KMUW Community Calendar

There's trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson's six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain's fall. Featuring songs such as "Seventy-Six Trombones," "Trouble," "'Til There Was You," "Pickalittle" and “Gary, Indiana," The Music Man is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation.

FloraKansas is our annual spring native and adaptable plant sale. Our customers find plants at affordable prices and enjoy supporting the mission of the Arboretum. Our repeat customers tell us how pleased they are by the quality of our plants – and how well these plants are adapted to Kansas’ challenging climate. Those who live with hard Kansas clay, wet in the spring and dry in the summer, tell us these plants not only survive – they thrive.

Join in a discussion! March: "Rain Gods" by James Lee Burke, April: "Probable Claws" by Rita Mae Brown, and May: "Turn of the Key" by Ruth Ware.

Learn about creating, editing and saving documents using basic formatting tools in Microsoft Word. Practice cut and paste, and the spell check feature. Must have basic keyboard and mouse skills. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Join us for a panel discussion about how Wichita is making efforts to address extreme heat through initiatives that preserve the tree canopy, improve energy efficiency and keep residents cool.

Every Tuesday night, you can explore a new activity or craft, dive into your own project, or simply relax and hang out with friends. For grades 6-12.

Enjoy the classic needle arts in the company of others who share your interest in knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch and weaving. All skill levels are welcome.

Step away from the desk and into the park. A midweek rest has returned to the city’s core for Downtown Wichita’s Yoga in the Park. The rejuvenating, all-levels yoga session is designed to help you de-stress, stretch and reconnect with your community! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or unrolling a mat for the first time, there’s a spot for you downtown.

When: Wednesdays, noon to 1 p.m., April 8 – May 27.
Class begins promptly at 12:15 p.m.
Where: Chester I. Lewis Reflection Square Park, 205 E. Douglas Ave.
Cost: Free (Registration Required).
What to Bring: A yoga mat (or a beach towel), a water bottle and a smile.
Why Join Us?

Breath of Fresh Air: Boost your mood and vitamin D levels by practicing yoga outdoors.
Community Connection: Meet your neighbors and strengthen your bond with the downtown Wichita community.
Mind-Body Reset: Lower your stress and increase mental clarity in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.

Join us for art activities exploring thoughts, feelings, and identities through creativity. For youth grades 6 through 12. Supplies provided by NAMI Wichita. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Learn about cyber/social media safety including web threat management, safe practices, and password protection. Register online at wichitalibrary.org/events or by calling 316-261-8500.

Find joy in playing with the open-ended materials provided in the Westlink Branch's outdoor space. For ages 3-8.