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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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SUMMARY:Community Fair @ Manhattan Town Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Community Fair to connect with Manhattan-area non-profits and businesses! \nLearn about new initiatives\, volunteer opportunities\, community resources\, and even local job openings all in one place. 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/community-fair-manhattan-town-center/
LOCATION:Manhattan Town Center\, 100 Manhattan Town Ctr\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Indoor Activity,Kids
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SUMMARY:Music Bingo at Finn's Neighborhood Pub
DESCRIPTION:Finn’s has always been the kind of place that knows your name before you reach the bar.\nJoin us for Music Bingo\, bi-weekly Tuesdays at 6:30 PM at Finn’s Pub. Grab a card\, grab a cold one\, and listen to the songs you forgot you loved. No deep-cut knowledge required\, just the tracks you already know by heart and a place that feels like home.\nWe’ll see you there
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/music-bingo-at-finns-neighborhood-pub/
LOCATION:Finn’s Neighborhood Pub\, 317 Poyntz Ave. Suite A\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Free to the public,Fun & Games,Indoor Activity,Music
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SUMMARY:Square Dance Lesson @ Manhattan Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:4829 Banner Drive Manhattan\, KS 66502\n\n\n\n543judy@gmail.com\n\n\n\n(785) 260-5585\n\n\n\n\nTime:\n7:00 PM to 9:00 PM\nRecurrence:\nRecurring weekly on Wednesday\nhttps://www.wesquaredance.com/NEKSDA/Club_Pages/LoneWranglers/
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/square-dance-lesson-manhattan-senior-center/
LOCATION:Manhattan Senior Center\, 301 N 4th St\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Fun & Games,Indoor Activity,Music
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SUMMARY:Back to School Night at Arrow Cocktail Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Back to School Night \nSunday\, August 23rd | 5:30-7pm\n\nJoin us for an evening of community\, laughter\, and a first look at what’s coming this semester at Arrow. Be the first to learn about Arrow’s upcoming events and newest menu\, then enjoy local university faculty reading funny and perhaps mean student evaluations. Grab a drink\, reconnect with your community\, and start the semester with a little extra school spirit. This event is FREE but a reservation is required.\n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE – https://www.exploretock.com/arrow-cocktail-lounge-manhattan/event/617801/arrow-back-to-school-night?utm_source=sqmktg_email
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/back-to-school-night-at-arrow-cocktail-lounge/
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SUMMARY:Drinks & Thinks @ Arrow Cocktail Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Drinks & Thinks – Untold Stories: Preserving Community Memory Through Oral History \n \nWednesday\, August 26th 2026 | 7-8:30 p.m.\n \nWhose stories get remembered\, and whose are often left out? The Kansas State University Oral History Project documents the experiences of individuals and communities whose perspectives might otherwise be lost to time. Join Ryan Leimkuehler\, University Archivist\, Kansas State Libraries for a conversation about oral history\, community memory\, and the importance of preserving diverse voices including stories of student life\, identity\, activism\, and belonging at K-State. Through examples from the oral history project\, participants will explore how personal narratives deepen our understanding of history and help shape the future.\n\nThis event is FREE and a reservation is required. If you would like to enjoy dinner during the event please arrive early to order your meal
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/drinks-thinks-arrow-cocktail-lounge-4/
LOCATION:Arrow Cocktail Lounge\, 418 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Free to the public,Indoor Activity
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