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What's Happening - December 9, 2008
Tuesday
Christmas in The Park
Nov. 26 - Dec. 31 / 5:30 - 10 p.m.
Longview Lake Campground
Christmas in the Park is one of Jackson County Parks and Recreation's most celebrated events of the year. Three hundred thousand lights and 175 animated figures and splashes of Christmas color transform Longview Lake Park into an enchanting winter wonderland. The entire family will delight in the warmth of this fun-filled, holiday display gift from your Jackson County Parks.
Admission: Donations for local charities
www.jacksongov.org
Christmas in Song
Nov. 20 - Dec. 28
Quality Hill Playhouse, 303 West 10th Street, Kansas City, MO
Kansas City’s most intimate cabaret invites you home for the holidays with Christmas in Song. Our annual holiday revue features a diverse mix of traditional tunes and contemporary songs sure to lift your holiday spirit. Go to our website for show times.
Admission: Adults $24 / seniors & students $22
www.QualityHillPlayhouse.com
"Rudolph, The Recycled Reindeer!"
November 7 - January 4 / 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Martin City Melodrama, 9601 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212
"Rudolph, The Recycled Reindeer –or- It’s not easy being Green!" You’ve never seen such side-splitting antics, ingenious zaniness, and double-take sight gags when Rudolph and his gang of “green” deer teach Santa how easy it is to be green, even if your favorite color is red! Along with RUDOLPH will be another of the Melodrama’s wacky and fun-filled holiday revues featuring the overwhelmingly popular Water Glass Symphony!
Admission: $10.99 - $12.99
www.martincitymelodrama.org
A Christmas Carol
Nov. 22 - Dec. 27
Kansas City Repertory's Spencer Theatre, Kansas City, MO
For 28 years this magical production with its enchanting music, glorious costumes and entrancing scenery has been the high point of the Kansas City holiday season. Audiences are transported into the world of Victorian London to follow Ebenezer Scrooge on his ageless transformation from miser to caring citizen. See show times and pricing online or call our box office at 816-235-2700.
Admission: Varies
www.kcrep.org/
Kansas City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
December 6 - 28
Music Hall, 301 West 13th Street, KCMO
This enchanting production's vibrant costumes, stunning sets, choreography by Artistic Director Emeritus Todd Bolender, and Peter Tchaikovsky’s memorable score, tell the unforgettable story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they journey to the Kingdom of the Sweets. An estimated 200 area children, who are students in the Kansas City Ballet School, also appear in the production along with the 25 professional dancers of Kansas City Ballet.
Admission: $25 to $80
www.kcballet.org
The Ice at Park Place: Johnson County's Outdoor Ice Skating Rink
Holiday Ice Rink Hours / Nov. 7 - Jan. 4
Monday - Thursday / 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday - Saturday / 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday / Noon - 8 p.m.
The Ice at Park Place, West 117th Street and Nall Avenue, Leawood, Kan.
Skates may be rented and tickets can be purchased at The Ice at Park Place pavilion, adjacent to the ice rink. Hats and gloves may also be purchased.
Admission: $6 / under age 5 Free Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., excluding holidays / Skate rental $3
parkplaceleawood.com
Meet Local Author Greg Kincaid
7 p.m.
Indian Creek Branch Library, 12990 S. Black Bob Road, Olathe, KS
Meet local author Greg Kincaid and hear about his new novel, "A Dog Named Christmas", that takes place in Kansas, has an animal rescue theme and has been sold all over the world. Local canine stars will be present. Book signing will follow and books will be available for purchase. Registration begins two weeks before - call 971-6888.
Admission Fee: Free
www.olathelibrary.org
Holiday Concert Series
December 1 - 5 and December 8 - 12 / 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Union Station, 30 W. Pershing Road, Kansas City, MO
The 38th annual Holiday Concert Series will be held in Union Station. The concerts feature performances by school bands, choirs and other performers from the area. Call 816-513-7575.
Admission Fee: Free
www.kcmo.org/parks
Hometown Holiday
December 5 - 21
Downtown Historic Parkville, MO
There’s no place like Historic Downtown Parkville, Missouri for the holidays. Friendly faces. Delightful surprises. Colorful sights. Cheerful sounds. Tantalizing treats. All the pleasures and traditions of time spent with family, loved ones and friends. Take a break from the ordinary rush. Discover our picturesque environment, our one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere of a genuine hometown holiday. Visit Santa the first three Saturdays of December! From noon to 1 p.m. you will find Santa walking around Main Street and English Landing Center. From 1 – 3 p.m. Santa will be in his cottage to hear special Christmas wishes. Santa cottage is located at the entrance of English Landing Centre. Bring your cameras for personal holiday pictures.
Admission Fee: Free
www.parkvillemo.org
Hallmark Keepsake Artist Forum
6 p.m.
Pleasant Hill Memorial Building, 203 Paul St, Pleasant Hill, MO 64080
Come hear Hallmark Keepsake Ornament artists discuss the inspiration behind their creations! Ken Crow (Master Artist), Anita Marra Rogers (Senior Sculptor), and Ron Carlson (Keepsakes Engineer) will present. Proudly sponsored by the Cass County Public Library's Pleasant Hill Branch.
Admission Fee: Free
Meet Local Author Greg Kincaid - author of "A Dog Named Christmas"
7 p.m.
Indian Creek Branch Library, 12990 S. Black Bob Road, Olathe, KS
Meet local author Greg Kincaid and learn about his new book, "A Dog Named Christmas." The book takes place in Kansas, has an animal rescue theme and has been sold all over the world. Local canine stars will be present. Book signing will follow the program. Books will be available for purchase. Call 913-971-6888 to make a reservation.
Admission Fee: Free
www.olatheks.org
Benefit for Operation Gratitude for our Troops
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Granny's Chicken Ranch, 1340 Village West Pkwy, Kansas City, KS
We are raising funds to help Operation Gratitude to ship care packages to our troops overseas this Christmas. They have enough donated items for 70,000 packages and only enough funds have come in for postage for approx 25,000. We will have great music by Blue River Ordonnance and Kim Smith, vocalist, and Granny's Chicken Ranch's excellent menu will be available with a portion of sales going toward the benefit.
Admission Fee: $10
www.blueriverordonnance.com www.grannyschickenranch.com
KCAC's Plaza Light Flights
November 28 - January 11 / 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
KCAC at Johnson County Executive Airport, 15325 S. Pflumm, Olathe, KS 66062
Kansas City Aviation Center is continuing its tradition of the Plaza Lights Flights. Fly over Kansas City’s Country Club Plaza this year to view its annual light display. This flight is truly an unforgettable experience perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, holiday gifts or just an evening out. Space is limited and sells out quickly each year. Call (866) FLY-KCAC to reserve your flight today. KCAC always encourages you to make flying one of your favorite pastimes. Make sure you visit us on the web.
Admission Fee: $75 - $85
www.kcac.com
Nov. 26 - Dec. 31 / 5:30 - 10 p.m.
Longview Lake Campground
Christmas in the Park is one of Jackson County Parks and Recreation's most celebrated events of the year. Three hundred thousand lights and 175 animated figures and splashes of Christmas color transform Longview Lake Park into an enchanting winter wonderland. The entire family will delight in the warmth of this fun-filled, holiday display gift from your Jackson County Parks.
Admission: Donations for local charities
www.jacksongov.org
Christmas in Song
Nov. 20 - Dec. 28
Quality Hill Playhouse, 303 West 10th Street, Kansas City, MO
Kansas City’s most intimate cabaret invites you home for the holidays with Christmas in Song. Our annual holiday revue features a diverse mix of traditional tunes and contemporary songs sure to lift your holiday spirit. Go to our website for show times.
Admission: Adults $24 / seniors & students $22
www.QualityHillPlayhouse.com
"Rudolph, The Recycled Reindeer!"
November 7 - January 4 / 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Martin City Melodrama, 9601 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212
"Rudolph, The Recycled Reindeer –or- It’s not easy being Green!" You’ve never seen such side-splitting antics, ingenious zaniness, and double-take sight gags when Rudolph and his gang of “green” deer teach Santa how easy it is to be green, even if your favorite color is red! Along with RUDOLPH will be another of the Melodrama’s wacky and fun-filled holiday revues featuring the overwhelmingly popular Water Glass Symphony!
Admission: $10.99 - $12.99
www.martincitymelodrama.org
A Christmas Carol
Nov. 22 - Dec. 27
Kansas City Repertory's Spencer Theatre, Kansas City, MO
For 28 years this magical production with its enchanting music, glorious costumes and entrancing scenery has been the high point of the Kansas City holiday season. Audiences are transported into the world of Victorian London to follow Ebenezer Scrooge on his ageless transformation from miser to caring citizen. See show times and pricing online or call our box office at 816-235-2700.
Admission: Varies
www.kcrep.org/
Kansas City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
December 6 - 28
Music Hall, 301 West 13th Street, KCMO
This enchanting production's vibrant costumes, stunning sets, choreography by Artistic Director Emeritus Todd Bolender, and Peter Tchaikovsky’s memorable score, tell the unforgettable story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they journey to the Kingdom of the Sweets. An estimated 200 area children, who are students in the Kansas City Ballet School, also appear in the production along with the 25 professional dancers of Kansas City Ballet.
Admission: $25 to $80
www.kcballet.org
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Holiday Ice Rink Hours / Nov. 7 - Jan. 4
Monday - Thursday / 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday - Saturday / 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday / Noon - 8 p.m.
The Ice at Park Place, West 117th Street and Nall Avenue, Leawood, Kan.
Skates may be rented and tickets can be purchased at The Ice at Park Place pavilion, adjacent to the ice rink. Hats and gloves may also be purchased.
Admission: $6 / under age 5 Free Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., excluding holidays / Skate rental $3
parkplaceleawood.com
Meet Local Author Greg Kincaid
7 p.m.
Indian Creek Branch Library, 12990 S. Black Bob Road, Olathe, KS
Meet local author Greg Kincaid and hear about his new novel, "A Dog Named Christmas", that takes place in Kansas, has an animal rescue theme and has been sold all over the world. Local canine stars will be present. Book signing will follow and books will be available for purchase. Registration begins two weeks before - call 971-6888.
Admission Fee: Free
www.olathelibrary.org
Holiday Concert Series
December 1 - 5 and December 8 - 12 / 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Union Station, 30 W. Pershing Road, Kansas City, MO
The 38th annual Holiday Concert Series will be held in Union Station. The concerts feature performances by school bands, choirs and other performers from the area. Call 816-513-7575.
Admission Fee: Free
www.kcmo.org/parks
Hometown Holiday
December 5 - 21
Downtown Historic Parkville, MO
There’s no place like Historic Downtown Parkville, Missouri for the holidays. Friendly faces. Delightful surprises. Colorful sights. Cheerful sounds. Tantalizing treats. All the pleasures and traditions of time spent with family, loved ones and friends. Take a break from the ordinary rush. Discover our picturesque environment, our one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere of a genuine hometown holiday. Visit Santa the first three Saturdays of December! From noon to 1 p.m. you will find Santa walking around Main Street and English Landing Center. From 1 – 3 p.m. Santa will be in his cottage to hear special Christmas wishes. Santa cottage is located at the entrance of English Landing Centre. Bring your cameras for personal holiday pictures.
Admission Fee: Free
www.parkvillemo.org
Hallmark Keepsake Artist Forum
6 p.m.
Pleasant Hill Memorial Building, 203 Paul St, Pleasant Hill, MO 64080
Come hear Hallmark Keepsake Ornament artists discuss the inspiration behind their creations! Ken Crow (Master Artist), Anita Marra Rogers (Senior Sculptor), and Ron Carlson (Keepsakes Engineer) will present. Proudly sponsored by the Cass County Public Library's Pleasant Hill Branch.
Admission Fee: Free
Meet Local Author Greg Kincaid - author of "A Dog Named Christmas"
7 p.m.
Indian Creek Branch Library, 12990 S. Black Bob Road, Olathe, KS
Meet local author Greg Kincaid and learn about his new book, "A Dog Named Christmas." The book takes place in Kansas, has an animal rescue theme and has been sold all over the world. Local canine stars will be present. Book signing will follow the program. Books will be available for purchase. Call 913-971-6888 to make a reservation.
Admission Fee: Free
www.olatheks.org
Benefit for Operation Gratitude for our Troops
8 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Granny's Chicken Ranch, 1340 Village West Pkwy, Kansas City, KS
We are raising funds to help Operation Gratitude to ship care packages to our troops overseas this Christmas. They have enough donated items for 70,000 packages and only enough funds have come in for postage for approx 25,000. We will have great music by Blue River Ordonnance and Kim Smith, vocalist, and Granny's Chicken Ranch's excellent menu will be available with a portion of sales going toward the benefit.
Admission Fee: $10
www.blueriverordonnance.com www.grannyschickenranch.com
KCAC's Plaza Light Flights
November 28 - January 11 / 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
KCAC at Johnson County Executive Airport, 15325 S. Pflumm, Olathe, KS 66062
Kansas City Aviation Center is continuing its tradition of the Plaza Lights Flights. Fly over Kansas City’s Country Club Plaza this year to view its annual light display. This flight is truly an unforgettable experience perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, holiday gifts or just an evening out. Space is limited and sells out quickly each year. Call (866) FLY-KCAC to reserve your flight today. KCAC always encourages you to make flying one of your favorite pastimes. Make sure you visit us on the web.
Admission Fee: $75 - $85
www.kcac.com
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