The Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens was the site for Stems: A Garden Soirée. Janet Long served as the honorary chair for the event, a benefit for The Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park, which was held on June 24th. Guests enjoyed an exclusive preview of the new visitor center, LongHouse, plus cocktails and cuisine. Tarot card readings, balloon art, caricature drawings, and even a fireworks show added to the festivities. Proceeds will help support Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, and city art installations.
Kelly Bohlken, Jeanine Bohlken, Faith Bohlken, and Emma Bohlken
Alex Cook and Bailey Roenigk
Robert Hazelwood, Mark Medina, and Janet Long, honorary chair
Kim and Greg Kahnk
Monty and Susan Stanley
Monica Natzke and Cindy Isaacsen
Michelle and Paul Buechter
Jennifer and Kevin Lindsey
Clarissa Knighten
Tabby McCarthy and Beth Riekeman
Featured in the September 2, 2023 issue of The Independent.
Photo credit: Andrew Rossi and Mark Stuecheli
