⛲️ 'Tis Better to Give

‘Tis Better to Give: The Giving Machines are located in Union Station’s Grand Hall next to the post office. Instead of buying snacks, visitors can swipe their credit cards to purchase various gifts for those in need, with donations benefitting nine local and global charities.

Local Love: The Giving Machines have become a community-focused holiday tradition in Kansas City, and have been praised by some of Kansas City’s biggest names. Various musical acts will also be performed at the Giving Machines throughout the holiday season.

South of the Border: Crossroads Cantina comes from the team behind The Wise Guy and The Rockhille Grille. The Mexican kitchen is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5-11pm (food until 10pm), with a daily happy hour from 4-6pm.

Taco ‘Bout It: The menu features craft cocktails and margaritas, appetizers, entrees from a wood-fired grill, fajitas, tacos, and more.

Stage Magic: The classic tale from E.T.A. Hoffman takes the stage at the Muriel Kauffman Theatre and delights audiences with a magical holiday performance. The adaptation, led by choreographer Devon Carney, premiered in Kansas City in 2015.

Sugar Plum Fairy: Performances run from Saturday, November 29th, through Wednesday, December 24th. Tickets start at $34 and tend to sell quickly, so get yours soon. Family VIP experiences are also available for $199 per ticket.

🪏 Breaking Ground: Last week, the Bluhawk development officially broke ground on phase 2, which will include a retail and entertainment district opening in the spring of 2027.

🏠 Home on the Plaza: A globally-sourced furniture, art, and home goods store called Prize Home + Garden is coming to the former Moosejaw space at 439 W. 47th St. on the Country Club Plaza.

🥧 Baked by Rye: Megan Garrelts (co-owner of Rye) will open Cornflower Baked Goods at 10555 Mission Road in Leawood’s Mission Farms. The part-bakery, part-coffee shop expects to open in February.

🚉 Next Stop: Kansas City officials unveiled a $5 million “End-of-the-Line” streetcar station and pavilion at the riverfront, featuring an iconic canopy and lighting, to serve as a “front door” to Berkley Riverfront and CPKC Stadium.

⛳️ Just Tap It In: Tap Ins at the Greenhouse, an indoor/outdoor golf entertainment concept in Overland Park, opens to the public on December 9th. We are getting a sneak peek next week, so stay tuned.

🧢 ICYMI: We recently launched our first piece of merch, our Neighborhood Caps! Showcase your neighborhood pride with timeless style, and use code subscriber to take 10% off your order! No cap.

🚀 Take Off: Over 92% of KC Daily readers have reported attending an event or supporting a local business they’ve seen advertised in our newsletter. Tell us about your event or business, and let’s find a plan that works for you!