Learn a little along the way. | Photo by the National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
If you (or someone you know) recently retired, you might be looking for activities catering to older adults. Clock into our retirement guide, and find opportunities in Kansas City that work for you.
Get fit
If you’re not planning on slowing down in your retirement, keep moving with fitness classes designed for older Kansas Citians.
Kansas City Parks & Recreation hosts fitness classes for adults 60+ ranging from gentle chair yoga to pickleball.
Rather get your steps in sightseeing? Johnson County Parks & Recreation’s 50 Plus Program offers both day trips + global travel tours.
There’s no wrong way to get fit. Your first step could be as easy as finding walking trails at a local park or exploring one of KC’s easier hikes.
Game Night Showdown | 6 p.m. | Double Shift Brewing Company | Menu price | Challenge your crew to some friendly competition while enjoying deals on everything from sangria to beer, all night long.
Thursday, March 20
Modernist Happy Hour | 5:30 p.m. | Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen | Free | No lectures — just great company, craft cocktails, and lively conversation with fellow history buffs at this laid-back Crossroads happy hour.
Button Poetry Reading + Workshop | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Starlight Theatre | Donation | Get inspired at this writing workshop and be among the first to hear Aly Acevedo’s debut book, “My Dear Cult Leader,” read aloud under the stars.
Friday, March 21
Kansas City Ballet Presents “Don Quixote” | Friday, March 21-Sunday, March 30 | Times vary | Kauffman Center | $62+ | With dynamic choreography and colorful characters, this romantic ballet extravaganza whisks you away to the Spanish countryside for a vibrant retelling of Cervantes’ classic.
Saturday, March 22
Bloom With Purpose | 12-3 p.m. | Monarca Art Space - MÁS | $45 | Flex your floral design skills and craft a stunning bouquet, with all proceeds supporting the org’s arts-focused scholarship.
Latin Jazz Institute Presents: KC-Italy Jazz Project | 7-8:30 p.m. | Hotel Savoy Kansas City | $20+ | From Milan to KC, this international jazz fusion concert brings together bassist Niccolò Faraci and the Kansas City Latin Jazz Orchestra for a night of smooth rhythms and global grooves.
“2001: A Space Odyssey” | 7-9 p.m. | Stray Cat Film Center | $7 | Step into a cinematic time machine and experience Kubrick’s sci-fi masterpiece the way it was meant to be seen — on a rare 16mm CinemaScope print. Pro tip: Mineral Lounge is just around the corner for a post-film debrief over cocktails + wine.
Sunday, March 23
Still Equinox | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Crossroads Hotel | Price of purchase | Like a spring cleaning for the soul, shop this seasonal market full of vintage finds, mocktails, and massages — or step into a ticketed wellness journey.
Two neighborhoods, both alike in dignity — In fair Kansas City, where we lay our scene... Copa de Calle, a weekend-long soccer tennis showdown, kicks off Saturday, March, 29 in the Crossroads and River Market. Expect culturally-themed courts (Vietnamese + Mexican, respectively), plus DJs and local vendors like Café Cà Phê. (IN Kansas City)
Weather
In the least surprising news all week — Midwestern weather is deemed the nation’s most unpredictable, according to a recent analysis of National Weather Service data. But what exactly makes our forecast a daily gamble? The Star takes a dive into the science behind our ever-changing skies.
Announced
New spot, same creative vibes. With Berkley Riverfront under construction, Art Garden KC found a new home for its upcoming season. The beloved outdoor art market will now pop up during First Fridays, thanks to a recent collab with the Crossroads Community Association.
Family
It’s hump day for spring break, and if your kids are already chanting “we’re bored”, we’ve got you. Check out our kid-friendly activity guide packed with indoor + outdoor adventures to keep the little ones entertained (and keep you from losing your mind).
Sports
Tomorrow, both KU and Mizzou face off in the first round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament — and several metro natives will be lacing up for “The Big Dance.” Find the hometown talent to keep an eye out for with FOX4’s local baller round-up.
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Calling all educators: ScrapsKC is a thrift-store goldmine for affordable classroom supplies. Even better? Teachers get a free appreciation bag filled with goodies just by showing up.
Opening
KC’s dining scene is getting two new additions: Hank’s Garage — a retro auto-inspired bar and grill — opens in Shawnee tomorrow, March 20, while 30hop — an Iowa-based craft beer spot — opens Wednesday, April 30 in Merriam Grand Station. Cheers to that.(Kansas City Star + Johnson County Post)
Real Estate
Say hello to your new home. Move-ins are happening now at Katz in Westport, featuring a selection of thoughtfully designed studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments with contemporary flair, smart technology + state-of-the-art appliances. Psst… don’t miss out on exclusive move-in deals (offers end this month).*
There’s not a lot I haven’t done or tried in Kansas City, but one thing I’ve yet to cross off my local bucket list is a taste of the deep-fried delicacies at In-A-Tub — neon orange cheese dust and all.
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What part of the expansion are you most excited for?
Organic shapes and see-through materials are meant to elevate the surrounding landscape.
Photo by Weiss/Manfredi Architecture/Landscape/Urbanism and Malcolm Reading Consultants
While lounging on the front lawn is all fine and and dandy, our erudite readers are most looking forward to “more galleries, more exhibits, more art overall” (43%) in the upcoming Nelson-Atkins addition.
We’re already picturing afternoon walks around the two-story, au naturel set-up of respondents’ (49%) favorite design proposal: Weiss/Manfredi’s “A Connected Tapestry.”
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