The untimely loss of Kansas City Star restaurant critic Lauren Chapin left the KC culinary world devastated as were her readers, colleagues, and foodies alike. The culinary community will host the 'Four Stars for Lauren' on Thursday, January 29th which will not only honor her memory, but raise money for Lauren and husband Timothy Finn's two teenage daughters. Over 20 local restaurants are participating and will include culinary delights and drinks from local favorites like blueStem, Le Fou Frog, Jasper's, JJ's, Ophelia's, NoRTH, La Bodega and many more.

Tickets are $50 in advance and a silent auction will also be held.

What: 'Four Star's For Lauren' Benefit
When: Thursday, January 29, 2009 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Boulevard Brewery, 2501 Southwest Blvd.

To purchase tickets, please go here http://www.fourstarsforlauren.eventbrite.com/

With the economy and so many lay-offs, unemployment is at an all time high. Monster.com and NBC News have teamed up for a huge job fair on Monday, February 2nd, 2009. Bring copies of your resume to the Marriott on the Plaza (4445 Main) and dress to impress. Good luck!

Wonderscope Children's Museum opens yet another fun and entertaining exhibit for children this Friday. The new exhibit, 'H20h!' obviously deals with all things water to the merriment of children everywhere. It's there that children of all ages may do everything from squirting, splashing, and splishing to making fish prints, navigate boats and even ducks... all while learning the properties of water.

Visit the Wonderscope website for more info.

The annual Kansas City Sportshow is the official kick-off to all things outdoors and all things Spring. Whilst in the middle of winter, all you need to do is head to Bartle Hall and begin to look forward to warmer weather and enjoying the Missouri Outdoors. From boats and hunting equipment to vacations and indoor fishing, the KC Sportshow is the go-to event for sports enthusiasts and outdoor lovers everywhere.

What: Kansas City Sportshow 2009
When: January 7th-11th
Where: Kansas City Convention Center/ Bartle Hall
Admission: $9 adults, $5 Kids 13-15 , 12 & under Free