KMUW Community Calendar

100 free trees are coming to Wichita neighborhoods. ICT Trees will be distributing free trees to homeowners, churches and businesses on Saturday April 11, 2026, from 10 AM to 3PM, at Emporia Park, 1143 N Emporia.

The City of Wichita's Parks Department will demonstrate the proper way to plant a tree. Employees of the City's Forestry Section will be on hand to answer questions.

Tree recipients are required to register for their tree on-line prior to the event. Any trees that aren't picked up by 3 PM will be available on a first come first served basis.

The Workroom's 2nd Saturday Artisan Market is back and we are doing it bigger and better than ever for our 13 YEAR anniversary! We will be taking over Naftzger Park and St Francis alongside our building to host an array of local artists, makers and entrepreneurs PLUS dis, special performers, youth arts, food trucks, a champagne garden and more!

Harvester Arts will also have art and engagement opportunities on-site.

Kelly W. Davis Running International Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to surpporting vulnerable communities by advancing educational opportunities in Kenya and throughout Africa, while also sponsoring community-based initiatives in the United States.

Kelly Wairimu Ndung’u (née Davis) is a journalist based in the United States. During her tenure as Miss Kenya, she founded this nonprofit organization to give back to her community and to empower young girls in Kenya through education and opportunity. Since its inception, the organization’s mission has expanded to serve vulnerable communities across other regions of Africa as well as the United States. Kelly is married to Samson Ndung’u Kariuki.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of food, dance and fun in support of a wonderful cause. $100/person. April 11 from 6 to 11 pm at the Hilton Garden Inn.

For tickets, call Cecilia - 316-992-8578, Margaret - 316-775-8278, or Roseline - 3162048968

Get ready for an unforgettable evening where every laugh, every game, and every winning moment helps change lives right here in Wichita and across Kansas!

Proceeds from this fundraiser stay right here in Kansas and directly support Goodwill’s mission programs. Your generosity gives people with disabilities and employment barriers the tools to build brighter futures for themselves and their families. Because of supporters like you, individuals can access adult education classes, in-demand certification training, job placement support, and additional life‑changing services. Your support truly changes lives and strengthens our Kansas communities.

Event Details

When: Friday, April 17

What time: 6:30-10:00 PM

Where: Distillery 244 Old Town

What's Happening

Five lively bingo games
Silent auction with exciting items
Raffle prizes you'll want to win
A fast-paced round of Heads or Tails
Dinner buffet, dessert table, and drink tickets to keep the fun going
Every ticket sold and every game played supports our mission of transforming lives and communities through the power of education, training, and employment.

Come ready to play, bid, laugh, and make an impact. We can't wait to see you there!

Engineering Expo is a family fun event with 40+ activities for kids K-8th grade. This event takes place in Wichita, Kansas. As the flagship event for the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Wichita Professional Section, the FREE Engineering Expo has been igniting the imaginations of girls and boys via a spectrum of STEM-related concepts and hands-on activities since 1998. STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, and math. We focus on enabling the next generation to explore STEM as an avenue to understand the world around them and explore the art of the possible.

We’re back and more excited than ever! This spring, Open Streets ICT returns to the WSU & Shocker Neighborhood, transforming nearly two miles of 17th Street into a lively, people-powered celebration of community, movement, and wellness. With the street closed to traffic, the space comes alive—perfect for walking, biking, skating, running, dancing, and discovering all the fun along the way.
There’s truly something for everyone! Enjoy mouthwatering eats from local food trucks, soak in live music and high-energy performances, and explore neighborhood businesses and community organizations lining the route. Every step, roll, and groove helps activate our streets and supports a healthier, more connected Wichita.
So grab your friends, bring the family, and get ready for an afternoon full of laughter, connection, and feel-good fun. Let’s open the streets, energize the neighborhood, and make even more unforgettable memories in 2026!