FARM TO TABLE:
We already kicked off our Farm to Table events with the Flower Frenzy on May 1st and then followed that up with the Saucy Salad Day on June 5th. The Farm to Table events are a great time to bring the whole family down for different activities and give aways. Jack FM and other media come down to help cover the event and jump in on the fun as well. The next one that is coming up is the Twisted Tomato Day on July 3rd.
Planned activities for Twisted Tomato Day include:
8:00 am - 2:00 pm - Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
8:00 am - 2:00 pm - University of Missouri Extension Sampling
9:00 am - 2:00 pm - Children's Activities, Storytelling and Games
10:00 am - 11:30 am - Twisted Tomato Recipe Contest
10:00 am - 12:00 pm 105.1 JACK FM Radio Remote
And of course the whole thing goes during the Farmers' Market normal hours of 6 am - 3pm. Farmers will be on hand with plenty of tomatoes to sell.
CONCERTS:
We also had our first Buzz Under the Stars concert on June 4th in part due to AEG Live and 96.5 the Buzz. This was also a great success. Lots of fans came out to support Weezer, Coheed & Cambria, Manchester Orchestra and American Bang on this hot day.
We have announced the next two Buzz Under the Stars shows:
Up first will be -
Sunday, July 11th with:
The Dirty Heads
Matisyahu
and headliner Sublime with Rome
Tickets may be purchased via Ticketmaster or by calling 800-745-3000. You may also purchase tickets at The Midland at their box office up until the day of the show without a convenience fee.
Tickets are $35 and the doors open at 6:30 for this all ages show.
The next show after that is:
Friday, July 23rd -
Again, thanks to AEG Live and 96.5 the Buzz we are proud to bring you:
Crash Kings
Against Me!
DEVO
Silversun Pickups
and headliner Ben Folds
Tickets may be purchased via Ticketmaster or by calling 800-745-3000. You may also purchase tickets at The Midland at their box office up until the day of the show without a convenience fee.
Tickets are $35 and the doors open at 6:00 for this all ages show. Thanks to AEG Live & 96.5 The Buzz for making this possible.
1st Fridays:
For the first time the stores on the south end of the Steamboat Arabia building are gathering together artists on Friday, July 2nd from 4pm to 8pm in the south glass walkway. They will be displaying oil paintings, pastels, stained glass and other items. For more information, please visit our The City Market - Kansas City Facebook page and click on the events tab. This event is being put on by Emblazon Cards & Gifts, The Eclectic Leopard, The Urban Trader, Dutch Flowers & The Portrait Studio. For more information about this particular event, please contact Allen Phillips from the Portrait Studio at 816-298-8355.
CITY MARKET CINEMAS:
We kicked off our City Market Cinemas series to an incredible success despite the heat and humidity that had started early in the season. We had an estimated 500-600 people show up to our first show Ferris Bueller's Day Off! This is great considering if history repeats itself, each show continues to build in numbers. Last year, our first show just had about 150 people in attendance so we can only imagine how many people will show up to our next show, Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds on Friday, July 30th. The last show (always the big finale) is of course The Rocky Horror Picture Show on Friday, August 27th.All shows are in The City Market Park at 3rd and Main (behind the west shops of the City Market Square) and all are open to the public & FREE! Come early for raffles and to either dine at your favorite City Market restaurants or to grill out. This (as compared to concerts) is a time when you can bring drinks (plastic please), food, blankets & chairs. We just request to pick up after yourself.
We would like to thank our raffle donors for our first show:
Antonio's Pizzeria
Baby Cakes
The Steamboat Arabia Museum
The Urban Trader - 816.471.2241
Thirsty's Cantina - 816.221.9500
Planter's Seed & Spice Company
This is a great way to get your name out to a large amount of people with a generous donation. Last year alone, Rocky Horror brought in 800 people! At this rate, with us starting off at 500 people - who knows how many will show up. If you would like to promote your business via donation, please let us know at least a week prior to the show by contacting Anthony Butler at the City Market at abutler@cwbkc.com or 816.842.1271
2010 KC RIVERFEST:
While this is not a City Market event, this does happen in the immediate area and therefore does definitely boost traffic! It is a great way to end a day at the City Market and River Market area. Spend the 4th of July down at Richard Berkley Park by watching a great 4th of July show at KC Riverfest Go to their website for more information. This takes place July 3rd and 4th.
TOYOTA FARM TO TABLE SERIES:
On Saturday, July 10th from 10 am to 3 pm, free to the public & during the Farmers' Market we will be proud to kick-off the Toyota Prius Farm to Table Tour for 2010.
This event showcases some of the most recognizable names in the local restaurant scene. The City Market is proud to be the starting location for the 2010 Toyota Farm to Table Tour. This tour travels to farmers' markets across the country to showcase the connection between farmers, chefs, farmers' markets and communities they serve.
Shoppers will be able to:
- Experience Toyota’s hybrid vehicles
- Sample bite-sized tastings from chefs
- Learn more about the market
- Learn more about the farmers
- Learn more about the chefs
- Learn more about ways to shop & eat locally
Chefs involved:
Alex Pope, R Bar
Charles d’Ablaing, Webster House KC
Cody Hogan, Lidia’s Kansas City
Janet O’Toole, Bloom Baking Co.
Jennifer Maloney, Café Sebastienne
Michael Foust, The Farmhouse
Michael Smith, Extra Virgin
Richard Ng, Bo Lings Chinese Restaurant
Robbie Padilla, Trezo Mare
Renée Kelly, Renée Kelly (self-named)
Todd Schulte, Happy Gillis
Ted Habiger, Room 39
More information on the Toyota Farm to Table Tour
DOG POLICY AT THE CITY MARKET PARK & CITY MARKET:
Please note that due to a city ordinance the City Market rules concerning dogs are as follows:
Within the City Market Square, pavilions, tenant walkways, stores & offices dogs are not allowed at all times. This is to maintain the health & safety of food products and for Market patrons. This includes dogs being held by hand as well. Dogs serving in official ADA capacity are exempt from this policy.
In the City Market Park please remember that dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Also, please remember that it is the owners' responsibility to clean up after their dog as well. For your convenience, waste stations are provided in the park. If bags are unavailable, please provide your own. While we strive to provide the convenient service of keeping bags stocked at all times, it is a good idea to bring some with you just in case. This is so the entire public may enjoy the City Market Park.
Thank You!
STAY INFORMED AT ALL TIMES!
The City Market strives to keep up to date with current trends in getting messages and information out as to what is going on in the City Market and surrounding areas. Here are the different ways you can keep up to date now:
City Market Twitter
The City Market - Kansas City Facebook
The City Market Blog - (this blog)
City Market - Farmers' Market blog
The City Market Website
some new additions include a Twitter feed at the bottom of each page, hand book links on the left side of each page, scrolling pictures on the right side of each page, easy directions on the bottom of each page, a translator at the bottom of each page & more! Check back regularly to see what else is new.
The River Market Community Association Website
(for all of the River Market - newly updated)
River Market Community Association Twitter (RMCA is for other areas of the River Market as well)
River Market Community Association Facebook Page (RMCA is for other areas of the River Market as well)
Everyone at the City Market would like to wish you a safe and happy summer and 4th of July! Until next time, we will see you at the City Market!
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