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SUMMARY:United We Play
DESCRIPTION:FROM SANDLOTS TO STADIUMS\, FIRST FAMILIES TO YOUR FAMILY\, EXPERIENCE AN ALL-NEW\, ALL-STAR EXHIBITION CELEBRATING THE SPORTING SPIRIT.\nAs Kansas City welcomes the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup\, the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum invites you to explore United We Play: Kicking It with the Trumans—a new exhibition showcasing the power of sports to inspire and unite us. \n\nThis original show will feature an all-star lineup—hundreds of artifacts\, photos\, videos and stories featuring the Trumans and Kansas City’s sports teams\, including the Chiefs\, the Monarchs\, Blues\, A’s\, and Royals baseball clubs\, as well as Sporting KC and the KC Current soccer teams. \nDiscover the lifelong connection between the Trumans and legendary Kansas basketball coach Phog Allen. Be inspired by President Truman’s calisthenics routine\, as demonstrated at the “Truman Athletic Club” on the USS Missouri. And re-visit Truman’s harsh critique of Coach Hank Stram’s call after the Chiefs lost to the Raiders. \n“Our new exhibition will engage both Kansas Citians and people from around the world visiting for the FIFA World Cup matches\,” said Mark Adams\, director of the Truman Library. “The Trumans loved sports. Bess was quite an athlete as a young woman and President Truman loved horseshoes\, fishing\, and swimming. Of course\, Kansas City’s football\, baseball and soccer teams are a huge source of community pride\, so this exhibition brings all those elements together in a celebration of sports.” \nUnited We Play will showcase a remarkable collection of artifacts\, souvenirs and memorabilia\, including: \n\nNFL season passes made of 14k gold presented to President Truman\nChiefs owner Lamar Hunt’s ticket to the first game played in Arrowhead Stadium\nBess Wallace Truman’s ice skates\nPresident Truman’s cap from the Kansas City Blues baseball club\nKansas City Royals jacket and George Brett commemorative bat presented to President Ronald Reagan after the 1985 World Series Championship\n2015 Kansas City Royals World Series jersey given to White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest\, a Kansas City native\nPhoto of President Truman with baseball icons Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle\nSoccer ball from the 2013 Sporting Kansas City championship team\n\n“Sports spark our passion and create joy like few other things\,” said Alex Burden\, Executive Director of the Truman Library Institute. “We believe United We Play will generate pride\, nostalgia and a deeper understanding of the Trumans’ lives and how sports can unite our community and people around the world.” \nThe exhibition opens April 1 at the Truman Library at 500 West U.S. 24 Highway in Independence\, MO. Both United We Play and The Story of US: America at 250 (opening April 20) are included with admission. \nJoin us as Kansas City–and the world–play united.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/united-we-play/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports
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SUMMARY:Youth Pickleball League
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to serve\, rally\, and have fun in our Youth Pickleball League—where kids aged 11–16 learn the game\, sharpen their skills\, and enjoy friendly competition in a positive\, supportive environment! Each week\, players choose a day that fits their schedule (Sunday through Thursday) and join our sessions designed for all skill levels—from beginners to intermediate players.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/youth-pickleball-league/
LOCATION:T-Shotz\, 660 NW Metro North Dr.\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
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SUMMARY:LEGO® F1® - themed ‘Build the Thrill Event’
DESCRIPTION:April 16 – May 25\nDuring Opening Hours\n\nGet ready to race at this exclusive LEGO® F1® – themed ‘Build the Thrill Event’ only at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Kansas City! Grab your pit pass and drivers briefing and choose your team. Get hands-on with LEGO® bricks to create a minifigure driver and build an ultimate race car\, before putting them through their paces! Will you take pole position? \nHead to the pit stop and take on the build challenges to beat the clock\, before taking part in an awesome race! Plus\, visit LEGO® F1® in MINILAND what scenes will you spot? \nOur Master Model Builders and Playmakers will be on hand with top tips and trackside inspiration\, as you drive wheel to wheel with other guests. Complete all the challenges and celebrate your racing action… Will you take pole position? \nRev those engines and join in the LEGO® F1® fun at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City now!
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/lego-f1-themed-build-the-thrill-event/
LOCATION:LEGOLAND Discovery Center\, 2475 Grand Boulevard\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64108\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525
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SUMMARY:The Story of US: America at 250
DESCRIPTION:The Story of US: America at 250 explores the ideals\, conflicts and turning points that\nshaped the nation. Featuring historic documents on loan from the National\nArchives—many seldom seen outside Washington\, D.C.—the exhibition traces how\nAmerica’s founding principles have been tested\, challenged and expanded over 250\nyears. Paired with artifacts and images from the Truman Library’s collections\, these\nlandmark records reveal democracy in action\, illuminated by the voice and values of\nPresident Harry S. Truman. This exhibition will be open to the public April 20 to May 24.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/the-story-of-us-america-at-250/
LOCATION:Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, 500 US Hwy. 24\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
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SUMMARY:Washed Ashore
DESCRIPTION:WASHED ASHORE: ART TO SAVE THE SEA TRAVELING EXHIBIT IN TOPEKA\, KANSAS\n\n\n\n\nFrom May through September 2026\, the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center\, in collaboration with the Topeka Rotary Club\, will bring the internationally recognized Washed Ashore® exhibit to Topeka. \nThis powerful outdoor exhibit features six monumental sculptures of ocean animals\, all created from discarded plastic and other debris collected primarily along coastlines. Each piece tells a story—about our everyday choices\, plastic pollution\, and the shared responsibility we have to protect our planet. \nWashed Ashore® transforms trash into thought-provoking art\, making the invisible impacts of plastic pollution visible from northeast Kansas to the global ocean.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/washed-ashore/
LOCATION:Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center\, 635 SW Gage Blvd.\, Topeka\, KS\, 66606
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
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SUMMARY:Scout Appreciation Month
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL SCOUTS\nInspire your scout’s imaginations with educational play that harnesses the limitless creative possibilities of LEGO® bricks. All through May\, scouts in uniform get FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/scout-appreciation-month/
LOCATION:LEGOLAND Discovery Center\, 2475 Grand Boulevard\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64108\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260622
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SUMMARY:Painted Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Painted Garden (May 2-June 21\, 2026)! 🎨 \nPowell Gardens welcomes Painted Garden as joy and color sweep through the Gardens. This year’s display is a celebration of the enduring spirit of the Midwest.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/painted-gardens/
LOCATION:Powell Gardens\, 1609 NW US Hwy. 50\, Kingsville\, Missouri\, 64061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Outdoor
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525
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SUMMARY:The Wizard of OZ
DESCRIPTION:Follow the yellow brick road to magic and adventure!\n\nPlaying atSpencer Theatre\nBy L. Frank Baum\nWith Music And Lyrics By Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg\nBackground Music By Herbert Stothart\n\n\nDance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard\nOriginal Orchestration by Larry Wilcox\nAdapted by John Kane for The Royal Shakespeare Company\nBased Upon the Classic Motion Picture Owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and Distributed in all Media by Warner Bros.\nFeaturing new orchestrations and arrangements byPigPen Theatre Co.\nDirected by Artistic Director Stuart Carden\n\n\nJourney to the magical land of Oz in this enchanting stage adaptation of The Wizard of Oz in collaboration with PigPen Theatre Co. Join Dorothy\, Toto\, and her unforgettable companions—the Scarecrow\, Tin Man\, and Cowardly Lion—as they travel down the Yellow Brick Road in search of the  Wizard and a way back home. \nWith dazzling costumes\, stunning sets\, and timeless songs like “Over the Rainbow” and “We’re Off to See the Wizard\,” this beloved classic comes to life in a spectacular production for audiences of all ages.  Full of heart\, courage\, and imagination\, it’s a story that reminds us there’s no place like home. \nPlease be aware\, this production of The Wizard of Oz features fog\, haze\, and the use of strobe lights.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/the-wizard-of-oz/
LOCATION:Spencer Theatre\, 4949 Cherry St \, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
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SUMMARY:Jurassic Journey
DESCRIPTION:Experience a brand-new prehistoric passage featuring animatronic dinosaurs and fossils. Learn how hands-on science reveals dinosaurs that once ruled the ancient world. \n\nNew limited-time exhibit filling nearly 5\,000 saft in Science City\n9 Animatronic Dinosaurs\nInteract with Paleontologists\, touch dinosaur bones\, compare skulls & More!\n\nFREE WITH SCIENCE CITY ADMISSION
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/jurassic-journey-2/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Science City at Union Station\, 30 W. Pershing Rd.\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
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SUMMARY:Art in the City at Science City!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Art in the City\, our second annual collaborative art event day in Science City. Children and adults can participate in a wide range of art activities\, creating their own art in workshops\, and working together with other guests to create a community masterpiece. This event will connect Science City to the Kansas City community through art and collaboration. \nThis year\, we are excited to highlight a variety of local artists and business\, including: \n• Caroline Meek\, a local ceramic artist. Caroline will facilitate a collaborative vase painting sculpture that will be displayed at the Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium after the event.\n◦ Location: Maze Park \n• Trinity Pote\, a local print maker. Trinity will be leading a screen print making activity. The first 150 guests will receive a free tote bag with bespoke Art in the City 2026 logo. Guests are invited to bring their own t-shirt to have printed on at the event.\n◦ Location: Creative Corner \n• Jason Harrington\, artist’s moniker Rif Raf Giraffe\, mural painter. Jason will be live spray painting a 4 sq ft. mural.\n◦ Location: Simple Machines at Play \n• Magpie Creative Reuse. Sustainable artists will help guests create a recycled material coral reef sculpture.\n◦ Location: Maze Park \n• Belger Crane Yard. Glass artists will facilitate a hands-on process\, allowing participants to explore the fundamentals of glass design\, contributing their own creative elements to a larger\, unified artwork.\n◦ Location: Maze Park \n• What If Puppets. Puppet Showcase\n◦ Location: Maze Park \nScheduled at 1:00pm and 3:00pm\, there will be a Giant Block Print demonstration\, as a steam roller presses a custom-made block print! \nIn addition to local artists\, Science City educators will have art themed activities around the science center!\n• Maker Studio: Paper Bag Puppets\n• Creative Corner: Screen Printing\n• Engineerium: Lego mural mosaic\n• Periodic Table: Scavenger hunt and Raffle\n◦ Scavenger Hunt: guests will follow clues around SC for the hidden Golden Camera to earn a golden camera keychain (while supplies last)\n◦ Raffle: Enter to win one of two art supply gift baskets\nAnd more to come! \nAnd for the first time in many years\, a Planetarium Open House!\n• From 11:00am to 1:00pm\, the Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium will be open for all guests to see. There will be light and color science demonstrations in the lobby outside\, and a fulldome short\, Our Colorful World\, playing inside the dome.\n• At 1:00pm there will be a free showing of Stargaze Kansas City\, our seasonal star tour (limited seats available\, first come first serve).
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/art-in-the-city-at-science-city/
LOCATION:Science City at Union Station\, 30 W. Pershing Rd.\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
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SUMMARY:Festival of Music – Choral
DESCRIPTION:2026 Registration Is Now Open \nWorlds of Fun Festival of Music is returning in 2026! Don’t miss this chance to be part of the fun and excitement of performing at Worlds of Fun in 2026. \nDirectors are encouraged to create an account as soon as possible. Sessions fill up quickly and are only available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nInstrumental\nMay 8\, 9\, 10\, 15\, 16 & 17 \nChoral\nMay 2 & 3
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/festival-of-music-choral/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Worlds of Fun\, 4545 Worlds of Fun Ave\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
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SUMMARY:FOTZ Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Zoo (FOTZ) members\, we are excited to offer you an exclusive breakfast! Members will enjoy a delicious breakfast featuring pancakes\, bacon\, breakfast bars\, yogurt\, and your choice of whole fruit at the Tropics Event Pavilion. The train and carousel will open at 8:30 am on both days. \nFree timed ticket reservations are required for this event. \n\nSaturday – Sunday\n\n8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/fotz-breakfast/
LOCATION:Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium\, 6800 Zoo Dr.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64132\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T080000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T145625Z
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SUMMARY:Jumperoo (toddler time)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, 9am-10am & Sunday\, 8am-10am \nJumperoo is a special time when the park opens before normal operating hours to welcome the 5 & under jumpers and their parent/guardian to jump\, bounce\, & crawl around safely. For $10.99 + socks ($3.49/pair – required) there is access to our Deluxe attractions. Usually $22.99 + socks! This allows access to all trampolines\, our tubes & slides playground\, foam pit\, warrior course (ball pit)….& more! \nConfirm Urban Air Lenexa Special Event Schedule Here
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/jumperoo-toddler-time-29/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Urban Air Adventure Park Lenexa\, 8540 Maurer Rd.\, Lenexa\, KS\, 66219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T142152Z
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SUMMARY:Lenexa Farmers Market - Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Fresh fruits and vegetables\, meat\, eggs\, dairy\, baked goods\, market staples\, plants and flowers\, body care products\, ready-to-eat foods\, beverages and more. The Lenexa Farmers Market sells only products that are locally grown\, raised or made within 250 miles or throughout Kansas. Each Saturday and Tuesday during the outdoor season\, you can expect a great selection from dozens of vendors. While shopping\, enjoy the ambience with live music\, yard games and featured artists.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/lenexa-farmers-market-saturdays/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:The Commons: Lenexa Civic Campus\, 17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy.\, City of Lenexa\, Kansas\, 66219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T164652Z
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SUMMARY:Independence Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Our Summer & Fall Farmers Market is BACK! Whether you’re stocking up on fresh\, locally grown produce\, hunting for handcrafted goods\, or just looking for a reason to get outside\, the Independence Farmers Market is THE place to be! \nWhat to Expect:\n🍅 Farm-fresh fruits & vegetables straight from local growers\n🍯 Artisan goods including honey\, jams\, baked goods & more\n🌸 Handmade crafts\, jewelry & unique gifts\n🧺 Something new to discover every single week \n📅 Saturdays from May to October (except the weekend of SantaCaliGon)\n🕗 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.\n📍 Uptown Market | 211 W. Truman Rd. | Independence\, MO \nWe do accept SNAP and Double Up Food Bucks.\nBring the family\, a friend\, your reusable bags\, and some cash – and get ready to shop local and experience an Independence summer tradition!
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/independence-farmers-market/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Independence Uptown Market\, 211 W. Truman Road\, Independence\, Missouri\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
CREATED:20260120T190657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T152926Z
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SUMMARY:Food on the Missouri Frontier
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights and smells of history in the making! See live demonstrations of hearth cooking\, as well as food preservation and preparation techniques from the early 1800s. Walk through our heirloom garden on one of our garden tours to see how fruits and vegetables have changed over time. Learn how the soldiers and civilians of Fort Osage preserved food for the long winter and take home recipe cards for some of our favorite historic foods. This is a day of fun for the whole family with music\, games\, period crafts and more!
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/food-on-the-missouri-frontier/
LOCATION:Fort Osage National Historic Landmark\, 105 Osage\, Sibley\, Missouri\, 64088\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
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SUMMARY:Food on the Missouri Frontier at Fort Osage
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sights and smells of history in the making! See live demonstrations of hearth cooking\, as well as food preservation and preparation techniques from the early 1800s. Walk through our heirloom garden on one of our garden tours to see how fruits and vegetables have changed over time.  Learn how the soldiers and civilians of Fort Osage preserved food for the long winter and take home recipe cards for some of our favorite historic foods. This is a day of fun for the whole family with music\, games\, period crafts and more!
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/food-on-the-missouri-frontier-at-fort-osage/
LOCATION:Fort Osage National Historic Landmark\, 105 Osage\, Sibley\, Missouri\, 64088\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270320T100000
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SUMMARY:Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Low Sensory Morning
DESCRIPTION:We invite participants into the museum an hour before we open to the public in order to provide a quiet and low-stimulating environment where you can enjoy hands-on artmaking activities and art in the galleries. Visual resources\, hand fidgets\, a low sensory break room and other accommodations will be provided. This is an activity for families and care partners of children with autism or who have sensory sensitivities. *Please use Bloch Lobby & Bloch Plaza Entrances. Parking in the museum garage is $14. Museum members park FREE. For assistance\, contact our box office at 816.751.1278 or email communityprograms@nelson-atkins.org.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/nelson-atkins-museum-of-art-low-sensory-morning/
LOCATION:Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art\, 4525 Oak St.\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T103000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:The whole family will enjoy this flexible Storytime. Hearing stories is a great way to spend time with your kids and help them foster a love of reading. Stories\, songs\, fingerplays and movement activities foster pre-reading skills. Fun for the whole family. \nSpace is limited. Pick up a free ticket at the Questions Desk when you arrive.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/family-storytime/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Johnson County Library – Central Resource Branch\, 9875 W 87th St\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66212\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
CREATED:20251223T200006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T050059Z
UID:10017324-1778925600-1778931000@kcparent.com
SUMMARY:Enchanted Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Join our woodland animals for an enchanted tea party at the nature center! Wear your favorite princess dress\, fairy outfit\, or whatever makes you feel magical! We will provide the enchanted animals\, cookies\, tea\, and other yummy snacks.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/enchanted-tea-party/
LOCATION:Prairie Park Nature Center\, 2730 Harper St.\, Lawrence\, Kansas\, 66046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
CREATED:20260422T173202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T173202Z
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SUMMARY:Penguin March
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of our coolest traditions—Penguin March at Helzberg Penguin Plaza! Watch as these charismatic penguins waddle\, explore\, and parade through the plaza while enjoying the fresh outdoor air and engaging with their animal care team. It’s a delightful opportunity to see these fan favorites up close and learn more about their behaviors\, personalities\, and care. \nPenguin Marches are FREE with zoo admission!
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/penguin-march-17/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium\, 6800 Zoo Dr.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64132\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
CREATED:20260311T032407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T032634Z
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SUMMARY:Free Weekend Fun: Nouveau Notes 
DESCRIPTION:Free | Drop-in event (no registration required)   \nFun Spot: Lobby Level\, Bloch Building | 1–4 pm \nDesign your own postcard inspired by the work of Alfonse Mucha. \nGallery Activity: Gallery 128 | 1–4 pm  \nExplore how artists combined colors\, shapes and lines to create stunning creations with the help of Museum Guide volunteers.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/free-weekend-fun-at-the-nelson-2/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art\, 4525 Oak St.\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE,Indoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
CREATED:20260506T164830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T164830Z
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SUMMARY:SciFun Saturday: World Bee Day
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16\, 2026\n1:00 PM 4:00 PM\n\nCelebrate World Bee Day at SciFun Saturday! On May 16th\, children of all ages are invited to join us from 1–4 PM at the Museum at Prairiefire for a fun\, hands-on experience making their very own earth beads at a come-and-go craft table. This free event is the perfect opportunity for little explorers to learn about bees\, nature\, and the environment while getting creative and taking home a colorful reminder of their STEAM adventure.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/scifun-saturday-world-bee-day/
LOCATION:Museum at Prairiefire\, 5801 W. 135th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
CREATED:20260422T172635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T172635Z
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and savor the sweet tradition of gathering for ice cream and live music. Join us at the replica bandstand (gazebo) — where early Lenexans once came together for cool treats and toe-tapping tunes. We’ll have a variety of ice cream flavors to choose from. \nHosted by the Legler Barn Museum & Depot\, this event is a nod to our city’s past\, where friends and neighbors met to enjoy a summer evening with a scoop. Bring your family\, bring your friends — heck\, bring your sweet tooth. Celebrate community\, history and everyone’s favorite frozen treat. \nDon’t forget your blankets and lawn chairs.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/ice-cream-social-2/
LOCATION:Legler Barn Museum\, 14907 W. 87th St. Pkwy.\, Lenexa\, Kansas\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
CREATED:20260506T165214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T165230Z
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and savor the sweet tradition of gathering for ice cream and live music. Join us at the replica bandstand (gazebo) — where early Lenexans once came together for cool treats and toe-tapping tunes. Blue Bell Creameries will provide a variety of ice cream flavors to choose from and Rick McClellan will serve up a variety of tunes. \nHosted by the Legler Barn Museum & Depot\, this event is a nod to our City’s past\, where friends and neighbors met to enjoy a summer evening with a scoop. Bring your family\, friends and your sweet tooth. \nDon’t forget your blankets and lawn chairs.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/ice-cream-social-3/
LOCATION:Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park\,  87th Street Parkway &; Lackman Road\, Lenexa\, Kansas\, 66215\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
CREATED:20260312T145110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T021239Z
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SUMMARY:End of School Bash
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host this End of School Community Event!! Join us for this annual event hosted by our Kid City ministry. There will be bounce houses\, food\, face painting\, yard games\, Sno Cone truck and more! We will have some community partners at this event as well including: Advent Hospital\, Happy Feet\, The Wellness Hub\, Community Impact Church\, and Mercy & Truth Clinic. There will be something to do for everyone\, so invite your friends and family and we will see you there!
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/end-of-school-bash/
LOCATION:New City Church\,  Wornall Rd\, 64131
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T084026
CREATED:20260331T022123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T153737Z
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SUMMARY:Stems: A Garden Soirée
DESCRIPTION:Stems is a spring-forward celebration bursting with flowers\, flavor\, music\, and community. Held at the beautiful Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens\, this all-inclusive event features culinary tastings from dozens of top local restaurants\, live music\, fine art exhibits\, festive experiences and entertainment\, and a spectacular fireworks finale. \nEach ticket includes a complimentary hand-painted souvenir wine glass\, with proceeds supporting a meaningful local cause. \nEvent proceeds benefit the Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park\, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens\, Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead\, and public art initiatives that keep the community creative\, connected\, and thriving.
URL:https://kcparent.com/event/stems-a-garden-soiree-3/
LOCATION:Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens\, 8909 W. 179th St.\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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