Hays Support Group – Adult Domestic Violence
2026-03-11 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-03-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-03-25 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Options Hays Office, 2716 Plaza Ave, Hays, KS, 67601, United States
Join our domestic violence support group, a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, share, and uplift each other. Wednesdays at 5:30pm at our Hays Office, 2716 Plaza Ave. (Zoom is available). Childcare can be provided upon request. For more details, call our office at 785-625-4202.

Coffee & Conversation - Plainville
2026-03-12 09:30 - 10:30 | Plainville Memorial Library, 200 SW 1st St, Plainville, KS, 67663, United States
Start your day with us over coffee and meaningful conversation. Join Options leadership for a warm, welcoming morning where you’ll learn how we walk alongside individuals and families, support safety in our communities, and help people navigate some of life’s most difficult times.

Colby Support Group – Adult Domestic Violence
2026-03-17 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-03-24 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-03-31 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Options Colby Office, 1480 W 4th St, Colby, KS, 67701, United States
Join our domestic violence support group, a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, share, and uplift each other. Tuesdays at 5:30pm at our Colby Office, 1480 W 4th St. (Zoom is available). For more details, call our office at 785-625-4202.

Safe Bar Informational Meeting
2026-03-23 15:00 - 16:00 | LoKal, 109 W 7th Street, Hays
Join us for an informational meeting about Safe Bar, a community-based initiative focused on creating safer nightlife environments. This meeting is open to bar owners, managers, staff, and community members who are interested in learning how to recognize and respond to sexual harassment, assault, and other concerning behaviors in bar settings.
We will provide an overview of the Safe Bar program, discuss how participation benefits both businesses and patrons, and answer any questions about training and implementation. We hope you’ll join us in working together to make our community safer for everyone.

What Were You Wearing Exhibit at FHSU
2026-03-30 09:00 - 2026-04-03 17:00, 2026-04-06 09:00 - 17:00 | The Taylor Gallery, FHSU CATS Building, 600 Park St, Hays, KS, 67601, United States
Join us for the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit at Fort Hays State University. This powerful installation challenges common myths about sexual assault by displaying narratives from survivors alongside recreated outfits based on their experiences.
The exhibit is designed to spark conversation, increase awareness, and reinforce the message that clothing does not cause assault—perpetrators do. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend, reflect, and engage in meaningful dialogue about prevention and support.
Exhibit is open from 9am-5pm and an advocate will be on standby.

Hays Support Group – Adult Domestic Violence
2026-04-01 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-08 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Options Hays Office, 2716 Plaza Ave, Hays, KS, 67601, United States
Join our domestic violence support group, a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, share, and uplift each other. Wednesdays at 5:30 PM at our Hays Office, 2716 Plaza Ave. (Zoom is available). Childcare can be provided upon request. For more details, call our office at 785-625-4202.

What Were You Wearing exhibit at Plainville Memorial Library
2026-04-02 - 2026-04-28 | KS
Join us for the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit at the Plainville Memorial Library This powerful installation challenges common myths about sexual assault by displaying narratives from survivors alongside recreated outfits based on their experiences.
The exhibit is designed to spark conversation, increase awareness, and reinforce the message that clothing does not cause assault—perpetrators do. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend, reflect, and engage in meaningful dialogue about prevention and support.
Exhibit is open during library operating hours. Advocates are available 24/7 by calling 800-794-4624 or by texting HOPE to 847411.

What Were You Wearing exhibit at Stockton Public Library
2026-04-02 - 2026-04-28 | KS
Join us for the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit at the Stockton Public Library. This powerful installation challenges common myths about sexual assault by displaying narratives from survivors alongside recreated outfits based on their experiences.
The exhibit is designed to spark conversation, increase awareness, and reinforce the message that clothing does not cause assault—perpetrators do. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend, reflect, and engage in meaningful dialogue about prevention and support.
Exhibit is open during library operating hours. Advocates are available 24/7 by calling 800-794-4624 or by texting HOPE to 847411.

What Were You Wearing exhibit at Smith Center Library
2026-04-02 - 2026-04-30 | KS
Join us for the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit at the Smith Center Library This powerful installation challenges common myths about sexual assault by displaying narratives from survivors alongside recreated outfits based on their experiences.
The exhibit is designed to spark conversation, increase awareness, and reinforce the message that clothing does not cause assault—perpetrators do. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend, reflect, and engage in meaningful dialogue about prevention and support.
Exhibit is open during library operating hours. Advocates are available 24/7 by calling 800-794-4624 or by texting HOPE to 847411.

Chamber Coffee - Colby
2026-04-02 07:30 - 08:30 | Options Colby Office, 1480 W 4th St, Colby, KS, 67701, United States
Stop by our Colby office on Thursday, April 2, for a Chamber Coffee as we gather with community members over a cup. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. We’ll share about Options’ community services, discuss SAAM, and have an open conversation about how we can continue supporting the Colby community.

Office Closure – Good Friday Holiday
2026-04-03 | KS
Both our Colby and Hays offices are closed in observation of the holiday on Friday, April 3. Even when our offices are closed, Options advocates are always available to support you. If you need help, call our 24/7 helpline at 800-794-4624 or text HELP to 847411.

Office Closure – Easter Holiday
2026-04-06 | KS
Both our Colby and Hays offices are closed in observation of the holiday on Monday, April 6. Even when our offices are closed, Options advocates are always available to support you. If you need help, call our 24/7 helpline at 800-794-4624 or text HELP to 847411.

Surviving the I-70 Rapist: A Story of Strength and Healing
2026-04-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center, 600 Park St, Hays, KS, 67601, United States
Join us for “Surviving the I-70 Rapist: A Story of Strength and Healing” on April 6 at 7 PM in Beach-Schmidt Auditorium at FHSU.

Free and open to the public.

The speaker will share her powerful testimony of survival, her journey toward healing, and the institutions that supported her along the way. Her story speaks to resilience, courage, and the importance of a strong community response.
A panel discussion will follow, featuring local professionals from Options, HaysMed, the Hays Police Department, and the Ellis County Attorney’s Office, offering insight, education, and resources.

Can’t make it in person? Don’t worry, we will be livestreaming the event on our YouTube channel. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and subscribe to our YouTube page ahead of time so you don’t miss it:
https://www.youtube.com/@optionsdomesticandsexualvi5344

This event covers intense and sensitive topics. Advocates and resources will be available on site if you need support at any time.
We invite students and community members to attend with care, compassion, and an open heart.

What Were You Wearing exhibit at Phillipsburg City Library
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-28 | KS
Join us for the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit at the Phillipsburg City Library. This powerful installation challenges common myths about sexual assault by displaying narratives from survivors alongside recreated outfits based on their experiences.
The exhibit is designed to spark conversation, increase awareness, and reinforce the message that clothing does not cause assault—perpetrators do. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend, reflect, and engage in meaningful dialogue about prevention and support.
Exhibit is open during library operating hours. Advocates are available 24/7 by calling 800-794-4624 or by texting HOPE to 847411.

Colby Support Group – Adult Domestic Violence
2026-04-07 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Options Colby Office, 1480 W 4th St, Colby, KS, 67701, United States
Join our domestic violence support group, a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, share, and uplift each other. Tuesdays at 5:30 PM at our Colby Office, 1480 W 4th St. (Zoom is available). For more details, call our office at 785-625-4202.

WWYW Exhibit at CCC
2026-04-08 09:30 - 15:30 | Colby Community College, 1255 S Range Ave, Colby, KS, 67701, United States
Join us for the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit at Colby Community College. This powerful installation challenges common myths about sexual assault by displaying narratives from survivors alongside recreated outfits based on their experiences.
The exhibit is designed to spark conversation, increase awareness, and reinforce the message that clothing does not cause assault—perpetrators do. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend, reflect, and engage in meaningful dialogue about prevention and support.
Exhibit is open from 9:30am-3:30pm and an advocate will be on standby.

"Consent Matters" Game night with FHSU Res Life
2026-04-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Fort Hays State University, 600 Park St, Hays, KS, 67601, United States
Join us for mocktails, Kahoot trivia, and prizes! In a partnership with Res Life at FHSU, we are hosting a “consent matters” evening. This night will feature trivia surrounding consent and sexual assault awareness as well as a “healthy relationships” photobooth. Bring your friends – we’ll have plenty of snack!

What Were You Wearing exhibit at Oakley Public Library
2026-04-09 - 2026-04-30 | KS
Join us for the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit at the Oakley Public Library. This powerful installation challenges common myths about sexual assault by displaying narratives from survivors alongside recreated outfits based on their experiences.
The exhibit is designed to spark conversation, increase awareness, and reinforce the message that clothing does not cause assault—perpetrators do. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend, reflect, and engage in meaningful dialogue about prevention and support.
Exhibit is open during library operating hours. Advocates are available 24/7 by calling 800-794-4624 or by texting HOPE to 847411.

Red Flag Garden with Us 4 U
2026-04-15 12:00 - 14:30 | KS
🚩 Join us for the Red Flag Garden at FHSU! 🚩Stop by the Quad with Us 4 U to write a relationship red flag on a flag and plant it in our garden. Each flag represents a warning sign—and together, we’re creating a powerful visual to raise awareness and start conversations about healthy relationships.

Walk A Mile at FHSU
2026-04-16 12:00 - 17:00 | Fort Hays State University, 600 Park St, Hays, KS, 67601, United States
Walk A Mile focuses on gender-based violence. To make a public stand against it, men wear high heeled shoes to literally “walk a mile in her shoes.”
This awareness event is a great way to speak out against sexual violence during Sexual Violence Awareness Month!
Join us and the Interfraternity Council at FHSU in being a part of this important discussion.

Community Baby Shower
2026-04-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Hilton Garden Inn, 221 W 43rd St, Hays, KS, 67601, United States
Stop by the Options table and speak to an advocate during the Kansas Department of Children and Families Community Baby Shower. This event is open to expectant and new parents and provides access to community resources, educational opportunities, and information about available services. We’d love to see you there!
