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Crib Note – Henry Patrick Sullivan

A blue bundle of joy named Henry Patrick Sullivan was born on March 19th. He weighed eight pounds, one ounce, was 19 and a half inches long and has bright blue eyes. His proud parents are Libby and Brady Sullivan of Leawood. Henry’s grandparents are Nan and Mark Meyerdirk of Our Town and Bridget Collins-Sullivan […]

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Art of the Car Concours

Jim Wanser will serve as the coordinator, and Marshall Miller, founder; is the chairman of the Seventh Annual Art of the Car Concours, which will take place on June 23rd on the Kansas City Art Institute campus. More than 200 vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles will be on display. On June 22nd, automobile aficionados can […]

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Rockhurst High School – Spectacular Auction

“A New York Nightscape” was the theme of Rockhurst High School’s Spectacular Auction. Christina and Mark Demetree, Sarah and Ray Evans, Anna and Chuck Naylor, and Susanne and Brad Stanley were the co-chairmen. The event was held on April 20th at the school and guests enjoyed yellow cabs, street vendors, and student jugglers.  Also featured […]

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Kansas City Art Institute – Art and Design Auction Patron’s Party

The beautiful home of Sue and Lewis Nerman was the setting for the Patrons’ Party for the Kansas City Art Institute’s Art and Design Auction. Guests enjoyed an artful buffet by Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions. Vicky and Akio Takamori, ceramic artist and KCAI alumnus; were the featured guests. Kathy and Mark Donovan and Mary and […]

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MOCSA – Community Luncheon

May 3rd was the date for The Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault’s Community Luncheon at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Kayla Harrison, the first American to win an Olympic gold medal in judo, was the keynote speaker. Sonya and Jim Nutter hosted the Patrons’ Party.  Jennifer and Chuck Laue and […]

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American Heart Association – Go Red for Women Luncheon

April 19th was the date for the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Luncheon at the Overland Park Convention Center. More than 1,000 guests attended the sold-out event which has saved the lives of 627,000 women during the past ten years. Gina Danner and Kathy Koehler served as co-chairmen Also featured in the June […]

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Harvesters – Forks & Corks

April 25th was the date for Harvesters’ Forks & Corks in the Grand Ballroom of the Kansas City Convention Center. During its 17-year history, Forks & Corks has helped Harvesters provide more than 11 million meals to hungry people. Mandy and David Waters served as the chairmen.  Also featured in the June 1st issue of […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Jason Souter 

Jason Souter recently took a sabbatical from his job as a project manager at Cerner Corporation, which included spending seven days at Ronald McDonald House Charities – Kansas City, stocking linen closets and organizing storage areas and toys. He and his daughter, Jayden, had spent more than 100 nights there after she was diagnosed with […]

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Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas

April 19th was the date for an appreciation reception for the patrons’ of the Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas’ Snow Ball. Snow Ball Presidents Jeanne and Charlie Haake thanked patrons for their tireless help and dedication. The 40th annual Snow Ball will be held on January 18th. Also featured in the June 1st issue […]

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Milburn Country Club – Clubhouse Ribbon Cutting

On May 15th, Milburn Country Club’s Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was celebrated by members and representatives from A. L. Huber, Zimmer and Helix Architecture & Design. In 2013, MCC celebrates its 96th year in Overland Park. Eric Packel, MCC president; cut the ribbon.     

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revUp for reStart

June 14th is the date for revUp for reStart at Assurant Employee Benefits. Harlan Brownlee will accept the Business Honoree award on behalf of the Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City. Mike Burke is the honorary chairman, and Linda Word and John Kinney are serving as the co-chairmen.  Also featured in the May 18th issue […]

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Otis Taylor Celebrity Golf Tournament

June 24th is the date for the 20th Annual Otis Taylor Celebrity Golf Tournament at Swope Memorial Golf Course. Players will join Ricky Siglar, Kansas City Chiefs ambassador; and other sports celebrities from the Kansas City Chiefs, Comets, Sporting KC, and Kansas City Royals teams for a great day of golf. Hugh O’Donnell is serving […]

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Congratulations, Mary & Jeffrey! 

Dr. and Mrs. David Odell Palmer of Dallas, Texas, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary Blair Palmer, to Jeffrey Alan Hoffman, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Rick J. Hoffman of Olathe. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. James Houston Blair of Dallas and the late Mrs. Blair and the […]

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WIN for KC – Tennis Clinic

The WIN for KC Youth Advisory Board attended a tennis clinic coached by Scott Hanover on April 14th at the Plaza Tennis Center. The girls learned the basic rules of tennis and how to control the ball. The Youth Advisory Board meets about once a month around Town to stay fit and healthy.  Also featured […]

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Kansas City CARE Clinic – Bloom Speaks Easy

April 12th was the date for the Kansas City CARE Clinic’s Bloom Speaks Easy in the West Bottoms. Amy McAnarney and David Hunt were the honorary chairmen, and Kate McKinney, Kurt Knapstein and Emily and Matt Baldwin were the co-chairmen. Guests donned their best 1920’s attire and knocked on a secret door to step back […]

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Red Dirt Shop

Tom Corbin has an international reputation as a sculptor, but his talents as a painter also make him a beloved and highly sought after artist in Kansas City. Tom’s female figure sculptures are often transformed into tributes for notable people and organizations in Our Town, and he has generously lent his creative talents to The […]

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Harvester – Chefs Classic

June 23rd is the date for Harvester’s Chefs Classic to be held at The American Restaurant. Carla and Danny O’Neill are the honorary chairmen, and Debbie Gold is the host chef. Visiting Chefs Vinny Dotolo, Animal Restaurant, Los Angeles; Kelly English, Restaurant Iris, Memphis; and Nancy Olson, Gramercy Tavern, New York; will join local Chefs […]

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Tails of Our Town – Lucy Dreyer

Thelma and Gene Dreyer have fallen in love with their new baby, Lucy. The beautiful golden Labradoodle loves to play tug-of-war, go for car rides and have her stomach scratched. Lucy recently celebrated her first birthday, complete with toys and cake! Also featured in the May 18th issue  

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Great Plains SPCA’s Pawtini

“Vegas Vacation” was the theme of the Great Plains SPCA’s Pawtini. Kevin Westrope, Jason Holmes, Julie Nelson Meers and Sam Meers were the honorary co-chairmen. The event was held on April 6th at Sporting Kansas City and guests enjoyed cocktails, delicious food stations and silent and live auctions. Proceeds benefited needy pets. Also featured in […]

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