These vegetables look simply gourdgeous. | Photo by @brooksidefarmersmarket
These 70-degree highs have us breaking out our tank tops and our reusable tote bags.
Get in the spring spirit and support all things local with our round-up of 10+ soon-to-open farmers markets where you’ll find fresh food, live music, and local vendors.
Features: For a $20 annual fee, you can become a Friend of the Market and receive a tote bag or license plate, as well as a voting seat at the Annual Market meeting.
Features: This neighborhood market is one of the many stops on Cultivate KC’s Farmers Market Passport where you can earn prizes like 10% off at Ruby Jean’s Juicery.
Big 12 Mens Basketball Tournament — Session 1 | 11:30 a.m. | T-Mobile Center | $4+ | Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just here for the bracket drama, you won’t want to miss the early-round action as KC hosts for the 24th year.
Wednesday, March 12
KC Comets Meet + Greet | 6:30-8 p.m. | Tacos 4 Life, Blue Springs | Free | Meet your favorite indoor soccer stars, snap a pic, and get some autographs — all while indulging in delicious tacos that give back with every bite.
Thursday, March 13
Luck of the Irish Farm to Table Dinner | 6-9 p.m. | Colonial Gardens, Blue Springs | $60+ | Indulge in a beautifully crafted five-course menu by guest chef Tyler Frye, featuring Irish-inspired dishes made with the finest locally sourced ingredients.
Friday, March 14
Naka-Kon Anime Convention | Friday, March 14-Sunday, March 16 | Times vary | Overland Park Convention Center | $35+ | Catch guest panels and performances, be part of cosplay competitions, enter contests, and learn about working in the anime, manga, and music industries.
One Night of Queen | 8 p.m. | Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland | $47+ | Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? For 20+ years, Gary Mullen and The Works have been rocking crowds with their spot-on tribute featuring all the hits.
Class is in session. Four Kansas City Public Schools board seats are up for election this spring. Get to know the seven candidates and where they stand on the $474 million bond issue before voting on Tuesday, April 8. (The Beacon)
Open
A quaint turn-of-the-century Parkville cottage was waiting for the perfect tenant — and then Wild Flour Baking Co. came along. Renovations are finally complete within its butter-yellow walls, with the new sweet shop now offering everything from cinnamon rolls and kolaches to a full espresso bar. (Kansas City Star)
Trending
What does Reese Witherspoon, the St. Regis Cairo, and a Michelin-star restaurant in Taiwan have in common? Their digs are dripping in Porter Teleo. Hear from the KC-based brand known for hand-painted wall-hangings and get inspired by their bold designs. (IN Kansas City)
Civic
They may work closer to our friends at NOVAtoday, but these state representatives serve Kansas City voters. Find out how to reach yours with The Beacon’s guides for Missouri residents + their Kansas neighbors.
Eat
Scoop alert. Betty Rae’s is opening its fourth Johnson County location in Deer Creek Marketplace this spring, and Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is bringing its first metro shop to 95th & Quivira later this year. (Johnson County Post + Kansas City Star)
Plan Ahead
Here’s a paw-some event you won’t want to miss: The Pet Resource Center of Kansas City’s annual Fairy-Tails Ball returns on Saturday, April 5. Fetch tickets for an evening of auctions, food and drinks, a photo booth, puppy snuggles, and more — all while supporting this local organization.*
Tech
HP Instant Ink smart printers automatically monitor ink levels and send new cartridges directly to your door before you run out. Get a $10 welcome credit.*
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The Buy
The Buy
Introducing: Nordstrom Rack best-sellers you wish you bought sooner. Thank us later.
I’m working on the first installment of our KC Childhood Dream Jobs series, but I wanted to share this gem of a response.
Reader Hannah V. dreamed of being an Olympic volleyball player, played in college, then coached — now she helps break barriers working at Women Leaders in Sports: “It makes my ‘little girl’ self happy to know I am helping women achieve their dreams in the sports world!”
We’re not crying, but our eyes are definitely sweating...
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