Hi all,
Misha was a CSE major who passed away two years ago from complications during dental surgery. His friends and family are putting on a fundraiser to have a bench at UW to honor his memory. Details below.
Dance in Mikhail’s Memory
What: A fund raising salsa dance to install a memorial bench for Mikhail/Misha/Michael Manyak. There will be a lesson for beginners from 6:00 – 6:45, dancing until 9:00 with performances by Johnny Bravo Dancers, and Salsa Con Todo at 8:00.
Who: Misha’s friends, family, fans, fellow dancers, etc. This event is open to the public, attendees need not have a personal connection with Misha.
When: Sunday, August 8 6pm – 9pm
Where: HaLo located at 500 E Pike St
Why: Two years ago we lost a dear friend and we want to establish a place on or near the University of Washington campus where he will be remembered forever.
How: The minimum cover will be $6 (the usual at HaLo), with a recommended donation of $25 for individuals and $40 for couples. Our goal is $5400 to cover the cost of the event and the bench on the University of Washington campus, and this is our main fund raising event. Anything you can donate helps!
Any questions about the event or donations for the bench can be made to Eugenia Prezhdo and Leah Fury, friends of Misha: eprezhdo@u.washington.edu and lpfury@u.washington.edu.