Northeast News

Wednesday, December 9

Walk with ease club

At 9:30 a.m. at the North-East Library, this six-week course will teach participants how to walk and stretch safely, increase flexibility, and improve balance. Weekly incentives will be given to participants. Learn how walking can improve your fitness and help manage your arthritis pain.

Mural unveiling

All the students who worked on the mural panels of Scarritt Elementary will have a public presentation for the community at 3:30 p.m. at the Kansas City Museum. The students will discuss the concepts behind each mural section and show images of their work process.

KCM open house

The Kansas City Museum will hold its first open house for the preliminary design/space planning of the museum on from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Corinthian Hall at the Kansas City Museum (3218 Gladstone Blvd. KCMO 64123). At this meeting, architects (International Architects Atelier) will explore the following: 1. The concepts and strategies we plan to use, enhance, and expand upon from previous planning documents (i.e. gallery space, café, store, private rental space, etc.) 2. New concepts and spaces that will make the museum a destination, provide revenue, and address the needed form and functionality of the museum (administrative offices, collections storage and facilities, parking, etc.). Light refreshments and beverages will be provided. Translation in Spanish will also be available. Please RSVP to Anna Marie Tutera at (816) 513-7568 and anna.tutera@kcmo.org. For more information about the Kansas City Museum, please visit our website.

My Kansas City: the Heritage & Legacy of the Historic Northeast

This exhibition explores the important history of Kansas City’s Historic Northeast neighborhoods and its long-awaited renaissance. As one of Kansas City’s oldest areas, the Historic Northeast’s past includes legendary, lively stories and shared memories of magnates, immigrants, mansions, ethnic businesses, and more. From culturally diverse neighborhoods, active residents, and visionary leaders to iconic monuments and beautiful natural resources, the Historic Northeast has deep historical significance for Kansas City—and the resilience and creativity of its neighborhoods is a beacon for the future. The exhibition is located in the Museum’s Carriage House and is on display through Jan. 16, 2016. Exhibition Tours are free and self-guided from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday.

Thursday, December 10

ESL Class

Join the North-East Public Library at 10 a.m. and learn basic English skills: reading, writing, and conversation. No fee or books required.

Adult Thursday Games

Join other adults at the North-East Public Library, 6000 Wilson Rd., Kansas City, Mo., to play a variety of games at 10 a.m.

Friday, December 11

Chair Fitness

Join North-East Public Library at 9:30 a.m. for physical fitness. No matter what your limitations, maybe you can still reap the physical, mental and emotional benefits of exercise. This class is designed to give you a total body workout. Cardio, strength and flexibility exercises are all performed from a seated position.

Story Time and Craft

Join North-East Public Library for its weekly story time and craft at 10:30 a.m. Parents and kids will enjoy stories geared toward toddlers and pre-schoolers. Get ready for songs, tongue twisters and dramatic play.

Walk with ease

Join North-East Public Library at 10:45 a.m. for physical fitness. No matter what your limitations, maybe you can still reap the physical, mental and emotional benefits of exercise. This class is designed to give you a total body workout. Cardio, strength and flexibility exercises are all performed from a seated position.

Saturday, December 12

Computer Class

Learn what the Internet and your Internet browser can do. Class begins at 10:30 a.m. at the North-East Public Library, 6000 Wilson Rd.

Communiversity Spanish Class

Join the North-East Public Library at 10 a.m. to learn how to speak conversational Spanish.

Kansas City Museum Fairy Princess

Join the Kansas City Museum to celebrate Kansas City’s beloved tradition of The Fairy Princess. Share holiday wishes with the Fairy Princess, enjoy storytelling, performances, and hands-on activities, and take home your sweet treat. The Fairy Princess is available from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturdays, December 12, and 19 and from noon to 4 p.m. Sundays, Dec. 13, and 20. Admission is $10 per child and RSVP is not necessary.

Sunday, December 13

Holidays Around the World

Join the North-East Public Library, 6000 Wilson Rd., at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 13, to explore traditional celebrations from other cultures around the world. Learn about holidays in places such as Somalia, Mexico, Chad, and Ireland through games, crafts, activities, and more. Open to all ages. The Pendleton Heights Neighborhood Association will host its next monthly meeting from 7 – 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, East Independence Avenue.

upcoming

Breakfast with Santa

Join the North-East Library, 6000 Wilson Road, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, for breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus. There will be crafts, and goody bags and you can have your photo taken with Santa. This free event is sponsored by the Optimist Club of Kansas City and the Northeast Public Library.

Lykins Neighborhood Association meeting

Lykins Neighborhood Association will host its next monthly meeting from 7 – 8 p.m. Monday, December 21, at Eleos Coffee House, 3401 E Independence Ave. Join the neighborhood association for coffee as they review crime and grime, organize neighborhood cleanups and focus on creating a better community in Lykins neighborhood.