Standby Seating for Wichita Symphony Orchestra’s Free Family Concert
Every year the Wichita Symphony Orchestra’s free family concert seems to be a big hit. It’s such a hit, in fact, that all of the tickets for this year’s Spirit of Christmas concert were gone by the time I called for more information. But I just saw that they will open the doors at 7:20 […]
Christmas Parade in Delano and Holiday Open House
This Saturday, December 4th, 2010, the Delano shopping district is making merry with a Holiday Open House, a Christmas parade, and visits with Santa. Participating merchants will offer Open House specials and seasonal treats from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Christmas parade begins at noon by the clock tower at Douglas and Sycamore and […]
Free Thursday Admission To Just Between Friends Consignment Sale
Wichita’s JBF (Just Between Friends) consignment sale begins today at 9 a.m. at Woodland United Methodist Church. Normally, Thursday admission costs $2, but right now there’s a printable coupon that gets you in for free. Friday and Saturday admission to the JBF sale is always free. Woodland United Methodist Church 1100 W. 15th Street N. […]
Carriage Rides Thursday Nights at Waterfront
Perfect for date night or family night: Thursdays in December, from 6-8 4:30 – 8 p.m., enjoy complimentary carriage rides provided by Crown Carriage Co. at the Wichita Waterfront. The carriage station will be located outside the Bonefish Grill.
Cardiac Nutrition Classes at Via Christi
Via Christi will have a series of four nutrition classes scheduled to begin in early December. The classes, taught by registered dietitians, are $5 each. You can register for one class or all of them by calling Via Christi Health Connection at 316-689-5700. (Registration is required.) See the class topics, schedule, and location below: All […]
WATC Offers Full Scholarship to New Program
Wouldn’t this be great to find in a stocking? Wichita Area Technical College is offering 10 full scholarships for its new Aerospace Coatings and Paint Technology program to the first 10 people who meet the scholarship requirements. The 44-credit hour program costs approximately $6,853.00 without scholarships. This could possibly be the highest dollar-value savings I’ve […]
Orpheum Christmas Express
The Orpheum Christmas Express, a fundraiser that benefits the Shriner’s Hospitals for Children, is Saturday, November 27, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. The show will feature the world-class Diamond W Wranglers, the Santa Cats, and The Good Guys. The $20 tickets are tax-deductable (if you itemize, of course). I’ve gone on and on about how good […]
50% off Tickets to Alegria at INTRUST Bank Arena
This Cyber Monday deal would make an AWESOME stocking stuffer. On November 29, 2010, you can get 50% off ALL price levels on tickets for Cirque du Soleil’s Alegria at INTRUST Bank Arena! This is a fantastic deal, because the discount is valid on all price-levels. You need to enter the super-secret passcode MONDAY to […]
Today only: 7 Kid-Favorite Christmas Movies for only $12.99
No more waiting until they show up on TV. If you order today, you can get The Original Christmas Classics on DVD at Amazon.com for only $12.99. The DVD includes 7 original holiday favorites: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Frosty the Snowman Frosty Returns Mr. Magoo’s Christmas Carol Little Drummer […]
Gingerbread Village this Weekend
The Assistance League of Wichita will open its annual Gingerbread Village on Friday, November 19, 2010 at 2 p.m. in a new location. This year’s event will take place at the Sedgwick County Extension Building at the corner of 21st Street West and Ridge Road. I received notes from two readers within minutes of each […]
Panda Express Grand Opening Deal
Denise Neil’s blog, Dining with Denise, is worth following whether you’re a Wichita foodie or you just like to eat! While perusing the posts, I found out that Panda Express is offering a special deal when it opens Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010. For all the details, click the link to go to Neil’s blog post […]
Hogwarts Hullabaloo at Wichita Public Library
Wear a Harry Potter costume to the Hogwarts Hullabaloo on Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at the Central branch of the Wichita Public Library. The event, for kids ages 8-11, starts at 7 p.m. and features games, quizzes, and other Harry Potter themed activities. For more information, visit the Wichita Public Library events page or call […]
KPTS Workshop for Kids on Making Books
This just looks like fun- On Saturday, December 5, 2010, KPTS is bringing author and illustrator Keith Baker to Wichita. Baker, whose books have won several awards, will lead two interactive sessions for kids in grades K-5. He’ll go through his process for developing a story, sketches, rough drafts, and illustrations. Tickets are only $5 […]
Live Performance and Illustrated Lecture about the Electric Guitar
The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum will host a live performance by electric Hawaiin guitarist George Piburn on Saturday, November 13 from 1-2 p.m. as part of its Electric Guitar exhibit. Following the performance will be an illustrated lecture by Deke Dickerson from 2-3 p.m. Both the performance and the lecture are included in the price […]
Free Cooking Demonstrations with Celebrity Chef George Duran at Dillons
Celebrity chef George Duran (TLC and Food Network) will be giving free cooking demonstrations at two Wichita Dillons grocery stores on Saturday, November 13, 2010. Duran will demonstrate Latin-inspired cooking, share his cooking advice, give away free samples. There will also be giveaways of George’s cookbooks, Imusa cookware sets, coupons for free Hunt’s products and […]
Veteran’s Day Deals Round-up
Having been raised as a military dependent, it warms me to see all the deals available for veterans and active duty military. There are probably more out there, but here are the ones I’ve posted so far on Wichita on the Cheap. (Note: Not all of these are for veterans only or for Veteran’s Day […]
SR-71 Blackbird Pilot Buz Carpenter at Kansas Cosmosphere
Retired Colonel “Buz” Carpenter will be at the Kansas Cosmosphere Saturday, November 6, 2010 to talk about his experiences flying the world’s fastest airplane–the SR-71 Blackbird. This is absolutely free and everyone is welcome to come meet the former Air Force pilot, get his autograph, and see the Blackbird, America’s first “stealth” plane, at the […]
Eat Lunch Out Today to Help Operation Holiday
Via @dgrantkake from KAKE news on Twitter– If you eat at a Wichita Taco Bell or Pizza Hut today, or pick up a movie at Blockbuster Video, Fugate Enterprises will donate 10% of your bill to Operation Holiday. Last year’s drive raised more than $45,000. Here’s the link for more info: “Help Wichita” By Eating […]
Salute to Veterans
Students in the Wichita Public Schools Junior ROTC programs present a salute to veterans at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at Century II Expo Hall. Admission is free and the public is welcome to attend.
Forest of Fear – Udall, KS
Find discount coupons for Forest of Fear in Udall. Get in for as little as $10 with printable coupons on the Forest of Fear website. Forest of Fear has a haunted trail, tractor ride, scary movies on a big screen, snack shack and a campfire. The trail itself is a little over a mile long […]
Weekend Round-Up: Halloween
Friday 3-6 p.m. Trick or Treat with Digeez & Cox Twitter Crew Wear your costume, get your picture taken with Dig., and meet the Cox Twitter crew. 4-8 p.m. Final Friday Art Crawl with free admission and free Trolley service between most venues 6-8 p.m. Halloween Fun Night at the East YMCA 6-9 p.m. Flashlight […]
Boooks and Spoooks Saturday at WPL
Boooks and Spoooks is a free “creepy carnival” for kids ages 4 through 8 years at the Wichita Public Library, Central Branch (downtown). Kids will enjoy Halloween-themed games and a spooky story. Drop in anytime on Saturday, October 30, 2010, between 2:30-4 p.m. Wichita Public Library, Central Library is at 223 S. Main Street in […]
Trick or Treat with Digeez & Cox Twitter Crew
Wear your Halloween gear to a Cox store today (Thursday) or tomorrow and get a free Digeez (the little spaceman-looking guy) item, like a bobble-head, mouse-pad, plush toy, stress-reliever, etc… On Friday, stop by the Cox Digital Store downtown between 3-6 p.m. and get your picture taken with Digeez and @cox_will. Everyone who comes in […]
Halloween Fun Night at the East YMCA
On Friday, October 29th, the East Branch of the YMCA will be having a Halloween Fun Night from 6-8 p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase but admission and activities are free. Families can enjoy Trunk-or-Treating, a cake walk, haunted maze, games and crafts, a Moonwalk, and other activities. Come in costume if you like! […]
Be There or Be Scared
Join the undead at the “Scare the Square Zombie Walk” at Naked City Gallery on October 30th at 7:30 p.m. A Some of the activities include a game of “Dead Light, Green Light” and a Halloween Bash with DJ Carbon and the Naked City crew. Admission is $5, but you’ll get $2 off if you […]