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“That’s Entertainment” Team Gala 2019 extends a heartfelt thank you to all the Rotarians, their spouses and families for supporting our Oct. 5 fundraiser for Edina Rotary Foundation. It’s a “Gala-ctic” win for our community and international grant funds.
Among the positive feedback shared with President Josh Sprague and Co-Chairs Katy Campbell and Gary Pedersen:
“Congratulations on a fabulous Gala! What a great vibe, fun evening, empowering young people and creating excitement for the purpose of Rotary….” And, “Congratulations on a wonderful fundraiser. You and your team hit the ball out of the park on all fronts. Thank you for leading such an outstanding effort…”
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Thanks a million to the 40-plus Rotarians who volunteered and worked hard to make this night possible:
Check-in: Greg Hanks with Southdale Y Team
Decorations: Katy Campbell, Gary Pedersen
Gala Promo Video Stars: Matt Boockmeier, Wooj Byun, Katy Campbell, Tom Cook, Bridget Hallstrom, Harold Hanson, Jennifer Hendrickson, Dan Hennen, Toshie Metzger, Jean Morrison, Lloyd Pearson, Gary Pedersen, Paul Peterson, Sandy Schley, Stefan Smith, Michael Stanzak, Mary Younggren
Heads ‘N’ Tails Game: Mark Arnold, Jennifer Hendrickson, Jody Kern
Live Auctioneer: Jon Barnett with Katy Campbell
Marketing Communications: Jennifer Bennerotte, Kaylin Eidsness
Printing: Mark Jessen
Raffle: Tom Bach, Marty Kupper, Kip Peterson
Registration & Reservations: Club Amin Becci Michalski, Jennifer Bennerotte, Bridget Hallstrom, Dennis Hykes, Josh Sprague, Fred Sylvester
Setup & Cleanup: David Clynes, Sharon Chandler, Heather Hansen, Bridget Hallstrom, Jennifer Hendrickson, Gary Pedersen
Silent Auction: Heather Hansen, Chair; Joe Arends, Tom Bach, Sharon Chandler, Don Hutchison, Katy Campbell, Mary Swendsen. Outside volunteers: Ralph Campbell, Carl Hansen
Sponsorships: Gary Pedersen, Chair; Katy Campbell, Mike Kallas, Gary Pedersen, Josh Sprague, Nate Wenner, Mary Younggren
Table Seating and Name Tags: Ann Platt, Mary Hustad