We share how UFM opens doors for everyone to learn and teach, from health and wellness to AI, cooking, DIY, and veteran support. We highlight a leadership lecture that turns ideas into action and preview expansion into neighboring Kansas counties.

• UFM’s mission as an open community learning hub
• New health and wellness classes including Pilates and glucose stability
• Practical AI with ChatGPT prompting and automation
• Cooking and DIY offerings like Korean cuisine, sushi, and electrical basics
• Returning favorites including DnD, youth tennis, and piano by ear
• Veteran wellness program with $200 scholarship eligibility
• How to find the catalog, podcast, and sign-up info at tryufm.org
• Lou Douglas Lecture with Dr Kay Monk Morgan on leadership as action
• 2026 expansion through K-State Extension to nearby counties
• Invitation to teach, volunteer, or submit class ideas

Tryufm.org. Visit the website to explore fall classes and sign up
Email infotryufm.org to propose a class for Spring 2026
Tune in to our podcast on 91.9 at noon on Fridays

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We celebrate Manhattan’s Veterans Day with the biggest parade in Kansas, a salute to the National Guard and Reserve, and a free, accessible ceremony that welcomes everyone in person and online. From breakfast at the American Legion to mall exhibits and mounted color guard, the day blends pageantry with purpose.

• Parade details and route from mall to City Hall
• Focus on honoring National Guard and Reserve
• Free veteran breakfast hosted by Knights of Columbus
• Ceremony at 11 a.m. with senior Guard leader speaking
• Broadcast on KMAN, Facebook Live, and Cox Channel 3
• Mall exhibits with artifacts and local veterans’ stories
• Volunteers from E-9 Association and K-State historians
• Flags and dog tags for attendees and care facilities
• How to register, join meetings, and get involved

Our next meeting is going to be October 28th at 10 a.m., the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce
You can RSVP at chamber at manhattan.org

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We share how our 360 Life Center model turns a former store into a hub for emergency aid, street outreach, free clothing, meals, and community gatherings. We ask listeners to help us hit a modest auction goal that keeps rent, utilities, food, and medication assistance local.

• what a 360 life center is and why it differs from big-city salvation armies
• renovations that enable meals, more freezer space, and a larger case manager office
• free clothing closet, no-cook food, tents and sleeping bags for street outreach
• specific donation needs including brand-new underwear, baby clothes, men’s workwear, and winter coats
• Fork It Over online auction details and featured local restaurant items
• how every dollar stays local across Manhattan, Junction City, and parts of Wamego
• partnerships with Shepherd’s Crossing and Catholic Charities to close rent and utility gaps
• Angel Tree sign-ups and Junction City service coordination
• bell ringing timeline, volunteer needs, and how to get involved
• hours, address on Points Avenue, and direct phone number for the director

32auctions.com/360Life2025 — Help us reach $800 today

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