Crown Center Holiday Celebration Ringing
Crown Center’s holiday season starts in earnest today with the lighting of the Mayor’s Christmas Tree and Santa’s arrival, although his sojourn at the Shops will be a uniquely 2020 experience. This year, it’s Claus vs. Covid and to protect both the jolly fat man and his young fans, Santa will be wearing a mask,…
Art House Extra | The Gift of ‘My Sweet Holiday’
Art House discusses “My Sweet Holiday,” a romantic movie made in Kansas City that is scheduled to premiere Christmas Day on the Lifetime Channel.
KC Performs | A Jazzy Romp Through ‘Union Station’
The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra plays “Union Station” on KC Performs.
Alone Together: How We Are Grieving the Loss of This Thanksgiving
How one family is grieving the loss of a traditional Thanksgiving during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This St. Louis Artist Found Connection in a Time of Disconnection
Câmi Thomas didn’t expect to find connection or inspiration during a pandemic, but her latest work is a result of community support and honest conversations.
Weekend Possibilities | Sea of Lights, The Mercury Room and Board Game Brunch
A long list of virtual, scheduled entry and football related events mark Thanksgiving weekend in and around Kansas City.
Downtown Council Drops Homeless Camp Idea, Welcomes Donations to Community Center
By Kevin Collison The Downtown Council’s efforts to help the homeless population got some good news this Thanksgiving week, tempering the collapse of its proposal to establish a temporary camp for emergency shelter this winter. A fundraiser led by engineering firm Burns & McDonnell raised $105,000 in cash and in-kind contributions to build a new…
A Therapist’s Advice: 5 Ways to Navigate Fraught Conversations with Family
These tips may help avoid a recipe for family disaster this holiday season.
Booming Business: Guns Are a Hot Gift Item This Holiday Season
Guns sales are booming in 2020, and firearms are expected to be a popular gift this holiday season.
Union Station Completes Family Scrapbook with Holiday Reflections
By Kevin Collison Faced with the prospect of the Covid Grinch stealing its most popular season, Union Station has improvised a holiday experience it hopes will provide families with festive memories after a tumultuous year. “We didn’t want to cancel the holidays,” said George Guastello, president and CEO of Union Station. “We don’t want kids…
Tap List | Flavorful Beers for Your (Small) Thanksgiving
Tap List beer enthusiast Cassie Niemeyer checks out three local seasonal beers inspired by the Thanksgiving holiday.
Mixed Blessings: Culinary Students Grateful for Hands-On Learning
Broadmoor Bistro’s annual “Everything But The Turkey” fundraiser came off again this year in spite of the obstacles created by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Border Brewing Relocating to Bigger Crossroads Digs This Spring
By Kevin Collison Border Brewing, the pioneering brewer that launched the East Crossroads craft beer scene in 2015, is relocating to a new space this spring more than double the size of its current digs at 406 E. 18th St. Proprietor Eric Martens said his decision to lease a 3,200 square-foot building a block away…
curiousKC | Here’s a List of Farm-to-Table Restaurants in Kansas City
The curiousKC team takes a tour of Kansas City restaurants that emphasize local and natural foods on their menus.
Four Emmys Go To… Kansas City PBS
Kansas City PBS has been recognized with four regional Emmy awards for 2020.