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SUMMARY:KC Oasis at First Friday in Crossroads
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the Oasis booth on 19th and Baltimore. We will be sharing information about our wonderful community. Please greet us at the booth and meet other Oasians to walk around First Friday’s to enjoy art\, food\, and music! \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-at-first-friday-in-crossroads
LOCATION:Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art & Design\, 1901 Baltimore Ave\, Kansas City\, MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170507T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053610
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170428T220342Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Summer Osborne\, "Mindful Revolution"
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: Summer Osborne\, “Mindful Revolution”\nCommunity Moment: Brian Bergstrom\nMusical Guest: Summer Osborne \nThings are changing. One of two things will happen: People will either walk mindfully with it\, or be dragged. If we want to tip the scales in favor of life itself … if we want to propel the momentum TOWARD love\, we have to understand that we don’t have to agree on all the details in order to be moving in the same direction. It’s not exclusive to any belief\, but inclusive of the ALL of it. \nAbout the speaker: Summer Osborne is an award-winning American singer-songwriter\, artist activist and spiritual teacher from Vandalia\, Illinois. She entertains audiences throughout the U.S. and Canada with her magical brand of melodic and lyrically potent genre-jumping performances. \n“This is Your Call” (As I Am\, 2013) earned her a nomination from the International Music and Entertainment Awards for Best Spiritual Song and won a RightOutTV Music and Video award for Best Song with a Social Message. \nSummer has performed at numerous churches\, gatherings and spiritual centers that embody new thought\, including Christian\, Atheist\, Pagan\, Unity\, Unitarian Universalist\, and more\, throughout the Midwest and Northwest U.S. She also headlines festivals throughout North America\, including Pagan Festivals and Pride Fests. \nSummer’s music masterfully amalgamates the human condition\, spirituality\, truth\, love and healing. That is why people everywhere want what she has to give: Love. \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-summer-osborne-mindful-revolution
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170512T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170502T113905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170502T113905Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis Bar Night - Blue Moose in Prairie Village\, KS
DESCRIPTION:Eat\, drink and have friendly conversation with your fellow Oasians! 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-bar-night-blue-moose-in-prairie-village-ks
LOCATION:The Blue Moose Bar & Grill Prairie Village\, 4160 W 71st St\, Prairie Village\, KS\, 66208\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170513T100000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170415T163823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170502T114535Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis Workout Day
DESCRIPTION:James Ritter is offering a free Oasis fitness day. April 29th\, 9 to 10am\, Weltner park\, 79th & Stateline. 🙂 Water bottle required. Appropriate for all fitness levels. Cardio and calisthenics. 🙂 Contact James for details. \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-workout-day
LOCATION:Weltner Park\, 7731 Cambridge St\, Prairie Village\, KS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170513T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170509T123713Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis - Family Friendly Park Day
DESCRIPTION:Bring the family and join us for park day!  \nParents with young kids (and people who don’t mind kids) are invited to enjoy the park. EVERYONE is welcome\, whether you have kids or not!  \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-family-friendly-park-day
LOCATION:Black Hoof Park – Lake Lenexa\, 9053 Monticello Rd\, Lenexa\, KS
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170514T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170514T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170312T042319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170513T004323Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Garrett S. Griffin\, author of "Racism in Kansas City: A Short History"
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: Garrett S. Griffin\, author of Racism in Kansas City: A Short History\nCommunity Moment: Ashley Dawn\nMusical Guest: JJ Cantrell \nGarrett S. Griffin\, the author of Racism in Kansas City: A Short History\, will speak on the origins of the book and troubling current trends in white thought in KC and elsewhere. \nHis book is a study of Kansas City’s darkest moments – slavery\, the border war\, the Civil War\, bombings of black homes\, lynchings\, the segregation of neighborhoods and schools\, the civil rights struggle\, the Black Panther movement\, the 1968 race riot\, assassinations in the 1970s\, the infamous Missouri v. Jenkins U.S. Supreme Court case\, and the racial inequities that still plague Kansas City today. Threaded throughout Racism in Kansas City are stories of those who fought ardently against racist policies – and won. \nThe book’s foreword was written by Alvin Brooks. \nCopies will be available for sale and signing at the event. Or you can buy one in advance at https://www.createspace.com/5630107. \nAbout the speaker: Garrett S. Griffin is a political writer\, activist and author. He was born in Kansas City\, studied at Missouri State University\, and earned a graduate degree in history education from Rockhurst University. He formerly worked with special needs students in Grandview\, Missouri\, where he currently lives. You can find all his writings at gsgriffin.com.
URL:https://www.kcoasis.org/event/sunday-gathering-garrett-s-griffin-author-of-racism-in-kansas-city-a-short-history
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170509T124204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170509T124204Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis- Midweek Dinner at Brass Rail
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Brass Rail in North Kansas City 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-at-brass-rail
LOCATION:Brass Rail Sports Bar\, Restaurant\, & Pool Hall\, 4940 NE 81st St\, Kansas City\, MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170520T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170520T220000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170509T124355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170509T124355Z
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SUMMARY:KC Oasis Family-Friendly Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:Bring the family and join us for another social hour!  \nParents with young kids (and people who don’t mind kids) are invited to enjoy a family-friendly wine\, beer\, or whatever-you-fancy social hour. EVERYONE is welcome\, whether you have kids or not!  \nBringing a snack or a bottle of your favorite wine/beer/whatever to share is encouraged but not required.  \nPeople may park in the driveway or on the street. There are a couple of steps to get up to the front porch\, but the main level is pretty open and accessible. There are two small indoor dogs\, but they will be put away during the event. \nThe address and will be sent prior to the event to those who RSVP. Contact Helena Bergstrom (Helena.Bergstrom@kcoasis.org) with questions.  \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-family-friendly-social-hour-5
LOCATION:Julie’s in Lees Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170521T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170521T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170425T230850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170425T230850Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Gathering: Carrah Q\, "The Humanist Spectrum"
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: Carrah Q\, “The Humanist Spectrum”\nCommunity Moment: Jaime Jaramillo\nMusical Guest: TBD\nCelebrating Harvey Milk Day in the kids’ room with quotes and rainbow flags \nAfter 15 years of fumbling through conversations about religion and spirituality\, I have arrived\, confidently\, at a definition of personal belief I can live with: Spiritual Humanism. As a seminary dropout\, I spent years being resentful of narrow-minded leadership in religious communities. I experienced\, and still experience\, the eye-rolls\, snickering and the quick dismissal at my “spiritual but not religious\,” stance; as if I should tire of my youthful “dabbling\,” and finally settle on one religion\, just to make everyone else more comfortable. I experience the same behavior in some secular communities because of a pervading belief that I should just “give it all up.” My truth tends to make people on all sides suddenly eager for a chance at “justifiable” discrimination and name-calling. What happens when you give up religion but don’t give up belief? And what happens when you shun doctrine and still find value in theology? Is personal interpretation worthy? How exactly does one carve a path? And where exactly do I fit in? Welcome to the Humanist Spectrum! \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-carrah-q-the-humanist-spectrum
LOCATION:Tony Aguirre Community Center\, 2050 W Pennway St\, Kansas City\, MO\,  64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170522T190000
DTSTAMP:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170502T114744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170502T114744Z
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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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170608T153931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170608T153931Z
UID:1892-1498069800-1498078800@www.kcoasis.org
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:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170531T004229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170613T175240Z
UID:1880-1498388400-1498393800@www.kcoasis.org
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170531T003832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170531T003832Z
UID:1878-1498993200-1498998600@www.kcoasis.org
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:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170517T224111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170517T224111Z
UID:1874-1499158800-1499167800@www.kcoasis.org
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:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170608T152833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170608T153701Z
UID:1887-1499198400-1499205600@www.kcoasis.org
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
CREATED:20170702T123140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170702T123140Z
UID:1911-1500202800-1500208200@www.kcoasis.org
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
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:20260608T053610
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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