Digital Decluttering Workshop

'Constant notifications, a ton of emails, and a maxed-out phone/laptop storage contribute significantly to a feeling of overwhelm and burnout. Bring your devices  to reset your virtual environment in this live, real-time workshop with Kim Shiu.

This is a collaborative hour to purge digital clutter, organize your current projects, and create space for deep work. Kim accommodates all device types and email platforms, tailoring the session to help you build a calmer, more focused day. It's also an opportunity to connect with fellow NAAAP-KC members.

Kim Shiu, MPH, is a professional organizer and Kansas’s only Certified KonMari™ Consultant. Through her business, Tidy for Good, LLC, she helps busy people in the Kansas City area transition from overwhelmed to organized. Trained directly in the world-renowned methods of Marie Kondo, Kim provides the expert structure needed to create a home, workspace, or digital environment that truly "sparks joy."

Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 201 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111

Space is limited & registration is required.

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Bed of Bags

Join us at Silk Road on September 25 for Bed of Bags, a hands-on workshop with Sarah, the creator behind the project.

Sarah collects used plastic shopping bags and turns them into sleeping mats for our houseless neighbors around Kansas City. It’s a simple idea that keeps hundreds of bags out of the landfill while creating something useful for someone in our community.

Bring a few clean, dry grocery bags if you have them, but don’t worry if you don’t. We’ll have plenty to work with!

📍 Silk Road | 201 Westport Rd
📅 Friday, September 25
⏰ 7 p.m.
👋 All ages welcome

Come make something, meet some people, and give back with us. More information here. 

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Learn Korean with Yeonji Hong

Join our beginner-friendly Korean classes with native Korean tutor Yeonji! Learn how to read Hangul, order food and drinks with confidence, and build simple Korean sentences in a fun, relaxed environment. No previous experience is needed—just bring your curiosity!

Please pay your for class directly to Yeonji Hong.

[email protected]  
IG: @yjlofland  

Registering here will send you reminders for the class. 

9/20 Sunday 2:30-4:30pm: Making sentences with "was/were", "There is/ are...https://kc.naaap.org/events/korean-class-making-sentences-with-waswere-there-isare

9/27 Sunday 2:30-4:30pm: Regular verbs https://kc.naaap.org/events/korean-class-regular-vebrs

On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous

We’re so excited to announce that our book club is moving on to our SECOND book! After a wonderful first book and so many great conversations, we’re excited to continue reading, connecting, and getting to know each other through books.

Our next book is On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong—a beautifully written and moving story about family, identity, memory, and the immigrant experience.

Read YOUR way! Whether you’re a physical book lover, eBook reader, or audiobook listener, choose whatever works best for you and come join us!

You can read at your own pace and simply come share, listen, connect, and socialize with us. ❤️

• September 26 (Sat), 12:00–1:00 PM – Session 1: Beginning to Page 127
• Location: The Silk Road (201 Westport Rd)

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Join us for the 4th Annual NAAAP-KC Potluck Picnic!

On Sunday, October 18, 12:00-3:00 pm we’ll gather at the Loose Park Shelter at 5110 Wornall Road. Bring a dish to share with fellow attendees. Whether you have a beloved family recipe, a favorite takeout dish, or simply an appetite for delicious cultural cuisines, we welcome all to partake in the festivities.

Come connect at this cultural exchange as we enjoy a feast of flavors. This event will be a delicious and delightful celebration of our diverse heritage and a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together.

This is a family-friendly event - all ages welcome. Bring your family members, friends, and children if you wish. Beverages, plates, napkins, and utensils will be provided. 

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026, 12:00 - 3:00 pm
Location: Loose Park Shelter at 5110 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64112

What to bring: a food item to share

🎟️ Register here