The Weekend Starts Today

A crowd of people outside of Union Station listening to the symphony

Memorial Day is about more than getting an extra day off. The holiday is ostensibly about remembering those we have lost. This weekend in Kansas City, the holiday also is going to be about staying dry. Still. Seemingly forever. Could someone please build the city an ark? Unless, of course, you want to get wet.…

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The Weekend Starts Today

Two grown men dressed as batman and robin

Forecasters are calling for warm, dry weather all weekend. Thank goodness. We all know what April showers bring. May showers, however, don’t bring anything but badly overgrown lawns. Once you’ve mowed that jungle of yours, why not get out and see some of what our city has to offer? The scuffling Royals are out of…

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The Weekend Starts Today

A dancer mid-flight

It’s Mother’s Day weekend. So, for goodness’ sake, pre-order those flowers, and make those brunch reservations now. Better yet, take mom out to see one of the great cultural events happening around our city. We’ve culled the best for her (and you) below. With May underway, it’s time for a First Friday in the Crossroads.…

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The Weekend Starts Today

Two men and a woman

This week has already been a wet one. Like “build an ark” wet. The upcoming weekend, unfortunately, might not be much drier. Luckily, most of the best stuff to do around town will be held inside, so water won’t be a problem. Except, that is, for the Brookside Art Annual. You might need rain gear for…

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The Weekend Starts Today

men and women on a theater stage

Earth Day is Friday. That means you can use your weekend to get greener. Then, having done your part to save civilization, you can also get out and enjoy it. We’ve got plenty of tips for doing both. Start by getting rid of unused electronics responsibly. Bridging the Gap, one of the city’s best environmental organizations, is…

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