Ticket to the World – 2016 Barstow Auction, a benefit for The Barstow School Annual Fund, was held on February 20th at The Ritz Charles. Parents, alumni and friends enjoyed silent and live auctions, music and dinner in a vintage airline. Susie Caisley, Kris Carlgren and Amy Graham served as co-chairmen. Sharon McDonald and Tara […]

Jennifer Howerton was the chairman of The Young Friends of Art’s Party Arty: Coloring Outside the Lines on January 23rd at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. More than 1,400 guests enjoyed cocktails, delicious fare and spectacular entertainment. Damian Lair and Leah Vomhof, co-chairman Godfrey Riddle, Erinn Faulconer, Brent Kimmi, and Shannon Rolle Lucia Aerial Performing […]

More than 200 guests celebrated at The Independent’s Top Ten Party on February 16th at the beautiful 1900 Building. Our Town’s deep commitment to philanthropy was on display as the Top Ten Events of 2016 and The Independent’s 2017 Class of Rising Stars were announced. The Top Ten Events of 2016 10. Jewish Community Center […]

Bonne Illig, Kim Stevens, Debbie Douville, Lenise Ward, Ashlee Bressel, and Lauren Hunt, all with VanBrock; served as co-chairmen of KVC Health Systems’ The Gala on Fire on November 21st at the historic Firestone Building. Guests enjoyed performances by MoonDrop Circus and Atlantic Express. Renny Arensberg, Julie Burdick, Michelle Lawrence, and Lauren Anderson Haley Harlan, […]

On December 15th, Kansas City Ballet Guild members gathered for the Nutcracker Luncheon at Hallbrook Country Club. Guests enjoyed Nutcracker centerpieces, delectable bites and a performance by the KCBII and KCB trainee dancers. Gigi Rose, executive guild member; was the host. Susan Bubb, Susan Sands and Melinda Petet Lisa Schubert Hickok The dancers performed for […]

Ozanam’s 32nd annual Hollywood Holiday Gala was held on December 3rd at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Partygoers enjoyed cocktails, a delicious dinner, silent and live auctions, and remarks from United States Army First Sergeant Mark Haliburton, who discussed his inspiring experience at Ozanam as a young boy. Andrea and David Leavitt […]

November 23rd was the date for Kansas City Repertory Theatre’s Renovation Campaign Donor Dinner to celebrate the grand reopening of Spencer Theatre. Dinner guests enjoyed a lavish meal by Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions in the newly constructed Spencer Donor Lounge. The event was followed by a special reception and Community Open House on November 30th. Jean […]

On December 16th, committee members gathered to address invitations for The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’s gala, Create the Night…Masterpiece, which will be held on February 20th at the Museum. The black-tie affair will highlight the opening of the Museum’s exhibit, Reflecting Class in the Age of Rembrandt and Vermeer. Joan and Alan Marsh and The […]

The Independent hosted a Holiday Soirée on December 10th and 11th. Guests enjoyed fabulous shopping from local vendors, tasty treats and holiday cheer. Local charities dropped business cards into a hat for the chance to win a portion of the sales. The lucky winners were Phoenix Family and Variety Children’s Charity. A great time was […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]