Page 20 - 2019 Observations ~ The Montessori School

Being part of the Annual
Spring Auction preparation
is a big responsibility as we
are tasked with making the
Annual Spring Auction 2019— overall vision a reality. It is

so rewarding to be part of
the teamwork that results
Havana Nights in such a transformative,
n the evening of May 18th, The Montessori School parent community,
successful evening. The fin-
along with Alumni, Board and friends turned out in celebration and sup-
Oport for our School for our Annual Spring Auction. The space was trans- ished product is like enter-
formed and the festive and colorful theme, “Havana Nights,” transported guests
ing another time or place.
Everyone is dressed up and
as they immersed themselves in the lively décor, feasted on Cuban-inspired fare
excited for those amazing
and took to the dance floor to music played by a traditional, eight-piece Cuban
band and a professional dance ensemble. Fundraising included our traditional Si-
hours we get to spend each
year celebrating our commu-
lent Auction, beautiful and inspirational Class Projects and a Raise the Paddle, all to
benefit our School. Even more popular this year, was an offering of more than two
nity, raising money for our
children and their precious
dozen different and unique sign-up events to engage a variety of interests and ages
including evening adult group dinners, a bird watching hike for families, a Spanish
truly a magical event not to
scavenger hunt and movie night at the School for children, and a Sunday morning
coffee and excursion for dads. These carefully crafted sign-ups are scheduled and
be missed!
planned throughout the calendar to keep the party and connections going well into
—Ginger Parsons, Parent and
Auction Committee Member

the next School year! School, and having FUN! It’s

Photos from Shoot the Cake by Dorie
Hagler Photography
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