Many of you may not know this about me…but I have a great passion for music having been surrounded by it over the years and while growing up. My family was one that often participated in choirs, orchestras, bands, and independent music lessons. I studied music throughout high school and into my college years and I believe that everyone should have at least a minimal amount of exposure to classical, orchestral and symphonic literature.

I was recently asked to donate some of my jewelry to the Saint Paul Civic Symphony’s annual silent auction/fund raiser. They are a local non-profit symphony that performs free concerts in the greater Saint Paul area. It is an organization that provides not only a venue for local musicians in which to perform, but an enriching musical experience for all ages of the community. Of course, I jumped at the opportunity to donate some of my jewelry to such a wonderful cause.

The Wine and Cheese Event will be held on March 8th, 2008 at the Landmark Center downtown Saint Paul, Minnesota. If you would like to purchase tickets or learn more about their endeavors, you can check out their website at www.saintpaulcivicsymphony.org.