Welcome everyone to this week’s Wichita Weekly Update where I give you a rundown of the recent local news, some fun facts about Wichita and upcoming events over the next week. Today is Tuesday, September 15th.
Wichita News
BigShots is still coming to Wichita
BigShots, the Top Golf competitor, losed on their 22 acre site where the driving range will go in at 29th and Greenwich. Keep in mind this is just 2 miles away from the recently announced TopGolf which will be at 13th and Greenwich.
Torchy’s Tacos Opening in Wichita Kansas
Many people are excited for the opening of Torchy’s Tacos this week. I personally haven’t had it yet, but people have really been talking up this taco chain out of Austin, Texas.
Wichita Schools Offer Food and Vaccination Assistance While Needing Help with Internet Access
Wichita Public Schools are offering food for pickup for local families. Between 5-6PM on Thursday at 12 different locations, five breakfasts and five lunches can be picked up. The Sedgwick County Health Department is offering back-to-school vaccinations as well.
Wichita Public Schools do need help to “Close the homework gap” and are asking for donations to help students meet their computer and wifi needs to complete school work.
Greater Wichita YMCA offers pilot program for high school freshmen learning remotely
For high school freshman learning remotely, the Greater Wichita YMCA has a great offer. This is a free program called Fresh Connect which begins September 21. It takes places week day from 8am to 4pm. Students will have free wifi, tutoring, as well as social and physically activity.
Wichita Fun Fact
Did you know that Mentholatum was discovered by A.A. Hyde in 1894 in the current location of the Spice Merchant & Company building.
You may have used Menthol for its soothing and anti-inflammatory effects.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mentholatum
Wichita Events
Wednesday, September 16
No Buy in Texas Hold Em at the Port of Wichita 7-10PM
https://www.360wichita.com/event/No-Buy-In-Texas-Hold-Em/199771
Thursday, September 17
NXTSTAGE Innovation Showcase
The NXTSTAGE Innovation Showcase is at 4:00PM.
Friday, September 18
Floatin’ on the River – Glow Tour
https://www.visitwichita.com/event/floatin-on-the-river-glow-tour/31497/
The Roaring 20s at Cowtown
https://www.visitwichita.com/event/the-roaring-20s-at-cowtown/31557/
Jam Sessions at Naftzger Park
https://www.visitwichita.com/event/jam-sessions-at-naftzger-park/31558/
Saturday, September 19
Old Town Farm and Art Market
https://www.visitwichita.com/event/old-town-farm-and-art-market/31004/
Sunday, September 20
Originally Open Streets ICT was going to happen on Sunday, but it has been cancelled this week.
Monday, September 21
Jeeps Cycle Club 21st Annual Night Time National – Supercross races and Season Finale to crown Series Champs
https://www.jeepscycleclub.com/supercross.shtml
That’s it for this week’s Wichita Weekly Update. I hope you all have a great week! Let me know if you enjoy these updates and what you would like to hear more about. To join our email list, go to our website wichitalifeict.com, email us at wichitalifeict@gmail.com or message us on any social media!