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Red and White Ball Tickets Going Quick
Tickets for the Aug. 20 Sonoma Valley Education Foundation fundraiser are available online or via phone

It's a mad dash rush for tickets to the 's annual Red & White Ball.
A jam packed fundraiser in support of the public schools of Sonoma Valley, this year's event will be held Saturday, August 20 from 6:00-11:00 PM.
“Our mantra is get your tickets now," said Executive Director Laura Zimmerman, “We want to welcome everyone to come out and join this event."
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This year's ball will continue the tradition of epic revelry of years past. Dave Martin’s House Party Band will transform the Sonoma Plaza into the finest/hottest Sonoma summer night dance party of the year. The event will also feature delectable food, including treats from the Sonoma Valley School Gardens, and a VIP catered dinner by Scott Howard Events with exquisite Sonoma Valley wines.
Proceeds from the Red & White Ball will be invested in local schools.
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Another reason to grab tickets now? "The north end of the plaza will be enclosed so tickets are a must," said Zimmerman.
The Sonoma Valley Education Foundation has raised over $3.6 million dollars over the past 17 years including $1.3 million for Sonoma Valley High School, $716,000 for technology enhancements throughout the school district, $533,000 for advanced computer skills training for teachers and $430,000 for reading, writing and literacy programs district-wide.
Tickets can be easily purchased on line at www.svgreatschols.org or by phone at 707-935-9566. Three tiers of tickets, valued at $150/$75/$25 per person are available.
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