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Community calendar

The Wyandotte Daily news is interested in news of your community event in Wyandotte County. Send information to [email protected] and include your name and phone number. Please send in planned events about a week before the event if possible. In the event of inclement weather, call to see if the event is still planned.

Renaissance Festival continues Sunday
The 41st annual Renaissance Festival will continue Sunday, Oct. 15, which is the last day of the festival this season. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The festival site is located at 130th and State Avenue in Bonner Springs. For more information, visit www.kcrenfest.com.

Turner Days continues Sunday
A car show on Sunday, Oct. 15, is featured at Turner Days at Steineger Field, 5800 Metropolitan Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, along with entertainment, pumpkin decorating and a silent auction. Admission is free. Food will be available for purchase. See more information at https://wyandotteonline.com/turner-days-to-include-parade-entertainment-food-car-show/ and https://www.facebook.com/turnerdaysofficial.

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: Puedo Vivir En Armonia, Desarrolle las erramientas para manejar sus emociones y vivir emocionalmente saludable, martes, Octubre 17, 24 y 31, 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 or registration, call 913-906-8990.

Candidate forums to be Oct. 17, 18
Business West, in cooperation other neighborhood and business organizations and Kansas City Kansas Community College, will sponsor candidates’ forums from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17, and Wednesday, Oct. 18, in the Upper Jewell building at the Community College. The candidates running for Mayor, Sheriff, Unified Government Commissioner and the Kansas City, Kansas, Board of Public Utilities will appear Tuesday, Oct. 17. Candidates running for the Community College Board of Trustees and the Kansas City, Kansas, Board of Education will appear Wednesday, Oct. 18. Candidates will present introductory remarks and then answer questions from a panel. The forums will be taped and replayed on Channel 17, the community college’s public access channel on the Spectrum system. The general election will be Tuesday, Nov. 7.

Women’s Chamber offers scholarship fundraising event Oct. 18
“Purses with a Purpose” will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, at the Kansas City Kansas Community College Tech Center, 6565 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Sponsored by the Kansas City, Kansas, Women’s Chamber of Commerce, the event features guest speaker, Danni Boatwright, a local business owner. There will be a silent auction and purses, accessories and other items for purchase, with proceeds going toward a scholarship fund for nontraditional women students in Kansas City.

BPU to meet Oct. 18
The Board of Public Utilities board will meet Wednesday, Oct. 18, at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the BPU offices at 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas.

Candidate forum to be held Oct. 20
A candidate forum will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20, at Blessed Sacrament Family Center gym, 2215 Parallel Ave. Candidates were invited for mayor, sheriff, UG Commission, District 1, BPU at large District 1, and Kansas City, Kansas, Board of Education. The forum is sponsored by Unity with Purpose and Forum Partners.

Democrats to meet Saturday
A breakfast buffet and program is set for the Wyandotte County Third Saturday Democratic Breakfast on Saturday morning, Oct. 21, at the Las Islas Marias, 7516 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The breakfast buffet will be available at 8 a.m., and the program is at 9 a.m. All candidates who are Democratic registered voters and are on the Nov. 7 ballot are invited to speak at this event. There is a time limit for each candidate. The program is open to all Democrats. The breakfast will cost $10, or $6 for students and those on limited incomes. There is a $2 charge for coffee for those not purchasing breakfast. Those attending this event are not required to purchase a breakfast. Reservations are requested by Thursday, Oct. 19, to [email protected].

Candidate forum to be held Oct. 24
A candidate forum will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, at New Bethel Church Haven Center, 735 Walker Ave. The forum is sponsored by Unity with Purpose and Forum Partners.

Blood drive to be held in Fairfax area
A Community Blood Center blood drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Central Solutions, 401 Funston Road, in the conference room, Kansas City, Kansas. The Fairfax Industrial Association is participating in the event. To sign up for blood donations in advance, call 1-877-468-6844 or visit www.savealifenow.org.

UG Commission may meet Oct. 26
The Unified Government Commission may meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, at the Commission Chambers, lobby level, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. Check www.wycokck.org for an agenda.

Boo Bash to be Oct. 28 at Bonner Springs Library
The 5th annual Boo Bash is planned Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs. The event, for all ages, is from noon to 2 p.m. A disc jockey will play “terrifying” tunes, scary stories will be told by the fireplace, pumpkin decorating, games and candy, are part of the events. Those attending may wear costumes. Signup is not needed.

UG Ethics Commission to meet
The Unified Government Ethics Commission will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, at the second floor, Wyandotte County Courthouse, Division 18, old county commissioners’ chambers, 710 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas.

CABA plans Day of Dead celebration Nov. 4
The Central Avenue Betterment Association is planning a Day of the Dead parade and celebration from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, from 6th to 16th streets on Central Avenue in Kansas City, Kansas. Live music and food are planned along Central Avenue. An offerings celebration will be held earlier in the day on Central Avenue. For more information, visit https://www.cabakck.org/.

Blood drive to be Nov. 2-3 at KU Med Center
The University of Kansas Medical Center, 3901 Rainbow Blvd., will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 2 and 3 at Hixson Atrium. To schedule a donation, visit www.esavealifenow.org or call 816-753-4040.

Blood drive scheduled at Washington High School
Washington High School, 7340 Leavenworth Road, will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, at the small gym. To schedule a donation, visit www.esavealifenow.org or call 816-753-4040.

Bishop Ward High School to hold blood drive
Bishop Ward High School, 708 N. 18th St., will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 8 at the gym. To schedule a donation, visit www.esavealifenow.org or call 816-753-4040.

Piper High School schedules blood drive
Piper High School, 4400 N. 107th, will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, at the gym. To schedule a donation, visit www.esavealifenow.org or call 816-753-4040.

Blood drive scheduled Nov. 16 at TEC Center
KCKCC Technical Education Center, 6565 State Ave., will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 16 in the multipurpose room. To schedule a donation, visit www.esavealifenow.org or call 816-753-4040.

Blood drive planned at Turner High School
Turner High School, 2211 S. 55th St., will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 7:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 17 in the auxiliary gym. To schedule a donation, visit www.esavealifenow.org or call 816-753-4040.

Blood drive scheduled Nov. 20
Harding and Associates, 8437 State Ave., will hold a Community Blood Center blood drive from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 20 in the parking lot. To schedule a donation, visit www.esavealifenow.org or call 816-753-4040.

Blood drive scheduled Nov. 27
A Red Cross blood drive is scheduled from 2 to 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 27, at Dave and Buster’s, 1843 Village West Parkway, Kansas City, Kansas. For more information or to schedule a blood donation, visit www.redcrossblood.org.

Blood drive scheduled Nov. 29
A Red Cross blood drive is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 29, at Kansas City Kansas Community College, 7250 State Ave. For more information or to schedule a blood donation, visit www.redcrossblood.org.

Counseling available
The Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., offers counseling services for men and women. Individual counseling and couples counseling is available. Nothing is billed and donations are accepted. Call 913-906-8990 for information or to 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. Monday through Friday. There is no admission charge. For more information, call 913-573-5002 or visit https://www.facebook.com/wycomuseum/.

Strawberry Hill Museum
The Strawberry Hill Museum, 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kansas, is currently closed for holiday decorating. The museum will reopen Nov. 3. For more information 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/.

Community calendar

The Wyandotte Daily news is interested in news of your community event in Wyandotte County. Send information to [email protected] and include your name and phone number. Please send in planned events about a week before the event if possible. In the event of inclement weather, call to see if the event is still planned.

Renaissance Festival continues Sunday
The 41st annual Renaissance Festival will continue Sunday, Oct. 8, and will run on weekends and Columbus Day through Oct. 15. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The festival site is located at 130th and State Avenue in Bonner Springs. For more information, visit www.kcrenfest.com.

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: Puedo Vivir En Armonia, Desarrolle las erramientas para manejar sus emociones y vivir emocionalmente saludable, martes, Octubre 10, 17, 24 y 31, 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 or registration, call 913-906-8990.

Candidate forum planned Tuesday
A WyCo Candidate Forum is planned from noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, at Kansas City Kansas Community College, lower Jewell Student Center, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The event is sponsored by the Student Senate.

Leavenworth Road Association to meet Oct. 10
The Leavenworth Road Association will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, for a social hour and potluck dinner at the Eisenhower Recreation Center, 2901 N. 72nd St., Kansas City, Kansas. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. A chicken rice casserole will be provided for the potluck dinner, with members and guests bringing other dishes to share. Awards will be presented to the winners in the 2017 LRA parade. The program will include a community policing update. Any candidate attending will be allowed two minutes to present a platform.

Book club to meet Oct. 10
The Monthly Book Club will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The book for October is “The Whole Town’s Talking” by Fannie Flagg. Some books will be available for book club members; call the Keeler office at 913-906-8990 for information and registration.

Grinter Jamboree planned Oct. 10
The Grinter Jamboree is planned from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, at the Grinter barn, 1400 S. 78th St., (78th and K-32), Kansas City, Kansas. The MP-3 Band will perform. There is a $5 cover charge.

Card-making program offered Oct. 11
A program on creating cards for holidays, birthdays, thank-you notes and other occasions will be held from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Carole Thrasher is the leader of the program. Space is limited. Supplies will be furnished. Reservations are required to 913-906-8990.

‘Pretty Nails’ program offered
Appointments for a “Pretty Nails” program will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Oct. 12, 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.

Spanish program offered
Basic Spanish for Professional Volunteers is offered from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, 19 and 26 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. Mary Ellen Rodriguez will lead this program for those who are beginning or interested in increasing their Spanish speaking skills. For registration, call 913-906-8990.

Fairfax Festival to be Oct. 12
The annual Fairfax Festival has been postponed until Thursday, Oct. 12, because of rain. Originally the festival was to have been Oct. 5. Tickets were to be sold in advance, and will not be available at the door. Events will take place from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 12 at Kaw Point Park, 1401 Fairfax Trafficway, Kansas City, Kansas. For more information, see https://wyandotteonline.com/fairfax-festival-postponed-until-oct-12-because-of-weather/.

UG Commission may meet Oct. 12
The Unified Government Commission may meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, at City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. For more details see www.wycokck.org.

Lineman’s Rodeo to be Oct. 14 at Ag Hall
The International Lineman’s Rodeo will be Saturday, Oct. 14, at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. The free event begins at 7:30 a.m. For more information, visit https://www.linemansrodeokc.com/.

Turner Days to be Oct. 14-15
Turner Days will start with a parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at Turner High School, 2211 S. 55th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The parade route goes from the Turner High School north parking lot to 55th Street on Inland Drive. The event will include entertainment, food and a car show. The theme of this year’s event is “Dream Big.” For more information, visit http://turnerdays.com/.

UG to celebrate 20th anniversary of unification on Oct. 14
The Unified Government is celebrating 20 years of the unification of Kansas City, Kansas, and Wyandotte County with a “Wyonedotte” event from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at CommunityAmerica Ballpark, in Village West, Kansas City, Kansas. The event is free and open to the public, and includes food, music and games. There will be prize giveaways, with no entry fees. For more information, visit http://wycokck.org/Home/News-Slider-Data/Large-Set-One/News-Title.aspx or https://www.wyonedotte.com/.

Women’s Chamber offers scholarship fundraising event Oct. 18
“Purses with a Purpose” will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, at the Kansas City Kansas Community College Tech Center, 6565 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Sponsored by the Kansas City, Kansas, Women’s Chamber of Commerce, the event features guest speaker, Danni Baotwright, a local business owner. There will be a silent auction and purses, accessories and other items for purchase, with proceeds going toward a scholarship fund for nontraditional women students in Kansas City.

Blood drive to be held in Fairfax area
A Community Blood Center blood drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Central Solutions, 401 Funston Road, in the conference room, Kansas City, Kansas. The Fairfax Industrial Association is participating in the event. To sign up for blood donations in advance, call 1-877-468-6844 or visit www.savealifenow.org.

Counseling available
The Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., offers counseling services for men and women. Individual counseling and couples counseling is available. Nothing is billed and donations are accepted. Call 913-906-8990 for information or to schedule an appointment.

Wyandotte County Museum exhibit on the Underground Railroad continues
The Wyandotte County Museum, 631 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs, has a new exhibit on the Underground Railroad on display. “Through Darkness to Light” features photographs taken mostly at night of sites along the Underground Railroad. The exhibit runs through Oct. 10. There are companion artifacts from the pre-Civil War era here currently on display at the museum. The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. There is no admission charge. For more information, call 913-573-5002 or visit https://www.facebook.com/wycomuseum/.

Strawberry Hill Museum
The Strawberry Hill Museum, 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kansas, is currently closed for holiday decorating. The museum will reopen Nov. 3. For more information 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/.

Community calendar

The Wyandotte Daily news is interested in news of your community event in Wyandotte County. Send information to [email protected] and include your name and phone number. Please send in planned events about a week before the event if possible. In the event of inclement weather, call to see if the event is still planned.

Renaissance Festival continues Sunday
The 41st annual Renaissance Festival will continue Sunday, Oct. 1, and will run on weekends and Columbus Day through Oct. 15. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The festival site is located at 130th and State Avenue in Bonner Springs. For more information, visit www.kcrenfest.com.

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: Puedo Vivir En Armonia, Desarrolle las erramientas para manejar sus emociones y vivir emocionalmente saludable, martes, Octubre 3, 10, 17, 24 y 31, 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 or registration, call 913-906-8990.

Friends of Yates plans event Oct. 1 to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month
In recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1, Friends of Yates will hold its 3rd annual Night of Praise, “Friends Embracing Lives through Praise.” The benefit event will be held at Forest Grove Baptist Church, 1417 N. 9th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The annual event benefits the Della Gill-Joyce H. Williams Center for victims of domestic violence, a program of Friends of Yates. For more information, see https://wyandotteonline.com/friends-of-yates-to-hold-special-praise-event-during-domestic-violence-month/.

Make a Halloween costume at program
Those attending a program from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. will learn how to make a costume for themselves, a child or someone else. Materials will be provided. The program is facilitated by Heather Declue. For information or to register, call 913-906-8990.
UG committees to meet Oct. 2
The Unified Government Neighborhood and Community Development Committee will meet at 5 p.m. Oct. 2 at City Hall, fifth floor meeting room, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The Economic Development and Finance Committee meeting will follow. An agenda is online at www.wycokck.org.

Class offered on knitting and crocheting
A knitting and crocheting program will be offered from 6:30 to 8 p.m. each Tuesday, including Oct. 3, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those attending may learn to knit, crochet, quilt or chat with others in the group. For information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

NAACP to meet Oct. 3
The Kansas City, Kansas, Branch NAACP will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at the Bethany Medical building, second floor meeting room, 21 N. 12th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The executive meeting will begin at 6 p.m. followed by the general membership meeting at 7 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend. All candidates who attend will have a chance to greet NAACP members. Final plans will be made for the Oct. 20 and 21 Kansas State Conference of Branches, and the host is the Kansas City, Kansas, Branch. Other reports also will be given. For information, call 913-281-7900.

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group to meet
A Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. It is a facilitated support group for family members who have recently, or some time ago, experienced miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss. The group is facilitated by Jennifer Allen from Project Hope. For information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Blood drive scheduled Oct. 4
A Red Cross blood drive will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Oct. 4 at Donnelly College, 608 N. 18th St., Kansas City, Kansas. Those interested in donating blood may make an appointment to give blood by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

BPU expected to meet Oct. 4
The Board of Public Utilities is expected to meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, at the board offices, 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas.

Cultural Exploration Club to meet
The Cultural Exploration Club will meet and discuss Germany from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group is facilitated by Theresa Moreno. For information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Women writers to meet
A Women Writers group will meet from 1 to 2:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those attending may bring their journals, stories and poems and work with other writers to share, critique and improve. The group is facilitated by Pat Callaghan. For information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Blood drive scheduled Oct. 5
A Red Cross blood drive will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Oct. 5 at the Joe E. Amayo Argentine Community Center at 2810 Metropolitan Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those interested in donating blood may make an appointment to give blood by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).


Spanish class offered
A basic Spanish class for professional volunteers will be offered from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The class will continue Oct. 12, 19 and 26. The class will assist participants in beginning or increasing their Spanish speaking skills. The instructor will be Mary Ellen Rodriguez. For information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

UG Ethics Commission to meet Oct. 5
The Unified Government Ethics Commission will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, at the Wyandotte County Courthouse, second floor, Division 18, old county commissioners’ chambers, 710 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas.

Concert planned Oct. 5 at Bonner library
Gerald Trimble and Jamboroque will play a concert at 7 p.m. Oct. 5 at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs. The musicians will play lively modern arrangements on 300-year-old instruments, including the viola da gamba. The community and the surrounding area are invited to attend the free program. For more information, call 913-441-2665 or visit www.bonnerlibrary.org.

Stormwater meeting planned Oct. 5
A stormwater meeting is planned from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, at the Kansas City, Kansas, Police Department South Patrol station, 2100 Metropolitan Ave. Unified Government staff will answer questions about operations, education and the stormwater master plan.

Leavenworth Road Association to meet Oct. 10
The Leavenworth Road Association will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, for a social hour and potluck dinner at the Eisenhower Recreation Center, 2901 N. 72nd St., Kansas City, Kansas. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. A chicken rice casserole will be provided for the potluck dinner, with members and guests bringing other dishes to share. Awards will be presented to the winners in the 2017 LRA parade. The program will include a community policing update. Any candidate attending will be allowed two minutes to present a platform.

UG Commission may meet Oct. 12
The Unified Government Commission may meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, at City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. For more details see www.wycokck.org.

Counseling available
The Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., offers counseling services available in English and Spanish for men and women. Counseling is available Monday through Thursday, with day and evening times available. Individual counseling, couple-marriage counseling and addictions counseling is available. Call 913-906-8990 for information or to schedule an appointment.

Wyandotte County Museum exhibit on the Underground Railroad continues
The Wyandotte County Museum, 631 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs, has a new exhibit on the Underground Railroad on display. “Through Darkness to Light” features photographs taken mostly at night of sites along the Underground Railroad. The exhibit runs through Oct. 10. There are companion artifacts from the pre-Civil War era here currently on display at the museum. The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. There is no admission charge. For more information, call 913-573-5002 or visit https://www.facebook.com/wycomuseum/.

Strawberry Hill Museum
The Strawberry Hill Museum, 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kansas, is open from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The last tour of the day is at 4:15 p.m. For more information 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/.