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📌816 Local: Cinco Celebrations and a Northland Tradition

📌816 Local: Cinco Celebrations and a Northland Tradition

Places to celebrate Cinco, an outdoor movie experience, AND Strouds a Northland Classic

Amanda Rohr
May 02, 2025

Welcome to 816 Local - Where we got a full day of sun yesterday and are praying hard for winter to get out of here!!

Todays Newsletter

Cinco Celebrations
Outdoor Movie in Parkville
Foodie Friday
Things happening around the Northland

In Collaboration with My Play Cafe - Northland

My Play Cafe has been one our favorite businesses to work with since starting 816 Local. They were the first to take a chance on us and we will be forever grateful. My Play Cafe is an indoor play area for kids 6 and under and it also has a coffee shop inside. Its the perfect spot to sip a coffee with your mom bestie and let your littles run around. You can check out all they have to offer here - https://www.myplaycafe.com/northlandkc

Celebrate Cinco In The Northland

🌮Margaritas North

May 3rd, 11-3 Deals on tacos and margaritas and live music

🌮K Tacos Parkville

May 5th 3-11 Live Mariachi band plus food and drink specials

🌮Chicken & Pickle

May 4-5 Drink specials both days and a Pinata party on the 5th

🎬 Outdoor Movie Night in Parkville: Moana 2

Get ready for a magical night under the stars at Parkville's Outdoor Movie Night! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 7:00 PM, and make your way to Creekside Park at 8880 Clark Avenue, Parkville, MO. They are showing Moana 2 for free, and it's going to be a blast! Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and bring the whole family to enjoy this charming sequel in a lovely outdoor setting. It's the perfect way to start the summer with friends and neighbors!

Foodie Friday - Strouds Oak Ridge Manor

Nestled in the Northland, Stroud’s Oak Ridge Manor offers a dining experience steeped in history and flavor. Housed in a restored 1840s log cabin, this James Beard Award-winning restaurant has been serving up its famous pan-fried chicken since 1933.

The menu boasts hearty, homestyle dishes that have stood the test of time. Diners rave about the crispy, juicy fried chicken, fluffy mashed potatoes smothered in peppery gravy, and the unforgettable cinnamon rolls. One reviewer noted, "The food brought me back to my childhood," highlighting the nostalgic appeal of the meals.

While the food is the star, the ambiance adds to the charm. The sloped hardwood floors and vintage decor make you feel like you're dining in your grandmother's house. However, be prepared for a wait, especially on weekends, as the restaurant's popularity often leads to long lines.

Stroud’s Oak Ridge Manor is more than just a meal; it's a Kansas City institution that offers a taste of tradition and comfort in every bite.