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Labor Day is only a few days away!

Any plans yet?

If not, get yourself ready for one of the largest Labor Day festivals in the nation!! Head over to Independence, Missouri to discover tons of Labor Day fun at the the Santa-Cali-Gon Festival!  There will be four days worth of jammed packed fun!  Expect craft tents, over fifty food booths, carnival, live music on stages and contests!

I would suggest that you come to the festival early so that you can enjoy all that it has to offer!

It’s a great event for Corbin Crossing residents to enjoy!

(photo courtesy of Mr. T in DC from Flickr)

I’ve been hearing some rave reviews about McCoy’s Public House in Kansas City. Ever been?

There, you’ll find food and drinks pleasing to all appetites.  And the setting is fit for all categories– whether you’re a biker looking for a deck, or a professional looking for a place to wind down, there is an outdoor deck and a wonderful indoor-spot to watch sports as you sip on your favorites.

The crowd is definitely a lively one, but all in good spirits!  There restaurant also has a stage for DJs and karaoke, along with late-night pint specials!

The place is open until 3 p.m. from Monday to Saturday; it’s also open until Midnight on Sunday.

We’d like to hear from Corbin Crossing residents! If you’ve been, tell us about your experience! Did you participate in Karaoke?

What are you doing tonight?

How about grab some friends and come out to see Mel Brooks‘ Broadways show, “The Producer” at the Starlight Theater tonight at 8:00 p.m.  The show has earned 12 Tony awards, so there is no doubt that the play is a hit!

THE PRODUCERS follows the adventures of Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom…two schemers who will sing and dance their way through show biz’s biggest scam ever!~ Kansas City Events

Tickets are between $10 and $85.

Here’s a small clip:

Looks like a good one! And Starlight Theatre isn’t too far from Corbin Crossing Apartments!

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Hi Corbin Crossing!!!

There are three shows that you can check out tonight!  Don’t worry about eating dinner first… you can have dinner at all three music events:

Kris Lager Band

• Tonight at 8:00 p.m.
• Trouser Mouse

Ron Carlson Trio featuring Steven Dillman

• Tonight from 6-9:00 p.m.
• Lucky Brewgrille

Midtown Quartet

• Tonight from 7-11:00 p.m.
• The Jazz Kitchen

And don’t forget to carry your pooch to Young’s Pool tomorrow! For $5, your dog will get to swim from 9-11:00 a.m.!  But you have to make sure that you clean up behind!

For more information, contact Kristina Stanley at 913. 895.6391.

Enjoy the weekend!!!

(photo courtesy of t2ll2t from Flickr)

Think quick! Your Corbin Crossing neighbors are coming over, and your place, especially the kitchen, looks a mess. What do you do????

Hopefully I can help you with this problem before it even gets that far!  Sometimes, the kitchen can be the hardest thing to keep clean.   Besides keeping the sink overloaded, you have the floor that’s vulnerable to all spills and scuffs, and you have the kitchen table that stays sticky or can get possibly scratched. Here’s a couple things you can do to make sure your kitchen stays protected and ready to take a punch:

The table

When you’re deciding on what kind of kitchen table to buy, consider what kind of material you’re buying.  Go for things that can easily hide stains and those of tougher materials.  You can also purchase table mats to use when eating, or when you’re doing work at the table to prevent scratches and other marks.

How about “Beauty and the Beast?”  I absolutely LOVED the Disney film, so I am definitely excited about seeing the play.  If you’re up to enjoying a great theatrical performance, then I suggest you come out to Starlight Theatre tonight!

From what I hear, it’s an entertaining musical spectacle of the movie.  It’s been one of Broadway’s best love stories.  I can’t wait until the cast sings “Be Our Guest;” I might end up on stage myself!

The show starts at 8:00 p.m. All guests (kids and adults) are welcomed!

For more information, call 816.363.STAR!

Can’t make it tonight? It’s okay! The last showing is Sunday, August 15th!

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So you need to know how to get that stain out of your favorite shirt…. or how about getting ready to put on your favorite bangle and realize that it’s now silver… and rusty.  Although there are some items that we can’t salvage, there are some that can be.  Here are some tips that we can use to keep our clothing and accessories looking just as fresh as the day you bought it:

• Don’t dry that! If the stain hasn’t been removed completely, you should not put it in the dryer because the heat will only make the stain more stubborn, thus leaving a spot on your favorite white shirt.
• For static issues, rub a wire hanger across the garment before putting it on. You can also use fabric softener sheets or add a little bit of vinegar to your wash load.  Vinegar helps remove soap residue and softens  your clothing.  These can be found at your local Super Walmart.
• Wrap costume jewelry in a soft cloth and seal them in an airtight bag/box to keep them looking less tarnished.

What are some things you do to keep your items looking new?

(photo courtesy of Grant MacDonald from Flickr)

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Who’s ready to jam at the Soul Food Festival?

Huh?… You didn’t know about it?

Once again, Magic 107.3 has teamed up with Kinfolks entertainment to present the 3rd annual Soul Food Festival next Saturday, August 14th at the Ameristar Casino & Hotel.

And guess what? Special guests will include “ole’ skool” artists like:

• Cameo
• Whodini
• Tevin Campbell
• MC Lyte
• Glenn Jones and
• Brownstone

For more information, visit Magic 107.3’s website!

This is a great event for Corbin Crossing residents to enjoy!

(photo courtesy of AIBakker from Flickr)

Let’s take a self defense class in the OP!

It’s a two-hour self defense workshop that will take place on August 7th.  Learn how to protect yourself and have fun at the same time!

Since there will be partner exercises, you should consider bringing a family members and friends.

Be sure and wear comfortable clothing and and sneakers.  There are only 250 spots available, so register as soon as possible on www.takedefense.org.

The cost is free, but you can donate and enter your name for a chance to win prizes, such as gift cards to your favorite stores!

photo courtesy of USACE Europe District’s photostream from Flickr

The kids will be back in school in no time… so it’s only fair that they get one more day of extracurricular fun in, right?

Then take them to Georgia’s Chicken run! It’s happening this Saturday at the Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, located at 138th and Switzer.

Register your kids online; they will receive a gift bag, T-shirt and a medal for their hard work.

Check-in is 7:30 a.m.  An awards show will follow around 9:45 a.m.

It’s not even an all-day event! Take them out!!!

Enjoy!

(photo courtesy of chooyutshing from Flickr)

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