UPDATE: Online registration for the annual St. Mary’s Nursery School Fundraiser “Spring For Our School” closes on Tuesday, April 9 at midnight. Discounted tickets ($45) include drinks and food, music and dancing.

Do you want to support children in your community and have a great night out? Please consider attending the Spring For Our School Silent Auction & Party on Saturday, April 13, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the University of Pennsylvania Houston Hall – Bodek Lounge (3417 Spruce St.)

Who is Saint Mary’s Nursery School? SMNS is a diverse, non-profit, non-church affiliated school celebrating 55 years in West Philadelphia, home to 140 children and many active family members who participate in our co-op program. We offer toddler, preschool, Pre-K, After School and Summer Camp programs.

Honoring Representative James R. Roebuck: Rep. James R. Roebuck will be awarded the Jennifer Nix Award for Service in Early Childhood Education for his support of Early Childhood Education (ECE) over the course of his career. Rep. Roebuck is currently Minority Chair of the House Education Committee, and has served on this committee since the early 1990’s, championing education issues from Early Childhood through Pre-K and Higher Education. Rep. Roebuck shares, “It’s only in the past 10-15 years [that] the conversation has evolved and we have talked about programs in the state which would allocate substantial resources into ECE – and I’m proud I’ve been part of that effort.” 

Special Attractions: Enjoy the animated hosting of Kittson O’Neill (Shakespeare in Clark Park) and the signature flow of  DJ Duiji 13 (Sofistifunk, Vinyl Tap Fridays). Savor beer by Philly Homebrew West, wine by Moore Brothers, spirits by New Liberty Distillery, and hors d’oeuvres by Chef’s Table.

Silent Auction: Would you bid on a Cape May vacation or some hand-made Iranian jewelry? How about a birthday party package to University Family Fun Center or a new bike? Over 100 items are featured.

Support / Sponsor – How and Why? Purchase tickets, sponsor or make a donation of funds or silent auction items now. Tickets are available in advance online for $45 through April 9th and at the door for $50. A $150 “Friends”sponsorship comes with 2 tickets. We are seeking to raise $36,000 to support teacher education, improve our facilities and materials, and keep our program affordable for families of all economic backgrounds. We are grateful for our local business sponsors – please support them!

For more info, visit www.stmarysnursery.org.

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