The momentum for the Grand Forks Children's Museum has been nothing short of extraordinary! The recent Star Seekers Dinner was a testament to the community's unwavering support and enthusiasm. The energy at the event was unparalleled, setting a new standard for fundraisers in Grand Forks.
Dave Berger, our charismatic emcee, kept the evening lively and engaging, while
the museum’s Katie Mayer's leadership shone brightly throughout the event. The volunteer team, including Sandy Norby, Sadie Gardner, Chilly Goodman, Kim
Woods, Pam Laffen, Maura Tanabe, and the entire GFCM board of directors and staff, was exceptional, ensuring everything ran smoothly and everyone felt welcomed.
One of the highlights of the evening was the Star Waiters showcasing their unique talents. UND President Andy Armacost wowed the crowd with his juggling skills. Molly Yeh's (author and food network star) impromptu auction for a dinner turned into an exciting bidding war. Anna Rosburg, the Alerus Center Ticket Fairy, and Jill Nelson (Grand Forks Park District), who sold her custom-made GFCM buttons, added to the night's charm and excitement. One unexpected highlight was
Chris Wolf (Alerus Financial) singing Sweet Caroline and watching the crowd crashing into each other as they threw money at him. So fun!
The cheers were loud, the smiles were wide, and the passion for building the museum was palpable. It was truly a night to remember, filled with joy, laughter, and a shared commitment to creating a vibrant educational hub for our community. The Star Seekers Dinner has set the stage for a bright future for the Children's Museum, and we are grateful for the incredible support from
everyone who participated.
So Many to Thank…
The evening was special largely because of the unique talents of all the star waiters who served and entertained throughout the night. Thank you to: Andy Armacost, Mallory Bernhard, Brad Berry, Nate Bertram, Brandon Bochenski, Shawn Clapp, Jeremy Gardner, Jen Haugen Carma Hanson, Klaudia Holkup, MJ Kjelshus, Misti Koop, Courtney Barstad Logan, Emily Mallory, Carson Muth, Jill Nelson,
Tyler Nelson, Matt Norby, Durga Panda, Anna Rosburg, Jeff Tellman, Annella Winger, Chris Wolf, Holly Wolf, Molly Yeh. These were the real heroes of the night…we cannot thank you enough for bringing your unique talents and for your support for the Grand Forks Children’s Museum.
A separate thank you to all who attended- the evening was sold out! To our attendees…your participation and donations helped to further our efforts to build the Grand Forks Children's Museum. Thank you.
And thank you to our community committee members: Sandy Norby, Chilly Goodman, and Sadie Gardner and the Grand Forks Children’s Museum fundraising team, including Maura Tanabe, Pam Laffen, and Kim Woods. Your ideas were brilliant, and the night was a huge success. Thank you for your creative ideas for this unique fundraising and for making this fun evening an opportunity for the
community to gather together to support a great cause.
Thank you everyone…I love being part of this wonderful community.
By Katie Mayer, Grand Forks Children’s Museum Executive Director
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