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Nigro’s Western Store – Boots & Breast Cancer

Nigro’s Western Store hosted Giddy Up for Boots and Breast Cancer on October 23rd. Guests enjoyed appetizers, refreshments and door prizes. The $10 door donations benefit cleaningforareason.org, the Jennifer Ireland Foundation and the University of Kansas Cancer Center.   

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Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph – Celebration of Hope Gala

Peggy and Mark Schmidtlein are the chairmen of Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph’s Celebration of Hope Gala. The special 135th anniversary celebration will be held on November 8th at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center.  Also featured in the October 18th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Emily + Pete: Wedding Photographers Chairmen […]

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Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties – Mothers’ Tea

Lake Quivira Country Club was the setting for the Mothers’ Tea for the Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties’ Community Ball and Cotillion. Lisa Coen is serving as the Cotillion chairman. Mothers of the participants enjoyed the unveiling of the beautiful gown, which will be worn by the young ladies at the event. Cindy […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Angela Harse

After spending more than 10 years as an attorney in private practice, Angela Harse joined Children’s Mercy Hospital as Staff Counsel and Assistant Risk Manager. Angela is a member of the Centurions Class of 2015. She serves as the communication chairman and is helping to plan the December Task Force and the Women’s Forum next […]

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Women’s Employment Network – 2014 Legacy Circle Cocktail Party

The 2014 Legacy Circle Cocktail Party, a benefit for the Women’s Employment Network, was held on September 18th at the lovely home of Steve Metzler and Brian Williams. The event honored WEN’s Legacy Circle donors, who are instrumental in supporting WEN’s mission to empower women to achieve economic independence through sustained employment.  Also featured in […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Greg Mosher

Greg Mosher is a senior vice president at Lockton Companies. He and his wife, Holly, have three children, Mia, Hudson and Graham. Greg has been a member of the March of Dimes board of directors and the Signature Chefs Auction committee for two years. This year, Holly and Greg were the chairmen of the Signature […]

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Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Schellhorn!

Kendall Marie Matous and Charles William Schellhorn, Jr. were married on May 24th at Village Presbyterian Church. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth John Matous of Wichita, Kansas. Kendall is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles John Matous of Wichita and the late Mr. and Mrs. William T. Powell, Jr. […]

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MOCSA – Young at Art Cocktail Party and Auction

MOCSA’s 10th annual Young at Art Cocktail Party and Auction was held at the Uptown Theater. Deanna and Greg Graves were the honorary chairmen, and Melanie Fenske and Kim Harp served as the co-chairmen of the event that featured signature martinis, hors d’oeuvres, silent and live auctions, and a live performance by The Elders. Proceeds […]

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BOTAR – 2014 Royal Welcome

Kat Baty and Cat Larrison served as the co-chairmen of the 2014 BOTAR Royal Welcome. The September 5th event was held at The American Royal. BOTARs, escorts, royal escorts, and their families enjoyed a delicious Mexican buffet and learned about the rich history of The American Royal. The 65th BOTAR Ball will be held on […]

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UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance – Crescendo

UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo will be held on November 7th at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Lisa Schellhorn recently hosted an Invitation Stuffing Party at her lovely home. Deanna and Greg Graves are the honorary chairmen, and Katherine and Jim Schorgl are serving as the chairmen. Also featured in the […]

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Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Duerst!

Cate Newell Stark and Stephen Paul Duerst were married on August 16th at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Allan Breed Stark of Fairway. Cate is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul Dayton Newell and the late Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Allan Stark. Her groom […]

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Kansas City Art Institute – Patron Preview

Donna and Ward Katz and Irene and Saul Ellis are serving as the co-chairmen of the Kansas City Art Institute’s second annual Patron Preview on December 4th at the H&R Block Artspace at KCAI. Guests will be able to tour studio departments and purchase artwork by students prior to the public opening of the end-of-semester […]

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The University of Kansas Hospital – 13th annual Treads & Threads

September 5th was the date for The University of Kansas Hospital’s 13th annual Treads & Threads at the Kansas Speedway. Proceeds support personalized cancer treatment, including genetic counseling and a new palliative care suite at The University of Kansas Cancer Center, the region’s only National Cancer Institute-designated center. Also featured in the October 18th issue […]

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Human Relations Dinner – Greg M. Graves

The Jewish Community Relations Bureau|American Jewish Committee’s Human Relations Dinner will be held on November 23rd at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Greg M. Graves will receive the 2014 Henry W. Bloch Human Relations Award. Peggy Dunn, Shirley Bush Helzberg, Roshann Parris, and Tammy Peterman are serving as the co-chairmen. Also featured in […]

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Kansas City Ballet – KC Dance Day

The Kansas City Ballet’s fourth annual KC Dance Day was held on August 23rd at the Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity. The special event featured free dance and fitness classes for children and adults, as well as performances by local dance groups and world dance groups representing different dance cultures. Also featured in […]

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Kansas City Young Matrons – Reassembly Day Tea

September 8th was the date for the Kansas City Young Matrons’ Reassembly Day Tea. More than 100 members enjoyed catching up after summer break, followed by a delicious brunch.  Also featured in the October 18, 2014 issue of The Independent Photo Credit: David Remley  Marsha Voran, Marilee Benage, Mary Walker, Mary Whitaker, and Linda Weber […]

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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art – Create the Night…POP!

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art introduces its annual gala, Create the Night…POP! which will be held on February 21st at the Museum. The spectacular evening will celebrate the iconic Pop Art Era and the Museum’s explosive Pop Art Collection. Guests will enjoy an evening of surprise and enchantment, as well as cocktails, a festive dinner and […]

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Lions in Four Launch Party

Laura and Lantz Welch’s beautiful Camelot Castle at Weatherby Lake was the setting for the Lions in Four Launch Party on October 28th. Lions in Four is a socially conscious clothing and accessory brand created by Julie Martin of Our Town and is available at feng in Leawood and Halls on Grand. Also featured in […]

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Notre Dame de Sion – Girls’ Tennis Class 2 District Tournament

Following terrific performances in the Girls’ Tennis Class 2 District Tournament and an impressive showing at Sectionals over the weekend (Notre Dame de Sion took first place overall at both tournaments), Sion’s Tennis team is headed to the Missouri state tournament this weekend. Freshman Catherine Henne won Singles 1st place. Senior Michaela Henne and sophomore […]

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American Red Cross – Centennial Celebration

The American Red Cross’ 2014 Centennial Celebration will be held on October 23rd at the Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. On September 11th, the steering committee met at the beautiful home of Susie Heddens to assemble more than 3,500 invitations. Diane Canaday Hesse, Susie Heddens, Margi Pence, and Cappy Powell are serving as co-chairmen.  […]

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The Lyric Opera of Kansas City – Over There! Cabaret

On August 23rd, The Lyric Opera of Kansas City performed Over There! Cabaret at the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial. The highlight of the evening was a cabaret performance featuring music from the era. Trudy and Jack Gabriel served as the chairmen. Also featured in the October 4th issue of The Independent […]

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