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City of Wichita District V Newsletter |
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A Message from Council Member
Bryan Frye...
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I'm always surprised when I hear people say "there's nothing to do in Wichita". Just take a quick look around town and you'll find plenty of activities and programs offered by private institutions and public facilities. And now that spring is here there are more choices than ever. For instance, look no farther than how the City of Wichita is serving you every day in so many ways.
In addition to our golf courses, swimming pools, recreation centers and parks, the Park & Recreation department also offers camps and classes throughout the summer. If you need suggestions, the Wichita Park & Recreation Summer Activities Guide will be available online Monday, May 9th and hard copies of the guide will be available at all recreation centers and Dillon's stores beginning Monday May 16th.
And let's not forget about the activities offered by the Wichita Public Library. From reading programs to special events they provide a full calendar of opportunities to stay busy and engaged.
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Pictured with Councilman James Clendenin and Watson Park Train Engineer Bruce Wilson
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So the next time you hear "there's nothing to do in Wichita", visit www.wichita.gov and check out the multiple ways we're helping change that perception. Also check out the rest of this newsletter for upcoming special events and programs happening soon.
Bryan Frye
District V City Council Member
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DAB V Youth Member Claire Hersh
Making a Difference
District V Advisory Board (DAB V) Youth Member, Mayor's Youth Council (MYC) Member and Goddard Eisenhower Student Body President, Claire Hersh, was instrumental in the organizing a day of service last Saturday in Goddard called Neighbors United. Over 550 volunteers, 40 service sites and $20,000 in donations, cleaned up the Goddard community.
So proud to have her on our DAB V and MYC Boards the past two years! This fall she will be attending WSU to pursue a degree in biomedical engineering with a minor in Spanish and political science.
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Wichita District V Facebook Page
Stay up-to-date with news and events in our District.
Click here to visit our Facebook page. Send us a message or request or simply "like" our posts.
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April 29 Final Friday hosted by CityArts
CityArts is hosting the opening of four new exhibits from 6-8 p.m. on Final Friday, April 29, that celebrate the work of artists in the Wichita area.
Admission is free to CityArts' galleries that are open 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. The shows will be on display through May 21. CityArts is located at 334 N. Mead in Old Town Square.
More info...
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OK Kids Day at OJ Watson Park
Saturday, April 30, 9am - Noon
Come enjoy this fun, free family event at OJ Watson Park. The purpose of this event is to get kids outside to enjoy a variety of activities such as fishing, kayaking, archery, snag golf, disc golf, and much, much more! Limited number of free t-shirts and hot dogs will be provided. Prize giveaway at 11:30 with items donated from Dick's Sporting Goods and Academy Sports. Stay after for the Grand Opening of the new Train!!
More info...
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and save money through May 5!
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Old Town
Farmer's Market
Wichita's Front Porch!
Located at 1st & Mosely
Market opens May 7, 2016
7AM to Noon
More info...
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Bring Mom to Botanica for Mother's Day!
There are several ways for you to celebrate mom at Botanica. In addition to the gardens, moms can participate in any of our special treats: Create your own garden art, or get your mom a mimosa to enjoy while you stroll the gardens, eat lunch at Mother's Day Cafe provided by Friends of Botanica. Gallery XII artists will be displaying and selling art in the garden and there will be live music as well.
Visit their
website for more information...
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Free Medicine
Many Americans are not aware that there is free medicine available which can decrease the risk of dying by 19-30%.
This medicine helps prevent Alzheimer's dementia, lowers blood pressure, reduces the risk of osteoporosis, and decreases colon and breast cancer risk. This medicine can be obtained through a doctor's prescription, but is also available "over the counter." What is this wonderful medicine?
WALKING!
If a drug company could sell it, they'd probably name it "Walkitor" and charge an arm and a leg! However it is FREE. Just 30 minutes of exercise daily can bring you these benefits. Even 15 minutes daily is beneficial to you. Walking is an easy way to get exercise in your routine.
Give it a try! You won't find a cheaper medicine on the market!
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2016 Walk at Work Day
Walk at Work Day has been celebrated in Sedgwick County on the third Wednesday in May since 2006. This year the Health & Wellness Coalition of Wichita, along with multiple partner organizations, plan to continue the tradition. Join us on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 as we encourage employees to boost their energy with a walk!
More info...
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Life Happens Here!
From year-round to seasonal events, Downtown is the preferred location for Wichita to celebrate throughout the year. A variety of events cater to the diverse interests of Wichita residents and many visitors from Kansas and throughout the regional area.
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Riverfest 2016 Needs You!
Mark your calendars now for Riverfest 2016 June 3-11 . We will need lots of Volunteers for Button Sellers, Paddle Boats, Kansas Health Foundation RiverRun, Parde, Welcome Centers, and more!
Why should you Volunteer? 
- Volunteers receive a special Collector's Cloisonne Volunteer Pin. Your 'free ticket' to Riverfest
- Special invitation to our Volunteer Appreciation Party
- Build pride in your community
- Connect with 300,000 of your closet friends
- Get to work behind the scenes of the biggest party of the year
- Great team-building for businesses and groups
- Churches and Schools get those volunteer hours all in one session
- Perfect exposure for businesses! Wear your logo apparel and have over 300,000 people see your business
- Pride in the community that you live in!
- Lots of shifts to fit different days and schedules
- First 300 Volunteers get a Free Riverfest Volunteer Shirt
More info and to sign up visit the
Wichita Festivals Volunteer Hub
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WANTED: Teen Volunteers
Every summer the Wichita Public Library provides a great way for teens to learn new skills and receive volunteer time. More than a hundred teenagers are needed to help us with our Summer Reading Program. The volunteer program requires at least a 6-week commitment, and openings are available at all of the Library locations across Wichita.
Visit any Wichita Public Library to learn more or click this link for more information.
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JOBS are here in Wichita!
The Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce is proud to offer a job board with local, Wichita area, jobs only! A free service for job seekers, it will save you the time of searching through dozens of jobs outside of the area. Create a free account here
and you will be automatically signed up for all Wichita area updates and can customize the search further if you wish.
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Check out the latest information on job fairs and training courses. Click here.
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Kellogg/I235 Updates
Stay up-to-date with construction of the improvements to the Kellogg/I235 interchange. KDOT has established and is maintaining a website to keep citizens informed.
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Don't be Left in the Dark!
Help deter crime and keep our communities safe by reporting street light outages. If you notice outages within your neighborhood, fill out this simple form on Westar Energy's website.
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Find out about spring
Park and Recreation classes
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8515 Bekemeyer
Southwest of Central and Maize
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District V Advisory Board and Neighborhood Associations
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The District V Advisory Board meets the first Monday of the month at Fire Station #21 at 2110 N. 135th St W. Wichita, KS 672235. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. For the 2015/16 meeting schedule, click
here.
To find DAB V agendas and minutes click
here.
To see a listing of the meeting schedule for District V's neighborhood associations, click
here
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Become part of the solution and tell us what's on your mind. Visit Activate Wichita today!
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Click here to find up-to-date
information regarding street
maintenance in your area.
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Wichita, KS 67202
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