Spring is coming! There is only 10 weeks left in the school year. Where does the time go? This is a busy time of year....The Maples Link is working hard to plan a fantastic Spring Fling, which is now being called 'Casino Royale.'   In addition, we are re-introducing the spring BBQ on June 13th from 2 until 5pm.

We continue to reach out to parents to come and participate in the school events.  Check the Maples Link Blog regularly for updates on what parent participation opportunities there are for the up and coming month.

Please read the description of the 'Casino Royale' event being held on the 22nd of May. Tickets will be going on sale next Friday. April the 17th.  They will be available at the office, or you can email link.maples@gmail.com with your request. Please invite your friends and others in the community. This is going to be a wonderful evening for everyone.

Please join us at the next Coffee Gathering on

April the 15th at 9 am.

 

Highlights from the Parent Coffee Gathering

The Maples Academy



Wednesday, April 1st

 

The Maples Link once again met for their 'Coffee Get Together' in April. With just 6 short weeks until this event much of the focus was on planning the 'Casino Royale.'

 

1.  Catering - Lavender Blue

 

Lavender Blue Catering attended the meeting to propose their food suggestions for May 22nd. Vanessa's had great ideas and we look forward to working with her team.

 

Catering Description: Lavender Blue will prepare catered hors d'oeuvres and 3 food stations, including one desert station, for the Maples Link 'Casino Royale.'   They will also provide coffee and tea.

 

2. Liquor

There will be a cash bar where beer and wine will be sold. We are currently in the process of approaching one of our local breweries to have them exclusively provide the beer. 

The bar will also have a variety of non-alcoholic choices which are included in the price of the price of the ticket.

 

Liquor Description: Beer and wine will be available for purchase at the cash bar. Included in the price of the ticket is a choice of one beer or one glass of wine.  If you are designated driver or do not want to utilize this option, you may cash in your drink ticket for extra casino money.

 

3.  Casino - Night Life Fun Casino

Night Life Fun Casino has been hired to create and interactive entertaining event with fun for every guest. At the beginning of the evening everyone will receive a Nightlife Casino Coupon for $100 in chips or 5 draw tickets. You may purchase more casino money if you need it. Every guest is eligible to win the prizes whether they gamble or not. At the end of the casino all the guests cash in their chips and coupons for draw tickets to participate in the grand prize draws.

 

Casino Description: There will be three fun casino tables all with the emphasis on fun so novices are welcome and the dealers are patient and happy to teach the games to everyone wanting to participate. Roulette, Texas Holdem Poker, and Black Jack will be the games at this 'Casino Royale.'

 

4.  Music

Music Description: Bruce Ley, a Pianist will be accompanied by a Base player throughout the evening.

 

5. Decoration/Layout

Overall Description: This after-dinner casino party with slow jazz and cocktails will require a team of talented parents to turn the Maples Academy Gym into a haven of metropolitan sophistication.  Dim lights, comfortable seating, elegant flowers and cocktail tables and are in the works.

 

Tickets Available Next Friday, April 17th! $60