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Heart of America Shakespeare Festival – Romantic Revels Gala

February 2nd is the date for the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival’s Romantic Revels Gala at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. Ed Milbank will be honored as Shakespeare’s Herald, […]

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Centurion Spotlight – Jake Jacobson

Jake Jacobson is the chairman of the Centurions Leadership Program’s steering committee for 2012-2013. He is the social media manager for Garmin International. Jake’s work with Garmin has taken him […]

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In the Spotlight – Kansas City Tip-Off

Kansas City’s Medicine Cabinet’s Kansas City Tip-Off event is set for March 9th at the Uptown Theater. Gretchen and Hans Gold and Marsha and Joel Voran are the honorary co-chairmen. […]

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Kansas City Ballet Guild – Nutcracker

A special photo provided the perfect holiday gathering for Kansas City Ballet Guild parents of children in the cast of this year’s Nutcracker. More than 200 roles are filled by professional […]

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Women’s Sports Awards Celebration

February 1st is the date for WIN for KC’s 19th Annual Women’s Sports Awards Celebration at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Three-time Olympic beach volleyball gold medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings […]

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Rising Star Reflections – Sheri Johnson

Sheri Johnson has served on the Alphapointe board for six years and served this past year as board chairman. She has helped lead the organization through its 100th anniversary, a […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Cheryl Cartner

Cheryl Cartner has been a dedicated volunteer with the Love Fund for Children for more than 20 years. She has spearheaded many committees and fundraisers and has been a huge […]

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Children’s Mercy – Red Hot Night

Red Hot Night, benefiting Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics is set for February 2nd in the Grand Ballroom of the Kansas City Convention Center. The event will feature cocktails, dinner, a […]

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In the Spotlight – JDRF’s Dream Gala

JDRF’s Dream Gala is set for May 4th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. The gala will feature dinner, silent and live auctions and live entertainment by The […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Dr. Edward “Ted” Higgins

Dr. Edward “Ted” Higgins has been a devoted vascular surgeon in the Kansas City community and a tireless advocate for improving health here in Our Town. He has previously served […]

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Kansas City Hospice House – 2013 Angel Gala

August 24th is the date for the 2013 Kansas City Hospice House Angel Gala. Guests will enjoy dinner, entertainment and a silent auction. Carol Barnett, Sharon Mallin and Jill Shapiro are […]

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Women’s Foundation – Annual Grants Award Luncheon

The Women’s Foundation of Greater Kansas City’s 20th Annual Grants Award Luncheon will be held on December 7th at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Tennis legend Martina Navratilova is […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Go Red for Women Half Day for Your Heart

The American Heart Association’s 2013 Go Red for Women Half Day for Your Heart event will be held on April 19th. Gina Danner and Kathy Koehler will serve as the co-chairmen. Gina […]

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In the Spotlight – Pembroke Hill’s 2013 Auction

A Night Under the Stars is the theme of Pembroke Hill’s 2013 Auction, set for February 23rd at Starlight Theatre. The Auction will feature delicious cocktails and dinner, as well as live and […]

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Cheers to Volunteers! – Sue Bollman

Sue Bollman has been dedicated to helping the youth at Ozanam for more than a decade. Sue supports the clerical staff, volunteers for the Golf Classic  every year and works hard on […]

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39th Annual Snow Ball

The 39th Annual Snow Ball benefiting Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas will be held on January 19th and preparations are already in full swing. Five addressing parties were hosted recently around Town […]

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Crossroads Academy of Kansas City

Plan to attend the December 6th Dreaming Big in Downtown Kansas City event to benefit Crossroads Academy of Kansas City. Visit crossroadsacademykc.org for more information. Also featured in the November 24th issue of The […]

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Women’s Foundation – Awards Luncheon

The Women’s Foundation of Greater Kansas City’s 20th Annual Grants Awards Luncheon will be held on December 7th at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Karen and Mike Herman will serve as […]

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In the Spotlight – 2013 Lyric Opera Ball

The Lyric Opera Circle will present The 2013 Lyric Opera Ball, “The Phantom Ball,” on April 19th at Bartle Hall. Anne and Howard Elsberry are the honorary chairmen, and Barbara Spilker is […]

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St. Teresa’s Academy – Auction

St. Teresa’s Academy Auction, Swinging on a Star, swings into town on November 17th. Larry Moore will be the emcee. Auction organizers met recently to finalize preparations for the annual gala, […]

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The Gift of Hope, A Night of Giving

The Gift of Hope, A Night of Giving will be held on January 26th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown hosted by Kansas City Young Matrons. The […]

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