Wichita Prime Timers

Pitch Night at Bob's
2024-07-17 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
It may be National Lottery Day, but you have better chances of winning by playing cards with our guys. And, in case you’re wondering what to bring to add to our favorite snacks and beverages bar, it’s National Hot Dog Day!

Picnic In The Park at Sim Park, 2020 W. Murdock
2024-07-19 11:30 - 13:00
In honor of National Picnic Month, and in honor of our late President, Bill Hodges, we’re going to return to Sim Park for a picnic outside just as Bill had suggested. We’ll have a small grill and hot dogs available or you can bring your own lunch and just enjoy the great outdoors. We’ve been lucky so far with the weather.

Potluck/Business Meeting at Pine Valley Christian Church, 5620 E. 21st St. N.
2024-07-20 18:30 - 20:00
Continuing to honor with National Picnic Month, as well as Beans Month, Lasagna Awareness Month, National Horseradish Month and National Ice Cream Month, our theme will be picnic foods. Our guest speaker will be Chris Pumpelly, Director of Proud of Wichita, the gay Chamber of Commerce. Yeah, we met him in Central Riverside Park during the Big Gay Market Day.

Dining OUT at Outback Steakhouse, 433 S. Ridge Rd.
2024-07-24 18:30 - 20:00
Reserved.
Forget National Drive-Thru Day, we’re returning to Outback for a nice sit down dinner. Last time we were here there were over a dozen of us. Let’s check out those specials again: https://www.outback.com/order/menu/wichita-s-ridge-rd.

Guys Night OUT at J's Lounge, 519 E. Central.
2024-07-26 19:00 - 22:00
I think the last time we celebrated All or Nothing Day, we practically got arrested. So, we’re going to try our luck again!
Come out for the music, stay for the gossip. Remember Dirty Laundry, 1982? https://www.tiktok.com/@ilovethee80s/video/7191182696264011051.

Bowling, WSU Bowling Alley in the Rhatigan Student Center, lower level
2024-07-27 15:30 - 17:30
Since we don’t know whether we’ll have six people so we could rent an alley for $29.95 on Saturdays, let’s pay $6 per person, for walk ins and take our chances. Shoe rental is $3.

Video Nite at Sparky's
2024-07-28 19:00 - 22:00
It’s World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, so if you see any, invite them. Sparky, I’m sure, will have a few suggestions for movies, as well as invite suggestions. And since it’s National Milk Chocolate Day, consider that to add to our communal concession stand.

Coffee With The Guys at R Coffeehouse, 1144 N. Bitting
2024-07-30 10:00 - 11:00
It’s National Cheesecake Day. I don’t know if they have that on their menu, but they have expanded their menu since we were here last. https://www.facebook.com/RCoffeeHouseRiverside. If it’s nice outside, we’ll sit outside, otherwise we’ll be inside.

Senior Wednesday, at the Kansas African American Museum, 601 N. Water
2024-07-31 10:00 - 11:30
The Kansas African American Museum hosts Senior Wednesday when there is a 5th Wednesday in the month.
This month, TKAAM will have as their guest speaker, Negro League Author Phil S. Dixon who will present on the historical significance of Leroy “Satchel” Paige, African American Baseball and the National Baseball Congress Tournament. Admission is free.

GAYme Night at Scott's
2024-07-31 19:00 - 22:00
Gayme Night is when there is a fifth Wednesay in the monthly schedule. Gayme Night is not just about cards, but board games as well. For a few suggestions as to what to bring to our favorite snacks and beverages bar, you might was to remember that it’s National Avocado Day, National Rasberry Cake Day, National Jump For Jelly Beans Day, and National Ice Cream Month, just to mention a few.

Celebrations at Spear's Restaurant and Pie Shop, 4323 W. Maple.
2024-08-01 18:00 - 20:00
Reserved. It’s Homemade Pie Day, so the choice to go to Spear’s was easy one since we get a free slice of pie on Thursdays anyway. For their menu, see: https://www.spearsrestaurant.com/files/2015/11/spears-lunch-dinner.pdf.

Breakfast with the Guys, at Denny's, 4324 E. Harry
2024-08-03 09:00 - 10:00
Not reserved. It’s National Mustard Day and National Watermelon Day so naturally I thought of Denny’s, after Joe’s suggestion. Denny’s offers discounts for AARP members as well as military. After breakfast, and a nap, we’ll go where we can (National) Grab Some Nuts (Day) at…

Automobilia, Downtown Wichita, 30th Annual Moonlight Car Show. S. Ida and Douglas
2024-08-03 16:00 - 20:00
Free admission. Let’s meet at the corner of South Ida and Douglas where Five Guys and Fries are at as our starting point at 4 PM. Bring a good pair of walking shoes and possibly a hat. We’ll stroll down on both sides of Douglas and see how far we can get. Don’t forget to look for Paul’s convertible. You can’t miss it with three flags. For more information see: http://www.kansascarshows.com.

National Night OUT at Braum's, 201 N. Seneca.
2024-08-06 21:00 - 22:00
Why not combine a little seriousness with a little fun. National Night OUT is intended to bring neighbors and law enforcement into a sense of community. After ice cream, we can walk it off with a walk in Sim Park and pick up trash.

Senior Wednesday at Wichita Art Museum, 1400 W Museum Blvd.
2024-08-07 10:00 - 12:00
On National Opportunity Day we’re taking the opportunity to see the Annie Liebovitz/Work exhibit. Admission is $2 for non WAM members and free for WAM members which includes the Annie Liebovitz/Work exhibit at no extra cost, a $12 value.

Senior Thursday at the Kansas Aviation Museum, 3350 S. George Washington Blvd.
2024-08-08 10:00 - 11:00
Free Admission.

Senior Thursday

Join us Thursday, August 8th for Senior Thursday with Jesse Romo. Jesse leads the Wichita Airport Authority and has been instrumental in Kansas Aviation for years, previously leading KDOT -Aviation. You’ll enjoy this special presentation.

Program at 10am
Sponsored by Skyward Credit Union

Lunch With The Guys at Scotch & Sirloin, 5325 E. Kellogg.
2024-08-09 11:30 - 13:00
Reserved.
I’m such a people pleaser, I had promised three different people that we would have lunch at their suggested place. But the people at potluck have spoken and S&S is their choice. You can see their lunch menu, sans prices, at: https://www.scotchandsirloin.net/lunch-menu.

CookOUT and Pool Party at Mike and Joe's , 921 N. Bebe
2024-08-10 11:00 - 15:00
We’re going to sacrifice National Bowling Day for a day in the sun. Bring something to throw on the grill, grills will start at 11:30 AM, and a side dish to share. Bring your swim suit and a towel so after we eat, and wait the obligatory half an hour, we’ll play volleyball, or a similar facsimile, in the pool or play cards on the veranda.

Gay Uncles Day
2024-08-11
Take your Guncle out to eat and meet a nice man. And if you have more than one, take them to meet each other.

Board Meeting at Riverside Cafe, 739 W. 13th St. N.
2024-08-12 18:30 - 20:00
I believe we had Board Meeting last year on this same day, National Vinyl Record Day. We’ll be processing (panicking) last minute details for our upcoming 25th Anniversary.

Senior Wednesday at Advanced Learning Library, 711 W. Second.
2024-08-14 13:30 - 14:30
Free Admission. Hell After Sundown? The Delano District in Myth & History. Throughout Wichita’s history a legend has grown that West Wichita – Delano – encompassed all of the Wichita area’s rowdiness and crime. But the truth is more complicated – and more interesting: Delano wasn’t so anarchic, and Wichita wasn’t quite so respectable. Join Keith Wondra, Curator of the Boot Hill Museum, for a look at the mythology of West Wichita and the very real history that lies beneath.

Pitch Night at Mike and Joe's, 921 N. Bebe
2024-08-14 19:00 - 22:00
I remember, growing up, of going over to my parents friends’ house to play Canasta. It was a regular event. We have a similar tradition of playing cards with friends every two weeks. National Creamsicle Day is just one suggestion you can bring to add to our favorite snacks and beverages bar.

Guys Night OUT at White Crow Cider Company, 1236 E. Waterman.
2024-08-16 19:00 - 21:00
White Crow is where Scott, John, Tom, Teya, and others come to play Trivia on Thursday nights. White Crow offers both hard and soft ciders. Sometimes they have food vendors, or you can bring food in. Friday nights is open for board games or possibly trivia.

Founders Celebration, 25th Anniversary at Realtors of South Central Kansas, 170 W. Dewey.
2024-08-17 18:00 - 20:00
Break the Monotony Day. This is truly a celebration for everyone who has contributed in some form or fashion to Prime Timers over the past 25 years. Perhaps we should call it Prime Timers Appreciation Day. Spear’s will cater our meal, paid for by the Board. As we’ll have guests from out of town, if you have not done so already, you need to contact either Scott or myself, by August 8th, to make sure that your name is on the list to attend. Final number has to be turned into Spear’s by August 9th. We have ordered a cake, and a few others will bring desserts. If you are interested in bringing a dessert, contact either Scott or myself. Afterwards, the merriment with our out of town guests will continue at J’s Lounge, 513 E. Central.
Be sure to wear your nametag!

Senior Wednesday at Uhrich Museum, 1845 Fairmount.
2024-08-21 10:00 - 12:00
Dream Machine Conversation with Curator Jo Reinert. Ulrich Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art, Jo Reinert, will discuss the process of curating and designing Dream Machine: Fantasy, Surreality, and Play, on display August 26-December 7 in the Polk/Wilson and Amsden galleries. Join us for refreshments at 10 a.m. in the lobby, with the program following at 10:30 a.m. in the Dr. Sam and Jacque Kouri Collection Study Center. This event is free and everyone is welcome.

Midwest Community Group/Prime Timers Dinner at Pizza Ranch, 2121 N. Tyler.
2024-08-21 18:00 - 20:00
Reserved. This is a special dinner in conjunction with MCG. They have hosted a dinner throughout the Midwest and with other Prime Timer chapters. Hopefully, we will find previous PT members and potential PT members. Senior Buffet is $10.99 or see their menu at: https://pizzaranch.com/menu/buffet. Depending upon the success of this dinner will determine if/when we have another.

Lunch With The Guys at Red Lobster, 333 S. Towne East Mall Drive
2024-08-23 11:30 - 13:00
Reserved. In an attempt to redeem myself and instead of Picnic In The Park, we’re going to Red Lobster to celebrate National Fishing Month. Beats National Breastfeeding Month. Or we could celebrate Valentino Day by wearing our blackest mascara and our chicest sheik (say that three time fast) outfit. You can view their menu at: https://www.redlobster.com/menu.

Bowling at the Rhatigan Student Center, WSU, Lower Level
2024-08-24 15:30 - 17:30
Although it may be hard to find, there is a nice, clean eight lane bowling center. We can rent an alley for $29.95 up to eight players for an hour or pay $6 per person as a walk in. For more information see: https://www.wichita.edu/services/rsc/ssgl/Bowling1.php.

Video Nite at Jim & George's, 9380 East Wilson Estates Courts
2024-08-25 19:00 - 22:00
It’s Pride Cymru Day. PRIDE Cymru 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtSQjNe3XFw. Here’s a suggestions for Video Nite. Top Best Gay Films You Need To See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53IJ2jUQ6Wo. It’s National Banana Split Day and National Peach Month when you’re considering what to bring to our communal concession stand.

Coffee With The Guys at Reverie and Founder's Bakery, 2202 E. Douglas
2024-08-27 09:00 - 10:00
National Just Because Day. Just because we have been there before and it was recommended that we return. Just because the kids are back in school at East High. Just because it’s another opportunity for us to get together and socialize. You’re welcome to add your own just because. You can see their menu at: https://www.reverieroasters.com/founders.
