Kansas City Oasis

MASKS ARE OPTIONAL. *Note: It’s okay if you can’t get there until 5:15-5:30. At Kansas City Oasis our values are “People are more important than beliefs,” “human hands solve human problems,” and “meaning comes from making a difference.” In that spirit, we partner with Micah Ministry to help feed and clothe those in need. Micah Ministry serves hundreds of people every Monday evening from 5:15-7:15. They help anyone, regardless of race, gender, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or any other trait. Come join us in helping our less fortunate neighbors. Volunteers will greet the guests, serve food, offer...

Musical guest: Holly O. Taylor (https://www.facebook.com/hollytaylor432/)) Community moment: Jeff Carey Featured speaker: Zachary Mallory, "Gun Violence Rippling Effects on our Communities" Zachary Mallory (They/He) is an advocate, leader, and survivor of domestic gun violence who focuses directly on the intersectionality of domestic, gun, and sexual violence. Zachary has been an active community member for the last decade, and focuses directly on mental health and suicide prevention. Zachary is a volunteer with the Kansas Chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America and is a Senior Survivor Fellow with Everytown for Gun Safety. Parallel park in the neighborhood near...

MASKS ARE OPTIONAL. *Note: It’s okay if you can’t get there until 5:15-5:30. At Kansas City Oasis our values are “People are more important than beliefs,” “human hands solve human problems,” and “meaning comes from making a difference.” In that spirit, we partner with Micah Ministry to help feed and clothe those in need. Micah Ministry serves hundreds of people every Monday evening from 5:15-7:15. They help anyone, regardless of race, gender, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or any other trait. Come join us in helping our less fortunate neighbors. Volunteers will greet the guests, serve food, offer...

Musical guest: Erin Eades (https://www.facebook.com/erineadesmusic) Community moment: Ethan Powell Today's format is a little different. In honor of Women's History Month, we will view a video called "Equality: History of Women's Movement." During this time we will not be able to broadcast live. Doors open at 10:30. Come early for donuts, coffee and conversation! Parallel park in the neighborhood near our building or in the "free on Sundays" KU P2 parking garage two blocks west of our community center. Please reserve the small south parking lot for those who need the ramp to enter the building. By participating in this...

MASKS ARE OPTIONAL. *Note: It’s okay if you can’t get there until 5:15-5:30. At Kansas City Oasis our values are “People are more important than beliefs,” “human hands solve human problems,” and “meaning comes from making a difference.” In that spirit, we partner with Micah Ministry to help feed and clothe those in need. Micah Ministry serves hundreds of people every Monday evening from 5:15-7:15. They help anyone, regardless of race, gender, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or any other trait. Come join us in helping our less fortunate neighbors. Volunteers will greet the guests, serve food, offer...

Join fellow Oasians for fun and frivolity at Missouri's first Black-owned brewery, co-founded by one of our favorite musical guests, Kemet Coleman. By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

We will be sponsoring a blood drive with Community Blood Center (https://www.savealifenow.org/) in addition to collecting period products for local high schools. There will be karaoke and snacks while you wait for your turn! If you are unable to donate, come for the camaraderie! You can use the following link to reserve your time slot: https://donate.savealifenow.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/82657 By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).

Musical guest: JJ Cantrell Featured speaker: Seth Andrews, "Seth Andrews VS. God: Who is the Better Intelligent Designer?" Religious apologists often get misty and reverent about the "obvious" design in nature, yet Seth Andrews thinks God did a pretty shoddy job. Join us for an entertaining, often funny and sometimes alarming examination of the world's faulty wiring ... and how Seth might have done better than whoever – or whatever – allegedly wrote the blueprints. Seth Andrews is a former evangelical and Christian broadcaster who now hosts The Thinking Atheist … one of the most popular podcasts and online atheist...

Join us for our family-friendly Denim and Diamonds Gala to celebrate Oasis' 10th anniversary! Wear anything from your grungiest denim to your fanciest diamond dress, or anything in between. There will be a DJ, prize drawings, a raffle and more. Some liquor will be provided (excluding beer), but bring your own if you want something specific. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be provided. Bring extra money for raffle tickets! Please park on the street or in the parking garage at KU Med, two blocks due west. Our small parking lot is reserved for those with mobility issues. By participating in this...

Musical guest: Clearly Guilty (https://www.facebook.com/ClearlyGuilty) Community moment: Mark Mendon Featured speakers: Panel Discussion: "Personal, Social and Professional Patriarchy" Community members will share the impact patriarchy has had on their lives. Parallel park in the neighborhood near our building or in the "free on Sundays" KU P2 parking garage two blocks west of our community center. Please reserve the small south parking lot for those who need the ramp to enter the building. By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).