The Pet Resource Center of Kansas City’s Fairy-Tails Ball was held on June 15th at the Uptown Theater. The elegant evening featured a delicious dinner and dessert from Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions, silent and live auctions, and live entertainment by RockShow. All proceeds support affordable and accessible veterinary care for our community’s pets.  Featured in […]

Kersti Azar recently moved from Chicago to Kansas City and immediately started making an impact in MOCSA’s hospital advocacy program. She completed 40 hours of training and has provided more than 230 hours of service to survivors already! “I’ve been deeply impressed with MOCSA’s dedication and outreach. It is creating a safer and healthier environment […]

June 2nd was the date for Kansas City Rose Society’s Rose Day and Rose Show. The beautiful event was held in the Laura Conyers Smith Municipal Rose Garden in Loose Park. Barbara McCanse was the Rose Show chairman, and Elizabeth Walters served as the Rose Day chairman. More than 300 roses were submitted for the […]

The Jewel Ball Gentlemen’s Serenade was held to honor the mothers, grandmothers, and special guests of the Gentlemen of The Jewel Ball. The June 2nd event was held at Mission Hills Country Club. The festive and floral afternoon gave the men a chance to serenade the special women in their lives with an elegant celebration. […]

The Jewel Ball Debutante Tea was held at The Kansas City Country Club on June 2nd. Catherine Carothers and Linda O’Hara served as co-chairmen for the lovely event. Debutantes, mothers, and grandmothers were treated to an elegant afternoon honoring the ladies, just days before the presentation.  Featured in the July 27, 2024 issue of The […]

Kansas City Symphony Board Chair Linda Gill Taylor was joined by past Symphony board chairs and generous supporters on April 3rd to honor Music Director emeritus Michael Stern at the annual Chairman’s Dinner. Guests enjoyed cocktails at Extra Virgin, followed by a musical program and a five-course meal at Farina. Michael Stern received many heartfelt […]

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City’s Legacy Invitational golf tournament was held on May 20th at Loch Lloyd Country Club and on June 10th at The National Golf Club. Golfers enjoyed unmatched amenities, including a gift salon with apparel, shoes, accessories, and much more. Proceeds support the organization’s mission to clear the path to a […]

Join HappyBottoms in celebrating 15 years of alleviating diaper need in our city! Diaper Bowl 2024 will be held on September 19th at Ameristar Casino & Hotel. The fun night will feature live music, silent and live auctions, a golden raffle, and great eats and drinks. Kim Maguire and Jessie VanLandingham are the event co-chairs.  […]

University Academy Foundation’s 22nd Annual Gala, Fore! The Love of UA, was held on April 13th. Erika and David Dickey were the honorary chairs, and Byron White, UA Foundation board chair and alum, served as the event chair. Guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, and mini-golf holes, in addition to celebrating the 20th anniversary of the first […]

Laura Palacios is a woman who gets things done. In her words, she “means business” when it comes to the causes she champions. Renowned for her support of literacy, diversity advocacy, and numerous other initiatives, Laura’s extensive community contributions have earned her recognition as a Rising Star from The Independent.  The motivations behind such dedication […]