Friday, Nov. 09, 2012
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ReprintTate Stevens watch party
The public is invited to help cheer for Belton native Tate Stevens on the X Factor at a watch party every Wednesday at the Belton High School Freshmen Center Commons. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. The event is free, but a donation of kid-friendly, non-perishable food item is appreciated. T-shirts and concessions will be available to benefit local children. Don’t forget to bring your cell phones or other mobile devices to vote after the show. For more information, contact Marla Elliston at 816-348-2738 or melliston@bsd124.org.
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Gifts from the heart
For parents who aren’t able to afford Christmas gifts for their children age 15 and under, Heart-N-Hand will be taking intake requests 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 10; 4-8 p.m. Nov. 13, and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 1, at their headquarters, 122 Lillard Ave., Belton. Participants must be able to prove Cass County residency.
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Thanksgiving dinner
The Garden City United Methodist Church invites the public to the church’s nnnual turkey dinner at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10. Turkey, brisket, potatoes, vegetables, dessert and a drink will be served. Cost is $9 for adulds, $5 for children 8-12 years of age, and age 7 and under are free. The evening will also feature a drawing for a homemade quilt by the UMC Quilters.
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Women’s health clinic
The Women’s Health Services Belton clinics will be held Nov. 13, 15, 21, 27 and 29, at 119 Congress St. Participants must call for an appointment and cancellations should be made at least 24 hours in advance. For more information, or to make an appointment, call 1-888-577-4640.
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Holiday crafts show
The Downtown Peculiar Arts & Culture District will be hosting a Handcrafted Holiday Arts & Fine Crafts show, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at Brierly Hall, 163 W. Center St., Peculiar. The event will feature unique, handcrafted items for gifts and holiday season decorations. Entertainment and door prizes will also be available. Interested vendors should contact tchc@fairpoint.net or call 816-806-3698. The Frog Pond, 157 S. Peculiar Dr., in downtown Peculiar, will also be hosting a holiday shopping event, from 12-5 p.m.
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Veteran’s breakfast and assembly
The Archie PTO will host the annual Veteran’s Day breakfast on Monday, Nov. 12, from 7:50-8:15 a.m., in the district commons. An assembly will follow at 8:30 a.m. in the dome gym.
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Grief support
Serenity Care Hospice is offering a “Grief During the Holidays” support group Monday, Nov. 12, and Monday, Nov. 26, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Tri-Cor Building, 1626 E. Elm, Harrisonville. The group will aim to provide attendees opportunities to explore feelings, strategies for coping during the holidays and support from others who have experienced a loss. Public is invited, and there is no charge to participate. For more information, call 816-380-3913.
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DAV meeting
The Disabled American Veterans Chapter No. 67 of Butler will be at the Masonic Lodge ,709 Old Seven Highway, Garden, City, on Tuesday, Nov. 13, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. to assist veterans in applying for their benefits. For more information, call Darrel Rogers at 816-738-4536 or email bbseren@gmail.com.
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Transition fair
The Cass County Transition Coordinators invite families of Belton, Raymore-Peculiar, Cass-Midway, Pleasant Hill, and Harrisonville school districts the annual Cass County Transition Fair Tuesday, Nov. 13, from 6-8 p.m, at Harrisonville High School. Representatives from local and regional agencies specializing in providing services to individuals and families with special needs will be available to give information and answer questions in the Harrisonville High School Multi-purpose Room. Included in those agencies are: Vocational Rehabilitation, Life Care Planning, Pathways Community Behavioral Health, CASCO Area Workshop, Rehabilitation Institute of Kansas City, and The Whole Person, MPACT and many more. Additionally, there will be four breakout sessions for students and families to choose from on specific topics, such as guardianship and vocational support and training.
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American Legion meeting
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 488 representatives will be available to meet with those interested in learning more about the Auxiliary Nov. 17 between 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Carnegie Village, 107 Bernard Dr., Belton. The public is invited to come and learn about the veterans service organization. Eligibility for membership is based upon a veteran serving during war as declared by congress, and is open to a relationship of the veteran as: a mother, wife, daughter, sister, grandmother, granddaughter, or great-granddaughter. Contact C. Ledford at 816-808-3677 or cledford@kc.rr.com for more information.X
Art show
The Tri-County Art League will be hosting a art show 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, at Carnegie Village in Belton. Paintings will be available for sale. For more information, contact Linda Wonder (816-331-8409) or Tammie Dickerson (816-322-4776).
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Thanksgiving dinner
The Cass County Rescue Mission will serve a free Thanksgiving meal Saturday, Nov. 17, at the Harrisonville American Legion building, 303 E. Pearl St. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m., and meals will be served through 7 p.m. Gospel musical entertainment provided. Public is invited. For more information, contact Bernie Simon at 816-761-9265.
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Spaghetti dinner
The Bayard Chapter No. 179 Order of the Eastern Star will host an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18, at the Masonic Lodge in Harrisonville, 405 N. Independence. Meal will include bread, salad, drink and dessert. Cost is $7 for adults and $5 for kids ages 5-11. Kids under 5 years old are free. Carryout available.
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PHHS fundraiser
Pleasant Hill High School is welcoming Branson’s Liverpool Legends to perform their Branson show to benefit the Pleasant Hill High School Music Department. Peformances will be 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.
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Quilt guild meeting
The Raymore Quilt Guild will meet 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 19, at the Raymore Baptist Church, Hwy 58 and Washington Street.
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VFW meeting
The VFW Post 4409 Harrisonville invites all members to attend their monthly meeting held the third Monday at 7 p.m. at the Post Headquarters, 1804 N. Commercial. The next regular is Monday, Nov. 19. For more information, call Larry Truman (816-518-3264 or emailntrbu89@yahoo.com).
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Cattlemen’s meeting
The Cass-Jackson Cattlemen’s Association will hold its next meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20 at the Harrisonville Community Center.
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DAV meeting
The Disabled American Veterans Chapter No. 67 of Butler invites all disabled veterans to attend their held monthly on the third Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Bates County Museum Next meeting is Wednesday, Nov. 21, For more information, call Larry Truman (816-518-3264 or emailntrbu89@yahoo.com).
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Preschool story time
Preschool storytime at the Harrisonville branch of the Cass County Library is in full swing through Wednesday, Nov. 28. Sessions are held at 11a.m. on both Tuesdays or Wednesdays, and include alphabet fun with stories, songs and crafts.
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Hanging of the greens
Area residents are invited to the Faith Baptist Church of Harrisonville for the "Hanging of the Green" service on Sunday, Dec. 2. The event begins at 5 p.m. with a light meal and the making of a tree decoration. At 6:30 p.m., the program includes children helping hang the Christmas green with Bible readings and Christmas hymns. The church is located at 23705 E. State Route 2. For more information, call 816-884-5200.
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Toddler story time
The Harrisonville branch of the Cass County Public Library will be hosting a toddler storytime on Wednesdays, through Nov. 14, at 9 a.m. The storytime will include approximately 20 minutes of stories, music and finger plays for toddlers ages 18-36 months. Each child must bring a parent or caregiver. Preregistration is required and space is limited. Register by visiting the library, or by calling 81-884-3483.
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Writer’s club
The Harrisonville branch of the Cass County Library is hosting a Writer’s Club that meets the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 6 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to meet with other writers, share writing tips, practice with writing prompts, critique other people’s work, and more. Coffee and tea provided.
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