Welcome to the latest issue of the Merriam Historic Plaza & Visitors Bureau e-news.  This online tourism resource provides helpful information including upcoming events, tourism industry announcements,
promotions and updates from Merriam and the 
regional metropolitan area.

Merriam...Just Right!

 Join the Merriam Parks, Recreation and Community
Center Foundation on Saturday, March 3, 2007 for an evening of great food and music by "The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra." This 20-piece orchestra and vocalists are sure to provide you with a memorable evening. You'll hear all the hits reminiscent of the great stage bands such as Tommy Dorsey, Glenn Miller, Harry James, and Benny Goodman. Dance to favorites such as "In The Mood," "Moonlight Serenade," "The Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy from Company B," or just sit back and enjoy the music. 

Reserved seat tickets go on sale Thursday, February 1 at the Irene B. French Community Center, 5701 Merriam Drive or call (913) 322-5550 and reserve your tickets with a credit card.  Don't wait...seating is limited and this event will be a sellout!  For ticket pricing and event details, click here.

The completely redesigned 2007 Merriam Visitors Guide will be availalbe to visitors in mid to late February.  This annual travel resource includes information about the all-new Historic Plaza, lodging options, shopping, dining, restaurants, a color coded map, plus so much more!

To order your FREE copy or request a stack to distribute from your location, please email or call the Visitors Bureau office at 913-403-8999.

 The Kansas Tourism Initiative (KTI) announced on Monday, January 22, 2007 the launch of the organization's website, www.TheKTI.net.  The website is designed to serve as an informational resource tool for members of the Kansas tourism industry, in addition to providing key updates on the progress and growth of this new industry initiative.

Created and operating under the direction of the Tourism Industry Association of Kansas (TIAK), the Kansas Tourism Initiative will serve as the driving force behind developing and promoting the tourism industry in Kansas on all levels.

More on KTI...

Spring is just around the corner and so is the annual Turkey Creek Festival to be held Saturday, May 19 at Antioch Park.

This family-fun festival includes activities such as a 5K run/walk, pancake breakfast, parade, arts and crafts vendors, food, music and entertaiment, children's petting zoo and activities, plus much more!

The parade committee has already begun preparations to coordinate the festival's parade route.  Citizens, elected officials, businesses, military and school groups, performers and non-profit groups are invited to participate in the parade.

Parade applications can be requested from the Merriam Visitors Bureau at 913-403-8999 and will also be available online soon.

 Here Comes the Bride...

The Hampton Inn & Suites of Merriam, Kansas offers the discounted rate of $69.00+ taxes for 10 or more rooms consumed between November 1 - March 31, 2007.  With 20+ paid reservations, a COMPLIMENTARY SUITE for the Bride and Groom will be offered.

Coupon issued through the Merriam Visitors Bureau and the Hampton Inn & Suites. Based on availability. Contact Cheri Chandler at 913-722-0800 to book your wedding reservations today!

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