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Through 6 July,
Saturday opening, 1 - 5 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday; Closed 4 July
Independence Day, 1904
Show your patriotism by visiting Lanesfield School for a 1904 Independence
Day celebration. Learn how our nation's independence was celebrated
in 1904, visit the decorated school, and make a patriotic craft to take
home.
Lanesfield School Historic Site (Johnson County Museum of History)
[Web Site]
18745 S Dillie Road, Edgerton, KS 913-893-6645
Through July
From Baden
Powell to Now
International Collection of Boy Scout Memorabilia
The Bingham Waggoner Estate
[Web Site]
313 West Pacific, Independence, MO 64050 816-461-3491
Through 31 August, 2008, Regular
Museum Hours
Coming of Age in Johnson County (KS): 1960 - 1976
 For the country, the county, and the Baby Boomer generation, the 1960's
and 70's were a rite of passage. These decades challenged Americans to ask
fundamental questions about the way they were living. What is our nation's
place in the world? Does everyone deserve equal rights? What role should
the government, both nationally and at the local level, play in our lives?
Is it really a good idea wear a paisley tie with a powder blue polyester
leisure suit? Check out this fascinating exhibit to explore how local
residents responded to the issues of the times! Free Admission
Additional
Information on special tours and history of the exhibit. Visit
the link below for regular museum hours.
Online Photo Gallery
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
5 July, Saturday, 10 a.m.
Historic Downtown Liberty
Tour meets at the fountain next to City Hall, 101 E. Kansas Street. Led by
Kevin Fisher, Clay County Archives. This tour is part of explore Liberty's
Heritage walking tour program. All guided tours are free and open to the
public. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes. For more information call
816-439-4537.
7 July, Monday, 9 – 11 a.m.
Pop ‘N Play for Small Children
Designed for children between the ages of 9 months and 3 years, playtime
at the museum gives your little one many opportunities to explore with
painting, drawing and music stations. A sensory play station provides a
chance to improve fine motor skills. Preschoolers can play dress-up, and
crawlers and toddlers will have a new world to explore while climbing in
our colorful soft play area. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Older siblings are welcome. Participants can also explore the museum's
current exhibits, Seeking the Good Life and Coming of Age:
Johnson County in the 1960's and 70's. Groups of ten or more need call
ahead for reservations. Admission is $1 per child, free admission for
adults.
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
10 July, Thursday, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Made in the Shade: Underutilized Plants
Gardeners Gatherings Program focusing on shade gardening and what
to plant besides hostas, azaleas or impatiens. The best plants for shade
gardens will be shared, as well as how to care and maintain them.
Refreshments will be provided, and door prizes will be given away.
Location: Discovery Center, 4750
Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO
University of Missouri Extension - Master
Gardener Program [Web
Site]
1501 N.W. Jefferson St., Blue
Springs, MO 64015 (816) 252-5051
12 July,
Saturday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
21st
Annual
Bingham-Waggoner Antique & Craft Fair
Over 100 antique & craft vendors. Live music at noon. Free Admission.
House Tours available at regular price.
The Bingham Waggoner Estate
[Web Site]
313 West Pacific, Independence, MO 64050 816-461-3491
12 July, Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ladies Sentiments/Victorian Tea
Lexington merchants and the site will display and demonstrate crafts and
gifts from the past, such as friendship albums, journals, quilts,
silhouettes and fancy-work. A tea will be served at the Anderson House
from 1 – 4 p.m. Mothers and daughters are encouraged to come, learn about
the “language of fans” and then decorate their own fans. No charge.
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site [Web
Site]
1101 Delaware Street, Lexington, MO 64067 660-259-4654
15 July, Tuesday, 6 - 8 p.m.
University Missouri Extension: Canning and Freezing
Learn to preserve the summer's bounty of fresh vegetables and fruits with
up-to-date preservation procedures. This class is one of a series
scheduled for this summer in various locations in the Kansas City area.
(Flyer with
event schedule, class details and contact information)
University of Missouri Extension
2700 E 18th, Kansas City, MO 64127
816-482-5850
16 - 17 July, Wednesday and Thursday, 8
a.m. - 4 p.m.
Recreating History in Your Classroom
Teachers are invited to sign up for this two day course on innovative
teaching strategies for the Social Studies classroom. Course participants
can receive graduate credit from Ottawa University and/or Professional
Development Points. For more information and to sign up for the course, go
to the following link:
http://www.ottawa.edu/KansasCity/content/view/411. Participants may
also register on the first day of class. Fees paid to Ottawa
University.
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
18 July, Friday, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Story Teller hosted by Johnson County Museum and Johnson County Library
Enjoy stories told by story teller, Jo Ho.
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
18 - 19 July, Friday and Saturday
Women in the Outdoors Skills Workshop at Camp Hammond YMCA Camp,
Topeka, KS
Classes: Archery, Trap shotgun, Fishing Basics, Fly Fishing, Bass
Fishing, Dutch Oven cooking, Wood Carving, Fur Harvesting, Handguns,
Dog Training, Lamping, Tomahawk Throwing, Self Defense, GPS, Roping,
Gardening for Wildlife, Gun cleaning, Trailer backing, Outdoor
Photography, Pet First Aid, KS wild Edible, M-16 Simulator, Boat
Safety, Canoeing, Basket Weaving, Native American Jewelry & culture,
Water Gardening, Aroma Therapy, Letter boxing, Golf, Outdoor
meditation, Rock Painting, Powder Puff mechanics, Bird Watching, ATV
safey, Art of Self Healing, Stained Marine Fitness Obstacle course.
Hosted by the Kaw Valley Kacklin' Hens.
Contact: JoAnn Call 785-231-8504,
calljo@embarqmail.com
19 July, Saturday, 1 - 3 p.m.
Family Fun Day at the Johnson County Museum
Join members of the Johnson County Museum's Education Team and make a Love
Beads bracelet in honor of the museum's latest exhibit, Coming of Age
in Johnson County: 1960 – 1970. This exhibit explores the political,
economic, and social issues facing Johnson County residents in the 1960s
and '70s. View the exhibit and test your skills in the exhibit's hands-on
areas: dance the Hustle, play a game of Pong, blast off to outer space in
the interactive rocket, and much more. The event is free to the public.
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
21 July, Monday, 9 – 11 a.m.
Pop ‘N Play for Small Children
Designed for children between the ages of 9 months and 3 years, playtime
at the museum gives your little one many opportunities to explore with
painting, drawing and music stations. A sensory play station provides a
chance to improve fine motor skills. Preschoolers can play dress-up, and
crawlers and toddlers will have a new world to explore while climbing in
our colorful soft play area. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Older siblings are welcome. Participants can also explore the museum's
current exhibits, Seeking the Good Life and Coming of Age:
Johnson County in the 1960's and 70's. Groups of ten or more need call
ahead for reservations. Admission is $1 per child, free admission for
adults.
Johnson County Museum of History
[Web Site]
6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee, KS 66217 913-715-2550
24 July, Thursday, 2 -
4 p.m.
American Girl™ Doll Club
Tea parties, sewing doll clothes, and making doll jewelry are just a few
of the activities that will be available to Club members. Held at the Wyeth-Tootle
Mansion, 1100 Charles St. There is no fee to join.
The St. Joseph Museums, Inc.
[Web
Site]
3406 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 816-232-8471
26 July, Saturday
Women in the Outdoors Skills Workshop at St. Joseph Church of Nier,
Union, MO
Classes: to be announced. This event was the largest in the nation
in 2004! Hosted by the Four Rivers WITO
Contact: Charlene Eckstein 573-484-3077,
Nwtfbenitz@socket.net
26 July, Saturday, 11 a.m.
Rescheduled from 14 June
4th Annual Dragon Boat Festival & Races
 Immerse
yourself in the traditions of the East at this celebration of
Chinese culture. The festival features hands-on children's art
activities led by Mosaic Brain and the Westport-Roanoke Community
Center staff, live music, traditional Chinese dance and concludes
with the infamous Dragon boat races down Brush Creek.
Kansas City
(MO) Parks and Recreation Department
[Web
Site]
31 July, Thursday, 2 -
4 p.m.
American Girl™ Doll Club
Tea parties, sewing doll clothes, and making doll jewelry are just a few
of the activities that will be available to Club members. Held at the Wyeth-Tootle
Mansion, 1100 Charles St. There is no fee to join.
The St. Joseph Museums, Inc.
[Web
Site]
3406 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 816-232-8471
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