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The Story Center Speaker Series

The Story Center Speaker Series

Join New York Times" Bestselling author Mark Greaney about his latest Gray Man thriller, One Minute Out on February 26.

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Tommy Terrific's Black Cowboys of the Old West

Tommy Terrific's Black Cowboys of the Old West

For Black History Month in February, Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic will perform an educational magic show about the Black Cowboys of the Old West. 

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Magic and Myth in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter Universe

Magic and Myth in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter Universe

Join in a discussion of J.K. Rowling's approach to mythology in the Potterverse, and the expanding Pottermore website. 

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The Business of Coffee: Exploring Coffee Retail

The Business of Coffee: Exploring Coffee Retail

Come hear a panel of local coffee scene experts as we explore where the retail coffee industry is headed at this free, informational event! 

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Tragedy & Triumph: A Story of Hope

Tragedy & Triumph: A Story of Hope

Join Syrian violinist Mariela Shaker for a musical performance and discussion recounting her journey from Aleppo, Syria, to the United
States, the hardship she endured, and the success she has achieved.

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The Sandwich Generation: Caring for Aging Parents

Tue, Feb 18 2020
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Blue Springs South Community Room
Registration Required
Many young to middle-aged adults are finding they’ve joined the "Sandwich Generation," adults still raising their own children while assisting in caring for their aging parents.
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Tommy Terrific's Black Cowboys of the Old West

Sat, Feb 22 2020
3:00pm - 3:45pm
North Oak Programming Space
Registration Required
For Black History Month in February, Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic will perform an educational magic show about the Black Cowboys of the Old West.
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Military Service by African Americans

Mon, Feb 24 2020
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Red Bridge Community Room
Registration Required
African American military service history began with Colonial America. Most are familiar with Tuskegee Airmen, Civil War and Buffalo soldiers.
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Tragedy & Triumph: A Story of Hope

Tue, Feb 25 2020
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Antioch Community Room 1
Registration Required
A performance and talk that will describe the journey of Mariela Shaker from Aleppo to the US, the hardship she endured and the success she achieved in the US.
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Mad Science Demonstrates Fire and Ice (RESCHEDULED FROM 1/25/2020)

Sat, Feb 29 2020
11:00am - 11:45am
Raytown Community Room
Registration Required
Witness an incredible demonstration of fire and ice. The Mad Science gang will conjure up foggy dry ice storms, floating giant beach balls, and other flashy reactions that go POOF!
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Magic and Myth in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter Universe

Mon, Mar 2 2020
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Buckner Programming Space
Registration Required
Join in a discussion of J.K. Rowling's approach to mythology in the Potterverse, and the expanding Pottermore website.
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