3/27/2010
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12/31/2010
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Memories of Korea Exhibit at Truman Library
Description:
Commemorating the 60th anniversary of the start of the Korean War. the exhibit will help visitors feel the impact of the Korean conflict and legacy through the eyes of those who lived there, who fought there, and who were permanently changed by what happened there. Organized around four cultural themes - culture and history, antecedents, war, and legacy, the exhibit will explore the rich culture of Korea; the political winds that led to the first battle of the Cold War; forgotten and newly declassified details that shed new light on the conflict; and the story of the war's aftermath, now six decades long. Call (800) 833-1225. www.trumanlibrary.org
Location:
Truman Presidential Museum & Library, 500 W. 24 Highway
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9/1/2010
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9/30/2010
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"A Stitch in Time" Display at Bingham
Description:
During the month of September enjoy the Nimble Thimbles annual quilt show. (816) 461-3491
Location:
Bingham-Waggoner Estate, 313 W. Pacific
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9/1/2010
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9/30/2010
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"Great Grandmother Fritzlen's Quilts" at the Depot
Description:
Vintage quilts on display at the Depot during September. (816) 325-7955. Donations welcomed.
Location:
Chicago & Alton Depot, 318 W. Pacific
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9/1/2010
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7/31/2011
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"Hazelle's Competitors" Puppets
Description:
A special long-running exhibit of puppets made by other companies which competed with the Hazelle Rollins Kansas City factory includes Pelham puppets from England; Peter Puppet Playthings from Long Island, New York; Virginia Curtis puppets from California; Mexican puppets and more. Also featured are Robert Smith's marionettes of Hazelle and Woody Rollins from the show, "Puppet Factory", which tells the story about Hazelle's world famous business. Free with admission. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tues -Sat. $3 adults; $1.50 to age 16 (extra to make a puppet). (816) 833-9777 or www.hazelle.org
Location:
Puppetry Arts Institute, 11025 E. Winner Road
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9/2/2010
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Women on the Trails
Description:
2:00 pm. Regular museum admission rates.
Explore the stories of women on the trails during this 30-minute guided tour.
Location:
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific
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9/3/2010
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9/6/2010
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Santa-Cali-Gon Festival
Description:
Craft and food booths, musical entertainment, carnival over Labor Weekend on the Historic Square. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, (816) 252-4745
Location:
Historic Independence Square, Main, Maple, Liberty and Lexington
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9/3/2010
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September Highlighted Exhibits at Leila's Hair Museum
Description:
Highlighted exhibits in September during regular Friday and Saturday tours are:
Sept 3-4 "Departed School Friend" Mourning Wreath;
Sept 10-11 Faith, Hope and Charity;
Sept 17-18 Dinger Family Wreath; and
Sept 24-25 First White Child born in Wisconsin.
Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tues-Sat. Call (816) 833-2955.
Location:
Leila's Hair Museum, 1333 S. Noland Rd
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9/4/2010
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33rd Annual Quilt Show (Santa-Cali-Gon)
Description:
New and vintage quilts and related items will be on display over the Labor Day Holiday weekend at the Roger T. Sermon Community Center. Vendors will be on hand with material, kits, quilting supplies and demonstrations. Admission is free, donations are accepted at the door. Call 816-325-7370 or Alta Short, 816-257-5588, for more information.
The quilt show is September 4 - September 6
10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday
Noon - 6 p.m., Sunday
10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday
This is a free event for the entire family.
Location:
Sermon Center, 201 N. Dodgion (SE Corner of Truman & Noland Rd.)
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9/4/2010
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9/6/2010
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Annual Quilt Show on Labor Day Weekend at the Sermon Center
Description:
On the 4th 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; the 5th 12-6 p.m.; and the 6th 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (816) 325-7370
Location:
Sermon Center, 201 N. Dodgion (SE Corner of Truman & Noland Rd.)
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9/5/2010
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33rd Annual Quilt Show (Santa-Cali-Gon)
Description:
New and vintage quilts and related items will be on display over the Labor Day Holiday weekend at the Roger T. Sermon Community Center. Vendors will be on hand with material, kits, quilting supplies and demonstrations. Admission is free, donations are accepted at the door. Call 816-325-7370 or Alta Short, 816-257-5588, for more information.
The quilt show is September 4 - September 6
10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday
Noon - 6 p.m., Sunday
10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday
This is a free event for the entire family.
Location:
Sermon Center, 201 N. Dodgion (SE Corner of Truman & Noland Rd.)
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9/6/2010
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33rd Annual Quilt Show (Santa-Cali-Gon)
Description:
New and vintage quilts and related items will be on display over the Labor Day Holiday weekend at the Roger T. Sermon Community Center. Vendors will be on hand with material, kits, quilting supplies and demonstrations. Admission is free, donations are accepted at the door. Call 816-325-7370 or Alta Short, 816-257-5588, for more information.
The quilt show is September 4 - September 6
10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday
Noon - 6 p.m., Sunday
10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday
This is a free event for the entire family.
Location:
Sermon Center, 201 N. Dodgion (SE Corner of Truman & Noland Rd.)
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9/6/2010
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Meet Harry Truman at the Truman Library
Description:
Niel Johnson portrays Harry Truman in a special appearance at the Library on Labor Day. Visitors will be able to ask the former president about the challenges and decisions of his presidency, pose for a photo with Harry, or take in an impromptu press conference held by Mr. Truman. 10 a.m-2:30 p.m. (800) 833-1225
Location:
Truman Presidential Museum & Library, 500 W. 24 Highway
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9/7/2010
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Dippin' Dogs
Description:
After the close of the season for its human patrons, Adventure Oasis will open
just for your canine friends! Aggressive dogs not allowed. One dog per adult (age 18+). Children must be accompanied by an adult. One dollar of each entry fee will be donated to the Independence Animal Shelter.
Fee: $2 per dog
Location:
Adventure Oasis Waterpark, 2100 S. Hub Dr.
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9/9/2010
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Women on the Trails
Description:
2:00 pm. Regular museum admission rates.
Explore the stories of women on the trails during this 30-minute guided tour.
Location:
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific
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9/11/2010
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Ballroom Dance
Description:
Basic ballroom dance instructions available at 6 p.m. the day of the dance for $2 per person.
Dance fee: $8 per person $15 per couple
For more information call (816) 325-7843
Location:
Truman Memorial Building, 416 W. Maple
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9/11/2010
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Block of the Month Quilt Workshop
Description:
Beginning at 10 a.m. Cost of $20 per person includes fabric kit. Advance reservations are required. Call 325-7575.
Quilter Sharron Gregg facilitates this wonderful quilt workshop that will recreate the beautiful commemorative NFTM quilt hanging in our museum store, only on a smaller scale. Each month participants will work on two squares. Fee includes fabric kit, threads, and templates. Bring your own needles, scissors, and thimble.
Location:
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific
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9/11/2010
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National Senior Center Month
Description:
Experience what The Palmer Center has to offer to seniors in the community. Come celebrate exciting events throughout National Senior Center month for your enjoyment.
9 a.m. Saturday, September 11
Grandparent’s Day Breakfast. Grandparents and their grandchildren can have cartoon caricature done, play the Wii together, enjoy a delicious breakfast and a morning of fun.
Fee: $5 adults, $3 children, pre-registration required by Sep 8.
1 p.m. Friday, September 17
Bingo and dessert bar. Just show up, play and indulge!
1 p.m. Tuesday, September 28
50+ Talent Show. First, second and third place winners will be recognized.
Pre-registration is required by September 25.
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