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Thursday
October 30, 2008
1:00-2:30 p.m.
GEB 233
Long-Term Care-- James Kinyon, CFC
Long-Term Care- How can I afford it? Do I need it? Protect your money from the high cost of nursing care. Learn about LTC insurance and Reverse Mortgage as alternative ways to pay. Also learn how to avoid mistakes when considering LTC insurance.


Thursday
November 13, 2008
1:30-3p.m.
CC 211

Johnson County/Overland Park Planning & Future Development
All you ever wanted to know and more....about exciting developments in Overland Park and Johnson County. What is on the horizon for our neighborhoods and county?

Presentations by John Rod, Manager of Community Planning and Services for Overland Park, and Dean Palos, Director of Planning Development for Johnson County.


Monday
November 17, 2008
1:30-2:30p.m.
CC 234

Medicare & You
Which plan is right for me? A member from Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services, a government agency, will discuss various health plans. Medicare's website will be explored with a Powerpoint presentation. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. Please bring materials for note taking.

Thursday
February 12, 2009
$42* (includes lunch)
A Little Chocolate and More

Our first stop will be the Federal Reserve. A picture ID is required. Photos can be taken of the display area only. Next we're off to Andre's Chocolatier for lunch and a presentation on chocolate. Our trip will continue to the Nelson-Atkins Museum. On return, our last stop will be at a Russell Stovers store to prepare for Valentine's Day.
Leave JCCC at 8:30 a.m.
Return approximately 4:30 p.m.

Friday
April 3, 2009
$63* (includes lunch)
St. Joseph
A City of Contrast and Character You'll Never Forget!
Nestled on the scenic bluffs of the Missouri River, St. Joseph, Missouri, is a contemporary city with more than 150 years of history. Come with us as we visit this city rich in history. Come with us as the Pony Express began and where Jesse James met his demise. We will be touring this city filled with Victorian homes and towering church steeples. During the mid-1800s, more travelers left from St. Joe than from any other river town. One site we will visit is the Lewis and Clark Historic Trail in the St. Joseph Museum. Lunch will be served at the Fountains at Corby Grove and is included, as are all the historical sites we will be visiting. Prepare for a full day including a stop at the Stetson Factory Outlet.
Leace JCCC promptly at 8:00 a.m.
Return approximately 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday
April 7, 2009
$40* (includes lunch)
Hair, History and Heritage
Our tour will begin at the Hair Museum in Independence to see the various displays of Victorian and earlier examples of hair art. We will continue to the National Frontier Trails to view the early history of migrations across the American West during the 19th century. We will be served a box lunch here before going tot he Midwest Genealogy Center , where we will be given a tour of the facilities. There will also be time on your own to look up information.
Leave JCCC at 8:30 a.m.
Return approximately 3:30 p.m.

Thursday
June 18, 2009
$38* (includes lunch)
Flower Power
Powell Gardens

Come see the beauty of Powell Gardens in the summer. With our guides we will also visit the new Heartland Harvest Gardens and barn. The trolley will be operating. After being inspired, we will stop at the Heartland Nursery on our way home. Trip includes lunch and 10% discount at Powell Gardens gift shop. Please indicate type of sandwich: turkey/cheddar, ham/swiss or chicken salad when signing up for trip. Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
Leave JCCC at 8:30 a.m.
Return approximately 4:00 p.m.