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This Weekend IN KC: March 31-April 2 

Click here to view a list of happenings in Kansas City this weekend, March 31st-April 2nd, as compiled by inkansascity.com:

• KCRep 2023 Gala, March 31st
• Women's Self Defense Seminar, April 1st
• 2023  Lyric Opera Ball, April 1st
• SF Jazz, April 1st
• Menopause The Musical April 2nd 

$50 Facials with FREE Eyebrow Wax 

Our Esthetician, Casey, is offering another special. Now until the end of May, all facials are only $50 with a free eyebrow wax included! 

If you're interested in scheduling an appointment with her, call Casey to book: 913.486.8646

Parade of Hearts 

If you missed your chance to see the 156 art installations in 2022's parade of hearts, you're getting a second opportunity to view the 2023 installation soon!
On April 15, Parade of Hearts will host an advance public viewing of 40 hearts that will be on display fo the second year. Tickets are $5 per person and you will get to see the hearts before they are available for public viewing across KC. View the full article here! 

New Businesses in KC March 2023 

IN Kansas City prides themselves on being an expert on all things local, keeping a watchful eye on the ever changing business scene of our city. Click here to view a round-up of new places that have opened in March of 2023, and see below for a recap of openings close to Sorrento!

• Andy's Frozen Custard, Nall Ave in Overland Park
• Geo's Gourmet Bakery, Mur-Len Rd in Olathe
• Jinya Ramen Bar, 159th St at BluHawk in Overland Park
• Kate Smith Soiree, Santa Fe Drive in Overland Park
• Nico & Ana's Italian, 119th St in Overland Park
• Peter Piper Pizzeria, 119th St in Olathe
• Top Soup Yunnan Noodle, 151st Street in Overland Park
• GoodVets, Indian Creek Pkwy in Overland Park
• KC Bling Designz, 151st Street in Overland Park

Local Marriott Renovation Includes New Bourbon Bar 

The Marriott at 10800 Metcalf in Overland Park underwent a 16 million dollar renovation in 2022, updating all public spaces in the hotel. Along with a fresh lobby, fitness center, and lounge is a new restaurant and bar, Zephyr Kitchen and Bourbon Bar. This swanky space offers more than 135 bourbons, whiskeys, scotches and ryes. The restaurant and bar has in-house experts to tailor a flight of whiskey and bourbon for you, or customers can customize their own flight. 

Read more about the new local eatery here. 

March Resident Events 

What's New in KC Food and Drink March 2023 

There are several new openings of restaurants in the KC area for March of 2023. The list includes Chingu Coffee Co and Bay Boy Sandwhiches collaboration (a coffee and sandwich pop-up shop on E 39th Street), Voo Lounge (a cocktail lounge in the Muehlebach Hotel on Baltimore Ave), Ombra (showcasing Charcuterie boards with a different spin), Nico and Ana's Italian Street Food (an Italian concept opened by the owners of Mi Ranchito Mexican Restaurant opening at The Fountains Shopping Center in Overland Park), and Savory Tea Co. (with 140 loose teas to choose from).

View the full article in Kansas City Magazine here. 

Worlds of Fun Memories Contest 

If you are a Kansas City native or have been a long time resident of the metro area, chances are that you have a memory or two made at Worlds of Fun. In 2023, the amusement park celebrates it's 50th anniversary of providing thrills and excitement to KC! To celebrate, they have launched a 50th Anniversary Memory Contest. 

Worlds of Fun is asking residents to submit photos and videos of themselves, family and friends throughout the years dating back to 1973 when the park opened. Submitted entries will be included in Social Media posts, in-park signage and a special exhibit that will be featured in the park this year. One winner will be chosen out of the submissions each month between now and the April season opener, and could win a VIP experience at the park to prize pack of exclusive merchandise. 

Click here to view an article written in IN Kansas City or here to enter the contest!

Radiant Yoga Retreat 

Join Ali Jacobson and Angie Eckenroth at the Drowsy Water Ranch for a Radiant Yoga Retreat in Granby, Colorado from August 27th through September 2nd, 2023.

The duo has teamed up with Drowsy Water Ranch to create a week where the West meets yoga for fun, relaxation and adventure. The retreat includes:

• 6 nights of accommodation
• 3 meals per day (Vegan and Vegetarian options available)
• 2 yoga classes per day
• Guided horseback rides (full day or 1/2 day options available)
• Guided hiking
• Zip line lesson
• Campfire sing-along with S'more making
• Breakfast ride and mountain top cook out