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The Kansas City Club – Annual Speakeasy Party

The Kansas City Club’s Annual Speakeasy Party was held on August 18th. To celebrate all things 1920, the dress, music, automobiles, games, entertainment, and food and drink transported guests to a bygone era. This year marks the Club’s 130th anniversary, and members and their guests will celebrate on November 17th with cocktails, dinner and dancing.

Also featured in the November 10th issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Charles Welborn

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Jonathan Sternberg displayed his speak easy attire. Nadia and Matthew Cruth
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Kathy Blanchard, Irvin Gray, Sarah Shipley, and Allison Vogel

 

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