Air Capital Commitment Discounts
If you’ve been affected by layoffs in the aviation industry here in Wichita, you’ll be glad to know FREE resources are available to you at a new website. The Air Capital Commitment web page was designed by a community task force to be a connecting point between workers and organizations that can help them. A […]
Donation drives in Wichita
Around the holidays and back to school time, some local organizations offer special discounts, perks, or bonuses for folks who bring items for a donation drive. These might include toy drives, food drives, school supplies drives, school supply drives or other types of charitable giving. Not only are they an awesome way to give to […]
FREE wifi hot spots in Wichita
Earlier this year, the City of Wichita tested a program that allowed residents to check out free wifi hot spots at specific recreation centers in Wichita. This month the City announced it has received a grant from AARP that will allow the program to continue. The goal of the pilot program is to “lessen the […]
FREE Día de los Muertos, First Friday Party at Revolutsia
In honor of Día de los Muertos and First Friday, the shops at Revolutsia are throwing a FREE family-friendly party! This event is a safe place for kids to trick-or-treat. Attendees can also expect lots of fun, prizes, music and a good time! Here is a list of some of the fun things you can […]
Discount card available for Sedgwick County veterans
Sedgwick County has teamed up with the website VeteransBargains.com to offer a veterans and military discount card for Sedgwick County residents. The discount card will be available beginning Monday, July 8, 2019. What is the Sedgwick County Veterans Discount Card? Local businesses voluntarily offer veteran and military discounts that are listed on the VeteransBargains website. […]
Wichita Ice Center Coffee Club for Adults
Wake up Wednesday morning to ice skating, coffee and donuts with the Wichita Ice Center Coffee Club! If you are looking for a fun way to start your Wednesday morning with friends, this is a unique idea and great exercise. (Although the donuts and coffee might negate any calories burned while skating. Ha!) This adult […]
Awesome events at the Wichita Public Library
It’s no secret the Wichita Public Library is an awesome resource for books. But our library is home to so much more than books. (Although, really, if you have books what more do you need?) The best part is that unless otherwise noted, they’re all FREE! They have fun and/or educational events […]
Braum’s celebrates its 50th anniversary with Ice Cream Day deals!
Braum’s Ice Cream and Dairy will celebrate their 50th anniversary by offering some extra sweet savings for National Ice Cream Day! The beloved ice cream shop and dairy store, known throughout the Midwest for its farm-fresh milk, hand-dipped ice cream, grilled burgers, fries, and shakes, opened its first family-owned shop in Oklahoma City in 1968. […]
FREE Downtown Living Open House and Tour
Have you ever wanted to peek inside the lofts and apartments being developed in downtown Wichita? Well, here’s your opportunity! Downtown Wichita is throwing open its doors and inviting you to see the living spaces in one of Wichita’s coolest neighborhoods. The Downtown Living Tour is open to the public and FREE on Saturday, June […]
Eddy’s car dealerships FREE Adopt-A-Pet Day
Wow, if this isn’t a good deal for everyone! Eddy’s car dealerships are hosting a big annual Adopt-A-Pet Day on May 15 and will cover all of the adoption costs for you to bring home a new pet. They’ll have animals at each of their locations throughout Wichita from various local animal shelters, including the […]
Try First Augustino Brewing Co. Beer or Coffee for $1
Augustino Brewing Company is a craft brewpub and coffee house that opened in Fall 2017 in west Wichita. It is located near the corner of Central and Tyler Road. Augustino’s serves craft coffee sourced from local roasters, local craft beer – most of which is brewed on location in small batches – and they make […]
Cary Conover photography exhibit opening
Newman University’s Steckline Gallery will open a new exhibit with a free Final Friday reception in October. Work by Wichita-based photojournalist and photography educator Cary Conover will be on display in the gallery in a collection called Turning Point. The Conover exhibit will be on display in the Steckline Gallery through November 17. Both the […]
Buy our new book to save big bucks with coupons
Want to discover the secrets of super savers? Living On The Cheap’s Teresa Mears and Laura Daily have just published The Ultimate Guide to Coupons. They share the smart way to use coupons, investing just minutes to save dollars. I’ve read this book from cover to cover and it is packed with a lot of […]
Jingle Mingle for adults at Exploration Place (21+)
Have a holly jolly evening at D – an event especially for adults ages 21 and over. You’ll enjoy tasty seasonal drinks and food, a live science show called The Science of Spirits, a worst/best holiday sweater contest, a sing-along with a local a cappella group, a photo booth, and other activities. The Jingle Mingle will […]
Substantial ticket discount for advance purchase to Mid-America All-Indian Center’s “Share Our Food” dinner
Wichita’s Mid-America All-Indian Center will host an event this month that highlights the food and way of life of the native American Indian. “Share Our Food” will include sampling authentic American Indian recipes, a wine tasting, hearing the stories behind the food, and touring the Mid-America All-Indian Center Museum. There is a substantial discount if […]
Summer Kids Movies at the Palace
Too hot out to be outside but you want to get out and do something? Well here’s your ticket to summer kids movies – on the cheap – at The Palace Theater. *************** Unfortunately, The Palace Theater is now gone. But you can still find Cheap Movies in Wichita and Wichita Summer Movies. We also […]
FREE: Food in Kansas Cookbook for Kids
Get a free download of the Food in Kansas Kids’ Cookbook offered by the Kansas Historical Society. Originally published in 1986, this colorful pdf cookbook highlights both historical and nutritional information, and includes lots of pictures and really neat recipes! See how you can make beef jerky like the Plains Indians (you’ll
Veterans Get FREE Admission to Strataca for D-Day
The 70th anniversary of D-Day is June 6, 2014, and Strataca – formerly the Underground Salt Museum – in Hutchinson, KS, is offering free admission to military veterans. Strataca is recognizing the service of all veterans with a D-Day special. Veterans of any military service will get free admission to Strataca on D-Day, Friday, June […]
Library Offers FREE Assistance with Affordable Care Act’s Health Insurance Marketplace
More information is a good thing. This press release from the library just came in today with dates, times, and locations for FREE assistance for those who need help navigating the new Health Insurance Marketplace website that was established by the U.S. government as part of the Affordable Care Act: Oct. 4 – The Wichita […]
Models for Miracles Fashion Show 2014
Models for Miracles is a fashion show benefitting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at www.ModelsForMiracles.com. Fees collected from ticket sales, models, vendors, and sponsors will benefit Children’s Miracle Network, which “provides resources and services to sick and injured children (birth-21 years of age) to help offset the cost of […]
Winner: Sesame Street Live Tickets
Congratulations to Mike S! Mike won the Family 4-pack of ticket vouchers to see Sesame Street Live at INTRUST Bank Arena, Feb. 1-3, 2013. Tickets to the show include FREE admission to the new Play Zone that opens one hour before the performance. If you didn’t win, you can still save $3 on tickets with a coupon […]
Best Kitchen Tools Under $25
Having the right tools in the kitchen will actually help you save money. These basic kitchen tools help me prepare great meals quickly and inexpensively, and they are surprisingly affordable! As much as possible, I’ve included links to the exact items I use and love myself, or the nearest I could find. Silicone Scraper/Spatula Silicone […]
Readers Ask (& Answer): Where in Wichita can I find secondhand business clothes for work?
Related: Thrift Shops and Consignment Stores in Wichita A Wichita on the Cheap reader asked on Twitter about good places in Wichita to find secondhand business clothes for work, and other readers came through with lots of great suggestions! Following is a list of secondhand stores, consignment shops, and other stores suggested by readers. Working Woman […]
Kindle Fire $129 Today (Cyber Monday) Only!
Don’t miss the deal on 30% off Kindle accessories! Here’s a Cyber Monday deal from Amazon.com for the Kindle Fire: Today only, Kindle Fire is available for only $129 ($30 off). Enter promotional code FIREDEAL at checkout. This link will take you right to it: Kindle Fire 7″, LCD Display, Wi-Fi, 8 GB – Includes […]
Coupons for Thanksgiving
UPDATED with Turkey coupons! We are less than three two weeks from Thanksgiving now, which makes this the perfect time to start planning to save money on the big traditional meal. Grocery stores already have sales on much of what we’ll need, and if we match those sale prices with coupons for Thanksgiving fare, we’ll be […]