Welcome to Your KC Scoop!

Hello, Kansas City!

Your KC Scoop, your new go-to weekly newsletter for all things Kansas City! Every week, we'll bring you the latest on local events and insights into the fantastic small businesses that make our city so vibrant.

Whether you've been a lifelong KC resident or are just discovering our city's charm, this newsletter is designed to keep you connected to what matters most.

From the bustling River Market to the historic West Bottoms, we'll explore the best of Kansas City and the surrounding areas together.

What to Expect:

• KC Events: Stay ahead of the curve with our event calendar featuring concerts, festivals, and more.

• Special Deals & Coupons: Enjoy exclusive discounts from local businesses, helping you save while supporting your community.

• Spotlight on Small Businesses: Meet the entrepreneurs and innovators who are shaping Kansas City's unique culture.

We're excited to share this journey with you! Feel free to reach out if you have any suggestions or would like to feature your business. We’d love to hear your ideas! Let us know what we did right and where we can improve!

We’re not experts in copywriting, advertising, or marketing. We just love Kansas City and small, local businesses. So, we’re trying to share all the cool things we find with people who are looking for them!

Happy Reading, and Let's Explore KC Together!
Your KC Scoop Team
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Upcoming KC Events

Lakeside Speedway

Big weekend on tap at Lakeside Speedway with great racing on Friday Night, 2X Monster Trucks on Saturday and another 2X Monster Truck show on Sunday.

Make your plans now not to miss one second of all the action that is Lakeside Speedway!

Gladstone Record Fair

Join us this weekend for the 3rd Annual Gladstone Record Fair.
Friday April 25th 3p ~ 6:30p Adm $10
Saturday April 26th 8:30a ~ 3p Adm $5
10 & under free
Child care is available from the Gladstone Community Center - $2/hr

Handball Tournament

Supporting KC Businesses:

The Heart of Kansas City

Hello, Kansas City! My name is Katie Mather, and I am the independent owner and operator of The Tidy Terror. I started my business in 2022.

I hold a degree in business administration and have worked with several wonderful commercial and residential clients, including Price Chopper, State Farm, and numerous smaller businesses in the Northland.

I am licensed and insured, and I continually expand my knowledge and expertise in the industry to enhance my clients’ lives.

Feel free to check us out on social media to see our client transformations.

Services Include:
Move-out Cleaning
Move-in cleaning
Organization Projects
Meal prep Personal Chef
Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly Cleaning
Commerical Cleaning
Vacation & Drop In Pet Care

Please find us on Facebook

Family & Kid-Friendly Activities

Busy Bean Play Cafe in Liberty

Indoor Playground & Coffee- Liberty, MO.
Birthday Party Venue 🥳
Purposeful Play + Purposeful Stay

Check us out on Facebook

Or on the web https://www.busybeanplaycafe.org/ 

The Rabbit Hole

A new museum experience...that celebrates and brings to life a century of American children's literature for visitors of all ages.

The Rabbit hOle is the first museum of its kind in the United States.

Spanning three floors, the Rabbit hOle brings countless works of children’s literature to life.

Visitors become explorers in an immersive, multi-sensory, narrative landscape filled with discoverable environments.

The Rabbit hOle
919 E 14th Ave

North Kansas City, MO 64116

+1 (816) 492-7915

rabbithOlekc.org

Tufting (Rug Making) Class

Come out and learn how to make your own rug!

Fun for the whole family!

3 classes this Saturday!

After Dark

Are you looking for something different? Here are three lesser-known “hidden gems” for couples in Kansas City after dark:

1. Drastic Measures (Shawnee)
A cozy, intimate cocktail bar with expertly crafted drinks and a romantic vibe. Known for its quiet ambiance and lack of TVs, it’s ideal for focused conversation over creative cocktails14.

2. Panther’s Place
A hidden speakeasy-style spot in KC’s historic Westside area with a retro-chic atmosphere, offering craft cocktails and a relaxed, unpretentious vibe. Described as "insanely cool" and perfect for couples seeking exclusivity24.

3. Swordfish Tom’s
A dimly lit, underground cocktail den accessed via an unmarked door. Features inventive drinks and a sultry, jazz-age ambiance, tranquil on weeknights.

Bonus: Goat & Rabbit offers a moody, industrial-chic setting with muted TVs and craft cocktails, though slightly busier than the others.

This Week’s Weather

Weather info courtesy of The Weather Channel. Check out their website for more detailed information.

Some Upcoming Concerts

 April 23
- Half Alive
7:00 PM at The Truman
- Your Neighbors
8:00 PM at Uptown Theater

April 24
- Smokey Jones and the 3 Dollar Pistols

8:00 PM at Knuckleheads

April 25
- MercyMe
7:00 PM Cable Dahmer Arena
- Tropidelic & Ballyhoo!
7:30 PM at Madrid Theatre

April 26
- Zeds Dead
7:00 PM at Cable Dahmer Arena
- Paul Simon
8:00 PM at The Midland Theatre
- Joywave & little image
8:00 PM at The Truman
- Dehd
7:00 PM at The Granada
- The Smithereens
8:00 PM at Knuckleheads

April 28
- Korine
8:00 PM at recordBar

April 29
- Foxy Shazam
7:30 at recordBar

Taking Care of Business

Are you looking for trusted businesses and services in Kansas City? Your KC Business Directory is your go-to resource for discovering local businesses, professionals, and service providers across every industry.

The Your KC Business Directory is more than just a place to find local businesses—it’s your go-to resource for discovering exclusive deals and special promotions all around Kansas City in the Coupons section. We connect you with the best small businesses in town, making it easy to shop local, save money, and support KC’s thriving community. 

Plus, our Events section keeps you updated on festivals, pop-up markets, grand openings, and other exciting happenings hosted by local businesses. At Your KC, we make exploring and supporting Kansas City easier—and more rewarding—than ever!