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Free Outdoor Concert at Friends University
The Senseney Music Community Band will perform in a free outdoor concert on the Rose Window Plaza at Friends University Sunday, April 29, 2012 at 5 p.m.
The concert is a fundraiser for Youth Horizons. A freewill offering will be taken during the concert, and proceeds from the sale of Schwann’s ice cream, which will be sold during the concert, will also benefit the non-profit organization.
Bring folding chairs or blankets so you’ll have someplace to sit. Reader Sherry B. says will be a great time!
Have you attended this concert before? Is there a trick to finding a good parking spot?
2012 Wichita River Trash Roundup
This is one Earth Day Freebie you get to give. Get your hands dirty this Earth Day by helping to keep our river clean. (Actually, you’ll wear gloves, so no manicures need be harmed by this activity!)
On Saturday, April 21, 2012, give a little of your time to make a big impact at the 2012 Wichita River Trash Roundup. Volunteers will meet at 9 a.m. in the southeast corner of the Lawrence-Dumont parking lot to receive gloves and trash bags. (I’ve also heard that there may be a free t-shirt.) Wear long pants and sturdy shoes that you won’t mind getting dirty. If you’re a canoer or kayaker, you’ll also get to spend a little time on the water.
Last year, volunteers picked up 2.57 tons of trash!
Find out more about the River Trash Roundup here: http://www.wichita.gov/CityOffices/Environmental/River/TrashRoundup.htm
Pet Food Donations Needed in Wichita
I just received notice that the Sedgwick County Animal Response Team (SCART) is seeking unopened, unexpired pet food and cat litter donations for the victims of the recent tornado. I know that a lot of Wichita on the Cheap readers are good couponers, and may have a stockpile to supply some of the needed items.
Drop off your donations at the Skaer Veterinary Clinic at 404 S. Edgemoor in Wichita.
If you’d like to purchase some pet products, I’ve listed some of the pet-related printable coupons that are currently available from the major coupon providers:
- $1.00 off when you buy any SIX cans of Mighty Dog® brand dog food
- Save $3.00 on any Hill’s® Science Diet® Light bag, (12) Light cans, OR (2) bags of Light treats.
- SAVE $3.00 off any size bag of World’s Best Cat Litter™ Clumping Formulas and/or print a rebate for a free bag: http://worldsbesttrial.com/
- $3.00 off any bag of AvoDerm dry dog food
- $1.50 off ten (10) cans of ALPO Dog Food
- $1.25 off 1 bag of Milo’s Kitchen dog treats (Milo’s should be around $1.04 at Target, according to the Diva.)
I asked the Deal Detecting Diva if she could provide matchups for our area. (You match the coupon with a sale to get an even better price.) Here are some of the deals she came up with:
At Leekers/Checkers
- Tidy Cats 20lb is on sale for $3.79. Use the $1 off 1 coupon from the 1/29 RedPlum insert. Final price should be $2.79. (You can also price-match at Walmart.)
- ALPO should be 69¢ per can when you buy 10 cans and use the printable $1.50 off ten (10) cans of ALPO Dog Food.At
Homeland:
- Whisker Lickin’s Cat Treats is on sale for $1.00. Use the $1 off 1 coupon in the 1/29 RedPlum insert. Final price should be FREE.
- Tidy Cats Litter 20lb is on sale for $5.99. Use the -$1 off 1 coupon from the 1/29 RedPlum insert. Final price should be $3.99.
- ALPO should be 69¢ per can when you buy 10 and use the printable $1.50 off ten (10) cans of ALPO Dog Food.
At Petco:
- Coupon for FREE 3 oz. pouch of Natural Balance Cat Food
- Coupon for free 2.75 oz. roll of Natural Balance Dog Food
Also, note that the Humane Society is offering shelter to pets of the people who were affected by the recent storms, but stray animals should be brought to the Wichita Animal Shelter so their owners can find them.
(Sedgwick County, Kan.) – The Sedgwick County Animal Response Team (SCART) is seeking unopened, unexpired pet food and cat litter donations for the victims of the recent tornado. Donations may be taken to the Skaer Veterinary Clinic at 404 S. Edgemoor and Sedgwick County Animal Control will coordinate pick up.
The pet food and other items will be available at the Oaklawn Community Center, 2937 E. Oaklawn Dr. each day at 1 p.m. for one hour.
The Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N. Hillside, Wichita is still waiving any sheltering costs to house pets of owners affected by the storms who may need boarding assistance. As well, any stray pets or animals found in the Oaklawn area are being transported to the city of Wichita Animal Shelter, 3303 N. Hillside, Wichita. Residents trying to find their pets should contact Wichita Animal Control at 350-3360.
Annual Downtown Pancake and Sausage Feed Fundraiser
Fill your plate for $5 at the Wichita Downtown Lion’s Club 54th Annual Pancake and Sausage Day at Century II. This year, proceeds from the Lion’s Club fundraiser will support the YMCA Strong Kids program and other charities.
If you can’t make it for breakfast, no problem; this pancake feed goes all day on Thursday, April 19, 2012, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and features more than 50 entertainers throughout the day.
You can pick up tickets in advance at the Central YMCA front desk, or purchase them at the door on Thursday. If you’d like to purchase tickets for your whole office or group, you can call Cat Palmer at 871-3574.
Date: Thursday, April 19, 2012
Time: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Century II Exhibition Hall, 225 W. Douglas
Cost: $5 per person, all you can eat pancakes
All Star Sports/All Star Adventures Easter Egg Hunts
All Star Sports in west Wichita will have two Easter Egg Hunts on Saturday, April 7. The egg hunts will begin at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Your $3 donation per child will benefit the March of Dimes. (I think this is Bring-Your-Own-Basket.)
They’ll also have a raffle with prizes and special pricing for unlimited mini-golf, go-karts, climbing wall, bumper boats, and laser tag. Find out more at AllStarWichita.com.
UPDATE:
All Star Adventures in east Wichita will also have Easter Egg Hunts. These hunts will be on Sunday, April 8, at 2 p.m. A $3 donation to benefit FortheLoveofChance is requested in order to participate. Bring your own basket and arrive early because space is limited.
Prizes and special pricing will be available here too. See AllStarWichita.com for more information.
Free Prom Dresses at Gown Town 2012 This Weekend
Friday, March 9 and Saturday, March 10, high school students with valid school ID will have an opportunity to shop for prom free. A variety of local businesses and organizations, including B98 FM and In The Bag cleaners, have sponsored the Gown Town event in Wichita again this year.
Gently used formal wear and accessories will be available to young men and women at no cost. They’ll even have on-site alterations! The event will be held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Friends University Casado Campus Center.
There’s still time to donate prom dresses, suits, accessories, and other items for Gown Town.
If you would like to donate flowers, dinners or other prom-related items, email tracy@b98fm.com or kathy@b98fm.com To donate prom dresses or suits, drop them off at any In The Bag location.
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