📜 How historic is this heat wave?

🌡️ How hot will it get this week?

🔍 What caused the heat wave?

💵 Keep your energy bills low

• Close vents in unused rooms.
• Get an HVAC pro to tune your A/C unit.
• Install a smart thermostat for automatic adjustments.
• Set fans to run counterclockwise.
• Seal gaps around door frames and windows.
• Pressure wash your house — dirt and grime trap heat, making your house hotter.

• Diabetes Prevention Program Informational Session | Wednesday, Aug. 23 | 10-11 a.m. | The View, 13500 Byars Rd., Grandview, MO | Free | Come learn about the city’s new diabetes program designed to service the general public.

• An Evening in Italia | Thursday, Aug. 24 | 5:45-7:30 p.m. | Kansas City Museum, 3218 Gladstone Blvd., Kansas City, MO | $63 | Transport yourself to Italy at this evening full of food, drinks, and music.
• Leavenworth Charm Hunt: 20th Anniversary | Thursday, Aug. 24-Saturday, Aug. 26 | Historic Downtown, 500 Delaware St., Leavenworth, KS | $0+ | Collect unique charms from 20 different Leavenworth businesses to add to your own charm bracelet.

• The Black Keys | Friday, Aug. 25 | 8 p.m. | Starlight Theatre, Kansas City, MO | $35-$199.50 | Hear hits like “Howlin’ For You” and “Lonely Boy” with this rock band.
• Sunflower Festival at KC Wine Co. | Friday, Aug. 25-Sunday, Aug. 27 | KC Wine Co., 13875 S. Gardner Rd., Olathe, KS | $17.40 | Enjoy the transition from summer to fall with Kansas scenery as the backdrop.

• Kansas City Chiefs vs Cleveland Browns | Saturday, Aug. 26 | 12 p.m. | Arrowhead Stadium| $26-$300 | Watch the Chiefs take on the Cleveland Browns in the last preseason game before the season kickoff.

• Lucky number seven. The Roasterie officially opened a seventh location at 1310 Carondelet Dr., KCMO. It features indoor + patio seating and shares space with the newly built UMB Bank. To celebrate 30 years of business, proceeds from this location will go to Nurture KC on Friday, Sept. 8.

• Marcell Coffee has a new concept brewing: Take Care. This Crossroads retail store — at 419 E. 18th St. — will center its direct-to-consumer coffee + coffees grown on Single Estate Farms. Soon you can enjoy espressos, hot + cold brews, tea on draft, and fresh baked goods. (Startland News)

• The Golden Scoop is taking on the yellow arch. An old McDonald’s (10460 W. 103rd St., Overland Park, KS) will be converted into its second location. The new shop promises an adaptive playground, accessible changing tables, and a drive-thru. Expect an early 2024 opening. (Shawnee Mission Post)

• Prepare to be moved. Park University International Center for Music announced its 2023-2024 season. Renowned instrumentalists will perform at 13 venues across the metro for low or no cost, including the Kauffman Center for Performing Arts. Get tickets.

• The Old Town Activity Project got a budget increase. Lenexa City Council added almost $1 million to the project budget for a total $12.2 million. This accounts for inflation + will fund remodeling the gym, adding a Youth/Flex Room, and building an entrance canopy. (Shawnee Mission Post)

• Rock Island Bridge, the world’s first entertainment district over a river, will offer fall tours ahead of its spring opening. Ticket owners will be able to see the work-in-progress, including complete cantilevered decks, staircases, and railings. Follow its Instagram for future ticket drops.

• Ryogoku Soccer Academy’s Abdullahi Islow and Emilio Soto hosted a day of play in Independence, MO for unhoused people. The event provided soccer workshops, free haircuts, and food. Funding came from a collab the teens did with MADE MOBB, designing + selling t-shirts. (Startland News)

• Grab your gals and head to the ballpark on Saturday, Sept. 2 for the KC Royals’ Ladies Night. Cheer on the boys in blue as they take on the Boston Red Sox. Bonus: Get to the stadium early to explore exclusive vendors and don’t miss a belt bag giveaway. Grab tickets.*

🍎 Grocery stores

🌳 Green Space and nature