Topeka Calendar of Events
CONCERTS
SUMMER SUNSET CONCERT SERIES – July 10, 6-9pm, Old Prairie Town, 124 NW Clay. Cost: $2 person, 10 & under free. Featuring: 6pm - Doug Ruth; 7pm - Kyler Carpenter & 8pm - High Falutin. Bring your lawn-chairs & family out to listen to some wonderful local artists performing at their best. For info: John Bell, 368-2437.
AN EVENING WITH GLEN CAMPBELL – July 11, 7pm, Topeka Performing Art Center. Reserved Seating - $59, $49 & $39.
GLORYLAND QUARTET IN CONCERT – July 11, 6pm, Lakeside Baptist Church, 10435 N Parr Street, Silver Lake & July 18, 10:30am, New Hope United Methodist Church, 2915 SE 8th Ave.
MARSHALL'S CIVIC BAND IN CONCERT – July 11, 7:30pm, Gage Park Amphitheater. There is bench seating, but patrons can bring lawn chairs. For info: 369-2449; rcathey@topeka.org.
TOPEKA JAZZ WORKSHOP IN CONCERT – July 18, 7:30pm, Gage Park Amphitheater. There is bench seating, but patrons can bring lawn chairs. For info: 369-2449; rcathey@topeka.org.
"PHILMONT” IN CONCERT – July 19, 6:30pm doors open, Grace Community Church, 4300 SW Burlingame. Local hip-hop fusion band Sound Origin will open. Tickets: $7 or $5 for groups of 20 or more if purchased by July 18. For tickets: Louie, 267-6203 or frstcor916@aol.com.
GORDON MOTE IN CONCERT – July 25, 6pm (doors open at 5pm), Grace Community Church, 310 E 8th Street – East US Highway 56, Overbrook. Gordon Mote is pianist for the Gaither Vocal Band. Also appearing: Dusty Workman & Grace Community Church Praise Band. Tickets: $10 each. For info or tickets: 665-7117; www.gccinoverbrook.com. Tickets will also be available at the door on a first-come-first-served basis.
TOPEKA SANTA FE BAND IN CONCERT – July 25, 7:30pm, Gage Park Amphitheater. There is bench seating, but patrons can bring lawn chairs. For info: 369-2449; rcathey@topeka.org.
EXCEPTIONS IN CONCERT – July 31, 7pm, Hummer Sports Park, 2751 SW East Circle Dr. Cost: $3 for singles; $5 for 2 (date night); kids 5 & under are free! Free parking on the east side of the Football stadium, bleacher seating & concessions available. Hot rod show precedes the music event. For info: 295-3750.
JUDY CODER & COWGIRL SWING – Aug. 1, 2pm, Seaman Congregational Church, 2036 NW Taylor. Tickets available at the door: Adults $10; Kids $5 ages 5-12. Food Sale starts at Noon: Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hotdogs, chili dogs, chips, drinks, pies, cakes, all priced individually. For info: 354-8777.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOUR – Oct. 24, Kansas Expocentre. Michael W. Smith, TobyMac, Third Day, & Max Lucado. Tickets on sale now at Kansas Expocentre & all Ticketmaster outlets & ticketmaster.com. For info: ksexpo.com; 297-1000 or 800-745-1000.
SPECIAL CHURCH EVENTS
EXPOSITION, BENEDICTION AND DIVINE MERCY HOLY HOUR – July 11, 3pm, St. Joseph's Church, 3rd & VanBuren. Fellowship will follow. For info: 246-1338.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL – July 12-16, First Southern Baptist Church, 1912 SW Gage. Saddle up for VBS & Saddle Ridge Ranch. For info: 272-0443.
AN EVENING OF WORSHIP WITH DARRELL EVANS – July 16, 7:30pm, LifePoint Church, 200 SW 30th St. For Free Tickets: 608-4982. For info: Lifepointtopeka.com.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL – July 19-23, 6-8:30pm, Bethel Baptist Church, 4011 N. Kansas Ave. For children 4 yrs old thru those who have completed 6th grade. For info: 286-0467.
SUMMIT SERVICE – July 23, 8:30pm, Light of the World, Interstate 470 & Gage. The Summit is a young adult ministry for college age students 18-29 singles & couples. Our service will be geared toward young adults with awesome worship & an impacting message from the Bible. For info: www.thesummit.lotwcc.org, or email Shane@lotwcc.org or call 271-1010.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL – July 25-29, Western Hills Baptist Church, 2900 SW Auburn Rd. Saddle up for VBS & Saddle Ridge Ranch. For info: 478-3083.
SONROCK KIDS CAMP – July 26-30, 8:30-11:40am, Wanamaker Woods Nazarene Church, 3501 SW Wanamaker Rd. For children 4 yrs thru 6th grade. VBS Program & Picnic, Aug. 1, 11am. To register: Shannon, 354-1654. For info: Kathy, 273-2248.
LARRY DELAWDER, BARNEY FIFE IMPERSONATOR – Aug. 22, 7pm, Holidome, 6th & Fairlawn. DeLawder is also a renowned harmonica player who has been nominated seven years for the “Singing News Fan Awards” as Instrumentalist of the Year & was nominated & received the “Hearts Aflame” award for Instrumentalist of the Year. A freewill offering will be taken. For info: www.larrydelawder.com.
HOLY SPIRIT FEST – Sep. 4, 2-9pm, 408 Jackson. Bring your lawn chairs for this FREE outdoor event. Many worship teams & speakers; Revival focused. For info: 608-8102.
SEMINARS & CONFERENCES
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT SIMULCAST – Aug. 5 & 6, Topeka First Assembly Church, 27th & Topeka Blvd. Effective leaders are the agents of transformation. They call out what's wrong, set goals, launch initiatives, motivate, challenge, & move people. Pastors, teachers, business leaders, law enforcement officials, politicians, musicians, athletes, & others are answering the call & choosing to lead where they are to make a lasting difference. Learn from some of the most effective & innovative leaders in America today. Global Leadership Summit takes place at Willow Creek in Chicago & is fed by satellite to locations all over the world. Speakers will include Bill Hybels, T.D. Jakes, Christine Cain, Jack Welch, Andy Stanley, Tony Dungy, Terri Kelly, Adam Hamilton & Jeff Manion. For info: 234-5555, or visit www.willowcreek.com/summit.
MEN'S CONFERENCE – Sep. 25, 8:30am-4:55pm, Harmony Vineyard Church, 600 NE 46th St., KCMO. Iron Sharpens Iron is a one-day equipping conference for men. Featuring 2 keynote speakers, leaders in ministry to men, & 16 different seminars specifically for men on issues relevant to men. For info: 913-839-1643.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS
CAPITAL MID-WEEK FARMER'S MARKET – Every Wed., 8:30am-1pm, 10th & Jackson (south side of Statehouse.) Include locally grown on your shopping list. For info: 296-8060.
TOPCITY THURSDAYS – Downtown Businesses have agreed to stay open until at least 8pm on Thursday nights! Come or stay after work to shop & eat. There are plans to have different things going on along the avenue!
TOPEKA FARMERS MARKET – Every Sat. 7am-12pm, 11th & Harrison in downtown Topeka. For info: 249-4704.
"U.S. ARMED FORCES AROUND THE WORLD" EXHIBIT – Thru July 11, Fink Exhibit Gallery at the Great Overland Station, 701 N. Kansas Ave. It is a colorful & sometimes moving display that encompasses World War II on up through today's conflicts. Railroad museum, education center & All-Veterans Memorial. Open: Tue.-Sat., 10am-4pm; Sun., 1-4pm. For info: 232-5533; www.greatoverlandstation.com.
JOHN BROWN PHOTO EXHIBIT – Thru July 31, 8am-5pm. Mon.-Fri. & 9am-4:30pm Sat., Kansas Historical Society, 6425 SW 6th Ave. Free adm. For info: 272.8681; www.kshs.org.
COW APPRECIATION DAY – July 9. Prove you're no chicken & visit your local Chick-fil-A fully dressed like a cow & receive a FREE Chick-fil-A Meal in celebration of the Cows' favorite holiday.
THREE PART EDUCATIONAL SERIES – July 9-Reverse Mortgages; July 16-Scams & Identity Theft; July 23-Tenant/Landlord Issues, 1-2pm, Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, 2910 SW Topeka Blvd. Free to the public. For info or to register: Vanessa, 235-1367 or email info@jhawkaaa.org.
CANDIDATE TRAINING – July 10, 9am-5pm, American Majority office, 212 SW 8th St. Candidates will receive individual communications training & a guidebook full of material to supplement the campaign process. Cost: $40 per candidate & $20 for each additional attendee (spouse, campaign staff, campaign volunteers, etc). Lunch is included. Space is limited so please pre-register early at http://americanmajority.org/events/topeka-ks-candidate-training/.
5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF BARK PARK – July 11, 1-3pm, Bark Park at Gage Park. Please join us for free hot dogs to celebrate the 5 year anniversary of the Bark Park.
IMMIGRATION LAW ENFORCEMENT RALLY – July 13, 7-9pm, MidAmerica Nazarine University at the Bell Center, 2030 E. College Way, Olathe. Featuring: Kris Kobach, candidate for Kansas Secretary of State, & Sheriff Joe Arpaio of Maricopa County, Arizona to Kansas City.
FIESTA MEXICANA – July 13-17. Fiesta Parade on Kansas Ave. July 9.
“VOTE PRO-LIFE” BREAKFAST – July 14, 7am, Ritz-Charles, 137th & Antioch, Overland Park. Kansans for Life’s regional breakfast. Abby Johnson, former clinic director for Planned Parenthood, will speak. Enjoy a continental breakfast, Pick up voter guides, bumper stickers & yard signs. Meet Candidates – Sign up for the Vote-Pro-Life Brigade. Cost: Free. Singles or tables of 8; Reservations Required.
2010 UPWARD SOCCER – Wanamaker Woods Nazarene Church, 3501 SW Wanamaker Rd. Reg. & Sizing Dates: July 15, 6-8pm; July 17, 10am-Noon & July 29, 6-8pm. Meet the Coach Picnic & Team Evaluations: Aug. 7, 10am-1pm
Practices begin Aug. 9. First game is Aug. 21. For info: 273-2248, wwnaz.org, or sports@wwnaz.org.
KIDS SUMMER FILM SERIES – July 16, 2-4pm, "The Princess and the Frog," a G-rated, Oscar-nominated, Disney animated feature film; & July 23, 2-4pm,"Up," is rated PG for some peril & action. This Disney/Pixar movie won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film & was nominated for Best Motion Picture. Topeka Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 SW 10th St. Admission Free. For info: 580-4400; www.tscpl.org.
CLOTHING EXCHANGE – July 17, 9am-3pm & July 24, 2-5pm, Topeka Free Methodist Church, 3450 SE Indiana Ave. For info: 266-6610.
YMCA SUMMER RUGBY CAMP – July 19-23, 7:30am-5:30pm. For 2nd-8th grade. Offensive & Defensive Techniques & strategies, Conditioning, Swimming, Flag Rugby scrimmages to teach the flow of the game, Friday ALL day Activity. Cost: $75 Members & $95 Non Members. Pre-Registration required by July 12 to avoid $20 late fee. For info: Dennis Reedy, 233-9815.
STAR WARS AT THE GREAT OVERLAND "SPACE" STATION – July 20-Oct. 10, Great Overland Station, 701 N. Kansas Ave. The 70th Explorers Garrison of the 501st Legion will display hundreds of collectible toys, posters & other items, creating a dazzling Star Wars atmosphere in the Fink Exhibit Gallery. A fantastic exhibit for kids of all ages! For info: 232-5533; www.greatoverlandstation.com.
THE MUSICAL “MY SON PINOCCHIO” – July 23-Aug. 1, Helen Hocker Theater. A new & enchanting take on the classic tale of an aging toymaker & his puppet-Pinocchio. This is a family friendly musical appropriate for all audiences & is a magical mix of heart warming fairytale & action-packed adventure! Evening & matinee shows available. Tickets go on sale July 6. For info: 368-0191.
CHILDREN'S MOVIE FELLOWSHIP – July 24, 4-6pm Topeka Free Methodist Church, 3450 SE Indiana Ave. We will show the movie "Prince of Egypt" with popcorn & pop. For info: 266-6610.
LET'S HELP CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT – Aug. 6, 8am Shotgun Start, Lake Shawnee Golf Course. For Reg. & Sponsorship Opportunities: 234-6208; www.letshelpinc.org.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME – Aug. 7. For info: 266-4606.
NATIONAL BIBLE BEE – Aug. 28, 9am, RedBridge Church of Christ, 101 W. RedBridge Rd., KCMO. Over $250,000 in prize money! To Register for this Qualifying Local Bee: www.BibleBee.org. For info: Jane, 913-488-3477 or BibleBeeKC@yahoo.com.
MARIAN CLINIC 22ND ANNIVERSARY – Sep. 26, 3pm (doors open at 2:15pm), White Concert Hall, 17th & Jewell Ave. Celebrate 22 years of service to the mission of “revealing God’s healing love…to those who are poor & vulnerable.” A performance by the Fountain City Brass Band, reigning North American & U.S. Open Brass Band Champions. Cost: free & open to the public. No tickets needed. A free will offering collected during the concert will help support “healthier lives for the uninsured.”
FAMILY-FRIENDLY DESTINATIONS
CARS EXHIBIT EXPLORES THE NEED FOR SPEED IN KANSAS – Thru Nov. 28, 2010, Kansas Historical Society, 6425 SW 6th Ave. For info: 272-8681, Bobbie Athon ext. 262; bathon@kshs.org or Teresa Jenkins ext. 263; tjenkins@kshs.org. Tue.-Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun., 1–5pm.
BROWN V. BOARD NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE – Daily, 9am–5pm, 1515 SE Monroe. Located in the former all-black Monroe School. Free adm. For info: 354-4273; www.nps.gov/brvb/.
CEDAR CREST, the official residence of the KS Governor – Mon., 1pm-3pm, with tours on the half hour, 1 SW Cedar Crest Rd. Free adm. For info: 296-3636.
CHILDREN’S STORYTIME AT BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSELLERS – 2nd Wed., 10am, 6130 SW 17th St. Presented by The Topeka Zoo and Friends of the Zoo. Children will hear a story and conservation message, plus do a fun craft & it is free to the public. For info: Mike Coker 368-9180; 806-0224.
COMBAT AIR MUSEUM – Mon.-Sat., 9:30am-4:30pm; Sun. noon–4:30pm, Hanger 602, Forbes Field. For info: 862-3303; www.combatairmusem.org.
CURTIS HOUSE MUSEUM – Every Sat., 11am-3pm; by appointment other times, 1101 SW Topeka Blvd. Former mansion of Charles Curtis, 31st Vice President of the US, and the only one of American Indian heritage. Cost $5. For info: 357-1371; 597-5380.
CONSTITUTION HALL – Wed.-Sat., 9am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm, National Landmark, Kansas State Historic Site, Civil War History: Famous Lecompton Constitution, 319 Elmore, Lecompton. For info: 887-6520; consthall@kshs.org; www.lecomptonkansas.com.
TERRITORIAL CAPITAL MUSEUM – Wed.-Sat., 11am-4pm; Sun., 1-5pm, National Register Site, 3 floors of Civil War and Victorian Artifacts, President Eisenhower's parents’ marriage site: 640 E. Woodson Ave., Lecompton. For info: 887-6148; lanemuseum@aol.com; www.lecomptonkansas.com.
HISTORIC RITCHIE HOUSE – Tour the oldest remaining home in Topeka (built 1856-57). 1116 Madison. Admission is free.
KANSAS NATIONAL GUARD MUSEUM – Forbes Field. For hours & info: 862-1020.
KANSAS STATE CAPITOL – Mon.-Fri., 8am–5pm, SW 10th & Jackson St. Tours provided. For info: 296-3966; www.kshs.org/places/capitol.
LAWRENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY – 707 Vermont, Lawrence. Thurs., 4-5pm: Gaming Tourneys, featuring board games, electronic games, trading games, & snacks. For info: 843-3833.
OLD PRAIRIE TOWN – 1st & Clay, Topeka. Open Mon.-Sat., 10am-4pm; Sun. 12-4pm. Daily guided tours: M-F 10am, noon & 2pm; Sat. & Sun. noon & 2pm. For info: 368-2441.
ROEBKE HOUSE MUSEUM – 216 New York, Holton. For info: 364-4991.
TOPEKA/SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY – 1515 SW 10th St. Mon.-Fri., 9am-9pm, Sat., 9am-6pm, Sun., 12-9pm. For info: 580-4400.
TOPEKA ZOO – Gage Blvd between 6th & 10th St. Zoo hours 9am-5pm. Birthday Parties available -- choose from two separate party packages; parties last two hours. For info: 368-9137.
WELCOME TO BARNES – A small Historic Town in NE Kansas & home of “Our Daily Bread Bake Shoppe & Bistro,” “The Barnes Mercantile” & “The Barnes State Bank Museum & Always Christmas Shoppe.” For info: www.barnesks.net/Index.html.
FINE ART
"SPIRIT OF WATERCOLOR" ANNUAL EXHIBIT – Thru July 17, Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm & Sat. 1-4pm, The Manhattan Arts Center Watercolor Studio, 1520 Poyntz Ave. Landscape, still life & floral paintings. Free & open to the public.
“BLUE RIBBON PHOTOGRAPHY” – Thru July 31, The Upstage Gallery, 720 SW Jackson - Historic Jayhawk Theater. Featuring photography of Doug Bueler & Steve McKinley; fine art photography of Rachel Burton; & beautiful wood sculptures from Christopher Sudduth. Also featuring local artists: Freestate Glass, Richard Nelson, Beth Cain, Patricia Kovulchuk & Heidi Wise. For info: www.artsconnecttopeka.org.
“MONOCHROMATIC MOODS" – Thru July 31, Wed.-Sat. 11am-5pm, The Topeka Art Guild & Gallery, 5331 SW 22nd Place in Fairlawn Plaza. Also featuring June Artist of the Month: Randy Temple -Textile/Mixed Media “Fiber Art that depicts nature with an abstract view point and use of bright colors.” For info: 273-7646; www.topekaartguild.org.
FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK – 1st Friday of every month at various galleries around Topeka. For info: www.artsconnecttopeka.org.
BEAUCHAMP’S GALLERY -- 3113 SW Huntoon. For info: Bob Swain, 233-0300; beauchampsart@cox.net.
"ART WALK AT THE TV UP DOWN GALLERY!" – First Friday of every month, TV Up Down Gallery, 909 ½ S. Kansas Ave. "Art, Music, and More!"
ALICE C. SABATINI GALLERY – at the Topeka/Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 SW 10th, Topeka.
BEACH MUSEUM OF ART – 701 Beach Lane, Kansas State University, Manhattan. For info: 532-7718.
MULVANE ART MUSEUM – at Washburn University. Free admission and open to the public. For info and hours: 670-1124.
SIGNS OF LIFE GALLERY – 722 Massachusetts St., Lawrence. Topeka artist Justin Marable. For info: 830-8030; www.SignsofLifeGallery.com.
SOUTHWIND GALLERY – 3074 SW 29th Street, Topeka.
STRECKER-NELSON GALLERY – 406 1/2 Poyntz, Manhattan. For info: 537-2099.
MEETINGS & CLASSES
D.A.R.E. SUMMER EDUCATION & RECREATION CAMP – Thru July 30, Highland Park High School, 26th & California. For 5th-7th graders. Sponsored by the Neighborhood Academic & Athletic Association INC. For info: 368-2200.
YOUTH SUMMER ADVENTURE – July & August, Manhattan Arts Center, 1520 Poyntz Ave. There will be classes for students entering grades 1-6 this fall, with clay, drawing, painting, theatre & more from Morocco & China to Russia & Italy. For info: 537-4420.
1 OF 300 MEN OF FAITH – Every Tue., 7-8pm. July 13, Victory Tabernacle, 2622 SE 6th Ave.; July 20, Gethsemane COGIC, 1404 N Kansas Ave.; July 27, Faith Family Life Center, 3710 NW Topeka Blvd. Non-denominational prayer for the community. For info: Rev. Watson, 232-5754.
CAPITAL CITY CHRISTIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (C5) LUNCHEON – July 8, 11:30am-1pm, HyVee Meeting Hall, 29th & Wanamaker. This patriotic-themed luncheon will feature Kris Kobach speaking about the faith of our Founding Fathers & its influence on our founding documents, and why it’s important to our businesses & families. Cost: $10 for C5 members & 1st guest; $12 for non-members & other guests. Please RSVP to Jay Davis, 408-5250 or jay@C5Alive.org. Last-minute attendees are also welcome on a space-available basis. For info: www.C5Alive.org.
BIBLE STUDY & MINISTRY COURSES – Generation’s Evangelistic Missions Institute & International School of Ministry offers classes in English & Spanish. Short-term missions opportunities also available. New Beginning Outreach Center, 2103 SW Burnett Rd. For info packet: 272-4544.
COVERED IN DUST – Every Sun., 9:30am,
DEAF WORSHIP SERVICE – 3rd Sun., 3pm, Faith Lutheran Church, 17th & Gage. Also, every Sun. 9:30am service is interpreted.
ENGLISH CLASSES – Every Sun., 6-8pm, Trinity Ministry Center, 2046 SE California. Childcare provided. For info: Gayle, 272-0443.
FX – FAMILY SERVICE – Every Sun., 10am, Fairlawn Heights Wesleyan Church, 5400 SW Huntoon. Where kids and parents learn together. High energy music, drama, games & more at no cost, all welcome. For info: 273-4200.
LADIES' SMALL GROUP – Every Sun., 6pm, Bethel Baptist Church, 4011 N. Kansas Ave. Studying the book of Esther, using the DVD series "It's Tough Being a Women" by Beth Moore. All ladies welcome. For info: 286-0467.
SUNDAY CONNECTION CLASSES – Every Sun., 9:45am, Westview Community Church, 3001 Ft Riley Blvd., Manhattan. For ages 0-100. For info: 537-7173; www.westviewcommunity.com.
THE FIRST PLACE 4 HEALTH PROGRAM – Mon., 6:30pm or Sat., 8am, Topeka First Assembly, 500 SW 27th St. This program points members to God’s strength & creates a compassionate support group that helps members stay accountable in a positive environment & delivers faith-based health & weight management instruction. To join or start a new group, contact Jan Norris, 972-0582 or norris.jan@sbcglobal.net or visit www.firstplace4health.com.
CHRISTIANS FOR LIFE – 2nd Mon., 7pm prayer, 8pm short business meeting, Community Church, 1819 SW 21st. This is a pro-life educational ministry. For info: 286-3432 or 286-2744.
COVENANT WOMEN – 2nd & 4th Mon., 6:30pm, Morris Hill Chapel Bldg 5315, Manhattan. For info: god4me2@earthlink.net.
ENGLISH CLASSES: Nueva Vida en Jesus – Every Mon., 5-7pm, Emmauel Baptist Church, 1329 SW 37th. Tell someone you know who needs English as a second language about this class. Childcare provided. For info: Elias, 224-4608.
THE HEARTLAND HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOOD – Every 2nd Mon., Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14, 11:45am, SW YMCA, 3635 SW Chelsea Dr. “Actively promoting neighborhood well-being by mobilizing people, ideas & resources.” Lunch will be served.
BIBLE STUDY – Every Tue., 10am Bible Study, Victory Tabernacle Church, 2622 S.E. 6th St. For info: 235-1748.
CONCERNED WOMEN FOR AMERICA (CWA) – 3rd Tue., 10am-12noon, 4329 SW Cambridge Ave. For info: 267-3336.
NAMI TOPEKA – Every 2nd Tue., 6:45pm, lower level of Valeo, 330 SW Oakley. If door is locked, call 608-1317 to get in. The 1st hour is often a discussion of an important topic or video. The 2nd hour is usually a support talk time, with separate consumer & family groups. For info: 608-1317.
PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL – Every Tue., 9am, Morris Hill Chapel, Manhattan.
SUNRISE OPTIMIST CLUB – Every Tue., 6:30am, Sunrise Optimist Complex, 720 NW 50th St. For info: Gary 246-1291.
AWANA – Every Wed, 6:30pm, Bethel Baptist Church, 4011 N. Kansas Ave. Bible based program for children & youth ages 3–HS. For info: 286-0467.
ENGLISH CLASSES – Every Wed, 6-8pm, First Southern Baptist, 1912 SW Gage. Childcare provided. For info: Gayle, 272-0443.
EXCELLENCIES OF CHRIST – Every Wed. thru Sep. 29, 7pm, Higher Ground Ministries, 408 Jackson. Do you find your heart longing today, lonely, hungry for something authentic? We invite you to meet us at the cross; A free 14 week encounter based on the Allen Hood Curriculum, Excellencies of Christ. For info: Contact Pastors JD & Calley Russell 608-8102.
FAMILY FELLOWSHIP: WOW WEDNESDAY – Every Wed., 7pm,
(FBI) FAITHFUL BIBLE INVESTIGATORS (for children) – Every Wed., 6:30pm, Cornerstone Community Church, 7620 SW 21st St. Games, fun & scripture. For info: 478-2929; www.cornerstonetopeka.com.
MACHINE EMBROIDERY CLUB – 1st Wed., 9am–2:30pm,
STUDENT IMPACT – Every Wed., 6–8pm, First Southern Baptist, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. Youth games, teaching, worship, small groups.
SAFE STREETS MEETING – 1st Wed., 11:45am, Great Overland Station. For info: 266-4606.
TGIW: “TEACHING GOD’S INFINITE WISDOM” MEN’S STUDY – Every Wed., 6:15am, Backyard Burgers in Lawrence. Affiliated with CharacterCounts.com. For info: David Scheib, 865-5258; dvscheib@sunflower.com.
BEST YEARS – 3rd Thurs., 6pm, Westview Community Church, 3001 Ft Riley Blvd., Manhattan. Empty Nesters, Retirees, Seniors are invited for fellowship, food & fun. For info: 537-7173; www.westviewcommunity.com.
BIBLES AND BOOTS: Chapter of Cowboys for Christ Fellowship – 3rd Thurs., 7:30pm, Wamego. Call for location. Everyone welcome, no membership dues, livestock ownership not required. Fellowship & fun! For info: Doug Palmer, Pres. 410-9097, or Dave Boyd, V.P. 364-2779.
CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE – Every Thurs. 7–9pm, First Southern Baptist, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. Worship for college students.
FULL GOSPEL BUSINESSMEN’S FELLOWSHIP – 3rd Thurs., 6pm meal, 7pm meeting, Coyote Canyon, Huntoon & Wanamaker. For info:
HEART OF AMERICA CHRISTIAN WRITERS’ NETWORK – 1st Thurs., Evangel Temple, 1414 E 103rd St., KCMO. Cost: $3 members; & $5 nonmembers.
NAMI WASHBURN – 4th Thurs., 6-8pm, Spirit Building Room,
SINGLES BIBLE STUDY – 2nd & 4th Thurs., 7pm,
AGLOW INTERNATIONAL TOPEKA – Every 4th Fri., 7pm, 408 Jackson. A Kingdom focused ministry for men & women. For info: 828-4781.
KINGDOM ADVISORS BREAKFAST STUDY MEETING – Every 2nd Fri., 7:15am, Perkins Restaurant, 1720 SW Wanamaker Rd. Financial Planners, Accountants, Attorney’s & Insurance Agents are invited to attend. For info: Steve Bayer, 249-7566; www.kingdomadvisors.org.
PRAYER 101 – Every Fri., 7-9pm,
TOPEKA (Downtown) OPTIMIST CLUB – Every Fri., noon, Top of the Tower. Serving the youth of Topeka. Anyone welcome. For info: 272-1099; fostern60@yahoo.com.
VIP LUNCHEON FOR SENIORS – Every Fri., 12noon, North
BIBLE QUIZZING – 1st Sat. Learn God's Word & have fun doing it with area Christian youth ages 9-19. New teams forming now for this year's season of quizzing. YFC/YEA style quizzing & rules. For info: 913-593-6427; www.biblequizzer.org.
RUSSIAN HOUSE OF PRAYER – Every Sat., 4pm, Williamstown Assembly of God, 1225 Oak St., Perry/Williamstown. For info: 597-5228.
SINGLES PLAY CARDS – 1st Sat., 6pm, St. Peter’s UMC, NW 35th & Hwy 75; 3rd Sat., 6pm, Countryside UMC, 3221 SW Burlingame Rd. Christian singles 18 & over. Bring a snack or 2-liter soda & join the fun.
WILSEY BIBLE COLLEGE – Classes now forming. For info: www.wilseyks.org.
SUPPORT GROUPS
ABORTION RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUPS – and also a 12-step Restoring Joy recovery journey for women. Providing services for women & men who suffer from Post-Abortion Syndrome…we can help mend a broken heart! For info: Kay Lyn, 272-6212.
AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS – for friends & families of alcoholics. For info: 357-8725.
ARTHRITIS FIRST HAND – 3rd Tue., 12 pm, Pozez Education Center, 1505 SW 8th, Manhattan. Learn about Arthritis. For info: Patty Dick, 272-8461.
"BETRAYED HEART" support group/Bible study – For women whose husbands struggle with pornography addictions or have had affairs. Videos & workbook will give you hope for your marriage & emotional healing. For info: Jane Goble, 478-9605.
BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE – NE Kansas Chapter (B.A.C.A.) 3rd Sun., 4 pm American Legion, 3800 SE Michigan. Open to the public. For info: 817-5801.
BOUNCE BACK SELF-HELP – 3rd Mon., 6:30pm, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th St. For those living with multiple sclerosis. For info: 273-0799.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY – Every Fri., 6pm, 1912 Gage Blvd. A Christ centered program, based on 8 principles found in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Applying these Biblical principles, become free from addictive & dysfunctional behaviors. For info: 220-7641.
CHRIST-CENTERED SUPPORT GROUP – “Strong Tower” 12 step recovery program – Tue., 7pm, 1331 SW Harrison. Currently discussing the book “Living Free in Christ.” For info: Tony 620-366-1427.
THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS (BEREAVED PARENTS) – 4th Mon., 7-8:30pm, Formation classroom of
COVENANT KEEPERS – 3rd Sat. Group for people who want to see their marriage saved when their spouse wants out. For info: 816-453-0884 or 816-966-0927.
DIVORCECARE PROGRAMS – at the following locations and times:
SUN. –
TUE. – 6:30pm, Room 15 at Northland Christian Church, 3102 NW Topeka Blvd. For info: 235-2909.
WED. – 6:30pm, Topeka Bible Church, 1101 SW Mulvane. Cost: $15. Child care provided. For info: 379-0505.
THURS. – Jan. 7–Apr. 1, 6:30-9pm,
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS – Every Wed, 7pm, St. Francis Hospital, meeting room #8.
GRANDPARENT/RELATIVE CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP – 3rd Tue., 6:30-8pm, 2nd floor meeting room, St. Francis Hosp, 1700 SW 7th. Join for support, information, etc. For info: Sharla, 286-2329; Jennie (English/Spanish) 231-0763.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS – Sponsored by Heartland Hospice for those who are dealing with death & any major loss:
1st Mon., 6:30pm, Heartland Hospice of Topeka, 2231 SW Wanamaker Rd., Suite 202.
1st & 3rd Thurs., 3pm, Brewster Place, 1209 SW 29th St., penthouse of the independent living high-rise apartments.
3rd Thurs., 11am, Widow’s/Widowers’ Luncheon, Paisano’s Ristorante, Fleming Place, SW 10th & Gage Blvd,. Dutch treat luncheon to meet new friends who have sat where you are sitting. For reservations (required) or info: call 271-6500.
"HEALING AFTER THE SUICIDE OF A LOVED ONE" ("HEAL") – or Survivors of Suicide" (SOS). 1st & 3rd Tue., 7-8:30pm, Pozez Education Center of Stormont Vail Hospital, 1505 SW 8th St. Serving anyone who has lost a loved one by suicide.
INCARCERATED PERSONS & FAMILIES – 1st Mon., 6:30–7:30pm, YMCA, 421 Van Buren. For info: 286-2329.
JAYHAWK AREA AGENCY ON AGING – 4th Wed., 1pm, Rosehill Place Clubhouse. Monthly support group for caregivers of seniors. For info: 235-1367x30.
MOMS-IN-TOUCH PRAYER GROUP – Every Wed., 2:30-3:30pm, Library at Cair Paravel-Latin School. Experience God’s power through prayer as we lift our students, teachers, staff, administrators & board up to the Lord. For info: 357-0369.
MOURNING INTO DANCING – Every Tue., 1:30pm & 1st Mon., 7pm,
OASIS WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP – Every Mon., 6:30pm, Westview Community Church, 3001 Ft Riley Blvd., Manhattan. Currently studying “My Bangs Look Good & Other Lies I Tell Myself: The Tired Supergirl’s Search for Truth”. For info: 537-7173; www.westviewcommunity.com.
OVERCOMERS OUTREACH - Every Mon., 7-8:30pm, Wanamaker Woods Church, 3501 SW Wanamaker Rd. A bridge between traditional church and traditional 12 step meetings. Contact info: Bill at 409-9111 or wwcnovercomers@gmail.com.
OVEREATERS / UNDEREATERS ANONYMOUS:
MON., 7pm – Westminister Presbyterian, south door, upstairs in Library; 233-6724.
WED., 7pm – St. Francis Hospital meeting room 6, 2nd floor; 234-8020.
SAT. - 9am – St. Francis Hospital meeting room 8, 2nd floor; 862-2326.
For info: 357-8774; www.sunflowerintergroup.oa.org.
PRISON OUTREACH MINISTRY – Every Tue., 7-9pm, Topeka Women’s Prison, 815 Rice Rd. Reaching out to those who can’t come in, finding freedom behind bars, inspiring inmates to seek salvation during a difficult time. Providing support & guidance through the Holy Spirit to offer strength. Director: Don Garner. Call 286-0489 or email faithfamilylifeministries@gmail.com.
PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP – 1st Thurs., 7pm, 2nd floor conf. room of the cancer unit at St Francis Hospital. For info: 266-9533.
PURSUIT FOR SEXUAL PURITY – Men struggling with pornography & sexual addiction. This bible study/accountability group uses the Pure Desire book by Ted Roberts. For info: Hunter Ruch, Topeka Bible Church, 234-5545; hruch@topekabiblechurch.org.
DESTINATION DELIVERANCE – Every Fri., 6pm, Victory Tabernacle, 2622 SE. 6th. Dealing with all types of addictions. Child Care Provided, Serenity Bible, 12 Step, Deliverance, Spiritual Warfare, Healing, & Prayer. For info: 235-1748.
WIDOWED PERSONS SERVICE: monthly brunches – 3rd Sat., 11am-12:30pm, First UMC, in the Sweet Bldg. Bring a covered dish, rolls, salad, dessert, fruit or cheese. For info: 357-7290.
WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP – Every Tue., 6:30pm, Westview Community Church, 3001 Ft Riley Blvd., Manhattan. Currently studying Breaking Free: a Beth Moore Study. For info: 537-7173.
