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In today’s email:

• Coming Soon: Gilley’s Park City opens in two months

• Community: Kayven’s Helping Hands

• Support Local: Vorshay’s Cocktail Lounge

• Guides: Wichita’s Halloween Parties

COMING SOON\
Gilley’s Park City opens in December

The new country-western entertainment facility, Gilley’s, is just two months away from opening its doors in Park City to the public.

The grand opening celebration is set to take place Monday, December 15, at 6 p.m.

Guests can look forward to live entertainment that evening, with tickets going on sale at a later date.

Who’s ready to be among the first to experience everything Gilley’s has to offer – from live music and dancing to a mechanical bull?

COMMUNITY
Kayven’s Helping Hands

About Kayven’s Helping Hands

Kayven’s Helping Hands Foundation was created to honor the life and legacy of Kayven Hopper, a bright, adventurous, and imaginative young boy who touched the lives of everyone around him. Kayven loved to explore, create, and be part of the action. Whether he was scouting, practicing martial arts, or playing music, Kayven approached life with an energy that was both inspiring and infectious.

Often barefoot and shirtless, he could be found outside playing with friends or making a splash at the pool with his signature cannonballs. His love for reading transported him to worlds of adventure, fueling his boundless imagination. Kayven’s adventurous spirit and love for learning continue to inspire us every day.

Why Adventures Matter
For Kayven, life was an adventure—whether through books, outdoor play, or meaningful experiences. His passion for exploration and discovery drives our mission to create opportunities that inspire children and support those facing unique challenges. Adventures symbolize growth, connection, and the chance to dream big, values we hope to instill in the lives we touch.

Our Story
Kayven tragically lost his battle with epilepsy on November 30, 2023. He had experienced febrile seizures from a young age and was diagnosed with epilepsy early that year. Navigating treatments and accessing local resources proved challenging for Kayven’s family, revealing gaps in support for individuals and families dealing with epilepsy.

Determined to honor Kayven’s memory and help others, his parents, Kacey and Steven Hopper, were inspired to give back to their community. Together, they founded Kayven’s Helping Hands Foundation to share Kayven’s love for adventure, learning, and connection with others.

Our Mission: Making Adventures Possible for All
Our mission is rooted in Kayven’s adventurous spirit, aiming to empower children and families through three core initiatives:

• Literacy: Promoting a love for reading with programs like the Little Free Library, ensuring every child has access to the magic of books.

• Enrichment Fund: Providing resources for camps, clubs, and activities that inspire curiosity, creativity, and personal growth.

• Empowerment: Connecting individuals with epilepsy and their caregivers to critical resources, education, and support, especially in central and rural Kansas.

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COMMUNITY
Vorshay’s Cocktail Lounge

If you want to support a locally owned bar who could use a little love, I encourage you all to visit Vorshay’s Cocktail Lounge at 417 E. Douglas Avenue.

The downtown hot spot has it all, cocktails, live music, comedy shows, Pitch-a-Friend events, and more.

Have you ever been? This is not a paid ad, there’s zero exchange of anything. I just heard they could use some love, and I’m here passing along some information.

Upcoming Events at Vorshay’s:

• 10/17: Tony Pepperoni comedy show

• 10/18 - Halloween Takeover Drag Show

• 10/18 - Tony Pepperoni comedy show

• 10/24 - DJ Sandhu comedy show

• 10/24 - Karaoke

• 10/25 - DJ Sandhu comedy show

• 10/31 - Halloween Takeover with The Plains

WATCH NOW
Wichita Dinner Table

This week we are joined by the Wichita Rugby!

Available on Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcast and Spotify.

COMMUNITY
Trunk-Or-Treats in Wichita

If you believe October is all about Halloween, the costumes and the candy, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up a list of family-friendly Halloween and Trunk-or-Treat events going on in the Wichita area.

NEWS
Blogs You Missed

Let’s catch you up on the blogs you may have missed over the past week from our website, Facebook or Instagram.

Another west side location of Chick N Max has closed. Signs posted on the doors at the 8977 W. Central store confirmed that it has permanently closed.

• Wicked Island (more)

• All-you-can-eat-pho (more)

• BooFest returns (more)

• Free family activities (more)

• Inside Riverside Bohemian (more)

• Kpop Demon Hunters event (more)

• Pasta on the go (more)

GUIDES
Parties for Adults

Looking for a place to go for the adult parties on Halloween? This guide has got you covered!

EVENTS
What’s Coming This Weekend

Events can be found in our Wednesday Wichita Weekender email.

You can view the online version here.

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