KC’s forgotten fashion district | The inconspicuous stretch of 11th Street between Main and Grand was once home to Kansas City’s premier shopping district, long before big-box malls and the Country Club Plaza stole its thunder.
Major leap for South Loop project | After a quiet year of behind-the-scenes work, the city revealed key contractor approvals, pre-construction services... oh, and a $31.4 million award from MoDOT.
New Year’s Eve parties in KC | Need some new places to pop the bubbly? Don’t worry, KCtoday has the scoop on the 10 best spots to watch the ball drop on Tuesday, Dec. 31.
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“It’s A Wonderful Life” | 7-9 p.m. | The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art | $13 | Westport’s historic Tivoli Cinema has been revived as the museum’s arthouse theater, showing Frank Capra’s feel-good classic about a decent small-town banker and a unforgettable Christmas lesson.
Saturday, Dec. 21
The Dub KC Fundraiser | 3 p.m. | Strange Days Brewing Co. | Cost of purchase | Strange Days is teaming up with Kansas City’s soon-to-be women’s sports bar to offer great drinks, bites from Burn Theory Fire Kitchen, a silent auction, and merch sale.
Creature Crafternoon: Yule Goat | 3-5 p.m. | ReRoll Tavern | $20 | Create your own spirit of the season, believed to appear before Christmas to ensure that holiday preparations were set and ready, and stay after for Skalds & Shields: A Yule Viking Celebration.
Holiday Vinyl Clash | 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m. | MOD Gallery & Space | $8 | From timeless classics to hidden gems, expect an eclectic mix of dance music from local DJs spinning nothing but vinyl.
Sunday, Dec. 22
Snowflake Soiree | Saturday, Dec. 21-Sunday, Dec. 22 | 7-10:30 p.m. | CPKC Stadium | $50 | Visit CPKC Stadium for a holiday feast featuring dishes like A5 wagyu, sweet potato pierogi with bourbon creme fraiche, and chocolate peppermint ganache tarts.
Chivos Food Pop-up | 2-6 p.m. | Casual Animal Brewing Co. | Cost of purchase | Round up a few friends for board games and beer, before ordering one of everything off the food truck’s rotating menu of smash burgers, tacos, desserts, and more.
Monday, Dec. 23
“Frozen” in Concert Film + Live Orchestra | Monday, Dec. 23-Tuesday, Dec. 24 | Times vary | Helzberg Hall | $74+ | Do you wanna build a snowman? Watch the magic of Disney’s epic winter adventure unfold on the big screen as your Kansas City Symphony performs the score live.
You officially have an excuse if you can’t check off all your tasks tomorrow — it’s the shortest day of the year. Tomorrow, Dec. 21 is the winter solstice and the beginning of Yule. Celebrate at KC Oasis’ Secular Solstice event.
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$597,000. That’s the approximate income you need to make to be considered a one-percenter in Missouri, which ups to $659,000 in Kansas — compare that to the $1.22 million you need to make in Washington D.C. Factor that into the cost of living in Kansas City. (Axios)
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There’s a new app in town.Mozi lets you know when you’re in the same city or at the same event as other friends. If you’re headed to Crown Center Ice Terrace (or any other winter events), for instance, you can use the app to meet up with other people you know who’ll be there.
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$106. That’s the average cost for a family of four to attend a Royals game, according to a study by MoneyGeek. Hoping to avoid that price? Consider attending a weekday game, which can save families $25 on average. Purchase tickets for next season, starting with the home opener on Thursday, March 27.
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🎁 Don’t miss these last-minute gift picks
Including a cute necklace and a Kindle remote page turner. | Graphic by 6AM City
Need a last-minute holiday gift that will ship quickly? Shop five great gifts available with Prime two-day shipping.
Layering initial necklace | $15.99 | Ship it fast, but make it feel personal with this 14K gold necklace displaying their first name initial.
Magnetic portable power bank charger | $37.99 | Perfect for the friend whose phone is always dying, this portable charger offers on-the-go power.
Candle warmer lamp + Thymes Fraiser Fir Candle | $39.99 + $36.00 | Make a candle extra special by pairing it with a warmer lamp that will make it last longer with flame-free heat.
What would make your hair stick up like that? Only one way to know... | Photo via Science City
We’re not kiddin’ around. From major attractions like Worlds of Fun to hidden gems like Yaya’s Alpaca Farm, there’s something in KC for children of all ages. You’ll have no trouble entertaining the youngsters with this list of 35+ kid-friendly activities around Kansas City.
🧠 Educational activities
The Rabbit hOle, 919 E. 14th Ave., North Kansas City, MO | 🎟️ Family memberships available Classic children’s literature is brought to life with three floors of immersive, multi-sensory adventures.
Museum at Prairiefire, 5801 W. 135th St., Overland Park, KS | 🎟️ Family memberships available This natural history, culture, and science museum has interactive programs for adults and children. Our favorite part is the T. rex skeleton.
🎶 Movin’ and groovin’
American Jazz Museum, 1616 E. 18th St., KCMO | 🎟️ Prices vary This museum showcases the sights and sounds of jazz through interactive exhibits and films.
Warning: Warm fuzzies ahead. I wanted to take a moment to thank you all — whether you’ve slid into our inbox this year or simply never miss an issue, local journalism thrives because of readers like you.
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