WINONA, Minn. –The mission-oriented Grace Place, which offers refuge and support for people through difficulties, is 30 years old. A birthday celebration is planned Saturday from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Toner Center at Saint Mary’s University. The event also will mark the retirement of tireless Grace Place founder Carla Burton. She has been director for 30 years.

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Burton. Her morning music and evening music is integral to the Grace Place message of helping hands and hope.

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Downtown. 66 East Second Street.