Erin Bartel
Wichita Mom's Content Director, Erin owns Elite Media Ink, a marketing + PR agency in Wichita. She spends her days helping local businesses and non-profits navigate the ever-changing waters of marketing & social media while homeschooling her kids. A mother of 2, married to her college sweetheart, Erin's hobbies include bribing herself to exercise, traveling with (and without) her family, and trying to remember where she hid the chocolate.
Oktoberfest is Coming to Wichita | Food, Music, and Fun for the Whole Family...
Oktoberfest in Wichita
You don't have to fly to Germany to enjoy pretzels, beer, and delicious food! There are plenty of Oktoberfest celebrations in Wichita this year, and the whole family is going to have...
Where to Pick Apples In and Around Wichita with Kids
Some of our favorite fall (and late summer) family bucket list activities are peach and apple picking in Wichita and the surrounding areas! We've compiled a list of You-Pick orchards in Wichita (and a...
Wichita Public Library Announces Library Card Design Contest for Kids, Teens & Adults!
Wichita KS - Do you have an artist in the house? Here's their chance to be famous! The Wichita Public Library announces its first-ever Library Card Design Contest featuring 3 categories: kids, teens, and...
Top 9 Arcades for Kids & Teens in Wichita
Whether you're looking to take shelter from the Kansas weather, plan a fun family activity, or host a birthday party these arcades in Wichita make the perfect destination!
The Arcade
906 E Third St North
Home to...
Homeschool Co-Ops & Student Groups in Wichita
What arehomeschool co-ops? It’s a group of homeschooling families that meet regularly for cooperative learning in arts, academics, or any subject they choose.
This is also one of the many places where homeschooled kids socialize...
10 Free Things to Do in Downtown Wichita
Whether you've got visitors in town, kids to entertain, or just want to spend some time exploring the city, here are some of our favorite FREE things to do in downtown Wichita!
10 Free Things...
20 Free Events & Things to Do with Kids This Summer in Wichita
Here's a list of free things to do with kids in Wichita this summer! Somewhere between the camps, family vacations, and stops at the closest ice cream shop, you're going to need a few budget-friendly...
Extension & Enrichment Classes for Homeschool Kids in Wichita
As students grow older, parents may find teaching certain subjects intimidating – or perhaps they wish their child to experience a traditional classroom setting in preparation for college.
These schools and programs offer extension and...
Top 20 Museums & Attractions to Visit with Kids in Wichita KS
The best museums in Wichita are listed below - whether you're looking for things to do with kids in Wichita, date ideas, or things to do with visitors in Wichita, you'll find plenty of...
10 Best Places for Pet Boarding, Pet Sitters, & Doggy Daycare in Wichita
Your pets are family! But they can't always come with you when you travel. We polled hundreds of Wichita moms, and here are the most trusted & recommended places to board pets in Wichita:
Apps...
Why Your Kids Need A “Yes Day” (and You Do, Too)
This article was originally published in 2017.
I used to be fun and spontaneous. It's not that you can't be those things after you become a mom, but they morph into "responsible" and "flexible", which...
How & Where to Get A Passport in Wichita KS
If you're planning an overseas vacation or business trip, you'll need to apply for passports ASAP...but how? And where? Changes were made in 2017, narrowing the options for where you can apply for a...
Support Groups for Homeschooling Parents in Wichita
Being the teacher and the parent can be challenging! Here are resources to make your job(s) less stressful and help you find community as an educating parent.
Charlotte Mason Wichita Facebook Group
El Dorado Homeschool Group on Facebook
Holy...
Where to See the Best Christmas Lights in Wichita
Where to See the Best Christmas Lights in Wichita
Where are the best Christmas Lights in and around Wichita? Right here! ‘Tis the season to keep the kids up past their bedtime, pile in...