2012 Benefit Journal
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2012 Benefit Journal
1 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 8:30AM Registration and Continental Breakfast for Tennis Players at the Courts 9:00AM Tennis Program begins with Professional Instruction 10:30AM Brunch at the Club House Terrace (continues until 1:00PM) 11:00AM Tennis Exhibition Match with Mats Wilander 12:00PM Golf Tee Time (shotgun start) Hole #5, 185 yds. (Hole-in-One for Set of Diablo Irons and Closest-to-Pin Challenge) Hole #9, 164 yds. (Hole-in-One for 2 Domestic Roundtrip Tickets and Tour GCX Beat-the-Pro) Hole #10, 175 yds. (Hole-in-One for a 3-year lease on a 2013 Porsche 911 Carrera from Porsche of White Plains and 50/50 Challenge Hole) Hole #13, 234 yds. (Hole-in-One for Sharp Flat Panel LCD TV) Hole #16, 430 yds. (Longest Drive for Men and Women) 12:30PM Tennis Competitions and Tournament Play 5:30PM Cocktail Reception, Live Music and Silent Auction 7:30PM Dinner 8:15PM Honorees Ceremony 8:30PM *Live Auction* 2 IN MEMORY of those who lost their battle with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) from October 2011 – October 2012 Erik Joseph “EJ” Carfi Nathaniel Caruso Christopher Gray Saad Hussain Jessica Joiner Chloe Jones Evelyn Jo Kell Seth Knuth Nicholas Moore Richard Nihiba Tripp Roth Quinn Seymour Leila Smalls Those who passed away and their families will not be forgotten as continues to search for a cure. 3 “Epidermolysis Bullosa… the worst disease you’ve never heard of.” -Brett Kopelan, Executive Director debra of America A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR On behalf of the debra of America Board of Trustees and my fellow committee members, please accept our sincere gratitude for your support of the 14th Annual Mats Wilander Tennis & Golf Benefit. As a direct result of your generosity, we are able to accomplish two very important objectives. First, we are able to support the innovative research that will lead to treatments and a cure for Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). Second, it enables us to provide the supportive services and the programs intended to ease the inherent burden of living with “the worst disease you’ve never heard of.” We at debra appreciate your support in achieving our goal of a world without this horrible disorder. It truly is my privilege to honor two incredible people this year, Philip Reilly, MD, JD and Courtney Roth. Each has had, and will continue to have, a profound effect on the EB community. Philip is an accomplished entrepreneur, writer and investor who championed the single largest investment, into a treatment for EB. Courtney became the voice of those suffering with EB when she garnered national attention writing about her daily struggles caring for her child, Tripp. Unfortunately, Tripp lost his battle with EB in January of this year. As you enjoy your evening, we ask that you take a moment to remember those that have lost their battle with EB and to reflect on those that are suffering now. Your generosity will help us eradicate this disease and ease the burden of living with it. The cost of doing nothing is too great. Be a part of the cure. Thank you for your generosity this evening. Sincerely, Brett Kopelan Executive Director Father of Rafaella, “Rafi,” 5-year-old girl with RDEB of America 4 ABOUT debra OF AMERICA AND EPIDERMOLYSIS BULLOSA (EB) The Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa Research Association of America (debra) was founded in 1980 and is the only national not-for-profit organization dedicated to funding research and providing services and programs for those with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) - “the worst disease you’ve never heard of.” To learn more, visit debra.org. debra is dedicated to finding a cure for EB, which affects one out of every 50,000 live births in the United States. EB is a genetic disorder characterized by chronic painful blistering and tearing of the skin from the slightest friction or trauma. The skin and mucous membranes are so fragile that there is severe blistering – both inside and outside the body. There is no cure or treatment. The only options are pain management, daily wound care and bandaging. Imagine your child living with, "the worst disease you've never heard of" 75% of their body covered in blisters or open wounds Needing up to 6 surgical procedures a year so they can swallow liquids Bandages costing more than $10,000 per month Of those born with EB in 2010, 21% are no longer with us Severe forms of EB cause patients to live with constant pain and suffering. The worst forms lead to eventual disfigurement, disability and often early death. There are many patients who are diagnosed with milder forms which, while they can be extremely difficult to live with, are non-disfiguring and non-lethal. EB affects both men and women of all races and ethnic groups. Sometimes, it occurs as the result of a spontaneous genetic mutation when there is no family history. Research is making progress towards treatments, and hopefully an eventual cure for Epidermolysis Bullosa. 5 HIGHLIGHTS OF OUR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES New Family Advocate Wound care products and informational packets about medical supplies and issues related to EB are sent to all new families. An experienced caregiver visits the home of new parents to train them in the care of an EB child. EB Nurse Educator Our nurse is available by email at [email protected] or by phone at (866)-DEBRA-RN for EB families, the general public and the professional community to answer questions and provide guidance. As EB patients experience secondary complications, the nurse will discuss treatment options, palliative care, wound care and clinical trials in progress, as well as give physician referrals. Wound Care Clearing House Wound care supplies are sent to those who cannot afford them. These specialized, non-adherent bandages and other necessary supplies can have a retail cost in excess of $10,000 per month. In many cases, private insurance, Medicaid or Medicare do not cover the entire cost. We distribute more than $350,000 worth of supplies a year. Family Crisis Fund debra provides financial assistance to families for expenses related to the care or treatment of someone with EB, their insurance deductibles, co-insurance or co-pays. Smile Fund We try to bring a little joy into EB patients’ lives, one smile at a time. Similar to wish granting, debra awards an EB applicant a mini wish every month. Applicants ask for a plethora of things, like a webcam or an iPad. Patient Care Conference (PCC) debra hosts a biennial conference where EB families can come, free of charge, to meet with clinicians who are specialists in EB and researchers who are looking for treatments and a cure. The primary investigators discuss ongoing or planned clinical trials, while clinicians inform about trends in EB care. 6 CONGRATULATES 2012 HONOREES Philip Reilly, MD and Courtney Roth The Reservations Team can be reached at 877-868-7453 or via email: [email protected] For information on TOUR GCX private golf memberships, contact: Linda Johnson, Senior Vice President, 646-496-0077 or [email protected] 7 STAFF Brett Kopelan, Executive Director Karen Bjornsti, Development & Events Associate Kelsey Dashiell, Programs & Services Manager Casey Fitzpatrick, Events & Communications Director Rita Garson, Finance Director Geraldine Kelly, EB Nurse Educator Karen Wertheimer, Chief Development Officer BOARD OF TRUSTEES Kathleen Brown Faith Daniels, President Angela Christiano, Ph.D. Charlee Miller, Treasurer Richard Gallagher, Jr., Secretary William Cornman Alan Shalita, M.D., Chairman SAB Gregg Cuvin Tom Gillespie Frank Kacmarsky Brett Kopelan Robert Meirowitz, M.D. Laurence Miller, M.D. Thomas Misisco Leslie Rader Jeanne Roccon Rohm Daniel Siegel, M.D. Alexander J. Silver Jouni Uitto, M.D., Ph.D. James Wetrich, FACHE Sonya Wilander SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY BOARD Gary Bellus, MD, Ph.D. The Children’s Hospital, Denver John C. Browning, M.D. University of Texas Health Science Center Anna L. Bruckner, M.D. University of Colorado at Denver Angela Christiano, Ph.D. Columbia University Richard A.F. Clark, M.D. SUNY Stony Brook Elizabeth Connelly, M.D. University of Miami School of Medicine Jonathon Alden Dyer, M.D. University of Missouri Health Care Ervin Epstein, Jr., M.D. Children's Hospital Oakland Research Institute Nancy B. Esterly, M.D. Medical College of Wisconsin Jo-David Fine, M.D., M.P.H. Vanderbilt University Elaine V. Fuchs, Ph.D. Rockefeller University Sharon Glick, M.D. SUNY Downstate Medical Center Paul Honig, M.D. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Gerald S. Lazarus, M.D. Johns Hopkins University Moises L. Levy, M.D. Baylor College of Medicine Anne W. Lucky, M.D. Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Joseph McGuire, M.D. Stanford University School of Medicine Laurence Miller, M.D. Kimberly D. Morel, M.D. New York-Presbyterian Hospital Amy Paller, M.D. Children's Memorial Hospital Chicago Francis Palisson, M.D. La Universidad del Desarrollo, Chile Ellen Pfendner, Ph.D. GeneDx Elena Pope, M.D. Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto Neil S. Prose, M.D. Duke University Medical Center Juliette Prendiville, M.D. University of British Columbia Dennis Roop, Ph.D. University of Colorado Denver Laurence Schachner, M.D. University of Miami School of Medicine Tor Shwayder, M.D. Henry Ford Hospital Daniel Siegel, M.D. Long Island Skin Cancer and Dermatologic Surgery, P.C. President, American Academy of Dermatology Mary Spraker, M.D. Emory University Jouni Uitto, M.D., PhD. Thomas Jefferson University Timothy Wright, D.D.S. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brett Kopelan 8 FOUNDER Arlene Pessar, R.N. CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2012 HONOREE PHILIP REILLY, MD, JD Venture Partner, Third Rock Ventures Board Member, Lotus Tissue Repair Trustee, Cornell University Philip Reilly is the champion of the world’s largest single investment into EB research. He is an accomplished entrepreneur, author, teacher and scholar. Philip is a Cornell University Trustee and has twice served (2000 & 2003) as the President of the American Society of Law, Medicine and Ethics. He is a founding fellow of the American College of Medical Genetics, the author of six books, and frequently speaks about genetics, the future of medicine and bioethics. Dr. Reilly has held numerous teaching positions at Tufts University School of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, and Cornell University and has served as adjunct professor of both legal studies and biology at Brandeis University. He holds an MD from Yale University, a JD from Columbia University, is a member of the Massachusetts Bar and is board certified in internal medicine and clinical genetics. 9 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2012 HONOREE COURTNEY ROTH Mother of Tripp Roth website: “EB”ing a Mommy May 14, 2009 was the happiest day of Courtney Roth's life. Tripp, her first child, was born. Unfortunately, that day was also when her life changed forever. Tripp was diagnosed with Junctional-Herlitz EB and Courtney was told by physicians that he wouldn’t live a year. Tripp was strong, meticulously cared for by Courtney (a trained LPN), and had an incredible support system. However, two years and eight months later on January 14, 2012, Tripp lost his battle with EB. In Tripp’s short life, Courtney became a single stay-at-home mom, author of a very popular blog, winner of awards and an inspiration to thousands including Kevin Clash, the creator of Elmo. Her poignant and emotionally gripping writings of life with Tripp and the struggle of EB garnered national attention with over eight million page views on her blog "EB"ing a Mommy, over 16,000 Facebook followers, her story on ABC television and a profile in Reader’s Digest. 10 11 12 13 14 Congratulations to . and its Dedicated Employees You Make a Better World. Joyce and Don Hofmann 15 16 17 PROUD TO SUPPORT The only national non-profit dedicated to finding a cure for Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) "the worst disease you've never heard of." TimberRidge Associates, LLC Providing quality apartments, retail and office space to Fairfield County since 1965 18 19 20 BE A PART OF THE CURE EVERY TIME YOU SHOP! The Capital One® Platinum Visa® Credit Card By using this card, our organization receives: $50 after your first purchase 2% of your purchases on gas and groceries 1% of all other purchases Up to 10% of purchases made at select online merchants! All proceeds are divided between debra’s Family Crisis Fund & Smile Fund APPLY TODAY: debra.org/creditcard 21 The Board of Trustees would like to thank Warren Buhle, Paul Nunnari & Timothy Wiebe for their years of dedicated service. The organization will miss their wisdom and caring. They advocated for EB over the years, and we wish them the best of luck and health. 22 23 SILENT & LIVE AUCTION This year, debra of America will be using BidPal to wirelessly automate our Silent Auction. At the dinner check-in table, guests will receive a BidPal device. This will provide uninterrupted access to the Silent Auction, enabling you to bid on items or donate to debra from anywhere, at any time during the event. If you need assistance using your device, please look for a debra volunteer or member of the BidPal team. Bidding is secure, anonymous and fun for everyone! AUCTION RULES The Silent Auction will begin at 5:30PM and end at 8PM. The Live Auction will begin at 8:30PM. During the Live Auction, the Auctioneer has the right to determine increments on each item. Certain items will not be sold below the stated minimum. debra of America reserves the right to withdraw any item, at any time before or during the auctions. All sales are final. There are no exchanges, substitutions or refunds on the auction items. All Auction items are sold “as is” subject to the conditions and restrictions stipulated by the donor. Descriptions and values are approximate. debra of America makes no warranty or guarantee. Where applicable, the dates, times and other details related to item retrieval must be arranged with the donor unless otherwise noted. Items with an expiration date must be used within the designated timeframe or the winner forfeits the item. All items must be paid in full immediately after being awarded to the highest bidder at the close of the auction. All items won must be retrieved on the evening of the event. Any exceptions must be arranged with a debra employee at the time of payment. 24 LIVE AUCTION 001. PINE VALLEY GOLF CLUB FOURSOME | Pine Valley, NJ Winner receives: ★ You + 3 guests will play 18-holes of golf at Pine Valley Golf Club ★ Includes lunch in the Club House Pine Valley Golf Club is a members-only, private golf course located in Southern New Jersey’s Pine Valley. It has been ranked as the #1 course in the world repeatedly by Golf Magazine and Golf.com. The course is praised for the consistent level of challenge and conditioning on each hole, requiring thoughtful placement of the ball from tee to green, and more specifically correct placement on approach shots to the green due to significant swales and undulations. Among its many accolades, Pine Valley has arguably the best collection of par fives and par threes in the world. The course prides itself in being one of the toughest challenges in all of golf, with a slope of 155 from the championship tees. Pine Valley's trademarks are the par three 5th hole, which requires a well-placed 220 yard slightly uphill drive over a lake into a small and sloped green, "Hell's Half Acre" (a barren wasteland on the par five 7th hole which is probably the largest non-sea-side bunker in the world), "The Devil's Asshole" (an extremely deep bunker on the par three 10th hole), and the famous par four 18th, which incorporates many different elements of the golf course into a spectacular finishing hole. Guests will play with member Don Scanlon, and the day will include lunch in the Club House. Date to be determined. MINIMUM BID: $3,000 Value: Priceless Donor: Don Scanlon 25 002. LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN VIP BACKSTAGE TOUR & OVERNIGHT Winner receives: ★ (2) VIP tickets to the "Late Show with David Letterman" and a Backstage Tour by Alan Kalter ★ One night at The Lowell Hotel Late Show with David Letterman is an Emmy award-winning late-night talk show hosted by David Letterman. The show's music director and band-leader of the CBS Orchestra is Paul Shaffer; and Alan Kalter is the show’s official announcer. In 2014, Letterman will surpass Johnny Carson and become the longest tenured late-night talk show host in history. Win your chance to sit in the live studio audience, watch a taping and take an exclusive backstage tour led by Alan Kalter after the show. Date to be determined. The Lowell Hotel is located on Manhattan's Upper East Side (28 East 63rd), steps from museums and world-renowned Madison and Fifth Avenue shopping. From the architecture to the service, Lowell reflects discreet aristocratic and understated European elegance. The management runs this NYC-European haven like a "pied-a-terre", a home away from home. Home of the Post House Restaurant. MINIMUM BID: $1,000 Value: Priceless Donors: Alan Kalter, The Lowell Hotel 003. NEW YORK GIANTS ON-FIELD TICKETS Winner receives: ★ (2) NY Giants tickets on the 40-yard line to the Giants vs. Eagles game ★ (2) On-Field Pre-Game Passes, includes Parking Pass Date/Location: Sunday, December 30, 2012 at 1PM. MetLife Stadium Watch Eli Manning and the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants take on the Philadelphia Eagles in the final game of Regular Season. This longtime rivalry began when the Eagles were founded in 1933, and according to ESPN, it is one of the fiercest and most well-known rivalries in the football community. Includes special passes to walk on the field. MINIMUM BID: $2,000 Value: Priceless Donors: Chris & Kathleen Mara 004. (4) VIP NEW YORK GIANTS TRAINING CAMP TICKETS Winner receives: ★ (4) VIP passes to one NY Giants Training Camp practice ★ Lunch or dinner in the team’s Cafeteria Date/Location: Summer 2013. Albany, NY or East Rutherford, NJ Every summer, the New York Giants draw tens of thousands of fans to watch their preseason practices. Spend a day watching Eli Manning, Victor Cruz and the Super Bowl Champion Giants get in shape for the NFL’s 2013-2014 season. Includes lunch or dinner in the team’s Cafeteria. MINIMUM BID: $2,000 Value: Priceless Donors: Chris & Kathleen Mara 26 005. $5,000 ROBERTO COIN PRIVATE SHOPPING SPREE AT WILSON & SON JEWELERS Winner receives: ★ A private shopping experience for you and a guest at Wilson & Son for exclusive Roberto Coin jewelry. Includes champagne and lunch. ★ May choose either NY location: Scarsdale (18 Chase Road) or Mount Kisco (29 South Moger Avenue) Get glamorous with a $5,000 Roberto Coin shopping spree at Wilson & Son Jewelers. Bid on this rare opportunity to indulge in your passion for jewelry and select a fabulous wardrobe of premiere Roberto Coin jewelry. A glamorous cocktail ring or a dash of diamonds for your ears – the possibilities are endless! Wilson & Son Jewelers will host you and a guest for a private shopping experience in either of their boutiques in Scarsdale or Mount Kisco, New York. While enjoying champagne and light bites, you will be presented with the unique collection from Italian Jewelry designer Roberto Coin. Peruse and select your favorite 18K gold design crafted in Vicenza, Italy at your own private trunk show! Learn about the “Story of the Ruby,” which is the exclusive signature of every jewel by Roberto Coin. The ruby is dedicated as a secret gift of good wishes to every woman lucky enough to wear one of his exclusive creations. You are well on your way to the ultimate jewelry wardrobe. MINIMUM BID: $2,000 Value: Priceless Donors: Roberto Coin, Wilson & Son Jewelers 006. SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA OCEAN-FRONT GETAWAY Winner receives: ★ (2) nights at The Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel ★ (2) roundtrip domestic JetBlue tickets Enjoy laid-back luxury and contemporary comfort at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel (1700 Ocean Avenue). Southern California provides a sunny beachfront setting and sensational ocean views; Loews provides signature service and gracious hospitality. You’ll savor every moment. Ocean & Vine restaurant, features Californian style farm-totable cooking and some of the most prestigious Californian Vineyard wines. Hotel features the newly transformed Ocean Spa with signature eco-friendly treatments. Amenities include: Oceanfront pool with expansive decks and outdoor fire pits, signature Ocean & Vine restaurant, Papillon Lounge and Blue Streak poolside service, ecofriendly Ocean Spa complete with four treatment rooms for body and facial services, award-winning fitness center, full-service beauty salon featuring Blow salon's self-titled hair care line and its proprietary blowout, and direct access to the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica Pier. MINIMUM BID: $1,500 Value: Priceless Donors: Loews Corporation, JetBlue 27 007. A NIGHT AT MoMA & THE LONDON | NYC Winner receives: ★ (2) nights at The London NYC hotel ★ (2) VIP Tickets to the private MoMA exhibition opening for artists and special guests to see Tokyo 1955–1970: A New Avant-Garde (6th floor) and Artist's Choice: Trisha Donnelly (5th floor) [includes open bar] ★ Dinner at The Modern (value: $200) Date: Tuesday, November 13, 2012 The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) was founded in 1929 in Midtown Manhattan, NYC and is dedicated to being the foremost museum of contemporary art in the world. MoMA's unparalleled library and archives hold over 300,000 books, artist books, and periodicals, as well as individual files on more than 70,000 different artists, including; Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, Vincent van Gogh, Salvador Dalí, Andy Warhol and Pablo Picasso. The Modern, located inside MoMA is one of the top-ranked fine dining restaurants in the world and was awarded the Michelin star. It features the original French-American cuisine of Alsatianborn Chef Gabriel Kreuther, with desserts by Marc Aumont. The London NYC is a grown-up boutique hotel in the heard of Manhattan. Combining a genuine cosmopolitan style with uncanny utility, it offers exceptional suite accommodations. The hotel places you in the center of New York's cosmopolitan hub. Fifth Avenue shopping, Broadway theatres, Carnegie Hall, Central Park, and MoMA are mere steps away. As Manhattan's tallest and perhaps 'best-situated' city hotel, The London NYC affords rare and stirring vista views of Central Park and the city skyline. The Concierge Service further elevates your experience by securing you access to the best of NYC. Home of awardwinning Gordon Ramsay restaurant and The London Bar. MINIMUM BID: $1,000 Value: Priceless Donors: Nicholas Ruiz (MoMA), Dino Lavorini (The Modern), Ovation Corporate Travel (The London NYC) 008. VACATION FOR FOUR WITH JETBLUE TICKETS Winner receives: ★ (4) roundtrip domestic JetBlue tickets Been dreaming of a family vacation to Disney World, or a relaxing getaway to the beaches of Puerto Rico? A wild weekend in Las Vegas? Maybe a trip to see the stars in Hollywood or to wine country in Napa Valley? Hit the slopes in Colorado or catch Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Travel to any exciting destination in the United States. Win 4 roundtrip tickets from JetBlue Airways - providing free TV, snacks, legroom and award winning service to over 50 U.S. cities. Tickets have no blackout dates! MINIMUM BID: $1,000 Value: $7,000 Donor: JetBlue 28 009. THE METROPOLITAN OPERA LIVE VIP DRESS REHEARSAL & OVERNIGHT | NYC Winner receives: ★ One night at The Lowell Hotel ★ (2) VIP tickets to a Metropolitan Opera dress rehearsal at NYC’s world-renowned Lincoln Center ★ Dinner for two at The Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar and Grill at Columbus Circle (value: $300) Date: To be determined. The Metropolitan Opera, now in its 129th season, is a vibrant home for the most creative and talented artists, including singers, conductors, composers, orchestra musicians, stage directors, designers, visual artists, choreographers and dancers from around the world. Known as the venue for the world’s greatest voices, the Met Opera has been under the musical direction of James Levine since 1976. Maestro Levine is credited with having created one of opera’s finest orchestras and choruses. The Lowell Hotel is located on Manhattan's Upper East Side (28 East 63rd), steps from museums and world-renowned Madison and Fifth Avenue shopping. From the architecture to the service, Lowell reflects discreet aristocratic and understated European elegance. The management runs this NYCEuropean haven like a "pied-a-terre", a home away from home. Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill pairs dazzling sushi and sashimi with a multitude of cooked dishes, such as Blue Ribbon's signature Asian Fried Chicken and Surf & Turf. MINIMUM BID: $1,000 Value: Priceless Donors: Nabil Chartouni, The Lowell Hotel, Blue Ribbon Restaurants (Elizabeth Frumin) 010. MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs) VACATION Winner receives: ★ (2) VIP Tickets to the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) ★ (2) roundtrip domestic JetBlue tickets The MTV Video Music Awards (commonly known as the VMAs) is a live awards show on MTV honoring the best in music, artists and videos of the year. Often called the "Oscars for youth", the show draws millions of viewers from teens to 20-somethings each year. The “Moonman” statue has become a coveted award for platinum-selling artists and has featured show-stopping performances from artists such as Britney Spears, Pearl Jam, Katy Perry, Eminem, Lady Gaga, Green Day, Christina Aguilera and Jay-Z. Controversy is nothing new to the VMA’s. At the first VMA’s in 1984 at Radio City Music Hall, the show opened with pop-legend, Madonna performing her iconic hit "Like A Virgin" wearing a combination bustier/wedding gown and rolling around the stage. The annual VMA ceremony is usually held in mid-September and broadcast live on MTV. The VMAs have been held in New York, Los Angeles, Miami and Las Vegas. The 2013 city and date have yet to be determined. MINIMUM BID: $2,000 Value: Priceless Donors: Richard Eigendorf (MTV Networks), JetBlue 29 011. MATS WILANDER PRIVATE TENNIS LESSON Winner receives: ★ One hour tennis lesson with Mats Wilander, a former #1 in the world, with seven Grand Slam singles titles and the 2002 inductee into The International Tennis Hall of Fame. Date/Location: To be determined. From 1982 through 1988, Mats Wilander won seven Grand Slam singles titles (three at the French Open, three at the Australian Open and one at the US Open) and one Grand Slam men's doubles title (at Wimbledon). He won three of the four Grand Slam singles events in 1988 and finished that year ranked #1 in the world. Wilander is one of only five men to have won Grand Slam singles titles on grass courts, hard courts, and clay courts. Wilander won his fourth Grand Slam singles title at the age of 20, the youngest man in history to have achieved that feat. MINIMUM BID: $2,000 Value: Priceless Donor: Mats Wilander 30 A-LIST TABLE Located next to the Martini Bar in the Card Room 101. Woodford Reserve Bourbon Whiskey – Labrot & Graham Distiller’s Select (750ML) Etched debra logo bottle signed by the master distiller, Chris Morris (featured profile in the Wall Street Journal and rated 90-95 points by Wine Enthusiast). The first sniffs detect restrained, lightly roasted kernel/bean-like scents. The bouquet opens up as aromas of saddle leather, tobacco leaf and walnut come to the fore. Palate entry is semisweet, candied and creamy. By midpalate, the taste includes pepper, welcome spirited heat, oak resin and caramel corn. Ends showing the delicate side of Bourbon. The flavor is big – 90.4 proof and can be served neat or with minimal water. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: Priceless Donor: Leslie Rader 102. Winged Foot Golf Club – 18 Hole Golf Outing & Lunch – Mamaroneck, NY You + 2 guests will play 18-holes of golf at Winged Foot Golf Club's "West" or "East" course. (you choose!) Rated #22 in the world by Golf.com. Guests will play with member Bruce Fitzpatrick, and the day will include lunch in the Grill Room. Winged Foot is among a dozen or so courses in the world where, at the end of the round, it is said the player could not even begin to suggest architectural improvements or to complain about an indifferent hole. As Dave Marr, who worked under Claude Harmon there for many years, was fond of saying, “Winged Foot has the eighteen best finishing holes in golf.” MINIMUM BID: $500 Value: Priceless Donor: Bruce Fitzpatrick 103. The Colbert Report & Dinner at O’Casey’s Restaurant & Irish Pub – 2 VIP Tickets – NYC "The Colbert Report" premiered on Comedy Central on October 17, 2005 and has garnered ratings and critical success as one of the top shows on television. Since its inception, the series has received a prestigious Peabody Award for Excellence in Broadcasting (2008) and 18 Primetime Emmy nominations. Stephen Colbert is the host, writer and executive producer of the award-winning series, as well as an accomplished author and actor. In 2010, Colbert and his writing team won the show's second Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or Comedy Program. You can’t buy these priceless tickets! Includes lunch or dinner gift certificate to O’Casey’s Restaurant & Irish Pub (22 East 41st St.). MINIMUM BID: $400 Value: Priceless Donors: The Colbert Report, O’Casey’s Irish Pub 104. American Ballet Theater (ABT) Private Dress Rehearsal Viewing Overnight – 2 VIP Tickets & 2 Nights at 70 Park Avenue Kimpton Hotel – NYC American Ballet Theater (ABT) is one of the foremost dance companies in the world, with a roster of spectacular principle dancers and an unparalleled repertory. It has an annual eight-week season at the Metropolitan Opera House Lincoln Center, and tours around the world the remainder of the year. American Ballet Theatre was founded in 1937 by Mikhail Mordkin and is recognized as one of the world's leading classical ballet companies. ABT is the parent company of the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School, and was recognized as "America's National Ballet Company" in 2006 by the United States Congress. This exclusive and priceless Auction item includes 2-nights at the luxurious 70 Park Avenue boutique Kimpton Hotel. MINIMUM BID: $400 Value: Priceless Donors: Julie Kent-Barbee (ABT), Ryan Poteet (Kimpton Hotels) 31 105. LIVE! with Kelly & Michael – 4 VIP Tickets – NYC Be one of the first audience members to see Kelly Ripa co-hosting with her brand new morning TV partner, Michael Strahan. Former New York Giants football player, Strahan won the Super Bowl ring in 2008 and will be Ripa’s permanent co-host. The former Giants defensive end was among the 59 co-hosts who have filled-in since the departure of Regis Philbin, who hosted "LIVE!" for 28-years before departing last November. The franchise's remarkable run, extraordinary ratings, and one-of-a-kind segments unrivaled on daytime television have made “LIVE!” one of TV’s most outstanding success stories. It has won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show and Outstanding Talk Show Hosts. MINIMUM BID: $200 Value: Priceless Donor: Evelyn del Cerro (ABC-TV) 106. Late Night with Jimmy Fallon – 2 VIP Tickets – NYC Win 2 VIP tickets to what The New York Times calls "the most enjoyable late-night show." The Emmy Award-winning “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” has become the go-to destination for comedy, music and A-list talent. A Saturday Night Live alum, Fallon brings a fun new energy to NBC with his personalized interview style, love of audience participation, spot-on impersonations and innovative sketches. The show consistently garners attention for viral videos, audience games and prominent guests such as Tom Cruise, Paul McCartney, Gwyneth Paltrow and Justin Timberlake. Fallon was honored with a 2012 People's Choice Award for Favorite Late Night Host and the show was celebrated with three 2011 Emmy nominations, including the show's first nominations in the series and writing categories. "Late Night's" website also earned a 2009 Webby Award and the same year, Fallon himself received the "Webby Person of the Year" Award. MINIMUM BID: $200 Value: Priceless Donor: Jamie Bederman 107. Westchester Country Club – 18 Hole Golf Outing & Lunch – Rye, NY You + 3 guests will play 18-holes of golf on one of the Walter Travis designed courses at Westchester Country Club. The courses have been hosting PGA tournaments since 1963, beginning with the Thunderbird Classic. Guests will play with member Don Scanlon, and the day will include lunch in the Club House. MINIMUM BID: $500 Value: Priceless Donor: Don Scanlon 108. Day of Disney on Ice: Rockin’ Ever After – Newark, NJ You + a guest will sit in a private box suite and experience the beauty, sparkle and spirit of the world famous "Disney on Ice presents: Rockin’ Ever After” spectacular at the Prudential Center on Saturday, November 17. Get tangled up in the newest show to hit the ice, featuring professional figure skaters dressed as Disney cartoon characters in performances that each derive their music and plot from elements collected from the Disney animated feature films; Brave, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid and Tangled. All of your favorite princesses take the ice in a spectacular finale at this ultimate Disney princess event of a lifetime! Includes gift certificates for lunch at Eppes Essen Deli in Livingston and dinner at Peter’s in Milburn, NJ. MINIMUM BID: $200 Value: Priceless Donors: Atlantic Tomorrow’s Office (Tickets), Eppes Essen Deli (Lunch), Peter’s restaurant (Dinner) 32 109. The Granted Wish 8 Bedroom/9 Bath Beachfront Home Vacation – Emerald Isle, NC “The Granted Wish” (5717 Ocean Drive) is a gorgeous beachfront home that will provide endless hours of relaxation and fun along the Emerald Isle shore, part of the Crystal Coast located on the Bogue Banks of the Atlantic Ocean. Includes a private pool/hot tub with indoor/outdoor stereo system, outdoor kitchen/grills and new tiki bar. Five oceanfront master suites, a modern kitchen, fireplace, movie theater, game room w/ pool table and Xbox, eleven TVs/DVD players, central air/heat, garage and an elevator. Access to boat launch facility. Available for off-season dates. MINIMUM BID: $1,500 Value: $5,000 Donors: Emily and George Guthrie 110. South African Heritage Photo Safari for 2 – Zulu Nyala, Africa Experience the magic of South Africa – 6 days/6 nights lodging, 3 meals daily prepared by international chefs and 2 guided game viewing tours each day. Winner chooses from 4 different accommodations; Luxury Hemingway-style Tents, Heritage Safari Lodge, Nyati/Ndlovu Lodges, or Zulu Nyala Lodge. Situated in the heart of Zululand and St. Lucia/Sodwana Bay Marine Reserve/Lubombo Corrido – one of the richest wildlife conservation regions in Africa. Take extraordinary photographs while experiencing the thrill of up close viewing of some of the most spectacular wildlife on the continent. Professional game rangers will take you on guided tours in open viewing vehicles throughout the Zulu Nyala reserve and to the set locations from the feature film, “I Dreamed of Africa” (2000). Auction item does not include airfare. MINIMUM BID: $1000 Value: $4,950 Donor: Zulu Nyala 111. Jessica Leigh 14kt Diamond Earrings by Dana Rebecca Designs With more than 100 inlaid diamonds, these teardrop earrings are the ultimate way to add sparkle to an outfit. Crafted in 14kt white gold and featuring 1.17 carats of diamonds, they were listed on Oprah’s “2010 Ultimate Favorite Things” list. The pure brilliance of these elegant diamonds will illuminate the face with every sparkly twinkle. For pierced ears. MINIMUM BID: $750 Value: $1,900 Donor: Nancy Daley 112. Private Studio Photo Shoot by Dirty Sugar Photography – Brooklyn, NYC A two-hour private photo shoot (headshot, engagement, family portrait or high fashion) with makeup by celebrity makeup artist Julia Dalton-Brush at Dirty Sugar’s Brooklyn, NY studio. Includes a USB drive of high resolution images. MINIMUM BID: $300 Value: $1,100 Donor: Dirty Sugar Photography, Julia Dalton-Brush 113. Trapshooting Day for 5 – Willow Wood Gun Club – Mahopac, NY You + 4 friends will enjoy a Saturday afternoon of shotgun trap shooting and lessons at Willow Wood Gun Club in Mahopac, NY. Learn proper technique and range etiquette from a trained instructor, followed by a friendly tournament with your guests. The day will include gun rental, shells and targets for all participants. Willow Wood is one of the oldest trapshooting clubs in New York. The club is situated on 82 acres in Putnam County, a 1 and ¼ hour drive north of NYC. MINIMUM BID: $300 Value: $1,000 Donor: Kathy Brown 33 114. Private Yoga Class for 10 – Power Yoga for Sport DVD Set – You Choose Location You + 9 of your friends will be treated to a private Yoga class by coach and fitness instructor, Gwen Lawrence. You pick the venue – and Gwen will come to you! Gwen’s unique combination of dance, massage and yoga training experience, coupled with her extensive knowledge of anatomy and nutrition, provides her clients with overwhelming results. Gwen is the yoga instructor for NY Yankees baseball players and is the team yoga instructor for the NY Giants, NY Knicks, NY Red Bulls and NY Rangers. Gwen was named to Westchester’s “2010 Best List” and was featured in ESPN Magazine as the “Best Innovation in Sports Medicine.” Winner receives a mat and Power Yoga for Sport DVD set. MINIMUM BID: $300 Value: $1,000 Donor: Gwen Lawrence 115. Doral Arrowwood Golf Weekend for 2 – Rye Brook, NY Nestled in the heart of 114 acres of trees, rolling hills, open meadows, and ponds, Doral Arrowwood offers an array of resort activities to relax and unwind. This picturesque retreat features restful lodging, delicious dining, and the ultimate test of golf on the Robert von Hagge-designed Doral Arrowwood Golf Course - named by experts as one of the most difficult nine-holes in the country, featuring von Hagge's trademark shadows, bunkers and water hazards. Includes a Saturday night hotel stay for 2, breakfast at the award-winning Atrium restaurant and 18-holes of golf. MINIMUM BID: $200 Value: $400 Donor: Jack Schwartz 116. Mohegan Sun Resort/Casino – Overnight Stay & Dinner for 2 – Uncasville, CT Mohegan Sun is the second largest casino in the United States with 364,000 sq. ft. of gaming space situated on 240 acres along the banks of the Thames River in Connecticut. Mohegan is your destination for casino excitement surrounded by top entertainment, gourmet dining, premier shopping, and a luxury hotel. During your stay, enjoy dinner at either Todd English’s Tuscany or Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain. Dine on the terrace in front of the Taughannick waterfalls, while enjoying the flavors of Italy at celebrity chef, Todd English’s Tuscany. Bar Americain celebrates foods from across America with a healthy dose of the bold flavors that reality TV personality Bobby Flay is known for. Dinner Certificate valued at $100. MINIMUM BID: $200 Value: $400 Donor: Mohegan Sun 117. Tommy Armour Golf Signed/Framed Lithograph & Custom Framing Certificate – Wilton, CT Framed (35”x25.5”) and matted signed lithograph of Tommy Armour by artist Bob Crofut, includes a $100 certificate for any custom framing project from Gateway Art & Framing in Wilton, CT. Recognized for his extensive research and the unique ability to evoke the emotional atmosphere of the past, Crofut’s work has appeared in such magazines as National Geographic, Time, and Golf Digest. His series of paintings depicting golf legends down through time has become one of Crofut’s most sought after and treasured works. The rich heritage of our golfing history has been brought to life in the timeless style that has become the distinctive trademark of the artist’s work. Art valued at $300. MINIMUM BID: $150 Value: $400 Donor: Kathy Brown 34 SILENT AUCTION ART 201. Ken Dorros Oil Painting An original painting of a winter scene in Glastonbury, CT by artist Ken Dorros. Titled: "Downstream Thaw" (20"x16”). MINIMUM BID: $200 Value: $750 Donor: Ken Dorros 202. Barbara Flamm Original Art Original artwork from Barbara Flamm. Titled: "Tree at Lake." MINIMUM BID: $150 Value: $600 Donor: Barbara Flamm 203. Bradford Renaissance World Renowned Portraiture Bradford Rowley is widely recognized as one of the top portraitist in the world today. This gift certificate entitles the winner to a 20” museum quality portrait of their family or individual at their studio in White Plains, NY. MINIMUM BID: $300 Value: $3,000 Donor: Bradford Renaissance Portraits 204. Roz Udow Print Framed print by award-winning printmaker, Roz Udow. MINIMUM BID: $125 Value: $500 Donor: Barbara Flamm 205. Deluxe Scrapbooking Kit This exciting gift basket includes everything you'll need to craft a beautiful and unique scrapbook, with vintage rubber stamps. Includes a print of a butterfly for inspiration. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $350 Donors: Stampin' Up, Leslie Rader, Kathy Brown BEAUTY 301. Peter Thomas Roth Skin Care Basket The Peter Thomas Roth philosophy is simple: breakthrough formulas and astonishing results. Enjoy this gift basket of skin care products and be amazed by your new look. MINIMUM BID: $250 Value $750 Donor: Peter Thomas Roth 302. Botox by Dr. Valerie Overton of Scarsdale, NY Receive one Botox Cosmetic Treatment in one area with a two week follow up at the Scarsdale, NY practice. Choose from one of the following areas: frown lines, crow's feet or forehead. MINIMUM BID: $200 Value: $500 Donor: Dr. Valerie Overton, M.D. 35 303. CHANEL Cologne CHANEL Les Exclusifs Colognes: Eau de Cologne (200ml; for men). Includes notes of neroli, bergamot, citrus, musk, and vetiver for a sunny, citrus scent. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $175 Donor: Casey Fitzpatrick 304. Dermalounge Medical Spa Gift Package A complete Skin Care Package from Skin Ceuticals and Dermalounge Signature Products; which firm, plump, nourish, smooth and revitalize exactly where it's needed most. MINIMUM BID: $300 Value: $700 Donor: Jackie Smith 305. DermAvance Gift Basket A collection of high quality innovative anti-aging beauty products from DermAvance. These facial skin rejuvenation products will enhance the health and appearance of your skin. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $350 Donor: DermAvance Pharmaceuticals 306. Devra Bader Day of Beauty in Scarsdale, NY Devra Bader provides luscious skin-care treatments, makeup and fabulous gift items. This gift certificate entitles the bearer to an Algo Marine Facial and White Tea & Ginger Pedicure. MINIMUM BID: $75 Value: $180 Donor: Devra Bader Beauty Spa 307. Exhale Mind Body Spa in NYC Exhale Spa offers unparalleled, transformational mind body programs within an inspiring yet relaxing sanctuary. This gift certificate entitles the bearer to 10 rejuvenating Mind Body Classes. New York Magazine’s “Best of New York 2010.” MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $315 Donor: Exhale Mind Body Spa EXPERIENCE 401. Chelsea Piers in NYC Four gold passports to Chelsea Piers in NYC, including day passes to the health club, rental at the golf club, skate rental, batting cages, bowling and admission to Toddler Adventure Center. MINIMUM BID: $60 Value: $240 Donor: Chelsea Piers NYC 402. Day of Beauty at The Westchester Enjoy a day of pampering with a blow-out from Halcyon Day Spa, an Elizabeth Arden Facial, and lunch at The Cheesecake Factory. MINIMUM BID: $60 Value: $215 Donors: Halcyon Day Spa, Cheesecake Factory (Catherine Brewster), Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa 36 403. Deluxe Family Portrait Session in Greenwich, CT A Deluxe Family Portrait Session will allow you to capture everyone’s beautiful smile. Includes an 11”x14” custom print. MINIMUM BID: $200 Value: $800 Donor: Jack Dog Studio 404. Food and Wine Festival in Greenwich, CT Two VIP tickets to the Greenwich Food and Wine Festival on Saturday, October 6. Includes valet parking, and access to the VIP tent with lounge, full bar, special treats and more. Visit greenwichfoodandvine.com. MINIMUM BID: $125 Value: $500 Donor: Serendipity Magazine 405. Have Your Child Be a Star A "Have Your Kid Be a Star" photo session to be featured in a future issue of Serendipity Magazine. Includes a one year magazine subscription. Date and location to be determined. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: Priceless Donor: Serendipity Magazine 406. Hot Yoga in Westchester, NY Enjoy a gift certificate to YogaSpa, which is Westchester County’s first hot yoga studio. Offers many styles, levels and classes including Bikram, Vinyasa and Boot Camp. Open seven days a week. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $110 Donor: YogaSpa 407. Interior Design In-Home Consultation in Westchester County Spruce up your décor with this one hour in-home Design Consultation from Paris Interiors, a company with over 20-years of design experience in traditional, contemporary, country French and vintage modern design. Good throughout all of Westchester County. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $150 Donor: Paris Interiors 408. Private Beauty Party in Scarsdale, NY You + 7 friends will enjoy this Private Beauty Party, which includes mini-facials, make-overs, gift bags, and gift vouchers for everyone. Champagne provided. MINIMUM BID: $200 Value: Priceless Donor: Space Nk Apothecary 409. Soul Cycle 5-Class Series in Scarsdale, NY SoulCycle's full-body workout has revolutionized indoor cycling and taken the world of fitness by storm. Enjoy a 5 class series that burns calories and gets your heart pumping. MINIMUM BID: $40 Value: $160 Donor: Soul Cycle 410. Spa Day in Greenwich, CT Enjoy a relaxing day in Greenwich, CT. Includes lunch for two at Elm Street Oyster House and a $100 gift certificate to Allura Salon and Day Spa. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $150 Donors: Elm Street Oyster House, Allura Salon and Day Spa37 411. The Rock Club Climbing Session for 5 in New Rochelle, NY You + 4 friends will enjoy a one hour climbing session at the tri-state area's largest indoor rock climbing gym. Includes equipment rental and instructor. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $122 Donor: The Rock Club 412. VIP Wine Tour for Two on Long Island Experience the vineyards of Long Island! Enjoy VIP wine tastings for two at Pindar Vineyards and Duckwalk Vineyards on Long Island. Additionally, enjoy a Fresh Market gift basket and gift certificate to Sherry-Lehman Wine and Spirits in Manhattan. MINIMUM BID: $75 Value: $200 Donors: Pindar Vineyards, Duckwalk Vineyards, Sherry-Lehmann Wine and Spirits, Fresh Market 413. Welcome to Fall Gift Basket Snuggle up for the season in a cozy wool afghan from Linda Joy Creations. Includes a designer pillow, a gift package from Tea Embassy, fair trade organic house blend from Green Mountain Coffee and Cartier’s signature stationary. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $300 Donors: Tea Embassy, Green Mountain Coffee, Linda Joy Creations, Leslie Rader, Nicholas Ruiz KIDS 501. Girls Day Out in NYC Enjoy a Tea Party for two at Alice's Tea Cup in NYC with full high tea service, including tea, sandwiches, scones, and dessert! Alice in Wonderland will appear as a special guest at your party (lasts 1.5 hours). You will also receive a gift certificate for two to the American Girl Doll Cafe in NYC. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $415 Donors: Alice's Tea Cup, NY Princess Party, American Girl 502. Nintendo 3DS Bundle, Blue (1) Experience incredible game play featuring real 3D graphics, built-in motion sensor and gyro sensor. The 3DS also features a 3D camera, two screens, adjustable stylus, and a 2GB SD memory card. Includes Super Mario 3D Land. MINIMUM BID: $60 Value: $230 Donor: Nintendo of America Inc. 503. Nintendo 3DS Bundle, Pink (2) Experience incredible game play featuring real 3D graphics, built-in motion sensor and gyro sensor. Includes Mario Kart 7. MINIMUM BID: $60 Value: $230 Donor: Nintendo of America Inc. 504. Hugg-a Planet Giant Stuffed Globe Learn, play and sleep with the Super Hugg-A-Planet Earth Fabric Globe. This globe has gone as far as the space station with the Astronauts! MINIMUM BID: $25 Value: $90 Donor: Hugg-a-Planet 38 505. UV Skinz Family Pack The whole family can enjoy the sun and stay safe with these 3 Kids and 3 Adult UV Skinz Shirts. MINIMUM BID: $75 Value: $224 Donor: UV Skinz LUXURY 601. Tory Burch Bag This beautiful Tory Burch oversized leather bag comes in Venetian navy blue and will elegantly contain your personal belongings. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $450 Donor: Tory Burch (The Westchester) 602. Dooney & Bourke “Florentine Satchel” Handbag This classic bag includes one inside zip pocket, two spacious inside pockets, and a cell phone pocket. Bag is lined, with a zipper closure, feet, and strap. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $398 Donor: Dooney & Bourke 603. Elisabetta Ricciardi Earrings Enjoy these sparkly and pearly earrings from the Elisabetta Ricciardi Jewelry Collection, handmade in Tuscany. These beautiful earrings are crafted from crystal and precious metal. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $150 Donors: Sam Lehr Designer Jewelry 604. Fashion Fever Outfit Look fierce in a limited edition Lauren Hampton belt with a one-of-a-kind buckle, Lilly Pulitzer patterned silk scarf, and a beaded mid-length necklace. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $200 Donors: Leslie Rader, Lilly Pulitzer, Kathy Brown 605. His and Hers Sunglasses Be a stylish duo with this pair of women's Bebe sunglasses and men's Tommy Bahama sunglasses. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $240 Donor: VSP Visionwear 606. Juicy Couture Package This gift package from Juicy Couture includes a studded handbag, wallet and a change purse with key ring. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $314 Donor: Juicy Couture 607. Oakley Sunglasses Oakley Sunglasses start with sculptural physics and their unique three-point fit. Peer through the lenses and see the vast array of performance treatments and tints that take the elements out of play. MINIMUM BID: $75 Value: $150 Donor: Luxottica 39 608. Prada Sunglasses These Prada Aviator sunglasses offer 100% U.V. Protection. Includes case and cloth. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $300 Donor: Chris Santorsola MEMORABILIA 701. New York Rangers Memorabilia Package A hockey stick signed by Michael Sauer and a hockey puck signed by Marc Staal. Both players are defensemen for the NY Rangers. Includes a signed photo of Carl Hagelin, left wing for the New York Rangers. MINIMUM BID: $75 Value: Priceless Donor: NY Rangers 702. Tony and Me: A Story of Friendship (Jack Klugman's signed memoir) A softcover pre-publication copy and one hardcover copy signed by author Jack Klugman. Includes a special DVD. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: Priceless Donor: Ruth Riemer 703. (2) Dwight "Doc" Gooden Autographed 8"x10" Photographs Photo #1 is from Gooden’s "No Hitter" for the New York Yankees against the Seattle Mariners on May 14, 1996. Photo #2 is Gooden Pitching for the New York Mets. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: Priceless Donor: Scott Riemer 704. Bobby Valentine Signed Baseball Baseball signed by Bobby Valentine, former baseball player (Dodgers, Angels, Mariners, Mets) and current Red Sox manager. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: Priceless Donor: Ralph Branca 705. New York Giants Signed Photograph Signed photograph of Corey Webster, a cornerback for the New York Giants. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: Priceless Donor: NY Giants 706. New York Knicks Memorabilia Package New York Knicks signed basketball and a signed photograph of Larry Johnson, former forward for the NY Knicks. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: Priceless Donors: Scott Reimer, NY Knicks 707. Paula Dean Signed Cookbook "The Lady and Sons: Savannah County Cookbook" is signed by celebrity chef and Food Network star Paula Dean. MINIMUM BID: $25 Value: Priceless Donor: Paula Dean 40 708. Yoko Ono Autographed CD/Poster A CD & Poster for her new album, ONOMIX signed by world famous recording artist Yoko Ono. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: Priceless Donor: Vinny Moschetta SHOPPING 801. Tour Scenic Scarsdale Gift Package Experience Scarsdale, NY with this $25 gift certificate to The Dark Horse, $20 for Learning Express, $50 for Sticks and Strings, $38 for La Renaissance Bakery, $50 for Zachy's Wine and Liquor, and a gift certificate for a 10-inch cake from Lulu Cake Boutique. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $258 Donors: The Dark Horse, Learning Express, La Renaissance Bakery, Lulu Cake Boutique, Zachy's Wine and Liquor 802. Gift of Good Health Enjoy nutritious meals with a $100 gift certificate to Fairway Foods and a Trader Joe's gift basket. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $175 Donors: Fairway Foods, Trader Joe's of Scarsdale SPIRITS 901. 10 Bottles of Marquis Philips Shiraz S9 (2005) The 2005 Shiraz 9 reveals a big, toasty, smoky nose, but the oak is beautifully absorbed by extravagant quantities of blackberry and cassis fruit intermixed with licorice, incense, and spice. MINIMUM BID: $400 Value: $1,000 Donors: Kathy and Woody Jay 902. 5 Bottles of St. Innocent Pinot Noir “White Rose Vineyard” (2007) The 2007 Pinot Noir White Rose Vineyard offers up a nearly ethereal perfume of spice box, mineral, rose petal, incense and assorted red fruits. Medium-bodied, velvety, and complex - it has a nervy energy that makes it hard to resist. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $240 Donors: Kathy and Woody Jay 903. 6 Bottles of Dehlinger Pinot Noir (2006) Tom Dehlinger is “consistently consistent,” and his wines are always a delight to taste. Dehlinger’s 2007 Pinot Noirs may be the finest he has produced since the mid-nineties. MINIMUM BID: $150 Value: $390 Donors: Kathy and Woody Jay 904. 6 bottles of St. Innocent Pinot Noir “Justice Vineyard” (2007) The 2007 Pinot Noir Justice Vineyard is dark ruby-colored with an alluring bouquet of cinnamon, allspice, incense, rose petal, cherry and cassis. It will be at its best from 2011 to 2019. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $270 Donors: Kathy and Woody Jay 41 905. Basket of Holiday Cheer You'll be ready for the holiday season with this basket of assorted cheer from Armonk Wines. MINIMUM BID: $25 Value: $75 Donor: Armonk Wines TICKETS 1001. New York City Ballet Experience Experience the New York City Ballet with 2 tickets to a future performance. Includes ballet slippers worn and signed by principle dancer Ashley Bouder. A Tuesday night performance date to be determined. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: Priceless Donors: New York City Ballet, Sharon Glick 1002. 4 Annual Passes to MoMA This package provides 4 annual passes to MoMA | The Museum of Modern Art and various exhibition catalogues. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $400 Donor: Kim Donica 1003. The Bronx Zoo Tickets The Bronx Zoo is one of the world's largest metropolitan zoos, with over 600 species from around the world on 265 acres of park lands and naturalistic habitats, through which the Bronx River flows. Includes 4 general admission tickets. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $120 Donor: The Bronx Zoo 1004. Brooklyn Botanical Garden Annual Passes Founded in 1910, the gardens hold over 10,000 taxa of plants. Explore the lush 52-acres with these 2 adult annual passes. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $100 Donor: Brooklyn Botanical Garden 1005. Gotham Comedy Club Party Laugh the night away with 5 "admit two" tickets. Attend 5 shows, or bring your friends for a fun group night. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $300 Donor: Gotham Comedy Club 1006. New York Islanders Tickets Enjoy 2 tickets to a 2012-2013 NY Islanders home game (excludes the home opener, NY Rangers, and Fan Appreciation). MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $200 Donor: New York Islanders 1007. New York Knicks Tickets Two tickets to see the New York Knicks. Date to be determined. MINIMUM BID: $100 Value: $220 Donor: Dr. Alan Manevitz 42 MORE AUCTION ITEMS A-LIST 118. Trump National Golf Club Westchester – 18 Hole Golf Outing – Briarcliff Manor, NY You + 3 guests will play 18-holes at Trump National Golf Club Westchester. Jim Fazio designed the 7,291 yard par 72 course, which has been recognized as one of the finest in the Northeast. Regardless of your level of expertise you will find the course challenging yet playable at the same time. There are five sets of tees from which to play, allowing for a maximum of shot variations. For more skilled players, the championship tees carry the Metropolitan areas highest slope rating. However, because of the comfortable forward tees, the course welcomes novice players as well. MINIMUM BID: $1000 Value: Priceless Donor: John Fugazy BEAUTY 308. Beauty Basket Pamper yourself with this lovely basket of John Frieda, Jergens, Curel, Biore and Ban products. Take beauty and comfort to a whole new level! MINIMUM BID: $25 Value: $150 Donor: KAO Brands EXPERIENCE 414. Go Figure! 5 Figure Method classes at any 6 locations. Greenwich, New Canaan, Armonk, Westport, Rye or Darien. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $160 Donor: Go Figure! SPIRITS 906. Juliska Cameron Wine Carafe Clean lines and a slight optic effect make this wine carafe a statement in elegance. 10" height, holds 76 oz. MINIMUM BID: $50 Value: $149 Donor: Michael C. Fina TICKETS (NYC) 1008. Carolines on Broadway Enjoy a night of laughter and fun with this $100 Gift Certificate to Carolines on Broadway! Can be used towards tickets, food or drinks; the possibilities are endless! MINIMUM BID: $25 Value: $100 Donor: Carolines on Broadway 43 Thank You THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY & SUPPORT Sonya and Mats Wilander ABC-TV Alice's Tea Cup Allura Salon and Day Spa Alwyn Company, Inc. American Girl Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield Armonk Wines Art of Shaving Atlantic Tomorrow's Office Bank of America Merrill Lynch Beiersdorf BJ's of Pelham Thomas Blake Blue Ribbon Restaurants Judy and Fred Bomback Bradford Portraits Ralph Branca Catherine Brewster The Bronx Zoo The Brooklyn Botanical Gardens Kathleen Brown Julia Dalton-Brush Capstone Partnership Kelly Cardona Warren Cassidy Nabil Chartouni The Cheesecake Factory Chelsea Piers New York City Warren Christie Cigna Suzanne Cohen The Colbert Report Robert Colgan ConnectiCare, Inc. & Affiliates Costco of Port Chester Shirley and Tom Coughlin Crabtree’s Kittle House Deborah Czarny Nancy Daley Faith and Dean Daniels The Dark Horse Julie Daugherty Paula Dean Evelyn del Cerro DermAvance Pharmaceuticals Devra Bader Beauty Spa Cora and Vincent di Fiore Dirty Sugar Photography Kim Donica Dooney & Bourke Doral Arrowwood Ken Dorros Duckwalk Vineyards Amy and Philip Duff Eco Vessel Richard Eigendorf Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa Elm Street Oyster House Emergen-C Eppes Essen Deli Exhale Spa Rose Faiella Fairway of Pelham Bruce Fitzpatrick Casey Fitzpatrick Barbara Flamm Haley Fox Fresh Market of Scarsdale Elizabeth Frumin Molly Galterio Gateway Art & Framing Sharon and Michael Glick Brittany Gonzalez Dayna Gonzalez Gotham Comedy Club Green Mountain Coffee Emily and George Guthrie Halcyon Day Spa Joyce and Donald Hofmann 44 Hollister Wound Care Hugg-a-Planet Jack Dog Studio Kathy and Woody Jay JetBlue Juicy Couture Alan Kalter Morgan Kendall Julie Kent-Barbee Kimpton Hotels Jackie and Brett Kopelan La Renaissance Bakery Late Night with Jimmy Fallon Late Show with David Letterman Dino Lavorini Gwen Lawrence Learning Express Lily Pullitzer Linda Joy Creations Lockwood Family Foundation Loews Corporation Lotus Tissue Repair Lowell Hotel Lulu Cake Boutique Lawrence Lunt Luxottica MAC Cosmetics Dr. Alan Manevitz Kathleen and Chris Mara John McEnroe The McMahon Group of Avon, LLC Catherine Melillo Meritain Health Karen and Thomas Misisco The Modern Mohegan Sun Casino Mölnlycke Health Care Vinny Moschetta MTV Networks The Museum of Modern Art Thank You THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY & SUPPORT National Rehab Equipment, Inc. New York City Ballet New York Islanders Nintendo NY Giants NY Knicks NY Princess Party NY Rangers O'Casey's Restaurant and Irish Pub Martha O'Day Ovation Corporate Travel Dr. Valerie Overton Paris Interiors Dominique Peck-Meyer Pamela and Jeffrey Peeler Pepe Porsche Arlene and Barry Pessar Peter's Restaurant Pindar Vineyards Ryan Poteet Power Yoga for Sport Quaker Ridge Golf Club Leslie Rader Ruth and Paul Riemer Scott Riemer David Richter Herman Riemer Marci Riley Roberto Coin The Rock Club Peter Thomas Roth John Rowland Nicholas Ruiz Sam Lehr Designer Jewelry Chris and Frank Santorsola Don Scanlon Jack Schwartz Nancy Seif Serendipity Magazine Marc and Mandy Seymour Tom and Kathy Shannon Family Foundation Sherry-Lehmann Wine and Spirits Jackie Smith Suzanne and Gerard Soderlund Soul Cycle Space Nk Apothecary Stampin' Up Anne Stewart Sticks and Strings Ernie Stiegler Stiegler, Wells, Brunswick & Roth Tea Embassy TimberRidge Associates, LLC Andrew H. Tisch Maureen Torelli Tory Burch Frank Tosto Tour GCX Trader Joe's of Scarsdale United HealthCare UV Skinz VSP Vision Karen and Ron Wertheimer Westchester Magazine Wilson & Son Jewelers Brown Windle Michael Wolfson YogaSpa Zachy's Wine and Liquor Zulu Nyala Thank you to all our dedicated volunteers! THE BENEFIT COMMITTEE Kathleen Brown, Golf Chairperson • Michael Wolfson, Tennis Chairperson Cynthia Catterson • Faith Daniels • Casey Fitzpatrick • Cory Gould • Brett Kopelan Karen Misisco • Ruth Riemer • Jeanne Rohm • Sonya Wilander 45 The Mission of debra of America… is to improve the quality of life for all EB patients, their families, and their caregivers, while encouraging research to find a cure and treatments for EB. How You Can Help CREATE A PERSONAL FUNDRAISING PAGE Customize our easy-touse template to create your own fundraising project at debra.org/personalfundraising. Share your page with family, friends, and coworkers to encourage them to support the cause. Contact debra for help with personalizing your page. PLAN A LOCAL EVENT Local events are a great way to raise money for debra in your town. Visit debra.org/events to learn more. DONATE OR MAKE A TRIBUTE A donation to debra of America contributes to our programs and services as well as helping fund research toward a cure. You can give online at debra.org/donate by mail to debra of America’s New York office by phone at 212.868.1573 An honorary or memorial donation is a meaningful way to remember a loved one or celebrate an occasion. The designated person/s will receive a letter from debra indicating you made a gift. APPLY FOR THE debra CREDIT CARD Be part of the cure with every swipe. By using the card, debra receives $50 after your first purchase 2% on gas and groceries 1% on all other purchases Up to 10% of purchases made at select merchants Apply for your card today! debra.org/creditcard 46 GIVE A GIFT OF STOCK Gifts of securities are another way to make a contribution to debra. A gift of stock held more than a year entitles the donor to a charitable deduction and is exempt from capital gains tax. Contact debra to get specifics of how to direct your gift. MAKE A PURCHASE AT THE debra SHOP Show everyone you support debra and raise awareness for EB when you purchase debra-branded merchandise at debra.org/shop. Items change, so please visit often. SUPPORT debra IN ESTATE PLANNING Making a gift by will or trust is a way of maintaining your legacy and ensuring debra has the resources to continue its important work. A simple sentence added to your will could direct a specific amount or a percentage of your estate to debra. debra of America 16 East 41st Street, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10017 212.868.1573 [email protected] debra.org 47 debra of America would like to thank our 14 Annual Mats Wilander Tennis & Golf Benefit sponsors for their generosity. Without their support this event would not be possible. th The Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa Research Association debra of America 16 East 41st Street, 3rd Floor 48 New York, NY 10017 (212) 868-1573 [email protected] debra.org