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CONCERTS
“PICKIN’ ON THE PRAIRIE”, a FREE Acoustic Jam at Great Overland Station every Sunday from 1-3pm. For info: 785-251-6944
TOPEKA ACOUSTIC MUSIC JAM – First Sat. of ea. month, 3-5pm, Potwin Presbyterian Church (enter south door), 400 S.W. Washburn. Information: 286-0227 or hagen1525@gmail.com.
GRAND OTTAWA OPRY – 2nd & 4th Saturday, 5:30PM-pre-show, 6PM showtime, Ottawa Memorial Auditorium, 301 S Hickory, Ottawa. Tickets are $15 and only at the door. Ph. 785-241-6762, email grandoopry@gmail.com. GrandOttawaOpry.com
WOOD VALLEY PICKERS – Mar. 29, 7pm, Classic Bean, Fairlawn Plaza. Folk & Country, Free admission. 785-271-5005
JIM & MELISSA BRADY IN CONCERT – Apr. 4. 7-10pm, Wanamaker Woods Nazarene Church, 3501 SW Wanamaker Road. Doors open at 6pm. Concert begins at 7pm. No tickets are necessary. There will be a free-will “love offering” received during the concert. 785-273-2248; office@wwnaz.org; wwnaz.org
FIRST FRIDAY CONCERT – April 4, 5-8pm. Redbud Park Music by the Josh Vowell Band
ELVIS – TRIBUTE TO A KING – April 11, 7:30pm, Cosmos Court, 909 S. Kansas Ave. Join 2023 Branson Tribute Artist of the Year Matthew Boyce for an amazing LIVE journey through the music of THE KING!
CLASSIC ROCK ICONS LIVE – Apr. 12, 7:30pm, Cosmos Court, 909 S. Kansas Ave. Rock the night away with timeless hits from legendary artists like Stevie Nicks, Elton John, Ann Wilson (Heart), Aerosmith, Janis Joplin, Journey, and Freddie Mercury!
LIVE AT LUNCH – Apr. 16, 11-1, Evergy Plaza. Colin Nichols, food trucks
LIVE AT LUNCH – Apr. 23, 11-1, Evergy Plaza. Megan Luttrell, food trucks
MITCH McVICKER CONCERT – Apr. 25, 7pm, Highland Park UMC, 2914 SE Michigan Ave. Free will offering.
LIVE AT LUNCH – Apr. 30, 11-1, Evergy Plaza. Orlando “Oz” Zuniga, food trucks
SPECIAL CHURCH EVENTS
FIRST WEDNESDAY WESLEY CAFE – First Wed., 6:15pm, Susanna Wesley UMC, 7433 SW 29th. A worship service will follow at 7:00. 785-478-3697 or www.swumc.org/wesley-cafe-sign-up1.html
FIRST SATURDAY BREAKFAST BUFFET – 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM, Shawnee Heights United Methodist Church, 6020 SE 44th
INSIDE OUT FELLOWSHIP CHURCH – Every Sunday 12pm service; Every Tuesday 7:30pm service. Location: 2409 NE Division St.. For info: 785-380-7031 or io@insideoutinc.net or www.insideoutinc.net
TOPEKA PUBLIC LIBRARY PLAY BUS – Tuesdays 9:30am-noon, Lakeview Nazarene Church, 2835 Croco. Every Tuesday, enjoy story time, play opportunities, books for check-out & take & make art. 785-266-3247.
AWANA – Every Wed., 6:30-8pm, Lakeview Church of the Nazarene, 2835 SE Croco Road. A VBS-style program that strives to reach children with the gospel of Jesus Christ, help them understand who Jesus is, what He did for us, & how we can serve Him. Through activities & Bible verse memory, children will earn “Shekels” to spend at the AWANA Store! Something for all ages Toddlers – 12th Grade. The fee to attend is $60/child towards items for the child. (financial help available) Activities Include: Worship, Games, Bible Memory, Bible Stories, & More! 785.266.3247
MID-WEEK PRAYER & BIBLE STUDY – Wednesday’s, 7-8pm, Lakeview Nazarene, 2835 SE Croco Rd. You are invited! Contact info: (785)266-3247, FB: Topeka Lakeview Nazarene
KIDS for JESUS! – Wednesday’s 7 – 8pm, Lakeview Church of the Nazarene, 2835 SE Croco Rd. Bring your friends, family, neighbors, enemies! For info: 785-266-3247, FB: Topeka Lakeview Nazarene, Lakenaz@aol.com
LOL “LADIES OF LAKEVIEW” – Lakeview Church of the Nazarene, 2835 SE Croco Rd. Monthly Women’s Ministry Events! (Cooking, Crafts, Outreach, Bible Study, Fellowship!) Call the church office for info: (785) 266-3247, Facebook: Topeka Lakeview Nazarene Email: LakeNaz@aol.com 
ROOTED CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL CO-OP; Colossians 2:6-7. Monday’s 12-4pm. Cooking class for 4th graders & older at noon. Call the Church Office for more information. Lakeview Church of the Nazarene, 2835 SE Croco Rd. Church: (785) 266-3247. Facebook: Topeka Lakeview Nazarene. Email: LakeNaz@aol.com
THE THIRD THURSDAY JESUS AND ME — OR “J.A.M.” — SESSION will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m., at Kansas Avenue United Methodist Church, 1029 N. Kansas Ave. A “lite” dinner will be served before the program, which is for children, youths and families.
FREE CLOTHING GIVEAWAY – Mar. 29, 10-12, Topeka Bible Church, 1101 SW Mulvane, north doors. Gently used clothing for kids and adults
CHRIST IN THE PASSOVER – April 6, 9am, Topeka Bible Church, 1135 SW College. Presented by Jews for Jesus Executive Director and CEO Aaron Abramson, who demonstrates the link between the Jewish feast of Passover and the last supper Jesus shared with His disciples – the same traditions we celebrate in modern communion.
EASTER SERVICES – Apr. 19, 3:30 or 4:45pm followed by egg hunt, Topeka Bible Church, 1135 SW College Ave. Choose from one of four services on Saturday or Sunday. If you have kids, we recommend the 3:30 or 4:45 p.m. service on Saturday so they can join in the Easter Egg Hunt at 4:30! Childcare is available
EASTER SERVICES – Apr. 20, 9am or 10:30am, Topeka Bible Church, 1135 SW College Ave. Childcare is available
EASTER SERVICES – Apr. 19 at 5pm, Apr. 20, 8am or 11am, First Southern Baptist, 1912 SW Gage. Easter Brunch is at 9:30am.
EASTER GARDEN PARTY – Apr. 20, 9am, First Baptist, 3033 SW MacVicar. Meet in the Parlor and enjoy games, a fun Bible message, a light breakfast, and the joy of finding surprise eggs filled with goodies! Worship to follow in the Sanctuary.
EASTER SERVICES – Apr. 20, 11am, Fellowship HiCrest, 455 SE Golf Park Blvd.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS
SENIORS NUTRITIONAL LUNCH – Weekdays, except holidays, at noon at Auburn Civic Center, 1020 N. Washington Street. Minimal cost per person. Reservations/cancellations are required 24 hours in advance by calling Meals on Wheels of Jefferson and Shawnee County at 295-3980. Each meal includes 1% milk and sugar-free items are included for diabetics. 785-215- 0064.
BADMINTON – Mon. & Fri. 6-8pm, First Baptist Church, 30th and MacVicar. Topeka Badminton Club invites players of all ages and skill levels to come for informal games. The fee is $3 per night. Free instruction upon request. Susan at 267-4906.
MEDICARE MONDAYS – First Mon. of ea. month, 1-3pm. Topeka/Sh. Co. Public Library (Auditorium), 1515 SW 10th. Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging and Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas offers Senior health insurance counseling. For info: 580-4545 or nhonl@tscpl.org
FREE MOBILE FOOD DISTRIBUTION – 4th Tue. through Nov., 9am, 1231 NW Eugene St. Randel Ministries, Inc., in partnership with Harvesters and Family of God Church will have its monthly food distribution. No ID or proof of income required, first come first served. Distributing fresh produce and other items to families in need. 785-234-1111 www.RandelMinistries.com
TOPEKA PUBLIC LIBRARY PLAY BUS – Every Tuesday, 9:30am-noon, Lakeview Nazarene Church, 2835 Croco. Enjoy story time, play opportunities, books for check-out & take & make art. 785-266-3247.
COUNTRY AND BALLROOM DANCING – Thursdays 6-9pm. Croco Hall. Info: Edwina 379-9538 or 478-4760.
FIRST FRIDAY ART MARKET – Downtown and NOTO arts district. Arts, antiques, fine crafts, flea market items, snacks & beverages, entertainment and more.
HARVESTERS MOBILE FOOD PANTRY, 1st & 3rd Saturdays, 2-3pm, Shawnee Heights UMC parking lot.
OPEN INDOOR COURT PICKLEBALL – Sundays at 4pm, Berryton United Methodist Church (7010 SE Berryton Rd. All ages and abilities welcome.
TOPEKA FOLK DANCERS CLASSES – Sundays, 2-4pm, 2637 SE 41st St. Dances from 20 countries. No partners or experience necessary. No fee. 215-0968.
TOPEKA ACAPELLA UNLIMITED AUDITIONS – Topeka Acappella Unlimited is looking for female singers who would like to sing four part acappella harmonies. Come be our guest July 5 at 7:00 p.m. at Topeka Bible Church, 1135 College Avenue, Topeka, KS at our guest night to meet the Director and learn more about our chorus. Topeka Acappella Unlimited is a Chapter of Sweet Adelines, International. Call Cindy Patton at 785-640-7403 for info
TERRITORIAL CAPITAL MUSEUM – Now Open, 640 E Woodson, Lecompton. (785) 887-6148 www.lecomptonkansas.com historiclecompton@gmail.com
CYCLING EVENTS – Various cycle rides are offered by Kansas Cyclist. www.kansascyclist.com/
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES – Outdoor events and activities. www.getoutdoorskansas.org/calendar
LEARNERS SESSION – every Saturday morning 11-1, Sk8away, 815 SW Fairlawn. Free skate lessons by certified instructors. $8 per person but an adult skates for free with paid child! sk8away.net, 785-272-0303, manager@sk8away.net
WOODSHED MARKET – Sundays 10-3, 1901 N. Kansas Ave.
FAMILY NIGHT AT COSMOS COURT – Every Tuesday, 5-11pm, Cosmos Court, 909 S. Kansas Ave. Every Tuesday night is family night – Get a 16” Pizza, 2 side salads, and 4 cups of ice cream for only $30! Also available: hot dogs, soup and more, plus table games, etc.
FRIDAY NIGHT FUNNIES – Every Friday at Cosmos Court, 909 S. Kansas. Weekly comedy show is only $15, or two for $25.
FIRST FRIDAYS AT THE MUSEUM – April 4, 6-10pm, Great Overland Station, 701 N. Kansas Ave. Karaoke, board games, card games, including the digital card game Magic: The Gathering Arena, Dungeons and Dragons, crafts and activities, food and refreshments, and more. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for teens. Children 12 and under free.
SATURDAY CRUISE NIGHTS – 5-9pm: 1st Sat: Spangles, 29th & Topeka Blvd (Cruise the Blvd!); 2nd Sat: Fairlawn Plaza; 3rd Sat: The Dugout, 17th & Fairlawn; 4th Sat: The Pad; 5th Sat: The Dugout.
CARS AND COFFEE – 10-Noon, every Saturday starting April 5 at Classic Bean; alternate Saturdays at Fellowship Bible Church, 10th & Urish. All makes & models
ING NETWORKING LUNCH – Apr. 2, 11:30am, Cosmos Court, 909 S. Kansas Ave. Order from menu if desired.
EASTER BUNNY VISIT – April 5, 2-4pm, Cosmos Court, 909 S. Kansas Ave. Games, pictures, decorate cookies, eggs for all kids.
FOOD TRUCK NIGHT – Apr. 5, 4-8pm, HHHS, 5720 SW 29. Featuring music by Debbie Center, who does classic rock on a PIANO! Food trucks. Bring a lawn chair. Helps homeless animals.
BREAD BASKET FARMERS MARKET – Every Saturday 7:30am-1pm in the West Ridge Mall parking lot, south end.
TOPEKA SPIRIT FAIR – BODY & SOUL REJUVENATION – April 5-6, 10-5, Woodshed Event. A two-day indoor symposium, with optional outdoor activities (weather permitting), dedicated to holistic wellness and personal development. This event will feature workshops led by recognized local practitioners, designed to engage participants in practices promoting mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Food trucks & cash bar. $3 Adm.
C5Alive “POWER” LUNCHEON – Apr. 10, 11:30-1. Free admission. Meals available from the menu if desired. Please RSVP to info@C5Alive.org so we know how many to expect. Open to the public – bring a friend!
SAVE THE DATE: C5 POWER Luncheon, May 8, 11:30-1.
SMOKE IN THE SPRING – Apr. 11-12, Osage City Community Building. Taste of Osage City BBQ and fun. Live Music, Inflatables, & Fireworks!
TOPEKA YOUTH FOR CHRIST COMEDY CAFÉ – Apr. 11, 6:30pm, Topeka Bible Church, 1101 SW Mulvane Ave. A Night of Laughter featuring comedian Pete O’Shea. Underwritten by table sponsors. Seating is limited. Make reservations at www.topekafc.org/event/comedy_cafe or call the YFC office at 785-232-8296
JEROLD BINKLEY TULIP TIME – Apr. 11-27, 6am-11pm, Ted Ensley Gardens, 3650 SE West Edge Rd; also at Old Prairie Town/Ward-Meade Botanical Garden and Doran Rock Garden/Gage Park. Stroll the gardens to see 60,000 multi-colored tulips & other spring flowering bulbs. Certain days will include vendors, live music, food trucks. 785-251-6800
TULIPS AT TWILIGHT – Every evening April 11-27, Wed. – Sun.., 7–10pm. Family fun! A luminary walk & electric light show. Experience the Ward-Meade botanical garden and Old Prairie Town’s historic buildings at night with hand-crafted electric light displays. Admission is $5 with children 5 and under free. No pets allowed. Located at Old Prairie Town & Ward-Meade Park, 1st & Clay St. Old Prairie Town buildings open for touring and FREE potted plants (one per person) Fri. & Sat. evenings, 7-8pm. Fri. thru Sun., 7-8:30, enjoy live music & entertainment, old fashion Ice Cream at the Drug Store, or a sandwich from Butcher BBQ stand.
TULIP FESTIVAL AT THE LAKE – Apr 12, 10am-3pm, Ted Ensley Gardens at Lake Shawnee. Enjoy live music, visit craft vendors, enjoy fun for the kids and stroll the gardens to view more than 50,000 multi-colored tulips. $5 admission
DOWNTOWN TOPEKA FARMERS MARKET – Saturday’s April 12 thru Oct., 7:30am-noon, 6th & Harrison. The open-air market is full of fresh fruits and vegetables, herbs, arts & crafts, flower, home-baked goods and more.
LAWRENCE FARMERS MARKET – Sat. 7:30-11:30, 824 New Hampshire Street. Starting Apr. 12.
PAWS IN THE PARK – Apr. 12, 10-2. Meet the community, shop vendors, help the animals. Lindsay.hubbard@hhhstopeka.org
CAR SEAT CHECKUP EVENT – Apr. 12, 9am-noon, Shawnee Co. Health Dept., 2600 SW East Circle Drive (off MacVicar, west of 2nd street). Certified technicians will Inspect the child restraint, provide instruction, offer guidance.
WAMEGO TULIP TIME – April 12-13, Wamego City Park. Over 200 craft vendors, food trucks, beer and wine garden, playground and inflatables, live music and entertainment
SPRING CRAFT SHOW – April 12, 9-3, Great Overland Station. Crafts, music, BBQ, snocones, more
EASTER EGG HUNT AT THE MALL – Apr. 12, 9am, West Ridge Mall. Easter Bunny photos 9am-7pm!
ANNUAL ROLL & READ – Apr. 12, 10-12, Evergy Plaza and NOTO.
CORNER MARKET – 29th & Adams. 50+ Vendors, food trucks, music, kids activities,
WOODSHED MARKET: NOTO EDITION 2ND SATURDAYS – April 12, 10-4, in NOTO.
COMMUNITY EASTER EGG HUNT – Apr. 12, 11am, Lakeview Nazarene Church, 2835 SE Croco.
ESASTER EGG HUNT AT THE CAPITOL – Apr. 12, 1-2pm. Two ages groups and a Sensory-Friendly Hunt also.
TEA PARTY WITH A PRINCESS – Apr. 12, 2pm, Cosmos Court. Join a Princess from the Once Upon a Fairytale Show in Branson! The 2024 Family Show of the year. She will sing songs, play games, have tea and cookies, prizes and more! Tickets are limited, so get yours NOW! https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/CosmosCourt/6342/event/1422989
CEDAR LAWN FARM EASTER EGG HUNT – Apr. 13, 1-4pm, 12741 SW K4 Hiway. Food trucks and fun activities.
ING NETWORKING LUNCH – Apr. 16, 11:30am, SHoppers Kitchen, 250 SE 29th. Order from menu if desired.
10th ANNUAL EASTERFEST: TOPEKA EASTER PARADE & FUN FAIR – Apr. 19, 10am-3pm, at Great Overland Station and on North Kansas Avenue. Topeka’s annual Easter Parade will begin at 10am at Garfield Park and proceed south on Kansas Avenue to the tracks in NOTO. Egg Hunt begins right after the parade at the Great Overland Station. Food Trucks will be on hand and the Family Fun Fair, Vendor Market, and Health Fair will be 10-3, inside and outside Great Overland Station, including vendor booths, children’s games, food, facepainting, inflatables, cake walk and more. Live music, gymnastics, ballet and other entertainment will be on hand. 5-K Run begins at 8:30am at Garfield Park, prior to the parade. For info: Topeka Easter Parade on facebook, info@C5Alive.org or 640-6399.
WOODSHED MARKET EGGSTASTIC CELEBRATION – Apr. 20, 10-3, Woodshed Event Center. Unique Treats is bringing the Easter bunny for pictures & enjoyment! Easter egg hunt at 12 pm for the Kiddos! Easter egg Hunt for the adults throughout the Day, Find the Easter eggs w/ fun prizes with the sellers! Market Bingo happening all day w/ fun prizes!
CARNIVAL CRAVINGS FREE CELEBRATION – Apr. 26, 12-3, 2075 SE 29th. A Carnival Cravings 1-Year Anniversary & Function Flatables 7-Year Anniversary with a free family event. Free hot dogs, free cotton candy, free popcorn Free Bounce Houses. Live DJ, Face Painting, Balloon Twisting
DISABILITY JOB FAIR – April 30, 3:30-4:30pm, 2220 SE 29th St., Suite B. Meet with employers eager to hire people with disabilities! You’ll have the chance to speak directly with employers who understand the unique strengths and talents that individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Network, gain valuable insights, and take the next step towards a fulfilling career. josulyn@kyea.org
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER – May 1. Prayer Rally at Noon at Kansas Capitol, First Floor Rotunda. Patriotic ceremony with local youth. www.nationaldayofprayer.org; donna@cultureshield.com
SHAWNEE CHORAL SOCIETY PRESENTS BRAHMS REQUIEM – May, 3, 7pm, White Concert Hall. Free Admissions, Donations Gratefully Appreciated; Debbie Stanton 319-333-9309 joinscs@shawneechoral.com
MEETINGS & CLASSES
GRIEVING MOMS FINDING HOPE: Beginning a 12-week faith-based study/support group in February for Grieving Moms. Tentatively, we will meet on Thursday afternoons. For info, contact Karen White: 913-904-6000 or Grievingmoms.com.
CHRISTIAN WRITERS GROUP OF TOPEKA -1st & third Mondays, 7pm at the Hughes Room 205 of the Topeka Library. Workshop for aspiring writers. Each participant is asked to bring five copies of a two page type written sample of a work in progress. After reading the pages aloud each participant is allowed an equal number of positive and negative comments offered in a spirit of helpfulness. If you would like to read something email Charles at jccccw@gmail.com
TOPEKA COSMOPOLITAN CLUB: The Club that fights Diabetes — Meetings: first three Thursdays of every month, 12 noon, at the Topeka Country Club.
HOPE AND HEALING ACADEMY harnesses the power of horses to transform the human spirit. They are expanding services to address the needs and experiences of first responders and members of the armed forces. For info, call 785-224-4232 or go to www.hopeandhealingacademy.com
BINDING UP THE BROKEN HEARTED – Sessions offered for women who suffer from the after-effects of abortion. All the women who lead these sessions have had an abortion and have received healing from God’s Word. For more information, contact local Healing Hearts representative Shelly Brush, Topeka First Southern Baptist Church, Topeka, KS, at shelly.b@healinghearts.org All communication is confidential and secure.
CONCERNED WOMEN FOR AMERICA MEETING – Join other concerned individuals to pray and unite in action for Shawnee County and our Nation. For info about monthly meetings: 785-260-5659 or go to ks.cwfa.org.
THE HEAT – FREE fitness classes for the community. Located at Florence Crittenton Services Center for Integrative Health, 5423 SW 7th St. www.flocritkansas.org
Sunday 4-5 pm Yoga
Monday 12-12:45pm Cardio Remix
Monday 5:30-6:15pm STRONG™
Tuesday 12:15-1:15pm Restorative Yoga
Tuesday 5:30-6:15pm Zumba®
Wednesday 5:30-6:15pm Cardio Sculpt
Thursday 12:15-1:00pm Pilates + CIRCL Mobility™
Thursday 5:30-6:15pm Zumba®
Friday 12-12:45pm POUND
TOPEKA TREASURE HUNTERS CLUB – 3rd Sun. of each month except May, Sep. & Dec., 7pm, Papan’s Landing Senior Center, 618 NW Paramore St. Family Memberships include children & grandchildren up to 18 yrs. A place to meet friends to discuss all aspects of Metal Detecting, club business, plus socializing & entertainment.
DEAF WORSHIP SERVICE – 3rd Sun., 3pm, Faith Lutheran Church, 17th & Gage. Also, every Sun. 9:30am service is interpreted.
FAMILY EXPERIENCE (FX) – Every Sun., 6:01pm, Fairlawn Church of the Nazarene, 730 Fairlawn Rd. A time of high intensity, action packed, skit mania, worship music all centered around the word of God for 45 minutes. A free family worship event. For info: Emily Moore, 272-6322 or fxthelawn@gmail.com.
LADIES’ SMALL GROUP – Every Sun., 6pm, Bethel Baptist Church, 4011 N. Kansas Ave. Studying the book of Esther, using the DVD series “It’s Tough Being a Woman” by Beth Moore. All welcome. Info: 286-0467.
TAI CHI FOR HEALTH – Monday 10:00 – 11:00 at Lowman United Methodist Church and Thursday 9:30—10:30 at Topeka Zoo. No training is needed, just watch and follow. Please contact Madon Daily at 505-424-8989 or madondailey@gmail.com. To Join from Home via Zoom, contact Madon for the Zoom link and password.
PICKLEBALL – Monday and Wednesday, 1:00 – 3:00 pm, First Baptist Church, 3033 SW MacVicar Ave, Topeka. Park on the West Side, where the gym is located. Requires a signed liability waiver. SCT Membership is strongly encouraged. If you would like to play, contact coordinator Dave Mathias, davemathias@sbcglobal.net, or Betsy Thompson, betsyjthompson@gmail.com.
SHEPHERD’S CENTER BOOK CLUB – 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1275 SW Boswell Ave., Topeka. Please contact the office at 785-249-3258 or shepherdstopeka@yahoo.com for the book of study.
SMS – STRENGTH, MOBILITY, STABILITY EXERCISE GROUP (SMS) Monday 9:00- 9:30 am, Arbor Court, 4200 SW Drury Lane, Topeka. Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 – 9:30 am, Rosehill Place, 3600 SW Gage Blvd # 97, Topeka. Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 – 10:45, Grace UMC, 2627 SW Western Ave, Topeka. If you would like to attend, call Anne Crawford at 785-273- 4527 or email anne.crawford@cox.net.
TOPEKA LIONS CLUB, 1st Mondays at Noon – 1 pm at The Capper Foundation, 3500 SW 10th Ave. Park on the North side. RSVP by Fri. for lunch/pay at the meeting. Visitors welcome. TopekaLions.org/contact-us to make reservations. WE SERVE!
BOY’S TRAIL LIFE & AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS TROUPS – Every Mon. 6pm, Cornerstone Comm. Ch., 7620 SW 21st. Faith-based scouting programs, age 5-18. Register at cornerstonetopeka.com. 478-2929.
TOPEKA NEEDLEWORK GUILD – Every Mon. (except holidays) 9a-11a in the Menninger Room of the Topeka Public Library. Bring a project to work on as we share our needleworking skills and ideas. All are welcome to drop in.
TOPEKA MANKIND PROJECT – Mondays, 6:30pm, 2112 SW Morningside Rd. Supports men in becoming their best selves, including physical, mental & emotional health & wellness. Open to any man. Brian Thomas: brian.thomas01@gmail.com or 785-727-9439
HEARTLAND HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOODS – 2nd Mon., 11:45am-1pm. Promoting neighborhood well-being by mobilizing people, ideas & resources. 233-1365.
SENIOR FIT & FUN PROGRAM – Every Mon., Wed., and Fri at 1:30 at Pleasant Hills United Methodist Church, 4525 NW Button Rd., 785-246-1737.
CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL CO-OP – Monday’s, 1-4pm, Lakeview Nazarene, 2835 SE Croco Rd. Contact info: (785)266-3247, FB: Topeka Lakeview Nazarene
TOPEKA LINCOLN CLUB – 1st Tue. of month, 7pm, Topeka Public Library. Discussing our greatest President, Abraham Lincoln, and his times. The public is welcome. For info, contact Kirk Nystrom 235-6977.
FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES Aerie 4319: First & Third Tue. 7pm; Auxiliary: Third & Fourth Tue. month 6pm, 2941 SE Fremont Street. The Fraternal Order of Eagles is an international non-profit organization uniting fraternally in the spirit of liberty, truth, justice, and equality, to make human life more desirable by lessening its ills and promoting peace, prosperity, gladness and hope. www.foe.com 785-266-7307
SENIORS PITCH CLUB – Every Tuesday 1 pm at Garfield Community Center. First visit free then a dollar per visit for coffee and replacement cards
OUR LADY OF THE FAITHFUL – Every 1st Tues., 6:30pm Mass followed by Dinner, Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church. A Catholic group for those in their 20-30s. For info: Michelle Ann 580-3071 or ourladyofthefaithful@gmail.com. Facebook: “OurladyoftheFaithful.”
SENIORS PITCH CLUB – Every Tuesday 1 pm at Garfield Community Center. First visit free then a dollar per visit for coffee and replacement cards
DUPLICATE BRIDGE…Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30PM at The Woman’s Club of Topeka, 5221 SW West Dr Topeka, KS. Bill Gates and Warren Buffett play duplicate bridge! It is great for your brain health. For additional information email janescola@hotmail.com.
SUNRISE OPTIMIST CLUB – Every Tue., 6:30am, Sunrise Optimist Complex, 720 NW 50th St. 246-1291.
NARVE Meeting (Nat’l Assn of Railroad Veteran Employee) – Second Tuesday of each month at Museum of the KS National Guard, 125 SE Airport Dr, Topeka – 9:30AM.
MENNINGER BIBLE CLASSES – Tuesdays 11am -12:30pm. Amerus Room, YWCA, 225 West 12th. A new study group for Year One of Flo Menninger’s course on Four Years through the Bible. Read and discuss Genesis through First Kings. Nominal charge for materials. For info call the YWCA at 233-1750 or Clara Gamache at 785-408-5433. (The Bible study is also taught on Sat. mornings on 101.5 FM radio.)
O.W.L.S. (Older Wise Loving Saints) – meets the second Tuesday of the month. Location varies and can be found at www.faithfamilylife.com
HAND AND FOOT CANASTA – 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 2:00 – 4:00 pm, St. David’s Episcopal Church, 3916 SW 17th St, Topeka. You must arrive before 2:00 pm and stay for the entire game. If you would like to play, please email Caroline Huff at lilbopper1@gmail.com or call 228-2447.
MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES – 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 2:00 – 4:00 pm, St. David’s Episcopal Church, 3916 SW 17th St, Topeka. Do not enter the building before 1:45 pm. If you are interested in playing, please email the co-coordinators, Ottie Reed, reed7111@gmail.com, or Mary Adkins, marycatkeeper@gmail.com
MAP GROUP (MEMOIRS, ANCESTRY, PHOTOS) – VIA ZOOM – 4th Wednesday of the month 10:00 – 11:30 am. Contact Rich McReynolds at rlm4017@gmail.com if you would like to join this group. A Zoom link will be sent to you before the meeting.
FAMILY HISTORY WRITING GROUP – 2nd Wednesday of the month, 10:00 – 11:30 am, Lowman United Methodist Church, room 12. Do you have great family stories to tell and want to pass them down to the next generation but don’t know where to start? Sally Kahle, the coordinator for this group, will help you get started. Contact our office for more information.
S.W.A.G. (Spiritual Warriors Anointed by God) youth group – Wed at 7:00 p.m. 3710 NW Topeka Blvd.
AWANA – Every Wed., 6-8pm, First Southern Baptist Church, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. Bible based program for children & youth ages 3-HS. For info: 272-0443.
AWANA – Every Wed., 6:30pm, Bethel Baptist Church, 4011 N. Kansas Ave. Bible based program for children & youth ages 3-HS. For info: 286-0467.
AWANA – Every Wed., 6:30-8pm, Auburn Christian Church. Bible based program for children & youth ages 3-HS. For info: 256-2515.
TOPEKA PRAYER GROUP – Every Wed., 6:30pm, 409 SW Buchanan St. Do you believe that God hears and answers prayers? Do you believe Jesus wants to lead His people by His Holy Spirit? Come join us in prayer as we seek His face for answers and direction. 785-845-1948; holmie2@sbcglobal.net
VIP LUNCHEON FOR SENIORS – Every Wed., 10:45 Bible Study and meal at Noon, Topeka Church of the Brethren, 3201 NW Rochester Rd. (1 mile north of Dillon’s North). FREE lunch with Christian fellowship, devotions & entertainment provided by Topeka North Outreach. Free will donations accepted. For info: 785-224-8803 or vip@topekanorthoutreach.org
MACHINE EMBROIDERY CLUB – 1st Wed., 9am–3pm, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th Street (east door). Anyone with an Embroidery machine is invited to attend, there are no dues or formal meeting agenda. Lunch is on your own. Teach each other, enjoy fellowship & complete projects. Call 379-5159.
STUDENT IMPACT – Every Wed., 6–8pm, First Southern Baptist, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. Youth games, teaching, worship, small groups. For info: 272-0443.
CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE – Every Thurs. 7–9pm, First Southern Baptist, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. Worship for college students.
LINE DANCING – 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 1:30 – 3:30 at First Baptist Church, 3033 SW MacVicar Ave, Topeka. Please contact Karen Botkin at 785-945-6785 or Jim Baer at 785-256-2432 at jimbaer73@gmail.com to register for this activity.
BRIDGE GROUP – 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 1:00 – 3:30 pm, at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th St, Topeka. To play, arrangements must be made by Monday at 5:00 by calling Joan Arterburn at 408-5174.
INTENTIONAL MOM – 1st & 3rd Thurs., 9-11:30am, Topeka Bible Church Auditorium, 1135 SW College. For all moms, helping them to be intentional! For info: 234-5545.
OPERATION BACKPACK – 1st Thurs., 6pm, Indian Creek Elementary, 4303 NE Indian Creek Rd. Volunteers gather to assemble Weekend Snack Sacks for low-income students. Sponsored by Topeka North Outreach. For info: 286-1370.
TOPEKA TWILIGHT LIONS BRANCH CLUB – 3rd Thursdays at 7pm at Lakeview Church of the Nazarene, 2835 SE Croco. Social gathering, guests welcome. Topekalions.org
TOPEKA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY – 4th Thurs., 7pm, Topeka Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 SW 10th St. No program in Nov. or Dec. Promotes & stimulates the education, knowledge & interest of the membership & the public in family history, genealogical records & research. For info: 233-5762 or tgstopeka.org.
KINGDOM ADVISORS TOPEKA AREA STUDY GROUP – 3rd Thu., 11:30am, Northland Christian Church, 3102 NW Topeka Blvd. Christian financial professionals: financial planners, accountants, attorney’s & insurance agents invited. For info: kingdomadvisors.org or Jim Hanna, james.c.hanna@ampf.com or 357-6278 x19.
TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) — Every Fri. 8:30 to 10:00 am at 3221 SW Burlingame Road. 800-932-8677. Support for your weight loss journey. tops.org
A GOOD YARN CLUB – 2nd & 4th Sat., 9-11am, Wanamaker Rd Baptist Church, 2700 SW Wanamaker. Doing Good for Others: Knitting & Crocheting for Local Charities, free yarn, needles, hooks & patterns. All are welcome. Info: Anne, 272-9249 or kittens812@sbcglobal.net
BIBLE QUIZZING – 1st Sat. Learn God’s Word & have fun with area Christian youth age 9-19. YFC/YEA style quizzing & rules. 913-593-6427 or biblequizzer.org.
MONTHLY SCORE MEETING – 1st Sat., 8-9:30am, Washburn Tech, 5724 SW Huntoon (enter east doors facing Huntoon). No RSVP or fee is required. Small business owners are invited to a Breakfast Roundtable discussion with members of SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives). For info: 234-3049.
TOPEKA GREAT LIGHT AGLOW – For meeting info contact Vickie Lynch at greatlighttopeka@gmail.com
SUPPORT GROUPS
OVERCOMER’S OUTREACH ANONYMOUS RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP – Mondays 6:30-7:30pm, at Be Filled Of South Topeka, 200 Airport Rd, Bldg. 818 Suite 1. Led by Pastor Bill Ritchey. 785-817-2802
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS – Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging provides an opportunity for caregivers to get together and share their ideas and feelings.
1st Wednesday of the month, 1pm, Baldwin Methodist Church, 708 Grove… Baldwin City.
2nd Monday of the month, 3:30pm, Topeka public library, Anton Rm.
3rd Thursday of the month, 2-3pm, Topeka Library, Perkins Room
3rd Friday of the month, 12 noon, Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, 2910 SW Topeka Blvd.
MIDLAND CARE GRIEF SUPPORT Groups: Building A, 200 SW Frazier Circle
Every Mon., 4-5pm: 12 Week Adult Group for Recent Loss
1st and 3rd Thu., 10:30am & 5:30pm—Ongoing Adult Group
1st and 3rd Thu., 5:30pm: Ongoing Young Adult Group (4-18 years of age)
For All Groups: Call for start dates and info packet. Group and individual grief support available upon request. For info: 785-232-2044 ext.341
ABORTION RECOVERY SUPPORT – Providing services for women & men who suffer from Post-Abortion Syndrome…we can help mend a broken heart! For info: Kay Lyn at KLCarlson20@cox.net.
AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS – for friends & families of alcoholics. For info: 785-409-3072 or topekaalanon.org
PURSUIT FOR SEXUAL PURITY – Men struggling with pornography & sexual addiction. This bible study/ accountability group uses the Pure Desire book by Ted Roberts. For info: 249-9509. All inquiries confidential.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUPS – Monthly support group meetings for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. For info: Alzheimer’s Association, Heart of America Chapter, 271-1844 or email cindy.miller@alz.org.
“HEALING HEARTS” support group/Bible study – Sundays 6-8pm. For women whose husbads struggle with pornography addictions or have had affairs. Video & workbook will give you hope for your marriage & emotional healing. For info: Janet Mitchel, 673-4294.
BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE – NE Kansas Chapter (B.A.C.A.) 3rd Sun., 4 pm American Legion, 3800 SE Michigan. Open to the public. For info: 817-5801.
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS/BEREAVED PARENTS GROUP – Meets 4th Mon. in Formation classroom at Most Pure Heart of Mary, 17th & Stone. Discussion starts 7pm; fellowship & refreshments 8:30. 272-4895
GRIEF SUPPORT– First Monday each month, 3:30-4:30pm, 400 SW Oakley. Call Donna Park for info: 783-7527 or valeotopeka.org. Open to public. Free.
GRIEF SUPPORT – Sponsored by Heartland Hospice for those dealing with death or major loss:
1st Mon., 5:30-7:30pm, Individual appointments; other times are available. Call Terry Frizzell at (785)230-6730.
3rd Thurs., 11am, Lunch After Loss, Paisano’s Ristorante, Fleming Place, SW 10th & Gage Blvd, Dutch treat luncheon to meet new friends who have sat where you are sitting. For reservations or info: 785-271-6500.
CAREGIVERS GROUP- Caring Hearts of Hope meet every other Tuesday from 6-7pm at Highland Heights Christian Church. This group will root its encouragement in God’s word and prayer as well as conversation and sharing and is open to all those who care for others with illnesses such as Alzheimers, dementia, cancer or other debilitating illnesses or injuries. For dates and info, go to “Weekly Class List” at www.highlandheightscc.com or call 785-379-5642.
OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP – First Tue. each month at St. Francis Health, 1700 SW 7th St, Meeting Room, 2nd floor, 6–7:30pm. Anyone with an ostomy may attend. The goal is to provide education and ongoing support for individuals with an ostomy. Contact Teresa Kellerman at 785-295-5555 for info.
GRANDPARENT/RELATIVE CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP – 3rd Tue., 6:30-8pm, 2nd floor meeting room, St. Francis Hosp, 1700 SW 7th. For info: Sharla, 286-2329; Jennie (English/Spanish) 231-0763.
THE GREATER TOPEKA MULTIPLE MYELOMA – 3rd Tue., 7-8:30pm, Faith Lutheran Church, 17th St. & Gage Blvd. Open to Multiple Myeloma patients, their family members & friends. Share support, information & friendship. For info: Donna, 903-918-9553.
HEALING AFTER LOSS TO SUICIDE (HeALS) Topeka support group meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8, at 1st Congregational Church, 17th and Collins. For info: Topeka.heals@gmail.com or 785-380-9309.
PRISON OUTREACH MINISTRY – Every Tue., 7-9pm, Topeka Women’s Prison, 815 Rice Rd. Reaching out to those who can’t come in, finding freedom behind bars, inspiring inmates to seek salvation during a difficult time. Providing support & guidance through the Holy Spirit to offer strength. Director: Don Garner, 286-0489 or faithfamilylifeministries@gmail.com.
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS – Every Wed, 7pm, St. Francis Hospital, meeting room #8.
MOMS-IN-TOUCH PRAYER GROUP – Every Wed., 2:30-3:30pm, Library at Cair Paravel-Latin School. Experience God’s power through prayer as we lift our students, teachers, staff, administrators & board up to the Lord. For info: 357-0369.
DIVORCECARE PROGRAMS – (For updates check www.divorcecare.org) locations and times:
WED. – 6:30pm, Topeka Bible Church, 1101 SW Mulvane. Cost: $15. Child care provided. For info: 379-0505 or www.divorcecare.org.
WED. – 6:45 – 8:45pm, Walnut View Christian Church, 3634 SE 37th St. (just East of 37th & Croco). Cost: $10 registration (scholarships available). The video seminar series featuring some of the nation’s foremost experts on divorce and recovery topics, combined with support group discussion of the materials. Complimentary child care children up to the fifth grade. Info: 266-7550 or walnutviewcc@att.net. Contact: Pastor Thornton.
WED. – 6:30pm, Northland Christian Church, 3102 NW Topeka Blvd. No Cost. 286-1204, www.northland.cc
PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP – First Thursday, 3pm, St Francis Hospital, Room 300 on 2nd floor. For info: Jim 785 806 3266
NICOTINE ANONYMOUS – Every Fri., 6:30pm, Town & Country Christian Church Renaissance Room, 4925 SW 29th St., use west door cross red foot bridge. A fellowship of men & women helping each other to live free of nicotine. No fees. 402-321-486; Laboomaha@att.net.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY – Every Fri., 6:45pm, 1912 Gage Blvd. A Christ-centered program, based on 12 steps and 8 principles found in the Bible. Applying these Biblical principles, become free from hurts, habits, and hang-ups. crtopekaks.org.
TOPEKA NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP – For families & friends who are affected by someone else’s narcotic addiction. Every Mon. @ 7pm; Every Sat. at 10am. First Baptist Church, 3033 SW MacVicar, Enter Door A, Room 211. www.naranonmidwest.org
COVENANT KEEPERS – 3rd Sat. Group for people who want to see their marriage saved when their spouse wants out. For info: 816-453-0884 or 816-966-0927.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY DESTINATIONS
BROWN V. BOARD NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE – Daily, 9am–5pm, 1515 SE Monroe. Located in the former all-black Monroe School. Free admission. For info: 354-4273 or www.nps.gov/brvb/.
CEDAR CREST, official residence of the KS Governor – Mon., 1pm-3pm, with tours on the half hour, 1 SW Cedar Crest Rd. Free adm. For info: 296-3636.
COMBAT AIR MUSEUM – Mon.-Sat., 9:30am-4:30pm; Sun. noon–4:30pm, Hanger 602, Forbes Field. For info: 862-3303 or combatairmusem.org.
CURTIS HOUSE MUSEUM – Every Sat., 11am-3pm; by appointment other times , 1101 SW Topeka Blvd. Former mansion of Charles Curtis, 31st Vice President of the US, and the only one of American Indian heritage. Cost $5. For info: 357-1371 or 597-5380.
CONSTITUTION HALL – Wed.-Sat., 9am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm, National Landmark, Kansas State Historic Site, Civil War History: Famous Lecompton Constitution, 319 Elmore, Lecompton. For info: 887-6520 or consthall@kshs.org; lecomptonkansas.com or kshs.org/constitution_hall
GREAT OVERLAND STATION – Railroad museum, education center, veterans memorial and more. 701 N. Kansas Avenue. Tue-Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 1-4pm. Closed on Sundays in Jan. & Feb. Adm: $4 adults, $3 seniors, $2 children age 3-12. For info: 232-5533 or greatoverlandstation.com.
HISTORIC RITCHIE HOUSE – Tour the oldest remaining home in Topeka (built 1856-57). 1116 Madison. Admission free. 10am-2pm; weaving demonstrations, games, food & more.
HOLLEY MILITARY MUSEUM – Downtown Ramada Inn. Featuring 5 galleries, named after world leaders. Featuring World War II artifacts, Air Force One exhibit, Kansas War Heroes, Space, Vietnam & more. Cost: Free. 10am-8pm daily.
KANSAS NATIONAL GUARD MUSEUM – Forbes Field. For hours & info: 862-1020.
KANSAS MUSEUM OF HISTORY – 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday, 1 – 5 p.m. Sunday. 6425 SW 6th Avenue. 785-272-8681, kshs.org/museum.
KANSAS STATE CAPITOL – Mon.-Fri., 8am–5pm, SW 10th & Jackson St. Tours provided. For info: 296-3966 or www.kshs.org/capitol. Dome Tours M-F 10:30am-4:15pm.
OLD PRAIRIE TOWN – 1st & Clay. Open Mon.-Sat., 10am-4pm; Sun. 12-4pm. Daily guided tours: M-F 10am, 12 & 2pm; Sat. & Sun. 12 & 2pm. 368-2441.
ROEBKE HOUSE MUSEUM – 216 New York, Holton. For info: 364-4991.
TERRITORIAL CAPITAL MUSEUM – Wed.-Sat., 11am-4pm; Sun., 1-5pm, National Register Site, 3 floors of Civil War and Victorian Artifacts, President Eisenhower’s parents’ marriage site: 640 E. Woodson Ave., Lecompton. For info: 887-6148 or lanemuseum@aol.com or lecomptonkansas.com.
TOPEKA/SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY – 1515 SW 10th St. Mon.-Fri., 9am-9pm, Sat., 9am-6pm, Sun., 12-9pm. For info: 580-4400.
TOPEKA ZOO – Gage Blvd. between 6th & 10th St. Zoo hours 9am-5pm. Birthday Parties available — choose from two separate party packages; parties last two hours. For info: 368-9180 or topekazoo.com.
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