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Rose Brooks Center – Casino and Auction Night

Kathy and Matt Taranto served as chairmen of Rose Brooks Center’s Casino and Auction Night. The 14th annual event featured casino-style gaming, silent and live auctions and live music. Proceeds support the families and pets of Rose Brooks Center. Bob and Janice Morton with Kathy and Matt Taranto, chairmen Joseph Eke and Sheila Urum-Eke   […]

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Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center – Golden Globe Gala

September 15th was the date for Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center’s Golden Globe Gala at Arvest Bank Theatre at The Midland. The event celebrated the 50th anniversary of the health center. Haley Harrison and Steven Albritton served as the hosts. More than $176,000 was raised to help provide high quality, compassionate and affordable health care […]

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National World War I Museum and Memorial – Night at the Tower

Robin and Scott Boswell and Lisa and Mike Hagedorn were the co-chairmen, and members of the Kemper family served as the honorary co-chairmen of the National World War I Museum and Memorial’s fourth annual Night at the Tower on September 15th. More than 500 guests enjoyed the one-of-a-kind experience, complete with cocktails, eclectic fare, an […]

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Kansas City Ballet Guild – Fall Luncheon

Webster House was the lovely setting for Kansas City Ballet Guild’s 2018-2019 Season’s Fall Luncheon on September 27th. Members enjoyed a delicious lunch, followed by a welcome from Guild President Susan Meehan-Mizer. Pattie Lou Cleary, Glenda Lee Touslee and Lisa Merrill Hickok   (Front row) Sue Ann Fagerberg, Juliette Singer-Spinks, Guild President Susan Meehan-Mizer, and […]

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CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties – Hops & Barley Ball with a Mod Twist

Hops & Barley Ball with a Mod Twist, a benefit for CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties, was held on September 14th at 1900 Building. Guests dressed in mid-century garb for the retro-inspired event that featured a cocktail party with signature libations and delectable fare, a silent auction and live music by A La Mode. […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Derek Klaus

Derek Klaus graduated from the William Allen White School of Journalism at The University of Kansas in 2006. He is director of communications with Visit KC. As a member of Centurions Spring Class of 2020, Derek is a member of the social committee and the Trip Task Force – this year, the destination is Salt […]

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Lyric Opera Circle – Lyric Opera Ball

April 13th is the date for Lyric Opera Circle’s Lyric Opera Ball, “For the Love of Opera,” to be held at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Marilyn and Kenneth Hager are the honorary chairmen, and Pamela Bruce and Barbara Haviland are serving as the co-chairmen. The gala will feature a program of […]

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Sue Cunningham – Part One

In 1950, Sue Cunningham was photographed feeding the pigeons in St. Mark’s Square. She turned 20 that August, and spent most of July, all of August and the bulk of September traveling in Europe with two friends. The picture was a sign of the future – her appearances in The Independent would frequently have a […]

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Congratulations, Maggie & Boston!

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Curran McLiney of Our Town are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Margaret Anne McLiney, to Boston Dean Stiverson, the son of Allison Lynn Byer of Douglass, Kansas, and Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Lynn Stiverson of Wichita, Kansas. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Joseph […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Tricia Scott

For 15 years, Tricia Scott has been a tireless volunteer with the Lyric Opera Circle. She was chairman of the Lyric Opera Ball in 2009 and was elected president in 2010. Tricia is now serving as president for the second time. Also featured in the October 27, 2018 issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Strauss […]

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Wayside Waifs – Strutt With Your Mutt

Big and little tails wagged on September 16th at the 28th Annual Strutt With Your Mutt, which supported the rescue and care of homeless animals at Wayside Waifs. The Kids’ Run     Megan Harding, Wayside Waifs; with Amanda Walters   This pair of pups relaxed during the morning.   Courtney Lavery with a special […]

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The Family Conservancy – Blue Carpet

The Family Conservancy’s Blue Carpet event was held on September 28th at Pennway Place at Studio Dan Meiners. Nearly 300 guests gathered for the evening that raised more than $145,000 to help children and families achieve a lifetime of success. Lindsey Freemyer and Carissa Keen   Jennifer and Mike Traffis, Melvin and Wanda Bibbs, Kansas […]

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Powell Gardens – Party Under the Moon: Cheers to 30 Years!

On September 23rd, Powell Gardens was the site for Party Under the Moon: Cheers to 30 Years!  The fun started with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. Guests bid on fall plants, gustatory experiences and trips for the horticulturally-minded at the silent auction. While strolling through the Gardens, everyone savored the delicacies prepared by local chefs. Desserts […]

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Publisher’s Note

Ask the question, “what is art?” and every person will have a different answer. Art to me is something that includes the intention behind the piece and the emotion it evokes. It is a release of potentially undefinable emotions and imagination made real. Art can bring us together and teach us to reflect on our […]

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Lyric Opera Circle – Fall Luncheon

September 5th was the date for the Lyric Opera Circle’s Fall Luncheon at The American. Sherry Love and Joan Braswell were the hosts. Circle President Patricia Scott announced the theme of the 2019 Lyric Opera Ball, “For the Love of Opera.” Barbara Haviland and Pamela Bruce are serving as the co-chairmen, and Marilyn and Kenneth […]

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Symphony Ball – Benefactors’ Party

The home and gardens of Linda Woodsmall DeBruce and Paul DeBruce were the lovely setting for the Symphony Ball Benefactors’ Party on September 5th. The celebration featured cocktails, a sumptuous buffet and musical entertainment by Blair Penney, pianist. Mary and John Edgar were the honorary chairmen, and Laurie Burgess served as the chairmen of The […]

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The Victory Project – The Victory Gala and Sporting Invitational

The Victory Gala and Sporting Invitational are part of an annual multi-day event to raise funds to further the mission of The Victory Project, the foundation of Sporting Kansas City. The Victory Gala was held on August 17th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. The Sporting Invitational was held on September […]

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Kansas City Young Matrons – Reassembly Day Tea

September 10th was the date for Kansas City Young Matrons’ Reassembly Day Tea. The event marked the start of the organization’s 102nd year. Members enjoyed a lovely brunch and the annual meeting. Joni Etherington is serving as the president.  Karen Leimer, Julie Maggart, Jill Hartman, Joni Siplon, and Sue von Geyso   Becky McCormack and […]

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The Epsten Gallery – House Party

October 24th is the date for The Epsten Gallery’s House Party. Lori Kallaher and Laura Mombello are serving as the co-chairmen of the event that will be held in a lovely, private home in Union Hill. Regina and Bill Kort are the honorary chairmen of the cocktail party that will feature a fantastic collection on […]

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Spotlight on Centurions – Leanne Breiby

Leanne Breiby grew up in Olathe, Kansas, and graduated with honors from the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications at The University of Kansas. She now lives in downtown Kansas City with her boyfriend and two cats.  Leanne assists donors in establishing charitable funds at the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, where […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Tekia Thompson

See that smile? That’s what you first notice about Tekia Thompson. As a volunteer with Friends of University Academy, she helps in numerous ways, including stuffing envelopes and updating the database. In addition, she also works at After the Harvest and runs her own catering company.  Also featured in the October 13, 2018 issue of […]

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