The 2017 BOTAR Royal Welcome was held on September 7th at The American Royal Center. BOTARs, Escorts and Royal Escorts gathered with their families to learn more about BOTAR while watching a youth open practice in the arena. Guests enjoyed delicious fare from Relish Catering. The 68th BOTAR Ball will be held on October 21st at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown.
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| (Seated) Charlie and BOTAR President Tracy Tetrick, Victoria Launder and Bailey Pianalto (standing) Amy and Matt Snively, Jeff Berg, Kristie Larson, Jamie Berg, Lynn Parman, American Royal Association; Jessica Wright, Brett and Courtney Gray, Margaux Merriman, Jon Fiori, and Vince Pianalto |
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| Royal Welcome Committee Members: (Seated) Britton Norden and Lynne McElhinney (standing) Emily Hendricks, Lindsay Perrey, Julie Hessenflow, Kathy Woodward, and Stephanie Jones |
Also featured in the October 28, 2017 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: BOTAR and Anthony Mendolia
