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• Library Benefit Book Sale | Friday, Aug. 30 | 10 a.m. | The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art | Item price | Book lovers can shop a variety of art books at incredible prices, all supporting the Spencer Art Reference Library.
• Mutt & Merlot Weekend | Friday, Aug. 30-Sunday, Sept. 1 | Times vary | KC Wine Co | Menu price | Howl at the moon during this dog-friendly weekend featuring discounts, live music, and bingo.

• Kansas City Chalk & Walk Festival | Saturday, Aug. 31-Sunday, Sept. 1 | Times vary | City Market | Free | You’ll be in chalk and awe as you watch up to 60 artists create 3D designs on the pavement.

• Berkley Riverfront Festival | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Berkley Riverfront Park | Free entry | The city’s weekly hub for all things art, entertainment, and community connection is back for the summer season.

• Kansas City Royals vs. Cleveland Guardians | Monday, Sept. 2 | 3:10 p.m. | Kauffman Stadium | $17-$110 | Picture this: a brew in one hand, a ballpark dog in the other, and an afternoon off spent watching America’s game.

• Season Kickoff Tailgate Party - Taylor’s Version | Tuesday, Sept. 3 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Multiple locations | $60 | Make your way through downtown Lee’s Summit for a myriad of experiences, games, food + drink, and prizes that are Chiefs themed.

• A private lounge for everyone. Meet Escape, KCI’s new pay-per-visit amenity coming to Concourse A. The lounge, which is currently under construction, will feature a chef-curated menu, exclusive beverage options, high-speed wifi, power outlets, and a digital library with 7,000+ publications.

• Columbus Park is trading its DIY skate park for new residential real estate. Edward Franklin Building Co. is preparing to bring 84 single-family homes + townhomes to Fourth Street, with prices planned to range $500,000-$700,000+. The first home is expected to hit the market in 2026. (Kansas City Business Journal)

• Funko Pop fanatics can try something new during next week’s NFL season opener. The pop culture figurine creator is coming to KC’s Power & Light to debut its Funko Funzone. Stop by from 2 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, Sept 5 to customize your own NFL-themed creation, play games + win prizes. (Kansas City Star)

• Whoa. Not everyday does your book signing come with a movie star sighting. On Wednesday, Keanu Reeves stopped by Fairway’s Rainy Day Books to sign 200 copies of his latest novel, “The Book to Elsewhere.” Word got out (obviously) and all signed copies are already spoken for.

• The semester has started — and Niche’s college rankings are finally here. Washington University in St. Louis took MO’s No. 1 spot while the University of Kansas earned top marks on the other side of State Line. Curious to see where your alma mater placed?

• The Country Club Plaza said goodbye to Messenger Coffee’s 47th Street location this week. Don’t worry though, you can still sip your fave items from the local roaster at its other Plaza spot: 4771 Jefferson St. (Kansas City Magazine)

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