Newhouse celebrated the work of its volunteers on April 28th.  Flowers, certificates and a small gift item were given to those volunteers in attendance along with words that recognized those that give their time, talent and treasure.  Volunteer hand prints were captured to remind Newhouse of their “imprint” on its mission.  

What an honor to serve as the chairman of this year’s Girls Night In! For the past several years, I’ve written about the event by interviewing the featured guest speaker. That list has included the articulate (and attractive!) trainer-to-the-stars Bob Green or Lisa Lillian, the popular author of the Hungry Girls books. In each case, […]

Committee members of the 2012 Heart & Stroke Ball are busy planning this year’s gala, set for February 18th at the Kansas City Convention Center.  To celebrate 25 years of saving lives, guests will enjoy an evening of entertainment with a cocktail reception, formal dinner, live & silent auctions and dancing to Lynne Jordan and […]

The 25th annual Heart & Stroke Ball promises to be a fabulous evening on February 18th at the Kansas City Convention Center. Guests will enjoy a formal dinner and a special performance by Lynne Jordan and the Shivers. Tina and Paul Neidlein, Linda and David Gentile and Leigh and Tyler Nottberg are the co-chairmen. Proceeds […]

Katie and Clyde Wendel and Peggy and Bill Lyons are serving as the honorary co-chairmen for Kansas City Young Audiences‘50th Anniversary Celebration on November 12th at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Idina Menzel will be the featured performer at the event, which is close to being sold out. Katie and Clyde are supporters of the arts, […]

Carol Massman Fryer’s enthusiasm for the American Royal is infectious. She is serving as BOTAR president this year and enjoying every minute of it. In addition to the Ball, Carol is especially excited about the American Royal Parade which coincides with the opening of the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. “There is a lot of pride […]

The UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance will present a night of exquisite cuisine and captivating performances atCrescendo 2011 on October 22nd at the Hyatt Regency Crown Center Hotel. The enchanting evening will feature student and faculty performances, and all proceeds will support Conservatory student scholarships. Anne and Howard Elsberry will serve as the honorary chairmen, and Lisa […]

Midwest Foster Care and Adoption Association (MFCAA) will host Forever Families at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza on August 20th.  The event will include silent and live auctions and a delicious dinner.  Mayor Sly James and Nathan Ross will be the featured speakers.  Proceeds will help further MFCAA’s mission of providing children with loving families and […]

The American Biographical Institute in Raleigh, North Carolina, and the International Biographical Centre in Cambridge, England, are pleased to announce that Dr. Linda Hood Talbott of Our Town has been inducted into the International Hall of Fame in Cambridge.  She was recognized for her distinguished achievements in humanitarian and philanthropic leadership.  Linda is president of Talbott & […]

The Kansas City Club will present A Third Friday Art Event on August 19th featuring artists known as the KC BOYS – Allan Chow, Michael Duane, Jamie Lavin, and Preston McCall.  Guests can browse and purchase art items on the week days through August 31st at the Club’s location. Also featured in the August 6th issue of The […]

Kansas City Young Audiences (KCYA), the region’s largest provider of arts education, will present its 50th Anniversary Celebration on November 12th at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. It will be one of the first events at the new Center. Idina Menzel, star of the hit television show Glee and Tony winner for her role as […]

Off the Wall, a gallery event and art auction, will be held on October 20th.  Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres from local restaurants, wine, an art auction, and live music.  Steve Metzler and Brian Williams are the honorary chairmen, and Heather and Tom Moser are serving as the chairmen.  Proceeds support the Children’s Clinical Services […]

November 19th is the night for the Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Gala 2011.  Signature Suppers will be held in homes and creative venues throughout Our Town.  Then guests will gather at the new Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts for a dynamic performance by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.  The After Party will provide an opportunity for guests […]

Kids’ Jazzoo will be held on September 10th.  The event, designed for children ages three to 12, will feature opportunities to see the animals up close, create crafts, enjoy taste treats from local restaurants, and groove to live entertainment.  Robbin Reynolds is serving as the chairman.  Proceeds will benefit the Kansas City Zoo’s Zoo Learning Fund.   Also featured […]

The Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault (MOCSA) will hold its seventh Young at Art Cocktail Party and Art Auction on August 26th at The Uptown Theater.  The event will feature music by The Elders, a silent auction and delicious refreshments.  Patty and Don Kincaid are serving as the honorary chairmen, and Amy Abrams and Erin Mos are […]

Huddle Time will take place on June 9th at Paddy O’Quigley’s in Leawood and will feature live and silent sports auctions.  Masters of Ceremonies will be sports radio host Steven St. John, along with Chiefs players Rudy Niswanger and Ryan Lilja and the Kansas City Chiefs offensive line.  Proceeds will benefit First Downs for Down Syndrome (FDFDS), which […]

The Salvation Army will celebrate remarkable transformations at the 2011 Civic Luncheon on May 10th at The Westin Crown Center Hotel.  The event will feature Kansas Governor Sam Brownback as its keynote speaker.  Awards will be presented to civic leaders Adele Hall and Tom Bash for their outstanding service to The Salvation Army and the […]

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