Calendar of Events

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Visit Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm Thursdays in July for Family Fun Nights from 6:00 to 8:00. Each week offers a different theme and activities. Mahaffie.org

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On July 10, enjoy the Summer Movie Series at the National World War I Museum. Bring a blanket and snacks and see 2019’s blockbuster, 1917! Note, movie is rated R. TheWorldWar.org

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Head to Downtown Lee’s Summit July 10 for the Sidewalk Sale. Take advantage of great summer savings and see all that downtown merchants have to offer! DowntownLS.org Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm

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Atkins-Johnson Farm presents Story Time at the Farm on July 22 at 10:00. Join MCPL storytellers for a story time that includes singalongs and a featured farmthemed story. Gladstone.Mo.Us

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July 25 brings Bark in the Park at Hitt Park at 9:00. Bring your canine friends to the park to enjoy a morning of fun! Bring Frisbees, ball and leash and enjoy open play. 816.537.6969

As businesses begin to reopen, we’re thrilled to bring back our popular calendar of events! However, with things still changing and evolving, be sure to confirm each event listed to make sure it is still occurring before heading out. For the most up-to-date listings, visit the online calendar at KCParent.com.

1 Wednesday

Porch Parade Thru July 4, Lenexa. A new twist on annual parade. Visit Lenexa.com/parade for a map of locally decorated porches and then drive through town and enjoy! Lenexa.com

Farmstead Opening Day 9:00, Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead. Opening day for the farmstead! Bring the kids out to see the animals. 913.897.2360

Little Leapers 10:00, Sky Zone. A time for little ones to bounce under the supervision of their parents and without interference from the big kids. SkyZone.com

2 Thursday

Elephant Expedition 10:00, Kansas City Zoo. The new elephant exhibition is open at the zoo. Reserve a time online and plan a visit with the family. KansasCItyZoo.org Preschool Gymnastics 10:15, East Lawrence Recreation Center. Bring the kids to run, tumble and burn off energy. $5 (cash only) per child ages 1-5 with parent. LawrenceKS.org.

Time Travelers 10:00, Shawnee Town 1929. Step back in time to the 1920s with family activities in this living history program. Today’s theme: Down on the Farm. ShawneeTown.org

3 Friday

First Fridays 5:00, Crossroads Arts District. Galleries and shops remain open later for the first Friday of each month. KCCrossroads.org

Independence Day Celebration 9:15, Baldwin City. Enjoy the fireworks portion of the show! The display will be shot off at the golf course. BaldwinRec.org

4 Saturday

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!

Independence Day 9:00, Missouri Town 1855. Patriotic speeches, children’s games, period cooking, dancing, militia marches and more! 816.503.4860 Fourth of July in Weston 10:00, Downtown Weston. Enjoy a hometown parade, games, kids’ activities, pie baking contest, family events raffle and fireworks. WestonMo.com

Independence Day: 1860s Style 10:00, Mahaffie. Experience what life and holidays were like in the 1870s! Family activities and family fun! Mahaffie.org

VIP Event 11:00, Incredible Pizza. We’re throwing a BIG party on the 4th of July, and you’re invited! Enjoy a free hour of unlimited activities and video game play. IncrediblePizza.com

Salute to the Union 6:00, Merritt Lake (Fort Leavenworth). DJ, kids activities, refreshments and more. Bring blankets to enjoy music and fireworks! Leavenworth.armymwr.com

Fireworks Show 9:45, College Boulevard Activity Center. Enjoy the annual City of Olathe fireworks show. Arrive early and be prepared for high traffic. OlatheKS.org

5 Sunday

Stars and Stripes 5K 7:30, Prairiefire. Event features a fast course, great event shirts, large finisher medals, post event snacks, a kids run and much more. StarsAndStripes5K.com

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KC Northern Train Rides Noon, Line Creek Park. Ride restored trains around a half-mile track in the park. $.75/ride. KCNRR.com

Music in the Park 6:00, Rotary Park. You and your family can enjoy a relaxing evening outdoors with free, live musical entertainment. Bring a picnic! BlueSpringsGov.com

6 Monday

Kidscape Summer Adventures Thru Friday, Johnson County Museum. This week’s theme is Farm and One-Room Schoolhouse. Enjoy crafts, activities and more! Pre-reg at 913.831.3359.

Jazz on the Square 5:30, Corbin Theatre. The Corbin Theatre presents Jazz on the Square on the first Monday of every month. Free. CorbinTheatre.org

7 Tuesday

Farmers Market 9:00, Lenexa Civic Campus. Shop for fresh vegetables, fruit, meat, eggs, baked goods, flowers and more from local merchants. Lenexa.com

Kidscape 9:00, Johnson County Museum. Bring the kids to visit the experience where kids time travel to different periods and communities from the region’s past. JCPRD.com/museum Pottery Painting 10:00, Ceramic Café. Make a reservation and bring the kids in to create a masterpiece. Creative assistants will guide you through the creative process. CeramicCafeKC.com

8 Wednesday

Little Leapers 10:00, Sky Zone. A time for little ones to bounce under the supervision of their parents and without interference from the big kids. SkyZone.com

Prairie Winds Outdoor Concert 1:00, National World War I Museum. Enjoy a collection of patriotic and classical favorites on Kansas City’s front porch. TheWorldWar.org

Family Night 4:00, Lenexa Public Market. Get a bite to eat and hang out! Enjoy rotating activities like a balloon artist, specialty vendors and more. 913.477.7516

9 Thursday

Elephant Expedition 10:00, Kansas City Zoo. The new elephant exhibition is open at the zoo. Reserve a time online and plan a visit with the family. KansasCItyZoo.org Time Travelers 10:00, Shawnee Town 1929. Step back in time to the 1920s with family activities in this living history program. Today’s theme: Down on the Farm. ShawneeTown.org

10 Friday

Life on the Frontier 1:00, Alexander Majors Home. Put down the cell phone and step back into time and experience life on the Missouri/Kansas border in the nineteenth century. WornallMajors.org

Second Weekends Thru Sunday, Downtown Excelsior Springs. A weekend full of fun with arts, music and entertainment! Art demonstrations, featured artists and more. VisitExcelsior.com

S’mores Family Geocaching 5:30, Shawnee Mission Park. Search for hidden caches using our GPS devices. Enjoy grilled hotdogs and s’mores. Register at JCPRD.com.

Summer Concert 7:00, Macken Park. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. Enjoy the music of Elton Dan & the Rock Band. Concessions will be available for purchase. NKC.org

inclusive parks Although many parks offer McCoy Park accessible parking, sidewalks, 800 N. Bess Truman Pkwy., and bathrooms, few feature Independence playground equipment Ramps, adaptive swings and inclusive to those with special smooth flooring ensure this needs. Over the past few pioneer-themed playground years in the Kansas City area, is accessible to all. The park is parks and rec departments fenced and contains interactive have addressed this issue by panels, sensory-rich musical establishing new playgrounds elements and stainless-steel with equipment everyone slides. can enjoy. Shawnee Mission Park Leawood City Park Shawnee Mission Park Playground Playground 10601 Lee Blvd., Leawood 7900 Renner Rd., Shawnee With ramped play structures leading to slides and saucer This playground’s star features are its musical toys, colorful swings, Leawood City Park is the perfect place for children pathway and accessible swings and metal slides. In addition to and adults to play together, regardless of physical or mental containing wheelchair-friendly ramps and surfaces, the park is abilities. fenced, has accessible bathrooms and includes a water mister.

Legacy Park

1201 NE Legacy Park Dr., Lee’s Summit The Joseph A. Dyke Playground in Legacy Park, located in Shelter 3, contains a wheelchair-friendly playground with a variety of play features, including accessible swings.

Sheila Kemper Dietrich Park

E. 27th Street & Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO If you are by Crown Center, be sure to visit this pirate-themed park. Concrete sidewalks and ramps lead to accessible play equipment, including a large sea serpent.

Summer Concert Series 7:00, Grandview Amphitheater. Grab lawn chairs or blankets and head to the Grandview Amphitheater to see local favorite, the Mixtapes. GrandviewAmp.com

Summer Movie Series: 1917 9:15, National World War 1 Museum. Bring your favorite blanket and snacks and prepare to go into the trenches with 2019’s blockbuster, 1917! TheWorldWar.org

11 Saturday

Children’s Garden Day 9:00, Atkins-Johnson Farm. Visit the farm’s heirloom vegetable and herb garden where families will learn about gardening. Crafts, activities and more. 816.423.4107

Used Curriculum Sale 9:00, JR & CO. Admission is free for all buyers. Come prepared to shop! Bring small bills, a tote or bag to carry purchases and have fun! MidwestHomeschoolers.org

Saturday Feeder 3:30 tour, 4:00 feeding, Cedar Cove. Come to see the public feedings of the cats, weather permitting. Tour sizes limited. SaveOurSiberians.org

Raytown Live 7:00, Greenspace in Town Center. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a family-friendly concert with neighbors and friends. Raytown.live

12 Sunday

Free Afternoon Program 1:30, Prairie Park Nature Center. Free program for the family may include video, slideshow and going outside to enjoy nature. LawrenceKS.org

Music in the Park 6:00, Rotary Park. Enjoy a relaxing evening outdoors with free, live musical entertainment. Concessions will be available or bring your own picnic. BlueSpringsGov.com

13 Monday

Elephant Expedition 10:00, Kansas City Zoo. The new elephant exhibition is open at the zoo. Reserve a time online and plan a visit with the family. KansasCItyZoo.org

Scavenger Hunt Daily, 300 SW 10 th Ave, Topeka. Take the family on an interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the art & history of Topeka. VisitTopekaPartnership.com

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See the Oscar-winning epic 1917 from Kansas City’s front porch.

Bring food, blankets, chairs for a social distancing movie event on a 23-foot jumbo screen! Learn more at theworldwar.org.

Friday, July 10 9:15 p.m.

Time Travelers 10:00, Shawnee Town 1929. Step back in time to the 1920s with family activities in this living history program. ShawneeTown.org

Fun and Games 10:00, Powell Gardens. Spend your summer playing outside in the gardens, where new games and activities are popping up in this summer exhibit. PowellGardens.org

15 Wednesday

Little Leapers 10:00, Sky Zone. A time for little ones to bounce under the supervision of their parents and without interference from the big kids. SkyZone.com

Days Out with Frank & Ella 10:00, Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm. Learn about life in the 1860s through activities, crafts and stagecoach rides! Mahaffie.org

Family Night 4:00, Lenexa Public Market. Get a bite to eat and hang out! Enjoy rotating activities like a balloon artist, specialty vendors and more. 913.477.7516 Just Between Friends Sale Thru Sunday, Overland Park Convention Center. Get ready for great deals! See ad on pg 61 for free admission! JBFSale.com

Preschool Tropical Luau 1:00, Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse. Kids ages 2-5 with an adult will enjoy flowers and fun including a snack and take-home craft. Register at JCPRD.com.

17 Friday

Arts and Crafts 1:00, Alexander Majors Home. Explore local history and the environment through fun and unique art projects. Get creative with us! WornallMajors.org

Summer Dusk Concert 7:00, Colonnade in the Concourse. Enjoy a live performance by Irrational Consumers. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. 816.483.6964

Drive-in Movie 8:00, Lenexa Community Center Parking Lot. Enjoy Shrek from your vehicle! The movie can be heard through your car radio or a portable FM receiver. Lenexa.com/movie Lost Trail Days 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00, Louisburg Cider Mill. Tour includes viewing of soda production run, samples and more! Free; limited spots, must reserve at 913.837.5202.

Missouri Life Market Fair 9:00, Powell Gardens. Peruse nearly 100 booths featuring clothing, decor, paintings, photography, sculpture and more. PowellGardens.org

Sidewalk Sale 10:00, Downtown Lee’s Summit. Take advantage of great summer savings and see all that downtown merchants have to offer! DowntownLS.org

Saturday Feeder 3:30 tour, 4:00 feeding, Cedar Cove. Come to see the public feedings of the cats, weather permitting. Tour sizes limited. SaveOurSiberians.org

19 Sunday

The Great Car Show 9:00, National World War I Museum and Memorial. Join for a day of music, educational displays, food trucks, ride-alongs and… cars! TheGreatCarShow.com

WE ARE OPEN! July activities scheduled include: Independence Day: 1860s Style July 4, Family Fun Nights (Thurs nights) and Days Out with Frank & Ella (Wed/Thurs). Watch our website and Facebook for details.

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1ST SATURDAY EVENTS September 5 16TH ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL October 3rd 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. VISIT FROM ST. NICHOLAS December 12th 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

SHOAL CREEK LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM 7000 Northeast Barry Road Kansas City, MO 64156 816.792.2655

Miami County Fair Thru July 26, Paola. Youth rodeo, carnival, races, parade, bike derby, horse show, pancake breakfast, concerts and more. MiamiCountyKansasFair.com

20 Monday

Kidscape 9:00, Johnson County Museum. Bring the kids to visit the experience where kids time travel to different periods and communities from the region’s past. JCPRD.com/museum

Elephant Expedition 10:00, Kansas City Zoo. The new elephant exhibition is open at the zoo. Reserve a time online and plan a visit with the family. KansasCItyZoo.org

Scavenger Hunt Daily, 300 SW 10 th Ave, Topeka. Take the family on an interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the art & history of Topeka. VisitTopekaPartnership.com

21 Tuesday

Time Travelers 10:00, Shawnee Town 1929. Step back in time to the 1920s with family activities in this living history program. ShawneeTown.org

Preschool Gymnastics 10:15, East Lawrence Recreation Center. Bring the kids to run, tumble and burn off energy. $5 (cash only) per child ages 1-5 with parent. LawrenceKS.org.

22 Wednesday

Christmas in July 7:00, Downtown Lee’s Summit. Visit Santa from 8:00 to 10:00 and enjoy live music, giveaways, special vendors and more! DowntownLS.org

Story Time at the Farm 10:00, Atkins-Johnson Farm. Join MCPL storytellers for a story time that includes singalongs and a featured farmthemed story. Gladstone.Mo.Us

Family Night 4:00, Lenexa Public Market. Get a bite to eat and hang out! Enjoy rotating activities like a balloon artist, specialty vendors and more. 913.477.7516

23 Thursday

Bridging the Gender Divide 10:00, National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. Exhibit explores how toys once marketed to boys have evolved over time to encourage all children. 816.235.8000 Scavenger Hunt Daily, 300 SW 10 th Ave, Topeka. Take the family on an interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the art & history of Topeka. VisitTopekaPartnership.com

24 Friday

Friday in the Park Fridays thru September, 11:30, Macken Park. Enjoy a free summer performance in a beautiful park setting. Music by local bands. NKC.org

Wild Wild West 1:00, Alexander Majors Home. Saddle up for an exploration of the wild west! children can explore social studies topics in an authentic historic setting. WornallMajors.org

Fourth Friday Art Walk 5:00, Downtown Lee’s Summit. Enjoy a variety of activities, including artist showcases, Music in the Park and even some surprises! DowntownLS.org

Movie at the Amp 8:00, Grandview Amphitheater. Grab some friends, lawn chairs and snacks and head to the amphitheater to watch Toy Story 4 under the stars! 816.316.4888

Movie in the Park 8:45, Macken Park. Bring the family, lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the liveaction version of Aladdin. Packaged concessions available for purchase. 816.300.0545

Farmers Market 8:00, Downtown Lee’s Summit. Visit the website for a list of vendors and pre-order and prepay to make for a smoother shopping experience! DowntownLS.org

Bark in the Park 9:00, Hitt Park. Bring your canine friends to the park to enjoy a morning of fun! Bring Frisbees, ball and leash and enjoy open play. 816.537.6969

Festival of Butterflies Thru Aug 9, Powell Gardens. See hundreds of colorful, free-flying butterflies and much more during the signature festival. 816.697.2600

Saturday Feeder 3:30 tour, 4:00 feeding, Cedar Cove. Come to see the public feedings of the cats, weather permitting. Tour sizes limited. SaveOurSiberians.org

26 Sunday

KC Northern Train Rides Noon, Line Creek Park. Ride restored trains around a half-mile track in the park. $.75/ride. KCNRR.com

Music in the Park 6:00, Rotary Park. Enjoy a relaxing evening outdoors with free, live musical entertainment. Concessions will be available or bring your own picnic. BlueSpringsGov.com Bridging the Gender Divide 10:00, National Museum of Toys ad Miniatures. Exhibit explores how toys once marketed to boys have evolved over time to encourage all children. 816.235.8000

28 Tuesday

Farmers Market 9:00, Lenexa Civic Campus. Shop for fresh vegetables, fruit, meat, eggs, baked goods, flowers and more from local merchants. Lenexa.com

Kidscape 9:00, Johnson County Museum. Bring the kids to visit the experience where kids time travel to different periods and communities from the region’s past. JCPRD.com/museum

29 Wednesday

Scavenger Hunt Daily, 300 SW 10 th Ave, Topeka. Take the family on an interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the art & history of Topeka. VisitTopekaPartnership.com

Family Night 4:00, Lenexa Public Market. Get a bite to eat and hang out! Enjoy rotating activities like a balloon artist, specialty vendors and more. 913.477.7516 Elephant Expedition 10:00, Kansas City Zoo. The new elephant exhibition is open at the zoo. Reserve a time online and plan a visit with the family. KansasCItyZoo.org

Preschool Gymnastics 10:15, East Lawrence Recreation Center. Bring the kids to run, tumble and burn off energy. $5 (cash only) per child ages 1-5 with parent. LawrenceKS.org.

Family Fun Night 6:00, Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm. Experience what it was like to grow up in the 1870s. Tonight’s theme: Christmas in July. Mahaffie.org

31 Friday

Family Bingo Night 6:00, Roeland Park Community Center. Come play everyone’s favorite B-I-N-G-O! We’ve added twists to make the game more active and sillier. Register at JCPRD.com.

Festival of Butterflies Thru Aug 9, Powell Gardens. See hundreds of colorful, free-flying butterflies and much more during the signature festival. 816.697.2600

BOAT RENTALS IN KC This summer, cool off and make memories on one of our local lakes. You can rent a variety of boats at our local marinas.

BOAT RENTAL AT KANSAS CITY AREA LAKES:

Johnson County, KS, Boat Rentals: • Lake Olathe (OlatheKS.org/government/parks-recreation). Kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and pedal boats are available. • Shawnee Mission Park Marina (JCPRD.com). Choose from kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, canoes and four-person pedal boats. • Kill Creek Park Marina (JCPRD.com). Marina offers kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and canoes.

Clay County, MO, Boat Rentals: • Smithville Lake (VisitClayMO.com). Fishing boat and pontoon boat rentals are available. Jefferson County, KS, Boat Rentals: • Lake Perry (LPYM.com/boat-rentals). Marina offers pontoon and ski boat rentals. Jackson County, MO, Boat Rentals: • Blue Springs Lake (MakeYourDayHere.com). Rent a 24-foot pontoon (up to 10 passengers) and 18-foot fishing boat (up to five passengers). • Longview Lake (MakeYourDayHere.com). Marina offers a 24-foot pontoon (up to 10 passengers). • Lake Jacomo (MakeYourDayHere.com). Choose from a 24-foot pontoon (up to 10 passengers),17-foot fishing boat (up to three passengers), 16-foot jon boat (up to four passengers), 16-foot utility boat (up to five passengers), pedal boat (four-person), specialty pedal boats (duck or swan, up to five passengers), canoes and kayaks. • Legacy Park Lake (CityOfLS.net/parks). Make FREE canoe and stand-up paddleboard reservations.