Apr 26 Friday
Come for the READiculous Book Sale and stay for the art making! Explore your creative side by turning discarded book pages into unique works of art in this free, informal program. No artistic skill necessary and no reservations required. Drop by anytime between 6 and 8 pm.
Apr 27 Saturday
Plant sale of Kansas native and adaptable plants.
Friends of the Wichita Art Museum READiculous Book SaleApril 26-28Friday 4/26 - 5pm to 9pmSaturday 4/27 - 10am to 5pmSunday 4/28 - 10am to 5pmWichita Art Museum, Great Hall Cost is free and includes general admission to the museum. Bring $$ for books!The READiculous Book Sale is a three-day extravaganza and the FWAM largest fundraising event of the year! We 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. All proceeds benefit WAM’s events and programs. Plus, there will be fun events throughout the museum perfect for the whole family.
This class is for the beginning computer user. We'll cover the basics of how to use a computer, including using a mouse and navigating the Microsoft Windows Operating System. No previous computer skills necessary. Call 261-8500 to register.
• Coloring Station hosted by Get Ya Color On Studios (River Lobby)• Drop-in art making – Turn discarded book pages into unique works of art! (Art Studio)• Check out PLAYo Discover a variety of beautifully illustrated children’s picture books in the Book Nooko Make a bookmark in the Art Lab• Tators & Toppings Food Truck (outside of WAM main entrance)
Performances11:30 – Sonalli Kurlekar, Classical Indian Dancer (Ablah gallery)1:30 – St. Anthony’s Lion Dance Team (Great Hall)Times TBD – Storytelling in (im)permanent galleries (2nd floor)
Grab a bite to eat or a cup of coffee for this online lunch-time virtual chat, open-access session with Bonita Gooch, Editor-in-Chief of The Community Voice. Friday, July 7, 12:00pm-1:00pmWe'll talk about community issues, ideas for stories, your likes or dislikes about the paper or anything else.It's our chance to hear from our readers. We care what you think! We'll share what we know!! This event happens on the first Friday of each month, just register and on the Thursday before the event we will email you the link to join in the webinar.
The Wichita Grand Opera proudly presents Leonard Bernstein's brilliant comic operetta, Candide. Acclaimed actor Kelsey Grammer, of Cheers and Frasier fame, stars in the semi-staged production and brings his signature wit and charisma to this glittering satire.
The production also features Metropolitan Opera singer Emily Pulley, both directing and performing on stage. Rising stars Jonathan Johnson and Amy Owens perform the lead roles of Candide and Cunegonde. Inspired by Voltaire's novella, the story follows the adventures of the innocent Candide on his quest for meaning and happiness in a world full of absurdity and chaos. Bernstein's dazzling score incorporates a whirlwind of musical styles including lush romanticism, jazz, waltzes, a sizzling tango, and much more. With Grammer's wit, the vocal pyrotechnics of the cast and the vibrant energy of the chorus & orchestra, this Candide guarantees an unforgettable night of emotion and laughter.
Apr 28 Sunday
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.
Tour de Wichita is the only urban ride and walk that both highlights Wichita’s attractions and helps two great local nonprofit organizations— Bike Walk Wichita and Great Plains Diabetes!
This year’s event will be on April 28th, 2024 and we want YOU to join us!
Tour de Wichita is a fun Sunday afternoon ride and walk that takes participants by some of Wichita’s most popular attractions, neighborhoods, paths, artwork, and architecture.
Riders and walkers will pass by The Monarch, Riverfront Stadium, The Keeper of the Plains as well as explore the Douglas Design District, Downtown Wichita, Midtown, the Nomar/North end area, Delano, and so much more!
The Tour de Wichita draws hundreds of like-minded participants all of whom love the outdoors, exploring our city and helping local nonprofits working to make Wichita a healthier place to live! If you are looking for fun events in Wichita, we invite you to join us! This event has accessibility options for people of all abilities!
Haymakers
October 16th, 2022 - from 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Humbird
October 30th, 2022 - from 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Goodnight Moonshine
November 13th, 2022 - from 4:00pm - 6:30pm
John Fullbright
December 11th, 2022 - from 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Lindsay Lou
January 15th, 2023 - from 4:00pm - 6:30pm
The Barefoot Movement
January 29th, 2023 - from 4:00pm - 6:30pm
The Small Glories
February 4th, 2023 - from 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Bella White
February 19th, 2023 - from 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Dyck Arboretum of the Plains177 W. Hickory StreetHesston, KS 67062
Apr 29 Monday