FREE: Learn to Crochet!
Interested in learning how to crochet so you can make your own afghans and scarves? The Common Thread Needlecraft Group is offering a FREE class and one-on-one help to learn this super-popular craft. Just bring your own yarn and a size H crochet hook. These are really inexpensive and available at any craft store. When you’re […]
Whole Foods Market: Cup of hot oatmeal for 25-cents
There’s nothing better than hot oatmeal on a cool fall morning. (Except a bowl of hot oatmeal cooked by someone else and served to you.) It’s a great way to start your day with a hearty breakfast. If you love oatmeal, you’ll want to make Whole Foods Market one of your morning stops for the […]
FREE Zumba at the Ballpark
Lace up your sneakers and call your friends. Wichita Park and Recreation is having a FREE Zumba party at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium.
Free Photo & File Management class
Wondering what to do with all those photos on your camera or phone? Yes! Me too! This FREE class at the Alford library branch will cover downloading and organizing photos on your PC or device. Participants must have basic keyboard and mouse skills. This is part of the Wichita Public Library’s Technology Training. All programs […]
Star Wars Reads Day events for kids and grown-ups
Feel the “Force” at Star Wars Reads Day, an event that celebrates reading and Star Wars. Children will feel like they’re in a galaxy far, far away with fun crafts, games and activities. For children ages 2-12. Later in the same day, attend a special Star Wars event for adults: William Shakespeare Does Star Wars! Imagine […]
Schubert, Brahms, and Brews at Century II
The Wichita Symphony Orchestra invites young Wichita professionals to a unique Symphony experience on October 24, 2015. For just $35, enjoy a pre-concert cocktail hour on the balcony of the Century II Concert Hall, then a remarkable performance by the Wichita Symphony and guest pianist Lukas Vondracek, followed by an after-party at Central Standard Brewing Company […]
$1.99 fish and fries
Long John Silver’s is once again offering its popular one-piece fish and fries for $1.99 deal. For just under two bucks, you’ll get a crispy golden fish filet and a serving of natural-cut fries. The offer is available for a limited time at participating locations. No coupon is required. That’s cheap! The post Long John […]
Reverie Coffee post-renovation open house tonight (Tuesday)
While you’re there, you might want to try the Real Pumpkin Latte. Here’s their description of it, and it sounds pretty delicious: made from real pumpkin puree, pure maple syrup, locally sourced pumpkin spice, Hildebrand Farms Dairy whole milk, and of course, our espresso.
Special advance ticket discount for Museum of the Undead for 21+ only this Friday
This Friday night, adults 21+ should escape to the Zombie-safe zone at Exploration Place, where you’ll roam through the museum developing survival skills to prepare for the Zombie Apocalypse. Guests will: – witness a zombie dissection. – use mirrors to trick zombies. – aim for a target using marshmallows and PVC pipe. – observe scientists […]
FREE Taco at Taco Bueno
We may not have even known there was a National Taco Day, but we’re sure going to celebrate it. Thanks to reader Gemma, who let me know about this deal, we can all enjoy a free taco at Taco Bueno from Friday, October 2 to Sunday, October 4! Here are the details from the Taco […]
On The Border: 50-cent tacos on National Taco Day
Tacos are always welcome sight at the family dining table because they’re just so good, even though they can be a bit messy. On Oct. 4, get your fill of their crunchy deliciousness, when On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina celebrates National Taco Day with a super low price on the popular Mexican favorite […]
FREE 100th Anniversary Concert and Open House
The Wichita Carnegie Library has been celebrating its 100th anniversary all through September with free lunchtime concerts in Heritage Square in downtown Wichita. The celebration culminates this weekend with a FREE concert Friday after work and an open house all day Saturday. On Friday, October 2, 2015, stop by the front steps of the Carnegie […]
Free Outdoor Concert at WSU Rhatigan Student Center
The Rhatigan Student Center at Wichita State University will host a FREE outdoor concert with Adam Capps and the Dirt Road Drifters on Friday evening, October 2, 2015. This concert is open to the public. Families are welcome to bring food and (non-alcoholic) drinks to enjoy a picnic accompanied by live music on the East […]
Inflate-A-Fest from Kids Fest is happening in October
For $5 admission, get unlimited access to all the inflatables set up in Century II for Inflate-A-Fest – a fall event being put on by the KidsFest folks. This is a new event this fall. Inflate-A-Fest will be held October 17, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Century II Exhibition Hall in […]
Free: Learn to Knit Slipper Socks
This is free! Get ready for winter by knitting some cozy slipper socks for yourself or for a gift. The Common Thread Needlecraft Group will offer instruction and help at the Alford library branch on October 7 and 14, 2015. Call or stop by for a materials list before class starts. Date: October 7 and […]
Whole Foods Market: Cup of coffee for 25-cents
If you need a little pick-me-up while grocery shopping at Whole Foods Market, you’ll appreciate this jolt of savings. Through Sept. 30, get a brewed cup of coffee (12-ounce) at the grocery store’s coffee bar for just 25-cents. There’s is no limit per customer, but we’re not sure you’d want more than one cup in […]
Southwest is having a sale on airfare
Southwest Airlines is having an airfare sale through September 24, 2015, and we in Wichita get to participate this time. Fares out of Eisenhower International Airport (did I get that name right?) are as low as $86 one way. That’s if you want to fly to Dallas. Chicago will cost you only $99 one way, […]
FREE Ancestry Research at the Library and How-To Workshop
Did you know you can access the Ancestry Library Edition for free at the Wichita Public Library? (The library has such great resources!) And not only can you search for free, you learn how to do it. On October 8, visit the Central branch for a special how-to with Michelle Enke, Manager of the Genealogy […]
Big Read Event for Kids: Hispanic Heritage Crafts & Stories
Can you make a snowflake out of a tortilla? Come to the Library for one of these great children’s events as part of Big Read Wichita. Enjoy Hispanic Heritage Month with fun stories that celebrate the Hispanic culture, including the Big Read companion book Green Is a Chile Pepper. For children ages 3 and up […]
Friday afternoon workshops for small business owners and entrepreneurs
Grow your business beyond its current boundaries with expert, practical advice in a series of Friday afternoon workshops at WSU. The workshops, presented by Meritrust Credit Union and the WSU Center for Entrepreneurship, are open to everyone in the community, whether you’re a sole proprietor, employer, or just thinking about starting a business. Topics are based […]
National Yoga Month equals free yoga
If you’ve been wanting to try yoga, now is the perfect time. September is National Yoga Month, and the Yoga Health Foundation is offering new students a Yoga Month Card that is good for one week of FREE yoga at one of more than 1,600 studios nationwide. The card is good during September and October. […]
School Day Pricing Special for Kansas Doctor Who Convention
Kids who are ages 7 to 13 can get a special admission price for opening day of the Kansas Doctor Who Convention in Wichita. The convention opens on a Friday, which is a school day, but activities extend into the evening and include a photo session and question-and-answer time with Colin Baker (sixth Doctor). So […]
Babies “R” Us/Toys “R” Us car seat trade-up event
During the month of Sept., Babies “R” Us/Toys “R” Us is holding a One & Only Car Seat Trade-Up Event, which will give you an opportunity to save on a new car seat or travel system when you trade in your old one. The promotion is intended to help get used car seats that may […]
Discounts for Doctor Who Convention in Wichita
Doctor Who fans, get your Tardis started. Wichita will be host to a three-day Doctor Who convention in October 2015! Registering now will get you a discount on tickets for both kids and adults. (Dalek need not apply.) The Time Eddy Doctor Who Convention will be held October 2-4, 2015 at the Best Western North […]
Princess Story Time at Watermark Books
Watermark Books & Cafe will be hosting a princess story time for kids ages 4-8 on Saturday, September 26, 2015. Princess Pros Entertainment will be bringing two special guests! Kids will meet the Ice Queen and her sister, the Ice Princess, and enjoy an ice-themed story time. They’ll also be able to take photos with the […]