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Event:

Extreme Fight Productions presents The X Fights

When:

January 23rd 7:00pm

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

Range from $20 - $150

Tickets available through www.TicketMaster.com or by calling 816-931-3330. Municipal Auditorium Box Office available for walk-up sales Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm.

Event:

KC Roller Warriors

When:

January 24th

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

TBD

Event:

Mid-America RV Show

When:

February 12 - 15

Where:

Bartle Hall

Cost:

Adults $8.50; Children 12 & under are free.

Event:

Störling Dance Theater

When:

February 13th

Where:

Music Hall

Cost:

$50, $30, $20

Störling Dance Theater History Mona Störling-Enna moved to Kansas City in 1996 to establish a professional dance company based on her innovative and dramatic concepts of movement and storytelling. Together with her husband, Jeremiah Enna, they set out to choose relevant concepts and stories that would speak powerfully to our contemporary culture and stir the hearts of many.

Event:

Bob The Builder Live!

When:

February 14th

Where:

Music Hall

Cost:

TBD

Event promoted by Broadway Across America. Ticket onsale date and pricing TBD.

Event:

KC Roller Warriors

When:

February 14th

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

TBD

Event:

Red Hot Nights Banquet

When:

February 14th

Where:

Convention Center Grand Ballroom (2501)

Cost:

Private event.

Hosted by the Children's Mercy Hospital & Clinics.

Event:

Mid America Boat Show

When:

February 19th - 22nd

Where:

Bartle Hall

Cost:

Adults - $8.50; Children 12 & under are free.

Event:

UMKC Men's Basketball vs Centenary

When:

February 19th 7:05pm

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

Season Tickets $75 - $375

Event:

Dance America

When:

February 20th - 21st

Where:

Music Hall

Cost:

Registration deadline January 16, 2009.

Event:

The Pulse On Tour

When:

February 21 & 22

Where:

Convention Center Grand Ballroom (2501)

Cost:

Registration required.

Event:

UMKC Double Header Basketball vs Oral Roberts

When:

February 21st 4:00pm Women Tip-off; 7:05pm Men Tip-off

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

Season Tickets $75 - $375

Event:

Cirque Dreams

When:

February 24th - March 1st

Where:

Music Hall

Cost:

On-sale Decmeber 13th to the general public.

Direct from Broadway, CIRQUE DREAMS JUNGLE FANTASY is an exotic encounter inspired by nature's unpredictable creations that are brought to life by an international cast of 25 soaring aerialists, spine-bending contortionists, acrobats, jugglers and musicians. The astounding feats performed in this action packed Cirque Dream are enhanced with over 150 spectacular costumes and set in a fantastical jungle ignited by striking visual effects. From the breathtaking aerial ballet of butterflies to the balancing giraffes, gigantic flowers and trees, this world-class explosion of athleticism, theatre and imagination will exhilarate and entertain audiences of all ages.

Event:

2008 ADDY Awards Show

When:

February 28th

Where:

Convention Center Grand Ballroom (2501)

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

World of Wheels

When:

Friday, February 27: 12 pm - 10 pm Saturday, February 28: 11 am - 10 pm Sunday, March 1: 11 am - 8 pm

Where:

Bartle Hall

Cost:

Gate: General Admission - $15; Children 6-12 yrs $5; Free kids on Friday.

Discount Coupons: ($2 off General Admission) at CARQUEST valid Friday ONLY Features Mach 5 from the movie Speed Racer; All American Motorcycle Show presented by GAIL's Harley-Davidson; Cavalcade of Customs; "Hot Rod Heaven" presented by Pete & Jake's World of Wheels; OL SKOOL RODZ; Traditional Rods presented by Los Punk Rods; Rockabilly bands; SUPER ROD presents the Hemi Nation display; Kansas City Pinstripers Dream Factory Art Auction & Jam;

Event:

JAMfest Cheerleading Competition

When:

February 28th - March 1st

Where:

Bartle Hall

Cost:

Registration required.

Early registration: January 2, 2009 On-time registration: February 2, 2009

Event:

Liberty National Wrestling

When:

February 28th

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

Adults $20; Students 6 - 12 $7 Kids Under 5 are free.

ENTRY DEADLINE: Tuesday February 17, 2009 Mail Entry to: Liberty Nationals 950 S. Kent Bdlg C. Liberty, MO 64068

Event:

MIAA 2009 Basketball Championship

When:

March 5th - 8th

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

TBD

The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association, an 11-member conference of NCAA Division II institutions in Missouri, Kansas and Nebraska, was first organized in 1912 as the Missouri Intercollegiate Athletic Association. For the men, champions are crowned in football, cross country, basketball, indoor and outdoor track & field, baseball, tennis and golf. The women compete for titles in volleyball, cross country, soccer, basketball, indoor and outdoor track & field, softball, golf and tennis.

Event:

Onstage NY Dance Competition

When:

March 7th - 8th

Where:

Bartle Hall 2100 Series Meeting Rooms

Cost:

Registration required.

Event:

Greater Kansas City Auto Show

When:

March 11, Wednesday 5pm - 10pm; March 12, Thursday 10am - 10pm; March 13, Friday 10am -10pm; March 14, Saturday 10am - 10pm; March 15, Sunday 10am - 7pm

Where:

Bartle Hall

Cost:

Adults - $10; Children 8yrs - 12yrs - $5

Experience the biggest show in history with over eight football fields of new cars, light trucks, sport utility vehicles, crossover vehicles, and vans from every domestic and import manufacturer on display. The center aisle floor plan gives show-goers more room to look at the 500 plus vehicles on display. Show attendees will preview concept cars, see the newest cars and trucks for 2009, and get a sneak preview of what's in store for 2010. Factory representatives and Kansas City area auto dealer product specialists will be on hand to answer questions. $1.00 Discount coupons available at all participating Automobile Dealers, Price Chopper or print at website.

Event:

KC Roller Warriors

When:

March 14th

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

TBD

Event:

NAIA 2009 Buffalo Funds Basketball Championship

When:

March 18th (Round 1) 9am, 10:45am, 12:30pm, 2:15pm, 4:30pm, 6:15pm, 8:45pm, 10:30pm; March 19th (Rounds 1 con't) 9am, 10:45am, 12:30pm, 2:15pm, 4:30pm, 6:15pm, 8:00pm, 9:45pm; March 20th (Round 2) 9am, 10:45am, 12:30pm, 2:15pm, 4:30pm, 6:15pm, 8:00pm, 9:45pm; March 21st (Quarterfinals) 1:00pm, 3:00pm, 6:00pm, 8:00pm; March 23rd (Semifinals) 6:50pm, 8:50pm; March 24th (Championship) 8:50pm

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

Range from $3 (student rate) - $150 Flex Pack

Single Tickets available December 1st. All Tournament Tickets: Call the NAIA National Office: 816-595-8000; $100 Premium Reserved (Nine Sessions); $100 Flex-pack (10 General Admission tickets, good for any session); $150 Flex-pack (18 General Admission tickets, good for any session). Group rates and family packages available.

Event:

DeafNation Expo

When:

March 21st

Where:

Bartle Hall

Cost:

Complimentary event. Open to the public.

DeafNation Expo is the foremost touring trade show for, by, and about deaf people. DeafNation provides exhibitions and entertainment around the United States at no charge to the public. Our philosophy is that free admission brings a diversity of attendees who can share our culture, needs, language, and information.

Event:

Tremaine Dance Competition

When:

March 21st - 22nd

Where:

Bartle Hall 2100 Series Meeting Rooms

Cost:

Registration required.

Registration cut-off date 2/26/2009.

Event:

The Phantom of the Opera

When:

March 25th - April 19th

Where:

Music Hall

Cost:

TBD

Tickets onsale November 14th. With some of the most lavish sets, costumes and special effects ever to have been created for the stage, Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA directed by Harold Prince traces the tragic love story of a beautiful opera singer and a young composer shamed by his physical appearance into a shadowy existence beneath the majestic Paris Opera House. Adapted from Gaston Leroux's classic novel of mystery and suspense, this award-winning musical has woven its magical spell over standing room audiences in more than 100 cities worldwide and is now the longest-running show in Broadway history.

Event:

Greater Kansas City Home, Flower, Lawn & Garden Show

When:

March 26th, Thursday 11am - 9pm; March 27th, Friday 11am - 10pm; March 28th, Saturday 10am - 10pm; March 29th, Sunday 10am - 6pm

Where:

Bartle Hall

Cost:

TBD

Ready to start your next remodeling project? Need advice for changing your decor and design? Searching for the right look for your lawn and garden? It's one-stop shopping in one spectacular location March 27-30 when the Greater Kansas City Home Show once again joins together with the Kansas City Flower, Lawn & Garden Show at Bartle Hall for four fabulous days!

Event:

COA Cheer & Dance Mid-America National Championship

When:

March 28th - 29th

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

Registration required.

For more information, contact: Jeremy Cramm Sr. Relationship Manager - West Territory jcramm@COAcheer.com Phone: 1-800-252-4337 Ext. 249

Event:

An Evening with Sylvia Browne

When:

March 31st 7pm - 9pm

Where:

Convention Center Grand Ballroom (2501)

Cost:

Range from $40 - $85

"It was a difficult decision for me to make this my farewell tour because I love talking to each one of you. I hope you'll join me on this farewell journey as I share my insights on the life of a Mystical Traveler and a mission life entity, which is indeed a blessed promise. There are many of us out there. Do you want to know how to be a Green Beret of the Universe? I'll look forward to seeing you soon." -Sylvia Browne

Event:

Mid-West Volleyball National Qualifier

When:

April 3rd - 5th

Where:

Bartle Hall

Cost:

TBD

Event:

R.E.A.C.H.E.S. Brute Adidas Nationals Wrestling Tournament

When:

April 3rd - 5th

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

Registration required.

Event:

Greater Kansas City Science & Engineers Awards Ceremony

When:

April 4th

Where:

Bartle Hall Room 2103

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

Kansas City Economic Development Council Cornerstone Luncheon

When:

April 7th

Where:

Convention Center Grand Ballroom (2501)

Cost:

Ticketed event. Open to members of the KCEDC.

Event:

National Intramural Recreational Sports Association Volleyball Championships

When:

April 9th - 11th

Where:

Bartle Hall and Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

Registration required.

2009 NCCS National Volleyball Championships will be in Kansas City, Missouri on April 9-11. The Kansas City Convention Center will host this year's 25th annual event. Tournament entries will be accepted starting January 6, 2009. Tournament information and registration materials will be available in December 2008.

Event:

GSA Reception

When:

April 14th

Where:

Little Theatre

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

St. Teresa's Academy Prom

When:

April 17th

Where:

Little Theatre

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

Talent on Parade Dance Competition

When:

April 17th - 19th

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

Registration required.

Entry deadline is March 30th.

Event:

Bishop Sullivan 2009 Auction

When:

April 18th

Where:

Bartle Hall Room 2103

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

SYSCO Annual Food Show Conference

When:

April 18th - 21st

Where:

Bartle Hall

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

Truman High School Prom

When:

April 18th

Where:

Conference Center Room 1501

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

Harvesters Community Food Network presents Forks & Corks

When:

April 23rd

Where:

Convention Center Grand Ballroom (2501)

Cost:

TBD

Every year, proceeds from Forks & Corks enable Harvesters to provide nearly one million meals to those in need in our community. Last year's event was a huge success at the exquisite Grand Ballroom at the Kansas City Convention Center and the event will continue at this exciting location. In 2009, we plan to have even more local restaurants and beverage purveyors and their wonderful selections of fine food, wine, specialty beers and coffee than ever before! And you won't want to miss our silent auction featuring distinctive wines and unique food offerings. Check out the items offered in our 2008 Silent Auction. We hope to see you at 2009's Forks & Corks to eat, drink and feed many!

Event:

IMPACT

When:

April 24th - 26th

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

Primetime Dance Competition

When:

April 24th - 26th

Where:

Music Hall

Cost:

Registration required.

Event:

Belton High School Prom

When:

April 25th

Where:

Conference Center Room 1501

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

Center High School Prom

When:

April 25th

Where:

Bartle Hall Room 2102

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

North Kansas City High School Prom

When:

April 25th

Where:

Conference Center Grand Ballroom (3501)

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

William Chrisman High School Prom

When:

April 25th

Where:

Little Theatre

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

The Color Purple

When:

April 28th - May 3rd

Where:

Music Hall

Cost:

Individual Tickets onsale February 16th.

THE COLOR PURPLE is an inspiring family saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman who - through love - finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her unique voice in the world. Set to a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel and blues, THE COLOR PURPLE is a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love and a celebration of life.

Event:

US Army 2009 Installations Symposium

When:

April 28th - 30th

Where:

Convention Center

Cost:

Registration required. Open to those associated with the US Army.

Meetings are open to all AUSA members, employees or consultants of AUSA Member companies, military and civilian government personnel, invited guests of the Association and others who have an identifiable relationship with the U.S. Army.

Event:

Dave Ramsey EntreLeadership 1-Day Seminar

When:

May 1st

Where:

Bartle Hall Room 2103

Cost:

Registration required.

Event:

KC Roller Warriors

When:

May 2nd

Where:

Municipal Auditorium

Cost:

TBD

Event:

Van Horn High School Prom

When:

May 2nd

Where:

Little Theatre

Cost:

Private event.

Event:

12th Joint FAA/DoD/NASA Conference on Aging Aircraft

When:

May 4th - 7th

Where:

Convention Center

Cost:

Registration required.

Event:

IBuild Construction Career Day

When:

May 5th

Where:

Bartle Hall

Cost:

Registration required.

The National Institute for Construction Excellence (N.I.C.E.) founding principle is that industry cannot be competitive, productive, or profitable without having the strongest base of qualified men and women well trained in math, science, English, and technology education. Our construction education program is designed and has been proven to increase the awareness of students of construction career fields from engineering, architecture, contracting, and the skilled trades.

Event:

Council on Philanthropy 25th Annual Luncheon

When:

May 8th

Where:

Convention Center Grand Ballroom (2501)

Cost:

Private event.