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Visit Emporia

  1. Lyon County Community Baby Shower

    March 22, 2023, 2:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    @
    Anderson Building, 2700 W Highway50, Emporia, KS, 66801, United States

    This community event is FREE for expecting mothers and family. Limited spots available. 1 guest per attendee (No Children) • Learn important health information for you and your baby from health professionals • Educational parenting materials will be available • Get more information on community resources and support • FREE Pack ‘n’ Play for all in attendance • Door prizes for your baby will be given away • Please wear masks and follow social distancing at all times * New mother within the last 4 months. **Must be present. First priority to pre-registered attendees. Where Anderson Building • Lyon County Fairgrounds 2650 U.S. 50, Emporia, Kansas Pre-Registration Online: 2:00PM Session -https://www.eventbrite.com/…/lyon-county-community-baby… 4:00PM Session – https://www.eventbrite.com/…/copy-of-lyon-county… 6:00PM Session – https://www.eventbrite.com/…/copy-of-lyon-county… Limited spots available. 1 guest per attendee (No Children)

  2. ESU Theatre presents How I Learned to Drive

    March 23, 2023, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    @
    Ronald Q. Frederickson Black Box Theatre in Roosevelt Hall on ESU Campus, 14 E 12th Ave, Emporia, 66801

    Synopsis: The play is a story about hope, resilience, struggle and survival shown through the lens of a disturbing relationship between a young girl and an older man. The story by Paula Vogel is told through memories of the now-adult characters. How I Learned to Drive was the winner of the 1998 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, which is awarded to a distinguished play by an American playwright, preferably original in its source and dealing with American life. Content Disclaimer: This show is for mature audiences only and contains themes of sexual abuse, incest, and pedophilia. Audiences may remain after Thursday and Saturday performances for a brief facilitated talkback. Additionally, the public is invited to an open dialogue about the play and on “Staging Trauma: Practices for the 21st Century” on Monday March 20 from 4-5 pm in the Frederickson Black Box Theatre – no reservation required. Patrons may call the box office at (620) 341-5256 between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm on weekdays with any questions or email prydberg@emporia.edu

  3. Chips Con Salsa #4

    March 24, 2023, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    @
    Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial Street, Emporia, KS, 66801

    Join Emporia Spanish Speakers and Hispanics of Today and Tomorrow for an opportunity to learn about culture and of course, dance! Chips Con Salsa is an introduction to salsa dancing. This five-part series will be held on the third floor of the Lyon County History Center (Full list of class dates below). Instructors Rebeca Herrera & Deon Morrow will teach the basic salsa step, left and right turns, cross-body leads, and more. Don’t be intimidated! This is an amazing opportunity to get out of your comfort zone and get your body moving! For the grand finale, we will bring in a live band and put our newly learned skills to the test. It will be an unforgettable evening! A portion of the proceeds from these classes will go to support lifting Hispanic voices and stories through the Lyon County Historical Center. We will provide complimentary chips and salsa thanks to Casa Ramos and the Emporia Chamber of Commerce. Participants are allowed to BYOB. The cost to participate is $100 per couple. This fee covers all five classes. Space is limited to the first 20 couples. We know that some of you may be interested, but don’t currently have a dance partner. Remember, this could be fun for two friends, not just romantic couples. If you still don’t have a willing partner, we will accept solo registrants for $50 and will match you with another solo registrant. Class Dates: (All classes from 6-8 pm and will be at the Lyon County History Center except the final Cinco de Mayo Celebration) Friday, January 13th Friday, February 10th Friday, March 3rd Friday, March 24th Friday, April 21st Final Cinco de Mayo Celebration Saturday, May 6th (At The Station from 8-10 pm)

  4. ESU Theatre presents How I Learned to Drive

    March 24, 2023, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    @
    Ronald Q. Frederickson Black Box Theatre in Roosevelt Hall on ESU Campus, 14 E 12th Ave, Emporia, 66801

    Synopsis: The play is a story about hope, resilience, struggle and survival shown through the lens of a disturbing relationship between a young girl and an older man. The story by Paula Vogel is told through memories of the now-adult characters. How I Learned to Drive was the winner of the 1998 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, which is awarded to a distinguished play by an American playwright, preferably original in its source and dealing with American life. Content Disclaimer: This show is for mature audiences only and contains themes of sexual abuse, incest, and pedophilia. Audiences may remain after Thursday and Saturday performances for a brief facilitated talkback. Additionally, the public is invited to an open dialogue about the play and on “Staging Trauma: Practices for the 21st Century” on Monday March 20 from 4-5 pm in the Frederickson Black Box Theatre – no reservation required. Patrons may call the box office at (620) 341-5256 between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm on weekdays with any questions or email prydberg@emporia.edu

  5. 75th annual Kiwanis Pancake Day

    March 25, 2023, 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    @
    Anderson Building, 2700 W Highway50, Emporia, KS, 66801, United States

    The Emporia Kiwanis Club will host their 75th annual pancake day at the Lyon County Fairgrounds Anderson Building.

  6. Hip2BHuey & Mystify: A Tribute to INXS

    March 25, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    @
    Emporia Granada Theatre, 807 Commercial St, Emporia, KS, 66801, United States

    HIP 2B HUEY was formed in Kansas City, USA to pay tribute to Huey Lewis and the News. Members of the band have decades of musical experience to draw from for this endeavor. Each of these talented, professional musicians deliver 100 percent at each and every show to ensure that audiences feel transported and uplifted. HIP 2B HUEY transports audiences to the ’80s and ’90s, when Huey Lewis songs were at the top of the charts. The band had three #1 hits and twelve Top 10 hit singles. This high-energy show is a crowd-pleaser for all ages. Each exciting show features beloved HUEY hits such as: Back in Time, Do You Believe In Love, Heart of Rock & Roll, Hip to be Square, The Power of Love, and many more.   MYSTIFY was formed in Kansas City, USA to pay tribute to the incredibly exciting and entertaining live show of INXS. Using the sold-out Wembley 1991 concert as the gold standard, MYSTIFY has embraced every detail in order to honor the band’s beloved music and iconic performance style. Every MYSTIFY show promises to transport new and old fans alike back to the heyday of INXS – we’ll give you what you need. From the soul-filled sax that helped define the distinctive INXS sound, to the vocal stylings and confident swagger of Michael Hutchence, to the deft musicianship of and chemistry of the band members, MYSTIFY captures the essence of what made INXS live shows so memorable. You can expect an energetic, rocking, fun-filled tribute to one of the greatest bands of the 80’s and 90’s — the legendary INXS. We have a 100% No refund policy; Ticket Purchases are non-refundable, and all sales are final.   GET YOUR TICKETS

  7. ESU Theatre presents How I Learned to Drive

    March 25, 2023, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    @
    Ronald Q. Frederickson Black Box Theatre in Roosevelt Hall on ESU Campus, 14 E 12th Ave, Emporia, 66801

    Synopsis: The play is a story about hope, resilience, struggle and survival shown through the lens of a disturbing relationship between a young girl and an older man. The story by Paula Vogel is told through memories of the now-adult characters. How I Learned to Drive was the winner of the 1998 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, which is awarded to a distinguished play by an American playwright, preferably original in its source and dealing with American life. Content Disclaimer: This show is for mature audiences only and contains themes of sexual abuse, incest, and pedophilia. Audiences may remain after Thursday and Saturday performances for a brief facilitated talkback. Additionally, the public is invited to an open dialogue about the play and on “Staging Trauma: Practices for the 21st Century” on Monday March 20 from 4-5 pm in the Frederickson Black Box Theatre – no reservation required. Patrons may call the box office at (620) 341-5256 between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm on weekdays with any questions or email prydberg@emporia.edu

  8. ESU Theatre presents How I Learned to Drive

    March 26, 2023, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    @
    Ronald Q. Frederickson Black Box Theatre in Roosevelt Hall on ESU Campus, 14 E 12th Ave, Emporia, 66801

    Synopsis: The play is a story about hope, resilience, struggle and survival shown through the lens of a disturbing relationship between a young girl and an older man. The story by Paula Vogel is told through memories of the now-adult characters. How I Learned to Drive was the winner of the 1998 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, which is awarded to a distinguished play by an American playwright, preferably original in its source and dealing with American life. Content Disclaimer: This show is for mature audiences only and contains themes of sexual abuse, incest, and pedophilia. Audiences may remain after Thursday and Saturday performances for a brief facilitated talkback. Additionally, the public is invited to an open dialogue about the play and on “Staging Trauma: Practices for the 21st Century” on Monday March 20 from 4-5 pm in the Frederickson Black Box Theatre – no reservation required. Patrons may call the box office at (620) 341-5256 between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm on weekdays with any questions or email prydberg@emporia.edu

  9. Ribbon Cutting for Emporia Country Club

    March 28, 2023, 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    @
    Emporia Country Club, 1801 Rural, Emporia, KS, 66801, United States

    Join the Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the Ribbon Cutting for Emporia Country Club, 1801 Rural St.Emporia, KS.

  10. Children of the Promised Land

    March 28, 2023, 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    @
    William Allen White Library, Emporia State University, 1 Kellogg Circle, Emporia, KS, 66801

    ESU Special Collections and Archives invites the community to “Children of the Promised Land,” a program presented by Angela Bates and made possible by Humanities Kansas. Nicodemus, a small, unincorporated town in Graham County, is the only remaining western town established by African Americans during the Reconstruction Period following the Civil War. Black homesteaders settled the town, which today is a National Historic Site. This pictorial history explores the unique experience of mothers and their children in Nicodemus, some of whom were the first members of their families born free. The event will take place in the Learning Commons of William Allen White Library.

  11. SOS Hope-A-Palooza: Hope Under the Big Top

    March 31, 2023, 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    @
    Clint Bowyer Community Building, 2700 W US Highway 50, Emporia, KS, 66801

    Hope-A-Palooza is an annual fundraising event that helps to raise critical funds to support SOS programs. Don’t miss this fun celebration which includes dinner, drinks, awards, and a live auction. This year’s theme is Under the Big Top and costumes are encouraged. Visit www.soskansas.com/hope-a-palooza for more information or to buy tickets.

  12. Spotlight on Women In Business

    March 31, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    @
    Emporia Public Library, 110 E. 6th Ave, Emporia, KS, 66801, United States

    Join us for a panel discussion featuring local entrepreneurs who will share their experiences as business owners in Emporia.

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