Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — August 27, 2010
Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.
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Leawood Chamber Events
Membership Luncheon- Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Sep. 21, 2010, 11:30 at
Ritz Charles Overland Park,
9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $22 members, $32 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.
Register by clicking on the link below:
It’s more than an iconic building reshaping the downtown skyline.
Opening Fall 2011, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts will provide our region with bold programming and performances, as well as innovative youth outreach and education programs.
To learn more about the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, please attend the Leawood Chamber of Commerce meeting on September 21, 2010 for an update given by Larry Kembell from the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. He will bring you up to date on construction progress, funding, programming, and will share their exciting plans for the future.
Chamber Members: As an added benefit, members will receive via email a spreadsheet with contact information of all the other member attendees at the event. This is another way we're working to make sure the Leawood Chamber is a great networking resource for Chamber members.
Board Elections for 2011 will also take place at this meeting, so Chamber members, make sure a representative from your company attends and votes. (Election notices will be sent to the voting representative for all member businesses)
Use the Register Online link below and sign up today!
By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, September 16th by 5:00 pm. Please contact the Chamber office if you have any special dietary needs.
— Register OnlineEducation Session - The E-Myth Revisited
Aug. 31, 2010, 8:00 at
American Academy of Family Physicians,
Multi-purpose Room, 11400 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Leawood, — 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.
Register by clicking on the link below:
Almost 30 years ago, Michael Gerber published a groundbreaking work, the E-Myth, that got to the heart of why so many small businesses failed...and what could be done about it. Fast forward to today and it still rings true. Learn about having Entrepreneurial Seizures, the fatal assumption that most small business owners started out with and the mindset and approach you can take to succeed and gain control of your business and your life.
The presenter, Shawn Kinkade, owns Aspire Business Development. His company is a business development firm that works with small business owners to help them identify and implement the strategies, tools and expertise they need to grow their business and free their time.
Use the Register Online link below and sign up today!
By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.
The reservation deadline for this event is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 27th. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds after the reservation deadline.
Quarterly Member Briefing
Sep. 10, 2010, 8:00 at
DEMDACO, Inc.,
Clara Barton Room, 5000 W. 134th St., Leawood, 66209 — Register Online
Cost: Free for Chamber members
Members use the link below to register:
If you are a new representative for an existing Chamber Member or are a representative for a brand new Member, we welcome you to join us for our informative Member Briefing, sponsored by Sunrise Assisted Living
This is your chance to meet the staff, representatives from the Board, representatives from the Ambassador Committee and fellow Chamber members. Learn the history of the Chamber and ways to maximize the value of your membership. Enjoy continental breakfast, coffee and conversation!
Please bring your business cards and be prepared to introduce yourself!
Members use the link below to register today!
Morning Mingling
Sep. 14, 2010, 8:00 at
Saint Luke's South,
Conference Rooms A & B, 12300 Metcalf, Overland Park, Entertainment Guide 66213 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members.
Members & non-members use the link below to register:
Fill your prescription for great networking at this month's Morning Mingling event, hosted by St. Luke's South Hospital.
Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited 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.
The registration deadline for this event is Friday, September 7th, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!
Leawood Community Events
Wild Birds Unlimited Grand Opening
Aug. 27, 2010 at
Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop,
11711 Roe Avenue, (Inside Camelot Court), Leawood, 66211
Weblink: http://www.wbu.com/kansascity
Discover nature and the world of backyard birdfeeding at the new Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop located in Leawood!
Grand opening festivities and specials will run from August 27th through the 29th. Don't miss this exciting weekend event!
Friday Concert Series on the Patio - August 27th
Aug. 27, 2010, 7:00pm at
Sullivan's Steakhouse,
4501 W. 119th Street, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Melissa Cade – leawoodcatering@steakco.com 913-345-0800
Weblink: http://www.sullivansteakhouse.com
Join Sullivan's Steakhouse this Friday, August 27th 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 number of variety dance songs as well as Motown.
Sullivan's looks forward to seeing you there!
Farmers Market
Aug. 28, 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.
Kansas City's Greatest Reunion Jam II Concert
Aug. 28, 2010, 6:30pm at
Independence Event's Center,
19100 E. Valley View Parkway, Independence, 64055
Contact: Robin Farrell – robin@parkinsonheartland.org 913-341-8828
Cost: See web site for event cost. Weblink: http://www.kcreunionjam.com/
The Parkinson Foundation of the Heartland presents
The Kansas City Reunion Jam II Concert
This will be a special musical event indeed…live performances of acclaimed music that includes the area’s most popular bands from the 60’s and 70’s, The Classmen with hits “Julie” and “Graduation Goodbye” along with Poppin Fresh, and Lupe’. Another local singer, Danny Cox, who is known nationally for his 1974 hit album “Feel So Good” will be on stage too. National acts will include Ray Hildebrand of Paul and Paula and Larry Henley, lead singer of the “New Beats” who will perform “Bread and Butter” and “Wind Beneath My Wings”. You also won’t want to miss the Brody Buster Band
Aug. 28, 2010, 10:00am at
Ironwoods Park,
14701 Mission Rd., Leawood, 66224 The Historic One-Room Oxford Schoolhouse, located in Ironwoods Park at 147th & Mission Road, Leawood, will celebrate the start of the school year Saturday, August 28, 2010 with a fun event for kids. The docents of Oxford School, dressed in period costumes, will host this event to take place in and around the schoolhouse from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Children will be able to make crafts, play games and help hand-crank homemade ice cream. Enjoy refreshments and old-time music performed by the Scott Klamm Band. The Oxford School docents encourage people of all ages to celebrate with them. The Oxford School House is also available for programs year-round to groups of all ages, by appointment, any day of the week for a nominal fee. Scout programs can fulfill badge requirements. Fieldtrips are offered to elementary school classrooms throughout the school-year. The school will be open to the public daily through September 18th at no charge. The docents will also hold open houses from September 25th through November 20th on Saturdays from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at no charge. For more information please call (913) 339-6700 ext. 157.Back to School Celebration at the Oxford School
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=539
Jazz Concert Series
Aug. 29, 2010, 6:00pm at
Ironwoods Amphitheater in Ironwoods Park,
14701 Mission Road, Leawood, 66224
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: FREE!! Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=533
The Leawood Arts Council will host a free Jazz Concert Series each Sunday evening, August 22nd through September 5th. The concerts will be held at the Ironwoods Amphitheater in Ironwoods Park located at 14701 Mission Road. All concerts will begin at 6:00 pm.
The Jazz Series continues on August 29th when Coco Trio takes the stage. Coco Trio performs contemporary music from Nora Jones and Diana Krall as well as traditional jazz favorites such as Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn and Miles Davis. The trio is fronted by vocalist Stephanie Annable whose rich tones and vocal range presents a smooth jazz style.
Coco Trio consists of piano, bass, and percussion. Founding members of the trio have worked together for more than a decade, performing around the Kansas City area in clubs, public venues, and private events.
Please join the Leawood Arts Council for their 5th annual free Jazz Series Sunday evenings in the Ironwoods Park Amphitheater. Some seating is available; however, they recommend bringing a blanket and/or lawn chairs. Picnics are welcomed, but alcohol is not allowed within the park.
For more information ple ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
St. Joseph Medical Center Pro Am Golf Classic
Aug. 30, 2010, 7:30am at
Blue Hills Country Club,
777 W. Burning Tree Drive, Kansas City, 64145
Contact: Sally Wilson – sjwilson@carondelet.com 816-943-2766
Cost: Call or email for full event details. Weblink: http://www.carondelethealth.org/
On Monday, August 30th, the St. Joseph Medical Center Foundation will be teeing off for the St. Joseph Pro-Am Golf Classic at Blue Hills Country Club. Shotgun starts at 7:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
A dinner and auction will follow the golf tournament on Tuesday, August 31st at St. Joseph Medical Center, 1000 Carondelet Drive, Kansas City, MO 64114 (Alex George Auditorium). You'll enjoy dinner and a live auction with the Nigro Brothers. Proceeds will raise funds to purchase a surgical microscope for neurosurgery procedures.
For more information or to make reservations, call Sally Wilson at 816-943-2766 or sjwilson@carondelet.com.
News & Announcements
Cafe Roux Grand Opening
On June 24th Cafe Roux celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Leawood Mayor Peggy Dunn, Leawood Chamber members, and Cafe Roux staff were on hand for the festivities.
Cafe Roux is a contemporary Cajun restaurant that has put their own spin on traditional Cajun/Creole favorites. You'll also find Southern standards mixed in - Stop by this Park Place restaurant and enjoy the happy hour specials and outdoor seating.
Mayor Peggy Dunn, Leawood Chamber members, and Cafe Roux staff look on as Jen Coniglio, co-owner, cuts the ribbon on June 24th.
June 2010 Member Briefing Class Photo
On June 25th, Chamber staff, representatives from the Board, Ambassador Committee members, and fellow Chamber members gathered for an informative Member Briefing. It was a great opportunity for our new representatives to learn more about the Chamber and how to maximize the value of Chamber membership. Sunrise Assisted Living sponsored the morning's event. Breakfast, coffee, and conversation were enjoyed by all!
Front Row, Pictured L to R: Brent Hoskins (American Century Investments); Brandy Thornton (Overland Park Marriott); Carolyn Braverman (Summit Publications); Debora Field (Zimmer Real Estate Services); Dana Ward (Marathon Moving & Delivery LLC); Linda Parrish (All Weather Decks); Pauline Jung (Jung Analytics); Michelle Pfister (Equity Bank, N.A.); Nancy McAuley (McAuley & Crandall, PA); Steve Oden (Minuteman Press); and Jessica Stegman (Equity Bank, N.A.).
Back Row, Pictured L to R: Kevin Rowe (Almar Printing, Inc.); Stacie Engelmann (FBD Consulting, LLC); Lee Page (Page Communications ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Toys R Us Express Store Opens August 27, 2010!
Toys R Us Express Store Opens August 27, 2010!
Town Center Plaza is pleased to welcome Toys R Us Express. You'll find this new addition on the south side of the center next to Pottery Barn Kids.
Makeba Williams, MD, joins Town Plaza Family Practice
Menorah Medical Center and Midwest Physicians, part of HCA Midwest Health System, are pleased to announce the addition of board-certified ob/gyn specialist Makeba Williams, MD to Town Plaza Family Practice and the medical staff of Menorah Medical Center. Dr. Williams will provide comprehensive gynecologic and obstetric care for Town Plaza patients.
In addition to overall ob/gyn care, Dr. Williams has specific clinical interests and expertise in minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery, adolescent gynecology and management of abnormal Pap tests. Dr. Williams most recently served on the faculty of the KU Women’s Health Specialty Centers at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Prior to that, she completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at the Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University Health System in Richmond. While in Virginia, she received several honors, including the William C. Langdon Commitment to Patient Care Award. Dr. Williams is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology, the Central Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the North America Menopause Society, among other affiliations. She received her medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville.
Town Plaza Family Practice provides medical services for the entire family, from expectant mothers and infants to children and teens to adults and ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Shawnee Mission Medical Center Recognized for Heart Attack Care
Shawnee Mission Medical Center (SMMC) recently qualified for the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Mission: Lifeline Bronze Performance Achievement Award. The award recognizes SMMC’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients that effectively improves the survival and care of ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) patients.
Every year, almost 400,000 people experience the STEMI type of heart attack. Unfortunately, a significant number do not receive prompt reperfusion therapy, which is critical in restoring blood flow. Mission: Lifeline seeks to save lives by closing the gaps that separate STEMI patients from timely access to appropriate treatments. Mission: Lifeline is focusing on improving the system of care for these patients and at the same time improving care for all heart attack patients. Hospitals involved in Mission: Lifeline strive to improve care in both acute treatment measures and discharge measures. Systems of care are developed that close the gap of timely access to appropriate, life-saving treatments. Before they are discharged, appropriate patients are started on aggressive risk reduction therapies such as cholesterol-lowering drugs, aspirin, ACE inhibitors and beta-blockers in the hospital and receive smoking cessation counseling. Hospitals that receive the Mission: Lifeline Bronze Performance Achievement Award have demonstrated for 90 consecutive days that at least 85 percent of eligi ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)
Member Profile
A.L. Huber ~ General Contractor
A.L. Huber is a successful general contractor that has been building in the Kansas City metropolitan area and beyond for over a century. Projects include millions of square feet in a variety of new and renovated building types from commercial & medical offices, to worship facilities to warehouses and distribution.
A.L. Huber has an unyielding reputation for quality, integrity and value. Their job sites are run efficiently and effectively. Customers rest easy knowing that their project is managed by a general contractor that they can absolutely trust.
The A.L. Huber team is qualified and committed to providing sustainable solutions within and surrounding their projects. They have five LEED Accredited Personnel leading this effort.
A.L. Huber has installed wind and solar distributed power solutions at their office headquarters. Look for the wind turbine off of I-435 & Roe!
They truly believe in the highest level of customer service and will deliver a product that exceeds their clients’ expectations. With professionalism and integrity, the A.L. Huber project will be delivered on-time and on-budget.
A.L. Huber's number one goa ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for complete profile)
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