Our 1st Dessert Showcase in the books! We raised an approximate INCREDIBLE $8500.00 for Friends of Fine Arts!
Just WOW!
The event was an AMAZING SUCCESS! We had a wonderful night with bright talent, delicious desserts, fundraising baskets, games and socializing! This premier event would not be possible without the help and dedication of MANY people! The funds raised will go towards summer grants and senior scholarships! We are fortunate to have such a giving community!
First and foremost, are the parents that support the FOFA programming by attending events, financial donations, and encouraging the staff and students to pursue their love of the arts. Thank you!
Thank you to Jen VanHoutan and sidekick, Karrie Donat, for many behind the scenes planning, organizing and keeping the momentum going in a positive and effective way! They wore many hats and we are so grateful for their dedication!
Ziba Irvin for being our fearless leader, always willing to help, problem solve and keep us all on track! Thank you!
Andy Pawlak for being the best Emcee ever! You carried the night with fun, spirited antics we all enjoyed! Thank you!
Jessica Chase for baking elegant treats for us to enjoy. Her fellow bakers include: Heather Kinealy, Mariah Cameron, BB-Donuts, Kelly Henrikson, Melissa Nuthall, Amy Landman, Anna Wanderer, Karrie Donat, and Julie Stone (Cakes for a Cause). You all were amazing for sharing your culinary expertise with us all and we appreciate the time and talent you shared with everyone!
We could not have done this event without our teacher support before, during and after! The planning, preparations and work with students are (as always) above and beyond. This level of commitment to DGN Fine Arts is what drives our student success and at the heart of our love for the arts. We thank you all for your time, donations and participation in more ways than we can count! Mr. Ariel Mozes (lighting, sound and Chicago cast), Ms. Amy Bernard and Robyn Bican (donated art and the pendant making), Amanda Zall (supporting orchestra students and Tri-M volunteers), Janet Taylor (donated and item for the auction). Both Dr. Piekarz and Mrs. O'Riordan (for conducting and helping all our performers in choir and other bands) Of course, no words for how much Mr. Brayer Teague and Mr. Jessen Smith have tirelessly offered time and wisdom to our students to make sure this event was such a success.
A thank you to all our students that performed for our event! There are too many to list, but please know you were appreciated. The smiles from your audience, professionalism and talent gave us all a night to remember!
FINALLY, for helping us raise money for the important scholarships and programming FOFA offers, many families and businesses that either donated, helped and supported our auction. A heartfelt thank you filled with appreciation and gratitude.
Amy Bernard, Robyn Bican, Janet Taylor, Karrie Donat, Jennifer VanHoutan, Emmie Pawlak, Julie Lerch, Katie Troulstrup, Kelly Hendrickson, Carrie Swenson, Kathy Yee, Puffer Families, DGN administration, Yoga Six, Adorn 512 Jewelry, Maggie Shannon Boutique, Tivoli Bowl, DeeDee Harker Artist, Bertos Deli, Jennifer Frank Organizer, Stage Door Fine Arts, Rocco & Rocco, Maple Home Market, Zach Frazer Rothdonics, BB Donuts, Heritage House Florists, Ghostlight Theater, The Outpost, DLD Dance Center, Dan's pizza, Orange & Brew, Tiny Firefly Art & Design studio, Kristen Franc Designs, Simply Beautiful Day Spa, Expressions Dance Studio, Fair Game.
