![Powell Gardens – Under a Harvest Moon](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/3670-WEB.jpg)
Powell Gardens’ sixth annual Under a Harvest Moon – A Farm to Table Dinner was held on September 21st. Chef Linda Duerr, The River Club; and her husband, Leon Bahlmann, executive chef at Claridge Court; created a festive meal full of fall produce and local fare. Diane and Ford Brent were the honorary chairmen, and […]
Read More![The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art – The Plains Indians: Artists of Earth and Sky](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/MM_plains_sof-bc_m166.jpg)
The Plains Indians: Artists of Earth and Sky exhibit recently opened at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Special celebrations were held at the Museum from September 16th through the 18th. The exhibition will be on display through January 11th. The show opened at musée du quai Branly in Paris in April of 2014 and will […]
Read More![Congratulations, Courtney and James!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-3.10.54-PM.png)
Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Gilbert Bainter of Derby, Kansas, and Mr. and Mrs. Leeland Amos Frantz of Mulvane, Kansas, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Courtney Elizabeth Frantz, to James Zachariah Mullin, the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Lenuel “Lenny” Mullin II of Lenexa. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. […]
Read More![Jackson County CASA – 9th Annual Carnival for CASA](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-06-at-3.01.20-PM.png)
More than 630 guests enjoyed Jackson County CASA’s 9th Annual Carnival for CASA on September 13th at Paradise Park. Bethany and Tony Miller were the honorary chairmen. Proceeds support the training of volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children who are under court protection. Also featured in the November 1st issue of The Independent […]
Read More![The Children’s Place – FORE the Place](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/80080221-1.jpg)
The weather may have been cold and wet on September 12th, but that didn’t prevent golfers from hitting their best balls at the seventh annual FORE the Place Golf Tournament at Iron Horse Golf Club, a benefit for The Children’s Place. Also featured in the November 1st issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Charles Welborn […]
Read More![The Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties – Community Ball and Cotillion](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-14-at-12.44.20-PM.png)
The Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties is honored to present 82 high school seniors and four high school juniors at the 64th Annual Community Ball and Cotillion on December 6th at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Participants were chosen based on leadership, character and service. Also featured in the November 1st issue of […]
Read More![The Salvation Army – Christmas Campaign](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-14-at-12.38.38-PM.png)
Margi and Keith Pence are the chairmen for The Salvation Army’s 2014 Christmas Campaign. Margi and Keith will oversee a goal of $11 million. The funds raised during the Campaign will support the programs of The Salvation Army, including food pantries, homeless shelters, emergency assistance, substance abuse programs, and more. Also featured in the November […]
Read More![The American Royal – Parade](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/DSC_0132-1024x697-1.jpg)
The American Royal Parade was held on September 27th, which honored our American military. Annmarie Arensberg and Brittany Barnds were the co-chairmen. Also featured in the November 1st issue of The Independent Bailey Lang, Justine Nolte and Ericka Schubert Jack Evans, Preston Elder, Evan Lang, and Cole Jurden
Read More![Tails of Our Town – Rose & Violet Wagstaff](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-3.11.20-PM.png)
“Sisters, sisters, there were never such devoted sisters.” Cute little Violet Wagstaff is getting up close and personal with older sister, Rose. We know they will spend many happy hours frolicking and walking around the neighborhood with their owners Starr and Tom Wagstaff.
Read More![The Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri – Healthy U](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-14-at-12.39.20-PM.png)
The Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri’s Healthy U program focuses on nutrition and undernourishment, healthy choices, eating on a budget, and fitness. In partnership with Harvesters, the League has adopted University Academy, providing classes and family dinners to participants at the school. Also featured in the November 1st issue of The Independent Akiel Johnson, […]
Read More![Congratulations, Tiffany and Thomas!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-3.11.42-PM.png)
Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Lyman of Manhattan, Kansas are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Tiffany Bo Lyman, to Thomas Edward Ruzicka, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Ruzicka of Our Town. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. Herman Kastner of Manhattan, Kansas, and the late Mrs. Kastner, and Mrs. Mike […]
Read More![Wayside Waifs – Strutt With Your Mutt](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/11-online-wayside-1.jpg)
Strutt With Your Mutt was held on September 20th in Brookside. More than 1,300 people and their pets strutted down Brookside Boulevard on a beautiful Sunday morning in support of Wayside Waifs. Proceeds support the rescue and care for thousands of animals on their journey to find forever homes. Also featured in the November 1st […]
Read More![The Kansas City Ballet Guild – Fall Luncheon](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/RL1A0094-1.jpg)
The Kansas City Ballet Guild’s 2014-2015 Season’s Fall Luncheon was held on September 11th at Webster House. Members enjoyed a delicious lunch, beautiful fall floral arrangements from Craig Sole Designs and the Kansas City Ballet Second Company dancers in their vibrant Alice (in wonderland) costumes. Also featured in the November 1st issue of The Independent […]
Read More![Happy Birthday, Scarlett!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-3.12.10-PM.png)
Adorable Scarlett Ann Harris turned one in October and celebrated her birthday with a candy-corn themed party at the home of her parents, Brooke and Richie Harris. The birthday girl adores her pal, Arthur, a Newfoundland. While being strolled at running speed, Scarlett giggles with glee, but she frowns when she hears a leaf blower. […]
Read More![Nigro’s Western Store – Boots & Breast Cancer](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-3.12.40-PM.png)
Nigro’s Western Store hosted Giddy Up for Boots and Breast Cancer on October 23rd. Guests enjoyed appetizers, refreshments and door prizes. The $10 door donations benefit cleaningforareason.org, the Jennifer Ireland Foundation and the University of Kansas Cancer Center.
Read More![Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph – Celebration of Hope Gala](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Screen-Shot-2017-11-14-at-12.39.48-PM.png)
Peggy and Mark Schmidtlein are the chairmen of Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph’s Celebration of Hope Gala. The special 135th anniversary celebration will be held on November 8th at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Also featured in the October 18th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Emily + Pete: Wedding Photographers Chairmen […]
Read More![Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties – Mothers’ Tea](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/JLCot14_0043-1.jpg)
Lake Quivira Country Club was the setting for the Mothers’ Tea for the Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties’ Community Ball and Cotillion. Lisa Coen is serving as the Cotillion chairman. Mothers of the participants enjoyed the unveiling of the beautiful gown, which will be worn by the young ladies at the event. Cindy […]
Read More![Spotlight on Centurions – Angela Harse](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Screen-Shot-2017-11-14-at-12.40.19-PM-300x195.png)
After spending more than 10 years as an attorney in private practice, Angela Harse joined Children’s Mercy Hospital as Staff Counsel and Assistant Risk Manager. Angela is a member of the Centurions Class of 2015. She serves as the communication chairman and is helping to plan the December Task Force and the Women’s Forum next […]
Read More![Women’s Employment Network – 2014 Legacy Circle Cocktail Party](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Web-Photo-2-1.jpg)
The 2014 Legacy Circle Cocktail Party, a benefit for the Women’s Employment Network, was held on September 18th at the lovely home of Steve Metzler and Brian Williams. The event honored WEN’s Legacy Circle donors, who are instrumental in supporting WEN’s mission to empower women to achieve economic independence through sustained employment. Also featured in […]
Read More![Spotlight on Centurions – Greg Mosher](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Screen-Shot-2017-11-14-at-12.41.33-PM.png)
Greg Mosher is a senior vice president at Lockton Companies. He and his wife, Holly, have three children, Mia, Hudson and Graham. Greg has been a member of the March of Dimes board of directors and the Signature Chefs Auction committee for two years. This year, Holly and Greg were the chairmen of the Signature […]
Read More![Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Schellhorn!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-3.08.01-PM.png)
Kendall Marie Matous and Charles William Schellhorn, Jr. were married on May 24th at Village Presbyterian Church. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth John Matous of Wichita, Kansas. Kendall is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles John Matous of Wichita and the late Mr. and Mrs. William T. Powell, Jr. […]
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