Happy Mardi Gras
2022-03-01

Senior Wednesday at the Art Museum, 1400 W. Museum Blvd.
2022-03-02 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
On National Old Stuff Day, we’re going to the American Art Deco Gallery Exhibition to see the latest exhibit, American Art Deco: Designing For The People 1918-1939. Admission is $5, or Free for Art Museum members.

Celebrations at Ourr’s Family Dining, 1606 S. Georgetown St.
2022-03-03 18:30 - 20:00
Reserved. Since we had to cancel this event in February, at this location, due to the weather, I rescheduled in
hopes that this date will be better. It’s National Canadian Bacon Day and National Cold Cuts Day. I think
Ourr’s can do better with their hot and cold food buffet of both American and Oriental foods.

Breakfast with the Guys at Doo Dah Diner, 206 E. Kellogg
2022-03-05 09:00 - 10:00
In celebration of National Caffeine Awareness Month, we’re going back to Doo Dah Diner. It’s been like almost two months since we’ve
been there. While not reserved, we have a friend in the business, John Paul, who will have us on the list. I feel like it’s Studio 54 all over again! Remember that their parking is tight and at a premium, on the best of days, so get there early so we can all be seated together. In fact, John Paul said that we will not be seated until everyone is there. So, I told him that to seat whoever is there at 9 AM
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Pitch Night at Mike & Joe’s 921 N. Bebe
2022-03-09 19:00 - 22:00
I think we’ll see an example here as to why Panic Day and National Get Over It Day is on the same date. It’s National Meatball Day and National Crab Meat Day; just a hint in case you’re wondering what to bring to our favorite snacks and beverages bar.

Senior Thursday at Kansas Aviation Museum, 3350 S. George Washington Blvd.
2022-03-10 10:00 - 11:00
On this International Day of Awesomeness, Jesse Romo, the Director of Wichita Airports will be the guest speaker. And since it’s National Blueberry
Popover Day, we’ll probably go somewhere to eat afterwards.

Lunch With The Guys at Deano’s Grill & Tapworks, 9747 E. 21st St. N., Ste. 101
2022-03-11 11:30 - 13:00
Reserved. Even though it’s National Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day (which sounds good, by the way), we’re going to have lunch at Deano’s. You can view their menu at: www.deanosict.com/menu.

Bowling at Seneca Bowl, 1909 S. Seneca
2022-03-12 15:30 - 17:30
If you can tear yourself away from your pansy friends as it is National Plant A Flower Day, I invite you to come bowl with us. Bowling is much like gardening only with your hardy pansy friends. Come as a bowler or as an observer. And since it’s also National Baked Scallops Day, we’ll probably
go somewhere to eat a burger.

Daylight Savings Begins
2022-03-13
Enough said.

Board Meeting at Country Cafe, 2804 S. Seneca.
2022-03-14 18:30 - 20:00
Reserved. Join us, on National Pi Day for a hot, home like cooked meal and to discuss the business and events of our chapter. Be sure to order something with potato chips as it is National Potato Chip Day, and don’t forget to order pi.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!
2022-03-17

Potluck/Business Meeting at Haysville United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, 601 E. Grand in Haysville
2022-03-19 18:30 - 20:00
Reserved. Although it’s Post St. Patrick’s Day we’re going to have our annual Hot Potato Bar. We’ll bring the hot potatoes and you bring the sides and toppings. However, since it’s also National Poultry Day and National Corn Dog Day, I’ll entertain foods honoring those holidays as well. And don’t forget desserts as it is National Chocolate Caramel Day. And unless we have a guest speaker, we’ll have Bingo. Here’s your opportunity to re-gift those fabulous Post Valentine’s and/or Christmas gifts, just re-bag them and nobody will be the wiser.

Start of Spring (Spring Equinox)
2022-03-20

Coffee With The Guys at Panera Bread, 3337 E. Central, Suite 101
2022-03-22 09:00 - 10:00
It’s As Young As You Feel Day (at 9 AM, Daylight Savings Time) and National Goof Off Day, now that’s a holiday I can take to the sofa. But first, we’ll share a cup of Joe, Bill or Ted, or whoever, and a roll at Panera Bread. You can see their menu at: www.panerabread.com/en-us/menu/categories/breakfast.html .

Pitch Night at Tracy’s, 2914 Grail.
2022-03-23 19:00 - 22:00
While it is National Near Miss Day, don’t you miss this opportunity to play cards again with your friends. And if you’re wondering what to bring to add to our favorite snacks and beverages bar, it’s National Chip & Dip Day and National Melba Toast Day. Here’s to you, Melba.

Guys Night OUT at J’s Lounge, 513 E. Central
2022-03-25 19:00 - 22:00
With it being International Waffle Day and National Pecan Day, sounds like we should have gone to Waffle House. But you may find a couple of nuts probably reading Tolkien since it’s also Tolkien Reading Day. You’ll never know unless you try. Come out to listen to the music and possibly pool if the table’s available.

Bowling at Seneca Bowl, 1909 S. Seneca.
2022-03-26 15:30 - 17:30
Since it’s Make Up Your Own Holiday, I proclaim this day as Come Out To Bowl Day since National Bowling Day is already taken and not until the second Saturday in August. Come out to bowl, regardless of your skill level, or join our many fans and audience without skills. And since it’s Spinach Day, in honor of Popeye, we’ll probably go somewhere to grab a burger afterwards.

Dining OUT at JAX Restaurant & Bar, 9719 E. 21st St. N.
2022-03-31 18:30 - 20:00
Reserved. JAX is one of those dining places saved for special events. However, remember we had a good showing at Bella Luna in January. We’re reserved in a room for twelve, however, if we have more, they will seat us in a bigger room but I have to call a day ahead. For that reason, I need you to please RSVP to me at mendozamdm@aol.com or text me at 316-573-9934 by Tuesday, March 29th as I will have to cancel or confirm by Wednesday, March 30th. To see their menu, go to: www.wichitajax.com/menu. And to celebrate National Cream Cheese Frosting Day, order the Carrot Cake.

Breakfast With The Guys at Jimmie’s Egg, 106 S. Hydraulic, (Hydraulic & Douglas).
2022-04-02 09:00 - 10:00
It may be National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, but I think Jimmie’s Egg can do better than that as you can see from their menu: www.jimmysegg.com/breakfast. Jimmie’s Egg doesn’t take reservations, so whoever gets there first, grab a table for six or eight, and a cute waiter. I mean, secure a table, and ask for a cute waiter.

Senior Thursday at Kansas Aviation Museum, 3350 Washington Boulevard
2022-04-04 10:00 - 11:00
A special event preempts the regular monthly Senior Thursday. Col. Nick Hauge will talk about his time aboard the International Space Station in 2019. Admission is free, however, you must have a ticket. For tickets go to: www.eventbrite.com/e/kams-senior-thursday-with-space-colonel-nick-hague-tickets-297336470387. Then on Saturday, April 23rd, there will be a book sale. Doors open at 9 AM and you can fill up a bag for $10.

Senior Wednesday at Wichita Art Museum, 1400 West Museum Boulevard
2022-04-06 10:30 - 12:00
A Taste of Jazz, a special presentation by Frances Calloway Jackson who shares about the history of this well loved Wichita Music festival. Enjoy a live performance by Jazz Play, a group of local accomplished musicians performing traditional jazz standards. Admission is $2 and free for WAM members.

Pitch Night at Mike & Joe’s, 921 N. Bebe
2022-04-06 19:00 - 22:00
What a great mash up! It’s Tartan Day, National Walking Day, Sorry Charlie Day and Plan Your Epitaph Day. It takes a very brave man to walk around in a Tartan kilt on a breezy April Kansas day. Of course, all it takes is one stiff gust and it’s Sorry Charlie, and your epitaph will read, He Died of Embarrassment. Or you can play cards with us, Pitch or UNO. And you’re welcome to bring your favorite snacks, like Hostess Twinkies (Day) and (National) Caramel Popcorn (Day) to add to our favorite snacks and beverages bar. Don’t forget your kilt.

Celebrations at Spear’s Restaurant & Pie Shop, 4323 W. Maple St.
2022-04-07 18:30 - 20:00
Reserved. It’s National No Housework Day, which includes cooking dinner! I don’t know about burritos since it’s National Burrito Day, but at Spear’s they have a Monterey special on Thursdays. And although it’s National Coffee Cake Day, they do have free slice of pie with your meal on Thursdays. You can view their menu at: www.spearsrestaurant.com/menus/index.html.

Day of Silence
2022-04-08
Started in 1996 by Maria Pulzetti at the University of Virginia. Day of Silence is an annual observance to bring awareness to bullying of GLBT+ students by taking a vow of silence for the whole day. It is sponsored by the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN). For more information see: www.calendarr.com/united-states/day-of-silence.

Bowling at Seneca Bowl, 1909 S. Seneca.
2022-04-09 15:30 - 17:30
It’s National Catch and Release Day, that’s how we bowl! Come out and join us either as a bowler or a spectator, or both. And since it’s Chinese Almond Cookie Day, we’ll probably go somewhere afterwards for a burger.

Board Meeting at Country Cafe, 2804 S. Seneca
2022-04-11 18:30 - 20:00
Oh my goodness! It’s National Cheese Fondue Day and National Eight Track Tape Day, now those were the days, my friend. We thought they would never end, like our board meetings. Come out and join us for a good hot meal and plans for the upcoming events. And, although it’s also National Submarine Day, I’m going to save that celebration for when Mike opens the pool.

Potluck/Business Meeting at Hilltop Manor Clubhouse, 1411 S. Oliver.
2022-04-16 18:30 - 20:00
Reserved. Although it’s Mushroom Day and National Eggs Benedict Day, Spring weather can still be a little iffy. That’s why I’m leaning more towards a Soup or Salad theme. If it’s cold, bring a soup, and if it’s warm, bring a salad. “Soup” can be a stew or a chili or even a casserole. And “Salad” can be a green salad, ham salad or a chicken salad, you decide. It’s also Husband Appreciation Day, so don’t forget the desserts, like Jello Salad. And with any luck, we’ll have a surprise guest speaker. Well, it’ll be a surprise,if he makes it.

Pitch Night at Tracy’s, 2914 Grail
2022-04-20 19:00 - 22:00
I thought Look Alike Day meant that we should look like someone else. Like I wished that Kyle looked like Al Parker, although he did come very close when we were young. Anyway, while you’re contemplating what to bring to add to our favorite snacks and beverages bar, remember it’s National Pineapple Upside Down Day. Just remember to hold it from the bottom.

Earth Day
2022-04-22

Lunch With The Guys at Shanghai Restaurant, 3815 E. Harry
2022-04-22 11:30 - 13:00
On this Earth Day we’re going to celebrate with Chinese and American food. The buffet is $10.99 plus tax for seniors, although I’m sure that they tax everyone alike. And since it’s Oklahoma Day, here’s a shout out to our brothers in Tulsa and Oklahoma City.
