Free: Acoustic Arts in the Park
This weekend, Acoustic Arts in the Park will feature live music from Steve and Charisse Kahler, Amanda Lind, and Acoustic Scratch. Find them in Central Riverside Park, just north of the zoo, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 11th, 2011. The concerts, presented by the Kansas Acoustic Arts Association, are free and […]
“Walk the Trails” Ribbon-Cutting and Walk
Scroll down to find a map and descriptions of the themed Wichita walking paths. Related: Where to Walk in Wichita Walk the Trails includes nine new walking routes in Wichita and two in Haysville. Each loop has a theme and features signs that highlight entertaining, amusing, or just interesting information about people and places in […]
Quick: Half-Price Tickets for the Frontier Western Celebration in El Dorado
Frontier Western Celebration organizers are offering half-price adult tickets at their website until Tuesday, May 17th. Each adult ticket will only be $10 and will include admission to all arena events, heritage activities, and concerts. This summer, the Frontier Western Celebration will be back in El Dorado, Kansas with with a weekend of western fun. A […]
Cheap Summer Fun in Wichita
Let’s start our list! School is out in just a week or so for most public schools in the area. Below are some ideas of inexpensive summer activities for kids (and some for adults!) in the Wichita area. (I’ll update the list with links and more information as I get it.) If you see that […]
Discounts on Tickets to Wichita Highland Games and Celtic Festival
Purchase your tickets in advance to receive a nice discount on your tickets to the Wichita Highland Games and Celtic Festival at Sedgwick County Park May 14 and 15, 2011. Pay $8 and get one FREE child’s admission for each adult ticket purchased in advance. Tickets at the gate on the day of the event […]
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Home on the Cheap
Cinco de Mayo falls on a Thursday this year, which means for most of us who have kids and jobs it’s just another night at home. There’s no reason, though, that we can’t turn Thursday night into a fiesta on the cheap. Pick up a package of corn tortillas and a pork shoulder for Slow-Cooker […]
Cinco de Mayo and More at NOMAR!
Last week was the official opening of the new NOMAR International Plaza at 21st and Market. This weekend will mark the first in what will hopefully be many events at the new venue. Here are several events coming up at the end of this week: On Thursday, May 5, there will be free Zumba for […]
Launch Party at the Kansas Cosmosphere 4/29
UPDATE: The launch has been delayed, so the launch party won’t happen today. Hopefully it will be rescheduled, and I’ll try to let you know. The Cosmosphere will be showing the last launch of the Space Shuttle Endeavour on Friday, April 29, beginning at 2 p.m. It will be shown live on a large screen […]
Happy Birthday to Thee… Shakespeare’s Birthday Party at Wichita Community Theater
The Bard is turning 447 on April 23, and you’re invited to his birthday party. There will be music and dancing, fencing and falconry, theater performances (naturally), cake and punch and, allegedly, an appearance by the guest of honor. This party is free and open to the public! Shakespeare’s Birthday Party Saturday, April 23rd, 2:00 […]
Reminder: Museum of World Treasures Memberships Half Price
Until May 1st, all membership levels at The Museum of World Treasures are 50% of the regular price. With this discount, a Household + membership (2 adults, all kids in the family under 21, plus one guest of any age) is $49.50. A single membership with the discount is $21.50. That’s for a whole year. […]
g2g Outside at the Sedgwick County Extension
Bring the kids and play in the garden with g2g Outside at the Sedgwick County Extension Center on Tuesday, April 12. Meet a little bit before 6 p.m. to join in the fun. Location: Sedgwick Co Extension , 7001 W 21st St N. (Ridge and 21st) g2gOutside (stands for Got to Go Outside) is a program […]
The Wizard of Oz Sing-Along at The Orpheum
The Orpheum Theater in downtown Wichita will be showing the 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz on Sunday, April 3rd at 6 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults or $4 for military, students, and seniors. The Orpheum Theater 200 N. Broadway, Wichita, KS 67202 (316) 263-0884
All That and a Bag of Chips: Weekend Round-Up for April 1-3, 2011
What’s cheap to do this weekend? Well, if you’re energetic type you’ll have lots to keep you busy: Friday Get your FREE Bag of Chips at Dillons between 3 and 8 p.m. today. Don’t forget to check your Daily Deals for Friday. They have some good ones! First Friday usually include lots of music and lots […]
25-cent Book Sale at the DAV Thrift Store
I called to see if the DAV book sale is still happening and they said no, but they built a bookstore there. So this still may be a good place to find and buy used books. Pay a quarter for any book — hardcover, paperback, for kids or adults — at the 25-cent Book Sale […]
Stories of the Stearman Exhibit Opening and Open House
The Kansas Aviation Museum will be opening a new exhibit, “Stories of the Stearman 4D,” on Thursday, March 10, 2011. The exhibit features a Texaco Stearman Model 4D (aka the “Texaco 11”), currently undergoing restoration at the Kansas Aviation Museum. To celebrate the exhibit opening, the museum is hosting a free open house from 4 p.m. […]
Amazon Prime Members Now Get Free Streaming Video
If you’re a member of Amazon Prime and you have a compatible television, Blu-Ray player, or set-top device, you’ll now get free streaming movies and TV shows for no additional charge. Try Amazon Prime 30-Day Free Trial Amazon Prime is a service from Amazon.com that gives members “free” two-day shipping with no minimum order for […]
Wichita Griots (Storytellers) Celebrate African-American History Month
This weekend, February 10-12, the Wichita Griots will share stories that celebrate African-American history at the Kansas African-American Museum and several Wichita Public Library branches. These storytelling performances are free and open to all ages. Thursday, February 10 Stories of Wit and Wisdom 7 p.m. at Rockwell Branch, 5939 E. 9th Street, Wichita Friday, February […]
Valentine’s Day Powwow at Mid-America All-Indian Center
The Mid-America All Indian Center will host its 2nd Annual Valentine’s Day benefit powwow on Saturday, February 12. Admission to this all-ages event is free, but donations will be accepted to fund future MAAAIC events. Ceremonial dances begin at 1 p.m. Food vendors will be on hand from 5 to 6 p.m. for a supper […]
Monster Jam Thunder National Deals
Thursday afternoon you’ll get a chance to meet your favorite Thunder Nationals driver and get a close-up look at the Monster trucks. Three different Advance Auto Parts locations will be hosting a meet-and-greet between 2 and 6 p.m.: Visit the Raminator, Mark Hall, at 724 N West Street Triple XXX, RB Moler, at 303 E […]
Wichita Community Theater – Volunteers enjoy Arsenic and Old Lace for Free
The Wichita Community Theater is in its 65th season. If its been almost that long since you dusted off your official Thespian Society membership card, then it’s probably time for another dose of theater for you. The group will perform Arsenic and Old Lace at the Mary Jane Teall Theater inside Century II from January […]
Winter Adult Reading Program from Wichita Public Library
It’s the reading program for grown-ups, and it even has drawings for prizes. The Wichita Public Library’s Winter Reading Program, “Reel Reads,” focuses on books that have been made into movies. The program runs Jan. 10-March 10 at all Wichita Public Library locations. For each book read, participants age 16 or over may enter to […]
Free Ice Skating & Local Music at INTRUST Bank Arena
This month the INTRUST Bank Arena celebrates it’s one-year anniversary. I took this picture at the Grand Opening event last January. That was a great time, but this one looks like it will be even more fun. Free public skating and skate rental, performances by local musicians, select concessions for only $1, and free parking. […]
Magic at the Symphony – Wichita Symphony Orchestra Blue Jeans Concert
Enjoy a casual evening at the symphony at the annual Wichita Symphony Orchestra’s Blue Jeans Concert is Friday, January 28 at Century II. The show will feature magician and illusionist Lynn Dillies performing to classical music played by the orchestra. Date: January 28, 2011 Time: 8 p.m. Location: Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center 225 […]
$5 Off Thunder Hockey Tickets
Wichita’s Promise Youth Council is selling tickets to the January 15th Thunder Hockey game at a $5 discount. Blue level reserved tickets are available for $15 (normally $20) and yellow level reserved tickets are available for only $12 (normally $17). This is a fundraiser for the youth organization, which will receive $5 for each blue […]
$3 per Ticket Savings for Barney’s Birthday Bash at INTRUST Bank Arena!
You can thank Katrina on Facebook for asking if I knew of any discounts for Barney. Because of her question, I took a few minutes to get an answer for her. Guess what? Barney Live in Concert Birthday Bash on December 18th and 19th at INTRUST Bank Arena and you can get $3 off PER […]