Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — May 29, 2009

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

12th Annual A Taste of Leawood TOL090613

Jun. 13, 2009, 7:00pm at Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Cost: Ticket Price $65 in advance, $70 at the door, if available (Ticket Price includes all applicable sales tax)

Savor the summer starting with A Taste of Leawood!!

Tempt your palate with delectable samplings from 22 area establishments along with beverages, while enjoying music from the band, Souled Out.

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Extend the fun all summer long by taking home your souvenir wine glass and a gift bag full of goodies, 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, while enjoying Leawood's finest! Make sure you invite your friends, neighbors, business associates & colleagues as well!

Attendees must be 21 to attend. This is a rain or shine event and tickets are non-refundable.

TO PURCHASE TICKETS: contact the Chamber staff at (913) 498-1514 or use the link below. Tickets may also be purchased at the Town Center Plaza Office, Hereford House Restaurant - Leawood & the Leawood Hy-Vee.

PLATINUM SPONSORS:

Brookdale Senior Living - CBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.
Firestone Complete Auto Care
M&I Bank - Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Town & Country Bank - Town Center Plaza

GOLD SPONSORS:

Bank of Blue Valley - Commerce Bank, NA
Country Club Bank, N.A. - DEMDACO, Inc.
Discover Vision Centers - Hoefer Wysocki Architects, LLC
Kansas City Power & Light - Menorah Medical Center
The Jewish Community Center - Saint Luke's South

SILVER SPONSORS:

Clawson Benefit Concepts - IRONHORSE Golf Club
Sun Publications

SOUVENIR GLASS SPONSORS:

The Mission Bank and Valley View Bank

— Register Online

Professional Edge Series-Protect your home computer PE090603

Jun. 3, 2009, 7:30am at KU Edwards Campus, Regnier Hall, 12600 Quivira Road, Overland Park, 66213 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event; however, reservations are required.

Joe Lorino, Director, KU Edwards Campus Information Technology

If you own a home computer...this is a must attend event. This talk will instill a healthy dose of fear about the ways your home computer is vulnerable to unwanted guests and provide suggestions for protection.

Coffee and pastries will be provided at 7:30 a.m. by the Bank of Blue Valley.

The reservation deadline for this event is Friday, May 29th by 5:00 pm. Use the link below and make your reservation today!

Ribbon Cutting - Monarch Plastic Surgery RC090611

Jun. 11, 2009, 4:30pm at Monarch Plastic Surgery and Skin Rejuvenation Center, 4801 W. 135th Street, Leawood, 66224
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us in welcoming Monarch Plastic Surgery as a new member of the Leawood Chamber with a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate their Grand Opening on Thursday, June 11th. Mayor Dunn will assist us in cutting the ribbon at 4:30 pm. Their Grand Opening festivities will follow from 5:30 - 8:00 pm.

Founded in 1995, Monarch Plastic Surgery and Skin Rejuvenation Center provides a broad range of cosmetic and reconstructive surgical services as well as skin care products and treatments for anti-aging and overall beauty and wellness.

After Hours Networking AH090624

Jun. 24, 2009, 5:00pm at IRONHORSE Golf Club, 15400 Mission Rd., Leawood, 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no additional cost for Leawood Chamber Members to attend this event. Guests $10 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass.

A little "birdie" told us you need to "swing" by "FORE" some great Leawood Chamber networking at IRONHORSE Golf Course!!

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

Registration deadline is Monday, June 22nd by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

Leawood Community Events

Gymnastics Camp

Jun. 1, 2009, 8:30am at Blue Valley Recreation Activity Center, 6545 W. 151st St., Overland Park, 66223
Cost: Call for registration and cost infomation. Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

Become a part of this body-swinging gymnastics adventure! Join the BVRC gymnastics staff for the 2009 Gymnastics Camp. No other activity prepares the body for physical activities better than gymnastics. Strengthen your body and create great friendships.

Includes work on vault, balance beam, floor exercise, games, videos, trampoline and more! Additional session held same dates, from 1-4:30pm.

Tunes on Tuesdays

Jun. 2, 2009, 6:00pm at Park Place, 117th & Nall, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Barb Matt – info@destinationparkplace.com 913-381-2229
Cost: free to the public Weblink: http://www.parkplaceleawood.com

Every Tuesday from 6-8 pm in June, July, and August, listen to live music from great local musicians and spend the evening at Park Place!

For a list of performers, please visit http://www.parkplaceleawood.com.

Prairie Book Club

Jun. 3, 2009, 9:30am at Historic Oxford Schoolhouse, 147th & Mission Road, Ironwoods Park, Leawood, 66224
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: Contact April Bishop via email or phone for event cost. Weblink: http://www.leawood.org

An old-time schoolteacher will read chapters from "Little Farm in the Ozarks" every Wednesday morning in June and July. Each reading will include a related activity, craft or game.

For children ages 5 - 10.

Dino O'Dell Concert

Jun. 4, 2009, 9:30am at Ironwoods Amphitheater in Ironwoods Park, 147th & Mission Road, Leawood, 66224
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/

Dino O'Dell will have the kids moving and dancing to the music!

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets!

The Early Stage Term Sheet Workshop

Jun. 4, 2009, 11:00am at Enterprise Center of Johnson County, 8527 Bluejacket Street, Lenexa, 66214
Contact: Meredith Hauber – mhauber@ecjc.com 913-438-2282
Cost: See web link for event cost. Weblink: http://www.ecjc.com/s/656/index.aspx?sid=656&gid=1&pgid=502&cid=1066&ecid=1066&crid=0&calpgid=265&calcid=947

Term sheets are an important tool for companies seeking angel funds or venture capital funds. Yet they are often written in arcane or obscure language. What’s “Anti-Dilution” and what effect does it have? In point of fact, the difference between “full ratchet” and weighted average Anti-Dilution can mean millions of dollars to the founders. That’s real money.

Please join us for a lively discussion of Term Sheets. Learn how to navigate term sheet provisions, and, more specifically, how key deal terms protect and impact the entrepreneur. Topics include: key deal points, how to negotiate to the satisfaction of both parties, and what terms and conditions are commonly used by angel investors in funding early stage ventures.

The workshop will be presented by Mitch Woolery. He is a partner with Kutak Rock LLP, a national law firm. He has 21 years experience in representing entrepreneurs and investors in early stage, growth and mature companies. Mr. Woolery has a law degree from the University of Missouri – Columbia (with honors) and graduated from the University of Chicago (with honors).

News & Announcements

Kathy Howell named CEO of Saint Luke’s South

Kathy A. Howell has been appointed CEO of Saint Luke’s South in Overland Park, effective immediately. She assumes the role vacated by Julie Quirin, who became CEO of Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City in December.

Howell has served as vice president and chief nursing officer at Saint Luke’s South since 2001 and additionally as Saint Luke’s Health System vice president of women’s and children’s services since 2005. She holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Marymount College and a master’s in business administration from Northern Illinois University.

“Kathy has been instrumental in developing several new clinical programs at Saint Luke’s South and has helped Saint Luke’s South earn numerous awards and honors, including for top performance in several clinical and patient satisfaction areas,” said G. Richard Hastings, president and CEO of Saint Luke’s Health System. “We’re happy to have her continued leadership and energy at the helm of Saint Luke’s South.”

2009 Annual Sizzlin’ Summer Book Sale

The economy may be tight, but the prices at this sale are just right! The Johnson County Library will hold the 2009 Annual Sizzlin' Summer Used Book Sale in cooperation with Friends of the Library at Metcalf South Shopping Center, 9635 Metcalf, Overland Park, Kan., in early June. This will provide a great opportunity to stock up on gently used books and audiovisual materials for all ages and interests at bargain prices.

Sale dates and hours will be:
Wednesday, June 10, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Thursday, June 11, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, June 12, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, June 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

A "Friends of Library Member Only" Preview Sale will be held on Tuesday, June 9, from 6-9 p.m. which requires a current Friends of the Library membership card that may be purchased at the sale or at the Friends Used book stores located at Antioch and Blue Valley Neighborhood Libraries.

According to Marsha Bennett, Community Relations Coordinator for Johnson County Library, this is the 21st year for the Library’s popular annual summer used book sale. Last year the annual sale set an all time record with more than $78,000.00 in sales.

"There is a huge selection of materials again this year including thousands of books on tape," Bennett stated. "There is definitely something for every age and interest.  We estimate there will be approximately 100,000 items."

According to Bennett this is a great ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Comfort Plus Shoes Ribbon Cutting

On April 24th Comfort Plus Shoes celebrated the grand opening of its new location with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Mayor Dunn and members of the Leawood Chamber were on hand for the festivities.

Comfort Plus Shoes is a leading innovator and provider of "doctor recommended" shoes and foot care products. Be sure to visit them at their new location in the Camelot Court shopping center.

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Pictured L to R:  Caryn Clements (CrossPoint Bank): Kevin Jeffries (Leawood Chamber); Jim Williams (First National Bank); Luis Altoro (Comfort Plus Shoes); Ruth Gold (Comfort Plus Shoes); Mayor Peggy Dunn (City of Leawood); Annette Spreer-Raschke (Queue Marketing Communications); Vincent Haworth (First National Bank); and Sheril Herman (American Companion Care).

Lights, Camera, Action!

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 4:00 - 7:00 P.M. Join Grand Court Overland Park for a Star-Studded Evening as they celebrate 21 years of excellence!

Take home an 8x10 photo of you on the red carpet. Live music, hors d’oeuvres, door prizes and tours. Dressing as your favorite movie star is optional.

R.S.V.P. by June 15 to (913) 345-9339

Independent Living Exceptional Experiences Every Day

Grand Court Overland Park
6101 West 119th Street
Overland Park, Kansas 66209

Ready for some football? Looking for great specials?

You'll get a KICK out of seeing this week's Member MarketPlace specials!

Find out how you can give back to the community AND get a great deal for yourself!!

Just visit http://www.leawoodchamber.org/marketplace.cfm to check out the latest MarketPlace specials.

Want to add a special? Submit your offer online at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/submit_marketplace.cfm.

Don't miss the Pony Up for Children Horse Show

Christian Family Services is so excited about the upcoming horse show at Mark Alford’s Lone Star Ranch 9920 E. 137th Kansas City, MO.  You know Mark.  He is the morning news anchor for Fox 4 along with Loren Halifax.  The Pony Up For Children event presented by the ranch and Pony Express Horse Shows will bring the best of Kansas City and the surrounding community together to show off their stuff in 29 different classes.  You can show, sponsor, or just watch this once in a lifetime event.  If you have never been to a horse show, give us a try.  If you have, come again.  It promises to be great fun! 

The show will be from 1:00 P.M. until closing on Sunday, June 7, 2009.  For more information and event cost, call 913-383-3337. 

Learn more about the horse show and the Pony Express Horse Show Circuit at http://www.pehsc.net.

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