Saint-Saëns’s enchanting Carnival of the Animals — a witty, whimsical and dazzling showcase. Complementing it is the world premiere of Michael Stephen Brown’s Endangered Carnival: A Zoological Fantasy, an ingenious and refreshing companion piece. We open this “carnival procession” with three gems for cello and piano by Gabriel Fauré, performed by our Artistic Directors, followed by his graceful and nostalgic Pavane, Op. 50 — a fitting farewell to our Golden Jubilee. This festive finale not only caps a remarkable season — it joyfully reaffirms the vibrant future of chamber music for the next fifty years and beyond.
Rose Day
Join us for Rose Day, a beloved Kansas City tradition celebrating the peak bloom of the stunning Laura Conyer Smith Rose Garden at Loose Park. Everyone is welcome—bring your family, friends, and fellow garden lovers! Enjoy the beauty of one of the region’s most iconic rose gardens in full bloom, and stop by the Garden Center to experience the annual Rose Show featuring spectacular floral displays. This free community event includes live music, children’s activities, garden tours, and local vendors. Celebrate the joy of spring, the artistry of roses, and the vibrant community that keeps this historic garden blooming year after year
Teddy Bear Hospital Community Event
When: Saturday May 2nd, 10am-12pm
Where: Charlie’s House, 2425 Campbell St, Kansas City, MO 64108
What is TBH?
Teddy Bear Hospital USA is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to reducing clinical anxiety and inspiring children to pursue higher education through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. We are a 100% student led organization chartered out of the UMKC School of Medicine. Our inter-disciplinary club creates a space for collaboration between students in the fields of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and more!
Our mission is to reduce clinical anxiety in children, promote positive healthcare experiences, and foster a love for STEM and higher education! Our events are tailored for elementary aged children K-6, but all are welcome!
The Event
Each child will bring their “teddy bear patient” to different interactive stations and TBH volunteers will help teach about different types of healthcare through activities, demonstrations, and videos!
Kids will learn about different healthcare specialties including: medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, nursing, and more!
Our event is also in collaboration with Charlie’s House, an organization that serves as a resource for families seeking safety and injury prevention information. As a result, the mission to prevent accidents and injuries to children in and around the home is fulfilled through increased safety awareness, public education, and the distribution of safety devices.
Learn more about their amazing work here: https://www.charlieshouse.org/about-us
What to Bring
Your favorite stuffed animal! This will serve as the patient in our educational demonstrations!
Contact
With any questions, please reach out to tbhusa.umkc@gmail.com
The Center of Summer Soccer at Crown Center
As Kansas City prepares to host the global soccer competition, Crown Center will become “The Center of Summer Soccer” with FREE activities on Crown Center Square to provide family entertainment beyond the games.
* International Flags of the Game hanging across Crown Center Square will represent the countries playing in the global contest.
* Activities will include a Soccer Darts Challenge, allowing kids to kick Velcro soccer balls at a dart board to score points.
* Photo opps will include a Giant 15ft Soccer Ball, a 12ft x 90ft Soccer Celebration Mural, designed by Hallmark artists, and a Host Cities Map on Crown Center Square showing the soccer match locations and highlighting Kansas City.
Outdoor activities open daily from Memorial Day weekend, May 23 through July 26, 2026.
FREE admission.
Crown Center Shops will have extended hours from June 11 to July 12. | Shops: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. | Restaurants: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Crown Center parking garages will be open and accessible with regular parking prices all summer.
Learn more at CrownCenter.com or call 816-274-8444.
Pelvic Health 101
Led by Doctors of Physical Therapy, our experts will explain the importance of pelvic floor health throughout all stages of life.
Join our pelvic-health physical therapists for this 30 min FREE webinar to learn more about your pelvic floor health. We will review the anatomy and physiology of the pelvic floor muscles, what symptoms can be a result of pelvic floor dysfunction, such as bladder issues, prolapse, and bowel concerns throughout all stages of life, as well as resources on next steps!
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical
Based on the children’s book “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom,” this adaptation makes learning the alphabet an adventure!