Join Us for an Evening of Fun and Philanthropy!
The Banner School is proud to announce The Great House Gala and Auction will be held on March 23, 2024 at the Attaboy Barrel House in Frederick, MD.
As you step into the venue, you'll find yourself in the warm glow of flickering candles, surrounded by the rich colors and distinctive emblems of our four houses: Jefferson Golden Cats, Market Navy Ghosts, Dill Emerald Dragons, and Carroll Crimson Cardinals. From the open bar, order a handmade cocktail featuring McClintock Distilling spirits - our 2024 Gala Spirit Sponsor - or wine, generously provided by The Verlaque Family - our 2024 Gala Wine Sponsor. Enjoy a selection of passed hors d’oeuvres as you mingle and bid in the highly anticipated auction, offering exclusive items and experiences. And, of course, the celebration wouldn't be complete without dinner and dancing. Throughout the evening, guests will also have the opportunity to win house points.
Event Menu
Open Bar featuring:
Handmade cocktails sponsored by McClintock Distilling
Wine selections sponsored by The Verlaque Family
Beer and Hard Seltzers by Attaboy
Passed hors d'oeuvres begin promptly at 5:30pm.
*v - vegan; veg - vegetarian; gf - gluten free. Sauces will be served on the side.
Passed Hors D'oeuvres
- Bacon Wrapped Scallops with signature barbecue sauce (gf)
- Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus with a Fresh Pea and Mint Puree (gf)
- Grape Truffle - Grape Rolled With Herb Goat Cheese & Pistachio with Raspberry Dipping Sauce (veg, gf)
- Spinach Mushrooms - Silver Dollar Mushrooms Stuffed with a House Spinach, Garlic Parmesan Mix (veg, gf)
Salad
- House Garden Salad with House Tomato Vinaigrette served with Focaccia Bread (veg; v, gf available)
Main Course
- Carriage House Slowly Braised Brisket with House Signature BBQ Sauce (gf)
- Grilled Chicken Breast with Caramelized Pearl Onion and Tomato Relish (gf)
- Cauliflower "Steak" with Chimichurri Sauce (v, gf; available by request only)
- Baby Baker Potatoes with Garlic Butter and Herbs (veg, gf)
- Seasonal Vegetable Medley (veg, gf)
Dessert
- Mini Dessert Assortment Served Family Style
Helpful Information:
- Auction items and experiences will be available for preview before the event, so check back for a look!
- To help us provide reduced pricing to our beloved Banner teachers and staff, you may donate to “Donate to Teacher Ticket Fund”. To sponsor a specific teacher or staff member, select Buy Tickets, add the desired number Staff Tickets, and input the person's name you'd like to sponsor in Guest Details. Our fundraising goal for this initiative is $1,250.