Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — July 23, 2010

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

After Hours Networking

Jul. 28, 2010, 5:00 at Terrace on the Green, 5341 W. 151st Terrace, Leawood, Community Event-member 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

"Come Experience the Terrace" at this month's After Hours event, hosted by Terrace on the Green!

Leawood Chamber members, guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking, while enjoying the view of IRONHORSE Golf Course.

Use the link below to register today!

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

Registration deadline is Monday, July 26th, by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

Morning Mingling

Aug. 3, 2010, 8:00 at Sunlight Day Spa / Sunlighten, 7373 W. 107th Street, Overland Park, Ambassadors Comm. 66212 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

Start your morning off right - Stop by this month's Morning Mingling and enjoy the relaxed and sunny atmosphere at Sunlight Day Spa / Sunlighten!

Leawood Chamber members, guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking.

Use the link below to register today!

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

The registration deadline for this event is Friday, July 30th, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

Leawood Young Professionals After Hours Networking

Aug. 4, 2010, 5:00 at Blue Moose Leawood, 5317 W. 151st Street, Leawood, Board of Director 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost for to attend this event. Leawood Chamber Members and Guests are invited.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

You will be "blue" if you miss this great networking opportunity, hosted by the Blue Moose in Leawood.

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!

Use the link below to register today!

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

Registration deadline is Monday, August 2nd by 5:00 pm!

Leawood Community Events

Theatrical Production of "Guys & Dolls"

Jul. 23, 2010, 8:00pm at Ironwoods Park, 14701 Mission Rd., Leawood, 66224
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=526

The Leawood Stage Company, in cooperation with Leawood Parks and Recreation, is pleased to announce the 12th annual summer musical of Guys & Dolls.

Leawood Stage Company is thrilled to welcome Chris McCoy back as director of this dynamic production. Chris directed the very successful and popular Music Man for LSC in 2007. McCoy is currently working on his PhD in Performance Studies at the University of California, Davis. We are honored to have him spend his summer with us, providing fresh spirit to this classic. His directorial style is dedicated to presenting classic American comedies with modern sensibilities.

Guys & Dolls - a musical fable of Broadway, is often called “Broadway’s perfect musical”. The Leawood Stage Company will celebrate the Tony-award winner’s 60th Anniversary of its debut on Broadway with this production. Guys & Dolls, is based on a story and characters of Damon Runyon, with book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows and music and lyrics by Frank Loesser. McCoy’s vision sets Guys & Dolls in Damon Runyon's mythical New York City of the 1930s. This romantic comedy introduces us to a cast of vivid characters ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Farmers Market

Jul. 24, 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.

T.A.K.E. Self Defense

Jul. 24, 2010, 10:00am at Oxford Middle School, 12500 Switzer Rd., Overland Park, 66213
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

A living legacy in honor of 19-year-old Leawood resident, Ali Kemp, who was murdered in 2002 while working at a residential pool. Helps raise awareness and gives women self-protection skills needed to avoid becoming the victim of a violent crime. Pre-registration required. Perfect for college-bound females.

Crème de la Crème Open House

Jul. 24, 2010, 9:00am at Crème de la Crème, 4600 W. 115th Street, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Kim Crosswhite – kcrosswhite@cremedelacreme.com 913-451-0858
Cost: Free Event Weblink: http://www.cremedelacreme.com

Crème de la Crème is hosting their annual Open House. They will be enrolling infants, toddlers, preschoolers, private kindergarten and before and after school care!

Please come tour their 20,000 sq. ft. building equiped with onsite waterpark, basketball and tennis courts. Crème de la Crème offers the basics of math, science, language development as well as 5 enrichments classes, 2nd language, computers, art, music and gym.

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Easy Appetizer Tasting Party

Jul. 24, 2010, 1:00pm at Harry & David at Town Center Plaza, 5244 W 119th St, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Jeremy Spencer – 913-498-0277
Cost: FREE!

You're invited to Harry & David on July 24th and July 25th for an Easy Appetizer Tasting Party! Stop by either day, any time from 1:00 - 5:00 pm.

At Harry & David you'll always find something new and exciting. This month, in addition to their famous treats, they are sampling many of their favorite spreads, sauces and dips. And during three weekends, they will even be sampling appetizers, like Raspberry Chipotle BBQ Meatballs. No matter what day you come to a Harry & David store, you'll get lots of great ideas for your next event. Remember, July is national Grilling Month and you're going to want to celebrate in style.

To learn about all the delicious fare you'll find at Harry & David click here and view Easy Entertaining ideas.

U.S. Toy Fest

Jul. 24, 2010, 11:00am at U.S. Toy Store, 2008 W. 103rd Terr., Leawood, 66206
Contact: Jonathan Hurst-Sneh – Jhurst-sneh@ustoyco.com 816-965-2330
Weblink: http://www.ustoy.com

The U.S. Toy store in Leawood will be having a great event for all ages to enjoy! Radio Disney will be onsite from 11 am -12:30 pm with their road crew with fun activities for the kids. The fun doesn't stop then as the fest will continue throughout the afternoon!

Live Music at Trezo Vino

Jul. 28, 2010, 6:00pm at Trezo Vino Wine Bistro, 11570 Ash St, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Andrea LaValley – alavalley@kctrezovino.com 9133278466
Cost: Music is FREE! Weblink: http://www.kctrezovino.com

Come check out live music on the beautiful patio of Trezo Vino! Located in Leawood's Park Place - While you're there, be sure to try something delicious from Trezo's new bar and patio menu!

News & Announcements

CorporateCare Now Scheduling On-Site Flu Vaccination Clinics for Employers

The flu can impose a considerable economic burden for employers, contributing to increased health care costs and lost productivity. However, Shawnee Mission Medical Center’s CorporateCare Occupational Medicine Network can help prevent the flu from impacting your workforce with a 2010 on-site flu vaccine clinic.

Studies have shown the total number of lost workdays attributed to influenza-like illness is 28 percent lower for individuals who received the flu vaccine. In addition, total savings were estimated at $83.84 per person vaccinated, including productivity gains and reduced use of medical care and prescription drugs.

Help protect your employees and your bottom line by scheduling an on-site flu vaccination clinic with CorporateCare. Special pricing is available for employers who schedule by August 31. For more information or to schedule an on-site clinic, contact Shay Carlson at shay.carlson@shawneemission.org or 913-789-4087.

Sarah Bloom Joins HCA Midwest Health System as Chief Information Officer

HCA Midwest Health System announces Sarah Bloom has joined the health system as chief information officer.  Bloom comes to HCA Midwest from HCA’s corporate office in Nashville, where she has served as director of field operations since 2007. 

Bloom will provide leadership for the continued development and deployment of HCA Midwest’s electronic health record, hCare. She will also lead IT-based initiatives to continue to advance the health system’s commitment to patient safety. In addition, Bloom will ensure the physicians and nurses at all 10 HCA Midwest hospitals and 85 Midwest Physicians office locations have the best technology available at their disposal.

HCA Midwest is the Kansas City area’s largest healthcare network and private sector employee, consisting of 10 hospitals, outpatient centers, clinics, physician practices, surgery centers and more than 8,000 employees. Midwest Physicians, part of HCA Midwest, consists of practices located throughout the Greater Kansas City metropolitan area and is staffed with experienced primary care and multi-specialty physicians. In addition, HCA Midwest and its hospitals provide an array of other innovative services to meet the healthcare needs of the greater Kansas City area. HCA Midwest has invested more than $600 million to enhance and expand patient services since April 2003.
 
Clifton Mills, chief financial officer for HCA Midwest, says Bloom’s 16 years of exp ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Physician Joins Women’s Health

Kari Farris, DO, is joining the medical staff at Women’s Health. Dr. Farris specializes in providing comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology care to women through all stages of life. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas and her medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. She completed her residency at Mount Clemens Regional Medical Center in Michigan.

Dr. Farris will be joining Becky Graham, DO, as the second physician at Women’s Health, located on the St. Joseph Medical Center campus at 930 Carondelet Drive, Building C, Suite 300. Dr. Farris takes a special interest in providing patient-centered care and enjoys educating patients and empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.

Dr. Farris will be available to see patients beginning Monday, Aug. 2. To schedule an appointment, call Women’s Health at 816-941-2700.

Friday Concert Series on the Patio - July 23rd

Sullivan's invites you to join them on the patio this Friday, July 23rd from 7 - 11 p.m. to enjoy Mark Valentine and The Old School Knights.

Comprised of some of Kansas City's best musicians and performers, The Old School Knights are the best Motown variety band in the Midwest. The Old School Knights go back in time, featuring that old Detroit sound for their audiences, and also perform a large variety of dance songs as well as Motown.

Sullian's Steakhouse
4501 W. 119th Street
Leawood, Kansas 66209
913-345-0800

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