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The Emerson

Sponsored by the Bertsch Family Foundation

APRIL 19TH 2024

JACK ROTH STADIUM CLUB

Thank you for your interest in the Golden Gala! 
While ticket sales have ended, we encourage you to join us at future events.
If you'd still like to contribute to the Gala, please consider these opportunities:

PLEASE NOTE THE GALA IS FOR GUESTS 21+

APRIL 19TH 2024 
THE JACK ROTH STADIUM CLUB AT THE BIG HOUSE

This glamorous affair marks the 50th anniversary of Emerson School, and we invite you to be a part of this milestone celebration. The Golden Gala aims to not only commemorate our rich history but also to raise essential funds that will shape the future of our school. The evening promises a delightful blend of experiences, including a three-course dinner, live auction, an insightful stadium tour, an engaging live auction, a tempting wine and whiskey pull, thrilling raffles, and a wondrous celebration of both our past and the exciting journey that lies ahead. Your support as a sponsor will play a pivotal role in ensuring the continued success and growth of Emerson School.

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The Emerson

Sponsored by the Bertsch Family Foundation

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

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5:00 PM

ARRIVAL AND STADIUM TOUR

Curbside complimentary valet and walk the halls of champions. 

5:30-6:30 PM

COCKTAIL HOUR

Strolling hors d'oeuvres and specialty cocktails

Wine and whiskey pull

Teacher experience raffle

6:45-8:15 PM

DINNER AND LIVE AUCTION

8:15-11:00 PM

GALA RECEPTION

Strolling dessert 

Dancing

Raffle winners announced

THE GALA IS A FORMAL

TO SEMI-FORMAL EVENT

 

To help us celebrate our 50th anniversary,

attire in the theme of gold and navy is encouraged.

COMPLIMENTARY VALET

 

Valet parking will be available upon arrival at the Jack Roth Stadium Club entrance.

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS

 

Dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Please note needs on ticket purchase form.

Golden Gala Menu

First Course

Roasted Beet Salad

Roasted local beets on arugula, with White Lotus Farm goat cheese, candied pecans, and topped with Citrus Vinaigrette

Second Course

- choice of -

Grilled chicken breast, topped with a creamy white wine, lemon caper and herb sauce

Prime Rib

Chicken Piccata

Sesame Salmon

Rubbed with garlic, rosemary and cracked peppercorns, slow roasted for hours served with au jus and horseradish cream sauce

Coated with black and white sesame seeds, baked and served with fresh mango puree and Port plum sauce

Portobello Wellington*

Grilled whole mushroom cap topped with a spinach, mushroom duxelle and Gruyere cheese mixture wrapped with pastry and baked

Third Course

Arrangements of decadent pastries, chocolates, and a celebration cake paired with a coffee bar

Strolling Desserts

All entrées served with garlic mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.

*Vegetarian and nut-free

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LIVE AUCTION

Bid on exclusive experiences during the Golden Gala live auction. All proceeds are dedicated to benefiting Emerson School and its community. The live auction adds a touch of excitement and friendly competition to the event, as participants bid for coveted prizes - knowing that contributions directly support the school's educational endeavors.

Would like to sponsor this event? Click below!

Live Auction

ADDITIONAL GALA ACTIVITIES

TEACHER EXPERIENCE RAFFLE

 

Win a fun activity with a favorite teacher for your student.

ONLINE AUCTION

Bid on one of a kind grade level projects created by the students exclusively for

the gala.

WINE AND WHISKEY PULL

 

Take a chance in our raffle and you could win some amazing wine or spirits.

OTHER EVENTS AT THE GALA

OPPORTUNITIES TO SUPPORT EMERSON WHILE HAVING A BALL AT THE GALA

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CUSTOM LOCKER ROOM EXPERIENCE

Experience the thrill of game day like never before with your custom named locker, complete with keepsake nameplate, and Michigan swag!

$350.00 per locker

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FIELD GOAL EXPERIENCE

Show the school what you're made of with not one but two tries to kick a field goal at Michigan stadium!

$50.00 per experience

THANK YOU TO OUR GALA SPONSORS

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PRESENTING SPONSOR

THE BERTSCH FAMILY FOUNDATION

EXPERIENCE SPONSOR

THE MOVEABLE FEAST CATERING

GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR

MARK & TRISH HEUSEL

SILVER LEVEL SPONSOR

MARTIN FAMILY FOUNDATION

SARAH & KALEN RIMAR

ZIPPY AUTO WASH

NAVY LEVEL SPONSOR

DAVID H. & ELANE FELDMAN

CURTIS, CURTIS, & BRELINSKI, P.C.MARSH & MCLENNAN AGENCY, MICHIGAN

JULIA & BRENT WILLSON

CINDY WOO & ED ANIAG

FAST SIGNS

PRINT-TECH

WINE & WHISKEY PULL SPONSOR

TEACHER EXPERIENCE SPONSOR

STEVEN & JANET RIMAR

DANILO & VALERIE PEGUERO

ANONYMOUS

LISA & MIKE PSAROUTHAKIS

ANDI & STEVE BUCHI

ALICIA & ERIK MAJCHER

BANK OF ANN ARBOR

TERRY & SANDRA L. LANGSTON

MARK & MARY MUETING

PATTY PETROWSKI & MATT TWETTEN

PARVATHY NAIR & BIPIN RAVINDRAN

LESLIE CAPOZZOLI & DAN ROCCO

MATT & SARAH CLEVE

NADIA HASAN & RUSHDI ISSA

MARIAH MALLETT

ANDI & STEVE BUCHI

ALICIA & ERIK MAJCHER

The Emerson

Sponsored by the Bertsch Family Foundation

EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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