Big Love performed at Nichols Theatre - Feb. 10 - Feb. 13
Fifty brides flee to Italy in an effort to escape marrying their fifty cousins in this modern twist on a Greek play, “The Suppliant Women” by Aeschylus. Chaos arises when the grooms soon follow after. "Big Love" by Charles L. Mee examines the themes of gender politics and the search for true love. Be prepared to experience a grand wedding reception.

“'Big Love'takes an ancient plot and updates it. In the process, he creates an explosively theatrical hybrid, the vaudevillian tragicomedy. It is, to say the least, a most improbable combination, but it works, gloriously.” - Dave Lohrey, Curtain Up

Manhattan Arts Center: Monty Python - Feb. 12 - Feb. 13
On February 12th and 13th at 7:30 pm, for two nights only, the Manhattan Arts Center presents high tea, fine desserts, and the ridiculous hilarity of Monty Python.

The Columbian Theatre: Martini Nights - Feb. 12 - Feb. 13
Enjoy a night on the town at the Columbian Theatre for a Vegas-style variety show with the Rat Pack review. Sit back and relax to the classic tunes by Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., Frank Sinatra, romantic Michael Buble melodies and impromptu comedy throughout the evening. Get your dancing shoes on and enjoy sophisticated humor, sensational food and simply satisfying drinks at the Martini Night, where the stars shine and the drinks flow.

McCain: LadySmith Black Mambazo - Feb. 19
First brought to worldwide popularity through Paul Simon’s “Graceland” album, this 10 member Grammy-winning a cappella ensemble marries the intricate rhythms and harmonies of their native South African musical traditions to the sounds and sentiments of gospel music. The result is sheer joy!

The ensemble borrows from a traditional music called isicathamiya (is-cot-a-ME-ya), which developed in the mines of South Africa, where black workers were taken by rail to work far away from their homes and families. When the miners returned to the homelands, this musical tradition returned with them.

After the Graceland recording, the group’s internationally recognized sound was further popularized by their award-winning Life Savers and 7UP commercials, the Lion King II soundtrack, and their many collaborations with such artists as Sir Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, Rod Stewart, Josh Groban, and Phil Collins.

Recommended for the entire family!

The Columbian Theatre: Martini Nights - Feb. 19 - Feb. 20
Enjoy a night on the town at the Columbian Theatre for a Vegas-style variety show with the Rat Pack review. Sit back and relax to the classic tunes by Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., Frank Sinatra, romantic Michael Buble melodies and impromptu comedy throughout the evening. Get your dancing shoes on and enjoy sophisticated humor, sensational food and simply satisfying drinks at the Martini Night, where the stars shine and the drinks flow.

K-State Wind Ensemble Concerts - Feb. 21
Instrumental concert

McCain: Annie - Feb. 24
Leapin’ Lizards! America’s most beloved musical hits the Little Apple!

An orphan, Annie, and her dog Sandy are placed in the lap of luxury for a week as a part of a publicity campaign for Oliver Warbucks. However, Annie's stay turns out to be much more than anyone had bargained for (gee whiskers!) as she works her way into everyone's hearts and learns a few things for herself.

Boasting one of Broadway’s most memorable scores, including “It’s a Hard-Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” and “Tomorrow,” ANNIE is a delightful theatrical experience for the entire family. Bet your bottom dollar you’ll love it!

Recommended for the entire family!

Stoney LaRue at the Wareham - Feb. 24

C.L. Hoover Opera House: Late Night Catechism - Feb. 25 - Feb. 26
Call it Carol Burnett meets Whoopi Goldberg. This interactive comedy is part catechism class,
part stand-up routine. Since it’s beginning, LATE NITE CATECHISM has been performed in
almost every major U.S. city, plus has done successful stints in Australia, England, Ireland,
Canada, and Malaysia.

Manhattan Arts Center: The Dining Room - Feb. 26 - Feb. 28
The play is a comedy of manners set in a single dining room where 18 scences from different households overlap and intertwine. Each story is focused around the families who use the same dining room furniture set, made over 100 years ago.

The Columbian Artists Opening Reception - Feb. 27

Four Seasons - Jan. 9 - Feb. 21
A 30 year relationship marked by the uniqueness of four artist friends. As diverse as the individuals and their work, they collectively and singly have created in many media regionally, nationally and overseas.

Patsy Smith water based abstracts, Judy Gregg interpretive acrylic,

Sammy Lynn batik, padded fiber, and Amy Sadle printmaker

Take a Stand: The underground railroad children's quilt - Jan. 9 - Feb. 21

"Spectacular Uncertainty" the photographs of Tim Forcade - Jan. 15 - Feb. 27
Also featuring new works by
Lisa Grossman
Justin Marable
Vernon Brejcha
Larry Welo

Following the Sun: The Art of Sue Jean Covacevich 1905-1998 - Jan. 29 - May 2

Gail Gregg: The Album Series - Jan. 29 - May 2

The Columbian Artists - Feb. 27 - Apr. 10

Works by Kaci Smith - Feb. 27 - Apr. 10

Kansas Crop Improvement Association Conference - Feb. 9 - Feb. 10

Insurance and Financial Agents & Advisors - Feb. 17 - Feb. 18

National Association of Teachers of Singing - Feb. 20 - Feb. 21

33rd Annual Woman's World Conference "Amazing Girlfriends: Sisters in Christ" - Feb. 26 - Feb. 27
Keynote speakers will be Patty Wyatt and Lisa Jernigen. Attendees will have the opportunity to choose 3 seminars from among a slate of 18 topics. Main sessions include buffet meals and contemporary worship.

Fourth Annual Women's Spiritual Conference: Those Feisty Women of the Gospel - Feb. 27
Women were there at every juncture of Jesus' life: from his conception to his resurrection. Of the 1,426 people given names in the Old Testament, only 111 are female. The proportion is twice as great in the New Testament. Over time, they may have been edited out of the gospels, or their roles diminished, so let us resurrect them.

We can re-imagine their lives using an ancient Midrash technique. Then we will make the link to our lives: what do they teach us and our children?

Strawberry Junction Arts & Crafts Show - Feb. 18
Artisans from all over the Midwest will fill the center with over 20 different booths featuring a wide variety of hand made crafts and works by graphic artists, woodworkers, sculptors, flower and paper artists and much more all on display and for sale.

Sports Card Show - Feb. 27 - Feb. 28
Features the best dealers from across the Midwest specializing in sports cards and memorabilia for the NFL, NHL, NBA, NASCAR, NCAA College sports and Major League Baseball. Also available a large selection of coins, comics, magazines, and many other collectibles to buy, sell, and trade.

Art Lecture Series for Adults: Reading a Work of Art - Feb. 9
Come learn about the language of art, reading a work of art, and American and Kansas art history. The series is part of the museum’s docent training program, but it is open to everyone. For those interested in joining the museum’s docent program, an information and orientation meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 12 from 1-2:30 p.m.

Art Lecture Series for Adults: 20th Century American Art History Part 1 - Feb. 23
Come learn about the language of art, reading a work of art, and American and Kansas art history. The series is part of the museum’s docent training program, but it is open to everyone. For those interested in joining the museum’s docent program, an information and orientation meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 12 from 1-2:30 p.m.

Sunset Zoo- Adult Buy One/Get One Free - Feb. 1 - Feb. 28
Here's your chance, adults, to bring a friend to the Zoo!

Singing Valentines - Feb. 12 - Feb. 14
A barbershop quartet, in tuxedo's, will deliver a love song, a long stemmed rose, & candy to your sweetheart. The singing valentine can be delivered to the workplace, restaurant, home, or place of choice all for $35.00. Specific delivery time, additional song, and additional roses are available at extra cost.

Manhattan Christian College Siblings Day - Feb. 13
Siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends of current students are invited to come and spend the weekend with their MCC student. Events are specially geared toward children and teens in the 1st-12th grade.

Manhattan Christian College Campus Visit Day - Feb. 16
High school students and their families are encouraged to come and visit some classes and get a feel for campus life.

11th Annual Casino Night Auction & Fundraiser - Feb. 26
Casino Night is the Boys & Girls Club’s largest fundraiser. The night features Casino-style gaming, live and silent auctions, music, hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Proceeds from the night directly benefit before-and after-school programs at eight sites, serving 1,500 children and youth in the Manhattan community. Must be 21 years old to attend. For more information please visit www.bgclubmanhattan.com

Home Show - Feb. 27 - Feb. 28
The Home Show is an excellent place to see new and innovative ways to build a new home or remodel your existing home. It is a "one stop shop" for multiple facets of home decoration products that will make your home your personal castle, as well as personal indulgences. See, touch and experience spectacular displays that can help you upgrade your home, increase resale value and save money.

Manhattan Area Garden Show - Feb. 27 - Feb. 28
Spring is coming and your green thumb is itching to get in the dirt??? Come to the Manhattan Area Garden Show for gardening seminars. There will also be informational booths! And it's all free to the public.

K-State Women's Basketball hosts Missouri - Feb. 10
Go Cats!

Crusader Basketball vs Central Bible College - Feb. 12
Go Crusaders!

Lady Crusader Basketball vs Central Bible College - Feb. 12
Go Crusaders!

Crusader Baseball vs Dana College - Feb. 13
Go Crusaders!

Crusader Basketball vs Baptist Bible College - Feb. 13
Go Crusaders!

K-State Men's Basketball hosts Colorado - Feb. 13
Go Cats!

K-State Women's Tennis vs Iowa - Feb. 13
Go Cats!

Lady Crusader Basketball vs Baptist Bible College - Feb. 13
Go Crusaders!

Crusader Baseball vs Mt. Marty College - Feb. 15
Go Crusaders!

K-State Men's Basketball hosts Nebraska - Feb. 17
Go Cats!

Crusader Baseball vs Dordt College - Feb. 19 - Feb. 20
Go Crusaders!

K-State Track & Field host the KSU Open - Feb. 20
Go Cats!

Wildcat Watch Party at the Wareham - Feb. 20
The Ahearn Fund has teamed up with the historic Wareham Opera House in downtown Manhattan to bring you free Wildcat Watch Parties throughout the Big 12 Conference Season. Don’t miss any of the action when your nationally ranked Wildcats are on the road! Join us for the ‘Cats on the 35' theater screen, free popcorn and a cash bar. Doors open half-hour prior to game time.

K-State Women's Basketball hosts Oklahoma - Feb. 21
Go Cats!

Crusader Baseball vs Brown Mackie College - Feb. 23
Go Crusaders!

Wildcat Watch Party at the Wareham - Feb. 23
The Ahearn Fund has teamed up with the historic Wareham Opera House in downtown Manhattan to bring you free Wildcat Watch Parties throughout the Big 12 Conference Season. Don’t miss any of the action when your nationally ranked Wildcats are on the road! Join us for the ‘Cats on the 35' theater screen, free popcorn and a cash bar. Doors open half-hour prior to game time.

K-State Women's Basketball hosts Texas Tech - Feb. 24
Go Cats!

Crusader Baseball vs Waldorf College - Feb. 26 - Feb. 27
Go Crusaders!

K-State Equestrian Team hosts Western IHSA Shows - Feb. 27
DRIVING DIRECTIONS Head west of Kansas State University on Anderson Avenue. Turn right onto W. 69th Avenue. Go about ¼ mile and you will pass a big brown house on your right. After you cross the second one-lane bridge, veer off on the gravel road to the right and follow the driveway in. The barn is a large Coverall arena that is most visible after you have passed the driveway.

K-State Men's Basketball hosts Missouri - Feb. 27
Go Cats!

K-State Women's Tennis vs Wichita State - Feb. 27
Go Cats!

Manhattan Polar Plunge - Feb. 27
Plungers are required to raise a minimum of $75 to participate. If jumping in the frigid water is more than you can “bear”, you can participate as a “chicken” with the same minimum of $75 and stay dry.