The event is free but pre-registration is requested. Registration opens May 11>> Grab your teddy bear(s), picnic blanket and lunch to celebrate National Teddy Bear Picnic Day at the Bandstand in beautiful Swope Park! Featuring . . . *Music by Janie Next Door *Story time with the Kansas City Public Library *Ice Cream from the KC Scoop Coupe […]
Welcome to Lakeside Nature Center’s Native Garden Team. We are so happy that you are willing to join us in this on-going project. Workdays may be cancelled because of the weather, if you have not been notified, call the Nature Center before coming. On workdays, please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle, garden gloves, […]
Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Sugar Skull Grill BAND: Gayle Price, Oldies R & B
The event is for patrons to view the inside of the buildings with history provided. No skits. Mansion, School, Church, and City Hall open with discussion. Other buildings will be gated and open for viewing. Admission - $5 per person. Ages 3 and under are free
Free Learn cool things about bugs including life cycles. Also find out how to support pollinator species. Visitors can participate in scheduled hike. In the Center, observe a working beehive and a caterpillar zoo. Info tables provide information about insect life cycles, supporting pollinator species and insect predators. Arts and crafts are also available. 11 […]
All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]
4-5 p.m.: Artist Check-in at KC Parks tent by stage on the west side of Theis Park
5-7 p.m.: Quick Paint
7-7:15 p.m.: Turn-in and Judging by the KC Parks stage
7:30 p.m.: Purchase Award: $500
Theis Park and The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park, Between Oak and Rockhill on Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd. (Cleaver II Blvd. will be closed from 2-9 p.m.; details below) Celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month at KC's biggest lawn party! This fun-filled evening of live music, food trucks, art activities and […]
The Pioneer Days will include historic skits, music, and open historic buildings. Admission - $8 per person. Ages 3 and under are free Ages 3 and under are free
Run for Raptors: a walk/run fundraiser for Lakeside Nature Center held at Camp Lake of the Woods trails. For more information, call 816-513-8960.
Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.
All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]
Welcome to Lakeside Nature Center’s Native Garden Team. We are so happy that you are willing to join us in this on-going project. Workdays may be cancelled because of the weather, if you have not been notified, call the Nature Center before coming. On workdays, please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle, garden gloves, […]
Friday, August 15 | 6 – 10 p.m. Saturday, August 16 | Noon – 10 p.m. Sunday, August 17 | Noon – 6 p.m. Swope Park Bandstand, Pavilion Road. Adult: $5 | 12 and under: Free with Adult | Free Parking Sorry, NO Pets Allowed. Must show certificate for service/ comfort animals. Join us as we […]
Free Learn about all things water-related including how water quality affects wildlife AND humans. Visitors participate in scheduled hike. Inside the center, visitors observe fly tying. Info tables provide information about native fish, aquatic insects and frogs. All displays emphasize water quality and how it affects wildlife. There will also be arts and crafts activities […]
All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]
MWNCC will have a mini tournament. We will set up sports stations for games like basketball & dodgeball. The purpose is to create a fun mini tournament where kids can form teams and compete in friendly matches. We will also organize a fitness circuit with challenges like relay races, jump rope contests, and tug-a war competition. […]
Ages 18+ Fee: $150/ Team Activity Code: 252510100 This will be a 6-team tournament to determine who has the best team. Each team will play 2 games to determine who plays for the champion. Winners will receive a trophy and bragging rights. Each team can have a max of 6 players.
Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Fill ‘Em Up Truck BAND: Max Groove, jazz pianist
The Pioneer Days will include historic skits, music, and open historic buildings. Admission - $8 per person. Ages 3 and under are free Ages 3 and under are free
Ages 18+ Fee: $250/ Team Activity Code: 252510101 Westport Roanoke Community Center will host a one-day Kickball Tournament. Teams are made up of 6-10 players and all teams are guaranteed at least three games.
Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.
All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]
Welcome to Lakeside Nature Center’s Native Garden Team. We are so happy that you are willing to join us in this on-going project. Workdays may be cancelled because of the weather, if you have not been notified, call the Nature Center before coming. On workdays, please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle, garden gloves, […]
Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Mai's Noodle Express BAND: Jass, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and poet
Free Help us celebrate Wilma the Box Turtle’s birthday. Learn cool facts about reptiles and how you can support them in the wild. Wilma’s friends from the library will distribute books There will also be arts and crafts activities and display tables. 11 a.m. – Wilma The Box Turtle Noon – Reptiles of Missouri 1 […]
All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]
The Pioneer Days will include historic skits, music, and open historic buildings. Admission - $8 per person. Ages 3 and under are free Ages 3 and under are free
Activities focus on Badges and Adventures for Scouts aged 6-12. $10 admission fee, registration is required. Cap of 100 scouts. Scouts receive a ‘fun’ patch and participate in 6 activities that lead to badges and adventure.
Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature read stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to meet one of our education animals.
All scheduled hikes are open to the public. There is no fee. Hikes will be cancelled in severe weather – call the center (816-513-8960) for confirmation. Please dress appropriately for the weather of the day (i.e. raingear, layers of clothing for cold weather, sunscreen and hats for warm weather, insect repellent, closed-toed shoes or boots). […]
Welcome to Lakeside Nature Center’s Native Garden Team. We are so happy that you are willing to join us in this on-going project. Workdays may be cancelled because of the weather, if you have not been notified, call the Nature Center before coming. On workdays, please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle, garden gloves, […]
Free Gather treats and meet several of our animal ambassadors during this unique drive-thru event. Guests are invited to drive through the parking lot, receive a bag with education information, stop at the various ‘trunks’ for treats and meet our animal ambassadors.
Grab some lunch and listen to live bands in this quaint downtown park! Third Wednesday of the month through October. #AFoodTruckAndABand FOOD TRUCK: Sugar Skull Grill BAND: David Luther, singer/songwriter
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