Radio Kansas and the Wichita Symphony Orchestra are filling your Friday nights in April with music! Since we can't attend the symphony in person, WSO will bring it to us on the radio or online, beginning with Beethoven's Fifth on … [Read more...] about Wichita Symphony Orchestra’s Symphony at Home Broadcast Series
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Sedgwick County Extension will offer Victory Garden 101 classes online
If you've always wanted to try your hand at gardening or if you'd just like to learn more, the Sedgwick County Extension will be offering gardening classes online for FREE! I'm super excited about this one. I'm definitely going to be … [Read more...] about Sedgwick County Extension will offer Victory Garden 101 classes online
Free 3-pack of greeting cards from Hallmark
While we have the huge blessing these days of being able to instantly communicate with practically anyone at any time, there's something special about sending a greeting card through the mail. It has a quality that can't be replaced by … [Read more...] about Free 3-pack of greeting cards from Hallmark
Krispy Kreme BOGO dozen on Saturdays
Saturdays just got a little sweeter. Krispy Kreme is helping bring a little joy, during these challenging times. Taking care of ourselves and each other has never been more important. The chain’s Be Sweet … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme BOGO dozen on Saturdays
Local organizations bring fun and educational activities online
Several local organizations in Wichita are making the best of a tough situation and holding spring break and other activities online! I love that people in our communities are making things like this happen. You guys are the … [Read more...] about Local organizations bring fun and educational activities online
Wichita Library cards available by phone
If you don't already have a Wichita Public Library card and would like one so you can take advantage of numerous library resources available online, the WPL is making it easy for you to get one. The Library announced on Saturday … [Read more...] about Wichita Library cards available by phone
USD259 and partners to offer free lunches for children
The Wichita Public School system will provide free lunches for children ages 0-18 regardless of their school district. No signup, eligibility, or registration is required; however, children much be present to receive the … [Read more...] about USD259 and partners to offer free lunches for children
Chick N Max adds $2 boxed meals to its new affordable Community Menu
Chick N Max in Wichita has introduced a special menu in response to current events. The new, more affordable Community Support Menu is available all day and includes several reduced-price selections, including a new $2 "Wichita Proud" boxed … [Read more...] about Chick N Max adds $2 boxed meals to its new affordable Community Menu
Where to Walk in Wichita
When the weather is warm, not much is cheaper or more relaxing than taking a walk outside. Thankfully, there are some really great walking trails in Wichita that ensure we never get bored with the scenery. Following is a list of a few … [Read more...] about Where to Walk in Wichita
Growing Growers Workshop
Are you starting a farm? Join Rebecca McMahon for the Growing Growers workshop in Wichita, KS. The workshop will cover what it takes to plan for success on your farm or future farm, including farm mapping, crop rotation, succession … [Read more...] about Growing Growers Workshop
Activities for kids & families at home (fun, free, and cheap)
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The ideas we originally compiled for spring break don't necessarily fit in a time like this! For example, an indoor play place is probably the least appealing option for a rainy day right now. And the zoo is closed so that won't help you on … [Read more...] about Activities for kids & families at home (fun, free, and cheap)
Kansas Garden Guide, Free to Download
Is this your year to plant a garden? The 80-page Kansas Garden Guide has what you need to know about growing vegetables and herbs in Kansas: soil, compost, seeding, watering, pest control, container gardening, season extension, harvesting, … [Read more...] about Kansas Garden Guide, Free to Download
Dillons is hiring
Grocery stores have had a lot of busy-ness to keep up with in the past few days, so it's no surprise to hear that Dillons is hiring now. (Kudos to all those folks who have been working hard to keep up with the demand from … [Read more...] about Dillons is hiring
Wichita Public Library offers eBooks and audiobooks online for free
The Wichita Public Library has offered free ebooks for years now, and recently expanded its offering to include free audiobooks as well. You will need a library card to use the service, along with an app that you download to your … [Read more...] about Wichita Public Library offers eBooks and audiobooks online for free
Free group exercise classes online from Wichita YMCAs
All Greater Wichita YMCA locations in Wichita are temporarily closed as of March 16, 2020, with the exception of Early Learning Centers and Spring Break Camps. However, the Y is making free group exercise classes available online for … [Read more...] about Free group exercise classes online from Wichita YMCAs
