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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 Children’s Place – Brews & Bites

The Children’s Place hosted Brews & Bites on September 21st. A record-breaking crowd of more than 430 guests enjoyed sampling food and drink from local restaurants, distilleries, and breweries. Proceeds […]

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2023 Royal Welcome

The American Royal complex was the perfect setting for the Royal Welcome, a get-together hosted by the BOTAR Organization. Held on September 13th, the class of 2023 BOTARs, Escorts, and […]

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The Lyric Opera Circle – 2023 Fall Luncheon

The Lyric Opera Circle’s Fall Luncheon was held on September 6th at The Capital Grille. Lisa Flynn-Pruch served as the host. Carolyn Faeger, Lisa Hickok, and Kathleen Sutton were welcomed […]

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Kansas City Young Matrons – 2023 Reassembly Day Tea

September 11th was the date for Kansas City Young Matrons’ Reassembly Day Tea, which was held at the clubhouse. Diane Roth and her committee served a delicious brunch. President Mary […]

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KC Shepherd’s Center – Prom with a Purpose

September 30th was the date for Prom with a Purpose, which was held at the Hy-Vee Arena. The fun-filled evening prompted guests to relive high school prom days, while helping […]

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Kansas City Ballet Guild – 2023 Fall Luncheon

Blue Hills Country Club was the site for Kansas City Ballet Guild’s Fall Luncheon, which was held on September 21st. David Gray and Devon Carney, both of Kansas City Ballet, […]

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Kansas City Rose Society – 2023 Wine and Roses

September 14th was the date for the Kansas City Rose Society’s annual Wine and Roses event. The Laura Conyers Smith Rose Garden provided the beautiful setting, where more than 200 […]

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HappyBottoms – 2023 Diaper Bowl

September 11th was the date for HappyBottoms’ third annual Diaper Bowl. More than 400 guests enjoyed being pampered with beverages, bites, live music, and auctions. Proceeds from the event enhance […]

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The Symphony Ball – 2023 Benefactors’ Party

The Symphony Ball Benefactors’ Party was held on September 6th at the gorgeous home of Jeanne and Joe Brandmeyer. Rachael Sabates orchestrated a beautiful soiree for guests to celebrate and […]

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The Johnson County Library Foundation – 2023 Library Lets Loose

The Johnson County Library Foundation’s annual Library Lets Loose was held on September 23rd at the Central Resource Library in Overland Park. The theme for this year’s event was “Libraries […]

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Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties in Kansas – 2023 Mothers’ Tea

Lake Quivira Country Club was the beautiful site for the Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties in Kansas’ Mothers’ Tea on September 17th, which signaled the beginning of the […]

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HappyBottoms – Diaper Bowl

September 11th was the date for HappyBottoms’ third annual Diaper Bowl. More than 400 guests enjoyed being pampered with beverages, bites, live music, and auctions. Proceeds from the event enhance […]

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The 2023 BOTAR Presidents’ Tea

The Kansas City Country Club was the site for The BOTAR Presidents’ Tea, where the 2023 BOTARs and Pages were presented. The August 26th event was hosted by the Presidents […]

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers – Kansas City

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers – Kansas City was founded in 2014. It is the local chapter of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), which was founded in 1974 […]

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Armourdale Renewal Association

The Armourdale Renewal Association was founded in 1990 by Patty Dysart to “ensure that businesses and residents have the necessary resources to aid community development.” The actual Armourdale neighborhood has […]

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the League of United Latin American Citizens

Rudy Padilla and Robert Flores founded the League of United Latin American Citizens, Shawnee Mission, Kansas Council, in 2021. The organization’s overarching mission is to “advance the economic condition, educational attainment, […]

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Vibrant Health

“Our goal is making high-quality, culturally competent care accessible in every corner of our community. Vibrant Health elevates equitable and general access to care plus coordination of services,” said Patrick […]

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Cristo Rey Kansas City

Cristo Rey Kansas City was founded in 2006 by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. The organization pairs a Catholic prep school education with a work/study program for high school […]

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Culture, Art, and Community: Mattie Rhodes Center’s 25th Annual Day of the Dead Celebration

In a tribute to culture, connection, and creativity, the Mattie Rhodes Center is gearing up to host its 25th annual Day of the Dead event. This eagerly anticipated celebration welcomes […]

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A Thriving Westside: Westside CAN’s Role in Kansas City’s Evolution

Kansas City has a storied history, acting as a Gateway to the West in the mid-1800s and witnessing the pivotal Civil War Battle of Westport in 1864. In the late […]

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Habitaciones Para Latinos Association (HPLA Charities)

The mission of Habitaciones Para Latinos Association (or HPLA, as it is commonly known) is to provide home repair services to low income homeowners at no cost. The more elaborate […]

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