Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — June 19, 2009

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

General Membership Breakfast GM 090714

Jul. 14, 2009, 7:30am at Hereford House Restaurant, 5001 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Cost: $15 members, $25 non members (paid in advance).

Continuing with the entrepreneurship theme, a representative from the Kansas Small Business Development Center at Johnson County Community College (JCCC KSBDC) will be our speaker at this month's membership breakfast.

JCCC SBDC partners with the Kauffman Foundation to recognize and create opportunities in entrepreneurship education. The organization is also a member of KCSourceLink, an entrepreneurship referral network.

The mission of the JCCC KSBDC is to increase economic prosperity in Kansas by helping entrepreneurs and small business owners start and grow their businesses through professional consulting, training, and resources. They provide counseling services, small business workshops and resource information, including free, confidential, one-on-one consulting to existing and prospective small business owners in Johnson, Wyandotte, and Miami counties in Kansas.

Join Leawood Chamber members, guests, and 'future' Chamber members for some of the area's best networking while enjoying an informative program and a great breakfast.

The reservation deadline for this event is Friday, July 10th by 5:00 pm!

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 Club!!

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!

Chamber Education Session CES090626

Jun. 26, 2009, 8:00am at Town & Country Bank, 1st floor Conference Room, 4707 West 135th Street, Leawood, 66224 — Register Online
Cost: $15 for members, $25 for non-members.

If you are a business owner who is starting to consider succession planning and/or exit options, this presentation will provide an overview of the process.

Tim Skarda, a certified M&A intermediary, and Kelly Skarda, a Certified Business Appraiser, both of Allied Business Group, Inc., will give an educational presentation for business owners, their spouses and advisors. The event will provide a rare opportunity for participants to view the exit planning process from both a business appraiser and business broker's perspective.

Topics discussed will include the process of business valuation and how owners can better understand how to increase their companies' value. The presenters will also address preparing a company for market and how to control the sale process to achieve maximum value.

CLE/CPE/CE credit for Kansas and Missouri. Attorneys may obtain one CLE credit from the Kansas and Missouri Bar Association. To do so, please RSVP at least 30 days in advance (per Kansas Bar Association). Accountants may receive one recommended CPE credit. Final approval is subject to the Kansas and Missouri Board of Accountancy.

The reservation deadline for this event is Wednesday, June 24th by 5:00 pm, so use the link below and make your reservation today!

Leawood Young Professionals After Hours Networking YP090701

Jul. 1, 2009, 5:00pm at JP Wine Bar, 4311 W. 119th Street, Leawood, 66209 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost for to attend this event. Leawood Chamber Members and Guests are invited.

Hosted by Jp Wine Bar and Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery!

The festivities will take place at Jp Wine Bar, 4311 W. 119th Street, Leawood, KS 66209

As a way to enjoy Somerset's delicious wine, hang out in J.P.'s sleek and sophisticated atmosphere, and get to know our fellow young professionals, there will be a wine tasting contest. You'll pair up with someone you don't know and put your wine knowledge to the test. Those who do well with the contest will receive prizes! It's sure to be an entertaining way to learn more about wine and meet great people!

If you are between the ages of 21 - 39 years old and wish to build your professional network and give back to the community, Leawood Young Professionals is the group for you!

Leawood Chamber members and guests are welcome! There is no cost to attend!

Register today!! Registration deadline is Friday, June 26th by 5:00 pm!

Morning Mingling MM090707

Jul. 7, 2009, 8:00am at SureWest, 9647 Lackman Road, Lenexa, 66219 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $10 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass.

Make "sure" you register to make great "connections" at the July Morning Mingling, hosted by SureWest.

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to communicate with each other while enjoying their morning pick me up. Attendees will also have the opportunity to win some great door prizes.

The registration deadline for this event is Friday, July 3rd by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

Leawood Community Events

"Jazz It Up" Summer Concert Series at One Nineteen

Jun. 20, 2009, 4:00pm at One Nineteen, 119th and Roe, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Amy Kraft – AKraft@reddevelopment.com (913) 788-3700
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.onenineteenshopping.com/promotions.asp

Enjoy the smooth summer sounds of live jazz featuring Kansas City's best jazz performers. "Jazz It Up" is a free summer concert series at One Nineteen taking place every Saturday from 4:00-6:00 p.m. throughout the summer. There will be no concert on Saturday, July 4. See web link for a complete list of performers.

Summer Financial Fitness Fair

Jun. 20, 2009, 11:00am at Independence Center Mall, 2035 Independence Center Drive, Independence, 64057
Contact: Heather Davis Richards – hrichards@essentialknowledge.com 913-262-1502
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.kansascitysaves.org/resources/events.asp

Please join Essential Knowledge for a Financial Fitness Fair presented by Kansas City Saves and Community America Credit Union on June 20th, 2009 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Independence Center Mall at 2035 E Independence Center Dr, Independence, MO 64057. This FREE event will feature experts that will address issues like budgeting, credit, mortgages, investments, and how to teach kids about money. Come and watch short presentations to help you get on track to save money and eliminate debt or to ask experts your questions!

Soaps It Up!

Jun. 20, 2009, 9:00am at CARSTAR, Metcalf, 7235 W. 162nd St., Stilwell, 66085
Contact: Abby Van Ness – abby.vanness@marillac.org 816-508-3309
Cost: See Event Web Site for event cost. All proceeds go to Marillac and Make-A-Wish. Weblink: http://www.carstar.com/Feeds/tabid/93/newsid465/31/mid/465/Default.aspx

What do you get when you combine an international auto-repair company, hundreds of non-profit agencies, and a whole lot of soap and water? The world’s largest car wash in history!

Marillac, a non-profit children’s organization in Overland Park, was selected as the local charity to partner with CARSTAR, Metcalf and the Make-A-Wish Foundation in a national car wash fundraiser on June 20. Soaps It Up! will take place at more than 200 CARSTAR locations across the U.S. and Canada.

To set the Guinness World Record for “Most Cars Washed – Multiple Locations,” CARSTAR will need to wash more than 4,000 vehicles during an eight-hour period at all of the participating locations. Local volunteers and CARSTAR staff will be on hand to wash the vehicles, as well as a Guinness World Records® official to validate the feat is successful.

Tickets can be purchased at the CARSTAR, Metcalf location or from a member of the Marillac Development Staff. Tickets will also be sold at the car wash on June 20. For more information about Soaps It Up!, visit http://www.carstar.com.

Father's Day Fishing Derby

Jun. 21, 2009, 4:30pm at Heritage Park Marina, 16050 Pflumm, Overland Park,
Cost: Call or visit website for event cost and registration info. Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

Prizes awarded for biggest fish, most fish, smallest fish and first fish caught. Held rain or shine.

Bait and refreshments provided; please bring your own tackle. Pre-registration required.

Tunes on Tuesdays

Jun. 23, 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.

Job Launch Workshop at the KU Edwards Campus

Jun. 24, 2009, 5:00pm at KU Edwards Campus, 12600 Quivira Rd., Overland Park, 66213
Contact: Ed Foley – efoley1@ku.edu 913-897-8400
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.edwardscampus.ku.edu/joblaunch

Designed specifically for new graduates seeking their first professional job, the KU Edwards Campus Job Launch Workshop is a unique opportunity to gain insight into today’s job market from some of Kansas City’s top employers.

Workshop is FREE and includes: Job Launch Panel Discussion ~ Panel discussion with representatives from iModules, Inc., Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Hallmark Cards, Inc., Eli Lilly, and Bank of Blue Valley. There will be an opportunity to learn about KU Edwards graduate programs or have your resume reviewed. Also, two Breakout Session are scheduled. There you will be able to visit and ask questions in smaller groups with key industry representatives. Industries include secondary education, information technology, consumer products, financial, health care, sales, retail/service and higher education.

RSVP at http://www.edwardscampus.ku.edu/joblaunch or call the Edwards Campus at 913-897-8400.

Mr. Stinky Feet Concert

Jun. 25, 2009, 9:30am at Ironwoods Amphitheater in Ironwoods Park, 147th & Mission Road, Leawood,
Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=420

The Leawood Arts Council will present “Grinnin’ & Groovin’” entertainment for the entire family each Thursday in June. The grand finale for this event series is a concert by local favorite, “Mr. Stinky Feet” on June 25th.

Jim Cosgrove has delighted audiences throughout North America and Europe for more than a decade, including two performances at The White House. His recordings have earned five national awards.

Cosgrove’s laid-back style and ability to connect with children, has led to parents dubbing him “Jimmy Buffett for kids”. His high-energy concerts are loaded with laughter, singing and dancing, and audience participation.

This outdoor show will be held at the Ironwoods Amphitheater in Ironwoods Park at 147th & Mission Road. The program will begin at 9:30 a.m. and end by 10:30 a.m. In the event of rain the event will be held in the Lodge at Ironwoods Park. Bring your entire family for fun-filled entertainment that will thrill children of all ages.

Come and enjoy the entertainment, stay to visit the Historic Oxford Schoolhouse or the Prairie Oak Nature Center. Leawood Library represent ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Funky Mama

Jun. 25, 2009, 1:30pm 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

She's a rockin' mom who writes and performs original, electrified rock n' roll for kids and their families. See Funky Mama perform live in Barkley Square on June 25th at 1:30 pm. Want more information about Funky Mama? Visit http://www.funkymamamusic.com.

News & Announcements

Tannahs Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening Celebration

On May 27th Tannahs celebrated their Grand Opening. The festivities began with a ribbon cutting ceremony with members of both the Olathe Chamber of Commerce and the Leawood Chamber of Commerce in attendance. A live band entertained the group into the evening.

Tannahs is open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner, on Saturdays from 4 pm to 11 pm and on Sundays from 8:30 am to 9:00 pm (Breakfast served from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm).  Make sure you stop by! 

 We welcome Tannahs to the Leawood community!

Congratulations to A Taste of Leawood's award-winning restaurants!!

On June 13th, the Leawood Chamber hosted a wonderful night under the stars! Our annual event, A Taste of Leawood, was a fabulous celebration featuring Leawood's finest restaurants.

Participants were surveyed the night of the event, and awards for Favorite Fare, Best Presentation, and Top Treat were presented.

Bonefish Grill received the Favorite Fare award, and Sullivan's Steakhouse received the Best Presentation award. Foo's Fabulous Frozen Custard received the Top Treat award, a new award category added this year.

All restaurants participating were highly praised for their delectable offerings!! Again, thanks to all 22 establishments that made the 2009 A Taste of Leawood such a delicious event!!

Park Place Gallery of Fine Art ~ EVENT NEWS!

The Park Place Gallery of Fine Art is proud to present the art of local artist, William Rose. Opening Reception and meet the artist is Friday, July 17th, 5:00PM to 9:00PM as part of the Johnson County Art Crawl.

Bill has most recently won a prestigious cover competition with his work appearing on the cover of American Artist Magazine. The national exposure led to a request to produce all artwork for a new Eastwood movie filmed in Carmel about an art prodigy who gets pulled into the world of international art forgery.

Opening reception Friday, July 17th, 5pm to 9pm. Artist Demonstration Saturday, July 18th, 11am to 3pm. Chef Silverio Pagano will be present and will be providing lite fare tastings! “A little bit of heaven, on every plate”. Show will run through August 31st. There is no cost for this event.

B2B Cookie Winner

Our B2B cookie winner for May is Barbara Helsdon with The Grand Court Overland Park! By attending a Leawood Chamber event and submitting her business card, Barbara was automatically entered into a drawing for a dozen Blue Chip Cookies, compliments of Blue Chip Cookies in Town Center Plaza.

Congratulations, Barbara!

Pictured L to R: Sheril Herman (American Companion Care); Barbara Helsdon (Grand Court Overland Park); and Leslie Fuller (Grand Court Overland Park).

More Sensational Summer Savings!

Sizzling Summer Specials have arrived!

Be sure to check out the Member MarketPlace this week - You'll find some great offers!

Visit the Member MarketPlace at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/marketplace.cfm to view the latest specials!

Do you have a great offer for our members? Be a part of the Member MarketPlace by submitting your organization's specials at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/submit_marketplace.cfm.

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