Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — March 14, 2008
Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.
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Leawood Chamber Events
Chamber Night at the NAIA Basketball Tournament
Mar. 24, 2008, 4:30pm at
Municipal Auditorium Exhibition Hall,
301 W 13th St (North Entrance 13th & Central), Kansas City, 64105
Contact: Chamber Office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514
Cost: $15 each, includes admission
Join members from over 20 area Chambers from across the KC Metro for a fun-filled Business After Hours: Chamber shoot-out, tasty hors d oeuvres from area restaurants, great networking and exciting basketball!
4:30-5:30 p.m. Social Hour
5:30-6:00 p.m. Program/Chamber Shoot-out
6:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. Game Times
$15 Admission Includes:
- A ticket to both semi-final games
- Great food compliments of KC area restaurants
- Free non-alcoholic beverages (cash bar)
- Entertainment: Chamber shoot-out
- $5 of each pre-paid ticket is donated back to your participating chamber.
Ticket purchase deadline is Wednesday, March 19th, so use the link below and get your tickets today!.
— Register Online2008 State of the County Address
Apr. 8, 2008, 11:30am at
Ritz Charles Overland Park,
9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $30/ person or $300 for a table of 8
The Johnson County Public Policy Council and the Chairman of the Board of Johnson County Commissioners, Annabeth Surbaugh, cordially invite you to attend the 2008 State of the County Address and Luncheon.
The cost is $30 / person, or $300 for a table of 8. Advanced reservations and payment are required. The reservation deadline for this event is by 5pm on Monday, March 31st. Refunds will not be made on cancellations received after registration deadline.
Check-in on April 8th will begin at 11:30 am, followed by lunch at noon and Chairman Surbaugh's Address at 12:30 pm.
— Register Online2008 Legislative Breakfast Series
Mar. 22, 2008, 7:30am at
Ritz Charles Overland Park,
9000 West 137th Street, Overland Park,
The Leawood Chamber of Commerce and the Johnson County Public Policy Council sponsor the Legislative Breakfast Series to enhance the communication and exchange of information between the business community and the Johnson County state legislative delegation. Legislators will be on hand to discuss issues and offer the most current legislative updates. All meetings are at the Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 West 137th Street. Casual attire is requested. Breakfast is served promptly at 7:30 a.m.
Speaking: Senator Karin Brownlee
Representatives Jill Quigley, Gene Rardin, Kay Wolf, and Kevin Yoder
The Legislative Breakfast Series is a prepaid event. Reservations must be made in advance. The reservation deadline is the Wednesday preceding each breakfast.
$20 - Single breakfast for Chamber members
$25 - Single breakfast for non-members
$85 - Discount package price for Chamber members for all five breakfasts ($15 savings)
Call 913-491-3600 for reservations and additional information.
You may also download and submit the following reservation form:
www.leawoodchamber.org/Downloadable%20files/2008LegislativeBreakfastSeries.pdf
Dates and speakers are subject to change.
After Hours Networking
Mar. 26, 2008, 5:00pm at
Overland Park Place,
6555 W. 75th St., Overland Park, 66204 — Register Online
Cost: There is no additional cost for Leawood Chamber Members to attend this event. There may be a nominal charge for guests to attend.
Celebrate Spring with Overland Park Place!
Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking, hosted by Overland Park Place.
Along with networking, enjoy great hors d'oeuvres by Chef Paul Andre and some great door prizes!
The registration deadline for this event is Monday, March 24th, so use the link below to make your reservation today!
Leawood Community Events
Love in the Land of Dementia Presentation
Mar. 18, 2008, 6:00pm at
Alterra Clare Bridge of Leawood,
12724 Stateline Rd., Leawood, 66209
Contact: Gigi Mateo, RN, BSN – gmateo@ehh-inc.com 913-384-2273
Cost: none Weblink: http://www.ehh-inc.com OR http://www.integralcare.com
Essential Home Health & Hospice, Inc., co-hosted by Alterra Clare Bridge of Leawood presents this inspirational story that offers insight and hope to families, friends and caregivers.
Deborah Shouse, Author, of "Love in the Land of Dementia", & Ron Zoglin, Professional Storyteller, gives an inspirational presentation dealing with complex issues of loss, change, flexibility and acceptance. A representative from Alzheimer's Association will also be in attendance.
Snacks and refreshments provided. Limited seating is available. Reserve your seats by calling (913) 384-2273.
Procurement Conference Hosted by Congressman Moore
Mar. 26, 2008 at
Regnier Center,
Johnson county Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park,
Contact: Cynthia Wendt – 913-383-2013
Congressman Dennis Moore will host a procurement conference, to give local businesses the knowledge on how to compete for Federal, State, and local government contracts. Attendees will also get the chance to meet representatives of various governmental agencies.
This event is being planned in cooperation with the Heartland Procurement Technical Assistance Center, the Johnson county Community College Small Business Development Center, and the Kansas Women's Business Center.
"My Plate is Too Full!"
Mar. 27, 2008, 7:30am at
Kauffman Conference Center,
4801 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, 64110
Contact: Joyce Esteban – joyce@foundationonaging.org 913-236-8700
Cost: Limited Seating; registration required for this FREE event.
This meeting will be addressing the Needs of Employees with Aging Relatives.
Attend this FREE breakfast meeting to discover solutions to support your caregiving employees and realize a positive return on that investment.
News & Announcements
Corporate Team-Building Opportunity
Paint Glaze & Fire Ceramics & Coffeehouse is offering a great opportunity for local corporations. Host your next team-building event at their location and receive the many benefits, while enjoying their creative environment!
Some of the benefits to your team include: improving morale and spirit, building camaraderie, enhancing communication, unleashing creativity, reducing stress, and increasing productivity.
Leawood Chamber Members can also receive specials for their next corporate team-building event.
Call 913.661.CLAY or visit their website at http://www.paintglazeandfire.com/ for pricing information or to book your next event!
Sushi House Olathe Grand Opening
Sushi House Olathe is now open, located on 119th between Pflum and Blackbob.
The Olathe location is open for lunch and dinner, featuring the same menu as the Leawood location, with a few new touches added.
Both locations also have High Definition Satellite for watching all the great March Madness games.
Whether your nearest location is in Olathe or Leawood, Sushi House hopes to see you soon!
The Chamber Welcomes Its Newest Members
Kansas City Business Journal
1100 Main Street, Ste. 210
Kansas City, MO 64105
Ph: (816) 421-5900 Fax: (816) 472-4010
kbarthol@bizjournals.com http://www.kansascity.bizjournals.com/
Business Category: Newspapers
The Kansas City Business Journal provides breaking business news, sales leads and analysis through our Print edition, web site and Daily updates.
Leawood Office Business Center
4745 W. 136th Street
Leawood, KS 66224
Ph: (913) 402-6000 Fax: (913) 402-6001
kevin@leawoodoffice.com http://www.leawoodoffice.com/
Business Category: Executive Suites / Real Estate-Commercial & Industrial
Leawood Office Business Center is the premier officing facility in the Kansas City area. We offer turn-key offices ranging from 75 to 700 square feet, as ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Missouri Department of Transportation Construction
It's time to start planning alternate routes across the Missouri River again. This month the Missouri Department of Transportation begins survey work along I-29/I-35 as part of its $245 million kcICON "interstate connections" project. Construction work will begin in April with ramp closures and detours.
The three-year project will upgrade I-29/I-35 to six lanes just north of the Route 210/Armour Road interchange to Independence Avenue. An additional southbound lane will be built from the northeast corner of the Central Business District loop to Oak Street. Numerous ramps will be rebuilt and several interchanges reconfigured. A cable-stayed bridge expandable to eight lanes and capable of accommodating a future bicycle/pedestrian facility will also be built just east of the existing Paseo Bridge.
Commuters are encouraged to use detour routes during construction. Visit http://www.kcicon.com/ for more information on construction progress or finding alternate routes.
Swim Quik is Now Hiring
Swim Quik is accepting applications for both summer seasonal and year-round positions. Must be motivated, dependable, and enjoy working with people.
Duties include helping customers, assisting with floor displays and completing opening and/or closing tasks. Retail or customer service experience preferred. Fun environment and great discounts.
For more information, contact Kelly Bietka at swimquik1@aol.com, or by calling 913-649-8456.
Member Profile
Grace Gardens Retirement Community
Is it your desire to have maintenance-free independent living, with lawn sprinkler systems and security alarms, where there is no snow to shovel or lawns to mow, and where you have the ability to lock the door when you travel with no worry about your residence?
Or, do you or your loved ones need assisted-living arrangements where the apartments can be rented month-to-month and care is provided including three nutritious meals a day; assistance with medications, eating, transportation, housekeeping, etc?
Grace Gardens provides relaxed, graceful retirement living for everyone!
Grace Gardens, a small community nestled among Leawood’s finest residential neighborhoods, provides unparalleled independent living, assisted living & memory care. Pleasantly situated on 13 acres of lush green space, residents have the freedom & comfort to enjoy life fully.
For more information, visit their web site at www.gracegardenscommunity.com, or call 913-685-4800.
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