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The University of Kansas Hospital – Treads & Threads

The University of Kansas Hospital’s Treads & Threads was held on September 9th at the Kansas Speedway. Leslie and George Brett were the honorary chairmen, and Barclay and Frank Ross served as the chairmen of the event that featured signature cocktails, delicious fare from local restaurants and a special performance by Train. Guests were greeted […]

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Head For The Cure 5K – Metro KC

August 28th was the date for the 14th annual Head For The Cure 5K – Metro KC at Corporate Woods. More than 5,000 participants enjoyed a kids’ zone, a pancake breakfast and multiple live bands. Proceeds support brain cancer research. Rhonda DeFreece, Keeping The Faith honoree; and Molly Moody, Head For The Cure Foundation Also […]

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BOTAR – Parent Welcome Party

The beautiful home of Debbie and Tom Ward was the perfect setting for The Belles of the American Royal’s Parent Welcome Party on August 25th. Debbie Ward and Katie Fitzgerald served as the co-chairmen. The BOTAR Ball will be held on October 22nd at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Caption goes […]

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BBBSKC – 2nd annual RISE

Jeff King was the honorary chairman, and Rob Adams served as the chairman of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City’s second annual RISE on August 27th in the Crossroads. The rooftop crawl featured five rooftops that displayed different holiday themes, including Barkley, SMG, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Lead Bank, and Bishop McCann. Scott […]

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Kansas City Ballet – KC Dance Day

August 27th was the date for Kansas City Ballet’s sixth annual KC Dance Day at the Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity. More than 1,500 dance enthusiasts enjoyed free dance and fitness classes for children and adults, as well as performances by local dance groups and world dance groups representing different dance cultures. The […]

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The Belles of the American Royal – Mothers’ Dessert

The mothers of the 2016 BOTARs met at the beautiful home of Melanie and Dr. David Clymer on August 18th. Guests enjoyed delicious desserts and learned all about the upcoming BOTAR season. Hillary Winzenried and Lindsay Perrey served as the event co-chairmen. Rachel Lewis and Hillary Winzenried Notebooks for the mothers of the BOTARs filled […]

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Summer Celebrations 2016

The Independent joins with our loyal subscribers and Our Town’s non-profit organizations and country clubs to celebrate the 2016 summer, Kansas City-style!     

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The KidsTLC Open

The KidsTLC Open was held on July 11th at Shadow Glen Golf Club. Proceeds from the event provide children with a continuum of care through innovative and successful psychiatric treatment, outpatient behavioral health, homeless teen outreach, autism, and parent support programs. Rob Heise Tray Wiltse, Lance Melber, Bob Steer, and Pat Forman Andrea Kidwell, Erin […]

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The Children’s Place – Beach Volleyball Tournament

August 6th was the date for The Young Advisory Board of The Children’s Place’s Beach Volleyball Tournament. Proceeds support The Children’s Place and its mission to heal the youngest survivors of abuse, neglect and trauma. (Front row) Ashley Yeo, Samantha Floyd and Lindsay and Nick Medina (back row) Josh Davis, Kate Guettermann, Megan McCormack, and […]

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35th Annual Ben and Betty Zarda Family Golf Classic

Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas’ 35th Annual Ben and Betty Zarda Family Golf Classic, a benefit for Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas, was held on August 1st at Lake Quivira Country Club. More than 150 golfers enjoyed lunch, great golf, a dinner reception, and an awards ceremony. William H. Townsley, Dennis Wilbert, Andy Prosser, […]

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The Symphony Ball – Evening Overtures

Kathy and Mario Scaglia recently hosted a lovely luncheon for the members of the Symphony League. Members gathered to put the finishing touches on invitations for The Symphony Ball, “Evening Overtures,” to be held on September 10th at the Kansas City Convention Center. Partygoers will enjoy a silent auction, cocktails, a dinner, a performance by […]

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Tutera Senior Living & Health Care – Groundbreaking

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care recently broke ground on three different Kansas City-area continuum-of-care facilities. Guests recently celebrated at the Tiffany Springs Senior Community in North Kansas City, Mission Chateau in Prairie Village and Carnegie Village Rehabilitation & Health Care in Belton, Missouri.  Leo Harris, Mike Flanagan, Joe Tutera, Ryan Fisher, Mike Allen, Mike Levitt, […]

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CCVI – SPECTACLE

CCVI’s inaugural SPECTACLE was held on June 29th at Boys Grow Farm. The open-fire grilling event featured 12 of Our Town’s finest chefs, who prepared delicious South American fare on an asado-style grill, and two dessert chefs. Proceeds supported CCVI and raised funds for scholarships for youth in the Boys Grow program. Barry Grissom, Caren […]

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The BOTAR Ball – Membership Meeting

The BOTAR membership is busy making plans for the BOTAR Ball. Missy Love is serving as the president. The 67th Ball will be held on October 22nd at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown.  Past BOTAR Presidents and 2015 President’s Scholarship recipients: (Seated) Joey Straube, Carol Fryer, Jaelyn Bergman, Cathy Frame, President […]

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2016 Class of Rising Star – Beth Haden

Beth Haden is a senior associate at Bryan Cave, practicing law in the areas of financial services and bankruptcy, restructuring and creditors’ rights. In addition, she is on the Recruiting and Summer Associate Committees, is vice chairman of the Women’s Forum and participates in the Association for Women Lawyers of Greater Kansas City. Said Michael […]

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Friends of University Academy – Annual Gala

Friends of University Academy’s Annual Gala, “Passport to Success,” was held recently at the school. Vicki and Bill Reisler were the honorary chairmen, and Nancy Valentine served as the chairman. The 14th annual event featured cocktails, a round the world-themed menu by delish! Catering, a silent auction, and live music by the El Mambo Orchestra. […]

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Turning Point – Hot Summer Nights

Turning Point’s Hot Summer Nights, “Keep Calm and Get Your London On” party was held on the 12th Street Bridge. Jennifer and Tommy Clemente and Kerry and Matt Adam were the co-chairmen of the June 25th event. Alex and Sarah Hancock and John and Carolyn Gates flanked the Queen The Austin Powers Go-Go Dancers posed […]

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Kansas City Jazz Orchestra – Gala Celebration

May 14th was the date for the Kansas City Jazz Orchestra’s fourth Annual Gala Celebration. The event was held at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Donald J. Hall and David Hall were the honorary co-chairmen, and Benny Lee served as the chairman. A lovely Patrons’ Party was held at the beautiful home of […]

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Children’s Mercy – Big Slick Celebrity Weekend

The Big Slick Celebrity Weekend was held June 17th and 18th. Hosts Paul Rudd, Rob Riggle, Jason Sudeikis, Eric Stonestreet, and David Koechner were joined by their celebrity friends at the annual event that raised funds for the Children’s Mercy Cancer Center. Kansas City’s favorite funny men entertained guests all weekend long at the Star […]

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Royals Charities – Diamond of Dreams

More than 1,250 guests attended Royals Charities’ Diamond of Dreams event at Kauffman Stadium. Partygoers enjoyed cocktails, delicious fare from local restaurants, a silent auction, a live performance by Daughtry, a VIP Party featuring Tiffany & Co., and a spectacular fireworks show. Royals Charities, the charitable foundation for the Kansas City Royals, will distribute the […]

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The Coterie – Celebrate the Coterie

Amanda Beaver and Theresa Stoker were the co-chairmen of Celebrate the Coterie at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. More than 300 guests enjoyed the June 25th event. The evening’s program focused on The Coterie’s education program, Project Pride. Tiffany Hellen, Heather Freund, board member; Lauren Cattanach and David Hellen Seated) Shaun and Co-chairman […]

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