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In the event of inclement weather, contact the sponsoring organization to see if the event is still being held.

Growth group offered for women
 Affirmations and Living Free Growth Group for Women will meet from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, March 4, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group helps women change the way they think about themselves and their lives. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Program offered on raising safe kids
 The “ACT Raising Safe Kids” program will be presented from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Monday, March 4, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Heather Neds is the presenter. The program on March 4 will be “Discipline and Parenting Styles.” For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

UG Committee scheduled to meet March 4
 The Unified Government Neighborhood and Community Development Committee is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. Monday, March 4, at the fifth floor conference room, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St. On the agenda are amendments to the administrative penalty process for code enforcement and increasing the range of penalties. An agenda is posted at www.wycokck.org.

Free tax preparation offered
 AARP will provide free tax preparation services from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs, Kansas. The program continues every Tuesday from Tuesday, March 5, through Tuesday, April 9. Volunteer tax preparers will be at the Bonner Springs Library from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This location will be a walk-in site and people do not have to sign up in advance. There is a list of what items you should bring, available at the library’s checkout desk. There are guidelines on what kinds of returns they can help with, and check with the library in advance for details. For more information, visit https://bonnerlibrary.org/aarp-tax-assistance/.

Programs offered for Spanish-speaking women
 Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, offers programs for Spanish-speaking women: Grupo de mujeres: con lideres Ana Maria Sauer, Los Martes, 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, 11:30-1 p.m. La Hora Financiera, con lider Brenda Mortell, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Jueves 7 de Marzo. Retiro Espiritual De Cuaresma, Viernes, Marzo 8, 9:30-12, No niños por respeto a la santidad del programa. El centro de mujeres, Keeler ofrece consejeria espiritual a mujeres y hombres en espanol y ingles. Gratis. Se aceptan donaciones. Llame al 913-906-8990 para hacer su cita o para mas informacion. For more information and registration, call 913-906-8990.

Program offered on healthy relationships
 “Healthy Relationships: Domestic Violence Education and Support” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 5, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group is facilitated by Jaime Peterson. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Exercise program offered for older adults
 Stay Strong, Stay Healthy – 11 a.m. to noon starting March 5 for Level 1, and 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. starting March 5 for Level 2 at the K-State Extension office, 1216 N. 79th St., Kansas City, Kansas. This is an exercise program for older adults and it targets strength, balance and flexibility. For more information about the classes, call 913-299-9300 or email [email protected].

Caregivers support group to meet
 A caregivers support group for men and women will meet from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group is facilitated by Jackie Tigges, LSCSW. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Parenting support group to meet
 A parenting support group will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The education and support group is presented by Marqueia Watson, MSW. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Knitting and crocheting group to meet
 A knitting and crocheting group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those attending may learn a new skill or work on a current project. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Women’s self-defense class offered
 A women’s self-defense class will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 6, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Kansas City Shizoku Karate Do will present techniques to defend oneself and others. The class is facilitated by Sidney Thompson. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Dining with Diabetes program offered
 Dining with Diabetes – 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. every Wednesday for four weeks, starting March 6 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. For more information about the classes, call 913-299-9300 or email [email protected].

BPU to meet March 6
 The Board of Public Utilities will meet in a special session at 4:50 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, at the BPU offices, board room, first floor, 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. It will be a closed executive session on personnel and the general manager search. After convening in the board room, the board will recess to the fourth floor video conference room and then reconvene in the board room, either to take action or adjourn the special session.
The BPU also will have a regular meeting at 6 p.m. March 6 at the board offices, 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. On the agenda are a visitors’ time, pre-audit report, customer survey results, preliminary January financial report, board comments, general manager comments and an executive session.
The BPU also will have a Finance Committee meeting from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. on March 6 in the board room in the administration building, 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas.

KC Auto Show to be March 6-10
 The Kansas City Auto Show will be held Wednesday, March 6, through Sunday, March 10, at Bartle Hall, Kansas City, Missouri. Hours will be 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. March 6, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. March 7-9, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 10. Tickets cost $12 for adults and $6 for ages 8 to 12. For more information, visit http://kcautoshow.com/.

Academic symposium March 7 to consider medical marijuana
 “Marijuana: From Reefer Madness to Medical Acceptance” is from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 7 in Upper Jewell on the KCKCC main campus, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The symposium, which is presented by the KCKCC Center for Teaching Excellence, will be led by Linda Warner, LCPC, director of counseling and advocacy at KCKCC and Jackson Warner, Pharm.D. It is free and open to the public. For more information about this academic symposium or others, contact KCKCC’s Center for Teaching Excellence at 913-288-7121.

Master Gardeners to meet March 7
 The Wyandotte County Extension Master Gardeners will meet for a program from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Sunflower Room, Wyandotte County Extension Office, 1216 N. 79th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The topic will be “What’s New in Annuals, Perennials and Vegetables,” presented by Megan Glavin from Suburban Lawn and Garden. The fee for the program will be $5, which will be waived for currently certified Extension Master Gardeners. For more information, call 913-299-9300.

Women Writers Group to meet
 The Women Writers Group will meet from 1 to 2:15 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group’s purpose is to develop the writer within, learn new approaches to writing and share writings. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Program on acupuncture offered
 “Acupuncture: How It Works, Uses, Benefits and Treatments” will be presented from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program will be presented by June Van Buskirk. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

UG Commission meeting, budget hearing planned March 7
 The Unified Government Commission is planning to meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Commission Chambers, lobby level, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. An agenda may be posted at www.wycokck.org. This meeting will include a public hearing on the UG budget. The public may make comments on budget priorities and initiatives for the UG’s budget. The public also may comment on the Community Development budget.

Winter Speaker Series continues March 9 at Grinter Place

The last Winter Speaker Series will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 9, at Grinter House, 1420 S. 78th, Kansas City, Kansas. Leona Sigwing will portray Annie Grinter and tell about the history of the Grinter House at this program. Also, Louise Crable will talk about prairie plants and their medical uses. The program is free and open to the public. Doughnuts, coffee and juice will be served. After the program, Grinter House will be open for tours. Admission for tours is $6 for adults and $3 for children.For more information, visit www.facebook.com/events/2275195965864215/.

Book club to meet
 The Book Club at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, to discuss “The Faith Club” by R. Idliby, S. Oliver and P. Warner. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Grinter Jamboree to be March 12
 The Grinter Place Jamboree will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, at Grinter Barn, 1400 S. 78th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The MP3 Band will perform in a tribute to Patsy Cline. The snack bar opens at 5:30 p.m. The admission charge is $6.

Leavenworth Road Association to meet March 12
 The Leavenworth Road Association will meet at 6 p.m. March 12 at the Eisenhower Recreation Center, 2901 N. 72nd St., Kansas City, Kansas. After the potluck dinner and social hour at 6 p.m., the meeting will begin at 7 p.m. with guest speaker, Wyandotte County District Attorney Mark Dupree. The dinner menu includes meatball sub bake casserole, with those attending bringing covered dishes to share. For more information, call 913-788-3988.

Create greeting cards at program March 13
 “Beautiful Cards” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 13, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Participants will create personalized cards. Supplies will be provided.

‘Pretty Nails’ program offered
 Appointments for a “Pretty Nails” program will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, March 14, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those interested must call 913-906-8990 to schedule an appointment.

Opening day at lake scheduled for March 16
 Opening day of fishing season at Wyandotte County Lake is scheduled for Saturday, March 16, weather permitting. In conjunction with the lake opening, the Leavenworth Road Association will sponsor a biscuits and sausage gravy breakfast from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. March 16 at the marina at Wyandotte County Lake.. The cost of the breakfast will be $10 for adults and a smaller portion at half-price for children 12 and younger. Breakfast includes two biscuits, sausage gravy, two sausage patties, coffee, milk or orange juice. The breakfast is a fundraiser for the Leavenworth Road Association.
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KCK school board to meet
The Kansas City, Kansas, Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, at the Central Office, 2010 N. 59th St., Kansas City, Kansas. An agenda may be posted at www.kckps.org.

Two legislative coffees set for Saturday, March 30
 The League of Women Voters, the Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library and the Bonner Springs City Library will hold legislative coffees on Saturday, March 30. One coffee will begin at 10:30 a.m. March 30 at the Main Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library, 625 Minnesota Ave. A second coffee will be held at 1:30 p.m. March 30 at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton, Bonner Springs. Legislators who are planning to attend the coffee at the KCK library include Sen. David Haley, D-4th Dist., Sen. Kevin Braun, R-5th Dist., Rep. Pam Curtis, D-32nd Dist., Rep. Valdenia Winn, D-34th Dist., Rep. Kathy Wolfe Moore, D-36th Dist., and Rep. Stan Frownfelter, D-37th Dist. Legislators who plan to attend the coffee at Bonner Springs City Library on March 30 include Sen. Pat Pettey, D-6th Dist., Sen. Kevin Braun, R-5th Dist., and Rep. Tom Burroughs, D-33rd Dist. The legislative coffees are open to the public.

Former mayor to speak at Women’s Chamber meeting
 Former Mayor Joe Reardon is scheduled to be the guest speaker at 11:30 a.m. April 3 of the Kansas City, Kansas, Women’s Chamber of Commerce. Reardon, who is the CEO of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, plans to speak about the importance of pre-kindergarten education and how it is a long-term workforce issue. The luncheon meeting, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., will be held at Kansas City Kansas Community College, upper Jewell Center, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The cost of the luncheon will be $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers. Reservations may be made to https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eg49k31pa05cf5b9&oseq=&c=&ch=. For more information, visit http://kckwomenschamber.org/events/ or email [email protected].

WyCo Ethnic Festival to be April 13
 The WyCo Ethnic Festival will be Saturday, April 13, at the Kansas City Kansas Community College field house, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Hours of the event are 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Music, dance and educational booths are planned at the festival. The festival promotes better understanding among people of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. There is no admission charge to the festival, and it is open to the public. Ethnic foods will be available for purchase. For more information, visit www.freewebs.com/wycoethnicfestival.


Counseling offered
 Keeler Women’s Center, offers individual and couples counseling and individual spiritual direction to women and men —available in English and Spanish. Nothing is billed. Donations are accepted. Call 913-906-8990 for information.


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, Kansas, 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, Kansas. For more information about the museum, call 816-820-3615 or visit https://www.facebook.com/ccoqmuseum/.

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In the event of inclement weather, contact the sponsoring organization to see if the event is still being held.

Black Men and Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony to be Sunday, Feb. 25

In honor of Black History Month, Friends of Yates, Inc., has invited the community to celebrate the accomplishments of African American community leaders. The 38th Annual Black Men and Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony will be held at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018, at Friends of Yates 1418 Garfield Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. It is because of the groundbreaking accomplishments of African American leaders and pioneers of the past, determined to see positive change, that African American leaders and pioneers of today continue to break barriers, reach new heights and accomplish many things that were once considered impossible, a spokesman said. This event is free and open to the community. For more information, see https://wyandotteonline.com/friends-of-yates-inc-to-hold-its-38th-annual-black-men-and-women-of-distinction-award-ceremony-on-feb-25/.

Painting class offered
“Painting Winter Scenes” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 25, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program will be led by Mary Donovan. Call 913-906-8990 to register or for information.

Growth group offered for women
Affirmations and Living Free Growth Group for Women will meet from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group helps women change the way they think about themselves and their lives. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Program offered on raising safe kids
The “ACT Raising Safe Kids” program will be presented from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Heather Neds is the presenter. The program on Feb. 25 will be “Children and Electronic Media.” For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

UG committees to meet Feb. 25
The Unified Government Public Works and Safety Committee will meet at 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, at the fifth-floor meeting room, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The meeting will be followed by the Administration and Human Services Committee.

Free tax preparation offered
Beginning in February, AARP will provide free tax preparation services from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs, Kansas. The program continues every Tuesday from Tuesday, Feb. 26, through Tuesday, April 9. Volunteer tax preparers will be at the Bonner Springs Library from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This location will be a walk-in site and people do not have to sign up in advance. There is a list of what items you should bring, available at the library’s checkout desk. There are guidelines on what kinds of returns they can help with, and check with the library in advance for details. For more information, visit https://bonnerlibrary.org/aarp-tax-assistance/.

Program offered on healthy relationships
“Healthy Relationships: Domestic Violence Education and Support” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group is facilitated by Jaime Peterson. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Programs offered for Spanish-speaking women
Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, offers programs for Spanish-speaking women: Grupo de mujeres: con lideres Ana Maria Sauer, Los Martes, 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, 11:30-1 p.m. Nutricion presented by Teresa Moreno, Jueves, 21 de Febrero, 10-11:30 a.m. Este programa le enseñara como cocinar comida deliciosa y nutritive de varias culturas. Camino A Casa, Reese Nichols, Jueves, 28 de Febrero, 1:30 – 2:30. Retiro Espiritual De Cuaresma, Viernes, Marzo 8, 9:30-12, No niños por respeto a la santidad del programa. El centro de mujeres, Keeler ofrece consejeria espiritual a mujeres y hombres en espanol y ingles. Gratis. Se aceptan donaciones. Llame al 913-906-8990 para hacer su cita o para mas informacion. 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, Feb. 26, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The education and support group is presented by Marqueia Watson, MSW. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Knitting and crocheting group to meet
A knitting and crocheting group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those attending may learn a new skill or work on a current project. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Program on nutrition to be Feb. 26
A program, “Include More Vegetables in Your Diet,” will be offered from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program will be presented by Pat Callaghan. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

KCK school board scheduled to meet Feb. 26
The Kansas City, Kansas, Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Central Office, 2010 N. 59th Street, Kansas City, Kansas. For an agenda, see www.kckps.org.

‘Pretty Nails’ program offered
Appointments for a “Pretty Nails” program will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Feb. 28, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those interested must call 913-906-8990 to schedule an appointment.

Fairfax Industrial Association to meet
The Fairfax Industrial Association will hold a festival kickoff happy hour from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, at Capital Electric, 2801 Fairfax Trafficway, Kansas City, Kansas. Reservations are required. For more information, visit https://fiakck.org/event/fairfax-festival-kick-off-happy-hour/?instance_id=164.

UG Commission to meet Feb. 28
The Unified Government Commission is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, in the Commission Chambers, lobby level, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. An agenda may be posted at www.wycokck.org.

Opening day at lake postponed
The opening day at Wyandotte County Lake, originally scheduled for Saturday, March 2, has been postponed until March 16, weather permitting, because of ice on the lake. In conjunction with the lake opening, the Leavenworth Road Association will sponsor a biscuits and sausage gravy breakfast from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. March 16 at the marina at Wyandotte County Lake.. The cost of the breakfast will be $10 for adults and a smaller portion at half-price for children 12 and younger. Breakfast includes two biscuits, sausage gravy, two sausage patties, coffee, milk or orange juice. The breakfast is a fundraiser for the Leavenworth Road Association.

Exercise program offered for older adults
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy – 11 a.m. to noon starting March 5 for Level 1, and 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. starting March 5 for Level 2 at the K-State Extension office, 1216 N. 79th St., Kansas City, Kansas. This is an exercise program for older adults and it targets strength, balance and flexibility. For more information about the classes, call 913-299-9300 or email [email protected].

Caregivers support group to meet
A caregivers support group for men and women will meet from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group is facilitated by Jackie Tigges, LSCSW. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Dining with Diabetes program offered
Dining with Diabetes – 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. every Wednesday for four weeks, starting March 6 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. For more information about the classes, call 913-299-9300 or email [email protected].

Master Gardeners to meet March 7
The Wyandotte County Extension Master Gardeners will meet for a program from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Sunflower Room, Wyandotte County Extension Office, 1216 N. 79th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The topic will be “What’s New in Annuals, Perennials and Vegetables,” presented by Megan Glavin from Suburban Lawn and Garden. The fee for the program will be $5, which will be waived for currently certified Extension Master Gardeners. For more information, call 913-299-9300.

Women Writers Group to meet
The Women Writers Group will meet from 1 to 2:15 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group’s purpose is to develop the writer within, learn new approaches to writing and share writings. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Program on acupuncture offered
“Acupuncture: How It Works, Uses, Benefits and Treatments” will be presented from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program will be presented by June Van Buskirk. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Two legislative coffees set for Saturday, March 30
The League of Women Voters, the Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library and the Bonner Springs City Library will hold legislative coffees on Saturday, March 30. One coffee will begin at 10:30 a.m. March 30 at the Main Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library, 625 Minnesota Ave. A second coffee will be held at 1:30 p.m. March 30 at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton, Bonner Springs. Legislators who are planning to attend the coffee at the KCK library include Sen. David Haley, D-4th Dist., Sen. Kevin Braun, R-5th Dist., Rep. Pam Curtis, D-32nd Dist., Rep. Valdenia Winn, D-34th Dist., Rep. Kathy Wolfe Moore, D-36th Dist., and Rep. Stan Frownfelter, D-37th Dist. Legislators who plan to attend the coffee at Bonner Springs City Library on March 30 include Sen. Pat Pettey, D-6th Dist., Sen. Kevin Braun, R-5th Dist., and Rep. Tom Burroughs, D-33rd Dist. The legislative coffees are open to the public.

WyCo Ethnic Festival to be April 13
The WyCo Ethnic Festival will be Saturday, April 13, at the Kansas City Kansas Community College field house, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Hours of the event are 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Music, dance and educational booths are planned at the festival. The festival promotes better understanding among people of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. There is no admission charge to the festival, and it is open to the public. Ethnic foods will be available for purchase. For more information, visit www.freewebs.com/wycoethnicfestival.

Counseling offered
Keeler Women’s Center, offers individual and couples counseling and individual spiritual direction to women and men —available in English and Spanish. Nothing is billed. Donations are accepted. Call 913-906-8990 for information.

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, Kansas, 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, Kansas. For more information about the museum, call 816-820-3615 or visit https://www.facebook.com/ccoqmuseum/.

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In the event of inclement weather, contact the sponsoring organization to see if the event is still being held.


Painting class offered
“Painting Winter Scenes” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 18 and 25 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program will be led by Mary Donovan. Call 913-906-8990 to register or for information.

Growth group offered for women
Affirmations and Living Free Growth Group for Women will meet from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group helps women change the way they think about themselves and their lives. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Program offered on raising safe kids
The “ACT Raising Safe Kids” program will be presented from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Heather Neds is the presenter. The program on Feb. 18 will be “Understanding and Helping Angry Children.” For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Free tax preparation offered
Beginning in February, AARP will provide free tax preparation services from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs, Kansas. The program continues every Tuesday from Tuesday, Feb. 19, through Tuesday, April 9. Volunteer tax preparers will be at the Bonner Springs Library from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This location will be a walk-in site and people do not have to sign up in advance. There is a list of what items you should bring, available at the library’s checkout desk. There are guidelines on what kinds of returns they can help with, and check with the library in advance for details. For more information, visit https://bonnerlibrary.org/aarp-tax-assistance/.

Program offered on healthy relationships
“Healthy Relationships: Domestic Violence Education and Support” will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group is facilitated by Jaime Peterson. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Programs offered for Spanish-speaking women
Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, offers programs for Spanish-speaking women: Grupo de mujeres: con lideres Ana Maria Sauer, Los Martes, 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, 11:30-1 p.m. Nutricion presented by Teresa Moreno, Jueves, 21 de Febrero, 10-11:30 a.m. Este programa le enseñara como cocinar comida deliciosa y nutritive de varias culturas. Camino A Casa, Reese Nichols, Jueves, 28 de Febrero, 1:30 – 2:30. El centro de mujeres, Keeler ofrece consejeria espiritual a mujeres y hombres en espanol y ingles. Gratis. Se aceptan donaciones. Llame al 913-906-8990 para hacer su cita o para mas informacion. For more information and registration, call 913-906-8990.

Caregivers support group to meet
A caregivers support group for men and women will meet from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The group is facilitated by Jackie Tigges, LSCSW. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Parenting support group to meet
A parenting support group will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb.19, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The education and support group is presented by Marqueia Watson, MSW. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

Knitting and crocheting group to meet
A knitting and crocheting group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those attending may learn a new skill or work on a current project. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

BPU to meet Feb. 20
The Board of Public Utilities will meet for a work session at 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 20, at the BPU offices, 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. On the agenda are a board update, general manager update and Quindaro plant operation status. The regular session will be at 6 p.m. Feb. 20 at 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. On the agenda will be a visitors’ time, waiving of fees, report on a day at the capital, preliminary December financial report, board comments, general manager comments and executive session.

UG to hold public meetings on new downtown grocery store
The Unified Government will hold meetings allowing the public to give their opinions on the new downtown grocery store on Thursday, Feb. 21. Two meetings are scheduled on Thursday, Feb. 21, from noon to 1:30 p.m. and from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall, 600 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas.

Blood drive planned Feb. 19
Bishop Ward High School is planning a Community Blood Center blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the school gym, 708 N. 18th St., Kansas City, Kansas. To schedule a donation or for more information, visit www.esavealifenow.org or call 816-753-4040.

Municipal Judge Nominating Committee to meet Feb. 19
The Municipal Judge Nominating Committee, a Unified Government subcommittee, will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, to discuss municipal court judge nominations. The meeting will be in the fifth-floor conference room, Suite 515, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas.

KCK school board to meet Feb. 23
The Kansas City, Kansas, Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, for a special meeting at the Central Office, 2010 N. 59th Street, Kansas City, Kansas. For an agenda, see www.kckps.org.

UG committees to meet Feb. 25
The Unified Government Public Works and Safety Committee will meet at 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, at the fifth-floor meeting room, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The meeting will be followed by the Administration and Human Services Committee.

Program on nutrition to be Feb. 26
A program, “Include More Vegetables in Your Diet,” will be offered from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The program will be presented by Pat Callaghan. For more information or to register, call 913-906-8990.

KCK school board to meet Feb. 26
The Kansas City, Kansas, Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Central Office, 2010 N. 59th Street, Kansas City, Kansas. For an agenda, see www.kckps.org.

‘Pretty Nails’ program offered
Appointments for a “Pretty Nails” program will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Feb. 28, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Those interested must call 913-906-8990 to schedule an appointment.

Fairfax Industrial Association to meet
The Fairfax Industrial Association will hold a festival kickoff happy hour from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, at Capital Electric, 2801 Fairfax Trafficway, Kansas City, Kansas. Reservations are required. For more information, visit https://fiakck.org/event/fairfax-festival-kick-off-happy-hour/?instance_id=164.

UG Commission to meet Feb. 28
The Unified Government Commission is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, in the Commission Chambers, lobby level, City Hall, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. An agenda may be posted at www.wycokck.org.

Opening day at lake to be March 2
The opening day at Wyandotte County Lake is scheduled for Saturday, March 2. In conjunction with the lake opening, the Leavenworth Road Association will sponsor a biscuits and sausage gravy breakfast from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. March 2 at the Davis Hall. The cost of the breakfast will be $10 for adults and a smaller portion at half-price for children 12 and younger. Breakfast includes two biscuits, sausage gravy, two sausage patties, coffee, milk or orange juice. The breakfast is a fundraiser for the Leavenworth Road Association.

Exercise program offered for older adults
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy – 11 a.m. to noon starting March 5 for Level 1, and 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. starting March 5 for Level 2 at the K-State Extension office, 1216 N. 79th St., Kansas City, Kansas. This is an exercise program for older adults and it targets strength, balance and flexibility. For more information about the classes, call 913-299-9300 or email [email protected].

Dining with Diabetes program offered
Dining with Diabetes – 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. every Wednesday for four weeks, starting March 6 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. For more information about the classes, call 913-299-9300 or email [email protected].

Two legislative coffees set for Saturday, March 30
The League of Women Voters, the Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library and the Bonner Springs City Library will hold legislative coffees on Saturday, March 30. One coffee will begin at 10:30 a.m. March 30 at the Main Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library, 625 Minnesota Ave. A second coffee will be held at 1:30 p.m. March 30 at the Bonner Springs City Library, 201 N. Nettleton, Bonner Springs. Legislators who are planning to attend the coffee at the KCK library include Sen. David Haley, D-4th Dist., Sen. Kevin Braun, R-5th Dist., Rep. Pam Curtis, D-32nd Dist., Rep. Valdenia Winn, D-34th Dist., Rep. Kathy Wolfe Moore, D-36th Dist., and Rep. Stan Frownfelter, D-37th Dist. Legislators who plan to attend the coffee at Bonner Springs City Library on March 30 include Sen. Pat Pettey, D-6th Dist., Sen. Kevin Braun, R-5th Dist., and Rep. Tom Burroughs, D-33rd Dist. The legislative coffees are open to the public.

WyCo Ethnic Festival to be April 13
The WyCo Ethnic Festival will be Saturday, April 13, at the Kansas City Kansas Community College field house, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Hours of the event are 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Music, dance and educational booths are planned at the festival. The festival promotes better understanding among people of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. There is no admission charge to the festival, and it is open to the public. Ethnic foods will be available for purchase. For more information, visit www.freewebs.com/wycoethnicfestival.

Counseling offered
Keeler Women’s Center, offers individual and couples counseling and individual spiritual direction to women and men —available in English and Spanish. Nothing is billed. Donations are accepted. Call 913-906-8990 for information.

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.