The Sizzlin’ Summer Book Sale is here. From June 26 to June 29, the Friends of Johnson County Library will sell more than 60,000 gently-used books and audiovisual materials at bargain prices. I love this event. Reading is one of my biggest hobbies but I don’t like paying a lot of money for books. Since […]
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FREE Apple Camps for kids
These FREE, creative summer day camp sessions always fill up very quickly, so if you want to sign your kids up, do it quickly. Kansas City area Apple stores are holding some FREE Apple Camps this summer for kids ages 8-12. During the three-day programs, the kids will learn how to use Apple products to showcase […]
KC RiverFest
The 2019 KC RiverFest will be held on Thursday, July 4, at the Richard L. Berkley Riverfront Park. Tickets are $5 for adults; FREE for kids 12 and under. Cash only at the gate or skip the line and purchase in advance online. There is a limited amount of FREE and paid ($10) parking at […]
FREE Roller Skating for Kids
Many skating rinks across the country are taking part in the Kids Skate Free program. Participating locations in Kansas City include: RInk Ratz Inc. 513 SW Keystone Drive Blue Springs, MO 816-229-7793 Northland Rolladium Skate Center 1020 Kent Street, Liberty, MO 816-792-0590 River Roll Skate Center 4720 NW Gateway, Riverside, MO 816-587-0131 Get started by […]
Booms & Blooms at Powell Gardens
Celebrate America’s independence with beautiful color displays on the landscape and in they sky at the 25th annual Booms and Blooms festival Saturday, June 29 at Powell Gardens (1609 N.W. U.S. Highway 50, Kingsville, MO.) You should arrive early to check out the summer exhibition, Nature Connects®: Art with LEGO® Bricks. They’ll be some other […]
Lee’s Summit Airport open house
The City of Lee’s Summit is inviting the community to its airport open house from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 22 at the Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport, 402 NE Leinweber Rd. This FREE family-friendly event gives you a chance to experience everything the airport has to offer and enjoy an up-close look […]
29th Annual Blues & BBQ
Nothing represents Kansas City like blues music and delicious BBQ. The29th Annual Blues & BBQ celebration is happening from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, June 22 at BB’s Lawnside BarB-Q (1205 E 85th St, Kansas City, MO. BB’s will be serving all their menu specialties while the bands donate their time and talent. […]
Maker Faire Kansas City
Maker Faire Kansas City will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 22-23, 2019, at Union Station. Admission is $17 for adults ($26 for an adult weekend pass); and $11 for kids ages 3-12 ($21 for a weekend pass). Processing fees of varying amounts apply to each ticket purchase. The Maker Faire celebrates things people […]
Dairy Queen swirls free cone on first day of summer
Can’t stand the heat? Chill out on the first day of summer with this cool freebie from Dairy Queen. On June 21, the ice cream shop is serving up a FREE small regular or dipped cone with any purchase. The offer is only available via Dairy Queen’s mobile app at participating locations, not in-store. For […]
Swingin’ Sunset at City Market
Jump n’ jive because Swingin’ Sunset at City Market, a FREE outdoor concert and dance event at the City Market, is happening from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 20. Grab a partner and dance to the best of swing music from the 1930s and 1940s. Prizes will be awarded for best dancers, […]
