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Name Tag for Chamber Members
1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025
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2025 Mayor's Tree Lighting Ornament
10/21/2025 - 12/31/2025
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2025 Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Program and Dinner
1/29/2026
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Events in the month of August 2025
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8/1/2025
Join us for a Chamber Coffee at BMO Bank


 

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8/1/2025

Rising country star Walker Montgomery returns to the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium — this time with his full band for an unforgettable night of country music!

Chosen as an "Artist to Watch" by Country Now, Music Mayhem Magazine, Sounds Like Nashville, and The Boot, Walker is quickly making a name for himself in today’s country scene. The son of John Michael Montgomery and nephew of Montgomery Gentry’s Eddie Montgomery, Walker is carving out his own legacy with hits like “She Don’t Know,” “Simple Town,” and “Bad Day to Be a Beer.” His signature honey-bourbon voice and heartfelt songwriting have earned him over 40 million streams and a growing national fanbase.

Walker made his Grand Ole Opry debut in 2023 and first visited the OMA as an acoustic opener — now he’s back and headlining with a full-throttle show you won’t want to miss!

Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Show Begins: 7:30 PM
All ages welcome

Event Fees: A convenience fee, a facility fee, and sales tax will be added to each ticket. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.


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8/2/2025

Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Tractor Supply from 8am-12pm.

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8/6/2025
Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Legacy Square 4-6pm

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8/8/2025
Join us for a Chamber Coffee Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline.


 

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8/8/2025
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8/9/2025

Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Tractor Supply from 8am-12pm.

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8/13/2025
Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Legacy Square 4-6pm

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8/15/2025
Join us for a Chamber Coffee to meet the New 2025 - 2026 Leadership Franklin County Class.


 

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8/16/2025

Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Tractor Supply from 8am-12pm.

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8/16/2025

Surfin’ USA – A Tribute to The Beach Boys
Saturday, August 16, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Ottawa Memorial Auditorium | Ottawa, KS

Take a trip back to the golden age of surf, sun, and harmony with Surfin’ USA, Kansas City’s premier tribute to The Beach Boys!

From the early surf-rock hits like “Fun, Fun, Fun” and “I Get Around,” to the lush, emotional arrangements of “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” and “God Only Knows,” this seven-piece band brings the spirit and sound of The Beach Boys to life on stage. With nearly 300 years of combined live performance experience — including members of the Kansas Music Hall of Fame — the musicians of Surfin’ USA are dedicated to delivering the rich harmonies, musical precision, and nostalgic joy that made The Beach Boys a worldwide sensation.

This show is more than a concert — it’s a full-blown rockin' beach party for fans of all ages. Grab your tickets, bring the family, and get ready to sing along to the soundtrack of summer!

Tickets: $25 + event fees | All Ages Show Convenience fees, facility fees, and sales tax will be added to each ticket. A Historic Preservation Fee helps support the care and maintenance of our 100+ year-old venue. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges unless the event is cancelled.


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8/19/2025

Join us in honoring Munsee ancestors and descendants who served in the American Military.

In-person and virtual options available!


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8/20/2025
Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Legacy Square 4-6pm

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8/21/2025
Join us for Music Bingo starting at 7 PM in the OMA basement! Doors open at 6:30 PM — and yes, it’s fun for ALL AGES!
We’ve got snacks, soft drinks, and bar drinks available for purchase, so come hungry and thirsty for a good time.

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8/22/2025
Join us for a Chamber Coffee for Spark Wheel. 


 

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8/22/2025
Large Indoor Book Sale held at 204 S Walnut St, to benefit the Friends of Ottawa Library. Friday night Aug. 22nd is member night, 5-8pm. You can become a FOL member that night!
Open to the Public: Saturday, Aug. 23rd 8-5pm and a bag sale from 3-5pm!  We will have tons of variety! Hardback books $1, paperbacks .50  Childrens, DVDs, games, book crafts and more!!

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8/23/2025

Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Tractor Supply from 8am-12pm.

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8/23/2025
Open to the Public: Saturday, Aug. 23rd 8-5pm and a bag sale from 3-5pm!  We will have tons of variety! Hardback books $1, paperbacks .50  Childrens, DVDs, games, book crafts and more!!

This book sale is for all ages!

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8/23/2025

Vinyl Revival: Deep Grooves + Classic Tunes
Step into a time machine of sound with Vinyl Revival, a high-energy tribute to the golden age of FM radio rock. Featuring hits from iconic artists like Little River Band, Boz Scaggs, Ambrosia, Hall & Oates, Elton John, David Bowie, Tears for Fears, ELO, and more, this six-piece band brings the analog era roaring back to life.

With lush harmonies, twin guitar solos, dynamic keyboards, and absolutely no backing tracks, every note is performed live — just like you remember. Vinyl Revival captures the soul of the ‘70s and ‘80s with unmatched precision and heart.

Hailing from the Kansas City area, the band’s members have opened for legendary acts including Eddie Money, Firefall, Atlanta Rhythm Section, Joe Bonamassa, and Peter Frampton. Their commitment to recreating the rich textures of vinyl-era rock ensures a concert that’s as nostalgic as it is electric.

Come sing along, reminisce, and join the revival.


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8/25/2025
Girls, Girls, Girls.  Elvis.  1 hour 46 minutes.

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8/25/2025
Pageturners Book Club meets the last Monday of the month at 7pm at Ottawa Library. We are always seeking new members, this is an adult program at Ottawa Library.
We read a variety of genres and enjoy informal conversation. Come and Check Us Out!

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8/26/2025
Come celebrate the 2024-2025 local student successes on Tuesday, August 26th! Parade beginning at 5:30 P.M. from City Park, this is an evening of celebration you don't want to miss!

We encourage you to enjoy an evening of shopping at our local businesses and free activities to follow! Let's fill downtown to celebrate our students and rally together for another amazing year! 

 

8/26/2025
The Fusion Business Expo, hosted by Ottawa University and the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce, is designed to welcome new and returning students, while showcasing what the Ottawa community has to offer for business and leisure activities. The event will be held at Legacy Square at 1st and Walnut Streets in downtown Ottawa. Shuttles will be offered to students who want to attend. Please join us for the BBQ dinner! Students, faculty and staff eat at no charge. Stop by for free handouts, and to sign up for the drawings at participating exhibitors’ booths, as well as see their businesses first hand. Come and enjoy the music, too!

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8/27/2025
Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Legacy Square 4-6pm

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8/29/2025
Join us for a Chamber Ribbon Cutting at Hope House to introduce the New Produce Stand!


 

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8/30/2025

Join the Ottawa Kansas Farmers Market at Tractor Supply from 8am-12pm.

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8/30/2025
Jim Winters Presents Classic Country Concerts at the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium! Join us for a Saturday Matinee at 3pm!

April 4, 2025 - The Girls Next Door
May 10, 2025 - Duets with Jill Warren
July 26, 2025 - Day of the Cowboy with 3 Trails West & Friends
August 30, 2025 - Delisa Dawn & Mike Arnett
September 27, 2025 - Jim's Birthday with Friends
November 11, 2025 - Thanksgiving Jamboree

Purchase tickets online at www.jimwintersmusic.com/concert
Single Show for $15 or all six shows for $75

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