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Midwest Poet Series: Sarah Ghazal Ali | 6:30-8 p.m. | Rockhurst University | Free, RSVP | Listen in as the decorated author, poet, and professor shares her work with a discussion and book signing.
Thursday, Feb. 20
Minds in Motion | 1 p.m. | The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art | Free, RSVP | Using prompts designed to spark imagination and engagement, participants with memory loss and their care partners co-create stories and build connections.
Friday, Feb. 21
Annual Western Farm Show | Friday, Feb. 21-Sunday, Feb. 23 | Times vary | Hale Arena | $10 | Embrace the Cow Town spirit with this long-standing showcase featuring the latest in agricultural tech and acres of family-friendly activities.
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons | 6:15-7:30 p.m. | The Chapel, Unity Temple on the Plaza | $41 | Experience iconic hits like Coldplay’s “Fix You” in a live, multi-sensory musical experience.
Saturday, Feb. 22
Race to Nowhere — Stationary Bike Race | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Kirmayer Fitness Center, KCK | $40 | The bikes may go nowhere during these 30-minute heats, but you’ll be supporting a community wellness program for persons with MS.
SWJ Tattoo Party | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Sierra Winter Jewelry | $15 deposit | Take the leap and get the small tattoo you’ve always wanted with pre-drawn celestial designs by Katie Quirino, a licensed artist from Yiayias Tattoo.
42nd Annual KCAC Art Auction | 5 p.m. | The Medallion Room at Park39 | Free entry | Acquire art from sought-after established and emerging artists, with all proceeds going to fund Kansas City Artists Coalition programming.
Sebastian Maniscalco: “It Ain’t Right” Tour | 7 p.m. | T-Mobile Center | $50+ | The star of HBO’s “Bookie” is ready for another record-breaking comedy tour on KC’s biggest stage.
Yesterday’s multiple hazardous weather alerts have given way to a balmy high of... wait for it... 10°. If you’re staying safe and warm inside today, consider giving to those who can’t by donating to Shelter KC or purchasing directly from its Amazon wishlist.
Sports
Seems like our WNBA dreams are dashed, for now at least. While we wait for the next chance to fill T-Mobile with world-class athletes, catch up with five rising stars honing their skills at metro-area high schools. (KCBJ + Kansas City Magazine)
Announced
He “look[ed] for America” alongside pop darling Sabrina Carpenter during the “S.N.L” 50th Anniversary celebration, now prolific singer-songwriter Paul Simon is making his way to The Midland. Tickets for his Saturday, April 26 stop in the Heartland go on sale this Friday, Feb. 21 at 10 a.m.
Watch
The University of Kansas is sending Oscar-winning screenwriter and film professor Kevin Willmott off to retirement with a four-day film fest in his honor. Catch screenings now through Saturday, Feb. 22, or opt for few flicks closer to home with the free Reel Black Film Fest, presented by KC PBS. (Kansas City Star)
Eat
All the way from Seattle’s Pike Place Market, Eastern European-inspired bakery Piroshky Piroshky is popping up in KCMO. Place your pastry order online ahead of time and pick it up at The Big Rip Brewing Co. on Thursday, March, 20 for your chance to savor this Anthony Bourdain-approved dish.
Wellness
While we wait for Vitamin D straight from the sun, a “tech-infused” spa is bringing a new bronzing option to south Overland Park. Along with its namesake service, Glo Tanning plans to offer red light therapy and “body facials” upon opening its second metro location at 159th and Metcalf this March. (Johnson County Post)
Health
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The wait is over for caffeinated chlorophyll enthusiasts: Café Equinox is now open inside Liberty’s Family Tree Nursery. Stop by the greenhouse for some much needed humidity and a sip of Thou Mayest’s top-notch roasts Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Have you flown in/out of the new KCI terminal yet?
I suppose “new” is a relative term— especially when over 90% of readers have already traveled through KCI 2.0. As someone who only experienced the award-winning upgrades last month, let’s just say I thought there would be more than 14 readers in the same boat, car, bicycle... anything but a plane.
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