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Royals Charities – Diamond of Dreams

The Royals Charities’ Diamond of Dreams was held recently at Kauffman Stadium. Guests enjoyed taking selfies with current and former players, drinks, food from local restaurants, a silent auction, a live performance by American Authors, and a spectacular fireworks show.

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Jack and Louise Donovan, Ned Yost, Kansas City Royals; David Lazzo and David Pokorny
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Jennifer Pozzuolo, Cassie Cozby, Evan Palmer, and Kira Spring had fun taking a selfie with Salvador Perez, Kansas City Royals.
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Honorary Chairman Dan Glass, David Glass and Jeremy Guthrie, all with the Kansas City Royals
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Greg Johnson, Cheslor Cuthbert, Kansas City Royals; Marcy Johnson and Paulo Orlando, Kansas City Royals; posed for a picture.
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Kalinda Marfisi, Dave “KayCee” Webster, Kansas City Royals; Brenda Newton and Abby Mocek
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Jessica Dixon, Heather Dixon-Magness and Barb Sadler took a selfie with Johnny Cueto, Kansas City Royals.

Also featured in the October 17, 2015 issue of The Independent and on The Insider 
Photo Credit: J. Robert Schraeder Photography, Don Schmidt and Chris Vlesidies

 

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