Kansas City Oasis

Join us in volunteering at the Special Olympics KC Metro Area Spring Games, their biggest track meet of the year! Volunteers will be assigned to various events, such as running, jumping, and throwing events, and may also be asked to help with check-in, opening ceremonies, awards, or water crew. Training and a T-shirt will be provided by Special Olympics of Missouri. Location: Lee's Summit North High School, 901 NE Douglas Street, Lee's Summit, MO 64086 Please RSVP here on our Facebook event AND sign up directly on the Special Olympics Missouri website (link below). You will need to create an...

Musical guest: Steve Morton Featured speaker: Matt Beat, "The Power of Our Supreme Court: How Supreme Court Cases Shape Democracy" Matt Beat is a YouTuber, video producer, podcast host, and musician. He has taught various subjects in the classroom from grades 7-12. His YouTube channels, Mr. Beat and The Beat Goes On, have accumulated over 1 million subscribers and 300 million views, helping expand his "classroom" to around the world. Beat's specialty is American history, but he also has a big passion for geography, economics and politics. His band Electric Needle Room is most known for original indie-pop songs about...

Join us to watch and sing along to our favorite musicals! Bring your own food and drink and comfy seating. We will start the movie at 6 p.m. This month is "Hello, Dolly!" *By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

Join fellow Oasians and Clever Little Sports, Inc. to raise funds to support HASL Softball teams this season! They’re fielding two teams to continue creating inclusive and competitive spaces for LGBTQ+ athletes and allies. Rockstar Bingo is played straight from your phone — just scan a QR code, listen to song clips, and mark them on your card! Plus, Gael’s will donate $1 per player per round to Clever Little Sports! BONUS: Enjoy Gael’s $5 Happy Hour food & drinks while you play! By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

Musical guest: Caitlyn Grace (https://caitlyngracemusic.com/) Community moment: Will Manning Featured speaker: Fred Whitehead, "The Underground Railroad in Quindaro, Kansas" Fred Whitehead is an independent scholar and publisher who has focused on grassroots radical and progressive movements in the Midwest. *By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

Join us as we prepare a dinner at Children's Mercy Hospital for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Kansas City. Meal prep starts at 3:30 pm, we'll serve dinner at 5:30 pm, and we'll start packaging leftovers at 6:00 pm. We need 6-10 volunteers which can include children! We'll be serving a delicious chicken curry meal to the families. A list of necessary ingredients will be posted closer to the event and we'll be accepting monetary donations for ingredients as well. By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

Musical guest: Colton Cox (https://www.facebook.com/coltoncoxmusic) Community moment: Roger Pick Featured speaker, Paul Benson, "Science in Support of Art History" Paul joined the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in 1992 and has recently retired. During his 25+ years there, he served as a Conservator of Objects, where he was involved in examining, advising on, and treating three-dimensional art objects made from all types of materials. He also has a private conservation business where he treats art objects for museums and private owners, and outdoor sculptures and fountains for municipalities and homeowners associations in the greater Kansas City area. Paul received a BS...

*Note: It's okay if you can't get there until 5:15-5:30. At Kansas City Oasis our values are "People are more important than beliefs," "human hands solve human problems," and "meaning comes from making a difference." In that spirit, we partner with Micah Ministry the SECOND MONDAY of each month in helping our less fortunate neighbors. Some Oasians choose to go every Monday. Volunteers will greet the guests, serve food and offer beverages. By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

Join fellow Oasians for fun and frivolity! Bring lawn chairs and a dish to pass. Westwood Park is 6 blocks south of Oasis. Space is first-come, first-served, so look for the Oasis sign when you arrive. Hope to see you there! By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

They're back! Come learn some Bachata dance moves with Will Manning. No partner needed! By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).