JANUARY 10, 2009

EVERY 2ND SATURDAY

HISTORIC WESTON

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JANUARY 2009

SNOW CREEK

www.skisnowcreek.com

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

Celebrate 2ND SATURDAY

on Valentine's Day

SHOPS OPEN LATE

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FEBRUARY 2009

SNOW CREEK SKI RESORT

www.skisnowcreek.com

MARCH 14, 2009

EVERY 2ND SATURDAY

HISTORIC WESTON

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MARCH 2009

SNOW CREEK

www.skisnowcreek.com

APRIL 11, 2009

EVERY 2ND SATURDAY

HISTORIC WESTON

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APRIL18, 2009

GOLD WING TOUR
Sponsored by Chapter N of the Gold Wing Touring Association, the Gold Wing Tour will bring 100-200 bikers from the midwest region to a gathering at Bee Creek Shelter in Weston Bend State Park. The group plans rides into the countryside and shopping in Weston. For more information, contact Dick Emery at westonbedbreakfast@earthlink.net or (816) 640-9916.

APRIL 4, 2009

The Weston Chronicle, PTO and

Girl Scouts are sponsoring a
community-wide EASTER EGG HUNT

8:30am at the West Platte Football Field

APRIL 25& 26, 2009

WESTON PARK BOARD FLOWER SALE
Get a great start on your garden with bedding plants with this sale sponsored by the Weston Park Board and held at the City of Weston garage on Thomas Street.

APRIL 25& 26, 2009

27th ANNUAL SHOW

LIONS CLUB ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

It’s that time of year again in Weston!  The 27th annual Weston Lions Club Antique & Collectibles Show is happening.

This event is being cosponsored by the Weston Chamber of Commerce and will be featuring the same great quality vendors as always with a few new highlights.  There will be a “Conversations with Experts” program at area shops where different experts in the fields of silver, antique filigree jewelry, primitives, porcelain, pottery, coins, pocket watches, vintage clothing, and antique restoration will speak on their area of expertise.   There will also be a drawing for a Weston Gift Basket for the lucky customer who guesses most accurately the number of antique buttons in an old

Mason jar.

As a backdrop to this great event, the Antique Corvair Car Club will be in town onSaturday the 25th to share their knowledge and show off their beautifully restored cars.

So come to Weston and spend the day attending the show and perusing the over

20 specialty shops and more than a dozen antique shops in the area.  We have great restaurants, wineries and a brewery to sate your appetite.  Come enjoy a 27 year tradition at the Weston Lions Club Antique & Collectible Show where you are sure to find a treasure while enjoying walking through a of piece of Weston’s rich history, in a one hundred year old tobacco warehouse.  It truly is a unique shopping experience.

The Weston Lions Club Antique & Collectible Show will host over 50 vendors.  All proceeds will go to Lions Club charities and Chamber of Commerce projects.  Admission to the show is free. 

Don't miss the other historical sites,restaurants and entertainment while you're in Weston. Spend the night at one of the seven romantic B&Bs or the historic hotel.

Just minutes north of KCI Airport or south of St. Joseph, I-29 to exit 20--then 273N

HOURS:

Saturday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Sunday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

TOBACCO WAREHOUSE NO. 1

MAIN ST.

HISTORIC WESTON MO.

For more information contact

Weston Chamber of Commerce

816-640-2909

APRIL 25, 2009 DATE CHANGED

TO JUNE 26 FROM 6PM-9PM

CEMETERY STROLL

OF THE PAST

Weston, Missouri           

Saturday, April 25th * 4:30 - 7:30 pm

Proceeds Benefit Weston Historical Museum and Weston Community Theatre

Explore Weston's Rich and Colorful History. Wander through the picturesque Laurel Hill Cemetery andsee re-enactors in period clothing portray "Lives from the Past" that include descendants of Daniel Boone, Robert E. Lee, Benjamin Holladay and Early Weston Slaves.

Musical Entertainment

$5.00 Donation includes

Collectable Program

Wear Walking Shoes

Laurel Hill Cemetery,

Welt Street off Hwy 45, Weston, MO

For more information, please call the Weston Museum

816-386-2977

MAY 1, 2009
Lewis and Clark and Historic Weston

Dedication and Lanyard Cutting

Weston City Hall

300 Main Street

6:30 pm

Refreshments

MAY 2, 2009
A WALK TO REMEMBER

Walk at 10 am

Registration 8-10 am by Weston City Hall

Contribution $25

A motorcyle event precedes the walk.

Contact ptfarnan@aol.com

Email: walk2remember_weston@yahoo.com

to sign up.

MAY 9, 2009
EVERY 2ND SATURDAY

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MAY 9, 2009

WOOF TO WESTON

10 am-3 pm
Fun for the whole family. Bring your dogs and come for fun and frolic to the Weston City Park.
The Micro-chipping available

from 1:00- 3:00 pm 
Enjoy the day visiting some interesting booths and enjoy the day.

Proceeds benefit The Northland Animal Welfare society  (NAWS)
Marie Mason (Bella company) cartoon drawing of dogs in attendance
  Pet Junkie
  Bella Company
  Dogs World of Fun
  Platte County Parks
  Rolling Acres
  Hy-Vee
  Ashley/artist
  Clown Group-face painting
  NAWS
 

MAY 9, 2009

Catting Around Weston – Benefit for Kitty Cat Connection

4:00pm - 7:00pm at the St. George Hotel in Weston

500 Main St.
Weston, Missouri 64098

Come join us for our annual fundraiser at the Rolands Courtyard - just around the corner from the beautiful historic St. George Hotel. Bid on our silent auction in the National Silk Art Museum located in the hotel. We will have lots of great food, drinks and entertainment. Al Richey from Animals in Need Thrift Store will also be presenting an award for Cat Person of the Year.

Tickets are only $15 per person and include one free drink ticket, food and free entertainment. They can be purchased in advance on our website or at the door the day of the event.

Call 816-858-4215 or email for more info.

Hope to see you there!

MAY 9 & 10, 2009

MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND
Mother's Day weekend is a stay at a B&B or the Saint George Hotel, dinner at one of Weston's fine dining choices, followed by entertainment, and a stroll down Main Street in the glow of the old fashioned street lamps. All of this after a day of shopping with big city selections and friendly small town attention.

Join  The Vineyards Restaurant  for
 Mother's Day Brunch
Sunday May, 10th

Bring mom (or maybe even yourself!) to indulge in Signature items like our Vietnamese Cinnamon Baked French Toast, our Fluffy 3 egg Omelets, or our Creamy Baked Brie with roasted garlic & fresh fruit. 
In addition to an extensive Breakfast Menu we will still have our Luncheon menu with Baked Sandwiches, Creamy Pastas, and Delicious Entrees.
Serving Brunch Every Sunday 11 am - 4pm  & Dinner from 4- 7pm
For more info visit  www.thevineyardsrestaurant.com
(816) 640-5588


Reservations Recommended due to limited Seating!

MAY 29 & 30, 2009

ANNUAL WESTON COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE
More than 50 garage sales will be held in and around Weston on Friday and Saturday, May 29 & 30. Offerings will include antiques, furniture, games, clothing, household goods and much more. Maps may be picked up in May at Weston businesses, participating garage sales and the Weston Chronicle, 18275 Hwy. 45 N. For more information, call (816) 640-2251.

JUNE 7, 2009 NEW DATE

WESTON KID'S DAY

2 a.m. -5 p.m.
Fun for all ages. This year's Kid's Day will be held on Sunday June 7, 2009, in the Weston City Park. There will be food, games, and drawings for prizes. Mark your calendar and kick off your summer fun.

Contact Kristine Lindahl at Renditions

816-640-2300.

JUNE 13, 2009

EVERY 2ND SATURDAY

HISTORIC WESTON

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JUNE 19 and 20, 2009

2nd Annual Summer Solstice Garden Tour featuring Country Gardens

Get off the beaten path and into the rolling hills surrounding historic Weston. This driving tour of 6 country gardens and 2 home interiors will give you a glimpse of the lifestyles of rural Weston.

9:00am-4:00pm

$10 advance sale.

$12 day of tour.

visit www.cottagegardenersweston.com

or call 816-640-5788

JUNE 20, 2009

Green Dirt Farm Dinner

On June 20th, Green Dirt Farm celebrates women farmers, women chefs, women cheesemakers and women wine makers.  Sit in our open air barn at a single harvest table as your four course meal with wine pairings is carefully prepared from farm grown, harvested, produced and foraged ingredients.  Cost of the dinner is $95 per person inclusive of a four course meal, beverage/wine pairings, taxes and gratuities.  Contact Tony Glamcevski for more details and to reserve your seat at our table.  tony@greendirtfarm.com; 816-522-7416

JUNE 26, 2009

BORDER RAIDERS

www.borderraiders.com

Join us for the fourth year of Border Raiders. An eight-day, four-state bicycle ride is an opportunity to test your stamina, enjoy the scenic Missouri River Valley.

Ride through some of the most inspiring history our country has ever known. Tour the historic places where the border wars ignited Civil War long before the first shots were fired on Fort Sumter.

This ride will start and end in Lawrence, Kansas, and will continue through Nebraska, Iowa, and Missouri before returning to Lawrence.

Visit the stomping grounds of John Brown, Jim Lane and the Freestate Jayhawkers, Frank and Jesse James, Quantrill’s Raiders and the Border Ruffians.

See the millionaire homes of Atchison’s railroad barons and visit the antebellum homes of Weston, Missouri on June 27.

JUNE 26, 2009

DATE CHANGED FROM APRIL 25

CEMETERY STROLL

OF THE PAST

Weston, Missouri           

Friday June 26

6:00 - 9:00 pm

Proceeds Benefit Weston Historical Museum and Weston Community Theatre

Explore Weston's Rich and Colorful History. Wander through the picturesque Laurel Hill Cemetery andsee re-enactors in period clothing portray "Lives from the Past" that include descendants of Daniel Boone, Robert E. Lee, Benjamin Holladay and Early Weston Slaves.

Musical Entertainment

$5.00 Donation includes

Collectable Program

Wear Walking Shoes

Laurel Hill Cemetery,

Welt Street off Hwy 45, Weston, MO

For more information, please call the Weston Museum

816-386-2977

JUNE 27, 2009

Green Dirt Farm

WINE AND CHEESE

On June 27th, Green Dirt Farm celebrates American Blue cheeses and Austrian wines.  Join us as we discuss blue cheese making techniques and learn why they pair so well with the delicate taste of Austrian wines.  Cost of the event is $35.  Contact Tony Glamcevski for more details and to reserve your seat at our table.  tony@greendirtfarm.com; 816-522-7416

JULY 4, 2009

JAYCEES FIREWORKS SHOW
Bring your blanket and sit on the hill side or sit in the bleachers at the West Platte High School athletic field to be dazzled by one of the most fantastic fireworks shows in the area. There's also music, food and lots of Independence Day fun.

JULY 11, 2009

EVERY 2ND SATURDAY

HISTORIC WESTON

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JULY 8, 10 & 11, 2009

WESTON COMMUNITY THEATRE PRESENTS "SEUSSICAL"

THE MUSICAL

Location: Performances in the old gym of the West Platte High School in Weston.

Admission: free to the public

7:00 PM CURTAIN

As a nonprofit theatre, WCT is always grateful for any additional sponsors, program advertisers or donations to help make this another great year for community theatre in Weston.

For information about the show or volunteer opportunities, please call Julie or Kirk Nelson at (816) 640-5811.

AUGUST 7 & 8, 2009

WESTON 10 MILE TRAIL ANTIQUE & GARDEN SHOW
The Weston 10 Mile Trail - something new, something different, something extra.

The Weston 10 Mile Trail Antique & Garden Show is fast approaching and is shaping up to be an exciting event. It is being held this August 7 & 8, 2009. The Weston 10 Mile Trail is a unique concept in antique shows where the show spans a 10 mile area in and around Historic Weston, Missouri. Enjoy the scenic drive to the four premier locations hosting dealers this year: Historic Downtown Weston at Beverlin’s Statuary, Red Barn Farms, Locust Grove Antiques & Interiors and Riverwood Winery.

Admission is free to each of the locations and all will have top quality dealers of antiques, collectibles and garden items. For a new twist on the show this year each of the locations will have food and drink available during the evenings (and some for the day as well) provided by local eating establishments. There will also be entertainment on Friday evening at all four venues. They are adding some artists to the mix this year as well. Area artists will showcase and sell their creations at the Riverwood Winery location.

Come Saturday morning at 9 o'clock to meet the Junk Mafia as they do their “junk in my trunk” radio show live broadcast in downtown Weston. they are heard on 1140 am radio Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Prizes given away every few minutes. Don’t miss out.

So come for the shopping and stay for the entertainment. Make an evening of it and stay over at one of the seven outstanding B&B’s or at the newly renovated St. George Hotel on Main St.

Go to the website, www.weston10miletrail.com, and print the 10 Mile Trail map to guide you to each location for a truly unique experience in antiquing, art and garden shopping.

Show dates and times: August 7 & 8, 2009. Friday 3pm-8pm and Saturday 8am – 4pm.

For more information, contact Show Coordinator, M. Lindahl at mtlweston@aol.com or 816 640 2300.

HISTORIC WESTON

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2009

LEWIS & CLARK 5K & 10K BICENTENNIAL RUN/WALK
Run in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark.

The 10th annual Lewis and Clark Run/Walk will begin at the historic Weston train depot (now Weston City Hall) and follow a scenic route along the river bluffs and through Weston Bend State Park.

Come enjoy a challenging course with a historic twist.

Awards presented to the top three in each category.

To request the final results of the Weston Lewis & Clark 5K/10K Run/Walk

email: westonmo@kc.rr.com

SEPTEMBER 12, 2009
EVERY 2ND SATURDAY

HISTORIC WESTON

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SEPTEMBER 12 and 19, 2009
Bullfest Rodeo

SEPTEMBER 26, 2009
Weston Bend State Park

CLAY-PLATTE TRACKERS

Walking from the state park to downtown Weston. More information call Phyllis Gull at 816-468-6012.

OCTOBER 3 & 4, 2009
20th ANNUAL WESTON APPLEFEST CELEBRATION ON MAIN STREET
Saturday October 3, 2009

10am - 6pm

Parade at 10am on Saturday

Sunday October 4, 2009

11am - 5pm

Weston Chamber of Commerce Applefest is a popular annual event known throughout the Midwest as one of the best fall festivals in Missouri. Weston's shopping district was designated as a historic site in 1972. That old town charm with diverse and unique shops, many of which are located in buildings that were built prior to the civil war, just adds to the ambience of this fun filled event. All the shops are decked out for fall.

Pressed Apple Cider & Apple Butter Cooked Over An Open Fire

Harvest Food Court & Market  Pumpkins, Gourds, Bittersweet, Seasonal Vegetables,  Apple Pie, Apple Dumplings, Turkey Legs, Brauts, Asian,

Mediterranean, Pizza

New Artisans Selling and Demonstrating Their Crafts Candle Making, Wood Turning and Carving, Leather Tanning, Basket Weaving,
Caricatures, Print Maker, Needlepoint, Raku,Weaving, Mini Hay Baler and

so much more

Children’s Activities & Games Sponsored by Weston Community Theater Special Events every 30 minutes • Activities & Crafts all day long and

so much more

Live Music On Main Street both Saturday and Sunday Bluegrass, Jug Band Blues, Boogie Woogie, Celtic Folk

and more

Parking will be available on the western and northern sides of town. There will be shuttle buses (including one handicapped accessible bus) running on a regular schedule from the parking areas to the festival site.    

Don't miss this fall harvest celebration in historic Weston, Missouri. 

OCTOBER 9, 10, 11, 2009

10th ANNUAL

WESTON IRISH FESTIVAL
On the grounds of O'Malley's
500 Welt Street at Short Street
Weston, MO  64098
(816) 640-5235
www.westonirish.com

The ninth annual Weston Irish Festival opens it's gates Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 10, 11 & 12 at O'Malley's Pub & Courtyard.  Great Irish music, piping, dancing, and storytelling, along with traditional Irish food and drinks are what you’ll find at the three-day event. 

The festival features musicians from across the U.S., Canada and Ireland.  Seventeen local, regional, and national touring acts will perform on the open-air courtyard stage as well as the two indoor pub stages.  A fourth stage, adjacent to the courtyard stage, will showcase the pipers and dancers.

The aroma of authentic Irish dishes - corned beef, Irish stew, bangers, and coddle will fill the air along with traditional festival favorites – pulled pork sandwiches, hot dogs, nachos, loaded baked potatoes, apple fritters and more.  A full complement of draught ale, stout and lager will be available along with other libations.

Please check the website at www.westonirish.com or call 816-640-5235 (Kansas City line) for more information.

OCTOBER 10, 2009
EVERY 2ND SATURDAY

HISTORIC WESTON

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OCTOBER 11, 2009

WIN A TRIP TO IRELAND
Second Annual Weston Wellies Race

All participants must complete the 1.5 mile WEARING WELLIES around the Weston Missouri Wellies route to qualify to win a trip for two to Ireland.

Your number will be put into a drawing and the winner will be announced at 12:30 pm at The Celtic Ranch in downtown Weston..

PROCEEDS BENEFIT The Hearing Aid Program at Children¹s Mercy Hospital.
SPONSORED THRU

The Harp & Shamrock Club

Go to www.welliesrace.com

to download the Registration Form

or stop by The Celtic Ranch at 404 Main Street to pick one up.

Founding Co-Sponsors

THE CELTIC RANCH

MIDWEST IRISH FOCUS

Other Sponsors

HARP & SHAMROCK FAN CLUB INC.,
WESTON BREWING COMPANY

WESTON IRISH FESTIVAL

THE COMPLETE TRAVELER

PIRTLE WINERY

BANK OF WESTON

5B&CO. CANDLEMAKERS

MCCORMICK DISTILLERY INC.

NOVEMBER HOLIDAY WEEKENDS 2009

NOVEMBER 14

The Holiday Open House, shops dressed for the holidays will participate in a window display contest, as well as stay open late, until 8 p.m. for Second Saturday, offering holiday beverages and/or food selections.

The city will celebrate its official tree lighting beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 14, 2009

EVERY 2ND SATURDAY

HISTORIC WESTON

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SPECIALS IN MOST STORES

NOVEMBER 20-21-22, 2009

28TH ANNUAL CANDLELIGHT HOMES TOUR
COME ONE, COME ALL, and

CATCH THE GLOW OF WESTON!

The 2009 Candlelight Homes Tour, scheduled prior to Thanksgiving, shares with you the wonderful Weston holiday season, full of ideas and decorations.

Keeping with Weston tradition, Father Christmas, in his holiday splendor, will light up the streets and welcome you to our town. Enjoy music in the homes and on the streets throughout town. 

Friday 11/20: *Evening HOURS:

6PM to 8:30PM 

Tickets~ $25

Saturday 11/21: HOURS:

12 NOON to 5PM           

Tickets~ $10

Tour Homes Only

Saturday 11/21: *Evening HOURS: 

6PM to 8:30PM

Tickets~ $25

These tickets are limited to 200 each night

Sunday 11/22: HOURS:

12 NOON to 5PM

To order tickets call 816-640-2909

DECEMBER 12, 2009

EVERY 2ND SATURDAY

HISTORIC WESTON

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SPECIALS IN MOST STORES

Opening Day December 12 at Snow Creek!!!
Weather permitting

For more information on

SNOW CREEK visit

www.skisnowcreek.com

December 31

NEW YEAR'S EVE IN WESTON

*AVALON CAFE * O'MALLEY'S PUB *THE VINEYARD'S RESTAURANT*

*SNOW CREEK SKI RESORT*

AVALON CAFE

avaloncafe@avaloncafeweston.com

CELEBRATION AT O'MALLEY'S PUB

O’Malleys American Brewing Company

Well, it's that time of year again folks. Our annual New Year's Eve Party is upon us. Call and make your reservations now as tickets go fast. Dial 816-640-5235 and we'll be happy to save you a place.

THE VINEYARD'S RESTAURANT

SNOW CREEK SKI RESORT

www.skisnowcreek.com