Turner Days scheduled Oct. 11-12
Turner Days are scheduled Oct. 11-12. The event includes a parade, vendors, food, entertainment, car show and petting zoo. For more information, see https://wyandotteonline.com/turner-days-celebrates-30-years-this-weekend/.
Walk to Cure Lupus scheduled Oct. 11
The Kansas City Metro Walk to Cure Lupus is scheduled Saturday, Oct. 11, at CommunityAmerica Ballpark at The Legends area in Kansas City, Kan. Former Kansas City Chiefs player Eddie Kennison, honorary co-chair, will lead the walk. For more information, see www.lupuswalkkc.org.
Bike benefit to be Saturday, Oct. 11
Beer, Bikes and Barbecue: A Benefit for FreeWheels for Kids, will be held from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, in Kansas City, Kan. After a day of charity bike rides, touring the historic churches, there will be an evening of beer and barbecue. For more information, visit the website, freewheelsbbb.eventbrite.com.
Renaissance Festival continues on weekends
The Kansas City Renaissance Festival continues on Saturday and Sunday at the festival grounds at 628 N. 126th St. (126th and State), Bonner Springs. The festival is the re-creation of a 16th century English village. Music, food, crafts, shows and other entertainment are featured at the festival, which runs on weekends through Oct. 14. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, visit the website at www.kcrenfest.com.
‘Storytelling around the Campfire’ Oct. 11 at Grinter Place
Grinter Place state historic site will hold an evening of family friendly entertainment from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, with “Storytelling around the Campfire.” Visitors can hear Old West stories and American Indian folklore around the campfire. The Grinter house will be open for tours, with tours beginning on the hour and half hour. Roasted hot dogs and s’mores will be provided. Admission is free. Donations are welcome. Grinter Place is located at 1420 S. 78th St., Kansas City, Kan. For more information, call 913-299-0373 or visit kshs.org/grinter_place.