Two races today at Kansas Speedway
Two races, an ARCA race and a NASCAR Camping World truck race, are planned today at the Kansas Speedway. The Dutch Boy 150, ARCA Menards series race, will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Kansas Speedway, 400 Speedway Blvd., Kansas City, Kansas. The Heart of America 200, Camping World truck series, will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday. A fireworks show will follow the Heart of America race. The NASCAR Cup Series race will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday. For ticket information, visit www.kansasspeedway.com.
Rosedale anniversary exhibit at Wyandotte County Museum
The Wyandotte County Museum, 631 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs, is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Currently on exhibit through May 31 is “Rosedale: 150th Anniversary.” For more information, visit www.wycokck.org/Departments/Wyandotte-County-Historical-Museum.
Strawberry Hill Museum plans tours
The Strawberry Hill Museum, 720 N. 4th St., Kansas City, Kansas, is open from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 14. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 6-12. Tickets are available online, and tours should be scheduled in advance. For information, visit https://strawberryhillmuseum.org/plan-a-visit/.
Alcott Arts Center plans reading by Kansas poet laureate
The Alcott Arts Center, 180 S. 18th St., Kansas City, Kansas, plans a reading by Kansas poet laureate Huscar Medina from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 14. Also invited to the performance will be several students from local schools, who will read some of their spoken word pieces. After the performance will be an open mic time. A reception will follow the main performances. The Alcott Arts Center is not ADA accessible. See more at www.alcottartscenter.org.
Monarchs baseball game scheduled Saturday evening
The Kansas City Monarchs will play the Sioux City Explorers at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at Legends Field, 1800 Village West Parkway, Kansas City, Kansas. Gates open two hours before the starting time. “Boots and Dukes” is the theme of Saturday night’s game, and attractions will include live country music, a mechanical bull and post-game fireworks. Those attending may dress up in country attire. For ticket information, see https://monarchsbaseball.com/.
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