This city never ceases to surprise us. The people we meet. The events around it that encourage us all to enjoy one another and the moments they provide. The camaraderie alone gives us pride to be a business in such an amazing city. With certain areas of town comes certain neighborhood spots and one of […]
Louie’s Wine Dive Water Closets
A Water Closet by definition is a “flush toilet” or “a room containing a flush toilet”. When Louie’s Wine Dive opened its new location in Overland Park they choose a building previously housed by a gas station. Sitting on the corner of 119th street parallel to The Cheesecake Factory, Whole Foods and next door to […]
The Manifesto Experience
Speakeasy: “An illicit liquor store or nightclub.” The prohibition-like speakeasy has made its resurgence over the last several years, popping up all over urban areas across the country. Of course Kansas City joined this movement with gusto, opening up several in the downtown area. One that has received attention is Manifesto, connected somewhat to the […]
Flowin with the Sump Pump Jams
The idea of water standing anywhere outside the designated areas of sinks, showers, tubs and toilets is enough to make any homeowner anxious. As innocuous as water may seem, it can cause serious damage to the walls, floors, furnishings and belongings if left standing. With this kind of scenario, it’s no wonder homeowners hold their […]
Playing the American Songbook
Forget about the history books, it’s the music of a time period that truly shapes and impacts the masses. Kansas City’s Quality Hill Playhouse live performance theatre is at the forefront of this historical effort, keeping the music of the past alive and relevant for Kansas Citians through music theatre. Quality Hill Playhouse holds a […]
Kansas City’s Vault of Knowledge
Kansas City’s downtown revival is a source of pride. The Kansas City Public Library’s Central Library, located at 10th and Baltimore, is its literary focal point. The former bank building is an architectural marvel and a community hub. Jonathan Kemper, library board president, envisioned repurposing the building. In 2004, after extensive restoration, the library relocated. […]