May 11, 2009
Annual luncheon to feature new name and keynote Kevin Kling
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The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Minnesota Chapter’s annual fundraising luncheon, formerly known as the Women Against MS luncheon, showcases a new name in 2009. The new title — On the Move Luncheon — speaks to the significant growth of the event and the momentum participants have built since its inception in 1999.
The On the Move Luncheon, sponsored by Teva Neuroscience, is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 13, at the Depot in Minneapolis. The luncheon brings people together to raise funds to support MS research and programs and services for people living with MS in Minnesota and western Wisconsin and includes an inspirational speaker, live auction and networking opportunities.
The event also features a silent auction to benefit the Minnesota Chapter Scholarship Program, which helps local college-bound students touched by MS pursue post-secondary education. In 2008 the silent auction raised more than $28,000 to support the program. In total, last year’s luncheon raised $115,000.
Well-known humorist to speak at luncheon
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| Kevin Kling |
The On the Move Luncheon features Minnesota’s-own Kevin Kling as keynote speaker. Kling is a playwright and storyteller whose commentaries can be heard on National Public Radio’s “All Things Considered.” His plays and adaptations have been performed around the world.
Kling’s captivating autobiographical tales include hopping freight trains, getting hit by lightning, performing his banned play in Czechoslovakia, growing up in Minnesota and eating things before knowing what they are. Kling was born with a congenital birth defect — his left arm is shorter than his right, and his left hand has no wrist or thumb. Even after a motorcycle accident rendered his right arm immobile, Kling continues to actively write plays and stories.
Kling, who resides in Minneapolis, is known for his super-sized determination and candid sense of humor, which shine through despite the daily challenges of life with physical disabilities.
Join us
Luncheon seats are available for $100. To reserve a seat, click here or contact Rachel Hughes at 612-335-7965 or rhughes@MSsociety.org.