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SUMMARY:StoryWalk® Downtown: Pete the Cat
DESCRIPTION:From May through July\, Downtown Manhattan invites you on a magical reading adventure through the heart of our neighborhood. Begin your journey at the Manhattan Public Library’s north windows at 629 Poyntz Avenue\, where Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by Eric Litwin begins. \nAs you stroll\, you’ll discover each page of the story displayed in the windows of participating downtown businesses. Follow the path\, read along\, and enjoy a little literary magic woven into the streets of Manhattan. A virtual map will help guide you on your way. \n🌟 Once you’ve reached the final page\, stop by the library’s Children’s Room to claim a small prize and celebrate your journey through story and city. \nCo-sponsored by the Manhattan Public Library.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/storywalk-downtown-pete-the-cat/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Kids
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SUMMARY:Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies at The Flint Hills Discovery Center Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Flint Hills Discovery Center (FHDC) opens its newest temporary exhibit on Saturday\, May 24. \nTiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies invites visitors to take a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs through their eggs\, nests and young. \nThis remarkable hands-on exhibition includes an amazing collection of dinosaur eggs and nests from all over the globe – including those of each of the major plant and meat-eating dinosaur groups. \nInterpretive panels\, artwork\, informational videos\, and more make this exhibit educational and fun for all ages. \nGuests can uncover their inner paleontologist through a series of interactive stations including: \n\nJurassic play land kids area\nDinosaur dress up fun\nReal touchable dinosaur fossils\nBuild-a-bone puzzle\nTriceratops sculpture photo-ops\n\n“Bring the whole family to meet the young stars of our new dinosaur exhibit Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies!”\, said Stephen Bridenstine\, Flint Hills Discovery Center Director. “Kids and parents alike will love this hands-on prehistoric adventure that combines real dinosaur fossils with fun dinosaur dress-up\, games\, and puzzles. It truly has something for the dinosaur-lover in all of us!”\n\nTiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies is developed by Silver Plume Exhibitions\, LLC and is made possible through local support from Visit Manhattan Kansas\, the Capitol Federal Foundation\, and the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation. \nTiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies is open during regular hours from May 24 to September 7\, 2025. Regular admission rates apply.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/tiny-titans-dinosaur-eggs-and-babies-at-the-flint-hills-discovery-center-exhibit/
LOCATION:Flint Hills Discovery Center\, 315 S. 3rd St.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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SUMMARY:June & July Art Exhibit - Midtown Plaza\, 409 Art Space & The Underground
DESCRIPTION:🎨 Art Exhibit: June & JulyExplore vibrant creativity this summer at our Art Exhibit featuring The Columbian Artist Group and Justin Teel! \nFrom powerful group pieces to striking individual works\, this showcase celebrates diverse styles and bold expressions. \n🖼️ On display all June & July — don’t miss it!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/june-july-art-exhibit-midtown-plaza-409-art-space-the-underground/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Summer Art Walk & Artist Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Summer Art Walk & Opening ReceptionSaturday\, June 7th | 5:00 – 8:00 PM | Downtown Manhattan \nJoin us for our inspiring Summer Art Walk\, a celebration of local creativity and community! Stroll through curated exhibits\, meet the artists\, and enjoy live music\, light refreshments\, and vibrant conversation in a festive downtown atmosphere. \nFree admission – all are welcome \nFeatured Artist Opening ReceptionDon’t miss our special reception at Midtown Plaza on 4th Street and The Underground\, highlighting works by Justin Teel and the Columbian Artist Group from Wamego.🕔 Reception: 5:00 – 8:00 PM🎤 Artist Panel Discussion: 6:00 PM in Midtown Plaza 🖼️ Exhibits on view at Midtown Plaza\, 409 Art Space\, and the Underground throughout June & July. \n🎨 Artists & Locations\n1. Flight Crew Coffee (Peter Neeck & Rachel Hermes) |\n423 Poyntz \n2. The Underground & Switch Wicked ((Justin Teel & Prairie Fire Printmakers) | 413 Poyntz \n3. 409 Art Space (Justin Teel) | 409 Poyntz \n4. Midtown Art Space – Panel Discussion at 6pm (Columbian Artist Group w music by Charlie Sargent)| 116 S Fourth \n5. Arrow Bodega (Chris Chamberlin)| 418 Poyntz \n6. Manhattan Brewing Co. (Emma Kellogg) | 406 Poyntz \n7. SNW Gallery (Bruce Ediger\, Bev Gegen & Patricia Scarborough)| 328 Poyntz \n8. Rooted (Justice Catron & Abbey Ackerman)| 327 Poyntz\n\n🍷 Reception & Refreshments\nMidtown Plaza Reception: Wine served\, courtesy of a donation from Liquid Art Winery – Music provided by Charlie Sargent \nThe Underground: Cookies and water served
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/summer-art-walk-artist-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Manhattan Watercolor Group - Weekly Meet up
DESCRIPTION:Manhattan Watercolor Group – Weekly Meetup\n📅 Every Wednesday | 🕘 9 AM – 12 PM\n📍 Switch Wicked Studios | 413 Poyntz Ave \nJoin the Manhattan Watercolor Group every Wednesday morning for a relaxed\, open studio session with fellow watercolor artists. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned painter\, you’re welcome to drop in\, observe\, or paint alongside the group. \nMembership in the Manhattan Watercolor Group is $75 per year and is separate from Switch Wicked Studios’ general studio membership. Curious folks are welcome to visit before joining—come check it out!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/manhattan-watercolor-group-weekly-meet-up/
LOCATION:Switch Wicked\, 413 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Kids Art with the Beach Museum at Manhattan Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Explore the use of color with a floral-inspired project led by the creative staff from the Beach Museum of Art! Open to kids in K–5th grade as part of our weekly summer series celebrating our colorful world with books\, art\, and fun activities.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/kids-art-with-the-beach-museum-at-manhattan-public-library/
LOCATION:Manhattan Public Library\, 629 Poyntz Avenue\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,Kids
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SUMMARY:Defining Digital Panel Discussion With Artists Parin Heidari and Sasha Stiles\, moderated by Paul Rose of ICONIC
DESCRIPTION:How are contemporary artists leveraging blockchain technology and Web3 platforms to exhibit and sell their work online? How has the creative practice of contemporary artists and their path to success in the art world changed in the last five years? Why has “minting” and generative creation of works of art exploded? Join us for an intimate conversation with two contemporary digital artists (exhibited by the Museum of Art + Light)  to explore these topics and more. A wine and cheese reception with the artists precedes the discussion. Please register using the link. Members must be logged into the website to receive their discount. \nMezmereyz Gallery 1 \n5:30-6:15 p.m. food and drink reception with artists \n6:30-7:30 p.m. talk\, followed by a 15-minute Q & A  \n$15 per person (includes one drink ticket) members 10% off
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/defining-digital-panel-discussion-with-artists-parin-heidari-and-sasha-stiles-moderated-by-paul-rose-of-iconic/
LOCATION:KS
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Dock Dogs Little Apple Splash
DESCRIPTION:Ready. Set. SPLASH! \nWatch dogs defy gravity and dive into summer at the Dock Dogs Little Apple Splash\, June 13–15 in Blue Earth Plaza\, Manhattan\, KS. Bring your crew and cheer on the pups who bring the wow with every woof.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/dock-dogs-little-apple-splash/
LOCATION:Visit Manhattan\, 501 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, Kansas
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Kids,Outdoor Event
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SUMMARY:2nd Saturday Art Market at SNW Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Saturday to shop from our artists! Original art\, jewelry\, photography and more!\nHere’s what you can look forward to:RJ Photography by Reagan – Photographic prints by Reagan Leigh JohnsonArt Mercenary – Oil paintings and more by Phyllis Garibay CoonPrairie Fire Gems – Fine jewelry by Judy WillinghamLampion Design Studio – Unique glass and raku jewelry by Kemberly MillsTrufflefaerie – Cute jewelry and homemade vanilla extract\, sugar and more by Amy Rintoul
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/2nd-saturday-art-market-at-snw-gallery/
LOCATION:SNW Gallery\, 328 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, Kansas\, 66502
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Art Unplugged - Session #2
DESCRIPTION: Wednesday\, June 18\, 2025 |  5:30–7:00 PM\n Manhattan Public Library Auditorium\n Free & open to all | Light refreshments served\nJoin us for the second installment of Art Unplugged!—a raw\, authentic\, and behind-the- scenes look at the world of art in Manhattan – stripped of pretense and formalities. This is a lively bi-monthly series spotlighting the voices\, stories\, and work of local artists. This session features an exciting conversation between Traci Brimhall (Poet Laureate of Kansas) and Kelly Yarbrough (Visual Artist)\, as they dive into their recent collaboration for The Memory Palace\, exhibited at the Manhattan Arts Center.\n Hear how their creative partnership began\, what inspired them\, and what they learned along the way. Tracy will read selections of her poetry\, and Kelly will share the illustrations that bring those words to life.\nWhether you’re into art\, poetry\, or just curious about the creative process—this is a chance to connect with two brilliant minds and your local arts community.\n Come for the conversation\, stay for the inspiration. Bring a friend!\n\n Questions? Contact:\nClive Fullagar – fullagar@ksu.edu\nJennifer Bergen – jbergen@mhklibrary.org
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/lets-talk-art/
LOCATION:Manhattan Public Library\, 629 Poyntz Avenue\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T200000
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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 is back and painting “Kindness” rocks & a community mural \nOur ever-popular Paint-by-Number Window — this time\, with a pop-art twist featuring an Andy Worhal theme featured piece at The Chef \nAnd a special appearance by Ayoka Lee at our Self Help Station — come say hi\, snap a selfie\, and get inspired! 🙌✨ \nPlus\, each month brings something new — from the classic Cake Walk to sidewalk musicians and surprise performances. You’ll want to hit every single one! \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\nJune 19th\nJuly 17th\nAugust 21st\nSeptember 18th\nOctober 16th – Final Third Thursday w The Big Little Apple Street Fest! \n  \n\nBusiness Showcase\nTallgrass Taphouse – Mini Beer Classes\, each half hour on the Patio – 5:30\, 6:30 & 7:30 pm – First come\, first serve – approx. 15 min each \nSwitch Wicked – Open until 8pm. \nFinn’s Neighborhood Pub – Drink specials – $12 Domestic 60oz pitchers & $16 Premium 60oz pitchers – Music at 8pm – Kendell Eugine of The Voice \nManhattan Brewing Co – Jammin Jamaican Food                                                                                             Truck at 6pm & Trivia  at 7pm \nArrow Cocktail Lounge – Live Jazz @The Lounge – 7:00 – 9:00 pm \nFlight Crew Coffee – Open till 8pm \nThe Boutique – OPEN LATE and Customer Favorite Third Thursday Threads rack outside 75% off! \nFurnish – OPEN LATE until 8pm \nFragrant Blends – Special gift with purchase  \nBrown’s Shoe Fit – Shoe Party featuring New Balance Rep Susan Zinn – A FREE GIFT with any NEW BALANCE purchase (while supplies last) A $15 DOLLAR COUPON given to New Balance purchasing customers for one day only Entry into our NEW BALANCE Raffle (no purchase necessary) \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 – plus pulled pork Sliders! \nVillage Geek – Learn to play board games and snag some coffee and merch! \n4th Street Open House – Don’t forget to swing around the corner and check out these fantastic businesses! \nTherapie – The Pie Cart will be open until 8pm – $1 off pie slices!  \nRiver Heights Yarn Co. – Featuring Tim Keane – Cowboy Poet @ 5:30 p & 6:30 p \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  \n 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursday-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,Kids,Outdoor Event
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