Por Los Ninos 2012
Monday, July 23, 2012
2012 Por Los Ninos Auction Catalog
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Aprende Conmigo! / Learn With Me! (October 6th)
Aprende Conmigo! / Learn With Me! (October 6th)
Children Ages 3-5 and their parents are sure to have a great time in this morning filled with stories, songs, and activities to immerse you and your child in the Spanish language. Held at the Sonnek residence on October 6, 2012. Limit of 6 children.
601
Wine, Chocolate, and Pearls (October 26th)
Wine, Chocolate, and Pearls (October 26th)
Wine and light appetizers made with chocolate will be served. Make a bracelet, watch-bracelet, earrings or necklace (or choose from the pre-made items if you just want to sit, chat with friends and sip wine!) Samples and design help are provided. All of the finishing work is done for you! There is a fabulous selection of beads, watch-faces, pendants, etc. Friday, October 26, 2012, 6:00 to 10:00 pm. At the home of Cathy Hickman: 10562 Hawthorn Trail, Woodbury, MN 55129. Limit of 10 people.
602
Poker Night (October 6th)
Poker Night (October 6th)
Join Paul Anderson and poker aficionado Don Ryan for a night of poker, good drinks, and better eats! This is for poker newbies and experts alike -- the more the merrier. Play for prizes! Take a break at the ping pong table, half-size regulation basketball court, or watch the big screen TV! A night full of fun for all, and a great chance for the FANA dads and friends to get together. Saturday, October 6, 7:00 pm, 241 Interlachen Way, Stillwater, MN 55082.  25 person limit.
603
Colombian Dinner (October 13th)
Colombian Dinner (October 13th)
Join the Kinsmans and Colombian native, Diego Higuera, for a home-cooked Colombian meal at their house, located at 6853 256th St. Wyoming, MN 55092.   Meal includes wine/beer, appetizers, main course, and dessert. Friday, October 13, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. Limit of 6 people.
604
Handmade Card-Making Party (September 30)
Handmade Card-Making Party (September 30, 2012)
Have you ever wanted to make handmade cards but didn’t know where to begin? In the end finding yourself at the store paying $4.00 for one card? If so, this is for you. Sarah Christopherson, FANA mom, will provide the designs, the directions, the paper, envelopes, all necessary supplies, and even food. You simply have to put the cards together. In the end you will leave with 15 handmade cards (3 each of 5 different designs) and coordinating envelopes. Held Sunday, September 30, 2012 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at the Christophersons' home in St. Bonifacius.  10 person maximum. 
605
Pool, “Punch” & Paella at the Skowgards (August 4)
Pool, “Punch” & Paella at the Skowgards (August 4, 2012)
Come and celebrate the beautiful Minnesota summer with a pool party at the Skow Norgard house! Swimming and games for kids, followed by a kids movie presentation. Swimming & Sangria for the adults – followed by some adult time by the patio/pool during movie time. This event will be catered and sitters will be on hand to assist/watch kids. Party date on August 4th, from 3 p.m. - 8 p.m., weather permitting. Standby date on August 11th. Limit of 6 families. $50 per family.
 
 
606
Friends and Family CPR Class (Date TBD)
Friends and Family CPR Class (Date TBD)
Come learn life-saving skills while having fun! The class will be led by Brett Kurtzman who will teach you how to administer basic CPR on adults and children until professional help arrives on the scene. This class is perfect for anyone and everyone who wants to learn CPR and does not require certification. Food and beverages will be served.  This session will be held on a date to be determined at the Kurtzman's home in Deephaven.  Cost: $40 per person,  Limit: 8 people per session.

607
El Dia Colombiano (January 26)
El Dia (January 26, 2013)
Colombian Culture Day, presented by the Abel family, FANA mom Amy Kinsman and some yet-to-be-determined young adult FANA adoptees. Join us for a day of fun! Some examples of the things we have done in the past: play Colombian Culture Bingo, eat mango and fried plantains, sing Spanish songs, read stories in both English and Spanish, play games while using basic Spanish phrases, and do crafts with Colombian themes.  El Dia is for children entering kindergarten through third grade. Includes lunch. (We will accept pre-school children who are used to a classroom setting, potty trained and able to spend several hours away from parents without tears.) Held Saturday, January 26, 2013 from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm at Totem Pole Park in New Brighton.  Cost: $50 per child, Limit: 20 children.
608
Mom's Night Out (Date: TBD)
Mom's Night Out (Date: TBD)
Please join with other FANA moms for a much needed night out!  Drinks, appetizers, dessert, and good company will be served.  Hosted by Kathy Heafey at the Minneapolis Golf Club Lounge (date to be determined). Limited to the first nine lucky ladies who sign up!
609
Tour of #11 Fire Station in NE Minneapolis (September 29)
Tour of #11 Fire Station in NE Minneapolis (September 29, 2012)
Tour the exciting #11 Fire Station in NE Minneapolis and learn about its equipment and brave firefighters. Snacks and a non-candy gift bags for the kids are included. Guaranteed to be fun for all! Saturday, September 29, 2012, 10:00-11:30 am. 20 person limit.