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New Theatre & Restaurant: "Always a Bridesmaid"

A group of four people, three women and a man, sit around a clothed table inside the New Theater and Restaurant. There are hundreds of people behind them seated at other tables.

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Platte County South (Parkville)
8875 Clark Avenue, Parkville, MO 64152
Come see “Always A Bridesmaid” with us at the New Theatre & Restaurant.
 
Tickets are $36. Please register at the Platte County South Welcome Center. Last day to purchase tickets is September 8. Tickets are non-refundable. The tickets will be available to pick up a week before the show at the Welcome Center. You can drive yourself or carpool. If you are carpooling, meet on the day of the show in Gen A at 10:40 a.m. 
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Mobile Food Pantry

Woman holds box of tomatoes to give out at mobile food pantry

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Olathe Family YMCA
21400 W. 153rd St., Olathe, KS 66061

The Y is working to help ensure that our community has access to fresh, nutritious food through Mobile Pantry food distribution programs in partnership with Harvesters. The programs address a growing need for those unsure where their next meal will come from. 

Participants stay in their vehicles while volunteers load fresh produce, canned goods and a variety of other non-perishable items into their vehicles. All in need are welcome. The Mobile Food Pantry at the Olathe Family YMCA occurs on the first Wednesday of each month.

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Mobile Food Pantry

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North Kansas City YMCA
1999 Iron St., North Kansas City, MO 64116

The Y is working to help ensure that our community has access to fresh, nutritious food through Mobile Pantry food distribution programs in partnership with Harvesters. The programs address a growing need for those unsure where their next meal will come from. 

Participants stay in their vehicles while volunteers load fresh produce, canned goods and a variety of other non-perishable items into their vehicles. All in need are welcome. The Mobile Food Pantry at the North Kansas City YMCA occurs on the first Friday of each month.

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Red Cross Lifeguard Course

Training and Certification

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Platte County North (Platte City)
3101 Running Horse Road, Platte City, MO 64079
Gain the skills to save a life in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training. In this course for ages 15 and older, learn how to keep people safe in and around the pool. The comprehensive course offers up-to-date information on how to guard by anticipating and preventing problems before they occur and how to take action to help those in danger when necessary. The course includes accident prevention, guarding techniques, pool management and even more safety skills.
 
Friday: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 
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Kids Night Out

For a Better Us - Kids

Youth and Family Events

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Bonner Springs Family YMCA
2251 S. 138th Street, Bonner Springs, KS 66012
At the Y, we know parents need a break from time to time. With Kids Night Out, parents enjoy a night out while kids engage in fun and safe activities at the Y. Kids enjoy games, crafts, dinner, swimming and more centered around a unique monthly theme.
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KC Crew Fundraising Cornhole Tournament

Multiple teams playing cornhole outdoors

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Kirk Family YMCA (Downtown)
222 W. 11th Street, Kansas City, MO 64105

Join KC Crew for a fundraising cornhole tournament benefitting the Kirk Family YMCA! Taking place on the turf field at the Kirk Y, each team will play four round robin games. This is a 32-team tournament comprised of at least two players. In addition to cornhole, there will be tailgate games, food trucks, music and tours of the beautiful new Kirk Family YMCA. Prizes are available for the first place winners!

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AOA Book Club: "The Book of Lost and Found"

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Olathe Family YMCA
21400 W. 153rd Street, Olathe, KS 66061
The group will discuss The Book of Lost and Found by Lucy Foley. Alternating between Kate's present-day hunt and voices from the past, The Book of Lost and Found casts light on family secrets and love — both lost and found.
 
You are welcome to bring your lunch or snacks and a guest with you. You must have your own copy of the book. 
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AOA Movie Day: AIR

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Olathe Family YMCA
Anthology of Olathe, 101 W. 151st Street, Olathe, KS 66061
Join your friends to watch "AIR." Sonny Vaccaro and Nike pursue basketball rookie Michael Jordan, creating a partnership that revolutionizes the world of sports and contemporary culture.
 
Bring your own snack (popcorn will be provided) and drink if you want one. Space is limited to 18 for this showing so register early at the Olathe Family YMCA Welcome Center or online. This event is FREE.
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AOA Pumpkin Painting

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Platte County North (Platte City)
3101 Running Horse Road, Platte City, MO 64079

Art instructor Gretchen Martins will guide AOA members painting and shading a pumpkin on a small canvas to create a holiday decoration. *Supplies are limited to the first 20 people on the signup sheet at the Platte County North Welcome Center.

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AOA Trip: Bentonville, Arkansas

Outdoor photo of Bentonville, Arkansas, with fountain lit up under lights and statue on top. Historic buildings can be seen in background.

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Platte County South (Parkville)

Join Kelly for a fun trip to Bentonville, Arkansas! We will be touring the North Forest Lights at Crystal Bridges Museum, visit Cooper's Chapel, do a small hike at Tanyard Creek, walk around Compton Gardens, and tour inside Crystal Bridges Museum. Price includes the Airbnb, three meals, and entry to the North Forest Lights. We will carpool. Space is limited to 15 people. Register by October 8, 2023. 

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