http://1350kman.com America/Chicago America/Chicago America/Chicago 20171105T020000 -0500 -0600 CST 20170312T020000 -0600 -0500 CDT ai1ec-2975@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan Area Amateur Radio Society will be demonstrating Amateur Radio at Long’s Park from Saturday, June 25th until 1:00 pm Sunday.  This installation is part of the annual Field Day event staged every June by amateur radio operators throughout North America.  The public is invited to come and see what Amateur Radio is all about… and perhaps learn about a skill that will help them be prepared when disaster strikes.  Visitors to the site will have the chance to try their hand at making contacts with at a Get On the Air station.  Ham operators will be there to answer questions. 20160625 20160627 +39.17636;-96.580049 Long's Park @ Colorado St & S 15th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Amateur Radio free ai1ec-3016@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band under the direction of Dr. Frank Tracz will conclude its 96th season with a final concert this Tuesday, July 19th at 7:30 pm at the City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell.  The concert will consist of favorite selections from the Summer Season including “A Dixieland Jam”, “Sinatra in Concert”, and a “Les Miserables Medley”.  Bench seating is available or bring a lawn chair. 20160719 20160719 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Municipal Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-3046@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Friends of Tuttle Creek have created many family and children activities that are free.  Lunch in their area for active duty/veterans in the VFW area are free.  The VFW also has family and children activities.  A wonderful day to get the family out.  For veterans many activities for support, claims, assistance, morale and more are available. The park is open for free entrance.  This event takes place on Saturday, August 17th.  For more information contact the VFW in Manhattan or Suzie Hernandez Moss, Friends of Tuttle Creek State Park, smh81020@yahoo.com or 785-313-3067. 20160827 20160828 +39.257546;-96.579604 Tuttle Creek @ 5800 River Pond Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Friends of Tuttle Creek & VFW Warrior Picnic free ai1ec-3179@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Buddy Poppy Day is Saturday, November 5th.  The Buddy Poppy is known as “The Flower of Remembrance”.  It is worn in memory or our veterans.  Get your Buddy Poppy to honor those who gave all, Saturday, November 5th at your Manhattan Dillon’s and Walmart stores.  All proceeds benefit VFW veterans assistance programs. 20161105 20161106 Manhattan, Ks 0 Buddy Poppy Day free ai1ec-3167@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Veterans Day Schedule:  7:00 am – Veterans Day Breakfast at the American Legion Hall, Post 17, 114 McCall Road.  Free to all Veterans.   8:00 am – Inaugural Flag Raising, Flint Hills Center, corner of Houston and 4th Streets. 8:00 am – Parade Line in the staging area, Manhattan Town Center.  9:00 am – State and Territorial Flag Display, City Hall, 1101 Poyntz Avenue.  9:30 am Veterans Day Honor Parade.  Starting at the Manhattan Town Center with a review in front of City Hall, and ends at 14th Street.  11:00 am – Commemorative Program, Peace Memorial Auditorium.  Guest speaker Lt General Perry Wiggins (Ret).  6:00 pm – Veterans Day Recognition Honors Banquet.  Guest speaker LTC. Art DeGroat (Ret). 20161111 20161112 Manhattan, KS 0 Veterans Day Activities free ai1ec-3626@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The American Red Cross in Kansas needs volunteer support!  Train to become a hero for your community in times of crisis.  Neighbors helping neighbors to rebound, rebuild, recover.  New Disaster Volunteer Training will be held at the Manhattan Public Library on Friday, June 23rd from 5:00 – 9:00 pm and Saturday, June 24th from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  For details and registration contact 785-354-9244 or ariane.messina@redcross.org. 20170623 20170624 +39.17939;-96.56567 Manhattan Public Library @ 609 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Everyday Heroes Bootcamp free ai1ec-3338@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The 28th annual Sunflower State Games will be held July 14th – 30th.  The Sunflower State Games is Kansas’ largest amateur sports festival.  With over 45 different events there is something for people of all ages and skill levels.  In 2017 they will be adding Cornhole (Bags) and Drone Racing to the list of events.  Registration for the Sunflower State Games opens on March 1st, deadlines to register vary for each sport.  Complete event information and registration procedures can be found at www.sunflowergames.com. 20170714 20170731 +39.055824;-95.689018 Topeka, KS, USA 0 2017 Sunflower State Games free ai1ec-2895@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community A free senior health fair and open house will be held on Friday, June 3rd at Garden Grove Apartments from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.  Everyone is invited to attend.  Several local businesses will be participating in this event.  For questions call 785-275-1285. 20160603T130000 20160603T150000 +39.187819;-96.61053 Garden Grove Apartments @ 1119 Garden Way, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Senior Health Fair free ai1ec-2946@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community ‘Tis the Season of Juneteenth!  The public is invited to celebrate this landmark of freedom with a wildflower walk on the tall grass prairie!   The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 4th, 7:30 pm, at Bird Runner Wildlife Refuge, east side, 5 mile south of I-70, Exit 307.  Visitors should follow the gravel drive across the bridge and up to the Guest House and park along the drive.  Sturdy shoes & insect repellent are a must, as mosquitoes and ticks are bad this year!  Admission is free but reservations are requested, via 785-539-5592 or margystewart785@gmail.com. 20160604T193000 +38.971643;-96.586885 Bird Runner Wildlife Refuge @ 11003 Lower McDowell Rd, Junction City, KS 66441, USA 0 ‘Tis the Season of Juneteenth! free 1 ai1ec-2844@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community First Lutheran Church and Peace Lutheran Church are teaming up for VBS this year!  VBS is for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade.  There will be a preschool program and nursery care for siblings and children of volunteers.  This event will be held June 6th – June 10th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.  Register now to be a part of this exciting week.  Registration deadline is May 23rd.  For more information call 785-539-7371. 20160606T090000 20160610T120000 +39.203682;-96.607536 Peace Lutheran Church @ 2800 Kimball Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Vacation Bible School free ai1ec-2892@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The 1st Infantry Division and Fort Riley extend invitations to any and all Vietnam veterans to attend a welcome-home ceremony on Wednesday, June 8th, during the division’s annual Victory Week (June 6-10). Gather with our Soldiers, their families and our community as we recognize all of your efforts and sacrifices and as we begin the countdown to the Big Red One’s 100th anniversary.  This ceremony will be held at 2:30 pm on June 8th at Marshall Army Airfield.  RSVP to 1stIDEvents@gmail.com.  For more information go to www.riley.army.mil/vietnamveteranswelcome/ 20160608T143000 +39.088346;-96.813939 Marshall Army Airfield @ Fort Riley, KS, USA 0 Welcome Home Ceremony free 1 ai1ec-2893@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Paxico Sacred Heart Parish Chicken Dinner will be held on Sunday, June 12th, serving buffet style from 12:00 to 3:30 pm.  Mass will be at 10:30 am. Bingo/Games/Raffles and Silent Auction.  Adults – $8.00.  Ages 4 thru 12 – $3.50. Ages 3 and under – FREE.  Location is Parish Hall, located 1 1/2 miles north of Paxico, KS. 20160612T120000 20160612T153000 +39.084721;-96.175272 Paxico Hall @ Newbury, KS 66526, USA 0 Chicken Dinner free ai1ec-2963@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band will present its weekly concert Tuesday, June 14th at City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell at 7:30 pm.  The concert will include traditional marches “Colonel Bogey” and “King Cotton” as well as “Light Cavalry Overture”. A concert highlight will be the combined performance of the Municipal Band and the 170 students attending the KSU Summer Band Camp conducted by KSU Band Director Don Linn.  The combined groups will perform “Courage March” and “Shorewood Overture”.  Also featured will be xylophone soloist Dan Haddad, KSU graduate student, performing “Xylophonia”.  KSU percussionists Alex Wimmer and Jack Donovan will join Haddad performing “Serenade for a Picket Fence”.  The weekly concerts are free and open to the public.   20160614T193000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Municipal Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-2947@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Respite care is temporary help provided that helps caregivers.  Respite workers or volunteers assist a child or adult with special needs so that the caregiver can “take a break.”  This temporary relief to a family caregiver can be a welcome solution.  The one-day REST course provides skills and tools to people who want to help caregivers.  This interactive training is for people who want to provide respite.  It is a highly detailed program that prepares people – family members, volunteers or job seekers – to care for people with health care needs and various diagnoses.  The course includes topics for caring for older adults diagnosed with a form of dementia, adults recovering from a stroke or an accident and children with developmental disabilities.  This training will be held on Thursday, June 16th from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Geary County Senior Center.  Register today by calling SHICK Coordinator, Marsha Rogers at 800-432-2703 or email her at marshar@ncfhaaa.com. 20160616T083000 20160616T153000 +39.01412;-96.872401 Geary County Senior Center @ 1025 S Spring Valley Rd, Junction City, KS 66441, USA 0 Caregiver Training free ai1ec-2964@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community This Friday, June 17th, “The Grateful Dudes, Tony Ridder & Jeb Bolan, joined by musicians Sally Schafer & Joan Nelson.”  Supper at 6:00 pm, music at 7:00 pm and they will be at the American Legion in Olsburg due to the heat. 20160617T180000 +39.43167;-96.614809 Loberg Grocery @ 400 2nd St, Olsburg, KS 66520, USA 0 3rd Friday Music-Olsberg free 1 ai1ec-2872@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The 27th Annual Manhattan Juneteenth Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 18th at City Park.  The theme of this year’s one-day event is “Freedom – Community – Family”.  Reading of the City of Manhattan’s proclamation and Community Unity Walk around the park will kick-off this year’s event at 9:30 am.  Free t-shirts will be given to the first 100 people participating in the walk.  The day will conclude with a musical performance by The Charles Walker Band in the Norvell Band Shell starting at 6:30.  For detailed information about the day’s schedule of events and current sponsors, go to the Manhattan Juneteenth website at www.manhattanjuneteenth.org or Facebook at “Manhattan KS Juneteenth Celebration or send an email to info@manhattanjuneteenth.org. 20160618T093000 20160618T200000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Juneteenth Celebration free ai1ec-2955@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community You are cordially invited to attend the Medal of Honor Remembrance Ceremony honoring Civil War Soldier: First Sergeant Conrad Schmidt Co. K, 2nd Calvary Regiment on Saturday, June 18th, 9:30 am at Ogden St. Patrick’s Cemetery, 7280 Harris Road (corner of Harris and Mallon Roads) Ogden, KS.  Sponsored by the Polly-Ogden Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.  Please bring a lawn chair if you wish to be seated.  Inclement weather ceremony location: Ogden Community Center, 220 Willow Street, Ogden, KS. For more information contact: Marie McConnell at 785-564-0060. Marie853@msn.com or Lorie Hatcliff 785-317-0818, Lorie.Hatcliff@gmail.com. 20160618T093000 +39.12518;-96.717672 Ogden St. Patrick's Cemetery @ 7280 Harris Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Remembrance Ceremony free 1 ai1ec-2956@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community You are cordially invited to attend the Medal of Honor Remembrance Ceremony honoring Civil War Soldier: Pvt. John H Callahan Co. B, 122nd Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment on Saturday, June 18th at 11:00 am at the Sunset Cemetery.  Sponsored by the Polly-Ogden Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Please bring a lawn chair if you wish to be seated.  Inclement weather ceremony location: St. Luke’s Lutheran Church (1/2 block north of Sunset Cemetery entrance).  For more information contact Marie Mcconnell at 785-564-0060 or Marie853@msn.com.  Lorie Hatcliff at 785-317-0818 or Lorie.Hatcliff@gmail.com. 20160618T110000 +39.181645;-96.588474 Sunset Cemetery @ 2000 Leavenworth St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Remembrance Ceremony free 1 ai1ec-2962@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan Area Habitat for Humanity welcomes Bike & Build to Manhattan, as they bike across the country on their service-oriented cycling trip to raise money and awareness for the affordable housing cause.  Over 30 Bike & Build cyclists are expected that will work alongside 8 – 10 of the partner families as they work on the 26th Habitat Home at 406 1st Street in St. George and build a safe play area for the children.  This event will be held on Tuesday, June 21st from 10 am – 2 pm.  To learn more, visit www.bikeandbuild.org and http://mahfh.org/.  Free to the public, no registration required. 20160621T100000 20160621T140000 +39.189454;-96.418212 Habitat Home @ 406 1st St, St George, KS 66535, USA 0 Bike & Build Cyclists free ai1ec-2971@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Book Discussion Group and the VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Support Group will meet on Tuesday, June 21st, at the Riley County Senior Center.  The Book Group will meet at 1:00 pm.  The title of this month’s book is “The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics” by Daniel Brown.  The VIP meeting will follow from 2:00 – 3:00.  One of the members will lead a discussion on living with a visual impairment.  Please join as they share thoughts and ideas with each other.  Any questions, please contact Kathy at 539-1973. 20160621T130000 20160621T150000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Book Discussion Group free ai1ec-2972@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band conducted by Dr. Frank Tracz will present its weekly concert Tuesday, June 21st at City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell at 7:30 pm.  The concert will include traditional Sousa marches as well as selections from the Broadway Musical “Les Miserable”.  Also featured will be medleys from the movies “Star Trek” and “James Bond”.  The weekly concerts are free and open to the public. 20160621T193000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Municipal Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-2965@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Thursday, June 23rd at 6:30 pm, Riley County Historical Museum Director Cheryl Collins will conduct a “Top of the Town” tour of Bluemont Hill.  Meet at the Bluemont Scenic Overlook parking lot off Bluemont Scenic Drive.  Admission is free and everyone is invited.  Bluemont Hill’s “Manhattan” letters are a scenic focal point of our community today.  Emigrants, adventurers, abolitionists and more are part of this tour of Bluemont Hill’s interesting history.  The Bluemont Scenic Overlook is part of City of Manhattan’s Goodnow Park.  The Overlook may be reached off of Bluemont Scenic Drive from Ehlers Road.  Ehlers Road may be reached by driving up Juliette Street, or from Tuttle Creek Boulevard.  If it is raining the evening of the tour it will be rescheduled for June 30th. 20160623T183000 +39.193049;-96.565032 Bluemont Hill @ Bluemont Scenic Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Top of the Town Tour free 1 ai1ec-2982@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community There will be a Homebuyer Readiness Workshop: Home Insurance on Tuesday, July 26th, 7:00 pm, at the Manhattan Public Library, Groesbeck Room.  They will be discussing the many options for Home Insurance coverage.  This is free and open to the public. 20160626T190000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Homebuyer Readiness Workshop free 1 ai1ec-2984@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band under the direction of Dr. Frank Tracz will present its weekly concert Tuesday, June 28th at the City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell at 7:30 pm.  The concert will include Irving Berlin’s “Songs For America”, a “Dixieland Medley”, and “Sinatra In Concert” consisting of popular hits from Frank Sinatra.  Don Linn will be featured as trumpet soloist performing “Valdres March”.  The weekly concerts are free and open to the public. 20160628T193000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Municipal Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-2981@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community USDA Commodities drive-thru distribution will be Wednesday, June 29th, from 3-4 pm at the Flint Hills Breadbasket.  This is available for all income eligible Riley County Residents.  All commodities are first come first serve.  Product available includes: Green Beans, Orange Juice, Canned Potatoes, Frozen Chicken Leg Qtrs., Raisins, Dried Pinto Beans, Canned Red Salmon, and Rice Cereal. 20160629T150000 20160629T160000 +39.174429;-96.570496 Flint Hills Breadbasket @ 905 Yuma St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 USDA Commodities free ai1ec-2983@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Independence Day 1st Annual Bike show will be held on Sunday, July 3rd from 4 – 9 pm at the American Legion, 114 McCall Road.  Bike registration begins at 4:00 pm with awards given for Best in Show; Best Metric; Best Paint; People’s Choice; Best Cruiser; and Best Paint.  All makes are welcome.  They will have a beer garden, food, music, hog raffle and fireworks.  Contact Pearce-Keller American Legion Post 17, 785-776-4556, lbachelor@cox.net for more information. 20160703T160000 20160703T210000 +39.188737;-96.557681 American Legion @ 114 McCall Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 1st Annual Bike Show free ai1ec-2989@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band under the direction of Dr. Frank Tracz will present a “Fourth of July Concert” Monday, July 4th at 6:30 pm at City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell.  The concert will include the Sousa marches “Semper Fi” and “Stars and Stripes Forever” as well as other patriotic favorites including “America the Beautiful” and the “Armed Forces Salute” which honors each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.  John Richard will be the featured vocalist performing “God Bless The USA”.   The concert is free and open to the public. 20160704T183000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Fourth of July Concert free 1 ai1ec-2990@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan Aglow Lighthouse welcomes you this Saturday, July 9th for a special meeting with Judy Morris.  Refreshments will be served at 9:30 and the speaker will begin at 10:00 am.  This event will be at the Living Word Church, 2711 Amherst Avenue (off Seth Child Road – use the north door). 20160709T093000 +39.181508;-96.60539 Living Word Church @ 2711 Amherst Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Aglow Lighthouse Meeting free 1 ai1ec-3000@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Flint Hills Daylily Society will host their Daylily Festival this Saturday at Manhattan Town Center mall from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm in Center Court.  The event will showcase many of the varieties of blooms, and the public will be able to purchase potted daylilies there.  Although the flower blooms on a daylily  only last one day, the plants are hearty, suitable for all types of landscapes, as well as drought tolerant and come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors.  Visitors are encouraged to ask questions and utilize the society members for inquiries about their garden. 20160709T100000 20160709T160000 +39.176562;-96.556344 Manhattan Town Center @ 100 KS-18, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Daylily Festival free ai1ec-2974@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Riley County Genealogical Society is sponsoring a program, “Aggieville Through The Years”, on Sunday, July 10th at the Manhattan Public Library from 2:00 to 3:00 pm.  The program is free and open to the public.  For more information go to www.aggievillearchives.com. 20160710T140000 20160710T150000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Aggieville Through the Years free ai1ec-2978@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Become a homeowner! Attend an orientation to find out if you’re eligible to purchase a home from Manhattan Area Habitat for Humanity.  You may be eligible if you: Have a need for adequate housing; Have a steady income and fall within the income guidelines; are willing to contribute sweat equity hours; can make regular mortgage payments on an affordable loan; and you reside in Riley or Pottawatomie counties.  RSVP at http://mahfh.org/and click on “How we Help” 20160711T190000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Homeowner Orientation free 1 ai1ec-2999@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band under the direction of Dr. Frank Tracz will present its weekly concert Tuesday, July 12th at City Park’s Larry Norvell Bank Shell at 7:30 pm.  The concert will include “Blue Ridge Overture”, “A Gershwin Portrait”, and “Big Band Showcase”.  Featured soloists will be Tod Kerstetter, clarinet, performing “Solo de Concours” and Frank McCaskill, trumpet, performing “A Trumpeters Lullaby”.  Bench seating is available or bring lawn chairs. 20160712T193000 +39.179478;-96.573328 City Park @ Poyntz Ave & N 11th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Municipal Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-2998@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The 451st Army Band from Fort Snelling, Minnesota will present an evening concert at City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell on Wednesday, July 13th at 7:30 pm.  The program will consist of a variety of selections from patriotic marches to popular show tunes.  The Army Band concert is being hosted by the Manhattan Municipal Band. 20160713T193000 +39.179478;-96.573328 City Park @ Poyntz Ave & N 11th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Army Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-3001@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community A Benefit Garage Sale will be held on Friday, July 15th from 3:00 to 7:00 pm and on Saturday, July 16th from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at the First Presbyterian Church, 801 Leavenworth, in air conditioned gym.  This will be a gigantic, multi family garage/estate sale and will include a bake sale. Chris Nelson’s family has a rare genetic disorder known as MECP2 Duplication Syndrome. The proceeds from this event will go towards study and research for this syndrome.  For more information or to make donations for the garage sale contact Chris Nelson at cmaynelson@yahoo.com. 20160715T150000 20160716T140000 +39.181232;-96.568917 First Presbyterian Church @ 801 Leavenworth St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Benefit Garage Sale free ai1ec-3010@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community 3rd Friday Music will be on July 15th at Loberg Grocery in lovely, downtown Olsburg.  Supper at 6:00 pm and music at 7:00 pm.  This month they have a couple of musicians from Lawrence joining along with local musician Steve Hinrichs, one is a fiddle player.  Weather permitting, they’ll be outside the store so bring a chair and a friend.  The Lovehandles will be playing Saturday, July 16th from 3:00-5:00 pm at Cox Bros BBQ in Manhattan.  They’re hosting BBQ/Smoke Off contest that will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Manhattan. 20160715T180000 +39.430553;-96.615563 Loberg Grocery @ Olsburg, KS 66520, USA 0 3rd Friday Music free 1 ai1ec-3003@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Little cowboys and cowgirls are invited to compete in the annual Kaw Valley Junior Rodeo this Saturday, July 16th at the Manhattan Town Center.  This is a yearly event to kick off rodeo week during the Riley County Fair and Kaw Valley Rodeo.  It’s a great time to escape the heat and your kids to enjoy some fun, free activities.  Registration for children ages 12 and under begins at high noon for the event at Center Court.  The junior rodeo kicks off at 1:00 pm and features various competitions for children to try.  Manhattan Town Center also launched a free “Kids Clubhouse” area on its website this month.  It includes fun and safe learning activities for children.  Log on to www.manhattantowncenter.com for more information. 20160716T130000 +39.182345;-96.55924 Manhattan Town Center @ Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Kaw Valley Junior Rodeo free 1 ai1ec-3012@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Via Christi Hospital will host an American Red Cross blood drive to help address a local blood shortage.  The blood drive will take place from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday, July 18th in Via Christie Hospital’s Bella Meeting Rooms 3 and 4.  Donors should eat a full meal and drink plenty of water before arriving at the hospital’s new Patient Entrance.  Volunteers will be on hand at the Admissions desk to help direct donors to the blood drive location.  Lab staff request that those interested in donating blood call ahead to make a reservation.  Snacks and water will be provided to all who donate.  To sign up, call the Via Christi Laboratory at 785-323-2882.  For questions, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org. 20160718T113000 20160718T173000 +39.191991;-96.598824 Via Christi Hospital @ 1133 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Red Cross Blood Drive free ai1ec-3002@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Calling all Bikers! The 3rd Annual Native Stone Benefit Run will be held on Saturday, September 17th this year.  You can get more info and even pre-register for the ride at Cox Bros BBQ in Junction City on Monday, July 18th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.  Grab some grub while you’re there and the Native Stone Chapter will benefit from your order! Help empower abused children, because no child deserves to live in fear.  Email Special Events@ns-ks.bacaworld.org for more information. 20160718T170000 20160718T200000 +39.022283;-96.81768 Cox Bros BBQ @ 812 E Chestnut St, Junction City, KS 66441, USA 0 Native Stone Benefit Run free ai1ec-3019@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Book Discussion Group and the VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Support Group will meet on Tuesday, July 19th, at the Senior Center.  The Book Group will meet at 1:00 pm.  The title of this month’s book is “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah.  The VIP meeting will follow at 2:00 to 3:00 .  Join them for another Game Day.  The VIP Group will be joined by Bunko players from the Riley County Senior Center.  This is a fun-filled activity no matter what your level of vision may be.   Any questions, please contact Betty at 317-3962. 20160719T130000 20160719T150000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Book Discussion Group free ai1ec-3020@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band under the direction of Dr. Frank Tracz will conclude its 96th season with a final concert this Tuesday, July 19th at 7:30 pm at the City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell.  The concert will consist of favorite selections from the Summer Season including “A Dixieland Jam”, “Sinatra in Concert”, and a “Les Miserables Medley”.  Bench seating is available or bring a lawn chair. 20160719T193000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Municipal Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-3018@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band under the direction of Dr. Frank Tracz will conclude its 96th season with a final concert this Tuesday, July 19th at 7:30 pm at the City Park’s Larry Norvell Band shell.  The concert will consist of favorite selections from the Summer Season including “A Dixieland Jam”, “Sinatra in Concert”, and a “Les Miserables Medley”.  Bench seating is available or bring a lawn chair. 20160719T193000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Municipal Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-3013@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan Parks and Rec will be celebrating “World Jump Day” on Wednesday, July 20th with free jump ropes to the first 100 kids from 7-8 pm at Douglass Park. 20160720T190000 20160720T200000 +39.175255;-96.571795 Douglass Park @ Yuma St & S 10th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 World Jump Day free ai1ec-2991@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Kaw Valley Rodeo Association’s 10th annual Tough Enough to Wear Pink Rodeo will be at 8:00 pm, Friday, July 22nd, at Wells Arena in Manhattan’s CiCo Park.  The event honors cancer survivors and raises awareness and funds for Kansas State University’s Johnson Cancer Research Center.  The Tough Enough to Wear Pink Rodeo is part of the three-day Kaw Valley PRCA Rodeo, July 21st-23rd.  The rodeo is in conjunction with the Riley County Fair, July 21st-25th. 20160722T200000 +39.203662;-96.617173 CiCo Park @ Kimball Ave & Wreath Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Tough Enough To Wear Pink free 1 ai1ec-3024@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The 31st annual 10-5-2 Prairie Run will begin at 7:00 am on Saturday, July 23rd at King Field House.  The Event will give runners an option of three different courses: a 10-mile, 5-mile and 2-mile race.  The 10-mile race acts as a qualifier in organizing an active-duty team to represent Fort Riley at the Army 10-Miler in Washington D C.  The 2-mile race is not a fun run.  Dogs, strollers, baby joggers, skateboards, roller blades, motorized vehicles, bicycles and headsets are not allowed on the race course.  The race is open to military and civilian runners.  Online registration is $15 and must be completed by July 22nd.  Same-day registration will be available at King’s Field House between 6:00 and 6:45 am.  Active-duty Soldiers entering the 10-mile race will not have to pay registration fees.  To register, go to riley.armymwr.com.  For more information about the event, contact Fort Riley Sports Office at 239-3724. 20160723T070000 +39.088346;-96.813939 King Field House @ Fort Riley, KS, USA 0 Prairie Run free 1 ai1ec-3008@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The 4-H Livestock Auction will be held on Monday, July 25th at 6:45 pm at Hurlburt Hall.  Registration for buyers will begin at 6:00 pm and you are invited to join them for a free watermelon feed and interaction with the 4-H members who will be selling animals that evening. 20160725T184500 +39.203662;-96.617173 Hurlbert Hall-CiCo Park @ Kimball Ave & Wreath Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 4-H Livestock Auction free 1 ai1ec-3014@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan Parks and Rec will have Movie Night on Thursday, July 28th at Larry Norvell Band Shell in City Park.  They will be showing the Disney movie The Incredibles beginning at 8:30 pm. 20160728T203000 +39.183627;-96.573247 City Park @ N 11th St & Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Movie Night in City Park free 1 ai1ec-2996@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Furniture Amnesty Day will be Friday, July 29th in the Baker Field parking lot of City Park, 11th & Poyntz. To Donate Furniture — To schedule furniture pickup, please fill out the online form at CityofMHK.com/Furniture or call 785-587-2404.  You must live inside Manhattan city limits to take advantage of the collection routes.  Deadline to sign up for this service is 5:00 pm Wednesday, July 27th.  You can also drop off your donations from 7 am to 5 pm in the Baker Field parking lot on the day of the event.  Volunteers will be available to assist with unloading.  Selecting Furniture — Public sign-in begins at 8:00 am on the day of the event.  Time slots from noon to 5 pm will be assigned on a first come, first serve basis.  Any furniture left after 5 pm is open to the general public.  There is no cost. 20160729T070000 20160729T170000 +39.179478;-96.573328 City Park @ Poyntz Ave & N 11th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Furniture Amnesty Day free ai1ec-3040@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Arts in the Park: Recess Monkey will he held in City Park at the Larry Norvell Band Shell Stage on Friday, July 29th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.  Kids music that isn’t just for children! Seattle-based trio of current and former elementary school teachers have released dozens of albums geared for family audiences.  Join in the fun on July 29th! 20160729T190000 20160729T210000 +39.183627;-96.573247 City Park @ N 11th St & Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Arts in the Park: Recess Monkey free ai1ec-3015@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Take the whole family out for a night of fun at City Park and celebrate the last day of Parks and Recreation Month on Sunday, July 31st from 6:00 to 9:30 pm.  Hot dogs, games and activities in the shelter and sand court 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  Free swim and dance on the pool deck from 8:00 to 9:30 pm. 20160731T180000 20160731T213000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Parks and Rec Day in the Park free ai1ec-3004@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Everybody Counts – that means YOU! will be held on Saturday, August 6th from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Douglass Community Center/Douglass Center Annex 900 block of Yuma Street.  There will be more than 30 booths sponsored by community organizations offering services, educational information & volunteer opportunities.  Distribution of children’s clothing from USD 383 FIT Closet (school supplies will NOT be distributed). Fun activities for children & families.  Access to computers to complete USD 383 online enrollment.  Free health screenings, Flint Hills Breadbasket bread distribution (while supplies last). Free community brunch (first come, first served). Harvester’s Food distribution (while supplies last).  For more information email everybodycountsmhk@gmail.com. 20160806T090000 20160806T130000 +39.175551;-96.570531 Douglass Community Center @ 900 Yuma St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Everybody Counts free ai1ec-2997@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Konza Rotary Club of Manhattan will host the Sixth Annual Water Matters Day, from noon to 4:30 pm on Saturday, August 6th at the Sunset Zoo in Manhattan.  Water Matters Day raises awareness of the challenges many folks face in obtaining clean water every day, plus raises money to help provide access to drinking water locally, nationally and internationally. 20160806T120000 20160806T163000 +39.178461;-96.594925 Sunset Zoo @ 2333 Oak St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Water Matters Day free ai1ec-3041@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Cool off at Sunset Zoo’s Water Safari, featuring Konza Rotary’s Water Matters Day.  Enjoy family-friendly activities from noon to 4:30 pm on Saturday, August 6th, including splash zones, water areas and activity stations.  Kids receive free admission with paid adult. 20160806T120000 20160806T163000 +39.178461;-96.594925 Sunset Zoo @ 2333 Oak St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Water Safari free ai1ec-2875@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Need childcare the week before school starts back up?  Register your elementary child for Olympic Fun Camp hosted by Westview Community Church from August 8-12!  Kids will enjoy marital arts, gymnastics, bowling and MORE hands on fun throughout the week.  Area athletes and internationals will challenge campers with the Olympic 2016 motto, Live Your Passion! Go to www.westviewcommunity.com and click on Olympic Fun Camp to learn more or call 537-7173.  Space is limited.  Reservations will be granted on a first come, frist serve, basis. 20160808T083000 20160812T173000 +39.16762;-96.612071 Westview Community Church @ 615 Gillespie Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Olympic Fun Camp free ai1ec-3051@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Crafty Senior Plus Summer Sale will be held on August 11th thru August 13th from 10:00 am to 8:30 pm each day at the Manhattan Town Center.  Area crafty seniors offer a variety of unique hand-made items for sale.  It is a wonderful time to find a just right gift for anyone on your gift list.  Stop in and look at the high quality items you won’t fine any place else. 20160811T100000 20160813T203000 +39.179317;-96.558346 Manhattan Town Center @ Manhattan Town Center, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Crafty Senior Plus Summer Sale free ai1ec-3029@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Plan to attend a Full Chicken Dinner on Thursday, August 11th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the American Legion Post 17 in Manhattan.  They will also have a Silent Auction to benefit The March of Dimes.  These proceeds are used to find treatments for helping the premature babies.  Bidding will close at 7:00 pm and winners will be announced at that time. 20160811T170000 20160811T190000 +39.188737;-96.557681 American Legion @ 114 McCall Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Bikers for Babies Chicken Dinner free ai1ec-3026@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Annual Stockdale Reunion will be held at 12:30 pm on Sunday, August 14th at the Keats United Methodist church in Manhattan.  A covered dish luncheon will be held. 20160814T123000 +39.224366;-96.709111 Keats United Methodist Church @ 3193 Keats Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Stockdale Reunion free 1 ai1ec-3042@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Bring you favorite furry friend for a dip in the pool to close out the season on Sunday, August 14th, at CiCo Pool from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.  Dogs must have current rabies vaccination and pet license.  A $2 donation is suggested for the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter Kennel. 20160814T130000 20160814T160000 +39.198918;-96.61955 CiCo Pool @ 3309 Robinson Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Pet Poolooza free ai1ec-3025@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Riley County Genealogical Society is pleased to host a presentation by Dick Akins about how to use RootsMagic.  RootsMagic is the award-winning genealogy software which makes researching, organizing, and sharing your family history easy!  Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced professional, RootsMagic is the perfect tool for you!  You will learn how to download RM Essentials FREE, some of the “behind the scenes” scenes, and some of the tools available.  See for yourself why Family Tree Magazine called Roots Magic, “Probably the best all-around genealogy program.  RootsMagic offers a winning combination of features for both casual and serious genealogists.”  This RCGS educated program is free and open to the public.  This event will be held at the Manhattan Public Library on Sunday, August 14th at 2:00 pm. 20160814T140000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 How to Use RootsMagic free 1 ai1ec-3043@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Book Discussion Group and the VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Support Group will meet on Tuesday, August 16th at the Senior Center.  The Book Group will meet from 1:00 to 1:30.  Titles for the upcoming year will be picked.  This will be a short meeting in order to allow more time for the VIP program.  The VIP meeting will start a half hour earlier than usual.  They will be meeting from 1:30 to 3:00.  Kathrine Schlageck from the KSU Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art will present a touchable art program.  They are exploring Latino art.  Any questions, contact Kathy at 539-1973. 20160816T130000 20160816T150000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Book Discussion Group free ai1ec-3054@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community A meeting regarding Medicaid In Kansas will be held on Tuesday, August 16th, at 7:00 pm in The Manhattan Public Library Auditorium.  Speakers will be Lee Wolf, Sheldon Weisgrau and Robin Cole.  For more information go online to: http://www.mapj.org. 20160816T190000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Medicaid In Kansas free 1 ai1ec-3055@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community An American Cancer Society fundraiser will be held at Orange Leaf, Thursday, August 18th, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.  Orange Leaf will contribute 10% of its sales to K-State Libraries’ Relay for Life Team.  All proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society. 20160818T170000 20160818T200000 +39.183569;-96.56048 Orange Leaf @ 501 N 3rd Pl, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 American Cancer Fundraiser at Orange Leaf free ai1ec-3050@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Kaw Blue Lodge #107 BBQ will be held on Saturday, August 20th at the O’Reilly Auto Parts Store in Manhattan from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.  For more information contact PM Bruce Battle at 785-341-4117 or WM Bob Harris at 785-375-6571. 20160820T110000 20160820T170000 +39.174516;-96.567537 O'Reilly Auto Parts Store @ 700 Fort Riley Blvd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Kaw Blue Lodge #107 BBQ free ai1ec-3063@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church, 835 Church Avenue, will hold its annual ice cream social on Sunday, August 21st, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in Page Hall.  Homemade ice cream, sloppy joes, sandwiches, pie and cake will be served. 20160821T170000 20160821T190000 +39.210184;-96.572334 Blue Valley Methodist Church @ 835 Church Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Ice Cream Social free ai1ec-3074@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Junior Crew is holding its fall two-week introduction to rowing for high school aged kids beginning Monday, August 22nd, through Friday, September 2nd.  No prior experience required.  Practices run Monday through Friday 3:15-5:30 pm.  This will include fundamental rowing training, calisthenics, and a swim test.  For more information, please email juniorcrewmanhattan@gmail.com. 20160822T151500 20160902T173000 +39.183608;-96.571669 Manhattan, KS, USA 0 Manhattan Junior Crew free ai1ec-3052@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Ladies Who Like To Sing: Timeless A Cappella Chorus Guest Night will be held on Monday, August 22nd at 6:45 pm at the First Congregational Church.  Director is Pamela Kempton who has over 20 years experience with Music conducting in U.S. as well as Great Britain.  Practice will be every Monday at 6:45 pm at the First Congregational Church.  They sing all different types of music.  Barbershop/Sweet Adeline, Pop Music, Religious and Patriotic.  Hope you can join them. 20160822T184500 +39.179783;-96.567115 First Congregational Church @ 700 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Cappella Chorus Guest Night free 1 ai1ec-3072@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The next meeting of the Pawnee Mental Health Services’ Board of Directors will be on Tuesday, August 23rd, at 4:00 pm, in the Conference Room of Pawnee’s Clay Center office.  The meeting is open to the public. 20160823T160000 +39.375211;-97.126427 Pawnee Mental Health @ 503 Grant Ave, Clay Center, KS 67432, USA 0 Pawnee Mental Health Meeting free 1 ai1ec-3049@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Homebuyer Readiness Workshop: Financial Education will be held on Tuesday, August 23rd at 7:00 pm at the Manhattan Public Library, Groesbeck Room.  Brush up on your basic financial skills at this FREE workshop.  For more information call 785-477-1693. 20160823T190000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Homebuyer Readiness Workshop free 1 ai1ec-3028@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Freddy’s Give Back Night will be held on Wednesday, August 24th from 5:00 to 9:00 pm.  Freddy’s will give a percentage of money taken in from everyone who mentions Bikers for Babies March of Dimes to The March of Dimes. 20160824T170000 20160824T210000 +39.189965;-96.555387 Freddy's Frozen Custard @ 229 McCall Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Freddy’s Give Back Night free ai1ec-3056@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community A viewing of the documentary, “Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age” will be shown on Friday, August 26th, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at St. Thomas More Church.  A discussion will follow led by two local psychologists.  Families are encouraged to attend with youth 10 years old.  The suggested ticket price is $10/person.  Tickets are available through www.eventbrite.com.  More information is available at https://www.facebook.com/events/309035379484396/.  Any proceeds from the event will be used to provide counseling to low-income individuals and families.  Event planners would like to spread the word about the event to increase the impact on the community. 20160826T190000 20160826T210000 +39.204398;-96.609299 St. Thomas More Church @ 2900 Kimball Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age free ai1ec-3047@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The 8th Annual Speedy PD Race for Parkinson’s will be held on Saturday, August 27th at 8:00 am.  The Speedy PD has one of the most unique race courses in this area.  Set at the beautiful Tuttle Creek State Park, both the 5K and 10K courses are USATF certified.  Both courses are all on paved roads. The 5K course is very flat to the finish.  The 10K Course includes a nice mile and a half climb.  Both courses include scenic views of the lake, and a great atmosphere with volunteers and supporters lining the course.  Check out the web site for much greater detail.  Register before 8/12 for lower fees and t-shirts.  Web Site: www.RUNSPEEDYPD.ORG. 20160827T080000 +39.257546;-96.579604 Tuttle Creek State Park @ 5800 River Pond Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Speedy PD Race/Run free 1 ai1ec-3064@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) is holding their annual Picnic in the Park on Sunday, August 28th at Wefald Pavilion in the City Park.  All Manhattan High Alums and families are welcome. Social hour begins at 5:30 pm followed by the potluck dinner at 6:00.  MHSAA will provide the hot dogs/buns, condiments, drinks and paper service.  Bring a side dish, salad, or dessert to share.  The entertainment for the evening will be provided by the Manhattan Pops Choir.  MHSAA will hold their annual meeting immediately after the picnic. 20160828T173000 +39.183042;-96.573944 Wefald Pavilion-City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 MHS Alumni Picnic in the Park free 1 ai1ec-3075@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Chapter of Women for Kansas will be sponsoring, Sheldon Weisgrau, director of the Health Reform Resource Project for the Kansas Association for the Medically Underserved.  He will be speaking at the Manhattan Public Library on Wednesday, August 31st at 6:30 pm.  He will be discussing healthcare issues pertaining to medicare, mental health, prescriptions and other relevant impacts to the local community.  Everyone is invited to attend. 20160831T183000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Healthcare Issues Discussion free 1 ai1ec-3086@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Fall Apple Day Festival returns to Fort Riley from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, September 10th.  The festival, which is free and open to the public, is the largest annual festival at Fort Riley.  Attractions at this year’s festival include Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard demonstrations, helicopter and tank displays, military working dog demonstrations, a petting zoo, museum gift shop, an ATV rodeo and, of course apple pie sales from the Historical and Archeological Society of Fort Riley.  A number of food and information booths will also be available.  Parking is free and golf carts will be available to transport people with walking difficulties from the parking area to the festival grounds.  Diaper-changing and nursing stations will be on site.  No pets or alcohol are allowed at the festival.  For information, visit http://riley.armymwr.com/us/riley/ft-riley-events/fall-apple-day-festival. 20160910T090000 20160910T160000 +39.088346;-96.813939 Fort Riley @ Fort Riley, KS, USA 0 Fall Apple Day Festival free ai1ec-3079@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Fourth Annual St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Holy Hog Hoedown will be held on Saturday September 10th at 11:00 am.  They will be serving BBQ Beans, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Pickles, Drinks and the Best Tender Pulled Pork in the State!  A free will offering will be gathered to cover costs.  There will also be musical entertainment by The Wrights and a Pie Auction at 12:30.  Everyone is invited to attend! 20160910T110000 +37.107323;-79.292749 St. Paul's Lutheran Church @ 303 Main St, Altavista, VA 24517, USA 0 Holy Hog Hoedown free 1 ai1ec-3084@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Pottawatomie County, KS, “Rockin the Relay and Paintin the Town” will be held on Saturday, September 10th from 6:00 pm to 12:00 am at the Onaga High School. For more information contact: Jan Haug 785-799-5890 or Tabitha Schlegel 785-256-3208. 20160910T180000 20160910T000000 +39.492792;-96.166478 Onaga High School @ 500 High St, Onaga, KS 66521, USA 0 Relay for Life free ai1ec-3081@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Via Christi Hospital will have a Career and Interview Fair on Wednesday, September 14th in their Community Room.  Stop by and visit the hiring managers and learn about the exciting career opportunities at Via Christi Hospital.  Find out about the great benefits and view all or the open positions at www.viachristi.org/jobs. 20160914T160000 20160914T190000 +39.201304;-96.59931 Via Christi Hospital @ 1823 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Career and Interview Fair free ai1ec-3087@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Art by Phyllis Pease & Rod Mikinski will be featured on Friday, September 16th from 6:00 to 10:00 pm at ESB Financial, 224 E Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS. 20160916T180000 20160916T220000 +39.182018;-96.554506 ESB Financial @ 224 E Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 w / interest free ai1ec-3093@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Native Stone Chapter of Bikers Against Child Abuse Benefit Run will be held on Saturday, September 17th.  $25.00 per rider, $15.00 per passenger includes a 2016 Benefit Run T-shirt.  Registration at 10:00 am at City Cycle Sales in Junction City.  Kickstands up at 12:00 pm.  Ride ends at R C McGraw’s in Manhattan.  All funds raised help accomplish the mission to EMPOWER children to NOT feel afraid of the world in which they live.  For more information visit www.kansas.bacaworld.org. 20160917T120000 +39.028609;-96.831398 City Cycle Sales @ Junction City, KS, USA 0 Benefit Run free 1 ai1ec-3077@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community A free program, Personal Digital Archiving, by Cliff Hight, university archivist at Kansas State University will be held on Saturday, September 17th at 2:00 pm at the Manhattan Public Library.  Personal Digital Archiving, a presentation of the Kansas State Historical Records Advisory Board, will include guidance on digital preservation and examples of personal digital archiving, which is the practice of preserving our own digital records of continuing value.  There also will be time for attendees to try some of these activities with their own electronic files. 20160917T140000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Personal Digital Archiving free 1 ai1ec-3092@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community There will be an Energy Efficiency Roundtable meeting at the Manhattan Public Library Auditorium on Monday, September 19th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. 20160919T180000 20160919T200000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Energy Efficiency Roundtable free ai1ec-3082@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community On Friday. September 23rd the Thespian club is planning a kids theatre camp located at Manhattan High School.  The camp is for students from kindergarten to 8th grade.  At the camp, the students will be taught a song and dance from the fall musical this year The Drowsy Chaperone.  It is a hilarious musical within a comedy, but this is the first time it has been performed in the community.  the camp will be $25 per student and $5 off for any families with more than one student.  The students will arrive from 12:30-1:00 and then go to different theatre related classes for the rest of the afternoon.  There will be a performance for parents at 5:30.  For more information contact Heather Lansdowne at heather@insightsolutions.net or Linda Uthoff, lindau@usd383.o9rg. 20160923T123000 +39.179644;-96.591422 Manhattan High School @ 2100 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 MHS Theatre Kids Camp free 1 ai1ec-3094@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Italian Club of the Flint Hills is hosting a benefit to raise money for earthquake survivors in Italy.  The event will be held on Friday, September 23rd, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm at St Thomas More Church, on 2900 Kimball Avenue in Manhattan.  The menu features a pasta dish mixed in a homemade tomato sauce with a salt cured and spiced, Italian bacon.  In addition to the pasta, the menu offers salad, homemade Italian pie and beverages.  The group is offering the meal to the public for a free will donation of $12 per person.  The money raised from this event will be sent to the National Italian-American Foundation for Earthquake Relief.  More details about the relief effort can be found at: http://www.italianamericanrelief.org/. 20160923T163000 20160923T193000 +39.204398;-96.609299 St Thomas More Church @ 2900 Kimball Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Earthquake Survivors’ Benefit free ai1ec-3104@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community On Sunday, September 25th, at 2:30 pm in the Peace Memorial Auditorium a program featuring three historic events related to WWII and members of the 1st Infantry Division Band at Ft. Riley will be held.   The WWII Reenacting Corps, 82nd Airborne division, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment from El Dorado, KS will demonstrate and show artifacts from the era.  The family event will close with Dedication of a new lime stone sign, Peace Memorial Auditorium, facing Poyntz.  The program is free.  Donations are appreciated for the refurbishing of the foyer and stage.  This awesome place is a WWII Living Memorial.  Send to Friends of Peace Memorial, P O Box 265, Manhattan, KS  66505. 20160925T143000 +39.17894;-96.574087 Peace Memorial Auditorium @ 1101 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Historic Events free 1 ai1ec-3106@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The next meeting of the Pawnee Mental Health Services’ Board of Directors will be on Tuesday, September 27th at 4:00 pm, in the Conference Room of Pawnee’s Clay Center office.  The meeting is open to the public. 20160927T160000 +39.375211;-97.126427 Pawnee Mental Health @ 503 Grant Ave, Clay Center, KS 67432, USA 0 Pawnee Mental Health Meeting free 1 ai1ec-3113@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The second of four open houses for Manhattan voters to learn about a special question on the general election ballot will be at 6:00 pm on Thursday, September 29th at City Hall. The City of Manhattan is asking voters to consider a 0.20% sales tax increase to fund repairs to existing streets and to implement Safe Routes to school projects.  The increase would generate approximately $1.9 million for street repairs and $100,000 for Safe Routes projects annually for 10 years, if voters approve the measure.  More information about the special question is available online at CityofMHK.com/StreetMaintenance. 20160929T180000 +39.17894;-96.574087 City Hall @ 1101 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Open House On Sales Tax Special free 1 ai1ec-3121@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community MHS Football All You Can Eat Pancake Feed will be held on Saturday, October 1st from 7:30 to 10:00 am at Longhorn Steakhouse.  Tickets are $5.00 each and can be purchased from any MHS Football Player, at the door or by contacting Heidi at hmflint@cox.net. 20161001T073000 20161001T100000 +39.184304;-96.559189 Longhorn Steakhouse @ 505 Tuttle Creek Blvd, Manhattan, KS 66506, USA 0 MHS Football Pancake Feed free ai1ec-3126@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community In what has become a pilgrimage of sorts, the general public is invited to the post-wide yard sale on Saturday, October 1st from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon at Fort Riley.  Due to access control procedures, visitors are reminded: All community members 16 years and older who do not have a Department of Defense ID card or a Fort Riley access badge or pass must enter through Henry Gate, located at Exit 301 off I-70.  All visitors must present a valid form of identification.  Community members without  DoD ID cards are encouraged to obtain a pass prior to Saturday to avoid delays.  For information, visit www.riley.army.mil or the installation’s social media sites. 20161001T080000 20161001T120000 +39.088346;-96.813939 Fort Riley @ Fort Riley, KS, USA 0 Fort Riley Yard Sale free ai1ec-3112@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Body 1st Kids Fitness Challenge will be Saturday, October 1st starting at 9:00 am.  It will be held in the south end of Anneberg Park.  This event will result in $12,000 donated from area business to be distributed to physical education programs at local elementary schools based on children participating in running distances from 1/4 mile up to 2 miles. 20161001T090000 +39.18855;-96.632567 Anneberg Park @ 3801 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Kids Fitness Challenge free 1 ai1ec-3128@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan AGLOW Lighthouse welcomes you to a meeting with Tali Johnson on Saturday, October 1st at the Living Word Church.  Refreshments at 9:30 am and speaker at 10:00 am. 20161001T093000 +39.215074;-96.618066 Living Word Church @ 2711 N Seth Child Rd, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Manhattan AGLOW Lighthouse free 1 ai1ec-3116@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Join Tuttle Creek Staff at the Park Office (5800 River Pond Rd) for a group hike on Saturday, October 1st at 6:15 pm.  Enjoy a leisurely group hike with new friends and familiar autumn scenes.  Campfire and s’mores to wrap up the night. 20161001T181500 +39.257546;-96.579604 Tuttle Creek State Park @ 5800 River Pond Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Twilight Nature Hike free 1 ai1ec-3110@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community St. Luke Lutheran Church in Wheaton will have a Fried Chicken & Ham Supper on Sunday, October 2nd.  Serving begins at 4:30 pm.  This will include mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, salads, coleslaw, homemade breads and pies.  Carry outs available.  Adults: $8.00 – Children (Ages 5-12): $3.00 and ages 4 and under: FREE.  Homemade goodies and crafts will also be available. 20161002T163000 +39.501735;-96.321083 St. Luke Lutheran Church @ 131 Railroad St, Wheaton, KS 66521, USA 0 Fried Chicken & Ham Supper free 1 ai1ec-3120@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community This October, Kansas State University Libraries honors alumnus and Abilene native Marlin Fitzwater with an exhibit, “Marlin Fitztwater: From Wheat Fields to White House.” The exhibit opens at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, October 4th.  The evening will include a 6:30 pm conversation with Fitzwater moderated by Cathy Dawes, news director of 1350 KMAN.  Fitzwater will reflect on his time as the only press secretary in U.S. history appointed by two presidents, both Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush.  Guests must RSVP, as space is limited.  Contact Darchelle Martin at martin05@k-state.edu or 785-532-7442. 20161004T173000 +39.190613;-96.580558 Hale Library @ 1117 Mid-Campus Dr, Manhattan, KS 66506, USA 0 White House Wildcat Exhibit free 1 ai1ec-3130@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Punt, Pass & Kick, a free competition for grades 1-6 will be held on Wednesday, October 5th, at CiCo Park with registration starting at 6:00 pm and competition at 6:30 pm.  Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each grade division (1/2, 3/4, 5/6). 20161005T183000 +39.203662;-96.617173 CiCo Park @ Kimball Ave & Wreath Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Punt, Pass & Kick free 1 ai1ec-3114@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Riley County Historical Museum will celebrate its 100th anniversary Wednesday, October 5th at 7:00 pm at Pottorf Hall, CiCo Park.  After a short program the centennial will be celebrated with birthday cake and prizes.  The birthday party is free and everyone is invited to attend. 20161005T190000 +39.199797;-96.622323 Pottorf Hall, CiCo Park @ 1710 Avery Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Riley County Anniversary free 1 ai1ec-3117@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Riley County Senior Center will hold a Fall Indoor Sale on Friday, October 7th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and Saturday, October 8th from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.  They always have great bargains.  They will take your gently used items up through October 5th.  They don’t accept clothing, exercise equipment, computers, televisions, or guns.  Support the Center with your donations or your purchase.  This is one of their major fundraisers; all proceeds support the Center’s programs/activities. 20161007T090000 20161008T123000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Fall Indoor Sale free ai1ec-3101@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The 19th Annual Rob Regier Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, October 7th with a Shotgun Start at 1:00 pm at Colbert Hills Golf Course.  This annual golf tournament honors Rob Regier, a K-State grad in pre-dentistry who died of cancer at age 26.  It is hosted by Rob’s parents Les & Sandy Regier, and his brother and sister-in-law, Randy & Juli Regier.  It’s a 4-person scramble and includes prizes and inneer.  Started in 1998 in Kansas City by some of Rob’s Sig Ep fraternity brothers, the tournament is now held in Manhattan. 20161007T130000 +39.212798;-96.640721 Colbert Hills Golf Course @ 5200 Colbert Hills Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 19th Annual Tournament free 1 ai1ec-3095@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Local Masons are hosting a free cancer screening on Saturday, October 8th, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Public Health Department in Marysville.  It is one of 26 free cancer screenings the Kansas Masonic Foundation is sponsoring across the region in 2016.  The event will include skin, prostate screenings as well as bone density tests and facial sun damage assessments.  For more information contact Kevin Throm at 785-713-1512 or krbsthrom@bluevalley.net. 20161008T090000 20161008T120000 +39.84175;-96.6505 Health Department @ 600 Broadway St, Marysville, KS 66508, USA 0 Free Cancer Screenings free ai1ec-3132@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The force is strong in Manhattan, Kansas!  From 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Saturday, October 8th, Manhattan Public Library will celebrate Star Wars Reads Day with activities for all ages.  At noon, a movie showing begins on the auditorium’s big screen.  This event is free and open to the public.  For more information, visit the Manhattan Public Library, call 785-776-4741 or visit the library’s website at www.MHKLibrary.org. 20161008T100000 20161008T120000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Star Wars Reads Day free ai1ec-3133@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community There will be a Soup Lunch, Crafts and a Bake Sale at the College Avenue UMC on Sunday, October 9th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.  Adults: $7.00; Children (3-10): $3.00.  Enjoy a delicious lunch of homemade soup, and shop for homemade gifts and treats.  All proceeds benefit Ogden Friendship House of Hope. 20161009T113000 20161009T133000 +39.197426;-96.598964 College Avenue Methodist Church @ 1609 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Soup Lunch free ai1ec-3111@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community RCGS researchers have looked into the distant past of a Manhattanite’s family.  Jay Nelson’s genealogical past will be featured.  Come hear the fascinating story that can be traced back to the 1500’s — including a Dutch grain merchant, a foster family, and other colorful characters.  This event will be held at the Manhattan Public Library on Sunday, October 9th from 2:00 to 3:30 pm.  This presentation is free and open to the public. 20161009T140000 20161009T153000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Riley County Genealogical Society free ai1ec-3119@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community An Alzheimer’s Support Group for Caregivers will be held on Monday, October 10th from 1:30 to 3:00 pm at the Senior Center.  This is for caregivers to share and connect with others who have the same kinds of struggles as you.  While sign-up is not required it helps with planning so please let them know if you will attend by calling 537-4040 before Friday, October 7th. 20161010T133000 20161010T150000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Alzheimer’s Support Group free ai1ec-3131@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan Area Habitat for Humanity is presenting a Homebuyer Readiness Workshop on Health Insurance on Wednesday, October 12th at 7:00 pm at the Manhattan Public Library.  Navigate the choices to select the right Health Insurance for your family.  Presenter is Linda Jones – AFLAC.  This is a free event. Refreshments and childcare provided. 20161012T190000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Health Insurance Workshop free 1 ai1ec-3115@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Kansas Commission on Veterans’ Affairs Office mobile office will be setting at DD’s Handi Korner in Westmoreland on Thursday, October 13th from 9:45 am to 3:00 pm. 20161013T094500 20161013T150000 +39.392649;-96.408029 DD's Handi Korner @ 101 KS-99, Westmoreland, KS 66549, USA 0 KCVAO Mobile Office free ai1ec-3127@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community An Operations Santa Claus Golf Tournament will be held of Friday, October 14th at Stagg Hill Golf Club.  This is a 4 Person Scramble with registration at 11:00 am and a Shotgun Start at 1:00 pm.  $55 with a toy donation valued at/or greater than $20 or $75 without a toy donation. $20 is donated directly to Operation Santa Claus.  Entry Fee includes Green Fee, Golf Cart, and BBQ Dinner.  Register at the Golf Shop at 785-539-1041.  Same day registration is available. 20161014T110000 +39.157722;-96.620482 Stagg Hill Golf Club @ Stagg Hill Rd, Manhattan, KS, USA 0 Operation Santa Claus Golf Tournament free 1 ai1ec-3142@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Campus Mobile Food Pantry will have distributions on Friday, October 14th and Friday, November 11th from 4:00 to 6:00 pm in parking lot C-1 of the Chester E Peters Recreation Complex.  This is open to all K-State and Manhattan community members.  If you have questions contact HandsOn Kansas State at 785-532-3670 or via email at handson@k-state.edu. 20161014T160000 20161014T180000 +39.200367;-96.588599 Chester E Peters Recreation Complex @ Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Campus Mobile Food Pantry free ai1ec-3140@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Lions Club Pancake Feed with Kansas Quality Woodworkers Arts & Crafts Show will be held on Saturday, October 15th from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm at Pottorf Hall-CiCo Park.  They will be serving pancakes, sausages & choice of eggs with coffee or juice.  They will have blind made products including brooms and other useful items.  Vision/Eye evaluations to determine need for further examination.  Fire engine rides on “Old Engine #1” for children and parents by MHK Fire Department.  Large exhibition of arts and crafts of local craftspeople for personal or gift enjoyment. 20161015T070000 20161015T130000 +39.199351;-96.622706 Pottorf Hall-CiCo Park @ 1718 Cedar Crest Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Lions Club Pancake Feed free ai1ec-3129@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community In observance of Fire Prevention Week, the Manhattan Fire Department will host its annual Open House from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, Sunday, October 16th at Headquarters Fire Station.  Visit the fire station, ride Old Engine 1 and visit with Frankie the Fireman.  Kids and families will learn about fire safety, be able to practice their fire escape plan in the fire safety house, and see a real fire hose in action. 20161016T110000 20161016T150000 +39.204676;-96.584911 Headquarters Fire Station @ 2000 Denison Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Manhattan Fire Open house free ai1ec-3151@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Book Discussion Group and the VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Support Group will meet on Tuesday, October 18th at the Riley County Senior Center.  The Book Group will meet at 1:00.  The title this month is “The Life We Bury” by Allen Eskins.  The VIP meeting will follow from 2:00 – 3:00.  The guest speaker will be Mandy Smith, Orientation & Mobility Outreach Specialist from IKAN-RCIL (Resource Center for Independent Living.) Her topic will be “Don’t Fall Into Fall”.  Please call Marie at 565-8815 for further information. 20161018T130000 20161018T150000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Book Discussion Group free ai1ec-3153@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Please join members of the Riley County Domestic Violence Task Force in a discussion of Domestic Violence in our community on Wednesday, October 19th at 7:00 pm in the auditorium at the Manhattan Library.  The moderator will be Lisa Hafliger, Victim/Witness Coordinator, in the office of the Riley County Attorney.  Following a brief presentation, panelists will answer questions from the audience. 20161019T190000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Domestic Violence Meeting free 1 ai1ec-3152@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community After 3 good years, 3rd Friday Music will be wrapping it up on Friday, October 21st.  If you’ve been meaning to go but just haven’t gotten around to it, this is your last chance!  They’ll be at Nelson’s Family Farm in Olsburg.  Supper is usually around 6:00 pm and music starts at 7:00 pm.  Special guests for this special night are Steve Seitz, Bob Cervera, Jeb Bolan, M.L. Stahl and Tony Ridder. 20161021T180000 +39.452614;-96.606372 Nelson's Family Farm @ 17705 Shannon Creek Rd, Olsburg, KS 66520, USA 0 3rd Friday Music free 1 ai1ec-3159@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Historical and Archaeological Society of Fort Riley, or HASFR, offers its annual Ghost Tour, on Sunday, October 23rd between 4 and 7:40 pm.  Tours depart from the Artillery Parade Field every 20 minutes, with the last tour departing at 7:20 pm.  This event is free and open to the public.  Fast passes, allowing movement to the front of the line, all four ghost books and other HASFR merchandise, are available for purchase.  Visitors without a Department of Defense ID card are reminded to enter Fort Riley through the Henry Gate and get a pass at the visitor center.  For details about access procedures, call 785-239-2982. 20161023T160000 20161023T194000 +39.088346;-96.813939 Artillery Parade Field @ Fort Riley, KS, USA 0 Ghost Tour free ai1ec-3160@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The next meeting of the Pawnee Mental Health Services’ Board of Directors will be on Tuesday, October 25th, at 4:00 pm, in the Conference Room of Pawnee’s Clay Center office.  The meeting is open to the public. 20161025T160000 +39.375211;-97.126427 Pawnee Mental Health @ 503 Grant Ave, Clay Center, KS 67432, USA 0 Pawnee Mental Health Meeting free 1 ai1ec-3158@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community USDA Commodities drive-thru distribution will be Wednesday, October 26th, at 4:00 pm at the Flint Hills Breadbasket.  Product will be given out, until gone.  This is available for all income eligible Riley County Residents.  All commodities are first come first serve.  Product available includes: Corn, Vegetable Soup, Mixed Fruit, Raisins, Canned Salmon, Peanut Butter, Cranberry Juice, Great Northern Beans, and Whole Grain Spaghetti. 20161026T160000 +39.174429;-96.570496 Flint Hills Breadbasket @ 905 Yuma St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 USDA Commodities free 1 ai1ec-3163@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Riley County Health Department will be hosting their 5th annual Okt-FLU-ber Fest on Thursday, October 27th.  Join in for a family friend and fun flu shot clinic!  There will be numerous activities for the kids, including receiving a free pumpkin with a flu shot.  Community partners will be there to help with the festivities and provide fun games, free books and yummy food samples.  Emergency vehicles as well as Fred the Preparedness Dog the Bee Wise Bee will be there to interact with the community.  Join in the celebration of fall and staying healthy for flu season! 20161027T150000 20161027T183000 +39.199351;-96.622706 Pottorf Hall, CiCo Park @ 1718 Cedar Crest Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Okt-FLU-ber Festival free ai1ec-3118@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Mark your calendar and plan to attend the Annual Soup Supper on Thursday, October 27th starting at 5:30 pm.  Taste a variety of delicious soups donated by local restaurants.  Bread and dessert will also be served.  The Manhattan High School POPS Choir will entertain at 6:00 pm.  Tickets for the Soup Supper are $7 in advance and $8 at the door.  Tickets go on sale on Monday, October 3rd. 20161027T173000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Annual Soup Supper free 1 ai1ec-3168@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Join the OFH Board for a delicious breakfast of Biscuits & Gravy on Saturday, October 29th from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm at the College Avenue UMC.  Adults: $6.00; Children (4-12): $3.00.  All proceeds benefit Ogden Friendship House.  Ogden Friendship House is a ministry of the United Methodist Church to, with, and for the community of Ogden.  Ministries include food, clothing, and after-school programs. 20161029T073000 20161029T123000 +39.197426;-96.598964 College Avenue UMC @ 1609 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Biscuits & Gravy free ai1ec-3141@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Vineyard Community Church is hosting a 5K/10K Run/Walk for Christ on Saturday, October 29th at 10:00 am at Northeast Community Park (Linear Trail) at 680 Knox Lane.  The event is free and open to the public. 20161029T100000 +39.204086;-96.546253 Northeast Community Park @ 680 Knox Ln, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 5K/10K Run/Walk For Christ free 1 ai1ec-3161@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Kansas State head coach Bruce Weber and his staff will host the American Cancer Society’s Hoop Scoop for Women clinic on Saturday, October 29th from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm, at the Ice Family Basketball Center.  The clinic will give attendees an exclusive look at the ins-and-outs of the men’s basketball program as well as provide personal interaction with members of the coaching staff and student-athletes.  The cost is $50 per person with all the proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society and Coaches vs. Cancer.  The deadline to register for the event is Friday, October 28th.  Reservations are limited to the first 150 registrants.  For more information on the clinic, please contact Betty Bachamp in the men’s basketball office at 785-532-6531 of via email at bbachamp@kstatesports.com. 20161029T100000 20161029T133000 +39.183608;-96.571669 Ice Family Basketball Center @ Manhattan, KS, USA 0 Hoop Scoop for Women Clinic free ai1ec-3144@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Paxico Sacred Heart is having a Home Cooked German Sausage Supper on Sunday, October 30th.  Buffet style serving will be from 12:00 to 3:30 pm.  Mass will be at 10:30 am.  They will also have bingo/games/raffles and a silent auction.  Adults – $12.00; Ages 4 thru 12 – $4.00; Ages under 4 – Free. 20161030T120000 20161030T153000 +39.084611;-96.177996 Paxico Sacred Heart Parish @ 22971 Newbury Rd, Paxico, KS 66526, USA 0 Sausage Supper free ai1ec-3178@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community There will be a Holiday Decor & Jewelry Sale at the Riley County Senior Center on Tuesday, November 1st from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and Wednesday, November 2nd from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.  All proceeds support the Center’s programs and activities. 20161101T090000 20161102T120000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Holiday Decor & Jewelry Sale free ai1ec-3165@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community A human papillomavirus expert involved in developing HPV diagnostic tests and vaccines will speak at Kansas State University as part of the Johnson Cancer Research Center’s George S. Bascom Memorial Lecture Series on Current Issues in Clinical Medicine.  Michael Hagensee will present “HPV vaccination: from laboratory to..bedside?” at 7:00 pm, on Thursday, November 3rd, in the K-State Union’s Little Theatre.  The talk is free and the public is invited. 20161103T190000 +39.183608;-96.571669 K-State Student Union @ Manhattan, KS, USA 0 Bascom Lecture at KSU free 1 ai1ec-3173@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan High School Performing Arts and Thespian Troupe 941 of 2016 Present: The Drowsy Chaperone, winner of five tony awards, November 6th, 8th, 10th, & 12th in Rezac Auditorium.  Students: $5.00. Adults: $7.00.  The November 6th performance is at 2:00 pm.  November 8th, 10th & 12th at 7:00 pm.  For tickets call 785-587-2100 Ext 8297 or at the door.  This is a musical with a comedy! 20161106T140000 20161112T190000 +39.179644;-96.591422 Manhattan High School @ 2100 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 The Drowsy Chaperone free ai1ec-3176@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Learn to create a household budget.  The Manhattan Public Library will be holding a program, Tech Training: Conquer Your Finances on Tuesday, November 8th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Library. 20161108T140000 20161108T160000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Tech Training: Conquer Your Finances free ai1ec-3177@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Learn how to create a household budget.  Manhattan Public Library will have a program, Tech Training: Conquer Your Finances, on Thursday, November 10th from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at the library. 20161110T190000 20161110T203000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Tech Training: Conquer Your Finances free ai1ec-3188@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The FHDC will be holding a free day for military Friday, November 11th from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.  All military personnel, including retirees, veterans, immediate families and gold star families will receive free admission for the day by presenting a military ID.  There will also be a short ceremony taking place at 3:00 pm with cake and punch to follow. 20161111T100000 20161111T170000 +39.17652;-96.559774 Flint Hills Discovery Center @ 315 S 3rd St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 FHDC Free Military Day free ai1ec-3189@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Campus Mobile Food Pantry will be held on Friday, November 11th from 4 – 6 pm in the Parking Lot C-1 of the Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex.  This is open to all K-State and Manhattan Community members.  Fresh produce at no cost.  While supplies last.  If you have questions contact HandsOn Kansas State at 785-532-3670 or via email at handson@k-state.edu. 20161111T160000 20161111T180000 +39.200367;-96.588599 Chester E Peters Rec Complex @ Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Campus Mobile Food Pantry free ai1ec-3186@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community You are invited to attend an Appreciation Dinner at the Lazy T for Veterans Day, Friday, November 11th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.  SAVE (Service member Agricultural Vocation Education) Farm.  A teaching farm providing Farm Education, Transition assistance, Healing related to military service and succession Into Agricultural Careers.  Your $22 suggested donation includes dinner & performance by Cowboy Poet Ron Wilson and the Flint Hills Oldtimers Band.  Reservations can be made by phone (785) 537-9727. 20161111T170000 20161111T190000 +39.159388;-96.509569 Lazy T Ranch @ 2103 Zeandale Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Appreciation Dinner at the Lazy T free ai1ec-3174@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The 30th Annual German Mennonite Meal and International Craft & Bake Sale will be held on Sunday, November 13th from 12:00 to 6:00 pm at Pottorf Hall, CiCo Park, Avery Avenue.  Adult meals: $12.00 and Child Meal – under 12 years: $4.50.  You are cordially invited to join them again for a delicious homemade ethnic meal, shopping for international crafts and meeting old and new friends. 20161113T120000 20161113T180000 +39.200772;-96.622259 CiCo Park, Pottorf Hall @ Avery Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 German Mennonite Meal free ai1ec-3187@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Ice Rink at the Jon and Ruth Ann Wefald Paviliion in City Park will open on Monday, November 14th.  Hours are 3 to 7 pm weekdays and 1 to 7 pm weekends and days USD 383 is not in session.  Admission is $3.00 per person, and skate rental is $3.00.  Key FOBs are available for $25 for 10 admissions and/or skate rentals.  They must be purchased at City Hall, 1101 Poyntz Avenue. 20161114T150000 20161114T190000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Ice Rink Opening free ai1ec-3198@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community November 14th – 21st is National Collection Week for Operations Christmas Child Shoebox Gifts.  Manhattan residents will transform 3500 empty shoeboxes into gifts of hope filled with school supplies, hygiene items, notes of encouragement and fun toys, such as a doll or soccer ball.  Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse, will deliver these shoebox gifts to children overseas living in extreme poverty or affected by war, disease and natural disaster.  First United Methodist Church will serve as a drop-off location for shoebox donations.  Operating Hours: Monday, November 14th – Friday, November 18th: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm.  Saturday, November 19th: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.  Sunday, November 20th: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm and Monday, November 21st: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.  For more information, call 785-776-8821. 20161114T173000 20161121T200000 +39.179758;-96.565545 First United Methodist Church @ 612 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Gifts free ai1ec-3195@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Book Discussion Group and the VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Support Group will meet on Tuesday, November 15th at the Senior Center.  The Book Group will meet at 1:00 pm.  The title this month is “The Residence” by Kate Anderson Brower.  The VIP meeting will follow from 2:00-3:00.  One of the members will lead the discussion on living with vision loss.  This is always an uplifting meeting.  Please join and be part of the conversation.  For more information contact Kathy at 539-1973. 20161115T130000 20161115T150000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Riley County Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Book Discussion Group free ai1ec-3196@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community An annual hiring and education fair will be held at Riley’s Conference Center on Thursday, November 17th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.  This year’s event will feature schools from around the United States, regional employers, Child, Youth and School Services, Veterans Affairs, Kansas Works, education counselors, financial aid advisors, Soldier For Life transition assistance counselors and many other organizations.  In total, over 140 exhibitors will be on-site.  It is recommended that attendees dress for success and bring copies of their resume, as employers may interview or hire on the spot.  This event is open all Soldiers, their family members, veterans, retirees and community members.  For more information contact Fort Riley Education Services at 785-239-6481 or the ACS Employment Readiness Program at 785-239-9435. 20161117T100000 20161117T150000 +39.088346;-96.813939 Riley's Conference Center @ Fort Riley, KS, USA 0 Annual Hiring & Education free ai1ec-3175@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Via Christi, through its federally funded CARE program, is holding several public events designed to help Kansans better understand the requirements of the Affordable Care Act and enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace.  Open enrollment for the Health Insurance marketplace begins on November 1st and ends January 31st, 2017.  Via Christi will be holding a free event 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Thursday, November 17th at Via Christie Hospital.  The event will be held in the Professional Development Center (PDC) on the third floor of the Outpatient Pavilion. For more information contact Michelle Kennedy, 785-323-6796, Loren.Kennedy@viachristi.org. 20161117T100000 20161117T150000 +39.201304;-96.59931 Via Christi Hospital @ 1823 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Help With Healthcare Enrollment free ai1ec-3185@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The 7th Annual Kevin Coffey Memorial Blood Drive will be held on Thursday, November 17th from noon to 6:00 pm and Friday, November 18th, from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm at St. Thomas More Church.  Donors are needed as the holidays approach.  To make an appointment call 1-800-733-2767. 20161117T120000 20161118T130000 +39.204398;-96.609299 St Thomas More @ 2900 Kimball Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Kevin Coffey Memorial Blood Drive free ai1ec-3164@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Wamego Area Veterans Memorial Dedication Ceremony will be held on Sunday, November 20th at 1:00 pm.  Following the ceremony you are welcome to go the the Community Center (Senior Center) for cupcakes, drinks and socializing. 20161120T130000 +39.201941;-96.304998 Wamego City Park @ Wamego, KS 66547, USA 0 Wamego Veterans Memorial Dedication free 1 ai1ec-3197@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Riley County Historical Society will have their Quarterly Dinner/Annual Election Meeting on Monday, November 21st.  Dinner will be at 6:30 pm, program at 7:15 pm at the Family and Child Resource Center lower level, West End Room.  Use the main entrance on the south side.  Parking is adjacent.  The program will be by Dr. Roger Reitz “Medicine in Riley County Over the Past Fifty Years”.  Dinner: $12.00.  Roast beef, macaroni and cheese, broccoli supreme, salad and cookies.  Dinner reservations must be made by Wednesday, November 16th at 785-565-6490.  Program begins about 7:15 (no reservations needed for program).  Everyone is welcome to the dinner and program. 20161121T183000 +39.192422;-96.59203 Family Child & Resource Center @ 2101 Claflin Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Riley County Historical Society Quarterly Dinner free 1 ai1ec-3264@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Give back this holiday season and join Mayor Usha Reddi and the Flint Hills Breadbasket for the Mayor’s Christmas Spirit of the Holidays Lighted Parade on Friday, December 2nd at 5:30 pm.  The parade begins at Manhattan Town Center and travels through downtown Manhattan on Poyntz Avenue.  It will end in Aggieville’s Triangle Park for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.  Donations for the Flint Hills Breadbasket – both non-perishable food and tax-deductible monetary donations will be accepted during the parade. 20161202T173000 +39.183608;-96.571669 Poyntz Avenue @ Manhattan, KS, USA 0 Holiday Parade free 1 ai1ec-3263@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Fort Riley’s annual Christkindle Market takes place on Saturday, December 3rd from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at Riley’s Conference Center.  The event, which is in its eighth year, features more than 50 vendors selling handmade items, holiday decor, gifts and much more.  Family activities like sugar cookie decorating, face painting and pictures with Santa or the Grinch will be available for $1 each.  Festive food and gluhwein (a German/Austrian winter holiday drink) will also be available for purchase.  The event is open to the public; however those without a Department of Defense ID card need to stop at the Henry Gate visitor center to get a pass.  Details can be found online at http://www.riley.army.mil/. 20161203T090000 20161203T150000 +39.088346;-96.813939 Riley's Conference Center @ Fort Riley, KS, USA 0 Christkindl Market free ai1ec-3262@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community This Saturday, December 3rd will be the annual Help Portrait event.  Local photographers who want to give back to the low income community are there to take family or individual portraits and print them right there for people to take with them.  They are great quality photos with no strings attached.  No one tries to sell packages of photos or other items.  There will be a meal to enjoy as well.  This event will be at The Fellow, 1125 Westport Drive. 20161203T090000 20161203T130000 +39.191511;-96.607085 The Fellow @ 1125 Westport Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Help Portrait free ai1ec-3261@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community People who need help selecting a health insurance plan for 2017 have an opportunity to talk with experts, noon to 4:00 pm, on Saturday, December 3rd at Dorothy Bramlage Public Library in Junction City. There is no cost to attend the event.  Trained health insurance Navigators at this event will help people in comparing their insurance options at the Health Insurance Marketplace.  For further information, please call John dickey or Karen Mayse at the North Central-Flint Hills area Agency on Aging and Disability Resource Center at 800-432-2703. 20161203T120000 20161203T160000 +39.02963;-96.83287 Dorothy Bramlage Public Library @ 230 W 7th St, Junction City, KS 66441, USA 0 Health Insurance Enrollment free ai1ec-3268@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The next meeting of the Pawnee Mental Health Services’ Board of Directors will be on Tuesday, December 6th at 4:00 pm, in the Conference Room of Pawnee’s Clay Center office.  The meeting is open to the public. 20161206T160000 +39.375211;-97.126427 Pawnee Mental Health @ 503 Grant Ave, Clay Center, KS 67432, USA 0 Pawnee Mental Health Meeting free 1 ai1ec-3199@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The First Annual Financial Summit and Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, December 7th at 12:45 pm at the Manhattan Public Library.  You are invited.  Students, teachers, homemakers, and the community to come out and learn how to protect your financial resources.  Come and meet a special Military guest from Houston, Texas as well as Bankers and Financial Advisors.  “Lunch Is On Us”  Sponsored by Abundant Faith Ministries, Inc. 20161207T124500 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 First Annual Financial Summit and Luncheon free 1 ai1ec-3260@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Jammin’ Northstars Elementary Choir Presents: A Bob Hope style USO Show Honoring our WWII Veterans Including:  “Jammin’ Northstars Elementary Choir – Songs from the 1940’s.  The Thundering Cats and the Cadence and K-State Singers Trio.  This event will be held on Wednesday, December 7th at 7:00 pm at the Peace Memorial Auditorium (behind City Hall).  Free and open to the public. 20161207T190000 +39.17894;-96.574087 Peace Memorial Auditorium @ 1101 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 National Pearl Harbor Day Concert free 1 ai1ec-3166@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Jammin’ Northstars Elementary Choir Presents: National Pearl Harbor Concert on Wednesday, December 7th at 7:00 pm in the Peace memorial (City) Auditorium to honor our WWII Veterans.  This is a Bob Hope style U.S.O. Show extravaganza with singing, dancing and jokes.  Fun costumes, great entertainment.  Anyone and everyone who loves good music from the 40’s and want to be a part of honoring our WWII Veterans is welcome to attend. 20161207T190000 +39.17894;-96.574087 Peace Memorial Auditorium @ 1101 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Northstars Elementary Choir free 1 ai1ec-3209@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan Kiwanis Club will have their 66th Annual Pancake Feed & Holiday Silent Auction on Saturday, December 10th, of Pottorf Hall at CiCo Park.  Adults $5.00 Presale or $6.00 Day of Feed.  Children 5-12, $3.00 Presale or $4.00 Day of Feed.  Children (under 5) Eat FREE.  All proceeds benefit 20 local community projects. 20161210T070000 20161210T130000 +39.199351;-96.622706 Pottorf Hall - CiCo Park @ 1718 Cedar Crest Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Kiwanis Club Pancake Feed free ai1ec-3272@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community An enjoyable evening for Holiday Music and Patriotic remembrances will be held at the Peace Memorial Auditorium located at City Hall – 1101 Poyntz Avenue – on Saturday, December 10th at 7:30 pm.  The event will be sponsored by the “Friends Of Peace Memorial Auditorium” and presented by the KSU Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia and the Thundering Cats.  The program is free and open to the public.  They will be accepting donations for the renovation of the Peace Memorial Auditorium, which is a “Living Memorial” for the servicemen who gave the ultimate sacrifice during WWII from the Riley County. 20161210T193000 +39.17894;-96.574087 Peace Memorial Auditorium @ 1101 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Holiday Music and Patriotic Remembrances free 1 ai1ec-3267@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Junction City Arts Council will hold its annual Winter Gallery Walk on Friday, December 16th from 5-7 pm in downtown Junction City.  Up to fifteen merchants in the 100 and 200 blocks of W Seventh Street and the 600 to 900 blocks on N Washington will host regional artists and their artwork and offer wine, coffee, and or cider and hors d’oeruvres to the public as they visit each “gallery” location.  Gallery maps will be available at the Opera House at 135 W Seventh.  Then tour downtown merchants, meet the artists, enjoy their work, and find the perfect handmade quilt.  Santa will also be there to hear your holiday wishes.  Join them for local art, live music, and refreshments in a festive holiday atmosphere.  for more information, you can contact the Junction City Arts Council at www.junctioncityac.org, or call 785-762-2581. 20161216T170000 20161216T190000 +39.028609;-96.831398 W Seventh Street @ Junction City, KS, USA 0 Winter Gallery Walk free ai1ec-3269@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley-Manhattan will again participate in the annual Wreaths Across America program with a ceremony on Saturday, December 17th at 11:00 am.  Refreshments will be served in the Hospitality Room following the wreath laying. 20161217T110000 Kansas Veterans Cemetery @ 5181 Wildcat Creek Road Manatt 0 Wreaths Across America free 1 ai1ec-3273@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The American Red Cross will have a blood drive on Monday, December 19th at the Wamego High School from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  Donors of all blood types are needed this holiday season to help ensure a sufficient supply for hospital patients.  To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor app, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).  Donors are encouraged to make appointments and complete the RapidPass online health history questionnaire at redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to save time when donating. 20161219T090000 20161219T150000 +39.206902;-96.306114 Wamego High School @ 801 Lincoln Ave, Wamego, KS 66547, USA 0 Wamego Blood Donations free ai1ec-3283@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Via Christi will host an American Red Cross blood drive to help address a local blood shortage.  The blood drive will take place from 11:15 am to 5:15 pm on Tuesday, December 20th at Via Christi Hospital’s Bella Meeting Rooms 3 and 4.  Donors should eat a full meal and drink plenty of water before arriving at the hospital’s new Patient Entrance.  Volunteers will be on hand at the Admissions desk to help direct donors to the blood drive location.  Lab staff request that those interested in donating blood call ahead to make a reservation.  Snacks and water will be provided to all who donate.  To sign up, call Via Christi Laboratory at 785-323-2882. 20161220T111500 20161220T171500 +39.201304;-96.59931 Via Christi Hospital @ 1823 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Red Cross Blood Drive free ai1ec-3281@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Book Discussion Group and the VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Support Group are combining their meetings for December.  Join them for their holiday party on Tuesday, December 20th, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Senior Center.  You are welcome to bring a treat to share, but it is not necessary.  The food will be set out early, the monthly book will be discussed, and then lots of time to socialize.  They realize this is a busy time of year and so please feel free to go early, late, leave early, whatever works for you.  The book for this month is “A Man Called Ove” by Frederik Backman.  This will be a fun discussion even if you have not read the book.  Any questions, please contact Kathy at 539-1973. 20161220T130000 20161220T150000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Book Discussion Group free ai1ec-3288@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community USDA Commodities drive-thru distribution will be Wednesday, December 28th, at 4:00 pm at the Flint Hills Breadbasket, 905 Yuma.  Product will be given out until gone.  This is available for all income eligible Riley County Residents.  All commodities are first come first serve.  Product available includes: Green Beans, Grapefruit Juice, Cereal, Dried Pinto Beans, Dehydrated Potatoes, Walnut Pieces, Frozen Blueberries, and Cheese Blend. 20161228T160000 +39.174429;-96.570496 Flint Hills Breadbasket @ 905 Yuma St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 USDA Commodities free 1 ai1ec-3282@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Flint Hills Contra Dancers are sponsoring a New Year’s Eve Dance at the City Auditorium from 8:30 to 12:00 midnight on December 31st.  They will have live string band music.  All dances taught.  Beginner friendly.  Lisa Harris is the caller. $10.00 suggested donation.  Kids free.  For more information contact flinthillscontradance@gmail.com or 785-477-9054. 20161231T203000 20161231T000000 +39.17894;-96.574087 City Auditorium @ 1101 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 New Year’s Eve Dance free ai1ec-3285@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The U. S. Army of Corps of Engineers at Tuttle Creek Lake will sponsor a free Eagle Day program on Saturday, January 7th from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm.  The day will begin at the Manhattan Fire station at Kimball and Denison avenues.  The event showcases bald eagles, their remarkable recovery and what makes them special to the nation and Tuttle Creek Lake and includes speakers from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Milford Nature Center, a presentation featuring live native birds of prey and an eagle watching tour.  Transportation will be provided for the tour.  Visitors should dress for the weather as the tour includes short walks across unimproved terrain to reach viewing stations.  A limited number of spotting scopes and binoculars will be provided, so visitors are encouraged to bring their own.  No registration is required, but space is limited to a first come, first served basis. 20170107T090000 20170107T123000 +39.204163;-96.585501 Manhattan Fire Station @ Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Eagle Day Program free ai1ec-3293@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community K-State Research and Extension will some Gardening Education Events on Saturday, January 7th at Pottorf Hall, CiCo Park.  Composting will begin 9:00 am.  Worm Composting 10:00 and Forcing Bulbs at 11:00 am. For more information contact Gregg Eyestone – Extension Agent at 785-537-6350. 20170107T090000 20170107T120000 +39.199351;-96.622706 Pottorf Hall Cico Park @ 1718 Cedar Crest Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Gardening Education free ai1ec-3297@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community People seeking help selecting health insurance plan for 2017 or wanting to know whether they would qualify for a health insurance tax exemption have an opportunity to talk with experts 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 14th and Saturday, January 28th at the Manhattan Public Library.  There is no cost to attend this event, but people should call the Area Agency on Aging at 785-776-9294 to schedule an appointment.  Trained health insurance Navigators will help people compare their insurance options at the Health Insurance Marketplace and explain how this insurance works and answer questions.  To schedule an appointment or for more information, please call John Dickey at 776-9294. 20170114T090000 20170114T130000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Health Insurance Event free ai1ec-3294@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community K-State Research and Extension have a Indoor Salad Gardening Event on Saturday, January 14th at 10:00 am in Pottorf Hall, CiCo Park.  This event is presented bu Blueville Nursery.  For more information, contact Greeg Eyestone, Extension Agent at 785-537-6350. 20170114T100000 20170114T110000 +39.199351;-96.622706 Pottorf Hall CiCo Park @ 1718 Cedar Crest Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Gardening Education free ai1ec-3300@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community There will be a Free Skate Day on Monday, January 16th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at the Ice Rink in City Park.  Admission and skate rental are free for the entire day. 20170116T100000 20170116T180000 +39.183042;-96.573944 Ice Rink City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Free Skating free ai1ec-3299@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Book Discussion Group and the VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Support Group will meet on Tuesday, January 17th at the Senior Center.  The Book Group will meet at 1:00.  The title this month is “A Spool of Blue Thread” by Anne Tyler.  The VIP meeting will follow from 2:00 – 3:00 pm.  This will be a planning meeting.  They would like to know what topics would be of interest to those in our community dealing with vision loss.  If you are unable to join, please call Kathy at 539-1973 with any suggestions you may have. 20170117T130000 20170117T150000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Book Discussion Group free ai1ec-3295@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community K-State Research and Extension will hold Gardening Education Events on Saturday, January 21st beginning at 9:00 am with Growing in Riley County.  Herb Gardening will be at 10:00 am and Creating a Water Feature at 11:00 am.  For more information contact Gregg Eyestone, Extension Agent at 785-537-6350. 20170121T090000 20170121T120000 +39.199351;-96.622706 Pottorf Hall CiCo Park @ 1718 Cedar Crest Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Gardening Education free ai1ec-3301@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community MLK, Jr. Community Celebration will be held at the Manhattan Fire Station on Sunday, January 22nd from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.  Featuring the art and writing contest winners from local schools (Bluemont, Theodore Roosevelt, Manhattan Catholic School, Manhattan High School) music, fellowship, recognition of the annual Spirit of Martin Luther King, Jr. Award winners, and speaker Zelia Wiley, interim provost for the diversity at K-State.  The title of her talk is “2017”: Education, Diversity & Dr. King’s Dream.” 20170122T140000 20170122T160000 +39.204676;-96.584911 Manhattan Fire Station @ 2000 Denison Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 MLK, Jr. Community Celebration free ai1ec-3304@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Kansas State University/Manhattan Chapter of the American Guild of Organists will present a recital on Sunday, January 22nd, at 3:00 pm at First United Methodist Church.  A wide variety of organ music will be performed and there is no admission charge. 20170122T150000 +39.179758;-96.565545 First United Methodist Church @ 612 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 American Guild of Organists free 1 ai1ec-3303@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community People seeking help selecting a health insurance plan for 2017 or wanting to know whether they would qualify for a health insurance tax exemption have an opportunity to talk to experts on Monday, January 23rd from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library.  There is no cost to attend this event, but  people should call the Area Agency on Aging at 800-432-2703 to schedule an appointment.   20170123T100000 20170123T170000 +39.02963;-96.83287 Dorothy Bramlage Public Library @ 230 W 7th St, Junction City, KS 66441, USA 0 Health Insurance Event free ai1ec-3312@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The next meeting of the Pawnee Mental Health Services’ Board of Directors will be on Tuesday, January 24th at 4:00 pm, in the Conference Room of Pawnee’s Clay Center office.  The meeting is open to the public. 20170124T160000 +39.375197;-97.126427 Pawnee Mental Health @ 503 Grant Ave, Clay Center, KS 67432, USA 0 Pawnee Mental Health Meeting free 1 ai1ec-3315@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Cover Crop Impact on Subsequent Crop Yields will be the discussion topic at the January 26th Coffee Shop Agronomy meeting, scheduled for 10:30 am to noon at Nelson’s Landing.  DeAnn Presley, K-State Research and Extension soil and water conservation specialist, will be the featured speaker.  Reservations are requested by noon the day before each meeting.  Contact Greg McClure at the Riley County Extension Office, 785-537-6350 for more information. 20170126T103000 20170126T120000 +39.364649;-96.859206 Nelson's Landing @ 107 Erpelding St, Leonardville, KS 66449, USA 0 Coffee Shop Agronomy free ai1ec-3296@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community K-State Research and Extension will have a Gardening Education Event Totally Tomatoes on January 26th from 10:30 am to noon at Nelson’s Landing.  For more information contact Gregg Eyestone, Extension Agent at 785-537-6350. 20170126T163400 20170126T173400 +39.364649;-96.859196 Nelson's Landing @ 107 Erpelding St, Leonardville, KS 66449, USA 0 Gardening Education free ai1ec-3311@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation is hosting Free Dental Services on January 27th-28th at the National Guard Armory, 721 Levee Drive.  Doors open at 5:30 am.  No appointments – First come, First Served.  Children and Adults.  Patient information: Continue taking any prescription medications as directed and bring them along so a dose is not missed.  Bring a list of current medications, allergies, and health condition.  No eligibility, income, or residency requirements needed.  Services include cleanings, fillings, and extractions…NO dentures.  Nearly 700 patients will be treated each day so be prepared to wait several hours.  Biscuits and gravy for breakfast and a sandwich for lunch will be provided at no charge.  Bring snacks and water. 20170127T053000 +39.195313;-96.542535 National Guard Armory @ 721 Levee Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Free Dental Services free 1 ai1ec-3313@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community People seeking help selecting a health insurance plan for 2017 or wanting to know whether they would qualify for a health insurance tax exemption have an opportunity to talk with experts 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Monday, January 30th at the UFM Community Learning Center.  There is no cost to attend this event, but people should call the Area Agency on Aging at 800-432-2703 to schedule an appointment. 20170130T080000 20170130T170000 +39.189627;-96.576009 UFM Learning Center @ 1221 Thurston St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Health Insurance Event free ai1ec-3314@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Riley County Livestock Association will hold its Annual Meeting at 6:30 pm on Monday, January 30th at Pottorf Hall.  The schedule for the evening includes a 10-ounce ribeye steak dinner, election of three RCLA directors, and a legislative report by Mike Beam of the Kansas Livestock Association.  The program will be provided by Ron Trewyn, NBAF Facilities Liasion for Kansas State University.  His program is titled, “National Bio Agro-defense Facility: Confronting Global Infectious Disease Threats.”  Reservations to attend the RCLA Annual Meeting are needed by January 23rd.  The $15 charge includes both the steak dinner and membership in the Riley County Association.  Call the Riley County Extension Office at 785-537-6350 to make reservations, or register at www.riley.ksu.edu. 20170130T183000 +39.199351;-96.622706 Pottorf Hall @ 1718 Cedar Crest Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 RCLA Annual Meeting free 1 ai1ec-3305@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Public Library, Computer Lab will hold a Free Tax Preparation beginning February 1st.  Hours will be Tuesdays, 10 am – 3 pm; Wednesdays and Thursdays 1 – 8 pm with extended hours February 1st – 17th.  The site prepares simple IRS 1040 tax returns and Kansas returns.  They cannot itemize returns or prepare returns for members of the military, international students or state other than Kansas.  Maximum household income: $54,000.  To set up an appointment beginning January 20th, call 565-6426 or email vitataxes@gmail.com or book online at www.riley.ksu.edu.  Contact the Riley County Extension Office at 785-537-6350 with questions. 20170201T130000 20170201T200000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Free Tax Preparation free ai1ec-3325@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan Parks and Recreation is planning a new connection to Linear Trail.  The trail will extend from Anderson Avenue through Jorgenson Park (West of the Girl Scout Little House) and connect existing trails in Wildcat Creek Linear Park (behind Sunset Cemetery and Sunset Zoo).  You are invited to a open house discussion with the design team at 5:30 pm on Thursday, February 2nd at Sunset Zoo Exploration Center to learn more about the project.  Construction of the trail is expected to occur in spring of 2017. 20170202T173000 +39.178461;-96.594925 Sunset Zoo Nature Exploration Center @ 2333 Oak St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Jorgenson Park Trail Meeting free 1 ai1ec-3323@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan Public Library will have a Harry Potter Book Night from 6:00 – 8:00 pm on Thursday, February 2nd.  The Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling has inspired million of people and they will celebrate the fact by transforming the library into Hogwarts School.  People of all ages are invited to play games, make crafts, sample potions, and have an evening of wizarding fun.  No registration is required. 20170202T180000 20170202T200000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Harry Potter Book Night free ai1ec-3321@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Alicia Allbaugh, Mars Science Laboratory Integrated Planning and Execution Team Chief at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory will present the 2017 Ernest Fox Nichols Distinguished Alumni Lecture in Physics on Tuesday, February 7th, at 4:30 pm in Room 101 of Cardwell Hall at Kansas State University.  This lecture titled “Curiously Roving on Mars: Overview of the Mars Science Laboratory Project” will discuss the Mars Science Laboratory spacecraft that was launched in November of 2011 and landed on Mars on August 5th, 2012.  The lecture is open to the public and free of charge.  Students, faculty and community members are encouraged to attend this lecture.  There will be refreshments served prior to the lecture at 4:00 pm in room 119 of Cardwell Hall. 20170207T163000 +39.197444;-96.584725 Cardwell Hall @ Manhattan, KS 66506, USA 0 Physics Distinguished Alumni Lecture free 1 ai1ec-3307@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community This year’s Manhattan Fairy Godmothers’ Annual Celebration and Auction revolves around the theme “Experience This….”.  Items for the auction will be baskets and containers filled with various products, food and drink, get aways and experiences lucky ladies may be able to take home.  This celebration will be Tuesday, February 7th beginning at 5:00 pm in the Holiday Inn at the Campus.  The evening begins with a social hour followed by dinner, remarks from outgoing president, Linda Puntney, the silent auction and bake walk.  To RSVP for the 10th Annual Celebration and Auction, please call the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation at 785-587-8995, or stop by the office at 555 Poyntz Avenue, Suite 269.  The cost of the event is $20 per person and in required no later than January 31st. 20170207T170000 +39.18555;-96.582624 Holiday Inn @ 1641 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Fairy Godmother Celebration free 1 ai1ec-3328@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Crop Sequencing will be the featured topic at the February 9th Coffee Shop Agronomy meeting, scheduled for 10:30 am to noon at Nelson’s Landing.  K-State Research and Extension Agronomist Kraig Roozeboom will be the featured speaker.  Roozeboom will discuss crop rotations/sequencing, focusing on why certain crops should or shouldn’t follow another crop, including various types of cover crops.  Reservations are requested by noon the day before each meeting.  Contact Greg McClure at the Riley County Extension Office, 785-537-6350 for more information. 20170209T103000 20170209T120000 +39.364442;-96.858901 Nelson's Landing @ Leonardville, KS 66449, USA 0 Coffee Shop Agronomy free ai1ec-3333@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community A Homebuyer Readiness Workshop will be held on Thursday, February 9th at the Manhattan Public Library, Groesbeck Room on the 2nd floor, at 7:00 pm.  Don’t be intimidated by annual income taxes, let Susan Spain of Varney & Associates help you take charge of the process.  Homebuyer Readiness Workshops are free and open to the public.  Workshops are required for prospective Habitat Homebuyers.  Light refreshments and limited childcare available. 20170209T190000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Homebuyer Readiness Workshop free 1 ai1ec-3309@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Campus Mobile Food Pantry will have fresh produce at no cost in Parking Lot C-1 of the Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex on February 10th, March 10th and April 14th from 4:00 to 6:00 pm while supplies last.  Open to all K-State and Manhattan community members.  Questions? Contact HandsOn Kansas State at 785-532-3670 or via email at handson@k-state.edu. 20170210T160000 20170210T180000 +39.200363;-96.588476 Chester E Peters Recreation Complex @ 1831 Olympic Street, Manhattan, KS 66506, USA 0 Campus Mobile Food Pantry free ai1ec-3318@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community American Legion Unit #17 invites you to a Dinner Mystery Theater to benefit the Kansas State University Terry C Johnson Cancer Research Center.  This event will be held on Saturday, February 11th at 6:00 pm at 114 McCall Road, Manhattan.  Advanced ticket sales only.  Tickets are $40.00 and can be purchased from aux members and/or at the bar/office.  Make reservations today and come for an enjoyable evening of dining and mystery. 20170211T180000 +39.188737;-96.557681 American Legion @ 114 McCall Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Dinner Mystery Theater free 1 ai1ec-3320@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Manhattan Optimist Moxie Fundraising Event will be held on Saturday, February 11th, at Pottorf Hall from 6:00 to 10:00 pm.  The meal will be BBQ, beans, slaw, drink & dessert, free will donation.  Turkey Shoot – Modified Poker Game.  Prizes: turkey, ham, bacon and meats.  Hog Raffle – $5 per ticket.  Gun Raffle – $20 per ticket.  They will also have a Silent Auction. 20170211T180000 20170211T220000 +39.199351;-96.622706 Pottorf Hall @ 1718 Cedar Crest Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Moxie Fundraising Event free ai1ec-3337@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Via Christi Hospital will host an American Red Cross blood drive to help address a local blood shortage.  The blood drive will take place from 10:00 am to 4:0 pm on Tuesday, February 14th at Via Christi Hospital’s Bella Meeting Rooms 3 and 4.  Donors should eat a full meal and drink plenty of water before arriving at the hospital’s new Patient Entrance.  Volunteers will be on hand at the Admissions desk to help direct donors to the blood drive location.  Lab staff request that those interested in donating blood call ahead to make a reservation.  Snacks and water will be provided to all that donate.  To sign up, call Via Christi Laboratory at 785-323-2882.  For questions about travel restrictions or eligibility, call 1-800-236-3276.  For questions about medications or health conditions that may disqualify individuals from donating blood, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org. 20170214T100000 20170214T160000 +39.201304;-96.59931 Via Christi Hospital @ 1823 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Via Christi Blood Drive free ai1ec-3332@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Winter Ranch Management 2017 Meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 15th from 5:00 to 8:30 pm at the McCormick Elementary School.  Topics will be Winter Feeding and Cow Management, Bull Buying and Selection Strategies, Preparation for Calving and Breeding Season, and Vaccination and Animal Health Issues.  Speakers will be K-State Beef Veterinarian A J Tarpoff, Dr. Dale Blasi, Dr. Jaymelynn Farney and Dr. Bob Weaber.  Informal “Town Hall” format – producers are encouraged to come with questions.  Cost is $10 per person, includes a meal.  RSVP by February 8th online at www.pottawatomie.ksu.edu or call Pottawatomie Co Extension at 785-457-3310. 20170215T170000 20170215T203000 +39.428981;-96.6167 McCormick Elementary @ 109 N First St, Olsburg, KS 66520, USA 0 Winter Ranch Management Meeting free ai1ec-3334@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Charlie Griffin and Charlotte Shoup Olsen will be the featured speakers at a seminar on Succession Planning and Communications, to be held on 12:30 pm on Friday, February 17th.  The meeting will be held at the Riley County Public Works Facility.  Griffin and Olsen have been asked to help workshop participants learn better communication skills – skills that will help them start conversations about estate and succession planning, or other farm business decisions.  The goal is to encourage better communication with family, landlords, and business partners, and to encourage discussions that will make farm businesses stronger.  This meeting is a part of the Women Involved in Agriculture-2 series, but everyone is welcome, not just Women in Ag class members.  Spouses are also invited and encouraged to attend.  There is a $10 registration fee that includes lunch.  Lunch will be served at 12:30, with the meeting following, and adjournment by 4:00 pm.  Reservations may be made online at www.riley.ksu.edu, or by calling 785-537-6350. 20170217T123000 +39.251909;-96.654589 Riley County Public Works Facility @ 6215 Tuttle Creek Blvd, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Succession Planning & Communication Seminar free 1 ai1ec-3317@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community The Manhattan High School Booster Club will doing a silent auction fundraiser of $1000’s in prizes at Senior Night Men’s Basketball game on February 17th. 20170217T180000 +39.179644;-96.591422 Manhattan High School @ 2100 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 MHS Booster Club Fundraiser free 1 ai1ec-3347@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community A Benefit Chili Feed for Dan & Jenny Walter will be held on Saturday, February 18th at the First Christian Church in Manhattan.  Tickets at the door are $10 (age 10 ); $2 (age 5-9) and FREE (under 5).  Donations may be made online at vintgefaithmanhattan.com/#/contact-us/donate.   Or checks with memo “Walter Family Fund” can be mailed to Vintage Faith Church P O Box 371  Manhattan, KS.  All proceeds go directly to the Walter Family for their medical expenses so spread the word! 20170218T110000 20170218T140000 +39.180445;-96.563403 First Christian Church @ Humboldt St & N 5th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Chili Feed free ai1ec-3339@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community There will be a Soul Food Dinner at the Kaw Blue Lodge #107 on Saturday, February 18th from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.  Dinners are $10.00.  They will have field peas or collard greens; macaroni/cheese; corn bread/bread; choice of meats: fish, chicken/pig feet.  Gumbo will be available extra.  They will have meals to go. For more information contact PM Harris 785-375-6571 or PM John R Thomas 785-341-4461. 20170218T110000 20170218T163000 +39.175253;-96.571561 Kaw Blue Lodge @ 930 Yuma St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Soul Food Dinner free ai1ec-3342@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Riley County Genealogical Society “DNA Test Results – What now?”  This event will be held on Sunday, February 19th at 2:00 pm at the Manhattan Public Library Auditorium.  Presented by Jill Meyers Frese – Local Genealogist with experience of over 35 years.  DNA testing has become a popular tool for genealogist looking for additional information on your family roots.  The different tests (FTDNA, Ancestry, 23andme) will be discussed and what do you do with this information after you get your results and how they are significant to your genealogy.  This program is free and open to the public. 20170219T140000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Riley Co. Genealogical Society Meeting free 1 ai1ec-3344@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212738Z MBC Community Join the Community Conversation Affordable Housing Action Group Meeting on Sunday, February 19th at 3:00 pm at Arrow Coffee (Lounge), 1800 Claflin Road, Manhattan. 20170219T150000 +39.193369;-96.58581 Arrow Coffee @ 1800 Claflin Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Community Conversation free 1 ai1ec-3346@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Visually Impaired Persons (VIP) Support Group invites you to join them at their meeting on Tuesday, February 21st at 2:00 pm at the Riley County Senior Center to learn about the Telecommunication Access Program (TAP).  Kansas TAP is an equipment distribution program.  The purpose of the program is to provide specialized telephones and other telecommunication devices to Kansans with disabilities who can not use traditional phones.  Nancy Stork from ATK (Assistive Technology for Kansans) will talk about the program and will have hands-on demonstrations of some of these devices.  For more information, please contact Nancy Stork at 1-800-526-9731 or Kathy at 539-1973. 20170221T140000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Visually Impaired Support Group free 1 ai1ec-3343@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Dealing With Herbicide Resistant Weeds will be the topic at the February 23rd Coffee Shop Agronomy meeting, scheduled for 10:30 am to noon at Nelson’s Landing in Leonardville.  K-State weed scientist Dallas Peterson will be the featured speaker.  Peterson has a PhD in Weed Science from North Dakota State University and served as the Extension Weed Specialist from 1987 through 1989.  He returned to Kansas State University in 1989 and has served as the Extension Weed Specialist at Kansas State since that time.  Peterson is a past-president of the Weed Science Society of America.  Reservations to attend the workshop are requested by noon on February 22nd.  Register online at www.riley.ksu.edu or contact Greg McClure at the Riley County Extension Office 785-537-6350 for more information. 20170223T103000 20170223T120000 +39.364649;-96.859206 Nelson's Landing @ 107 Erpelding St, Leonardville, KS 66449, USA 0 Coffee Shop Agronomy free ai1ec-3322@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The first Kansas Legislative Coffee for 2017 will be held on Saturday, February 25th, at the Zoo Educational Center at 7:30 am.  There will be coffee and some assorted rolls.  This event is free and open to the public. 20170225T073000 +39.178461;-96.594925 Zoo Educational Center @ 2333 Oak St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Legislative Coffee free 1 ai1ec-3302@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community MLK, Jr. Prayer Breakfast, will be held at the Four Points by Sheraton on Monday, February 25th starting at 9:00 am.  The lecture will be by Featuring Gretchen Cassel Eick, civil rights activist and author of “Dissent in Wichita: the Civil Rights Movement in the Midwest, 1954-72.”  The lecture is free, but if eating, the breakfast buffet cost app. $11. 20170225T090000 +39.169966;-96.597343 Four Points by Sheraton @ 530 Richards Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 MLK,Jr. Prayer Breakfast free 1 ai1ec-3340@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community You’re invited to attend the Groundbreaking for Manhattan Area Habitat for Humanity on Saturday, February 25th at 2:00 at 1026 Yuma Street.  RSVP to: office@mahfh.org by February 22nd. 20170225T140000 +39.175563;-96.573049 1026 Yuma St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Habitat for Humanity Groundbreaking free 1 ai1ec-3409@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Ladies! Do you need a great new dress for an upcoming party of formal?  Mark your calendar to attend Junior League of the Flint Hills’ second annual Gown Town event from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, Sunday, February 26th, at the Four Points by Sheraton in Manhattan.  The event features gently used dresses, gowns, shoes, and accessories at discount prices.  Event entry is $5.00 per person, and tickets are on sale now at J-L-Flint-Hills.org or available at the door. 20170226T130000 20170226T160000 +39.169966;-96.597343 Four Points by Sheraton @ 530 Richards Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Gown Town JLFH Spring Fundraiser free ai1ec-3411@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community A film showing of National Bird – story of courageous whistleblowers working on military drones will be held on Tuesday, February 28th, 7:30 pm, at Town Hall Room of the Leaderships Studies Building at K-State.  National Bird is a full-length documentary that follows the dramatic journey of three whistleblowers who are determined to break the silence around one of the most controversial current affairs issues – that is the secret U.S. Drone War.  Sponsored by Manhattan Alliance For Peace and Justice K-State Alliance For Peace and Justice.  For more information contact Ann Cowan – 785-537-2025 or Anne_cowan@sbcglobal.net. 20170228T193000 +39.197444;-96.584725 Town Hall Room Leadership Studies @ Manhattan, KS 66506, USA 0 National Bird free 1 ai1ec-3436@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Campus Mobile Food Pantry will be on Friday, March 10th from 4-6 pm while supplies last in Parking Lot C-1 of the Chester E Peters Recreation Complex.  Fresh produce at no cost.  Open to all K-State and Manhattan community members.  Questions? Contact HandsOn Kansas State at 785-532-3670 or via email at handson@k-state.edu. 20170302T203300 20170302T213300 +39.183608;-96.571669 Chester E Peters Recreation Complex @ Manhattan, KS, USA 0 Campus Mobile Food Pantry free ai1ec-3432@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Kaw Blue Lodge #107 will have a Spare Ribs BBQ on Saturday, March 4th at the O’Reilly Auto Parts Store from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.  For more information contact WM Sidney Payne at 785-580-8574 or PM Bob Harris at 785-375-6571. 20170304T110000 20170304T170000 +39.174516;-96.567537 O'Reilly Auto Parts Store @ 700 Fort Riley Blvd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Kaw Blue Lodge BBQ free ai1ec-3429@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community FRSC “ALL IN!” Casino Night will be held on Saturday, March 4th from 5:00 – 10:00 pm at Riley’s Conference Center.  Join Lady Luck, and double down for an evening of casino night fun.  Libations & Fare, Dancing, Casino Games, Opportunity Drawings, and Silent and Live Auctions will be yours for the winning.  Attendees are encouraged to dress in any Vegas fashion-from the Rat Pack to Hangover Shenanigans (Must be done tastefully).  A prize will be awarded for best dressed.  18 Only.  For further information, to volunteer your time, and/or to inform of a donation, please email Sheila Kay Weaver at: FUNDRAISING.FRSC@GMAIL.COM. 20170304T170000 20170304T220000 +39.071131;-96.773742 Riley's Conference Center @ 446 Seitz Dr, Fort Riley, KS 66442, USA 0 Casino Night free ai1ec-3410@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Wamego invites the community to attend a special fund raising dinner to support Community Health Ministry’s “No Place Like Home” on Wednesday, March 8th.  Mount Calvary will host a free-will donation dinner at the church from 5:30 – 7:00 pm, followed immediately by a special Lenten devotional service.  All proceeds from the dinner go to support this new program.  Everyone is invited to share in food and fellowship and to stay for the Lenten service afterwards.  For more information call 785-456-2444. 20170308T173000 20170308T190000 +39.218277;-96.307842 Mt Calvary Lutheran Church @ 17535 Say Rd, Wamego, KS 66547, USA 0 No Place Like Home free ai1ec-3441@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The last organized community garden signup is Saturday, March 11th at 9:30 at UFM Community Learning Center, 1221 Thurston Street.  Plots are still available at both the Riley Lane and Collins Lane gardens.  For general information about the Community Gardens, visit tryufm.org/community-gardens 20170311T093000 +39.189627;-96.576009 UFM Community Learning Center @ 1221 Thurston St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Community Garden Signup free 1 ai1ec-3448@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Food 4 Thought.  A conversation about hunger & health with community thought leaders.  Join them for breakfast and a conversation about the impact of agriculture and farming on food security, food access and nutrition.  This event will be held on Tuesday, March 14th from 7:30 am to 9:00 am at the KFB Headquarters.  Reservations are required.  To register go to www.harvesters.org/food4thought. 20170314T073000 20170314T090000 +39.217159;-96.620915 KFB Headquarters @ 2627 KFB Plaza, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Food 4 Thought free ai1ec-3298@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Are you a high schooler living in Riley County that has an idea for a new product or service? Do you have a concept that could lead to a future business?  Youth entrepreneurs are invited to participate as individuals or in teams to compete in the 2017 Riley County Youth Entrepreneur Fair on Wednesday, March 14th, 9:30-Noon at Pottorf Hall in CiCo Park.  Top products, concepts, and ideas will be awarded CASH PRIZES for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers based on: Business Plan; Two-minute Elevator Speech; 5-6 Minute Tradeshow Presentation.  Contact John Jobe or Jennifer Wilson at the Riley County Extension Office for further details about this amazing opportunity.  110 Courthouse Plaza, Room B220 – 785-537-6350. 20170314T093000 20170314T120000 +39.199351;-96.622706 Pottorf Hall CiCo Park @ 1718 Cedar Crest Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge free ai1ec-3450@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community A Severe Weather Awareness and Information meeting for the whole family will be held on Thursday, March 16th at 7:00 pm at the Four Points by Sheraton.  The Presentor will be the National Weather Service from Topeka.  Sponsored by the Riley County Emergency Management and the Weather Amateur Radio Networks.  This is a FREE informational presentation open to the public. 20170316T190000 +39.169966;-96.597343 Four Points by Sheraton @ 530 Richards Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Severe Weather Awareness free 1 ai1ec-3348@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The 39th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Road Races 10K, 2 Mile Run and 2 Mile Walk will be held on Saturday, March 18th, beginning at 10:00 am.  The 2 mile will kick off the festivities followed by the 10k at 10:45.  The parade will once again follow all the races.  This year all the 10k finishers will receive a St. Patrick’s Day Finisher Medal.  For more information go to http://manhattanrunningco.com/st-patricks-day-road-races-10k-2-mile-run-and-2-mile-walk/  A quick reminder that pricing to the St. Patrick’s Day Road Races goes up on Monday, March 13th. 20170318T100000 +39.183608;-96.571669 Aggieville @ Manhattan, KS, USA 0 St. Patricks’s Day Road Races free 1 ai1ec-3433@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Do you have German family history but don’t know where to begin with it?  Learn about things you need to know in both American and German records to begin tracing your German roots.  The presenter, Kelsee Walker, has a bachelor’s degree in Family History and Genealogy from Brigham Young University.  She has completed family history internships in Austria, England, and in the Family History Library at the International Records Reference Desk.  She has worked for FamilySearch and has done client research as a contractor.  This event will be held at the Manhattan Public Library on Sunday, March 19th at 2:00 pm.  This presentation is free and open to the public. 20170319T140000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Genealogy Presentation free 1 ai1ec-3461@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Manhattan Book Discussion Group and the VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Support Group will meet on Tuesday, March 21st, at the Riley County Senior Center.  The Book Group will meet at 1:00 pm.  The title this month is “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald.  The VIP meeting will follow from 2:00 – 3:00.  There will not be a guest speaker.  Instead there will be a share meeting.  They will discuss daily living issues.  Any Questions, please contact Kathy at 539-1973. 20170321T130000 20170321T150000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Book Discussion Group free ai1ec-3464@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community A Community Blood Drive will be held on Thursday, March 23rd from noon  6:00 pm and Friday, March 24th from 7:30 am – 1:00 pm.  Both will be held at Pottorf Hall, CiCo Park.  The American Red Cross has issued a call for O Negative and AB blood donors to give soon.  While all types are needed to meet patient needs, these two types are usually the first to run low during difficult collection times. 20170323T120000 20170324T180000 +39.19929;-96.621808 Pottorf Hall CiCo Park @ 1710 Avery Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Community Blood Drive free ai1ec-3451@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Conversation on Race and Reconciliation: a Faith-Based Dialogue – Deepening Understanding, Developing New Perspectives, Discussing Community Initiatives.  This event will be held on Thursday, March 30th from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at the Manhattan Public Library.  All are welcome. 20170330T190000 20170330T203000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Race and Reconciliation free ai1ec-3442@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Students, visitors and community members are invited to find out why the future is built at Kansas State University.  On Saturday, April 1st, the Manhattan, Olathe and Polytechnic campuses will offer activities, learning, fun and food as part of the annual All-University Open House.  Open House will take place from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on the Manhattan campus, and from 9:00 am to 2:00 on the Olathe and Polytechnic campuses.  This all-ages event is an opportunity to discover your future at K-State while exploring some of the university’s 475-plus clubs and organizations and 250 majors and options.  Visit k-state.edu/openhouse to learn more about the annual event. 20170401T090000 20170401T150000 +39.183608;-96.571669 Kansas State University @ Manhattan, KS, USA 0 All-University Open House free ai1ec-3472@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The 2017 Manhattan Breakfast Optimist Club 9th Annual Spaghetti Supper will be held on Saturday, April 1st from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Pottorf Hall – CiCo Park.  The menu will include spaghetti (meat and meatless sauce), salad, bread, water, lemonade, ice tea, coffee and dessert – cookies and bars.  Take-out is an option. 20170401T170000 20170401T200000 +39.19929;-96.621808 Pottorf Hall - CiCo Park @ 1710 Avery Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Optimist Spaghetti Supper free ai1ec-3479@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Westmoreland United Methodist Church Spring Dinner will be held on Wednesday, April 5th.  Serving times will be from 4:00 to 7:00 pm.  Menu includes Homemade Chicken and Noodles; Mashed Potatoes; Vegetables; Salads; and Homemade Pies.  Free will offering. 20170405T160000 20170405T190000 +39.441434;-96.505905 United Methodist Church @ 107 2nd St, Westmoreland, KS 66549, USA 0 Church Spring Dinner free ai1ec-3476@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Kansas Center for Agricultural Resources and the Environment and the Kansas Water Resources Institute at Kansas State University are hosting a free screening of the documentary film”Thirsty Land” at 1:30 pm, Thursday, April 6th, at Forum Hall at the K-State Student Union.  The campus community and public are invited and encouraged to attend.  “Thirsty Land” is a story about extreme drought, agriculture and the water crisis in the Western United States and how these challenges affect farmers, communities and the environment.  A number of Kansas farmers, officials and businesses are featured in the film.  More information about the K-State screening is available by contacting KCARE director Daniel Devlin at ddevlin@ksu.edu or 785-532-0393. 20170406T133000 +39.197444;-96.584725 K-State Student Union @ Manhattan, KS 66506, USA 0 “Thirsty Land” Documentary free 1 ai1ec-3434@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Dig out your polyester bell bottoms and platform shoes, and disco for a cure with Kansas City band Disco Dick & the Mirrorballs.  Cast your vote in the “Off the Hook” bra art contest and enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and late-night munchies, desserts and a cash bar, as well as the costume contest and fun photo station.  Party with your friends while helping K-State fight cancer.  Cost is $60/person, $500/10-person table, with all proceeds supporting K-State’s Johnson Cancer Research Center. 20170407T190000 20170407T233000 +39.186589;-96.584351 K-State Alumni Center @ 1720 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Pink & Purple Polyester Party free ai1ec-3453@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Saturday, April 8th will be Give Kids A Smile Day at the Manhattan Area Technical College from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for kids ages 3-14.  There will be free Cleaning Sealants and Fluoride Treatment.  For all surrounding communities.  Students will provide quality care under the supervision of experienced dentist and licensed hygienists.  No appointment needed.  Please call for more details – 785-320-4532.  Give your child a brighter smile! 20170408T090000 20170408T130000 +39.197331;-96.616368 Manhattan Area Technical College @ 3136 Dickens Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Give Kids A Smile Day free ai1ec-3482@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community An Adult Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, April 8th at Wilson Baseball Field at City Park.  $10 in advance/$15 at the event.  Over 1,000 eggs filled with prizes, candy and more!  Prizes include Ipad Mini, Royals Tickets, K-State Football Tickets, and Gift Cards to Local Businesses.  Check-in opens at 7:00 pm.  Hunt begins at 8:00 pm.  Tickets available at Bowen Family Dentistry, CSL Plasma, Midwest Regional Airport (Wamego), or Wahoo Fire & Ice Grill. BYO flashlight.   Proceeds support P.E. O. Chapter JW. 20170408T190000 +39.183042;-96.573944 Wilson Baseball Field City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Adult Easter Egg Hunt free 1 ai1ec-3480@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Come hear Manhattan’s Community Big Band play great music of the big bands: Tod Kerstetter on Clarinet with Artie Shaw’s “Temptation” “Georgia on My Mind” with Nate McClendon on Alto Sax.  How about a Big Band version of Dave Brubeck’s “Take Five.”  Vocalists Patricia Thompson and Peter Paukstelis will duet on “I Won’t Dance.”  There’s lots more.  Don’t miss it.  K-State Wesley is where they rehearse so this a benefit to help with utilities.  This event will be held at the College Avenue United Methodist Church on Sunday, April 9th at 7:00 pm. 20170409T190000 +39.197426;-96.598964 Methodist Church @ 1609 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Thundering Cats Big Band free 1 ai1ec-3463@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Become a Homeowner!  Attend an orientation to find out if you’re eligible to purchase a home from Manhattan Habitat for Humanity on Monday, April 10th, 7:00 pm, at the Manhattan Public Library.  You may be eligible if you: Have a need for adequate housing; Have a steady income and fall within the income guidelines; are willing to contribute sweat equity hours; can make regular mortgage payments on an affordable loan; and you reside in Riley or Pottawatomie counties.  If you are interested in becoming a Habitat homeowner, you must attend one of our orientation sessions to receive an application.  To learn more, visit http://mahfh.org/ 20170410T190000 +39.178959;-96.566167 Manhattan Public Library @ 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Homeowner Orientation free 1 ai1ec-3475@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community An Easter Family Fun Day will be held on Saturday, April 15th from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm.  The Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt will be at 10:00 am followed by the Family Fun Day in Wefald Pavilion – City Park.  There will be a free Pancake Feed, Carnival Games, Bounce House and a Live DJ.  A $500 Cash Money Drop will be held for ages 9-14 at 10:30 am. 20170415T100000 20170415T123000 +39.183042;-96.573944 Wefald Pavilion, City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Easter Family Fun Day free ai1ec-3443@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Nearly two billion people lack access to safe water, and the Rotaract Club wants to make a difference.  Come on out to the KSU Rotaract Club Manhattan Walk for Water benefiting Water Mission at 10:00 am, on Saturday, April 15th at Kansas State University Bosco Plaza.  Rotaract is a Rotary club partner for young leaders ages 18-30 that promotes leadership and service.  Registration is now open.  Funds raised will benefit Water Mission, a nonprofit Christian engineering organization that builds safe water solutions in developing countries and disaster areas.  To sign up or make a donation, please go to http://www.ksurotaract.com/walk-for-water/or call 402-490-1879. 20170415T100000 +39.183608;-96.571669 Kansas State University Bosco Plaza @ Manhattan, KS, USA 0 Walk for Water free 1 ai1ec-3497@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Kaw Blue Lodge #107 BBQ will be held on Saturday, April 15th at the O’Reilly Auto Parts Store from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Spare Ribs, Brauts, and Hot Links will be served.  For more information contact WM Sidney Payne at 785-580-8574 or PM Bob Harris at 785-375-6571. 20170415T110000 20170415T170000 +39.174516;-96.567537 O'Reilly Auto Parts Store @ 700 Fort Riley Blvd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Kaw Blue Lodge BBQ free ai1ec-3485@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The City of Manhattan and Manhattan Housing Authority will host the 2017 Fair Housing Seminar on April 18th at Fire Station Headquarters.  Space is limited.  Pre-register by 5 pm April 14th online or by calling 785-587-2412.  The agenda for the day is: 7:30-8:00 am: Registration; 8:05-9:00 am: “Educational and Advocating for Student Tenants”; 9:05-10:05 am; “Rental Registration Program”; 10:25 am – 12:14 pm: “Kansas Residential Landlord and Tenant Act/Service Animals”. 20170418T073000 20170418T123000 +39.204676;-96.584911 Fire Station Headquarters @ 2000 Denison Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Fair Housing Seminar free ai1ec-3564@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Columbian Theatre, Museum and Art Center will have an Opening Reception for the new “Art of Healing” exhibit on Wednesday, April 19th, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm with remarks at 5:00 pm.  Refreshments will be served. 20170419T160000 20170419T180000 +39.20256;-96.305438 Columbian Theatre @ 511 Lincoln Ave, Wamego, KS 66547, USA 0 Art of Healing Exhibit free ai1ec-3567@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community MHS Performing Arts and Thespian Troupe #941 will present the suspenseful mystery: Rehearsal For Murder on April 19th, 20th and 21st at 7:00 pm at the MHSW, Rezac Auditorium.  Students: $4; Adults $5. 20170419T190000 20170421T220000 +39.179595;-96.588039 Manhattan High School @ 2000 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Rehearsal For Murder free ai1ec-3575@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community   There will be a Biscuits & Gravy Waffles & Fruit Breakfast on Saturday, April 22nd from 7:30 am to noon at the College Avenue UMC.  Adults: $6.00 – Children (4-12): $3.00.  Ticket proceeds benefit Ogden Friendship House.  A Silent Auction will benefit CAUMC missions.  For more information call 785-539-4191 or caumcmanhattan.org. 20170422T073000 20170422T120000 +39.197417;-96.599004 College Avenue UMC @ 1609 College Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Biscuits & Waffles free ai1ec-3341@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The 3rd Annual Wildcat Warrior 5K will be held on Saturday, April 22nd at the General Richard B Myers Hall, Kansas State University.  Registration: 8:00 am.  5K Start: 9:00 am. Fun Run Start: 10:00 am.  $30 – 5K/ghost Runners; $25 — Per Team Participant (4 runners per team); $15 — Fun Run (1 Mile).  For more information go to http://manhattanrunnigco.com/event/wildcat-warrior-5k-2/.  Register by April 1st to be guaranteed a t-shirt.  All proceeds from the Wildcat Warrior 5K will go to improving the William Grimm Memorial. 20170422T080000 +39.197444;-96.584725 Gen Richard B Myers Hall @ Manhattan, KS 66506, USA 0 3rd Annual Wildcat Warrior 5K free 1 ai1ec-3470@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Local Masonic Lodges are hosting two free cancer screening events on Saturday, April 22nd.  The first one is from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at 621 Humboldt Street in Manhattan and the second is from 2:00 to 5:00 pm at 519 Lincoln Avenue in Wamego.  The screenings are free and open to the public.  The events include skin and prostate screenings as well as Screen-to-Save colon cancer risk assessments – with free home screening kits for those who qualify.  In addition, bone density tests and facial sun damage assessments will be available, along with mammography services from Diagnostic Imaging Services.  Mammography services may incur a fee.  For more information call 913-945-7533 or llong2@kumc.edu. 20170422T090000 20170422T120000 +39.180238;-96.566012 Masonic Lodge @ 621 Humboldt St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Cancer Screening free ai1ec-3613@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Irwin Army Community Hospital will host a Summer Safety Day event Friday, May 19th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in front of IACH’S main entrance near the flagpole.  This event is to promote spring and summer safety for soldiers, families, veterans, civilian employees and local community.  Visitors are encouraged to access the public parking structure through the lower levels during the event.  IACH Summer Safety Day is free and open to the public.  Lunch is available for purchase. 20170519T090000 20170519T150000 +39.083271;-96.768549 IACH @ 650 Huebner Rd, Fort Riley, KS 66442, USA 0 Summer Safety Day free ai1ec-3618@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band under the direction of Dr. Frank Tracz will begin its 97th Season by presenting two Memorial Day Concerts.  The morning concert will be held at Sunset Cemetery in conjunction with the American Legion Post 17 Memorial Day Program beginning at 9:30 am.  The evening concert will be held at City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell at 7:30 pm.  The concerts will consist of the traditional marches “National Emblem”, “Semper Fidelis” and “Stars and Stripes Forever”, and “Armed Forces Salute” which honors each branch of the United States Military.  The evening concert will feature vocalist John Richard performing “God Bless the USA”.  The concerts are free and open to the public. 20170529T093000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Memorial Day Concerts free 1 ai1ec-3600@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Ft. Riley-Manhattan will honor fallen veterans and their loved ones on Monday, May 29th at 11:00 am at 5181 Wildcat Creek Road, (near the Manhattan Airport).  this year’s program will feature guest speaker Robert Boyd, Jr., the Little Apple Chorus and the Kansas Territorial Pipes and Drums.  Please bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on as seating usually fills up quickly.  This event, as always, is free and open to the public. 20170529T110000 +39.135381;-96.684902 Kansas Veterans Cemetery @ 5181 Wildcat Creek Rd, Manhattan, KS 66503, USA 0 Memorial Day Service free 1 ai1ec-3625@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The annual Memorial Day ceremony at Fort Riley takes place on Monday, May 29th at 11:40 am at the Post Cemetery.  The observance honors the men and women who died while serving in our country’s armed forces.  Fort Riley and 1st Infantry Division Acting Senior Commander Brig. Gen. Patrick Frank will provide remarks.  The ceremony is open to the public; however, those without a Department of Defense ID card need to arrive early at the Henry Gate visitor control center (Exit 301 of I-70) to obtain a pass to the installation. 20170529T114000 +39.110058;-96.809977 Post Cemetery @ Fort Riley, KS 66442, USA 0 Fort Riley Memorial Day Observance free 1 ai1ec-3631@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Arts in the Park concert series begins tonight with Jessica Paige, folk singer and former American Idol contestant.  Concert starts at 8:00 pm at the Larry Norvell Band Shell in City Park.  This is a free event. 20170602T200000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Arts in the Park free 1 ai1ec-3629@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community It is the tradition of the Great Plains Society of American Foresters to offer their blessings to Habitat for Humanity families by sponsoring the cost and planting of trees at new Habitat for Humanity home sites.  On Saturday, June 3rd, at 2:00 pm, members of Great Plains Society of American Foresters (GPSAF) will lead a tree planting ceremony at the Habitat for Humanity home of Ernest and Kayla Wilhoite, at 1026 Yuma.  A butterfly magnolia, has been selected by the Wilhoite’s to be planted in the back yard. 20170603T140000 +39.175563;-96.573049 Habitat Home @ 1026 Yuma St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Tree Planting Ceremony free 1 ai1ec-3630@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band under the direction of Dr. Frank Tracz will present its weekly concert Tuesday, June 6th at City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell at 7:30 pm.  The concert will include “Mancini Magic” a medley of songs from composer Henry Mancini and “Those Fabulous 60’s” featuring classic hits from the 1960’s.  The weekly concerts are free and open to the public. 20170606T193000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Manhattan Municipal Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-3590@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Kandango is 3 1/2 days of bicycle rides on the back roads of Kansas.  It originated in 2013, as a tour through the Flint and Smoky Hills regions of Kansas.  Its central themes are to ride the road less traveled (but far more interesting), take the time to explore the pass-through communities and see the local attractions during the ride.  The 2017 event is June 8-11.  Paved and gravel routes from Manhattan are available each day.  Camping and lodging packages in Manhattan are available.  For more information go to www.ridekandango.com. 20170608T070000 +39.176183;-96.56023 Blue Earth Plaza @ Colorado St & S 3rd St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Kandango free 1 ai1ec-3646@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Blue Valley Memorial United Methodist Church, 835 Church Avenue, will behaving a Harvester’s Food Drop on Friday, June 9th from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. 20170609T163000 20170609T173000 +39.210184;-96.572334 Blue Valley Memorial Methodist Church @ 835 Church Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Harvester’s Food Drop free ai1ec-3632@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Arts in the Park free summer concert on Friday, June 9th, will be Billy McGuigan, energetic rock and jazz musician. The concert starts at 8:00 pm at the Larry Novell Band Shell in City Park. 20170609T200000 20170609T210000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Arts in the Park free ai1ec-3617@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Paxico Sacred Heart Parish will have a Chicken Dinner on Sunday, June 11th from 12:00 to 3:30 pm with Buffet Style Serving.  Mass will be at 10:30 am.  They will also have Bingo/Games/Raffles and a Silent Auction at the dinner.  Adults – $10.00; Ages 5 thru 12 – $4.00 and Ages 4 and under – FREE.  This event will be held at the Parish Hall located 1 1/2 miles north of Paxico. 20170611T120000 20170611T153000 +39.084721;-96.175272 Sacred Heart Parish @ Newbury, KS 66526, USA 0 Chicken Dinner free ai1ec-3647@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band will present its weekly concert Tuesday, June 13th at the City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell at 7:30 pm.  Xylophone soloist Jack Donovan will perform “Xylophonia” and will be joined by Brandon Adams and Jay Koupal for “Serenade for a Picket Fence”.  A concert highlight will be the combined performance of the Municipal Band and the 200 students attending the KSU Summer Music Camp.  The combined groups will perform “A March” and “Ode To Joy”.  The weekly concerts are free and open to the public. 20170613T193000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Municipal Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-3650@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Arts in the Park concert for Friday, June 16th will the The Railspliters, bluegrass and Americana band.  The concert will start at 8:00 pm at the Larry Norvell Band Shell in City Park. 20170616T200000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Arts in the Park free 1 ai1ec-3602@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Manhattan, Kansas 28th Annual Juneteenth Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 17th in Manhattan City Park.  10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Non-food vendor & community organization information booths & tables; 11:00 am – 12:00 pm – Proclamation & Community Unity Walk around City Park. Free T-shirts to the first 100 participants (line up beginning at 10:30 am); 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Grilling Contest;  2:00-3:30 pm – Kids’ Bike Rodeo & Race; 3:30-4:30 – Car Wash Contest; 4:00-8:00 pm Food truck vendors; 4:30-6:30 pm – Talent Show, Comedian & K.C. Steppin’ – Main Stage; 7:00-9:00 pm – Featured Entertainment – Main Stage, Betty O. 20170617T100000 20170617T210000 +39.183042;-96.573944 Manhattan City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Juneteenth Celebration free ai1ec-3682@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Manhattan Municipal Band conducted by Dr. Frank Tracz will present its weekly concert Tuesday, June 20th at City Park’s Larry Norvell Band Shell at 7:30 pm.  The concert will include movie themes from “James Bond”, “Star Wars”, and “Star Trek”.  Also featured will be horn soloist Chris Miertschin performing “Stardust”.  The weekly concerts are free and open to the public. 20170620T193000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Municipal Band Concert free 1 ai1ec-3694@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Riley County Health Department will be at the Riley County Senior Service Center from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm on Wednesday, June 21st to provide Tdap vaccinations free of charge.  No need to sign up.  Just walk in any time between 8:30 am and 3:00 pm.  Protect yourself and your children from Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria. 20170621T083000 20170621T150000 +39.181552;-96.561886 Senior Center @ 301 N 4th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Free Tdap Vaccinations free ai1ec-3681@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Arts in the Park concert for Friday, June 23rd, will be Not a Planet, a Kansas City-based rock-n-roll band beginning at 8:00 pm at the Larry Norvell Band Shell in City Park. 20170623T200000 +39.183042;-96.573944 City Park @ 1101 Fremont St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Arts in the Park free 1 ai1ec-3651@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Little Apple Roller Bombers will have a recruitment night on Wednesday, June 28th at the Armory in Manhattan from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.  Men and women 18 and over are welcome.  Check their Facebook page for more information. 20170628T183000 20170628T200000 +39.194783;-96.544603 Armory @ 711 Levee Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Little Apple Roller Bombers free ai1ec-3684@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community The Randolph United Methodist Church will have a Homemade Ice Cream Social on Saturday, July 1st on the Randolph Church Lawn.  Serving begins at 11:00 am and ends when the freezers are empty.  Many fun flavors of homemade ice cream, numerous homemade pies, and ham sandwiches.  Everyone welcome! 20170701T110000 +39.431749;-96.761774 Randolph Methodist Church @ 105 E Garrison St, Randolph, KS 66554, USA 0 Ice Cream Social free 1 ai1ec-3680@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community American Legion Riders Post 17 Independence Day Celebration, Raising Awareness for Veterans Suicide, will be held on Sunday, July 2nd from 4:00 to 9:00 pm at the American Legion Post #17.  Bike Show registration begins at 4:00 pm.  Registration Fee is $10.  Judging begins at 5:00 with the Awards Presentation at 8:00.  All makes are welcome.  Awards will be given for Best in Show; Best Metric; Best Paint; People’s Choice; Best Cruiser and Best Touring.  They will also have a Silent Auction, Gun Raffle, Beer Garden Food, Vendors, Music and Fireworks.  Entertainment by Michael B.  This will be a Family Fun event.  Partial proceeds will support Veterans Suicide Organizations. 20170702T160000 20170702T210000 +39.188737;-96.557681 American Legion Post #17 @ 114 McCall Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA 0 Raising Awareness for Veterans Suicide free ai1ec-3693@manhattanbroadcasting.com 20170624T212739Z MBC Community Celebrate Freedom in Wamego 2017 – the #1 Ranked Fireworks Display in Kansas will be held on Tuesday, July 4th at the Wamego Recreation Complex – Fireworks are shot across 4 ball fields beginning at 9:50 pm to 10:30 pm.  Arriving between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm is recommended to find a good spot to enjoy the show.  Sit back and relax, while the sun sets and enjoy some musical entertainment provided by the band Departure at the Wamego Recreation Complex.  In addition to the Fireworks Show, Wamego welcomes visitors to the 4th of July carnival, parade, car show and musical entertainment.  For more information regarding parking and event details, visit www.visitWamego.com. 20170704T215000 20170704T223000 +39.204374;-96.295784 Wamego Recreation Complex @ Balderson Blvd, Wamego, KS 66547, USA 0 Wamego Fireworks free