JCMO - October 2008

October 2008

October 4 and 5
33rd Annual Missouri Town 1855
Festival of Arts, Crafts and Music
Location: Missouri Town 1855, Fleming Park
Time: Saturday, October 4, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Sunday, October 5, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Price: $7.00 per car/van; $20.00 per school/commercial bus
Phone: (816) 503-4860
Email: missouritown@jacksongov.org

Traditional artists and crafters bring Missouri Town 1855 alive for visitors. A special children's area features period games, crafts and activities. Storytelling, music, dancing and demonstrations highlight this fun-filled fall weekend.

No Pets Allowed.

October 19
Dogtober Fest 2008

Location: Kemper Outdoor Education Center in Fleming Park
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Price: Dog food donation for animal shelters. Major events have entry fees. Lots of free activities all day long.
Phone: (816) 229-8980
Email: Kemper@jacksongov.org

Tails for Trails dog walk, obedience match, agility fun runs, frisbee competition, Canine Good Citizen Test, games, contest, drawings and demonstrations.

Watch Dogtober Fest video online now!

October 24
Spirits from the Past
Location: Missouri Town 1855, Fleming Park
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: $9.00 per person. Advance Reservations only.
Phone: (816) 503-4860
Email: missouritown@jacksongov.org

A walking tour of Missouri Town 1855 lit only by luminaries. Storytelling, trick or treating and a moonlit hayride provide a unique Halloween celebration.

October 25 and 26
Militia Muster
Location: Fort Osage, Sibley, MO
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Price: Adults, $7.00; Youth $4.00; Seniors, $3.00
Phone: (816) 503-4860
Email: fortosage@jacksongov.org

Observe the training and drilling of a garrison of Regular Soldiers and Volunteer Militia as they prepare for the War of 1812 against Britain.