Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — March 12, 2010
Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.
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Leawood Chamber Events
2010 State of the County Address
Mar. 30, 2010, 11:00 at
Ritz Charles Overland Park,
9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $30 person or $300 for a table of 8
By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:
The Johnson County Public Policy Council and the Chairman of the Board of Johnson County Commissioners, Annabeth Surbaugh, cordially invite you to attend the 2010 State of the County Address and Luncheon on March 30th.
Check-in on March 30th will begin at 11:30 am, followed by lunch at noon and Chairman Surbaugh's Address at 12:30 pm.
The cost is $30 / person, or $300 for a table of 8. Advanced reservations and payment are required.
CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register today! By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
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 by 5pm on Monday, March 22nd. Sorry, we will not be able to refund cancellations received after the registration deadline.
— Register OnlineAfter Hours Networking AH100324
Mar. 24, 2010, 5:00 at
Ihloff Salon,
4860 West 135th Street, Leawood, 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no additional cost for Leawood Chamber Members to attend this event. Guests $10 (paid in advance) or call Chamber for guest pass.
MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:
Don't "cut" this event out of your schedule! Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us at this month's After Hours event hosted by Ihloff Salon.
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, March 22nd, by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!
2010 Legislative Breakfast Series #4
Mar. 27, 2010, 7:30 at
Ritz Charles Overland Park,
9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park, Educational 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 Julia Lynn; Representatives Dolores Furtado, Lance Kinzer, Kevin Yoder.
*Dates and speakers are subject to change.
Individual admissions are $20 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members.
CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register! By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
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, March 22nd, by 5:00 p.m. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline.
Education Session - Social Media Now CES100402
Apr. 2, 2010, 8:00 at
Town & Country Bank,
1st Floor Conference Room, 4707 W. 135th Street, Leawood, yellow 66224 — Register Online
Cost: $15 for members, $25 for 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.
MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:
Learn practical applications of social media and how you can use those applications today in this presentation by Joe Lieberman, President and Chief Strategist of SPIDERtel, Inc.
Joe has been recognized as an industry expert, actively guiding SPIDERtel and their clients through the ever-evolving maze of web marketing tactics, including social marketing opportunities.
CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register! By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
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 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 31st, so RSVP today!
Morning Mingling MM100406
Apr. 6, 2010, 8:00 at
Natural Body Spa & Shop,
4431 W. 119th Street, Leawood, 66209 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $10 (paid in advance) or call Chamber for guest pass.
"Naturally" you won't want to miss this great Morning Mingling event hosted by Natural Body Spa & Shop!
Leawood Chamber members, guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking in a relaxing environment.
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, April 2nd, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!
Leawood Community Events
Leawood Art Exhibit & Reception
Mar. 12, 2010, 5:30pm at
M&I Bank,
11301 Nall Avenue, Leawood, 66211
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=474
The Leawood Arts Council and M&I Bank will host a community event to celebrate the work of local artists. The two groups have joined together again for the fifteenth year of this popular art series. This show will feature the works of artists, Venus Auxier, Jim Hamil, Susan Hill, Belinda Riley and Rick Stone.
Venus Auxier naturally preserves botanicals to allow the viewer new and unique ways to appreciate nature. Her art is inspired by memories of running barefoot in the park, afternoon walks in the woods, or picnics by the lake. Six years ago she created “Nature’s Illumination” to share her love of nature with others. Her gardening hobby combined with her experience in book repair and preservation has proven helpful in creating her art. This self taught technique of botanical preservation results in beautiful images.
Auxier has spent most of her life in Johnson County. When Venus isn’t involved with her art she can be found at her full time job at the Johnson County Library.
Jim Hamil’s watercolors may be the most recognized paintings in the region. His prints, books and not ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Crying on Trains
Mar. 26, 2010, 8:00pm at
Oak Room of Leawood City Hall,
4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=477
The Leawood Stage Company is pleased to present a script-in-hand dramatic reading of Crying on Trains by local playwright David Hanson in the Oak Room on the lower level of Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive. Friday and Saturday performances will begin at 8:00 p.m. A Sunday matinee will begin at 2:00 pm.
Due to the success of last year’s dramatic reading of “Mary & Myra” Leawood Stage Company has chosen to continue this format annually each spring.
Crying on Trains is an exploration of issues such as Alzheimer’s, and euthanasia, facing many of us with aging loved ones. The original idea for Hanson’s script was conceived as part of the Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre’s Playwrights Intensive. It was later produced as a short one act play that met with great response at the Barn Players 6 X 10 Festival in the fall of 2008. Hanson has now expanded that script into a full length, heartfelt play that will debut with the Leawood Stage Company.
LSC will host a unique opportunity for audiences to meet playwright, David Hanson. Following the performances there will be a question and answer period with the playwright. Find ou ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
News & Announcements
Kansas Legislative Update 03-05-2010
Legislative Report for the Leawood Chamber of Commerce
For week ending March 5, 2010
From Bob Vancrum, Kansas Government Affairs Consultant
The pace of work in the committees and on the floor has slowed down a lot since the turnaround, and the budget crisis seems to get worse daily. February receipts showed the state is now down $106 million below estimates made in early November, meaning the state is now projected to be nearly $500 million short of meeting its known obligations for the 2011 fiscal year notwithstanding cuts in projected spending totaling almost $1 billion since this time last year.
On Friday, the Governor announced further actions trying to shore up the current year’s budget including taking an additional $87 million from highway spending, and deferring payments into the state retirement fund. I’m sure he would agree that neither is good policy. In his press conference the Governor said too many tax breaks had been granted in the recent past, and even said the Kansas estate and franchise tax need to be reinstated.
Other significant developments this week included:
Small Business
Sen. Sub for HB2676, which would have made significant changes in unemployment taxes and benefits to try to shore up the state’s depleted unemployment fund was debated on the Senate floor on Thursday. At the end of a long afternoon of debate and amendm ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Leawood Chamber Member Renewals - February 2010
Be sure to consider these businesses when you are shopping for goods and services.
You can learn more about these businesses by visiting the provided links, or go to http://www.leawoodchamber.org/member_directory.cfm
for a complete listing of Leawood Chamber member businesses and their contact information.
Bott Radio Network www.bottradionetwork.com
Capitol Federal Savings Bank www.capfed.com
Christ Community Church www.ccefc.org
Patricia N. Colloton, Attorney at Law www.patcolloton.com
Commerce Bank , NA www.commercebank.com
Community Foundation of Johnson County www.gkccf.org
David W. Davies
DLR Group www.dlrgroup.com
EOL Development Company www.theestatesofoldleawood.com
Firestone Complete Auto Care www.firestonecompleteautocare.com
The 10th Annual BasketBALL Gala - April 3, 2010
The 10th Annual BasketBALL for Parkinson's disease is a gala event scheduled for the Saturday night of the men's Final Four semi-final basketball games. Guests enjoy contests, interactive games, hors d'oeuvres and an open bar while watching the basketball games live on giant screen televisions. There is no better place to watch the games and to experience the feel of the game than the College Basketball Experience and National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame at the Sprint Center.
Our guests make the BasketBALL Gala the place to be on game night to see friends, have fun, and raise money for a worthy cause.
For ticket pricing and to reserve your spot to cheer on the teams in the Final Four, contact Robin Farrell at 913-341-8828.
The Parkinson Foundation of the Heartland was founded 27 years ago in Kansas City. Since its inception, the Foundation has been dedicated to raising awareness of Parkinson's disease, finding its cause and cure, and providing education and support services to patients, families, and professional care providers.
Trezo Vino Open for Lunch!
Enjoy Lunch at Trezo Vino Wine Bistro!!
Looking for a new spot for lunch? Look no further! Trezo Vino is now open for lunch Monday through Saturday from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with a delicious new lunch menu and tons of satisfying offerings!
Trezo Vino specializes in Quick Bistro Lunch options. So you’ll get an incredible meal that will still fit into your busy schedule. Stop by with business partners or friends for a mouthwatering meal!
For more information or reservations, please call 913.327.8466. Trezo Vino is located in Leawood's Park Place at 11570 Ash Street, with easy access to the parking garage.
Menorah Medical Center is One of 18 Sites in the U.S. Approved for a Clinical Trial Procedure
Menorah Medical Center is the only hospital in the Kansas City area to offer a clinical trial with Superion™ Interspinous Spacer, an investigational medical device intended to relieve chronic pain caused by moderate spinal stenosis.
“The Superion™ Interspinous Spacer belongs to a new category of treatments designed to relieve pressure on the compressed nerve roots while preserving the patient’s anatomy and ability to maintain motion,” says Harold Hess, MD, neurosurgeon at Menorah, who leads the clinical trial. Hess is among only 17 other physicians or primary investigators in the country approved for the clinical trial.
Lumbar spinal stenosis is characterized by a narrowing of the passageways in the spine that are occupied by the spinal cord and the nerve roots. “Ideal candidates for this procedure are ones that experience leg, buttock and groin pain resulting from pressure on the spinal nerve roots that can develop from walking and/or standing for long periods,” says Hess. Hess began enrolling and treating patients in January 2010 and will accept qualified patients up until June 2011.
During the procedure the spacer is implanted between the spinous processes through a tube that is approximately the diameter of a quarter. Once implanted the device can act as a support column to open the passageways through which the nerve roots travel from the lumbar spine to the legs. The w ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Get Ready For The New Arrowhead!
The Kansas City Chiefs are offering a limited number of FULL SEASON TICKETS to all Leawood Chamber members as well as their friends and family for the grand opening of The New Arrowhead in 2010.
To see all the details, visit the Chamber's Member MarketPlace at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/view_marketplace.cfm?marketitem_id=181.
Member Profile
St. Joseph Medical Center is a Joint Commission-accredited hospital served by a medical staff of approximately 700, offering a full array of acute care, outpatient and extended care services. From a 24-hour emergency department to state-of-the-art cardiovascular care, they provide a wide range of services close to home. Their commitment to quality has earned St. Joseph Medical Center the Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the nation's leading credentialing organization.
St. Joseph Medical Center
1000 Carondelet Drive
Kansas City, MO 64114
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