The Wonderscope Children’s Museum invites families to ring in the New Year on December 31, 2016, from 9 a.m to noon, at their annual WonderEve celebration. All exhibits will be open and activities include a balloon artist, story time, art activity, donut holes, and beverages. Mr. Stinky Feet will kick off his concert at 11 a.m. and help countdown […]
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Kwanzaa Celebration at Gem Theater
Join the Kansas City Chapter of the National Black United Front in celebrating the Kwanzaa at the historic Gem Theater from December 26, 2016 – January 1, 2017. This multi-day event is free and open to the public. The first 6 nights of Kwanzaa is hosted by local community organizations who highlight the principles of Kwanzaa with unique […]
Ugly Sweater Party at Howl at the Moon
Don your most hideous holiday apparel and head over to Howl at the Moon’s Ugly Sweater Party this Friday, December 23, 2016 at 6 p.m. There is no cover charge for this event. Those wearing ugly sweaters will receive buy-one-get-one-free drink tokens. The winner of the Ugly Sweater Contest will win $150. Drink Specials $3 Not Your […]
Free winter break activities at the Plaza Library
Every day through December 30, 2016. the Plaza Library has FREE winter break activities for kids. Here is the schedule: Monday, December 19 (2-3 p.m.): Christmas Crafts and Bookworms. The kids will make winter tree scenes, tree ornaments, and bookworm bookmarks. All supplies provided. Tuesday, December 20 (10:30-11:25 a.m.): Holiday Storytime. A special storytime celebrating the winter holidays, followed […]
Christmas Cookie Decorating at MeMa’s Bakery
MeMa’s Bakery is hosting Christmas cookie decorating sessions on December 23-24, 2016, from 3-9 p.m. Cost is $7 for kids (10 and under) and $10 for everyone else. Discounted rates are available for groups larger than 10. Each participant will have a choice of 3 Christmas cookies to decorate, a variety of icing and decorations, hot chocolate and […]
See “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” on the Extreme Screen for $5
Attention Star Wars Fans! “Rogue One” will be featured at the Regnier Extreme Screen Theatre at Union Station today, December 16, 2016, through January 12, 2017. General admission is $8 for adults and $7 for children ($1 extra for 3D). Admission for the daily 12:30 p.m. showtime is $5. Tickets may be purchased online or at […]
$3 “Let It Snow” Show at Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium
Don’t miss the “Let It Snow” show at Union Station’s Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium this holiday season. This spectacular 30-minute feature is enhanced with festive holiday music, thematic animation, laser imagery, special effects and all-dome scenery. General admission is $3; free for Union Station members and children 2 and under. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the Union […]
Free Holiday Parties for Kids
This Friday and Saturday, December 16-17, 2016, Kansas City Parks is putting on some FREE Holiday Parties for kids. Details will vary slightly by facility, but most will include free entertainment, arts and crafts, games, refreshments, and Santa visits (bring your camera). Kids who are pre-registered (click on link above) will receive a free gift. Here, […]
Free Shipping Day is Dec. 16
Still have holiday shopping to do? Mark your calendar for Free Shipping Day on Dec. 16, 2016. The cyber-event marks the last possible day when retailers can guarantee on-time delivery by Christmas Eve, Dec. 24. So far, nearly 900 online retailers have signed up to offer FREE shipping for the day. While some will offer the […]
Free Aerial Classes at Lucia Performing Arts
This weekend, December 17-18, 2016, Lucia Aerial Performing Arts is offering free introductory classes to aerial acrobatics. Class sizes are limited to 20 participants. Reservations are required. Session Schedule December 17, 2016 4:30-5:30 p.m. 5:45-6:45 p.m. December 18, 2016 1:30-2:30 p.m. 2:45-3:45 p.m. Lucia Aerial Performing Arts is located at 5001 West 117th Street […]