Warm Wishes IN THE NEW YEAR

The North Kansas City Parks and Recreation Board is committed to providing the residents and business community of North Kansas City with the best possible environment for family recreation and leisure time enjoyment.
We are committed to providing a wide variety of leisure facilities and services.
We are committed to promoting organized recreational and social programs for all ages.
We are committed to encouraging public utilization of park facilities. We will cooperate with civic or recreational groups to maximize this commitment.
We are committed to maintaining our park facilities in the best possible condition.
COMMUNICATE
We are committed to keeping the public informed of plans and activities and to respond to users’ suggestions and criticisms.
We are committed to a continuous program of upgrading and expanding programs and facilities as funds permit.
Our picnic facilities, walking trail, tennis courts, ball fields and playgrounds are some of the most popular facilities of their kind in the Northland.
ADDRESS
1201 Clark Ferguson Drive North Kansas City, MO 64116 816.300.0545 www.nkc.org
STAFF
Sunday, January 1 in observation of New Year’s Day Monday, January 2 in observance of New Year’s Day Monday, January 16 in observance of MLK Jr. Day Monday, February 20 in observance of President’s Day
Victoria Ressler, Director
Will Grefrath, Recreation Supervisor
John Alas, Park Supervisor
Coti Meier, Marketing and Special Events Supervisor
Kevin Cole, Park Maintenance Worker
Dino Varela, Ian Cronk, Park Attendants
Esperanza Varela, Parks Custodian
Marcia Hansen, Admin/Senior Program Coordinator
Tim Myers and Maliyah Shelton, Recreation Assistants
Roberta Larsen, President
Liz Ryan, Vice President
David Taylor, Secretary
Valerie Swearingen, Treasurer
Ken Karnes
Bethany Miles
Carol Sivils
Kath Stanley
Katie Stokes
It feels like 2022 just flew by, but I am ecstatic to ring in the New Year with so many wonderful offerings on the horizon.
I am excited to announce we are bringing back youth soccer, bitty basketball, and a new opportunity for Cornhole Leagues. We have many new Passport cooking classes, of which Ms. Heather says she is most excited about Passport to Australia, and a new cooking series for active older adults called, Senior Cooking for One on a Budget.
Snake Saturday is just around the corner, and Parks is hosting the Lads & Lassies contest on Saturday, March 4th, for all the wee ones to show us their best ‘Irish Spirit,’ for a chance to ride in the Snake Saturday parade the following weekend.
We’ve already started planning for some big events coming up in September 2023 and want to give you an opportunity to put them on your calendar now.
The first is the KC Men’s Senior Baseball League will be going after a Guinness World Record right here at Macken Park on Diamond One, August 31-September 4, for the longest baseball game played of 100 consecutive hours. This event will have entertainment for the whole family and a goal of raising $300,000 for a variety of charities.
The second is a new festival we are bringing to Macken Park called ‘Briarfest – Levee Days.’ This event will be a two-day music festival on September 8th & 9th. This free family event will be filled with great music, food, art, entertainment, and fun opportunities.
We are looking forward to serving you and may you all have a safe and spectacular new year. Cheers!
Ages 4-13 | Ms. Heather
In this class, we dive into Modern Art and the creation of self-portraits. We will be learning about modern art, modern art technique and famous artists of the movement. We will talk about facial structure and work on a modern self-portrait. Then, we will create a modern art piece on canvas. Parents will need to email a forward-facing photo of the student for this class. The students will use these as a reference for their selfportraits.
Tuesday, January 17, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register byJanuary 12 Fee: $20
Ages 4-13 | Ms. Heather Come and learn how to make paper pottery and new techniques with clay! We will be designing, sculpting and making pots and creations from paper and clay. We will also be studying about two famous sculptors.
Tuesday, February 14, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by February 8 Fee: $20
Ages 4-13 | Ms. Heather Come and learn how to make a beautiful fairy lantern. We will read a story about fairies and then make our own fairy lanterns.
Tuesday, March 14, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by March 8 Fee: $20
Ages 8-16 | Ms. Heather
In this class, students will learn acrylic painting technique to build on their skills. We will be studying dry brush, washing, stippling, dabbing, pallet knife and more. Students will work on technique for 40 minutes and then create their own painting from what they have learned for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Tuesday, April 25, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by April 19 Fee: $20
All classes are held in the Parks & Recreation Center.
ART & COOKING CAMP
Ages 4-13 | Ms. Heather Spring Break Art and Cooking Camp is here! We will be painting, drawing, creating with clay, mixed media, printmaking, and more! We will also be creating in the kitchen. We will work on our skills in the kitchen and make yummy treats each day.
Monday - Thursday, March 13 - 16, 10:00 am – 2:30 pm Register by March 6 Fee: $150
Art and Story Time for yound artists is taught by Ms. Heather for 2 to 7 year-olds. This class is for our younger students to explore new things in art and hear a fun story. Parents must stay if the child registered is not potty trained.
JANUARY CLASS
Ages 2-7 | Ms. Heather
We will be creating with the paper marbling technique and reading a story. Paper Marbling will be messy, fun and creative! Make sure all young artists where clothes that they can get messy.
Monday, January 30, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Register by January 25 Fee: $10
FEBRUARY CLASS
Ages 2-7 | Ms. Heather
Mixed Media allows young artists to play and create with matierals like markers, crayons, glue, feathers, glitter, magazines, and more. Mixed Media helps young minds pull thoughts together from many styles of art to make one art piece. Make sure all young artists where clothes that they can get messy.
Monday, February 27, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Register by February 22 Fee: $10
MARCH CLASS
Ages 2-7 | Ms. Heather
We will be creating with clay and reading a story. Young artists will be able to make an animal out of clay to go along with an animal story.
Monday, March 27, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Register by March 22 Fee: $10
1201 Clark Ferguson Drive North Kansas City, MO 64116
CONTACT US/REGISTRATION 816-300-0545 | parks_rec@nkc.org www.nkcparksandrec.org/register
PASSPORT
Ages 5-13 | Ms. Heather
Come and learn how to make German food! We will be making Ein Topf (Stew), Spaetzle (pasta - made from scratch), and Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte (Black Forest Cake).
Tuesday, January 31, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by January 25 Fee: $20
Ages 5-13 | Ms. Heather
Come and Explore the world of Australian Cuisine! We will be making Meat Pies, Anzac Biscuits (created by soldiers wives and were sent to the front lines to bring a bit of home to those at war), fairy bread, and Cherry Ripe Slice (cherry and coconut confection).
Wednesday, February 1, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by January 25 Fee: $20
PASSPORT TO THAILAND
Ages 5-13 | Ms. Heather
Come and Explore the world of Thai cooking. We will be making Pad Thai noodles, Thai Spring rolls with dipping sauce, Thai Fried Bananas, and Thai Mango Cake. We will be making all food very mild.
Monday, February 13, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by February 8 Fee: $20
PASSPORT TO VIETNAM
Ages 5-13 | Ms. Heather
Come on a cooking adventure through Vietnamese cuisine. We will be making Bahn Mi Sandwiches, Pho, Spring Rolls, and Mango Sticky Rice. We will also be sampling some red bean and green tea pastries.
Wednesday, March 1, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by February 23 Fee: $20
Ages 5-13 | Ms. Heather Join us for a class on breakfast cooking! We will be making 3 types of eggs, French Toast, Potato Bake, Bacon, and learning to cut fruit. We have two breakfast classes a year and they are so much fun!
Wednesday, March 29, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by March 23 Fee: $20
Ages 5-13 | Ms. Heather
Come and learn how to bake a cake, make Italian buttercream icing, make kitchen sink cookies, and puff pastry with filling. This is a great class for young chefs to work on teams and increase their skills.
Wednesday, April 12, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Register by April 7 Fee: $20
Ages 5-13 | Ms. Heather
Come and learn how to make pizza from scratch, gnocchi, homemade alfredo sauce and more!
Monday, April 24, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by April 24 Fee: $20
PASSPORT TO ARGENTINA
Ages 14+ | Ms. Heather
Come and learn how to make Argentinian food! We will make Carbonada Criolla (Argentinian Beef Stew cooked in a pumpkin), Chipa (Cheese Bread Balls), Argentinian Style Chimichurri Sauce, Argentinian Empanadas with vegetable filling, and Argentina Hot Chocolate.
Tuesday, January 3, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by December 30 Fee: $25
Ages 14+ | Ms. Heather
Come and learn how to make German food! We will be making Ein Topf (Stew), Spaetzle (pasta - made from scratch), and Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte (Black Forest Cake).
Wednesday, January 18, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by January 13 Fee: $25
PASSPORT
Ages 14+ | Ms. Heather Come and Explore the world of Australian Cuisine! We will be making Meat Pies, Anzac Biscuits (created by soldiers wives and were sent to the front lines to bring a bit of home to those at war), fairy bread, and Cherry Ripe Slice (cherry and coconut confection).
Wednesday, February 15, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by February 10 Fee: $25
Ages 14+ | Ms. Heather Come and Explore the world of Thai cooking. We will be making Thai peanut sauce noodles, Thai Spring rolls with dipping sauce,Thai crab rangoon bites, Pad Thai, Thai Fried Bananas, and Thai Mango Cake. We will be making all food with very mild spice, those who love it hotter can add more spice to their plates.
Tuesday, February 28, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by February 24 Fee: $25
All classes are held in the Parks & Recreation Center.
Ages 14+ | Ms. Heather
Come on a cooking adventure through Vietnamese cuisine. We will be making Bahn Mi Sandwiches, Pho, Mango salad, Spring Rolls and Peanut Sticky Rice. We will also be sampling some red bean and green tea pastries.
Wednesday, March 15, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by March 10 Fee: $25
Ages 14+ | Ms. Heather
Join us for a class on Salads and Dressings. We will be making Rosolli salad from Finland, Cucumber salad from Japan, Orange Blossom & Carrot Salad from Morocco, Solterito de quinoa salad from Peru, Giardiniera salad from Italy and Snezhanka salad from Bulgaria. For Dressings, we will be making a peach vinaigrette, peanut dressing, Greek yogurt herb dressing, Dill dressing, and Carrot Ginger dressing. Bring your tupperware dishes because you will get to take home dressings that you make! Everything will be non-alcoholic.
Tuesday, March 28, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by March 24 Fee: $25
THE WORLD
Ages 14+ | Ms. Heather
Come and learn how to make your own Teas and Drinks in this fun class. We will be learning how to make Masala Chai, Ginger Tea, Lavender Iced Tea, Rose Lemonade, Teh Tarik from Singapore, Anti-inflammation Tea, Feel Better Tea, Watermelon Agua Fresca, Red Velvet Cheesecake Milkshake, Dole Whip Lemonade and Fresh Juices. Please bring travel cups to take home some of what you enjoy!
Monday, April 10, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by April 7 Fee: $25
Ages 14+ | Ms. Heather
Come and learn how to make cuisine from Costa Rica! We will be making Casado, Black Bean Soup, Gallo Pinto, Chimichurri, Picadillo de papa and Tres Leches Cake.
Wednesday, April 26, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Register by April 21 Fee: $25
ADDRESS
1201 Clark Ferguson Drive North Kansas City, MO 64116
CONTACT US/REGISTRATION 816-300-0545 | parks_rec@nkc.org www.nkcparksandrec.org/register
Are you ready for some Football? We’re having a Super Bowl XLIX Party. Bring a dish to share and we will provide the drinks. We will have a few activities going on throughout the game with prizes. Missing out on this would be a personal foul. Look forward to seeing you there!
February 12 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Register by February 6
Fee: $3
This is a day that we like to make our seniors feel special, so come join us for a delicious lunch, great entertainment, good company, and door prizes! There is limited space, so sign up early. Registration starts on February 10.
March 24 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Register by March 17 or until full Fee: $7
We have a magical evening planned for our seniors! Grab a friend, put on your dancing shoes, and come to dance like no one is watching, there will great music, refreshments and memories that will last a lifetime! Look forward to seeing you there!
April 21 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Register by April 10
Fee: $5
We want to make all our senior ladies feel special, so come join us for a delicious brunch of quiche, sweet potato hash with creamy Avocado sauce, dipped strawberries, and mini cinnamon roll. You will get to enjoy live entertainment featuring Patsy Cline. There will be fun activities as time allows and door prizes! Space is limited and will fill up fast.
May 15 11:00 am
Register by May 8 Fee: $5
Ages 55+ | Presentation by Michelle Lane
Sleep directly affects our relationships, life expectancy, libido, weight gain, cardiovascular health, and more. Learn the science behind the value of sleep and how to leverage this superpower! Lunch will be provided.
Thursday, January 5 at 1:00 pm Register by December 29 Fee: $5
Ages 55+ | Marcia
Sign up early so you don’t miss out on this fun workout! Fitness drumming takes a simple movement - drumming - and turns it into a full-body workout that will leave you smiling, sweating, and feeling great. You don’t need to be a drummer to do it, and even more amazingly, you don’t even need drums! This is a 6-week session.
Mondays, January 9 - March 20
10:00 am - 11:00 am (No class Jan 16, Feb 20)
Register by December 30 Fee: $30
CHAIR YOGA
Ages 55+ | Amy Vance
A gentle yoga class adapting poses using the chair. In this class explore breathwork, mindfulness, and gentle stretches to leave you calm and relaxed.
Tuesdays & Fridays, Jaunary 31 - March 7, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Register by January 24 Fee: $30
WALK WITH EASE (SPONSORED BY MARC & CCSS)
Ages 55+ | Amy Vance
An evidence based 6-week walking program. Build confidence as you become more physically active, education on walking, and a free walking guidebook. Gain friends and become healthier this winter.
Tuesdays & Fridays, Jaunary 31 - March 10, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Register by January 24 Fee: Free
Ages 55+ | Ms. Heather
Come and learn how to cook a delicious meal that is budget friendly, low in sodium and sugar, and yours to devour at the end of class. Students may sit or stand during class.
Rotisserie Chicken
Friday, January 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Italian Food Friday, February 24, 10:00am -11:30am
Easter Dinner Friday, March 31, 10:00am – 11:30am
Breakfast of Champions Friday, April 28, 10:00am – 11:30am
Register by the Monday before the class.
Fee: $15 per class
Ages 3-5 | NKC Parks and Recreation Center
Bitty Basketball is a four-week instructional program that introduces the sport of basketball to children ages 3-5. Participants will learn the basics of basketball such as dribbling, passing, and shooting (on age-appropriate goals). Skill development and modified activities will take place each week. The last week of the program will be designated as a scrimmage. Class sizes will remain small to keep kids involved.
Mondays, January 23 – February 13, 5:30 pm –6:15 pm Tuesdays, January 24– February 21, 5:30 pm –6:15 pm (No class on February 14)
Registration: December 19 – January 16
Fee: $50 (includes t-shirt and award)
Ages 3-5 | Macken Park
This program is a five-week instructional program that introduces the sport of soccer to children age 3-5 (must be 3 by March 1). Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of soccer through drills, games, and activities. The last week of the program will be designated as a scrimmage.
Saturdays, March 18 – April 22 (No class on April 8)
Sessions: 9:00 am – 9:45 am or 10:00 am – 10:45 am Registration: January 23 - March 6 (Late Fee starts Feb 20)
Fee: $50 (includes t-shirt and award)
North Kansas City Parks and Recreation youth soccer leagues are non-competitive. The league will emphasize skill development, learning the rules of soccer, playing as a team, sportsmanship on and off the field, and most importantly having fun! Separate age and gender divisions (if possible).
Sign up occurs individually, but teammate requests will be granted when possible. Please indicate the teammate
request in the registration. If you are new to NKC sports programs, you will be placed on a team by the NKC Parks and Recreation Staff. The recreation programs are dependent upon volunteer coaches. If you would like to help the program by becoming a coach, please contact Will Grefrath at 816-300-0546 or wgrefrath@nkc.org.
6U SOCCER
Age 6 by March 1, 2023 | Macken Park
6U Soccer is the next step in introducing the game of soccer to kids at a young age. This will include learning the basic skills, introducing the rules and concepts of the game, and having fun! All practices will be held one night a week and six total games will be scheduled on Saturdays.
Season begins the week of March 18
Registration: January 23 - March 6 (Late Fee starts Feb 20, $10 late fee)
Fee: $70 (includes t-shirt and award)
8U SOCCER
Ages 7-8 (Age 7 by March 1, 2023) | Macken Park Players will continue to develop their skills of the game. This age division will focus on improving both technical and tactical soccer skills, as well as knowledge of the game. All practices will be held one night a week and six total games will be scheduled on Saturdays.
Season begins the week of March 18
Registration: January 23 - March 6 (Late Fee starts February 20, $10 late fee)
Fee: $80 (includes t-shirt and award)
North Kansas City Parks and Recreation youth baseball and softball programs are non-competitive leagues. These programs will emphasize skill development, learning the rules of baseball, playing as a team, and having fun!
Sign up occurs individually, but teammate request will be granted when possible. Please indicate the teammate request in the registration. If you are new to NKC sports programs, you will be placed on a team by the NKC Parks and Recreation Staff. The recreation programs are dependent upon volunteer coaches. If you would like to help the program by becoming a coach, please contact Will Grefrath at 816-300-0546 or wgrefrath@nkc.org.
Ages 4-6 (Age 4 by May 1, 2023) | Macken Park
T-ball is the foundation of every future baseball or softball player’s career. Teams focus on understanding the basics of the game, having fun, and making new friends. Our goal is for each child to learn the basic mechanics of batting, throwing, and catching to encourage their passion for baseball or softball.
Season begins the week of May 22
Registration: February 15 - March 29 (Late Fee starts March 15, $10 late fee)
Fee: $70 (includes t-shirt and award)
Ages 7-9 (Age7 by May 1, 2023) | Macken Park
Coach pitch is our next division for baseball and softball. Players will learn to hit the ball as it is being pitched from a coach and cooperate as a team to earn runs and outs. The primary goal is to prepare your child for the next level of play.
Season begins the week of May 22
Registration: February 15 - March 29 (Late Fee starts March 15, $10 late fee)
Baseball Fee: $80 (includes t-shirt and award) Girls Softball Fee: $80 (includes t-shirt and award)
Ages 10-12 (Age 10 by May 1, 2023) | Macken Park Kid Pitch is the final step in our recreation program. This program will prepare the players for a more competitive style of play. Players are introduced to pitching from other players and learn to incorporate their batting, throwing, and fielding skills. Your child will completely understand the essence of baseball and softball after completing the season.
Season begins the week of May 22
Registration: February 15 - March 29 (Late Fee starts March 15, $10 late fee)
Baseball Fee: $95 (includes t-shirt and award) Girls Softball Fee: $95 (includes t-shirt and award)
This is an entry Level softball league. This league is focused on friendly competition, building camaraderie, and having fun. Co-ed games are on Sunday evenings and men’s games are Thursday evenings. All games are played at Macken Park. Each team will play eight doubleheader regular season games with an end of season tournament.
Teams must pay a $50 non-refundable deposit to hold their spot. All fees must be paid in full by March 17.
CO-ED DIVISION
Season begins March 19, Sundays at 5:00 pm
Registration: February 1 - March 4 Captains’ Meeting on March 16 at 5:30 pm Fee: $410 per team
Season begins March 23, Thursdays at 6:00 pm
Registration: February 1 - March 4 Captains’ Meeting on March 16 at 6:00 pm Fee: $410 per team
Ages 16+ | NKC Parks and Recreation Center
North Kansas City is excited to offer cornhole leagues for the first time starting this winter. Cornhole is one of the fastest-growing adult sports. This league will focus on friendly competition, building camaraderie, and having fun. Grab a teammate and join in on the fun. Games will be 2 vs 2 with each team playing two matches per night. This program runs for six weeks: five weeks of games with a single elimination tournament the sixth week.
Wednesdays, January 25 – March 1, 6:00 pm
Registration: December 19 – January 16 Fee: $50 per team
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Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact Coti at 816-300-0545, dmeier@nkc.org, or visit us at the Parks and Recreation Center, located at 1201 Clark Ferguson Drive for more information.
2000 Iron Street (21st Avenue between Howell and Iron Streets)
This 5-acre park features interactive water play and an ocean theme without standing water, plus a rope play system for all ages.
• Two playgrounds, including designated areas for ages 2-5 and 5-12
• Two spraygrounds, including the Woods Fountain area for children up to 2 years old
• Public restroom building and one family changing restroom
• Park shelter available for rent.
• Two picnic shelters are first come first serve. Each has an 8-foot table and a trash receptacle. No portable grills are allowed at any of the shelters.
1002 Clark Ferguson Drive (Northeast corner of Clark Ferguson Drive and Howell Street)
This 60-acre park is utilized for sports leagues, walking, picnicking and more.
• Four large park shelters available for reservation
• Festival Shelter – reserved for large gatherings
• Three baseball/softball fields
• Two soccer fields
• Six tennis courts
• Three public restroom buildings
• Four racquetball courts
• One-mile asphalt walking trail
• Two playgrounds
• Park Service Complex
23rd Avenue between Iron and Howell Streets
The park commemorates the history of wars fought involving American citizens. A replica of the Statue of Liberty is located in Memorial Park.
432 E 32nd Avenue (32nd and Swift Avenues)
This 4.7 acre off-leash dog park is a partnership between the City of North Kansas City and the City of Kansas City, Missouri. There are separate areas for large and small dogs, and each area features a paved walking trail and multiple obstacles.
Southwest corner of Clark Ferguson Drive and Ozark Street
Just south of Macken Park, Wheel Park offers a paved, half-mile roller-blading and bike trail.
• 60+ Days: Will be refunded the full amount.
• 30-59 Days: Will be refunded the rental fee but forfeit the refundable deposit.
• 0-29 Days: Will be refunded the refundable deposit, but the rental fee will NOT be refunded, however, it will be placed on the account for future use as a courtesy
Ryan Hall
• 1600 sq. feet
• Patio access
• A/V option available
• 15’ x 15’ dance floor option available
Wedding/Banquet layout: Up to 100 people
Classroom/keynote layout: Up to 72 people
East Ryan Hall (800 sq. feet)
• 800 sq. feet
• Patio access
• A/V not available
Wedding/Banquet layout: 42 people
Classroom/keynote layout: Up to 30 people
West Ryan Hall (800 sq. feet)
• 800 sq. feet
• No patio access
• A/V option available
Wedding/Banquet layout: 42 people
Classroom/keynote layout: Up to 30 people
Cottonwood
Meeting Room
• No patio access
• Carpet flooring
• A/V option available
Up to 18 people
Microphone not available
Maple Game Room
• No patio access
• Tile flooring
Up to 16 people
These options may be added to certain rental agreements. Contact us for more information.
Includes screen, projector, hook up, handheld microphone, or lapel microphone
Pricing: $40
Catering Kitchen
Includes refrigerator, freezer, ice machine, stove, microwave and warming oven
Pricing
Resident: $45 flat fee Non-Resident: $55 flat fee
Lobby
Cocktail party setup: Up to 60 people
Seated ceremony setup: Up to 80 people
Pricing
Resident: $50/hour Non-Resident: $60/hour
1201 Clark Ferguson Drive North Kansas City, MO 64116 816.300.0545 www.nkc.org