Month: October 2015

Community calendar

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Strawberry Hill Museum open on weekends
The Strawberry Hill Museum, 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kan., is open on the weekends. The museum is open from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The admission charge is $7 for adults, $3 for children 6 to 12, and free for children under 6. Special tours are available during the week for groups of 20 or more by calling 913-721-0081. The museum’s tea room is open from 1 to 4 p.m. on the second Saturday and Sunday of each month. For more information, visit www.strawberryhillmuseum.org/.

Wyandotte County Museum open
The Wyandotte County Museum, 631 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs, is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. It is closed on Sundays and holidays. The current exhibit is about the 75th anniversary of the B-25 and the bomber builders in Kansas City, Kan. For more information visit the website www.facebook.com/wycomuseum or call 913-573-5002.

Renaissance Festival continues
The Renaissance Festival will continue Sunday, Oct. 18, near 126th and State in Bonner Springs. Gates open at 10 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, each festival day, rain or shine. Pirates Ale Fest is the theme of the weekend, with a tattoo competition, pirate games and contests, craft beer tastings, best beard competition, trick-or-treating, free arts and crafts for kids, costume contest and eating contest. It is the final weekend this year. Tickets are $20.95 for adults and $11.95 for children 5 to 12. Discounts may be available. For more information, see www.kcrenfest.com/. For more information, see www.kcrenfest.com/.

KCKCC play to be presented Sunday
“Anything Goes,” a musical, is at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at the KCKCC Performing Arts Center, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kan. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for non-KCKCC students and senior citizens. The musical is free to all KCKCC students, staff and faculty with a valid KCKCC I.D. For more information see https://wyandotteonline.com/kckccs-anything-goes-opens-thursday/.

UG to hold special session Oct. 19
At 3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, a Unified Government special session for strategic planning will be held in the fifth floor conference room, Suite 515 of City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kan.

KCK school board to meet Oct. 19
The Kansas City, Kan., Board of Education has called a special meeting for 3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, at the Central Office, third floor board room, 2010 N. 59th St., Kansas City, Kan. The board will interview candidates for an open board position and may fill the unexpired term of the late George Breidenthal. For more information, see www.kckps.org.

Book sale returns to KCKCC
The “My Shelf to Yours” Book Sale returns to Kansas City Kansas Community College Oct. 20- 22 in Room 2325 on the lower level of the Jewell building on the KCKCC campus, 7250 State Ave. The sale is from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 20 and 22, and 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 21. All books will be $1 or seven books for $5. Proceeds will be placed into a student scholarship fund for textbooks and tuition for those in financial need. For more information, see https://wyandotteonline.com/my-shelf-to-yours-book-sale-returns-to-assist-kckcc-students/.

Pink celebration for breast cancer awareness month planned at Legends Outlets Oct. 21
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day Oct. 21 with an event at the Legends Outlets, 1843 Village West Parkway, Kansas City, Kan. From 5 to 7 p.m. in the Civic Courtyard Fountain, this free, fun family event includes a special ceremony at 6 p.m. It is open to the public. Other activities include skin care product giveaways, free drawings for facials, breast screening information, face painting, kids activities, a photo booth and light refreshments. KC Wolf is expected to make an appearance. Parking is free at Legends Outlets. Additional parking is available in a garage near Parallel Parkway (exit Parallel Parkway west from I-435). For more information, visit kumed.com/getchecked.

Great Midwest Balloon Fest to be held Oct. 23-24
The Great Midwest Balloon Fest will be held from 4 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, and 2 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. For more information, visit http://greatmidwestballoonfest.org/.

Harlem Book Fair coming to KCK on Oct. 24
Two community advocacy organizations are joining to bring the Harlem Book Fair to Kansas City, Kan., to promote literacy and cross-cultural dialogue. The Kansas City, Kan., NAACP and El Centro, which are African-American and Hispanic community advocacy organizations, the Harlem Book Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Reardon Civic Center, 5th and Minnesota Avenue, Kansas City, Kan. The day-long event will feature nationally acclaimed writers and community-based Kansas City authors and artists in author readings, music, children’s storytelling, and art presentations. The Harlem Book Fair Midwest is open to the public and all programs at the Reardon Civic Center are free. For more information see https://wyandotteonline.com/harlem-book-fair-coming-to-kck-in-october/.

KCKCC’s 4.0 Gala to be Oct. 24
The Kansas City Kansas Community College 4.0 Gala is Oct. 24 at Lake Quivira. The fundraising event includes an auction. The evening begins with a reception at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. The program begins at 8 p.m. During the program, two awards will be given. Former mayor of Bonner Springs, Clausie Smith, will receive the Wyandotte Countian of the Year, and Bishop Ervin Sims Jr. will receive the KCKCC Distinguished Alumni Award. Individual tickets are $100, and the gala is black tie optional. Reservations are required. For more information, see https://wyandotteonline.com/time-remains-to-purchase-tickets-for-kckccs-4-0-gala/, and contact Dawanna Fangohr at 913-288-7675 or email dfangohr@kckcc.edu.

Workshop offered on chronic conditions
“Take Control of Your Chronic Condition,” a workshop, will be held from 1:30 to 3 p.m. every Monday for six weeks, starting Oct. 26. The free 2 ½-hour workshop is offered at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. To register, call Keeler Women’s Center at 913-906-8990 or K-State Research and Extension, Wyandotte County, 913-299-9300. Sessions will be facilitated by Nozella Brown, who holds a doctorate in education, and Lori Wuellner, K-State Extension family and consumer sciences agents, Wyandotte County.

Blood drive planned Oct. 30
Washington High School, 7340 Leavenworth Road, will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 30 in the small gym. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 816-753-4040 or visit www.savealifenow.org.

Blood drive scheduled Nov. 4
The University of Kansas, 3901 Rainbow Blvd., will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 4 in the Hixson Atrium. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 816-753-4040 or visit www.savealifenow.org.

Annual Wyandotte County Veterans Day commemoration to be Nov. 7
The annual Wyandotte County Veterans Day commemoration will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Salvation Army Harbor Light Village, 6723 State Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The event is presented by the Kansas City, Kan., Women’s Chamber of Commerce. This year’s event, from 10 a.m. to noon, will include a special recognition of Vietnam War veterans, on the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. Groups expected to participate in the event include the Kansas City, Kan., Police Department Drum and Pipe Corps, Piper High School Music in Motion and Salvation Army Music Ensemble. There will be special speakers, veteran resources, commemorative displays, free giveaways and a brunch. Partners and sponsors of the event include the Kansas City, Kan., Convention and Visitors Bureau, Kansas City, Kan., Public Library, VFW Post 6401 and auxiliaries, Wyandotte County Museum, Providence Medical Center and Salvation Army Harbor Light Village.

Sebelius to speak at United Way of Wyandotte County annual luncheon Nov. 20
Former Gov. Kathleen Sebelius will speak at the annual luncheon Nov. 20 of the United Way of Wyandotte County. Sebelius also is the former U.S. secretary of Health and Human Services. “Looking Forward: Improving Health and Quality of Life in Wyandotte County,” is the topic. The luncheon will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Reardon Convention Center, 5th and Minnesota, Kansas City, Kan.

Counseling offered
Keeler Women’s Center, a ministry of the Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan., offers individual and couples counseling to women and men who might otherwise not be able to afford counseling. Nothing is billed. Donations are accepted. Call 913-906-8990 for information or to do an intake and schedule an appointment.

Lineman’s rodeo

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)
Utility line workers competed today in the International Lineman’s Rodeo held at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. (Staff photo by Mary Rupert)

Sporting KC falls 1-0 at San Jose

Sporting Kansas City’s winless streak in San Jose continued on Friday with a 1-0 loss in the team’s first match at Avaya Stadium in San Jose, Calif.

Anibal Godoy’s 47th minute goal extended the Earthquakes home unbeaten streak in the series to 17 straight games in MLS competition (including playoffs) dating back to 2001.

With two home games remaining in the regular season, Sporting Kansas City sits fourth in a Western Conference table in which second through seventh place are separated by only four points.

Sporting Kansas City can next book a postseason berth when the team plays host to the Colorado Rapids at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at Sporting Park in Kansas City, Kan.

Sporting Kansas City and San Jose each exchanged scoring opportunities in the game’s opening 10 minutes on Friday. Erik Palmer-Brown, making his third straight MLS appearance at 18 years of age, snapped his header narrowly over the crossbar in the fourth minute on a cross from centerback partner Matt Besler.

Tim Melia was then called into action on the opposite end, making a pair of saves in short succession in the eighth minute. His first was a routine play on a header from Shea Salinas and the second stop came on a curling shot from Matias Perez Garcia.

San Jose, playing the team’s seventh home game in an eight-game stretch, continued to press forward in the 20th minute as Quincy Amarikwa sent his shot high of target from the top of the penalty area. Four minutes later, Clarence Goodson ventured forward for a set piece opportunity, taken by Perez Garcia, and directed his header goalward but straight into the arms of Melia.

Sporting Kansas City’s best scoring chance of the first half came early when Dom Dwyer broke free in the eighth minute. The Englishman, who leads the team with 11 goals, forced a fantastic foot save from David Bingham. The Earthquakes goalkeeper was again in position to thwart a dipping half-volley from Benny Feilhaber in the 34th minute for his second save of the match.

Melia, whose last six starts have all come on the road, recorded four saves in the opening 45 minutes and needed a dive to his right in the 35th minute to deny Salinas. However, the clean sheet would last less than two minutes when the second half resumed.

Chris Wondolowski, named the club’s MVP prior to the match, set up the break-through goal and earned his first assist of the year. The World Cup veteran sent a volley across the goalmouth for a tap-in from Anibal Godoy, whose two MLS goals this year have both come against Sporting KC.

Sporting Kansas City, needing a draw or win to clinch a postseason berth, immediately began the search for an equalizer as Dwyer’s shot from a tight angle was turned away by Bingham in the 51st minute. However, it was the Earthquakes that threatened to capitalize as the game opened up and would have doubled their lead if not for Melia’s repeated interventions.

The first-year starter stoned Amarikwa in a one-on-one situation in the 55th minute then spoiled what would have been a world-class goal by Wondolowski three minutes later. Melia then matched his single-game career high with a seventh save in the 72nd minute, dropping low to block Fatai Alashe’s first-time strike.

Already missing centerback Kevin Ellis and defensive midfielder Soni Mustivar due to injury, Besler was removed from the match with 30 minutes remaining after suffering an ankle sprain. Nevertheless, the visitors showed signs of salvaging a point when Feilhaber lofted a chip into the path of Mikey Lopez – looking for his first career MLS goal – but his header carried inches over the crossbar.

Sporting Kansas City’s drive to the playoffs will continue on Wednesday in a match that was originally scheduled for May 16 but postponed due to inclement weather. All previously purchased tickets will be valid and Sporting Kansas City season ticket members should contact 888-4KC-GOAL with any questions.
– Story from Sporting KC