House of Menuha Open Houses

Submitted by Ravin on Fri, 09/10/2010 - 9:17am

The House of Menuha, located at 807 E 77th St, is hosting two open houses this month. The first Open House was September 11 and featured a "wine and cheese" affair where attendees saw the newly remodeled house and gathering space, heard about upcoming programs and activities, and learned about the future of the organization.

Congratulations/Recognitions

Submitted by Ravin on Fri, 09/10/2010 - 9:10am

Each year, the UMKC Alumni Association and the campus honor alumni from each school, along with five overall campus award winners, for their accomplishments. For a complete listing of recipients, visit www.umkcalumni.com and mark your calendars for the Awards luncheon on April 27, 2011.

From the College of Arts & Sciences, Durwin Rice was selected! Rice is a nationally known decoupage artist whose works have included special commissions from the New York Public Library, Pierpont Morgan Library and Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum.

Strutt with your Mutt

Submitted by Ravin on Fri, 09/10/2010 - 9:08am

Another community event this month is the 20th Annual "Strutt with your Mutt" event sponsored by Wayside Waifs to raise money for homeless pets. On Saturday, September 25, in the north parking lot of 63rd and Brookside Plaza, participants can sign up as an individual or a team, and walk or run with their dog.

Did You Know?

Submitted by Ravin on Fri, 09/10/2010 - 9:05am

Waldo Imports, 7222 Wornall Rd., a family owned and operated business, has been at this location for at least 30 years. Before Waldo Imports, Peg's Pantry, a drive-thru grocery, was there. Owner Pete Gore arrived in 1978 with his auto repair shop for imports. Word has it that Mr. Gore is ready to retire and the property may be for sale.

Southwest Expands Enrollment

Submitted by marti on Wed, 08/11/2010 - 12:21pm

[img_assist|nid=513|title=|desc=|link=node|align=left|width=150|height=72]Launched in 2008, Southwest Early College Campus (SWECC) is a 7th-12th grade early college school with a current population of 500 students. The school was established through a special relationship between the KCMO School District (KCMSD) and a circle of partners organized and supported by PREP KC. The student body closely matches the general demographics of the school district, and a majority of the students are first-generation college-goers.