Happening Nearby: Disability Rights Legislative Day

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Happening Nearby:  Join us at the Capitol on February 25, 2026, for a powerful day of visibility and advocacy. Join with advocates from across the state to rally together, and talk with your legislators about what matters most to YOU. Make your voice heard—you deserve a seat at the table! Not able to attend in person? That’s OK! Thanks to the support from the now closed Arc of Missouri and the Arc of Clay/Platte Counties, we are able to bring this event to attendees on Zoom, too. 2026 Schedule of Events Rally from 11 am to 12 pm (Rotunda, 1st Floor) Advocacy Resource Fair from 9-11 am and 12-2 pm (Rotunda, 3rd Floor) Please use the rest of the day to meet with your legislators and share what’s most important to you!

Expression Art Exhibition Featuring Artists with Disabilities

The Expressions Art Exhibition celebrates artists with disabilities, highlighting their abilities and unique talents. Presented by The Whole Person, the exhibition promotes inclusion by featuring artwork in a professionally curated show and offering educational and networking opportunities that connect artists with the broader Kansas City creative community. Purchase Local Artwork We will host an opening reception on May 15th from 5-8 PM to exhibit all the artists’ work. This artwork will be available for purchase, so if you are not an artist yourself, come and get a new piece for your home. If your artwork is sold, you will receive 50% of the sale price, with the remaining 50% donated to The Whole Person. Artist Applications A committee will review submissions to select artwork for the exhibition; note that not all entries may be accepted. Please submit your Artist Application and Agreement by March 2nd to participate in Expressions. Artist Application PDF • Artist Agreement PDF Pick Up Details Artist artwork will be displayed at Rochester Brewing and Roasting Company for the months of May and June. The artist will have the option to have a meet and greet throughout these months. If your artwork is not sold at the event or before the end of June, you will need to schedule a pick up at The Whole Person. Artwork will need to be retrieved by September 1st, 2026. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to: kriffey@thewholeperson.org

Time to Spare – Let’s go Bowling!

Join us for a fun-filled bowling event at KC Bowl located at 8201 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112. Open to all individuals with disabilities. Come and join TWP for an enjoyable afternoon of bowling. The Whole Person will cover the cost for each participant to bowl ONE game. RSVP by the Monday BEFORE each Bowling event! If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Halley Korff, our Blind Low Vision Specialist, via email at hkorff@thewholeperson.org or by calling 816-214-9735. Alternatively, you can send a text to 816-848-2570. You are required to fill out the Liability Waiver BEFORE you play bowling for this event. Use the link below to fill out the waiver. You can either print the waiver and give it to Halley at the event or email the filled-out waiver to Halley. Other Bowling Opportunities If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! TWP organizes bowling events on the third Wednesday of each month, from noon to 1:30pm, at KC Bowl. Feel free to mark your calendars and join us for future bowling sessions.

Time to Spare – Let’s go Bowling!

Join us for a fun-filled bowling event at KC Bowl located at 8201 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112. Open to all individuals with disabilities. Come and join TWP for an enjoyable afternoon of bowling. The Whole Person will cover the cost for each participant to bowl ONE game. RSVP by the Monday BEFORE each Bowling event! If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Halley Korff, our Blind Low Vision Specialist, via email at hkorff@thewholeperson.org or by calling 816-214-9735. Alternatively, you can send a text to 816-848-2570. You are required to fill out the Liability Waiver BEFORE you play bowling for this event. Use the link below to fill out the waiver. You can either print the waiver and give it to Halley at the event or email the filled-out waiver to Halley. Other Bowling Opportunities If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! TWP organizes bowling events on the third Wednesday of each month, from noon to 1:30pm, at KC Bowl. Feel free to mark your calendars and join us for future bowling sessions.

Time to Spare – Let’s go Bowling!

Join us for a fun-filled bowling event at KC Bowl located at 8201 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112. Open to all individuals with disabilities. Come and join TWP for an enjoyable afternoon of bowling. The Whole Person will cover the cost for each participant to bowl ONE game. RSVP by the Monday BEFORE each Bowling event! If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Halley Korff, our Blind Low Vision Specialist, via email at hkorff@thewholeperson.org or by calling 816-214-9735. Alternatively, you can send a text to 816-848-2570. You are required to fill out the Liability Waiver BEFORE you play bowling for this event. Use the link below to fill out the waiver. You can either print the waiver and give it to Halley at the event or email the filled-out waiver to Halley. Other Bowling Opportunities If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! TWP organizes bowling events on the third Wednesday of each month, from noon to 1:30pm, at KC Bowl. Feel free to mark your calendars and join us for future bowling sessions.

Time to Spare – Let’s go Bowling!

Join us for a fun-filled bowling event at KC Bowl located at 8201 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112. Open to all individuals with disabilities. Come and join TWP for an enjoyable afternoon of bowling. The Whole Person will cover the cost for each participant to bowl ONE game. RSVP by the Monday BEFORE each Bowling event! If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Halley Korff, our Blind Low Vision Specialist, via email at hkorff@thewholeperson.org or by calling 816-214-9735. Alternatively, you can send a text to 816-848-2570. You are required to fill out the Liability Waiver BEFORE you play bowling for this event. Use the link below to fill out the waiver. You can either print the waiver and give it to Halley at the event or email the filled-out waiver to Halley. Other Bowling Opportunities If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! TWP organizes bowling events on the third Wednesday of each month, from noon to 1:30pm, at KC Bowl. Feel free to mark your calendars and join us for future bowling sessions.

Time to Spare – Let’s go Bowling!

Join us for a fun-filled bowling event at KC Bowl located at 8201 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112. Open to all individuals with disabilities. Come and join TWP for an enjoyable afternoon of bowling. The Whole Person will cover the cost for each participant to bowl ONE game. RSVP by the Monday BEFORE each Bowling event! If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Halley Korff, our Blind Low Vision Specialist, via email at hkorff@thewholeperson.org or by calling 816-214-9735. Alternatively, you can send a text to 816-848-2570. You are required to fill out the Liability Waiver BEFORE you play bowling for this event. Use the link below to fill out the waiver. You can either print the waiver and give it to Halley at the event or email the filled-out waiver to Halley. Other Bowling Opportunities If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! TWP organizes bowling events on the third Wednesday of each month, from noon to 1:30pm, at KC Bowl. Feel free to mark your calendars and join us for future bowling sessions.

Time to Spare – Let’s go Bowling!

Join us for a fun-filled bowling event at KC Bowl located at 8201 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112. Open to all individuals with disabilities. Come and join TWP for an enjoyable afternoon of bowling. The Whole Person will cover the cost for each participant to bowl ONE game. RSVP by the Monday BEFORE each Bowling event! If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Halley Korff, our Blind Low Vision Specialist, via email at hkorff@thewholeperson.org or by calling 816-214-9735. Alternatively, you can send a text to 816-848-2570. You are required to fill out the Liability Waiver BEFORE you play bowling for this event. Use the link below to fill out the waiver. You can either print the waiver and give it to Halley at the event or email the filled-out waiver to Halley. Other Bowling Opportunities If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! TWP organizes bowling events on the third Wednesday of each month, from noon to 1:30pm, at KC Bowl. Feel free to mark your calendars and join us for future bowling sessions.

Time to Spare – Let’s go Bowling!

Join us for a fun-filled bowling event at KC Bowl located at 8201 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112. Open to all individuals with disabilities. Come and join TWP for an enjoyable afternoon of bowling. The Whole Person will cover the cost for each participant to bowl ONE game. RSVP by the Monday BEFORE each Bowling event! If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Halley Korff, our Blind Low Vision Specialist, via email at hkorff@thewholeperson.org or by calling 816-214-9735. Alternatively, you can send a text to 816-848-2570. You are required to fill out the Liability Waiver BEFORE you play bowling for this event. Use the link below to fill out the waiver. You can either print the waiver and give it to Halley at the event or email the filled-out waiver to Halley. Other Bowling Opportunities If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! TWP organizes bowling events on the third Wednesday of each month, from noon to 1:30pm, at KC Bowl. Feel free to mark your calendars and join us for future bowling sessions.

Time to Spare – Let’s go Bowling!

Join us for a fun-filled bowling event at KC Bowl located at 8201 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112. Open to all individuals with disabilities. Come and join TWP for an enjoyable afternoon of bowling. The Whole Person will cover the cost for each participant to bowl ONE game. RSVP by the Monday BEFORE each Bowling event! If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Halley Korff, our Blind Low Vision Specialist, via email at hkorff@thewholeperson.org or by calling 816-214-9735. Alternatively, you can send a text to 816-848-2570. You are required to fill out the Liability Waiver BEFORE you play bowling for this event. Use the link below to fill out the waiver. You can either print the waiver and give it to Halley at the event or email the filled-out waiver to Halley. Other Bowling Opportunities If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry! TWP organizes bowling events on the third Wednesday of each month, from noon to 1:30pm, at KC Bowl. Feel free to mark your calendars and join us for future bowling sessions.