Thursday, Feb. 14 2013 2:51PM
Mark your calendars
Feb. 15
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 SW 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.
Great backyard bird count and guided hike
Bird Count: 9 a.m.-noon Hike:1-4 p.m., (Feb. 15-18) Powell Gardens, 1609 NW U.S. Highway 50 – For the first time, anyone anywhere in the world with Internet access can participate in the 16th annual Great Backyard Bird Count. Participants simply watch birds at any location for at least 15 minutes, tally the numbers of each species they see, and report their tallies online at www.BirdCount.org.
The State of Marriage Discussed at Lifetree Café
7:30 p.m., Lifetree Café, 657 SW Second Street – “Is Marriage Obsolete? Why More People Are Saying, ‘I Don’t’”—will examine the declining marriage rate and the underlying causes of the trend. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Steve Hewitt at 816-550-8082 or steve@ccmag.com.
“Legally Blonde, the Musical”
7:30 p.m., (Feb.15-16, 17 at 2:30 p.m.) Lee’s Summit West High School, 2600 SW Ward Rd – “Legally Blonde: The Musical” tells the story of Delta Nu Sorority Sister Elle Woods, and her amazing trip in pursuit of man Warner Huntington III. Along the way she meets friends Emmett, Paulette, and all her Delta Nus see her through.
Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors Dessert Theatre
7-9 p.m., (Feb. 15-16) Summit Christian Academy, 1450 SW Jefferson – Bring your Valentine for a Special Dessert Theatre. “The Comedy of Errors” is one of William Shakespeare’s earliest plays. It is his shortest and one of his most farcical comedies, with a major part of the humor coming from slapstick and mistaken identity, in addition to puns and word play. Call 816-525-1480 for ticket information.
Feb. 16
Just Between Friends Children’s Consignment
10 a.m. to 7 p.m. , (Feb. 16-19) The Pavilion at John Knox Village, 520 NW Murray Rd – At this event families sell the new and gently used children’s items their families have outgrown. Other families shop and can save between 50 and 90% on everything they need for their families. Admission $2 Saturday only.
Storytelling at Missouri Town 1855
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Fleming Park, 8010 E. Park Road – Gather around the warmth of a wood burning stove as talented storytellers retell time-honored tales of life in mid 19th century Missouri.
Feb. 18
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 NW 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.
American Legion Post 189 Dinner
5-6:30 p.m, 820 S.E Vista Drive – Lasagna dinner with dessert and soft drinks for $6.50.
Six figure network
6-7:30 p.m., Doc’s Tavern, 511 SE Melody Ln – An event for job seekers and searching for senior level or professional positions paying $100K or more. An event for employers looking for top talent.
Feb. 19
Lunch & Learn seminar
Noon-1 p.m., The Stanley, 25 SE Third St – “Google’s Big 3: Social Media/Optimization,” sponsored by The Fristoe Group.
Freedom to Speak Toastmasters
Noon, John Knox Village, 500 NW Murray Road – Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization that helps members develop and improve their public speaking abilities. The Lee’s Summit group meets at John Knox Village on the first, third and fifth Tuesdays of the month. For more information, call 816-347-7832.
Linus
1-3 p.m., Hobby Lobby, 1015 NE Rice Road
Bring your sewing machine and help make small quilts for Linus to give to children in the hospital.
Helping Hands of the Willing Workers
1 p.m., Longview Chapel Christian Church, 850 SW 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 SE 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 NW O’Brien Road.
Feb. 20
The Morgans
3 p.m., Courtyard Community Center, 510 NW Murray Road on the John Knox Village campus – join the Morgans as they share their story of Pam’s amazing recovery through both words and original songs. Their music is played on Christian radio stations in the United States, Australia and Europe. Call Chaplain Bev Weddle at 816-347-2311 for more details.
Feb. 21
Lee’s Summit Breakfast Optimist Club
7:30 a.m., Paradise Park, 1021 NE Colbern Road – The Optimist Club is a “Friend of the Youth” and supports many programs to recognize outstanding students in Lee’s Summit. For more information contact president David Dean at 816-969-1554.
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
Design Standards Public Hearing
6:15 p.m., during City Council Meeting at City Hall, 220 SE Green St.
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.
Feb. 22
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 SW 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.
Fourth Friday
5–9 p.m., Downtown Lee’s Summit – Sheri L. So is the featured artist for Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street’s Cultural Arts Committee. She will present an array of her mixed-media mosaic pieces from 6-9 p.m. at Mingle, 209 SE Main St., in Downtown Lee’s Summit. A free wine tasting begins at 7 p.m. Her pieces will be on display through March 16.
A reception and opening also will take place for Kathy Drungilas, Cathy Kline, Elaine Lierly Jones, Darla Zook and Robin Richerson from 6 to 8 p.m. at Got Art Gallery, 18 SW Third St.
“On the Razzle”
7:30 p.m., Feb. 22, 23 & 24: 2:30 & 7:30 p.m., Lee’s Summit High School, 400 SE Blue Parkway – This winter play promises to have audiences rolling, with two hours of slapstick shenanigans, mistaken identities, misdirected orders, malapropisms, double entendres and romantic complications.
70’s/80’s “Retro” Adult Prom
8-11 p.m.,(Event on March 2) Lee’s Summit West High School (commons) 2600 SW Ward Rd – Lee’s Summit West PTA is hosting a “Retro” Adult Prom to benefit Project Grad. Advance registration is $20 per person by Feb. 22 and includes a raffle ticket. ($25 at the door) School contact for help or information: Joy James 816-986-4000.

