Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — June 1, 2007

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

Town Art Show

Jun. 15, 2007 at Town Center Plaza, 5000 W. 119th St., (Between Nall & Roe on 119th Street), Leawood, 66219
Contact: Sue Hunter – shunter1@kc.rr.com 816-444-4284
Cost: Free to public, rain or shine Weblink: http://www.townart.org

If you enjoy original art, food and music, then you will not want to miss the 9th Annual Town Art Show!

This year, the Town Art Show will display original art presented by 130 Artists who will compete against one another for thousands of dollars in prize money.  After the award process, the show will open to the public starting on Friday June 15 through Sunday June 17, when the Artists offer for sale the works presented in the competition.  The Art Show will take place at Town Center Plaza in Leawood Kansas. A food court will be provided, so visitors can enjoy food and beverages while walking the aisles.

The official hours are as follows:

Friday, June 15 - 4:00pm to 8pm
Saturday, June 16 - 10:00am to 8pm
Sunday, June 17 - 10:00am to 5:00pm

All booth and jury fees paid by the participating artists as well as all charitable contributions raised at the Show will be passed on to the benefactor; The Parkinson's Association of the Heartland.  A number of gifts donated from participating artists will be disbursed via a drawing available to all those who attend the show.  All proceeds from the drawing go to Parkinson Foundation as well.

Please contact Sue Hunter if you are interested in assisting with the Art Show or making a contribution to The Parkinson's Association of the Heartland.  For more information visit the TOWN ART web site. 

10th Annual 'A Taste of Leawood' Event

Jun. 16, 2007, 7:00pm at Leawood City Hall Courtyard, 4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Chamber Staff – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514
Cost: $65 in advance, $70 at the door(if available). Tickets also on sale @ State Line Hy-Vee & Town Center Plaza office.

'A Taste of Leawood,' one of the area's premier events, is now entering its tenth year! Enjoy a casual evening of music, spirits and culinary splendor from the area's finest establishments under the stars in the Leawood City Hall Courtyard.

The sounds of the Dan Doran Band will fill the air as patrons enjoy wines, spirits and tantalizing selections from the following: 40 Sardines, Atlanta Bread Company, Bonefish Grill, BRAVO! Cucina Italiana, Bristol Seafood Grill, Cactus Grill, Caribou Coffee, Cheeseburger In Paradise, CoCo Bolo's, Harry & David, Hereford House, Leawood Hy-Vee Catering, Let's Dish, Longhorn Steakhouse, McAlister's Deli, On the Border, Paddy O'Quigley's, Plaza III The Steakhouse, & Yahooz. Also, special thanks to Pepsi Americas.

Event attendees will also have the opportunity to enter a drawing for gift certificates from these fine establishments!

Tickets are on sale NOW at the Chamber office, State Line Hy-Vee and the Town Center Plaza office!

Only 250 tickets are still available for this event, so get your tickets early! To reserve your tickets immediately, use the link below.

You may contact the Chamber staff at (913) 498-1514 or send us an e-mail at chamber@leawoodchamber.org, if you would like more information or to purchase tickets.

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 & collegues as well!

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

Platinum Sponsors
CBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann PC - Commerce Bank
Hoefer Wysocki Architects - M&I Bank
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Town & Country Bank
Standard Beverage Corporation

Souvenir Glass Sponsor
Sunrise Assisted Living

— Register Online

Chamber Education Program

Jun. 6, 2007, 8:00am at KU Edwards Campus, Regnier Hall Room 163, 12600 Quivira Road, Overland Park, 66213
Contact: Chamber Office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event; however, reservations are required.

Expertise in managing human capital is essential to enduring organizational success. In this session, Dr. Jim Guthrie, William and Judy Docking, professors at the KU School of Business, will highlight human resource principles and practices that maximize employee and organizational effectiveness.

After Hours Networking

Jun. 27, 2007, 5:00pm at Leawood Fine Art, 11843 Roe (Camelot Court), Leawood, 66211
Contact: Chamber Office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514 — 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.

Enjoy viewing fine art and networking with Leawood Chamber members and 'future' members in a casual, business-card-friendly environment at Leawood Fine Art.

There will be great door prizes, food & beverages, and of course the area's best networking. You'll want to be sure to attend!

The reservation deadline for this event is Monday, June 25th.

Morning Mingling

Jul. 10, 2007, 8:00am at Marillac Center, 8000 W. 127th Street, Overland Park, 66213
Contact: Chamber Office – chamber@leawoodchamber.org 913-498-1514 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $5 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking and a continental-style breakfast. Attendees will also have the opportunity to win some great door prizes. The reservation deadline is July 6th.
There is no cost to attend this event.

Leawood Community Events

Friday Night Music at ARTichokes

Jun. 1, 2007, 7:00pm at ARTichokes, 10557 Mission Road, (Mission Farms), Leawood,
Contact: Jackie Warren – 913-322-9481
Weblink: http://www.artichokeskc.com

Enjoy music from singer/songwriter Ken Zans at ARTichokes this Friday.

Alice In Wonderland

Jun. 2, 2007 at Blue Valley High School, 6001 W 159th Street, Stillwell, 66085
Contact: Ashley – ashley@nationalgroove.com 913-339-6232
Cost: $12 in advance $15 at the door

DWC performs a show every other year. This year is Alice in Wonderland. There are two shows: 2 pm & 7 pm.

Special Invitation for Women Business Owners

Jun. 4, 2007, 12:00pm at ARTichokes, 10557 Mission Rd, (Mission Farms Development), Leawood,
Contact: Caroline Smith – carolinesmith@actioncoach.com 913-648-4711
Cost: This FREE event includes a light lunch and will start at noon.

Caroline Smith, certified Business Coach with ActionCOACH, is forming an exclusive group of local women business owners.....an ActionWOMEN Profit Club! 

A Profit Club is a group of business owners who come together twice a month for business education and to get feedback on their business ideas from their peers.  Come and find out more about ActionWOMEN Profit Club on Monday, June 4.  Call Caroline Smith at 913-648-4711 or email at carolinesmith@actioncoach.com to qualify and reserve a space!

News & Announcements

Two Experienced Bank Executives Join Town & Country Bank

Leawood, Kansas - Bill Ellwood, president, Town & Country Bank, announces the appointment of Greg Sims and Steve Stoskopf to the staff at Town & Country Bank, Leawood, Kansas.      

Greg Sims brings more than 22 years of banking experience to Town & Country Bank and will be the executive vice-president, chief lending officer.  Recently, Greg served as the president, CEO and chief lending officer of Western National Bank of Lenexa, Kansas, where his leadership increased the bank's financial position. Prior to joining Western National Bank, Greg served in numerous senior management banking positions here in the greater Kansas City area. Greg is an Honors Graduate from the University of Kansas, with a Degree in accounting and business administration.