GESU CATHOLIC SCHOOL’S INAUGURAL MARDI GRAS FUNDRAISER – MARCH 2ND, 2019 6:00-10:00PM

 

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Thank you!

Thank you to everyone who supported the Inaugural Mardi Gras event on Saturday, March 2.  It was an amazing night with 400+ guests that included parishioners, school parents, faculty, staff and friends on “Bourbon Street” in the Family Center.  Guests enjoyed delicious New Orleans themed gourmet food stations, a mini casino, live auction items and southern charm ambience!  The event raised significant funds for the Gesu School Learning Commons.  Our gratitude to Gesu school parent Ann King and her team of volunteers who spent many countless hours executing a successful and memorable event!  Merci Beaucoup!

WHAT  
This adult-only, ticketed event will transform the Family Center gym into a scene right out of Bourbon Street, complete with casino-type games and enough New Orleans-style food stations and drinks to keep everyone sated for the Lenten season ahead.

WHEN 
Saturday, March 2nd, 2019 6:00-10:00PM

WHY
The event will play an important role in the continued success of our school and its students, with all proceeds going toward Gesu Catholic School’s Fund for Capital Improvements and the renovation of the current library into a multi-purpose Learning Commons.

WHERE
Gesu Catholic School, Family Center
2450 Miramar Blvd., University Heights, OH

PURCHASE EVENT TICKETS

Event tickets are sold via Eventbrite. Click the ticket below to be redirected to Eventbrite. Individual tickets: $50, Couple: $100, Beignet Sponsor (including 2 tickets): $250.

>>> Casino & Bar – Cash Only. There will NOT be an ATM at the event.

QUESTIONS?

Thank You to Our 2019 Sponsors!

Gold Sponsors

 

Purple Sponsors

Green Sponsors

Parade Sponsors

  • The Beard Group
  • Beaumont School
  • Krissy and Bob Clutterbuck
  • Cryoskin 3.0/Miracle Performance
  • Frank and Sarah DeFino/Leonard and Laura Defino/Rhodes Family/ Brent and Erin Ryan
  • Emily & Peter Delaney ‘92
  • Emily and Scott Edwards
  • Gilmour Academy
  • Hathaway Brown School
  • Graham and Kerianne Hearns
  • Ryan King State Farm
  • Kristin and Pat Krebs
  • Lizardville
  • Polly and Mike Mason/First Midwest Bank
  • Mary Lou McHenry
  • McRann Bigelow Acquisitions, LLC
  • New Vista Enterprises
  • Oak and Embers Tavern
  • Jody and Bob Salata
  • Kristen and Mike Salata
  • Maggie and Brett Schumacher

What to Expect

What to Expect

Dress is “Bourbon Street Best” (Cocktail Casual)

Enjoy gambling, music, New Orleans-style food stations and a full bar to keep everyone sated for the Lenten season ahead.  **Casino and Bar – Cash Only**

The main showcase for this event will be an exciting Paddle Raise Auction led by our very own Father Kiser and Lucy Iemmolo !

Schedule of Events

6:00 PM  DOORS OPEN – CASH BAR, FOOD, GAMBLING TABLES OPEN, PADDLE AUCTION ITEMS ON DISPLAY FOR INITIAL BIDS

At check in, guests will have the opportunity to support the Gesu Learning Commons by purchasing beads valued at $25, $50, or $75 (bead color based on donor level)

8:30 PM  WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION TO LIVE AUCTION
Father Kiser and Principal Lucy Iemmolo – Gesu Video and description of future Learning Commons. (See auction listing to the right.)

9:00 PM LES BONS TEMPS ROULER! BAR AND GAMBLING TABLES REOPEN!

Auction Items

  • Auction Item #1: Naming rights for the future Gesu Learning Commons Opening Bid – $2500
  • Cash Paddle Raise: Opening Bid – $1000; bid increments to follow – $750, $500, $250, $100
  • Auction Item #2: The Ultimate Party Package – Opening Bid $800; Total Approximate Value = $2400
  • Auction Item #3: The Ultimate Golfers Package – Opening Bid $500; Total Approximate Value = $1500
  • Auction Item #4: The Ultimate Wellness Package – Opening Bid $350; Total Approximate Value = $1050
  • Auction Item #5: The Ultimate Cleveland Browns Package – Opening Bid $550; Total Approximate Value = $600
  • Auction Item #6: The Ultimate Gesu Spirit Package – Opening Bid $300; Total Approximate Value = PRICELESS