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The Jewel Ball – 2023 Gentlemen’s Serenade

Mission Hills Country Club was the site for The Jewel Ball Gentlemen’s Serenade. The lovely event was held on June 4th, much to the delight of the Gents’ mothers and grandmothers and special guests. With sweet introductions and some well-performed songs, the day was a hit, thanks to Serenade Chairman Dan Bolen and Serenade Co-chairman Matt Bleakley. 

Serenade Liaison Co-chairman Laurie Ingram, Serenade Liaison Chairman Blythe Robertson, Jewel Ball Honorary Chairman Joan Marsh, Jewel Ball Vice Chairman Holly Milledge, Gentlemen of The Jewel Ball Chairman Allison Harding, and Debutante Chairman Peggy Rooney

 

Jackie Denk, Asher Denk, and Becky Dolly

 

Kara Harmon, Charlie Harmon, and Judy Waugh

Featured in the July 22, 2023 issue of The Independent. 

Features

War Horses For Veterans – The Derby Party

War Horses for Veterans, founded by Andy and Patricia Brown, held its third annual fundraiser, The Derby Party, on May 4th. More than 400 guests watched the Kentucky Derby race…

Symphony League of Kansas City – Spring Luncheon

Lidia’s was the lovely location for the Symphony League of Kansas City’s annual Spring Luncheon on May 8th. Mandy Burditt and Trish Mayer were the co-chairmen. Nearly 60 members and…

Symphony League of Kansas City – Ball Kickoff

Symphony League members gathered at Amy Volini’s beautiful home recently to kick off preparations for the 2024 Symphony Ball, “NOVA.”Amy and Julie Sykes hosted the fun event, where Ball Chairman…

Saint Luke’s Foundation – Spirit of Philanthropy Awards

In the spirit of gratitude, Saint Luke’s Foundation hosted its Spirit of Philanthropy Awards celebration on April 18th at the 1900 Building. Being honored this year are: Philanthropists of the…