2/1/2012
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7/31/2012
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Art and Marionettes of Robert LeRoy Smith
Description:
A long running special exhibit featuring the artwork of marionettes of famous puppeteer Robert LeRoy Smith, an Artist-in-Residence on the facility of the Music Arts Institute who taught marionette building, playwriting and performance.
February 1- July 31, 2012; Tuesday - Saturday
Included with regular admission: $3 adults; $1.50 under 16 (extra fee to make puppet)
(816) 833-9777 or www.hazelle.org
Location:
Puppetry Arts Institute, 11025 E. Winner Road
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2/1/2012
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2/26/2012
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Organ Demonstration Recitals
Description:
Organ demonstration recitals on world class organs, alternating between the Temple and Auditorium in the world headquarters complex of the Community of Christ.
Sundays only, 3:00 to 3:30 p.m.
(816) 833-1000 or www.CofChrist.org for details
Location:
Community of Christ Temple. 201 S. River
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2/1/2012
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4/30/2012
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Witnesses of Christ
Description:
Noted artist Liz Lemon Swindle has created a narrative of the life of Jesus Christ as illustrated in a series of paintings in this moving display.
FREE, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily
(816) 836-3466 or www.lds.org
Location:
Mormon Visitors Center, 937 W. Walnut
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2/2/2012
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African Americans in the West
Description:
Regular museum admission rates. 2:00 pm. In honor of African American History Month, we will explore the lives of several African Americans who took to the trails in mid-19th century America.
Location:
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific
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2/4/2012
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Amazing African American Art
Description:
10:00 am - 12:00 pm. $10 per person. Children's Art Workshop - Have a marvelous time sculpting, painting, creating, and exporing the world of African American Art. Your instructor, Sarah Poff, has taught workshops in Blue Springs and the greater Kansas City area for over 25 years. She also teaches art in the Blue Springs School District. Mrs. Poff usually comes dressed for the occasion and encourages participants to wear appropriate clothing as some projects are fun, but messy! Advance reservations are required.
Location:
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific
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2/5/2012
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Super Bowl XIII Organ Recital
Description:
Jan Kraybill plays on Super Bowl Sunday in her thirteenth annual concert, focusing on the music of Franz Liszt and others in this Dome and Spire event.
Sunday, February 5
3 p.m.
Freewill offering
(816) 833-1000 or visit www.CofChrist.org for details
Location:
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2/9/2012
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African Americans in the West
Description:
Regular museum admission rates. 2:00 pm. In honor of African American History Month, we will explore the lives of several African Americans who took to the trails in mid-19th century America.
Location:
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific
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2/11/2012
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Disney's Phineas and Ferb: The Best Live Tour Ever
Description:
Phineas and Ferb create their biggest invention yet! Phineas, Ferb, and the whole tri-state area gang are jumping out from behind your TV and onto the stage in a live action adventure right here at the Independence Events Center. From Feld Entertainment, the producers of Disney on Ice, families can experience the witty humor and upbeat music of the hit Disney channel series.
Saturday, February 11, 2012
1 p.m, 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.
For tickets: http:/www.ticketmaster.com or (816) 442-6139
Location:
Independence Events Center, 19100 E. Valley View Parkway
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2/11/2012
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Talkin' Truman Program
Description:
Truman Library archivists will commemorate Harry S. Truman throughout 2012 with informative programs highlighting rarely seen and unique items from the Truman Library's collection.
February 11
11 a.m.
Included with paid museum admission: $8 adults, $7 seniors, $3 ages 6-15
(816) 268-8200 or (800) 833-1225 or www.trumanlibrary.org
Location:
Truman Library and Museum, 500 W. 24 Highway
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2/13/2012
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Bess's Birthday Tea Celebration
Description:
Bess's Birthday Tea Celebration
February 13, 2012
2-3 p.m.
Included with Museum admission: $8 adults, $7 seniors, $3 ages 6-15
(816) 268-8200 or www.trumanlibrary.org
Location:
Truman Presidential Museum & Library, 500 W. 24 Highway
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2/16/2012
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African Americans in the West
Description:
Regular museum admission rates. 2:00 pm. In honor of African American History Month, we will explore the lives of several African Americans who took to the trails in mid-19th century America.
Location:
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific
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2/17/2012
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1/18/2013
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Englewood Art Walk - Third Fridays
Description:
The galleries in the Englewood Station Shopping District, Winner and Sterling Roads open their doors to art lovers. See artists in action, demonstrations and live music, refreshments and a chance to get up close and personal with locally produced prints, photography, oils, sculpture, jewelry and mixed media.
Third Fridays
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
FREE
(816) 252-3372 or www.englewoodstation.com
Location:
Englewood Station Shopping District, 10900 E. Winner Rd.
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2/18/2012
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The Doll's Story of Little Red Riding Hood
Description:
Puppeteer Emma McLean of Wit and Whimsy Puppets presents a Czech style marionette show adapted from the Tasha Tudor book.
Saturday, February 18
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
$5 includes admission and a finger puppet
(816) 833-9777 or www.hazelle.org
Location:
Puppetry Arts Institute, 11025 E. Winner Road
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2/20/2012
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President's Day
Description:
Meet Harry S. Truman, as portrayed by historian and re-enactor Neil Johnson and sample treats from the Presidential Cookies cookbook, home-baked and served by Museum volunteers while they last.
Monday, February 20
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Included with Museum admission: $8 adults, $7 seniors, $3 ages 6-15
(816) 268-8200 or (800) 833-1225 or www.trumanlibrary.org
Location:
Truman Library and Museum, 500 W. 24 Highway
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2/23/2012
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African Americans in the West
Description:
Regular museum admission rates. 2:00 pm. In honor of African American History Month, we will explore the lives of several African Americans who took to the trails in mid-19th century America.
Location:
National Frontier Trails Museum, 318 W. Pacific
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2/24/2012
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Known and Unknown by Donald Rumsfeld
Description:
Former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld will share memories and insights from his half-century career in American politics. His memoir, Known and Unknown, traces that career from Rumsfeld's first political job on Capitol Hill during Eisenhower administration to his term as Secretary of Defense for President George W. Bush.
FREE
3 p.m.
(816) 268-8200 or www.trumanlibrary.org
Location:
Truman Library and Museum, 500 W. 24 Highway
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