Join us for a night of dynamic conversation with Honorable Justice Alan Page. This living legend had a remarkable run in the National Football League as an MVP Award Winner with the infamous Purple People Eaters Minnesota Vikings lineup of the 1960’s. He went on to law school at the University of Minnesota and then to an illustrious career in law. In 1993 he was the first African American appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court. In 2018, he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor. This recognition is bestowed upon individuals who have made especially meritorious contribution to the United States.
On Thursday, October 6th, we have planned an evening of lively socializing, entertainment, and education at the idyllic Old Log Theatre in Excelsior. This historic venue is the longest running theater in the United States. This event is part of Rotary’s ongoing commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Our host for the night is Andrew J. Ramirez, a Rotarian from the newly formed MN Pride Rotary Club and District 5950 DEI Action Team Chair.
- 5:00PM CST - Doors Open for the VIP Event and Cocktail Reception.
- 6:00PM CST - The seated dinner will promptly start.
- 7:30PM CST - Welcome Remarks from Rotary District 5950 District Governor Lloyd Campbell. Our District Governor Lloyd Campbell will share with you the vision he has for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within Rotary and the monument
- 8:00PM CST - Veteran trial attorney Doug Schmidt of Schmidt and Salita Law Firm from Excelsior Morning Rotary Club will lead a question-and-answer style discussion with Honorable Justice Alan Page. The topics will represent a broad range of topics, including diversity as it relates to educational outcomes, diversity as it relates to the law and educational inequities, success stories from the Page Educational Foundation and audience submitted questions.
Join Rotary District 5950, Rotary District 5960, and the Minnesota Pride Rotary for this very special evening event!
Fundraiser for Page Educational Foundation
This event is a fundraiser for the Page Educational Foundation. All proceeds will be donated to this exceptional nonprofit organization. The Foundation's goal is to encourage, motivate, and assist Minnesota's students of color in the pursuit of post-secondary education, and, in the process, change the future. The Foundation achieves that goal by doing two things. First, by providing financial assistance to students pursuing post-secondary education. Second, and most important, by requiring its Page Scholars to work with young children, kindergarten through eighth grade, specifically in the area of education.
Ticket Options
This will be a cashless event. All ticket options, meals and drinks must be purchased in advance of the event. Prices include all gratuities and taxes.
- Zoom Video Stream: Enjoy this Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion event from the comfort of your home or anywhere else with an internet connection. This event will be simulcast live via Zoom. This option is complimentary. Login details will be provided after registration. Price: Free
- Attend the Discussion: Experience this event live at the historic Old Log Theatre. Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions to be part of this engaging conversation with Honorable Justice Alan Page. There will be no food or beverage service with this ticket option. Price $50
- Equity Option: Attend the Discussion in-person: For persons interested in attending this program without the financial means, we are reserving 15 complimentary tickets. Limited to the first 15 registrants. We will also include one beverage ticket. This is based on the honor system.
- Cocktails and the Discussion: This trendy option is for those who enjoy mingling with a menagerie of like-minded individuals with an open bar, featuring a selection of beers, wines, cocktails, and nonalcoholic beverages. Attendees will then attend the signature Discussion with Honorable Justice Alan Page in the historic Old Log Theatre. Price: $100
- Dinner and the Discussion: This option includes an elegant, seated dinner at the on-site restaurant, Cast and Cru Restaurant. Meal options include Salmon, Beef Short Rib, or a Vegan Seasonal Vegetable Medley. Two glasses of wine will be included, and nonalcoholic beverages are available. Attendees will then attend the signature Discussion with Honorable Justice Alan Page in the historic Old Log Theatre. Price: $150
- VIP Experience: This is the ultimate event experience. The evening will begin with an exclusive and intimate Meet and Greet with Honorable Justice Alan Page. There will be a book signing event and attendees will receive a signed copy of one of his books. The cocktail reception and seated dinner will be also included. Price $500
Refund Policy: All ticket sales are final. No refunds will be provided. The venue requires RSVP numbers that we are obligated to fulfill. This is a nonprofit fundraiser, and all proceeds will be donated.