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The Symphony Around Us - 51st Benefit Gala - 2026
Saturday, February 7, 2026
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After-School Bash at SMA
Celebrate in style with an After-School Bash hosted by the St. Mary’s Academy Middle School ASB! Your child and up to 20 friends (or their full SMA class) will enjoy games, snacks, drinks, and a fun theme you help choose—all in the school gym. A great option for birthdays or just-for-fun celebrations!
Scheduling required with Mr. Johnson at least two weeks in advance. Party time available Monday–Friday from 4:00–6:00 p.m. Expires May 15, 2026.
Alone, a Note…Together, a Symphony
This framed artwork features a section of piano keys, each uniquely decorated by a first grader. Every key represents an individual voice, and together they create a joyful, colorful symphony of creativity and community. A meaningful keepsake that celebrates teamwork, imagination, and the beauty of coming together. Special thanks to the Jones Family for putting this wonderful project together and helping bring our students’ creativity to life.
BBQ Dinner for 10
Includes one meat and two sides. Can upgrade to a larger party at additional cost.
Contact Ray Bustos for a mutually agreed upon date. Expires February 7, 2027.
Fresh Thanksgiving Turkey
Renken Farms of The Dalles will select and dress a farm fresh turkey for your 2026 Thanksgiving table - just pop it in the oven and you are all set!
Contact Mr. Johnson two weeks prior to Thanksgiving to make pick-up arrangements.
Handmade Class Cornhole
This special cornhole set was lovingly created by Mrs. Wallace's 2nd grade "Class of 2036". Each board features colorful, hand-painted handprints from the students, making it a truly one-of-a-kind piece. Perfect for backyard fun, family gatherings, or as a meaningful keepsake.
Happy Notes Snack & Play Table
The Happy Notes Snack and Play Table is a delightful children%u2019s picnic table that doubles as a sandbox for creative fun. The removable tabletop reveals a hidden sandbox underneath, making it perfect for both snack time and playtime. Our preschool students have lovingly decorated the tabletop with their fingerprints, creatively transformed into colorful music notes%u2014making this table truly one of a kind. Simply enjoy a snack on top, then lift the tabletop to switch to sandbox play. The set includes sand toys and a $25.00 Home Depot gift card for 3 (50 lb) bags of Play Sand, providing hours of hands-on, imaginative fun for young learners.
Margaritas with Chips & Salsa at Your Auction Table!
Make tonight extra festive with a delicious treat from Casa El Mirador! Enjoy freshly made margaritas alongside their signature chips and salsa, delivered right to your table. Celebrate the evening in style with this perfect pairing of bold flavors and refreshing drinks. Cheers to a fun-filled night!
Portland Thorns VIP Matchday Experience
Cheer on the Portland Thorns with four (4) incredible tickets just two rows off the field for a home game during the 2026 season (March–October). Enjoy the action up close and take home two Portland Thorns scarves to show your team pride. Before or after the match, treat your group to a meal with a $75 Red Robin gift card—perfect for making it a full day of fun. This is an unforgettable experience for any Thorns fan!
Purchaser to contact Greg Johnson to arrange available game dates. Tickets valid for the 2026 Portland Thorns season, March–October.
Pour, Play & Party
Turn your next gathering into a full-scale performance! This crowd-pleasing package includes a Kegco dual-tap stainless steel kegerator to keep the beer flowing and a Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 Bluetooth speaker with booming 270-degree sound and marathon battery life to keep the music going all night long. Local beer and pub gift certificates add the perfect finishing notes to this symphony of flavor and sound. A standing ovation is guaranteed!
VIP Firetruck Ride to School – Arrive in Style!

Give your kids a once-in-a-lifetime experience with a lights-and-sirens ride to school in a fire truck!

Mid-Columbia Fire & Rescue will pick up two lucky children and deliver them to their school in The Dalles in unforgettable style. This VIP experience will make them the talk of the school as they roll up Code 3—lights flashing and sirens sounding!


The Fine Print: This ride is for 2 children to a school located in The Dalles. No infant safety seats allowed due to seat belt limitations. Booster seats allowed and provided by holder of this certificate. A single pick-up location will be required. Children may be dropped at more than one school. This certificate must be redeemed before the end of the current school year. Contact MCFR Division Chief of Prevention to schedule a mutually convenient date. firemarshal@mcfr.org or 541-296-9445