A guide to the history and natural resources of the Kansas City - St. Joseph area and surrounding communities

September 2010 Calendar of Events
 

Information in this calendar is provided by the hosting organization listed with the event. While deemed accurate, the information provided is not guaranteed by WindingRiver.com. Please see the web sites listed for additional details and updates, including schedule accuracy.
Admission Fees:	We do not include admission or participation fees in our listings.  Please use the link in each listing for information on applicable fees.  Many events may require reservations.
Free Events:	We try to indicate when an event  is free -- no admission fees, no event participation fees and no fees for materials.
Reservations:	Please use the link with each description to determine if pre-registration is required.
Additional Information	Use the links or contact information with each listing for additional information.

WindingRiver.com is made
possible by these local sponsors

Smithville Marine
Serving Midwest boaters
for 25 years

Kansas City Paddler
Canoes, kayaks and
paddling gear

Hollingsworth Peonies
More than 200 varieties of
peonies for fall planting

Kincaid Gardens
100% stainless steel
plant markers

Sparks Antiques and
Collectibles Flea Market
400+ Dealers

Kalin Custom Homes
Rural estates and
residential home building

10-12 September, Friday-Sunday, 9 a.m. -  4:30 p.m. (9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sunday)
Grand Festival of Chez les Canses
Re-enactors and volunteers present a glimpse of the late 18th century American culture and lifestyles of our colonial ancestors. From period appropriate clothing to arts and crafts, you will be able to share this rich segment of our heritage.
Fort Osage National Historic Landmark     [Web Site] 
107 Osage St. Sibley, MO      816-503-4860

September 15-16, 2010
Pony Express Sesquicentennial Events:  Pony Express Trail Trip
Jackie Lewin, Executive Director of St. Joseph Museums and co-author of On The Winds of Destiny: A Biographical Look at Pony Express Riders, will lead a group from St. Joseph, MO across the Pony Express Trail in Missouri, Kansas and Nebraska stopping at sites along the way including Pony Express Stations including Home Station #1 in Marysville, KS, Hollenberg Pony Express Station and Rock Creek Station and to Fort Kearney, NE. The trip will also explore the Great Platte River Road to Archway Monument.2010 Pony Express Sesquicentennial Event Program
The St. Joseph Museums, Inc.    [Web Site]
3406 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO   816-232-8471

18-19 September, Saturday - Sunday, 9 a.m. -  4:30 p.m.
Thunder on the Border
The antebellum architecture of Missouri Town 1855 provides the backdrop for this pre-Civil War re-enactment of skirmishes on the Missouri/Kansas border.
Missouri Town 1855     [Web Site]
8010 E. Park Road (Fleming Park),  Lee's Summit, MO  816-503-4860

19 September, Sunday, 1 - 4 p.m.
Traditional Irish Music Jam Session
All welcome to come play and listen! This event is held the 3rd Sunday of each month.
Irish Museum and Cultural Center     [Web Site]
Union Station, 30 Pershing Rd., Suite 700, Kansas City   816-474-3848