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 […]
Halloween Blood Drive + Free Scary Movie at The Orpheum
The vampires American Red Cross will be accepting blood donations in the parking lot just north of the Orpheum Theater on Saturday, October 30th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. The historic theater will also be open during that time for tours and trick-or-treating. Everyone who donates blood will receive a free movie ticket to […]
Tallgrass Film Festival – Free Screening at Public Library
Via Tallgrass Film Festival on Twitter, I just found out that film screenings at the central branch of the Wichita Public Library are free this weekend. Unfortunately, it’s too late for the Saturday screenings, but there’s still one film scheduled for tomorrow. William Kentridge: Anything is Possible, a documentary about the artist’s life and work, […]
Rocketoberfest at the Kansas Cosmosphere!!
Enjoy a super-budget-friendly afternoon at the Kansas Cosmosphere Rocktoberfest in Hutch. Saturday, October 23, 2010 from 1-4 p.m. the lobby will be open with tons of fun and very inexpensive activities for the family. There’s no admission for the event itself, which will include “weird science” demonstrations throughout the afternoon, and space- or alien-themed costume […]
Free Rooms at B&Bs for Veterans and Active Duty Military
In honor of the service provided by our military, Bed & Breakfasts across the country are offering free rooms on Wednesday, November 10 for veterans and active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces. Availability is limited, and some inns may fill up quickly. Make your reservations directly with one of over 800 participating B&Bs […]
Trunk or Treat at Cambridge Market
Cambridge Market, 21st Street North and Webb Road is having a fall festival, with music, hot cider, “trunk-or-treating” and more. The Trunk or Treat event is October 23, 2010 from Noon – 4 p.m. in the Cambridge Market Shopping Center. As many as 40 cars and trucks will be decorated for Halloween and ready with candy […]
Free: Halloween in the Park
Halloween in the Park a fun and safe (and free!) event sponsored by the Wichita Police Department. Kids will get a free bear at the Teddy Bear Clinic, decorate a Krispy Kreme donut, see emergency vehicles up close, learn important safety tips, and go trick-or-treating! There will also be food provided by Outback Steakhouse, along […]
2010 Shocker Madness!!! Saturday
Shocker Madness kicks off the 2010-2011 Shocker Basketball season. The event begins today, Saturday, October 16, 2010 with a “Shock Cancer Walk” fundraiser at 3:30 p.m. The Shockers “Dig Pink” volleyball match against Evansville begins at 5 p.m. Wear pink to get a discount on your ticket. FREE: After the volleyball game, the men’s and […]
Hello Haysville — Here’s Your Deal!
Get 3 games of bowling, shoe rental, and a soft drink for just $7 at Seneca Bowl! Today’s deal at Wichita Funds For Schools benefits USD 261, the Haysville School District. If you’ve ever groaned, sighed, or rolled your eyes when the fundraiser envelopes came home with your kids, then you know how cool this […]
Sisterhood of Savers Plus Size Consignment Sale
Shop for high quality, gently used, and reasonably priced plus size clothing at the Sisterhood of Savers Plus Size consignment sale October 14-16, 2010 at 844 N. Baltimore Street in Derby. The consignment sale carries sizes from 14W and up, along with purses, shoes, and other accessories. If you’re interested in consigning your items, you can get […]
Heartspring Fall Festival
The Heartspring Fall Festival on October 16, 2010 will be an afternoon of fun for kids of all ages and abilities. The free event begins at 1 p.m. and will include pumpkin bowling, face-painting, pumpkin decorating, photos with a scarecrow and more. For a $3 donation, you can enjoy free popcorn, a drink, and a […]
1/2 Off at HuHot
Between October 1st and 31st, HuHot Mongolian Grill is fighting hunger by giving customers 50% off grill meals. All you need to do to get the discount is bring 5 non-perishable food items with you to the restaurant for donation to the local food bank. The offer is valid one time per person during the […]
Camp Hyde Fall Festival
Register online or at any area YMCA location for Camp Hyde’s Fall Festival on Saturday, October 16th, 2010, from 4-8 p.m. Admission for the whole family is only $10 for YMCA members and $20 for non-members. The Fall Festival will include hay-rack rides, pumpkin painting, canoeing, fishing, a bonfire, s’mores, hot dogs and more. You […]