December

Mrs. and Mr. Bob Cratchit preside over the annual Christmas dinner in the 20th anniversary of Missouri Repertory Theatre’s production of A Christmas Carol Nov. 25-Dec 27. Ticket  Prices, $22.00-$43.00. Youth, Tickets, $15.00. Call the Central Ticket Office at 816.235.2700.

Kansas City Chiefs Home Games

• Sunday, Dec. 10, Carolina Panthers Noon

• Sunday, Dec. 17, Denver Broncos Noon

• Ticket info: 816.920.9300

Kansas City Blades Home Games 

• Sunday, December 31, Detroit

1 • Friday

Lucky DeBellevue Art Opening • Runs through December 17, Johnson County Community College, Gallery of Art at Carlsen Center Mon.,Thur., Fri. - 10am-5pm Tues. and Wed., 10am-7pm. Sat. and Sun. 1-5pm

A Victorian Christmas • December 1 & 2 with the Paragon Ragtime Orchestra ardley Hall at UMKC 8:00 pm. Ticket Prices $25, $22, $19

Christmas Lighting Extravaganza • “100,000 Lights and Music” Free to the Public, Mormon Visitors’ Center 937 W. Walnut 7:00 pm.

Coaching and Mentoring • Members of management learn the  skills of supporting co-workers’ job performance with positive help and feedback. The Central Exchange: 816.471.7560 12:00 - 6:00 pm. $125.

World Aids Day Breakfast • Sponsored by the AIDS Council of Greater Kansas City will be held at the KC Marriott Hotel Downtown. $7.00 per person, For ticket info, call: 816.751.5166

Conservatory Jazz Ensemble • Performing Arts Center, 4949 Cherry St. 7:30 pm For ticket information, call 816.235.2799

Celebrating the Berbop Revolution • Upon the 80th anniversary of Charlie Parker’s birth, and to celebrate the bebop revolution of the 40’s, tenor saxophonist Joe Lovano assembles an all-star group to pay homage to the masters. 8 pm at the Folly. For info, call: 816.474.4444

2 • SATURDAY

Ceremony of Lessons and Carols • Rockhurst University’s Chorus, Chamber Singers and Women’s Chorale present their 10th annual Christmas concert. 7:00pm St. Francis Xavier Church, 52nd & Troost. Free; donation of a childs toy, gift for the elderly or non-perishable food item requested. Call 816.501.5828.

Powell Gardens Holiday Happenings • Grand Hall Performances. Enjoy an array of musical groups as they perform holiday and classical selections. Classical Guitar: Douglas Niedt, 1 - 3 pm, 816.697.2600, ext. 272

3 • Sunday

Powell Gardens Holiday Happenings • Grand Hall Performances. Enjoy an array of musical groups as they perform holiday and classical selections. Jazz Quartet: Doug Talley Quartet, 1-3 pm, 816.697.2600

An American Family Christmas • A landmark tradition holiday concert features Conservatory Singers and instrumentalists. 7:30 pm. White Hall. For ticket information, call 816.235.2799

4 • Monday

KTEC Kansas Leadership Technology Conference • December 4 & 5. Topeka. For more information, call: 913.296.1160 or www.ksbe.state.ks.us

5 • Tuesday

Kappa Kappa Gamma Holiday House Tour • This Kansas City tradition highlights four beautiful homes around the metro area, proceeds benefit Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault. More information contact Cate Buckley 913.451.5700 6:00 - 9:00 pm.

6 • Wednesday

Life Sciences in the 21st Century in Kansas City • Univ of Kansas Med Center, Batenfeld Aud. in the Student Center. 816.221.0555

Kansas City ITEC • December 6 & 7. For info, call: 913.296.1160 or www.goitec.com

Members on the Move • Networking Social for the Dec. OP Chamber Meeting. 5 - 7 pm, Georgetown Apartments. Located at 7200 Eby Dr., 913.491.3600  

7 • Thursday

17th Annual Ozanam Hollywood Holiday Gala • An effort of raising funds for children and their families. Call: 816.508.3608.

Greater Kansas City Council of Philanthropy • Holiday Reception. 5 - 7 pm, Four Points Barcelo Hotel, 45th & Main. For information, call: 913.642.8158

8 • Friday

The Nutcracker• Midland Theatre presents the Nutcracker, Dec. 8th - Dec. 24th. Tickets from $15 to $60. Call: 931.2232

Oh Holy Night,A Gospel Christmas • Joyous Voices Gospel Choir and Band, 8:00 pm, Yardley Hall, Ticket Prices $25, $20.

3rd Annual Small Painting Show • See Pastel work by artists John Roush, Jack Hettrich, Carroll Danbom, Donna Aldridge 6:00 - 8:00 pm R.G. Enders Gallery at Prairie Village City Hall. $3.00 per ticket or $15.00 for book of 6. 

9 • Saturday

Create the Life You Want • All day workshop for creating the life you have dreamed. Unity Temple on the Plaza. 9:00 - 4:00pm, Reserve Tickets  816.561.1627

Missouri Town 1855 Christmas Celebration • Fleming Park’s Missouri Town prepares for the holiday season.  Special visit form 19th century St. Nicholas. Adults $3.00 Youth 5-13 and Seniors $2.00, Under 5 free. 9:00 - 4:30 pm 816.795.8200. Experience Windows on the Past, a tour of Missouri Town 1855 lit only by luminaries.  Witness the ethnic traditional celebrations.  6:00 - 8:30 pm $7.50, Advance Reservations: 816.795.8200.

10 • Sunday

Powell Gardens Holiday Happenings • Grand Hall Performances. Violin: Alex Shum,     1 - 3 pm, 816.697.2600 

Decorating for the Holidays • Celebrate this festive season with the family! A variety of natural materials will be provided to create tree ornaments, tabletop decorations and special gifts. Powell Gardens 1-3:30 pm 816.697.2600

12 • Tuesday

Kansas City Express Networking • Networking social.  10975 Metcalf, OP, American Bandstand 5:30 pm 816.221.1212.

First Aid & CPR • Teaching the skills needed to administer aid in an emergency situation. SHC members $50.00 Non-Members $80.00 Safety & Health Council of Western MO. & KS. 8 - 4:30 pm

13 • Wednesday

Ensuring Cyber Security • Silicon Prairie Technology Association’s IT Network. Black & Veatch Ruisch Aud., 11401 Lamar, OPKS. 8a-12. For info, 816.221.0555 

14 • Thursday

The Magic of Christmas • Presented by the Kansas City Symphony. 8 pm Dec. 14, 15 & 16 with a 2 pm Matinee on the 16. Music Hall. For info, call: 816.471.0400. 

16 • Saturday

Sleeping Beauty, Kansas City Regional Ballet • 2pm Dec. 16 & 17, Yardley Hall, UMKC. 

17 • Sunday

Powell Gardens Holiday Happenings • Musical groups perform holiday and classical selections. Classical Wind Trio: Mariah Wind Trio, 1 -  3 pm, 816.697.2600

A Family Christmas • Presented by Kansas City Chorale. 2 pm at the Folly Theater. For tickets call: 816.235.2700

21 • Thursday

Mannheim Steamroller  Christmas • Kemper Arena 7:30 pm. A Sound, Light, and Video Extravaganza. Tickets from $25-$75 available through Kemper Box Office and Ticket Master.  For more info Call Cany Chorice 913.384.8940.

31 • Sunday

The Biggest Party • at the Hyatt Regency Crown Center. Ticket Prices are: $179 single, $275 per couple, $405 per couple with a deluxe room.  For further information on New Years Eve events at the Hyatt Regency Crown center log on to www.hyattnye.com

Science City at Union Station: New Year’s Eve 2000 • A spectacular evening filled with exciting entertainment options for the whole family. Grand Hall entertainment, Festival Plaza entertainment, Performance Park Entertainment.  Ticket prices, Adult $60, Couples $120, Child $30 (3-12yrs), Family of 4 $165. For info call 816.460.2020, 6:00 pm - 1