Fossil Discovery Center celebrates 15 years

Nancy Simpson/The Madera Tribune

Michael George, Fossil Discovery Center’s paleontologist, speaks to the guests at the 15th anniversary celebration dinner.

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Fossil Discovery Center of Madera County has been around for 15 years. It celebrated with an anniversary dinner and fundraiser at The Vineyard Restaurant.

The evening began with entertainment by Chuck DeFina and the Sounds of Italy, which played Italian music with accordion while guests visited with one another Sunday evening.

Michele Pecina, Director of Fossil Discovery Center of Madera County, welcomed about 60 guests who attended, and thanked sponsors and people who had helped along the way.