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Program shows parents how to pay for college
Parents and guardians of seniors in the Kansas City, Kan., Public Schools are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming “Financing College” events. The focus will be on technical schools, two-year and four-year colleges. Five different sessions will be held across the district to provide assistance with the completion of FAFSA applications, college financial aid, and more. Remaining sessions dates and times:
• Tuesday, April 12, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the KCKPS Central Office and Training Center, 2010 N. 59th St.
The events are being sponsored by the KCK Network for College Opportunity. For more information, contact Lori Hewitt, KCKPS Diploma+ program specialist, 913-627-2685, [email protected].
Programs offered for Spanish-speaking women
Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan., offers these programs for Spanish-speaking women: Grupo de mujeres: con lideres Mary Ellen Rodriguez y Ana Maria Sauer, los martes, 15 de marzo y 22 de marzo, 10 -11 a.m. For reservations or more information, call 913-906-8990.
Gospel nonviolence study group to meet
A gospel nonviolence study group will meet from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Mondays, March 14 and 28, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. It is facilitated by Peg Burns Kerbawy, developer of “Our Golden Thread, Gospel Nonviolence Curriculum Materials.” Call 913-906-8990 or register online at www.keelerwomenscenter.org.
Support group offered for caregivers
A support group will be offered for caregivers from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The facilitator is Jackie Tigges. This group is for women and men. For reservations or more information, call 913-906-8990.
Program offered about tax returns
“Make the Most of Your Tax Return,” presented by Ed Linnebur, will be held Wednesday, March 16, at Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The evening begins with a light supper at 5:30 p.m., followed by the workshop from 6 to 7:30 p.m. It is presented in partnership with Heartland Habitat for Humanity. Call 913-906-8990 or register online at www.keelerwomenscenter.org.
BPU to meet March 16
The Board of Public Utilities will meet March 16 at the BPU offices, 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The work session will begin at 5 p.m. March 16. On the agenda for the work session are a board update and general manager update; and an employee handbook report. On the agenda for the regular meeting at 6 p.m. are a visitors’ time; an audit update; refrigerator replacement rebate program update; demand response report; board comments and general manager comments.
Parenting support group offered
A parenting support group will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City Kan. The group will collaborate in finding ways to connect with their children and form strong bonds. It is facilitated by Matt Brandmeyer, licensed master’s social worker. Call 913-906-8990 or register online at www.keelerwomenscenter.org.
Bank to offer free tax classes
Enterprise Bank and Trust is offering free tax classes to help small business owners prepare their 2016 returns at the bank’s full service bilingual location at the Prescott Plaza, 151 S. 18th St., Kansas City, Kan. The sessions are offered on four Saturdays. The next program is March 19, and will feature an Enterprise Bank and Trust financial adviser and a local tax professionals. The informational sessions will be in both English and Spanish. Presentations will begin at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in the branch lobby, followed by a brief question-and-answer period. The remaining session is at 9:30 a.m. on April 2. For more information, call 913-693-2790.
Legislative coffee planned
A legislative coffee is planned at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 19, at the Main Kansas City, Kan., Public Library auditorium, 625 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kan. Sen. Pat Pettey, Rep. Valdenia Winn and Rep. Pam Curtis are expected to attend and discuss their work in Topeka. There will be a question-and-answer session. The public may attend.
Community event planned at Old Quindaro Museum March 19
A free community event is planned March 19 at the Old Quindaro Museum, 3432 N. 29th St., Kansas City, Kan. “Keeping Hope Alive” is the theme of the spring break event. The event is sponsored by the Kansas City, Kan., Branch and Greater Kansas City Chapter of the NAACP, and the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists. The hours are noon to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 12 and 19. Food, music, poetry readings and impromptu entertainment are part of the plans for the family event. For more information, call 816-820-3615 or visit http://www.oldquindaromuseum.org/.
Spaghetti dinner benefit planned for Grinter Place March 19
A spaghetti dinner is planned at the Grinter Place state historic site, 1400 S. 78th St., Kansas City, Kan., from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 19. It will be at the Grinter Barn. Prairie Praise Band will provide entertainment. Tickets are $7 in advance or $10 at the door. Kids 5 and younger are free. For information, call 913-481-3527.
Program offered on decluttering
“Decluttering tips for Baby Boomers” will be offered from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Monday, March 21, at the Keeler Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. Chiquita Miller will present the program. There will be tips and hints in time for spring cleaning.
KCK school board to meet March 22
The Kansas City, Kan., Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. March 22 in the Central Office and Training Center, 2010 N. 59th St., Kansas City, Kan.
Blood drive scheduled March 28
The University of Kansas Hospital is sponsoring a Community Blood Center blood drive from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, March 28, at the Hixson Atrium, 3901 Rainbow Blvd., Kansas City, Kan. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 816-753-4040 or visit www.savealifenow.org.
UG Commission to meet March 31
The Unified Government Commission is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. March 31 at the Commission Chambers, City Hall, lobby level, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kan. Several planning and zoning items are expected to be on the agenda. The agenda may be posted in advance at www.wycokck.org.
‘Learn Tools for Better Health’ workshop to be April 6
The starting date for the “Learn Tools for Better Health” program has been changed to April 6. The program now will start at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, at the Landon Center on Aging, 3599 Rainbow Blvd., Room 270, Kansas City, Kan. It runs on Wednesdays through May 11. It is a chronic disease self-management education workshop. Those who have an ongoing health condition or are a caregiver of someone who does, such as arthritis, asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, or depression, may be interested in attending the workshop. The workshop is low-cost. For more information about the workshop, call Lori Wuellner at 913-299-9300 or email [email protected].
Sister Souljah to appear in KCK April 16
Kansas City, Kan., Public Library will sponsor bestselling author Sister Souljah as part of the tour for her latest book, “A Moment of Silence: Midnight III.” The event will take place April 16 at Wyandotte High School. Sister Souljah will discuss her books, writing process, and inspiration. There will be a book signing following the discussion. Activist, educator, hip hop artist, and bestselling author Sister Souljah is best known for her autobiography, “No Disrespect,” and her novel, “The Coldest Winter Ever.” As a community activist, she participated in the anti-apartheid movement, organized rallies against racially motivated crimes, created the African Youth Survival Camp, and worked as the executive director of Daddy’s House Social Programs. She is a graduate of Rutgers University and was also educated at Cornell University and University of Salamanca. Seating for the event is limited, so those interested in attending are asked to register to [email protected]. The first 250 people to arrive will receive a free copy of “A Moment of Silence: Midnight III.” More information about the event can be found at www.kckpl.org.
Mid-America Education Hall of Fame event to be April 21
The Kansas City Kansas Community College Foundation’s 20th-annual Mid America Education Hall of Fame induction will be April 21 at the Dr. Thomas R. Burke Technical Education Center, 6565 State Ave. The reception starts at 5:30 p.m. with the program and awards beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 per person and reservations must be made by April 16. In addition to the community recognitions, the event serves as a fundraiser for scholarships at KCKCC, helping students who would otherwise be unable to afford to attend college. For more information about tickets and reservations or sponsorship opportunities for the Mid America Education Hall of Fame, contact Dawanna Fangohr at 913-288-7675 or by email at [email protected].
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.
Wyandotte County Museum
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 Saturdays. It is closed on Sundays and holidays. For more information visit the website www.facebook.com/wycomuseum or call 913-573-5002.
Strawberry Hill Museum
For more information and hours of The Strawberry Hill Museum, 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kan., visit www.strawberryhillmuseum.org/ or call 913-371-3264.