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Community events for the week of March 8-15
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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 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.
Rasberry Meadows Craft show
Fri. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and (Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) The Pavilion at John Knox Village, 520 NW Murray Road.
March 9
Love’s Outreach Community Food Distribution
11am-12:30 p.m., Church on the Rock Outreach Center, 1700 SW Market St – Free food for families in need. Valid ID and proof of residence required to participate. Call 816-246-7625 or visit www.cotroc.org for more information.
Lee’s Summit Symphony Family Pops Concert
7 p.m., Lee’s Summit High School Performing Arts Center – This concert is targeted towards young audiences but is enjoyable for all ages. Pre-concert activities begin at 5 p.m. for young audience members including a hands-on art activity by Summit Art, an instrument petting zoo sponsored by Heartland Music Academy and a demonstration by KC Strings on how string instruments are made.
March 10
“The Bible 30-Day Church Experience”
7-9 p.m., Woods Chapel Church, 4725 NE Lakewood Way – Based on the epic TV miniseries, The Bible, those in attendance will experience the power and drama of some of the world’s most well known stories in a fresh, new way. A miniseries watch party will take place Sunday evenings at the church for those interested in viewing the miniseries on a giant screen. As part of “The Bible 30-Day Church Experience”, the church will also include stunning video clips from the TV miniseries produced by Emmy Award winning husband and wife team of Mark Burnett (The Voice, Survivor) and Roma Downey (Touched By an Angel) into weekly worship at 8, 9:05, 10:10 and 11:15 a.m.
March 11
Lee’s Summit Quilters Guild
9 a.m., Woods Chapel United Methodist Church, 4725 NE Lakewood Way – The program is a trunk show by Kelly Ashton: Diamonds are a Quilter’s Best Friend. Following the meeting is a workshop with Kelly 60 degrees of Separation ($20.00) Visitors are welcome, check us out at: http://lsqg.blogspot.com
Al-Anon
Noon, First Presbyterian Church of Lee’s Summit, 1625 NW 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.
March 12
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.
Lee’s Summit Lions Club
7 p.m., Bob Evans Restaurant, 1680 NW Chipman Rd
Lee’s Summit Woodworkers Guild
7 p.m., Summit Christian Academy Elementary, 1450 SW Jefferson Street
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.
March 14
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 SW 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 NW 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 NW Murray Road — The purpose of the group is to offer resources and support for those who have loved ones affected by dementia.
VFW Post No. 5789 Meeting
7 p.m., VFW building, 329 SE Douglas St. – For more information, call 816-525-5789.
Al-Anon
7:30 p.m, First Presbyterian Church of Lee’s Summit, 1625 NW 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.
March 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.
Forever Kings
Fri., 7-9 p.m. and Sat. 2-4 p.m., 7-9 p.m., The Pavilion at John Knox Village, 520 NW Murray Road.
