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PUT THESE EVENTS ON YOUR CALENADAR
Sat. May 20, 9 am: First Time Home Buyers Seminar. Urban League of Kansas, 2418 E. 9th.Learn about: The home buying process, mortgage loans, how to get qualified, home insurance, the closing cost process, and much more! Cost $25 https://wkf.ms/3XBYqoN
Sat. May 20, 11 am – 1 pm: Delta Jazz Brunch, Botanica, 701 Amidon. Join members of the Wichita Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for a brunch to support the chapter’s scholarship fund. The morning will include live jazz music, live entertainment performances, a raffle drawing, a silent auction, and more. Cost $75+.https://bit.ly/3KG9XiA
Sat., May 20, 9 am: “RISE and SHINE” Breakfast with Sheinelle Jones. Hyatt Regency, 400 W Waterman. The Kansas Association of Black Journalists (KABJ) Region II Conference. In addition to the breakfast, attend a series of thought-provoking panel discussions, covering topics such as destination travel, mental health awareness, and newsroom coverage of race. You’re invited to stick around for lunch too!. Registration fees are $50 for professionals and $25 for students. You can use this link: https://nabjonline.org/event/nabjregion2/,
Fri., May 26, 9 pm: Back to the 80’s Party. Wave, 650 E 2nd. Dance to your favorite 80’s tunes with DJ Merlin Brando. Get dressed up in your best 80’s threads and have a chance to win our costume contest. Cost $5
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