Puppetry Arts Institute presents “SHORT AND TALL TALES,” performed by Anitra Steele, featuring five favorite stories from her 35 years of puppetry, on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at 11025 E. Winner Road in Independence. Admission is $5 per person (ages 2 and under admitted free). For reservations or information call 816-833-9777 or email pai@att.net.