Event Information
Discover CSSA 2024 Events and Activities!
Discover the pulse of CSSA 2024 with our dynamic lineup of events and activities! Explore the options below and get ready for an unforgettable experience at CSSA 2024!
Arab Shrine
We invite you to explore and connect with the Arab Shrine during this event, and discover what makes it an integral and cherished part of our Shriner family. In knowing them better, we enrich our collective understanding, broaden our horizons, and strengthen the bonds that unite us all.
PLANNING TEAM
Meet the planning team, who have been working hard to create a memorable and smooth experience for everyone.
CSSA
The Central States Shrine Association (CSSA) is the governing body that coordinates the efforts and collaboration of Shrine temples across the central states.
MARKETPLACE
Explore the marketplace during the event, featuring a diverse array of unique goods, crafts, and services that reflect the culture and values of the Shriner community.
CSSA GOLF
The CSSA Golf Tournament will be on Thursday, August 29th at Cypress Ridge Golf Course.
CLOWNS
We’re looking forward to Clown’n in the Heartland for CSSCA 2024 and hope to see everyone there.
CSSA PARADE
Don't miss the CSSA Parade, a highlight of the gathering, where Shriner units come together to celebrate unity, tradition, and community spirit.
PARKING LOT PARTY & PUB CRAWL
Join us for the party in the parking lot. Brews, Wine, Food & Fun with your fellow CSSA Shriners.
PAST POTENTATE'S RECEPTION
Arab Shrine Past Potentates would be honored to have Past Potentates and their ladies attend our Past Potentate's Reception.
CSSA MOTOR CORPS
CSSA 2024 Motor Corps Competition and Banquet Registration.
LADIES LUNCHEON
Joint us at the Ladies Luncheon on August 29. Luncheon features a Purse Raffle.
Ceremonial Session
Aug 28th - Sep 1st 2024
Planning Team
Meet the planning team, who have been working hard to create a memorable and smooth experience for everyone.
Alexander Parker
CSSA 2024 President
(785) 249-0860
alexander.parker1sg@gmail.com
David Johnson
Arab Shrine 2024
(816) 261-4935
sertomapres2014@gmail.com
Tom Rigg
Director General
(785) 221-8904
t.rigg@sbcglobal.net
Keith Bricker
Housing Chair
(785) 383-1304
bcampn@cox.net
Mark Varble
Director General
(785) 550-5684
markvarble@gmail.com
CSSA 2024 Marketplace
There are booths featuring local artists and vendors highlighting the best Topeka has to offer in casual fun shopping. There are also a number of quality vendors from around the country. The Marketplace is located in the EMERALD BALLROOM in the Hotel Topeka City Center.
Hours:
Thursday: August 29, Friday, August 30 & Saturday, August 31 – 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
VENDORS
Just Nuts – 1
One Stop Embroidery – 2, 3, 4
Wildfire Metal – 5
Scentsy – 6
Color Street Nails – 7
Unique Fashions – 8, 9, 10, 11
Wind Spinners – 12
Wreaths – 13
Dragonfly Kisses – 14
DTurin – 15, 16
CB Honey – 17
Sunflower Masonic Lodge #86 – 18
AW Wood Fez – 19, 20
Be Safe Girl – 21
Mary Kay – 22
Linked Jewelry – 23
Hodge Podge Sweets and Treats – 24
Shriners Store – 25, 26
Whaynes Herbs – 27
TMarra – 28, 29, 30
Poppin Squeeze – Coat Closet
HALLWAY:
A Better Day for You
Mayetta Lodge #393
Pat’s Pins
Emporia Shirt Girl
Quilt/Clown Picture
HALLWAY, Continued
First Lady Jewelery
Dietetcis & Nutrition KU Medication Center
Wellness Information and Screen
Trailer Raffle Tickets
Paintings/Handmade Leather Jewelry
PARKING LOT PARTY / PUB CRAWL
PARADE
Saturday August 31st
PARADE LINE UP – 8:00AM Downtown Topeka
PARADE STEP OFF – 9:30AM
AFTER GLOW – 11:30AM – 12:30PM – Arab Shrine Temple
CLOWNS
PAST POTENTATE’S RECEPTION
LADIES LUNCHEON
