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KC CARE Health Center – Bloom Air

April 13th was the date for KC CARE Health Center’s Bloom Air event, which was held at the Airline History Museum. James Smith, Mark Sawkin, Damian Lair, and Taylor Gozia served as the co-chairmen. Partygoers dressed in glamorous 1960’s travel attire and enjoyed cocktails from Lukas Liquors and Union Horse Distillery, and delicious fare from Olive Events. Proceeds support health services to Kansas City residents who seek quality, affordable healthcare.

Dennis Dunmyer, Craig Deitz, Wil Franklin, KC CARE Health Center; and Kelly Franklin

 

Daisy Buckët performed for the guests.

 

Bernard Shondell and Jonathan Bowyer

 

Performers from That’s Entertainment KC

 

 

Ron Megee


Additional photos featured in the June 8, 2019 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: J. Robert Schraeder Photography

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