Happy birthday to Jesse James Antique Mall

Celebrating 26 years in business this year, the Jesse James Antique Mall and Furniture Gallery in St. Joseph will shower its loyal customers and newcomers alike with great deals on antiques, vintage items, and collectibles.

On Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8, visit the store for its anniversary sale and get 25 percent off participating mall dealers. In addition, come back Oct. 20-22 for Jesse James and The Rusty Chandelier’s “Let’s Make a Deal!” sale and save up to 30 percent throughout the stores.

For more information, call 816-232-0099 and 816-676-0662. You also can visit both stores online at www.jessejamesantiquemall.com and www.rustychandelier.com.

Annual fundraiser encourages donations to the Clay County Historical Society

‘Tis the season of giving, and there are few more deserving than local nonprofit historical organizations such as the Clay County Historical Society and Museum in Liberty.

The museum’s annual fundraiser and trivia night is coming up on Saturday, Oct. 21 (6-8:30 p.m.), at the Belvoir Winery and Inn. Attendees can get in for $20 and enjoy refreshments and snacks while testing their knowledge of local trivia; a silent auction will also take place.

Throughout the rest of the year, be sure to attend the museum’s Third Thursday programs, local presentations of local historical people, places and events.

For more information, visit www.claycountyhistoricalsocietymuseum.org.

September 2023 … 

Event will show off the best of Leavenworth

Just because summer is over doesn’t mean camp has to be.

The Camp Leavenworth Festival will bring together community members and visitors alike on Sept. 22-23 at Leavenworth Landing Park. There, you’ll enjoy a variety of activities while showing off all the town has to offer. Shopping, live music, games, and food will be available, and you can even shake your groove thing to silent disco.

A 5K run on the 23rd will allow you to burn off the calories you consumed the previous day. Registration is $35 for adults, and kids race free. The event has a $350 prize purse.

For more information, visit www.campleavenworth.com.

September 2023 … 

Flea market tradition continues in Brownville

Brownville will host its 66th annual Fall Flea Market and Arts & Crafts Show, Sept. 23-24.

Taking place at Main Street and the Depot, attendees will marvel at the variety of antiques, collectibles, and homemade art and crafts for sale by more than 260 dealers. Admission and parking are both free; the event is sponsored by the Brownville Historical Society. Food options will be available for purchase, but most vendors only take cash.

For more information, visit brownvillehistoricalsociety.org.