Tables That Bloom

Greater Kansas City Delta Gamma Alumnae; Our alumnae represent 100 Delta Gamma chapters on campuses nationwide. Our philanthropy supports sight preservation. Locally, we support Children's Center for the Visually Impaired (CCVI) and Alphapointe Association for the Blind. Our chapter is one of the founders of CCVI, established in 1952; Tables That Bloom; The sixth annual event will feature spectacular tables decorated by KayCee's finest designers. A silent auction, lunch and program featuring Trip Haenisch, award winning L.A. interior designer to the "stars"; Overland Park Marriott; 11 a.m.; $75. Contact Carol Haenisch: 8401 Wenonga Road, Leawood, KS 66206 or 913-341-8407 or tablesthatbloom@kcdg.org or www.kcdg.org.

The Angels of The Children's Place 9th Annual Luncheon

The Children's Place; Since 1978, The Children's Place has provided therapeutic services together with an accredited early childhood education program to the community's youngest children who have survived abuse, neglect and trauma; The Angels of The Children's Place 9th Annual Luncheon; Highlighting the life-changing work of The Children's Place, the Luncheon will feature keynote speaker, Ashley Rhodes-Courter, author of Three Little Words; Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown; 11:15 a.m.; ticket price to be determined. Contact Roxane Hill: 2 East 59th Street, Kansas City, MO 64113 or 816-363-1898 or hillr@tcpkc.org or www.childrensplacekc.org.

Wild About Harry

Harry S. Truman Library Institute; Wild About Harry; Jean and William H. Dunn, Sr. will be the honorary chairment and Martha and David Immenschuh will serve as chairmen of the event which features cocktails, dinner and entertainment; Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown; 6:15 p.m.; $150. Contact Kim Rausch: 500 West US Highway 24, Independence, MO 64050 or 816-268-8237 or kim.rausch@nara.gov or www.trumanlibrary.org.

In the Mood, A Night of Hope

The ALS Association Keith Worthington Chapter; Serving the individuals of the Midwest who are currently battling Lou Gehrig's Disease, The Keith Worthington Chapter provides the area's only disease-specific, one-on-one care with patients and families, as well as supports cutting-edge, worldwide research efforts in order to find a cure for ALS; In the Mood, A Night of Hope; Take a trip back to the 1940s with swinging sounds of a big band, fabulous food, table games, exciting live auction, and an awards presentation to cap off another year of progress. Join us to celebrate the individuals and organizations leading the fight against Lou Gehrig's Disease; The Airline History Museum; 7 p.m.; $125. Contact Sally Roberts: 6950 Squibb Road, Suite 210, Mission, KS 66202 or 913-648-2062 or sroberts@alsa-midwest.org or www.alsa-midwest.org.

BLOOM is Studio 54

KC Free Health Clinic; The purpose of Kansas City Free Health Clinic is to promote health and wellness by providing quality services, at no charge, to people without access to basic care; BLOOM is Studio 54; Always one of the most unique and edgy fundraisers in Kansas City, will be the scene for dancing, dining and entertainment that will thrill the senses; Starlight Theatre; 8 p.m.; $95. Contact Joe Bellinger: 3515 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64111 or 816-753-2537 or joeb@kcfree.org or www.kcfree.org.

Walk MS: Johnson County 2009

National Multiple Sclerosis Society Mid America Chapter; The National MS Society strives to create a world free of multiple sclerosis. Every hour of every day someone is diagnosed with MS. We exist so it doesn't. More than 6,000 people are affected with MS in our area alone. We provide the services and support they need to keep moving forward; Walk MS: Johnson County 2009; This 22nd annual fundraiser gathers friends and neighbors who want to do something about multiple sclerosis. Step out and join us for a fun-filled morning that makes an impact across our area; Shawnee Mission Park; time and ticket price to be determined. Contact: 7611 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO 64114 or www.msmidamerica.org.

Toolbelt Ball

Rebuilding Together Through Christmas in October; Twenty-six years old and growing, Christmas in October is the leading volunteer organization in Kansas City that restores neighborhoods and helps homeowners with critical home maintenance needs. Beginning as a program that helped the needy homeowner once a year, it has grown to a year-round effort; Toolbelt Ball; Casual evening with auction, dinner and live music; Schutte Lumber Company; time to be determined; $100. Contact Brian Mooberry: P.O. Box 32108, Kansas City, MO 64171 or 816-531-6443 or brian@christmasinoctober.org or www.christmasinoctober.org.

2010 Tux 'n' Boots

Heartland Therapeutic Riding; Heartland has provided equine-assisted therapy to children and adults with disabilities since 1978. We serve an average of 65 clients each week, with the help of more than 120 volunteers; 2010 Tux 'n' Boots; A casual and fun evening full of music, food, dancing, and auctions; Flat Tail Arena; 6 p.m.; $100. Contact Vicki Brown: 19655 Antioch Road, P.O. Box 391, Stilwell, KS 66085 or 913-897-3939 or htr@swbell.net or www.heartlandtherapeuticriding.org.

The Fight For Air Awards Gala

The American Lung Association; The oldest voluntary health organization in the United States; our mission is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health through education, research and advocacy. Our vision is a world free of lung disease, currently the third leading cause of death in the United States; The Fight For Air Awards Gala; The evening will begin with a cocktail reception and silent auction followed by dinner, a live auction and entertainment; InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza; 6 p.m.; $150. Contact Denise Myers Jensen: 2400 Troost Avenue, Suite 4300, Kansas City, MO 64108 or 816-842-5242 or djensen@breathehealthy.org or www.breathehealthy.org.

An Evening at The Sapphire Club

University Academy; A kindergarten through 12th grade, college preparatory, public, charter academy; the founders' vision was to establish a school that emphasizes college preparation, career development, community service, and leadership. The school's rigorous curriculum is aligned with Missouri education standards and stresses preparation for success, not only in higher education, but also in life; An Evening at The Sapphire Club; The tradition of this fabulous event continues as guests will be able to groove to great music and dine on fabulous food, all benefiting our outstanding students from Kansas City's urban core; University Academy; 7 p.m.; $250. Contact Ellen Darling: 6205 Overhill Road, Shawnee Mission, KS 66208 or 816-512-1005 or edarling@zimmercos.com or www.universityacademy.org.

19th Annual Dinner Celebration

The Center for Practical Bioethics; The Center is a free-standing nationally-recognized organization known for its work in practical bioethics for more than 25 years. We help people and organizations find common ground and solutions to complex issues in health and healthcare; 19th Annual Dinner Celebration; Our guests will be engaged in a meaningful experience, surrounded by interesting, humorous people who share the mission of the Center and want to make a difference in finding common ground concerning complex healthcare issues; Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown; 5:30 p.m.; $175. Contact Donna Blackwood: Harzfeld Building, 1111 Main Street, Suite 500, Kansas City, MO 64105 or 816-979-1352 or dblackwood@practicalbioethics.org or www.practicalbioethics.org.

7th Annual Private Cellar Wine Tasting and Auction

First Downs for Down Syndrome; We raise money for the Down Syndrome Guild, the Down Syndrome Clinic at Children's Mercy Hospital and other Down syndrome organizations, as well as raise awareness of Down syndrome and create a positive image of those with Down syndrome. We are a Kansas City Chiefs Offensive Lineman Charity; 7th Annual Private Cellar Wine Tasting and Auction; Guests enjoy bidding on unique wines from Kansas City's foremost collectors in a silent and live auction, taste premiere wines from around the world, enjoy delectables from JJ's, and a spectacular view of KayCee like no other; Shook, Hardy and Bacon Law Firm, 24th Floor; 6 p.m.; $75. Contact Tiffany Way: 10200 West 75th Street, Suite 281, Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 or 913-722-2499 or tiffany@fdfds.org or www.fdfds.org.

Wine Tasting Event

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, KC Chapter; Since 1982, AAFA-KC has been an important and unique non-profit organization committed to enhancing and saving the lives of asthma and allergy sufferers through support, advocacy, education, research, and access to treatment; Wine Tasting Event; This first annual event will include great wine, great food, beautiful art, and a silent auction; Tuscany Reserve; $50; 6 p.m. Contact Melissa Ford: 400 East Red Bridge Road, Suite 214, Kansas City, MO 64131 or 816-333-6608 or info@aafakc.org or www.aafakc.org.

Walk MS: Kansas City Metro 2009

National Multiple Sclerosis Society Mid America Chapter; The National MS Society strives to create a world free of multiple sclerosis. Every hour of every day someone is diagnosed with MS. We exist so it doesn't. More than 6,000 people are affected with MS in our area alone. We provide the services and support they need to keep moving forward; Walk MS: Kansas City Metro 2009; This 22nd annual fundraiser gathers friends and neighbors who want to do something about multiple sclerosis. Step out and join us for a fun-filled morning that makes an impact across our area; location, time and ticket price to be determined. Contact: 7611 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO 64114 or www.msmidamerica.org.

Parents' Guild Auction: Midtown to Mumbai

Saint Paul's Episcopal Day School; A preschool through eighth grade, independent, elementary and middle school located in the heart of Midtown. More than 465 students attend Saint Paul's, coming from diverse backgrounds and many neighborhoods in Greater Kansas City; Parents' Guild Auction: Midtown to Mumbai; Our annual fundraising event will include cocktails, dinner and live and silent auctions; Starlight Theatre; 6 p.m.; $75. Contact Christina Cutcliffe: 4041 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64111 or 816-268-6541 or ccutcliffe@speds.org or www.speds.org.

Passion Reigns! The Lyric Opera Ball 2010

The Lyric Opera Circle; A group of community women who work together each year to support the Lyric Opera of Kansas City by staging an annual Ball and silent auction. More than 11 million dollars has been raised through the years by the Lyric Circle to underwrite productions of the seasons' operas; Passion Reigns! The Lyric Opera Ball 2010; Guests will be féted in royal elegance in an evening of dinner and dancing. The passion, drama and beauty of grand opera will define the evening! A gourmet four-course dinner will be preceded by cocktails and one of the city's finest and largest silent auctions; Hyatt Regency Crown Center Hotel; 6:30 p.m.; $250. Contact Amy C. Embry: 1215 West 58th Terrace, Kansas City, MO 64113 or 816-289-1660 or acembry@kc.rr.com or www.kcopera.org.

April in Paris

Kansas City Symphony Alliance; KCSA is the host of the longest running, consecutive designer showhouse in the nation. We have raised more than one million dollars for the Kansas City Symphony since our organization's inception; April in Paris; We are continuing the 41-year tradition of presenting a Kansas City home of distinction, decorated by local designers. Join us for an evening of celebration, music and delicious food. As a patron of the showhouse, you will have the privilege of seeing it before it opens to the public; 59th and Ward Parkway; $50; 7 p.m. Contact Sue Shinkle: 913-548-7021 or shinkle@kc.rr.com or www.showhouse.org.

29th Annual Kansas City Spirit Awards

Gillis Center; The mission of Gillis is to help at-risk children and their families become contributing members of the community through education, counseling and social services; 29th Annual Kansas City Spirit Awards; An awards ceremony honoring community volunteers in a celebration of civic pride and a commitment to Our Town; Kansas City Marriott Downtown; 6 p.m.; $150. Contact Leslie Brock: 8150 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64114 or 816-508-3556 or leslie.brock@gillis.org or www.gillis.org.

Women Who've Changed the Heart of the City

City Union Mission; Since 1924, City Union Mission has provided warm beds, nutritious food and a place of safety for thousands of poverty-stricken and homeless men, women and children. The Mission depends on the gifts of God's people - individuals, churches, foundations, and businesses who care about the poor and homeless; Women Who've Changed the Heart of the City; The goal of the luncheon is to elevate the awareness of City Union Mission by acknowledging women who have made significant philanthropic contributions to the heart of our community; Hyatt Regency Crown Center Hotel; 11:45 a.m.; ticket price to be determined. Contact Dennis Chapman: 1100 East 11th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106 or 816-474-9380 or dennisc@cumission.org or www.cityunionmission.org.

Spring Scholarship Benefit - Silent Auction and Luncheon

Women's Committee for the Conservatory of Music and Dance; An organization dedicated to raising scholarships for Conservatory students. We "adopt" Conservatory students by attending their recitals; Spring Scholarship Benefit - Silent Auction and Luncheon; An exciting silent auction, a delicious luncheon and delightful musical entertainment by our gifted Conservatory students. This fun event recognizes scholarship recipients and donors and raises money for student schoarships; Pierson Hall on the UMKC Campus; 10:30 a.m.; $65. Contact Anne Tierney: 2510 Grand Boulevard, Apartment 501, Kansas City, MO 64108 or 816-842-5238 or atiern1@hallmark.com.

Arts for Learning and Living Luncheon

Kansas City Young Audiences; Since 1961, Kansas City Young Audiences has been delivering quality arts programming to children and youth. KCYA has grown to be the largest arts education provider in the region. Last year 173,261 young people were served in schools, community centers and the KCYA Community School of the Arts; Arts for Learning and Living Luncheon; Join KCYA for an entertaining luncheon celebrating 49 years of opening a window to the arts. Awards will be presented to supporters who have been especially dedicated to our mission; Hyatt Regency Crown Center Hotel; 11:30 a.m.; $60. Contact Debra Crosby-Huwar: 5601 Wyandotte, Kansas City, MO 64113 or 816-531-4022 or dhuwar@kcya.org or www.kcya.org.

2010 Jackson County CASA Light of Hope

Jackson County CASA; The mission of Jackson County CASA is to be a child's voice in court. We recruit, train and support lay volunteers who act as advocates on behalf of the best interest of abused and neglected children; 2010 Jackson County CASA Light of Hope; The tenth annual breakfast is a free, one-hour informational breakfast and fundraiser. The program will inspire and help CASA to form long-term financial and volunteer relationships with the community; Hyatt Regency Crown Center Hotel; 7:30 a.m. Contact Michelle Morse: 913-961-2686 or mrm0726@hotmail.com or www.jacksoncountycasa-mo.org.

Books and Boutiques

Saint Luke's South; A faith-based, non-profit community hospital committed to enhancing the physical, mental and spiritual health of the communities we serve; Books and Boutiques; The third annual luncheon brings together fabulous local retailers and a fantastic author, as well as shopping and a delicious lunch; proceeds benefit the Women's Heart Health Program; Overland Park Convention Center; 10 a.m.; $70. Contact Michelle Lawrence: 12300 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66213 or 913-317-7559 or mlawrence1@saint-lukes.org or www.booksandboutiques.org.

Alumni Awards Luncheon

University of Missouri-Kansas City Alumni Association; The Alumni Association promotes education, calling to attention the work of UMKC, and by supporting, maintaining and directing the activities of former students; Alumni Awards Luncheon; There are five University awards and 11 school-based alumni achievement awards; Pierson Auditorium at UMKC; 11 a.m.; $50. Contact Catherine O'Sullivan: 5100 Rockhill Road, Administration Center 300B, Kansas City, MO 64110 or 816-235-5162 or osullivanc@umkc.edu or www.umkc.edu/alumni.

Celebration Luncheon

Children's Therapeutic Learning Center; Children's TLC provides early childhood special education and therapy service to children from birth to age eight with disabilities including cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, spina bifida, autism, hearing impairment, and speech and language delays. Each child has an individualized program designed to meet his or her unique learning needs; Celebration Luncheon; This luncheon celebrates our volunteers, families, children, and all those who support Children's TLC. It is an event to recognize our ongoing success and those individuals who share their gifts of time, talent and treasure; The Westin Crown Center Hotel; 11:30 a.m.; $60. Contact Stephanie Volk: 3101 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64111 or 816-756-0780 or svolk@childrenstlc.org or www.childrenstlc.org.

The Clothesline Sale

The Pembroke Hill School; A college preparatory, independent school serving students ages two years through 12th grade. It is located on two beautiful campuses, less than a mile apart, near the Plaza. Nearly 1,170 students enjoy an excellent educational experience through small classes and exceptional teachers; The Clothesline Sale; Kansas City's largest garage sale! Gently-used merchandise is sold at bargain prices. Fabulous finds are always available in our clothing departments for the entire family, toys, books, housewares, linens, and shoes; The Pembroke Hill School 5121 State Line Road; 9 a.m.; free admission. Contact Bonnie Pearson: 400 West 51st Street, Kansas City, MO 64112 or 816-936-1233 or bpearson@pembrokehill.org or www.pembrokehill.org.

Black & Gold Tiger Ball

Mizzou Alumni Association - Kansas City Chapter; The alumni chapter has been providing Kansas City area students with scholarships for more than ten years; Black & Gold Tiger Ball; An annual creative black-tie fundraiser, featuring a five-course dinner, open bar, live band, fun with fellow MU alums, and live and silent auctions. Hyatt Regency Crown Center Hotel; 5:30 p.m.; $125. Contact Emily Crafton: 11230 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66210 or 913-645-8499 or ecrafton@glynndevins.com  or www.kctigers.com/tigerball.

Dollars for Scholars

Johnson County Community College Foundation; To enhance the Johnson County community by promoting access to the college and advancing institutional excellence through financial support; Dollars for Scholars; A live and silent auction that benefits student assistance and programming. The auction includes unique items created by students representing their academic program; Ritz Charles; 6:30 p.m.; $25. Contact Kristin McDaniel: 12345 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66210 or 913-469-2716 or kmcdanl@jccc.edu or www.jccc.edu/foundation.

Stack the Decks 2010

Associated Youth Services (AYS); AYS is devoted to serving youth and families; last year alone, AYS served more than 5,000 youth in crisis through its five separate programs: Foster Care, Alternative Education, Youth Residential Center, Adolescent Substance Abuse Counseling and Treatment, and Community Health Programming; Stack the Decks 2010; This action-packed event "stacks the decks" in favor of underprivileged youth through an evening of exciting casino-themed games, a silent and live auction, an hors d'oeuvres buffet, and a beverage bar; Overland Park Convention Center; 7:30 p.m.; $75. Contact Matt Insco: P.O. Box 171234, Kansas City, KS 66117 or 913-831-2820 or minsco@aysusa.org or www.aysusa.org.

The Clothesline Sale

The Pembroke Hill School; A college preparatory, independent school serving students ages two years through 12th grade. It is located on two beautiful campuses, less than a mile apart, near the Plaza. Nearly 1,170 students enjoy an excellent educational experience through small classes and exceptional teachers; The Clothesline Sale; Kansas City's largest garage sale! Gently-used merchandise is sold at bargain prices. Fabulous finds are always available in our clothing departments for the entire family, toys, books, housewares, linens, and shoes; The Pembroke Hill School 5121 State Line Road; 9 a.m.; free admission. Contact Bonnie Pearson: 400 West 51st Street, Kansas City, MO 64112 or 816-936-1233 or bpearson@pembrokehill.org or www.pembrokehill.org.

22nd Annual AIDS WALK Kansas City

AIDS Service Foundation of Greater Kansas City; ASF raises funds for four major AIDS service organizations: Kansas City Free Health Clinic, Hope Care Center, SAVE, Inc., and the Good Samaritan Project. Since 1993, ASF has raised more than $6.75 million for local AIDS service organizations; 22nd Annual AIDS WALK Kansas City; The largest HIV/AIDS fundraiser in a five-state region that raises much-needed funds for local AIDS service organizations. On a beautiful spring morning, Kansas Citians will walk in honor of those we have lost to HIV/AIDS and to affirm those living with the disease; Theis Park; 10 a.m.; free admission. Contact Michael Lintecum: P.O. Box 32192, Kansas City, MO 64171 or 816-931-0959 or walk@aidswalkkansascity.org or www.aidswalkkansascity.org.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 2010 Black Tie Ball

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society; Our mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, and myeloma and to improve the quality of life of patients and their families. An estimated 912,938 people in the United States are currently living with a form of blood cancer; The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's 2010 Black Tie Ball; This evening includes a cocktail and hors d'oeuvres reception, large silent auction, five-item live auction, entertainment, and an outstanding five-course meal; Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown; 6 p.m.; $250. Contact Allison Ihm: 6811 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite 202, Shawnee Mission, KS 66202 or 913-262-1515 or allison.ihm@lls.org or www.lls.org/mid/blacktieball.

Denim & Dazzle Gala

Evergreen Living Innovations; Evergreen provides services in long-term care. The educational component, GERTI, is a champion of culture change in Kansas. A main and future goal of Evergreen Living Innovations is to break ground on a new campus creating a model for aging-in-place with lifetime apartments; Denim & Dazzle Gala; Wine and silent auctions, entertainment, dinner, and a live auction; Regnier Center at Johnson County Community College; 6 p.m.; $60. Contact Gloria Adams: 11875 South Sunset, Olathe, KS 66061 or 913-477-8272 or gloriaa@eliinc.org or www.gerti.org.

SpireFest

University of Saint Mary; The University of Saint Mary educates students to realize their God-given potential and prepares them for value-centered lives and careers; SpireFest; The event features a live and silent auction as well as dinner and dancing to benefit student scholarships; University of Saint Mary; 6 p.m.; $100. Contact Stephanie Shupe: 4100 South Fourth Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048 or 913-758-6137 or shupes@stmary.edu or www.stmary.edu.

Black & White Bash

Della Lamb; More than 2,000 families a year benefit from programs and services that help them move from poverty to self-sufficiency. Founded in 1897, Della has adapted to the changing needs of the community. In 2010, refugees from at least a dozen countries will find the help they need in their adopted homeland; Black & White Bash; The Della Lamb Children's Choir will be among the highlights of the 16th annual fundraiser which benefits Della Lamb's youth services programs. The Adopt-a-Kid auction, an audience favorite, provides guests an opportunity to support safe, fun after-school activities for some of the city's children; Hyatt Regency Crown Center Hotel; 6 p.m.; $100. Contact Phyllis Stevens: 500 Woodland, Kansas City, MO 64106 or 816-842-8040 or pstevens@dellalamb.org or www.dellalamb.org.

37th Annual Bishop Miege Auction

Bishop Miege High School; A Catholic/Christian community that strives for student excellence through spiritual growth, academic success, community service, and physical development; 37th Annual Bishop Miege Auction; The Bishop Miege community comes together for our largest fundraiser of the year to raise money for student programs. Join us for an exciting night of fun, fellowship and frenzied bidding; Bishop Miege High School; 6 p.m.; $50. Contact Kim Gregory: 5041 Reinhardt Drive, Shawnee Mission, KS 66205 or 913-262-2700 or kgregory@bishopmiege.com or www.alumni.bishopmiege.com/auction10.

15th Annual Rock Chalk Ball

KU Alumni Association; 15th Annual Rock Chalk Ball; A Jayhawk-inspired, black-tie event featuring dancing to The Karen Davis Project, dining and silent and live auctions; Overland Park Convention Center; 6 p.m.; $175. Contact Joy Maxwell: 913-897-3445 or jmaxwell@kualumni.org or www.kualumni.org/rockchalkball.

Sabates Eye Centers Trolley Run

Children's Center for the Visually Impaired; CCVI's mission is to prepare young children with visual impairments, including those with multiple disabilities, to reach their highest potential in the sighted world. Founded in 1952, CCVI is the only center of its kind in the Kansas City area; Sabates Eye Centers Trolley Run; The largest timed four-mile run in the nation, the Trolley Run is known for its fast, flat-to-downhill course starting in Waldo and ending on the Country Club Plaza. Be sure to stick around for the After-Bash and Kids' Run; race begins at 74th and Wornall; 7:30 a.m.; $40. Contact Jennifer Anderson: 3101 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64111 or 816-841-2284 or janderson@ccvi.org or www.ccvi.org.

2010 Heart-to-Heart Luncheon

Women's Employment Network; Founded in 1986 by Beth K. Smith and Marjorie Powell Allen; since its inception, WEN has graduated more than 5,500 women from its programs; 2010 Heart-to-Heart Luncheon; The 19th annual Luncheon is one of the area's largest and most inspiring events honoring women in our community who have overcome great obstacles. It brings the community together to applaud the courage and strength of women who share their personal stories of triumph and success; Hyatt Regency Crown Center Hotel; 11:45 a.m.; $65. Contact Amie C. Hankel: 920 Main Street, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64105 or 816-595-1297 or ahankel@kcwen.org or www.kcwen.org.

Sounds and Sauvignon

Midwest Ear Institute; Celebrating 30 years of service to the Kansas City metropolitan community. Midwest Ear Institute (MEI) continues to work to improve the quality of life for persons with hearing loss by restoring or improving their hearing. MEI also works with people who have balance disorders or tinnitus; Sounds and Sauvignon; Enjoy an evening with friends while sipping wine and savoring hors d'oeuvres; silent auction; The Carriage Club; 6 p.m.; $75. Contact Irwin Herrero: 4200 Pennsylvania, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64111 or 816-932-1664 or iherrero@saint-lukes.org  or www.saintlukeshealthsystem.org.

Forks & Corks

Harvesters - The Community Food Network; Harvesters is Kansas City's only food bank and the community's response to hunger. By providing food, Harvesters gives sustenance and hope to those in need. Harvesters also works towards long-term solutions through nutrition education, hunger awareness and advocacy; Forks & Corks; A food and wine sampling event. Every year, proceeds from Forks & Corks enable Harvesters to provide nearly one million meals to those in need in our community. The city's best restaurants and beverage purveyors serve up their signature dishes and fine wines; Kansas City Convention Center; 6 p.m.; $85. Contact Megan Hunter: 3801 Topping Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64129 or 816-929-3016 or mhunter@harvesters.org or www.harvesters.org.

Celebrating a Life Dedicated to the Arts

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art; One of the nation's premier art museums, with free admission, committed to connecting visitors with fine works of art from cultures around the world; Celebrating a Life Dedicated to the Arts; A black-tie evening honoring Marc F. Wilson's 38 years of distinguished service to the Museum. The evening will include toasts, dinner, remarks by Richard Armstrong, director of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation; and the unveiling of the new Egyptian Galleries; Contact: 4525 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64111 or 816-751-1ART or www.nelson-atkins.org.

Dining by Design 2010 Table Hop Preview Party

Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA); Dining by Design 2010 Table Hop Preview Party; A cocktail party and silent auction with a preview of the tablescapes for Dining by Design; Exhibition Hall of the Hyatt Regency Crown Center Hotel; 5 p.m.; $25. Contact DIFFA: 816-75-DIFFA or www.diffakc.org.

12th Annual Fundraiser

Operation Breakthrough; The mission of Operation Breakthrough is to help children who are living in poverty to develop to their fullest potential by providing them a safe, loving and educational environment. Operation Breakthrough also strives to support and empower the children's families through advocacy, referral services and emergency aid; 12th Annual Fundraiser; A fun-filled evening featuring an open bar, silent and live auctions, dinner, and performances by the children of Operation Breakthrough; Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown; 5:30 p.m.; $150. Contact Nicole Levy: 3039 Troost, Kansas City, MO 64109 or 816-329-5270 or nicolel@operationbreakthrough.org or www.operationbreakthrough.org.