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Jackson County CASA – 8th Annual Carnival for CASA

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Saint Luke’s Foundation – The Boo Ball

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Catholic Charities of Kansas City – St. Joseph – A Celebration of Hope

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Congratulations, Brooke & Dane!

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Rose Brooks Center – Casino and Auction Night

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In the Spotlight – The Salvation Army

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Brian Ellefson

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63rd Annual Community Ball and Cotillion

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Synergy Services – Patrons’ Party

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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City – Red Shoe Shindig

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The American Heart Association – Charlie and Kathy Koehler Charity Auction & Golf Tournament

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Crib Note – Alice Ayr Beardsley

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THREE LONELY SAILORS, A LOCAL PHENOM AND A DANCE LEGACY REBORN: Our picks for the performing-arts highlights of fall 2013

Paul's Perspective

FAMILY TIES: Eternal ‘clash of clans’ shines in Lyric’s polished, beautifully sung production

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The WIN for KC – Youth Advisory Board

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Saint Luke’s Foundation – Boo Ball

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The Women’s Foundation – 14th Annual Golf Classic

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The Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri

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The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art – All Dressed Up

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Vacation Vignette

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St. Teresa’s Academy – You Are A Shining Star

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Kansas City Tip-Off Event

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Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Hummer!

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Medical Missions Foundation – Jeff Montgomery Golf Classic

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Erin Brower

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In the Spotlight – Crescendo

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Saint Luke’s Hospice House – Opening Ceremonies

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Sheffield Place – Off the Wall

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30th Annual Hollywood Holiday Gala

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VENUS IN BLUE JEANS (WELL, BLACK LINGERIE): Unicorn offers choice one-acter for season opener

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BOY II MAN: Pianist remains rooted in classical soil while blossoming in new and intriguing ways

Art Scene

O WILLIAM, WHEREFORE ART THOU: Lyric production of Bellini rarity sports stellar cast, native daughter

Art Scene

Congratulations, Stacy and Lawrence!

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Lauren McCarthy

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WIN for KC – Triathlon

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Paint the Town

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In the Spotlight – Susan and Jon Cassat

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Renovation Sensation

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Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Picow!

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Congratulations Bella & Glint!

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Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri – Holiday Mart Happenings

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THE REAL AMERICAN DREAM: Actors Theatre presents dark drama of love and addiction

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THE PLAY’S THE THING: Dual loves of theater, finance, motivate Rep’s new executive director

Art Scene

Summer Celebrations

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Summer Celebrations

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Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Raab!

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Kemper Gala! All Dressed Up

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Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics – Big Slick Weekend

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YMCA of Greater Kansas City – Cheers for Challenger

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Young Friends of Art – Summer White Party

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Jenn Hull

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In the Spotlight – Paint the Town

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AIDS Walk Kansas City – Party with a Purpose

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In the Spotlight – Benefit Concert for Arts Education

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In the Spotlight – Nutcracker Ball

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The Vitae Foundation – Pro-Life Golf Classic

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Sheffield Place – Pictures of Hope Program

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2013 KidsTLC Open

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SUMMER CELEBRATIONS

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Holiday Mart 2013

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Ambassadors of the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

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JUST BENEATH THE SURFACE: Actors Theatre production of Inge classic entices with slow boil

Art Scene

OPERA LEANS FORWARD: Lyric general director assesses first year on the job, looks to bright future

Art Scene

Tails of Our Town – Cooper Fate Sansale

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Synergy Services – Stand Up for Synergy

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Brent Thompson

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In the Spotlight – Tablescapes Luncheon

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Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey – Benefit 2013

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Congratulations Caroline and Anthony!

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Kansas City Art Institute – Art of the Car Concours

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Congratulations, Shana and Thomas!

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In the Spotlight – Crescendo

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The Family Conservancy – Charity Bingo Night

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Off to College – Class of 2013

SOCIAL CIRCLES

Holiday Mart

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The Kansas City Club – Murder Most Foul

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Congratulations Lauren and Steven!

SOCIAL CIRCLES

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City – Sportsfest

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IN REVIEW: A boxer, a stellar string quartet and a slice of Summerfest

In Review

ADDICTED TO LOVE, AND OTHER THINGS: Actors Theatre presents contrasting milestones of American drama

Art Scene

Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri – Marissa Schaffner

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The Kansas City Club – Gatsby Night

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The Whole Person – Celebration Awards Luncheon

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In the Spotlight – Spofford’s Butterfly Gala

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Julia Poe

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Jewel Ball Party – Gatsby Casino Party

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Jewel Ball Chairman – Margaret Hall Pence

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Jewel Ball Party – Gourmet Cuisine

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Harvesters – Chef’s Classic

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Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Metzler!

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Spotlight on Centurions – Megan Hunter

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MOCSA – Johnson County Fall Forum

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Big Slick Celebrity Poker Tournament & Party

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Off to College – Class of 2013

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Spofford – Trivia Night

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The Kansas City Art Institute – 2013 Art and Design Auction

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In the Spotlight – Janice Fischer

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The University of Kansas Hospital – Hall of Fame

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Spotlight on Centurions – Jennifer Kraenzle

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Paul Brooks

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