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It is our pleasure to invite you to the Credentialed Workers Appreciation Dinner held on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. (EDT) at Ceruti’s Diamond Room, 6601 Innovation Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46818 (view Google map). Our hope is that this evening will be a time of fellowship and encouragement for you and your spouse.
Sue and I are looking forward to a great evening together!
Here are the details:
Date and Time: Wednesday, July 24, 6:00 – 8:00 PM Eastern (salad service begins at 6:30 pm).
Location: Ceruti’s Diamond Room, 6601 Innovation Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46818 (view Google map)
Cost: FREE for credentialed individuals and spouse ($30 per individual if not FEC credentialed).
Menu: Choose between four meal options (including gluten-free and vegetarian choices).
Dinner Choices:
Greek Chicken (GF)
Honey Dijon Mixed Greens (GF)
Parmesan Yukon Baby Potatoes (GF)
Marinated Grilled Asparagus (GF)
Bistro Filet
Honey Dijon Mixed Greens (GF)
Parmesan Yukon Baby Potatoes (GF)
Marinated Grilled Asparagus (GF)
Black & Blue Salmon (GF)
Honey Dijon Mixed Greens (GF)
Parmesan Yukon Baby Potatoes (GF)
Marinated Grilled Asparagus (GF)
Vegetarian option: Squash Bowl (GF)
Honey Dijon Mixed Greens (GF)
Marinated Grilled Asparagus (GF)
Dessert table includes:
Coffee Cake Assortment
Chocolate Drizzle Cheesecake
Chocolate Peanut Butter Mouse (GF)
Coffee, iced tea, & water included with all options.
