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Community events for the week of Jan. 18-25
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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. 19
“A Night of Comedy and Grace”
6:30 p.m., Lee’s Summit Community Church, 1440 SW Jefferson St. – A benefit to help raise money for Mother’s Refuge and the Missouri Alliance for Life. Professional comedian, Licensed counselor and National speaker Mark Bradley Morrow will headline this adults only event. Tickets are $10.
Bingo
7 p.m., Oakland United Methodist Church, 125 NE Woodglen Lane - Everyone welcome, especially children, bring a white elephant gift for prizes and a non sweet snack. For more information call Sue Morrison 478-0345.
Jan. 20
“Blessed are the dreamers”
2 p.m., Fillmore Chapel, 1901 NW Blue Parkway – A service featuring Rev. Michael Moran and the MLK Community Choir. The service will also be live streamed at the Unity Institute Student Association website. http://www.uistudents.info/
Jan. 21
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Celebration soul food luncheon
Noon, Unity Inn, 1901 NW Blue Pkwy –Featuring Rev. Michael Moran, Jacquelyn Hawkins and the MLK Community Choir.
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.
Lee’s Summit Toastmasters Club
6 p.m., Legacy Christian Church, 2150 E. Langsford Road – The Lee’s Summit Toastmasters Club No. 5317 meets on the first, third and fifth Mondays each month for those interested in public speaking. Guests are always welcome.
Jan 22
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 Youth Chorale Winter Concert
7 p.m., St Pauls Episcopal Church, Fifth and Green Streets – Conducted by Dr. Verna Brummett, the concert will feature music from different cultures and time periods. There is no charge. A reception will follow. All are invited.
Jan. 24
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
Lee’s Summit Fine Arts Challenge
4-7 p.m., MCC-Longview Cultural Arts Center, 500 SW Longview Road – Opening reception for the fourth annual high school fine arts competition and exhibit, The Lee’s Summit Fine Arts Challenge, featuring the works of fine arts students at the three Lee’s Summit high schools. Awards ceremony at 6 p.m. Exhibition dates: Jan. 24-Feb. 23
Gallery hours: Wed.-Sat. noon-4 p.m.
Nimble Thimbles Quilt Guild
6:30 p.m., Duncan Estates Community Building, 633 SW Burry – Come and join other area quilter’s this year. Our first meeting of 2013 will be the reveal of small quilts by member’s for a challenge entitled, "I am a Quilter." This year we will have guest speakers, sew days, a retreat, and more. NTQG meets on the fourth Thursday of each month, Jan.-Oct. Visit www.nimblethimblesquiltgu-
ild.com for more information.
Downtown Lions Club
6 p.m., 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.
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. 25
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.
