Roosevelt School Visit

Last week I was able to go to Roosevelt School in Mankato to visit Ms. Nelson's class. The staff was so welcoming and the kids were so excited to see me! I sat in the "reading chair," the students gathered around with their candy canes, and I read part of "A Christmas Pageant," how fitting right? After reading to the kids, we had a Q&A session. I was asked questions such as, "Do you know Miss America?" to "What is your favorite animal?" all the way to "What is 9 + 10?" It is so amazing how the minds of fourth graders work and to see what information they think is important about me! I'm so used to being asked some really difficult questions in an interview setting so it is always nice to go into Elementary schools to be asked more simple questions. I had a blast volunteering for Roosevelt school and I hope to volunteer in the other schools of Mankato as well!
Love Always,
Lauren

MSU Playoff Game

 This Saturday I had the pleasure of attending the MSU playoff game! I was able to help sell tickets and I got to greet people into the Touchdown Club at halftime! This was a great way to get to know some of the MSU athletic department crew in hopes of taking part in some of their future events. I was also able to meet many community members and business owners, and I was able to see some familiar faces as well! I would like to thank Brandon Turgeon for being my chaperone and "bodyguard"! I would also like to congratulate the MSU football team on their win! Go Mavericks!!
Love Always,
Lauren

Kiwanis Holiday Lights and Parade

 I have one word to sum up the Kiwanis Holiday Lights...Wow! I came to the Kiwanis Lights just to simply watch the parade and walk through the park. However, TJ from Radio Mankato spotted me and brought me to their float and I was asked to walk with them. It was great spending time with the Radio Mankato crew and meeting more of their staff! One thing I learned about them, is that they know how to keep a parade interesting! I was also able to see my favorite pirate again, the Minnesota Jack Sparrow! Once the parade was over, we huddled in front of the stage in the park, where Santa plugged in the lights! This was my first time ever seeing the Kiwanis Holiday Lights and they are truly spectacular! I'm planning to visit Sibley Park at least one more time before the lights are taken down and I recommend that everyone visits the Kiwanis Holiday Lights as well!
Happy Holidays,
Lauren