Fridays – St. Anthony’s Catholic Church is offering a Lenten fish plate every Friday through March at the St. Joseph’s Hall, 3208 Lexington Ave. from 5 to 7 p.m. Proceeds will go to this year’s confirmation class. Choices are a fish filet sandwich or three, fish tacos for $10. Meal includes chips and a drink. For information, contact St. Anthony’s Parish at 816-231-5445.

Fridays – Holy Cross Catholic Church, Lenten Fish Fry, 5106 St. John Ave., hosted by Knights of Columbus Chapter 15287 from 5 – 7 p.m. Fish filet dinner, with fries and slaw, $12. Whole fried Tilapia with fries and slaw, $14. Drinks and dessert extra.

WEDNESDAY, March 8 – International Women’s Day.

Thursday, March 9 – Coffee, Culture & Conversation from 10 am to 11 am. Hosted by the Northeast Chamber of Commerce, this month’s business spotlight will be held at LIT Smoke Shop and Cricket Wireless at 2706 Independence Blvd. Enjoy coffee and treats while mingling with other business owners and community members. All welcome, free.

Thursday, March 9 – Northeast Kansas City Historical Society, (NEKCHS) Lecture Series, PH Coffee, 2200 Lexington Avenue from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free admission, limited seating. Visit www.NEKCHS.org for more information on speakers and topics.