June 6, 2023

Today’s Forecast

90º Mostly Sunny | 10% chance of rain | Sunrise 5:52 a.m. | Sunset 8:41 p.m.

☀️ It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood

A sunny walking path leading through a park downtown.

We challenge you to perform a random act of kindness before the sun sets. | Photo by @mikedayphotography

Your neighborhood is more than just a place to stroll. Take time this season to pour into your community — we promise it’ll come back around. Here’s a few ways you can make space as a friendly neighborhood Kansas Citian.

Pick up trash

Keeping Kansas City clean is more fun with friends. Join cleanups with KC Parks, Bridging the Gap, local Facebook and Nextdoor groups, and any of the dozens of neighborhood events happening near you.

Show local businesses some love

It’s no secret that we love to shop local. Not sure where to start? Check out your nearest local flower shop, record shop, or any other neighborhood staple. Remember: Not all love is monetary. Try leaving a positive review online for your favorite spots.

Give a dog a day on the town

Don’t forget our four-legged neighbors. Local shelters like KC Pet Project offer Dog Day Out programs, giving foster pets a break from the shelter. Even if your lifestyle can’t support a pet (yet), you may be able to provide one with an unfurgettable day.

Support local inclusive spaces

Ask how you can contribute to the Kansas City Center for Inclusion, our LBGTQ+ resource and community center providing clothing for trans and gender expansive folk, plus a free binder exchange.

Volunteer with local organizations

Check out our growing list of organizations with local volunteer opportunities.

Events

Tuesday, June 6

Lincoln Saltdogs vs. Kansas City Monarchs | Tuesday, June 6 | 6 p.m. | Legends Field | $13-$60 | Watch the Kansas City Monarchs play with buy one get one free infield reserved and outfield reserved tickets.
De’Wayne | Tuesday, June 6 | 8 p.m. | Uptown Theater | $17 | Jam out to songs like “Adios” and “GOOD MOOD” with this rap artist.

Wednesday, June 7

Donut Decorating | Wednesday, June 7 | 5-6 p.m. | Lenexa Public Market, 8750 Penrose Ln., Lenexa, KS | $5.50-$22 | Bring the family to decorate donuts from Mr. D’s coffee.
Live at Electric Park | Wednesday, June 7 | 6-8 p.m. | J. Rieger & Co. 2700 Guinotte Ave., Kansas City, MO | Free admission | Enjoy live music and cold drinks at this patio bar.
Freaky Friday | Wednesday, June 7-Saturday, June 10 | 8:30-11 p.m. | The Theatre in the Park, 7710 Renner Rd., Shawnee, KS | $6-$10 | When an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right again in this high energy musical.

Thursday, June 8

Lions Walking Club | Thursday, June 8 | 6-7 p.m. | Riverfront Community Center, 123 S. Esplanade St., Leavenworth, KS | Free | Join this 30-60 minute walk in the global mission to fight diabetes.

Friday, June 9

Kansas City Pride Festival | Friday, June 9-Sunday, June 11 | Frank A. Theis Park, Oak St. and 47th St., Kansas City, MO | $5 | Commemorate and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community in KC.

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Health

How to prevent a skin cancer diagnosis this summer — and beyond

Did you know one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in his or her lifetime? | Photo via Pexels

Summer is right around the corner — which means more time in the sun. It also means remembering it’s important to take care of your skin and protect yourself from skin cancer, which is the most common type of cancer. (Hint: Sunscreen is a good start.)

The experts at The University of Kansas Cancer Center, the region’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center (and just one of 53 nationwide), share prevention tips, risk factors, signs + symptoms of skin cancer, and more.*

Skin cancer FAQs, answered

News Notes

Legacy

Norma Hunt died at 85 according to a statement from the Hunt Family published Sunday. Norma supported sports locally and nationwide alongside her husband, Chiefs founder Lamar Hunt, and she remains the only woman to attend all 57 Super Bowls. (Kansas City Star)

Cause

Confirmed. Patrick Mahomes will play in the MVS Charity Softball game this Friday, June 9 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $25 to see No. 15, wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling, and a whole roster of Chiefs stars take Legends Field in support of the Humble Beginnings Foundation.

Number

$3.5 million. That’s the record breaking amount Big Slick 2023 raised for Children’s Mercy. The event, hosted by local celebs including Jason Sudeikis, Rob Riggle, and Paul Rudd, has raised $21 million for the hospital since 2010. (Kansas City Business Journal)

Sports

Sporting Kansas City traded an international roster spot in 2023 and 2024 with Nashville SC for $270,000 in General Allocation Money. The club can apply this money in a variety of circumstances relating to player acquisition and salary.

Biz

Former KC Fashion Week president Teisha Barber will now run the organization, replacing founder Philip Willoughby as CEO. Teisha plans to help new designers break into the industry, while Philip will step back to support the Fashion Arts Fund. (Kansas City Business Journal)

Plan Ahead

Support Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City and show off your N64 skills at the Amaro Kart video game tournament at Drastic Measures on Monday, July 3. The $50 buy-in gets participants two free Fernet Branca drinks, enters you into the tournament, and goes entirely towards BBBSKC.

Art

A new sculpture on the North Lawn of Starlight Theatre signals the completion of the One Percent for Art Program. The project’s $3.55 million contribution towards ADA improvements to the theater included funding for the statue by Cambridge artist Douglas Kornfield.

Fun Fact

Did you know there’s a rooftop park in Power & Light? Located above Genesis and the downtown Cosentino’s building (you may be able to see the trees from Main), the green space includes benches and an on-leash dog park.

Travel

It’s time to plan that last summer hurrah for Labor Day weekend. May we suggest a coastal getaway to the Outer Banks? Or maybe your dream destination is a rustic treehouse in the Adirondack Mountains. Wanna splurge? This modern farmhouse in Napa Valley is sure to be unforgettable.*

Outdoors

🌳 Plan a summer day out

This park was made possible by a $1 million donation from Patrick Mahomes’ foundation. | Photo by KCtoday

Summer vacation is a perfect time to connect with the little one. Our list of kid-friendly activities has 30+ answers to “Mom, I’m bored.” For kids who get overstimulated easily, here are some sensory-friendly options.

Hospital Hill Park, Gillham Road and E. 22nd Street, KCMO
Right in front of Children’s Mercy Park is the Sybil Silkwood Nutter Inclusive Playground — frequently used by therapists treating patients with social and physical exercises.

Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd., Leawood, KS
This 66-acre park is fitted with an inclusive playground, plus amenities like sand volleyball courts and tennis courts.

Field of Dreams, N. 126th St., Bonner Springs, KS
The whole family can hit a home run at this baseball-themed playground.

Shawnee Mission Park Playground, 17431 80th Terr., Shawnee, KS
Check out the double decker sphere that spins and the water mister on the hotter days.

Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Woodland Avenue and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, KCMO
The new park, in partnership with 15 and the Mahomies, features sensory and physical play modules and an all-weather surface.

More family fun this summer

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Dayten

From the editor

I spent my Saturday evening with a grocery bag full of popcorn, Cinderblock cervezas, and the froggy stylings of Jim Henson at Screenland Armour’s backyard showing of “The Muppet Movie.” I’ll be back for sure — $5 showings every Saturday is hard to beat. Meanwhile, check out our roundup of outdoor theaters and drive-ins.

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