November 12th was the date for the American Royal’s Chairman’s Classic at Kemper Arena. Christine and Ford Maurer were the honorary chairmen, and Angie Stanland served as the chairman. Proceeds support the American Royal’s mission to impact the future of agriculture. Additional photos featured in the January 7, 2017 issue  Photo Credit: Matthew Hicks Photography […]

The Most Wanted Auction, a benefit for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City, was held on December 3rd at The Arvest Bank Theatre at The Midland. More than 1,000 guests enjoyed bidding on once-in-a-lifetime auction packages designed by the 37 honorees. The Most Wanted Auction raised a record breaking amount in 2016 – Congratulations […]

November 20th was the date for Jewish Community Relations Bureau|American Jewish Committee’s Human Relations Dinner at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Julia Irene Kauffman was honored with the Henry W. Bloch Human Relations Award. Janice and Tom Kreamer, Annabel and James B. Nutter, Sr., Sharon and Louis Smith, and Anne and Robert St. […]

Reverend Adam Hamilton was honored with The Johnson Countian of the Year award at Johnson County Community College Foundation’s Some Enchanted Evening gala. Chanie and Tom Mitchell were the chairmen, and Clint Robinson served as the corporate sponsor chairman of the 30th annual event on November 12th at the Overland Park Marriott. Reverend Adam Hamilton, […]

Alana Muller and Bruce Kershenbaum were the co-chairmen of Village Shalom’s Ages of Excellence Celebration at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. The November 16th event featured a presentation by three-time Pulitzer Prize winner and international bestselling author, Thomas Friedman. Kathy and Scott Hawley Thomas Friedman, guest speaker; smiled during a question and answer […]

Stand Up for Synergy was held on November 5th at Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa. Guests enjoyed cocktails, lounge singer Rudy Amato, artist Nick Clark, a delicious dinner, and a live auction, featuring the Nigro Brothers. Comedian Paul Reiser brought the house down with his wonderful performance. Michelle and Ryan Brown served as the chairmen. […]

The North Club at Arrowhead Stadium was the perfect setting for KidsTLC’s 20th annual United for Kids Gala, “Journey of Hope,” on November 5th. The 20th annual event featured a Kendra Scott Jewelry Pull, a drawing for a new Honda Civic and a lively After Party in the Founders’ Club. Laura and Brian Dolezal were […]

January 21st is the date for the 43rd annual Snow Ball, a benefit for Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas, at the Overland Park Convention Center. Recently, Annie Brooks, Karen Davis, Jan Knopke, Angela Kopp, Angela Evangelidis, Jeannine Wilkerson, and Lynn Reardon graciously hosted addressing parties, and the invitations have been stuffed, sealed and delivered. Liz […]

More than 1,100 guests enjoyed UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo at The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. The November 4th event featured the incredible talent of 250 student and faculty members who performed on the Helzberg Hall stage. Susan Gordon and Scott Francis were the honorary chairmen, and Linda and Mike Lyon […]

The March of Dimes’ Nurse of the Year Awards was held on October 29th at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Awards were presented to exceptional nurses from 22 different disciplines. Sarah Oakley, North Kansas City Hospital; was the chairman, and Alexis Del Cid served as the emcee. Ryan Fischer, Tutera Group; Long Term […]

More than 650 guests gathered for St. Teresa’s Academy’s 150th Anniversary Gala at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Katie and Ryan Duffy and Denise and Dave Schloegel were the co-chairmen of the November 19th event. Guests enjoyed listening to remarks from several alumnae whose lives have been significantly impacted by their experience […]

November 16th was the date for the Sixth Annual Mentors Challenge, a benefit for High Aspirations. Guests enjoyed dinner, remarks by Henry Wash and a presentation of the Robert B. Rogers Legacy Award to Henry W. Bloch. Anita and Gary Maltbia and US Engineering were honored for their dedication to mentorship in Our Town. Keynote […]

Heartland Men’s Chorus’ Dinner of Note, “Babalu! Hot in Havana!” was held on October 22nd at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Jill and Don Hall, Jr. were the honorary chairmen, and Kimberlee Ried and Brian Larios were the co-chairmen. Proceeds support the Chorus to be able to perform music that promotes social […]

Mary Atterbury and Elizabeth Bloch Uhlmann served as the co-chairmen of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’s Society of Fellows 50th Anniversary Celebration. The October 15th event was held in Bloch Lobby and Kirkwood Hall. More than 200 guests enjoyed the festivities that featured cocktails and a sumptuous dinner. The Sculpture Hall featured towers that were […]

November 4th was the date for Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas’ St. Martin of Tours Mass and Reception, an event that recognized supporters of Catholic Charities’ annual Snow Ball. Guests enjoyed an inspirational Mass at St. Ann Catholic Church, followed by a reception at the beautiful home of Jackie and Henry Massman. The Snow […]

It was a record-setting year for the American Royal Junior Premium Livestock Auction. One hundred and sixty four supporters of the American Royal gathered in Wagstaff Theatre on October 23rd to congratulate the Grand and Reserve Champions of the Livestock Market Shows. Proceeds support the American Royal’s mission to impact the future of agriculture through […]

Betsy Gamble and Keith King were the co-chairmen of Brunch & Bubbly held recently to benefit Great Plains SPCA. More than 450 guests enjoyed breakfast and mimosas. The inaugural event gathered animal lovers, shelter dog alumni and adorable, adoptable dogs. Dennis and Debbie Waits Additional photos featured in the December 10, 2016 issue Photo Credit: […]

The beautiful home of Katherine and Jim Schorgl was the setting for the UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo Patron Party on October 26th. Guests gathered on the patio on the warm fall evening and were entertained by the Conservatory’s jazz trio. Kiersten Schorgl and Bryce Cummings Bill and Ronda White, UMKC Conservatory Dean […]

Christi and Tom Miller were the chairmen of March of Dimes’ Signature Chefs Auction. More than 400 guests attended the October 17th event at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Partygoers sampled one-of-a-kind dishes from talented chefs from Our Town and around the country and enjoyed bidding on live auction packages created by […]

Elaine and Ben Mann were the chairmen of Kansas City Actors Theatre’s annual Brouhaha event on November 12th at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. This year launched the Gary Holcombe Legacy Fund, intended to fund young and emerging artists, both onstage and behind-the-scenes, as well as to develop new audiences for live theatrical storytelling […]

The third annual A Call for Backup, a benefit for the Police Foundation of Kansas City, will be held on February 24th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Christy and Bill Gautreaux will serve as the honorary chairmen, and Dayton Moore will be the keynote speaker. The Police Foundation’s mission is […]