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Guitar: The instrument that rocked the world . . . . . . . . 2 Gordon Parks’ camera captured America . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Publisher/Editor Cynthia Mines Art Director Susan Burdick Marketing Assistant Shane Coelho

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Riverfest gears up for 2016 event, curtain goes up on Music Theatre’s 45th season and other calendar highlights . . . . . . . 5-7

Museums, Attractions & Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Map of Wichita . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Restaurants: East, Downtown/Old Town, West . . . . . . . . . . 12 Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 In the Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 On the cover: The photograph by Bob Bishop of the fireworks at the 2015 Riverfest won best of show out of the 500 photographs submitted in a contest sponsored by Douglas Photographic Imaging. This year’s festival is June 3-11.

Above: Blue Man Group – Making Waves, a national traveling exhibit, will be on display at Exploration Place from Jan. 23 to May 1. The exhibit allows visitors to play a Theremin organ and make instruments using PVC pipes.

Guitar Exhibits Rock Wichita

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national traveling exhibition at Exploration Place will

and sizes in the Kemper Creative Learning Studio. Special preschool,

form the backdrop for an orchestrated communitywide

home school and Senior Wednesday sessions also will revolve

look at the instrument that revolutionized music.

“Guitar: The Instrument That Rocked the World,” an immersive exhibit featuring 100 historical artifacts

around the guitar. A Guitarathon and String Break Edventure are planned for the week of spring break, March 12-20.

In another music-related exhibit, Exploration Place will host

as well as 60 antique and modern instruments, will be on display at

“Blue Man Group – Making Waves” from Jan. 23-May 1. The travel-

Exploration Place Jan. 30-May 8.

ing exhibition will allow visitors to play a Theremin organ and create

The exhibit chronicles how European and Asian sitars and lutes

instruments and compose tunes using PVC tubes.

evolved into the guitar. Visitors will learn how steel and wood create

The Historical Museum will host a curator talk and guided tour

pitch and tone and be able to play the world’s largest guitar, which at

of the guitar exhibit at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 21; an electric guitar

43.5 feet broke the Guinness World Record.

recital at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 28; and the Wichita Blues Society

Also opening Jan. 30 is “The Electric Guitar – Wichita’s Instrument” at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum. The exhibit highlights Wichita’s surprising role as the launch site for the

will present a performance at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 10. The museum also will host an Electric Guitar Symposium May 6-8.

For complete schedule of activities, visit exploration.org.

first electric guitar in October. 1932. The exhibit includes rare guitars from notable collections, including what experts have recently agreed may be the most historically important guitar ever made – the first modern electric guitar.

Exploration Place has also partnered with several local music organizations to present events and education programs, including a new music series, the Sounds of Science. These music evenings with local artists for those 21 years and older will be March 10, March 24, April 7 and May 5 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Saturday Jam Sessions featuring Kansas Bluegrass Association members are planned for March 19 and April 16.

Opening and closing weekends at Exploration Place will feature a Guitar Hero competition and special activities. The Live Science Shows from February through April will focus on strings, shapes

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Exploration Place etc. and on like that.

Museums Focus on Photography of Gordon Parks A photo essay of Parks’ hometown is part of the “Back to Fort Scott” exhibit at the Wichita Art Museum.

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ordon Parks, who was born in Fort Scott, Kansas, became internationally known as a photographer for Life magazine and his depictions of the harsh realities of segregation in America.

Wichita State’s Ulrich Museum of Art will showcase 125 never-before-exhibited works by the Kansas native in “Visual Justice: The Gordon Parks Photography Collection at WSU” Jan. 16-April 10.

Wichita State’s prior relationship with Parks included a series of

exhibitions and the 2008 acquisition of the Gordon Parks papers for WSU Library Special Collections. Then in 2014 the Ulrich Museum quadrupled its Parks’ holdings after completing a gift/purchase of 125 photographs from The Gordon Parks Foundation. The Ulrich now houses 177 photographs surveying the entire career of journalistic and artistic efforts.

This exhibition celebrates the most recent acquisitions as well as the life work of Parks, an important chronicler of the civil rights movement. Parks’ best-known photo essays for Life magazine are represented, including “Harlem Gang Leader,” photographed in 1948, and “Freedom’s Fearful Foe: Poverty,” which was published in 1961. The exhibition also includes experimental color images produced in the last years of his life.

The Wichita Art Museum will concurrently display images Park’s took in his hometown for a Life magazine assignment in 1950 but which were never published. “Gordon Parks: Back to Fort Scott” will be exhibited at WAM Jan. 30-May 8. After his mother died in 1928, Parks left Fort Scott at age 15 to make his way in the world.

The exhibition of 42 photographs represents a rarely seen view of everyday lives of African-Americans in rural America, years before the civil rights movement. The exhibition was organized by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston where it made its critically acclaimed premiere.

WAM will also exhibit “Freedom Now!: Forgotten Images of the Civil Rights Struggle” from Jan. 30-May 8. The images in the exhibition illustrate the action, heroism and strength of black activists in courthouses, community centers, department stores, political conventions, schools and streets. The exhibition presents photographs rarely seen in the mainstream media.

In addition, the Kansas African-American Museum will

The portraits of Ethel Sharrieff (1963) and Red Jackson (1948) are part of the recent acquisitions and exhibition at the Ulrich Museum of Art. Sharrieff was an activist in the Nation of Islam and Jackson was a Harlem gang leader.

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display “The Power of the Image: Documentary Photographs by Gordon Parks” Jan. 9-April 23.

The two museums will present a community symposium, Gordon Parks: Freedom to Expand, Feb. 12-13. The symposium will bring together art historians, scholars and visual artists for a two-day forum.

The symposium and galleries are free and open to the public.

For more information, visit ulrich.wichita.edu and wichitaartmuseum.org.

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be the most successful composer in theater history. The musical is based on the New Testament’s account of the last days of Jesus. It has not been presented by Music Theatre since 1990 when it played to soldout crowds.

Riverfest gears up for 2016 citywide celebration Ever since Wichitans celebrated their centennial in 1970, the city has put on a spring festival centered around downtown and the Arkansas River. Riverfest 2016 continues that tradition June 3-11 with more than 100 events, including a Sundown Parade, fireworks, Festival Food Court, concerts, kids’ activities and athletic contests.

The Kansas Health Foundation River Run, the longest-running foot race in Kansas, celebrates its 40th anniversary on Saturday, June 4. The run includes 10K and 2-mile routes, a 2-mile family walk and the Tot Trot for children.

The popular Blacktop Nationals car show will be a part of the festival June 9-11 around Century II. Kids Corner will feature Inflatables, face painting, magicians, clowns, make-ittake-its, storybook characters, horse rides and paddle boats while Ackerman’s Backyard in A. Price Woodard Park will offer grown-ups oversized games, DJs, performers, photo ops and a place to enjoy a craft beer by the river.

A new event, Riverfest Hackathon, is a 24-hour competitive brainstorm marathon that brings together techies and creatives.

Adult buttons are $10 ($7 if purchased by May 5); children 6-12 are $3. Buttons include admittance to all events, including national headliner concerts. For complete schedule, see wichitariverfest.com.

The season will culminate with “Mama Mia!” which enjoyed a 14-year run on Broadway. Music Theatre Wichita will be one of the first regional theaters in the nation to create its own version of the ABBA-inspired musical when it premieres in Wichita Aug. 10-14, 19-21 at Century II. Season tickets available. Performances are Wednesday-Sunday evenings with weekend matinees at Century II Concert Hall. For tickets, call 265-3107 or visit MTWichita.org.

Guinea Pig Lab presents premiere of Kansas play A new play, “f*sh,” by Lisa Sillaway Jan. 28-30 at the Crown Uptown Theatre is presented by Guinea Pig Lab, a theater company dedicated to producing plays by

Above: The Kansas Health Foundation River Run celebrates 40 years in 2016. PHOTO BY BOB BISHOP

Kansas writers. The play revolves around three siblings who return home to rural

Music Theatre Wichita unveils 45th season Music Theatre Wichita’s 2016 season will showcase five Broadway musicals written by composers who changed the

live stage version of the classic animated film marked the Broadway debut of the talented film composer Alan Menken. The musical is suitable for young and old, but children must be at least 5 years old to attend.

The ever-popular musical “Oklahoma!”

landscape of musical theater. For 45 years,

celebrates the American heartland July

Music Theatre has staged full-scale produc-

13-17. Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammer-

tions starring New York, Hollywood and

stein II turned musical comedy into a genu-

regional actors backed by a live orchestra.

ine American art form when they joined

“Nice Work if You Can Get It,” a musical

forces to create this groundbreaking musical

comedy showcasing Gershwin songs against

play, the first ever to place equal importance

a backdrop of 1927 society, kicks off the

on story, dialogue, songs and dance.

season June 15-19. The Wichita staging of

Another groundbreaking favorite, the

Kansas to attend their parents’ 50th wedding anniversary.

Sillaway had a rehearsed reading of her mental health illness drama, “blank,” in London last summer as part of the Camden Fringe Festival. Her piece, “The Peacock’s War,” won the National Civil War Monologue Competition in Washington, D.C. Wichita Community Theatre has hosted a reading of her “Rainbow Stole” in August.

For tickets, call 612-7696.

Calendar Highlights January

this light-hearted musical will feature sets

pop opera “Jesus Christ Superstar,” by the

and costumes from the recent Broadway

incomparable Andrew Lloyd Webber and

production.

Tim Rice, will be performed July 27-31. This

Museum of World Treasures, 263-1311.

1971 musical was the Broadway debut for

Jan. 1-17 “Scenery, Story, Spirit: American Painting and Sculpture from the Santa

Disney’s beloved “Beauty and the Beast” will take the stage from June 29-July 3. The

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Webber, who is considered by many to

Jan. 1-15 “Transcribing History,” exhibit,

Jan. 29-March 6 Scholastic Art Awards

Exhibition, Wichita Center for the Arts, wcfta.com.

Barbara Museum of Art,” Wichita Art Museum, 268-4921.

Jan. 1-Feb. 28 Even More Art We Love, Wichita Art Museum, 268-4921.

Jan. 1-16 “The Last Reef,” Boeing Dome

Theater and Planetarium, Exploration Place, 660-0600.

Jan. 1-June 28 “Animalopolis,” Boeing Dome Theater and Planetarium, Exploration Place, 660-0600.

Jan. 1-26 Guest artist Chiyoko Myose and wood turner Bob Brown, Gallery XII, 267-5915.

Jan. 1-March 5 “Art of Fire: Glass Art from

the WAM Collection,” Wichita Art Museum, 268-4921.

Jan. 1-March 10 “Art and Everyday Life:

Lucile Blanch”; works by this key member of the Woodstock art colony reflect a bridge between American scene painting and more experimental modes; Wichita Art Museum, wichitaartmuseum.org.

Jan. 19-21 “The Producers,” presented by Theater League, 7:30 p.m., Century II, wichitatix.com.

Jan. 23-24 The Great Train Show, Century

II Exhibition Hall, 264-9121.

Jan. 23-May 1 Blue Man Group – Mak-

ing Waves, traveling exhibition, Exploration Place, exploration.org.

Jan. 30-May 8 Guitar: The Instrument That Rocked The World, national traveling exhibition, Exploration Place, exploration.org.

Jan. 30-May 8 Gordon Parks: Back to Fort Scott and Freedom Now!: Forgotten Images of the Civil Rights Struggle, Wichita Art Museum, 268-4921.

Jan. 31 Children’s Dance Festival, 2 p.m.,

Wilner Auditorium, WSU, 978-3233.

February

Jan. 27-Feb. 7 “Death of a Salesman,”

Wichita Community Theatre, wichitact.org.

Feb. 2 Faculty Artist Series: The Orfeo Trio, 7:30 p.m., Wiedemann Hall, WSU, 978-3233.

Jan. 28-30 Guinea Pig Theatre Lab presents “f*sh,” the world premiere of a new Kansas play, Crown Uptown Theatre, 8 p.m., 612-7696.

Feb. 2 Creative Rush First Tuesday Talk, 6:30 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. program, Ulrich Museum of Art, WSU, ulrich.wichita.edu.

Jan. 29-31 Wichita Symphony Orchestra:

The Gershwin Experience, Century II Concert Hall, wichitasymphony.org.

Jan. 29-Feb. 23 Crazy Eights Small Works Invitational and ceramics by guest artist Kirk Brown, Gallery XII, 412 E. Douglas, 267-5915.

Feb. 4 New Voices Festival with WSU Faculty and Students featuring composer Paul Elwood, 7:30 p.m., Miller Concert Hall, Duerksen Fine Arts Center, WSU, 978-3233.

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Jan. 9-10 Bridal & Event Expo, Century II

Exhibition & Convention Halls, 684-1811.

Jan. 16 The new exhibit, Bridging Art and

Science, and the new Dome film, “Space School,” debut at Exploration Place, exploration.org.

Jan. 16 4th Annual Smallgrass Film Festival,

doors open at 9:30 a.m., Exploration Place, a day of family-friendly films presented in partnership with the Tallgrass Film Association, exploration.org.

Wichita’s Premier Art Destination Since 1977

Jan. 16-19 Starbird-Devlin Rod and Cus-

toms Show, Century II, wichitatix.com.

Jan. 16-March 6 Julia Brown: The Swim, exhibition, Ulrich Museum of Art, ulrich. wichita.edu.

Jan. 16-May 29 “Dialogue: Modern and

Contemporary Drawings from WAM’s Permanent Collection,” exhibit exploring medium of drawing throughout 20th century, Wichita Art Museum, wichitaartmuseum.org.

Jan. 16-May 8 “Transition and Turmoil:

Human Expressions 1900-1945,” works on paper from permanent collection, WSU Ulrich Museum of Art, ulrich.wichita.edu.

Painting by Susan Fellows

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Concert Hall, 267-7658.

Feb. 9 WSU Symphony Concerto Aria Honors Concert, 7:30 p.m., Miller Concert Hall, Duerksen Fine Arts Center, WSU, 978-3233.

Feb. 11 Wichita Home Show 2016,

Century II, 264-9121.

Feb. 12-13 Freedom to Expand: Gordon Parks, free symposium, presented by Ulrich Museum of Art and Wichita Art Museum, ulrich.wichita.edu.

Feb. 13 Music: Arlo Guthrie: folk music

icon Arlo Guthrie shares timeless stories and unforgettable classic songs as he carries on the Guthrie family legacy, 7:30 p.m., Orpheum Theatre, 263-0884.

Feb. 14 Faculty Artist Series: Lieurance

Woodwind Quintet, 3 p.m., Wiedemann Hall, WSU, 978-3233.

Feb. 18-20 Mainstage Theatre presents “The Roaring Girl,” 7:30 p.m., Wilner Auditorium, WSU, 978-3233.

The Wichita Grand Opera’s 2016 season opens April 23 with a ballet double-bill of Tchaikovsky’s “Romeo & Juliet” (shown above) and Bizet’s “Carmen,” performed by the Russian National Ballet Theatre at Century II.

March

Bank Arena, intrustbankarena.com.

March 16 A Night with Janis Joplin, Orpheum Theatre, wichitaorpheum.com.

Feb. 19 Wichita Regional Science & Engineering Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Exploration Place, exploration.org.

March 1-3 “Flashdance: The Musical,”

Feb. 19-21 Women’s Fair 2016, 385

March 1-31 16th annual Parade of Quilts,

Ramondetta and guest artist Diel Gray, Gallery XII, galleryxii.com.

March 3-6 Disney on Ice Treasure Trove, Intrust Bank Arena, intrustbankarena.com.

March 26 Easter Eggstravaganza, Sedgwick

The American Romantic, 8 p.m., Century II Concert Hall, 267-7658.

March 4-5 2016 Outdoor Living & Landscape Show, Century II Expo Hall, 685-2121.

March 29 Faculty Artist Series: Wichita

Feb. 21 Wichita Vortex 50th Anniversary,

March 4-6 “Pirates of Penzance,” Music

exhibits, cooking and fashion demonstrations, speakers, business workshop, Century II Expo Hall, 267-5303.

Feb. 20-21 Wichita Symphony Orchestra:

presented by Theater League, 7:30 p.m., Century II, wichitatix.com.

Yoder, YoderKansas.com.

March 25-April 26 Featured artist Joanna

County Zoo, scz.org.

Brass Quintet, 7:30 p.m., Wilner Auditorium, WSU, 978-3233.

Theatre for Young People, Century II, wichitatix.com.

April

March 6-7 WSU Concert Chorale, 3 p.m., Wiedemann Hall, WSU, 978-3233.

April 1-May 8 Pastel National Exhibition,

March 8 WSU Symphonic Wind Ensemble

April 2-Aug. 7 “Arthur W. Hall: Print Maker,” fifty etchings by one of the founding members of the Prairie Print Makers, Wichita Art Museum, wichitaartmuseum.org.

March 9-12 Second Stage Theatre presents

April 10 Wichita Blues Society Performance and Presentation, 2 p.m., Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum, wichitahistory.org.

Ensemble & Banda Hispanica, 7:30 p.m., Miller Concert Hall, Duerksen Fine Arts Center, WSU, 978-3233.

March 9-20 “The Complete Works of

April 12-14 The Rat Pack Show, Century II, wichitatix.com.

Feb. 26-March 22 Featured artist Martha

March 11 Lyle Lovett and Robert Earl Keen

panel discussion of poet Allen Ginsberg’s three-week 1966 visit to Wichita and the first reading of “Wichita Vortex Sutra,” Ulrich Museum of Art, WSU, ulrich.wichita.edu.

Feb. 21 Curator Talk and Guided Tour of guitar exhibit, 2 p.m., Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum, wichitahistory.org.

Feb. 24 WSU Jazz Combos, 7:30 p.m., Miller

Concert Hall, Duerksen Fine Arts Center, WSU, 978-3233.

Feb. 25 WSU Jazz Arts Ensemble, Guitar

and Chamber Winds, 7:30 p.m., Miller Concert Hall, Duerksen Fine Arts Center, WSU, 978-3233.

“Core of Temptation,” 7:30 p.m., Welsbacher Theatre, WSU, 978-3233.

William Shakespeare (Abridged),” Wichita Community Theatre, wichitact.org.

Wherry and guest ceramicist Dan Gegen, Gallery XII, wichitagalleryxii.com.

in concert, Orpheum Theatre, 8 p.m., wichitaorpheum.com.

Feb. 27 10th Annual Death by Chocolate

March 12-13 Wichita Symphony

Feb. 28 Electric Guitar Recital, 2 p.m., Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum, wichitahistory.org.

March 15-17 NCAA Men’s Basketball

fundraiser for Exploration Place, 7 to 10 p.m., 660-0620.

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Orchestra: Virtuosic Tchaikovsky featuring pianist Natasha Paremski, Century II Concert Hall, wichitasymphony.org.

Championships, Intrust Bank Arena, Intrust

Wichita Center for the Arts, wcfta.com.

April 20-May 1 “Enchanted April,” Wichita Community Theatre, wichitact.org.

April 21 Party for the Planet, Sedgwick

County Zoo, scz.org.

April 21-23 Midwest Wine Fest, Century II, midwestwinefest.org.

April 23-May 29 Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition, Ulrich Museum of Art, WSU, ulrich.wichita.edu.

April 23 “Romeo & Juliet” and “Carmen,” presented by Russian National Ballet Theatre, 7 p.m., Century II, wichitagrandopera.org.

April 23-Aug. 28 do it, exhibition, Ulrich Museum of Art, WSU, ulrich.wichita.edu.

April 26-27 Blue Man Group, Century II, wichitatix.com.

April 29-May 24 Featured artist Tom

Montgomery and guest artist Paul Pfrehm, Gallery XII, 412 E. Douglas, 267-5915.

May

What to eat, see and do in Wichita Our first guide to dining out, published in fall 1995, was such a success we expanded the publication to include information about shopping, museums, attractions, theater, special events and In the Area opportunities. The magazine is now published twice a year and distributed to area hotels, Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, Visit Wichita and other tourist information centers.

The listings are also online at wichitatimesonline.com.

May 1 Cinco de Mayo celebration, Sedgwick County Zoo, scz.org.

species of plants both native and new to

May 1 Steel Wheels, concert presented by

and water features in 26 themed display

Dyck Arboretum of the Plains at the Wichita Orpheum, 4 p.m., wichitaorpheum.com.

May 21 Gilbert & Sullivan’s “The Pirates of

the region as well as multiple sculptures gardens, including the Butterfly Garden,

Botanica, The Wichita Gardens 701 Amidon | 264-0448

Woodland Bird Garden, Shakespearean Garden, Sensory Garden and Wildflower

Penzance,” Opera on the Lake, Bradley Fair, wichitagrandopera.org.

botanica.org

May 20-June 26 Frank Lloyd Wright Study Center Lego Exhibition, Wichita Center for the Arts, wcfta.com.

botanical paradise features the Downing

mum display invite return trips through the

Children’s Garden with an array of interac-

seasons. Year-round hours are Monday-

tive areas for children to explore and the

Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with seasonal

recently opened Chinese Garden of Friend-

extended hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays

ship. The gardens feature more than 4,000

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May 21-Sept. 11 “Chihuly Drawings,” exhibition of the glass artist Dale Chihuly’s drawings over the past 35 years, Wichita Art Museum, wichitaartmuseum.org.

Located at Murdock and Amidon, this

Meadow. Seasonal exhibits such as the spring tulip display, the Butterfly House (June-September) and the fall chrysanthe-

May 27-June 21 Feature artist John Ellert and guest artist Frank Martinez, Gallery XII, 412 E. Douglas, 267-5915.

May 28-Sept. 5 Dinosaurs in Motion, traveling exhibition allows visitors to engage with 14 interactive, recycled, life-size metal dinosaur sculptures, Exploration Place, exploration.org.

June June 3-11 Wichita Riverfest, nine days of events, concerts, food court, contests, fireworks in the downtown and river area, Wichitariverfest.com.

June 15-19 “Nice Work if You Can Get It,” Music Theatre Wichita, Century II, MTWichita.org.

June 8-19 “Breaking the Code,” Wichita

Community Theatre, wichitact.org.

June 19 Father’s Day Car Show, Sedgwick County Zoo, scz.org.

June 24-July 25 Featured artist Rosemary Dugan and guest artist Chad Gorges, Gallery XII, 412 E. Douglas, 267-5915.

June 29-July 3 Disney’s “Beauty and the

Beast,” presented by Music Theatre Wichita, Century II, MTWichita.org.

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Fireside Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Karg Art Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Carriage Factory Art Gallery, Newton . . . 40

Gallery XII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Lake Afton Public Observatory . . . . . . . . . 34

Century II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Greatroom, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Le Monde Café & Deli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

CityArts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Hot Stone Korean Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Cowtown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Hutchinson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Legends at DoubleTree

by Hilton Wichita Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Crown Uptown Dinner Theatre . . . . . . . . . 23

Intrust Bank Arena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Lindsborg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

DeFazio’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

J. Rae’s Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Marion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Eggcetera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Kansas African American Museum . . . . . . . 19

Marriott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Exploration Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Kansas Aviation Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

McPherson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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until 8 p.m. April through September, and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. April through

Mexico Cafe Delano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Town & Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Mid-America All-Indian Center . . . . . . . . . 8

Ulrich Museum of Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Monarch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Villar’s Mexico Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Museum of World Treasures . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Wichita Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

and workshops, group tours, membership,

Music Theatre of Wichita . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Wichita Center for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

facility rentals and volunteer opportunities.

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Carriage Factory Art Gallery

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October. Call or visit the website for more information about special events, weekly lunchtime lectures, educational programs

128 E. 6th St., Newton 316-284-2749 carriagefactoryartgallery.com Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, this fine arts gallery is housed

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temporary and impressionist art, plus photography, ceramics and sculptures for sale

by Kansas and regional artists. Special art

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displays and music are featured the Third Thursday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m.

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at the gallery or online at www.blackbearbosin.com. The gallery and gift shop are open noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Guided tours and facility rental available. See website for more information. Gallery and adjacent park

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friendly town just 30 miles north of Wichita on I-135. See ad, page 10.

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The five-acre 1880 DeVore Farm demon-

activities, call or visit the website, Facebook,

for beginners to experts in many mediums,

strates 19th century agricultural methods

Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram. See $3-off

including digital arts, painting, drawing,

and features livestock, crops and equipment.

coupon, inside back cover.

glassblowing, pottery and photography. It is

Visit the gift shop and browse for unique

the only facility in the area that offers glass-

Kansas-made items and Old West souvenirs.

blowing classes. CityArts is part of the Final

Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Monday

Friday Gallery Crawl. Hours are 9 a.m. to

in summer and Sunday-Monday in winter.

9 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Group rates and tours available.

CityArts

Saturday.

Cowtown

1865 W. Museum Blvd. | 350-3323 www.oldcowtown.org

Mid-America All-Indian Center 650 N. Seneca | 350-3340 www.theindiancenter.org

The Indian Center is a unique cul-

Exploration Place 300 N. McLean Blvd. | 660-0600 exploration.org

tural facility that preserves the stories and showcases the heritage of American Indians.

Since 1969, the facility has helped visitors of all backgrounds understand the strengths,

Exploration Place is Kansas’ premier

traditions, pride and sovereignty of the

hands-on science center for all ages, located

American Indian through: Powwows that

history museums in the Midwest. Historic

on a 20-acre site along the Arkansas River

preserve the American Indian heritage by

Wichita Cowtown Inc. works with the City of

in Wichita’s downtown Museums on the

handing down traditions to the younger gen-

Wichita to further the Museum and its mis-

River district. Nine hands-on exhibit areas

eration and providing an opportunity for all

sion. Established in 1952, Cowtown’s unique

focus on aviation, Kansas, medieval life in

visitors to come together and bridge cultural

programming chronicles Wichita’s transfor-

a three-story castle, architecture, health,

gaps; a Museum with changing themes and

mation from a frontier settlement to a cattle

imaginative spaces for preschoolers, evolu-

a 3,000-piece artifact collection; dynamic

town to an agricultural and manufacturing

tion of the center’s site and construction,

children’s programs that focus on such

area. The Museum has the distinction of

tinkering/invention, and a special traveling

themes as housing, hunting, art, ceremonies

being accredited by the American Alliance

exhibition area. In Kansas’ largest domed

and clothing; outdoor exhibits that illus-

of Museums, the highest national recogni-

theater, the Boeing Dome Theater and Plan-

trate how Plains Indian families lived in the

tion achievable by a museum. Accreditation

etarium, travel to faraway destinations and

1850s; monthly arts and crafts classes; and a

recognizes high standards in individual

embark on unforgettable adventures during

gift shop with authentic American Indian-

museums and ensures they continue to

these state-of-the-art, digitally-produced

made clothing, jewelry and gifts. Year-round

uphold public trust. Only 3 percent of the

films. Other amenities include a snack bar,

programming and special events bring the

nation’s estimated 34,144 museums are

free parking, picnic grove/adventure play

Indian Center’s mission to life. And no visit

accredited. The 23-acre site is home to 70

yard, Explore Store and family restrooms.

to the Indian Center would be complete

historic and re-created buildings; restored

Special summer activities and events. Closed

without a stop at the Keeper of the Plains

original homes represent both the emerging

Mondays in winter. For details about hours,

Plaza. The Indian Center is home to the

Cowtown is one of the oldest living-

VISUAL JUSTICE:

The Gordon Parks Photography Collection at WSU ON VIEW: January 16 – April 10, 2016

The Ulrich Museum of Art’s most recent Gordon Parks acquisitions survey the life work of one of this country’s most important photographers. He captured the injustices of the Civil Rights Movement alongside the stark realities of world strife through images taken throughout the second half of the 20th century. Many of Gordon Parks’ best known photo essays for Life magazine are represented in this exhibition.

IMAGE: Gordon Parks, Untitled, New York, 1963. Gelatin silver print, 8 x 10 in.

Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State University. Museum purchase/gift of The Gordon Parks Foundation, Courtesy of and ©The Gordon Parks Foundation

TODAY’S ART MATTERS. TODAY’S ART MATTERS. TODAY’S ART MATTERS. TODAY’S ART MATTERS. TODAY’S ART MATTERS.

The exhibition and associated programs are made possible by generous contributions from the Samuel M. and Laura H. Brown Charitable Trust administered by INTRUST Wealth, Mickey Armstrong, Kansas Health Foundation, and the Fidelity Bank Foundation. Additional support provided by Marcia and Ted D. Ayres, Ann and Martin Bauer, Joan S. Beren, Eric Engstrom and Robert Bell, Gridley Family Foundation, Rex and Denise Irwin, Jane C. McHugh, and Keith and Georgia Stevens.

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@ulrichmuseum ulrich.wichita.edu | Free Admission | 316.978.3664 | 1845 Fairmount

largest permanent collection of original art-

Visit tallgrassfimfest.com for screening

and Wichita-native Tom Otterness. Paved

work created by Blackbear Bosin, one of the

times, venues and ticket information.

walking paths and thoughtfully placed

founders of the Indian Center and creator of the Keeper of the Plains sculpture. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday.

Sedgwick County Zoo 5555 Zoo Blvd. | 316-660-WILD (9453) scz.org

Kansas’ No. 1 outdoor family attraction includes the 50,000-square-foot Slawson Family Tiger Trek. The Asian-themed area encompasses two tiger yards, glass viewing ports, a stream and pools plus homes for the endangered red panda and Burmese browantlered deer. After exploring Asia navigate along a twisting path to the Cessna Penguin Cove. Relax and watch the penguins as they dive, swim and play. Feeling adventurous?

A fifty-foot bridge will take you out of the market atmosphere of Nganda Village and immerse you in The Downing Gorilla Forest Reserve. Discover 3,000 animals of nearly 400 different species. Summer hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. March-October; winter hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. November-February. The zoo is open 364 days a year, closing only the day of Zoobilee. Visit website when planning your visit for more information.

Tallgrass Film Association Various Locations tallgrassfilmfest.com The Tallgrass Film Association presents year-round special screenings highlighting the best independent films from around the world as well as many of Wichita’s cultural locations and organizations in addition to the Tallgrass International Film Festival, a hallmark of the city’s cultural landscape and one of MovieMaker Magazine’s Top 25 Coolest Film Festivals on the Planet 2014.

An internationally recognized celebration of film, the 14th annual festival takes place Oct. 12-16 in and around downtown Wichita and screens close to 200 movies from dozens of countries around the world, including

Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State University 1845 Fairmount St. | 978-3664 ulrich.wichita.edu

The Ulrich Museum of Art develops and presents an endless stream of groundbreaking exhibitions, prominent guest speakers and compelling performances exploring modern and contemporary art. Included in the collection are works by Joan Miro, Gordon Parks, Robert Motherwell, Joan Mitchell and Alexander Calder. Educational programs give students and the public the opportunity to interact with exhibits and artists. The museum’s Martin H. Bush Outdoor Sculpture Collection, one of the top 10 outdoor sculpture collections in the U.S. (2006 Public Art Review magazine), is located throughout WSU’s 330-acre campus and is always open. Visitors can enjoy monumental works by such seminal figures as Henry Moore, Robert Indiana, Tom Otterness, Andy Goldsworthy and Louise Nevelson. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday-Friday and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; closed Mondays and major/ university holidays. Free admission, parking and guided group tours. Stop by gallery to pick up self-guided tour of the sculpture col-

seating invite visitors to stop for reflection and enjoy the lush landscape of the eight acres around the museum building. The Art Garden is available to visitors anytime.

Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. TuesdaySaturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays.

Closed Mondays and major holidays. Free admission on Saturdays. See $3-off coupon on inside back cover.

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum 204 S. Main | 265-9314 wichitahistory.org

Located in the heart of downtown Wichita in the original City Hall topped with its 170-foot tall clock tower, this exceptional AAM-accredited museum features four floors of special and long-term exhibits examining Wichita and Sedgwick County’s rich history and cultural heritage. The museum’s collection of 90,000 artifacts includes a Wichita-built 1916 Jones Six automobile, a full-scale Victorian home interior and many others embodying the area’s vibrant history from its settlement in the 1860s to the era of aviation and electric guitars. Special exhibits include the “The Electric Guitar, Wichita’s Instrument” and “The Art of Cecil McAli-

lection. See ad, page 7.

ster, designer of the Wichita Flag.” Museum

Wichita Art Museum 1400 W. Museum Blvd. | 268-4921

are open Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

wichitaartmuseum.org

Discover a nationally renowned collection of American art, including masterpieces

Exhibits, Heritage Square and the Gift Shop and weekends 1 to 5 p.m. Museum admission: $5 adults, $2 children (6-12). Group discounts available.

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by Mary Cassatt and Edward Hopper at one of the premier art museum in Kansas.

Peruse our galleries before experiencing fine food overlooking the beautiful scenery of the Arkansas River at the Muse Cafe. Shop in the unique Museum Store featuring an eclectic mix of artisanal items. Take a moment and gaze at Chihuly’s Confetti Chandelier and walk on art – Chihuly’s Persian

features, documentaries and shorts. The

Seaform Ceiling can be viewed from below

five-day festival also features four gala

and above. Complete your experience in the

events, epic parties, midnight screenings,

Living Room, our interactive family friendly

educational panels and workshops, a VIP

exhibition. The new Art Garden creates a

Filmmaker Lounge and more than 30 visit-

“roofless museum” with 11 sculptures, in-

ing filmmakers from across North America.

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Performances are Wednesday-Sunday evenings with weekend matinees at Century II Concert Hall. See ad, page 6.

Music Theatre Wichita Century II | 265-3107 MTWichita.org

Music Theatre Wichita will celebrate its 45th season in 2016 with five Broadway favorites written by composers who changed the face of musical theater. The season will start June 15-19 with “Nice Work if You Can Get It,” a treasure trove of Gershwin songs set amidst bootleggers and society folks in 1927. Disney’s beloved “Beauty and the Beast” will take the stage from June 29-July 3. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s popular musical “Oklahoma!” celebrates the American heartland July 13-17. “Jesus Christ Superstar,” by the incomparable Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, will be performed July 27-31. The season will culminate with “Mama Mia!” which enjoyed a 14-year run on Broadway. Music Theatre Wichita will be one of the first regional theaters in the nation to perform the ABBA-inspired musical when it premieres in Wichita Aug. 10-14, 19-21 at Century II. Each season features professional performers from New York and Hollywood, working hand in hand with gifted Midwestern artists to create fully orchestrated musical productions. Season tickets available.

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412 E. Douglas | 267-5915 wichitagalleryxii.com Conveniently located in downtown Wichita, this unique 37-year-old cooperative art gallery features original artworks by leading Kansas artists. The gallery offers works for sale in a wide range of mediums and styles suitable for home or office.

Works on display are both traditional and abstract, and include watercolors, oils, acrylics, pastels, prints, photography, pottery, sculpture and hand-blown glass. The gallery also features monthly rotating exhibits by member artists and invited guest artists.

Hours are Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (and by appointment) as well as Final Fridays from 5:30 to 10 p.m. See ad, page 5.

J. Rae’s Bakery New Market Square 2357 N. Maize Rd. | 721-0090 jraes.com/Wichita Whether it’s to satisfy your own craving or you need something sweet for a special

Extraordinary Breakfast and Lunch in Historic Old Town Setting

SERVING HOT AND ICED COFFEES

Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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someone or occasion, J. Rae’s offers the freshest of baked goods, ranging from cookies and cupcakes to cheesecakes and cake balls. Cookies come in six varieties, including iced cutout cookies, the perfect themed complement for a holiday gathering, birthday party, shower or tailgate party. The cupcakes are so fresh your guests will think they just came out of your oven. Flavors include strawberry, coconut, red velvet, German chocolate, carrot, lemon, chocolate, vanilla, Oreo, Snickers, peanut butter and chocolate chip cookie dough. Cookies and cupcakes are sold singly or by the dozen.

Made with farm-fresh cream, the vanilla, strawberry, chocolate chip and white chocolate cheesecakes come in three convenient sizes. Special orders welcome. Open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Saturday along Maize Road in NewMarket Square.

Karg Art Glass

111 N. Oliver, Kechi | 744-2442 rollinkarg.com Award-winning glass-blown art by Rollin Karg is found in private collections and galleries in this country and Europe. Watch the artisans work and choose from Karg creations as well as glass-blown objects and ceramic pieces by artists from across the country. Karg’s work, which has won numerous awards, has been featured in group and one-man shows at galleries and exhibits across the country. Watch the artisans blow glass 8:30 a.m. to noon Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Make an appointment and blow your own glass ornament or other piece. The gallery is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Pieces also are for sale at the Wichita Art Museum store. The studio and gallery are located in Kechi, just north of Wichita off I-135 (turn east at 61st Street exit) at the intersection of North Oliver and 61st Street. See ad on inside front cover.

Fireside Grille Wichita Marriott Hotel Kellogg and Webb Road | 651-0333 Our classic American steakhouse is a dining experience to be savored with friendly service in casual and comfortable

surroundings. The menu features hand-cut steaks, chops and seafood focusing on center of the plate presentation and an extensive wine list along with handcrafted classic cocktails highlighting bourbon spirits. For an appetizer enjoy the sautéed mussels with tomato and white wine sauce or the lump crab cakes with roasted red pepper aioli. Favorite entrees include seared sea bass with shrimp and lobster sauce, lamb chops with peppercorn mint glaze or one of our signature steaks from Creekstone Farms. Finish the evening with a chocolate cheesecake, tiramisu or a Bailey’s Sundae. Open 5 to 10 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

The Greatroom Wichita Marriott Hotel Kellogg and Webb Road | 651-0333 The Greatroom features a comfortable setting with an approachable menu emphasizing fresh ingredients and small plates.

Favorites include fresh-made pita chips with hummus, chipotle chicken skewers with cilantro dipping sauce, and soft pretzel sticks served with beer cheese and honey mustard bacon sauces. For entrees, try the fish tacos, wedge salad, ranchero burger or grilled chicken. An excellent place to gather with colleagues or friends to enjoy a signature cocktail or glass of wine. Open daily for breakfast with Sunday Brunch. Lunch and

wine, domestic and import beers. Bento lunch box served 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner served 5 to 9:30 p.m. from Monday to Saturday. Closed Sunday. Visit us on Facebook.

Red Robin

9990 E. 13th | 425-6300 redrobin.com For almost 45 years we’ve been dedicated to one thing -- the smile on your face after you take the first bite of your freshly prepared food, whether you’re craving one of our Gourmet Burgers, Salads, Wraps or Burgers. Our goal remains the same: to create the best experience for you, our guest.

Come see us soon in the Waterfront area.

Bar, appetizers, desserts, kids’ menu. Perfect place for parties. Call 316.425.6300 for seating, to-go orders or catering options. Open Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday until 11 p.m.

Sweet Basil

2424 N. Woodlawn | 651-0123 sweetbasilwichita.com

and miso soup; Korean side dishes include Kimchi. The menu includes appetizers like

SUNDAY:

Indian Brunch 11-3 (CLOSED EVENING)

2020 N. Woodlawn in Brittany Center 316-613-2474 • MyZaytun.com

renovated, this metropolitan restaurant offers a casual upscale dining experience, dynamic wine list and excellent service. The

includes Italian, European and Pacific Rim

healthy. Dine-in entrees are served with rice

FRIDAY-SATURDAY:

Lunch 11-3, Dinner 5-10

Sweet Basil has been a Wichita favor-

Hot Stone Korean Grill 3743 N. Rock Rd. | 425-7082

Korean food that is not only delicious but

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ite since its inception in 1991. Recently

new modern look is enhanced by artwork

for eight years, Hot Stone serves traditional

Daily Lunch Buffet • Catering Wide Range of Dinner Entrees

one of our new half-pound Black Angus

dinner served daily.

Led by owner-chef in a lovely setting

Fresh, Authentic Indian and Other Ethnic Cuisines

from local artists. The delectable menu specialties. The restaurant proudly serves Midwestern beef, known for its incredible taste and freshness. Voted Wichita’s Most Romantic Restaurant, Sweet Basil is also recognized for its outstanding hospitality and reputation for treating guests like family. From the regulars who have patronized the restaurant since its launch to those who

crispy or steamed Mandu (dumpling) and

have just discovered this gem tucked away

Japche (sweet potato noodle) as well as

in northeast Wichita, this is a dining experi-

entrees such as beef Bulgogi (tender sliced

ence for those who love food, family and a

beef), Korean BBQ (beef short rib and

friendly environment. Daily lunch buffet 11

country style pork rib) and Dolsot Bibimbap

a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Saturday; Sunday

(rice bowl). Various type of stews, such as

brunch buffet 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner

Sundubu (soft tofu stew), Kimchi stew and

served 4:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and

egg stew, are served in hot stone bowls. A

4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Res-

variety of spicy and teriyaki dishes with

ervations recommended for dinner groups

chicken, pork, salmon, shrimp and squid are

larger than four. Catering and large party

also available. Enjoy strawberry, mango and

delivery orders available.

green tea Mochi ice cream for dessert. Sake,

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riety of dishes. The Sunday brunch (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) buffet highlights Indian cuisine.

Villar’s Mexico Café 1860 S. Hillside | 264-1121

Dinner entrees (lamb, beef, chicken, seafood and vegetarian) feature authentic Persian,

The 45-year family tradition of serving the best Mexican food in Wichita dates back to mother Mary Villar Espinoza, who is grateful to Wichita for four decades of support. The family has now returned to its popular location from the 1970s and 1980s in southeast Wichita. There, the family continues its 45-year tradition of serving authentic Mexican food. Enjoy signature family recipes such as the deluxe burrito, special Monterey, famous flour tacos, chile rellenos and guacamole. Open for lunch and dinner six days a week: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. MondayThursday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Visit the other family-owned location, Mexico Café Delano, at 555 W. Douglas. Both locations serve original Villar family recipes, a taste Wichitans have enjoyed for four decades. For catering and frozen enchiladas by the dozen call 871-8686.

Mediterranean, Indian-Pakistani and Turkish cuisine served from 5 to 9 p.m. MondayThursday and until 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday.

Open for lunch 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. MondayThursday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. FridaySaturday. Closed Sunday evening. Choose a perfectly brewed pot of Persian or Moroccan tea made with fresh mint, Pakistani chai or a spicy mango lemonade to complement your meal. Catering available. See ad, page 11.

Eggcetera

242 N. Mosley | 263-1787 Extensive breakfast and lunch menu served in an exposed-brick setting in the

Zaytun

heart of Old Town. Breakfast menu features

2020 Woodlawn | 613-2474 myzaytun.com

create-your-own omelets, three kinds of quiche, sweet potato pancakes, huevos rancheros, Belgian malted waffle and

Since opening six years ago in Brittany Center, Zaytun (which means olive)

various egg sandwiches. For lunch, try a

has become known for its freshly prepared

cheeseburger, sandwich or panini (chicken

ethnic dishes, especially authentic Indian

pesto or club) served with choice of steak

cuisine. Locally owned, the restaurant offers

fries, house potatoes or Waldorf salad. Or

flavorful Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

dig into one of the house specialties: fajitas,

and Indian cuisine. Kebabs, dosa, chutneys,

chimichangas, carnitas chile verde, chicken

curries, dressings and sauces are made fresh

mole, super burro, enchilada suizas, steak

daily, and naan flat bread is served warm

camaron, egg chorizo burrito or tamales.

from the tandoor oven. Even the Greek

Entrée salads include a fajita taco salad,

yogurt is made on-site. A Monday-Saturday

applewood smoked bacon salad and shrimp

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salad. Kids’ menu. Enjoy a latte, espresso, mocha cappuccino or one of our iced coffee drinks (mocha, French vanilla, hazelnut and caramel) as well as Raspberry and Strawberry flavored iced tea. Open 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Friday and 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Catering available; site available for parties, weddings, showers, birthdays, private functions. Call for more information. See ad, page 11.

Mexico Café Delano 555 W. Douglas | 264-1121 Starting with Mary Villar Espinoza 45 years ago, this family continues the tradition of serving authentic Mexican food in Wichita. Located in the Delano District just west of downtown, this location, which opened in 2007, continues the longstanding tradition of serving home-cooked Mexican specialties as well as traditional dishes. Lunch specials Monday-Friday. Complimentary chips; beer available. Open Monday-Saturday for lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. Live music 7 to 9 p.m. Saturdays with owner William keys and serving light menu. Visit our other family-owned restaurant, now reopened at its former location from the 1970s at 1860 S. Hillside or our booth at the Old Town Farmer’s Market on Saturday mornings May-October. Catering available; for frozen enchiladas by the dozen call 871-8686.

The Monarch

579 W. Douglas | 201-6626 monarchwichita.com Located at the roundabout in the historic Delano District, this casual eatery features an eclectic menu complemented by local artwork and a wide variety of signature cocktails crafted from house-infused vodkas.

A selection of more than 200 craft bourbons makes The Monarch a destination for whiskey enthusiasts. All sandwiches are created with house-smoked meats, including local favorites such as the Roundabout (sliced smoked ham layered with apple slices, brie and Dijon mustard). House-smoked Monarch Wings, St. Louis-style ribs and Smoked Chicken Alfredo are also menu stand-outs.

Menu also includes soups, salads and sides such as sweet potato tots. Open 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday-Saturday and noon to midnight on Sunday.

Le Monde Café & Deli 602 N. West St. | 943-4347

DeFazio’s

2706 Amidon | 838-0709 For 34 years, chef-owner Pietro DeFazio’s extensive and authentic menu has made this family-owned and operated Italian restaurant a local favorite. It was recently voted Favorite Italian Restaurant in the Wichita Eagle Reader’s Choice contest; other awards include Best Quaint Italian eatery, Best Lasagna and Best of Wichita.

Specialties include homemade lasagna, manicotti, antipasto, a variety of pasta and pizza, submarine sandwiches, calzone, steaks and seafood. The menu also features an array of appetizers, soups and homemade desserts, including cannoli. DeFazio’s grinds its own sausage, and makes the breads and sauces fresh every day. Children’s menu, Italian wines, carry-out and private party room for special occasions. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Open Wednesday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Reservations accepted for parties of eight or more.

See ad, page 13.

Legends at DoubleTree

by Hilton Wichita Airport 2098 Airport Rd. | 945-1966 LegendsWichita.com

A long-standing local favorite, Legends Restaurant and Lounge is the ideal location for meeting up with friends or business colleagues. From the Whiskey Steak Tournedos

With a setting much like that of a European café, Le Monde features delicious French, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine that is authentic yet affordable. Every dish is made from scratch using the freshest ingredients -- the melt-in-your mouth complimentary biscuits are a local favorite. Enjoy lunch or dinner in a casual and relaxed atmosphere, surrounded by art, ranging from Raku pottery to nouveau fine art. Top off a great bistro meal with cappuccino and dessert: Choose from Le Monde’s many delectable French pastries or savor the rich layers of freshly made baklava. Across from Plaza West shopping center near Central and West Street. Open daily at 11 a.m.; dine until 9 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 10 p.m.

Friday-Saturday. Closes at 3 p.m. on Sunday.

Town & Country 4702 W. Kellogg | 943-0761 A family-owned and operated restaurant serving family dining at affordable prices since 1958. Mesquite-grilled USDA Choice aged steaks, prime rib, hand-breaded chicken-fried steaks, grilled or fried seafood, chicken, hamburgers, and a full selection of salads and sandwiches. Homemade cinnamon rolls served with entrees are a 50-year tradition. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Breakfast served daily until 11:30 a.m. Friendly service, relaxing atmosphere for business travelers. Lobster and prime rib available daily. Special prices for children and senior citizens. Full bar service starts at 5 p.m.

with Dijon peppercorn demi-glace or the Porterhouse Pork Chop with apple chutney,

daily. See ad, page 15.

you will discover a world of tasteful delicacies right here in west Wichita. Legendary evening specials: T-Bone Tuesdays, Big Rib Eye Wednesdays, Saturday’s Seafood Buffet and Sunday’s Champagne Brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Don’t forget half-price bottles of wine every Monday and Friday.

Satisfy your sweet cravings with a delectable dessert like the DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie cheesecake or chocolate soufflé. In a time crunch for lunch? Try our weekday hot lunch buffet. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. See ad, page 14.

Wichita Times

111 N. Mosley Ste. 201 | 264-5850 wichitatimesonline.com This locally owned company, founded in 1993, publishes the semi-annual Wichita Times Dining&More and annual TravelKansas magazines. Up-to-date information about Wichita and Kansas events can be found at wichitatimesonline.com. Listings from this magazine are found there as well as wichitadiningandmore.com.

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Yoga with Dana Riffel 1629 Harlan | 945-8188 Whether you’re a local resident or Wichita visitor, soothing and energizing yoga classes are available on a drop-in basis at the studio of Dana Riffel. Regular classes for all levels are Mondays at 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. She also can schedule private sessions or create custom programs for groups or businesses.

Call to register and for directions.

running outdoor theatre in Kansas; Swedish Dancers and two performing brass bands.

Anatoly Karpov, Russian chess grandmaster/former World Champion, opened his only U.S. Chess School here. Worldrenowned artist Birger Sandzén taught at Bethany College and his works form the core of the Sandzen Memorial Gallery.

Other Main Street highlights include the Small World Gallery and studio of National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson and the only U.S. Dala horse factory where artists hand paint each wooden sign.

area’s settlers. Markers and ruts denote where the Santa Fe Trail crossed the county (call number above for a map). Upcoming events include the Marion Country Fair Ladies Day Out, Feb. 27; Antique Tractor & Engine Show, Lehigh, May 30; Chingawassa Days, Marion, June 3-5; Bluegrass on the Lake, Marion County Lake, June 18; Marion Garden Tour, June 25; Peabody 94th Annual 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks Extravaganza, largest ground fireworks display in Kansas, July 4; and Ram ona Redneck Parade & 4th of July Celebration, July 4.

Marion County 620-382-8830 growmarioncounty.com

Lindsborg 1-888-227-2227 visitlindsborg.com An easy drive north of Wichita on I-135, Lindsborg is home to many contemporary and Scandinavian boutiques, art galleries and museums as well as the longest continuous performance of Handel’s “Messiah” in North America; Broadway RFD, the longest

Nestled on the edge of the Flint Hills and only an hour’s drive northeast of Wichita, Marion County offers recreational opportunities at Marion Reservoir and Marion County Park and Lake as well as antique shopping, shady city parks, restaurants and lodging. While in Marion County, visit the Mennonite Heritage and Agricultural Museum in Goessel, the Harvey House Museum in Florence and the 1880s Main Street in Peabody to get a glimpse into the

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CityArts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cowtown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DeFazio’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Eggcetera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Exploration Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gallery XII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Greatroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hot Stone Korean Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

J. Rae’s Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Karg Art Glass . . . . . . . . . . inside front cover Le Monde Café & Deli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Legends at Doubletree

by Hilton Wichita Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lindsborg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Marion County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mexico Café Delano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mid-America All-Indian Center . . . . . . . . . .

Monarch, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Music Theatre Wichita . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Newton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Red Robin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sedgwick County Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sweet Basil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tallgrass Film Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Town & Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ulrich Museum of Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Villar’s Mexico Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wichita Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wichita Grand Opera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Wichita Women’s Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Zaytun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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