5 events worth checking out in Kansas City this week
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Looking for something to do this week? From a Royals game to a funk and soul concert, here are some solid options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.
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Out With the Royals Tailgate
From the event description:
The Out with the Royals event is Wednesday, including a tailgate party add-on. In addition to your Royals game ticket, you can also purchase a ticket to our tailgate party. This year we only have one option. For those 21 and over there will be a beer tent that is included in the tailgate price.
When: Wednesday, Sept. 4, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Kauffman Stadium, 1 Royal Way
Admission: $13-$20. More ticket options available.
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SEPT ArtsKC Arts Leadership Network - Marketing
From the event description:
Meet for happy hour and share knowledge with fellow arts marketers at the ArtsKC Arts Leadership Network - Marketing on Wednesday at the ArtsKC Regional Arts Council. ArtsKC hosts The Arts Leadership Network (ALN) for arts leaders throughout our region to connect, discuss industry trends and collaborate on initiatives like audience development, diversity and funding.
When: Wednesday, Sept. 4, 4:30-6 p.m.
Where: ArtsKC - Regional Arts Council, 106 Southwest Blvd.
Admission: Free
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Shinyribs at Knuckleheads
From the event description:
Russell has been riding high on the Shinyribs river of country-soul, swamp-funk and tickle. A Shinyribs show is an exaltation of spirit. It’s a hip shaking, belly laughing, soul-singing, song-slinging, down-home house party. All styles of American music are likely to be touched on by this world-class band featuring Winfield Cheek on Keyboards, Keith Langford on Drums, Jeff Brown on Bass, the Tijuana Trainwreck Horns, and The Shiny Soul Sisters - Kelley Mickwee & Alice Spencer.
When: Wednesday, Sept. 4, 8-11 p.m.
Where: Knuckleheads, 2715 Rochester Ave.
Admission: $17.50-$27.50
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Blue October's Justin Furstenfeld
From the event description:
Come see Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October perform at Knuckleheads on Wednesday. His one-man show "An Open Book" is a transparent look at his life, his mistakes and his victories.
When: Wednesday, Sept. 4, 8-11 p.m.
Where: Knuckleheads, 2715 Rochester Ave.
Admission: $29.50
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Jazz, Blues and Country | Ken Burns' Country Music Sneak Peek and Discussion
From the event description:
Join KCPT, the American Jazz Museum and the Mutual Musicians Foundation for a preview of Ken Burns’ Country Music and a demonstration of country music’s shared roots with blues and jazz by D Black (drums) and Sean Ewbank (banjo). After the program, cross the street to the Mutual Musicians Foundation for a performance by the Mutual Musicians Foundation Quartet led by James Hathaway.
When: Thursday, Sept. 5, 6-10 p.m.
Where: Gem Theater, 1615 E. 18th St.
Admission: Free
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