The school's

PTO is sponsoring the event and proceeds raised will be used to purchase

needed items such as updating computers. However, PTO President Ramona

Barfield says raising money is not the primary intent of the dinner and

auction.

"The board

felt that we needed to concentrate on more events that would bring families

together. It is so difficult for families to enjoy dinner together because

of fast-paced lives and outside responsibilities. We thought this would

be a great way to have a good dinner, meet other parents and community

people and have some fun," she explained.

Mueller Pasta

has donated the spaghetti for the evening, which will be prepared by the

school's lunchroom staff with the help of volunteers. Also included with

the dinner will be salad, bread, drinks and dessert. Parent volunteers

and students from the BETA Club will help serve guests.

Festivities

will begin at 6 p.m. with a preview of the items up for bid followed by

the silent auction. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. with the announcement

of the winners of the donated gifts rounding out the evening.

Tickets are

$6 for adults and $4 for children and can be purchased at Peachtree City

Elementary. For more information contact the school at 770-631-3250.