Holiday Party December 10th

You are cordially invited to our annual holiday party which will be celebrated this year at the beautiful Simpson House, 4509 Walnut. Built in 1909, this lovely house boasts a gorgeous walnut staircase, ornate panelled wood ceilings and trim, and beveled lead crystal and stained glass windows. It's the perfect place to celebrate the holiday season.

So please join us Monday, December 10th, between 5:30 and 8pm for light appetizers, wine, soft drinks and plenty of holiday cheer. Children are welcome. We look forward to seeing you!

Pilgrim Run Thursday

The Pilgrim Run, sponsored by the Pilgrim Center in Hyde Park, will host a 5K event on Thanksgiving morning.  Proceeds from this event will benefit the Children’s Programs of the Pilgrim Center.  It starts on Thursday, November 22, at 9:00 A.M.  Pilgrim Chapel, 3801 Gillham Road.  Registration ends November 20th at midnight.  http://www.pilgrimrun.org/

November SNA Meeting

The Southmoreland Neighborhood Association will be meeting Monday, November 12th at 7:00pm at All Souls' Unitarian Universalist Church. Hope you can join us!

1. Call to Order

2. Approval of Minutes

3. Committee Reports – As needed
   a. Treasurer
   b. Safety
   c. Planning & Development
   d. Program/Events
   e. Newsletter/Website/Blog/Facebook
   f.  Neighborhood Culture & Preservation
   g. Membership

4. Old business

5. New Business

6. Adjournment

General Election This Tuesday

The general election is this Tuesday, November 6th.  The vote will decide Presidential, Senatorial, and Congressional representatives, as well as more State and Local officials.  In addition, voters will decide on a Constitutional Amendment, and a few Propositions.  To view a sample ballot, click here.  If you have questions about where to vote, or if you're registered, contact the Kansas City Board of Elections.    

Curbside Leaf & Brush Pickup November 5

The city will be collecting leaves and brush the week of November 5th, for the Central area.  If your trash is usually picked up on Monday, leaf and brush pickup will be Monday, November 5th.   Up to 20 bags or bundles of leaves and brush will be picked up, per household.  See rules, below.  If you have a complaint or your leaves are not collected on the 5th, call or enter a complaint via 3-1-1 within 24 hours. 

Leaf and Brush Pickup Rules: 

• Sacks and bundles should be curbside by 7 a.m. on the scheduled day of collection.
• No more than 20 sacks and/or bundles per household.
• Sacks and bundles must not weigh more than 40 pounds each.
• Use only paper lawn debris sacks. No plastic bags.
• If you seal sacks, use masking tape only; do not use plastic or duct tape.
• No grass clippings. No trash.
• All branches must be bundled. Branches must not be more than 3 inches in diameter.
• Bundles of branches must not be more than 2 feet in diameter and not more than 4 feet long.
• Use twine or jute rope to tie bundles; do not use wire or plastic tape.
• If wet weather is forecast, cover sacks/bundles with clear plastic.

For more information, visit the city website here. 

Kansas City Marathon This Saturday

The annual Waddel & Reed Kansas City Marathon will be taking place this Saturday.  The race will begin at 7:00am, and will wrap up about 1:15pm.  During this time, some of the streets in the Downtown, Midtown, Plaza, Brookside and Waldo areas will be closed, and you may have to make a few detours to get around.  View the race map and race times here.

Dumpster Day this Saturday

The Southmoreland Neighborhood Association sponsors a dumpster day twice a year - once in Spring and once in Fall.  This Fall's dumpster day will be held this Saturday, October 13th.  The dumpsters will be located at the corner of 42nd and Oak streets. The event begins at 8:00am and ends at Noon, or until the dumpsters are full.


Members are welcome to bring items to two separate dumpsters, for either general trash or yard waste.  Hazardous materials such as tires, paint or oil will not be accepted.  If you would like to participate, but are not a member, or need to renew, yearly dues are $20 for residents, $10 for seniors (over 55) and students, and $50 for businesses.  You may pay with cash or check at the event.    See you there!