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The Jewel Ball – Gentlemen’s Serenade

The Gentlemen’s Serenade took place at Mission Hills Country Club on June 8th. The Gentlemen of The Jewel Ball enjoyed tea sandwiches and desserts, learned about good manners and serenaded their mothers and grandmothers.

Also featured in the July 12th issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Mary S. Watkins Photography

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Mary Thompson, Robbie Thompson and Carolyn Bleish
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Sandy McCray and Chan McCray
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Jan Sayler, Connor McGannon and Jodi McGannon
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(First row) Evan Copaken, Bryan Morrison, Ryan Hesse, and Jack Longan (second row) Zack Royle, Robbie Thompson, Carter Olander, Chan McCray, Jonathan Mayer, Bucky Kessinger, and Connor McGannon (third row) Ben Sight, Connor Johnson, Will Cray, Drew Jurden, Parker Johnson, and Gregory Massman

 

Features

War Horses For Veterans – The Derby Party

War Horses for Veterans, founded by Andy and Patricia Brown, held its third annual fundraiser, The Derby Party, on May 4th. More than 400 guests watched the Kentucky Derby race…

Symphony League of Kansas City – Spring Luncheon

Lidia’s was the lovely location for the Symphony League of Kansas City’s annual Spring Luncheon on May 8th. Mandy Burditt and Trish Mayer were the co-chairmen. Nearly 60 members and…

Symphony League of Kansas City – Ball Kickoff

Symphony League members gathered at Amy Volini’s beautiful home recently to kick off preparations for the 2024 Symphony Ball, “NOVA.”Amy and Julie Sykes hosted the fun event, where Ball Chairman…

Saint Luke’s Foundation – Spirit of Philanthropy Awards

In the spirit of gratitude, Saint Luke’s Foundation hosted its Spirit of Philanthropy Awards celebration on April 18th at the 1900 Building. Being honored this year are: Philanthropists of the…