👀 What to expect

📍The West Bottoms way

🎶 Grand opening details

• Moonlight Market | Thursday, Oct. 19 | 4-8 p.m. | City Hall, 11110 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS | Free entry | Shop dozens of local vendors, swing by the beer garden, and jam out to live music.
• Sugar Skull! | Thursday, Oct. 19 | 7 p.m. | Midwest Trust Center, 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS | $5-$25 | This touring bilingual/bicultural musical for young audiences + families uses traditional regional music and dance to tell the story of 12-year-old Vita Flores.

• Tarot Readings | Friday, Oct. 20-Sunday, Oct. 22 | 10 a.m. | Candle Queen Candles Gift Boutique, 500 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS | $60 | Visit Lena for an in-person Tarot card reading.
• Dark Forest 2023 | Friday, Oct. 20-Sunday, Oct. 29 | 6-11 p.m. | Powell Gardens | $38-$95 | Presented in partnership with Quixotic, Powell Gardens ushers in fall with an immersive, multimedia walk-through experience in the woods.

• Planet Anime Kansas City | Saturday, Oct. 21-Sunday, Oct. 22 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Kansas City Convention Center | $35-$200 | This new anime-centric con includes anime voice celebrities, exhibitors, special events, a wide ranging schedule of panels, and a cosplay contest.
• Westport Vintage Market | Saturday, Oct. 21 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Historic Westport, 306 Westport Rd., Kansas City, MO | Free | Shop local vintage vendors for one-of-a-kind decor, clothing, and accessories.

• KC Game Day Experience | Sunday, Oct. 22 | 3:25 p.m. | KC Live! | Free entry | Root on the Chiefs alongside fellow fans as they take on the Los Angeles Chargers.

• The Food System Map: This map can help you or your organization make connections with others in our regional food system.
• Take Action: This tool offers simple ways to reduce food waste through planning, shopping, storage, preparation, eating habits, sharing, and composting.
• Get Involved: There are many ways to help reduce food waste and build a sustainable food system in the Kansas City region. Learn about volunteering opportunities, community events + more.

• The plot thickens. Jackson County brought a counteroffer to the table regarding public financing for a $1 billion East Village Royals stadium. With this, the county would pay $300 million over a 20-year period — details on where that money will come from are TBD. (Kansas City Business Journal)

• The KC Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners officially approved a $3 million renovation project for a soccer complex in the Northeast — at 9th and Van Brunt streets. The plan details new lights, new turf, a press box, spectator seating for ~500 fans, locker rooms, and concession stands. (KSHB)

• Meet: Brad Hudspeth and Talon Teague. Both Kansas Citians are playing in the 2023 International Wheelchair Rugby Cup in Paris this week. The two are seeking Team USA roster spots for the 2024 Paralympic Games — and a gold medal in Chile next month would secure them. (KCTV5)

• The new Whole Foods Market in Overland Park is aiming for a Wednesday, Nov. 15 opening date. The health-focused grocer is outgrowing its existing OP space and moving to a new 45,000-sqft location at 11900 Metcalf Ave. (Kansas City Star)

• Calling all college sophomores, juniors, and seniors. The Kauffman Center is looking for various interns to join the team and gain real world experience next spring and summer. Roles include marketing + community engagement, patron services management, and facilities management. Apply by Wednesday, Nov. 15 for spring consideration.

• In the mood for juice? Filling Station has you covered. All of the coffee shop’s locations are now carrying Ruby Jean’s juices — a local, Black-owned juicery. Flavors include Gigi Splash, Goode Vibes Only, Tri Citrus, and Vine Street Greens.

• The Ultimate LEGO A-Z is bringing its fun to Union Station on Saturday, Oct. 28. This international exhibition of creativity will feature 150+ custom-built LEGO models — plus, plenty of opportunities to play and build. Tickets start at $14 (children under three get in free). Buy yours.

• If you’re looking for an elegant night out and a memorable experience, add dinner and a show at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts to your must-do list. Editor Charmaine recently tried it for herself — read all her pro tips + plan your visit.*

• Did you know annual screenings are essential for good breast health? Dr. Onalisa Winblad, Director of Breast Imaging, recommends these seven tips to get your best mammogram.*

• The arena opened in November 2009 as the home of the Mavericks, plus a performance venue for concerts and events.
• Games at the arena can seat 5,800 fans.

• The Mavs qualified for the postseason in six of their first seven seasons.
• The Mavericks won the John J. ‘Buck’ O’Neil Diamond MVP Award from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City for the team’s charitable efforts with the Dinner on Ice event.