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It’s time for a change. Next Best Thing was intended to be a limited-run commentary focused on ways to stay connected digitally during stay-at-home orders. It will continue on, but as a public service announcement about local events, and we’re calling it Next Up.
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First up this time is Carnival of the Animals, presented by Ballet Wichita. The free, family-friendly production is described as a “colorful journey…
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Naftzger Park, downtown at the corner of Douglas and St. Francis, has three upcoming events.First up is SHiNE Dance Fitness — a dance workout for ages 8…
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Spring began on March 20, but it’s finally feeling official as the outdoor events and activities we look forward to each year start back up.This coming…
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February is Black History Month, and there are several local opportunities to be entertained and informed this month and well beyond.This Thursday at 6:30…
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If, like me, you miss trivia night at your favorite local bar, get a cocktail to go instead and check out nprpresents.org. There you’ll find the virtual…
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Wichita’s NEA Big Read kicks off this Saturday with a live celebration at 2:30 p.m. on KPTS Channel 8. Usually held in October, last year’s program was…
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One of my favorite things to do over the holidays is curl up with a blanket and some hot cocoa and watch something festive. Once you’ve blown through all…
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Yes, the winter holidays are going to be different this year, but rather than sulk, let’s look for new ways to come together and honor the holiday…
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Last Friday was the First Friday of November, but if—like me—you were still recovering from election night, then you weren’t in any shape to leave the…
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Halloween will be here soon, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate outdoors with the little ones:Sedgwick County Zoo presents Boo at the Zoo on…
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A typical October in Wichita is jam-packed with festivals, fairs and events. Although things are quite different this time, there's still plenty to do…