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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2027-04-08/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2027-03-11/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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SUMMARY:Boots & Pearls
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for making Boots & Pearls a huge success\n\n\n\nWe’d like to thank our sponsors\, donors\, volunteers\, and staff for another wonderful Boots & Pearls. Special thanks\, too\, for our friends at J. Rieger & Co.\, for the incredible venue\, the hard work\, and the incredible food and drinks. \n\n\n\nThis year’s version of Boots & Pearls grossed $320\,000 with a record setting $72\,000 of in-event fundraising. And all of that will help support comprehensive rehabilitation for people who are blind or visually impaired.  \n\n\n\nThe only thing left to say other than THANK YOU is we’ll see you next February (date TBD). A link to photos from the event can be found below. Enjoy.  \n\n\n\n2026 Event PhotosFull photo album \n\n\n\n2025 Event PhotosEvent photos – Round 1Event photos – Round 2 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 Boots & Pearls Supporting Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Your Support Matters\n\n\n\nAlphapointe is the national non-profit organization dedicated to empowering people with vision loss to achieve their goals and aspirations. We are simultaneously one of the nation’s largest employers of people who are blind as well as one of our country’s largest providers of comprehensive rehabilitation services for people with vision loss. Every year\, we provide these critical services to thousands of people of all ages. All proceeds go to rehabilitation and clinical services for working age adults and seniors in our community who are blind and visually impaired.  \n\n\n\nWe thank you for your support – it means the world to us and to the people we serve.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/boots-pearls/
LOCATION:J. Rieger & C0\, 2700 Guinotte Avenue\, Kansas City\, 64120
CATEGORIES:Fundraisers
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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2027-02-11/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2027-01-14/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2026-12-10/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2026-11-12/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000
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SUMMARY:Beep Kickball
DESCRIPTION:Alphapointe’s Beep Kickball program gives children and teens who are blind or visually impaired the chance to experience the excitement of one of our favorite games in an adaptive format. Using an audible ball and sound-emitting bases\, participants build confidence\, teamwork\, and athletic skills while having fun\, staying active\, and creating lasting friendships.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/beep-kickball-2/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Alphapointe Life Skills Campus\, 7501 Prospect\, Kansas City\,\, Missouri\, 64132
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SUMMARY:Beep Kickball
DESCRIPTION:Alphapointe’s Beep Kickball program gives children and teens who are blind or visually impaired the chance to experience the excitement of one of our favorite games in an adaptive format. Using an audible ball and sound-emitting bases\, participants build confidence\, teamwork\, and athletic skills while having fun\, staying active\, and creating lasting friendships.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/beep-kickball-2/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Alphapointe Life Skills Campus\, 7501 Prospect\, Kansas City\,\, Missouri\, 64132
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SUMMARY:Beep Kickball
DESCRIPTION:Alphapointe’s Beep Kickball program gives children and teens who are blind or visually impaired the chance to experience the excitement of one of our favorite games in an adaptive format. Using an audible ball and sound-emitting bases\, participants build confidence\, teamwork\, and athletic skills while having fun\, staying active\, and creating lasting friendships.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/beep-kickball-2/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:Alphapointe Life Skills Campus\, 7501 Prospect\, Kansas City\,\, Missouri\, 64132
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T150000
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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beep Kickball
DESCRIPTION:Alphapointe’s Beep Kickball program gives children and teens who are blind or visually impaired the chance to experience the excitement of one of our favorite games in an adaptive format. Using an audible ball and sound-emitting bases\, participants build confidence\, teamwork\, and athletic skills while having fun\, staying active\, and creating lasting friendships.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/beep-kickball-2/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Alphapointe Life Skills Campus\, 7501 Prospect\, Kansas City\,\, Missouri\, 64132
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000
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SUMMARY:Beep Kickball
DESCRIPTION:Alphapointe’s Beep Kickball program gives children and teens who are blind or visually impaired the chance to experience the excitement of one of our favorite games in an adaptive format. Using an audible ball and sound-emitting bases\, participants build confidence\, teamwork\, and athletic skills while having fun\, staying active\, and creating lasting friendships.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/beep-kickball-2/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Alphapointe Life Skills Campus\, 7501 Prospect\, Kansas City\,\, Missouri\, 64132
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T160000
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SUMMARY:Royals Youth Event
DESCRIPTION:We’re headed to Kauffman Stadium for a little play at The K … this youth event is all about getting together\, enjoying a night out at the ballpark\, and cheering on the local team.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/royals-youth-event/
LOCATION:Kauffman Stadium\, 1 Royal Way\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64129\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
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SUMMARY:Challenge Air
DESCRIPTION:This activity is already full.  \n\n\n\nYoung participants in Alphapointe’s Challenge Air program experience the excitement of flight while building confidence\, independence\, and a sense of adventure. Designed for youth who are blind or visually impaired\, the program provides a unique opportunity to explore aviation firsthand\, connect with others\, and discover that there are no limits to what they can achieve.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/challenge-air/
LOCATION:Kansas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T223000
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SUMMARY:Starlight Newsies
DESCRIPTION:Join the Alphapointe Youth Program team for Newsies\, a musical that tells the true story of the 1899 newsboys’ strike in New York City\, where charismatic leader Jack Kelly rallies young workers against unfair publishing prices. \n\n\n\nSign up information coming soon
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/starlight-newsies/
LOCATION:Starlight Theater\, 4600 Starlight Road\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64132
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T150000
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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T142947Z
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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. This session – Financial Literacy 2.0 – will be presented by Commerce Bank. The discussion will center around the tools and resources needed for informed decision making and financial independence. \n\n\n\nTo register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group-4/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260813T141653Z
CREATED:20260813T141539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T141653Z
UID:10000217-1786608000-1786640400@www.alphapointe.org
SUMMARY:KC Royals Youth Event
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Kansas City Royals\, we invite children and families to enjoy an unforgettable evening at Kauffman Stadium. \n\n\n\nThe night begins with a fun pregame tailgate\, followed by an exclusive tactile and descriptive tour of the Royals Hall of Fame. Then\, we’ll head to our seats to cheer on the Royals and experience the excitement of Major League Baseball together. \n\n\n\nThis unique event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with friends\, create lasting memories\, and enjoy America’s favorite pastime in an accessible and inclusive environment. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegistration Link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fgz5qxt/lp/b7f59503-f1db-4682-83f3-277a51617d6e
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/kc-royals-youth-event/
LOCATION:Kauffman Stadium\, 1 Royal Way\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64129\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260727T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T201504Z
CREATED:20250624T205022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T201504Z
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SUMMARY:MR340
DESCRIPTION:The Alphapointe Current Riders will Be Competing in Their 4th MR340 \n\n\n\nJoin us as we cheer on the first and only blind/sighted team to compete in the world’s longest non-stop river race – the MR340. Two Alphapointe employees – Jake McLaughlin and Isaac McBurney – will be headed down the river from Kansas City to St. Louis for the fourth time.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Team \n\n\n\nBelow\, Isaac (foreground) and Jake both work at Alphapointe\, a nonprofit founded in Kansas City more than 100 years ago with the purpose of employing and serving people who are blind and visually impaired. It’s a mission that continues today — Alphapointe is one of the largest employers of people with vision loss in the region. And provides critical services to more than 4\,000 people who are blind and visually impaired each year. \n\n\n\nIsaac is currently studying at UMKC to be a TVI (teacher for the visually impaired). He manages Alphapointe’s Connecting store\, an adaptive technology retail outlet and works with youth programs and volunteers. Jake is the Director of Special Events and Programs. He has been at Alphapointe for 11 years. \n\n\n\nIn 2026 they’ll be competing in their fourth MR340.  \n\n\n\nKey LinksAlphapointe’s Facebook PagePast photo galleryKSHB Report on Last Year’s Team Prep \n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMR340 Stops for 2026\n\n\n\nDay 1: Miami\, MO (07/28/2026)Day 2: Jefferson City\, MO (07/29/2026)Day 3: Hermann\, MO (07/30/2026)Day 4: St. Charles\, MO (07/31/2026) \n\n\n\nHighlights from 2025\n\n\n\nRead the story the Kansas City Star did on the team.Racing a storm on the river with Isaac and Jake.See the video of Isaac and Jake at the 2025 MR340 finish. \n\n\n\nRecognition Wall
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/mr340/
LOCATION:Kaw Point Park KS 66115\, 1403 Fairfax Trafficway\, Kansas City\, Kansas\, 66115\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T163000
DTSTAMP:20260623T140240Z
CREATED:20260623T140236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T140240Z
UID:10000104-1783609200-1783614600@www.alphapointe.org
SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. During this session we’ll be joined by Commerce Bank\, who’ll be talking about investments\, 401Ks\, IRAs\, and other banking resources.  \n\n\n\nTo register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group-3/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141051Z
CREATED:20260219T151623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T141051Z
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SUMMARY:Technology Camp 2026
DESCRIPTION:Technology Camp is a weeklong\, hands-on day camp designed to introduce youth to technology skills that support education\, independence\, and future career pathways. This year’s curriculum will focus on website development\, combining computer literacy\, collaborative learning\, and real-world technology applications. \n\n\n\nCampers will participate in a full college campus tour at the University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC) and engage in integrated collaboration opportunities with UMKC and Enterprise KC. Instruction will be led by experienced professionals\, including Dr. Chuck Gardner of Enterprise KC\, who will serve as one of the lead instructors\, as well as Dr. Mathew Edwards\, an associate professor at UMKC\, a member of the BVI community\, and founder of the UMKC Disability Alliance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYouth who attend and successfully complete the program will be issued a laptop equipped with accessible software\, including JAWS or ZoomText and the Microsoft operating system. At the conclusion of the camp\, campers will take their laptop and headphones home to keep\, ensuring continued access to technology beyond the program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTechnology Camp Details \n\n\n\n\nMonday\, July 6: Drop-off and pick-up at the Alphapointe Life Skills Campus\n\n\n\nTuesday–Friday: Drop-off and pick-up at Enterprise KC\n\n9AM to 3PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeekly Schedule of Events \n\n\n\nMonday \n\n\n\n\nSite visit to the University of Missouri–Kansas City\n\n\n\nFull campus tour\, accessibility overview\, and accommodations discussion with Dr. Edwards\n\nMonday Schedule of Events\n\n9:00AM drop off at Alphapointe\n\n\n\n9:30AM shuttle to UMKC\n\n\n\n10:00AM tour UMKC\n\n\n\n11:30AM lunch\n\n\n\n1:00PM welcome to college/lecture\n\n\n\n2:30PM shuttle to Alphapointe\n\n\n\n3:00PM parent pick up at Alphapointe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday \n\n\n\n\nLaptop setup and computer literacy training\n\n\n\n\nWednesday \n\n\n\n\nWebsite development project review\n\n\n\n\nThursday \n\n\n\n\nWebsite development project workday\n\n\n\n\nFriday \n\n\n\n\nYouth website development project presentations\n\n\n\nLunch and presentations: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\n\nCeremony and wrap up: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\n\n\n\nPick up time: 1:00 PM \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Note: Family and friends are welcome to join for lunch at 11:00 AM on Friday. \n\n\n\nYouth Camper Registration \n\n\n\nVolunteer & Staff Registration \n\n\n\nFor more information or questions about volunteering\, please contact Alisha Mulvaney at amulvaney@alphapointe.org or 816‑237‑2026. \n\n\n\nFor financial aid or scholarship information please contact: hrogers@alphapointe.org \n\n\n\nHannah RogersYouth Program ManagerCell: (913)-948-3073Office: (816)-237-2038hrogers@alphapointe.org
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/technology-camp-2026/
LOCATION:Enterprise KC\, 11150 Overbrook Road\, \, Leawood\, Kansas\, 66211\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T163000
DTSTAMP:20250327T172819Z
CREATED:20241119T224529Z
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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T163000
DTSTAMP:20260512T182620Z
CREATED:20260512T182614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T182620Z
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SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:CANCELED Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group-2/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260112T222149Z
CREATED:20260112T222142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T222149Z
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SUMMARY:Kids in the Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Kids in the Kitchen – Sponsored by Grand Street Café (Plaza)Join us for another fun and delicious session of Kids in the Kitchen! Young chefs will get hands-on cooking experience\, learn kitchen skills\, and create tasty dishes with guidance from the Grand Street Café team. It’s the perfect way to spark creativity\, build confidence\, and keep the post-holiday fun going. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/kids-in-the-kitchen-11/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Alphapointe Life Skills Campus\, 7501 Prospect\, Kansas City\,\, Missouri\, 64132
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260112T222149Z
CREATED:20260112T222142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T222149Z
UID:10000193-1775901600-1775908800@www.alphapointe.org
SUMMARY:Kids in the Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Kids in the Kitchen – Sponsored by Grand Street Café (Plaza)Join us for another fun and delicious session of Kids in the Kitchen! Young chefs will get hands-on cooking experience\, learn kitchen skills\, and create tasty dishes with guidance from the Grand Street Café team. It’s the perfect way to spark creativity\, build confidence\, and keep the post-holiday fun going. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/kids-in-the-kitchen-11/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Alphapointe Life Skills Campus\, 7501 Prospect\, Kansas City\,\, Missouri\, 64132
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T163000
DTSTAMP:20250327T172819Z
CREATED:20241119T224529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T172819Z
UID:10000101-1775746800-1775752200@www.alphapointe.org
SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260112T222149Z
CREATED:20260112T222142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T222149Z
UID:10000192-1773482400-1773489600@www.alphapointe.org
SUMMARY:Kids in the Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Kids in the Kitchen – Sponsored by Grand Street Café (Plaza)Join us for another fun and delicious session of Kids in the Kitchen! Young chefs will get hands-on cooking experience\, learn kitchen skills\, and create tasty dishes with guidance from the Grand Street Café team. It’s the perfect way to spark creativity\, build confidence\, and keep the post-holiday fun going. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/kids-in-the-kitchen-11/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:Alphapointe Life Skills Campus\, 7501 Prospect\, Kansas City\,\, Missouri\, 64132
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T163000
DTSTAMP:20250327T172819Z
CREATED:20241119T224529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T172819Z
UID:10000100-1773327600-1773333000@www.alphapointe.org
SUMMARY:Gathering Pointe Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Pointe is a FREE facilitated adult discussion/support group for those with blindness and low vision. To register call 816-237-2044. \n\n\n\nWhere: Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, KCMO\, 64132When: 3:00 to 4:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month. \n\n\n\nCall 816-237-2044 to register.
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/gathering-pointe-discussion-group/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Alphapointe\, 7501 Prospect Ave.\, Kansas City\, MO 64132\, Missouri\, 64132\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260112T222149Z
CREATED:20260112T222142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T222149Z
UID:10000191-1771063200-1771070400@www.alphapointe.org
SUMMARY:Kids in the Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Kids in the Kitchen – Sponsored by Grand Street Café (Plaza)Join us for another fun and delicious session of Kids in the Kitchen! Young chefs will get hands-on cooking experience\, learn kitchen skills\, and create tasty dishes with guidance from the Grand Street Café team. It’s the perfect way to spark creativity\, build confidence\, and keep the post-holiday fun going. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://www.alphapointe.org/event/kids-in-the-kitchen-11/2026-02-14/
LOCATION:Alphapointe Life Skills Campus\, 7501 Prospect\, Kansas City\,\, Missouri\, 64132
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