Lifestyles Events
Kentucky Derby travel presentation RSVP
April 17th, 2018 Duquesne Community Building
Derby Day Riverboat Race, Bourbon, Barbecue and Country Music, Louisville Slugger, Hermitage Thoroughbred Nursey, Claudia Sanders Dinner House, Undulata Horse Farm, Derby Hat Boutique, Bourbon & Chocolate Hotel Reception, “Off to the Races” Dinner Party, reserved seating for the Derby and more! Attend the 3:00 or 6:30 p.m. presentation to learn more. RSVP no later than April 12th.
Joplin Ladies Fiesta RSVP
May 1st, 2018 The Banquet Center - behind Granny Shaffer's
Join us for an afternoon of fun, Fiesta style! Dessert, bingo and the best entertainment this side of the Rio Grande!
Cathage Ladies Fietsa! RSVP
May 2nd, 2018 Carthage Memorial Hall
Join us for an afternoon of fun, Fiesta style! Dessert, bingo and the best entertainment this side of the Rio Grande!
Baker Creek Seed Spring Festival RSVP
May 7th, 2018 Mansfield, MO
Calling all gardeners! Join us for a day of fun and learning at the annual Spring Festival. Browse through thousands of varieties of plants and learn how to grow them with acclaimed guest speakers. Enjoy a sense of community with fascinating seed collectors, renowned musicians, national speakers, historic demonstrators, food activists, western re-enactors, organic growers, gourmet chefs, free-thinkers, historic farm animals & poultry, Ozarkian crafters, trendy vendors and herbal hippies... Lunch will be on your own at the festival. Dinner at Zio’s Italian Kitchen in Springfield is included in the price. Details: Depart Joplin at 8:30 a.m.; pick up passengers in Carthage at 8:50 a.m. Approximate return time to Joplin is 7:00 p.m. *Must be able to walk on un-even ground to enjoy this trip. We are allowing 4 hrs at the Festival.
Cost per person: $65.00
Neosho Ladies Fiesta! RSVP
May 9th, 2018 UMC Christian Life Center
Join us for an afternoon of fun, Fiesta style! Lunch, bingo and the best entertainment this side of the Rio Grande!
May Birthday Luncheon RSVP
May 15th, 2018 Granny Shaffer's - N. Range Line 12:00 noon
Choice of sliced sirloin or italian chicken.
RSVP by May 11th
"Sister Act" RSVP
May 16th, 2018 The New Theatre - Overland Park, KS
When disco diva Deloris witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in a convent! Using her unique singing talent, Deloris breathes new life into the community but blows her cover in the process. Soon, the gang gives chase. From the composer of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE LITTLE MERMAID and more, SISTER ACT was nominated for five Tony Awards including Best Musical. A delicious lunch buffet is included in the price. Details: Depart Joplin at 8:30 a.m.; pick up passengers in Carthage at 8:50 a.m. Approximate return time to Joplin is 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $79.00 per person
Deadline to have payment to Lisa’s office, April 15, 2018.
May Birthday Dinner RSVP
May 17th, 2018 Club 1201 6:00 p.m.
Choice of filet mignon or chicken cordon bleu.
RSVP by May 11th
June Birthday Luncheon RSVP
June 5th, 2018 Granny Shaffer's - N. Range Line 12:00 noon
Choice of sliced sirloin or italian chicken.
RSVP by June 1st
June Birthday Dinner RSVP
June 7th, 2018 Club 1201 6:00 p.m.
Choice of filet mignon or chicken cordon bleu.
RSVP by June 1st
Mystery Trip RSVP
June 14th, 2018
Join us on our first mystery trip, a full day of fun and learning about…….. You will not be disappointed! Details: Depart Carthage at 7:00 a.m.; Joplin at 7:30 a.m. Approximate return time to Carthage is 8:30 p.m. Cost: $82.00 per person
Deadline to have payment to Lisa’s office ~ May 15, 2018.
Samson - Sight and Sound Theatre RSVP
June 19th, 2018 Branson, MO
He defeated an entire army and slayed a lion with his bare hands. But there’s a secret behind Samson’s superpower. Chosen by God from birth, he’s been given superhuman strength – as long as he follows the rules. And that’s where the trouble begins. Samson soon falls prey to temptation, losing his strength and sight. And it’s here where he will face his greatest challenge. Journey with this unlikely hero as he battles the Philistines – and his own personal calling. It’s an unforgettable, uplifting story that will literally bring the house down! We will enjoy the lunch buffet at Grand Country Inn and a little time to shop at Grand Village Shops before heading to Sight and Sound for the 3:30 show. Details: Depart Joplin at 9:30 a.m.; pick up passengers in Carthage at 9:50 a.m. Approximate return time to Joplin is 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $97.00 per person
Springfield Cardinals RSVP
June 21st, 2018 Hammons Field - Springfield MO
Our annual trip to support our local AA Minor league of the St. Louis Cardinals. Watch an exciting game between the Springfield Cardinals and the Arkansas Travelers (AA affiliate to the Seattle Mariners) from the RedBird Roost. The RedBird Roost comes with unlimited food and soft drinks from the time we arrive ‘til the end of the game. The buffet includes the usual stadium food plus a salad bar. Details: Depart Joplin at 4:30 p.m.; pick up passengers in Carthage at 4:50 p.m. Elevator is available at the stadium. Let me know if you prefer stadium seats or bar stools. Approximate return time to Joplin is 10:00 p.m.
Cost $58.00 per person.
July Birthday Luncheon RSVP
July 10th, 2018 Granny Shaffer's - N. Range Line 12:00 noon
Choice of sliced sirloin or italian chicken. RSVP by July 6th
July Birthday Dinner RSVP
July 12th, 2018 Club 1201 6:00 p.m.
Choice of filet mignon or chicken cordon bleu. RSVP by July 6th
Grandparent Trip RSVP
July 17th, 2018 Crown Center - Kansas City, MO
Lunch will be at Fritz’s Crown Center where our food will be delivered by TRAIN! Following lunch we will have a creative art class at Hallmark’s Kaleidoscope where your imagination is your guide! And last but not least, we will have a couple of hours to explore SeaLife Aquarium where amazing exhibits and 11 interacting zones await us. Our aquarium experience will get you up close and face-to-face with amazing underwater creatures such as sharks, octopus, a green sea turtle named Gertrude, stingrays, sea stars, seahorses, jellyfish and thousands of colorful fish! No grandkids? We don’t care, join us for this adventure and be a kid yourself!
Details: depart Joplin 8:00 a.m.; Carthage 8:20 a.m. approximate return time to Joplin 5:30 p.m.
Price: $66.00 per adult; $60.00 for kids 12 and under
Deadline for having money to Lisa’s office: June 15th, 2018
August Birthday Luncheon RSVP
August 7th, 2018 Granny Shaffer's - N. Range Line 12:00 noon
Choice of sliced sirloin or italian chicken. RSVP by August 3rd.
August Birthday Dinner RSVP
August 9th, 2018 Club 1201 6:00 p.m.
Choice of filet mignon or chicken cordon bleu. RSVP by
Clay Cooper RSVP
August 17th, 2018 Clay Cooper Theatre - Branson, MO
Awarded 2017 Show of the Year and 2015 Entertainer of the Year by the Terry Awards, Clay Cooper has proven to be one INCREDIBLE entertainer. Don’t miss this high energy show filled with singing, dancing, trick-roping, comedy, and much more! Clay Cooper’s Country Express has something for everyone featuring 24 entertainers, great visual effects and a variety of music-old and new country, current hits, rock, gospel, and patriotic. This is one show you DON’T want to miss! Included lunch at Shorty Small’s before Clay’s 2:00 p.m. show. Details: Depart Joplin at 9:30 a.m.; pick up passengers in Carthage at 9:50 a.m. Approximate return time to Joplin is 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $76.00 per person
Pioneer Trails Adventures RSVP
September 5th, 2018 Independence, MO
Join us on a trip back in time. We’ll travel the same streets as; early pioneer settlers, Frank & Jessie James, Wild Bill Hickok, Civil War generals, The Bushwackers & Jayhawkers, President Harry S Truman and many others. Tour the Bingham-Waggoner Estate, the National Frontier Trails Museum and finish the day with a history tour from the comfort of a covered wagon pulled by non-other than Missouri mules. A chuck wagon lunch featuring KC barbeque with all the sides is included in the cost. Details: Depart Joplin at 8:30 a.m.; pick up passengers in Carthage at 8:50 a.m. Approximate return time to Joplin is 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $98.00 per person
September Birthday Luncheon RSVP
September 11th, 2018 Granny Shaffer's - N. Range Line 12:00 noon
Choice of sliced sirloin or italian chicken. RSVP by September 7th.
September Birthday Dinner RSVP
September 13th, 2018 Club 1201 6:00 p.m.
Choice of filet mignon or chicken cordon bleu. RSVP by September 7th.
"Mamma Mia" RSVP
September 19th, 2018 The New Theatre - Overland Park, KS
On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity for her father brings three men from her mother’s past to the door of the church. A New Theatre first, MAMMA MIA! is an absolute hit for the ages. Featuring the #1 hits of legendary group ABBA, DANCING QUEEN, KNOWING ME-KNOWING YOU, TAKE A CHANCE ON ME, and many more. This Super Trouper musical comedy hit ran 14 years on Broadway, and it’s in its 18th year in London – and still selling out! A delicious lunch buffet is included in the price. Details: Depart Joplin at 8:30 a.m.; pick up passengers in Carthage at 8:50 a.m. Approximate return time to Joplin is 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $79.00 per person
October Birthday Luncheon RSVP
October 2nd, 2018 Granny Shaffer's - N. Range Line 12:00 noon
Choice of sliced sirloin or italian chicken. RSVP by September 28th.
October Birthday Dinner RSVP
October 4th, 2018 Club 1201 6:00 p.m.
Choice of filet mignon or chicken cordon bleu. RSVP by September 28th.
#1 Hits of the 60's & 50's Too RSVP
October 23rd, 2018 Clay Cooper Theatre - Branson, MO
#1 Hits of the 60's (and 50's Too!) touches over 100 songs from the great artists of the 60's and 50's - Elvis Presley, The Beach Boys, The Supremes, Paul Anka, Buddy Holly, Petula Clark, The Beatles... the list goes on and on. Add over 100 costume changes, fun video and a talented cast of seven and you've got the recipe for the show dubbed "The Most Fun You'll have In Branson." Supporting local native of LaRussell, Amber Campbell owner, producer and performer in this high energy show. Lunch at Lambert’s on our way to the 2:00 show is included in the price. Details: Depart Joplin at 9:30 a.m.; pick up passengers in Carthage at 9:50 a.m. Approximate return time to Joplin is 7:00 p.m.
Cost per person: $81.00
November Birthday Dinner RSVP
November 8th, 2018 Club 1201 6:00 p.m.
Choice of filet mignon or chicken cordon bleu. RSVP by November 1st.
November Birthday Luncheon RSVP
November 13th, 2018 Granny Shaffer's - N. Range Line 12:00 noon
Choice of sliced sirloin or italian chicken. RSVP by November 1st.
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