Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — September 7, 2007

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

General Membership Meeting

Sep. 11, 2007, 11:30am at Leawood South Country Club, 12700 Overbrook Rd, Leawood, 66209
Cost: $20 members (paid in advance), $22 non members.

Make sure you register for the September Membership meeting, so you don't miss your chance to win tickets for the Wizard's game against LA Galaxy or a ball signed by the whole Wizards team!

Attendees will also enjoy networking with fellow Chamber members, 'future' members, and guests while enjoying lunch. The 2008 Board Elections will also take place at this meeting, so make sure a representative for your company attends and votes.

Our guest speaker is Kraig Cawley the new Group Publisher for Sun Publications. Sun Publications is a firm that provides community news to over 225,000 suburban Kansas City homes each week via 15 newspapers and the kccommunitynews.com website. Kraig will be talking about his experience in the newspaper industry and the vision he has for Sun Publications.

The reservation and cancellation deadline for this event is September 7th by 5:00 pm. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after September 7th.

— Register Online

The Design Connection Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening

Sep. 12, 2007, 4:30pm at The Design Connection, 10520 Barkley Suite 140, Overland Park, 66212

Come join us as we help The Design Connection celebrate the Grand Opening of their new location in Overland Park. In addition, they will be having an Open House with beverages and hors d'oeuvres.

Arlene Ladegaard is an interior designer who specializes in remodeling, new construction, or JUST REDECORATING. No design job is too big or too small.

After Hours Networking

Sep. 19, 2007, 5:00pm at UBS, 7500 College Blvd Suite 225, Overland Park, 66210 — Register Online
Cost: There is no additional cost for Leawood Chamber Members to attend this event. There may be a nominal charge for guests to attend.

Don't miss the area's best networking with Leawood Chamber members, guests and 'future' members while passing out your business cards at the September After Hours event!

Our hosts, Jim Rochel and Bill Kanaga with UBS will provide an array of door prizes, food & beverages. You'll want to be sure to attend!

The registration deadline for this event is Monday, September 17th, by 5:00 pm.

Leawood Community Events

Cops on Doughnut Shops

Sep. 7, 2007, 6:00am at Krispy Kreme Doughnut Shops, 8805 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Merriam, Kansas, 10390 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS., Merriam and Overland Park, 66202
Contact: Jana Fornelli – fornelli@ksso.org 913-236-9290
Weblink: http://www.ksso.org

Residents in hot pursuit of their sugar fix will encounter a bizarre police stakeout at Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Shops from September 7-9, 2007.

Local law enforcement officers will take to the rooftops for Cops on Doughnut Shops, the annual fundraiser for Special Olympics Kansas. Krispy Kreme stores at 8805 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Merriam and 10390 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park will be offering this unique sugar high. So stop by, grab a hot doughnut and make a donation to a great cause.

The morning is the best time to grab your doughnuts as officers will be at Krispy Kreme on Friday, September 7 from 6 a.m. -10 a.m. and both Saturday the 8th and Sunday the 9th from 7 a.m. -2 p.m. Police officers will collect donations from customers and the general public as they hang out at local Krispy Kreme stores.

Looking to the community to come out and support their efforts, participating law enforcement officers encourage patrons of Krispy Kreme and citizens to help further opportunities for Special Olympics athletes. For more informaion on Special Olympics Kansas, visit www.ksso.org.

Friday Night Music at ARTichokes

Sep. 7, 2007, 7:00pm at ARTichokes, 10557 Mission Road, (Mission Farms), Leawood, 66206
Weblink: http://www.artichokeskc.com

Enjoy live music this Friday at ARTichokes by featured musicians Sami Rebein & Michael Kleiss. They will be playing the violin.

Flash Family Fun

Sep. 8, 2007, 11:00am at Oxford Schoolhouse in Ironwoods Park, 147th & Mission Road, Leawood, 66224
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: free Weblink: http://leawoodstageco.org

Celebrate Grandparents Day in a whole new way!

Share life lessons learned from schooldays present or past. Professional writer, Carol Newman will lead a fast and fun discussion to hlep you write a short account of of lessons learned.

Sessions held every 1/2 hour starting at 11:00 am.

Learn the Art of Glass Fusing

Sep. 10, 2007, 6:00pm at Paint Glaze & Fire Ceramics & Coffee House, 12683 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park,
Weblink: http://www.paintglazeandfire.com

"Glass Fusing" - the process of layering pieces of glass and heating them until they fuse into one piece.

You will learn basic glass fusion techniques and make one pendant.

Mia Rosado Trunk Show at Bath Junkie

Sep. 11, 2007, 4:00pm at Bath Junkie, 13328-A Metcalf, Overland Park, 66213
Weblink: http://www.bathjunkie.com

Mia Rosado will be bringing an Autumnal sampling of her 3 different lines of jewelry:

Seychelles...Iridescent, decadent Pearls and Stones

Indigo's Garden...Handmade Acrylic Florals to adorn you

Orbit Jewlz... Modern Art Acrylic creations that are one of a kind

Stop by Bath Junkie for shopping and fun next Tuesday!

News & Announcements

Swim Quik is now hiring

Swim Quik is now hiring for a P/T assistant merchandiser and sales person. Must have experience in retail, pref. fashion, be enthusiastic, friendly, motivated, and dependable. Must have some evening and weekend availability.

Please send your resume or email questions to Kelly at swimquik1@aol.com.

Chris Cakes Kitchen Grand Opening

Chris Cakes Kitchen, located in the IronHorse Shopping Centre at 151st & Nall in Leawood, is open for business! Join them for breakfast 7am – 2pm DAILY, Thursday through Sunday (Closed on Mondays)!

The Chris Cakes crew describes their restaurant as a little bit crazy, a little bit whacky, and a whole lotta tasty! Nothing that fancy, just good ol’ fashioned breakfast food featuring their world famous flapjacks! They will still flip’em at you like always!

Chris Cakes Kitchen is owned & operated locally by Steve Hamilton, the Guinness World Record Holder for the “FASTEST FLAPJACK FLIPPER IN THE WORLD!” Visit their web site at http://www.chriscakeskitchen.com/ or call them at 913/685-FLIP for additional information!

Accounts Payable Position - Bott Radio Network

Bott Radio Network is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist. The individual chosen for this role will be able to display a history of organizational skills, relevant experience and accounting knowledge.

Formal training or equivalent experience with accounts payable procedures and basic accounting and office computer programs; preferably Microsoft Great Plains, but not required.

Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered. Please send your cover letter, résumé, and salary history via email at employment@bottradionetwork.com, fax 913-642-1319, or mail to:

Personnel Director
Bott Radio Network
10550 Barkley
Overland Park, KS 66212

See http://www.bottradionetwork.com/aboutBRN_jobOpps.asp for detailed job description. Bott Radio Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

UPS Celebrated its 100th Anniversary

On August 28th, 2007, UPS celebrated a major anniversary. UPS, which was founded in the Seattle area, turned 100.

UPS offers an extensive range of options for synchronizing the movement of goods, information and funds, making them the world's largest package delivery company and a global leader in supply chain services

UPS is headquartered in Atlanta, GA., and serves more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. More information on the company can be found on their web site at www.UPS.com.

Member Profile

IBT Media & Marketing Services

Through IBT's two business units, they offer complete video production capabilities, web design and maintenance, and graphics and pre-press services.

IBT Media Services (www.ibtmedia.com)

Video production is IBT Media's passion and expertise. Their goal is to help clients communicate with energy, imagination and effectiveness.

IBT Media is flexible. They will produce your entire project or just help with any aspect of your production. With more than a quarter century of video industry experience, IBT Media can successfully meet the needs of customers on assignments that range from corporate communications and marketing/advertising to training, broadcast and documentary programs.

IBT Media's expertise pays off for their clients. They use only the professional-grade production tools to ensure that you get the impact and flexibility you need. With new technologies becoming available every year, they can help you choose just the right production method and distribution format to maximize your impact while keeping costs to a ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for complete profile)

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