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LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2018 PUBLISHER

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I AM FREQUENTLY ASKED WHAT MY FAVORITE PART OF MY JOB IS AS THE

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ALWAYS THE SAME. In a world where there is so much divisiveness and negativity, I

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our community that serve, love and overcome adversity. There are so many people in our community that desire to give of themselves without hesitation and continually serve in various ways. The privilege of having a platform to share the beauty of the good things that people in our city are doing is something I don’t take for granted. From young teens, to busy parents, to working professionals to retired adults, I see a common thread among them all, and it is the desire to show love and compassion to those in need. There have been countless times when I have witnessed local companies or residents answering the needs of those around us without hesitation or recognition. Most recently, we were looking for a local company to partner with us to provide the necessary but expensive footwear needed for underprivileged high school runners who couldn’t afford shoes. Not only were our needs met immediately at the very first store we approached, but also they turned down any public recognition in exchange that we offered because they believed donating the shoes was just the right thing to do. This company’s selfless generosity came to my mind while working on this issue and reminded me of the great community we have. (This was the KC Running Company in Leawood by the way. They have huge hearts, so go give them love if you visit their store.) Our Thanksgiving issue is dedicated to gratefulness and giving back. In this issue we are sharing stories of people who give of themselves, and we also wanted to provide a selection of a few local products that give back as well. We at Lifestyle Publications are grateful for all of you, and the wonderful stories that many of you have shared with us throughout the years. I am thankful for the beauty in the community around us. So many

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FEATURES 19 Raising awareness for the Special Olympics Leawood Officers Inspire Hope

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INSPIRED BY

(CON TI N U ED)

TO BE A COP, YOU NEED TO PASS A PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST.

IT'S GREAT TO HAND A CHILD A RIBBON AND SEE THAT SMILE. THAT'S A LOT OF LOVE RIGHT THERE." You must be fast, agile and ready to

Officer Christopher Hargis, another everyday hero, spends

run. That means muscle endurance

his time answering calls. In his off-hours, he helps coordinate

and upper body and core strength.

the Midnight Run, one of the department’s largest fundrais-

You must also have the emotional and

ers. It is an annual 5K/10K run in July along Tomahawk Creek

intellectual capabilities required to deal with heated situations.

Parkway. Squad cars, with flashing blue and red LED light

Leawood police officers meet all of those qualifications. They

bars, block the parkway at 119th Street and College Boulevard.

possess the strength to pursue and apprehend suspects, the

“It’s quite a sight to see, nearly 250 runners with glow sticks

intellectual stamina to stand firm, and the mental capacity to

and necklaces. The night air is cool, and it is so quiet you can

process crimes—some of which could be horrific.

encourage others across the parkway to keep up the good

These amazing men and women, who have chosen to protect

work.” Officer Hargis took first place in the very first Midnight

our city’s residents, also have been called to use their time and tal-

Run years ago. “Following the race, we pack up the signs,

ents to support those who cannot meet such rigorous demands.

coolers and tents, and head home to bed!”

For more than 35 years, the Leawood Police Department has

Money is raised through entry fees and corporate sponsors.

assisted Special Olympics, the world's largest sports organiza-

KC Running Company handles the course layout, timing and

tion for people with intellectual disabilities. Special Olympics

solicits some backers. “It just feels good to do something for

provides children and adults year-round training and mentoring

these kids — helping provide them with opportunities where

in a variety of sports, including basketball, tennis and track.

they can compete and win!” says Officer Hargis.

The department first became involved in the 1980s, working

Julia Berger, a records specialist, began her involvement

with the Law Enforcement Torch Initiative. “We carried the Special

with Special Olympics in 2009. When founding officer Shawn

Olympic torch to Wichita, and then later between Johnson and

Farris retired, Berger took over coordinating the Midnight Run.

Wyandotte counties,” says Sergeant Jordan Couturier.

She now shares the job with Officer Hargis. “It feels good to

Next March, Sergeant Couturier will travel to Abu Dhabi for the 2019 Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Final Leg for

give back. It’s so worthwhile to raise money for athletics and mentoring,” Berger says.

Special Olympics. “I will be running throughout the United Arab

At local Special Olympics competitions, uniformed officers often

Emirates with officers from 50 states and around the world to

present awards. When needed, Berger fills in. “It’s great to hand a

raise awareness and share the message of hope. I am excited

child a ribbon and see that smile. That’s a lot of love right there.”

to represent all LETR programs in Kansas!”

Berger also enjoys the Tip a Cop events, where department

Couturier’s association with Special Olympics reaches

members work in local restaurants. Each January, Leawood’s

back more than a decade. Then, five years ago, his son Gabriel

“Copsicles Team” jumps into icy water as part of the Kansas

was born with Down syndrome. “The fears and tears that you

City area’s Polar Plunge for Special Olympics. A summer car

first go through are hard to describe. But Gabriel solidified

show raises money through entry fees. Here, 50-80 collectors

my involvement in Special Olympics, personalized it and

of classic rides pull into Park Place for a one-day event.

ignited my passion.” The Couturier family has participated in

These everyday heroes, working to protect the city and

the Young Athletes program where Gabriel and other athletes

support Special Olympics, need your support. To donate, go to

focus on agility, throwing and tossing.

SpecialOlympics.org/Kansas

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REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

LEAWOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

THE WOODS ESTATES

$1,675,000

$1,620,000

96%

6.2

HALLBROOK

$1,499,000

$1,360,000

90%

5.2

HALLBROOK

$1,369,000

$1,325,000

96%

4.2

LEAWOOD ESTATES

$1,275,000

$1,250,000

96%

4.1

EDGEWOOD

$1,100,000

$950,000

86%

3.1

HIGHLANDS RANCH

$899,000

$857,000

95%

5.1

HIGHLANDS RANCH

$800,000

$770,000

96%

6.1

THE WOODS VILLAS

$755,000

$737,000

97%

4.1

SADDLEWOOD

$675,000

$664,950

98%

3.2

WILSHIRE PLACE

$625,000

$607,500

97%

4.1

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MASTER FIREFIGHTER III CURTIS NEWMAN L E AWO O D F I R E D E PA RT M E N T

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY? One of my favorite parts of serving the community is the sense of pride in that no matter the time, day, or situation, we will always respond to the emergency and service needs of our residents and visitors. This sense of pride is only enhanced when working on a holiday. While most businesses and other operations take the day off, we will respond. DO YOU DO ANYTHING SPECIAL WITH YOUR STATION AT WORK ON HOLIDAYS? One thing that is always a part of our holidays is a big meal. The fire department is a family in itself, and like any other family, we have dinner together every night. Each person chips in for the groceries, and our holiday meals are typical of what you would find with our families at home. It is not uncommon for our home families to come to the fire station for a short visit. WHAT DO YOU DO WITH YOUR FAMILY TO CELEBRATE THESE HOLIDAYS AROUND YOUR WORK SCHEDULE? Being a family member of a firefighter isn’t always easy. That can be especially true around the holidays. Most of the time, my family HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A LEAWOOD

will celebrate the day before or the day after a holiday for which I

FIREFIGHTER, AND TELL ME A LITTLE BIT ABOUT

am on duty. Some of the time I just have to miss the celebration all

YOUR STATION AND WHAT YOU DO.

together. I definitely appreciate the sacrifice on behalf of my wife and

I have been a Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with the City of Leawood for about 14 years. I work out of fire station

family in the preparation, follow through, and entertaining of family from near and far when I am away.

32, located at 127th and Mission Rd. The Fire Department responds to a variety of incidents including fires, explosions, medical emergencies, hazardous material emer-

HOW DO COMMUNITY MEMBERS SHOW APPRECIATION FOR YOUR SERVICE ON HOLIDAYS?

gencies, technical rescue incidents which can involve high angle/

We feel needed and appreciated year round by the community

low angle rope rescues and flash flood water rescue incidents. The

and city leadership, and we routinely receive praise and thanks.

Fire Department also responds to incidents involving domestic ter-

Around the holidays, there are a few citizens who will donate several

rorism and weapons of mass destruction (WMD). In addition, the

turkeys to have on duty or to take home to our families to enjoy. We

Fire Department responds to a wide variety of non-emergency calls

also receive praise and thanks in the form of sweets! Visitors bring

for service and also provides many community services.

cakes, pies, cookies and more.

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(NOT) HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

(CON TI N UED)

TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOURSELF. I am a POIII (Police Officer), and I have been with the Leawood Police Department for 11 years, eight of which I have been on patrol. I have rotating shifts every three months (days, evenings and midnights). I am a car seat technician, CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) and an E-tech (I went through crime scene school and when a crime occurs I take DNA swabs or fingerprints). I also manage our CAPTURE program for the city. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY? My favorite part of serving the community is the ability to make a change in our citizens’ lives. Whether I come in contact with individuals in a mental health crisis or individuals who have just been victimized, I am able to ensure they get the help they need. It is very rewarding to know that I was able to help make a change for the better in people. DO YOU DO ANYTHING SPECIAL WITH YOUR STATION AT WORK ON HOLIDAYS? Typically, our crews will bring in food to share so that we can hopefully all eat together on the holidays. We try to have a “crew breakfast” when time allows once a month so we can spend some time together. Since our department is smaller, we do not have partners in our vehicles, and the only time we see each other is at the station or out on a call. WHAT DO YOU DO WITH YOUR FAMILY TO CELEBRATE THESE HOLIDAYS AROUND YOUR WORK SCHEDULE? Depending on the day the holiday falls and when my days off fall, I will celebrate with my family before each holiday. When my daughter was younger, she wouldn’t even realize which day was actually Christmas, allowing us to celebrate ahead of time. We have to be flexible around the holidays since I’m typically working. I do enjoy taking my kids to special holiday events as much as possible so that the whole month is filled with family time and fun! HOW DO COMMUNITY MEMBERS SHOW APPRECIATION FOR YOUR SERVICE ON HOLIDAYS? We have several residents who bring in food during the holidays, and all of us appreciate this very much. It is their way of saying thank you, and it speaks volumes. They have also sent in letters and cards to thank us for all that we do especially around the holiday season. Last year, a coworker was the one who warmed my heart the most. He allowed me to stay home on Christmas morning, so I could see my children open their presents on Christmas. It was my son’s first Christmas so it was very memorable.

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OFFICER CHRISTINA FARQUHAR L E AWO O D P O L I C E D E PA RT M E N T

RACHEAL ROBERTS MENORAH NURSE MEDICAL TELEMETRY UNIT TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY. I've worked with Menorah for almost three years now, and have developed the closest of friendships with my coworkers. They really are my second family. I'm currently in school working towards my BSN, with plans to graduate this December. For my senior project, I'm working with the homeless in the KC area, providing medical care, or handing out care packages. My family is small, but we are close. We are a little dysfunctional, but that's what makes my family my favorite. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY/YOUR PATIENTS AT MENORAH? I love the social interactions that I'm able to have with my patients. Most of the patients I treat are elderly, and I love hearing stories about their upbringing because it's so vastly different compared to mine! DO YOU DO ANYTHING SPECIAL WITH YOUR COWORKERS AT WORK ON HOLIDAYS? Those who are able to bring leftovers from their family dinners bring it to share with the unit. For Christmas, we wear our festive sweaters and elves ears or Santa hats. The patients love it when we are in the holiday spirit! WHAT DO YOU DO WITH YOUR FAMILY TO CELEBRATE THESE HOLIDAYS AROUND YOUR WORK SCHEDULE? My family is very accommodating. We plan meals around my work schedule so we can celebrate on the actual holiday. I do sacrifice a little of my sleep to get up earlier to have a meal with my family, but that's a fair trade! HOW DO COMMUNITY MEMBERS MAKE YOU FEEL VALUED WHEN WORKING HOLIDAYS? A patient's family always take the time to mention how appreciative they are of the staff for caring for their loved ones on the holiday. Families tend to bring the big tins of butter cookies to share with the unit (which we love, by the way!) It's not always an action that's needed to feel appreciated, just a few kind words will do the trick.

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TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT WHAT DO YOU DO? I am a 911 dispatcher and have been for nearly 16 years. I am the first point of contact when emergency assistance is needed. It is my responsibility to dispatch out proper authorities to help resolve situations, while staying calm and comforting to anyone on the other end of the phone or radio. I utilize a wide variety of resources such as the telephone, radio system, camera system, mapping systems, and most importantly, computer-aided dispatch to determine a proper course of action. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY? My absolute favorite part of serving the community is that it is unbelievably rewarding. We never know what will be on the other end of a 911 call, but I pride myself in knowing I can be the calm in their storm. DO YOU DO ANYTHING SPECIAL WITH YOUR COWORKERS AT WORK ON HOLIDAYS? Your coworkers become your extended family. You spend a lot of long hours with one another and experience such trauma that makes your bond strong because they understand the mental challenge and can empathize with one another. You cry together or celebrate together, but you see each other through the good and bad. I take full advantage of using the holidays to celebrate one another and help make up for the void of not being with your own family. Public safety is manned 24/7, 365 so we usually prepare for upcoming holidays with goodie bags or a pot-luck dinner. We are pretty limited on what we can do, but we do try to acknowledge special days. WHAT DO YOU DO WITH YOUR FAMILY TO CELEBRATE THESE HOLIDAYS AROUND YOUR WORK SCHEDULE? My husband is a sergeant for a Missouri agency, so between the two of us having public safety scheduling our families have no choice but to celebrate with us either prior to the actual holiday or after it. They’re pretty understanding now, but it took a while to get it that way. The holiday is when we make it.

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SINCE 2013, RED DOOR GRILL HAS BEEN KNOWN TO WELCOME THEIR GUESTS WITH THE FRESHEST, MOST FLAVORFUL FOOD AND EXCELLENT SERVICE, ALL WHILE FEELING RIGHT AT HOME. Founder Gary Zancanelli opened his first location in Leawood five years ago. Since then, his restaurant has earned the reputation for being the best little upscale neighborhood joint. “We’re Kansas City born and braised,” says Zancanelli. “We love this town, and we’re thrilled this town has shown us love in return. People may mistake us for a big chain, but we’re as local as you can get. We want people to feel comfortable and at home. A red door means different things in different cultures, but here it means everyone is welcome, everyone should feel at home and everyone will get treated as family. Upscale means we want you to feel special in our surroundings, but joint means we don’t take ourselves too seriously, nor do our prices. Neighborhood means you’re always among friends. And best? That means if you’re not happy, we’re not happy.” Red Door Grill serves a wide variety of woodfired favorites including burgers, fish, flatbreads and chicken—Zancanelli’s specialty. The secret to their success is what they like to call their smoky trinity.

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“The first thing that hits you when you walk through our doors is the smell of fresh cut wood,” says Zancanelli. “We cook with it, so we haul it in every morning. Our signature flavor comes from a one-of-a-kind blend of pecan, oak and hickory. We call it the smoky trinity, and it gives each of our famous woodfired entrées an intoxicatingly woody taste that enhances each dish without overpowering the natural flavors of our locally sourced, scratch-kitchen ingredients. Plus, we just can’t resist the beautiful harmony of crackling wood and sizzling meat. It’s the sound of delicious, and it sounds a helluva lot better than a heat lamp, no?” Their most popular item is their fried chicken that’s marinated for four days, hand-breaded, dipped in jalapeño juice and pressure fried to perfection. “If you know Gary, you know he knows fried chicken,” says Johnny Rard, vice president of brand and communications. “He spent most of his career cooking it daily. Now, he only serves it one day a week, but for a very good reason—it takes nearly a week to prepare. Red Door has developed quite a following for their fried chicken. Zancanelli spent most of his career as a fried chicken franchise owner and has spent the last several years perfecting his own secret recipe.” “I spent most of my life cooking chicken 365 days a year,” says Zancanelli. “Now, I only cook it on Thursdays. A lot of people look forward to that one day a week.” Other standout menu items include their famous gourmet burgers and weekly specials. “I love the $5 burger on Mondays—you can’t get a burger this good, any cheaper, anywhere else. Our guests also love our weekend brunch and our whiskey-soaked prime rib,” Rard says. For starters, try their fried pickles, tavern tots or sheet pan nachos. For lunch or dinner, order chorizo mac ’n’ cheese with crispy tenders, fried coconut chicken or prime rib grilled cheese. On weekends from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., enjoy their thunderbird brunch burger, pastrami hash, or Johnny be good baked blueberry French toast. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a generous slice of old-fashioned carrot cake, skillet bourbon pecan pie or biscuit beignets, which are English fritters covered in powdered sugar, strawberry-vanilla custard cream sauce and chocolate fudge. Dine outdoors comfortably by the fire year-round on their beautiful patio. “We’re a woodfired grill—of course we love the outdoors. You’ll find a woodfire crackling out on the patio at any one of our three locations. They’re heated in the winter and cooled in the summer, spring and fall—they’re perfect all on their own,” says Rard. Red Door Grill is located in Leawood, Overland Park and Brookside. For more information, visit RedDoorGrill.com. 32

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Home Sweet Home ARTICLE KATHRYN LEO | PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL VERSLUIS

BUILDING A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES

FOUR YEARS AGO WHEN THIS LEAWOOD FAMILY WAS HOUSE HUNTING, THEY WERE ORIGINALLY LOOKING FOR A TRADITIONAL COLONIAL-STYLE HOUSE, BUT INSTEAD FOUND A CAPE COD STYLE HOUSE WHERE THEY PICTURED THEIR DAUGHTERS PLAYING BASKETBALL IN THE DRIVEWAY AND SWINGING ON AN OLD-FASHIONED ROPE SWING IN ONE OF THE ENORMOUS TREES IN THE BACKYARD. Today those dreams have come to fruition in their family-friendly, charming home near Cure’ of Ars Catholic School, where their daughters attend school. “The backyard is really what sold us,” they say. “We love to entertain, and with a covered deck and outdoor fireplace we have created many memories there. We turned the fireplace into gas, just to make it more accessible and easier to use more often.”

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The kitchen had been updated years before they pur-

“Our home is very traditional and classic. We both love

chased the house, so the family has not had to update

navy, gray, and neutrals, so it was an easy fit with furniture

or make many changes except for painting. The kitchen

we already owned,” they say. “We love to have surprise pops

is open to a sitting area/family room, making it easy to

of color here and there, often reflecting the time of year.”

entertain because so many people can congregate in the

For instance, they like to decorate the house sea-

large area. Since the house is older, it does not have the

sonally with nature to bring the outside in, and give the

open floor plan that is so popular now, and the home-

house an organic feel. Currently, they have pumpkins

owners like it that way.

everywhere along with more throws and pillows around

“The girls have room to do their homework while we cook dinner, but we still have space for privacy and quiet on the main floor in other areas.”

for cozy autumn nights. Their daughters like to collect leaves and dry them to bring fall inside. “We truly just want our home to be comfortable and

This is the third house the family has owned, and they

lived in. This is not a house where you can’t put your feet

decorate according to the house and style while at the

on the coffee table or never light the pretty candles. This

same time making it their own. They like to take their

is a home that is lived in,” they say.

time by carefully picking out pieces to hang or display. At

The homeowners believe that a home should reflect

this point the home is about 50 percent decorated which

its owners and should be curated over the years with

means they still have a lot of blank walls and ideas that

memories strewn together throughout the home —

will come to them over time. The homeowners are very

memories they look forward to collecting and creating in

sentimental and the things in their home reflect that.

the years to come.

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GIVING BACK

Leawood Rotary Club

members serve others – and have a good time doing it

ALTHOUGH NANCY TRUITT HAS A SPECIAL-NEEDS SON, SHE

This diverse group comes together for the common purpose of

SAYS THAT HE NEVER EXPECTS SPECIAL TREATMENT. All he

helping others. The many organizations and projects supported

asks is to be able to enjoy many of the same activities that other kids

by the club include: + The Johnson County Christmas Bureau

his age experience. Now he can, thanks to the help of the Leawood Rotary Club. The

+ The REACH program at Bishop Ward High School

club teamed up with the city, the Leawood Foundation, and Variety

+ Tomahawk Creek Trail clean-up

Kansas City to develop an innovative, all-inclusive playground at

+ Shadow Buddies

Leawood City Park.

+ Rotary Youth Camp

“Rotary members embraced the idea of the park and got involved, both financially and with their time,” Truitt said. “This is a

Personal development, networking and social activities also

park where kids like my son can come and play in an environment

are important parts of Rotary. “We serve others and have fun

where they can just be a kid.”

doing it,” Udell says.

The park is just one of the latest ways that the club has given

Rotary is both an international organization and a local club.

back to the community since it was founded in 1995. Nearly 50

Some local members are involved in international missions, such as

members meet at the Hallbrook Country Club each Thursday

installing water filters in people’s homes in Guatemala and Panama,

morning to network, enjoy each other’s company and most impor-

and all are involved in the Leawood community. They also hope to

tantly, look for ways to help.

get involved with stopping human trafficking.

“Our mission is service above self,” President Chuck Udell says.

“We recently took time to step back and put together a three-year

“This means we are there to make things better in our community,

plan to focus on our mission,” Kerr Lindsey says. “More than half of

city and world. We give our time, talent and treasure.”

our members sat down and asked where we are and where we want

Rotary has been in his blood since about age 10, when he visited the club in Savannah, Ga., where his grandfather had been president. Udell believes in the club’s core values of service to others and integrity. “Rotary has what it calls the Four-Way Test,” he says. “Of the things

to go. Because of that, we refocused our efforts on helping Leawood.” May believes she receives more from Rotary than she gives. “Rotary inspires me to do more, give more and make a difference in other people’s lives,” she says.

we think, say and do: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build

Kerr Lindsey agrees: “The people in our club are amazing in giv-

goodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned?”

ing their time, talent and treasure,” she says. “It’s a great feel-good

Vice President Lisa May also found those values compelling: “One of

organization to network and get involved with the community.

my clients recommended me to the club, and I told her I would join when my kids got out of high school and I had the time,” she says. “I was looking for a way to give back. I went to a few meetings and loved it so I joined.”

Rotary is a hidden treasure.” The greatest satisfaction for members, however, comes from the smiles on the faces of people such as Nancy Truitt and her son.

Past President Roxann Kerr Lindsey visited the club because

“Rotary has been so special to us,” Truitt says. “We have gone

it was looking for a representative from her employer. “Once I got

out and had breakfast with them several times. The members are

there, I really enjoyed the group and the opportunity to become

friendly and welcoming, and they have created a sense of family.”

involved in the community,” she says. May and Kerr Lindsey are helping dispel a common misconception

Prospective members are welcome to visit a weekly meeting. For more in-

about Rotary. “It used to be open only to men, but women are now

formation about the Leawood Rotary Club, visit https://leawoodrotary.org/

welcome as well,” Kerr Lindsey says. “Our Leawood club is pretty

or email Chuck Udell at chuckudell@msn.com or Mary Reed, membership

diverse with both men and women and a variety of age groups.”

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ETHICAL PRODUCTION IS A MUST AT GOLDEN & PINE. Their designs come from all around the world, handcrafted by indigenous artisans or produced ethically in factories that pay a living wage, have good working conditions and guarantee no child labor. Armadillo and Co., a rug line they carry, is the perfect example. They are Australian designed and ethically handmade in India. Armadillo and Co. is so committed to the community where their artisans live that they have used profits to start a school for girls that many of the artisan's children attend. Whenever possible, Golden & Pine also love to support the best local and regional designers they can find. They have done particularly well with local ceramics as two of their best sellers are Veak Ceramics, owned by Sarah Veak who produces her line at the Belger Arts Studios in the Crossroads, and The Object Enthusiast owned by Emily Veak. They love supporting locals like these who make their full time career as artists.

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HOPS & VINE

FAMILY DRINKS WE LOVE THEM, BUT IT’S NO SECRET THAT SOME FAMILY MEMBERS MAKE THE HOLIDAYS A LITTLE MORE INTERESTING. CHEERS TO THEM!

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+ 1 part club soda or tonic

+ 1 1/2 ounces Baileys Irish Cream

+ 1/4 cup baking cocoa

+ 1 part Sprite or lemon-lime soda + 1 part cranberry juice + Lime and cranberries for garnish

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Pumpkin Spice Liqueur + 3 ounces cereal milk (steep cereal

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+ 4 cups almond milk

spice Cheerios—in milk for 25-30

+ 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

minutes, then strain)

+ Mini marshmallows and chocolate syrup for garnish

and cranberry juice to a glass of your

DIRECTIONS

choice—the more ornate, the better.

Fill a rocks glass (or any unconvention-

DIRECTIONS

Garnish with lime and cranberries if

al container you have laying around)

In a saucepan, combine sugar, salt and

desired and enjoy!

with desired amount of ice. Add vodka

cocoa. Add water and bring to a boil,

and pumpkin spice liqueur, then top

stirring for 2 minutes. Stir in almond

with cereal milk. Cheers!

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Add vodka, club soda or tonic, Sprite

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St. Joseph Medical Center and The

Annual Gift Gallery of Kansas City is

featuring the brilliant stand up come-

Diocese of Kansas City-St. Josephin-

a premier shopping event bringing to-

dy of Norm Macdonald. He has been

vite you to celebrate the fall Pastoral

gether more than 40 artisans and ven-

repeatedly acknowledged as one of

visit of the Most Reverend James V.

dors selling unique and upscale items

the best comedians of his generation.

Johnston, Jr. Please join us for this joy-

in a festive atmosphere. This annual

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fundraiser is hosted by Curé of Ars

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in the Chapel at 10 a.m.

Mothers of Young Children in partner-

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Synergy Services furthers its mission

Curé of Ars Catholic School, 9401

evening that also includes a cocktails,

ship with Country Club Bank. All pro-

dinner and an auction.

ceeds are donated to local non-profit

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR enjoying a variety of unique sights,

holiday caroling, refreshments and

by Tom’s Town, and more! For more

sounds, and experiences this holiday

much more as the City kicks off the

information visit Saveinckc.org

season. Connect with Kansas City’s

2018 holiday season by illuminating

holiday history and make new mem-

City Hall at the 21st Annual Holiday

ories of your own in this most elegant

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OPERATION BREAKTHROUGH Christmas Program

The Christmas program at Operation Breakthrough provides Christmas gifts and holiday meals to families in need in the central city. The children who receive Christmas aid all come from low-income families which includes children in foster care as well as homeless children. Nearly all live in single-parent families, headed by working-poor women. Donors specify the size of the family they want to adopt and receive a wishlist of gifts of $25 or under. Delivery of gifts for 2018 are due at the Christmas warehouse the week of December 10th. If interested email: holiday@ operationbreakthrough.org or visit Operationbreakthrough.org for more information.

THELMA'S KITCHEN Thelma’s Kitchen is the first donate-what-you-can cafe in Kansas

City and is here to meet the very real needs for affordable food access in the city. This non-profit believes that when we serve together and sit and share a meal together, we begin to understand each other. Thelma’s Kitchen relies on a 90% volunteer staff to help feed our community. Whether you like to make food, interact with guests, or tidy things up, there are many ways to put your skills to use. Thelma's kitchen takes both food and monetary donations and welcome community volunteers. To find out more visit ThelmasKitchen.org.

SINGLE MOM KC Holiday Gift Assistance

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tance. Gift cards range in value and form, but often include needs such as gas, restaurants or coffee shops, and large grocery and department stores. *Please note that the allocation of these resources is determined by leaders within the organization based on some degree of relationship with the family in need. This support is given to single mothers who have attended workshops and events throughout the year. For more information contact SingleMomKc.org

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS KC BBBSKC offers children facing adversity a long-term develop-

mental relationship with a caring adult. Mentors (Bigs) serve as friends, mentors and role models, helping youth gain greater self-confidence. Opportunities range from mentoring a child from 2nd - 7th grade by spending time together a few hours each week doing normal, everyday activities like playing catch, watching a movie or going out for ice cream. The ACES program matches Bigs with Littles who are trying to navigate the exciting, yet sometimes overwhelming process of high school and beyond. Matches get together a few times a month and have fun together doing normal activities, but also focusing on college and career planning. For more information visit bbbskc.org

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