Seville’s architecture inspired the Plaza. (Not pictured — cars + hectic crosswalks) | Photo via Pexels, by Reinhard Bruckner
Kansas City is anything but an only child. What with 12 sister cities around the world (and more on the way), we figured it was time for a family reunion of sorts, starting with our oldest sibling: Seville, Spain.
Hey, soul sister (city)
Also known as twin cities or friendship cities, a sister city partnership is an agreement to promote lasting cultural ties. The idea is to form a fellowship that encourages trade, tourism, and even cultural exchanges + projects.
One difference between this Iberian paradise and our Midwest city? Color. | Photo via Pexels, by AXP Photography
Get to knowSeville
This Spanish paradise is nestled in the autonomous community of Andalusia, in the southwest of the Iberian Peninsula — just east of southern Portugal.
The city is best known for its tradition of flamenco and Spanish guitar, tapas restaurants (see La Bodega), ceramics, and most of all, its unique Moorish architecture.
Look familiar? Our Giralda Tower was fashioned after Seville’s own. | Photo via Pexels, by AXP Photography
Seville + Kansas City
Long before the official partnership, J.C. Nichols created the Country Club Plaza with a distinctly Spanish vision, eventually commissioning replicas of Seville’s Giralda + Plaza de la Virgen de los Reyes fountains in the mid-sixties. In 1967, Kansas City’s first international partnership began with Seville.
Asked
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Which sister city should KCtoday explore next?
A. Kurashiki, Japan B. Morelia, Mexico C. Hannover, Germany D. Arusha, Tanzania
New Zealand Sip and Savor | 6-8:30 p.m. | The Classic Cup | $136+ | Indulge in a delicious selection of wines with Jules Taylor herself, expertly paired with six courses including beef carpaccio with Calabrian chili oil and jumbo scallop with sweet corn relish.
Wednesday, June 4
Yoga at the Zoo — Sea Lion | 6:30-8 p.m. | Kansas City Zoo | $20 | Prepare to stretch it out in “seal pose” after you stop by the aquatic mammal exhibit for a keeper chat, with all proceeds benefiting conservation efforts.
Thursday, June 5
S’More Fun Together Launch Happy Hour | 4-7 p.m. | Boulevard Brewing Tours & Recreation Center | Free | Stop by the Beer Hall bar as the first kegs of Boulevard and Whitman’s new collab “More S’mores” is tapped, paired with chocolaty treats and giveaways for a Boulevard solo stove.
Silent Concert: Metronome | 6-7:30 p.m. | Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art | Free, RSVP | Experience a rhythmic fusion of live jazz, hip hop, and spoken word while wearing wireless headphones in this one-of-a-kind concert inspired by Stan Douglas’ body of video-graphic works.
Friday, June 6
Master Gardeners of GKC Garden Tour | Friday, June 6-Saturday, June 7 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Multiple locations, Lee’s Summit | $20 | Tour seven beautiful gardens featuring fruitful vegetable beds, pollinator-friendly native plants, lush homegrown forests, and compact cul-de-sac creations.
Saturday, June 7
Guns N Hoses | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Municipal Auditorium | $25 | This charity boxing event pits police officers and firefighters against each other in the ring to raise money for the Kansas City Metropolitan Crime Commission, primarily its Surviving Spouse and Family Endowment Fund.
Fortune Feimster | 4 + 7 p.m. | Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland | $41+ | Like the cousin who cracks you up at the family reunions, this stand-up comic isn’t afraid to entertain the masses with relationship tales and hilarious faux pas, all served with quintessential Southern charm.
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We can see (Kansas City) clearly now. | Photo via Pexels
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A “Ted Lasso” set visit — including flights, lodging, and plenty of signed AFC Richmond gear — brought in $200,000, the largest single auction item of last weekend’s Big Slick. The three-day celebrations grand total? A record-breaking $4.5 million for Children’s Mercy Hospital. (Kansas City Star)
The Stingers, Kansas City’s pro National Pickleball League team, is making the former CoCo Key Water resort their new nest. Opening Wednesday, June 11, SW19 at the Stadium will debut its eight indoor courts, a full-service restaurant, coffee shop, and event spaces with an all-ages grand opening celebration from 5:30-10 p.m. (Startland News)
Active
Jennifer Aniston’s favorite workout brand, Pvolve, is bringing its unique “functional fitness” method to Fairway. The new studio will focus on low-impact, high-reward exercises, as well as selling equipment for at-home exercise — and might just land a spot on next year’s KC Magazine’s Best of Health + Beauty list. (Johnson County Post)
Sports
We told you to keep an eye on him. Royals fans, meet Jac Caglianone — our number one prospect has been tearing it up with the Omaha Storm Chasers. In just 12 games, he’s slashing .319/.370/.723, plus homers. Need a laymen’s translation? He’s like really, really good.(FOX4)
Eat
What started with a waffle iron, pregnancy cravings, and a dream is now Overland Park’s newest late-night eatery — Chick-In Waffle. Popular for late night revelers on the Missouri side, the biz has expanded to the southeast corner of 135th Street and Antioch, serving up its signature dish topped with everything from spicy Nashville hot sauce to creamy Monterey Jack queso. (Johnson County Post)
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Games
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
As someone whose nightly bedtime routine includes racing to complete the NYT crossword before my eyelids give up, KCtoday’s new Games section has been both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, more brain games — on the other, management-approved procrastination. Just don’t tell my boss.
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