Don't forget to stop by the Downtown branch of Landmark National Bank today and tomorrow from 9am-4pm! I had a chance to meet Jamie Lavin and he is an amazing artist and a super nice guy! Check out his bio:
“I am primarily a self-taught artist. I live near Kansas City, in Gardner, Kansas, with my wife and two daughters. My mission as an artist began as soon as I could hold a pencil. My parents owned an art gallery when I was growing up. My grandfather was also an illustrator and sign painter, and my father passed his skills on to me. I decided to enter the family business as a fine artist after my first child was born. It has become a limitless highway for me to explore, to carry out my work and make a living, and to be the parent I have always hoped to be.” 

Jamie was born in 1958 in Overland Park, Kansas. His father and his aunt schooled him in painting and drawing. He attended Rockhurst High School, where he gained experience throwing clay under Father Jim White and a summer scholarship under Ken Ferguson at the Kansas City Art Institute. He spent 20 years as a picture framer doing specialty works. Central Park Gallery former owners Jim & Brenda Miles gave Jamie his start, selling his first piece in September of 1993. After selling many paintings through their gallery, Jamie spread out regionally, his work handled in four other galleries and doing the Midwest art show circuit, winning four major awards. He is a grandfathered artist in the Symphony in the Flint Hills art show, winning best in show in 2008.

Commissions are a large part of Jamie’s business, working in both abstract and representational subjects. Many of his pieces are on his signature “tiles,” which are actually made of 8-ply cotton rag board, and supported by foam spacers to create a 3D effect. He works in both oil and acrylic, and often utilizes gold and silver leaf in his abstract work.

Contact: jamielavincontemporaryart@gmail.com 

The Dodge City Daily Globe has began their annual Medallion Hunt Here is the second clue: LITTLE HISTORY HERE TO BE TOLD.

RULES:
1. Anyone is eligible to participate in the Medallion Hunt except Dodge City Daily Globe employees and their immediate families or households.
2. The Medallion is located within a 5 mile radius of downtown Dodge City.
3. Destruction of property is not necessary and will not be allowed.
4. The Medallion is not buried and climbing will not be necessary.
5. The person finding the 2014 Medallion should present it in person to the Dodge City Daily Globe, 705 Second Ave, Dodge City, KS between 8 am & 5 pm Mon-Fri to claim prize.
6. Clues will be published in the Dodge City Daily Globe.
7. It is not necessary to subscribe or purchase the Dodge City Daily Globe to be eligible to win. Clues will be available at the Daily Globe office for viewing, Tuesday-Friday between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 9 am.
8. All decisions of the judges are final.

XTREME BULLS
Date: July 29, 2014
Time: 07:45 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $20-25
Location: Dodge City Roundup Rodeo Grounds

The PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour showcases the PRCA’s top bull riders and some of the rankest bulls the world has to offer; Xtreme Bulls bull riders include the top bull riders from the PRCA World Standings as well as contestants who advance through Xtreme Bulls qualifying events. 
 
In Xtreme Bulls events, every contestant competes in the first round, with the top performers advancing to the final round. The winner of the two-head average after the finalround earns the title for that Tour stop. 40 riders will compete for the buckle and the cash. 50 BULLS 50 RIDES ONE ARENA ONE NIGHT!!!! Money won on the PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour counts toward the PRCA World Standings for bull riding, which determine the qualifiers for the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, but it does not count toward the PRCA’s all-around standings.

The Dodge City Daily Globe will be doing their annual Medallion Hunt starting TODAY Monday, July 21st!!  Here is the first clue: A LITTLE SHADE WOULD BE NICE.

RULES:
1. Anyone is eligible to participate in the Medallion Hunt except Dodge City Daily Globe employees and their immediate families or households.
2. The Medallion is located within a 5 mile radius of downtown Dodge City.
3. Destruction of property is not necessary and will not be allowed.
4. The Medallion is not buried and climbing will not be necessary.
5. The person finding the 2014 Medallion should present it in person to the Dodge City Daily Globe, 705 Second Ave, Dodge City, KS between 8 am & 5 pm Mon-Fri to claim prize.
6. Clues will be published in the Dodge City Daily Globe.
7. It is not necessary to subscribe or purchase the Dodge City Daily Globe to be eligible to win. Clues will be available at the Daily Globe office for viewing, Tuesday-Friday between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 9 am.
8. All decisions of the judges are final.

Monday, July 28th at Dusk celebrate the 75th anniversary of the movie Dodge City!!! The CARNEGIE CENTER FOR THE ARTS will be hosting the event at Eisenhower Park. Join them for a fun, outdoor movie watching experience. This classic American Western is something the whole family will enjoy. You bring your family, friends, lawn chairs and blankets, we’ll bring the popcorn! No admission charge.

Sunday, July 27th at Dusk relive the magic of The Wizard of Oz with the CARNEGIE CENTER FOR THE ARTS at Eisenhower Park! 
Join them in celebrating the 75th anniversary of this wonderful, family friendly, and fun film. You bring your family, friends, lawn chairs and blankets, we’ll bring the popcorn! No admission charge

Back by popular demand this year during the Classic Car Show on August 2 from 10 am - 5 pm, will be a Freestyle Motocross Show presented by MONSTER ENERGY and Western Beverage Inc!!!! Three Xtreme motocross riders will be putting on 3-25 minute shows doing Back Flips, Superman seat grab, Nac-Nac, Cliff Hanger, and other famous FMX tricks, YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS IT. The shows will be at 11am, 1pm and 3pm (times subject to change). It’s just a lapel pin to get in to the park, so come down and enjoy the show. For more information or to enter a car, call the Chamber at 620-227-3119.

11am – PEPSI DOG DAY AFTERNOON

Wright Park

The 2014 Wacky Trike races, sponsored by Pepsi, are back and more competitive than ever - come and watch corporate teams race against each other on these crazy, zany adult sized trikes. See who will win bragging rights for the year to come. Pepsi will be serving up the hot dogs, chips, and Pepsi for only $1! There will be will food, fun and music sponsored by Q-97 and Z-98. Teams must register to compete. For more information contact the Chamber at 620-227-3119. 

It is that time again to sign up  for the SONIC MUTTON BUSTIN’ that runs July 30-August 3 at the Roundup Arena.
Return entry below to the SONIC DRIVE-IN to sign up for...
Mutton Bustin’ 2014
• The first 125 entries of boys and girls age 4-7 will be accepted.
Weight limit 60 lbs. We reserve the right to weigh entrants at
check-in.
• All entrants will receive a souvenir commemorating their ride
at the Dodge City Roundup PRCA Rodeo.
• Entry fee of $3.00 to be paid at the time of ticket
arrangements at Roundup Office.
Applicants must be 4 to 7 years of age not exceeding 60 lbs. and be accompanied by a parent/guardian. The Top 10 finalists from each evening’s preliminary event will ride that evening during the
PRCA Rodeo. Return to the Sonic Drive-In by, July 18, 2014 at noon.
dodgecityroundup.org.