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FITNESS: EXERCISE

Use HIIT to Burn More Calories in Less Time By Diana Chaloux-LaCerte

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Diana ChalouxLaCerte is co-owner of Hitch Fit Gym & Hitch Fit Online Personal Training based in Kansas City, MO. One-on-one personal training info: www. HitchFitGym.com or 816-753-8900. Online personal training info: www.HitchFit.com . Email Diana at Diana. Chaloux@yahoo. com .

High Intensity Interval Training, also known as HIIT, has been around for at least a century. Recent research studies provided a major boost in popularity over the last decade as they demonstrated the effectiveness and efficiency of this training style. HIIT involves doing higher intensity rounds of exercise, that are anywhere from 5 seconds to 8 minutes in duration at 80 – 95% of maximum heart rate, followed by a lower intensity recovery period, which can also vary in length. Let’s go over a few of the benefits of HIIT, and reasons why you should be incorporating this effective training style into your fitness routine. 1. It improves both aerobic and anaerobic fitness levels and is beneficial for cardiovascular health. 2. Great for people who are busy or who get bored with cardio since you will burn more calories in a shorter time period. 3. Studies show that HIIT training improves insulin resistance. 4. Can do intervals with any exercise mode, traditional cardio machines, plyometric movements and even strength training can all be performed HIIT style. Tabata training is an example of high intensity interval strength training – 8 sets of 10 seconds of work followed by 20 seconds of rest. 5. Intensity and duration of

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intervals is easily modified so it can be adapted for a beginner to an advanced level exerciser. Extreme beginners who are starting from a sedentary lifestyle would be better off building themselves up to doing 30 minutes of continuous, steady state cardio activity prior to performing intervals. 6. EPOC (Excess Post Exercise Consumption) is higher with HIIT than with traditional steady state cardio. Basically, EPOC means you burn MORE calories in the period of time after a high intensity workout, than with steady state. That higher calorie burn can last for up to two hours post-workout. 7. If you perform true high intensity intervals, then you do need a longer recovery period of time. So at that level it doesn’t need to be performed daily. 3 days a week is a good guideline for those who are able to do true high level intensity training.

8. Excellent method of cardio for fat loss, and for preserving lean muscle tissue. 9. You don’t need cardio equipment to do interval training. 10. You don’t need a lot of space to do interval training and it can be done indoors or outdoors. HIIT Tips: DO: Warm up first, 3-5 minutes of a light cardio activity. TRY: Varying “work” or “sprint” periods – 20, 30, 45 or 60 seconds in duration. Followed by 20, 30, 45 or 60 seconds of active rest. DO: Give your body ample rest time after true high intensity intervals. TRY: A variety of different modes – Intervals can be done on a cardio machine such as treadmill, elliptical or bike, outside in the form of sprinting on a flat surface, up a hill or up a staircase, plyometric activities such as jump rope, box jumps, jump squats, jumping jacks, mountain climbers, burpees, etc.

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A brief history of the Red, White & Blue The colors of the Flag of the United States and much of the draped bunting used in ceremonies on July 4th are typically red, white and blue. Most citizens believe that the celebratory colors originated with the flag, but that’s not the case. Whether you call it The Flag, Old Glory or the Stars and Stripes, the colors have a different origin. “Our Flag” published in 1989 by the U. S. House of Representatives attributes the colors to the Great Seal of the United States, not the flag, reporting “On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress passed a resolution authorizing a committee to devise a seal for the United States of America.” The committee’s mission was to reflect the Founding Fathers’ beliefs, values, and the sovereignty of the new Nation. The task was not concluded until June 20, 1782. In seals, coats of arms and other heraldic devices each element has a specific meaning, even the colors. When the Stars and Stripes was adopted in 1777, the colors red, white, and blue did not have specific

meanings. The colors in the Great Seal, however, did have specific meanings. Charles Thompson, Secretary of the Continental Congress, reported to Congress on the Seal, stated: “The colors of the pales (the vertical stripes) are those used in the flag of the United States of America; White signifies purity and innocence, Red, hardiness & valour (sic), and Blue, the color of the Chief (the broad band above the stripes) signifies vigilance, perseverance & justice.” In 1977, the House of Representatives also published these comments: “The star is a symbol of the heavens and the divine goal to which man has aspired from time immemorial; the stripe is symbolic of the rays of light emanating from the sun.” Regardless of how the colors came to be symbols unto themselves, most Americans proudly ware them as s sign of pride and patriotism and a celebration of our national Independence.

CARING FOR YOUR PET

Helping Pets Beat Stress

For a lot of pet owners the stress of a trip to the veterinarian is just one level below the stress of our own visit to the dentist. But, there are some simple steps you can take to lessen the anxiety for you and your pet. Let us face facts. The majority of visits to any medical professional include experiences or procedures that range from uncomfortable to downright painful. Our pets quickly learn this association. It seems like they have a sixth sense or hear you call the veterinarian to make the appointment and the anxiety starts before the trip ensues. We can start to make the vet visit easier by desensitizing our pets’ early anxiety triggers. For cats get the pet carrier out a week or days prior to the trip so they get comfortable with its presence. For dogs make “Well Visits” to your veterinarian, where the dog goes to the office to just walk in and ge.t a few treats from the staff and goes straight back home without any negative experiences. It is also a good idea to take your dog to the veterinarian hungry. This way they are more motivated by treats offered and less attention will be payed to the procedures. At our practice we have embraced a new “Fear Free Initiative” were our whole staff is involved in making your pets visit less 10 | N O R T H M A G A Z I N E | J U LY 2 0 1 6

stress for all. Some of the things involved are the use of high value treats to distract patients, pheromone sprays to cover smells that pets associate with fear and proper voice body language that pets understand as non-threatening. We have also adopted new antianxiety medication protocols that can be given at home prior to the veterinary visit. All pet care professionals appreciate waggin’ tails and purring kitties. Talk with your veterinarian or their professional team to see what they recommend to take some of the bite out of your next veterinary visit. Jim Sparks, DVM, is a lifelong Northlander working at Eagle Animal Hospital, Inc. Other than an externship in Alaska, Dr. Sparks has always practiced at Eagle. In 1995, he became the third owner of the now 67-year-old practice. Dr. Sparks and Eagle Animal Hospital have received multiple awards including multiple “Best in the Northland” and the “Pro Patria Award,” which is the highest honor given to civilian employers by the United States Department of Defense. Eagle Animal Hospital was also recently recognized as one of the “KC Smart Companies to Watch.”

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KC Pet Project Has The Pet For You KC Pet Project is the non-profit, 501C3 organization the city of Kansas City, Missouri selected to operate the city’s municipal animal shelter in 2012. KC Pet Project is the largest No Kill animal shelter and pet adoption center in the entire metropolitan area, and is proud to be the 3rd largest open admission, No Kill shelter in the United States. This year, more than 10,000 animals will enter the shelter. KC Pet Project’s has three adoption centers in the metro area: the Main Shelter located by Arrowhead and Kauffman Stadiums, the Zona Rosa Adoption Center, and a Petco Adoption Center in Overland Park, KS. They also have five Petco locations to adopt cats. The Zona Rosa Adoption Center continues to be incredibly successful; in fact, one out of every three adoptions at KC Pet Project happen at this location.

Petunia is ready to party like it’s 1776! How could you not fall for that award winning smile and good looks. This 3 year old Pit Bull mix is looking for a home at KC Pet Project’s Zona Rosa Adoption Center. She is so smart and has already learned several new tricks while living at the shelter. Adopt Petunia during KC Pet Project’s 4th of July adoption special running during the holiday weekend at all of their locations.

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It’s kitten season, which means KC Pet Project has many adorable young feline friends looking for forever homes. They are also in need of fosters to care for kittens that are too young to be adopted. Go to www.kcpetproject. org to apply to be a KC Pet Project Foster and visit any of their locations to meet adoptable kittens.

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KALLIE’S KITCHEN

Family Favorite Recipes to Share By Kallie Schaefer

When I was little, one of my favorite things to do was to pick through our family recipe box. Filled to the brim with handwritten recipe cards, magazine tear outs and scrap pieces of paper, it was like a treasure chest. I loved seeing my greatgrandmother’s handwriting sharing her recipe for Angel Biscuits and my favorite Aunt’s quick scribble; no doubt a requested recipe from a family gathering. Each

recipe card told a story of a time when we were all gathered around the table. Greasy fingerprints and dried bits of flour made the family favorites easy to spot. As I’ve grown, the need for a recipe box has gone away and technology has replaced it. We can now have any recipe at the tips of our fingers at any given time. While there is definitely a certain practicality to it, I’ve really come to miss the charm of the family recipe box. After expressing my thoughts to my mom, she designed me personalized recipe cards

DAD’S MEATLOAF l 1 onion, diced l 1 teaspoon olive oil l 2 ½ lbs. ground beef l 1 cup oats l 1 egg l 1 teaspoon salt l 2 teaspoons black pepper l 2 teaspoons garlic powder Sauce: l 12 oz. bottle chili sauce (typically found near ketchup) l ½ cup brown sugar l 2 tablespoons mustard In a small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients and set aside. In a large pan over medium heat, sauté the diced onion with the olive oil until the onion is soft and translucent. Allow to cool. Preheat oven to 350F In a large bowl, mix together all of the ingredients except for the sauce. Drizzle a little oil into a 9x13 baking dish and shape the meatloaf into a rectangle, roughly 2-3” thick. Bake until the internal temperature is 155F (around 1 hour) Spread sauce over the top of the meatloaf and return to oven until the internal temperature is 165F (about 10 more minutes) Allow to cool for 10 minutes, serve. 12 | N O R T H M A G A Z I N E | J U LY 2 0 1 6

for Christmas and I’ve been filling my recipe box ever since. I love knowing that one day down the road, I can pass this box on to someone else who can flip through and reminisce just like I did as a little girl. The recipes shared today are family favorites. My dad’s famous meatloaf recipe, a recipe inspired by my cousin’s go-to potato dish and one of my own additions. I hope these recipes inspire you to dig out the family recipe box or start one of your own.

BALSAMIC GREEN BEANS l 16 oz. frozen green beans l 2 tablespoons olive oil l ¼ cup balsamic vinegar l ¼ teaspoon salt l 1 teaspoon minced garlic In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, stir together the green beans, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the balsamic vinegar has evaporated and the green beans begin to blacken. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and serve. ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kallie Schaefer is out to inspire people to get back in the kitchen to start cooking. She is a wife, a dog-mom, a barista at a local coffee shop and a food blogger. She wants to show that you don’t need a culinary degree or any formal training to be able to put a delicious, homecooked meal on the table. www.kallieschaefer.com www.facebook.com/kallieschaeferrecipes

Selling a home? “It takes a lot more effort than planting a ‘For Sale’ sign”

NewsAdz - Dozens of activities must be coordinated, often behind the scenes, to successfully market a home in today’s high demand, high-pressure environment. Sandi Schmude, a top-preforming Realtor® with RE/MAX Innovations, exemplifies the kind of professional service that gets successful outcomes. Krissy and Rob Garrow recently upgraded their residence in Liberty when they sold and bought homes with Sandi’s guidance. As Kristy says “Sandi provided us with Sandi Schmude knowledgeable, trusted advice in both transactions. It was smooth and seamless.” Krissy, a food photographer at Associated Wholesale Grocers, knows a lot about the importance of good visual presentation. She was impressed that Sandi hired a professional stager to prepare their house for sale. Rob is with the Liberty Schools and it was importance to the couple to continue living in the Northland. “Selling a home takes a lot more effort than planting a ‘For Sale’ sign in the yard,” Sandi explained. “There are all the routine steps: getting the best photos, listing in MLS, arranging for access, perhaps an open house, but that’s just the basics.” “Properly pricing the property is a key attribute that takes knowledge of market demand, buyer motivation and how to target the most likely buyers.”

It’s only natural that owners want the highest possible price and buyers want the best price, but there are also important terms in a contract that can impact every agreement. If the prospective buyer needs a loan, it’s important that the appraisal reflects the contract price or the purchase will fail. Sometimes a seller needs to buy and close on a new home before they sell and a buyer needs to sell before they buy, so timing two deals is an important consideration. Experienced agents like Sandi Schmude have the knowledge and skill to deal with all aspects of a transaction. Sandi is among the top Realtor® designation and award recipients in Missouri. She was elected to three terms as a member of the Board of Education for the North Kansas City School District and served seven years as a Girl Scout leader. An active Rotarian, Sandi has been president of the Parkville Rotary, is a Paul Harris Fellow and has traveled extensively, including to foreign countries, in support of Rotary activities. Contact Sandi to discuss your current or future real estate needs. Call or text her cell (816-729-5500), email sandi@homeinkc.com or visit her web site a www.homeinkc.com.

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Wash potatoes. If using large potatoes, cut them in half. If using small potatoes, leave them whole. Place the potatoes in a large stock pot, cover with plenty of water and sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil and boil until just barely fork tender, about 10-12 minutes. In a small pot over low heat, add the butter, garlic and thyme. Once potatoes are finished, drain off the water and arrange the potatoes on a large sheet pan. Using the back of a fork, press down once on each potato to smash them. Drizzle the melted butter mixture over the top and sprinkle with parmesan. Bake at 425F until golden, about 10 minutes.

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NORTH ILIVENORTH

We Love Living North Many amazing people live in the Northland. NORTH Magazine was founded to inform our community about all the positive aspects of living here. As the magazine division of Dillingham Communications, our primary mission is to inform our readers about all the aspects of Northland life that make this a special place to live. Our goals include informing and promoting the people, civic groups, business, and the special activities of the Northland. We have abundant activities to experience and places to explore. Last month we began to expand those goals to focus on the individuals who enjoy the Northland lifestyle. We use a special domain, iLiveNorth.com to tell the interesting and often incredible stories about our people. The “I Live North” domain name evokes a warm feeling of pride in our community and designates our Northland as a specific place to live, work, shop,

STEVEN BOMAN Even in the hot days of summer, Steven Boman dresses for success in his sales position at Men’s Wearhouse in Zona Rosa. A life-long Northland resident, except for a post-college assignment as a volunteer with the Peace Corps in Tanzania, Steven enjoys his close community ties with family and friends. He’s a graduate of North Kansas City High School and the University of Kansas. When he’s not helping customers with fashion and functionality, Steven is a substitute teacher at Northlander Early Education Center.

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learn and play. We think you’ll enjoy knowing more about area business owners, volunteers for nonprofit groups and community leaders. Each will discuss their efforts to continue to improve the Northland lifestyle for current residents and future generations. Northlanders are proud to call this area home. They have varied reasons why they live here. Some have been here a lifetime, even generations, others are new arrivals. And our population keeps growing! We will feature Northland residents and present their views about the place we call home. We’ll learn why they moved here and ask their views about the quality of life they enjoy. Our hope is that you will enjoy seeing pictures and reading the stories of your friends, neighbors and colleagues.

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Erik Bergrud wears many hats these days as member of the leadership team at Park University, where he earned a Master’s degree in Public Affairs. His official title at Park is Associate Vice President for External Relations. A born communicator, Erik enjoys the Northland community’s casual approach to living and working in high profile environment. His career has provided him with local and national opportunities to share the good news about the Northland and Park University with others. Erik has served as national president of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) and locally as chair of the Parkville Economic Development Council.

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Jason Newton is busy building a new workshop and stopped by Home Depot in Liberty where Helen Booth helped him load and secure the equipment he was renting to do some of the major work. Jason is a life-long Northlander, born and reared in the Gracemor community. “I live here simply because it’s a great place to be!” he enthused. A High Ridge Manor resident, Jason is an autoworker at the Ford Plant in Claycomo and spends non-working hours on his property improvement projects

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NORTH ILIVENORTH PAT HOFFMAN The smiling face that comes with colorful floral designs at the Hyvee on Englewood belongs to Pat Hoffman, a florist since 1970. She moved to the Northland 13 years ago from Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. She loves the people she meets and the convenience of lots of things to do, especially the Mid-Continent Public Library and the YMCA. Explaining her move to North Kansas City from Florida she shared, “I know many people think of moving in the other direction. I had a small business in Florida and he had one here. After a while, we decided we wanted to be together and his business was doing better than mine, so I moved north.”

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Historic chimney connects Northlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s past with the future Located in Briarcliff on top of the hill on the NW corner of 169 Highway and 9 Highway, proudly stands a 25 foot tall chimney that once served as the main focus of the L.T. Martin Lodge. L.T. Martin owned a printing company in downtown Kansas City many years ago and he built a hunting lodge on the hill where The Ravello condominiums now stand. Over time, and as the northland developed, the lodge disappeared but the chimney remained. Briarcliff Trails of Our Community Co-Founders Tim Johnston and daughter Jenny Johnston wanted to uncover and restore the chimney that had become so overgrown with vines and brush, that if you stood just 30 feet away the chimney looked like a tree trunk. Tim and Jenny met with The Ravello board of directors to plead their case to preserve this rare, almost historic chimney to be viewed again as

it sits atop the hill directly behind The Ravello condominiums. The Ravello board agreed it should be restored and gave Tim and Jenny permission to move forward. They hired a local Briarcliff tree company, Eden Tree Service, to remove the vines, brush and some of the trees below the chimney so it could be viewed by passing motorists. You can view the chimney as you travel east on 9 Highway as you approach 169 Highway. Stop at the baseball diamonds of Waterwell Park and admire this chimney that almost looks like a beacon for the northland Briarcliff area. To respect the privacy of The Ravello condominium residents, the board has asked that people interested in viewing the chimney not approach the chimney from atop the hill, but rather view from the baseball diamonds at Waterwell Park.

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NORTH NUTRITION

Farmer’s Markets offer a great diet choice: Mediterranean cuisine

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The Parkville Farmer’s Market at English Landing Park is one of many area Farmer’s markets. The Parkville Farmer’s Market is open Saturdays from 7 a.m. to noon. For more information go to http://www. parkvillefarmersmarket.com/

By Sarah Laidlaw You have probably heard of the Mediterranean diet with its many health benefits, and maybe even thought about trying it for you and your family. The Mediterranean diet is not the type of diet you ‘go on’ to lose weight nor is it a diet with copious amounts of pizza piled high with pepperoni or bowls of spaghetti with meatballs, sauce and parmesan cheese. It is a lifestyle based upon the traditional diet of people living in the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea – Spain, Greece, Israel, and yes Italy, just to name a few. Scientists have studied the Mediterranean people and their diets and rated this way of eating as one of the healthiest in the world. Health benefits of this lifestyle include increased longevity with less chronic disease – diabetes, heart disease and lower risk of some types of cancers and improved cognition. This diet includes minimally processed foods with more choices from vegetables, legumes, healthy fats, olives and olive oil, with lesser amounts of animal protein and sweets. I was recently asked, “How can you eat a Mediterranean Diet in a land-locked area where there are few options for fresh salmon or sardines?” It is actually very simple as fish is only one component of the diet. You do not need to travel the world, just frequent your local farmer’s market or green grocer and then round out the foods you purchase there with items that may not be produced locally. The following tips are guides I give my patients who are transitioning to the Mediterranean lifestyle. Choose lots of vegetables. Here is where your Farmers Market shines – seasonal and locally produced vegetables 18 | N O R T H M A G A Z I N E | J U LY 2 0 1 6

Sarah Harding Laidlaw, MS, RDN, CDE, practices integrative and functional nutrition in Western Colorado. She is editor of The Integrative RDN, the newsletter of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics practice group, Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine. She is author of numerous article on nutrition and sports nutrition, as well as consumer and college-level publications.

are the backbone of the Mediterranean Diet. Yes potatoes are a vegetable and are healthy in small amounts, but what I am talking about here are one like dark green, leafy vegetables, broccoli, cauliflower (try one of the purple or orange for a change), beets, tomatoes, artichokes, garlic, onion and eggplant. Prepare them simply with some virgin olive oil and lemon juice with one or more fresh or dried herbs and spices. 1. Choose more fruit for dessert and include in your breakfast. Cherries, peaches, apples are all in or coming in to season at your local Farmers Market. Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and strawberries provide important antioxidants for heart health. Pomegranates, figs, oranges and pears are all Mediterranean region fruits. 2. Choose healthy fats, in moderation. Extra virgin olive oil is the preferred cooking oil, but not if you submerge your food in it to fry or use as a dressing. Other healthful fats include avocados, walnuts, olives, and sunflower seeds. A word of caution – they are healthy fats but can pack a healthy amount of calories so choose wisely and moderately. 3. East seafood twice a week. Tuna, salmon, mackerel, herring and sardines are packed with heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Shellfish such as shrimp, oysters, and clams benefit the brain. Choose seafood that is simply prepared without frying or breading for optimum health benefits. 4. Ever hear of “Meatless Monday”? This has been promoted as one way to help families choose less animal protein by planning one day of meals around plant

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based proteins such as legumes such as garbanzo and cannellini beans, lentils and the large white gigante beans. Use meat as a side rather than the center of the plate and limit amounts to 3-4 ounces a week. Use more herbs and spices and less salt. Herbs and spices add flavor without adding the culprit for high blood pressure – sodium- to the diet. Farmers Markets often have a wide selection of herbs including basil, rosemary, parsley, cilantro, oregano and more. Include more whole grains in each meal. These are different from those you see on the labels of boxed or bagged foods. Oatmeal (not the instant packets, mind you) is fiber-rich and heart healthy and can be included in many dishes. Bulger is a popular grain often cooked and mixed with parsley lemon juice, olive oil, cucumbers, and tomatoes and served as a side dish. Other grains include brown rice, farro, barley and polenta. Red wine, in moderation contains resveratrol and other antioxidants that may help reduce the risk of heart disease. A glass with dinner enhances the meal. But, if you don’t drink, don’t start. There are many other healthful ways to get these antioxidants. Include some dairy products, but shoes those that are low fat – unflavored Greek yogurt can be used instead of sour cream in dishes or can be blended with fruit for a tasty breakfast or dessert. Small amounts of cheese such as goat or feta enhance dishes and are used sparingly in Mediterranean cooking. Exercise is essential to good health; leisurely activities such as walking, gardening, riding a bike all contribute to good health and heart health. Spending time outdoors with friends and family has been shown to be beneficial and reduce stress. People living the Mediterranean lifestyle spend more time outside, savor their food more and turn meals as an excuse to share time with family and friends.

If you are now convinced that the Mediterranean Lifestyle is for you or just intrigued by the concept of becoming healthier, you now have the simple steps to take to get there. Remember, “Rome was not built in a day” as the saying goes and a new lifestyle does not happen just because you want it to. Take each step at a time and investigate the many opportunities you have locally to buy fresh healthy food. There are also multiple websites that offer advice on the Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle, including one of my favorite, www.oldwayspt.org where you can find information and recipes about the Mediterranean Lifestyle as well as explore other traditional diets.

Other Area Farmer’s Markets Briarcliff Farmers’ Market

Clay County Briarcliff Village, Kansas City Open Thursdays, 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. May - September http://www.briarcliffvillagekc.com 816-746-0010 ext. 206 Located at Hwy 169 & Briarcliff Pkwy. Just 5 minutes north of dow town across the Broadway Bridge. Hwy 169 exit off of Hwy 29 coming from the North. The market is located in the center of Briarcliff Village next to GreenAcres, Trezo Mare & the Café

Gladstone Farmers' Market

Gladstone Open Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturdays, 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Noon May - October http://www.gladstone.mo.us/farmersmarket/ (816) 423-4110 Located at the Gladstone HyVee: 7117 N. Prospect, Gladstone, MO 64118

Historic Downtown Liberty Farmers' Market Liberty Open Saturdays, 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Noon May - October http://www.historicdowntownliberty.org/farmers-market/ 816-581-6523 Located at Liberty's Courthouse Square

Liberty Wednesday Farmers' market

Liberty Open Wednesdays, 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Noon May - October 816-930-2175 Located at Feldman's parking lot: 1332 W Kansas Street

North Kansas City Farmers’ Market North Kansas City Open Fridays 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. May - October 816-472-7700 Located at Caboose Park, a 1/2 mile west of I-35 and I-29 on Armour Rd and Howell, North Kansas City

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Animals of amazing beauty, Deer also damage landscapes And endanger motorists Deer are beautiful, peaceful animals that people enjoy watching. At least until they munch all the flowers in a manicured landscape or some smashing through the windshield. Many hunters extoll the challenge of the hunt and the taste of venison. According to the Missouri Highway Patrol, drivers in Missouri have about 3,700 deer-vehicle crashes each year. About 10% of accidents result in personal injuries and fortunately, very few are fatal to humans. October and November are the most common months for deer crashes because of mating and hunting seasons cause more than normal deer movement, particularly at night and in the hours approaching sunset and dawn. For deer lovers, the Missouri Department of Conservation offers comprehensive management solutions about how to attract and develop property to improve deer populations. These techniques are well-suited for rural areas where deer are considered an asset, for the sport of hunting and as a food source. White-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) are common throughout Missouri. Mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus) occaDeer decimated this hosta bed, consuming several hundred dollars of plants in one night. Identifying sionally appear in western Missouri. plant damage is not difficult because deer lack upper incisors; they often leave a jagged or torn surface The Wildlife Code of Missouri classifies on leaves, twigs or stems they browse. Rabbits and rodents, however, leave clean-cut surfaces. deer as game mammals that may be taken during the prescribed hunting seasons. The a simple and cost-effective way to protect a others are not. Area repellents are applied Code specifies that most damage-causing garden during snow-free periods. near plants and repel by odor. Typically wildlife may be shot or trapped out-ofA dog on a long tether or confined by an less effective than taste repellents, area season without a permit, but a special Depredation Permit is needed to kill deer in electronic invisible fence can keep deer out repellents are often used in perimeter applications. this category. County conservation agents of a limited area. Repellants are best suited for use in orHuman hair and bar soap are used offer more information about the permit chards, gardens, and on ornamental plants. as area repellents with variable success. process. Contact repellents are applied directly Using Placing two handfuls of hair in a Where deer are abundant fencing may to plants and repel with a disagreeable fine-mesh bag and hanging on the outer be the only way to effectively minimize taste. Some are suitable for use on plants branches of trees, with no more than deer damage. Several fencing designs are destined for human consumption, but three feet between bags. Replace the hair available but a temporary electric fence is 20 | N O R T H M A G A Z I N E | J U LY 2 0 1 6

NORTH WILDLIFE monthly. Reportedly, drilling a hole in a bar of soap and suspending it with a twist tie or string will protect a radius of about one yard. Trapping is not a practical option. Relocation is expensive and because deer are carriers of Lyme disease, relocation can easily spread the disease. In addition, research shows that many relocated deer die from stress. Because deer are present throughout Missouri, no suitable relocation sites exist. Hunting is the most effective way to control deer numbers. In suburban areas, municipalities may limit hunting methods to archery only. Many subdivision regulations prohibit the discharge of firearms for any reason. Deer eat a lot of foliage. Nutrient requirements and the amount of food consumed vary with age of the animal, season, and the reproductive cycle. Daily dry matter consumption averages 2% to 4% of live body weight. For adult bucks, daily consumption is greatest in spring and averages 4.4 to 6.4 pounds of air-dry food per day. Winter consumption drops by half during winter. For does, the greatest daily food consumption is early fall, just prior to the breeding season

Deer in urban areas are typically not afraid of people. This young duo enjoys the view from a hillside in Briarcliff ’s West Villas. In summer, deer are reddish-brown to tan as above. Winter colors are grayish to grayish brown. Fawns are spotted with white but lose their spots and acquire uniform coloration at 3–5 months. Antlers normally occur only in males and are formed and shed each year. Antler growth starts in April or May. During the growth period, the soft skin and short hair covering the antlers have a plush-like quality, giving this stage the name of “velvet” as visible in the young male pictured here. I N O R T H . K C .T O D A Y

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Clay County is Growing By Jim Hampton, Executive Director, Clay County Economic Development Council Clay County is currently poised for some of the most dramatic growth imaginable. The question is not if the area will grow, but how. Realizing this fact, the Clay County Economic Development Council has been working hard to ensure that our growth includes as much quality of life and economic opportunity as possible. As part of these efforts, we developed our Strategic Plan for the County which has resulted in hundreds of hardworking members, elected officials, and other key influencers, working through more than a dozen task forces and other groups, to develop a list of targeted key issues facing this region and specific actions to ensure Clay County is ready for its future. One of the most important elements in economic development today is the development and attraction of talent. To meet the needs of our existing businesses, as well as new ones, we simply must have a dynamic, talented workforce. That is the reason the development council is deeply involved with organizations like the Northland Center for Advanced Professional Studies, the Northland Education and Business Alliance, the Certified Work Ready Communities program and our own Research Facility Task Force. It’s also why we pursue amenities that improve our quality of life making Clay County more attractive to highly skilled and well-educated professionals. This also motivates our efforts to help people with new ideas as they work to develop those dreams and turn them into the businesses of the future. Support of the high-tech incubator iWerx in North Kansas City, our small business boot camps, the Northland Coffee Connect and our Angel Investment Initiative are where we hope we are nurturing the region’s 22 | N O R T H M A G A Z I N E | J U LY 2 0 1 6

Jim Hampton, Executive Director, Clay County Economic Development Council

next Cerner—which, if you remember, started on a park bench. Our success comes from a leadership team that has a vison and great teamwork. Our volunteer task force and committee members—mostly leaders in business, government, education and other areas— undertake most of the difficult work. Much of this work also involves collaborating with other organizations, helping to facilitate environments that bring growth, development and jobs. The Northland Education and Business Alliance (NEBA), is a good example. This organization was designed so that business leaders and educators have an ongoing forum in which to exchange ideas. Working together, this group helps expand opportunities and increase workforce skills. One result of this type of dialog is Gladstone’s groundbreaking Innovation Center, which houses Northland CAPS and other educational programs and may soon be home for a major university satellite. NEBA is also holding a series of CEO Roundtables to learn what our business leaders most need in areas such as work-

force training. Using guidance from our local businesses, we will work with our partners such as the Northland School Districts, Metropolitan Community Colleges and the Full Employment Council to make sure answers are developed and then connected with the businesses and organizations who need them. Much of our vision involves this strategy of helping to create environments for success. Another example involves one of the biggest obstacles for small business growth: money—capital to expand for businesses that are often too small to qualify for traditional bank loans. Our partnership with Midwest Small Business Finance is one answer. More recent is our Angel Investor Initiative, which is building a network of investors to help support small business expansion in an organized way. Still other efforts include the Clay County Competitiveness Task Force, which looks for ways to make Clay County companies more competitive in their respective industries. The Northland International Trade Assistance Group (NITAG) promotes the sale of Clay County products and services in other parts of the world as a way to create more jobs right here at home. Our Quality of Life Committee is fostering improvements such as increased access to public transportation, enhanced public safety, expanding the growing Northland network of hiking and biking trails with a long term goal of connecting all of our Clay County cities. Believe it or not, there’s more. Our Civic and Legislative Affairs group meets with the area’s legislators to monitor and promote legislation that maximizes economic well-being and opportunities. Our Events and Membership committees work to bring special events and activities that share ideas and let people know about the great things happening here. The Doniphan Dialogue Committee works

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with the Leadership Institute to bring resources to improve leadership skills. There are many activities at the EDC and all of them are designed to address every practical aspect of quality development, from streamlining the permit processes, to ensuring an environment that nurtures entrepreneurs, to attracting and fostering a workforce that keeps our companies on the leading edge of their industries. The EDC strives to help build the kind of community where existing companies strive and new companies want to be located. Here are some examples that help illustrate our successes and our goals: • Clay County created nearly 10,000 new jobs between early 2010 to late 2015, according to the U.S. Census. It’s worth noting the rest of the country experienced job declines during much of that same period. • Affiliate Midwest Small Business Finance has made $50.5 million in SBA 504 loans, which helped generate $126.25 million in growth and investment. That doesn’t include MSBF’s own revolving fund and other programs. Clay County is going to grow, and the EDC’s job is to help ensure our growth achieves the quality of life and level of economic success we all want for our county, now and into the future

Two of Clay County’s largest and fastest growing employers are Cerner Corp and Ford Motor Company

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St. Joseph hosts Trails West!… Yesterday’s Heritage, Tomorrow’s Dream On August 19-21, the Trails West!® Festival celebrates its 24th year with the theme “Yesterday’s Heritage, Tomorrow’s Dream.” Robbie Morton, the event’s co-chair, said “Trails West! offers a great weekend full of exceptional entertainment at a very affordable price. We are proud to continue with the tradition of bringing upand-coming artists to St. Joseph.” Admission to Trails West! is by souvenir button or t-shirt. Buttons are good for admission all three days. Buttons are $10 at the gate or $8 in advance; all guests over age 10 must have a button for admission. For the first time this year, buttons can be purchased online at https:// stjoseph. bigdealsmedia.net. Among featured artists is the winner of the 2016 Trails West! artwork competition, local graphic designer and illustrator Tim

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Griffin. Griffin was born and reared in St. Joseph. His artwork won over nearly 100 entries. Seeing familiar faces while enjoying live music brings the community of St. Joseph to one place. Friday night kicks off with a returning Festival favorite, Here Come the Mummies. Saturday, up and coming allfemale country star Farewell Angelina and singer/songwriter Steve Moakler open for multi-gold album selling country-rockers Sawyer Brown. Mainstage entertainment concludes Sunday with John Waite, who first rose to fame as the lead singer of Bad English, and The Babys. Here Come the Mummies is an eightpiece rock band with a “terrifying funk from beyond the grave” sound. They have opened for P-Funk, Al Green and Cheap Trick, and they rocked Super Bowl Village

in 2012. Farewell Angelina is an all-female country band who took Nashville by storm when they first established their presence. They now captivate the rest of the country with their dynamic sound. Band members Nicole Witt, Andrea Young, Elizabeth Elkins and Lisa Torres began recording together in 2015. They released their debut single and video, “Hillbilly 401K” earlier this year. Steve Moakler received rave reviews for his album, “Wide Open,” after releasing previous records “Watching Time Run,” which debuted at Number One on charts for Singers/Songwriters and Top 50 Overall iTunes, and for “All the Faint Lights.” Moakler’s music has been recorded by several country artists including Dierks Bentley, Jake Owen and Kellie Picker.

A BIT FARTHER NORTH After winning Star Search, country-rockers Sawyer Brown have been churning out hits over the past few decades. Their debut album, “Leona,” made the Top 20, and their next hit, “Step That Step” climbed to Number One. The album claimed the number two slot. In the ‘90’s, they released hits “This Thing Called Wantin’ and Havin’ It All,” “Treat Her Right,” and “Drive Me Wild.” In the early 2000’s, they released the pop hit, “Can You Hear Me Now?” The Festival’s entertainment concludes Sunday evening with John Waite, who first rose to fame as the lead singer of Bad English, and the Babys. Waite formed the Babys in England in the ‘70’s and the group grew in popularity across the U.S. and the U.K. for the hit “Isn’t It Time.” Later on, Waite created the group Bad English and became a huge success with hits like, “When I See You Smile” and “Price of Love.” Waite is now enjoying a solo career, releasing famous albums “Temple Bar,” “No Brakes” and “Rough & Tumble.” The Trails West! Festival continues to grow and change each year. This year includes new booths offering flavored cotton candy and cake pops. New vendors include Burritos Lagos Mexican fare and Murphy’s Smokin Meats. Traditional favorite festival foods are also available. This year features new folk artists and fine art. XanderPark Gifts creates handmade clocks from odd and various fun materials. Also new is All Metal Art Shop, featuring welded steel designs.

Ron Emig will display his western and wildlife sculptures, in both bronze and clay. Cedar Grove brings destination Americana to their photography. Trails West! offers an array of entertainment options, including a stage dedicated to introducing children and families to a variety of performing arts genres. Boy Scouts of America will coordinate activities in the Children’s Art tent, giving preschool through grade school children a mixture of art projects to enjoy.

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Continued Parkville Projects Show Progress Nan Johnston was first elected as Parkville Mayor in April 2014. Mayor Johnston completed her first term in April 2016 and was re-elected for a threeyear term. “I love being the mayor. It is an honor to represent a community as special as Parkville. I am grateful that the voters gave me the opportunity to serve for another term because we have so many exciting projects on the horizon that I want to see through to fruition.” Many of those projects involve the city’s transportation network. In June the city dedicated the Route 9 entryway improvements, including two stone pillars that flank the White Aloe Creek bridge and a new entryway sign on westbound Route 9 near Coffey Road. The project was 75% funded by grants and private donations. “This project is a great example of what our community can accomplish when we work together. The original bids for the project came in almost 45% above the estimate. We value-engineered to stay within budget, but that meant losing some of the key aesthetic elements that were important to the public, including the downtown markers. Fortunately, we were able to fundraise over $30,000 in a matter of weeks to save that design feature.” It is also the first Fewson Fund project in Parkville. In 2001, local resident George Fewson died and left a significant portion of his estate in trust to the City of Parkville to be used for special projects. The trust fund now has over $550,000 available for grants and loans for community needs. Fewson projects are identifiable by a project crest as seen on the left side of the Route 9 entryway sign. “Mr. Fewson lived a quiet, modest life and died with no living family; but he loved Parkville and wanted to provide for its future. When I drive Route 9 and see the Fewson crest on the entry sign, and the plaque on the entryway markers, I think of how much our past and

Mayor Johnston and community leaders dedicated the downtown entryway markers on June 7, 2016. A bronze plaque lists the community organizations donating to the project: The Parkville Old Town Community Improvement District, The Main Street Parkville Association, The Parkville Area Chamber of Commerce, Friends of Parkville Parks, and The Michael and Susan Newburger Foundation.

present residents do to preserve Parkville’s character and charm. I’m proud to be the Mayor of a City with people who care so much”. In addition to the Entryway sign near Coffey Road, part of the Route 9 Downtown Entryway entryway enhanceBeautification Project. ments, the city has a to help generate the remaining 20% of vision for significant safety, capacity, and pedestrian improve- local match funds through a special 1% sales tax in the project area. ments along the entire Route 9 corridor The city is pursuing major road from Route 45 to the city limits. In Januenhancements while maintaining the ary 2016, the city adopted the Route 9 existing network of roads. “We listen Corridor Study that envisions over $15 when our residents remind us to mainmillion worth of improvements along 12 tain what we have at the same time we’re segments. “This is a long term plan that adding new assets. This summer we are may take years to fully implement, but completing more street repairs than we we are tackling a piece at a time as fundhave done in many years.” During last ing allows.” The city applied for a federal year’s annual budget process, the Board transportation grant to fund 80% of the of Aldermen set street maintenance as a first segment from Route 45 to Clark top priority. The Board directed staff to Avenue. The city is working with property owners along the corridor to create a evaluate mid-year spending and to capture any savings from routine personnel Community Improvement District (CID)

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Rendering of proposed improvements to Route 9 between Clark Ave. and the Parkville Athletic Complex.

A new feature in English Landing Park, the artist carved this sculpture from a cottonwood tree that has died after the community voted on the eagle design. It can be seen behind the Maxine McKeon Stage.

vacancies during the first half of the year. As a result, the city was able to redirect over $50,000 to added street repairs, representing a 15% increase in the total street maintenance program. Curb, sidewalk, and asphalt repairs were implemented in Riss Lake, Kelly Industrial Park, downtown Parkville, the National (Waters Edge), and Crooked Road. The City is also working hard to improve its parks system. In 2014 the city, in partnership with Platte County, dedicated Platte Landing Park, more than doubling the acreage of parkland along the Missouri River in downtown Parkville. The park includes a new boat ramp and 7 acres of off-leash dog parks. The city is now working to update its Parks Master Plan to plan for future phases of parks enhancements and to best utilize the public land at the apex of Platte Landing Park, English Landing Park, and Main Street. “Parkville has over 200 acres of incredible riverfront park space adjacent to our charming downtown. This project is about preserving and enhancing our one-of-akind park system for generations to come.” Parkville hosts a number of events throughout the year in downtown and the riverfront parks. Last year the city received 5K/10K course certification from USA Track and Field and is quickly becoming a host leader in the Kansas City metro for charitable and competition races. This fall the city plans to renovate the English Landing Park restroom with the support of grant funds from Platte County. The city is also pursuing a grant to reconstruct the bridge entrance into English Landing

Girl Scout Troop 591 constructed and donated amenities for the Platte Landing Park dog park to earn the Girl Scout Bronze Award.

Park over White Aloe Creek. “We often have to close the park prematurely during high water events because the low-water bridge crossing is the only vehicular access into the park. We are working to gather the funds to raise the crossing to keep the park open for our patrons.”

UPCOMING PARKVILLE EVENTS ALL EVENTS IN DOWNTOWN PARKVILLE OR ENGLISH LANDING PARK Cruise Nights Aug. 6 and Sept. 3 Parkville Days Festival Aug. 19 – 21 Orange Rush 5K Sept. 4 YMCA 5K Sept.10 Paws in the Park Sept.17 Liver Life Walk 5K Sept. 24 Dyslexia Dash Oct. 2 Children Mercy 5K Oct. 8 Bringing Up the Rear 10K Oct. 9 Ian’s Rainbow 5K Oct. 15 O2 Breathe 5K Nov. 16 Christmas on the River Nov. 18 Turkey Trot 5K/10K Thanksgiving Day Visit http://parkvillemo.gov/events/ for new listings and event updates. I N O R T H . K C .T O D A Y

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The Realtor® Code of Ethics Protects Seller’s Safety and Privacy

By Richard Ward

The internet is a dangerous place. Most people recognize that it’s not wise to share personal information online or in social media. One area where Realtors® protect citizens is not commonly known and seldom discussed: photos of properties listed for sale on the Internet. Realtors® are all agents and brokers who are licensed by a state government, and all agree to additionally abide by a professional Code of Ethics that places their conduct and behavior at a higher standard than simple licensees.

In recent years, professional training companies, such as McKissock, have begun to offer continuing education courses to help Realtors® become vigilant about protecting owners of listed property. One example: interior photographs of listed properties should not show valuable items such as art, jewelry or silver. Exterior photos should not show vulnerable areas in which a potential burglar might hide or gain easy access. While recently renewing my broker’s license, I discovered that current recommendations include removing photos of small children from visible display to discourage would-be predators. Realtors® have always been careful to explain to property owners that they need to remove all valuable items to a safe place off-site and make sure that check books and financial records are secure from nosy potential buyers who might open drawers or cabinets. Fortunately, the Code of Ethics and Stan28 | N O R T H M A G A Z I N E | M A Y/J U N E 2 0 1 6

dards of Practice in the real estate profession set a high standard of conduct with which most agents and broker readily comply. There are also specific instructions on how to manage an open house and meet with potential buyers that provide a level of protection for home owners. Even vacant houses can be targets of thieves who can comfortably enter empty residences in search of appliances and valuable materials like copper plumbing and wiring. Being aware of what Web site photos can show to people with bad motives is a smart practice to remember when promoting a property for sale.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Real estate broker Richard Ward, CRB, has been licensed in Missouri since 1971, and is a former national director of the National Association of Realtors®. He was Director of Real Estate Business at Microsoft HomeAdvisor, an executive at Fidelity National Financial’s FNIS subsidiary and at HomeSpace.com, which was acquired by Lending Tree. He consults with clients on all aspects of homeownership: brokerage, mortgage and escrow practices.

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Northland Market Update Provided by Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors

KCRAR stats for Clay & Platte - for July 2016 issue

Northland Market Update Provided by Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors

Most Recent Month May 2015 May 2016 484 546 192,584 191,658 177,888 178,750 69 52 98.1% 98.5% 474 538 1,291 840 3.6 2.1

Percent Key Metrics Change 12.8% Closed Sales -0.5% Avg. Sale Price 0.5% Median Sale Price -24.6% Days on Market 0.4% Pct/Original List Price 13.5% Pending Sales -34.9% Inventory -41.7% Supply

Most Recent Month May 2015 May 2016 204 219 $ 251,480 $ 256,010 $ 228,475 $ 250,000 77 74 96.5% 97.8% 180 218 540 441 3.9 2.9

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Year to Date

January to January to May 2015 May 2016 1,751 1,903 177,144 189,778 159,100 172,500 81 69 96.1% 97.2% 2,216 2,445

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Year to Date

Percent January to January to Key Metrics Change May 2015 May 2016 7.4% 687 732 Closed Sales 1.8% $ 236,067 $ 255,161 Avg. Sale Price 9.4% Median Sale Price $ 208,553 $ 226,000 -3.9% 92 77 Days on Market 1.3% Pct/Original List Price 95.3% 97.1% 21.1% 879 960 Pending Sales -18.3% Inventory -25.6% Supply I N O R T H . K C .T O D A Y

Percent Change 8.7% 7.1% 8.4% -14.8% 1.1% 10.3%

Percent Change 6.6% 8.1% 8.4% -16.3% 1.9% 9.2%

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RESTAURANT GUIDE MODERN AMERICAN Justus Drugstore Restaurant $$$$ Smithville 106 W. Main St. American, Modern American, organic Eighty Eight at The Elms $$$$ Excelsior Springs 401 Regent St. Mediterranean, Modern American Piropos $$$$ Briarcliff Village 4141 N. Mulberry Dr. Latin American, Argentina, steakhouse Shields Manor Bistro $$$$ Platte City 121 Main St. American, seafood, steakhouse Bonefish Grill $$$ Burlington Creek 6334 N. Lucern Ave. American, seafood Trezo Mare $$$ Briarcliff Village 4105 N. Mulberry Dr. American, Italian, seafood The Grille by Piropos $$$ Parkville 1 W. 1st Street Latin American Cork & Brew $$$ Liberty 8 E. Franklin St. American, pizza, seafood

Pearls Oyster Bar $$$ Ameristar Casino 3200 American Dr. Seafood Houlihan’s $$ Zona Rosa Modern American 8660 N. Boardwalk Ave. ASIAN – JAPANESE Tokyo Japanese Steak House $$$ Gladstone 7 NW Barry Rd. Japanese, steakhouse, sushi Kato Japanese $$$ Zona Rosa 6340 NW Barry Rd. Japanese, sushi Zara Sushi $$ Parkville 10925 45 Hwy. Japanese, sushi Wasabi Japanese Sushi Bar $$ Liberty 9763 N. Cedar Ave. Japanese, sushi ASIAN – CHINESE Bo Lings $$ Zona Rosa 8670 NW Prairie View Rd. Chinese, Dim Sum China Wok $ Zona Rosa 6048 NW Barry Rd. ASIAN – THAI Tasty Thai $$ Platte Woods 7104 NW Prairie View Rd. $$ Liberty 1912 Star Dr. Asian, Thai, vegetarian

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ASIAN – INDIAN Seva Cuisine of India $$ Liberty 8674 NE Flintlock Rd. Indian, Pakistani, vegetarian Swagat Fine Indian Cuisine $$ Zona Rosa 7407 NW 87th St. Indian, Pakistani, vegetarian Taj Mahal $$ Liberty 917 W. Liberty Dr. Saffron Indian Restaurant $$ Zona Rosa 8140 NW Prairie View Rd.

BARBECUE Smokehouse Barbecue $$ Gladstone 6304 N. Oak St. $$ Zona Rosa 8451 NW Prairie View Rd. Barbecue, steakhouse Smokin’ Guns BBQ $$ North Kansas City 1218 Swift Ave. Barbecue Dickey’s Barbeque Pit $$ Liberty 66 S. 291 Hwy. Barbecue Hawg Jaw BBQ $$ Riverside 4403 NW Gateway Ave. Barbecue

Smokebox BBQ Cafe $$ Tiffany Springs 10020 NW Ambassador Dr. American, barbecue BURGERS, WRAPS, SANDWICHES Longboards Wraps & Bowls $$ Gladstone 6269 N. Oak Trafficway $$ Liberty 1173 W. Kansas St. Hawaiian, Teriyaki Jersey Boyz $ North Kansas City 315 Armour Rd. Sandwiches, subs Little Store & Deli $ North Kansas City 2107 Knox Breakfast/brunch, burgers, sandwiches, subs

Philly Time $ Briarcliff Village 4151 N. Mulberry Dr. American, burgers, sandwiches LC’s Hamburgers Etc. $ Platte Woods 7612 NW Prairie View Rd. Hayes Hamburger & Chili $ Gladstone 2502 NE Vivion Rd. COMFORT FOOD Stroud’s $$ Kansas City 5410 NE Oak Ridge Rd. American, fried chicken

RESTAURANT GUIDE Corner Cafe $ Riverside 4541 NW Gateway Ave. $$ Liberty 8301 NE Flintlock Rd. American, breakfast/ brunch, dinner Roxanne’s Cafe $ Parkville 6264 Lewis Dr. American, breakfast/ brunch Nelle Belle’s Diner $ Claycomo 150 E. US 69 Hwy. American, breakfast/ brunch, dinner FRENCH Avalon Cafe $$$ Weston 608 Main St. Cafe des Amis $$$ Parkville 112 Main St. ITALIAN Cascone’s Italian $$$ Kansas City 3737 N. Oak Tfwy. Italian Bravo Cucina Italiana $$ Zona Rosa 7301 NW 87th St. Italian Cafe Italia $$ Parkville 160 English Landing Drive Italian, seafood, steakhouse MEXICAN Ixtapa Mexican Cuisine $$ Zona Rosa 7130 NW Barry Rd.

Margarita’s North $ Gladstone 7013 N. Oak Tfwy. Rancho Grande Cantina $ Parkville 11015 NW MO-45 $$ Liberty 921 W. Liberty Dr. El Maguey $ Gladstone 7831 N. Oak Tfwy. Tortilla Flats $$ Gladstone 3716 NE Antioch Rd. American, Mexican, Southwestern Luna Azteca Mexican Grill $$ Tiffany Springs 10004 NW Ambassador Drive $$ Burlington Creek 5918 NW 63rd Terr. Mexican, Spanish Jose Pepper’s $ Briarcliff Village 4125 N. Mulberry Dr. In-a-Tub $ Kansas City 4000 N. Oak Tfwy. $ Platte Woods 8174 NW Prairie View Rd.

$$ Zona Rosa 7007 NW Barry Rd. $$ Gladstone 221 NE Barry Rd. $$ Liberty 205 N. State Route 291 Italian, pizza, sandwiches, subs Van Till Farms $$ Rayville 13986 Hwy. C Wood-fired pizza, wine Kelso’s Pizza $$ North Kansas City 300 Armour Rd. American, pizza, sandwiches Pizza Shoppe $$ Liberty 8584 Church Rd. $$ Platte Woods 6640 NW Prairie View Rd. $$ Gladstone

Crazy Olives Bar and Grill $$ Argosy Casino 777 NW Argosy Pkwy. American, burgers, Italian

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9329 N. Oak Tfwy. PUB FOOD Chappell’s Restaurant & Sports Museum $$ North Kansas City 323 Armour Rd. American, pub food, sandwiches 54th Street Grill and Bar $$ Liberty 9251 NE Barry Rd. $$ Gladstone 303 NE Englewood Rd. $$ Zona Rosa 7200 NW 86th Terr. Pub food Paul & Jack’s Tavern $$ North Kansas City 1808 Clay St. American, burgers,

The Brass Rail $ Gladstone American, burgers, pub food 4940 NE 81st St. Tanner’s Bar and Grill $$ Gladstone 6024 N. Antioch Rd. American, burgers, pub food Helen’s J.A.D. Bar and Grill $ North Kansas City 2002 Armour Rd. Burgers, pizza, pub food

Rusty Horse Tavern $$ Parkville 6325 Lewis St. American, burgers, pub food

Dirk’s Sports Bar and Grill $ Zona Rosa 8132 NW Prairie View Rd. American, pub food

810 Zone at Harrah’s $$ Harrah’s Casino 1 Riverboat Dr. American, pub food Brick House Cafe & Pub

Conrad’s Restaurant and Bar $$ Liberty American, seafood, steakhouse 210 State Hwy. 291

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SPOTLIGHT ON CHARITY

Woodneath Library Plays Host to Forum On Jobs for Youth With Disabilities Over 50 local employers, community leaders, educators, parents and friends gathered on June 22 at the Woodneath Library in the Northland to for a Community Conversation on the topic of increasing employment for youth with disabilities. The event was organized as a roundtable brainstorming time to gather ideas and strategies for opening up worthwhile job opportunities for young people who may have difficulties finding meaningful employment. The evening was organized by Kansas City Councilwoman Heather Hall and Michel Ann Kaiser, the parent of a 15-yearold son with autism. State Senator, Eric Schmitt was on hand to talk about his efforts to pass insurance legislation to benefit young people with autism “We wanted to bring together different segments of our community to discuss this important issue,” said Kaiser. “Hiring youth with disabilities is a win-win for everyone. The kids need the experience and viable employment and the community and employers benefit from employees with special gifts who are willing to work and want to contribute to our community. This evening is not the answer to all the issues, but all solutions start with meaningful conversation. We hope this is the springboard for great things!”

State Senator Eric Schmitt and event organizer, Michel Ann Kaiser

(Above) Facilitator Jim Kieffer leads the roundtable discussions

(Above) State Sen. Schmitt joins in the roundtable discussions

(At left) City Councilwoman, Heather Hall, discusses the evening with attendees.

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(Above) Participants share their ideas

NORTH HEALTH

All four Saint Luke’s Metro Hospitals honored by American Heart Association and American Stroke Association for excellence in stroke care The four Saint Luke’s metro hospitals were honored by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for excellence in the quick and safe treatment of stroke patients for 2016. The hospitals received Get With The Guidelines® honors, recognizing commitment to providing the most appropriate stroke treatment, with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City achieved the most prestigious honors for stroke programs awarded by the organization, the Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and the Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus. The award recognizes 85 percent or higher adherence to quality indicators for two or more years, and measures to increase the speed of administering clot-busting tPA. The organization also recognized Saint Luke’s other metro hospitals for quality and speed: • Saint Luke’s East Hospital – Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite • Saint Luke’s North Hospital – Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Silver Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus • Saint Luke’s South Hospital – Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Silver Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll “These prestigious honors are given based on internationally respected clinical guidelines, and they are difficult for a stroke center to achieve,” said Karin Olds., M.D., medical director of the Stroke Program at Saint Luke’s Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute. “We are honored to receive them, and recognize that these awards come as a result of the commitment and dedication of our stroke team, which focuses on attaining this high goal and consistently providing the very best care for our patients.” A stroke patient loses 1.9 million neurons each minute treat-

ment is delayed during a stroke. According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the United States. On average, someone in the U.S. suffers a stroke every 40 seconds, someone dies of a stroke every four minutes, and nearly 800,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke each year. Page 2 of 2 “The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association recognize Saint Luke’s Health System for its commitment to stroke care,” said Paul Heidenreich, M.D., M.S., national chairman of the Get With The Guidelines Steering Committee and Professor of Medicine at Stanford University. “Research has shown there are benefits to patients who are treated at hospitals that have adopted the Get With The Guidelines program.” About Saint Luke’s Health System Saint Luke’s Health System consists of 10 area hospitals and several primary and specialty care practices, and provides a range of inpatient, outpatient, and home care services. Founded as a faith-based, not-for-profit organization, our mission includes a commitment to the highest levels of excellence in health care and the advancement of medical research and education. The health system is an aligned organization in which the physicians and hospitals assume responsibility for enhancing the physical, mental, and spiritual health of people in the metropolitan Kansas City area and the surrounding region. Get With The Guidelines® is the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association’s hospital-based quality improvement program that provides hospitals with tools and resources to increase adherence to the latest research-based guidelines. Developed with the goal of saving lives and hastening recovery, Get With The Guidelines has touched the lives of more than 6 million patients since 2001. For more information, visit heart.org.

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MOVIE REVIEWS

CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE ★★★½

DARK HORSE ★★★★

Rated: PG-13 Runtime: 114 min.

Rated: R Runtime: 124 min.

Calvin Joyner (Kevin Hart) was a popular and extraordinary athlete in high school. Revered by most and voted most likely to succeed he had great ambition and hope. Now on the eve of his 20 year reunion Calvin, an accountant, finds himself bored and unfulfilled. Struggling to emerge from his depression he has a chance encounter (or is it?) with a high school classmate Bob Stone (Dwayne Johnson). Bob was a complete nerd and loser who was constantly bullied in high school but was once shown pity by Calvin. Now, however, Bob is a CIA agent in perfect shape and a killing machine. Calvin is stunned at the transformation and unsure how to receive his old classmate. Bob though has never forgotten the kindness Calvin showed him in those dark days of high school and is excited about building a new relationship between the two. Calvin eventually is pulled into a relationship but soon discovers Bob would like Calvin to assist him in his current case (“are you in or are you out”) which seems full of suspense, surprise and danger. Unable to extricate himself Calvin finds himself involved in a serious case of espionage where he is unable to distinguish the good guys from the bad. This plot is perfect for Johnson and Hart (perhaps the funniest man on the planet today) to serve up some genuinely laugh out loud comedy. They are perfect together and both deliver fun and enjoyable comedic performances. The movie is good from start to finish without relying on the crude, rude and violent behavior that most comedies rely on today for laughs. Finally a successful comedy worth the time and money spent!

Dark Horse, based on true events, tells the story of a group of people from a poor Welsh village that come together as a syndicate to breed and raise a racehorse. The dream begins when Jan Vokes, a village barmaid, tells her husband that she is going to breed a racehorse. Knowing better than to protest the husband steps aside as she convinces 30 of her customers at the pub to share in her new journey. With a meager budget and little experience to draw from the group successfully breed and raise a horse they name Dream Alliance who soon begins to compete against the racing nobility of the United Kingdom. Effectively told through interviews of those actually involved and footage of actual events Dark Horse is an engaging and inspirational story of the human spirit and the connection between animal and man. We soon get to know and enjoy these Welsh “commoners” who dare to take on the elite racing community with an unknown horse called Dream Alliance. As they retell their touching, funny and uplifting story I am sure you, as I did, will find yourself rooting for this “dark horse” and its quirky but lovable group of owners. A sleepy gem of a movie - I highly recommend Dark Horse.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

While Jim Kline’s occupation is public accounting, his passion has always been movies. He fondly remembers special evenings set aside for his family to enjoy movies together as a young boy. He soon became an avid fan and is known in local circles for his eagerness to go to the theater as often as possible. Jim is often sought out for his opinions on which movies to see and created his own movie review blog. Jim is a lifelong Kansas City native and is looking forward to sharing his opinions of movies with Kansas City in NORTH Magazine.

THE CONJURING 2 ★★★½ Rated: R Runtime: 134 min.

This is the second movie about a case from the files of the husband/wife team of paranormal investigators Ed (Patrick Wilson) and Lorraine Warren (Vera Farmiga). This case involved a single mother living in London who claimed she and her 4 children were being terrorized by supernatural forces. The nightmare begins with the demons slowly manifesting themselves through noises, moving furniture and toys, and the apparent possession of one of the children, Janet (Madison Wolfe). The mother, Peggy Hodgson (Francis O’Connor), is skeptical at first but soon becomes convinced that something is terribly wrong and seeks the help of her neighbors who eventually call the police. While the police are unable to find anything definitive they do experience some strange and unexplained phenomenon. Unable to respond in an official capacity they recommend the Catholic Church who ultimately call in the Warrens to determine if anything is truly going on. The press soon get involved and the story unfolds from there. This is based on documented events although there remains uncertainty as to whether the events truly happened or were an elaborate hoax by the family to garner attention. Regardless, director James Wan is extremely effective in drawing the audience in and building the suspense while keeping you guessing at the same time. With strong performances from all, the movie will keep you riveted and on the edge of your seat. Whether you believe the story or not, it makes for an entertaining and scary evening. So if you are in the mood for some quality fright go see The Conjuring 2.

Koalas

are here!

Visit these adorable marsupials through November. With more than 1,700 animals to see, it’s always a new adventure at the Kansas City Zoo! OPEN DAILY The Kansas City Zoo, a private, non-profit organization is operated in agreement with the Kansas City, MO Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners, partially funded by the Zoological District in Jackson and Clay Counties in MO, and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

kansascityzoo.org | 816.595.1234

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BOOK CLUB

Books to Beat the Summer Heat THE NIGHTINGALE By Kristin Hannah

JADE DRAGON MOUNTAIN By Elsa Hart

At the heart of The Nightingale is the story of two sisters and how their relationship grows in the face of hardship and war. Vianne and Isabelle have always had a strained relationship. Instead of turning to each other for support during their difficult childhood, they grew resentful. When Vianne was fourteen years old she married her lover and began a family of her own, leaving Isabelle to fend for herself. Isabelle grew into an outspoken rebellious teenager, whose behavior was constantly getting her kicked out of boarding schools. Everything begins to change for Vianne and Isabelle when the Nazi’s invade France during World War II. After being expelled from her latest boarding school, Isabelle is sent to live with Vianne in Carriveau. The two sister’s personalities clash from the beginning, with Isabelle behaving rashly and Vianne resenting her sister’s rebellious behavior. When Vianne’s husband, Antoine, is conscripted to fight for France, the war begins to have a very personal effect on all their lives. With Antoine’s departure a series of events unfolds that will alter the path of Vianne and Isabelle’s lives. The sisters have to survive on their own in occupied territory, evade Nazi scrutiny, and decide for themselves what their response will be to the atrocities that occur in their small town and throughout France. This novel has remained on the bestseller’s list for many weeks, due to the captivating nature of the story and Hannah’s illustrative approach. One Parkville community member, Bridgette Gadd, describes this novel as, “… so compelling and provocative, it felt 3-dimensional.” Hannah develops the characters with such life-like personalities that you feel an instant connection with them. The essence of the book delves deeply into family relationships, love, and survival. Hannah wrestles with the pivotal question, who will take a stand for what is right, when your life and the lives of your loved ones are at stake?

China’s western frontier in the late eighteenth century was far removed from the emperor, but not court intrigue. Li Du, a former Imperial librarian who was exiled from the capital and the emperor’s presence, travels to the far flung city of Dayan, a small outpost on the western border. Li’s cousin, Tulishen, is the magistrate for Dayan and the surrounding region. Due to their family connection, Tulishen grants permission for Li to journey through his territory on the eve of the emperor’s visit. Unfortunately for Li and his cousin a great tragedy befalls the magistrate’s household when an honored guest, an old Jesuit priest, is murdered just days before the emperor is due to arrive. Tulishen’s first instinct is to protect his position and household by pretending that the death is one of natural causes, however, Li is unable to let the matter rest. Li convinces his cousin to let him investigate the death, with the condition that he has to resolve the matter before the emperor is due to arrive. This task will take all of Li’s knowledge from the imperial library and of the Jesuits to bring the murderer to justice and save his cousin’s reputation with the emperor.` Hart is able to eloquently express Chinese traditions and culture as she weaves a historical tale of political intrigue, murder, and prejudice. The quiet educated voice of her main character Li, draws attention to the traditional culture and customs that are spread throughout this work. This book is Hart’s first novel and its historical context will intrigue enthusiasts of Asian culture.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Stacy Hisle-Chaudri is the Assistant Branch Manager at the Parkville Branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library. Stacy has worked in library and archival environments for ten years, and is a native of the Kansas City area. She has a Master of Library and Information Science from Wayne State University and a Master of Arts in History from the University of Central Missouri. For more information about the Mid-Continent Public Library: www.mymcpl.org 816-741-4721

NORTH RELIGION

Platte Woods United Methodist Church Expanding Platte Woods United Methodist Church is constructing a new 750-seat worship space and a new youth center at their location on 7130 NW Prairie View Road in Platte Woods. The church has approximately 2,500 members served by three pastors, an administrative staff and numerous volunteers.

During the construction, ample visitor parking is available on the west side of the church because members attending services park in the K-Mart parking lot to the north and shuttle to ease any possible traffic congestion. The growing church added a new education center approximately 12 years ago.

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NORTH EVENTS

HEART SAVER CPR

Tuesday, July 12, 5:30-9 p.m. North Kansas City Hospital, 1st floor Pavilion, 2790 Clay Edwards Drive $35/person/session; register online at nkch.org. For anyone who, as first responders, may need to perform CPR in the workplace setting. Also for anyone who needs a course completion card. This course covers adult and child CPR and AED training.

INSPIRATIONAL BOOK GROUP

Tuesday, July 12, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Parkville, Community Room Read Any Good Books Lately? The MCPL book club members have, and they are saving a seat for you! Come meet like-minded people, enjoy lively discussion, learn which books inspire others, and talk about your favorite books! Call or visit a branch to find out what they are reading next. Unless otherwise noted, the book groups are geared towards adults.

PRODUCE 101 MOMS ON THE MOVE SOCIETY (M.O.M.S.)

Tuesday, July 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Gladstone Community Health Center, 6901 N Holmes St., Gladstone, MO 64118 FREE for Club W members, space is limited. To register, go online at ClubWkc.com. Selecting and storing produce properly are the secrets to creating healthy meals at home. Megan Shamleffer, a registered dietitian with Gladstone Hy-Vee, shares her insider tips on how to pick in-season fruits and veggies. She’ll also pass along simple ideas and take-home recipes for adding more fresh produce into your daily diet. And, did we mention there will be taste tests? Mark your calendar to join us!

PARENT & CHILD TOGETHER (PACT) MOMS ON THE MOVE SOCIETY (M.O.M.S.)

Wednesday, July 13, 6-7:30 p.m. The Sands at Burlington Creek, 6109 NW 63rd Terr., Kansas City, MO 64151 FREE for Club W members, space is limited. To register, go online at ClubWkc.com Team up with your kiddo (18 and under) to tackle fun challenges at our new Parent & Child Together (PACT) events. We’ve scouted outdoor locations around North Kansas City for this exciting series that combines quality time and play time.

FESTA BARIATRIC SEMINAR

Thursday, July 14, 6-7 p.m. North Kansas City Hospital, 1st floor Pavilion, 2790 Clay Edwards Drive FREE; space is limited. To register, go online at nkch.org/class. Keenan Berghoff, MD, who has performed more than 500 bariatric procedures, helps determine if bariatric surgery is right for you.

NKCBC THINK TANK

Friday, May 29, 6 p.m. Thursday, July 14th, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. NKCBC Offices, 320 Armour Road, Suite 220

RIBBON CUTTING

Thursday, July 14th, 4:00 -6:00 p.m. Park Lofts, 715 Armour Road

NKC FARMER’S MARKET

Friday, July 15th, 7:30 - 1:00 pm Caboose Park

FRIDAY IN THE PARK NORTHLAND COFFEE CONNECT

Wednesday, July 13th Armour Loft, 406 Armour Road, Suite 260, 8:30 - 10:00 AM

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Friday, July 15th, 11:30 - 1:00 pm Macken Park Festival Pavilion The Mel-O-Tones will bring Swing music to Friday in the Park at North Kansas City’s Festival Pavilion in Macken Park from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. All concerts are free and open to the public, and every event features a drawing for prizes donated by local businesses.

NORTH EVENTS LUNCH AND LEARN

Friday, July 15, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. North Kansas City YMCA, 1999 Iron Street in North Kansas City, MO, 64116 FREE; lunch is provided. To register, go online at nkch.org/lunch. Feet come in all shapes and sizes and so do their related problems. Join John S. Bleazard, DO, to learn what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to foot pain. He also discusses nonoperative options and surgical solutions that can help treat painful feet.

INTRO TO JIN SHIN JYUTSU

Monday, July 18, 5:30-7 p.m. North Kansas City Hospital, 1st floor Pavilion, Burlington Room, 2790 Clay Edwards Drive. To register, go online at GildasClubKC.org or call 913.574.0900. Discover the origin of Jin Shin Jyutsu, the ancient healing art that helps with the physical and emotional effects of illness. Learn about energy points on the body and JSJ self-help techniques to use at home.

NORTHLAND COFFEE CONNECT

Wednesday, July 20th, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. Armour Loft, 406 Armour Road, Suite 260

NKCBC THINK TANK

Thursday, July 21st, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. NKCBC Offices, 320 Armour Road, Suite 220

GLADSTONE COMMUNITY CENTER HEALTH FAIR

Thursday, July 21, 7:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Gladstone Community Health Center, 6901 N Holmes St., Gladstone, MO 64118 FREE - Registration is required. To register, go online at nkch.org. North Kansas City Hospital health professionals invite you to come discuss your health concerns at the Gladstone Community Center. We’ll perform a fasting lipid blood test (total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides) and check your blood pressure. You can chat oneon-one with a doctor, who will review your results and answer your health-related questions.

NORTHLAND COFFEE CONNECT

Wednesday, July 20th, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. Armour Loft, 406 Armour Road, Suite 260

THE STORY CENTER SPEAKER SERIES: LARRY WATSON

Thursday, July 21, 2016, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Woodneath Library Center, Storytime Barn Registration is required. You can register at http://www.mymcpl.org/ events/calendar/event/3029 or by contacting your local Mid-Continent Public Library branch. Larry Watson, author of twelve adult fiction titles including “Montana 1948,” “American Boy,” and “Let Him Go” will discuss his work as part of the Story Center Speaker Series, in partnership with Rainy Day Books. His presentation will be followed by a signing of his newest work, “As Good as Gone.”

SCI-FI/FANTASY BOOK GROUP

Thursday, July 21, 2016, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Parkville, Community Room Read Any Good Books Lately? Our MCPL book club members have, and they are saving a seat for you! Come meet like-minded people, enjoy lively discussion, learn which books inspire others, and talk about your favorite books! Call or visit a branch to find out what they are reading next. Unless otherwise noted, the book groups are geared towards adults.

RANDOM READERS BOOK GROUP

Tuesday, July 26, 2016, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Parkville, Community Room Read Any Good Books Lately? Our MCPL book club members have, and they are saving a seat for you! Come meet like-minded people, enjoy lively discussion, learn which books inspire others, and talk about your favorite books! Call or visit a branch to find out what they are reading next. Unless otherwise noted, the book groups are geared towards adults.

GET BOARD @ YOUR LIBRARY

Tuesday, July 26, 2016, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Parkville, Community Room Come by yourself or bring a friend, and get ready to play board games! We will have a variety of classic and modern games available for your enjoyment. I N O R T H . K C .T O D A Y

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NORTH FEATURE

Koalas Down Under

Clay County Residents Help Celebrate Jazzoo’s 26th Event

Human party animals mingled on June 3, with regular animal residents of the Kansas City Zoo for what is usually the wildest fundraiser in Kansas City. The party animals enjoyed unlimited food, drinks, and entertainment while raising money to help feed and care for more than 1,100 Zoo animals. Animal honorees this year were a pair of koalas, cuddly guests from Down Under. Jazzoo is the Kansas City Zoo’s largest fundraiser. At $175 per head, the herd of approximately 5,000 homo sapiens enjoyed food from 65 local restaurants and drinks at 10 specialty bars, plus listening and dancing to local and regional performers on four stages . In the preceding seven years, over $6 million has been raised for animals and for programs that support the Zoo’s Learning Fund to educate Kansas City youth. The Junior League of Kansas City, Mo. founded Jazzoo in 1990. Hundreds of volunteers now staff the annual celebration. Clay County residents get free admission to the Kansas City Zoo four times a year because in 2011, Clay and Jackson County voters approved a one-eighth percent sales tax and created a Zoological District to support the Zoo. The Commission has two members from each county. Clay County is represented by Presiding Commissioner Jerry Nolte and Ray Brock, a member

of the County’s Parks Advisory Board. Completing the sixmember Commission are the Zoo’s CEO Randy Wisthoff and Mark McHenry, Director of Kansas City’s Parks and Recreation Department. Funds from sales tax helped complete the Helzberg Penguin Plaza and other Zoo capital improvements. Clay and Jackson County residents receive several special benefits because of their community support, highlighted by a Postcard to Adventure program for 2016. All households in Clay County were mailed postcards in March for April Zoo admissions visits, and June for July & August tickets. A mailing in October will support and encourage November visits. Each Clay County household qualifies for up to four free admissions annually, good for weekdays

Koalas were the theme of the evening and a human-sized version was the center of attentio

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NORTH FEATURE during April, July, August and any day in November. For free admissions on eligible days, residents must bring to the Zoo the postcard they receive in the mail and a photo ID or current utility bill that matches the address on the postcard. Two adults and all dependents living at the address are admitted free. Clay County residents who do not receive a mailed ticket/postcard (The Zoo uses U.S. Postal Service records) may obtain a card by bringing a photo ID or current utility bill with a Clay County address to the Zoo’s Guest Relations office Monday to Friday, between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., in April, July, August or November.. Cards may be used the same day they are obtained. Other Zoo benefits for Clay County residents include: • Reduced price daily admissions • Friends of the Zoo (FOTZ) reduced price memberships. • Each classroom in the county receives free admission for a field trip annually and second, fourth and eighth grade classes also receive a bus stipend. • The Zoomobile will schedule visits to schools, libraries, youth groups, community centers, senior centers, and free public events in District communities. • The Zoological District also offers ZooEd, a free education curricula that combines animals, conservation, and college & career readiness information to inspire students and make learning more engaging. More information is available at www. JazzooKC.org , via email at askthezoo@ fotzkc.org or by calling 816.595.1234.

The “Creative Black Tie” dress code produced an menagerie of wild and interesting costumes!

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CLOSING THOUGHTS

Freedom isn’t Free By Allen E. Dillingham

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Allen E. Dillingham is Publisher of NORTH Magazine and President of Dillingham Communications, Inc. He is a seventh generation Northlander, and is grateful to serve on several area boards of directors. Those boards include Kansas City, Missouri Parks & Recreation, The American Royal, Native Sons & Daughters of Kansas City, Friends of the Zoo and The Labor Management Council. He can be reached at allen@ KC.TODAY.

While enjoying the Independence Day holiday with my family, I also finished re-reading David McCullough’s “1776,” first published in 2005. Many people now think of 1776 as a celebratory time when the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, but the myriad events and challenges of those times are more accurately remembered as perilous ones. Individual freedom was at stake, but so were the lives and fortunes of those early patriots. Courage was evident. Convictions that individual freedom was a necessary right were paramount. Celebrating America’s 240th birthday, it should remind us all of the sacrifices so many have made before us to give us this country-- freedom is not free. We all stand on the shoulders of many courageous, selfless patriots that believed in the American experiment and wanted wholeheartedly to perpetuate it for the next generation. This continues today with many servicemen and servicewomen and we owe them our sincere gratitude. Freedom cannot be won once and then forgotten. Freedom is a deliberate, vigilant and daily pursuit. McCullough is a skilled author and historian who frames 1776’s historic events by examining the leadership qualities of the individuals who dealt with the challenges of revolution. We are fortunate that the American Revolution was led by an incredible cast of leaders. Actually, that has always seemed to be America’s ace in the hole over

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VETERANS MEMORIAL the last two and a half centuries. The right people at the right moment seemed to surface to lead this country to victory, no matter who the foe: Washington, Franklin, Jefferson, Adams, Lincoln, Grant, T. Roosevelt, Pershing, F. Roosevelt, Eisenhower, Truman, Patton, Marshall, etcetera. Will they continue to rise? I certainly do think so, even though it is hard to imagine at times now while watching the current national election process. I have gone back and read about the 1848 election that current historians are relating to this election. Zachary Taylor won that election, even though he was an outsider to all the national political parties. He didn’t even vote. The Whigs placed him on their national ticket to beat the Democrat’s nominee, but it eventually spelled death for the Whig party that ceased to exist in the 1850s. As President Truman once said that you are bound to repeat the history you don’t know, I thought I should go back and read what happened then. This is also a good time to

remind Northlanders about the Clay County Veterans’ Memorial at Anita Gorman Park on the Southwest corner of Vivion Road and North Oak Trafficway. The park’s Northland Fountain is an easily seen landmark from the intersecting roads, but the Memorial is not often noticed by passing drivers. The quiet alcove is overseen by a large bronze eagle in flight by nationally acclaimed sculptor Sandy Scott, a graduate of the Kansas City Art Institute. The Stars and Stripes fly from the center of three flag poles: flanked by the Missouri state flag and one honoring POWs and Missing veterans. Black marble walls are engraved with the names of Clay County veterans killed in action in all wars since the Civil War. Memorial bricks bearing the names of veterans provide a surface for the area. Goodbye and best wishes to Platte County’s Brian Nowotny, who has led the county’s parks program. Brian is leaving to accept a similar post with Jackson County, so he will continue to be a driving force for parks in the metro. We’re sad to see Brian leave Platte County, but know that he’ll continue his passion for parks in his new challenge south of the river. Please remember to contact me if you an idea for an interesting article or special person of note. Send me an email at Allen@kc.today and share your thoughts and ideas. Thank you for being a loyal follower of our efforts to celebrate the Northland.

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A New Northland Crossword Win Prizes for Puzzle Solutions This month we launch a new NORTH Magazine feature, a custom crossword puzzle with Northland clues and words. Publisher Allen Dillingham said puzzles will soon be available online as well as in print. Readers who correctly solve the puzzle and submit their solution will be eligible for free monthly prizes. Julyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prizes are passes to the Kansas City Zoo. Winners will be seleted with a random drawing. Names of winners will be published in our print and online publications Prizes are limited to residents of the Northland and submissions are limited to one per person per puzzle. There is no fee to enter. However, for verification and notification, each entry must be submitted in an individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, with address, year of birth, phone, email and a copy of the crossword puzzle with all words correctly entered. Send all information by email (listing by number the 21 correct words) to Puzzle@ILIVENORTH.com Persons or businesses may submit words for consideration in future puzzles. Provide a clue and word that most readers would recognize as a Northland term. Submit via email only to Puzzle@ILIVENORTH.com . We do not accept certain words that we find offensive and usage is totally at our sole discretion. We welcome and ccollect a small handling

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2 Poultry grocery

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3 Northland Top Jeweler

7 Claycomo plant

5 RE/MAX Broker

8 City by the Mighty Mo

6 Sports museum & eatery

10 Saint _____ hospital

9 GMC dealer

11 Northland Charity

12 Clay County seat

14 Trafficway & tree

13 Smithville's non-drug store

16 NKC Hospital MD's Brand

15 Fountain Namesake

18 City that sounds happy

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18 Wine & spirits dude

21 Argentine view

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