Shrimpin’

Watching the BP disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, blogger and green-business owner Gary Walker felt compelled to help. Among his experiences: 17 hours on a New Orleans shrimp boat. When he returned to the metro, he wanted to connect resources in the Midwest with relief organizations. That’s how Heartland Loves the Gulf was formed. From 6 to 11 p.m., the organization throws an old-fashioned shrimp boil at Gail’s Harley-Davidson (5900 East 150 Highway in Grandview). Expect Boulevard Beer and live music by Ninety 2 Nothin’ and the Sounds of Free Space. Tickets cost $25 a person; proceeds go to grassroots organizations that provide respirators to fishermen and assist with cleanup efforts. For more information, call 816-525-2802 or see heartlandlovesthegulf.com.

Fri., July 30, 6-11 p.m., 2010