Wine & Beverage Reception — Dancers from SCD — Live & Silent Auctions — String Quartet — Elegant Dinner & Dessert by Elaine Bell Catering — Dancing with Funk Fatale You are cordially invited to an evening of elegance and philanthropy at our inaugural Masquerade Ball benefiting Sonoma Conservatory of Dance. Join us on November 14th at 5:30 PM at the exquisite Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, and step into a world of elegance as we kick off the evening with a delightful reception featuring silent auctions and enchanting music performed by the Advanced Chamber Ensemble from Sonoma’s ViVO Youth Orchestras. Indulge in a sumptuous meal catered by the legendary Elaine Bell Catering—a fitting finale to her illustrious career. The evening will also showcase captivating ballet performances by SCD’s talented students, celebrating the art of dance. Prepare for an exciting auction led by the esteemed auctioneer Richard Habib, offering one-of-a-kind experiences that will help fund essential needs—from tuition assistance and additional teachers to studio enhancements, costumes, and props. We will honor three remarkable individuals who have made profound contributions to the world of dance and the local community: Andrea Valo-Espina, Diana and Roger Rhoten, and SCD Alumna and instructor Viridiana “Viri” Martínez. As the night unfolds, dance the evening away to the vibrant sounds of Funk Fatale. Dress to impress—costumes and masks are highly encouraged! This magical evening celebrates 54 years of the Conservatory’s service to the Sonoma Valley, with all proceeds directly supporting this cherished non-profit studio. Your participation ensures that we can continue to nurture creativity, discipline, and artistic expression in future generations of dancers. Tickets are available starting at $250. Whether you purchase a ticket or make a donation, your generosity will have a direct impact on dance education in Sonoma Valley. For a safe and stylish way to attend from San Francisco and Marin County, we are pleased to offer an elegant charter bus service provided by California Wine Tours. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic ride to the stunning Jacuzzi Family Vineyards. Charter Bus Details: Departure: - 3:30 PM from St. Francis Yacht Club (99 Yacht Rd, San Francisco, CA 94123) - Strawberry Village at Go Urgent Health Care (750 Redwood Highway Frontage Rd STE 1204, Mill Valley, CA 94941) - Hamilton Safeway Parking Lot (5720 Nave Dr, Novato, CA 94949) Return: Depart Jacuzzi Family Vineyards at 10:00 PM with a final arrival at St. Francis Yacht Club at 11:30 PM Estimated Travel Time: 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes, depending on traffic. Tickets: $77 per person (round trip) Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of this amazing event! Reserve your tickets and sponsorships now and help sustain the arts in our community! For more information on tickets, becoming a Sponsor, or donating, please visit scdgala.org, call (707) 938-1424 or email [email protected]. To ensure event check-in is quick and bidding easy, please pre-register at: https://givebutter.com/c/scdgala/auction and click "Register to Bid". While you're there get a sneak peak at the amazing Auctions items that we're slowly unveiling! -- Bummed that you have to miss this amazing event? We've got you covered! If you're not able to join us on Thursday, November 14, and you still want to support our amazing dancers, you can Bid on auction items by registering here: https://givebutter.com/c/scdgala/auction Make a one-time or monthly donation here: https://givebutter.com/sonomaconservatoryofdance . . . or do both!