Get Your 125th Gala Tickets!Online: Go to brownpapertickets.com to get your ticket today. You will NOT be charged a ticketing service fee.
Mail: Mail a check to the Hillmen Foundation at P.O. Box 6115, Auburn, CA 95604. Be sure to include your name, mailing address, phone number and email (in case we need to reach you). Your tickets will then be mailed to you with information on event check in. Please mail early to account for potential mail delays during these uncertain times. In Person: Tickets are now on sale at the Auburn Chamber of Commerce office at 1103 High Street, Suite 100, in Auburn. Cash or check only, please. Tickets also will be sold at three home football games (credit or debit cards only): Friday, August 26 vs. Roseville Tigers Friday, September 23 vs. Rio Linda Knights Friday, September 30 vs. Ponderosa Bruins On Saturday, October 1st, the day of the Street Gala Fundraiser, tickets may be purchased from 9 am to noon at the historic Placer County Courthouse, or at the Courthouse gate starting at 4 pm. The day-of base price increases to $50 per person, so get your tickets before October 1st and save. Make an Even Greater ImpactBecome a 125th Anniversary sponsor or major donor to make an even greater impact on Placer High School and our community. Check out our Sponsor-Donor Recognition by gift level to learn more about how gifts of significance will be honored. This is a great way to highlight your business or organization, celebrate a family legacy at Placer High, or join together with family or friends for a special evening. To learn more or receive a 125th Sponsor-Donor Guide, contact us at info@hillmenfoundation.org.
The Hillmen Foundation is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation, Tax ID #68-0168995. All charitable donations are tax deductible as the law allows. Please consult with your tax advisor.
Details! Details! Details!Have a question? Here's a Q&A doc to answer many of the "nuts and bolts" questions about the 125th Celebration weekend.
Celebrate Hillmen HistoryBelow is a series of monthly historical articles leading up to the Community Celebration of Placer's 125th year on October 1st 2022 written by Hillmen Foundation Chair Bob Burge for The Auburn Journal. Click on the title links.
Placer High Opens to 17 Students on Dec. 13, 1897 1900-09: A New Principal, Buildings, Sports and Clubs Placer High School 1910-20: Graduates Include Wendell Robie, Earl Crabbe; Rifle Team Is On Target The Roaring '20s: More new buildings, military drill and hazing for freshmen, craps on campus 1930-1939: Following Depression, school comes up 'Aces' PHS 1940-1949: World War II Affects School in Many Ways 1950-59: Cold War Concern, College Finds New Home 1960-1969: Hair and Fashion Styles Change, and They Danced |
125th Celebration Tickets Here!
 Don’t miss an epic weekend celebration of Placer High School’s 125th Anniversary! Presented by the Hillmen Foundation to benefit academics, athletics and student activities at Placer High, the weekend has something for everyone:
Kickoff! Friday, September 30, 2022 – 7 pm Our mighty Hillmen take on the Ponderosa Bruins in a home football game at LeFebvre Stadium. Don’t miss this chance to cheer on our team, enjoy the Hillmen band and cheer squad’s inspiring flag entrance and half-time show, and reminisce with your classmates and friends. Tickets are sold online at GoFan or by the high school on game day at the gate. Street Gala Fundraiser! Saturday, October 1, 2022 – 5 pm to 11 pm (4 pm check-in starts - Tickets and ID required) Alumni, community members, and friends are invited to celebrate 125 years of Placer High at a street gala fundraiser in Old Town Auburn. This evening of fun, food and festivities will benefit Placer High and feature not one but two stages of entertainment and so much more:
Tickets on Sale Now! As an all-volunteer nonprofit organization, 100% of the proceeds will enhance student learning at Placer High School through the Hillmen Foundation and its mission. Tickets are required. There is a range of ticket options to choose from, based on your interest in supporting Placer High:
or Make an even greater impact on your alma mater and community high school by becoming a 125th Anniversary Donor! In addition to admission, you will receive special recognition and commemorative items for donations of $125 or more.** For example:
A range of donor recognition and sponsorship opportunities are also available for individuals, businesses, or small groups of alumni, families or friends for larger gifts. Contact us at info@hillmenfoundation.org to learn more, including small group admissions, naming opportunities, special VIP sites, recognition opportunities, and commemorative gifts based on giving level. ** Important Notes:
Alumni Picnic! Sunday, October 2, 2022 – 10 am to 4 pm A free all-class reunion of Hillmen alumni, faculty, staff, and their families/friends will cap the 125th Anniversary weekend celebration. The Hillmen Foundation is hosting the back park and picnic area of the Auburn Recreation Park (123 Recreation Drive). Individual graduating classes are welcome to setup their own space on a first come, first served basis. Bring your own food, beverages and picnic supplies; or community groups/food vendors will offer barbecue fare to purchase. Help Make it Happen! The Hillmen Foundation is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization independent of Placer High School and the Placer Union High School District. We need volunteers and supporters! If you’re interested in volunteering or helping with a sponsorship or donation, please contact us at info@hillmenfoundation.org. Shop Local! Please support our local businesses during the weekend celebration and beyond! They do so much for our school and community. Enjoy our charming retail shops, dine in our fabulous restaurants, delight in a frozen treat, savor a delicious baked good or sweet treat, and sip a delicious beverage in our many coffee houses and bars. 
Where to StayFor your convenience, a block of rooms has been reserved for the PHS 125th Celebration at the beautiful SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Auburn. There is a limited supply of king and double queen rooms at this all-suites hotel, with a discounted rate for our event ranging from $169-$189 per night (excluding taxes and fees). Book now as these rooms are expected to go fast. Also be sure to book at this hotel by Friday, September 16, 2022, in order to receive the discount. Here is the link:
Book your group rate for Placer High School's 125th Anniversary If calling SpringHill Suites to make your reservation, please mention the Placer High School 125th Anniversary in order to receive a discounted rate. Please call the hotel at 530-492-5656 to make your reservation. Auburn and the surrounding area also has a number of lodging options. You can find a list of Places to Stay, as well as Things to Do, through Visit Placer at: visitplacer.com/places-to-stay. |
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