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Kevin Rabas, Kansas poet laureate, will speak at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 31, at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs, Kansas.
Rabas is the author of “Lisa’s Flying Electric Piano,” a 2010 Kansas Notable Book.
For more information, see http://bonnerlibrary.org/.
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Programs offered for Spanish-speaking women
Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, offers programs for Spanish-speaking women: Salud Creacion, con Shawnee Mission Medical Center, los martes, 22 & 29 de mayo, 10-11:30 a.m.; Grupo de salud emocional para la mujer, ofrecido por MOCSA, contacte a Sinead McDonough, llame al 816-285-1349, los martes, 1-2:30 p.m. For more information and registration, call 913-906-8990.
Program offered on knitting with looms
A program on knitting with looms is planned from 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 20, at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs, Kansas. There is a limit of 20 persons for the program. Those interested may sign up for the program at the library. Those attending will learn how to use looms to knit hats and scarves. All ages are welcome and supplies will be provided. For more information, call 913-441-2665.
Program offered on raising safe kids
The ACT Raising Safe Kids program will be offered from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, May 21, and on eight Mondays, May 14 through July 16, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program will discuss positive discipline, anger management, and conflict resolution skills. The program will be presented by Heather Neds, certified trainer. A certificate will be presented at the end of the eighth program. For more information and registration, call 913-906-8990.
Pot luck lunch planned
A pot luck lunch is planned from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 22, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Participants may bring a healthy dish and a recipe. The program is presented by Pat Callaghan, K-State Research and Extension. For more information and registration, call 913-906-8990.
Program planned on cupcake decorating
A cupcake decorating program is planned from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 22, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program is under the instruction of Rachel Van Stratton. For more information and registration, call 913-906-8990.
Parenting support group to meet
A parenting support group will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 22, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program will be facilitated by Marqueia Watson. Participants will learn ways of working with children and growing in healthy relationships with them. For more information and registration, call 913-906-8990.
BPU to meet May 23
The Board of Public Utilities will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 23, at the BPU offices, 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. On the regular meeting agenda are a visitors’ time, Leadership 2020 report, draft 2017 annual audit report, preliminary financial report approval, board comments and general manager comments. There will be no work session May 23.
Personal finance program planned
“Every Cent Counts,” a program about managing money and learning to make conscious decisions about finances, will be held from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 24, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The presenter will be Jennifer Rottinghaus. For more information and registration, call 913-906-8990.
‘Pretty Nails’ program offered
Appointments for a “Pretty Nails” program will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, May 24, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. In this program, nails will be shaped and painted by Ana Maria Price, volunteer. Those interested must call 913-906-8990 to schedule an appointment.
Budgeting class offered
A budgeting basics class, “Spending Wiser While Living on a Budget,” will be presented at 1 p.m. May 24 at the Main Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library, 625 Minnesota Ave. The class will be presented by the Wyandotte County Research and Extension Office. For more information, visit www.kckpl.org.
UG Commission to meet May 24
The Unified Government Commission will meet in a special session at 5 p.m. May 24. The commission will hear a downtown grocery – YMCA follow-up and will discuss the capital maintenance and improvement plan (CMIP). The meeting will be in the fifth floor meeting room at City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas.
Democratic candidate forum for 3rd District, U.S. Representative, planned May 24
A 3rd District Democratic Congressional Candidate Forum will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 24, in the Jewell Student Center at Kansas City Kansas Conmunity College, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Moderators include Christal Watson, deputy chief of staff for Mayor David Alvey; and Gary Enrique Bradley-Lopez, vice chair of the Wyandotte County Young Democrats. Democratic candidates include Sharice Davids, a lawyer; Mike McCamon, former tech and nonprofit executive; Tom Niermann, a high school history teacher; Jay Sidie, a businessman; Brent Welder, labor lawyer; and Sylvia Williams, a retired banker. The forum is through Swing Left, swingleft.org.
UG Commission to meet May 31
At 5 p.m. Thursday, May 31, the Unified Government Commission will meet in a special session to discuss the capital maintenance improvement plan (CMIP) and hear a zoning code update in the fifth floor meeting room, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. At 7 p.m. May 31, a UG Commission meeting is scheduled at the Commission Chamber, lobby level, City Hall. Planning and zoning items will be on the agenda.
Kansas poet laureate to speak
Kevin Rabas, Kansas poet laureate, will speak at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 31, at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs, Kansas. Rabas is the author of “Lisa’s Flying Electric Piano,” a 2010 Kansas Notable Book. For more information, see http://bonnerlibrary.org/.
Annual kids fishing derby to be June 9 at Wyandotte County Lake
The Ed and Ione Trapp Annual Derby will take place on Saturday, June 9, at Wyandotte County Lake at the Kids Pond, 91st and Leavenworth Road. Registration will begin at 7 a.m. followed by derby fishing from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and a trophy presentation at 10:30 a.m. Participants sould bring their fishing gear. Worms for bait will be provided. A free hot dog coupon will be given to the kids who register. The event is sponsored by the Leavenworth Road Association and Wyandotte County Parks. For more information, call 913-788-3988.
Forum for Democratic governor candidates to be June 16
A forum for Democratic governor candidates will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 16, at Kansas City Kansas Community College, Jewell Building, upper level, 7250 State Ave. Doors will open at 1:30 p.m. The forum is sponsored by the KCKCC College Democrats and the Wyandotte County Democratic Party.
Counseling offered
The Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., is offering individual and couples counseling to women and men who might not otherwise be able to afford counseling. Counseling services are available in English and Spanish. Nothing is billed. Donations are accepted. Call 913-906-8990 for information or to do an intake and schedule an appointment.
Wyandotte County Museum
For information about the Wyandotte County Museum, 631 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs, call 913-573-5002 or visit https://www.facebook.com/wycomuseum/.
Strawberry Hill Museum
For information about The Strawberry Hill Museum, 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kansas, call 913-371-3264 or visit www.strawberryhillmuseum.org.
Grinter Place Museum
The Grinter Place State Historic Site, 1420 S. 78th St., Kansas City, Kan., is one of the oldest homes in the area, built in 1857. For more information about hours and days it is open, call 913-299-0373 or visit http://www.kshs.org/p/grinter-place-plan-your-visit/15857.
Old Quindaro Museum
The Old Quindaro Museum is at 3432 N. 29th St., Kansas City, Kan. For more information about the museum, call 816-820-3615 or visit https://www.facebook.com/ccoqmuseum/.
Bike safety event planned May 19
Elementary-aged kids will have the opportunity to learn tips on cycling safety, to get free bike safety helmets and T-shirts and to see the attractions at Schlitterbahn Waterpark Kansas City at a free family event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 19. The annual Kansas City, Kansas, Kiwanis West Bike Rodeo is back for the 12th year with expanded offerings and the same location. The event will be held rain or shine in the parking lot and entrance area of Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Kansas City, 9400 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The KCK Kiwanis West, in partnership with Schlitterbahn Waterpark Kansas City, Big D Cycling, Midwest Trauma Society and numerous other community businesses and organizations, are committed to helping area youth ride their bicycles safely. For more information, visit https://wyandotteonline.com/bike-safety-event-planned-may-19/.
Candidates to speak at Democratic meeting Saturday
The Wyandotte County Third Saturday Democratic Breakfast Saturday, May 19, will feature some candidates for the Democratic nomination for Kansas governor. The breakfast begins with a buffet at 8:15 a.m. followed by the program at 9 a.m. at Las Islas Marias, 7516 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Scheduled to speak at the breakfast are three candidates for governor, Carl Brewer, former Wichita mayor; Josh Svaty, former state representative and state agriculture secretary; and Michael Tabman, retired FBI special agent in charge and news commentator. Three other candidates for governor, Laura Kelly, a state senator; Jim Ward, a state representative; and Dr. Arden Andersen, spoke at the April breakfast meeting. Since then, Rep. Ward has withdrawn from the race. The cost of the buffet is $10, or $6 for students and those on limited income. Reservations are requested to [email protected] by Friday, May 18, for those planning to attend. It is not necessary to RSVP, but it is encouraged. It is not necessary to purchase a breakfast to listen to the program. The meeting is open to all Democrats, and all Democratic candidates may distribute campaign literature and signs before and after the program.
Urban Fishing Derby planned May 19
Urban American Outdoors TV and Kansas City Kansas Community College will hold the 13th annual kids fishing derby from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 19, at the KCKCC pond, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The fishing derby is limited to the first 250 kids ages 4 through 16 who sign up at www.urbankidsfish.com. Prizes will be awarded. Those participating may bring chairs and their own buckets to hold fish.
Thrive and Drive planned May 19
Thrive and Drive will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at the Farmers’ Market, 129 Elm St., in Bonner Springs, Kansas. The day will honor first responders, service members and local farmers. Activities include a barbecue cookoff for fire, police, EMT and military members, a kids corner, art booths, live musical entertainment and a car show. For more information, visit http://bonnerlibrary.org/thrive-drive-the-bonner-springs-farmers-market/.
Community event, 5K run, health fair planned May 19
“Let’s Move, WYCO,” a 5K color run, walk and bike, health fair and block party, is planned on Saturday, May 19, at the New Bethel Church, 745 Walker Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The event is held by the NBC Community Development Corp. The event includes a run-walk at 8 a.m., a health fair at 9 a.m., a kids dash and block party at 10 a.m. For more information, visit www.nbccdc.org.
Children’s musical program planned
The West Wyandotte Library, 1737 N. 82nd St., Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a musical storytime from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 19 in the storytime room. There will be music, songs, dancing and a story. The program is recommended for children ages 4 to 6.
Knitting class planned
The Shepherd’s Center of Kansas City, Kansas, will hold a knitting class from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 19, at the West Wyandotte Library, Conference Room C, 1737 N. 82nd St., Kansas City, Kansas.
Family story time planned
Family story time is planned from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at the Main Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library, craft room, 625 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. There will be stories, dancing and singing. The program is geared for ages 2 to 6.
20th anniversary Mulan sing-a-long planned
The 20th anniversary Mulan sing-a-long and boot camp will be held from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at the Turner Community Library, 831 S. 55th St., Kansas City, Kansas. Learn martial arts and prepare for the 20th anniversary sing-a-long. Refreshments will be served. Registration is requested to https://kckpl.librarymarket.com/20th-anniversary-mulan-sing-long-and-boot-camp.
Mini book club to meet
A mini book club will meet from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at the West Wyandotte Library, Conference Room A, 1737 N. 82nd St., Kansas City, Kansas. The club is for those who want to read short books. This month’s book is “The Very Persistent Gappers of Frip” by George Saunders. The club is for adults. Registration is requested to https://kckpl.librarymarket.com/short-sweet-mini-lit-miniature-literature-book-club-3.
Basic archery class planned
A class in basic archery skills is planned from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at the Mr. and Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library, 4051 West Drive, at Wyandotte County Lake, 91st and Leavenworth Road. The class will cover basics of archery. There will be target practice. The program is for ages 8 and older. Every child must have an adult present. All persons attending must register. Registration is at https://kckpl.librarymarket.com/basic-archery-skills-0.
Spanish singing lessons planned
Spanish singing lessons are planned from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at the South Branch Library, Conference Room B, 3104 Strong Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Sandra Zamora leads the program. The program is for children.
Program to discuss military history
The American GI Forum will present a program on historical issues pertaining to the U.S. military, with a focus on the Hispanic contribution to the armed services, from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at the South Branch Library, Conference Room B, 3104 Strong Ave., Kansas City, Kansas.
Sew a fabric lunch bag
Learn how to sew a fabric lunch bag at a program from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at the Main Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library, first floor program room, 625 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The bags can be used for lunch, gifts or school supplies. Beginners are welcome. The event is open to those 15 and older. There are limited seats available. Registration is at https://kckpl.librarymarket.com/saturday-sewing-1.