THE ORDINANCE PROJECT-DOCUMENTARY & DISCUSSION/PRIDE June 29 4-7PM

Since 1993, it has been illegal to discriminate against LGBTQ and HIV-positive Kansas Citians when it comes to housing, employment, or public accommodations.

It’s a simple idea, but making that ordinance a reality was another matter. 

“We shook our hands and said, ‘We’ll get this done in six months,’” recalls David A. Weeda, the cofounder and former executive of KC’s Human Rights Project. “Of course, that was not the case. At the time, I didn’t think that it would take three and a half years.”

Over a quarter century later, it’s easy to forget how contentious the fight for the ordinance was. Austin Williams, who originally hails from Raytown, completed the documentary in 2018, The Ordinance Project, that captures both the struggle and the ultimate success of the movement.

Strawberries, shortcakes from our local baker, and all the whip cream we can manage. What are you waiting for? Your Fourth of July strawberry shortcake awaits you in Bicentennial Park for the town event with live music and fireworks!

Fun for everyone at Bicentennial Park!

DAM JAM REVIVAL SUNDAY, AUGUST 17, 2025 3-8:30 More family fun than ever! Our outdoor festival focuses on family with kid’s art, stilt-walkers, traditional craft artisans, good music-as always, and fun selection of food trucks! 3-8:30pm. 12 and under Free-accompanied by an adult

PIHCINTU MULTINATIONAL CHORUS will open our outdoor family art & music festival followed by RACHEL SUMNER & TRAVELING LIGHT and our 2025 headliner THE WOLFF SISTERS!

FALLFEST AUCTION & DINNER SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 4-7PM

AN HOUR EARLY SO WE DON’T RUN OUTTA LIGHT—Please join us for an early fall evening of fun, food, friends, music, and bidding at FallFest, our annual silent auction and fundraiser for the Denmark Arts Center featuring the Janet Gill & High Street Jazz band!

Your local artisans have been creating the perfect gifts. Come on out and shop local and enjoy the warmth of creativity and community at our annual holiday bazaar.

Celebrating the end of our season with a community open house. Lets ring in the holidays together nourished by a full season of art and creativity! Nosh on the potluck our board members provide and raise a glass to toast a full season ~beverages provided by National Distributors