One Night. Lasting Impact.
At the heart of Tinsel & Tidings are the children and families who rely on the B.E. Smith Family Center. Your support helps fund early intervention and education programs that give every child the chance to thrive — regardless of the challenges they face.
A Place Built for Possibility
The B.E. Smith Family Center is more than a building — it’s a hub of hope. Home to both Britain Development and Early Learning, it offers integrated therapies and inclusive education under one roof. Here, children with developmental delays and their typically developing peers learn, grow, and play side-by-side. Your gift helps fund this unique space and the life-changing support it provides to families across the region.
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Do good
A Night To Dazzle and Do Good
November 6, 2025 ✦ 5:30-9 pm
Overland Park Convention Center
6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, Kansas
Tinsel & Tidings is the next chapter in a beloved holiday legacy — formerly known as “Tiny Tim Holiday Fantasy.” New name. Same mission.
It’s an evening filled with festive style, moving stories, and meaningful impact. From dinner and drinks to live entertainment and spirited giving, expect a night to remember — and a cause worth celebrating.
Agenda
5:30-7pm
Reception and Hors d’Oeuvres
7-9pm
Dinner, Program, Festive Fashion Face Off, and Live Auction
Bid Big. Give Bigger.
Our live auction is packed with exclusive experiences, unforgettable getaways, and one-of-a-kind items — all donated to drive support for the B.E. Smith Family Center. Get ready to raise your paddle and raise real dollars for families who need it most.
The Outfits Are Extra — So Is the Impact
The Festive Fashion Face Off is a feel-good competition that funds essential programs at the B.E. Smith Family Center. Cheer on your favorite local leaders as they compete in the ultimate holiday style showdown.
“Tiny Tim inspired the tradition. Tinsel & Tidings carries it forward — with fresh energy, broader reach, and the same commitment to kids.”
Amy Milroy, Director of B.E. Smith Family Center
event ChairS
John & Becky Almeida
AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation is pleased to announce John and Becki Almeida will serve as chairs for the 2025 Tinsel & Tidings Event. The Almeidas began their involvement with the B. E. Smith Family Center before there was a B. E. Smith Family Center. Their youngest daughter, Sara, was enrolled in the Early Learning Center (ELC) when Becki was employed with AdventHealth. Their choice to enroll Sara at the ELC was due to the faith-based childcare and education provided and access to on-site childcare.
When Sara began attending the ELC, the Britain Development and ELC were housed in the original Shawnee Mission Medical Center hospital building. Once construction began on the B. E. Smith Family Center, both programs were relocated to the Life Dynamics building. When the B. E. Smith Family Center opened in April 2019, Sara was able to experience the new building, classrooms, and playgrounds. Through all of the moves, one thing remained consistent...the care and devotion of the teachers and staff.
In addition to Sara attending the ELC on a regular basis, the Almeida’s older daughter, Emma, attended during school and summer breaks and the occasional snow day. Both girls have wonderful memories of their experiences and friendships from the ELC and the family still sings the meal prayer the girls learned while attending the ELC.
The Almeida’s support the B. E. Smith Family Center so that other employees have access to faith-based childcare, education, and on-site care. John is owner and partner of MedDevelopment, LLC, a Kansas City based development firm specializing in medical office buildings and hospitals, both locally and nationally. Becki is also part of the MedDevelopment team, serving in the role of office administrative assistant.
2025 event committee
James Butler, Jr., Lindsay Jager, Kathie Lumbard, Leah Ridgway, M.D., Kathy Saunders, Ronda White, Amy Milroy, Johanna Blackburn, Nathan Marticke, Laurie McCormack, Kris Meyer, Stephanie O’Sullivan
Become a sponsor
If you’re interested in putting your brand behind a cause that creates real change for children and families, let’s connect.
Special thanKs
A heartfelt thank you to our emcees, auctioneers, and every generous sponsor. Your support helps power the programs and possibilities inside the B.E. Smith Family Center.
Rex and Jennifer Hudler, emcees ✦ Nigro Brothers Auctioneers, auctioneers
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