Shopping this season is made easy with Six & Main holiday gift guides. | Photo provided by Six & Main
Have you made a list, checked it twice, but still feel like you’re missing that special gift? Don’t worry because we’ve got you covered with a gift guide featuring everything from clothing and accessories to candles and coffee from artists and brands in our online shop, Six & Main.
Whether you’re shopping for the ultimate party host, your favorite homebody, or someone in between, there’s a giftfor everyone.
Adventurers can relax in outdoor chairs from Trippy Outdoor, keep their brews cold with Kanga Coolers, and catch a big one with fishing supplies from Toadfish. To fully equip them to explore the great outdoors, add a Jack Foster hat + Rheos floating sunglasses.
Before you stick a bow on it, click the button below to explore more gifts, including options for the foodie and pet lover in your life.
Christkindl at Moonlight Market | Thursday, Nov. 17 | 4-8 p.m. | City Hall, 11110 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS | $0+ | Say hi to Santa and Mrs. Claus, shop local vendors, and enjoy a bite to eat at this holiday market.
Shrine Circus 2022 | Thursday, Nov. 17-Sunday, Nov. 20 | 7 p.m. | Cable Dahmer Arena | $25+ | Watch in awe of KC’s only three ring circus. 🎪
Jessica Kirson | Thursday, Nov. 17-Saturday, Nov. 19 | 7 p.m. | The Comedy Club of Kansas City, 1130 W. 103rd St., Kansas City, MO | This comedian has been seen on “The Tonight Show,” HBO’s “Crashing,” and her Comedy Central special, “Talking to Myself.”
Friday, Nov. 18
We Love Animals: Turkeys! | Friday, Nov. 18 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Plaza Branch, 4801 Main St., Kansas City, MO | Take the family to make some turkey crafts during this evening creative session. 🦃
A Christmas Carol | Friday, Nov. 18-Sunday, Dec. 18 | 8 p.m. | Kansas City Repertory Theatre, 4949 Cherry St., Kansas City, MO | $39-$109 | Partake in this 40-year KC tradition, and follow Ebenezer Scrooge on his redemptive journey with Christmas Past, Present, and Future.
Kenny G with the KC Symphony | Friday, Nov. 18-Sunday, Nov. 20 | 8 p.m. | Kauffman Center | The symphony you know and love + the famous saxophonist — they’ll play songs like “Songbird,” “Forever in Love,” “Heart and Soul,” “Silhouette” and “My Heart Will Go On.” 🎷
Saturday, Nov. 19
The Immersive Nutcracker | Saturday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Dec. 31 | 11 a.m. | Lighthouse ArtSpace, 8690 N. Dixson Ave., Kansas City, MO | $27-$45 | Become enchanted by Tchaikovsky’s sweeping music as this stunning immersive experience brings the joy of the holidays to life.
Sunday, Nov. 20
Bowling For Purple Peace | Sunday, Nov. 20 | 1-3:30 p.m. | Lunar Bowl, 2001 NW 7 Hwy., Blue Springs, MO | Get your bowling shoes on and help raise awareness about epilepsy and seizure safety. 🎳
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Lounging in your comfies — a holiday season staple. Now, a new store on the Plaza has that robe you’ve always wanted. California-based Parachuteopens today — at 333 W. 47th St., KCMO. Other items include bedding, furniture, and decor. 🎁 (Kansas City Business Journal)
Biz
There are two stories of unused, street-access space at the Loews Hotel downtown KC, and its director wants it filled ahead of the South Loop Link. The single-tenant space offers 8,103 sqft for restaurant or retail. Be the broker: what business would you like to see here? (Kansas City Business Journal)
Travel
A new low-cost airline will begin its first service at KCI in 2023 following the new terminal’s completion. Minnesota-based Sun Country Airlines will offer twice-weekly nonstop flights to and from Minneapolis (MSP) starting Tuesday, May 23. Tickets are already on sale. ✈️ (Kansas City Business Journal)
Outdoor
Ho-ho-hundreds of people running down the street in Santa suits is about to happen yet again. Yes, the annual Santa Dash is back on Sunday, Dec. 10. Every participant will receive a long-sleeve race shirt or a Santa suit + a holiday goodie bag. Tickets are $38. 👟
Seasonal
A new makers market is popping up in the East Bottoms the first three weekends of December. J. Rieger & Co. will host Holiday Night Markets from 6 to 10 p.m. on Fridays + Saturdays starting on Dec. 2 in partnership with Strawberry Swing. Expect gift ideas, holiday cocktails, and carolers. 🛍
Feel Good
Chiefs center Creed Humphrey raised $4,695 for KC Pet Project through his Tailgate Gala. Recently, the nonprofit received 800+ new pets within a two-week period — woof, that’s a lot. Dog adoption fees will be waived today, and you can find other ways to help online. 🐾
Arts
A week ago, we told you about a new mural coming to Café Sofrito in Midtown — at 3731 Main St. Well, the reveal party popped off this week, and we wanted to brush you up on the new look. There’s also some new art at Gomer’s. 🎨
Closing
Jousting Pigs BBQ will close its Liberty location after business on Sunday, Nov. 27. The Northland restaurant has been operating inside 3HALVES Brewing Co. for the last three years. Locations at the Legends in KCK and in Arrowhead will remain open. (FOX4)
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There’s nothing ugly about this scene. | Photo via Ramsey Mohsen
What started 19 years ago as a house party in Brookside is now the largest, longest-running ugly sweater event in the world (according to its founders + the Travel Channel).
Dust off your Rudolphs and breakout the tinsel. The Ugly Christmas Sweater Celebration is Friday, Dec. 1 at The Truman (601 E. Truman Rd., KCMO).
Get on Santa’s nice list by attending — 100% of sales go directly to Operation Breakthrough. The organization, which helps children experiencing poverty in KC, provides hundreds of families with a meal on Christmas and toys under the tree.
“It’s just my friends and I hustling to figure out how to promote and raise as much awareness and proceeds to Operation Breakthrough,” founder Ramsey Mohsen told us.
Expect a Merry Country Christmas with this year’s headliner, award-winning country music duo Maddie & Tae.
General admission starts at $30, with VIP tickets priced at $75 (including drinks).
THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Travis.
Editor’s pick: The holiday pie picks are in, and anyway way you slice it, it’s a tie.
Pumpkin: 33%
Pecan: 33%
In the “other” category, two readers voted for mincemeat... so that’s fun. Aaand we wanted to share a fun response that made our hearts smile.
“My family has a pie competition every year! The flavors are getting further from the normal expected Thanksgiving pies. There’s always new creative flavors and fun family competition!” — Reader Renee B.
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