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Notre Dame de Sion Schools – 37th Annual Gala, “There’s No Place Like Sion”

A lot of fellowship and fun was had on March 4th at Notre Dame de Sion Schools’ 37th Annual Gala, “There’s No Place Like Sion.” Guests were treated to a performance of the Wizard of Oz featuring Faculty Members Maggie Killian and Kate Pilgreen and Student Carolina O’Byrne, silent and live auctions, a raffle with […]

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Congratulations, Katherine & Scott!

Katherine Elizabeth Richey and Scott Logan Barnow were united in matrimony on December 31st. The bride is the daughter of Julie Davis Richey and Craig R. Richey of Pittsburg, Kansas. Her groom is the son of Stephanie Louk Barnow and W. Kent Barnow of Mission Hills, Kansas. The Barnows hosted a lovely rehearsal dinner at […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Chas Vincent

Chas Vincent has served as a volunteer with Wayside Waifs since 2018. When he is working as a Meet ‘n’ Greet volunteer, he shows dogs who are available for adoption to people who are looking to add canine members to their families. His other duties include assisting at the front desk in the adoptions area, […]

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Heart of America Shakespeare Festival – Patrons Party for Romantic Revels

On February 16th, the lovely home of Kelly and Joe Privitera was the site for the Patrons Party for Romantic Revels, a benefit for the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival. That evening, Linda Word, board member, was honored with the Founder’s Award in recognition of her many years of service. Doctors Susan and Charles Porter […]

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Johnson County Library Foundation – Library Lets Loose

Johnson County Library Foundation’s Library Lets Loose event will be held on September 23rd at the Central Resource Library. Julie Steiner and Stann Tate are serving as the event planning co-chairs. Library lovers can sip on the signature cocktail, “Let Loose Juice,” and enjoy music, sweet and savory bites, prize drawings to win unique experiences, […]

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Park University’s International Center for Music – Benefactor Party for Stanislav & Friends 2023

February 21st was the date for the Benefactor Party for Stanislav & Friends 2023 at The River Club. Guests enjoyed a performance by Park ICM student artists and delectable cuisine by Executive Chef Jos van Hengel. The event, a benefit for Park University’s International Center for Music, was held on March 11th at the Kauffman […]

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Growing Futures Early Education Center – Pickleball & Jams

February 19th was the date, and Chicken N Pickle in Overland Park, Kansas, was the place for Growing Futures Early Education Center’s first annual Pickleball & Jams tournament. Guests competed in multiple rounds of the popular sport and enjoyed the tunes of Vanessa Ramirez, aka DJ Ne$$. Proceeds will help provide quality early learning opportunities […]

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Congratulations, Amy & David!

Mr. and Mrs. Barry Thomas Trader of Columbia, Missouri, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Elizabeth Trader, to David Rall Bradley III, the son of Mr. and Mrs. David Rall Bradley, Jr. of Saint Joseph, Missouri. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mrs. Robert Stanley Lemon of Wildwood, Missouri, and the […]

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Children’s Mercy – 2023 Red Hot Night

February 4th outdoors? Brrr! February 4th at the Kansas City Convention Center? Ahhh. That was the evening for the 19th annual Red Hot Night gala, which was hosted by the Red Hot Night board. Proceeds benefited pediatric research at Children’s Mercy. Angela Hurt and Anita and Dean Newton were the honorary co-chairs, and the co-chairs […]

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Defying the Odds: A HALO Art Auction Benefiting Homeless Youth

February 24th was the date – and Hotel Kansas City was the place – for Defying the Odds: A HALO Art Auction. Missy and Bill Love and Rebecca and Trey Bowen were the honorary co-chairs. There were live and silent auctions, which featured a variety of items, including artwork by HALO youth and professional artists. […]

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Benedictine College – 51st Scholarship Ball

Practice makes perfect! That was certainly true when Lené Westerman and Colleen and Kevin O’Malley reprised their roles as co-chairmen of the 51st Benedictine College Scholarship Ball. The Cross of the Order of St. Benedict was awarded to Kathy and Jack Newman. The emcee was John Holt. The evening’s festivities included videos, student features, and […]

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2023 Paw Print Issue

A celebration of the remarkable pets of Our Town.  Sponsored by:                                                                      

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Friends of Chamber Music – Soirée 2023

Doctors Hilary and John Stroh served as the honorary chairs for Soirée 2023. The benefit for the Friends of Chamber Music was held at the Kansas City Club on March 3rd. Nancy Lee Kemper is the board chair. Among the highlights were a preview of the 2023-2024 season, a live auction, and a performance by […]

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Toast To Olde Tymes – Ruth Warrick

January 1970 saw the launch of a new soap opera on Channel 9, Kansas City’s ABC affiliate: All My Children, created by Agnes Nixon. One of its stars was Ruth Warrick, who had roots in Our Town. Film aficionados may argue that she should be best remembered for her part in Orson Welles’ film Citizen […]

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Volunteer Appreciation Month at Children’s Mercy

The Good Cheer Volunteers are being applauded by Children’s Mercy during this year’s Volunteer Appreciation Month. These rays of sunshine help make the days brighter for clients and their family members and caregivers. In addition to assisting with parent programs, they help clients enjoy experiences similar to camp activities, such as crafts, games, and special […]

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K-State Alumni Association – Wabash CannonBall

February 24th was the date for the K-State Alumni Association’s Wabash CannonBall. The 16th annual event was held at the Overland Park Convention Center. Nearly 900 guests celebrated at the black-tie evening, which supports scholarships for K-State students from the Kansas City area.                     Featured in […]

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Alphapointe – Seventh Annual Boots and Pearls: Wine and Whiskey

The J. Rieger Distillery was the site for Alphapointe’s seventh annual Boots and Pearls: Wine and Whiskey. Nearly 600 guests gathered for the February 24th event. Partygoers sampled wines, beers, J. Rieger spirits and cocktails, delicious bites, and tempting auction packages. Proceeds will be used to support vision rehabilitation for people with vision loss.   […]

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Congratulations, Ericka & Jim!

Lisa Schubert Hickok and Mr. John Dible Hickok, Jr., of Kansas City, Missouri, and Mr. and Mrs. Bart Carl Schubert of Coronado, California, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Ericka Jean Schubert, to James Austin Howe, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kerry James Howe of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The bride-to-be is […]

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Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault – 2023 Community Luncheon

Ann and Josh Rowland are serving as the honorary chairs for the 29th annual Community Luncheon, a benefit for the Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault (MOCSA). The event will be held on May 5th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. The keynote speaker will be Jodi Kantor, a Pulitzer Prize […]

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Congratulations, McKenzie & Riley!

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Joseph Burns of Village of Loch Lloyd, Missouri, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, McKenzie Rose Burns, to Riley James Shirk, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Troy Lynn Shirk of Rogersville, Missouri. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Vera Quiroz Clarke and the late Mr. […]

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TRAILBLAZING: Central Exchange

The Central Exchange was founded in 1980 by Marjorie Powell Allen and Beth Smith. The 160 founding members included Kay Barnes, Anita Butler, Joan Dillon, Adele Hall, Mamie Hughes, Dorothy Johnson, Linda Moore, Terry Satterlee, Linda Hood Talbott, and Judith Whittaker. Toni Watson was the organization’s first executive director. Ann Hackett is the current leader […]

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