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Attendees fill their plates at Cellarbration! For Education last Saturday. The fundraiser banquet featured salmon and prime rib catered by Michael’s On The Lake.

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Cellarbration!
May 12, 2022 1:20 a.m.

Cellarbration!

Fundraiser banquet raises about $168,000 to support BBCC students

MOSES LAKE — It was an especially celebratory evening Saturday at Big Bend Community College, as Cellarbration! For Education returned in person after two years as a virtual event. This is the 21st year for the annual fundraiser banquet and auction, which raises money for scholarships given by the Big Bend Community College Foundation to BBCC students. A total of about $168,000 was raised through the event, according to BBCC spokesperson Tiffany Fondren. “My husband and I have been to all 21,” said BBCC Foundation board member Vickey Melcher. “Both of our children attended BBCC. I have been a board member for many years and have enjoyed it very much. It is important to me that all students receive an appropriate education based on their needs and goals.” ...