The Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown was the setting for the 69th BOTAR Ball on October 20th. Trapp and Company created an opulent atmosphere, with a French-inspired blue and gold design, that resembled an intimate art deco club lounge setting. The BOTARs wore beautiful red gowns designed by Mary Neddo. Flowers were everywhere: hydrangeas, lilies, orchids, and roses in hues of red, yellow, coral, and white. Guests dined on autumn salad, filet mignon, split lobster tails, and decadent chocolate desserts. Galaxy Red played for the dancers (and there were many!) until the midnight hour. Blythe Robertson served as president.
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| Miss Meredith Vera Sight, Miss Wesley Anne Neville, Miss Victoria Sidney Ball, Miss Claire Anne Grabowsky, Miss Kara Patricia Kahn, and Miss Carolina Cray Mach |
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| Mr. and Mrs. Scott Morehouse Mann |
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| The beautiful tablescapes |
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| Mr. Benjamin Cadman Tschudy and Miss Carolina Cray Mach |
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| Miss Mary Kate Workman |
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| Miss Ashley Rebecca Herring with her escort, Mr. Patrick Michael McQuaid |
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| Miss Meghan Elizabeth Shirling with her escort, Mr. Nicholas P. Curry |
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| Mr. and Mrs. Timothy John Schaffer, Stephanie Wachter Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Manning Tetrick, and Mrs. Mark Russell Frame |
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| Miss Molly Michelle Hiett, Miss Quincy Anne Hendricks, Miss Kirsten Clare Rasmussen, and Miss Betsy Anne Barnthouse |
Additional photos featured in the November 24, 2018 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: David Riffel, BOTAR and Anthony Mendolia
