The 2014 V4 Bake Sale was a resounding success, so a “congratu-DYN-O-MITE-lations” is in order to all of those who volunteered their delicious baked goods (or their tasty time)!
The sun was shining, the birds were chirping, and a wonderful crisp breeze guided me swiftly across the campus to our stand in front of Randall Library. A group of slackers (not grunge kids, but slackline enthusiasts) were performing their harrowing acrobatic tricks several inches above the soft billowy grass. Groups of opportunistic students were scattered about the clock tower field recharging the solar cells on their stomachs or backs. An assorted mix of ‘80s and ‘90s music, coming from an unseen boom-box, danced along the wind creating a blanket of comfort and nostalgia for all those in attendance.
Our fabulous V4 Bake Sale was organized by our very crafty guru, Audra Blake. She spent weeks designing flyers, setting up volunteer shifts, and coordinating the collection of scrumptious foodstuffs. Her hard work, and the ever-so-tasty creations of our other VISIONS staff members, is directly reflected by the donations we received that put us over our projected goal.
A big “shout out” to the crafty confectioneers is due:
Audra Blake – Wily white-chocolate popcorn, Bodacious Brownies, and a smorgasbord of other delicacies
Ally Godsey – Reverent Red-Velvet Cupcakes
Kyle Randolph – Gandolfian Gluten-Free Cookies
Anna Roberts – Miraculous Mini-Cheesecakes
Shannon Silva – Nutritious Nut n’ Dairy-Free Treats (for our allergy n’ lactose-challenged friends)
Madeleine Tangney – Fortuitous Funfetti Cupcakes
...and everyone else who supplied the happiness and awesome-sauce that made our V4 Bake Sale a success.
During my shift, we had a great group of outgoing and creative types who helped rope in students and faculty alike with their rambunctious spirit and entertaining desperation: Nico Desreumaux, Channing Duke, Ben Dorton, Steven Gamble, Ally Godsey, Chris Keefe, Madeleine Tangney, Kyle Randolph (and other members of the VISIONS gang who stopped by to show their support when they could). From formal introductions, and fist-bumps to catcalling and musical performance, our VISIONeers went all out to promote the amazing FF&C we are working so hard to bring to UNCW (plus the offer of fantastic sugar rushes between classes didn’t hurt either).
We would like to especially thank the students and faculty whose donations made this year’s event one of the best in VISIONS’ history!
Check out our super-awesome info page to get your badge early (you don’t want to miss out on the early bird swag), so you can guarantee your place in this year’s 4th annual VISIONS Film Festival & Conference. We are also looking for motivated volunteers who want to help out with V4 this year, so keep an eye on our site for regular updates, blogs and upcoming events.
Sound off in the comments below, or on our Facebook page, if you would like Audra and her Motley Crew of Baking Bandits to bring their delectable confections back for a tasty encore.
Dallis Frie Covey
Print & Media Relations Copywriter
Visions 4 Film Festival & Conference
Visit our website: www.visionsfilm.org
Visit our website: www.visionsfilm.org
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