Wednesday, Sept. 3- Community Altar, 3:30 p.m., North-East Branch Library, 6000 Wilson Ave. Make decorations to create an ofrenda (altar) including marigolds, photo frames and sugar skulls. For ages 5 to 18; free.

Friday, Sept. 5- International Taste & Tour, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Get your ticket to drink and dine at seven Northeast restaurants in the International Marketplace. The tour begins at the American Sons of Columbus (2415 Independence Ave.), where travelers will get their passport and board the trolley. Advance tickets available now at www.nekcchamber.com or scan the NEKCCC QR code.

Friday, Sept. 5- Sunday, Sept. 7- Kansas City Reggae Music & Jerk Festival, Berkley Riverfront Park,1298 Riverfront Drive. Live Reggae music on two stages, Caribbean Food Court, Jerk Food Cook-Off, Kids zone and more. Kids under 8 free with adult admission. For tickets and gate times, visit: friendsofreggae.com.

Saturday, Sept. 6- LINC Caring Communities Day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Morning Star Youth and Family Life Center, 2411 E. 27th St. This event brings together community partners to provide voter registration, free gun locks, clothing, hygiene products, internet connection, job opportunities and more. Food, music, games and prizes for the whole family. Sponsored by LINC (Local Investment Commission). For more information visit: www.kclinc.org.

Thursday, Sept. 11- Coffee, Culture and Conversation, 10 to 11 a.m. Northeast Chamber of Commerce, 2657 Independence Blvd. Come meet the artists and view their submissions for this year’s Avenue Mural Project. Selected designs will be announced at 11 a.m. Come enjoy coffee, sweet treats, and conversation; free.

Friday, Sept. 12- Pendleton Heights Pocket Park Party, 6 to 8 p.m., 2119 Lexington Ave. Join PH neighbors for this celebration to mark the completion of this neighborhood park, featuring native plantings and seating areas. Food and drink will be provided by the Pendleton Heights Neighborhood Association; free.

Saturday, Sept. 13- Family Recovery Day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., The Concourse (200 Benton Blvd.) Celebrate recovery from substance abuse with activities for the whole family. Food, live music and resources. Sponsored by KC Recovery Coalition and Healing House KC; free.

Sunday, Sept. 14- Parish Festival, 8 a.m to 3 p.m., Holy Cross Catholic Church, 5106 St. John Ave. Fun activities for the whole family include horseback riding, children’s train, bouncy castle, singers and dancers, games, food and raffles for cash and prizes.

Saturday, Sept. 20- Northeast High School Alumni Association Golf Tournament at Adams Pointe Golf Club, 1601 N.E. R.D. Mize Rd. (Blue Springs, Mo.) Sign up now for this September fundraiser that supports scholarships for current Northeast High students. To register or donate, contact George Wilson at 816-217-1425 or email gwkcmo@gmail.com.