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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 Maria Elena Rodriguez y Ana Maria Sauer, Los Martes, 1, 8, 15 de noviembre, 10-11 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. Reservations are required to 913-906-8990.
Trick or treat at Alcott Arts Center
Trick or treat at the Alcott Arts Center, 180 S. 18th St., Kansas City, Kan., from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31. The theme of the event this year is “American Horror Story Side Show Freaks.” Volunteers are needed to dress in costume and give out candy to children. Donations of candy also were needed. There will be face-painting and caricature posters at the event. There is no admission charge. For more information call 913-233-2787 or visit www.alcottartscenter.org.
Safe Halloween event planned
A safe Halloween event for children is planned from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Eisenhower Recreation Center, 2901 N. 72nd St., Kansas City, Kan. The event is sponsored by the Wyandotte County Parks Department and Leavenworth Road Association. Planned are treats, games, free hot dogs and activities. Candy will be given to children.
Program on diabetes offered
A program on diabetes will be presented from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. A doctor from Mercy and Truth will share information on helping lead a healthier life. Advance registration is required to 913-906-8990.
BPU to hold energy efficiency workshop Nov. 1
The Board of Public Utilities will hold a free Energy Efficiency Workshop on Tuesday, Nov. 1. The event will demonstrate easy and effective weatherization and energy efficiency strategies to help consumers save electricity, water and money in their homes. The workshop will be held at the West Wyandotte Public Library, 1737 N.82nd St., Kansas City, Kan. Two sessions will be available, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. and from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Seating is limited. To register for the afternoon or evening session, contact David Allen at 913-573-9922 or [email protected] by Friday, Oct. 28.
Meeting planned on restoring Bonner historical preservation group
A meeting to consider restoring the Bonner Springs Historical Preservation Society will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at the Bonner Springs Library, 201 N. Nettleton. The society has not been active in about a decade, with its main activity then working on getting the old Bonner Springs High School 1918 building listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002. Since January 2016, the Bonner Springs Library has held a Saturday morning coffee by the fireplace to discuss local history. Several board members from the Historical Preservation Society are active in that group, and the plan to bring back the society came out of these discussions.
Program to discuss ways to resolve anxiety and depression
“Coaching to Overcome Anxiety and Depression” will be offered from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on seven Tuesdays beginning Nov. 1 through Dec. 13 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The facilitator is Donna Constantineau. Advance registration is required to 913-906-8990.
Infant loss group to meet
A pregnancy and infant loss support group will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 1 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. The facilitated support group is for family members who have recently, or some time ago, experienced miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss. Advance registration is required to 913-906-8990.
Support group to address managing holiday grief
“Managing Grief During the Holidays” will be offered from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on five Wednesdays, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30 and Dec. 7, at Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. A certified grief counselor will facilitate the series. The support group is for men and women. Advance registration is required to 913-906-8990.
BPU to meet Nov. 2
The Board of Public Utilities will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at the BPU offices, 540 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kan. On the agenda for the Nov. 2 meeting are the AMWA platinum award presentation, third quarter financial report, board comments, general manager comments and a closed executive session. The executive session will discuss a confidential matter that could be a personnel, legal or property matter.
There will be a BPU work session at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 2.
On the BPU work session agenda are a board update and general manager update; UG Commissioner Mike Kane’s comments; Kansas Open Meetings Act presentation by Ken Moore, UG attorney; a revenue forecast, and customer service policies. Both meetings are open to the public.
Chamber plans showcase event Nov. 2
The Kansas City, Kan., Area Chamber of Commerce plans the Best of KCK and Wyandotte County from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 2 at Children’s Mercy Park, Kansas City, Kan. The event will showcase diverse, collaborative and vibrant businesses. Individual tickets are $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers, and are $20 on the day of the event. For information, contact [email protected].
Support group offered on managing grief during holidays
A support group is offered from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays for managing grief during the holidays. A certified grief counselor will lead the group. It will meet Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30 and Dec. 7 at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. Reservations are required to 913-906-8990.
Women writers to meet
A women writers group will meet from 1 to 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 3, at the Keeler Women’s Center, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan. Those attending may bring their journal, stories, poems and work with other writers to share, critique, improve and enjoy writing. Reservations are required to 913-906-8990.
Community Conversation on Racism planned
A Community Conversation on Racism is scheduled at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, at the First Christian Church, 148 N. Nettleton Ave., Bonner Springs. This is the third forum on the topic, the first was at the church and the second was at the library. The format of the upcoming forum will be small group discussions.
UG Commission scheduled to meet
The Unified Government Commission is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, at the Commission Chambers, City Hall, lobby level, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kan.
Veterans Day Commemoration to be Nov. 5
The annual Veterans Day Commemoration will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Salvation Army Harbor Light Village, 6723 State Ave., Kansas City, Kan. It is free and open to the public. The event is sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6401 of Wyandotte County. Jerry Jarrett, Bonner Springs, a Vietnam War veteran, will be the guest speaker, Jarrett is a Silver Star recipient. The Washington High School Air Force Junior ROTC, the Piper High School Music in Motion and the Salvation Army Music Ensemble will appear. A brunch and commemorative displays are part of the program. This year, on the 25th anniversary of Desert Storm, there will be a special recognition of Desert Storm veterans. It is also the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, and the 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor, and there will be a special recognition of World War II and Vietnam War veterans.
Library plans Day of the Dead program
The West Wyandotte Library, 1737 N. 82nd St., plans a Day of the Dead program at noon Saturday, Nov. 5. Those attending will learn about the holiday, explore altars, decorate sugar skulls, have their face painting and do a craft. There will be live music and pan de muerto.
Friends of Grinter plan chili supper Nov. 5
The Friends of Grinter annual fundraiser chili supper will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. The event will be held at the Grinter Barn, 1400 S. 78th, Kansas City, Kan. All-you-can-eat chili will be $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12, and will include hot dogs, drink and dessert. There also will be a silent auction with many gift items. The Grinter House will be open for tours from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Author describes memories of Pearl Harbor
Author Dorinda Nicholson will speak at a program at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, at the Main Kansas City, Kan., Public Library, 625 Minnesota Ave. She will discuss her memories of being a small child living on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.
Free Resource Fair offered at Bonner library
A free Resource Fair is offered at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at the Bonner Springs Library, 201 N. Nettleton, Bonner Springs. It is sponsored by the Western Wyandotte Citizens Advisory Council. Information will be provided on topics such as food assistance, mental health services assistance, utility assistance, emergency services assistance, nutrition assistance, shelters, safe homes and domestic violence assistance, and veterans assistance. At least 14 organizations will have a table.
UG Commission scheduled to meet
The Unified Government Commission is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, at the Commission Chambers, City Hall, lobby level, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kan.
Mayor’s Downtown Holiday Lighting Festival to be Nov. 18
The 12t annual Mayor’s Downtown Holiday Lighting Festival will be from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18, in the City Hall plaza, 701 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kan. The event starts at 4 p.m. at the first floor of City Hall. Santa and Mrs. Claus will attend, musical groups will perform, holiday characters will be present, and a tree decorating contest will be held in conjunction with the mayor’s tree lighting, planning for 7 p.m.
Dialogue continues on reducing community violence
A dialogue on reducing community violence will take place at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, at Sumner Academy, 1610 N. 8th St., Kansas City, Kan. It is sponsored by the Mayor’s Clergy Roundtable. Those who attend will be in groups of 10 to 15 people with a facilitator assigned to lead the dialogue. Police officers will join in the small group discussions. Another dialogue is scheduled at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13, at the Patricia Diane Kane Community Center, 3130 N. 122nd St., Kansas City, Kan.
Canteen dance and concert planned
A 1940s canteen dance and concert is planned to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor at 7 p.m. Dec. 3 at the West Wyandotte Library, 1737 N. 82nd St., Kansas City, Kan. The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra will perform. Those attending may wear 1940s attire if they choose. For more information, visit www.kckpl.org.
Counseling offered
Keeler Women’s Center, a ministry of the Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica, 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kan., offers individual and couples counseling to women and men who might otherwise not be able to afford counseling. Nothing is billed. Donations are accepted. Call 913-906-8990 for information or to do an intake and schedule an appointment.
Wyandotte County Museum
The Wyandotte County Museum, 631 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs, is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays. It is closed on Sundays and holidays. For more information visit the website www.facebook.com/wycomuseum or call 913-573-5002.
Strawberry Hill Museum
The Strawberry Hill Museum at 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kan., is open on the weekends from noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Admission is $7 for adults and $3 for children 6-12. For information, call 913-371-3264 or visit http://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. Admission is $3 for adults, $1 for students; and children 5 and younger free. It is closed on state holidays. 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/oldquindaromuseum/.