What Up Wichita?
Big potential changes coming to one east side bowling alley plus a lot more as we are finally in March.

In today’s email:

• Bowlero: Is Wichita feeling lucky

• Must Try New Restaurant: Louis Fried Rice

• Illusionist Rick Thomas: Who won those tickets?

FEATURE STORY
More Changes for “The Alley”?

In 2023, Bowlero acquired Lucky Strike, an entertainment facility with bowling and other options all over the country. As you may know, Bowlero purchased some bowling alleys here in town as part of their buying spree. That included The Alley at 11413 E. 13th St. N.

Then late last year, Bowlero officially rebranded as Lucky Strike Entertainment. They have also been rebranding many Bowlero locations as Lucky Strike and giving it a more “upscale” vibe”.

Rumor has it that the Alley will be part of that Lucky Strike rebrand while the other two could remain as Bowlero.

EVENTS
NCAA Tournament in Wichita

The NCAA Tournament is once again coming to Wichita on March 20 and 22. The entire downtown area is going to be activated with events and parties.

We’ve put together this handy guide to help you navigate that entire week as it’s going to be something you don’t want to miss.

EDDYTORIAL EXCLUSIVE
Wichita By E.B. Trivia

Mentholatum was created in Wichita in 1889 by A.A. Hyde.

In 1906, The Mentholatum Co. was built as the company’s first manufacturing plant.

DINING SCENE
$1,000 Gift Card Giveaway

Only 8 days left to enter the $1,000 gift card giveaway at the Wagon O’Masters Paddy Party on March 15 at Naftzger Park from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Entering is easy!

If you visit one of the below restaurants, you can register for a chance to win the $1,000 in gift cards.

It’s easy, stop by, grab a bite to eat, or check out the new Keeper’s Heart and Una Vida Tequila cocktails and most importantly, scan a QR code displayed at the restaurant.

• Walker’s Jazz Lounge - 252 N. Mosley St. from March 6 - 8

• The Depot - 711 E. Douglas Ave. from March 8 - 11

• Public and The Brickyard - 129 N. Rock Island St. from March 12-14

Be sure to scan the QR code to enter. The winner will be announced live at 2:30pm on March 15 at Naftzger Park. Must be present to win.

Sponsored by Keeper’s Heart Whiskey, One Life Spirits and Sabre Wealth Management?

DINING SCENE
Restaurant Opening

A brand new restaurant, I encourage everyone to check out is Louis Fried Rice.

Located at 1710 S. West Street, it’s a nice addition to an area of town that’s short on dining options.

The menu features rice soups commonly known as Cháo, wings, Vietnamese sandwiches otherwise known as bánh mì, a limited Chinese menu and, of course, fried rice. Read More.

Be sure to check your email every Monday morning for the Dining Digest with even more restaurant news.

EVENTS
What’s Coming This Weekend

Here are some snippets from our event calendar.

Thursday

Disney On Ice at Intrust Bank Arena (thru Sunday)

Friday

49th Kansas Sunflower Swap Meet for Charity at Century II (thru Saturday)
Vintage Market Days of Wichita at Wichita Sports Forum (thru Sunday)
The Apothecary Awakens at GROW
Live Improv at The Flying Pig Impro (thru Saturday

Saturday

21st & Ridge Farmers Market 
Women’s Empowered Market at Wichita Recovery Hub
Board Game Mega Event at Sedgwick County Extension Building
2nd Saturday at The Workroom
Spektrum Muzik Presents: Smithereens Screening at Tallgrass Film Association

WATCH NOW
Wichita Dinner Table

This week we are joined by Matt Fouts of Tanganyika Wildlife Park.

Available on Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcast and Spotify.

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.

• Apollo Fermentations to open new tap room (more)

• Two Wichita Public Libraries will soon reopen (more)

• Los Habaneros food truck (more)

• Ozone Season kicks off (more)

• The latest on N&J Cafe new location (more)

• Cousins Maine Lobster is returning (more)

GIVEAWAY
Illusionist Rick Thomas Ticket Winner

Our ticket winner is (drumroll please……)

Maria Castro

Congrats, if you’re reading this, please email us within 48 hours to claim your tickets!

If you didn’t win, you can get your tickets at here.

EVENTS
Live Music Sponsored by Mort’s Martini Bar

COMING SOON
Riverfest Sundown Parade

The Sundown Parade, May 30 at 6:30p.m. Show up, show off and shine!

Riverfest is now less than 100 days away.

For more information or to join the parade, visit: https://ow.ly/sv6V50V4MBg

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