Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — December 31, 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.

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:

Make networking your New Year's resolution and join us at the first morning event in 2010 hosted by McAuley & Crandall, PA!

As always, you will have the opportunity to participate in the best networking around town! Attendees will also enjoy great breakfast treats courtesy of ingredient Restaurant.

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.

Core Advocates Executive Briefing - Results

Jan. 12, 2010, 11:00am at Bonefish Grill in Leawood, 5021 W 135th St, Leawood, 66224
Contact: Shawn Kinkade – skinkade@aspirekc.com 913-660-9400
Cost: See web site for event cost. Weblink: http://coreadvocates01122010.eventbrite.com/?ref=ebtn

Are your Goals working for you?

Or is lack of definition working against you? Many businesses & professionals don’t realize they are losing business by not clearly defining their Expected Results. There’s a better way to grow your business – and defining your Expected Results is a critical part of making that work!

Come to the Core Advocate Executive Briefing on January 12th to learn how defining your Results affects your business and learn about Core Advocate’s proven system for converting connections and networks into a new business pipeline.

During lunch, enjoy networking with key business professionals and learn how to start managing your Results.
Featuring:

David Wilke – VP Small Business Banking Commerce Bank
“Expected Results for 2010 – Defining your Game Plan!”

And
Shawn Kinkade – President- Aspire Business Development, affiliate partner of Core Advocates
“Reputation, Resources and Relationships – Generating Results!”

Sign Up Today!

J. Hathaway Shoe Boutique Grand Opening

Jan. 16, 2010, 10:00am at J. Hathaway Shoe Boutique, 11531 Ash Street (Park Place), Leawood, 66211
Contact: J. Hathaway Shoe Boutique – 913-451-7463
Weblink: http://www.hathawayshoe.com/Events.html

Add Sophistication and Style to your shoe wardrobe with the service and style found only at J. Hathaway Shoe Boutique.

Join J. Hathaway Shoe Boutique for their Grand Opening Celebration on January 16th sponsored by HerLife Magazine!  The fun starts at 10am and continues until 8pm with prizes, giveaways, and swag bags, and discounts all day!  Stop by for giveaways and goodies from Aestheticare, Cupcake A La Mode, Trezo Vino, and Flowers by Emily.  For more information, call 913.451.7463 or visit http://www.hathawayshoe.com.

News & Announcements

Menorah Medical Center Staff Physicians Named To KC Magazine’s 2010 Super Doctor’s® List

Overland Park, Kan. (December 30, 2009) – Menorah Medical Center, an HCA Midwest Health System hospital, and Midwest Physicians today announced that two of their physicians, Laurie D. Fisher, MD, and Hamner Hannah III, MD, were named to KC Magazine’s 2010 Super Doctor® list, an honor given to them by Kansas City area physician colleagues.

The magazine polled physicians throughout the greater Kansas City area, asking who they would select if they needed medical care. Responding doctors nominated colleagues from multiple specialty areas. Drs. Fisher and Hannah represent the practice areas of family medicine and cardiothoracic surgery respectively.

“These physicians are well-known for the quality and compassionate patient care they deliver,” says Steven D. Wilkinson, president and CEO, Menorah Medical Center “And it’s a special honor for them to be recognized in this way by colleagues.”

Dr. Fisher is a board-certified family medicine physician with Town Plaza Family Practice. She has more than 12 years experience and specializes in pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and geriatric medicine, with a particular emphasis on women’s healthcare management. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Kansas Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Fisher received her medical degree from Sanford  School of Medicine-University of South Dakota School and completed her residency at Truman ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Chamber Office Closed for the Holiday

The Chamber office will be closed on January 1, 2010 in observance of the New Year.

In case of an emergency, please call 913-645-8237.

Happy New Year!!

Women’s Health Provides Holistic Approach to Women’s Care

When patients come to Women’s Health, they often notice there is something different about this obstetrics, gynecology and midwifery practice. That’s because the practice is built around the idea of providing holistic care to women, which means that in addition to receiving care for their physical health, women are also cared for spiritually, emotionally and psychologically.

Becky Graham, DO, an obstetrician-gynecologist, cares for patients at Women’s Health in partnership with two certified nurse midwives, Pam Auman, RN, CNM and Samantha Petersen, RN, CNM. Dr. Graham believes their holistic approach provides women with a higher quality of overall care. “When we see patients, not only are we concerned with their reproductive health, but we also take the time to listen and understand their spiritual, emotional and psychological needs and integrate that into their care,” says Dr. Graham. With the holistic approach, patients also have access to the latest in obstetrics and gynecology care, including minimally invasive surgery and hysteroscopy.

That level of personal involvement in each patient’s care is what drew Auman, a certified nurse midwife for more than 10 years, to pursue her midwife certification. Prior to completing her certification, Auman had worked as a registered nurse for more than 30 years, having earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing and Master’s of Science in Perinatal Nursing degrees at the U ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Make Reservations for Camp Ironwoods in Ironwoods Park

The Leawood Parks and Recreation Department will begin accepting cabin reservations for Camp Ironwoods in Ironwoods Park beginning Monday, January 4th, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Reservations will be accepted for the 2010 cabin rental season, which runs April through October. Telephone reservations are accepted Tuesday-Friday from 10 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and walk-in reservations are accepted Wednesday-Friday from 10 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at the Prairie Oak Nature Center. Payment in-full is required at the time of reservation. Virtual tours of all four cabins are available online at
http://www.leawood.org/parks/campcabins.aspx

For availability, or to receive additional information or to make a reservation, please call the Prairie Oak Nature Center from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday at 913-681-0902.

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