First
Tuesdays
Fuel your body and your brain!
First Tuesdays
January 6
- 6:30 pm

Join us Tuesday, January 6, at Centriq Training, 1740 W 92nd St KCMO, for a book club discussion of Force of Nature by Joan M. Griffin. We’ll have snacks and socializing at 6:30pm, followed by a short meeting and our discussion at 7pm. Even if you haven’t read the book, please come – it will be a great opportunity to learn and share!
When: 6:30 pm
Where: Centriq Training 1740 W 92nd St., KCMO 64114
Past First Tuesdays
July 11, 2023 — Moving to the 2nd Tues to avoid the July 4th holiday. “Living in Congruence” workshop with Erin Fajen
Aug 1, 2023 — Stretch Lab demo
Sept 5, 2023 — Hula hooping for fun and fitness
Oct 3, 2023 — Inspiration from two amazing women who had to change their approach to swimming/running/biking after a stroke and an auto accident.
Nov 7, 2023 — Cooking demo with tasting and a fitness clothing/gear swap.
Dec 5, 2023 — Holiday Party & PaceSetter Award
Jan 2, 2024 — Goal setting for the New Year
Feb 6, 2024 — Special screening of the documentary “Go On, Be Brave”.
Mar 5, 2024 — Nutrition to fuel your running/walking
Apr 2, 2024 — Kristin Summers on holistic self-care tools and resources
May 7, 2024 — Kelly Trowbridge on mindfulness while running/walking.
June 4, 2024 — Open House! Socialize and learn more about KC Express.
July 2, 2024 — Alex Warden-Michl, a pelvic floor physical therapist.
Aug 6, 2024 — Benefits of pilates with Bodybar Fitness Studio
Sept 3, 2024 — Ziva Patt-Rappaport on marathoning & staying healthy.
Oct 1, 2024 — Open Forum: sharing ideas to help each other keep going.
Nov 4, 2024 — No Meeting; Election Day. VOTE!
Dec 3, 2024 — Holiday Party and Marilyn Lappin on her running journey and World Majors marathons.
Jan 7, 2025 — No meeting due to weather conditions.
Feb 4, 2025 — Life Coach and Legacy Liberator Andrea Luzon discussed 2025 intentions and “Contentment Keys”.
Mar 4, 2025 — Brooke Salvaggio of URBAVORE Urban Farm & Compost Collective KC discussed her businesses as a model for urban sustainability.
Apr 1, 2025 — Coach Helen led us through a strength session and discussion.
May 6, 2025 — Luis Altoro, the co-owner of Comfort Plus shoe store spoke on the importance of caring for our feet and proper shoes.
June 3, 2025 — Marlene Mawson on “The Origin and Expansion of Women’s Competitive Athletics in America.
July 1, 2025 — Send off for longtime KCE member Christy Hudak.
August 5, 2025 — Dr. Sarah Ballantyne of Nutrivore.
September 2, 2025 — KCE members discussed their latest finds and favorites
October 7, 2025 — Dr. Robert Sindorf of Elite Chiro Care
November 6, 2025 — Jill Stoppel-Davis of Excel Wellness Studio discussed midlife health and fitness