Spring Soirée, Middleburg Academy's 18th Annual Auction, is set to take place on the school's campus Saturday, April 5, 2014. Registration and cocktails begin at 5:30 p.m. in the historic Mary House, with festivities continuing until 11:00 p.m.

Following the cocktail party, guests will enjoy a student-produced video presentation about the evening's designated capital improvement project: renovating and enhancing the school's gymnasium and performing arts stage. A "Dutch Auction" will be led by Mr. Jeffrey Cripe of Christie's (New York) to raise funds. An elegant, Springtime-in-Virginia "Farm to Table" dinner will be served by Back Street Catering (Middleburg), with dancing to live music by The Joker's Wild, a five-piece swing/jazz band.

According to Parents Association President, Tamara Fennell, "The Auction is an opportunity for us to come together as a committed group of parents, students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members with one goal in mind: to support the growth and advancement of Loudoun County's only independent, coeducational, college preparatory high school. We invite all in the community to join us." The Gala is the school's primary fundraiser.

Tickets are $100 per person ($50 for alumni age 30 and under). Cocktail attire is requested. Complimentary valet parking will be provided. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend.

The Auction Committee enthusiastically helps organize table seating by common interests and other connections. To request an invitation or for further event information, call 540-687-5581 or email pa@middleburgacademy.org.