Spring has sprung! We want our patients to feel their very best physically so they can fully participate in all the fun events that come with sunshine. As the sun comes out, Lee’s Summit is bustling with fun activities for all ages. Here is a glimpse of what you can enjoy as we say goodbye to winter and hello to spring!
April Events
Missouri Arbor Day & Tree Give Away
EVENT DATE: Friday, April 5 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Stop by Powell Gardens to tour through the flowers and celebrate native Missouri trees! Walk through the gardens to find all 10 of the Chinkapin Oaks featured on the property and take home a free seedling after your walk.
Opening Day at the Downtown Lee’s Summit Farmer’s Market
EVENT DATE: Saturday, April 6 from 7:00 am – 1:00 pm
Downtown Lee’s Summit
It’s finally Farmer’s Market season! You know spring has arrived when the stalls come out.
SAGES: Frida Kahlo’s Garden
EVENT DATE: Thursday, April 11 from 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Powell Gardens
Explore nature’s influence on Frida Kahlo’s artwork and daily life with an illustrated talk by Stephanie Fox Knappe. Ms. Knappe is a curator at the Nelson-Atkins for a biographical overview of Kahlo’s career with an emphasis on her relationship with plants. Tickets are $35 with a 10% discount for members and there will be a box lunch to follow. Get your ticket before they’re all gone!
Social Media and Photographing Your Artwork Workshop
EVENT DATE: Saturday, April 13 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Lee’s Summit City Hall
Artists should take advantage of this professional development workshop presented by Marcia Menendez and Sandy Brooks. Learn how you can use social media as an essential tool for marketing and showcasing your artwork. Register for the workshop online so that you are sure to have a seat!
Flights of Fancy Mega Kite Festival
EVENT DATE: Saturday, April 20 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
MCC-Longview Campus
As Mary Poppins taught us, kite flying can help you get rid of your woes! This 13th annual Kite Fest is free and family-friendly. Enjoy mega kites, power kites, and stunt kites, as well as the world’s largest windsock! There will games and activities for everyone so you’ll have the whole day to enjoy the fun.
Goat Yoga 2019 Kickoff
EVENT DATE: Sunday, April 28 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Core Balance Yoga and Sunset Stables present goat yoga! This playful form of yoga is perfect for beginners who also love the rambunctiousness of baby goats. Children as young as 8 can participate with a participating adult and tickets are $25 plus tax.