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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

Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care – 2023 Sunday Night Live

October 1st was the date for Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care’s Sunday Night Live. The event, which was held at KC Live! Block in the Power & Light District, […]

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First Call – 2023 Soiree

Hotel Kansas City was the site for First Call’s Soiree, which was held on September 28th. Karen and Jeffry Gerson were the event chairs. The newly reimagined event featured a […]

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The Whole Person – 2023 Casino Royale Night of Independence Awards Gala

The Whole Person’s 2023 Casino Royale Night of Independence Awards Gala was held on September 22nd at Harrah’s Casino. The event raises funds for and toasts people living independently with […]

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Children’s Mercy Hospital – Dream Big Day

Children’s Mercy Hospital hosted Dream Big Day in September in Crown Center Square, with a one-mile walk and a family-friendly celebration. Besides having fun, the day was a fundraiser which […]

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Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas – The Snow Ball Kickoff

The Snow Ball season has officially begun for Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas! The Patron, Table, and Snowflake committee members gathered recently at Indian Hills Country Club to kick off the […]

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Jackson County CASA – Cocktails for CASA: A Night of Hope

More than 220 guests gathered for Jackson County CASA’s Cocktails for CASA – A Night of Hope auction, which was held on October 6th at The Guild. The fifth annual […]

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BOTAR – 2023 School Tours

The BOTAR Organization participates in conducting school tours of The American Royal twice, annually. Each year, members gather in May and October to help guide school children through the various […]

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Kansas City Ballet Guild – 2023 Nutcracker Ball Invitation Addressing

Kansas City Ballet Guild members gathered at the Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity on September 28th to assemble invitations for the 2023 Nutcracker Ball. The Guild’s 56th annual […]

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TRAVOIS Organization

Founded in 1995 by David W. Bland and Marianne Roos, Travois exists to support Indigenous clients as they build affordable housing and grow their economies. While this is not a […]

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National Urban Indian Family Coalition

The National Urban Indian Family Coalition, founded in 2003 by Janeen Comenote, elevates a national voice for American Indians and Alaska Natives living in urban communities and sustains indigenous values […]

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Guardians Of Hallowed Grounds

During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Kansas City underwent significant growth, transforming into a busy trading and transportation hub that attracted a continuous influx of settlers. Within the […]

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Native Leaders Play A Key Role In Cultural Revival And Education Reform

The era of the American frontier is a history passed down through generations. Yet, a particular chapter we don’t often hear of is stained with injustice. According to some, the […]

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Land Acknowledgement: What Should We Know?

The discussion of land being taken away from and given to Native American Indians is a lengthy one fraught with many decisions and disagreements and recalibrations. Today, many institutions nationwide […]

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Connections: Cherokees Living In Today’s World

Complicated – the word that comes to mind most often when contemplating life today, in 2023, as a Native American Indian. Living, working, playing, raising children, worshipping, building a life […]

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Crafting Cultural Connections Through Native American Jewelry

Across cultures, jewelry has long held social, economic, and personal value. It allows people to express their identity, personality, and individuality. Within Native American culture, jewelry takes on a more […]

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Shawnee Indian Mission Foundation – Night at the Mission

October 13th was the date for the first-ever Night at the Mission fundraising event, which was held at the Shawnee Indian Mission to celebrate the historic landmark. Hosted by the […]

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National WWI Museum and Memorial – Night at the Tower

Libby and Brad Bergman were the honorary chairs, and Katrina and Tom Henke and Kimberlee Ried and Erik Bergrud served as the event co-chairs of the National WWI Museum and […]

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Jewish Family Services – 120 Years

A truly historic birthday of 120 years was celebrated in style recently honoring the Jewish Family Services agency. More than 650 guests gathered at the Overland Park Marriott and enjoyed […]

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Harriman-Jewell Series – 2023 Prelude

The Harriman-Jewell Series celebrated the start of its 59th Season at its Prelude event on September 11th at The 1900 Building. Guests enjoyed the American recital debut performance of pianist […]

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EarlystART – 5th Annual Little Learners Luncheon

EarlystART’s fifth annual Little Learners Luncheon was held on September 15th in the North Club at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. McClain Bryant Macklin and Joe Macklin served as chairs […]

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The Symphony League of Kansas City – Seasons Symphony Ball

The Symphony League of Kansas City’s Seasons Symphony Ball was held on September 9th in the Grand Ballroom at the Kansas City Convention Center. Co-chairmen Julie McCann and Gina Penner […]

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