KNOW BEFORE YOU GO


What Time Does the Gala Start?

The cocktail reception starts at 6:30 p.m. in the Bel Alton Dining Commons.


Where Should I Park and Enter the Gala?

You may park throughout the PVI campus. Enter through Door 14 or the Main Entrance. Check-in tables will be in the Father Heet Lobby. You will then proceed to the Bel Alton Dining Commons for the cocktail reception and silent auction. The Gala will continue in the Panther Activity Center with dinner, our honoree program, the live auction and raise the paddle, and dancing! 


What Should I Wear?

The dress is cocktail attire. It's not necessary to wear black and gold! Please be comfortable we are looking forward to dancing at the end of the evening!


What Are We Eating?

Click to view the menu.

Do I Need Cash for the Bar?

No. You will receive tickets for the bar when you arrive.


What Is the Program for the Evening?

Click to view the event schedule.


How Will I Be Supporting #yOURPVIcommunity When I Raise the Paddle?

In honor of Ginny Colwell, and as a nod to her love of teaching, the Raise the Paddle will inspire other lifelong learners—our teachers—by funding professional development opportunities. With every paddle raised, an investment will be made in our teachers—to let them learn, to let them bring something back to be shared with their colleagues, and in the end, to let them engage our students in meaningful ways. Get ready to support #yOURPVIcommunity.


When Can I Start Bidding on Auction Items?

Many items will be available to bid on starting tomorrow, Thursday, at 9:00 p.m. Visit Black & Gold Gala to check out the great items and start bidding!


Where Do I Go to Collect Auction Items I Win?

At the end of the evening, you will be able to grab any baskets you won in the Bel Alton Dining Commons. However, if you won a non-tangible item (for example, a Panther Party spot or an experience), you do not need to come back to collect the item—we will email you information a few days after the Gala. Lastly, if you are simply too tired to return to the Dining Commons (we’d rather you dance!), we are happy to hold your item and you can pick it up at PVI on Monday, May 2 at 10 a.m. or Thursday, May 6 at 1 p.m.


Questions?

Let us know at [email protected].

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PVI Black & Gold Gala - April 30, 2022