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Arthritis Foundation – Art for Arthritis

Loews Kansas City Hotel was the site for the Arthritis Foundation’s 19th annual Art for Arthritis event, which was held on July 15th. Guests were delighted by the custom artwork that was created by child artists and their mentors. Partygoers enjoyed delicious fare and a silent auction. Foundation Board Chair Melissa DeLeon served as the event chair. 

Art for Arthritis Child Artists: (Front row) Kinley Emry (back row) Ryker Adams, Colton Perkins, Hudson Norman, and Callyn

 

Artwork by Kate Hellman and Ryker Adams was on display at the event.

Featured in the September 17, 2022 issue of The Independent.

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