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Sunrise: 7:37 a.m. | Sunset: 5:12 p.m.
 
You’re a poet and we know it
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Think you’ve got what it takes to turn this newsletter into a poem? | Photo by Karolina Grabowska via Pexels
Calling all readers: In honor of National Poetry Month, you’re officially invited to enter KCtoday’s first poetry contest.

This contest is open to all, and the rules couldn’t be more simple: Turn today’s newsletter into a poem.

We’ll clarify. Using only the words that appear in this newsletter, craft an original poem of up to 75 words. Unlike an erasure poem, the words do not have to appear in the order they’re found — mix and match how you please. Any word appearing anywhere in today’s newsletter is fair game, including the ones you’re reading right now (we’ll throw some fun ones at you: Pink. Gusto. Enchilada.). If a word appears once, you can only use it once.

The rules:
  • Submit your poem here by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 16.
  • Include a title + author’s name in your submission. Titles are an exception to the rule, and do not need to pull words from the newsletter.
  • Poems, excluding title and author’s name, must be 75 words or less.
The fun stuff:
  • While we’ve placed a pretty big limitation on your poem’s words, the form + direction is up to you — and we can’t wait to see what you all come up with.
  • The Editorial team behind KCtoday will narrow submissions down to a group of finalists based on style, originality, artistic quality, and creativity. Finalists will be announced in our Friday, April 21 newsletter and we’ll ask our readers to vote for their favorite poem. The winner’s poem will be featured in our Wednesday, April 26 newsletter.
  • Pro tip: To make the process easier on yourself, we recommend printing out today’s issue, highlighting the words you find most interesting, and crossing them out as you include them in your poem.
  • Don’t forget to keep track of your articles (words like “the” or “and”).
Happy writing, Kansas City!
 
Events
 
Wednesday, April 5
  • Family Night | Wednesday, April 5 | 5-8 p.m. | Lenexa Public Market, 8750 Penrose Ln., Lenexa, KS | Free | Bring the whole family for free activities and discounted food + drink specials.
  • Unknown Mortal Orchestra | Wednesday, Apr. 5 | 8 p.m. | Uptown Theater | $28-$50 | Vibe out to tunes like “So Good at Being in Trouble” and “Hunnybee” with this psychedelic rock band.
Thursday, April 6
  • Little Explorer’s Club: The Ups & Downs of Gravity | Thursday, Apr. 6, Saturday, Apr. 8 | 10:15-11 a.m. | Museum at Prairiefire, 5801 W. 135th St., Overland Park, KS | $0-$5 | Treat the kiddos to a physics lesson where they get to make their own rocket.
  • Noel Miller: Everything Is F#&ked | Thursday, Apr. 6 | 8 p.m. | Uptown Theater | $30-$49 | Prepare to laugh with this internet phenomenon, podcast host, and stand-up comedian.
Friday, April 7
  • FUTURE | Friday, Apr. 7 | 7 p.m. | T-Mobile Center | $55-$260 | Get down at “One Big Party,” including special guests Don Toliver, G Herbo, Mariah the Scientist, and Dess Dior.
  • Boulevard Guided Tasting: Imperial Cask Cuvée | Friday, Apr. 7 | 6-8 p.m. | Boulevard Brewing Company, 2501 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, MO | $25 | Pair four beers (including a new release) with four artisan cheeses.
Saturday, April 8
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🎉 Happy 35th birthday, KKFI 90.1 FM
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From Blues to K-pop, Jazz to Americana, and Classical to Folk, KKFI 90.1 FM covers it all. | Photo provided by KKFI 90.1 FM
Did you know? The first song ever broadcasted on KKFI was “When the Ship Comes In!” by Bob Dylan. It played at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 28, 1988.

Today, the community radio station features everything from news and public affairs to many different music genres with programming done by volunteers.

Want to help support the station continue playing music you can’t hear anywhere else? Make a donation.*
 
News Notes
 
Announced
  • Azura Amphitheater announced Kelce Jam, a multi-act concert hosted by Travis Kelce. The party is scheduled for Friday, April 28, 6 p.m.-12 a.m. — the same weekend as the NFL Draft. Artists include Machine Gun Kelly, Tech N9ne, and Rick Ross. Pre-sale registration is available now.
  • The next day, Operation Breakthrough will host a draft fashion event at its facility — 3039 Troost Ave., KCMO. HypeBeastKC will hold a sneakerhead convention from 12-5 p.m. followed by a runway show (including live music, dancers, and designs) at 6 p.m. Tickets start at $25.
Travel
  • Southwest is bringing back nonstop service to Raleigh (hey, RALtoday). The destination was the fourth-most in-demand route out of KCI without a current direct flight as of last year. Travelers can start boarding in June. (Kansas City Business Journal)
  • Trying to talk someone into an April vacation? Just show them these hotel deals on Expedia. We love: The Islander Resort that’s on a private beach in the Florida Keys.
Open
  • Parson Xtreme Golf just opened a new retail and fitting location in Overland Park — at 7517 W. 119th St. The facility features three fitting bays, golf simulators, and a 130-sqft putting green. It’s the company’s first store in the KC metro. Talk about a hole in one.
Watch
  • The KC Current stadium is going up. The team posted this video of the first vertical columns going in the ground down at Berkley Riverfront. There’s also a new construction cam, providing a live feed of the site.
Tech
  • Strap in. Sandbox VR is a virtual reality gaming company with a new location in Leawood — at 4845 W. 117th St. This multi-sensory experience comes complete with headsets, props, and fans (for wind effects). Watch us fight zombies before planning your trip, starting at $50/person.
Holiday
  • Passover (or Pesach) begins at sundown today, starting with Passover Seder. The feast usually includes matzah, brisket or chicken, and potato kugel. Shop kosher at Hen House.
Shop
  • Vintage clothing store Do Good Co. recently reopened — at 413 E. 18th St. The Crossroads shop sells lightly used boutique brands to raise money for local charities. In addition to a redesigned interior, Do Good also now sports bright chartreuse doors. (CityScene KC)
Wellness
  • April is Head & Neck Cancer Awareness Month, and the University of Kansas Kirmayer Fitness Center is hosting screenings on Friday, April 14 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Did you know? Greenday touring guitarist Jason White made a full tonsil cancer recovery thanks to early detection.
 
 
Read
 
📖 KCtoday’s April Book Club
Graphic showing Janine holding a book
Janine is in spring mode — are you? | Photo by @downtogethefictionon, graphic by KCtoday
Looking for a book to take to the park? Or maybe your deck or patio? There’s no bad spot to sit, read, and soak up spring — and we have a new book recommendation for you.

Here’s a word from Janine Kluckhohn — a local book influencer known as @downtogetthefictionon — on “Romantic Comedy” by New York Times Best Selling Author Curtis Sittenfeld.

“We know that the KC area has been pretty well represented on SNL as of late, but now, we’re taking the rep to the fictional late-night world with this April release.

Set between 2018-2023, this story of late-night comedy writer Sally takes you from behind the scenes at TNO to Sally’s time back in Kansas City with her stepdad during 2020 and beyond.

This book is funny, heartwarming, and the perfect book to read while you sit outside during a beautiful spring day in KC!”

Buy the book at Monarch Books & Gifts
 
The Wrap
 
Photo of Travis Meier in Kansas City Today’s edition by:
Travis
From the editor
Editor Bella and I enjoyed some fun (Aka work) in the sun yesterday at Grinders in the Crossroads. Was it hard to see the laptop screen? Yes. Was it worth it for $7 burgers? Also yes.
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