Murwood PTA

Celebrate the season at the Murwood Makers’ Market and Festival of Lights!

Join us for a cozy community evening as our talented student creators showcase their handiwork. Shop unique handmade gifts and delicious baked goods, pick up a neighborhood map to explore the dazzling Festival of Lights at your own pace, and enjoy the holiday spirit together. Plus, 20% of all vendor proceeds go directly back to funding Murwood PTA programs and classroom essentials.

• When: Friday, December 4 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Where: Murwood Cafe

Get Involved

• Become a Student Maker: Want to showcase your crafts or treats? Fill out the Vendor Registration Form to reserve your table spot!

• Feature Your Home on the Light Map: Love decorating for the season? To include your home on our neighborhood Festival of Lights map, please email president@murwoodpta.org.

Maker’s Guide

Whether you’re crafting, baking, or sharing a favorite hobby, being a maker is a great way to practice entrepreneurship, showcase your talents, and support Murwood!

1. What Can You Sell?

• Baked Goods & Food Treats (Must be individually wrapped for food safety!)

  • Decorated holiday cookies, brownies, or Rice Krispie treats

  • Individually wrapped cake pops or gourmet pretzels dipped in chocolate

  • Packaged trail mix, puppy chow, or spiced nuts

  • Custom hot cocoa bombs or single-serve cocoa kits in jars

• Crafts & Holiday Decor

  • Handmade holiday ornaments (salt dough, painted wood slice, or beaded)

  • Beaded jewelry, friendship bracelets, keychains, or backpack clips

  • Hand-painted wooden signs, holiday cards, or gift tag sets

  • Handmade bookmarks, origami creations, or sticker packs

• Hobbies & DIY Kits

  • Custom slime, playdough jars, or bath bombs

  • Hand-poured soy candles or festive wax melts

  • Small potted succulents or seed-starting kits

  • DIY bracelet-making kits or miniature art sets

  • 3D printed items

2. Getting Ready & Pricing Strategy

• Stock Up: Aim for at least 30 items so your table stays full and festive throughout the night!

• Keep Prices Simple: Round item prices to whole dollar amounts ($1, $2, $5, $10, $15, $20) for quick cash calculations.

• Package Nicely: Clear bags, festive ribbon, and clear price tags make your products shine!

3. How Money & Donations Work

• Keep Your Sales: All cash and digital payments collected at your booth go directly to you during the market.

• PTA Donation: After the event, calculate your total sales and donate 20% back to the Murwood PTA to support classroom essentials and school programs.

4. Event Day Checklist

• [ ] At least 30 finished items (individually wrapped if food)

• [ ] Display setup (tablecloth, stands/baskets, and clear price signs)

• [ ] Payment setup (printed QR code or a cash box with small change)

• [ ] A parent or guardian to assist with setup, selling, and takedown

Annual Murwood School Auction 2027

Giddy up, Murwood family! Big news is riding into town, and you’re going to want to get your boots ready!

We are thrilled to reveal the theme for our upcoming spring event: Murwood’s Honky-Tonk 🎉✨

It’s time to saddle up, come ready to line dance, and support our kids for an unforgettable night of community, fun, and exciting bidding!

🤠 Event Details at a Glance

• What: Murwood PTA’s Annual Spring Auction
• Theme: Honky-Tonk (Western)
• When: Saturday, March 20, 2027 | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Where: Elks Lodge, 1475 Creekside Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
• Dress Code: Dust off those cowboy boots, plaid shirts, fringe, denim, and cowboy hats! Whether you go full Western glam or classic country, wear your favorite Honky-Tonk attire and come ready to kick up your heels!

❤️ Why We Auction: Supporting Our Kids & Campus

The Annual Auction is our PTA’s flagship fundraiser designed to bridge critical funding gaps and ensure our students and educators have everything they need to excel. Every single dollar raised goes directly toward making Murwood a place where childhood magic and learning thrive! 📚✨

Because of your generous support at events like this, we're able to bring amazing experiences to our campus all year long—including sponsoring awesome school traditions like our upcoming Murwood Carnival a.k.a. Fall Festival!

Where your auction support goes:

• 📖: Keeping our library shelves stocked with engaging books for eager young readers.
• 🎨: Funding art supplies and classroom programs so creativity flourishes.
• 🚌: Supporting in-school and after school enrichment and field trips that bring learning to life for every child.
• ❤️: Showing our stellar teachers and staff just how valued they are.
• 🎉: Sponsoring school-wide programs and traditions that unite our whole campus.

🎟️ Ticket Information

• Oct 26 – Dec 31: $100 Early Pricing
• Jan 1, 2027 Onward: $125 Regular Pricing

🤝 How You Can Get Involved

Events like this are only possible through the strength of our incredible community! Here’s how you can help make this auction our best one yet:

• Procurement & Item Donations: Do you own a local business, have access to vacation homes, sports tickets, unique experiences, or great donation ideas? We’d love to hear from you! Email us directly at auction@murwoodpta.org.
• Volunteer Opportunities: It takes a village to wrangle a night like this! If you’d like to lend a hand with planning, setup, or event logistics, please fill out our volunteer form.

PTA Reflections Arts Program

Walk 'n Roll on Fridays!

Walk, bike, scooter, or carpool to school every Friday. Parent volunteers will scan student Key Tags at arrival, and every participant receives a charm!

This program is brought to you in partnership with the Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) and 511 Contra Costa. To learn more, visit Walk 'n Roll and watch this short video!

Special Charm Dates:

• January 8, 2027: Winter
• February 5, 2027: Valentine's Day
• May 28, 2027: Memorial Day