By Payton Tholstrup

Photo courtesy of CCCC’s FB page

Cloud County Community College (CCCC) is gearing up to celebrate its 60th birthday.

The college was founded in 1965 and serves 12 counties in North Central Kansas. The first campus was in Concordia, but services are provided at 28 other sites, including the Geary County Campus located in Junction City.

CCCC’s mission, according to their website, is to prepare students to lead successful lives and enhance the vitality of their communities.

The 60th Birthday Bash will be held on Thursday, August 21st from 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm at the Technical Education and Innovation Center, located at 120 E. College Drive in Concordia.

The event is free and offers something for the whole family. There will be bounce houses, yard games and music, pony rides, and food trucks. There will also be fun drinks, popcorn, cupcakes, and face painting.