![Rachel’s Reads – October 2019](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/unnamed-2.png)
With the release of the Downton Abbey movie, historical fiction has been at the forefront of mainstream media. With the beautiful costumes and historical research taking center stage, I thought it would be fun to share a few of my favorite historical fiction novels set across the ages and across the globe. A Gentleman in […]
Read More![The Dish with Ann – Poi-ō](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Poi-O-1.jpg)
Tucked off Southwest Boulevard, Poi-ō – a play on the enunciation of the Spanish word for chicken, pollo – has a hipster vibe that is obviously attractive to the non-stop flow of customers. This fast casual restaurant has a counter for ordering, a clean, simple decor, communal seating, and is festooned with floor to ceiling […]
Read More![The Victory Project – The Victory Gala and Sporting Invitational](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/7.-Victory-Gala-Website.jpg)
The Victory Gala and Sporting Invitational raised funds for The Victory Project. Margaret and Josh Arnold and Dana Linville and Jim Alderman served as the co-chairmen. The Victory Gala was held at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown, and the Sporting Invitational golf tournament was held at Loch Lloyd Country Club. Proceeds […]
Read More![The Symphony League – Symphony Ball Benefactors’ Party](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Symphony-Benefactor-028.jpg)
The Symphony League’s Symphony Ball Benefactors’ Party was held on September 4th at the beautiful home of Kurt Knapstein. Tricia Scott served as chairman of the event. Ball Honorary Chairmen Rita and Lamar Hunt, Jr. thanked the more than 200 guests for their support of the Kansas City Symphony. The Symphony League’s Symphony Ball, “The […]
Read More![Shawnee Mission Education Foundation – Fall Breakfast](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/50thSMEF_0240.jpg)
More than 1,100 guests attended Shawnee Mission Education Foundation’s annual Fall Breakfast, which was held on September 5th at the Overland Park Convention Center. This year marks 50 years of unification for the Shawnee Mission School District. Dr. Mike Fulton, Shawnee Mission School District, delivered the “State of the District” address. The event featured performances […]
Read More![Olathe Health Charitable Foundation – 19th Annual Golf Classic](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/OHCF-14.jpg)
Sycamore Ridge Golf Club was the setting for Olathe Health Charitable Foundation’s 19th annual Golf Classic. The September 6th event featured great golf, delectables, and entertainment. Funds raised support the Olathe Health Hospice House. Jason Toalson Ashley Carpenter and Emily Conaty flanked Ken Courtney, the Magic Hitman, who entertained guests. Nick Sindorf […]
Read More![The Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties – Mothers’ Tea](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/B69U9524.jpg)
The elegant Mothers’ Tea, the beginning of the Cotillion season for The Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties in Kansas, was held recently at Lake Quivira Country Club. The ladies who gathered represented students from 28 area high schools who will be debutantes and escorts at the 69th Community Ball and Cotillion on December […]
Read More![BOTAR – Royal Welcome](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/DR1_2318.jpg)
September 5th was the date for the Royal Welcome for BOTARs, Escorts, and Royal Escorts. Cathy Frame, Maggie Frame, and Anna Frame served as the co-chairmen. Guests learned about the history, mission, and purpose of the American Royal. Afterward, their parents joined them – and everyone celebrated the start of the BOTAR season. The 70th […]
Read More![Kansas City Ballet Guild – Kick Off Party](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/¬LarryFLevensonBalletGuildKickOff2019AugEP-0020.jpg)
More than 100 ballet enthusiasts and dancers gathered for Kansas City Ballet Guild’s Kick Off Party, which was held on August 25th at Lidia’s Kansas City. Guests enjoyed listening to Guild President John Walker and Devon Carney, Kansas City Ballet, discuss the exciting new season ahead. Proceeds support the company’s repertory, its engagement and educational […]
Read More![BARRE KC – KC Streetcar BARRE Crawl](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/IMG_7886.jpg)
Members of BARRE KC, Kansas City Ballet’s young friends group, recently enjoyed the KC Streetcar BARRE Crawl, where each stop featured a theme from one of this year’s ballet performances.The mid-afternoon fun began with an open rehearsal of Carmina Burana at the Todd Bolender Center, followed by a trip to the Crossroads Hotel for a […]
Read More![Kansas City Young Matrons – Reassembly Day Tea](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/DSC3121.jpg)
The Kansas City Young Matrons held its Reassembly Day Tea on September 9th. A delicious brunch preceded the first business meeting of the 2019-2020 year. Karen Leimer is serving as president. Kristy Frazier, Anne Keil, and Sally Beal Susan Kreamer and Teri Kehm Past Presidents: Mary Pat Fruin, Sue Lund, Bonne Illig, […]
Read More![In the Spotlight – Snow Ball](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/MikeJoKuckelman.jpg)
Jo and Mike Kuckelman are the presidents for the 46th Annual Snow Ball, with Mary McGowan Swartz, representing the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund, serving as the honorary president. Cocktails, dinner, and dancing are on the agenda for the evening of January 18th at the Overland Park Convention Center. The event is a benefit for […]
Read More![Spotlight on Centurions – Michael Comer](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Comer-Michael.jpg)
Michael Comer is a graduate of Kansas State University and a vice president with JE Dunn Construction. He is a member of the Centurions Spring Class of 2020. The May Task Force, of which he was a member, focused on Kansas City’s past and future. He is currently serving as chairman of the legacy committee, […]
Read More![Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Lin!](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Goodwin-LinWedding100of495.jpg)
Sara Elizabeth Colt Goodwin and George Thomas Lin were married on June 22nd at Christ Community Church Brookside. The bride is the daughter of Kristin and John Goodwin of Mission Hills, Kansas. She is the granddaughter of Sara Colt of Mission Hills and the late Mack Colt, and Elizabeth and Frederick Goodwin, Jr. of Mission […]
Read More![The University of Kansas Health System – Treads & Threads](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/tt2019_m125.jpg)
Liz and Greg Maday were the honorary chairmen, and Kathy and Mark Donovan served as the chairmen for The University of Kansas Health System’s 18th annual Treads & Threads. More than 4,000 guests gathered for the September 6th event, which was held at Kansas Speedway. Proceeds will help bring leading-edge proton therapy to The University […]
Read More![The Belles of the American Royal – Presidents’ Tea](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/B69U9362.jpg)
Cynthia Pistilli Savage, Caroline Savage, and Lindley Savage served as co-chairmen of the 2019 BOTAR Presidents’ Tea. The September 7th event was held at The Kansas City Country Club. The 2019 BOTAR class and the Pages were introduced to the guests. The BOTAR Ball will be held on October 19th at the Muehlebach Tower of […]
Read More![2019 Directors of Philanthropy](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/FY20-Folly-Board-Photo.jpg)
In the Directors of Philanthropy issue, The Independent celebrates the remarkable people in Our Town who donate so much of their time and talents to charitable organizations. They make Kansas City a better place to live. Baptist-Trinity Lutheran Legacy Foundation To provide support in the greater Kansas City area for crisis related medical assistance, neighborhood […]
Read More![Toast to Olde Tymes – Tillie Heyle](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/HeyleTR1965-copy.jpg)
She married a jazz musician. That doesn’t completely explain Tillie Heyle’s love for the Conservatory, but it’s a good start. During his college days at the University of Missouri, Alvin K. Heyle was the pianist and leader of Rocky Heyle and His Radio Band. He was 27 when they married in 1934 and already an […]
Read More![2019 Class of Rising Stars Caitlin O’Byrne Waters](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/rs19_WATERS_Caitlin_212-copy.jpg)
Caitlin O’Byrne Waters’ personal motto is “to help others leave today better than yesterday.” She fearlessly pursues this mission with everything she does, whether it’s helping people live healthier lifestyles or dedicating her time and talents to local organizations. Her main passions are literacy and wellness. Caitlin has been a member of the steering committee […]
Read More![MOCSA – Night Out with MOCSA](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/DSC_1176-x7-1.jpg)
MOCSA’s 15th annual Night Out with MOCSA was held at The Gallery and The Kill Devil Club. Guests enjoyed remarks from Jenn Toro, featured speaker; along with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, fabulous auction items, and the music of DJ Max James. Ronda Zillner was the honorary chairman, and Cathy Wear-Ferguson and Stephane Bradley Cooch served as […]
Read More![Crib Note – Cooper Rau](https://kcindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_0676.jpeg)
Cooper Stephen Rau is the first child for Linda Howard Rau and Matthew Stephen Rau of Prairie Village, Kansas. This darling boy weighed eight pounds, four ounces, and was 20 inches long when he was born on June 5th. Cooper has blue eyes and strawberry blonde hair. He is the first grandchild for doting grandparents […]
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