KC Contact Spring 2014 Edition | Page 9

Fun(d) Dinner 2013 FUN(D) DINNER 2013 BY CHRISTINA LISTER 1. M. Tugay, J. Morado, C. Juodele, V. Tugay, M. Flores 2. D. Bazil, J. Curtis 3. MCs Lisa & Reuel McGann 4. T. Bastien, V. Tugay, Q. Diamante 5. KC Philharmonic Ensemble 6. KC Symphonic Choir 7. KC Aerials GUESTS BEGAN ARRIVING at 5:00PM, anxious to see what the night had in store. As they walked into the lobby of the A. E. King Fitness Complex, they were greeted with lovely music provided by Kingsway students (Jared Morado, Vivianne Tugay, Candice Juodele, Michael Tugay, and Malissa Flores) and tasty hors d’oeuvres. Once checked in, guests were ushered to their seats by helpful students, and given the opportunity to peruse the Silent Auction items donated by local businesses and friends of Kingsway. The program began with a welcome by Oshawa Mayor, John Henry, as well as Enrolment Director, Remy Guenin. The MCs for the evening, Lisa and Reuel McGann, introduced the Kingsway College Philharmonic Ensemble who played two numbers for the guests. Dinner service began with a delicious garden salad, served by the Kingsway College Aerials. After the Philharmonic Ensemble, three of Kingsway’s students, Tanisha Bastien, Quisa Diamante, and Vivianne Tugay sang a lovely rendition of “Hallelujah”. Kim Tosi, grade 9 student and Worthy Student Fund recipient, was interviewed by Lisa, and spoke about the blessing of being able attend Kingsway thanks to the Worthy Student Fund. Kim is heavily involved in Kingsway life, with the praise team, serving as Pastor for the Philharmonic Ensemble, as well as speaking for major events like Preview Weekend. The Kingsway College Symphonic Choir sang four songs while the main entrée of penne with a primavera sauce, steamed vegetables, and bread with butter was served. Another highlight of the evening was when students Darnel Bazil and Julia Curtis sang “I Believe In You” .