I am thinking about this theme for our gala in February. As you may know, I love anything that has to do with snow and this event falls right into our coldest season. This is the main focus of my job. It a huge dinner with entertainment along with a live and silent auction. The goal of this gala is to raise $100,000 for our school’s annual fund. I am so glad God gave me this work to do. It makes my heart so happy and it is my warm cup of tea.
I present this plan to my Advancement Team next week. They know nothing of these plans as of yet. I went over some of my thoughts with my friend and our Communications Director today at lunch. Her eyes lit up as she listened to the details and it made me feel like I was going in the right direction. I am so glad I have her to bounce creative ideas off of before I go public with things.
I am thinking of having a winter wonderland, alpine theme, snowy mountain type atmosphere. Large glittery snowflakes hanging from the ceiling, winters tablescapes (my Sandra Lee lingo for you Food Network junkies) with snowball mums, a large sleigh for photos, all kinds of winter props, white pre-lit trees, and some Nordic themed ice sculptures.
For food I am thinking of stations. A Nordic Beverage Station (hot cocoa, coffee, marshmallows and flavorings), Swiss Alps (appetizers with cheese fondues and dipping treats), Café Alpine (main food line), Mountain of Chocolate (Desserts like bread pudding, coconut cake or hot fudge sundaes along with fountains of white and dark chocolate along with tasty dipping treats).
Entertainment/music/band ideas? This is where I would love any suggestions.
Please give me any hints or ideas before next Wednesday. This is really going to be a huge event and having my plan nailed down soon is crucial. I would seriously love for you to tell me if I am missing anything for my Frosty Night?
I present this plan to my Advancement Team next week. They know nothing of these plans as of yet. I went over some of my thoughts with my friend and our Communications Director today at lunch. Her eyes lit up as she listened to the details and it made me feel like I was going in the right direction. I am so glad I have her to bounce creative ideas off of before I go public with things.
I am thinking of having a winter wonderland, alpine theme, snowy mountain type atmosphere. Large glittery snowflakes hanging from the ceiling, winters tablescapes (my Sandra Lee lingo for you Food Network junkies) with snowball mums, a large sleigh for photos, all kinds of winter props, white pre-lit trees, and some Nordic themed ice sculptures.
For food I am thinking of stations. A Nordic Beverage Station (hot cocoa, coffee, marshmallows and flavorings), Swiss Alps (appetizers with cheese fondues and dipping treats), Café Alpine (main food line), Mountain of Chocolate (Desserts like bread pudding, coconut cake or hot fudge sundaes along with fountains of white and dark chocolate along with tasty dipping treats).
Entertainment/music/band ideas? This is where I would love any suggestions.
Please give me any hints or ideas before next Wednesday. This is really going to be a huge event and having my plan nailed down soon is crucial. I would seriously love for you to tell me if I am missing anything for my Frosty Night?
Abby
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