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Ethnic Enrichment Commission of Kansas City, Missouri

Ethnic Enrichment Festival

The Ethnic Enrichment Commission of Kansas City, Missouri is hosting the 32nd Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival this weekend!  The festival, which is one of the largest and longest-running of its kind, will take place in Swope Park.  This event will feature food, crafts and culture from across the world and even a beer garden with domestic and imported selections.  There will also be activities for kids in Kids World.  The festival begins the evening of the 19th and continues during the day on the 20th and 21st.  Admission is $3 for adults, and free for children under 12.  Check out the Ethnic Enrichment Commission’s website for more information.


Hope House

BIRDIES FORE HOPE

A little birdie told us that Hope House will hold its First Annual BIRDIES FORE HOPE women’s Golf Tournament at Oakwood Country Club on October 3rd.  Registration for the event will begin at 8 a.m., followed by a tee time at 9 a.m.  (Let’s see if the early birdie really does get the worm!)  The festivities will include drinks, lunch, raffles, contests, and prizes.  Proceeds will benefit Hope House and its mission to support the victims of domestic violence in Our Town.  For more information or to register for the tournament, visit www.hopehouse.net.


Wayside Waifs

Wayside Waifs Chipotle Day

Head to any Chipotle in the metro area for Wayside Waifs Chipotle Day on July 21st.  Simply print off the flyer below and present it at the cash register and a portion of the proceeds will be donated back to Wayside Waifs.  We love Chipotle and the services Wayside Waifs has provided Our Town over the years, so this sounds like the perfect fundraiser to us!

Click the image above to print.


Kansas City Zoo

Red, White & Zoo!

In honor of Independence Day, all active and retired military individuals will receive free admission into the Kansas City Zoo!  This offer is only available on July 4th, so make sure and bring your valid military identification to receive the deal.  Families of the military individuals will also receive $1 off regular ticket prices.  Click here to more fun activities at the Zoo!


Powell Gardens

Mother’s Day at Powell Gardens

Treat your mom to a full day of fun at Powell Gardens this Mother’s Day!  Begin by shopping through a variety of perennials at the Spring Plant Sale, which is the biggest plant sale of the year.  Members of the Bonsai Society of Kansas City will also be present at the sale with a large collection of miniature trees and plants available for you to admire.  Then enjoy a delicious Mother’s Day Brunch at Cafe Thyme or dine outdoors in the Missouri Barn at Fresh: A Garden Cafe.  But if you are in the mood to listen to the tunes of the Brookside Brass, pack a picnic and enjoy the one time you can eat on the lawn.  Reservations are required for brunch, so call 816-697-2600 for a spot.