Around the District

Shocktober kicks off 31 days of Screenland horror, indoor and out

Shocktober returns to the big screens at Screenland Armour theatre, where you can watch outdoor double features in the backlot, see some classic and cult horror fare indoors (as well as Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster “Tenet”) or enjoy a Crane Brewing Co Shocktober blueberry sour on a gorgeous Midwestern Fall evening on the front patio (weekends only) while rustling leaves blow past just like Haddonfield, Illinois. Here’s the full lineup horror hounds– go to Screenland.com/armour to Read more…

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Mask ordinance goes into effect for North Kansas City

On Wednesday, after a Tuesday night emergency session to catch North Kansas City mask policy up with the surrounding KCMO (and State of Kansas) mask requirement orders, Mayor Don Stielow instituted a mask requirement order for people entering and moving about the interior of public-facing businesses. That means all of our friends and partners here at RiverNorth Business League. Pub owners reserve the right to refuse service to those they feel aren’t compliant, though you Read more…

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Should I wear a mask while out?

While you’re out enjoying your summer at recently reopened establishments around North Kansas City and southern Clay County, know that there are still public health guidelines still in place by the Clay County Health Department. To accommodate for this, and to encourage safe behavior of guests, establishments around North Kansas City have installed floor markings and signs to keep people distanced, and have masked up their staff to prevent spread from possible asymptomatic carriers. Please Read more…

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Panic Fest Returns With Films to Thrill and Delight

Horror, sci-fi, and thriller film fans gather once again for Panic Fest, the annual film and live event festival running from January 24-30 at Screenland Armour in North Kansas City. More than 60 films will be screened at the theater including blocks of short film showcases. Moviemaker Magazine recognized Panic Fest as a 25 Bloody Best Genre Fests of 2020. Looking at the diverse range of films on the slate, it’s easy to see why. Here’s Read more…

By Pete Dulin, ago
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After six years in North Kansas City, Grain to Glass closes its doors

Grain to Glass, a North Kansas City homebrew supply shop and craft beer bar, plans to close on January 31st. Owner Jennifer Helber first opened Grain to Glass in the River Market in August of 2012 in a corner of the Market 3 bodega along 3rd Street. She relocated the shop to 1611 Swift in NKC, on March 1, 2014, in time for the Snake Saturday Parade. After many years in business, Helber made a Read more…

By Pete Dulin, ago

Big Rip Brewing’s Taproom Brings Community Together

More than half a decade into Kansas City’s craft brewing boom, The Big Rip Brewing Company in North Kansas City is no longer the new kid on the block. Greater Kansas City now has more than two-dozen breweries across the metropolitan area. For Northlanders and other visiting guests, The Big Rip brewery remains a cozy neighborhood gathering spot for craft beer fans. Josh Collins and Kipp Feldt founded Big Rip in May 2013 as a Read more…

By Pete Dulin, ago
RINO Procrastinator's Christmas Tree with RINO/dino sticket

Procrastinator’s Christmas Market at Colony/RINO

This year marks the Third Annual Procrastinator’s Christmas Market Pop-up on 2nd Saturday, December 14, 10 AM to 4 PM, at RINO and Colony. The event showcases cool art, gifts, and goods from local makers.  “We feature a dozen or so different KC makers,” says Zach Henderson, co-owner of RINO and Colony. “From apparel to potters as well as candle makers, jewelry makers, vinyl collectors. and wood makers. We hand pick all the vendors to Read more…

By Pete Dulin, ago

Spend Black Friday and Small Business Saturday at NKC Destinations

Make the most of Black Friday, November 29th, and Small Business Saturday, November 30th. Visit numerous retail stores, studios, restaurants, bars and other businesses throughout North Kansas City for this weekend’s Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Eat, drink, shop, and explore while saving money on great deals. Here’s a sample of the various events, promotions, special releases, and sales. EAT AND DRINK Old Shawnee Pizza at Repeal 18th1825 Buchanan St., North Kansas CityOld Shawnee Read more…

By Pete Dulin, ago

Food, Music, and Friendly Faces Draw People to Christine’s Firehouse

People often call Christine’s Firehouse (2012 Swift, North Kansas City) about the pork tenderloin sandwich. Rightly so. The large platter comes out nearly covered with a massive fried pork tenderloin that deserves its own zip code. Regulars at Christine’s order a second bun so they can make two sandwiches out of the generous portion.  Owner Christine Seymour bought The Firehouse in 2014 from the previous owner, Dave Love. “I like people and running a bar,” Read more…

By Pete Dulin, ago
Art Expo at DesignWerx in North Kansas City

Explore Creative Works at the DesignWerx Art Expo and Armour Art Walk

Head to DesignWerk on Saturday, November 9, to peruse and shop for paintings, pottery, photography, and more at the DesignWerx Art Expo and Armour Art Walk (1313 Atlantic, North Kansas City). The event brings together outstanding area artists and includes raffles, a caricature artist, food, drinks, and live music by Linda Morrison and Ric Gordon. Funds from the grand prize raffle will benefit The Rabbit Hole, a children’s literature museum being built in North Kansas Read more…

By Pete Dulin, ago