Frequently Asked Questions: Getting Ready for the Gala
Where do I park?
Parking is available outside the main gate of Buena Vista Winery, at 18000 Old Winery Road in Sonoma. Shuttle rides will be provided for those who wish to ride in the Van Golf Cart from the parking area to the winery entrance.
Opening Reception?
We will start the evening at 5:30 pm with appetizers and a selection of Buena Vista's finest Wines and Bubbles.
Will there be a Silent Auction during the Recpetion
Yes, we will have our artist best of the week paintings available for silent auction.You will also be able to bid on a Blank Canvas from the artists of your choice. If you like the artist's style you can have the artist paint something just for you!
What time is Dinner?
Seating will begin at 7:oo pm, Dinner will be served by 7:30 pm. and the program will begin around 8:00 pm.
Who's preparing dinner?
We are delighted that Park Avenue Catering will be serving dinner. It will be paired with a special selection of wines from Buena Vista.
What should I wear?
Creative color! EXPRESS YOUSELF!
What's the best way to show my support?
To put 100% of your money directly into the art programs for Sonoma Valley Public Schools you can raise your paddle during Fund-a-Need! Remember that 40% of all art sold during the evening goes directly into the art programs.
How do I avoid long checkout lines?
The best way to avoid long lines at checkout is to register with your credit card upon arrival. All your credit information is secure. We will link your bid number with your credit card, so you can bid on silent auction art work and Fund-a-Need, purchase Studio Art or Blank Canvas. Check out will be a breeze - we simply verify your number.
Parking is available outside the main gate of Buena Vista Winery, at 18000 Old Winery Road in Sonoma. Shuttle rides will be provided for those who wish to ride in the Van Golf Cart from the parking area to the winery entrance.
Opening Reception?
We will start the evening at 5:30 pm with appetizers and a selection of Buena Vista's finest Wines and Bubbles.
Will there be a Silent Auction during the Recpetion
Yes, we will have our artist best of the week paintings available for silent auction.You will also be able to bid on a Blank Canvas from the artists of your choice. If you like the artist's style you can have the artist paint something just for you!
What time is Dinner?
Seating will begin at 7:oo pm, Dinner will be served by 7:30 pm. and the program will begin around 8:00 pm.
Who's preparing dinner?
We are delighted that Park Avenue Catering will be serving dinner. It will be paired with a special selection of wines from Buena Vista.
What should I wear?
Creative color! EXPRESS YOUSELF!
What's the best way to show my support?
To put 100% of your money directly into the art programs for Sonoma Valley Public Schools you can raise your paddle during Fund-a-Need! Remember that 40% of all art sold during the evening goes directly into the art programs.
How do I avoid long checkout lines?
The best way to avoid long lines at checkout is to register with your credit card upon arrival. All your credit information is secure. We will link your bid number with your credit card, so you can bid on silent auction art work and Fund-a-Need, purchase Studio Art or Blank Canvas. Check out will be a breeze - we simply verify your number.
