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. As you stroll, you’ll discover each page of the […]
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The Flint Hills Discovery Center (FHDC) opens its newest temporary exhibit on Saturday, May 24. Tiny 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. This remarkable hands-on exhibition includes an amazing collection of dinosaur eggs and nests from all over […]
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🎨 Art Exhibit: June & JulyExplore vibrant creativity this summer at our Art Exhibit featuring The Columbian Artist Group and Justin Teel! From powerful group pieces to striking individual works, this showcase celebrates diverse styles and bold expressions. 🖼️ On display all June & July — don’t miss it! |
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What can YOU make with a ball of clay and a pair of googly eyes? Join us July 9 to craft your own animal, creature, or fantastical invention using modeling […] |
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Take a deep breath, pick up a brush, and paint your cares away. Pleasant-Tree Painting is the perfect way to unwind, create some happy little trees, and leave with an art piece that’s all your own. No experience needed—just a love for peaceful vibes and leafy puns. Registration required! https://ow.ly/x10K50W6h7v |
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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. Eligible Kansas families will download the Sunflower […]
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We’re teaming up with Manhattan Brewing for a new live music series! The Switch Wicked Summer Songwriters Series kicks off Saturday, July 12th in the alley behind Manhattan Brewing as part of their 5th Anniversary celebration. Full Circle Diner + Cocktails will be there serving up some delicious smash burgers from 5-8 pm, and MBC […] |
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🎉 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! […]
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THIRD THURSDAY Art Market July 17 from 5 to 8pm Meet guest artists Laura Mead, Kemberly Mills, Judy Willingham, & Amy Rintoul Pendants & pins by Laura Mead |
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Live local music, cold beer, and good vibes all summer long. Join us for the Switch Wicked Summer Songwriters Series every Saturday evening in the alley behind Manhattan Brewing Co. Each week features a different lineup of talented regional artists. Free to attend and open to all. Come hang! This week: 🎶 Artist: Sally Vee […] |
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After Hours Jam Night at Switch Wicked Studios Thursday, July 24, 2025 7:00 PM 9:00 PM Switch Wicked Studios413 Poyntz AvenueManhattan, KS, 66502United States (map) Join us for After Hours Jam Night at Switch […] |
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Beat the Heat at the Dog Days of Summer Festival! Join us for a good time at the Dog Days of Summer Festival inside the old Books-A-Million, Suite 225, at […]
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Wrangle up the family and join the Flint Hills Discovery Center for National Day of the Cowboy, an annual celebration of the national icon and the history and culture of […]
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Using inspiration from artworks on view in the museum visitors can build their own experience to create cityscapes, landscapes, portraits that remind us of all things summer! Five hands-on activities (all […] |
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Lisa Grossman - New Prairie Work Opening reception on August 1from 5 to 8pm The Artist requests pieces remain on exhibit at SNW through September 15 so that all may have […]
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Event by Flint Hills Neuropsychology 530 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502-6040, United States Duration: 2 hr Public · Anyone on or off Facebook Open House for Launch Learning Clinic on August 1- you […] |
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First Saturday Art Market at Switch Wicked Studios Join us on the first Saturday of every month for the First Saturday Art Market at Switch Wicked Studios! This indoor market […] |