Wednesday, Feb. 2

Community crime meetings

Community members are continuing to meet every Wednesday at noon at the North-East Public Library, 6000 Wilson Rd. The group brings neighborhood safety concerns together and forwards them to the police department. All are welcome.

Teen Hip Hop Academy

Every Wednesday beginning at 4:40 p.m., Jeremy and his crew from Hip Hop Academy host this free event at the North-East Public Library, teaching creativity to youth through the positive elements of Hip Hop culture. Teens will learn dance and DJing. For more information, contact Shirl at the library (816) 701-3485. North-East Public Library is located at 6000 Wilson Rd.

Saturday, Feb. 5

Museum Kids Saturday Workshop

Kansas City Museum will host Museum Kids Saturday Workshop from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children ages seven to 12 will learn about hats and their many uses, from military helmets and headgear to Sunday best hats in this hands-on workshop with educator Beth Harris. Cost is $10 or $8 for members.

Sunday, Feb. 6

First Sunday Family Fun Day

Bring the whole family to First Sunday Family Fun Day from noon to 4 p.m. at the Kansas City Museum. Explore one of the most dynamic ages in U.S. and world history, the Gilded Age. Build your own bridge inspired by the Brooklyn Bridge, create your own work of art inspired by the age, and much more. Family Fun Day is free to the public.

Upcoming

Valentine Art Attack Workshop

Impress your sweethearts this Valentine’s Day with handmade gifts! Kids will have fun designing their own unique Valentine’s Day cards and gifts fro friends and family. The workshop will be held Saturday, Feb. 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Mattie Rhodes Art Gallery, 919 W. 17th St., and is open to ages five through 12. Cost is $30. Please RSVP by calling (816) 221-2349.

Sacred Heart

Express your creativity and love this holiday by making handmade metal Valentine’s inspired by El Corazon Sagrado’s “The Sacred Heart.” The workshop will be held Saturday, Feb. 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Mattie Rhodes Art Gallery, 919 W. 17th St., and is open to all ages. Cost is $30. Please RSVP by calling (816) 221-2349.