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Top 7 Holiday Activities in Clay

Though tried and true holiday traditions are great, it’s always fun to find new and exciting experiences when you’re feeling festive.

Here’s a quick look at some of the top seven holiday activities in Clay that you may want to make your newest seasonal tradition!

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November Festivities

With this year’s early snow, it’s not all that hard to believe that holiday fun is just around the corner! Here’s a quick list of some of the holiday events you can look forward to this month!

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Explore Indoors: Clay’s Must-Visit Museums

It may still technically be fall, but it’s definitely starting to feel like winter out there! With a chill working its way into the air, now’s a great time to explore Clay’s many (mostly indoors) museums and historic sites!

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Family-friendly & Spooky Halloween Events!

Halloween is just around the corner, this weekend is full of fun & spooky events for the whole family! Read more to see what's coming up!

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Local Treats for this Halloween!

Halloween is just around the corner, which means now is the perfect time to think about one of the things that makes this season great—candy! Luckily Clay has some delicious options for locally made chocolates, candies, and desserts that you’ll want to fall for this spooky season.

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The Top 5 Fall Foliage Hikes in Clay

Fall has arrived and with it the trees in Clay have started to change colors. From reds and browns, yellows and pale greens, and even a splash of purple here and there—a seasonal must in Clay is taking the time to step into nature and enjoy the forests of autumn.

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Exploring the Stories, Haunted History of Clay

Conjuring up my best Cowardly Lion, I closed my eyes and whispered over and over, “I do believe in ghosts, I do believe in ghosts."


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Summer With Clay

Exciting summer events and activities are right around the corner in Clay! Here are just a few of the of the summer events you can look forward to in the upcoming months!


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National Bike Month

Did you know May is National Bike Month?

With it finally starting to feel like spring outside, there’s no better time to get out and enjoy the trails around Clay County!



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Focusing on History

Scanning the slightly musty third-floor workshop, I sense a lingering energy from a business that had thrived in an earlier century. I imagine hushed conversation among diligent factory workers crouched over whirring machines.


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History and Noteriety

A couple steps back in time with a Clay County, MO getaway and enjoys a visit to the many destinations related to Jesse James history in the area.


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Enough Energy for an Entire Family

"Race you to the top!" Ryan, my middle son, shouted as he and his two brothers began scrambling up the 40-foot-high rock climbing wall. As a mom of three boys ages 10, 12 and 13 my days are filled with sports, roughhousing, and the inevitable bumps and bruises that come along with boys.


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Born to be Wild

I was grateful for the rain. I knew we needed it. But after a recent week of gray skies, my family was getting a pretty severe case of cabin fever. So, when our local friendly forecaster promised sunshine for the weekend, my husband, Eric, and I jumped into action.


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North Kansas City: A True Original

I guess you could say that I hate predictability. The road less traveled is always the road I take, which makes for a life of unexpected experiences.


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Liberty Finds

As the owner of a small home decor shop, I'm always on the hunt for inventory and inspiration. My 15-year-old daughter, Oakley, often joins me on my weekend trips, which makes for excellent bonding time.


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Celebrating the Years

A couple toasts their anniversary with a romantic getaway to Excelsior Springs, MO.


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