Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — July 2, 2010

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

Membership Luncheon - Customer WinFluence®

Jul. 20, 2010, 11:30 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, Special Events 66221
Cost: $22 members, $32 non members (paid in advance).

University of Kansas Professor, Dr. Dennis Rosen, will be presenting Customer WinFluence® -- how to make small changes in interaction with customers to improve perception of service and affect the bottom line. With a Ph.D. in psychology and over 20 years of both academic and industry experience, Dr. Rosen has the background to improve customer service and sales.

Understanding what is happening in your customer’s mind can be the key to improving your sales, customer service and your bottom-line results. Changing your thinking is also important. For example, are sales and service opposites or do they work together? Is it better for your business to view customer service as a goal or as a system? And how can one really meet the needs of customers to increase sales? Dr. Dennis Rosen will answer these questions and many more to improve your sales and customer service.

For more information on Dr. Rosen, visit his web site at http://www.winfluencesolutions.com.

CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register today! By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, July 15th by 5:00 pm. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds after the reservation deadline.

— Register Online

KU Edwards Campus Professional Edge Series

Jul. 7, 2010, 8:00 at KU Edwards Campus, Regnier Hall Auditorium, 12600 Quivira Rd., Overland Park, Government Affairs 66213
Cost: FREE and open to the public. Please RSVP online or by calling (913) 897-8413.

Speaker: Dr. Marilu Goodyear - chair, KU Department of Public Administration

Managing your career is an important aspect of overall personal happiness. Reaching out for advice and counsel from others is a way of understanding how well our perceptions about ourselves matches reality. How can I reach out effectively? How do I know whether someone will be a good mentor? These are a few of the questions that will be addressed in this presentation.

*Pastries and coffee provided at 7:30 a.m.

Please visit web site to register online at edwardscampus.ku.edu/community/professional_edge.shtml or contact Ed Foley at (913) 897-8413 or efoley1@ku.edu.

Presenting sponsor: Burns & McDonnell

Morning Mingling

Jul. 13, 2010, 8:00 at Midwest Cancer Care at Menorah Medical Center, Medical Building Two - Second Floor, 12140 Nall Avenue, Suite 200, Overland Park, 66209 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $10 (paid in advance) or call the Chamber office for guest pass at 913-498-1514. MEMBERS use the link below to register:

Visit a place where their goal is to help achieve the best outcomes for cancer patients, while taking advantage of the best networking in town! See for yourself why Midwest Cancer Care at Menorah Medical Center is more that just a new building.

Leawood Chamber members, guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us on July 13th for coffee, breakfast treats and to make new business connections.

Chamber members use the link below to register today!

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an
email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The registration deadline for this event is Friday, July 9th, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

Leawood Young Professionals After Hours Networking

Jul. 14, 2010, 5:00 at Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd., Overland Park, EDC 66211 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost for to attend this event. Leawood Chamber Members and Guests are invited. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

This "get-together" is one that you will not want to miss, hosted by the Overland Park Convention Center!

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!

CHAMBER members may use the link below to register today. NON-MEMBERS are invited to contact the Chamber office at 913-498-1514, or send an
email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org to register for this event.

Register today!! Registration deadline is Monday, July 12 by 5:00 pm!

Chamber Ed- Networking for New Business

Jul. 23, 2010, 8:00 at American Academy of Family Physicians, Multi-purpose Room, 11400 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Leawood, red — Register Online
Cost: $15 for members, $25 for non-members (paid in advance). By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

During this 90 minute education session you will:

~Be introduced to the concept of Biz Development Leverage
~Learn the value of recruiting Key Advocates
~Discover the value of Small Talk
~Receive tips on vital Soft Skills
~Affirm you ability to be referred by others
~Receive multiple handouts to reinforce and review learning

Presented by Brad Hirni.

CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register! By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The reservation deadline for this event is 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21st. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline.

Leawood Community Events

Farmers Market

Jul. 3, 2010, 8:00am at Blue Valley Recreation Complex, 9701 W. 137th St., (east fields parking lot), Overland Park, 66221
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org/page/market.php

Held rain or shine every Saturday through October 16th!

High-quality vendors offer fruits, vegetables, honey and more. All produce grown within 125 miles of Overland Park.

Somerset Ridge Debuts New Summer Wine!

Jul. 3, 2010, 11:00am at Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery, 29725 Somerset Road, Somerset, 66071
Contact: Cindy Reynolds – creynolds@somersetridge.com 963-8145
Weblink: http://www.somersetridge.com

You're invited to celebrate the holiday weekend with your friends at Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery!

They will be open 11 am - 5 pm on Saturday, July 3rd and 12 noon - 5 pm on Sunday, July 4th. 

Somerset Ridge will be releasing their new summer wine!  Enjoy live music on the veranda both days and wine tastings are free!  Tour the vineyard, taste their full range of wines from dry to semi-sweet to dessert wines. 

Check out http://www.somersetridge.com/ for additional details.

 

4th of July at Los Cabos

Jul. 4, 2010, 6:00pm at Los Cabos, 10551 Mission Road, Leawood, 66206

It’s not just the scene – it’s the scenery at Los Cabos.

Join the fun at the best patio in Leawood - at Los Cabos in Mission Farms just off 435 & Mission Road - for the best view of the Fireworks this 4th of July! (presented by The City of Leawood and the Leawood Parks and Recreation Department)

The show starts at 9:45pm, so get there early to enjoy some fresh Mexican cuisine and tasty margaritas on their amazing patio with fire pits and multiple lounge areas that overlook a pond.

Parking is free, and lawn chairs are welcome in the grassy area by the pond.

City of Leawood's 4th of July Celebration

Jul. 4, 2010, 5:00pm at Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd., Leawood, 66206
Contact: Cody Kennedy – codyk@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x201
Cost: FREE General Admission and an "all activity" wristbands for children 14 and under will be available for purchase. (See web site for details.) Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=523

The City of Leawood and the Leawood Parks and Recreation Department will proudly present the annual 4th of July Celebration, rich in tradtion and community spirit, on Sunday the 4th. Leawood City Park, located at 10601 Lee Boulevard, will be the site for a variety of new and traditional family festivities. Enjoy some great entertainment, participate in games, and sample a variety of food from local vendors.

The Aquatic Center will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Kids activities and food vendors will be available from 5:00 - 9:30 p.m. Stage show events will be from 5:45 to 7:00 pm and the musical entertainment will be provided by Cherry Bomb from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Fireworks will begin at 9:45 p.m.

General Admission is free with “all access” ride/activity bands (for children 14 and under) available for purchase. No parking will be available in City Park but free parking, with shuttle bus transportation to the park, will be provided in the west losts along Tomahawk Creek Parkway at no cost. For more information contact Cody Kennedy at (913) 339-6700 ext. 201.

Marillac's Enchanted Evening Kick-Off Party

Jul. 8, 2010, 5:30pm at 810 Zone on the Plaza, 4686 Broadway, Kansas City, 64112
Contact: Abby Van Ness – abby.vanness@marillac.org 816-508-3309
Cost: Please see web site for cost details. Each guest is asked to bring a donation or gift for auction. All donations will benefit the children of Marillac through our Enchanted Evening gala in late November. Weblink: http://www.marillac.org/events

Although summer heat is still in full force, planning is already underway for Marillac’s late-November gala, Enchanted Evening.

Marillac, a local children’s not-for-profit, kicks off its event preparation with a fun Enchanted Evening Kick-Off Party on Thursday, July 8, 2010, at 810 Zone on the Plaza. They welcome all Kansas Citians to be a part of Enchanted Evening planning.

Kick-Off Party guests, who will enjoy complimentary cocktails and appetizers, are asked to bring a monetary donation or gift for the auction to the event at 810 Zone. All donations will be used to benefit the children of Marillac through live and silent auctions at the Enchanted Evening gala on November 19, 2010. Please visit the web site at http://www.marillac.org/events for event cost and details.

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Children of Eden

Jul. 9, 2010, 7:30pm at United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, 13720 Roe, Leawood, 66224
Contact: Jeanne Ackermann – jeanne.ackermann@cor.org 913-544-0750
Cost: See web site for event cost. Weblink: https://www.cor.org/boxoffice

CHILDREN OF EDEN

The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection and The Culture House are combining efforts to produce a spectacular production of Stephen Schwartz’s “Children of Eden”. Stephen Schwartz, most currently of Wicked fame, is the composer behind this beautiful score.

Based on the characters and situations from the Biblical characters in the book of Genesis, Schwartz has written a completely new story around the study of the deep and complex relationship between a parent and their children. Set in familiar settings, the Garden of Eden and Noah’s Ark, Schwartz examines the consequences of authority, growing up and finding maturity.

Performances will be held at Church of the Resurrection July 9-11. Evening performances are at 7:30 pm and the matinee is at 1:00 pm Saturday, July 10. General Admission tickets are available online. Also, tickets will be available on weekends after all worship services starting June 26. See www.cor.org/boxoffice or call 913-544-0767 for additional information.

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News & Announcements

Leawood Chamber Office Closed for Independence Day

The Chamber office will be closed on Monday, July 5th, in observance of Independence Day and will reopen on Tuesday, July 6th at 8:30 a.m.

In case of an emergency, please call 913-645-8237.

Have a safe, fun holiday!!

Jos. A. Bank Now Offering Tux Rental!

Need to rent a tux? Come to Jos. A. Bank for any of your special occasions. You know them for quality business and casual wear. But now you can choose an elegant tuxedo designed with an impeccable fit from Jos. A. Bank. Their remarkable tuxedos and formal wear collection will allow you to look brilliant at any black tie affair.

Stop by Jos. A. Bank and their knowledgeable staff will be happy to assist you with your formal wear needs.

Jos. A. Bank
Hawthorne Plaza
4909 West 119th Street
Overland Park, Kansas 66209
913-491-4445

New Leawood Chamber Member Honored by Ingram's Magazine

New Leawood Chamber Member, Roger Ward, of Marathon Moving & Delivery, was recently honored as one of Ingram's Magazine's "20 In Their Twenties" for 2010!

Visit the Ingram's website at http://www.ingramsonline.com to view Roger's profile and read more about this group of entrepreneurial go-getters!

Congratulations, Roger!

Summer Specials at Yia Yia's

Happy Summertime! Yia Yia's invites to to stop by their incredible patio and enjoy some fabulous summer specials!

To get the full menu of exciting drink specials and happy hour menu options, visit the Chamber's Member MarketPlace at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/view_marketplace.cfm?marketitem_id=204

Come see your friends at Yia Yia's!

Yia Yia's
4701 119th Street 
Overland Park, KS 66209
913-345-1111

Crème de la Crème - Gains Accreditation Once Again

Crème de la Crème School hosted a Quality Assurance Review visit on May 10, 2010, and received their North Central Association / AdvancED accreditation for another five-year term!

This process engages the entire school community in a continuous process of self-evaluation, reflection, and improvement. It invites external scrutiny and welcomes the constructive feedback of peers. It demands rigor, is based in data, and approaches documentation of results with discipline. Schools and districts benefit from accreditation through objective peer review, attainment of high standards, and engagement in continuous improvement. Through accreditation, schools and districts receive an external mark of quality; become part of an international network of 23,000 schools and districts in 65 countries; and gain access to a wide range of resources, professional development, and tools to assist them with continuous improvement. Perhaps more importantly, students benefit from accreditation because, through the accreditation process, their school or district has committed to raising student performance and will be held accountable for improving student learning on a continual basis.

Dr. Nancy Bolz, director of Kansas NCA, stated that “Crème de la Crème School is to be commended for choosing to engage in a process that increases the quality of education for their students beyond the compliance of the state’s required Quality Performance Accre ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Take One of SMMC’s Free, Online Health-Risk Assessments

Take time for yourself today and complete one of Shawnee Mission Medical Center's FREE online health-risk assessments to see if you’re at risk for heart disease, a stroke, or a sleep disorder.

If deemed at risk, you will qualify for a free consultation with one of Shawnee Mission Medical Center's clinicians. Visit http://www.shawneemission.org/health-services/healthaware-tell-me-my-risk.html to complete one of the assessments today.

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