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!
This event is where happy hour meets game night. Get down on a game of black card revoked, Jinga, chess, or old school Nintendo. We'll sip delicious fall cocktails all night as our happy hour rolls right into Mockingbirds Soul Power Fridays. Complimentary community appetizers will be served for the first hour.
The National Congress of Black Women, Inc. - Kansas City Chapter (NCBW-KC) will host its 4th Annual Awards and Scholarship Gala “A Celebration of Black Women: Still Rising, Still Thriving, Still Giving” on Friday, November 17, 2017 at 7:15 p.m. The event will take place at the Grand Street Cafe, 4740 Grand Avenue, Kansas City, Mo. 64112. The gala will be hosted by renowned KSHB-41 NEWS Anchor, Cynthia Newsome. Congratulations to the National Congress of Black Women-KC 2017 Honorees, Christal Watson, Lonnie Bush and Nicki Jones! We hope that you can join us the evening of Friday, November 17th to celebrate the accomplishments of these amazing women in Kansas City. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the award ceremony as well.
Roux on the Radio is brought you by PROSE & VERBS. Roux on the Radio is a monthly show centered around the Kansas City poetry scene, arts and entertainment, sports, current events, and other cool things we can think of to talk about.
The Culture is a showcase for local music artist and local clothing brands in the Kansas City area. Come out listen to live music and shop your local Kansas City brands and support a movement!
Join Owen/Cox Dance Group for a rare opportunity for a behind-the-scenes visit to the studio of Linda Lighton.
You’ve seen her ceramic sculpture at the Nelson-Atkins Museum, the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and the Nerman Museum. Enjoy this exclusive opportunity to celebrate amongst her ceramics, paintings, and drawings.
The evening will feature delectable food, desserts, wine, and cocktails from Kansas City favorites such as Californos, Pear and Crumble, Master of Wine Doug Frost, and Bombora Vodka.
This is intended to be an open and welcoming space for all, please bring a journal and pen. We'll begin with a Q&A on creating your own new moon ritual, then a 30 minute meditation, ending with an opportunity to share and bond with the community in light and love. Wine and tea will be provided at the end...
This Sunday come join us for Sunday Brunch along with our featured host Melanin Connoisseur! As always we offer Bottomless Mimosa,Unlimited Continental Breakfast featuring our omelette station,and one select entree of your choice for $19.99 or $24.99 with a steak entree!
Starring Wire subscriber, Allison Jones Come out and support a great production!
When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood.
Have a great weekend! Congressman Emmanuel Cleaver First African American Mayor of KC #KCStaples #ForTheKCulture
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