Hobson School kicks off 50th year with gala

Hobson School of Naperville is hosting its annual Gala and Fundraising Auction at 6:30 p.m. March 8 with the theme "Play is Golden" to kick off the school's 50th year serving families of Naperville and surrounding communities.

The school welcomes parents, alumnae, community members, and friends to the event, which will include a cocktail party and dinner at CityGate Grille, 2020 Calamos Court, Naperville.

Auction items include gift certificates to local establishments, vacation packages and excursions.

Tickets are $45. For details or to purchase tickets, visit the gala event page at www.hobsonschool.org.

Hobson School is a cooperative school that has been inspiring young children since 1964. The school sits on the edge of Goodrich Woods in Naperville's original one-room school house.

A one-of-a-kind preschool, Hobson was founded by parents who wanted to provide the best possible school experience for their 3- and 4-year-old children and for other children in the community. Since then, the school has grown to also include a 2-year-old program with parents.

The school's supporters believe an important part of preschool is to provide an experience-based environment where children have opportunities that support their creativity and expand their understanding of the world around them.

At Hobson, children participate in play-based educational programs, including outdoor exploration in a natural wooded environment.