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9 spots to try wine in Kansas City
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S’mores and wine? Count us in. | Photo by KCtoday
The sun is shining in Kansas City, which can only mean one thing: winery season. So pop the cork, pour a glass, and check out these local spots to discover your new favorite glass of wine.

KC Wine Co., 13875 S. Gardner Rd., Olathe, KS | With fun events like music bingo, sip and shop, and live bands, this winery is the perfect place to gather your group. Pssst, the frozen wine slushies are a must-try.

Amigoni Urban Winery, 1505 Genessee St., KCMO | Take a sip in the tasting room, go on a tour of the cellar, or create your own wine blend at this West Bottoms spot.

KC Wineworks, 1829 McGee St., KCMO | Check out Kansas City’s first wine-based cocktail bar, featuring a unique and rotating cocktail menu that breaks wine out of its bottle.

Weston Wine Company, 540 Main St., Weston, MO | The calendar is always popping at this winery — with events like movie trivia and murder mystery nights. Plus, try the three different tasting options.

Fountain City Winery, 1409 W. 11th St., KCMO | Try something new at this West Bottoms winery, located in a unique industrial space.

Rowe Ridge Vineyard and Winery, 11255 Leavenworth Rd., Leavenworth, KS | This vineyard is Wyandotte County’s first, with the first vines planted back in 2005. Now, you can enjoy a tasting room experience, a relaxing patio lounge, or a stroll by the vineyard pond.

Not able to block off a day for a winery? Stop by one of these stores to stock up on your at-home cellar:
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Events
Wednesday, April 12
  • Chamber Coffee: Queens of Clean | Wednesday, Apr. 12 | 8 a.m..-9 a.m. | 205 A Delaware St., Leavenworth, KS | Learn how to break down the barriers of sales at this networking event.
  • Colors: Patterns & ... Scapes | Wednesday, April 12-Saturday, April 29 | Times vary | Tim Murphy Art Gallery, 6040 Slater St., Merriam, KS | Free | Come by any day in April to enjoy the fine art display.
Thursday, April 13
  • 2023 Urban Hero Awards | Thursday, Apr. 13 | 5-7 p.m. | Loews Kansas City Hotel, 1515 Wyandotte St., Kansas City, MO | $20 | Celebrate five individuals recognized for impacting downtown KCMO on a grassroots level.
  • Arthur Black Live @ Aloft | Thursday, Apr. 13 | 6 p.m. | Aloft Kansas City Country Club Plaza, 393 W. 46th St., Kansas City, MO | Free | Listen to live music at this new hotel’s WXYZ bar right inside the door.
Friday, April 14
  • Senior Citizen Prom | Friday, Apr. 14 | 2-6 p.m. | Gregg/Klice Community Center, 1600 John Buck O’Neil Way, Kansas City, MO | $15 | Put on your best suit or your favorite gown for this 55+ party.
  • Cause-ino Night | Friday, Apr. 14 | 6-10 p.m. | The Delaware, 125 Main St., Independence, MO | $100 | Featuring an appetizer buffet, bar, and casino games — all benefiting Job One (employment services for people with disabilities).
Saturday, April 15
  • Wildflower Walk | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 9 a.m. | Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 8909 W. 179th St., Overland Park, KS | $10 | This informative walk through the woodland trails provides a look into 140 acres + thousands of native wildflowers.
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News Notes
Development
  • Saint Luke’s East Hospital in Lee’s Summit is gearing up for a $52 million expansion + renovation project. This plan includes a 62,000-sqft addition to the hospital and 52,000-sqft renovation of the existing hospital. (Kansas City Business Journal)
Open
  • Horsefeather Social, an outdoor bar located at the Loews Kansas City Hotel, is reopening for the season. Guests can head up to the seventh floor starting Wednesday, May 3.
Outdoors
  • The City of Kansas City is inviting you to help cleanup + beautify the city. The Great Kansas City Cleanup is on Earth Day weekend, Friday, April 21-Sunday, April 23. Volunteers can register here.
Community
  • Scenthound, a dog grooming franchise, is celebrating its new Overland Park location with an official Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. The ceremony is this Friday, April 14 at 12 p.m. — at 6519 W. 119th St.
Holiday
  • The Thai Cultural Center of Greater Kansas City is joining Bamboo Penny’s to host a festival in celebration of the Thai New Year. The event at Barkley Square in Park Place was reschedule for Saturday, April 22 at 1 p.m. — featuring live music + Authentic Thai street food.
Kids
  • Only kids allowed. Lenexa’s Oak Park Commons shopping center is the potential home for Kids Empire, an indoor playground. The Lenexa Planning Commission approved the final plan for the 15,000-sqft facility, but there are no details yet on a final timeline. (Shawnee Mission Post)
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🌽 ‘Tis the season

5 Farmers’ Markets in the Kansas City metro
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These vegetables look simply gourdgeous. | Photo by @brooksidefarmersmarket
Springtime in KC means baseball, patios, and most importantly — the return of farmers’ market season. Check out these spots for fresh, local produce in the metro.

Brookside Farmers’ Market, 6425 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO | Open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Overland Park Farmers’ Market, 7950 Marty St., Overland Park, KS | Open every Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. starting April 15, with Wednesday hours starting June 7.

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Who needs the golden arches when you have the City Market? | Photo by KCtoday

City Market Farmers’ Market, 20 E. 5th St., KCMO | Open every Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Parkville Farmers’ Market, S. East St., Parkville, MO | Open every Saturday from 7 a.m.-12 p.m., starting April 23. Wednesday hours begin June 14.

For more spots to do your local shopping in cities like Gladstone, Lee’s Summit + Liberty, check out this resource.
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