Community Calendar

Join us every Saturday for Storytime Saturdays at Watermark Books & Café! Designed for children ages 2-6, this engaging weekly event features the reading of two carefully selected books, followed by a fun, hands-on activity. Watermark’s Children’s Coordinator, Kassandra, curates seasonal and holiday-themed stories to create an enriching experience for young readers and their families.

Calling all book lovers and collectors! The Friends of WAM will have a wide selection of gently-used books for all ages and interests, including fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, and many 1st editions, author signed and rare-finds. These will go quickly, so plan to arrive early to get first pick! All proceeds from the Mini Used Book Sale benefit WAM’s events and programs.

The Clayworks presents the captivating artistry of Dottie Evans, featured artist for May 2025, showcasing in the Midtown Gallery. Hours are Monday-Saturday 10:00am- 3:00pm.

Be enchanted by a diverse collection of art quilts, modern designs, and timeless traditional quilts, spanning intimate wall hangings to stunning bed sized masterpieces.

Your visit also supports The Clayworks, a vital part of Disability Supports' commitment to elevating care for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Google Sheets is a spreadsheet program, similar to Microsoft Excel, that allows you to create, edit and share data, using spreadsheets. Call (316) 261-8500, or visit www.wichitalibrary.org to register.

All aboard for Andover’s newest spring event – HeritageFest!
Join us as we step back in time to celebrate our city’s roots with themed food, old-time photos, kids’ activities, and an unforgettable trip into the past. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 17, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at The Heritage (located off Yorktown Road and Kellogg).

Did you know that a train robbery took place in Andover back in 1898? In a dramatic turn of events, a depot agent ran to a nearby church for help - right in the middle of an ice cream social!

Andover’s history is full of fascinating stories, and we can’t wait to bring them to life at HeritageFest!

Just a few of the activities on Saturday, May 17, 2025:
-Ice cream social provided by Cuppa Yo
-Music by The Haymakers and Diamond W. Wranglers
-Themed food at Livingston's Cafe
-Old-time photos for the entire family by Miss Purdy
-Candy and merch shop with memorabilia to purchase
-Activities for families and children including sack racing, gold panning, and more

HeritageFest is free and open to the public, inspired by Andover’s historic train era.

Meet the Speaker

Pamela Brillhart is a dedicated wife, mother of four children, grandmother of eleven, and great-grandmother of seven. Her love of genealogy began at the age of twelve when she encountered family group sheets for the first time. Currently, Pamela is passionate about encouraging others to add their ancestors’ photos to FamilySearch and Ancestry, helping descendants connect faces to names.

An avid reader, Pamela enjoys exploring a variety of books, especially the scriptures. She graduated from Wichita State University in 2011 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, majoring in Accounting with minors in Finance and Management.

Pamela is an active member of the Little Arkansas Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, where she has served as Regent for the past six years. She is also a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and has served in numerous leadership and service roles within the church.

About the Program

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FamilySearch is one of the most popular and comprehensive websites for genealogical research. With an assortment of records available, it’s an invaluable resource for family historians. However, not all records are accessible from home—some require a visit to a licensed Family History Center or Affiliate Library.

In this session, you’ll learn how to identify and retrieve restricted records as well as effectively navigate and search the vast collection of readily available resources. Additionally, discover how to make the most of the family history pages within FamilySearch to enhance your research and uncover your ancestors’ stories.

FamilySearch.org is one of the most popular web sites for genealogical research. Learn how to identify, search, and retrieve records, along with using their family history pages.

Love jigsaw puzzles? Attend a come-and-go with a puzzle exchange (bring one, take one), timed challenges, art activity, and more.

America’s largest interactive comedy murder dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults.

Each ticket includes our signature award-winning mystery dinner theatre show, along with a full plated dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of surprises during the show.

"La Cenerentola," or “The Triumph of Goodness” tells the classic tale of Cinderella seen through the sunny Italian lens of the great comedic genius, Giachino Rossini.

"La Cenerentola" is a enchanting operatic twist on the beloved Cinderella tale, filled with humor, romance, and beautiful music. In this version, Prince Ramiro disguises himself as a servant to find a bride based on character rather than appearance, while his valet, Dandini, poses as the Prince. The kind-hearted Cenerentola (Cinderella) captures the true Prince's heart, not with a glass slipper, but with a pair of matching bracelets. In this version, the two stepsisters are as ugly and conniving as ever, but instead of a stepmother, the sisters are overseen by a buffoonish and nasty stepfather. Furthermore, the role of the fairy god mother is filled with a kindly and gentle “Godfather.”

This opera showcases Rossini's hilarious comedic timing and brilliant melodies, as the characters navigate mistaken identities, family tensions, and the search for true love. With its themes of forgiveness triumphing over cruelty and inner beauty outshining superficial charm, "La Cenerentola" offers a delightful evening of entertainment that will appeal to seasoned opera lovers and newcomers alike. Don't miss this magical production that proves dreams really do come true!

Your Stage, Your Spotlight: Four Nights, One Incredible Vibe.

Join Music Theatre Wichita for Musical Mondays in May! Every Monday night, celebrate Music Theatre Wichita’s upcoming 2025 season with an open mic and musical showcase featuring themes from each production. Bring your sheet music and share your talent, or simply enjoy a night of music.

Lineup:

May 6th: Waitress/Sara Bareilles Night
May 13th: Crazy For You/Gershwin Night
May 20th: Newsies/Disney Night
May 27th: A Grand Night For Singing/Rodgers and Hammerstein Night

This monthly flea market is operated by a local Wichita family with around 200 local and regional vendor booths with items that include antiques, crafts, vintage items, collectibles, primitives, reclaimed items, comics, artwork, jewelry, toys, and so much more. What treasures will you find?

ShowerUp: Mobile Showers And Personal Care ShowerUp serves those experiencing homelessness and anyone in need by providing mobile showers, hygiene resources, and personal care. It’s our goal to Shower Grace, Hope, and Love with everyone.

The Clayworks presents the captivating artistry of Dottie Evans, featured artist for May 2025, showcasing in the Midtown Gallery. Hours are Monday-Saturday 10:00am- 3:00pm.

Be enchanted by a diverse collection of art quilts, modern designs, and timeless traditional quilts, spanning intimate wall hangings to stunning bed sized masterpieces.

Your visit also supports The Clayworks, a vital part of Disability Supports' commitment to elevating care for individuals with intellectual disabilities.