Democrats meet Saturday
The Wyandotte County Third Saturday Democratic Breakfast will meet at 9:15 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, at Las Islas Sports Bar and Grill, 4929 State Ave. Guest speakers will be Vicki Hiatt, Kansas Democratic Party chair; and Hank Chamberlain, Democratic National Committee member. Lauren Martin, 3rd District chair, will speak in favor of voting no on the two constitutional amendments and voting to retain all judges on the ballot. There also will be information presented about the possibility of passing medical marijuana in the next legislative session. Those attending the breakfast may start gathering at the restaurant at 8:15 a.m., with the program starting at 9:15 a.m. The cost of the breakfast is $10 per person, or $7 for students and those on a limited income. Those attending do not have to buy a breakfast to listen to the program. A sponsor will pay the cost of students attending the meeting for the first time.For more information, email [email protected].
BPU employees to compete in lineman’s rodeo Saturday
Six linemen from the Kansas City, Kansas, Board of Public Utilities will compete against hundreds of other utility workers at the annual International Lineman’s Rodeo through Oct. 15 at the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame, Bonner Springs. An annual trade show and expo will be held in Overland Park, Kansas, in conjunction with the event. The lineman’s rodeo features linemen competing in events based on traditional lineman tasks. BPU will be represented by one team and three apprentice linemen. Matt Campion, Jake Janes, Trenton Overton, Josh Cook, Garrett Gilbert and Dawson Crouss will be competing against more than 900 linemen representing more than 200 teams from private and municipal utilities. Last year’s BPU team placed fourth in the municipality division. The rodeo competition will begin at 7 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 at the Ag Hall, near 126th and State. An awards banquet will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Overland Park Convention Center. The International Lineman’s Rodeo was first held in 1984 and was created to maintain a focus on safety and safe work practices, and to recognize the technical craft skills of utility linemen. For more information, see www.linemansrodeokc.com.
Exhibit celebrates 150th anniversary of KCK at Wyandotte County Museum
The Wyandotte County Museum is featuring an exhibit celebrating the 150th anniversary of Kansas City, Kansas. On Oct 22, 1872, Kansas City, Kansas, was formally incorporated, but at that time it was far from the Kansas City, Kansas, of today. “The Original Kansas City, Kansas,” exhibit will feature a series of early maps, facts, and images from the city’s earliest years. It will provide visitors with a glimpse several important stories related the cities early development and growth. “The Original Kansas City, Kansas” exhibit will be on display at the Wyandotte County Museum from Oct. 1 until Feb. 18, 2023. The Wyandotte County Museum, 621 N. 126th St., Bonner Springs, will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. There is no charge for admission.
Candidate meet-and-greet session planned
On Saturday, Oct. 15, a meet-and-greet session with candidates is planned from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Beatrice Lee Community Center, 1310 N. 10th St., Kansas City, Kansas. This event is sponsored by Unity with Purpose and the Kansas City, Kansas, Branch of the NAACP.
Renaissance Festival continues, with ‘Haunted Huzzah’
The 45th annual Kansas City Renaissance Festival continues Saturday, Oct. 15, at the festival grounds, near 126th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. The theme of this weekend is “Haunted Huzzah.” The festival is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, and on weekends through Oct. 16. Tickets may be purchased at the box office or online at www.kcrenfest.com.
Free Halloween movies at Legends
Free Halloween movies to be shown each Saturday in October at Legends Lawn
The Legends Outlets will be showing free outdoor Halloween movies at 7 p.m. each Saturday in October at the Legends Lawn. The Lawn is located on the west side of the shopping center, 1843 Village West Parkway, which is near I-70 and I-435 in Kansas City, Kansas. On Oct. 15, the movie will be “Halloweentown.” Those attending may bring lawn chairs or a blanket.
Send information about upcoming events happening in Wyandotte County to [email protected].