The National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial was the site for a reception and special screening of Unbroken on December 16th. Guests enjoyed a preview screening of the film, auction items including a copy of the Unbroken book that was signed by Louie Zamperini and a reception and tour of the Museum with […]

December 18th was the date for Unbound’s inaugural event, An Unbound Experience. Beth and John Manley were the honorary chairmen, and Elizabeth Alex served as the emcee. Also featured in the January 24th issue of The Independent  Ron and Kathy Roux with Jennifer Siebes, Unbound David and Diane Hentges, Marty and Bill Porter and Tharon […]

Nearly 800 guests gathered at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center for Ozanam’s 31st annual Hollywood Holiday Gala on December 4th. After a lovely dinner, everyone enjoyed a video and a performance by the Ozanam cheerleaders. Larry Moore, who has served as the emcee for the last 31 years, kicked off the live […]

KVC Health Systems’ The Gala on Fire was held at the historic Firestone Building. Bonne Illig, Kim Stevens, Debbie Douville, Kristina Klug, Lenise Ward, Ashlee Bressel, and Jenni Howard, all with VanBrock; served as the co-chairmen of the November 21st event.   Also featured in the January 24th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: David […]

Vicki Novorr and James Klein were the co-chairmen of the sixth annual Ages of Excellence, a benefit for Village Shalom, on November 20th at the Overland Park Convention Center. Rick Reilly was the featured speaker, and the Stephen J. Schoenfeld Volunteer Recognition Award was presented to the staff of Village Shalom for their exemplary actions […]

The Johnson County Community College Foundation held its annual Some Enchanted Evening scholarship gala on November 8th at the Overland Park Marriott. Mary Birch was the chairman, and Bryan Biggs served as the corporate sponsor chairman. The Johnson Countian of the Year Award was presented to Dr. Gary Morsch, president and founder of Heart to […]

November 18th was the date for Children’s Mercy Hospital’s Inside Pediatrics Premiere Party at Starlight Theatre. Inside Pediatrics is a six-part documentary narrated by Paul Rudd that featured the inspiring stories of 28 families at Children’s Mercy Hospital. More than 400 guests enjoyed a panel discussion moderated by Lara Moritz and Len Jennings with physicians […]

November 7th was the date for the March of Dimes’ Nurse of the Year Awards gala at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. Awards were presented to exceptional nurses from a variety of settings. Dean Karen Miller, The University of Kansas School of Nursing; was the honorary chairman, and Tammy Peterman, The University of […]

Barbara P. Allen and David Wysong were the honorary co-chairmen, and Colleen and Joe Euteneuer served as the chairmen of The Women’s Foundation’s 22nd Annual Luncheon. More than 1,400 guests attended the sold-out event on December 5th that featured former United States Secretary of State Dr. Madeleine K. Albright as the keynote speaker at the […]

The Sugar Plum Fairy Children’s Ball was held on December 6th at Union Station Kansas City. Kris Marriott Calovich was the chairman of the 20th annual that featured the Kansas City Youth Ballet performing excerpts from The Nutcracker, holiday carols sung by the Ginger Frost High School Honors Artists, magicians, face painting, photos with the […]

Indian Hills Country Club was the beautiful setting for The Symphony League’s Holiday Party on December 11th. Anne Elsberry passed the president’s gavel to Sandy Jackson, and Pamela Fleischer presented a check for $700,000 to Frank Byrne, the Kansas City Symphony; for the proceeds from the 2014 Symphony Ball. Shirley Helzberg received the Symphony League’s […]

December 4th was the date for the Angel Board of The Children’s Place’s Holiday at the Farm. Guests enjoyed delicious wine, hors d’oeuvres, wonderful shopping, and entertainment by classical guitarist Charlie Matson at Noel’s in Mission Farms. Proceeds support the youngest survivors of abuse, neglect and other childhood traumas at The Children’s Place. Also featured […]

The beautiful home of Tina and Jeff Montgomery was the setting for the Kansas City Young Matrons’ Mistletoe Party. Members enjoyed cocktails, delicious fare and fun conversation at the festive event. Also featured in the January 10t issue of The Independent Photo Credit: David Remley Gail Van Way, Heather Ryan, Janet Bjerke, and Christy Jennings […]

ReDiscover’s 45th Celebration was held on November 14th at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. The festive event featured a cocktail reception, a gourmet dinner, silent and live auctions, and entertainment from Grammy and Tony Award-winner Jennifer Holliday. ReDiscover’s programs provide quality mental health and substance abuse services to more than 8,000 individuals annually. […]

November 7th was the date for the UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo. Deanna and Greg Graves were the honorary chairmen, and Katherine and Jim Schorgl served as the chairmen. Proceeds support scholarships, student travel and instruments and technology that students might not otherwise have. Also featured in the December 13th issue of The […]

Claudio Bisogniero, Ambassador of Italy to the United States, visited the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial on November 17th for a special reception in conjunction with the debut of War & Art, a new exhibition featuring photographs documenting the preservation of Italian art and cultural heritage during World War I. The exhibition, […]

Holly and Greg Mosher were the chairmen for the Signature Chefs Auction, a benefit for March of Dimes, on October 13th at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Guests enjoyed delicious fare from the 2014 Signature Chefs: Michael Corvino, The American Restaurant; Howard Hanna, The Rieger Hotel Grill & Exchange; Natasha Goellner, Natasha’s […]

The Bean Hangar at The Roasterie was the setting for the Child Abuse Prevention Association’s fifth annual Black & Orange Bash on October 24th. Guests enjoyed a costume contest, live music by The Chad Abernathy Band, exciting raffle items, and a Royals watch party as part of the World Series excitement. Kristen Abernathy served as […]

MOCSA’s Johnson County Fall Forum was held on October 10th at the Overland Park Marriott. More than 275 guests supported MOCSA programming and learned more about sexual violence prevention at the event. Dr. Alan Heisterkamp, a recognized educator and leader in the field of violence prevention, was the keynote speaker. Judy and Chuck Wells were […]

The Benefactors’ Party for the Friends of the Conservatory of Music and Dance at UMKC’s Crescendo was held on November 4th at the beautiful home of Joan and Byron Thompson. The Byron Thompson family and Country Club Bank were the hosts of the lovely event. Crescendo was held on November 7th at the Kauffman Center […]

October 11th was the date for The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art’s “ROAR” Anniversary Gala. Karen and Jack Holland were the honorary chairmen, and Christy Gautreaux, Scott Heidmann and Mary Kemper Wolf were the co-chairmen of the 20th anniversary event that featured endless libations, delicious fare from Café Sebastienne and fabulous entertainment. Proceeds support the […]