Kiwanis Club raising funds
The Kiwanis Club of Harrisonville is fundraising to help support Harrisonville School District focused activities: Terrific Citizens at ECC, Terrific Kids at McEowen, Santa Calling for ECC students, Mock Interview Day at HHS, Burnt District Reading Booth and Book Giveaway, Reading Night at ECC and Kindergarten Reading at ECC.
To raise funds, the club is selling Wildcat bracelets, which can be purchased for a limited time with a donation of $25.
The set is an adult one-size-fits-all and includes four pieces that can be worn together or separately.
Those interested in a Wildcat bracelet should contact Kiwanian Kristie Fisher at kfisher2017@yahoo.com or 816-803-4247.
Tuesdays, through Dec. 11
Learn to code
Girls in grades six through 12 are invited to attend these Girls Who Code sessions that are designed to inspire, educate and equip girls with computing skills to pursue 21st century opportunities.
The sessions will meet from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Dec. 11 in the computer lab at the Harrisonville branch of the Cass County Public Library.
Seating is limited. To register for this free program, call 816-884-3483.
The library is located at 400 E. Mechanic St., Harrisonville.
Monday, Dec. 10
Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus
Bring your list and your camera and visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Harrisonville branch of the Cass County Public Library.
The library is located at 400 E. Mechanic St., Harrisonville.
For more information, call 816-884-3483.
Tuesday, Dec. 11
Alzheimer’s Support Group to meet
Cass Regional Medical Center will host an Alzheimer’s Support Group meeting at 6 p.m. Dec. 11 in conference room 1, located directly inside the main entrance of the hospital at 2800 E. Rock Haven Rd., Harrisonville.
For more information, call the Alzheimer’s 24-hour information and support line at 800-272-3900.
Wednesday, Dec. 12
COPD Support Group to meet
Cass Regional Medical Center will host a COPD Support Group at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 12 at Cass Regional Medical Center in conference rooms 1, 2 and 3, located directly inside the main entrance of the hospital at 2800 E. Rock Haven Rd., Harrisonville. This is the annual holiday luncheon.
This support group is for those diagnosed with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and their caregivers. Participants provide support to one another and learn methods to manage their conditions while taking part in everyday activities.
For more information, contact Respiratory Therapy Manager Gary Skiles at 816-380-5888, extension 4160, or email gskiles@cassregional.org.
Thursday, Dec. 13
Underground Readers to meet
Join the Underground Readers in a discussion of “The Afterlife of Holly Chase” by Cynthia Hand at 3:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Harrisonville branch of the Cass County Public Library.
Students in grades six through 12 are invited to enjoy some snacks and activities related to the book.
The library is located at 400 E. Mechanic St., Harrisonville.
For more information, call 816-884-3483.
Friday, Dec. 14
Free community health screenings at Archie City Hall
Cass Regional Medical Center is providing free health screenings from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Dec. 14 at the Archie City Hall, 302 S.W. Outer Rd., Archie.
Receive free blood pressure, blood oxygen and blood sugar screenings, and obtain a free total lipid profile, which measures total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides.
For most accurate results, screening participants are asked to fast for at least 12 hours prior to the screening and take medications as usual (with water only). No appointments are necessary.
For more information, contact Kacee Baldwin, MA, at 816-619-3000, or email kbaldwin@cassregional.org.
Saturday, Dec. 15
Winter Market at Mill Walk Mall
The Winter Market will have extended hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 15 at Mill Walk Mall, 2601 Cantrell Rd., Harrisonville.
The market features vendors with a wide variety of merchandise, including arts, crafts and farm goods.
Saturday, Dec. 15
Celebrate the season
The Harrisonville branch of the Cass County Public Library will have a Holipalooza event for teens from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 15.
Celebrate the season at this multicultural event and learn about different cultures, customs and traditions.
The library is located at 400 E. Mechanic St., Harrisonville.
For more information, call 816-884-3483.
Wednesday, Dec. 19
Community Blood Center Blood Drive slated
Cass Regional Medical Center will host the Community Blood Center’s Blood Drive from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 19 in conference rooms 1, 2 and 3, located directly inside the main entrance of the hospital at 2800 E. Rock Haven Rd., Harrisonville.
To donate, bring a photo ID (such as your driver’s license), eat well and drink plenty of fluids prior to your donation. For medical eligibility questions, call 800-245-7035.
Appointments are welcome, but not necessary. To schedule an appointment, go online to www.esavealifenow.org (Sponsor Code: cassmed). You may also contact Stacy Sample at 816-380-5888, ext. 7510, or via email at ssample@cassregional.org.
Thursday, Dec. 20
Diabetes Support Group to meet
Cass Regional Medical Center will host a free Diabetes Support Group meeting at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 in conference rooms 1, 2 and 3, located directly inside the main entrance of the hospital at 2800 E. Rock Haven Rd., Harrisonville.
Monthly, Cass Regional’s Diabetes Education team presents topics on current trends in diabetes treatments, lifestyle modification options and topics of interest for those who have diabetes or who have loved ones diagnosed with diabetes. This will be the holiday party for the group.
The Diabetes Support Group meetings are free to the public. For more information, contact Diabetes Educator Liz Whelan, at 816-380-5888, ext. 6010, or email lwhelan@cassregional.org.
Friday, Dec. 21
Free community health screenings at Commerce Bank
Cass Regional Medical Center is providing free health screenings from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Dec. 21 at Commerce Bank at 1301 S. Locust St., Harrisonville.
Receive free blood pressure, blood oxygen and blood sugar screenings, and obtain a free total lipid profile, which measures total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides.
For most accurate results, screening participants are asked to fast for at least 12 hours prior to the screening and take medications as usual (with water only). No appointments are necessary.
For more information, contact Kacee Baldwin, MA, at 816-619-3000, or email kbaldwin@cassregional.org.
Friday, Dec. 28
Free community health screenings at library
Cass Regional Medical Center is providing free health screenings from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Dec. 28 at the Cass County Public Library, 400 E. Mechanic St., Harrisonville.
Receive free blood pressure, blood oxygen and blood sugar screenings, and obtain a free total lipid profile, which measures total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides.
For most accurate results, screening participants are asked to fast for at least 12 hours prior to the screening and take medications as usual (with water only). No appointments are necessary.
For more information, contact Kacee Baldwin, MA, at 816-619-3000, or email kbaldwin@cassregional.org.
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