![Wayside Waifs – Fur Ball “Beach Pawty”](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-11.19.30-AM.png)
Susie and Tom Corbin were the honorary chairmen, and Lauren McCarthy and Nancy McCarthy served as the co-chairmen of Wayside Waifs’ Fur Ball, “Beach Pawty,” on May 13th. More than 1,000 guests enjoyed a delicious dinner, silent and live auctions and dancing. Emily and Mark Johnson with Geoff Hall, Wayside Waifs; and Michele Pritchard Erica […]
Read More![Symphony Ball – Kick-Off Tea](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-11.14.28-AM.png)
March 8th was the date for the Kick-Off Tea for the Symphony League of Kansas City’s Symphony Ball, “An Evening in Vienna,” at the beautiful home of Rachael Sabates. Pam Bruce and Suzanne Shank are the Ball co-chairmen. Committee members enjoyed a delicious array of tea sandwiches and elegant chocolates and learned about upcoming plans […]
Read More![Rising Star Reflections – Patrick Parkes](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-11-14-at-3.07.39-PM.png)
Patrick Parkes is a volunteer with Variety KC. He drafted the language for its 2016 mission video and believes that conversations can educate others on the importance of inclusion as well as change attitudes about disability in the community. According to Patrick, each interaction is an important one for Variety and could lead to a […]
Read More![MOCSA – Community Luncheon](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-11.15.23-AM.png)
Nancy and Steve Hooley and Kelly and Ron Lockton were the honorary co-chairmen, Julana Harper-Sachs and Becky Loboda served as the co-chairmen and Elizabeth Souder and Matt Sharples were the community support committee co-chairmen for Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault (MOCSA’s) Community Luncheon on May 5th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City […]
Read More![Lyric Opera Circle – Spring Luncheon](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-11.15.51-AM.png)
Carriage Club was the beautiful setting for Lyric Opera Circle’s Spring Luncheon. Beth Ingram was presented with a portrait by Mark Braswell, Strauss Peyton Portraiture; which will hang in the Beth Ingram Administrative Building. The 2017-2018 Executive Board of the Circle was presented, and Outgoing President Joan Braswell passed the gavel to Incoming President Kimberlee […]
Read More![2017 Class of Rising Star – Dean Newton](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-11-14-at-3.04.02-PM.png)
Dean Newton is the managing director of Delta Dental and is a member of the 2017 Class of Rising Stars. “I have known Dean as a good friend and have seen him participate and be a leader in a variety of public service and business activities,” said Shannon Blades, Basys Systems. “I know him to […]
Read More![Starlight Theatre – After Hours at the Towers](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-11.16.16-AM.png)
Jessica Bjorgaard and Jackie Vavroch were co-chairmen of Center Stage – Young Professionals at Starlight Theatre’s After Hours at the Towers. More than 200 guests enjoyed the French-themed evening that featured delicious bites from local restaurants and live music from Lost Wax. A mime, accordion player and live painter helped set the tone for a […]
Read More![KC CARE Clinic – Simply Bloom](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-11.16.43-AM.png)
KC CARE Clinic’s Simply Bloom was held on May 6th at the Firestone Building. Steve Stroade and Danny Ng were the honorary chairmen, and Tom Nagel, Abby Albers, Doug Albers, and Kiran Ross served as co-chairmen of the “Garden Party” themed-event. A Patrons’ Party was held on April 27th at R24 Studios. Catherine Ward-Bopp and […]
Read More![KU Alumni Association – The Rock Chalk Ball](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-10.52.21-AM.png)
The 22nd edition of The Rock Chalk Ball was held on April 29th. The event, hosted by the KU Alumni Association’s Greater Kansas City Network, took place at the Overland Park Convention Center. Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little and Shade Keys Little served as honorary chairmen, and Jason Booker and Sasha Boulware were the co-chairmen. This year’s […]
Read More![Lyric Opera Circle – Her Majesty’s Ball](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-10.54.02-AM.png)
The Lyric Opera Circle’s Her Majesty’s Ball was held on April 8th in the Grand Ballroom of the Kansas City Convention Center. Guests were treated to a silent auction, dinner, dancing, and inspiring performances by Lyric Opera of Kansas City artists. Carol and John Kornitzer were the honorary chairmen, and Sherry Love served as the […]
Read More![Congratulations, Jacquelyn & David!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-16-at-1.13.09-PM-e1510859631426.png)
Mr. and Mrs. Myron William Haith of Leawood are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jacquelyn Andrea Steeves Haith, to David Oliver Smart V, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Perkins Love, Jr. of Leawood and Mr. Christopher Smart of Prairie Village. Jacquelyn is the granddaughter of Dr. and Mrs. John Herbert […]
Read More![Indian Hills Country Club – Spring Thaw](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-10.54.43-AM.png)
Spring Thaw was held on April 21st at Indian Hills Country Club. The evening featured dancing and celebrated the end of winter and the beginning of the warm weather. Andy and Lindsay Bosworth and Kelly and Michael Seibert Tori Brown, Meredith DiPasquale, Heather Hutsell, Beth Emmott, and Kristen Moon Additional photos featured in the May […]
Read More![Harvesters – Forks & Corks 2017](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-11.12.02-AM.png)
April 27th was the date for a celebration of the 21st year of Forks & Corks, a benefit for Harvesters – The Community Food Network. Guests enjoyed gourmet fare and liquid refreshments from nearly 60 of Our Town’s finest restaurants and purveyors in the Grand Ballroom at the Kansas City Convention Center. Mary McClure served […]
Read More![The Family Conservancy – Brew for Books](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-11.12.23-AM.png)
April 13th was the date for The Family Conservancy’s Brew for Books at Boulevard Brewing Company. The fourth annual event featured Boulevard beer, delicious Waldo Pizza and the vocal stylings of Ryan Triggs. The event collected more than 20,000 books for children in Our Town who are living in poverty. Joel and Michelle Herring, Justin […]
Read More![Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City – Match Appreciation Banquet](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-10.49.37-AM.png)
April 2nd was the date for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City’s Match Appreciation Banquet. The Lifetime Friendship Award was presented, the Bigs of the Year were honored and CEO Micheal Lawrence was recognized for his 25 years of service. The evening honored match length and celebrated the creation of new friendships. Big […]
Read More![TMC Charitable Foundation – White Coat Gala](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-10.50.10-AM.png)
Doctor Kara Settles and Doctor Jeff Joyce and Zulema and Terry Bassham were the co-chairmen of TMC Charitable Foundation’s second annual White Coat Gala on March 25th at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Kelly Eckerman served as the emcee. Proceeds support Kansas City’s essential hospital, Truman Medical Centers. Vocalist Cherayla Haynes Davis performed for the […]
Read More![Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City – Kids Night Out](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-10.50.39-AM.png)
April 7th was the date for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City’s Kids Night Out at the Overland Park Convention Center. The event featured a private performance from special guest stars, Little Big Town, Grammy Award winner and five-time, reigning CMA Vocal Group of the Year. Nancy and Steve Hooley were the honorary […]
Read More![Royals Charities – Celebrity Golf Tournament](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-10.51.06-AM.png)
April 17th was the date for Royals Charities’ Celebrity Golf Tournament at Shadow Glen Golf Club. Current and former players, broadcasters, Sluggerrr, and Manager Ned Yost spent time visiting with players during the tournament. An awards ceremony was held afterward that featured the 1985 and 2015 World Series Trophies. George Brett, Jeff Montgomery, and Ned […]
Read More![The Children’s Place – Angels’ Gala](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-10.51.39-AM.png)
The Angels’ Gala, a benefit for The Children’s Place, was held on April 29th at the Kansas City Convention Center. Guests enjoyed cocktails and dinner, a live auction with the Nigro Brothers and dancing to Lost Wax. Susie Heddens and Deborah Quirk were the honorary co-chairmen, and Melissa Batz, Tracy Dillon, Lisa Hardy, Laura Jones, […]
Read More![KidsTLC – Pour for More](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-10.46.06-AM.png)
Kerri Frazier and Julie Houts served as co-chairmen of KidsTLC’s Pour for More on April 28th at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. More than 300 guests enjoyed the Nantucket-inspired event that featured handcrafted cocktails, a fresh seafood feast by Café Sebastienne, bidding on custom designed bar carts, and dancing. Amante Domingo and Veronica Mazzarese […]
Read More![Center for Practical Bioethics – Annual Dinner](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-11-10-at-10.46.36-AM.png)
More than 600 guests gathered for the Center for Practical Bioethics’ Annual Dinner on April 5th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Kathleen Sebelius, former United States Secretary of Health and Human Services, was the keynote speaker, and Barbara and Rene Bollier and Julie and David Warm served as the co-chairmen. […]
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