You've spent the school year shuffling the kids to and from school, caring for your family and home, and probably putting in long hours at work as well. You need some "me" time. Time to get pampered, time to relax. Recharge your batteries, meet your neighbors, and discover local artisans with distinctive items for you and your home at one of the hottest... [Read more...]

If you want to go out for dinner and bring the kids along, here are five great restaurants for family-friendly dining in Shawnee, KS: Hereford House Try steak or seafood for dinner and country fried chicken or steak burgers for lunch. Established in 1957, they provide a separate children’s menu and serve brunch on Sundays. Chen’s Kitchen A family-owned... [Read more...]

Something exciting is coming up in nearby Leavenworth - the return of the annual Fort Leavenworth Historic Homes Tour.  Now in its 35th year, the tour will take you around many historical homes and famous local sites, highlighting the architectural features of each of the 8 historical homes.  Also included are a look at resident heirlooms and collectibles... [Read more...]

After a dry period, I have gotten back to seeing movies more regularly, starting with The Hunger Games and, most recently, to the slightly older This Means War (great film, by the way).  There are plenty of movies out right here in Shawnee at Dickinson Westglen 18, including one of my current faves, 21 Jump Street.  It's hilarious and highly recommended! Check... [Read more...]

Dogs are a great addition to any home, whether it is filled with kids or just one person lives there.  If you live here at pet-friendly Hampton Woods, you should consider making a furry addition to your household and what better way to do that than to adopt? Here are some of the pups waiting for a loving person or family to adopt them: Pet Name: Bitsy Breed:... [Read more...]

In Shawnee news, the Shawnee Mission school district will be making changes to its lunch program; they will be offering free lunch this summer.  The Summer Lunch Bunch program, as they call it, kids will be able to get one hot lunch every weekday for residents ages 1 to 18. Says the food services manager from the district, Nancy Coughenour, “As our... [Read more...]

Get ready to save, Hampton Woods! Groupon to the rescue! We all know how expensive things can be and no one wants to spend more than they have to.  Their site ensures that you won't, because they offer unbeatable deals on products and services geared towards each local area.  Here are some of their current deals for Kansas City: $5 for $10 Worth of Sheridan's... [Read more...]

If you are looking for fun things to do near Hampton Woods, there are plenty of choices for you. Shawnee, located in the northwestern part of Johnson County, is in a great location that lets you enjoy the shows at the Standford's Comedy Club located at the Legends, Village West in Kansas City. The comedy club promises complete entertainment with its array... [Read more...]

Shawnee, Kansas is a western suburb of Kansas City that has been twice chosen by BusinessWeek as one of the best affordable suburbs in the United States. Money Magazine ranks it 17th among "best places to live" in the country. The state of Kansas is a popular site for motorcyclists, offering great roads and helmet laws, and many Shawnee, KS businesses... [Read more...]

Shawnee Mission Park is a 1250 acre park used for varied purposes. The largest park of the county, it can be used as a picnic site, play area and more.  Of course,  you can also read a book and just enjoy the surroundings. The park houses a beautiful serene lake of almost 120 acres and has loads of amenities which make it extremely popular amongst the... [Read more...]

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