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BOTAR – Escort Mothers’ Coffee

Tracy and Charlie Tetrick’s lovely home was the setting for the BOTAR Escort Mothers’ Coffee. Mothers gathered on August 15th to learn about the exciting BOTAR season ahead.   Escort Mothers’ Coffee Committee Members: Emily Hill, Janet Taggart, Tracy Tetrick, host; Bridget Hoffman, and Mary Ann Knopke    Sarah Tate, Amy Polen, and BOTAR President […]

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AdventHealth Foundation Shawnee Mission – Golf Classic

AdventHealth Foundation Shawnee Mission’s Golf Classic featured two shotgun start times, entertaining games at various holes, and great raffle items. All the golfers enjoyed a lunch, with prizes and winnings for the early players. Golfers who had the later tee-off time celebrated at dinner. The event was held on July 15th at Shadow Glen Golf […]

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Park University – A Night at the Helm

June 12th was the date for A Night at the Helm. The event, a benefit for the Park University Global Warrior Center and School of Business, was held at the National World War I Museum and Memorial. Melanie and Jim Rine were the honorary chairmen. Vince Clark served as chairman, with Jeanette Prenger, Kimberlee Ried, […]

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Young Friends of Art – Mimosas & Mulligans

On August 3rd, Mimosas & Mulligans took place on the South Lawn of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, hosted by the Young Friends of Art. Janeane Thompson served as the chairman. Partygoers enjoyed specialty cocktails and playing on Art Course.   Jordan Haas, Taylor Hines, Susanne Watson, Jordan Dockery, and Dakota Loftin   Sabrina Wells […]

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Congratulations, Hayley & Chase!

Dr. and Mrs. Douglas Leroy Nelson of Mission Hills, Kansas, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Hayley Elizabeth Nelson, to Charles August Eckert IV, the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Michael Ferneding of Montgomery, Ohio, and Mr. Charles August Eckert III of Cincinnati, Ohio. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mrs. […]

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Publisher’s Note

We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give.  Winston Churchill Kansas City uniquely embodies the philanthropic spirit. Here, everyone has a cause (or many) that they passionately believe in and to which they give their time and money. In fact, at a fundraising talk earlier this year, […]

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Toast to Olde Tymes – The Brookside Hotel

Author’s note: A decade ago, Michael Churchman wrote Storied Halls: The Brookside Hotel, Treadway Hall, and the Crestwood Condominiums Through Ninety Years, and this scribe is heavily indebted to him for his research. For anyone who grew up enchanted by the stories of Eloise at The Plaza, (in New York, alas, not on the Country […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Chantell Garrett

Chantell Garrett loves traveling. The Dillard University graduate (her bachelor’s degree is in marketing and management information systems) returned to her alma mater in 2017 to receive a 40 Under 40 Award. In addition to her duties as manager for diversity, inclusion, and strategic engagement at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, Chantell focuses […]

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Children’s Mercy – Home for Little Heroes

This house has curb appeal – and more! It’s the Home for Little Heroes, which was built by Summit Homes and its trade partners, who donated materials, labor, and services. Levi Ryff, who is a Children’s Mercy patient, served as the face of the Home for Little Heroes project. When the house was sold, 100 […]

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Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri – Holiday Mart 2019 Special Events Chairman

Sydney Sutherland is the special events chairman for Holiday Mart 2019. The Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri’s annual fundraiser is scheduled for October 17th through the 20th at Bartle Hall. The morning of the 17th is the time for Preferential Shopping (which requires a special ticket). Hilarity (or, at least, much merriment) will ensue […]

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Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Ryan!

Margaret Marie Donnelly and Thomas Michael Ryan were united in matrimony on June 1st at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Roeland Park, Kansas. The bride is the daughter of Suzanne and Joseph Donnelly of Fairway, Kansas, and her groom is the son of Nancy and Richard Ryan of Manhattan, Illinois. Lauren Elizabeth McDonnell, who is […]

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Summer Celebrations 2019

The Summer Celebrations Signature Issue debuts every August and features photos from Our Town’s summer scrapbook. The Independent joins with our loyal subscribers and Our Town’s non-profit organizations and country clubs to celebrate the 2019 summer!   Emmett Langdon at T-ball in Leawood Park   John Fryer in Grand Lake, Colorado   Everett Langdon splashed all […]

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The Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park – Stems: A Garden Soirée

June 22nd was the date for The Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park’s Stems: A Garden Soirée, which was held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens. Bo and Bill Stueck were the honorary chairmen. Proceeds support the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead, and the city’s public art […]

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City – Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City’s Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake was held July 9th through the 26th. Park Lanes was the setting for the bowling party that featured drinks, food, and prizes. More than 2,000 corporate and individual teams participated during the three weeks of fun. Proceeds support life-changing friendships for children facing adversity. […]

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Congratulations, Emily & Vince!

Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Clark Glaze of Kansas City, Missouri, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Emily Elizabeth Glaze, to Vincent Albert Thomas, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Thomas of Charlotte, North Carolina. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mrs. Samuel Clayton Miranda of Lawrence, Kansas, and the late Mr. […]

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Off to College – Class of 2019

Caps off to you, Class of 2019! We wish you happiness and success as you embark on your next journey.   Roman Leapheart, University of Missouri   Luke Looney, University of Missouri; Colin McCann, Boston College; Nick Stillman, The University of Kansas; and Jeff Keller, The University of Kansas   Pete Elbert, Creighton University; Ann […]

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The Dish with Ann – Afterword Tavern & Shelves

“One sip of this will bathe the drooping spirits in delight, beyond the bliss of dreams.” John Milton There might be a night when you just want to curl up with your laptop and tweak your work presentation, sipping a glass of Sean Minor Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon, while sitting at a long, custom-made bar. […]

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Kansas City Zoo – 30th Annual Jazzoo

June 7th was the night to don animal prints and go on safari – to a not-too-distant land featuring 65 pop-up restaurants, 10 bars, and five stages with music. Oh, yes, and 5,000 partygoers. The event was the 30th annual Jazzoo. Yvette and Joe Miceli were the honorary chairmen with Marissa Schaffner and Julie Randolph […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Christine Lara

Christine Lara is a member of Centurions Fall Class of 2020. She recently was elected to the Centurions steering committee. Christine serves on the Innovation and Disruption Task Force planning committee and the diversity and inclusion committee. Christine, the eldest of three siblings, is originally from Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean. She earned a […]

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Crib Note – Peyton Bramanti Thompson

A pink bundle of joy named Peyton Bramanti Thompson arrived on March 13th. The little beauty weighed seven pounds, four ounces, and was 20 and 1/2 inches long. Peyton has blue eyes and brown hair. Her proud parents are Chandler Bramanti Thompson and Justin Ross Thompson of Leawood, Kansas. Peyton’s grandparents are Lisa and Kenneth […]

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Junior League KCMO – Holiday Mart 2019

The Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri is gearing up for Holiday Mart 2019. Members of the committee are eagerly awaiting the shopping extravaganza, which will be held on October 17th through the 20th at Bartle Hall. Committee Members: Taylor Kaunley, staffing chairman; Sydney Sutherland, events co-chairman; Sarah Koci Scheilz, marketing co-chairman; Addie Layne and […]

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