The 12 Drinks of Christmas Slow Crawl kicks off on November 7th! Participating Downtown establishments are serving up exclusive, holiday-inspired drinks through January 3rd, 2027! With 2 whole months to […]
We’ve all heard that it’s the thought that counts. But is that really true? Why do some gifts make us feel deeply appreciated while others miss the mark? Does the […]
The parade begins at 9:30 am at the Manhattan Town Center, travels west down Poyntz Avenue, and concludes at City Park.
Join us for a community Book Swap! Bring gently used books to share, discover something new to read, and give favorite stories a second life. All ages and genres are welcome! Bring a stack to swap or simply stop by to find your next great read, everyone is welcome! This event is FREE!
BACON BATTLE 2026!!! Introducing the Inaugural Bacon Battle!!!! The best and only bacon competition in Manhattan!! The competition will be held on Saturday, November 14th from 5 pm to 10 pm on 4th Street in Downtown Manhattan. Come see who has the BEST Bacon Dish in Manhattan! 15 restaurants will compete for a Peoples Choice […]
The 2023 police raid on the Marion County Record proved to be not only a harbinger of mounting attacks on First Amendment freedoms nationwide, but a microcosm of the deep and often complex divisions tearing at America's social fabric. The Kansas Mirror Vol. II is a collaboration between photographer and 2026 Guggenheim Fellow Jeremiah Ariaz, […]
Nov 21, 2-5pm. ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED! Kay McCoy from Prairie Inspirations will be here again and we are thrilled. She is bringing kits for sweater ornaments. This is a beginner […]
14th Annual Festival of Lights Friday, November 27th, 2026 Blue Earth Plaza 7PM Aerial Drone Show followed by the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony The Festival is going to be bigger […]
Local shops give back, show up, and invest in the place we call home and when you shop with them, you do too. For every $100 spent at a local […]
Downtown - Spirit of the Holidays Lighted Parade Event Date: December 4th, 5:30pm Parade Route: Poyntz Ave (from 3rd Street & Poyntz Ave to in front of City Park) This […]
