Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — November 4, 2011

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

General Membership Luncheon & Debut

Nov. 8, 2011, 11:15am at Ritz Charles Overland Park, Inc., Salon A (West Side), 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $25 members, $35 non members (paid in advance).

By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

Register by clicking on the link below:

Our speaker will be Ken Henton, AIA, LEED AP of Hoefer Wysocki Architects. Ken will be discussing plans for the new Justice Center which is going through the planning process and subject to some modifications until it is approved by the Leawood City Council. Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members come and enjoy some of the area's best networking while enjoying news about our new Justice Center and a great meal.

Ken Henton, AIA, LEED is a principal with Hoefer Wysocki Architects and is currently leading the design team for the new Leawood Justice Center. Since earning his degree from Kansas State University, Ken has spent the last 25 years designing and leading project teams to the successful completion of facilities for city administration, public safety, healthcare and corporate headquarters. Ken's project experience includes more than 30 police stations, fire stations and city halls around the Kansas City area, as well as multiple facilities across the country for federal agencies such as the FBI, DEA, DHS and EPA.

In addition, our newest Chamber members will be presented in our quarterly "Chamber Debut". Attendees will receive a description from each business that has joined the Leawood Chamber in the past 90 days.

Chamber Members: As an added benefit, members will receive via email a spreadsheet with contact information of all the other member attendees at the event. This is another way we're working to make sure the Leawood Chamber is a great networking resource for Chamber members.

Use the Register Online link below and sign up today!

If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.

By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

Don't miss this informative program and the chance to make new business connections! The reservation deadline for this event is Friday, November 4th, by 5:00 pm!

— Register Online

KU Edwards Campus Professional Edge Series

Nov. 10, 2011, 08:00am at KU Edwards Campus, Regnier Hall Auditorium, 12610 Quivira Rd., Overland Park, 66213
Cost: FREE and open to the public. Please RSVP online or by calling (913) 897-8413.

Speaker: Len Rodman, President & CEO of Black & Veatch presents Strategic Leadership Competencies - Leadership Symposium

Mr. Rodman will share how an evolving and innovative strategy, grounded in a clear mission, vision and set of core values leads to strong relationships, a culture of collaboration and the creation of shareholder value.
Session Two: Company Panel - Three leading KC area companies will share how they successfully utilized strategic leadership competencies to grow and develop their leaders or business. The panel will also field all questions.

*Pastries and coffee provided at 7:30 a.m.

Please visit the Web site to register online or contact Ed Foley at (913) 897-8413.

Presenting Sponsor: Burns & McDonnell

Ribbon Cutting - Bare Esthetics Medical Spa

Nov. 10, 2011, 04:30pm at Bare Esthetics Medical Spa, 5337 W. 151st St., Leawood, 66224
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us in celebrating the arrival of Bare Esthetics Medical Spa to the Leawood Community with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

We will be celebrating their new offices in Leawood. The ribbon cutting ceremony with City Council Member Julie Cain will start at 4:30 PM. Don't miss this exciting event!!

To learn more about Bare Esthetics Medical Spa, visit their web site at www.bareestheticsmedicalspa.com

After Hours Networking

Nov. 16, 2011, 05:00pm at 801 Chophouse, 11616 Ash St., Leawood, 66211 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

Come join us at for the November After Hours and check out one of our newest Chamber members!

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

Use the link below to register today!

If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.

Registration deadline is Monday, November 14, by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

Leawood Community Events

New Red Onion Jazz Babies Concert

Nov. 6, 2011, 6:00pm at Lodge at Ironwoods Park, 14701 Mission Road, Leawood, 66224
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.leawood.org

Leawood Arts Council presents a free jazz concert with New Red Onion Jazz Babies.

Holiday Ladies Night Out

Nov. 8, 2011, 6:00pm at ARTichokes, 10557 Mission Road, Leawood, 66206
Contact: Laurie – laurie@artichokeskc.com 913-322-9481
Cost: $5 at the door Weblink: http://www.artichokeskc.com

It's our annual Holiday Ladies Night Out! Doors will open at 6pm. $5 admission at the door. Holiday treats, sparkling drinks and creative gifts from over 30 local artists! Join us for the fun!

Holiday Boutique and Marillac's Enchanted Forest

Nov. 10, 2011, 9:00am at Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd, Overland Park, 66211
Contact: Sally Borel – sally.borel@marillac.org 816-508-3308
Cost: Holiday Boutique $10.00, Enchanted Forest FREE Weblink: http://www.marillac.org/Enchanted-Forest

More than 150 companies will offer the latest in holiday fashion, jewelry, accessories, décor, food beverages, seasonal services and entertainment. This event is in conjunction with Marillac’s Enchanted Forest where beautifully decorated trees and wreaths will be on display and auctioned off in a silent auction with all proceeds going to directly support Marillac’s compassionate mental health care programs for children.

Kansas City Symphony Petting Zoo

Nov. 10, 2011, 5:30pm at KU Edwards Campus, 12600 Quivira Rd., Overland Park, 66213
Contact: Christine Hartigan – chartiga@ku.edu 913-897-8400
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.edwardscampus.ku.edu/events

Stop by anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. as children will be allowed to feel and play instruments from all families (strings, winds, brass and percussion). Due to construction on the Edwards Campus, please enter campus from 125th Street and park in one of the North parking lots. Enter the Regents Center building and from there you will be directed to the event, which takes place in Regnier Hall.

Mom & Son Prom

Nov. 11, 2011, 7:00pm at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 W. 137th St., Overland Park,
Cost: Per couple: $45 for BVSD residents, $56 for non-residents. Additional sons: $20/each.

Boys in Grades K-5 and their moms are invited to put on their dancing shoes and ritzy attire for a fun evening. A DJ plays Top 40 hits as guests enjoy dancing and refreshments. Includes a keepsake portrait and a rose for mom. Pre-registration required by 11/4.

Holiday Shopping Extravaganza

Nov. 12, 2011, 9:00am at Lenexa Christian Center, 18750 W. 87th St., (West of 87th & I-435), Lenexa, 66219
Contact: Megan Zinn-Sanchez – mzinnsanchez@safehome-ks.org 913-378-1517
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://bit.ly/phuCwc

Holiday Shopping Extravaganza

Saturday, November 12

9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Lenexa Christian Center
18750 W. 87th St. Lenexa, KS 66219 (West of 87th & I-435)

More than 25 vendors, door prizes & drawings. SAFEHOME will receive 100% of the proceeds from the drawing and a portion of vendor sales

THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

Robotic Revolution in Women's Care

Nov. 15, 2011, 6:30pm at Shawnee Mission Outpatient Pavilion, 23401 Prairie Star Parkway, Lenexa, 66227
Contact: Ask A Nurse – 913-676-7777
Cost: Free

Please join us for a discussion on the advantages of robotic surgery for common women's health issues (e.g., hysterectomy, fibroids, endometriosis).

News & Announcements

Look to Avenues Bistro for all your Thanksgiving Plans!

Thanksgiving Dinner will be served in the Restaurant from 11am - 6pm on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 4th. Reservations are recommended.

Please call Avenues Bistro's at 913-381-5678 and ask for Meghan Scott, the General Manager or you can email Meghan at leawood@avenuesbistro.com.

Click HERE to view their Thanksgiving In-House Menu.

Click HERE to view their Thanksgiving On-the-Go Menu.

The Roasterie Café Named Among America's Coolest Coffeehouses

According to Travel + Leisure, Leawood Chamber member The Roasterie is one of "America's Coolest Coffeehouses."

Here is what travel magazine had to say about The Roasterie:

Easygoing midwesterners can get serious about their java. The Roasterie, a sunny gas station–turned–coffee shop in the Brookside neighborhood, air-roasts its coffee beans rather than drum-roasting them. A stream of heated air is blown around the beans, toasting them evenly and whisking away the chaff, or skin, of the bean. The resulting small-batch coffee tastes pleasantly acidic and, well, coffee-ish. Pay the slight up-charge to get a cup brewed by the shop’s Clover machine (obtained before Starbucks bought the manufacturer and stopped selling them), and you’ll taste why Goliath wanted to take away David’s powerful slingshot.

Local Knowledge: Pick up some Roasterie Coffee Barbeque Sauce, two serious Kansas City passions united in one bottle. —Ann Shields

Source:
http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/americas-coolest-coffeehouses/26

... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Blue Valley Board of Education Votes to Move Forward with 2012 Bond Election

On Monday, October 31st, during a special Board meeting, the Blue Valley Board of Education unanimously voted 7-0 to move forward with a $271,285,031 bond election.

Registered voters in the Blue Valley School District will have the opportunity to vote in a January mail-in ballot election that will provide Blue Valley students with technology replacements and upgrades, provide for re-investment in the district's facilities, and provide for school safety improvements.

“After careful consideration and looking at the current and future needs, the Board of Education is pleased to support bringing a bond election to the Blue Valley community,” said Sue Matson, Blue Valley Board of Education president. “We are very fortunate to have a community that has historically supported bond elections and understands the value of a high quality education.”

The district will host three community open houses about the bond election in January. Information about the proposed bond is available on the district’s website at www.bluevalleyk12.org/bond.

Free Flu Shots!

An important service is available for members of ExclusiveMD, your fellow Leawood Chamber member and healthcare partner. Free flu shots!

It's that time of year and employers want to make sure there workforce stays healthy and at work through out this season. Another issue? How about costs? Have your healthcare costs been on the rise? What do your employees expect and then receive with regards to healthcare treatment? Want to save costs while experiencing a greater level and quality of care?

Thanks,
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913.980.1342

Tallulahbelle's Opens in Leawood

TallulahBelle's Gallery is about showcasing and selling unique and beautiful art -one of a kind handcrafted pieces such as jewelry, scarves, handbags and belts, as well as adornments for the home, created by artists from around the world.

Store hours:
M - Sat. 10 AM - 6:00 PM

Grand Opening:
November 11 from 10 AM - 8:00 PM & November 12 from 10AM - 6:00 PM

TVIP Wine Tasting Event at Trezo Vino

Each month we select new white & red "Wines of the Month". The second Tuesday of each month will feature a white & red wine flight paired with a food tasting flight. Seating at 6:15pm & 7:45pm.

$25.00 per person (sales tax and gratuity not included)

Villa Ventura Receives CARF Accreditation

CARF, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, announced that Villa Ventura’s Assisted Living Community in South Kansas City has been accredited for a period of three years. An organization receiving a Three-Year Accreditation has put itself through a rigorous peer review process and has demonstrated to a team of surveyors during an on-site visit that its programs and services are of the highest quality, measurable, and accountable.

"We know we do an excellent job at Villa Ventura Assisted Living Community,” said Marsha Rufener, Executive Director of Villa Ventura Senior Living Community ." CARF Accreditation tells those we serve and the community that an independent group of reviewers has verified that our services are high quality and produce positive outcomes."

For more information on Villa Ventura’s Assisted Living accredited services, please visit www.seniorstar.com or call 816-941-0525.

Member Profile

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