LAUGH

groups

Fun activities for those who have a shared interest.
*sorted alphabetically & there's a calendar at the bottom too. 

Baking & Cooking - Cookies with Dale Marie Story

Saturday / June 17 / 9:00am-Noon
Location: College Church - Dining Room
Leader: Denise Spotts
Registration Required

Sign up by June 13. There is limited space and a cost involved for this class. 

Baking & Cooking - Cheesecakes with Jerri Sapp

Saturday / August 5 / 9:00am-Noon
Location: College Church - Dining Room
Leader: Denise Spotts
Registration Required

Learn how to make cheesecakes with Jerri! Watch a demonstration and taste-test Jerri's delicious cheesecake. Sign up by August 1. There is limited space and a cost involved for this class.

BBQ Crawl

Saturday / May 27 / 6:00pm
Saturday / June 17 / 6:00pm
Saturday / July 8 / 6:00pm
Saturday / July 29 / 6:00pm
Saturday / August 12 / 6:00pm
Saturday / August 26 / 6:00pm
Location: Register in advance for location.
Target: Adults (College Age – Builders)
Leaders: Bob + Sharon Crew

Love BBQ? This is your group. We will explore different BBQ restaurants in the area. We will take the path less traveled looking for new spots that might become new favorites.

Biking & Belfonte

Tuesday / June 6 / 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: College Church - Garrett Entrance
Target: Bikers who enjoy going 10–12 mph for about an hour.
Leader: Denise Spotts

We begin at 6:30pm and bike for about 10–12 miles. About 2/3 of the way through the ride we will stop at the home of Dale and Susan Crook (12547 S. Hagan Lane) for some ice cream then continue back to church.

Biking & Breakfast

Saturdays / May 20,  June 24,  July 29,  August 12 / 9:00am – Noon
Location: College Church - Garrett Entrance
Target: Bikers who enjoy going about 10–12 mph for about an hour.
Leader: Denise Spotts

We begin at 9:00am to bike on the Indian Creek trail and then back to the church for a pancake breakfast. Donations accepted.

Boomers & Builders Branson Trip

Monday,  May 15 – Wednesday,  May 17
Target: Boomers and Builders
Leader: Pastor Michael Cork.

Contact Pastor Michael at mcork@collegechurch.com for details

Boomers & Builders Lunch with Staff

Thursday / April 13 / 11:30am
Thursday / May 25 / 11:30am
Location: College Church – Uphaus Worship Center Target: Boomers and Builders
Leader: Pastor Michael Cork

Bunco

Fridays / May 19,  June 23,  July 14,  August 18 / 7pm Location: College Church – V305
Target: All Adults
Leader: Denise Spotts
Cost: $3 plus bring a snack to share.

Corks & Friends Celebration

Thursday / May 21  / 5:00pm
Location: College Church – Main Worship Center
Target: Everyone welcome
Leader: Pastor Michael Cork

CREW KC River Market and Lunch Day

Saturday / May 13 / 10:00am – 1:00pm
Location: KC River Market Downtown

We will meet up at the KC River Market for a morning of hanging out and will eat lunch together at the River Market.
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CREW Chicken N Pickle Night

Saturday / May 27 / 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Chicken N Pickle – Overland Park

We will have a court reserved and everyone is welcome to join.

CREW First Friday at Crossroads Art District

Friday / June 2 / 2:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: Crossroads Art District

We will meet at the church and carpool together.

CREW Oceans of Fun Water Park Day

Saturday / June 24 / 10:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Oceans of Fun

Grab your swimming suit and join us at the water park for the day. We will meet at the church and carpool to the water park together. The cost is $29 a person. Lunch is not included.

CREW Downtown Coffee and Ice Cream Tour

Saturday/ July 1 / 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Messenger Coffee Downtown KC

We will meet together downtown for an evening of great coffee and ice cream. We will tour around to several different coffee and ice cream shops downtown and enjoy an evening together.

Cross Stitching - X Marks the Spot

Mondays / May 1, June 5, July 3, August 7  / 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Target: All skill levels welcome
Location: College Church - V304
Leader: Amy Bird

Bring your own project and a snack to share.

Gettin’ Crafty

Thursday / May 11 / 6:30pm
Location: College Church – V301
Target: All Adults
Leaders: Janelle Freeburg and JoAnn Degraffenreid

Cost involved. Register for more information by May 7 – Limited space.

Grillin’ and Chillin’ with the Click 6

Saturdays / May 6 &  May 20 / 5:00pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Home of the Clicks – 1390 S. Brentwood Dr., Olathe.
Leaders: Pastor Rob + Sarah Click
Sign up by May 3 and May 15

Join the Click family in their home for a fun evening of dinner with friends! Pastor Rob will provide the meat, you bring a side and a drink to share.

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Laugh a little, make some new friends, and find encouragement for all that life throws at you.
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Hasfit

Mondays / April 24 – August 21 / 6:30pm – 7:30pm Location: College Church – Uphaus
Target: All Adults
Leader: Denise Spotts

This website encourages strengthening by using small weights or the weight of your body. A variety of levels will be demonstrated, including how to do them in a chair. You will need a mat and a pair of small weights (1 to 3 lbs.)

Kickball for Adults

Tuesdays / May 9,  May 30 / 6:00pm
Saturdays / May 13,  May 20 / 2:00pm
Location: Havencroft Elementary
Target: All Adults
Leaders: Denise Spotts + Paula Rodgers

LAF (Lunch and Fellowship) Bunch

Tuesday / May 16 / 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Mom’s Kitchen – 520 Santa Fe, Olathe
Tuesday / June 20 / 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Ginger Sue’s – 14178 W. 119th, Olathe
Tuesday / July 11 / 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Johnny’s BBQ 1375 W. Old 56 HWY, Olathe
Tuesday / August 8 / 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Jasmine’s Pavilion Chinese – 15040 S. Blackbob Rd, Olathe
Leaders: Mary Davidson + Joan Fore

Learning the Art of Swedish Death Cleaning

Mondays / May 8 and May 15 / 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Location: College Church – V301
Target: All Adults
Leader: Jerri Sapp

Sign up by May 3 – Limited space Do you want to learn how to purge your home of unwanted items the RIGHT way and for the RIGHT reasons? Join us for both sessions.

Meet in the Park: Yard Games with the Donohos

Saturdays / May 6,  June 3,  July 1 / 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Location: Heritage Park, Olathe
Leaders: Pastor Kevin + Rachel Donoho

Pastor Kevin and Rachel are looking forward to hosting a group for a picnic at Heritage Park in Olathe. Bring food for your family and we will enjoy yard games in the park. Register for location.

Men – Just Some Men Eatin’ Pizza

Thursday / May 11 / 6:30pm
Minsky’s Pizza, 15983 Bradley Drive
Thursday / June 8 / 6:30pm
Old Chicago Pizza, 11969 S. Strang Line Road
Thursday / July 13 / 6:30pm
Spin Pizza, 14230 W. 119th Street
Target: Men of all ages
Sponsored by: Men’s Ministry
Cost involved for meal

Men – Mini Golf

Saturday / June 24 / 3:00pm
Location: Smiley’s Golf Complex
10195 Monticello Terrace, Lenexa
Target: Men of all ages
Sponsored by: Men’s Ministry
Cost: Approximately $12 per round

Men – Par-Tee Disc Golf

Saturdays / 2nd and 4th of each month
9:30am – 12:30pm / Weather Permitting
Location: Register for Location
Leader: Daniel Albertson

Men – Pizza and a “Man” Movie

Sunday / August 6 / 6:00pm
Location: 11526 Parkhill Street, Overland Park
Target: Men of all ages
Sponsored by: Men’s Ministry.
Cost: $5.
Sign up by August 4 – Limited space

Millennial X Cookout at Heritage Park

Saturday / July 22 / 4:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Heritage Park, Olathe
Target: Age 23 – 42
Leader: Becky Woods
Contact Becky Woods to RSVP: rewoods15@gmail.com / 785-580-6452

This event is a come and go event available for the whole family
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Millennial X Dinner with the Pastors

Thursday / August 17 / 6:00pm
Location: College Church – Dining Room
Target: Age 23 – 42
Leader: Becky Woods
Contact Becky Woods to RSVP: rewoods15@gmail.com / 785-580-6452

Millennial X Yard Game Night / Cookout

Saturday / June 10 / 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Home of Luke McCready
Target: Age 23 – 42
Leader: Becky Woods
Contact Becky Woods to RSVP: rewoods15@gmail.com / 785-580-6452

Painting with Ruthie Osa

Saturday / August 19 / 9:00am – Noon
Location: College Church – Dining Room
Target: Adults
Leader: Ruthie Osa
Cost: $12
Sign up by August 15 – Limited space

Pickleball - Level 2+

Thursdays / April 27 – August 24 / 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Saturdays/ June 3, July 1, August 5 / 9:00am – 12:00 pm
Location: College Church – Cunningham Family Life Center Gym
Target: Adults
Leader: Denise Spotts

These dates are for those comfortable playing the game of pickleball and understand the rules. Bring your own racquet.

Pickleball - Beginners / Low Impact

Saturdays / May 13,  July 8  / 9:00am – Noon
Location: College Church – Cunningham Family Life Center Gym
Target: Adults
Leader: Denise Spotts

These dates are set for beginners and those who enjoy a more relaxing game of pickleball. Some instruction of the game will be included. Racquets will be available.

Pickleball - Intermediate Only (Level 3+)

Saturdays / July 15,  August 26  / 9:00am – Noon
Location: College Church – Cunningham Family Life Center Gym
Target: Adults
Leader: Denise Spotts

These dates are set for those who enjoy a faster game of pickleball. Bring your own racquet.

Pickens’ Family Game Night

Sundays / June 4,  June 11,  July 16,  July 23,  July 30
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: 502 N. Pinon St. Olathe, Kansas 66061
Leaders: Pastor John + Naomi Pickens

Every week we will have a game (or games) to play. We will mix up and play together. The Pickens will provide some food and ask that everyone bring a side or dessert to share.

Sew What?

Saturdays / May 20,  June 3,  July 29,  August 12 / Noon – 4:00pm
Location: College Church – V301
Leader: Rachel McLane

Bringing together people who enjoy the common interest of sewing to work on their projects while enjoying the camaraderie of others. Bring your own project and necessary equipment.

Volleyball

Tuesdays / April 25 - August 22 / 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Location: College Church – Cunningham Family Life Center Gym
Target: Ages 16+
Leaders: Jenny Albertson + Kim Toburen

Come for the three hours or just for a while. Teams will be mixed and rotated throughout the night.

Women of Hope

2nd Tuesday of each month / 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Register for location
Target: Widows Leaders: Nancy Hill + Gina Jacobsma + Janet Simpson + Kathy Walter
Sponsored by: Women’s Ministry

Need fellowship and laughter with people who get it? Come to our group. Contact Kathy Walter with questions: kathy.walter@sbcglobal.net

Laugh Groups Calendar

Registration is required for many of the events in this group.
Where required, the forms are available by clicking in the event description.