The United States Coast Guard Band is coming to the Heartland! Lt. Cmdr. Adam Williamson and assistant director Richard Wyman cordially invite you to a fun night of music featuring works by Shostakovich, Maslanka, Brubeck, Oquin, Sousa, and others. Dazzling soloists will be featured throughout the evening. The United States Coast Guard Band is the premier band representing the U.S. Coast Guard and the Department of Homeland Security. The 55-member ensemble is based at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut. All tickets to the concerts are free.

Furniture Amnesty Day is an annual event that allows local residents to donate furniture they no longer need so others can select from the donated goods for free. The 2017 event is scheduled for Friday, July 28 in City Park.

Free Storytime Program for Young Children Slither into reading with Sunset Zoo and Manhattan Public Library! On the fourth Friday of every month* at 10am, Sunset Zoo will bring to life an animal-themed children's story. Each month is based on a different story, and all storytimes include unique animal artifacts. Some Zoofari Tails feature a live animal and others may include a simple craft project. No registration or cost to participate.

Appreciation night for volunteers serving on all City of Manhattan advisory boards and committees.

Arts in the Park is a free weekly concert series in City Park each summer.