The Temple - Salina Innovation Foundation

04/26/2025

Thank you to our Spring Spruceup Temple volunteers, KWU Basketball players, Vivette Pullum Ashen-Brenner and Jim Deister We accomplished several projects today including painting our ADA Bathroom area and cleaning our kitchens. We are so appreciative!

04/23/2025

So proud of The Temple community!! Thank you Tim Unruh for taking the time with us. ❤️ Isaiah Marcotte Jonathan Carter Hess Jim Deister Tish Morrical Raiden Gonzales Shelby Hermosillo Debbie Harbin-Wagner Nathan Reiff Greg Stephens❤️

04/19/2025

Shout out to Temple board member James Bowden. You are doing incredible work to promote kernza. We are excited for you!

James will be on KSAL next Wednesday morning speaking about Kernza, Kernza Beer, and the Wes Jackson documentary premiere at Historic Stiefel Theatre in Salina, KS ”Prairie Prophecy” amongst other events with The Land Institute and KWU Community Resilience Hub.

A Minneapolis brew pub and event center is helping to save the world in its own way, by featuring the world’s first trademarked perennial grain in one of its beers.

https://www.ksal.com/beer-saves-the-world-at-the-farm/

04/09/2025

This is what it's all about - from one of our community members Smoky Hill Equality Coalition to another Vietnam Veterans of America - at The Temple! It's gestures like this that make a difference! Thank you ❤️

04/05/2025

We’re always so honored to share our spaces! Thank you Salina Regional Health Center for using our historical theatre to share your knowledge! Our community at The Temple appreciate your support.

04/02/2025

We are so appreciative of Brandee Robins Mayginnes and everything she does for us! Thank you for helping us along the way for the last 7 years! ❤️

💙 Our commitment to giving back to our community with Brandee Robins Mayginnes ~
I just completed my 7th year on The Temple - Salina Innovation Foundation board of directors. I joined as one of the original board members when the nonprofit, Salina Innovation Foundation, was formed. The Temple has always been an icon in downtown Salina. I love when history and architecture collide and was always curious about the mysterious 1927 building. Our mission is to preserve and repurpose it for community use. It serves as a resource center for co-working space, events, and more. Through grants and donations, we are working on a capital campaign to raise funds for The Big Lift. This project will address accessibility needs in the building including ADA bathrooms, new elevators, plus air conditioning in the theater. We held a Night at the Opera fundraiser in partnership with KWU Chorale and Choir on March 22. The event was an example of what our space was made for. The fundraiser was a success and we hope to make it an annual event!

04/01/2025

03/24/2025

🎭✨ Thank You for an Unforgettable Night at the Opera! ✨🎭

What an incredible evening! We’re still glowing from the magic of Night at the Opera at The Temple — and it’s all thanks to YOU! 💙

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and helped bring this event to life. From the stunning performances by David Corman and the Kansas Wesleyan University Chorale and Choir, to the exquisite meal prepared by Rachel Andre of Shroom-Mates — the night was truly something special.

To our amazing sponsors and all the hands behind the scenes — your support means the world and made this beautiful night possible.

We are so grateful for this community and can’t wait to bring you more unforgettable experiences at The Temple. Until next year!

03/22/2025

Tonight is the big night! A few details for those who have asked: Doors open at 5:30, with appetizers and bar. Salad will be at the table, and dinner is served at 6:30. Our performance begins at 7pm. Dress is as you like, gowns, slacks or business attire. Enjoy the performance! Thank you and we are looking forward to seeing our guests tonight!

03/19/2025

So excited and proud of Jonathan Carter Hess - congratulations!!

03/16/2025

Thank you to everyone who attended Ides of March Immersive Art Show and Film Ben Hur at The Temple. This was a fun, subversive night of art by Darren Morawitz and Tom Flemming, live original score played by Anna Pauscher Morawitz, Roman themed appetizers by Tammy Jo Jarvis, Film discussion bt Isaiah Marcotte and a special appearance by Cesar himself (John Epic - those legs!) Thank you to Salina Arts and Humanities for their support. ❤️

03/13/2025

Ready for -stop by and see us at booth 67!

03/12/2025

Support the Temple, and all the incredible nonprofits this Thursday, March 13th at Match Madness. 🍀

The Temple has a rich legacy in Salina Kansas. Join us in preserving and repurposing this historic landmark for Coworking, Unique Venue Space, Business, Perf...

02/26/2025

Match Madness donations will help us continue our work in the community forever. Your gifts go directly to our fund at GSCF, which grows and provides income we can count on ever year. Plus, your Match Madness gift will be matched up to 50% from a $300,000 “pot of gold.” These dollars will help us preserve The Temple for years to come! Greater Salina Community Foundation

02/25/2025

🎉 Big Congratulations to Jonathan Carter Hess on the Grand Opening of Gryphon’s Wing Records on March 22nd! 🎉

We’re thrilled to celebrate one of our amazing coworking community members, Jonathan Hess, on the opening of his brand-new record store, Gryphon's Wing Records! Located at 119 E Iron Ave.🎶📀

Jonathan’s passion for music and dedication to building a space for vinyl lovers and collectors is truly inspiring. His store is sure to be a gem for music enthusiasts in our community, offering a carefully curated selection of records and a welcoming vibe for all who walk through the doors.

We love seeing our coworking members pursue their dreams, and we’re so proud of Jonathan for making his vision a reality. Be sure to stop by Gryphon’s Wing Records to show your support, dig through some incredible vinyl, and celebrate this exciting new business!

Drop a 🎵 in the comments if you're as excited as we are! Congrats, Jonathan! 👏✨