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SUMMARY:Reel Black Film Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd annual film fest showcases a compelling curation of local short and feature-length films from Black filmmakers across the region.\n\n\nGeneral admission is free\, registration is required. The weekend kicks off Friday night with a VIP opening reception (paid ticket required) and wraps up with an after-party hosted by Vine Street Brewing Co. On Saturday\, the celebration continues with a full day of film screenings and community conversations\, ending with a closing reception at the American Jazz Museum. Full details below! \n \nGENERAL FESTIVAL ADMISSION\nThe Gem Theater | FREE \nFriday\, Feb. 20 | 5 – 8 p.m. \nSaturday\, Feb. 21 | 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. \nGeneral Admission includes: \n\nAccess to dynamic films\, thoughtful conversations\, and community connection.\n\n\nBlack-Owned Marketplace\n\n\nFilmmaker’s Lounge\n\n\nRefreshments Available for Purchase\n\n \nVIP OPENING RECEPTION\nThe Gem Theater | $150 \nFriday\, Feb. 20 | 4 – 5 p.m. \nPurchase includes: \n\nVIP opening reception (refreshments included)\n\n\nOne-year Kansas City PBS filmmaker membership (one-year registration)\n\n\nReel Black Film Fest T-shirt\n\n\nReel Black Film Fest Poster\n\n\nEarly-access Black-Owned Marketplace\n\n\nMeet and greet with the Filmmakers\n\n \nREEL BLACK ON TAP\nVine St. Brewing Co. | FREE \nFriday\, Feb. 20 | 8 – 10 p.m. \nJoin us to celebrate the first evening of the film fest with an after party at Vine Street Brewing. \n \nCLOSING RECEPTION\nAmerican Jazz Museum | FREE \nSaturday\, Feb. 21 | 7 – 10 p.m. \nWe’ll close out the festival with award presentations\, filmmaker mingling\, light bites and drinks. \n \nSPECIAL MERCH OFFER!\nFor a limited time\, pre‑order* a poster + shirt bundle for a $75 donation\, or a shirt for a $60 donation and save on transaction fees. Shirts will be sold at the event in limited quantities and will include additional transaction fees. Posters are only available with a pre‑order or a VIP ticket. \nAll t‑shirts and posters will be available for pick‑up at the festival near the Black‑Owned Marketplace. See a staff member for details. \n*Pre‑order by Friday\, Jan. 30 at noon \n \nThe Reel Black Film Fest is presented in partnership with Fem the Future. \n \nFAQs\n\nStreet parking and nearby parking lots are available for The Gem Theater\, Vine Street Brewing Co. and The American Jazz Museum.\n\n\nAdditional schedule details will be released Friday\, Jan. 30.\n\n\nFor additional information regarding ADA accessibility\, please email communications@kansascitypbs.org.
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LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 1615 East 18th Street\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
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SUMMARY:Shocker Community Night: “Move\, Play\, Connect”
DESCRIPTION:Elementary\, middle\, and high school students — bring your families\, mentors\, and those who support you for a FREE night of fun\, food\, movement\, and connection at WSU!  \n\n\n\nEnjoy open access to: Gym games & open play E-Sports Hub Literacy/reading room Game stations & activities Free dinner (pizza + drinks) Door prizes while supplies last \n\n\n\nWe’re welcoming students & families\, church youth groups\, TRIO & GEAR UP programs\, Shocker Neighborhood families\, and community friends to come together with WSU for a night centered on wellness\, recreation\, and community connection. \n\n\n\nCommunity & university partners can also table\, share resources\, or host an activity. Please register to table or host an activity by January 31st. \n\n\n\nMain Programming | 5:00–7:45 PM Dinner Gym activities E-Sports Hub Literacy room Resource tables Organized games \n\n\n\nContinued Activities | 8:00–10:00 PM Movie Night Open Swim E-Sports (extended) Open Gym \n\n\n\n Register to attend\, volunteer\, or table (same link):https://wichitastate.co1.qualtrics.com/…/SV… \n\n\n\n Parking is FREE after 5 PM. Closest lots: 5\, 10\, 19W\, 15Map: https://map.concept3d.com/?id=1128#!ce/24624?ct/51577?s/ \n\n\n\nLet’s Move\, Play & Connect together at WSU!
URL:https://www.communityvoiceks.com/event/shocker-community-night-move-play-connect/
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