Tallgrass TV: Sam Easterson’s Tribute to the Konza Prairie - Jan. 17 - June 10
An exhibition featuring video footage of animals native to Konza Prairie and similar prairie environments will be on display at the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art January 17-June 10, 2012.

2012 Gift Print Artist - Earl Iversen - Feb. 14 - May 20
Earl Iversen, retired Associate Professor of Photography at Kansas University, work will be on display as the 2012 Gift Print artist.

Earl Iversen: 2012 Friends of the Beach Museum of Art Gift Print Artist - Feb. 14 - May 20
This exhibition of Earl Iversen’s photography features selections of recent work from the Garden of Eden in Lucas and Mary’s Lake in Lawrence. Iversen, associate professor emeritus at the University of Kansas, is the 2012 Friends of the Beach Museum of Art gift print artist. The honor, awarded by the support group for Kansas State University's art museum, showcases one of the best artists in the state or region each year.

Temporary Exhibit: the Making of the Flint Hills Discovery Center - Apr. 14 - Aug. 12
The changing exhibit room in the Flint Hills Discovery Center features the making of the Discovery Center to the public. Learn about the people who contributed to the creation of the building, and learn about four of the artists who made important contributions to this project.

Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda - Apr. 17 - Sep. 2
An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature

Faith, Magic, Love & Death - Apr. 20 - June 9
Subtitled “Cautionary Tales of the End Times”, the exhibit features 6 nationally collected artists and their vision of the Mayan “End Times.” Also work by Yoshiro Ikeda, in conjunction with the retrospective at the Beach Museum of Art. In addition, there are three painters, a photographer, and a ceramicist.

Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War - Apr. 29 - June 6
Kansas State University Libraries is proud to host the traveling exhibition Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War. This exhibition was organized by the National Constitution Center and the American Library Association Public Programs Office and has been made possible by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Wamego Middle School & High School Art Show - May 11 - June 2
This is a combined show of the Wamego High School & Wamego Middle School art programs. It will show off the different projects and mediums they have worked on throughout the school year. Many pieces will be coming directly from competition.

4-H Discovery Days - May 29 - June 1

CHECK- Conference on Higher Ed Computing in Kansas - May 23

Guys and Dolls - May 11 - May 18
The story begins with a bet and is set in the colorful world of New York City in the mid-20th Century. It is a tale of gambling men and the women who long to tame them.

Funny Business - May 18 - May 20
When low morale threatens the Toronto branch of Chime Communications Canada, five ordinary office workers must mount a team-building talent show to save their jobs. Meet Stuart, the lovable yet inappropriate office manager, Marcus, the smooth talking sales rep, Diane, the tough as nails marketing manager, Brie, the perky and scheming receptionist, and Jack, the awkward guitar-playing intern. Together, they must use their hidden talents to sing, dance and manipulate their ways through the talent show, which ultimately degenerated into a every-man-for-themselves battle of office skills, where only one will walk away without a pink slip.

Gold Orchestra Concert - May 24
The Gold Orchestra comprises 73 students in grades 5-10. They are giving this concert in preparation for their tour of Memphis and Nashville May 29—June 3rd

Arts in the Park- Manhattan Municipal Band - May 26 - July 17
On Memorial Day, the band will be playing at 9:30 am in Sunset Cemetery, and at 7:30 pm in the Larry Norvell Band Shell.

The Municipal Band plays Tuesday evenings from June 5th- July 17 in the Larry Norvell Band Shell in City Park at 7:30 pm.

Additionally, they will perform at 6:30 in Cico Park on the 4th of July.

The Territorial Troubadours - May 26
Listen to Kansas history through song by The Territorial Troubadours while you visit the traveling exhibition, Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War.

Go See It! Weather in the Flint Hills - May 17
On the third Thursday of every month, featured speakers will highlight unique places to visit throughout the Flint Hills, and provide tips on how to pursue adventure in your own backyard. All Go See It! Lecetures will be held in the classroom.

Tuesday Talks in the Gardens- Stop and Smell the Roses - May 22
Jim Roush, Master Gardener
Join Jim for a stroll through the historic KSU rose garden as he talks about the classes of roses in the garden, their historical background and choices beyond Hybrid Teas and Floribundas.

Taste of Home Cooking School - May 24

4-H Youth Manhattan Discovery Days - May 29 - June 1
Discovery Days is held in Manhattan, Kansas on the Kansas State University campus. It is open to all youth 13 to 18 years old by January 1 of the current year.

Wildcat Volleyball Camps/Clinics - Mar. 1 - July 31
K-State volleyball offers a variety of camps and clinics during the spring and summer months. Our Coaching clinic is designed to provide training, coaching, and instruction information to interested coaches of club, Jr High and HS teams. Junior Wildcat camps (Grades K-5) are offered for the purpose of introducing the sport and teaching the fundamentals of volleyball to area youth. Individual All Skills camps (Grades 6-12) are offered to provide training, instruction, reinforcement of fundamentals, feedback, and playing opportunities to players. Elite camps (Grades 9-12) are offered to provide a high level of training and instruction, and playing opportunities for the Varsity level and college bound athlete. Team Camps (Grades 7-12) offer Club, Jr High and HS teams the opportunity to train as a team, have playing opportunities, and receive instruction for our staff.

River Trails Beginner Mountain Bike Ride - May 17
Distance: 1-2 laps/4-8 miles. At this ride you will have the opportunity to learn how to ride on off road trails and trail etiquette. A couple of the concepts you will learn are how to ride over a log or other obstacle, and how to position your body when riding downhill.

Friday Night Lights River Trails MTB Ride - May 18
Distance: 1-3 laps/6-18 miles. Looking for something really exciting to do on a Friday night? Why not join us for a ride on your mountain bike at night? REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR LIGHTS!!! Don't have a light? Demo one of our high quality lights from the shop!!

Linear Trail Historical Lifestyle Ride - May 19
Distance: 5-10 miles. Join Big Poppi Bicycle Co and the Flint Hills Area Bike Club each Saturday morning for a casual ride on Linear Trail while learning interesting historical facts about Manhattan, KS

Monday Night Lights River Trails MTB Ride - May 21
Leader: TaitDistance: 1-3 laps/6-18 miles. Looking for something really exciting to do to start off your week? Tired of Monday Night Football? Why not join us for a ride on your mountain bike at night? REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR LIGHTS!!! Don't have a light? Demo one of our high quality lights from the shop for FREE!!

Road Ride with K-State Cycling Club - May 21
Leader: KSU Cycling; Distance: 10-20 miles (depending on groups decision). This will be a recovery ride that will stay together the entire time. Speed limit is 15 mph. Come on out and ride with the KSU Cycling Club!!

Mountain/Cyclocross Bikes Gravel Ride - May 22
Distance: 15-30 miles. Come join us for a gravel ride as we enjoy the Flint Hills and an incredible Kansas sunset. Bring your headlights and taillights just in case. Don't have a light? Demo one of our high quality lights from the shop for FREE!!

Urban Street Ride - May 22
For any bike with 2 wheels and no motor; Come on out to enhance your technical riding skills

Women's-Mountain/Cyclocross Bikes Gravel Ride - May 23
Distance: 10-15 miles. Calling all LADIES! Come join us for a gravel ride as we enjoy the Flint Hills and an incredible Kansas sunset. Bring your headlights and taillights just in case. Don't have a light? Demo one of our high quality lights from the shop for FREE!!

River Trails Mountain Bike Ride - May 23
Distance: 2-3 laps/12-18 miles. The pace of this ride will be medium/fast. As usual, all riding abilities are welcome on any ride at Big Poppi's, but if you are ready for more of a challenge, come on out!!!

River Trails Beginner Mountain Bike Ride - May 24
Distance: 1-2 laps/4-8 miles. At this ride you will have the opportunity to learn how to ride on off road trails and trail etiquette. A couple of the concepts you will learn are how to ride over a log or other obstacle, and how to position your body when riding downhill.

3A High School State Baseball - May 25 - May 26
The 8 regional winners in 3A high schools across Kansas battle it out for the state championship!

3A High School State Softball - May 25 - May 26
The 8 regional winners of girls high school 3A softball, battling it out to be the state champions! Girls games are played on two fields at Twin Oaks, and do not start until Friday evening.

Friday Night Lights River Trails MTB Ride - May 25
Distance: 1-3 laps/6-18 miles. Looking for something really exciting to do on a Friday night? Why not join us for a ride on your mountain bike at night? REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR LIGHTS!!! Don't have a light? Demo one of our high quality lights from the shop!!

Linear Trail Historical Lifestyle Ride - May 26
Distance: 5-10 miles. Join Big Poppi Bicycle Co and the Flint Hills Area Bike Club each Saturday morning for a casual ride on Linear Trail while learning interesting historical facts about Manhattan, KS

Monday Night Lights River Trails MTB Ride - May 28
Leader: TaitDistance: 1-3 laps/6-18 miles. Looking for something really exciting to do to start off your week? Tired of Monday Night Football? Why not join us for a ride on your mountain bike at night? REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR LIGHTS!!! Don't have a light? Demo one of our high quality lights from the shop for FREE!!

Road Ride with K-State Cycling Club - May 28
Leader: KSU Cycling; Distance: 10-20 miles (depending on groups decision). This will be a recovery ride that will stay together the entire time. Speed limit is 15 mph. Come on out and ride with the KSU Cycling Club!!

Mountain/Cyclocross Bikes Gravel Ride - May 29
Distance: 15-30 miles. Come join us for a gravel ride as we enjoy the Flint Hills and an incredible Kansas sunset. Bring your headlights and taillights just in case. Don't have a light? Demo one of our high quality lights from the shop for FREE!!

Urban Street Ride - May 29
For any bike with 2 wheels and no motor; Come on out to enhance your technical riding skills

Women's-Mountain/Cyclocross Bikes Gravel Ride - May 30
Distance: 10-15 miles. Calling all LADIES! Come join us for a gravel ride as we enjoy the Flint Hills and an incredible Kansas sunset. Bring your headlights and taillights just in case. Don't have a light? Demo one of our high quality lights from the shop for FREE!!

River Trails Mountain Bike Ride - May 30
Distance: 2-3 laps/12-18 miles. The pace of this ride will be medium/fast. As usual, all riding abilities are welcome on any ride at Big Poppi's, but if you are ready for more of a challenge, come on out!!!

75th Flint Hills Rodeo - May 31 - June 2

River Trails Beginner Mountain Bike Ride - May 31
Distance: 1-2 laps/4-8 miles. At this ride you will have the opportunity to learn how to ride on off road trails and trail etiquette. A couple of the concepts you will learn are how to ride over a log or other obstacle, and how to position your body when riding downhill.