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KCKCC Commencement Night

Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Kansas City, KS

Kansas City Kansas Community College will hold its 2026 commencement ceremony from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Sporting Park. The ceremony will celebrate the Class of 2026, with a rain date set for May 22. For graduates and their families, it will be one of the month's most meaningful community moments.

This local community update for Kansas City, KS is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2026 and is presented by Shayla Wilhoit. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Kansas City, KS area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Kansas City, KS

Explore June 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Kansas City, KS.

Monday, June 15, 2026

Beth the Mime Show

Turner Community Library will host Beth the Mime Show from 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. The family program brings a silent, physical comedy performance to the neighborhood and is open to children and teens.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Juneteenth Library Talk

Main Library will host Juneteenth: Are We Truly Free? at noon. Journalist and author Lewis Diuguid will lead a discussion on the history, legacy, and meaning of Juneteenth for families and neighbors.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Rainbow Trinket Dish

Main Library will offer Epic Clay Wednesday Workshop: Rainbow Trinket Dish from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Pride Month program lets children ages 5 to 12 and their families read a story and make a rainbow trinket dish.

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Discord Tech Tools

West Wyandotte Library will host Teen Tech Tools: Discord from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Teens in grades 8 through 11 can learn the basics of the app, including account setup and safety tips.

Monday, June 22, 2026

Soccer Watch Party

South Branch Library will host another World Cup watch party for the match between Argentina and Austria from noon to 2 p.m. The gathering is open to children, teens, and adults, and snacks are welcome.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Free English Classes

South Branch Library is continuing free English classes every Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, so neighbors can stop by without registering.

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KCKCC Commencement Night is listed for Thursday, May 21, 2026.

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