Spring Fundraiser Raises Over $10,000!

Board members Pam (left) and Sally (right) stand with Clars Auction Gallery owner, Redge.

Excitement filled the air as clowns walked on stilts, dancers performed Afro-Brazilian dance numbers, balloons popped and prizes were won. A three-ring circus, you ask? No, it was OFFTA’s Spring Fundraiser at Clars Auction Gallery on April 7th, 2011!

What better way to spend your Thursday evening than in the company of amazing people? Guests of the Spring Fundraiser brought all kinds of exciting antiques to be appraised by the Clars staff, from African prints, to kimonos, to small tables! Food and wine was passed out often, ensuring everyone had a good time.

The evening’s program included dance numbers by Sankofa Academy’s Afro-Brazilian dance program and a ham bone performance by Prescott Circus kids. Restaurant and wine raffles worth up to $75 were drawn, balloons were sold at $10 apiece for a chance to win museum tickets, movie tickets and more.

Best of all, the evening resulted in over $10,000 in funds! Such a fine achievement for children and arts education programs in Oakland! Thank you to all who attended, volunteered and donated!

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Posted February 28, 2011 in News
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