On September 7th, more than 600 guests enjoyed Jackson County CASA’s 8th Annual Carnival for CASA at Paradise Park. Lori and Don Oster served as the honorary chairmen. Proceeds support the training of volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children who are under court protection.  Also featured in the October 5th issue of The […]

The opening for the new Infiniti of Kansas City in Merriam recently served as a special Patrons’ Party for Synergy Services.  Also featured in the October 5th issue of the Independent Photo Credit: Wheat Photography Jarrod Townsend and Michael Mackie Colten Slagg, Ami Buccero, Infiniti of Kansas City; and Jimmy Shelite    

Red Shoe Shindig was held on September 7th at Arrowhead Stadium’s North Club. More than $375,000 was raised for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City to provide a home away from home for sick children and their families. Shelly and Andy Iseman were the honorary chairmen. Also featured in the October 5th issue of […]

August 19th and 20th were the dates for the fourth annual Charlie and Kathy Koehler Charity Auction & Golf Tournament. Pat Murphy was the golf chairman, and Kathy Koehler served as the auction chairman. Proceeds support The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women heart health movement.  Also featured in the October 5th issue of […]

August 26th was the date for The Women’s Foundation of Greater Kansas City’s 14th Annual Golf Classic. Sandy Schermerhorn served as the honorary chairman of the event which was held at Oakwood Country Club. A Tee-Off Party and Silent Auction was held the evening prior at 28 Event Space.   Also featured in the September […]

August 26th was the date for Medical Missions Foundation’s 12th Annual Jeff Montgomery Golf Classic at The National Golf Club of Kansas City. Proceeds from the event support MMF’s volunteer medical teams to continue providing life-changing medical care to thousands of children in developing countries around the world. Judy Overton and Jeff Montgomery served as […]

Saint Luke’s leaders, donors, physicians, and friends gathered for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Saint Luke’s Hospice House on July 19th. The evening prior, an intimate chapel dedication service was held for the family and friends of Marilyn Lacey McMullen, for whom the chapel is named.  Also featured in the September 21st issue of […]

Twelve hundred participants had a wonderful time at the WIN for KC Triathlon on July 27th at Smithville Lake.  Also featured in the September 7th issue of The Independent  Ashley Muiruri  Cathy Wood Michael Weatherly Hungry participants lined up for Chris Cakes.  

Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics’ Big Slick Celebrity Weekend was a fabulous success. Kansas Citians enjoyed a Wiffle Ball game on July 19th at Kauffman Stadium, a Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Harrah’s Kansas City and the Big Slick Party and Auction at the Midland Theater on July 20th. Julie and Mark McKee, Gloria Rudd […]

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s seventh annual Cheers for Challenger wine tasting and auction was held on July 11th. Jenny Burkhead served as the chairman of the event which featured Trent Green and other local sports celebrities. Guests enjoyed delicious hors d’oeuvres and an auction to benefit the YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s Challenger […]

“Under the Tuscan Sunset” was the theme of the Young Friends of Art Summer White Party. Kristina Carlson and Boyce Richardson were the co-chairmen. The event was held on July 12th at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Guests sported white attire and enjoyed cocktails, delicious fare and entertainment by DJ Ashton Martin.  Also featured in the August […]

June 12th was the date for the AIDS Walk Kansas City’s Party with a Purpose Patrons’ Party. The event was held in the amazing gardens of Marianne and Ralph Getchell. Guests enjoyed cocktails, a delicious repast and entertainment by the Village Gypsy Jazz Band.  Also featured in the August 24th issue of The Independent Photo […]

July 22nd was the date for The Vitae Foundation’s 19th Annual Pro-Life Golf Classic at Blue Hills Country Club.  Guests enjoyed great golf, a live auction and a delicious Jack Stack Barbecue dinner. Kaye and Jerry Meiners served as the chairmen. Also featured in the August 24th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Chris Wilborn […]

Sheffield Place is a treatment and transitional living center for homeless mothers and their children. The children at Sheffield Place recently participated in the national Pictures of Hope program, an award-winning initiative founded by celebrity photographer Linda Solomon. Pictures of Hope empowers homeless children to capture their dreams through photography. The program is sponsored by […]

It was a wonderful day for golf, friends and support for the 2013 KidsTLC Open on July 12th at Sycamore Ridge Golf Course. Dave Nickloy, Devin Schuster and Kyle Tucker were the co-chairmen. Also featured in the August 24th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: ShotBee Larry and Ellie Maddox with Woody Reintjes Mike and […]

June 20th was the date for the annual meeting of the Ambassadors of the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Members and guests enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment by Oasis. Cheryl Kimmi, KC Fringe Festival; was the guest speaker. Dick Fagerberg is serving as the president.  Also featured in the August 24th issue of […]

More than 200 vintage cars, classic and special interest cars were on display at the Art of the Car Concours, which was held on June 23rd at the Kansas City Art Institute. A Preview Event took place on June 22nd outside Tivol on the Country Club Plaza.  Also featured in the August 10th issue of […]

On June 29th, The Family Conservancy hosted a Charity Bingo Night at Hamburger Mary’s. The room was filled with laughs from TFC staff, board members and supporters. Proceeds from the event support TFC’s mission to foster the healthy social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of children in our community. Also featured in the August 10th […]

The 1212 Club hosted Murder Most Foul, a murder mystery dinner party, on June 1st at The Kansas City Club. Also featured in the August 10th issue of The Independent Alex Howell, Douglass Adair, Sandra Lawrence, and Nicole Howell   

Sportsfest was held on June 22nd at Sporting Park. Proceeds benefit the more than 2,000 youth participating in sports programs at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City. Also featured in the August 10th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Bob Zeldin Anna and Ron Jennings Kim Harbian and Eric Mann Jeanne Wolfgeher […]

Members of the 1212 Club of The Kansas City Club enjoyed a Gatsby Night on June 6th. Guests donned period attire and enjoyed cocktails, dinner and a special viewing of The Great Gatsby at the Alamo Theater on Main Street. Also featured in the July 27th issue of The Independent (Clockwise from left) Dave Wimberly, […]