For the game night fanatic

• FlipSwitch VR | Open daily, hours vary | 2021 Washington St. C, KCMO| $60+ (minimum two people) | Take family game night to a whole new dimension with a virtual reality quest.
• Game Show Battle Rooms | Open daily, 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. | 10520 Metcalf Ln., Overland Park, KS | Prices vary | $220+ (minimum six people) | Try your hand at this showdown game show experience (sans Vana White).
• Brkthrough | Open daily, hours vary | 6403 W 135th St. Ste. E4, Overland Park, KS | $60+ (minimum two people)| Down a pint from the 20-option self-pour wall + get locked in a room with your favorite people.

For the foodie

• The Culinary Center of Kansas City | Dates vary | 7920 Santa Fe Dr., Overland Park, KS | Prices vary | Have fun with other foodies while learning new techniques and recipes.
• Corvino Tasting Room | Thursday-Sunday at 7 p.m. | 1830 Walnut St., KCMO | $150+ | Experience the theater of an open kitchen alongside a 10-course menu.
• Tour the J. Rieger Distillery | Open daily, hours vary | 2700 Guinotte Ave., KCMO | $20+ | Purchase a tour pass here, and give the gift of tasting local spirits.

For the sports lover

• Puttery | Open daily, hours vary | 612 W. 47th St. Ste 140, KCMO | $25+ | PGA-worthy players and casual-drinkers unite at this swinging put-put bar.
• Super Smash KC |Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | 7360 W. 162nd St., Stilwell, KS | $30+ | Anyone 5+ can throw a healthy tantrum in this smash-it-all extravaganza (safety gear provided).
• Urban Hikes KC | Dates + times vary | Multiple locations | $38+ | Want to dive deeper into the local experience? Try one of Urban Hikes KC’s themed outings (or expedition for free with our guide here).

• Coffee and Connect | Wednesday, Dec. 13 | 8-9:30 a.m. | Hilton Garden Inn, 520 Minnesota Ave., KCK | Free | Meet your neighbors, connect with businesses + sip some coffee.
• Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane | Wednesday, Dec. 13-Sunday, Dec. 31 | 5-10 p.m. | Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, 13800 Switzer Rd., Overland Park, KS | Free | Pack the car and enjoy your favorite holiday tunes set to a spectacular light show.

• Salsa Dancing Lessons | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Weston Wine Company, 540 Main St., Weston, MO | $15 | Anyone, two left feet or not, is welcome at this beginner salsa dancing class.
• Open Mic | Thursday, Dec. 14-Tuesday, Jan. 16 | Times vary | The Comedy Club of Kansas City, 1130 W. 103rd St., KCMO | $5 | Show off your skills at this open mic night.

• Drink Your History: A Historical Tasting Series | Friday, Dec. 15 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Alexander Majors House and Barn, 6115 Wornall Rd., KCMO | $30 | Discover the American history of spirits in this four-part series.
• Harvey | Friday, Dec. 15-Sunday, Dec. 17 | Times vary | Frantze Family Black Box Theater, 11901 Wornall Rd., KCMO | $15.50-$20 | Explore the true meaning of friendship and individuality in this story about a man and his imaginary friend, a six-foot-tall rabbit named Harvey.

• $1 million. That’s how much money KCK’s Quindaro Ruins, the Civil War era boomtown and outpost along the Underground Railroad, will receive after a government settlement agreement. Preservation plans are TBA. (FOX4)

• There will be plenty of “Teal Rising Proud Pilsner” to go around at CPKC Stadium. As their eighth announced hospitality partner, the co-branded beer will be part of Boulevard Brewing Co.'s offerings at the new stadium next year.

• 38 acres of undeveloped land in Lenexa may become a 300-unit-plus multifamily project. The Kansas City-based Sunflower Development Group’s plans to transform the area south of 83rd Street between Woodsonia Drive and Monticello Road are pending city council rezoning. (Kansas City Business Journal)

• Spread cheer this year with the Community Service League’s annual Christmas Store. This week-long event services over 1,500+ local families in Jackson County. Learn how you can help make the holidays special.

• Chiefs superfan “Da Beard” died in an Independence car accident on Monday. Known for painting his face + beard red and gold, 43-year-old Daniel Nelson is remembered for his passion by friends and fellow fans. (KCTV5)

• It’s Christmas in Whoville, once again. Kansas City author Alistair Heim wrote “How the Grinch Lost Christmas,” the official sequel to Dr. Seuss’s original yuletide tale after nearly 60 years. Read about the Whos’ Christmas Tree Contest and the Grinch’s new tale of belonging. (KSHB)

• Great eggs-pectations are in order for Overland Parks’ backyard chicken program. Take a peck at the rules and apply for your city permit. Best of cluck!

• We’re hiring a Branded Copywriter to support the strategy, creation, and placement of branded content campaigns for 6AM City’s clients. From creating dynamic content (including written articles and social) within the 6AM tone and style to closely following the process of how we fulfill advertiser contracts — see details and apply.

• No Teams — The Royals are forced to live out their lease at the Kauffman, recieve a better deal elsewhere, and leave after 2031. The Chiefs cannot fulfill their desire to grow, build a stadium elsewhere in the meantime, and leave after 2031.
  
• Keep Both Teams — The Royals are allowed to build a new stadium downtown. The Chiefs take over the Truman Sports Complex and renovate.
  
• NKC — The Royals attempt to move to North Kansas City, vacating Truman Sports Complex. The Chiefs take over the Truman Sports Complex and renovate. The Royals could lose the vote in NKC and then have no home.