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SUMMARY:Sunflower Summer in Downtown MHK!
DESCRIPTION:The Sunflower Summer Program is a benefit for Kansas families with school-aged children\, pre-K through Grade 12\, to encourage them to explore\, and fall in love with Kansas. The program is designed to give affordable access to tourism attractions across the state and support the Kansas tourism economy. \nEligible Kansas families will download the Sunflower Summer App to claim digital tickets to participating venues. One (1) adult ticket is eligible for free admission with eligible students. Tickets are redeemed at participating venues upon their arrival. Each user can only use tickets once per venue during the 2025 season. The 2025 Sunflower Summer season will run from July 12 through August 3. \nParticipating Downtown Attractions!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/sunflower-summer-in-downtown-mhk/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,Kids
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SUMMARY:Launch Learning Clinic & Open House
DESCRIPTION:Event by Flint Hills Neuropsychology\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n530 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS 66502-6040\, United States\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuration: 2 hr\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpen House for Launch Learning Clinic on August 1- you know us for our assistance for children with dyslexia\, but come and learn about our NEW instructional support for all learners needing a boost!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/launch-learning-clinic-open-house/
LOCATION:Flint Hills Neuropsychology\, 530 Poyntz Ave #10\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Kids
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SUMMARY:First Saturday Art Market at Switch Wicked Studios
DESCRIPTION:First Saturday Art Market at Switch Wicked Studios\nJoin us on the first Saturday of every month for the First Saturday Art Market at Switch Wicked Studios! This indoor market showcases local artists working across a variety of styles and mediums—from prints and zines to paintings\, handmade goods\, and more. With space for up to 15 artists each month\, it’s a perfect spot to discover new work\, meet creatives\, and support the local art scene. \nWant to vend? Table fees are just $30\, or only $10 for Switch Wicked Studios members (studio memberships are just $20/month!). Apply below to be considered for an upcoming market. \n\n11:00 AM  3:00 PM\nSwitch Wicked Studios (map)\nGoogle Calendar  ICS
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/first-saturday-art-market-at-switch-wicked-studios/
LOCATION:Switch Wicked\, 413 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Switch Wicked":MAILTO:contact@switchwicked.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250923
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SUMMARY:August & September Art Exhibit - Downtown Manhattan Art Spaces
DESCRIPTION:🎨 Art Exhibit: August & SeptemberCelebrate a season of creativity with the latest exhibit featuring artists Linda Illgner and Caitlin Penny. \nDiscover a stunning mix of each artist solo works—each piece offering bold perspectives and a rich range of artistic styles. \n🖼️ On view starting August 8 through September 30📍 Opening Reception: Friday\, August 8 | 5:00–7:00 PMMidtown Plaza – 116 S. 4th Street\, Manhattan\, KS \nLinda Illgner  – Papermaker/Collage artist – \nBorn and raised in western Kansas\, Linda Illgner creates intricate collage art using handmade and found paper\, thoughtfully torn and layered into rich\, textured images inspired by nature. Her journey began 30 years ago with a Girl Scout visit to a paper making studio and grew into a lifelong passion for fiber\, texture\, and color. Now back in her home state\, Linda continues to explore the art of paper\, drawing on a life filled with creativity\, faith\, and family—including her husband\, two daughters\, their partners\, and a new grandchild.\n\nCatlin Penny – Printmaker\nCaitlin Penny is a relief printmaker who carves images into wood or linoleum to create prints using a hand-cranked press. Her work explores environmental themes like climate change and animal conservation through a detailed yet whimsical style that invites reflection without intimidation. Penny holds a BFA from Kansas State University and an MFA from Washington University in St. Louis. She lives in Lenexa\, KS with her husband and daughter.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/august-september-art-exhibit-downtown-manhattan-art-spaces/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Kids
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SUMMARY:Art Exhibit Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Featured Artist Opening ReceptionDon’t miss our special reception at Midtown Plaza on 4th Street\, highlighting works by Linda Illgner & Caitlin Perry. \n🕔 Reception: 5:00 – 7:00 PM🎤 Artist Discussion: 6:00 PM🖼️ Exhibits on view at Midtown Plaza\, 409 Art Space\, and the Underground throughout August & September. \nFree admission – all are welcome \nAbout the Artists – \nLinda Illgner – \nLinda L.V. Illgner\, Papermaker & Collage Artist \nLinda L.V. Illgner is a Kansas-born papermaker and collage artist who transforms handmade and found paper into intricate\, nature-inspired artworks. Using fibrous pulp made from tree bark\, plants\, grains\, and even sentimental items like her father’s overalls\, she crafts richly textured and colorful collage pieces. Each artwork is built from hundreds of individually torn and placed pieces of gel-printed\, rice\, or found paper—designed to captivate the eye and evoke a sense of peace and wonder. \nInspired by a Girl Scout trip to a paper making studio over 30 years ago\, Linda became fascinated not only by the art but the process. Paper-making became her foundation\, a medium to explore color\, pattern\, and dimension. She strives for energy and movement in her work\, encouraging viewers to pause and fully experience every detail—both visually and emotionally. \nAfter decades living in Texas and Florida\, Linda returned to Kansas in 2024 to continue creating and supporting the arts. Her award-winning work has been featured in juried and group exhibitions and is held in private collections nationwide. Linda’s vibrant collages reflect a deep appreciation for nature and a lifelong passion for creativity. \nCaitlin Penny – Print Maker \nCaitlin Penny is a relief printmaker primarily working in the reduction printmaking technique\, in order to explore environmental and animal conservation issues. Reduction printmaking is a unique process that allows an artist to create rich\, colorful prints. This is done through the repeated carving and printing of a single piece of linoleum. Between the printing of each color the linoleum plate is carved away\, preserving portions of the previous color when a new layer is applied overtop. Unlike other forms of printmaking this technique ultimately destroys the plate. This closely mirrors the fragile existence of the landscapes and animals depicted in Penny’s work. For once the final print is pulled\, the plate is used up and discarded\, effectively becoming extinct. \n Penny’s subject matter covers serious and pressing issues.  Her style however is illustrative and colorful while simultaneously being optimistic and pensive. The artist’s hopes this approach allows the viewer to productively contemplate and question the subject matter but without being intimidated by it.
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LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Dino Day at Flint Hills Discovery Center
DESCRIPTION:Roar\, Explore\, and Create at Dino Day\nSaturday\, August 9\, 10 am to 3 pm at the Flint Hills Discovery Center\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFamilies are invited to step into a world where fun meets fossils during Dino Day at the Flint Hills Discovery Center (FHDC). From crafting dinos\, to digging up ancient “bones” in our fossil pit\, solving Jurassic-size puzzles\, and stomping into dino games\, kids become real-life explorers in a prehistoric playground of imagination and discovery in conjunction with the current temporary exhibit at the FHDC\, Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies. \n“Dino Day isn’t just a prehistoric party – it’s a way to spark kids’ curiosity and creativity through STEAM learning” says Sally Dreher\, Curator of Education. “From hands-on fossil exploration to building your own dino creation\, every activity is designed to ignite their love of learning. It’s the perfect mix of fun and education that inspires young minds to dig deep!” \nChildren will engage in Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts\, and Math (STEAM) learning with these fun activities: \nCraft a Dino\nCreativity runs wild as participants design a unique dinosaur. Pick from a range of options\, including diet\, speed\, and name\, to create a one-of-a-kind dino. \nT-Rex Puzzle Challenge\nReady to stomp into a jaw-dropping experience? The T-Rex puzzle is a thrilling 5-foot-tall adventure\, challenging kids to piece together this mighty dinosaur’s form. \nPterodactyl Puzzle\nFor a different kind of challenge\, take flight with a small Pterodactyl puzzle. Kids will soar through the skies of their imagination as they piece together this winged marvel. It might be small\, but it’s tricky to complete. \nBecome a Paleontologist\nThe whole family can dig deep into history as they hunt for fossils hidden around the Discovery Center. \nAll activities are included with admission or an FHDC membership. To learn more\, visit www.flinthillsdiscovery.org/dinoday.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/dino-day-at-flint-hills-discovery-center/
LOCATION:Flint Hills Discovery Center\, 315 S. 3rd St.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Kids
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SUMMARY:Little Apple Silent Book Club @ Flight Crew Coffee
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URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/little-apple-silent-book-club-flight-crew-coffee/
LOCATION:Flight Crew Coffee\, 423 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Educational,Family Friendly,Indoor Activity
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SUMMARY:Legacy Gallery Open House @ 1880 Beef
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to our Art Gallery Open House!\nJoin us August 14th at 1880 Beef as we celebrate local talent\, Roger Lanksbury and showcase his stunning work in our Legacy Gallery\n\n\n 900 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\n Thursday\, August 14th\, 5 to 7 pm
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/legacy-gallery-open-house-1880-beef/
LOCATION:1880 Beef\, 900 Poyntz Ave.\, 66502
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Indoor Activity,Kids
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Get ready for the most fun night of the summer! 🎉 Downtown Manhattan’s Third Thursdays — where art\, music\, and community take over the streets from May through September!  Each month\, downtown transforms into a vibrant street fair and maker’s market bursting with creativity. \n✨ Join us for an evening full of fun\, hands-on activities\, and good vibes!Bring your crew — friends\, family\, kids\, and curious minds — and dive into a night of local art\, live music\, delicious treats\, and unforgettable moments. \n🎨 What’s in store? \nAmazing local artists & makers showing off their talents \nWonder Workshop will be back at the Brain Station located on AJ’s Platform with fun kids activities! \nDowntown Manhattan Inc. will host a fun Kid’s painting project\, The Actor’s Theatre group will return once again with 2 Children’s Theatre performances live & in front of the Wareham! \nThe music group – JBC will perform live several times through out the event on the east side of Pho’s platform. \n🕔 It’s all happening from 5–8pm — outside\, downtown\, and full of energy.Mark your calendar and don’t miss the magic of Third Thursdays! \n2025 Third Thursday Remaining Dates\nSeptember 18th\nOctober 16th – Final Third Thursday w The Big Little Apple Street Fest! \n \nBusiness Showcase\nTallgrass Taphouse – Pint Sized Education\, each half hour on the Patio – 5:30\, 6:30 & 7:30 pm – First come\, first serve – approx. 15 min each – Purchase drinks from their platform! \nSwitch Wicked – Hosting “We Are the Branches” Live music inside! \nFinn’s Neighborhood Pub – Drink specials – $12 Domestic 60oz pitchers & $16 Premium 60oz pitchers – Music at 9 pm – Brother Jeb and Tony \nManhattan Brewing Co – Jammin Jamaican Food Truck – 6 pm Team Trivia with Trivial Zombies – 7p – Drinks available on the patio! \nDaughter of Dephi – $1 off all Essential Oil products – Free 1 Card Tarot pull – Reiki Chair healing session for $30.00 \nFlight Crew Coffee – Open till 8pm \nElevated – Open till 8pm \nThe Boutique – 3rd Thursday Threads – w Women & Children’s Spring/Summer apparel 75% off \nFragrant Blends – Giveaways\, open till 8pm \nManhatchet – Open Late \nBrown’s Shoe Fit – Open Late til 8 pm \nSunflower Casa – Featuring a special Children’s activity with a progressive mural \nGaia Salon -will feature a fun sensory experience so be sure to step inside! \nTexas Roadhouse – back with their crew – Line dancing & games on the SE corner of 4th & Poyntz \nVillage Geek – Serving up cold brew and live demonstrations   \n4th Street Open House – Don’t forget to swing around the corner and check out these fantastic businesses! \nTherapie – Open until 8pm – $1 off pie slices! \nRiver Heights Yarn Co. – Craft Flea Market Swap/Vendors inside selling supplies & items \nRevelry Thread Co. – OPEN LATE until 8pm\, sale rack on sidewalk with BOGO 50% off \nFlint Hills Antiques & Crafts – OPEN LATE until 8pm – 30% off Everything! \n  \n 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursday-6/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Fun & Games,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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SUMMARY:Yuma Street Cultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!\n1:00 – 9:00 pm – Sunday\, August 31 – 2025\nOrganized by Black Entrepreneurs of the Flint Hills\n\n900 Block of Yuma Street\, Manhattan Kansas\n(Centered at 930 Yuma – The Future Home of YSCC)\n\n\n\nMusic – DJS – Performances – Divine 9 Stroll Off\nBoots on the Ground Competition – Prizes\nSoul Food – Cultural Chefs – Historical Tours – Vendors\nOral Histories Kids Zone – Storytime – Bounce Houses
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/yuma-street-cultural-festival/
LOCATION:Black Entrepreneurs of the Flint Hills\, 900 Block of Yma\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Kids,Outdoor Event
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