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This incredible 1938 Victorian thriller, famous for its Academy Award winning adaptation to the big screen, details the dark tale of a marriage based on deceit, and a husband committed to driving his wife to the brink of insanity. Fans of Agatha Christie won’t want to miss this! Kansas City Actors Theatre (KCAT): KCAT’s mission is […]
Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the undecorated 54th Symphony Designers’ Showhouse (1100 Valentine Road, Kansas City, MO 64111) before interior designers implement their visions to transform the residence into a showplace for tours (open for tours from April 27th through May 19th). Kansas City Symphony Alliance: A volunteer auxiliary supporting the Kansas City Symphony.
The Red Hot Night annual gala is hosted by a small group of young, civic-minded Kansas Citians whose sole mission is to support the hospital through public awareness, volunteerism, and fundraising. In the past 36 years, they have raised more than $19 million. Children's Mercy Kansas City: Children's Mercy is a leading independent children's health organization […]
The 13th Annual Heart Strings Gala is a powerful gathering of music-loving community leaders who come together to champion belonging, equity, and the transformative power of music. The evening will feature student performances, dinner, drinks, auctions, live music, and dancing with Right on Red. Band of Angels: Helping children in need find music through the generosity […]
An extravagant night of fashion, art, specialty cocktails, delicious bites, entertainment, music, and dancing. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art; Inviting all people to explore the art in the Museum, and through its broad collection, the depths and complexities of human experiences.
Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the undecorated 54th Symphony Designers’ Showhouse (1100 Valentine Road, Kansas City, MO 64111) before interior designers implement their visions to transform the residence into a showplace for tours (open for tours from April 27th through May 19th). Kansas City Symphony Alliance: A volunteer auxiliary supporting the Kansas City Symphony.
This fun party begins with a cocktail hour featuring an open bar and a silent auction, followed by a three-course gourmet dinner and dancing. The event will have a Roman theme in anticipation of HASF's summer production of Julius Caesar and raises funds for performances and education programs. Heart of America Shakespeare Festival: To make the […]
Different banks across the Kansas City metro will compete in this upbeat agility field day to see which bank can be crowned the BEST! This fundraiser supports all of the children and families Growing Futures serves. Growing Futures Early Education Center; To nurture children and strengthen families to enrich our community.
Join us for an evening of fun, fashion, and fundraising, all supporting young people with developmental disabilities. We’ll have live and silent auctions, exciting onstage personalities, and an unforgettable show featuring the accomplishments of the amazing individuals the event benefits. Cade Hudler and Scott Poore (Photo Credit: David Bram) Inclusion Connections/PawsAbilities; To strengthen the lives […]
The ICM Orchestra of Park University will present a program of music with a Valentine’s Day theme in the quaint Graham Tyler Memorial Chapel at Park University. Tim Hankewich, will join the Park ICM Orchestra as special guest conductor. International Center For Music at Park University: Nestled in the river bluffs overlooking Kansas City, a musical […]
Our 10th annual event begins with the women and men of the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department showing formidable, state-of-the-art equipment followed by dinner and a Bid for BackUp auction. Police Foundation of Kansas City: To make Kansas City one of the safest cities in America.
Boots & Pearls takes place at J. Rieger & Co., allowing guests to sample a variety of incredible libations courtesy of the expert mixologists who call J. Rieger home. The night includes wonderful food, lively entertainment, and a chance to make new friends. Alphapointe; We are dedicated to empowering people with vision loss to achieve […]
Wabash CannonBall Kansas City; K-Staters enjoy an annual gala that includes a full evening of dining, dancing, and cocktails to celebrate Kansas State University and raise scholarship money for students from the Kansas City area to attend K-State. K-State Alumni Association: To lead and inspire lifelong involvement that will benefit Kansas State University and all members […]
A leading vocalist in contemporary jazz, Diane Schuur is as eclectic as she is brilliant. Schuur’s voice is bold and expressive, traversing a straight-ahead brand of jazz in her trademark style – simultaneously romantic and mischievous, radiating soulful passion. Folly Theater: Folly Theater is a beautiful historic theater which first opened September 23, 1900. Though the […]
The Scholarship Ball is a night of fun and camaraderie for alumni and friends of the college. The evening includes Mass, cocktail reception, dinner, program, entertainment, and dancing, all wrapped around the presentation of the Cross of the Order of St. Benedict to Colleen and Kevin O'Malley. Benedictine College: To educate men and women within a community of […]
The event features live and silent auctions, including orphan artwork from around the world and from local and nationally-recognized artists, entertainment by Lost Wax, and the HALO Documentary Short Film premiere of Caylin. The HALO Foundation: Help one more child spend one less day alone.
An evening of dinner, auctions, and live entertainment with a Harry Potter theme to benefit Horizon Academy's mission of educating children with dyslexia and other language-based learning disabilities. Horizon Academy: Empowering students diagnosed with dyslexia and other language-based learning disabilities to become effective learners and confident self-advocates.
Cabaret is an event to bring an entire community together to raise awareness about our mission. Join Event Chairs Michelle Emanuel Johnson and Jeff Johnson in your best cocktail attire for a cocktail hour, sit down dinner, and an epic musical guest. Rose Brooks Center; To break the cycle of domestic violence so that individuals […]
Established as one of THE best musical couples right here in the Midwest, husband and wife duo, Ben Sayevich, Violin, and Lolita Lisovskaya-Sayevich, Piano, will be presented at the 1900 Building. Violinist Ben Sayevich has established himself as one of the most distinguished violinists and teachers. International Center For Music at Park University: Nestled in the […]
Everyday may be a fashion show but this one is not your every day event! Please join us as we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the BOTAR Organization with the Cocktails & Couture fashion show. Belles of the American Royal: To foster interest among its members in the social and civic activities pertaining to events sponsored […]
The Newhouse Worthy Pop-up Bar is focused on self-care, empowerment, and healthy relationships - things we are ALL worthy of! Bartenders compete to raise support for survivors at Newhouse. Guests enjoy delicious drinks, fun photo backdrops, and interactive portions to celebrate their inherent worth. Newhouse: Newhouse shatters the barriers that feed the cycle of abuse and […]
Night of Hope is The ALS Association’s premier dining event. This event brings together more than 500 guests for a delicious dinner, live entertainment, live and silent auctions, and award presentations to cap off another year of progress. The ALS Association; To discover treatments and a cure for ALS, and to serve, advocate for, and […]
Toast Sion at our 38th Annual Gala Auction "Noir et Blanc" at The Abbott! Enjoy delicious food, drink, dancing, and entertainment that is sure to delight. This event will feature live and silent auctions, plus a live drawing for our $10,000 super cash raffle. Notre Dame de Sion Schools; Sion is an independent Catholic school […]
In Your Corner for Hope is a collaborative fundraiser hosted by Hope House, KC Golden Gloves, and Christy's Champs. These three organizations each strive to educate and empower those who have been in difficult situations, including domestic violence and bullying. Join us as we come together as one. Hope House: To break the cycle of domestic […]
30 teams will face off in the Pickleball & Jams Tournament. Each team will be guaranteed three games of play. Growing Futures Early Education Center: To nurture children and strengthen families to enrich our community.
