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AdventHealth Foundation Shawnee Mission – Tiny Tim Holiday Fantasy

November 3rd was the date for AdventHealth Foundation Shawnee Mission’s annual Tiny Tim Holiday Fantasy. The event, a benefit for the B.E. Smith Family Center, was held at the Overland Park Convention Center. Barbara and Dick Shull were the honorary chairmen, and Nichole and Adam Eshelbrenner served as the chairmen. The B.E. Smith Family Center is shaping the lives of thousands of children by giving hope to those with special needs at Britain Development and excellent early education at Early Learning.

George Nigro, auctioneer; with Rex Hudler, emcee

 

Guests were greeted with a Holiday Mule “mocktail” that was served from Aero Lounge KC.

 

An exclusive NASCAR experience was one of the live auction items.

 

The Banana Oil Pan Band entertained guests during dinner.

 

Amy Milroy and Chris Olsen enjoyed a video tour of the B.E. Smith Family Center in an immersive, custom cube.

Also featured in the December 7, 2019 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Jason Hanna and Tiffany Matson

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