Level up your summer with fresh finds at deep discounts. | Photos provided by Wayfair
Christmas came early. Wayfair’s Black Friday in July Sale — aka, their biggest sale of the summer — kicks off today, July 26.
Snag up to 80% off on everything from patio furniture and grills to decor and rugs with thousands of sitewide discounts and limited-time flash deals, now through Monday, July 29.
Need some local inspo? Savor the season in style with these City Editor picks, perfect for summer in KC.
Solo stove: Editor Charm has one, and it’s perfect for those backyard bonfires in the middle of the city (read: it makes a smokeless fire).
Embroidered pillow cover: This pillow cover is good for both indoor and outdoor spaces, making it great for brunch or a backyard barbecue — and it comes in both red and yellow, which is a must in the Chiefs Kingdom.
Swivel barrel chair: If your reading nook needs a re-do, then this chair should be your go-to. Read your good news morning newsletters (wink wink) while tucked away in this chair, sipping your morning coffee.
Mid-century modern pet couch: Since KC is the unofficial city of dogs, we know you want your pooch to sit in style, too. Give Fido all the comfort without sacrificing your taste.
We Scream FOUR Ice Cream | Friday, July 26 | 6-8 p.m. | Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St., Merriam, KS | $0-$9 | Celebrate the community center’s fourth birthday with pirate + mermaid performers, prizes, and free ice cream from Polar Oasis.
Kansas City Royals vs. Chicago Cubs | Friday, July 26 | 7:10 p.m. | Kauffman Stadium, KCMO | $41-$135 | Hope Chicago can bear the beating they’re about to get.
Kreepfest Haunter’s Gathering | Friday, July 26-Sunday, July 28 | Times vary | VFW, 1804 N. Commercial St., Harrisonville, MO | Free | This is summer-ween. Enjoy games, prop-building demonstrations, Zombie Prom, and more spooky activities to help prepare you for your fave holiday.
Ice Cube | Friday, July 26 | 8 p.m. | GrindersKC, 1826 Locust St., KCMO | $105 | West coast meets no coast as Ice Cube breezes into KC with classics like “It Was a Good Day” and “You Know How We Do It.”
Saturday, July 27
Thrift Tours | Saturday, July 27 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Troost39 Thrift Store, 3922 Troost Ave., KCMO | $64 | Thrift, shop, party, and repeat with fashion + thrift expert Ciara Barton (as seen on Fox 4) who will show you the ropes.
Make a Leather Card Wallet | Saturday, July 27 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Madison Flitch, E. 16th St., KCMO | $60 | Channel your inner leatherworker to create your own embellished wallet.
Sunday, July 28
All GM + Corvette Car Show | Sunday, July 28 | 8 a.m. | Cable Dahmer Arena, Independence, MO | $5 | Horsepower meets haute couture at this showcase benefiting Children’s Mercy Hospital.
Monday, July 29
Braggn Blonde | Mon., Jul. 29 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | American Honey Hair Co., 6630 Martway St., Mission, KS | Come elevate your blonding skills, learn new foil placement, and explore the world of blondes.
The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum is moving home base. A new 30,000-sqft space will be built just north of The Paseo YMCA as a part of a 2.8-acre campus. Its new field will also feature a hotel, ~150 apartments + retail shops. A timeline is TBA. (Kansas City Business Journal)
Ranked
Two local spots were named to Time’s annual list of the World’s Greatest Places: CPKC stadium and our new children’s literature museum The Rabbit hOle. If you haven’t seen these two spots yet we’d say it’s about time to pay them a visit.
Number
$25 million. That’s how much money has been donated to KC’s diaper bank, Happy Bottoms, as of this week. The local nonprofit has been dishing out diapers to metro families in need since 2009. Want to do your doody? You can donate once or on a monthly basis. (FOX4)
Sports
Well, only if eating is a sport. To celebrate the Olympics, McLain’s Bakery’s Waldo location (201 E. Gregory Blvd.) is selling cookie cups with gold, silver, and bronze cookie medals buried in a select few. Be lucky enough to find one + you’ll stand on the (imaginary) podium with a gift card.
Drink Up
How refreshing. Drink Up Week runs through today — our annual celebration of Kansas City’s drink culture. Local businesses are offering buzzy deals like BOGO half off smoothies + energy drinks at Lee’s Summit Nutrition and reverse happy hour at Restless Spirits Distilling, so treat yourself and toast to our town’s vibrant bevvy scene.
Legacy
Former KU athletic director Bob Marcum has died at the age of 87. Under his leadership from 1978 to 1982, the department boasted 15 Big Eight Conference titles across six sports. (Kansas City Star)
2024’s “it card” is here. Not only does it offer a $200 bonus, but also unlimited 1.5% cash back and 0% intro APR until 2025. (Annual fee? We don’t know her.)*
Now brewing: coffee with a side of astrology. | Photo by @parisicoffee
Our local coffee scene is brewed strong. Each spot offers celestial flavors + a distinct ambiance that keeps Kansas City buzzing. If you were to think of these unique shops as zodiac signs, here’s how they would align.
With “corazón” translating to “heart,” this spot is a perfect fit for the warm, loving nature Leos possess. These lions are anything but cowardly, making sure to let their presence be known — similar to both of Café Corazón’s stunning murals.
The botanical cafe in a greenhouse sums up Virgo’s practical + grounded qualities. As an earth sign, it sure doesn’t hurt to nurture those roots with the company of a plant or two while working at one of its cozy indoor seating spots.
A foldable lap desk — it’s great for those who work from home, college students heading back to school, or anyone looking to read, write, or stream while they sip coffee in bed (read: us).
It’s Fri-yay. We made it everyone. I am excited to snuggle up in my cozy reading nook and page through a few books that have been on my backlog, like “Finley Donovan Is Killing It.” I got it immediately during the debut two years ago and all I’ve had time to do is take pretty pictures of its cover... until now.
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