Smiles - Old Trail Region

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Apple Blossom Antiques
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Clay County Historic Sites
Explore and celebrate the beauty of Spring in the
Old Trails Region. Our 100+ mile region follows the Missouri
River and surrounding area, ready to delight you with historic
sites, antiques, wineries, orchards and other interesting
attractions. Create a weekend adventure and discover the
Old Trails Region!
(660) 864-3662
www.jessejamesmuseum.org
Apple Valley Paso Finos
The Elms Hotel & Spa
Apple Blossom Antiques -- Waverly, Missouri. A beautifully restored turn of the
century church in Waverly is the backdrop for a unique venue full of Antiques and
Treasures.
Apple Valley Paso Finos -- Located in Waverly, Missouri, Apple Valley Paso Finos
prides itself on selling fully maintained horses that have been given superior care. A
full-service horse farm with indoor arena, Apple Valley offers lessons, training, boarding,
and the facility can be rented.
Bruce Burstert Studio -- Lexington, MO. Explore this unique shop - The Museum of the
www.applevalleypasofinos.com
www.elmshotelandspa.com
Historic Blackwater
Historic Lexington
West! Open art & antiques studio. Historic preservation & consultation. Fine arts & antiques
auctions. Fine arts classes in painting & history. Children’s & adult art classes now forming.
Blackwater, Missouri -- Founded in 1887 after the Missouri Pacific Railroad needed
a coal refilling station between Jefferson City and Kansas City. Blackwater is a place
you would want to call home with some incredible historic homes, the notable West End
Theatre, and the Iron Horse Restaurant & Hotel.
www.blackwatermissouri.weebly.com
www.visitlexingtonmo.com
Bruce Burstert Studio
Linwood Lawn
Boonville Tourism -- Nestled high atop wooded bluffs overlooking the Missouri river
sits Boonville, Missouri, offering a stimulating cultural scene, combined with small-town
charm and hospitality. Conveniently located right off I-70 in the heart of the state, almost
half-way between Kansas City and St. Louis.
Carolyn’s Country Cousins -- A working farm only 2 miles south of Liberty,
Carolyn’s offers an amazing Fall experience. Open mid-September through October,
you’ll find a pumpkin patch, mini railroad, petting farm, pig races, plus yummy baked
and sweet treats for all ages. Reopens in Spring for school tours. Off-season school tours
available.
City of Concordia -- Settled by German immigrants in the 1800’s and incorporated
in1877, Concordia is rich in history and culture. The Concordia Area Museum showcases
an outstanding collection of artifacts representing the area’s historic heritage and past.
816-665-7989
www.linwoodlawn.com
Boonville Tourism
River Reader Bookstore
Clay County Historic Sites -- Spring is the perfect time to visit the historic sites
throughout Clay County! You’ll the Jesse James Birthplace (farm and museum), Jesse
James Bank Museum, Mt. Gilead Church and School, and Pharis Farm. Discover history
and the beauty of historic Clay County.
The Elms Hotel & Spa -- Situated in historic Excelsior Springs, The Elms is renowned
for luxury accommodations, grounds, gardens, and spa. The perfect hub for an Old Trails
weekend, The Elms is just 15 minutes from Watkins Mill and the Jesse James farm. Call
us about our unique Ghost Tours!
www.goboonville.com
www.river-reader.com
Carolyn’s Country Cousins
Shirley’s
Lexington, Missouri -- Known for its four historic districts, vintage homes, and
cannonball in the Courthouse, Lexington is also the site of an infamous Civil War battle.
Nearby wineries, orchards, Missouri River proximity, and rolling countryside, the region
offers a scenic taste of beauty and bounty of Spring.
Linwood Lawn -- Lexington, MO. The finest antebellum mansion in the Mid-West has
been lovingly restored and is open for guided tours, weddings, overnight stays and events.
Learn the inside story about this 10,000 sq. ft. home. Call 660-259-3800 for details.
www.carolynscountrycousins.com
City of Concordia
(660) 542-0962
River Reader Bookstore -- Lexington, MO. One of 30 independent bookstores in the
State! Thousands of new books, all genres. Specializing in kid’s books, toys and games.
Espresso bar and fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. Author talks and signings, special
events and in-store cooking classes with Lorin Fahrmeier. Visit our website for schedules.
Shirley’s Shoes & Boots-- Carrollton, MO. Shirley’s is the ultimate destination for
shoes, boots, apparel. Full selection of western wear and accessories.
Find more info and turn-by-turn itineraries at
www.oldtrails.net
www.concordiamo.com
oldtrailsregion@gmail.com
or call 660.259.2230
Support funding
courtesy of Lafayette
Regional Health Center
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This is a partial list of events...
visit www.oldtrails.net to find more Spring Things to do!
Apple Blossom Antiques, 613 Main, Waverly, Missouri (660) 864-3662
Antiques, vintage, treasures and home decor. A treasure trove of unique items to browse,
located in turn of the century restored church! Hours: Thursday, Friday & Saturday 11am to
4pm or by appointment.
Apple Valley Paso Finos www.applevalleypasofinos.com
A full-service horse farm with year-round indoor arena, Apple Valley offers lessons,
training, boarding, and the facility can be rented.
Baltimore Bend Winery, Waverly, www.baltimorebend.com
Spring Release – April 23, 2016. Come out and see what new vintage wines we have in store
for you! We plan to release the following on April 23: 2015 Jubilee – a sweet apple wine,
2015 Blackberry Stroll – this is our seasonal sweet blackberry wine. Get it while it’s in stock!
2012 Norton – American oak barrel aged dry red wine from vintage year 2012.
2012 Norton Reserve – French oak barrel aged dry red. In addition to these wine releases,
we’ll have food samples, tours and tastings.
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site
https://mostateparks.com/park/battle-lexington-state-historic-site
Kids Day Out, May 21, 2016. Staff from the Missouri River Bird Organization will offer
bird hikes and other avian related activities. Site staff will help visitors make their own
birdhouse. Butterfly enthusiasts will learn about butterflies, see a display and decorate a cut
out butterfly. Supplies provided. Preregistration is required for the birdhouse making. Call
660-259-4654 to register. • Victorian Tea ,June 10, 1pm-4pm.
Historic Blackwater, www.blackwatermissouri.weebly.com
May Festival ~ May 14th, 9am - 5pm - Over 60 booths from home made goods like wreaths,
hair accessories, household signs, trinkets, dishrags, quilts, hand woven baskets, toys, rugs,
jewelry and more. Wide variety of food vendors from hot dogs and hamburgers to funnel
cakes, kettle corn, pork rinds, frozen desserts and more. Ozark Light, The Photographs of
Charles Elliott Gill, June 3 - June 12 - Traveling exhibit from the Missouri State Archives
features more than 100 photographs from the Archives’ extensive collection of Charles Elliott
Gill, whom spent the early decades of the 20th century documenting the world around him
with his 1906 Seroco extended view camera. Call (660) 846-4411.
Boonville Visitor’s Center, www.goboonville.com
May 28th - 29th, Kemper Park - Pedalers Jamboree is a rolling music fest by bicycle from
Columbia to Boonville. For more information go to pedalersjamboree.com. June 22-26, 2016
- Heritage Days, various times & locations. Much goes on during this celebration—parade,
carnival, arts and craft booths, food vendors, free entertainment, static displays, Mutt Strut,
Little Mr. and Miss, beer garden, wine garden, quilt show, car show—and much, much more.
Bruce Burstert Studio, 906 Main, Lexington, MO, 816-665-7989
Explore this unique shop - The Museum of the West! Open art & antiques studio. Historic
preservation & consultation. Fine arts & antiques auctions. Fine arts classes in painting &
history. Children’s & adult art classes now forming.
Carolyn’s Country Cousins Pumpkin Patch,
www.carolynscountrycousins.com
Closed for the season; call now to book off-season school tours.
City of Concordia, www.concordiamo.com
Run For The Wall, 05/23/2016 - 11:00am, Southside Park 13th Street & Main Street Annual
Run for the Wall mission will be stopping for fuel and lunch around 11:00-11:30 A.M. on
Monday, May 23, 2016. Come line the streets and welcome the motorcycle riders as they
head to Washington D.C.
Clay County Historic Sites, www.jessejamesmuseum.org
2016 Black Powder Shoots, June 11 - Test your skills, win a prize! Cap & Ball Revolver or
Cartridge Revolver, Replicas OK. Fixed sights & dueling stance only. Jesse James Medallion
prizes awarded. Registration begins at 8:00am, shoot at 9:00am. Historically accurate
costume is encouraged, but not required. Following the June shoot, the Friends of the James
Farm will host their annual all-member meeting. RSVP required for the annual meeting. Call
(816) 736-8500 to RSVP and for more information. $25 entry fee.
The Elms Hotel, www.elmshotelandspa.com
In the heart of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, The Elms Hotel & Spa is known for luxurious
accommodations is close to attractions, as well as area vineyards, wineries, golf courses and
historic sites. A perfect getaway stay in the Old Trails.
Fahrmeier’s U-Pick & Produce Market, www.ourfamilyfarmer.com
U-Pick strawberries and blackberries. In-season produce market. BBQ cooking class with beer
& wine tasting, June 18. Co-sponsored by River Reader Bookstore. Call 816-289-2496 for
info and/or reservations.
Historic Lexington, Missouri, www.visitlexingtonmo.com
Wine & Dine - April 23rd • Ladies Night Out - April 29th • Warrior Dash - April 30th •
Savannah Jack - LIVE! in Lexington Concert Series, May 12th, 7:30pm, Wentworth Auditorium
• Kid’s Day Out, May 21, 9am-3pm, Battle of Lexington Historic Site • Relay For Life - June
10th • Victorian Tea, June 10, 1pm-4pm, Battle of Lexington Historic Site • Fireworks Display
- Lion’s Club Lake • Bushwhackers on Main St - June 17th & 18th • Roaring 20’s Event, July
9, The LEX • Missouri 340 River Race, July 19, Riverfront Park
Jim the Wonder Dog Garden, Museum & Welcome Center, Marshall MO, www.
jimthewonderdog.org
Wonder Dog Day Held on May 16, on the street in front of the Jim the Wonder Dog Garden
on the northwest corner of the square in Marshall. Other activities include: • dog balloons
for the children • duck pond for children • dog adoptions. Visit the new Jim the Wonder Dog
Museum and Garden.
Linwood Lawn, www.linwoodlawn.com
This beautiful 10,000 square foot antebellum mansion has just undergone an extensive two
year restoration and is now ready for weddings, events, historic tours and overnight stays.
Call 660-259-3800 for information.
Marshall Tourism, www.marshallmochamber.com
Murder Mystery Dinner, April 30, 2016, 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM - Interactive Dinner Theater
Fundraiser, featuring; Masquerade Theme, Spirits, Raffles, Pictures and Awards. Cocktail hour
to start the evening. 18 years of age & older. Feel free to dress up & wear a mask if you’d
like! Tickets on sale now at the Chamber of Commerce. Dinner tickets also available online.
Raffle tickets cash or check only. Spring Fling Downtown, May 14, 2016 - Marshall Chamber
of Commerce 14th annual Spring Fling Saturday, May 14, 2016, downtown on the Marshall
Square 9:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. Variety of vendors displaying their wares for your pleasure.
Peter’s Market, www.petersmarket.com
Closed for the season; reopens in the Spring. Recognized for their 15 years of continuous
donations, the annual Circle of Hope award from Harvesters, “The Community Food Bank” as
recipients of the 2015 Product Donation Award!
River Reader Bookstore, Lexington, Missouri, www.river-reader.com
In-store book and cooking talk with author Irma Harding (of International Harvester fame),
June 4, 10am. Author Larry Wood booksigning, “Bushwhacker Belles”, June 18, 1pm.
Shirley’s Shoes & Boots, 14 W Benton St Carrollton, Missouri (660) 542-0961
Shirley’s is: Clothes, Boots, Jewelry, Shoes and Accessories that fit YOU. :) AND sales clerks
that smile!
Turn-by-turn themed itineraries and more information,
at www.oldtrails.net • oldtrailsregion@gmail.com
For more information call Marsha Corbin, 660.259.2230