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Downtown Events June 21-27
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DOWNTOWN SPOTLIGHT

I Bike Douglas
I Bike Douglas Architectural Ride
Saturday, June 23   9:00am

 

Location: WDDC - 507 E. Douglas

Contact Phone: 316-264-6005

Cost: Free, but donations are appreciated

 

This tour will take an in-depth look at some of the architectural treasures strewn throughout Downtown. From sleek modern designs to art deco influences, to ornately carved limestone treasures, Downtown Wichita offers numerous examples of the city's architectural heritage. Over 30 buildings will be featured in this ride led by native Wichitan and architectural historian, Dee Starkey. These rides are designed to be leisurely and all ages are welcome. Cameras are allowed and encouraged, as there will be ample opportunity to capture some unique and memorable photographs. 

 

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SHOWS

Cinema Alfresco X: The Royal Tenenbaums
Cinema Alfresco X: The Royal Tenenbaums
Thursday, June 21   7:00pm

 

Location: The Brickyard - 129 N. Rock Island

Contact Phone: 316-303-9292

 

TFA presents its annual, free summertime film series. Each film will be preceded by a Tallgrass Film Festival short film and a chance to win TFF prizes. Under 21 welcome. Delight and perplex in this dysfunctional family comedy. More info

 

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Pink Floyd the Wall
Pink Floyd the Wall
Thursday, June 21   7:00pm

 

Location: Orpheum Theater - 200 N. Broadway

Contact Phone: 316-263-0884

Tickets: $5 at the door

 

A troubled rock star descends into madness in the midst of his physical and social isolation from everyone. More info

 

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Streakin' at Cabaret Oldtown
OPENING WEEKEND! Streakin'
Friday, June 22   8:00pm
Saturday, June 23   8:00pm

 

Location: Cabaret Oldtown - 412 1/2 E. Douglas Ave

Contact Phone: 316-265-4400

Tickets: $14 for Opening Weekend - $19 all other times

 

Doors open at 7pm. A musical flashback to the 1970's. Rated R for brief, partial, male nudity. Starring Kyle Vespestad, Chhristi Moore, Maurice Simms, Alex Johnson, Dylan Lewis and Kylie Jo Smith. Friday and Saturdays evenings at 8pm.

 

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The Artist at the Orpheum
The Artist
June 22   8:00pm
June 23   8:00pm
June 24   2:00pm

 

Location: Orpheum Theater - 200 N. Broadway

Contact Phone: 316-263-0884

Tickets: $5 at the door

 

Hollywood, 1927: As silent movie star George Valentin wonders if the arrival of talking pictures will cause him to fade into oblivion, he sparks with Peppy Miller, a young dancer set for a big break.

The Artist was nominated for 10 Academy Awards, of which it won 5, including best picture. Don't miss your chance to see this year's Oscar winning silent film in Wichita's original silent movie house! More info

 

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MIchelle's Club House at Mosley Street Melodrama
Michelle's Club House

 

Location: Mosley Street Melodrama - 234 N. Mosley

Contact Phone: 316-263-0222

Ticket prices

 

Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from May 24 - July 14. The lives of sisters, Effie (a stripper at Michelle's) & Sophia, change instantly when they learn they have inherited 500 acres of prime property in Derby from their late Uncle. However, Sophia's evil son, Booley, learns of their great fortune and can't help but return home and claim it for his own. Now it's up to Effie's son, Dooley, to stop him! Don't miss this evening of sight gags, one-liners and a high stakes gun battle. More info

 

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9 to 5
9 to 5
June 27 - July 1

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

Contact Phone: 316-265-3107

 

Dolly Parton penned the music and lyrics for this stage adaptation of the hit film comedy, which hilariously involves the wacky adventures of three working women who eventually achieve revenge on their chauvinistic boss. The title tune from the film (also written by Dolly) gets the show off to a lively start, and the new songs are a catchy and tuneful collection of musical fun. Call 316-265-3107 for tickets.

 

 

 

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OTHER EVENTS

Common Threads Quilt Show 2012
Common Threads Quilt Show 2012
June 21 - June 23   10am - 5pm

Location: Century II - Expo- 225 W. Douglas

Contact Phone: 316-219-4TIX

Tickets: Single Day - $10; Multi-Day - $15

 

You can count on viewing over 500 quilts at this shows! Judged and non-judged quilts will be featured. The judge is a NQA Certified judge. You are welcome to enter either category as long as you hold a current PQG membership. Prize money as well as ribbons will be awarded in the judged category.

 

There will be over 50 vendors from across the US providing you with a variety of items to purchase! Presented by Prairie Quilt Guild.

 

 

 

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RC Trolley
Historic Wichita Trolley Tour
Friday, June 22   10am-11:30am

Location: GoWichita - 515 S. Main
Contact Phone: 316-773-1931
Cost: $10 per person. Children under 5 ride free and must be accompanied by an adult

 

Step back in time to the days of cattle drivers, Wyatt Earp, Carrie Nation and the early aviation pioneers. Learn about Wichita's colorful and storied history from our knowledgeable guide. The 1 1/2 hour narrated tour winds along the Arkansas River and throughout the Delano area into downtown, Midtown and Old Town to some of Wichita's most historic neighborhoods. Relax aboard our air-conditioned 1925-style trolley. Call for reservations

 

River City Trolley

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Old Town Farmer's Market
Saturday, June 23   7:00am

 

Location: 1st & Mosley

 

The Old Town Farmers' Market (OTFM), a growers market, is an exciting and bountiful place to buy your fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, eggs and plants. When you shop at the OTFM, you get the freshest, most delicious foods available from the growers themselves! There are plentiful prepared foods, farm products turned into jams, salsas and honey, and hand-made crafts.

 

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Ballet Wichita 5K Art Run
Ballet Wichita 5k Art Run
Saturday, June 23   8:00pm

 

Location: A Price Woodard Park - Douglas and Waco

Contact Phone: 316-708-0808

Contact Email: [email protected]

 

RUN or WALK! - Enjoy a scenic, certified 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk along the streets, bike paths and bridges near downtown Wichita. Along the route, be entertained by local artists painting the scene, playing music, or dancing.

PAINT - After you cross the finish line, it's your turn to play Artist! Under the direction of nationally recognized large scale/performance artist and former Wichitan, Rachel Kice, runners can take a turn at making their mark on a billboard-sized canvas. PARTY - Stay for the after party and lots more music, art, and tasty snacks & drinks... relax, refresh and mingle in the beautiful A Price Woodard Park.

 

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Glass Bead Making 101
Glass Bead Making 101
Saturday, June 23   10:00pm

 

Location: 307 N. Mead

Contact Phone: 316-265-0667

 

Come learn the art of lampworking by melting glass rods over a torch and creating your own unique glass beads! In this three hour course, you'll learn the techniques to apply molten glass to a mandrel and form beads into different shapes. Cost is $70 and includes an additional 2 hours of studio time at your convenience for more bead making!

 

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Bikers Weekly Alliance Meeting
Bike/Walk Alliance Monthly Meeting
Saturday, June 23   9:00am

 

Location: CityArts - 334 N. Mead - 2nd Floor Board Room

Contact Name: Barry Carroll

Contact Phone: 316-2492804

 

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 

 

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Tallgrass Film Festival 2012
Tallgrass Filmmakers Lab: Screenwriting for Low Budget Production

Saturday, June 23   1:00pm

 

Location: WDDC Design & Innovation Center - 505 E.

Cost: Registration is $25, $20 for students, teachers, seniors, military, and TFA members

 

This workshop is not about writing a screenplay you can sell... it's about writing a movie you can make. Presented by TFF alumni filmmaker and Ad Astra recipient Laura Lee Bahr. In L.A., everyone has a screenplay for a multi-million budget movie, but at Tallgrass we see movies with stories that feel like a million bucks (but cost a fraction of what Hollywood churns out). More info

 

CONCERTS

Open Mic Night
Thursday, June 21   9:00pm

 

Location: Rock Island Live - 101 N. Rock Island

Contact Phone: (316) 303-9800

Cost: FREE

 

Do you wanna play music in front of people? Well, guess what... now you can! Sponsored by Damm Music Center, hosted by Dave Damm, Colby Aiken and Michael Peltzer. A full backline of instruments will be provided including Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Drums, Bass, and Keyboard. More info

 

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Ca$h Out at Doc Howards
Ca$h Out
Thursday, June 21   9:00pm

 

Location: Doc Howards - 252 N. Mosley

Contact Phone: 316-263-2244

Cost: Under 21 - $15

21 & Up - $10

 

Presented by Power 93.9 (broadcasting live) and Doc Howards. Limited VIP seating available

 

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Jazz Music
Thursday, June 21   7:30pm - 8:30pm

 

Location: Mead's Corner - 430 E. Douglas

Contact Phone: 316-201-1900

 

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Faux Reality & The Travel Guide in concert
Friday, June 22   8pm - 10pm

 

Location: Mead's Corner - 430 E. Douglas

Contact Phone: 316-201-1900

 

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Waxeater with Powerlifter and Girlfight
Waxeater with Powerlifter and Girlfight
Friday, June 22   10:00pm

 

Location: Rock Island Live - 101 N. Rock Island

Contact Phone: (316) 303-9800

Cost: $5

 

Waxeater: Punk/hardcore

Girlfight: Punk/hardcore

Powerlifter: 8 Bit/Electronic

More info

 

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Jeremy Stokely in concert
Saturday, June 23   8pm - 9pm

 

Location: Mead's Corner - 430 E. Douglas

Contact Phone: 316-201-1900

 

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Jessy J at Suede
Suede Summer Jazz Series Presents: Jessy J
Wednesday, June 27   7:00pm

 

Location: Suede Lounge - 141 N. Rock Island

Contact Phone: 316-263-2244

 

Much like her Grammy award winning labelmate Spalding, singer-saxophonist Jessy J is an accomplished Jazz artist shaking up the genre. Hailing from Portland, Oregon, Jessy combines Samba, Bossa Nova and Cumbia with "floating melodies and delicious grooves."

Tickets available through Select A Seat

 

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Melissa McCune and Bryan Steele in concert
Wednesday, June 27   7pm - 9pm

 

Location: Mead's Corner - 430 E. Douglas

Contact Phone: 316-201-1900

 

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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

ST. FRANCIS STREET CELEBRATION
St. Francis Street Celebration June 29

To celebrate the completion of the St. Francis streetscape, from Douglas Avenue to 2nd Street, the WDDC will be hosting a street celebration to recognize the vast improvements made by the City of Wichita. The event will occur on June 29 at 4:30 p.m. with comments at the Centennial Plaza and Rotary Time Tower at the Coleman Parking Lot from Mayor Brewer and Vice Mayor Janet Miller at 5:00 p.m.

 

Activities for the celebration will include:

 

Personal remarks from Mayor Carl Brewer and Vice Mayor Janet Miller on the project

 

Chalk art demo

 

Classic cars along St. Francis

 

Highland Dairy Ice Cream Social (Free ice cream for the first 100 people)

 

Multiple buskers (street performers) along the corridor

 

The Coleman Lot will have food trucks and fire eaters for entertainment

 

Final Friday exhibit in Zelman's

 

We encourage you to check out the new businesses which will be open on St. Francis including Mr. Diggs Dwelling & Co., Cassandra Bryan Design and Bite Me BBQ in addition to the existing.

 
THE PRIORITY PROJECT
The Priority Project

What are your priorities for Wichita? What does Wichita need to remain strong, viable and competitive - a place where people want to live and work? Take the The Priority Project survey and let your voice be heard! More info

 

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HIGH TOUCH TECHNOLOGIES
High Touch Technologies

110 S. Main Ste 600

 

Phone: 1-800-326-6059

Email: [email protected]

 

High Touch is a Wichita, Kansas-based, employee-owned technology solutions company founded in 1984. In 1976, Wichita State Professor Ted Cary left his teaching career and founded a custom programming business. With the growth of the business former students Dave Glover and Mark Lenz joined the company with each offering a unique contribution-Ted's business acumen, Dave's ability to drill down to an accurate solution, and Mark's finesse-the founders formed High Touch, Inc. The name 'High Touch' comes from the #1 New York Times bestseller "Megatrends" written by John Naisbitt. The concept of high touch refers to the role technology plays in our daily lives.

 

High Touch Technologies delivers exceptional service and successful solutions to our clients, which include non-profit organizations, higher education institutions, local independent business owners, and multi-unit franchise companies. High Touch Technologies offers a full range of business management support services, website development services, and content management services customized to meet the special needs of your business or organization. High Touch now has locations in Corpus Christi, Denver, and Kansas City.

 

High Touch has recently rebranded and has not only a new logo but a great new website also. 

 

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PLAYA AZUL
Playa Azul

111 N. Washington

 

Phone: 316-267-2284

 

Serves lunch and dinner. Open on Sundays from 11am - 8pm

 

Playa Azul Authentic Mexican Restaurant prides themselves in serving great Mexican food with the highest standards of quality and cleanliness. Their every day goal is to provide guests an outstanding and unique experience while enjoying some of the best traditional dishes of the central area of Mexico. 

 

Large selection of tacos, burritos, quesadillas, fajitas, enchiladas, chimichangas, tamales, specialty Mexican dishes, Mexican combos and much more. 

NEED MONEY FOR AN ART PROJECT?
We Make Art Happen

WeMakeArtHappen.com is based on micro-giving, also called micro-funding or crowd-sourcing. It's basically this: You need $20,000 for an art project but you don't know anyone with pockets that deep. So, instead of asking one person or maxing out your credit cards, you put your project details on this web site. Now you can ask 2,000 people, 20,000 people, 200,000 people or more who believe in what you're doing to collaborate with you by donating small gifts toward your project.

 

To get involved, all you have to do is submit a short pitch of your project idea to our team, create the categories and rewards for different levels of "collaborators" and once your project is posted it's up to you to generate buzz and awareness. Tell everyone you know. Post social media messages until your fingers are raw. Scream from the top of your house. Market yourself. Do whatever you have to do to draw people to your project page. We're about community building here, about sparking change and helping ideas spread. More info



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