Music for the Birds--Roger Wilder --Jazz Quartet3/14/2010 Re-scheduled concert - originally planned for February 21 that was canceled due to weather conditions. Tickets for February 21 will be honored, of course!
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Spring "Stay-Cation" Make a Fairy Terrarium (KIDS)3/16/2010 Enjoy this magical event--making a "Fairy" Terrarium! A terrarium is a miniature landscape with living plants. These tiny terrariums have become very popular over the past few years. You will learn what it's like to be a real fairy with wings and get to take home your terrarium to keep! Adult Supervision Required. Call in your reservation" 913-685-3604 or e-mail : volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Spring "Stay-Cation" Make a Fairy Terrarium! (KIDS)3/18/2010 Enjoy this magical event--making a "Fairy" Terrarium! A terrarium is a miniature landscape with living plants. These tiny terrariums have become very popular over the past few years. You will learn what it's like to be a real fairy with wings and get to take home your terrarium to keep! Adult Supervision Required. Call in your reservation" 913-685-3604 or e-mail : volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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First Day of Spring - Celebrate Spring!3/20/2010 First Day of Spring! Celebrate at the Arboretum by taking a walk and enjoying what has "popped up" after our very wintery winter! First day to order your bulbs for October delivery and help us make next year's display even more beautiful! Go to bulb order page on our www.opabg.org website.
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Guided Tour of Arbouretum & Botanical Gardens3/23/2010 Take a FREE guided tour of the Arboretum. Stroll through the gardens, celebrating spring blooms. Registration required by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mail: volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Learn, Listen & Identify the Birds3/27/2010 Join our bird specialist as he takes you on a walk through the Arboretum sharing his wealth of knowledge about birds and how to identify them by their songs and calls. Please dress appropriately (closed toe shoes and long pants are recommended). Bug repellent and binoculars are encouraged. Bird Walks are sponsored by the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop. FREE class, limited to 10 adults--space is limited, please pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing: volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Flower Arranging3/30/2010 Learn to arrange your fresh flowers in a beautiful arrangement for a special event or just for you! Reserve your spot in this one-hour class by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mail: volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Arbor Day Seedling Giveaway!4/3/2010 It's Arbor Day! Spread the green by planting a free tree or shrub The Legacy of Greenery Committee will give away free tree and shrub seedlings today! Call the Arboretum for details at 913-685-3604
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Easter Sunday! Enjoy the Gardens Today!4/4/2010 Happy Easter! Bring your out-of-town guests to the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens! They'll be impressed with Overland Park's gem of a botanical garden.
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Tree Care 1014/7/2010 We know trees provide us with oxygen, store carbon dioxide, shade our homes, and reduce storm water runoff. So why aren't we all planting trees? If only if it were that easy! With your urban conditions, planting a tree and seeing it reach maturity is a rare thing. In this session we will cover general topics such as a species selection, planting and pruning to ensure you are providing all that you can for your new investment. You may pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by emailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Mid-Season Blooms & Arboretum Hours Expand4/9/2010 Enjoy the "Mid-Season" show of blooms at the Arboretum--Mother Nature will have the last word on when different varieties will be at their loveliest! Come often and enjoy our extended Spring/Summer hours starting today --from 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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Basic Landscape Photography4/10/2010 If you've ever wanted to know how to take your landscape and scenic photographs to the next level, this is the class for you. When you are finished with your class you can move outside to the gardens and test your newly acquired knowledge. You may pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Friends of the Arboretum Board Meeting4/12/2010 Friends of the Arboretum, FOTA, Executive Committee Meeting. 4:00 PM. Open meeting. Visitors and volunteers encouraged to attend or contact 913-327-5771 with comments/suggestions.
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Guided Tour4/13/2010 Take a FREE guided tour of the Arboretum. Stroll through the gardens, celebrating spring blooms. Registration required by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mail: volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Hands on Flower Photography- Session 24/17/2010 Want to improve your camera skills shooting beautiful flowers or floral scenes AND enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum? The Friends of the Arboretum Photography Committee will provide group and individual instruction on Flower photography. This is the second of three seasonal sessions. Bring your camera (film or digital and camera manual), lenses, tripod, memory cards, spare batteries and knee-pads (if desired). Enrollment limited to 8 individuals/sesion. Dress for the outdoors. Register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Woodland Wildflower Walk4/23/2010 Join our two experts as they take you on a walk through the woodlands at the Arboretum to see the vast selection of native wildflowers in bloom. Ken O'Dell specializes in growing native woodland wildflowers and prairie plants and Lynda Ochs is an experienced instructor at JCCC --developing courses such as Environmental Science & Natural History of Kansas. Please wear sturdy shoes as the wood-chipped trails can be uneven and slippery depending on weather. FREE event, SPACE IS LIMITED. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteer coordinator@opkansas.org
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Woodland Wildflower Class & Wildflower Walk4/24/2010 Gain classroom instruction on how to identify the varieties of native woodland wildflowers in the Kansas area. You will then take a 2 hour woodland wildflower walk lead by our two native plant specialists. The specialists will identify the Arboretum's vast selection of native woodland wildflowers in bloom. Please wear sturdy shoes as you will be walking on wood-chipped trails that can be uneven and sometimes slippery. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Learn, Listen & Identify the Birds4/24/2010 Join our bird specialist as he takes you on a walk through the Arboretum sharing his wealth of knowledge about birds and how to identify them by their songs and calls. Please dress appropriately (closed toe shoes and long pants are recommended). Bug repellent and binoculars are encouraged. Bird Walks are sponsored by Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop, 10143 Wornall Road (816-942-4887) and 7347 Quivera Road (913-962-0777). While the class is limited, space is limited. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Woodland Wildflower Walk4/27/2010 Join our two experts as they take you on a walk through the woodlands at the Arboretum to see the vast selection of native wildflowers in bloom. Ken O'Dell specializes in growing native woodland wildflowers and prairie plants and Lynda Ochs is an experienced instructor at JCCC --developing courses such as Environmental Science & Natural History of Kansas. Please wear sturdy shoes as the wood-chipped trails can be uneven and slippery depending on weather. FREE event, SPACE IS LIMITED. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteer coordinator@opkansas.org
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Aromatherapy: The Fragrance of Calm, Beauty and Health4/28/2010 What is Aromatherapy? This class will cover what it is and the basics of using scednt for balance. Don't miss this extraordinary topic. Lenora Wuattoux-Ray, a native New Yorker, learned about herbs from her Bahamian grandmother. With a Masters Degree from Columbia University, she developed her interest in science and the effect of chemicals in our bodies. Come be inspired by her warmth, knowledge and humor. Clsas will include herbal refreshments, recipes and handouts of the topics covered. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Plant Sale Preview- FOTA Members Only5/6/2010 All Friends of the Arboretum (FOTA) members are invited to the Plant Sale Preview!
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Herbs with Lenora at Arboretum Spring Plant Sale5/7/2010 Learn with Lenora Wuattox-Ray as she talks about and demonstrates herbs during the Spring Plant Sale under the big tent. You won't want to miss this demonstration. Herbs available for purchase at plant sale. FREE demonstrations.
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Spring Plant Sale5/7/2010 Come out to the Arboretum and Botanical Gardens to buy your locally-grown annuals, perennials, herbs, hanging baskets, planters, hostas and selection of native plants!! RAIN OR SHINE! Look for the BIG TOP tent for the annual plant sale!
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Spring Plant Sale5/8/2010 Come out to the Arboretum and Botanical Gardens to buy your locally-grown annuals, perennials, herbs, hanging baskets, planters, hostas and selection of native plants!! RAIN OR SHINE! Look for the BIG TOP tent for the annual plant sale!
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Iris Society Members at Cohen Iris Garden - Q & A5/8/2010 - 5/9/2010 Do you enjoy Iris Gardens? Come visit the Arboretum's NEW Cohen Iris Garden. Members from the Iris Society will be available to answer your Iris gardneing questions. Call 916-685-3604 for more information/times they will be available
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Friends of the Arboretum Board Meeting5/10/2010 Friends of the Arboretum, FOTA, Executive Committee Meeting. 4:00 PM. Open meeting. Visitors and volunteers encouraged to attend or contact 913-327-5771 with comments/suggestions
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Stems Plein Air Paint5/22/2010 - 6/6/2010 Artists! Register to take part in the annual Stems Plein Air painting event from May 22, 2010 to June 6, 2010. Over $7,000 in prizes will be awarded. Visitor's come see these masterpieces in the works! For more information/registration, visit: www.stemspleinair.com or e-mail: stemspleinair@sbcglobal.net
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Learn, Listen & Identify the Birds5/22/2010 Join our bird specialist as he takes you on a walk through the Arboretum sharing his wealth of knowledge about birds and how to identify them by their songs and calls. Please dress appropriately (closed toe shoes and long pants are recommended). Bug repellent and binoculars are encouraged. Bird Walks are sponsored by by the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shops, 10143 Wornall Road (816-942-4887) and 7347 Quivera Road (913-962-0777). While this is FREE, the class is very limited. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas
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Good Food is a Blessing6/2/2010 Ever wondered about Vegan cooking? Here's your opportunity to learn from our expert Lenora Wuattoux-Ray as she shares her recipes, tips in vegan cooking. Class will include herbal refreshments, recipies and handouts of the topics covered. $20 per person. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Basic Photography for Kids6/5/2010 Children have a unique way of seeing the world. How better to capture that creativity than with a camera? This two-hour workshop will focus on activities that will teach them how to take an interesting photograph. We will practice techniques such as framing, composition, lighting, and camera angle. Any type of camera can be used in this class. Part 1 will be held in the classroom, the remainder of time spent photographing outdoors in the Arboretum. Class fee: $10 per person. Class geared for ages 9-12. Limited to 10 Children. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Basic Flower Photography6/12/2010 Flower photography at its finest! Everyone wants to take beautiful pictures when visiting the Arboretum or --simply in their own backyard. Carol Fowler, local photographer and FOTA committee member, will focus on teaching the basics of composition and lighting, as well as other techniquesto help you take interesting and beautiful flower photographs. This is a classroom session. Hands-on-classes will be held throghout the year to work on your techniques and skills. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Friends of the Arboretum Board Meeting6/14/2010 Friends of the Arboretum, FOTA, Executive Committee Meeting. 4:00 PM. Open meeting. Visitors and volunteers encouraged to attend or contact 913-327-5771 with comments/suggestions
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Learn, Listen & Identify the Birda6/26/2010 Join our bird specialist as he takes you on a walk through the Arboretum sharing his wealth of knowledge about birds and how to identify them by their songs and calls. Please dress appropriately (closed toe shoes and long pants are recommended). Bug repellent and binoculars are encouraged. Bird Walks are sponsored by by the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shops, 10143 Wornall Road (816-942-4887) and 7347 Quivera Road (913-962-0777). While this is FREE, the class is very limited. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas
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Stems: A Garden Soiree6/26/2010 3rd Annual EVENT of the Summer! Food, wine, music, art--all in the beautiful setting of the OP Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. $85 per person, $250/Paton.
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Herbs for Beautiful Skin/The Fountain of Youth7/7/2010 Learn to make bath oils and seaweed bath elixirs. These natural products will help to keep skin soft and flexilbe and re-mineralize the skin. You will learn to use herbs inside and out to help you with wrinkles, fine lines and aches and pains! You will learn how herbs can make you look and feel better. Please bring 2 glass jars with lids (either 2 oz or 4 oz in size) to hold the elixirs you make in class. Lenora Wuattoux-Ray, a native New Yorker, learned about herbs from her Bahamian grandmother. With a Masters Degree from Columbia University, she developed her interest in science and the effect of chemicals in our bodies. Come be inspired by her warmth, knowledge and humor. Class will include herbal refreshments, recipes and handouts of the topics covered. $20 per person. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Advanced Flower Photography7/10/2010 This class is deseignated for those who already have a basic understanding of SLR camera operation, exposure and basic composition. This class will explore creative techniques to help you take flower and garden photos that go beyond documentation. Carol Fowler, local photographer and chari of the FOTA Photography Committee, will cover "learning to see", creative abstracts, depth of field, fill-flash, macro photography and other topics. This is a classroom session. Hands-on classes are scheduled throughout the year to work on techniques and skills. Class Fee $10.00 per person. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Friends of the Arboretum Board Meeting7/12/2010 Friends of the Arboretum, FOTA, Executive Committee Meeting. 4:00 PM. Open meeting. Visitors and volunteers encouraged to attend or contact 913-327-5771 with comments/suggestions
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Friends of Arboreum Board Meeting8/9/2010 Friends of the Arboretum, FOTA, Executive Committee Meeting. 4:00 PM. Open meeting. Visitors and volunteers encouraged to attend or contact 913-327-5771 with comments/suggestions
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Open House On The Prairie8/21/2010 Join our dedicated group of Prairie volunteers who have been working since 2002 to restore 160 acres of existing Arboretum land, south of Wolf Creek, into native prairie. See the native grasses, wildflowers in bloom, wildlife food plots, Prickly Pear Caactus Glade and prairie birds. This will be a walking tour with stops along the way to learn about each area of the developing prairie. Please dress for heat, sun, wind and unpredictable weather with boots (no open toe shoes or sandals) as the terrain is often uneven. Bottled water recommended. No accommodations for mobility challenged individuals will be available. Each tour group is limited to 12. Please call 913-685-3604 to reserve a time. Tours will start every twenty minutes beginning at 10:00 am. with the last group at 1:00 p.m. Adults only, please. This event is FREE. Parking will be at the Prairie "Old Home Site Entrance Gate," 0.8 miles south of 179th on the west wide of Antioch Road. Follow signs at gate entrance.
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Herbs- The Harvest..Medicinal, Culinary, Aromatherapy9/1/2010 A total review of past herb classes plus preparation of the herb garden for the fall-winter season. This includes a walk in the Herb Garden and instructions to prepare your herb garden for winter. Lenora Wauttoux-Ray, a native New Yorker, learned about herbs from her Bahamian grandmother. With a Masters Degree from Columbia University, she developed her interest in science and the effect of chemicals in our bodies. Come be inspired by her warmth, knowledge and humor. Class will include herbal refreshments and recipes. $20 per person. Pre-reserve by calling 913-685-3604 or e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Friends of the Arboretum Board Meeting9/13/2010 Friends of the Arboretum, FOTA, Executive Committee Meeting. 4:00 PM. Open meeting. Visitors and volunteers encouraged to attend or contact 913-327-5771 with comments/suggestions
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OP Council President's Green Space Golf Tournament9/24/2010 This annual event is always a great day of golf and camaraderie for Overland Park's business leaders, city staff and elected officials! All proceeds and benefits go directly to the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.
Day begins with registration and a continental breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Format is 18-hole, 4-person team scramble. Package gifts for all players, lunch buffet and awards. For registration, go to: http://www.artsandrec-op.org/join_support_golf.html
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Learn, Listen & Identify the Birds9/25/2010 Join our bird specialist as he takes you on a walk through the Arboretum sharing his wealth of knowledge about birds and how to identify them by their songs and calls. Please dress appropriately (closed toe shoes and long pants are recommended). Bug repellent and binoculars are encouraged. Bird Walks are sponsored by by the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shops, 10143 Wornall Road (816-942-4887) and 7347 Quivera Road (913-962-0777). While this is FREE, the class is very limited. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas
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Tree Care 1019/25/2010 We know trees provide us with oxygen, store carbon dioxide, shade our homes, and reduce storm water runoff. So why aren't we all planting trees? If only if it were that easy! With your urban conditions, planting a tree and seeing it reach maturity is a rare thing. In this session we will cover general topics such as a species selection, planting and pruning to ensure you are providing all that you can for your new investment. You may pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by emailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Arts-4-Kids10/2/2010 Round up your kids and come out to the Arboretum for a full day of fun. Featured events include arts and crafts using garden and woodlands items...hedge apple games, sidewalk art, face painting, story tellers, puppets, hay wagon rides, hot dogs, drinks... and much much more!
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Arts-4-Kids10/3/2010 Round up your kids and come out to the Arboretum for a full day of fun. Featured events include arts and crafts using garden and woodlands items...hedge apple games, sidewalk art, face painting, story tellers, puppets, hay wagon rides, hot dogs, drinks... and much much more!
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Friends of the Arboretum Board Meeting10/11/2010 Friends of the Arboretum, FOTA, Executive Committee Meeting. 4:00 PM. Open meeting. Visitors and volunteers encouraged to attend or contact 913-327-5771 with comments/suggestions
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Hands on flower Photography - Session 310/23/2010 Want to improve your camera skills shooting beautiful flowers or floral scenes AND enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum? The Friends of the Arboretum Photography Committee will provide group and individual instruction on Flower photography. This is the first of three seasonal sessions. Bring your camera (film or digital and camera manual), lenses, tripod, memory cards, spare batteries and knee-pads (if desired). Enrollment limited to 8 individuals/sesion. Dress for the outdoors. Register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas.org
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Learn, Listen & Identify the Birds10/30/2010 Join our bird specialist as he takes you on a walk through the Arboretum sharing his wealth of knowledge about birds and how to identify them by their songs and calls. Please dress appropriately (closed toe shoes and long pants are recommended). Bug repellent and binoculars are encouraged. Bird Walks are sponsored by by the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shops, 10143 Wornall Road (816-942-4887) and 7347 Quivera Road (913-962-0777). While this is FREE, the class is very limited. Pre-register by calling 913-685-3604 or by e-mailing volunteercoordinator@opkansas
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Friends of the Arboretum Board Meeting11/8/2010 Friends of the Arboretum, FOTA, Executive Committee Meeting. 4:00 PM. Open meeting. Visitors and volunteers encouraged to attend or contact 913-327-5771 with comments/suggestions
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Holiday Luminary Walk11/26/2010 Picture this! A mile of Candlelit Trails, Holiday Music Galore, Lighted Displays, Refreshments and Santa Clause! Bring family, friends to enjoy this special tradition in Kansas City!
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Holiday Luminary Walk11/27/2010 Picture this! A mile of Candlelit Trails, Holiday Music Galore, Lighted Displays, Refreshments and Santa Clause! Bring family, friends to enjoy this special tradition in Kansas City!
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Holiday Luminary Walk12/3/2010 Picture this! A mile of Candlelit Trails, Holiday Music Galore, Lighted Displays, Refreshments and Santa Clause! Bring family, friends to enjoy this special tradition in Kansas City!
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Holiday Luminary Walk12/4/2010 Picture this! A mile of Candlelit Trails, Holiday Music Galore, Lighted Displays, Refreshments and Santa Clause! Bring family, friends to enjoy this special tradition in Kansas City!
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Friends of the Arboretum Board Meeting12/13/2010 Friends of the Arboretum, FOTA, Executive Committee Meeting. 4:00 PM. Open meeting. Visitors and volunteers encouraged to attend or contact 913-327-5771 with comments/suggestions
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