Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — June 10, 2011

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

Leawood Chamber Events

A Taste of Leawood

Jun. 11, 2011, 7:00 at NEW LOCATION, Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd. (Enter from Mission Road and follow the signs), Leawood, 66206
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 2011 A Taste of Leawood Event!

Tempt your palate with delectable food and beverage samplings from the area's top establishments at one location!

Participating Restaurants:
77 South
Amore Chocolate Pizza Company
Avenues Bistro
blanc burgers + bottles
Bonefish Grill
Bravo! Cucina Italiana
Café’ Roux
California Pizza Kitchen
Foo’s Fabulous Frozen Custard
Harry and David
Hereford House
Hy-Vee - Leawood
ingredient Restaurant
La Bodega
NoRTH
On The Border
One Bite Japanese Grill
O’Neill’s Restaurant & Bar
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
The Roasterie Café
Trezo Vino Wine Bistro
Yia Yia’s Euro Bistro

Back by popular demand, the band Souled Out will be performing at this year's event.

Extend the fun all summer long by taking home your souvenir wine glass and 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 the Leawood community all while enjoying Leawood's finest! Make sure you invite your friends, neighbors, business associates, and colleagues!

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.

Tickets will be mailed for all orders placed online or by phone on or before May 29 unless we are otherwise instructed.

Tickets purchased May 30th - June 10th can be picked up at WILL CALL the evening of Saturday, June 11th. If you would like these tickets before the event, you may pick them up at the Chamber office, located at 13451 Briar, Suite 201, Leawood, KS 66209, before 5:00 p.m., Friday, June 10th. After 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 10th, tickets will no longer be available online.

Tickets (if available) will also be available the night of the event at WILL CALL.

By purchasing tickets online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

PLATINUM SPONSORS
Bank Midwest
Country Club Bank
CrossFirst Bank
Discover Vision Centers
Hoefer Wysocki Architects
Menorah Medical Center
St. Joseph Medical Center
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Sullivan's Steakhouse
Town Center Plaza

WINE GLASS SPONSOR
Town & Country Disposal

SOUVENIR GIFT BAG SPONSOR
Shawnee Mission Medical Center

Special thanks to Pepsi Beverages Company for providing the event soft drinks and water, City of Leawood Parks & Recreation, Rosehill Gardens for providing the trellis at the event entrace and plants throughout the event, Eva Reynolds Fine Arts, Inc, for the statue and Town Village Leawood for providing the shuttle.

— Register Online

Quarterly Member Briefing

Jun. 17, 2011, 8:30 at Country Club Bank - South Leawood, 2nd floor conference room, 13451 Briar, Leawood, 66209 — Register Online
Cost: Free for Chamber members

Members use the link below to register:

If you are a new representative for an existing Chamber Member or are a representative for a brand new Member, we welcome you to join us for our informative Member Briefing.

This is your chance to meet the staff, representatives from the Board, representatives from the Ambassador Committee and fellow Chamber members. Learn the history of the Chamber and ways to maximize the value of your membership. Enjoy continental breakfast, coffee and conversation!

Please bring your business cards and be prepared to introduce yourself!

Members use the link below to register today!

If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.

After Hours Networking

Jun. 22, 2011, 5:00 at The Design Connection, 14117 Fontana, Leawood, 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

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

Use the link below to register today!

If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.

Registration deadline is Monday, June 20th, by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

Ribbon Cutting - McAuley & Crandall, PA

Jun. 30, 2011, 4:00 at McAuley & Crandall, PA, 7200 West 132nd St., Suite 160, Overland Park, 66213
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us as we celebrate the new location of "McAuley & Crandall, PA " with a ribbon cutting.

The ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Dunn will start at 4:00 p.m. Don't miss this exciting event!!

To learn more about McAuley & Crandall, PA, visit their web site at www.Mccpas.com

Leawood Community Events

Farmers' Market

Jun. 11, 2011, 8:00am at 9701 W. 137th St., Overland Park, 66221
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

Fresh local products from high-quality, honest vendors. Fruits, veggies, meat, plants and more--all products from within a 125-mile radius of Overland Park.

ART ATTACK SATURDAYS - LIVE ARTIST DEMONSTRATIONS

Jun. 11, 2011, 12:00pm at LEAWOOD FINE ART, 11843 Roe, Leawood, 66062
Contact: Mia Harris – info@leawoodfineart.com 913-338-4999
Cost: FREE - CHILDREN ARE WELCOME - REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED Weblink: http://www.leawoodfineart.com

Saturdays through June 18th we are having live artist demonstrations in the gallery from 12:00 to 3:00. June 11th artist is FELICIA ROTH, who's dynamic compositions with her bold use of color and texture bring movement to her canvas's.

Children are welcome. Refreshments will be served.

Forum Fashion Show

Jun. 12, 2011, 3:00pm at The Forum at Overland Park, 3501 W. 95th Street, Overland Park, 66206
Contact: Susie Hassler – shassler@5sqc.com 913-748-1889
Cost: no cost Weblink: http://www.theforumatoverlandpark.com

Take a trip down the aisle with us as we celebrate lace, satin, tiers of tulle, and tiers of cake! Be our guest for a fashion show featuring vintage wedding gowns, and the desinger dreams of today, enjoy decadent wedding cake, and a wonderful afternoon with friends. See what wedding colors are tops in 2011, and the classic dress details that have brides saying "I do" decade after decade. "Fancy hats welcome!"

June Jubilee

Jun. 12, 2011, 5:30pm at Doubletree Hotel Corporate Woods, 10100 College Blvd., Overland Park, 66210
Contact: Kelly Willoughby – kwilloughby@safehome-ks.org 913-378-1516
Cost: $125 per ticket Weblink: http://www.safehome-ks.org

On Sunday, June 12, 2011, SAFEHOME will host its 19th Annual June Jubilee to benefit the women and children who are clients of Johnson County’s only provider of services for victims of domestic violence. The theme for this year’s event is “Dream a Little Dream” and will take place at the Doubletree Hotel Overland Park, 10100 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS from 5:30-9:30 p.m.

June Jubilee will feature a gourmet dinner, live and silent auctions, and a short program. Tickets for the event are $125 per person. Charles and Jacqueline Sullivan serve as honorary chair couple. The Sullivan’s strongly believe that every woman and child should live “in an environment free from abuse….and feel the best way for children to heal is for their mother to take herself and her children out of the path ….of their abuser.”

Mike Thompson, Chief Meteorologist, WDAF-TV/Fox 4 will serve as emcee and 99.7 the Point’s Tanna Guthrie will serve as auctioneer for this year’s event.

Major sponsors include: Mary E. Adams, M.D.; Menorah Medical Center; Overland Park Regional Medical Center; Robbie Manufacturing; Educate, ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Zumba Dance Party

Jun. 13, 2011, 5:30pm at The Athletic Club, 10440 Marty, Overland Park, 66212
Contact: Melissa Moore – mmoore@athleticclubop.com 913-383-9060
Cost: Free for members, $5 drop in fee for non-members. Party in Courtside Cafe afterwards with $6 Italian Dinner Buffet. Weblink: https://www.facebook.com/theathleticclub?ref=ts#!/event.php?eid=212605662104361

Come dance with Jake, Shavonna and Nina. Experience the energy and emotion and have a great time.

Farmers' Market

Jun. 18, 2011, 8:00am at Blue Valley Recreation Complex, 9701 W. 137th St., Overland Park, 66221
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

Come shop fresh local products from high-quality, honest vendors. Fruits, veggies, meat, plants and more--all products from within a 125-mile radius of Overland Park.

News & Announcements

The 2011-2012 "Where's That" Leawood Area Map is Now Available

Every year the Leawood Chamber of Commerce prints and distributes approximately 6,000 of the one and only Leawood area specific map.

The "Where's That" map is a perfect resource for out-of-town visitors, new residents, or anyone wanting to learn more about the vibrant Leawood community and its surrounding area.

This year's map strictly lists Leawood Chamber members only in a variety of categories. Categories include area hotels, shopping centers, day spas, restaurants, art galleries, places of worship and more.

If your business would like copies of the "Where's That" Leawood area map to display in your place of business, please contact the Chamber today by calling 913-498-1514 or emailing jamic@leawoodchamber.org.

Summer has Arrived at Panera Bread

How do you know it’s summer at Panera? The Strawberry Poppyseed & Chicken salad is back! With fresh strawberries, ripe blueberries and now even fresh pineapple, it has all the seasonal ingredients you love. Come in and try this summer favorite today.

Leawood Chamber Member Renewals - May 2011

Be sure to consider these businesses when you are shopping for goods and services.

You can learn more about these organizations by visiting the Chamber's Member Directory. There you will find a complete listing of Leawood Chamber members and their contact information.

Angel Watchers Pet Sitting Service, LLC

Avenues Bistro
http://www.avenuesbistro.com/

Batteries Plus
http://www.batteriesplus.com/

BCS Design, Inc.
http://www.bcsarchitects.com/

Centriq Training
http://www.centriq.com/

The Design Connection, Inc.
http://www.designconnectioninc.com/

Durrie Vision
http://www.durrievision.com/

Willa M Franklin, CPA, PA

Marathon Moving & Delivery LLC
http://www.greatdaymoving.com/

Harvey & Caldwell, PA
http://www.budharveycpa.com/ ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Free Web Conference, June 16, 7 pm

The non-profit National Private Duty Association (NPDA), along with Comfort Keepers Home Care of Greater Kansas City is hosting a consumer education web conference. It will provide advice on how to design and furnish a home to create a safe environment for a senior aging at home.

SpeedPro Imaging is Asking for Donations for the Joplin Humane Society

Katrina Segers with SpeedPro Imaging is asking fellow Leawood Chamber members for their help in providing much needed supplies to the close to 1,200 animals that have been displaced in Joplin, MO due to the recent tornado.

Segers is collecting donations for the Joplin Humane Society and is taking a load down on Saturday, June 25th. Donations will be accepted through Friday, June 24th and need to be dropped off at at the SpeedPro Imaging office located at 11271 Strang Line Road, in Lenexa no later than 5 p.m. Any old blankets, towels or bowls would be much appreciated. The Humane Society is also in need of flea and tick treatment for the animals, so cash donations or checks made out to Joplin Humane Society are also acceptable.

For any questions or to coordinate a special pick-up, please contact Katrina Segers at 913-498-0765, on her cell phone at 316-250-8787, or by emailing ksegers@speedpro.com.

Member Profile

LEAWOOD FINE ART

Leawood Fine Art has been one of the Kansas City areas finest art dealers for over 20 years, complete with a custom framing department. At Leawood Fine Art we specialize in original works of art, limited edition prints as well as reproductions often used in common areas of commercial spaces.

We carry local, national and international artists. Our collection includes abstract, contemporary, transitional and traditional art. We also carry unique art glass, sculptures & custom mirrors.

At Leawood Fine Art we offer our customers the finest professional and personal attention which includes in-home & office consultations, as well as professional installation. We provide the best conservation framing with thousands of fantastic mouldings to choose from.

At Leawood Fine Art we look forward to providing you with a very unique art experience.

Leawood Chamber of Commerce
13451 Briar, Suite 201, Leawood, KS 66209
Web: www.leawoodchamber.org
Email: chamber@leawoodchamber.org
Voice: 913-498-1514 Fax: 913-491-0134

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