The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is deeply grateful to Deb Grimes and Ken Selzer for their dedication and support for more than 12 years. Deb and Ken have supported the Kansas City Shoot for the Cure since its inception as sponsors and committee members and served as event co-chairmen for five years. The twosome are longtime […]

The Woodworth Family were the honorary chairmen, and Julie and Rob Heise served as chairmen of the United For Kids Gala, “A New Dimension of Hope.” The November 6th event was held at the Overland Park Convention Center and benefited KidsTLC. Brian Mattis, Max Miller, Claire Tunakan, Jon and Sharon Tunakan, Mary Tunakan, Elise Tunakan, […]

Rachel Merlo is a member of the Centurions, class of 2016 and is co-chairman of the Entrepreneurship Task Force and serves on the community leadership committee. She especially enjoys volunteering at the Downtown Outreach kitchen. Rachel will be the co-chairman of the ArtsKC Annual Awards Luncheon. She is the community impact manager for Google Kansas […]

November 13th was The March of Dimes’ Nurse of the Year Awards at the Overland Park Sheraton. Tammy Peterman, The University of Kansas Hospital; served as chairman. Awards were presented to 22 exceptional nurses from a variety of practice settings. Chairman Tammy Peterman, Thomas Button, Truman Medical Center, Quality Management Nurse of the Year; and […]

April 29th is the date for the ninth annual Books & Boutiques at the Overland Park Convention Center. Toni and Dr. Tony Zink and Kathy Richman-Wallace and Travis Wallace are the co-chairmen, and Lesley Stahl, CBS News’ 60 Minutes; is the keynote speaker. Proceeds support the care and comfort for patients and families at Saint […]

The annual Mistletoe Party, hosted by the Kansas City Young Matrons, took place on December 5th at Hallbrook Country Club. Guests enjoyed cocktails, a sumptuous dinner buffet and dancing. Shea Dixon and Jane Webster served as co-chairmen. Social Chairman Jo Anne and Bill Dondlinger John and Mary Campbell with Susan and Mike Gangel Bill and […]

The 21st annual Sugar Plum Fairy Children’s Ball took place on December 5th at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. After the festive luncheon, guests enjoyed the Kansas City Ballet’s magnificent Nutcracker. Kris Marriott Calovich was the chairman. Michelle Davidson and Stella Bratcher Emcee Christa Dubill addressed the guests. Additional photos also featured […]

November 5th was the date for The International Relations Council’s 32nd Annual Awards Banquet. Henry Bloch and Noel Lateef were honored at the event that celebrated the 60th anniversary of the organization. Anna Lambertson, International Relations Council; Noel Lateef, honoree; and Joy Stevenson Audience members enjoyed the banquet. Also featured in the January 9, 2016 […]

December 2nd was the date for the Lyric Opera Circle’s Holiday Luncheon at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. Janet Bjerke and Jane Webster served as co-chairmen. Sara Bower Youngblood and Barbara Spilker Fran Gerritz, Sherilyn Seitz, Juliette Singer, and Michelle Fasel  Amy Embry, Rachael Sabates and Susan Bubb Additional photos featured in the […]

November 21st was the date for the Harvest Ball Society’s 2015 Harvest Ball at Bartle Hall. Ten VICTORY Honorees were celebrated for their community service, leadership and scholarship. Artist Paul Eade created a painting for the live auction that was a tribute to the Kansas City Royals. President Christine Evans Additional photos also featured in […]

Ashley and Ramin Cherafat were the chairmen of Johnson County Community College Foundation’s Some Enchanted Evening. The November 14th event was held at the Overland Park Marriott. The Johnson Countian of the Year award was presented to Dr. Mary Davidson Cohen. Trustee Greg Musil with Wanda and Steve Wilkinson Alicia and Lynn Mitchelson, Christi and […]

Page Branton Reed (Mrs. Bruce Alan Reed) will serve as the chairman of the 2016 Jewel Ball, to be held on June 18th at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Page is the daughter of Mrs. William Coleman Branton and the late Mr. Branton. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Leon […]

Linda Hanson and Steve Edwards served as co-chairmen of The Women’s Foundation’s Annual Luncheon on December 4th at the Sheraton Crown Center Exhibit Hall. Guests enjoyed lunch and a lively presentation by Featured Speaker Arianna Huffington, Huffington Post Media Group. Anab Abdulahi, advisory committee member; Brenda Lowe, Mamie Hughes, advisory committee member; and Michelle Watley […]

Dr. and Mrs. Lawrence Albani of Parkville, Missouri, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth Kay Albani, to Patrick Cole McGregor, the son of Dr. and Mrs. Patrick McGregor of Liberty, Missouri. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Saint Pius X High School in Our Town. Liz earned a bachelor of science […]

A smiling bundle of joy named Channing Swift Tyson was born on August 12th to Blair and Truss Tyson of Prairie Village. The blue-eyed, brown-haired beauty weighed seven pounds, 14 ounces and was 21 and one quarter inches long. Channing’s proud grandparents are Deborah and Kenneth Lawrence of Mission Hills, Karen Hudnall of Overland Park […]

  February 20th is the date for Children’s Mercy’s 12th annual Red Hot Night at the Kansas City Convention Center. Christy and Bill Gautreaux and Gisele and Brad Sprong are serving as the honorary co-chairmen, and Bryan Andres and Steve Peppes are serving as co-chairmen. Honorary Co-chairmen Brad and Gisele Sprong and Christy and Bill […]

Alexandra Leigh Pratt and Christopher Michael Sorenson were married on August 22nd at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Allen Pratt of Our Town and Boston, Massachusetts. Alexandra is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Xavier Geier of Independence, Missouri, and the late Mr. […]

Suzanne “Suzy” Mitchell Bowlin celebrated her first birthday on January 7, 2016. The darling baby girl is the daughter of Katherine “Kit” Bradley Bowlin and David Leslie Bowlin, Jr., of Atlanta, Georgia. Suzy’s proud grandparents are Suzanne and David Rall Bradley, Jr., of Saint Joseph, Missouri, and Ruthie and David “Casey” Bowlin of Memphis, Tennessee. […]

November 18th was the date when The Association of Fundraising Professionals Mid-America Chapter celebrated National Philanthropy Day at the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial. Guests enjoyed award presentations, a new video about philanthropy in Kansas City as part of the #GivingHeartsKC Campaign and surprise guests Toby Cook and Director of the Royals […]

Brenda Upchurch was the chairman of the American Diabetes Association’s 75th Anniversary Gala on November 14th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. INDYCAR driver Charlie Kimball was the keynote speaker. Guests enjoyed dinner, silent and live auctions and entertainment by Four Fried Chickens and a Coke. Rhonda and Tom Gerke Lisa […]

The Official film of Major League Baseball, The 2015 World Series, was ushered into Kansas City at the blue-carpet premiere on November 23rd. Fans and Kansas City Royal-ty packed the auditorium to hear from Dayton Moore, Ryan Lefebvre and Our Town’s favorite coach – Ned Yost. Carrying the golden trophy, Ned entered the Music Hall […]