Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, the Plaza Branch of the Kansas City Public Library is offering free Tech Coach Drop-In sessions. The technology coaches will help you with any type of tech question you have (e.g., computer help, website building, writing a resume, smartphone or tablet questions). Computers will be provided, or you can bring […]
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CANCELLED: Cass County Fair July 14-19 2020
UPDATE: The Cass County Fair scheduled for July 14-19, 2020 has been cancelled due to remaining unknowns around public health concerns. Many of the events at the fair are FREE including all musical entertainment, livestock shows, car show, indoor exhibits, etc. Motocross, ATV Races, Demolition Derby, Rodeos and Tractor Pull are $13.00 for adults, children 5-12 […]
FREE Museum Admission for Military Families
UPDATE: The National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families have decided to cancel the Blue Star Museums free admission program for summer 2020, due to hardships and public health concerns created by current events. The program is scheduled to return in 2021. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Blue Star Museums is offering […]
NEW DATE: FREE Admission to Illuminated Waters Festival
Stone Lion Puppets and Kansas City Parks & Recreation will host Illuminated Waters Festival on Saturday, Aug. 15. Admission is FREE. This festival will take place at Theis Park between Oak and West 47th Streets in Kansas City, Missouri. Activities include an interactive festival of art, environmental education projects, music and food. Daytime festivities are […]
Young Eagles Program: Kids Fly FREE
If your child has an interest in flying, the Young Eagles Program offers FREE flights to kids ages 8-17. Children ages 13 and up who take the FREE flight will also be eligible to take the Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course (an online course that’s designed to take your child all the way through the […]
Sad news about our publisher
Julie Mears Henry, 53, publisher of Kansas City on the Cheap, died March 26 at her home in Palm Bay, Florida. She is survived by her husband, John Henry; her father, Charles Mears; and more relatives and friends than can possibly be named. Julie was born in Kansas City, Mo., and graduated from St. Catherine’s […]
Kansas Speedway Discounts
Attention NASCAR fans! If you are a student, a first responder, or a member of the military, you are eligible for a discount at the Kansas Speedway. Save 40% on your race tickets below: Student First Responder Military The Kansas Speedway is located at 400 Speedway Boulevard in Kansas City, Kansas.
Kansas City Senior Discounts
I really didn’t mind turning 50 because I knew I could get my AARP card and start getting in on some pretty awesome senior discounts. Mine has paid for itself several times over because I’m not afraid to use it. There are tons of senior discounts in Kansas City, so this list is just getting […]
How to Save on Dining Out in Kansas City
Dining out can be expensive, especially if you have children and/or you’re also planning to have drinks with dinner. Here are some ways to save money at Kansas City restaurants: Check out our latest food deals. Every week we post new deals, so look before heading out. Try Restaurant.com. If you like to eat out and […]
FREE Workshops for Kids at Home Depot
On the first Saturday of every month, Home Depot has a FREE craft workshop for kids ages 5-12. The kids’workshops provide a mixture of skill-building, creativity, and safety for future DIYers. The kids also get to keep what they build. The workshop runs from 9 a.m. to Noon. Click here to register your child. In the Kansas City area, there […]
