Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — January 8, 2010

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

Mayor's State of the City Address GOV100114

Jan. 14, 2010, 11:30 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, Admin 66221
Cost: $32 for members, $42 for non-members. Prepayment is required. By clicking on the "Register Online" link, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

Don't miss the chance to hear Leawood Mayor Peggy Dunn address accomplishments, issues and concerns facing our Leawood community. Join your neighbors and members of the Leawood Chamber of Commerce as we present the 9th Annual Mayor's State of the City Address and Luncheon.

Seating is limited, so make your reservation today. Individual admissions are $32 for Chamber members and $42 for non-members.

CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register!

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The reservation deadline for this event is Monday, January 11th by 5:00 p.m. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline.

— Register Online

After Hours Networking AH100120

Jan. 20, 2010, 5:00 at Bonefish Grill, 5021 W. 135th Street, Leawood, Pending 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no additional cost for Leawood Chamber Members to attend this event. Guests $10 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us at our After Hours event.

Chamber members use the link below to register today!

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

Registration deadline is Monday, January 18th, by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

2010 Legislative Breakfast Series

Jan. 23, 2010, 7:30 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park, Chamber 66221 — Register Online

The Johnson County Public Policy Council, which is comprised of nine Johnson County area chambers and the Greater KC Chamber of Commerce, sponsors the annual Legislative Breakfast Series to enhance the communication and exchange of information between the business community and the Johnson County state legislative delegation. Legislators will offer legislative updates and discuss issues. Breakfast is served promptly at 7:30 a.m. Casual attire is recommended.

Featured Senators and Representatives: Senator Karin Brownlee; Representatives Lisa Benlon, Ray Merrick, Jill Quigley and Arlen Siegfreid

*Dates and speakers are subject to change.

Individual admissions are $20 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members. The discounted Chamber member package price for all five breakfasts is $95 when paid by noon on January 19.

CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register!

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The reservation deadline for this event is Tuesday, January 19th by 12:00 p.m. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline.

Morning Mingling MM100202

Feb. 2, 2010, 8:00 at Shawnee Mission Medical Center, 9100 W. 74th Street, Shawnee Mission, Missouri 66204 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $10 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

Find out why Shawnee Mission Medical Center provides "Much more than medicine" at this month's Morning Mingling!

Leawood Chamber members, guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking and breakfast treats.

Chamber members use the link below to register today!

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The registration deadline for this event is Friday, January 29th, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

Leawood Community Events

Center Winter Warm-Up

Jan. 10, 2010, 11:00am at Jewish Community Center, 5801 W. 115th Street, Overland Park, 66223
Contact: Lauren Goldman – laureng@jewishkc.org 9133278094
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.jcckc.org

Free and open to the public!

It’s that time of year again, the temperature outside may be cold but The Center is warming up. The Center’s 3rd annual Center Winter Warm Up is being held on January 10, 2010. Here’s some of what to expect at The Center for the day:

* Meet Sluggerrr 
* Kansas Cosmosphere
* BodyJam, BodyAttack & Body Flow New Music Launch
* Meet Dynamo, the Kansas City Wizards mascot
* Youth Fitness Zone Wall Climbing & Contest
* Racquetball tournament 
* Free health screenings 
* Carnival games 
* Face painting 
* Chair massages 
* Basketball Shoot-Out Competition
* Kinesis Demo and Class
* Water aerobics 
* Register to win a Kansas City Wizards VIP Experience 
* Bayer's Making Science Make Sense program will bring two amazing science experiments for hands on fun! Sticky Icky will create a kind of silly putty and Blue & White will show how oxygen affects color changes. Scientists Sara Leibowitz and David Eigenberg will bring their science kits.

Core Advocates Executive Briefing - Results

Jan. 12, 2010, 11:00am at Bonefish Grill in Leawood, 5021 W 135th St, Leawood, 66224
Contact: Shawn Kinkade – skinkade@aspirekc.com 913-660-9400
Cost: See web site for event cost. Weblink: http://coreadvocates01122010.eventbrite.com/?ref=ebtn

Are your Goals working for you?

Or is lack of definition working against you? Many businesses & professionals don’t realize they are losing business by not clearly defining their Expected Results. There’s a better way to grow your business – and defining your Expected Results is a critical part of making that work!

Come to the Core Advocate Executive Briefing on January 12th to learn how defining your Results affects your business and learn about Core Advocate’s proven system for converting connections and networks into a new business pipeline.

During lunch, enjoy networking with key business professionals and learn how to start managing your Results.
Featuring:

David Wilke – VP Small Business Banking Commerce Bank
“Expected Results for 2010 – Defining your Game Plan!”

And
Shawn Kinkade – President- Aspire Business Development, affiliate partner of Core Advocates
“Reputation, Resources and Relationships – Generating Results!”

Sign Up Today!

J. Hathaway Shoe Boutique Grand Opening

Jan. 16, 2010, 10:00am at J. Hathaway Shoe Boutique, 11531 Ash Street (Park Place), Leawood, 66211
Contact: J. Hathaway Shoe Boutique – 913-451-7463
Weblink: http://www.hathawayshoe.com/Events.html

Add Sophistication and Style to your shoe wardrobe with the service and style found only at J. Hathaway Shoe Boutique.

Join J. Hathaway Shoe Boutique for their Grand Opening Celebration on January 16th sponsored by HerLife Magazine!  The fun starts at 10am and continues until 8pm with prizes, giveaways, and swag bags, and discounts all day!  Stop by for giveaways and goodies from Aestheticare, Cupcake A La Mode, Trezo Vino, and Flowers by Emily.  For more information, call 913.451.7463 or visit http://www.hathawayshoe.com.

News & Announcements

Pete's Pest Control Introduces New Greener and Safer Pest Control Program

Pete's Pest Control introduces new Greener and Safer 'Inside-Outside Program' for Home Pest Control. 

Inside/Outside relies on two cutting-edge “undetectable” control products: Phantom® on the inside, and Termidor® on the outside of your home. Together, they form an incredibly versatile, comprehensive pest control tandem that finally gives homeowners a cost-effective, greener and safer way to protect their property and families for less than the cost of traditional pest control services.

For more information, contact Pete at 913-378-8979 or email him at petethebugguy@live.com. Pete's Pest Control is offering discounted pricing for this new 'Inside-Outside Program' - You won't want to miss this special, so visit the Chamber's Member MarketPlace to view all the details, http://www.leawoodchamber.org/view_marketplace.cfm?marketitem_id=164

Massage Heights Leawood Awarded International Franchisee of the Year

Massage Heights in Leawood was honored by the Massage Heights Corporatiion as Franchisees Of The Year. The gravity of this award is measured by the large number of Retreats (78) across the U.S. and Canada plus the fact that 2009 was Massage Heights Leawood's first full year of existence.

They feel their success is always linked to their guests and the experience they have at the Retreat. Their staff of Massage Therapists and Lifestyle Consultants are extremely attentive to every need of their guests, and the result has been the steady growth of their membership base of nearly 800.

Massage Heights in Leawood invites you to come in and visit their location. You'll see the impact they can make on your overall wellness through relaxing, therapeutic massage.

Snow Days at Yia Yia's

The weather might be cold and snowy, but Yia Yia's is warm and cozy!

Be sure to take advantage of their SNOW DAY special! Anytime it snows over 2" be sure to visit Yia Yia's for a great deal! Visit the Chamber's Member MarketPlace at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/view_marketplace.cfm?marketitem_id=166 to get all the details.

With a special like this, you won't mind a little snow!

Yia Yia's Euro Bistro
4701 119th Street
Leawood, KS 66211
913-345-1111

Theo Felts, MD, joins Town Plaza Family Practice

Theo Felts, MD, a board-certified family medicine physician has joined Town Plaza Family Practice and the medical staff of Menorah Medical Center. Dr. Felts will provide comprehensive care at Town Plaza’s new after-hours clinic. The clinic, open evenings and weekends, was established to deliver experienced, board-certified quality care for Johnson County residents when they need it after hours.

Dr. Felts brings 15 years of primary and urgent care experience to the new clinic. He has practiced at urgent care centers throughout the Kansas City area and has specific clinical expertise in wellness and health maintenance, procedures and minor surgery. He received his medical degree from the University Of Kansas School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Trinity Lutheran Hospital. Dr. Felts is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Missouri/Kansas Academy of Family
Physicians and is licensed by the Kansas Board of Healing Arts.

Town Plaza Family Practice provides medical services for the entire family, from expectant mothers and infants to children and teens to adults and seniors. The practice accepts all major insurance plans and offers same and next day appointments. The new after-hours clinic, staffed by Dr. Felts, is open from 5 to 9 p.m. week-days, and 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays, and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Walk-in patients are welcome. For more information, please call 913-345-6950 or visit Heartland Habitat for Humanity