Kansas City Oasis

Join KC Oasis, in partnership with Kansas City Rationality and Effective Altruism, to celebrate the Winter Solstice. We'll start with a potluck at 5, followed by a celebration that includes sing-alongs, speeches and anecdotes. The evening is divided into six stages: Light, Twilight, Eve, Night, Dawn, Light. Children are welcome to participate as this is a formative event, but it might be a bit long, or not appropriate, for younger children. Childcare will be provided. 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: Jack Summers (https://jacksummersmusic.com/) Featured speaker: Nate Hofer "Sound & Vision: A Personal Journey Toward Peace" Nate Hofer (he/him) is an artist blending photography and music. Nate was born in Nigeria to Mennonite conscientious objectors during the Vietnam War, and his art reflects a deep commitment to peace. Inspired by his Cold War upbringing in the Midwest, Nate explores issues of arms control and disarmament through aerial photography of decommissioned missile silos and solo ambient performances on the pedal steel guitar. His work has been recognized with awards such as the 2021 Global Peace Photo Award and membership to...

We are sponsoring a blood drive with the Community Blood Center (https://www.savealifenow.org/) for our final Service Sunday in 2024. You can use the following link to reserve your time slot: https://donate.savealifenow.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/83469 We'll also have a separate service project and donation drive in the foyer to benefit KC Pet Project. There will be ten tiny foster puppies in need of socialization! Please bring donations from the KC Pet Project wish list: https://kcpetproject.org/donate/shelter-wish-list/. We'll also be working on repurposing dog food bags into grocery bags that can be used to send supplies home with KC Pet Project foster families. By participating in...

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 6pm. This month is "In The Heights". By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

Come ring in the New Year with KC Oasis! There will be a DJ, so wear your most festive attire with your dancing shoes. $5 cover will get you a party favor and a champagne 🍾 toast at midnight! This is a family friendly event. Feel free to bring the beverage of your choice. By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

Featured speaker: Carol Gonzales, Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) Musical guest: Buck Brandt (https://folkintheflow.com/about-us) Community moment: Kat Bridges Carol has been the director of Finance and Administration at the Mid-America Regional Council since 2017. From 1998 until 2017, Carol worked for the city of Shawnee, serving as the city manager from 2005 until 2017. Prior to Shawnee, Carol worked for several local governments including Lenexa, Emporia, Olathe and Seal Beach, California. Carol is a member of the International City Managers Association and currently serves as chair of the Johnson County Civil Service Board, on the Growing Futures Early Education Advisory Committee...

*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/).

Please join us as we raise money for the Oasis general fund! We are a fully volunteer run, donation funded 501(c)(3) and we need your support. There will be many unique art pieces, other cool You won't want to miss it! We will be holding raffle for the quilt pictured above. 1 ticket for $10, 3 tickets for $25 or 7 for $50. You can buy raffle tickets online by sending your chosen amount to Venmo @KansasCity-Oasis with a note designating your payment to 'quilt raffle. We will offer a few items for online bids as well. Small bites and...

Featured speaker: José Faus, “They Changed My Name” Musical guest: Tracey Myers (https://www.instagram.com/traceymyersmusic/) Community moment: Denise Johnson This presentation brings together the dynamics of immigration told through the lens of visual art and poetry. It showcases an interactive exploration of a personal journey from the heart of Colombia to the heart of the United States, exploring the conundrum of belonging in unfamiliar surroundings while straddling two different cultures and narratives. By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).