Main Street Parkville Association has invited the Parkville Chamber of Commerce to take part in the 4th of July Beer Garden as a special shared fund raiser. The Camber is asking for help with the Beer Garden and MSPA is asking for help with all the other aspects of the celebration's events including the parade.
The Beer Garden will be located on Ball Field One, (intersection of McAfee & East Street, near the Farmers Market), on the 4th of July and open for business from 5:00 - 10:00 PM.
Beer Garden Volunteer Duties and Shifts:
Volunteer duties will include checking ID's, applying wristbands to those of age, collecting money and serving beer.
The Parkville Chamber of Commerce is responsible to man three shifts with three volunteers per shift. If you are interested in helping with the Beer Garden please click here and provide your name, desired shift, mobile telephone number and t-shirt size.
Shifts: 4:30 - 6:30PM (includes setup from 4:30 - 5)
6:30 - 8:30 PM
8:30 - 10:30 PM (includes breakdown from 10-10:30)
Parade and other event Volunteers:
If you're interesting helping with the 4th of July Parade or other activities please please click here and provide your name, home and mobile telephone numbers. We especially will need assistance in staging the parade in the parking lots at the Parkville Commons Center. Dannelle Nichols will then be in touch with you to fill you in on how you can help.
Parade Entry Applications:
If you, your family, organization or business would like to have an entry in the parade please click here for parade applications. This year's theme is "Our Home Town". Come join us and help make it happen!
Where else can you volunteer for a great cause, get a FREE t-shirt and have the best seats to a real home town parade and the BEST FIREWORKS SHOW? Only in Parkville, Our Hometown!
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Lemonade and Cookies at Great Northland Exposure Artist's Gallery...
June 12, 2009 Parkville, MO.- When I was walking around downtown Parkville, I noticed two women putting up a new sign outside Northland Exposure Artist’s Gallery that stated “free lemonade and cookies inside.” When I asked the ladies about the sign they said they were going to start the free lemonade and cookies for patrons of Northland Exposure Artist’s Gallery on Saturdays starting in July for the rest of the summer. Northland Exposure Artist’s Gallery is located 110 Main Street in Parkville Missouri. Come on down to view the paintings, drawings, photography, jewelry, pottery, stained glass, wood art, and wearable art; and, of course have some free lemonade and cookies.
HMS Beagle Science Club Dig...
June 12, 20
09 Parkville, MO.- HMS Beagle Science Club goes on a Paleontological Dig at Park University. The young Scientists were digging for fossils at Deer park location at 6th street and Morden Road on the University Campus. Gilbert Parker, President of the Kansas and Missouri Paleontological Society, was the instructor for this activity and field trip. Most of the fossils found were plant life from the Pennsylvanian Period. The digs will be on Wednesday s weather pending. For more information on the HMS Beagle Science Club Contact Carol or John Kuhns at the HMS Beagle Science and Toy Store at 180 English Landing Drive.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Parkville's Cruise Night a Roaring Success
Parkville, MO, 6 June 2009: The 2nd Parkville Cruise Night was, without a doubt, a roaring success. The comments were overwhelmingly positive and included many on how it could be made even better. It seems the event had a far reaching effect in the county with Riverside's Cruise Night being attended by only 4 or 5 cars and the Platte City event was called off. I had the personal pleasure of ferrying event attendees around the show as well as up to the shops in English Landing Centre.
My chauffeuring gave me a chance to promote Parkville and the excitement of our wonderful town. I had a great number of folks ride with me that had never been to town and an even greater number that had never shopped the downtown shops. The restaurants, of course, remain the greatest beneficiaries of this event, but Sunrise Soap Company, Rio Salon & Spa, H.M.S. Beagle, Florilegium, The Parkville Antique Mall, Subway, Bentley Guitar and Iron Horse Bistro all got very good exposure from lots of folks who did not previously know of these treasures. Tom at the Iron Horse said they were slammed, and Carol and I ate there that evening and enjoyed conversations on the deck with out-of-towners who had come for the event.
Personally, I enjoyed talking about our town to the folks who rode with me, and I enjoyed the comments and the opportunity to pass out brochures and coupons for the businesses. I was asked lots of questions about the town, our people and the university. I was often asked, "how is the town doing?" I was able to give a truthful, upbeat evaluation of the economy as it has impacted Parkville, and the vast majority said they would be back, soon.
On a sour note it was noted that many shops in downtown were closed too early (one even closed an hour early) and after the show, with the exception of English Landing shops, the cruise night participants had no where to spend their money after they ate at the downtown restaurants.
I had the pleasure to chauffeuring Kathy Dusenbury to English Landing Park for a picnic under a shelter. Finally, and certainly not least, I wish to thank Dale Brouk of the National Golf Club for the loan of a 4-passenger, electric golfcart, Additionally, I want to say how impressed and grateful I was for the assistance given to me by the staff at the Deuce and the National. The cart was festooned with banners stating that the "free ride" was courtesy of the National. The pick up and return of the cart was handled flawlessly by Tom Hutsler. This is just another example of the cooperation amoung several individuals and entities that makes this town so great.
==JFK==
My chauffeuring gave me a chance to promote Parkville and the excitement of our wonderful town. I had a great number of folks ride with me that had never been to town and an even greater number that had never shopped the downtown shops. The restaurants, of course, remain the greatest beneficiaries of this event, but Sunrise Soap Company, Rio Salon & Spa, H.M.S. Beagle, Florilegium, The Parkville Antique Mall, Subway, Bentley Guitar and Iron Horse Bistro all got very good exposure from lots of folks who did not previously know of these treasures. Tom at the Iron Horse said they were slammed, and Carol and I ate there that evening and enjoyed conversations on the deck with out-of-towners who had come for the event.
Personally, I enjoyed talking about our town to the folks who rode with me, and I enjoyed the comments and the opportunity to pass out brochures and coupons for the businesses. I was asked lots of questions about the town, our people and the university. I was often asked, "how is the town doing?" I was able to give a truthful, upbeat evaluation of the economy as it has impacted Parkville, and the vast majority said they would be back, soon.
On a sour note it was noted that many shops in downtown were closed too early (one even closed an hour early) and after the show, with the exception of English Landing shops, the cruise night participants had no where to spend their money after they ate at the downtown restaurants.
I had the pleasure to chauffeuring Kathy Dusenbury to English Landing Park for a picnic under a shelter. Finally, and certainly not least, I wish to thank Dale Brouk of the National Golf Club for the loan of a 4-passenger, electric golfcart, Additionally, I want to say how impressed and grateful I was for the assistance given to me by the staff at the Deuce and the National. The cart was festooned with banners stating that the "free ride" was courtesy of the National. The pick up and return of the cart was handled flawlessly by Tom Hutsler. This is just another example of the cooperation amoung several individuals and entities that makes this town so great.
==JFK==
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Bill Grigsby, a pillar of the community, devotes time and energy into what makes him successful ," He brings the best out in people." When Bill speaks, people listen and we should all listen a little more.
Bill, nicknamed the "Prince", by his esteem audience is well deserving of the title. I'm not sure who bestowed the title, but it sure fits the man.
I will continue to speak highly of those who make a marked difference in our community and in our lives. He who gives is deserving of praise.
Bill, nicknamed the "Prince", by his esteem audience is well deserving of the title. I'm not sure who bestowed the title, but it sure fits the man.
I will continue to speak highly of those who make a marked difference in our community and in our lives. He who gives is deserving of praise.
Friday, June 5, 2009
Parkville's River Jam
14th Annual Parkville Blues/Jazz and Fine Arts River Jam
Parkville, MO-The Parkville Community Development Corporation and all the volunteers of the Blues/Jazz and Fine Arts River Jam planning committee proudly announce the 14th annual Blues/Jazz and Fine Arts River Jam on June 19th and 20th in beautiful English Landing Park, on the banks of the Missouri River in Parkville, MO. In part due to our continued sponsors and our dedicated volunteers this is the longest running blues/jazz festival in the area.
Eight international, national and regionally acclaimed Blues and Jazz bands will perform at this year’s event. Our line-up features Stacy Mitchart from Nashville, Tennessee, world renowned Jazz artist Angela Hagenbach, Roger (Hurricane) Wilson from Atlanta, Georgia, with Levee Town, Harper from Australia, The Sons of Brazil, the Tommy Andrew’s Band, the Rev. Jimmie Bratcher, The Skip Hawkin’s Band and the Parkville Community Band.
Whether decorating a new home or just acquiring that “one of a kind” painting we also showcase a juried art show from approximately 40 regional artists whose work will be on display and for sale throughout the festival. Such artists, many of whom are returning by popular demand, include Glen Garrison, (Wildlife art), Constance Smith, (oil painting & prints), pottery, acrylics, landscapes and portraits by many others. It’s time to support the arts by starting or adding to your collection.
Historical Parkville is the destination to spend the day shopping and dining with a wide variety of shops, including clothing fashions, re-sale, antiques and collectibles, wine, art galleries, home furnishing and even a science store as well as a wide variety of restaurants to satisfy any appetite. Let’s break the mall habit and enjoy the start of summer supporting Parkville. Remember, Parkville is close to home, but far from ordinary.
A special thank-you to our continued sponsors, North Kansas City Hospital, Kansas City Blue’s Society, KKFI FM 90.1, North Kansas City Beverage and the many others to follow.
Friday June 19th 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Saturday June 20th Noon to 11:00 p.m.
For more information contact: Linda Arnold/Mario DelCastillo/Karen Montgomery co-chairs call : 816-880-9026, or visit: http://www.parkvilleriverjam.com/.
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