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SUMMARY:Morris Screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics
DESCRIPTION:Morris Screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics\n\n\n\nJoin us and the Morris Model to explore the microplastic public health crisis present in our community and everyday life. \nWe’ll kick things off with a screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics\, a documentary that uncovers how tiny plastic particles have infiltrated our food\, water\, air\, and our bodies\, both globally and at a local level. \n\n\n\n\nAfter the screening\, stay for a thought-provoking discussion about what this means for public health\, the land we live and work on\, and our everyday choices. What steps can we take as individuals and communities to address this urgent issue? How can we push for solutions that go beyond recycling? \nWe’ll also be joined by Mary Kosuth\, a special guest from the University of Minnesota School of Public Health! \n\n\nWhether you’re passionate about community health\, curious about the science behind microplastics\, or simply looking to learn more\, this event is for you. Let’s talk about what’s at stake—and how we can be part of the change. \n\n\nThis event is free & open to all\, and movie snacks are provided. \n\nThe film will start at 6 p.m. with conversation to follow. \nClick here to register to attend!
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SUMMARY:The Great Wealth Transfer
DESCRIPTION:Discover what the Great Wealth Transfer means—for you\,  your clients\, your practice\, and your community. \nOver the next 20 years\, trillions of dollars will change hands as wealth is passed from one generation to the next. This moment—known as the Great Wealth Transfer—presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to shape the future of our region. \nWe invite financial professionals and individuals to a valuable evening of learning\, conversation\, and connection. This event is designed to help you explore how thoughtful charitable giving can benefit families and the communities they care about. \nYou’ll hear from rural sociologist Ben Winchester on the scale of this transfer and the transformative opportunities it presents for communities like ours\, explore how individuals and families can create lasting local impact through legacy planning and charitable giving\, and gain real-world tools and insights from legal\, accounting\, and financial experts to support meaningful\, tax-wise giving. \nThis session will help: \n\n\nFinancial professionals gain tools to lead legacy conversations and strengthen client relationships. \n\n\nIndividuals and families explore values-based giving that creates lasting local impact. \n\n\nAll attendees understand how to partner with community foundations for strategic\, community-focused philanthropy. \n\n\n\nAgenda\n4 p.m. | Welcome & Introduction \n4:15 – 4:45 p.m. | Ben Winchester\, Research Fellow\, University of Minnesota ExtensionTopic: Great Wealth Transfer & Charitable Impact Potential in Community \n4:45 – 5:15 p.m. | Panel: From Our Experts – Turning Insight Into ActionHow to use this information to guide charitable giving that lifts communities. \n\n\nJanel Fredericksen\, Estate Attorney\, Smith & Strege \n\n\nKyle Wesely\, CPA\, Managing Shareholder\, Wesely & Wesely CPAs \n\n\nTim Stauffer\, Regional Vice President of Retirement Strategies\, Prudential \n\n\n5:15 – 6 p.m. | Q&A and One-on-One ConversationsConnect directly with our panel of experts. Guests are encouraged to bring questions for tailored guidance. \nRefreshments and appetizers provided. \n\nCome as a team. Leave inspired. \nSpace is limited\, so RSVP today for you and your clients\, family members\, or guests who are interested in the future of their wealth and their community.
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