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April Membership Luncheon
4/1/2026

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Leadership Showcase 2026
5/1/2026
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May Membership Luncheon
5/6/2026
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June Membership Luncheon
6/3/2026
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Events in the month of July 2026
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7/1/2026
Join Us for a meeting of the Kearney Tourism Committee as we prepare for the FIFA World Cup 2026
 
The FIFA World Cup is coming to Kansas City in 2026, and the excitement (and opportunity) is building! The Kearney Chamber Tourism Committee is reshaping our monthly meetings to ensure we’re ready to welcome the world to our community.
Beginning this month, we are offering hybrid meetings—you can join us in person or virtually via Microsoft Teams. These meetings will feature timely updates from local and regional leaders who are shaping tourism, marketing, and economic development plans for our area, including:
  • Megan Sahlfeld, Clay County Tourism & Marketing Manager
  • Stacie Bratcher, Executive Director, Kearney Chamber of Commerce
  • Carolyn Yatsook, Economic Development Director, City of Kearney
  • Other local leaders and representatives
We’re also inviting strategic partners, Chamber members, and local industries—hotels, restaurants, attractions, and retailers—to hear updates, share insights, and collaborate on how Kearney can best prepare for this historic event. Everyone is invited to the table. 
📅 Date/Time: First Wednesday of the month at 10:00AM
📍 Location: Kearney Chamber of Commerce
đŸ’ģ Virtual Option: see link below
Your perspective and participation are vital as we position Kearney to shine during the World Cup. We hope you’ll join us for this important conversation.
 
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7/3/2026
7/4/2026
Join us for the annual Smithville Fireworks Show, proudly sponsored by the City of Smithville and Clay County, with extra activities this year as we help celebrate America’s 250th birthday!
đŸŽļ This FREE event kicks off at Sailboat Cove (4619 Chapel Rd | Smithville) with a DJ from 12:00–4:00PM, featuring local community acts, family-friendly activities, food trucks, and more.
✨ More details coming soon!
🎸 Live band: 6:00–9:00 PM
🎆 Fireworks Show:
Fireworks will be launched from Smith’s Fork Park (1601 DD HWY | Smithville) from the north side of the spillway at dusk, approximately 9:15/9:30PM.
👀 Great viewing spots include:
• Smith’s Fork Park
• On the lake near the dam
• Smith’s Fork Campground
• Surrounding areas of the park
• Clay County Parks
🚗 Parking: Available throughout Smith’s Fork Park, Clay County Parks, and Sailboat Cove
â„šī¸ Important Notes:
• Park restrooms at Smith’s Fork Park will be closed due to annual vandalism
• Portable restrooms will be available throughout the park
• Rainout date: TBD – updates will be shared here
🎇 Bring your friends, family, lawn chairs, and patriotic spirit — we’ll see you under the stars!
Thank you to the committee planning this event:
-Clay County Parks
-City of Smithville | Smithville Parks & Recreation
-Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce
-Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce
-Kearney Parks & Recreation 

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