All About Wichita

(Blog Sunday 7/26/2010)

Recap and What’s Coming: This week both Liz and I attended the Music Theatre of Wichita (MTW) production of Annie. It was a good show packed with wonderful songs, delightful comedy, and a bracing dose of optimism! The good show was made great through the efforts of a talented cast. Michael DeVries played Oliver Warbucks to a tee on somewhat of a “busman’s holiday” as he took a brief vacation from the Broadway cast of Wicked to perform at MTW. Miss Hannigan was very ably portrayed by Jennifer Perry in her MTW debute. The Annie role was very capably handled by Alyssa Danley, a 14 year old with an outstanding vocal presence. The role of Sandy was played by Labradoodle named Dudley. He is a trained therapy dog whose trainer and companion, Kelly Spencer is affiliated with the Family Dog Training and Behavioral Center. This large cast had too many others to recognize each and every one. However, there was one little gem who deserves special recognition. Laura Smith, age 7, played Mollie in a particularly charming and endearing way. The Wichita Eagle has put up a photo gallery of the MTW production.

July 26-August 1, 2010: Some of the things of potential interest going on in Wichita and surrounding communities this week include:

The Wichita Wingnuts, Wichita’s professional baseball team, host the 2010 American Association All-Star Game on Tuesday. Game time is 7:05 pm at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium. Ticketing information is available at the Wingnuts’ website or by calling (316) 264-NUTS.

On Wednesday night the Cotillion features Seasons After with special guests 2 Cents plus Taking Dawn. Seasons After is a five piece Rock/Metal band from the Wichita that was formed in late 2006. Showtime is 7:00 pm. Tickets are available through Select-A-Seat online or by calling (316) 722-4201.

On Thursday evening Watermark Books and Café and Artifacts present a a special “Poems & Polaroids” two-part event. At 7:00 pm, writer and filmmaker Kate McBride will read and sign books at Watermark. She will then appear at an art show and reception five doors down at Artifacts. Both businesses are located in the Lincoln Heights Shopping Center. Both events are free.

Also on Thursday night at the Cotillion there will be a fundraiser for Heartspring featuring Magic Slim & The Teardrop. The show starts at 8:00 pm. Tickets are available through Select-A-Seat online or by calling (316) 722-4201.

On Friday night, the Museum of World Treasures will be holding a fundraiser entitled “A Night of Treasures – Bella Note.” A romantic Italian evening will include handsome Roman Gladiators roaming throughout the museum, complimentary wine and beer, souvenir glasses for purchase to enjoy “Bottomless Bellini’s,” a caricature artist to capture your enjoyment, silent and live auctions, and commemorative photos of your Night of Treasures! The event will be emceed by B98’s Tracy Cassidy and Brett Harris. Music will be by Roberto Bernardinello and Il Portico with food by Blue Moon Caterers. A live auction will be conducted by auctioneer Ryan Caffrey. Tickets may be purchased online at the Museum’s website or by calling (316) 263-1311.

Also on Friday, Watermark Books and Café will be holding an exhibit opening and reception for artist Lee Shiney. The reception is from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. As a special bonus, KMUW 89.1 FM will be there with Freddy’s Frozen Custard to “fill your mug!” Bring your KMUW mug that night from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m., and Freddy’s will fill it with frozen custard. There will also be live music and a fun tchotchkes table! This is one of several free Final Friday events.

Three other Friday events are the Power 93.9 Freaknic Jam with Plies at the Hartman Arena, Joan Armatrading at the Cotillion, and Marvin Hamlisch at the Orpheum Theatre. Showtimes and ticketing details may be found at the appropriate venue’s website.

The 39th Annual Powwow will be held at the Mid-America All-Indian Center on Saturday (1:00 pm to 10:00 pm) and Sunday (12:00 pm to 6:00 pm). This event features dance competitions, arts & crafts booths and a court. Admission to the powwow is free, and admission to the Museum is discounted.

There are still more things to do! Check the All About Wichita calendar for additional events and exhibits that we didn’t have the room to list here. In the meanwhile, have a good week.

(Blog Sunday 7/18/2010)

Recap and What’s Coming: We didn’t do much this week except try to stay cool and figure out where to put all of the stuff Liz brought home from work. Liz has been making big changes this week as she officially retires from Arts Partners. She plans to spend a lot of her time writing articles and reviews for her website for About.com, which is part of the New York Times Company. Liz does the About Children’s Books site and has an About Children’s Books Facebook Fan Page. Check them out.

July 19-July 25, 2010: Some of the things of potential interest going on in Wichita and surrounding communities this week.

The Babylon Saints perform Monday night at the Blue Lounge. One of the group members is Joseph “Panhead” Peck, a Wichita native and a friend of Liz. The cover charge at $3.00 is quite modest.

Music Theatre of Wichita’s latest show, Annie opens Wednesday with performances Wednesday (8:00 pm), Thursday (8:00 pm), Friday (8:00 pm), Saturday (2:00 & 8:00 pm, and Sunday (2:00 & 7:00 pm). A perfect show for the whole family, this great Broadway treat is packed with wonderful songs, delightful comedy, and a bracing dose of optimism! Ticketing information is available through the MTW website.

Rascal Flatts will be performing at the Intrust Bank Arena on Thursday evening. This country music group is one of the decade’s top-selling and most awarded acts. Showtime is 7:30 pm. Tickets are available at the Arena’s box office or through Select-A-Seat online or by calling (316) 755-SEAT.

Kissin’ Country 102.1 Summer Splash will be held late Sunday afternoon. Featured acts are Eli Young, Randy Rogers Band, Kevin Fowler, and more! Showtime is 4:00 pm at the Hartman Arena. Tickets are available through Stage 1 Tickets.

There are still more things to do! Check the All About Wichita calendar for additional events and exhibits that we didn’t have the room to list here. In the meanwhile, have a good week.

(Blog Sunday 7/11/2010)

Recap and What’s Coming: All of the high energy dancing and singing was a big hit with the audience at Music Theatre of Wichita’s Crazy for You. Liz is already looking forward to Annie two weeks from now.

Liz also attended the Wichita Public Library’s news conference this week to learn about the library’s latest NEA grant for The Big Read. In October, residents of Wichita and other parts of south-central Kansas are invited to read Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God, discuss the book and attend related programs. To learn more, visit The Big Read – Wichita, the new website about the project.

July 12-July 18, 2010: There are a number of events of interest this week.

First on Tuesday evening, two acts that were regulars on the charts in the early ’80s, REO Speedwagon and Pat Benatar, will join forces for a summer co-headlining tour dubbed “Love On The Run.” They will be performing at the Intrust Bank Arena. Showtime is 7:00 pm. Tickets are available through Select-A-Seat online or by calling (316) 755-SEAT.

Also on Thursday, “Weird Al” Yankovic will be appearing at Wichita’s Cotillion Ballroom. The undisputed king of pop culture parody, “Wierd Al” has sold more comedy recordings than any other artist in history. In a career spanning nearly three decades, he has amassed 30 Gold and Platinum albums, 7 Gold and Platinum-certified home videos and 3 Grammy Awards (with 11 nominations). Showtime is 8:00 pm with tickets are available through Select-A-Seat online or by calling (316) 755-SEAT.

Wichita Community Theatre opens a new show this week. Entitled Almighty Bob, the play is about Bob who is being checked into a nursing home. Problem is that sometimes Bob thinks he is God. And sometimes he is right. Bob has become too much of a handful for his daughter Karen, so they’re trying a trial period at Dr. Wally’s nursing home with miraculous results. The show runs Thursday thru Saturday through July 31st. Showtime is 8:00 pm for all performances. Tickets are available at the door.

On Saturday (8:00 pm) and Sunday (4.00 pm) the Heart of America Men’s Chorus will be presenting a show called “Let Music Live.” This show will be a concert featuring music to stir the emotions and illustrate why we sing. The show is at the Orpheum Theatre. Tickets may be obtained online at the Chorus’ website or by calling (316) 708-4837.

There are still more things to do! Check the All About Wichita calendar for additional events and exhibits that we didn’t have the room to list here. In the meanwhile, have a good week.

(Blog Sunday 7/4/2010)

Recap and What’s Coming: First of all, let us wish you a somewhat belated, “Happy Independence Day!”

Next, an apology because we didn’t post anything last week. Liz and I left on a road trip to North Carolina on the 21st, and we just returned to town last Friday. The purpose for the trip was my daughter’s wedding on the beach. As I don’t fly, we spent three days driving there and back. I don’t know about Liz, but I was able to add three states (Kentucky, South Carolina and North Carolina) to my lifetime list of states visited. Though the wedding was held on the beach adjacent to the Surf Club, our accommodations were at the Comfort Inn in Shallotte, NC.

The wedding was beautiful. We had an opportunity to meet and socialize with our new vastly extended family. After several days I was able to put names and faces to the bridegroom’s brothers and their wives but it seems like that every time I turned around there was a new uncle or cousin or whatever. However, the family was wonderfully accepting, and we received several invitations to come back. I could see how my daughter and her children were part and parcel of the family already.

July 5-July 11, 2010: There are a number of events of interest this week.

First, for those not aware of it, Botanica has a weekly event called “Tuesdays on the Terrace.” Every Tuesday through September, the Garden mixes things up with live music, mixology and horticulture. You can enjoy cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages from The Bar’s Open from 5:30-7:30pm and enjoy the summer garden until 8:00pm.

Thursday evening from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm the Ulrich Museum of Art presents “Art for Your Ears” featuring Ray Bonneville. Described as a roaming blues poet, Bonneville is inspired by the road and the many places he has called home. A one-man band, he backs up weathered, storytelling vocals with a highly percussive guitar style, dramatic harmonica lines and a floor that keeps the rock steady beat. The event will be held in the McKnight Outdoor Plaza. Admission is free, and everyone is invited to bring chairs and blankets for the lawn, bask in the evening air, and converse with friends and family.

Also on Thursday, the Sedgwick County Zoo’s Summer Concert Series features the Honey Island Swamp Band. The concert begins at 7:30 but the Zoo opens at 6:30 for this event. Ticket information can be found at the SCZ website.

Friday also offers two events. The first is the 3rd Annual BAND TOGETHER Concert featuring Lotus and 3 Ring Circus. This is a benefit for the Mental Health Association. The concert venue is the Beech Activity Center and starts at 7:15 pm. Ticketing information is available from Select-A-Seat.

Friday also offers two events. The second is KMUW’s Literary Feast. This monthly dinner-and-book discussion series is the most delicious book club in town! Attendees enjoy appetizers, a gourmet dinner, dessert, coffee, and a rousing roundtable discussion of a major new book. This month’s book is Beatrice & Virgil by Yann Martel. The event is held at Watermark Books. Ticketing information by calling (316) 682-1181 or visiting the store.

There are still more things to do! Check the All About Wichita calendar for additional events and exhibits that we didn’t have the room to list here. In the meanwhile, have a good week.

(Blog Sunday 6/20/2010)

Recap and What’s Coming: First of all, to all those dads out there, “Happy Fathers’ Day!” My celebration was highlighted when my daughter and her husband-to-be took Liz and I to brunch at Hereford House which is located at Terradyne. Good food! Good company! What a great way to celebrate the day!

Liz passed a milestone this week when she retired from Arts Partners. Liz was the first, and for awhile only, staff member when the organization was founded in 1995. Although she plans to do keep her hand in by doing some consulting for them, Liz is looking forward to extra time to devote to her About Children’s Books site.

June 21-June 27, 2010: There are a number of events of interest this week.

Leading off, on Tuesday evening, Michael Bublé is appearing at the Intrust Bank Arena. The show begins at 8:00. Information about ticketing is available at the Arena website.

Also on Tuesday the Raleigh Ringers will be appearing at the Orpheum Theatre. Curtain time is 7:30 pm. This is an internationally acclaimed, advanced community handbell choir that has been dazzling concert audiences with unique interpretations of sacred, secular and popular music, including famous rock ‘n’ roll tunes arranged just for handbells. Further information about ticketing can be accessed at the Orpheum website.

Just a reminder that there are two outdoor concerts on Thursday. Both performances are at 8:00 pm. The the subdudes are performing at the Sedgwick County Zoo. Information about tickets is available at the Zoo’s website. At the same time, Joseph Vincelli is performing at Bradley Fair. This concert is free.

There are still more things to do! Check the All About Wichita calendar for additional events and exhibits that we didn’t have the room to list here. In the meanwhile, have a good week.

(Blog Sunday 6/13/2010)

Recap and What’s Coming: While I didn’t do much this weekend, the big event of the weekend for Liz was the Music Theatre of Wichita performance of Gypsy. While all MTW productions are excellent, this one was exceptional, according to Liz, thanks to the singing and acting ability of Karen Robu who portrayed Gypsy Rose Lee’s mother, Rose. If you haven’t been to a MTW production, we highly recommend them.

June 14-June 20, 2010: There are a number of events of interest this week.

Recap and What’s Coming: Leading off, on Tuesday evening, the 9th Annual Celebrity And Chef Cookoff will be held at the Wichita Marriott Hotel. This fundraiser for the Historic Orpheum Theatre starts at 6:00 pm. Once again, expect fabulous food, fun, music and, of course, the main attraction: the teams of celebrities and chefs who race against the clock to create a culinary masterpiece. All proceeds benefit the Theatre’s continued maintenance and restoration. Further information is available at the Orpheum website.

We just received the list of Senior Wednesday programs through September. These are informational and entertaining sessions, designed for active seniors and offered by a collaboration of ten Wichita institutions. Programs are either free or at modest programming fees. This week’s presentations will be offered at the Ulrich Museum of Art (10:00 am) and the The Kansas African American Museum (1:30 pm). The presentation at the Ulrich is entitled “Hands-On: Sketching Sculpture in the Gardens.” Other institutions participating in this program include Exploration Place, the Great Plains Nature Center, Old Cowtown Museum, the Sedgwick County Zoo, the WATER Center, the Wichita Art Museum, the Wichita Public Library, and the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum.

Lastly, the Wichita Wingnuts baseball team will return to Lawrence-Dumont stadium for a three game series against the Sioux City Explorers starting on Friday at 7:05 pm.

There are still more things to do! Check the All About Wichita calendar for additional events and exhibits that we didn’t have the room to list here. In the meanwhile, have a good week.

(Blog Sunday 6/6/2010)

Recap and What’s Coming: This weekend, we enjoyed meals at two of our favorite restaurants for breakfast: Jimmie’s Diner and The Beacon. Saturday night was Kids Zoobilee and Liz was there with the group from Arts Partners. Despite the heat, several thousand families enjoyed the festivities. The food, music, face painting, inflatables and other activities were a big hit.

June 7-June 13, 2010: There are a number of events of interest this week.

School’s out. If you are looking for activities for your children, you might want to check out the Wichita Public Library. They offer a variety of free activities for children of all ages, including terrific summer reading programs. Two other venues offering summer programs of interest to children include Exploration Place and the Sedgwick County Zoo. Dates, times, and fees can be found on each organization’s web site.

This week features the first performance in the summer concert series for two organizations. Unfortunately, both are on Thursday night at 7:30 pm. First is the Bradley Fair Summer Concert which, this week, features jazz saxophonist Mindi Abair. Subsequent concerts will be offered weekly through July second. Bradley Fair concerts are free to the public. As noted, on the same evening the Sedgwick County Zoo is the venue for the New Riders of the Purple Sage. Zoo concerts are offered every other week through August 5. Visit each venue’s web site for information concerning these and future performances..

Under the guise of “better late than never,” we must confess that we are a week late in highlighting Shakespeare in the Park. Presented by the Wichita Shakespeare Company, these productions offer free of charge performances of Shakespearean plays in accessible settings. The current performance is The Merry Wives of Windsor. This week’s performances will take place at 7:00 pm in College Hill Park (Friday), Buffalo Park (Saturday), and Andover Sports Park (Sunday). Next week performances will be offered at College Hill Park (Friday & Saturday) and Hand Park (Sunday). Later in the summer, the Company will be presenting Macbeth. Additional information about current and future productions may be found on the Company’s web site.

There are still more things to do! Check the All About Wichita calendar for additional events and exhibits that we didn’t have the room to list here. In the meanwhile, have a good week.

(Blog Sunday 5/30/2010)

Recap and What’s Coming: It’s been sort of a lazy weekend around the Kennedy household. On Saturday, Liz and I didn’t do much of anything other than yard work. Sunday’s major activity was a treat for the dogs. We took them to the recently opened dog park that is located at Wichita’s Chaplin Park. This facility consists of two areas, one for large dogs (25 lbs and above) and one for small dogs. This is the one public place in Wichita where dogs are allowed to play off-leash. The two areas are large enough so that you can easily play fetch with your dogs. It’s hard to tell, because our dogs like any trip in the car, but they seemed to have a good time using up some of their excess energy. Certainly, they both fell asleep as soon as we got back home.

Remember that tomorrow is Memorial Day. This holiday, observed on the last Monday of May commemorates U.S. men and women who died while in the military service. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War, the holiday was expanded after World War I. Whether or not you agree with our current military involvements, please remember that service members are where they are due to political forces beyond their control. They enlisted to serve the country and they are doing so, many at the risk of life and limb. Those of you on Facebook might want to check out this page.

May 31-June 6, 2010: There are a number of events of interest this week.

First, given that I totally forgot last week was May’s Final Friday, let it be known that Friday of this week is First Friday. A schedule of this Friday’s performances can be found on the First Friday website.

On Thursday (7 pm), Friday (7 pm), Saturday (11 am, 3 pm, & 7 pm), and Sunday (1 pm & 5 pm) the Intrust Bank Arena is hosting Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey’s Zing Zang Zoom. Circus goers will watch in amazement as the high flying circus is literally turned upside down. They will witness apprentice illusionists from the audience mysteriously levitate their parents, and they won’t believe it, as a four-ton elephant disappears before their very own eyes. Spectators’ jaws will drop wide open when they behold Mr. Gravity transform from a human into ferocious tiger. Illusions and magic won’t be the only acts to excite and astound audience members. This all-new circus has some of the most incredible thrill acts ever seen. Families will be breathless as they watch fearless human cannonballs blasting through the air in a dramatic display of daring bravery. Moms, Dads, and kids will teeter on the edge of their seats as they watch the Qi Qi Har Chinese Swinging Log Trapeze act making its debut in North America. A treacherous never before seen quadruple Russian fire-swing sends acrobats crisscrossing two stories in the air and the renowned dangerous dueling wheels of steel defy gravity and logic. Tickets are available through Select-A-Seat.

Wichita Community Theatre’s upcoming production, Rumors begins this week. Performances of this Neil Simon farcical comedy are this and next week Thursday through Saturday at 8 pm. Tickets are available by calling (316) 686-1282.

Just a last minute reminder that Botanica is offering a free Memorial Day concert by the Wichita Community Band which will be playing a series of marches and other patriotic music between 2:00 and 2:45 pm.

There are more things to do! Check the All About Wichita calendar for additional events and exhibits that we didn’t have the room to list here. In the meanwhile, have a good week.

(Blog Sunday 5/23/2010)

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Recap and What’s Coming: On Saturday morning, Liz and I visited the the first ever Wichita Highland Games & Celtic Festival. It is anticipated that this will become an annual event. This year’s event featured Celtic related athletic contests (Caber throw, hammer toss, weight throw, etc.), entertainment (Corry Academy of Irish Dance, Dolphin’s Barn, and Knocknasheega), and vendors. In addition, a number of clans (MacNiel, Davidson, MacPherson, Elliot, MacKenzie, & Donald) were represented as was the Scottish – American Military Society and The Society For Creative Anachronism. Unfortunately, while Liz and I were in attendance, a rather brisk wind made life somewhat difficult for those of us in attendance.

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On Sunday Liz took a flight to New York City to attend a conference. Left to my own devices, I did some gardening. We have a section of our front yard where we have planted wildflowers that are native to the high plains, so I must confess that part of my gardening just required sitting on the porch and enjoying the plants that are currently in flower. The Meadow Sage (Salvia verticillata) has just about gone by and the Coreopsis (Coreopsis grandiflora) are just beginning to flower. Our Butterfly Weeds (Asclepias tuberosa) are probably about a week from full flower. I wasn’t the only one interested in our wildflower garden. As I watched, a number of butterflies seemed to be flitting from plant to plant as were some smaller bees. i can’t prove it scientifically, but since we have planted our wildflower garden, we have seen both more and a greater variety of birds and butterflies.

May 24-May 30, 2010: This week seems to be a bit slow in terms of entertainment, but things should get busy shortly.

Monday evening Daughtry is performing at the Intrust Bank Arena. Showtime is 7:30 pm. Tickets are available through Select-A-Seat.

On Thursday evening the Intrust Bank Arena is hosting Brooks & Dunn. Showtime is 7:30 pm. According to today’s Wichita Eagle the duo is splitting up at the conclusion of this tour. Tickets are available through Select-A-Seat.

If there is anyone out there who is interested in seeing stars, the Lake Afton Public Observatory offers weekly astronomy programs on Friday and Saturday evenings. You can experience the excitement of the night sky by seeing it through the Observatory’s 16-inch telescope. This week’s program is titled Big, Bigger and Biggest offers the opportunity to look at Venus, Saturn, a giant star, a cluster of stars and another galaxy to get a better idea of just how small Earth is in comparison to the universe. program times and subjects change with the seasons, so check the Observatory’s web site for details.

Just a reminder that Music Theatre of Wichita’s 2010 season starts on June 9. This year’s productions are Gypsy, Smokey Joe’s Cafe, Crazy for You, Annie, and Curtains. Enjoy Broadway quality entertainment at Wichita prices. Go to MTW’s web site for show dates/times and ticketing options.

There are more things to do! Check the All About Wichita calendar additional events and exhibits that we didn’t have the room to list here. In the meanwhile, have a good week.

(Blog Sunday 5/16/2010)

Recap and What’s Coming: Liz and I visited the 44th Annual Woodcarving Show this afternoon. As noted last week. the event featured woodcarvers from around the country. The variety of work was quite broad. I tend to like cartoon-type carvings (click photo at left), but there were also carvings of animals, birds, people, mythical figures and more. Though it is only May, my sense is that the most popular carving was of Santa Claus. Unfortunately, I was unable to photograph one of the most impressive works at the show, which was a bas relief, approximately four by eight feet in size, in which the artist had carved an intricate series of birds, branches, and leaves. A label noted that he has spent the last ten years working on this project. The show was well worth the visit. Being someone whose only attempts at woodcarving have resulted in self-inflicted cuts, I was amazed at the talents on display.

May 17-May 23, 2010: Though the River Festival is done for another year, there are a variety of things to do this week and in upcoming weeks.

First, for those who enjoy Norman Rockwell’s Americana, the Wichita Art Museum is featuring an exhibit entitled, American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell. Rockwell was known for his carefully choreographed reflections on childhood innocence and documentation of popular culture. This exhibition traces the evolution of Rockwell’s art and iconography throughout his career. American Chronicles includes forty-two original artworks and many archival Saturday Evening Post cover tear sheets, which span forty-seven years. Museum hours and other visitor information can be found on their web site.

Are you an artist looking to stock up on supplies? The Society of Decorative Painters, as part of their Annual Conference and Expo, features an open to the public painting and art supply expo. This event features more than 125 booths of art supplies including paints, brushes, surfaces, books, videos, demos, make-it-take-its and more.
Lots of bargains and new products. Dates and times are Thursday (10am – 6 pm), Friday (10 am – 5 pm), and Saturday (9 am – 2 pm) at Century II Expo Hall.

Professional minor league baseball is back! The Wichita Wingnuts open their home season Tuesday evening at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium. The Wingnuts are a member of the American Association, an independent league which is not affiliated with Major League Baseball. In 2009 the team won the North Division title for the first half of the season. In 2010 the Wingnuts will host the American Association All-Star Game. Check the Wingnut web site for the complete 2010 schedule.

We normally don’t highlight garage sales, but this one is for a good cause. Our friend Denise Townsley who runs Corgi Rescue, has been collecting items for a massive sale this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. I don’t know what all Denise has collected, but Liz and I have donated a couple of laser printers, paperback books, clothing, luggage, vases, costume jewelry, and the like. All proceeds from the sale will go to support her corgi and her friend Joy’s minpin rescue efforts. The sale starts at 8 am each day. The address is 915 North Brookfield.

This seems to be an appropriate time to remind you again that farmers’ markets are beginning to open for the season. These markets provide an opportunity for shoppers to reduce the burden on the environment by buying locally grown produce. We have found three groups that hold markets in the area. They are Kansas Grown Farmers’ Market, Old Town Farmers’ Market, and the Reno County Farmers Market. Check websites for locations and hours.

Last, but by no means least, new this year is the first Wichita Highland Games & Celtic Festival. It is anticipated that this will become an annual event. This year’s event will feature athletic contests, entertainment, vendors, and other activities all with a Celtic flair. The Festival is being held in Sedgwick County Park on Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 6 pm.

There are more things to do! Check the All About Wichita calendar additional events and exhibits that we didn’t have the room to list here. In the meanwhile, have a good week.