Friends of the Conservatory of Music and Dance at UMKC’s Crescendo will be held on November 8th in Helzberg Hall at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Guests will enjoy cocktails before the concert and dinner afterwards in Brandmeyer Hall. Nancy Lee and Jonathan Kemper are the honorary chairmen, and Jenny Erdman and Tim […]

The Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri’s Holiday Mart will celebrate the League’s 100th anniversary, October 17th through the 20th at Bartle Hall. Lisa Kalell and Julie Stoner are the co-chairmen. Also featured in the August 10th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Andrea Nigh Photography Lisa Kalell and Julie Stoner, co-chairmen  

Marissa Schaffner is honored to serve as the president of the Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri, during its 100th year commemoration. One of the centennial events will be a community luncheon which will be held on September 20th at Bartle Hall with guest speaker Hoda Kotb from the Today Show. The JLKCMO’s Holiday Mart, […]

On August 16th, The Whole Person’s Celebration Awards Luncheon will be held at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Michael Hingson, best-selling author; is the featured speaker. Joseph Matovu will receive The Paul H. Levy Founders Award, Centric Projects and 360 Architecture will receive Corporate Awards, David Jones will receive the Individual Award, and […]

October 19th is the date for Spofford’s Butterfly Gala at the DoubleTree by Hilton. Janine and Doug Nickerson and  Dede and Paty Daves are serving as the co-chairmen. Guests will enjoy cocktails, dinner and silent and live auctions. Proceeds from the event will provide residential and community-based treatment for the children at Spofford.  Also featured […]

Julia Poe, Camp WIN team captain; helped provide a fun, safe and encouraging environment for Katie Plubell, camper; to enjoy new sports and fitness activities. Camp WIN was held from June 17th through 20th at Rockhurst University. Also featured in the July 27th issue of The Independent  

The fifty-ninth Jewel Ball, a benefit for The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and the Kansas City Symphony, was held on June 15th at The Museum. Margaret Hall Pence (Mrs. William Keith Pence) served as the chairman. She wore an exclusive couture gown designed by Carlos Ramirez of Liancarlo. Procured through Halls Kansas City, the gown […]

Megan Hunter is a recent graduate of the Centurions Class of 2013. She careers with Harvesters, where she serves as the manager of special events including Forks & Corks, Chefs Classic and Canstruction. Megan graduated from Missouri Western State University.  Also featured in the July 27th issue of The Independent Megan Hunter  

MOCSA’s 10th annual Johnson County Fall Forum will be held on October 8th at the Overland Park Marriott. Kay and Tom Martin are the honorary chairmen, and Michele Snyder and Vince Sabia are serving as the co-chairmen. Dr. David Lisak is the featured speaker.   Also featured in the July 27th issue of The Independent […]

Janice Fischer has been a member of the Kansas City Young Matrons since 2003 and was recently named its president. She has held many positions with KCYM, including director of membership, director of programs, director of associate sustaining members, new members chairman, and ways and means chairman. Janice is honored to be part of an […]

Jennifer Kraenzle is the manager of volunteers and special events at Alphapointe.  During her two years with Centurions, she has served and been chairman on the projects committee, where she has had the opportunity to establish partnerships with 100 nonprofit agencies in Our Town. Jennifer also volunteers her time with the Heart of America Shakespeare […]

The Whole Person assists people with disabilities to live independently and encourages change within the community to expand opportunities for independent living. Paul Brooks is the ultimate “go to volunteer” at The Whole Person, bringing energy and support to every event.   Also featured in the July 13th issue of The Independent Paul Brooks  

The National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial will be the site of First Call Alcohol/Drug Prevention & Recovery’s third annual Message in a Bottle event on September 17th. The keynote speakers are David Sheff and Nic Sheff, bestselling authors of A Beautiful Boy and We All Fall Down.  Lena Price and Tom Cohen […]

The Belles of the American Royal are pleased to announce to selection of Kim Manka Mann as their 2013 president. The 64th BOTAR Ball will be held on October 19th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Kim is a BOTAR, class of 1990. She served as recording secretary in 1999, vice […]

September 30th is the date for Prelude, a benefit for the Harriman-Jewell Series. Maureen and Richard Durwood are the honorary chairmen, and Pati Chasnoff, Merry Prostic and Susan Spaulding are serving as the co-chairmen. The event will be held at Indian Hills Country Club and will feature special guest artist, baritone Daniel Belcher. Proceeds will […]

September 22nd is the date for Cultivate Kansas City’s second annual Dig In, KC! at the City Market. Tiffany Lynch and Allison Harding are the co-chairmen. Chef Michael Foust, The Farmhouse; Chef Renee Kelly, Harvest; and Chef Charles D’Ablaing, Hotel Raphael; will prepare 600 pounds of fresh vegetables all grown by local farmers. The dinner […]

September 22nd is the date for the fifth annual Under a Harvest Moon at Powell Gardens. Guests will be treated to a delicious multi-course meal prepared by Chef Alex Pope, Local Pig; and wine pairings on the terrace of the Missouri Barn. Proceeds from the event benefit children’s educational programs at the Gardens. Lory and […]

FuzzyFotosKC is a photo contest featuring fuzzy, feathered and furry friends. Vote for your favorite from July 1st through 31st at www.fuzzyfotoskc.com. Each dollar counts as one vote and the proceeds are split equally between Great Plains SPCA and the Kansas City CARE Clinic, two organizations providing medical care to people and pets.   Also featured […]

Plans are underway for Kids’ Jazzoo, which will take place on August 23rd at the Kansas City Zoo. Children up to 12 years old and their parents can get the inside scoop on animals, groove to kid-friendly music and enjoy face painting and fun crafts. Jen Johnson will serve as the chairman. Also featured in […]

Dr. Leslie Fields is a hospitalist physician with Saint Luke’s Health System. Leslie is a member of the 2013 class of Centurions and currently serves as co-chairman of the Health and Wellness Force. She is also a member of the Centurions Gold Club, where she has completed more than 100 hours of community service. Leslie […]

Janet Curran is a founder and active volunteer for Great Plains SPCA’s SASSY program and coordinates the fabulous Project Poochie fashion show for shelter alumni. A true hero for pets, Janet’s countless hours with Great Plains SPCA have not gone unnoticed. In addition to serving as an active volunteer, she serves on the agency’s board […]