BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/kansas-city-mo/literary.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - kansas-city-mo (literary) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mother Nature Reads DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T122229Z UID:10000498-1788602400-1788606000@kcparks.org CATEGORIES:arts,family,literary DESCRIPTION:Bring your children for a fun morning to hear Mother Nature re ad stories. Make a craft and take it home. You may also get a chance to me et one of our education animals. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122229Z LOCATION:Lakeside Nature Center\, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO \, 64132 URL:https://kcparks.org/event/mother-nature-reads-2/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Kansas City Parks & Recreation X-SOURCE-URL:https://kcparks.org/places/kansas-city-north-community-center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Delving Into Dunbar: A Restorative Poetics Workshop DTSTART:20260912T180000Z DTEND:20260912T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T181908Z UID:483@museumofkansascity.org CATEGORIES:education,literary,wellness DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12\nDelving Into Dunbar: A Restorative Po etics Workshop\n1:00 to 3:00 p.m.\nTickets Required: Pay What You Like*\nC lick here to purchase\n\nDiscover the life\, legacy\, and enduring words o f acclaimed poet Paul Laurence Dunbar in this interactive Restorative Poet ics workshop. Participants will read and reflect on selected Dunbar poems\ , learn about the experiences that shaped his work\, and respond to creati ve writing prompts inspired by themes of identity\, resilience\, belonging \, and the power of voice. No previous writing experience is necessary\, j ust curiosity and a willingness to explore.\n\nPresented in conjunction wi th Dunbar: Kansas City’s First Black Suburb\, currently on view at The M useum of Kansas City\, the workshop also invites participants to consider the connection between Dunbar’s literary legacy and the Kansas City neig hborhood that carries his name.\n\n*Pay What You Like means that a fee is required to attend this program\, but the amount you pay is at your discre tion. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T181908Z URL:https://museumofkansascity.org/events/delving-into-dunbar-a-restorativ e-poetics-workshop/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Exhibits X-SOURCE-URL:https://museumofkansascity.org/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BookTalk: The Death of Religion? DTSTART:20260915T180000Z DTEND:20260915T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T062656Z UID:10001628-1789477200-1789480800@www.mbts.edu CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:We are excited to welcome Thomas Kidd and Byron Johnson to the Sword & Trowel bookstore for a thought-provoking discussion of their new book\, The Death of Religion?: Nones\, Others\, and the Flourishing of Fai th at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Drawing on their findings w ith the Global Flourishing Study\, the authors will discuss religious decl ine\, the vitality of faith\, and religion’s continuing contribution to human flourishing \nRegister Online LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T062656Z LOCATION:Sword & Trowel Bookstore\, 5050 Midwestern Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64118\, United States URL:https://www.mbts.edu/event/booktalk-the-death-of-religion/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mbts.edu/events/category/academic-calendar/month END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Book Beats: Southmoreland Park DTSTART:20260916T223000Z DTEND:20260917T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T122229Z UID:10001617-1789579800-1789587000@kcparks.org CATEGORIES:literary,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Book Beats returns! Step away from the rush and settle into a serene evening under the trees. Bring your favorite book\, find a cozy spo t\, and let yourself unwind while a curated Lo-Fi playlist drifts through the park. No agenda\, no pressure—just time to read\, relax\, and enjoy soft socializing with others who love a good story! Whether you’re finis hing a novel\, diving into something new\, or simply soaking in the atmosp here\, this is your space to slow down and savor the moment.\n*What to Bri ng: Book\, blanket or lawn chair.\n*FREE coffee or mocktail: First 50 att endees\n*Presented by: Kissick Construction LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122229Z LOCATION:Southmoreland Park\, 4600 Oak St\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64111\, Uni ted States URL:https://kcparks.org/event/book-beats-sept/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Kansas City Parks & Recreation X-SOURCE-URL:https://kcparks.org/places/kansas-city-north-community-center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Boozy Book Fest 2026 DTSTART:20261003T210000Z DTEND:20261004T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180716Z UID:11837-1791043200-1791061200@kcconvention.com CATEGORIES:festival,literary DESCRIPTION:Kansas City’s most anticipated literary event returns this f all as Boozy Book Fest brings together thousands of readers\, acclaimed au thors\, and immersive experiences for one unforgettable day. \nWith 7\,000 + attendees\, national headliners\, and a vibrant vendor marketplace\, Boo zy Book Fest delivers a fresh\, high-energy take on the traditional book c onvention—designed for readers who truly love the stories. \nEvent Overv iew\nSet inside Bartle Hall at the Kansas City Convention Center\, Boozy B ook Fest offers a dynamic\, walkable experience featuring author panels\, live conversations\, curated vendors\, and dedicated spaces for meet-and-g reets and signings. From casual readers to literary enthusiasts\, attendee s can explore\, connect\, and celebrate books in an engaging\, social atmo sphere. \nWhat to Expect\n\nExpansive Vendor Hall: Browse a wide selection of books\, merchandise\, and literary-inspired goods\nAuthor Panels & Con versations: Multiple stages featuring engaging discussions\, panels\, and fireside chats\nBook Signings: Meet your favorite authors and get books si gned in dedicated areas\nCurated Experience: Thoughtfully designed layout with clear wayfinding for easy navigation\nBeverage Options: Enjoy cocktai ls and refreshments throughout the event\n\nPlan Your Experience\nA full e vent map\, programming schedule\, and day-of details will be released in a dvance\, allowing attendees to plan their experience and make the most of the day. \nA New Chapter for Kansas City Events\nBoozy Book Fest is more t han a convention—it’s a celebration of storytelling\, community\, and culture. Whether you’re there for the panels\, the signings\, or the atm osphere\, this is one literary event you won’t want to miss. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180716Z LOCATION:Bartle Exhibit Hall (A – E) URL:https://kcconvention.com/event/boozy-book-fest-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Kansas City Convention Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://kcconvention.com/venue/music-hall END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Remembering Lee's Summit DTSTART:20261008T233000Z DTEND:20261009T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260814T060636Z UID:10000765-1791484200-1791487800@downtownls.org CATEGORIES:community,literary DESCRIPTION:The Lee’s Summit History Museum invites you to an evening wh ere you will be lost in a world of stories and memories about Lee’s Summ it. \nCome listen to stories from a group of Lee’s Summit’s finest. Pr eselected individuals with a lifetime of stories about our city will remin isce and share (in an informal\, intimate setting) their memories of Lee ’s Summit. \nEnjoy Remembering Lee’s Summit on the 2nd Thursday of ev ery other even month from 6:30-7:30 at Bridge Space in Historic downtown L ee’s Summit. \nWe’ll pop the popcorn\, and you can bring the drink(s) … BYOB. \nThe event is free with donations accepted. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T060636Z LOCATION:Bridge Space Lee’s Summit\, 210 SW Market Street\, Lee's Summit \, MO\, 64063\, United States URL:https://downtownls.org/event/remembering-lees-summit/2026-10-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Lee's Summit X-SOURCE-URL:https://downtownls.org/market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DFSCON 2026 DTSTART:20261107T140000Z DTEND:20261108T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180716Z UID:12538-1794038400-1794153600@kcconvention.com CATEGORIES:festival,literary,market DESCRIPTION:Book lovers\, authors and imaginative storytellers are invited to DFSCON 2026\, presented by Dark Flame Society at the Kansas City Conve ntion Center on November 7–8\, 2026. This immersive literary convention brings together more than 100 authors and vendors for a weekend celebratin g books\, creativity and community. \nAttendees can explore the book marke t\, meet authors and independent creators\, shop from participating vendor s\, and enjoy engaging panel discussions and interactive experiences\, inc luding Dungeons & Dragons sessions. Whether you are an avid reader\, an as piring writer or simply searching for your next great story\, DFSCON offer s an inviting space to connect with fellow literature enthusiasts and expe rience the magic of storytelling. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180716Z URL:https://kcconvention.com/event/dfscon-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Kansas City Convention Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://kcconvention.com/venue/music-hall END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Red Fern Bookstore DTSTART:20261204T060000Z DTEND:20261205T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T122053Z UID:jrn10479cltgi1n9o5e5rhu8oo@google.com CATEGORIES:literary LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T122053Z X-SOURCE-NAME:FOR WEBSITE X-SOURCE-URL:https://kclive411.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR