KC Common Good

November Welcome Back Event
2023-11-16 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Lucile H. Bluford Branch KC Public Library, 3050 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64128, United States
Returning to the community rom incarceration can be a challenging journey, but you are not alone. Welcome Back introduces organizations that can assist you with your reentry needs, including employment, education, basic needs, health resources, etc. Join us for our final session of 2023 at the Bluford Library!

G.R.I.E.F to Relief Seminar
2023-11-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Mattie Rhodes Center, 148 N Topping Ave, Kansas City, 64123, United States
The seminar is for the surviving victims of homicide, however all are welcome to attend. The purpose of the seminar is to introduce and de-vilify the people and organizations encountered after a homicide has occurred. We feel that knowledge is power, and our sessions will allow you to take the power back.
Meetings are held bi-weekly on Thursday.
The meeting is also available on Zoom for those who cannot attend the in -person meeting.

Grief Seminar
2023-11-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Mattie Rhodes Center, 148 N Topping Ave, Kansas City, 64123, United States
Attached is a Grief to Relief Flyer regarding Cory’s Network seminar for November. The program is for anybody who wishes to attend but is geared toward people who have lost someone to homicide.

Movie Night with KCPD south patrol
2023-11-17 18:30 - 21:30 | KCPD South Patrol, 9701 Marion Park Dr, Kansas City, MO, 64137, United States
Come watch Antman and the Wasp at the South Patrol Gymnasium. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. Hot dogs and popcorn begin being served at 6ppm, movie begins at 7pm.

Special Resource Group Friendsgiving Luncheon
2023-11-18 12:00 - 15:00 | KCPD East Patrol, 2640 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, 64128, United States
The SRG (Special Resource Group) Friendsgiving Luncheon is on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at East Patrol Division 2640 Prospect from 12pm -3pm.
Menu: Turkey with stuffing and ham, mashed potatoes, green salad, corn, green beans, rolls, and dessert.
Volunteers to assist with setup, serving and tear down are welcomed. Setup starts at 10:30 am and tear down should be completed by 3:30.

Tap In Center – assistance resolving warrants
2023-11-20 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-12-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Lucile H. Bluford Branch KC Public Library, 3050 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64128, 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 warrants, meet with an attorney about their criminal case, learn their case status and court date information, apply for a public defender, connect with local services, enroll in a program to receive court reminders, and get assistance navigating the court process.
Questions? Contact the Kansas City Tap in Center: KCTapIn@gmail.com | 816-343-4899

Sign up for Pro X Youth Summer Internships
2023-11-21 08:00 - 09:00, 2023-11-28 08:00 - 09:00, 2023-12-05 08:00 - 09:00, 2023-12-12 08:00 - 09:00, 2023-12-19 08:00 - 09:00 | Pro X, 4801 Rockhill Rd, Kansas City, MO 64110, Kansas City, 64110, United States
Are you a Kansas City area young person, who is currently a 9th-12th grader, interested in working a paid internship this summer?
Students click here to start your application!
Are you a Kansas City area organization interested in hosting a high school-aged intern this summer?
Organizations click here to learn more.

Great Jobs KC Informational Session
2023-11-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-12-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-12-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-12-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event, Online, Kansas City, MO, United States
Virtual Information Sessions every Wednesday 12:00 – 1:00pm.

Join on your computer, mobile app or device
Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 221 112 442 485
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Or call in (audio only)
+1 816-406-3910 618051675# United States, Kansas City
Phone Conference ID: 618 051 675#

Kansas City: Ready in 3
2023-11-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Kansas City Public Library – Plaza Branch, 4801 Main Street, Kansas City, MO, 64111, United States
Join Kansas City’s Office of Emergency Management to learn more about how you can be Ready in 3 to prepare for many kinds of emergencies.
We’ll share some resources to help you start your own kit.
This program was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Coat Giveaway
2023-12-02 11:00 - 14:00 | The Blakk Co, 3634 Main Street, Kansas City, 64111, United States
Dotties Kitchen Annual Coat Giveaway is Saturday, December 2nd, 11am-2pm at:
The Blakk Co
3634 Main Street KCMO 64111

Key Coalition Holiday Lighting
2023-12-02 16:30 - 18:00 | Spring Valley Park, 2017 E 29th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64109, United States
Join us as we light up the night, Saturday, December 2nd 2023 at 4:30pm with the 8th Annual Midtown Holiday Lighting of Spring Valley Park (28th and Brooklyn KCMO).
Hot Chocolate, Warm Cider, Treats, Music, and MORE!!

International Human Rights Day Open House
2023-12-04 18:30 - 20:30 | 18th/Grand Blvd, 1805 Grand Blvd, Kansas, KS, 64108, United States
10 December 2023 marks the 75th anniversary of one of the world’s most groundbreaking global pledges: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This landmark document enshrines the inalienable rights that everyone is entitled to as a human being – regardless of race, color, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status. Join us in recognition of International Human Rights Day. Hear from people who stand for human rights in our community, learn about United for Human Rights International and ways you can help make human rights a reality in today’s world.

Caring For Kids virtual prayer for Schools
2023-12-05 12:00 - 12:30 | Caring For Kids
Join Caring For Kids in virtual prayer for schools on Zoom here, the first Tuesday of each Month, noon – 12:30pm.

Caring for Kids Lunch and Learn
2023-12-06 12:00 - 12:30 | MO
Are you interested in partnering with a school through Caring for Kids? Are you a Caring for Kids partner and want to learn more? Attend our monthly virtual Lunch and Learn. Click this link to register.

Youth Ambassadors Spring Application now open!
2023-12-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Youth Ambassadors, 3130 Troost Ave, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64109, United States
Applications Open: Dec. 4 – Jan. 14

Paid Employment Program: $10/hour
Ages 14-18
10 week Program
Saturdays 9am – 1pm
Training Workshops
Mental Health Support
Community Ambassador Projects

Explore your future & your potential with Youth Ambassadors!

KCPD South Patrol Movie Night
2023-12-15 18:00 - 20:30 | KCPD South Patrol, 9701 Marion Park Dr, Kansas City, MO, 64137, United States
The Polar Express is playing Friday, December 15 at 6pm.
Your ticket awaits for an evening of Christmas carols, crafts, hot cocoa, photos with Santa & more! Bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Christmas pajamas welcomed.

Winter Wonderland
2023-12-17 13:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-18 13:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-19 13:00 - 21:00 | Church of Scientology of Kansas City, 1805 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, Missouri, 64108, United States
Join us for a holiday season of family fun! ‘TIS THE SEASON FOR FAMILY, good friends, cheer and helping make spirits bright. You are invited to the 5th Annual Winter Wonderland, sponsored by the Church of Scientology. Some of the festivities you can experience are: live music, taking pictures with Santa, the red nose reindeer Rudy and the ginger bread Gingy, decorating cookies and ornaments, sitting by the fire, drinking hot cocoa and taking selfies with our Chiefs Santa!
