More room to glow

• The Doo Wop Project | Friday, March 1 | 8 p.m. | Yardley Hall in the Midwest Trust Center, 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS | $5-$35 | Celebrate a beloved music genre at this rave-reviewed show featuring Broadway stars.
• Friday Night Films | Friday, March 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Kansas City Bier Company, 310 W 79th St., Kansas City, MO | Free | Catch a free screening of “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure” and remember the golden rule — be excellent to each other.

• Hike Fox Hollow with a Naturalist | Saturday, March 2 | 10:30 a.m. | Lakeside Nature Center, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO | Free | Gear up and get guided through habitats around the center, like the upper Fox Hollow trail.
• Uncorked: KC Wine Fest | Saturday, March 2 | 1-9 p.m. | Union Station, 30 W. Pershing Rd., Kansas City, MO | $60-$75 | Enjoy 100+ wines and bubblies from across the globe + “outside the bottle” beverage options, a DJ, food trucks, and custom photo booths.
• Creature Crafternoon: Forest Spirit Terrarium | Saturday, March 2 | 2-4 p.m. | Westport Flea Market - Party Room, 817 Westport Rd., Kansas City, MO | $26 | Join fellow crafters and create your own magical scene with glow in the dark forest spirit figures.

• Fight For Air Climb | Sunday, March 3 | 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | One Kansas City Place, 1200 Main St., Kansas City, MO | $35-$45 | Featuring one-of-a-kind views and the best set of stairs this side of the Missouri River, gear up for a day of fun, challenge, and camaraderie.
• Loveless | Sunday, March 3 | 8 p.m. | The Madrid Theatre, 3810 Main St., Kansas City, MO | $25 | The LA-based duo known for their pop punk covers will take the stage.

• UMKC and the Royals signed a three-year partnership to provide mentorship and networking opportunities for students. Students will build a robot to throw the first pitch at a Royals game + collaborate with the team’s in-house creative agency, among other initiatives.

• Overland Park maker Annie’s Barn has raised $14,000 to alleviate school lunch debt across KC after its “Mama Kelce’s Cookies” mug exploded in popularity. Fans are loving these mugs — not least of which is Donna Kelce herself. (Johnson County Post)

• Missouri saw the highest increase to median rent in the nation in 2023, and Kansas saw the No. 6 highest, according to a report by Rent.com. Among large metros, Kansas City came in at No. 7 with a 7.6% increase since last January. (Kansas City Star)

• Worlds of Fun announced its 2024 opening day, as well as a host of new events. Gates open on Saturday, May 4, and you can look out for KidZfest in June, KC Nights in July, and Tricks and Treats in the fall. (FOX4)

• Plans to convert a La Quinta and Denny’s into a service center for unhoused people will cost $10 million with needed repairs. Philanthropic organizations have expressed interest in paying costs beyond the $6 million committed by Johnson County.(Johnson County Post)

• Johnson County Library and the City of Merriam need 300 volunteers for the Slate St. Storybook Relay. Help pass the last books from the Antioch Library to the new Merriam Plaza branch this Saturday, March 2 starting at 10 a.m.

• The Johnson County Unforked location plans to reopen in April after closing in December due to a fire. The Sheridan-owned restaurant currently sells locally sourced burgers, tacos, custard, and seasonal options at locations in Westwood and Crown Center. (Kansas City Star)

• It’s not every day that you find free, award-winning legal cannabis products. Cult favorite cannabis brand Indacloud is here with 30% off and free gummies with code “6AM” on any purchase. Get edibles, joints, and vapes for as low as $20 (and free gummies, of course) delivered to your door.*†

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