Residents who live along the Redbud Trail through the MacDonald and Fairmont neighborhoods are protesting Evergy’s intent to place huge, 105-foot power poles in the backyards of residents in order to bring power to the WSU campus.
“I don’t understand why they can’t take another route or take the power lines underground,”
Neighborhood activist Kim Curry
More Ugly Evergy Poles
Governor Kelly Ceremonially Signs Gail Finney Memorial Foster Care Bill of Rights in Wichita
Ready to Have Some Summer Fun
Kansas/Missouri Regional Juneteenth Calendar of Events
The Voice, June 9, 2023
Wichita Juneteenth Events
A $5 arm band is required for all Wichita activities
Fri., June 17, McAdams Park, 6-9 pm: Sounds of JuneteenthICT: 6:30 pm – African Drumming, 7 pm – Father’s Day Recognition, 7:30 pm – Rudy Love & The Encore.
Sat., June 18, McAdams Park, 10 am – 9 pm: JuneteenthICT Park Celebration: 8 am – Carl Brewer Cookoff; 8 am – Annual Wichita Athletics Track Club Jubilee 2-mile walk/run; 11:30 am – Park & Vendors open; 11:30 am – 4 pm – Kid’s Corner; 11:30 am – 4 pm – Health Village; 12:05 – 12:20 pm – 3 Keys Fitness; 1-2 pm, State of the Youth; 3 pm – Brewer Cookoff Awards Ceremony; 6:30 – 9 pm – music by Nostalgia, Robert Banks & Positive Productions.
Sun., June 18, McAdams Park, 6 – 7:30 pm
JuneteenthICT GospelFest. Mon. June 19,McAdams Park, 6-9 pm:
Other Wichita Events This Week
Tues., Jun 13, 10 am: Storytime in the Park, Naftzger Park, 601 E Douglas. Free Books and Snacks. Each Storytime In The Park features a new and exciting storyteller! Each story includes an activity that corresponds with the book. FREE
Tues., Jun 13, 10 am: Summer Adventure Club. Bradley Fair Plaza, 1900 N Rock Rd. weekly fun for little ones! Meet us on The Plaza at 10 AM every Tuesday in June and July for some exciting outdoor activities. Registration is required and we are kindly asking for a $5 donation per child per event with 100% of the proceeds going to local non-profit Storytime Village. Cost $5 https://bit.ly/3owkWny
Thur. Jun. 15, 7:30 pm: – Summer Concert Series Featuring Music Theater of Wichita, Bradley Fair Plaza 1900 N. Rock Road. showstoppers from some of today’s hottest musicals as well as some new twists on some classics. Expect to hear songs from WICKED, WAITRESS, HAMILTON as well as CAROUSEL, CRAZY FOR YOU, and more. FREE
Thur. Jun. 15, 6 pm: Peace Adzo Medie in Conversation with Shane Grebel, Watermark Books & Cafe, 4701 E Douglas. Nightbloom! This novel is a riveting depiction of class and family in Ghana, a compelling exploration of memory, and an eye-opening story of life that follows Selasi and Akorfa and the strength of female bonds in the face of societies that would prefer to silence women. FREE
Thur. Jun. 15, 6 pm: Homeschool + College Open House, WSU Tech South, 3821 E Harry. A VIP presentation/dinner for homeschool families will take place in the lecture hall from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The formal presentation will give detailed information regarding free and or reduced tuition opportunities for homeschool students. FREE
Sun., Jun 18, 9 am – 4 pm: Father’s Day Car Show, Sedgwick County Zoo, 5555 W Zoo Blvd. See classic cars, antique autos, and modern models while exploring your favorite animal exhibits. Dads are admitted free with an additional paid admission. Members get in free with a membership card and photo ID
Mon- Fri, Jun 19-23, 9 am: WSU Tech’s Everyone Can Code Summer Camp, 3821 E Harry summer camp for students entering grades 5-7 Students will be provided with an Apple device to utilize during the camp. Campers do not need a personal device to participate. Lunch will be provided daily. Reserve a spot https://bit.ly/3 MASK FREE
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