LOCAL COMMUNITY EVENTS
Fri, Jan 6, 10 am, Jazz Storytelling, American Jazz Museum Atrium, 1616 E. 18th. Aimed at toddlers to early elementary schoolers, Jazz Storytelling is led by vocalist Lisa Henry, storyteller Brother John, drummer Mike Warren, and bassist Tyrone Clark. Their master storytelling skills bring an innovative, engaged approach for you and the whole family to enjoy. FREE
Thur., Jan. 12, 5 – 7 pm WeCode/KC Volunteer Round Up & Happy Hour. 5008 Prospect Ave. A local nonprofit dedicated to providing Kansas City’s youth, age 7-17, with access to various areas of technology to ensure they are future-ready professionals in IT. Seeking some dedicated volunteers to assist with our 2023 programming year. Join us for a fun night of music by DJ Ben Rich and tasty lite bites and beverages while getting some information about volunteering with WeCode KC. FREE
Fri, Jan 13, 7 pm. 2023 KC MLK Recruiting Combine. Kansas City Convention Center – Hall D, 300 W 13th St. The 2023 KC MLK Recruiting Combine, in partnership with the Heart of America Region and the 2023 KC Martin Luther King Tournament, is open to any 8th grade and high school age player, regardless if they are participating in the KC MLK Tournament or not and will be promoted to every NCAA Division II, Division III, NAIA and Junior College Volleyball program in Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska, Colorado, Arkansas and Louisiana. Cost: $120
Fri., Jan 13, 11:30 am, Chancellor’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Luncheon. Lowes Kansas City Hotel 1515 Wyandotte St. A conversation on Social Justice for all. Donna Brazile, Keynote Speaker, formerly a contributor to ABC News, CNN, who served twice as acting Chair of the Democratic National Committee.and a syndicated newspaper columnist. Moderator, Kevin Holmes, evening news anchor and reporter for KSHB 41. Cost $150.
Mon., Jan. 16, 9am. 2023 MLK Day of Service. Central Middle School, 3611 Linwood Blvd.In partnership with Kansas City Public Schools, City Year Kansas City will bring together 100+ volunteers from across the metro to brighten and beautify the halls of Central Middle School in an effort to reconnect, uplift, and inspire the students, FREE
Mon Jan 16, 10 am. MLK Day of Service, Linwood Y, 3800 Linwood Blvd,. A Day of Service, dedicated in honor of the great Martin Luther King Jr. Projects: PB & J Sandwiches, Fleece Blankets, Affirmation Cards, Hygiene Kits, Bed of Bags. Projects will then be distributed through the homeless community in Kansas City. FREE
Mon, Jan 16, 12 – 2 pm. MLK Day 2023 First Time Homebuyer Seminar. AKA Day of Service. Black Archives Of Mid-America 1722 E. 17th Terrace #Ste 315. providing you an opportunity to learn about becoming a homeowner! No matter where you are in your credit journey. FREE
Mon Jan 16, 9 am – Noon. MLK Service Day with AARP Kansas City. Cleaver Family YMCA, 7000 Troost. Join AARP to honor Dr. King’s legacy of action to create a more beloved community where everyone is cared for. Projects may include making sleeping mats or assembling health care kits for the unhoused, writing notes/cards for struggling students or Veterans, and other activities to be determined. FREE
