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Alcott Arts Center starts season April 9 with student art show
The Alcott Arts Center, 180 S. 18th St., will launch its season Saturday, April 9, with a student art show. Students from the Kansas City, Kan., Public Schools will exhibit their artworks Saturday. They include students from Wyandotte High School, Schlagle High School, Sumner Academy, Rosedale Middle School and Frances Willard Elementary. The art show, in the Alcott’s Second Saturday series, opens with a reception and entertainment by students at 6:30 p.m. Saturday. Doors open at 6 p.m. to the gallery. Students also will do spoken word and poetry recitations as part of the program. The program is free and open to the public. The Alcott is not ADA accessible.
Program offered on raising safe kids
A program on raising safe kids will be presented from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, April 4 to May 9, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The program will emphasize the use of positive discipline, anger management and conflict resolution skills. It will be presented by certified trainers, Heather Neds and Elizabeth Madeo. Call 913-906-8990 or register online at www.keelerwomenscenter.org.
Resilient KC to launch April 12
Resilient KC will launch from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. April 12 at the KC Chamber’s Board Room, 30 W. Pershing Road, Kansas City, Mo. Healthy KC and Trauma Matters KC will help launch Resilient KC, Thriving Through Adversity, an endeavor to create a trauma-informed and resilient Kansas City community. The Greater Kansas City Chamber is a sponsor. There is no charge to attend.
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, 12 de Abril, 10 -11 a.m. For reservations or more information, call 913-906-8990.
Support group offered for caregivers
A support group will be offered for caregivers from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays 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.
Alzheimer’s program planned April 12
“Alzheimer’s and Dementia: The Importance of Proactive Planning,” will be held from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. At the workshop, Jim Berger of Berger Estate and Elder Law will assist those attending in planning toensure the best qualify of care and life for themselves and loved ones. Call 913-906-8990 or register online at www.keelerwomenscenter.org.
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. Sessions are being held across the district to provide assistance with the completion of FAFSA applications, college financial aid, and more. Remaining sessions date and time:
• 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].
KCK school board scheduled to meet April 12
The Kansas City, Kan., Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, at the Central Office, 2010 N. 59th St., Kansas City, Kan. An agenda may be posted in advance of the meeting at www.kckps.org.
Monthly book club to meet
A monthly book club will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The book for April is “Diary of an Ordinary Woman” by Margaret Foster. There will be some books available for club members. For more information call 913-906-8990.
Knitting and crocheting class offered
A class in knitting and crocheting will be offered from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Tuesday at Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. Those attending may learn to knit, crochet or quilt, or simply chat with others. For reservations or more information, call 913-906-8990.
LRA to meet Tuesday, April 12
The Leavenworth Road Association will meet Tuesday, April 12, at the Eisenhower Recreation Center, 2901 N. 72nd, Kansas City, Kan. A potluck dinner and social hour will begin at 6 p.m. followed by the meeting at 7 p.m. Guest speaker will be Bud Chapman with Abate of Kansas District 5, active in community projects. Board members will be elected at this meeting. Ham and broccoli will be provided for the dinner, and those attending may bring a covered dish to share.
Women’s Chamber to meet Wednesday
The Kansas City, Kan., Women’s Chamber of Commerce will meet Wednesday, April 13, at the West Wyandotte Library, 1737 N. 82nd, Kansas City, Kan. The guest speaker will be Greg Kindle, president of Wyandotte Economic Development Council. Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. and lunch is at noon. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers. Reservations may be made at http://conta.cc/1oPaKBy.
Fairfax Industrial Association to meet April 14
The Fairfax Industrial Association will meet for lunch at 11:15 a.m. Thursday, April 14, at Design Mechanical, 100 Greystone Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The cost of the lunch is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers. Reservations are necessary by 5 p.m. April 12 to [email protected].
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.
Unified Government Commission scheduled to meet April 14
The Unified Government Commission is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 14, at the Commission Chambers, lobby level, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kan. An agenda should be posted before the meeting at www.wycokck.org.
Estate planning seminar to be April 16
Evans and Mullinix, in collaboration with Bishop Ward High School, will hold a free estate planning informational workshop on April 16. The educational program will feature experts who will provide legal advice and answer questions about estate planning. The event will be from 9:30 a.m. to noon April 16. Registration is required; for more information, contact Leslie Gasser at 913-371-6901 or email [email protected].
Legislative coffee scheduled
A legislative coffee is scheduled from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 16, at the West Wyandotte Branch Library, 1737 N. 82nd, Kansas City, Kan. It is sponsored by the library, League of Women Voters and NAACP.
WyCo Ethnic Festival to be April 16
The 11th annual WyCo Ethnic Festival will be Saturday, April 16, at the Kansas City Kansas Community College Field House, 7250 State Ave. Hours of the public event are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 16. There is no admission charge, and parking is free. The event will feature many booths and tables with information about different cultures and countries. A variety of ethnic foods will be available for purchase. An entertainment stage will feature a different group every 30 minutes, including dancers, music performances and singers. For more information see http://www.freewebs.com/wycoethnicfestival/ or https://www.facebook.com/pages/WYCO-Ethnic-FestivalThe-Human-Family-Reunion/126856134055739?ref=hl.
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. According to the library’s website, the event is sold out.
Blood drive scheduled
The Chiropractic Healing Center, Harding and Associates, will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, April 18, in the parking lot of the center at 8437 State Ave., Kansas City, Kan. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 816-753-4040 or visit www.savealifenow.org.
‘Living with Grief and Loss’ to be topic of program April 20
“Living with Grief and Loss” is the topic of a series of five programs to begin Wednesday, April 20, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The program is from 2:30 to 4 p.m. A certified grief counselor will facilitate the series. Call 913-906-8990 or register online at www.keelerwomenscenter.org.
Bonner Springs job fair to be April 21
From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 21, Bonner Springs will hold a job fair in the Sunflower Room of the Bonner Springs Community Center, 200 E. 3rd St., Bonner Springs, Kan. Job seekers in the area are encouraged to attend this free event and to bring lots of copies of their resumés. The program is made possible through a partnership of Workforce Partnership, Bonner Springs City Library, Kaw Valley Virtual Learning Center, Vaughn-Trent Community Services, and Bonner Springs Parks and Recreation. Special features of this job fair include the Workforce Partnership mobile unit on site, a recreational vehicle with 13 computer workstations. Eighteen employers are confirmed for participation.
Presentation explores Civil War along Santa Fe Trail
The Bonner Springs City Library will be the host of “The Santa Fe Trail and the Civil War,” a presentation and discussion by Leo E. Oliva at 6 p.m. April 21 at the library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs. Members of the community and the surrounding area are invited to attend the free program. Contact the library at 913-441-2665 for more information. The program is made possible by the Kansas Humanities Council. During the Civil War, events at both ends of the Santa Fe Trail contributed to the war’s outcome while the Plains Indian Wars grew in intensity. This presentation will introduce key conflicts along the Santa Fe Trail, including significant but largely forgotten battles in New Mexico and the period of accelerated conflict that ended with the destruction of Plains tribes as they had existed for over a century. Leo Oliva is a historian with a research focus on 19th-century Kansas. He is the author of Soldiers on the Santa Fe Trail, six books for the Kansas Fort Series, and a founding member of the Santa Fe Trail Association and Fort Larned Old Guard. “Few people know that important Civil War battles occurred west of the Kansas-Missouri border. Kansas was a major cause of the war,” observed Oliva, “and engagements on the Santa Fe Trail contributed to Union victory and destruction of the Plains Indians.” “The Santa Fe Trail and the Civil War” is part of the Kansas Humanities Council’s Humanities Speakers Bureau, featuring presentations and discussions that examine our shared human experience—our innovations, culture, heritage, and conflicts. The Kansas Humanities Council conducts and supports community-based programs, serves as a financial resource through an active grant-making program, and encourages Kansans to engage in the civic and cultural life of their communities. For more information about KHC programs contact the Kansas Humanities Council at 785-357-0359 or visit online at www.kansashumanities.org. For more information about “The Santa Fe Trail and the Civil War” in Bonner Springs contact the Bonner Springs City Library at 913-441-2665 or visit www.bonnerlibrary.org.
KCKCC Jazz Cabaret to be Thursday, April 21
The KCKCC Jazz Cabaret will be 6 p.m. April 21 in Upper Jewell on the KCKCC main campus, 7250 State Ave. Tickets are $20 for the public and $15 for students, children over 5 years old and seniors 60 and over. Music during the Jazz Cabaret will be provided by the KCKCC Jazz Combo, Vocal Jazz Ensembles and Student Jazz soloists. In addition, it will feature a catered dinner by Wyandotte BBQ, complimentary drinks and a silent auction. Boulevard Brewing Co. is providing the beer and wine will be served as well. The event is a fundraiser for Music Department student travel. The theme for this year’s Jazz Cabaret is Soul Train. Guests are encouraged to wear clothing from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. Music will feature jazz arrangements of pop tunes from the last 40 years. “The music performed at this event will be a fusion of jazz standards from the Great American Songbook and popular music classics from artists such as Michael Jackson, The Beatles and more,” said John Stafford, director of choral activities at KCKCC. “There will also be a silent auction of artwork by Janet Mason and other items from corporations in the Kansas City metropolitan area.” For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Stafford at 913-288-7137 or by email at [email protected].
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].
Strawberry Hill 5K Run-Walk to be April 23
The Strawberry Hill 5K Run-Walk will be held at 8 a.m. April 23 starting at the Strawberry Hill Museum, 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kan. The course runs through the streets of Strawberry Hill. For more information, call 913-371-3264 or visit http://www.strawberryhillmuseum.org/the-first-annual-strawberry-hill-5k-runwalk/. 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. The museum will be closed on Easter, March 27.
Barnyard Babies back at the Ag Hall April 23
Barnyard Babies return to the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State, Bonner Springs, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 23. Youth may enjoy seeing calves, piglets, chicks, kids and more baby animals. There will be free train rides and fun hands-on activities for kids. There is an admission charge. For more information, visit http://www.aghalloffame.com/.
Housing inequality to be topic of meeting at library
“Housing Inequality: The Problem of Affordability” will be the topic of a program at 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 23, at the Main Kansas City, Kan., Public Library, 625 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kan. This is part of a lecture series sponsored by Radish, and for more information, visit facebook.com/radishkck.
‘Be Active Day’ planned April 23
Bishop Ward High School will sponsor a day of fun activities, including the annual Tour de Cyclone bike ride, the Battle of the Badges, a police vs. fire flag football game, and a Bishop Ward baseball game. The activities start at 8 a.m. April 23 at Dorney Field. For more information, see www.wardhigh.org.
Blood drive scheduled
Piper High School, 4400 N. 107th St., Kansas City, Kan., will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 7:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. April 29 in the school gym. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 816-753-4040 or visit www.savealifenow.org.
Blood drive scheduled
Schlagle High School, 2214 N. 59th St., Kansas City, Kan., will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. April 29 in the school gym. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 816-753-4040 or visit www.savealifenow.org.
Class to give tips on landscaping to attract birds and butterflies
The goals of beauty and habitat can be achieved together, with a garden design easily including the specific plants that provide food and shelter for wildlife and pollinators while still remaining beautiful for the humans, according to gardening experts. A class, “Landscaping for Wildlife and Pollinators,” will be taught by Meg Mullett, a Johnson County Extension Master Gardener and Kansas Master Naturalist, who has been gardening for 40 years. She not only grows food for her family, but also maintains an attractive landscape for wildlife using only organic methods. The class, sponsored by the Wyandotte County Extension Master Gardeners, will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, May 5, in the Sunflower Room at the Wyandotte County Extension Office, 1208 N. 79th St., Kansas City, Kan., 913-299-9300. The fee is $5, payable at the door. Registration is not required.
Blood drive scheduled
Turner High School, 2211 S. 55th St., Kansas City, Kan., will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 7:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, May 13, in the commons area. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 816-753-4040 or visit www.savealifenow.org.
Blood drive scheduled
Epiq Systems, 501 Kansas Ave., Kansas City, Kan., will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, in the atrium. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 816-753-4040 or visit www.savealifenow.org.
Legislative coffee scheduled
A legislative coffee is scheduled from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 21, at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs. It is sponsored by the library, League of Women Voters and NAACP.
Bishop Ward to hold 35th annual Golf Classic
Bishop Ward’s 35th annual Alumni and Friends Golf Classic will be held June 10 at Painted Hills Golf Course. Co-chairs are Tom Mayfield, class of ’81, and Kevin Connor, class of ’83. Registration includes 18 holes of golf, cart, goodie bag, complimentary beer and beverages, hole contests and team prizes, plus a catered dinner after the tournament. Register online at www.wardhigh.org/golfclassic.
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.
Keeler offers spiritual direction
Keeler Women’s Center, a mission of the Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan., is offering spiritual direction by appointment. One hour, once a month, is scheduled at the convenience of the director and the person seeking direction. Call the center, 913-906-8990 to talk to one of the Sisters about scheduling 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.