News & N otes
Proud Animal Lovers Shelter
Proud Animal Lovers Shelter (PALS) is pleased to announce receipt of a grant totaling $9,957 from the Banfield Foundation. The grant will help pay for vaccines for community pets that are brought to their Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Clinics.
The pet owner is responsible for the spay/neuter surgery, but the vaccines have been provided at no extra charge.
During 2025, over 500 community dogs and cats received these vaccinations, with at least 400 of those belonging to low-income or senior citizen residents. These vaccinations are essential for keeping the animals healthy and safe. This grant will enable PALS to continue offering these vaccinations at no cost to pet owners at the Spay/Neuter Clinics.
At the Library
Below are the upcoming events at the Parsons Public Library.
Monday, Feb. 2: Story Hour for ages 7-10 at 4 p.m.; Line dancing for all ages at 5 p.m.; and Paint N’ Sip for all ages at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 3: Sensory Hour for ages birth to three at 10 a.m.; Veteran’s Benefit Assistance from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m; A Family Play Space Celebration will begin at 11 a.m; Anime Club for Teens begins at 4 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 4: Story Hour for ages 2-6 at 4 p.m.; Afternoon Story Hour for ages 2-6 at 4 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 5: Switch Freeplay for teens at 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6: 4 p.m., Let’s Cook! for teens. Regular Library Hours are Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; and closed on Sunday.
Bartlett Community Church
The Bartlett Community Church will host a Sunday Country Breakfast on Sunday, Feb.1. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30 a.m. The all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet menu will feature homemade sausage gravy served with biscuits, hash browns, scrambled eggs, egg casseroles, ham, sausage, fresh fruit, breakfast sweets, donuts, homemade cinnamon rolls, coffee, juice, and milk. Donations will be accepted to support the ministry and mission work of the church. The public is invited to attend.
Carryout will be available for those that do not want to dine in. The church is located at 712 Main on the south side of Bartlett. In case of severe weather conditions, you can call 620-4231789 or 620-778-4635 to check for cancellation.
PACF accepting grant applications
The Parsons Area Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications from eligible organizations, with applications open through Jan. 31.
The annual competitive grant program is designed to support organizations that are making a meaningful impact in Parsons and the 25-mile surrounding area. Schools, churches, government entities, and IRS recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofits may apply.
Eligible nonprofit organizations are encouraged to review application guidelines and submit proposals by the Jan. 31 deadline. Grant awards will be announced in April.
Application materials, eligibility requirements, and submission instructions are available at www.parsonsareacf.org/applyfor- a-grant.
For questions regarding the grant application process, contact Becky Dantic at [email protected] or 620-421-0723.
Red Cross Blood Drive
The Shared Faith Community at 1500 S. 29th in Parsons will host a Red Cross Blood Drive on Feb. 5, from noon to 6 p.m. and on Feb. 6, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Parsons Philanthropic Ediucation Organization, Chapter JE is sponsoring the drive, and will provide refreshments for donors. Previous drives they have sponsored have yielded an average of 78 pints of donated blood per drive. The red Cross is also offering a $20 e-gift card to donors. To sign up, visit redcrossblood.org.
Prairie Dog Alliance
The Prairie Dog Alliance will be hosting an educational meeting for citizens to discuss concerns and ask questions about the Deep Fission project on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Wall Family Center, located at 2605 Main St., in Parsons.
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