October Fun Calendar

Cookie Month: McLain’s Bakery has been serving delicious baked goods, including cookies, to local customers since 1945. Famous for their chocolate cup cookies, this is a delicious way to celebrate Cookie Month.

National Popcorn Popping Month: For more than 50 years, Topsy’s has been serving delicious popcorn to Kansas Citians! The Plaza Christmas Popcorn Tin is a holiday tradition in many homes as families try to decide which is best: cheese, butter, caramel, pecan crisp, popcorn peanut, kettle corn or cinnamon! Visit TopsysPopcorn.com for more information.

October 1 World Vegetarian Day: Café Gratitude (816.474.LOVE) serves farm-to-table and organic seasonal dishes in a creative and inspiring atmosphere. Treat yourself to lunch at this delicious diner.

October 4 International Frugal Fun Day: Discover fun on a budget in Kansas City! Visit  our “Coupons” for savings at local attractions, or search our FREE events around town.

October 10 Angel Food Cake Day: Bloom Baking Company in the River Market (816.283.8437) is famous for quality baked goods using the best ingredients… among their many delicacies the angel food cake is “to die for.”

October 16 Dictionary Day: Dictionary Day is celebrated on the birthday of Noah Webster, the father of the American Dictionary. Challenge each member of your family to look up a new word and share it at dinner tonight.

October 22 National Nut Day: Head to We B Nuts and Stuff (913.649.6887), a locally owned nut and candy store selling delicious fresh nuts, nostalgic candies and fine chocolate.

October 31 National Caramel Apple Day: Enjoy a gourmet caramel apple from Sweet Caroline’s (913.495.9993) where you’ll find ever caramel apple flavor imaginable!