Enjoy the photographs!
Thanks to our family friend Vicki we have a collection of wonderful photos to share!
Click on this link to browse the shared Google album to view, share, and download images of our incredible celebration.
Join us in celebrating with family and friends!
Elizabeth Buchmeier
— and —
Lawrence Tempel
Saturday, February 9, 2019
Liz and Larry joyfully request the pleasure of your company as we celebrate 50 years of marriage in the company of family and friends.
No gifts, please.
For questions about Liz & Larry’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, please contact Liz or Larry directly.
The celebration will be held on
Saturday, February 9, 2019.
Luncheon & Celebration
11:00am – 4:00pm
The McNamara Alumni Center, University Hall
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis East Bank Campus
11:00am | Arrival & Reception
12:00pm | Family Meal | Review the menu, then RSVP.
1:00pm | Special Music
1:30pm | Dessert & Celebration
Parking
The University Avenue Ramp is connected by tunnel to the McNamara Alumni Center, so you can get from your car to the celebration without stepping outside! Once inside the parking ramp, take the East elevator to tunnel Level B. The McNamara Alumni Center is the copper building adjacent to the ramp. Follow the signs to Liz & Larry’s celebration!
Parking Fee before 12 noon
Parking is $1.00 per hour with a weekend daily maximum of $7.00, payable upon exit by cash or credit/debit card.
Parking Fee starting at 12 noon
If you are not planning to join us for lunch and will be arriving at 12 noon or later, please know that a University athletic event is scheduled and Event Rate parking will be in effect. Event Rate will be $10.00, payable upon entry by cash only.
Finding the University Avenue Ramp
Ramp address: 1926 University Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Google Maps
The ramp entrance is on University Avenue.
From the north, heading south on I-35W
Take Exit #18, 4th Street-University Avenue exit
Cross 4th Street SE; turn left on University Avenue
Stay in the right lane, drive nine blocks to the University Avenue Parking Ramp — located on the right side of the street
From the south, heading north on I-35W
Take Exit #18, 4th Street-University Avenue exit
Turn right on University Avenue
Stay in the right lane, drive nine blocks to the University Avenue Parking Ramp — located on the right side of the street
From the east or west on I-94
Take Exit #235B, University of Minnesota/Huron Boulevard
Follow Huron Boulevard one block and turn left onto Fulton Street (first stop light)
Drive three blocks and turn right onto Oak Street
Follow Oak Street past the McNamara Alumni Center (on the left) and cross over University Avenue
Oak Street will curve to the left and turn into 4th Street
Turn left at the first available street (18th Avenue, 17th Avenue, or 16th Avenue)
Drive one block and turn left onto University Avenue
Immediately get into the right lane and turn right into the University Avenue Parking Ramp — located on the right side of the street
Gathering Reception
Coffee, regular and decaffeinated
Herbal Tea
Hot Apple Cider
For kids of all ages, by request:
Skim Milk
Cold Apple Cider
Salad Course
Mixed Baby Greens with fresh raspberries and blackberries, shaved Parmesan cheese, and balsamic-herb vinaigrette
For kids:
Fresh Fruit Cup
Entree Course
Freshly Baked Breads with sweet butter
Please RSVP to choose from:
Sauteed Salmon under Basil Pesto with Yukon Gold Smashed Potatoes and Grilled Asparagus
Grilled Sirloin with Brown Rice, Oyster Mushrooms, and Watercress with Miso Vinaigrette
Mushroom Lasagna with Swiss Chard, Parmesan and Boursin Cheeses, Herbs, and a Balsamic Mushroom Glaze
[ Vegetarian ]
For kids:
Chicken Tenders
French Fries
Dessert Celebration
Help yourself to assorted miniature desserts.
Please let us know that you’ll be joining us,
responding no later than Monday, January 28, 2019.
For help selecting entree choices, visit the luncheon menu.
Email Address
Phone Number *
Food Allergies or Special NeedsPlease share any food allergies or special needs of anyone in your party so that we can make sure you're able to enjoy the meal!
Attendee #1 Name
Attendee #1 Meal Preference Sauteed Salmon Grilled Sirloin Mushroom Lasagna Chicken Strip Meal for Kids
Attendee #2 Name
Attendee #2 Meal Preference Sauteed Salmon Grilled Sirloin Mushroom Lasagna Chicken Strip Meal for Kids
Attendee #3 Name
Attendee #3 Meal Preference Sauteed Salmon Grilled Sirloin Mushroom Lasagna Chicken Strip Meal for Kids
Attendee #4 Name
Attendee #4 Meal Preference Sauteed Salmon Grilled Sirloin Mushroom Lasagna Chicken Strip Meal for Kids
If you’re coming to town and need hotel accommodations,
The Graduate Minneapolis is just across the street
from the celebration.
We have not reserved a block of rooms,
so book soon if you’ll be staying!
The Graduate Minneapolis
615 Washington Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Google Map
612.379.8888
GraduateHotels.com/Minneapolis
The Graduate Hotel is adjacent to the McNamara Alumni Center and connected by an underground tunnel, so you can walk to the celebration without braving the elements!
Sleeping rooms include coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, work desk, complimentary high speed wireless Internet access, and complimentary local phone calls.
Hotel parking is available in the adjacent Washington Avenue Parking Ramp and connected by Skyway to the hotel.
Complimentary shuttle service is provided within a five mile radius (which includes downtowns Minneapolis and Saint Paul) for parties of 11 guests or fewer.
Located on the Green Line of the light rail with service to Minneapolis’ entertainment districts and to MSP International Airport (requires 1 transfer).
Shuttle service to the Mall of America or MSP International Airport (both 10 miles away) can be arranged.
All hotel guests receive complimentary access to the University of Minnesota Recreational Center.
Beacon Restaurant and Bar
Pet friendly