Hello, Kansas City!

Summer is officially heating up and we've got your week PACKED with amazing things to do! 🌞 From Shakespeare under the stars to vibrant art fairs and farmers markets bursting with local goodies, June 10-17 is serving up the perfect blend of culture, community, and summer fun.

Whether you're looking to discover new artists, treat the family to free entertainment, or connect with fellow business owners, we've found the best events happening right in our backyard.

Plus, don't forget about our referral program – share this newsletter with friends and you could win some fantastic prizes! Speaking of prizes, keep your eyes peeled because we have some exciting giveaways coming up that you won't want to miss.

Now grab your calendar, pick your favorites from our curated list below, and let's make this week unforgettable!

Here we go!

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FAMILY & KID-FRIENDLY EVENTS

Concerts In The Park - Back Alley Brass Band

📅 WHEN: Thursday, June 12, 7:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Thompson Park: 8045 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park, KS 66204
💫 ABOUT: Back Alley Brass Band brings high-energy, New Orleans-style jazz to Thompson Park with bold brass, funky grooves and an infectious rhythm that will have you dancing. The free festivities start early with Downtown Overland Park’s Car Show, and the music kicks off at 7 p.m. Bring your friends, family, a blanket or lawn chair, and come enjoy the music with your community!
🎟️ COST: Free
🔗 LINK: https://www.visitoverlandpark.com/event/concerts-in-the-park/3960/

Juneteenth OP Celebration

📅 WHEN: Saturday, June 14, 2025, 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 WHERE: Prairiefire, Overland Park, KS
💫 ABOUT: Celebrate freedom, culture, and community at this family-friendly Juneteenth celebration! The day kicks off with the June Freedom Run 5K at 7:30 AM, followed by a vibrant parade at 9:30 AM.

2025 Schedule

• 7:30 a.m. - June Freedom Run 5K

• 9:30 a.m. - Parade

• 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. - Petting zoo, vendor booths, bounce house, fire truck, face painting and carnival games.

• 11 a.m. - Speakers, musicians, poets, dancers, comedians and more.

• 11:30-12:30 - Special appearance by KC Wolf

  🎟️ COST: Free (5K registration fee applies)
  🔗 LINK: https://www.visitoverlandpark.com/event/juneteenth

📅 WHEN: Friday, June 13- 15, times vary - check the website
📍 WHERE: The Arts Asylum: 824 E Meyer Kansas City, MO 64131
💫 ABOUT: For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking. That is, except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth.

But when Jimmy draws a blank in art class during the last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him out. Together, they set out on a mission to help Jimmy conquer second-grade art, and along the way, they both learn a little something new about inspiration. Join Jimmy and Pete on an adventure of friendship, all the way to Paris and back in a VW Bus!
🎟️ COST: Free
🔗 LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pete-the-cat-tickets-1344016492509

Model T Car Show

📅 WHEN: Friday, June 14, 2025, 9:00 Am to 12:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum

500 West US Highway 24, Independence, MO 64050
💫 ABOUT: The KC Chuggers car club will bring their Model T's to the Truman Library. Don't miss this opportunity to view these classic cars up close and personal. Bring your friends and family for a morning filled with nostalgia and fun!
🎟️ COST: FREE
🔗 LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/model-t-car-show-tickets-1395553601389

FREE & LOW-COST EVENTS

Overland Park Farmers Market

📅 WHEN: Saturday, June 14, 2025, 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty Street, Overland Park, KS
💫 ABOUT: Voted "Best Farmers Market in the Nation" in 2022! Browse over 70 vendors offering farm-fresh produce, artisanal breads, local meats, specialty jams, wines, and handmade crafts. This beloved Saturday tradition brings together the community for farm-to-table goodness in a temporary but beautiful location while the new permanent pavilion is being constructed. Perfect for families looking to shop local and support regional farmers.
🎟️ COST: Free to attend
🔗 LINK: opkansas.org/FarmersMarket

Heart of America Shakespeare Festival: Love's Labour Lost

📅 WHEN: Tuesday, June 17 - July 6, 2025, 8:00 PM (Gates open at 6:00 PM)
📍 WHERE: Southmoreland Park, 4600 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO
💫 ABOUT: Experience Shakespeare under the stars in this beloved Kansas City summer tradition! This year's production is "Love's Labour Lost," a romantic comedy about four men who swear off love to focus on study, only to meet a princess and her companions. Enjoy pre-show entertainment, food trucks, and professional theater completely free. Bring blankets or chairs for lawn seating, or purchase reserved seats.
🎟️ COST: Free admission (reserved seating available for purchase)
🔗 LINK: https://kcshakes.org/loveslabourslost/

The Coffee Club At Zona Rosa

📅 WHEN: Every Thursday morning through July 31, 9:00-11:00 AM
📍 WHERE: Central Park At Zona rosa
💫 ABOUT: The Coffee Club is BACK in 2025. Join us every Thursday morning for The Coffee Club. Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Macaroni Kid Kansas City!

• June 12: Dance Party with DJ Miles of Theatre of the Imagination

Grab your friends and make a playdate! Run and play at Central Park (splash fountain, playground & more!). Enjoy coffee from Brew Haha Coffee House truck & Bravo breakfast to-go.

FREE Event (food & bev available for purchase).
DONATION REQUEST: Happy Bottoms is in desperate need for diapers for babies in KC. Please bring a package of diapers to donate to the organization if you can! Sizes 4-7 most needed.
🎟️ COST: Free
🔗 LINK: https://www.zonarosa.com/events/events/the-coffee-club-2025/

Free Poetry Workshop For Kids And Teens

📅 WHEN: Saturday, June 14, 2025, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Turnsol Books - 1664 Broadway Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64108
💫 ABOUT: Thuderwords! A free generative sound poetry workshop inspired by James Joyce.
🎟️ COST: Free
🔗 LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-poetry-workshop-for-kids-teens-thunderwords-inspired-by-james-joy-tickets-1391105336509

KC Originals -

The Faces Behind Our Favorite Places

The KC Originals series will help you discover the stories, passion, and people behind your favorite local spots across the Kansas City metro area.

Did you catch our recent article in the blog for the KC Originals Series? We had the opportunity to talk with Reecca Ishum of Quill and Balance Bookkeeping Solutions. 

What sets Rebecca apart in the bookkeeping world isn’t just her technical expertise—it’s her ability to bring warmth and real-world understanding to an industry that can often feel cold and intimidating.

NETWORKING EVENTS

Business Connect With The Gather Community

📅 WHEN: Friday, June 13, 2025, 2:00-3:00 PM
📍 WHERE: On Zoom
💫 ABOUT: Women in Business, it’s time to connect! Join us for our monthly networking event designed exclusively for women in business. Let's support each other, share knowledge, and open doors to new opportunities! Ladies, it’s time to connect! Join us for our monthly networking event designed exclusively for women in business. Let's support each other, share knowledge, and open doors to new opportunities!
🎟️ COST: Free
🔗 LINK: https://www.thegather.community/biz-connect

Content + Connect - A Business with Wisdom Networking Event

📅 WHEN: Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 9:00 -11:00 AM OR 5:00 - 7:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Cocoa Spaces - 912 East 63rd Street, Kansas City, MO 64110
💫 ABOUT: This isn't just networking, it's connecting with like-minded individuals who are ready to build their brand and "monetize their potential!"
🎟️ COST: Various ticket options available
🔗 LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/content-connect-a-business-with-wisdom-networking-event-tickets-1363854418279

Weekly In-Person Business Networking At Tanners

📅 WHEN: Every Tuesday, 11:15 - 12:15
📍 WHERE: Tanner's Bar & Grill - 12906 W 87th St Pkwy · Lenexa, KS
💫 ABOUT: Let’s make this the best Networking year! We are meeting in person. If you are looking to connect with more people to grow your business then this is the place for you!
🎟️ COST: FREE
🔗 LINK: https://www.meetup.com/johnson-county-business-networking/events/307958870/

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Did You Know?

Walt Disney opened his first animation studio, Laugh-O-Gram Studios, in Kansas City, where he fed a small rodent that inspired Mickey Mouse.

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