Saint Peter’s Hot Havana Nights Gala
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend?
Anyone and everyone over the age of 21 is welcome. Every guest must have a paid reservation.
When can I purchase tickets?
Tickets will be on sale until the event sells out or until November 9, 2018, whichever comes first.
Reserved seating is available for groups who reserve a table of 10 (discount for groups of 10).
What are the hours for the event?
6:00-11:00pm
We’re new to the school this year. We don’t know many people. Should we attend?
Yes; this is a fun evening with lots of do. The open bars and the food station lend themselves to guests circulating and moving about the room in a festive atmosphere. At a minimum we encourage you to attend and have a few drinks and a fabulous meal.
Spouse not interested in attending? No date? Come with friends.
What should I wear?
For this event – almost anything goes. Suggestion - think Havana 1958. Men in Tommy Bahama shirts or old bowling shirts. Ladies who feel glamourous can wear fancy cocktail attire, but this is a good time to pull out those sun dresses too. We encourage you to have fun!
Where should I park?
Parking is free. Please park in the lower parking lot adjacent to the parish hall. The entrance to the event is through the breezeway between Treacy Center and the middle school wing.
How do I pay for my reservation?
Guests may pay with a credit card on the auction website.
What is there to do at the gala?
Please note that purchasing a ticket to the event is one way to support the event. You need not purchase anything. There are silent auction items at all price points.
Entertainment that compliments the theme; raffles and a grab bag
A live and silent auction to participate in or watch; Bidding on mobile devices (cell phones & ipads)
Photo ops with themed decor
Open bar
A fabulous menu (view details on the website)
What happens if I win something in the auction? How do I pay for my purchases?
We prefer payment by check but will also accept payment by credit card. If you choose to pay by credit card, your information will be collected at the time your reservation is made or at check-in the night of the event (the information is kept on file until the event is over. It is then deleted for your security). If authorized in advance, purchases will be automatically charged to the credit card on file.
Purchases (either merchandise or certificates) are taken home at the end of the night. Items such as tickets or ticket vouchers, gift cards, etc. are available from gala personnel at check-out time.
Are my purchases or donation tax deductible?
Cash donations are tax deductible. All or part of the value of items that are purchased may be tax deductible. Please consult with your tax advisor.
Saint Peter’s federal tax id # is: 52-0684-276.
What if I’m a volunteer? Do I need a ticket?
Yes, everyone who attends the event needs a ticket.
Who can I contact for more information?
The event chair is: Marsha Riggio, marshariggio@yahoo.com,
Many volunteers are needed to make this event a success AND it’s lots of fun to participate. Please contact Marsha if you would like to help with planning the party, set-up the day before and day of the event, and clean up the day after the event. Your hours will count towards your family’s 15 hours school service hours requirement