Reyes Ramirez unveils magic in ‘Parade of Hearts’ installation
By Chara Reyes Ramirez unveils magic in ‘Parade of Hearts’ installationWhen Socorro Reyes Ramirez’s application to contribute to the latest “Parade of Hearts” art installation/fundraising campaign was accepted, she decided to create a design with a magical perspective.Titled “The Seven Magic Animals,” Reyes Ramirez’s piece is located at North Oak Trafficway in Kansas City, Missouri. […]
Sifuentes’ story of sacrifice is remembered, shared
By Tere Siqueira On Independence Day (July 4), the United States will celebrate its freedom from British rule.Some Americans use the holiday to express their gratitude to those souls who fought for the freedoms they enjoy, whether in the Revolutionary War against Great Britain or beyond. One individual to whom they might express their gratitude […]
World Refugee Day celebration at The Kansas City Public Library – North-East Branch!
On June 17, the Northeast branch of the Kansas City Public Library hosted a celebration in honor of World Refugee Day. It was a day full of activities, free food trucks, and speakers, including an appearance by Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas. ¡Celebración del Día Mundial del Refugiado en la Biblioteca Pública de Kansas City […]
Vargas showcases artwork at Mexican Consulate exhibit
By CharaOn June 2, Liz Vargas was honored.That day, Vargas’ work was featured with other Kansas City area artists in an exhibit at the Mexican Consulate in Kansas City, Missouri. The exhibit was part of First Friday in the Crossroads, a monthly event staged by the Crossroads Art District.Having participated in the consulate’s entrepreneurial program […]
Fatherhood a good life-changing experience, Duran claims
By Angie BaldelomarFatherhood is a game-changer, as Kansas City area resident Raul Duran shares ahead of Father’s Day, scheduled this year for Sunday (June 18).“When your kid is born, it’s such a beautiful moment that it changes your life for the better,” Duran said. “It changes your priorities.”Duran, who works for Arvest Bank as talent […]
Memorial Day commemorated at Union Station
By Tere Siqueira On May 28, Union Station and the National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri, partnered to celebrate Memorial Day weekend by staging the annual Bank of America Celebration at the Station.The event began at 5 p.m. with various activities and entertainment for the attendees. More than 20 food […]
KC PrideFest dates set
By Chara Kansas City, Missouri, is among the many communities around the world with activities planned to celebrate June as Pride Month.In Kansas City, the activities include the KC PrideFest and Pride Parade, both scheduled for this weekend (June 9-11). PrideFest is slated for Friday-Sunday (June 9-11) at Theis Park, located at 47th Street and […]
More than 30 booths featured at Frontier’s latest Multicultural Festival
Story by Tere Siqueira and photos by Facebook Frontier School Multiple countries were celebrated on May 20, when the Frontier School of Innovation in Kansas City, Missouri, staged the return of its annual Multicultural Festival.Attendees experienced a day full of diverse food, artistic performances and outdoor activities at the festival, which had been on hiatus […]
Summer Season Heats Up with Parkwood Pool, Spray Parks and Summer Camp
Kansas City, KS – The Unified Government Department of Parks & Recreation will be opening Parkwood Pool (950 Quindaro Blvd) for the 2023 Summer Season this Saturday for Memorial Day weekend. The pool will be open Tuesdays through Sundays during most of the summer season, except for Memorial Day and Fourth of July.Like the 2022 season, Parkwood […]
Giselle Garza uses art as an outlet of showing love
By Chara Giselle Garza is a talented 19-year-old artist from Kansas City. Her passion for art began since she was a kid, and she has been creating art ever since. She was nominated to participate in the Parade of Hearts 2023 with her sculpture ‘El Amor Crece Aquí’ (Love grows here) and she feels proud […]