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KidsTLC – United for Kids Gala, “Journey of Hope”

The North Club at Arrowhead Stadium was the perfect setting for KidsTLC’s 20th annual United for Kids Gala, “Journey of Hope,” on November 5th. The 20th annual event featured a Kendra Scott Jewelry Pull, a drawing for a new Honda Civic and a lively After Party in the Founders’ Club. Laura and Brian Dolezal were […]

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Catholic Charities of NE KS – Snow Ball

January 21st is the date for the 43rd Annual Snow Ball, a benefit for Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas. The festive event will be held in its new location at the Overland Park Convention Center. Pat Wilkerson, Rich Teahan and Don Foley are the honorary presidents, and Lynn and Jay Reardon are serving as the […]

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Congratulations, Westy & Eddie!

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Pershing Litz, Jr., of Butler, Maryland, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Stephanie Westcott Litz, to Edward Francis Higgins III, the son of Dr. and Mrs. Edward Francis Higgins, Jr., of Our Town. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Preston Irving Moffett and […]

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Crib Note – Maryana Nicole Craig

A pink bundle of joy named Maryana Nicole Craig arrived on October 9th. The little beauty weighed eight pounds, 14 ounces and was 21 inches long. Maryana has dark blue eyes and dark brown hair. Her proud parents are Nicole and B.J. Craig of Our Town. Maryana’s grandparents are Marianne and Timothy Burns and MaryAnn […]

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Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas – 43rd annual Snow Ball

January 21st is the date for the 43rd annual Snow Ball, a benefit for Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas, at the Overland Park Convention Center. Recently, Annie Brooks, Karen Davis, Jan Knopke, Angela Kopp, Angela Evangelidis, Jeannine Wilkerson, and Lynn Reardon graciously hosted addressing parties, and the invitations have been stuffed, sealed and delivered. Liz […]

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UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance – Crescendo

More than 1,100 guests enjoyed UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo at The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. The November 4th event featured the incredible talent of 250 student and faculty members who performed on the Helzberg Hall stage. Susan Gordon and Scott Francis were the honorary chairmen, and Linda and Mike Lyon […]

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March of Dimes – Nurse of the Year Awards

The March of Dimes’ Nurse of the Year Awards was held on October 29th at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Awards were presented to exceptional nurses from 22 different disciplines. Sarah Oakley, North Kansas City Hospital; was the chairman, and Alexis Del Cid served as the emcee. Ryan Fischer, Tutera Group; Long Term […]

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St. Teresa’s Academy – 150th Anniversary Gala

More than 650 guests gathered for St. Teresa’s Academy’s 150th Anniversary Gala at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Katie and Ryan Duffy and Denise and Dave Schloegel were the co-chairmen of the November 19th event. Guests enjoyed listening to remarks from several alumnae whose lives have been significantly impacted by their experience […]

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High Aspirations – Mentors Challenge

November 16th was the date for the Sixth Annual Mentors Challenge, a benefit for High Aspirations. Guests enjoyed dinner, remarks by Henry Wash and a presentation of the Robert B. Rogers Legacy Award to Henry W. Bloch. Anita and Gary Maltbia and US Engineering were honored for their dedication to mentorship in Our Town. Keynote […]

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Heartland Men’s Chorus – Dinner of Note

Heartland Men’s Chorus’ Dinner of Note, “Babalu! Hot in Havana!” was held on October 22nd at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Jill and Don Hall, Jr. were the honorary chairmen, and Kimberlee Ried and Brian Larios were the co-chairmen. Proceeds support the Chorus to be able to perform music that promotes social […]

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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’s Society of Fellows – 50th Anniversary Celebration

Mary Atterbury and Elizabeth Bloch Uhlmann served as the co-chairmen of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’s Society of Fellows 50th Anniversary Celebration. The October 15th event was held in Bloch Lobby and Kirkwood Hall. More than 200 guests enjoyed the festivities that featured cocktails and a sumptuous dinner. The Sculpture Hall featured towers that were […]

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Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas – St. Martin of Tours Mass and Reception

November 4th was the date for Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas’ St. Martin of Tours Mass and Reception, an event that recognized supporters of Catholic Charities’ annual Snow Ball. Guests enjoyed an inspirational Mass at St. Ann Catholic Church, followed by a reception at the beautiful home of Jackie and Henry Massman. The Snow […]

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American Royal – Junior Premium Livestock Auction

It was a record-setting year for the American Royal Junior Premium Livestock Auction. One hundred and sixty four supporters of the American Royal gathered in Wagstaff Theatre on October 23rd to congratulate the Grand and Reserve Champions of the Livestock Market Shows. Proceeds support the American Royal’s mission to impact the future of agriculture through […]

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Great Plains SPCA – Brunch & Bubbly

Betsy Gamble and Keith King were the co-chairmen of Brunch & Bubbly held recently to benefit Great Plains SPCA. More than 450 guests enjoyed breakfast and mimosas. The inaugural event gathered animal lovers, shelter dog alumni and adorable, adoptable dogs. Dennis and Debbie Waits Additional photos featured in the December 10, 2016 issue Photo Credit: […]

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Crescendo Patron Party

The beautiful home of Katherine and Jim Schorgl was the setting for the UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo Patron Party on October 26th. Guests gathered on the patio on the warm fall evening and were entertained by the Conservatory’s jazz trio. Kiersten Schorgl and Bryce Cummings Bill and Ronda White, UMKC Conservatory Dean […]

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March of Dimes – Signature Chefs Auction

Christi and Tom Miller were the chairmen of March of Dimes’ Signature Chefs Auction. More than 400 guests attended the October 17th event at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Partygoers sampled one-of-a-kind dishes from talented chefs from Our Town and around the country and enjoyed bidding on live auction packages created by […]

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Kansas City Actors Theatre – Brouhaha

Elaine and Ben Mann were the chairmen of Kansas City Actors Theatre’s annual Brouhaha event on November 12th at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. This year launched the Gary Holcombe Legacy Fund, intended to fund young and emerging artists, both onstage and behind-the-scenes, as well as to develop new audiences for live theatrical storytelling […]

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Police Foundation of Kansas City – A Call for Backup

The third annual A Call for Backup, a benefit for the Police Foundation of Kansas City, will be held on February 24th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Christy and Bill Gautreaux will serve as the honorary chairmen, and Dayton Moore will be the keynote speaker. The Police Foundation’s mission is […]

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Shoot for the Cure

Shoot for the Cure recently kicked off with the Nick and Jake’s Western Dinner and Auction at the Overland Park Racquet Club. The following day, shooters went to Powder Creek Shooting Park for the two sporting clay competitions. Co-chairman Cody Fisher, board member; and Stephanie Fisher Co-chairman Dave Ruf III, board member; Carole Gurley, Dave […]

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Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Langston!

Lauren Elizabeth Breithaupt and Benjamin Thomas Langston were married on September 10th at Our Lady of Sorrows. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Spencer Breithaupt of Leawood. Lauren is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold A. Sandbothe of Four Seasons, Missouri, and Mrs. J. C. Breithaupt of Baldwin City, Kansas, […]

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Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Logan!

Erica Cohen Austin and Andrew Vernon Logan were married on August 20th at the Boston Harbor Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Merrill Austin of Ashland, Massachusetts. Erica is the granddaughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. Allen Cohen and the late Mr. and Mrs. Donald Francis […]

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