We are seeking a Kansas City based artist to create a design that will be showcased for our upcoming 29th Annual Waldo Fall Festival event that represents the Waldo community. While the event will be held on September 18, 2021 – we are seeking a creative design that represents Waldo and can be loved for years to come.
WALDO ILLUSTRATION / DESIGN
Applications are closed for the Waldo Area Business Association to design or illustrate art that will be used for t-shirts for the upcoming 29th Annual Waldo Fall Festival. The selected artist would be asked to create artwork that represents the Waldo community and represents many of the landmarks in the neighborhood. The selected artist must present a proposal for approval and are required to execute this project.
About Waldo:
For generations, people have been shopping and dining in Waldo, supporting local businesses, friends and neighbors. The area, stretching along Wornall Road from Gregory to around 85th St., is home to some of Kansas City’s favorite restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and services.
Show your local love and experience all that the Waldo neighborhood can offer during the 6th annual Waldo Week, February 19 – 25
Show your local love and experience all that the Waldo neighborhood can offer during the 6th annual Waldo Week. To excite the local community and showcase the area’s diverse shopping, dining and unique services, Waldo Week with discounts at participating businesses to experience new places or visit your favorites from February 19 – 25.
In lieu of the annual kickoff party for Waldo Week, the Waldo Community Improvement District has partnered with non-profit Cornerstones of Care to raise money through a virtual auction and donation drive that kicks off on Thursday, February 18 and runs through February 25. The virtual auction will feature a variety of Waldo packages and a raffle to benefit Cornerstones of Care in support of safe and healthy communities for children and families in the Kansas City area and beyond. Now more than ever, Waldo wants to support the local community as well as the businesses that call the neighborhood “home”.
For generations, people have been shopping and dining in Waldo, supporting local businesses, friends and neighbors. The area, stretching along Wornall Road from Gregory to around 85th St., is home to some of Kansas City’s favorite restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and services.
Waldo Week is perfect for fans of KC Restaurant Week, Small Business Saturday, and other local events, as it celebrates business including food, drinks, retail, and services. You can explore your favorite Waldo destinations or experience something new! A few of our Waldo Week 2021 participating businesses include:
Services:
Centered Spirit – 20% off to any purchase for Infrared Sauna sessions or sauna packages.
Gunter Pest – Receive $20 off any service when you mention Waldo Week during while booking.* Must be a new customer or new service sign-up.
Hagoyah Hair Salon & Yoga Den – 20% off Gift Certificates, & self-care boutique items with code: WALDO
Including oils, candles, incense, crystals, sage, diffusers, journals, jewelry, etc.
Hawthorne & Ivy – 20% off storewide with mention of Waldo Week
Hiles Two- 20% off entire purchase
Moonshot Hair Co. – $10 off any service, including massage shampoo service with blow dry style.
Ovation Home Design – 25% off all cabinet hardware (includes knobs, pulls and hinges).
Paige Fowler – Edward Jones Investments – complimentary financial review when you mention Waldo Week for booking.
Pilates 1901- 10 for $160 (normally $175 – use promo code WALDO10 at check out) and 15 for $225 (normally $255 – use promo code WALDO15 at check out)
Teamwork Sports KC – Save $40 on Facility Membership or Sibling Membership using promo code FEB40.
Dining & Retail:
Boru Asian Eatery – Enjoy 25% off your dine-in tab when you mention Waldo Week to your server.
Offer not valid on giftcard purchases and cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers.
Crows Coffee – Enjoy the Strawberry White Mocha special
Eclectic’s Gift Gallery– Tired of your old masks? Eclectics has handmade fabric masks available for $10-15.
Dodson’s Bar & Commons – 15% off to-go cocktails with the promo code: WALDOWEEK
Emilie’s French Teas – 20% off tea by the ounce
Limit of 7 ounces per person
Governor Stumpy’s – Visit during Waldo Week for a special offer.
Hawthorne & Ivy – 20% off storewide with mention of Waldo Week
Jovito’s Italian Cafe & Deli – Buy 1 grinder, get a free brownie!
Lew’s Bar & Grill – Ask about the daily special at Lew’s for a fun offer!
McLain’s Bakery – Free cookie with the purchase of lunch.
Mike’s Wine & Spirits – Free delivery with code WALDO . Valid on orders of $30+.
Order online at shopmikeskc.com or download the Mike’s Wine and Spirits app.
Pistachio’s – 15% Off All in-store Purchases with mention of Waldo Week
Pedego Electric Bikes – Big savings on all our 5 year warranty Pedegos in stock! Drop by our Pedego Electric Bikes Kansas City shop, at 7335 Broadway, in Waldo for free test rides and exclusive in store savings all month long.
SOAP Refill Station – Stop by for their 1st birthday celebration & specials
South of Summit – Enjoy 25% off your dine-in tab when you mention Waldo Week to your server.
Offer not valid on giftcard purchases and cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers.
Summit Grill – Enjoy 25% off your dine-in tab when you mention Waldo Week to your server.
Offer not valid on gift card purchases and cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers.
Waldo Greenhouse – Buy one get one free on in-stock 2″ succulent plants; Open Friday and Saturday only.
Waldo Pizza – $50 Family Meal: (2) 12″ 2 topping pizzas, (1) starter, (1) salad, (1) family dessert & 1 two liter or 4 bottles of water.
The Well Bar, Grill & Rooftop – Ask about The Wells daily specials!
Tropical Sno – opening on March 1st! Bid on their package for a fun treat to celebrate!
MORE COMING SOON!
Patrons must mention Waldo Week to receive the discount when they visit participating merchants. *Rules and restrictions apply.
Visit waldokc.org for a complete listing of merchants and promotion details and follow the Everything Waldo Facebook page for event updates.
Shop and support local in Waldo! Join us for the annual Small Business Saturday crawl (with social distancing) on Saturday, November 28 from 10am – 4pm.
– Receive special offers + freebies at Waldo businesses
– Spend $50 in Waldo to receive a FREE Holiday Ornament*
(1 per household, while supplies last)
– Stop by the Waldo office to redeem your FREE Ornament + a special cookie from McLain’s Bakery
between 10am – 4pm
Participating Businesses:
(offers only valid on November 28th)
Accents Gallery –20% all in-stock
Bier Station – Buy 1 local draft, get 2nd 1/2 off. *One per person
Boru Asian Eatery – Receive a $10 bonus card with a $50 gift card purchase, Receive a $20 bonus card with $100 gift card purchase, Receive a $150 bonus card with $500 gift card purchase
Centered Spirit – BOGO on any infrared Sauna sessions (30mins, 40-mins, or 45-mins)* Limit quantity of three per person
Classic Cookie – FREE regular coffee (no purchase necessary)
Eclectic’s Gift Gallery – $25 gift card for $20 (1 per person, offer only available on 11/28
Emilie’s French Teas – Receive 20% off Loose Leaf Teas by the ounce*. Limit of 7 ounces per person
Geo’s Cheese – 10% off entire purchase, offer only available on 11/28
Hagoyah Hair Salon & Yoga Den – 25% off all retail and gift certificates
Hawthorne & Ivy – 20% off entire purchase over $25.
Hiles Two – 20% off storewide.
Jovito’s Italian Cafe & Deli- Buy 1 grinder, get 1 FREE. (11am-4pm, limit 1 per transaction)
K9 Closet – 20% off storewide (excluding pet food)
Lew’s Grill & Bar – 25% off gift cards (no limit)
Lumine Salon – 20% off retail (excluding products by @artsyfartsyco) and $20 gift certificate with purchase of $100 gift certificate.
Mike’s Wine & Spirits – 10% off Mike’s delivery service with code: ShopSmall
Moonshot Hair Co. – $25 gift card for $20 (service-use only)
Ovation Home Design – Free swag bags while supplies last. Plus, 25% off all hardware (knobs and pulls) and 10% off all countertops.
Pilates 1901 – 5 for $50 Small Group Training Sessions, 6 (50) min Private Training Sessions for $259, 2 (50) min Private Aerial Hammock Sessions for $99, Private Pilates Small Group for 8 people $160 (only $20 per person), Private Aerial Hammock Group for 6 people $120 (only $20 per person)
Pistachios – $25 gift cards for $20 and FREE personalization for in-store purchases
Sierra Winter Jewelry – Spend over $200 and receive a FREE pair of sterling silver studs ($40 value)
SOAP Refill Station – Spend $50 on gifts for other people and YOU receive a FREE reusable cotton SOAP Refill Station Bottle Bag and get a free Bath Bomb when you purchase an e-gift card (zero waste)
South of Summit – Receive a $10 bonus card with a $50 gift card purchase, Receive a $20 bonus card with $100 gift card purchase, Receive a $150 bonus card with $500 gift card purchase
Summit Grill – Receive a $10 bonus card with a $50 gift card purchase, Receive a $20 bonus card with $100 gift card purchase, Receive a $150 bonus card with $500 gift card purchase
Teamwork Sports – Save an additional $40 ($80 total) by using promo code: SBS80
The Well Bar & Grill – 25% off all gift cards (no limit)
Waldo Pizza – Get $5 in Waldo Pizza “Dough” with the purchase of a $25 Waldo Pizza Gift Certificate
Waldo Greenhouse – 20% off hanging tropical plants (Receive 1 free small bottle of soil additive)
Stay tuned for more details and a full list of participating businesses.
Waldo Area Business Association Pivots the 28th Annual Fall Festival to “Waldo Walk,” a Virtual Race Experience to Explore Everything Waldo, September 19 – 26
Experience a 6-mile race you can walk, run, bike or stroll through Waldo using an app that features unique specials at local businesses to highlight the neighborhood and offerings
Show your local love at a social distance and experience all that the Waldo neighborhood can offer during Waldo Walk, September 19 – 26. In lieu of the 28th annual Fall Festival, the Waldo Area Business Association has made a shift to create a new type of experience to keep their community safe and businesses thriving with a “virtual” race that features different businesses within the neighborhood via an app.
With Waldo bringing in several new businesses during COVID-19 and wanting to continue to support the long-time businesses that make the community so diverse, Waldo Walk will encourage people to explore the area and find new favorites, all while supporting the neighborhood from a safe distance. Participants can register for the 6-mile walk for $10, which includes access to the app that showcases the route and special offers featured at participating businesses that are both new and neighborhood favorites such as, Bier Station, Crows Coffee Geo’s Cheese, Mike’s Wine & Spirits, Pilates 1901, Reece and Nichols, The Collar Club, Waldo Pizza, and more. Participants can walk, run, bike, stroll or track their movement of choice either in-person or from home, which allows for everyone to participate and feel comfortable.
“Waldo is home to over 300 businesses, so you can truly find something for everyone,” said Natalie Nelson, Director of Operations. “COVID has been challenging and we strive to support our local businesses while keeping our community safe. Participating in Waldo Walk is a great opportunity for people to explore the area either in-person while abiding by social distance guidelines or virtually, and feeling good about supporting local businesses.”
For generations, people have been shopping and dining in Waldo, supporting local businesses, friends and neighbors. In fact, Waldo Walk was previously held in the neighborhood in the late 90s, which Waldo Pizza participated in then and will again this year.
The area, stretching along Wornall Road from Gregory to around 85th St., is home to some of Kansas City’s favorite restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and services. Waldo Walk is perfect for those that love to walk, run, bike or leisurely stroll, and to find a great spot to enjoy outdoor dining, coffee to-go, speciality services, and more. Many of the businesses have implemented new patios, walk-up windows, delivery services, and other social distancing protocols.
“Thinking strategically and being creative with our services has been integral to our business during this year, said Mike’s Wine & Spirits owner, Andy Doohan. “We’ve shifted our focus to delivery services using a new app and offering to-go orders in the Waldo neighborhood. Participating in Waldo Walk is another way to spread the word about the new services we are offering to keep our customers safe, while enjoying the wine, beer and spirits they love.”
Mike’s Wine & Spirits is the presenting sponsor of Waldo Walk and will offer fun giveaways and specials that encourage participants to not only support their business, but to visit the nearby restaurants that are in need of support with to-go orders.
Participants must mention Waldo Walk and show their digital big from the app to receive the discount when they visit participating merchants. Registration is open through September 19 on waldokc.org or by searching for the Raceryapp. *Rules and restrictions apply.
Visit waldokc.org for a complete listing of merchants and promotion details and follow the Everything Waldo Facebook page for event updates. Register online through September 19 at: https://racery.com/r/2020-waldo-walk/
For the past 27 years, Waldo has offered the annual Waldo Fall Festival in September as a way to celebrate and connect with the families, community members and businesses that make Everything Waldo so wonderful!
With COVID-19, Waldo has been challenged to think outside of the box to create that same energy from an event that typically draws 5,000 attendees into a safe and family-friendly experience that can be done virtually or in-person.
Enter:Waldo Walk 2020. Join us for a virtual (or in-person) walk in Waldo that enourages our community to get outside, move their body and experience all that Waldo can offer from September 19 – 26, 2020.
We would love for you to join us in this new experience to get outside, move their body and experience all that Waldo can offer.
What is a Virtual Walk?
Utilizing the app, racery, walk through Waldo virtually via a phone or experience by walking or running in-person! This experience gives opportunities to connect every step along the way.
Create a team to stay accountable to get your steps in or enjoy the Waldo Walk solo! Track your goals, log miles & have fun exploring everything Waldo.
Be rewarded for walking! Take advantage of special offers, giveaways and rewards from Waldo sponsors and businesses.
Stay connected! Learn about everything Waldo and more with interactive marketing opportunities from the app, social media, email marketing, and on-site opportunities.
Explore everything Waldo during this fun experience! You can visit our participating businesses in-person to receive special rewards when you show that you are registered for Waldo Walk or use the app to receive promotional codes and offers, plus chances to win prizes!
Artist KC – (pop-up at The Collar Club) 238 W 74th St, Kansas City, MO 64114
Bier Station – 120 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64114
Collar Club – 238 W 74th St, Kansas City, MO 64114
Crows Coffee – 7440 Washington St, Kansas City, MO 64114
We are sharing tips & resources collected from our 3rd Virtual Town Hall (watch the full conversation HERE) to help guide you as you prepare to reopen your business.
REOPEN WITH A PLAN –
Many city and county governments in the Kansas City region have outlined important info for your business about reopening. You may want to consider a variety of ways for customers to shop or experience your business including in-person & online options. Consider keeping curbside pickup, delivery, or other options that you have maintained during this time.
Not sure where to start? Check out the guidelines from KCMO.gov
2. TRAIN WITH YOUR STAFF –
Make sure your staff feels confident and comfortable with your reopening plan. Consider hosting a training session with your staff prior to reopening to walk through all safety protocols.
Need assistance with training? HearttoHeart.org is offering staff training sessions.
3.REVIEW & EVALUATE EXPENSES –
Review your business expenses and evaluate areas you can save. This is a great time to review all financials and determine what products/services to focus on based on sales performance. You may need to invest in other areas, such as masks for staff or additional cleaning supplies.
4. COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR CUSTOMERS –
It’s more important than ever to communicate your reopening info with your customers to keep them informed on how to support your business and to feel confident in doing so. From sharing a dedicated reopening email to frequent social media updates, be transparent and clear on your plans.
5. STAY INFORMED & BE FLEXIBLE –
Stay informed of guidelines as they evolve and be open to making changes. We will be reviewing updates released from the Kansas City government, along with CDC on a regular basis. You can also look to KC Source Link as a great resource to stay informed on how to operate your business during this time. Stay connected with other Waldo businesses within our private Facebook Group to continue the conversation – search Waldo Area Business Association or request to be added via email (info@waldokc.org).
Join us for our 2nd Virtual Town Hall meeting with a variety of representatives available to discuss business continuity in the time of COVID-19.
Tuesday, April 21
11:00 a.m. – noon
We will have spokespersons from KC Sourcelink, SBDC, along with marketing, website & communications specialists, and small business owners to answer your questions and offer guidance.
Panel members:
Jenny Miller (KCSourceLink)
Jill Hathaway (SBDC)
Hayley Besheer Santell (Gunter Pest & Madi Apparel)
Sarah Koci Scheilz (Inspiration-Driven Communications)
Kathryn Snellen (KES Studio)
Kate Nielson (On Tap)
Let’s help support local families in need! #WaldoGivesBack
Waldo is hosting a Virtual Donation Drive to help raise money for HappyBottoms.org, which is headquartered in the Waldo neighborhood and is in need of support this month. Your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. If we reach our goal of $500 by April 17th, Paige Fowler of Edward Jones Financial has made the commitment to match us an additional $500! Simply visit their website, fill out their donation form and select the ‘Waldo Drive’ tab!
Traditionally, April is HappyBottoms’s Diaper Drive month when the community donates upwards of 50,000 diapers. During this time, HappyBottoms is unable to accept diaper donations and can only accept monetary donations. Every dollar counts. If you can support this incredible cause that supports our local community, it will make a difference.
About HappyBottoms
HappyBottoms provides diapers to families in need in Kansas City.
HappyBottoms mission is to positively impact the mental, physical and financial stability of a family in crisis and need through diaper assistance, education and connection to services. Diapers are not covered by government assistant programs like Food Stamps and WIC and 1-in-3 moms do not have enough diapers to keep their baby clean, dry and healthy. Not having enough diapers impacts the mental and physical health of a child and their family, and has a larger economic impact on the community.
Each month, HappyBottoms sends an average of 250,000 diapers into the community. The current economic devastation is impacting even more families and the need has increased incredibly the past few weeks. We are doing all we can to set up new distributions and help even more families in the coming months. In 2019, HappyBottoms distributed 2.2 million diapers to more than 10,000 children.
