Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — July 31, 2009
Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.
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Leawood Chamber Events
Membership Luncheon & New Member Debut GMM090811
Aug. 11, 2009, 11:15am at
Ritz Charles Overland Park, Inc.,
9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $22 members (paid in advance), $32 non members.
African Americans began playing America's favorite pastime in the late 1800s on military teams, college teams, and company teams. Eventually they joined professional teams, but were forced out from these teams by 1900 due to racism and "Jim Crow" laws. In 1920 at a meeting held at the Paseo YMCA in Kansas City, MO., the Negro National League was formed under the guidance of Andrew "Rube" Foster and a few other owners of Midwestern teams.
The Brooklyn Dodgers recruited Jackie Robinson from the Kansas City Monarchs in 1945. Robinson became the first African-American in the modern era to play on a Major League team. Robinson's move to the Major Leagues prompted the decline of the Negro Leagues because more African-American players were recruited for the Major Leagues and fans followed. The last of the Negro League's teams disbanded in the early 1960s, however, the legacy lives on through the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.
The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum was founded in 1990 to preserve the rich history of African-American Baseball. Our guest speakers at this month's membership luncheon will be Greg Baker and Bob Kendrick with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.
In addition to an insightful program, our newest Chamber members will be presented in our quarterly "Chamber Debut". Each attendee will receive a description from each business that has joined the Leawood Chamber in the past 90 days.
The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, August 6th by 5:00 pm. Use the link below to register today!
— Register OnlineMorning Mingling MM090804
Aug. 4, 2009, 8:00am at
Massage Heights,
4800 W. 135th, Suite 270, Leawood, 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $10 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass.
"Relax!" Enjoy networking and Mojito Summer Days at this month's Morning Mingling hosted by Massage Heights! Relieve some stress before the day begins!
Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us. Enjoy a nice chair massage, while having your morning pick me up!
The registration deadline for this event is Friday, July 31st by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!
Leawood Young Professionals After Hours Networking YP090805
Aug. 5, 2009, 5:00pm at
IRONHORSE Golf Club,
15400 Mission Rd., Leawood, 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost for to attend this event. Leawood Chamber Members and Guests are invited.
Hosted by IRONHORSE Golf Club!
SWING by this month's After Hours - It should be fun FORE all!
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 Monday, August 3rd by 5:00 pm!
After Hours Networking AH090819
Aug. 19, 2009, 5:00pm at
Sheraton Overland Park Hotel,
6100 College Blvd., Overland Park, 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.
"Share" your evening with Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members. Participate in some great Leawood Chamber networking at this month's event hosted by Seraton Overland Park Hotel!
Registration deadline is Monday, August 17th by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!
Leawood Community Events
"Jazz It Up" Summer Concert Series at One Nineteen
Aug. 1, 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. See web link for a complete list of performers.
Tunes on Tuesdays
Aug. 4, 2009, 6:00pm at
Park Place,
117th & Nall, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Barb Matt – info@destinationparkplace.com 913-381-2229
Cost: FREE 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 complete list of performers, please visit http://www.parkplaceleawood.com.
Organic Farmers Market at One Nineteen
Aug. 5, 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.
News & Announcements
Leawood Chamber Membership Pays Off for American Companion Care
Sheril Herman, co-owner of American Companion Care, recently shared her thoughts on what Leawood Chamber membership has meant to her and her business,
"To me the secret to networking success is developing relationships and finding ways to help other people. I would rather have a strong relationship with someone rather than a handful of business cards. One reason that I enjoy the Leawood Chamber so much is that they seem to mirror that philosophy. Chamber events are a place where true networking is about quality of relationships, not quantity. I see a room full of people who are there to give more than they are there to take. It is a refreshing atmosphere of professionals and I look forward to the events and my next great connection."
Over the three years Sheril has been a member of the Chamber, she's had the opportunity to make many meaningful business connections. It's amazing how a brief conversation at a Chamber event can develop into a business relationship and true friendship. For example, Sheril talked about the business connection she's made with fellow Chamber member, Shawna Davidson, owner of Davidson Promotional Products,
"Shawna and I have a lot in common. She is, like me, a female business owner and entrepreneur. Shawna has been gracious enough to introduce me to her connections within the chamber, as well ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
B2B Cookie Winner
Our B2B cookie winner for July is Brian Walton with Assisted Moving of Kansas City! By attending a Leawood Chamber event and submitting his business card, Brian was automatically entered into a drawing for a dozen Blue Chip Cookies, compliments of Blue Chip Cookies in Town Center Plaza.
Congratulations, Brian!
Pictured L to R: Arlene Ladegaard (The Design Connection, Inc.); Mike McAuley (Christian Family Services of the Midwest, Inc.); Jim Cogswell (City of Leawood-Police); Brian Walton (Assisted Moving of Kansas City); Jim Rochel (Leawood Lions Club); and Monte Giddings (CBIZ/Giddings Group).
Carondelet Health Names Bliss VP of Strategic Planning & Business Development
Carondelet Health welcomes Ginger L. Bliss as its Vice President of Strategic Planning and Business Development. Bliss leads the organization’s strategy and growth efforts and oversees marketing, planning and public relations functions.
“We are thrilled to have Ginger with Carondelet Health,” says Fleury Yelvington, president and CEO of Carondelet Health. “Her expertise and the passion she brings to our ministry will help us in our quest to transform the delivery of healthcare.”
Bliss brings many years of healthcare experience to Carondelet Health. Most recently, she was the Vice President of Business Development for Menorah Medical Center. She has also worked for the Kansas City Cancer Center, Shawnee Mission Medical Center and HealthNet, Inc. a managed care company. She also held positions in communications and public relations with the Kansas City, Missouri, School District and the University of Kansas Athletics Department.
“Being in a faith-based organization is important to me,” says Bliss. “Carondelet Health has a strong reputation for providing high-quality, compassionate care and I feel privileged to be a part of that tradition.”
Bliss has a bachelor’s degree in journalism and mass communications from Kansas State University and a Master’s Degree in Health Service Management from Webster University. She’s active in many community organizations including formerly ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
RA SUSHI BAR RESTAURANT SHAKES UP DINING SCENE IN LEAWOOD
RA Sushi Bar Restaurant combines a lively, party-like atmosphere with quality Japanese fusion cuisine to bring a one-of-a-kind, hip dining experience to area residents. The fun new sushi restaurant is scheduled to open Aug. 10 in the Park Place Shopping Center at 117th Street and Nall Avenue in Leawood, Kan. While new to the Kansas City area, RA Sushi Bar Restaurant opened its first location in Old Town Scottsdale in October 1997 and now has 23 locations across the country.
As a destination for the young and chic as well as novice and serious sushi connoisseurs alike, RA Sushi offers distinctive sushi sliced to order, signature rolls as well as authentic and modern Japanese fusion entrees. Seasonal fish and fresh ingredients from the finest markets and purveyors are showcased in RA’s inventive sushi, sashimi, tempura and hand rolls. RA Sushi features a traditional sushi bar adjacent to the table dining area, as well as a separate, full cocktail bar. The restaurant’s décor is sleek and contemporary with hints of Asian-influenced architecture and beauty.
You'll find RA Sushi at 11638 Ash Street, adjacent to the soon to open Aloft Hotel in Leawood's Park Place. RA Sushi will be open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. For more information, please call 913-850-6260 or visit http://www.RAsushi.com.
... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)Learn a new language conveniently from the computer
Wish you could learn to speak a foreign language?
The Johnson County Library announces the addition of the Mango Languages online language-learning system which is available to those with a Johnson County library card and PIN. Mango is free of charge and provides a fun, fast and convenient solution to the community’s growing language learning needs. It is an easy way to learn to speak a foreign language.
Mango’s online language learning system focuses on teaching actual conversation skills for a wide variety of languages. Each lesson combines real-life situations and audio from native speakers with an easy-to-follow interface and simple, clear instructions. Because it's completely web based, library patrons can learn anywhere they have an internet connection — at the library, a coffee shop, or even from home.
Mango Languages currently offers 12 language courses — Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Greek, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, ESL English for Polish speakers, ESL English for Spanish speakers, and ESL English for Brazilian Portuguese speakers — with many more to come.
To access the Library’s Mango Language leaning system, go to http://www.jocolibrary.org/languages and enter your Johnson County Library Card and PIN.
Mango Languages recently took second place in the Educa ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Member Profile
Menorah Medical Center (MMC), a full-service, acute care hospital located on the corner of 119th and Nall in Overland Park, serves our community’s healthcare needs by providing compassionate care and some of the most advanced treatment options available in the Kansas City area. MMC has a comprehensive medical staff with more than 600 physicians who offer exceptional experiences and extraordinary medicine for adults, newborns, children and teens.
The facility offers a stunning design with a sense of style and sophistication. To create inviting backdrops of absolute comfort, the campus artfully combines a distinct style and modern conveniences such free valet parking and At Your Service, patient meals upon request. The unique identity, energy and spirit of each patient is embraced.
MMC’s emergency department houses a certified stroke care center and an accredited chest pain center. Progressive cardiology services include the area’s first congestive heart failure clinic, specially equipped surgical suites for open-heart surgeries and sophisticated echocardiology and nuclear medicine techniques.
The hospital continues to b ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for complete profile)
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