Y'all, I woke up this morning convinced it was Friday... turns out it's definitely not.

Since it's Thirsty Thursday, go check out my Where to Find the Best Espresso Martini in Kansas City guide. I even added a few new spots y'all recommended on Instagram, so keep the suggestions coming.

In the meantime, we've got free tickets to The Defiance Ball on August 29th. The Defiance Ball transforms a church sanctuary into a space of healing, resistance, and celebration. Win your way in.

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• The 22nd annual KC Fringe Festival is in full swing through July 26th. Catch more than 200 original performances by 400+ local and national artists at venues across KC. You've got three days left to get out there and support the creatives who make this city what it is.*

• The voice behind "Missing You" and Bad English's "When I See You Smile" brings four decades of rock hits to Ameristar. Grab tickets to see John Waite.

• Skalds and Shields’ Vikingfest Summer Party! takes over Pawn and Pint on August 22nd. If you love Viking trivia, live music from Bjorn of Tordenkor, and garbs, this one’s for you. Tickets?

• Steve Hofstetter comes to the Kansas City Funny Bone. He’s known for viral crowd work and turning hecklers into punchlines. Grab tickets to be in the first row and be a part of the set.

• Swope Murder Trial: A Re-enactment comes to the Truman Memorial Building on August 27th. Experience one of Kansas City's most infamous true crime stories as actors bring the sensational courtroom drama to life.

MY FAV SPOTS TO EAT IN KC

It’s Thirsty Thursday, but I’m not gonna lie… I’m hungry AF.

From tacos to burgers (and everything in between), Kansas City knows how to throw down when it comes to food. I rounded up some of my favorite spots. Meet me for lunch? How about dinner?

THIS WEEKEND

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• Homeschool registration is officially open, KC. This fall, K–12 students can dive into hands-on science, meet animals, and learn through interactive experiences designed just for homeschool families. Register here.

• July isn't over yet, and there's still plenty of summer left to soak up. If you're looking for excuses to get out of the house, start with these can't-miss July events. Hit one, or go for all of them. Your call.

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