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Crittenton Children’s Center – A Toast for the Children

A Toast for the Children, an annual benefit for Crittenton Children’s Center, was held held on October 10th at Starlight Theatre. Dr. Gary D. Baker was honored for his extraordinary service and dedication to Crittenton. Proceeds from the event support mental health services and programs for area youth. Also featured in the November 30th issue […]

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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art – Committee of 100

October 8th was the date for The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’s Committee of 100’s Celebratory Luncheon at the Museum. Mary Atterbury and Liz Uhlmann were the honorary co-chairmen, and Caroline McCallister and Stephanie Seigfreid were the chairmen of the event which featured guest speaker Charlotte Moss.  Also featured in the November 3oth issue of The […]

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The Kansas City Ballet – Opening Night Party

October 11th was the date for The Kansas City Ballet’s Opening Night Party to kick off the 56th season. The event was held at the Belger Arts Center, and guests enjoyed delicious fare before being transported to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts for The Kansas City Ballet’s fall performance. Also featured in the […]

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Truman Medical Centers – Eat Your Art Out

On November 4th, Truman Medical Centers held its first-ever Eat Your Art Out event at Webster House. Terri and Doug Curran served as the honorary chairmen. More than 300 guests enjoyed sumptuous fare, cocktails, live entertainment, and a biennial juried art exhibit of works created by local artists living with mental illness. Also featured in […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Darren Prenger

Darren Prenger is the director of business development for ECCO Select, an award-winning IT consulting and services firm based in Our Town. Darren is a member of the Centurions, Class of 2014. He participated in the Community Leadership Committee and Sports Task Force last year. Darren is currently serving on the social and retreat committees […]

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The Society of Fellows – Annual Dinner

The Society of Fellows of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art held its Annual Dinner on October 17th in Kirkwood Hall. Guests enjoyed the grand opening of the featured exhibition, Impressionist France; Visions of Nation Le Grey to Monet, followed by a delightful French-inspired culinary feast presented by Executive Chef Jonathan Pye. Also featured in the November […]

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Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties Cotillion – Meet and Greet

Bishop Miege High School was the setting for a tuxedo fitting and meet and greet for the fathers of the Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties Cotillion honorees. The men had a wonderful time socializing and getting to know each another.  Also featured in the November 30th issue of The Independent  Randy Larsen and […]

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62nd Annual Kappa Homes Tour

Celebrate the Season at the 62nd Annual Kappa Homes Tour from December 4th through the 6th. Four exceptional homes will be on display, beautifully decorated for the holidays by local floral designers. The Gift & Gourmet Shop at Homestead Country Club will offer numerous vendors selling holiday gifts, jewelry, home goods and homemade treats. Proceeds […]

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TAKE FIVE

March 7th is the date for the Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri’s third annual Take Five event to be held at The Guild. Guests will have the chance to win incredible prize packages. Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Photo Credit:  Andrea Nigh Photography 2013 Committee Members: (Front row) Becca […]

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2014 Lyric Opera Ball

“Diamonds are Forever,” is the theme of The 2014 Lyric Opera Ball, presented by The Lyric Opera Circle. Bonne and Cliff Illig are the honorary chairmen, and Jeanette Prenger is serving as the chairman. The grand event will be held on April 12th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Also featured […]

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Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas – Annual Meeting and Vespers

October 29th was the date for Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas’ Annual Meeting and Vespers. A service was led by Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann, followed by a candlelight reception at the Savior Pastoral Center. Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Kathy O’Hara, Ken Williams, David Staker, Greg and Caroline Reintjes, and […]

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Kansas City Young Matrons – Civic Honoring Day

On October 7th, the Kansas City Young Matrons celebrated Civic Honoring Day at their historic Club House. Guests enjoyed a delicious lunch and Past Presidents, Silver Members, Life Members, and Honorary Members were honored.  Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: David Remley Honorary Members: Virgie Bancroft, Margaret Ewing, Peggy […]

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The Kansas City Repertory Theatre – A Fearless Fête

The Kansas City Repertory Theatre will celebrate 50 years of groundbreaking theatre at A Fearless Fête 2014 on May 30th at the Spencer Theatre. Deanna and Greg Graves are serving as the honorary chairmen of the event which will feature performance  highlights from the past five decades, games and commemorative events, a live auction, creative […]

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Bishop Spencer Place – Bishop’s Benefit

On October 16th, Bishop Spencer Place held its Bishop’s Benefit at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Jeannette Nichols received the Bishop’s Award, and Alison Coulson was the chairman.  Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Jerry Kolb Carolyn Gerwick, Rich Coulson and Cappy and Peter Powell, board president […]

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Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Hoffman!

Mary Blair Palmer and Jeffrey Alan Hoffman were married on August 3rd at The James Leary Flood Mansion in San Francisco, California. The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. David Odell Palmer of Dallas, Texas. Her groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Rick J. Hoffman of Olathe. The evening prior, the […]

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Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Wissing!

Erin Gibson Kerr and Geoffrey Alan Wissing were married on October 13th in Charlottesville, Virginia. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hunter Snell of Charlottesville and Mr. Everett Gibson Kerr of Our Town. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Wilkie Wood of Charlottesville and Mr. and Mrs. Whitney […]

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American Girl Fashion Show

November 9th was the date for The Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties’ American Girl Fashion Show at Deer Creek Country Club. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Kansas Children’s Service League. Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent  (Front row) McKenzie Pomerenke and Riley Smitko (back row) Kaitlyn Summerour, […]

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In the Spotlight – 10th Annual Red Hot Night

February 8th is the date for Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics’ 10th Annual Red Hot Night. Mikel and Dave Flickinger and Stacie and Kevin Needham are the honorary co-chairmen. The event will be held in the Grand Ballroom of the Kansas City Convention Center.  Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Photo […]

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Kansas City Art Institute – Janet K. Meyer Miller Terrace

The dedication of the new Janet K. Meyer Miller terrace was held on September 25th at the Kansas City Art Institute. Also featured in the November 16th issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Mark McDonald Lucille Moriarty, Mary Kate Bird, Dr. Patrick Moriarty, and Deborah Bird Dr. Mark Maslan and Cathy Tivol Maslan with Michael […]

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First Call Alcohol/Drug Prevention & Recovery – Message in a Bottle

September 17th was the date for First Call Alcohol/Drug Prevention & Recovery’s third annual Message in a Bottle: A Celebration of Healing at the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial. Lena Price and Tom Cohen were the chairmen of the event which featured keynote speakers and best-selling authors David Sheff and Nic Sheff.  […]

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