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🎄 ESSAE Holiday Celebration & Silent AuctionWednesday, December 17, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:00PM
M&T Bank Center, Schenectady
Open Bar & Reception
Members: $90 | Non-Members: $135
Registration closes Monday, December 8, 2025
Celebrate the season in true ESSAE style — surrounded by colleagues, friends, and festive vibes! Join us for an evening of sparkle, laughter, and reconnection in a winter wonderland setting overlooking the ice rink.
✨ Event Highlights:
Open Bar & Elevated Seasonal Reception Menu
Winter Wonderland Ambiance
Lively Networking & Reunions
Festive Ice Rink Views
Holiday Accessory Contest – Prizes for the most dazzling women’s and men’s accessories! (Hats, scarves, ties, jewelry, socks — the bolder the better!)
🎁 Silent Auction for a Cause:
Bid virtually or in person on incredible experiences — from getaways to local adventures! A portion of the proceeds benefit the Rita Lashway Scholarship and the Regional Food Bank Backpack Program.
Bidding opens at noon via Bidding Owl and continues live at the event, with a leaderboard displaying top bids!
👗 Attire:
Cozy Luxe • Faux Fur • Sparkle • High-Altitude Vibe
More info: https://www.essae.org/holiday-celebration
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
M&T Bank Center, 101 Harborside Drive,Schenectady, New York, United States
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