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Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day
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Our city is teeming with romantic possibilities. | Photo by @coultonthomas
There’s no dodging Cupid’s arrow — Valentine’s Day is here. Whether you’re celebrating your friendships or sugaring up your sweetheart, we’ve got last-minute Valentine’s Day ideas that will have you loving love.

🌵 Get fantastical with botanicals

If you’re quick, you might have your pick of bouquets using same-day flower delivery. (We’re eyeing those locally designed arrangements.)

Or, get creative and nab a potted plant from these plant spots. Nothing says forever like a hardy succulent.

      🥂 Keep spirits up

      If you didn’t score reservations, don’t overthink… grab a drink. The following spots have weekday happy hours:
      • Jazz Kitchen | Mon.-Fri. 3-6 p.m. | Indulge in this Independence, KCK, and KCMO Creole cuisine with discounts on gumbo, popcorn shrimp, and themed New Orleans drinks.
      • Pearl Tavern | Mon.-Thurs. 3-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | This Lee’s Summit spot is known for its eats, and half off oysters + craft munchies are making our tummies rumble.
      • Made In KC Marketplace | Daily 4-7 p.m. | Get $3 local beer plus other discounted drinks at locations in Lee’s Summit, Lenexa, and the Plaza.
      For more options, check out our happy hour guide.

      🌟 Go stargazing

      It doesn’t get much more idyllic than bundling up and looking at the stars. Grab some blankets (and maybe a hot drink) and head to one of these spots away from man-made light to take in the sky.
      Waiting for the weekend to celebrate? You still have time to get some gifts.

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      Today, Feb. 14
      • Sensatia Cirque Cabaret | Tuesday, Feb. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | The Grand Theater, 2450 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO | $50-$75 | This multimedia performance blends acrobatics, state-of-the-art visuals, live music, and delicious desserts.
      • Date Night Dance | Tuesday, Feb. 14 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Redux Society, 215 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, MO | $15 | Bring your partner to this romantic swing dance class — tailored to beginners.
      • Valentine’s Day at The Bird | Tuesday, Feb. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | The Bird Comedy Theater, 103 W. 19th St., Kansas City, MO | $20-$25 | This Valentine’s Day-edition comedy show features games, scenes, characters, and an improvised musical.
      • Art & Wine at the Mansion | Tuesday, Feb. 14 | 6 p.m. | Oak Street Mansion, 4343 Oak St., Kansas City, MO | $400 | One ticket is good for two guests, including wine pairings with individual art pieces and an overnight stay.
      Wednesday, Feb. 15
      • The Dip | Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 8 p.m. | Madrid Theatre, 3810 Main St., Kansas City, MO | $25-$49 | This seven-piece R&B band is touring North America with its new single, “Paddle to the Stars.”
      • Lovers and Friends | Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 8-11 p.m. | Barrel of the Bottoms, 1427 W. 9th St., Kansas City, MO | $15-$20 | This Valentine’s-themed variety show features comics, poets, storytellers, drag, and burlesque performers.
      Thursday, Feb. 16
      • SciFun Camp: Archaeology | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 8:20 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | 5801 W. 135th St., Overland Park, KS | $100 | This two-day camp for elementary kiddos uncovers the foundation of archeology, digging up projects like Stonehenge and the Colosseum.
      • Rivalry at the Rink | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 7 p.m. | Cable Dahmer Arena | $15-$25 | KU takes on Mizzou in this club hockey face-off.
      Friday, Feb. 17
      • Taco Dinner Fundraiser | Friday, Feb. 17 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Guadalupe Centers, 1015 Avenida Cesar E. Chavez, Kansas City, MO | $10 | Dine in or carry out a plate of tacos and rice, with all proceeds benefiting the Guadalupe Centers Older Adults Program.

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      100+ MORE EVENTS

      Weather
      • 57º | Thunderstorm | 100% chance of rain
      Development
      • A $130 million project in Midtown will turn an abandoned hospital — at 31st Street + Baltimore Avenue — into 385 apartments. NorthPoint Development will demolish the former Trinity Lutheran Hospital starting this spring, with vertical construction starting late summer. 🏗 (CityScene KC)
      Sports
      • Patrick Mahomes is the first quarterback in NFL history to lead the league in passing yards and win the Super Bowl — a surprising fact for sure. Simultaneously, Andy Reid now holds the best post season record ratio of all time at 0.632. He already leads the regular season ratio (0.722). (Arrowhead Pride)
      Transit
      • The KC Streetcar is staying off the tracks during the Chiefs victory parade tomorrow. The transit service will replace the streetcars with two RideKC buses, which will run from 7th Street to 19th Street. Stops in the River Market and at Union Station will be closed. 🚌
      Civic
      • Speaking of the streetcar, the East-West Transit Study found it would cost $600 million to build a line from the KU Medical Center to Van Brunt Boulevard. Meaning? Costs would exceed the current funding methods. The study suggests finding alternate, regional funding initiatives. (Flatland KC)
      Edu
      • UMKC’s Board of Curators approved a proposed Healthcare Innovation and Delivery Building. The five-story project would expand medical program facilities and provide space for dentistry clinics. University leaders hope to break ground next year, finishing by May 2026. (Kansas City Business Journal)
      Pets
      • All 264 adoptable dogs at KC Pet Project are now free, thanks to the teamwork of Chiefs defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi and ZIWI Pet Food. This is the second time Nnadi has sponsored pet fees, doing the same after the Super Bowl LIV win. 🐶
      Announced
      • Rock The Dotte will feature Godsmack with special guest I Prevail at Azura Amphitheater on Wednesday, May 10. Tickets to the annual rock concert go on sale Friday, Feb. 17.
      History
      • Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park’s skate park redesign also includes a new (old?) name: Rolling Magic. The name comes from a previous 1970s-era skate park. Lenexa leaders unanimously chose the name after learning about the area’s skating history from locals. 🛹 (Shawnee Mission Post)
      Community
      • The pun game is strong with this one. Olathe renamed ones of its snow plows — from “Tyreek Chill” to “Isiah Plowcheco.” Other names, like “Travis Kelsleet,” complete this winning team of winter weather vehicles. “Sled Lasso” is also on the roster, but that’s the other kind of football. ❄️ (FOX4)
      Shop
      • What’s getting us through February: Our humidifiers. We love the Levoit Blue Cool Humidifier for its quiet design, multiple mist levels, and how easy it is to clean. Do your skin (not to mention, your houseplants) a favor and up your home hydration.*

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      Get ready to swarm the field 🎉

      Kansas City Super Bowl parade: when, where, and pro tips
      Photo of Chiefs celebration at Union Station in 2020
      We’re dreaming of a sea of red. | Photo by KCtoday
      Kansas City is bringing the Lombardi Trophy back from Arizona — and if you missed the fireworks downtown KCMO, we got you. But that’s not the end of the party. It’s just the beginning.

      Celebrations will culminate in a Super Bowl victory parade on Wednesday, Feb. 15. Here’s what we know about it:

      Start time: 12 p.m.
      Route: City Market south on Grand Boulevard to Union Station
      At Union Station: Rally at 1:45 p.m., with views from the National WWI Museum & Memorial north lawn

      City crews will begin closing these streets Tuesday afternoon (so avoid Grand Boulevard if you can). If you’re driving in to attend, we recommend using these parking resources. And based on last time, bring your walking shoes.
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      THE WRAP

      Today’s issue was written by Travis.


      Editor’s pick: It’s a good week in Kansas City.

      Sunday — Chiefs win the Super Bowl.
      Monday — Recover from the Chiefs winning the Super Bowl.
      Tuesday — Valentine’s Day.
      Wednesday — Super Bowl victory parade.
      Thursday — Friday-eve (recover from victory parade).
      Friday — ‘Nuff said.
      Saturday — New KCI terminal open house.


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