Memorial Day Celebration

Visit Union Station for the annual free outdoor concert followed by live cannons and one of the biggest fireworks displays in Kansas City.

Date: Sunday, May 24, 2009
Location: Union Station
Concert Time: 7:30PM to 9:15PM
Tickets: FREE to the public
Parking: Parking is available in the West Yards garage at Union Station, and at various area surface lots including Hallmark and Blue Cross & Blue Shield. Parking for a nominal charge is available in the Two Pershing Square garage.
Conductor: Michael Stern
Program: 90-minute patriotic concert, followed by fireworks at 9:15PM

Visit http://www.celebrationatthestation.com/ for more details.

Carpet Stains

Spills Happen BUT stains don't have to. Blot the spot, don't rub or scrub with a clean cloth! Scrubbing can damage the fiber and set the stain. Mix 1/4 teaspoon dishwashing liquid to one cup warm water. Apply and let set for five minutes. Rinse with clear water and blot stain. Repeat if necessary. When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore texture. This not only saves your carpet, but it saves you from purchasing expensive cleaners! This tip compliments of Carpet Direct.

SPACES

Koehler Bortnick Team listing as seen in SPACES magazine:

Day Trip: Weston, Missouri

David and Ginah, owners of Riverwood Winery are the smiling faces baking brownies and pouring wine at Riverwood Winery in Rushville, Missouri. It's well worth the drive. Take a day trip and enjoy a glass of Urbane Red made from Norton grapes or a not so funny but oh so delicious Dry Whitty White. Tastings are complimentary and so are the smiles. Wines are reasonably priced and the breathtaking views and live performances are free.
Live Music with Jeff Lux

Saturday, May 23rd
12:00 noon - 4:00 pm
Live Music with Dan Bliss

Saturday, May 30th
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

For more to do in Weston, visit http://www.westonmo.com/visit/main.html.

Blog compliments of Coordinately Yours

Kansas City Barbeque

Arthur Bryant's Barbecue
Cuisine: Barbecue Location: East Price: $$ Moderate
Arthur Bryant's Barbecue has been rated 4 out of 5 stars
Arthur Bryant, the legendary King of Ribs, is the most renowned barbequer in history. He created a sauce that has attracted the likes of former Presidents Harry Truman and Jimmy Carter to his restaurant.

B.B.'s Lawn Side Bar-B-Q
Cuisine: Barbecue Location: Southeast Price: $$ Moderate
B.B.'s Lawn Side Bar-B-Q has been rated 5 out of 5 stars
Where barbecue meets the blues! Live blues Wed.–Sun. nights. Slow-smoked barbecue and Louisiana favorites. Appetizers, soups and sandwiches, sliced thin, piled high.

Filling Station Bar-B-Que Restaurant, The
Cuisine: Barbecue Location: Southeast Price: $ Economy
A little bit of nostalgia and a lot of great barbecue. Family atmosphere, kid’s menu, smoked meats, ribs, chicken, sandwiches, beans, desserts, complete dinners, to-go orders and catering.

Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue - Plaza
Cuisine: Barbecue Location: Country Club Plaza Area Price: $$ Moderate
Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue - Plaza is a Visitor's Choice
Rated #1 barbecue in the country by Zagat's. Fresh seafood, certified Angus steaks. Experience the highest service standards and a breathtakingly beautiful venue on the historic Country Club Plaza.

Gates Bar-B-Q - Downtown
Cuisine: Barbecue Location: Downtown/Conv Center Area Price: $$ Moderate
Gates Bar-B-Q - Downtown has been rated 3 out of 5 stars
Gates Bar-B-Q - Downtown is a Visitor's Choice
Family-owned KC barbecue tradition, cafeteria style. Full bar. Major credit cards. Semi-private dining for 30 people.

Oklahoma Joe's
Cuisine: Barbecue Location: Westwood Price $$ Moderate
Barbeque in a gas station worth waiting for. Oklahoma Joe's has a local and national reputation for outstanding bbq.

Smokehouse Bar-B-Que - East
Cuisine: Barbecue Location: East Price: $$ Moderate
Enjoy delicious authentic hickory-pit barbecue in a casual atmosphere. Full bar. Full catering.

The BBQ Shack, LLC
Cuisine: Barbecue Location: Southwest Price: $$ Moderate
When it comes to BBQ, we go Whole Hog! Dine-in BBQ, BBQ catering, roasted pigs, custom smoked meats, and superior service! Stop by The BBQ SHACK to try our mouth-watering BBQ.

Wabash BBQ
Cuisine: Barbecue Location: Regional Price: $$ Moderate
Housed in a former train depot. Live Blues every other Saturday night in the summer. Award-winning Ribs & Chicken. Call ahead for carry-out. Catering available. Located in the Historic Excelsior Springs.

Winslow's Famous Slow's KC- BBQ
Cuisine: Barbecue Location: Downtown/Conv Center Area Price: $$ Moderate
Winslow's BBQ celebrated 35 years in Kansas City with a Mayoral Proclamation making May 22-29th Slow's KC-Style BBQ Week. Slow's serves a mouth-watering blend of slow-cooked meats and homestyle side dishes.

Vanderslice Kitchen and Homes

16900 Stonehaven Drive, Loch Lloyd

The 44th Annual Vanderslice Kitchens and Homes Tour, a benefit for the Kansas City Art Institute, will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2009, from 10:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. This year’s tour, “Resort Style Living At Its Finest” will feature five homes in the gated community at the Village of Loch Lloyd, located at 168th & Holmes Road. Included in the tour will be the original home that Mr. Lloyd built for his family when he began the development. In addition, the Vanderslice Boutique will be presented in the model home at Loch Lloyd, which is completely furnished and is an “Energy Star” rated home -- utilizing many Green Building practices.
A luncheon will also be available at the country club the day of the tour for those who would like to attend. Luncheon reservations must be made by April 24th. Reservations can be made at advancement@kcai.edu, by leaving a message at 816-802-3339, or by sending a reservation and check to the mailing address below. The social will begin at 11:30. Lunch will be served at noon. There will be a cash bar available. Visit 16900 Stonehaven, listed by The Koehler Bortnick Team!

Tickets
Advanced Day tickets: $12
Tour day tickets: $15
Luncheon: $23
One ticket to the tour plus one ticket to the luncheon: $35

Tickets are available at most area Hen House Markets.


For more information, visit KCAI

Clutter Free Kitchen

Organizing the Kitchen Checklist:
An organized kitchen allows you to cook more efficiently, clean up quickly―and find everything you need instantly.
Take inventory. Pull all items out of the cupboards and place on a large table. Put things into groups, creating a loose hierarchy based on how often you use the pieces.
Donate or toss. Evaluate each item. If you have three frying pans of the same size, donate one, along with anything you haven’t used in a couple of years. Discard anything that’s broken and can’t be repaired or is missing parts, like a pot without a handle.
Create zones. When putting back items, place those used for cooking and food preparation in cabinets near the stove and work surfaces; those for eating should be closer to the sink, refrigerator, and dishwasher.
Create a hot zone. Designate a place around the stove and the sink for the essentials: oil, vinegar, knives, and cutting board.
Place items within reach. If you cook frequently, keep ingredients where you will be using them: the basket of potatoes near the cutting board; sugar and flour near the stand mixer.

From realsimple.com