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This is the 50th anniversary of this event to recognize an outstanding Kansas Citian for their work and dedication to Greater Kansas City. Our honoree this year is Dr. Matthew Naylor, President and CEO of The National WWI Museum and Memorial; semi-formal. The Native Sons & Daughters of Greater Kansas City; The Native Sons and Daughters […]
Alexa Tarantino is an award-winning, vibrant, young jazz saxophonist, woodwind doubler, composer, and educator. Alexa’s “high-octane ” (Jazzit Magazine) establish her individual voice which shines through as a dynamic performer and educator. Folly Theater: Folly Theater is a beautiful historic theater which first opened September 23, 1900. Though the exterior has remained with it's 1900s charm, […]
The Victory Gala afterparty is an opportunity for individuals in the community to support Special Olympics Kansas athletes. We will have live music, numerous photo opportunities, dessert bar, bonfire, and live auction! Special Olympics Kansas; Special Olympics Kansas is dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society […]
The 37th annual event includes a social hour, program, six-course dinner, and dancing; black-tie. Johnson County Community College Foundation; Supporting the overall mission of JCCC, its strategic goals and its initiatives. We work to provide access to the College for all students, advance excellence through the development of community leadership, business partnerships and financial support, […]
Celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Museum in connection with the exhibition, Monet and His Modern Legacy. The evening will begin with cocktails and viewing of the exhibition, followed by dinner in the magnificent Kirkwood Hall. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art; Inviting all people to explore the art in its care, and through its broad collection, […]
Guests will enjoy a chef-inspired meal, signature cocktails, outstanding entertainment, and live and silent auctions. The best part of the evening will be hearing Newhouse’s stories of survival and hope. Newhouse; The catalyst for survivors of domestic violence to rise through the impacts of trauma by providing an ecosystem of transformative services that lead to safety, […]
Celebrate with drinks, appetizers, and more followed by a world-class performance in the “Carnegie Hall of the Plains” Folly Theater; To preserve Kansas City’s oldest historic theater as a premier performance venue, we commit to maintain our building’s heritage, diversify our program and entertainment offerings, and be an enthusiastic participant in the continuing revitalization of Downtown […]
Celebrate civic and community leader Joe Reardon as he receives the prestigious Henry W. Bloch Human Relations Award, which is presented annually to an outstanding individual who leads by example, lives a life of selflessness, inspires, is dedicated to justice, and makes our community a better place in which to live. Jewish Community Relations Bureau|AJC: The […]
Event details to be determined. Child Protection Center; To build a healthier community by leading the multidisciplinary response to the prevention, identification, and treatment of child abuse and violence.
We are pleased to present Professor Ioudenitch’s piano studio in concert at the intimate 1900 Building. An entire evening devoted to piano lovers, this concert features the studio’s talented and award-winning students. They are award winning instrumentalists, so something not to miss. International Center For Music at Park University: Nestled in the river bluffs overlooking Kansas […]
