The Great Plains Nature Center welcomes the community to its annual O.K. Kids (Outdoor Kansas Kids) event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 3rd at 6232 E. 29th St. North in Wichita. Highlighting our feathered friends has never been so fun! Join us at our annual Outdoor Kansas Kids event! Families will be able to join in on crafts, bird hikes, archery, fishing, and prize drawings, along with loads of educational stations and opportunities. Sponsored by Kansas Wildscape Foundation. FREE. All ages. No registration for entry. Special guests include: Pheasants Forever Botanica Flatland Fly ..read more

Who wants a fun night out! This is a cool and unique event put on by Tallgrass Film Association. See a screening of the Big Lebowski and all tickets include unlimited bowling and shoe rental at Seneca Bowl. Dudegrass Event on July 22nd:  Unlimited bowling/shoe rental Screening of the cult classic The Big Lebowski throughout the bowling alley Lamphouse Photo Co. Photo Booth Big Lebowski costume contest White Russians Briefcase raffle AND MORE all to support Tallgrass Film Association Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Seneca Bowl, 1909 S. Seneca St. Wichita, KS 67213. Tickets for DudeGrass:&n ..read more

Actor John Cusack will host an intimate screening of one of his most popular motion pictures, Sixteen Candles, followed by a live conversation about his career and the making of the film, followed by a Q&A. This event isn’t cheap but wanted to share it anyways because I love 16 candles.  With an impressive body of work spanning the course of three decades, John Cusack has evolved into one of Hollywood’s most accomplished and respected actors of his generation, garnering both critical acclaim as well as prestigious accolades for his dramatic and comedic roles.   Cu ..read more

College students -now that school is almost out for the year, there is no better place than Riverfront Stadium to enjoy your summer nights! They are running a great deal just for you! This would be something fun to do this summer.    Every Thursday for the remainder of the season, college students can purchase a $10 bowl ticket that includes TWO Thirsty Thursday drinks. Tickets must be purchased at the Box Office with a valid college ID.   Click HERE to see more Wichita Wind Surge DEALS and TIPS     Wichita Wind Surge College Night Deal Wichita on the Cheap - Livin ..read more

Summertime means longer daylight hours, warmer weather, and the return of Third Thursdays in Downtown Newton! Every Third Thursday of May-August, many of your downtown merchants and restaurants will be open until 7:30 or 8:00 PM!   Some locations will be planning special activities and promotions, so be on the lookout for more details on their Facebook page. Make your plans to come on out to downtown Newton and shop, eat, and explore all summer long!   Third Thursdays in Downtown Newton 2023: Thursday, May 18 Thursday, June 15 Thursday, July 20 Thursday, August 17   Participa ..read more

Wichita Wore What? A Century of Local Fashion. This FREE exhibit features clothing and accessories worn in Wichita from 1888-1988, surveying changes in both apparel and lifestyle. It also features clothing worn by key figures in Wichita’s history, including the city’s first female mayor, Connie Peters, and civil rights icon Chester I. Lewis. Wichita Wore What? A Century of Local Fashion spotlights our city’s fashionable history. In 1870, Wichita officially boasted about 700 residents. By the turn of the 20th century, however, Wichita had become a major regional center offering a wide var ..read more

Free fun for the whole family brought to you by StopSuicideICT, the Coonrod Family, Liz McGinness, and Therapy Corner. O.J. Watson Park is a beautiful 119-acre park with a 40-acre lake for fishing and pedal boats. This park offers a rustic setting for fishing and picnicking. Sunday, June 11th at 11am at OJ Watson Park: Rides and Games Face Painting Balloon Animals Free Family Resources & More Free Family Fun Day at OJ Watson Park Wichita on the Cheap - Living the Good Life for Less ..read more

Rock River Rapids, the water park in Derby, will open on May 29, 2023, for the summer season. It is a premier water park in south-central Kansas! Rock River Rapids is a full-service Aquatic Park with Concessions, Lockers (provide your own lock), a Bathhouse, and Gift Counter. There are numerous areas at the park liberally equipped with lounge chairs for relaxing. The Park is staffed with Supervisors and a security officer to ensure you have a comfortable and safe stay at the Park. About Rock River Rapids:  Zero depth pool for the younger kiddos A lap pool is a full-sized 50-meter O ..read more

Free talk on May 30th at 5:30 pm at Tallgrass Film Center at the Lux – 120 East 1st street North Unit 113.  THE MESQUITE MILE The Mesquite Mile is a multi-phase project that aims to relocate regionally historic mesquites from commercial agricultural land (where they are routinely removed) to Lubbock’s urban core. The project utilizes art as a tool to create a drought resistant shade canopy and public food forest—converting lawns and surplus space into interconnected rainwater harvesting earthworks that reimagine the narrative of this vital keystone species. ARTIST BIO Travis Neel is an a ..read more

Visit GreenAcres Market West Wichita for their Summer Kick-Off Event on May 20th from 11 am- 2 pm! Bring the whole family and enjoy FREE samples, savings, kid-oriented demos, giveaways, and more. Stay in touch with GreenAcres on social media for the latest healthy living research and information from nationally-recognized wellness experts. Click HERE to follow them on Facebook.  They are committed to motivating and supporting those looking to lead healthier lives. More than just selling products, GreenAcres builds strong, healthy communities. Did you know that GreenAcres has a great Blog ..read more