Thursday, Jan. 1- Happy New Year from the staff of The Northeast News!

Saturday, Jan. 3 – Urban Sketchers, The Museum of Kansas City, 3218 Gladstone Blvd., 10 to 11:45 a.m. Artists of all skill sets are invited to come sketch inside and on the grounds of the museum. Bring your own materials, free.

Monday- Jan. 5 – 12 Step Recovery Group, North-East Branch Library, 6000 Wilson Ave., 5 to 6:30 p.m. Join a supportive and inclusive session with MyRecoveryKC for recovery, healing and connection. Free.

Tuesday, Jan. 6 – Teen Juice & Paint, 5:30 to 6:30, North-East Branch Library, 6000 Wilson Avenue. Come learn a new painting technique and enjoy a juicy beverage. For ages 12 to 18, free.