Carnival Gala, a benefit event to support MSB

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The Montessori School of the Berkshires will host the MSB Carnival Gala at Balderdash Cellars in Richmond, MA from 4:30-7:30 pm on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Individual ticket sales will begin online on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.

Sponsorship options are detailed below. You may reserve your sponsorship or advertisement using the form linked below or by emailing jackie@berkshiremontessori.org.

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We are pleased to honor B. Carter White, outgoing Chair of MSB's Board of Trustees, at this year's gala. Carter is retired and devotes his time as a volunteer to many Berkshire County non-profit institutions. Before retirement, he was Vice President for Administration and Finance at the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation. Carter has spent the past 13 years as a part of the MSB team and is a stalwart supporter of its students and mission.

We are pleased to honor B. Carter White, outgoing MSB Board of Trustee Chair, at this year's gala. Carter is retired and devotes his time as a volunteer to many Berkshire County non-profit institutions. Before retirement, he was Vice President for Administration and Finance at the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation. Carter has spent the past 13 years as a part of the MSB team and is a stalwart supporter of the students and the mission of MSB.

A SPECTACULAR Silent Auction

OUTSTANDING Carnival Fun

HEAVENLY Food and Delights

and so much more...

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A SPECTACULAR Silent Auction

OUTSTANDING Carnival Fun

HEAVENLY Food and Delights

and so much more...

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We are grateful to our sponsors, without whom this event would be impossible!

The Fusick Family

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Two elementary students standing at a countertop with vases and greenery

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Event Committee: Thank you for your amazing work!

Ashley LaVelle

Heather Fusick

Melisa Krzyzstof

Mike Schroth

Molly Merrihew

Nicola Kean

Leisl Moriarty

Liza Murray

Lorraine Shaw

Peter Metz, BoT

Jamie Hicks-Furgang, BoT

Simon Holzapfel, BoT, Chair

Ashley LaVelle

Heather Fusick

Melisa Krzyzstof

Mike Schroth

Molly Merrihew

Nicola Kean

Leisl Moriarty

Liza Murray

Lorraine Shaw

Peter Metz, BoT

Jamie Hicks-Furgang, BoT

Simon Holzapfel, BoT, Chair

Yellow banner reading Gala Tickets & Contributions

Tickets will be available for online purchase starting April 2, 2024. We extend our heartfelt gratitude in advance to everyone who purchases a ticket, at any level. In addition to being recognized on the MSB website and in the Annual Report, those who purchase tickets before May 15, 2024 will be recognized at the event.

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Explorer Support

$1,000

2 tickets to the event
2 Sponsored Community Tickets
1/3 page advertisement in the program
Recognition in the event program and website

Star Support

$2,500

4 tickets valued at $125 per ticket (can be used as community tickets)
2 community tickets valued at $125 per ticket
Recognition in the event program and website
1/3 page advertisement in the program

Rising Support

$5,000

5 tickets valued at $125 per ticket (can be used as community tickets)
2 community tickets valued at $125 per ticket
2 tickets to the exclusive after-party tour and tasting
Recognition in the event program and website
Recognition on all event social media and print materials
Full-page advertisement in the program
Logo or name displayed at the bar

Adventurer Support

$10,000

(exclusive top sponsor)

6 tickets valued at $125 per ticket (can be used as community tickets)
4 community tickets valued at $125 per ticket
4 tickets to the exclusive after-party tour and tasting
Recognition in the event program and website
Recognition on all event social media and print materials
Full-page, front inside cover, advertisement in the program
Logo or name displayed at all tables at the event

Advertising

$250 for a ⅓ page advertisement in the program
$500 for full-page advertisement in the program

Supporter Tickets

$125

One event ticket

Couples Tickets

$200

Two event tickets

After-Party Balderdash

Tour and Tasting

$100

Only 35 tickets available!

Pathfinder Tickets

$500

Two tickets to the event
Two tickets to the After Party Balderdash Tour and Tasting
Recognition in the event program and on the website

For questions, please reach out to Jackie Kelly-Olson, Director of Advancement, at jackie@berkshiremontessori.org.

Supporter Tickets

$125

One event ticket

Couples Tickets

$200

Two event tickets

After-Party Balderdash

Tour and Tasting

$100

Only 35 tickets available!

Pathfinder Tickets

$500

Two tickets to the event
Two tickets to the After Party Balderdash Tour and Tasting
Recognition in the event program and on the website

For questions, please reach out to Jackie Kelly-Olson, Director of Advancement, at jackie@berkshiremontessori.org.

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PO Box 422, 21 Patterson Road, Lenox Dale, MA 01242

The Montessori School of the Berkshires (MSB) is a private independent coed school which inspires children to develop independent thinking, self-assurance, inner discipline, and a love of learning in an authentic Montessori environment nestled in the scenic Berkshire hills. We serve children in toddler, preschool, elementary, middle, and adolescent programs. MSB is an equal opportunity employer and provider. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, cultural beliefs, marital status, or ethnic origin in employment or the administration of admissions programs or policies.