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Roast Hot Dogs and Marshmallows with Us!
 Downtown Shareholders is hosting our 4th Quarterly Meeting around the campfire out at Kaw Point Park this fall. Catch up on the latest happenings in Downtown, enjoy the gorgeous views of the city skyline, learn about the rich history of Lewis & Clarks visit to Kansas City, KS, and see the latest updates made to the Park.Top off your night with a few ghost stories about the area while you chow down on Hot Dogs and Smores!! (Hot spiced cider too!) Bring your family and friends. Please RSVP to Beth Holtwick so we know how many hotdogs to bring.Thursday, October 214 - 7pmKaw Point Park(click here for directions!!)Note: DTS is not responsible for burnt weiners or marshmallows!!
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Have you ventured out on a Downtown Lunch Hop yet?? Don't miss it...Get your weekend off to a great start by joining us as we discover delicious delicacies in Downtown KCK. As a group, we're visiting over 20 restaurants in the area during the next year. Held on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month, this is a great way to spend your lunch hour with friends!
Coming up...
 Friday, Oct. 22ndLa Chichita Mexican Restaurant14th & Minnesota (North side)If you like authentic mexican burritos, this is the place! Home made tortillas and delicious fillings - Yum! Plus they have a deck! So if the weather is nice, come enjoy some sun and fun! Friday, Nov. 12thBreit's Stein & Deli412 N. 5th StreetJoin us on Bobby's deck for a cool refreshing drink, a big delicious sandwich and the bit of warm weather before it gets too cold!
Lunch is at 11:30am. If you would like to carpool, just contact Beth Holtwick at 913-371-0705 a few days in advance to reserve your seat!
yum...yum...yum...yum...yum...yum...yum...yum...yum...
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 Alcott October Festivities!
Join Alcott Center for festive fun this Fall!
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October 16th
Zombie Prom 2 "Under the Sea"
7 pm
Curated by Betsy Barratt.
Last years Zombie Prom was a blast and this years prom will be as good if not better. Everyone has been waiting for this event! Live band. 18 and over event. Costumes are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
October 23
Alcott's annual Pumpkin Carving
10:30am to 12 noon
Bring your pre-gutted pumpkins, (patterns and tools provided). Semi Sharp tools used under adult supervision. $5 No one under 4 years of age.
October 30
"Ante Up for the Arts" Texas Hold'em Tournament
6pm Registration, 7pm Tournament Starts
Includes a raffle, silent auction, food and beverages! Pay out is 50% of all proceeds from the poker tourney. Anyone wanting to participate as a Sponsor can contact us for information. The games will take place in the Alcott Art Galleries with multi-media art from area artists. There will be a snack bar and beverages available for purchase. Tax deductible donation for the arts - buy-in $40. Re-buys $20. Add-ons $10. Pre-paid tournament registration $35 (online or in person) by Oct. 28 includes free raffle ticket, bowl of chili and soft drink at the tournament.
October 31 - Halloween
7th Annual Trunk or Treat
5:30 to 8pm
This is a great family friendly event where we dress up the north area of the Alcott Campus with all kinds of props to set the perfect mood. Last year we had over six hundred children and close to one thousand people when you include the adults that bring their children year after year.
The Alcott Arts Center is located one block north of I-70 on 18th street in KCK.
180 S. 18th St. Kansas City, Kansas 66102 913.233.2787 www.alcottartscenter.org.
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Most plans for a safe Halloween should start well before Halloween and include getting a safe costume that is:
- Flame Resistant. Since candlelit pumpkins are popular on Halloween, a flame resistant Halloween costume is very important. Although it is easy to buy a Halloween costume that is flame resistant by simply checking the label, if you are making a homemade costume, be sure to use flame resistant materials.
- Easily Visible at night, which might include some kind of reflective tape or other bright and reflective materials incorporated into the costume.
- Well Fitted to your child and not too long so that it can make your child trip and fall, a leading cause of injuries on Halloween. Masks, hats, and other accessories, such as a sword, should also be appropriate to your child's size.
In addition, to help make sure your child can see and can be seen, you might incorporate a flashlight into your child's costume.
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Nonprofit Law Seminar
Employment Law Every Manager Should Know
Truth be told, there are challenging employees in every segment of the workforce. Nonprofit agencies are no exception. In fact, nonprofits offer a very unique set of circumstances beginning with a tendency to "social work employees as opposed to simply managing them." This session will explore "best practices" for properly handling supervisory issues faced by management including documentation of misconduct, work place bullying, duty to supervise and the handling of confidential information.Thursday, Nov. 4
8am - 4pm
YWCA
1017 N. 6th Street
Register at info@mvplaw.com or 913-371-3838
Cost to Attend?
It's FREE!!
McAnany, Van Cleave & Phillips are not charging to attend this Nonprofit Law Seminar.
Tax Law
Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying, "There are two things certain in life: death and taxes." It is true then and it is true now. This session offers nonprofit entities a discussion of proven strategies for navigating the taxation ins-and-outs of a 501(c)(3) organization. Attendees will also be given a general overview of the recently published Internal Revenue Service Compliance Guide for 501(c)(3) Public Charities.
Job Searches and Interviews
Most successful job interviews begin with preparation on the part of both the interviewee and the interviewer. Attendees will be given an update on the potential pitfalls and common mistakes which occur during the hiring process.
Premises Liability
"Shovel your walk, it's cheaper." This session will provide a comprehensive look at the general principles of premises liability combined with state-specific liability issues for the owners and occupiers of property.
Workers' Compensation Law
The safety and security of workers is paramount in any industry. Nevertheless, work place injuries do occur. This session will provide an in-depth discussion of significant developments in workers' compensation law including major appellate decisions and legislative changes affecting the landscape of work place injuries.
Director & Officer Liability
"Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown." King Henry IV, Part II, Act 3. - William Shakespeare. A discussion of issues pertinent to top managers including scope of authority, corporate duties, personal liability, and the potential implications of Sarbanes-Oxley.
Healthcare Reform
The Patient Retention and Affordable Care Act and the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 are loosely referred to as "the Healthcare Reform Law." These laws have dramatically changed the landscape for both employers and healthcare providers. Robert E. Miller Group and an MVP attorney will provide a general overview of the new laws and will provide attendees with an opportunity to direct their questions to experts in the field.
Technological Challenges and Other Frontiers
The internet, text messaging, voicemail, and email - the challenge lying in wait and what your future holds. This session will provide an updated list of the "Do's and Don'ts" and will identify trends for the 21st Century work place.
Who Should Attend?
Managers
Supervisors
Directors and Officers
Board Members
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 Donnelly College Receives Funds for Service Learning Program
State Farm awarded $10,000 to Donnelly College to help advance the College's service learning program that was launched in Fall 2009 and is currently in the pilot phase. The purpose of the program is to provide students with an opportunity to apply and reflect on course content and personal growth while simultaneously meeting a real community need to combat high school drop-out rates.
Throughout its pilot year, 30 Donnelly students were given the option of mentoring students at two local urban high schools through the Wednesday afternoon Adopt-a-School program, or serving as electronic mentors through the MentorMail program at a third local urban high school.
Through these outlets, Donnelly students served as positive role models by encouraging the high school students to consider college. These experiences are then tied back to students' courses at Donnelly in areas such as leadership and writing.
"By tying these service experiences into the curriculum, we build stronger connections between classroom learning and real-world issues," said Donnelly President Dr. Steve LaNasa. "As a Catholic, liberal arts college, Donnelly is always looking for new ways to incorporate Catholic values into the student experience. Service learning is just another way Donnelly provides students with an opportunity to live these values, transform themselves into service-minded individuals and contribute to the ultimate sustainability of the community. This program, specifically, strengthens community sustainability by focusing on educational achievement of high school youth."
The State Farm funds will be used to support curriculum development and campus-wide service events, as well as provide salary support for a Service-Learning Coordinator position and finance equipment needed for the program. "State Farm believes strong communities are built from our youth up. We actively support programs that are committed to improving education and the future of our youth," said Tamara O'Connor, State Farm Director of Public Affairs. "The experiences students gain from Donnelly's service-learning program will help prepare them to be active and contributing participants in their communities."
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Only 3 Chances Left!!
Don't miss your FREE CPR and Disaster Training class this year!!
NEXT CLASS - October 26!
As a benefit of working (or living) Downtown, employees (including your families) and residents are encouraged to take these classes. Training sessions will be held once a month at the YWCA, 1017 N. 6th Street, KCK. Lunch is provided for all classes. Please register by the Thursday before each class by contacting the American Red Cross at 913-321-6314. Certification provided upon completion of the CPR training and is valid for one year.
   
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Make a difference in your community.
Be a part of Revitalizing Downtown.
Join Now!
Membership benefits and information available online at
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Wednesday, Oct. 20
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Business to Business Expo at Reardon Center
1 - 5pm
Thursday, Oct. 21
DTS Quarterly Meeting
Kaw Point Park
4 - 7pm
Friday, Oct. 22
Downtown KCK Lunch Hop
La Chichita Mexican Restaurant
14th & Minnesota
11:30 am
Saturday, Oct. 23
Annual Pumpkin Carvings
Alcott Center
180 S. 18th Street
10:30am - 12pm
Friday, Oct. 25
Imago Dei Arts Auction
Granada Theatre
1015 Minnesota
5pm
Tuesday, Oct. 26
FREE CPR & Disaster Preparedness Class
YWCA
1017 N. 6th Street
8:30am - Noon / 1:30 - 4 pm
Friday, Oct. 29
Halloween Cookout
KCK Public Library
625 Minnesota Ave
11:30am - 1:30pm
Saturday, Oct. 30
Texas Hold'em Tournament
Alcott Center
180 S. 18th Street
6pm
Sunday, Oct. 31
7th Annual Trunk & Treat
Alcott Center
180 S. 18th Street
5:30 - 8pm
Thursday, Nov. 4
Nonprofit Law Seminar
YWCA
1017 N. 6th Street
8am - 4pm
Thursday, Nov. 4
CPTED Training
Donnelly College
608 N. 18th Street
6pm
Wednesday, Nov. 10
Veterans Day Commemoration
Nat'l Guard Armory
19th & Ridge
11:30am - 1pm
Friday, Nov. 12
Downtown KCK Lunch Hop
Breit's Stein & Deli
412 N. 5th Street
11:30am
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Food Critique's Corner!
Our 5th KCK Lunch Hop was this last Friday at
Wheat State Pizza
New Location!
2820 W. 47th Avenue
Based on the Lunch Bunch's professional opinions, our top picks for the day were:
Chicken Alfredo Pizza
Dessert Pizza
Veggie Pizza
Stop by and see their new location! Not necessarily in Downtown anymore, but just a 10 minute drive and your there! Tell Paul that the we sent you!
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Reardon Parking Lot Changes
The parking lot south of Reardon and the Hilton Garden Inn is tentatively scheduled to be converted to paid parking on December 1st, 2010.
Paid Parking from
8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday.
Free parking in the evenings, weekends and holidays.
Pricing
0-1 hr. = $1
1-2 hr. = $2
2-4 hr. = $4
4-6 hr. = $6
6-8 hr. = $8
If doing business at BPU or the Hotel, FREE parking is available in the garage behind these facilities (drive way access located between these buildings off Minnesota.)
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Security Tips
for Retail Shops
Simple design features of your Retail Shop can accomplish much in the way of making your customers and business safe and secure.
- Cash registers should be located in front of your store near the main entrance
- Public paths should be clearly marked
- Signs should direct patrons to parking and entrances
- There should be no easy access to the roof
- Rear access to shops should be provided from rear parking lots
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Imago Dei
Art Auction!
Friday, October 29
Historic Granada Theatre
1015 Minnesota Ave
Doors open and Silent Auction begins at 5:00pm. Live Auction will begin at 6:30pm.
Live Music
Food
Silent & Live Auction
Bid on art from across the nation and a week in Myrtle Beach, NC!
All proceeds go to support Imago Dei Arts!
$25 Individual
$40 Couple
RSVP by October 23rd!
For additional Information call Jenel at 913-233-0266 or visit www.imagodeiarts.org
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Join Us On
FACEBOOK,
LINKED-IN & TWITTER!
Now you can follow us where ever we go by joining us online on Facebook, Linked-In and Twitter. Just click on the links below to sign up:
FACEBOOK
Linked-In
Twitter Address is DTSKCK
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DOTTE DAY
at the Wizards
Enjoy and evening of fun and family with the Kansas City Wizards!
Saturday, October 23
7:30 pm
Kansas City Wizards vs.
San Jose Earthquakes
$20 ticket includes:
- Grass Berm / GA Ticket
- Pregame all you can eat tailgate party
For tickets, click here. Use promo code: KCW2010
Or email dmurphy@kcwizards.com.
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Jack In The Box
Opening in Prescott Plaza
Stop by the new Jack In The Box restaurant in the vibrant Prescott Plaza at 18th Street Expressway and I-70.
November 1st
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Upcoming Events at Memorial Hall
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October 16, 6pm
Switchfoot w/ The Almost In The ((Sound)) Movement
November 20, 8pm
Cage Fight for a Cause
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A Christmas Carol: An Urban Cautionary Tale
A stage play sent in present day inner city America based on the novel, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.
November 11-13
IMAGO DEI
Granada Theatre
1015 Minnesota Avenue
913-233-0266
www.imagodeiarts.org
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Clean & Safe
Program
Notice an area that needs cleaning, a person acting suspiciously, or just need an escort to your vehicle? Call an DID Ambassador. We're here to help you!
Cleaning: Call Ed at 913-371-0705 Security: Call James at 913-387-6331
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 Get Your Very Own KCK Banner Tote!
Now's your chance to own your very own collectable KCK Banner tote. Made from the actual banners hanging in Downtown, these totes are great to carry notebooks, laptops, and a variety of other items around town. They make a fun and unique gift too!
$25.00 per Tote
Limited Quantities Available!
Call Beth at 913/371-0705 Today!
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2010
Downtown
Shareholders
Gold Sponsors
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2010
Downtown
Shareholders
Silver Sponsors
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2010
Downtown
Shareholders
Bronze Sponsors
BHC Rhodes
Bonito
Michoacan #3
KCK / Wyandotte
County Convention
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