What you need to know about Spring Fling 2019
What is Spring Fling?
Spring Fling is Friends of Coonley’s largest fundraiser, and will be held this year on Saturday, March 23, at the DANK Haus, 4740 N. Western Ave. This 14th annual event includes live and silent auctions, raffles, and more! Your ticket includes food, beer, wine, soft drinks and dancing the remainder of the night away.
When do tickets go on sale?
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, January 8.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are $85 each if purchased by March 8, or $120 each if purchased on or after March 9.
Why attend?
All proceeds from Spring Fling directly benefit our Coonley students. Last year, thanks to the generosity of parents and community members, we raised more than $300,000, which helped provide teaching assistants, technology, arts programs and so much more at Coonley. It’s fabulous to see the community come together to support our school – plus it’s a fun event to mix and mingle with other Coonley parents and enthusiasts!
What should you wear?
There is no formal dress code for the event. Some guests like to wear festive or cocktail attire, others go more casual – in other words, wear whatever you would wear for a fun night out.
Do I need to be there on time?
Yes! Please plan to arrive at the DANK Haus at 6 p.m. sharp. The action starts early, so don’t miss a thing! All of our amazing parties go quick. Don’t miss out by arriving fashionably late. You’ll be happy you were there!
What happens the night of the event?
When you arrive at the DANK Haus, head up to the 6th floor to check in, check your coat and receive your bidder number. The event itself is on the 5th floor, where you will enjoy delicious food and tasty beverages while browsing and bidding on silent auction items, teacher outings and parties. The live and silent auctions are the main part of the evening, so set your bids to win! Stay after the auctions are done and enjoy dancing and dessert. Following are more details about the highlights of the event:
Raffle
Tickets are on sale until March 22 at 9:00 p.m. The final drawing will take place during Spring Fling, at 7 p.m.
Silent Auction
The silent auction begins promptly at 6 p.m. and is completely online, so be sure to have a phone with you the night of the event to make your bids. You will receive a text message if you have been outbid, and you will be alerted if you are the winning bidder. The person with the highest bid when the auction closes will win!
Mini Live Auction
The Mini live auction starts promptly at 6 p.m. and closes around 7 p.m. The auctioneer announces the auction item and sets the minimum bid. You have to be present to bid on mini live items, so don't be late! To bid, you must raise your bid card and be acknowledged by the auctioneer. If you don't want to risk losing your item, select the "Buy It Now" option and get your item at the price set by the auctioneer.
Live Auction
Get ready to raise your bidder number as our auctioneer leads the bidding for some of the most exciting items available at the auction! Bring your best auction strategies or get your friends together and outbid your fellow Coonley parents!
Fund-a-Need
Fund-a-Need is a straight donation to help Coonley raise additional funds for our school without receiving anything in return. Donors can give any amount on their phones through mobile bidding or as part of the Live Auction bidding. During live Fund-a-Need bidding, the auctioneer asks for cash donations in set increments from high to low.
Golden Ticket
Want to get away? Make sure to buy your Golden Ticket! Only 100 tickets are sold for $100 each. One lucky winner will win their choice of one of four fabulous vacation packages. Look for people holding a Golden Ticket sign to get your ticket!
Mystery Wine and Beer Grab
For a $20 donation for beer or a $25 donation for wine, you will receive a mystery bottle of wine or a mystery craft beer bomber. All bottles in the collection range from good to exceptional. You won't be disappointed!
Can I still support Spring Fling even if I can’t come to the event?
Yes! There are many ways to participate both before and during the event:
Spring Fling is Friends of Coonley’s largest fundraiser, and will be held this year on Saturday, March 23, at the DANK Haus, 4740 N. Western Ave. This 14th annual event includes live and silent auctions, raffles, and more! Your ticket includes food, beer, wine, soft drinks and dancing the remainder of the night away.
When do tickets go on sale?
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, January 8.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are $85 each if purchased by March 8, or $120 each if purchased on or after March 9.
Why attend?
All proceeds from Spring Fling directly benefit our Coonley students. Last year, thanks to the generosity of parents and community members, we raised more than $300,000, which helped provide teaching assistants, technology, arts programs and so much more at Coonley. It’s fabulous to see the community come together to support our school – plus it’s a fun event to mix and mingle with other Coonley parents and enthusiasts!
What should you wear?
There is no formal dress code for the event. Some guests like to wear festive or cocktail attire, others go more casual – in other words, wear whatever you would wear for a fun night out.
Do I need to be there on time?
Yes! Please plan to arrive at the DANK Haus at 6 p.m. sharp. The action starts early, so don’t miss a thing! All of our amazing parties go quick. Don’t miss out by arriving fashionably late. You’ll be happy you were there!
What happens the night of the event?
When you arrive at the DANK Haus, head up to the 6th floor to check in, check your coat and receive your bidder number. The event itself is on the 5th floor, where you will enjoy delicious food and tasty beverages while browsing and bidding on silent auction items, teacher outings and parties. The live and silent auctions are the main part of the evening, so set your bids to win! Stay after the auctions are done and enjoy dancing and dessert. Following are more details about the highlights of the event:
Raffle
Tickets are on sale until March 22 at 9:00 p.m. The final drawing will take place during Spring Fling, at 7 p.m.
Silent Auction
The silent auction begins promptly at 6 p.m. and is completely online, so be sure to have a phone with you the night of the event to make your bids. You will receive a text message if you have been outbid, and you will be alerted if you are the winning bidder. The person with the highest bid when the auction closes will win!
Mini Live Auction
The Mini live auction starts promptly at 6 p.m. and closes around 7 p.m. The auctioneer announces the auction item and sets the minimum bid. You have to be present to bid on mini live items, so don't be late! To bid, you must raise your bid card and be acknowledged by the auctioneer. If you don't want to risk losing your item, select the "Buy It Now" option and get your item at the price set by the auctioneer.
Live Auction
Get ready to raise your bidder number as our auctioneer leads the bidding for some of the most exciting items available at the auction! Bring your best auction strategies or get your friends together and outbid your fellow Coonley parents!
Fund-a-Need
Fund-a-Need is a straight donation to help Coonley raise additional funds for our school without receiving anything in return. Donors can give any amount on their phones through mobile bidding or as part of the Live Auction bidding. During live Fund-a-Need bidding, the auctioneer asks for cash donations in set increments from high to low.
Golden Ticket
Want to get away? Make sure to buy your Golden Ticket! Only 100 tickets are sold for $100 each. One lucky winner will win their choice of one of four fabulous vacation packages. Look for people holding a Golden Ticket sign to get your ticket!
Mystery Wine and Beer Grab
For a $20 donation for beer or a $25 donation for wine, you will receive a mystery bottle of wine or a mystery craft beer bomber. All bottles in the collection range from good to exceptional. You won't be disappointed!
Can I still support Spring Fling even if I can’t come to the event?
Yes! There are many ways to participate both before and during the event:
- Buy raffle tickets and encourage your family, friends, and neighbors to participate
- Bid online for select items in the silent auction – look out for the general bidding link on March 15
- Purchase Dine & Deals – gift certificates for restaurants and local camps, classes, memberships and more! Deals will be available for purchase beginning on March 15. Restaurant gift cards will be available when Spring Fling begins on March 23.
- Make a direct charitable contribution. Your financial donation will be used to support Music, Drama, Art, Language, Technology, Athletic and Library programs for all our Coonley students. Help us celebrate 14 years of helping Coonley grow!
