Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 10th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Harvesters announced on Sunday that mobile food distributions at Stormont Vail Events Center have been permanently moved to every third Tuesday, with the event on Nov 11 rescheduled to Nov 18.
The distributions will take place in the east parking lot from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and are expected to affect 400 to 500 families.
Feed The People Topeka hosted a taco feast at Gil Carter Initiative to support locals who lost SNAP funding—free tacos, music, and games helped bring neighbors together.
Several community volunteers served the event while the nonprofit plans more gatherings to aid families in need.
🎭 Culture
On Nov. 9, the Topeka and Shawnee County Library held a talk back at the Alice C.
Sabatini Gallery where featured artist Judith White from Looking Glass Tattoo shared her art history and advice while showing unfinished work—giving locals an inside look at her creative process. White, a former library employee, connected personally with the audience through her diverse art pieces.
The Miss November pageant was held Sunday at the Beverly Bernardi Post Conservatory of Dance — drawing contestants from Emporia and Kansas City.
Participants competed in casual wear, interview, and formal wear categories as organizers stressed that everyone feels beautiful in their own unique way — uniting the event around a message of self-worth.
🏛️ Government
The Topeka Tenants group worked with Kansas Legal Services to teach renters about their rights and the need to take pictures and keep written records of lease agreements and repairs—steps meant to protect renters if landlords fail to meet obligations.
Attorney Nick Blessing explained that tenants are not forced to renew leases and can use a 14/30 notice to formally end a lease if issues remain unresolved.
🎉 Topeka Events
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Rich The Kid Live Concert
9 PM – 12 AM — The Woodshed Event Center — Tickets required — Experience Rich The Kid's electrifying performance in Topeka!
Chocolate Nutcracker Midwest
3-4:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Adults start at $20, Children start at $10 — Experience an urban twist on the classic ballet featuring diverse dance styles.
Cheer Power Topeka Showdown 2025
1 a.m. — Topeka Elite Cheer — Bids available for top competitions — Cheerleading competition featuring bids for prestigious events.
28th Annual Winter Wonderland
November 26 to December 31 — Lake Shawnee Campground — Admission Fee Required — Experience a festive drive-thru holiday light display perfect for the entire family.
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
12-2 p.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Free entry — Enjoy a warm meal with the community during this festive Thanksgiving gathering.
SLEAZYWORLD GO Live in Topeka
9 p.m. — The Woodshed Event Center — $25-$120 — Experience SLEAZYWORLD GO's exciting live performance on 'THE RED TOUR' with all ages welcome.
Adult Skate Night at Sk8away
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Sk8away Inc. — $8 with rentals or $6 with personal skates — Enjoy a fun night of skating for adults aged 18 and over.
Catholic Community Zoo Lights
Come for Mass at Hayden HS, Enjoy Hot Chocolate after Mass, then head to The Topeka Zoo to enjoy the annual Zoo Lights event! Everyone is welcome!
Catholic Community Zoo Lights
Come for Mass at Hayden HS, Enjoy Hot Chocolate after Mass, then head to The Topeka Zoo to enjoy the annual Zoo Lights event! Everyone is welcome!
Tip-a-Cop at Red Robin Topeka
4-8 p.m. — Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews — Donations appreciated — Enjoy a meal with local law enforcement while supporting Special Olympics Kansas athletes.
10th Annual Wing Fling
2-3:30 p.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Ticket prices not available yet — Enjoy a fun-filled festival featuring Topeka's only chicken wing competition with great food, drinks, and live music.
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