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a night around the world
the potomac school
W E ST R I V E TO B E L E A D E RS
in our community
A N D L E A D E RS I N O U R M A R K E T
TTR Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to support The Potomac School and their mission
to foster each student’s intellectual development, love of learning, and strength of character by
a spirit of support and challenge. The School’s richly varied curriculum draws students beyond
a mastery of fundamental skills toward the rewards of inquiry, initiative and reflection.
McLean, VA +1 703 319 3344
Dear Potomac Friends,
Welcome to The Potomac School’s 2015 scholarship auction,
Passport: A Night Around the World! Carolyn and I are excited to share this
special evening with you.
This auction is more than a fund-raising event. It has become a muchanticipated Potomac tradition, a chance for members of our community to
come together to enjoy friendship and fun, and to celebrate an educational
mission that we truly believe in and hold dear.
Since 1904, Potomac has provided education that combines intellectual
growth with character development. Our School has prepared thousands of
young people to live healthy, principled, and successful lives. This was made
possible by generations of committed teachers, administrators, and volunteer
leaders – individuals who steadily guided our students, and our School, toward
excellence. Equally critical were the many generous supporters who provided
the means to expand our work and strengthen our mission, year after year.
Today, Potomac continues to benefit from the generosity of parents, grandparents, alumni, faculty, staff,
and friends. Your support of our School, and particularly of this auction, truly does make a difference. The
proceeds from tonight’s event will support student scholarships and faculty professional development –
helping to make a Potomac education available to children who would not otherwise be able to benefit from
one, and ensuring that our classrooms continue to be hubs of creativity, innovation, and joyful learning.
I want to mention that our special focus tonight will be on RAISING THE PADDLE TO FUND POTOMAC
SCHOLARS. During the auction, we will be asked to raise our paddles to signify our support for those
students who require financial assistance to attend Potomac, and for our vital faculty professional
development program. We hope to have 100% participation; please raise your paddle for whatever level you
can give. Your generosity is much appreciated.
In closing, I extend sincere appreciation to our auction co-chairs, Heidi Rodgers, Jennifer Sobich, and Jill
Park Chun, for the incredible energy, enthusiasm, and effort they have devoted to this event. On behalf
of our School and the students that we serve, I thank them and their dedicated committee members for
putting together what promises to be our most memorable and successful auction to date!
With gratitude for your friendship and support,
John Kowalik
Head of School
The 2015 Potomac School Scholarship Auction
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Passport: a night around the world
Dear Friends,
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, welcome to Potomac’s 2015 scholarship
auction, and thank you for your support of this important event!
The proceeds from tonight’s auction will fund student scholarships and faculty
professional development – two areas of ever-increasing importance. Currently,
18% of Potomac’s students receive financial aid. The scholarships that this
event provides help make it possible for these qualified and deserving young
people to benefit from a Potomac education. In addition, this auction supports
our School’s commitment to make professional development opportunities
available to all faculty. A robust professional development program helps
ensure that Potomac can recruit and retain the best teachers – and that
our teachers have their fingers on the pulse of new developments in their
disciplines and in classroom theory and practice.
I join John Kowalik and the entire Potomac community in thanking our auction co-chairs, Heidi Rodgers,
Jennifer Sobich, and Jill Park Chun, for the commitment and creativity that made tonight’s event possible. Their
leadership, and the work that they and their committee members have done reflect outstanding dedication to
our School. We thank them for giving us this fun and festive opportunity to show our support for Potomac!
Again, thank you all for being here, and enjoy the evening.
Sincerely,
Larry Culp
Chair, Board of Trustees
PS: One important part of tonight’s event will be RAISING THE PADDLE TO FUND POTOMAC SCHOLARS.
We’re looking for 100% participation; please raise your paddle to support our outstanding students and teachers!
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Dear Potomac Friends and Family,
Welcome to the 2015 Scholarship Auction! We are excited to
have you join us as, together, we raise critical funds for student
financial aid and faculty professional development. Whether
you can attend the event or would like to participate from afar,
there are many ways to give and all are appreciated.
The theme for this year’s auction is Passport: A Night Around
the World. While it is certain to be a fun event, it is also a
profoundly important one for the success of our Potomac
community.
As we begin this journey, consider these questions: Did you know that one in six students at The Potomac School
is receiving some form of tuition assistance? Did you know that almost every member of Potomac’s faculty is
participating in professional development opportunities this year?
Student scholarships and faculty professional development have been central to The Potomac School’s mission
since its founding in 1904. This auction is the only event held annually specifically to raise funds for these
programs. Whether you can attend or not, we hope you will join many other Potomac families in RAISING THE
PADDLE TO FUND POTOMAC SCHOLARS.
Our auction continues to be successful year after year in large part because of the generosity of our Potomac
families and our community partners. YOU, our supporters, make a difference.
Our auction would not be possible without many hours of volunteer work from many people. YOU, our
volunteers, make a difference.
On behalf of Potomac’s students and teachers, thank YOU for your support!
Sincerely,
Heidi Rodgers, Jennifer Sobich, and Jill Park Chun
2015 Auction Co-Chairs
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What’s
inside
Welcome from Head of School ................................. 1
Welcome from Board Chair .......................................3
Welcome from Auction Chairs ................................. 4
Schedule of Events......................................................5
Online Auction........................................................... 6
Live Auction................................................................ 9
Silent Auction Highlights......................................... 25
Fun With Faculty....................................................... 33
Raffle..........................................................................34
Buy a Spot................................................................. 35
Wine List................................................................... 40
Family and Friends Donors..................................... 42
Business Donors...................................................... 44
Faculty Donors......................................................... 46
Auction Committee..................................................47
Bidding Rules and Guidelines................................. 48
Schedule of
events
Our evening will begin at
6:00 pm with music, drinks,
and hors d’oeuvres. The Silent
Auction will close prior to
dinner, and the Live Auction
will take place while we enjoy
our delicious three-course
meal. Afterward, continue
the celebration on the dance
floor with our fabulous DJ.
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Online auction opens February �, ��!
preview, pre-bid, and bid!
The Auction website allows you to 1) Bid on Online Auction Items, 2) Pre-Bid on Silent Auction
Items, and 3) Preview Live Auction Items.
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Online Auction: Begins February 8 at noon and
will close on February 24 at 10 pm. Winners will be
notified by email immediately following the close of
the Online Auction.
Silent Auction: Begins with pre-bidding online
February 8 at noon through February 24 at 10 pm.
Bidding will continue and close at the Hilton on
February 28 unless the item is purchased through the
“Buy It Now” option. The highest online pre-bid will
become the first bid at the event on February 28th.
Live Auction: Preview all the items available
for bidding at the Live Auction at the event on
February 28. If you would like to place an absentee
bid for a Live Auction Item, email Christine Sharkey
at [email protected] by Thursday,
February 26, 2015 at noon.
Auction Website Instructions
●● Log on to Potomac’s 2015 Auction website:
www.potomacschool.org/auction
●● Click on the “Online Auction” button located on the left-
hand side.
●● Click “Sign In” at the top of the page.
If you signed in last year you will be asked to update
your record. For security purposes, you must enter a new
password. Follow the prompts to enter “Last Name and
Password.”
If you are a new user or if you do not remember your
password, click “Find Existing Record” by typing in the
information requested (last name, first name, address,
email). Your password will be emailed to you so you can
log in.
Once you have received your email with the password, click
on the “Home” tab at the top of the page and enter your
last name and password.
●● Categories will be listed on the left side of the page.
●● Enter your bid amount in the bid box and click “Submit
Online Bid.”
●● An email notification will be sent to you any time you are
outbid on an item. This gives you a chance to revisit your
bids.
●● You may also indicate a maximum bid. The system will
increase your bid automatically until your specified
amount is reached (it will not go over your maximum).
●● If the Item has a “Buy it Now” designation, you can click
“Buy it Now” and you are the automatic winner of that
Item!
●● Review your bid status on the “My Bids” page.
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Only Available
Online
Hundreds of items are available on our Online Auction pages.
We have included a sampling of these items below. Please visit our Online Auction website at
www.potomacschool.org/auction and click “Online Auction.”
Bon Appétit
Pamper Yourself
●● $300 Gift Certificate
●● 1-hour European Facial and
Donated by L’Auberge Chez Francois
and Tiffany and Mark Sherrill
●● $250 Gift Certificate
Donated by Virtue Feed & Grain
●● Gift cards from Clyde’s
Restaurant Group, Cava Mezze,
Passion Food Hospitality, Cafe
Oggi, and many more!
Camps, Classes, and Fun
●● One Week of Girls’ Soccer Camp
at Marymount University for 2
Donated by Gayle Wilson, Head
Coach-Women’s Soccer
●● Two Week Session at Camp Cody
in New Hampshire
Donated by Camp Cody
●● Three Week Sessions of Panther
Passport Camp and Discovery
Camp
Donated by The Potomac School
1½-hour Pedicure and Manicure
Donated by Luigi Parasmo
Salon and Spa
●● Custom Glow in Studio
Donated by Kelly’s Mobile Tan
●● Haircut and Styling
Donated by Colour Bar Studio
●● Gift cards from Vita Surgical
Group, The Artisans of McLean,
and many more!
Parties for Children and
Adults
●● Party (with Shirts and Hats)
for 10
Donated by Five Guys
●● Duckpin Bowling Party for 18 at
Congressional Country Club
Donated by Elizabeth and Steve
Yeonas, Jeff Lovallo, and Annie and
Patrick Pacious
Experiences
Sports
●● Admission for 4 to Madame
●● Two 1-Hour Personal Training
Tussauds
Donated by Madame Tussauds
●● 2 Spaces on a Half-Day Tubing
Trip
Donated by River Riders
●● Lunch and Tour with
Capital Weather Gang Chief
Meteorologist and Potomac
Alum Jason Samenow
Donated by Jason Samenow ’94
Sessions with a 1-Hour
Therapeutic Massage
Donated by True Fitness and
Nutrition
Exclusively Upper School
●● A Day in the Life of a Reporter
Donated by The Daily Caller
●● Virginia New Driver Education
Training Package
Donated by I Drive Smart
●● 20 Hours of Online Private
Tutoring
Donated by Revolution Prep
●● Shadow CyberKnife Expert
Dr. Greg Gagnon for a Day
Donated by Wendy and Greg Gagnon
●● Lunch Delivery for Your Upper
Schooler and 9 friends Every
Wednesday in May
Donated by Jill Park Chun and Dan
Chun, Heidi and Randy Rodgers, and
Jennifer and Peter Sobich
●● Private ACT and SAT Tutoring
Program
Donated by Top Score Education
… and much more!
●● Two Tickets to a Bowie Baysox
Baseball Game
Donated by Bowie Baysox Baseball
Club
●● 10-Class Pack
Donated by Down Dog Yoga
●● Admission for 4 to Mount
Vernon Estate and Gardens
Donated by Mount Vernon
●● Tickets to Luray Caverns, Metro
Stage, The Adventure Park, and
many more!
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Full Service Medical Spa
Skin Cancer Screenings
Facials/Waxing/Peels
Cosmetic Dermatology
Open Evenings & Weekends
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ITEM #1
Live Auction
Jayson Werth Baseball Outing — A Once-in-a-Lifetime
Experience
Enjoy four tickets to a 2015 Nationals home game, courtesy of Nationals Right Fielder and Potomac parent Jayson Werth. These
seats are located in the Diamond Club. All food and drinks are included. Prior to the game, you will have on-field passes to get
an up-close view of batting practice. Don’t leave the field before you meet Jayson Werth and several other beloved Nationals
players. Be sure to bring your camera for this fabulous photo opportunity!
Please contact the donors by mid-July to schedule your visit. Expires August 31, 2015.
Donors: Julia and Jayson Werth
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Live Auction
ITEM #2
Grand Cayman Getaway
Escape to Grand Cayman Island! You will spend
5 nights in a king or 2-queen oceanfront balcony
room on the Club Level, which offers exclusive
concierge service, at the spectacular Ritz Carlton,
Grand Cayman. Simply enjoy the serenity of your
surroundings or indulge in the many activities and
amenities the resort has to offer, including Silver
Rain, a first-class La Prairie spa. Your trip includes
a $300 gift certificate at Seven, a restaurant named
for the famous Seven Mile Beach right outside its
door. Also enjoy complimentary food and beverages
on the Club Level. Those seeking adventure can sail,
snorkel, kayak, or take an excursion led by an expert
naturalist.
Arrangements are subject to availability and must be
made 3 months in advance. Not available on any major holidays.
Donors: Yeseung and Michael Ahn
ITEM #3
Cocktails and Dinner for 10
at the Spectacular Marden House
Overlooking the Potomac River, the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed
Marden House sets the stage for a unique Washington experience.
The evening will begin with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres overlooking
the river as the sun sets on the city. A customized 3-course gourmet
meal, prepared by Occasions Caterers, will follow with wine pairings.
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience a stunning
DC landmark.
Date TBD by winning bidder, homeowner, and Occasions Caterers. Must
be used by February 1, 2016.
Donors: Sarah and Mark Kimsey and
Occasions Caterers
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Live Auction
ITEM #4
8-Night London and Amsterdam Getaway
While you are in London, spend 4 nights at the DoubleTree London. Located
in the heart of the City of London, the DoubleTree London is ideally situated
just minutes from the Tower of London and Tower Bridge. Sightseers will enjoy
visiting London’s many landmarks, including Buckingham Palace, the Houses
of Parliament, the British Museum, Westminster Abbey, and Big Ben. Enjoy the
spectacular views from the hotel’s SkyLounge, then head out for some shopping at London’s famous Harrods or on Bond Street. To top off a perfect day, a
show in close-by Theatreland is a must!
You will also have a chance to visit Amsterdam. Your home for your 4-night/5-day
stay will be a suite at The Dylan Hotel, voted the Netherlands’ Leading Hotel by
the World Travel Awards 2008. Located in an exceptional 17th century landmark
on the Keizersgracht, one of the city’s famous canals, the Dylan is in the heart
of the Nine-Streets shopping district and just a short stroll away from some of
the city’s main attractions. For dinner, don’t forget to visit the hotel’s restaurant,
Vinkeles — recently awarded a Michelin star! During your stay, take in some
of Amsterdam’s historical attractions, such as the fascinating Oude Kerk, a
13th century church with houses clinging to its sides, and the impressive Dam
Square, site of the Royal Palace and many a historical drama. With more than 50
spread out across the city, Amsterdam’s museums are another main attraction:
the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum are not to be missed. A trip to
Amsterdam is not complete without a boat cruise. Spend a romantic evening on
the canals enjoying the illuminated buildings and bridges, or hop on and off the
Canal Bus to get around Amsterdam through its many waterways.
This offer is subject to availability. Expires February 28, 2016 (London).
Expires April 30, 2016 (Amsterdam). Breakfast is included at both hotels.
Donors: Erin Cleary Murtagh ’93 and Hilton Worldwide
ITEM #5
Rocklands Barbeque Party for 50
Summertime and the livin’ is easy… Washington’s #1 barbeque and grilling company will tantalize you
and your guests with a whole barbequed pig or your choice of two meats, a choice of three accompaniments, traditional potato rolls, honey-jalapeno cornbread muffins, and a variety of mini-desserts. Top
it all off with Rocklands Original Barbeque Sauce and a keg-o-beer (your choice). It doesn’t get better
than this!
Not redeemable June 27 - July 7, 2015.
Donor: Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company
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Live Auction
ITEM #6
The Ultimate Napa Experience
Begin this dream vacation for a group of 4 with a night at the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel in downtown San Francisco. Then
spend 3 days in Napa Valley, enjoying unique behind-the-scenes experiences at top wineries and relaxing at the award-winning
Auberge du Soleil Resort. Dine at some of Napa’s finest restaurants, and pamper yourself with relaxing massages while soaking
in the valley’s perfect atmosphere. Package includes two special tours of award-winning vineyards. First, the auction winners
will visit Robert Foley Vineyards. The day will include a VIP tour of the winery and its extensive cave system, housing more than
1,500 barrels, followed by a wine tasting. The next afternoon, the auction winners will visit Long Meadow Ranch. First they will be
chauffeured to the 90-acre Rutherford Estate to tour the estate’s organic vineyards and organic farm. Then it’s up to the 650-acre
Mayacamas Estate ranch, to explore the winery, caves, and home. The visit culminates with a tasting of Long Meadow Ranch’s
complete portfolio of Varietal and Estate wines, followed by the ultimate farm-to-table experience, created by Estate Chef Timothy
Mosblech and paired with Long Meadow Ranch wines.
The following morning, the auction winners will enjoy
Sunday brunch at Bouchon Bistro. Don’t miss this
chance to experience the finest of Napa Valley!
This spectacular excursion is available May 1 through
September 1, 2015. Restaurant and vineyard reservations
subject to availability. Hotel credits are based on average seasonal room rates. Certain peak dates may have
higher rates and require the winner to pay the difference.
Donors: Melissa and Jason Twomey and
Bill and Karen Sonneborn
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Live Auction
ITEM #7
Fund a Scholar
Our students and teachers are Potomac’s most
valuable assets. Help us continue to recruit and
retain the best by raising your paddle in support of
our Fund a Scholar initiative.
The process is simple: During the Live Auction,
you will be invited to make a donation that directly
benefits our student scholarship and faculty
professional development programs. Bidding
begins at the $10,000 level, followed by $5,000,
$2,500, $1,500, $1,000, $500, $250, $100, and $50.
By making a 100% tax-deductible gift – at any
level – you will have a direct, positive impact on
our students and teachers in every division. If you
prefer to support Fund a Scholar at a different time,
you may make your donation when you purchase
your auction tickets or at check-in/check-out on the
evening of February 28.
With your help, we can reach our goal of raising $250,000 for student scholarships and faculty professional development.
Donors: YOU!
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Live Auction
ITEM #8
Spring Break in Provence, France
Spend the second week of Potomac’s 2016 Spring Break in the South
of France! Your home for the week is a fabulous, recently restored farm
house situated in Isle Sur la Sorgue — 50 minutes from Marseilles, 30
minutes from Avignon, and just minutes away from the many villages
of Peter Mayle’s A Year in Provence. This beautiful home is comfortable,
spacious, and fully equipped. It sleeps 11, is perfect for two families
(maximum), and is a short drive to many markets and local attractions.
What could be more perfect?
Available the second week of Potomac’s 2016 Spring Break only (Saturday,
March 19, 2016 – Saturday, March 26, 2016).
Donors: Fran and Ankie Barnes
ITEM #9
Manor House at the Goodstone Inn & Restaurant with
Dinner for 8 Included
Goodstone Inn and Restaurant is situated on 265 unspoiled acres of
Virginia’s Hunt and Wine Country in Middleburg. Four couples will
enjoy a 2-night stay in the Inn’s Manor House, with stunning views
of Goodstone’s beautiful gardens and the rolling hills of Virginia
Hunt Country. The stay includes a private dinner for 8 one evening in
the Goodstone wine cellar and a full country breakfast. While at the
Goodstone, enjoy the beautiful pool, hike the Inn’s 5 miles of trails,
use their mountain bikes, canoe on Goose Creek, go horseback riding
at a nearby stable, enjoy the spa, visit the nearby wineries, or shop at
Middleburg’s boutiques.
Reservations are subject to off-peak availability
between March 1, 2015 and April 1, 2015 or November
24, 2015 and March 31, 2016. Excludes taxes, beverages,
gratuities, and any expense of a personal nature.
Donors: Shelley and Mark Betts,
Goodstone Inn & Restaurant
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Live Auction
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Live Auction
ITEM #10
Entertain up to 50 Guests While Enjoying the Best Food
and View in DC
Overlooking the White House and the Washington skyline, the U.S.
Chamber of Commerce rooftop venue provides the ultimate view of
our city. Pair this with delicious food from award-winning Windows
Catering and you will have a night to remember forever! This package
is available as the ultimate corporate event for 50 people; it includes
use of this very exclusive venue and an Hors D’Oeuvres Reception,
with equipment, table linens, and all wait staff provided.
Date to be determined by winning bidder, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and
Windows Catering. Event will be moved inside in case of rain or upon notice
by the U.S. Secret Service. Expires October 15, 2015, and is limited to 50
adults in business attire. Any alcoholic beverages, floral arrangements, and
other decorations must be arranged and paid for by winning bidder.
Donors: Julie and Andrew Gerstel and Carol and Henry Dinardo of Windows
Catering, Jennifer and Peter Sobich, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
ITEM #11
Private Mexican Paradise
A visual symphony of architecture, gardens, and sea, Casa Tres Soles invites you to
enter into a world of healing serenity and peaceful contentment. On a secluded plateau
overlooking the azure waters of the Pacific Ocean, this extraordinary Mexican oceanfront
villa in Punta Mita is an experience reserved for a discerning few. Staying here ignites a
love affair with Mexico that lasts forever.
Punta Mita is a 1,500-acre village situated on the north end of Banderas Bay,
approximately 10 miles north of Puerto Vallarta. The villa itself is located on a secluded,
beachfront plateau and features 180-degree Pacific Ocean views. A private white sand
beach is just a 30-yard walk away. The villa has 9 suites, a theatre, gym, and spa room.
Package includes 5-day accommodations for 10 lucky guests, plus a staff (including 2
housekeepers, a laundress, a chef, a chef’s helper, a concierge, and 2 waiters) to pamper
them and accommodate their every need. This exceptional villa will accommodate up to
20 guests but winner must pay for additional staff.
Mutually agreeable date. Ground
transportation to/from Puerto
Vallarta International Airport is
provided. Food, beverages, and
gratuities are not included.
www.casatressoles.com
Donors: Anonymous Potomac
Family
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Live Auction
ITEM #12
Farm-to-Table Dinner with Scotch Tasting for 8
at Shepherd’s Hey Farm
Relax with friends in idyllic Comus, Maryland, at Shepherd’s Hey
Farm and enjoy the hospitality of Potomac parents David and Cyndie
Langstaff. This unique evening for 8 people will begin with a farmto-table dinner of fresh meat and in-season produce served with
wine. After dinner, enjoy a tasting of single malt scotches. David’s
robust collection includes magnificent 25, 30, and even 40-year-old
vintages, predominantly from the Islands, rather than Speyside. Scotch
selections will be based on the winning bidder’s interest.
Shepherd’s Hey Farm is located about 45 minutes from The Potomac
School, near Sugarloaf Mountain.
Guests consuming any alcohol must plan to have transportation to and from the farm. There is no smoking allowed at the farm.
Expires February 28, 2016; date set to be mutually convenient for the winning bidder and the donors.
Donors: David and Cyndie Langstaff
ITEM #13
Adventure in Beijing, China
Don’t miss this spectacular trip to Beijing, China!
Spend 4 nights in luxury 5-star suite
accommodations for a family of 4. Your visit will
include a special Peking duck dinner at Da Dong
Roast Duck Restaurant, known for serving the
best Peking duck in Beijing. Spend your days
traveling with your personal tour guide to Beijing’s
renowned palaces, temples, gardens, and museums.
Suggested destinations include the Forbidden City,
the palace compound that was home to emperors
of the Ming and Qing dynasties; nearby Tiananmen
Square; the Summer Palace, a breathtaking Imperial
garden; the Great Wall of China; the Temple of
Heaven; Beijing Hutongs, distinctive alleys formed
by rows of traditional courtyard residences; and Beijing National Stadium (also known as the Bird’s Nest) and Beijing National
Aquatics Center (also known as the Water Cube), each of which featured prominently in the 2008 Summer Olympics.
Package includes transportation for 7, including to/from the airport, an English-speaking tour guide, breakfast for 4 at the hotel
for 4 mornings, special welcome dinner at Da Dong Roast Duck Restaurant, and travel insurance. Other meals, tips for the tour
guide, and venue admission tickets not included.
Package is valid through February 28, 2016 but not available April 20, 2015 through May 10, 2015 and September 20, 2015 through
October 10, 2015. Please give at least one month notice before the trip.
Donors: Sophia and Bin Jin and Siuyu Lo and Jing Rao
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Live Auction
ITEM #14
The Ultimate Night of “Southern Fun”
Throw a Southern Fun all-inclusive dinner party for
40. Your crowd will be treated to 3 each of starters,
salads, sides, main courses, and sweet treats.
Options include such mouth-watering choices as
crab cakes with fresh remoulade, southern shrimp
and grits, and award winning barbecue! Beer and
soda are also included. Bootheel Catering will
provide the necessary staffing to set up, serve, and clean up your party. All you have to do is pick a location, invite your friends,
and have a perfect night of Southern Fun!
Staffing for up to 5 hours included. Additional staff time will be billed. Includes all disposables necessary but winner may upgrade
to silverware, glassware, and china for a fee. May also add guests for a fee. Beyond a 10-mile radius of Arlington, VA may incur
additional charges. Must give 20 days’ notice of desired date. No holidays or holiday weekends. Proceeds rain or shine. Expires
February 28, 2016.
Donors: Ginna Young Newton ’83 and David Newton, owners of Bootheel Catering
ITEM #15
Sotheby’s Exclusive New York City Luxury Package
Experience an ultimate behind the scenes luxury
visit for three days in New York City. Fly first class
from Washington DC to New York City, where your
private car and driver will deliver you to the glamorous Park Hyatt Hotel, the glittering new five-star
flagship on West 57th Street. That evening, settle
into center orchestra seats to see 2013 Tony Award
Best Musical Winner, Kinky Boots — or the show of
your choice. The next morning, after breakfast at
your leisure, your driver will deliver you to Sotheby’s
where you will enjoy a behind the scenes tour of the
world’s most renowned auction house, including
Sotheby’s Wine Department, where Eli Rodriguez,
one of America’s leading wine experts, will take you
for a guided tour. Following the tour, it’s off to Fifth Avenue for lunch at the Penthouse
Restaurant at Bergdorf Goodman. After lunch, a $500 gift certificate for Bergdorf’s will
help you purchase the perfect memento of your trip. Later that evening, enjoy a romantic
dinner at famed Iron Chef Mario
Batali’s Babbo Ristorante. Your
final morning, after breakfast at
your leisure, your private car and
driver will deliver you back to the
airport for your first class flight back to Washington.
Donors: TTR Sotheby’s International Realty,
Mark Lowham and Joe Ruzzo
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ITEM #16
Parking Space for a Potomac Parent
Imagine arriving on campus on the busiest days of the year and parking in your very own reserved
parking spot. Whether you’re carrying a large load or trying to get good seats, you won’t regret this
purchase! If you want to give your favorite faculty member
something special, you can bid on an additional space in our
Silent Auction.
The parking spot must be used by a parent and cannot be used
by a student. Parking space valid from March 30, 2015 through
February 27, 2016.
Donor: The Potomac School
ITEM #17
Outer Banks Luxury Beach House
Luxuriate for a week in style at Casa Blanca, a spectacular 7000 square
foot, 9-bedroom oceanfront beach house on the outer banks of North
Carolina. Winner of “Best Remodel” and “People’s Choice” awards in
the Parade of Homes Tour, Casa Blanca boasts panoramic views of
both the Atlantic Ocean and the Currituck Sound, which will give you
countless enjoyable Carolina sunrises and sunsets. This magnificent
home sleeps 28 and is equipped with an elevator, making it perfect
for a large family gathering or even your extended Potomac family and
friends!!!
Amenities include: State-of-the-art Theatre Room with 110-in. screen,
3-D projector, butt-kicker seats, and Sports Bar complete with multiple
plasma flat screen TVs, pinball, Pacman, foosball and pool table for
all the fun and games you can pack into your stay. Enjoy the private
heated swimming pool, and the two high end Sojourn hot tubs, which
will provide relaxing and fun times after a walk on the 3 1/2 mile private
beach. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with Jenn-Aire smooth cook
top, 2 convection ovens, 2 dishwashers, an ice maker, and granite
countertops. A complete list of features and amenities can be found at
www.potomacschool.org/auction (click “Online Auction”) and on our
website at www.obxpineisland.com.
During your stay, set aside a morning or afternoon to learn about the unique eco-system of Currituck Sound, and to pamper
yourself at the newly renovated Sanderling Resort and Spa. Your exclusive, behind-the-scenes escorted tour includes a visit
to the historical hunting lodge, a look at the waterfowl impoundments, and a walk through the magnificent maritime forest
located just across from Casa Blanca at the Donal C. O’Brien Jr. Sanctuary and Audubon Center. When it’s time for your pampering, you will completely enjoy your visit to the award-winning spa at the Sanderling Resort, complete with a certificate for
one of their Signature treatments. At the Sanderling, the treatments are coastal and seasonally inspired, and designed to relax
and rejuvenate you during your stay in the Outer Banks.
Available during the second week of Potomac’s Spring Break for 2016 (Saturday to Saturday, March 19 – 26, 2016) or Saturday to
Saturday, October 29 – November 5, or November 5 – 12, 2016. Corresponding 2015 dates may also possible, based on availability.
Contact donor as soon as possible to make arrangements. No Smoking. Parking for 9 vehicles. Dogs welcome.
Donors: Diane and Troy Watkinson
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ITEM #18
CXIII REX - Dinner, Cigars, and Scotch for 12
Entertain 12 friends or clients at this exclusive members-only cigar club in historic
Old Town Alexandria. Travel to this historic 18th century building via private roundtrip transportation. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a quick ride up the access-only
elevator, which will take you into the exclusive club. Your evening begins with a
delicious meal and wine from their extensive wine collection, selected by the donors.
After dinner, relax on the leather couches and enjoy the warmth of the fireplace as
you taste cigars from a private humidor locker. Explore their vast scotch collection
with a tasting of premium scotch whiskey and single malt scotch. An evening not to
be missed.
Round-trip transportation from a single location. Must contact Jill Park Chun for a
mutually agreeable date at least one month prior to desired date.
Donors: Mary and Heather Cheney, Dan Chun and Jill Park Chun
ITEM #19
Jackson Hole One-Week Ski Package
Your home for this amazing ski trip will be a condominium in Spring Creek Ranch, located on a wildlife sanctuary almost 1,000
feet above the town of Jackson, with spectacular views of the entire Teton Mountain Range. The two-story unit sleeps 4–6 people
in two bedrooms upstairs and a queen Murphy bed and pull-out couch downstairs. The condominium has two full baths.
This package also includes dinner
for 4 at a local award-winning
restaurant, The Granary, where
you can watch the sunset over the
Grand Tetons through the floor to
ceiling windows. Take advantage
of a variety of wonderful activities
available in beautiful Jackson Hole.
Enjoy skiing and snowboarding,
ice skating and snow tubing,
photo safaris with the Spring
Creek naturalist, visiting the Elk
Refuge, and a trip to the National
Museum of Wildlife Art.
Times are available throughout the next year by mutual agreement with the owners – except summer (June 1 - August 31, 2015) and
Christmas week (December 24, 2015 - January 1, 2016). You can choose a week during Jackson Hole’s great winter skiing season
(including the long weekends of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Presidents’ Day in 2016) or Potomac School’s Spring Break in either 2015
or 2016.
For a full list of amenities, visit Potomac’s online auction website at www.potomacschool.org/auction and click “Online Auction.”
Donors: Michele-Anne and Mac Riley
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ITEM #20
Fabulous “French Versus American” Wine Tasting Dinner
for 8 in Your Home Catered by Susan Gage Caterers
This item is back by popular demand, due to its ever-increasing success! A gourmet
meal will be prepared in your home and served to your guests, along with a
customized selection of amazing French and American wines. The theme of this
evening is taken from the landmark tasting in 1976 called the Judgment of Paris, in
which French experts agreed that the California wines that they had tasted “blind” were better than the French. The result was
a blow to French national pride that shocked the country’s wine industry. During the evening, you and 7 of your friends will
reenact the Judgment of Paris. American and French wines will be pitted against each other, and you and your guests can judge
which ones are better! The wine-tasting dinner will take place in your home, where you can relax as local favorite Susan Gage
Caterers orchestrates the evening, pampering you and your guests with a unique five-course tasting menu and excellent service
throughout. Our only request is that you “blind” taste and report your results. Will the Americans prevail again? Cheers and
Bon Appetit!
Gratuity not included. Not available on any Saturday night or during the Thanksgiving to
Christmas holiday season.
Judgment of Paris Wine List
1996 Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin La Grande Dame Champagne • 2007 Domaine Jean
Chartron Chevalier-Montrachet Clos des Chevaliers • 2012 Kistler Chardonnay Sonoma
Mountain • 2001 Château Péby Faugères • 2005 Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red • 2011
Quilceda Creek Palengat Red Wine • 2009 Château Malescot St. Exupéry • 2006 Pierre
Damoy Chambertin • 2012 Antica Terra Pinot Noir Botanica
Donors: Brothers Jeffrey and Andy Holtman and Susan Gage Catering
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ITEM #21
Four Night Stay for 2 in Playa Cativo, Costa Rica
Experience a taste of Paradise and unimaginable
wildlife adventures in this extraordinary first-class
Costa Rican destination! Accessible exclusively
by boat, Playa Cativo Eco Lodge is nestled in the
tranquil waters of Golfo Dulce, in southern Costa
Rica. Playa Cativo is a seven room luxury lodge on
1,000 private acres and three kilometers of pristine
shoreline. Experience the perfect romantic getaway
with a four-night stay for two at the lodge. Included
is our Meet and Greet at Golfito’s airport with
round-trip boat transfer from Golfito to the lodge.
Three à la carte, multi-course meals per day at El
Gavilán Restaurant and one romantic dinner under
the stars, including a bottle of wine. Also included
is a romantic forest waterfall excursion, an organic
farm guided expedition, a standup paddle board
class and an adventure tour, use of kayaks, standup paddle boards, snorkeling gear and concierge service is also included.
Reservations subject to off-peak Green Season availability between May 31, 2015 and October 31, 2015. Does not include 13% tax,
beverages, gratuities and any expense of a personal nature.
Donor: Shelley and Mark Betts
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Silent Auction
Below is a sampling of the many Silent Auction items up for bid. A full listing can be found
online at www.potomacschool.org/auction. Click the “Online Auction” button. Online bidding
for all Silent Auction items begins at noon on February 8, 2015, and bidding closes at the event
on February 28, 2015.
EXPERIENCES AND DINING
Go Behind the Scenes at CNN’s Situation Room
Join a Senior CNN Producer and get a sneak peek at the exciting world
of broadcast news. Visit the set of The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer,
watch the day’s news come together in the bustling news room, and see
talent get prepped in the green room. This experience is available for 4
lucky people on a date to be determined by the winner and CNN staff.
Scheduling must be approved by CNN staff.
Donor: CNN
Front-Row Seats for Potomac’s
2015 Graduation
One lucky family will win 4 front-row seats, reserved in their name, for this year’s graduation ceremony.
This is a great opportunity to guarantee the best seats in the house for this once-in-a-lifetime event for
your child!
Donor: The Potomac School
Dinner for 4 at Per Se in New York City
Per Se, located in the Time Warner Center at Columbus Circle, is the urban interpretation of the famous The French Laundry,
run by chef Thomas Keller. Each day, the chefs at Per Se create two 9-course menus, a Chef’s Tasting Menu and a Vegetable
Menu, in order to give diners a series of small, focused dishes that feature distinct ingredients. Per Se has been awarded the
prestigious Michelin three-star rating every year since 2005. Enjoy dinner for 4 with wines included.
Reservations are required and taken one month in advance.
Expires January 14, 2016.
Donor: The Twomey Family
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Silent Auction
Two Tickets to a 2015 Summer Performance of Your Choice,
plus VIP Treatment at Wolf Trap
Enjoy 2 premium tickets to any Filene Center
performance of your choice during the Summer
2015 season, plus a VIP experience with VIP Parking
and 2 guest passes for Wolf Trap’s Encore Circle VIP
Lounge, where you will enjoy the following:
●● a casual, air conditioned, and private facility for
relaxing throughout the evening;
●● complimentary beer, wine, coffee, tea, soft
drinks, and light snacks;
●● dessert and coffee after the performance; and
●● private restroom facilities just a short walk from
the Filene Center.
Subject to availability at time of redemption. Contact Wolf Trap by May 1, 2015.
Donor: Wolf Trap
Dinner for 4 at DC Hotspot, Fiola Mare
Voted one of DC’s best new restaurants, Fiola Mare is the place to be.
This is a great opportunity for 4 people to experience it in style. Enjoy
a tasting dinner created by Chef Fabio Trabocchi, to be paired with
Italian wines.
Does not include tax or gratuity. Not valid on weekends or special holidays.
Only valid at Fiola Mare. Expires February 28, 2016.
Donors: Fiola Mare and Sarah and Mark Kimsey
Tickets to the Taylor Swift Concert at Nationals
Stadium on July 13, 2015
Enjoy 2 primo tickets to see Taylor Swift’s 1989 World Tour live at
Nationals Park on July 13, 2015. Taylor Swift is a seven-time GRAMMY
winner and the best-selling digital music artist of all time. Her highly
anticipated 1989 World Tour, featuring hits from her recently released
album, 1989, is sure to please music lovers young and old!
Donors: Susan Kaplan and Matthew Gerson
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Silent Auction
Lebanese Dinner for 10
An evening to remember will be all yours with an authentic Lebanese
dinner for 10 prepared by Potomac parents Frieda and Pierre
Abushacra and delivered to your home. The meal will include Mezze
starters, a main dish of lamb and Middle Eastern rice, Lebanese
Peasant Salad and, last but not least, a delicious sweet cheese pie in
syrup. Enjoy!
Menu can be altered to suit dietary restrictions. Contact the donors for a
mutually agreeable date.
Donors: Frieda and Pierre Abushacra
A Must for the Movie Enthusiast!
This movie premiere package includes two passes to pre-release screenings of 10 to 12
Twentieth Century Fox movies (“Family Passes” will be made available for family-themed
movies). Package includes pre-screening cocktail receptions and a meal (passed heavy
hors d’oeuvres and food stations or sit-down buffets) and private parking at each event.
Most screenings take place at the Motion Picture Association of America 3-D theatre; a
few will take place at other private venues in Washington, DC.
Donors: Carol Ann Bischoff and Mike Regan
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National Geographic Junior Executives
Rolling! That’s a cut! Eight lucky students will
become National Geographic WILD Channel Junior
Executives for the day. They will be actively involved
with show ideas and pitches, programming and
scheduling, innovative camera design, and more.
Schedules permitting, the Junior Executive group
will visit the magazine’s children’s department and
the map department, and go home with a bag of TV
goodies. Lunch with National Geographic Society
Chairman John Fahey will also be provided.
Limited to 8 Middle, Intermediate or Upper School
Students. Start time is 9:30 am; end time is 12:30 pm.
Lunch will be provided so please disclose any allergies
to National Geographic prior to the visit.
Donor: National Geographic
Dinner for 10 at Sakura Japanese Steak and Seafood
House and Sushi Bar
Sakura will provide dinner for 10, Hibachi style, with food prepared
with great care and beautifully presented. The freshest ingredients will
be combined in ways that delight the eyes as well as the taste buds.
Reservation required. Certificate includes soft drinks and desserts.
Alcoholic beverages are not included.
Donors: Kyung and Marc Ha, Sakura Japanese Steak House
GETAWAYS
August Red Sox Weekend for 4 in Boston
Spend a weekend in Boston with your family or friends before the summer ends with this
fabulous weekend getaway for 4 in Boston. This great package includes a suite at the Lenox Hotel
in the Back Bay for two nights, a tour of Fenway Park, four tickets to
see the Red Sox take on the Mariners on August 15 at Fenway Park
(seats are second row, directly behind the Red Sox dugout), and a $200
gift certificate for dinner at Grill 23 Bar & Restaurant. What could be
better?
Baseball tickets will be available at the end of March. Contact the donors
to make arrangements for tickets and stadium tour. Advance reservations
for hotel and restaurant are required and should be made as soon as
possible. Restaurant certificate does not include tax or gratuity.
Donors: Melissa and Jason Twomey
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One-Week Getaway at Deep Creek Lake
Eight guests will spend an unforgettable week in the Admiral’s Cottage
at Deep Creek Lake in the mountains of Western Maryland. The fully
appointed Admiral’s Cottage includes a movie theatre, Jacuzzi, and
pool table for your recreational pleasure. You may enjoy biking or
playing on the lake during a warm season or choose a week in winter
and ski at the nearby Wisp Resort.
Available any time of year, based
on a mutually agreed-upon
date. Refundable security
deposit of $250 required. Expires
February 28, 2016.
Donor: Lily Gunn
Four Nights at The Waldorf Astoria - Orlando and Four Disney Park Hopper Passes
Spend four nights in a Deluxe Suite with a double
queen connecting room at the Waldorf Astoria
- Orlando, a luxury central Florida resort just
minutes from Disney, featuring a spa, pool,
fitness center, and golf course. After
you relax, spend a day at the Magic
Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios,
and Animal Kingdom with four one-day
Disney Park Hopper passes.
Disney Park Hopper passes expire on January 7, 2017,
and cannot be upgraded or applied toward a package
to meet eligibility requirements. Hotel based upon
availability and inclusive of room, tax, and resort fee only.
Donors: Waldorf Hilton and Disney Parks
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Silent Auction
One-Week Stay on Amelia Island
Enjoy a one-week vacation rental in this beautiful,
remodeled 2-bedroom beachfront cottage on the
north end of Amelia Island. Within walking distance
of restaurants, miniature golf, and a seasonal water
slide, the peaceful setting of this cottage is just a
short drive or bike ride to downtown Fernandina
Beach in Florida.
Based on availability and must be a Saturday to
Saturday rental. Maximum 4 guests. Pets are possible
with permission. Airfare or ground transportation to
Florida not included.
Donors: Jill DeTemple and Gordon O’Brien
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SPORTS
Watch the Nationals from behind Home Plate in the Presidents Club
Take me out to the ballgame! Enjoy a
Nationals game in the 2015 season from
these 4 fabulous second row Presidents Club
seats behind home plate. Parking and
dinner are included.
Date to be mutually agreed upon.
Donors: Sarah and Mark Kimsey
See the Wizards from VIP Seats
Cheer on the Wizards during a 2014/15 game with
these 4 incredible VIP floor seats, second row
baseline. Enjoy a VIP parking pass at the Verizon
Center, unlimited food and drinks, and VIP lounge access.
Final home game of the season is April 12, 2015. Mutually
agreeable game date.
Donors: Karen and Bill Sonneborn
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Fun withFaculty
They teach, support, and inspire our children every day! Now, they are going an extra mile to donate their time for our
Fun with Faculty! Don’t miss your chance to bid on these amazing items below, all donated by our wonderful faculty
and staff.
Bidding opens online February 8, 2015 at noon and closes at the end of the Silent Auction at the event on February 28, 2015.
Visit the website at www.potomacschool.org/auction (Click “Online Auction”).
Head of School
Middle/Intermediate/Upper School and
Athletics
●● Baseball Game with John Kowalik
●● Outing with Mr. Mathews
Lower School
●● Gourmet Dinner for 10 at a Family’s Home cooked by
Sra. Maxson
●● Baseball Game with Mr. and Mrs. Powell
●● Picnic Lunch and Play Date at Clemijontri with Mrs. Craven
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Pizza and a Movie After School with Mr. and Mrs. Taylor
Glen Echo Park Puppet Theater Project with Mrs. Steiner
and Mrs. Thrasher
Simple Flower Arrangements and Tea Party with Ms. InceMcKillop and Mrs. Nagell
Bowling with Ms. Smith ’94 and Mrs. Berke
Soccer Party for 16 with Mr. McEwen, Mrs. Hoffmann, and
4 Varsity Players
Pizza Making Party with Mrs. Gibb, Ms. Edelmann, and
Mrs. Bozorgzad
Paint Your Own Pottery with Ms. Lucas, Ms. Crimmins,
and Ms. Bagley
Outdoor Landscape Session
with Mrs. Rothman
Books, a Movie, and Ice
Cream After School for 10
with Mrs. Loving and Mrs.
Farrell
Lacrosse or Tennis Lessons
(Choose your Sport) plus Ms.
Coste’s Favorite Math Games
Nature Walk and Picture
Taking After School for 3 with
Mrs. Kaplan ’73
Breakfast and Browsing
at Eastern Market with
Mrs. Dunn and Ms. Tolson
Movie with Mrs. Greer
●● Lunch with Mother Bolton
●● Play Mini Golf with Ms. Webster and Mrs. Quezada
●● Kayaking with Ms. Cahill and Mr. Mueller
●● Basketball Party with Big Coach Frank
●● STEM, Robotics, or Engineering Activity for 4 with
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Trip to the Movies for 4 with Mrs. Cameron and
Mrs. Sardar
Decorate Cakes with Mrs. Dunkelberger and Sra. Maxson
Mime Lesson for 8 with Mr. Buursma
Biking for 4 with Mr. Laskowski
Doubles Tennis Clinic with Coach Lee ’78 and Ms. Lehman
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Buy a Chance to Win
Raffle
the best of live raffle!
The Live portion of the Auction features some of the most unique and exciting items we have
to offer this year. By purchasing a “Best of Live” raffle ticket, you have the opportunity to win
one of these items at the incredible price of $100.
Two hundred tickets are on sale now in the Development Office (located in the Flag
Circle Building) and online. Remaining tickets will be sold during the Silent portion of the
Auction.
Simply purchase a ticket and write your name and the item you want on the ticket. A winning
ticket will be drawn at the beginning of the Live auction. The winner will receive the Live item
written on his or her ticket. That item will then be withdrawn from the Live portion of the Auction.
You do not have to be present to win.
Consider purchasing a ticket in honor of your child’s teacher — just write the teacher’s name and the Live item you would like to
give him or her on the ticket. We will be sure to inform the teacher that a ticket has been purchased in his or her name.
Purchase tickets online at the Auction website: www.potomacschool.org/auction and click on the Best of Live button. Contact
Potomac’s Event Coordinator, Christine Sharkey, at (703) 749-6362 or [email protected] if you have questions or would
like to purchase tickets.
The Sotheby’s Exclusive New York City Luxury Package and the Private Mexican Paradise are the only Live auction items that
may not be chosen on your “Best of Live” raffle ticket.
Don’ t Miss
the bling raffle
1 Ticket for $50, 3 Tickets for $100
Raffle tickets for this spectacular Adeler Jewelers ring are on sale now
in the Development Office and online. Tickets will also be sold at
the Auction, and a winning ticket will be drawn at the end of the Live
auction. You do not have to be present to win.
Purchase tickets online at the Auction website:
www.potomacschool.org/auction. Contact Potomac’s Event Coordinator,
Christine Sharkey, at (703) 749-6362 or [email protected] if
you have questions or would like to purchase tickets.
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Buy aSpot
and join the fun!
Would you like to try something new, have some fun, and meet new people?
If so, Buy a Spot at the 2015 Auction!
The process is easy: Review this year’s offerings below and note the dollar amount required per spot. Then go to
www.potomacschool.maestroweb.com and click on the “Buy a Spot” category. Find the experiences you are interested in,
select the item, and click “purchase now.” Spots are limited and are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. If items still have
availability on the night of the Auction, we will have a bid sheet at the event to sign up.
What Happens at Bunco, Stays at Bunco
Thursday, April 2, 2015
Back by popular demand: Ladies’ Bunco Night
Roll the dice and join the fun! Enjoy delicious hors
d’oeuvres, desserts, open bar, and prizes to the best and
worst roller of the evening. Join a few Potomac moms at
Washington Golf and Country Club for this dice game
that requires more luck than skill. Last year was a
blast. Newcomers welcome!
Event will take place on Thursday, April 2, 2015, at
7:00 pm. Spots will be sold for $100 per person on a
first-come, first-served basis. Limited to 24 people.
Donated by Anna Garibaldi, Suzanne Graham, Lisa
Nardini, Sharon Persinski, Elizabeth Savage, and Amy
Thompson
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Thursday, April 23, 2015
SoulCycle Ride
Friday, April 3, 2015
Get ready to “find
your soul” with this
SoulCycle ride, offered
exclusively to members
of the Potomac community! SoulCycle
combines inspirational
coaching with high-energy music to produce an unmatchable
45-minute workout that benefits mind and body.
Event will take place on Friday, April 3, 2015, at noon (please
arrive by 11:45 am) at SoulCycle Bethesda. Spots will be sold
for $50 per person on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited
to 55 riders. Riders must be 12 years or older and 4’11” or
taller on the day of the ride. Shoes and water will be provided.
Join some of your
favorite Potomac moms
for a night of pampering and partying at the
Diamond Spa in Vienna.
This fabulous girls’
night out will include
pedicures, martinis, and light fare. Every mom needs a treat!
Event will take place on Thursday, April 23, 2015, from
7 – 9 pm at the Diamond Spa on Church Street in Vienna.
Spots will be sold for $100 per person on a first-come,
first-served basis. Limited to 16 people.
Donated by Nicole Alexander, Andrea Cecchi, Julie Gerstel, Jen
Graham, Anjali Gupta, Diane Halpin, Kara Hicks, Tricia Lyall,
Molly Newberry, Elizabeth Savage, and Beth Spicer
Donated by SoulCycle
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Buy aSpot
Casino and Cocktail Night
Books & Bling Party for 30
Saturday, May 2, 2015
TBD
How often do you get to take a gamble right here in McLean?
Join all of your friends for a Vegas-style night complete
with craps, blackjack, poker, and roulette tables, along with
professional dealers to keep an eye on the cards. It’s sure to
be fun-filled excitement, complete with food, drinks, funny
money, and chips. Be sure to grow your stack as the winner
of the evening will take home a fabulous prize!
The event will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2015, at 7:30 pm
at the home of Andrew and Ashley Norton in McLean. Spots
will be sold for $75 per person on a first-come, first-served
basis. Limited to 50 people.
Donated by Andrew and Ashley Norton, Andy and Carrie
Cristinzio, David and Alice Paik, and John and Sharon Heller
American Girl Private Shopping Event
A must for book club
enthusiasts with a flare for
exquisite jewelry!! Join a book
club event at Adeler Jewelers
in Great Falls, VA, and
meet author Karin Tanabe.
Copies of Karin’s latest novel,
The Price of Inheritance,
will be provided to all 30
participants for the author
to sign and discuss. Karin’s
last book, The List, was an
incredibly humorous novel based on a fictional character
working for a political news outlet in DC.
Adeler Jewelers will provide an elegant setting, wine, and
hors d’oeuvres and an opportunity for all 30 participants to
purchase any jewelry in the store at a 20% discount, with
10% of the discounted proceeds going to The Potomac
School Scholarship Auction! All 30 participants will also be
entered in a raffle for a beautiful pair of earrings.
The event will take place on a date and time to be determined
at Adeler Jewelers in Great Falls, VA. Spots will be sold for
$50 per person on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited to
30 participants.
Donated by Adeler Jewelers, Karin Tanabe, and
Steve and Tamara Pann
Sunday, May 3, 2015
Beer, Band, and Burgers
Enjoy some quality time with your little girl and her favorite
doll at American Girl.
Bring your doll or
purchase a new one
during this private
shopping event. After
enjoying a bistro brunch at the American Girl Café, get your
doll’s hair done and explore the fun craft table. Each girl will
receive a special goody bag to take home.
Friday, May 29, 2015
Event will take place on Sunday, May 3, 2015, from 9 to 11 am
at the American Girl store in Tysons Corner, VA. Spots will
be sold for $75 per person on a first-come, first-served basis.
Limited to 50 people. Must buy a spot for adult and child.
Donated by American Girl
Kick off your summer with an evening of great
music and great food! Enjoy burgers and a
keg of cold beer while listening to live
entertainment provided by Gonzo’s
Nose, the most popular party band
in the national capital area. Gonzo’s
Nose brings solid musicianship to a
massive setlist of cover songs, which range from the early
’80s up until songs that hit
the radio just yesterday.
Event will take place on Friday, May 29, 2015, from 7 to 10 pm
at the Pavilions of Turkey Run in McLean. Spots will be
sold for $100 per person on a first-come, first-served basis.
Limited to 80 people.
Donated by Maribeth and Dave Burg, Jill Park Chun and
Dan Chun, Wendy and Larry Culp, Heidi and Randy Rodgers,
and Lois and Darren Willcox
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Buy aSpot
Raise a Glass to the First Day Back
Bike the Back Roads and Dine at
Old Angler’s Inn
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Play hooky while the
kids are at their first
day of school. Join your
friends at Evo Bistro,
sip on champagne,
and enjoy light bites
from around the world
prepared by Chef
Ticara Smith. Buy your
spot soon — there are
only 40 spots and they
will not last long!
Event will take place on Wednesday, September 9, 2015, from
11 am to 1 pm at Evo Bistro in McLean. Spots will be sold for
$50 per person on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited to
40 people.
Donated by Evo Bistro
A Special Night of Korean Cuisine and
Cocktails with Live Music
Saturday, September 12, 2015
Don’t miss this
evening of signature
Korean cuisine and
fun entertainment!
The menu will include
Korean favorites,
such as kalibi,
bibimbap, haemul
paejeon, japchae,
and dubukimchee, fusion cocktails, and Asian desserts.
After dinner, the fun begins with a live performance
by multi-instrumentalist Ted Garber, whose unique
“BluesAmericanaRock” style reflects the rhythm and blues
scene of New Orleans and international influences. This is a
night you don’t want to miss!
Event will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2015, from
6 to 10 pm at the home of Jill Park Chun and Dan Chun in
Great Falls. Spots will be sold for $125 per person on a firstcome, first-served basis. Limited to 50 people.
Donated by Jill Park Chun and Dan Chun, Yeseung and
Michael Ahn, Heidi and Randy Rodgers, Lois and Darren
Willcox, and Erin and Andy Wolff
Friday, September 18, 2015
A Potomac Auction favorite! Join Potomac moms from all
divisions on an invigorating bike ride along the beautiful
C&O canal towpath, followed by a fabulous lunch on the
terrace of the Old Angler’s Inn. This item is always a hot
ticket, so make sure you sign up early.
The bicycle ride and lunch will take place on Friday,
September 18, 2015, at 10:00 am. Spots will be sold for $100
per person on a first-come, first-served basis. Ride is limited
to the first 30 people who sign up, plus leaders. In case of
rain, the event will be lunch only. Each rider must provide
her own bicycle, helmet, and water bottle. Plan to return to
Fletcher’s Boat House around 2:45 pm.
Donated by Maribeth Burg, Kara Hicks, Tanya LaForce, Kate
Robbins, Heidi Rodgers, and Lois Willcox
Ladies’ Pasta Making Lesson and Dinner
Saturday, October 3, 2015
Grab a glass of wine and an
apron and get ready to have
fun! Enjoy a hands-on pasta
making lesson in the home
of Jen Langman. Real pasta
is one of the most luscious
things you can eat. We’ll
learn to make pasta the oldfashioned way — by hand, with love. After making our pasta,
we will sit down for a dinner of salad, pasta, and dessert.
By the end of the class you will certainly be covered in flour,
well-fed, and will have had a wonderful time!
Event will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2015, at 5:30 pm
at Jen Langman’s home in McLean, VA. Spots will be sold for
$100 per person on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited
to 12 people.
Donated by Jen Langman and Kate Robbins
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Buy aSpot
Exploring French Wines
Thursday, October 15, 2015
Experience an evening of food and wine at the LowhamRuzzo residence. Vincent Farud, renowned sommelier, will
guide you through a selection of French wines paired with
delicious cuisine. While you mingle with friends, you will
have the opportunity to ask the sommelier all of your winerelated questions. Which wines should you have on hand for
gift-giving and food pairings? When and how should they be
decanted? How are wines rated? Learn all of this and more
while having a great time with your friends.
Event will take place on Thursday, October 15, 2015, at 7 pm at
the McLean home of Mark Lowham and Joe Ruzzo. Spots will
be sold for $200 on a first-come, first-served basis. Event is
limited to 20 people.
Donated by Mark Lowham and Joe Ruzzo
Best Wishes to The Potomac School
Compliments of:
Drs. Delgado & Kuzmik, P.C.
Michael D. Kuzmik, D.D.S
Edward B. Delgado, D.D.S.
Practice Limited to Oral, Maxillofacial & Implant Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
8230 Leesburg Pike
Suite 720
Vienna, VA 22182
(703) 506-1414
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www.dkoms.com
[email protected]
3601 Eisenhower Ave.
Suite 250
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 317-1717
Buy aSpot
Karaoke Night at River Bend Golf & Country Club
Saturday, November 14, 2015
Are you an aspiring singer? Can you impress
us with your pipes? Come for some silly
adult fun including singing, hors d’oeuvres,
and beer and wine at the exclusive River
Bend Golf & Country Club.
Event will take place on Saturday,
November 14, 2015, from 8 to 11 pm at the
River Bend Golf & Country Club in Great
Falls, VA. Spots will be sold for $125 per
person on a first-come, first-served basis.
Limited to 50 singers.
Donated by Lois and Darren Willcox,
Heidi and Randy Rodgers,
Diane and Troy Watkinson,
Maribeth and David Burg,
Jen and Peter Sobich,
Jill Park Chun and Dan Chun
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World-Class
Wine List
Thanks to the generosity of the Potomac community and friends of Potomac, a world-class
selection of wines will be available for bidding only at the event on February 28, 2015.
Below are just a few of the highly rated wines. See a full listing of all wines available at the event on the website,
www.potomacschool.org/auction. (Click “Online Auction”)
●● 2008 Pichon-Longueville Baron, Bordeaux, Pauillac (RP 95)
●● 2010 Pichon-Longueville Baron, Bordeaux, Pauillac
(RP 97+)
●● 2008 Chateau Lynch Bages, Bordeaux, Pauillac (RP 93)
●● 2010 Chateau Palmer, Bordeaux, Margaux (RP 98+)
●● 2009 Gaja Conteisa, Piedmont, Nebbiolo (RP 96)
●● 2010 Gaja Barbaresco, Piedmont, Nebbiolo (RP 94)
●● 2004 Fontodi Flaccianello della Pieve Vino de Tavola,
Tuscany, Sangiovese (RP 96)
●● 2009 Diadema, Tuscany, Red Blend, Embellished with
Swarovski Crystals (WE 93)
●● 2011 Mollydooker Velvet Glove, McLaren Vale, Shiraz
(RP 97)
●● 2009 Adobe Road, Napa Valley, Beckstoffer Georges III
Cabernet Sauvignon (WS 91)
●● 2010 Robert Mondavi, Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon
Reserve (RP 95)
●● 2010 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, Napa Valley, Cabernet
Sauvignon S.L.V. (RP 94+)
●● 2010 Colgin Cariad, Napa Valley, Proprietary Red, Two
Bottle Wood Case Set (RP 100)
●● 2011 Tensley, Santa Barbara, Colson Canyon Vineyard
Syrah (RP 95)
●● 2012 Caymus, Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon 40th
Anniversary (RP 96)
●● 2010 Chateau Rieussec, Bordeaux, Sauternes (RP 96)
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A Special
thank you!
●● Thank you to the Creel Rodgers
Family and Creel Printing Company
for generously donating the
printing of this catalog and the
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Thanks to Our
families & friends donors*
Frieda and Pierre Abushacra
Susan Gage
Jeanie and George Kartalian
Yeseung and Michael Ahn
Wendy and Greg Gagnon
Jerry Keating
Nicole and Michael Alexander
Jacques and Leah Gansler
John and Juliana Kelliher
Caren and John Backus
Anna and Jim Garibaldi
Matthew Kelliher
Parinaz and Robert Bahadori
Susan Kaplan and Matt Gerson
Sarah and Mark Kimsey
Fran and Ankie Barnes
Julie and Andrew Gerstel
Carolyn and John Kowalik
Teri and Frank Bennett ’73
Laleh Jalali-Ghafouri and
Merdod Ghafouri
Shelley Slade Betts and Mark Betts
Maribeth and David Burg
Andrea and Enrico Cecchi ’85
Mercedes and Giuseppe Cecchi
Mary and Heather Cheney
Merrell Redway Cherouny ’82 and
Preston Cherouny
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Piper Gioia
Lily and Lee Gunn
Carol and Jeff Groh
Anjali and Arun Gupta
Kyung and Marc Ha
Glenda and Steve Harvey
Jill Park Chun and Dan Chun
Sharon and John Heller
Diane Halpin and Kevin Cordell
Kara and Allen Hicks
Carrie and Andy Cristinzio
Jeffrey Holtman
Wendy and Larry Culp
Morgan and Andy Holtman
Carol and Henry Dinardo
Won Kim and Mu Hong
Christine Dunn
Sophia and Bin Jin
Susan Schieffer and Steve Eichenauer
Ellie and Bryan Judd
Gretchen and Paul Fearey
Lori Jenkins
Christine and Tom Labrecque
Tanya and Hudson LaForce
Jennifer and Nick Langman ’94
Cyndie and David Langstaff
Jeff Lovallo
Kelly Lovallo
Tricia and Rob Lyall
Dina Mackney
Ann Renzy MacLean ’86
Kelly and Michael Malesardi
Claire McCarthy and Rod McKelvie
Laura and Bill Miller
Erin Cleary Murtagh ’93
Laurel Fielding and Len Myslewicz
Ginna Young Newton ’83 and
David Newton
Ashley and Andrew Norton
Julia and Jayson Werth
Gayle and Curtis Wilson
Jill DeTemple and Gordon O’Brien
Smita and Tim Westergren
Erin and Andy Wolff
Barbara and John Overstreet
Amber and Max Westland
Elizabeth and Steve Yeonas
Annie and Patrick Pacious
Jessica and Alan Whitehurst
Penny and Austin Yerks
Alice and David Paik
Lois and Darren Willcox
*as of January 23, 2015
Tamara and Steven Pann
Goli and Allen Parvizian
Ann and Christian Plaza
Anne Pohanka
Alexandra Humme and Christoph Pusch
Becky and Patrick Quinn
Norma and Russ Ramsey
JILL PARK
Siuyu Lo and Jing Rao
Amy and Hugh Reese
Carol Ann Bischoff and Mike Regan
Noel Gerson and Peter Reinecke
Liina and Matt Richardson
Michele-Anne and Mac Riley
Ramona Rishi
Kate and Kevin Robbins
Heidi and Randy Rodgers
Jennifer and Jim Rooney
Vivian and James Rosenhauer
Eric Rosenthal ’03
Mark Lowham and Joe Ruzzo
Sushma Shenoy and Amit Saluja
Jason Samenow ’94
Elizabeth and Tige Savage
Lisa and David Schertler
Elizabeth Regan and Mike Semel
Christine Rosenhauer Sharkey ’83 and
Bill Sharkey
PROUDLY SUPPORTS
THE POTOMAC SCHOOL
JJ and Sonu Singh
Jen and Peter Sobich
Karen and Bill Sonneborn
Sarah and Mark Sullivan
Karin Tanabe
+1 703.627.1329
[email protected]
6723 Whittier Avenue
McLean, VA 22101
ttrsir.com
Amy and David Thompson
Scott Trabandt ’97
Susan and Jody Trapasso
Melissa and Jason Twomey
Diane and Troy Watkinson
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Thanks to Our
business donors*
404 Hotel and Kitchen
Cafe Oggi
El Tio Tex Mex Grill
International Spy Museum
Adeler Jewelers
California Tortilla
ESPN Pardon the Interruption
Jay Christian Design
All Fired Up
Camp Cody
Evo Bistro
Kaboff Cello School
American Girl, Tysons Corner
Camp Twin Creeks
Fine Landscapes Limited
Karin’s Florist
Assaggi Osteria
Case Design/Remodeling Inc
Fiola Mare
Kings Jewelers
Ballet Petite
Cava
Five Guys Operations, LLC
Kiskadee
Baltimore Symphony
Orchestra
Cava Mezze
Friends of The Claude Moore
Colonial Farm
L’Auberge Chez Francois
Beyda’s Lad & Lassie
Bistro Vivant
BQ Granola
Bloomingdale’s Tysons Corner
Bootheel Catering
BOWA Builders
Bowie Baysox Baseball Club
Bowlmor
Brady Arundel Design
C. Whitney Portraits
Cactus Cantina Restaurant
Cafe Milano
Clark Construction
Clay Cafe Studios
Clyde’s Restaurant Group
Goodstone Inn & Restaurant
HanGang Restaurant
Hard Times Cafe
CNN
Coakley Williams Construction
Colour Bar Studio
Headfirst Camp
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
Hilton Worldwide
Creel Printing
Crime Museum
Dina Mackney Designs
Hoop Ed
Hot Yoga Bikram Tysons
I Drive Smart
Disney Parks
The Dental Group of Tysons
Drs. Delgado and Kuzmik, P.C.
Dropout Wines
Landmark Theaters
Lebanese Taverna
Lee Heights Shops, Arlington
Let’s Dish
Loza Dental Great Falls
Luigi Parasmo Salon & Spa
Luray Caverns
M & M Floors
Madame Tussauds DC
Mark Lovett Studio
IchiBan Sushi
Impressions MediSpa
Marymount University
Women’s Soccer
Ingleside Vineyards
McLean Cleaners
M & M Floors Inc.
Family Owned and Operated since 1973
“The Hardwood Flooring Professionals”
www.mmfloors.com
Licensed, Bonded &
Insured
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703-645-0610
Showroom:
2810 Dorr Ave, Suite B
Fairfax VA
McLean Dermatology &
Skincare Center
Shear Madness
Windows Catering Company
Woo Lae Oak
McLean Family Restaurant
Shenandoah River Outfitters,
Inc.
Wintergreen Resort
Wydler Brothers Realty Team
McLean Project for the Arts
Shilla Bakery
Merrell Redway Cherouny
Photography
Shoe Hive
Metro Stage
Mixing Bowl
Mind the Mat
Mount Vernon, George
Washington’s Estate and
Gardens
Sport and Health
Sportrock Climbing Centers
Susan Gage Catering
Tempo Restaurant
The Adventure Park
The Artisans of McLean
Nails by the Falls
The Daily Caller
National Geographic
The Laser Tag Group
Newseum
The Organic Butcher
Ogilvy Washington
One Hope Wine
The Palm Restaurant,
Tyson’s Corner
Parkway Custom Drycleaning
The Potomac School
Passion Food Hospitality
The Puppet Co. Playhouse
Peking Gourmet Inn
Theater Lab
Penny Yerks Team
Therapure Day Spa
Per Se Restaurant
Thomas Fallon Photography
Perfect Pointe Dance Studio
Thomas Sweet
PescaDeli
TIC Summer Camp
Revolution Prep
Tom’s Outdoor Laser Tag
Richard James Cook
Tony Kornheiser and Michael
Wilbon
River Riders, Inc.
Rocco’s Italian Restaurant
Rocklands Barbeque and
Grilling Company
Rustico
Saks Fifth Avenue
Sakura Japanese Steak House
Salamander Resort & Spa
Salon Joseph
Sandy Spring Adventure Park
Schertler & Onorato LLP
Sea Glass Fine Art
Shadowland Laser Adventures
Shakespeare Theatre
Company
Wolf Trap
Top Score Education
Total Wine & More
True Fitness and Nutrition
TTR Sotheby’s International
Realty
Tysons Corner Capital Grille
Universal Music Group
Unleashed Abilities
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Virtue Feed & Grain
Vita Surgical Group
Waldorf Astoria Bonnet Creek
Wedge Construction, Inc.
Wheat’s Landscaping
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Thanks to Our
faculty donors*
Glen Adamec
Shefali Sardar
Joshua Taylor
Jamie Tolson
Melissa Bagley
Kristin Smith ’94
Wassila Taylor
Joy Webster
Molly Berke
Meegan Steiner
Ann-Marie Thrasher
Jeanette Bolton
Claire Bordley
Shari Bozorgzad
Ben Buursma
Mary Cahill
Nonie Cameron
Sarah Coste
Meredith Craven
Kelly Crimmins
Annabelle Dunn
Beth Dunkelberger
Patricia Edelmann
Charlie Farrell
Levi Franklin
Amanda Gibb
Sarah Gardner
Kelly Greer
Ian Healy
Jennifer Hoffmann
Mary Jarratt
Cathie Kaplan ’73
Caroline Kettler
John Kowalik
Beecie Kupersmith
Rob Lee ’78
Brian Laskowski
Susan Lehman
Kathie Loving
Anne Lucas
John Mathews
Michele Maxson
Barb Mays
Ross McEwen
Ann Ince-McKillop
Greg Mueller
Polly Nagell
Potomac Athletic Department
Potomac Development Office
Nancy Powell
Lindsay Quezada
Lois Rothman
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��auction committee
Co-Chairs
ACQUISTIONS TEAM
Class Baskets
Jill Park Chun
Dharini Aggarwal
Gretchen Feary, Co-Chair
Heidi Creel Rodgers
Teri Bennett
Adrienne Scribner, Co-Chair
Jennifer Sobich
Ashley Chamberlain
Wendy Culp
Administration
Glenda Harvey, Chair
Celeste Bryant
Beth Caulfield
Maureen Christ
Elisabeth Grube
Jennifer Kaleda
Beth Spicer
Amy Thompson
Susan Trapasso
Amber Westland
Jill DeTemple
Laleh Jalali-Ghafouri
Alex Gurney
Juliana Kelliher
Decorations
Annie Pacious, Co-Chair
Adrienne Scribner, Co-Chair
Amy Reese
Sarah Kimsey
Ellie Judd
Fun with Faculty
Claire McCarthy
Maribeth Burg, Co-Chair
Tamara Pann
Monica McEwen, Co-Chair
Goli Parvizian
Liina Richardson
Jennifer Rooney
Karen Sonneborn
Fund a Scholar
Karen Sonneborn
Becky Tromblay
Advertising
Melissa Twomey
Publicity
Melissa O’Gorman, Co-Chair
Diane Watkinson
Sushma Shenoy, Co-Chair
Carol Groh, Co-Chair
Jessica Whitehurst, Co-Chair
Buy a Spot
Acquisitions
Erin Wolff, Chair
Reservations
Maribeth Burg, Co-Chair
Kara Hicks
Liina Richardson, Co-Chair
Jennifer Rooney, Co-Chair
Lois Willcox, Co-Chair
EVENTS, EXPERIENCES, AND
RESTAURANTS
Jen Langman, Co-Chair
Ashley Norton, Co-Chair
Catalog
Morgan Holtman, Co-Chair
Student Artwork
Kate Robbins, Co-Chair
Ashley Chamberlain, Co-Chair
Demitri Bowen
Becky Tromblay, Co-Chair
Jay Christian
Wine
Joe Ruzzo, Co-Chair
Troy Watkinson, Co-Chair
Andy Holtman, Co-Chair
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Silent & Live Auction
bidding rules
General
●● Upon arrival at the Hilton, please check
in at the registration table. You will be
assigned a bid number that you may use to
bid on all Silent and Live Auction items at
the event. This bid number functions as a
legally binding signature for your bids at the
Auction.
●● All sales are final. No exchanges or refunds
on Auction items are permitted. All items
are sold “as is.” Please read specifications
and restrictions carefully before placing a
bid.
●● Unless otherwise specified, all Auction
items must be used by February 28, 2016.
Dates and times are to be arranged at
the mutual convenience of the donor and
purchaser. We suggest that initial contact
be made with the donor within 14 days of
the Auction. If you are having difficulty contacting a donor, please contact Potomac’s
Event Coordinator, Christine Sharkey, at
(703) 749-6362 or [email protected].
●● Auction items are not transferable from the
buyer to anyone else without the express
permission of the donor.
●● Payment may be made with cash, personal check (payable to Potomac School
Auction), Visa, or MasterCard. Payment in
full the evening of the Auction is mandatory. A single statement is issued for each
winning bid (including group purchases).
Checks are preferred, as they maximize
proceeds to the School.
●● To the extent possible, the buyer should
take home all items at the end of the evening. Any remaining items must be picked
up from the Potomac School Development
Office by 3 pm on Friday, March 6,
2015. Please contact Potomac’s Event
Coordinator, Christine Sharkey, at (703)
749-6362 or [email protected]
if you need assistance. It is the responsibility of the buyer to arrange for delivery.
●● Check with your tax advisor regarding
the deductibility or non-deductibility of
individual items. In general, you may only
receive a tax deduction if the price that you
paid for the item is above the fair market
value. Please contact Potomac’s Event
Coordinator, Christine Sharkey at (703)
749-6362 or [email protected]
if you would like the fair market value of the
item you purchased.
●● By his or her purchase, the buyer waives
any claims for liability against either The
Potomac School or the donor of the property or services. Neither the School nor the
donor is responsible for any personal injuries or damage to property that may result
from the use of property or services sold.
Silent
●● All items have bid sheets. Persons desiring to bid must do so by writing their bid
number and the amount of the bid on the
bid sheet.
●● Please be advised that each item has
a specified minimum starting bid and
minimum incremental bid. Each increase
in bid must equal or exceed the minimum
incremental bid amount stated on the bid
sheet in order to constitute a valid bid. A
bid will be disqualified if it does not meet
the minimum starting bid or does not
exceed the minimum incremental bid. In
this case, the bid of the preceding bidder
will be honored.
●● Closings will begin at 7:25 pm and sections will have staggered closing times
until 7:45 pm on the evening of the event.
Warnings will be given prior to closing.
The person offering the highest qualifying
bid prior to the close of the bidding will be
deemed the winner. No late bids will be
accepted. The decision of the person closing the table will be final.
●● The Live Auction will begin during dinner
and will continue without interruption until
all Live Auction items have been auctioned.
●● Live Auction items are listed numerically in
the catalog, and the Auctioneer will follow
this sequence during the Live Auction.
●● Your bid paddle contains your personal
bid number. A bid for the Live Auction is
entered by raising your paddle and being
recognized by the Auctioneer or her staff.
●● An acknowledged bid is a binding offer to
purchase the item(s).
●● On the fall of the Auctioneer’s gavel (or
other notification by the Auctioneer), the
highest bidder will be the purchaser of the
item.
●● Each new bid must be written on the next
blank line available on the bid sheet and
must respect the stated increments. Once
entered, a bid may not be withdrawn.
●● Please leave bid sheets on the tables for the
Auction officials to clear.
Live
●● In the event of a dispute on a bid, the
Auctioneer will act as the final authority in
determining the winning bid.
Let the Bidding Begin!
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The Potomac School
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sends best wishes to Potomac School
on another successful auction!
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