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Kansas City Repertory Theatre – A Fearless Fête

A Fearless Fête will be held on April 5th at the Spencer Theatre. Julie Morris and Colleen Dougherty will serve as the co-chairmen. The Kansas City Repertory Theatre’s annual event will feature delicious fare and incredible performances, games and activities inspired by the evening’s “Uncanny Carousel Carnival” theme. Also featured in the January 26th issue […]

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In the Spotlight – Angels of the Children’s Place Gala

The Angels of the Children’s Place Gala will be held on April 5th at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Dallas and Scott Pioli are the honorary chairmen, and Laura Jones and Ann Tinsman are serving as the co-chairmen. Guests will enjoy dinner, a live auction and dancing to the KC All Stars. The keynote speaker […]

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Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy – Civic Service Award Dinner

Joyce and Stan Zeldin will be honored at The Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy’s 2013 Civic Service Award Dinner. The event will be held on April 28th at the Overland Park Convention Center. The Academy is Kansas City’s only Jewish community day school. Also featured in the January 26th issue of The Independent Stan and Joyce […]

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WIN for KC – Women’s Sports Award Luncheon

February 1st is the date for the WIN for KC Women’s 19th Annual Sports Award Celebration Luncheon. The event will be held at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Sherri Enright is the chairman. Kerri Walsh-Jennings, three-time Olympic gold medalist; is the featured speaker. Also featured in the January 12th issue of The Independent Sherry Enright, […]

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Sunflower House – Valentine Gala

February 2nd is the date for Sunflower House’s Valentine Gala to be held at the Sheraton Overland Park. Jeni Camerlinck is the chairman. The Gala Committee gathered to finalize plans for the event which will feature a cocktail party, gourmet dinner, silent and live auctions, and dancing to the tunes of Flashback.  Also featured in the […]

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Kansas City Tip-Off

American Idol winner, Scotty McCreery, will headline the Kansas City Tip-Off  at the Uptown Theater on March 9th. Proceeds benefit the Kansas City Medicine Cabinet which raises funds for emergency medical assistance for people in Our Town.  Also featured in the January 12th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: David Riffel (Seated) Jenn Nagel, Erin Coleman, Gretchen Gold, […]

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WIN for KC Women’s Triathlon

WIN for KC Women’s Triathlon is set for July 27th at Smithville Lake. Registration will open February 1st. The event will include a 500 meter swim,10 mile bike ride and 5K run. Also featured in the January 12th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Mark McDonald Kendra, Evan and Robin Sterneck  

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In the Spotlight – iAuction, Download Barstow, Upload Fun

The Barstow School’s iAuction, Download Barstow, Upload Fun event will be held on March 9th.  Guests will enjoy fabulous food, exciting items up for bid, games, prizes, and great community spirit. Sharon McDonald, Jennifer Kanan and Linda Olson are the co-chairmen. Also featured in the January 12th issue of The Independent Sharon McDonald, Jennifer Kanan and […]

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Heart of America Shakespeare Festival – Romantic Revels Gala

February 2nd is the date for the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival’s Romantic Revels Gala at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. Ed Milbank will be honored as Shakespeare’s Herald, and Anita and Gary Robb will receive the Founder’s Award. Merrily Jackson and Bernadette Ashcraft are the co-chairmen. Proceeds will support the Festival’s education programs […]

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Centurion Spotlight – Jake Jacobson

Jake Jacobson is the chairman of the Centurions Leadership Program’s steering committee for 2012-2013. He is the social media manager for Garmin International. Jake’s work with Garmin has taken him around the world, from blogging at the Tour de France to running marathons in New York, Chicago and San Diego. Jack is married to his […]

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In the Spotlight – Kansas City Tip-Off

Kansas City’s Medicine Cabinet’s Kansas City Tip-Off event is set for March 9th at the Uptown Theater. Gretchen and Hans Gold and Marsha and Joel Voran are the honorary co-chairmen. The country music concert event celebrates its fifth anniversary this year and features 2011 American Idol winner, Scotty McCreery. Kansas City’s Medicine Cabinet began in […]

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Kansas City Ballet Guild – Nutcracker

A special photo provided the perfect holiday gathering for Kansas City Ballet Guild parents of children in the cast of this year’s Nutcracker. More than 200 roles are filled by professional dancers and local students. The Nutcracker runs through December 23rd at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts with music by the Kansas City Symphony.  Also featured […]

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Women’s Sports Awards Celebration

February 1st is the date for WIN for KC’s 19th Annual Women’s Sports Awards Celebration at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Three-time Olympic beach volleyball gold medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings is the featured speaker. Kerri and her partner, Misty May-Treanor, are the winningest team in beach volleyball history. Also featured in the December 15th issue […]

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Rising Star Reflections – Sheri Johnson

Sheri Johnson has served on the Alphapointe board for six years and served this past year as board chairman. She has helped lead the organization through its 100th anniversary, a re-brand, an acquisition, and an updated strategic plan. Sheri reflects fondly on the opportunities that Alphapointe provides to those who are blind and visually impaired […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Cheryl Cartner

Cheryl Cartner has been a dedicated volunteer with the Love Fund for Children for more than 20 years. She has spearheaded many committees and fundraisers and has been a huge supporter for the children. She has served as president of the Love Fund League and volunteered in the office once a week for six years. […]

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Children’s Mercy – Red Hot Night

Red Hot Night, benefiting Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics is set for February 2nd in the Grand Ballroom of the Kansas City Convention Center. The event will feature cocktails, dinner, a live auction, and entertainment by The Party Crashers. Beth and David Fowler and Beth and Pat McCown will serve as the honorary co-chairmen. Also featured […]

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