No caption needed for this feeling. |Photo by Evan Sanders and Kansas City Chiefs
Whether you’re a sports fanatic — or just look good in red and gold — when it comes to sports, Kansas City has no shortage of teams to support.
🏈 Kansas City Chiefs (NFL) | Est. 1963
After formerly playing in Dallas, TX as the Texans for two years in the American Football League, owner Lamar Hunt moved the team to Kansas City, and the rest is history.
Arrowhead is known as the loudest stadium in football, breaking a Guinness World Record in 2014 after reaching 142.2 decibels during a game against the New England Patriots.
Those look like the smiles of soon-to-be champions. | Photo via KC Current
⚽ Kansas City Current (NWSL) | Est. 2020
The National Women’s Soccer League announced an expansion franchise to KC in 2020. The club later announced official branding as the Current ahead of the 2021 season.
Sunset Salute: Veterans Day Concert | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | National WWI Museum and Memorial | Free | Bring a chair and a friend to enjoy the fanfare of the Premier Navy Brass Band and Woodwind Quintet honoring Kansas City Navy Week.
No Sleep November 2024 | 8-10 p.m. | THE BLACK BOX | $25 | Teams of writers, actors, and technicians are given 24 hours to create, rehearse, and perform a brand new lineup of short plays.
Tuesday, Nov. 12
Show Me MO Fashion Show | 5-9 p.m. | Hilton Garden Inn, Independence | $100+ | Kansas City is hosting Special Olympics Missouri’s very first Show Me MO Fashion Show, featuring athlete models wearing outfits provided by local businesses.
Josh Gates Live! | 7:30 p.m. | Kauffman Center | $49.50+ | The adventurer + author behind Discovery Channel smash hit “Expedition Unknown” will take viewers around the world with stories from his greatest adventures.
Wednesday, Nov. 13
Relief-Print Your Own Wrapping Paper | 6-9 p.m. | 1427 W. 9th St. | $100 | Learn the basics of free hand and traditional press relief printing to make fun handmade wrapping paper, perfect for the holidays.
Thursday, Nov. 14
Tusk: The Classic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac | 7 p.m. | Uptown Theater | $39+ | Playing the hits and deep cuts of Fleetwood Mac, Tusk has been crisscrossing the country since 2008 with note-perfect renditions of both the solo + full band songs.
The Moth: Storytelling Competition | 7:30 p.m. | Knuckleheads | $15 | You’ve tuned in to The Moth Radio Hour on KCUR, now you can listen live as fellow Kansas Citians prepare their best five-minute stories about food.
Friday, Nov. 15
Social Couture | 6-10 p.m. | The Guild | $50+ | Expect an elevated runway beneath the chandelier at The Guild and a behind-the-scenes showcase of top designers and their “littles,” all supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters KC.
Veterans Day, a federal holiday commemorating people who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Expect various closures related to the holiday, and help honor our military personnel by checking out Lenexa City Hall’s veteran-made “Place of Peace” art showcase or visiting the National WWI Museum and Memorial for discounted admission.
Civic
City Council approved at least $750,000 for the Linwood Shopping Center CID, aimed at improving infrastructure + safety around the Sun Fresh Market at 31st and Prospect. The money will not cover standard operating costs for the city-owned property, but will allow for additional security + lighting in the coming weeks. (FOX4)
Opening
Veterinary Emergency Group has begun construction on a 24/7 pet hospital near OP’s Town Center (6347 W. 119th St.). Its services — from diagnostic testing and accident wound care to emergency surgery — will be offered to all pets “from tails to scales,” reptiles + birds included. (Johnson County Post)
Pets
Good dog, Bella. Is that something you’ve said recently? You’re not alone — Bella is the most popular name for dogs in Kansas + Missouri according to U.S. News & World Report. Take Bella to one of these dog-friendly spots around Kansas City.
Award
Homegrown banking. The American Bankers Association awarded one of Country Club Bank’s own, Director of Private Banking Rachael Ausmus, with its 2024 ABA Emerging Leader Award. The national accolade recognizes industry pros committed to achievement + service in their local communities.
Closing
Furniture + appliance retailer American Freight is shutting down, taking its three metro locations with it. Discounts up to 30% will be announced in the coming days, though no official closing date has been shared. (Kansas City Star)
Try This
The search for extraterrestrial life is underway at the Linda Hall Library, thanks to new exhibit “Life Beyond Earth?” running now through June. Explore historic findings, modern-day probes, the immersive Interplanetary Research Lab, and tune in to upcoming expert talks.
Giveaway
Here’s your chance to wear red bottoms, without having to foot the bill. Starting today at 5:30, The Monarch Bar is kicking off a weekly collab with Halls, gifting a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes to one lucky winner. Tickets will be handed out with seating, and the raffle will be drawn between 8 to 9:30 p.m. Dive into the details.
Health
This innovative device is changing the game of hearing aids. Its dual-processing systems separate speech from background noise, ensuring you never miss a beat. (Bonus: They’re rechargeable, comfortable, nearly invisible, and app-controlled.) Claim your free consultation.*
The Buy
The Buy
Your favorite Nordstrom item on sale, since the store’s limited-time fall sale ends tonight. We’re seeing: discounts on cashmere sweaters, leather loafers, and crisp white fashion sneakers.
I’m currently researching the best places to preorder Thanksgiving linner (lunch + dinner) around the metro and I could definitely use your help.
Have any tried and true spots for premade meals? Know of any restaurants always open the day-of? Drop me a line and I’ll keep it in mind for the upcoming article.
