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Inside this issueNovember2012

3 Shop Local, Buy Local

4 How to Support 13 Local Businesses in a Day & Have Fun Doing It

DISCOVER

9 Hick Finn

10 Black Friday Insider Shopping

11 Mark Twain Museum Raising Funds for New Roof

HEALTH & FITNESS

12 Break Free from Tobacco ClassesHRMG Mental Health New Location

13 New Procedure Helps Those with Hearing Loss

14 Blessing Breast Center Offers New Level of Support to Women

HIGHLIGHTS

16 Hannibal High School Presents Bye Bye Birdie

17 Mark Twain Museum Events

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20 Parks & Recreation Events

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22 Freedom 5K to Celebrate Veterans Day

24 Soup Day & Country Store

24 Irish Shindigs and Molly’s Holiday Tea

25 November Best Bets

CALENDAR

26 Local Calendar

28 Regional Calendar

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s the holiday season approaches, the Hannibal Area Chamber of

Commerce encourages you to keep your shopping dollars local

and support the businesses that support our community. Shop-

ping locally not only supports the businesses providing jobs in the com-

munity, it also supports critical public services. Street construction and

repair, protection provided through our fire and police departments, as

well as parks and recreation services all depend on sales tax revenue.

In addition, local businesses support our non-profit agencies, schools,

youth programs, and more—because their employees live in and believe

in our community.

Your Hannibal-area businesses provide a wide range of products

and services. From sporting goods to clothing, electronics to automo-

biles, toys to furniture, Hannibal has it all. Visit the stores in our local

shopping centers and historic downtown to experience outstanding

customer service and selection of products. Whether you choose to sup-

port the local businesses you’d miss if they were gone, or you set out to

find a new favorite local business, you may be surprised by the variety of

shopping options available in your own community!

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Recently, we received an email regarding a survey that outlined

the reasons why shoppers choose to support locally-owned

businesses. Three primary concerns were identified: Shoppers

appreciate convenience, personal attention, and the chance to support

local merchants.

We immediately thought of our fellow shop owners on Main Street,

especially now that the holiday season is drawing near. Locally-owned

specialty shops, both downtown and throughout Hannibal, provide their

loyal customers with warm smiles, personal service, and unique prod-

ucts and services for gift-giving. Many shops feature inspiring Christmas

displays and participate in special events such as Living Windows

(happening on December 8th this year), making the shopping experience

even more pleasurable. Shopping locally means enjoying a fun, stress-

free shopping experience rather than the drudgery of long check-out

lines and cashiers who rarely look up from their keyboards at gigantic

warehouse stores.

We decided to kick off our own holiday shopping season with a stroll

down Main Street, and our first stop was the elegant Chocolaterie Stam at

103 North Main. The gleaming brass and stained glass appointments, the

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luscious chocolates stacked in dazzling displays, and

the warm greetings from MaryGlenn Bowman and her

staff provide the feel-good atmosphere to cheer even

the most “Bah Humbug” of shoppers. Treat yourself to

their decadent Gelato, hand-made daily on site, and

take home beautifully wrapped boxes of chocolates for

those on your Christmas list. Don’t forget—they now

carry the best of Missouri wines, as well. Can you name

one of your friends or family who would be disappoint-

ed to receive either chocolate or wine as a gift?

Alliance Art Gallery, located at 112 North Main

Street, was our next destination. What a wonderful way to support

local talent! The gallery was formed as a co-op with 15 area artists

who share the space and all pitch in to run the business. Here you’ll

find true works of art that will fit into any budget —jewelry, pottery,

sculpture, photography, handmade notecards, oils, watercolors, and

more. Visit the gallery during their monthly Second Saturday event

to meet the artists and learn more about their techniques. Be sure to

take the time to visit Alliance Art Gallery—you’ll be inspired to add

the beauty of art into your living spaces and feel good knowing you’re

helping support the creativity of others in your community.

Next on our spree was a visit to the Native American Trading

Company, 115 North Main. The ethereal sounds of tribal music greet

you as you enter, and the smells of leather, hides, incense and herbs

blend to calm your mind and relax you. Mike O’Cheltree and his

staff are happy to show you pieces from their amazing collection of

silver and turquoise jewelry that stretch case after case, deep into

the shop. There is truly something for everyone at Native American

Trading—music, food, sculptures, original works of art, animal skins,

home décor items, garments, shoes, and much more. Plan to spend

time exploring literally thousands of items in what could easily be

described as a museum dedicated to our country’s native tribes.

Speaking of museums, we had to stop by and say hello to our

friends at the Mark Twain Museum Gallery Gift Shop at 120 North

Main Street. We’re always drawn to their wonderful displays of

books, and, as usual, we find a new title that we must add to our own

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personal library. There are fun, old-fashioned toys

for the youngsters on our list, sparkling accessories

for the ladies, and—of course—fun and inspirational

quotes from Mark Twain on a variety of items from

mugs to t-shirts to notecards. Several of our family

and friends will receive the wonderful CD, “Mark

Twain: Words and Music,” as gifts this year; we are

so pleased share Mark Twain’s history with our loved

ones who live elsewhere. And, in the spirit of giving,

it is nice to know that our purchases at the Gallery Gift Shop help

support the Mark

Twain Boyhood Home

and Museum, keeping

Twain’s history alive for

all who visit Hannibal.

Across the street at

the Hannibal History

Museum you can buy

your tickets for the

Victorian Holiday Tea

with Molly Brown, a spe-

cial event scheduled for

December 8th as part of the “Living Windows” downtown Christmas

celebration. There’s also a fun new item in the gift shop that relates

to many of the women in our life—a t-shirt featuring Hannibal’s

own “Unsinkable” Molly Brown that reads, “Well Behaved Women

Seldom Make History.” Available in all sizes and colors, this is a great

way to make a bold statement and celebrate the remarkable life of

Mrs. Brown. While you’re at it, you may want to purchase a copy of

the Molly Brown biography, too! If you’ve been curious about the

stories of Haunted Hannibal, stop by to pick up your tickets for the

tour (there’s a Haunted Hannibal Ghost Tour every night at 5:00 pm

in November) or check out the book, Haunted Hannibal: History and

Mystery in America’s Hometown.

We decided to take a break from our shopping spree and enjoy

lunch at Kerley’s Pub, 214 North Main. Tina and the crew are always

there to serve up great food and spirits, and we love sitting outside

on the patio—wasn’t it terrific to have the Farmer’s Market there this

summer? Kudos to Kevin Kerley for hosting the Farmer’s Market, we

hope that all who enjoyed it will show their appreciation by frequent-

ing Kerley’s Pub throughout the winter months.

Our last stop on North Main Street was our most important—gifts

for our two precious pets from Groomingdale’s Pet Boutique. We

have a pair of miniature dachshunds, Buster and Lily Pearl, who light

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up our lives (and who are absolutely spoiled rotten). The wonderful

team at Groomingdale’s helps us keep them healthy and their selec-

tion of treats, toys, clothes and accessories keeps our babies happy,

as well. We also can’t say enough about their grooming skills and

techniques—dachshunds do NOT like to have their nails cut, and

somehow the Groomingdale’s staff not only tolerates their tantrums

during the process but is able to make it a pain-free experience even

through the most difficult of protests!

Heading down to South Main Street, we stepped in at the

Hannibal Arts Council to enjoy their latest exhibit and marvel at

the creativity and talent on display. This is a particularly good place

to shop for the holidays, especially during their “99 Bucks or Less”

exhibit, which kicks off on November 24. All pieces are available

for—you guessed it—99 bucks or less. Michael Gaines and the crew at

HAC are passionate about art of all kinds and will assist you in select-

ing the perfect piece. Become a member of HAC, or purchase a mem-

bership as a gift for someone special, and enjoy all that the arts bring

to life: special members-only events, music performances, exhibit

openings, and much more! And, of course, your membership provides

the necessary funds to support all the wonderful activities that the

HAC provides, including numerous free programs for children in your

hometown community.

Travelling south on Highway 79, we ventured out to the Mark

Twain Cave Complex to explore the new Cave Hollow Winery. Here,

one can sample many examples of fine Missouri wines in the Tasting

Room, and enjoy their latest feature, “Cave-Aged Cheese.” Bar acces-

sories, wine-related art, home décor items, and foodstuffs make won-

derful gifts and are sure to please. While you’re at the Cave Complex,

take a tour, visit with Mark Twain himself, and peruse the numerous

gift shops such as Cameron’s Candies, Sticks, Stones N Bones, and

105 South Main Street

Place Matters. People Matter.

Community Matters.

Groomingdale’s

Cave Hollow Winery

Many Beautiful Things


Cave Hollow Gifts and Candles. If you haven’t visited the Mark Twain

Cave Complex in a while, you’ll be amazed at all the new things to see

and do—don’t miss it!

Heading west on Highway 36, we enjoyed a visit to Many Beautiful

Things, located at 8965 Hwy 36 (next to Fiddlestiks). The name says

it all: for even the most discriminating on your holiday shopping list,

you will find “beautiful things” to delight them. This newly-opened

establishment is an eclectic mix of new and repurposed home décor

and gift items, a potpourri of special finds; each time you visit, you’ll

see something different than the time before.

For a true adventure, we headed out to the Hannibal Regional Air-

port and talked with Robin Carroll about Rapid Descent Skydiving…

now there’s a unique gift item—a gift certificate for the daredevil on

your list! Whether you’re a seasoned skydiver or a newbie looking for

a tandem dive, the folks at Rapid Descent will give you the thrill of a

lifetime as you jump from one of their vintage aircraft. You can also

enjoy a wonderfully peaceful ride on a Glider, an exciting Barron Avia-

tion “Aerobatic” ride on their beautifully restored North American T-6,

or schedule an aerial photo shoot for a professional, birds-eye view of

your home or business. So many choices, this could be your one-stop

shop for all of your gift giving needs!

Once safely back on terra firma, you’ll want to call your friends

and family to tell them of your adventures on your new phone from

U.S. Cellular at 3650 Stardust Drive in the Steamboat Bend Shop-

ping Center. Having a son in high school and another in college, cell

phones are on the top of their wish list each year—anyone with teen-

agers will want to stop by and visit U.S. Cellular. (Ask about Holiday

Specials!)

Swinging around to the Huck Finn Shopping Center on Hwy. 61,

we checked out CoolByke, which carries some of the best brands

in cycling, plus skateboards, accessories, and cool shoes and cloth-

ing that kids will love. They also service bikes, so ask about their

$25 service special. Best of all, their indoor ramp park can be rented

for parties.

By spending just a little more time outside the common “all-in-

one” superstore experience, we found some thoughtful, creative ways

to make holiday gift-giving less of a chore and more of an adventure.

Surprise and pamper your loved ones while giving a boost to the local

economy by shopping at Hannibal’s many small businesses. Take time

to explore Hannibal—those mentioned here are just a few of the won-

derful, locally-owned shops throughout our community that would

appreciate your business. You’ll be surprised at what you’ll find!

Ken and Lisa Marks are the curators of the Hannibal History Museum, 217 N. Main

Street. Their books, and Haunted Hannibal:

are available at the Museum’s gift shop.

Rapid Descent skydiving


If you give it much consideration, November is a

crazy month around these parts. The weather is

crazy, the holidays are crazy and people are giv-

ing thanks for what they have one day and the next

day they are fist-fighting for Black Friday deals.

Then there is the entire deer issue. The deer are crossing every

road in three counties because deer love is in full bloom. You

stand a terrific chance of colliding with a deer regardless of what

direction you choose to drive. Many times you don’t need to leave

the city limits to smash one.

They are so love-drunk that

I have actually had them run

into the side of my truck. It

feels kind of strange driving

something that exceeds a

couple tons in weight and a

two hundred and fifty pound

animal tries to run over you

and the vehicle.

Fear not, commuters

and travelers of the heart-

land’s highways and byways!

On the horizon there will

come a rumble from afar.

Soldiers from all directions

are pointed toward Mis-

souri, Northern Missouri

in particular. The armies of

hunters will flood our area

for Missouri firearms deer season. It is that magical time of year

when hunters stream through the woods like the ants. I think

we actually have a bigger “deer army” than most third world

countries’ militaries.

I am a lifelong deer hunter, but I am the first to admit that

some of the big city folks sure make me nervous when I see

them with guns. I really get scared when I see their bullets.

I am proud to admit that my dad taught me every move to

make in the field since I was old enough to walk. Hunting is

generations deep in my family. I think some of the city slickers

learned to hunt by watching The A-Team and by playing Xbox.

They appear to be more of a S.W.A.T. team than deer hunters.

I think some of my favorite types to encounter at gas stations

are the hunters who look like they just stepped out of a Bass Pro,

Gander Mountain or a Cabela’s catalog. The mercenary sol-

dier look is pretty lame, too. Buying a truckload of camouflage

hunting and camping gear from a military surplus store right

before the hunt is kind of a waste of time, considering that blaze

orange is required hunting wear during the season. The face

paint is wasted as well, although it looks impressive. It also tells

hunters like me to hunt where these people aren’t!

Today’s deer army is not only packing an arsenal of weaponry,

but they are more mobile that ever. They have ATVs and side-by-

side four-wheelers that look

like little trucks. I guess every

army has to be mobile.

Many people in the deer

army set up a headquarters

called a “deer camp.” This is

utilized for plotting strategies,

eating and sleeping. I think a

little lying may transpire there,

too, but I will let sleeping dogs

lie (pun intended). I never

went to a single one of these

camps in my life. I have been

invited to a few, but I never

mustered up enough fortitude

to go. I know many guys think

that camp is the best part of

the hunt, and it is primarily

what they look forward to

every season. I work with a

lot of guys. I am here to tell you that by day two, after a bunch

of hunters have been sweating all day and eating deer chili for

supper, that camp is beginning to present odors that average air

fresheners can’t defeat. I think I will operate out of my house until

they start selling baking soda in 55-gallon drums to the public!

I do know that when all of the hunting community comes

together, the deer herd is reduced to more manageable numbers

and a lot of tasty venison finds its way to tables everywhere. I

think the hunters who donate some of their deer harvest to the

“Share the Harvest” program and to individual families that ask

for deer are some amazing people. Hunters as a whole are much

needed and a great group of people. You have to love hunters.

They have guns that they know how to use, which limits your

options. Have a SAFE and great season!

Discover

In the Army NowBy Hick Finn


Black FridayInsider Shopping with WGEM’s Money Saving Queenby Shawn Dickerman

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Brace yourselves, shoppers… Black Friday is right around the corner. The lure of

doorbuster sales, too-good-to-miss deals and Black Friday prices is so powerful,

thousands camp out in the freezing cold before the turkey leftovers are even put away.

If this sounds like your Black Friday tradition, WGEM’s Money Saving Queen Sarah Roe is a

lady you’ll want to meet. She’s a strategic shopper who teaches people all across the country

how to save in all aspects of their lives. Roe’s smart shoppers learn to save money every day,

especially Black Friday.

“Black Friday is a rush of deals, no doubt. But, not all those

deals are worth rushing out the door for in the middle of the night,”

says Roe. “It is important to know your prices before you buy and

have a plan of attack in place so when those amazing deals do

arise, you’re ready to grab them.”

Roh suggests 3 Ways to Maximize Your Black Friday Savings:

1. Strategize: Learn the coupon policies before you shop. Many

stores will alter their policies for Black Friday specifically, and this

(left) WGEM’s Natalie Will and

(right) Money Saving Queen

Sarah Roe


may include price matching, price adjustments and layaway.

Investigate each store before you decide which one is best.

2. Leaked Ads: Find the deals early! You won’t know what the

deals are going to be until you check out the leaked Black Friday

ads. This way, you can plan your attack strategically and you’ll be

way ahead of the game.

3. Be a Stalker: Ok, not a “real” stalker, but be sure to visit

your store a day or two ahead and find out where your items will

be located. If you plan on lining up outside a store at 3:00 am

then you had better make sure you are on the right side of the

store! Look around for inventory changes and ask employees so

you don’t miss the deal.

According to the National Federation of Retailers, a record

226 million shoppers spent $52 billion dollars during last year’s

Black Friday weekend. Roe says, “My special in-depth report,

‘Black Friday: Insider Shopping’ on WGEM, will help shoppers

come up with a plan of attack that really pays off.”

Watch Money Saving Queen Sarah Roe weekdays on WGEM at Noon and Five for

simple and easy money saving tips. WGEM’s Natalie Will’s in-depth report, “Black

Friday: Insider Shopping,” will air on WGEM News at Ten on November 21. Natalie

and Sarah will show you ways you can stretch a buck and save your sanity.

Mark Twain Museum Raising Funds for New Roofby Brenna McDermott

The Mark Twain Museum Gallery

is seeking donors for much

needed roof repairs. Valuable art,

such as Norman Rockwell originals,

are in danger of water damage

unless the 20-year-old roof is

replaced.

Please help raise the funds to raise the roof on this

historic building—home of treasured Clemens family arti-

facts such as Mark Twain’s Oxford gown, his iconic white suit

coat, 15 original Norman Rockwell paintings, baby Langdon’s

death mask, Twain’s writing desk and so much more.

The cost of the project is estimated at $100,000. You

can help get the project started by donating just a few dol-

lars. Mark Twain’s birthday is November 30. Can we raise

$5,000 together by then?

Visit the Causes.com fundraising page to make a dona-

tion or call the museum at 573-221-9010, ext. 402, for

more information about the project.


Health & FitnessBreak Free from Tobacco Classes Offered by Robin Doyle

Registration is now open for Break Free Freedom from

Smoking classes to be held in Hannibal at the James

E. Cary Cancer Center. A Break Free series will begin

November 5th at 5:30 pm. Classes are offered free of charge and

participants also receive a voucher good towards the cost of a

one-month supply of a nicotine replacement product.

Break Free classes offer education and support to help people

stop their use of tobacco products over eight sessions. The

classes feature one-on-one counseling with a registered nurse,

peer support, education materials, web resources, information

on tobacco replacement products and a voucher for a one-

month supply of a tobacco replacement product.

The Break Free program follows the American Lung Associa-

tion’s stop smoking program. Many smokers find it hard to quit

because there are several aspects to their addiction. Trained

facilitators teach smokers to recognize physical, mental, and

social cues for smoking, giving smokers a better chance of quit-

ting for good. No matter how long a smoker has smoked, he or

she can benefit from quitting. After quitting, a smoker’s body will

begin to repair most of the smoking damage, beginning as early

as 20 minutes after the last cigarette smoked.

Funding for this project was provided in part by the Missouri

Foundation for Health. The Missouri Foundation for Health is

a philanthropic organization whose vision is to improve the

health of the people in the communities it serves.

There is no charge to attend the Break Free classes. Call 573-

406-1633 or visit carycancercenter.org for more information.

HRMG OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH NEW LOCATION

Beginning November 1, Hannibal Regional Medical

Group’s Outpatient Mental Health and Center for Child Suc-

cess will have a new home at 3145 US Hwy 61, in the same

building as the Hannibal Free Clinic. The move provides

larger office space, increased therapy space, and a more

convenient location.

Hannibal Regional Medical Group offers a full spectrum

of mental health services for adults, teens, and children.

For more information, please call 573-629-3370 or visit

hannibalregionalmedicalgroup.org.

Hannibal Dental Group

Wishing you a joyous holiday season!


New Procedure Helps Those with Hearing Lossby Robin Doyle

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One out of every eight Americans has hearing loss in both

ears, and as many as one in five are hard of hearing on at

least one side. Instead of traditional hearing aids, a product

called Baha (Bone Anchored Hearing Aids) is giving those with hear-

ing loss a second option. The Baha 3 System is an implantable bone

conduction hearing system that uses the body’s natural ability to

conduct sound. Kevin Lollar, MD, is board certified by the American

Academy of Otolaryngology and is a member of the Hannibal Re-

gional Medical Group. He is the first provider in Northeast Missouri

to offer Baha® Implants.

The Baha system is recommended for three different types

of hearing loss: conductive hearing loss, mixed hearing loss, and

single-sided deafness (SSD).

In most cases, people with hearing loss are fitted with traditional

air conduction devices. Typically, these hearing aids are placed

inside the ear canal or behind the ear. With the Baha System, an im-

plant is placed behind the non-functioning ear in a straightforward

surgical procedure, where it bonds with the bone around it, forming

a permanent structure with the living bone. The sound processor is

then attached to the abutment.

The procedure has been approved by the FDA for patients age 5

and older. According to Dr. Lollar, the procedure itself can take as lit-

tle as one hour and is done as an outpatient

under either general or local anesthesia.

Direct bone conduction gives improved

access especially to higher pitch sounds when compared to traditional

air conduction hearing aids because sound is not weakened or dis-

torted by passing through the skin, muscle and fat covering the skull.

Benefits of Baha system:

· Direct Bone Conduction allows the recipient to hear sounds

more clearly and naturally.

· Potential recipients can easily test the Baha so that they can

experience the benefits before they have surgery.

· The Baha is comfortable to wear; recipients say that they forget

that they have it on.

· Baha is in use by thousands of individuals around the world.

The outcomes are predictable and well documented.

· The Baha procedure is reversible and does not damage or harm

residual hearing. Additionally, the Baha system does not preclude

any benefits from future hearing technological advances because

it doesn’t compromise middle or inner ear or compromise hearing

nerve sensitivity.

To see if you are a candidate for this procedure, or for more

information, contact Dr. Lollar’s office at 573-629-3500.


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HEALTH & FITNESS

Blessing Breast Center Offers New Level of Support to Womenby Steve Felde

routine mammogram turned Vickie Fish’s life upside

down. It showed cancer.

“That news is shocking,” recalled Vickie. “I felt fine.

I couldn’t believe anything was wrong. I was in a daze. When I

first got the news, I cried.”

A service of the Blessing Breast Center helped Vickie re-

gain some control in her life as she underwent treatment—the

Patient Navigator program.

Sheila Hermesmeyer, RN, is the Blessing Breast Center’s

Patient Navigator. She is an oncology certified registered nurse

with 33 years of experience. Sheila’s role is to guide patients

through the healthcare system, serve as their advocate and be

the consistent contact person for the patient and family from

diagnosis through treatment.

Sheila introduces herself to a woman who receives a biopsy.

Eighty percent of biopsies are negative. But, if the biopsy shows

cancer, Sheila is immediately available to provide whatever level

of support the woman wants. She can help make and attend

doctor and treatment appointments, takes notes at the appoint-

ments to help the patient better recall later what they were told,

and answer questions.

“I’m close with my family and my husband is coming with me

to appointments, but having Sheila with me is more, because

she is a nurse,” Vickie stated. “She knows what’s going on. There

are always questions after I get done with doctors, and I can look

to the notes Sheila took or call her for answers.”

“Sheila has helped my husband, too,” she added. “He was

about as dazed as I was.”

Beyond the medical knowledge Sheila shares, she identi-

fies barriers to care and treatment, such as transportation and

financial needs early in the process.

“This ultimately is beneficial for the patient because resolving

these issues early provides more seamless care and eliminates un-

needed delays,” explains Lori Wilkey, manager, Blessing Brest Center.

Sheila also connects patients with services like lymphedema

screenings, referrals to a clinical therapist or resources available

locally or through the American Cancer Society.

“I am not here to make decisions for the patient,” Sheila

stated. “I am here for support and to make sure they understand

every opportunity and option available to them.”


100 Medical Drive, Hannibal

Bryson McHardy, MDJustin Bubolz, MD

James Thornton, MDMichael Koenig, MD

100 Medical Drive, Hannibal

in Northeast MissouriPed Colyar, FNP


Highlights

The 2012 HHS cast has been

working hard rehearsing Bye

Bye Birdie. There will be three

performances on November 8, 9 and

10 at 7:00 pm in the HHS Auditorium.

Doors open at 6:15 pm. Tickets are $8

and may be purchased at the school

office during school hours or at the

auditorium on Tuesdays and Thursdays

6:00–8:00 pm. Remaining tickets will be

sold at the door.

Set in the 1950s, the musical tells the

story of Albert and Rosie, songwriters

and management for teen idol Conrad Birdie. Birdie is about to

give up his gaudy gold suits and pompadour to be inducted into

the army. When Albert and Rosie see their main source of income

drying up, they hatch a plan that includes a hit song and small-

town teenager Kim MacAfee, who will receive Birdie’s “One Last

Kiss” on national television before he

goes into the army.

In Sweet Apple, Ohio, Conrad turns

the whole town upside down, causing

townspeople of all ages to swoon. He

also puts the MacAfee household in

chaos before Albert smoothes things

over by promising the family will

appear on the Ed Sullivan Show.

The quaint small town makes Rosie

long for the day that Albert will settle

down and finally propose, but he has

his hands full placating his clingy and

manipulative mother, Mae. Trouble is also brewing when Conrad

gets sick of being supervised and goes out for a night on the town.

Tunes you may know from Bye Bye Birdie are “Put On A Happy

Face,” “One Last Kiss,” “Telephone Hour,” and “Lot of Livin’ To Do.”

Call 573-221-2733 for more information.

Hannibal High School Presents Bye Bye BirdieNOVEMBER 8, 9 & 10 by Sara Kurtz

Cast:


Hal Holbrook Set to Appear in Hannibal, Lincoln This FallNOVEMBER 17 by Brenna McDermott

Tony award-winning actor Hal Holbrook, star in Steven Spielberg’s upcoming

film Lincoln, will return to Hannibal this November in his one man show,

Mark Twain Tonight!

Holbrook has performed as Twain since 1954 and will return to the Hannibal

High School Auditorium at 8:00 pm November 17. The program is sponsored by

the Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum.

Lincoln, which explores Abraham Lin-

coln’s final months in office, will be released

November 16, just a day before Holbrook’s

local appearance. Holbrook plays journalist

and Lincoln advisor Francis Preston Blair.

The film is based on Doris Kearns

Goodwin’s Lincoln biography, Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham

Lincoln, and stars Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln, Tommy Lee Jones, and

Sally Field.

Holbrook also stars in the soon-to-be-released Promised Land, also starring

Matt Damon and John Krasinski and directed by Gus Van Sant.

Holbrook recently authored a memoir, Harold: The Boy Who Became Mark

Twain, to critical acclaim and is the focus of a feature-length documentary,

Holbrook/Twain: An American Odyssey, with a planned released in 2013.

Tickets start at $40. Call 573-221-9010, ext. 404 to make reservations.

JACQUELINE SCHWAB - LIVE IN CONCERT

NOVEMBER 1

World-renowned pianist Jacqueline Schwab

will return for her second concert in Hannibal

on November 1 at 7:00 pm, followed by a wine

and cheese reception. Schwab will perform on

Ossip Gabrilowitsch’s grand piano, one of the

museum’s most valued artifacts. Doors open at

6:15 pm.

Mark Twain Museum Gallery, 120 N. Main

Street. Tickets $25. Call 573-221-9010, ext. 401.

IAN STRATHCARRON BOOK TALK

NOVEMBER 13

Hear travel writer and biogra-

pher Ian Strathcarron discuss his

book, Innocence and War: Mark

Twain’s Holy Land Revisited, which

follows Mark Twain’s travels

through the Middle East. The

book contrasts the author’s adventures with

those Twain had in The Innocents Abroad.

Mark Twain Museum Gallery, 120 N. Main

Street. Free admission. Call for reservations,

573-221-9010, ext. 404.

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THROUGH THEIR EYES

Hannibal Arts CouncilNovember 2–16

Area Photography Exhibit and

Competition features images by local,

amateur and professional, adult and

youth photographers.

YOUNG. RESTLESS.

Hannibal Arts CouncilNovember 2–16

Exhibit features Andrew Buckwalter, Scott Haycraft, Bradley

Pipkin and Nick Willett—four artists of similar age who all grew

up in Hannibal and make creating art a part of their lives.

Two Exhibits!

Opening Reception:

Saturday, November 3, 5:00–7:00 pm

Golden Eagle Distributing featured beverage:

Shock Top Pumpkin

Exhibits Sponsored by:

Art from the Parks Exhibit and Competition

Hannibal Arts Council February 2013

Take pictures, draw, sculpt the beauty in Hannibal’s parks.

More information, including submission information and entry forms, are posted on the Gallery Page at www.hannibalarts.com.

HIGHLIGHTS

Hannibal ArtsExhibits & Gallery Events


50 MILES OF ART

Studio and Gallery TourNovember 3-4

www.50MilesofArt.com

Visit and support regional artists and artisans in their studios, galleries and specialty shops on Scenic Route 79 in Hannibal, Louisiana and Clarksville. Shop for unique and original works of art!

Alliance Art Gallery

Fourteen artists showcase their quality handmade,

original artwork in a variety of mediums and styles. You

are sure to find a piece that speaks to your heart and meets

your gift giving needs.

The place to find that one-of-a-kind gift.

112 N. Main StreetHannibal, MO 63401

(573)221-2275hannibalallianceartgallery.com

Be sure to visit the

gallery this holiday

season and join us for

our Second Saturday

Gallery Nights where

you can enjoy a guest

artist, an art give away

and visiting with the

gallery artist members.

Hannibal Arts Council 105 South Main Street

Gallery Hours: Monday/Wednesday–Friday

9am–5pmSaturdays 11am–2pm

(573) 221-6545www.hannibalarts.com

Get Ready to Shop!

99 BuCkS…OR LESS

Friday, November 23 – Friday, December 21

Annual holiday exhibit and sale features art priced anywhere up to $99.

Opening Day: Friday, November 23 from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

ATTN ARTISTS: Full exhibit details, artist registration form and labels are available on the Gallery page at hannibalarts.com.

Exhibit Sponsored by: Riverside Dermatology/Dr. Linda Cooke

SECOND SATuRDAY GALLERY NIGHT

Saturday, November 10 • 5:00–8:00 pm

Hannibal Arts Council, 105 South Main Street

Hannibal Alliance Art Gallery, 112 North Main

Fresh Ayers, 209 North Main

Gallery 310, 310 North Main (Win Art at 7:00 pm)

Main Street Wine Stoppe, 303 North Main

Art, wine, friends and special events make Hannibal’s downtown galleries the place to be each second Saturday.

FIRST FRIDAY ART ADVENTuRE

Children ages 5 to 12

4:00–6:00 pm

Hannibal Arts Council

105 South Main Street

$10 per child

($5 per child for HAC members)

Scholarships available upon request.

Registration is required.

Call 573-221-6545 to join the fun!

Friday, November 2

Nuts About November

The November theme is Nuts About November. Participants will create a fall-themed mosaic using natural items including seeds, dried beans, pine cones and nuts as well as an autumnal centerpiece using tree branches with attached leaf-shaped tags featuring words of thanks. Snacks will be an acorn-shaped snack created by workshop participants.


HIGHLIGHTS

Hannibal Parks & Recreation Events by Mary Lynne Richards

INDOOR ARCHERY

6:30 pm Wednesdays at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center.

Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by adult.

SENIOR ADULT DANCES

Noon to 3:00 pm every Wednesday at Admiral Coontz Recreation

Center. Music provided by the Uptown Strings.

SHOOTER’S EDUCATION

Firearm safety program for ages 8-16. Thursdays 6:30–9:00 pm at

Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. Signup at 6:30 pm November

8 at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center.

SAND VOLLEYBALL

The courts on Southside Recreation Area No. 1, high above Mo.

79, are available for play and practice.

RAMP PARK

The park at Huckleberry Park for roller skates, roller blades,

skateboards, bicycles and scooters is open noon to dark

Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting.

DISC GOLF

The Huckleberry Park 18-hole course is open during daytime

hours. Discs are for sale at the Ramp Park but Frisbees can be

used just as easily.

SCAVENGER HUNTS

Scavenger Hunts for the Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse Trail

and Nipper Park are fun and free and can be done at any time.

The list of clues is available at the Hannibal Parks & Recre-

ation office at City Hall, 320 Broadway, and the Hannibal Con-

vention & Visitors Bureau office at 505 N. Third St. Paddlewheel

Popcorn, 121 N. Main St., is offering a prize for completing the

Lighthouse Trail scavenger hunt. Chocolaterie Stam at 103

N. Main St., is offering a prize for completing the Nipper Park

scavenger hunt.

MORE INFORMATION

Find out about all events at www.hannibalparks.org/events

Follow Hannibal Parks on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/

HannibalParksRec and Hannibalparks on Twitter.

ART FROM THE PARKS EXHIBIT AND COMPETITION

Take pictures, draw, sculpt the art in and from Hannibal parks.

Capture the beauty in the parks during all seasons. Exhibit will

be in February 2013 at Hannibal Arts Council.

More information, including submission information

and entry forms, are posted on the Gallery Page at www.

hannibalarts.com.

RIVERVIEW PARK MILEAGE MAP

A map showing different routes for walking/biking/running in

Riverview Park is available at the HPR office, Hannibal Conven-

tion and Visitors Bureau and local hotels. There’s a 3-mile route,

along with two half-mile routes and a third-mile route. The map

is also available at http://hannibalparks.org/files/Parks_Rec/

Documents/RiverviewMileage.pdf

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Holiday gift certificates available

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Fall Classic Rodeo at Rockin A ArenaNOVEMBER 23 & 24 by Kim Hanlin

Rockin A Arena is once again is proud to bring you the great sport of rodeo. Brothers

Joel and Shaun Anderson want to start the fall season off with another full-scale rodeo

Thanksgiving weekend, November 23–24, starting at 7:30 pm each night. Visitors will enjoy

watching the contestants as they perform in bull riding, saddle back & bronc riding, bull dogging,

team roping, calf roping, breakaway roping, and barrel racing. Rough stock chutes have also been

relocated for better viewing of all the events.

The facilities are state-of-the-art, not only for contestants, but for spectators as well. Rockin A fea-

tures well maintained restrooms, concessions, and seating areas that also include handicap seating.

Outlaw Rodeo Productions is again the contractor

for the event and is bringing along all the excitement

of rodeo.

Rockin A received the “Rookie Rodeo Committee

of the Year” from the MO Rodeo Cowboy Association

for their first rodeo last March—the 1st Annual Chase

Anderson MDA Memorial Rodeo benefit (Joel’s son,

Chase, lost his battle with the disease at the young age

of 17). Not only did they receive this great honor, but

the sold-out event was able to raise $25,000 for MDA.

Plans are underway for the 2nd Annual Chase Ander-

son MDA Memorial Rodeo next March 15th and 16th.

Visit www.rockinaarena.com for more

information.


Bring the Whole Family to Freedom 5K to Celebrate Veterans Day WeekendNOVEMBER 10 by Brenna McDermott

HIGHLIGHTS

Bring your entire family to celebrate America and those who keep

our country safe at the first Veterans Day Weekend Freedom 5K in

downtown Hannibal.

Join us Saturday, November 10, at 10:00 am at the corner of Bird and

Main streets for the family friendly event. Registration begins at 8:00 am.

Participants and supporters will don the colors of America and each

individual will wave a flag during the race—a reminder of what, and

whom, we are gathering for.

This is one of the only races in Hannibal that is easy on the knees

—there are no hills! That means the entire family can participate and

leave the event smiling. For those who want to work on speed, the race

will be timed for your convenience. For those who just want to get a

little exercise, there is no pressure to run or walk at a particular pace.

Just enjoy the flat, leisurely course set out for you in downtown historic

Hannibal.


Freedom 5K Run and WalkSaturday, Nov. 10 at 10 a.m.

Register Online at Fleet Feet St. Louis!Flat path starting at Bird and Main Streets

Send check and registration form to: Historic Hannibal Marketing Council, 123 North Main Street, Hannibal MO 63401

Call 573-221-9010, ext. 404 for more information

Entry FeeVeterans and Active Military:$10 - before Nov. 1$15 - on or after Nov. 1

Name: Sex: Age as of 11/10/12: Home/Cell Phone: Work Phone: Address: City: State: ZIP: _______Email Address: Shirt Size: S M L XL XXL *Cannot guarantee shirt size if registering on or after Nov. 1

Release and waiver of liability: I, the undersigned, in consideration of the opportunity to participate and the acceptance of my entry in this event, intending to be legally bound, do hereby, on behalf of myself, my heirs and legal and personal representatives, release, waive and forever discharge any and all claims for injuries and damages to my person or property, including any and all claims for such injuries and damages resulting from negligent acts or conduct, and including any and all causes of action relating thereto, which might have or shall ever have against the Historic Hannibal Marketing Council, its affiliates, officers, board members, representatives for any and all injuries and damages which I may sustain in this event. I further state that I have sufficiently trained for and that I am in proper physical condition to participate in this event. I further grant authorization for the free use of my name and/or photographs, video tapes, motion pictures, recordings or any other record or transcription of my participation in this event, including, but not limited to, advertise-ments of or publicity, or other media accounts pertaining to this event.

Participant’s signature: Date: *If under 18 years, participant’s parent or guardian must sign

Adults and Children:$20 - before Nov. 1$25 - on or after Nov. 1

[email protected]

downcountrycountry

Walk at a leisurely pace with your kids,

push a stroller, walk a dog or sprint as fast

as you can. All levels of participation are

welcome—just wear your red, white and

blue proudly as you travel the 3.1-mile

flat course through downtown historic

Hannibal.

Do you and your family want to walk

in honor of a grandparent who served in

the military? Show your pride by pinning

a sign on your shirts, provided in your reg-

istration bags. Want to celebrate a friend

serving overseas? Bring loved ones and be

sure to wave the American flag throughout

the route, provided to you in your registra-

tion bags. Have you served in the armed

forces? Wear your uniform with pride!

Following the race, stay downtown

to see the annual Veterans Day Parade

at 11:00 am and visit Historic Hannibal

Marketing Council businesses, which are

sponsoring the event. Proceeds will go

toward an improved downtown veterans

memorial.

The race is an opportunity for all of us

to come together as a community to honor

our service men and women and celebrate

our freedom as Americans.

Entrance fees are significantly reduced

for active military members and veterans.

Unable to walk the course? Come cheer

others on at the finish line or volunteer to

help cheer on the participants throughout

the course.

“We need volunteers to encourage our

runners and walkers,” HHMC member

Mike O’Cheltree said. “We want to properly

acknowledge our veterans and we need

some cheerleaders to help make the day

special for them.”

Fill out the entry form on this page

and bring or mail it with your check to the

Hannibal History Museum, 123 North Main

Street, Hannibal, MO 63401.

For more information or to volunteer,

please contact HHMC member Brenna

McDermott at brenna.mcdermott@

marktwainmuseum.org or at 573-221-9010,

ext. 404.


Soup Day & Country Store

NOVEMBER 9 by Geri Graves

Holy Family Council of Catholic Women

(CCW) will be having their annual

Soup Day on Friday, November 9, from

11:00 am to 6:00 pm in St. Michael’s Hall,

located in the lower level of Holy Family

church, 1111 Broadway.

Chili or beef vegetable soup, home-

made dessert and a beverage are included

in the price. Tickets are $5.00 for adults

and $2.50 for children ages 4 to 10; chil-

dren 3 and under are free. Maidrites and

hot dogs will also be served. There will be

a country store with homemade baked &

canned items, as well as a raffle. Please

join CCW for lunch or dinner and fellow-

ship with friends and family.

For more information call 573-221-3410.

HIGHLIGHTS Irish Shindigs and Molly’s Holiday Tea! by Lisa Marks

s part of downtown Hannibal’s Living Windows celebration on December 8,

The Hannibal History Museum will be holding a special 2:00 pm Holiday Tea

with our own “unsinkable” Margaret Tobin Brown (played by Lisa Marks).

Hear stories of her life from her childhood during Hannibal’s Gilded Age to the

ill-fated voyage aboard the Titanic. Along the way, enjoy a variety of teas, scones,

pastries, and other specialized delicacies in the cozy atmosphere of the museum.

The cost of the tea is $12.00 per person, and reservations are required for this event.

If your tastes run to more hearty treats, the museum is also holding a series of

monthly “Irish Shindigs” of food, music, storytelling, and games throughout the late

autumn and winter. Each shindig will be held on the third Friday at the Hannibal His-

tory Museum building starting at 7:00 pm, and the Rag Tag Irish Band will be provid-

ing the festive musical backdrop. These events are a great way to either celebrate or

learn more about our country’s (and Hannibal’s) Irish-American heritage in a fun

atmosphere. Each shindig features a different dish: November 16 – Tobin’s Irish Stew;

December 21 – “Unsinkable” Shepherd’s Pie; January 18 – Guinness Cheddar Soup;

February 15 – “Love Birds” Chicken Pastries.

A cash bar will also be available. As the events are fundraisers for the non-profit

museum, a $10 donation is recommended for each shindig.

For more information on Holiday Tea with Molly Brown or the Irish Shindigs,

contact the Hannibal History Museum by phone (573-248-1819), email (info@

hannibalhistorymuseum.com), by Facebook (Hannibal History Museum), or in

person at 217 North Main Street. Have the happiest of holidays!

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November Best BetsE V E N T S N O T T O M I S S

Queen of the Mississippi Arrival Departure

Thursday, November 1 11:00 pm noon (November 2)

American Queen Arrival Departure

Sunday, November 11 8:00 am noon

MISSISSIPPI RIVERBOAT SCHEDULE

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November 26 marks the first day of our 6th

Annual Hannibal Magazine Holiday Shopping

Extravaganza where you can win hundreds of

dollars worth of prizes just by going shopping.

Last year we had 5 winners and tons of shoppers from

Hannibal, Quincy, Palmyra, Monroe City, New London, Perry,

Center, Elkhart Indiana, Oceanside California, Terre Haute

Indiana, Honeywell, Saverton, Ewing and Canton who visited

our 15 participating retailers. Details and entry form in our

December issue. (To advertise, call 301-758-5100)

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Happy Hours, Specials & Events

Gift certificates, Sugar Plum Mint Facial or Peppermint

Body Polish $65, Sugar Plum & Peppermint Pkg $120 at

Riverside Spa. (See ad on inside back cover)

Unique gifts & huge jewelry selection at Native

American Trading Co. (See ad on page 2)

16” 2-topping pizza & 2-liter soda for $17.95, tenderloin

and bowl of chili for $6.95, or 10” turkey sub for $6.85 at

Cassano’s. (See ad on page 5)

Many Beautiful Things offers new & gently used furniture

& home decor, trendy clothing, and much more. (See ad on

page 10)

New items and great gifts at Chocolaterie Stam, including

packaged regional wine. (See ad on page 10)

Get guaranteed $50 trade-in at U.S. Cellular. (See ad on

page 11)

CoolByke offers bicycles, skateboards, scooters, clothing,

accessories, bike service and more. (See ad on page 16)

Book your Christmas party by Dec. 1 and get 20% off

your entire bill (Hannibal) or no room fee and 10% off (Pal-

myra) at Kerley’s Pub.

40% off winter coats and 3 groomers on staff at

Groomingdale’s Pet Boutique. (See ad on page 17)

Get your custom holiday gift baskets or enjoy a wine &

cheese tasting at Cave Hollow Winery. (See ad on page 18)

20% off your first visit at Oak Hill Pet Resort. (See ad on

page 24)

Quality Inn & Suites offers happy hour in the lobby from

party or purchase your New Year’s Eve tickets today. (See ad

on page 26)

The Mark Twain Museum gallery & gift shop offers

handmade & fashion gifts, books and more. (See ad on

page 27)

Get $25 off any annual “You’re Covered” pest control pro-

gram at Reliable Pest Solutions. (See ad on page 30)

SEE PAGE 22Fall Classic Rodeo – Page 21

Dueling Pianos

Tickets $25 each or $250 for a table of 10. Hurry —seating is

limited! Call the Chamber at 573-221-1101 to reserve your tickets

today! Tickets are also available from Chamber Ambassadors.


LOCAL Calendar of Events

NovemberThursday, November 1

Riverside Spa, 163 Medical Dr. 573-248-3900 or www.riversidederm.com.

10:30 am: Babies and Books. Hannibal Free Public Library.

11:00 pm: Queen of the Mississippi Riverboat arrives in Hannibal. Departure: November 2 at noon. 573-221-2477.

7:00 pm: Ken Burns’ Pianist Jacqueline Schwab concert (See page 17)

Friday, November 2

6:30 pm: Dueling Pianos. (See Best Bets on page 25)

Saturday, November 3

8:30 am: Trojan Turkey Trek. 5K Run/Walk, half-mile fun run for kids. Fundraiser for Carroll Missions Center. $20/adult, $15/HLGU, $8/child, $50/family. www.hlg.edu.

Reception (See page 18)

Sunday, November 4

Monday, November 5

5:30 pm: Break Free from Tobacco session begins. Free. (See page 12 and ad on page13)

Participants receive CPR certification card. $15/person or $20/couple. Hannibal Regional Hospital. Register at hrhonline.org. 573-248-1300.

Tuesday, November 6

Wednesday, November 7

7:00 pm: Diabetes Support Group. Hannibal Regional Hospital. Register at hrhonline.org. 573-248-1300.

Friday, November 9


10:00 am: Freedom 5K (See page 22, ad on page 26, entry form on page 23)

(See page 19)

7:00 pm: Courageous. Free movie screening. Parker Theatre, HLGU. www.hig.edu.

120 Lindsey DriveHwy 36, Hannibal

573-221-4001

1H

5

Book your

Holiday Party

Newly Renovated Ballroom

or purchase your

New Year’s Eve tickets today!

Don’t delay—Space is limited!

ONGOING EVENTSNovember 8, 9 & 10

Bye Bye Birdie (See page 16 and ad on page 27)

November 23 & 24

Fall Classic Rodeo (See page 21)

Exhibits (See page 18–19)

November 2–16

Through Their Eyes

Young. Restless.

November 3–4

November 21 – December 21

99 Bucks ... or Less

See page 20 for Parks & Recreation Events & Activities.


Sunday, November 11

Hannibal. Departs at noon. 573-221-2477.

Monday, November 12

Hannibal Free Public Library Closed.

Tuesday, November 13

7:00 pm: Ian Strathcarron Book Talk: Mark Twain in the Middle East (See page 17)

Friday, November 16

11:30 am: Coffee Club. Hannibal Free Public Library.

Courageous. 573-629-3124 or www.hlg.edu.

7:00 pm: Molly’s Irish Shindig! Featuring Tobin’s Irish stew and music by RagTag Irish Band. Storytelling, games, silent auctions and raffles. (See page 25 and ad on page 8)


8:00 pm: Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight! (See page 14)

Sunday, November 18

4:00 pm: Hal Holbrook Mark Twain Lifetime

page 14)

Monday, November 19

Drive. KC Hall, 1 Columbus Rd. Walk-ins welcome. For appointment 1-800-RED-CROSS.

Thursday, November 22


Friday, November 23


5:00 pm: Winter Wonderland Parade. Louisiana, MO.

Black Friday Deals Day. Monroe City. (See ad on page 28)

Monday, November 26

Holiday Shopping Extravaganza. Details in the December issue. (See Best Bets on page 25)

Saturday, December 1

Hannibal’s Christmas Parade. 573-221-2477.

page 30)

$8

WEEKLY LIBRARY EVENTSHannibal Free Public Library 200 S. 5th St. 573-221-0222 www.hannibal.lib.mo.us

Every Tuesday

Time. Stories for preschoolers read aloud in a group setting. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to remain with their children.

activities for middle and high school students.

Every Wednesday

1:00 pm: Chess Club.

Every Thursday

4:00 pm: Dreamcatcher Club. Just for kids in grades 3-5. Read a book together, do games and crafts, and make new friends!

Every Saturday

Story and craft activity for 5 to 9 year olds. Parents and caregivers are welcome to stay and participate.

2:30 pm: Children’s Matinee.


REGIONAL Calendar of Events

November

(Sean Harmon 735-4811)

Home Tour (Georgia Rothweiller 248-7136)

22 & 23

Shooter’s Education

A firearm safety awareness programAdmiral Coontz Recreation Center

Sign up Nov. 86:30 to 9 p.m. Thursdays through Feb. 28, 2013

For ages 8 – 16 years oldFREE

Participants are required to bring safety glasses

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:

Mark and Tammie McKinneyProgram Coordinators (573) 221-8204

Aron LeeRecreation Supervisor(573) 231-6551 or [email protected]

ONGOING EVENTSThrough December 31

Treasures from Our Attic.

the vast collections of the Quincy Museum. $3 children aged 3 and up and students, $5 adults. Quincy Museum, 1601 Maine. 217-224-7669 or thequincymuseum.com.

November 2 & 3

Touring Company presents Lady Bird, Pat & Betty: Tea for Three. 7:30 pm. $20. Intimate portraits of three remarkable, radically different First Ladies. Quincy Community Theatre, 3rd & York. 217.222.3209 or 1qct.org.

November 9–10

11th Annual Symphony Trees. General

Other activities with advance tickets. Holiday Inn, 4821 Oak St., Quincy. 217-222-585 or www.symphonyoftreesquincy.com.

November 16–18

Country Treasures Craft Show. Oakley Lindsay Civic Center, 3rd & York, Quincy. 217-223-1000

November 17–18

44th Annual Quincy Service League Holiday Gift Show & Sale.

100 merchants selling items from specialty foods, handcrafted clothes and quilts, holiday decorations, jewelry, outdoor garden and patio décor, hand blown glass, woodworking and much more! Quincy Senior High School, 3322 Maine St. www.quincyserviceleague.org.

November 29 & 30

Inspecting Carol.Government Inspector meets Noises Off in this hilarious hit from Seattle. Evening performances 7:30, Sunday Matinees 2pm. Quincy Community Theatre, 3rd & York. 217-222-3209 or 1qct.org

November 1, 8, 15, 29 &December 6, 13

Small Business Entrepreneur Workshop SeriesPlanning and Startup. Nov. 15 & 29: Fiscal Management for the Small Business. Dec. 6: Legal Issues for the Small Business. Dec. 13: Marketing Practices for the Small Business. John Wood Community College, Heath Center lower level, 48th and Harrison, Quincy.

Quincy Museum events & Historic Newcomb-Stilwell Mansion tours

217-224-7669 thequincymuseum.com

Quincy Art Center classes, workshops & exhibits

http://www.quincyartcenter.org/

Quincy Public Library

217-223-1309

Visit www.quincylibrary.org for full calendar of library events, including book discussions, films, children’s activities, and more.



5:00 pm: Woodland Cemetery Tour. Outdoor walking tour of historic Woodland Cemetery.

County and hear re-enactors portray founding men and women, industrialists, Civil War soldiers and others. Wear comfortable shoes and bring flashlights. $6. 1020 S. 5th St, Quincy. For reservations 217-222-1835.

Friday, November 2

6:00 pm reception, 6:30 pm candlelight dinner, 8:00 pm concert. $35 per person. Unitarian Church, 16th & Hampshire, Quincy. Email reservations to [email protected] or call 217-224-5677.


Family Winery, Barry, Wine & Cheese Festival. $5 admission. 217-335-3279.

donation, 50/50, silent auction. Tickets: $5 can be purchased at the door or call 217-222-0394.Machinists Lodge 822, 2929 N. 5th St., Quincy.

Sunday, November 4

7:30 pm: The Siberian Birtuosi. Ensemble of 12 violinists and a pianist, from the Russian Federation. Presented by Quincy Civic Music

Quincy.

Tuesday, November 6

Wednesday, November 7

rink offers afforable ice-skating for all ages. $3/children, $5/adults, includes skate rental. Clat


8:00 am: Beat Beethoven 5K Run/Walk. Held in conjunction with the Symphony of Trees. $25/person or $50/families of 4. www.QuincySOT.com.

route begins at 12th and Maine St. and continues to 5th & Maine. Veterans Home Celebration at 1:00 pm. 217-228-9759

Sunday, November 11

Tuesday, November 13

Ladies Night Out Fundraiser. Silent auctions, raffles. ONE Restaurant, Quincy. Call Koretta for more details 217-617-6964


6:30 pm: Quincy Newcomers Club Backstage Tour. Take a peek and a tour backstage at the Quincy Community Theatre, 300 Civic Center Plaza, Quincy. 217-228-3045 or quincynewcomers.org



HRH Auxiliary Presents Holiday Tour of HomesDECEMBER 1 by Robin Doyle

Retirement and Nursing Center

“Caring and Sharing Through

Christ Our Lord Since 1972”

3170 Hwy 61, Hannibal, MO 63401

Home

The Hannibal Regional Hospital Auxiliary will be host-

ing a holiday house tour on Saturday, December 1,

2012 from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Four distinctly different homes will be showcased on

the tour. They include the recently remodeled home of Troy

and Andrea Scott, the quaint home of Brandon and Alicia

Rollins, the traditional style home of Dr. Curtis and Debra

Burton and the rustic home of Tom Eddy and Barb O’Brien.

Scott home: 52512 Norwoods Pl, Hannibal

Rollins home: 53256 Norwoods Pl, Hannibal

Burton home: 191 Huckleberry Heights, Hannibal

Eddy home: 12398 Apache Dr., New London

Inside each of the featured homes, visitors will be treated

to the hosts’ holiday decorations as well as the special archi-

tectural features which make each location special.

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13080 Cedar CoveCall Linda, 822-1785

5438 Hidden ValleyCall Sheri, 231-5081

781 Head LaneCall Lisa, 248-6267

56464 Turner AcresCall Margaret, 248-5840

52831 Amen CornerCall Jill, 248-9149

8660 Eleven PointCall Neil, 795-7217

1601 BookerCall Prestige, 221-8171

24793 Shady Oak Pl.Call Teree, 795-6174

60136 Old 79Call Kristy, 248-6581

732 GrandCall Tom, 795-8346

103 South Haw CreekCall J’Nelle, 248-6574

31 HolidayCall Beth, 795-0211

11042 Scott PlaceCall Chris, 231-5461

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Tickets for the tour are $8.00 in advance and $10.00 at

the event. Tickets can be purchased at Judy’s Boutique

located inside Hannibal Regional Hospital or at the Mark

Twain Book and Gift Shop. For more information, please

contact Alicia Rollins, Director -- Volunteer Services at

573-248-5272.

12398 Apache Dr. 53256 Norwoods Pl.

53512 Norwoods Pl.


Confessions of a Swiss Army Wife

You know what’s fun to do on Black Friday? Go to the mall,

but don’t go in. Just walk around the parking lot with a

shopping bag like you’re looking for your car—and lead

the parking spot stalkers on an agonizingly slow chase. Stop

midstride occasionally to suddenly switch back the way you

came. Yeah, it’s kinda like torturing them, but we enjoy it.

You know what else is fun? Working out holiday logistics.

It starts the year before, when everyone is well fed, sedated by

too much turkey, and still happy to be together. “Who wants to

come to New York next year?” “No, come back to Missouri!”

Then, when reality starts to set in,

it sounds more like, “We can’t go to

Virginia—the house is too small for

all of us” or “Have you priced airfare

lately?” and “Good Lord, we have a

12-hour drive ahead of us with these

whiny children! I think this will have

to be an every other year thing.”

A month out, I hear, “Hey, you want

some company for Thanksgiving?”

To which I reply with an enthusi-

astic, “Sure! We’d love to have you!”

I say that to everyone who invites

themselves over for Thanksgiving, not just my mother. Seriously.

It’s my favorite holiday, and I like to share it.

We get friends as well as family. They come into town to

spend the actual holiday with their families, but they spend

the rest of the time with us. You know, having real fun, not fake

obligatory fun. The nice thing about my extended family is that

we have real fun together because we actually like one another.

How weird is that?

Anyway, Thanksgiving is often strangely quiet at my house,

because we have people staying with us off and on all week, with

lots of socializing and noise and activity, and then they all disap-

pear on Thanksgiving Day to eat with their families. Cooking for

hours for the same people you feed every day just isn’t as fun as

serving a whole mess of folks who don’t get the opportunity to

complain about your cooking on a daily basis.

So this year I have my mother, with her boundless energy,

who invited herself all the way from Virginia, much to her grand-

children’s delight; my lovely mother-in-law, who has a wry wit

but never an unkind word; my little sister and her little family

(peanut allergies and all); plus assorted out-of-town friends with

nebulous plans for the week who may or may not need a place to

stay for one or more nights and may or may not be accompanied

by spouses, children, pets, etc. Last year we hosted an indoor

campout (I encourage everyone to travel with their own pillow).

We had blow-up mattresses and kids on window seats, sleeping

bags, couches, cots... I’m hoping for much the same this year.

I prefer a casual, carefree approach to hospitality. I’m think-

ing of leaving house keys on the pillows instead of mints.

The trick is stocking up on the right amount of food and

adult beverages and clean towels—not to mention kid-friendly,

peanut-free snacks. Ages will range

from one to 81, with an assortment

of children in and around the tween

spectrum, which means complaints

of boredom are inevitable.

And the politics! That should be

fun this year.

I un-baby-proofed my house

quite awhile ago—with a great

feeling of liberation, I might add—

although I still tend to cook on the

back burners. We’ll have to keep a

good eye on the little guy, which can

be challenging in a crowd. It’s my theory that the more adults

there are, the less supervision children receive. Everyone as-

sumes someone else is watching them, and that’s when they eat

the cat food.

The wee ones love the cat. Yeah, she’s a flirt, so affectionate

and good natured, and she looks so cute sleeping on her back

like that. But don’t touch her belly. Just don’t.

If you’re nice, she’ll jump on you in the middle of the night

and bat at your face until you pet her.

Call me maudlin, but I love them all. We laugh and share

stories of our lives, play games and eat too much. I like when

our friends come back ticked off at their relatives and we get to

laugh at how dysfunctional they are. Then they go home and talk

about us and how nerdy and eccentric we are.

That’s the nice thing about friends and family—after they

leave you realize how much you don’t want to be them, and it

makes you appreciate your life and spouse and kids a little more.

And isn’t that what Thanksgiving is all about?

And the day after Thanksgiving is about shopping. Or just

going to the mall.

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