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Recreational Facilities
Overland Park Farmers’Market
The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is rated as one of the best in metropolitan Kansas City. Cooking Light magazine, Tripping.com, Small Business Trends and Only in Your State have named it “the best farmers’ market in Kansas.” Not just a place to buy produce, the OPFM is where the community gathers for farm-fresh produce, local products, musical entertainment and events. Available items include fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, baked goods, honey, pasta, olive oil, nuts, salsa, jams, jelly and hot prepared food. Many of Kansas City’s top chefs shop at the market to aid in creating seasonal dishes. The area’s best musicians perform free concerts, and there are cooking demos and kids’ activities throughout the season. The 2020 season opens just in time for Easter festivities on Saturday, April 11.
Sykes/Lady Overland Park Golf Course – with brand new clubhouse!
A brand-new state-of-the-art clubhouse at Sykes/Lady is open. An outstanding feature of the new facility is Club 27 Restaurant, which boasts an indoor and outdoor restaurant and bar, and has private party rooms available to rent out. Sykes/Lady is the most-played golf course in the Kansas City metropolitan area, offering a wide range of play with 27 regulation golf holes (south, north and west), along with a challenging 9-hole, Par 3 Course. Golfers of all skills enjoy this course for its challenges, playability, design, and park-like setting with panoramic views and large bentgrass greens. Sykes/Lady features a driving range, chipping green and putting greens, and a full-service pro shop specializing in top-name equipment and apparel. Professional club fittings are available on-site. For a tee time or restaurant reservations, visit golfop.com or call 913-890-1600.
St.Andrews Golf Course
St. Andrews is the most popular 18-hole golf course in the Kansas City metro. Golfers enjoy this Ozark-feeling, tree-lined course that challenges both novice and experienced golfers with five sets of tees. An array of unique programs are available, including private and group lessons for adult and junior golfers. The course hosts a number of leagues for both social and competitive golfers. St. Andrews features a lighted driving range with extended hours, chipping and putting greens, and a full-service pro shop specializing in top-name equipment and apparel. Find an extensive menu and full bar at the Greenside Grill, which offers both indoor and outdoor seating. The Highlands Room at St. Andrews offers unique wedding and banquet facilities for groups of 25-300, featuring beautiful views of the golf course and a large outdoor terrace. Call 913-890-1650 or visit golfop.com for more information.
Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead
Established in 1978, the Farmstead is designed to depict an early 1900s Kansas family farm. This beautiful and diverse attraction provides a fun, safe and educational farm environment that cultivates an appreciation of farm life, wildlife and Kansas Heritage. The Farmstead reopens for the
season on April 1.
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