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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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#15 Kansas City Zoo
August 21, 2010
What’s new at the zoo? A new polar bear exhibit has opened in 2010 at the zoo and getting great reviews. The zoo has been undergoing renovation the last couple of years, and is well on its way to becoming a dstination zoo. Take good walking shoes when going, as the zoo covers a vast space, is hilly and can be somewhat exhausting, if not prepared. New exhibits will include penguins. To learn more visit www. kansascityzoo.org. Located in swope Park, just off I-435 nad US Hwy 71 on the East side of the city. ^800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, Mo 816-513-5800
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#14 Moon Marble Company
August 20, 2010
A visit to the Moon Marble Company in Bonner Springs, just a short 30 min. drive from downtown Kansas City, will bring out the kid in anyone! Select marbles to collect or to play with, including handmade marbles. Demonstrations of marble making are given. To find out when these times would be, call ahead to 913-422-1432. Open Tuesday-Saturday. Mark your calendar now, for the Marble Crazy Show on the first Friday and Saturday of March. go to www.moonmarble.com
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