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SUMMARY:StoryWalk Downtown 2026
DESCRIPTION:StoryWalk Downtown is here!\n\n\n\nIn partnership with the Manhattan Public Library\, we are proud to bring When Dinosaurs Came With Everything by Elise Broach to our business windows. Grab your littles and explore the world of dinosaurs starting at the library and wandering through our neighborhood. Complete the StoryWalk and return to MPL to claim your rainbow scratch dinosaur!\n\n\n\n\nWhen Dinosaurs Came With Everything will be up through June. How to Make Cherry Pie and See the U.S.A. by Marjorie Priceman will go up in celebration of 250 years of the U.S. July through August. You won’t want to miss either story!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/storywalk-downtown-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Kids,Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T220000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260527T212830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T214546Z
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SUMMARY:Movies in the Park: Jurassic Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Manhattan Parks and Recreation for this free movie night on May 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Blue Earth Plaza.\nIf you’ve been exploring the Flint Hills Discovery Center’s Roar and Explore Dinosaur exhibit\, this is the perfect way to keep the dinosaur adventure going.\nBeer\, wine\, and punch will be available for purchase from Manhattan Brewing Company. No outside alcohol is allowed.\nHold onto your butts and join us for a dino-sized night of fun!\nAbout the movie:Released: 1993Rating: PG-13Length: 127 minutes\nParents should be advised the film contains mild language and intense themes that may not be appropriate for all audiences. For more details visit www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/jurassic-park
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/11840/
LOCATION:Blue Earth Plaza\, Colorado St.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food & Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260603T162826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T212844Z
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SUMMARY:FAMILY DAY: PICASSO ON THE PRAIRIE @ MOA&L
DESCRIPTION:FAMILY DAY: PICASSO ON THE PRAIRIE \nSaturday\, June 6\, 2026 | 11 AM – 3 PM \n \n\n\n\n\nCelebrate National Prairie Day with hands-on art activities inspired by Pablo Picasso.  \nCreate side-by-side\, explore galleries together\, and discover how creativity can spark curiosity\, conversation\, and connection across generations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFamily Day is made possible with support from the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation. \n\n\n\n\nAdmission to Picasso: Art in Motion immersive exhibition may be purchased separately as an optional paid add-on experience.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/family-day-picasso-on-the-prairie-moal/
LOCATION:Museum of Art and Light\, 316 Pierre St.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Indoor Activity,Kids
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Art and Light":MAILTO:Info@artlightmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20251113T193336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T192344Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Manhattan Art Exhibition & Reception
DESCRIPTION:✨ Opening New Art Exhibit – Downtown Manhattan! ✨Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating creativity and community –\nSaturday\, June 6th at the Midtown Plaza (116 S 4th Street )from 5–7 pm featuring Artists from the Manhattan Watercolor Group. \nFeatured artists – Cheri Graham\, Chris Beardsley\, Julie Slagle\, Deanne Burris\, Kathleen Jones\, Robert L. Hubbard\, Gayle Doll\, Elene Shushanian\, Jo Fey\, Graham C. Rose\, Carol Wilds\, Robert Hostetter\, Deb Hanes-Nelson\,Terry Mulhern\, Deborah Umscheid & Diane Heptig \nPerhaps one of Northeast/North central Kansas’ best known and respected art groups. This open studio concerns itself with helping various levels of artists grow and develop their art. \nFrom the novice to the advanced artist\, this group meets every Wednesday from 9:00 am – to 12:00 pm at the Keats City Park building. You will find a warm\, inviting atmosphere with other artists who know how to deliver thoughtful\, kind and honest critiques. \nDuring Studio time we work on our Art\, discuss ideas for art\, have a small business meeting\, and have open critiques. In late fall\, winter and early spring\, we serve lunch and have fellowship\, while continuing to work on our projects. The group offers one\, two\, or three day workshops by well known artists from all over the United States each year. Our studio is involved in exhibiting in many places in the Manhattan area. \nEveryone who has an interest in Art and who works in a “Water Medium”\, may join this open studio. While at the same time meet people with a common interest.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/downtown-manhattan-new-art-exhibition-reception/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Indoor Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260610T152136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T152136Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Comedy Improv Workshop @MHK Public Library (Ages 6 - 11)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Yellow Brick Improv \nGROESBECK ROOM\nBringing the comedy improv practice and participation to the youth group of Manhattan. Watch your kids enjoy a theatrical performance experience\, socialize\, and develop quick thinking skills. And have fun and laugh!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/youth-comedy-improv-workshop-mhk-public-library-ages-6-11/
LOCATION:Manhattan Public Library\, 629 Poyntz Avenue\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Fun & Games,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260610T160424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T160424Z
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SUMMARY:Fiddle Jam @ Switch Wicked Studios
DESCRIPTION:Fiddle Jam at Switch Wicked Studios\n\n\nFriday\, June 12th – 7:00 - 9:00 PM\n\n\n\nHosted by Derrick Doty\, the Fiddle Jam is not just for fiddles. It’s open to all acoustic instruments! It’s also open to all ages and skill levels. Jamming is a great way to improve your skills and build your repertoire. Rather than being genre-specific\, like Irish\, Bluegrass\, Old-Time\, etc\, we’ll embrace all traditional and contemporary fiddle tunes\, with a focus on dance tunes.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/fiddle-jam-switch-wicked-studios/
LOCATION:Switch Wicked\, 413 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Friendly,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Switch Wicked":MAILTO:contact@switchwicked.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260527T203323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T203323Z
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SUMMARY:Arrow Sustainability Series: Art Supply Swap
DESCRIPTION:Refresh your creative space the sustainable way. Bring gently used art supplies and swap them for something new-to-you. From paints and sketchbooks to brushes\, fabric\, markers\, tools\, and creative odds and ends. Come share resources\, trade materials\, and give supplies a second life as part of our Sustainability Series. Help reduce waste while supporting creativity in the community. \nHow it works:\n• Clean out your studio\, desk\, or supply closet for gently used creative materials\n• Make sure items are usable and ready for a new home\n• Bring them to the swap\n• Browse and take home whatever inspires you!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/arrow-sustainability-series-art-supply-swap/
LOCATION:Arrow Cocktail Lounge\, 418 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260610T153412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T153412Z
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SUMMARY:Tour de Taco @ Blue Earth Plaza
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar\, ticket sales to be posted soon.\nCalling all taco lovers and biking enthusiasts! The 2026 Tour de Taco is here!\nBikeWalkMHK Taco Bike Ride\, is a family-friendly\, all-ages-and-abilities ride that combines two of our favorite things: tacos and bikes! We’ll be exploring Manhattan on our bikes\, riding along urban routes that include trails\, bike lanes\, and bike boulevards while making stops at three delicious taco shops along the way.\nIncluding:\n1. Antojitos Mexicanos El Sol\n2. Guero Loco\n3. Mis antojitos yami yummy\n4. El Patron.\nThis event is open to all ages and abilities\, whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or new to biking. It’s a great opportunity to socialize\, have fun\, and explore the city on two wheels while supporting our mission.\nTickets will run roughly $20 per ticket. All proceeds go to the three taco shops. Supporting small\, local businesses.\nBring your bike\, helmet\, and appetite for tacos\, and let’s pedal together in celebration of bikes\, tacos\, and our vibrant community! Don’t miss out on this unique and tasty event organized by BikeWalkMHK. Join us for a fun-filled day of biking and tacos.\nRegister via the website @BIKEWALKMHK.com
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/tour-de-taco-blue-earth-plaza/
LOCATION:Bikewalkmhk
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Fun & Games,Outdoor Event,Ticketed event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260428T160557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T151435Z
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SUMMARY:Wing Wars 2026 @ Manhattan Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the 3rd Annual Wing Wars!!!! \nManhattan’s BEST Chicken Wing Competition returns for the 3rd straight year and it will be better than ever! \n15 competitors\, 2 Championship Belts\, and all the delicious wings you can handle.\n\nInterested in becoming a sponsor or a competitor? Email us at info@mhkbeer.com\n\nTickets – https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsquare.link%2Fu%2F8inCPO8P%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExT1NlbHdZTFgyaTVKWUppNXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Y2v13LROWAqrK2mV5VTpQcbmM3WFFkv2WDJf804tLiXY7hnWQuPkbVkM7yA_aem_mnAqnTxGXaeYY3gUZu7lTw&h=AT7TOf1DtWhWqLtY1Z99sk9YDELhoOqwjp5XozfH8WPa0W2sMvvjqSrSihbQt7ff-k7SJ5UyQAQMy8v4itk_W4-kbH5K02MgwAVCqxcSDALxJ-FqGdBCH1_qFA3WagWikKyOV9hvkEE
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/wing-wars-2026-manhattan-brewing-co/
LOCATION:Manhattan Brewing Co.\, 406 Poyntz Ave.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Food & Drinks,Fun & Games,Outdoor Event,Ticketed event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260212T213527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T153650Z
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SUMMARY:Third Thursdays in Downtown MHK
DESCRIPTION:Third Thursdays are back in Downtown Manhattan! \nEvery month\, the heart of the city comes alive with art\, music\, and community spirit. From street-level performances to hands-on creativity\, Downtown Manhattan transforms into a lively\, family-friendly celebration where there’s something for everyone. \n🎨 Art & Makers Discover incredible local artists and makers showcasing their craft\, plus live artist demonstrations that bring creativity right to the streets. \n🧠 Wonder Workshop at the Brain Station Stop by AJ’s Platform for hands-on creative activities designed to spark imagination in kids of all ages. \n🥧 NEW: Therapie Pie Walk Our beloved Cake Walk gets a delicious upgrade! Sponsored by Therapie\, join the fun for a chance to win a pie — the sweetest new tradition on the block @ the SW corner of 4th Street in front of Gaia Salon. \n🦸 Broken Cannon Cosplay Activity WTC partners with Broken Cannon Cosplay for an interactive kids’ activity on the North Corner of the Mall Plaza. \n🚒 Touch-a-Truck with the City of MHK Head to N. 4th Street to meet Manhattan’s bravest! The City of Manhattan returns with a hands-on fire truck experience your little ones won’t forget. \n🚤 Float Your Cardboard Boat — Parks & Rec Can your boat survive the water? Parks & Recreation hosts this fan-favorite engineering challenge for kids. Build it. Float it. Find out! \n🎭 Live Performances All Night Long \n\nThe Actors’ Theater Group returns to the South Corner of 3rd Street on the Mall Plaza\nThe Haymakers take the stage in the 300 Block of Poyntz\, nestled in the former Rooted alcove\nPlus additional musicians and performers scattered throughout Downtown\n\n🕔 When & Where: \nThursday – June 18th – 5 – 8 pmRight in the heart of Downtown Manhattan – 300 & 400 Sidewalks along Poyntz Ave & along North & South 4th Street \nBusiness Highlights –\n\n\n\n\n\nPool House Pop-Up at Third Thursday\nThursday\, June 18 | 5-8PM | Outside Arrow Cocktail Lounge\nCatch the Arrow crew out on the streets (weather permitting) during Third Thursday on June 18th serving up your favorite Pool House treats\, drinks\, and summer vibes. Stop by and grab a taste of Pool House while you explore downtown!\n\n\n\n\n  \n🌟 Every Third Thursday offers something new to discover!\nMark your calendar\, gather your people\, and join us as downtown comes alive—again and again.\nMark your calendars for July 16th as we celebrate America 250 with a fun Little Firecracker Kids Parade!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursdays-in-downtown-mhk/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Educational,Family Friendly,Fun & Games,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260527T203556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T203556Z
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SUMMARY:Pool House Third Thursday Popup
DESCRIPTION:Catch the Arrow crew out on the streets during Third Thursday on June 18th serving up your favorite Pool House treats\, drinks\, and summer vibes. Stop by and grab a taste of Pool House while you explore downtown!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/pool-house-third-thursday-popup/
LOCATION:Arrow Cocktail Lounge\, 418 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food & Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260409T203439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T203440Z
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SUMMARY:Which Craft - One Year Bash! @ Manhattan Town Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we mark a very special milestone — one incredible year of creativity\, community\, and craft at Which Craft!\n\nCome see us at Which Craft for some shopping and fun! There will be a game of chance\, goodie bags and a chance to win one of our big prizes!\n\nFind out our exciting new community goals and honor our local makers! Kicking off with the reveal at 10a\, festivities go throughout the day while supplies last! 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/which-craft-one-year-bash-manhattan-town-center/
LOCATION:Manhattan Town Center\, 100 Manhattan Town Ctr\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Fun & Games,Indoor Activity,Kids,Retail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260212T214011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T150055Z
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SUMMARY:Third Thursdays in Downtown MHK
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Join us for a fun evening celebrating Art in Downtown! 🎉 \nThird Thursdays in Downtown Manhattan\, bringing fresh energy\, creativity\, and connection to the streets. Each month\, downtown transforms into a lively\, family-friendly celebration of the arts—featuring live performances\, artist demonstrations\, hands-on activities\, and a vibrant maker’s market atmosphere. \n✨ Come one\, come all — friends\, families\, kids\, and curious explorers — for an evening filled with creativity\, local flavor\, and plenty of reasons to linger. \n🎨 Highlights include:• Incredible local artists & makers• Wonder Workshop at the Brain Station (AJ’s Platform) with creative activities for kids• Beloved favorites like the Cake Walk\, sidewalk musicians\, and pop-up performances \n🕔 When & Where:Every 3rd Thursday – May – September | 5–8 PMRight in the heart of Downtown Manhattan – 300 & 400 Sidewalks along Poyntz Ave & along North & South 4th Street \n🌟 Every Third Thursday offers something new to discover. Mark your calendar\, gather your people\, and join us as downtown comes alive—again and again. \nStay tuned as more details become available! 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursdays-in-downtown-mhk-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Educational,Family Friendly,Food & Drinks,Fun & Games,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260609T155825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T155826Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown MHK Firecracker Bike Parade
DESCRIPTION:It’s America’s 250th birthday and we are celebrating with the most important parade of the summer. The Firecracker Bike Parade is coming to Third Thursday on July 16th. All entries must be decked out in red\, white\, and blue! Decorate your bike\, your wagon\, your scooter\, or your stroller\, bring your little ones downtown for a good old fashioned neighborhood parade. \nKids ages 0–8 are welcome to participate. Siblings up to age 12 may ride along to keep the little ones company. Bikes\, scooters\, wagons\, and strollers are all welcome. No electric rides please\, pedal power only for this one. \nSign up via this link – https://form.jotform.com/marketinghistoricdowntown/firecracker-bike-parade
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/downtown-mhk-firecracker-bike-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free to the public,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20251113T193654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T155131Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Manhattan Art Exhibition - Reception & Artist Panel
DESCRIPTION:✨ New Art Exhibit Opening in Downtown Manhattan Art Spaces\n ✨ 409 Art Space (409 Poyntz Ave) & \nMidtown Plaza Art Space (116 S. 4th Street) \nCelebrate an evening of art\, inspiration\, and community as we welcome featured artist Felix Jimenez for the opening of a new exhibition “Townies” at Midtown Plaza on Saturday\, August 1st from 5–7 PM.\nFelix Jimenez’s work brings a distinctive creative voice to Downtown Manhattan\, inviting viewers to explore powerful themes\, unique perspectives\, and artistic expression through his featured collection. \nJoin us for the opening reception\, connect with fellow art lovers\, and stay for the Artist Panel Discussion at 6:00 PM\, where artists will share stories\, inspiration\, and insight into their creative process. \nI started “Townies” for two simple reasons. First\, I was tired of the idealized version of Manhattan that only exists in stock photos and tourist ads. I wanted to show that there is real beauty in showing the unfiltered version of this wonderful town. Secondly\, Manhattan\, KS hasn’t really been featured in street style photography and I wanted to prove to myself that Manhattan\, or any Kansas town for that matter\, could yield amazing street photography. In my attempt to strip all varnish and glossiness away\, I found the pulse of a sleepy town growing into city. I found its rhythm. This project gave me the opportunity to closely observe how Manhattan lives. I observed how it acts when it is indifferent\, when it is happy\, when it hates\, when it shows solidarity\, when it isolates\, and when it embraces. These photos are a glimpse into the beating heart of Manhattan\, the town in Flint Hills\, a reflection of us all.  \n \nHi I’m Felix. For me\, photography is a way to pull a moment out of reality and frame it in a way that makes you want to stay there. I’m drawn to images that feel both real and imagined\, where the frame sits on the edge between documentary and staged. \nI started taking photos because I was tired of the lie\, the idealized version of Kansas that exists only in stock photography and tourism ads. I wanted to show the real thing: the guy sleeping behind the church\, the person sitting alone at the coffee shop\, the light cutting across a parking lot. The good\, the bad\, and the ugly. \nColor gives people an escape route. It lets them attach their own feelings\, emotions\, and their own filters to an image. Black and white removes the exit while still allowing those feelings to amplify. You cannot hide from it. \nAt the center of my work are people\, their energy\, character\, and vulnerabilities. I’m inspired by human stories\, gestures\, and glances\, by the way a person reveals beauty through simply being themselves. I love noticing small details\, mixing the unexpected\, and chasing that one frame that hits straight to the heart. \nI like to think of my style as classic\, with a hint of artsy. I believe in authenticity. I believe in the real moment. I am laid back\, positive\, and passionate. Beyond that\, I want to keep developing my own visual language and continue to create projects that inspire and move people emotionally. \nPhotography\, for me\, is a diary\, a conversation with the world\, a way to surprise myself again and again. My goal with every photo is simply to make the mundane and ordinary beautiful\, and to remind you that there is beauty all around us\, if you know where to look. I’ve spent years learning to see things most people walk past. Now\, I am honored to help you see every extraordinary thing you walk by and miss.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/downtown-manhattan-art-exhibition-opening-reception-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Educational,Family Friendly,Indoor Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T113625
CREATED:20260212T214243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T150148Z
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SUMMARY:Third Thursdays in Downtown MHK
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Third Thursday in Downtown Manhattan 🎉 \nThird Thursdays in Downtown Manhattan\, bring fresh energy\, creativity\, and connection to the streets. Each month\, downtown transforms into a lively\, family-friendly celebration of the arts—featuring live performances\, artist demonstrations\, hands-on activities\, and a vibrant maker’s market atmosphere. \n✨ Come one\, come all — friends\, families\, kids\, and curious explorers — for an evening filled with creativity\, local flavor\, and plenty of reasons to linger. \n🎨 Highlights include:• Incredible local artists & makers• Wonder Workshop at the Brain Station (AJ’s Platform) with creative activities for kids• Beloved favorites like the Cake Walk\, sidewalk musicians\, and pop-up performances \n🕔 When & Where:Every 3rd Thursday – May – September | 5–8 PMRight in the heart of Downtown Manhattan – 300 & 400 Sidewalks along Poyntz Ave & along North & South 4th Street \n🌟 Every Third Thursday offers something new to discover. Mark your calendar\, gather your people\, and join us as downtown comes alive—again and again. \nStay tuned as more details become available! 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursdays-in-downtown-mhk-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Educational,Family Friendly,Food & Drinks,Fun & Games,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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UID:11158-1789664400-1789675200@downtownmhk.com
SUMMARY:Third Thursdays in Downtown MHK
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Get Downtown for our final Third Thursday of the season! 🎉 \nThird Thursdays bring fresh energy\, creativity\, and connection to the streets. Each month\, downtown transforms into a lively\, family-friendly celebration of the arts—featuring live performances\, artist demonstrations\, hands-on activities\, and a vibrant maker’s market atmosphere. \n✨ Come one\, come all — friends\, families\, kids\, and curious explorers — for an evening filled with creativity\, local flavor\, and plenty of reasons to linger. \n🎨 Highlights include:• Incredible local artists & makers• Wonder Workshop at the Brain Station (AJ’s Platform) with creative activities for kids• Beloved favorites like the Cake Walk\, sidewalk musicians\, and pop-up performances \n🕔 When & Where:September 17th | 5–8 PMRight in the heart of Downtown Manhattan – 300 & 400 Sidewalks along Poyntz Ave & along North & South 4th Street \n🌟 Every Third Thursday offers something new to discover. Mark your calendar\, gather your people\, and join us as downtown comes alive—again and again. \nStay tuned as more details become available! 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursdays-in-downtown-mhk-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Food & Drinks,Fun & Games,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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