With the summer season coming to a wrap, I think everyone has a little bit of the summer time blues. In honor of summer, this week I chose to write about an event that makes everyone think and reminisce on summertime, the state fair. The annual state fair is held in Hutchison, Kansas. It is a very popular event for us Kansans, as well as visiting tourists. The state fair has been going on for 100 years as of 2013 and every year it gets better. It is a 10 day long event, which reals in thousands of people to this exciting event.
Like every fair, it contains animals, rides, and cotton candy but the state fair has way more to offer. No matter which day out of the 10 days you attend, something different is offered every day.
Though the state fair only occurs once a year at a certain time, it is absolutely worth the wait and certain time to come. There are many highlights to this event. My personal favorite are all the performers they have, which are usually country artists! This past year hit artist Toby Keith performed, as well as other hit country artists, bringing in quite an audience.
From the parade to the tractor pulls, there is so much to offer at this event located in Hutchison, Kansas. It's an event worth attending with your family, friends, or significant other and one in which you won't regret.
Here is a link to the Kansas state fair's website if you inquire further information: http://kansasstatefair.com/
Monday, September 30, 2013
Sunday, September 22, 2013
Tour the Twine
The largest ball of twine is located in Cawker City, Kansas. Frank Stoeber is the man who created the ball of twine, starting his project in 1953. In 4 short years, after the ball was created, it weighed 5,000 pounds and was 8 feet tall. As of today, the huge ball weighs a whopping 19,873 pounds.
If you want to be apart of the "World's Largest Things" every August Cawker City holds a Twine-A-Thon, where those attending add more twine to large ball, nevertheless, making it more giant than it already is.
Cawker City, Kansas is a town to stop in, especially to see the "Largest Ball of Twine."
The slideshow below are pictures capturing the giant ball and tourists visiting!
If you want to be apart of the "World's Largest Things" every August Cawker City holds a Twine-A-Thon, where those attending add more twine to large ball, nevertheless, making it more giant than it already is.
Cawker City, Kansas is a town to stop in, especially to see the "Largest Ball of Twine."
The slideshow below are pictures capturing the giant ball and tourists visiting!
Thursday, September 19, 2013
There's No Place Like Home
While passing through Kansas, a site to see is The Oz Museum in Wamego, Kanas. "There is no place like home," couldn't be more true in this case. This cute cozy museum in the small and inviting town of Wamego, makes you feel right at home while also viewing scenes from the legendary 1939 movie Wizard of Oz.
The movie Wizard of Oz, is set in Kanas, right in 'Tornado Alley'. If you aren't familiar with the movie, it is about Dorothy, a young girl who is raised by her aunt and uncle, who is swept away by a tornado taking her and her dog Toto to the magical land of Oz. The museum contains scenes and views from the movie and over 2,000 artifacts from 1900's to present day. The museum itself offers viewing of artifacts, as well as souvenirs from 'Auntie Em's' gift shop.
Rates to attend the museum are: Ages 13 and up: $7.00, Children 4-12: $4.00, Children 3 and under: FREE.
Location: 511 Lincoln Wamego, KS 66547
Below is a Google map of Wamego, KS. Enjoy!
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The movie Wizard of Oz, is set in Kanas, right in 'Tornado Alley'. If you aren't familiar with the movie, it is about Dorothy, a young girl who is raised by her aunt and uncle, who is swept away by a tornado taking her and her dog Toto to the magical land of Oz. The museum contains scenes and views from the movie and over 2,000 artifacts from 1900's to present day. The museum itself offers viewing of artifacts, as well as souvenirs from 'Auntie Em's' gift shop.
Rates to attend the museum are: Ages 13 and up: $7.00, Children 4-12: $4.00, Children 3 and under: FREE.
Location: 511 Lincoln Wamego, KS 66547
Below is a Google map of Wamego, KS. Enjoy!
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Visit the Kansas City Zoo
In the great state of Kansas there are many zoos, but one of the major ones is the Kansas City Zoo. The Kansas City Zoo is home to a variety of animals. Stated on the zoo's website, their mission is to conserve and provide experiences with wildlife in order to entertain and educate our audiences and to instill a lifelong respect for nature. Along with their mission, their vision is to be the most family-friendly zoo in the country anchoring Kansas City as the "edu-tainment" capitol of the Midwest.
Growing up in Kansas, I went on field trips to the zoo, as well as visits with my family and each time I went, there was something new to see. It is an exciting and liberating experience to see the different types of cultures of animals.
On weekdays, the zoo is open from 9:30a.m. to 4p.m. and on weekends the hours are 9:30a.m. to 5:00p.m.
From animals in the zones of Africa, Australia, and Africa, visiting will enhance your appreciation for cultured animals. There is also a KidZone and a new exhibit called the Polar Bear Passage. All of these animals and attractions are worth visiting and your time. If you're looking for a day out with the family, this would be the attraction to go see, together.
Linked is the website to the Kansas City Zoo, which will be helpful when deciding what to see and do at the zoo, and just to further your knowledge on the history of the zoo. www.kansascityzoo.org
Monday, September 16, 2013
Live It Up at The Legends
The Legends is the place to be, if you are looking for a day or night out on the town. This outdoor outlet mall is filled with a variety of shops, plethora of restaurants, and a top notch movie theatre. Recently making its way to Kansas, it added a uniqueness and designer outlet mall to the state.
The 1.2 million square foot structure, known as The Legends, is located off of I-70 and I-435 in Village West. Village West is the largest tourist attraction in the state of Kansas, due to its surroundings. Village West is filled with Nebraska Furniture Mart, Cabela's, Great Wolf Lodge, Sporting KC, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Kansas City T-Bones Baseball Team, and Hollywood Casino. All of these attractions are ones worth visiting, especially since they are surrounded by The Legends Outlet Mall.
In the mall itself are plenty of attractions. One in which brings in a lot people is Dave & Busters, a restaurant/gaming adventure. Dave & Busters has a variety of food on their menu, while also allowing you to play your favorite arcade games as or before you eat.
Like I mentioned before, The Legends is the place to be if you want a 'Girls Day Out' shopping or going to a movie or a 'Guys Night' at one of the many fine dining restaurants. I highly recommend stopping in. It's a choice you won't regret!
In a separate page on my blog, up above, there is a list of all of the stores and restaurants to find at The Legends Outlet Mall. Check it out!
Hours of Operation are: Monday-Saturday 10:00a.m. to 9:00p.m. and Sunday 11:00p.m. to 6:00p.m.
Hope everyone had a safe weekend and has a blessed week!
The 1.2 million square foot structure, known as The Legends, is located off of I-70 and I-435 in Village West. Village West is the largest tourist attraction in the state of Kansas, due to its surroundings. Village West is filled with Nebraska Furniture Mart, Cabela's, Great Wolf Lodge, Sporting KC, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Kansas City T-Bones Baseball Team, and Hollywood Casino. All of these attractions are ones worth visiting, especially since they are surrounded by The Legends Outlet Mall.
In the mall itself are plenty of attractions. One in which brings in a lot people is Dave & Busters, a restaurant/gaming adventure. Dave & Busters has a variety of food on their menu, while also allowing you to play your favorite arcade games as or before you eat.
Like I mentioned before, The Legends is the place to be if you want a 'Girls Day Out' shopping or going to a movie or a 'Guys Night' at one of the many fine dining restaurants. I highly recommend stopping in. It's a choice you won't regret!
In a separate page on my blog, up above, there is a list of all of the stores and restaurants to find at The Legends Outlet Mall. Check it out!
Hours of Operation are: Monday-Saturday 10:00a.m. to 9:00p.m. and Sunday 11:00p.m. to 6:00p.m.
Hope everyone had a safe weekend and has a blessed week!
Monday, September 9, 2013
Hang With The Hawks & Chant With The Cats
Fall entails cooler weather, beautiful scenery, and also the game of football. Since the season is approaching, I thought it was only fitting that the first event to do in Kansas, was to attend a football or basketball game (specifically football since it's that time of year) at two of our Division 1 schools.
From 'Waving The Wheat' to the traditional Rock Chalk chant, Kansas University takes pride in the achievements of their athletic teams. A must see for the Kansas go-ers is a KU sporting event. Growing up in the sunflower state, I've been born and bread a Jayhawk fan.
The University of Kansas is located in Lawrence, Kansas, originally founded in 1865. Memorial Stadium, where football is played, was built in 1921 and Allen Fieldhouse, where they play basketball, was founded in 1955.
The event to see is the Sunflower Showdown between Kansas rivals, KU and K-State, which is November 30, 2013 located at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
Kansas State University is located in Manhattan, Kansas, originally founded in 1863. The Bill Snyder Family Stadium, where they play football and is named after the head coach, just put its final touches on the advancements to it, making it a bigger and nicer complex. The Bramlage Coliseum, where they play basketball was built in 1988. Kansas State University thrives on the concept of 'Family', and you feel like just that attending one of their events, especially when all do the Wabash Cannonball in the stadiums.
Both of these schools have top notch athletic departments and school pride. 'Waving The Wheat' and the 'Wabash Cannonball' are techniques used by each school to amp up the crowd at halftimes, time outs, and when a point is scored for their team. As a Kansan I have been to both a KU and K-State sporting event. They are filled with excitement, tradition, and pride. While in Kansas, it is a definite to do, to get the full feel for our Kansas 'sporting vibe.' Also, the town of Lawrence and Manhattan are great tourist attractions, with many sights to see! Below this text are links to the sports schedules for the year 2013-14, so take a look at those dates and find one that works for you. If you don't, you'd be missing out.
Enjoy!
http://www2.kusports.com/schedules/football/2013/kansas/
http://www.kstatesports.com/calendar/events/
Sources:
http://www.kuathletics.com/
http://www.kstatesports.com/
From 'Waving The Wheat' to the traditional Rock Chalk chant, Kansas University takes pride in the achievements of their athletic teams. A must see for the Kansas go-ers is a KU sporting event. Growing up in the sunflower state, I've been born and bread a Jayhawk fan.
The University of Kansas is located in Lawrence, Kansas, originally founded in 1865. Memorial Stadium, where football is played, was built in 1921 and Allen Fieldhouse, where they play basketball, was founded in 1955.
The event to see is the Sunflower Showdown between Kansas rivals, KU and K-State, which is November 30, 2013 located at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
Kansas State University is located in Manhattan, Kansas, originally founded in 1863. The Bill Snyder Family Stadium, where they play football and is named after the head coach, just put its final touches on the advancements to it, making it a bigger and nicer complex. The Bramlage Coliseum, where they play basketball was built in 1988. Kansas State University thrives on the concept of 'Family', and you feel like just that attending one of their events, especially when all do the Wabash Cannonball in the stadiums.
Both of these schools have top notch athletic departments and school pride. 'Waving The Wheat' and the 'Wabash Cannonball' are techniques used by each school to amp up the crowd at halftimes, time outs, and when a point is scored for their team. As a Kansan I have been to both a KU and K-State sporting event. They are filled with excitement, tradition, and pride. While in Kansas, it is a definite to do, to get the full feel for our Kansas 'sporting vibe.' Also, the town of Lawrence and Manhattan are great tourist attractions, with many sights to see! Below this text are links to the sports schedules for the year 2013-14, so take a look at those dates and find one that works for you. If you don't, you'd be missing out.
Enjoy!
http://www2.kusports.com/schedules/football/2013/kansas/
http://www.kstatesports.com/calendar/events/
Sources:
http://www.kuathletics.com/
http://www.kstatesports.com/
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