Libby Hanssen
CONTRIBUTOROriginally from Indiana, Libby Hanssen covers the performing arts in Kansas City. She's written for KCUR, KC Studio, The Kansas City Star, The Pitch, and KCMetropolis. Libby maintains the culture blog Proust Eats A Sandwich and writes poetry and children's books. Along with degrees in trombone performance, she was a Fellow for the NEA Arts Journalism Institute at Columbia University.
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Whether you are shopping for that next birthday party, adding to your personal collection, or curious about toy history, the Kansas City area is filled with unique, locally-owned businesses — including a marble maker, a doll hospital, and a Japanese blind box store. -
Whether you're a student, parent, or a lifelong learner, Kansas City-area libraries have a wide range of resources to check out for back to school season and beyond.
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816 Day — held on August 16 — is an annual city-wide celebration of all things Kansas City, Missouri, inspired by the local area code. There are events on multiple days, including concerts, work out sessions, block parties and $8.16 deals at local businesses.
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During the late 20th century, a new genre of music appeared: video game music. As the style gained sophistication and garnered millions of fans, live performances emerged, bringing together multi-generational audiences. Here's your guide to upcoming events in Kansas City where you can hear video game and anime music live.
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The southeast corner of Kansas has a lot to offer the curious adventurer. Centered at Pittsburg, Kansas, explore the area's mining history, academic prowess and culinary culture.
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Prairies used to stretch across all of the central United States. Only a portion of that ecosystem still exists, but there are still some impressive sites in Kansas and Missouri as well as ongoing efforts to restore the native landscape.
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Tucked into the hills above the Missouri River, this picturesque Missouri town carries a complex history. It's one of the fastest growing communities in the region, yet honors its 19th century roots.
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The cultural phenomenon of Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop role-playing games has a strong following in the Kansas City community. Whether you're looking to roll your first d20 or just searching for a new campaign to join, here's how you can get started.
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Kansas City used to be a hub for garment-making, and whether you're a knitting novice or crochet curious, there's no better time to make, mend and get into the textile arts. Check out this guide to fabric stores, craft recycling resources, classes and clubs in the area.
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Once a lacking part of Kansas City's classical music community, string quartets are filling up venues around the metro. From candlelight concerts to Carnegie Hall, learn about some of the groups that have been a part of the growing scene.
