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THIS MONTH'S EVENT EXTRAS

Kansas City Explorers Win the King Trophy!

	A big congrats goes out to the Kansas City Explorers for winning their first World TeamTennis title on Sunday, July 25! Our Town’s tennis team defeated the New York Sportimes 21-18 and gained ownership rights to the King Trophy, named after tennis legend and WTT co-founder Billie Jean King.
Billie Jean King (courtesy of KC Explorers)


The victors hoist the King Trophy.	The final score says it all.	KC Explorers’ Sam Groth and Ricardo Mello


Bruce & Tanya Heinrich	Mark Haas and daughter Mena

GM Jeff Launius after the celebrated Gatorade shower


Abigail Spears returns serve	The New York Sportimes’ Robert Kendrick & Abigail Spears

DeLaSalle Annual Movie Benefit

The 20th anniversary of DeLaSalle’s Annual Movie Benefit will be held on November 10th. Co-chairmen for the event are Liz and Perry Brandt and Laurie and Chip Ingram.


Laurie and Chip Ingram	Perry and Liz Brandt

BLOOM Is Studio 54

On April 9th, the Starlight Theatre marked the spot for the one time reopening of Studio 54. BLOOM, a benefit for the KC Free Health Clinic, was nothing less than extraordinary! Guests were surrounded by entertainment – three DJs, unlimited refreshments, a raffle drawing, Quixotic acrobatics, cube dancing, headliner Ravi Drums, and even a white horse.

For more on BLOOM, check out the July 24th issue of The Independent. You can also see more fabulous photos on our homepage!

Mark Maslan and Cathy Tivol Maslan


Casey Simmons and Sloane Simmons, board member	Carnie Kline and Darren Mark	Abby and Alex Wendel

Justin and Lauren Golden with Travis Joyal


Cathy Tivol Maslan and Kelly Cole announce the raffle winner.	David Wiley, board member; and Sheri Wood

Outdoor Adventure

The Jewel Ball floor committee rolled up their sleeves and participated in an Outdoor Adventure at William Jewell College on June 5th.

For more on this event, check out the July 24th issue of The Independent.


Dan Bolen	Chad Allen	Bill Aliber

(Front row) Ellen Cray, Ellen Bolen, Lori Allen, Kim Aliber, and (back row) Debbie Smith salute.

(Out of camera range) Jeannette Reintjes

Jewel Ball Spa Party

Jewel Ball debutantes gathered at Karen and Skip Peavey’s Lake Lotawana home on June 12th for a spa party. For more on this event, check out the 7/24 issue of The Independent!
	Callie McGuire gets a makeover from Carmondy of Halls.

(Front row) Kristen Peavey, Lee Fryer, Claire Ridge, (row 2) Sarah Luby, Taylor Twibell, Kit Andresen, (row 3) Elyse Wilson, Libby Bash, Jenny Howard, (row 4) Jordan LeMay, Morgan Gonder, Caroline Barton, Allison Kipke, (row 5) Anne Burcham, Kate Sachse, (row 6) Emily Glaze, Elizabeth Pyne, (row 7) Kristen Nelson, Kathryn Hjalmarson, Katie Duffy, (back row) Callie McGuire, Betsy Brandt, and Katie Greenbaum

TLC for Children & Families’ 4th Annual Tastes & Tees Wine Tasting

Join TLC for Children & Families for a night of food, wine, and summer fun at the 4th Annual Tastes & Tees Wine Tasting on July 22nd! Guests will also enjoy musical entertainment by local artist, Sean McNown, as well as a fabulous silent and live auction led by the Nigro Brothers. Don’t miss out on this unique evening of tasting and mingling with friends to benefit the thousands of children served each year by TLC. Seats are limited, so make your reservation today by visiting www.kidstlc.org, or contact Jen Simpson at 913-324-3801.


	Tony & Toni Marengo, along with Liz Smart, Luanne George, and Jen Simpson enjoy the 2009 Tastes & Tees Wine Tasting Live Auction, led by the Nigro Brothers.

“Steppin’ Out With The Debs”

Seven Jewel Ball debutantes along with their parents hosted “Steppin’ Out With The Debs” at Mosaic Lounge in the Power and Light District on June 14th. Everyone enjoyed a delicious dinner and lots of dancing!

More photos from this event will be featured in the July 24th issue of The Independent.

Photo Credit: David Riffel


Dave and Cathy Clark, Winn Clark, Sarah Luby, and Vicki and Mike Luby	Nancy and Mark Sachse flank Kate Sachse.


Michael and Ellen Merriman, Edward Merriman, Betsy Brandt, and Liz and Perry Brandt	Katie and Laura Greenbaum


David Smart, Will Bolen, Chad Allen, Edward Merriman, Curran Darling, Jake Myron and Jack Dudenhoeffer	Keith and Andie Weisz flank Allison Kipke.


Ron and Cassie LeMay flank Jordan LeMay.	John and Liz Hjalmarson flank Kathryn Hjalmarson.

Studio Dan Meiners Grand Opening

Studio Dan Meiners welcomed quite a crowd for its Grand Opening celebration – an all-day extravaganza on June 11th. We just love the breathtakingly beautiful new space, located at 2500 West Pennway! Guests enjoyed delicious food and beverages from some of Our Town’s greatest, an open-air flower market, fresh organic produce, artwork on display, live cooking demonstrations, and flower giveaways. DJ Anthony Nigro was on hand to entertain the crowd for the evening portion of the event, which featured signature cocktails and even more scrumptious bites. A portion of sales made throughout the day went towards Hello Art, a membership organization sponsored by the Arts Incubator.

Photo Credit: Jenny Wheat


Guests mingling inside the exquisite Studio Dan Meiners	Catering was by Steve Chick and Pieroguys

Sidewalk chalk artist Maria Ismert


Lauren LaPointe	Liz Wampler with Erin and Will Gregory


Erik Burton from Door to Door Organics	Lindsay Laricks from Fresher Than Fresh	Paul Massard from The Roasterie

DIFFA – Dining By Design

Dining By Design is the signature fundraising event for DIFFA Kansas City. This exciting event showcases the personal passions of some of Our Town’s leading design talents. Since its inception more than 15 years ago, Dining By Design has helped to raise much needed funds for HIV and AIDS education and prevention in the Kansas City area. The recent Dining By Design was held at the Exhibition Hall on May 1st, where guests enjoyed food and drink while being wowed by the artistic table designs. The Table Hop Preview Party was held the evening prior, and included a cocktail party and silent auction.

For more coverage of this event, visit our homepage and check out pages 38 and 39 of the June 12th issue of The Independent!

Photo Credit: J. Robert Schraeder


Kenny Beall, Cathy Glavin and Kurt Knapstein	Congressman Dennis and Stephene Moore	Susan Jones and Laura Fowler

Model Mothers

Ida’s Bridal and Tuxedo held its first ever Mother’s Fashion Show in March. Mom’s modeled their glamourous gowns they had purchased at Ida’s and had worn at various galas, weddings and events. More than 85 women enjoyed cake, champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries as they watched the ladies walk the specially-built runway lined with fresh flowers. Ida created a truly beautiful event.

For more, see the May 15th issue of The Independent!


Ida’s has lovely gowns for every occasion.	Ida’s carries a large array of bridal gowns.

The Model Moms wowed the audience.


Gina Blake models a gown by Jasmine.	Jessi Johnson makes an adorable flower girl in a Mon Cheri Joan Calabrese dress.	Colleen Camarata wears a gown by Pronovias from Barcelona.