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What's Ahead for 2024


With four new board members (introductions are below), we are happy to say that we can now looking forward to 2024!


Unfortunately, Don Bean will be resigning from the board this month. This leaves big shoes to fill but we are confident that we can push forward. And, we know Don will only be a phone call away if we need some help!


New executive officers will be elected at the April 8 board meeting and we will get back to you with the results.


We plan to hold our Annual Meeting & Election Party in May, so stay tuned for more information about it.


Please read about our new board members listed below and say "Hi" next time you see them at our events.


Thanks for your continued support!



Peace Love Blues,


WBS Board of Directors

Don Bean, President

Dr. Steve Kraskow

Stacie Thompson

Patti Parker, Secretary

Kent Overaker

Liz Webb

Janie Gleason-Osterhout

Andy Reheis


MEET OUR NEW BOARD MEMBERS

Dr. Steve Kraskow


"The WBS has been a gift to Wichita, another grass roots endeavor, and I would like to do my part to keep it vibrant."


I received a BA in Music & Cultural Anthropology ...

Kent Overaker


"I have a heartfelt passion to keep the blues alive and to promote the Wichita Blues Society in our community."


My background is rooted in entrepreneurship ...

Andy Reheis


"Working together with others for a common cause in a volunteer environment has been uniquely enjoyable and rewarding for me."


I was born and raised in Wichita and enlisted in the U.S. Navy ...

Stacie Thompson

"I have always done what I could to support local live music in Wichita, not only as a spectator and a fan. I am committed to contribute all I can to keep the blues alive in Wichita."



I was introduced to the blues music back in the mid 1990’s ...

Visit the calendar on our website for more local music!


Submit an event or gig to wbseventcalendar@gmail.com

Wichita Blues Society
P.O. Box 2303
Wichita, KS 67201
wichitabluessociety@gmail.com
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