Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — May 21, 2010
Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.
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Leawood Chamber Events
'A Taste of Leawood'
Jun. 12, 2010, 7:00 at
Leawood City Hall Courtyard,
4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, Education Committ 66211
Cost: Ticket Price $65 plus tax in advance, $70 plus tax at the door (if available). MUST BE 21 TO ATTEND!
Savor the Summer at the 2010 A Taste of Leawood Event!
Tempt your palate with delectable food and beverage samplings from 24 area establishments at one location! Back by popular demand, the band Souled Out will be performing at this year's event.
View Restaurants Scheduled to Participate
Extend the fun all summer long by taking home your souvenir wine glass and a gift bag full of treats, including valuable vouchers with savings of over $150! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to make new connections and friends within our community all while enjoying Leawood's finest! Make sure you invite your friends, neighbors, business associates, and colleagues as well!
The ticket price includes:
Enjoying extraordinary cuisine all evening long
5 drink tickets
The Souled Out Band
Complimentary soda and water
Souvenir gift bag
Souvenir wine glass
Attendees MUST BE 21 to ATTEND. This is a rain or shine event and tickets are non-refundable.
TABLE HOST SPONSORSHIPS are still available! Use this premier event as a way to say "thank you" to your best clients or employees. The sponsorship includes a reserved table with signage and 10 admissions. For additional information, contact Stephanie at 913-498-1514, ext 3.
Want to extend your evening? Check out the A Taste of Leawood package deal at Aloft Leawood!!
Click on the link below to reserve your room and A Taste of Leawood tickets. $219 price includes room and two tickets.
Aloft Leawood A Taste of Leawood Package Deal.
PLATINUM SPONSORS
Brookdale Senior Living - Grand Court, Sweet Life at Grand Court & Town Village Leawood
CBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.
Commerce Bank, NA
Menorah Medical Center
St. Joseph Medical Center
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Town & Country Bank
Town Center Plaza
GOLD SPONSORS
Bank of Blue Valley ~ Country Club Bank, N.A.
DEMDACO, Inc. ~ Discover Vision Centers
Kansas City Power & Light ~ M&I Bank
Saint Luke's South ~ Sullivan's Steakhouse
SILVER SPONSORS
American Companion Care ~ Clawson Benefit Concepts
Park Place ~ Sun Publicaitons
Souvenir Gift Bag Sponsor
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
By purchasing tickets online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
TO PURCHASE TICKETS:
— Register Online2010 Chamber Day at the Speedway
Jun. 2, 2010, 4:00 at
Kansas Speedway,
400 Speedway Blvd., Kansas City, Chamber 66111 — Register Online
Cost: $20
Network with business leaders from the Kansas City area Chambers of Commerce at Chamber Day at the Kansas Speedway, sponsored by Bank of America!
On Wednesday, June 2nd, the Kansas Speedway will once again host a metro-wide event!
• Special guest - Penske Racing driver and 2004 NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion Kurt Busch
• Get the latest information about the new Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway being built on Turn 2
• One of the largest networking events in Kansas City, with great food and door prizes
• Also, YOU might get to take a ride, during the event, in a real race car around the track at 160 mph with the Richard Petty Driving Experience!
• New Location! The event will take place in Sprint FanWalk in the infield of Kansas Speedway
• Parking will be in the infield too, not far from the event!
Tickets are $20 per person and the registration deadline is 12:00 pm on May 28th. So register today!!
NOTE: All tickets ordered the week of May 24 can be picked up at the event.
KU Edwards Campus Professional Edge Series
Jun. 2, 2010, 8:00 at
KU Edwards Campus, Regnier Hall Auditorium,
12600 Quivira Rd., Overland Park, Unconfirmed 66213
Cost: FREE and open to the public. Please RSVP online or by calling (913) 897-8413. Weblink: http://www.EdwardsCampus.KU.edu/speaker
Speaker: Rob Estell, LCSW, LSCSW
Diversity of thought - the idea of more-than-one-way - is key to understanding the potential of diversity and inclusion as an organizational resource. This workshop will explore both the value and business case for diversity in the workplace.
*Pastries and coffee provided at 7:30 a.m.
Please visit web site to register online or contact Ed Foley
at (913) 897-8413 or efoley1@ku.edu.
Presenting sponsor: Burns & McDonnell
After Hours Networking
Jun. 30, 2010, 5:00 at
Foo's Fabulous Frozen Custard,
3832 West 95th Street, Leawood, Other 66206 — Register Online
Cost: There is no additional cost for Leawood Chamber Members to attend this event. Guests $10 (paid in advance) or call the Chamber office for guest pass at 913-498-1514.
MEMBERS use the link below to register:
This is one "sweet" event that you won't want to miss, hosted by Foo's Fabulous Frozen Custard!!
Leawood Chamber members, guests, and 'future' Chamber members, "treat" yourself with some great Leawood Chamber networking.
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, June 28th, by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!
Leawood Community Events
Clara Stover at the Historic Oxford Schoolhouse
May. 22, 2010, 10:00am at
Historic Oxford Schoolhouse (Ironwoods Park),
14701 Mission Rd., Leawood, 66224
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=502
The docents of the Historic Oxford Schoolhouse will host a fun and educational program on Saturday, May 22nd beginning at 10:00 am at the Oxford Schoolhouse located in Ironwoods Park at 147th & Mission Road in Leawood, Kansas.
Clara and Russell Stover were a true American success story. They both struggled from a penniless beginning to create a chocolate empire, Russell Stover Candies. Although her husband holds the company name, it was by Clara’s tireless efforts that the company was born.
Marlene Katz has been captivating audiences with her first person portraits of women in history for over a decade. Katz has been seen throughout the Midwest at museums, libraries, societies, historic and corporate events as well as academic institutions performing her compelling portraits of women who changed history. She uses her education in speech and theatre coupled with historically-accurate narrative to educate the public. She literally becomes the historical figure, transporting the audience to another period in time offering a new perspective on events. Marlene Katz is a native of Kansas City. She taught history, English, communications, journalism and theater ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Farmers Market
May. 22, 2010, 8:00am at
Recreation Complex,
9701 W. 137th St., (east fields parking lot), Overland Park, 66221
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org/page/market.php
Held rain or shine every Saturday, May 8th - October 16th!
High-quality vendors offer fruits, vegetables, honey and more. All produce grown within 125 miles of Overland Park.
Grand Opening and Meet the Artist Day!
May. 22, 2010, 10:00am at
StickSisters Art Furnishings & Accents,
Hawthorne Plaza, 5041 W. 119th Street, Overland Park, KS, 66209
Contact: Nancy Davidson – nancy@sticksisters.com 913-952-9813
Cost: Free! Weblink: http://www.sticksisters.com
StickSisters Art Furnishings & Accents brings one of a kind, hand-made, artist’s work to Johnson County. Stop by the Grand Opening celebration to explore this great new gallery.
Gift certificate drawings held throughout the day. Meet their featured artist, Sarah Grant, founder of the Sticks Company based in Des Moines, IA.
News & Announcements
Moda Domani Celebrates Grand Opening
On April 15th, Mayor Peggy Dunn, members of the Leawood Chamber, and Moda Domani's staff gathered to celebrate the grand opening of Moda Domani's new location in Hawthorne Plaza.
The ribbon cutting event was an excellent opportunity to learn more about Moda Domani - Master tailor Anthonio Fakeri has been passionate about clothing design for thirty years. Now, we can experience Anthonio's passion for superior craftsmanship, custom fit, and quality fabrics through his new line of men's clothing.
Leawood Chamber members and Moda Domani staff look on as Leawood Mayor Peggy Dunn and Anthonio Fakeri cut the ribbon on April 15th.
March 2010 Member Orientation Class Photo
On March 10th, Chamber staff, representatives from the Board, Ambassador Committee members, and fellow Chamber members gathered for an informative Member Orientation. It was a great opportunity for our new representatives to learn more about the Chamber and how to maximize the value of Chamber membership. Asset Analysis, LLC sponsored the morning's event. Breakfast, coffee and conversation were enjoyed by all!
Front Row, Pictured L to R: Kim Decann (National Bank of Kansas City); Sharon Bellinfante (Hilton Garden Inn Overland Park); Libbey Linck (Hilton Garden Inn Overland Park); and Annie Shugart (New York Life).
Back Row, Pictured L to R: Ryan Baker (National Bank of Kansas City); Pete Weikel (Pete's Pest Control); Brian Pyle (Business Training Solutions LLC); Trevor Hobbs (Renaissance Financial); David Carnes (Menorah Medical Center); Duc Pham (SKC Communication Products, Inc.); Yogi Gupta (Paradise India); and Forrest St. Aubin (St. Aubin & Associates LLC)
Not pictured: Connie Ave ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Kansas City Chapter, AGC Honors Contractors for Top Projects
Contractor members of the Kansas City Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) were honored at the biennial Building Excellence Awards Banquet on Thursday, May 6, 2010.
Several Leawood Chamber Members were among the winners and finalists.
PROJECT OF THE YEAR BY A GENERAL CONTRACTOR
(OVER $25 MILLION):
BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNER:
Turner Construction Company
Kansas City Chiefs Training Facility
Kansas City, Missouri
BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARD FINALIST:
JE Dunn Construction Company
Independence Events Center
Independence, Missouri
BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARD FINALIST:
JE Dunn Construction Company
JE Dunn Construction Company Corporate Headquarters
Kansas City, Missouri
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PROJECT OF THE YEAR BY A GENERAL CONTRACTOR
($5 TO $10 MILLION):
BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNER:
Turner Construction Company
Downtown Olathe Parking Garage
Olathe, Kansas
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PROJECT OF THE YEAR BY A GENERAL CONTRACTOR
($1 TO $5 MILLION):
BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNER:
Rau Construction Company
Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity
Lawrence, Kansas
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PROJECT OF THE YEAR BY A GENERAL CONTRACTOR
(UN ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Hillcrest Transitional Housing of Kansas Seeks Volunteers
Hillcrest Transitional Housing of Kansas is a program that moves homeless families to self sufficiency. Families receive fully furnished apartments and live there free for 90 days while they go through an intensive program on how to become and remain self-sufficient. Ninety-five percent of families that complete the program become self-sufficient.
Hillcrest is currently in a capital campaign and renovating 31 units to increase the number of families they serve. To help with that effort, Hillcrest is seeking volunteers to assist with Administrative Assistant duties at their KCK counseling center.
Volunteers would donate one day a week to answering questions about the program, giving tours, doing data entry, and organizing all things Hillcrest.
Interested parties should email Becky Poitras at bpoitras@hillcrestkc.org or call 816-694-7849.
Harry & David Hosts Wedding Planning Event May 30th
Harry & David is hosting a Wedding Planning Event on Sunday, May 30th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at their Town Center Plaza location.
Harry & David invited neighboring merchants to join them for this special event allowing attendees the chance to visit with all and learn what each vendor has to offer to help you prepare for your big day!
There will be gifts for all who attend the event and there will also be a drawing for a deluxe gift basket! Each person attending will also recieve a mystery coupon that can be used for purchases made that evening.
To register for this event, please stop by Harry & David or call 913-498-0277.
Harry & David
5244 W. 119th Street
(Town Center Plaza)
Leawood, Kansas 66209
Live Music at Tannahs!
Join Tannahs every Friday and Saturday this summer from 8 to 11 pm for their Summer Live Music series!
Tannahs will feature different bands each week, so please check their website for the schedule and band biographies!
Tannahs
5041 W. 135th Street
Leawood, Kansas 66224
913-681-2255
Member Profile
“Where the experience is meant to be shared.”
At Trezo Vino Wine Bistro you'll find delicious food, fine wine, and great cocktails. They offer over 100 wines by the bottle, an extensive by the glass list as well as a full bar featuring Specialty Martinis and other Original Libations. Experience decadent appetizers, sharable plates to enjoy with your family and friends, full entree plates, salads, soups, flatbreads, and irresistible desserts. All of the items are made from scratch and prepared in the exhibition kitchen which invites the guests to interact with the chef and watch the delectable food being prepared.
Located in the heart of Park Place, Trezo Vino invites you to stop by - You're sure to enjoy their beautiful restaurant and delightful patio!
Trezo Vino Wine Bistro
11570 Ash Street (Park Place)
Leawood, Kansas 66211
913-327-8466
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