Tie One On Dad

Dads and shopping rarely go together — unless it’s at this weekend’s West Bottoms Urban Bazaar. Tonight, this smorgasbord of shopping and entertainment at the Foundation Room (1221 Union) pays tribute to Father’s Day with an array of dad-themed festivities. Live mannequins will sport neckties by designer Christian Michael (as well as the creations of Cali Roberta). Local bands the Life and Times, Namelessnumberheadman and the Sexy Accident will play a show called “My Dad Rocks.” Lillibelle and J.P. Wine Bar will serve up happy-hour drinks and beer flights. This weekend also marks the KC debut of Le Voler, an aerial fabric-acrobatics group that performs both days. “It’s a hard stretch to cater to dad,” says Foundation co-owner Patrick Ottesen. “Take the kids, the family, listen to rock and roll.” Friday’s shopping party goes from 5 to 9 p.m.; admission is $5 (free for kids under 12). On Saturday, the hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and admission is free all day. For more information, call 816-283-8990.

Sat., June 14, 5-9 p.m., 2008