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Name: Disney100: The Exhibition
Start: 2024-5-24T00-00-00-00
End: 2024-11-30T23-23-59-00
Location: Union Station

The miraculous connection of Hanukkah to Christmas

November 28, 2023 Columns, Faith, Go Deep, Israel

I grew up a nice Jewish boy in Brooklyn, New York. When December arrived it brought some interesting challenges. Why? My family owned a toy store! I knew little about Christmas, but ...

Jesus as Ken and Mary as Barbie?

August 13, 2023 Entertainment, Faith, News, World

The planned relaunch of Jesus Ken and Barbie Virgin Mary dolls in Argentina is being criticized by Catholic groups and others. This comes after the international success of Greta Gerwig’s controversial “Barbie” ...

Disney changing name of ‘Star Wars’ LEGO ship to be politically correct

July 12, 2021 Culture Watch, Entertainment, Movies, News

Political correctness is spreading to a “galaxy far, far away.” Disney is forcing a name change for Boba Fett’s ship, “Slave I,” in a move that has Star Wars fans mocking the ...

Chiefs players lift kids’ spirits with visit to the University of Kansas Health System Pediatric Wing

December 6, 2019 Local, News, Sports

The three Chiefs players made their way down the hallway, a cart loaded with toys and hats in tow. Spending weeks in the hospital can be heartbreakingly hard on a child, but ...

Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes attacked as intolerant

November 12, 2018 Culture Watch, News

Is the Christmas outreach effort of toy-filled shoeboxes supported by millions of American Christians anti-Muslim? Franklin Graham, founder of Samaritan’s Purse, the organization behind the Operation Christmas Child project, has responded to ...

Netflix’s ‘The Toys That Made Us’ tops July’s streaming entries

June 28, 2018 Entertainment, Movies

One of my best childhood memories involved three correlating things: the Service Merchandise catalog, Star Wars toys, and my Christmas wish list. Each December during the 1980s, I would study the catalog ...

November

24MayAll Day30NovDisney100: The Exhibition (All Day) Union Station, 30 West Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO. 64108

Time

May 24 (Friday) - November 30 (Saturday)

Location

Union Station

30 West Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO. 64108

Event Details

Your most Magical Disney experience awaits. The Walt Disney Archives has opened its Vault of Treasures, showcasing hundreds of objects – more than 250 Artifacts and Works of Art, Costumes and Props, and Incredible Memorabilia.
Relive your dreams and immerse yourself in Disney100: The Exhibition with ten imaginatively themed galleries showcasing renowned classics from Snow White and Seven Dwarfs (1937), to Cinderella (2015), to Encanto (2021), and many more.

This is a rare chance for families, children, and loved ones to celebrate their love of some of Disney’s most timeless stories and step into the sensational Disney Story reflecting The Walt Disney Company’s last 100 years. You will marvel at 14 interactive installations and hundreds of artifacts including the latest members of the Disney family – Pixar, Star Wars, and MARVEL. From Cinderella’s Glass Slipper, the Skywalker Lightsaber Hilt, to Captain America’s Shield, you will wonder at rare production props, see original costumes from some of your favorite Disney stories.
Disney100: The Exhibition – presented by Bank of America – A once-in-a-lifetime event celebrating the iconic characters and stories that have captured the hearts of audiences around the globe.

Dates: May 24 – November 30, 2024

Summer Hours (May 24 – September 2, 2024)

Sunday: 11am – 5pm
Monday – Friday: 10am – 6pm
Saturday: 10am – 7pm

Fall Hours (September 3, 2024 – November 30, 2024)

Sunday: 11am – 5pm
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 5pm

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06Sep(Sep 6)6:00 pm29Dec(Dec 29)9:00 pmGloWild Lantern Festival 2024(September 6) 6:00 pm - (December 29) 9:00 pm Kansas City Zoo, 6800 Zoo Dr. Kansas City, MO 64132

21SepAll Day05JanHokusai: Waves of Inspiration(All Day) Nelson-Atkins, 4525 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO

24SepAll Day25NovOperation Christmas Child Shoebox Packing Time(All Day)

Time

September 24 (Tuesday) - November 25 (Monday)

Event Details

Area churches and other groups are collecting items such as small toys, school supplies, and hygiene items to pack in shoeboxes to send to children in need around the world as a means of demonstrating God’s love in a tangible way and to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. These simple gifts are shipped outside the United States to children affected by war, poverty, natural disaster, famine, and disease.

“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19).
In the 11 countries where shoebox gifts are packed, Operation Christmas Child provides an opportunity for participants to be a part of fulfilling the Great Commission. In this church-to-church ministry model, churches who pack shoebox gifts partner with local churches around the world as they share God’s love with children in need and provide follow-up discipleship.
Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, an international relief organization.
By partnering with the local church worldwide, each shoebox gift is a powerful tool for sharing God’s love — the Good News of Jesus Christ. Local Christians who know the culture and language best are given effective resources in their own language and a solid Biblical foundation so that they can communicate the Gospel within their own communities through shoebox outreach events and The Greatest Journey discipleship program. Learn more about how God is using Operation Christmas Child in the work of evangelism, discipleship, and the multiplication of believers.

Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes are more than a short-term humanitarian effort, the Good News of Jesus Christ the children have the opportunity to hear has eternal significance. It has been shown that most children that receive a shoebox and hear the Gospel will tell 7-10 others, usually family, friends and neighbors about what they learned.

You are invited to be part of this discipling outreach. Learn more about Operation Christmas Child near you at https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/frequently-asked-questions/.

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01NovAll Day05JanWINTER MAGIC(All Day) Platte Purchase Park, 10400 North Platte Purchase Drive, Kansas City, MO 64154

Time

November 1 (Friday) - January 5 (Sunday)

Location

Platte Purchase Park

10400 North Platte Purchase Drive, Kansas City, MO 64154

Event Details

Kansas City’s favorite holiday lights drive-thru event, Winter Magic, is moving to Platte Purchase Park this year! The Kansas City Parks and Recreation Department invites one and all to Kansas City’s premiere drive-thru holiday light show. Families will drive through the longest animated light tunnel in the Midwest! There are sections dedicated to the 12 days of Christmas, a toy workshop, a KC proud section and so much more.

To kick off the magic of the season, a special lighting ceremony will be held. A ceremonial switch will be flipped to “turn on” the lights, signaling the official start of Winter Magic. Guests can enjoy the ceremony from their cars before the drive-thru officially opens. Immediately following the ceremony, the light show will officially open for cars to begin driving through. Tickets are $20 Monday-Thursday, $30 Friday and Sunday, and $40 on Saturdays and are available for purchase.

WHAT: Winter Magic Lighting Ceremony: November 1st, 6:30 p.m.

Drive-Thru Opens: November 1st, 7 p.m.

WHEN: November 1, 2024, through January 5th, 2025, open nightly starting at 6 p.m.

WHERE: Platte Purchase Park, 10400 North Platte Purchase Drive, Kansas City, MO 64154

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14NovAll Day04JanEvergy Festival of Lights at Powell Gardens(All Day) Powell Gardens, 1609 NW US Highway 50 Kingsville, MO 64061

14Nov(Nov 14)5:00 pm04Jan(Jan 4)10:00 pmPowell Gardens Festival of Lights5:00 pm - (January 4) 10:00 pm Powell Gardens, 1609 NW US Highway 50 Kingsville, MO 64061

Time

November 14 (Thursday) 5:00 pm - January 4 (Saturday) 10:00 pm

Location

Powell Gardens

1609 NW US Highway 50 Kingsville, MO 64061

Event Details

Kingsville, Mo. – Powell Gardens, Kansas City’s botanical garden, invites the public to experience the wonder of the Evergy Festival of Lights, running on select evenings from November 14, 2024, through January 4, 2025 (5-10 p.m.). This annual winter festival has enchanted guests for years, transforming the Gardens’ 175 acres with over one mile of shimmering lights, beautiful installations, and memorable holiday experiences.
Tickets for Evergy Festival of Lights are now on sale. Visit www.powellgardens.org/festival-of-lights to plan your visit. Don’t miss out on the magic!
NEW IN 2024:
Extended Light Path through the Marlese Lowe Gourley Island Garden: The expanded trail guides guests through a newly lit section of Powell Gardens, including the scenic Marlese Lowe Gourley Island Garden, allowing visitors to experience more of the garden’s winter beauty and architectural highlights.
Aliento a Tequila Photography Exhibit: New this season, the Aliento a Tequila (or The Spirit of Tequila) exhibit presents a stunning series of photographs by Joel Salcido, capturing the rich landscapes, culture, and traditions of tequila-making in Mexico. The exhibit is open daily during Evergy Festival of Lights, with children’s craft activities available nearby.
Concert Series in Iconic Space: The stunning Marjorie Powell Allen Chapel will host a series of live holiday performances on Friday and Saturday evenings, creating a serene and festive ambiance in an incredible setting. Purchase concert tickets online at www.powellgardens.org/events-and-classes.
Immersive Snow Globe in the Conservatory: Step into a snow globe, where a new wintery installation offers a perfect photo opportunity in a cozy, festive setting.
Children’s Craft Nights: Every Thursday evening during the festival, kids can explore their creativity with hands-on holiday crafts, designed to inspire joy and creativity.
RETURNING FAVORITES:
Santa’s Workshop: Santa Claus will make special appearances on Fridays and Saturdays (November 29-December 21), spreading holiday cheer to young visitors. Mrs. Claus will join Santa for special story times on Saturdays (November 30-December 21). Visitors are encouraged to write a letter to Santa and make a free holiday craft daily.
Dazzling Light Maze: Guests of all ages can navigate the magical Light Maze, a sparkling labyrinth perfect for fun holiday adventures.
Cozy Warming Stations: Visitors can take a break and warm up at designated stations throughout Powell Gardens.
Join us this holiday season as Powell Gardens sparkles with joy and wonder during Evergy Festival of Lights! Tickets are available now. Advance purchase is recommended. Visit www.powellgardens.org/festival-of-lights for details and pricing.

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21Nov7:00 pmFear-Not Support Group7:00 pm TBD

22Nov(Nov 22)4:00 pm23(Nov 23)5:00 pmCreative Hand4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (23) Old Shawnee Town Hall, 11600 Johnson Drive, Shawnee KS

22Nov(Nov 22)4:00 pm23(Nov 23)5:00 pmCreative Hand Show4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (23) Shawnee Town, 11600 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS 66203

22Nov7:00 pmThe Kramers7:00 pm First United Methodist Church Kearney, 1000 East State Rte. 92, Kearney, MO 64060

23NovAll Day28DecA Christmas Carol(All Day) Spencer Theater, 4949 Cherry St, Kansas City, MO 64110

30NovAll Day01DecMystery of Christmas(All Day) Liberty Performing Arts Theatre, 1600 S Withers Rd. Liberty, MO 64068