Join us for Saklan's 70th Anniversary Gala & Auction on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
This 1920s-themed event is sure to be the bee's knees, celebrating 70 years as a vibrant community and supporting the ongoing success of The Saklan School. This adults-only shindig is bound to be the cat’s pajamas, with all proceeds supporting Saklan’s swell programs—think field experiences, guest experts, Project-Based Learning, family groups, and top-notch training for our ace teachers.
Saklan’s Auction Committee is on the hunt for some razzle-dazzle auction items to make this year’s auction the real McCoy! We’re talkin’ about hot-ticket treasures that’ll have the crowd jazzed and ready to bid big. Here’s the skinny on what we need to bring the excitement and rake in the dough:
Why let the revelry stop on April 26th? Keep the champagne flowing and the good times rolling by hosting a sign-up soirée—a fabulous event (your donation) where guests "buy in" (their donation) to join the fun, all in support of our students!
Should I attend?
Most definitely! We want all our parents, teachers, trustees, friends, alumni, and alum parents to come together for what is always a fun evening. This year's event will feature a cocktail reception, seated dinner, live auction, fund-a-need, and more! Mark your calendar, book your babysitter, and enjoy a grown-up night out for an important cause.
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Where is Saklan's 70th Anniversary Gala & Auction taking place?
What is the schedule for the evening?
6:00 - Cocktail Reception & Live Music
7:30 - Plated Dinner
8:00 - Live Auction & Festivities
9:00 - Dancing
What is on the menu?
What if I have dietary restrictions?
Tell us right away! The chef aims to please and wants you to enjoy the food to the fullest. Please email Emily right away with your food restrictions at [email protected].
Will there be entertainment during the event?
Yes! We are excited to welcome Radio Gatsby to provide live music during our gala. Radio Gatsby is an established San Francisco-based, event & dance band that performs unique arrangements of 1920s & Speakeasy Jazz, Classic R&B, Disco, and Modern Pop!
What can I bid on?
Items small and items priceless! From student artwork to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, there are choices in all price ranges. Silent auction items start at $20. You don’t have to spend a lot of money, just your time with friends. :-)
What are we raising money for?
What if I can't attend?
Not to worry, you can still be involved! Even if you can't join us in person at the Gala, you can still be involved in the auction. From donating wine for the wine ring toss to underwriting a teacher's ticket, there are many ways to show support for the event. This year's silent auction will again be online, so all community members can participate in the auction even if they can't be at the event!
Will there be an MC or Auctioneer?
Yes! Eric Johnson will again be conducting the live auction and Fund-a-Need this year. Eric has more than 20 years of experience on television and radio, and performing and presenting in front of groups ranging in size from 30-3,000. He has parlayed this experience into a career as one of Northern California’s most in-demand charity auctioneers, with more than $4 million raised for clients in the past three years alone. Eric holds dual degrees from Duke University and a Masters from USC. He is bonded in the state of California, and has a Benefit Auctioneer Specialist designation from the National Auctioneers Association.
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