
Community Events
Stay up to date on what's going on in the Wichita, KS community and get involved!
Digital Skills With NexStep Alliance

Wichita Public Libraries is partnering with NexStep Alliance to offer a tech help series. Come visit for assistance with digital skills.
When: March 12th - June 4th from 4:30 - 6:30 PM
Where: Maya Angelou Library
3051 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS 67214
Contact Parker Daniel at 316-688-9580 or email pdaniel@wichita.gov to sign up.
WSU Tech Health Academy CARE Series

Wichita State University Tech Healthcare Academy CARE Series teaches caregivers how to navigate different issues through four series of lessons over lunch.
When: Fridays, March 13th - April 24th
from 11 AM - 12 PM
Where: Maya Angelou Library
3051 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS 67214
Sign up at wichitalibrary.org/events.
Read-and-Rise Book Club

Looking for good books and good conversation? Join the Meet-and-Greet to connect with other readers, share about your favorite reads, and create the book experience you want!
When: March 20th from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Maya Angelou Library
3051 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS 67214
Contact Parker Daniel at 316-688-9580 or email pdaniel@wichita.gov to sign up.
Black Family Wellness Expo

Enjoy the Black Family Wellness Expo. A family-friendly event including free haircuts, health screenings, health panel discussions, kids' activities, and more.
When: March 21st from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: St. Mark United Methodist Church
1525 N Lorraine Ave. Wichita, KS 67214
Free Trees!

ICT Trees is offering FREE trees to homeowners and churches. The neighborhoods are in 67214, 67208 between Oliver and Hillside, north of Central, and some neighborhoods in Midtown.
When: Saturday, April 11th
Where: Emporia Park
1143 N Emporia, Wichita, KS 67214
Contact trees.ict@gmail.com to register.
CarePortal

CarePortal is a care-sharing technology that drives action for local kids and families in crisis. Organizations can sign up to be care sites and will be notified when someone within the area is in need. CarePortal will also provide funds to help those in need.
For more information, call (816) 895-8608 or go to www.careportal.org.
Urban League Family Resource Fair

KanQuit is an organization to help you quit smoking. You can call 24/7 for FREE help to quit smoking or go to KSquit.org
Urban League Family Resource Fair

Your children can join Cub Scouts (previously Boy Scouts, but now integrated.). The White Buffalo Team is welcoming new scouts to learn, grow and explore. Contact Alisha Kortje
Alisha.Kortje@sounting.org or 316-251-5183
KDHE My Life My Quit

The Kansas Department of Health & Environment has a program to help anyone who is ready to quit smoking tobacco and vaping. Go to mylifemyquit.org or text "Start My Quit" to 36072.
Do You Want Wichita to Be Well?

If you want Wichita to be well HopeNet ask you to pray for Wichita. Pray for mental health and welllness, stability for those facing poverty, generational healing and hope, resilient children, and strong unified families.
For more information on HopeNet contact 316-684-4673 or go to hopenetwichita.org.
Community Health Action Team

The Sedgwick County Community Health Action Team wants you to join in on the Great American SmokeOUT. Help to increase awareness of the harm that tabacco and vaping have and help youth and adults end their smoking habit.
To help or for more information contact Deidra Fountain at 316-519-4619 or deidra.fountain@urbanleagueks.org
Urban League Presumptive Eligibility

Presumptive Eligibility (PE) is a process that offers short-term coverage of health care services for Kansans with limited incomes who are not currently receiving Medicaid. The goal of PE is to provide consumers with immediate access to health care.
For more information or to sign up contact the Urban League of Kansas at 316-521-1071.
Narcan Administration Training

The Urban League is offering FREE Narcan training at your site or the Urban League. You'll learn the signs and symptoms of opioid overdose, overdose prevention strategies, Narcan administration, the Good Samaritan Law, and helpful information and resources.
For more information or to sign up contact Jennifer Hartley at jennifer.hartley@urbanleagueks.org.
Alliance for Drug Endangered Children

Use these resources or provide them to families to help drug endangered children.
The mission of the Sedgwick County KS Alliance is to collaborate with individuals and organizations to identify, rescue, defend and advocate for, drug endangered children in Sedgwick County Kansas.
Alliance for Drug Endangered Children

Use these resources or provide them to families to help drug endangered children.
The mission of the Sedgwick County KS Alliance is to collaborate with individuals and organizations to identify, rescue, defend and advocate for, drug endangered children in Sedgwick County Kansas.
Urban League Scholars Hub

The Urban League of Kansas has the Scholars Hub, an after school tutoring program through the Family Resource Center. Student from K-12 get one-on-one academic support.
Weekly: Tues. & Thurs. 4:30-6:00PM
For more information call 316-512-1071.
Urban League Parent Social Hour

The Urban League of Kansas has the Parent Social Hour, a welcoming space for new and experienced parents and guardians to come together, share their experiences, and learn from one another.
Second Wednesdays: 6:00-7:00PM
For more information call 316-512-1071.
Urban League Youth Advisory Council

The Urban League of Kansas hosts the Youth Advisory Council. This group equips teens with education and tools to become effective problem solvers.
Third Wednesdays: 4:00-5:00PM
For more information call 316-512-1071.
Urban League Parent Advisory Council

The Urban League of Kansas hosts the Parent Advisory Council (PAC). This group provides leadership for the Family Resource Center by providing input and guidance on programs, workshops, and activities.
First Mondays: 6:00-7:00PM
For more information call 316-512-1071.
CASA Volunteers

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Sedgwick County's mission is to caring trained volunteers to advocate for the abused and neglected children of our community so that each child can reach their full potential. To be a volunteer go to casaofsedgwickcounty.org.
NAMI Wichita Events & Programs

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Wichita is dedicated to building better lives for thousands in & around Sedgwick County affected by mental health conditions.
National Alliance on Mental Illness ICT

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Wichita is dedicated to building better lives for thousands in & around Sedgwick County affected by mental health conditions.
Urban League Computer Learning Lab

The Urban League now has a computer learning lab where you can learn digital technology skills, job search, write a resume, or research resources. You can also get FREE one-on-one computer training. Call the Urban League at 316-202-5217 for more information.
Friends Youth Institute

The Friends Youth Institute is designed for students to slow down, practice God's presence, and integrate faith into every aspect of life. Churches are welcome to connect with their youth by hosting Chapel Thursdays, engaging in round table discussions, hosting bible studies, and adopting a sports team to support throughout the season.
Spiritual Leadership Credit Partnership

Friends University students can earn Spiritual Life Credits (SLC) to explore the Christian faith & deepen their walk with God.
Churches can partner by connecting with Campus Ministries staff with ideas and ways to connect with students. To partner contact campusministires@friends.edu.
