Autumn in the Valley Gala Fundraiser

Carpenter Nature Center largest annual fundraiser supports environmental education and habitat conservation. Registration form lists music from local artists, a plated dinner from Lake Elmo Inn Restaurant, a raffle, and online and live auctions. Individual tickets are $125 (early-bird $100 is closed). Each ticket includes plated dinner, bar service, and a donation; fair-market value of each seat is listed as $75. Entree choices on the form: filet mignon, potato-crusted walleye, or stuffed spaghetti squash (vegetarian, gluten free). Sponsorships from $400 (two tickets) through $5,000. Register at tinyurl.com/cncgala26. Questions: Erika, 651-437-4359 ext. 101.