Kids rule! Every second Saturday of the month, (May through October), themed entertainment takes over Barkley Square for mornings filled with play, laughter, and meaningful moments together.

• August 12 – “Dog Days” puppy play & dog walk Let the little ones pet the newest pups* from Wayside Waifs and learn more about adopting their own four-legged friends! Invite your well-mannered (and leashed) dog besties to this Second Saturdays for Kids! for the “ultimutt” dog party throughout the Village. Free samples and offers at restaurants, live music by Drew Six, dog walks and treats around the shops, and a raffle for a chance to win amazing prizes- all benefiting Wayside Waifs! See below for doggie stops, offers, and raffle details!

• Doggie walk drink stops at:

  • • The Bar Method
    • Bruú Café
    • Maison de Marnie (& treats too!)
    • Everyday Beaut
    • BurgerFi – (& treats too!)
    • Mission Taco Joint – (& treats too!)
    • Breakout KC – (& treats too!)

• Special event offers:

  • • BurgerFi – Buy one hot dog, get one FREE!
    • Mission Taco Joint – $1 of each Mexi-Cali Bulldog drink order will be donated to Wayside Waifs (10am – 2pm)
    • Maison de Marnie – 20% off one item (10am – 2pm)

• Raffle tickets benefitting Wayside Waifs: $5 per ticket, $10 for 3 tickets, $15 for 5 tickets

  (Cash or Credit Card on-site)

  • Grand Prize Package:
    • Aloft – One FREE night stay (pet friendly too!)
    • Bamboo Penny’s $100 Gift Card
    • Plate $100 Gift Card
    • Breakout KC – FREE Escape Room experience for 4
    • Mission Taco Joint – $25 Gift Card
  • 2nd Place Prize Package:
    • Everyday Beaut – Gift basket to include a lash service & artisanal spa items
    • Bamboo Penny’s $50 Gift Card
    • BurgerFi $50 Gift Card
    • RA Sushi $60 Gift Card
  • 3rd Place Prize Package:
    • Maison de Marnie – Luxury candle & soap
    • Bamboo Penny’s $50 Gift Card
    • Mission Taco Joint $25 Gift Card
    • One FREE week at The Bar Method
• *Puppy appearances are based on availability and good health of puppies. Donations to Wayside Waifs are not mandatory but appreciated at the event.

Mark your calendars for the entire FREE Second Saturdays for Kids! series:

• May 13: Flower bar experience & live music
• July 8: Summer Foam Party!
• July 23 (*Sunday*): Bubble Party & Tattoos!
• August 12: “Dog Days” puppy play w/ Wayside Waifs
• September 9: Bounce house & live music
• October 14: “Boneyard” Halloween marionette show & puppet workshop