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Ozanam – Golf Classic

Ozanam’s Golf Classic, “Putting Kids on the Right Course,” will be held on May 11th at Ironhorse Golf Club. Brady Wombolt is serving as the chairman of the event that features a putting contest, silent auction, raffle, lunch, a four-person scramble tournament, and an awards ceremony. Proceeds support the children’s programs and services at Ozanam. […]

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The Children’s Place – Brews & BBQ

The Young Advisory Board of The Children’s Place’s Brews & BBQ  was held on March 19th at Boulevard Brewery.  The third annual event featured Boulevard  beers and delicious Jack Stack Barbecue. Proceeds support The Children’s Place and its efforts to heal the youngest survivors of abuse, neglect and trauma. Bailey Goodman, Spencer Siemens, Anne Foster, […]

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Missouri Sports Hall of Fame – Patti Phillips

Patti Phillips, NACWAA; was inducted into The Missouri Sports Hall of Fame at the second annual Women in Sports Luncheon on March 23rd at the Ramada Oasis Convention Center in Springfield, Missouri. Congratulations, Patti!  Patti Phillips, NACWAA; with Robin Sterneck Also featured in the April 18, 2015 issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Janet Rogers […]

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Kansas City Repertory Theatre – 50th Anniversary

March 9th was the date for Kansas City Repertory Theatre Artistic Director Eric Rosen and Executive Director Angela Lee Gieras’ private 50th Anniversary Patron Dinner on March 9th at Pennway Place. The event featured six actors from the cast of KC Rep’s production of HAIR: Retrospection, actors who have the distinction of being veterans of […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Amy Young

Amy Young was born and raised in Our Town. She is a member of Centurions, Class of 2015, and is co-chairman of the November Task Force on Kansas City Traditions and Hidden Gems. She also serves on the projects committee. Amy is creative director at Barkley and is married to Mike Adams. They have two […]

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Notre Dame de Sion School – Gala Auction

March 7th was the date for Notre Dame de Sion School’s Gala Auction. More than 460 guests enjoyed the “Sion Around the World” themed-event that was held at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. Ellen and Chris Pantaenius, Kelly Clarkson Qamar and Kenon Qamar were the co-chairmen. Guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, silent and live […]

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Congratulations, Laura & Daniel!

Deborah Smith and Dr. Mark Myron of Our Town are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Laura Elizabeth Myron, to Daniel Marx McCarthy, the son of Mr. and Mrs. George McCarthy of Highland Park, New Jersey. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mrs. Edward Smith of Kansas City and the late Mr. Smith […]

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The Saint Luke’s Foundation – Books & Boutiques

The Overland Park Convention Center is the setting for The Saint Luke’s Foundation at Saint Luke’s South Hospital’s eighth annual Books & Boutiques. Alicia Cabrera-Hill, Kim Madden and Dr. Marsha Weaver are serving as the co-chairmen of the May 1st event. Guests will enjoy a delightful day of shopping, gourmet fare and fun. Laura McBride, […]

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Open Options UCP – Hats Off to Mothers Luncheon

Lynne Weilert is serving as chairman of the 12th annual Hats Off to Mothers Luncheon. The 12th annual event will be held on May 14th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Susan Bubb, Deanna Graves, Marilyn Harrison, Audrey Langworthy, Clara Paris, Sunday Siragusa, Peaches Tutera-Cunningham, and Twyla Wilson will be honored for their […]

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March of Dimes – Signature Chefs Auction

A Committee Kickoff for the third annual March of Dimes’ Signature Chefs Auction was held  at Mission Hills Country Club. Chairmen Melissa and Brad Batz hosted the February 18th event. The Signature Chefs Auction will be held on October 19th at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Guests will enjoy delicious fare from […]

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2015 Class of Rising Stars – Henry W. Wash

Henry Wash started off in life with the odds against him. Malnourished and abandoned as an infant, he lived in a foster home and was finally adopted at age seven. Henry also had difficulties in school until a man named Thurman Mitchell mentored him, giving him tools for academic success. After Thurman died, Henry felt at […]

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Stems: A Garden Soirée

The Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park’s eighth annual Stems: A Garden Soirée will be held on June 27th at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Guests will enjoy fine wines, delicious fare from 24 restaurants, strolling through the gardens, plein air art, and fireworks. Victor & Penny and Funk Syndicate will provide […]

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Heart to Heart International – Compassion Gala

Heart to Heart International’s Compassion Gala will be held on May 9th event at The Gallery Event Space. Carla Duryee is the chairman, and Bob Regnier is serving as the honorary chairman of the event that features cocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions, and great entertainment. Proceeds support Heart to Heart International’s mission to improve […]

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10th annual Girls’ Night In

Courtney Earnest was the honorary chairman, and Melissa Earnest, Joanna Glaze and Pam Thompson were the host co-chairmen of the 10th annual Girls’ Night In. The February 26th event was held at The Gallery Event Space. Proceeds support the Adelaide C. Ward Women’s Heart Health Center at The University of Kansas Hospital and Turning Point: […]

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Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Patrick!

Kathryn Eleanor Stinson and Matthew Ray Patrick were married on October 18th at St. Mary’s the Annunciation Catholic Church in Charleston, South Carolina. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Groves of Our Town and Dr. and Mrs. Wade Stinson of Gainesville, Florida. Her groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. […]

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Benedictine College – 44th Annual Scholarship Ball

Benedictine College’s 44th Annual Scholarship Ball was held on February 28th at the Overland Park Convention Center. Lené Westerman and Joan and Stephen Charbonneau were the co-chairmen of the event. Peggy and Steve McBride and Linda and Dr. Jim Bongers were honored with the Cross of the Order of St. Benedict. Katie Carr, Kansas State […]

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Congratulations, Justine & Michael!

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Joseph Nolte of Leawood are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Justine Elizabeth Nolte, to Michael Geoffrey Groff, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Jerome Groff of Lee’s Summit, Missouri. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Zeller and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nolte, Jr. […]

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Congratulations, Madison & Taylor!

Mr. and Mrs. William Paul Wiedeman of Leawood are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Madison Carolyn Wiedeman, to Taylor Case Dorman, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Case Dorman of Leawood. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Curnutt of Topeka and Mr. and Mrs. John Wiedeman of […]

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Under a Blue Moon: Garden Party and Rare Plant Auction

The 12th annual Under a Blue Moon: Garden Party and Rare Plant Auction will be held on June 7th at Powell Gardens. Diane Phillips and Larry McMullen are the co-chairmen, and the Atha Family Foundation is the honorary chairman. The evening will feature cocktails, delectable fare from Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions and silent and live […]

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Hunt Family Foundation and Kansas City Chiefs – 101 Awards

February 28th was the date for 45th annual Hunt Family Foundation and Kansas City Chiefs’ 101 Awards at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Joe Freeman served as chairman of the event that supports the Truman Medical Center Charitable Foundation. Patrick Desbois and Charlie Shields Gary Green and Mayor Sly James Kevin and Jeanette Prenger […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Kara Lowe

Kara Lowe is a member of the Centurions, Class of 2015. She is the co-chairman of the recruiting committee and has served on the Transportation, Infrastructure and Planning Task Force. Kara is currently the marketing director for Town Center Plaza and Town Center Crossing in Leawood. Kara and her husband, Patrick, have two children, Betsy […]

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