In an effort to take a bite out of poverty, People Responding in Social Ministry (PRISM) sponsored a “Taste of the ‘Burbs” gala at the Metropolitan Ballroom in Golden Valley. The event featured hors d’oeuvres from 13 local restaurants as well as cocktails and mocktails. A three-piece band played jazz while guests — dressed in cocktail attire or “thrift shop chic” — perused the silent auction. PRISM helps individuals and families in the suburbs move toward self-sufficiency through counseling and education.
![From left to right, PRISM board vice chair, Sharon Sund, PRISM board chair, Betty Folliard, PRISM executive director, Michelle. Ness, Golden Valley City Council member, Larry Fonnest and his partner, Jim Nepp. ] (SPECIAL TO THE STAR TRIBUNE/BRE McGEE) **Sharon Sound (left, PRISM board vice chair), Betty Folliard (second from left, PRISM board chair), Michelle Ness (center, PRISM executive director), Larry Fonnest (second from right, Golden Valley City Council member), Jim Nepp (right, Larry Fonn](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/JDVPFQAFWQIBWTSS2GFDOJZLWI.jpg?&w=1080)
