Hats Off to Mothers was held on May 14th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Lynne Weilert was the chairman, and Lara Moritz served as emcee. Ann Joyner was the guest speaker of the event that benefited Open Options UCP. (Seated) Barbara Storm and Julia Irene Kauffman (standing) Sandy Jackson Honorees […]

The Symphony League’s Symphony Ball, “Rhapsody in Blue,” will be held on September 12th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Joan Horan is the honorary chairman, and Elaine Mann and Annette Sherrow are serving as co-chairmen. Steering committee members gathered recently to make special plans for the event. Ball Co-chairman Elaine […]

The Kansas City Ballet Patrons Society celebrated the end of a very successful 2014-15 performance season with a Cocktail Reception on May 21st at Pennway Place. Guests honored Jill Marlow, who retired from her dance career, and celebrated The Ballet’s five extraordinary productions: Alice (in Wonderland), the final production of Todd Bolender’s The Nutcracker, New […]

More than 500 guests enjoyed The Center for Practical Bioethics’ Annual Dinner and Joan Berkley Symposium on April 30th and May 1st . The theme of this year’s event was “Healing What Hurts: The Politics of Pain.” The under-treatment of pain, which affects 100 million Americans, has been a focus of the Center’s work since […]

Jody Tillotson’s beautiful home was the perfect setting for a Cocktail Buffet, where guests enjoyed delicious fare and a special program featuring Dr. Marilyn Rymer, vice president of neurosciences at The University of Kansas Hospital; and Dr. Jeff Burns, the Edward H. Hashinger Professor of Neurology at The University of Kansas Medical Center. Laura and Lewis Gregory, Beverly […]

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s 27th Annual Ball, Savor The Moment – A Taste of New Beginnings, was held on April 25th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Kathy and Jim Polsinelli served as the chairmen. Proceeds support The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s mission to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, and […]

Becky and Brett Gordon served as chairmen of the 20th anniversary JDRF Dream Gala on May 2nd. More than 800 guests attended the evening that featured a cocktail reception, dinner and silent auction. More than two million dollars was raised at the event that ranked fifth out of more than 100 JDRF galas across the […]

Soirée 2015, celebrating the 39th season of The Friends of Chamber Music, was held on May 9th at Indian Hills Country Club. Guests enjoyed an elegant dinner, a concert by members of the Ying Quartet and silent and live auctions which featured rare vintage wines selected by Master Sommelier Doug Frost. Board Member Tom and […]

The Kansas City Ballet’s Business Season Celebration was held on May 15th at the Hotel Phillips. Guests had a wonderful time at the special event. Devon Carney, Kansas City Ballet; and Consuelo Cruz Jason Boman,  Jason Webb, business member; and Mike Bray Also featured in the June 27, 2015 issue of The Independent Photo Credit: […]

April 25th was the date for the YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s Challenger Program’s Challenge Your Fashion at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. The festive event featured dinner, silent and live auctions and a celebrity-filled fashion show with styles from Dillard’s and Meierotto Jewelers. Proceeds support the expansion of the Fred and […]

The March of Dimes’ March for Babies Kansas City was held on May 3rd at the Kansas City Power & Light District. Ten thousand walkers participated in this event. Also featured in the June 27, 2015 issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Jessica Strom Photography and Brandon Abe Photography  

The Child Abuse Prevention Association’s (CAPA) Blue Ribbon Burgers & Brews was held on April 17th at Longview Mansion. Carol Sours served as the chairman. More than 200 guests enjoyed a silent auction, a raffle and unique tastings from local eateries and brews from top breweries, including Abita and KC Bier Company. Proceeds support CAPA’s […]

Synergy Services’ 25th Annual Kindest Kansas Citian Awards was held on May 8th at The View at Briarcliff. Guests enjoyed hearing portions of the essays written by 20 area students who were chosen from more than 5,500 entries honoring their Kindest Kansas Citians. Barbara Unell and Liz Uhlmann were the honorary co-chairmen, and Jenny Tuck […]

May 14th was the date for The Children’s Relief Association (CRA) Auxiliary of Children’s Mercy’ Gift Shop Grand Opening. CRA was founded in 1910 and has a rich history of volunteering at Children’s Mercy. This spring, the hospital’s main gift shop was relocated and renovated, which CRA celebrated with a special fundraising campaign and reception. […]

May 1st was the date for The Saint Luke’s Foundation at Saint Luke’s South Hospital’s eighth annual Books & Boutiques at the Overland Park Convention Center. Alicia Cabrera-Hill, Kim Madden and Dr. Marsha Weaver were co-chairmen, and Lara Mortiz served as the emcee. Laura McBride, author of We Are Called To Rise; was the featured […]

Stacey Lukas, Bernard Shondell, Katie Campbell, and Chadwick Brooks were the co-chairmen of The Kansas City CARE Clinic’s BLOOM Party, “Camp BLOOM,” on May 2nd under the 12th Street Bridge in the West Bottoms. Guests enjoyed glamourous mess-fare from Bread & Butter Concept restaurants. Zim Loy served as the honorary chairman. Co-chairman Stacey Lukas with […]

May 12th was the date for The Kansas City Ballet Guild’s annual Spring Luncheon. The lovely event was held at The American Restaurant and featured a delicious lunch and beautiful floral arrangements by Craig Sole. Lisa Schubert Hickok is the Guild president. Siobhan McLaughlin Lesley is serving as chairman of the Nutcracker Ball, to be […]

May 8th was the date for the third annual Pour for More, a benefit for KidsTLC. Anne and Dr. Bart Putnam and Mathew Norgard were the honorary co-chairmen of the event that was held at The Guild. Proceeds support KidsTLC’s programs which focus on psychiatric treatment, community outreach, outpatient behavioral health, autism, and wellness. Chris […]

May 12th was the date for a Benefactors’ Party for the Hats Off to Mothers, hosted by Kelly Cole and Halls on Grand. Lynne Weilert served as chairman of Hats Off to Mothers on May 14th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. The luncheon was a benefit for Open Options UCP. […]

The Kansas City Symphony Alliance’s 46th Symphony Designers’ Showhouse was celebrated in grand style. Julie and Vince Clark were the honorary chairmen of the Designers’ Toast Opening Night Party on May 8th, and Kami Toben was the chairman of the Divine Design Connection event on May 19th. Both events were held at the Showhouse which […]

Nearly 100 members enjoyed The Kansas City Young Matrons’ Installation Day Tea. Guests savored a delicious brunch at the current clubhouse. Drawings of the new clubhouse were unveiled, and proceeds from the 2015 Magic Ball were presented to the beneficiary, NAMI of Greater Kansas City. Mary Anderson, Lucinda Rice-Petrie and Ken Anderson KCYM Members Debbie […]