November 2023 ... 

Holiday bargains at Annual Christmas Craft Festival in Burlington

Head out to Burlington for an afternoon of holiday gift shopping at the 44th Annual Christmas Craft Festival on Nov. 18.

Taking place at Burlington High School and Burlington Middle School, shoppers will be able to browse more than 150 tables, as well as a craft annex. In addition to handmade gifts, shop for boutique items, as well as homemade Christmas goodies.

The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 620-264-8484.

November 2023 ... 

It’s the Best Little Show in town for arts and crafts lovers

The Best Little Arts and Crafts Show will bring more than 100 vendors to town Nov. 17-18 in Independence. The show will take place at the Roger T. Sermon Community Center.

The 41st annual event will feature lots of handmade items, including Christmas wreaths, jewelry, ceramics, quilts, kitchen towels, candles, wax melts, paintings, custom t-shirts, garden lights, woodwork, and seasonal décor.

For more information, call 816-325-7370.

October 2023 ... 

Get ahead of holiday shopping at Walnut Fall Antique Festival

The Walnut Fall Antique and Stoneware Festival returns to town this Oct. 7-8.

Dubbed Iowa’s “Antique City,” this is the 15th year that Walnut will host the event, which offers an array of furniture, Red Wing stoneware, antiques, advertising, Red Wing art pottery, upcycled and repurposed items, and primitives. The festival is sponsored by the Walnut Merchants Association.

For more information, call 712-784-2626.

October 2023 ... 

Omaha Antique Show coming to town later this month

Promoter Sally Thompson is eagerly awaiting the arrival of Oct. 27-28 as the Omaha Antique Show opens its doors to more dealers and high-end merchandise at the Firefighters’ Hall at 60th and Grover streets in Omaha.

The fall show will feature holiday collectibles, paper ephemera, primitives, jewelry, and Asian artifacts. 

Friday’s hours are 10 to 5; Saturday’s hours are 10 to 4. Admission at the door is $6 for both days. Students pay only $4.

(Submitted by the organizers)

October 2023 ... 

Neewollah promises another year of family fun

Calling kids of all ages -- come out to Independence for another fun-filled Neewollah, Oct. 20-28.

The festival (simply “Halloween” spelled backwards), began in 1919 as an event for kids and families, encouraged to take the place of Halloween pranks and mischief. It’s grown into a weeklong celebration of community with an arts and crafts show, a 5K run and walk, a carnival, BBQ and dessert cook-off, a marching band festival, parade, live entertainment, and the crowning and presentation of the Queen Neelah and her court. This year, musical artists The Oak Ridge Boys close the event with a concert on the evening of Oct. 28.

For more information, visit www.neewollah.com.

October 2023 ... 

Adventure is in store for Columbus festival, hot air balloon regatta

Hot air balloon glows will illuminate the night sky at the 34th Annual Hot Air Balloon Regatta in Columbus.

The regatta kicks off on Friday, Oct. 6 with a night glow and continues with balloon races on Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8. Twenty participants from surrounding states will attend.

The regatta is part of the 54th annual Columbus Day Festival on Oct. 7. Bring the family out for an arts and crafts fair, car show, 5K run and walk, scarecrow contest, quilt show, and more.

The events are sponsored by the Columbus Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call 620-429-1492 or e-mail columbuschamber@columbus-ks.com.

October 2023 ... 

Happy birthday to Jesse James Antique Mall

Celebrating 26 years in business this year, the Jesse James Antique Mall and Furniture Gallery in St. Joseph will shower its loyal customers and newcomers alike with great deals on antiques, vintage items, and collectibles.

On Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8, visit the store for its anniversary sale and get 25 percent off participating mall dealers. In addition, come back Oct. 20-22 for Jesse James and The Rusty Chandelier’s “Let’s Make a Deal!” sale and save up to 30 percent throughout the stores.

For more information, call 816-232-0099 and 816-676-0662. You also can visit both stores online at www.jessejamesantiquemall.com and www.rustychandelier.com.

October 2023 ... 

Annual fundraiser encourages donations to the Clay County Historical Society

‘Tis the season of giving, and there are few more deserving than local nonprofit historical organizations such as the Clay County Historical Society and Museum in Liberty.

The museum’s annual fundraiser and trivia night is coming up on Saturday, Oct. 21 (6-8:30 p.m.), at the Belvoir Winery and Inn. Attendees can get in for $20 and enjoy refreshments and snacks while testing their knowledge of local trivia; a silent auction will also take place.

Throughout the rest of the year, be sure to attend the museum’s Third Thursday programs, local presentations of local historical people, places and events.

For more information, visit www.claycountyhistoricalsocietymuseum.org.

September 2023 ... 

Event will show off the best of Leavenworth

Just because summer is over doesn’t mean camp has to be.

The Camp Leavenworth Festival will bring together community members and visitors alike on Sept. 22-23 at Leavenworth Landing Park. There, you’ll enjoy a variety of activities while showing off all the town has to offer. Shopping, live music, games, and food will be available, and you can even shake your groove thing to silent disco.

A 5K run on the 23rd will allow you to burn off the calories you consumed the previous day. Registration is $35 for adults, and kids race free. The event has a $350 prize purse.

For more information, visit www.campleavenworth.com.