Month: July 2016

Faith news

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The Yellow Brick Foundation has planned the Dotte’s Closet Mobile clothing sale at ReachKCK, at the Blessed Sacrament School, 2215 Parallel, Kansas City, Kan., for four days for women to come shop for good quality, name brand clothing. Most items are specifically for women to wear for job interviews, to church and to work, including pants, blouses, jackets, suits, and dresses in sizes 0 to 22. There are also some accessories such as scarves, purses and jewelry too. The clothing is priced to sell. The Yellow Brick Foundation works to better the lives of all women to help build their confidence through education and mentoring. Dotte’s Closet is a ministry of The Yellow Brick Foundation which offers women nice clothing at affordable price. Dotte’s Closet will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 19, through Thursday, July 21, and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 22. For more information, visit https://www.theyellowbrick.org/dottes-mobile-closet and https://www.facebook.com/theyellowbrick. All proceeds will go to The Yellow Brick Foundation, which is a 501(c)3 organization to help further a mission to serve the women of Wyandotte County.

Christ the King Catholic Church, 53rd and Leavenworth Road, Kansas City, Kan., is planning its annual ice cream social on Saturday, Aug. 27, after the 4 p.m. Mass.

Judson Baptist Church, 8300 State Ave., Kansas City, Kan., holds Sunday morning services at 11 a.m. on the first Sunday of the month, and at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. on the other Sundays, and Sunday school is at 9:45 a.m. The church plans Vacation Bible School from 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. July 18-22. Preregistration will be available online. The church website is http://judsonbaptistchurchkck.com/.

Open Door Baptist Church, 3033 N. 103rd Terrace, Kansas City, Kan., plans Vacation Bible School from 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 11-15 for children in kindergarten to sixth grade. The theme of VBS is “Cave Quest.” Those interested in attending may sign up online at http://opendoorkc.com. For more information, call 913-334-7777.

Risen Lamb International Church of the Nazarene, located in the Turner area of Kansas City, Kan., has announced the opening of the Risen Lamb Prayer Room and Retreat Center. On location at their church at 5301 Metropolitan Avenue, the prayer room and retreat center is open to the public for daytime retreats. All individuals or small groups seeking a quiet, sacred space to gather, pray, meditate, journal or read resources about prayer are welcome. The prayer room provides a peaceful space for solitude or can be scheduled in advance for groups of up to eight people. Guests seeking spiritual guidance may schedule a time of spiritual direction with one of the pastoral staff, and groups may inquire about scheduling a member of the pastoral team to lead or speak at a retreat. Donations accepted but not required. For more information, or to plan a visit, contact the Rev. Philip Friday at [email protected] or call 913-287-9418.

St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1086 N. 94th St., Kansas City, Kan., is holding a Community Blood Center blood drive from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Aug. 8 at the parish center. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 816-753-4040 or visit www.savealifenow.org.

Members of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1300 N. 18th St., Kansas City, Kan., will observe the eighth Sunday in Pentecost Sunday, July 10. The Rev. Gail Reynolds, a deacon assigned to St. Paul’s, will preach at the 10 a.m. service. The service in Spanish will be at 7 p.m. The parish will host “Shakespeare Unbound” for girls from ages 8 to 18 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 11 through July 29. For more information, telephone 913-321-3535 or see the website www.kcshakes.org.

Victory Hills Church of the Nazarene, 6200 Parallel Parkway, Kansas City, Kan., is holding a Community Blood Center blood drive from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, July 18, at the Victory Hills church basement. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 816-753-4040 or visit www.savealifenow.org.

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Erie and Wiley pace T-Bones in win

The Kansas City T-Bones put together a four-run third inning and didn’t trail after that point, beating Sioux City 7-5 Friday night at CommunityAmerica Ballpark.

The T-Bones struck first in the bottom of the first inning. Starlin Rodriguez opened the inning with a double to left. Explorers starting pitcher Bryan Escanio (2-2) then walked Tyler Massey. After Escanio retired the next two batters, he walked the bases loaded with a free pass to Jimmy Mojica. That’s when Brett Wiley, the hottest hitter in the American Association, lined a two-run single to left that scored Rodriguez and Massey. giving Kansas City a 2-0 lead.

Sioux City answered with three runs of their own in the second. Kansas City’s starting pitcher Jared Messer (3-0) walked Tommy Mendonca, and Ralph Henriquez singled to right. After Matt Koch loaded the bases with a single to right, Brendan Slattery, grounded out to shortstop Vladimir Frias, cutting Kansas City’s lead in half. Derrick Robinson then knocked a two-run single that scored Henriquez and Koch, and gave the Explorers a 3-2 lead.

The Explorers added to their lead in the top of the third as Mendonca hit his fifth home run of the season, bringing the score to 4-2.

Escanio struggled against Kansas City’s offense in the third as the T-Bones sent nine to the plate. With one out, Anthony Gallas walked and Mojica singled to center. Wiley roped a triple that brought in Gallas and Mojica, giving Wiley four RBIs in the game and tying the score at 4-4. Escanio walked his fourth batter of the game, Frias, who stole second. Erie then hit a two-run single to center, that gave Kansas City a 6-4 lead.

Kansas City strengthened its lead in the fifth. Wiley led off the inning with a double to right, his third hit of the night. Erie then got his third hit and third RBI of the night, as he singled to center, which scored Wiley and put the T-Bones ahead, 7-4. Wiley, who ended the night a home run shy of the cycle, now has a nine-game hitting streak, which includes eight multi-hit games. In his last eight games, Wiley is batting a league-best .621 (18 for 29) with 15 RBIs and 10 runs scored.

Messer (3-0) got the win after going 5 innings, giving up six hits and four runs. Kansas City used four relievers before bringing in Mark Haynes, who pitched a perfect ninth and got his ninth save of the season.

With the win, Kansas City has now won its last four series. The T-Bones (22-26) and Sioux City (22-26) are scheduled to finish their three-game series Saturday night at 7:05. Tickets are available by calling the Providence Medical Center Box Office at CommunityAmerica Ballpark at 913-328-5618.

– from Matt Fulks, T-Bones

Saturday events

Strawberry Hill Museum plans rummage sale
The Strawberry Hill Museum, 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kan., plans a rummage sale from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 9. Vendors may call 913-371-3264 for more information about reserving a table.

Learn how marbles are made
A marble-making demonstration is scheduled from about 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 9, at Moon Marble Co. store, 600 E. Front St., Bonner Springs. Today, star-spangled marbles are on display. Demonstrations begin around 10 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. and end at about 3 p.m., provided a glass artist is available. For more information, see www.moonmarble.com/.

Yoga with nature program planned
A Yoga with nature program is planned from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. July 9 at the Schlagle Environmental Library, 4051 West Drive, at Wyandotte County Lake Park, 91st and Leavenworth Road, Kansas City, Kan. Those attending will learn and practice a variety of poses to stretch and strengthen their muscles. All ages and levels of experience may attend. A craft will be going on inside for children who are not able to participate. To register, call 913-299-2384.

Family Outdoor Adventure Day planned
Cabela’s plans its Family Outdoor Adventure Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 9 at 10300 Cabela Drive, Kansas City, Kan. Activities will include archery, fishing, scavenger hunts and outdoor cooking.

Book club to meet
The African-American Book Club will meet from 2 to 3 p.m. July 9 at the Main Kansas City, Kan., Public Library, first floor program room, 625 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The current book is “I Almost Forgot About You” by Terry McMillan.

American GI Forum program planned
The American GI Forum is scheduled to meet from 2 to 4:30 p.m. July 9 at the South Branch Library, 3104 Strong Ave., Kansas City, Kan., Meeting Room B. Rudy Padilla will present a program focused on the Hispanic community.

Disc dogs to perform
The Kansas City Disc Dogs and their owners will perform from 2 to 4 p.m. July 9 at the South Branch Library, Meeting Room A. The dogs will run and leap to catch flying discs.

Artist reception planned at library
The opening reception for “Park Views: Artwork by Kim Kapalka,” will be held from 2 pm. to 6 p.m. July 9 at the South Branch Library, 3104 Strong Ave., Kansas City, Kan.

Cabela’s schedules fly-fishing class
Cabela’s, 10300 Cabela Drive, Kansas City, Kan., has scheduled a free fly-fishing class from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 9. Interested persons may meet at the Cabela’s Fly Shop and the class will go to the outdoor pond. The class is for beginners and experienced anglers.

Alcott Arts Center plans Second Saturday event
The Alcott Arts Center plans entertainment, with artists exhibiting their work and musical entertainment tonight. The event includes a reception with the arts and performances starting at 6:30 p.m. Artists include Anna Jennings, lampwork bead making; and Amanda Fugate, digital art; as well as other artwork on display. Entertainers include Boyd Ahrens on the accordion; Debbie Winter, piano and organ; Blake Helton, trumpet, Beth Latschar, flute; and Eddison Chen, piano. The suggested donation is $5. The Alcott is not ADA accessible. For more information, see www.alcottartscenter.org or call 913-233-2787.

Live at the Legends summer concert to be July 9
Legends Outlets will again offer free outdoor entertainment through its Live at the Legends Summer Concert Series on Saturday evenings in June and July. All concerts will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at Legends Outlets’ Civic Courtyard Fountain, in front of AMC Legends 14 Theatre, at 1843 Village West Parkway, Kansas City, Kan. On July 9, The Zeros, a new wave tribute band, will feature the top 40 songs from the 1980s.

Tribute concert planned at amphitheater
A Rock ‘n’ Roll Dream Concert is planned at 7 p.m. July 9 at the Providence Medical Amphitheater, 633 N. 130th St., Bonner Springs, Kan. The concert will feature tributes to Rush (Thunderhead), Led Zeppelin (House of the Holy) and AC/DC (KC/DC). For more information, visit http://www.providenceamp.com/.

T-Bones to play tonight
The Kansas City T-Bones (22-26) and Sioux City (22-26) are playing the last game in their three-game series Saturday night at 7:05 at CommunityAmerica Ballpark, Kansas City, Kan. Tickets are available by calling the Providence Medical Center Box Office at CommunityAmerica Ballpark at 913-328-5618. For more information see http://www.tbonesbaseball.com/.