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Downtown Events Feb 16 - 22
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DOWNTOWN SPOTLIGHT

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The Arts Council Wants Input From Arts Community
 

Location: CityArts - Second Floor Board Room - 334 N. Mead

Contact Name: Bernadette Bradshaw

Contact Phone: 316-303-8663

 

Thursday, Feb 16   5:30-6:30pm

Listening Session for Small Arts/Culture Organizations (budgets under $500,000)

Chili and beverages provided for free

 

Thursday, Feb 16   7:00-8:00pm

Listening Session for Individual Artists

Chili and beverages provided for free

 

The sessions are split between large and small organizations and individual artists to give each group the time they need to express their differing challenges with such issues as fund-raising, special events, curatorial planning, marketing, attendance, etc.  More info

 

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SPORTS

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Thunder vs. Quad City
Friday, Feb 17   7:05pm

 

Location: INTRUST Bank Arena - 500 E. Waterman

Tickets: Adults - $29, $25, $20, $17, $12 Senior/Military - $28, $24, $19, $16, $11 Children (3-12) - $27, $23, $18, $15, $10 

 

Doors: 6:05pm

 

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Thunder vs. Missouri
Sunday, Feb 19   5:05pm

 

Location: INTRUST Bank Arena - 500 E. Waterman

Tickets: Adults - $29, $25, $20, $17, $12 Senior/Military - $28, $24, $19, $16, $11 Children (3-12) - $27, $23, $18, $15, $10 

 

Doors: 4:05pm

 

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SHOWS

An Affair to Remember
Thursday, Feb 16   7:00pm

 

Location: Orpheum Theater - 200 N. Broadway

Contact Phone: 316-263-0884

Tickets: $5 at the door, $4 for Seniors, Military & Student Tickets

 

A couple falls in love and agrees to meet in six months at the Empire State Building -but will it happen? More info

 

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Vienna Boys Choir
Vienna Boys Choir
Friday, Feb 17   7:30pm

 

Location: First United Methodist Church - 330 N. Broadway

Contact Name: Doug Hye

Contact Phone: 316-267-2574

Email: [email protected]

Ticket prices; $20, $30, $40

 

The Vienna Boys Choir is a world class ensemble of young voices, with a broad repertoire of music and is seldom available for concerts in Kansas. The choir will perform a variety of music to entertain listeners from all walks of life. More info

George Strait with Martina McBride
Saturday, Feb 18   7:30pm

 

Location: INTRUST Bank Arena - 500 E. Waterman

Tickets: $81.50, $71.50

 

George Strait himself will deliver his award-winning country music that fans across the country continue to hunger for. His 39th studio album HERE FOR A GOOD TIME received rave reviews and recently debuted at Number One on the Billboard Country Album Charts. Martina McBride is a four-time CMA Female Vocalist of the Year, three-time ACM Female Vocalist of the Year and GRAMMY� winning recording artist. More info and Buy Tickets

 

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Mozart's Great Symphony - Chee-Yun
Saturday, Feb 18   8:00pm
Sunday, Feb 19   3:00pm

 

Location: Century II - Concert Hall - 225 W. Douglas

Contact Phone: 316-267-7658

 

"Available space will not let me describe the charm of Chee-Yun," raves the Washington Post. Chee-Yun returns as soloist in Sibelius' virtuosic Violin Concerto and leaves the audience to be further entranced by Mozart's cherished Symphony No. 40. More info and Buy Tickets

 

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Paul Robeson: I go on Singing
Tuesday, Feb 21   7:30pm

 

Location: Orpheum Theater - 200 N. Broadway

Contact Phone: 316-755-7328

 

Internationally acclaimed baritone, Anthony Brown presents an original tribute to Paul Robeson. Robeson's story is a 75-minute song-filled, multi-media presentation that reveals Robeson as a towering figure in 20th century American history. I Go On Singing is equal parts historical documentary and live concert experience.  More info

 

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The Dukes of Haysville Mosley Street Melodrama
The Dukes of Haysville or the Hazzards of Going Down South...of Wichita

 

Location: Mosley Street Melodrama - 234 N. Mosley

Contact Phone: 316-263-0222

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Shows every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from February 2 to March 24. Doors open at 6:00pm. Dinner is served from 6:15 - 7:30pm. Show begins at 7:50pm. 

 

Dr. Feelgood and Professor Buttecracke have convinced Boss Hogg that the land in Haysville will be the perfect spot to conduct their Gamma Testing. Then stay for our "Motown & More" Musical Revue. More info

 

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Dueling Divas
Dueling Divas

 

Location: Cabaret Oldtown - 412 E. Douglas

Contact Phone: 316-265-4400

 

February 10 - March 31. Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm.

 

The musical comedy revue will feature over 50 songs from 28 Women of pop and Rock n Roll from the 60's through today. There is a little something for everyone in this show from Joan Jett and Melissa Etheridge to Kelly Clarkson and Katie Perry, from Madonna to Lady Gaga...and what show about divas would be complete without Tina Turner?  More info

 

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OTHER EVENTS

Bikers Weekly Alliance Meeting
Bike/Walk Alliance Monthly Meeting
Thursday, Feb 16   6:30pm

Location: CityArts - Second Floor Board Room - 334 N. Mead

Contact Name: Barry Carroll

Contact Phone: 316-249-2804

 

Want to find out what is happening on the alternative transportation front? Be sure to attend these meetings and you'll be fully informed of how Wichita is becoming a ped-friendly community. More info 

 

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Wichita Women's Fair
Friday, Feb 17   12pm - 8pm
Saturday, Feb 18   10am-7pm
Sunday, Feb 19   11am-5pm

 

Location: Century II -  225 W. Douglas

Contact Phone: 316-265-4226

Tickets: Adults $7.75, Seniors $6.75, Children (6-12) $4.75, 5 & Under Free

 

Women's Fair 2012 kicks off Friday afternoon with a free business workshop and then Girls Night Out that evening. Saturday and Sunday are filled with demonstrations, style shows, fun games and more. All three days of the show, exhibitors offer an array of apparel, makeup, food, gifts and gadgets for sale. The Green Party Bus will again provide doorside transportation from Lawrence-Dumont Stadium parking lot. More info

 

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2012 Land of Oz Invitational
Friday, Feb 17 & Saturday, Feb 18

 

Location: Century II - Convention Hall - 225 W. Douglas

Contact Name: Dan Bruring

Contact Phone: 316-634-1900

 

Presented by Wichita Gymnastics Club. More info 

 

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Say What?! Improv
Say What?! Improv
Saturday, Feb 18   8:00pm

 

Location: Century II - Mary Jane Teall Theater - 225 W. Douglas
Tickets: $7

 

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Oscar
26th Annual Academy Award� Nominated Short Films
Saturday, Feb 18 -  Friday, Feb 24

 

Location: Multiple Locations

 

Save the date for this annual event. This is Wichita's chance to see Academy Award�-nominated short subjects-films running 40 minutes or less-in animation, live action and documentary categories. One of the first places in the nation to offer this program, Wichita's program attracts hundreds of film fans each year. All showings are free. Films are not rated and may not be suitable for all audiences. More info

CONCERTS

Sunshine the Bunny
Thursday, Feb 16   9:00pm-1:00am
 
Location: Mort's Martini and Cigar Bar
Contact Phone: 316-262-1785
Uche
Friday, Feb 17   9:00pm-1:00am
 
Location: Mort's Martini and Cigar Bar
Contact Phone: 316-262-1785
The New Imperialism - The Slowdown & Crush
Friday, Feb 17   10:00pm

 

Location: Rock Island Live - 101 N. Rock Island
Contact Phone: 316-303-9800
Ticket Prices: $5
Big Fat Fun
Friday, Feb 17
 
Location: River City Brewing Company - 159 N. Mosley St.
Contact Phone: 316-263-2739
Joshua Davison - Nick McEwen & The 33
Saturday, Feb 18   8:00pm
 
Location: Kelly's Irish Pub - 917 E. Douglas
Contact Phone: 316-269-3402
Cock Douglas w/TBA
Saturday, Feb 18   9:00pm

 

Location: Rock Island Live - 101 N. Rock Island
Contact Phone: 316-303-9800
Ticket Prices: $5
Fly By
Saturday, Feb 18   9:00pm-1:00am
 
Location: Mort's Martini and Cigar Bar
Contact Phone: 316-262-1785
Monterey Jack
Saturday, Feb 18
 
Location: River City Brewing Company - 159 N. Mosley St.
Contact Phone: 316-263-2739
Fall in Love with Burlesque with musical guests Bellafonte and Midnight Success
Saturday, Feb 18   10:00pm
 
Location: America's Pub - 116 N. Mead
Contact Phone: 316-267-1782
The Dark Mic Comedy Night
Sunday, Feb 19   8:00pm

 

Location: Rock Island Live - 101 N. Rock Island
Contact Phone: 316-303-9800
Ticket Prices: $5
OTHER EVENT SOURCES

City Arts Events  

 

Location: 334 N. Mead

Phone: 316-462-2787


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Location: 223 S. Main

Phone: 316-267-1782

STAY INFORMED

Vote Yes

Community Information Session and Meet & Greet

 

Tuesday, Feb 16   4:30 - 6:30pm

 

- Learn about the Ambassador Hotel project

- Learn about the thousand jobs that will be created

- Meet the team and workers involved in the project

- Learn about the Special Election on Tuesday, February 28

- Ask questions

 

Meet at the new location of the Ambassador Hotel project (104 S. Broadway - Old Douglas place Building) Corner of Douglas Ave and Broadway St.

 

Free to attend. Enjoy free food and beverages.

 

For more information or to RSVP, please email [email protected] or call 316-755-8765

 

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BETTER BLOCK

Help Build a Better Block

 

Friday, Feb 17   4:30 pm

First Floor - City Hall Board Room

 

You are invited to help temporarily transform and improve a street in Wichita. This transformation will occur during a Better Block event scheduled for this spring as part of the Wichita Bicycle Master Plan.  

The meeting will include a presentation on how an area can be improved with enhanced bicycle, pedestrian and transit access - mixed with art, culture, pop-up businesses, and street life. You will also learn how you can get involved and provide input about the event. We look forward to a great turnout and are excited about building a Wichita Better Block together!
 
MEAD'S CORNER

Mead's Corner

430 E. Douglas

Phone: 316-201-1900

 

Hours:

Sun

8:00am - 11:00pm

 

Mon - Thu

7:00am - 11:00pm

 

Fri - Sat

7:00am - 1:00am

 

Mead's Corner wants people of all walks of life to spend time together over coffee, lunch, a latte, a dessert or conversation, in a place that demonstrates love for others, a passion for mission to people in need, and an environment rich in arts and live music. Mead's Corner menu includes panins, pastries, gelato, smoothies, fresh fruit, ice blended drinks, and hot drinks (caffee latte, mocha, cappuccino, espresso, hot chocolate, Americano, coffee, hot tea and chai tea).

 

Mead's Corner is owned by First United Methodist Church, profits above operating costs support ministries which help people in need in Wichita and across the World.

 

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SALON Q
Salon Q

230 N. Mosley St. #A

Phone: 316-264-6005

Fax: 316-652-9927

 

Salon Q is a refreshing full-service hair salon located in the heart of Old Town specializing in Eufora and Alfa Parf products. Salon Q welcomes men, women and children to their relaxed atmosphere. Salon Q's stylists are current on the latest trends and techniques and take their time to ensure all your wants and needs are met. They also offer easy, flexible scheduling to meet your hectic lifestyle. Salon Q's goal when you leave the salon is for you to maintain a modern style after you leave the salon. Salon Q offers: haircuts, color, texture, hair treatments, styling and waxing, as well as manicures, pedicures and full sets.

 

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250 DOUGLAS PLACE
250 Douglas Place

250 W. Douglas St.

Phone: 316-265-5700

 

250 Douglas Place is a unique high-rise structure offering some of the best views in Wichita with apartments ranging from 600 to 1,000 square feet.

 

This one-of-a-kind living experience is perfect for singles, couples and families who would like a more comfortable and centralized living experience.

The one bedroom apartments include appliances too!

 

A great recreation deck which includes a pool, hot tub, golfing cage, putting green and basketball court...all in addition to the workout facility make 250 Douglas Place a great option for healthy living.

 

An indoor, gated garage and keyed access to the building and elevators promotes privacy. The Penthouse lounge is a great place to kick back with friends, get online with FREE wi-fi, play pinball or watch the big game... and it has spectacular views.

 

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