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Downtown Events March 1-7
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DOWNTOWN SPOTLIGHT

Fisch Haus
Fisch Haus 2012 Tuesday Night Jazz Series
Tuesday, March 6   8:00pm

 

Location: Fisch Haus - 524 S. Commerce

 

Doors: 7:30pm. U.R.M. (Tat's Union Rescue Mission) will play original compositions by Zellers and Hidano. More info

 

Beau Jarvis - Keys 

Randy Zellers - Guitar 

Miki Masuda Jarvis - Bass 

Tat Hidano - Drums

 

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SHOWS

First Friday
First Friday
Friday, March 2 

 

Location: Various Venues

 

7:00pm   Oeno

David James & Nathan Kent

 

7:30pm   Larkspur

Jazz

 

10:00pm   Rock Island Live

Sam & The Stylees

 

10:00pm   Kirby's Beer Store

AC & Project H

 

10:00pm   John Barleycorn's

White Lando, Cosmic Octave, Living Ghost & Rainbow Worm Factory

 

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John McCutcheon
John McCutcheon
Friday, March 2   7:30pm

 

Location: Orpheum Theater - 200 N. Broadway

Contact Phone: 316-755-7328

Tickets: $35, $30, $25, $20  Buy Tickets

 

From such inauspicious beginnings, John McCutcheon has emerged as one of our most respected and loved folksingers. As an instrumentalist, he is a master of a dozen different traditional instruments, most notably the rare and beautiful hammer dulcimer. His songwriting has been hailed by critics and singers around the globe.  More info

 

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Amira Dance production
Dance Magic 2012
Saturday, March 3   7:00pm

 

Location: Orpheum Theater - 200 N. Broadway

Contact Phone: 316-755-7328

Tickets: $15 advance purchase - $18 at the door, $12 military, $5 for children under 10  Buy Tickets

 

A portion of the proceeds to benefit the Orpheum Restoration Fund 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

Ticket prices

 

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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Music Theatre for Young People
The Pirates of Penzance
Friday, March 2   7:30pm
Saturday, March 3   7:30pm
Sunday, March 4   2:30pm
 

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

Contact Phone: (316) 219-4849

Tickets: Adults $12, Students $10 Buy Tickets

 

Presented by Music Theatre for Young People More info

 

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WSO Youth Orchestras
Youth Orchestra Concert
Saturday, March 3   7:00pm
 

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

Contact Phone: (316) 267-7658

 

Presented by Wichita Symphony Orchestra Youth Orchestras More info

 

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SPORTS

Freestyle Motocross
Freestyle Motocross
Friday, March 2   7:30pm
Saturday, March 3   7:30pm

 

Location: INTRUST Bank Arena - 500 E. Waterman

Cost: Adults: $20, $25 Kids: $5 (price goes up $2 day of show)

 

The world's most daring FMX riders will run the gauntlet to perform tricks never thought possible on a dirt bike. Back flips, Suicide Cans, and Kisses of Death are just a few of the gravity-defying tricks that will be on display at each event. Each rider will throw down for 90 seconds, trying to execute as many tricks as possible - but only one can win. More info

 

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OTHER EVENTS

Outdoor LIving & Landscape Show
Outdoor Living & Landscape Show
Friday, March 2   11am - 9pm
Saturday, March 3   9am - 9pm
Sunday, March 4   11am - 6pm
 

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

Contact Phone: (316) 267-7231

 

Presented by Entercom Wichita. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

 

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Creative Rush
Tuesday, March 6   7pm
Doors open at 6:45pm
 

Location: Naked City Gallery, 121 N.Mead

Contact Phone: (316) 200-2973

 

This month's panel will discuss Innovation Requires Deviation. Panelist will be photographers Darrin Hackeny and Undrell Maholmes.  The Flying Stove will provide delicious cuisine.  This event is free and open to the public.

Palette to Palate
Palette to Palate
Saturday, March 3   7:00pm

 

Location: Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview - 400 W. Douglas Ave
Tickets: $60

 

An wine tasting and art auction to benefit KETCH. 

 

If you're a wine or art enthusiast, or your heart belongs to the arts, Palette to Palate is the event for you.  This annual fundraiser is one knock-your-socks-off sensory experience!  Join us for food tasting, wine tasting, and both silent and live art and wine auctions. 

St. John's 41st  Annual Lenten Luncheon and Speaker Series
Wednesday, March 7   12:00pm

 

Location: St. John's Episcopal Church - 402 N. Topeka
Contact Phone: 316-262-0897

 

Lunch will be available following the service. A $5 minimum donation is requested. March 7th speaker - The Rt. Rev. Michael P. Milliken, Fifth Bishop of Western Kansas

CONCERTS

Joel Worrel
Thursday, March 1   9:00pm-1:00am
 
Location: Mort's Martini and Cigar Bar
Contact Phone: 316-262-1785
Nocturnal Thursdays - featuring Kinetik & Marcobiotics
Thursday, March 1 
 
Location: America's Pub - 116 N. Mead
Contact Phone: 316-267-1782
Sloppy Joe Improv
Thursday, March 1   9:00pm - 10:30pm
 
Location: Mead's Corner - 430 E. Douglas
Contact Phone: 316-201-1900
Without Sacrifice!
Friday, March 2   9:30pm
 
Location: Kelly's Irish Pub - 917 E. Douglas
Contact Phone: 316-269-3402
Sam and the Stylees
Friday, March 2   10:00pm

 

Location: Rock Island Live - 101 N. Rock Island
Contact Phone: 316-303-9800
Ticket Prices: $5
Carrie Nation & The Speakeasy with the New Imperialism and Granny Tweed
Friday, March 2   10:00pm

 

Location: Rock Island Live - 101 N. Rock Island
Contact Phone: 316-303-9800
Ticket Prices: $5
Trent Crisswell & On Tap with Sixgun Miller
Saturday, March 3   10:00pm
 
Location: America's Pub - 116 N. Mead
Contact Phone: 316-267-1782
Open Mic Night
Saturday, March 3   6:00pm - 8:30pm
 
Location: Mead's Corner - 430 E. Douglas
Contact Phone: 316-201-1900
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

REBECCA'S

Rebecca's

300 N. Mead Ste. 106

Phone: 316-866-2622

 

Hours:

Tue - Sat 10:00am - 6:00pm

 

2nd Saturday

10:00am - 10:00pm

 

Final Friday

10:00am - 10:00pm

 

Rebecca's is a boutique and design shop with fine quality and unique, clothing, jewelry, and other furnishings. Specializes in custom orders for clothing, furniture, upholstery, draperies, slipcovers, and bedding. All fabrics are hand-dyed.

 

Rebecca Simpson, owner of Rebecca's, was nominated and won a Mary Jane Teal Award for costume design. Rebecca has designed for several stores and individuals around the country as well as costumes for theater groups. She has also been invited to try out for Project Runway a popular Lifetime show. Read more

 

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FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES WICHITA DOWNTOWN
Fairfield Inn

525 S. Main St

Phone: 316-201-1400

Fax: 316-201-1484

 

The Fairfield Inn and Suites Wichita Downtown is Wichita's newest Marriott hotel! Located next to the WaterWalk development, the hotel is just minutes away from Old Town, Intrust Bank Arena, Lawrence Dumont Stadium, and many museums and restaurants. The Fairfield Inn and Suites Wichita Downtown is a short drive from many of Wichita's major companies, such as Coleman, Cargill, Flight Safety, Boeing and Learjet-Bombardier, just to name a few.

 

It is also the closest Marriott hotel to the Mid-Continent Airport, with complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport, available all day. Other hotel amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, bar and lounge area, indoor heated pool, room service, and exterior courtyard area. There is also complimentary on-site and off-site parking and a hotel fitness room with weights and cardiovascular equipment. Whether staying for business or pleasure, the Fairfield Inn and Suites Wichita Downtown with its modern feel is the perfect place for you at a reasonable rate.

 

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AVI SEABAR & CHOPHOUSE
AVI

135 N. Waco

Phone: 316-262-3300

 

Hours:

Open at 11:00am

 

Located in the heart of Wichita, AVI Seabar & Chophouse is Wichita's premier destination for Sterling Silver steaks, fresh seafood, delivered daily, hand-crafted sandwiches and salads and a wine and spirit selection second to none.  

 

At the beautifully historic Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview, Executive Chef Adam Courtney has prepared a menu sure to impress.

 

Be sure to visit our second story bar for a full array of specialty cocktails, martinis and beers from around the world.

 

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