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Rockhurst University – Leadership Series Luncheon

March 5th was the date for the annual Rockhurst University Leadership Series Luncheon. The annual event was held at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Carly Fiorina, bestselling author, philanthropist, and former presidential candidate, was the keynote speaker. The University also recognized 50 years of becoming a co-educational institution by honoring female […]

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Homegrown – Garden Party

With life as I know it put on pause during the quarantine, I was at a loss as to how to find peace in the unknown. If this spring has taught me anything, it is to slow down and appreciate the trifecta of happiness: family, far away friends, and fresh air. Fortunately, Mother Nature’s business […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – David Kim

David Kim is a partner at Stinson, where his practice focuses on representing clients in business transactions and in equity and debt offerings for emerging growth companies. David and his wife, Jenny, are both very active with the Angel Board of The Children’s Place, Harvesters, and the Community Supplemental Food Program. David is a member […]

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Sherwood Autism Center – Beat The Blues

Blue was the color of the evening at Sherwood Autism Center’s Beat The Blues party. The third annual event was held at The Abbott. Mandy and Ryan Gray served as the chairmen. Guests helped to raise $116,000 to support the mission of changing the world for a child or adult with autism. Chris and Julie […]

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The National World War I Museum and Memorial – Extraordinary Measures

As the well-known saying goes, “extraordinary times call for … extraordinary measures.” There is no debate regarding the challenges of the times we are living through now, in the 21st century. But, what remains to be seen is how we develop a path not only for survival, but for caring for each other. There is […]

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Happy Birthday, Graham!

Turning one year old during a pandemic and having two older sisters requires a certain … shall we say … savoir faire! Graham Parker Sansale has just what it takes to navigate a quarantine birthday: cookies, bananas, unrolled toilet paper, and a resolute determination to have fun while keeping the family on its toes! Proud […]

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William Jewell College – Achievement Day Dinner and Celebration

William Jewell College’s 76th Annual Achievement Day Dinner and Celebration was held at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Coach Bill Snyder was the honorary chairman. The William Jewell Citation for Achievement was awarded to three former student athletes, Jill Nagel, Vernon Percy Howard, and Phil Youtsey. John Sherman was the guest […]

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The Dish With Ann – Mesob Restaurant

When I first asked Chef Cherven Desauguste where he was from, he said, “Planet Earth.” This exemplifies his sense of humor and joie de vivre in terms of cooking and co-owning Mesob Restaurant, along with his fiancée, Chef Mehret Tesfamariam. Its new location is in the former Krokstrom Scandinavian Comfort Food, just across the street […]

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Toast To Olde Tymes – Virginia Page Hart

Virginia Page was born on October 27, 1909. She was the daughter of Louise J. Page and Henry Clay Page. Her father was a lawyer. He was serving as the public administrator when he died unexpectedly at the age of 47 in 1922. Virginia graduated from Sunset Hill School in 1927. She attended Radcliffe College. On […]

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The Dish With Ann – Food Trucks

In this age of coronavirus, there is only so much cooking a person can bear. Yes, baking can be soothing when you’re feeling anxious and cooped up. But let’s face it, we are all craving a bit of fresh air and a safe adventure. Ordering your next lunch or dinner from a food truck may […]

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Rachel’s Reads – May 2020

As the stay-at-home order continues, my news feed has been filled with images of parents and their kids attempting to figure out how to navigate this new world. Although I don’t have children, I have been enthralled at the activities that people have come up with and sympathetic to struggles that I can’t begin to […]

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Johnson County Library Foundation – Library Lets Loose

September 12th is the date for the Johnson County Library Foundation’s Library Lets Loose event. Cindy Wallis-Lage and Kent Lage are the honorary hosts for the party, which will be held at the Central Resource Library in Overland Park. Guests will enjoy libations, tasty fare, music, dancing, and activities. Also featured in the May 2, […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Davin Gordon

Davin Gordon is a member of the Centurions Spring Class of 2021. He has served on the Urban Neighborhoods Task Force and is a member of the recruiting committee. Davin has made a commitment to helping Kansas City’s underserved neighborhoods. As the business development officer for AltCap, he is promoting the catalyst for investment in […]

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Rising Star Reflections – Shelly Doucet

Since being named to The Independent’s Rising Stars, Class of 2017, Shelly Doucet has been extremely busy with her work at the UMKC School of Education, where she is raising scholarship funds for future educators. She completed her service as president of the local Association of Fundraising Professionals and remains on the board as past […]

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Notre Dame de Sion School – Gala Auction: A Toast to Sion

The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center was the site for Notre Dame de Sion Schools’ Gala Auction: A Toast to Sion. John Houlehan was the honorary chairman of the March 7th event. Katherine Bontrager Houlehan and Joe Houlehan, Megan Houlehan Timmons and Nick Timmons, Mary Ann and Matt Knopke, and Jen Ferguson Clarkson and […]

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Crib Note – Conness Elizabeth Snively

February 22nd was the magical day for the arrival of Conness Elizabeth Snively. This adorable baby girl is the daughter of Amy Blair Snively and Matthew Snively of Our Town. CeCe, as she is known, weighed six pounds, seven ounces, and was 19 and 1/2 inches long. She has blue eyes and brown hair. Her […]

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The Children’s SPOT at Saint Luke’s Hospital – School Night Out For SPOT

February 29th was the date for The Children’s SPOT at Saint Luke’s Hospital’s School Night Out For SPOT. The festive event, which celebrated the organization’s 40th anniversary, was held at the Plexpod Westport Commons. Partygoers enjoyed the tunes of DJ Kirby and dined on creative cafeteria-inspired fare and drinks. Ed Matheny Jr., Bob West, and […]

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Homegrown – Modern Monograms

By the time I left for college, I owned enough monogrammed items to be considered a walking Vera Bradley ad. I had my monogram on my bath towels, my makeup bag, and even a large Pi Beta Phi name sticker on my Jeep. Today, I can proudly say that although I no longer spotlight my […]

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Catholic Education Foundation – Gaudeamus

Janet and Darren Lovick will serve as chairmen of the Catholic Education Foundation’s Gaudeamus. The October 24th gala will be held at the Overland Park Convention Center. Proceeds help children in need, ages kindergarten through 12th grade, with scholarships to attend Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas. Also featured in the […]

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Congratulations, Clare & Robert!

Clare Tracy Wallendjack and Robert Pitt Powell were married on February 8th at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Boca Grande, Florida. The bride is the daughter of Teresa and Mark Wallendjack of Montclair, Virginia. Clare is the granddaughter of Lois O’Connor of Hackettstown, New Jersey, and the late Walter Wallendjack, and the late Louise and […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Jessica Blubaugh

Jessica Blubaugh is a member of the Centurions Spring Class of 2021. She serves on the steering committee and will step into the role of steering committee chairman in her second year of the program. Jessica is the director of WIN for KC (Women’s Intersport Network). As a division of the Kansas City Sports Commission […]

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