District 63 Educational Foundation Hosts 9th Annual Smartini Night

Posted March 22, 2015 11:00 pm

East Maine District 63

Do some good and have some fun! Enjoy a night of trivia and cocktails during the District 63 Educational Foundation's 9th Annual Smartini Night on Friday, April 24. The fun begins at 6 p.m. with hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar at White Eagle Banquets and Restaurant, 6839 North Milwaukee. Trivia contest starts at 7 p.m. Gather your team and strut your stuff while you compete for the trophy and fabulous prizes. Emceed by comedian Tony Valle, the event also includes a raffle: take a chance on winning a $300 Abt gift card.

All proceeds benefit Total Learning Community (TLC), the District's award-winning afterschool program. Each year, TLC serves more than 275 K-8 students with affordable afterschool that provides homework help and enrichment programs - from art and music to drama and sports. TLC also offers spring and summer vacation programs, a basketball league, open gym nights, and teen programs.

Maximum Smartini team size is eight people - but guests must be 18 years or older. Registration fee is $25 and the deadline is Friday, April 17. Raffle tickets ($5 apiece/five for $20) are available at the event or from the TLC Office. Winner need not be present. Download a registration form at www.emsd63.org, or call the TLC Office at 847.827.4137.

Through its seven schools, East Maine School District 63 serves a diverse population of more than 3,600 students who live in portions of Des Plaines, Niles, Glenview, Park Ridge, and Morton Grove. More than 65 languages are spoken within the district; approximately 80 percent of the students come from homes in which a language other than English is spoken. District 63 is an inclusive district, offering a full range of services for academic, social, emotional, and physical growth - including cutting edge special education and ESL/bilingual programs. Together, all students strive to reach their full potential with the help of the District's highly skilled staff. Visit www.emsd63.org to learn more. Smartini questions? Call 847.827.4137.

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