Friday, Feb. 15, 2013
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Harrisonville High School and the Wildcat Players will present “Charley’s Aunt” Feb.14-16. Cost is $5 person. Performances are at 7 p.m.
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Fish fry
Our Lady of Lourdes Knights of Columbus will host a fish fry on every Friday, beginning Friday, Feb. 15, during Lent (except Good Friday) from 5-7 p.m. at the church, 2700 E. Mechanic, Harrisonville. Menu includes of fried fish, baked fish, baked potato, tater tots, fritters, coleslaw, green beans, dessert and drink. Cost is $9 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-13, and children under 6 are free.
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Marriage conference
The state of marriage in America will be explored at Lifetree Café at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15. The program, “Is Marriage Obsolete? Why More People Are Saying, ‘I Don’t,’”will examine the declining marriage rate and the underlying causes of the trend. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. Lifetree Café is located 657 SW Second Street, Lee’s Summit..
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Princess Ball
The Harrisonville Parks and Recreation department will be hosting a father-daughter Princess Ball 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, at the Harrisonville Community Center, for a night full of dancing and fun. The ball is designed for girls ages 5-18 and the father figure in their life. The cost for the male guardian is $15 and each daughter is $5. Registration deadline is Thursday, Feb. 14. There will be an on-site photographer, flowers for sale and snacks provided.
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VFW meeting
The VFW Post 4409 Harrisonville invites all members to attend their monthly meeting held at 7 p.m. on the third Monday at the Post Headquarters, 1804 N. Commercial. The next regular meeting is Monday, Feb. 18. For more information, contact Norma Baldridge at 816-916-2666. The VFW also has two Hoveround power wheelchairs available for rent to any veteran or veteran’s spouse. For more information please contact VFW Post 4409 at 816-380-4284 or Eddie at 816-808-0351.
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Sewing guild
The American Sewing Guild will meet 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Feb. 19 for a sew-in at Belton's Hancock's. Visitors welcome; bring your machines, or just come and work. Fabric and findings are furnished. For more information, contact Anita at 816-540-2096.
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DAV meeting
The Disabled American Veterans Chapter No. 67 of Butler invites all disabled veterans to attend their monthly meeting at 1 p.m. on the third Wednesday at the Bates County Museum Next meeting is Wednesday, Feb. 20. For more information, contact Larry Truman (816-518-3264 or emailntrbu89@yahoo.com).
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Foundation breakfast
The Raymore-Peculiar Public School Foundation invites the public to breakfast to learn more about the Foundation’s work in the school district. The breakfast will be held on 7:30-8:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 21, in the Administration Building Board Room. The event will begin with a continental breakfast and continue with a presentation by the Foundation. Reservations required. Contact Jodie Huston ( 816-892-1368 or JHuston@raypec.k12.mo.us) by Feb. 15.
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Heartland open house
Heartland Christian School in Belton, is having an open house 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21. There will be opportunities to observe classrooms in session, talk with administrators, and view the curriculum. Open house enrollees receive a 10 percent tuition discount. For more information, call 816-331-1000.
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Chili supper
The United Methodist Men’s Annual Chili dinner will be 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at the Harrisonville United Methodist Church, 2600 E. Mechanic St. Chili, drink and dessert provided. Vegetable soup and hot dogs also provided. Cost is $5 adults and $3 for children 10 and under.
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Food distribution
Love’s Outreach Community in Pleasant Hill will be hosting a food distribution 9-10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 for families in need. Valid ID and proof of residence required to participate. The distribution will be held at the Cass County Fairgrounds, 308 W. Commercial, Pleasant Hill. Call 816-246-7625 or visit www.cotroc.org for more information.
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Go Red Ladies Night Out
Belton Regional Medical Center will host its’ fifth annual Go Red for Women Ladies Night Out event at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, at the Belton Freshman Center, 801 W. North Ave. The event is dedicated to women’s heart health and Cardiologist Elizabeth Dang, MD, will be the hospital’s 2013 Go Red for Women Champion. The event is free, but reservations are required and can be made by calling 816-361-4428.
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Heart health walking class
Strong Women-Healthy Hearts is a 12 week, twice-weekly program, being taught by MU Extension Specialist, Susan Mills-Gray. Participants will learn heart healthy eating patterns and weight control techniques, and will engage in low-impact walking. Program is designed for women 40 years old or older who have been mostly or completely inactive for the past few years. Classes begin Monday, Feb. 25 and will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the MU Extension Center, 201 W. Wall St., Harrisonville. Preregistration required and the cost is $35 per person. To register, call the Cass Career Center at 816-380-3253, Ext. 7223.
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Eating with Diabetes class
Learn practical techniques to successfully self-manage diabetes through nutrition, food selection and preparation. Dinner and recipes provided weekly. This series will be taught by Susan Mills-Gray, Nutrition/Health Specialist with University of Missouri Extension. Class will meet weekly 6-8 p.m. on Mondays from Feb. 25-March 18 at the MU Extension Center, 201 W. Wall, Harrisonville. Cost is $40 per person (2nd person from same household can attend for half price). To register, contact the Cass Career Center at 816.380.3253, ext. 7223
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Strength training for seniors
The University of Missouri Extension –Cass County Center and the Cass Career Center are partnering to offer Stay Strong, Stay Healthy, a 10-week program for people 60 years or older. All exercises are done either standing or sitting; there are no floor exercises involved. All weight equipment for the class will be provided. Class will be held 11 a.m.-noon, Mondays and Wednesdays, beginning Monday, Feb. 25, and will meet at the MU Extension Center, 201 W. Wall St., Harrisonville. Pre-registration is required and the class is limited to 20 people. The fee is $35 (second person from same household is $15). To register for the class call Cass Career Center at 816-380-3253, Ext. 7223.
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GriefShare
South Haven Baptist Church, 16800 Bel-Ray Boulevard, Belton, will be offering a 13-week seminar/support group for people grieving the death of someone close beginning Wednesday, Feb. 27, from 6:30-8 p.m. GriefShare is a nondenominational group and features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. GriefShare videos contain interviews with leading authors, counselors, speakers and pastors with years of expertise in grief recovery. For more information contact the church office at 816-322-0409.
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Girls leadership training
The Harrisonville Business Women will host a Girls Leadership Camp for junior and seniors 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27 at the First Christian Church in Harrisonville. The event is provided free of charge and the program includes interactive workshops on leadership and self improvement. Professional women will present information on the following topics: Personal Finance, Networking and Presentation, Safety Awareness and Business Etiquette. Opened to students at Cass County schools or who is home schooled. Lunch and snacks provided. Contact Carrie Stafford (816-884-4800 or Cate Kane (816-726-6003) for additional information or to assist with this event.
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Chili cookoff
Benchmark Healthcare of Harrisonville will be hosting a chili cookoff from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28. Cost is $20 to enter a chili and $2 to try the entries. For more information, contact Jennifer at 816-380-2622.
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Log cabin quilters
The Log Cabin Quilter’s meeting will be 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, in Pearson Hall of the Cass County Library. Fran Pralle will show off antique quilts with a trunk show. Everyone is invited, quilter or not, to the meeting. For more information, contact Mischaele Bearce at 816-626-3480.
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Mouse races
The Harrisonville Chamber of Commerce will be hosting mouse races Friday, March 1, at the Cass County Elks Lodge. Doors open at 6 p.m., races begin at 6:30 p.m. Entry fee is $5 and includes food. Cash bar available.
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Suessical! performance
The Calvary Bible College Fine Arts Series is will present Ahrens’ and Flaherty’s award-winning musical, Seussical, March 1-10, at the Liberty Chapel, 15790 Elmwood, Kansas City, on Calvary’s campus. For a full schedule of performances, visit www.calvary.edu/arts. Tickets are $12 for adults and $9 for seniors (65 and up)/students/children. Matinee is $7. Tickets for groups of 10 or more are $10/each and can be purchased by calling 816-322-5152, ext. 1360.
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Harlam Ambassador show
The Harlem Ambassadors Basketball Show will be performing at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 2, at Harrisonville High School in the gymnasium. The event is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Harrisonville. Tickets are $7 and may be purchased at the Harrisonville Chamber Office or at the Cass County Democrat Missourian office.
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Belton Ladies Day Out
The Cass County Association of Educational Office Professionals will host a Ladies’ Day Out event to benefit high school seniors in Cass County 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 9 at the Belton Freshman Center, 801 W. North Ave., Belton. Several small businesses and local crafters will be featured with breakfast and lunch available for purchase by Gen-U-Wine Swine. Pleasant Hill business, TayaBella Salon and Boutique, will also be at the event with fashion shows at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Those interested in a booth can contact Kristin Eslick, CCAEOP President, at keslick@bsd124.org, or visit www.beltonschools.org for more information.
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St. Patricks parade
The Wendell T. Ivers “A li’l bit of Ireland” St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be 5 p.m. Saturday, March 16 in downtown Belton. Parade marshal is Richard Smith owner of RS Diecast & Collectibles. An invitation is extended to any individual, group, organization or business to participate. Entry fee is two canned goods. Donations will be made to Belton Welfare Association. Entry forms will be available at line-up time. For more information, contact Terry Brock at 816-807-4802.X
