Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — December 3, 2010

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

2010 Annual Meeting - "The Spirit of Entrepreneurship"

Dec. 14, 2010, 11:30 at Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd., Overland Park, 66211
Cost: $50 for members, $60 for non-members.

By clicking on the "Register Online" link, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

Register by clicking on the link below:

Join us in celebrating "The Spirit of Entrepreneurship" at the 2010 Leawood Chamber Annual Meeting and Hall of Fame Awards luncheon.

This two hour event is open to the public and provides a way for the Chamber to connect with 300 area business and community leaders. Our scheduled guest speaker is entrepreneur Gene Bicknell.

Gene Bicknell is the founder of 5 companies: NPC International Inc., the world’s largest Pizza Hut Franchisee with 1,100 stores and 35,000 employees nationwide; Pitt Plastics, Inc., manufacturer of polyethylene can liners and other types of packaging and storage bags; National Mills, Inc., manufacturer of t-shirts and provider of other screen printing services; Zouire, national promotional apparel and supplies company; and M.S. Productions, Inc., an oil development and reserve operation. Gene also founded the O. Gene Bicknell Center for Entrepreneurship in the Pittsburg State University College of Business.

Gene Bicknell's Bio

We will also recognize our 2010 Hall of Fame Award Recipients.

Individual admissions are $50 for Chamber members and $60 for non-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.

The reservation deadline for individual tickets is Wednesday, December 8th by 5:00 pm. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after December 8th.

Event Host Sponsors:
CBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C. - Commerce Bank, N.A.
CrossFirst Bank Leawood - Mariner Weallth Advisors
Menorah Medical Center - St. Joseph Medical Center
Shawnee Mission Medical Center - Town Center Plaza

Event Patron Sponsors:
Bank of Blue Valley - Country Club Bank, N.A.
DEMDACO, Inc. - Discover Vision Centers
Kansas City Power & Light - M&I Bank
Sullivan's Steakhouse

Event Associates:
American Companion Care - Capitol Federal Savings Bank
Clawson Benefit Concepts - CoreFirst Bank & Trust
Equity Bank - Saint Luke's South
Sun Publications - UMB Bank

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Mayor's State of the City Address

Jan. 13, 2011, 11:30 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 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 www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

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 10th 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.

Sponsorship opportunities are available! Please contact Stephanie Scholfield at stephanies@leawoodchamber.org for additional information.

Use the Register Online link below and sign up today!

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

The reservation deadline for this event is Monday, January 10th by 5:00 p.m. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline.

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Morning Mingling

Dec. 7, 2010, 8:00 at Sullivan's Steakhouse, (One Nineteen), 4501 W. 119th St., Leawood, Government Affairs 66209 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

"Jazz" up your morning by attending this month's Morning Mingling event hosted by Sullivan's Steakhouse!

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

Use the link below to register today!

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

The registration deadline for this event is Friday, December 3rd, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

Ribbon Cutting - Laser Sharp Fitness

Jan. 5, 2011, 4:00 at Laser Sharp Fitness, 13420 Briar, Ste. A, Leawood, 66209
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us in welcoming Laser Sharp Fitness to the Leawood business community with a ribbon cutting ceremony. We will be celebrating the Grand Opening of their new location, so make sure you don't miss this exciting event!

To learn more about Laser Sharp Fitness, visit their web site at www.lasersharpfitness.com

Leawood Community Events

Drop N' Shop

Dec. 3, 2010, 6:30pm at Activity Center, 6545 W. 151st St., Overland Park, 66223
Cost: Call 913-685-6000 or visit web site for event cost and to register. Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

Kids ages 7-12 are kept busy while parents get some holiday shopping done! They'll enjoy water games, other activities, and a snack. Certified lifeguards will be on duty.

Breakfast with Santa

Dec. 4, 2010, 8:30am at The Lodge at Ironwoods Park, 14701 Mission Rd., Leawood, 66224
Contact: Lindsay Hart – lindsayh@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x158
Cost: Resident - $9/person, Non-resident - $11/person Registration deadline for Breakfast with Santa is November 24th. To register, please call (913) 339-6700 ext. 154. Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=564

The Leawood Parks and Recreation Department will be holding the 9th annual “Breakfast with Santa” at The Lodge at Ironwoods Park on Saturday, December 4th.

Join them for one of two sessions offered from 8:30–10:00 a.m. (Session I) or 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (Session II) for an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast, provided by the Leawood Lion’s Club.

All participants will create a holiday craft and have their picture taken with Santa. Photos will be available to print for FREE from the Leawood website shortly after the event. Pictures will not be given on site. Don’t forget to bring your wish list! The Parks and Recreation Mascot will also be on hand to greet kids and help Santa with the festivities.

While you’re at the park be sure to stop by the Oxford School House (FREE Admission) for “Holiday Traditions on the Prairie”. Learn about holiday celebrations on the plains at the turn of the century. Open from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Saturday, December 4.

Registration deadline for Breakfast with Santa is November 24th. Space is limited and the event fills quickly! To register, please call (91 ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Holiday Traditions on the Prairie

Dec. 4, 2010, 9:30am at Historic Oxford Schoolhouse, 14701 Mission Rd., Leawood, 66224
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawood.org

The Oxford School Docents will host “Holiday Traditions on the Prairie” at the Historic Oxford Schoolhouse on Saturday, December 4th from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The historic one-room Oxford Schoolhouse is located in Ironwoods Park at 147th & Mission Road, Leawood, KS.

Learn about holiday celebrations on the plains at the turn of the twentieth century. Enjoy refreshments, play games, and make crafts based on the holidays of yesteryear. Help string popcorn and cranberries. Join the costumed docents in decorating the tree and singing songs from the past.

Old-time musician Scott Klamm will play traditional American instruments including mountain dulcimer, Appalachian mouth bow, auto harp, guitar and mandolin. If you are attending Breakfast with Santa at the Lodge in Ironwoods Park, please visit the schoolhouse while you are in the park. The Prairie Oak Nature center will also hold an open house with activities on this date.

All Oxford School programs and events are coordinated through the Leawood Historic Commission and Leawood Parks & Recreation Department. The Oxford School docents encourage people of all ages to attend. Admission is free. ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Ihloff Salon Holiday Event

Dec. 4, 2010, 10:00am at Ihloff Salon, 4860 w 135th Street, Leawood, 66224
Cost: none Weblink: http://www.ihloffkc.com

Celebrate the holidays with Ihloff Salon!

On Saturday, December 4th from 10 am - 6 pm, come enjoy complimentary drinks & snacks as well as a guest Aveda makeup artist will be available to share her makeup tips & tricks. With your purchase of select Aveda gift sets you will draw for an Ihloff Salon Gift Certificate!! FREE Hand Reilef just for stopping by! Double points for our Pure Privilege members!

Holiday Open House

Dec. 8, 2010, 4:00pm at Integrity Home Care, 3675 South Noland Road, Suite 222, Independence, 64055
Contact: Mindy Stewart – mstewart@integrityhc.com 913-685-1616
Cost: Free! Weblink: http://www.integrityhc.com

Please RSVP by Monday, December 6th to Mindy Stewart at mstewart@integrityhc.com.

Integrity Home Care is a locally owned and operated, full service Home Care Agency. They look forward to seeing you at their Annual Open House - HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

SAFEHOME Holiday Store

Dec. 10, 2010, 8:00am at Call SAFEHOME For Donation Drop-off Information, Overland Park,
Contact: Michele Pfeiffer – mpfeiffer@safehome-ks.org 913-378-1512
Cost: Donation of a new holiday gift Weblink: http://www.safehome-ks.org/siteresources/data/files/holiday%20store%20brochure%2010_web.pdf

Each year SAFEHOME provides a Holiday Store for its clients. SAFEHOME collects new holiday gift items from generous individuals and businesses from the local area.

Clients of SAFEHOME are able to shop for free for their loved ones in a donated retail storefront located in central Johnson County. This is a very important program because it allows domestic violence survivors the opportunity to choose gifts for their family members when they might not have the means to do so otherwise. In 2009, gifts provided by the community through the Holiday Store benefited over 570 women and children.

If you are interested in donating or are planning a group collection for SAFEHOME's Holiday Store, please contact Michele at 913-378-1512 or mpfeiffer@safehome-ks.org.

News & Announcements

December 9th ExclusiveMD Open House

You are cordially invited to an Open House on Thursday, December 9th, from 5-8 pm in celebration of the new Medical Spa and Aesthetics Center at ExclusiveMD.

Come see their beautiful facility and learn more about non surgical cosmetic solutions. They will be having a cocktail hour as well as product demonstrations. Take this opportunity to meet the new staff and enter to win several giveaways, such as a full line of skincare products from Viver.

ExclusiveMD Medical Spa and Aesthetics Center
10521 Mission Road
Leawood, KS 66206

Cafe ROUX Now Offering Weekend Brunch

Leawood original, Cafe ROUX, is now offering brunch on weekends from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

In addition to their award-winning menu, Cafe ROUX has added a wide variety of breakfast favorites and so unique ROUX creations of their own.

Cafe ROUX
11554 Ash Street
Leawood, KS 66211
913-400-3478
http://www.thecaferoux.com

Shawnee Mission Medical Center Delivers its 100,000th Baby

Shawnee Mission Medical Center (SMMC) delivers more babies than any other hospital in the Kansas City area and delivered its 100,000th baby on November 23. The birth of Brooklyn Marie was welcomed by current and former SMMC maternity staff including retired nurse, Faye Martin, who delivered SMMC’s first baby more than 35 years ago.

The celebration of this important milestone was shared by local retailers who donated gifts for the family, including Bella Baby Photography, CommunityAmerica Credit Union, Costco, Flowerama, Nebraska Furniture Mart, Mommy & Me Boutique, Life Dynamics and Santé Image Renewal Boutique & Salon.

SMMC’s perfect blend of compassion and technical expertise makes the Special Addition Birth Center the premier destination for expectant parents. SMMC are committed to doing everything possible to make families feel at ease before, during and after each birth. Their experienced team of perinatal specialist, obstetricians, neonatologist and nurses work together to optimize the health, safety and comfort of every mother and baby.

Internist Joins St. Joseph Medical Center

Kristin Humphreys, MD, recently joined the medical staff of St. Joseph Medical Center.  She is board-certified in internal medicine.

Dr. Humphreys earned her undergraduate degree from Seton Hill College in Greensburg, Pa., and her medical degree from the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, NY.

Dr. Humphreys is practicing with Kansas City Internal Medicine on St. Joseph Medical Center’s campus.

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