In the event of inclement weather, contact the sponsoring organization to see if the event is still planned.
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].
Yoga in nature program planned
A family yoga program outdoors is planned from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Mr. and Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library, 4051 West Drive, inside Wyandotte County Lake Park at 91st and Leavenworth Road, Kansas City, Kansas. The class is for all ages and any level of experience, from beginner to advanced. If the weather is not suitable outdoors, the class will be moved indoors. Those attending should bring a yoga mat or large towel.
NAACP convention continues Saturday
The 74th annual convention of the Kansas NAACP is continuing on Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Metropolitan Baptist Temple, 853 Washington Blvd., Kansas City, Kansas. The theme is “Steadfast and Immovable.” There are workshops planned. Khyla Craine, NAACP assistant general counsel, will be the keynote speaker of the Freedom Fund Lunch and Learn at noon Saturday. For more information, call KCK NAACP President Richard Mabion at [email protected] or 913-481-9920.
XFINITY race planned this afternoon at Kansas Speedway
The NASCAR XFINITY Series, Kansas Lottery 300, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kansas. Fans are asked to arrive early to go through screening. For more information, including ticket information, visit www.kansasspeedway.com.
Dracula comedy continues tonight
“Dracula, the Final Countdown,” a comedy by Geoff Bamber, continues tonight at the Alcott Arts Center, 180 S. 18th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The retelling of the old Dracula story will include twists that give a different turn to the story. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $6 for students. Funds raised will go toward paying the bills at the Alcott Center. The art galleries at the Alcott Center also will be open. The building is not ADA accessible. For more information, see https://www.alcottartscenter.org/ or https://www.facebook.com/alcott.arts.center/.