Panera Bread coffee subscription – get 3 months free
I can’t think of a better subscription idea than coffee. What used to be the territory of newspapers and magazines is now a hot trend in other products. Everyone seems to have a subscription offer these days. You can subscribe to streaming t.v. with Hulu, music with Spotify, books with Kindle Unlimited, stuff for your […]
Groupon for Wichita Eagle Sunday paper or digital edition!
There’s a Groupon right now for a subscription to the Wichita Eagle. This will save you so much money on the paper. Especially if you use the promo code that’s available right now. There are four options you can choose from, but one is better than all the others! Get the Sunday paper delivered to […]
FREE Chick-fil-A on Cow Appreciation Day!
Cow Appreciation Day, an annual July event that brings free food and cow silliness, is on its way. Everyone appreciates FREE food, even if it requires a little “moo”-tivation to get it. On Cow Appreciation Day, visit any participating location dressed as a cow (Longhorn, Dairy, Hereford…it’s your choice) and receive a FREE entrée. (Mobile orders are not eligible.) Choose from […]
Canceled: Cowtown’s 70th Birthday adults only event
The virus strikes again – this event has been canceled. 🙁 I saw the announcement on Twitter on July 9: For the health and safety of our community, we are cancelling Cowtown's 70th Birthday on July 11 and National Day of the Cowboy on July 25. We are sorry for any inconvenience. — Old Cowtown […]
Farm to Fork Tour
The 5th annual Farm to Fork tour in Butler County is scheduled for July 9, with some very exciting changes for families who want to participate. In previous years, the Farm to Fork tour consisted of hopping on a tour bus to see local farms in action, and enjoying a delicious chef-prepared lunch full of […]
Taco Bell deal: 24 Days of Cravings for the holidays
Do hear the bells? Taco Bell is ringing in the holidays with new deals, thanks to its 24 Days of Cravings. Taco Bell Rewards members will find a new daily deal to unwrap in the app — from Nov. 30 to Dec. 23. Each day, members can check the app for a new offer or discount. […]
Kansas Road Trip: Chase State Fishing Lake and Waterfalls
This was one of the most spectacular things I’ve seen in Kansas. Deep in the Kansas Flint Hills – but not very far from Wichita – you can visit Chase State Fishing Lake and see the waterfalls. Important Kansas disclaimer: Waterfalls in Kansas don’t flow if we haven’t had enough rain. Your trip might […]
Paddle-Pa-Looza at Santa Fe Lake
Bodywork Physical Therapy & Concussion Center will host a standup paddle board (SUP)/kayaking event at Santa Fe Lake one Sunday evening in July. According to the event description, this will be an opportunity to learn in a safe environment. You can choose from standup paddleboard, kayak, or tandem kayak. The event cost is $30 per […]
Kids and Family Events Calendar
We love raising a family in Wichita – it’s such a kid-friendly place. In fact, there are so many things for kids to do it can be a challenge keeping track of them all. In an effort to make it easier on us and other parents in the area, we’re separating out our Wichita events […]
State Park Passport: save on Kansas State Parks when you renew your tags
Save on Kansas State Parks Annual Vehicle Pass When You Renew Your Tags When you renew your tags in Kansas this year, you’ll have an extra option: You can get a big discount on the Kansas State Parks annual vehicle pass during the registration process. The permit – called a Kansas State Parks Passport – […]
Kansas Road Trip: Maxwell Wildlife Refuge and McPherson State Fishing Lake
About an hour north of Wichita, the buffalo roam (bison, really – and elk too) at the Maxwell Wildlife Refuge. It shares a boundary with McPherson State Fishing Lake, so this is a great two-for-one family road trip! 🙂 Check out our video that has a few of the bajillion pictures and videos we took […]
Free week of summer camp – scholarships available from Wichita Park & Recreation
The City of Wichita Department of Park and Recreation has announced they have a limited number of summer camp scholarships available for 2020! There are two types of scholarship available. One is need-based, but the other is open to anyone for one week of summer camp for FREE. The free week is even good for […]
June Final Friday at Garvey Center
Garvey Center gets to host Final Friday again this month, with art, music, food, drink, and plenty of space for everyone to stay safe. The event is Friday, June 26, from 6-9 p.m. Here are their plans for this month’s Final Friday at Garvey Center: “We are SO excited to have Final Friday back at […]
Garth Brooks live-stream concert at Starlite Drive-In, $100 per carload
On June 27, 2020 Garth Brooks is set to perform a concert that will be live-streamed to 300 drive-in theaters across the country. This is a one-night only event, and it’s coming to Wichita’s own Starlite Drive-In Theater. The concert will be the largest ever one-night show to play at outdoor theaters across the United […]
FREE at the Kansas State Fairgrounds: Pollinator Party on June 23
This month, you can dine on fair food and celebrate National Pollinator Week at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. This will be a FREE family-friendly event with educational activities, free sunflowers and posters, fair food trucks, and more fun. Here’s the press release they sent out about the party! Kansas State Fair to have ‘Pollinator […]
Virtual fishing contest with Wichita Park & Recreation
Wichita Park and Recreation will be hosting a virtual fishing contest this Saturday, June 20, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. You can participate from wherever you are fishing and have a chance to win prizes! The categories for entry are pretty fun: Biggest Fish Ugliest Fish Best-Dressed Angler Siblings Parent/Child Duo Prize winners […]
Businesses reopening in Wichita, KS
We’re seeing more and more announcements about businesses reopening in Wichita. Most have modified operations somewhat – especially in terms of sanitation procedures and ensuring customers can maintain social distancing. Some places of business are requesting or requiring that customers wear masks. You don’t need a medical grade mask. I made a super simple one […]
Registration is open for Wichita Park and Rec esports leagues
Registration is open for esports leagues with Wichita Park and Recreation, which begin June 23. Registration ends on June 21. The recreation department has leagues for several different video games. The fee for each six-week league is only $10, and it’s a great way to enjoy a little competition from the comfort of your own […]
Groupon for the Kansas Aviation Museum
The Kansas Aviation Museum is currently running a Groupon that makes for a great deal on admission. Groupon for single-day admission for one, two, or four; OR membership to Kansas Aviation Museum The museum will open to the public starting Wednesday, July 8th, so you can purchase this Groupon now and use it when it […]
Groupon for mini-golf at Field Station: Dinosaurs
Field Station: Dinosaurs in Derby, KS has a Groupon right now for its Jurassic Mini Golf. This would be a fun thing to do this summer with the kids, or might even make a good inexpensive date night! Groupon for mini golf for one, two, or four players at Field Station Dinosaurs At Jurassic Golf, […]
$10 kids cuts from JCPenney Salon for back-to-school
JCPenney Salon is offering its back-to-school kids haircut coupon again this year. The Kids Cuts are just $10 with a designer or senior designer at JCPenney or The Salon by InStyle while appointments last when you present the coupon. The offer is valid for kids in grades K-6. The coupon is good until September 15 […]
Free pet food giveaway from KHS
Another pet food giveaway is being organized by the Kansas Humane Society (KHS) for June 5 and June 7, 2020. Hill’s Pet Nutrition has donated food for this giveaway. If you find yourself in need of food for your pet, you can take advantage of the free pet food giveaway at KHS. KHS will have […]
Krispy Kreme National Doughnut Day is a week long!
Krispy Kreme is hosting a very “hole-y” week for donut lovers. The delicious doughnut chain is extending National Doughnut Day into National Doughnut Week — from June 1 to 5. During the sweet week, customers can pick up a FREE doughnut of their choice at participating locations (including the drive-thru.) No purchase necessary. This year, not only can donut lovers […]
Free ice cream at Papa’s General Store on May 23
Papa’s General Store is teaming up with the Dragonmaster Foundation to raise funds for cancer research on May 23. As part of this effort, Papa’s is offering FREE ice cream and giving you an opportunity to donate to the cause. Papa’s is a new place in Clifton Square that sells ice cream and novelties, coffee, […]
Spring Creek Nature Trail at Cheney Reservoir
My family and I recently discovered an awesome nature trail at Cheney Lake. I couldn’t wait to tell you about it and show you all the pictures and video clips I took while we were there. Notice from the KWPT website: “Kansas state parks, fishing lakes and wildlife areas are currently open to the public. […]