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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.
Touching Our Past, Understanding Our Present and Developing Our Future
6-7:30 p.m., Council Chambers of Lee’s Summit City Hall, 220 SE Green St.
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.
March 16
The Strip Run
7:30 a.m., 5K Run to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters. Runners are encouraged to wear extra clothing they are willing to donate, and wear them to the race. Runners will stop at “Strip Stations” during the race to take off items of clothing one at a time to donate to charity.
Irish Breakfast
8-11 a.m. at Mingle, 209 S.E. Main St.
Kids Kick’n Cancer blood drive
8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Legacy Park Community Center, 901NE Bluestem Drive – Book your appointment today at savealifenow.org, enter Sponsor Code: KICKCANCER. You may also
contact Katie McMullen at 816.286.7181 or kidskickncancer@thedaltonb
urnerfoundation.org. Medical eligibility questions? Call 800-245-7035.
Bits O’ Gold Coin Hunt for Kids
10:30 a.m., Howard Station Park
Head Shave for Hope House
10 a.m.-4 p.m., Fire Fighters Union Hall, 322 S.E. Douglas St., in Downtown Lee’s Summit. Highest bidders will get to shave the head of local police, firefighters, elected officials and other local celebrities. Items are also up for bid in a silent auction. All proceeds benefit Hope House. Head shaving beginning at 2 p.m.
Emerald Isle St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Noon, Downtown Lee’s Summit
Emerald Isle Pub Crawl
1 p.m., Hosted by Downtown Lee’s Summit bars and restaurants, the Emerald Isle Pub Crawl will take place immediately following the parade. To purchase an Emerald Isle Pub Crawl T-shirt or for more information, visit any Downtown Lee’s Summit restaurant or bar.
March 17
“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 18
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.
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.
March 19
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 Rd – Third Tuesday of each month. Bring your sewing machine and help make small quilts for Linus to give to children in the hospital. More info call Dianne at 816-868-6903.
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.
March 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 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
MCC-Longview art faculty exhibition
4-7 p.m., MCC-Longview Cultural Arts Center, 3801 SW Longview Rd
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 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.
Graves Continues Mobile Office Tours
9 a.m., Lee’s Summit City Hall (Strother’s Conference Room), 220 SE Green St.
40th Woodcarving show and sale
10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.) The Pavilion at John Knox Village,
520 NW Murray Rd
Fourth Friday
5-9 p.m., Downtown Lee’s Summit
