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The Season of Giving: 6 Volunteer Opportunities in KC

As you enjoy the spoils of the holidays—gifts, meals, safety, and warmth—consider helping other Kansas Citians do the same by volunteering with one of the following organizations. You might be surprised by…

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28 Kansas City Holiday Pop-Up Bars in 2024

Everywhere you look, Kansas City spaces are getting festive facelifts. With them come new drinks and classic vibes. Ah, we love a holiday pop-up. Here’s a running list of holiday pop-up bars…

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IN Conversation with Nick Griffin

Having a dad who’s a Mission Hills stockbroker and diplomas from Rockhurst High School and William Jewell College might be an unexpected bio for someone who’s been making a living at standup…

My Essentials: Dylan Welter

  Dylan Welter’s dream of becoming a filmmaker was born in a Kansas City theater in 2001. On January 24, 2025, his second feature film, The Militia, will premiere at the B&B…

IN Conversation with Marilyn Maye

In 1966 a Kansas City nightclub singer captured the imagination of a nation with an exciting proposition delivered via radio, “What good is sitting alone in your room? Come hear the music…

My Essentials: Emily Reinhardt

Emily Reinhardt grew up in Johnson County, went to college in Manhattan, Kansas, and lived in Omaha for a time. But Kansas City’s creative scene called her back. “As a creator here,…

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