2015 Gala Journal - Xavier High School

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Founded in 1847, Xavier High School is
an academically rigorous, Catholic, Jesuit,
college preparatory school in New York City
that educates intelligent, motivated young
men of diverse backgrounds and means.
Our current enrollment is 1,074 students
from all five boroughs of New York City, parts
of New Jersey, lower Westchester and Long
Island. Xavier currently distributes $2.2M
in need-based financial aid to 36% of the
student body. For 168 years we have been
committed to making a Xavier education
accessible to all qualified, deserving applicants
and we will continue to do so with your help.
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SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR
CELEBRATE XAVIER SPONSORS
Maroon and Blue Sponsors
Daniel ’65 and Kathleen Denihan
Knight Sponsors
Bisogno & Meyerson LLP
Hatzel & Buehler, Inc.
CBRE
The Winter Family
Cullen & Dykman LLP
Alchemy Properties
Beyer Blinder Belle
16th Street Sponsors
James ’83 and Jennifer Coster
Lanning-Pavan Family
Dr. and Mrs. John G. Muller ‘75
Xavier Jesuit Community
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EVENT SPONSORS
Beer Donated by:
Bruce Caulfield ’73 and Tracks Raw Bar and Grill
Flowers Donated by:
Dennis and Doreen Miskimmon P’15
Interactive Media Donated by:
Whistlebox
Musicians:
Members of Xavier’s Blue Night Band, led by Dr. William Pace
GALA COMMITTEE
Gala Co-Chairs
Cathy Lago P’15
Eileen & Frank Shashaty P’14
Suzanne & John Muller ’75
Alumni Co-Chairs
Amy & George Joost ’98
Kristin & Stephen Winter ’04
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TONIGHT’S CELEBRATION
6:30-8:45pm Silent Auction
8:15-9:00pm: Program
Welcome and Raffle Drawing
John R. Raslowsky
Student Speaker
Cadet Colonel Kevin Moncrief ’15
Live Auction
James Sansevero P’17
9:30pm:
Evening Concludes
LIVE AUCTION
Join us for Xavier’s Live Auction. The auction will take place during
this evening’s program and will be led by James Sansevero P’17.
The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer will be the
winner of the item. The winner of the item will immediately
receive a formal agreement to sign for their item from one of
our live auction spotters as well as a certificate. Please bring the
certificate to the checkout table when leaving the event. All sales
are final, and there will be no exchanges or refunds on items.
Please be sure to read the specifications and restrictions carefully.
Silent and Live Auction purchases are tax-deductible on the
amount paid above the item’s listed value.
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LIVE AUCTION PRIZES
Lot #1
Baseball Clinic for Kids with the Great Mariano Rivera
Value: $4,000
Calling all Kids! You are invited to practice and train with New York Yankees
legendary pitcher, Mariano Rivera! Boys and girls grades 1-8 are welcome to join the
Closer for a day of baseball instruction and competition. Campers will participate
in games, stations, skill contests and will have the opportunity to win additional
prizes! Package Includes: Baseball instruction and competition with Mariano Rivera
for two(2) clinic participants; Two (2) Photo Opportunities; Two (2) Mariano Rivera
Signed Photos; Two (2) Camp T-shirts; Lunch for each participant. PLUS something
for the adults - now you and a guest will have the opportunity of a lifetime to meet
the legend himself, along with the Yankees future closer, Dellin Betances! PACKAGE
INCLUDES: Admission for two (2) guests into the “Yankee Closers” event
Photograph of you and your guest with Mariano Rivera/Dellin Betances. One (1)
hand-signed piece of memorabilia. Open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, and Question
& Answer session hosted by Yankees’ television play-by-play broadcaster Michael
Kay at three (3) hour event.
Event will take place on a TBD Saturday in April 2015 in Westchester, NY. Closers event
is at a TBD venue in NYC on a TBD date in Fall 2015.
Lot #2
Meet Some of Football’s Finest!
Donor: CBS Sports, Ken Mack
Value: Priceless!
Four people can meet and greet the members of The NFL Today team on CBS! The
NFL Today, CBS Sports’ NFL pre-game, halftime and post-game show, begins with
the first Sunday of the NFL season in September (12:00 NOON – 1:00 PM ET) and
reports compelling stories all season long. Watch the show and all the day’s games
at the CBS Broadcast Center (524 West 57th Street, between 10th & 11th Avenues).
Date and time to be mutually agreed upon by both parties during September, October or
November. December dates not available. Package is for four people only; no exceptions.
Lot #3
A Monday Night to Remember!
Donor: Salvatore “Sonny” Grosso
Value: Priceless!
Six people can join the generous Sonny Grosso on a Monday evening at Mr.
Grosso’s table at Rao’s. Rao’s is renowned for its jukebox, its quirky decor, its
unmatched hospitality and most of all, the spectacular Neapolitan cuisine. It’s also
notorious for being one of the most difficult restaurants in New York in which to get
a reservation. Year-long waits for one of its ten tables are not uncommon! Rao’s has
ten tables and one seating per evening and Mr. Grosso is the lucky owner of one of
these tables! Mr. Grosso spent twenty years with the NYPD, served as a technical
advisor on The French Connection and The Godfather, and has been involved in
many TV productions, including Top Cops, True Blue, and Night Heat. Mangia!
Six guests will join Mr. Grosso on a Monday evening mutually agreed upon by both
parties. Does not include the cost of the dinner.
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Lot #4
Bermuda’s Historic Pink Palace
Donors: The Fairmont Southampton Hotel; Frank and Eileen Shashaty
P’14; Rex Wyon Insurance
Value: $1,300
Enjoy a three-day, two-night stay in a deluxe room at the beautiful Fairmont
Southampton in Bermuda, which recently underwent a multi-million dollar
renovation. This full service resort is perched on 100 lovely acres at Bermuda’s
highest point and has a private beach, pool, tennis courts, spa, golf course, fitness
center and award winning dining in a selection of restaurants. Explore miles of
soft pink sand, tee off by the sea, or catch up on your reading by the pool! Winner
will also receive $500 toward the cost of two flights to Bermuda.
Valid February 1, 2015- February 1, 2016; excludes months of May and June. Subject to
availability and reservations are required. Taxes, gratuity, resort levy and incidentals are
not included. No cash value or substitutions. Certificate must be presented at check-in.
Lot #5
Start Spreading the News …
Donors: Friends of NY Nativity
Value: $4,000
You and three guests can watch the Yankees duke it out at home against the Mets
during the 2015 season on Friday, April 24th, Saturday, April 25th or Sunday, April
26th! The date will be mutually agreed upon with the ticket owner. You’ll watch
the Bronx Bombers from these Legend Seats in the first row adjacent to the
Yankee Dugout. You will delight in the premium amenities, including cushioned
seats with teak arms, in-seat wait service, concierge services, private restrooms
and a delectable selection of all-inclusive food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Exclusive access to the bi-level Legends Suite Club and two Legends Suite Dugout
Lounges helps make the Legends Suite the most coveted ticket in sports!
The Yankees play the Mets at home on April 24th to 26th during the 2015 season
and the date will be mutually agreed upon with the owner. Please note tickets were a
generous donation to Xavier High School and may not be resold.
Lot #6
Oceanfront Paradise in Quogue, NY
Donors: Daniel ’65 and Kathleen Denihan
Value: $5,000
Paradise found. Enjoy one week at the Denihan’s gorgeous oceanfront home
in Quogue, on the eastern end of Long Island. This recently renovated six
-bedroom and four- bathroom home sits on two acres and features a beautiful
pool, pool house and private beachfront access. Take a swim, put your feet
in the sand, read by the pool, or enjoy sunset cocktails with friends and family.
This is truly paradise!
Date must be agreed upon with owner. Home available anytime between May 1, 2015 and
June 15, 2015, or anytime between September 7, 2015 and December 31, 2015. Week
will run from Monday through Sunday. May not be carried over to 2016.
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LIVE AUCTION PRIZES
Lot #7
Dinner with the Jesuit Community
Donor: Xavier Jesuit Community
Value: Priceless!
The Xavier Jesuit Community is comprised of 15 men, many of whom work in
the school and parish and others who work outside 16th Street. Spend some
quality time with Xavier legends like Fr. Jim Keenan, SJ and Fr. Jack Replogle, SJ
‘51 and enjoy a home cooked meal with current Xavier teachers like Fr. Ralph
Rivera, SJ, Fr. Jim Donovan, SJ, Fr. Lou Garaventa, SJ, Fr. Jim Hederman, SJ and
other community members! Dinner for as many as eight guests.
Date must be mutually agreed upon.
Lot #8
HBO Set Visit
Donor: Terence Winter
Value: Priceless!
Bid to win a visit to the set of HBO’s new show rock and roll, from executive
producers Martin Scorsese, Mick Jagger and Terence Winter as well as an
introduction to the cast members filming that day. Showrunner Terence Winter,
creator of Boardwalk Empire, screenwriter of The Wolf of Wall Street, and
Writer/Executive Producer of The Sopranos, will serve as your host.
Must take place on a mutually agreed upon date. Filming begins in summer 2015.
Lot #9
The Next Garden Francise: Billy Joel
Value: $3,500
Enjoy two tickets for Madison Square Garden’s newest franchise: Billy Joel.
These two 100-level seats for Billy Joel’s monthly sold out shows – one of the
hottest tickets in town! You will also receive a signed Original Album framed
Collage. You won’t want to miss this incredible show!
Good for any of his May, June or July shows at MSG.
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LIVE AUCTION PRIZES
The silent auction has a great range of items, from sporting and
food to fashion, beauty and entertainment. We invite you to view
and bid on these items from 6:30pm-8:45pm.
The silent auction closes promptly at 8:45pm and check out begins
at 9:15pm.
Xavier accepts the following forms of payment: credit card (Visa,
Mastercard, American Express), check, or cash. You may check out
and collect items when departing. We kindly request that you take
all of your items with you this evening. All shipping will be at the
winner’s expense.
If you are a lucky winner this evening and your bid was above the
stated value of the item(s), you will receive a gift receipt from
Xavier High School by March 31, 2015.
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LIFESTYLE
100. A Handmade Xavier Treasure!
Donors: Emma Colageo & Joseph Milea P’15
Value: Priceless!
This one of a kind quilted throw (63” x 71”) was made with great love and
care by Annette Maragni and features the Xavier seal embroidered in the
corner. Maroon and Blue will see you through and keep you warm!
101. Front and Center at Xavier Graduation!
Donor: Xavier High School
Value: Priceless!
Is your son a Xavier senior? Then this is the package for you! Enjoy four front
row seats at Xavier graduation this June and have a bird’s eye view of Mr.
Raslowsky handing your son his Xavier diploma at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on
Thursday, June 11th.
102. Your Very Own Masterpiece
Donor: Kramer Portraits
Value: $5,500
Kramer Portraits combines the realism of a photograph and the distinct
richness of an oil painting. Each portrait is hand finished with oils and acrylics
to design a piece of original art. This certificate entitles the winner to a
Masterpiece Wall Portrait that is on canvas, 16”x20,” and hand finished with
artistic touches for color and highlights (unframed). There can be up to eight
people in the portrait.
Will be photographed at the Pierre Hotel on one of the following 2015 Dates: May
2nd and 3rd ; June 6th, 7th, 27th and 28th; July 11th, 12th; August 15th, 16th;
September 19th, 20th; October 3rd, 4th, 24th and 25th; November 7th, 8th,
21st and 22nd; December 27th, 28th, and 29th.
103. Original Watercolor Painting
Donors: Robert & Chisato Harding P’17
Value: $2,000
Enjoy this beautiful piece of artwork by Xavier parent and artist Robert
Harding P’17. He painted this lovely work just for Xavier. This is a terrific
addition to any home!
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104. Something for the Whole Family!
Donors: Kidding Around NYC, Inc.; Brooklyn Botanical Gardens;
Wildlife Conservation Society
Value: $310
After this long winter, are you looking for some fun outings indoors and out
for the entire family? Then this package of Brooklyn Botanical Gardens family
frequent visitor pass, four Bronx Zoo tickets, and Plan Toys Railway Station
is the package for you! The BBG Family Frequent Visitor Pass allows two
adults and children access to the garden for free for an entire year! The four
General Admission passes to the one and only Bronx Zoo give you the keys to
the wildlife kingdom! The Bronx Zoo has world-class exhibits such as Congo
Gorilla Forest, the Wild Asia Monorail, Tiger Mountain, and the newest exhibit,
Madagascar! The Railway Station is fully compatible with Thomas & Brio Trains
and also doubles as a storage box.
BBG pass expires one year from redemption. The Bronx Zoo tickets expire on
March 1, 2016.
105. Burn. Sculpt. Breathe. Evolve.
Donor: exhale
Value: $315
Relax your mind and re-energize your body in this soulful and athletic practice
that fuses flow yoga with intense core work for the ultimate mind body
experience. Sun-salutations and warrior poses are woven with sequences of
isolated thigh, arm, and ab work as you build the heat, then reward yourself
with a cooling savasana finish. This uplifting class will unleash your inner warrior
leaving you strengthened, stretched, and sweaty! Open to all levels.
106. Play it Again Sam (I mean, Colonel) …
Donor: LTC Roy Campbell, Xavier Senior Army Instructor
Value: Priceless!
Lieutenant Colonel Roy Campbell is not only the fearless leader of our Xavier
cadets, but also an exceptionally talented pianist. He will perform a piano
recital at the location of your choice for a small group of ten or a crowd of
one hundred.
Date and time to be mutually agreed upon by both parties.
107. Your Fitness EQ
Donor: Equinox
Value: $489
Are you ready to get fit in style in 2015? Then this all-access, three-month
membership to Equinox, New York’s premier fitness club with twenty-five
locations in the New York region, nineteen of which are in Manhattan, is all that
you need! Work out with state of the art equipment or try spinning or yoga or
fitness classes such as Cardio Sculpt, Red Carpet Ready, or Zumba!
Must redeem all- access membership by December 15, 2016.
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LIFESTYLE
108. Ohmmmmmmmm
Donor: Wilhyn Larsen Gonzalez P’18
Value: $600
Enjoy five private one-hour yoga sessions with a trained and experienced professional
at Namaste Yoga of Kensington, Brooklyn. Namaste’s goal is to maximize self
confidence and improve your physical and mental health in a positive, noncompetitive environment. Take the opportunity to revive, renew, and refresh your
mind, body, and soul.
Sessions available on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Expires June 25th.
109. Find Your Soul
Donor: SoulCycle
Value: $165
Enjoy five classes at SoulCycle - indoor cycling re-invented. Forty-five minutes is all it
takes to transform the way you look and feel. Get ready for fat-burning cardio, a fullbody workout, and choreography to work your core. Choose from eight different
classes for cyclers of all levels at their ten NYC locations.
Excludes Hamptons locations.
110. Savor the Flavor
Donors: Natalie & Dennis Maquiling P’13 ’18; Roger & Michele Corrado
P’11 ’18
Value: $700
Perfect for the cigar aficionado or novice alike. Enjoy 25 fine cigars and keep
them and your whole collection ready to enjoy at any time in this beautiful
personal humidor.
111. Pearly Whites
Donor: Dr. Joann DeLeonibus
Value: $395
Looking for a brighter smile? Enjoy a dental exam, full set of digital x-rays,
and a consultation with a hygienist in the office of Dr. Joann DeLeonibus in
Brooklyn Heights.
112. Art World Wise Guy
Donors: Federico Castelluccio
Value: $2,600
Two framed prints of works by actor and SVA trained painter, Federico Castelluccio,
known for playing “Furio” on The Sopranos as well as a signed photograph of
Castelluccio and Edie Falco. Castelluccio’s focus has been mainly on painting the
figure and still life as well as trompe l’oeil and landscape. He works strictly from life
and has drawn praise for his paintings and for his exceptional quality and high level of
technical ability. Castelluccio’s paintings have been exhibited in prestigious galleries
throughout the United States and Europe.
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113. He is Himself - Bestselling Author Matthew Thomas
Donor: Matthew Thomas
Value: Priceless!
Wow your friends when you bring Matthew Thomas, on-leave Xavier English teacher
and author of New York Times-bestselling novel We Are Not Ourselves to lunch or
your next book club gathering. Shortlisted for the Flaherty-Dunnan First Novel Prize
and longlisted for both the Guardian First Book Award and the Folio Prize, as well
as named New York Times notable book of the year and one the Washington Post’s
fifty best fiction books of the year, We Are Not Ourselves is a captivating read. Be
sure to have all your guests bring their copy of this powerful first novel for Matt to
autograph, welcome this bestselling author to lunch for you and four friends or for a
lively discussion with your book club.
Matt will join your group anywhere in the tri-state area on a mutually agreed upon date
before December 31, 2015.
114. Maroon & Blue Will… Keep You Warm
Donor: Claire MacDonnell Kelly
Value: Priceless!
This is a must-have for all those who bleed Maroon & Blue. Keep warm under
this handmade quilt made of all recycled materials! Xavier grandmother Claire
MacDonnell Kelly made this masterpiece from recycled merino, cashmere and
lambswool sweaters. In true Xavier colors, Maroon and Blue with a big Xavier
“X” on it.
115. College of St. Francis Xavier
Donor: Rev. Louis Garaventa, SJ
Value: Priceless!
Framed photo of Xavier’s 15th Street entrance taken by Xavier faculty member Fr.
Lou Garaventa, SJ. The entrance is still emblazoned with the school’s original name in
1847, The College of St. Francis Xavier.
116. AP or SAT II Review Courses
Donor: Regents Review
Value: $250
Does your student need some extra review for an SAT II exam or AP test? Then
let the folks at Regents Review help prepare him with a full review course this year.
Have a student not at Xavier? Regents Review can help them prepare for one of the
NY State Regents exams too! Redeem at any of their 10 locations in the 5 boroughs
and beyond..
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FASHION
200. Wine, Women & Shopping at Stuart Weitzman!
Donor: Stuart Weitzman
Value: $1,000
A woman can never have enough shoes! You and ten guests can enjoy an evening of
shopping at Stuart Weitzman. The winner will receive a complimentary pair of shoes
or handbag valued up to $500, and each of your guests will receive a 20% discount
on their purchases that evening.
Discount applied to full price merchandise only. Complimentary item is contingent
on hosting a party. Exclusions may apply. Good for one time use only through March
25, 2016.
201. Designs by Sevan Bracelet
Value: $600
Italian gold plated cubic zirconia double strand blue surgical quality rubber with paved
stones bracelet, pink quartz, amethysts.
202. A Coach Beauty
Donors: Lucille Sallustro-Tesoriero P’16
Value: $358
This gorgeous Coach bag is a true statement piece for any woman. Wrapped in
brown Signature C printed PVC coated canvas. The lined interior features a zippered
pocket and two open slip pockets, dual pull zippered top closure. The front is
accented with Coach’s logo lozenge, and the back has a small open slip pocket. There
are dual handles with a drop of about 5”, or use the longer, removable and adjustable
shoulder/cross-body strap.
203. Judith Ripka Sterling Ring
Value: $800
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Bright Nite small pear stone ring with white sapphires,
purple crystal and mother of pearl doublet.
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204. VIP Treatment at Calypso St. Barth
Donor: Calypso St. Barth
Value: $2,000
Take all your friends along for a shopping party at any of Calypso St. Barth’s five
NYC boutiques. Calypso St. Barth is a luxury lifestyle brand with a passionate
international following. Inspired by travel, culture and the arts, the brand reveals
unique and feminine pieces, which women of every age have come to love.
From exotic dip dyed caftans to luxurious cashmere cardigans, the brand’s
apparel and accessories are designed for women to endlessly mix and match
into countless combinations of effortless elegance. The brand’s luxury boutiques,
like its merchandise, offer a wonderfully refreshing sense of escape. Calypso St.
Barth’s namesake collection is displayed alongside carefully curated pieces from
international designers for an eclectic assortment with wide appeal. You’ll be
treated to up to $400 in Calypso merchandise and your guests will all receive a
VIP discount during the event.
Must be redeemed by June 25, 2015.
205. Must-Have Bendel Bag
Donor: Henri Bendel
Value: $650
Adorned with signature Henri Bendel hardware, the A-List Lizard Satchel is a chic
addition to your designer handbag collection this season. Crafted with handpainted, embossed Italian leather, this luxury lizard handbag has plenty of pockets
for your essentials and a removable crossbody strap for versatile carrying. A musthave for any Bendel Girl!
206. Just for Us
Donor: Xavier Parents’ Association
Value: $600
Custom-made “X” earrings, pendant and tie pin in 14K gold.
207. As Seen at Barney’s
Donor: Bianca Pratt P’17
Value: $550
Beautiful 10 karat gold saint necklace from jewelry designer Bianca Pratt P’17
whose pieces can be found at Barney’s and other fine retailers. The female Saint
Aparacida, or Our Lady Who Appeared, is the patron saint of Brazil, mothers-tobe, newborns, rivers and the sea, gold, honey and beauty.
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FASHION
208. Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Cushion Stone Earrings
Value: $1,000
Judith Ripka sterling silver cushion stone earrings with hearts, white sapphires and
mother of pearl doublet.
209. Coach Trio
Donor: Lucille Sallustro-Tesoriero P’16
Value: $368
This trio offers the perfect bag for any night on the town! Whether you need a
small wristlet for a quick drink, or a larger clutch for next year’s Celebrate Xavier
Gala, it will fit your needs for any evening occasion. Includes a large metallic
pouch, black zip wallet, and black and white small wristlet.
210. Tote it in Burberry
Donor: Puglisi-Scandone Family P’18
Value: $795
Get ready for Spring with this Burberry tote. Black cotton exterior with calf
leather trim and double strap handle. Interior has the Burberry plaid print with
zipper, slide and CP pocket. Made in Italy. It has protective metal feet in gold tone
hardware. Comes with dust bag and Burberry card.
211. Coach Times Two
Donor: Lucille Sallustro-Tesoriero P’16
Value: $266
Enjoy a sophisticated Coach wristlet with pink details. When you want more
color, switch over to the pink multicolor Peyton satchel.
212. Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Necklace
Value: $1,000
Judith Ripka sterling silver with 18k yellow gold pear drop necklace, 17” with
blue corundum.
213. Designs by Sevan 18k Yellow Gold Over Sterling Earrings
Value: $275
Designs by Sevan 18k yellow gold over sterling silver pear shaped earrings with
black onyx and small black onyx drops.
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BEAUTY AND GROOMING
300. DevaCurl Diva
Donor: Sabrina and Denis DaSilva P’17; DevaCurl Inc.
Value: $500
Become a DevaCurl Diva with this amazing package from DevaCurl. Enjoy a gift
basket with the complete line of DevaCurl products, including the DevaFuser hair
diffuser attachment and book, as well as a free curl set and lesson at Devachan Salon
in Soho.
301. Sisley-Paris Skincare
Donor: Sisley-Paris Boutique
Value: $800
Enjoy a wide array of skincare products and master class in makeup application and
skincare at Sisley-Paris’ new New York boutique in the West Village. The boutique
offers Sisley’s renowned beauty treatments within its spa room along with a private
make-up area. Treat yourself!
302. A Day of Beauty
Donors: Carlo Marco Studio Salon; Terry and Jackie Matthews P’15
Value: $500
Ladies, treat yourself to a day of beauty and luxury with a $350 gift card to Susan
Ciminelli Spa, one of New York’s premier spas, where you have a deluxe selection of
spa treatments to choose from. Then head downtown to Carlo Marco Studio Salon
for a consultation, haircut and styling.
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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
400. Broadway Weekend
Donors: Paramount Hotel; Richard Waxman P’17
Value: $900
Have a great NYC weekend with a stay for two at the Paramount Hotel and then
have two friends join you for the April 18 matinee of On the Town. The Paramount
makes a stylish, comfortable, and centrally located home base for all of your
adventures in New York City and for theater fans the Paramount’s location in New
York City’s famed Theater District is incomparable.
Please note tickets for On the Town are for April 18th performance only. Paramount
stay is based on availability. Any additional charges to be paid by guest. Expires Mar.
2016.
401. Your NYC Weekend Adventure
Donors: The Kimberly Hotel; Palm Too
Value: $1,450
Looking for a weekend of fun in New York? This package includes a two-night,
weekend stay at the Kimberly Hotel in a luxury one-bedroom suite with a full
breakfast in their rooftop restaurant each morning and a sail on the Kimberly’s yacht
if you choose to stay between May and September. It also includes a $150 gift card
to Palm Too restaurant whose menu features honest, satisfying dishes that reflect the
best of its Italian-American heritage – from prime aged steaks and jumbo Nova Scotia
lobsters to Italian classics like Chicken Parmigiana and Veal Martini.
Kimberly Hotel certificate valid until December 30, 2015 and is based upon certificate
availability with January 30th-February 2nd, September 22nd-25th, October 31stNovember 2nd, and December 2nd-13th and 31st as blackout dates.
402. It Shoulda Been You! Via Emilia!
Donors: William & Tomoe Mattiello P’17; Richard Waxman P’17
Value: $550
Enjoy dinner for four at Via Emilia, an exceptional Italian restaurant owned by Xavier
parents William & Tomoe Mattiello P’17 and specializing in authentic northern Italian
food from the Emilia Romagna Region. Via Emilia is on East 21st Street and offers the
largest selection of Lambrusco wine in the United States. Then head uptown to the
Brooks Atkinson Theatre on West 47th Street with your tickets to It Shoulda Been
You for the April 8th performance at 8pm of this brand new musical comedy.
Please note tickets for It Shoulda Been You are for April 8th performance only.
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403. Behind the Scenes Tour of “America’s Parish Church,” St.
Patrick’s Cathedral
Donor: Loual Puliafito ‘00
Value: Priceless!
For more than 130 years, St. Patrick’s Cathedral has graced the City of New York,
signaling welcome to all who seek tranquility and renewal in this turbulent and
fast-paced world. The Cathedral is in the process of a $175 million restoration.
In December, St. Patrick’s Cathedral revealed the finished 5th Avenue facade of
the Cathedral. Work continues inside. The projected completion of the project is
December 2015. Loual Puliafito ‘00, Director of Development at the Cathedral,
will give you and three guests a personal behind the scenes tour of the Cathedral
including key highlights of the restoration.
404. Welcome to CBS News!
Donors: Dickson Sheh and Debbie DeLuca P’15
Value: Priceless!
A private tour and so much more! Come and experience CBS News. Take a private
tour of the CBS Broadcast Center, including a visit to the 60 Minutes and CBS This
Morning studios. At the CBS Evening News, you’ll visit the set, tour the network
newsroom and watch a live broadcast of The CBS Evening News with Scott Pelley
from the control room! Following the broadcast, you’ll meet anchor and managing
editor Scott Pelley.
Tour date must be mutually agreed upon by both parties. Tour is limited to four people
and expires on March 25, 2016.
405. Calling all Classical Music Lovers!
Donors: Kate & Rick Owen P’18
Value: $500
20 Complimentary tickets to the April 22nd performance of the Camerata New
York orchestra at Merkin Hall near Lincoln Center. The program includes orchestral
masterpieces of Beethoven, Chopin, and others.
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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
406. Kinky Boots
Donors: Michael & Allison McCarry P’17; Marchi’s Restaurant
Value: $374
Enjoy one of Broadway’s hottest shows with these two orchestra tickets to Kinky
Boots on April 7, 2015 at 7pm. Before you head to the show, enjoy dinner for two at
Marchi’s! Marchi’s Restaurant is a family-owned-and-operated Italian restaurant that
has been serving quality, healthy dishes since 1930.
Marchi’s certificate excludes tax, tip, and alcohol.
407. Broadway, Baby (for Four)
Donor: Richard Waxman P’17
Value: $1,200
If your family loves musicals, then this is the package for you! Enjoy four tickets to the
April 1 matinee of Honeymoon in Vegas which the New York Times calls a “deeply
satisfying Broadway musical in a way few new shows are anymore.” Then take in
Matilda at 7pm on Tuesday, May 5, 2015. Time calls this the best musical since The
Lion King!
Tickets are for April 1 and May 5 performances only.
408. Broadway, Baby (for Two) …
Donors: Richard Waxman P’17; JoJo O’Grady ’91
Value: $700
You and a guest can enjoy drinks or dinner with a $100 gift certificate to Pennsylvania
6 located just east of 7th Avenue. The restaurant offers something for everyone
including a menu that has fresh, American-style food made from scratch, and an
extensive drink menu. Then head up to the Palace Theatre with two tickets to An
American in Paris on Tuesday, April 7th at 8pm.
Tickets are for April 7th performance only.
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SPORTING
500. USA Rugby Royalty
Donor: Mike Tolkin ’85
Value: Priceless!
Official jersey signed by the USA Rugby Men’s National Team that took on New
Zealand in the historic matchup in Chicago this past November, including Coach Mike
Tolkin ’85, Mike Petri ’02, and “Famous” Seamus Kelly ’09.
501. Fore! The Meadow Brook Club
Donor: Mike Driscoll ‘78
Value: $1,500
You and three friends can play a round of golf and lunch at The Meadow Brook
Club in Jericho, NY. Its first golf course was opened in 1894 and the current course
was designed by the famous Dick Wilson and inaugurated in 1955. It has been
host to regional tournaments such as the Metropolitan PGA Championships, the
Metropolitan Open and the Lightpath Long Island Classic.
Lunch and golf carts included. Weekdays only. Date must be mutually agreed upon by
both parties.
502. LGR!
Donors: Thomas & Paola Kusner P’16; Tim & Francesca McCann P’17
Value: $1,185
You and two guests can watch the NY Rangers continue their playoff push. These
are center ice club seats. Waiter service throughout the game, with full access to the
Club Bar and Grill before, during and after the game. Show your Ranger pride before
and after the game with a signed jersey and puck from the Blueshirts’ Captain Ryan
McDonagh, perfect to be displayed in your home or office.
Alcohol/liquor is not included. Game must be mutually agreed upon with donor.
503. All Time Saves Leader
Donor: Rev. William Keane ‘74
Value: Priceless!
Captured and donated by Rev. Bill Keane ’74, this very limited edition image is the
Final Pitch of Mariano Rivera’s record-breaking save #602. With a super-glossy, high
resolution finish, it is infused into 20x30 Archival Aluminum, and ready to hang.
It includes a CD-R with a small JPEG of the same image, establishing authenticity.
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504. Live the Suite Life at MSG
Donor: Jones Lang LaSalle; Tim & Francesca McCann P’17
Value: $4,000
You and five of your best buddies can experience exclusivity and luxury in a Suite at
the New York Knicks game on April 1. The suite creates the perfect environment for
active business socializing and enhancing your key relationships. Private entrances,
personalized service and a variety of premium menu and special offerings from MSG’s
Signature Chefs provide a unique Knicks experience. Enjoy this once in a lifetime
experience with all you can eat and drink as the Knicks take on the Nets in the Battle
of the Boroughs! Get excited for the game by adding a jersey and basketball signed by
Knicks star Carmelo Anthony to your memorabilia collection.
Tickets will be transmitted directly to winner via e-mail.
505. Hoop It Up With Basketball City
Donor: Basketball City
Value: $500
One week of classes at Basketball City. Each day students will participate in
comprehensive drill stations as well as play in competitive games. Classes also feature
guest lectures by college coaches and players, as well as an awards ceremony to end
the week. This is a must for any player trying to take their game to the next level.
Expires September 2015.
506. Golden Glove from the Golden Boy
Donor: HBO Sports
Value: Priceless!
This glove is certainly a collector’s item! It is signed by boxing great Oscar De La
Hoya, who was a 1992 Olympic gold medalist and The Ring’s “Fighter of the Year”
in 1995 and Ring Magazine’s top-rated Pound for Pound fighter in the world in 1997
and 1998. De La Hoya defeated 17 world champions and won ten world titles in
six different weight classes over his career. Glove comes with a signed photo and an
HBO Sports calendar and hat!
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507. Hit the Links at North Hempstead Country Club
Donor: Mike Driscoll ‘78
Value: $1,000
The magnificent North Hempstead Country Club, a landmark site of historical
splendor, offers the finer qualities of life. Established on Long Island’s beautiful and
serene Gold Coast in 1916, the Club features a tree-lined superiorly manicured golf
course designed by renowned architect A. W. Tillinghast, one of the most creative
and productive golf course designers ever known. Enjoy a round of golf and lunch at
this wonderful club!
Lunch and golf carts included. Weekdays only. Date must be mutually agreed upon by
both parties.
508. Pre-Season Prep for the Jets Fan!
Donors: Thomas and Lynne Gray P’15
Value: $2,500
Want to check out Brandon Marshall and the other latest additions to the Jets roster?
Then enjoy this package of three Luxury Lexus Club tickets, including a parking pass,
to two Jets pre-season games. The tickets are located in Section 240, Row 4.
Tickets will be mailed to winner at the beginning of the season.
509. Broadway Blueshirts
Donors: Terence Wernon; Tim & Francesca McCann P’17
Value: $1,096
You and a guest can watch Rick Nash and the Rangers take on the Ottawa Senators
on Thursday, April 9th. Watch the Blueshirts from second row club seats in section
105 with waiter service throughout the game. Full access to the Club Bar and Grill
before, during and after the game. Add to your collection of Ranger memorabilia with
a signed jersey and puck from Nash, one of this season’s top goal scorers.
Alcohol/liquor are not included.
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510. Yankee Legends
Donor: EvensonBest
Value: $1,600
Four Yankees tickets in first row Legends Seats on the first-base line. Access to the bilevel Legends Suite Club, and the Ketel One Lounge, located along the first-base line.
All-inclusive food and nonalcoholic beverages. Fine dining at the Legends Suite Club,
featuring performance-cooking stations, and at the Ketel One Lounge. In-seat wait
service and cushioned suite seats. Private restrooms and private entrance.
Valid for a mutually agreed upon date in the 2015 season. Excludes Red Sox and
Mets games.
511. Oakley Performance Eyeware
Donors: Jeff & Audrey Robertson
Value: $400
The most demanding sport professionals in the world have fueled 30 years of Oakley
innovation. Athletes have won more championships and medals with our sunglasses
than with any other single sport product on earth. Step up your game with the
Oakley Radar, a milestone in performance technology and Oakley Racing Jacket,
eyewear that craves the chaos of action sports.
512. The Catch
Value: $275
Autographed Photo of New York Giants All-Pro Wide Receiver Odell Beckham, Jr.’s
“The Catch” against the Dallas Cowboys.
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FOOD AND WINE
600. Host Your Own Wine Tasting!
Donor: Macari Vineyards
Value: $50
Are you a wine connoisseur? Looking to learn more? Then host your own wine
tasting! Macari Vineyards’ experts will walk you and three friends through an estate
flight tasting, allowing you to discover, discuss and enjoy your wine in a fun and
educational setting. Macari is located in Mattituck on Long Island’s North Fork, an
area known for its vineyards. You and your guests will also receive a 10% discount on
any wine purchases!
601. Union Square Café
Donor: Union Square Café
Value: $250
One of America’s most acclaimed and popular restaurants, Danny Meyer’s Union
Square Café serves robustly flavored, seasonal American cuisine in a relaxed setting of
casual elegance. Union Square Café’s iconic food and gracious hospitality changed the
restaurant landscape in New York City, and continues to set the bar for excellence
and innovation under the helm of Executive Chef & Partner Carmen Quagliata and
Managing Partner Sam Lipp. Enjoy a gift card for $250 and take advantage of this
opportunity to eat at this New York City icon before it closes its doors in December
.
602. Our Beloved Biagi!
Donor: Vincent Biagi, SJ ‘67
Value: Priceless!
Enjoy a delicious dinner for up to twelve people prepared with love in your home by
one of your favorite Jesuits, Fr. Vin Biagi, SJ ’67.
Date and time to be agreed upon by both parties and menu will be determined by
the chef!
603. Cheers to the Chateau
Donors: Matthew and Jane LaSorsa P’16; Cathy Lago P’15
Value: $950
Restock your bar with this generous $500 gift certificate to Heights-Chateau Wine
and Spirits on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. You can pick out your selections in the
store or order them online and have them delivered to your door. Xavier parent
and owner Matthew LaSorsa P’16 is also happy to offer suggestions based on your
preferences. Carry your new selections to your next party in a gorgeous Alto Wine
Bottle Picnic Tote from Dooney & Bourke.
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604. Downtown Delights
Donors: Cipriani; Ecco Restaurant
Value: $300
Enjoy some of the best dining downtown. You and three guests can dine at Cipriani’s
Rest 55 at 55 Wall Street and enjoy a $100 gift card to Ecco on Chambers street.
Cipriani offer is for weekdays only and does not include tax, alcohol or gratuity.
605. Fire up that Grill!
Donors: Donald and Maria Norako P’17; Adrienne Milea
Value: $375
Fire up that grill for some of the finest meat around! Xavier parent Donald Norako
P’17 helps to source high quality meats for some of the finest restaurants in New
York City and throughout the country. This package includes prime, dry meat that
has been aged for 21-28 days: four filet mignon (8 oz. each); two prime age porter
house steaks (2 lbs. each); four boneless prime aged shell steaks (12-14 oz. each); and
two prime age rib steaks (24 oz. each). Serve your carnivore’s delight on this lovely
Tozai marbleized platter.
Winner can redeem certificate at any time before March 25, 2016 and meat will be
delivered directly to your home.
606. Private Dining at Buckley’s
Donors: Buckley’s Restaurant
Value: $500
Private dining for 10 people at Buckley’s of Brooklyn. The Buckley family, including
James Buckley P’13 ’17 and Christine Strehle P’14 ’16 ’17, has a long tradition in
the restaurant business in Brooklyn providing the neighborhood with a gathering
place for family celebrations or just to meet with friends. Through many expansions,
Buckley’s remains as the neighborhood bar, restaurant, and catering hall where
you can enjoy good food, good cheer and good times served by a friendly staff in a
relaxed and elegant atmosphere.
Monday to Thursday only. Based on availability.
607. A Year of Coffee
Donor: Porto Rico Importing Company
Value: $2,548
Coffee is a wonderful thing. It wakes us up in the morning. It brings people together
through talk and socializing. It gets us going when we need a helpful boost. Enjoy this
gift card for one pound of coffee per week for one year from the one and only Porto
Rico Importing Company on Bleecker Street!
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608. Quartet of Kistler Chardonnays
Donors: John & Doris Martin P’16
Value: $294
Enjoy this quartet of Kistler Chardonnays (2001 McCrea, 2002 Durell, 2004 Hudson,
2004 McCrea) a California heritage selection that has been used for close to thirty
years. Each wine is produced in the same fashion, with the focus being on the
traditional techniques that elicit the earth driven, complex noble sulfides and resulting
minerality inherent in the fruit from each site.
609. Sample Two of NYC’s Finest!
Donors: Park Avenue Tavern; Cibo
Value: $250
You and a guest can use this certificate to enjoy lunch or dinner at Cibo on 41st
Street, offers contemporary American cuisine with Tuscan-inspired influences. You
can also treat three guests to brunch on a Saturday or Sunday at Park Avenue Tavern,
co-owned by several Xavier alums. Unlimited champagne and/or mimosas included!
Park Avenue Tavern Brunch is served on Saturday or Sunday 11:30 am - 3:00 pm.
610. Dinner with the Raslowskys!
Donors: Jack and Sarah Raslowsky P’16
Value: Priceless!
If he is not at his desk on 2L, you may spot Xavier President Jack Raslowsky cruising
around the Union Square Farmer’s Market to pick out fresh ingredients for dinner.
Jack, Sarah and the Raslowsky clan will host you and up to eight guests for a night of
great food, fun and conversation in Weehawken. Children are welcome!
Date and time to be agreed upon by both parties and menu will be determined by
the chef!
611. Double Magnum 2010 Ceretto Barolo Bricco Rocche
Donor: Sokolin, LLC
Value: $950
Add this hard to find double magnum to your collection! The 2010 Barolo Bricco
Rocche is understated, eloquent and extremely elegant. The 2010 expression aspires
to the highest level of Nebbiolo craftsmanship. This wine is like a musical prelude:
Those soft harmonies that build in momentum and volume before the whole
symphony begins. The Ceretto wines are nothing short of irresistible.
612. Pour Your Own Beer Party!
Donor: Park Avenue Tavern
Value: $240
If you want to do something fun, new and different with friends then this is the item
for you! Enjoy a pour your own beer party for four people at Park Avenue Tavern.
You can pour your own beer for two hours from the built-in table top draught beer
system and each table is equipped with three taps. This package also includes two
appetizers per person.
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AUCTION DONORS
Jock & Roseann Avolio P’18
Henri Bendel
Rev. Vincent Biagi, SJ ‘67
Brooklyn Botanical Gardens
Buckley’s Restaurant
Calypso St. Barth
LTC Roy Campbell
Carlo Marco Studio
CBS News
CBS Sports
Cibo
Cipriani
Roger & Michele Corrado P’11 ’18
Sabrina & Denis DaSilva P’17
Dr. Joann DeLeonibus
Kathleen & Daniel Denihan ‘65
DevaCurl Inc.
Michael Driscoll ‘78
Ecco Restaurant
Equinox
EvensonBest
exhale
Fairmont Southampton Princess Hotel
Friends of NY Nativity
Rev. Louis Garaventa, SJ
Thom & Lynne Gray P’15
Sonny Grosso
Robert & Chisato Harding P’17
HBO Sports
Jones Lang LaSalle
Rev. William Keane ‘74
Claire MacDonnell Kelly
Kidding Around NYC, Inc.
The Kimberly Suite Hotel
Kramer Portraits
Thomas & Paola Kusner P’16
Cathy Lago P’15
Wilhyn Larsen P’18
Matthew & Jane LaSorsa P’16
Ken Mack
Dennis & Natalie Maquling P’13 ‘18
Marchi’s Restaurant
Jackie & Terry Matthews P’15
William Mattiello P’17
Tim & Francesca McCann P’17
Michael & Alison McCarry P’17
Adrienne Miliea
Joseph Milea & Emma Colageo P’15
Donald & Maria Norako P’17
Kate & Rick Owen P’18
Palm Too
Paramount Hotel
Park Avenue Tavern
Porto Rico Importing Co.
Bianca Pratt P’17
Puglisi-Scandone Family
Loual Puliafito ‘00
Jack & Sarah Raslowsky P’16
Rex Wyon Insurance
Jeff & Audrey Robertson
Lucille Sallustro-Tesoriero P’16
Sisley-Paris Boutique
Sokolin LLC
Soul Cycle
Matthew Thomas
Michael Tolkin ‘85
Union Square Café
Via Emilia Restaurant
WALK FM
Bill & Monica Watt P’17
Richard Waxman P’17
Stuart Weitzman
Terence Wernon
Wildlife Conservation Society
Terence Winter
Xavier High School
Xavier Parents’ Association
Eli Zabar
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AUCTION SOLICITORS
Roseann Avolio P’18
Wilhyn Larsen P’18
Valerie Blasi P’16
Matthew and Jane LaSorsa P’16
LTC Roy Campbell
Alexandra MacDonnell P’18
Meg Castellano P’17
Dennis & Natalie Maquling P’13 ‘18
Coco Cocoves P’16
Terry & Jackie Matthews P’15
Emma Colageo P’15
William Mattiello P’17
Michele & Roger Corrado P’11 ‘18
Mark Mongelluzzo
Rev. James Croghan, SJ
Paul Mongelluzzo
Sabrina and Denis DaSilva P’17
Donald Norako P’17
Kathleen & Daniel Denihan ‘65
Richard Owen P’18
Janice Dias P’18
Bianca Pratt P’17
Daniel Dougherty
Jack & Sarah Raslowsky P’16
Michael Driscoll ‘78
Christine Rivera P’18
Shawna Gallagher Vega
Chiara Scandone-Puglisi P’18
Rev. Louis Garaventa, SJ
Maria Campitiello Good P’16
Debbie DeLuca Sheh & Dickson Sheh P’15
Susan Grossi P’15
Christine Strehle P’14 ‘16 ‘17
Robert Harding P’17
Michael Tolkin ‘85
Rev. William Keane ‘74
John ‘86 & Margaret Tringle P’16
Thomas & Paola Kusner P’17
Jennifer Vecchio P’17
Cathy Lago P’15
Stephen Winter ‘04
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES
John C. Meditz ‘66, Chairman
Daniel J. Denihan ’65, Vice-Chairman
John R. Raslowsky II, President
Rev. Vincent L. Biagi, S.J. ’67
Joseph J. Buongiorno ‘75
Rev. Gregory Chisholm, S.J.
Susan Conniff
James J. Coster, Esq. ‘83
Joan Countryman
Rev. James P. Croghan, S.J.
Michael J. Driscoll, Ed.D. ‘78
Paul M. Enright ’91
Gerald P. FitzGerald ‘58
Rev. Peter M. Folan, S.J.
Robert A. Haskins ’77
William P. Kelly ’91
Dennis J. Langley ’70
James P. Morgan, M.D. ‘82
Kenneth R. Nolan ‘65
Michael J. O’Rourke ‘91
Peter Seccia ’85
Rev. Anthony P. SooHoo, S.J.
Raymond A. Whiteman ‘77
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SPECIAL THANKS
The students, faculty and administration of Xavier High School would like
to extend their deepest thanks to all who have helped to make Celebrate
Xavier 2015 a wonderful evening.
We’d like to especially thank our Gala Co-Chairs, Cathy Lago P’15, Frank
and Eileen Shashaty P’14, Suzanne and John Muller ’75 and our Alumni
Co-Chairs, George Joost ’98 and Stephen Winter ’04. We’d also like to
thank our fantastic Gala Committee of dedicated Xavier parents, especially
committee members Roseann Avolio P’18, Emma Colageo P’15, Natalie
Maquiling P’13 ‘18, Lucille Sallustro-Tesoriero P’16, and Jennifer Vecchio
P’18 for the incredible amount of time, energy and enthusiasm they put
into this event. We are grateful to our Xavier Board of Trustees for their
exceptional support of the 2015 Celebrate Xavier Gala.
Thank you to Dr. Bill Pace and members of our Blue Night Band for
the wonderful music, as well as our event sponsors Bruce Caulfield ’73
and Tracks Raw Bar & Grill, Doreen and Dennis Miskimmon P’15 and
Whistlebox. Special thanks to David Geaney ’96 and Sokolin LLC for hand
picking our wonderful selection of wine for this evening, as well as Michael
LeFort and Tamara Kowal of Mammalfish, Inc. for their creative work in
developing and designing Blueprint for Success!
We are thankful to all the members of the Xavier High School faculty and
staff who volunteered to work at the event and helped to make this evening
a success!
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2015 Gala Journal - Xavier High School

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