New York Times best-selling author and Kansas City native Gretchen Rubin signed copies of her new book, Outer Order, Inner Calm: Declutter & Organize to Make Room for More Happiness on April 11th at a Patrons’ Party for Saint Luke’s Foundation’s Books & Boutiques. All proceeds supported the sports medicine program at Saint Luke’s South […]

Guests enjoyed the house and outdoor spaces when Jeanne and Joe Brandmeyer opened their lovely home for the Benefactor Party for the Lyric Opera Circle’s Lyric Opera Ball – For the Love of Opera. Barbara Haviland and Pamela Bruce, who served as Ball co-chairmen, thanked everyone for generously supporting the event. Marilyn and Kenneth Hager […]

At Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Standing Ovation event on April 14th, more than 1,300 Bigs, Littles, and supporters celebrated their friendships and how long they have been matched together. Matches enjoyed pre-show entertainment at the gala, which was held at the Overland Park Convention Center. Bigs and Littles enjoyed the gaming suite during the pre-show […]

April 11th was the date for the Family Conservancy’s 6th Annual Brew for Books at Boulevard Brewery. More than 1,600 books were collected to promote early literacy for at-risk children in Our Town.  Craig Miller, Megan Boos, Barnett Cardin, Jeff Boos, Laura Blasi, Kendra Cardin, Christopher Bobal, Jessica Bobal, Tony Gage, and Kendra Gage   […]

On April 11th, Jackson County CASA held its 19th annual Light of Hope Breakfast. Mira Mdivani was the honorary chairman, and Lara Klover was the chairman. John Holt served as the emcee. Patty Brehm, Jamie Johnson, and Kathy Bussing   Emcee John Holt looked on as Laura Williams presented Ann Goodrich with the Teresa Rabideau […]

The Kansas City Young Matrons’ class of 2018-2019 hosted the class of 2019-2020 at a New Member Luncheon. The April 25th event was held at the organization’s club house. (Seated) Anne Krause and Anne Blessing (standing) Marti Bodenhamer, Sheri Smith, and Nancy Brown   Cam McCracken, Mary Hockstad, Patti Paisner, Marcy Henderson, and Cindy Schenken […]

Union Station Kansas City was the place for the second annual Charlie’s Ball on February 23rd. Parents and children were entertained by Jim Cosgrove, also known as Mr. Stinky Feet. Everyone was dazzled by the balloon drop. Tanna Guthrie was the auctioneer, and Taylor Hemness served the emcee. Dinner (featuring dessert by Freezing Moo) was […]

The Annual Dinner for the Center for Practical Bioethics was held at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown on April 9th. Julie and Wayne Carter were the honorary chairmen. The 2019 Vision to Action Award was presented to Lisa and Jim Spigarelli. The keynote speaker was Jamie Metzl, author of Hacking Darwin: […]

The 49th annual 101 Awards, Kansas City’s salute to professional football, were held on March 9th at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Patrick Mahomes, Drew Brees, J.J. Watt, Aaron Donald, Frank Reich, Matt Nagy, and Andrew Wylie were honored. The event, hosted by the Committee of 101, benefited The University of Kansas Health System. Tavia […]

Celebrating the stylish pets of Our Town!  Lady • Nicole Capolino Photo Credit: Michael Pittman   GRiZ • Wyeth Atchison Photo Credit: Michael Pittman   Bella • Patty Baker   Murphy • Jill Dean   Parker • Jill Dean   Yayo • Janelle and Ryan Haverty   Jet • Deborah and Stewart Myers   Clark • Ellen […]

Boulevard Brewing Company was the setting for Girls on the Run Serving Greater Kansas City’s second annual Every Girl Evening. The March 28th event raised funds to provide financial assistance to ensure every girl in the Kansas City area can participate in Girls on the Run, regardless of her ability to cover program costs. Aaliah, […]

The Kansas City Symphony Alliance will host the 50th Symphony Designers’ Showhouse through May 12th. The home, located at 606 West 52nd Street, is directly across the street from the Loose Park Rose Garden. Kate Hodel and Patti Lindstrom are serving as the co-chairmen. Members are very excited to celebrate the 50th Showhouse, which is […]

More than 400 guests recently enjoyed Rose Brooks Center’s Safe Futures Brunch. Hosted by Annie and Ben Struby, the morning featured delicious food, mimosas and Bloody Marys, and a presentation about the recent work of Rose Brooks Center. This year, more than $64,000 was raised for the families and pets of Rose Brooks Center. (Front […]

February 23rd was the date for Barstow on Baltimore, the 2019 auction, which was held at The Brass on Baltimore. Tara Georgie, Amy Bauman, and Latha Reiland were co-chairmen of the “Mad Men” themed event. Guests enjoyed silent and live auctions, a bourbon tasting, and dancing. Proceeds support The Barstow Fund. Chucker Luetje and Susan […]

Alphapointe’s fourth annual Boots & Pearls, Wine & Whiskey event was held on February 22nd at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Scott Thornhill, Alphapointe, gave a moving speech on his own experience of living with vision loss. Former Kansas City Royal Jaime Bluma served as emcee, and Ida McBeth and Friends performed. Partygoers enjoyed small […]

Lené Westerman and Colleen McGraw O’Malley and Kevin O’Malley were the co-chairmen of Benedictine College’s Scholarship Ball. The 48th annual event raised more than one million dollars. Guests enjoyed special speeches, videos, performances by the Raven Regiment marching band, Fund-A-Raven, and dancing to the tunes of the Michael Beers Band. The evening featured a presentation […]

Anne Gagel and Simon McGee and their children, Fintan, Eoin, Cormac, and Paxico McGee, served as chairmen of The Children’s SPOT at Saint Luke’s Hospital’s Once Upon A Time event. The February 10th gala was held at the Overland Park Convention Center. Guests of all ages enjoyed carnival games, face painting, crafts, a raffle, and […]

The 14th Annual HALO Kansas City ArtReach Auction was held on February 22nd at the Brass on Baltimore. Susie and Chad Wollard were the honorary chairmen. Hero of the Year was the title bestowed on Sally Sallee. Carly Rae Robinson and HALO Kansas City children created the live auction item, “Love Heals,” and she was […]

The K-State Alumni Association hosted the 13th annual Wabash CannonBall on February 22nd at the Overland Park Convention Center. The event raises funds for scholarships for future K-State students from the Kansas City area.  (Seated) Darin Russell and Jack and Haley Epps (standing) Matt Lagree, Sherri and Kevin Gwinner, and Kent and Rhonda Gasaway   […]

The Hands & Hearts for Children Auxilary hosted the 15th Annual Red Hot Night Gala, a benefit for Children’s Mercy, in the Kay Barnes Ballroom of the Kansas City Convention Center on February 16th. Lisa and Barry Ginter and Jill and Ray Kowalik served as the honorary co-chairmen. Suzy Hall and Diane Gallagher were the […]

The 32nd Anniversary Cabaret, a tune-filled evening for a good cause, was held on March 3rd at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. The Atlantic City Boys wowed the audience at the benefit for Rose Brooks Center. Proceeds will be used to help end violence toward thousands of families and their pets. Mary […]