<span class="subhead">American Legion meeting</span></p><p>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.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Art show</span></p><p>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).</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Thanksgiving dinner</span></p><p>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.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Spaghetti dinner</span></p><p>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.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">PHHS fundraiser</span></p><p>Pleasant Hill High School is welcoming Branson&#x2019;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. </p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Quilt guild meeting</span></p><p>The Raymore Quilt Guild will meet 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 19, at the Raymore Baptist Church, Hwy 58 and Washington Street.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">VFW meeting</span></p><p>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).</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Blood drive</span></p><p>The Community Blood Center, the provider of blood services to local hospitals, will be conducting a blood drive on Monday, Nov. 19, at Harrisonville Missouri Community in the Located in the Our Lady of Lourdes Church. The drive will take place 2-7 p.m. To make an appointment online go to www.esavealifenow.org and use sponsor code "HARRMOCOMM." You may also Contact Bill Ryan at 816-380-4887.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">American Sewing Guild</span></p><p>The American Sewing Guild will meet Tuesday Nov. 20, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Hancock Fabrics in Belton. November program will focus on recycling/upcycling. Have something you want to turn into something else new? Bring it and let's brainstorm; get new ideas. Visitors welcome. For more information, call 816-540-2096.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Thanksgiving dinner</span></p><p>Cornerstone Baptist Church in Harrisonville is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for the community 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20. No charge. For more information, call 816-318-0116 and 816-803-4368.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Cattlemen&#x2019;s meeting</span></p><p>The Cass-Jackson Cattlemen&#x2019;s Association will hold its next meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20 at the Harrisonville Community Center.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Canned food drive</span></p><p>Golden Years in Harrisonville is hosting a food drive to donate to the local community food pantry through Friday, Nov. 30. Non-perishable food and canned goods accepted.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Tate Stevens watch party</span></p><p>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&#x2019;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.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">DAV meeting</span></p><p>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).</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Grief support</span></p><p>Serenity Care Hospice is offering a &#x201C;Grief During the Holidays&#x201D; support group 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. </p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Preschool story time</span></p><p>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.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Hanging of the greens</span></p><p>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.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Gun and knife show</span></p><p>The Adrian Optimist Gun and Knife Show, sponsored by the Adreian Optomist Club, will be 5-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7; 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8; and 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Sunday, Dec. 9. Admission is $5 per day. Childen under age 10 are free. For more information, contact Jim Binkley at 816-213-7247.</p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Musical performance</span></p><p>A benefit for Operation Santa, Antonia Studios will be presenting, &#x201C;Yes, Virgina.&#x201D; The show will be at the Belton High Freshman Center on Sunday. Dec. 9 with 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. showings. Tickets are $5 for children 3-12 and $10 for adults. Tickets can be purchased online at www.sendomatic.com/yesvirginia or at select retailers in the Belton/Raymore area. </p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Writer&#x2019;s club</span></p><p>The Harrisonville branch of the Cass County Library is hosting a Writer&#x2019;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&#x2019;s work, and more. Coffee and tea provided. </p><p>X</p><p><span class="subhead">Alcoholics Anonymous meeting</span></p><p>Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays at Church of the Nazerene, 2305 E. South St., Harrisonville. Meetings are closed and nonsmoking.</p><p>X