02.01.2024

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📚 A bibliophile’s bliss

New and coming soon local bookstores across the KC Metro

Seven Stories bookstore shawnee mission ks wide shot of the entire store setup

We think you’ll find way more than seven stories in here. | Photo by Seven Stories

Do you identify with the word tsundoku? It means to buy books and let them pile up without reading them.

If you or someone you know is a book dragon, we have the solution. Feed the beast by checking out these new local bookstores in the KC metro — no library card needed.

Monstera’s Books | 7930 Floyd St., Overland Park, KS
Husband-wife duo Justin and Kate Wieners will open this plant + book shop this spring. The store will offer vintage vibes while selling new and used novels. Though the brick-and-mortar is still under construction, its online store is ready to rumble.

Seven Stories | 11109 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS
At 14 years old, owner Halley Vincent is currently the youngest member of the American Booksellers Association. Shelves are lined with books from different cultures and languages, curated by Vincent herself.

Turnsol Books & Coffee | 1664 Broadway Blvd., KCMO
Step in this shop and you’re stepping into history. The first worker-owned bookstore in the metro, Turnsol Books & Coffee carries books from every walk of life and aims to become a publisher as well.

Under the Cover Bookstore picture taken outside the shop showing the sign — Underneath that sign rests a romantic bookstore.
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Photo by Under The Cover

Under The Cover | 605 E. 31st St., KCMO
KC’s first romance bookshop self-describes as “an independent woman-owned bookstore nestled in the historic House of Flowers building in Union Hill.” Need an excuse to pop by? It’s hosting a 90s Best Author Mix and Mingle on Friday, Feb. 2, 6:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Tickets are $10.

The Pretty Posy | 7942 Santa Fe. Dr., Overland Park, KS
The boutique got bumped for books. The former clothing store will soon stock shelves instead of hangers, featuring books that cater to women + children. An opening date is TBA so watch its Instagram for updates.

Still craving more? Read our list of local bookstores across the KC metro.

Asked

This or that: E-books or paper books?

A. E-books — “E” is for easy storage.
B. Paper books — Nothing beats that real book smell.
C. Neither — Give me an audiobook.

Battle of the books

Events

Thursday, Feb. 1

Pickleball Learn to Play Happy Hour | Thursday, Feb. 1 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Hy-Vee Arena, 1800 Genessee St., KCMO | $25 | Learn the rules, common moves, and beginner strategies.
Dulcé Sloan | Thursday, Feb. 1-Saturday, Feb. 3 | 7 p.m. | The Comedy Club of Kansas City, 1130 W. 103rd St., KCMO | $20-$225 | Most recently a correspondent on Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show” with Trevor Noah, she has been hailed by Rolling Stone as a “Top Comedian To Watch” — and now she’s live in KC.
Störling Dance Theater Presents Underground | Thursday, Feb. 1-Friday, Feb. 2 | 7:30 p.m. | Kauffman Center, KCMO | $43 | The 17th annual performance of Underground will feature a special guest appearance by Grammy Award-winning gospel singer, Israel Houghton.

Friday, Feb. 2

Disturbed | Friday, Feb. 2 | 10 a.m. | T-Mobile Center, KCMO | $24.50-$124.50 | Multi-platinum rock band Disturbed stops in Kansas City for their “Take Back Your Life” tour.

Saturday, Feb. 3

Beginner Sewing: Duffel Bag | Saturday, Feb. 3 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Rightfully Sewn, 7501 Prospect Ave., KCMO | $85 | Learn how to sew your own duffle bag — no previous experience needed.
Enchanted Forest Father-Daughter Dance | Saturday, Feb. 3 | 6-8 p.m. | Raymore-Peculiar High School, 20801 S. School Rd., Peculiar, MO | $20-$35 | Girls K-5th grade and fathers (or other special adults) can enjoy a memorable night.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Opening

“You’re a wizard (pop-up bar), Harry.” Tomorrow marks the opening of Sorcerer’s Speakeasy at Leinie Lodge (1323 Walnut St., KCMO). Fridays-Sundays throughout February, enjoy wizarding trivia, DJ nights, and menu items such as butter brew, unicorn blood + dragon’s tail soup. Reserve a table.

Coming Soon

Truly Madly Depot. That’s not a typo, that’s the name of the new locally-owned novelty gift shop opening on Saturday, Feb. 10 at 5727 Johnson Dr., Mission, KS. Stop by to stock up on your greeting cards, crafting kits, and tchotchkes. (Johnson County Post)

Closed

Temporarily. Lenexa’s Chick-fil-A (15919 W. 87th St. Pkwy.) will be closed for several weeks for renovations. Planned upgrades include a drive-thru door and a new front counter area.

Feel Good

Raytown’s 10-year-old Catalina Campos launched “Grandparent’s Closet” at Armour Oaks Senior Living Community (8100 Wornall Rd., KCMO). A program within her nonprofit, CIRCUL KC, the quarterly pop-up shop provides free items like clothes, shoes, medical supplies + makeup for senior citizens. Volunteer or donate. (KOMU)

Theater

“Let us be elegant or die.” See the musical retelling of “Little Women” on Saturday, Feb. 10, at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m., at the Midwest Trust Center (12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS) — featuring OP native Aaron Bower as Marmee March. Tickets range between $12-$15. (Broadway World)

Sports

The Chiefs are heading to the Super Bowl with a new patch job. A patch honoring the late Norma Hunt has been added to their jerseys where the captain patch used to be. The captain patch has been moved to the other side.

The Word

is “Swiftonomics.” That’s the word coined for Taylor Swift’s financial impact on the NFL + Kansas City. Super Bowl tickets are 36% higher, women viewership is up 9%, and the digital value she’s given the NFL is ~$330 million. Local biz EB and Co. even had to temporarily close to fulfill orders. (Turn to 23)

Home

This Valentine’s Day decor is making our hearts skip a beat and includes heart-shaped wreaths, neon “love” signs, heart-shaped felt garlands, and cozy red blankets.*

Cause

👟Taking it in stride

Independence teen needs help buying size 23 shoes

Jor’el Neal Independence teen needs size 23 shoes

We think it would be difficult for most of us to walk a mile in his shoes. | Photo by Tamika Neal

$1,500. That’s the cost of one pair of size 23 shoes.

Independence 16-year-old Jor’el is 6’5, 380 lbs and has outgrown all of his current shoes. He now needs a size 23 — that’s one size bigger than what Shaquille O’Neal wears.

His mother, Tamika Neal, created a GoFundMe campaign to help.

“Who would have thought I’d be asking for help with shoes? This is not an easy ask,” she said.

Jor’el’s current shoes are too uncomfortable to wear as staples come out and poke him, making it difficult for him to even attend school.

The campaign has a goal of $6,000 so that Tamika can continue to buy shoes for her son that she says is still growing. Currently, $4,855 has been raised by 119 people.

Want to help Jor’el get on his feet? You can donate or share the campaign.

The Buy

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A gift from Six & Main’s Valentine’s Day collection for someone you love. There’s colorful chocolates, funny cards, games for couples, and lots and lots of pink.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Charmaine

From the editor

Those of you who read this section know I’m very Type A — extremely driven by checklists and goals. So this year, for my New Year’s resolution, I promised myself I’d slow down and enjoy life more.

As a part of that I have fun goals like have a picnic, visit some museums, host brunch parties, and go see some live shows.

This weekend I’m honoring that by going to Autorama and seeing comedian Dulcé Sloan live. I’m also going to sit down and start reading at least one of the books you all recommended.

I’m so proud of me.

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