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Director, Green Initiatives embodies the true nature of a seasoned industry vet. Multi-talented with more than 15 years dedicated to understanding the intricate nuances of the music business. A new leading voice for green initiatives in the Eco-industry, Jesse has positioned Sandstone as the "Green Standard" in the new global movement for environmentally conscious venues.

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Category: Press Releases

Concert Annoucement: Buzz Beach Ball

96.5 The Buzz and Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone announces Buzz Beach Ball featuring Blink-182, Weezer, Taking Back Sunday and many more.

Buzz Presale begins Wednesday June 24th at 10am and runs through Friday the 26th at 5pm. Presale is open to all Buzz Freeloaders and is password protected.

Tickets are on sale to the public begining Saturday June 27th at 10am.

See the Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone event calendar for more information.

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Concert Announcement: Yallapalooza 2009

Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone and Q104 announces Yallapalooza 2009, Saturday July 18, 2009. Featuring Pat Green, Jason Michale Carrol, Randy Houser, Jonathan Singleton & the Grove, Matt Stillwall and John Joiner Band. Tickets on sale Friday May 15th at 10am. Pre-sale is May 13th and 14th. Listen to Q104 for pre-sale password. Visit Ticketmaster, any Ticketmaster outlet, or call 1.800.745.3000. Visit the Cap Fed Park @ Sandstone event calendar for more information as it becomes available.


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Concert Announcement: Vans Warped Tour


Just announced! Vans Warped Tour at Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone Tuesday August 4, 2009. Ticket go on sale Saturday, April 18th at 10am. Tickets will be available through all Ticketmaster outlets, 1-800-745-3000, and www.ticketmaster.com. This is an all-ages show.

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Concert Announcement: Kid Rock and Lynyrd Skynyrd

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Just announced! 4th of July Celebration with Kid Rock and Lynyrd Skynyrd at Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone Saturday July 4, 2009. Ticket go on sale Saturday, April 11th at 10am. Fans can enjoy a fireworks display at the concert. Kids under 12 are free. A limited amount of 6 packs are available for $99. Tickets will be available through all Ticketmaster outlets, 1-800-745-3000, and www.ticketmaster.com. This is an all-ages show. Door time is set for 5:30pm.

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Concert Announcement: O.A.R.

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Just announced! The O.A.R. This Town Tour with special guest Brett Dennen is set to visit Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone Saturday June 6th, 2009. Ticket go on sale Friday, March 27th at 10am. Tickets will be available through all Ticketmaster outlets, 1-800-74-3000, and www.ticketmaster.com. This is an all-ages show. Door time is set for 6:30pm.

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Great American Barbecue Festival Expands to Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone

"Mardi Gras of Meat" Partners with Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone Amphitheater for 5th Anniversary

Bonner Springs, Kansas (February, 2009) – The Great American Barbecue Festival is announcing it's new location, to be held at The Wyandotte County Park at Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone in Bonner Springs, KS. As part of its long term strategy, the Barbecue Festival organizers have been looking for a new home to satisfy growth predictions based on expanded interest in competitive BBQ, and the need for a family friendly Memorial Day event for the Kansas City metro.

The Unified Government's Parks & Recreation Department Director, Gary Salva, who initiated negotiations for the event, says that this is an "incredible partnership", and is a "natural fit". Salva continues that "KC area families will be reintroduced and pleasantly surprised with the facilities at Wyandotte County Park".

Great American BBQ Executive Director, Tracy Satterfield shares that "We are excited to have a natural festival venue with so many world class amenities to grow into. With over 40 acres of festival grounds and parking, we are positioned for growth",

Kansas City Barbecue Society Executive Director, Carolyn Wells says "The Great American has grown into one of Kansas City's signature events. As one of the major players in competitive BBQ, we are excited to see the Great American's new partnership. Wyandotte County Park is a beautiful venue, and this will be a fantastic opportunity to show them both off".

The Unified Government and the Great American inked their preliminary agreement to host the BBQ festival on Memorial Day weekend, May 22nd through May 24th.

The Great American's fifth year anniversary expects to have 275 cooking teams vying for $73,000 in prize money. Other activities for the 50,000 expected attendees will include 18 hours of live music, the Fox 4 KidZone, Carnival, barbecue sauce sampling and judging, barbecue vendors from across the country, cooking seminars, competitive eating contests, and a host of family friendly events.

The Unified Government's Parks & Recreation Department and the Great American BBQ Festival will make a formal announcement regarding their partnership and long term vision, on Wednesday February 25th at 5:00 PM at Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone in front of the Mainstage. BBQ and beverages will available to all media members.

About the Great American Barbecue

The Great American Barbecue is a fundraiser for the 25-to-1 Fund, a 501 (c)(3) organization affiliated with the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation. Net proceeds from the event will go to Fox 4 Love Fund, Guadalupe Center, Boys and Girls Club of Wyandotte County, Kookers Kare, Wyandotte County Park Foundation, and St. Mary's Food Kitchen of Kansas city, KS..For more details and ticket information, go to: www.thinkbbq.com.

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Cap Fed Park Nationally Honored

When fans walk into Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone they are already part of a green movement just by attending a concert. Sandstone's vision is to create a place where the fan is at the center of an improved social, recreational and environmental space. In 2008, Sandstone was selected for the Best of Bonner Springs Award in the Stadiums Arenas & Athletic Fields category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA), because of the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

USLBA is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. USLBA's mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone takes pride in their many initiatives to make positive changes for our community and environment.

With the support of local businesses, the green team and the fans, our Green Initiatives were successful in 2008 and will continue for many seasons to come.

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Concert Announcement: The Killers

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It's the first concert announcement of the 2009 season at Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone - and it's a big one. The Killers come to Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone Saturday May 2nd, 2009. Tickets go on sale Saturday January 24th at 10am. Tickets will be available at www.ticketmaster.com.

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Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone Hosts 10th Annual DARE Festival

DareFestThe Bonner Springs Police Department and Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone, in cooperation with metropolitan area law enforcement agencies, are pleased to present the 10th Annual Kansas City Metropolitan area DARE Festival. Sandstone donated the use of their facility for a celebration of area student's decision to be drug and violence free. This is the 10th anniversary of the festival and it's the longest running bi-state DARE Festival. The festival was held Thursday May 8, 2008 from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. The event was open to all DARE students who have completed the DARE instruction during the 2007-2008 school year. Acts on the stage at the event consisted of Retro Bill serving as Master of Ceremonies, DARE student choirs from Kansas and Missouri schools, a host of dignitaries as well as local talent.
"DARE has become an annual event that the staff looks forward to hosting. The enthusiasm shown by the kids and the pride shown by their teachers and local officers confirmed the benefit of this valuable program," Kevin Pew, General Manager, Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone.

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IT’S CAPITOL FEDERAL PARK @ SANDSTONE

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EARTH DAY ~ APRIL 22, 2008, Kansas City, Ks – "It will be CAPITOL FEDERAL PARK at SANDSTONE. Capitol Federal is the new Title sponsor of Sandstone. Their financial commitment provides the opportunity to enhance Sandstone in creating an all new concert experience to meet the social conscious awareness and philosophy of the world today" remarked Chris Fritz, President, New West Presentations, who is running the revitalization of the former Sandstone, located in Bonner Springs, Kansas.

"Capitol Federal is proud to partner with Sandstone to provide not only a venue for entertainment for our community, but also an opportunity to foster awareness and education about Green Initiatives that will impact the local and global environment for years to come." remarked John Dicus, President and CEO of Capitol Federal.
The Unified Government ratified a two-year contract agreement in January and the Sandstone staff have been diligently making changes to create a space that offers "Green" opportunities that will improve the walkways, seating, stage plazas, Sandstone Club, concession areas and enhance the layout of the outdoor venue.
Sandstone's partners include businesses and organizations that actively support their Green Initiatives and include Bridging the Gap, Greenability Magazine, Budweiser, and Music Matters.
The outdoor entertainment venue opened in 1984 as the Sandstone Center for the Performing Arts and will kick off Sandstone Concerts in June. and will include: Mix 93's 13th Annual Red, White, & Boom, (6/28), Vans Warped Tour (7/2), 311 & Snoop Dog (7/10). Yallapalooza (7/11), O.A.R. (7/20), Mayhem Tour featuring Slipknot & Disturbed (7/22), Jack Johnson (8/15).

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Jack Johnson Show Announced

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Jack Johnson will perform at Sandstone Amphitheater on Friday August 15th, 2008. The Hawaiian-born musician, filmmaker and surfer announced the U.S. leg of his World Tour today. Tickets for the Sandstone Amphitheater show will go on sale Saturday March 15th at 10am through all Ticketmaster Outlets. Tickets will be $35-$45. Supporting acts for the August 15th date are Rogue Wave and Neil Halstead.

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Sandstone Launches New Website

addy1.jpgWelcome to the new website for Sandstone Amphitheater! We hope you find it fun, informative, and easy to use. There are a lot of big changes coming to Sandstone in 2008, and we'll use our website to help you keep track of them all. There is a lot here to explore, so go ahead and take a look around. Keep in mind that some portions of the site are still under construction. In the coming days, we'll post short virtual tours of each section of the new site, so be sure to check back often.

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