KMUW Community Calendar

Step into the spotlight and experience the magic where Disney meets Broadway! Young performers will sing, dance, and shine to favorite songs from beloved Disney stories that made their way to the Broadway stage — including hits from The Lion King, Aladdin, Frozen, Mary Poppins, Tarzan, Newsies, The Little Mermaid, and more! Each day will be filled with high-energy dance combinations, ensemble singing, theatre games, and creative activities designed to help students grow as performers while having a blast. The camp will conclude with a magical showcase performance where family and friends can see these young stars bring Disney’s Broadway magic to life! Perfect for performers of all experience levels — whether your child is brand new to the stage or already loves the spotlight, Disney on Broadway is the perfect summer adventure! The camp fee is $225.00.

• Full Day Option: $400.00 — Campers may attend both daily sessions and stay all day. Students should bring a lunch to enjoy during the supervised break.

Jump into our songwriting workshop and team up to learn the basics of lyric-writing, composition, and creative collaboration. Tickets available 30 min before program in Teen Pavilion. For grades 6-12.

Slow down and connect over puzzles at the library. During this drop-in program, work on puzzles together - no agenda or pressure, just a shared table and time to enjoy. For ages 12+.

Intimidated by your smartphone? Fear not, the library is here! Learn how to use email and text functions, download useful apps, navigate the internet safely, and much more. Don't miss out! Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Join our growing community of writers to learn more about the craft of writing and receive feedback on your own Works-in-Progress. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Drop in for casual chess at the library! All skill levels welcome. Boards will be provided just bring your curiosity and enjoy a relaxed, friendly gaming space.

We are a group of individuals practicing cultivation of the mind. All ages and people are welcome. Each week we have a thirty minute guided meditation followed by discussion. Our topics include meditation practice and living a life of compassion and contemplation. You do not need to have any experience to join and you will be welcomed by a very loving group of individuals. This is not a religious gathering. Please join us if you could use an hour of deep relaxation!

Luke Bryan recently ranked in the Top 20 of Pollstar's Artists of the Millennium List based on ticket sales. Luke was one of the only two country artists to make Pollstar's Top 20, having sold more than 20 million concert tickets in his career.

With Special Guests Drew Baldridge, Raelynn & Karley Scott Collins

Summer Concert Series
Thu, June 11 | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Join us on the Plaza every Thursday evening from June 11 through July 2 for four nights of live music.

Each week brings something new, from high-energy tribute acts to local legends, curated with every kind of music lover in mind. Concerts begin at 7:30 PM, with family-friendly fun kicking off at 6:00 PM.

🎶 This year’s lineup:
• June 11 – Friendly Thieves
• June 18 – just Tori & the Rockies
• June 25 – Eclipse Wichita
• July 2 – King Cabbage Brass Band, followed by a fireworks finale at 9:30 PM by Victory Pyrotechnics

A longtime Wichita favorite, the Summer Concert Series is all about great music, good energy, and time spent together outdoors. Bring a chair, come ready to move, and enjoy the evening with friends and family. Free and open to all, just RSVP in advance to secure your spot.

Want to make it a little more special? Grab a VIP ticket for reserved seating, exclusive treats, and a night with nothing to worry about but the music.

Music Theatre Wichita's "Hello, Dolly!"

Rated G
The timeless tale that reminds us it’s never too late to embrace joy. Step into the dazzling world of Dolly Levi, the irrepressible matchmaker who’s about to orchestrate the most important match of all—her own! This beloved musical bursts with infectious energy, spectacular dance numbers, and songs you’ll be humming long after the curtain falls. Join thousands of theatre lovers who’ve discovered why this Tony Award-winning masterpiece continues to fill hearts and theaters worldwide.

Step into a world of dazzling charm, big laughs, and Broadway magic with Hello, Dolly! Follow the unstoppable Dolly Gallagher Levi — a witty matchmaker with a flair for adventure — as she schemes, dances, and sings her way through turn-of-the-century New York in pursuit of love, fortune, and a little mischief. Packed with iconic songs, colorful characters, high-energy dance numbers, and heartwarming moments, this beloved musical is a joyful celebration of romance, second chances, and living life to the fullest. Whether you’re a lifelong theater fan or seeing it for the first time, Hello, Dolly! promises an unforgettable night of laughter, spectacle, and pure Broadway sparkle.

How It Works
Collect your bingo card from Watermark Books & Café or Love of Character. In-store or online.
Get reading and be sure to mark off the corresponding squares on your bingo card.
Once you’ve hit bingo (5 boxes in a horizontal. Vertical. Or diagonal line.) Bring your card into the store and exchange it for a completion prize!
Your completed card will then be entered into a drawing for a grand prize!
Extra Credit: Feel like earning a few more entries? A full card (All 25 squares filled in) will be entered into the grand prize drawing 5 times!

All completed children's cards will receive a prize for turning in the card, and will be entered into the Grand Prize drawing!

Each age bracket will have a Grand Prize winner, which is a tote with a gift card to Love of Character and to Watermark Books & Cafe, with additional goodies!

Participants are encouraged to enter as many bingo cards as they wish. However, completion prizes will only be awarded upon the first entry. Completion prizes may vary, and certain items will only be available while supplies last.

All entries must be returned to Watermark Books & Café or Love of Character by 3 pm on August 31st, to be eligible for the grand prize drawing. No purchase is necessary to participate. If you have any questions, please email us at books@watermarkbooks.com

Thursday, May 21: First day of Summer Reading
Thursday, June 25: First day prizes are available
Thursday, July 30: Last day of Summer Reading Program

Unearth a Story with the Summer Reading Program! Each summer, we encourage pre-readers, kids, and teens to read books, track their progress to earn free prizes, and explore fun, educational programs and activities with the Wichita Public Library.

The Summer Reading Program is for adults, too! Read any five books or complete five activities from a list provided by the Library to be entered into a grand prize drawing.

Step into the spotlight and experience the magic where Disney meets Broadway! Young performers will sing, dance, and shine to favorite songs from beloved Disney stories that made their way to the Broadway stage — including hits from The Lion King, Aladdin, Frozen, Mary Poppins, Tarzan, Newsies, The Little Mermaid, and more! Each day will be filled with high-energy dance combinations, ensemble singing, theatre games, and creative activities designed to help students grow as performers while having a blast. The camp will conclude with a magical showcase performance where family and friends can see these young stars bring Disney’s Broadway magic to life! Perfect for performers of all experience levels — whether your child is brand new to the stage or already loves the spotlight, Disney on Broadway is the perfect summer adventure! The camp fee is $225.00.

• Full Day Option: $400.00 — Campers may attend both daily sessions and stay all day. Students should bring a lunch to enjoy during the supervised break.

11th Annual Juneteenth ICT Celebration
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Celebrate Juneteenth with Community. A local tradition rooted In History, Unity, Culture, Joy, and more!

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Purchase your armbands now at the following locations:
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Jewel Angels
3236 E Douglas Ave
Suite 200
Wichita, KS 67208

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Left on Read
612 E Douglas Ave
Suite 200
Wichita, KS 67202
*No Cash at this location*

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2Beatz Boutique
320 S Market St
Wichita, KS 67202

For the full schedule of events visit: https://www.coreofwichita.org/juneteenthictschedule