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The VOICE, September 22, 2023
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NOW – Oct. 5, 11 am-1 pm: News Connect –Wichita Public Library, 711 W 2nd. Come meet the Journalists, Introducing News Connect, the pop-up newsroom brought to you by the Wichita Journalism Collaborative. coalition of 11 media outlets and community partners. Join the conversation and contribute to the stories that shape our community. FREE
Mon., Sept. 25, 6-8 pm: Activate Leading with Purpose Panel Discussion, Flying Pig Improv, 3203 E. Douglas. Leading with Purpose Panel Discussion! Claudia Amaro, Julia Fabris McBride, and Melody Miller. COST: $10.00
Tues., Sept. 26, 7:30 pm: Whose Live Anyway? Wichita Orpheum Theatre, 200 N Broadway St. 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Cast members Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, Ryan Stiles, and Joel Murray. $59.00 – $69.00
Wed., Sept. 27, 1:30 – 2:30 pm: Senior Wednesday Talk: Indigenous Peoples Remembrance Day, Mid-America All-Indian Museum. Cost $2 plus tax (museum visit included).
Sept. 27, 6-9 pm: Community Night, Mid-America All-Indian Museum, 650 N Seneca St.
Thu., Sept. 28, 5:30 pm: Community Conversations: Mental Health, Hope & Healing, WSU Metroplex, 5015 East 29th St. Event will open with people sharing their lived experiences with mental health challenges, discussing how to overcome stigmas around seeking help and exploring effective ways to help one another. Followed by small-group discussions, facilitated by trained mental health professionals. FREE
Fri., Sept., 29, 7 – 10 pm: DJ FR3EDM Music, Last Friday at Naftzger Park, 601 E Douglas. FREE
Sept. 29, 7 pm: Boos and Brews, Old Cowtown Museum, 1865 W Museum Blvd. Come and enjoy a spooky night at the museum! Catch a historical Victorian Seance, take a ghost tour, get some drinks, visit the food truck and more! $15/person, 18 to enter 21 to drink. Cowtown members get in free!
Sat., Sept. 30, 10 am: Fall Block Party, The Center, 1914 E 11th St. Free food, drink, live music, games, entertainment and more. FREE.
Sept. 30, 7:30-11 pm: Historic Hauntings, Old Cowtown Museum, 1865 W Museum Blvd.
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