FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the Spring Auction?
The Langley School Spring Auction is a highlight of the school year and we are thrilled that the event will be in-person this year. Please join us for the auction on Saturday, April 26 at the Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC. 

The evening includes cocktails, a seated dinner, silent and live auctions, raffles, games, live music and dancing. In addition to raising funds to help make possible professional development opportunities for Langley’s incredible faculty and staff, the evening is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the company of other Langley parents, faculty and staff. 

What is the timeline for the evening?

What is included in my ticket?
Tickets include the cocktail reception (open bar and hors d’oeuvres), a three-course seated dinner with beverages, followed by live music and dancing. Raffles, games, silent and live auctions, and raise the paddle are not included in the ticket price. 

Faculty and staff are invited to attend the event for free. Tickets are generously underwritten by Langley School families. 

Sponsorships are also available. Depending on the level of sponsorship, tickets and/or a table are included in the sponsorship package.

Who do I sit with?

• Tables are for 10 guests.

• If you are purchasing individual tickets and have already organized a table, please let us know who you will be sitting with in the special accommodations box.

• If you don’t have a preference, please write your class or grade level, and we'll seat you with friends you're sure to enjoy! We'll do our best to accommodate all requests.

• If you are purchasing a sponsorship, you will be prompted to enter your guest information, or you can invite your guests to fill out their information using a unique link and code which you will receive on your confirmation page.

What is the After Party?   
Following the dinner, program, live and silent auction, and dancing, the festivities will continue in the adjacent ballroom at the Four Seasons from 11:00 PM until 1:00 AM. The After Party will include an open bar, late-night snacks, your favorite tunes from the 80's, as well as the opportunity to mix and mingle with old and new friends. Tickets will be sold in advance, as well as at the door. 

What is the Attire for the Evening?
The dress-code for the evening is cocktail attire. Men typically wear a suit and tie while women wear a cocktail dress.

What is the Silent Auction?
The silent auction includes a wide range of exciting items including sports; entertainment; dining; travel and getaway; healthy, wellness and beauty; one-of-a-kind experiences and much more.

The Greater Giving mobile/online bidding platform will be used for the silent auction, which also includes a “Super Silent” category of unique items. The “Super Silent” category will close after the other silent auction categories. Guests will bid using their smartphones or desktop computers.

What are Great Gatherings?
Gatherings are a “great” way to make new friends and connect with old friends while enjoying a fun, low-key activity, outing, or event. Come by yourself or make plans with friends to join together – a great time awaits you. Our community is stronger and more connected when we “gather” all year long! It’s all been organized for you – all you need to do is join in! “Buy a spot” for one or more Great Gathering events.

What is the Live Auction?
The live auction will take place in-person at the auction on Saturday, April 26. Guests will be assigned a bid number given a bid card at registration. The live auction will occur during the dinner and Max Wolf of Wolf Auction Group will be our auctioneer. Live auction items may be previewed in the auction catalog or on the online bidding platform.

What is Raise the Paddle?
This highlight of the evening takes place during the live auction on Saturday, April 26 and is an opportunity for everyone to make a fully tax-deductible contribution in support of Langley’s outstanding faculty. Not able to attend the event? We hope you will consider making a contribution online or by mailing a check to the Development Office made payable to The Langley School.

What is the entertainment at the event?
We are excited to have The Capital Effect performing at the auction. The Capital Effect are the members of Lloyd Dobler Effect and have been full time touring musicians for over two decades, having performed in over forty states and thirteen countries. These rock n’ rollers have opened for The Goo Goo Dolls, Maroon 5, Kansas, and played sold out shows for packed audiences. They now perform over 75 weddings and private events every year.

They boast a cover song repertoire of over 1,000 songs that includes all genres. They love to take requests. Be sure to bring your dancing shoes!

Still have questions?
Please contact auction co-chairs, Elle Patout or Tori Gregorios.

Thank you for your support of The Langley School Spring Auction!