Thursday Greetings,
- City offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, in celebration of Independence Day.
- A special reminder as we celebrate Independence Day – it is unlawful for any person to keep, sell, or use fireworks in North Kansas City. To report illegal fireworks, please call the police non-emergency line at 816-274-6013.
- The 2025 Summer edition of the North Kansas City Connection has been loaded to the City’s website: www.nkc.org/NKCConnection.
- It’s block party season! A block party is a great way to celebrate and encourage stronger communities. North Kansas City residents may apply for a grant to host a neighborhood block party. Each grant will reimburse eligible expenses up to $400 per event. For more information on how to apply for a permit for a block party, please visit https://www.nkc.org/our-city/register-to-for/neighborhood-block-party-grants.
- Friday Night Concert: Dog Days of Summer featuring Dog Lava will be Friday, July 11, from 6-9 p.m. at the Festival Shelter in Macken Park! This dog-friendly evening features local pet vendors, adorable photo ops, and tasty pup cups your furry friend will love. After the fun, stick around as Dog Lava takes the stage and rocks the night away! (All dogs must remain on a leash.)
- July’s Movies in the Park at Macken is Friday, July 18! A fun and free event with a movie under the stars. Bring your friends, family, blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks! The featured movie, Wicked (Rated PG), will begin at dusk. Little Caesars will be providing free slices of pizza while supplies last—first come, first served! Snow & Roast will be on-site serving delicious treats and drinks throughout the evening. Open to the public & all ages.
- Join us for Bounce & Balance, featuring a bounce house, sno-cones, and the opportunity to learn about the 2025-2026 proposed budget. This event is on Saturday, August 2, from 9-11 a.m. at North Kansas City Parks & Recreation, 1201 Clark Ferguson.
- The North Kansas City Police Department, in collaboration with surrounding agencies and local businesses, is excited to invite you to our second National Night Out event on Friday, August 8, from 4:30-7 p.m. at Macken Park! Stop by and get to know the men and women who serve and protect our community. Learn some safety tips, watch live demonstrations by the K9 Unit, participate in raffles, and win fantastic prizes donated by our generous local businesses.
- Current City job openings are listed below. To apply, please visit www.nkc.org/jobs.
Upcoming Meetings and Events:
- 4th of July – City Offices Closed – Friday, July 4
- Friday in the Park – Friday, July 4, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Macken Park
- Friday in the Park – Friday, July 11, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Macken Park
- Friday Night Concert – Friday, July 11, 7-9 p.m., Macken Park
- Regular City Council Meeting – Tuesday, July 15, 6 p.m.
- Friday in the Park – Friday, July 18, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Macken Park
- Movies in the Park – Friday, July 18, dusk, Macken Park
- Friday in the Park – Friday, July 25, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Macken Park
- Friday in the Park – Friday, August 1, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Macken Park
- Bounce & Balance – Saturday, August 2, 9-11 a.m., Parks & Recreation Center
- City Council Meeting – Tuesday, August 5, 6 p.m.
- Friday in the Park – Friday, August 8, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Macken Park
- National Night Out – Friday, August 8, 4:30-7 p.m., Macken Park
- Friday Night Concert – Friday, August 8, 7-9 p.m., Macken Park
- City Hall Selfie Day – Tuesday, August 12, City Hall
- Friday in the Park – Friday, August 15, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Macken Park
- Movies in the Park – Friday, August 15, dusk, Macken Park
- City Council Meeting – Tuesday, August 19, 6 p.m.
- Friday in the Park – Friday, August 22, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Macken Park
- Friday in the Park – Friday, August 29, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Macken Park
