Good morning, Topeka.

Community members in Topeka gathered on November 16 for the annual Cranksgiving ride to donate groceries to local food banks—raising over $400 in monetary donations before the event began.

Volunteers rode from Blackbird Espresso Bar and Bistro to a nearby grocery store and will have their food donations weighed for Doorstep and Blessing Boxes.

Happy Basset Brewing Co on 29th street in Topeka will close after nine years because the owner did not renew the lease—merging operations with another location.

Farewell drinks took place this weekend—customers raised a final toast with 'kill all the kegs.'

West Ridge Mall celebrates the holidays with a new pop-up store from Stumpy’s — local brands Kanza Originals and Jock’s Nitch join the festive lineup.

The mall is decorated for the season and will host its Santa parade on December 6.

The Kansas State Troopers Association is raising funds to support Trooper Adam Ellis who was shot in an Osage County incident on Saturday—he is recovering but needs surgery.

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is asking the community for input on using trail cameras on public lands at a public meeting scheduled on Thursday, Nov.

20 at Camp Aldrich Conference Center in Chaflin—participants can also join via Zoom, phone, or livestream.

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.

Python for Scientists Training/Class

Dec 8-12 — Heston's Gladiator Academy — $2250 — Enhance your Python skills with expert-led classes designed for scientific applications.