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For more than a decade, Buck O’Neil used his birthday to raise support for the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum! After his passing in 2006, the NLBM continued the tradition of celebrating his illustrious life!
Don’t miss “The Heart of a Champion: Buck O’Neil’s 115th Birthday Bash,” 7:30 pm, Saturday, Nov. 14th at the Gem Theater! The FUN and FUNKY event includes a concert by the legendary S.O.S. Band!
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Kansas City’s historic jazz district is home to legendary smoked meats, the stellar Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and celebrated live music clubs. It’s this combination of barbecue, baseball and bebop jam sessions that melds together for one sweet melody.
