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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 non-religious) 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. \nIn our past volunteer experiences with them\, we 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-15
LOCATION:Micah Ministry\, 606 Gladstone Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64124\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170525T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170526T000000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170502T114216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170502T114216Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis Karaoke Night - Uptown Arts Bar
DESCRIPTION:Sing your favorite song with your fellow Oasians or just listen along! This is an adult only 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/kc-oasis-karaoke-night-uptown-arts-bar
LOCATION:Uptown Arts Bar\, 3611 Broadway Street\, Kansas City\, MO
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170527T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170528T000000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170227T062321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170415T163149Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Join your friends and fellow Oasians for a relaxed evening of fun and games! This event is family-friendly!!! \nPlease bring food and drink to share. Bring your board games too! Kids are welcome and the home is child friendly\, even for the youngest ones. A dog and cat do live in the home. \nThere is driveway parking and street parking. There are some stairs to enter the house. \nThe address and host phone number will be sent out prior to the event. Please contact Josh Laws or Helena Bergstrom with questions. \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-game-day-7
LOCATION:Leslie’s in Blue Springs\, MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170528T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170517T222443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170517T222443Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Dr. Sofia Khan\, KC for Refugees
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Dr. Sofia Khan\, KC for Refugees\nCommunity Moment: JJ Cantrell\nMusical Guest: Sea Forms\nKids: Wind chimes \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-dr-sofia-khan-kc-for-refugees
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170604T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170517T223620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170517T223620Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Natasha Parker\, "Sex and Relationships"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Natasha Parker\, “Sex and Relationships”\nCommunity Moment: Josh Laws\nMusical Guest: TBA\nKids: Play-doh \n***Parental Warning- Adult discussions about sex.*** \nAbout our speaker:\nNatasha Helfer Parker\, LCMFT\, CST\, is a Certified Sex Therapist and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. She has been in practice for almost 20 years\, primarily working within the Mormon Community. She authors the blog The Mormon Therapist and hosts the podcasts Mormon Mental Health and Mormon Sex Info. She currently serves as the president of the Mormon Mental Health Association and as president of the Kansas division for the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. One of her primary goals is to advocate for sexual health and healing where religious authority/culture/tradition has either harmed or limited sexual growth and expression. \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-natasha-parker-sex-and-relationships
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170607T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170509T123938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170509T123938Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis- Midweek Dinner at Kelso's
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Kelso’s in North Kansas City. This is a family friendly event. Please invite your friends and family! \nThey are reserving a few tables for us. When you get there ask for Kansas City Oasis and they will direct you to where we are. If you have questions or if you are concerned you won’t know anyone at the event get in touch with Helena Bergstrom. \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-midweek-dinner-at-kelsos
LOCATION:Kelso’s Kansas City\, 300 Armour Rd\, North Kansas City\, MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170611T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170517T223230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170609T122020Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering:  Gretta Vosper\, West Hill United-Toronto\, "Mind the Gap: Bridging the Space Between Religion and Secularism"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Gretta Vosper\, West Hill United-Toronto\, “Mind the Gap: Bridging the Space Between Religion and Secularism”\nCommunity Moment: Karin Bauer\nMusical Guest: TBA \nGretta Vosper has served West Hill United\, a congregation of The United Church of Canada located in Scarborough\, Ontario\, for nearly two decades. With the leadership of the congregation\, she has transitioned West Hill beyond doctrine and created a theologically barrier-free community known around the world for its groundbreaking work. West Hill is featured in the documentary Godless and the upcoming film Losing Our Religion\, by Zoot Media.  \nIn an act of solidarity with secular Bangladeshi bloggers identified as atheists\, arrested and threatened with execution\, Gretta identified as an atheist in 2013. Recently\, the United Church has initiated a review of Gretta’s effectiveness as a minister based on her atheistic beliefs. A hearing of her beliefs took place in June 2016; Gretta was found to be “Unsuitable for ministry in the UCC” and has been recommended for dismissal. \nGretta is the author of the national bestseller With or Without God: Why the Way We Live is More Important that What We Believe\, and Amen: What Prayer Can Mean in a World Beyond Belief\, an exploration of prayer stripped of supernatural expectations. Additionally\, she has published three collections of poetry and continues to write new lyrics to traditional hymns. Nonexclusive inspirational liturgical and music resources prepared for use at West Hill – where those who hold traditional beliefs share the pews with others who don’t – are used internationally.  \nGretta serves on the board of The Oasis Network\, a growing network of secular communities. In the past she has served as a director and officer of The Clergy Project\, an international network for clergy who no longer believe\, and founded the Canadian Centre for Progressive Christianity. Gretta also serves as a vice-chair of the Board of Governors of Centennial College.  \nYou can learn more about her at www.grettavosper.ca. \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-gretta-vosper-west-hill-united-toronto-mind-the-gap-bridging-the-space-between-religion-and-secularism
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170531T004654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170531T004654Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis Anniversary Potluck at the Park!
DESCRIPTION:Another wonderful year has passed and now it is time to celebrate! \nHelp Kansas City Oasis celebrate our 3rd year anniversary at Antioch Park! We will be located at Shelter 3. This is a potluck. Please bring your favorite dish and beverages to share.  \nBring the family and enjoy a lovely day in the park with friends! \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-anniversary-potluck-at-the-park
LOCATION:Antioch Park\, 6501 Antioch Road\, Merriam\, KS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170618T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170618T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170608T154225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170613T175048Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Leo d'Entremont\, "Other Side of the Fence"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Leo d’Entremont\, “Other Side of the Fence”\nCommunity Moment: Darrel Ray\nMusical Guest: Calvin Arsenia\nKids: Father’s Day cards | Teens: Making key chains \nThis presentation will explore the issue of sexism in American culture from the perspective of a transgender man. We’ll be looking at the underlying psychology behind issues of sexism and the sociological structures that perpetuate them. This presentation will not discuss transgender issues or sexual orientation\, but will touch on the clash created when sexist ideologies encounter people who don’t fit the simple male/female binary. Come with an open mind and leave your egos at the door as we take a peek at gender from the other side of the fence. \nBio: Leo d’Entremont is a biologist\, Army veteran\, EMT\, published author\, and avid karaoke singer who just happens to be a transgender man. His views on gender dynamics and sexism in western society are informed by the unique perspective of a person who has been treated as both female and male. He is currently working on a book about gender issues in America called “Other Side of the Fence.”  \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-leo-dentremont-other-side-of-the-fence
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170621T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170621T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170608T153931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170608T153931Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis- Midweek Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Talk Of The Town in Leawood for the midweek dinner. This is a family friendly event. Invite your family and friends! \nThey are reserving a few tables for us. When you get there ask for Kansas City Oasis and they will direct you to where we are. If you have questions or if you are concerned you won’t know anyone at the event get in touch with Helena Bergstrom. \nChildren are welcome until 9pm. \nWe’ll see you there! \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-midweek-dinner
LOCATION:Talk of the Town Leawood\, 5201 W 135th St\, Leawood\, KS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170531T004229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170613T175240Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Carrah Q "Anatomy of a School Shooting"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Carrah Q\, “Anatomy of a School Shooting”\nCommunity Moment: MK Mustard\nMusical Guest: Scott Stuewe\nDrum Circle in the kids’ room! \nA rampage shooting or school shooting is a result of a process that began long ago for the person responsible for taking lives. It is the beginning of a long and painful journey for victims\, families and the community. The society at large tends to remain in limbo\, unable to grasp and process this destructive pattern in our midst. The media does what it does best – creates a drama and a story best fit for ratings. What if we had the ability to piece together the steps leading up to a school shooting so that we might prevent the next one? What makes up the entirety of this phenomenon? What if you knew a school shooter? What would you ask? Please join Carrah for this most personal and necessary talk. \nAbout the speaker: Carrah Q is a Spiritual trainer\, yoga teacher\, lipstick aficionado\, meditation instructor and religious educator. She holds a master’s degree\, with distinction\, in philosophy/ecumenics from Trinity College Dublin\, Ireland\, and a BA in religious studies from University of Arizona. \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-dennis-kelley-indigenous-spiritual-traditions
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170701T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170701T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170627T122142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T122142Z
UID:1906-1498896000-1498910400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:KC Oasis Volunteers with Uzazi Village
DESCRIPTION:Uzazi Village is a nonprofit organization devoted to decreasing health disparities in the urban core of Kansas City by decreasing prematurity\, the leading cause of death for African-American infants\, through education\, support\, and innovative care delivery models. Along the way\, they hope to increase the quality of life for moms\, babies\, and families residing in the urban core and increase awareness and promotion of healthy lifestyles and empowering lifestyle choices. \nThey are MOVING their offices from 3647 Troost to 4232 Troost- just a few blocks down the road. They will rent a truck\, load everything up\, and take it to the new place. They will have juice and danishes in the morning and order pizza for lunch. This move has been many years in the making. Uzazi Village has become an integral part of our community & are thrilled to be increasing their space so that they can increase their capacity. \nKC Oasis is excited to join with them in celebrating their move and helping them by providing manpower to assist them in this historic step for their organization! \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-with-uzazi-village
LOCATION:Uzazi Village\, 3647 Troost Avenue\, Kansas City\, MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170702T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170702T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170531T003832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170531T003832Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Keith Fouts\, "Building an Energy-Efficient Earthbag Home in Eastern Kansas"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Keith Fouts\, “Building an Energy-Efficient Earthbag Home in Eastern Kansas”\nCommunity Moment: Chuck Brown\nMusical Guest: TBA\nKids: Making personal flags\nTeens: “We the people” activity \nOver time\, Keith developed a passion for taking care of the environment as he learned about our influence on the climate. One item on his bucket list included building a sustainable home; however\, his passion for travel has been at odds with building a home anchored in one location. A few years ago Keith’s parents began transitioning toward retirement and no longer needed the five-bedroom home in Ottawa that Keith grew up in. This is where the sustainable earthbag home (4\,000 bags filled with 100 lbs. of earth) came into play. \nDuring today’s talk Keith will explain why he has decided to build this type of home and how to go about building with earthbags. He will include information about other sustainable features he has added into the home (passive solar design\, rainwater cistern\, radiant in-floor heating\, etc.).  \nAbout the speaker: Keith grew up in Ottawa\, Kansas. After earning a bachelor’s degree in aeronautical science from the Florida Institute of Technology\, he moved to Virginia to begin a career as a flight instructor. Unfortunately\, his first day on the job was September 11\, 2001. Religious extremists changed his career path that day. \nHe flight-instructed for the next 18 months\, but saw that aviation was not going anywhere with all the changes since 9/11. Having worked as an electrical apprentice to pay for college\, he quickly earned his journeyman\, then master electrician licenses. Then he learned about contracting opportunities for licensed electricians willing to travel. This included working five contracts at the South Pole where he eventually founded the South Pole Freethinkers. He spoke at Oasis about this topic last year (podcast episode #40). \nToday\, Keith works six to eight months a year and travels between contracts. \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-keith-fouts-building-an-energy-efficient-earthbag-home-in-eastern-kansas
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170704T113000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170517T224111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170517T224111Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis Participates in the Lenexa Community Days Parade
DESCRIPTION:Kansas City Oasis is spreading the word about our secular community! \nJoin us for our inaugural participation in the Lenexa Community Days parade. This is a significant event that draws thousands of people. We’ll carry an Oasis banner and wear Oasis values T-shirts while passing out flyers and candy. It’s over by noon so you’ll be free for cookouts and fireworks later in the day. \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-participates-in-the-lenexa-community-days-parade
LOCATION:Old Town Lenexa Shopping District\, Lenexa\, KS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170704T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170704T220000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170608T152833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170608T153701Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis- 4th of July Bonfire and Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:Bring your chair\, snack\, and beverage. The fireworks will begin at 9:30 with skydiving before. Both are based at Longview Lake which is about 3 miles away as the crow flies. You also have a great view of the fireworks in the south part of the city. No fireworks are allowed on our property since they are illegal in Kansas City. If you want to roast marshmallow\, please bring a roasting stick. \nPlease contact Helena Bergstrom or Josh Laws for information. We will release the address\, to people that have RSVP’d\, two days prior to the event. \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-4th-of-july-bonfire-and-fireworks
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170709T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170627T121655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T121844Z
UID:1902-1499598000-1499603400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Joshua Hyde\, "Exergaming: High Scores\, Low BMIs"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Joshua Hyde\, “Exergaming: High Scores\, Low BMIs”\nCommunity Moment: Scot Bastian\nMusical Guest: Brian Ruskin\nKids: Self-care\nTeens: Self-care and awareness \nWhen we talk about videogames\, the image of a sedentary\, slack-eyed individual clutching a controller as they shoot their way through the opposing team. However\, as technology has improved across the board\, so has videogaming – not only in terms of bringing us greater experiences through the internet and virtual reality\, but also in terms of keeping us active. Although exergaming has a history almost as long as videogames themselves\, the trend has recently picked up and become more viable. Join us as we talk about the recent advents and potential futures of a world where going to the gym and netting the high score of your favorite videogame can be the same activity. \nAbout the speaker:\nJoshua is a software engineer by day and a tech enthusiast by night.  \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-joshua-hyde-exergaming-high-scores-low-bmis
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170716T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170716T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170702T123140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170702T123140Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Jen Shockley\, Deputy Director of NORML KC
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Jen Shockley\, Deputy Director of NORML KC\nCommunity Moment: Amanda Worthington\nMusical Guest: Beau Bledsoe\nKids and teens: Superhero Day! \nNORML KC was founded in September 2015 by diverse individuals who are dedicated to ending cannabis prohibition. The organization’s goal is to be the leading advocate for cannabis reform in the Kansas City metropolitan area and ensure patients have access to high-quality medical cannabis that is safe and affordable. The Kansas City chapter believes in safe access for all who could benefit from medical cannabis. \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-jen-shockley-deputy-director-of-norml-kc
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170723T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170702T122848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170719T123138Z
UID:1909-1500807600-1500813000@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Galen Thies\, "Everyday Emotional Intelligence"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Galen Thies\, “Everyday Emotional Intelligence”\nCommunity Moment: Guy Niederhauser\nMusical Guest: TBD\nKids: Indoor picnic\nTeens: Cooking for indoor picnic \nGalen will be sharing some lessons he’s learned about the crucial role that emotions play in effective communication\, and how developing a better awareness of our emotions and those of others can enhance our personal and professional relationships. \nAbout the speaker:\nGalen grew up in South central Kansas and in dozens of towns across the Southwest United States. He graduated from the University of Kansas in 1994. He resides in Lawrence with his wife and daughter. Galen has worked in the financial services industry for over 20 years. He has extensive experience with process improvement\, auditing\, reporting and management.  \nHe is a former board President of Kansas City Oasis\, where he still volunteers. He also performs some communication functions for the Oasis Network. \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-galen-thies-everyday-emotional-intelligence
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170806T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170806T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170804T173135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170804T173135Z
UID:1915-1502017200-1502022600@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Craig Wolfe\, "The Climate Emergency"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Craig Wolfe\, The Climate Emergency: The Case for Immediate Action\nCommunity Moment: Jim Fisk\nMusical Guest: TBD\nKids and teens: Sewing \nThe climate crisis is real. But what are the facts? What are the threats? Where are the opportunities going forward? If the climate emergency is an existential threat to life on the planet\, does our response reflect that of an emergency? What can and must individuals do to avert the worst consequences of the climate crisis? \nAbout the speaker:\nCraig Wolfe was trained by Al Gore’s Climate Reality\nProject to make presentations regarding the Climate\nEmergency. He is also an activist with Kansas Sierra Club\, president of the Heartland Renewable Energy Society\, cofounder\nof the KC Climate Coalition\, and singer/songwriter in the group Soular\, writing songs about climate and Mother Earth. \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-craig-wolfe-the-climate-emergency
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170808T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170804T174320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170804T174320Z
UID:1925-1502218800-1502226000@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:KC Oasis- Hamburger Mary's Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Get a group of 5 of your brainiest friends to compete in Hamburger Mary’s Trivia contest to benefit Equality Kansas of Metro KC. Entrance fee is $50 per team. Cash only. \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-hamburger-marys-trivia
LOCATION:Hamburger Mary’s Kansas City!\, 3700 Broadway\, Suite 110\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64111\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170813T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170804T174051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170804T174051Z
UID:1923-1502622000-1502627400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Joshua Richards\, "The Concept of Happiness"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Joshua Richards\, “The Concept of Happiness”\nCommunity Moment: Brooke Thomsen\nMusical Guest: Pablo Sanhueza\nKids & Teens: Emergency Plans \nJoin us as Joshua talks about exploring happiness as a philosophical concept\, and what help reason can offer in terms of finding it.  \nAbout the speaker:\nJoshua Richards is a speaker and writer from Houston. He earned a graduate degree from University of Houston majoring in philosophy and humanities. He is also an ex-pastor. \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-joshua-richards-the-concept-of-happiness
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170820T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170820T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170804T173436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170804T173436Z
UID:1917-1503226800-1503232200@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Dr. David Yang\, "OTC Nutrition"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Dr. David Yang\, Chief Technology Officer/Partner\, OTC Nutrition LLC and Chief Operating Officer\, Arch Nutraceutical LLC\nCommunity Moment: Mandy McKinney\nMusical Guest: Summer Osborne\nKids and teens: Maps \nDr. Yang has over 30 years of global food and nutrition science expertise in the development and commercialization of food and nutrition products. He was president and COO of NutriJoy Inc.\, which was acquired by The Cola-Cola Company in 2008 and originally partnered with the National Institute for Strategic Technology Acquisition and Commercialization and Kansas State University. He is also a former Procter & Gamble executive with 16-plus years of experience in the Global Food & Beverage Business Unit. He holds eight patents and six pending patent applications. Dr. Yang holds a Ph.D. in food science and nutrition from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a B.S\, in chemistry from Purdue University. \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-dr-david-yang-otc-nutrition
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170827T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170827T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170817T000627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170817T000627Z
UID:1927-1503831600-1503837000@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Michelle Morgan\, Nicaragua Humanitarian Trip
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speakers: Michelle Morgan\, Mobility Matters/Oasis’ Inaugural Humanitarian Trip to Nicaragua\nCommunity Moment: Erin Eaton\nMusical Guest: JT Eberhard \nMichelle Morgan will report on Mobility Matters/Oasis’ first humanitarian trip to assemble and deliver wheelchairs in Nicaragua. \nAbout the speaker: Michelle has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice administration and a minor in psychology\, but after graduating cum laude\, worked only briefly in her field of study before giving up her career to be a full-time homeschool mom\, as commanded by her then-held Christian beliefs. During her years in ministry\, Michelle served as a youth minister\, women’s ministry teacher and Christian counselor; sang with the worship team; traveled to Mexico and Nicaragua on mission trips; and\, prior to her deconversion\, was in the process of relocating to Nicaragua as a full-time missionary. However\, after 16 years of devout service and ministry as an evangelical Christian\, Michelle came to believe there wasn’t adequate support for her long-held fundamentalist religious beliefs. \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-michelle-morgan-nicaragua-humanitarian-trip
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170828T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170804T173621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170804T173621Z
UID:1919-1503939600-1503939600@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:KC Oasis Volunteers at Micah Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Join KC Oasis as we help feed and clothe those in need at Micah Ministry! \nThe Micah Ministry is a charitable organization that seeks to help anyone\, regardless of race\, gender\, religious (or non-religious) 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. In our past volunteer experiences with them\, we 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-16
LOCATION:Micah Ministry\, 606 Gladstone Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64124\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170831T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170831T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170817T001100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170817T001100Z
UID:1929-1504206000-1504213200@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Oasis 101
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to Oasis\, or just want to learn more about our community? \nJoin us for an evening of casual conversation about our Oasis values\, and how we are building secular community right here in Kansas City. Meet a few of our participants\, make some new friends\, and get your questions answered. \nWe hope to see you there! \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/oasis-101-5
LOCATION:Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen\, 1526 Walnut St.\, Kansas City\, MO\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170903T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170903T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170804T173823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170902T164850Z
UID:1921-1504436400-1504441800@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Steve Sitton\, "Benton Paints the Ozarks"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m. \nFeatured Speaker: Steve Sitton\, “Benton Paints the Ozarks”\nCommunity Moment: Brad Garrison\nMusical Guest: Kristy Blomquist\nKids: community service plans\nTeens: Adulting 101: college and job applications \nSteve Sitton is the site administrator of the Thomas Hart Benton Home & Studio State Historic Site\, a facility of the MO Division of State Parks. He grew up in Grandview\, Missouri\, and graduated from Ruskin High School. He received his B.A. in history from Drury College. Mr. Sitton began working for Missouri State Parks in 1994 at Deutschheim State Historic Site in Hermann\, Missouri\, as the tourist assistant. He was promoted to site administrator of Deutschheim in 2000 and transferred to the Benton Home as the administrator in 2001. \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-steve-sitton-benton-paints-the-ozarks
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170902T163046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170902T163444Z
UID:1937-1504980000-1504990800@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Bar Night at Tom's Town Distilling Co.
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Oasians for a cocktail at Kansas City’s coolest distillery! Leave the kiddies behind and let yourself indulge in a little adult libation while maybe learning some history as well. We’ll meet in the main bar area around 6:00 and try to hold tables for everyone. \nFor more information on the location check out: http://www.toms-town.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/bar-night-at-toms-town-distilling-co
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170910T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170910T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170817T122957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170902T165446Z
UID:1934-1505041200-1505046600@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Cam F Awesome\, "Boxing's Lessons"
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m.\nFeatured Speaker: Cam F. Awesome\, “Boxing’s Lessons”\nCommunity Moment: Marilee Harrison\nMusical Guest: Joe Schoonover\nKids: Making Grandparents Day cards for a senior home\nJoin us as Cam talks about life lessons that boxing has taught him – Everything from physical\, mental\, cultural\, personal accountability\, and more. \nAbout the speaker:\nCam Awesome is a boxer\, stand-up comedian and keynote speaker. While only 29\, Cam believes age is a general estimate of life experience. Cam has lived a life that has provided valuable life lessons. His strong message resonates with youth\, due to the perceived value of a personality with a large social media following. \nCam has been featured in several print and digital media\, including ESPN\, SportsNation\, Highly Questionable\, Washington Post\, The Rolling Stone\, Bleacher Report\, and countless others. \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-cam-f-awesome-boxings-lessons
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170913T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170913T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170902T165748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170902T170159Z
UID:1962-1505327400-1505336400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Midweek Dinner at Boru Ramen
DESCRIPTION:Join your Oasis family for some Asian noodles and conversation at Boru Ramen in Waldo. Ramen’s origins are hazy but one story has it after Japan opened its ports to the world in the mid-1800s\, a Chinese noodle dish skyrocketed in popularity with Japanese manual laborers and industrial workers looking for cheap and filling food. \nAfter World War II\, ramen’s popularity all but tanked due to famine and strict regulations on food supplies. But thanks to an illegal black market in which wheat was heavily (but secretly) traded and sold\, ramen made a comeback. So\, today you can find ramen in dorm rooms\, kitchen cupboards\, and top-notch\, high-end restaurants. \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/midweek-dinner-at-boru-ramen
LOCATION:Boru Ramen\, 500 W. 75th St.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64114\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170917T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053451
CREATED:20170817T001346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170902T165143Z
UID:1931-1505646000-1505651400@www.kcoasis.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: The Summit Experience: A Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation.\nSunday Gathering begins at 11 a.m.\nChild care is provided. Everyone is welcome!\nProgram ends at 12:30 p.m.\nThe Summit Experience: A Panel Discussion\nCommunity Moment: Brittani Rhoades\nMusical Guest: TBA\nCitizenship Day in the kids’ room!\nKids: Rights and Responsibilities\nTeens: Rights and Responsibilities going from teen to adult\nWondered what happened at the first Oasis Summit? Join your fellow Oasians for a panel discussion full of great stories and insight into the event that made the Oasis Network come to life. \nParticipants: Darrel Ray\, Mikayla Dryer\, Darrin Kabel\, Maureen Kennedy\, Guy Neiderhauser and Lisa Phillips \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-the-summit-experience-a-panel-discussion
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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