On Friday the 13^th of November, over 60 Republican activists congregated at Gulden’s Restaurant in Maplewood to celebrate the 29^th Anniversary of the establishment of the Fourth Congressional District Republicans. Those in attendance were treated to the entertaining style of MC Mitch Berg and the inspirational program by Roger Revak, and his message of “resilience”, a spirited auction lead by Frank Wymore (as only he can do) during which a legislator, Carol McFarlane, donated her boat and services, and two candidates for Governor, Pat Anderson and Tom Emmer, had a strong bidding war as to who was going to be the one to offer a dinner at the Governor’s Mansion next fall plus a few other odds and ends……..all to the benefit of the Fourth District.

The highlight of the evening was the presentation of awards.

Eva Ng presented a LIFE TIME ACHIEVMENT AWARD to Roger and Beth Maliuk for the many years of service and the special work they did for her campaign for St. Paul Mayor.  She also presented the LEADERSHIP AWARD to Jennette Gudgel, for the many hours as well as the inspiration she offered to the many volunteers that worked on Eva’s campaign.

The Fourth District Republican VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD was presented by Chair, Bev Aplikowski, to Bob Murray, HD 54A, Roseville, for his many, many hours of volunteer work on many campaigns and numerous committees and countless hours at the County and State Fairs.  He is especially noted for his outreach work with the Hmong and Hispanic communities.  He truly has served the entire Fourth Congressional District.

Congratulations Bob!

Thanks to organizers Kathie Roberts and Chris Jacobson and helpers for a job well done!

And, to Gulden’s Staff for great service and fabulous food!  Next year will be our 30^th Anniversary.  Hope you will join us for a fabulous time!