BOTAR – Royal Welcome
September 5th was the date for the Royal Welcome for BOTARs, Escorts, and Royal Escorts. Cathy Frame, Maggie Frame, and Anna Frame served as the co-chairmen. Guests learned about the history, mission, and purpose of the American Royal. Afterward, their parents joined them – and everyone celebrated the start of the BOTAR season. The 70th BOTAR Ball will be held on October 19th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown.
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| Tracy and Charlie Tetrick with Katie Tetrick |
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| Carolyn Gerwick, Christy Schoenfeld, Addie Perry, and Christy Staker |
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| Kristie Larson, Mandy Burditt, BOTAR president; Alden Haugh, Amy Polen, Sarah Tate, and Addie Perry |
Additional photos featured in the October 12, 2019 issue of The Independent
Photo credit: David Riffel
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