2025 Events
No meeting in July
Spring at the Loch - A Fashion Affair
April 3, 2025 .Clothology:135 will be showcasing the newest arrivals from their store. Spring fashion is all about embracing lightness, freshness, and versatility while transitioning from the chill of winter to the warmth of spring. They will be showing beautiful prints, stunning color, styles for every personality. At Clothology:135 the focus on the "study of YOUR style". Clothology:135 wants to embrace the looks that make you....you! It will be a fun Fashion Affair!! Pam Burton, founder of Clothology:135, has a love of fashion & helping other women find clothing that makes them feel good about themselves! Clothology:135 is a local, small, woman-owned business that appreciates your support.
A place for everything!
March 6, 2025. "A Place for Everything: The Power of Assigning a Home to Your Belongings" Do you ever feel frustrated searching for everyday items like keys or chargers? This session will explore how assigning a designated place for your belongings can simplify your routines and create a more peaceful space. You'll learn practical strategies to organize your home in a way that works for you and keeps everything in its place. Small changes can make a big difference -- starting with finding a home for what matters! Julia Scott, owner of Efficiently Neat Professional Organizing, is a mom, wife, & business owner who, like many others, is trying to balance it all! Efficiently Neat is a Professional Organizing company based out of Kansas City, specializing in helping you simplify your space by incorporating efficient systems & processes to ultimately help give you your life back!
It's all about Love
February 6, 2025. Back by Popular Demand - Ginger Rothhaas!! Ginger, author of Being Human and founder of Compassion Fix, will join us again to explore ways to make being human a little easier. This time, she will be talking about love - the types of love we have as humans and how to better love ourselves and others. This will be an interactive fun conversation with practical tools and tips to apply to your life immediately for more love all around. While earning her Master's of Theology and Master's of Divinity, Ginger found her calling: to teach others to see their worthiness, find their purpose, improve their relationships, and live up to their full potential. Her focus is improving relationships that will lead to a life of full potential. Ginger will have her book, Being Human - 150 Practices to Make it Easier, available to purchase at the meeting.
No meeting in January
No meeting in January
It's all the buzz
Fashion Show at Nordstrom
It's all the Buzz - Beekeeping
Fashion Show at Nordstrom
December 5, 2024. Fashion Show, Brunch, and Meeting with election of officers. Fashion Show with Loch Lloyd Home & Garden Club member models. SHOP 'til you DROP or until store closing - 9 p.m.!! ___________________________________________________________
Gift Baskets
It's all the Buzz - Beekeeping
Fashion Show at Nordstrom
November 7, 2024. Emily Hill from Bows and Cookies will present 'Gift Baskets'. She will talk about the history behind the gift basket and the many occasions to gift one.
It's all the Buzz - Beekeeping
It's all the Buzz - Beekeeping
October 3, 2024. Robert Hughes has dedicated his life to the art and science of beekeeping. He began beekeeping over 57 years ago in Soldier, KS. Over the decades, his passion for beekeeping has only deepened, leading him to become a trusted expert in his community. Robert is the founder of BEEKEEPERS .COM, Kansas City's only full service beekeeping store. With a wealth of knowledge he has taught beekeeping classes at JCCC for over 30 years. Robert is known for his generosity in sharing wisdom, advice, and encouragement. Bob continues to be a beacon of knowledge and inspiration in the world of beekeeping. Jessica Popp is a passionate beekeeper dedicated to nurturing bees and bee enthusiasts alike. Jess is Vice President of BEEKEEPERS .COM, the assistant teacher of beginning beekeeping at JCCC, is the Editor for Midwestern Beekeepers Association and currently manages over 30 hives. With her expertise, warmth, and dedication to the world of bees, Jess continues to make a sweet difference in her community and beyond.
The Fabulous Fern
September 5, 2024. Blake Tuohy, decorator and designer from The Fabulous Fern in Olathe, KS, will be demonstrating different techniques for styling outdoor planters for Fall, Christmas, and Winter. Using a variety of pine branches, berries, ornaments, flowers, and lights, Blake will show us how each planter can be decorated uniquely to fit your personal style. With weather resistant products that retain their value, Blake will give you creative ideas to use for years.
Sherri Gallick and the Missouri House of Representatives
August 1, 2024. Representative Sherri Gallick is responsible for portions of Cass and Bates counties (District 62) in the Missouri House of Representatives. She was elected to her first two-year term in November 2022. Sherri will provide an overview of the legislative session and how a bill progresses, discuss what it's like to be in Missouri House of Representatives and the importance of relationships to get bills referred. She will also review the bills she sponsored and co-sponsored that have been signed into law as well as a few priority bills she will file next year.
No meeting in July
Personal Safety - Be the Wrong Person
June 6, 2024. Lou Van Horn will discuss personal safety principles. He will address how to prevent yourself from being a victim and demonstrate certain defense techniques and tools. A slideshow will accompany the presentation with a question and answer session following. You don’t want to miss this informative discussion!
Bluebirds of Happiness
May 2,2024. Why is the Bluebird the State Bird of Missouri? Larry Dobson, longtime member of the Missouri Bluebird Society, will answer this question. He'll discuss how to attract bluebirds, which plants provide food sources for them, and how to build a bluebird house. Come to learn about this amazing & beautiful bird living right here in Loch Lloyd. You'll have a chance to be the lucky winner of a beautiful bluebird house!!
Being Human
Wake Up Spring!
April 4, 2024. Ginger Rothhaas, is a coach, writer, consultant and speaker. She will present her recently released book: Being HUMAN - 150 Practices to Make it Easier. Ginger earned a degree in Theology where she found her calling teaching others valuable lessons in life. Her focus is improving relationships that will lead to a life of full potential. Ginger will do a book signing for the Garden Club. Come and learn Ginger’s secrets for a life worth living.
Wake Up Spring!
Wake Up Spring!
March 7,2024 . After some cold winter days, Erin Busenhart, from Family Tree Nursery, will return to ‘Wake Up Spring’. You may remember Erin from our September meeting when she presented suggestions for Fall décor. Today, she’ll give us Spring décor ideas by planting a spring flower container that will transition into summer. One lucky Loch Lloyd Home & Garden Club member will win the container she creates!
Organizing - ETC
February 1, 2024. Karen Swart from Organizing-ETC discussed organizing your home, office, garage, etc. Her fabulous ideas will turn your messy drawers, closets, shelves into beautifully functional areas. This truly de-stresses your life! Karen is offering free 1 hour consultations to LLH&GC members. Click below for the website.
No meeting in January
Holiday Celebration
December 7, 2023
Oh what fun it is!
The final meeting of 2023 is one to remember! Starting with a specialty cocktail and a drink demo by Kristine, we celebrate another year gone by while socializing with friends.
We decorate gingerbread houses (supplies provided), and the judges will select the best one for a prize!
Meredith Lutz offers the blessing.
Sherèe Lutz, violinist, performs Holiday String Collections.
Election of new officers for President and Treasurer
Holiday Decor with Bella B
November 2, 2023
Bella B is a family-owned business with three stores locally - Overland Park, Stanley, and Paola. The owner, Lynn Bandyk, is passionate about décor. Bella B’s focus is home décor for any occasion with a specialty in holiday décor.
Attendees received a shopping coupon good for the same day shopping! Shop 'til you drop!
CST Sweets
Family Tree Nursery
October 5, 2023
We welcomed Tracy Shiner, chocolatier and owner of CST Sweets. CST Sweets is located in Basehor, Kansas where her company was founded on the principles of family and love. Ms. Shiner presented her melt-in-your-mouth treats to the members and guests of the Loch Lloyd Home and Garden Club. Her company produces chocolates, toffees, brittles, popcorn, biscotti cookies, caramels, and turtles, just to name a few. Delicious samples were passed around at the tables. CST Sweets can create beautiful and delicious gift baskets for the upcoming holidays.
Family Tree Nursery
Family Tree Nursery
September 7, 2023
Another fabulous program from the LLH&GC Program Committee! Ms. Erin Busenhart from FAMILY TREE NURSERY joined us and shared creative ideas to spruce up your front porch and entryway for Fall. If you need design assistance and help planting, Family Tree Nursery can create custom pots for your entryways, outdoors or indoor areas.
Reimagine Hope
August 3, 2023
The LLH&GC Philanthropy Committee brings to you, Dr. Rodney Hammer, founder of REHOPE. REHOPE provides help and housing to women and children who are survivors of sex trafficking. The 17-acre REHOPE in rural Cass County provides safe, long-term housing, trauma therapy, healing programs, education services, job preparation assistance, and support to reenter society.
No meeting in July
Corbin Bronze
June 1, 2023
Mr. Corbin will discuss his career in bronze and his personal history in the world of art that led him to this medium. He will share the methods and processes used to create his amazing bronze sculptures. Mr. Corbin's works are decorative, realistic, and finely detailed.
Run for the Roses with Kentucky Derby hat contest.
May 4, 2023
Lydia Cranston from Hope Meadow Farms will introduce plants native to our area. She will provide gardening tips and advice for your best 2023 planting season!
Kentucky Derby hat contest. Prizes awarded for the most creative, the most unique, and the most elegant.
Infinite Possibilities with Andrea Arlotti and Yoga with Jen Zingg
April 6, 2023
Andrea Arlotti is a Mind-Body Integrative Practitioner and Trauma Specialist. She is the owner and operator of Infinite Possibilities Healing Center and Yoga. Her practice helps guide individuals to bring balance to their nervous system by integrating the brain, body, mind, and spirit for a life where they can THRIVE!
Jen Zingg is a 500 hr certified Yoga Practitioner with an emphasis on guiding self-healing fascia release techniques, restorative yoga, yoga fundamentals, and mindful movement. She completed a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and also has a background as a personal trainer.
Sneak Peak: Mildred's Escape WW2
Annie Presley; A Personal journey
March 2, 2023
Walk the Red Carpet with Loch Lloyd resident:
Ms. Dena Hildebrand
Owner of Butterfly Productions, a local film company since 2018.
Ms. Dena Hildebrand has produced three short films.
As a special treat, we all enjoyed a private viewing of her 2022 documentary,
Mildred’s Escape: A WW2 Survival Story
This is the incredible story of Mildred Schindler Janzen, an American citizen who survived Russian occupied Germany after World War 2
Annie Presley; A Personal journey
Annie Presley; A Personal journey
Annie Presley; A Personal journey
February 3 2023
Annie, a former Loch Lloyd resident, is a published author and political consultant. Annie will be presenting on the road to becoming an author and share some highlights of her amazing career.
You don’t want to miss hearing about Annie’s incredible journey... from politics to publishing!
No Meeting in January
Annie Presley; A Personal journey
Annie Presley; A Personal journey
Orchids and More for Valentine's Day
February 3 2022, David Bird, owner of Bird’s Botanicals discussed the different varieties of orchids and everything you need to know to grow orchids at home! The following week, he returned and brought beautiful plantings and items for purchase.
Orchid lovers enjoyed this informative and fun presentation!
and
A demonstration by Chef Damian Lehman
Chef Damian revealed the secrets of creating spun sugar at home for Valentine's Day!
Roses, Roses Roses
March 3 2022, Sean Holland, from Suburban Lawn & Garden shared his knowledge of 'all things roses'. We learned about the different rose varieties, soil conditions, watering, sun, and disease control.
...and we enjoyed a specialty cocktail to celebrate the luck of the Irish!
Cocktail prepared by the Loch LLoyd Country Club Mixologist, Christine.
Blooming Home Decor and More
Blooming Home Decor and More
April 7 2022, Carrie McCrae, owner of Blooming Home Decor and Upholstery in Leawood, KS discussed how to bring warmth, richness and personality into your home. From refinishing your kitchen or bathroom cabinets to updating your favorite chair with new upholstery, adding a colorful rug or "on trend" draperies ... Carrie has the solution for you!
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Charcuterie Creations and Competition!
Charcuterie Creations and Competition!
May 5 2022
We all enjoyed a special Margarita created by Kristine!
with or without tequila
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Then, a lively demonstration by Claudia Chavez as she taught us how to make delicious tamales at home.
And, Julian Solis gave us all a lesson in SALSA dancing.
Charcuterie Creations and Competition!
Charcuterie Creations and Competition!
Charcuterie Creations and Competition!
June 2 2022
We learned all about how to cut and style different cheeses, meats, veggies and fruits to create an amazing charcuterie board!
We all teamed up to make our own for the competition. Every competition requires judging so a winning team was selected.
This was a great hands-on event allowing us to connect with old friends and meet new friends within our Home and Garden Club.
Wildlife in Loch Lloyd
Charcuterie Creations and Competition!
August 4 2022
Presented by Lakeside Nature Center, Kansas City Missouri
The LLH&GC Beginnings
September 1, 2022
Presented by Barbara McCanse
An amazing trip to the past when the Village of Loch Lloyd first began. Stories from early residents.
Spa Day... A New You for the Holidays!
October 6, 2022
Presented by Associated Plastic Surgeons.
Fascinating discussion focused on facial skin rejuvenation, skin care treatments and skin care products.
Nordstrom Presents: Trends for the Holidays!
November 3, 2022
Nordstrom Stylists and Make-Up Artists will be Presenting What's New
Holiday Cheer!
Holiday Cheer!
Holiday Cheer!
December 1, 2022
Enjoy Holiday Cheer with your friends, relax and enjoy the amazing music, food, and holiday beverages.
2021 Meetings
Pots Galore!
'Pots Galore'
Held at Rosehill Gardens
May 6 2021, Landscape Designer, John Mclenon and Flower Expert, Laurel Taylor, from Rosehill Gardens had an informative discussion and fun planting demonstration.
We all enjoyed a hands on potting event and went home with gorgeous planted pots!
'Thyme' for Herbs
'Thyme for Herbs'
June 3 2021, Starting with our first speaker from Suburban Lawn & Garden, Sean Holland. Sean gave an informative presentation about how to plant, grow, and cultivate herbs at home.
Next, Laura Laiben, owner, "The Culinary Center of Kansas City" and Chef Jill Garcia Schmidt gave us a live cooking lesson using a delicious herb marinade for bite-size steak appetizers and a fabulous sauce for dipping. Recipes were shared!
A few Past Meetings
Organizing - ETC
Refined Interior Staging Solutions
Refined Interior Staging Solutions
March 5, 2020. Karen Swart from Organizing-ETC discussed organizing your home, office, garage, etc. Her fabulous ideas will turn your messy drawers, closets, shelves into beautifully functional areas. This truly de-stresses your life! Karen is offering free 1 hour consultations to LLH&GC members. Click below for the website.
Refined Interior Staging Solutions
Refined Interior Staging Solutions
Refined Interior Staging Solutions
February 6, 2020. Helen Bartlet discussed ways to stage your home
It's All About the Tree!
It's All About the Tree!
It's All About the Tree!
December 5, 2019. We had a great time getting ready for the holidays! We watched an exciting demonstration of decorating, updating, and reinventing four trees for the Christmas season. Each tree was uniquely decorated in a different style. Next, a demonstration and tasting of four delicious holiday cocktails got everyone in the holiday "spirit." Recipes were shared. A cookie exchange followed the meeting. A great time was had by all!r great stories to help turn potential customers into loyal ones.
Bella B Decor & More
It's All About the Tree!
It's All About the Tree!
November 7, 2019. Lynn Bandyk, owner of Bella B Décor, presented fabulous tablescapes for the upcoming holidays, revealing several beautiful tables with festive pumpkins for October, rustic sticks and shiny ornaments for November and December. She showed us how easy it is to update your decor from season to season. holiday sale or weekly special? Definitely promote it here to get customers excited about getting a sweet deal.