Whitney Ann Hatfield and Derek Allen Hoefer will meet at the altar of St. John’s United Methodist Church on June 7th to exchange vows. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Sarah Smull Hatfield and Victoria McVicker of Aurora, Colorado, and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Grant Hatfield of Our Town. Whitney is the granddaughter of Jane […]
Read MoreDon’t miss the most delightfully festive party in town, the Ballet Guild’s 46th annual Nutcracker Ball on December 6th in the Grand Ballroom of Bartle Hall. The evening begins with an enchanting cocktail hour accompanied by endless Christmas goodies, a delicious three-course meal and a behind-the-scenes performance by the Kansas City Ballet dancers. Susan Bubb and […]
Read MoreMonica Leigh Porter and Captain David Thomas Collins were married on August 31st at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. The bride is the daughter of Drs. Charles and Susan Porter of Our Town. Monica is the granddaughter of Dr. Donald R. Smith and the late Mrs. Smith and the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas […]
Read MoreNovember 5th was the date for a reception at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown hosted by WIN for KC for the Big 12 Soccer Honorary Coach Program. The women’s soccer teams from The University of Kansas, Iowa State University, University of Texas, Texas Tech University, Texas Christian University, West Virginia University, Oklahoma State University, and […]
Read MoreOn October 11th, BOTARS and their escorts kicked up their heels at the Royal Roundup at the Saddle and Sirloin Club. Katherine Sweeney, Anna Price, Molly Crawford, Sarah Luby, Morgan Gonder, Caroline Hodge, Annie Burcham, Katherine Bruce, Amanda Haviland, and Allie Hartman-Frost were the hosts. Guests enjoyed delicious barbecue, entertainment by Tracy Allison and the […]
Read MoreApril 4th is the date for the Angels of the Children’s Place Gala. Nancy and Steve Hooley are serving as honorary chairmen of the event which will be held at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Guests will enjoy cocktails, dinner, a live auction, and dancing. Also featured in the December 7th issue of The Independent […]
Read MoreJean Louise Neenan and David Branson Launder, Jr., were married on August 17th at St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church. The bride is the daughter of Mr. Joseph Michael Neenan of Our Town and the late Mrs. Neenan. Her groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. David Branson Launder, Sr., of Prairie Village. On the evening […]
Read MoreThe Gala Dinner Auction, a benefit for Musical Theater Heritage, was held recently at The River Club. Proceeds from the event support MTH productions at Crown Center, as well as support for its nationally syndicated radio program, A Night on the Town, which celebrates the 100-year history of the American musical. Ed Milbank was the […]
Read MoreOctober 25th was the date for the March of Dimes’ Future of Nursing Awards Gala. Felisha McDougald was the honorary chairman, and Dr. Karen Cox, Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics; served as the chairman of the event which was held at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. Awards were presented to 17 nurses from a […]
Read MoreRed Carpet Elegance On October 26th, guests stepped out onto the red carpet for an elegant eventing at Saint Luke’s East Hospital’s Boo Ball. The event raised funds for cancer infusion services and the Renewal of Hope Fund, an assistance fund for cancer patients. Debra and Chip Moxley and Lauren and Brian Johnson served as […]
Read MoreCongratulations to the tennis superstars from The Barstow School for recently taking home the Missouri Class One State Championship. In addition, Alena Frye and Maddy Tadros won the Missouri State Doubles Championship, putting Barstow Girls’ Tennis fourth in the record books for most individual titles by school. Also featured in the November 30th issue of […]
Read MoreThe 40th Annual Snow Ball will be held on January 18th at the Sheraton Kansas City at Crown Center. Three addressing parties were hosted recently by Connie Euston, Jeni Haake, Shannon Lillis, and Jeannine Wilkerson. Also featured in the November 30th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Fixation Media Patty Becka and Debbie Huber The […]
Read MoreOn October 19th, more than 400 guests gathered to celebrate Spofford’s mission of transforming lives at the Spofford Butterfly Gala & Auction. The annual event raises funds to support Spofford’s mission to provide residential and community-based services for children with emotional and behavioral disturbances attributed to abuse, neglect and childhood mental illness. Janine and Doug […]
Read MoreMr. and Mrs. Kenneth John Matous of Wichita, Kansas, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kendall Marie Matous, to Charles William Schellhorn, Jr., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles William Schellhorn of Our Town. Kendall is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles John Matous of Wichita and the late Mr. […]
Read MoreOn October 5th, the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary enjoyed Jeanne Richardson’s program, Antiques and Treasures, at the Army’s Divisional Headquarters. Many members brought special treasures to learn more about their history. Also featured in the November 30th issue of The Independent Jeanne Richardson, featured speaker; Donna Clark, Kay Roscoe, Major Sharon Smith, Joanne Kurre, and […]
Read MoreA Toast for the Children, an annual benefit for Crittenton Children’s Center, was held held on October 10th at Starlight Theatre. Dr. Gary D. Baker was honored for his extraordinary service and dedication to Crittenton. Proceeds from the event support mental health services and programs for area youth. Also featured in the November 30th issue […]
Read MoreOctober 8th was the date for The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’s Committee of 100’s Celebratory Luncheon at the Museum. Mary Atterbury and Liz Uhlmann were the honorary co-chairmen, and Caroline McCallister and Stephanie Seigfreid were the chairmen of the event which featured guest speaker Charlotte Moss. Also featured in the November 3oth issue of The […]
Read MoreOctober 11th was the date for The Kansas City Ballet’s Opening Night Party to kick off the 56th season. The event was held at the Belger Arts Center, and guests enjoyed delicious fare before being transported to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts for The Kansas City Ballet’s fall performance. Also featured in the […]
Read MoreOn November 4th, Truman Medical Centers held its first-ever Eat Your Art Out event at Webster House. Terri and Doug Curran served as the honorary chairmen. More than 300 guests enjoyed sumptuous fare, cocktails, live entertainment, and a biennial juried art exhibit of works created by local artists living with mental illness. Also featured in […]
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