Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — September 4, 2009

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

Membership Breakfast-The Survey Results Are In GMM090917

Sep. 17, 2009, 7:45am at Ritz Charles Overland Park, Inc., 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $15 members (paid in advance), $25 non members, invitation only.

NOTE: We have changed the date, time and location of this event.
The breakfast will run from 7:45 am to 9:15 am on Thursday, September 17th, at the Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, KS 66221.

In May 2009, the Health Care Foundation of Greater Kansas City and the REACH Healthcare Foundation commissioned a survey of area businesses to determine the impact of health care costs on their business. The survey results provide insight into the challenges businesses are experiencing to provide health benefits for their employees. Those surveyed were also asked what they wanted elected officials to know about the impact of health care on their business, the implications of a non-employer based system and what resources they felt the Foundations and Chambers could provide on health care costs.

Steve Roling, President/CEO of the Health Care Foundation of Greater Kansas City, and Brenda Sharpe, President/CEO of the REACH Healthcare Foundation will join us for breakfast to present the results of the survey.

Board Elections for 2010 will also take place at this meeting, so Chamber members, make sure a representative from your company attends and votes.(election notices were sent to the voting representative for all member businesses on 08/17/09)

This event is only open to Chamber members and invited guests.

Please contact the Chamber office if you have any special dietary needs. The reservation deadline for this event is Monday, September 14th, by 5:00 pm. Use the link below to make your reservation today!

— Register Online

Network with over 1,000 people at the Kansas Speedway

Oct. 2, 2009, 10:00am at Kansas Speedway, 400 Speedway Blvd., Kansas City, 66111
Cost: $35 which includes meal

Network with business leaders from over 30 Kansas City area Chambers of Commerce at the Office Depot Chamber Day at the Kansas Speedway!

On Friday, October 2nd, the Kansas Speedway will once again host a metro-wide event before the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Practice Day & Qualifying activities.

Two-time NASCAR Champion Tony Stewart will be making his first visit to Office Depot Chamber Day as the guest driver. Plus, don't miss the door prizes, great food and action on the track throughout the day.

Tickets are $35 per person and must be paid in ADVANCE by 3:00 pm on September 21st. Contact the Chamber office at 913-498-1514 to confirm ticket availability.

NEW: After September 21st, if available, tickets can be purchased through the Kansas Speedway for $40.

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Ribbon Cutting-Exclusive MD

Sep. 9, 2009, 4:00pm at Exclusive MD, 10521 MIssion Road (Mission Farms), Leawood, 66206
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us in welcoming Exclusive MD as a new member of the Leawood Chamber with a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate their Grand Opening on Wednesday, September 9th!

If you would like to attend this exciting event, please RSVP to erica@exclusive-md.com.

Exclusive MD is a forward thinking, innovative concierge medical practice that uses modern technology with old fashion values to provide personalized, accessible healthcare.

Quarterly Member Orientation OR090904

Sep. 11, 2009, 8:00am at Leawood Chamber of Commerce, 1st floor conference room, 4707 W. 135th Street, Leawood, 66224
Cost: Free for Chamber members.

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 Orientation.

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!

After Hours Networking AH090923

Sep. 23, 2009, 5:00pm at Trezo Vino Wine Bistro, 11570 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.

"Wine-not" stop by and "Taste" networking success at the September After Hours event hosted by Trezo Vino Wine Bistro!!

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

Registration deadline is Monday, September 21st by 5:00 pm, so make sure you RSVP today!

Ribbon Cutting - Aloft Leawood RC090604

Sep. 24, 2009, 11:00am at Aloft Leawood, 11620 Ash Street, Leawood, 66211
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Aloha! Join us in celebrating the grand opening of the A-mazing Aloft Leawood, the first hotel in the City of Leawood located in Park Place. We will welcome this new Chamber member to the business community with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Members of the Leawood and Overland Park Chambers are invited to attend!

If you would like to attend this exciting event, please RSVP at info@aloftleawood.com.

For the traveler open to possibilities, Aloft Leawood is a fresh, fun, forward-thinking hotel alternative. Enjoy a whole new travel experience in a setting that combines urban-influenced design, accessible technology, and a social scene that's always abuzz.

Leawood Community Events

Farmer's Market

Sep. 5, 2009, 7:00am at 137th St., between Antioch & Switzer, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: No charge to come and browse! Weblink: http://www.bluevalleyrec.org

All produce is grown within a 125- mile radius of Overland Park.

Sundays in the Park Jazz Concert

Sep. 6, 2009, 6:00pm at Ironwoods Amphitheater in Ironwoods Park, 14701 Mission Road, Leawood,
Cost: FREE

The Leawood Arts Council and Town & Country Bank have collaborated again this year to host Sundays in the Park Jazz Concert Series each Sunday evening, August 23rd through September 6th. The concerts will be held at the Ironwoods Amphitheater in Ironwoods Park at 14701 Mission Road. All concerts are free and will begin at 6:00 pm.

The final concert in this jazz series is scheduled for September 6th and will feature David Basse and CLO. For over twenty years David Basse has been at the forefront of Kansas City jazz. Basse is an acclaimed singer, musician and songwriter who performs around the country and internationally. He has recorded with many of the jazz greats including, Phil Woods, Larry Bunker and Grammy nominated pianist Mike Melvoin. Melvoin and Basse have collaborated since 1992. David also hosts the award winning Jazz Scene on Kansas Public Radio heard at 91.5 FM in the Kansas City Area.

David has been a resident of Leawood since 1998 and a favorite of this series in past years. “I love the rich heritage and vibrant jazz scene that the area has to offer” says Basse “after many years of traveling, this is home.” Audiences love th ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Organic Farmers Market at One Nineteen

Sep. 7, 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 3-6:30 pm.

19th Annual Headache & Pain Center Labor Day Run

Sep. 7, 2009, 7:30am at Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd., Leawood, 66211
Contact: Brock Shafer – brocks@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x152
Cost: See web site for entry fee costs. Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=432

Entry forms are now available for the 19th Annual Labor Day 5K Walk & Run, presented by the Leawood Parks and Recreation Department; The Headache & Pain Center, PA; Dick’s Sporting Goods; and Pepsi-Cola. Whether you’re a walker, beginning runner, a veteran runner, or a wheelchair athlete, this event is for you!

Don't miss this morning run on Monday, September 7 at Leawood City Park, 10601 Lee Blvd. The race starts at 7:30 a.m. for the wheelchair division and 7:35 a.m. for all other participants. The closed course will begin and end at Leawood City Park in front of the tennis courts.

The first 500 participants will receive an event t-shirt. Everyone who participates will receive post event snacks, a water bottle and a ticket to the pancake breakfast (provided by the Leawood Lions Club), held immediately following the event. Early registrations are being received at http://www.sportkc.org until September 2 and at Leawood City Hall until September 4. Late registration will be available at The Headache and Pain Center (4801 College Blvd) on Saturday, September 5 from 12:00–5:00 p.m. and Sund ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Doggie Dunk at the Leawood Aquatic Center

Sep. 8, 2009, 5:00pm at Leawood Aquatic Center, 10601 Lee Blvd, Leawood,
Weblink: http://www.leawood.org/news_item.aspx?NewsID=429

The last swim of the season goes to the dogs! Come down to the Leawood Aquatic Center (10601 Lee Blvd.) on Tuesday, September 8th from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. for the 5th Annual Doggie Dunk.

Your dog will have a fantastic time enjoying yummy treats and posing for a photo opportunity with you to be posted on our website (free)! This will be a swimming party your dog won’t soon forget!

For the safety of all participants dogs who do not play well with others should not attend. Please note that humans are NOT allowed to enter the pool during this event.

For more information please call Lindsay Youle at (913) 339-6700 ext. 158.

Ukrainian Professionals Visit

Sep. 8, 2009, 6:00pm at Leawood City Hall Oak Room, 117th & Roe, Leawood, 66209
Contact: Dayton Koch/Gary Flick – spudman@jps.net
Cost: JackStack Buffet Dinner - Contact Dayton Koch for event cost. Weblink: http://www.leawoodlions.org/

On Tuesday, September 8th, the International Visitors Council of Greater Kansas City will have 10 Ukrainian professionals from non-profit and governmental agencies visit the Leawood Lions Club to share their experiences and learn more about Lionism. They are here for a United States Agency for International Development (USAID) program called Community Connections on the topic of Volunteerism and will be in the United States from August 27- September 17.

The Leawood Lions meeting will begin with a Social Hour at 6:00 PM, Jackstack catered buffet dinner at 6:45 PM and a program to start at approximately 7:30 PM. The public is welcome to attend; please RSVP to Dayton Koch at spudman@jps.net by Sunday, September 6th. The meeting will be held in the Oak Room in the lower level of Leawood City Hall at 117th & Roe Ave., next to the Johnson County Library.

Exchange-Traded Funds Educational Seminar

Sep. 10, 2009, 7:00pm at Ritz Charles Convention Center, 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Contact: Patty Markey – patty@etfportfoliosolutions.com 913-851-1100
Cost: Free. Please contact ETF Portfolio Solutions to make a reservation. Weblink: http://www.etfportfoliosolutions.com/

Discover the advantages exchange-traded funds offer. ETFs combine the flexibility of individual stocks with the diversification of index mutual funds.

Second Annual Photography Exhibit

Sep. 11, 2009, 5:00pm at Park Place Gallery of Fine Art, 11560 Ash Street, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Rachelle Craig – 913-469-8001
Cost: NO FEE FOR EXHIBIT Weblink: http://www.theparkplacegallery.com

The Park Place Gallery of Fine Art in Leawood is pleased to present their "Second Annual Photography Exhibit"! 

Make plans to be at the gallery for the Opening Weekend festiviites! Attend the Opening Night reception on Friday, September 11, 2009 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM or stop by on Saturday, September 12, 2009 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.  Show will run through October 13, 2009.

Local and national photography will be on display. Over 20 photographers represented!  Many of them will be at the gallery for opening weekend show.

For additional information, please contact Rachelle Craig at 913-469-8001.

Park Place Gallery of Fine Art
11560 Ash Street
Leawood, KS  66211

News & Announcements

Chamber Office Will be Closed on Labor Day

The Chamber office will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of the holiday and reopening on Tuesday, September 8th, at 8:30 a.m. In case of an emergency, please call 913-645-8237. 

Have a wonderful holiday!!

Don't Miss "Stars Over Town Center Plaza"

Town Center Plaza invites you to.... 

The World at Night photography exhibit featuring international landmarks set to celestial backgrounds will be on display, by appointment, at Town Center Plaza September 15-26.

To schedule a visit for your school group or organization, call Town Center Plaza at 913.498.1111

Children’s Astronomy Themed Art/Photography Contest
For ages 1-5, 6-10 and 11-15
Submit your best astronomy themed drawing or photo (no larger than 8.5”x11”) within the age groups above for a chance to win a Town Center Plaza Gift Card. One entry will be judged the Grand Champion from all age groups. Submissions should be sent or delivered to the Town Center Plaza office between September 1-30. Winners will be notified via telephone by October 9, 2009.

PLUS Attend an Astonomy themed Story Time at Barnes & Noble at Town Center Plaza
Wednesday, September 16 at 10 a.m. and Saturday, September 19 at 11 a.m. See store for details or call 913.491.4535.

Menorah Medical Center Exceeds Seven National Standards in Cancer Care

Menorah Medical Center (MMC), accredited by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer as a community hospital comprehensive cancer program, has received a Three-Year Accreditation with Commendation in all seven areas where Commendation is available, including cancer committee leadership, cancer data management, clinical services, research, community outreach and quality improvement.

Midwest Cancer Care at Menorah builds upon the considerable strengths of MMC’s current program and treatments, including its medical-surgical inpatient oncology unit, medical oncology services, radiation therapy center, the Sarcoma Institute, the Breast Center and some of the most advanced technology in the metro area, including CyberKnife® and Mammosite® Technology, an advanced breast cancer treatment that targets cancer cells and limits the exposure of healthy tissue to radiation. 

“We are pleased to be recognized as an innovative facility that offers a high level of cancer care to its patients,” says MMC president and CEO Steven D. Wilkinson. “People in the Kansas City metropolitan area have caring, progressive and innovative programs at MMC to make a cancer journey less complex and confusing.”

The CoC, established in 1922 by the American College of Surgeons, is a consortium of professional organizations dedicated to improving survival rates and quality of life for cancer patients through standard-setting, prev ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Honoring a Tradition of Nursing:

Throughout its illustrious history, St. Joseph Medical Center has touted many firsts. St. Joseph was the first private hospital and first x-ray services west of the Mississippi, first hospital with windows in every patient room, first air medical ambulance service in the city and first acute care hospital in Kansas City with Magnet status for nursing excellence. Nurses at St. Joseph were the first to have computerized patient records, first to administer IVs rather than physicians and first to use blood pressure cuffs.  St. Joseph was also the first to offer a bachelor of nursing program in Kansas City.  The hospital was also the first to have a medical museum in the city. Now St. Joseph Medical Center will be first to have a permanent exhibit on the History of Nursing in Kansas City. 

The collections and archives of the Piper Memorial Medical Museum contain the history of St. Joseph Medical Center, St. Mary’s Hospital, and St. Mary’s Medical Center Blue Springs.  The museum’s mission is to preserve, interpret, and promote that history.

In St. Joseph’s Heritage Hall, rotating exhibits focus on different aspects of St. Joseph’s long history, ranging from medical innovations to its doctors, nurses, staff, and volunteers. The Turn-of-the-Century Doctor’s Office permanent exhibit is filled with furnishings and equipment from two generations of St. Joseph resident physicians.  The History of Nursing ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

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