District 1 Breakfast: Housing & Homelessness
Join Council Member Joseph Shepard for the District 1 Breakfast as we discuss one of the most important issues facing our community: housing and homelessness.This month’s featured guest is Sally […]
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Carl Brewer Community Center 1329 E 13th, WICHITA, Kansas
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Celebrating Juneteenth
This FREE family-friendly event, provides an opportunity to honor the history and celebrate Juneteenth with art, music, dance, storytelling, food, and more!
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McAfee Pool Historical Celebration
special community celebration at McAfee Pool, newly listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This exciting recognition honors the pool’s architectural innovation, cultural significance, and its lasting impact within Wichita’s African American community. Built in 1969, McAfee Pool was the first facility in Kansas specifically designed for African American children to practice lap swimming. […]
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It Cannot Always Be Night: A Celebration of Gwendolyn Brooks
artsconnect 909 N. Kansas, Topeka, KS, United StatesJoin ArtsConnect to celebrate the one and only Ms. Gwendolyn Brooks and her birth in Topeka, Kansas, on June 7, 1917. Hosted by poet, historian and Brooks’ protege, Quraysh Ali Lansana alongside Topeka poets Annette Hope Billings, Dennis Etzel, Jr., and Huascar Medina. Ms. Brooks devoted much of her writing to the idea of speaking […]
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Midwest R & B Fest
Performing Live - Jacques, Kelly Price, Lyfe Jennings& Rome Tickets at selectaseat
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R-Rules Summer Youth Workshop
Urban League 2418 E 9th, Wichita, KSan 8-week interactive program designed specifically for incoming 6th–8th grade middle school students. This activity-based program is designed to help students build confidence, communication skills, leadership abilities, goal-setting habits, financial […]
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Storytime in the Park
Naftzger Park 601 East Douglas Avenue, Wichita, KS, United StatesRead along with stories on the big screen at Naftzger Park and enjoy music, snacks, free books and an activity for the kids. Storytime in the Park is a partnership […]
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Protect Your Mind
BUILD REBUILD 1751 N Ash, Wichita, KansasMasters & Mentors, we’re continuing to teach our young men the value of patience, strategy, and critical thinking through the game of chess. Chess is more than a game, it’s […]
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PHAT AZZ BIKES MC
Phat Azz Bike Clubhouse 419 S Hydraulic, Wichita, KansasMeet & Greet with Phat Azz Bikes MC. Everyone welcome
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JuneteenthOP
Juneteenth Overland Park is “Moving Forward with Resilience and Perseverance” See the parade, watch performances, visit stores and vendor booths, and participate in fun family-friendly activities. The stage will be located near the Museum at Prairie Fire. Vendor booths will be along Access Road. In case of rain, activities will be moved inside the museum. […]
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Urban League of Kansas Juneteenth Day of Restoration
Urban League 2418 E 9th, Wichita, KSAt 12:00 noon, Councilman Joseph Shepard and Rev. Titus James will share remarks on the importance and significance of Juneteenth and its lasting impact on our community. Lunch will be provided and will feature nachos, hot dogs, and chips. We encourage you to come out, volunteer, enjoy lunch with our neighbors, and take this opportunity […]
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