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Murphy’s Pub & Grill

jodmendez — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:01:16 +0000

Sunday afternoon I stopped in to try out an Irish pub & grill. Not expecting much as it is a standard bar I was surprised by the BBQ food they offered. On Sundays they have specials featuring 16 oz beers for only $1.25 and 1/2 price appetizers. We selected a few appetizers to split. From our choices the best was the BBQ burnt ends. The sauce was delicious and the meat was very tender. The jalapeno poppers were good, but the quesadillas were pretty bland. Service was average, but it took a good 30 minutes to get appetizers. I would hate to see how long it would take to get an entrée! This location offers a pool table, video games, outdoor patio seating and live music on Fridays & Saturdays. Next time I would not miss out on some great BBQ…I would stick with that as the rest is pretty much what you come to expect, but the BBQ was mouthwatering.

Treads & Threads

jodmendez — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:36:32 +0000

The 8th annual Treads & Threads is fast approaching and is looking to be another successful year. If you are looking for a great evening filled with fabulous eating, drinking and dancing this is the place to be. This years event will be held on Friday Sept. 11, 2009. Here is the event schedule:
Our party venue roars
Entertain your special guests in a private tent or hospitality area in a venue like no other: inside the oval of Kansas Speedway, America’s most scenic NASCAR track. The exclusive sponsors’ and patrons’ pre-party offers the opportunity to mingle with other top corporate, business and civic leaders.

Serving up a gourmet feast
Savor scrumptious gourmet fare from the Kansas City area’s premier restaurants, caterers and dessert specialists. Enjoy the featured martini ice bar, fine wines and other specialty drinks concocted just for our event!

Headline entertainment: Michael McDonald
Groove to the legendary “blue-eyed soul” of five-time Grammy winner Michael McDonald as he commands center stage. A pop music icon for more than 30 years, he’s contributed mega-hits like “Takin’ It To The Streets,” “Minute By Minute,” “What A Fool Believes” and dozens of others.

Fireworks frolic among the stars
Delight in a fireworks fantasy that rivals Independence Day as it explodes across the nighttime sky.

Black-tie or creative black-tie?
Don traditional black-tie party attire – or let our racetrack theme and your imagination inspire your formalwear. View photos from past years’ events to rev up your creativity.

We’ll party on, rain or shine
Raindrops won’t spoil our party! Treads & Threads is held rain or shine.

Companies Committed to Care
Demonstrate your company’s commitment to improving and expanding care for cancer patients throughout the region as a Treads & Threads sponsor. Sponsorship levels range from $5,000 to $30,000, and include a variety of benefits plus special recognition in promotional materials and advertising.

Party Passes
A limited number of patron and individual passes are available. Passes will be mailed to all attendees mid-August.

Individual Passes

Watkins Glen International (Patron) – $300
Includes 1 pre-party admission (at 6:00 p.m.)

Individual Pass – $200
Includes 1 regular admission pass (at 7:30 p.m.)

A perfect evening under the stars awaits you. Donate to a great cause and have some fun!

4th of JULY Events

jodmendez — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:16:54 +0000

With the 4th falling on a Saturday this year many people are going to be in search of a fun-filled weekend. I know I am going to enjoy a lazy day by the pool on Friday, but come Saturday bring on the fireworks. Here are the local Kansas City events lighting up the skyline this weekend…

MISSOURI METRO AREA

PARKVILLE: Fourth of July Celebration Parade at 10am; Carnival from 11am to 11pm; Fireworks at 9:45pm

KC Riverfest Berkley Riverfront Park in Kansas City, MO; Gates open at 1pm; Water sports, Festival food, Live music, Children’s area and FIREWORKS!

Independence Day Celebration Mormon Visitors Center, Independence, MO; Concert at 8:30pm; Fireworks begin at dusk

Gladstone MO Fireworks Oak Grove Park, 76th and N. Troost; At dusk

Excelsior Springs MO Fireworks The Elms Resort and Spa; At dusk

Liberty 4th Fest Liberty, MO; Fountain Bluff Sports Complex on Old 210 Hwy; Live music and children’s activities begin at 6pm; Fireworks at 9:45pm

Legacy Blast Legacy Park, Lee’s Summit, MO; Food, inflatables, entertainment and FIREWORKS! Gates open at 6pm

Platte City Family Fun and Fireworks Breakfast, 5k, bike rodeo, TONS of activities during the day; Music and fireworks at night; Platte County R-3 High School, Platte City, MO

Raymore MO Fireworks Recreation Park, Raymore, MO; Live music and food beginning at 7pm; Fireworks at 9:30pm

Harrisonville MO Fireworks Harrisonville City Park; Pale Horse Riders Country Music Festival beginning at 11am; FIREWORKS at 9:30pm

KANSAS METRO AREA

Fireworks and Salute to the Union Fort Leavenworth, KS; Games, music, concessions begin at 4pm, Salute to the Nation at 8pm, fireworks, Merritt Lake, Fort Leavenworth. Picture ID required upon entering Fort Leavenworth. For more information contact Fort Leavenworth Public Affairs office, 913 684-1724

Party on the Hill First Family Church in south Overland Park; Carnival, games, music, food and FIREWORKS 4pm to 10pm

Fourth of July Celebration Leawood City Park 5pm to 10pm; Activities and music for kids

Basehor KS Fireworks Basehor-Linwood High School Football Field; 6:30pm Parade and LOTS of family fun; 9:15pm Fireworks

Lansing KS Fireworks Lansing City Park, 4H Road west of Main; Approximately 9:30pm

Star Spangled Spectacular Corporate Woods, Overland Park, KS; Events from 4pm to 11pm – live music, inflatables and fireworks!

Olathe KS Fireworks Great Mall of the Great Plains, 151st St.; 9:30pm

Gardner KS Fireworks Gardner-Edgerton High School – 9:30pm

Fairway KS Fireworks Bishop Miege High School – 9:30pm

DeSoto KS July 4th Celebration Riverfest Park; Starts at 6pm with music and activities; fireworks at 9:45pm

Everyone have a Happy & Safe Independence Day!!