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The VOICE, May 5, 2023
PUT THESE EVENTS ON YOUR CALENADAR
Tue., May 9, 8 – 11:59 pm: Tuesday Night Jazz Jam, Uptown Lounge 3400 Main. Tuesday Night Jazz Jam hosted by Eboni Fondren and friends every Tuesday. All musicians and listeners are welcome. FREE
Thu, May 11 – 13, 6:30 pm: My Brother is My Security Blanket Stage Play by Gary Enrique Bradley-Lopez, Harris Park Theater,1604 E. 41 St. A stage play about the creation of Harris Park. It explores how one brother was involved in the community, the other brother was involved in drugs and how the two coincided. The trials and tribulations which ultimately led to a success story. $25 https://bit.ly/424V9B2
Thu., May 11, 6 – 7:30 pm: Community Listening Session With KCPD’s Stacey Graves. 5600 E 112 Terrace. Graves will open the session by sharing her ideas on ways to reduce KCMO’s high rate of violent crime and then community members will engage in world café-style conversations around tables, reporting out their thoughts and concerns. FREE
Sat, May 13, 11 am: KCMO City Council Candidate Forum, IBEW Local Union 124 301 E 103 Terrace. The forum will focus on issues pertaining to working people and union members in Kansas City. Mayor Quinton Lucas will address the audience to start the forum. FREE
Sat, May 13, 12 pm: Shades of Purple Mother’s Day Brunch: Kentucky Derby Style, The View Community Center 13500 Byars Rd, Grandview. Throw on your favorite spring dress, a stylish derby hat, comfortable shoes and come out to join the Black Butterfly Foundation for a day full of food, fun, entertainment, and conversation. Cost $5 https://bit.ly/3NnBTKZ
Sat, May 13, 2:30 pm: A Masquerade Prom, Linwood YMCA, 3800 Linwood Blvd. P.E.A.C.E Center in conjunction with Urban Community Connections and KC Melting Pot Theatre is hosting its 5th annual Prom. A unique afternoon designed for individuals ages 15 and up with special needs and their families. FREE+ https://bit.ly/41LICTb
Sat, May 13, 5 pm: Mothers Day Mayhem, Velvet Freeze, 1827 Vine. Mothers Day Celebration Concert Ken The Man Live on Vine. $25 https://bit.ly/3nlvQff
Sun., May 14, 2 pm: Mother’s Day Buffet & Gospel/Jazz Brunch, 3043 State Ave. Dig into our signature all-you-can eat brunch buffet featuring Southern-inspired favorites while showcasing local talent performing both gospel songs and jazz guaranteed to raise your spirits. Sponsored by Faith Deliverance Worship Center. $15+ https://bit.ly/42baYX5
Tue., May 16, 8 – 11:59 pm: Tuesday Night Jazz Jam, Uptown Lounge, 3400 Main. Tuesday Night Jazz Jam hosted by Eboni Fondren and friends every Tuesday. All musicians and listeners are welcome. FREE
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