Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — June 26, 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, Bob Kolich from the Kansas Small Business Development Center at Johnson County Community College (JCCC KSBDC) will be our speaker at this month's membership breakfast. He will talk about the services KSBDC has to offer and discuss the ARC loan program that the SBA recently announced.

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!

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, 14859 W. 95th Street, Lenexa, 66215 — 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!

Ribbon Cutting - Capitol Federal Savings Bank RC090715

Jul. 15, 2009, 8:30am at Capitol Federal Savings Bank - State Line Branch, 13100 State Line Road, Leawood, 66209
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Capitol Federal Savings Bank proudly celebrates more than 100 years of service to customers and communities. Join us in celebrating the grand opening of their new location in the Village of Seville shopping center located at 131st and State Line Road.

We will welcome this new Chamber member into the Leawood community by cutting the ribbon at 9:00 am.

After Hours Networking AH090722

Jul. 22, 2009, 5:00pm at Park Place Gallery, (Located in the Park Place Development), 11560 Ash Street, Leawood, 66211 — 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.

The July After Hours is a real "work of ART", so "pencil" in the date! "Picture" lots of great networking at this event hosted by Park Place Gallery.

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to "color their world with ART". Attendees will receive a great coupon offer from the Gallery, along with food, beverages, and a"draw"ing for great door prizes.

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

Leawood Community Events

"Jazz It Up" Summer Concert Series at One Nineteen

Jun. 27, 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.

Pink Party at Jp Wine Bar

Jun. 27, 2009, 2:00pm at Jp Wine Bar - 119 Shopping Center, 4311 W. 119th Street, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Thomas Goerdel – thomas@jpwinebar.com 979.324.4496
Cost: Call or email for event cost. Weblink: http://www.jpwinebar.com

Enjoy a great selection of sparkling and Rosé wines as well as light appetizers at Jp Wine Bar … All while benefiting the Susan G. Komen Foundation!

Invite your friends, wear pink, and enjoy the patio for this fun-filled charity event. Reservations are limited - Please call Laura or Thomas @ 913.345.9444 to RSVP.

Stop! Police Dog- Will Attack!

Jun. 27, 2009, 12:00pm at Petland Pet Store (In the Target Shopping Center), 7911 W. 151st Street, Overland Park,
Contact: Petland Pet Store – 913-402-4583

A free demonstration of K-9 attack and Seek-and-Find techniques is scheduled to be held outside of the Petland Pet Store located at 7911 W. 151st Street in Overland Park, Kansas (In the Target Shopping Center).This event is a fundraising effort sponsored by Petland owners Janice, Thomas and Aaron Roffman. During the outdoor demonstration, which begins at noon, guests may donate money that will be used to send Officer Callahan (Kansas City Police Department) and his canine partner, Max to training at the National Police Canine Association (NPCA) in Newcastle, Delaware.

On June 27th, Officer Callahan and Max will be demonstrating training procedures and display attack  simulations on full body attack suits. Max will also perform seek-and-find substance search and discovery operations for entertainment purposes. The free event is family friendly and no reservation or donation is required.

Petland of Overland Park currently sponsors three Kansas City Officers and their canine partners;   supplying all products necessary for proper nutrition to the animals. Items include food, treats, toys and health products. Additionally, Petland raises ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Kids Triathlon

Jun. 28, 2009, 7:00am at Jewish Community Center, 5801 W. 115th Street, Overland Park, 66211
Contact: Erika Aanestad – erikaa@jewishkc.org 913-327-8010
Cost: See web site for event cost. Weblink: http://www.jcckc.org/index.php?src=gendocs&ref=YouthTriathlon&category=youth_programs

The fourth annual Jewish Community Center Kids Triathlon provides Kansas City youth with a fitness goal while making athletics fun and keeping health top of mind for local parents.

This year’s event is Sunday, June 28, at 7:00 a.m. at the Center, 5801 W. 115th St., Overland Park, Kan. A swimming, biking and running competition, the event is open to youth between the ages of 6 and 17. Both veteran and first-time participants are encouraged to take part.

Kids 6 to 10 swim 100 yards, bike 3 miles and run 1 mile. Kids 11 to 14 swim 200 yards, bike 5 miles and run 1.5 miles. An elite category for teens ages 15 to 17 allows them to swim 300 meters, bike 6.5 miles and run 2.2 miles.

Every participant receives a T-shirt and a medal for participating. Trophies will be awarded to age-group winners. Participants can compete individually or as part of a two- or three-person team.

Air National Guard Band Concert

Jun. 28, 2009, 7:00pm at Ironwoods Park, 147th and Mission, Leawood, 66224
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=424

This concert band will perform a variety of music ranging from patriotic pieces, Broadway show tunes, marches and standard band literature. Big band music and contemporary jazz standards will be performed by the Jazz Band.

Their mission is to develop and maintain a positive relationship with the local community, to augment local recruiting efforts, and to provide appropriate music for military functions with its assigned area. The group comprised of traditional guardsman, drills once a month and has two weeks of annual active duty training a year.

The Air National Guard Band of the Central States has proudly represented the Missouri Air National Guard for more than 50 years. The Band, established in 1947 is attached to the 131st Fighter Wing located at Lambert International Airport in St. Louis, Missouri. Under the command of Captain John Arata, the 35-member unit consists of a concert band, jazz ensemble, jazz/rock combo, brass quintet and a marching band.

The Band performs throughout the United States including Alaska and Hawaii. They have performed in Utah at the Mormon Tabernacle and toured Ecuador, South America. Highlights for the group include a July 4t ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Organic Farmers Market at One Nineteen

Jun. 29, 2009, 3:00pm 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 a unique selection of fresh, organic fruits and vegetables along with herbs and fresh-cut flowers. Seasonal offerings will also be available.

The organic farmers market will take place at One Nineteen every Monday and Wednesday through September 30 from 3-7pm.

Tunes on Tuesdays

Jun. 30, 2009, 6:00pm at Park Place, 117th & Nall, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Barb Matt – bmatt@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.

Summer Wine Class at Jp Wine Bar

Jul. 1, 2009, 7:00pm at Jp Wine Bar - 119 Shopping Center, 4311 W. 119th Street, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Thomas Goerdel – thomas@jpwinebar.com 979.324.4496
Cost: Call or email for registration and event cost information. Weblink: http://www.jpwinebar.com

If you’re ready to get serious about wine knowledge, Jp Wine Bar in Leawood is offering a 10 WEEK SUMMER COURSE that will explore grape varietals, major wine regions, wine vocabulary, and much more. Enjoy 9 wine samples each class.

Jp Wine Bar 's General Manager, Thomas Goerdel, will be teaching the class. He is a certified sommelier with over 20 years restaurant experience and has a master’s degree in education. Join him every Wednesday at 7:00 PM starting July 1st for the most enjoyable class you’ll ever sit through. Come early for dinner and stay for the class.

City of Leawood's 4th of July Celebration

Jul. 4, 2009, 5:00pm at Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd., Leawood, 66211
Contact: Cody Kennedy – codyk@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x201
Cost: FREE General Admission! Wrist bands for children 14 and under - See web site for cost. Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=425

The Leawood Parks and Recreation Department is proud of the excitement and tradition that the annual 4th of July Celebration brings to the community. Leawood City Park will be the site for a variety of new and traditional family festivities on July 4th. Enjoy great entertainment, participate in games, and taste a variety of food from vendors.

The Aquatic Center will be open from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Kids activities and food vendors will take place from 5:00 - 9:30 p.m. Stage show events will be 5:45-7:00 pm and the musical entertainment will be provided by the Mikey Needleman Band from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9:45 p.m.

General Admission is free. All Access Ride/Activity Bands (for children 14 and under) will be available. No Parking will be available in City Park. Free parking will be provided along the east side Tomahawk Creek Parkway and shuttle busses will be available for transportation to City Park at no cost. For more information call Cody Kennedy at (913) 339-6700 ext. 201.

News & Announcements

Thank you 2009 "A Taste of Leawood" Volunteers!

We would like to extend a big "THANK YOU" to all the volunteers who helped us prepare for this year's "A Taste of Leawood" event.  Your help is invaluable. The Chamber appreciates your willingness to take time out of your busy schedules to help us host our biggest event of the year!

Gift Bag Volunteers:

Kate Allen - Blue Valley Educational Foundation
Bev Aranki
Joseph Aranki - The Mayer Group, Inc.
Deb Bliss - Country Club Bank, N.A.
Irene Brennan - Natural Body Spa and Shop
Andrea Breon - Gaslight Grill 
Lisa Bunce - Kansas Gas Service                                           
Jim Cogswell - City of Leawood-Police
Rose Dalen - The Grand Court Overland Park
Colton Fasone
Lynne Fleenor - aloft Leawood
Ed Foley - University of Kansas-Edwards Campus
Patrick Inman - 810 Zone
Kat Jaimes
Nick Jaimes
Betsey Mooney - aloft Leawood
Mark Naster - Heartland Habitat for Humanity  
B ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

More $pectacular Summer $avings!

Be sure to check out the Member MarketPlace this week - You're sure to be all a TWITTER!!

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.

May 2009 Member Orientation Class Photo

On May 29th, Chamber staff, representatives from the Board, representatives from the Ambassador Committee, 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. Nelson Family Dentistry sponsored the morning's event. Breakfast, coffee and conversation were enjoyed by all!

Front Row, Pictured L to R:  Allison Ray (Citizen's Bank & Trust); Dr. Lindsey Jaccard (Jaccard Chiropractic); Laura Moore (Jp Wine Bar); Dee Mayer (The Mayer Group, Inc.); Susie Hassler (The Forum at Overland Park); Laura Wynn (GoFoodoogle.com AKA My Food Nation); and David Dwyer (Ameriprise Financial).

Back Row, Pictured L to R:  Joseph Aranki (The Mayer Group, Inc.); Cory Barash (EIP Corp.); Jerry Rich (Christ Community Church); Jami Campbell (Deffenbaugh Disposal Service); Craig Fisch (Waddell & Reed); Bill Eckert (Strategic Financial Partners); Shelly Do ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Sullivan's Steakhouse SUNDAY BRUNCH!

Sullivan's Steakhouse invites you to join them for their Sunday Brunch.

Serving everything from their feature Filet Mignon Eggs Benedict to French Toast. All entrees are served with a complimentary Sticky Bun & Fruit, a choice of starter, and a dessert buffet.

Click here to view Bunch menu.

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