![St. Teresa’s Academy Auction -You’re a Shining Star](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/STA-web-1.jpg)
St. Teresa’s Academy Auction, “You’re a Shining Star,” will swing into town on November 23rd. Alumnae and friends enjoyed recent events at the beautiful homes of Julie and John Strickland and Julie and Steve Zanone to gather gifts for the 2013 Auction. Lynn and Jay Reardon, Lena and Joe Runyan and Amy and Jim Sullivan are […]
Read More![Walk with Us to Cure Lupus](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-3.31.51-PM.png)
Eddie Kennison, one of Our Town’s most beloved former Kansas City Chiefs, is leading the way to raise funds to battle lupus at the Walk with Us to Cure Lupus on November 2nd at the CommunityAmerica Ballpark. Proceeds from the event will raise funds to find a cure for lupus, an autoimmune disease that affects […]
Read More![CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties – Hops & Barley Ball](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Photo-27A-l-to-r-Becky-Seitter-Connie-Batchelder.jpg)
The Hops & Barley Ball, a benefit for CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties, was held on September 27th. Guests enjoyed a creative menu of comfort foods, the Dark Horse Distillery’s signature liquors, dancing, and a silent auction. Proceeds from the event will help train volunteers to advocate for the abused and neglected children served […]
Read More![Congratulations Mollie and Brian!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.05.29-PM.png)
Mr. and Mrs. Don Christopher Black of Prairie Village are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary “Mollie” Newman Black, to Brian Joseph Bechtold, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Bechtold of Springfield, Missouri. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Angus McCallum and the late Mr. and […]
Read More![New Belgium Beer Tasting](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Wayside-Rimann-2-1.jpg)
On September 12th, both people and pets had a tail waggin’ good time at the New Belgium Beer Tasting at Rimann Liquors. Proceeds benefited Wayside Waifs, Our Town’s largest and most comprehensive no-kill pet adoption campus. Also featured in the November 2nd issue of The Independent Cecil Lam, Michelle Kovacs, Dianne Siegel, Ellen Hanson posed […]
Read More![Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City – 2013 Chiefs Charity Game](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/ccg6.jpg)
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City was chosen as the 2013 Chiefs Charity Game beneficiary. The Game was held on August 16th against the San Francisco 49ers and raised more than $500,000. Jeanette Prenger and Dave Ebbrecht were the honorary co-chairmen, and Paul Kushnir served as the chairman. Also featured in the November […]
Read More![Harriman-Jewell Series – Prelude](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/HJSGala_038-1.jpg)
September 30th was the date for Prelude, an annual benefit to celebrate the 49th season of the Harriman-Jewell Series, at Indian Hills Country Club. Maureen and Richard Durwood were the honorary chairmen, and Pati Chasnoff, Merry Prostic and Susan Spaulding served as the co-chairmen. Guests enjoyed a performance by special guest artist, baritone Daniel Belcher, […]
Read More![Spotlight on Centurions – John Burgess](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-2.22.55-PM.png)
John Burgess joined Walsworth Publishing Company in 2009 and serves as director of strategy and innovation. John is a member of the Centurions Class of 2014 and serves as co-chairman of the Curriculum Committee. John also contributes his time and talent to the Gillis Center for Children and Families, Cornerstones of Care and Junior Achievement. […]
Read More![Congratulations, Alexis and Nick!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-15-at-2.05.50-PM.png)
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Paolantonio of Wayne, Pennsylvania, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Alexis Michelle Paolantonio, to Nicholas Guy Pickard, the son of Nancy Pickard of Prairie Village and Mr. and Mrs. Guy Pickard of Fairway. Alex is the granddaughter of Mr. Joseph Paolantonio of Wayne, Pennsylvania, and the late Mrs. […]
Read More![Human Relations Dinner – Henry Bloch](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-2.23.31-PM.png)
November 24th is the date for the Jewish Community Relations Bureau l American Jewish Committee’s Human Relations Dinner to be held at the Sheraton Kansas City at Crown Center. Anita B. Gorman, Phil Kirk, David H. Westbrook, and Kristi Wyatt are serving as the co-chairmen. The Honorable John Lewis, Congressman from Georgia and civil rights […]
Read More![Kansas City Art Institute – Patron Preview](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-2.24.12-PM.png)
A Patron Preview will take place on December 5th at the Kansas City Art Institute, the evening before its much-anticipated end-of-semester exhibition and sale of student artwork. Pam and Gary Gradinger are the chairmen. Also featured in the November 2nd issue of The Independent Pam and Gary Gradinger, chairmen
Read More![The Lyric Opera Circle](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Image-8-1.jpg)
The Lyric Opera Circle welcomed five new members recently with a dinner at Brio Tuscan Grille. Members enjoyed conversation and delicious food and spirits. Also featured in the November 2nd issue of The Independent Abby McCaffree, membership co-chairman; Amy Graham and Felicia Bondi Felicia Bondi, Amy Graham and Elaine Mann Francie Mayer, Abby McCaffree, Christine […]
Read More![Powell Gardens – Fifth annual Under a Harvest Moon](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_8535-1.jpg)
September 22nd was the date for Powell Gardens’ fifth annual Under a Harvest Moon, “A Farm to Table Dinner.” Lory and Kevin Childress served as chairmen of the event which will benefit the youth education programs at Powell Gardens. Chef Alex Pope, Local Pig and Pigwich; prepared a multi-course feast for guests. Also featured in […]
Read More![The Kansas City Ballet Guild – Fall Luncheon](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/RL1A0190-1.jpg)
The Kansas City Ballet Guild’s Fall Luncheon was held at Brio Tuscan Grille on September 26th. Jeffrey Bentley, Kansas City Ballet; was the featured speaker. Guests enjoyed a delicious Italian lunch and the tables were adorned with fabulous floral arrangements by Craig Sole. Also featured in the November 2nd issue of The Independent Photo Credit: […]
Read More![The REACH Healthcare Foundation – A Decade of REACH](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013-10-02-4-Brenda-Sharpe-Bridget-McCandless-Steve-Roling-1.jpg)
On September 27th, The REACH Healthcare Foundation celebrated its 10th anniversary with a community event at the Regnier Center at Johnson County Community College. Former Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson and Bob Regnier were the featured speakers. On October 2nd, guests enjoyed a community luncheon at The Gallery, in celebration of “A Decade of Reach.” Brenda […]
Read More![Women’s Foundation – 21st Annual Luncheon](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-2.24.41-PM.png)
On December 6th, the Women’s Foundation of Greater Kansas City will host the 21st Annual Luncheon at the Sheraton Kansas City at Crown Center. America Ferrera, who plays Betty Suarez on ABC’s Ugly Betty, will be the featured speaker. America is a passionate advocate for women and girls, devoting her time to Save the Children, […]
Read More![Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas – The Gathering](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/092413_0018-1.jpg)
September 24th was the date for The Gathering, a new event launched by Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas. More than 100 guests attended, and Lon Lane and Stewart Lane, both with Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions; demonstrated a variety of unique techniques for preserving and pickling. A new book, Serving Kansas City…New Roots, was released in […]
Read More![Spotlight on Centurions – William Sosna](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/Screen-Shot-2017-11-13-at-2.25.11-PM.png)
William Sosna is a staff scientist at MRIGlobal. Bill serves in the medical countermeasures division and has worked overseas on a classified program to combat the War on Terror. Bill is a member of the Centurions, Class of 2014. He serves as co-chairman of the trip committee, where is he responsible for logistics, entertainment and […]
Read More![William Jewell College – Opening Convocation Ceremony](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/01-Opening-Convocation-PLC-Dedication-WEB-1.jpg)
On September 6th, William Jewell College celebrated the beginning of its academic year with an Opening Convocation Ceremony on the campus quad. Jill and Marshall Dean, Jr. and Jean and Don Wagner were awarded the William F. Yates Medallion for Distinguished Service. The event concluded with the dedication of the Pryor Learning Commons, a $15 […]
Read More![Kansas City Ballet – KC Dance Day](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/BDPX8691-1.jpg)
On August 24th, the Kansas City Ballet presented its third annual KC Dance Day at the Todd Bolender Center. The day featured performances, classes, giveaways, and food trucks. Also featured in the October 19th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Brett Pruitt and East Market Studios The Creative Movement class was a hit with the […]
Read More![The University of Kansas Hospital – 12th Annual Treads & Threads](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/tt2013_m250-1.jpg)
On September 6th, The University of Kansas Hospital’s 12th annual Treads & Threads gala came roaring into the Kansas Speedway. Proceeds from the event support personalized cancer care at The University of Kansas Cancer Center, the region’s only National Cancer Institute-designated center. Also featured in the October 19th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Mark […]
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