Perfect weather for opening day of fishing at Wyandotte County Lake

Fishing was a father and son event for some today at the opening day of fishing at Wyandotte County Lake. The three children in front are Jayvius Smith, T.J. Williams and Jameer Smith, and the adults are Andre Porter, left, and Jelani Smith (in the blue Jayhawks jacket). All are from Kansas City, Kan. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Fishing was a family or father and son event for some today at the opening day of fishing at Wyandotte County Lake. The three children in front, who caught catfish and trout, are Jayvius Smith, T.J. Williams and Jameer Smith, and the adults are Andre Porter, left, and Jelani Smith (in the blue Jayhawks jacket). All are from Kansas City, Kan. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

by Mary Rupert
Sunshine and mid-60s temperatures. Who could ask for anything more for the opening day of fishing season at Wyandotte County Lake?

There was more, however, as anglers reported good fishing today. Several caught their limit and had already headed home at midday, according to other fishermen at the lake on Saturday afternoon, March 14.

The opening day of fishing, originally scheduled March 7, had been delayed one week because of ice on the lake. There was no sign of ice March 14 as temperatures were in the 70s earlier this week.

Chuck Abbott, Kansas City, Kan., caught a couple of catfish at opening day at Wyandotte County Lake. (Staff photo)
Chuck Abbott, Kansas City, Kan., caught a couple of catfish at opening day at Wyandotte County Lake. (Staff photo)

Michael Mallard, Kansas City, Kan., was at Wyandotte County Lake for opening day of fishing, something he enjoys going to when he can. He caught two catfish. He was with his high school friend. (Staff photo)
Michael Mallard, Kansas City, Kan., was at Wyandotte County Lake for opening day of fishing, something he enjoys going to when he can. He caught two catfish. He was with his high school friend. (Staff photo)

David Vang, Kansas City, Kan., caught trout at opening day of fishing at Wyandotte County Lake. (Staff photo)
David Vang, Kansas City, Kan., caught trout at opening day of fishing at Wyandotte County Lake. (Staff photo)

Tou Vang, Kansas City, Kan., was catching trout at opening day of fishing at Wyandotte County Lake. (Staff photo)
Tou Vang, Kansas City, Kan., was catching trout at opening day of fishing at Wyandotte County Lake. (Staff photo)

Tommy Wilson, Kansas City, Kan., displayed a rainbow trout he caught on opening day of fishing at Wyandotte County Lake. He said he enjoys fishing at the lake. (Staff photo)
Tommy Wilson, Kansas City, Kan., displayed a rainbow trout he caught on opening day of fishing at Wyandotte County Lake. He said he enjoys fishing at the lake. (Staff photo)

A scene on Saturday, March 14,  at Wyandotte County Lake. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
A scene on Saturday, March 14, at Wyandotte County Lake. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

A scene on Saturday, March 14, at Wyandotte County Lake. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
A scene on Saturday, March 14, at Wyandotte County Lake. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Faith news

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A traditional corned beef and cabbage St. Patrick’s Day dinner will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. March 14 at Christ the King Catholic Church, Davern Hall, 3024 N. 53rd St. There will be traditional Irish music at the dinner. The cost of the dinner is $9 for adults and $4 for children 12 and younger. A hot dog or mac and cheese will be available for $3.

A weekly Scripture Group with Bible Sharing and Reflection, Lectio and Journaling, is offered from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesdays at Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. Heather Neds is a pastoral minister and leads the group at Keeler Women’s Center. Call 913-906-8990 to register.

Living Water United Methodist Church, 3001 N. 115th St., will hold its annual community Easter event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 4. There will be an Easter egg hunt, carnival games, food and more. The event is free to the community, and all are welcome. For more information, visit livingwaterumc.net or call 913-400-7203.

Open Door Baptist Church, 3033 N. 103rd Terrace, is holding choir rehearsals from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Sundays in preparation for the cantata, “We Will Remember,” that will be presented April 12, the Sunday after Easter.

Persons of all Christian traditions are invited to participate in Taizé prayer on Thursday, April 9 at 7 p.m. in Annunciation Chapel in the Mother House of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, 4200 S. 4th St., Leavenworth, Kan. (The prayer session has been moved to the second Thursday due to Holy Thursday observance the first week of April.) Taizé prayer is a meditative, candlelit service that includes simple chants sung repeatedly, silence, and prayers of praise and intercession. These prayer services emerged from an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. For more information, visit www.marillaccenter.org or call 913-680-2342.

St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1086 N. 94th, is holding fish dinners on Fridays during Lent. The dinners will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Fridays. There will be fish and fried shrimp for $9, or boiled shrimp for $10, along with fries, slaw, roll, green beans and drink, or an alternate choice of macaroni and cheese. There is a family price for two adults and two or more children under 12 for $25.

Members of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1300 N. 18th St., will observe the Stations of the Cross at 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 20; a light meal will be served after the service in the parish hall. The parish will observe the fifth Sunday in Lent at its 10 a.m. service March 22; there will be Lenten study sessions at 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. There will be a Spanish language service at 7 p.m. Sunday.

Stony Point Christian Church, 149 S. 78th St., is holding a weekly Easter study at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the church lounge. Stony Point is holding a Family Party at 5 p.m. Sunday, March 22, in the Cole Activity Center. The event includes games, devotions, families sharing vision, and refreshments.

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Bike shop celebrates Pi Day

Celebrating Pi Day today with Revolve Kansas City, Kan., were back row, left to right, Alexis Flores, Scot Grenerth, Elizabeth Bejan, Andres Ramire, Scott Raymundo Jiminez; front row, Shelia Jones, Andrew Pollock and Dario Rugerio. (Photo by William Crum)
Celebrating Pi Day today with Revolve Kansas City, Kan., were back row, left to right, Alexis Flores, Scot Grenerth, Elizabeth Bejan, Andres Ramire, Scott Raymundo Jiminez; front row, Shelia Jones, Andrew Pollock and Dario Rugerio. (Photo by William Crum)

by William Crum

Revolve Kansas City, Kan., celebrated Pi Day. Fifteen bicyclists from all over the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan area came by Revolve Kansas City, Kan., shop at 554 Central Ave. to celebrate Pi Day.

It is the third year of this celebration. How does eating a piece of pie go together? It is simple; the circle of the pie is similar when cut like the wheel of the bicycle, said Elizabeth Bejan.

A mathematical concept, pi is approximately 3.14159, with decimal numbers continuing, which is behind the idea to celebrate it today, 3-14-15. Pi is defined as the ratio between the circumference and diameter of a circle, and because of a pun with the word pie, pies are sometimes used in celebrating Pi Day.

Today’s Revolve Kansas City, Kan., Pi Day program is one of many that Revolve KCK offers. Revolve can city Kansas is a not-for-profit organization. There are a lot of bike trails in the greater Kansas City Metropolitan Area and more are always being developed.

At Revolve Kansas City, Kan., you can take a safety test online and get a used bicycle absolutely free. What a better way to get in shape and explore the many bicycle trails that Kansas City has to offer.

For more information call 816-835-3310 or go to the website www.revolvekc.org.