The 2014 Legacy Circle Cocktail Party, a benefit for the Women’s Employment Network, was held on September 18th at the lovely home of Steve Metzler and Brian Williams. The event honored WEN’s Legacy Circle donors, who are instrumental in supporting WEN’s mission to empower women to achieve economic independence through sustained employment.  Also featured in […]

MOCSA’s 10th annual Young at Art Cocktail Party and Auction was held at the Uptown Theater. Deanna and Greg Graves were the honorary chairmen, and Melanie Fenske and Kim Harp served as the co-chairmen of the event that featured signature martinis, hors d’oeuvres, silent and live auctions, and a live performance by The Elders. Proceeds […]

Kat Baty and Cat Larrison served as the co-chairmen of the 2014 BOTAR Royal Welcome. The September 5th event was held at The American Royal. BOTARs, escorts, royal escorts, and their families enjoyed a delicious Mexican buffet and learned about the rich history of The American Royal. The 65th BOTAR Ball will be held on […]

September 5th was the date for The University of Kansas Hospital’s 13th annual Treads & Threads at the Kansas Speedway. Proceeds support personalized cancer treatment, including genetic counseling and a new palliative care suite at The University of Kansas Cancer Center, the region’s only National Cancer Institute-designated center. Also featured in the October 18th issue […]

The Kansas City Ballet’s fourth annual KC Dance Day was held on August 23rd at the Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity. The special event featured free dance and fitness classes for children and adults, as well as performances by local dance groups and world dance groups representing different dance cultures. Also featured in […]

September 8th was the date for the Kansas City Young Matrons’ Reassembly Day Tea. More than 100 members enjoyed catching up after summer break, followed by a delicious brunch.  Also featured in the October 18, 2014 issue of The Independent Photo Credit: David Remley  Marsha Voran, Marilee Benage, Mary Walker, Mary Whitaker, and Linda Weber […]

Laura and Lantz Welch’s beautiful Camelot Castle at Weatherby Lake was the setting for the Lions in Four Launch Party on October 28th. Lions in Four is a socially conscious clothing and accessory brand created by Julie Martin of Our Town and is available at feng in Leawood and Halls on Grand. Also featured in […]

On August 23rd, The Lyric Opera of Kansas City performed Over There! Cabaret at the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial. The highlight of the evening was a cabaret performance featuring music from the era. Trudy and Jack Gabriel served as the chairmen. Also featured in the October 4th issue of The Independent […]

August 25th was the date for the 15th Annual Women’s Foundation Golf Classic at Oakwood Country Club. Sandy Schermerhorn was the honorary chairman of the event that featured 18 holes of competition, networking and fun. Proceeds from the event support the Women’s Foundation of Greater Kansas City. Also featured in the October 4th issue of […]

Project Poochie, “Poochie Productions: Broadway’s Gone to the Dogs” was held on August 22nd at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. More than 360 guests had a wonderful time at the furry runway fashion show that supports the SASSY Program at Great Plains SPCA and the Pet Memorial Garden. Also featured in the October […]

September 13th was the date for Halls on Grand’s Opening Gala. Partygoers enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, special entertainment, and tours of the exquisite shopper’s paradise. Also featured in the October 4th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Keith Gard Photography Jane Gard and Carnie Kline, Halls on Grand Katherine DeBruce and Susan Susz Guests enjoyed […]

Geri and Dave Frantze served as the chairmen of Hope & All That Jazz on August 16th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Proceeds from the 25th anniversary event support Hope House’s mission to provide shelter and comprehensive services to survivors of domestic violence in Our Town. Also featured in September […]

August 2nd was the date for The Family Conservancy’s Charity Bingo Night. Staff, board members and supporters enjoyed the fun atmosphere and fierce competition at Hamburger Mary’s.  Also featured in the September 6th issue of The Independent  Yelp supported the event by donating Yelp Swag as a giveaway for each bingo winner.  Sandy Richardson and […]

A good time was had by children from Our Town who got brand new toys and games from the Toy Industry Foundation to benefit the National CASA Association, Jackson County CASA and CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties. Also featured in the September 6th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Jeffrey Rumans and CASA Robin Hansen, […]

August 9th was the date for the second annual Beach Volleyball Tournament, hosted by the Young Advisory Board of The Children’s Place. Twenty-four teams registered to play and tried their hand at winning the prized first place trophy. Also featured in the September 6th issue of The Independent Photo Credit:  Rob Smith and BBBSGKC Tim […]

The WIN for KC Triathlon was held on July 26th at Smithville Lake. More than 1,200 participants competed in the event.  Also featured in the September 6th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Thomas Photographic Enterprises, Dan Dickinson and Jesse Miguel The first wave of swimmers started the race. Kellian Partridge Doyle powered through the […]

CiCi Rojas, Greg Graves and Tim DeSett were the honorary co-chairmen, and Paul Kushnir served as the chairman of the Chiefs Charity Game. The August 7th event was held during the first pre-season game of the year versus the Cincinnati Bengals and benefited Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City. Also featured in the […]

Boyce Richardson was the chairman for the Young Friends of Art’s Summer White Party at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. More than 550 guests enjoyed the “Deceptively Simple” themed event that focused on the newest addition to the Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park, Glass Labyrinth. Also featured in the August 23rd issue of The Independent […]

The Legacy Invitational golf tournaments, benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City, were held on May 19th at Loch Lloyd and June 2nd at The National Golf Club. Honorary Chairman Bob Knighton was named the Man of the Year. Also featured in the August 23rd issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Rob Smith […]

May 10th was the date for Soiree 2014 at Indian Hills Country Club. The event celebrated the 38th season of The Friends of Chamber Music. Patricia Cleary Miller served as the honorary chairman in memory of her late husband, James Ludlow Miller.  Also featured in the August 23rd issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Stu […]

Shadow Glen Golf Club was the site for the Kids TLC Open on July 14th. Proceeds from the event help KidsTLC provide children with a continuum of care through innovative and successful psychiatric treatment, community outreach and outpatient behavioral health, autism and wellness programs. Also featured in the August 23rd issue of The Independent Photo […]