03/03/2012 - 09/02/2012
when: March 3-Sept. 2
where: Union Station
Educational, emotional and appropriate for all ages, the exhibit takes visitors on a journey through the life of Titanic. Along the way visitors will learn countless stories of heroism and humanity that pay honor to the indomitable force of the human spirit in the face of tragedy. More than 300 actual artifacts will be on display. UnionStation.org
Strings on the Green
05/01/2012 - 10/31/2012
when: May-October | where: The Raphael Hotel Courtyard
Fans of strings music may enjoy the performances in the historic Country Club Plaza hotel’s intimate courtyard. BowWind Trio inaugurates the third season. The series runs every Friday and Saturday from 5–8 p.m., weather permitting, through October. RaphaelKC.com/calendar.
5th Annual Tee It Up for SIDS Golf Tournament
05/20/2012
when: May 20, 8 a.m. | where: Swope Memorial Golf Course
Raising funds for SIDS education and support in Kansas City. Contact Melissa Merriam, 816.569.6956 or SIDSResources.org.
Pathway to Hope Golf Shootout
05/21/2012
when: May 21 | where: Sycamore Ridge Golf Course
Pathway to Hope brings support and direction to individuals and families dealing with mental illness. For details, contact Alan at 913.671.9872 or visit PathwayToHope.org.
Pink Boots & A Machete
05/21/2012
when: May 21, 7:30 p.m. | where: Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Often described as “a female Indiana Jones,” Mireya Mayor is not your typical scientist. As a wildlife correspondent, this city girl has found herself being charged by gorillas and diving with great white sharks. Part of the National Geographic Live series. KauffmanCenter.org.
Leawood Garden Club
05/22/2012
when: May 22 | where: Call for location
This month we will gather to tour the spring gardens of several of our members. Contact 816.363.0925 or jaguyn@aol.com for details.
Smoke Infusion
05/23/2012
when: May 23, 6:30-9 p.m. | where: Culinary Center of Kansas City
Discover how to turn your grill into a “smoke-infusion” oven with the help of Shannon “Firebug” Kimball. KCCulinary.com.
Jiggle Jam!
05/26/2012
when: May 26, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; May 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
where: Crown Center
Kansas City Jiggle Jam, the nation’s largest (and coolest) family music festival, turns five this year! Join in on the giggles, wiggles and jiggles Memorial Day weekend. Family-friendly bands Choo Choo Soul, The Verve Pipe, Trout Fishing in America, The Okee Dokee Brothers, Jim “Mr. Stinky Feet” Cosgrove and more. KCJiggleJam.com
Vintage Military Vehicle Display & Memorial Day
05/27/2012 - 05/28/2012
when: Vehicle Display, May 27 & 28, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Memorial Day Ceremony,
May 28, 9:30 a.m.
where: National WWI Museum
Celebrate Memorial Weekend with this unique exhibit and ceremony honoring our veterans. Performance by the American Legion Band. TheWorldWar.org.
Jiggle Jam!
05/27/2012
when: May 26, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; May 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
where: Crown Center
Kansas City Jiggle Jam, the nation’s largest (and coolest) family music festival, turns five this year! Join in on the giggles, wiggles and jiggles Memorial Day weekend. Family-friendly bands Choo Choo Soul, The Verve Pipe, Trout Fishing in America, The Okee Dokee Brothers, Jim “Mr. Stinky Feet” Cosgrove and more. KCJiggleJam.com
Vintage Military Vehicle Display & Memorial Day
05/28/2012
when: Vehicle Display, May 27 & 28, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Memorial Day Ceremony,
May 28, 9:30 a.m.
where: National WWI Museum
Celebrate Memorial Weekend with this unique exhibit and ceremony honoring our veterans. Performance by the American Legion Band. TheWorldWar.org.
Visiting Mr. Green
05/31/2012
when: May 31, June 2, 7, 9, 7:30 p.m.; June 10, 2 p.m.
where: Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City
Corporate executive Ross Gardiner receives an interesting sentence after almost running over 86-year-old Mr. Green, making weekly visits to the elderly widower for the next six months. JCCKC.org.
JAZZOO 2012
06/01/2012
when: June 1, 7:30 p.m.-midnight
where: Kansas City Zoo
This annual fundraiser features cocktails, coattails and cat tails! It is the “don’t miss” event of the summer so put on your comfortable shoes and save room for dessert. Must be 21 years old to attend. JazzooKC.org.
National Trails Day
06/02/2012
when: June 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | where: Ironwoods Park
Join the Leawood Parks & Recreation Department to celebrate National Trails Day. Stop by the Nature Center to pick up a trail map and participate in a Nature Scavenger Hunt! The event is free. In case of inclement weather, call 913.982.2433 to check the status of the event.
Visiting Mr. Green
06/02/2012
when: May 31, June 2, 7, 9, 7:30 p.m.; June 10, 2 p.m.
where: Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City
Corporate executive Ross Gardiner receives an interesting sentence after almost running over 86-year-old Mr. Green, making weekly visits to the elderly widower for the next six months. JCCKC.org.
Visiting Mr. Green
06/07/2012
when: May 31, June 2, 7, 9, 7:30 p.m.; June 10, 2 p.m.
where: Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City
Corporate executive Ross Gardiner receives an interesting sentence after almost running over 86-year-old Mr. Green, making weekly visits to the elderly widower for the next six months. JCCKC.org.
John Wornall House Garden Tour
06/09/2012
when: June 9, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
where: Wornall House Museum & Multiple Home Gardens
Proceeds benefit the John Wornall House Museum and the Alexander Majors house. Tickets go on sale May 1 and can be purchased in advance for $15 ($20 the day of the tour) at any Hen House location, The Brookside Market, WornallHouse.org or 816.444.1858
Visiting Mr. Green
06/09/2012
when: May 31, June 2, 7, 9, 7:30 p.m.; June 10, 2 p.m.
where: Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City
Corporate executive Ross Gardiner receives an interesting sentence after almost running over 86-year-old Mr. Green, making weekly visits to the elderly widower for the next six months. JCCKC.org.
Visiting Mr. Green
06/10/2012
when: May 31, June 2, 7, 9, 7:30 p.m.; June 10, 2 p.m.
where: Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City
Corporate executive Ross Gardiner receives an interesting sentence after almost running over 86-year-old Mr. Green, making weekly visits to the elderly widower for the next six months. JCCKC.org.


