Jackson County Prosecutor Candidate Forum

UMKC School of Law 500 E. 52nd St., Kansas City, United States

Hear from prosecutor candidates as they share their vision for a safer Jackson County. Event is moderated by Peggy Lowe, Investigative Reporter with KCUR, and Maurice A. Watson, Of Council with Husch Blackwell. Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 5:30-7:30pm UMKC Law School, Thompson Courtroom - 500 E 52nd St. Kansas City, Missouri, 64110 Parking is located […]

Health Fair

Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council 3700 Woodland Ave, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council and Santa Area Council have partnered with Our Health Jackson County to off a free, open to the public Health Fair. Screenings in include mental health, blood pressure, blood sugar, STI awareness, cancer checks and more. Participants can earn up to $100 in cash incentives, swag and free lunch. Stay for […]

Free

Ivanhoe and Santa Fe Area Council Health Fair & Farmers Market

Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council 3700 Woodland Ave, Kansas City, MO, United States

Get free health screenings & vaccinations to receive incentives up to $100! $40 for a COVID-19  vaccination (5 & Up) $20 for an STI screening and $40 to complete an OHJC survey (13 & Up) Limited number of participants. Lunch Provided for Participants. First Come First Serve. Call 816-921-6611 for more information.  

Free
Event Series Ivanhoe Farmers Market

Ivanhoe Farmers Market

Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council 3700 Woodland Ave, Kansas City, MO, United States

Every 2nd Saturday of the month from 9am-1pm, the public can visit the Ivanhoe Farmer’s Market on 3700 Woodland Avenue to purchase fresh produce and other goods from over 25 local farmers and vendors. There is fun for the whole family inducing a kids tent, live music and food trucks. 

Event Series Tap In Center – Kansas City

Tap In Center – assistance resolving warrants

Lucile H. Bluford Branch KC Public Library 3050 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Kansas City Public Library is partnering with several justice involved organizations to provide a Tap In Center at our Lucile H. Bluford Branch. The Tap In Center is designed to be a safe space for individuals in Jackson County (Missouri) who need assistance resolving warrants. At the Tap In Center, individuals can check for outstanding […]

Free

Missouri at the Crossroads of Music and Race

Kansas City Museum 3218 Gladstone Blvd, Kansas City, United States

A Summer Institute for K-5 Classroom Teachers and Music Specialists The Missouri Council for History Education invites you to apply to attend one of these two-day summer institutes (one in Kansas City and one in St. Louis) which will provide you with tools to help your students explore the context of racial segregation in the […]

Great Jobs KC–Skills for Success Expo

Linwood YMCA 3800 Linwood Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

Date: Tuesday July 16th | Time: 10 am - 2 pm Location: Linwood YMCA 3800 Linwood Blvd Kansas City, MO 64128

Youth Ambassadors’ Teen Peace Summit

Robert J. Mohart Multipurpose Center 3200 Wayne, Kansas City, United States

The Teen Peace Summit focuses on uplifting youth voices on anti-violence principals and bringing the community together to take us a step closer to peace. Join us at the Teen Peace Summit for a day of unity, empowerment, and action as we pave the way for a brighter future in Kansas City. Must be 14-18 […]

Free
Event Series Reentry Subcommittee

Reentry Subcommittee

Second Chance Risk Reduction Center 3100 Broadway Blvd, Ste1230, Kansas City, United States

Subcommittee of KC360 focused on actionable efforts at reducing barriers in the community for our justice impacted community members. Actively working on planning an education event for bistate employers to implement comprehensive fair hiring practices and become compliant with the Ban the Box ordinance passed by KCMO City Council in 2018.

Free

Community Walk

51st and Prospect 5101 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, United States

Join us on a Community Walk along 51st and Prospect starting at noon, Wednesday, July 24, as we speak to community members about available resources and solutions we can do together to reduce violence.

Jackson County Public Meeting

Macedonia Baptist Church 1700 East Linwood Boulevard, Kansas City, United States

A Discussion of Neighborhood Violence in Kansas City Hosted by Jackson County Legislators Donna Peyton (2nd District At-Large) & Manny Abarca (1st District) Please join us for this Public Meeting on the Public Health Crisis of Violence with Neighborhood Leaders. Featuring a Panel Discussion with Neighborhood Leaders moderated by Eric Wesson, Editor/Publisher Next Page KC […]

Free

Community Listening Session: Overdoses

Lucile H. Bluford Branch KC Public Library 3050 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, United States

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) and Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH) will be hosting listening sessions in Kansas City on August 1st from 2-4 pm to collect local-level feedback to guide state-level overdose prevention and response efforts. The Kansas City session will take place at the Bluford Branch of the […]

Free

Brick by Brick: What will it take to solve KC’s affordable housing crisis?

Kansas City Public Library - Plaza Branch 4801 Main Street, Kansas City, MO, United States

Swope Health will host “Brick by Brick: What it will take to solve Kansas City’s affordable housing crisis,” a moderated panel discussion, on Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Kansas City Public Library-Plaza Branch, Truman Forum Auditorium (4801 Main St., Kansas City, Mo.). The event, free and open to all, will begin with a reception at 5 p.m. The […]

Free

Community Assistance Council’s Resource Fair

Optimist Bingo Hall 11154 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, United States

Saturday August 3 at CAC's SKC Resources Fair at the Optimist Club Bingo Hall, 11154 Blue Ridge Boulevard, KCMO. Your organization is invited to have a table and share information and also provide an onsite activity or service if you can. The Optimist Bingo Hall (same venue) is very large so there is plenty of […]

Free

Tenant Resource Fair

Marlborough Community Center 8200 The Paseo, Kansas City, United States

There are 25+ resource organizations available to support tenants' needs for being the best tenant-neighbors they can be, protecting their financial interests as renters, and taking full advantage of city services available to them, especially if they have not lived in KCMO before.

Free

Santa Fe Neighborhood Community Walk

28th and Benton 2732 Benton Blvd, Kansas City, MO, United States

Join us on a Community Walk in the Santa Fe Neighborhood on Thursday, August 8, meeting up at 28th and Benton at 5pm, as we speak to and learn from community members about available resources and solutions we can do together to reduce violence.

Ivanhoe Back to School Giveaway

Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council 3700 Woodland Ave, Kansas City, MO, United States

Resources, Health Screenings, Bounce House, Farmers Market, FREE School Supplies, and more! All children must be accompanied by a guardian to receive supplies. Ages 4-14, 10am-noon at 3700 Woodland Ave. KCMO 64109 Register here.

Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway

Bridge Leadership Academy 10521 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, United States

This event will be held on August 10th, 2024 at 10AM, concluding at 1PM. Lunch will be provided! The location is 10521 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64134. Please keep in mind that this is a first come, first serve event, and we may run out of supplies towards the end of the event. […]

Caring Communities Day!

Morning Star Community Center 2525 E. 27th Street, Kansas City, MO, United States

Food, Games, Music, Family Resources and more! @ Morning Star Youth and Family Life Center, 27th and Prospect, KCMO Here we come! Caring Communities Day Aug. 10 to unite city in pride, joy — Local Investment Commission (kclinc.org)

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