Ongoing
Indoor Playground
Sylvester Powell Jr. Community Center, 6200 Martway, Mission
10/13/2009 - 3/12/2010. T/W/TH/F 9:30-11:30 a.m. Admission: 2.00.
Fridays Added! The weather outside may be frightful, but it is sure delightful in our Indoor Playground! Mission Parks & Recreation Department offers developmental toys, balls, inflatables, and a number of other toys and playground equipment. This is one program you will not want to miss!
Parents must supervise their children at all times. A ratio of one adult to three children is required, unless prior approval has been established by Scott Deschenes, Recreation Program Supervisor. If you wish to bring more than 3 children, call Scott Deschenes prior to arrival at 913-722-8228.
* No program 11/19, 11/26, 11/27 and 12/22-1/3
KidScape Exhibit
Johnson County Museum, 6305 Lackman Rd., Shawnee
FREE. Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Sundays 1:00 - 4:30. Welcome to KidScape, the museum's newest hands-on exhibit for kids ages 3-9. Designed to look like a suburban streetscape, KidScape immerses kids into a colorful, exciting environment where they can learn about community through role-playing. Enter into six enticing environments: bookstore, park, City Hall, hospital, fashion boutique, and theater.
All the activities are fun and engaging, and reinforce the idea that everyone is an important part of a community and can make a positive impact. Come learn and explore with us!
Call the museum at 913-715-2550 with questions. Visit the museum at www.jocomuseum.org
Blue Valley Parents as Teachers
We provide parent education, screenings, group meetings, and playgroups to families that live in the Blue Valley School District and have children prenatal to age three. Our website is www.bluevalleyk12.org/parentsasteachers Families can enroll online and read about all our events.
Tuesday, December 1
Blue Valley Recreation
Activity # 5505.202
3-6 years. Noon to 1:30pm. Resident: $23.00; Non-resident: $29.00.
Children enjoy creating a Christmas gift for someone special. A snack, theme stories and games are included. Join Sharon Hammer and Barb Dalbey for this fun-filled class!
Blue Valley Recreation
2½ - 3 years. 10 to 10:30am. Each Tuesday from December 1 to December 22. Resident: $55.00; Non-resident: $69.00.
Activity # 6353.208
4-6 years. 10:35 to 11:05am. Resident: $55.00; Non-resident: $69.00.
Happy Feet "Story Time with a Soccer Ball" classes ensure fun, exciting soccer skill and fitness development! This proven, 23 year old program is conducted by professionally trained and licensed KidSafe-certified coaches. Ages 2.5 - 3 years old.
Blue Valley Recreation
2-3 years. 9:15 to 10am. Resident: $19.00, Non-resident: $24.00.
Activity # 5574.210
3-6 years. 10:30 to 11:30am. Resident: $19.00; Non-resident: $24.00.
Time for reindeer games! Spend your morning with Mona Maisch as we prepare for the holiday season. We'll make a reindeer gift bag, paint reindeers and create a reindeer-in-flight project. Enjoy a snack while listening to a Rudolph story. Adult participation required. For safety reasons, no siblings allowed in class.
Blue Valley Recreation
3-6 years. 10 to 11:30am. Resident: $23.00; Non-resident: $29.00.
Children enjoy creating a Christmas gift for someone special. A snack, theme stories and games are included. Join Sharon Hammer and Barb Dalbey for this fun-filled class!
Pottery Barn Kids, 5208 WEST 119TH ST., LEAWOOD
Book Club Story Time is every Tuesday from 11AM – 11:30AM. Kids of all ages are invited to join us for story time every Tuesday. Members receive an official Book Club Card at the first storytime, and a special gift after attending five storytimes.
http://www.potterybarnkids.com/cust/bookclub/content.cfm
SMMC Life Dynamics Bldg, 9120 West 75th Street, Shawnee Mission
6:30PM For parents of babies aged 3 weeks to 10 months. Massaging your baby is a communication of love, security, and physical comfort. Babies with gastrointestinal problems also benefit from your loving touch. Pay by check, MC, Visa, Amex or Discover.
http://www.shawneemission.org/
Wednesday, December 2
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
SMMC Life Dynamics Bldg, 9120 West 75th Street, Shawnee Mission
6:30PM Bringing home your newborn is an exciting and anxious time. We will boost your self-confidence with our newborn care class. You will learn what to expect at the hospital, newborn tests and procedures, baby basics such as bathing, diapering, cord care, safe sleep, calming techniques, Happiest Baby on the Block and much more. This class is included in the Childbirth 5 week classes. $29.00.
http://www.shawneemission.org/
Thursday, December 3
Sibling Big Kids & Babies
SMMC Life Dynamics Bldg, 9120 West 75th Street, Shawnee Mission
6:30PM. Future siblings ages 3-9, will wrap a special gift for the new baby, visit a real-life newborn and experience a simulated womb. Check out the roles of big sisters and brothers with Professor Higabigaby! If you have a younger or older child that would like to visit the Special Addition Center before baby is born, please call 913-676-2297 to arrange a private tour. $16.00
http://www.shawneemission.org/
Saturday, December 5
Borders 9108 Metcalf Street Overland Park
Borders 15350 W. 119th St. Olathe
11:00 AM. Celebrate the holidays with Dr. Seuss!
Celebrate the season with classic holiday stories including How the Grinch Stole Christmas and others. Make a fun holiday craft and share your holiday wishes with us. Fun for the whole family. NOTE: this is NOT a costume character event.
JCCC - Carlsen Center, 12345 College Blvd., Overland
Ages: All Ages. Time: 3pm & 8pm. Cost: $15-$25. Celebrate the season while surrounded by the world’s most loved music and the warmth of friends in the comfort of Yardley Hall.
A holiday pops spectacular featuring our most cherished Christmas compositions will bring to life memories of youth and happy romantic times. Songs from Babes in Toyland, Up In Central Park and yuletide favorites will keep you reminiscing well into the new year!
http://www.jccc.edu/home/depts.php/001440/site/toc_events
Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm, 1200 Kansas City Road Olathe
Visit Santa in our Heritage Center and see our decorated Christmas Trees. Weather and ground conditions permitting, stagecoach rides will be offered along with other activities celebrating the Christmas season. FREE admission, $2/person for stagecoach rides ages 3 and up. Activities may include music, Christmas carols, making ornaments and other craft activities.
http://www.olatheks.org/Mahaffie/Events
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
Sunday, December 6
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
Monday, December 7
SMMC Life Dynamics Bldg, 9120 West 75th Street, Shawnee Mission
6:30PM Bringing home your newborn is an exciting and anxious time. We will boost your self-confidence with our newborn care class. You will learn what to expect at the hospital, newborn tests and procedures, baby basics such as bathing, diapering, cord care, safe sleep, calming techniques, Happiest Baby on the Block and much more. This class is included in the Childbirth 5 week classes. $29.00.
http://www.shawneemission.org/
Tuesday, December 8
Pottery Barn Kids, 5208 WEST 119TH ST., LEAWOOD
Book Club Story Time is every Tuesday from 11AM – 11:30AM. Kids of all ages are invited to join us for story time every Tuesday. Members receive an official Book Club Card at the first storytime, and a special gift after attending five storytimes.
http://www.potterybarnkids.com/cust/bookclub/content.cfm
Wednesday, December 9
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 12
Borders 9108 Metcalf Street Overland Park
Borders 15350 W. 119th St. Olathe
11:00 AM. Celebrate the Holiday Season with Beckett.
Celebrate the holidays with Beckett and Borders and don't forget to donate a book to our Holiday Book Drive partners. Give the gift of reading this holiday season! NOTE: This is NOT a costume character event.
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
Sunday, December 13
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, December 15
Pottery Barn Kids, 5208 WEST 119TH ST., LEAWOOD
Book Club Story Time is every Tuesday from 11AM – 11:30AM. Kids of all ages are invited to join us for story time every Tuesday. Members receive an official Book Club Card at the first storytime, and a special gift after attending five storytimes.
http://www.potterybarnkids.com/cust/bookclub/content.cfm
Wednesday, December 16
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
Thursday, December 17
Sibling Big Kids & Babies
SMMC Life Dynamics Bldg, 9120 West 75th Street, Shawnee Mission
6:30PM. Future siblings ages 3-9, will wrap a special gift for the new baby, visit a real-life newborn and experience a simulated womb. Check out the roles of big sisters and brothers with Professor Higabigaby! If you have a younger or older child that would like to visit the Special Addition Center before baby is born, please call 913-676-2297 to arrange a private tour. $16.00
http://www.shawneemission.org/
Saturday, December 19
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
Sunday, December 20
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, December 22
Pottery Barn Kids, 5208 WEST 119TH ST., LEAWOOD
Book Club Story Time is every Tuesday from 11AM – 11:30AM. Kids of all ages are invited to join us for story time every Tuesday. Members receive an official Book Club Card at the first storytime, and a special gift after attending five storytimes.
http://www.potterybarnkids.com/cust/bookclub/content.cfm
Wednesday, December 23
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 25
Christmas Day
Saturday, December 26
Kwanzaa begins
Tuesday, December 29
Pottery Barn Kids, 5208 WEST 119TH ST., LEAWOOD
Book Club Story Time is every Tuesday from 11AM – 11:30AM. Kids of all ages are invited to join us for story time every Tuesday. Members receive an official Book Club Card at the first storytime, and a special gift after attending five storytimes.
http://www.potterybarnkids.com/cust/bookclub/content.cfm
SMMC Life Dynamics Bldg, 9120 West 75th Street, Shawnee Mission
6:30PM Bringing home your newborn is an exciting and anxious time. We will boost your self-confidence with our newborn care class. You will learn what to expect at the hospital, newborn tests and procedures, baby basics such as bathing, diapering, cord care, safe sleep, calming techniques, Happiest Baby on the Block and much more. This class is included in the Childbirth 5 week classes. $29.00.
http://www.shawneemission.org/
Wednesday, December 30
Oak Park Barnes & Noble
The store hosts a storytime for little ones.
Ages: All Ages. Time: Wed 10am; Sat 11am; Sun 3pm. Cost: Free.
Thursday, December 31
Borders 9108 Metcalf Street, Overland Park
10:00 AM. Please join us for Miss Elaine's Storytime each Thursday morning at 10:00am. We have stories, crafts and fun each week!
Friday, January 8
Olathe District School Elementary Gyms
Ages 2.5-5 years old. Cost is $60. 6:30pm or 7:15pm. This new program is designed for participants ages 2 1/2 to 4 yrs old and will involve both parents and child in a fun and learning environment. Instructors will teach and demonstrate basic basketball skills and techniques and the parent will assist their child while learning and utilizing the skills in drills and fun games.
There will be Eight 30 minute classes on Friday nights at Olathe District School Elementary Gyms. Each participant will receive a Me & Mini Me t-shirt and participation award.
http://www.olatheks.org/ParksRec/Instructional
Saturday, January 9
Olathe District School Elementary Gyms
Ages 4 & 5. 10AM, 11AM or 12PM. Cost is $70. This new 3 on 3 instructional program is designed for pre-school participants ages 4 & 5.Instructors will teach and demonstrate basic basketball skills and techniques during the first part of the program and then break out the participants into groups of 6 to play in 3 on 3 game situations.
There will be Eight 55 minute classes starting January 9. Classes will be on Saturdays at Olathe District School Elementary Gyms. Each participant will receive a t-shirt and participation award.
http://www.olatheks.org/ParksRec/Instructional
Sunday, January 24
JCCC - Carlsen Center, 12345 College Blvd., Overland
Ages: 1-6. Time: Sun 2pm. Cost: Adults $12; Children $8. Join five colorful rag-tag dogs and a wise-cracking cat as they invite you to dance to the music of their rock 'n' roll band.
Raggs, the show's star, is an underdog with a big heart and irrepressible can-do spirit.
Raggs and the gang will give your preschoolers and young elementary students tips to help them gain bone-ified confidence in social and academic situations.
Bust a move with Raggs and the gang get up and dance!
http://www.jccc.edu/home/depts.php/001440/site/ChronList0910/20100124_Raggs
Friday, March 26
Olathe District School Elementary Gyms
Ages 2.5-5 years old. Cost is $60. 6:30pm or 7:15pm. This new program is designed for participants ages 2 1/2 to 4 yrs old and will involve both parents and child in a fun and learning environment. Instructors will teach and demonstrate basic basketball skills and techniques and the parent will assist their child while learning and utilizing the skills in drills and fun games.
There will be Eight 30 minute classes on Friday nights at Olathe District School Elementary Gyms. Each participant will receive a Me & Mini Me t-shirt and participation award.
http://www.olatheks.org/ParksRec/Instructional
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