Celebrate the Season at the 62nd Annual Kappa Homes Tour from December 4th through the 6th. Four exceptional homes will be on display, beautifully decorated for the holidays by local floral designers. The Gift & Gourmet Shop at Homestead Country Club will offer numerous vendors selling holiday gifts, jewelry, home goods and homemade treats. Proceeds […]

October 29th was the date for Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas’ Annual Meeting and Vespers. A service was led by Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann, followed by a candlelight reception at the Savior Pastoral Center. Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Kathy O’Hara, Ken Williams, David Staker, Greg and Caroline Reintjes, and […]

On October 7th, the Kansas City Young Matrons celebrated Civic Honoring Day at their historic Club House. Guests enjoyed a delicious lunch and Past Presidents, Silver Members, Life Members, and Honorary Members were honored.  Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: David Remley Honorary Members: Virgie Bancroft, Margaret Ewing, Peggy […]

On October 16th, Bishop Spencer Place held its Bishop’s Benefit at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Jeannette Nichols received the Bishop’s Award, and Alison Coulson was the chairman.  Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Jerry Kolb Carolyn Gerwick, Rich Coulson and Cappy and Peter Powell, board president […]

The dedication of the new Janet K. Meyer Miller terrace was held on September 25th at the Kansas City Art Institute. Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Mark McDonald Lucille Moriarty, Mary Kate Bird, Dr. Patrick Moriarty, and Deborah Bird Dr. Mark Maslan and Cathy Tivol Maslan with Michael […]

September 17th was the date for First Call Alcohol/Drug Prevention & Recovery’s third annual Message in a Bottle: A Celebration of Healing at the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial. Lena Price and Tom Cohen were the chairmen of the event which featured keynote speakers and best-selling authors David Sheff and Nic Sheff.  […]

MOCSA’s 10th annual Johnson County Fall Forum was held on October 8th at the Overland Park Marriott. Kay and Tom Martin were the honorary chairmen, and Michele Manne Neylon and Vince Sabia served as the co-chairmen. Dr. David Lisak was the keynote speaker. Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: […]

September 16th and 17th were the dates for BOTAR’s Tablescapes at the Grand Hall of the American Royal. Jamie Berg and Tracy Tetrick served as the co-chairmen. The Preview Party and Luncheon featured delicious fare and more than 30 designers and retailers who created unique tables and a sensational shopping experience.   Also featured in […]

The Kansas City Club recently held its Kansas City Conversations event. Guests enjoyed a delicious lunch and Bob Langkamp, Sean O’Byrne and Thomas Trabon were the featured speakers.  Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Sean O’Byrne, Tom Trabon, Bob Langkamp, and Lee Vogel  

The Family Conservancy’s second annual Blue Carpet was held on September 27th at Studio Dan Meiners. Kim and Dr. Ted Higgins were the honorary chairmen. Proceeds benefit The Family Conservancy. Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Charles St. Clair and Corey Cassaw Photography Rob and Heather Waterfield with Jenny […]

Kansas City Young Audiences toasted the patrons of the upcoming Benefit Concert for Arts Education featuring Audra McDonald at the beautiful home of Lynne and Mark O’Connell on October 17th. Guests celebrated the presentation of the Trudy Award to Allan Gray for his outstanding work in the arts. Julie and Mike Kirk and Debby and […]

The Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri, celebrated 100 years of service in Our Town at its Celebrating a Century of Service Luncheon on September 20th. The event was held in the Grand Ballroom at Bartle Hall and Lisa Schubert Hickok, Rachel Sexton and Betsy Ballard served as the co-chairmen. Hoda Kotb, correspondent for Dateline […]

St. Teresa’s Academy Auction, “You’re a Shining Star,”  will swing into town on November 23rd. Alumnae and friends enjoyed recent events at the beautiful homes of Julie and John Strickland and Julie and Steve Zanone to gather gifts for the 2013 Auction. Lynn and Jay Reardon, Lena and Joe Runyan and Amy and Jim Sullivan are […]

The Hops & Barley Ball, a benefit for CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties, was held on September 27th. Guests enjoyed a creative menu of comfort foods, the Dark Horse Distillery’s signature liquors, dancing, and a silent auction. Proceeds from the event will help train volunteers to advocate for the abused and neglected children served […]

On September 12th, both people and pets had a tail waggin’ good time at the New Belgium Beer Tasting at Rimann Liquors. Proceeds benefited Wayside Waifs, Our Town’s largest and most comprehensive no-kill pet adoption campus. Also featured in the November 2nd issue of The Independent  Cecil Lam, Michelle Kovacs, Dianne Siegel, Ellen Hanson posed […]

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City was chosen as the 2013 Chiefs Charity Game beneficiary. The Game was held on August 16th against the San Francisco 49ers and raised more than $500,000. Jeanette Prenger and Dave Ebbrecht were the honorary co-chairmen, and Paul Kushnir served as the chairman.  Also featured in the November […]

September 30th was the date for Prelude, an annual benefit to celebrate the 49th season of the Harriman-Jewell Series, at Indian Hills Country Club. Maureen and Richard Durwood were the honorary chairmen, and Pati Chasnoff, Merry Prostic and Susan Spaulding served as the co-chairmen. Guests enjoyed a performance by special guest artist, baritone Daniel Belcher, […]

The Lyric Opera Circle welcomed five new members recently with a dinner at Brio Tuscan Grille. Members enjoyed conversation and delicious food and spirits.  Also featured in the November 2nd issue of The Independent Abby McCaffree, membership co-chairman; Amy Graham and Felicia Bondi Felicia Bondi, Amy Graham and Elaine Mann Francie Mayer, Abby McCaffree, Christine […]

September 22nd was the date for Powell Gardens’ fifth annual Under a Harvest Moon, “A Farm to Table Dinner.” Lory and Kevin Childress served as chairmen of the event which will benefit the youth education programs at Powell Gardens. Chef Alex Pope, Local Pig and Pigwich; prepared a multi-course feast for guests.  Also featured in […]

The Kansas City Ballet Guild’s Fall Luncheon was held at Brio Tuscan Grille on September 26th. Jeffrey Bentley, Kansas City Ballet; was the featured speaker. Guests enjoyed a delicious Italian lunch and the tables were adorned with fabulous floral arrangements by Craig Sole. Also featured in the November 2nd issue of The Independent Photo Credit: […]

On September 27th, The REACH Healthcare Foundation celebrated its 10th anniversary with a community event at the Regnier Center at Johnson County Community College. Former Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson and Bob Regnier were the featured speakers. On October 2nd, guests enjoyed a community luncheon at The Gallery, in celebration of “A Decade of Reach.” Brenda […]