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SUMMARY:KC Oasis Volunteers at Micah Ministry
DESCRIPTION: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 to help feed and clothe those in need. \nThe Micah Ministry is a charitable organization that seeks to help anyone\, regardless of race\, gender\, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation\, sex\, sexual orientation\, or any other trait – as long as they could use some help\, the Micah Ministry is there to help them. \nThe Micah Ministry operates in a way that’s a bit different from traditional support organizations. They feed those who seek their services with a restaurant-style waiting operation: Volunteers take drink and food orders and deliver the food to them\, providing seconds if needed and continuing to refill their drinks as needed. \nIn addition to food\, if there are enough volunteers\, they operate a clothing and household items (toiletries\, candles\, blankets\, and other items) store. Volunteers ask each person for their order\, go back into the store room\, and retrieve the requested items as long as they are in stock. \nThe Micah Ministry is a religious organization\, which means that the event is started by an optional group prayer at the beginning. \nWe have never been pressured to pray with them and they have always been glad to have us participate in their group. \nPictures are permitted to be taken prior to the admission of those in need\, but\, once people are being admitted into the dining area\, no pictures are allowed. \nBy participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/kc-oasis-volunteers-at-micah-ministry-22
LOCATION:Micah Ministry\, 606 Gladstone Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64124\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181125T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20181114T023427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181114T023602Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Gary Blakely\, "Answering Dell's Call: The Future of Personal Transportation\, Hybrid Electric\, Electric\, and Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered Vehicles"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Gary Blakely\, “Answering Dell’s Call:\nThe Future of Personal Transportation\, Hybrid Electric\, Electric\, and Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered Vehicles”\nCommunity Moment: Nate Bailey\nMusical Guest: JJ Cantrell \nGary Blakely was born and raised in Dallas\, Texas. He developed an interest in mechanical things very early\, which led to a career in the automotive service industry\, in a variety of jobs\, culminating in the position of Field Service Engineer for the Ford Motor Company. He is retired now and drives a Hybrid Escape\, assembled right here in Kansas City. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/sunday-gathering-gary-blakely-answering-dells-call-the-future-of-personal-transportation-hybrid-electric-electric-and-hydrogen-fuel-cell-powered-vehicles
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181118T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20181009T014810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T014810Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering - C.J. Janovy: How to Win Hearts and Minds by Losing
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker: C.J. Janovy\, “How to Win Hearts and Minds by Losing”\nCommunity Moment: MK Mustard\nMusical Guest: Celia Albon\nhttps://www.facebook.com/CeliaAlbonHarpist/\nLGBT Kansans live in one of the country’s most hostile states\, but they’ve made dramatic gains in public acceptance. Along the way\, they learned lessons that are useful to anyone trying to make change. \nC.J. Janovy is a journalist and author of No Place Like Home: Lessons in Activism from LGBT Kansas (University Press of Kansas\, 2018). She currently oversees digital news and features for KCUR\, Kansas City’s NPR affiliate\, where she has also covered arts and culture. She spent two decades in the alternative press\, including 10 years as editor of The Pitch\, where her writers won numerous local\, regional and national awards and were published in several national “Best Of” food-\, sports- and music-writing anthologies. Janovy grew up in Lincoln\, Nebraska; received her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of California at Berkeley and a master’s degree in creative writing from Boston University. She and her wife live in midtown\, Kansas City\, with two dogs. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/sunday-gathering-c-j-janovy-how-to-win-hearts-and-minds-by-losing
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20181024T014212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T014212Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis Chili Cook-Off!
DESCRIPTION:Is your chili recipe the best? Come test your skills against your fellow Oasians for fun\, prizes\, and bragging rights! \nNot a cook? Come judge the contest! Cast your ballot and help determine the winners. \nWe are also holding a raffle and need donations of items if you have something to contribute. \nTo sign up or for more details\, contact julie.whistman@kcoasis.org or julia.lloyd@kcoasis.org. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/kc-oasis-chili-cook-off
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20181024T013926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T013926Z
UID:2522-1541928600-1541939400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Kansas City Oasis Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:How many lives will YOU save November 11? \nCommunity Blood Center (CBC) is the primary supplier of blood for local hospitals and has been serving Missouri and Kansas hospitals for more than 50 years. CBC needs to collect 580 pints of blood every day and over 140\,000 annually to meet the needs of our local hospitals. \nKansas City Oasis is hosting a blood drive Sunday\, November 11\, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on CBC’s donor bus. Please give a little of your time and a pint of your blood to help us collect 25 units of blood and save 50 lives! \nThose interested in signing up online can visit https://www.esavealifenow.org/PublicScheduler/\, enter OASIS in the Sponsor Code Box and press “Go.” \nWalk-in donors are also welcome! \nTo view medical requirements for blood donation\, please visit http://savealifenow.org/donate-blood/donation-process/medical-eligibility/. \nIn less time than it takes to watch two half-hour sitcoms you can save two lives at the Kansas City Oasis blood drive!
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/kansas-city-oasis-blood-drive-5
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181104T123000
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CREATED:20181024T013644Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Ash Allee\, "Resistance and Persistence"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Ash Allee\n“Resistance and Persistence: Responding to Burnout in Oppressive Times”\nCommunity Moment: Stacy Hotchkiss\nMusical Guest: Brooke Kafka\nhttps://www.facebook.com/SaxyDreads/ \nAsh R. Allee\, LMSW\, is a social worker\, professor\, queer activist and consultant in Kansas City. Ash works with businesses\, social service agencies and schools to provide training and assessment on topics related to gender and sexuality. He started his social work career working with children and families as an advocate and mentor at Synergy Services. Following this\, Ash spent a couple of years as an HIV case manager at the KC CARE Health System\, helping individuals living with HIV access medical services and financial assistance for healthcare costs. For the past decade\, Ash has organized and facilitated numerous events focused on raising community awareness and directly responding to the violence and discrimination LGBTQ individuals experience. In 2017\, he moderated the HuffPost and KCUR Listen to America Town Hall that centered on trans experiences in Kansas City. Ash currently facilitates two bimonthly support groups for queer youth and teaches Social Work at Park University and Johnson County Community College. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/). \n 
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/sunday-gathering-ash-allee-resistance-and-persistence
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180911T025102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T025128Z
UID:2485-1540724400-1540729800@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Lily Fouts\, "From Fugitive Child to Globetrotter"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Lily Fouts\n“5 Things My Fugitive Childhood Taught Me About Authentic Travel”\nCommunity Moment: TBA\nMusical Guest: Calvin Arsenia \nWhen Lily Ann Fouts was a child\, her and her sister’s photos ended up on the back of a milk carton. For seven years\, the girls and their mother evaded her father\, the police\, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children\, bounty hunters\, and the FBI. They spent most of that time in Mexico\, living like locals. Through this experience\, Lily learned to appreciate the value of other cultures and languages. She also developed unique skills for traveling on a budget. Now she prides herself in being a world traveler\, having visited all seven continents\, most of them more than once. She’s become an expert on traveling and wants to use her unique perspective to help others travel authentically. What’s more\, she wants to encourage the love of travel in the next generation by helping teachers travel the world. Her travel blog has been featured in Edutopia\, Fund for Teachers\, and Full Sail University. She’s also been featured in numerous podcasts\, including The Lapse Storytelling Podcast\, Path Hunters Podcast\, and Zero to Travel. When Lily’s not talking about traveling\, she is traveling. She loves spending time with her husband\, Keith\, their cat\, Sprite\, and friends she meets along the way. Lily’s travel blog is www.travelbeyondexcuse.com\, and her personal blog is www.lilyannfouts.com. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/sunday-gathering-lily-fouts-from-fugitive-child-to-globetrotter
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20181009T013706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T013706Z
UID:2510-1540227600-1540234800@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:KC Oasis Volunteers at Micah Ministry
DESCRIPTION: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 to help feed and clothe those in need. \nThe Micah Ministry is a charitable organization that seeks to help anyone\, regardless of race\, gender\, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation\, sex\, sexual orientation\, or any other trait – as long as they could use some help\, the Micah Ministry is there to help them. \nThe Micah Ministry operates in a way that’s a bit different from traditional support organizations. They feed those who seek their services with a restaurant-style waiting operation: Volunteers take drink and food orders and deliver the food to them\, providing seconds if needed and continuing to refill their drinks as needed. \nIn addition to food\, if there are enough volunteers\, they operate a clothing and household items (toiletries\, candles\, blankets\, and other items) store. Volunteers ask each person for their order\, go back into the store room\, and retrieve the requested items as long as they are in stock. \nThe Micah Ministry is a religious organization\, which means that the event is started by an optional group prayer at the beginning. \nWe have never been pressured to pray with them and they have always been glad to have us participate in their group. \nPictures are permitted to be taken prior to the admission of those in need\, but\, once people are being admitted into the dining area\, no pictures are allowed. \nBy participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/kc-oasis-volunteers-at-micah-ministry-21
LOCATION:Micah Ministry\, 606 Gladstone Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64124\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180911T024445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T024445Z
UID:2481-1540119600-1540123200@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Twyla Dell\, "Can a City Change Its Fuel Habits?"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Twyla Dell\, “Can a City Change Its Fuel Habits?”\nCommunity Moment: Erin Schinasi\nMusical Guest: Mickey P. \nPioneers to the river bend who would become Kansas Citians said goodbye to wood and hello to both coal and oil over one lifetime. Each fuel left its stamp on the city. Then gasoline created the sprawling metro area we have today. Now we find ourselves in a dysfunctional relationship with gasoline. In the last decade city government has reduced its dependence on this fuel\, but we can and must do so much more. \n“The Once and Future Kansas City: A Love Story of Wood\, Coal and Gasoline” brings this thriving city history to life through the lens of the fuels that built it and challenges us to change our habits once again. \nTwyla Dell\, Ph.D.\, has been an environmental educator for many years. This is her seventh book. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/sunday-gathering-twyla-dell-can-a-city-change-its-fuel-habits-2
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180918T001902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180918T001902Z
UID:2496-1540040400-1540054800@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:KC Oasis at Deanna Rose: Hayride and Pumpkin Patch
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Oasians at Deanna Rose Farms for an afternoon hayride and pumpkin patch adventure! Bundle up\, grab some cider or cocoa and spend the day engaging in all the best things about fall. Afterwards carve up a Jack-O-Lantern and we can share photos on the event page. \nWe’ll meet at 1pm and try to organize it so that as many people can be on the hayrides at the same time as possible. If you have questions reach out to Josh Laws\, Skye Angelina Peraud or Taylor Gibson. \nBy participating in this event you agree to abide by the Oasis Codes of Conduct: https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/kc-oasis-at-deanna-rose-hayride-and-pumpkin-patch
LOCATION:Deana Rose Farms\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66221\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180903T210101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180903T210101Z
UID:2464-1540024200-1540036800@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:The Whole Person – Planting Independence Yard Cleanup Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Whole Person Planting Independence Yard Cleanup event! We will perform low- to moderate-risk activities such as mowing\, raking\, weeding\, and planting at the homes of people who receive services from The Whole Person. \nAs we’ll likely work up an appetite\, we’ll plan a lunch gathering afterward. \nParticipants will need to sign a waiver\, and choose their unisex T-shirt size. Facebook message or e-mail Julie Whistman at julie.whistman@kcoasis.org
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/the-whole-person-planting-independence-yard-cleanup-event
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20181009T013430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T013430Z
UID:2507-1539889200-1539900000@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Adult S'mores Party!
DESCRIPTION:Join your Oasis friends at Sally and Mark Mendon’s home for an evening of s’mores and socializing. \nGrab your favorite s’mores supplies\, hot chocolate\, or apple cider and come have some fun. This is a party for the adults so please leave the kiddies with a sitter and let yourself relax. \nAddress will be messaged to RSVP’d guests before the event. \nBy participating in this event you agree to abide by the Oasis code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/adult-smores-party
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181014T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180903T205539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180903T205651Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: A Very Fishy Missouri: The Importance of Stream Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Niki Atkipis\nCommunity Moment: TBA\nMusical Guest: TBA \nConservation starts at home.\nWhat does stream health say about the quality of our local ecosystem? What does it have to do with us? Join Niki in conversation about her experiences working with the Missouri Department of Conservation as part of a stream assessment field team. She will discuss the importance of freshwater ecology\, what it takes to conserve Missouri’s wild waterways\, and how we can become better environmental stewards. \nNiki Aktipis is a dedicated conservationist and environmental educator. She has spent several field seasons involved in various conservation projects – ranging from the protection of endangered marine turtles in Costa Rica to the monitoring of desert tortoise in the Mohave Desert. Previous to her role within MDC\, she served for over a year in a civil conservation corps where she assisted in the restoration of wilderness hiking trails\, including the Hermit trail in the Grand Canyon. \nA native midwesterner\, Niki graduated from the University of Derby in 2016 with a master’s degree in Conservation Biology and previously from the University of Michigan with a bachelor’s in Biopsychology. She is the author of “Turtles of the Caribbean: As Told by Niki Aktipis”. She currently resides in the Kansas City area. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/sunday-gathering-a-very-fishy-missouri-the-importance-of-stream-conservation
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181007T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180911T024054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T024528Z
UID:2478-1538910000-1538915400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Taylor Gibson\, "Stuck In The Middle With You"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Taylor Gibson\,\n“Stuck In The Middle With You –\nHow Bi Erasure and Invisibility Alienate People\, Both Inside and Outside The Community” \nCommunity Moment: Brooke Thomsen\nMusical Guest: Pablo Sanhueza\nhttps://www.facebook.com/PabloSanhuezaMusic/ \nBisexuals make up almost half of the LGBTQIA community but are often missing from the conversation. Why it is important for Bi+ individuals to try and reclaim a seat at the table when it comes to discussing representation\, sexuality and rights. \nTaylor Gibson was born in Kansas City and spent their twenties in the conservative bible belt after coming out in their teens.They now work to normalize polymorous and queer relationships through various organizations around the KC metro\, including the Polyamory Support Group of Kansas City. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/sunday-gathering-taylor-gibson-stuck-in-the-middle-with-you
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180930T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180930T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180903T204941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180903T204941Z
UID:2454-1538319600-1538330400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:KC Oasis Happy Hour at Knuckleheads
DESCRIPTION:Join your Oasis friends for an afternoon of drinks and laughs at Knuckleheads Saloon. We’ll grab a big table and all enjoy a relaxing drink before the work week starts back up. \nBy participating in this event you agree to abide by the KC Oasis Code of Conduct: https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/kc-oasis-happy-hour-at-knuckleheads
LOCATION:Knuckleheads Saloon\, 2715 Rocester St.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64120\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180930T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180930T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180821T003538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180918T001207Z
UID:2390-1538305200-1538314200@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: E. Andrew Boyd\, "Beyond Comprehension: A Scientific Look"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: E. Andrew Boyd\,\n“Beyond Comprehension: A Scientific Look at the Challenge of Knowing Everything”\nCommunity Moment: Daniel Harris\nMusical Guest: JJ Cantrell \n“It is of great use to the sailor to know the length of his line\, though he cannot with it fathom all the depths of the ocean.”\nJohn Locke\, An Essay Concerning Human Understanding \nLocke was keenly aware the human mind wasn’t up to the task of knowing everything. But if so\, what are we missing? Drawing upon material from a recent book\, we investigate our cognitive limitations by taking a look at some underappreciated scientific conundrums; things that simply can’t be\, but are. We conclude by reflecting on what these limitations mean in our daily lives. \nDr. E. Andrew (Andy) Boyd is a scheduled contributor to the Engines of Our Ingenuity\, a nationally syndicated radio program and podcast produced by Houston’s National Public Radio affiliate\, KUHF\, part of Houston Public Media. Evan Hadingham\, Senior Science Editor at NOVA\, has called Engines “the best-written short-form science podcast on the internet\,” adding\, “Every episode is a gem.” Dr. Boyd received his B.A. with honors at Oberlin College with majors in mathematics and economics and his Ph.D. in operations research from MIT. He was elected an INFORMS Fellow in 2007 and was a co-recipient of the INFORMS Impact Prize in 2016. His most recent book is Beyond Comprehension: A Scientific Look at the Challenge of Knowing Everything. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/sunday-gathering-e-andrew-boyd-beyond-comprehension-a-scientific-look
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180903T204135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180903T204135Z
UID:2452-1537808400-1537815600@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:KC Oasis Volunteers at Micah Ministry
DESCRIPTION: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 to help feed and clothe those in need. \nThe Micah Ministry is a charitable organization that seeks to help anyone\, regardless of race\, gender\, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation\, sex\, sexual orientation\, or any other trait – as long as they could use some help\, the Micah Ministry is there to help them. \nThe Micah Ministry operates in a way that’s a bit different from traditional support organizations. They feed those who seek their services with a restaurant-style waiting operation: Volunteers take drink and food orders and deliver the food to them\, providing seconds if needed and continuing to refill their drinks as needed. \nIn addition to food\, if there are enough volunteers\, they operate a clothing and household items (toiletries\, candles\, blankets\, and other items) store. Volunteers ask each person for their order\, go back into the store room\, and retrieve the requested items as long as they are in stock. \nThe Micah Ministry is a religious organization\, which means that the event is started by an optional group prayer at the beginning. \nWe have never been pressured to pray with them and they have always been glad to have us participate in their group. \nPictures are permitted to be taken prior to the admission of those in need\, but\, once people are being admitted into the dining area\, no pictures are allowed. \nBy participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/kc-oasis-volunteers-at-micah-ministry-20
LOCATION:Micah Ministry\, 606 Gladstone Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64124\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180923T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180903T203503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T020035Z
UID:2446-1537700400-1537705800@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Seft Hunter\, Exec. Director\, Communities Creating Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Seft Hunter\, Executive Director\, Communities Creating Opportunity\nMusical Guest: Rick Kloog\nCommunity Moment: Roger Pick \nSeft Hunter\, Ph. D.\, is the executive director of Communities Creating Opportunity. He guides the strategic direction of the organization with specialized research and experience in health access and equity. Seft is the president of his neighborhood association\, Manheim\, an important community in the heart of Kansas City that just secured zoning along Troost Avenue to prevent future payday loan shops. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/seft-hunter-exec-director-communities-creating-opportunity
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180911T023429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T021939Z
UID:2476-1537466400-1537473600@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Swarner Park Cleanup and Picnic
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n“Hands Solve Human Problems”\nWe have adopted Swarner Park in Shawnee\, KS\, and will be doing a picnic and cleanup on September 20th at 6 p.m. After this cleanup we will earn a sign indicating that the park has been adopted by Kansas City Oasis! This cleanup will take place 4 times a year\, so if you can’t join us next week\, there will be more opportunities. This is a family-friendly activity! \nBy participating in this event you agree to abide by the KC Oasis Code of Conduct: https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/swarner-park-cleanup-and-picnic
LOCATION:Swarner Park\, 6200 Lackman Rd.\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66217\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180916T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180916T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180821T003156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180821T003156Z
UID:2387-1537095600-1537101000@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Lisa Hardwick\, "Profiles of Women in Action\, Part 2"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Lisa White Hardwick\,\n“Profiles of Women in Action Part II: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. and the DEED Foundation” \nCommunity Moment: Karin Bauer\nMusical Guest: TBA \nLisa White Hardwick is President of the DEED Foundation\, which owns and manages the 105-year-old Delta Athenaeum building. DEED was founded by the local chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc.\, the largest organization of African-America women with more than 250\,000 members worldwide. Earlier this year\, Lisa spoke to KC Oasis about the history of the Kansas City Women’s Athenaeum Club and their iconic Club House constructed during the suffrage movement in 1913. As Part II of this profile\, Lisa will join us to discuss the parallel journey of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and the DEED Foundation as active women of color in social\, civic\, and philanthropic causes. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/sunday-gathering-lisa-hardwick-profiles-of-women-in-action-part-2
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180913T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180903T202328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T224026Z
UID:2443-1536861600-1536872400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:KC Oasis Swarner Park Cleanup and Picnic
DESCRIPTION:“Human Hands Solve Human Problems” \nWe have adopted Swarner Park in Shawnee\, KS\, and will be doing a picnic and cleanup on September 6th at 6 p.m. After this cleanup we will earn a sign indicating that the park has been adopted by Kansas City Oasis! This cleanup will take place 4 times a year\, so if you can’t join us next week\, there will be more opportunities. This is a family-friendly activity! \nBy participating in this event you agree to abide by the KC Oasis Code of Conduct: https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/kc-oasis-swarner-park-cleanup-and-picnic
LOCATION:Swarner Park\, 6200 Lackman Rd.\, Shawnee\, KS\, 66217\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180912T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180911T022227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T022227Z
UID:2468-1536775200-1536786000@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Picnic\, Geocaching\, and Disc Golf at Legacy Park
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow Oasians for a fun afternoon picnic at the Legacy Park in Lee’s Summit. We will meet at the shelter closest to the Disc Golf course so feel free to bring your discs if you want to play a round. \nAdditionally\, Mark and Sally Mendon have offered to lead a geocache hunt! Regardless of your level of experience\, they’ll be happy to explain the ins and outs of hunting geocached treasures. If you are interested in learning more about geocaching before the event\, download the app and sign up at this website: https://www.geocaching.com/play \nPlease note that the picnic is not a potluck so please bring enough food for yourself (sharing is of course always encouraged). Also\, while we are hoping to snag the shelter\, consider bringing a camping chair in case it is occupied. \nIf you have any questions please reach out to Josh Laws\, Mark Mendon\, Sally Mendon or Taylor Gibson. \nBy participating in this event you agree to abide by the KC Oasis code of conduct: https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/picnic-geocaching-and-disc-golf-at-legacy-park
LOCATION:Legacy Park\, NE Blackwell Pkwy\, Lee's Summit\, MO\, 64063\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180909T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180909T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180816T002103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180903T205124Z
UID:2378-1536490800-1536496200@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Ryan Bell\, "From a Year Without God to Life After God"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Ryan Bell\, “From a Year Without God to Life After God”\nCommunity Moment: Darrel Ray\nMusical Guest: Kelly Hunt Duo \nAfter nearly 20 years of pastoral ministry in the Seventh-day Adventist Church\, Ryan Bell was asked to resign in early 2013 due to doctrinal and some policy difference with the denomination. In 2014 he launched a blog\, and a personal project\, to explore what atheism is\, and try\, once and for all\, to answer the nagging questions about his faith. By January 2015 Ryan was an atheist and a humanist. In mid-2015 he launched Life After God. This talk will walk you through the journey he has been on for the past five years\, looking at what has changed and what has stayed the same. \nAbout the speaker:\nRyan Bell is the National Organizing Manager at the Secular Student Alliance\, where he leads the organizing staff in resourcing hundreds of student groups on high school\, college and university campuses. SSA helps students create community\, define their secular humanist values and put them into action. Ryan also serves as the Humanist Chaplain at the University of Southern California (USC) and host of the Life After God podcast. \nHe received a Master of Divinity degree from Andrews University and a Doctor of Ministry from Fuller Theological Seminary. As an adjunct professor he has taught subjects ranging from intercultural communication to bioethics. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/ryan-bell-from-a-year-without-god-to-life-after-god
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180902T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180902T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180816T001824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T002127Z
UID:2375-1535886000-1535891400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Aron Ra\, "Atheist Awe and Wonder"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Aron Ra\, “Atheist Awe and Wonder”\nCommunity Moment: Dr. Hector Garcia\nMusical Guest: Nick Marshall https://www.facebook.com/loopsbynick/ \nAron Ra will talk about “Atheist Awe and Wonder\,” refuting a common misconception that atheists somehow miss out on an appreciation of “creation.” \nAron is a science communicator and secular activist with more than 180\,000 subscribers to his YouTube channel. His videos promoting scientific skepticism\, secular politics and humanist values have been mirrored\, featured\, referenced and recommended by many professional scientists\, secularists and educators. \nHe is the Southwest Regional Director of American Atheists\, an ordained Dudeist\, and director of the Phylogeny Explorer Project\, a navigable online encyclopedic depiction of the entire taxonomic tree of life. He also produces the Living Science Lessons classroom supplement video series\, teaching middle and high school biology according to the “Next Generation” national standards. These unapologetically include explanations of evolution\, climate change\, deep-time and other culturally controversial topics in America’s “Bible Belt.” \nAron Ra is best known as the author of Foundational Falsehoods of Creationism\, and for public testimonies contesting the Texas State Board of Education in its attempts to denigrate evolution and teach notions of conservative Christian creationism in both science and history classrooms of public schools. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/aron-ra-atheist-awe-and-wonder
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180827T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180805T175540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180805T175540Z
UID:2365-1535389200-1535396400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:KC Oasis Volunteers at Micah Ministry
DESCRIPTION:  \nAt 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 to help feed and clothe those in need. \nThe Micah Ministry is a charitable organization that seeks to help anyone\, regardless of race\, gender\, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation\, sex\, sexual orientation\, or any other trait – as long as they could use some help\, the Micah Ministry is there to help them. \nThe Micah Ministry operates in a way that’s a bit different from traditional support organizations. They feed those who seek their services with a restaurant-style waiting operation: Volunteers take drink and food orders and deliver the food to them\, providing seconds if needed and continuing to refill their drinks as needed. \nIn addition to food\, if there are enough volunteers\, they operate a clothing and household items (toiletries\, candles\, blankets\, and other items) store. Volunteers ask each person for their order\, go back into the store room\, and retrieve the requested items as long as they are in stock. \nThe Micah Ministry is a religious organization\, which means that the event is started by an optional group prayer at the beginning. \nWe have never been pressured to pray with them and they have always been glad to have us participate in their group. \nPictures are permitted to be taken prior to the admission of those in need\, but\, once people are being admitted into the dining area\, no pictures are allowed. \nBy participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/kc-oasis-volunteers-at-micah-ministry-18
LOCATION:Micah Ministry\, 606 Gladstone Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64124\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180826T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180816T001455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T001555Z
UID:2370-1535281200-1535286600@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Steve Arkin\, Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health and Suicide
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Steve Arkin\, staff neurologist at Saint Luke’s Kansas City\,\n“Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health and Suicide: A Personal Perspective” \nMusical Guest: JJ Cantrell\nCommunity Moment: Amanda Niedzwiecki \nDr. Arkin will talk about the epidemic of suicide and trends in this country and worldwide\, and about his personal journey through the years of living with a son with mental illness. He will discuss the stigma and pitfalls as well as the different modalities for treatment and coping. He will explore ways of battling stigma as a community\, both as a person living with mental illness and having a family member die by suicide. \nSteven Arkin is a staff neurologist with Saint Luke’s Health System. He was born in Chicago\, graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign\, and received his medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago. He completed his internship at Northwestern University\, and his residency and fellowship at the University of Iowa. \nSteve has lived in the Kansas City area since 1994. He is married to Karen\, also a neurologist at Saint Luke’s. They had two children\, Jennifer and Jason. After losing their son to suicide\, Steve and Karen co-founded SPEAK UP\, Suicide Prevention Education Awareness for Kids United as Partners Foundation. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/steve-arkin-breaking-the-stigma-of-mental-health-and-suicide
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180826T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180805T174818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180805T174818Z
UID:2362-1535275800-1535286600@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Kansas City Oasis Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:  \nHow many lives will YOU save August 26? \nCommunity Blood Center (CBC) is the primary supplier of blood for local hospitals and has been serving Missouri and Kansas hospitals for more than 50 years. CBC needs to collect 580 pints of blood every day and over 140\,000 annually to meet the needs of our local hospitals. \nKansas City Oasis is hosting a blood drive Sunday\, August 26\, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on CBC’s donor bus. Please give a little of your time and a pint of your blood to help us collect 25 units of blood and save 50 lives! \nThose interested in signing up online can visit https://www.esavealifenow.org/PublicScheduler/\, enter OASIS in the Sponsor Code Box and press “Go.” \nWalk-in donors are also welcome! \nTo view medical requirements for blood donation\, please visit http://savealifenow.org/donate-blood/donation-process/medical-eligibility/. \nIn less time than it takes to watch two half-hour sitcoms you can save two lives at the Kansas City Oasis blood drive!
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/kansas-city-oasis-blood-drive-4
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180826T013000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180821T002703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180821T002703Z
UID:2382-1535187600-1535247000@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:The Phantastics Album Release Party
DESCRIPTION:If you come to Oasis then you probably know Jacob Cantrell (aka JJ). He’s kind\, talented\, enthusiastic\, and his band is having an album debut party this weekend. It’d be a great show of support to get as many Oasis booties shaking on the dance floor as possible\, and if you’ve ever been to a Phantastics concert then you already know that it is prime booty shaking music. \nCome out and join your friends in celebrating one of the shining stars of our community. \nTickets are $10 General Admission. \nHere is the link to the band’s event page:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2130465703909320/ \nBy participating in this event you agree to abide by the Kansas City Oasis code of conduct: https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/the-phantastics-album-release-party
LOCATION:The 10 Spot\, 1000 Broadway Blvd. Suite 300\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64105\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180819T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180819T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180816T001040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T001040Z
UID:2368-1534676400-1534681800@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Marilee Harrison\, "On Breathing and Walking at the Same Time"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Marilee Harrison\, “On Breathing and Walking at the Same Time”\nCommunity Moment: John Mueter\nMusical Guest: JT Eberhard \n“Reality is known through reason.” That’s one of our core Oasis values. How do we continue forward movement with a measure of reason when faced with distressing circumstances in which emotion tends to rule the day (or the year\, or the nation)? When it’s easier to ignore or seek distractions from important issues? Maintaining balance and self-care are key skills for activism at all levels. We’ll consider reality-based ways to maintain sustainable forward momentum. \nMarilee Harrison is the KC Oasis Executive Director. She retired from a career as a psychotherapist specializing in trauma and abuse issues\, after receiving a B.A. in Psychology from Wichita State University and Master of Social Work from the University of Kansas. Once a religious fundamentalist\, she emerged from her roots in a Mennonite community to become a secular community organizer. She founded and coordinated secular\, reason-based organizations at the local and state level\, and served in national leadership positions. Maintaining an abiding commitment to social justice\, she was at the forefront of marriage equality\, officiating hundreds of weddings as a Humanist Celebrant. She aspires to cultivate a bountiful garden\, enduring friendships\, and abundant laughter in the process. \n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/marilee-harrison-on-breathing-and-walking-at-the-same-time
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180812T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180812T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T060807
CREATED:20180723T003757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180723T003757Z
UID:2354-1534071600-1534077000@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Emma Barnett\, MOCSA\, Supporting Survivors of Sexual Harassment
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChildcare is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Emma Barnett\, Education and Outreach Specialist\, Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault\n“How to Support Survivors of Sexual Harassment”\nMusical Guest: Sky Smeed https://www.skysmeed.com/ \n\nEmma joined MOCSA as an Education and Outreach Specialist in July 2017. While receiving her BA in Political Science from K-State\, Emma worked as a violence prevention educator and victim advocate on campus. It was through these experiences that she realized the importance of educating community members on issues surrounding sexual violence. In her role as an educator for MOCSA\, Emma spends time in schools facilitating discussions about sexual assault and consent\, dating violence\, gender stereotypes\, and bystander intervention. Emma believes with the right tools\, every community has the power to prevent sexual violence. \n\n*By participating in this event\, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (https://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/)
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/emma-barnett-mocsa-supporting-survivors-of-sexual-harassment
LOCATION:Delta Athenaeum\, 900 E. Linwood Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
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