Missouri

When I tell people about why Kansas City is such a great place to live, museums are one of the things I mention. Even after living here for 20 years, I am still discovering places I hadn’t been to before. So many of Kansas City’s museums have rotating exhibits, so it’s hard to see it …

If you haven’t been to Science City in Kansas City — and you have kids — you’re missing out. It’s part science center, part children’s museum, and part playground. And I have a way to get in free (keep reading to find those discounts). I hope you find all the answers to your questions about …

There’s nothing I like more during the holidays than to see holiday light displays. It makes me think back to my childhood, riding around in the car with my family “oohing” and “ahhing” at every house. Kansas City has some really spectacular lighting installations including one that has been on “Top Light Displays in the …

Despite the sheer number of them, there’s something very unique about coffee shops. They all have a different crowd of regulars and a range of vibes from laid back to “am-I-cool-enough-to-be-here?” but they share a similar aroma and purpose–to bring people together. Many of us think of a fancy cup of coffee “a treat” and …

Growing up in Maine, we had no shortage of small towns to visit. I loved driving through the main streets of these towns, stopping for a slice of pie, and wandering through historic sites. When I moved to Missouri 20 years ago, I had a whole new list of small towns to explore. My in-laws …

While some may argue that the hamburger reigns supreme as America’s food – I’d like to put in my vote for pizza. I know it has Italian roots but hear me out. What is the food you can literally get everywhere? When it’s Friday night, what are we ordering? Okay, to be accurate, pizza has …