'Power of the Purse" will help Bemidj ECI

Bemidji Early Childhood Initiative co-coordinators Ginny Kurtzweg, left, and Vicki Wangberg are helped by Diane Sharp and Reva Howe to organize donated purses in advance of "Power of the Purse," a fundraising event from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday at Sparkling Waters. The fundraiser for ECI will provide funding for projects supporting Bemidji's youngest children, their parents and caregivers. Monte Draper | Bemidji Pioneer