The Meat Lab in the animal sciences and industry department is now accepting orders for holiday meat. Place your Thanksgiving ham or turkey order by Wednesday, Nov. 6. Christmas orders are due Wednesday, Dec. 4.

On your next visit to the Zoo, bring a non-perishable food donation to the Flint Hills Breadbasket and Mayor's Holiday Food & Fund Drive, and receive $1 off Zoo Admission. $1 off discount must be taken at time of donation. Good through December 31, 2019

K-State social work students have set up a donation box to collect personal hygiene products for Homestead Ministries Inc.
Homestead is a safe haven for survivors of human trafficking, located right here in the Little Apple.
The donation box will be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday from Friday, Nov. 15, and Friday, Nov. 22 in 204 Waters Hall.

Help the Midwest Dream Car Collection get ready for their first Christmas! Donate a car themed ornament to their lounge Christmas tree and receive $1 off admission now through December 22nd!

Preschool-age children (ages 3-5) begin discovering the wonder of the Flint Hills where they live, but look beyond the city limits in their exploration. Every session includes a story time, snack and themed craft or activity! You can make things all by yourself! Sometimes the things you make might change the world! Come make some things with us! Pre-registration is required. Pre-register online, by phone at 785-587-2726 or in person at the Flint Hills Discovery Center.

Tuesday night is game night! Meet in the Tami Borck Storytime Room to play board games and chess. K-State Chess Club members and other library volunteers may be available to mentor chess players some weeks. Come and go. Suggested for kids, teens and families.

Union Pacific’s historic Big Boy steam locomotive No. 4014 is touring the Union Pacific system throughout 2019 to commemorate the transcontinental railroad's 150th anniversary.
The Big Boy’s return to the rails is the product of more than two years of meticulous restoration work by the Union Pacific Steam Team. No. 4014 is the world's only operating Big Boy locomotive.
Due to the dynamic nature of these operations, running times and scheduled stops are subject to change. The most accurate steam schedule information always will be located on this page.
For the final time this year, the Big Boy No. 4014 will ride the rails on the Union Pacific system, taking it through Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah and Wyoming. Unless otherwise noted on the schedule, all stops are "viewing only" locations.

Join Straight Upp Creative Studio for an entertaining night of painting and wine.
Bring your favorite bottle of wine or beverage, invite your friends, and enjoy step-by-step instruction with our experienced and enthusiastic artist. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind creation and a new found talent you’ll want to explore. Online registration and payment is required.
Registration is non-refundable.

This is the most anticipated holiday event in the Little Apple! Enjoy a night of fellowship, exceptional food and holiday cheer. Transform your home or business with one (or two) of our designer holiday trees and seasonal decor. The silent auction will get you started on your holiday shopping list.

Join for a Thanksgiving-themed craft nights! Guests will learn how to make a fresh Thanksgiving centerpiece from members of the Hy-Vee floral team. We will provide all the supplies needed to make either the "Grateful" arrangement (tall) from our Fall & Winter collection, or a customized, fall-colored low and long centerpiece.
Attendees can bring their own drinks and snacks - beer and wine are a-ok! - or they can purchase drinks and snacks from the grocery store or the Market Grille Express.
Tickets are $25 per person, with registration closing on November 19 to ensure we have enough materials for each attendee. Refunds will be granted until November 19; refunds requested after November 19 cannot be guaranteed as materials will have already been purchased.

Uncorked Inspiration takes the excitement and fun of the popular paint and sip phenomenon to a whole new level. Join us for a fun evening of painting and drinking your favorite beverage as you create artwork in a comfortable environment.
Neal will lead the group in painting "Winter Sunset" as well as provide goofy, yet entertaining, art history anecdotes all while teaching painting techniques, color theory and other art related skills. You'll walk away with some knowledge of art techniques, an original painting of your own, and having had a great time.
Bring your beverage of choice to enjoy as you paint. Painting will begin promptly at 6:30.
Registration is non-refundable

Come see JBH Crafting & Appleby Crafts on November 23rd from 9 am - 2 pm to place an order and grab some goodies for Christmas. There will be gift wrapping and treats available!

Each canvas will have the image predrawn in pencil on an 11" x 14" canvas. The instructor will start the children out with basic techniques then walk around and help the children individually while incorporating bits of art history/appreciation. The class will be taught by a K-State graduate with degrees in the visual arts who advocates for art education.
We'll provide a light snack for the children while they are listening to the story. Parents are welcome to stay or drop their child off.
Ages 6 - 12. Younger children are welcome, but we prefer an adult stay to assist the child.
Registration is non-refundable

Join us for kids storytime and crafts at 10am! Event is Free with Admission. Limited to 15 kids.

Join us for Manhattan Hy-Vee's Monthly Kids in the Kitchen with your Hy-Vee registered dietitian, Kristi Sanders . We will be giving thanks and making delicious kid friendly recipes to expand upon cooking skills and healthy habits. Parents are welcome to stay or go. Recommended for child ages 4-12.
Recipes for this class:
Fruity Turkeys
Pumpkin Waffles
Effortless Apple Crisp
Bonus Activity:
I'm Thankful For...Gratitude Challenge.

Come celebrate Thanksgiving with us as we prepare many of the traditional American foods and ask you to bring a dish unique to your country. We will share a bit of the history of Thanksgiving and take time to share with one another what we are thankful for this past year.
This event is FREE! Because we had such a wonderful turnout last year and space is limited we actually need you to get a ticket. We have 70 spots available so the sooner you get a ticket the greater chance that there will be a seat available for you!!
If you can drive or are in need of a ride, please be at the Jardine ATA bus stop, Moore Hall or Union Bosco ATA bus stop at 5:45pm.
If you can drive or are in need of a ride, please be at the Jardine ATA bus stop, Moore Hall or Union Bosco ATA bus stop at 5:45pm.

Uncorked Inspiration takes the excitement and fun of the popular paint and sip phenomenon to a whole new level. Join us for a fun evening of painting and drinking your favorite beverage as you create artwork in a comfortable environment.
Neal will lead the group in painting "Christmas Truck" as well as provide goofy, yet entertaining, art history anecdotes all while teaching painting techniques, color theory and other art related skills. You'll walk away with some knowledge of art techniques, an original painting of your own, and having had a great time.
Bring your beverage of choice to enjoy as you paint. Painting will begin promptly at 6:30.
Registration is non-refundable

Uncorked Inspiration takes the excitement and fun of the popular paint and sip phenomenon to a whole new level. Join us for a fun evening of painting and drinking your favorite beverage as you create artwork in a comfortable environment.
Neal will lead the group in painting "Purple Forest" as well as provide goofy, yet entertaining, art history anecdotes all while teaching painting techniques, color theory and other art related skills. You'll walk away with some knowledge of art techniques, an original painting of your own, and having had a great time.
Bring your beverage of choice to enjoy as you paint. Painting will begin promptly at 4:00.
Registration is non-refundable

Tuesday night is game night! Meet in the Tami Borck Storytime Room to play board games and chess. K-State Chess Club members and other library volunteers may be available to mentor chess players some weeks. Come and go. Suggested for kids, teens and families.

Before you feast, join us for a 5K through the streets of Manhattan, KS. The race starts and finishes in Aggieville, while taking you around City Park and down Poyntz Ave.
2019 will represent our 4th year of the Turkey Trot. After record numbers in 2018 of 866 we are looking forward to continuing to make this THE EVENT for Thanksgiving Day.
It has quickly become a fun, family tradition to start your Thanksgiving Day off right!

See website for specific dates and times!

Uncorked Inspiration takes the excitement and fun of the popular paint and sip phenomenon to a whole new level. Join us for a fun evening of painting and drinking your favorite beverage as you create artwork in a comfortable environment.
Neal will lead the group in painting "Christmas Tree" as well as provide goofy, yet entertaining, art history anecdotes all while teaching painting techniques, color theory and other art related skills. You'll walk away with some knowledge of art techniques, an original painting of your own, and having had a great time.
Bring your beverage of choice to enjoy as you paint. Painting will begin promptly at 6:30.
Registration is non-refundable

Ginny will lead the group in painting "Dot Christmas Tree." You'll walk away with some knowledge of art techniques, an original painting of your own, and having had a great time.
Bring along your favorite cup of coffee and snack if you choose. Painting will begin promptly at 9:00 am.
ARTIST BIO: Ginny Young will be the instructor during our morning Coffee & Canvas events. Ginny received her BS & MS degrees in Recreation and Fitness at Kansas State University. While raising three daughters, she dabbled in art, taking classes and workshops when possible. To bring art opportunities to her rural area, Ginny organized painting workshops taught by professional artist.
Art has continually been a source of joy for Ginny. Her award winning art can be seen in various location in Kansas and Colorado. Ginny's subject matter includes still life, floral, figure, landscapes and abstract. Mediums she uses include oil, watercolor, acrylic, collage, and mixed media.

Rides are pick up/drop off at Blue Earth Plaza. No rides on December 6th due to the parade.

Every day our local businesses open their doors for you...with a smile. Our business genuinely welcome you, because that is what neighbors do. It's time to support them. Shop small on Small Business Saturday, November 30, 2019!

Each canvas will have the image predrawn in pencil on an 11" x 14" canvas. The instructor will start the children out with basic techniques then walk around and help the children individually while incorporating bits of art history/appreciation. The class will be taught by a K-State graduate with degrees in the visual arts who advocates for art education.
We'll provide a light snack for the children while they are listening to the story. Parents are welcome to stay or drop their child off.
Ages 6 - 12. Younger children are welcome, but we prefer an adult stay to assist the child.
Registration is non-refundable

Join Sunset Zoo for a hometown holiday celebration! The event will feature a luminary walk, around a portion of our trails of Sunset Zoo. Come visit with Santa, participate in arts and crafts activities for the entire family, cookie decorating, storytelling, music, live animal encounters and more!
We will have events both inside and outside Sunset Zoo. Hands-on activities will be inside our Nature Exploration Center and we will also have our Luminary Trail along portions of the Zoo.
Each family will receive a copy of the book The Mitten by Jan Brett while supplies last.
Friends of Sunset Zoo will be admitted to the event early each evening beginning at 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. and general public admission will begin at 5:30 - 8 p.m. on both Saturday, November 30 and Sunday, December 1.

Uncorked Inspiration takes the excitement and fun of the popular paint and sip phenomenon to a whole new level. Join us for a fun evening of painting and drinking your favorite beverage as you create artwork in a comfortable environment.
Neal will lead the group in painting "Tipsy Santa" as well as provide goofy, yet entertaining, art history anecdotes all while teaching painting techniques, color theory and other art related skills. You'll walk away with some knowledge of art techniques, an original painting of your own, and having had a great time.
Bring your beverage of choice to enjoy as you paint. Painting will begin promptly at 6:30.
Registration is non-refundable