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26 Issues

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

MOCSA – Community Luncheon

Sheila Kemper Dietrich was the honorary chairman, Kimberlee Ried and Erik Bergrud were the community support committee chairmen, and Alicia Starr and Polly Kramer were the event co-chairmen for the […]

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AdventHealth Foundation Shawnee Mission – B.E. Smith Family Center

On April 29th, AdventHealth Foundation Shawnee Mission had a donor celebration to honor individuals, businesses, and foundations who contributed to build the new B.E. Smith Family Center. This inclusive facility […]

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TMC Charitable Foundation – 4th Annual White Coat Gala

More than 800 guests attended TMC Charitable Foundation’s ILLUMINATE – 4th Annual White Coat Gala on April 18th. Toni and Phil Sanders and Dr. Valerie Chow and The Honorable Jon Gray served […]

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Jewel Ball Chairmen’s Coffee

The Jewel Ball Chairmen’s Coffee was held on April 17th at The Kansas City Country Club. Wendy Burcham is serving as chairman of the 65th anniversary of The Jewel Ball, […]

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Saint Luke’s Foundation – Books & Boutiques

Gretchen Rubin, formerly of Our Town, was the featured author for Saint Luke’s Foundation’s Books & Boutiques. The 12th annual event, which benefits the patients, families, and programs of Saint […]

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CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties – Promise of Hope

CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties’ Promise of Hope luncheon was held on March 28th at the Overland Park Convention Center. More than 700 guests enjoyed a special program that […]

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Lyric Opera Circle – Lyric Opera Ball: For the Love of Opera

April 13th was the date for the Lyric Opera Circle’s Lyric Opera Ball – For the Love of Opera. Pamela Bruce and Barbara Haviland were the co-chairmen, and Sharon Barry […]

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The Children’s Place – Angels’ Gala

April 6th was the date for the Angel Board’s Angels’ Gala, a benefit for The Children’s Place, which was held at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. […]

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City – Kids Night Out

More than 1,400 guests enjoyed Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City’s Kids Night Out event at the Overland Park Convention Center. The April 12th gala featured a fabulous […]

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Rockhurst University – Leadership Series

March 26th was the date for the Rockhurst University Leadership Series. The seventh annual event was held at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Joe Montana, NFL […]

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Saint Luke’s Foundation – Books & Boutiques Patrons’ Party

New York Times best-selling author and Kansas City native Gretchen Rubin signed copies of her new book, Outer Order, Inner Calm: Declutter & Organize to Make Room for More Happiness […]

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Lyric Opera Circle’s Lyric Opera Ball – Benefactor Party

Guests enjoyed the house and outdoor spaces when Jeanne and Joe Brandmeyer opened their lovely home for the Benefactor Party for the Lyric Opera Circle’s Lyric Opera Ball – For […]

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kansas City – Standing Ovation

At Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Standing Ovation event on April 14th, more than 1,300 Bigs, Littles, and supporters celebrated their friendships and how long they have been matched together. Matches […]

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Family Conservancy – 6th Annual Brew for Books

April 11th was the date for the Family Conservancy’s 6th Annual Brew for Books at Boulevard Brewery. More than 1,600 books were collected to promote early literacy for at-risk children […]

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Jackson County CASA – Light of Hope Breakfast

On April 11th, Jackson County CASA held its 19th annual Light of Hope Breakfast. Mira Mdivani was the honorary chairman, and Lara Klover was the chairman. John Holt served as […]

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Kansas City Young Matrons – New Member Luncheon

The Kansas City Young Matrons’ class of 2018-2019 hosted the class of 2019-2020 at a New Member Luncheon. The April 25th event was held at the organization’s club house. (Seated) […]

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Charlie’s House – Charlie’s Ball

Union Station Kansas City was the place for the second annual Charlie’s Ball on February 23rd. Parents and children were entertained by Jim Cosgrove, also known as Mr. Stinky Feet. […]

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Center for Practical Bioethics – Annual Dinner

The Annual Dinner for the Center for Practical Bioethics was held at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown on April 9th. Julie and Wayne Carter were the […]

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Committee of 101 – 49th annual 101 Awards

The 49th annual 101 Awards, Kansas City’s salute to professional football, were held on March 9th at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Patrick Mahomes, Drew Brees, J.J. Watt, Aaron Donald, […]

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The 2019 Paw Print Issue

Celebrating the stylish pets of Our Town!  Lady • Nicole Capolino Photo Credit: Michael Pittman   GRiZ • Wyeth Atchison Photo Credit: Michael Pittman   Bella • Patty Baker   Murphy […]

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Girls on the Run Serving GKC – Every Girl Evening

Boulevard Brewing Company was the setting for Girls on the Run Serving Greater Kansas City’s second annual Every Girl Evening. The March 28th event raised funds to provide financial assistance […]

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