We are so excited to see you at our Cross and Anchors Gala tomorrow night at St. Edward's University in the Ragsdale Center, at 3001 S Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78704. Our gala will be in the Mabee Ballroom.
Timeline
5:45 p.m. Holy Cross Happy Hour Check-in Opens (Required Additional Ticket)
6:00 p.m. Holy Cross Happy Hour - Sold Out
6:30 p.m. Gala Check-in Opens
7:00 p.m. Mabee Ballroom Opens - Sold Out
When you arrive please take the elevator to the third floor, we will have greeters if you need assistance finding your way. Upon arrival, proceed to registration tables outside the Mabee Ballroom. Dress is Cocktail Attire.
First Course: Mixed greens with cherry tomatoes and cucumbers, served with lemon herb vinaigrette.
Entree: Bistro Filet in a red wine reduction sauce served with garlic mashed potatoes and roasted vegetable medley. Bakery rolls & butter
Dessert: Cheesecake with chocolate or strawberry sauce. Coffee service with dessert.
Una Cena Festive
An authentic Italian meal for 12 served in the Rectory Dining Room, hosted by Fr. John and prepared by Giacomo Leone. For 8 of your closest friends!
Mexico Getaway
7-Night Pick-Your-Paradise for 2 adults. Bid to win Vidanta! Choose from a luxury collection of lavish beach front resorts, located in seven of Mexico’s most beautiful destinations. Acapulco, Los Cabos, Nuevo Vallarta, Cancun-Riviera Maya, Puerto Peñasco. Boasting high-end amenities, comfort-filled accommodations and the very best service in Mexico, there’s nothing quite like a vacation at Vidanta. Enjoy endless pools, world-class restaurants, live entertainment, tranquil spas, and activities for all ages.
No Parking Spot Parrallels this One
V.I.P. Parking Spot and Pew for one of the following: First Communion, Easter Mass of Choice (April 20-21), Confirmation (June 1 or June 23),or Christmas Eve Mass. No need to arrive early! You will be the V.I.P. at one of these special Masses. Bid one VIP (Very Important Parker) spot and receive a reserved parking spot and pew on one of these very important dates. The added bonus, you will be the first one out of the lot!
Coach for a Day
Want to know what it feels like to be Coach Mac? Bring your whistle! Jump high! Run fast! Be Coach Mac for one school day!
Holy Cross Ordination: Be inspired by our Holy Cross Family!
Experience an amazing weekend at Notre Dame University April 26-28, where you will get to meet many in our Holy Cross Family and see our very own Deacon Karl be Ordained a Priest along with his classmates.
Fiesta de Los Padres!
Spice up the night with great conversation over a homemade dinner. Prepared by the hands of The Cristo Renueva Su Parroquia (Damas). Experience this lovely dinner, drinks and fellowship for 12 with Fr. John at the Rectory!
A Tour of the Reds and Whites
Get to know Deacon Karl while you saturate your palate with specially paired wines and hors d'oeuvres, and understand why they go together. If you know Brian and Jenn Leasure, you know that they know wine! Enjoy a fun evening for 6 hosted by Brian and Jenn, with special guest Deacon (soon to be Fr.) Karl Romkema C.S.C.
Don't be Cross Be Holy Cross
Enjoy a mini retreat with prayer, music & reflection for 12 people, led by Fr. Dennis Strach, C.S.C. Like the Apostles, take the time for spiritual refreshment and quiet time with Christ.
Romantic Couples Get Away
Hotel Granducca offers a luxurious, sophisticated and secluded environment reminiscent of an Italian villa. Discover the magic of our "little corner of Italy" in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Enjoy an amazing dinner at The Grove Wine Bar, right across the street.
V.I.P. at our School Christmas Program
Be our V.I.P. at the St. Ignatius, Martyr Catholic School Christmas Program. Enjoy your own reserved parking spot and walk past the crowd to your reserved pew in the front.
PLEASE REGISTER YOUR CAR ONLINE PRIOR TO ARRIVING AT ST. EDWARD'S UNIVERSITY AT THIS LINK, CLICK HERE.
For the safety and security of St. Edward's University students we are asked to register our vehicles prior to arrival. All parking fees are waived. You may go ahead and register your car today for tomorrow's event. Some guests have discussed carpooling from St. Ignatius; if you would like this option please coordinate with you friends.
Ragsdale Center is located across from Parking Lots L, G & F on the map below. Visitors can park in any of these lots or any other GREEN parking lots. (Parking in the ORANGE parking lots is prohibited.) Once you enter the Ragsdale Center, take either the stairs or elevator to the top floor and the Mabee Ballroom is located in the middle of the hallway. There is also an Information Desk located on the main floor should you have any questions or call 512-448-8631. You may view an online map Here.
Gala Co-Chairs: Atecia Harrington and Deidre Acord.
For questions regarding tax deductible sponsorshop donations, please contact Michelle Fontana, Director of Marketing & Development.
Saturday, February 9
Holy Cross Happy Hour 6:00 p.m. | Gala 7:00 p.m
Gala Ticket $100.00 | Holy Cross Happy Hour & Gala $145.00