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The Kansas City Rose Society – Annual Luncheon

The Carriage Club was the site for The Kansas City Rose Society’s Annual Luncheon on November 1st. Special guest Diane Sommers,   the American Rose Society president, presented Taylor Smith with the ARS Rising Star Award, one of only five awards given to individuals in the United States! Also recognized were Joan Sherman, past board […]

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Children’s Mercy – Fall 2023 Investiture Ceremony

Children’s Mercy formally invested five endowed faculty positions in the fields of healthy lifestyles, clinical pharmacology, neurology, surgery, and developmental and behavioral health on October 24th at its Fall 2023 Investiture Ceremony. With gratitude to the many donors who made this possible, Children’s Mercy is grateful for these vital positions that continue the work of […]

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Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas – St. Martin of Tours Mass and Reception

November 3rd was the date when supporters of Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas’ Snow Ball gathered for the annual St. Martin of Tours Mass and Reception. Founded in 1974, the St. Martin of Tours League was inspired by the patron saint known for helping those most in need. St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church […]

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Congratulations, McKenzie & Riley!

McKenzie Rose Burns and Riley James Shirk were married on September 9th at White Iron Ridge in Smithville, Missouri. The bride is the daughter of Marianne and Timothy Burns of Village of Loch Lloyd, Missouri. She is the granddaughter of the late Vera Clarke, the late Lupe Alvarez, and the late Virginia and Edmund Burns. […]

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Kansas City Museum – JewelHouse Project

On November 2nd, Kansas City Museum participated in an event in New York City at Bergdorf Goodman’s BG Restaurant to celebrate the launch of artist Summer Wheat’s new monograph by Rizzoli Electa and to announce Kansas City Museum’s JewelHouse project. The event was hosted by The Mint Museum, Kansas City Museum, and Kemper Museum of […]

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Congratulations, Alexandra & William!

Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Scott Maday of Mission Hills, Kansas, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Alexandra Adair Maday, to William Charleston Bolen, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Patrick Bolen of Mission Hills. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Beverly Sue Brownlee-Duncan of Prairie Village, Kansas, and the late Alden […]

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Powell Gardens – 2023 Under A Harvest Moon

This year’s Under A Harvest Moon, a benefit for Powell Gardens, was a special one. Chairman Susan Ambler Spencer created a delightful evening where two special people were honored: Courtney Risner Earnest was posthumously recognized as the honorary chairman; and volunteer Bruce Monke was given the inaugural Courtney Risner Earnest Volunteer Service Award. With a […]

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UMKC Conservatory – Crescendo Brilliant Together

November 3rd was the date for the UMKC Conservatory’s Crescendo Brilliant Together, which was held at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Co-chairs Bev and Erik Elving and Peter Bali and JoZach Miller created a 1920’s-themed soiree to delight the senses, complete with a performance featuring the UMKC Conservatory’s faculty and staff, followed by […]

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70/60/30 – Congratulations, Lisa & Ken Block!

It’s all about the numbers! Lisa and Ken Block threw their signature numbers party for their birthdays and anniversary: 70/60/30 (previous bashes included 60/50/20 and 50/40/10) to the delight of a great number of their friends and family. The Prime Social Rooftop was the location for the soiree, which included dancers from Quixotic, signage on […]

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Rachel’s Reads – November 2023

As we step further into the holiday season, we gather with loved ones and share tenderhearted moments typically around food. Whether we are trying new recipes or making family favorites that have been passed down through generations, food always helps to warm the soul. Here are a few of the cookbooks I enjoyed flipping through, […]

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Congratulations, Alexandra & Vincent!

Alexandra Jayne Muehlberger and Vincent Maxwell Privitera were joined in matrimony on July 15th at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Kansas City, Missouri. The bride is the daughter of Jayme and James Muehlberger of Overland Park, and she is the granddaughter of Mary Jane and John Klein of Leawood, Kansas, and Mary Frances and […]

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KidsTLC – Benefit23

KidsTLC hosted Benefit23, a dreamy evening filled with pajamas and a fun celebration (sounds wonderful!) led by Chairmen Sarah and Ryan Owings. With delightful cocktails from J. Rieger & Co., and a fun after-party with a DJ, guests were able to support KidsTLC’s mission to transform the lives of children and families experiencing mental and […]

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Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas and New Roots – The Gathering

Teresa Walsh hosted the 11th annual occasion of The Gathering, a benefit for Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas and the New Roots program. Missy Kuklenski served as the chairman. New Roots helps refugees, immigrants, and English language learners utilize their skills to help sustain their families and our community through agriculture. The event featured […]

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Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties – Meet and Greet/Icebreaker

Being fitted for formalwear before the Community Ball and Cotillion on December 2nd should be fun, so the Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties hosted a Meet and Greet/Icebreaker for dads and escorts at Lake Quivira Country Club on October 15th. Chatting and measuring seemed to be quite enjoyable!       Featured in […]

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Crib Note – Lucy Marie Royle

Beautiful Lucy Marie Royle made her way into the world on September 18th, with brown hair and brown eyes, weighing eight pounds, two ounces; and boasting an elegant 21 inches in length. Lucy’s very proud parents are Caroline and Zack Royle. Her maternal grandparents are Sharon and Larry Chambers, and her maternal great-grandmother is Beverly […]

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The Family Conservancy’s Blue Carpet Event

The Family Conservancy’s Blue Carpet Event was held on October 13th at The Abbott. Partygoers enjoyed cocktails, dinner, live music, a wine pull, and silent and live auctions. Sly James was honored with the Betsy Vander Velde Award, recognizing commitment to improving the lives of children and families. Proceeds support the organization to empower Kansas […]

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The 74th BOTAR Ball

The 74th BOTAR Ball was held on October 28th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Mrs. Grant Wilkerson served as the 2023 president and oversaw a magnificent BOTAR year, culminating with the Ball. With a gorgeous setting of greens, pinks, golds, and the ambiance of old-world Palm Beach, guests felt transported […]

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Wayside Waifs – 33rd Annual Strutt With Your Mutt

Wayside Waifs’ 33rd Annual Strutt With Your Mutt was a howling success! Bobby Sight and David Smart served as co-chairs of the September 24th event. Proceeds from the fun day support abandoned, abused, and homeless animals in our metro area, creating a more humane Kansas City for both animals and people.   Featured in the […]

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Congratulations, Shannon & Michael!

Joined in matrimony on July 29th at the Woodland Mosaic Solarium at Denver Botanic Gardens were Dr. Shannon Leigh O’Connor and Dr. Michael Scott Miller. Shannon is the daughter of the late Rebecca Culpepper Benson and the late Dale Eugene O’Connor, and the late Dr. William Frank Benson. Michael is the son of Andrew Miller […]

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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art – 12th Annual Committee of 100 Celebratory Luncheon

The 12th Annual Committee of 100 Celebratory Luncheon was held on September 19th at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Ashley Whittaker, designer and author of “The Well-Loved House,” was the featured speaker. After the presentation, guests enjoyed a beautiful luncheon in Kirkwood Hall. Shelley Copaken and Amy Thompson were the Luncheon co-chairmen, and Kay Newell […]

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The 2023 Lyric Opera Ball Kickoff

September 26th was the date for The Lyric Opera Ball Kickoff, which was hosted at the gorgeous home of Pam Bruce. Committee members enjoyed cocktails and appetizers by the pool. The Lyric Opera Circle’s Lyric Opera Ball, “A Toast To Opera,” will be held on April 20th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City […]

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