Good morning, Topeka.

A Ukrainian refugee is offering free sewing classes in Topeka through the Gil Carter Initiative—she says the city helped her start her business and her students praise her patient teaching, making the classes a way to give back to the community.

Women and girls attended Girls in Aviation Day at Forbes Field on September 6 as local pilots and museum staff taught them about navigation and communication—offering hands-on learning and inspiring future aviators.

A Wisconsin man, Dustin Hampton, 40, was arrested Friday after police chased his stolen 1983 Datsun on U.S. 36 near Bittersweet—tracking dogs found him in a soybean field east of the Sac and Fox Casino after he fled on foot.

A Kansas journalist reflected on how the end of summer brings time to confront local challenges and strengthen democracy—he noted that ongoing protests and historical examples show true change comes from informed dissent.

HEARTS hosted its first Speak Up!

Speak out! Fashion show in Topeka during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month to raise funds and discuss mental health—featuring young models who overcame challenges. Founder Alicia Walker, who lost her brother to suicide, hopes the event will become annual.

Tim Hawkins Comedy Show

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — $65-$86 — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Tim Hawkins.

Highland Park vs. Sumner Academy Varsity Football

2-4 a.m. — Highland Park High School — Free entry — Catch the exciting matchup between Highland Park and Sumner Academy's varsity football teams.

12th Annual Dueling Pianos Fundraiser

6-10 p.m. — The Townsite Avenue Ballroom — Various ticket prices — Enjoy a night filled with music, laughter, and support for kids in need.

Sumner Academy Boys Varsity Soccer Match

2:00 – 3:45 AM — Highland Park High School — Free entry — Watch the competitive showdown as Highland Park faces Sumner Academy in this conference soccer match.

Tap That Topeka Beer Festival

5:30-11:30 p.m. — The Celtic Fox — Tickets starting at $50 — Experience over 400 craft beers, delicious food trucks, and live music in downtown Topeka.

Highland Park vs. Sumner Academy Girls Varsity Volleyball Match

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Highland Park High School — Check local listings — Come cheer for the Highland Park and Sumner Academy volleyball teams in a thrilling conference match.

Highland Park vs. East Football Game

7-9 p.m. — Highland Park High School — Admission Fee Required — Cheer on the Highland Park varsity football team as they take on East from Wichita in this exciting non-conference matchup.

Yachtley Crew Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Last-minute concert tickets available — Experience the Yachtley Crew live in Topeka for an entertaining evening.

Liverpool Legends Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Public on sale starts August 15 at 10AM — Experience internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends honoring the music of The Beatles.

5th Annual Oktoberfest

3-8 p.m. — Prince of Peace Lutheran Church — Free entry — Enjoy family fun with food, shopping, and activities at this community Oktoberfest.