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Black Angus Grille | Wichita Marriott Hotel Kellogg and Webb Road | 651-0333 Specializing in the beef that Kansas is famous for, dinner at the Black Angus Grille promises to be a distinctive experience. This elegant restaurant combines a relaxed atmosphere with exquisite cuisine. Join us for expertly grilled steaks or enjoy succulent seafood. Our exceptional wine selection complements the remarkable service and outstanding menu selections. Open for dinner daily 5 to 10 p.m. $$$ Bocco Deli 3010 E. Central Ave. in Green Elephant Village | 558-8412 Nathan Toubia, son of the late Wichita restaurateur Antoine Toubia, opened this Italian-inspired deli in 2010 in Green Elephant Village near Central and Hillside, an easy walk from Wesley Medical Center and surrounding businesses. Gourmet sandwiches are served on foccacia and flatbread baked onsite. Freshly made salads and daily soup specials complement the array of sandwich options. Desserts feature homemade ice cream, tiramisu and panna cotta (vanilla infused whipped cream, caramel, seasonal fruit and almond cookie). Bocco also offers catering, party trays, box lunches and delivery. Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. $/$$ Bocconcini Italian Eatery 4811 E. Central | 613-2523 Chef Nathan Toubia opened this reasonably priced fine-dining option in College Hill in 2011. After attending culinary school and honing his skills at Lidia's in Kansas City, Toubia crafted a tempting menu of made-from-scratch pasta dishes, including fusilli carbonara, shrimp penne pesto, spaghetti aglio e olio and house-made ravioli. The entrée lineup features lemon chicken served over velvety spinach with a white wine lemon caper sauce as well as pork saltimbocca, orange rosemary grilled wild Atlantic salmon, lamb chops and beef topped with a wild mushroom sauce. Sides include broccoli raab, polenta cake and eggplant caponata. Start off with an arugula and pear salad, eggplant and goat cheese purses or Tuscan tomato and basil soup. For lighter fare, try the tomato mozzarella and pesto on foccacia. Full wine list and homemade tiramisu plus other desserts. Can't decide? Try the ice cream/sorbet sampler. Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. $$ Cinnabar Cafe | Wichita Marriott Hotel Kellogg and Webb Road | 651-0333 The casual surrounding and friendly service of Cinnabar Cafe are hallmarks of Kansas hospitality. Enjoy delicious buffets and a la carte menu selections that capture the spirit of the region and offer a true taste of Wichita. Make Cinnabar part of your Sunday tradition and join us for our bountiful Champagne Brunch. Open for breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday Brunch is served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $$/$$$ Corrigan's | Wichita Marriott Hotel Kellogg and Webb Road | 651-0333 Join in for an evening of fun in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. An ideal spot to cheer on your favorite sports team or for a friendly get-together. Stop in for our nightly dinner specials, appetizers or a cocktail in a comfortable setting. Open Monday-Saturday 5 p.m. to midnight; closed Sunday. $$ The Good Egg in Bradley Fair 2141 N. Bradley Fair Pkwy. | 315-0110 Recently voted the best breakfast in Wichita, the Good Egg offers an amazing array of made-to-order breakfast options, ranging from traditional items to crepes, frittatas, fanciful omelets and 15 kinds of pancakes, including chocolate chip, cashew and coconut. The breakfast menu (served until 2:30 p.m.) also includes Healthy-Light options. For those who want lunch, there's Southwestern entrees, grilled sandwiches and several kinds of salads. The espresso bar offers cappuccino, flavored lattes, smoothies and other drinks. Open for breakfast and lunch 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily in Bradley Fair at 21st and Rock Road. Zagat restaurant guide calls The Good Egg "one of America's best meal deals." $$ Hot Stone Korean Grill 3743 N. Rock Rd. | 425-7082 For five years we have served traditional Korean food that is not only delicious but healthy. Dine-in entrees are served with rice, miso soup, bean sprouts and kimchi or salad. The menu includes appetizers like crispy dumplings and tempura, and entrees such as Beef Bulgogi, Korean BBQ. and spicy tofu stew served in a stone bowl. Or try a Hot Stone special: Japchae (sweet potato noodle), orange chicken or Korean roll. A variety of vegetarian, spicy, teriyaki and fried rice dishes with salmon, shrimp, squid, and pork are also available. Bento lunch box specials served Monday-Saturday. Enjoy strawberry, mango or green tea ice cream for dessert. Domestic and import beers. Hours: 11a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday (lunch served until 3:30 p.m.). $$ Old Chicago 7626 E. Kellogg | 685-3111 Located near Towne East Square just west of the corner of Rock Road and Kellogg, Old Chicago specializes in made-from-scratch pizzas, pasta, calzones, burgers, steaks and more. Featuring the World Beer Tour club and over 110 beers from around the world including regional and local microbrews as well as a full bar. A favorite for sports fans with HDTV plasma screen TVs and sports packages. Relax on the large patio with a cold one. Enjoy lunch, dinner or late night daily from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Kid friendly. Ask about daily specials and featured beers. In a hurry? Try the Rush Street pizza buffet for lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. weekdays. To-Go available. See ad on page 7 or visit oldchicago.com. $$ O'Naturals 1551 N. Rock Rd. | 634-0222 Experience Wichita's first organic and natural fast-food restaurant, serving delicious and healthy foods from our breakfast paninis to our signature salads, soups, sandwiches, pizzas and Asian noodles. It all starts with our flatbread made fresh from scratch onsite. O'Naturals also serves up great vegan meals and gluten-free options. Don't forget to call us for your next catering. We also offer a kids' menu and free wifi. Fresh food naturally, located inside Genesis Health Club and open to the public. Open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5:30 p.m. Sundays. $/$$ Palmers Grill 3241 N. Toben | 634-8338 Palmers offers a diverse menu of freshly made appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, entrees and pastas as well as daily bar specials. Try the unique Juicy Lucy, a half-pound burger stuffed with your choice of cheese, or the hand-breaded chicken-fried steak, sesame crusted ahi tuna salad, pasta carbonara, or Southwestern chicken wrap. Sides include hand-cut curly fries, mashed potatoes, homemade mac and cheese, fresh-cut onion rings, grilled asparagus and twice-baked potatoes. Desserts include Palmers ice cream fudge cake. Three party rooms available for 12 to 50 guests. Open 11 a.m. to midnight Friday-Saturday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday. Located off of KS-96 east bypass in front of Menards; take Webb Road exit. $$ Sweet Basil 2424 N. Woodlawn | 651-0123 Now celebrating 21 years of serving authentic Italian cuisine. A quaint Italian eatery tucked away in northeast Wichita, Sweet Basil quickly became so popular with locals after opening in 1991 it was voted "Wichita's Most Romantic Restaurant." Italian, European and Pacific Rim specialties are enhanced by great Midwestern beef. The ever-changing wine list (over 33 offered by the glass) has something for everyone, whether novice or experienced wine sampler. Lunch buffet Monday-Saturday and a Sunday brunch buffet. The dinner menu is complemented by the owner-chef's nightly specials. A soothing ambiance, reasonable prices and pleasant, attentive service by experienced staff complete the dining experience. Daily lunch buffet 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Saturday; Sunday brunch buffet 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner is served 4:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Reservations recommended for dinner. See ad, page 10. $$ Heroes Sports Bar & Grill 117 N. Mosley | 264-4376 Voted Wichita's Best Sports Bar & Grill in the 2011 Wichita Eagle Reader's Choice Awards and recently renovated to include over 30 new high-definition TVs, new exciting menu options, and a large, heated, covered patio. Home of the famous Sweet Pepper Bacon Burger, light fare such as the Smoked Gouda Citrus Salad, pizzas, sandwiches, entrees, and more. All this housed in one of Wichita's historic warehouses. The perfect setting for watching sports, relaxing with the family, or meeting with your office. Large selection of beers with daily food/drink specials, free wireless internet, kids menu and DJs on weekend nights. Carryout available. Hours: 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday-Saturday; noon to midnight Sunday. See ad inside front cover. $$ Lotus Leaf Café & Creperie 613-A W. Douglas Ave. | 295-4133 Where is the best-kept healthy restaurant in Wichita? Four doors down from Hatman Jacks, Lotus Leaf Café & Crêperie is home to a health-conscious New American Cuisine, inspired by local owner Jacquelyn Keefer and in-house chef Beau Franklin. House favorites include Tarragon Chicken Crêpes (baked chicken in a creamy mix of tarragon, onions and goat cheese wrapped in a lemon-basil infused crepe), Lotus Turkey Burger and Banana Nutella Crêpes. Also on the menu are salads, soups, paninis and vegetarian entrees as well as vegan options and gluten-free crepes. Committed to buying local, no bleached sugar or flour. Wifi and catering available. Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. $$ Mexico Café Delano 555 W. Douglas | 264-1121 The Villar family has a 42-year tradition of serving authentic Mexican food in Wichita. Located in the Delano District just west of downtown, this location, which opened in 2007, continues the longstanding tradition of serving home-cooked Mexican specialties as well as traditional dishes. Complement your meal with guacamole salad and sopapillas for dessert. Lunch specials Monday-Friday. Complimentary chips; to-go orders and beer available. Live music Saturday evenings features owner William Villar, and local groups play on the patio in summer (until 11 p.m.). Open daily for lunch; dinner served until 8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Watch for us at Old Town farmers market and third-Sunday flea market at Coliseum. Catering and banquets. Tamales and enchiladas available by the dozen. Visit our other family restaurant, Ben Villar's Mexican Restaurant, at 1930 S. Oliver, 682-1133. $$ Old Chicago 300 N. Mead St. | 264-2057 Located in the heart of Old Town, Old Chicago is famous for its friendly service, made-from-scratch pizzas, pasta, calzones, burgers, steaks and more. Featuring the World Beer Tour club and over 110 beers from around the world including regional and local microbrews as well as a full bar. A favorite for sports fans with plenty of TVs and sports packages. Kid friendly. Relax and people-watch on the patio facing the square. Enjoy lunch, dinner or late night daily from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. In a hurry? Try the Rush Street pizza buffet for lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Ask about daily specials and featured beers. To-Go available. See ad on page 7 or visit oldchicago.com. $$ DeFazio’s 2706 Amidon | 838-0709 Since chef-owner Pietro DeFazio started this family-owned and operated Italian restaurant 29 years ago, its extensive and authentic menu has made it a local favorite. Recently voted Favorite Italian Restaurant in the Wichita Eagle Reader's Choice contest. Other awards include the 2004 Best Quaint Italian eatery, 2005 Best Lasagna and 2008 Best of Wichita. Specialties include homemade lasagna, manicotti, antipasto, a variety of pasta and pizza, submarine sandwiches, calzone, steaks and seafood. The menu also features an array of appetizers, soups and homemade desserts, including cannoli. DeFazio's grinds its own sausage, and makes the breads and sauces fresh every day. Children's menu, Italian wines, carry-out and private party room for special occasions. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Open Wednesday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Reservations accepted for parties of eight or more. See ad, page 14. $$ Legends at DoubleTree by Hilton Wichita Airport 2098 Airport Rd. | 945-1966 A local favorite for over 20 years, Legends Restaurant and Lounge offers entrees to please even the most particular palate. With a relaxed atmosphere, Legends is the ideal location for meeting up with friends or business colleagues. From Key West shrimp with crabmeat stuffing and black bean mango relish to grilled New Zealand rack of lamb with sweet blackberry demi glaze or Thai coconut chicken penne pasta tossed with fresh basil, you will discover a world of tasteful delicacies right here in west Wichita. Legendary specials: Big Rib Eye Wednesdays, Thursday's filet and lobster, Friday's Prime Rib and shrimp specials, Saturday's Seafood Buffet and Sunday's Champagne Brunch. In a time crunch for lunch? Try our weekday value hot lunch buffet which includes drink and dessert. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. See ad, page 13. $$/$$$ Le Monde Café & Deli 602 N. West St. | 943-4347 With a setting much like that of a European café, Le Monde features delicious French, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine that is authentic yet affordable. Every dish is made from scratch using the freshest ingredients – the melt-in-your mouth biscuits are a local favorite. Enjoy lunch or dinner in a casual and relaxed atmosphere, surrounded by art, ranging from Raku pottery to nouveau fine art. Top off a great bistro meal with cappuccino and dessert – choose from Le Monde's many delectable French pastries or savor the rich layers of freshly made baklava. Across from Plaza West shopping center near Central and West Street. Open daily at 11 a.m.; dine until 9 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Closes at 3 p.m. on Sunday. $$ Old Chicago 2240 N. Tyler Rd. | 729-0002 Located on the west side of Wichita just north of 21st on Tyler Road, Old Chicago features made-from-scratch pizzas, pasta, calzones, burgers, steaks and more. Featuring the World Beer Tour club and over 110 beers from around the world including regional and local microbrews as well as a full bar. A favorite for sports fans with plenty of TVs and all the major sports packages. The whole family will love Old Chicago. Patio seating available. Enjoy lunch, dinner or late night daily from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Ask about daily specials and featured beers. To-Go available. See ad on page 7 or visit oldchicago.com. $$ Town & Country 4702 W. Kellogg | 943-0761 A family-owned and operated restaurant serving family dining at affordable prices since 1958. Mesquite-grilled USDA Choice aged steaks, prime rib, hand-breaded chicken-fried steaks, grilled or fried seafood, chicken, hamburgers, and a full selection of salads and sandwiches. Homemade cinnamon rolls served with entrees are a 50-year tradition. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Breakfast served daily until 11:30 a.m. Friendly service, relaxing atmosphere for business travelers. Lobster and prime rib available daily. Children and senior citizen prices. Full bar service starts at 5 p.m. daily. See ad, page 12. $$ Attractions, Entertainment Botanica, The Wichita Gardens 701 Amidon | 264-0448 Located in the Museums on the River district at Murdock and Amidon, this botanical paradise features the new Downing Children's Garden with an array of interactive areas for children to explore. The gardens feature more than 4,000 species of plants both native and new to the region and 26 themed display gardens – including the Butterfly Garden, Woodland Bird Garden, Shakespearean Garden, Sensory Garden and Wildflower Meadow – are home to multiple sculptures and water features. Seasonal exhibits such as the spring tulip display, the Butterfly House (June-September) and the fall chrysanthemum display invite return trips through the seasons. Hours are Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with extended hours April through October (Sundays 1-5 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday evenings until 8 p.m.). Call or visit the web site for more information about special events, weekly lunchtime lectures, educational programs and workshops, group tours, membership, facility rentals and volunteer opportunities. See ad coupon on inside front cover. Exploration Place 300 N. McLean Blvd. | 660-0600 Exploration Place is Kansas' premier hands-on science center for all ages, located on a 20-acre site along the Arkansas River in Wichita's downtown Museums on the River district. Five hands-on exhibit areas focus on flight, Kansas, medieval life in a three-story castle, imaginative spaces for toddlers, and a special traveling exhibition area. In Kansas' largest domed theater, the Boeing Dome Theater and Planetarium, travel to faraway destinations and embark on unforgettable adventures during these state-of-the-art, digitally-produced films. Other EP amenities include a snack bar, free parking, picnic grove/adventure play yard, Explore Store and family restrooms. Special summer activities and events. For details about hours, ticket prices, theater show times and daily activities, call or visit the website, Facebook and Twitter. See ad coupon on inside front cover. The Kansas African American Museum 601 N. Water | 262-7651 Located in the historic Calvary Baptist Church, once the cornerstone of Wichita's black community, the museum's mission is to tell the story of the African American experience in Kansas in order to educate about the past and inspire hope for the future. The permanent collection includes African artifacts, photographs by Gordon Parks, artwork, and historic jazz and blues photographs from Wichita. Upcoming exhibitions include: Martin Luther King and Freedom for All and Arts Vision, Jan. 6-Feb. 11, and Paintings by Dr. Samella Lewis, Feb. 18-April 14. Museum hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and noon to 4 p.m. Saturday. Mid-America All-Indian Center 650 N. Seneca | 350-3340 MAAIC is the only facility in Kansas that is solely dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich cultural history and heritage of American Indians in North America. Indoor and outdoor exhibits of traditional artifacts, full-size tipis and grass houses, and contemporary art depict American Indian culture of the past and present. On the path to visit the 44-foot tall "Keeper of the Plains" sculpture are two memorial gardens dedicated to renowned American Indian artists Woody Crumbo and Blackbear Bosin. The gift shop offers handcrafted jewelry, baskets, pottery, books, music and botanicals. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Music Theatre of Wichita Century II | 265-3107 Chosen by the American Bus Association as one of the Top 100 Must-See Events in North America, Music Theatre presents Broadway stars of today and tomorrow – at a fraction of Broadway prices. Each show includes performers from New York and Hollywood, working hand in hand with gifted Midwestern artists to create fully orchestrated musical productions. The 41st season will start with "Fiddler on the Roof" June 13-17, followed by the musical comedy"9 to 5" June 27-July 1 and "Honk!" July 11-15. The musical classic "Singin' in the Rain" will take the stage July 25-29, and the season will culminate Aug. 8-12 with "Legally Blonde." Season tickets available. Performances are Wednesday-Sunday evenings with weekend matinees at Century II Concert Hall. See ad on page 4. Old Cowtown Museum 1865 W. Museum Blvd. | 219-1871 Cowtown is an accredited living-history museum where visitors experience what life was like in an evolving cattle town of the 1870s. The 23-acre site just west of modern-day downtown is home to 70 historic and recreated buildings, including a marshal's office, Wichita's first jail, a saloon, general store, one-room schoolhouse, church, livery stable, train depot and more. Restored original homes represent both the emerging upper-class as well as more rustic lodgings. The five-acre 1880 DeVore Farm demonstrates 19th century agricultural methods and features livestock, crops and equipment. Visit the gift shop and browse for unique Kansas-made items and Old West souvenirs. Closed Monday-Tuesday in summer and Sunday-Monday in winter. Group rates and tours available. Sedgwick County Zoo 5555 Zoo Blvd. | 316-660-WILD (9453) Kansas' No. 1 outdoor family attraction includes the 50,000-square-foot Slawson Family Tiger Trek. The Asian-themed area encompasses two tiger yards, glass viewing ports, a stream and pools plus homes for the endangered red panda and Burmese brow-antlered deer. After exploring Asia navigate along a twisting path to the Cessna Penguin Cove. Relax and watch the penguins as they dive, swim and play. Feeling adventurous? A fifty-foot bridge will take you out of the market atmosphere of Nganda Village and immerse you in The Downing Gorilla Forest Reserve. Discover 2,500 animals of nearly 400 different species. Summer hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. March-October; winter hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. November-February. The zoo is open 364 days a year, closing only the day of Zoobilee. Visit www.scz.org when planning your visit for more information. Tallgrass Film Association Various Locations | 974-0089 The Tallgrass Film Association is proud to bring the best of independent film from around the world to the heartland region through special screenings, film programs and an annual film festival in October. Prepare to "Get Twisted" at the 9th annual Tallgrass Film Festival, a four-day celebration of independent film at venues around downtown Wichita. The 2011 Tallgrass Film Festival, Oct. 20-23, offers more than 120 independent films, a Spotlight on Kansas Filmmakers, parties, panels and special guests, including Oscar-nominated Elliott Gould and filmmakers from around the country. For screening times, venues and tickets, and year-round screening information, visit www.tallgrassflmfest.com. See ad, page 10. Ulrich Museum of Art 1845 Fairmount St., WSU | 978-3664 The doors are closed as the museum undergoes renovation during spring/summer 2012, but events and activities are still planned. Watch for them online at Ulrich.wichita.edu as well as Facebook and Twitter. The Ulrich Museum of Art, located on the campus of Wichita State University, develops and presents an endless stream of groundbreaking exhibitions, prominent guest speakers, and compelling performances that explore today's visual culture. Accompanying educational programs give students and the public the opportunity to interact personally with exhibiting artists and engage more deeply with the art of our time and its historical precedents. The museum's outdoor sculpture collection, one of the top 10 outdoor sculpture collections in the U.S. (2006 Public Art Review magazine), is spread throughout WSU's 330-acre campus and is always open. Visitors can enjoy monumental works by such seminal figures as Henry Moore, Robert Indiana, Tom Otterness, Andy Goldsworthy and Louise Nevelson. Wichita Art Museum 1400 W. Museum Blvd. | 268-4921 Discover a nationally renowned collection of American art including masterpieces by Mary Cassatt, Arthur Dove, Edward Hopper and Charles M. Russell at the largest art museum in Kansas. Browse the galleries and experience fine food with a riverside view at The Muse Cafe. Shop in the unique Museum Store featuring impressive works by local artists. Take a moment and gaze at the Wichita Art Museum Confetti Chandelier by Dale Chihuly and walk on art – the Wichita Art Museum Persian Seaform Ceiling also by Chihuly can be viewed from below and above. Complete the experience in The Living Room, the museum's interactive gallery. Museum and store hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Closed Mondays and major holidays. Free admission on Saturdays. No admission charge to visit The Museum Store or The Muse restaurant. See ad coupon on inside front cover. Wichita Center for the Arts 9112 E. Central | 634-2787 At 92-years-old, this is the area's oldest and most comprehensive visual and performing arts organization. The gallery produces ten exhibitions per year, in addition to three national juried shows. The exhibitions focus on regional and national artists and feature the varied disciplines taught at the Mary R. Koch School of Visual Arts. Upcoming exhibitions include Scholastic Art and Writing 2012, Jan. 31-March 11; Pastel National 2012, March 30-May 13; Student / Faculty 2012, June 8-July 8; National Small Oil Painting Exhibition 2012, Sept. 7-Oct. 21; Kansas Watercolor Society National Exhibition 2012, Nov. 30-Jan. 6, 2013. Gallery hours are 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday; admission is free. The Mary R. Koch School of Visual Arts comprises a 9,500-square-foot continuing education facility dedicated to art instruction for adults, teens and children. The center is also home to the Creative Child Center Preschool, one of the few arts-based preschools in the state. The Irene Vickers Baker Theatre seats 484 and produces four theater productions each year. Spring performances are: "Round and Round the Garden," Feb. 15-19, and "The Merchant of Venice," April 18-22. For tickets, call 315-0151. Check the website for more information about membership benefits, educational programs/classes, group tours, facility rentals and volunteer opportunities. Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum 204 S. Main | 265-9314 Located in the heart of downtown Wichita in the original City Hall topped with its 170-foot tall clock tower, this exceptional AAM-accredited museum features four floors of special and long-term exhibits examining Wichita and Sedgwick County's rich history and cultural heritage. The museum's collection of 70,000 artifacts includes a Wichita-built 1916 Jones Six automobile, a full-scale Victorian home interior and many others embodying the area's vibrant history from its settlement in the 1860s to the era of aviation and electric guitars. Enjoy these special exhibits: "Our Lives, Our Stories – America's Greatest Generation"; "Made in America," fab fashion apparel; and "The e-Guitar at 80," a celebration of the electric guitar and more. Museum and Gift Shop open Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and weekends 1 to 5 p.m. Museum admission: $4 adults, $2 children (6-12). 412 Art Center 412 E. Douglas Two unique galleries featuring original works by leading Kansas artists in a variety of media are housed at The 412 Art Center, a historic building in downtown Wichita. In addition to regular hours (10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday), the galleries are open on Final Fridays, the last Friday of every month, from 6 to 10 p.m. Founded 35 years ago, Gallery XII is Wichita's oldest artist' cooperative. The sales gallery features rotating exhibits of original works by the 22 member artists. Works for sale range from traditional to abstract, and include watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel, printmaking, photography, pottery, sculpture and hand-blown glass. Vintera Gallery features traditional and abstract works in photography, painting, ceramics and jewelry as well as a collection of artist studios, classroom and exhibition space. Monthly exhibitions feature invited guest artists. See ad page 11. Cero's Candies 1108 E. Douglas | 264-5002 Cero's has been making and selling candy and other tasty treats in Wichita for over 125 years. The wonderful aroma of chocolate comes to you as soon as you step in the door. You can watch our confectioners make candy the old-fashioned way and then treat yourself to some of the best candy. We have a wide selection to choose from including Chocolate Turtles, Caramels, Truffles, Creams, Toffee, Peanut Brittle, Nut Clusters, Artisan Marshmallows and many more. You can buy by the pound or just one sumptuous morsel. Conveniently located on the east edge of Old Town. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. You can also shop online at www.ceroscandy.com. We ship. Come see us today. Karg Art Glass 111 N. Oliver, Kechi | 744-2442 Award-winning glass-blown art by Rollin Karg is found in private collections and galleries in this country and Europe. Watch the artisans work and choose from Karg creations as well as glass-blown objects and ceramic pieces by artists from across the country. Karg's work, which has won numerous awards, has been featured in group and one-man shows at galleries and exhibits across the country. Watch the artisans 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and from 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday. Make an appointment and blow your own glass ornament or other piece. The gallery is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Pieces also are for sale at the Wichita Art Museum store. The studio and gallery are located in Kechi, just north of Wichita off I-135 (turn east at 61st Street exit) at the intersection of North Oliver and 61st Street. See ad on inside back cover. Melange Custom Jewelry 718 W. Douglas | 262-5656 Graduate gemologist Leslie Kinder has been creating jewelry for more than 30 years, and for 20 years has offered the unique pieces through her shop, Melange. Recently moved to a new location in the historic Delano District, the unpretentious shop offers gemstones and custom jewelry in prices from $12 to $12,000. Select from already created jewelry in silver, gold or platinum, or design your own. Jewelry repair, appraisals, antique restoration, remounts. Open Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Open until 10 p.m. during Final Friday art crawl. Via Christi Clinic 13 locations, plus Immediate Care Services With more than 170 doctors, Via Christi Clinic is one of the state's largest outpatient multispecialty group practices and is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care. Owned and operated by Via Christi Health, Via Christi Clinic currently has 14 locations in the Wichita metropolitan area. More than half a million patient visits were made to Via Christi Clinic in 2011. Immediate Care services for minor emergencies and common illnesses are available without an appointment at three locations: 3311 E. Murdock (East), 316-689-9107; 13213 W. 21st St. N. (West), 316-946-1789; and 700 Medical Center Dr. in Newton, 316-284-5011. Call for Immediate Care hours or visit viachristiclinic.com. For help in choosing a doctor, call 689-9708. See ad on page 5. Wichita Times 111 N. Mosley Ste. 201 | 264-5850 This locally owned company publishes the semi-annual Wichita Times Dining&More and annual TravelKansas magazines. Up-to-date information about events can be found at wichitatimesonline.com. Listings from this magazine are found there as well as wichita diningandmore.com. Yoga with Dana Riffel 1629 Harlan | 945-8188 Whether you're a local resident or Wichita visitor, soothing and energizing yoga classes are available on a drop-in basis at the studio of Dana Riffel. Regular classes for all levels are Mondays at 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. She also can schedule private sessions or create custom programs for groups or businesses. Call for directions. Greater Hutchinson Convention/Visitors Bureau 620-662-3391 It's extraordinary to have a world-renowned space museum right here in central Kansas. The Cosmosphere showcases the actual Liberty Bell 7 and Apollo 13 space capsules in a collection of U.S. space artifacts second only to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, and the largest collection of Russian space artifacts outside Moscow. The Cosmosphere experience includes the IMAX domed theatre, Carey Planetarium, and Dr. Goddard's Lab. Summer space adventure camps are popular with students of all ages. Open daily except Christmas, Thanksgiving and Easter. See ad inside back cover. Kansas Star Casino 777 Kansas Star Dr., Mulvane | I-35 and Exit 33 Located nine miles south of Wichita on I-35, Kansas Star Casino opened Dec. 26 with 1,300 slots and 32 table games in a temporary facility. Initial hours were 10 a.m. to 4 a.m. with plans to be open 24 hours. Three food venues: Arena Grill, Haute Dogs and Panini Jo's. Games include Craps, Roulette, Fortune Pai Gow and no ante Black Jack. The permanent facility will include a 150-room hotel, steakhouse, and more games and slots. Free parking. See ad on back cover. Marion County 620-382-8830 An hour's drive northeast of Wichita, Marion County offers recreational opportunities at Marion Reservoir and Marion County Park and Lake as well as antique shopping, shady city parks, restaurants and lodging. The Mennonite Heritage and Agricultural Museum in Goessel, the Harvey House Museum in Florence, the Mennonite Settlement in Hillsboro and the 1880s Main Street in Peabody give a glimpse into the area's earlier settlers. The Santa Fe Trail crosses Marion County with various markers denoting special points of interest and ruts can be seen at several locations. A map is available by contacting the Marion County Economic Development office at 620-382-8830 or online at grow marioncounty.com.
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