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The Big Read 2024

The Big Read 2024

Wichita Public Library has received a $20,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and Arts Midwest for the 2024 Big Read Wichita, coming this spring. The selected book is “There There” by Tommy Orange. This novel grapples with the complex history of Native Americans with an inheritance of profound spirituality and with a […]

Thrift Stores and Consignment Shops in Wichita, KS

Wichita Consignment Stores and Thrift Shops

Secondhand shopping is one of the best ways to stretch the style budget for yourself and your family. We have compiled a list of consignment stores in Wichita, the best thrift shops near us, resale stores, used furniture stores, and more in and around Wichita.  Consignment stores focus on high-quality items with low wear and […]

Facebook is Down

Facebook Down

On Tuesday, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads experienced widespread outages, leaving many users unable to log in. Downdetector.com recorded over 560,000 reports of Facebook issues, with the problem emerging around 10 a.m. Eastern Time. Meta, the parent company of Facebook, acknowledged the situation via Andy Stone, Head of Communications, on X (formerly Twitter), stating they are […]

Lawn Care Rebate Program in Wichita

Lawn Care Rebate in Wichita

For the third consecutive year, the City of Wichita is proud to offer funding aimed at facilitating the switch to eco-friendly lawn care equipment. Wichita will now pay residents up to $100 to buy electric lawn equipment.  Residents of Wichita and neighboring counties are eligible for rebates of up to $100 when they invest in […]

Krispy Kreme Leap Day Deal: $2.29 for a Dozen Doughnuts

Leap Day Deal Krispy Kreme

Leap year only occurs every four years, and Krispy Kreme is running a great deal. 2024 is a Leap Year, so on February 29th, you can receive a dozen original glazed doughnuts for just $2.29 with the purchase of any regularly priced dozen.  “An extra day in the year is an irresistible opportunity for Krispy […]

Leap Day Deals in Wichita KS

Leap Year Deals in Wichita

Happy Leap Year, Wichita! This month, you get a FREE additional day, at no extra charge. How will you spend your extra Thursday? We’ve rounded up Leap Day deals for you on February 29, 2024.  And if you were actually born on a Leap Day… happy birthday, you youngster you! Here is a list of […]

Evolve Park & Recreation Classes for Winter

EVOLVE Winter 2024 Catalog

The winter EVOLVE activity guide enrollment is now open. Register for your favorite Park and recreation classes now. How about finding a hobby, picking up another career, improving your fitness or helping your kids learn something new? Maybe you’d like to make some friends who share your interests? The City of Wichita’s  Evolve activities guide is […]

Experience El Dorado Kansas

Are you looking for a little getaway or want to spend some time outside of the City? El Dorado is a easy drive and close to Wichita, with lots of fun activities, museums, and a really cute downtown. El Dorado, Kansas, is an excellent place for a day trip with many FREE things to experience. […]

Free Shipping Labels & Drop off for Dontaions: Give Back Box

Give Back Box

I just learned about the Give Back Box, which makes donating more accessible than ever and gives you a reason to use the Amazon boxes in your garage. Amazon supports this program and provides you with a great way to reuse and recycle your Amazon boxes. You can choose a charity or let them choose […]

Talking Free Little Libraries in Wichita

Free Public Libraries

Wichita Public Library is placing 26 little FREE libraries through Southeast Wichita, Kansas. They hope this program will help the community and serve as a bridge to the bigger public libraries. These “pop-up” libraries are popular, and some people have even installed them in their own yards.  You can find these libraries from Planeview up […]

Build-a-Bear Pay Your Age Deal

Build A Bear Pay your Age

Has your child been begging you for a Build-a-Bear? In that case, you’ll jump for joy. Build-a-Bear is hosting a Pay Your Age promotion. You can get in and out of a Build-A-Bear workshop for as low as $1 if you take your one year old during their birthday month.  That’s right, bring the birthday […]

Urban Air Adventure Park

Urban Air Wichita

Urban Air in Wichita did an extensive renovation in 2023 with many new attractions. This place is an indoor adventure park where kids of all ages can explore thrilling attractions, challenge their bodies, and have fun. They are way more than just a trampoline park. They have a zip line, ropes course, climbing wall, and […]

The Ultimate Guide to Boredom Busting

Boredom Busting Ideas

Whether it’s the cold weather keeping you in or that lack of funds to go out and spend – these days it can be difficult to entertain yourself at home and not feel like you’re missing out on something! The reality is there are so many great opportunities to create memories or simply just increase […]

Wichita’s FREE Q-Line Trolley

Free Q-Line Ride Wichita

Wichita Transit’s FREE downtown Q-Line bus service has a whole new look. The Q-line in Wichita has been and still will be a great FREE way to get around downtown – it just won’t keep the nostalgic trolley look anymore.  The Q-Line trolley is a great, and FREE, way to explore Downtown Wichita. It is […]

Car Wash Deals in Wichita

Car Wash Deals in Wichita

Everyone loves having a clean car but doesn’t always love paying full price to make that happen! Read more to see limited deals, weekly specials, and unlimited plans happening in Wichita. They get as good as 50% off a wash!  Weekly Car Wash Specials:  Mondays: No Monday deals to report yet, check back periodically as […]

Wichita Sky Kings Basketball Team at Koch Arena

Wichita SkyKings Basketball

The Wichita Sky Kings is a newer Pro TBL basketball team in Wichita, KS. They will be playing at Koch Arean at Wichita State University. Each game is more than just a Basketball game. They have other entertainment like DJs, guest celebrities, and sometimes mini-concerts at halftime.  It’s a fantastic blend of sports and entertainment! […]

25 Days of Holiday Activities: Free & Cheap Events in Wichita

We’ve compiled a list of Wichita’s favorite FREE or Cheap holiday activities and events in our ’25 Days of Holiday Fun’ list. There is so much happening around town; this is only a little taste of what’s happening. You can visit our community calendar for the complete list. If you’re searching for budget-friendly entertainment with […]

Ultimate List of Holiday Events & Deals in Wichita: December

December Ultimate list of things to do in Wichita

We have made the ultimate list of deals and events in Wichita this December. This Holiday is filled with exciting events, Christmas movies, shopping deals, and Christmas light displays.   ‘Tis the season for Christmas cheer and fantastic deals! Dive into the festive spirit with our curated selection of Christmas deals and a sleigh-full of fun […]

Fun Family Games for Thanksgiving

Family Fun Games for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! This is the time to spend quality time with loved ones and celebrating everything that you are grateful for. Not only do you want to make room for all you can eat, but you want to make sure the family is entertained. In this list you will find several […]

Botanica the Wichita Gardens $1 Mum Sale

Mum Sale at Botanica

“Mums” is the word! If you are looking for an inexpensive way to fill in your fall flower beds, Botanica has you covered with its annual $1 mum sale. According to the Botanica Facebook page, the $1 mum SALE is back starting November 3, 2023; mums will be available while supplies last! I would call […]

Dinosaurs Around the World Exhibit at Botanica Gardens

Dinosaurs around the world Wichita

Stop into Dinosaurs Around the World at Botanica. From May 20 through September 17, 2023, visitors can experience the one-of-a-kind, “Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors,” exhibit at Botanica Gardens in Wichita, KS. The exhibit is included with general admission and features 10 animatronic dinosaurs nestled in throughout the gardens, several over 27 feet […]

Wichita Girl Creating Art to Raise Money for St Jude

Taylor Price Art

A local 12-year-old in Wichita is creating art to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Hospital more than 40 years after St. Jude saved her uncle. Taylor Price is a 12-year-old at Andover Central Middle School and a budding artist. She had an idea to start a business making bracelets while she was home during […]

Convoy of Hope Free Giveaway: Food & Backpacks

Convoy of Hope

Area Churches, businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies are all participating in Convoy of Hope in Wichita. This event will give tangible hope to families living in situations of desperate human need. You are invited to share in this united act of compassion.  MOST SITES WILL STILL BE DRIVE-THRU, BUT ONE OR TWO WILL OFFER WALK-ON SERVICES. (See […]

Book-a-holic Fill a Bag Event

Book-A-Holic Book Sale

A book hoarder’s dream! One of Wichita’s favorite second-hand bookstores is holding an incredible sale, on July 21st & 22nd. Get a bag, fill it to the brim, and pay just $10!  Here’s what you need to know:  Only their warehouse sale books are available for bag stuffing  The store will provide the bags 9am […]

Sam’s Club offers 60% off Membership to Teachers

Sams Club Teacher Discounts

Sams Club is offering Teachers a significant discount on their membership. Teachers can join Sam’s Culb for 60% off. Teachers are often on a budget and need to find ways to save money while stocking up on supplies for their classrooms. One of the best ways to do this is by buying in bulk. By […]