The Education Foundation of Greendale has announced that Layton State Bank and Dave Wilmoth have been named the organization’s 2008 Inspiration Award Winners and will be honored at the 4th annual Night of the Arts fundraiser on Friday, May 30, 2008. Layton State Bank, located in Greendale since 1947, is a strong community partner that has been instrumental in organizing the Night of the Arts events by providing both financial support and dedicated volunteers. Dave Wilmoth, one of the founders of the Education Foundation of Greendale, helped to lay the groundwork for the organization’s success with his vision and expertise. “Due to the support and commitment of Dave Wilmoth and Layton State Bank, we are able to continue to provide enrichment programs for the students in the Greendale School District,” said Deirdre Dixon, President of the Education Foundation of Greendale.

The Night of the Arts celebration will be held at The Polish Center of Wisconsin, 6971 South 68th Street, Franklin and will highlight the creative achievements of Greendale students, alumni and residents. The gala will begin at 6:30 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and a cash bar. It will feature performances by student music and drama ensembles, as well as showcase a student, alumni and resident art exhibition. In addition, a silent auction, raffle and art sale will be held.
Tickets are $25 and are available at Greendale High School, Greendale Park and Recreation Office, and on Broad Street in Greendale at the Reiman Publications Visitor Center and Layton State Bank.

In 1998, friends and supporters of the Greendale School District established the Education Foundation of Greendale, Inc. This year marks the 10th anniversary of this nonprofit corporation’s mission to fund creative and innovative programs that enrich the education of students in the Greendale School District. Over the past decade, the foundation has generated more than $160,000 in grants. A full grant history, visual documentation and additional event information is provided on the foundation website at www.efgreendale.org.

For more information, please contact Chairperson Mary Stachowski at (414) 423-0767 or Judy Krajniak at (414) 423-8669.

Be inspired on Friday, May 30, 2008 when the Education Foundation of Greendale hosts the 4th annual Night of the Arts fundraising event. This celebration of the arts will be held at The Polish Center of Wisconsin, 6971 South 68th Street, Franklin and will highlight the creative achievements of Greendale students, alumni and residents. The gala will begin at 6:30 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and a cash bar. It will feature performances by student music and drama ensembles, as well as showcase a student, alumni and resident art exhibition. In addition, a silent auction, raffle and art sale will be held. This is a special opportunity for foundation board members, local civic leaders, faculty, students, parents, businesses and residents to join together in acknowledgement and appreciation of the arts in the Greendale community.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased after April 21 at the following locations: Greendale High School, weekdays 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Greendale Park and Recreation Office, weekdays 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Tuesdays until 6:30 p.m.; and on Broad Street in Greendale at the Reiman Visitor Center and Layton State Bank during regular business hours.

In 1998, friends and supporters of the Greendale School District established the Education Foundation of Greendale, Inc. This year marks the 10th anniversary of this nonprofit corporation’s mission to fund creative and innovative programs that enrich the education of students in the Greendale School District. Over the past decade, the foundation has generated more than $160,000 in grants. A full grant history, visual documentation and additional event information is provided on the foundation website at www.efgreendale.org. Please join us in our commitment to ensure the legacy of this valuable endeavor and be inspired! Contact Chairperson Mary Stachowski at (414) 423-0767 or Judy Krajniak at (414) 423-8669 with any questions.

On Friday, Feb. 1, 2008, the Education Foundation of Greendale and Layton State Bank will host its second Wine and Dine at Barclay Gallery & Garden Café, 158 Barclay Street, Milwaukee, WI. The event will feature a coursed meal paired with wines chosen and described by our wine expert, music, and raffle items including spa packages, hotel stays, theatre tickets and dinners at local restaurants. Barclay Gallery will also donate 20% of all art gallery sales made that evening. This event brings together our community of parents, educators and business partners under one roof to celebrate the educational achievements of Greendale students.

Tickets are currently available at the following locations: Greendale High School, weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; and Layton State Bank during normal business hours. Support is critical to our mission and is a valuable investment in the future of Greendale. Organizers hope the financial success of this event will increase the Foundation’s grant giving possibilities, benefiting the educational opportunities of our Greendale students.

For further information, please contact:

Ann Sloane
Event Chairperson
Education Foundation of Greendale
414-423-2700
ann.sloane@greendale.k12.wi.us
www.greendale.k12.wi.us

Kim Jankowski
Event Chairperson
Layton State Bank
(262) 821-6800
kjankowski@laytonstatebank.com
www.laytonstatebank.com