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$10 gift card when you consign at Kids Closet Connection sale

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Have you caught the "tidying up" bug? I have! It feels great to get rid of things we no longer need so we're able to really take care of what we have. And what can you do with that big heap of things you're getting rid of? Turn the kids’ … [Read more...] about $10 gift card when you consign at Kids Closet Connection sale

Wichita kids can try hockey for free

On Saturday, February 23, Wichita kids can try hockey for free at the Wichita Ice Center. Ice rinks across the country are participating. More than 400 local hockey programs and USA Hockey invite kids to try youth hockey for free as part … [Read more...] about Wichita kids can try hockey for free

Free Family Artventure at the Wichita Art Museum

You probably already know that admission to the Wichita Art Museum is free on Saturdays, but did you know that on the fourth Saturday of most months, the museum also hosts a free family art activity?  They call it Family Artventure. You … [Read more...] about Free Family Artventure at the Wichita Art Museum

FREE Kite Festival in Derby

What better way to take advantage of one of Kansas' natural resources than participating in the FREE kite festival in Derby on a nice May weekend? The 2019 Derby Kite Festival will be held May 18 at High Park in Derby (2801 E. James … [Read more...] about FREE Kite Festival in Derby

2019 Arkansas River Trash Roundup

This is one free Wichita activity where you get to give. Get your hands dirty by helping to keep our river nice and clean. (Actually, you'll wear gloves, so no manicures need be harmed by this activity!) On Saturday, May 4, 2019 join … [Read more...] about 2019 Arkansas River Trash Roundup

FREE Family Board Game Night at Sedgwick County Extension

Need something fun (and free) to do with the kids? Bonding Through Board Games is a FREE family board game night at the Sedgwick County Extension Center. Even if you regularly play board games with the family, these free events will give … [Read more...] about FREE Family Board Game Night at Sedgwick County Extension

Where to View the Lunar Eclipse

  Photo used with permission: Kris Flory of Dead Reckoning Astrophotography On January 20, 2019, the night sky will bring us a great sight: the Super Blood Wolf Moon Eclipse! If you are wondering why it is being called this, … [Read more...] about Where to View the Lunar Eclipse

Kansas State Fair discounts

The 2019 Kansas State Fair is on its way! It's the largest event in the State of Kansas with hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. The Kansas State Fair provides plenty of ways to save money throughout 10 days of fun - from … [Read more...] about Kansas State Fair discounts

FREE Automobilia Car Show and Street Party

Automobilia Car Show and Street Party will be happening again in Wichita this July, but this year it's being run by the non-profit Fourth and Long Foundation. Proceeds will benefit local charities. Otherwise, not much has changed. Cruise … [Read more...] about FREE Automobilia Car Show and Street Party

Free admission to the Sedgwick County Fair

The Sedgwick County Fair is always lots of fun. The 2019 county fair opens Wednesday, July 10 at the Sedgwick County Fairgrounds in Cheney, Kansas, and continues through Saturday, July 13. Admission is free and parking is free … [Read more...] about Free admission to the Sedgwick County Fair

Registration is open for Hook a Kid on Golf in Wichita

GolfWichita wants to Hook a Kid on Golf during spring break. Registration is already open and appears to be filling up fast. They'll be offering morning and afternoon sessions during the week of spring break, March 11-15, 2019, at … [Read more...] about Registration is open for Hook a Kid on Golf in Wichita

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