Freedom Awards Gala

PRESIDENT DALLIN H. OAKS:  Being born during the Great Depression and losing his father when he was just seven years old provided multiple reasons for this young boy from Provo, Utah, to wonder what happiness or security the future could possibly hold for him.  Yet looking back, there were very specific opportunities and experiences that would ultimately prepare him for a life of influence and service to others.  He also had a mother whose leadership and work ethic set an invaluable example.  The path he travelled has led him to the halls of the U.S. Supreme Court, a career as a well-respected attorney and law professor, a role as president of the country’s second-largest private religious university, the bench of the Utah Supreme Court, and a key leadership position in a worldwide religious organization with a membership of over sixteen million.  This is a man who has devoted his life to supporting, defending, and declaring the values of God, family, freedom, and country.

PHOTO BY CODY BELL, COURTESY OF DESERET BOOK

PURO FAMILY:  The five Puro sisters were raised in Utah.  They shared a love for the performing arts and grew up on stage.  Their parents taught them to always try their hardest, know their strengths, tell the truth, be brave, and to do things that scared them.  All five attended Utah Girls State during their high school years and four have competed at Miss Utah.  Yet even with all of that resulting self-confidence and strong work ethic, their parents were still surprised when one by one, they all chose military service.  Each of the sisters pursued a career in various areas of interest and study and were inspired to join in different ways; but all have chosen to use their skills to serve this country.  Their father refers to them as “Papa’s Patrol.”  And when asked what it feels like to have five daughters serving in the military, he says, “It’s the scariest thing you’ll ever be proud of.”

Jenny Oaks Baker and Family Four will provide the entertainment for the evening. She is a Grammy Nominated, Billboard No. 1 performer, and recording artist.  As a family group they have performed around the world and have released recordings as well.

• Tickets will be $50/person and may be ordered starting Tuesday, June 1. For those interested, a full table (for ten guests) can be purchased for $500 and will be reserved.
• Program participants, Festival sponsors, and those purchasing a full table will have assigned, reserved seating.  Other guests may select a location in open seating that evening.  Ballroom doors will open at 6:00 p.m.  Program will begin at 6:30 p.m.
• Reservations are required.  Tickets will not be available at the door.
• Orders may be placed by phone (801-818-1776) or by going to the Festival office (4626 N. 300 W., Suite 300, Provo).  No online ordering is available.

Salad

Red Romaine Caesar with Feta Cheese
Dressed with Caesar Vinaigrette, and Crostini
Served with Rolls and Butter

Entrée

Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Shrimp Tempura
on a bed of Roasted Red Pepper Sauce,
Accompanied by Balsamic Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Baby Carrots,
and French Green Beans

Dessert

Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Strawberry Cream Cake