Women's Self-Defense Class - This Sunday

We’re partnering with the Johnson County Sheriff's Office to host a FREE, fun, and engaging Women’s Self-Defense Class!

• Date: Sunday, April 7th
• Time: 2pm-4pm
• Place: De Soto Community Center

The event is open to women and girls ages 14 and up and covers safety tips, awareness techniques, physical self-defense principles, and a Q&A session.

First Brush Site - Tomorrow

The City brush site WILL be open this Saturday, April 6th, from 8am-noon for the first time this season!

Although we previously announced a postponed opening day due to construction, contractors have completed their work ahead of schedule, so we’re back in action.

The site is open every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month until the fall, and it's an exclusive amenity for De Soto residents. Check out our Brush Site page for more info.

Summer Event Vendors

Vendor spots are available (for free) for our 2024 summer events!

List of Events:

• Friday, June 21st: Concert
• Thursday, July 4th: Independence Day Celebration
• Friday, July 19th: Concert
• Friday, August 16th: Concert
• Saturday, September 21st: Concert

Applications:

• 4th of July Celebration Application
• Summer Concert Series Application

Interactive Project Map

Curious about all the construction activity around town? Check out our newly upgraded Interactive Construction Projects Map!

It's your go-to guide for all current and upcoming projects, giving you "the dirt" on what's happening in De Soto.

Fowl & Poultry Permits

Thinking of adding some feathered friends to your family? Before you hatch any plans, remember that you'll need a Fowl Permit to keep chickens in town! 

Peep our Fowl Permit page for more info.

'Contain the Rain' Apps Open

Thinking about upgrading your landscaping this season?



If you install eco-friendly options like a rain barrel or rain garden, or plant native trees, you could be eligible for up to 50% reimbursement of materials and installation costs through the Johnson County ‘Contain the Rain’ program!

Visit containtherainjoco.com to learn more and apply for reimbursement.

Spring Painting Class

Spring into Creativity with our next painting class!

• When: April 15th
• Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
• Cost: $20 per participant
• Deadline: April 12th @ 4pm

Homeschoolers' Class - April

Spots are open for our April homeschoolers’ art class, themed 'Chinese Year of the Dragon!'

Students will use various art medias to create their own representations of a dragon.

• Dates: April 15th & 16th
• Time: 9:30 to 11:00 am
• Cost: $25.00 per child
• Ages: 7-11
• Deadline: April 12th @ 4pm

Blastball

Hey Batter, Batter! It's time to hit a home run with our Youth Blastball sign-ups for the upcoming summer season.

• For girls & boys ages 4-5
• Cost: $30
• Deadline: April 26th

Cookie Decorating Class

Dive into summer with our next cookie decorating class, where you'll create sun-sational designs on six summer-themed cookies!

• Date: May 20th
• Time: 6-7:30pm
• Cost: $20 per person
• What You Get: 6 cookies to decorate with step-by-step guidance
• Deadline: May 17th @ 4pm

This class is kid and adult friendly, so it’s a perfect event to do with your family! 

Swim Lessons

Swim lesson signups at the De Soto Aquatic Center are now open!

Whether you're a beginner or just looking to improve your strokes, our instructors can help you make a big splash in your swimming skills.

Cost is $40.

For girls & boys ages 4-5

Umpires Needed

Step to the Plate!

Join the action as an umpire for youth baseball and softball games. If you're 15 or older and love the sport, this is your chance to be a game-changer.

Ready to make the call? Apply now!

Walk-Up Interviews

We are offering one last chance to interview for Aquatic Center positions:

• Managers
• Lifeguards
• Swim Lesson Instructors
• Front Desk / Concessions

Walk-up Interview Date:

• Date: Sunday, April 14th
• Time: 3:30p-5:30p
• Location: De Soto Senior Center – 32905 W. 84^th Street

No appointment needed. Please bring a resume.

KDOT: K-10 Open House

Check out the Kansas Department of Transportation's Public Open House on Thursday, April 16th - right here in De Soto - to learn more about their K-10 Corridor Capacity Improvement Project. 

Visit KDOT's project page for more info.

For girls & boys ages 4-5

Future Voter Sticker Contest

The Johnson County Election Office invites elementary and middle school students to unleash their creativity by participating in the “Future Voter” sticker design contest.

This initiative aims to inspire Johnson County’s youth to actively explore and express the significance of civic responsibility through art.

Entries must be submitted by May 3rd. Official contest rules, entry and parental/guardian consent forms, and a design template can be found at jocoelection.org/contest.

& boys ages 4-