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MOCSA – Community Luncheon

May 2nd was the date for The Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault’s (MOCSA) Community Luncheon at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Keynote Speaker Erin Merryn, shared her story of triumph over years of sexual abuse as a child. Christy and Bill Gautreaux and Zulema and Terry Bassham were the honorary co-chairmen, and Karen Miyawaki and Carole Cobb served as the co-chairmen. Stacey McLey and Brad Bodamer were the community support committee co-chairmen.

Also featured in the May 31st issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: David Remley 

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Jacque and Tyler Frederickson, Jennifer Cook and Steve Metzler and Brian Williams 
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(Seated) Shirley Tarver, Danielle Coulter, Rebecca Pryor, Steven Phillips, Janet Kenny, and Marilyn Barth (standing) Dub Steincross, Shirley Pryor, Joy Steincross, and Carol Meierotto 
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Chuck and Judy Wells with Mary Ann and Mark Hinderks
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Brad Bodamer, community support committee co-chairman; Lori Schultz and Karen and Mark O’Donnell 
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(Seated) Lois Liechti, Rita Boyd, Verdis Green, Cynthia Kearney, and Janet Waddell (standing) Stan Lister and Kara Larson

 

Features

Pam Liberda: Redefining Thai Cuisine in Kansas City

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IAKC Bridges Communities Through Indian Culture

Anyone with a penchant for the aromatic flavors of Indian food, the vibrant colors of a fine Sari, or a sporting game of cricket, may dream of traveling to the…

Food Truck Brings A Taste Of Hawaiian Tradition To Kansas City

Attend an event in Kansas City and chances are you may spot Irvzilla’s Hawaiian Grill, the city’s only food truck of its kind. With a unique brand, authentic Hawaiian flavors,…

Kansas City’s International Dragon Boat Festival Bridges Cultures

On June 15th, Brush Creek at the Country Club Plaza will come alive with the International Dragon Boat Festival. “This family-friendly, free event features the only dragon boat racing competition…