Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — August 1, 2008

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

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Leawood Chamber Events

General Membership Meeting - Election Reflections

Aug. 12, 2008, 11:30am at Leawood South Country Club, 12700 Overbrook Rd., Leawood, 66209
Cost: $20 members (paid in advance), $22 non members.

Join Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members for some of the area's best networking while enjoying an informative program and a great meal.

Our newest Chamber members will be presented in our quarterly "Chamber Debut". Each attendee will receive a business card and a description from each business that has joined the Leawood Chamber in the past 90 days.

This month's guest speaker is Fred Logan, a Leawood resident who has served as a KCTV5 Political Analyst since 2002. Fred will be sharing with us his thoughts on the upcoming elections.

Fred will be covering the Democratic and Republican National Conventions for KCTV5 and will again be on the stations election set in November. He writes a biweekly column, "Public Affairs Journal" for the Kansas City Business Journal and has appeared on KCPT's Kansas City Week in Review with Nick Haines.

Enjoy this informative presentation and remember to vote in all upcoming elections!

The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, August 7th by 5:00 pm, so use the link below to register today!

— Register Online

Morning Mingling

Aug. 5, 2008, 8:00am at Sullivan's Steakhouse, (One Nineteen Development), 4501 W. 119th Street, Leawood, 66211 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend for Chamber members. Guests $5 at the door or call Chamber for guest pass

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking at the new Sullivan's Steakhouse!

Along with making new business connections, attendees will also have the opportunity see one of Leawood's new restaurants in the One Nineteen development.

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

After Hours Networking

Aug. 20, 2008, 5:00pm at Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd., Overland Park, 66211 — 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.

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

Registration deadline is August 18th.

Bonus Networking Session

Aug. 28, 2008, 5:00pm at Commerce Bank, Corinth Square, 4006 W. 83rd Street, Prairie Village, 66208 — Register Online

This After Hours event is a networking bonus! Commerce Bank and AT&T are co-sponsoring this event for members of the Northeast Johnson County Chamber and members of the Leawood Chamber.

Don't miss this evening of building business connections with fellow Chamber members and NE Johnson County Chamber members to develop new relations between our communities.

The reservation deadline for this event is Tuesday, August 26th.

Leawood Community Events

Leawood Art Show

Aug. 8, 2008, 5:30pm at M&I Bank, 11301 Nall, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Tony Zuzzio – tony.zuzzio@micorp.com 913-323-7746

Mark your calendars for the Leawood Art Show, August 8th, at M&I Bank!

Four local artists will be featured and there will be delicious appetizers and drinks for all.

Also, there will be a drawing for several Visa gift cards!

SAFEHOME's 15th Annual Golf Tournament

Aug. 12, 2008, 9:00am at Loch Lloyd Country Club, 16750 Country Club Dr., Belton,
Contact: Michele Davis – mdavis@safehome-ks.org 913-378-1512
Cost: For cost information to play, call 913-378-1512. Weblink: http://www.safehome-ks.org

SAFEHOME, Johnson County's only provider of services for victims of domestic violence, will hold it's 15th Annual SAFEHOME Golf Tournament on August 12th at Loch Lloyd Country Club.

Registration begins at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. The cost to play per player includes 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch, beverages, gifts, snacks, hole contest, and fabulous door prizes! Participants will also have a chance to win a 2008 Lexus RX 350 or bid on a trip to play golf at Pebble Beach.

News & Announcements

Nominations Sought from Community for Expanded Pinnacle Awards

The Johnson County Library Foundation is seeking public nominations for the 2008 Pinnacle Awards. The Pinnacle Award was launched in 2002 by the Johnson County Library Foundation to recognize Excellence in the Arts. The award has been presented annually to a significant artist or arts supporter whose work has influenced the cultural well-being of the community.

This year, the Foundation is expanding the Pinnacle Award to include three additional categories, which highlight a program or special area of emphasis at the Johnson County Library.

The additional awards will recognize Excellence in:

Advocacy and Public Engagement - Presented to a recognized leader who has made substantial philanthropic or public contributions to our community's improvement and development.
Business and Entrepreneurship - Presented to a business person who has demonstrated innovation, an exceptional entrepreneurial talent and spirit, and contributed dynamic growth and economic well-being to our community.
Literacy and Education - Presented to an individual who has demonstrated a sustained commitment, either professionally or as a volunteer, to serving the causes of literacy or life-long learning in our community.

All honorees must demonstrate excellence in their professional field or philanthropic pursuits.

Nominations may be submitted by the public via the Foundation’s Web site: Carbon Footprints

In order to help businesses focus on "Clear Thinking, Clear Air", the Mid-America Regional Council created the AirQ Workplace Initiative.

Their tip for July focuses on carbon footprints. You probably have heard the term "carbon footprint", but might not be sure exactly what it means. A carbon footprint measures the impact an individual's actions have on our environment. To figure out one's impact you must calculate the amount of emissions individuals produce through driving, flying, using lawn equipment and other everyday activities.

How can you reduce your environmental shoe size?

Do the Math: Figure out your carbon footprint. Check out CarbonFootprint.com, or the EPA's personal emissions calculator.

Around the house: Practice simple actions like turning your air conditioner to 72 degrees or use compact fluorescent light bulbs. These cost effective ideas save you money, while making our air cleaner. For more tips visit CarbonFootprint.com.

Out & about: Reduce emissions by carpooling, limiting recreational driving, biking, or staying in for lunch. To connect with carpoolers in the area, check out R ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Atlas Chiropractic & Acupuncture celebrates its Grand Opening!

On July 18th, Atlas Chiropractic & Acupuncture celebrated their Grand Opening with a ribbon cutting. The festivites continued with an Open House and Office Tour following the ceremony.

Their office utilizes gentle chiropractic and acupuncture techniques to treat patients of every age. Stop by their office at 13010 State Line Road in Leawood.

Congratulation and Best Wishes for your continued success!

Atlas Chiropractic Ribbon Cutting 07/18/2008

From L to R: Troy Burgess, First National Bank of Olathe; Kevin Jeffries, Leawood Chamber; Angela Davidson, Leawood Chamber; Mike McAuley, McAuley Unique Asset Solutions, LLC; James Azeltine, Leawood City Council; Dr. Kancee Willis, Atlas Chiropractic; Dr. Sean Lee, Atlas Chiropractic; Mayor Peggy Dunn, City of Leawood; Susan Mulhall-Smith, The Mission Bank; and Terri Murphy, Peoples Bank.

... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Summer Art Sale at ARTichokes

Friday, August 1st from 6-9 pm and Saturday, August 2nd from 10 am -4 pm, stop by ARTichokes for their Summer Studio Sale!

ALL of the artwork and merchandise will be discounted, including Ellen Sweeney's work at Rm39. Plus, many of their past artists are bringing in pieces as well. Stop by to shop and support the Arts this weekend at ARTichokes.

ARTichokes is located at 10557 Mission Road in Leawood (Mission Farms). For more information, call 913-322-9481.

North Restaurant Opens in Leawood

NoRTH restaurant opens today at the new One Nineteen shopping district at the southeast corner of 119th Street and Roe Avenue.

The new restaurant fills a niche for modern Italian fare, contemporary interiors and an overall “big city” dining experience albeit in a Johnson County suburb.

The area’s new Italian trattoria held a pre-opening charity event to benefit the Kansas City-based Medical Missions Foundation on Friday, July 25. Nearly $12,500 was collected and will help sponsor missions to Panama, Guatemala, Romania and the Philippines this year. MMF provides aid to indigent people of developing and economically depressed countries throughout the world by providing surgical and medical care to children as well as other health care services. For more information regarding MMF please visit www.mmfworld.org.

The restaurant will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Guests will discover many appetizing dishes on NoRTH’s distinct menu, including Crisp Calamari, Baby Arugula & Grilled Lemons, and the Fork n’ Knife Meatball & Mozzarella sandwich.

NoRTH’s dinner guests will find the restaurant’s hip, casual and elegant atmosphere the ideal backdrop for an evening on the town. Many roasted and grilled dishes are available and the carefully thought-out menu changes seasonally. The restaurant’ ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Avoiding the Revolving Door

On Tuesday, August 26, 2008, from 8 a.m.- Noon, Saint Luke's Health System is offering their second-annual education and networking session designed to help MBE and WBE companies begin, maintain, and grow their business relationships. The session will be held in Pierson Auditorium on the University of Missouri-Kansas City campus.

New this year: An MBE/WEB leadership series sponsored by Novation, "Is your Business in the Game?", presented by the Wheeler Group, LLC

There is no fee to attend, but space is limited, so REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Call Saint Luke's NurseLine at 816-932-6220 or click here to register online.

Member Profile

A Wine Flights Bar & Bistro

Come visit Leawood and Kansas City’s first “wine flights” bar!

As a true classic wine bar, A Wine Flights Bar and Bistro offers Kansas City and Johnson County the largest selection of wine flights, 65 plus (three, 2oz pours), wines by the taste (2oz) or glass (6oz) at 200 wines (and growing).

Wine tasting is what we do, and we encourage you to mix and match our wine flights according to your taste and meal. Our décor promotes comfort and wine conversations. Open daily at 11:00 AM, 7 days a week. Bistro menu served open to close.

For more information, call 913-402-9800.

Leawood Chamber of Commerce
11300 Tomahawk Creek Parkway #240, Leawood, KS 66211
Web: www.leawoodchamber.org
Email: chamber@leawoodchamber.org
Voice: 913-498-1514 Fax: 913-491-0134

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