Black Tie Bingo: April 12, 2025

Mark your calendars for an exciting evening with Community Thread at our annual fundraiser, Black Tie Bingo, happening on April 12!

Join us on Saturday, April 12, at The Grand Banquet Hall in Stillwater, where 200 guests will gather for a night filled with CELEBRATING COMMUNITY AND HONORING CONNECTIONS. This year, attendees can look forward to four thrilling bingo games hosted by local celebrities, along with a variety of interactive games that promise to keep the energy high.

Guests will get the chance to browse the silent auction featuring fantastic items to bid on, alongside a delightful selection of hors d’oeuvres, mouthwatering desserts, and a cash bar to keep your spirits high!

Ticket sales will go live in February 2025. Stay tuned to our website, newsletters, and social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn)!

Ticket sales for Black Tie Bingo 2025 will open February 2025.

2024 LOCAL CELEBRITY GUESTS

Emcee & Bingo Caller: Matthew Stepaniak | Limitless Cycling Co-Founder and Community Supporter

Bingo Caller: Dr. Mike Funk | Stillwater Area Public Schools, Superintendent

Bingo Caller: Stacie Jensen | Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce, Communications and Program Manager

Bingo Caller: Mike Wilhelmi | XCEL Energy, Community Relations Manager

Bingo Callers: Tim & Megan Palm | The Daily Grind, Owners and Community Supporters

Night-Of Timeline

5:30pm Doors Open

6pm Event Begins

7pm Bingo Games and Program

8:30pm Online Auction Closes

9pm Wrap Up and Checkout

For parking information, please visit the City of Stillwater Parking Information page.

Mingle, laugh, and enjoy the night with the local “who’s who” in our area!

Community Thread started in 1967 when a group of concerned citizens mobilized volunteers to help people no longer able to drive with rides to obtain medical care. Leveraging volunteers around unmet community needs continues to inform our work today.

Our volunteer-oriented programs serve people of all ages. Families, individuals, employees, and students participate in our signature service initiatives, which occur multiples times a year. We can also connect volunteers with many other organizations in the area.

Thrive at Community Thread (Thrive) features benefits such as social events, wellness activities, transportation options, home services, and volunteer opportunities. Thrive’s goal is to keep our neighbors socially connected while living independently in their homes.

If you would like to support Community Thread but are not able to attend, you can browse and bid on our online auction!

Event photos credit of Kristina Lynn Photography & Design.

Sponsor

Table and event sponsors are needed! View the Black Tie Bingo Sponsorship Packet for details. Questions? Contact Cathleen at Cathleen@CommunityThreadmn.org.

$10,000 Level

$5,000 Level

$2,500 Level