Sarah McGinnity
Sarah is owner of Manhattan Moms and is passionate about encouraging and connecting moms - we weren't meant to do this alone! She grew up in Manhattan graduated from Manhattan High and K-State, worked for newspapers and for several marketing departments, and eventually got her master's in public administration. Sarah and her husband, Shea, have four kids - Henry (12), Clark (9), Lucy (7) and Caroline (1). She enjoys reading historical fiction, beating her kids at board games and traveling as often as possible.
Discovery Center Hosting Solar Eclipse Events
The Flint Hills Discovery Center is hosting several events in anticipation of the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8. The total eclipse will be visible over a small area of North America. In...
Manhattan Area Egg Hunts
There is no better way to welcome signs of spring than egg hunts and cute family photos. The Manhattan area has many Easter and spring themed events for all ages.
March 23
Easter Egg Hunt at...
Museums to Visit within 3 Hours of Manhattan
Our family loves museums, and we are lucky to have such a variety of museums within a short drive from the Manhattan area. Whether you're looking for science, history, interactive or even a little...
March Bucket List for Manhattan Area Families
March in Manhattan offers families plenty of opportunities for fun to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, Easter and the arrival of spring! Check out these ideas for your March calendar.
Mom’s Guide to Coffee Shops in Manhattan and Wamego
Whether you're meeting a friend or trying to fuel your day with your favorite caffeine, Manhattan and Wamego coffee shops are here for moms! Check out our guide the best places to get your...
Top 5 Weekend Activities in Manhattan | Feb. 9-11
Looking for family friendly weekend activities in Manhattan and the surrounding area? Find our Top 5 picks below. For more community events, check out our Community Calendar.
Cheer on the Chiefs This Weekend in Manhattan
We're wearing our Chiefs shirts every day this week. We're sending the kids in red shirts, yellow headbands and whatever else the school has cooked up for spirit week. We're planning our menus, our...
Get FREE Books When You Sign Up for the Imagination Library
When you sign up for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, available to all Kansas kids 5 and under, you'll get a free book mailed to your house each month! It's completely FREE.
The Imagination Library launched...
Preschools in the Manhattan Area
Finding the right fit for preschool for your child can be stressful, and enrollment begins as early as January! There are so many factors – time, location, and curriculum. Our hope is this guide...
New Exhibit Opening: Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab
Calling kid inventors! The Flint Hills Discovery Center's new exhibit features the works of Thomas Edison. Thomas Edison's Secret Lab will run January 20 - May 5. The exhibit features hands-on experiences based in science,...