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The event will simulate a simpler, more relaxed time.
In the beginning, when the Priory opened its doors in 1957, there were seven young monks, a bare hillside, and 14 boys. In the culture around them, there were classic cars, rock ‘n roll music, film stars, soda shops, crazy clothes and dances that made the
‘50s a time to remember.
Symbols of the ‘50s: kids loved them, parents worried about them, and the older generation didn’t understand them. Guests at the Priory will be immersed in them at the annual auction and dinner dance, which this year celebrates the Priory’s 45th anniversary.
You’ll know you’re there by the classic Ford Fairlane convertible parked at the curb when the party begins—6 p.m., May 3 at the Hotel Sofitel in Redwood Shores.
The emphasis at this year’s auction is on fun—it’s a party no Priory community member from ‘57 forward will want to miss. The colors and ambiance will speed you backwards, and the food and music will recapture the spirit of those carefree times. Sometimes, you could swear you were in a—well that’s a secret, which Auction Chair Carol Duncan doesn’t want to reveal until dinner at 8:00 p.m.
Remember Elvis, Marilyn and James Dean? You’ll see them and other teen heart throbs—they each head up a room filled with silent auction treats. You’ll see items from dreamy to practical—and probably at prices that will tempt you to stock up for the year ahead.
Restaurant certificates, wines, art, jewels, professional services, vacation home getaways, gift items, sports memorabilia, great tickets to special events, things you need and things you want will all be spread before you with a lavish hand. There will be something for every taste and pocketbook.
As always, parents can secure a variety of school–site rewards fortheirchildren.HowaboutHeadmasterforaDay? Themost prized parking spot? Naming rights to the Priory driveway, or —drum roll, please—a week of free dress for
an entire class?
After the silent auction, the sumptuous hors d’oeuvres and
Father Martin Mager is at work on the 19th in his tall clock series. This one will stand over seven feet tall and is made of a delicious black walnut wood, which has the color of rich chocolate. Themechanism,face, weights and lyre pendulum are imported from Germany. Each of Father Martin’s gems is signed and dated.
Auction and Dinner Dance
In the beginning... Woodside Priory 1957 Will Deliver Surprises and Fun
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