Annual Community Events
Join us for our annual community events! Check our website regularly for news and updates regarding dates and time.
Bluestem PACE Open House
Join us during National PACE month for an Open House event. Tours provided. Learn more about what PACE offers caregivers and participants.
WHEN: September 24, 2019
WHERE: McPherson, KS
Villa Days in collaboration with Home Sweet Hesston
Villa Days is held in conjunction with Home Sweet Hesston. This community-wide homecoming event is a celebration of Hesston and the people who call it home. Designated events throughout the weekend will benefit Schowalter Villa’s Good Samaritan Caring Fund.
WHEN: September 27-28, 2019
WHERE: Hesston, KS
Gathering in the Garden
On the Friday evening of Bethel College’s Fall Fest, come enjoy an informal evening of socializing in Kidron Bethel Village’s Peace Garden. The outdoor event is complete with live music and appetizers paired with wine.
WHEN: October 11, 2019
WHERE: Kidron Bethel Village in North Newton
Country Breakfast
In early October, an annual breakfast at Kidron Bethel Village is hosted by Friends of Kidron. Come join us on the Saturday morning of Bethel College Fall Fest for a delicious breakfast!
WHEN: October 12, 2019
WHERE: Kidron Bethel Village in North Newton
Bluestem Gala
The Bluestem Gala is our annual gala event to benefit the residents and participants of Bluestem Communities. We hope you join us for this community event as we gather in support and to celebrate the mission of Bluestem Communities. It’s a night you won’t want to miss!
For more information, contact the Fund Advancement Office at 316-836-4879 or 620-327-3413.
WHEN: November 7, 2019
WHERE: Meridian Center – Newton, Kansas
Holiday Marketplace
On Saturday, December 7th Friends of Kidron will hold the annual Holiday Marketplace. Kidron Bethel residents and several local vendors will be available for your holiday shopping needs. This event will support the Health Care Benevolent Fund, a ministry of Kidron Bethel Village, assisting residents who are unable to cover the full cost of their care. Cinnamon rolls and coffee by donation.
WHEN: December 7, 2019
WHERE: Kidron Bethel Village in North Newton
Fireworks Extravaganza
Find the only fireworks show in North Newton on the campus of Kidron Bethel Village. This event is fun for the whole family! You can expect concessions, children’s games, live music and a festive fireworks show.
WHEN: July 4, 2020
WHERE: Kidron Bethel Village in North Newton
Innovations in Living with Dementia Community Forum
Bluestem Communities’ annual community dementia forum, features interactive booths, an engaging speaker and a question and answer session. Save the date for Teepa Snow, an occupational therapist with forty years of clinical practice experience, is one of the world’s leading educators on dementia and the care that accompanies it.
WHEN: July 15, 2020
WHERE: Hesston Mennonite Church | Hesston, KS