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March of Dimes – Signature Chefs Auction

The sixth annual Signature Chefs Auction took place on October 18th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Ted Habiger, Room 39 and Brewery Emperial; led a group of 11 of Our Town’s most celebrated chefs. Proceeds benefited March of Dimes to help support research, lead programs and provide education and advocacy […]

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MOCSA – Johnson County Fall Forum

MOCSA’s 15th annual Johnson County Fall Forum took place on October 12th at the Overland Park Sheraton. The luncheon ensured that MOCSA’s advocacy, counseling and prevention education services reach thousands in Johnson County. Elise and Robert Chapline served as the honorary chairmen, and Kristin Wing and Kathy Woodward were the co-chairmen. John Holt served as […]

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Kansas City Ballet Guild – The Emerald City Ball

The Emerald City Ball was held on October 6th at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. The event, hosted by the Kansas City Ballet Guild, was a celebration of Kansas City Ballet’s world premiere of Septime Webre’s The Wizard of Oz. Carol and W. Anthony Feiock were the honorary chairmen, and Gigi Rose served […]

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Catholic Charities Foundation of NE KS – St. Martin of Tours Mass and Reception

The St. Martin of Tours Mass and Reception, hosted by Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas, took place on November 2nd. The evening began with mass at Curé of Ars Catholic Church. Afterwards, more than 100 guests attended a reception at the lovely home of Lori and Matt Keenan. The event recognized supporters of the […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Morgan Franklin

Morgan Franklin is the senior business development officer and manager of marketing and communications at the Economic Development Corporation Kansas City. A native of Blue Springs, Missouri, Morgan is a graduate of the University of Missouri. She is a member of Centurions Spring Class of 2020. Morgan enjoys volunteering with Uplift, Giving the Basics and […]

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Congratulations, Meg & Will!

Mr. Richard Scott Shackelford of Leawood, Kansas, is pleased to announce the engagement of his daughter, Margaret Frances Shackelford, to William Andrew Verret, the son of Mr. and Mrs. David Wayne Verret of Coppell, Texas. The bride-to-be is also the daughter of the late Mrs. Shackelford. Meg is the granddaughter of Dr. Cletus Troy Frerichs […]

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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art – An Evening at the Court of Napoleon

October 20th was the date for An Evening at the Court of Napoleon at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. The gala marked the opening of the exhibition, Napoleon: Power and Splendor.  (Seated) Kimberly Masteller and Dr. Roopa Bansal (standing) Maggie Mackey (as a courtier), Taryn Backlund (as Josephine), Alec Hill (as Napoleon), and Scott Fagan […]

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The Kemper Gala 2018

The Kemper Gala 2018, “Body Electric: Color The Night. Ignite Your Soul.,” was held on October 13th at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. Christy and Bill Gautreaux were the honorary chairmen, and Lauren Merriman and Lisa Garney served as the co-chairmen. Karen and Jack Holland served as the Kemper Ambassadors chairmen. Guests dazzled in […]

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Sue Cunningham – Part Two

When Sue Cunningham married William Granger Blair in 1952, he had already launched his professional career. (Hers was still to come.) Bill was a newspaperman, as was his stepfather, the legendary Arthur Krock. (Arthur, known to nearly everyone who worked with him as “Mr. Krock,” was lauded in his 1974 obituary as “one of the […]

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Chelsea Clinton – Start Now! You Can Make a Difference

Author Chelsea Clinton believes children hold the keys to a successful future. In her new children’s book, Start Now! You Can Make a Difference, Chelsea seeks to inspire children with tactical and practical ways they can change the world for the better. On October 16th, Chelsea came to Our Town and spoke about her book […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Alex Callow

Alex Callow is a member of the Centurions Spring Class of 2020. Growing up on the family farm in northwest Missouri, he was encouraged to explore the world. Architecture provided him with opportunities, but he still has ties to the farm. Alex is an architect with Finkle + Williams, and his wife, Lauren, is a […]

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Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Levine!

Laura Elizabeth Joslin and Michael David Levine were united in matrimony at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art on August 25th. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joel Mitchell Joslin of Overland Park, Kansas. Laura’s grandparents are Mr. Robert Kenneth Reese of Prairie Village, Kansas, and the late Mrs. Reese, and the late […]

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Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas – The Gathering

Mary Schulte was the host for The Gathering on October 2nd. The sixth annual event supported the New Roots for Refugees program, a ministry of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas. More than 150 guests enjoyed delicious fare from Chef Jonathan Justus, Black Dirt; and shopping at a farmer’s market in Mary’s courtyard. The event raised […]

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Sheffield Place – Off the Wall

Peter Sunderman and Curt Thomas served as honorary chairmen for Off the Wall, a benefit for Sheffield Place. More than 500 guests gathered for the October 13th event, which was held in the Exhibition Hall at Municipal Auditorium. Brittany Porter was the featured speaker, and John Holt served as the emcee. Partygoers enjoyed cocktails, dinner […]

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Shawnee Mission Education Foundation – Fall Breakfast

Dr. Mike Fulton, the new superintendent of the Shawnee Mission School District, delivered the “State of the District” address at the Shawnee Mission Education Foundation’s annual Fall Breakfast, which was held on October 11th at the Overland Park Convention Center. More than 1,000 guests attended the event, which featured performances and recognition of student achievements, […]

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Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties – Dads’ Ice Breaker

The Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties hosted a Dads’ Ice Breaker on October 14th. Fathers of participants from 22 different high schools met and mingled prior to the Community Ball and Cotillion, to be held on December 1st. Larry Beashore, Andrew Novak and Brian Nentwig   William Henkel, Tim Thomas and Jason Klepikow […]

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Kansas City Young Audiences – Spark the Arts in Young Hearts

Kansas City Young Audiences (KCYA) hosted its biennial luncheon, Spark the Arts in Young Hearts, on October 9th at the Uptown Theater. Linda and Steve Taylor were the honorary chairmen. Rebecca Dempsey was honored with the Lighton Prize for Teaching Artist Excellence, Lester Morris received the Distinguished Educator Award and Debby Ballard was presented with […]

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ArtsKC – Inspiration Breakfast

ArtsKC’s ninth annual Inspiration Breakfast was held on October 17th at The Gallery Event Space. Guests gathered to hear ArtsKC grant recipients share stories about the transformative power of the arts. Dylan Mortimer, featured artist; spoke about the healing power of his work. Harmony Project KC youths gave a special musical performance. Kim Jones and […]

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American Royal – Junior Premium Livestock Auction

October 21st was the date for the American Royal Junior Premium Livestock Auction at the American Royal Complex. The event marked the end of the first week of the 119th American Royal Livestock Show, where 65 of the best animals from the show were auctioned. A highlight of the evening was the sale of the […]

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Congratulations, Justine & Ryan!

Mr. and Mrs. Francis Donald Uryasz III of Kansas City, Missouri, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Justine Ann Uryasz, to Ryan Patrick Richard, the son of Dr. and Mrs. Michael Wayne Richard of Garden City, Kansas. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Notre Dame de Sion High School. Justine earned a […]

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The Women’s Foundation – We Work for Change

More than 1,300 guests gathered for The Women’s Foundation’s annual We Work for Change event at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Mary and Tom Bloch were the honorary chairmen, and Madeleine McDonough served as the chairman. The sold-out event featured Keynote Speaker Ann Curry. Abby Wendel, Brian Stewart and Elizabeth Glynn were the […]

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