Fundraiser At River Valley November 9, 2019

 

The fundraiser held at the River Valley Lodge was enjoyed by everyone who attended.  The food was exceptional. The entertainment proved to be very "entertaining." 

 

Friends of Shimek was able to raise over $4100 to help maintain the campground and trails in Shimek Forest.

 

  

Chef Gary Schieffer preparing ribs and chicken to serve for the evening meals. 

Thank you to Gary and Denise Schieffer who prepared and served 80 people with delicious BBQ, cole slaw, mac and cheese and beans. They also provided before dinner appetizers--some crunchy onion rings and cheese balls that were available at the outdoor kitchen.

 

So many wonderful desserts -pies, brownies, and cakes

 



 

The Tubador--Gary McCurdy of Wahington, IA both teaches and entertains.

Comedian Timmy Ink-Watts ..you guessed it--motorcycle humor!

Jewel and Brian McDonald entertaining attendees at the FOS Fundraiser.

 





Shimek Forester John Byrd thanked FOS and Grantors Lee County Charitable Fund and the William M and Donna J Hoaglin Foundation for their support.

 FOS President Ringo Covert missed his introduction--he was hard at work washing up pots and pans and being sure we left the Lodge spick and span.

 

Thank you to Gary and Denise Schieffer who prepared and served 80 people with delicious BBQ, cole slaw, mac and cheese and beans. They also provided before dinner appetizers--some crunchy onion rings and cheese balls that were available at the outdoor kitchen.

 

Thank You to Carolyn & Steve Kokjohn, owners of River Valley, for providing FOS this great venue for the Fundraiser.

 

Thank you to everyone that made this fundraiser a successful event!