Thank you to everyone who gathered for a great evening amid the beautiful autumn surroundings of Waldoch Farm at TEFFLA’s annual fall fundraising event. All proceeds and donations go to support TEFFLA initiatives.

Guests enjoyed:

  • Wine and beer tasting from G-Will Liquors of Lino Lakes

  • Local foods provided by favorites including Famous Dave’s BBQ of Forest Lake, Vannellis By The Lake, and Keys Café & Bakery of Forest Lake

  • A WOW-inducing live auction of fun events great for groups and families, PLUS raffle items and activities!

Please join community sponsors and TEFFLA board members as we raise at least $70,018 to award grants for inspired educational opportunities in the Forest Lake Area.

Auction Items

One-Week Colorado Mountain Getaway at Silvercreek Condominiums

Relax and rejuvenate with a one-week reservation at the Mountainside at Silvercreek Condominiums in majestic Grandby, Colorado, provided by Kraus-Anderson Construction Company. This year round resort northwest of Denver offers luxurious amenities and the best of Colorado in all four seasons. Skiing, golf courses, nature trails, and the picturesque charms of the Rockies will be right outside your door. (Accommodates up to 7 people. Subject to availability commencing January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019. Transportation not included.)

Evening in Downtown St.Paul with Dinner for Four at Herbie's on the Park and a Show at The Ordway

This evening takes you and your guests to downtown St. Paul and includes four tickets to an Ordway presentation plus four beverage coupons. Enjoy dinner at Herbie’s On the Park with a $200.00 gift card and complementary valet parking.

Fabulous Gourmet Dinner for 4 with Chauffeur Service

You and your guests will enjoy an evening out with fabulous dining and chauffeur service provided by Whitaker Buick GMC and Acqua Restaurant. Your experience includes a 3-course Tasting Menu with Wine Flight at the Acqua Forest Lake location. The menu includes each diner’s choice of starter, main course, and dessert. Acqua’s wine flight is also included and will be the perfect complement to your meal. This package includes round trip chauffeur service in a stylish GMC Yukon courtesy of Whitaker Buick GMC. Celebrate a special evening of gourmet dining with friends and leave the driving to us! (Chauffeur service within 10 mile radius of Forest Lake.)

Vino, Cheese, & Fashion!

Vino, Cheese & Fashion!- For the 3rd year, the Green Door Consignment Company will host a 2-hour private event for 8 to 12 friends. Enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres during this exclusive shopping experience including professional wardrobe consultation. Plus, everyone will receive a sassy swag bag! Great décor items, fashion for all tastes, and ample lakeside parking! (This event is available on a mutually agreed upon date. Green Door Consignment Company is located at 25 Lake St N, Forest Lake.)

NHL Minnesota Wild Fan Package

Attention Minnesota Wild Hockey Fan: Your package includes two Club Level seats and parking for a Minnesota Wild game, courtesy of Wendy and Gary Rychley, a $100 gift card for the Great Waters Brewing Company, the brewpub that pairs fan favorites with housemade beers, PLUS an Authentic NHL Autographed Charlie Coyle Jersey! This package is provided in part, by the TEFFLA Board of Directors and Whitaker Buick GMC.

Golf Outing at Forest Hills

Steve Massey and Todd Proulx invite you to join them at Forest Hills Golf Club to enjoy a morning or afternoon of golf. This opportunity is for six additional golfers and perhaps some friendly competition between the two foursomes. A stop at The Grille at Forest Hills completes this golf package. Available during the fall of 2018 or anytime during the 2019 season.

Year-Long Baking Bonanza

TEFFLA Board member Jennifer Tolzmann will provide you with a monthly home-baked item of your choice! Baked items would be available from October 2018 through September 2019. Cake, cupcakes, pie, cheesecake, breakfast pastries (rolls, scones, muffins), 3 dozen cookies/bars, specialty bread: the monthly choice is yours! You can request a consistent monthly delivery date, or change it up for a special occasion. Treat your family and friends, add something special to your holiday celebrations, or request the baking as a gift for someone.

Award-Winning BBQ from Famous Dave’s for 12

Enjoy a fabulous catered BBQ for Twelve when the Famous Dave’s BBQ Crew arrives at your location. You and your guests will be served award-winning BBQ ribs, Cole slaw, Wilbur Beans and cornbread muffins. This event is presented by Bob Miesner and can be scheduled for a mutually agreed upon date from October 1, 2018 to September 30, 2019.

Cooking Class and Gourmet Dinner with Le Cordon Blue Chef

Enjoy a private cooking class for up to eight people at the Purdy Residence provided by Dave Purdy of Wealth Management Midwest. This 3+ hour class will be taught by the former Head Chef Instructor from Le Cordon Bleu. You and your guests will have the opportunity to watch a master chef create some tasty dishes, take part in hands on cooking, and enjoy fabulous food on a Saturday afternoon. Possible themes for the class include Pasta & Sauces, Tapas & Desserts, Soups & Stews, Brunch or create your own menu. This unique experience includes all food, beverages and fun. The event will be coordinated through Lori Purdy at a time that works for everyone. This event is valued at $1000.

Up North Fun on Mille Lacs Lake

Take the family and more to Mille Lacs Lake for two nights, three days of Up North Fun at the lakefront cabin provided by Kathy and Blake Rivard. This beautiful four-bedroom cabin sleeps 10+ adventurers with the comforts of home. Enjoy the sandy beach, fishing, or nearby snowmobile trails. Located close to Garrison, your weekend can be filled with outdoor activity and visits to nearby restaurants and local entertainment. This offering is available year-round at a mutually agreed upon date.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

★ MAJOR SPONSOR ★

Hallberg Family Foundation

★ PRESENTING SPONSOR ★

KRISTA AND BRAD LANGE

Presented by

AdvisorNet Financial

★ HARVEST MOON SPONSORS ★

ICS Consulting
Kraus-Anderson logo
Martin Pevzener logo

TEFFLA logo

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Waldoch Farm

★  GOLDEN LEAF SPONSORS  ★

Connexus Energy
DLR Group
Famous Dave's
Five Star Financial
FL Class of '77
FL Lions Logo
JJ's Auction Service
KOMA
Olsons

KATHY AND BLAKE RIVARD

Scandia-Marine Lions

Wealth Management Midwest

DAVE PURDY

Whitaker

Forest Lake YMCA

SARA AND JEFF YOUNG

★ PUMPKIN PATCH SPONSORS ★

Collins Law

First State Bank of Wyoming

Forest Lake Rotary Club

Green Door Consignment

Johnson Turner Law

La Grande BeautySpa and Boutique

Steve Massey & Todd Proulx

Bob Miesner

Riechmann Pederson Design, Inc.

Ross Orthodontics

Security State Bank of Marine

SRC, Inc.

Arlyn and Jeanne Tolzmann

Jennifer Tolzmann Year-long Baking Bonanza

Molly Tolzmann

★ AUTUMN EQUINOX SPONSORS ★

Acqua of Forest Lake

All Seasons Rental of Lino Lakes

Bent Paddle Brewing Company

Big Apple Bagel

The BitWorks, Inc.

Sandy Chaussee

Dresel Trucking, Inc.

Nancy and Patrick Ellias

G-Will Liquors of Lino Lakes

Hampton Inn & Suites-Lino Lakes

Herbies On The Park

Rodney & Betty Hestekin

Key’s Bakery & Cafe of Forest Lake

Richard Lamere

Landmark Insurance Services

LegalShield Business Solutions/Jim and Gudrun Gavin

Gayle Lens

MidWestOne Bank

Miller & Stevens, PA

Gwen Patrick/AVON

Gary and Wendy Rychley

Rychley Tax and Financial Services

Anne Sundal

Ted Blank Luxury Travel & Adventure/Travel Leaders

The Ordway

Thomas Turry, PA

UPS of Forest Lake

The Wine Company

Ziegler CAT

GETTING TO GROWING TEFFLA

Thursday, September 13, 2018 | 5:30-8:00pm

Waldoch Farm

8174 Lake Drive

Lino Lakes, MN 55014

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