In 1988, Joe (Foo) and Roseann Bremser decided to start a frozen custard store and Foo’s Fabulous Frozen Custard was born. Roseann, who grew up in St. Louis, knew and loved frozen custard from Ted Drewe’s. They worked diligently to create a version of their custard that would be as delicious as what she had grown up with.That recipe remains intact today. They chose Brookside citing, among other things, the walkability and the childhood memories of Foo. “When we were kids, we would get on our bikes and ride to either Prairie Village or Brookside. The cool thing was that we never were told to go away. We hung out at the various establishments and were welcomed. That’s what I wanted - a place to linger, a neighborhood spot. I don’t think it dawned on me until some 30 years later when we seemed almost destined to put Foo’s in Brookside.” Foo’s began to develop a loyal following right from the start - friendly, loyal, real people.

Each year, the Southtown Council publically acknowledges the positive actions taken during the past year at the Beautification Awards event. This year, the event is moving from a dinner to a luncheon on Friday, August 23. Awards will be presented to representatives from small businesses, institutions, neighborhoods, and local government. The circus theme, “Under the Big Top” will include a luncheon and presentation from 11am to 1pm at the Uptown Theater.

KC Clay Guild Teabowl National (KCCG) (TBN) is currently in its fourth year and has presented some of the nation’s finest examples of traditional chawans, yunomis and innovative, creative tea vessels. The show is judged from digital images by a new juror every year. This year's juror is Doug Jeppesen, associate professor of art and ceramics at Wabonsee Community College. Doug has chosen 77 teabowls to be a part of the show, with an Opening Reception from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, August 23rd, at the Thornhill Gallery, Dallavis Center, Avila College. All work will be for sale.

The Research Foundation is currently recruiting Advisory Directors! This volunteer group is made up of a diverse group of individuals from the KC community. The foundation is dedicated to strengthening the community and empowering people to live healthier, productive lives through its health education and scholarship programs including Harmon Diabetes Center, ThinkFirst of Greater Kansas City, nursing scholarships and faculty development.

After three long years of work, contacting and talking with area property owners, the Troost Avenue Community Improvement District was approved by the City Council. The District covers the commercial corridor on Troost Ave. from 46th St. south to 75th St. along with 63rd St. from Pener Plaza west to Rockhill Rd.

The Board members elected to manage the District are Chairman Matt Heinrich–Rockhurst University, Vice President David Pener– Pener Plaza, Secretary Emmanuel Obi– Obi Consulting Engineers, Treasurer Rosetta Smith– Kody’s Learn-N-Develop, and board members Steve Pierce– Muehlebach Funeral Home, Angenette Hollins– Unique Hair Salon, and Theodis Watson, Commerce Bank.

Revenues for the district will be generated from the annual $150 property tax per parcel and a 1/2 cent sales tax. The planned services include litter and graffiti abatement, area awareness officers patrolling the corridor, marketing/promotion of the community, and

Monthly Luncheon
Wednesday, June 19, 11:45am
Guest speaker: Father Curran, President, Rockhurst University
Location: Wornall Road Baptist Church, 400 W Meyer Blvd.
Catered by: Panera Bread
$10/person. RSVP by June 18 to (816) 523-5553 or email Dorna@southtown.org
RSVP’s required

Monthly Networking
Wednesday, June 26, 8-9am
Location: One More Cup
7408 Wornall Rd.
Join with friends, see the facilities and hear what’s going on in the neighborhood!