Ways to Save Week of March 16th

Great Beginnings for Families is being offered through the Sedgwick County Extension Office. These are bi-lingual classes offering practical ideas for nurturing young kids, and are court approved. Register here.

Coming up at Watermark:

See Jung Yun for an author talk and signing on Thursday, March 16 at 6:00 p.m. for her novel Shelter.

Then tomorrow night, Friday the 17th, see Lyndsay Faye for an author talk and signing of Jane Steele at 6:00 p.m.

Then Monday March 20 at 6:00 p.m., catch Josh Barkan for a signing of Mexico.

Finally on Tuesday, March 21st, come for a signing of David Nichols‘ book Ike and McCarthy.

Come tomorrow, March 17th, for Wichita Art Museums’ Opening Reception: The Artist Project beginning at 6 pm. “Join Wichita artists and WAM board members for camaraderie and a sneak peek at WAM collection gems selected by artists featured in the book, Wichita Artists in Their Studios.”

And are you needing some kid ideas for Spring Break next week? WAM is offering Artcation Tuesday through Saturday, the 21st – 25th, from 11-3. Enjoy special art projects, movies, and explore the galleries. Come one day or all!

Do you know if you’re at risk for Type 2 Diabetes? You can take an online self-assesment and learn about the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program here.

Coming up this Saturday the 18th: Johnson’s Garden’s Become a Backyard Beekeeper

And for more creative Spring Break options, check out the Great Plains Nature Center:

At Explore Prairie enjoy a guided nature hike, a craft, and Barry the Bison!

For Explore Woodlands, see a Screech Owl program and woodland crafts and activities.

Come to Green Acres‘ Workshop: Understanding Inflammation tonight from 6:30-7:30.

And City Arts will be hosting a Spring Break Art Camp. Choose from Digital Arts or Mixed Media, with early drop off or pick up available.