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The Barstow School – An Evening at Room 84

An Evening at Room 84, a benefit for The Barstow School, was held on April 18th at the Ritz Charles. Barstow was founded in 1884. Tara Georgie and Sharon McDonald served as co-chairmen of the 1920s-themed event that featured dinner, a silent auction and casino-style games. Dianne and Bryan Reed Amanda O’Shaughnessy, Minka Rudman, Paige […]

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Alphapointe – Dining in the Dark

February 26th was the date for Alphapointe’s Dining in the Dark at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. More than 240 guests dined in complete darkness and were served by visually impaired waiters. Proceeds support Alphapointe’s comprehensive rehabilitation program and low vision clinic. Ansie and Ed Marquette, board chairman Kristen Baker and Scott Freiermuth Tanesha […]

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First Call – Celebrity Golf Tournament Ft. Willie Wilson

June 8th is the date for First Call’s Celebrity Golf Tournament Featuring Willie Wilson at Swope Memorial Golf Course. The 22nd annual event will feature lunch, a four-person scramble, a silent auction, dinner, and an awards ceremony. Proceeds will support the programs of First Call Alcohol/Drug Prevention & Recovery. Committee Members Jeanetta Campbell and Hugh […]

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Shawnee Mission Medical Center – Living in Vitality Conference

Shawnee Mission Medical Center’s Living in Vitality Conference, formerly Speaking of Women’s Health, will be held on October 2nd at the Overland Park Convention Center. More than 1,200 women will enjoy a day of education and fun, featuring a continental breakfast, elegant lunch, keynote and breakout speakers, health screenings, and great gifts. Mary Jo O’Byrne, […]

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Congratulations, Nicole & Jay!

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pathman of Los Angeles, California, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Nicole Jeri Pathman, to Jay William Kombrink, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Alan Kombrink of Our Town. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. David Lowe, Jane Pathman of Los Angeles […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Michael Judy

Michael Judy was born and raised in Our Town. He is a graduate of Rockhurst High School. Michael is a member of Centurions, Class of 2015 and serves as the co-chairman of the recruiting committee and chairman of the retreat committee. He is a partner with Dysart Taylor law firm. Michael and his wife, Mary […]

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The University of Kansas Hospital – Treads & Threads

The 14th annual Treads & Threads will be held on September 11th at Kansas Speedway. Michelle and Peter deSilva are the chairmen of the event that will feature gourmet restaurant fare, specialty beverages, a special performance by a leading musical entertainer, and dancing to the Emerald City Band. Candice and Mark A. Uhlig are the […]

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Broadmoor Technical Center – Earth Month

Bristol Seafood Grill presented an Earth Month gift to Broadmoor Technical Center on April 16th. Broadmoor is a nationally-recognized culinary arts education program managed by the Shawnee Mission School District. The funds will be used to prepare the Center’s urban farm for the spring planting season and aid in the maintenance of the land. The […]

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Crib Note – George August Lane

A bouncing baby boy named George August Lane was born on September 8th to Lisa and Michael Lane of Rocky River, Ohio. The darling boy has blue eyes and light brown hair and weighed eight pounds, 14 ounces. He joins his older brothers, William, age five, and T.J., age three. George’s grandparents are Ann and […]

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March of Dimes -Nurse of the Year Awards

November 13th is the date for The March of Dimes’ Nurse of the Year Awards at the Overland Park Convention Center. Tammy Peterman, The University of Kansas Hospital; is serving as the chairman of the event that honors the best and the brightest nurses from across Kansas and the Greater Kansas City area. Chairman Tammy […]

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Harvesters – Chefs Classic

Harvesters’ Chefs Classic 2015 will be held on June 28th at The American Restaurant. Mark R. Larrabee is serving as the honorary chairman. Chef Michael Corvino, The American Restaurant; will host an incredible dining experience where guests will enjoy the culinary talents of some of the finest chefs from throughout the area and around the […]

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Happy Birthday, June Marie!

June Marie Winzenried turned one on April 13th. She is the darling daughter of Hillary and Adam Winzenried. June celebrated her special birthday with family and friends on April 25th at Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead. She is a happy little girl who loves to chase her Shitzu dog, Tinkerbell. June enjoys music and waves to […]

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Children International

The lovely home of Laurie and Don Montague was the perfect setting for an event for Children International. Internationally-acclaimed opera singer James Valenti was the featured guest. Children International’s mission is to bring real and lasting change to children living in poverty. Sarah Higdon, Susana Eshleman, Amy Embry, and Marcia Garvin Hosts Laurie and Don […]

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46th Symphony Designers’ Showhouse

The Kansas City Symphony Alliance will host the 46th Symphony Designers’ Showhouse from May 9th through June 7th at 96 Janssen Place in historic Hyde Park. Kami Toben is the chairman of the Divine Design Connection event that will be held on May 19th in the Showhouse tent. Guests will enjoy meeting up and coming […]

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National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial – A Centenary of Australian War Art

Kim Beazley, Ambassador of Australia to the United States, visited the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial for a pair of events in March. Ambassador Beazley visited Our Town in conjunction with the July 2015 debut of a new special exhibition at the Museum, A Centenary of Australian War Art. The Museum hosted […]

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In The Spotlight – Crescendo 2015!

The UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance is gearing up for Crescendo 2015!, to be held on November 6th at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Sherry and Gary Forsee are the honorary chairmen, and Melanie and Mike Fenske are serving as chairmen of the event that features cocktails, a sumptuous dinner and a […]

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BBBSGKC – Match Appreciation Banquet

More than 800 guests attended the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City’s Match Appreciation Banquet on March 23rd. The special evening celebrated new friendships and honored Bigs and Littles. Special friends enjoyed pre-show entertainment, dinner and an awards ceremony. Big Brothers Big Sisters also gave out its biggest awards of the year, including […]

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Kansas City’s Medicine Cabinet – Kansas City Tip-Off

The Uptown Theater was the perfect setting for the seventh annual Kansas City Tip-Off on March 26th. Scotty McCreery, former American Idol winner; was the featured performer. Proceeds from the event support Kansas City’s Medicine Cabinet. Rebecca McNamee, Linda McNamee, Jeanne Lofton, and Andy Akright Frank White, Kansas City’s Medicine Cabinet spokesperson Stephanie and John […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Joe Arri

Starlight Theatre is so very fortunate to have Joe Arri as a volunteer. He has been a member of the Ambassador team for four years, and serves as an usher captain for Broadway shows. Joe received the prestigious 2014 Woodson Award from Starlight. Joe also volunteers for Habitat for Humanity and Havesters. Thank you, Joe, […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Amy Bretall

Amy Bretall is a member of the Centurions, Class of 2015. She serves as co-chairman of the projects committee. Amy is the founder and CEO of Arbor Grove, a human resources, public outreach and real estate firm. She received a bachelor of science degree in business from Missouri State University, and a master’s degree in […]

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World Premiere – Opus 3875

The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts held a World Premiere of a documentary film about the making of the Julia Irene Kauffman Casavant Organ, Opus 3875. Nearly 600 guests attended the March 1st event that included live organ selections by Jan Kraybill, organ conservator. Entitled Kingdom Come: The Making of Casavant 3875, the film […]

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