Michael Stanzak and Mary Hustad, Thanksgiving Basket Committee Chair and "Queen of Baskets"
Rotarians of the Noon and Morningside Clubs gathered for our annual Thanksgiving basket assembly. Approximately 85 families in need received a complete Thanksgiving meal accompanied with hats, mittens and a wool blanket graciously donated by Faribault Woolen Mill. Michael Stanzak led us in prayer, and the Sprague kids directed the Pledge of Allegiance and 4 Way Test. Michael Stanzak shared a heart-warming story about a father, daughter and dog which reminded us about the importance of companionship and having impact on others, even when we don’t even know it. Mary Hustad, the “Queen of the Baskets” organized the groups and the packing commenced. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a huge success!
Blankets from Faribault Woolen Mills with Paul Mooty Team
Margaret Johnson with Edina Morningside Rotary Club Basket Team.
All 85 baskets received a big and beautiful pumpkin pie.
Joe Hayes, ERC Treasurer; Katy Campbell, Gala Chair; Jean Morrison, Holiday Giving Program; Ralph Campbell, ERC Goodwill Ambassador
Mark Stageberg and Thanksgiving Basket building dream team.
Each basket received hats and mittens from the EMRC Warm Hands-Warm Hearts project.
Rick Carlson with finished basket - 85 Edina area families received these wonderful care packages.