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“Cardinals vs Royals in Kansas City”
St Charles Parks Department
May 3-6, 2022
Itinerary
Tuesday, May 3, 2022
8:00am Depart for Kansas City with Rest Stop and coffee & donuts in route at Wright City Rest Area.
9:00am Depart for Independence, MO for lunch
11:45am-12:45pm Lunch stop at Chick fil A ~Lunch on Your Own~
Chick-fil-A
18785 East 39th St. S
Independence, MO 64057
Phone: 816-795-7775
12:45pm Depart for Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
1:00pm-2:30pm The NLBM opened its doors to the
public in a tiny, one-room office space in 1991 with a
dream of building a permanent facility that would pay
rightful tribute to America’s unsung baseball heroes.
In November of 1997, under the leadership of its late
chairman John “Buck” O’Neil, that dream became a
reality when the NLBM moved into its new 10,000
square-foot home inside a cultural complex known as
the Museums at 18th & Vine.
Since that time, the NLBM has welcomed more
than 2-million visitors and has become one of the
most important cultural institutions in the world for its
work to give voices to a once forgotten chapter of
baseball and American history. In July of 2006, the
NLBM gained National Designation from the United
States Congress earning the distinction of being
“America’s National Negro Leagues Baseball
Museum.”
(Credit: Excerpts from the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum)
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
1616 East 18th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
Phone: 816-221-1920
Traveling Exhibits
Negro Leagues Barnstorming Tour
The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum has created
unique national traveling exhibitions that offer
interesting and entertaining perspectives on the scope
and magnitude of the professional Negro Baseball
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Leagues and their impact on the social advancement
of America. (Credit: Excerpts from the Negro Leagues
Baseball Museum)
Discover Greatness: An Illustrated History of the
Negro Leagues
The NLBM has created five uniquely different
national traveling exhibitions that offer interesting
and entertaining perspectives on the scope and
magnitude of the professional Negro Baseball
Leagues and their impact on the social advancement
of America. (Credit: Excerpts from the Negro Leagues
Baseball Museum)
Negro Leagues Beisbol
Developed by the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
in 2014 to honor and explore the connections of
African American baseball history to Hispanic
cultures, communities and countries. This is a deep,
rich history with origins in the late 1800s. The
exhibition features profiles of significant baseball
players, a timeline of American and Hispanic baseball
history, and detailed baseball histories of several
countries.
(Credit: Excerpts from the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum)
They Were All Stars
Developed by the NLBM in conjunction with Kansas
City’s hosting of Major League Baseball’s All-Star
Game in 2012, the free-standing exhibit chronicles
Negro League players who became Major League
All-Stars. From Jackie Robinson’s breaking of the
color barrier with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947 until
1959, when the Boston Red Sox became the last team
to integrate, 20 Negro League players transitioned
into the Majors and became All-Stars. Today, only
seven of that illustrious group of 20 are still alive:
Hank Arron (Indianapolis Clowns), Willie Mays
(Birmingham Black Barons), Ernie Banks (Kansas
City Monarchs), Monte Irvin (Newark Eagles), Don
Newcombe (Newark Eagles), Minnie Minoso (New
York Cubans), and George Altman (Kansas City
Monarchs). The Exhibit showcases rare photos,
biographical sketches and other interesting factoids
designed to give fans a greater understanding of the
immediate impact that Negro Leagues had on Major
League Baseball. (Credit: Excerpts from the Negro Leagues
Baseball Museum)
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2:30pm Depart for overnight lodging
3:00pm Check into overnight lodging for three-night stay.
Drury Inn & Suites-Overland Park
10968 Metcalf Avenue
Overland Park, KS
Phone: 913-345-1500
5:30pm From 5:30-7:00pm every day, Drury Hotels
offers their 5:30 Kickback as a service to their overnight
travelers with a rotating menu of items and courtesy
drinks. Tuesday’s menu includes: Spring Lettuce Mix,
Baked Beans, Mixed Vegetables, BBQ Sliders, Baked
Potatoes, Chicken Noodle Soup, Hot Dog & Bun as well
as Chips, Salsa & Nacho Cheese. I will talk with the
manager and see if they can start the 5:30 Kickback a
little earlier—it doesn’t hurt to ask. We will need to leave
for Kauffman Stadium no later than 6:00pm for the
7:10pm start time of the game.
6:00pm Depart for Kauffman Stadium. Nick-named “The
K”, Kauffman Stadium with a seating capacity of 37,903
opened in 1973 and is the 6th oldest stadium in major
league baseball. With a $250 million dollar renovation in
2009 the stadium now showcases a spectacular 84’ X 104’
Crown Vision HD scoreboard as well as the largest in-
stadium solar array in MLB. The 120 panels on the
Outfield Experience canopy provide approximately 36,000
KWH of renewable energy each year. Our seats will be
located in Section
# 115 on Field Level.
Kauffman Stadium
One Royal Way
Kansas City, MO 64129
Phone: 816-921-8000
10:15pm Or as soon as the game is over, we return to the
Drury Inn & Suites-Overland Park.
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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
6:00am-9:00am Breakfast at our hotel at your
leisure.
9:30am Depart for the Arabia Steamboat Museum.
10:00am-11:45am We visit the Arabia Steamboat
Museum on a guided tour of some fascinating history
from the past.
Arabia Steamboat Museum
400 Grand Boulevard
Kansas City, MO 64106
Phone: 816-471-1856
In September 1856, the steamship Arabia was
carrying over 200 tons of cargo intended for general
stores and homes in 16 mid-western frontier towns
along the Missouri River. The steamer was still fully
loaded when it hit a tree snag and sank just 6 miles
west of Kansas City. Due to erosion, the Missouri
River changer course over time, and the Arabia was
buried underground for over a century—along with
all its precious cargo. Lying 45-feet deep beneath a
Kansas corn field, the Arabia’s payload was protected
from light and oxygen and was thus remarkedly well
preserved before it was discovered and recovered in
July 1987.
In 1991 the Arabia’s cargo was transformed into the Arabia Steamboat Museum showcasing fine
China to carpentry tools to children’s toys to the world’s pickles as well as dozens of guns and knives.
4,000 shoes and boots and all manner of clothing items. With case after case and window after window
displaying these remarkable long-lost treasures, 1856 comes to life in the everyday items recovered.
11:45am Depart for lunch at Jack Stack Barbeque.
12:30pm-2:00pm Lunch at Jack Stack Barbeque
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Jack Stack Barbeque
101 W. 22nd Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
Phone: 816-941-4309
Jack Stack Barbeque is in its third
generation of cooking gourmet meats over
hickory wood and has evolved into the
largest, full-service wood cookery in the
industry. Along with five Kansas City
restaurants, Jack Stack operates a
catering company that serves at events all
over the nation, ranging from intimate
gatherings to celebrations feeding several
thousands, and a Nationwide shipping
division that delivers their delicious
barbeque to anywhere in the country.
Menu Buffet
Entrée:
Beef Brisket
Smoked Turkey Breast
Barbeque Pork Spare Ribs
Sides:
Hickory Pit Beans
Creamy Coleslaw
Cheesy Corn Bake
Beverage:
Iced Tea
Soda
Coffee
Dessert:
Carrot Cake
2:00pm Return to our hotel for rest break.
5:00pm Depart for Kauffman Stadium to
attend the Cardinals vs Royals major
league baseball game. Our seats will be
located in Section # 115 on Field Level.
~Dinner on Your Own~
Kauffman Stadium
One Royal Way
Kansas City, MO 64129
Phone: 816-921-8000
9:15pm Or as soon as the game is over, we return to the Drury Inn & Suites-Overland Park.
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Thursday, May 5, 2022
6:00am-8:00am Breakfast at our hotel at your leisure
8:30am Depart for Strawberry Hill Povitica Bakery
9:00am-9:45am Experience the magic that goes into
making the world-famous Strawberry Hill Povitica while
sampling various flavors of this delectable swirled
dessert bread. Enjoy a free cup of coffee while you learn
about Strawberry Hill’s rich cultural heritage. Watch
bakers take traditional family recipes from dough to
delicious through a large glass viewing window while
being guided in a fun and educational visit through the
bakery. On this delightful tour, you can try all of the
freshly made Povitica samples and even purchase a loaf
or two to take home. Try the new coffee cakes too!
Strawberry Hill Baking Company
7226 W Frontage Road
Merriam, KS 66203
Phone: 913-403-8999
Strawberry Hill Baking Co. celebrates a proud
Eastern European heritage in the heart of the Midwest.
The roots of the heritage lie in the traditional povitica
(po-va-teet-sa) baked by Croatian and Slovenian
grandmothers for generations. Much more than a pastry,
this special treat was made to share with family and
friends as the ultimate sign of love and respect. Others
know this Eastern European pastry as potica, kolachi,
gubana or bejgli. But you don’t have to learn Croatian
to enjoy this delicious tradition—just call it “povi” for
short.
The story of Strawberry Hill Baking Co. began in
1903 when their family came to Kansas City from
Croatia, bringing along the beloved tradition of povitica.
Grandma Dorothy and Grandma Daisy were reluctant to
reveal the secret family recipe, but Dorothy’s son Harley
finally convinced them that this unique and delicious
tradition should be shared with the world.
Preserving a secret family recipe more than a
century old, Strawberry Hill Baking Co. brings the Old
World povitica to a new generation, along with other
delicious recipes inspired by the same spirit of heartfelt
sharing. All of their pastries and cakes are handmade
with the greatest of care, so whether you’re treating
yourself and your family or putting a smile on the face of
a friend or colleague, generations of love can be tasted in
every bite.
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9:45am Depart for KC Strings
10:00am-11:00am We visit KC Strings in downtown Merriam, KS nationally known for making beautiful
stringed instruments. They will enlighten us on how these beautiful stringed instruments are made.
KC Strings Violin Shop
5842 Merriam Drive
Merriam, KS 66203
Phone: 913-677-0400
KC Strings is a full-service violin shop offering
rentals, repair and sales of string instruments. With
instruments sold world-wide, the team of European and
American craftsman at KC Strings are sure to impress with
their master craftsmanship and expertise in music.
KC Strings began with Misha and Anton Krutz
envisioning creating a world-class violin shop in Kansas
City. Misha had a passion for repairing string instruments,
Anton a skilled luthier. In 1992 KC Strings officially opened
its doors to serve the needs of the string community, and
grew into a full-service shop with one of the largest
selections of instruments in all price ranges within the
Midwest. They cater to string players (violin, viola, cello,
bass) from student to professional.
KC Strings specializes in having an expert sales staff
that is passionate about music and serving you. They are
unique in catering to the needs of student violin, viola, cello,
and bass players as well as professionals locally and
nationally. If you are looking to rent or purchase, they can
help find the ideal instrument for you.
KC Strings has a repair department staffed by a team
of European and American craftsmen with over 300 years
combined professional experience. They can restore your
instrument and bow to their best condition. They also offer
string instrument lessons on site with a roster of talented and
professional studio teachers who teach all levels of players.
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11:00am-11:45am Think cool lofts are only found in urban downtowns? Think again. We “jam” with Dan
as he guides us through his downtown Merriam rock-in-roll inspired loft with, what else a—Guitar Lamp!
Guitar Lamp is located two building and a short walk from KC Strings.
Guitar Lamp
5848 Merriam Drive
Merriam, KS 66203
Phone: 913-403-8999
We follow owner Dan Leap through a 45-minute
guided tour of his shop where he crafts the famous “guitar
lamp” featured on MTV Cribs, HGTV’s I want that, and
found in celebrity rocker homes including Ted Nugent,
Jesse James and Bret Michaels. Dan will also give us a
behind-the-scenes glimpse at his lofty living quarters which
includes a flaming kitchen, autographed rocker
memorabilia, a classic car couch and other cool stuff.
If your home, office or dorm room blows, tune it up
with one of our saxophone, clarinet, flute or trumpet lamps.
If you want to pull some strings, get one of our violin or
guitar lamps—turned on and off by strumming the strings.
We won’t pull your leg but, if it’s a leg lamp you want, we
have those too. Maybe you need a helping hand. We have
hand shaped chairs also. Stop by and we will pick on
you…..our calling card is a guitar pick and everybody that
stops by, gets one free!
11:45am-2:30pm We visit IKEA—5 minutes away—for
some retail therapy and ~Lunch on Your Own~
IKEA
6000 IKEA Way
Merriam, KS 66202
Phone: 913-403-8999
2:30pm Return to Drury Inn & Suites-Overland Park for
rest break.
5:45pm Depart for New Theatre & Restaurant
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6:00pm-9:40pm We visit the highly acclaimed New Theatre & Restaurant for an evening of Fine Dining
and First-Class Entertainment. After our dinner we enjoy the stage production of “The Play That Goes
Wrong.” The Play That Goes Wrong is a comedy about a small theatre company staging a production of a
1920s-style murder mystery, “The Murder at Haversham Manor” but when the curtain goes up, everything
quickly goes from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead
and actors who trip over everything (including their lines).
New Theatre & Restaurant
9229 Foster Street
Overland Park, KS 66212
Phone: 913-649-0103
New Theatre Restaurant…When it was built in the
1960s, the Glenwood Theatre was the largest and most
elegant lodging facility in Overland Park, Kansas. The
complex included an 817-seat movie auditorium, hailed as
Kansas City’s Luxury Movie Theatre, and an extravagant,
free-standing convention center. By the late 1980s,
developers were interested in converting the Glenwood
Manor into retail space. Overland Park city councilman Andrew
Happer felt the convention center would be an excellent location for a
theatre restaurant and convinced the property’s developers to bring
Richard and Dennis on board.
In 2015, New Theatre Restaurant underwent a multi-million-
dollar makeover adding LED panels and more than 4,000,000 LED
lights to the theatre and LEDs in the lobby that seem to make the walls
move with color. New Theatre Restaurant is the largest and most
successful theatre restaurant facility in the United States, averaging
more than a quarter million in attendance annually, including 25,000
season ticket holders. They produce five shows annually with
Broadway Comedies & Musicals featuring stars from TV, film and
stage. Ambiance?.....you betcha! “The Best Dinner Theatre Operation
in the Country” Claims the Wall Street Journal.
9:40pm Return to Drury Inn & Suites-Overland Park.
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Friday, May 6, 2021
6:00am-8:15am Breakfast at our hotel at your leisure.
7:00am Bags down by the bus for loading
8:15am Depart for Independence, MO
9:00am-11:00am The Harry S. Truman Presidential
Library and Museum is the presidential library and
resting place of Harry S. Truman, the 33rd president of
the United States (1945-1953), his wife Bess and
daughter Margaret, and is located on U.S. Highway 24
in Independence, Missouri. It was the first presidential
library to be created under the provisions of the 1955
Presidential Libraries Act, and is one of thirteen
presidential libraries administered by the National
Archives and Records Administration.
The Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and
Museum is reopened, following a $29 million
transformation. Visitors can expect a cinematic
experience of some of the most dramatic chapters of
world history. Museum highlights include:
• Immersive sound-and-light theatres with you-
are-there experiences of WW 1, WW II, the
Cold War
• 14-foot interactive globe exploring the hard
problems of peace following WW II
• Expanded insight on Truman’s leadership on
Civil Rights and the recognition of Israel
• Fresh perspective on Truman’s family,
including Bess Truman’s role as advisor and
confidante
• Loyalty Review Board role-playing game
where players uncover government disloyalty
during the Red Scare
10• Increased storytelling and never-before seen
artifacts from the Korean War
“At its heart, the Truman Library is an
educational institution,” said Graham. “And we are so
thrilled to be able to offer a 21st century experience
and interpretation of one of the great proponents of
American democracy. This renovation is worthy of
our 33rd President. The world needs to know this
story, and now we’re ready to tell it.” (Credit: Excerpts
from the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum)
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
500 W US Hwy 24
Independence, MO 64050
Phone: 816-268-8200
An Ordinary Man, His Extraordinary Journey
The list of Harry S. Truman’s difficult and world-shaping decisions is extremely long. Assuming the
presidency in the final months of WW II, he inherited a worldwide catastrophe. Truman shouldered the
burden of leadership in a rudderless world. With courage, integrity, and humility, he vindicated the
American Conviction that an open society can produce leaders equal to any challenge.
The new permanent exhibit, “Harry S. Truman: An Ordinary Man, His Extraordinary Journey”
expands appreciation of his Midwestern farm boy who never went to college, his remarkable rise and
enduring character. Through the biography and achievement of Harry Truman, future generations will come
to understand both the possibilities and the responsibilities of American Citizenship.
Admission to Harry S. Truman Library and Museum subject to COVID restrictions on date of visit!
(Credit: Excerpts from the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum)
11:00am Depart for Columbia, MO
1:00pm-2:00pm Lunch at Culver’s ~Lunch on Your Own~
Culver’s
2520 Broadway Bluffs Drive
Columbia, MO 65201
Phone: 573-442-5975
2:00pm Depart for St Charles, MO
4:00pm Arrive Blanchette Park, St Charles, MO
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