Friday, Jan. 06, 2012
January 6 Community Calendar
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Coats for Kids launches for seventh year It is time for Country Club Bank’s annual Coats for Kids project. Coats for Kids is a program reaching out to the public schools in our local communities. Working with school counselors, bank employees are able to identify those children in need of a new warm winter coat. To help in this effort, make a monetary donation at any of the bank’s five financial center locations in Cass County, or make a check payable to Coats for Kids and mail to: Coats for Kids; 100 E. Pearl St., Harrisonville, MO 64701.
Kidney disease classes offered Free Empower Kidney Disease classes are available from 5 to 7 p.m. each Tuesday through 2011 at four separate Kansas City area locations. On the second Tuesday of every month, a class will be held at Truman Medical Center Lakewood in Lee’s Summit for people who live in the southeastern area of greater Kansas City. Tuesday, Jan. 10, will be the next class at Truman Medical Center Lakewood. Call 816-842-0076 to register for these classes.
SWCD announces Board of Supervisor elections The Cass County Soil and Water Conservation District will be hold its election for Board of Supervisors at its Annual Banquet Dinner on Friday, March 16, at the Trade Fair Hall in Harrisonville. Voting hours will be from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the USDA Office, located at 1000 West Wall St., Harrisonville, and polls will reopen at the banquet from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Supervisor positions up for election are Area 2, the area north of M-2 Highway and East of U.S. 71; and Area 4, the area south of M-2 Highway and west of U.S. 71. Agricultural landowners or residents interested in running as a candidate should contact one of the following: Area 2, Jim Schrock, William Groll or Max Schmoll; Area 4, Ted Zellmer, Kevin Anderson or Kevin Iseman. These individuals make up the two nominating committees for the areas and are responsible for putting names on the ballot and answering any questions regarding the qualifications to be a supervisor and running for a supervisor position. Please contact the SWCD/USDA office at 816-884-3391 with questions.
Watershed Alliance to meet The South Grand River Watershed Alliance is a local, not-for-profit, all volunteer organization working to promote water quality throughout the South Grand River Watershed. Meetings are held at 4:45 p.m., the second Monday of each month at the office of PWSD No. 10 in Peculiar. For further information about the SGRWA and to contact us, visit our Website at www.southgrandwatershed.com.
Harrisonville Senior Citizens Housing plans stockholders meeting Harrisonville Senior Citizens Housing Inc. will hold its Annual Stockholders' Meeting at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6, in the Community Building at Foxcroft, 200 Pheasant Dr., Harrisonville. To participate in the meeting and vote on the actions discussed, attendees must be a shareholder of at least one share. Items on the agenda include filling vacancies on the Board of Directors and discussion items from those attending. For additional information, call Mary Parker at 816-884-6331.
Jazz & Tap offered through Belton Parks The Belton Park Department will offer two dance classes for a 16-week session, running Jan. 13-May 4, 2012, for youth ages six to 12 years. Jazz & Tap, designed specifically for 6 to 10 year olds, will be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Fridays. Ballet Strength & Style, designed for 8 to 12 year olds, will be held from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Fridays Both classes are held at the High Blue Wellness Center, 16400 N. Mullen Road. The cost for each class is $140 for the spring session if registered by Jan. 6, 2012, with monthly payment plans available. The cost is $160 if registered after Jan. 6., 2012. For more information contact Jessica Carey at 816-348-7400, ext. 7416. Registrations are accepted at the Wellness Center or online at www.beltonparks.org .
Library conducts scrapbooking workshop The Genealogy Branch of Cass County Public Library will present a workshop entitled “Heritage Scrapbooking Workshop Using Photoshop Techniques.” Vicky Gray will present this two-part workshop on Saturday, Jan. 7, and Saturday, Jan. 14, from 9 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., in the Harrisonville Library computer lab. This is hands-on computer class – computer skills are necessary. There is a $5 fee for class supplies and handouts. Bring photographs to the class. Registration is required as seating is limited. To register, contact the Genealogy Branch Library, at 816-884-6285. The library’s computer lab is located at 400 East Mechanic in Harrisonville.
VFW plans boiled shrimp dinner The VFW Men’s Auxiliary Post 4409 in Harrisonville will hold its boiled shrimp dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, at the VFW Hall, 1804 N. Commercial St., Harrisonville. One pound of shrimp will be served for $12, all you can eat shrimp is $20 and a plate of pork roast is $8.50.
St. Peter’s plans annual gumbo dinner St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 400 W. Wall, Harrisonville, will hold its annual gumbo dinner from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, at the church. The menu includes New Orleans style gumbo, red beans and rice, french bread, bread pudding, wine, coffee or tea. The price is $9 per person. This year’s honoree will be the late Lee Findley, and proceeds will benefit the Harrisonville Summer Backpack program.
Cattlemen’s Association to meet The Cass and Jackson County Cattlemen’s Association will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, at the Community Center on North Jefferson Parkway in Harrisonville.
Women’s Health Services dates set for Cass County The Women’s Health Services Belton clinics will be held Tuesday, Jan. 10; Wednesday, Jan. 18; Thursday, Jan. 19; and Tuesday, Jan. 24. The clinic is located at 119 Congress St. Appointments are also available for supply pickup. The Harrisonville clinics will be held Wednesday, Jan. 11; and Wednesday, Jan. 25. The Harrisonville clinic is located at 200 N. Oakland. Participants must call for an appointment and cancellations should be made at least 24 hours in advance. Services include comprehensive exams such as clinical breast exams, Pap smears, pelvic, HIV and sexually transmitted disease testing and treatment, pregnancy testing, reproductive and contraceptive counseling as well as the issuance of contraceptive supplies. Charges for the services are based on a sliding scale according to household income. Persons desiring appointments should contact the Women’s Health Services division of the West Central Missouri Community Action Agency. Funding for these clinics is provided in part by the Health Care Foundation of Greater Kansas City. For an appointment or more information, call toll free 888-577-4640, or locally 816-322-5012.
Blood drive planned at Our Lady of Lourdes Celebrate National Donor Month by donating blood at a blood drive planned for Monday, Jan. 16, from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 2700 E. Mechanic, Harrisonville. To make an appointment, call Jack Atteberry at 816-405-9992 or Carol Howell at 816-884-2150. Appointments may also be made online at www.savealifenow.org, using the sponsor code HARRMOCOMM. A total of 42 pints were collected during the last drive, surpassing previous months.
Collector’s Office to host retirement party A retirement party will be held for Donna Schmidt of the Cass County Collector’s Office from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13. The cake and punch reception will be held in the second floor courtroom at the Cass County Courthouse, 102 E. Wall, Harrisonville. For more information, contact Pam Shipley at pams@casscounty.com.
Library to host eBook event The Cass County Public Library’s Harrisonville branch will host an eBook event at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19. The demonstration will cover the different eBook readers and devices, preparing devices to check out eBooks and the process for checking out and downloading eBooks. Supported devices include the Kindle, Nook, Sony Reader, iPad, Androis and more. The event will be held at the library, 400 E. Mechanic, Harrisonville. For more information, call 816-884-3483.
Recycling events set for Belton, Freeman Two regularly scheduled mobile recycling events will be held this Saturday and Sunday. At Belton, the event will be held at 609 Minnie Ave., north of Memorial Park and behind Carnegie Village. In Freeman, the event will be held at 105 E. Main on the east side of City Hall. Both events are open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. For a list of accepted materials and those not accepted, as well as the monthly schedule for all the recycling events, please check www.casscountysustainability.com or call 816-779-6708.
Bethlehem Lutheran plans 25th anniversary Bethlehem Lutheran Church of Raymore invites the community to join in celebrating the church’s 25th anniversary on Sunday, Jan. 8. There will be a Special Worship Service at 9 a.m., followed immediately by a Fellowship Brunch. The church is located at 310 Johnston Parkway in Raymore, at the corner of M-58 Highway and Johnston Parkway.
Freeman Cemetery Association to meet The Annual Meeting of the Freeman Cemetery Association will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, at the Freeman Community Club.
Hope Haven to host annual meeting Hope Haven of Cass County, Inc., a shelter for women who are victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and their children, will hold its annual meeting and election at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25, at Gregory’s Restaurant, 407 W. Pine (across from Sonic) in Raymore. The director, officers of the board, and committee chairs will present annual reports. A buffet will be provided at 6 p.m. Cost for the buffet is $12 for adults and children age 10 or older and $6 for children age 9 and under, for those wishing to dine at their own expense prior to the meeting. The public is invited to attend.
Cass Regional hosts diabetes support group Cass Regional Medical Center will host a Diabetes Support Group on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Cass Regional, 2800 E. Rock Haven Rd., Harrisonville. The group will meet in Conference Rooms 1 and 2, which are located directly inside the main entrance of the hospital. The meetings will cover topics surrounding diabetes and offer ways to gain a better understanding of the disease. These meetings are free to anyone who wants to attend. For more information, call Liz Whelan at 816-380-5888, ext. 6010. The meeting in February will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, to coincide with Cass Regional’s Rehabilitation Services Open House, which takes place from 4-6 p.m. The Open House will feature a Hearth Healthy Cook-Off; A1C lab draw (for a small fee), mini health screens, educational material and door prizes. For more information regarding this event, contact Whelan.
Ministers’ Fellowship meets The Belton Ministers’ Fellowship will meet at noon for lunch and fellowship at Carnegie Village on Jan. 17. They will sponsor a community service on Jan. 16 for Christian Unity on Martin Luther King’s birthday at St. Sabina Catholic Church, 700 Trevis Ave., Belton. The service is set for 7 p.m.
Cass Career Center offers spring courses Community members are invited to take advantage of fun, educational courses provided by the Cass Career Center. Courses include computer, trade and industrial, as well as enrichments offerings such as Intro to Internet and Email, Fun with Social Networking, Introducing iPad, Advanced iPad, Beginning Photoshop, Starting Your Online Marketing Business, Maximum Exposure Without Breaking the Bank: Marketing Your Small Business, OSHA 10-hour Construction Training, Basket Weaving, Creative Jewelry Making, Quilting, Cake Decorating Basics, Fly Tying and Trout Fishing Tips, Grilling Made Easy, Pruning Fruit Trees and Brambles, Digital Photography, Hunter Safety, Personal Security Tune-Up, Personal Security for the College Bound Student, AARP Driver Safety, Medical Terminology, Tips for Successful Online Learning, Pressure Canning, Fantastic Jellies and Jams, Pack a Pickle and Salsa Made Easy. Courses begin in January. For a full class schedule, course descriptions and online scheduling, go to www.harrisonvilleschools.org/communityeducation. For more information, call Cass Career Center at 816-380-3273, ext. 7223, email ogdenm@harrisonville.k12.mo.us, or visit the career center at 1600 E. Elm, Harrisonville, between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.
