Wichita Prime Timers

Senior Wednesday: A Decade of Harvester Arts w/Kristin Beal, at Advanced Learning Library, 711 W. Second.
2025-08-13 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago)
Free Admission. Learn about the first 10 years of this local arts organization from Co-Founder and Executive Director, Kristin Beal. For more information see: https://wichitalibrary.libnet.info/event/13225013.

Pitch Night, at Mike & Joe's
2025-08-13 19:00 - 22:00
As part of Happiness Happens Month, what makes this group happy is playing cards together, like Pitch and UNO. Remember it’s also National Peach Month when deciding what to bring to add to our favorite snacks and beverages bar

Senior Thursday at the Kansas Aviation Museum, 3350 South George Washington Boulevard
2025-08-14 10:00 - 12:00
Free Admission. Cindy Weigand. Cindy is the author of “Big Jack, Cowboy Aviator,” which is a wonderful historical fiction novel that weaves fact and fiction together to tell an amazing story. Presentation starts at 10am, admission for Senior Thursday is free. Sponsored by Skyward Credit Union.

AARP KS 90TH Social Security Anniversary at Botanica Gardens, 701 N. Amidon
2025-08-14 14:00 - 16:00
On National Social Security Day, AARP is celebrating at Botanica with free admission, live music and engaging community activities, however you must register in advance! For more information and to register, go to: https://events.aarp.org/event/00c3ad45-4bb6-48ec-bef5-92a7b4256391/summary?environment=P2&i=NQ0P_K-e2UWuHCsMdWGQaA&locale=en-US

Tacos & Car Show at Taco Shop, 601 N. West Street
2025-08-15 18:00 - 20:00
As part of Family Fun Month, we’re going to try this event which we had to reschedule from last month due to a sudden downpour. We’ll begin with dinner at Taco Shop. You can view their daily specials and menu at: https://www.tacoshop.biz/menu. Then afterwards, we’ll walk out to the parking lot to see all of the variety of cars on display. If you’re not partial to Taco Shop, there are several eateries at Plaza West.

Founders Celebration at Wichita United Church of Christ, 5200 E. 31st St. South
2025-08-16 18:30 - 20:00
On Break the Monotony Day, we’re celebrating our 26th Anniversary with food, and honors and recognition. More information to come later.

Coffee With The Guys at Kelly's Family Diner, 1825 S. Broadway
2025-08-19 09:00 - 10:00
Reserved. On National Potato Day, we’re going to Kelly’s. They have many potato dishes on their menu, see: https://kellysfamilydiner.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/kellymenu.pdf.

Senior Wednesday at Ulrich Museum at Wichita State University
2025-08-20 10:00 - 11:30
Free Admission. On National Radio Day, we’re going to learn about the Fall Exhibition from Curation Talk. 10 AM is refreshments and the program begins at 10:30 AM in the Collection Study Center.

Lunch With The Guys at Sweet Allie B's, 707 N. Waco
2025-08-22 11:30 - 13:00
Reserved.
Although it may be National Panini Month, it’s been years since we were here last. You may want to refresh your memory of their menu: https://www.sweetalliebs.com/restaurunt-menu.

Hot Dogs and Hamburgers and Pool Party at Mike & Joe's,
2025-08-23 18:00 - 20:00
It’s Valentino Day, but do we really need a holiday to enjoy hot dogs and hamburgers and a dip in the pool on a hot summer’s day? No. We’ll provide the hot dogs, hamburgers, buns, and condiments. You bring the sides and desserts to share, since it’s also National Sponge Cake Day. Be sure to bring your towels and swim suit for the pool.

Sunday Brunch at Rain, 518 E. Douglas
2025-08-24 11:30 - 13:00
It’s National Waffle Day and I hope waffles are on the buffet. Be sure to answer the Punchbowl invitation so that we can know how many to plan for.

Pitch Night at Bob's
2025-08-27 19:00 - 22:00
This is not a World Rock Paper Scissors (Day) decision; well, maybe if we have to decide on which card game to play first. Remember it’s also National Banana Lovers Day when deciding what to bring to our favorite snacks and beverages bar.

Dining OUT at El Mexico Cafe, 2544 S. Seneca
2025-08-28 18:30 - 20:00
Reserved.
Here is another place that we haven’t been to in a while. It’s a favorite of ours because we knew the parents and have watched their children grow up and take over the business. It may be National Cherry Turnover Day, but instead of turnovers, how about cheesecake?

Guys Night OUT at J's Lounge, 513 E. Central
2025-08-29 19:00 - 22:00
On Individual Rights Day, how about your right to PARTY! Come out and enjoy the company of other Prime Timer friends.

Video Nite at Jim and George's, 9380 East Wilson Estates Courts
2025-08-31 19:00 - 22:00
Jim and George often have movies to choose from, but if you really would like to see a particular movie, bring it. Jim and George also put out wonderful spread, but since it’s National Trail Mix Day, we should contribute something to our communal concession stand.

Labor Day CookOUT & Pool Party
2025-09-01 11:00 - 17:00
Let’s begin the month with a bang, well not like the 4th of July pool party, but just as much fun! This is our annual homage to the end of summer and retiring the pool for another year. For our new members and friends, bring what protein you want to have grilled. Richard, our grill master, will begin firing up the grill by 11:30 AM Bring a side dish or dessert to share. If you’re going to get into the pool, and you should for the last time, bring your bathing suit and towel. Or a funny one will be provided for you. There will be some games available or just relax and visit.

Senior Wednesday at Wichita Art Museum, 1400 W. Museum Blvd.
2025-09-03 10:00 - 12:00
90 Years of American Art. It’s WAM’s 90th Birthday, and they’re celebrating with a Birthday Party and lecture of the past 90 years of art collection. $2 admission for non WAM members. Coffee and Bagels are free at 10 AM and lecture starts at 10:30 AM. And for this special occasion, the gift shop offers attendees 20% off of everything in the Museum Store. For more information go to: https://wam.org/event/senior-wednesday-sept2025/.

Celebrations at Felipe's Mexican Restaurant, 2241 N. Woodlawn.
2025-09-04 18:30 - 20:00
Reserved. It may be National Eat An Extra Dessert Day which is fitting for our September Birthday Boys and Anniversary Couples. It’s also Hispanic Heritage Month and Mark suggested Felipe’s. We are reserved, but they won’t seat us until we’re all there; so, get there on time. You can see their menu at: https://www.felipes1967.com/felipes-original-menu.

Senior Day at the Kansas State Fair, Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 North Poplar, Hutchinson, Kansas
2025-09-05 10:00 - 15:00
It’s World Fun Fair Month, and opening day is sponsored by the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services. Admission is only $2. I’m going to be driving and leaving my house at 9 AM early but I’ll be returning early, like leaving the fair at 2 PM. If anyone wants to ride with me, text or call me at 573-9934. Always during fair week, there is a really hot day, a really cold day, a rainy day, and a sunny day, so dress appropriately. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, and bring money for fair food and treats. For more information, see: https://www.kansasstatefair.com/events/2025/day-sponsor—kansas-department-for-aging-and-disability-services-young-at-heart-day.

Breakfast With The Guys at Cracker Barrel West, 619 S. Ridge Rd.
2025-09-06 09:00 - 10:00
On International Bacon Day and to celebrate Better Breakfast Month. You can see their menu at: https://www.crackerbarrel.com/-/media/Project/cb-brandsite/brandsite/pdfs/breakfast_menu.pdf?rev=c189e169e3e740f685353994a9dcea33&hash=703BC00B87C1B4AF45B0D850ED54BF63.

Oxford Watermelon Feed, Napawalla Park, Napawalla and West Clark in southwest section of Oxford, Kansas
2025-09-06 13:00 - 17:00
Steve G. invites Prime Timers to join he and Junior as they visit the Oxford Watermelon Festival. There will be a car show, food trucks, Cornhole and Horseshoe tournaments, cake walk, and free watermelon. Admission is free but you’ll need to bring money if you wish to purchase food or drink. Again, wear comfortable shoes. Call or text Steve, at 620-288-0091,

Bowling¸ WSU Rhatigan Student Center
2025-09-06 15:30 - 17:30
Although it may be National Play Outside day, we’re going to play inside to bowl. It’s been a couple of months since we’ve bowled and our bowling will reflect that. Come and show us up. Bowling rates are $6.50 per game, shoe rental is $3.25. We generally play two games.

81 Speedway,7700 N. Broadway, Park City.
2025-09-06 19:00 - 21:00
Bumper to Bumper WIX Filters Night/ASCS National Sprint Cars. You’re welcome to car pool from Mike & Joe’s house leaving at 6 PM. For more information and admission costs see: https://www.81speedway.com/profile/?r=543276&rt=sch&cr=0&crt= or call Mike at 945-4847.

Orie's Garlic Fest, Old Town Plaza & Public At The Brickyard, at 1st & Mosley.
2025-09-07 11:00 - 15:00
Enjoy the smells of garlic as you walk the streets in Old Town Plaza and The Brickyard. This is an annual event by the owners of Orie’s Farm Fresh and vendors, food artisans, and handmade artists of all things garlic. For more information and registration, go to: https://www.oriesgarlicfest.com.

Antiquing at Paramount Antique Mall, 13200 W. US Hwy 54
2025-09-07 12:00 - 13:30
It’s National Grandparents Day, congratulations to all our members who are grandfathers.
You don’t have to be a grandparent to go antiquing. Scott said that last time they had so much fun, they want to do it again. It’s also National Beer Lover’s Day and National Salami Day, so they may go out to eat afterwards. Which is a better suggestion than how they wanted to celebrate National Feel The Love Day.

Senior Wednesday: The Wichita Ghost Craze of 1893-94, at Advanced Learning Library, 711 West Second
2025-09-10 13:30 - 14:30
Free Admission. During Read A New Book Month, we’re going to learn a scary time of reported hauntings. Sounds like fun! But keep the lights on.

Pitch Night, at Mike & Joe's
2025-09-10 19:00 - 22:00
National Quiet Day doesn’t really work for us, not when we’re playing cards. Join us for either Pitch or UNO and other assorted card games. And if you’re wondering what to bring to add to our favorite snacks and beverages bar, remember it’s Crayfish Party, and National Waffle Week. Hey, Crayfish on a Raft, wonderful!

Senior Thursday at Kansas Aviation Museum, 3350 S. George Washington Blvd
2025-09-11 10:00 - 12:00
Free Admission.

Senior Thursday –
September
Join us Thursday, September 11th for Senior Thursday with K-State Salina Aviation Department Head, Tysen Pina. Tysen spent several years in the United States Air Force with over 100 flying combat missions and overseeing operations as an E-8C Mission Crew Commander. Tysen now leads the aviation department of K-State Salina that facilitates over 17,000 annual flight hours. Don’t miss this incredible Senior Thursday.

Program at 10:00am
Sponsored by Skyward Credit Union

Fraud Basics: The Scam Landscape & Staying Safe, Advanced Learning Center (Conference Room A), 711 W. 2nd Street.
2025-09-11 12:30 - 13:30
This is an AARP Community Event about the latest scams and sharing of tips and resources that can help protect you and your loved ones from fraud. It’s a free event with light refreshments, but you must register. For more information and registration go to: https://aarp.cvent.com/c/calendar/f501e505-0e1e-40b6-97bb-e79bce9b886a.

Lunch With The Guys at Albero's, 2684 North Greenwich Rd
2025-09-12 11:30 - 13:00
Reserved. For Chef Appreciation Week, I had two recommendations for Albero’s. We’re going to their new location since they have moved from their old location at Oliver and Central. Their menu is the same, https://alberobistro.com/wichita-albero-bistro-food-menu.
