Help Wanted
2nd Shift Ranger
SBEA is looking for a 2nd shift ranger. Please apply Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at 4226 S Gold. Permanent part time position, hours will vary depending on season. Summer hours are 2:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Wed. – Sun. Some benefits available. Must have a valid DR License, and able to lift 80 lbs. Please apply in person.
Lunker Catfish Tournament
May 20 & 21
Only SBEA members & their guests entered in the tournament will be allowed to fish. This is a fund raiser for SBEA to increase the population of perch and crappie.
Your chance to catch the “BIG” one and take 1st place has just gotten better. Grab your fishing poles and don’t worry about bait, our lake store can accommodate all your needs for this tournament. Once the fish for this tournament have been stocked in the lake there will be no fishing until the tournament starts at 8 a.m. on May 20. Only those that have paid to enter the tournament will be allowed to fish until the tournament is over. This is a 24-hour tournament; registration starts at 7 a.m. on May 20 and the tournament starts at 8 a.m. May 21 weigh in time is at 8 a.m. sharp; however, you may weigh in anytime during the tournament if you do not want to stay the whole time. You may pre-register at the lake store before May 20 or the day of the event. The lake will be stocked with “BIG” channel cat for this tournament. There will be 3 cash prizes for the three largest creel of 4 catfish; 1st place, ($250), 2nd place ($150) and 3rd place ($100) and then $100 if you want to enter the contest for largest catfish caught for an additional $5.00 entry fee. All rules of the lake must be followed with no gold fish allowed for bait and 2 poles per fisherman. No buddy system will be allowed, you must catch your own fish and they must be kept on your own stringer or in your own basket and kept in the water. Vehicles will be subject to inspection. Contestants will be supplied with an armband and rods used in the tournament will be tagged. Tournament ends promptly at 8 a.m. on May 21. If you do not present your fish by that time, you will be disqualified, so be sure to be on time. For your convenience the bait shop will be open until 10 p.m. on May 20. The lake will be closed for fishing to everyone who is not a contestant in the tournament. Camping will be allowed for those in the tournament on May 20.
Kid’s Fishing Day
Fun For Kids And A Chance To Win Prizes
June 10, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Bring the kids to come out and enjoy the lake and the thrill of catching a fish. We will stock the kids pond with fish especially for this day. Prizes will be given away that day for the kids. Free hotdog, chips and pop will be provided for participating kids. Concessions will also be available. This is a chance to see what a great facility you have at SBEA. The SBEA lake is located at 4226 S. Gold. Members can save 10% off all kids fishing items after the fishing event. Meet in front of the lake store at 9:00 a.m. or come out anytime from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
***Specifics of this event may change due to weather issues.***
SBEA Zoo Day
We Are Bringing Back Zoo Day!
Date Change
July 15, 9:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Ticket Vouchers Must Be Purchased In Advance
Join us for a day at the zoo. Ticket vouchers must be purchased no later than July 5, 9:00 a.m. and will be sold in all SBEA stores. Tickets for adults will be $9.00 (reg. price $18.62 + tax) and children (ages 3-11) for $7.00 (reg. $13.97 + tax) ages 2 and under get in free (must have a ticket). Please present ticket vouchers at the table set up in front of the zoo from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. to receive your tickets. The Sedgwick County Zoo is open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Member & their immediate family only. We will have drinks and a snack at the POET Gazebo from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Water Park Day
SBEA Day At Rock River Rapids
Saturday, August 5, 1900 E James St, Derby
Join SBEA in a day splashing, soaking, sliding and sunning yourself as you enjoy the lazy river, lap pool, zero-depth pool at Rock River Rapids. Tickets will be sold in advance in all SBEA stores and will only be good for SBEA Rock River Rapids Aug. 5, 2023. Pay $4.50 for adult and $4.00 for seniors (60+) & youth (3-17), children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult age 16 or older to enter facility. Tickets on sale in all SBEA stores, Rock River Rapids is open 12:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Regular prices are $10.00 for adult.
Are You Ready?
Designer Purse Bingo Night
August 11, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
SBEA Lake Recreation, 4226 S Gold
Designer Purse Bingo event. Friday, August 11, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Enjoy a fabulous night for a chance to win name-brand designer purses with 10 games of bingo. Tickets are $25.00 in advance and $40 at the door, which include admission, appetizers, and 20 game cards (2 per game). Buy your tickets in advance and be entered into a raffle to be given away at the end of the night. You may purchase 2 additional Bingo cards for each game upon arrival to the SBEA Designer Purse Bingo for, $3.00 per card, limit of 2 cards per game per member. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and games will begin at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will go on sale June 5 in all SBEA stores.
¨ One winner per game
¨ Bring your own adult beverages, if you would like!
¨ Must be 12 years old and older to play. Every person, regardless of age, must purchase the $25/$40ticket to enter.
¨ Infants and young children are not allowed.
¨ 50/50 cash pot will be available during the games and winner selected at the end.
¨ Michael Kors, Kate Spade, Coach and other Brands
4th of July Celebration
Lake Closed on the 4th of July!
The SBEA will not be doing a July 4th Celebration this year. We want to let our members know in advance, so they have time to plan their activities for July 4th, 2023. This was a very tough decision the Board and Staff had to make. After many long discussions they concluded that so many towns, housing districts etc. put on good events that has affected the attendance at our event. Between attendance and cost of the event it was no longer cost effective of the dues our members pay. We are always looking for new ideas and discounts for our members and would love to hear from our members on any suggestions. We are looking into maybe a fall event to do instead of the July 4th. Give us your feedback at steph@beatoday.com
Christmas Extravaganza Sale
Christmas Sale Update
You asked and we listened! We will be holding this year’s Christmas Extravaganza Sale on a different day and location. So, join us on October 28, for a 1 day only sale at the Machinist Union Building, 3830 S Meridian Ave, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Don’t worry; we will be back with more detailed information as soon as we work out all the details. Make sure you read your newsletters over the next few months to find out more on the sale.
Lunker Catfish Tournament – Aug. 26 & 27. Entry fee is $25.00 and $5.00 if you want to enter for the largest Catfish caught.
Sporting Clay Shoot – Oct. 16, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Watch for further details @ www.beatoday.com.
SBEA Fall Festival – Saturday Oct. 21, SBEA Lake. Watch for further details @ www.beatoday.com.
Craft Show – Nov. 11, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Kansas Extension Center. Free to shop, $40.00 a booth for members, $50.00 a booth for non-members. Booth sizes 8×10.
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Honor Your Loved One
Aerospace Veteran Memorial Pavers
Sponsored by Wichita Aerospace Companies
At the corner of Oliver and MacArthur, Spirit has a unique monument that honors individuals who have served in the service of country. Spirit has asked SBEA to start this program up again, so we are honored to relaunch the Aerospace Veteran Memorial Pavers.
You may purchase pavers at any SBEA store in either granite or brick, engraved with either standard messages or personal information honoring veterans. Order forms, including more information about the pavers, are available at all SBEA stores. To order, pick up a form and return the completed form to a SBEA store with your form of pay. Brick pavers are $35.00 and granite pavers are $80.00.
New Gift Card Policy
Notice of Change on Gift Cards – Effective October 1, 2022
While we are glad to bring a service to our members they like, we must also do things in the best interest for SBEA. The gift cards have gotten so big and so many that we must do something to bring the cost in line. Starting October 1, 2022 there will be some changes on how our gift cards are sold.
- There will be a limit on Walmart cards to $100 per deduction, per member as they are very popular, and we are limited on how many we get. Hopefully more of our members can have access to these cards.
- We will also limit our ordering to those that sell the best and not carry so many different cards.
- There will also no longer be any special orders or holding on gift cards. First come, first choice of the gift cards available.
As always, we work hard to bring great things for our members while keeping the SBEA growing and secure for the future. Thank you for your understanding.
Merchant Discounts
One of the most popular “perks” SBEA members have is access to discounts across the city. SBEA provides a listing of merchants willing to provide wonderful discounts as a service to our members that can be accessed online by visiting this page at https://beatoday.com/merchant-discounts/. Simply present your current SBEA membership card at the listed businesses. We continually look for additional discounts to offer our members.
Happy Birthday To You
To help you celebrate your special day, we would like to offer you 15% off 1 item on your purchase. Show us your driver’s license on your birthday and we will take 15% off 1 item from your purchase. The discount is only good for merchandise, clothing and tackle.
Do you have an idea that would make a great event for members and families? Please let us know by contacting Stephanie at steph@beatoday.com .
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Sign up today and stay tuned in with the latest news, updates and special offers delivered to your inbox. Once a month we will email you your Spirit/Boeing Today Newsletter. You’ll be the first to know about new merchant discounts, and special offers and we’ll also keep you up to date with social activities, news, happenings and other nifty stuff. No one likes spam, so if we mail out more than once a month, we promise to have a really good reason. Check out 3 ways we have for you to sign up, 1) visit our website at www.beatoday.com, 2) email Stephanie at steph@beatoday.com, 3) sign up at any SBEA store. For those that want a copy mailed to your home we will be glad to print it and mail it to your home, at a cost of $10.00 a year.