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Community events for the week of Jan. 4-11
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Lee’s Summit Sunrise Rotary Club
7:15 a.m., Emaline Ballroom – Every Friday morning you are cordially invited to attend the Lee’s Summit Sunrise Rotary at the Emaline Ballroom, 616 S.W. Third St. You will have the opportunity to meet our many business members, have breakfast provided by local restaurateurs and hear an interesting program. The meeting is finished by 8:30 a.m. For more information, call 816-222-0771.
Jan. 7
Lee's Summit Quilters Guild
9 a.m., Woods Chapel United Methodist Church, 4725 NE Lakewood Way.
Al-Anon
Noon, First Presbyterian Church of Lee’s Summit, 1625 N.W. O’Brien Road – Is someone’s drinking causing you problems? Come to Al-Anon and join friends and family of alcoholics. The group meets weekly at noon on Mondays and 7:30 p.m. Thursdays.
Compulsive Eaters Anonymous HOW
5:30 p.m. Mondays, First Presbyterian Church, 1625 N.W. O'Brien Road.
Jan. 8
Helping Hands of the Willing Workers
1 p.m., Longview Chapel Christian Church, 850 S.W. Longview Road – Join a weekly group that makes crafts and sews for the benefit of the church. The Helping Hands make items throughout the year to earn money for the building fund and make cheer baskets for the homebound. The group invites anyone looking for fellowship, fun and those who enjoy creating items, to join them. The group furnishes all supplies and is always looking for new ideas. For more information, call 816-524-6549.
Lee’s Summit Downtown Rotary Club
4:45 p.m., Lee’s Summit Firefighters Union Hall, 322 S.E. Douglas St. – The club’s mission is to meet the charitable needs of the local community and participate in worldwide humanitarian causes by utilizing the energy and dedication of its members. Numerous local and international charities are supported by the club’s efforts. To learn more about the club, go to www.lsdowntownrotary.com or contact Keith Stidham at 816-554-8610.
Kiwanis Club
6 p.m., Lakeside Dining Room at John Knox Village – The Kiwanis invite you to join them as they volunteer their time to serving the children of the world. The Lee’s Summit chapter of the Kiwanis are dedicated to service projects including sponsoring little league baseball and softball teams, assisting with Hope House, providing scholarships and other projects. For more information, call 816-461-5204.
Compulsive Eaters Anonymous HOW
6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, First Presbyterian Church, 1625 N.W. O'Brien Road.
Lee’s Summit Lions Club
7 p.m., Bob Evans Restaurant
Lee’s Summit Woodworkers Guild
7 p.m., Lee’s Summit Christian Church
Join other woodworkers in the community to promote the exchange of woodworking information and further the craft. For more information, go to www.lswoodguild.com or call 816-246-7438.
Jan. 9
Alpha Course – “IS THERE MORE TO LIFE?”
6:30 p.m., New Summit Church, 1800 Independence Ave. – The Alpha Course explores the meaning of life. More information on our website www.newsummit.org or call 816-246-7474.
VFW Post 5789 Meeting
7 p.m., VFW building, 329 S.E. Douglas St. – For more information, call 816-525-5789.
Jan. 10
Downtown Lions Club
Noon, Firefighters Local 2195 Union Hall – The Lee’s Summit Downtown Lions Club meets at noon at the Firefighter Local 2195 Union Hall, 322 S.W. Douglas St. Bring your brown bag lunch and join us. For more information, call 816-246-1119.
Rotary Club of Lee’s Summit
Noon, Unity Inn at Unity Village, 1901 N.W. Blue Parkway – Every Thursday, members of the Rotary Club of Lee’s Summit can be found discussing community and international service projects, sharing fellowship and enjoying lunch. The meetings are always open to guests and prospective new members. For more information, visit www.lsrotary.com
Alzheimer’s and Dementia support group
6 to 7 p.m., second Thursday of each month at the Ambassador Room at John Knox Village, 500 N.W. Murray Road – The purpose of the group is to offer resources and support for those who have loved ones affected by dementia.
Stroke Support Group
6-7:30 p.m., Saint Luke’s East Hospital, Legacy Conference Room (third floor), 100 NE Saint Lukes Blvd. – Have you or a loved one suffered a neurological impairment or injury? We invite you to share your stories and meet others who are in similar situations. Each session will feature guest speakers from the health care community who will provide insight and helpful resources. In addition to providing stroke survivors support, we will also address caregiver concerns. No registration required. For more information contact Stacey Hittle at 816-347-5746.
Al-Anon
7:30 p.m, First Presbyterian Church of Lee’s Summit, 1625 N.W. O’Brien Road – Is someone’s drinking causing you problems? Come to Al-Anon and join friends and family of alcoholics. The group meets weekly at noon on Mondays and 7:30 p.m. Thursdays.
Jan. 11
Lee’s Summit Sunrise Rotary Club
7:15 a.m., Emaline Ballroom – Every Friday morning you are cordially invited to attend the Lee’s Summit Sunrise Rotary at the Emaline Ballroom, 616 S.W. Third St. You will have the opportunity to meet our many business members, have breakfast provided by local restaurateurs and hear an interesting program. The meeting is finished by 8:30 a.m. For more information, call 816-222-0771.
