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#20 Get With Nature
September 1, 2010
The Kansas City area has many parks ideal for hiking in nature. The Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary, located in nearby Liberty, offers nature study, birding, photograpny and hiking in the beauty of a natural setting. Tour the Nature Center, browse through the gift shop, and take advantage of the indoor classrooms. There is also a Disabled-Accessible asphalt trail. For more information, contact info@naturesanctuary.com.
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#16 Shopping at the Legends
August 24, 2010
Legends Outlets is located near Nebraska Furniture Mart and Cabela’s at I 435 and I 70. Over 50 retail clothing stores, 25 restaurants, 15 entertainment style restuarants, several hotels, a movie complex and the NASCAR Kansas Speedway make up the Village West area. This is a short distance to Downtown, Overland Park, and the Northland of Kansas City. Go to www. LegendsShopping.com for a detailed map, directions and more.
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#19 Kaleidoscope at Hallmark
August 23, 2010
Celebrating the spirit and wonder of creativity, Kaleidoscope, is a place where children can be creative, have fun, and feel good about their own special ideas. The appeal is enduring, having delighted children and their families for generations. FREE, independent, art sessions are offered for children age 5-12 Durning the school year, reservations required. Call ahead to 816-274-8300 for times and space available. We like to time our visits to take in the eateries at the Crown Center as well. The one our grandchildren like the most is Fritz’s, where your food arrives via an over-head train car.
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#18 Toy and Miniature Museum
August 23, 2010
Explore generations of timeless toys and world-class miniatures at the city’s most unique museum. Several exhibits are currently featured. Girls of all ages will love the Barbie display, as she celebrates 50 years. Stay updated on events by visiting www.toyandminiaturemuseum.org. Located in the central part of the city, and open Wed.-Sat 10-4 and Sunday 1-4
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#17 Pirtle Winery
August 23, 2010
Weston, Mo. is home to Pirtle Winery, established in 1978.
The winery is housed in the former German Luthern Church. The tasting room is on the second floor. Honey wine, more commonly known as Mead, is the original wine in history. There are many stories attatched to the history of Mead. The Norsemen and Vikings are noted for their drinking of Mead and the English called it a love potion. It became tradition for a bride and groom to drink Mead from moon to moon and this is where the word “honeymoon” originated. Mead is a perfect after dinner drink served cold with cheese and fruit.Visit www.pirtlewinery.com to learn more and get directions. This makes a perfect drive on late summer, early fall days.
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