Disproving the myth that "there's nothing to do in Kansas City" one week at a time. Forward to colleagues, friends, & visitors and see you around town!
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Keiara Miller Diana Saidova Doniesha Simmons Bruce Solomon Amina Lovell
In the city for the long weekend? Swing through the Crossroads on Monday for good food, good drinks, and good music as the Wire KC hosts a lil' function for the black professionals. Though some drank & grill food will be provided, event is BYOB and BYOLC (Bring Yo Own Lawn Chair).
Sounds provided by DJ Esquire and yes, bring yo' best friends too. RSVP by hitting the link or by sending an email to WireKC@gmail.com.
KC Native Eddie Griffin is a popular comedian turned actor who started his career on-stage as a dare, funnyman. Eddie has built an ever-growing fan base since jumping onto the comedy scene in 1990.
As you can assume from the title, the vinyasa class is a bit more fast-paced than & a killer workout. 60-minutes of moving and breathing with intention, all while hip-hop/R&B songs play in the background. AKA everything you love about yoga, but with better background music! Plus, as always we end the night with Happy Hour.
A 5th Friday means we switch up Swing Night and play Blues, Soul, and Funk!
Free beginner blues lesson with Alan Akers and Jessica Elser McDow at 830pm
Music from 9-12 am
Bluford, for whom the Library's L.H. Bluford Branch is named, was a leading voice in the civil rights movement in Kansas City and helped make The Call one of the largest and most important African-American newspapers in the nation. In recognition a year ago, the state of Missouri designated July 1—her birthday—as Lucile Bluford Day.
The hottest weekend of the summer undoubtedly requires the hottest event! On Sunday, July 2, 2017 Travis Cal Styles will present SKINDEPENDENCE at the Three Points Events Space. The ultra-exclusive event will treat guest to panoramic views of downtown Kansas City’s most iconic landmarks, a selection of gourmet light bites prepared by Chef Leto Blackman, and a full-service premium bar offering the best in mixed cocktails. This event is designed to elevate the Kansas City nightlife experience by presenting the most luxurious venue in the city, to a discerning crowd of influential tastemakers and businesses with a shared vision. Sounds will be engineered by DJ Q for your listening pleasure.
Join us for a community celebration to be held July 3, 2017 in the Historic 18th and Vine District. The Black/ Brown Coalition (BBC), an organization comprised of Latino and African American leaders, and Wells Fargo Home Lending, Inc. are the sponsors of this community celebration, fireworks, and concert featuring the legendary performer and percussionist, Sheila E.
KC Riverfest is THE premiere Independence Day celebration in the region, located along the beautiful Missouri Riverfront. Full event lineup here: http://www.kcriverfest.com/
Located at Richard L. Berkley Riverfront Park, KCRiverFest has become “Kansas City’s Riverfront Tradition,” known as the only place in downtown Kansas City to celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks and family friendly entertainment.
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