The Holidays are just around the corner...and so is Parkville.
Thursday, December 4, 1997
- Kickoff Gala at Farmer's Exchange Bank
This holiday reception will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. The proceeds help support Christmas on the River and the Platte County Christmas Store. Tickets are $25 per person or $20 if a new toy is brought for the Christmas Store. Seasonal music will be provided by the Philharmonia of Greater Kansas City and the Northland Community Choir. Food and drink will be provided by Incredible Edibles and Gomer's Northland. Decorations are being provided by Bell's Flowers and Gifts. Carolers will lead guests to the Gallery of Trees Preview Party and Auction at 7:30 p.m.. Tickets may be purchased at the Farmer's Exchange Bank or for reservations, contact Shannon at (816) 741-0371. - Preview Party and Live Auction at the Gallery of Trees in the Olde Mill Emporium
This event will be held from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.. Hy Vee on Barry Road will provide dessert for patrons while they bid on holiday-trimmed trees and wreaths decorated by area designers and merchants. For costs and reservations, call (816) 505-2227.
- Gallery of Trees in the Olde Mill Emporium
The display of trees and wreaths will be open to the public from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.. Cost is $2/person or $5/family. Tickets can be purchased either at Hy Vee on Barry Road or at the door. For more information, call (816) 505-2227. - Hayrides, Carriage Rides, Music and Food Vendors Beginning at 6:00 p.m.
- FESTIVITIES BEGIN AT 7:00 P.M.!
- Secret Arrival of St. Nick and Mary Christmas
- Hot Air Balloons Illuminate the Sky
- Downtown Lighting Ceremony
- 1000 Voice Children's Choir
- FIREWORKS and MORE!
- Breakfast With St. Nick
Enjoy a family breakfast with St. Nick at the Commons at Park College from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.. Cost is $6/person. For reservations, call (816) 275-1571. - Gallery of Trees in the Olde Mill Emporium
The display of trees and wreaths will be open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. Cost is $2/person or $5/family. Tickets can be purchased either at Hy Vee on Barry Road or at the door. For more information, call (816) 505-2227. - "A Christmas Carol" at the Chapel, Park College
Performances at 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.. - Carolers, Carriage Rides, Food Vendors, and St. Nick
In downtown Parkville from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m..
- Gallery of Trees in the Olde Mill Emporium
The display of trees and wreaths will be open to the public from noon to 4:00 p.m.. Cost is $2/person or $5/family. Tickets can be purchased either at Hy Vee on Barry Road or at the door. For more information, call (816) 505-2227. - Philharmonia Concert at the Chapel, Park College
Performance will be held at 5:00 p.m.. - Carolers, Carriage Rides, Food Vendors, and St. Nick
In downtown Parkville from noon to 4:00 p.m..
- Holiday Party at the Olde Mill Emporium
Party will be held from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.. Admission is free.
People are invited to bring a small, unwrapped toy to donate to the Platte County Christmas Store sponsored by United Services. Drop off points will be located throughout the downtown area.
Parking is limited in downtown Parkville. Free shuttle buses will run from the Parkville Heights Shopping Center, Park Plaza Shopping Center, and the Platte Valley Industrial Park in Riverside.
Holiday Hotline (816) 587-2700 Main Street Parkville Association (816) 505-2227
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Last updated: December 4,1997