Good morning, Topeka.

Temple of Deliverance will host its Men of Legacy conference (age 12+) to boost leadership skills through faith, starting with a service on June 12 at 7 p.m. at its location and continuing with sessions on June 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Crestview Shelter House.

The Topeka Zoo welcomed three new cheetahs on Thursday, June 4 at its Camp Cowabunga exhibit as the female Bria and her daughters Cheka and Kuishi arrived from a safari park in Ashland, Nebraska.

Zoo officials said visitors will see the cats in limited view while they adjust.

Evergy Plaza held an icebreaking Thursday to start construction of a new permanent ice skating rink at the civic plaza in downtown Topeka.

The project is funded by tax dollars and a major grant from Security Benefit — a move to boost local activity.

Due to forecasted rain Sunday, the Montara Neighborhood Yard Sales are moved to Saturday, June 6, and to June 13 + June 14, featuring food trucks and a bounce house in the Montara area south of Topeka.

Mirror, Inc.’s Work for Success program partners with United Way of Kaw Valley—helping residents get job training and family stability.

Donations on Wednesday, June 10 will unlock matching funds for people with unique needs.

Olive Café has moved to a new building at SW 17th and Fairlawn.

The owner has enlisted friend and local artist Jon Sloan to paint an Egyptian-inspired mural before the café opens this summer.

The Kansas State Capitol will host Celebrate America: A Capitol Kansas Concert on Thursday, July 2 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. to mark America’s 250th anniversary with live music by the Capital City Chorus and Topeka Symphony Orchestra, and a synchronized light and fountain show at Evergy Plaza.

The Kansas Prairie Pickers will host their annual Prairie Lake Pickin’ Party, offering live bluegrass music from 5-10 p.m. daily and a beginner session on Saturday morning, from Thursday, June 11 to Saturday, June 13 at Prairie Lake east of Holton.

The TPS Foundation held its annual golf tournament Thursday to raise funds for scholarships and classroom programs in Topeka Public Schools, with proceeds supporting Teacher Innovation Grants to enhance learning across the district.

On Thursday, the Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners approved permits for 24 fireworks stands to sell fireworks from June 27 to July 5 with fees totaling $12,000.

Most stand applicants are repeat customers.

On Thursday morning, June 4, Shawnee County Commissioners approved a resolution to issue $7 million in bonds to Endeavor Hospitality Investments, LLC for Hotel Topeka.

The deal includes a lease agreement and discussions over the adjacent Maner Conference Center (county-owned) have postponed closing to next month.

Scientists detected New World screwworm in a Texas calf and the Kansas Department of Agriculture is educating ranchers and veterinarians about managing the pest to protect livestock and pets.

The agency has recommended steps to prevent infestation across the state.

Green Shoebox Band: St. Marys Community Event

6-10 p.m. — St. Marys Riverside Park — Free entry — Enjoy a night of music with the Green Shoebox Band in a vibrant community setting.

Kelsey Miles Live Performance

12:30 – 4:30 PM — Mulvane Art Fair, Topeka, KS — Free entry — Connect through music and storytelling with Kelsey Miles.

Yoga Nidra Session

12:15-1:15 p.m. — Florence Crittenton - Integrative Health — Free entry — Experience deep relaxation through guided meditation rooted in ancient yogic traditions.

Evergy Fight Night 3

5-10 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Experience high-energy boxing under the stars while supporting Special Olympics Kansas.

Country Line Dance Lessons with Kristy

6:30 – 7:15 p.m. — Happy Basset Brewing Co — Free entry — Dive into a fun night of easy-to-follow country and line dance lessons perfect for all skill levels.

Country Dance Night with Pinhole

8-11 p.m. — Happy Basset Brewing Co — $5 Cover — Experience a night of hard-hitting honky tonk sounds and prairie vibes with Pinhole.

Howard Mahan Band & The Old No. 5's Live Music

6-10 p.m. — Compass Point: Home of Dirty Girl Adventures — Ticket info available — Enjoy a night of blues rock with the electrifying Howard Mahan Band and The Old No. 5's.