"Dream of a White Christmas.... And a new gym floor!"
Saturday, November 21, 2009

Documents:
Book of Auction Items
Invitation
RSVP Card
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What is the St. Gerald Guardian Angel Dinner and Auction?
The Guardian Angel Dinner and Auction is an annual fundraiser for St. Gerald's School.

What is the specific purpose of the fundraiser?
The purpose is twofold: First, to raise much needed monies for the school and, second, to provide our parish community with a social event that brings us together in faith, fun and fellowship.

In what ways are the monies used?
In the past, the monies have been used for air conditioning, the school library and last year to replace the leaking gym roof to name a few. Needs are assessed on an annual basis and goals are set to keep our school and its building functioning at its highest level.

What are the funds being used for this year?
This year's proceeds will be used to replace the badly damaged gym floor. This is important not only to the school but to the many parish groups that utilize the facility such as CCD, Boys/Girl Scouts, Men's Club, Knight's of Columbus, and various groups that rent for special personal events.

Why should I attend this event?
If you attend, you obviously help raise funds for the school, but the other reasons are to have FUN, enjoy a gourmet sit down dinner, socialize with friends and make new ones, and experience the excitement of bidding on fabulous items that will FIT EVERY BUDGET.

How much does it cost and what is different this year?
The dinner and auction is $75.00 per person and includes appetizers, dinner, dessert, cocktails, wine, silent and oral auction and, new this year, a post auction dance.

Why was the auction moved to November?
The November date allows everyone attending to kick off the Christmas holiday season with an elegant evening and to get a head start on their Christmas shopping in a unique way.

Are there other ways I can be involved or help out monetarily besides coming to the event?
Whether you are a parent, grandparent or simply a parishioner who believes in Catholic education, please refer to the back of this flyer for a list of ways you can contribute your "time, talent or treasure" to help make this worthy cause a success.

TIME AND TALENT
Dinner Committee Chair: Carrie Siedlik
Contact info: 305-2781 or JeffandCarrie@cox.net
Needed: 3-5 people to help set dining room and appetizer tables on Friday.

Clean up Committee Chair: Crystalynn Garnatz
Contact info: 490-1587 or crystalynnbeauty@cox.net
Needed: Several people to assist in taking tables down after the dinner/auction/dance and general clean up.

Bartending Committee Chair: Joe Connor
Contact info: 331-7316 or JoeandTracy@cox.net
Needed: Three or four people to help bartend throughout the evening.

School Children Art Projects Committee Chair: Jen Shepoka
Contact info: 682-5834 or JenShepoka@hotmail.com
Needed: Artists, crafters and general helpers to assist Mrs. Mrs. Shepoka and the school children as they make artistic creations for sale at the auction. In addition, donations of matting, framing or donations to purchase needed materials.

Thank You Committee Chair: Christy Krajeski.
Contact info: 339-1702 or ckrajeski@donandrons.com
Needed: Volunteers to assist in writing thank you notes to all of our generous donors.

Check-in/Cashier Committee Chair: Lori Bauer.
Contact info: rlbauer@cox.net or 593-0538.
Needed: Volunteers from approximately 6PM to 10:30PM to check in guests, enter winning bids, run invoices, etc. Training provided during 1 to 2 meetings prior to event.

Family Baskets Chair: Angie Reed.
Contact info: wareed@cox.net or 331-7029.
Needed: Family baskets - They're back! Get the family together, or even join up with another family, come up with a theme, and create a basket for the auction! Once your basket is ready, or if you need ideas to make one, call Angi.

TREASURE
This year everyone (businesses and/or individuals) have the opportunity to assist in the underwriting of the auction. We are in need of donations for the auction that might provide for unique experiences, such as condos/hotel rooms, airline tickets, sky boxes, show tickets, etc. If you would like more information, have a possible donation you would like to discuss, would like to make a monetary donation to help underwrite the expense, or know of a friend or family member that may be able to assist, please contact Mary Sheridan. Contact info: 5Sheridans@cox.net or 933-9394.

Program Advertisement Chair: Ann Kaste
Contact info: annkaste@gmail.com or 991-9274
Call to advertise in the auction program for as little as $50 for a business card size ad or up to $300 for a full page.

From all of us - Thank You in Advance for your time, talent, and generosity!