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The Children’s SPOT – Once Upon A Time

Anne Gagel and Simon McGee and their children, Fintan, Eoin, Cormac, and Paxico McGee, served as chairmen of The Children’s SPOT at Saint Luke’s Hospital’s Once Upon A Time event. The February 10th gala was held at the Overland Park Convention Center. Guests of all ages enjoyed carnival games, face painting, crafts, a raffle, and much more. Proceeds support the children and families of The Children’s SPOT.

Anne Gagel, chairman; shared the special thank-you gift made by children who attend The Children’s SPOT.

 

Sluggerrr with Reese Gonsher and Sara Gonsher, raffle winners

 

Kynsey Smith, Caroline Larson, and Bridget Hall

 

Puzzle table by Sara Gonsher

 

(Front row) Parker Seltman, Izzy Davisson, Vivian Brinton, and Caroline Hawkinson (back row) Lisa Lyddon, Jenny Davisson, Angela Brinton, and Courtney Goddard

 

Members of the Spring Hill High School Broncos Dance Team danced with the guests.

 

(Front row) Kim Robinett, Katie Robinett, Audrey Rose, and Amy Hawley Rose (back row) Caroline Bowen, Lindsay Bowen, Annie Allen, and Zoey Allen

Additional photos featured in the April 13, 2019 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: J. Robert Schraeder Photography

 

 

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