• Kids and K9s Summer Camp | Monday, July 29-Friday, Aug. 2 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Dogs’ Spot Dog Training Center and Boutique, 1701 Iron St., North Kansas City, MO | $249 | Kiddos will learn all about animal behavior, dog safety + how to teach basic tricks and agility with a specially selected canine companion.

• International Friendship Day Urban Hike | Tuesday, July 30 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Hey Sugar, 426 N. 6th St., KCK | $40 | Start with a stop at Hey Sugar for some artisan ice cream before trekking about Strawberry Hill with a few of your favorite people.

• Hey, everybody! It’s me, Mickey Mouse! | Wednesday, July 31 | 6 p.m. | Union Station, KCMO | $15 | Join Bret Iwan, the voice of Mickey Mouse, as he shares his journey from Hallmark Cards illustrator to one of the most iconic characters in the world.
• Melissa Etheridge and Jewel | Wednesday, July 31 | 7:30 p.m. | Starlight Theatre, 4600 Starlight Rd., KCMO | $29-$151 | The hit singer-songwriters have paired together for a night of crooning hits under the stars.

• Paint Your Pet | Thursday, Aug. 1 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Craft Putt, 11440 W. 135th St., Overland Park, KS | $45 | Here’s a recipe for art you’ll really love: one part unwinding with guided painting, two parts love for your favorite pooch.

• Friday Night Sound Bites | Friday, Aug. 2 | 7-10 p.m. | Lenexa Public Market, 8750 Penrose Ln., Lenexa, KS | Free entry | Grab a friend, get some grub, and groove into the weekend.

• Hear those bells? That’s the former Broadway Baptist Church, now Melrose Abbey — Westport’s newest wedding + event venue. Developed by TikToker Johnny Youssef, the historic building underwent a $3 million renovation and has ~40 weddings already booked for 2025. Rentals start at $5,000. (Kansas City Star)

• Small plates + vibey dining is what’s for dinner at new Crossroads restaurant Triune. The 2,300-sqft space features a large patio and American fusion menu, touting items like coffee-rubbed short ribs with an espresso orange demi-glace. Reservations open Wednesday, July 31. (Kansas City Magazine)

• The Old Westport wagon was quite a bit older than we imagined. After its removal + replacement last month, members of the Westport Historical Society noticed a number on its axles: “1838" — over 20 years older than previously thought. (Kansas City Star)

• Death, taxes, construction on KC highways. The 69 Express project plans to shut down a portion of 119th Street, directly under the highway, for 60 days starting in August. The nearby Highland Plaza will still be accessible near the Grant Street entrance. (FOX4)

• Think your sandwich-making skills bring home the bacon? Put them to the test at Slow Food KC’s BLT Challenge on Sunday, Aug. 4. Judges include cookbook author Judith Fertig, former KC Star food editor Jill Silva, and KC journalist + writer Michael Mackie. A Local Pig BLT is included for registered attendees.

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