Suzanne Shank and Marty Smoler were the honorary chairmen, and Yvette and Joseph Miceli served as the chairmen of the UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo. The November 2nd event was held at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. More than 430 guests enjoyed cocktails, a delicious dinner, a performance in Helzberg Hall, […]

The second annual Parkinson’s Prohibition was held on October 25th at the KCP&L Building. Kelly Kehrees and Blake Nelson were the co-chairmen. Trisha Brauer served as the auctioneer, and Neal Jones was the emcee. Partygoers enjoyed craft cocktails, a delightful buffet, the music of The Gatsby Gang, a raffle, and a live auction. Proceeds support […]

The sixth annual Signature Chefs Auction took place on October 18th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Ted Habiger, Room 39 and Brewery Emperial; led a group of 11 of Our Town’s most celebrated chefs. Proceeds benefited March of Dimes to help support research, lead programs and provide education and advocacy […]

MOCSA’s 15th annual Johnson County Fall Forum took place on October 12th at the Overland Park Sheraton. The luncheon ensured that MOCSA’s advocacy, counseling and prevention education services reach thousands in Johnson County. Elise and Robert Chapline served as the honorary chairmen, and Kristin Wing and Kathy Woodward were the co-chairmen. John Holt served as […]

The Emerald City Ball was held on October 6th at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. The event, hosted by the Kansas City Ballet Guild, was a celebration of Kansas City Ballet’s world premiere of Septime Webre’s The Wizard of Oz. Carol and W. Anthony Feiock were the honorary chairmen, and Gigi Rose served […]

The St. Martin of Tours Mass and Reception, hosted by Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas, took place on November 2nd. The evening began with mass at Curé of Ars Catholic Church. Afterwards, more than 100 guests attended a reception at the lovely home of Lori and Matt Keenan. The event recognized supporters of the […]

October 20th was the date for An Evening at the Court of Napoleon at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. The gala marked the opening of the exhibition, Napoleon: Power and Splendor.  (Seated) Kimberly Masteller and Dr. Roopa Bansal (standing) Maggie Mackey (as a courtier), Taryn Backlund (as Josephine), Alec Hill (as Napoleon), and Scott Fagan […]

The Kemper Gala 2018, “Body Electric: Color The Night. Ignite Your Soul.,” was held on October 13th at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. Christy and Bill Gautreaux were the honorary chairmen, and Lauren Merriman and Lisa Garney served as the co-chairmen. Karen and Jack Holland served as the Kemper Ambassadors chairmen. Guests dazzled in […]

Mary Schulte was the host for The Gathering on October 2nd. The sixth annual event supported the New Roots for Refugees program, a ministry of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas. More than 150 guests enjoyed delicious fare from Chef Jonathan Justus, Black Dirt; and shopping at a farmer’s market in Mary’s courtyard. The event raised […]

Peter Sunderman and Curt Thomas served as honorary chairmen for Off the Wall, a benefit for Sheffield Place. More than 500 guests gathered for the October 13th event, which was held in the Exhibition Hall at Municipal Auditorium. Brittany Porter was the featured speaker, and John Holt served as the emcee. Partygoers enjoyed cocktails, dinner […]

Dr. Mike Fulton, the new superintendent of the Shawnee Mission School District, delivered the “State of the District” address at the Shawnee Mission Education Foundation’s annual Fall Breakfast, which was held on October 11th at the Overland Park Convention Center. More than 1,000 guests attended the event, which featured performances and recognition of student achievements, […]

The Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties hosted a Dads’ Ice Breaker on October 14th. Fathers of participants from 22 different high schools met and mingled prior to the Community Ball and Cotillion, to be held on December 1st. Larry Beashore, Andrew Novak and Brian Nentwig   William Henkel, Tim Thomas and Jason Klepikow […]

Kansas City Young Audiences (KCYA) hosted its biennial luncheon, Spark the Arts in Young Hearts, on October 9th at the Uptown Theater. Linda and Steve Taylor were the honorary chairmen. Rebecca Dempsey was honored with the Lighton Prize for Teaching Artist Excellence, Lester Morris received the Distinguished Educator Award and Debby Ballard was presented with […]

ArtsKC’s ninth annual Inspiration Breakfast was held on October 17th at The Gallery Event Space. Guests gathered to hear ArtsKC grant recipients share stories about the transformative power of the arts. Dylan Mortimer, featured artist; spoke about the healing power of his work. Harmony Project KC youths gave a special musical performance. Kim Jones and […]

October 21st was the date for the American Royal Junior Premium Livestock Auction at the American Royal Complex. The event marked the end of the first week of the 119th American Royal Livestock Show, where 65 of the best animals from the show were auctioned. A highlight of the evening was the sale of the […]

More than 1,300 guests gathered for The Women’s Foundation’s annual We Work for Change event at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Mary and Tom Bloch were the honorary chairmen, and Madeleine McDonough served as the chairman. The sold-out event featured Keynote Speaker Ann Curry. Abby Wendel, Brian Stewart and Elizabeth Glynn were the […]

The Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown was the setting for the 69th BOTAR Ball on October 20th. Trapp and Company created an opulent atmosphere, with a French-inspired blue and gold design, that resembled an intimate art deco club lounge setting. The BOTARs wore beautiful red gowns designed by Mary Neddo. Flowers were […]

The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts’ Spotlight Premier Members recently enjoyed the Fall Menu Release Party in The Dining Experience. The event featured Kauffman Center Executive Chef Laura Comer’s modern American cuisine. In October, Laura was named “Chef of the Year” by the Greater Kansas City Restaurant Association. Guests enjoyed cocktails and a sampling […]

October 1st was the date for Kansas City Young Matrons’ Civics and Honoring Day. The organization, now in its 102nd year, honored the President, Past Presidents, Life Members, Silver Members, and Honorary Members from 1949 to the present. The “Merry Matrons” shared details about KCYM’s upcoming Magic Ball, a benefit for Avenue of Life. Bonne […]

The 45th Annual Snow Ball will be held on January 19th at the Overland Park Convention Center. Recently, Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas held a Kick-off Meeting for Snow Ball Patron and Table Committees at Indian Hills Country Club. The evening concluded with a surprise donation delegated to kick start this year’s fundraising campaign. Proceeds […]

September 29th was the date for Johnson County Library Foundation’s third annual The Library Lets Loose. Rachel Berbiglia and Rich Cook served as the co-chairmen. Guests enjoyed scrumptious food and drink pairings, local music, artists, performers, and creators. The JCL Foundation supports the collection and Library programs, including early childhood literacy, summer reading, homework help, […]