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FUN(D) DINNER 2014 2011 MISSION TRIP A Winter in Paris BY CHRISTINA LISTER THE THEME FOR THIS YEAR’S FUN(D) DINNER WAS “A WINTER IN PARIS,” and it was seen in every aspect of the night. The evening began with guests being greeted in the lobby of the A. E. King Fitness Complex by a marketplace of hors d’oeuvres, bistro tables and chairs, live musicians, and mimes from the Drama club. Once signed in at the registration table, you found yourself transported to the streets of Paris, with it’s unique doors lining the streets, dimly lit lampposts, and a view of The River Seine and the Eiffel Tower. Tables were decorated with lanterns and handdrawn chalkboard bottles. Choir Director, Sharon Foreman began the evening with the singing of the Canadian and French National Anthem. Our entertainment for the evening consisted of performances by the Kingsway Philharmonic Ensemble, the Symphonic Choir, as well as the Aerials. James ‘79 and Cathy Anderson ‘79 kept the evening rolling with their skits and playful banter. There was even a visit 4 KC Contact I Winter 2015 from Napoleon Bonaparte himself. Grade 12 student and Worthy Student Fund recipient Antannia Aguilar shared what an impact the funds raised has had on her own experience at Kingsway. The Aerials served the delicious meal prepared by Kingsway’s own Fred Tenerife, Alfredo Tumangday, and Zahwa Deeb. Fresh baguette, soup, savory crepes, french style green beans, roasted potatoes, petit fours and fruit salad were all part of the dinner service. The Silent Auction table was bursting with over 25 wonderful items such as Green Fee Passes to Black Diamond Golf Club, Oshawa Generals tickets, a portable table saw, and even an American Standard Flowise Toilet! All of the items as well as the companies who donated them can be found in the Business Directory on our website at www. kingswaycollege.on.ca. Please be sure to take a look at the companies that support our school, and use their services whenever possible. The Worthy Student Fund gives out more than $200,000 in scholarships every school year to deserving students. If you feel impressed to make a difference in the lives of our students, please contact Christina Lister in the Development office at (905) 433-1144 ext 210 or listerc@kingswaycollege.on.ca. Over $28,000 was raised with the help of our guests and sponsors. A huge thank you to our attendees and even those who were not able to attend but still contributed. A special thank you to all of our table sponsors and silent auction sponsors. Also to the kingsway Faculty and Staff that helped before, during, and after the event. We couldn’t have done it without you!