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Kansas City Young Matrons – Last Call Open House and Reception

The Kansas City Young Matrons’ Last Call Open House and Reception was held on June 12th. Members came to say “farewell” to their beloved clubhouse at 51st and Oak. The clubhouse, built in 1936, will be picked up and moved to its new location at 52nd and Cherry in August. Guests took a nostalgic stroll through the building and shared fond memories. The new clubhouse and expansion will open in the spring of 2016.

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Betty Novak and Judy Horn viewed scrapbooks at the event.
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Donna Asikainen, Sue von Geyso, Lundy Joyce, Gail Van Way, Susie Womack, Janet Bjerke, David Remley, Chandra Spencer, Karen McNellis, and Vanessa Ferguson enjoyed the special celebration. David has photographed events for the Kansas City Young Matrons for 21 years.

Also featured in the July 25, 2015 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: David Remley

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