THURSDAYS THROUGH AUG. 26
From 2 to 4 p.m., all senior citizens over 60 are invited to participate in bingo at the Orrick Community Center, 111 E. S. Front St., Orrick. All games are free and prizes will be given for each game.
MONDAY, JULY 26-FRIDAY, JULY 30
From 6 to 8:30 p.m., a combined vacation Bible school for children grades third through eighth will be at the United Christian Presbyterian, 501 N. Spartan Dr., Richmond. Richmond United Methodist Church is a co-sponsor of the event.
TUESDAY, JULY 27
At 6 p.m., Football a la Femme will be in the Richmond Middle School choir room. The female-friendly football instruction class will be led by Kerra Bowers, along with Tim and Carmen Marshall. Cost is $25 and includes Bowers’ book, “Pocketbook Coach for Moms: Football.” All proceeds benefit the RHS football program. For information, call 816-470-6653.
At 7 p.m., the Rural Missouri ALS Support Group meeting will meet at Ray County Library to discuss research and the golf tournament.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 28
At 11:30 a.m., a complimentary luncheon forum for the state candidates will be at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 1600 North 291 Highway, Liberty. Event is free. To make reservations, call 816-877-0401 or e-mail anhn@tri-countymhs.org.
From 1 to 3 p.m., the Farris All Stars will hold auditions for the upcoming performance of the “Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Parts are available for students from 4th through 8th grade. For more information, call Sandy Hooks at 816-632-0600.
THURSDAY, JULY 29
From 12 to 5 p.m., a blood drive will be held in the mobile vessel in the parking lot at Ray County Memorial Hospital, 904 Wollard Blvd., Richmond. The drive is to benefit local patients. To make an appointment, go to www.esavealifenow.org and use sponsor code: raycohosp, or call 816-470-7383
At 7 p.m., GriefShare recovery seminar and support group will meet at the Old Union Church, 17990 N. Union Rd., Lawson. For more information, call 816-296-3854 or 816-296-3922.
SATURDAY, JULY 31
Beginning at 7 a.m., the Cowgill Fire Department and Cowgill Days Association are sponsoring their first firefighters’ rendezvous. The day will be filled with lots of food, events, vendors, craft booths, games for kids and adults, a parade, raffles and a street dance from 8 p.m. to midnight. For more information, call 660-255-4507.
From 9 to 10 a.m., AngelFood Ministries food orders may be picked up at the Church of the Nazarene, 411 S. Shaw St., Richmond. Please bring a box or basket to pick up order.
From 10 to 11:30 a.m., the Farris All Stars will hold auditions for the upcoming performance of the “Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Parts are available for students from 4th through 8th grade. For more information, call Sandy Hooks at 816-632-0600.
From 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Hardin-Central cheerleaders are sponsoring a SkeeterFest Barbecue lunch at the Hardin American Legion. Barbecue brisket and pork will be served, along with baked beans, potato salad, vegetables and beverage.
From 2 to 4 p.m., Hardin Ministerial Aliiance is sponsoring an ice cream social at the Bapsit Community Room during Hardin SkeeterFest.
Beginning at 6 p.m., Millville United Methodist Church, located at 43146 Highway K, is hosting its annual ice cream social, featuring homemade ice cream. An ice cream freezing demonstration will begin at 6. Cost is free-will donation.
At 7:30 p.m., Leland Jones’ Country Pickin’ is performing a benefit special for A.L.S. (Lou Gehrig disease) at the Country Pickin’ Theatre in Richmond. All seats are $10. For more information, call 816-470-2701.
SUNDAY, AUG. 1 – THURSDAY, AUG. 5
From 6 to 8 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church will hold its Vacation Bible School. The theme is “I Believe” and is based on the Apostles’ Creed. The church is located at 805 E. Lexington St., Richmond.
SUNDAY, AUG. 1
From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., students teachers, employees, board members and their families are invited to a Camden school reunion at the Richmond Shrine Club, 400 Wollard Blvd. Guests are asked to bring a covered dish for a 1 p.m. luncheon. Reunion-goers are also invited to a 6 p.m. dinner at Joyce’s Family Restaurant. For more information, call Marjorie Toloso at 816-470-6678.
MONDAY, AUG. 2 - FRIDAY, AUG. 6
Richmond First Church of God, 606 S. Camden Street, is having a week-long vacation Bible school for ages 3-12. The theme is, “High Seas Expedition.” People needing transportation can call 816-776-3561.
MONDAY, AUG. 2
Beginning at 5:15 p.m. with weigh-in, Weight Watchers will meet at the Ray County Health Department, 820 E. Lexington St., Richmond.
WEDNESDAY, AUG 4 & THURSDAY, AUG. 5
From 1 to 3:30 p.m., Kindergarten screenings will be held at the Ray County Health Department, 820 E. Lexington St., Richmond. Call Dear Elementary for an appointment at 816-776-5401
THURSDAY, AUG. 5
At 7 p.m., GriefShare recovery seminar and support group will meet at the Old Union Church, 17990 N. Union Rd., Lawson. GriefShare features video seminars by nationally recognized experts on grief and recovery topics. For more information, call 816-296-3854 or 816-296-3922.
FRIDAY, AUG. 6 – SUNDAY, AUG. 7
Beginning at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Lawson Community Theatre will present the comedy “Drop Dead!” at the Sellers Performing Arts Center, 600 Bob Gill Dr., Lawson. The Sunday performance will be at 2 p.m.
MONDAY, AUG. 9
Beginning at 5:15 p.m. with weigh-in, Weight Watchers will meet at the Ray County Health Department, 820 E. Lexington St., Richmond.
From 6 to 7:30 p.m., the Alzheimers Support Group will meet in the Common Room at the Ray County Library. For more information, call Robin Watkins at 816-776-5403.
THURSDAY, AUG. 12
From 10 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 6 p.m., Green Hills Community Action Agency clinics will be held at the Ray County Health Department, 820 E. Lexington St., Richmond. Call 816-776-5413 for an appointment.
At 7 p.m., GriefShare recovery seminar and support group will meet at the Old Union Church, 17990 N. Union Rd., Lawson. GriefShare features video seminars by nationally recognized experts on grief and recovery topics. For more information, call 816-296-3854 or 816-296-3922.
MONDAY, AUG. 16
Beginning at 5:15 p.m. with weigh-in, Weight Watchers will meet at the Ray County Health Department, 820 E. Lexington St., Richmond.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 18
At 6:30 p.m., the Bob Ross Painting Class, sponsored by the Ray County Community Arts Association, will be held at the United Christian Presbyterian Church. The church is located at 501 N. Spartan Drive in Richmond. The class will be taught by a certified Bob Ross instructor. The fee is $40 and includes instruction and supplies.
THURSDAY, AUG. 19
From 10 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 6 p.m., Green Hills Community Action Agency clinics will be held at the Ray County Health Department, 820 E. Lexington St., Richmond. Call 816-776-5413 for an appointment.
At 7 p.m., GriefShare recovery seminar and support group will meet at the Old Union Church, 17990 N. Union Rd., Lawson. GriefShare features video seminars by nationally recognized experts on grief and recovery topics. For more information, call 816-296-3854 or 816-296-3922.
MONDAY, AUG. 23
Beginning at 5:15 p.m. with weigh-in, Weight Watchers will meet at the Ray County Health Department, 820 E. Lexington St., Richmond.
