Celebrate the love of reading with Altrusa International of Greater Kansas City’s award-winning Hear A Book, Take A Book project. This FREE event for kids is part of the Merc’s Third Friday Artwalk on October 15 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. The Hear a Book, Take a Book project is a gathering that encourages reading […]
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Halloween Ghost Stories in Parkville Nature Sanctuary
The Parkville Nature Sanctuary Ghost Stories fundraiser is happening Saturday, October 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. Funds from this event help keep the sanctuary clean and safe. Admission is: Adults: $10 Kids: $5 5 and under: FREE Upon arrival, visitors receive a colored wrist band granting them 30 minutes at the Girl Scout shelter where […]
Screenland Theatres Host Weekend Outdoor Movies
Every Friday and Saturday evening through September and October, Screenland Theatres is hosting nighttime outdoor movies. The outdoor film series takes place in the theatre’s back parking lot. Bring your own chair, maybe a blanket. The theatre recommends following MPAA age guidelines for all movies. In the spirit of Halloween, they’ve got a unique lineup […]
German Traditions Celebrated at Oktoberfest in Shawnee
The Shawnee German-American Club hosts its annual Oktoberfest this Friday, October 1 at the Shawnee Civic Centre. Admission is FREE. Admission is FREE. German-style food, beverages and music make up the party. Crafts for kids will be available so bring the whole family. Oktoberfest hours are 5:30-10 p.m. The Shawnee Civic Centre is located at […]
Weston Irish Festival: One Day Only
The annual Weston Irish Festival will be held this October 9 at O’Malley’s Pub. Admission is $5 in advance ($10 at the gate) on Friday, and $10 in advance on Saturday and Sunday ($15 at the gate). Admission is $25. Advanced ticket purchases are highly recommended, as this event is expected to sell out ahead of time. The […]
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2020 (and Day) in Kansas City
Saying good bye can be hard. This New Year’s Eve, many of us are probably ready to say farewell to 2020 and usher in a new year. With health and safety guidelines in place, including modified closing times for bars and restaurants, celebrating New Year’s Eve in Kansas City looks different. Mask requirements and capacity […]
Free Drive-in Christmas Movies in Independence
Rev up your engines for holiday fun in Kansas City. Grace Church is hosting FREE community Drive-in Christmas Movie nights on select weekends at Calvary Baptist Church in Independence. The showings are open to the public. Holiday Movie Schedule: Dec. 5: Home Alone Dec. 12: Polar Express Dec. 19: How the Grinch Stole Christmas Calvary […]
White Christmas Movie Virtual Watch Party
Join Entertainment Weekly and The Irving Berlin Music Company for a movie night featuring the classic 1954 film White Christmas. The virtual watch part starts Friday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. local Kansas City time. White Christmas is a 1954 American musical film where singers Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby) and Phil Davis […]
Music for your Soul at Carl Butler’s Gospel Lounge – Now on Thursdays
Feel good in your soul at Knuckleheads Saloon with free music and a message during Carl Butler’s Gospel Lounge. Starting Thursday, Nov. 5, Carl Butler’s Gospel Lounge is moving to Thursday nights. Expect an intimate setting as “services” take place on the Gospel Lounge stage at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. No tickets […]
AMC Theatres: Everyday Matinées and $5 Concessions
This past summer, many movie lovers may have missed all the fun of experiencing summer blockbusters on the big screen. However, any season is the perfect time to sit in a darkened theater and munch on popcorn for true film fanatics. Even better, when frugal film fanatics can catch the latest hit at a discounted […]
