Ready for some fresh air and campfire stories? We’re heading to Watkins Mill State Park the 1st weekend of October, and we want you there! The Mendons have already secured Site 42, so come join the neighborhood for a weekend of trails, history and hanging out. The Details: • Where: Watkins Mill State Park (26208 Co Rd RA, Kearney, MO) • When: October 3-4 • Pro Tip: Weekend spots require a 2-night booking (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday). Don't Wait! State Park sites fill up incredibly fast once the weather turns. If you want to camp, head to the Missouri State Parks...

Musical guests: Whatever a Moon (https://whateveramoon27.wixsite.com/whatever-a-moon) Featured speaker: Leigh Elmore, The Rice Tremonti Home The home and surrounding six-plus acres is located alongside the Santa Fe Trail. The oldest standing frame house in Jackson County, Missouri, the Rice-Tremonti Home, along with Aunt Sophie’s Cabin, have borne witness to the sweep of American history. With beginnings as a waypoint on the Santa Fe Trail and as a jumping off point for emigrants to Oregon and California, the wooden house endured the ravages of border warfare and the Civil War. With a history spanning 182 years, the Rice-Tremonti Home has an important...

October's book is "Night Watch" by Jayne Anne Phillips. Please bring a snack to share. In 1874, in the wake of the War, erasure, trauma, and namelessness haunt civilians and veterans, renegades and wanderers, freedmen and runaways. Twelve-year-old ConaLee, the adult in her family for as long as she can remember, finds herself on a buckboard journey with her mother, Eliza, who hasn’t spoken in more than a year. They arrive at the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in West Virginia, delivered to the hospital’s entrance by a war veteran who has forced himself into their world. There, far from family, a...

*Note: It's okay if you can't get there until 5:15-5:30. At Kansas City Oasis our values are "People are more important than beliefs," "human hands solve human problems," and "meaning comes from making a difference." In that spirit, we partner with Micah Ministry the FIRST MONDAY of each month in helping our less fortunate neighbors. Some Oasians choose to go every Monday. Volunteers will greet the guests, serve food and offer beverages. By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

🧟‍♀️ Learn the iconic “Thriller” dance with the KC Swingsters! 🕺🧟 This October, we’re bringing Halloween to the dance floor! Whether you’ve always wanted to learn Michael Jackson’s legendary Thriller choreography or you’re just looking for a fun way to celebrate spooky season, this class is for you. 🎃 What to expect: 🕺 Lessons 1–3: Learn the choreography step-by-step. 🎥 Lesson 4: Review the dance and film a fun music video together! No dance experience? No problem! We’ll break it down into easy-to-follow sections, and everyone is welcome. Come by yourself or bring friends—no partner is required. 📅 Tuesdays in...

A secular grief support group for those of us who don't find religion helpful in our grief journey. Feel free to come and share and support in a safe space. No prayers. No proselytizing. No dogma. People are more important than beliefs. By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

Musical guest: Bobby Watson (https://bobbywatson.com/) Featured speaker: Chuck Haddix, "Bird: Charlie Parker on Record in Kansas City" Chuck Haddix served as curator, Marr Sound Archives, UMKC University Libraries, from 1986-2025. He has been a producer for KCUR-FM, UMKC, from 1974-present, where he produces and hosts the Fish Fry, a twice-weekly radio program featuring blues, soul, R&B, jumpin’ jive and zydeco. He also has served as a lecturer at Kansas City Art Institute from 2010-present. Chuck has numerous publications and awards to his credit. Bobby Watson is a multi-GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist, composer, bandleader, educator and producer, who trained formally at the University...

🧟‍♀️ Learn the iconic “Thriller” dance with the KC Swingsters! 🕺🧟 This October, we’re bringing Halloween to the dance floor! Whether you’ve always wanted to learn Michael Jackson’s legendary Thriller choreography or you’re just looking for a fun way to celebrate spooky season, this class is for you. 🎃 What to expect: 🕺 Lessons 1–3: Learn the choreography step-by-step. 🎥 Lesson 4: Review the dance and film a fun music video together! No dance experience? No problem! We’ll break it down into easy-to-follow sections, and everyone is welcome. Come by yourself or bring friends—no partner is required. 📅 Tuesdays in...

Bring your favorite board games and a snack to share. Let’s roll the dice, shuffle the cards, and make some great memories together! Host/Point of Contact: David Krampus By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

Musical guest: Music by Skippy (https://www.musicbyskippy.com/) Community moment: Will Manning Featured speaker: Debbe Trachtman, Ph.D., "Who were our ancient ancestors and how did these people influence current religions and civilizations?" By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).