Valentine's Day in Kansas City: 2011

January 17, 2011

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2011 Valentine Planner for Kansas City Families

We have your guide to Valentine's Day events in Kansas City for the whole family! From Father Daughter Dances to Valentine Tea Parties, craft classes and cooking, there is something for everyone!

Valentine Sales
Special Valentine Events for Kids
Parent/Child Dances & Valentine Parties
For Moms and Dads

Valentine Sales:

25% off Valentine's at US Toy Jan. 31-Feb. 13, U.S. Toy. Save 25% off Valentine’s Day products at U.S. Toy from 1/31-2/13 with a Preferred Customer Program card. 913.642.8247 www.USToy.com

Roundabout Kids Transportation will be offering Free registration and 10% discount off your first reservation until February 28, 2011. Roundabout Kids Transportation provides transportation to childcare (by the hour) facilities so you can enjoy your Valentine event. Roundabout Kids also provides weekly or daily transportation to school, sports activities, after-school activities, kids appointments, and airport pick up/drop off for the entire family. For more information and a detailed quote please contact us 913.488.4224 or visit Roundabout Kids

Special Events for Kids:

Busy Bakers Valentine Treats Feb. 3 at 10:00 AM, Blue Valley Recreation Activity Center. Busy bakers prepare pretty Valentine’s Day treats to eat and share at home. Snack and story included. Mona Maisch instructs. Ages 3-6 without adult. $21/$26NR. 913.685.6000 www.bluevalleyrec.org

Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Heart Shelf Feb. 5 at 9:00 AM, Home Depot Stores Across the Metro. Designed for kids 5-12, these free workshops teach do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while instilling a sense of accomplishment. Make a Heart Shelf. Ages 5-12. www.homeimproverclub.com

Pint Size Sweetheart Spectacular Feb. 9 at 10:00 AM, Harris Park Community Center. Dress in red and join us for a Valentine's Day celebration! Great games, crafts, and snacks are planned for the special day! $4/EA. Guardian must pay as well.. 816.969.1540 www.cityofls.net/View-Current-Illustrated.aspx

Queen of Hearts Tea Feb. 11 at 10:00 AM, Blue Valley Recreation Activity Center. Be part of the best Valentine’s Day tea party around. Enjoy delicious treats and learn proper etiquette and good manners. Take home a notebook filled with imaginative party ideas. Sharon Hammer and Barb Dalbey instruct. Ages 3-6. $26/$33NR. 913.685.6000 www.bluevalleyrec.org

Preschoolers: Animal Valentines Feb. 11 at 10:00 AM, Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary in Liberty. From berries to bugs to sticks and more, animals give each other "gifts" to show they care. Learn about some of the "valentines" animals give each other, then make an edible valentine for our featured friends. Limit 15. Please call 816.781.8598 to register. Age: 3-6 years. Fees: Members $5 child; General Public $8 child.

Lowe's Build and Grow: Make a Music Box Feb. 12 at 10:00 AM, Lowe's Stores across the Metro. This kit makes a great Valentine's Day gift and is even more fun to build! Lift the heart-shaped lid and the music plays! Lowe's Build and Grow kid's clinics are a great way to help build confidence! Bring the kids into any Lowe's store and build a FREE wooden project. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project. Lowe's Build and Grow

Naturally from the Heart Feb. 12 at 1:00 PM, Burr Oak Woods Nature Center. Why buy that special someone a Valentine's Day card when you can make your own from natural materials straight from the outdoors? Come to Burr Oak Woods to make something truly unique and special for Valentine's Day. Families with children 6 and up. FREE. Register at 816.228.3766 http://mdc.mo.gov/regions/kansas-city/burr-oak-woods-nature-center

Pint Size Marvelous Manners Feb. 14 at 11:00 AM, Harris Park Community Center. Celebrate Valentine's Day with Granny Oops! Learn about being kind and showing Love and Respect. She illustrates the importance of simple words such as thank you, please, and excuse me with magic and storytelling. During the first hour Granny Oops will share valuable lessons about manners and the second hour will consist of free play in the gym. $8/EA. 2 - 5 yr. 816.969.1540 www.cityofls.net/View-Current-Illustrated.aspx

Valentine's Day Luncheon at the Carousel Museum Feb. 14 at 11:30 AM, C.W. Parker Carousel Museum. Food, Fun, Entertainment and Carousel Rides!! $15/ea. Reservations required. 913.683.2434 www.firstcitymuseums.org

Little Valentines: Gardner Feb. 14 at 3:00 PM, Senior Citizens Building. Join us to create a one-of-a-kind Valentine’s Day craft for that special loved one of your choice. In addition to the craft, we will also be decorating some sweet sugar cookies to eat! Registration Deadline: February 1 Fee: $7.00 Age: 3-6. 913.856.0936 www.gardnerkansas.gov/images/uploads/ParksRecreation/Programs%20and%20Activities/Jan-Mar%202011%20AG.pdf

Parent/Child Dances and Parties:

Father Daughter Winter Promenade: Lee's Summit Feb 4 or 5, 6 - 9pm, Legacy Park Community Center. Little girls will feel like princesses! Enjoy dinner, music, dancing and games. Daughters will receive a photo, rose and a goody bag. For girls 3-12 and fathers, stepfathers and grandfathers of all ages! $25 per person. Register by 1/28. 1.866.725.2079 http://mothersandmore.org

Daddy/Daughter Valentine Dance: Blue Springs Feb. 4 or 5 from 6:30-9pm, Vesper Hall. Girls ages 4 and older, along with their fathers are invited to an evening of entertainment, DJ music, dancing, and a catered dinner. Professional pictures to commemorate the event will be available for an additional cost. This very special event will be held at Vesper Hall, 400 NW Vesper Street. Doors open at 6 p.m. Registration deadline is 2/1 with 60 couple maximum per night. $20/person. 816.228.0137 www.bluespringsgov.com/DocumentView.aspx?DID=1909

Daddy-Daughter Date Night: Cinderella's Ball Feb. 4 or 5 at 6:30-9:30 PM, Shawnee Civic Centre. Shawnee Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to present the 11th annual Daddy-Daughter Date Night at Cinderella’s Ball. After a decade of Cinderella's Ball this is going to be our biggest and best year yet! Dads grab your best girl and treat her to a night she’ll never forget! Choose between Friday or Saturday night for dinner, dancing and fun at Prince Charming’s castle (Shawnee Civic Centre, 13817 Johnson Drive). New surprises will ensure a wonderful time for all. Enjoy a delightful meal and then dance the night away to music provided by a D.J. Each couple will have their picture taken at Cinderella’s castle for a memento of the special night. “Substitute” daddies are welcome (grandpa, uncle, etc.). $40 per couple. Suggested ages 5 - 13.

www.cityofshawnee.org/WEB/ShawneeCMS.nsf/vwContent/CinderellasBallDaddyDaughterDateNight?OpenDocument

Daddy Daughter Ball: Olathe Feb. 4 at 7:00 PM, Ball Conference Center. Show the young lady in your life just how important she is by inviting her to a special evening out at the elegant Ball Conference Center. This evening will be full of dancing, refreshments, complimentary photos and other surprises to share with your daughters. So, put on your dancing shoes, let your daughters get all dressed up and take them on a Daddy- Daughter Date to remember! Pre-registration is required. Deadline is 5pm, January 21. Space is limited, so register early. AGES 5 TO 12. RESIDENTS $50/NON-OLATHE $55. $20 PER ADDITIONAL DAUGHTER. 913.322.4980 www.olatheks.org/files/rec/Winter_Spring_2011_Catalog_For_Web_Site_0.pdf

Daddy-Daughter Valentine's Day Dance Feb. 10 at 6:00 PM, Hillcrest Community Center. Come have fun with your loved ones with themed activities and games. Light refreshments will be served. Pictures will be available for $1. $5/couple (parent plus 1 child), $1/additional child. 816.784.7000 www.kcmo.org/parks

Mommy & Me Cupidʼs Valentine Party Feb. 8 at 10:00 AM, Blue Valley Recreation Activity Center. Kisses, hugs and a special time making valentines for loved ones. Games, stories and a special craft create lasting memories. Mona Maisch instructs. Ages 2-5 with adult. $19/$24NR. 913.685.6000 www.bluevalleyrec.org

Mother/Son, Daddy/Daughter Valentine's Dance Feb. 10 at 6:00 PM, Brush Creek Community Center. Come have fun with your loved ones with themed activities and games. Light refreshments will be served. $3/couple (parent plus 1 child, $1/additional child). 816.513.0730 www.kcmo.org/parks

Mother Son Valentine's Dance: Overland Park Feb. 11 at 6:30 PM, Matt Ross Community Center. Mother-Son Valentine's Dance Dance the night away with your son at the first-ever Mother-Son Valentine's Dance. Bring home lasting memories of fun and laughter. Dinner, dessert and beverages will be provided. Space is limited and will fill up, so sign-up early. Price Member: $20 per mother/son. Non-member: $25 per mother/son $5 per additional child. What to wear: Formal or Semi-formal attire. Registration Begins January 10, 2011 Call 913-895-6390 $25/ mother son couple non-members. 913.895.6390 www.opkansas.org

Cupid’s Ball Family Valentine’s Dance Feb. 11 at 7:00 PM, Holmes Hall, Foxwood Springs in Raymore. Enjoy an evening with your family of sweethearts! There will be music, dancing, refreshments and a Valentine’s craft for all the kids. Casual dress. $5 per family. 816.322.2791 www.raymore.com/parks

Father/Daughter Valentine Dance: Grandview Feb. 11 at 7:00 PM, The View Community Center. This the social event of the year no girl will want to miss. You will make memories to cherish for a lifetime. DJ, refreshments and photographer provided. Come, (dressed up or down) and ready to have a good time at The View. www.grandview.org/index.aspx?page=484#FatherDaughter

Valentine's Sweetheart Dance Feb. 12 at 1:00 PM, Garrison Community Center. Celebrate with your sweetheart! There will be music, fun, games, prizes and refreshments. FREE. Ages 7-17. 816.784.1140 www.kcmo.org/parks

Daddy/Daughter Dance: Merriam Feb. 12 at 6:30 PM, Irene B. French Community Center. Show the young lady in your life just how important she is by inviting her to a special evening out! This evening will be full of dancing, dinner, a complimentary photo, free limo rides from the community center, a corsage, and other surprises to share with your daughter. So, put on your dancing shoes, let your daughter get all dressed up, and take her on a daddy-daughter date to remember! Young ladies must be accompanied by their fathers, grandfathers, big brothers, uncles, or any "father figure" of her choice. Guests will experience a fun night, creating memories they will cherish for years to come. Register before January 21st to be entered for a chance to win a limo ride to and from the dance, picking you up at your house! Evening is limited to 50 couples, so sign up early! Age: recommended age 3-12 for girls. Cost: $45.00 per couple (additional daughter - $10.00). 913.322.5550 www.merriam.org/park/Youth/daddy-daughter-dance.htm

Daddy Daughter Date Night: 80s Night Feb. 12 at 6:30 PM, The Lodge at Ironwoods Park. Join us for totally 80's night at the 11th Annual Daddy Daughter Date Night. Bring Dad and dance the night away in your favorite 80's attire! Event includes a catered dinner, dancing, photos, craft and a souvenir. You will also participate in dance competitions and much, much more. For Daughters ages 5-11 and their dads Fee: $60 per couple ($17 per additional daughter). Resident Discounted Fee: $50 per couple ($12 per additional daughter) Registration Deadline is February 4! 913.339.6700 www.leawood.org/parks/daddydaughter.aspx

Special Valentines Day Dance Social Feb. 13 at 7:00 PM, Amore Dance. Dance will kick off with a 30 minute lesson in romantic Rumba! Come dance with your loved ones, socialize with friends, snacks and refreshments! Perfect Valentines treat! All Ages Welcome- Great Family event! Pre-register online now or just come on the 13th! $5/ea. 913.338.0888 www.amoredance.com

Daddy Daughter Dance: Gladstone Feb. 18 & 19, Gladstone Community Center. Gladstone Parks and Recreation is hosting their 3rd Annual Daddy Daughter Dance on Friday, February 18th and Saturday, February 19th. Whether you’re a Dad, Granddad or Uncle, we invite you to dust off your tuxedo and top hat, play Prince Charming for an evening and escort your “Little Princess” to the festivities for a night she won’t soon forget! The dance is open to young ladies, ages 3-15 years of age, and their Prince Charming. Arrival is set for 6:30 p.m. and departure of the young ladies at 9:30 p.m.The dance will be held at the Gladstone Community Center, 6901 N. Holmes. Reservations are $45 per couple and $15 for each additional child. The fee includes a light dinner, a parting gift for the daughters and a memorable photograph. Reservations are required and are limited to the first 200 people for each evening.Registration Deadline: Friday, February 11, 2011 $45. 816.423.4212 gladstonecommunitycenter.com

Daddy Daughter Date Night: OPKS 7:00 PM, The Ritz Charles. Special memories await fathers and daughters at this unforgettable event. Dance to music provided by a DJ while enjoying sweet treats and beverages. All girls receive a keepsake portrait of father and daughter(s) and a rose. Pre-registration is required by 2/13. Space is limited, so register early!Grades K-5 (sorry, no exceptions). $50/$62NR. Fee is per couple, $25 per additional daughter. 913.685.6000 www.bluevalleyrec.org

For Mom and Dad:

Chocolate Crawl Feb. 5 from 10am-5pm, Downtown Lee's Summit. Calling all CHOCOLATE lovers... Follow the balloons throughout Downtown Lee’s Summit to receive FREE chocolate treats while you shop for yourself or for that special Valentine! Stop by each participating store to enter to win a $100 downtown shopping spree! Also be one of the first 300 shoppers to visit A Thyme for Everything (229B SE Main) and The Living Stone (231 SE Main) for your chance to win one of five $20 downtown gift checks sponsored by Lee's Summit Medical Center.

Valentine's Dinner and Dance Feb. 12 at 7:30 PM, Powell Gardens. The Grand Hall is a romantic spot for an elegant evening out with food and drink by our new chef, Jeff Troiola, formerly with the Carriage Club in Kansas City. 816.697.2600 x209 www.powellgardens.org

Note: This list was compiled by the staff of KC Parent Magazine and may not be reproduced in print or online without permission. If you have an addition to this list, email kristina@kcparent.com.