FMR's Evening Celebrating the River a success again this year!

by Heather Haynes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Every fall, FMR hosts "An Evening Celebrating the River" — a fundraiser to support our river conservation work, and a popular way to get together with other river lovers. This year, on a chilly and rainy October 1st, over 90 guests enjoyed spectacular views of the river, great food and beverages, and excellent company in a beautiful space on the 39th floor of The Carlyle in downtown Minneapolis. Host Karen Sternal and FMR Board Chair Peter Gove kicked off the program, and FMR Executive Director Whitney Clark gave a brief presentation about FMR's water quality and local advocacy achievements in 2009 and highlighted some important upcoming initiatives. Thanks to our generous host, and host committee, attendees, and in-kind support from Jay's Cafe, East Lake Liquors and Summit Brewing Company, the evening raised over $22,000 for FMR's work.

If you are interested in being on the mailing list for future fundraisers, please contact Heather via our contact form or at 651-222-2193 x20.

 

Upcoming Events

Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Along a Mississippi River backchannel, Otsego
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Nicollet Island, Minneapolis
Thursday, May 21, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Pine Bend Bluffs Scientific and Natural Area, Inver Grove Heights

Join us for Music for the Mississippi River 

Celebrate the Mississippi River and support FMR with Tina Schlieske and Molly Maher, May 30 at Dual Citizen Brewing in St. Paul.