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November, 01 2008 - Catholic Charities -"Late Night with Catholic Charities"

What: A Benefit for Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph

Where: Grand Ballroom at the Kansas City Convention Center

When: Saturday, November 1, 2008

Time: 6:00 PM

Beneficiary: Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph, Inc.

Master of Ceremonies: Larry Moore

Honoree(s): Mr. and Mrs. William Dunn, Jr.

Presenting Sponsor(s): DST, Country Club Bank, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City

Gala Chairperson(s): Diane Keating, Teri and Jeff Neustaedter

Executive Director: Rozanne Prather

Staff: Kathie Conwell, Moira Healy, Teresa Sosinski, Alice Zeorlin

Welcome: Rozanne Prather, Executive Director of the Catholic Charities Foundation

Speaker: Prayer: Bishop Robert Finn, Thank you to Mr. Dunn- Rita Flynn

Catering: Brancatos

Entertainment: "Late Night with Catholic Charities" Starring: Cathy Barnett, Charles Fugate, George Hans, Fr. Matt Ruhl, with creative direction by Dan Barnett

Sponsors: CBIZ, Carondelet Health Systems, Dr. Annette & Mr. Scott Beck, Ms. Diana K. Keating, Meiners Convenience Stores

Auctioneer: Ken Buell

Menu: Uptown Filet of Beef Bearnaise, Mediterranean Crusted Salmon with Sun Dried tomato & Pine Nuts, Parmesan Risotto, Fresh Glazed Balsamic Green Beans, SoHo Bistro Salad with Dried Cranberries & Feta, Hearth Baked Dinner Rolls & Butter, Trump-Rich Lemon Ccake with Citrus Creme Custard

Attire: New York Chic

Special Thanks: G-Day Imports

Board of Directors: Catholic Charities Foundation Board of Directors: Jeff Akerly, Don Allen, Brent Arensberg, Greg Callahan, Mike DeVries, Michael Harlterman, Dr. Roshan Paiva, Karen Mitchell-Layton, David Neumann, Phil Orscheln, Steve Pierce, Terry Supple, Rev. Patrick Tobin, Pat Zidar

Blacktie Photos by: Greg Lawrence for Blacktie Kansas City

Late Night with Catholic Charities Kansas City-St. Joseph" November 1, 2008
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Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph

Late Night with Catholic Charities

The Grand Ballroom at Bartle Hall was in a "New York state -of-mind" on Saturday, November 1st as 450 guests at the 10th Annual Savor the Flavors enjoying the ambience of New York right in the heart of Kansas City.  Guests were treated to appetizers served from "street vendors", martinis poured through an icy luge and entertainment by "Sr. Mary David", played exceptionally well by local actress, Cathy Burnett.

While celebrating the tenth anniversary of Savor the Flavors, Catholic Charities honored Mr. and Mrs. Bill Dunn, Sr. for their dedication to the work of Catholic Charities, especially the TurnAround program.  TurnAround owes it growth as the preeminent re-entry program in Northwest Missouri directly to the generosity of the Dunn Family.  Their generous support has allowed hundreds of men and women to re-establish their lives upon release from prison.

In addition to the wonderful dinner and a live auction-which included several coveted vacation spots-supporters enjoyed Late Night with Catholic Charities.  Hosted by "Sister Mary David" instead of her more famous counterpart from New York, the show capped an evening of fun and raised more than $75,000 to support the works of Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St.Joseph.