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Johnson County Library Foundation – 2022 Library Lets Loose

September 17th was the date for Johnson County Library Foundation’s Library Lets Loose event, which was held at the Central Resource Library in Overland Park. Guests were welcomed by Honorary Hosts Senia and Will Shields and the Shawnee Mission South Jazz Band. Partygoers enjoyed a “Let Loose Juice” signature cocktail, delicious bites from local restaurants, a scavenger hunt with prizes, and dancing to the tunes of DJ Stann. Proceeds support lifelong learning resources in Our Town.

Jacqueline and Rick Wise

 

Sweet treats from the Lenexa Public Market

 

Guests were welcomed by the Shawnee Mission South Jazz Band.

 

Broadmoor Bistro Student Tamiya Jackson from Shawnee Mission Northwest shared appetizers as the guests arrived.

Featured in the October 29, 2022 issue of The Independent.
Photo Credit: Bill Harrison

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