Good morning, Topeka.

The zoo hosted its annual Boo event yesterday where children dressed as famous characters trick-or-treated at booths set up by local vendors—ensuring a safe and festive Halloween experience for families.

The event will return on Oct. 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with free entry.

Omni Circle held a free digital training session yesterday—200 residents, including 50 Spanish speakers, learned how to navigate laptops for tasks like resume building.

Toucan Talent is partnering with Omni Circle on a session scheduled for Oct.22 at 6 p.m. at Omni Circle Group on S.W. Topeka Blvd.

Thousands of people gathered at the Kansas Statehouse in Topeka for the No Kings protest + they demonstrated against the federal administration as part of a national movement.

Kansas Department of Labor said it did not release September’s monthly jobs report because the shutdown halted data collection on Oct.

1—official statistics remain only through August until funding resumes—causing a delay in new labor data.

Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training

All day — Orion Education & Training - Topeka — $2250 — Enhance your software development skills with this comprehensive UML training class.

All Hallows Festival

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — The Woodshed Event Center — Ticket info coming soon — Celebrate fall with jousting, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities at a vibrant Renaissance Festival.

Topeka Pumpkin Run and Trunk-or-Treat

5-8 p.m. — Felker Park Softball — $12 and up, Trunk-or-Treat is free — Enjoy a festive evening run and a lively trunk-or-treat experience with family-friendly fun.

West Ridge LIVE

7:30-9:30 p.m. — West Ridge Mall — Various tickets available — Experience an exciting event with special seating options and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Help Stock the Ronald McDonald House Pantry

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Seabrook Apple Market — Donations welcome — Support local families in need by replenishing vital pantry supplies.

2025 Kansas Environmental Education Conference

4-4:30 p.m. — Sunflower Nonprofit Center — Registration fees apply — Explore critical environmental education themes and network with community leaders.

Gallery Talk: Bobby Von Martin

6-7:30 p.m. — Mulvane Art Museum — Free entry — Explore the impact of Choctaw artist Bobby Von Martin's heritage and art in his enlightening gallery talk.

Cirque Mechanics - Tilt

7-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Check for pricing — Experience a high-flying circus spectacle that combines acrobatics with mechanical marvels.

Rich The Kid Live Concert

9 PM – 12 AM — The Woodshed Event Center — Tickets required — Experience Rich The Kid's electrifying performance in Topeka!