The Arts are alive in Kansas City this fall, and the August issue is dedicated to those organizations that add so much to our town's livability. There's a complete guide to what's waiting in the wings for the 2024-2025 arts scene. The Q&A is with Shelley Washington, a Kansas City native and an acclaimed contemporary composer, whose recent composition premiered with the Kansas City Symphony. The humble sandwich is a staple for lunch or a casual dinner. Our food writer, Jenny Vergara, lists the 11 best hand-helds in town. The home feature is a ceramic artist's art-filled home in Rockhill, just steps from the Nelson-Atkins Museum. Departments and columns include beauty and fashion; entertaining; expanded arts and culture coverage; dining out and dining in, including recipes and up-to-date info on KC's restaurant and bar scene.