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In addition to receiving 26 issues of The Independent Kansas City’s Journal of Society, your subscription will include our annual publication, the Charitable Events Calendar and a subscription to our e-newsletter, The Insider. Questions about your current subscription? Contact Laura Gabriel at 816-471-2800.

EVENT EXTRAS

The American Royal – Chairman’s Uptown Hoedown

November 23rd was the date for The American Royal’s Chairman’s Uptown Hoedown. Charlie Tetrick served as chairman of the event, which was held in Hale Arena. Friends and supporters of […]

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Kansas City Ballet – Sugar Plum Fairy Children’s Ball

December 7th was the date for the Sugar Plum Fairy Children’s Ball. Co-chairmen Lisa Sirridge and Regina Klepikow hosted the 25th annual event, which was held at the Muehlebach Tower […]

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The National World War I Museum and Memorial – The Vietnam War: 1945-1975

More than 200 people gathered for a VIP Reception, which was hosted by The National World War I Museum and Memorial in advance of the opening of the exhibition, The […]

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Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas – 46th Annual Snow Ball

Members of the Church of the Ascension, Nativity, St. Joseph, Sacred Heart, St. Patrick, and Holy Angels parishes kicked off the fall season by opening their homes to support Catholic […]

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KidsTLC – Benefit19, “IMAGINE”

November 2nd was the date for KidsTLC’s Benefit19, “IMAGINE.” Laura and Bobby Hennessey were the honorary chairmen, and Lucy and Andy Rieger served as the chairmen of the event that […]

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Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art – 2019 Kemper Gala

Jane and Josh Sosland were the honorary chairmen for the 2019 Kemper Gala. This year’s event marked the silver anniversary of the Museum. (Yes – 25 years!) The theme, “Intergalatic […]

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Harriman-Jewell Series – Prelude 2019

September 14th was the date for Harriman-Jewell Series’ Prelude 2019. The festive evening celebrated the start of the Harriman-Jewell Series’ 55th season. Guests enjoyed a fabulous performance by the Four […]

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HappyBottoms – Attitude of Gratitude

Tamara Day, host of HGTV’s Bargain Mansions, helped HappyBottoms break its previous fundraising record at the organization’s Attitude of Gratitude event on November 14th. Pam Sutherlin, Liz Sutherlin, and Linda […]

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UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance – Crescendo

UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo took place at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts on November 8th. Guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, and a spectacular performance by the […]

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High Aspirations – Annual Mentors Challenge

High Aspirations’ 9th Annual Mentors Challenge was held at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown on November 7th. Dr. Elijah Anderson, the Sterling Professor of Sociology and African American Studies at […]

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Henry Blosser House & Swiss Horse Barn – Champagne Reception

Carolyn and Dr. Arthur Elman recently enjoyed a Champagne Reception in their honor at the historic 1878 Henry Blosser House & Swiss Horse Barn. The couple received awards from the […]

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BOTAR – Educational Event

Polsinelli was the location for an educational event for this year’s BOTAR class. Marianne Kilroy and Lauren Luhrs served as the co-chairmen. BOTARs learned everything about BOTAR, from volunteering at […]

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YMCA of Greater Kansas City – Cheers for Challenger

The 13th annual Cheers for Challenger was held in the Tower Club at Arrowhead Stadium. More than 270 guests enjoyed drinks, delicious fare, silent and live auctions, and remarks from […]

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MOCSA – Johnson County Fall Forum

MOCSA’s 16th annual Johnson County Fall Forum took place on November 1st at the Overland Park Sheraton. Mayor Peggy Dunn was the honorary chairmen, and Kristin Wing and Kathy Woodward […]

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The ALS Association Mid-America Chapter – KC Walk to Defeat ALS

Jim Rine was the corporate recruitment chairman for The ALS Association Mid-America Chapter’s 2019 Kansas City Walk to Defeat ALS. The October 5th event was held at Kauffman Stadium. Team […]

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The Family Conservancy – Blue Carpet Event

The Family Conservancy’s Blue Carpet Event was held at The Abbott. More than 300 guests enjoyed cocktails, a gourmet dinner, silent and live auctions, and live music. Proceeds support a […]

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The Farmer’s House – Fall Feast

The Farmer’s House annual Fall Feast hosted two fantastic events: A Farm Party and a Barn Party. Partygoers enjoyed the rustic charm of each affair, complete with signature cocktails, hors […]

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Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas – Snow Ball

November 1st was the date when supporters of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas’ Snow Ball gathered for the St. Martin of Tours Mass and Reception. Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann celebrated […]

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AdventHealth Foundation Shawnee Mission – Tiny Tim Holiday Fantasy

November 3rd was the date for AdventHealth Foundation Shawnee Mission’s annual Tiny Tim Holiday Fantasy. The event, a benefit for the B.E. Smith Family Center, was held at the Overland […]

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Saint Luke’s East Hospital – Boo Ball

Saint Luke’s East Hospital’s Boo Ball was held on October 19th at the Pavilion at John Knox Village. This year was the 10th annual gala, and several original founding volunteer […]

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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art – Queen Nefertari: Eternal Egypt

On November 9th, an evening celebrating immortality and the opening of the major exhibition, Queen Nefertari: Eternal Egypt, was held at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Shirley Bush Helzberg and […]

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