Rainy Day Books is a full-service independent bookstore that’s strives to satisfy the budget-minded bookworm that lurks in many of us. In addition to books for children and adults and greeting cards, the store offers personal touches of FREE gift wrapping, special order books, book club recommendations and a robust lineup of author events for […]
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The Kansas City Zoo (and Other Animal Cams) Come to You
The Kansas City Zoo has reopened but you can still get your animal fix even if you don’t feel like venturing out at this time. The Kansas City Zoo also has multiple animal cams live streaming 24/7. You can catch the feeding, naps, play times and daily antics of penguins, giraffes, otters, orangutans and more. […]
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
You don’t have to spend big to see more than 72,000 toys and fine-scale miniatures that make up the collection at The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. These items represent the world’s largest fine-scale miniature collection and one of the nation’s largest antique toy collections on public display. Explore generations of childhood through dolls, […]
Kansas State Fair Early Savings & Details
Celebrate all things about the sunflower state during the Kansas State Fair September 9-18, 2022 in Hutchinson, Kansas. Each day of the fair has a variety of events and activities centered around part of the state’s industry, people, innovations and entertainment. You can also enjoy traditional fair favorites of live music and entertainment, contests, exhibits, […]
How to Get a Free Credit Report Every Year
It’s always good to have your finances in order. You can start by reviewing your credit reports to make sure they accurately reflect your credit history. It’s a great way to check for both fraud and mistakes. Did you know you’re entitled to a FREE credit report once a year? It’s one of the best ways […]
Planet Comicon Kansas City 2020 Cancelled
Update: Planet Comicon Kansas City won’t happen in 2020. The next show is set for April 16-18, 2021. Check here for details on what to do about your 2020 tickets and sales for 2021. Planet Comicon Kansas City, the region’s largest pop culture and comic book convention, takes place Friday, March 20 through Sunday, March 22, […]
JuneteenthKC and Other Celebrations in Kansas City
Juneteenth celebrates the end of the enslavement of African-American people in the United States. It marks the day, June 19th, 1865, when the Emancipation Proclamation (which had been issued on January 1st, 1863) was finally read to enslaved African–Americans in Texas. According to the JuneteenthKC organization website, Horace M. Peterson III, founder of the Black […]
Free Consumer Action Handbook
Knowledge is power. If you’re trying to resolve an issue, it’s not always easy for consumers to resolve issues, know what’s a scam or who to turn to for assistance. The government wants to help consumers make informed decisions on many topics, including banking, cars, credit, education, employment, food & nutrition, health care, housing, insurance, investing, […]
Live Music at Knuckleheads Saloon
If you’re looking for a sign that things are getting better you’ve got it with the reopening of Knuckleheads Saloon. Knuckleheads Saloon is a four-stage live music venue in Kansas City that offers live performances by local, national or international musicians nearly every day or night. It has an unassuming, laid back, roadhouse feel and […]
J.K. Rowlings Children’s Book “The Ickabog” Free Online
J.K. Rowling, the iconic author of the Harry Potter books, is giving readers a new children’s book – one chapter at a time. From May 26 to July 10, the author will be posting a chapter (or two) every weekday — FREE for all to read. The book is expected to be published in November, with all of […]
