KMUW Community Calendar

Kids ages 6-14 will develop Pokémon skills in our friendly, inclusive space. No prior experience required! Pick up a free ticket half an hour before the program for entry.

Join a classic high fantasy Dungeons & Dragons campaign! We'll choose a campaign setting and play it throughout the program season. New players welcome! Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. For ages 12-17.

Regulars and fan favorites from “Kill Tony”, the #1 live podcast in the world, bring their standup show on the road with “Killers of Kill Tony”.

Building upon the success and energy of “Kill Tony”, "Killers of Kill Tony" showcases the diverse talent pool of comedians who have graced the stage of the original podcast with their wit, humor, and unique comedic styles. “Killers of Kill Tony” will feature your favorite characters doing their longer standup sets, all in one night.

The current “Killers of Kill Tony” lineup includes David Lucas, Martin Phillips, Dedrick Flynn, and Ahren Belisle. This lineup is subject to change.

A new contemporary ballet inspired by Giselle and set within the world of Día de los Muertos, co-created with Newman University.

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On the one night the veil between the living and the dead grows thin, a village gathers to welcome the spirits home. When Giselle dies from Albrecht's betrayal, she passes into the realm of the Spirit Brides, souls bound to this world by love left unfinished. Carrying the weight of what he did, Albrecht follows her. He has until dawn to face the truth of his choices.

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Danced to Adolphe Adam's original Giselle score alongside new contemporary music.

Runtime: 120 minutes
Rated: PG
Tickets: $21

October 9 - 7:00 PM
October 10 - 2:00 PM
October 11 - 2:00 PM

The Tony Award-winning tale of love, murder, and revenge specially adapted for and performed by teen actors of The Academy at MTWichita. This School Edition modifies the story to be suitable for high schoolers while keeping the dark wit of the original.
The story follows Sweeney Todd, an exiled barber who returns to 19th-century London seeking vengeance against the judge who framed him. He teams up with Mrs. Lovett, the owner of a failing pie shop. Soon, Todd’s quest for revenge inspires a secret ingredient for her meat pies that has Londoners lining up for more.”

Take A Chance On MANIA……and you won’t be disappointed!

Mania the ABBA Tribute has successfully toured every continent in the world and has played over 3,000 live concerts in over 35 countries. Recent highlights included a second run in London’s West End where the show performed for a month in the iconic Shaftesbury Theatre, London in May 2021. The show also enjoyed an 80-date sell-out USA National tour in 2022/2023, Mania continues in its quest to bring the music of the Swedish ‘Supergroup’ to millions of fans, old and new!

Exuberant and delightfully entertaining, Much Ado About Nothing is one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies, exploring identity, marriage, and communication through the witty sparring of Benedick and Beatrice. With sharp banter, mistaken identities, and romance, it remains a theatrical favorite.

Actors From The London Stage (AFTLS), founded in 1975 at UC Santa Barbara by Homer “Murph” Swander and Sir Patrick Stewart, presents Shakespeare with five actors using minimal props and multiple roles. Touring U.S. colleges twice yearly, they also lead classes and workshops, bringing Shakespeare’s text vividly to life.

Actors From the London Stage — Much Ado About Nothing is proudly sponsored by the KSU Karate Club.

This year's conference, centered on America's 250th anniversary, discusses how ordinary people left extraordinary clues about their lives. Whether you are just beginning your family tree or have been researching for years, you'll come away with new ideas, new tools, and a deeper appreciation for the generations that helped build our nation. Presenter Megan Clark Young will discuss how you can use military records, land and court documents, historical context, and lineage society resources to learn more about your Revolutionary Era ancestors.

Megan Clark Young is a professional genealogist who enjoys helping people discover the stories hidden in old records and family papers. With more than 25 years of experience researching families and early American history, she has a gift for making complex genealogical puzzles understandable and approachable.

As the owner of MACY's Genealogical Research, Megan's presentations are known for blending practical research techniques with the fascinating history that shaped our ancestors' lives.

The Expanding Your Horizons event on Saturday, October 10th is a FREE one-day event hosted by Wichita State University that introduces middle school students to a variety of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) areas. Attendees will meet STEM role models, participate in hands-on activities, and learn more about careers in those fields. Everyone is encouraged to attend!

Join us as we inspire middle school students to pursue a career in a STEM field! We seek to foster a welcoming environment and actively encourage participation from all students, particularly those from groups that have not traditionally been encouraged to consider a career in a STEM field.

Where: Hubbard Hall at Wichita State University (see map for parking on website)
Who: Any middle school student – Parents and family members can attend keynote, optional parent’s session and campus tour (see schedule on website)
What: Registration is FREE and includes all three workshops and lunch in Shocker Dining Hall.
How: Find more information and link to register at www.wichita.edu/eyh

🍂IT’S BAZAAR TIME! 🍂
The 34th Annual St. Peter Fall Bazaar is BACK and bursting with handmade treasures!
🗓 October 10 | 9 AM–3 PM
📍 St. Peter Catholic School — 11010 Southwest Blvd, Wichita, KS
🛍 100 BOOTHS packed with handmade artisan goods — discover beautiful jewelry, home décor, seasonal crafts, gifts, boutique items, and one-of-a-kind creations you won’t find in stores. It’s the perfect place to find something special while supporting talented makers and small businesses.
🥧 Don’t miss the Country Store, overflowing with mouth-watering homemade pies, fresh breads, cookies, and sweet treats everyone raves about!
🍽 Hot lunch served — come hungry and stay awhile!
Grab your friends, bring your shopping bags, and get ready to shop, snack, and celebrate fall!
Support handmade. Support small business. Be part of a beloved 34-year tradition! 🍁🛍

Let your child find the joy in playing with the open-ended materials provided in the Westlink Library's outdoor space. For ages 3-8.

Print a custom design on a T-shirt with our Cricut EasyPress T-shirt press! This is a project-based class where you will create a design using Design Space and use the T-shirt EasyPress heat press. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Join us for a project-based class using the Cricut Maker 3 and the Janome sewing machine to create a small decorative pillow. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Join us for a live reading of selections from books that are current targets of challenges and bans, followed by a discussion about the freedom to read freely.