Past Events

Monday August 30, 2010 7:30 p.m. note change of date	Back Room Concert Tia McGraff The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 564-2534 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Tia returns from Canada to our stage for the third time. Admission $10 with advance reservations
Friday August 27, 2010	Back Room Concert Bryan Bowers 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org The autoharp legend returns to our stage
Tuesday July 20, 2010 8:15 p.m.	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Tuesday July 13, 2010 8:15 p.m.	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Thursday July 8, 2010 8:15 p.m.	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Thursday July 1, 2010 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Three Penny Acre The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org folk quartet from Arkansas Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday July 1, 2010 8:15 p.m.	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Thursday June 24, 2010 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Michael Johnathon The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org An evening with the host of The Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday June 24, 2010 8:15 p.m.	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert The Bandshell at Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS
Saturday June 19, 2010 7:00 pm	"Prairie Ink" Release & Oscar Micheaux Black Heritage Stamp Presentation Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Barton Community College & Barton County Arts Council are pleased to debut "Prairie Ink" literary magazine and honor filmmaker Oscar Micheaux, the newest honoree for the Black Heritage Stamp series issued by the USPS
Friday June 18, 2010 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Andy Cohen The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Blues, rags, Old Time, Gospel, all pre-1943 Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday June 17, 2010 8:15 pm	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert The Bandshell at Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS
Friday June 11, 2010 7:00 p.m.	The presents Reception for "Random Impressions," Photographic Exhibit by Karen Neuforth Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net
Tuesday June 1, 2010 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Kerry Grombacher The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Contemporary folk & western singer Admission $10 with advance reservations
Saturday May 22, 2010 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Still on the Hill The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Winfield favorites Admission $10 with advance reservations
Sunday May 9, 2010 3:00 p.m.	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Daniel Rodriguez Municipal Auditorium 1214 Stone Great Bend, KS by season ticket only
Saturday May 1, 2010 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Tinderbox The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Acoustic duo from Bournemouth, England Admission $10 with advance reservations
Friday April 23, 2010 8 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bill & Kate Isles The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Return visit by singer/songwriter from Duluth Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday — Sunday April 22, 2010 — April 25, 2010	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Maggie's Getting Married Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Monday April 12, 2010 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Cosy Sheridan The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org with T. R. Ritchie wonderful singer/songwriter duo on a return visit Don't miss them. Admission $10 with advance reservations
Saturday April 10, 2010 7:30 p.m.	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Chapter 6 Municipal Auditorium 1214 Stone Great Bend, KS by season ticket only
Saturday March 20, 2010 8 p.m.	Back Room Concert Adam Miller The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Folksinger/Storyteller/Autoharpist Admission $10 with advance reservations
Saturday March 13, 2010	16th Annual Jazz Festival Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS Debi Sander Walker will perform
Monday March 8, 2010 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Sarah McQuaid The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org celtic singer/songwriter Admission $10 with advance reservations
Sunday March 7, 2010 2:00 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: Disney's Beauty and The Beast Barton County College Fine Arts Theatre 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, write erin_renard@yahoo.com buy tickets online
Saturday March 6, 2010 7:30 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: Disney's Beauty and The Beast Barton County College Fine Arts Theatre 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, write erin_renard@yahoo.com buy tickets online
Friday March 5, 2010 7:30 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: Disney's Beauty and The Beast Barton County College Fine Arts Theatre 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, write erin_renard@yahoo.com buy tickets online
Sunday — Friday February 28, 2010 — March 12, 2010	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Barton County High School Juried Art Exhibition Shafer Art Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Friday February 26, 2010 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Chico Schwall The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org folksinger, multi-instrumentalist, songpoet Admission $10 with advance reservations
Tuesday February 23, 2010 7:30 p.m.	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: A Night at the Oscars Municipal Auditorium 1214 Stone Great Bend, KS by season ticket only
Friday February 12, 2010 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Jaime Michaels The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter from Santa Fé, New Mexico Admission $10 with advance reservations
Monday January 25, 2010 7:30 p.m.	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Destino Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Wednesday January 20, 2010 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Judith Avers The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter from West Virginia Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday — Sunday January 14, 2010 — January 17, 2010	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Waiting To Be Invited Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Sunday January 10, 2010 — February 21, 2010	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Mayfield & Forst: Paintings & Ceramics Shafer Art Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 closed for MLK, Jr. Day January 18, 2010.
Thursday January 7, 2010 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Todd Lorenz The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter (blues) from Wisconsin Admission $10 with advance reservations
Sunday December 20, 2009 5:00 pm	Joseph's Elvis Tribute Show Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (712) 830-3331 For info, write ohaley@westianet.net Tickets $20 or $15 To order tickets, call Olivia at 712-830-1331
Saturday December 12, 2009 cancelled	Back Room Concert ~~The Isles of Rhythm~~ For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Cancelled
Sunday December 6, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Small Potatoes The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Visit #5 by our eclectic friends Only 18 seats left! Admission $10 with advance reservations register early on this one � we'll be full if you wait too long
Monday November 23, 2009 7 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: True West Barton County College Fine Arts Theatre 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-7333 (Dr. Abel) Play by Sam Shepard Directed by Erin Renard General Admission $5.00 Staff/faculty $2.00
Sunday November 22, 2009 7 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: True West Barton County College Fine Arts Theatre 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-7333 (Dr. Abel) Play by Sam Shepard Directed by Erin Renard General Admission $5.00 Staff/faculty $2.00
Friday November 20, 2009 8 p.m.	Back Room Concert Tom Kastle The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Singer/songwriter/sailor/storyteller Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday — Sunday November 19, 2009 — November 22, 2009	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: The Love List Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Monday November 2, 2009 7:30 p.m.	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Riders in the Sky Municipal Auditorium 1214 Stone Great Bend, KS by season ticket only
Sunday November 1, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Claude Bourbon The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org A breathtaking acoustic fusion of Blues, Jazz, Folk, Classical and Spanish guitar from a stunning guitar virtuoso. Admission $10 with advance reservations
Sunday October 25, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert February Sky The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Folk duo from Chicago Admission $10 with advance reservations
Wednesday October 14, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bryan Bowers The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday October 13, 2009 7:30 p.m.	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Hunt Family Fiddlers Municipal Auditorium 1214 Stone Great Bend, KS by season ticket only
Tuesday September 29, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Tom Kimmel The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org An excellent singer/songwriter Admission $10 with advance reservations
Sunday September 27, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Nick Charles The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Australian fingerstyle guitarist returns for the fifth time! Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday September 17, 2009 7:30 p.m.	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Nearly Neil and the Solitary Band Municipal Auditorium 1214 Stone Great Bend, KS by season ticket only
Sunday — Sunday August 30, 2009 — October 18, 2009	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents My World: Contemporary Art Quilts Shafer Art Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Friday August 21, 2009 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Tia McGraff The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Return visit by Canadian singer/songwriter Admission $10 with advance reservations
Tuesday July 28, 2009 cancelled	Back Room Concert ~~The Hudsons~~ The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org The best folk act in Austin cancelled
Wednesday July 15, 2009 7:30 p.m.	The presents FILM DISCUSSION: "VOLVER" by Almodovar Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Watch and discuss this international award winner Shown in Spanish with English subtitles
Sunday July 12, 2009 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Driven Shafer Art Gallery Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 A juried exhibition of 15 award-winning emerging artists with disabilities.
Thursday July 9, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Ben Bedford Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter from Springfield, Illinois Admission $10 with advance reservations
Monday — Sunday July 6, 2009 — August 23, 2009	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Driven Shafer Art Gallery Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 A juried exhibition of 15 award-winning emerging artists with disabilities.
Friday June 19, 2009 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Siusan O'Rourke & Zig Zeitler The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Celtic music duo Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday June 18, 2009 8 p.m.	Back Room Concert Andy Cohen The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Blues, rags, Old Time, Gospel, all pre-1943 Admission $10 with advance reservations
Friday June 5, 2009 8 p.m. note date change	Back Room Concert Scenic Roots The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org family band including world champion mountain dulcimer player Admission $10 with advance reservations
Saturday May 30, 2009 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Jon Mosey The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter Original/traditional/ragtime/oldtime/prewarblues Admission $10 with advance reservations
Sunday — Sunday May 17, 2009 — June 21, 2009	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Red Desert, Green Prairie, Blue Sky 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 Gallery hours: Mon.—Fri.: 10 am — 5 pm Sunday: 1 pm — 4 pm
Friday — Sunday May 8, 2009 — May 10, 2009	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GB High School Variety Show High School Auditorium 2027 Morton Street Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 5, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Tim Thompson The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org 2008 fingerstyle winner at Winfield!!! Admission $10 with advance reservations
Tuesday April 28, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Switchback 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org celtic singer/songwriters Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday — Sunday April 23, 2009 — April 26, 2009	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Lying in State Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Thursday April 23, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Lauren Pelon Musique Company Great Bend Coffee 2015 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620)617-5671 For info, write greatbendcoffee@cox.net lute, guitar, lyre, recorders, gemshorns, hurdy-gurdy, psalteries, cornamuse, krummhorn, doucaine, shawm, schreierpfeife, rackett, pennywhistles, concertina, ocarina, psalmodikon, Kiowa courting flute, electric wind instrument, MIDI pedalboard & vocals $10 per person - Advance Ticket Sales Only
Monday April 20, 2009	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: American Jukebox Municipal Auditorium Lakin & Williams Great Bend, KS Season tickets only
Friday April 17, 2009 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Colin G. O'Brien The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Admission with advance reservations: $10.00
Tuesday April 7, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Gerry O'Beirne The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Guitar and song from Dublin, Ireland Admission $15 with advance reservations
Sunday March 29, 2009 2:00 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: Almost Maine BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Friday — Saturday March 27, 2009 — March 28, 2009 7:30 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: Almost Maine BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Friday March 20, 2009 cancelled	Back Room Concert ~~Caji & Salom�~~ The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Acoustic Brazilian & World Music cancelled
Friday March 13, 2009 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Richard Gilewitz The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Guitarist extraordinaire $12 with advance reservations; $15 without reservations
Tuesday March 10, 2009	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Pianafiddle Municipal Auditorium Lakin & Williams Great Bend, KS Season tickets only
Saturday March 7, 2009 8 p.m.	Great Bend Jazz Festival Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, write rfeldt@feldtlaw.kscoxmail.com Tickets $10 for adults, $5 for students
Thursday March 5, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Cosy Sheridan The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org A great singer/songwriter returns to The Back Room Admission $10 with advance reservations
Friday February 27, 2009	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Side Street Strutters Municipal Auditorium Lakin & Williams Great Bend, KS Season tickets only
Thursday February 26, 2009 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Barb Ryman The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday — Sunday February 19, 2009 — February 22, 2009	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: The Battle of Shallowford Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Friday February 13, 2009 8 p.m.	Back Room Concert Gary Gackstatter 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Back for his annual appearance in Great Bend Admission $10 with advance reservations
Friday — Sunday February 13, 2009 — February 15, 2009 Dinner at 7:00 pm Curtain at 7:30 pm	The Drama Department presents: A Day in the Life BCCC Fine Arts Building 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9382 Dinner Theatre: a musical revue $17.50 adults; $15.00 students includes dinner + show
Sunday February 8, 2009 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	The presents Reception of Mike Whelan, February's featured artist Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Come meet the artist!
Thursday February 5, 2009	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Freddy Cole Quartet Municipal Auditorium Lakin & Williams Great Bend, KS Season tickets only
Friday January 30, 2009 8 pm	Back Room Concert Gabrielle Louise with David Rynhart The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org pop music with folk roots Admission $10 with advance reservations
Sunday January 25, 2009 2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.	Reception for Greg Maxwell Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Please join us to meet the artist and his works. Refreshments will be served.
Saturday January 24, 2009 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bruce Huss The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Home grown talent returns to his roots Admission $10 with advance reservations
Sunday January 18, 2009 4:30 p.m.	The presents BCAC Meeting & Potluck 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net January Meeting of the Barton County Arts Council Please bring a dish for a potluck meal
Sunday January 18, 2009 postponed	The presents Monk's Feast Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net POSTPONED Will be rescheduled at a later date
Sunday January 11, 2009 cancelled	Back Room Concert Michael Young The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS cancelled
Tuesday — Saturday January 6, 2009 — January 31, 2009	Greg Maxwell Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Visit the Arts Center and enjoy the ceramic artistry of Ellinwood High School Art Instructor Greg Maxwell
Sunday December 28, 2008 4 p.m. — whenever	The presents Holiday Party Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-4221 potluck supper
Sunday December 7, 2008 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Small Potatoes The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org They're back!!! Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday November 20, 2008	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Pavlo Municipal Auditorium Lakin & Williams Great Bend, KS Season tickets only
Thursday — Sunday November 20, 2008 — November 23, 2008	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Rabbit Hole Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Friday November 14, 2008 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Curtis and Loretta 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org return visit Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday November 6, 2008 7 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Jefferson School vocal music concert GBHS auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 6, 2008 7 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Eisenhower School Vocal Concert Eisenhower School gym 1212 Garfield Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 4, 2008 7 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Sixth-grade Band Concert GBHS gym Great Bend, KS Districtwide concert of all sixth graders
Saturday October 25, 2008 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Dan Bliss The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Returning fingerstyle guitarist Admission $10 with advance reservations
Wednesday October 15, 2008 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bryan Bowers 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org The master of the autoharp returns Admission $10 with advance reservations
Tuesday October 14, 2008 7 p.m.	Lincoln School vocal music concert GBHS auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS Fifth and sixth graders will perform
Sunday October 12, 2008 2:00 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: Jake's Women BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Saturday October 11, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: Jake's Women BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Friday October 10, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: Jake's Women The Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS play by Neil Simon
Tuesday October 7, 2008	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Corky Siegel's Chamber Blues Municipal Auditorium Lakin & Williams Great Bend, KS Season tickets only
Tuesday October 7, 2008 7 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Jazz Band Concert GBHS Jack Kilby Commons 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS For info, call 793-1521
Saturday September 27, 2008 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Erik Sootes The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Guitar: classical, Flamenco, jazz, hip hop, blues, etc. Admission $10 with advance reservations
Sunday September 7, 2008 cancelled	Back Room Concert ~~Mark Stuart~~ show cancelled: lack of reservations
Wednesday September 3, 2008 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Jim Malcolm The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Scotland's leading singer/songwriter Admission $15 with advance reservations
Tuesday — Sunday September 2, 2008 — September 28, 2008	Featured Artist: Sally Johnson Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Come see the paintings of Lindsborg artist Sally Johnson Closing reception Sunday, September 28, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Thursday August 28, 2008 5:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.	The presents AFTER HOURS OPEN HOUSE Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Come down and chat a while. Nibble a few goodies. Have a sip of punch. The Barton County Arts Center, Forest & Main, Great Bend, invites everyone to step in out of the evening air and see the wonderful works of color and imagination provided by local and regional Kansas artists.
Tuesday August 26, 2008 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Tia McGraff The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Canadian singer/songwriter Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Saturday August 23, 2008 5:30 p.m.	A Wild Night of Music at the Zoo: Euphoria Stringband Brit Spaugh Park & Great Bend Zoo Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Enjoy an evening of fun and music with Euphoria Stringband from Lawrence "All good things are wild and free" and so is admission to this event!
Monday — Sunday August 4, 2008 — August 31, 2008	Featured Artist: Jocelyn Woodson Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net This month the Arts Center gallery is featuring the paintings of artist and designer Jocelyn Woodson, a native of Hutchinson. Jocelyn�s bold colors and imaginative designs are a treat to the eye and just plain fun. Known internationally for her design work and her line of greeting cards, Jocelyn spent many years in Los Angeles and New York before returning to her Kansas roots.
Tuesday July 22, 2008	The Great Bend City Band presents: Free Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS final concert of the season
Thursday July 17, 2008 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Folk by Association The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Street Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter harmony-driven folk/rock Admission $10.00 with advance reservations.
Thursday July 17, 2008	The Great Bend City Band presents: Free Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Tuesday July 8, 2008	The Great Bend City Band presents: Free Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Monday — Sunday July 7, 2008 — August 17, 2008	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Robert Button, Esther Maher & Barbara Unrein Shafer Gallery, Barton College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Monday — Thursday July 7, 2008 — July 17, 2008	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Robert Button, Esther Maher & Barbara Unrein Shafer Gallery, Barton College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Saturday July 5, 2008 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Lisa Sandell 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter lap-style slide guitar Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday July 3, 2008	The Great Bend City Band presents: Free Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Sunday June 29, 2008 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Thursday June 26, 2008	The Great Bend City Band presents: Free Concert Moses Bandshell - Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS will be held at the Crest Theatre in case of rain
Wednesday June 25, 2008 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Dave Soroka The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org The Sweet Side Of Rock'n'Roll Singer/songwriter from British Columbia, Canada Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Thursday June 19, 2008	The Great Bend City Band presents: Free Concert Moses Bandshell - Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS will be held at the Crest Theatre in case of rain
Tuesday June 17, 2008 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Gabrielle Louise 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter Folk/Pop with Jazz Fringes Admission $10 with advance reservations
Friday — Sunday June 13, 2008 — June 1, 2008	The presents Poetry Rendezvous 2008 Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Come join & celebrate the 20th anniversary of Poetry Rendezvous!
Thursday June 12, 2008	The Great Bend City Band presents: Free Concert Moses Bandshell - Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS will be held at the Crest Theatre in case of rain
Friday June 6, 2008 8 p.m.	Back Room Concert Rowan 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Celtic music from Lawrence, Kansas Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday June 5, 2008	The Great Bend City Band presents: Free Concert Moses Bandshell - Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS will be held at the Crest Theatre in case of rain
Monday May 19, 2008 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Band concert GBHS Gym 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Friday May 16, 2008 2 pm	Lincoln Talent Show Lincoln School 5630 Broadway Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 15, 2008 8:00 p.m.	8th grade Vocal Concert GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 15, 2008 6:00 p.m.	7th Grade Vocal Concert GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 13, 2008 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: HS Orchestra Concert GBHS Gym 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 13, 2008 8:15 p.m.	8th grade Band Concert Great Bend Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 13, 2008 6:45 p.m.	7th Grade Band Concert Great Bend Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 13, 2008 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Dorian Michael 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Returning fingerstyle guitarist Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Sunday — Sunday May 11, 2008 — June 29, 2008	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Shafer Gallery Advising Committee Exhibit Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Saturday May 10, 2008 7:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Barton Dance Theatre Performance Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Saturday May 10, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Friday May 9, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Friday May 9, 2008	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Golden Belt Community Concert Association presents Revolution Great Bend City Auditorium Lakin & Stone Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-793-6759 Subscription required. Call for more information.
Thursday May 8, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Student Recital Morrison Chapel - Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 8, 2008 7:00 p.m.	6-7-8 Orchestra concert Great Bend Middle School 19th & Harrison Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 6, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Instrumental Music Concert Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Monday May 5, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Music Endowment Concert Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Tuesday April 29, 2008 7:00 p.m.	Lincoln Concert (gr. 1 & 2) Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday April 24, 2008 — April 27, 2008	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: ghost of a chance Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-4228 For info, write gbct.crest@myvine.com
Sunday — Sunday April 20, 2008 — May 4, 2008	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents BCCC Student Juried Art Exhibition Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday April 20, 2008 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Saturday April 19, 2008 7 p.m.	The presents Wine, Whine & Cheese Party Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Friday April 18, 2008 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Carolyn Cruso 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org hammered dulcimer & flute Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Saturday April 12, 2008 all day	The Music Department presents: 6A, 5A, 4A Regional Music Festival Great Bend, KS hosted by Barton Music Department
Friday April 11, 2008	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Awards ceremony for BCCC Juried Technical Arts Exhibit Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620 792-9342
Friday April 11, 2008 2:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Thursday April 10, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Student Recital Schafer Gallery, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Tuesday April 8, 2008 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Dan Crary The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org The flatpicking legend comes to Great Bend Sold out!!! Write if you want to be on standby in case of a cancellation.
Sunday April 6, 2008 2:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: College/Community musical production of the *Music Man* Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Friday April 6, 2008 — April 11, 2008	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents BCCC Juried Technical Arts Exhibit Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Saturday April 5, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: College/Community musical production of the *Music Man* Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Friday April 4, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: College/Community musical production of the *Music Man* Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College Great Bend, KS
Thursday April 3, 2008	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Golden Belt Community Concert Association presents Saxophobia Great Bend City Auditorium Lakin & Stone Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-793-6759 Subscription required. Call for more information.
Friday March 28, 2008 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Dana and Susan Robinson The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Street Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter from North Carolina Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Saturday March 8, 2008 all day	The Music Department presents: Barton Music Scholarship Auditions Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 4, 2008	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Golden Belt Community Concert Association presents Franc D'Ambrosio Great Bend City Auditorium Lakin & Stone Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-793-6759 Subscription required. Call for more information.
Sunday — Friday March 2, 2008 — March 14, 2008	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Barton County High School Juried Exhibition Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday March 2, 2008 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Saturday March 1, 2008 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Piper Leigh + Jim Sanders Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Singer/songwriter from Arkansas City Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Monday February 25, 2008 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: U.S. Navy Band Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS Reserve tickets
Friday February 22, 2008 8 p.m.	Back Room Concert David Rogers The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Return visit by fingerstyle guitarist from Oregon (and he'll also bring his lute this time) Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Thursday — Sunday February 21, 2008 — February 24, 2008	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: The Twilight of the Golds Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-4228 For info, write gbct.crest@myvine.com
Thursday February 14, 2008 all day	The Music Department presents: Barton Music Scholarship Auditions Great Bend, KS
Saturday February 9, 2008 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Gary Gackstatter 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org His annual Valentine's Day visit to the Back Room Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Thursday February 7, 2008	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Golden Belt Community Concert Association present Overholt and Velta Great Bend City Auditorium Lakin & Stone Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-793-6759 Subscription required. Call for more information.
Friday January 25, 2008 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Barb Ryman Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Singer/songwriter from Minneapolis, Minnesota Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Sunday — Sunday January 20, 2008 — February 17, 2008	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents R.C. Gorman Prints from the Sagebrush Inn Collection Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday January 20, 2008 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday January 20, 2008 6:30 p.m.	The presents Monk's Feast Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Saturday January 19, 2008 7:30 p.m.	14th Annual Great Bend Jazz Festival Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS Featuring Lisa Henry $10.00 for adults; $5.00 for students
Friday January 18, 2008 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bill & Kate Isles Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Singer/songwriter from Duluth, Minnesota Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Monday January 14, 2008 7:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: College/Community Musical Auditions Great Bend, KS
Sunday January 13, 2008 2:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: College/Community Musical Auditions Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Sunday January 13, 2008 — February 17, 2008	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Black History Month Smithsonian Posters Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday December 30, 2007 1 p.m. — 3 p.m.	Reception for Norma Clare BCAC Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday December 18, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert ~~Jubilant Bridge~~ Back Room of the Barton Arts Center Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER!
Tuesday December 18, 2007 7:00 p.m.	Riley Concert (gr. 3-4) Riley School Great Bend, KS
Monday December 17, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Vocal Music Concert Great Bend High School Great Bend, KS
Thursday December 13, 2007 7 p.m.	Jefferson Music Program (gr. 5-6) Jefferson School Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 9, 2007 1 p.m. — 5 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Holiday Open House Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 Eddie & Robert Hiebert playing hammered dulcimer & guitar.
Saturday December 8, 2007 3:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: KOOD Recording Performance St. John Lutheran Church Russell, KS
Monday December 3, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Barton Holiday Concert Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 2, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Small Potatoes The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org You wanted them back. We've got them! SOLD OUT!!! All seats have been reserved.
Saturday December 1, 2007 8:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Jingle Bell Swing Big Band Dance Great Bend American Legion Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 29, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Student Recital Morrison Chapel - Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Monday November 19, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Prairie Winds Concert Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday November 15, 2007 — November 18, 2007	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Squabbles Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620)792-4228 For info, write gbct.crest@myvine.com
Wednesday — Sunday November 14, 2007 — December 9, 2007	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Holiday Tree Display Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 Trees decorated by area school children.
Sunday November 11, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Curtis and Loretta The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Return visit of an eclectic duo Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Sunday November 11, 2007 3:00 p.m.	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Golden Belt Community Concert Association presents The Harry James Orchestra Great Bend City Auditorium Lakin & Stone Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-793-6759 Subscription required. Call for more information.
Thursday November 8, 2007 7:00 p.m.	Eisenhower Concert (grades 3-4) Eisenhower School Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 8, 2007 6:45 p.m.	7th Grade Band Concert Middle School gym Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 8, 2007 8:15 p.m.	8th Grade Band Concert Middle School gym Great Bend, KS
Sunday November 4, 2007 2:00 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: Excerpts from American Classic Writers (Reader's Theatre) Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Saturday November 3, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: Excerpts from American Classic Writers (Reader's Theatre) Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 1, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert D-Squared The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Guitar / harp duo from Arizona Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Tuesday October 30, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Orchestra Concert GBHS Gym Great Bend, KS
Monday October 29, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Vocal Music Concert GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday October 28, 2007 2:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Student Recital Morrison Chapel - Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Saturday October 27, 2007 1 p.m. — 9 p.m.	3rd Annual Fall Gospel Sings Concert BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-7664 Larry DeLawder, Praise to Him, Three in Harmony, Ed Huffman, The Toney's, Melanie Ryan, Sound Advice Quartet, Don Paden & Johnnie, Ambassadors of Grace Admission free, freewill offering will be received; door prizes, refreshments will be available
Thursday October 25, 2007 postponed	Back Room Concert Matt Zarb The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Australian singer/songwriter progressive acoustic folk Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Monday October 22, 2007	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Golden Belt Community Concert Association presents The Celtic Tenors Great Bend City Auditorium Lakin & Stone Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-793-6759 Subscription required. Call for more information.
Sunday — Sunday October 21, 2007 — December 9, 2007	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents New Quilts from an Old Favorite: Dresden Plate Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 Mon.-Fri. 10 am- 5 pm Sunday 1-4 pm
Friday — Sunday October 19, 2007 — October 21, 2007	The presents Micheaux Festival Great Bend, KS
Tuesday October 16, 2007 7:00 p.m.	Lincoln Concert (3-4) High School Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Friday October 12, 2007 8:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Allegresse Trio in Concert BCCC Chapel Fine Arts Building Great Bend, KS For info, write lueths@bartonccc.edu Seating in the Chapel is limited to 75
Tuesday October 9, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Edgar Cruz The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Awesome & versatile guitarist Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Monday October 8, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Sneak Preview Concert BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Sunday October 7, 2007 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	The Great Bend Public Library presents Reception for the Aquarians Great Bend Public Library 1409 Williams Great Bend, KS Reception for 5 local artists.
Wednesday October 3, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bryan Bowers The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org The master of the autoharp returns Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Tuesday October 2, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Jazz Band Concert HS Commons Great Bend, KS
Monday — Wednesday October 1, 2007 — October 31, 2007	The Great Bend Public Library presents The Aquarians Great Bend Public Library 1409 Williams Great Bend, KS Exhibit of the art of 5 local artists
Sunday September 30, 2007 cancelled	Back Room Concert ~~Piper Leigh & Tim Durham~~ The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Lively eclectic singer from Arkansas City Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Tuesday September 18, 2007	Golden Belt Community Concert Association presents Prairie Rose Wranglers Great Bend City Auditorium Lakin & Stone Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-793-6759 Subscription required. Call for more information.
Sunday — Sunday September 2, 2007 — October 14, 2007	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents The Inspired Line Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 Selected prints of Albrecht Dürer and Rembrandt van Rijn
Sunday September 2, 2007 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents The Inspired Line (opening) Shaffer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 Selected prints of Albrecht Dürer and Rembrandt van Rijn
Saturday September 1, 2007 8 p.m.	Back Room Concert Randy Sparks and Becky Jo Benson The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Randy was the founder of the New Christy Minstrels Admission $15 with advance reservations.
Friday August 31, 2007 7:30 p.m.	A Hometown Organ Spectacular St. John's Catholic Church 122 East 5th Street Hoisington, KS Admission will be a free will donation to benefit Kans for Kids Fighting Cancer Foundation Craig Jaynes, accomplished organist from Jamestown, Ohio will present this concert in memory of his father, Lloyd Jaynes.
Friday August 24, 2007 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Fraud 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Songwriting duo from Drogheda, Ireland Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Saturday July 28, 2007 8 p.m.	Back Room Concert Ann Zimmerman The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Return visit by a fine Kansas songwriter Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Thursday July 26, 2007	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Tuesday July 24, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Terri Langerak The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org original and eclectic harp player (and vocals) from St. Louis Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Sunday July 22, 2007 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	Reception for David Brock Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Come enjoy David's serigraphs and wood block prints and meet the artist.
Thursday July 19, 2007	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Monday July 16, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The presents Business Meeting Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net
Friday July 13, 2007 cancelled	Back Room Concert ~~Diesel~~ Back Room at the Barton Arts Center
Tuesday July 10, 2007	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Sunday July 8, 2007 — August 19, 2007	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Paintings of Carolyn Isern Johnson 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 am-5 pm; Sunday 1-4 pm
Sunday July 8, 2007 1 p.m. — 4 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception for Carolyn Isern Johnson 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620 792-9342
Thursday July 5, 2007	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Thursday June 28, 2007	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band Concert Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS
Friday June 22, 2007 7:00 p.m.	Alferd Packer Memorial String Band Barton County Historical Village South 281 Highway Great Bend, KS Co-sponsored by Barton County Historical Society Admission $5 for adults, $3 for children
Thursday June 21, 2007	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band Concert Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS
Sunday June 17, 2007 2:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Lemuel Sheppard The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Blues Admission $10.00 with advance reservations.
Thursday June 14, 2007	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band Concert Jack Kilby Square Lakin & Main Great Bend, KS
Monday June 11, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The presents Annual Membership Meeting Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday June 10, 2007 2 p.m. — 4 p.m.	Cottonwood Fiber Guild Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday June 7, 2007	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band Concert Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS
Saturday June 2, 2007 8 p.m.	Back Room Concert Boulder Acoustic Society Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org gypsy/swing/bluegrass/ragtime Originally scheduled for the Back Room, but moved to the Crest to allow for larger audience. Admission $10.00
Sunday May 27, 2007 2:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Michael Chapdelaine The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Awesome & versatile guitarist (prof. of guitar at Univ. of N.Mex.) Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Sunday May 27, 2007 1:00 p.m.	Reception for Lee Becker, Lindsborg, Kansas Barton County Arts Center Forest & Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Public welcome and encouraged to attend to meet the artist
Tuesday May 22, 2007 1:30 pm	Eisenhower Talent Show Eisenhower School 1212 Garfield Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 22, 2007	Jefferson Talent Show Jefferson School 2716 24th Street Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 22, 2007	Kindergarten program & 6th grade program Park School 1801 Williams Great Bend, KS
Monday May 21, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Band Concert GBHS gymnasium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Saturday May 19, 2007 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert John Hamlin The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Guitar teacher from Independence Community College Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Thursday May 17, 2007 8:00 p.m.	8th grade concert Great Bend High School 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 17, 2007 6:00 p.m.	7th grade concert Great Bend High School 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 15, 2007 7:00 p.m.	Kindergarten Concert Riley School 1515 10th Street Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 15, 2007	Golden Belt Community Concert Association presents The Four Freshmen Great Bend City Auditorium Lakin & Stone Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-793-6759 Subscription required. Call for more information.
Tuesday May 15, 2007 6:45 p.m.	7th grade band concert GB Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 15, 2007 8:15 p.m.	8th grade band concert GB Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Sunday May 13, 2007 2:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Variety Show GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Saturday May 12, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Saturday May 12, 2007 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Acoustic Eidolon The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Eclectic guitar/cello duo Admission with advance reservations: $12.00
Friday May 11, 2007 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 10, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Student Recital Morrison Chapel - Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 10, 2007 7:00 pm	6-7-8 Orchestra Concert GB Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 8, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Instrumental Concert Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Monday May 7, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Music Endowment Concert 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Sunday May 6, 2007 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception for Jean Ann Fausser, fiber artist Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Sunday — Friday May 6, 2007 — June 29, 2007	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Jean Ann Fausser, fiber artist Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Tuesday May 1, 2007 7:00 p.m.	5th & 6th grade concert Lincoln School 5630 Broadway Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday April 26, 2007 — April 29, 2007	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: The Prisoner of Second Avenue Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-GBCT For info, write gbct.crest@myvine.com
Wednesday April 25, 2007	GBHS Orchestra "Hit & Run" telegrams
Tuesday April 24, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: High School Orchestra Concert GBHS gymnasium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday April 23, 2007 7:00 p.m.	Districtwide 6th grade band concert GBHS gymnasium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday — Friday April 23, 2007 — April 27, 2007	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Central Prairie Art League, High School Exhibit Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu Awards ceremony on April 27, 2007
Tuesday April 17, 2007	Kindergarten program Eisenhower school 1212 Garfield Great Bend, KS
Monday April 16, 2007	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Tour Elementary Schools Great Bend, KS Middle School music programs (Jazz, Music in Motion, Orchestra) tour the elementary schools.
Thursday April 12, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Orchestra Concert: Just Desserts GBHS Commons 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Tuesday April 10, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Stacey Earle & Mark Stuart The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Singer/songwriters from Tennessee Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Saturday April 7, 2007 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Charisse Kahler The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Singer/songwriter from Kansas City Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Monday April 2, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Central Kansas Community Choir Concert with Barton County Community College Choir First United Methodist Church 2123 Forest Great Bend, KS An evening of All-American music Admission $5
Monday April 2, 2007 7:00 p.m.	5th & 6th grade concert Lincoln School 5630 Broadway Great Bend, KS
Sunday April 1, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Community Choir Dress Rehearsal 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Sunday April 1, 2007 1:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception for Barton County Community College Student Juried Art Exhibition Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu Music Department Recital at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday — Sunday April 1, 2007 — April 15, 2007	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Barton County Community College Student Juried Art Exhibition Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Saturday March 31, 2007 2:00 — 4:00	Reception for Yeqiang Wang Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Reflections: An Exhibit by Yeqiang Wang, Associate Professor of Art, Dodge City Community College
Friday March 30, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Student Recital Morrison Chapel - Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Friday March 30, 2007 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Mike Agranoff The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org A funny guy! Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Sunday March 25, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bob Bovee & Gail Heil Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org square dance tunes, authentic cowboy songs, ballads, blues, ragtime, sentimental duets, novelty songs, yodels & tin pan alley favorites admission with advance reservation: $10.00
Thursday March 15, 2007	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Quattrocelli Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Thursday March 15, 2007 7:00 p.m.	1st and 2nd grade Jefferson School concert Great Bend, KS
Thursday March 15, 2007 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Instrumental Concert Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 13, 2007 7:00 p.m.	1st & 2nd grade Riley School concert Great Bend, KS
Sunday March 11, 2007 2:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: Spring Play GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Saturday March 10, 2007 7:30 p.m.	13th Annual Crest Jazz Festival Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS K-State Concert Jazz Band & Latin American Jazz Band; Prairie Winds Jazz Band; GBHS Jazz Band
Saturday March 10, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: Spring Play GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Friday March 9, 2007 7:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: Spring Play GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 6, 2007 7:00 p.m.	7th grade band concert GB Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Monday — Saturday March 5, 2007 — March 31, 2007	Yeqiang Wang Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Reflections: An Exhibit by Yeqiang Wang, Associate Professor of Art, Dodge City Community College
Monday March 5, 2007 7:00 p.m.	8th grade band concert GB Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Sunday March 4, 2007 — March 18, 2007	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Barton County High School Juried Art Exhibition Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Sunday March 4, 2007 1:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception for Barton County High School Juried Art Exhibition Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Thursday March 1, 2007	6th grade / Jazz Band GB Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Tuesday February 27, 2007 7 p.m.	The presents Wichita Children's Theatre Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Monday — Monday February 26, 2007 — February 26, 2007 7 p.m.	The presents Wichita Children's Theatre High School Auditorium Ellinwood, KS
Friday — Sunday February 23, 2007 — February 25, 2007	The presents Dragonfly Moon Storytelling Festival Barton County Arts Center & Hotel Wolf Great Bend & Ellinwood, KS
Thursday — Sunday February 22, 2007 — February 25, 2007	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Fully Committed Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-GBCT For info, write gbct.crest@myvine.com
Wednesday February 21, 2007	Middle School area music festival GB Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS No classes at GBMS. There will be band/orchestra/vocal contests.
Saturday February 17, 2007	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Puttin' on the Hitz Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Wednesday February 14, 2007 7:30 am — 4:00 pm	Madrigals singing valentines Great Bend, KS
Wednesday February 14, 2007 7:00 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Orchestra: Silent Movie Night GBHS auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Tuesday February 13, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: American Heritage Concert GBHS gymnasium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Saturday February 10, 2007 8:00 pm	Back Room Concert Five Man Trio The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org
Saturday February 10, 2007	GBHS Speech Tournament GBHS 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Thursday February 8, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Jazz Concert GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Friday February 2, 2007 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bill Isles The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org
Thursday February 1, 2007 7:00 p.m.	1st & 2nd grade concert Eisenhower School 1212 Garfield Great Bend, KS
Monday January 29, 2007 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Krista Detor The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org
Sunday January 28, 2007 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	Closing Reception Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS
Saturday January 27, 2007	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Alexandre Moutouzkine Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday January 21, 2007 evening	The presents Monk's Feast Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS A readers' theatre/dinner experience you won't forget.
Sunday January 21, 2007 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Thursday January 18, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The presents January BCAC Meeting Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Street Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net
Tuesday — Sunday January 16, 2007 — February 18, 2007	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Selections from the Permanent Collection, Recent Preservation Projects Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu featuring Charles Rogers, Gene Kloss, Joseph Hindley
Tuesday — Monday January 16, 2007 — February 26, 2007	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Black History Month Exhibition Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Sunday — Sunday January 14, 2007 — January 14, 2007 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	BCAC Members' Show Reception Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday January 11, 2007 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS One-act Play GBHS auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday January 8, 2007 8:00 p.m.	8th grade concert High School 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday — Wednesday January 8, 2007 — January 31, 2007	Members' Show Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Monday January 8, 2007 6:00 p.m.	7th grade concert High School 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Saturday January 6, 2007 8 pm Note change of date!	Back Room Concert Rowan Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Celtic music from Lawrence, Kansas Admission $10.00 with advance reservations
Saturday December 30, 2006 8 pm	Back Room Concert Teresa Storch The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Boston singer/songwriter with roots on the plains Admission with advance reservations: $10.00
Tuesday December 19, 2006 7:00 p.m.	3rd & 4th grade Riley School concert Great Bend, KS
Monday December 18, 2006 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Vocal Concert GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 17, 2006 2:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Vespers Concert GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 17, 2006 3:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Youth Choir GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Saturday December 16, 2006 7:00 p.m.	The presents Barton County Arts Council party BCAC Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Saturday — Saturday December 16, 2006 — December 16, 2006 4:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.	The presents Kansas Murals Book Signing Barton County Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-4221 For info, write bartonarts1@sbcglobal.net Meet authors Lora Jost & Dave Loewentstein; public welcome; books available for purchase
Thursday December 14, 2006 7 p.m.	5th & 6th grade concert Jefferson School 2716 24th Street Great Bend, KS
Tuesday December 12, 2006 7:30 p.m. The encore concert will be held.	Back Room Concert Stephen Bennett encore The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org *Since demand warrants,* Stephen will do a second concert on Tuesday evening. To make this happen, make your reservations now. Admission $15. Make reservations today.
Tuesday December 12, 2006 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Orchestra Concert GBHS Gymnasium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday December 11, 2006 7:00 p.m.	Orchestra Concert (6th, 7th, & 8th grades) GB Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 10, 2006 2 pm — 4 pm	Central Kansas Threadbenders Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 10, 2006 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Stephen Bennett Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org SOLD OUT!!! Admission $15. ~~Make reservations early.~~ Too late --- however, look at Tuesday's listing!
Sunday December 10, 2006 1:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Holiday Open House Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu Eddie & Robert Hiebert playing Hammered Dulcimer & Guitar (1:30 — 4:30)
Thursday December 7, 2006 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Community Band Concert Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Thursday December 7, 2006 7:00 p.m.	5th & 6th grade concert Eisenhower School 1212 Garfield Great Bend, KS
Tuesday December 5, 2006 7:00 p.m.	3rd & 4th grade concert Park School 1801 Williams Great Bend, KS
Monday December 4, 2006 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Band Concert GBHS gymnasium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday December 4, 2006 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Holiday Concert Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Friday — Sunday December 1, 2006 — December 31, 2006	Central Kansas Threadbenders Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Friday December 1, 2006 7:30 pm	The Music Department presents: Student Recital Morrison Chapel - Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Friday December 1, 2006 7:00 p.m.	Children's Christmas Choir Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For the 11th year, under the auspices of the Great Bend Recreation Commission, students aged 6-14 will practice in October & November and perform this public concert on the first Friday in December.
Thursday November 30, 2006 7:00 p.m.	Kindergarten concert Lincoln School 5630 Broadway Great Bend, KS
Saturday November 25, 2006 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Tom Lewis The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org British navy veterans sings his own songs, traditional songs, tells sea stories, leads choruses (nautical stuff) Admission with advance reservation: $10.00
Thursday — Sunday November 16, 2006 — November 19, 2006	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Book of Days Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-GBCT For info, write gbct.crest@myvine.com
Tuesday November 14, 2006 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday November 13, 2006 7:30 pm	Back Room Concert Vicky Emerson 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter Admission $10.00 with advance reservations.
Monday November 13, 2006 7:00 p.m.	5th & 6th grade Park Music Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Monday November 13, 2006 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday — Sunday November 13, 2006 — December 10, 2006	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Holiday Tree Display Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu Trees decorated by area school children. Christmas Village loaned by Fred and Kay Schmidt.
Sunday November 12, 2006 2:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Sunday November 12, 2006 2 pm — 4 pm	Elizabeth Liljegren Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 9, 2006 6:45 pm.	7th grade band concert Great Bend Middle School gymnasium 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 9, 2006 8:15 p.m.	8th grade band concert Great Bend Middle School gymnasium 1919 Morton Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 7, 2006 7:00 p.m.	Districtwide 6th grade Band Concert Great Bend High School 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 2, 2006 7:00 p.m.	3rd & 4th grade concert Eisenhower School 1212 Garfield Great Bend, KS
Wednesday — Thursday November 1, 2006 — November 30, 2006	Elizabeth Liljegren Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday October 31, 2006 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: High School Orchestra Concert High School gym 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday October 30, 2006 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: High School Vocal Concert High School Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday — Sunday October 30, 2006 — December 10, 2006	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Snoopy WWI Flying Ace Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Sunday October 29, 2006 2:00 pm	Back Room Concert The Prairie Acre Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Bluegrass band from Lawrence, Kansas. Admission $10.00 with advance reservations.
Sunday October 29, 2006 2:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Student Recital Morrison Chapel - Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Tuesday October 24, 2006 7:00 p.m.	1st and 2nd grade concert Park School 1801 Williams Great Bend, KS
Sunday October 22, 2006 1:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Closing reception: John & Annie Louder Shaffer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu Artist talk at 1:30 p.m.
Saturday October 21, 2006 7:30 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: The Odd Couple (female version) Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS $3 general admission Barton staff & students free
Friday October 20, 2006 7:30 p.m.	The Drama Department presents: The Odd Couple (female version) Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS $3 general admission Barton staff & students free
Thursday October 19, 2006	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Time for Three Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Tuesday October 17, 2006 7:00 pm	3rd & 4th grade concert Lincoln School 5630 Broadway Great Bend, KS
Wednesday October 11, 2006 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bryan Bowers The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org The king of the autoharp makes his annual pilgrimage to the Back Room Admission $10.00 with advance reservations.
Sunday October 8, 2006 2 pm — 4 pm	Mary Jeroue Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday October 3, 2006	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Manhattan Ragtime Orchestra Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Monday October 2, 2006 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Jazz Band Concert HS Commons 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Tuesday October 1, 2006 — October 31, 2006	Mary Jeroue Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday September 24, 2006 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Nick Charles The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Australian fingerstyle guitarist returns for the fourth time. Admission with advance reservations: $10.00
Tuesday September 19, 2006 7:30 pm	Back Room Concert Sara Grey and Kieron Means The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org From Scotland: a folksinger with a banjo Admission with advance reservation: $10.00
Saturday September 16, 2006 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: Greater Tuna Great Bend High School auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Friday September 15, 2006 7 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: Greater Tuna High School auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Sunday September 10, 2006 — October 22, 2006	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents John & Anne Louder: painting & fiber 245 NE 30 Rd Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Sunday — Sunday September 10, 2006 — October 22, 2006	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Graphics by 20th Century Masters (from the Cochran Collection) Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Sunday September 10, 2006 2 pm — 4 pm	Rick Peters Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Friday — Saturday September 1, 2006 — September 30, 2006	Rick Peters Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday August 31, 2006 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Nathan Knowles and Deena Smith The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org from Cambridge, NY --- swing, jazz & originals Admission $10.00 with advance reservations.
Friday August 25, 2006 7:30 pm	Spontaneous Combustion The Crest Theatre 1901 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org It's time to warm up for Winfield and there's no better way to do it than with Spontaneous Combustion. Join us at the Crest for an evening of fun. Admission only $5.00.
Saturday August 19, 2006 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Dan Bliss The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Fingerstyle guitarist from Kansas City (2nd at Winfield in 2005) Admission with advance reservations: $10.00
Sunday August 13, 2006 2 pm — 4 pm	Jerry Segraves Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday — Thursday August 1, 2006 — August 31, 2006	Jerry Segraves Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday July 27, 2006	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Saturday July 22, 2006 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bruce Huss The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Home-grown singer-songwriter returns to his roots. Admission $10.00 with advance reservations.
Thursday July 20, 2006	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Monday July 17, 2006 7:30 p.m.	Drum Corps International: March of Champions Great Bend High School Stadium Great Bend, KS Reserved seats: $10, General admission: $5
Sunday July 16, 2006 1:00 pm — 4:00 pm	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Opening Reception for The Shafer Retrospective BCCC Fine Arts Building 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday — Saturday July 16, 2006 — June 30, 2007 10—5 Mon—Fri 1—4 pm Sundays	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents The Shafer Retrospective BCCC Fine Arts Building 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Tuesday July 11, 2006	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Sunday July 9, 2006 2 pm — 4 pm	Paul Martin Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday July 4, 2006	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Sunday July 2, 2006 7:30 pm	Back Room Concert Johnsmith The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org An outstanding singer/songwriter well worth hearing Admission $12.00 with advance reservations.
Saturday — Monday July 1, 2006 — July 31, 2006	Paul Martin Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday June 29, 2006	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Kilby Square Lakin & Main Great Bend, KS In case of bad weather, will be held at The Crest.
Saturday June 24, 2006 7:00 p.m.	Bowery Dancers Barton College Fine Arts Auditorium 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS $15 ($30 for 3 performances in series)
Thursday June 22, 2006	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Kilby Square Lakin & Main Great Bend, KS In case of bad weather, will be held at The Crest.
Saturday June 17, 2006 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Erica James The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org guitar/violin duo: multi - genre folk/jazz/celtic/classical/bluegrass Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday June 15, 2006	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Kilby Square Lakin & Main Great Bend, KS In case of bad weather, will be held at The Crest.
Sunday June 11, 2006 2 pm — 4 pm	Mitchell Sisters Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Friday — Sunday June 9, 2006 — June 11, 2006	The presents Poetry Rendezvous 2006 Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, write georgeom@ruraltel.net
Thursday June 8, 2006	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Kilby Square Lakin & Main Great Bend, KS In case of bad weather, will be held at The Crest.
Friday June 2, 2006 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Lis Harvey The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org World record holding road warrior. Admission $10 with advance reservation.
Thursday — Friday June 1, 2006 — June 30, 2006	Mitchell Sisters Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 25, 2006 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Liz Carlisle The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Country singer/songwriter from the Boston area. Admission with advance reservation: $10.00.
Friday May 19, 2006	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: American Big Band Great Bend Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 18, 2006 6:00 - 7th grade 8:00 - 8th grade	Middle School Vocal Concert GB Middle School Great Bend, KS
Wednesday May 17, 2006	Jefferson Talent Show Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 16, 2006 7th grade - 6:45 p.m. 8th grade - 8:15 p.m.	Band Concert GB Middle School Great Bend, KS
Sunday May 14, 2006 2:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Variety Show GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday May 14, 2006 2 pm — 4 pm	Sally Johnson Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Saturday May 13, 2006 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Variety Show GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Friday May 12, 2006 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Monday May 8, 2006 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Claude Bourbon The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org The Frog with Happy Blues Blues folk fingerstyle guitarist from Portsmouth, England. Admission with advance reservation: $10.00.
Monday — Wednesday May 1, 2006 — May 31, 2006	Sally Johnson Barton Arts Center gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Saturday April 29, 2006 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Emily Higgins The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Return performance of singer/songwriter from Springfield, Missouri. Admission with advance reservation: $10.00.
Thursday April 27, 2006 7:00 p.m.	Lincoln Concert (4 - 5 - 6) Lincoln School Great Bend, KS
Wednesday April 26, 2006	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: The Coats Great Bend Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Monday April 24, 2006 7:00 p.m.	Districtwide 6th Grade Band Concert Morrison gymnasium Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday April 20, 2006 — April 23, 2006	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: proof Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620)792-GBCT
Wednesday April 19, 2006 all day	7th & 8th Orchestra, Music in Motion & Jazz Band Tour elementary schools in Great Bend Great Bend, KS
Tuesday April 18, 2006 7:00 pm	Eisenhower Music (K) Eisenhower School Great Bend, KS
Friday March 24, 2006	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Cristiana Pegoraro Great Bend Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 14, 2006 7:00 p.m.	Riley Concert (1-2) Riley School Great Bend, KS
Saturday March 11, 2006 7:30 p.m.	The presents USAF Heartland of America Band Clarinet Quartet Hoisington High School Auditorium 218 East 7th Hoisington, KS For info, call (620) 792-4221 For info, write neuforth@netzero.com This ensemble from Offutt AFB near Omaha. The group�s repertoire spans a diverse range of musical styles and idioms and includes commissioned works by American composers and original arrangements by members of the Quartet. This concert is free of charge.
Friday March 10, 2006 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Michael Young The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org 6 and 12 string fingerstyle guitarist Admission with advance reservation: $10.00.
Tuesday March 7, 2006 7:00 p.m.	7th grade band concert GB Middle School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 7, 2006 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: Spring Play Great Bend High School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 7, 2006 show postponed	Back Room Concert ~~Karen Abrahams~~ The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write don@shorock.com This show is being postponed until a future date.
Tuesday March 7, 2006 7:00 pm	Lincoln Concert (3) Lincoln School Great Bend, KS
Monday March 6, 2006 7:00 pm	8th grade band concert GB Middle School Great Bend, KS
Monday March 6, 2006 7:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: Spring Play Great Bend High School Great Bend, KS
Sunday March 5, 2006 2:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: Spring Play Great Bend High School Great Bend, KS
Friday March 3, 2006 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Double feature: T. R. Ritchie and Cosy Sheridan The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Admission with advance reservation: $10.00
Thursday March 2, 2006	Sixth Grade Band / jazz band contest GB Middle School Great Bend, KS
Saturday February 25, 2006	The presents Vienna Choir Boys Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Thursday February 23, 2006	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Susan Egan - The Belle of Broadway Great Bend Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday February 23, 2006 — February 26, 2006	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: W;t Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620)792-GBCT
Wednesday February 22, 2006 all day	Music Festival GB Middle School Great Bend, KS Middle school band, orchestra & vocal contest
Monday February 20, 2006 1:30 pm	Reception and Awards Ceremony for the First Congressional High School Art Competition BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-4221
Thursday February 16, 2006 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: American Heritage Concert GBHS Gymnasium Great Bend, KS
Saturday February 11, 2006 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert The Five Man Trio Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org three creative profs from Cowley College return for their annual Valentine's Day show Admission with advance reservations: $10.00.
Thursday February 9, 2006 7:00 p.m.	Eisenhower Concert (grades 1 & 2) Eisenhower School Great Bend, KS
Thursday February 9, 2006 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Doug MacLeod The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org One of the last remaining Bluesmen who learned from the old masters. Admission with advance reservation: $10.00.
Thursday February 9, 2006 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Jazz Concert GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Saturday January 28, 2006 7:30 p.m.	Great Bend Jazz Festival Crest Theatre Great Bend, KS Featuring Angela Hagenbach
Friday January 27, 2006 8:00 pm	Back Room Concert David Rogers The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS From Oregon: a modern master of the classical guitar.
Friday January 13, 2006 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Boulder Acoustic Society The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Neo-acoustic sound from Boulder, Colorado. Admission with advance reservations: $10.00.
Thursday January 12, 2006 7:00 p.m.	8th Grade Vocal Concert GB Middle School Great Bend, KS
Thursday January 12, 2006 7:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS One Act Play GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Monday January 9, 2006 7:00 p.m.	7th Grade Vocal Concert GB Middle School Great Bend, KS
Saturday January 7, 2006 7:30 p.m.	Alithea Mime Theatre BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium Great Bend, KS $15 ($30 for 3 performances in series)
Tuesday December 20, 2005 7:00 pm	Riley Concert (grades 3-4) Riley School Great Bend, KS
Monday December 19, 2005 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Vocal Concert GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 18, 2005 3:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Youth Choir GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 18, 2005 2:00 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Vespers GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Thursday December 15, 2005 7:00 pm	Jefferson School (grades 3-4) Jefferson School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday December 13, 2005 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Orchestra Concert BCCC Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Tuesday December 13, 2005 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Stephen Bennett The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org *The* man for the harp guitar. Also the only person ever to win Winfield trophies in both fingerstyle and flatpick guitar! Admission with advance reservations: $15.00
Monday December 12, 2005 7:00 pm	6-7-8 Orchestra Concert Middle School Great Bend, KS
Thursday December 8, 2005 7:00 pm	Eisenhower Concert (grades 3-4) Eisenhower School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday December 6, 2005 7:00 pm	Park Concert Park School (grades 1-2-3) Great Bend, KS
Monday December 5, 2005 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Jazz Concert GBHS Commons Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 4, 2005 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm	Reception for Steve Dudek and Bill Forst Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Saturday December 3, 2005 1:00 p.m.	Kansas Brass Quintet First Congregational United Church of Christ 3400 21st Street Great Bend, KS Admission $15 ($30 for series of 3 concerts)
Thursday — Saturday December 1, 2005 — December 24, 2005	Steve Dudek BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS This month the gallery will feature the art of BCCC art instructor Steve Dudek.
Thursday December 1, 2005 7:00 pm	Lincoln School (grades 1 - 2) Lincoln School Great Bend, KS
Monday November 21, 2005 7:300 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Band Concert GBHS gymnasium Great Bend, KS
Saturday November 19, 2005 6:30 pm	The presents Twilight Holiday Open House BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday November 17, 2005 — November 20, 2005	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Harvey Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620)792-GBCT
Tuesday November 15, 2005 7:00 pm	Jefferson Concert (grades 5 & 6) Jefferson School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 15, 2005 7:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Monday November 14, 2005 7:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday November 13, 2005 2:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday November 13, 2005 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm	Reception for Phil Robl BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Friday November 11, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Ariane Lydon The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org celtic singer/songwriter, harp & guitar Admission with advance reservations: $10.00
Thursday November 10, 2005 7:00 pm	Riley Concert (grades 5 & 6) Riley School Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 10, 2005 7:00 pm	7th grade band concert GB Middle School 1901 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 8, 2005 7:00 pm	8th grade Band Concert Middle School 1901 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Sunday November 6, 2005 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm	Reception for Phil Robl Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday November 6, 2005 7:30 pm	Back Room Concert Pete Morton The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org British folk legend comes to Great Bend Admission with advance reservations: $10.00.
Thursday November 3, 2005 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bill Isles The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Admission $10.00 with advance reservations.
Thursday November 3, 2005 7:00 pm	6th grade band concert Morrison School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday — Wednesday November 1, 2005 — November 30, 2005	Phil Robl BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS This month's featured artist of the month in the BCAC gallery will be Phil Robl of Wichita.
Tuesday November 1, 2005 7:00 pm	Eisenhower Concert (grades 5 & 6) Eisenhower School Great Bend, KS
Saturday October 29, 2005 1:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.	Fall Gospel Music Concert BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-7664 For info, write chestnutl@bartonccc.edu A free-will offering will be taken. About 8 groups are coming from Colorado, Oklahoma & Missouri. The Hilltop Singers will perform.
Saturday October 22, 2005	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Th�ringer Salonquintett Great Bend Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Sunday October 16, 2005 — December 11, 2005	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Homage to the Flint Hills: A Gathering of Art Inspired by the Tallgrass Prairie of Kansas Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday October 16, 2005 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Nick Charles The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Third visit to our venue by this Australian fingerstyle guitarist Tickets with advance reservations: $10.00
Sunday October 9, 2005 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	Reception for Jane Gehring Newcom BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday October 4, 2005 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bryan Bowers The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org The master of the autoharp returns to Great Bend Admission with advance reservation: $10.00
Saturday — Sunday October 1, 2005 — October 2, 2005	The presents Oscar Micheaux Memorial Celebration Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 793-7811 For info, write m.keenan@sbcglobal.net
Saturday — Monday October 1, 2005 — October 31, 2005	Jane Gehring Newcom BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS The animal paintings of Jane Gehring Newcom of Moundridge will be the featured exhibit in the BCAC gallery this month.
Saturday September 24, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Lisa Sandell The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org unique lap-style guitar plus vocals Admission with advance reservations: $7.00
Sunday September 11, 2005 2:00 pm — 4:00 p.m.	Reception for local photographers BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday September 8, 2005	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Hector Olivera Great Bend Municipal Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Thursday September 1, 2005 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Todd Hallawell Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Outstanding fingerstyle guitarist (Winfield winner) Admission $10 with advance reservations.
Thursday — Friday September 1, 2005 — September 30, 2005	Local photographers BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS This month's featured artists will be a group of local photographers.
Monday August 29, 2005 7:30 pm	Back Room Concert Dave Potts 2006 Forest Avenue Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org
Thursday August 18, 2005 7:30 pm	Back Room Concert Danny Santos The Back Room of the Barton Arts Council 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Austin-based singer/songwriter. Tex-Mex and more. Admission with advance reservation: $10.00.
Thursday August 4, 2005 8:00 pm	312th Army Reserve Band Moses Bandshell - Kilby Square Great Bend, KS free to the public
Thursday July 28, 2005	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Friday July 22, 2005 7 p.m.	Back Room Concert Double bill: Reva Williams and The Winstons The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Two great acts: one from Boston, one from Colorado Admission $15.00 with advance reservations.
Thursday July 21, 2005	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Monday July 18, 2005 7:00 p.m.	The presents Arts Council Board Meeting Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday July 12, 2005	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Saturday July 9, 2005 8 pm	Back Room Concert The Free Staters The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Front porch music from the 1850's Admission $10.00 with advance reservations.
Thursday July 7, 2005	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Friday July 1, 2005 7:30 pm	The Ellinwood Schools present Swingtime Canteen Ellinwood High School Auditorium Ellinwood, KS Presented by Ellinwood Community Theatre in cooperation with the Ellinwood Schools. Tickets $5.00. Available at the Ellinwood Community-School Library or from any cast member.
Thursday June 30, 2005 7:30 pm	The Ellinwood Schools present Swingtime Canteen Ellinwood High School Auditorium Ellinwood, KS Presented by Ellinwood Community Theatre in cooperation with Ellinwood Schools Admission $5.00. Tickets available at Ellinwood School-Community Library or from any cast member.
Thursday June 30, 2005	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Moses Bandshell in Kilby Square Lakin & Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday June 23, 2005	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Moses Bandshell, Kilby Square Lakin & Main Great Bend, KS In case of bad weather, will be held in The Crest.
Friday June 17, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Tommy Martin with Eileen Gannon The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org This Dubliner is a master of the uillean pipes and also plays the fiddle, flute, tin whistle and mandolin. He'll be joined by Eileen Gannon, 2000 winner of the all-Ireland senior division harp championship. Admission with advance reservation: $10.00
Thursday June 16, 2005	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Moses Bandshell, Kilby Square 1920 Lakin Great Bend, KS In case of bad weather, will be held in The Crest.
Sunday June 12, 2005 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	Reception for Louise Fenn BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday June 9, 2005	The Great Bend City Band presents: City Band concert Moses Bandshell, Kilby Square Lakin & Main Great Bend, KS In case of bad weather, will be held in The Crest.
Friday June 3, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Brian Curran Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Blues guitar from St. Louis, Missouri. Admission $10 with advance reservations.
Wednesday — Thursday June 1, 2005 — June 30, 2005	Louise Fenn BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Louise Fenn of Great Bend is the featured artist of the month in the BCAC gallery.
Saturday May 28, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Rowan The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Celtic trio from Lawrence, Kansas Admission with advance reservations: $10.00
Sunday May 22, 2005 1 pm — 4 pm	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception for 100 Years of War exhibit Shafer Gallery, Barton College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS Entertainment at 1:30 pm
Sunday — Sunday May 22, 2005 — August 14, 2005	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents 1860—1960, 100 Years of War Shafer Gallery, Barton College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 19, 2005 10:00 am	Riley kindergarten concert Riley School 1515 Tenth Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 19, 2005 7:00 pm	8th grade band concert Great Bend Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 19, 2005 1:30 pm	Lincoln talent show Lincoln School 5630 Broadway Great Bend, KS
Wednesday May 18, 2005	Jefferson Talent Show Jefferson School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 17, 2005 7:00 pm	7th Grade Band Concert Great Bend Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Monday May 16, 2005 6:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Band Concert Great Bend, KS
Saturday May 14, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bruce Huss 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Singer/songwriter returns to his hometown Admission $10 with advance reservations.
Friday May 13, 2005 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Orchestra Concert BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Sunday May 8, 2005 2:00 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bned, KS
Sunday May 8, 2005 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm	Reception for Annabelle Jacobs BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Saturday May 7, 2005 7:30 pm	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Montana Mandolin Society City Auditorium 2105 Lakin Great Bend, KS The concert features a remarkable historic repertoire of waltzes, gallops, marches, rags, tangos, contemporary classics, and original compositions.
Saturday May 7, 2005 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Friday May 6, 2005 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 3, 2005 7:00 pm	6-7-8 grade orchestra concert Great Bend Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Monday May 1, 2005 — May 30, 2005	Annabelle Jacobs BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS This month's featured artist is Annabelle Jacobs of Great Bend who will exhibit her folk art dolls.
Friday — Sunday April 29, 2005 — May 1, 2005	The presents The First Annual Wings N Wetlands Invitational Art Exhibit Courtyard of Best Western Angus Inn 2920 10th Street Great Bend, KS
Thursday April 28, 2005 7:00 pm	6th grade concert Lincoln School 5630 Broadway Great Bend, KS
Monday April 25, 2005 7:00 pm	Ensembles concert Great Bend Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Saturday April 23, 2005 7:30 pm	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Three Hits and a Miss City Auditorium 2105 Lakin Great Bend, KS featuring traditional
Thursday — Sunday April 21, 2005 — April 24, 2005	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Blackpool and Parrish Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-GBCT
Thursday April 21, 2005 7:00 pm	Kindergarten Music Concert Eisenhower School 1212 Garfield Great Bend, KS
Wednesday April 20, 2005 daytime	Tour of elementary schools Great Bend, KS 7th & 8th Orchestra, Jazz Band and Music in Motion
Sunday April 17, 2005 tentative date	Back Room Concert James Durst 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS
Sunday April 17, 2005 1:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception Shafer Gallery, Barton County College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 Music department recital at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday April 17, 2005 2:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Recital Shafer Gallery, Barton County College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday — Sunday April 17, 2005 — May 8, 2005	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Barton County Community College Student Juried Art Exhibition Shafer Gallery, Barton County College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday April 10, 2005 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm	Reception for student artists (and their teachers) BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Friday April 8, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Dana & Susan Robinson Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Singer/songwriter from North Carolina Admission $10 with advance reservations.
Thursday April 7, 2005 7:00 pm	Riley Concert (5-6) Riley School 1515 Tenth Street Great Bend, KS
Tuesday April 5, 2005 7:30 pm	Community Chorale First United Methodist Church 2123 Forest Avenue Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9391 Central Kansas Community Choir and the Barton County Community College Concert Choir Admission $5.00
Tuesday April 5, 2005 7:00 pm	Sixth Grade band concert Great Bend, KS
Friday — Saturday April 1, 2005 — April 30, 2005	Watching Young Artists Grow: 2005 BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS This month the gallery features the work of students in local schools.
Thursday March 31, 2005 7:30 pm	Back Room Concert Richard Gilewitz Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Guitar master returns to Great Bend Admission with advance reservations: $12.00
Wednesday March 30, 2005 7:00 pm — 8:00 pm	The presents Unity with a Beat Presented by Martin English Great Bend Recreation Center 1214 Stone Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 793-3755 Co-sponsored by Great Bend Recreation Commission and Barton County Arts Council Free but pre-enrollment necessary. Call 793-3755
Tuesday March 22, 2005 7:00 pm	7th grade vocal concert Great Bend Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Monday March 21, 2005 7:00 pm	8th grade vocal concert Great Bend Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Thursday March 17, 2005 7:00 pm	Jefferson Concert (1-2) Jefferson School 2716 24th Street Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 15, 2005 7 pm	Riley Concert (1-2) Riley School 1515 10th Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 8, 2005 7 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: The Jellybean Conspiracy Great Bend Senior High School (Auditorium) 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS For info, call 793-1521 ext. 134 (Dan Heath) For info, write mazouchl@usd428.org Tickets for the Jellybean conspiracy will be $5 at the door with $3 tickets available from GBHS drama students.
Tuesday March 8, 2005 7 pm	Lincoln Music Concert Lincoln School 5630 Broadway Great Bend, KS
Monday March 7, 2005 7 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: The Jellybean Conspiracy Great Bend Senior High School (Auditorium) 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS For info, call 793-1521 ext. 134 (Dan Heath) For info, write mazouchl@usd428.org Tickets for the Jellybean conspiracy will be $5 at the door with $3 tickets available from GBHS drama students.
Sunday March 6, 2005 1:00 — 4:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception for High School Juried Art Exhibition Shafer Gallery, Barton County College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday March 6, 2005 2:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: The Jellybean Conspiracy Great Bend Senior High School (Auditorium) 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS For info, call 793-1521 ext. 134 (Dan Heath) For info, write mazouchl@usd428.org Tickets for the Jellybean conspiracy will be $5 at the door with $3 tickets available from GBHS drama students.
Sunday — Sunday March 6, 2005 — April 3, 2005	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Barton County High School Juried Art Exhibition Shafer Gallery, Barton County College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Friday March 4, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Annie Gallup Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Talking blues Admission $10 with advance reservations.
Thursday March 3, 2005 7:00 p.m.	7th Grade Band Concert Great Bend Middle School 19th & Harrison Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday February 24, 2005 — February 27, 2005	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Brighton Beach Memoirs Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-GBCT
Tuesday February 22, 2005 7:00 pm	Park School (grades 1 & 2) concert Park School 1801 Williams Great Bend, KS
Sunday February 20, 2005 1:00 — 4:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception Shafer Gallery, Barton County College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Friday February 18, 2005 7:30 pm	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Acoustic Caf� City Auditorium 2105 Lakin Great Bend, KS Hear the story behind the songs as the
Thursday February 17, 2005 7:00 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: American Heritage Concert GBHS gymnasium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Tuesday February 15, 2005 2:15 pm	GBHS band performs at the Middle School 1919 Harrison Great Bend, KS
Sunday February 13, 2005 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm	Reception for Geneva Flickner BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Saturday February 12, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Five Man Trio Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Gary and his friends make their annual February visit. Admission $10 with advance reservations.
Thursday February 10, 2005 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Jazz Ensemble Concert GBHS Auditorium 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Saturday February 5, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Wayne & Arthetta Long Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Fingerstyle guitarist from Wichita, Kansas Admission $10 with advance reservations.
Tuesday — Monday February 1, 2005 — February 28, 2005	Geneva Flickner BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS This artist from Moundridge is our featured artist of the month.
Tuesday February 1, 2005 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Two Muses Dorothy Moses Morrison Chapel Fine Arts Building F-157 Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS Flutist Jennifer Rhyne and classical guitarist Matthew Hinsley. Admission is free of charge.
Sunday January 30, 2005 3:00 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Junghwa Lee, pianist Dorothy Moses Chapel Fine Arts Building F-157 Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS She teaches piano at Fort Hays State University Admission is free of charge.
Thursday January 27, 2005 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Chuck Pyle Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org The Zen Cowboy Admission $10 with advance reservations.
Saturday January 22, 2005 7:30 pm	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Frank D'Ambrosio City Auditorium 2105 Lakin Great Bend, KS The World's Longest Running Phantom, performed the role of the Phantom more than 2,600 times.
Tuesday — Sunday January 18, 2005 — February 20, 2005	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents The Shafer Regional Invitational Art Exhibition Shafer Gallery, Barton County College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Tuesday — Sunday January 18, 2005 — February 27, 2005	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Achievements Against the Odds Shafer Gallery, Barton County College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 Black History Month Exhibition Smithsonian Posters from the Shafer Gallery's Permanent Collection
Saturday January 15, 2005 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Jennifer Clarke Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Traditional Celtic singer form Winnipeg, Manitoba admission $10 with advance reservation
Thursday January 13, 2005	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: One Act Play Great Bend High School 2027 Morton Great Bend, KS
Sunday January 9, 2005 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm	Reception for Gordon & Rae Zahradnik BCAC gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Monday — Monday January 3, 2005 — January 31, 2005	Gordon & Rae Zahradnik BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS This couple from Lyons are our featured artists of the month.
Friday December 31, 2004 8:00 p.m.	The presents The George & Bob Show The Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS Poetry, stories and the unexpected.
Tuesday December 21, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The presents BCAC Board Meeting Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 19, 2004 4:00 p.m.	First United Methodist Church presents Organ and piano recital First United Methodist Church 2123 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call 792-2148
Friday December 17, 2004 8 pm	Back Room Concert Chris Aytes The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Showcasing a local Christian singer/songwriter Admission $10 with advance reservation.
Sunday December 12, 2004 6:00 p.m.	Concert by ReflecSi�n Senior Center 2005 Kansas Avenue Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-7731 local Latino Christian music group free will offering
Sunday December 12, 2004 2 pm — 4 pm	Reception for Boberdilly Doodles BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Saturday — Sunday December 11, 2004 — December 12, 2004	The presents The Hopi Way Comes To Great Bend Barton Arts Center / Medicine Bear Trading Great Bend, KS For info, write (620)792-4221
Thursday — Sunday December 9, 2004 — December 12, 2004	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Uh-Oh, Here Comes Christmas Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-GBCT
Friday December 3, 2004 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Small Potatoes Back Room at Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Outstanding songwriters, vocalists & instrumentalists Admission $10 with advance reservation.
Wednesday — Friday December 1, 2004 — December 24, 2004	Boberdilly Doodles BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS The art of Robert Joy is featured this month.
Monday November 22, 2004 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Band Concert High School Gymnasium 19th & Morton Great Bend, KS
Saturday November 20, 2004 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Emily Higgins Back Room of the Barton Arts Council 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org modern folk originals from Springfield, Missouri Admission $10 with advance reservations
Thursday November 18, 2004 7:00 p.m.	7th Grade Vocal Concert Great Bend MIddle School 19th & Harrison Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 16, 2004 7:00 p.m.	Jefferson Concert (5th & 6th grades) Jefferson School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 16, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The presents BCAC Board Meeting Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 16, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Fall Play GBHS Auditorium 19th & Morton Great Bend, KS
Monday November 15, 2004 7:00 p.m.	8th Grade Vocal Concert Great Bend Middle School 19th & Harrison Great Bend, KS
Monday November 15, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play GBHS Auditorium 19th & Morton Great Bend, KS
Sunday November 14, 2004 2:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play GBHS Auditorium 19th & Morton Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 11, 2004 7:00 p.m.	7th Grade Band Concert Great Bend Middle School 19th & Harrison Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 11, 2004 7:00 p.m.	Park Music Concert (grades 5-6) Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 11, 2004	GBHS Band in Veterans' Day parade Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 9, 2004 7:00 p.m.	Lincoln School music concert Lincoln School Broadway & Patton Road Great Bend, KS
Sunday November 7, 2004 *tentative date*	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Southern Fried Jazz City Auditorium Great Bend, KS The Southern Fried Jazz Band is an eight-member Dixieland band that whets the appetite of its audiences with some of the most refreshing Dixieland music on the scene today!
Sunday November 7, 2004 1:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception for Sandz�n exhibit Shafer Gallery at Barton Co. Comm. College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu Larry Griffis, Director of the Birger Sandz�n Memorial Gallery, will speak at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday — Sunday November 7, 2004 — December 12, 2004	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Sandz�n in the Smoky Valley The Shafer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 For info, write shafer@bartonccc.edu
Thursday November 4, 2004 7:00 p.m.	1st & 2nd Grade Music Concert Eisenhower School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 2, 2004 7:00 p.m.	6th Grade Band Concert Morrison School Great Bend, KS
Monday November 1, 2004 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert The Heatons The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Celtic music from Boston Admission with advance reservation: $10.00
Saturday October 30, 2004	Appraisal Fair St. Rose Auditorium Great Bend, KS Bring your art, antiques, collectibles and see what they're worth.
Thursday October 21, 2004 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Vocal Music Concert GBHS Auditorium 19th & Morton Great Bend, KS
Tuesday October 19, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The presents BCAC Board Meeting Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday October 17, 2004 2 pm — 4 pm	The presents Reception for artists of the month BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Saturday October 16, 2004 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Debra Cowan The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org tickets $10; advance reservations recommended
Thursday October 14, 2004 *tentative date*	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: One Enchanted Evening City Auditorium Great Bend, KS Another Matt Davenport production. This one features the works of Ricard Rogers with Lorenz Hart and Oscar Hammerstein II.
Tuesday October 12, 2004 7:30 pm	Back Room Concert Bryan Bowers The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Tickets $10.00 each. Advance reservations strongly recommended.
Sunday October 10, 2004 1 p.m. — 4 p.m.	3-A Show 6 locations around town Great Bend, KS
Monday — Friday October 4, 2004 — October 29, 2004	Non-traditional painting & ceramics students from BCCC. BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Monday October 4, 2004 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Jazz Band Concert Great Bend High School 19th & Morton Great Bend, KS
Friday — Saturday October 1, 2004 — October 2, 2004	The presents Work Day BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS We'll be painting some walls and doing some other work in the gallery.
Sunday — Sunday September 26, 2004 — October 31, 2004	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Spiritual Journeys: The Art of Robert Sudlow Shafer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 Hours: Mon.-Fri 10 am-5 pm; Sunday 1-4 pm
Sunday September 26, 2004 1:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Reception for "Spiritual Journeys: The Art of Robert Sudlow" Shafer Gallery at Barton County Community College 245 NW 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Sunday September 26, 2004 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Nick Charles The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Return visit by an outstanding Australian fingerstyle guitarist
Wednesday September 22, 2004 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Wild Carrot The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org folk duo from Cincinatti, Ohio tickets $10; advance reservations recommended
Tuesday September 21, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The presents BCAC Board Meeting Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Friday August 27, 2004 8 pm	Back Room Concert Draiocht Back Room at the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Duo from Ireland including all-Ireland senior division harp champion Admission with advance reservation: $10.00
Thursday August 26, 2004 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Buddy Mondlock The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Nashville songwriter. Admission - $10.00 per person In 2002, Buddy recorded with Art Garfunkel and then toured the US & Europe with him.
Tuesday August 24, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The presents BCAC Board Meeting Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Tuesday August 1, 2004 — August 31, 2004	Bill Forst BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Friday July 30, 2004 8 pm	Back Room Concert Dorian Michael The Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org creative fingerstyle acoustic guitarist Admission with advance reservation - $8.00
Saturday July 24, 2004 morning	The presents Pre-Loved Art Sale in conjunction with downtown sidewalk sale 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Donated art-related items for sale during sidewalk sale. Members and sponsors get first pick the evening before.
Friday July 23, 2004 evening	The presents Preview sale - Pre-Loved Art Sale Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Members and sponsors get first pick of items in the Art Sale.
Thursday July 22, 2004	The Great Bend City Band presents: Band Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Tuesday July 20, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The presents BCAC Board Meeting Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday July 13, 2004	The Great Bend City Band presents: Band Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Friday July 9, 2004 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert The Winstons The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org folk/pop duo from Boulder, Colorado
Thursday July 8, 2004	The Great Bend City Band presents: Band Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Tuesday — Sunday July 6, 2004 — August 15, 2004	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Jessie Montes, cardboard sculpture Shafer Gallery, Barton County Community College 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Monday July 5, 2004 2:00 p.m.	The presents Discovery String Band presents Lewis and Clark: A Musical Voyage of Discovery Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org a musical celebration of the voyage of Lewis & Clark
Thursday July 1, 2004	The Great Bend City Band presents: Band Concert Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Thursday June 24, 2004	The Great Bend City Band presents: Band Concert Moses Bandshell, Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS
Saturday June 19, 2004 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Kym Tuvim The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter from Washington state
Thursday June 17, 2004	The Great Bend City Band presents: Band Concert Moses Bandshell, Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS
Tuesday June 15, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The presents BCAC Annual Meeting Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS election of board members
Sunday June 13, 2004 2 pm — 4 pm	The presents Reception for Rose Dudek Gallery of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Thursday June 10, 2004	The Great Bend City Band presents: Band Concert Moses Bandshell, Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS
Friday June 4, 2004 postponed	Back Room Concert Lis Harvey The Back Room Great Bend, Ks Lis called from Iowa to say she was coming down with the flu. I encouraged her to turn around, go back to Wisconsin and see her doctor. She was very apologetic for any inconvience this may have caused. I hope we'll be able to re-book her sometime down the road.
Thursday June 3, 2004	The Great Bend City Band presents: Band Concert Moses Bandshell, Jack Kilby Square Great Bend, KS
Tuesday — Wednesday June 1, 2004 — June 30, 2004	Color, Texture & Movement -- The Art of Rose Dudek Gallery of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS hours: Mon.-Fri. 1 pm - 5:30 pm
Thursday May 27, 2004 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Mike Mangione Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Dylanesque singer/songwriter from Los Angeles
Thursday May 20, 2004 1 p.m.	Lincoln Talent Show Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 20, 2004 10 a.m.	Riley Kindergarten Concert Washington School Great Bend, KS
Wednesday May 19, 2004	Jefferson Talent Show Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 18, 2004 7:00 p.m.	7th Grade Band Concert Middle School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday May 18, 2004 2:00 p.m.	Park kindergarten recognition & concert Great Bend, KS
Sunday May 16, 2004 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.	The presents Reception for Jane Gehring Newcom BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Jane Gehring Newcom of Moundridge is our featured Artist of the Month for May
Friday May 14, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Orchestra Concert High School auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday May 9, 2004 2:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show High School Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Saturday May 8, 2004 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show Great Bend, KS
Friday May 7, 2004 7:30 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Variety Show High School auditorium Great Bend, KS
Thursday May 6, 2004 cancelled	Back Room Concert Amelia Royko Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter from Wisconsin
Tuesday May 4, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: 6-7-8 Orchestra Concert Middle School Great Bend, KS
Monday — Monday May 3, 2004 — May 31, 2004	Jane Gehring Newcom of Moundridge The Gallery of the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Artist of the Month
Saturday May 1, 2004 8 pm	Wichita Brass Quintet Crest Theatre Great Bend, KS
Thursday April 29, 2004 7:30 pm	Back Room Concert Andrew McKnight Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org $10 tickets; advance reservations recommended singer/songwriter from the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia
Monday April 26, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Ensembles Concert Middle School Great Bend, KS
Thursday April 22, 2004 7:00 p.m.	Lincoln Music Concert (6th grade) Great Bend, KS
Wednesday April 21, 2004	7th/8th Orchestra, Jazz Band, Music in Motion tour K-6 schools Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday April 15, 2004 — April 18, 2004	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Wrong Turn at Lungfish Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-GBCT
Thursday April 15, 2004 7:00 p.m.	6th Grade Band Concert Morrison Gym Great Bend, KS
Thursday April 8, 2004	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Manhattan Rhythm Kings Great Bend City Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Tuesday April 6, 2004 7:00 p.m.	Riley Concert Great Bend, KS
Sunday April 4, 2004 2 pm — 4 pm	The presents Reception for "Watching Young Artists Grow" BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday April 4, 2004 7:30 p.m.	Amayia First Congregational United Church of Christ 21st & Polk Great Bend, KS folk, jazzy gospel group free and open to the public
Thursday — Friday April 1, 2004 — April 30, 2004	Watching Young Artists Grow BCAC Gallery 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 30, 2004 7:00 p.m.	7th Grade Vocal Concert Middle School 19th & Harrison Great Bend, KS
Monday March 29, 2004	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: The World Famous Glen Miller Orchestra Great Bend City Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Monday March 29, 2004 7:00 p.m.	8th Grade Vocal Concert Middle School 19th & Harrison Great Bend, KS
Friday March 26, 2004 8 p.m.	The presents Alithea Mime Theatre BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS Tickets: General Admission $10, Students $5 Sponsored by American State Bank & Trust, N.A.
Friday March 19, 2004 8:00 p.m.	Back Room Concert Bret Boyer The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Admission $10 with advance reservation. Fine guitarist returning from Texas for a repeat performance.
Monday March 15, 2004 7:30 p.m.	Back Room Concert Frank Lee Back Room at the Barton Arts Council 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call 620-792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Frank was formerly one of the Freighthoppers Admission with advance reservation - $10.00
Sunday — Sunday March 14, 2004 — March 14, 2004 2 pm — 4 pm	The presents Reception Gallery at the Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS This month's exhibit includes items from the SHPTV auction.
Thursday March 11, 2004 7:00 p.m.	Jefferson Concert (1-2) Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 9, 2004 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Spring Play Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 9, 2004	Park Concert (3-4) Great Bend, KS
Monday March 8, 2004 8:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Spring Play Great Bend, KS
Sunday March 7, 2004 2:00 p.m.	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Spring Play
Thursday March 4, 2004 7: 00 pm	7th Grade Band Concert Middle School 19th & Harrison Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Saturday March 4, 2004 — March 6, 2004	The Music Department presents: My Fair Lady Fine Arts Auditorium Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9391 For info, write markelm@bartonccc.edu All seats will be reserved.
Thursday March 4, 2004 7:00 p.m.	Lincoln Concert (Grades 4-5) Great Bend, KS
Thursday March 4, 2004 7:00 pm	6th Grade and Jazz Band Concert Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 2, 2004 7 pm	Eisenhower Kindergarten Concert Great Bend, KS
Tuesday March 2, 2004 7:00 pm	Riley Concert Great Bend, KS
Monday — Wednesday March 1, 2004 — March 31, 2004	Smoky Hills Public Television art auction 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Several of the items in the Smoky Hills art auction are on display in the gallery this month.
Sunday February 22, 2004 2 pm — 4 pm	The presents Reception for Marge Kite Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday February 22, 2004	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Lincoln Mayorga Great Bend City Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday February 19, 2004 — February 22, 2004	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Remember Me? Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-GBCT A new comedy by Sam Bobrick
Saturday February 14, 2004 8 pm	Back Room Concert Gary Gackstatter and the Five Man Trio The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org Gary returns for the third straight year!
Thursday February 12, 2004 7:00 pm	Eisenhower Concert (Gr. 1-2) Great Bend, KS
Thursday February 12, 2004 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Jazz Ensemble Concert HS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Tuesday February 10, 2004 2:00 pm	Park Concert (Gr. 1-2) Great Bend, KS
Sunday February 1, 2004 cancelled due to driving conditions	Back Room Concert Kate McDonnell Back Room of the Barton Arts Center 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org singer/songwriter from upstate New York admission with advance reservation - $10.00
Thursday January 29, 2004 7:30 pm	Back Room Concert Kelly Werts Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org $10 tickets; advance reservations advised A Kansas Day special --- featuring an authority on Kansas folk music
Monday — Saturday January 26, 2004 — February 28, 2004	Marge Kite - Artist of the month Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Saturday January 17, 2004 8 pm	Crest Jazz Festival Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Sunday January 11, 2004 4 p.m.	The presents Gladys the Riveter The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org admission: $8.00
Thursday January 8, 2004	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS One-act Play Great Bend, KS
Thursday December 18, 2003 7:00 pm	Lincoln Concert (Gr. 2-3) Great Bend, KS
Tuesday December 16, 2003 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Vocal Music Concert GBHS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Monday December 15, 2003 7:00 pm	Eisenhower Music Concert (Gr. 3-4) Great Bend, KS
Monday December 15, 2003 7 pm	The presents Monty Python :Life of Brian The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS
Monday December 15, 2003 7:30 p.m.	The Ellinwood Schools present High School Vocal St. Joseph Catholic Church Ellinwood, KS
Sunday December 14, 2003 2 pm — 4 pm	The presents Reception for Chet Cale Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday December 14, 2003 1 pm — 6 pm	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Holiday Open House Shafer Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS includes musical entertainment and the Heart of Kansas Quilters' Guild exhibit.
Tuesday December 9, 2003 7:00 p.m.	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Orchestra Concert High School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday December 9, 2003 7:30 p.m.	The Music Department presents: Prairie Winds Community College Band and Jazz Ensemble The Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9391 For info, write markelm@bartonccc.edu
Monday December 8, 2003 7:00 p.m.	The Ellinwood Schools present 5-8 Grade Vocal Concert Ellinwood, KS
Sunday December 7, 2003 2:00 pm	The Music Department presents: Student Recital venue t.b.a. Great Bend, KS For info, call 792-9391
Friday December 5, 2003 7:00 p.m.	The Ellinwood Schools present K-4 Vocal Concert Ellinwood High School Auditorium Ellinwood, KS
Friday December 5, 2003 7:00 pm	The Music Department presents: Winter Holiday Show BCCC Fine Arts Auditorium Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9391 For info, write markelm@bartonccc.edu
Thursday December 4, 2003 7:00 pm	Riley Concert Great Bend, KS
Tuesday December 2, 2003 7:00 pm	Orchestra Concert for grades 6-7-8 Middle School Great Bend, KS
Tuesday December 2, 2003 7:30 p.m.	The Ellinwood Schools present High School/Middle School Band Concert Ellinwood, KS
Monday December 1, 2003 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Jazz Ensemble Concert GBHS Commons Great Bend, KS
Monday December 1, 2003 7 pm	The presents Monty Python and the Holy Grail The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS
Monday — Wednesday December 1, 2003 — December 31, 2003	Chet Cale Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Chet is our artist of the month
Tuesday November 25, 2003 7:00 pm	Lincoln Music Program (Grades K-1) Lincoln School Great Bend, KS
Monday November 24, 2003 8:00 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Band Concert High School gymnasium Great Bend, KS
Friday November 21, 2003	Claflin Schools present All School Play Claflin, KS
Thursday November 20, 2003 7:00 pm	7th Grade Vocal Concert Middle School Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday November 20, 2003 — November 23, 2003	The Great Bend Community Theatre presents: Over the Tavern Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-GBCT A comedy by Tom Dudzick
Thursday November 20, 2003	Claflin Schools present All School Play Claflin, KS
Monday November 17, 2003 7 pm	The presents Monty Python and the Meaning Of Life The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS
Monday November 17, 2003 7:00 pm	8th Grade Vocal Concert Middle School Great Bend, KS
Saturday November 15, 2003 7:30 p.m.	The Ellinwood Schools present High School Musical Ellinwood, KS
Friday November 14, 2003 7:30 p.m.	The Ellinwood Schools present High School Musical Ellinwood, KS
Thursday November 13, 2003 7:00 pm	7th Grade Band Concert Middle School Great Bend, KS
Thursday — Sunday November 13, 2003 — December 14, 2003	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Holiday Tree Display Shafer Art Gallery 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 11, 2003 7:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play HS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Monday November 10, 2003 7:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play HS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday November 9, 2003 2 pm — 4 pm	The presents Reception for Phyllis Klima Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS
Sunday November 9, 2003 2:00 pm	The USD 428 Drama Department presents: GBHS Fall Play Great Bend, KS
Thursday November 6, 2003 7:00 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: Eisenhower Music Program (Gr. 5-6) Great Bend, KS
Tuesday November 4, 2003 7:00 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: 6th Grade Band Concert Morrison School Great Bend, KS
Saturday November 1, 2003	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: I Get a Kick Out of Cole Great Bend City Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Saturday — Sunday November 1, 2003 — November 30, 2003	Phyllis Klima Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Phyllis Klima is our featured artist of the month for November.
Tuesday October 28, 2003 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Vocal Concert HS Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Sunday October 26, 2003 3:00 pm	The presents Curtis and Loretta Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org $10 tickets; advance reservations recommended multi-instrumentalist folk duo from Minnesota
Wednesday October 15, 2003 7:30 pm	The presents Bryan Bowers Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org $10 tickets; advance reservations strongly recommended The master of the autoharp returns to our venue.
Sunday October 12, 2003 2 pm — 4 pm	The presents Reception for Char Brown Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Batik artist Char Brown is our featured artist of the month.
Thursday October 9, 2003 7:30 pm	The presents Mark Hofgard Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org $10 tickets New Age piano compositions
Tuesday October 7, 2003	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Robert Post Great Bend City Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Monday October 6, 2003 7:30 pm	The USD 428* Music Department* presents: GBHS Jazz Band Concert Great Bend, KS
Sunday — Sunday October 5, 2003 — November 2, 2003	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Gordon Zahradnik and Esther Maher 245 NE 30 Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342
Saturday October 4, 2003 evening	The presents Lieurance Woodwind Quintet Crest Theatre 1905 Lakin Great Bend, KS
Wednesday — Friday October 1, 2003 — October 31, 2003	The presents Char Brown Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Batik artist Char Brown is our featured artist of the month.
Sunday September 28, 2003 7:30 p.m.	The presents Nick Charles The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org $10 tickets, advance reservations strongly recommended Virtuoso fingerstyle guitarist from Melbourne, Australia
Sunday September 14, 2003 2 pm — 4 pm	The presents Reception for Angie Schafer Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS Angie Schafer is our featured artist of the month.
Sunday September 14, 2003	The Great Bend Community Concert presents: Westwind Brass Great Bend City Auditorium Great Bend, KS
Saturday September 13, 2003 evening	Carmen Bradley Fair Wichita, KS For info, call (620) 792-2142 Tickets $30 but half-price if a group of 25 can be organized! Gina Munz is trying to organize a group from this area to attend a live opera performance in Wichita. If she can find a group of 25 or more, tickets will be only $15 each!
Monday — Tuesday September 1, 2003 — September 30, 2003	The presents Angie Schafer Barton Arts Center 1401 Main Great Bend, KS McPherson watercolor painter Angie Schafer is our featured artist of the month.
Monday August 25, 2003 7:00 pm	The presents Amélie The Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS cinema forum discussion
Friday August 22, 2003 8:00 p.m.	The presents Bill Mize Back Room 2006 Forest Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-3097 For info, write tickets@bartonarts.org tickets $10; advance reservations recommended return visit of the 1985 Winfield fingerstyle guitar winner
Sunday — Wednesday August 17, 2003 — September 24, 2003	*The Shafer Art Gallery* at presents Dali: The Divine Comedy & Dali: The Halsman Photographs Shaffer Gallery - Barton Co. Comm. College 245 NE 30th Road Great Bend, KS For info, call (620) 792-9342 on load from Blair-Murrah Exhibitions: 40 colored prints by Salvador Dali reinterpre

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