LIVE Auction - Maplebrook School
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LIVE Auction - Maplebrook School
MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL’S 23rd Silent & Live Auction Saturday, October 29, 2011 Interlaken Inn Lakeville, CT Forging the Future Forging the Future G 4:30 PM Silent Auction 6:00 PM LIVE 6:30 PM Dinner and Staff Items until 7:15 PM The 23rd Annual Maplebrook Auction October 29, 2011 SPONSORS Maplebrook salutes all those who contributed to the 2011 Auction! Additional thanks are extended to our individual and business sponsors; Your support of Maplebrook is exemplary. Art of Grace Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Michael Davis Mr. & Mrs. David Harrison Mr. & Mrs. Alec Miloslavsky Mr. Luis Archundia Dr. & Mrs. Michael Dalton The Iwelumo/Oguine Family The Jonas/Haber Family Mr. & Mrs. Mark Maybell – The Maybell Foundation The Rosenthal/Steckel Family The Simonette/Demas Family Ms. Susan Trees Dr. & Mrs. Nathan Wei Ms. Jodi Besket Miss Priscilla Buckley Mr. & Mrs. James Constantino Mr. & Mrs. William Gerosa Mrs. Rose Hampton Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Iverson Lakeville Taxi Dr. and Mrs. Leonard Lomangino The Mickle/Macintosh Family Dr. & Mrs. Richard Siegel Skintastic Ms. Cynthia Walker Ms. Allison Williges Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Winer Silent Auction Rules: 1. The Silent Auction will begin at 430 PM on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Interlaken Inn and Conference Center and will continue until 6:00 PM. Please check in at the door. Your bid number is printed on the back of the auction catalogue in your Parents’ Weekend folder. You must bring your catalogue with you to the auction. 2. All items will have a bid sheet. Persons desiring to bid must do so by writing their bid number and the amount they wish to bid on the bid sheet for that item. Items have a minimum opening bid which is printed as “Opening Bid” in the catalogue as well as the bid increase increments on the bid sheet. 3. Please note that most opening bid prices are between 50% - 75% of the value of the item. 4. No bid may be crossed out and do not hover over your desired item!! Circulate the room and mingle!! 5. All silent auction categories will close at 5:55 PM. The STAFF ONLY items will open right after the LIVE auction at 6:30 PM and close at 7:15 PM. 6. In the event of a dispute, the Auction official, Lori Hale, shall act as the final authority to determine the winning bidder and amount. Also, there will be no duplication of items without her approval. 7. Participate in the easy check-out by completing the credit card information at check-in and avoid the lines! Those attending the silent auction only may check out at approximately 7:30 PM or after all the items have been processed. All others will check-out at the close of the Live Auction. NO ONE WILL BE ABLE TO CHECK-OUT BEFORE THE END OF THE LIVE AUCTION. If you must leave early, see Mrs. Hale to make alternate arrangements for payment. 8. All items must be paid for in full or we must have your credit card information before removing them from the Auction. We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards. There will be signs posted to clearly delineate cash or credit lines. Once you have paid for your item, bring the receipt to one of the auction committee members and they will retrieve your item for you. 9. All items must be picked up and removed after you have won them. Gift certificates may be collected at the registration table. In the event that some items are not removed, they will be transported back to school and will be available for pick-up. Live Auction Rules: 1. The Live Auction will begin once everyone is seated. Dining service will begin AFTER the auction and all items are auctioned off. It is very important to keep the noise level down so that the audience/auctioneer can hear what is going on. The entrée will be served upon completion of the LIVE auction, so if we pay attention it will go quickly. 2. The highest bidder acknowledged by the Auctioneer shall be deemed the purchaser. In the event of a dispute, the Auction official, Lori Hale, shall act as the final authority to determine the winning bidder and amount. 3. Again, check out will begin promptly at the close of the Live Auction. See above for guidelines. Donation descriptions AUCTION PROXY BID With this proxy, I place the following bids: CATALOG # ITEM TITLE BID NAME: PARENT GUARDIAN OF: PHONE: ( ) E-Mail: I understand that if my proxy bid is the highest bid at the close of the auction, I will be declared the winner and payment will be due before collection of the item/s. The Proxy Bid sheet must be submitted by fax (845-373-7754) or e-mail ([email protected]) before Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Noon (EST). Signature: Date: Printed Name: Acknowledgements Warmest thanks and accolades go to the members of the 2011Auction Committee whose service, spirit and work ethic are outstanding. Kudos to each of you! Nancy E. Davis, Honorary Chair Carolyn Birstler Mary Burkhardt Kathleen Floyd Susan Sand Lorraine Scuccimarra, Chair Nanny Trippe **** Special acknowledgement is given to our Auctioneer, Dan Sheehan **** Volunteers Thanks and appreciation goes to the scores of volunteers that made this evening possible. MBS parents, faculty and staff who graciously gave of their time and talent preparing for the 2011 Auction! Faculty & Staff Warmest thanks also go to all the faculty & staff who generously donated their resources and creative talents for the Faculty Items. Thank you for another spectacular year of donations; it is our pleasure to have you on our team! The Open Bar is sponsored by the George & Serena Merck Legacy Society. ****Please accept our apologies and regrets if your name or business was omitted from the list as there were several last minute donations. **** Lori Hale and Carrie Sammarco Food and Drink 100 Cascade Spirit Shoppe Value $25 Opening Bid $15 Come in and check out the amazing selection of wines and spirits at Cascade Spirit Shoppe located right in Amenia. This $25 gift certificate is good for any item in the store. Gift of Lee Bates, Cascade Spirit Shoppe-Amenia, NY 101 One Case of Select Maryland Wines Value $175 Enjoy this case of select wines from a Maryland Winery. Opening Bid $100 Gift of Nanny Trippe 102 One Case of Clos Beylesse 2010 Value $385 Opening Bid $250 This wine is from France, Provence region, Cotes De Provence sub-region. This wonderfully seductive rose’ is pale, dry, and rich in a flowery bouquet. Gift of Nancy and Michael Davis 103 Four (4) Bottles of Assorted Wines Value $170 Opening Bid $125 These fantastic bottles of wine include: 2 California wines-Flora Springs Trilogy 2007 Napa Valley Red, Rombauer Vineyards 2009 Chardonnay Carneros, 1 Italian-Azelia 2006 Barolo DOCG, and 1 French wineAlbert Bichot 2008 Beaune Clos de I’Ermitage. Gift the Petrucci Family 104 Bottle of 1980 Pomerol Value $120 Opening Bid $80 Add this to your wine collection! This 1980 bottle of Pomerol is from the Bordeaux region in France. Gift of John Hamilton & Kristine Kuolt 105 One Case of 2005 Chateau Siaurac Value $400 Opening Bid $300 This wine is from the Lalande-de-Pomerol wine region. This is a robust wine which will complement many food pairings. Gift of Herbert & Rist, Inc.-Southampton, NY 106 Core Vodka Value $40 Opening Bid $30 Harvest Spirits in Valatie, NY has been making some amaizing products. Their Core Vodka is made from apples grown on their family farm. Made in small batches, cold pressed, triple distilled and bottled on their family farm, each batch differs slightly reflecting the distinct characteristics of the apple varietires used. Gift of Harvest Spirits-Valatie, NY 107 Rick’s Wine and Spirits Value $15 Opening Bid $10 This bottle of Rick’s Reserve Red is an excellent table wine. Compatible food pairings would be meats such as steak and poultry. Rick’s Reserve Red is produced and bottled by Millbrook Winery, Inc in Millbrook, NY. Gift of Rick’s Wine and Spirits-Sharon, CT 108 Four (4) Bottles of Alto Vineyards Wine and Wine Bag Value $50 Opening Bid $35 Enjoy four bottles of wine from Alto Vineyards. These assorted bottles include: Villard Blanc (Dry)-Light and fruity with delightful lemon and green apple flavors with a touch of French oak, Vidal Blanc (SemiDry)-Well balanced, medium bodied with pears and pineapple flavors, Heartland Blush (Sweet)-Delicate and fruity concord wine, reminiscent of Grandma’s grape jelly and Shawnee Gold (Sweet)-A Germanstyle wine with apricot and peach aromas and flavors. Gift of Sherry Hudson, Deliberate Success-Champaign, IL 109 Four (4) Bottles of Alto Vineyards Wine and Wine Bag Value $65 Opening Bid $45 Even more wine from Alto Vineyards. Bottles of wine included are: Rosso Classico (Dry)-Blend of Chambourcin and Chancellor for a rich, complex flavor, Dawg House Red (Semi-Dry)-Very complex red wine made from a blend of Chambourcin and Corot Noir, Porto Di Guido (Sweet)-A rich, distinctive fortified wine made from Chambourcin grapes and wood aged 8 months, and Cherry Berry (Sweet)-A blend of cherries and raspberries makes for a “berry” delightful dessert wine. Gift of Tom and Elizabeth Moore 110 Millbrook Vineyards and Winery Value $50 Opening Bid $35 This certificate entitles you to: Millbrook Winery’s ‘Portfolio Sampler’ for Four Adults. The portfolio includes a guided tour of Millbrook Winery, a tasting of six wine samples, samples of their Villa Pillo Extra Virgin Olive Oil and wine biscuits, and a souvenir wine glass for you to remember your visit! Expires September 1, 2012. www.millbrookwine.com. Gift of Millbrook Vineyards and Winery-Millbrook, NY 111 Taste of the Hudson Valley Value $400 Opening Bid $100 We have tickets for two to this spectacular food/wine event which takes place on…. There are more than 80 gourmet food and wine pairings, great auction items, and much more. This event always sells out and attracts aficionados from all over. If you like food, you’ll love this event! Gift of Saint Francis Health Care Foundation - Poughkeepsie, NY 112 Taste of the Hudson Valley Value $400 Opening Bid $100 We have tickets for two to this spectacular food/wine event which takes place on…. There are more than 80 gourmet food and wine pairings, great auction items, and much more. This event always sells out and attracts aficionados from all over. If you like food, you’ll love this event! Gift of Saint Francis Health Care Foundation-Poughkeepsie, NY 113 $100 Gift Certificate to Serevan Restaurant Value $100 Opening Bid $75 Rendezvous with friends for a glass of wine at the bar after a round of golf or bike ride on nearby trails. Linger over a superb meal in the dining room, which offers the glow of a fireplace in winter and yearround, behind-the-scenes views into Serevan's open kitchen. Enjoy drinks or dinner in the romantic garden, knowing that the herbs you see and smell will soon be making their way to your table, along with the freshest ingredients from surrounding farms. Gift of Serge Madikians, Serevan-Amenia, NY 114 In Home Private Chef (NYC Area) Value $1000 Opening Bid $500 Private Chef Robert Prado will prepare a gourmet dinner in your own home for up to eight people. Chef Prado is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and Specializes in using market/seasonal fresh foods. He will prepare a four course meal for eight people in the privacy of your own home. The winner is to provide food and wine associated with the meal. Serving is additional. The location for which the dinner will take place can be from New York City to Montauk. It must be used from January 3, 2012April 30, 2012 and may not take place on a holiday. Gift of Chef Robert Prado 115 Lovely Lakeville Dining Package Value $100 Opening Bid $75 Dine at two different Lakeville restaurants. Café Guila offers a $75 gift certificate to feast on their simple Italian cuisine. Use the$25 gift certificate toward your dining experience at the Boathouse Restaurant. The Boathouse features fine dining with rustic elegance. It was rated “Lakeville’s American Hot Spot” by ZAGAT. They offer everything from mouthwatering steaks to the freshest fish everyday. Gift of Café Guila and the Boathouse-Lakeville, CT 116 The Culinary Institute of America Value $75 Opening Bid $40 Have lunch for two at St. Andrew’s Café at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. St. Andrew’s Café exemplifies the farm-to-table movement. The a la carte menu highlights locally and sustainably sourced ingredients prepared using both American and European culinary traditions. Certificate expires October 2012. Alcohol is not included. Open Monday-Friday 11:30-1:00 pm. Advance reservations are required. Gift of the Culinary Institute of America-Hyde Park, NY 117 Terrapin Restaurant Value $50 Opening Bid $25 Enjoy a creative, international blend of Asian, southwestern and Italian food at Terrapin Restaurant in Rhinebeck, NY with this $50 gift certificate. Certificate expires 9/15/2012. Gift of Terrapin-Rhinebeck, NY 118 Bread of the Month Value $38 Enjoy one loaf of freshly baked bread each month for a year at Panera Bread. Opening Bid $20 Gift of Panera Bread 119 Great Barrington Dining Value $100 Opening Bid $50 Enjoy lunch at the Baba Louie’s for a wood-fired sour dough pizza and after shopping go to dinner for two at the lovely Castle Street Café in Great Barrington, MA. Feast on items such as Spicy Maryland Crab Cakes and Sautéed Sea Scallops. Alcoholic beverages and gratuity are not included. Gift of Michael Ballon, Castle Street Café & Baba Louie’s-Great Barrington, MA 120 Charlotte’s Restaurant Value $50 Opening Bid $35 Great fresh food and presentation. Charlotte’s Restaurant is located in the heart of Millbrook Hunt Country. Enjoy splendid country dining in a lovely setting with this $50 gift card. Gift of Charlotte’s Restaurant-Millbrook, NY 121 Harney & Sons Tea Gift Basket Value $75 Opening Bid $50 A great combination from the renown Harney Tea Company! This gourmet gift basket features assorted teas, a teapot, cookies, scone mix and tea accessories. Just perfect for a morning or afternoon pick me up. Gift of Harney & Sons Tea-Millerton, NY 122 Homemade Pickles and Sauce Value $40 Opening Bid $20 Enjoy some homemade items from Mr. Miller. Included are the following items: 4 oz. mild hot sauce, 12 oz. dill pickles, 16 oz. chili sauce, 16 oz. spicy pasta sauce, 12 oz. sweet pickles, 16 oz. sweet pickle spears with horseradish and 16 oz. dill pickle spears. Gift of Scott Miller 123 Basket full of Hudson Valley Gift Certificates Value $ 525 Opening Bid $200 The holiday season is around the corner. Use this basket full of gift certificates to ease the entertaining and gift giving expenses or distribute them to those that could use them. Your basket will include a $25 Walmart/Sam’s Club gift card, $20 gift certificate from Oblong Books and Music in Millerton or Rhinebeck, a $50 gift certificate at Saperstein’s in Millerton, $50 gift certificate at McEnroe’s Organic Foods, $50 gift certificate at Grand Union in Millerton, NY, $125 gift certificate towards meat, groceries and produce at Marona’s Market in Millbrook, NY and $200 in gift cards at Shop Rite. Gift of Walmart/Sam’s Club, Saperstein’s, McEnroe’s Organic Foods, and Grand Union in Millerton, NY Marona’s Market in Millbrook, NY and Shop Rite Beauty, Fashion and Wellness 201 Tiffany’s Heart® Pendant Pendant is in sterling silver. Small size, on a 16" chain. Value $100 Opening Bid $75 Anonymous Donor 202 Tiffany’s Lock heart lock pendant Value $125 Heart lock pendant in sterling silver. Miniature size, on a 16" chain. Opening Bid $90 Anonymous Donor 203 Beautiful Pandora Bracelet with Charm Value $90 Opening Bid $60 Can’t get enough Pandora? This Pandora bracelet has a Lobster clasp and comes with a beautiful murano bead. Gift of Elizabeth’s Fine Jewelry-Millerton, NY 204 Black and White Weave Clutch Value $95 Opening Bid $70 Go out on the town in style with this beautiful black and white weave clutch purse. Feature inside money pocket and optional metal chain shoulder strap. Gift of Passports-Salisbury, CT 205 Women’s Fossil Watch Value $75 Adorn your wrist in this women’s Fossil watch with black leather strap. Opening Bid $40 Gift of Susan and Charles Sand 206 COACH Poppy Watch Value $180 Opening Bid $130 Bold Poppy patterns paired with high-gloss patent leather and a state-of-the-art movement. Features include a stainless steel case with patent leather strap, buckle closure, quartz movement, mineral crystal, and is water-resistant to 99 feet. Gift of COACH 207 COACH Sunglasses Value $180 Opening Bid $130 Make a fashion statement with these women’s coach sunglasses with case. These black sunglasses feature side floral rhinestone detail, smooth curves, and exceptional eye protection. They are 100% UV protection gradient lenses and packaged in an exclusive Coach case with a mahogany maxi-velvet cleaning cloth. Gift of COACH 208 COACH Madison Leather Accordion Zip Wallet Value $220 Opening Bid $160 Pebble-grain leather dyed in rich, autumnal hues updates a very popular style. The iconic Heritage plaque in its raised leather frame gives this accordion zip the look of classic Coach. Gift of COACH 209 COACH Poppy Leather Wristlet Value $60 Opening Bid $40 A sophisticated look in liquid patent leather with a glittery Coach story patch. Perfect for a night on the town and you don’t want a big bag weighing you down. Gift of COACH 210 COACH Black Leather Poppy Handbag Value $380 Opening Bid $280 A perfectly organized satchel sculpted in exquisite black waxed calfskin from Italy. The outside pockets are secured with twin pushlocks borrowed from the Coach archives, while exceptionally long leather strips embellish the top zipper. Features gold detailing and pushlocks. Gift of COACH 211 Men’s COACH Black Leather Travel Kit Value $130 Opening Bid $95 Premium glove-tanned leather improves with age. A travel kit no man should do without. Retro glove tanned leather Gift of COACH 212 Cashmere Colored COACH Exotic Leather Carryall Value $760 Opening Bid $565 The tones and textures of smooth leather and exotic embossing create a subtle spectator effect on a work-to-weekend carryall silhouette. Rolled leather handles, understated hardware and a delicate shoulder strap heighten the look of refined luxury. Gift of COACH 213 Men’s COACH Black Leather Cabin Bag Value $648 Opening Bid $485 Travel in style with this large leather cabin bag with gold details. Features include: two inside nylon zip pockets, front open pocket, zip-top closure, weather-resistant travel leather, snap handle wrap, detachable identification tag, and a 50” adjustable removable shoulder strap with pad. Gift of COACH 214 Antique Floral Carpet Tote Bag Value $100 Opening Bid $50 Fit everything you need in this beautiful antique floral carpet tote bag by Isabella’s Journey. Bag dimensions are 22”x15”. Gift of Donna Konkolics 215 Hania by Anya Cole Scarf Value $675 Opening Bid $340 Own this beautiful cream Copellia scarf. This scarf is made of cashmere and is hand knit. Gift of Hania by Anya Cole 216 Hania by Anya Cole Hat Value $245 Opening Bid $125 Make it a set! This cream, hand knit Juliet Hat is made of cashmere and features a braid detail. Gift of Hania by Anya Cole 217 Burberry Scarf Value $325 Opening Bid $240 Made of 50% Cashmere and 50% Marino Wool, this dark thistle blue scarf can be worn by him or her. Gift of the Kinch Family 218 His and Hers Ethnic Scarves Value $80 Opening Bid $40 Own this pair of African Motif scarves for him and her! These scarves have a vibrant print around the boarder in red, green and orange. Gift of the Iwelumo/Oguine Family 219 Crocodile Skin Bag Value $80 Opening Bid $40 This crocodile skin bag features two large inside pockets with a money holder pocket separating them and a long weaved shoulder strap. Add this unique bag to your collection. Gift of the Iwelumo/Oguine Family 220 African Kaftan Dress Value $80 Opening Bid $40 This African dress is beautifully made with its embroidering detail as well as it’s tone on tone fabric. One size fits all. Gift of the Iwelumo/Oguine Family 221 Small Crocodile Leather Bag Value $45 Opening Bid $20 This small crocodile leather handbag can be used as a clutch or a shoulder bag. The unique styling of the crocodile leather is a statement piece. Gift of the Iwelumo/Oguine Family 222 Hand Knitted Scarf and Hat Set Value $45 This 100% acrylic scarf and hat features golden yellow yarn and a cable stitch. Opening Bid $30 Gift of Alberta Wylock 223 Hand Crocheted Scarf Value $25 Opening Bid $15 This fur style crocheted scarf in purple passion features loop styling. It is 100% acrylic and machine washable. Gif t of Lee and Lorraine Succimarra 224 Multi-Color Hand Crocheted Scarf Value $25 Opening Bid $15 This large loop scarf is styled to be wrapped around the neck twice. It is made of 100% acrylic and features multiple colors of rose, green and yellow. Machine washable. Gift of Lee and Lorraine Succimarra 225 Body Glove Orange TOOB Digital Chronograph Watch Value $40 Opening Bid $20 In true Body Glove style, the Toob conforms to your wrist “like a glove.” Just slip on the fully adjustable polyurethane strap and you’ll feel the snug Body Glove fit that shapes to your own contours — yet gently flexes to your movements Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 226 Body Glove Black TOOB Digital Chronograph Watch Value $40 Opening Bid $20 In true Body Glove style, the Toob conforms to your wrist “like a glove.” Just slip on the fully adjustable polyurethane strap and you’ll feel the snug Body Glove fit that shapes to your own contours — yet gently flexes to your movements Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 227 Philosophy Gift Basket Value $345 Opening Bid $200 Philosophy is a brand that approaches personal care from a skin care point of view, while celebrating the beauty of the human spirit. Their skin care products, fragrances, bath and body products and philosophy gift sets are formulated with scientifically-proven ingredients. This gift basket is loaded with skin care, hair care and fragrance products in delicious scents. Gift of Philosophy,Inc. 228 3-In-1 Smart Groomer Value $30 Opening Bid $15 This 3-in-1 trimmer includes a nose/ear trimmer, a touch-up shaver and sideburn trimmer. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, Richardsolo.com 229 Avon Gift Basket Value $170 Opening Bid $80 Enjoy this gift basket of best-selling Avon products in a decorative storage box. Included are body sprays, shower gels, foot moisturizing creams, body creams, hand creams, bubble bath, lip moisturizer and perfume. Also includes Bath and Body work lotion, shower gels and body spray as well as simple pleasures body sprays. Gift of Charles & Ruth Chiusano 230 Private Personal Training with Ari Weller Value $300 Opening Bid $150 Train with private fitness trainer Ari Weller. Ari has been called one of the top five trainers in New York by NY Magazine. This package is good for two one hour private in-studio fitness training sessions. Sessions can be used in New York or Hamptons studios but not in July or August. Gift of Ari Weller-Sag Harbor, NY 231 Autism Awareness Sweatshirt Value $75 Opening Bid $25 This coral-colored hooded sweatshirt (size Medium) has been beautifully adorned/embroidered to make it even more beautiful. Gift of Kay and James Haun 232 Essential Massage Gift Certificate Value $65 Opening Bid $40 Receive a one hour massage therapy session at Essential Massage located in Poughkeepsie, NY. Essential Massage offers integrated Swedish, Shiatsu and Trigger point therapy techniques to improve and enhance your wellbeing. Feel relaxed, feel centered, feel joy. This certificate is non-transferable and is valid until 4/15/12 by appointment only. New York State licenced and a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association. Visit www.essentialmassage.net. Gift of Suzanne Gilbert, LMT, Essential Massage-Poughkeepsie, NY 233 Azar Wellness Spa Value $45 Opening Bid $20 Receive a relaxing half hour massage from massage therapist Darlene Valley of Azar Wellness Spa. Let Darlene melt your tension away as you listen to the calming sounds of nature. Gift of Darlene Valley, Azar Wellness Spa-Millbrook, NY 234 Three Month Gym Membership Value $230 Opening Bid $150 Enjoy a three month gym membership at Northeast Athletic Club in Millerton, NY. At the club there is a large selection of equipment to suit various workout routines and training styles. The selectorized strength circuit was designed based on the "best of class" system. Brands including Cybex, Life Fitness, and Body Masters. The best possible machine was selected for each exercise, resulting in an optimized training circuit. Similarly, they have various brands of cardio equipment based on the same premise. Elliptical machines and treadmills are top of the line Precor and True. Matrix and True bikes and Concept 2 rowers are all top brands in terms of rating, usability and reliability. Free weights include a large 800+ sq. ft. matted area with specialty equipment such as a power rack, Smith Press, and dedicated benches for flat incline, incline and decline. Northeast Athletic Club also offers a variety of fitness classes as well! www.northeastathletic.com. Gift of Northeast Athletic Club-Millerton, NY 234 One Year Gym Membership to EQUINOX FITNESS CLUB Value $2600 Opening Bid $1500 Great yourself or purchase the gift of health for one year all access Equinox membership to a Equinox facility closest to you. Equinox is where world-class trainers, state-of-the-art equipment and the most nationally acclaimed fitness classes in the country come together with Italian tiles, fresh cut flowers and cutting edge design. The result? An unparalleled fitness experience that restores your mind, body and spirit. There are locations in New York City, New York Metro Area, Boston, DC, Miami, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Gift certificate does not expire by 3/15/12 but must be redeemed by that date. Gift of Equinox Fitness Club-New York, NY 235 Online CPR Class Value $75 Opening Bid $40 Take a CPR course online! Blended training combines the convenience of online learning with a shortened practical skills session in order to meet both knowledge and skill objectives for learners. The online courses can be taken anytime, anywhere, and from any Internet-connected computer. www.firsesafetyacademy.com Gift of Matt Schell, Fire Safety Academy, LLC Electronics 300 iPad 2 16GB and iPad Smart Cover Value $540 Opening Bid $400 9.7" widescreen display; Wi-Fi; Bluetooth; iBooks support; measures just 0.34" thin and weighs only 1.35 lbs. The Smart Cover is compatible with Apple iPad 2; polyurethane exterior; microfiber lining; aluminum hinge; doubles as a stand. Gift of Nancy and Michael Davis 301 Nook Color Value $300 Opening Bid $200 If you love to read, this is your tablet! Features a 7” color touchscreen, over 2 million titles at your fingertips, and the ability to access email and the internet. This nook basket includes a black leather protective cover and an anti-glare screen protection kit. Gift of Lee and Lorraine Scuccimarra 302 Amazon Kindle 3G Value $140 Opening Bid $100 This Kindle features free 3G plus Wi-Fi capabilities and E ink display. Full keyboard makes typing a breeze. Anonymous Donation 303 Samsung 3D Blu-Ray Disc/DVD Player Value $270 Opening Bid $200 A must have if you want the latest, cutting edge 3D movie viewing experience. Make your t.v. smarter with this Samsung Smart Blue-Ray Disc/ DVD Player. Features full HD 3D capabilities, ultra fast play, a smart hub, and is wireless ready. Smart hub allows you to download movies and videos from Netflix, Blockbuster on demand and You Tube. Gift of the Berger/Davis Family 304 Samsung 1080P Full HD Digital TV/Monitor Value $230 Opening Bid $160 This SyncMaster wide screen 21.5“ LCD monitor features a built in digital TV tuner, Picture-in-picture, two HDMI ports, surround speakers and a high glossy black color. It is an energy Star appliance and is compatible with Windows 7. Gift of the Berger/Davis Family 305 Noise Cancelling Headphones Value $60 Opening Bid $30 Advanced noise-cancellation technology is ideal for listening to CDs, MP3s and DVDs. Features a double headband for extra support. Includes an airplane jack adapter. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 306 Universal PowerFlash 750 mAh Backup Battery Value $20 Opening Bid $10 This battery backup is for iPhones, iPods, Smartphones and USB Powered devices. Includes a USB port to charge USB powered devices, a mini USB cable for charging, bright white LED flashlight for use in the dark and a charge indicator LED. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 307 External Battery Pack for iPad/iPhone Value $60 Opening Bid $30 The stylish and versatile USB Power Station provides a massive 5,000 mAh capacity with dual USB ports that make it truly useful for charging so many portable devices today. It is the minimalist’s ideal solution for most of your USB charge needs in one compact unit. Plus, you can even charge two devices at once! Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 308 Smart Backup Battery with Laser Pointer and LED Flashlight Value $50 Opening Bid $25 The RichardSolo 1800 works with your iPhone or iPod. Include is an AC wall charger, a 2-port USB car charger, a retractable USB charging cable and a mini USB cable for Apple. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 309 Esmooth Ebony Earphones Value $30 Opening Bid $15 Built in 8 mm drivers provide deep, powerful bass and clear high ends with a pure, natural resonance not found in ordinary earphones today. Ebony wood accents the mid-range, and vocals literally come alive in a rich, smooth manner. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, iPod and various smartphones. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 310 Cradle-iT Universal Mobile Device Stand Value$35 Opening Bid $20 This mobile device stand is perfect for your home, office or automobile. It holds most devices with or without a case. Features include a patented, adhesive-free grip technology that leaves no residue and a portable design for easy installation and removal. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 311 RichardSolo 9000 mAh Mobile Charger Value $70 Opening Bid $35 This charger is designed for serious power users! It has a huge 9,000 mAh charge capacity and provides nearly 100% backup power for the iPad/iPad 2. It also charges iPhone/iPod, BlackBerry, Smartphones, MP3 players, Amazon Kindle, GPS devices, and more. Nearly any device that charges using a standard USB cable may connect to the Mobile Charger. It’s a complete backup source with a heavy dose of power whenever you need it. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 312 Orange Remote Controlled Lamborghini Value $50 Opening Bid $30 If you can’t own a real one, then you’ll have to settle for this remote control model. There’s something truly fascinating about this bright orange exquisitely detailed model car. It is a striking accessory for your bookshelf, even if you never use the remote control. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 313 Red Remote Controlled Ferrari FXX Value $60 Opening Bid $40 Ever dream of driving a Ferrari? This remote controlled Ferrari features bright red glossy exterior paint, rubber wheels, working headlights and taillights, a detailed interior and experior, speed up to 15 miles per hour, a trigger-gun type controller and an independent spring suspension system. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 314 Newline Talking Bathroom Scale Value $70 Opening Bid $35 The NewLine Electronic Talking Bathroom Scale has a built-in talking function, so when you step on the scale, it will impressively announce your weight. Your weight can also be viewed on the LCD display, which is embedded in the scale’s 7 mm thick glass platform — a striking feature and very keen to the eye. The weight capacity is 440 lbs and is powered by 2 AAA batteries. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 315 Website Design Value $1000 Opening Bid $500 Ms. Laurie Macintosh will design a website for your small business or non-profit of 20 pages or less. The details are to be determined by the winner and the donor. Gift of Laurie Macintosh Mickle For The Home 400 Hammertown Down Pillows Value $290 Opening Bid $150 Decorate you couch or bed with these two lovely down-filled pillows from Ryan Studio. The pillows feature a burnt orange color in an Ikat print. Gift of Hammertown-Rhinebeck, NY 401 Millerton Nursery and Garden Shop Value $150 Opening Bid $75 Stock your home with stunning floral arrangements from Millerton Nursery and Garden Shop with this $150 gift certificate. Keep it for yourself or give it to someone you love. Certificate expires October of 2012. Gift of Petrina Lopane, Millerton Nursery and Garden Shop, Inc.-Millerton, NY 402 Gift of Floral Decoration Value $100 Opening Bid $60 Send the gift of flowers to a special someone or have one of the many beautiful floral masterpieces prepared by Country Gardeners adorn your home with this $100 gift certificate. They also have all kinds of other related items in their store like vases, containers, etc. Gift of Country Gardeners-Millerton, NY 403 Antique ‘ITA’ African Mask Value $135 Opening Bid $70 This antique African statue stands at one and a half feet tall and is a definite conversation starter. This wooden statue is hand carved. Gift of the Iwelumo/Oguine Family 404 Modern African Mask Value $35 Opening Bid $15 This is a modern take on the African mask. The gold and black make a nice contrast along with the inset beading detail around the face. Gift of the Iwelumo/Oguine Family 405 Keurig Coffee Brewer Value $160 Opening Bid $100 Always ready when you are, this single-cup home brewing system is ideal for that early morning cup or for when you are relaxing with family and friends. This Keurig brewer features quite brew technology. Includes Vermont Country Blend k-cups to get you started. Gift of Green Mountain Coffee 406 Kitchen Renovation?? Value $1165 Opening Bid $500 Does your kitchen sink need a little TLC? This kitchen sink package is filled with top-of-the-line fixtures. It includes: a DaVichi kitchen faucet with side spray, an ISE 4&4 garbage disposal and an ISE instant hot that delivers near boiling and ice cold water on the fly. Gift of Fixtures & Fittings, LTD 407 Antique Muse Mask Value $125 Opening Bid $70 This wooden antique muse mask is hand carved and would be a great addition to your home décor. Gift of the Iwelumo/Oguine Family 408 Picture Frame Set Value $100 Opening Bid $40 Fill these assorted picture frames with photos of the ones you love. Included are three 5”x7” frames in gold, white and grey, two 2”x3” frames in black and silver, one 2 ½” x 3 ½” blue wooden frame and one multi opening photo frame with three 5”x7” openings. The frames fill a wicker and metal magazine rack. Gift of Charles and Ruth Chiusano 409 RichardSolo Micro Edge 5-Piece Knife Set Value $50 Opening Bid $25 The RichardSolo Micro Edge Knife Set includes 5 serrated blades made from high quality Japanese stainless steel that are designed to withstand years of demanding use. And best of all — they never need sharpening! Each knife contained in the set is manufactured to strict specifications using a special "laser technology" patented process. These precision blades are so sharp, they will slice through your toughest food items effortlessly. The complete RichardSolo Micro Edge Knife Set includes: bread knife, carving knife, chef's knife, utility knife, and paring knife. Gift of Richard Thalheimer, RichardSolo.com 410 Gilmor Glass Hand Blown Glass Pitcher Value $300 Opening Bid $200 This hand blown pitcher will certainly be a hit at your next dinner party! Made at Gilmor Glass Works in Millerton, NY this pitcher features a modern shape and an amber color. A must have addition to your glassware collection Gift of Gilmor Glass-Millerton, NY 411 Agraria AirEssence Reed Diffuser Value $125 Opening Bid $60 Fill your home with the wonderful aroma of bitter orange with this oil reed diffuser. Gift of Punch-Millbrook, NY 412 Beautiful Handmade Quilt by Robin Value $300 Opening Bid $150 Stay warm on these upcoming cold winter nights with this beautiful handmade quilt by Robin. Gift of Steven Miller 413 Craftsman Adjustable Hydraulic Seat Value $80 Opening Bid $40 Give the handyman in your life this comfortable hydraulic seat which would do great in any shop or garage. It is slip resistant and has adjustable feet for leveling on uneven surfaces. The seat features a high-polished, chrome finish with a durable vinyl padded backrest and seat for comfortable support. Gift of Sears-Amenia, NY 414 Millerton Agway Value $100 Opening Bid $60 Come and visit Millerton Co-Op Agway where you can use this $100 gift card for your purchase of garden supplies, pet food/supplies, clothing, shoes or any other merchandise in the store. Visit their website at www.agwayny.com. This gift card can be redeemed at the Millerton, Claverack or Chatham locations. Gift of Millerton Agway-Millerton, NY Sports 500 Authentic Yankee Sports Apparel Value $400 Opening Bid $250 These items were given to Dr. Charles Sand After performing physical exams for the New York Yankees during spring training in Tampa, FL. There are not off the rack items, rather only available if you are a member of the team. All items are size large. All are Nike except two items that are Adidas. Merchandise includes: Nike duffle bag, socks, collar shirt, wind shirt, crew tee, three dri-fit short sleeve shirts, long sleeve dri-fit shirt, and a short sleeve lightweight jacket. Gift of Susan and Charles Sand 501 Buffalo Bills Laser Signed Photos Value $40 Opening Bid $20 You can own two photos of the Buffalo Bills’ most popular players, #13 Steve Johnson and #14 Ryan Fitzpatrick. Also included is the Buffalo Bills 2011 official team yearbook. Gift of the Buffalo Bills 502 New York Jet’s Santonio Holmes Poster Value $75 Opening Bid $40 Own this poster of New York Jet’s Wide Receiver, #10 Santonio Holmes. The poster is signed by Santonio himself. Gift of the New York Jets 503 Roger Clemens Autographed Jersey Value: Priceless Opening Bid $750 Nicknamed "Rocket", Roger Clemens is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who broke into the league with the Boston Red Sox. He helped anchor the team for 12 years. Clemens won seven Cy Young Awards, more than any other pitcher. He played for four different teams over his 23-year playing career. In each of his two seasons with the Toronto Blue Jays, Clemens won the pitching triple crown (leading the league in wins, ERA, and strikeouts) and a Cy Young Award. We have a Roger Clemens autographed Boston Red Sox jersey and it is the ultimate collectors item. 504 Joe Torre Autographed Baseball Value: Priceless Opening Bid $240 Joe Torre was a former American professional baseball player and manager who currently serves as Major League Baseball’s Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations. A nine-time All-Star, he played in Major League Baseball as a catcher, first baseman and a third baseman for the Milwaukee/Atlanta Braves, New York Mets, and the St. Louis Cardinals.[1] After his retirement as a player, he later managed all three teams. You can own this special Joe Torre baseball when he managed the Yankees that is inscribed WS Champs 96, 98, 99, 00. 505 Ray “Boom Boom” Manini Boxing Glove Value: Priceless Opening Bid $100 Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini is a retired Italian-American boxer. He held the World Boxing Association lightweight championship from 1982 to 1984. This boxing glove is autographed by the champ himself. 506 Tony Romo Autographed Jersey Value: Priceless Opening Bid $600 Tony Romo is a professional American football quarterback in the NFL for the Dallas Cowboys. His career passer rating - at 95.5 - ranks fourth-best all time. We have his autographed Dallas Cowboys blue jersey with white shoulders. What Cowboys fan wouldn’t want this for their collection? 507 Plaxico Autographed Jersey Value: Priceless Opening Bid $350 Plaxico is an American football wide receiver who currently plays for the New York Jets of the NFL. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers eighth overall in the 2000 NFL Draft. He has also played for the New York Giants, when they won Super Bowl XLII and we have a New York Giants blue jersey Inscribed "10/2/05 10 Rec. 204 Yds. 2 TDs" 508 Brett Favre Autographed Football Value: Priceless Opening Bid $500 Brett is a former American football quarterback who spent the majority of his career with the Green Bay Packers of the NFL. He was a 20-year veteran of the NFL, having played quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons (1991), Green Bay Packers (1992–2007), New York Jets (2008) and Minnesota Vikings (2009– 2010). Favre is the only quarterback in NFL history to throw for over 70,000 yards, over 500 touchdowns, over 300 interceptions, and over 10,000 pass attempts. He officially retired on January 17, 2011 and we have an authentic NFL Football autographed by “The Gunslinger” himself. 509 Autographed Oscar De La Hoya Boxing Glove Value $175 Opening Bid $60 You can own this original autographed boxing glove by Oscar De La Hoya. The world took notice of Oscar when he won the gold medal in the 1992 Olympics and went onto become the Welterweight Champion of the World. Add this unique item to your collection. Gift of the Cocco Family 510 Dion Phaneuf Jersey Value $200 Opening Bid $50 Dion is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman and captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs of the NHL. He was drafted ninth overall in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft by the Calgary Flames, and made his NHL debut in 2005. He set a Flames record for most goals by a first-year defenceman and was named a finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy as top rookie in 2005–06. Phaneuf is a two-time NHL All-Star. He has represented Canada internationally three times in his career, winning silver and gold medals at the World Junior Hockey Championship in 2004 and 2005 respectively, and a gold medal at the 2007 Men's World Ice Hockey Championships. You can wear the same jersey as defenseman, Dion Phaneuf, #3 of the Toronto Maple Leafs Gift of Peggy & Larry Gottlieb 511 Autographed Nascar Racing Helmet Value: Priceless Opening Bid $1000 Own this authentic Nascar racing helmet which is hand signed by all of the 2011 Sprint Cup drivers and team owners Richard Petty, Jack Roush, and Richard Childress. Snatch this one up before it’s too late as a helmet with all of these signatures is very rare! The last helmet with all of these signatures sold for $14,000! Gift of Jennifer Hardy and friends 512 Ski the Day Away Value $110 Opening Bid $75 Enjoy a fun filled day of skiing with two all day lift tickets to Mohawk Mountain Ski Area. Mohawk Mountain is one of the few continuously family owned and operated ski areas in the country. Tickets are valid until 12-31-2012. Gift of Mohawk Mountain Ski Area-Cornwall, CT 513 Bromley Mountain Ski Pass Value $70 Opening Bid $40 Come visit Bromley, Vermont’s Sun Mountain! Use this Sun Mountain Club Card for one day of skiing or snowboarding (non-holiday) plus $10 off any all day lift ticket purchase during the 2011/2012 winter season. Pass expires on 4/14/12. Visit their website at www.bromley.com Gift of Bromley-Manchester Center, VT 514 Round of Golf at Copake Country Club Value $250 Opening Bid $125 Fore!!! This certificate is good for a round of golf for a foursome and includes a cart. Make a day of it by enjoying golf and then have dinner at the restaurant overlooking the lake. Gift of Copake Country Club-Copake, NY 515 Lime Rock Park Value $180 Opening Bid $125 Indulge in your need for speed at Lime Rock Park with two weekend tickets to the event of your choice in 2012. Lime Rock Park-Lakeville, CT 516 Hudson Valley Renegades Game & Hotel Stay Value $384 Opening Bid $285 Take me out to the Ball Game! This 2012 Renegades package includes 4 reserved Grandstand tickets, 4 group hats and 2 programs at a Hudson Valley Renegades game. Too late to drive after the game, then spend the entire weekend in the Hudson Valley because included in this package is a weekend stay at the Hampton Inn in Fishkill, NY. Featured at the Hampton Inn is the Cloud Nine Hampton Bed Experience that includes a free hot breakfast, free high-speed internet access, and an in-room coffee maker. Renegades certificate expires 9/9/2012 Gift of the Hudson Valley Renegades-Wappingers Falls, NY and the Hampton Inn-Fishkill, NY 517 A Trip for Two to Charlotte, North Carolina for Four Days & Three Nights at Charlotte Marriott City Center, Including Richard Petty Driving Experience and a NASCAR Hall of Fame® Tour Value: Priceless Opening Bid $2,300 Charlotte's NASCAR roots (80 percent of Sprint Cup drivers call it home) make it the perfect city for the ultimate NASCAR experience! The Ultimate Fan Experience provides a unique insiders’ look at the sport of NASCAR for a full day, including a visit to the NASCAR Hall of Fame®. Your NASCAR adventure builds up to the most thrilling experience of all – you’ll get to DRIVE a NASCAR-style stock car around the Charlotte Motor Speedway for eight laps! Charlotte’s a city that combines the best of the new with good old Southern hospitality. The newly opened NASCAR Hall of Fame® in Center City Charlotte is a 150,000square-foot interactive, entertainment attraction honoring the history and heritage of NASCAR. The Ultimate Fan Experience provides an all-inclusive tour giving race fans a unique, insiders look at the sport of NASCAR through a full day of visits to several local race attractions. You'll begin your day with early admittance to the NASCAR Hall of Fame® followed by an afternoon of behind-the-scenes touring of a variety of local race attractions such as Charlotte Motor Speedway, Sam Bass Gallery, Hendrick Motorsports, Earnhardt Ganassi Racing, Dale Earnhardt Inc., Curb Motorsports Museum, MacDonald Racing and Michael Waltrip Racing. You'll also get to view collections of selected celebrities, have access to personal work spaces, as well as get exclusive discounts on race merchandise! Your NASCAR adventure culminates at the Charlotte Motor Speedway as you take command of the wheel and experience the thrill first-hand by driving a NASCAR-style stock car! Your day will include orientation, driving instruction, mechanical and safety instruction, mandatory drivers' meeting, and a closing ceremony. This trip for two includes: • 4 days/3 nights accommodations at Charlotte Marriott City Center • Daily complimentary American breakfast • All room-related taxes • NASCAR Hall of Fame® Ultimate Fan Experience tour • 1 8-lap Richard Petty driving experience at Charlotte Motor Speedway (per person) TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/Gift Cards are not replaceable if lost, stolen, destroyed or expired. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue. Tour operates Monday through Thursday each week. NASCAR certificate valid for 12 months from date of issue. Participants must be at least 16 years of age. Participants must be able to climb through a 15 x 30 inch window that sits 36 inches from the ground. Driving suits are available up to size XXXL. No blackout dates. Arts and Entertainment 600 Temple Grandin Signed Book Value $25 Opening Bid $15 You may own this copy of Animals in Translation, personally signed by author Temple Grandin. This book uses the mysteries of autism to decode animal behavior. Gift of Temple Grandin 601 Jodi Picoult Signed Book Value $38 Opening Bid $20 This book, Sing You Home, is signed by the author Jodi Picoult. Every life has a soundtrack; all you have to do is listen. Included is the companion soundtrack to the book. Gift of Atria Books 602 Tri-Arts-Sharon Playhouse Value $140 Opening Bid $100 This package comes with TWO standard season subscriptions during the 2012 summer season. The 2012 season lineup includes: Altar Boys, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and The Sound of Music. See one or see them all! Gift of Tri-Arts Sharon Playhouse-Sharon, CT 603 La Puerta Azul Cookbook Value $32 Opening Bid $20 Make your favorite La Puerta Azul recipes in your home with their very own cookbook. The Daily Feast, by Chef Ramiro Jimenez, features La Puerta Azul’s signature appetizer, main course, sauce and drink recipes with beautiful color photos. Gift of La Puerta Azul-Salt Point, NY 604 Autographed CD Value $30 Opening Bid $15 Hear Barbara Streisand sing the lyrics of Alan and Marilyn Bergman. The CD booklet is autographed by the songwriters Alan and Marilyn. Gift of Alan and Marilyn Bergman 605 Paperbag Players Performance Value $60 Opening Bid $30 Bring your kids or grandchildren to a Paperbag Players performance on Sunday December 18, 2011 at 2 PM with these two pairs of tickets at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. The Paperbag Players is a company of adults who create and perform original contemporary, musical theater for children ages 4 through 9. Their shows, based on a child’s everyday experiences, combine short plays, rousing songs, freewheeling dances, audience participation, mime, and painting and drawing on stage. Common household objects, cardboard boxes and brown craft paper brightened with splashes of poster paint and crayon transform into their sets, props and costumes. www.mahaiwe.org. Gift of the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center-Great Barrington, MA 606 Cabana Vibe Gift Basket of Stationery Value $140 Opening Bid $75 This basket of greeting cards is hand signed by artist Abigail Chase Miller. Included are 20 folded cards with envelopes and 2 packs of 10 postcards with envelopes. Gift of Abigail Chase Miller 607 “Heavens to Betsy” Stationary Items Value $40 Opening Bid $20 Included in this stationary set are 8 assorted note cards with envelopes, a magnetic notepad and a blank page journal with antique style country farm and farm animal illustrations by Betsy Goodenough. Gift of Horse Leap Tack Shop-Amenia, NY 608 Author’s Lunch with Jesse Saperstein Value $50 Opening Bid $35 Join author, Jesse Saperstein, for a “dutch treat” lunch outing at the winner’s choice of restaurant. You can enjoy lunch with this unique young man and discuss his book, also included package “ATYPICAL: Life with Asperger’s in 20 1/3 Chapters.” This is an inspiring “must read” book in which Mr. Saperstein discusses the challenges of living with Asperger’s. Gift of Jesse Saperstein 609 Gift Set of Thanksgiving CD’s Value $240 Opening Bid $100 Are you hosting a holiday dinner party? Do you want to give out a hostess gift or party favor and don’t know what to give? You are in luck here! Give your guests a copy of “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come“ by the Quincy Choral Society. Included are 24 copies of the CD. Gift of Laurie Macintosh Travel, Leisure and Activities 700 Wake Robin Inn Value $250 Opening Bid $185 One of the most popular places for parents to stay; rurally located just outside the heart of Lakeville. This certificate is good for a one night stay and continental breakfast for two. Certificate is valid through November 2012. Gift of the Wake Robin Inn-Lakeville, CT 701 Essex Steam Train and Riverboat Passes Value $86 Opening Bid $50 Included are two adult and two children passes for either a train or boat ride at Essex Train and Riverboat in Essex, CT. Passes cannot be used for special events. Gift of Essex Train and Riverboat-Essex, CT 702 Interlaken Gift Certificate Value $250 Opening Bid $185 Use this $250 gift certificate towards anything that you want at your next trip to the Interlaken Inn in Lakeville, CT. Celebrate an anniversary or birthday in style or pamper yourself at the spa. Save this little slice of heaven for yourself or give it to someone deserving a break. Gift of the Yonushewski Family 703 Welcome Aboard! Value $48 Opening Bid $25 Explore Mystic, Connecticut’s Mystic Seaport with these two admission passes. Mystic Seaport is home to four National Historic Landmark vessels including the Charles W. Morgan, the last wooden whaleship in the world. Fun for the whole family as the kids can visit the children’s museum and learn to tie sailor knots in the Discovery Barn. Valid until November 15, 2012. Gift of Mystic Seaport-Mystic, CT 704 Museum at Bethel Woods & Middletown Hotel Stay Value $200 Opening Bid $125 Spend the day at the Bethel Woods museum with these four passes and immerse yourself in the diverse interactive and multi-media features in the exhibits. Also visit the BashaKill Vineyard and partake in some wine tasting. At the end of the day head on down to Middletown and hit the Galleria Mall or simply enjoy a one night stay in a traditional room at the Hampton Inn-Middletown, NY. Middletown offers great shopping and many restaurant venues close by. Certificate expires on 4/31/12. Gift of Bethel Woods Center for the Arts-Bethel, NY and Hampton Inn-Middletown, NY 705 Historic Stay in Millbrook & La Puerta Azul Gift Card Value $357 Opening Bid $200 Enjoy a single night stay at the Millbrook Country House anytime from November 1, 2011-April 1, 2012, based on policies and availability. This is an historic 1808 colonial home with four guest rooms, Italian antiques, tea and breakfast included. For dinner, dine on delicious, mouthwatering Mexican cuisine at La Puerta Azul with this $25 Gift Card and cookbook. The menu is an expression of traditional Mexican fare with a refreshingly modern twist. The La Puerta Azul dining experience is enhanced by a warm and festive atmosphere, outstanding service and live entertainment in our cantina. Come and enjoy the best in the Hudson Valley. Make your favorite dishes at home because included is a cookbook, The Daily Feast, by Chef Ramiro Jimenez. No major holidays. See www.millbrookcountryhouse.com. Gift of Millbrook Country House and La Puerta Azul-Millbrook, NY 706 FIVE (5) Night Stay at the Inn at the Ridge Value $675 Opening Bid $500 The Inn at the Ridge is pet friendly and provides a casual, homey atmosphere for your time away from work and outside pressures. The Inn is located at the heart of the Hudson Valley Wine Country. Close by there are miles of hiking trails, antique stores , historical homes of the early Dutch and French settlers: Huguenot Street historic district, New Paltz, NY and great restaurants. The Inn at the Ridge serves breakfast of Saturdays and Sundays. There is a full service kitchen and satellite TV. Tax is the responsibility of the winner. Excludes stays on holidays and 3 day weekends. Gift of Salvatore Riccobono and Beverly Cooper, Inn at the Ridge-Wallkill, NY 707 Rooster Tail Inn Value $300 Opening Bid $225 You can experience a level of luxury and unexpected service in a casual country setting with this $300 gift certificate to the Rooster tail Inn. There are both summer and winter activities close by for you to enjoy depending on when you use your certificate. Gift of the Rooster Tail Inn-Warren, CT 708 SEVEN (7) Night Stay at Sunday River Resort in Newry, Maine Value $900 Opening Bid $675 This 7 night stay at the beautiful Sunday River Resort is for August 3-10, 2012. The one bedroom hotel/condo sleeps up to 6, has a full kitchen and 2 full baths. Activities such as golf, mountain bike trails, hiking, the zipline, fishing, and shopping in Freeport (LL Bean headquarters) are all close by. The resort features a pool, jacuzzi, fitness room, spa and restaurants. Gift of Mike and Linda Paczkowski 709 Glimmerglass Festival Value $150 Opening Bid $75 Enjoy two tickets to a July Glimmerglass Festival performance in 2012. Performances include Verdi’s Aida, Wilson’s The Music Man, Lully’s Armide and Kurt Weill’s Lost in the Stars. Gift of the Glimmer Glass Festival-Cooperstown, NY 710 Warship Intrepid Package Value $175 Opening Bid $90 This package features 2 VIP adult admission passes at the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum in New York City. The passes entitle the bearer entry to all exhibits in the museum, including the USS Growler submarine and the British Airways Concorde. Also included is the book “Intrepid” autographed by author Bill White, forward by US Senator John McCain , DVD “CONCORDE, 27 years of Supersonic flight, Intrepid VIP cap, and Intrepid key ring. The passes expire on December 31, 2011. Gift of Charles and Ruth Chiusano 711 Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel and Shopping Value $300 Opening Bid 150 This certificate entitles you to overnight accommodations and breakfast for two the next morning. The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel is right in the heart of Poughkeepsie. Excellent night life and dining are just steps away. Also included is $150 in gift cards for shopping, dinner or whatever else you may desire. Certificate expires 10/29/2012 Gift of the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel-Poughkeepsie, NY and Patti Connor 712 Kingston, NY Package Value $342 Opening Bid $150 Hop aboard the Rip Van Winkle for this two hour long narrated sightseeing cruise along the beautiful Hudson River. Afterwards, spend two nights at the Kingston Courtyard by Marriot with breakfast for two. At the Kingston Courtyard, choose a guest room with either a kind bed or two queen beds. Cruise expires October 31, 2012. Rooms at the Kingston Courtyard are subject to availability and cannot be used on holidays. Certificate expires October, 2012. Gift of Hudson River Cruises, Inc. & Kingston Courtyard by Marriot-Kingston, NY 713 The Interlaken Package Value $310 Opening Bid $150 A single night stay for two plus dinner AND breakfast at the Interlaken’s Morgan’s Restaurant which utilizes seasonal and local sourced foods in Lakeville, CT. If you haven’t dined at Morgan’s, you are in for a treat. Gift of the Interlaken Inn-Lakeville, CT 714 Poughkeepsie Package, Part Deux Value $480 Opening Bid $200 Enjoy a two night stay at the Residence Inn Marriott in Poughkeepsie, NY combined with a $50 gift certificate for dinner at O’SHSO Japanese Steakhouse. At O’SHO you can dine at one of their hibachi tables for a great show as the chef will slice, dice, and cook your meal right at your table. O’SHO certificate valid until 12/30/2011 and Residence Inn certificate valid until 3/30/2012 Gift of Residence Inn Marriott and O’SHO Japanese Steakhouse-Poughkeepsie, NY 715 Lenox and Stockbridge, MA Getaway Value $300 Opening Bid $150 Spend some time in Massachusetts with this variety package. Begin with a upscale haircut from Peter Alvarez, Inc. in Lenox, MA valued at $110. Peter is a master haircutter, VIDAL SASSOON Trainer and has the best salon on the East Coast. Then use these four tickets for the Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum train ride. Enjoy your narrated ride from Lenox to Stockbridge during the 2012 season. R elax in the 1920’s restored passenger coaches pulled by vintage diesel locomotives as you chug along the Housatonic River. Visit the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge with two museum passes and enjoy Rockwell’s artistic legacy through exciting changing exhibitions and programs for all ages. Finally, visit The Mount, Edith Wharton’s Estate and Gardens, with two tickets for a guided tour. Also included is Edith Warton’s book, “The Cruise of the Vandis.” Have dinner at the Lion’s Den located at the Red Lion Inn. The Lion’s Den features pub-style food that supports local farms. Tax and gratuity is included but alcohol is not. Gift certificate to the Lion’s Den expires on October 17,2012. Tickets to the Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum cannot be used on any date in October and expire 9/30/12. Gift of Peter Alvarez, Inc., The Mount &The Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum-Lenox, MA The Norman Rockwell Museum & The Red Lion Inn-Stockbridge, MA 716 New York City Getaway Featuring a Stay at the W Hotel Value $1037 Opening Bid $500 Enjoy activities such as ice skating, batting cages, working out at the health club, etc. along with four day passes to Chelsea Piers. This outing also includes a toddler adventure pass for ages 6 months-4years. Rest your tired legs at the end of the day at the famous W Hotel on Lexington Avenue with a two night stay for two in a Mega Room. The next day, climb to “The Top of the Rock” observation deck at Rockefeller Center with four tickets. Explore your wild side with four tickets to the Bronx Zoo. After a busy day of activities, chow down at Ben’s Restaurant and Deli with a $25 gift card. Hotel stay is valid until October 2012. Top of the Rock tickets good until 4/29/2012. Chelsea Piers tickets expire 4/29/12. Gift of Chelsea Piers, W Hotel, Top of the Rock, the Wildlife Conservation Society and Ben’s Restaurant-New York, NY 717 Another Day in the City Value $276 Opening Bid $125 Have a fun filled day in New York City. Enjoy a new experience on THE RIDE with two tickets. THE RIDE will move you through the city, turning famous NYC landmarks into backdrops as a live show plays out right in front of you. Start the next day out at the beautiful Brooklyn Botanic Garden with two adult frequent visitor passes also good for their children under 16 to enter. Head on down to the island and spend the rest of the day at Adventureland, Long Island’s amusement park since 1962. Included are two one price tickets which allow you go on any of the rides. Win fabulous prizes in their state of the art climate controlled arcade. After you are finished playing, do some shopping at Adventureland’s Bavarian Village where you will find all sorts of neat stuff from Adventureland memorabilia to homemade fudge that is freshly baked right on the premises. Tickets expire on October 28, 2012. Brooklyn Botanic Gardens tickets are good until October 31, 2012. The Ride tickets are good until 12/31/11. Gift of the Ride and Brooklyn Botanic Gardens-New York, NY and Adventureland-Long Island, NY 718 Two Night Stay at Hotel Sierra & Dinner at Charlie Brown’s Value $330 Opening Bid $150 Enjoy a two night stay at Hotel Sierra in Fishkill. Hotel Sierra offers a different kind of guest experience where fresh design, attentive service, and special touches of luxury add up to a unique and inspiring stay. Use the $30 gift card towards your dinner at Charlie Brown’s Steakhouse. Hotel Sierra stay expires on January 31, 2012. Gift of Hotel Sierra and Charlie Brown’s Steakhouse-Fishkill, NY 719 Cooperstown Getaway Value $189 Opening Bid $125 Spend the day at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, NY with a friend with these two passes. At the end of the day relax in the luxurious double queen lodge room at the August Lodge for a one night stay. Hotel stay valid 1/3/2012-4/30/2012 Gift of the National Baseball Hall of Fame & The August Lodge-Cooperstown, NY 720 Lake George Getaway Value $436 Opening Bid $325 Relax on a Lake George Steamboat Company cruise for four during the 2012 season. Also included in this package is four passes to the Fort William Henry Museum. Stay the night at the recently renovated Holiday Inn Resort and have breakfast for two the next morning. After breakfast change into your bathing suits and spend the day at Six Flag’s White Water Bay Indoor Water Park with two one day passes. White Water Bay passes expire on 9/1/2012. Gratuity is not included for breakfast at the Holiday Inn, also, reservations are required. Gift of Lake George Steamboat Company, Fort William Henry Museum, Six Flags and Holiday Inn Lake George-Lake George, NY 721 Four Passes to Disney World & Stay at the Radisson Value $642 Opening Bid $475 Let the memories begin with four one-day park hopper passes to Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL. Jump from The Magic Kingdom to Epcot to Disney’s Hollywood Studios to Disney’s Animal Kingdom and back again. At the end of the day rest your tired feet at the Radisson Hotel with a two night stay. Disney passes expire in two years. The Radisson certificate expires August 2012. Gift from Walt Disney World Inc. and Radisson Resort-Orlando, FL 722 Dinner and a Movie in Albany Value $122 Opening Bid $85 Dinner, a movie and a hotel stay in NY State’s capital, Albany. Enjoy dinner at the Melting Pot Restaurant with a $100 gift certificate and a movie for two at Regal Cinemas located in the Crossgates Mall. The Melting Pot certificate is valid for the Albany or Poughkeepsie locations. Gift of the Melting Pot Restaurant & The Crossgates Mall-Albany, NY 723 Boston Getaway Value $530 Opening Bid $350 This package includes a behind the scenes tour at the Boston Symphony Orchestra for up to ten people, two passes for a Narrated Boston Duck Tour, a $15 gift card for ice cream at J.P. Licks and an overnight stay at The Fairmont Copley Plaza. On the Boston Duck Tour you will cruise around in a vehicle which can go on land and water while you view the most historic places in Boston. The Fairmont stay is redeemable from Sunday-Friday and is valid until 10/31/2012. Boston Duck tour tickets expire 11/23/12. Boston Symphony Orchestra tickets expire 12/1/12. Gift of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Boston Duck Tours, J.P. Licks and the Fairmont Copley PlazaBoston, MA 724 Asheville, North Carolina (for 2) for Three Days & Two Nights at Renaissance Asheville Hotel, Including a Go Blue Ridge Card Value $1,100 Opening Bid $750 Nestled among the Blue Ride & Great Smoky Mountains lies one of the most beautiful places on Earth, Asheville, North Carolina. From the fresh mountain air to the blossoms in the spring, history, Asheville is a must-see destination. , The Go Blue Ridge Card provides you with access to over 30 of the area's top attractions and activities, from museums to mines, waters for rafting and wines for tasting! The Marriott Renaissance Asheville hotel lies in the heart of the city and proves itself to be one of the best hotels in downtown Asheville. When the sun goes down, clubs light up the city with more entertainment! You have the freedom to see and do what you want in the High Country with your Go Blue Ridge Card! In all, you've got dozens of options to make this a memory-filled escape! Your getaway for two includes: • 3 days/2 nights accommodations at Renaissance Asheville Hotel • Daily complimentary American breakfast • All room-related taxes • Go Blue Ridge Card • Free concierge reservation service TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue. No blackout dates. 725 Getaway for Two to Key West, Florida for Four Days & Three Nights at the Hyatt Key West Resort and Marina, Including Swedish Massages Value $2,600 Opening Bid $1,900 Key West is paradise, and offers adventures to everyone! The balmy weather and crystal blue skies invite you to spend your days diving and fishing, or touring the historic grounds, such as Ernest Hemingway’s home and the Audubon House Gallery of Natural History. Combine the best of resort living and a pampering spa experience at the luxurious Hyatt Key West. From sightseeing – on land and underwater, watersports, art galleries, kayaking and eco-tours, everything on Key West has been influenced by its Caribbean ambiance and breathtaking natural beauty. All the best features in Key West resorts can be found in the Hyatt Key West Resort & Marina. This is a year-round Key West resort and marina on the Gulf of Mexico, within walking distance of shops and attractions. Recreational activities include use of the small beach area, parasailing, diving, snorkeling, fishing, and sailing on the property. Hotel amenities include outdoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room and gourmet cuisine, including the Pool Bar and Grill. Leave the world behind as you relax and refresh in Key West! Blending the natural delights of local culture with the science of wellness and the healing waters of spa tradition, Jala Spa - named for a Sanskrit word for water - is an award-winning Key West spa offering full immersion in the natural elements essential to maintaining and achieving optimal well-being. Combine the best of resort living and spa experience when you visit this Key West luxury hotel spa. Your getaway for two includes: • 4 days/3 nights accommodations at the Hyatt Key West Resort and Marina • All room-related taxes • 1 standard Swedish massage per person (50-60 minutes) TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/Gift Cards are not replaceable if lost, stolen, destroyed or expired. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue. Treatment length and technique may vary by property. Certificate is valid for 12 months from date of issue. No blackout dates. 726 A Getaway for Two to Monterey, California for Three Days & Two Nights at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort and Spa, Including a $300 Hyatt Gift Card for Golf at the Del Monte Golf Course or Spa Services Value $1,200 Opening Bid $900 Head south of San Francisco and you’ll find one of the most picturesque spots in North America – the Monterey Peninsula. With its high cliffs, sparkling Pacific beaches and large, native forests, California dreaming may have been invented here. Perched atop 22 beautifully manicured acres that border the 18-hole Pebble Beach Company's Championship Del Monte Golf Course, Hyatt Regency Monterey sets a new standard for Monterey Bay hotels. You can relax and take advantage of a host of luxurious amenities in the alluring spa and 24-hour fitness center. Spend an evening indulging your palette at the signature restaurant featuring tantalizing cuisine. From here, it's just a few blocks to the beach, a mile to downtown Monterey and a few miles to Cannery Row - in short, all of Monterey can be your playground. Your getaway for two includes: • 3 days/2 nights accommodations at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort and Spa • All room-related taxes • $300 Hyatt Gift Card for golf or spa services TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue. No blackout dates. 727 Dancing With the Stars Dance Lessons with Cheryl Burke Value Priceless Opening Bid $300 The winner of this package will enjoy two (2) private ballroom dance lessons with two-time champion of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, Cheryl Burke. Dance lessons must be used between the dates of 7/29 and 8/10 within the Los Angeles, CA area. Included in the package are a pair of signed dance shoes and an autographed copy of Cheryl’s book, “Dancing Lessons.” Combine with one of the other California trips. You have nothing to lose, but that other left foot! Gift of Cheryl Burke, Dancing With the Stars 728 Seven Night Cruise for Two, Airfare Included Value $2,500 Opening Bid $1,500 A fabulous 7 night Caribbean cruise waits for you! Choose whether you would like for go to the Bahamas, the Caribbean, Baja Mexico or the Mexican Riviera. Several ports of call options are available as well as different cruise line options. Ports of departure include: Miami, Port Canaveral, New York, Tampa, San Juan, Bayonne, NJ, Baltimore, Charleston, New York City, Galveston, Jacksonville, Long Beach and San Diego. All meals and entertainment including Las Vegas style live shows and shipboard casinos are included aboard ship. Excludes major holiday travel. In addition, a (3) Day/2 night hotel stay in one of over 50 destinations including places like Miami, New Orleans, Las Vegas, Hawaii, Cancun, etc. is also included. Two roundtrip airfare tickets to anywhere in the continental U.S. departing all International and Domestic airports are included as well. Winner is responsible for paying all taxes, service charges, fuel surcharges and security fees. Donor will cover the cost of any activation fees. Anonymous Donation For the Kids 800 Zumiez Gift Card Value $100 Opening Bid $75 Use this $100 gift card to purchase merchandise in any Zumiez store or online at www.Zumiez.com. Gift of Zumiez 801 Great Barrington Bowling and Dinner Value $110 Opening Bid $85 Go bowling and have dinner in Great Barrington with a staff member from Maplebrook (TBA). The Cove bowling and Entertainment Center features bowling, 18 holes of mini golf, and a large arcade area. After you are done bowling for the day, feast on mouth watering BBQ at Route 7 Grill. Route 7 Grill was recently listed on Gourmet Magazine’s “Best Farm-to-Table” Restaurants in America. Gift of The Cove and Route 7 Grill-Great Barrington, MA 802 Movie House Gift Basket Value $200 Opening Bid $125 Calling all movie buffs! This basket is full of movie memorabilia from hit movies of the year. Included in the basket are: a gift card for 4 movie passes at the movie house, Jane Eyre book and soundtrack, Beginners soundtrack, Thor t-shirt, Transformers 3 t-shirt, Captain America t-shirt, Moneyball t-shirt, a pair of exclusive Lion King RealD glasses, 2 pairs of exclusive Harry Potter REalD glasses, Glee 3D concert movie soundtrack, a Fright Night hat, and a Green Hornet key chain. Gift of the Millerton Movie House-Millerton, NY 803 Junk Food Basket Value $150 Opening Bid $80 Your teenager and friends would love this basket chocked full of junk food and all kinds of things that will cause a bellyache. Gift of Freshtown –Amenia, NY 804 Horseback Riding Lessons Value $350 Opening Bid $200 Do you love to ride? Well now you can ride to your hearts content at Calypso Farms for one whole season. Gift of Calypso Farms-Salt Point, NY 805 Mountain Creek Water Park Value $145 Opening Bid $100 Splash down one of Mountain Creek’s thrilling waterslides with these four tickets for the 2012 season. Take a ride on the new Alpine Pipeline, a high flying, two person Alpine express that goes from daylight to darkness in the blink of an eye! Tickets expire 9/3/2012. Gift of Mountain Creek Water Park-Vernon, NJ 806 E&R Campus Laundry Value $399 Opening Bid $250 Do you hate doing laundry? So do we! You can purchase this campus laundry service so that your shirts ar laundered, pressed, dry cleaned for the 2012-2013 academic year. Gift of Patrick Caveny, The Campus Laundry by E&R 807 Prom Package-Male Value $155 Opening Bid $100 Thinking about prom? Men’s Wearhouse will have you covered. The lucky winner will receive a tuxedo rental that includes a coat, pants, shirt, vest and choice of neckwear. Yes, shoes are included as well! The certificate does not apply towards retail items such as pocket silk or hat package. Gift of Men’s Wearhouse-Poughkeepsie, NY 808 Ball Gown Prom Package Value $150 Opening Bid $75 Attend prom in style with this beautiful ball gown from the Town Shop. Also included is a $30 gift card from The Mane Street Salon in Millerton. Choose products of your choice to help make your hair just as fabulous as the dress! Gift of the Town Shop-Poughkeepsie, NY and The Mane Street Salon-Millerton, NY 809 Let it Snow!! Value $400 Opening Bid $300 This snow package incudes a #155 “Burton Blunt Snowboard”along with private snowboard lessons provided by Catamount snowboard instructor, Dustin Hale and two day passes to be used separately or shared with a friend. Date to be mutually agreed upon with instructor. Gift of Dustin Hale 810 Eddie Solomon 662 Body Board Value $80 Opening Bid $40 Enjoy the surf on this special bodyboard designed by incredible bodyboarder, Eddie Solomon. Recently, Solomon lost his battle with cancer. He was an extraordinary bodyboarder from Dana Point, California and the founding member of 662 Mob. Solomon was spreading the love for bodyboarding for a long time and was an outstanding rider. Now you can follow the dream for yourself. Gift of Main Beach Surf & Sports – Hamptons, NY 811 FRONT SEATS AT GRADUATION Value $Priceless Opening Bid $250 Normally reserved for students and board members, we’ll secure you up to five (5) front row seats at the 2012 commencement exercises. Gift of Maplebrook School Everyone is a Winner So TAKE Your CHANCE Hey kids, buy a number and see what prize is revealed. You can win anything so what are you waiting for? Take a chance! Tickets are $20 each, or 3 tickets for $50 – until items last!! DURING THE LIVE AUCTION, ONE OF YOUR NUMBERS MIGHT BE DRAWN DURING THE LIVE AUCTION AND YOU COULD HAVE A “CHANCE” TO WIN A FLAT SCREEN TV/DVD PLAYER - Perfect for your room. Value: $250 SO TAKE A CHANCE *Buy A Ticket* Donations for “Take A Chance” were provided by: Nancy & Michael Davis Lorraine & Lee Scuccimarra Richard J. Thalheimer Anonymous It is the Auction Committee’s intention that everyone who attends the auction be a winner. We don’t want anyone to walk away with out something or with the feeling that they are unsuccessful in supporting the school because they were outbid. Staff/Faculty Items 900 MBS Chef for the Day Value $400 Opening Bid $250 So you think you are destined for the world of restaurant management and food service! Test your gourmet skills with this great offer. You will get to decide on the entrees for the day, but you must use the three food groups! The help prepare all three meals. It is your chance to make a change, so give the Maplebrook community three meals to really write home about. Gift of Culinary Management 901 Chef’s Table Value $100 Opening Bid $70 This Chef’s Table is new and a great dining experience for the winner and five guests of your choice. The special chef’s table includes linen and china setup, tableside service, and a special menu for one sitting at dinner. Gift of Culinary Management 902 You Outta Be In Pictures Value $Priceless Opening Bid $100 Photos will be taken by our very own Jennifer Scully. She will capture all of the special, priceless moments of your son or daughter while they are here at school and compile them into a photo book. Gift of Jennifer Scully 903 Canine Scavenger Hunt Value $200 Opening Bid $125 Have a canine scavenger hunt for the winner and two friends with Ms. Scully’s two dogs, Riley and Scout. You will follow Riley as he tracks towards the clues. Each clue, once found, will have a message and how to get the next clue. Collect all the clues that will lead to a prize! Gift of Jennifer Scully, Scout and Riley 904 BBQ with Mr. Sheehan Value $125 Opening Bid $80 Have a wonderful BBQ at MR. Sheehan’s home on campus for a lucky student and 4 friends. He’s sure to provide good food and lots of entertainment and fun. Date to be mutually agreed upon. Gift of Dan Sheehan 905 Spaghetti Dinner with Mrs. Hardy Value $75 Opening Bid $40 Enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner at Mrs. Hardy’s House with her family and your choice of two friends. Gift of Jennifer Hardy 906 Camping in Style Value $300 Opening Bid $200 Go camping in style with Mr. and Mrs. Ken Hale. Your youngster and a friend can join the Hales in the luxury motor home or choose to “rough it” the old fashioned way with tents and sleeping bags. Outside camping can include three friends. Offered as a spring, summer or fall trip that will include all camping essentials and the best outdoor cooking in the northeast. The winner will also enjoy fishing, boating, cycling, and/or wakeboarding. All expenses paid. Gift of Lori and Ken Hale 907 Christmas Shopping with Mrs. Hardy Value $130 Opening Bid $95 Accompany Mrs. Hardy and her kids Christmas Shopping this year. You may bring a friend of your choice as well. Included are two $20 gift cards for Dick’s Sporting Goods and Bed Bath and Beyond as well as a $25 gift card to Potterbrothers Ski and Patio. Use these gift cards to shop for yourself or loved ones. Gift of Dick’s Sporting Goods, Potterbrothers, & Bed Bath and Beyond-Poughkeepsie, NY & Jennifer Hardy 908 Lunch/Dinner and a Mall Trip with Mrs. McGhee Value $300 Opening Bid $225 One student and a friend of their choice are welcome to have lunch or dinner, depending on the time of day, with Mrs. McGhee and her husband. You will take a trip to the mall for shopping and/or movies. Shop till you drop with $150 in gift cards. Gift of Colleen McGhee and Patti Connor 909 Dessert of the Month Value $140 Opening Bid $75 Each month a delicious dessert will be delivered to your dorm room! Possible desserts include a variety of cakes, pies, brownies, cookies, cupcakes and pastries. Gift of Joe Larocca 910 Spa and Movie Night with Mrs. McLaughlin Value $100 Opening Bid $75 One girl and two friends of her choice can enjoy a “Spa and Movie” night with Mrs. McLaughlin in her home. The night will consist of a “girly” movie, manicures, pedicures and an at-home facial. Movie snacks provided as well! Gift of Kate McLaughlin 911 CAPS Director for the Day Value $100 Opening Bid 75 Forget imagining this, be the winner and just do it! Walk in Dr. Enzinna’s shoes for a day and see if you can keep up! Attend meetings, schedule travel, handle phone calls, run a meeting, visit classrooms, and job sites, conduct a fire drill and much, much more. Date to be agreed upon with Dr. Enzinna. No expenses or restrictions. Gift of Michael Enzinna 912 Manicure and Lunch with Mrs. Bondi Value $100 Opening Bid $50 Enjoy an afternoon of pampering with Mrs. Bondi. The winner and a friend will accompany be treated by Mrs. Bondi for manicures followed by lunch. Each girl will also receive a $25 gift certificate for shopping at the Danbury Mall. Gift of Lynne Bondi 913 Brownies of the Month Value $100 Opening Bid $50 Mrs. Lopane will deliver brownies of your choice (chocolate, chocolate chip, blondies, oreo, raspberry cheesecake or your favorite) to your dorm once a month for a tasty delight! Yum yum!! Valid NovemberMay. Gift of Susan Briggs-Lopane 914 Dinner/Movie Outing with Bill Hale & Athletic Director for a Day Value $250 Opening Bid $125 You and a friend will go out to dinner and a movie with Mr. Bill Hale. The restaurant and movie will be decided on between you and Mr. Hale. Also, you can be the Athletic Director for a day and help with the Maplebrook Invitational Tournament. Gift of Bill Hale 915 Chicken Wings!! Value $50 Opening Bid $30 Homemade chicken wings for you and a friend made by Mr. Scott Miller. The wings come with your choice of hot or mild sauce and choice of soda. Gift of Scott Miller 916 Let it Snow and ride the Machine!! Value $200 Opening Bid $150 You and a friend will travel to the beautiful Catskill Mountains for an afternoon/evening full of winter adventure. Snowmobile for the day and do some trail riding and/or try your luck at some ice fishing if desired. Meals and equipment included. Date to be mutually agreed upon by Mother Nature and Mr. Ken Hale. Gift of Ken Hale 917 Once a Month Home-Cooked Dinner Value $500 Opening Bid $200 There is nothing like a home cooked meal! Your youngster and 2 friends get to spend a “quiet” meal with the Hales and the dogs once a month at their campus home (November-May). This is a fabulous offer because Mr. Hale is one of the best grillers on campus. In addition, the Hales will also provide the opportunity for your youngster to come over and bake (cake/cookies/pies) for someone special back at school. At this same time, they can spend a weekend night to kick back and play video games or watch movies with the Hale family if desired. All expenses paid. Gift of Ken Hale 918 Once a Month Dining Out Experience Value $800 Opening Bid $300 The lucky winner and a friend will join Mr. and Mrs. Hale out to dinner once a month at some of the area’s most unique dining venues~Salsa Fresca, Serevan, The Black Goose, Golden Wok, The Boat House, The Millbrook Diner, etc. (This counts as Mrs. Hale’s night to cook!) What a great gift that keeps on giving throughout the year. All expenses paid - no restrictions. Gift of Lori Hale 919 Two for Fore! Value $200 Opening Bid $100 Mr. O’Connor and his son, Calvin, will play host to a golf outing on a Sunday in spring 2012. The winning bidder and a friend will join the O’Connor’s for coffee and donuts, a round of golf at Quarryview Golf Course in Canaan, Connecticut and lunch at the Caddyshack in Canaan. (Quarryview is a 9-hole executive style course.) Gift of Kevin & Calvin O’Connor LIVE Auction 3000 Head of School for a Day Value $1,000 Opening Bid $800 Here’s your chance to run Maplebrook for a whole day. No prior experience required. Fill the shoes of Miss Konkolics for a day by helping to plan special activities for students, attend meetings, and ensure everyone is following the RISE program. Special meals can be planned as well as evening activities. Gift of Donna Konkolics 3001 Week for One at the Golden Door Spa Value $7,750 Opening Bid $4,000 Find yourself rejuvenated with a week-long stay at the secluded sanctuary of the Golden Door Spa. Your week includes 18 spa treatments, three private sessions with a personal trainer and gourmet spa cuisine prepared from an organic garden in this beautiful and exclusive paradise in Arizona Set among rolling Sonoran Desert foothills and carved into ancient 1.4 billion year-old boulders, our restful Arizona spa resort provides a defined path to peace of mind and body. Here, nature and design are artfully combined to provide moments of solitude and selfreflection. Whether you're undergoing one of our relaxing treatments, enjoying a workout in our fitness center, or treating yourself to lunch in our cafe, the Zen-like ambiance helps to stir the soul. Take pleasure in the innovative features of the award-winning Arizona spa, including: 33,000-square-foot spa, with 24 treatment rooms and a full array of relaxing services Fitness center, for an exhilarating cardio workout The Labryinth, a path to tranquility Tranquil pool and whirlpool, nestled in the shawdows of the boulders The Watsu, offering an underwater experience Movement studio, providing Pilates, Yoga, and Tai Chi classes, for all levels Golden Door cafe, featuring healthy cusine inside or outdoors. Private locker rooms, featuring steam rooms, saunas, and Japanese baths Beauty salon, offering a full menu of services Spa Services, available 8am - 6 pm Salon Services, available 9am - 6pm Let the Golden Door Spa at The Boulders serve as your pathway to a transformative experience in well-being. Gift of the Golden Door Spa-Paradise Valley, AZ 3003 Attend Any Concert in the US - A Trip for TWO to Your Choice of a Thrilling Concert with Lower Level Tickets for Two Days & One Night with Economy Class Air Value $ Priceless Opening Bid $2,900 Elton John. The Eagles. Bruce Springsteen. U2. Goo Goo Dolls. American Idol. Justin Bieber, John Mellencamp. These are just a few top music legends and performers that you can see in concert! For all music lovers, fans and enthusiasts, this is your opportunity for the live music experience of a lifetime! Get up close to your favorite artist, feel the vibes of the music for yourself, sing along with thousands of fellow fans, all from your lower level seats! Whether you are a seasoned concertgoer or have never been, there is no rush of excitement quite like the energetic thrill of a concert from the first moments of the performance, seeing your musical idol in person, the bright lights, and the shouts for an encore at the end! Your trip for two includes: • Round trip Economy Class air • 2 days/1 night Premier accommodations • 2 premium tickets to concert of your choice • Daily complimentary breakfast • Expert travel and concierge services • All taxes and service charges TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/Gift Cards are not replaceable if lost, stolen, destroyed or expired. Passport required for travel outside the U.S. Reservations must be made at least 45 days in advance of travel. Hotel may be substituted with equal or better accommodations. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue. 3004 Book ‘em Dano and Enjoy a Trip for Two to Hawaii for Seven Days & Six Nights at Your Choice of the Hyatt Resort & Spa on the Islands of Maui, Oahu, or Kauai with Economy class Air, Including a $250 Hyatt Gift Card Value $6,900 Opening Bid $5,300 Surrender to the sounds of waves, the fresh and floral air, the warm, tranquil waters, and the breathtaking natural beauty that Hawaii is known for. Whether you choose to spend your days on the second largest island of Maui, reputed to have some of the world’s best beaches, on the island of Oahu with it’s vibrant mix of natural and cultural wonders, or the dramatic landscape of Kauai, you’ll find the warm embrace of Hawaii wherever you go. You’re invited to explore Hawaii and discover your ideal travel experience. Discover the ultimate Kaanapali Beach hotel Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. Surrounded by 40 lush, beachfront acres, this breathtaking Maui hotel presents an astonishing array of delightful ways to spend your days and nights. Frolic in the water playground, pamper yourself at the spa, play championship golf and tennis, scuba, ride the waves, even spend an evening with the heavens. Feast on the beauty of nature, on the priceless art collection and in the delectable restaurants. Oahu invites you to vacation at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki, the jewel of Waikiki beach resorts, where you will be surrounded by the magnificence of Hawaii. The hotel is home to several restaurants, a freshwater pool overlooking the Pacific and the Na Hoola spa. Stroll to such landmarks as Diamond Head, Honolulu Zoo, the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, Iolani Palace, Pali Lookout and the Waikiki Aquarium from the spectacular setting fronting Waikiki Beach. At sunset, guests gather for the traditional torch-lighting ceremony on the beach. Step into a world of timeless elegance and luxury at Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa. This lush Kauai beach resort envelopes you with a sense of serenity that stays with you long after you depart. Delight in the spacious guestrooms, each with private lanai and stunning views. Float effortlessly along the lagoons, indulge in a reviving treatment at ANARA Spa or simply take in the refreshing ocean breezes from the beautiful white sand beach. Your trip for two includes: • Round trip Economy Class air • 7 days/6 nights accommodations at your choice of the Hyatt Resort & Spa on the islands of Maui, Oahu, or Kauai • All room-related taxes • $250 Hyatt Gift Card • Free concierge reservation service TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Airport taxes and fees are the responsibility of the passenger. Flights may not be upgraded with miles. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue. Need a 30 day advance reservation 3005 Shopping Spree at TOMMY HILFIGER and Fall 2012 Women’s Fashion Show Value $3,000 Opening Bid $2,250 This is a once in a life time chance to attend a Tommy Hilfiger fashion show during NY Fashion Week. Included is a $2,000 VIP shopping spree at the Tommy Hilfiger flagship store on Fifth Avenue to prep for the show. New York Fashion Week is held from February 9-16, 2012. The exact date of the fashion show is yet to be determined. If winner cannot shop at the Fifth Avenue store, arrangements can be made for the $2000 to be put on a gift card and used at another Tommy Hilfiger location. Gift of TOMMY HILFIGER 3006 Trip for Two to New Orleans, Louisiana for Five Days & Four Nights at the JW Marriott Hotel New Orleans with Economy Class Air, Including a Dinner Jazz Cruise, a Class at the New Orleans School of Cooking and a $200 Commander's Palace Gift Card Value $4,400 Opening Bid $3,100 There is so much to do in New Orleans, from the city’s Creole and Cajun cuisine, riverboat cruises up and down the Mississippi River, to simply enjoying the jazz that is inherent to the region. Take a lazy ride down the Mississippi in an authentic paddlewheel riverboat for a Creole buffet, and enjoy a meal at the renowned Commander's Palace! Your New Orleans adventure culminates during your class at the New Orleans School of Cooking, where you'll learn the basics of food, folklore and Louisiana cooking! Discover the acclaimed downtown New Orleans hotel blending distinct class with old world charm, at the Marriott. Positioned along the historically celebrated Canal Street in the center of the central business district, this New Orleans Hotel is seconds from legendary entertainment and renowned attractions, such as the famed French Quarter, Convention Center and Aquarium of the Americas. Savor two Southern dinners! Since 1880, Commander's Palace has been a New Orleans landmark known for the award winning quality of its food and many commodious dining rooms. Modern New Orleans cooking meets haute Creole in the kitchen, which prepares succulent cuisine with the flavor of distinctive Louisiana. You'll also step aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen and cruise into the night as you enjoy a lavish Creole buffet. The entertaining classes are held in a renovated molasses warehouse, built in the early 1800 in the heart of the French Quarter. The popular lunch classes include generous samplings of the demonstrated items as well as recipes, coffee, iced tea and beer. Your trip for two includes: • Round trip Economy Class air • 5 days/4 nights accommodations at the JW Marriott Hotel New Orleans • Daily complimentary American breakfast • All roomrelated taxes • $200 Commander's Palace Gift Card • Dinner Jazz Cruise, including a lavish Creole buffet • 3-hour class at the New Orleans School of Cooking • Free concierge reservation service First Class air available upon request. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/Gift Cards are not replaceable if lost, stolen, destroyed or expired. Airport taxes and fees are the responsibility of the passenger. Flights may not be upgraded with miles. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue. A 30 day advance reservation is required. Packages originate from the Contiguous US or Canada. No blackout dates. 3007 Wide World of Sports Value $2,000 Opening Bid $1,000 If you are a sports fanatic or live with one, then this package is for you! It will be as much fun for the winner as it will be for Dr. Fazzone and guests. You and one friend can attend the following sports events with Dr. Fazzone during the next 12 months – the gift that keeps on giving!! Box Seats to a NY Yankees Baseball game Big East Basketball game at Madison Square Garden Yale Bowl, which is Yale football for all non-sports people A Devil’s Hockey game at the Prudential Center Box seats near home plate at a Boston Red Sox baseball game at Fenway Park for the winner only Attending some of these events will be Bill Hale, Athletic Director; Kevin O’Connor, Faculty and Coach; John Tomasetti, CAPS Faculty and former Duchess County Football Standout. Gift of Roger Fazzone with cooperation from Jonathan Fazzone and Emil Panichi 3008 Trip for Two to Jackson Hole, Wyoming for Four Days & Three Nights at the Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole with Economy Class Air, Including a $400 Four Seasons Gift Card for Ski Lift Tickets Value $5,000 Opening Bid $4,100 Enjoy Four Seasons luxury with ski-in/ski-out access in Wyoming’s spectacular Teton Mountains. High in the Rockies, on the doorstep of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, the jagged peaks of Wyoming’s Teton Range rise abruptly over pristine forests, fast-running rivers and the broad, flat valley known as Jackson Hole. Wrapped in such splendour, this celebrated year-round outdoor playground offers invigorating mountain air, skies dense with stars, and an astonishing profusion of wildlife. Winter’s deep snows offer powder skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing and dog sledding for all skill levels. Or if you choose to go during the warmer months, you can take advantage of the spring and summer activities, which range from fly-fishing and river rafting to rock climbing, horseback riding, kayaking, mountain biking, golfing and tennis. But no matter what time of year you come, you can look forward to breathing in the fresh alpine air and marveling at the star-filled night sky, while luxuriating at the Four Seasons. All accommodations are generously sized and embody the spirit of a mountain retreat with dark wood and natural stone finishes, accented by leather insets. This inspirational setting supports a thriving theatre, art and music scene, while countless films have made the most of Jackson Hole’s magnificent alpine vistas. The town of Jackson, just 12 miles away, has a population of about 8,600, but many more visitors arrive regularly to experience the vast unspoiled wilderness and the romance of the Old West. Your trip for two includes: • Round trip Economy Class air • 4 days/3 nights accommodations at the Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole • Daily complimentary breakfast • All room-related taxes • $400 Four Seasons Gift Card for ski lift tickets • Free concierge reservation service First Class air available upon request. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/Gift Cards are not replaceable if lost, stolen, destroyed or expired. Airport taxes and fees are the responsibility of the passenger. Flights may not be upgraded with miles. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue. A 30 day advance reservation is required. Packages originate from the Contiguous US or Canada. Resort Blackout dates are February 16-21 and March 12-26, 2011. 3009 A Cruise Vacation for Two Aboard Royal Caribbean International to Alaska for Seven Nights in a Veranda Stateroom Value: $Priceless Opening Bid $3,900 Drink in the splendor of the seas as you make your way along the Alaskan coast, in and out of passages, past fjords, and miles and miles of wilderness. From the breathtaking sights of Hubbard Glacier to the pioneering spirit of Juneau, the gold-rush spirit of Skagway and the totem poles of Ketchikan, Royal Caribbean's Alaska is as rustic and romantic as one could ever imagine. And with ports such as Seattle and Victoria, British Columbia, Royal Caribbean showcases the quintessential character of the Pacific Northwest. From the pristine forests and the majestic mountains of the United States, to the unspoiled Alaskan wilderness, this is sure to be an unforgettable cruise. Quaint fishing villages and cosmopolitan cities combine for a unique glimpse into Alaska's character and culture. View the most dramatic Alaskan glaciers at the end of the narrow, twisting slice of ocean called Tracy Arm Fjord. The fever of the gold rush took over Skagway years ago, and still embracing its past, today the city has managed to preserve its frontier spirit with saloons and dance-hall venues. Ketchikan is known for a few things as well: being the jumping-off point for seaplane excursions into the Misty Fjords National Monument and its 2.2 million acres of wilderness nirvana, as well as being the ancestral home of the Tlingit tribe. You will make your way past Hubbard Glacier, nicknamed the "Galloping Glacier" because of its fast pace – faster than almost any other glacier on the continent. In 1986, Hubbard Glacier moved an average of just under 5.5 feet per hour. Sample Itinerary: Vancouver, British Columbia; Inside Passage (Cruising); Juneau, Alaska; Skagway, Alaska; Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska; Ketchikan, Alaska; Seattle, Washington. Your trip for two includes: • 7 night Alaska cruise on Royal Caribbean International • Seattle, WA; Seward, AK; Vancouver, British Columbia embark ports • Cruise fare for two as well as existing government fees and taxes (guests are responsible for incidentals they may wish to purchase while on the ship) • Standard recommended gratuities • Exciting destinations • Gourmet meals including 24-hour room service • Absolutely amazing entertainment daily • Luxurious spas at sea • A world of shipboard activities • Well-appointed accommodations in a veranda stateroom • State of the art health & fitness facilities • Convenient booking process when you are ready to make your travel plans, simply call the redemption service desk • Cruise has no expiration date • Round trip air and pre-hotel and post-hotel may be available for additional charge. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Passport required for travel outside the U.S. Price guaranteed when purchased by December 31, 2011. You may choose to pay a fee to add a 3rd or 4th guest to your stateroom. You can also apply the award value towards any other Royal Caribbean cruise by simply paying the difference between award value and lowest fare at redemption time (not applicable to any other promo code or promotion). Blackout dates are last 2 weeks of December including Christmas and New Year sailings 3010 Trip for Two to San Francisco and Sonoma, California for Three Nights at The Fairmont San Francisco and Three Nights at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa with Economy Class Air, Including a Private Winery Tour in a Chauffeured Luxury Sedan Value $6,100 Opening Bid $4,100 Get a taste for the best of Northern California during your stays in lively San Francisco and the serene Sonoma valley. The Fairmont San Francisco puts you in the middle of the excitement and is world-renowned for offering an awe-inspiring view of the city and the bay from high atop Nob Hill, while The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa provides you with the ultimate elegant oasis in the heart of California's cherished wine country. Indulge in a private 5-hour wine tour as you stroll through magnificent gardens and taste wines recognized as being among the best the world has to offer. Centrally located, The Fairmont San Francisco luxury hotel is a short cable car trip from bustling Downtown, Financial District, Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf. The Fairmont San Francisco hotel is located at the only spot in San Francisco where each of the City's cable car lines meet. Indulge in a leisurely stroll across the Golden Gate Bridge, or along the city's streets to admire its unique architecture. Chinatown is a mere two blocks from the hotel, and is filled with exotic shops, restaurants, herbalists, produce markets and temples. Set in the idyllic, world famous wine growing region abundant with local products, The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa features a signature Michelin award-winning restaurant, a treasured golf course set on 177 acres of rolling terrain, and one of the top spas in the country. For hundreds of years, ancient thermal mineral waters have graced the site of The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa. Today, the resort is proud to be one of the only luxury spa resorts in the country with its own source of thermal mineral water. Guests will savor the fruits of the wine country on a personalized five hour tour of the Sonoma Valley in a chauffeured luxury Sedan. Whether you are first-time visitors or veteran wine tasters, you'll enjoy an enlightening, fun-filled day in this picturesque region. The informative winery tour will be customized based on your individual wine preferences. Your trip for two includes: • Round trip Economy Class air • 3 nights accommodations at The Fairmont San Francisco • 3 nights at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa • Daily complimentary wine tastings in the hotel lobby of The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa • Complimentary bottle of wine in room upon arrival at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa * Daily complimentary breakfast • All room-related taxes • Private 5-hour winery tour in a chauffeured luxury sedan • Free concierge reservation service First Class air available upon request. Car rental available upon request. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel packages are non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Airport taxes and fees are the responsibility of the passenger. Flights may not be upgraded with miles. Travel is valid for 12 months from date of issue. A 30 day advance reservation is required. Package originates from the Contiguous US or Canada. No blackout dates. Maplebrook School & The Auction Committee Thank You For Your Generosity & Support Proceeds From Tonight’s Auction Go Towards the Dining Hall Construction And Forging the Future Capital Campaign Have A Safe Drive Home!!!