⛲️ Kansas vs. Missouri

Border Showdown: Friday’s game is the 122nd playing of the StorageMart Border Showdown, and the first in Lawrence since 2005. The rivalry was renewed last year, when the Tigers beat the Jayhawks 42-31 in Columbia. As of the writing of this newsletter, Missouri is a 5.5-point favorite.

Pardon Our Mess: The Jayhawks welcome the Tigers to the newly renovated David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. While Phase 2 of construction is still underway (expected completion ahead of the 2027 season), the current seating capacity sits at 32,000. Once complete, the stadium will hold 43,000 fans.

Jazz in the Village: The festival is happening at Harmon Park in the heart of Prairie Village, and welcomes 5 performances throughout the day. Headlining this year at 7:45pm is Freedom Affair, a nine-piece group led by three frontwomen bringing an “explosive and transformative” show.

Music in the Park: Festival admission is $5 for adults and free for children under 18. Outside food and beverages are not allowed, but food and drink will be available for purchase on-site. Bring a blanket and lawn chairs!

Elevating Students: Elevate Metro KC is an in-and-out-of-school program that places Teacher-Mentors alongside students during the school day and throughout the year, providing mentoring, accredited character development classes, Adventure experiences, and college and career preparation.

Chick Gives Back: The True Inspiration Awards were established in 2015 to celebrate and support nonprofit organizations making an impact in their local communities. Voting is open now through September 30th for Chick-fil-A One® Members.

How it Works: Dinner clubs are simple: you take a 15-question personality quiz, and we match you with a table with six (or so) compatible people. Tables will be matched at various restaurants across Prairie Village, with locations being announced the morning of dinner. An optional afterparty will be announced during dinner, where all groups can meet for further connection!

Dine and Dish: Dinner Club is designed to foster connection in real life, providing a space and an easy way to meet new people without pressure. Plus, we hand-select local bars and restaurants to host, so you can find new favorites!

🏐 Olympians on the Sand: The 2nd Annual George Brett 4v4 Showdown is October 3rd at Shawnee Mission Beach Volleyball! 11 Olympians, two local qualifier teams, a live DJ, and a beer garden. GA Tickets are $30.*

🏈 Gameday Gathering: Football is back, and there's no better place to watch a game than 30Hop! With two KC locations (Merriam & Lee's Summit), and one of the best happy hours in town, grab your fellow fans and meet before kickoff!*

🐻 The Best for Bears: The Kansas City Zoo announced a new, $12.5 million North American bear exhibit and is currently seeking a design team. It hopes to open by March of 2029.

👗 Very Veronica: Women’s designer clothing retailer Veronica Beard is now open on the Country Club Plaza.

🍔 Hardly Any Hardee’s: The KC metro’s only Hardee’s restaurant opened its doors yesterday at 1100 SW Third St. in Lee’s Summit. Charbroiled burgers, anyone?

🃏 Card Club: The Clubhouse, a sports card and collectibles shop, is set to open before the end of this year at 213 and 225 W. 47th St. on the Country Club Plaza.

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