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2013 Home Show and Flower, Lawn & Garden Show

Thursday February 28, 2013

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Yes--it's more than a mouthful, but once again the KC Home Show and the KC Flower, Lawn and Garden Show have combined their efforts to produce one of the biggest Spring Outdoor Shows in the Midwest. Dubbed "The Big Show", hundreds of vendors from all around showcase home and garden products and services to fit your every need.

The show is held March 22nd-24th at the Convention Center/Bartle Hall. General admission starts at $10, and discount tickets are available. For further info go to the Home Show and Flower, Lawn and Garden guide.

Suicide Hill Kansas City

Wednesday February 27, 2013

With all of this snow, most children have only one thing in mind...sledding!

Suicide Hill just happens to be the most searched term as Snomageddon 2013 has hit, one thing is for sure--you are bound to find old and young alike sledding down Brookside's famous Suicide Hill. As the name implies, Suicide Hill isn't for the faint at heart and has been wowing those who dare to sled and slide down it's slippery slope for decades.

Where is your favorite sledding spot?

Ski Snow Creek in Weston, Missouri

Wednesday February 27, 2013

All this beautiful snow makes an amazing base for skiing! Whether you are an experienced skier, giving it a try for the first time, or just have the urge to play around in the white stuff-- Snow Creek in Weston, Missouri has something for everyone.

If you love to ski, want to shred on your snowboard, or dare to fly down a ski slope in a huge rubber tube--you can do it all at Snow Creek (and it's a great little day trip out of the city!).

 

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Kansas City Metro School Closings

Tuesday February 26, 2013
Snowmygoodness. Haven't seen this much.. ever? Will we have school tomorrow, can I get to work and do I have enough carbs and margaritas to make it through (?) are my burning questions of today.

In case of inclement weather or emergencies, here's where to find up-to-date information about Kansas City school closings and delays. You will find the latest school closings, cancellations, late-starts and delays at one of these Kansas City school closings resources.

We answer the question, 'Are we going to have a snow day?' in just one click with one of these up-to-date resources.

Kansas City Metro School Closings

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