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KidsTLC – Rooftop Pairings Party & KidsTLC Open

The rooftop terrace at Topgolf was the setting for KidsTLC’s Rooftop Pairings Party on June 7th. Guests enjoyed live music, an endless buffet and the success story of a recent client who benefited from the mission of KidsTLC. The excitement continued through the KidsTLC Open on June 11th at Shadow Glen Golf Course. Golfers enjoyed the Splash-Shot-Challenge, food and beverage stations, putt-putt and chipping contests, gifts, and the presentation of the coveted green jackets during the awards ceremony. 

Brandon Becker, Banks Floodman, Dustin Hickel, chairman; and Greg Orman

 

The 2017 Champion team from JE Dunn Construction defended its title, winning first place for the second year in a row. Celebrating with their trophy were Brian Burkett, Andrew Peterson, Patrick Oaks, and Ben McCown.

 

Tony Twyman took his best shot at the Splash Shot Challenge.

 

(Front row) Mike Ayres and Dr. Bart Putnam (back row) Suzy Ayres and Anne Putnam, winners of the Daniel Keating Spirit Award

 

Andrew Shirah, Greg Gaskins, Mark Munsen, Kent Baker, and Aaron Farr

 

Sara and Dr. Jason Knag and Marlene and John Wienstroer

Also featured in the August 4, 2018 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: J. Robert Schraeder Photography

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