Washburn University Music & Theatre Department to host Washburn Piano Day Feb. 14 for K-12 piano students; registration open through Feb. 8

Topeka, Kan. — The Washburn University Music & Theatre Department will host Washburn Piano Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 14 for K-12 piano students.

“As students prepare for spring piano recitals and competitions, Washburn Piano Day gives K-12 piano students the opportunity to try out their repertoire in a semi-public performance setting and receive feedback from Washburn University piano faculty and music major judges,” said Dr. Lucy Tan, director of keyboard studies and applied piano and faculty adviser for the Washburn Piano and Organ Society.

Washburn will email performance schedules to participants a few days before the festival. Performances are in the Choral Room in the Garvey Fine Arts Center on the Washburn University campus. Participants will receive certificates of excellence, and students who earn exceptional honors will receive ribbons. The Washburn Piano and Organ Society will invite the highest-scoring performers to participate in a gala concert at 7:30 p.m. April 21 in Hurd Recital Hall on the Washburn University campus.

The Washburn Piano and Organ Society created the event to serve the northeast Kansas community. Registration fees support society student members who help organize Piano Day. Fees also help the society continue offering keyboard events for the community and provide Washburn music majors opportunities to engage as emerging music professionals.

Registration costs $10 per student. Learn more and register at https://www.washburn.edu/academics/college-schools/arts-sciences/music/camps-workshops.html. Registration closes Feb. 8. Students with financial need may request a fee waiver by emailing lucy.tan@washburn.edu.

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Pauline Central families are invited to our Family STEAM Night on January 29 from 5:30–7:00 PM in the gym. Come-and-go as you explore hands-on activities in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math together.

This event is for Pauline Central students and their families. Siblings are welcome, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. We can’t wait to see you there!

Happy New Year!
📣 Our Pauline Schools PTO has our monthly meeting this week! Come share ideas, stay informed, and support our school community.

Tuesday , January 6th
Pauline Central Library
5:30 pm

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Check this out!!

Washburn University Athletics is excited to invite you to Youth Night empowered by Envista Credit Union, featuring Washburn Women’s and Men’s Basketball on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Lee Arena on the Washburn University campus.

This special afternoon is designed to celebrate youth in the Topeka community while providing an affordable and fun game day experience for families.

Event Details
Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
Game Times: 1 PM and 3 PM
Location: Lee Arena, Washburn University

Youth Night Highlights Include:
-$5 admission when you mention Pauline Central at the ticket window (valid for children and accompanying parents)
-Giant inflatables and Pop-A-Shot with prizes
-Giveaways including tumblers, pennant flags, lanyards, and more
-Baby race at halftime of the women’s game (to register your little one for the baby race, visit Baby Race Registration)
-On-floor recognition for kids wearing Junior Bods Club T-shirts
-Postgame autographs with both the Washburn Women’s and Men’s Basketball teams