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 […]
Entertainment
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, […]
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 […]
Free and Cheap Things to Do This Week in Kansas City
Here’s a look ahead at free and cheap events and activities in Kansas City this week. Although there are not as many events happening or attractions open right now in Kansas City, we’re still working hard to find plenty of frugal fun for kids and adults. Right now our calendar includes some in-person items, as […]
Virtual Events: Broadway Shows, Live Music, Yoga, Movies, Zoo Safaris and More
It’s easier to try and figure out what’s open and still going on in Kansas City than to determine what’s been canceled. Unless you hear differently directly from the horse’s mouth, assume it’s not happening. The usual Kansas City on the Cheap events calendar is pretty much on hiatus (like the National Hockey League). Once […]
Free Movies and TV Shows From Redbox
Redbox, the provider of entertainment in a red box, is offering another simple and easy option for watching your favorite movies and TV Shows. The entertainment company just introduced FREE Live TV with dozens of family-friendly channels. You can watch movies and TV shows at no cost. Even better, there is no subscription or sign-in required. Just sit back with […]
Free Online Comedy Class from Martin City Melodrama
Laughter in stressful times can be as comforting as good sleep and your favorite snacks. Martin City Melodrama is now offering online comedy classes, beginning April 21. Your first class is FREE. Classes are open to all ages and can be set up for individuals or as a group. Learn how to: Tell a funny […]
HBO Makes Select TV Shows, Movies and More Available to All Viewers Without a Subscription
HBO is unlocking a treasure trove of FREE programming for homebound viewers looking for something to watch. Almost 500 hours of programming will be available as FREE streaming content without a subscription. Never before has HBO offered a mass quantity of its programming available for no charge. No end date has been announced for the goodwill […]
Throw a FREE Netflix Party with Family and Friends
Season three of “Ozark”, the Netflix original series starring Jason Bateman as a financial adviser who drags his family from Chicago to the Missouri Lake of Ozarks, where he must launder $500 million in five years to appease a drug boss, is available March 27. Whether you love or hate the show, it’s something new […]
