Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — December 23, 2009

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

Leawood Legislative Luncheon -GA100106

Jan. 6, 2010, 12:00 at Bonefish Grill, 5021 W. 135th Street, Leawood, Public 66224
Cost: $25 for members, $30 for non-members. Prepayment is required. By clicking on the "Register Online" link, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

Join us for lunch and conversation with Leawood's State Senator John Vratil and Representatives Pat Colloton and Kevin Yoder before they head up to Topeka for the 2010 legislative session.

The Chamber will present Leawood's delegation with our 2010 Legislative Priorities, and then each elected official will give a short presentation on what they feel will be the hot issues in Topeka this session.

Presenting Sponsor: Sprint

Seating is limited. Individual admissions are $25 for Chamber members and $30 for non-members.

CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register today!

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, December 31st by 5:00 pm. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after December 31st.

— Register Online

Mayor's State of the City Address GOV100114

Jan. 14, 2010, 11:30 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, Admin 66221
Cost: $32 for members, $42 for non-members. Prepayment is required. By clicking on the "Register Online" link, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

Don't miss the chance to hear Leawood Mayor Peggy Dunn address accomplishments, issues and concerns facing our Leawood community. Join your neighbors and members of the Leawood Chamber of Commerce as we present the 9th Annual Mayor's State of the City Address and Luncheon.

Seating is limited, so make your reservation today. Individual admissions are $32 for Chamber members and $42 for non-members.

Sponsorships are available, so please contact Stephanie Scholfield at stephanies@leawoodchamber.org if you are interested

CHAMBER MEMBERS use the link below to register!

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The reservation deadline for this event is Monday, January 11th by 5:00 p.m. Sorry, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations received after the reservation deadline.

— Register Online

Morning Mingling MM100105

Jan. 5, 2010, 8:00 at McAuley & Crandall, PA, 13200 Metcalf, Suite 130, Overland Park, Non-Compliant 66213 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $10 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass. MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking and a continental-style breakfast. Attendees will also have the opportunity to win some great door prizes.

Chamber members use the link below to register today!

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

The registration deadline for this event is Friday, January 1st, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

Leawood Young Professionals After Hours Networking YP100106

Jan. 6, 2010, 5:00 at Tannahs, 5041 W. 135th Street, Leawood, 66224 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost for to attend this event. Leawood Chamber Members and Guests are invited. CHAMBER MEMBERS Register by clicking on the link below:

2010 is here! Stop by Tannahs for great networking, food, and fun!

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!

Chamber members use the link below to register today!

NON-MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO CONTACT THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 913-498-1514 TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or send an email to pamelan@leawoodchamber.org.

Registration deadline is Monday, January 4th by 5:00 pm!

Leawood Community Events

Center Winter Warm-Up

Jan. 10, 2010, 11:00am at Jewish Community Center, 5801 W. 115th Street, Overland Park, 66223
Contact: Lauren Goldman – laureng@jewishkc.org 9133278094
Cost: Free Weblink: http://www.jcckc.org

Free and open to the public!

It’s that time of year again, the temperature outside may be cold but The Center is warming up. The Center’s 3rd annual Center Winter Warm Up is being held on January 10, 2010. Here’s some of what to expect at The Center for the day:

* Meet Sluggerrr 
* Kansas Cosmosphere
* BodyJam, BodyAttack & Body Flow New Music Launch
* Meet Dynamo, the Kansas City Wizards mascot
* Youth Fitness Zone Wall Climbing & Contest
* Racquetball tournament 
* Free health screenings 
* Carnival games 
* Face painting 
* Chair massages 
* Basketball Shoot-Out Competition
* Kinesis Demo and Class
* Water aerobics 
* Register to win a Kansas City Wizards VIP Experience 
* Bayer's Making Science Make Sense program will bring two amazing science experiments for hands on fun! Sticky Icky will create a kind of silly putty and Blue & White will show how oxygen affects color changes. Scientists Sara Leibowitz and David Eigenberg (Rhonda's husband) will bring their science kits.

News & Announcements

Chamber Office Closed in Observance of the Holiday

The Chamber office will close in observance of the holiday on Thursday, December 24th at noon. The office will reopen on Monday, December 28th.

In case of an emergency, please call 913-645-8237, and your call will be returned as quickly as possible.

Happy Holidays!

HER LIFE Magazine

HER LIFE Magazine recently joined the Leawood Chamber and would like to offer their fellow chamber members a discount on advertising!

To see their special, visit the Member MarketPlace at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/view_marketplace.cfm?marketitem_id=160

Call Brandy at 816-223-9395 to request information regarding the Leawood Chamber Special they are running!

EFFORTLESS GIFT GIVING AT SUNLIGHT DAY SPA

The holidays are a time of celebration and joy. But the season can also bring a good deal of stress, with a busy schedule, increased responsibilities and the challenge of selecting that perfect gift.

Sunlight Day Spa aims to eliminate part of that stress by making gift giving easy and effortless. A spa gift certificate is appropriate for people of both genders and all ages, making it one of the few situations where one size really does fit all.

To celebrate the holidays, Sunlight Day Spa is offering another reason to pick up a spa gift certificate: They are offering a super gift certificate special! Visit the Member MarketPlace at http://www.leawoodchamber.org/view_marketplace.cfm?marketitem_id=162 to view this great deal!

Sunlight Day Spa specializes in healing and stress relief through a variety of therapies. Its offerings include massage, infrared sauna treatments, facials, body wraps, microdermabrasion and men’s services. The spa was voted one of the top day spas in the metropolitan area in KC Magazine’s 2010 City’s Best competition.

Bonefish Grill Supports Local Business

In an ongoing mission to support local business, Bonefish Grill of Leawood is proud to announce the addition of three local wines from Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery in Louisburg, Kansas to their menu.

Currently available: a Chardonel, Flyboy Red and a woody Cuvee Rouge.

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