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Congratulations, Abigail & Mark!

Laura Weber Lutz of Mission Hills, Kansas, and Mr. Michael Lutz of Leawood, Kansas, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Abigail Kathleen Lutz, to Mark Allan Silverwood, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Allan Silverwood of St. Louis, Missouri. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Lutz of Topeka, […]

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MRIGlobal – 75th Anniversary Cocktail Reception

June 17th was the date for MRIGlobal’s 75th Anniversary Cocktail Reception, in recognition of its founding in 1944. Civic leaders, current and former members of the board of directors and the board of trustees, and staff members gathered at the Hilton President Kansas City, the site of the very first Midwest Research Institute (now MRIGlobal) […]

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BOTAR – Spring Meeting

The BOTAR committees recently met to plan The BOTAR Ball. The 70th annual event will be held on October 19th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Mandy Burditt is serving as the president.   Caroline Sweeney, Whitney Hoefer, and Justine Groff   Ashley Rodden and Mary Ann Powell   BOTAR President […]

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Children’s Mercy – Big Slick Celebrity Weekend

David Koechner, Rob Riggle, Paul Rudd, Eric Stonestreet, and Jason Sudeikis were the celebrity hosts for the 10th annual Big Slick Celebrity Weekend, a benefit for pediatric cancer research at Children’s Mercy, on June 7th and 8th. The fabulous weekend began with a hospital visit and press conference at Children’s Mercy, followed by the Celebrity […]

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Congratulations, Jessica & Charles!

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen James Campbell of Palm Harbor, Florida, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Ann Campbell, to Charles William Hinde, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Scott Hinde of St. Joseph, Missouri. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul Edward Montalbano and the […]

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Alphapointe – C&C Group Alphapointe Pro Am

Board Member Danny Davies served as chairman of the planning committee for the annual C&C Group Alphapointe Pro Am. The music of Noe Palma and Chris Thompson entertained the crowd prior to the shotgun start. The all-day event (complete with breakfast, lunch and dinner!) was held on June 3rd at Loch Lloyd Country Club. Proceeds […]

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Rachel’s Reads – August 2019

“Contact light.” – Buzz Aldrin Although we remember the immortal line, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind,” from Neil Armstrong as he stepped onto the lunar surface, the above quote by Buzz Aldrin contains the actual first words spoken from the Moon when Apollo 11 landed on July 20, 1969. […]

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2019 Tie The Knot Cocktail Party

July 11th was the date for the Tie The Knot Cocktail Party hosted by The Independent. TIVOL on the Country Club Plaza was the site for a celebration of the Tie The Knot issue. Guests shopped for beautiful engagement rings and wedding bands and enjoyed delectable hors d’oeuvres from Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions, pretty floral […]

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The Whole Person – Carnival! Night of Independence Gala

Lindsey and Ian Denny are serving as chairmen of The Whole Person’s CARNIVAL! Night of Independence Gala. The September 28th event will be held at Harrah’s North Kansas City. A highlight of the evening will be the presentation of awards to individuals and organizations that are working to further The Whole Person’s mission to assist […]

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Crib Note – Benton Henry Blazar

Ask Sophie Uhlmann Blazar, age six, and Paul William Blazar, age 1-1/2, “What’s new?” and they’ll tell you, “Our baby brother!” Brown-eyed, brown-haired Benton Henry Blazar was born on March 4th. He weighed six pounds, five ounces, and was 19 and 1/2 inches long. Benton is the son of Lauren Uhlmann Blazar and Aaron Blazar. […]

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2019 Class of Rising Stars Ben McAnany

Ben McAnany is the owner of McAnany Construction. His family has been in the Kansas City area for more than 150 years. His commitment to volunteer engagement in a variety of settings makes the world a better place for everyone. Ben is a board member of Community Housing of Wyandotte County (CHWC). He leads the […]

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Saint Luke’s Foundation – Annual Recognition Luncheon

Saint Luke’s Foundation’s Annual Recognition Luncheon was held on June 27th at Mission Hills Country Club. David Gibson was honored with the Foundation Fellow Award, which recognizes individuals who have given time, expertise, and charitable support to advance research, education, and medical programs at Saint Luke’s. Dr. Melinda Estes shared news about the health system, […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Drew Elliott

Drew Elliott is a member of the Centurions Fall Class of 2020. He serves on the boards of Nonprofit Connect and the Mid-America Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. Drew earned a bachelor of arts degree from The University of Kansas, and a master’s degree from the University of Missouri–Kansas City. He works within the […]

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Pickle Ball Fun

Chicken N Pickle was the site for a fun-filled gathering of Jewel Ball debs and gents on June 7th. The party was hosted by the families of Ethan Angrist, Matthew Berkley, Henry Hogan, Michael Innes, Matthew McGannon, Ruthie McKee, Claire Moore, and Will Powell.   (Front row) Anna Louise Sih, Allie Dillingham, Jensen Pindell, and […]

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Kansas City Jazz Orchestra – Stardust Gala

May 18th was the date for Kansas City Jazz Orchestra’s Stardust Gala. Nancy and Richard Green, Margi and Keith Pence, and Jeanette and Kevin Prenger served as honorary co-chairmen of the event that was held at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Partygoers danced the night away to the tunes of The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra […]

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Kids TLC – Open Pairings Party & Open Golf Tournament

KidsTLC’s Open Pairings Party was held on June 6th at Pinstripes. Guests enjoyed bountiful buffets, a live auction, bowling, and bocce. The excitement continued on June 10th with the KidsTLC Open Golf Tournament, which was held at Shadow Glen Golf Course. Proceeds support services for children and families facing challenges with mental and behavioral health, […]

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The Jewel Ball

The Jewel Ball was held on June 22nd at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. The event is a benefit for the Museum and the Kansas City Symphony. This year’s theme was an English country garden. Wendy Hockaday Burcham (Mrs. James Grant Burcham) served as chairman. Mr. Harry Claxton McCray III presented his daughter, Miss Caroline […]

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Congratulations, Eliza & Charles!

Mr. and Mrs. James Louis Learner of London, England, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Eliza Lynn Learner, to Charles Reid Marsh, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Alan Reid Marsh, Jr., also of London. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Rochelle Kramer of Lincolnshire, Illinois, and the late Mr. Nathan Nisson, […]

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Name Dropping – Symphony Ball

Rita and Lamar Hunt, Jr. will serve as the honorary chairmen of the Symphony Ball, “The Firebird Ball,” presented by the Symphony League of Kansas City. Mary Leonida is serving as chairman.  The Hunts were married in 2003. Between them, they have nine children and eight grandchildren. Sports aficionados will recognize Rita and Lamar as […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Dan Moye

Dan Moye is a member of the Centurions Fall Class of 2020. He serves on the curriculum committee and is a member of the Economic Development Task Force. Dan has volunteered with JDRF’s Young Leadership Committee. He has worked for the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City for four years. Dan is a principal development […]

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Kansas City Young Audiences – Benefit Concert for Arts Education

Sara Welch and Terri and Doug Curran are the honorary co-chairmen of Kansas City Young Audiences’ Benefit Concert for Arts Education. The September 28th event will be held at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Renée Elise Goldsberry, who received a Tony Award and a Grammy award for her performances off and on Broadway […]

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