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Eva Schulte’s love for service and leadership development drew her to the Centurions Leadership Program. Eva is the executive director of Communities Creating Opportunity, a nonprofit that works to transform Kansas City communities by bringing people of all faiths together to build relationships, develop strong leaders and improve the quality of life in our communities. […]
Read MoreVolunteers Brenda Boehm and Linda Phillips have helped bring a voice to children in the foster care system through their work with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Johnson and Wyandotte Counties. Brenda began volunteering for CASA in 1998, and has worked with the same child for eight years. Linda has volunteered with CASA for […]
Read MoreOn June 29th, The Coterie’s Gala 2013 will be held on the Crown Center Square. Kelly Moothart, Jenny Erdman and Kelly Lambert are serving as the co-chairmen. Also featured in the February 23rd issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Marianne Kilroy Kelly Moothart, Jenny Erdman and Kelly Lambert, co-chairmen
Read MoreThe 46th annual Ballet Ball will be held on December 6th to benefit the Kansas City Ballet and the Kansas City Ballet School. Guests will enjoy cocktails, dinner and dancing. Past Ball Chairmen met recently to support this year’s fundraising effort. Also featured in the February 23rd issue of The Independent Photo Credit: Keith Mays […]
Read MoreThe Kansas School of Classical Ballet’s Tapas and Tutus event will be held on March 2nd. Ann Sundeen is serving as the chairman. Guests will enjoy beer and wine, hors d’oeuvres, a selection of sweets, live music, and entertainment by students. The school was founded by Stefani Schrimpf and Juan Pablo Trujillo, former principal dancers […]
Read MoreVariety of Greater Kansas City – Children’s Charity’s Variety Show 2013 will be held on March 2nd at the Midland Theatre. Guests will enjoy wonderful entertainment from some of Our Town’s finest including Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleaders, Kansas City Royals Alumni, Mayor Sly James, Peter deSilva, Danny O’Neill, and Lauren LaPointe as they share the […]
Read MoreThe 14th annual Wild About Harry benefit is set for April 11th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Nancy Gibbs and Michael Duffy, TIME Magazine editors and best-selling co-authors of The Presidents Club: Inside the World’s Most Exclusive Fraternity, are the special guests. General Richard B. Myers, former chairman of the […]
Read MoreThe 40th annual Civic Service Award Dinner, hosted by Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy, will be held on April 28th at the Overland Park Convention Center. The evening begins with cocktails, followed by a buffet dinner, a live auction and entertainment. Jane Sosland and Howard Jacobson are the co-chairmen, and Joyce and Stan Zeldin are the […]
Read MoreThe Children’s SPOT at Saint Luke’s Hospital’s Once Upon a Time will take place on February 24th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Connie and Anthony Mendolia are the honorary chairmen, and Amie and Dr. Kevin Bybee and Elizabeth and Dr. Michael LeBlanc are serving as the co-chairmen. The committee members […]
Read MoreApril 19th is the date for The Kansas City Sports Commission and Foundation’s 40th Annual Sports Awards Banquet at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Guests will enjoy dinner, a VIP reception and an awards ceremony featuring five award winners who will be recognized for their commitment and achievement in sports. Denny Scott is the chairman. […]
Read MoreRachael and Dr. Nelson Sabates, honorary chairmen
Read More“All the World’s Stage” is the theme of Notre Dame de Sion School’s 27th Annual Gala Auction, set for March 2nd at Starlight Theatre. The Auction will feature delicious fare from Gram & Dun and a car raffle for a 2013 Toyota Prius. Pam and Kevin Kramer and Heidi and Ethan Whitehill will serve as […]
Read MoreGina Danner and Kathy Koehler, co-chairmen
Read MoreFebruary 1st is the date for WIN for KC’s 19th Annual Women’s Sports Awards Luncheon at the Sheraton Kansas City at Crown Center. The luncheon celebrates National Girls and Women in Sports Day and recognizes local girls and women for their contributions and achievements in sports and fitness. Sherri Enright is the chairman, and Kerri Walsh-Jennings, […]
Read MoreA Fearless Fête will be held on April 5th at the Spencer Theatre. Julie Morris and Colleen Dougherty will serve as the co-chairmen. The Kansas City Repertory Theatre’s annual event will feature delicious fare and incredible performances, games and activities inspired by the evening’s “Uncanny Carousel Carnival” theme. Also featured in the January 26th issue […]
Read MoreThe Angels of the Children’s Place Gala will be held on April 5th at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Dallas and Scott Pioli are the honorary chairmen, and Laura Jones and Ann Tinsman are serving as the co-chairmen. Guests will enjoy dinner, a live auction and dancing to the KC All Stars. The keynote speaker […]
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