Auction - Make-A-Wish® Massachusetts and Rhode Island

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The 2016 Make-A-Wish Gala
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Saturday, April 9, 2016 | InterContinental Boston
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L1 VIP PATRIOTS • Four Putnam Club Tickets to a New England Patriots 2016
Regular Season Home Game, Tom Brady-Signed Football, and VIP Parking
Be a part of the Patriots lineup with this VIP Patriots package featuring four Putnam Club
tickets and an official NFL football signed by Patriots QB Tom Brady. You and three guests will
watch the four-time Super Bowl Champions take to the field with four seats in the exclusive
Putnam Club. The Putnam Club offers stellar views of the action and unparalleled game-day
luxury with plush seats, TV and video walls, upscale food and beverage options, and more. Add
a VIP parking pass, and this is a Patriots game day experience for the record books!
Please note: Game date to be mutually agreed upon and based on availability; valid for 2016 regular
season home game at Gillette Stadium only; VIP parking pass valid for the day of the game only.
Tom Brady-signed football comes with an official certificate of authenticity.
Donated by: The Kraft Group; BANK W Holdings, LLC / The Nagler Group
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L2. CELEBRITY COOK AND DINE • Private Cooking Class and Chef’s Tasting Dinner and Wine Pairing for Eight with Chef Steve DiFillippo and Liz Brunner
Cook and dine like a celebrity with this Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse cooking and dining
exclusive! You and seven guests will be treated to a four-course chef’s tasting menu and wine
pairing at the Back Bay favorite with chef/owner Steve DiFillippo and media personality Liz
Brunner. Before dinner, spend time learning the tricks of the trade from Chef DiFillippo himself
during a private gnocchi cooking class for eight in the Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse
kitchen, and enjoy a private tour of the restaurant. Liz Brunner and the chef himself will join
you for dinner, too. Salute!
Please note: Reservations must be made two weeks in advance; date to be mutually agreed upon, and based on the availability of Chef DiFillippo and Liz Brunner; taxes and gratuities not included; valid through November 30, 2016.
Donated by: Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse; Liz Brunner
Estimated value: $4,000/Priceless
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L3. ADELE LIVE • Eighteen Tickets and Private Box for Adele Concert at TD Garden
(Wednesday, September 14, 2016)
Arguably the biggest musical celebrity in the world today, multi-Grammy Award winning artist
Adele transcends what it means to be a superstar. You will be a superstar, too, with these 18
tickets in a private box to the sold-out “25” tour show at TD Garden on Wednesday,
September 14, 2016. Adele tickets are trading on StubHub for as much as $10,000 a ticket,
making this package truly priceless. Treat your guests to unlimited food and non-alcoholic
beverage service in your private box (alcoholic beverages available for purchase). Say “Hello”
to this once-in-a-lifetime Adele concert-going experience!
Please note: Valid for the Adele “25” tour show at TD Garden, Wednesday, September 14, 2016, only; complimentary food and non-alcoholic drink service valued at up to $1,300 (alcoholic
beverages available for purchase); limited changes to the pre-selected menu based on the winning
bidder’s preferences and dietary needs may be possible.
Donated by: PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP; Sportservice Delaware North Companies, Boston
Estimated value: $23,000
L4.AND THE OSCAR GOES TO… • Two Tickets to Elton John’s Oscar® Viewing Dinner/
Party, and Luxe L.A. Experience (February 2017)
You and a guest will be a part of the star-studded post-2017 Academy Awards® show
experience on February 26, 2017, with two tickets to the Elton John’s Oscar® Viewing
Dinner/Party at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood. See and be seen with the most
exalted and prominent actors of our time at this black tie celebration that has hosted
Harrison Ford, Goldie Hawn, Nicole Kidman, Ellen DeGeneres, Steven Tyler, Victoria Beckham,
and more. Elton John and his band always have some tricks up their sleeves, and this year will
be no exception. This once-in-a-lifetime experience includes two nights’ accommodations at a
luxury L.A. hotel, like the Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills or The Ritz-Carlton, Los
Angeles or Marina del Rey, and a $1,000 gift card for roundtrip airfare (Boston/L.A.). Travel like
a celebrity with Luggage Forward, which will pick up and deliver your luggage door-to-door.
Get ready to hob-nob with the Hollywood etite!
Please note: Valid for the 2017 Elton John’s Oscar® Viewing Dinner/Party only; $1,000 gift card
may be used towards air travel or at the winner’s discretion; hotel accommodations will be provided, based on availability; Luggage Forward services valued at up to $300.
Donated by: Stephanie Horbaczewski and StyleHaul; Luggage Forward
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L5. A RED SOX LEGEND • David Ortiz’s Final Game at Fenway Park, Batting Practice,
Lunch at the EMC Club, and More (Sunday, October 2, 2016)
The end of an era! 2016 marks the final season for Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz—and you
can be part of his last in-season home game with four Infield Grandstand tickets to the Sox vs.
the Toronto Blue Jays game on Sunday, October 2, 2016 (3:05 p.m.). Receive VIP treatment with
access to batting practice and a private tour of Fenway Park. Indulge in lunch for four at the
EMC Club. Share the love with your own scoreboard message of congratulations to the Sox DH
during the game. And go home with four gift bags including a replica David Ortiz jersey.
Please note: Valid for the October 2, 2016, regular season home game at Fenway Park only; the
In-Field Grandstand tickets will be located in sections 14 through 29 (exact tickets to be assigned
closer to the game); tickets are non-transferable for a post-season game should the Sox appear
in the post season; batting practice is taken at the discretion of each team’s Manager and is not
guaranteed; scoreboard messages run alphabetically during the middle and end of the second and
third innings.
Donated by: Boston Red Sox
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L6. SURF OR SKI, GOLF OR EXPLORE • Private Villa for Eight at an Exclusive
Destination of Your Choice
With this exclusive vacation for eight, your group will be treated to the finest in luxury travel.
Choose your destination—from luxurious beach resorts to mountain-view lodges to city chic
residences—for a memorable five-day and four-night vacation in lavish accommodations.
Exclusive Resorts, the world’s leading private luxury club, will roll out the red carpet for you
in one of the world’s most spectacular destinations. Enjoy an exquisitely appointed, two- to
five-bedroom villa, complete with members-only amenities—including a dedicated on-site
concierge to fulfill your every request, from stocking the pantry to hiring a private chef, booking
tee times, and more. Luxury travel at its finest. Welcome to the Club!
Your Exclusive Resorts vacation will include your choice of one of the following 17 Getaway
Escape locations:
• Tropical / Coastal: Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands; Kapalua Bay, Maui, HI; Los Cabos, Mexico; Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica; Real del Mar, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico;
Newport Beach, CA
• Ski / Mountain: Deer Valley, UT; Snowmass, CO; Steamboat Springs, CO; Telluride, CO
• Golf: Kiawah Island, SC; La Quinta, CA; Scottsdale, Arizona; Sea Island, GA
• City Chic: Chicago, IL; Las Vegas, NV (Sunday through Thursday only); San Francisco, CA
Please note: Travel valid only for April through December 2016 or April 1 through April 30, 2017;
reservations for specific dates, residences, and destinations are subject to availability; blackout
dates apply, including but not limited to the seven-day periods surrounding holiday weeks; ski/
mountain destinations off-season only; trip may only be booked within 90 days of desired checkout
date (with the exception of Chicago and San Francisco which must be booked 30 days prior to
checkout); additional nights may be added at a rate of $1,995 a night (rates subject to change).
Donated by: Exclusive Resorts, LLC
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SS1. COURTSIDE CELTICS • Two Courtside Celtics Seats and Team-Signed Basketball
(2016/2017 Season)
The Celtics are hot this year; it’s your turn to leave your mark on the parquet floor! Watch the
Cs shoot, steal, and slam-dunk their way to victory from these two courtside seats to a 2016/17
season home game at TD Garden. These owners’ tickets will put you as close to the parquet as
you can get without breaking a sweat. You’ll also score an authentic NBA basketball signed by
the entire 2016 team.
Please note: Game date to be mutually agreed upon, based on availability; valid for a 2016/2017 regular season home game at TD Garden only; basketball signed by the 2016 team; certificate of
authenticity included.
Donated by: Steve and Deborah Barnes and the Boston Celtics
SS2. IN-HOME CELEBRITY CHEF • Five-Course Dinner and Wine Pairing for Eight
Prepared in your Home by Celebrity Chef Paul Wahlberg
Let celebrity Chef Paul Wahlberg, of Hingham’s Alma Nove and Wahlburgers fame, present a
memorable in-home dinner party for eight. Chef Wahlberg will prepare and serve an elegant
five-course dinner, expertly paired with fine wines, and artistically set in the comfort of your
own home. Chef Wahlberg’s brothers, Mark and Donnie Wahlberg are Hollywood elite, and
Chef Paul Wahlberg is a culinary celebrity—and with this dinner party, you will be a star, too!
Please note: Limited to Monday through Thursday evenings only; dinner must take place before
April 1, 2017, and date is to be mutually agreed upon based on Chef Wahlberg’s availability; gratuity
is not included.
Donated by: Chef Paul Wahlberg, Alma Nove
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SS3. DANCE WITH ELLEN! • Two VIP Tickets to “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” in
Burbank, Plus Hotel and Airfare
These are your tickets to the best dance party on daytime television—and a chance to be
up close and personal with one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, Ellen DeGeneres! You’ll have
guaranteed, reserved VIP seating for two to a live taping of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show.” Upon
your arrival, you’ll go to the front of the line, where your name will appear on a VIP list. The
show has won 38 Daytime Emmy Awards, and Ellen DeGeneres is the 14-time winner of the
People’s Choice Award for “Favorite Daytime TV Host.” Nearly four million viewers tune in
per episode—and you will be there! This package includes a $1,000 gift card towards airfare
for two and a $500 Marriott gift card to put toward accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, Los
Angeles or Marina del Rey, or the Beverly Hills Marriott. “Be kind to one another”—and bid on
this one-of-a-kind VIP experience!
Please note: The VIP Guest Certificate guarantees seating for two; exact seat location is based on
availability; valid for Monday through Thursday only, and excludes the month of December and the
Mother’s Day show; winner must provide a minimum of two weeks’ advance notice to guarantee
admission; minimum age requirement of 14 years old (government photo I.D. is required for
admission); cameras, phones, and other electronic equipment prohibited in the studio; valid for use
May 2016 through April 2017. Winner is responsible for making hotel reservations; Marriott gift
card valid for any Marriot or Marriott brand hotel.
Donated by: Warner Bros.; The Ellen DeGeneres Show; WCVB-TV Boston; BANK W Holdings, LLC
/ The Nagler Group
Estimated value: $1,500 / Priceless
SS4. SPORTS AND STYLE • CHANEL Sneakers signed by Gisele Bundchen and
Football signed by Tom Brady
Clear some space on your trophy shelf and make room for autographed lifestyle memorabilia
by New England’s most iconic couple, Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen. This Super Bowl XILX
Wilson football is a necessity for any Tom Brady fan. The stylish CHANEL Sneakers (size nine)
are the perfect collector’s item for any fashionista. (This package even includes the pens Tom
and Gisele used to sign the memorabilia!)
Donated by: Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen
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SS5. GREY LADY BAIT AND FISH • Full-Day Fishing Excursion for Six off Nantucket
Climb aboard The Thresher for a full-day fishing excursion from Osterville to Nantucket!
You and five of your friends will set sail from Cape Cod and head to the waters off Nantucket
to search for fresh bluefish and stripers. Your trip will also include a tour of Nantucket’s
picturesque inner harbor. Cast your way to a great day off the shores of Nantucket, “The Little
Grey Lady of the Sea.”
Please note: Valid for a full-day fishing excursion between June 1 and September 30, 2016; fishing
gear, lunch, and on-boat beverages (non-alcoholic) will be provided; depart Osterville, Cape Cod at
9:00 a.m. and return at 5:00 p.m.
Donated by: EJ and Terry Jaxtimer
SS6. CHEF JAMIE MAMMANO’S DINE AROUND • Oysters and Champagne at Ostra,
Tuna Tartare at Mistral, Dinner at Sorellina, and Dessert at Mooo…, Overnight at
XV Beacon
It can be difficult to decide which Jamie Mammano Boston restaurant to try first. With this
package, your group of four will visit four of Chef Mammano’s best restaurants to indulge in
their unique and distinctive flavors. Visit Ostra for oysters and champagne; Mistral for tuna
tartare and wine; Sorellina for dinner; and Mooo… for dessert. Eat and drink up, ‘cause you will
be escorted from place to place in a private car and will be staying the night with two rooms at
the 1903 Beaux Arts boutique luxury hotel XV Beacon.
Please note: XV Beacon overnight valid for a one-night stay in classic accommodations with
breakfast for two (in Mooo… restaurant or room service, up to $50 value) with each room; certain
blackout dates may apply; car service based on availability; valid through April 30, 2017.
Donated by: Chef Jamie Mammano, featuring Mistral, Ostra, Sorellina, and Mooo…; XV Beacon
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SS7. THE BIG EASY • VIP Trip to New Orleans with Luxury Accommodations, Private
Tour, Dining, and More
Take it easy in “The Big Easy”! Experience New Orleans’ melting pot of French, African, and
American architectural gems and culinary delights. Spend two nights in the heart of the
French Quarter at the Omni Royal New Orleans—your headquarters for a spectacular NOLA
experience and VIP access to the city’s most quintessential attractions. Jazz Fest? New Year’s
Eve? Mardi Gras? This is your ticket to the New Orleans you want to discover!
Highlights of your trip include:
• Two nights in luxury accommodations at the Omni Royal New Orleans, plus an additional
$500 gift card to extend your stay;
• Dining at two extraordinary restaurants, The Court of Two Sisters and Emeril’s Restaurant, plus an Emeril Lagasse’s New Orleans cookbook so you can recreate your favorite meals;
• Private car and driver for three hours highlighted by a tour of the city’s historic highlights;
• Frommer’s EasyGuide to New Orleans and DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: New Orleans travel
books to delve into the city’s attractions and learn your way around NOLA before you travel;
• Round-trip air travel (Boston /New Orleans) for two; and
• Gift basket with some New Orleans treats—Aunt Sally’s original pralines, New Orleans hot
sauces, and a handmade mask.
Please note: Omni Royal New Orleans stay valid for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, New Year’s Eve, and
other holidays, based on availability.
Donated by: Omni Royal New Orleans; Emeril’s Restaurant; NOLA; The Court of Two Sisters;
Faye Sahagian; Livery Tours
SS8. GREEN CITY • Private Rooftop Garden from Green City Growers
You don’t need a green thumb to have a terrific blooming rooftop or backyard garden. Green City Growers, the pioneers of city gardening, will make your green garden dream a reality. Responsible for the rooftop gardens atop Fenway Park and the InterContinental Hotel, Green City Growers can sow a garden no matter the space. Grow some green on your balcony,
rooftop, yard, or a location of your choice. This summer, enjoy vegetables from your own cedar
raised garden bed!
Please note: Valid for locations in eastern Massachusetts (within the I-495 loop), southern New
Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.
Donated by: Green City Growers
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CHILDREN
CH1. JUMPING FUN • JumpSport SoftBounce Trampoline with Safety Net and
SureStep Ladder
With the best bounce in its class, the JumpSport SoftBounce Trampoline will have your whole
family jumping for fun! Built with high-quality construction, the package includes a 280 Safety
Net Enclosure and SureStep Ladder. The trampoline enables kids and adults to enter and exit
the trampoline safely—and will bring your family years of bouncing fun. Get jumping!
Please note: Trampoline delivery to the winner’s home coordinated through Make-A-Wish following
the Gala; installation not included.
Donated by: JumpSport Trampolines
Estimated value: $720
CH2. HAVE A BALL • Athletically-Inspired Children’s Party, Including Cake and
Chocolate
Your little athlete will have a ball (and cake and ice cream) at his or her next birthday party
with Knucklebones! Sports-themed party planners Knucklebones will travel to you (backyard,
basement, local park, etc.) with the newest athletically inspired toys and activities. Scavenger
hunts, martial arts games, and t-ball will keep your 20 running, jumping, and enthusiastic
partygoers active and entertained. Add two Baby Cakes from J.P. Licks and a case of Bosco
chocolate sauce, and this will be one sweet and kickin’ party!
Please note: Knucklebones party valid for 90 minutes and up to 20 participants between the ages of
two and 10; party must take place before April 9, 2017; limited to within 30 minutes of Boston;
more participants may be added for an additional charge.
Donated by: Knucklebones; J.P. Licks; Bosco Products, Inc.
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CH3. PARTY PLANNING PROS • Personalized Party (Birthday, Wedding, Social or
Corporate Event) from Upon A Star Events
Leave it to the pros and let party planner extraordinaire Elisabeth Accardi and Upon A Star
Events put together a fabulous, fully customized, memorable party for you to celebrate any
occasion. The “Best of Boston” winner pulls together top-notch celebrations for children’s
birthday parties (think a chocolate- or Hollywood-themed party for your sweet little one), social
events (engagements, weddings, milestone anniversaries) for adults, and even memorable
corporate get togethers that’ll wow your friends and colleagues!
Please note: Party valid through March 2017; $1,000 gift certificate valid towards event planning
services (decor and design ideas, game and activity ideas as well as timeline for your event).
Donated by: Elisabeth Accardi / Upon A Star Events
CH4. ARTFUL PORTRAITS • Family or Children’s Photo Session and Prints from
Cheryl Richards Photographer
Cheryl Richards is a five-time “Best of Boston” winner, and it is easy to see why! Let Cheryl
capture the beauty and essence of your family or child with a private one-hour photo session in
her Back Bay studio. Specializing in stylish, high-end event and children’s photography, Cheryl
Richards is a master in her field. With over 23 years in the business, she continues to deliver
cherished memories in classic style.
Please note: Valid for a single one-hour family or children’s portrait session in Cheryl Richards’
Back Bay studio; includes one 6”x 9” print and one high-resolution .jpg file (additional prints and
high-resolution .jpg files available for an additional charge); photo session must be completed by
April 9, 2017.
Donated by: Cheryl Richards Photographer
CH5. PHOTO CANVAS • Michael Stone Portrait Photo Session and Canvas Print Create a timeless work of art with this private, two-hour photo session and one 20” x 24”
canvas print from photographer Michael Stone. Stone prides himself on creating portraits that
tell a story and portray the uniqueness of every person he photographs. The package includes
a two-hour photo session at the location of the winner’s choice.
Please note: Valid for any location within two hours from Worcester; package includes photo shoot,
private photo viewing session, and a custom canvas print of one selected photo (size 20” x 24”-30”).
Donated by: Michael Stone Portraits
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DINING DELIGHTS
D1.
OYSTERS, ANYONE? • Dinner and Wine Pairing for Six at Island Creek Oyster
Bar with Chef Jeremy Sewall
Dive into the region’s best oysters and regional seafood favorites with Chef Jeremy Sewall
at the helm. Chef Sewall will wine and dine you and five guests during an incredible dinner
with wine pairing at Island Creek Oyster Bar in Boston, MA. Near Fenway Park, this vibrant
restaurant offers a raw bar, featuring Island Creek Oysters and seasonal selections from New
England.
Please note: Gift certificate valued for dinner for six; gratuity not included; valid through April 9,
2017; date to be mutually agreed upon based on availability.
Donated by: Chef Jeremy Sewall and Island Creek Oyster Bar
Estimated value: $1,000/ Priceless
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BALANCE AND HARMONY • Four-Course Chef Tasting Dinner and Wine Pairing
for Four at Ming Tsai’s Blue Ginger and an Autographed Cookbook
Savor the balance and harmony of the area’s finest East-meets-West fusion cuisine with this
stunning four-course chef’s dining experience at the legendary Ming Tsai’s Blue Ginger in
Wellesley, MA. Enjoy fresh and flavorful dishes—from wok-stirred mussels to garlic-black
pepper lobster—and discover why Ming Tsai is top among the culinary elite in Boston and the
nation. Take home an autographed copy of Ming’s Master Recipes and recreate some inspired
dishes in your own kitchen!
Please note: Excludes Friday and Saturday evenings, tax and gratuity; no expiration date.
Donated by: Chef Ming Tsai / Blue Ginger
D3.
CHUTNEY SPICE • In-Home Cooking Class, Dinner for Six, and Gift Box of
Chutneys from the Bombay Emerald Chutney Company
Nirmala Gupta, founder of the Bombay Emerald Chutney Company, has a mission to educate
folks about good chutney and the secrets to cooking with spice! With this in-home cooking
experience, you will learn some great Indian cooking techniques. Nirmala will come to your
kitchen for a private chutney cooking lesson and create a fabulous dinner for six—and will
leave you with a gift box of chutneys that will continue to add spice to your cooking!
Please note: Valid through April 9, 2017; date to be mutually agreed upon and subject to the donor’s
availability and travel schedule.
Donated by: Bombay Emerald Chutney Company, Nirmala Gupta
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STEAK AND SEAFOOD • Decadent Dining at Morton’s The Steakhouse Seaport
Looking forward to mouth-watering steak, fresh seafood, and delicious dessert? Enjoy a threecourse “Steak & Seafood” dinner and wine pairings for four at one of Boston’s best waterfront
dining destinations, Morton’s The Steakhouse Seaport. Your table is waiting!
Please note: Dinner to take place on a mutually agreed upon date between April 10, 2016 and April
10, 2017, excluding holiday weekends and the month of December; menu and wines selected by
Morton’s; gratuity not included.
Donated by: Morton’s The Steakhouse Seaport
D5.
BLOCK PARTY • Sausages for 200 from The Sausage Guy of Lansdowne Street
Bring the taste of Fenway Park and the Boston Red Sox to your neighborhood with the ultimate
Red Sox sausage block party! The one-and-only Sausage Guy of Lansdowne Street will
serve up his famous Fenway sausages to 200 of your closest family members, friends, and
neighbors. This will be a backyard BBQ party for the record books!
Please note: Date for the party to be mutually agreed upon and based on The Sausage Guy’s availability; date must be requested a minimum of four weeks in advance; valid for use through April
2017; valid within the I-495 loop.
Donated by: The Sausage Guy / David Littleton
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SOUTH END SPAIN • Dinner for Four at Barcelona Restaurant and Wine Bar
The visually stunning and elegant Barcelona Restaurant and Wine Bar, an award-winning
Spanish tapas restaurant located in the trendy South End in Boston, is serving up a decadent
dinner for four, valued at up to $400. The creation of two culinary leaders who spent years in
Spain and Portugal, Barcelona is a culinary Boston and South End standout!
Please note: Tax, gratuity, and alcohol not included; no expiration date.
Donated by: Barcelona Restaurant and Wine Bar
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DINNER AND A SHOW • Dinner for Two at the Boston College Club and
Huntington Theater Tickets
Dine at the historic Boston College Club, with captivating 360-degree views of Boston, where
Chef William Della Ventura and his team will treat you to enticing seasonal selections and
gourmet creations. Then, head to either the Avenue of the Arts or the South End for a night at
the stage. The 2016-2017 season highlights include the wickedly funny romp, Bedroom Farce,
and the wild and irreverent comedy Tiger Style!
Please note: Boston College Club is located at 100 Federal Street (Bank of America building), 36th
Floor, Boston; valid through May 1, 2017; tax and surcharge included; alcohol not included; valid
for one visit only (any remaining balance will not carry over). Huntington Theater tickets valid for
the 2016/2017 season only.
Donated by: Boston College Club; The Huntington Theatre Company
D8.
A TOAST TO BOSTON • Bar Boulud Boston Dinner for Two
Please note: Valid through December 31, 2016; tax and gratuity not included.
Donated by: Bar Boulud Boston / The Mandarin Oriental Hotel
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LOBSTER FEAST • A Dozen Lobsters Packed and Shipped Anywhere in the
Continental U.S.
Toast to your inner French flair with $100 towards dinner or drinks at Bar Boulud Boston, a
French-inspired bistro and wine bar located in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Back Bay. Chef/
owner Daniel Boulud creates locally inspired seasonal dishes and traditional French bistro fare
in a luxe setting.
Lobster feasts are typically a summer ritual. With this package, you can indulge any time of the
year! Receive one dozen fresh lobsters, right to your door—from the F/V Karoline Marie and
Gloucester lobsterman Thomas Hill—packed on ice and shipped anywhere in the continental
United States. Lobster bibs and wet naps included!
Please note: Delivery must be arranged by October 31, 2016; guaranteed delivery of a minimum of
one dozen lobsters but may include as many as three dozen lobsters based on availability and at
the discretion of the donor.
Donated by: Thomas Hill, F/V Karoline Marie
Estimated value: $350 (and up)
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D10. WINE AND DINE IN SCITUATE HARBOR • Four-Course Tasting Dinner for Four
at ORO
Visit scenic Scituate harbor for a decadent dining experience reminiscent of a big-city hot spot!
You and three guests will indulge in a chef’s tasting dinner with wine pairings at ORO. With a
great location on Scituate’s Front Street, ORO is known for its use of fresh produce and local
seafood. Enjoy!
Please note: Excludes alcohol, tax, and gratuity; valid through April 9, 2017.
Donated by: ORO
D11. HOME COOKING MADE EASY • Gourmet Meal Recipes and Ingredients Delivered
to Your Door
Take a break from grocery lists, and let Blue Apron make preparing a fresh-cooked meal
at home fun and easy. Blue Apron will provide you with one week of original recipes and
the ingredients you need to prepare fresh, healthy meals at home (the Blue Apron package
includes the winner’s choice of three meals for a couple or two meals for a family of four).
Fresh seasonal ingredients, sourced directly from local farms and family-run purveyors, are
packed in a refrigerated box, so even if you are not at home when the Blue Apron box arrives,
your ingredients will stay fresh.
Please note: Valid for meals delivery for one week; winner can choose to receive two meals for a
family of four, or three meals for two people; certificate has no expiration date.
Donated by: Blue Apron
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EXPERIENCES
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BE PART OF THE REVIVAL • Four Tickets to the Selena Gomez Concert at TD
Garden (Saturday, May 28, 2016)
Four premium tickets to multi-platinum singer and actress Selena Gomez’s worldwide
“Revival Tour” show at TD Garden on Saturday, May 28, 2016! This tour follows the 2015 release
of the superstar’s new album “Revival.” In Club seating, your tickets offer wider seats, extra
legroom, in-seat wait service, and a private entrance. You’ll be in the center of it all during this
memorable, musical revival!
Please note: Valid for the Saturday, May 28, 2016, 7:30 p.m. Selena Gomez show at TD Garden only;
seats are in Club Section 111, Row C, Seats 12, 13, 14, and 15; doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Donated by: Affordable Interior Systems Inc.
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THE GRATEFUL DEAD AT FENWAY • Two Tickets to the Dead & Company Show
at Fenway Park (Friday, July 15, 2016)
During their 30 years, the Grateful Dead has played many iconic venues all over the world,
but have never played Fenway Park. Your two tickets will put you and a friend on the field
in “TURF” seats on Friday, July 15, to see the three remaining members of this iconic band
perform as “Dead & Company” at America’s most iconic ball park. Fenway is the new hot spot
for concerts—and the perfect spot to catch this band that continues to be red-hot after 30
years!
Please note: Valid for the Friday, July 15, 2016, Dead & Company tour show at Fenway Park, only;
seats are located in the TURF B6, Row 1, Seats 11 and 12.
Donated by: Live Nation
Estimated value: $150 / Priceless
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CONVERSE CUSTOMIZATION • Design Your Own Sneaker Experience for Four at
Converse’s New Lovejoy Wharf Headquarters
Grab three friends and run to the new flagship Converse Store on Lovejoy Wharf in Boston for
this unique design-your-own Converse Chuck Taylor All Star sneakers experience. Choose a
blank Converse canvas (that is, a blank canvas sneaker), select a graphic (or bring in your own
artwork!), work with an in-store Converse style maestro to perfect your design, and print!! The
Converse gift certificate will cover up to four pairs of custom sneakers, or a $500 value.
Please note: Valid through May 1, 2017; date and details to be mutually agreed upon and based on
availability; maximum number of participants limited to four; up to a $500 value.
Donated by: Converse
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VINTAGE BOMBER • World War II Vintage Bomber Airplane Ride for One
Please note: Winner’s choice of flight will be accommodated if possible; certain restrictions may
apply; winner will be responsible for transportation from the “Wings of Freedom Tour” destination
(a round trip flight is not possible).
Donated by: The Collings Foundation
E5.
QUACK, QUACK, QUACK • Private Boston Duck Boat for Thirty-Six
Travel back in time immersed in World World II history! Once, over 18,000 B-24 and B-17
airplanes worked to keep our nation safe; today only one B-24 and ten B-17s touch the sky.
Headquartered in Stowe, MA, The Collings Foundation will take you on a ride on a restored
B-17 “Flying Fortress” or B-24 “Liberator.” Choose a one-way flight between two of several
New England destinations on the “Wings of Freedom Tour” (including Hyannis, Norwood,
Plymouth, Westfield, Nashua, NH, Auburn/Lewiston, ME; Smithfield, RI, and more). The Tour is
scheduled to be in New England from September 11 through September 30, 2016. Wheels up
for one lucky participant who will climb aboard this iconic aircraft for a ride into history!
Hop aboard your own private World War II-style amphibious landing vehicle with 35 friends
with this private Duck Boat charter. You will drive and drift by Boston’s most notable sights,
from the State House to Bunker Hill and the Boston Common to Quincy Market, on an
80-minute urban tour, by land and water. Guided by an enthusiastic con“DUCK”tor, your group
will take in the sights and sounds of the city, and ultimately cruise on the Charles River with
incredible views of the Boston and Cambridge skylines. Quack Quack!
Please note: Your private Duck Boat charter for 36 is valid for departure from the Museum of
Science only, and is valid, only, for non-holiday weekdays in April, May, September, October, and
November; must be redeemed before April 9, 2017, or the certificate is voided; 10% staff gratuity
based on the actual charter rate of a Duck Tour is not included.
Donated by: Boston Duck Tours
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TASTE TEST • America’s Test Kitchen Live Taping and Meet the Cast Experience
for Two
America’s Test Kitchen, home to over three dozen full-time cooks and product testers, creates
great recipes and delicious foods. This year, ATK welcomes two all-new hosts, Julia Collin
Davison and Bridget Lancaster who will share the helm for Season 17. With a guest, you will
visit the set, meet the cast, and observe a live taping of the most-watched cooking show on
public television. You’ll also receive The America’s Test Kitchen Cooking School Cookbook and
a one-year subscription (six issues) to Cook’s Illustrated magazine. Bon Appetit!
Please note: Tour is valid for a May 2016 taping, based on availability; tour must be
scheduled in April 2016 (contact information will be provided to the winner); exact date and time to
be mutually agreed upon; America’s Test Kitchen is filmed in two-hour sessions (10:00 a.m. to noon
and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.); please note that this experience is standing room only and there is no
on-air audience participation.
Donated by: America’s Test Kitchen
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JUMP, SLITHER, SNAP • Animal Adventures Experience for Twelve
Tap into your animal instincts and visit hundreds of exotic animals at the Animal Adventures in
Bolton, MA. Observe and interact with nature’s greatest creatures from across the globe. Jump
with the kangaroos, slither with the snakes, and snap with the turtles! With your admission for
12, experience New England’s largest privately owned animal rescue center!
Please note: Certificates are for 12 General Admissions Adventures; no expiration date; Animal
Adventures is open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Donated by: Animal Adventures
E8.
TIPS FROM A MAJOR LEAGUER • Private Baseball Coaching with MLB Pitcher
Archie Bradley
This is your ticket to pitching, fielding, and even batting like a Major Leaguer! Arizona
Diamondbacks pitcher Archie Bradley will spend two hours with one fan, providing priceless
insider tips on how to deliver a fastball, field a line drive, and prepare for the big game as a
part of the MLB. Bradley was drafted seventh overall by the Diamondbacks in the 2011 draft
and made his Major’s debut in April 2015, pitching six shutout innings and striking out six. A
terrific experience for any aspiring player or fan!
Please note: Coaching session with Archie Bradley to take place in the Greater Boston area (exact
location to be determined; must be within the I-495 loop); valid for the off-season only ; exact date
and time to be mutually agreed upon, and based on the availability and travel schedule of Mr. Bradley; valid through April 9, 2017.
Donated by: Archie Bradley
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A CINEMATIC YEAR • A Year of Movies with 104 Tickets to Showcase Cinemas
Whether you’re a fan of comedies or dramas, musicals or adventures, with 104 single
admission tickets to Showcase Cinemas, it’s time to hit the big screen! National Amusements
Showcase Cinemas offer the best in comfort and viewing. You will enjoy the most current movie
releases—again and again!
Please note: Valid through December 31, 2017, on Sundays through Thursdays only; redeemable at
any Showcase Cinemas, excluding Showcase SuperLux in Chestnut Hill; no cash value; Director’s
Halls, Lux Level, IMAX, 3D Films, and other presentations may be subject to additional premium
fee.
Donated by: Showcase Cinemas / National Amusements
E10. STIR, SIP, SOCIALIZE • Cooking Class for Two at Stir Boston
Experience food like never before at Stir! You and a guest will participate in a scrumptious
experience in Barbara Lynch’s unique demonstration kitchen and cookbook store. Socialize,
sip, gather a few cooking tips, and sample various dishes in a unique dining atmosphere.
Topics include: Hands on Pasta Workshop, Latin American Street Food, A World of Israeli
Cooking, and an “Armchair Travel” series on cooking from around the world. A delicious way to
learn more about food and recipes, farmers and winemakers!
Please note: Valid through April 9, 2017.
Donated by: Barbara Lynch
E11. MONUMENTAL EXHIBIT • VIP Tickets to “Megacities: Asia” at the MFA
Marvel at the monumental (sculptures and installations, that is) at the Museum of Fine Arts’
new Megacities: Asia exhibition, on view April 3 to July 17, 2016, with four VIP tickets. The MFA
is a mega-museum in its own right, but this exhibition takes a first-time look at monumental
sculptures and installations from Asian “megacities” (Beijing, Shanghai, Delhi, Mumbai,
and Seoul) and what they convey about their political, environmental, and social conditions.
The works reflect issues in each city, including rural-to-urban migration, consumption,
construction and pollution, while celebrating the vibrancy of the urban environment.
Contemporary South and East Asian art relating to these themes has never before been the
focus of a major exhibition in the United States. (VIP tickets means you can jump ahead for
quick entry on a busy weekend.)
Please note: Valid for the Megacities exhibition and exploration of the complete museum.
Donated by: Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
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E12. A STAR IN THE MAKING • Boston Casting Class for Two
Become a star of the stage or screen with a series of acting classes at Boston Casting. Take
a four-, five-, or six-week acting class, and learn from New England’s most experienced
coaches and performers. Whether you are a first-timer exploring the art of acting, a business
professional enhancing your public speaking skills, or an individual attempting to further a
dramatic career, Boston Casting has got you covered. Lights, camera, action!
Please note: Valid for any four-, five-, or six-week class through Boston Casting; valid through
April 2017.
Donated by: Boston Casting, Inc.
E13. BREWER FOR A DAY • Guest Brewer Experience for Four at the RiverWalk
Brewery (Newburyport)
Brew your own beer as a guest brewer for a day at the RiverWalk Brewery, a microbrewery
in the seaside town of Newburyport. With this hands-on brewing experience, you and three
friends will journey through the brewing process—from milling grain to kegging—while
learning about the history of beer, brewing terminology, and the ingredients used to create the
perfect golden elixir. The perfect group outing with friends—beer growlers included!
Please note: Must be 21 years or older; valid through April 9, 2017.
Donated by: RiverWalk Brewery
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G1.
LUXURY IN ANY SEASON • Deluxe Overnight at Four Seasons Hotel Boston,
Tickets to the Lyric Stage Company of Boston
The elegant Four Seasons Hotel Boston is the definition of Boston luxury. Overlooking the
historic Public Garden, and centrally located to the city’s premier attractions, the iconic hotel
welcomes you and a guest. Stay in a deluxe room for a night to remember in historic Boston,
and greet the new day with a stunning breakfast for two in the casual elegance of The Bristol.
Take in a show at the Lyric Stage Company of Boston. 2016/2017 season highlights include a
Murder for Two, a murder mystery musical, Stage Kiss, a backstage comedy about the perilous
nature of love, and more.
Please note: Valid for a weekday or weekend stay, excluding May, June, December 31, February
14, and Boston Marathon dates; expires April 9, 2017; reservations required and may only be made
60 days prior to the desired date of arrival.
Donated by: Four Seasons Hotel Boston; Lyric Stage Company of Boston
G2.
TANGLEWOOD BOUND • Two Shed Tickets and Behind-the-Scenes Access at
Tanglewood with Radio Host Ron Della Chiesa, Overnight in the Berkshires
(Sunday, July 24, 2016)
This is your ticket (or two) to a great summer experience! Amid the bucolic splendor of
Tanglewood, attend a Boston Symphony Orchestra concert with tickets for the Koussevitzky
Music Shed and VIP access after the show. You will be treated to a program featuring
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, Pastoral, and Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 4. Afterward, join
legendary WGBH Radio personality and “Strictly Sinatra Show” host Ron Della Chiesa for a
behind-the-scenes tour of the broadcast booth and a meet-and-greet with the crew. Make it a
weekend with a $300 voucher for overnight accommodations in the Berkshires.
Please note: Tickets valid for the Sunday, July 24, 2016, performance only; advance reservations
required for access to Ron Della Chiesa and the WGBH Radio broadcast booth.
Donated by: Ron Della Chiesa / WGBH
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CLASSICALLY CONTEMPORARY • Tickets to the ICA’s First Fridays, and Drinks
at Bostonia Public House, and Overnight at the Fairmont Copley Plaza
A tour of Boston’s best in contemporary art, classic accommodations, and creative cocktails.
Start out at Bostonia Public House, with its clubby décor on two floors of an historic building
in downtown Boston, for trendy cocktails or a light bite. Then, head to the Seaport to socialize
with the contemporary set at the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston with two tickets to
a First Fridays event, where a rotating mix of hot contemporary trend-setters intermix with
music, cocktails, and atmosphere on the Boston harbor. Wrap up your city night out with a stay
at the luxurious landmark Fairmont Copley Plaza in the Back Bay, boasting an elegant BeauxArts style and head-to-toe renovations in 2012 that add a contemporary twist to the traditional.
Please note: Fairmont Copley Plaza hotel stay valid through April 9, 2017; ICA First Fridays tickets
valid for any First Fridays event through April June 1, 2017; Bostonia certificate valid through
June 9, 2017 and excludes tax and gratuity.
Donated by: Fairmont Copley Plaza; Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston; Bostonia Public House
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G4. A WEEK IN VERMONT • Private Home for Ten in Rural Vermont
Tranquil days and rustic charm epitomize Vermont, and you’re invited! Spend a week away
from it all at a secluded country home in Sandgate, Vermont. The home is on a quiet dirt
road, which meanders through a valley of cornfields, horse pastures, and apple orchards in
the shadow of 2,300’ peaks. The five-bedroom house sleeps 10 and features a fully-stocked
kitchen, three full baths, and a large wraparound deck for relaxing. A Vermont gift basket,
including homemade maple syrup from Two Pigs Farm, fresh fruit, and other local favorites,
will greet you upon your arrival.
Please note: Valid through April 30, 2017; dates to be mutually determined, excluding holidays;
non-smoking guests only; children welcome. Donated by: Adrienne Kimball
G5.
BOSTON BEACON GETAWAY • Overnight at XV Beacon, Dinner and Breakfast at
Mooo….
Boston is full of rich history, and Beacon Hill is no exception. Stay at the boutique luxury
hotel XV Beacon, situated in a 1903 Beaux-Arts building that juxtaposes cutting-edge
technology with extraordinary Jeffersonian styling. XV Beacon is also home to renowned
Boston steakhouse Mooo.... where you will indulge in dinner for two, and enjoy complimentary
breakfast through room service or in the award-winning restaurant.
Please note: XV Beacon overnight valid for a one-night stay in classic accommodations with break
fast for two (up to a $50 value) via room service or in Mooo.... restaurant; certain blackout dates
may apply. Dinner at Mooo.... valid through April 9, 2017, for up to a $150 value, excluding gratuity.
Donated by: XV Beacon; Alexa Demarco, General Manager, Mooo....
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CAMBRIDGE GETAWAY • Overnight at The Charles Hotel, Dinner at Catalyst, and
Culture
Artful dining, culture, and luxury accommodations await in Cambridge. Dine on modern
American cuisine made with locally grown produce and meats at Catalyst, known for its stylish
setting. Stay the night at The Charles Hotel, blending the modern amenities of an upscale hotel
with the charm of an historic grand inn, in a standard deluxe room, including breakfast for
two at Henrietta’s Table. Plus, feed your spirit of discovery at the Harvard Museum of Natural
History with two day passes.
Please note: Reservations at The Charles Hotel stay is subject to availability and blackout dates
may apply; breakfast at Henrietta’s Table includes gratuity; valid through April 9, 2017. Catalyst gift
card redeemable for food, beverage, and gratuity.
Donated By: The Charles Hotel; Catalyst; Harvard Museums of Science & Culture
Estimated Value: $654
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ESCAPE TO THE CAPE • Overnight with Breakfast at Chatham Gables Inn
Chatham’s magnificent beaches, stunning ocean views, and quintessential New England main
streets are calling! Escape to the Chatham Gables Inn, a romantic Cape Cod bed and breakfast
in a 170-year-old Sea Captain’s Manse, for an off-season getaway. Your beautifully restored
guest room and a delicious full country breakfast for two will make your stay memorable.
Please note: Chatham Gables Inn one-night stay only valid off-season (September 15, 2016 – October 31, 2016 or April 1, 2017 – May 30, 2017); subject to availability, excluding holidays, and black
out dates may apply.
Donated by: Chatham Gables Inn
G8.
REVOLUTIONARY HOSPITALITY • Overnight Stay at The Inn at Hastings Park in
Lexington
Revolutionary hospitality beckons in Lexington, MA. Discover a contemporary twist on the
traditional at The Inn at Hastings Park, a boutique inn encompassing a lovingly preserved
historical building and barn. Located steps from the Lexington Battle Green, The Inn features
stunning seasonal New England cuisine at Artistry on the Green, with the best in local flavors
and spirits. A revolutionary night away from it all!
Please note: Reservations to include the best available room at the time of check-in; specific room
type cannot be guaranteed; valid through April 9, 2017, based on availability and blackout dates
may apply.
Donated by: The Inn at Hastings Park
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HARBOR OVERNIGHT • Boston Yacht Haven Inn Overnight and Drinks at Legal
Sea Foods
Stay the night at the charming Boston Yacht Haven Inn and Marina on Commercial Wharf. In a
stellar location, the Inn is near the North End and Boston Waterfront and has some of the best
views of Boston Harbor. Walk along the harbor a short hop from the hotel to Legal Sea Foods
for a drink and seafood favorites with your $50 gift certificate.
Please note: Boston Yacht Haven Inn and Marina stay valid through April 9, 2017, excluding July,
August, and holidays; reservations required 30 days in advance. Legal Sea Foods certificate valid
for any Legal Sea Foods location.
Donated by: Boston Yacht Haven Inn and Marina; Legal Sea Foods
G10. BATTERY BEAUTIFUL • Weekend of Pampering at Battery Wharf Hotel and
Exhale Spa
Slow down, exhale, and recharge with this relaxing in-town weekend. Enjoy decadent dining
by morning, relaxing spa treatments by day, and lavish accommodations for two nights at
the Battery Wharf Hotel, Boston Waterfront. Your weekend puts you in the center of Boston’s
oldest neighborhood, the North End, overlooking the water. Indulge in a spa facial and
massage at Exhale mind body spa, plus one complimentary fitness class and two additional
“Friends and Family” class passes.
Please note: Valid through November 10, 2022; subject to availability and blackout dates may apply.
Donated by: Battery Wharf Hotel, Boston Waterfront
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H1.
COPPER CRAFTSMANSHIP • Handcrafted “Dragonfly” Weathervane or Home
Art, and Studio Tour
Go in a new direction with this stunning handcrafted copper “Dragonfly” weathervane or
home art, showcasing exquisite coppersmith detail and bright blue stained glass wings! The
New England Weathervane Shop has the largest collection in the country of working original
antique weathervane molds and bronze patterns. The dragonfly, in many regions across the
world, symbolizes change and self-realization in the quest to understand the meaning of
life. This piece will be perfect atop any roof or as home or garden art. Observe New England
Weathervane Shop’s talented craftsmen create these stunning works of art during a private
studio tour, too.
Please note: Set-ups for installation for both use as a weathervane on the cupola or roof, and as
an in-home or in-garden art piece is included; however, installation services are not included. Date
for the studio tour to be mutually agreed upon and based on availability; limit to four participants.
Donated by: The Webber Family, New England Weathervane Shop
H2.
BACKYARD BEES • Custom Beehive and Beekeeping Services
All abuzz about backyard beekeeping! Be a part of the action with your very own beehive
and beekeeping services from The Best Bees Company, the leading experts in bee health
and advocacy. Bee experts will install a custom beehive at your home (or location of your
choice) and provide one year of beekeeping services, including routine visits, expert advice,
and harvesting and jarring. With non-aggressive Italian honey bees, it’s safe to install a hive
virtually anywhere—in a backyard, on a roof, or even on a windowsill. A collection of honey
cultivated from a Best Bees’ client sweetens the deal, and provides a fascinating glimpse into
how honey from the same hive varies from one season to another.
Please note: Valid for beehive and beekeeping services for the 2016 beekeeping season and for
locations within the I-495 belt of Boston; additional charges may apply if outside the I-495 belt; not
valid for Vermont, northern New Hampshire, northern Maine, or western Massachusetts.
Donated by: The Best Bees Company; Kristine Hoag
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THE GARDNER’S GARDENS • Private Tour of the Gardens and Museum
Admission for Four
Gain rare access to the art and history of the Gardner’s gardens with this private tour for four
with Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Landscape Researcher JoAnn Robinson. A Boston
gem, the Gardner is as famous for its seasonal courtyard garden as it is for its Renaissanceinspired collection of masterworks—from artists including Michelangelo, Titian, Rembrandt,
Holbein, and Sargent. The Gardner Museum’s new wing and refurbished Monks Garden are
also not-to-be missed. Explore the entire museum with four general admission passes.
Please note: Private tour to be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date, based on Ms. Robinson’s
availability; Gardner Museum passes valid for four regular admissions; no expiration date.
Donated by: JoAnn Robinson; Anonymous
Estimated value: $120/ Priceless
H4.
BRING MAUI HOME • Stylish Table and Chairs Set
The stylish Maui collection from Affordable Interior Systems (AIS) is a great addition to your
home. The table and two-chair set is designed with flexible, lightweight materials, and can be
tailored to your aesthetic preferences. The back is available with an optional grey, orange and
green color accent; the chair is offered with or without arms.
Please note: Set will be delivered to the winning bidder on a mutually agreed upon date, following
the event.
Donated by: Affordable Interior Systems
H5.
STYLISH OFFICE SEATING • Two Office or Home Office Chairs from Affordable
Interior Systems
Update your office seating with one Bolton chair and one Upton chair from Affordable Interior
Systems (AIS). The Upton blends comfort with clean lines to create a sophisticated and
understated chair. The Bolton, available with high-back, low-back, and stool versions, is
versatile, fits in any space, and is available in various upholstery options. From the executive
office to the home office, these chairs will have you sitting pretty and comfortably.
Please note: Set will be delivered to one location of the winning bidder’s choice on a mutually
agreed upon date; not available to exchange for alternate models or products.
Donated by: Affordable Interior Systems
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FOR THE LOVE OF FABRIC • Custom Designed and Printed Fabric and Roman
Shades for Your Home
Create and print custom fabric and home décor. Your own personal team of design experts—
including Green Park Studios’ designer Lisa DiAntonio, graphic designer Molly Rappoli, and
Acorn Home & Design Center’s Paula Bakies—will help turn your design inspirations into
reality. Work with Green Park Studios and Molly Rappoli to design and custom-print up to two
yards of fabric, using your favorite design, personal artwork, or inspiration. Acorn Home &
Design Center in Andover, MA, will sew two roman shades with your custom-printed fabric.
Custom creations are only a digital print away—and you are the designer!
Please note: Molly Rappoli will provide a two-hour graphic design consultation to help you turn
your ideas into a design and to assist the winning bidder with simple design work and file prep.
H7.
Donated by: Green Park Studios / Lisa DiAntonio; Acorn Home & Design Center / Paula Bakies;
Molly Rappoli
PERFECT YOUR HOME • Architectural Consultation with Eck MacNeely
Architects
Improve the value and function of your home with a private consultation with Eck MacNeely
Architects. The Eck MacNeely Architects team will spend five hours with you to provide design
insights and ideas on ways to enhance or add on to your home. Get building!
Please note: Consultations valid through April 9, 2017.
Donated by: Eck MacNeely Architects
H8.
BEST BREWER • Keurig 2.0 K200 Hot Brewing System
Fuel your day and brew yourself the perfect cup (or carafe) of coffee (or the beverage of your
choice) in nine different brew sizes with the Keurig 2.0 K200 brewer. This versatile system
features a 2” touch display screen and a separate setting for specialty beverages (such as hot
cocoa, chai, mochas, and more). You can also choose from over 500 varieties of tea, specialty
beverages, and iced beverages to make the perfect cup. Brew what you love, simply!™
Please note: Keurig Carafe and K-Carafe pods are sold separately; the Keurig 2.0 K200 works with
K-Cup pods, K-Mug pods, and K-Carafe pods; no returns or exchanges permitted.
Donated by: Keurig Green Mountain
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MAINE ART • Portland Head Original Watercolor by Artist Amy B. Moran
Artist Amy B. Moran’s watercolors capture the spirit and character of iconic New England
imagery—rocky coastlines, ocean sunsets, and historic lighthouses. Portland Head is a
beautifully colored, original representation of a classic Maine lighthouse on a bright sunny day
with blue skies. Amy is an award-winning watercolorist who draws her inspirations from the
surrounding New England landscape. A lovely addition to any home.
Please note: Not available for exchange.
Donated by: Amy B. Moran
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J1.
STUNNERS • Black Rhodium over White Gold Earrings with Pave Diamonds and
a Center Amethyst
These stunning diamond and amethyst earrings are sure to catch attention. Featuring a large,
show-stopping center amethyst stones surrounded with diamonds, the black rhodium over
white gold earrings will fit with every style. Striking and spectacular!
Donated by: Pageo Jewelers
J2.
PERSONALLY YOURS • Custom Engraved 14K Gold Locket
From engagement and wedding rings to pieces signifying the births of children or honoring
special people, custom engraving personalizes every piece. Treasure this locket with custom
engraving that will make it uniquely yours.
Please note: M.Flynn will create your own custom locket following the Gala; not available for
exchange.
Donated by: M. Flynn Accessories
J3.
HALO, BEAUTIFUL • Classic CZ Halo Necklace from Crislu
Donated by: Crislu
J4.
CLASSIC STUDS • Princess Cut CZ Earring Studs from Crislu
Donated by: Crislu
Shine and shimmer with this chic cubic zirconia Halo square necklace. With graceful elegance,
the necklace is a versatile piece that coordinates with any style. Halo, beautiful!
Wear these classic princess-cut studs with jeans or with a formal gown. From high-end
costume jeweler Crislu, the cubic zirconia earring studs will add sparkle to your look!
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GLITZ AND GLAM • Stunning Green Beaded Necklace
Donated By: Sandra’s Jewelry
Estimated Cost: $225
J6.
AMETHYST TRIO • Earrings, Ring, and Bracelet
Donated By: Sandra’s Jewelry
Glamorize your outfit with a beautiful green beaded necklace that will fall along your collar
bones. The unique sterling-silver clasp includes cubic zirconia embellishment that meets at
the back of your neck. This stunning piece will be a head turner for sure.
Stunning. Beautiful. Eye catching costume jewelry. Amethyst, known for its vibrant violet color
is sure to capture the attention of anyone who walks past you. This set includes glistening
amethyst pear shaped earrings, an adjustable amethyst ring, and a silver toned bracelet with
cubic zirconia enhancement. Amp up your outfit whether it’s a night out or a casual dinner with
friends!
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S1.
FORMER PATRIOT • Authentic NFL Jersey Signed by Retired Patriots Player
Jerod Mayo
If you’ll miss seeing #51 when the Patriots defense takes the field next season, this
autographed NFL jersey can help! With the recent announcement of Jerod Mayo’s retirement,
here’s your chance to don his shirt in recognition of years of dedication to the Pats. Well
known for his work ethic, Mayo was the 2008 AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, a 2013 Pro
Bowl team member, and a 2015 Ed Block Courage Award recipient. This is a great piece of
memorabilia for any Pats fan and a perfect way to celebrate a Patriots defensive leader’s great
career.
Please note: Certificate of authenticity included.
Donated by: The Kraft Group; Picture This; Paul McCarron
S2.
A GIANT OF COURAGE AND INSPIRATION • Football Signed by BC Alum, New
York Giants Linebacker, and Wish Grantor Mark Herzlich
Take home an inspiring piece of sports memorabilia with this autographed football by BC
Eagles alum and current New York Giants linebacker Mark Herzlich. A wish grantor and
Make-A-Wish advocate, Herzlich’s courage and perseverance to beat the odds when faced
with serious illness and to follow his passion to play football have earned him many honors
and awards, including the Rudy Award and the ACC’s Brian Piccolo Award in 2010. The NFLer
is a Giant of courage and inspiration who soared like an Eagle to beat the odds in the face of
illness. Herzlich captured his poignant story in a social media post on January 30, 2012: “Two
years ago, I was told I might never walk again. Just walked off the plane in Indy to play in the
Super Bowl.”
Donated by: Wayne Bandini
S3.
I’LL TRADE YOU… • Collection of 300+ Boston Red Sox Baseball Cards (1960s to
1990s)
Baseball cards have inspired collecting enthusiasts young and old. If you’re a Red Sox fan or
an avid collector, you can add some of Fenway’s finest cards to your collection. No need to go
to your local playground to trade for over 300 baseball cards! This amazing set includes Ted
Williams, Carl Yastrzemski, Carlton Fisk, Roger Clemens, Wade Boggs, Curt Schilling, Jerry
Remy, Dennis Eckersley, Tim Wakefield, Mo Vaughn, Butch Hobson, Pedro Martinez, and other
fan favorites.
Donated by: Richard Holland
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Experience for a Child, Infield Grandstand Tickets, and More
One child under the age of 12 will join the Boston Red Sox for a regular season home game
as a “Coaches’ Assistant.” Sit with the coaches during the pre-game ceremony, and let them
know how the team is looking. Walk the lineup cards out to the umpires before the start of the
game, and enjoy the pre-game ritual from the dugout. Then, take in the game with four in-field
grandstand tickets! Receive a welcome message on the scoreboard, and have your photo taken
with Wally the Green Monster. Enjoy a bucket of Hubba Bubba bubblegum for extra baseball
bubble-blowing fun. A dream day at Fenway Park for any young Sox fan!
Please note: Game date to be mutually agreed upon and based on availability; valid for a 2016
regular season home game at Fenway Park only, and excluding Opening Day, New York Yankees,
and Interleague games; batting practice is taken at the discretion of each team’s Manager and is
not guaranteed; scoreboard messages run alphabetically during the middle and end of the second
and third innings.
S5.
BATTER, BATTER, SWING • MLB Baseball Bat Signed by Red Sox World Series
Champion Xander Bogaerts
A member of the 2013 Red Sox World Series Champion team, shortstop Xander Bogaerts is a
rising star. In 2015, Bogaerts led the Red Sox with a career-high .320 average, finished second
in the American League in hits and batting average, and won the 2015 AL Silver Slugger Award
at shortstop. Hit it out of the park with an authentic MLB baseball bat autographed by Xander
Bogaerts—a gift that’s sure to be a hit with Red Sox fans of all ages.
S6.
HOME RUN • Boston Red Sox EMC Club Tickets Behind Home Plate, and Parking
(April 27, 2016)
Close enough to call it, these EMC Club tickets right behind home plate put you in striking
distance of the players and the ump! Watch the Red Sox take on the Atlanta Braves from
behind home plate with these four EMC Club tickets on Fenway’s lower level. The EMC Club
provides incomparable views, padded seating, fine dining, and three full-service bar areas. VIP
parking included. Get ready for the first pitch across the plate at 7:10 p.m.
Please note: Valid for Wednesday, April 27, 2016 game only; food and beverage service not included; EMC Club opens two hours prior to the game and remains open one hour following the last out;
business attire recommended.
Donated by: Giant Glass / Safelite AutoGlass
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MONSTER MARATHON • Four Front-Row Green Monster Seats on Marathon
Monday (April 18, 2016)
Cheer on the Sox from the best view of the ballpark in the front row atop Fenway Park’s Green
Monster. With this Marathon Monday Green Monster package, you and three friends will watch
the Sox take on the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday, April 18, 2016—Patriots’ Day and Marathon
Monday. See all the action from these four front-row Green Monster seats (first pitch at 11:05
a.m.), and bring along your mitt to catch home run balls!
Donated by: Richard P. Ryan
S8.
LOAD THE BASES • Four Field Box Tickets to Red Sox vs. Atlanta Braves
(Wednesday, April 27, 2016)
Play ball! Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at 7:10 pm you and three guests will take to your seats at
the renowned Fenway Ballpark. Grab a Fenway Frank and sit back and relax in Field Box 66,
Row E, seats one through four. Embrace your inner singing talents and join the crowd in the
iconic Sweet Caroline!
Please note: Valid for Wednesday, April 27, 2016 game only; food and beverage service not included.
Donated By: Jim and Stacey Higgins
S9.
HEADS UP • Two Tickets to Boston Red Sox Game on Marathon Monday
(April 18, 2016)
Bring your glove and get ready to snatch some foul balls from these two seats between third
base and left field at the Sox vs. Blue Jays game on Marathon Monday, April 18, 2016. Take
advantage of the “Royal Rooters” Club allowing for private entry (use Gate “B”) two hours
before and one hour after the game, complete with multiple flat screen TVs, a full bar and
casual restaurant, and cool memorabilia on display. Be in your seats by 11:05 a.m. to witness
the first pitch.
Please note: Valid for the Monday, April 18, 2016 game only; for private entry, use Gate B; Royal
Rooters Club is open two hours before game time and one hour after.
Donated By: Slattery’s Restaurant / Dave and Donna Celuzza
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S10. FENWAY DUGOUT • Four Dugout Tickets to Boston Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay Rays
(Thusday, April 21, 2016)
Play hooky and grab three friends, and make your way to the ballpark on Thursday, April 21, at
1:35 p.m. to watch the Sox take on the Rays during a Thursday afternoon at Fenway Park. You’ll
be close to the action from these seats in Dugout Section 30. Heads up!
Please note: Valid Thursday, April 21, 2016 game only; seats located in Dugout Section 30, Box D75,
Row 1 and 2, seats 1 and 2.
Donated By: Affordable Interior Systems
Estimated Cost: $1,150
S11. IN THIS CORNER • Train Like a Boxer at Peter Welch’s Gym, Plus Boxing Gloves
and Swag Knock off the pounds! Get in top shape! You’ll be highly focused with this three-month allaccess membership and 10 private personal training sessions at South Boston’s premier
boxing and fitness gym, Peter Welch’s Gym. Boxers are the best-conditioned athletes in the
world, training with a combination of strength, speed, stamina, balance, and agility, and
supported by mental conditioning. Peter Welch’s Gym trains members like boxers. It’s your
turn in the ring! Included are unlimited fighter conditioning, strength, and technique classes—
and a cool swag bag. All abilities and levels welcome.
Please note: Valid through April 9, 2018
Donated by: Peter Welch’s Gym
S12. RIDING HIGH • 2016 Specialized Vita Medium Woman’s Bicycle Take to the wide open road ahead! Wheelworks Belmont/Somerville, a neighborhood bike
shop serving the greater Boston cycling community since 1977, has the perfect bike for you.
The 2016 Specialized Vita medium woman’s bicycle is a versatile, easy-riding hybrid bike and
a light, comfortable companion for you and the road. Wheelworks will provide a custom bike
fitting to ensure maximum comfort and performance.
Please note: Bicycle provided in a medium size; available to exchange for type and size.
Donated by: Wheelworks Belmont/Somerville
S13. HAT TRICK, PLUS ONE • Four Tickets to a Boston College Hockey Game
You and three friends will take in the heat of the action on the cold ice with four tickets to see
the nationally ranked Boston College hockey team check, skate, and score their way to hopeful
victory this upcoming, 2016-2017, season. Go Eagles!
Please note: Game date to be mutually agreed upon and based on availability and the announcement of the final 2016-2017 schedule.
Donated by: The Flynn Family
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S14. EASTWARD HO! • Golf Threesome on Cape Cod (Chatham, MA) The best in golf awaits with this Cape Cod golf experience. Hit the links at the legendary
Eastward Ho! Country Club—known for its challenging terrain and unparalleled views—with a
round of golf for three with a club member. It’s finally time to drive, putt, and relax in Chatham.
Please note: Eastward Ho! golf date and time to be mutually agreed upon; valid during the summer
season or on an off-season weekend, although off-season availability may be limited.
Donated by: Mark and Jennifer Herman
S15. PGA PLAY • Golf Threesome at Salem Country Club (Peabody, MA)
Host of the 2017 U.S. Senior Open, the memorable course at Salem Country Club in Peabody,
MA, is consistently listed among Golf Digest’s “Top 100 Golf Courses.” Round up three golfers
and join a club member for a round of golf at the challenging Donald Ross-designed course.
Please note: Date and time to be mutually agreed upon and subject to availability of the Salem
Country Club member and course; valid for play through March 9, 2017.
Donated by: Gerry Celano
S16. TEE IT UP IN RHODE ISLAND • Golf Foursome at Quidnessett Country Club
(North Kingstown, RI)
You and three friends will enjoy a round of golf at the exclusive, private Quidnessett
Country Club in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Overlooking beautiful Narragansett Bay,
Quidnessett hosted the prestigious RI State 2013 Amateur Golf Championship and the RI Open
Championship in 2004 and 2010. Fore!
Please note: Date and time to be mutually agreed upon and subject to availability and blackout
dates at the Quidnessett course; valid for play through March 9, 2017.
Donated by: Quidnessett Country Club
S17. FORE FOR FOUR • Golf Foursome at Norton Country Club (Norton, MA)
Be prepared to use every club at Norton Country Club’s extremely difficult tract, which
measures 6,546 from the back tees with a rating of 73.4 and a slope of 136, and water on 11
of 18 holes. Opened in 1955, the course was completely redone by architects Brian Silva and
Geoffrey Cornish in 1988, when it was expanded to 18 holes. You and three friends will enjoy a
day on the links at this golf and country club in beautiful southeastern Massachusetts.
Please note: Date and time to be mutually agreed upon and subject to availability and blackout
dates at the Norton Country Club course; valid for play through March 9, 2017.
Donated by: Norton Country Club
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S18. GOLF DUO AN HOUR WEST OF BOSTON • Golf Foursomes at The International
(Bolton, MA) and Sterling National Country Club (Sterling, MA)
Enjoy two rounds of golf at two Massachusetts courses a short hour drive west of Boston:
The Oaks Course at The International Golf Club & Resort in Bolton; and the Sterling National
Country Club in Sterling. The Oaks Course is New England’s only Tom Fazio-designed course.
Sterling National Country Club is an Audubon Certified property.
Please note: Valid for the 2016 season for weekday play (Monday through Thursday) only; blackout
dates may apply and tee times and dates subject to availability; greens and cart fees included; reservations at The International are required within 14 days of the desired date of play.
Donated by: The International Golf Club & Resort; Sterling National Country Club
S19. VIRTUAL LINKS • Two Hours of Play on the Golf Simulator and Lunch at Chip
Shots Grill and Sports Pub
Bring your golf clubs and your appetite, and hit the virtual links at Chip Shots Grill and Sports
Pub in Littleton, MA. For two hours, perfect your swing on one of Chip Shots’ licensed golf
simulators, using state-of-the-art technology to accurately track club speed, ball speed,
and spin—and featuring gigantic 10’ x 12’ projection screens in a semi-private golf simulator
room. Choose from 29 golf courses, including the “Infamous 18.” Stay energized with a $50
gift certificate to dine at the pub, known for its handmade pizzas, original pizza sauce, chicken
wings, and more.
Donated by: Chip Shots
S20. SOX SPRING • Four Field Box Tickets to Boston Red Sox vs. Cleveland Indians
(Saturday, May 21, 2016)
Spend a Saturday spring evening at the ballpark with these four Field Box seats, located off the
third base line, to see the Sox take on the Cleveland Indians at Fenway Park on May 21, 2016.
Please note: Seats are located in Field Box 60, Row J, Seats 1-4; valid for the Saturday, May 21,
2016, game only.
Donated by: The Colony Group
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TREAT YOURSELF
TY1. SPRING STYLE • Spring Wardrobe with NIC+ZOE
Add some style and a pop of color to your spring wardrobe with this Ombre Rose Scarf from
NIC+ZOE and shop the collection at one of two local stores, Copley Place and the Shops at
Chestnut Hill, or online at www.nicandzoe.com with this $200 gift card. NIC+ZOE’s spring
collection is all about lush textures, light linens, and layers you will want to live in all season
long. Featuring a hand-painted dot design in a warm coral-red hue with ombre fading, the
Ombre Rose Scarf is light and flowy for warmer weather.
Donated by: NIC+ZOE
TY2. DESIGNER GOODS • Tom Ford Designer Perfumes and Sunglasses
One of today’s most influential designers, Tom Ford knows what’s hot! Tonight, go home
with a collection of the best of Tom Ford. Ford’s singular vision of glamour is captured in his
fragrance and eyewear. Looking good!
Donated by: Tannez and Charles Saponaro
TY3. BACKSTAGE BALLET • Tickets and Backstage Passes to the Boston Ballet and
Drinks at Parish Café and Bar
Immerse yourself in the art of ballet with two tickets and VIP, behind-the-curtain, access to a
Boston Ballet performance this season. Following the show, you and a guest will be escorted
backstage for a rare, behind-the-scenes visit to see what happens when the curtain comes
down! Make a night of it with hand-crafted cocktails with $50 at the Parish Café and Bar,
where you can indulge in cocktails reminiscent of the world’s great ballet companies, like the
“Russian Espresso” or the “French 75.”
Please note: Details of the performance will be provided at the Gala; Parish Café and Bar gift card
valid at the Boylston Street location only; no expiration.
Donated by: Tannaz and Charles Saponaro; Parish Café and Bar
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TY4. STRUM FUN • Private Guitar Lessons
It’s never too late to learn to play the guitar! Enjoy two guitar lessons with musician and
guitarist Ksenia Mack of Boston Art Life. Mack gives lessons to players at all levels—anyone
looking to improve technique and expand repertoire—with an emphasis on playing right away
to capture the joy of playing and creating music. Unearth your inner Clapton!
Please note: Lesson dates and times to be mutually agreed upon, based on availability of the instructor; valid through December 2016.
Donated by: Ksenia Mack, Boston Art Life
TY5. IN-HOME MASSAGE • Two 1-Hour Massages from Green Hearts Healing and
Massage Plus Gift Basket
Be pampered without leaving your home! Green Hearts Healing and Massage will come to
you for two one-hour massages. The package includes a gift basket filled with Bath and Body
Works Stress Release Aromatherapy products to help melt away the stress. Ahhh…
Please note: Green Hearts Healing and Massage will travel into and around Boston; contact them
for specifics; valid through Dec 31, 2016; gratuity not included.
Donated by: Green Hearts Healing and Massage; Faye Sahagian
TY6. A BELLA NIGHT OUT • Private Shopping Party at Chel Bella, Drinks at Square
Café (Hingham, MA)
Style and cocktails in Hingham Square! Shop for the season’s latest styles and designer
accessories with a fun night out. Host a private shopping party at Chel Bella, an upscale
women’s boutique in Hingham Square, MA, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on an evening of your
choosing. Your group (up to 20) will have the store to yourselves, private consultations from
on-site stylists, and complimentary light refreshments. A $150 gift certificate for the hostess
and 20% off any purchases for the whole group are included. Afterwards, head over to Square
Café, a boutique-style neighborhood restaurant around the corner (just a two-minute walk) for
drinks and appetizers with a $100 gift certificate.
Donated by: Chel Bella; Square Cafe
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TY7. BEAUTY EXPERTS • Gift Basket and Makeover from Sephora
Treat yourself to the best in high-end beauty. With this gift basket of Sephora’s top products
and a certificate for a custom consultation with one of Sephora’s color specialists, you will
receive a full makeover experience. Please note: Free makeover valid only at the Sephora Natick Mall location; advance reservations
required; please contact Sephora Natick Mall to make your appointment in advance.
Donated by: Sephora Natick Mall
TY8. BEAUTIFUL IN PINK • Jeffree Star Cosmetics, LUSH Products, and
Anthropologie Bath Essentials This collection of beautiful, high-end products from Jeffree Star, LUSH, and Anthropologie will
leave you tickled pink! Jeffree Star set out to create the lightest weight liquid-to-matte lipstick
on the market, and his highly sought after collection will make you stand out. These terrific
lipsticks go on opaque, dry matte, and last for hours! An assortment of great products from
Anthropologie (bath essentials and sugar-based lip scrubs) and from LUSH (100% vegan and
cruelty-free items) will refresh and rejuvenate!
Donated by: Kellie Sahagian; LUSH
TY9. MUSEUMS BOUND • Admission for Two to Boston’s Best Museums
See the best in fine art, history, and contemporary culture with two free admission passes to
the top museums in and around Boston: the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture, Institute
for Contemporary Art/Boston, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Museum of Fine Arts,
Peabody Essex Museum, and the USS Constitution Museum. These museums present some
of the most treasured collections in the world—fine art from the ancient to modern eras,
maritime history, contemporary sculpture and design, and more.
Please note: Passes valid through the end of 2016.
Donated by: Harvard Museums of Science & Culture Museum; Institute for Contemporary Art/
Boston; Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum; Museum of Fine Arts; Peabody Essex Museum; USS
Constitution Museum
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TY10. GIFTS FROM APPLE COUNTRY • Goodies from Idylwilde Farms, Bolton
Orchards, and More
West of Boston, the city opens up to a bucolic area with farms and apple orchards. This gift
basket is a collection of items from Gardner and Bolton, MA—including a gift card for Idylwilde
Farms and assorted items from Bolton Orchards, and more.
Donated by: Eileen Griffin-Wright and Angela Kenney
TY11. BOOK CORNER • Two Medical Thriller Novels Signed by Author Tess Gerritsen,
a Cozy Tea Basket and an Aveda Spa Basket
Cozy up with a warm cup of tea and step into the thrillers of international bestselling author,
Tess Gerritsen, with signed copies of Die Again and Playing with Fire. A basket of tea and other
goodies are included. Die Again invites you to enter the world of Boston homicide detective,
Jane Razolli, and Coroner, Maura Isles (the hit TNT series, Rizzoli and Isles, is based on
Gerritsen’s work). Then, if you dare, follow up with her stand-alone thriller Playing with Fire,
described as chilly and eerie. Gerritsen’s books have sold 30 million copies and been published
in 40 countries around the world.
Donated by: Tess Gerritsen; Faye Sahagian
Estimated value: $135/ Priceless
TY12. GET AWAY FROM IT ALL • Deluxe Massage or Facial, Sauna and Jacuzzi Spa
Experience for Two (Bolton, MA)
Get away from it all! Unwind at Essential Therapies Day Spa, a charming country spa with a
European flair in Bolton, MA. Two deluxe hour-and-a-half facials or massages, in addition
to a relaxing soak in the Finnish log cabin sauna or jacuzzi, awaits you and a friend with your
“Couples’/Girlfriends’ Deluxe Getaway” spa package. Complete with a Bath & Body Works
basket to take your cares away. Relax and let Essential Therapies work their magic!
Please note: Advance reservations requested; valid for one year, through April 9, 2017.
Donated by: Essential Therapies Day Spa; Faye Sahagian
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TY13. GET MOVING • Nike+ FuelBand, Lululemon Yoga Mat, and $100 to The Shoe
Market
Stay in motion with this fantastic sports package. Get decked out with your $100 gift certificate
at The Shoe Market on Derby Street in Hingham, MA (offering shoes and so much more).
Receive a Lululemon yoga mat, and, get moving with a Nike+ FuelBand and measure your
steps with the FuelBand app.
Donated by: Lululemon; The Shoe Market
TY14. HINGHAM GRAB BAG • Massage, Gift Basket, and Dinner
A Hingham grab bag… Treat your weary muscles to a 55-minute massage at Elements
Spa Hingham. Receive a Sephora gift basket of products and a personal make up lesson in
the Derby Street store. And, grab some grub at Hingham’s tried and true Crow’s Landing
restaurant.
Please note: Elements Therapeutic Massage valid through February 2021. Crow’s Landing seating
on a first-come, first-served basis.
Donated by: Elements Massage, Hingham; Sephora Derby Street; Crow’s Landing, Hingham
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WINE & SPIRITS
W1.
RARE BOURBON • Bottle of Van Winkle Special Reserve, 12 Years Old, Lot “B”
Donated by: Joseph and Carol Ryan
W2.
BEST BREW • Top-Rated Vermont-Brewed Craft Brew, The Alchemist’s Heady
Topper
Make any excuse to celebrate with this extremely rare, difficult-to-find bottle of Van Winkle
Special Reserve, 12 Years Old, Lot “B” (750ml). Bottled by the Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery
in Frankfort, Kentucky, the Van Winkle Special Reserve is rated 98 by the Beverage Tasting
Institute and has been heralded as the perfect combination of age and proof, a sweet and
full-bodied whiskey described by some as “nectar,” with an overall impression that is rich and
deep. This package also includes the book Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey: An American Heritage by
Michael R. Veach, a Smathers & Branson key-embroidered and leather flask, and a Van Winkle
Special Reserve baseball hat.
The #1 rated craft beer in the world—consistently ranked 100 out of 100 for taste and style—
The Alchemist’s Heady Topper, an American Double IPA, is tough to find outside Waterbury, VT.
This case is yours to take home tonight. The hoppy brew, heralded for its complex flavors and
aromas, has attracted a cult following, and this is your chance to see why. The brewers label
the can with words of advice: “DRINK FROM THE CAN!” to unleash its sweet, floral, and citrusy
notes with a hint of pine towards the end. So, raise a can and enjoy!
Donated by: Mark and Jennifer Herman
W3.
WINE TOUR • Greenvale Vineyards Private Tour and Tasting (Portsmouth, RI)
Please note: Please contact Greenvale Vineyards at least two week in advance to schedule a date
and time; Saturdays are not available. Logo glasses are not included. Donated By: Greenvale Vineyards
You and nine guests will enter the enchanting Greenvale Vineyards of Portsmouth, RI for a
private tour and tasting. Enjoy the beautiful land and stunning views of the Sakonnet River. You
will get the chance to explore the newly restored stable, which has become a rustic tasting
room. And, of course, grab your glass and taste the delicious wines made from the grapes
grown on the family’s Victorian farm. Visit wine country of New England!
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CHEESE AND WINE, PLEASE • Gift Basket from Formaggio Kitchen and Six Josh
Cellars Legacy Red Bottles
Everything tastes better with cheese! This cheese gift basket from Formaggio Kitchen includes
crackers, pasta, jams, chocolate, a $50 gift certificate, and, of course, cheese. Formaggio
Kitchen brings artisan cheeses from all over the US and Europe to its customers. Six stellar
bottles of Josh Cellar Legacy Red wines rounds out this package - perfect for a gathering of
friends!
Donated By: Formaggio Kitchen; Josh Cellars
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