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In the Spotlight – Kansas City Hospice House Angel Gala

Ellen Bradbury and Carol Gast are the co-chairmen of the 11th annual Kansas City Hospice House Angel Gala. “Come to the Cabaret” is the theme of the event, to be held on August 16th at the DoubleTree by Hilton.  Also featured in the April 19th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Sally Morrow Photography Ellen Bradbury, […]

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WIN for KC – Camp WIN

Camp WIN, hosted by WIN for KC, will be held from June 9th to the 12th, for nine to 12 year old girls at St. Teresa’s Academy and at Rockhurst University from June 16th through the 19th, for six to eight year old girls. Team Captain applications are still being accepted and can be found […]

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The Kansas City Freedom Schools Initiative – Saving Kansas City’s Sixth Child

Celebrating 20 years in Kansas City, The Kansas City Freedom Schools Initiative’s annual luncheon, Saving Kansas City’s Sixth Child, will be held on May 14th. Jonah Edelman, Stand for Children; is the featured speaker of the event to be held at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Debby and Gary Ballard are the chairmen, […]

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Alphapointe – Dining in the Dark

February 27th was the date for Alphapointe’s Dining in the Dark at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Judi and Dr. Joseph Tauber served as the chairmen. Guests enjoyed cocktails, a silent auction with art donated by visually impaired and sighted artists and a three-course gourmet meal, served in complete darkness by servers who […]

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Rose Brooks Center – 27th annual Cabaret

Tony-award winning actress and star of 30 Rock and Modern Family Jane Krakowski gave a show-stopping performance at Rose Brooks Center’s 27th annual Cabaret. The March 9th event was held at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Proceeds supported Rose Brooks’ mission to provide safe futures for women, children and pets escaping violence. […]

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Girls’ Night In

Dr. Marina Hannen, Dr. Rita Hyde, Dr. Rhea Pimentel, and Dr. Ashley Simmons were the honorary co-chairmen of the ninth annual Girls’ Night In on February 26th at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. The event supported the Adelaide C. Ward Women’s Heart Health Center at The University of Kansas Hospital and Turning Point: The Center […]

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Phoenix Family – Back to the Future

Phoenix Family’s 11th Annual Event, Back to the Future, is set for May 1st in the Grand Ballroom of the Kansas City Convention Center. Trent and Julie Green are serving as honorary chairmen. Jeanette Prenger will receive the 2014 Clifton R. Cohn Distinguished Community Leader Award for her exemplary record of accomplishments and for bettering […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Brian Hayhow

Brian Hayhow can always be counted on to lend a helping hand at Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics. Brian volunteers with patients on a weekly basis and is a former Volunteer of the Month award recipient. He is a founding member and chairman of the new Mercy Ambassadors Auxiliary.  Also featured in the April 5th […]

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KidsTLC – Pour for More

May 9th is the date for the second annual Pour for More cocktail fundraiser, a benefit for KidsTLC. Kristin and Matt Holton are the chairmen of the event to be held on May 9th at The Guild. Guests will enjoy delectable fare, a silent auction and entertainment by The Dueling Piano Guys.  Also featured in […]

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Benedictine College – Scholarship Ball

Lené Westerman and Joan Koechner Charbonneau and Stephen Charbonneau served as the co-chairmen of the Benedictine College Scholarship Ball. The February 22nd event was held at the Overland Park Convention Center. Patricia Kearney Elder and the founding members of the Benedictine Raven Soccer Boosters were honored with the Cross of the Order of St. Benedict.  […]

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Tails of Our Town – Hattie Lally

Rescued by Dr. Wayne Hunthausen, Hattie Lally is the studio dog on the Anything Goes Show with Charles Ferruzza. The six year old West Highland White Terrier makes her home with Martha Lally, KKFI producer. Catch Hattie on the KKFI website as part of the show team.  Also featured in the April 5th issue of […]

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Congratulations, Dorothy and Louis!

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Fred Owen of Our Town are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Dorothy Caroline Owen, to Louis Joseph Weber IV, the son of Susan England Coke of Dallas, Texas, and Mr. Louis Joseph Weber III of Dallas, Texas. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. […]

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Women’s Foundation – A Celebration of Women

A Celebration of Women, The Women’s Foundation of Greater Kansas City’s commemorative journal, will be unveiled on May 12th at a Publication Reception. The event will be hosted by Cathy Dean at Polsinelli. The annual publication recognizes and celebrates Our Town’s women and girls. Michelle Suter and Peggy Donica are the co-chairmen. Also featured in […]

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Wayside Waifs – Purr Gamma Bark

Members of Wayside Waif’s Purr Gamma Bark sorority gathered on February 12th at the beautiful home of Susan Sight. Guests enjoyed shopping for sorority spirit wear, singing the official sorority song and planning fun fall events. Each of the sisters donated dog and cat toys for the Waifs.  Also featured in the April 5th issue […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Aaron Link

A native of Our Town, Aaron Link is a graduate of Rockhurst High School. He is a project manager for Perceptive Software’s public sector clients. Aaron serves on the Centurion Task Force where he has worked with KinderKC and Operation Breakthrough. The Centurions program has taught Aaron about the many facets of Our Town and […]

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ArtBra KC

May 2nd is the date for ArtBra KC, a fabulous auction event featuring more than 70 works-of-art bras. Breast cancer survivors and patients will model the unique bras. Adrienne Helvey and Sharon Snowden-Hake are serving as the co-chairmen.  Also featured in the April 5th issue of The Independent  Adrienne Helvey and Sharon Snowden-Hake, co-chairmen  

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St. Teresa’s Academy – Golf Classic 

Laureen and Bob Caffarelli and Kelly and Willie Lanier are serving as the co-chairmen of the 15th annual St. Teresa’s Academy Golf Classic. The event will be held on May 5th at The Country Club of Leawood. Golfers will enjoy a continental breakfast, beverages, lunch, special event and team prizes, and an individual player gift.  Also featured […]

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The Vodka Martini Event: AUDIENTIA

Christina and David Bernstein were the honorary chairmen and Susan Bernstein Luetje and Chucker Luetje served as the chairmen of The Vodka Martini Event: AUDIENTIA, a benefit for the Saint Luke’s Midwest Ear Institute. The February 21st gala was held at 28 Event Space. Partygoers enjoyed vodka martinis paired with delicious cuisine and incredible entertainment by […]

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The Coterie Theatre – Boots & Bow Ties

June 28th is the date for Boots & Bow Ties, a benefit celebrating 35 years of The Coterie Theatre. Guests will boot scoot onto the Crown Center Square and enjoy cocktails, dinner and a country cabaret. Johyne Hamra is serving as the chairman, and Beth Ingram, Laurie and Chip Ingram and Jill Ingram Reynolds are […]

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Powell Gardens – Under a Blue Moon: Garden Party and Rare Plant Auction

The 11th annual Under a Blue Moon: Garden Party and Rare Plant Auction will be held on June 8th at Powell Gardens. Norma Sutherland will serve as the honorary chairman, and Mary Ann Powell and Arlyn Silvey are the co-chairmen. Proceeds benefit children’s educational programs at the Gardens. Also featured in the April 5th issue […]

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In the Spotlight

The Salvation Army is pleased to announce that former First Lady Mrs. George W. Bush will be the keynote speaker at its 2014 Civic Luncheon. A member of The Salvation Army’s National Advisory Board, Mrs. Bush has championed key issues in the fields of education, health care and human rights. The Salvation Army will present […]

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