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Fireside Committee of the Kansas City Art Institute – Feelin’ Groovy Gala

“Feelin’ Groovy” was the theme and the vibe at the Fireside Committee of the Kansas City Art Institute’s annual fundraising gala. Gigi Rose served as the chairman of the November 23rd event, which was held at Hallbrook Country Club. Patty Bibler is the Fireside president. Proceeds benefit scholarships for students at KCAI.

Gary and Gigi Rose, chairman; with Brett and Becca Rose
Jane and Ron Nesemeyer
Keith Kirkland, Patty Bibler, Fireside president; and Chad and Monica McAtee
Lynne Weilert and Barbara Spilker
Benjamin and Jessica Stone
Chris Jewell, Mary Lou Kilmer, and Kristina Klug
Cathy Brents, Sue Forbes, Patty Bibler, Fireside president; and Edie Downing
Sharon Nottingham, John Pepper, and Marsha Hunt
(Front row) Judy Overton and Karen Yungmeyer (back row) Jane Webster, Anne Phillips, Karen Downing, and Lynne Weilert

Featured in the December 21, 2024 issue of The Independent
Photo credit: Chris Crum

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