Great Plains SPCA’s Pawtini
“Vegas Vacation” was the theme of the Great Plains SPCA’s Pawtini. Kevin Westrope, Jason Holmes, Julie Nelson Meers and Sam Meers were the honorary co-chairmen. The event was held on April 6th at Sporting Kansas City and guests enjoyed cocktails, delicious food stations and silent and live auctions. Proceeds benefited needy pets.
Also featured in the May 18th issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Tim Yeaglin
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Pam and Larry Scott |
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David and Michelle Arteberry | Sam Meers and Julie Nelson Meers, honorary co-chairmen |
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Olivia Curran, Janet Curran, Wiley Curran, and Betty Jean Curran |
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Jason Holmes and Kevin Westrope, honorary co-chairmen | Courtney Thomas and Jodde Olsen Lanning |
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