Hosted By The Commonwealth Academy Parent`s Association

Hosted by the
Commonwealth Academy
Parent’s Association
November 10. 2012
Commonwealth Academy
Commonwealth Academy
Parents Association
November 2012
Dear Commonwealth Academy Families and Friends,
Howdy! CAFÉ Bonanza, our biggest fundraiser, has finally arrived! This festive
evening is a culmination of months of planning and hard work by many
Commonwealth Academy parents. These dedicated volunteers worked from high
noon to sunset preparing for tonight. From solicitations, class baskets and class
projects, to decorating the room, checking in and cashing out, and other countless
tasks, we are exceedingly grateful. We would like to recognize Sarah Soulliere,
Heather Dertzbaugh, Robyn Des Roches, Karen Keller, Alethea Haas, Kathy Lavelle,
and Donna McCaffrey for their support.
We would like to extend our deep appreciation to all of you for joining us, making
donations, purchasing raffle tickets, and bidding on auction items. Funds raised by
this event are used to prime the well at Commonwealth Academy.
A special thank you goes to Meagan Hawkins, Associate Director of Development,
and the front office staff; Cherie Carroll, Lisa Harrington, and Kathleen O’Connor for
all of their invaluable help.
There are also many businesses in our community that have very generously
contributed to this event and they are recognized in this program. We truly
appreciate their support of our school and ask you to support them.
When you bid at the auction, remember, the real beneficiaries are our children and
the terrific Commonwealth Academy staff. Have a great time at
the Bonanza! We know we will enjoy this rewarding evening together.
Happy Trails…..
Paula Robinson
Steve Richards
2012 CAFÉ Bonanza Chairs
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Welcome to
Commonwealth Academy’s
CAFÉ Bonanza
Hosted By The Commonwealth Academy Parent’s Association
November 10, 2012
7:00 p.m.
LET THE HOOTIN’ AND HOLLERIN’ BEGIN
Check In
Saloon Opens
Silent Auction Begins
Western Buffet by Pork Barrel BBQ
8:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Silent Auction Staggered Closings
9:15 p.m.
50/50 Raffle Drawing
Teacher Raffle Drawing
Live Auction
9:45
Cash Out
Cash or Check Only
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2012 General Auction Rules
Silent Auction:
1. Bids will be accepted from 7:00 p.m. until the sections close, beginning at 8:30 p.m.
2. Bids must be made on the Silent Auction forms (bid sheets) provided for each item.
Each bid increase has been pre-marked on the bid sheet. Place your bidder number
next to the bid you want to enter. Except for the teacher items. There is no set
incremental bid.
3. If you want to place a guaranteed bid, put your bidder number on the line at the
bottom of the sheet and then draw a vertical line through the blank bidder number
spaces to stop the bidding on the item.
4. Bid results will be determined at the end of the Silent Auction. The closing bid
circled by the Auction Official will constitute the final bid.
5. Any winning bidder failing to make arrangements for payment in full at the cashier’s
desk before departure on November 10, 2012 will forfeit his/her right to purchase the
item.
6. Receipts will be provided for each payment. Winner’s may collect their auction items
from the table by presenting their paid receipts prior to departure.
7. The responsibility for claiming auction items lies with the successful bidder. All
auction items must be removed from the auction site by the end of the evening on
November 10, 2012 or other arrangements must be made.
8. All bids are binding and all sales are final. All auction items are sold AS IS, and no
exchanges, refunds, or substitutions will be made by the auction committee or donors
except when specifically stated.
9. Unless otherwise stated, all auction goods and services must be used by November
10, 2013. Specific dates may need to be arranged between the winning bidder and
donor. This is the responsibility of the winning bidder. No refunds will be made by
CAPA for purchases specifically stating that the date be “a mutually agreeable
date” between the winner and the donor. It is the winner’s responsibility to
accept a mutually agreeable date with the donor.
10. In the event of a dispute, the Auction Chair shall act as the final authority, and shall
determine the winning bidder.
No warranties or guarantees are made or implied by either the Auction Committee or the Donors. Winners
waive all claims for liability against CAPA, the auction committee, and/or donors, and all winners release
them from responsibility for any injury or damage to property that results from the use of items or services
purchased.
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MANY THANKS FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT!
THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING RETAILERS / FRIENDS OF COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY
WHO GENEROUSLY DONATED TO CAFÉ BONANZA:
A Show of Hands
Anonymous
ABC, This Week, Lisa Stark
Admissions Avenue, Elysa Stahl
Alexandria Pastry Shop
Al’s Steak House
Anne Welsh Salon
Bazzak Salon
Bella Donna Skin & Body Spa
Beth Swartz
Bethesda Country Club, Frank Hatten
Calleva, Inc.
Camp Arrowhead for Boys
Candace’s Fine Jewelry
Capital Bagel Bakery
Chase Moon
Chronic Wellness Coaching LLC, Laurie Erdman
Command Ten Art, Sheldon Swartz
Conklyn’s Flowers Worldwide
David Elfin, Redskin’s Insider
Del Ray Cafe
Designs by Debbie
Diane Rehm
Dr. Richard Stone, DDS
Eclectic Nature
Educational Connections, Inc., Ann Dolin
Fairlington Dental
Fireflies
Fleurir Chocolates
General Motors
Gene Fitzgerald
Hairy Situations
Haluk Ensari
Harmonia School of Music & Arts
Harry Braswell, Inc.
Hops Grill & Brewery
J. Gilberts
Jack Taylor’s Alexandria Toyota-Scion
Jewelry Exchange of Maryland
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Joanne’s Beads
Joi Dreams Salon
Jouvence Aveda, Pentagon Row
Kathy Pugh Wellness
Let’s Dish
Lori Ross
Miller’s Furs, McLean, VA & Chevy Chase, MD
My Eye Dr., Dr. Robert Samit
Nature’s Nibbles
Neighborhood Pharmacy
Neighborhood Restaurant Group
Paper Source
Paul’s Wine and Spirits
Periwinkle
Pork Barrel BBQ
Potomac Riverboat Company
Potomac West Interiors & Antique Gallery
Pro Feed Pet Centers
Pure Aesthetica
Purple Goose
Reston Speech and Language Center, Ellen Edwards
Reunions
Robcyn
Rock of Ages Music Co.
Salon 46
Sapore D’Italia
SOAR
St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub
Swings Coffee (Welcome to the Neighborhood)
Taqueria el Poblano
The Clay Queen Pottery
The Dairy Godmother
The Happy Tart
The Wharf Restaurant
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Vaso’s Kitchen
Velocity Bicycle Cooperative
Virginia Kitchens
Vital Body & Mind Therapies, Melissa McGlone
Yates Automotive Service
Yoga In Daily Life
Your Dog’s Best Friends
YMCA Alexandria
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THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING FAMILIES WHO GENEROUSLY DONATED TO CAFÉ
BONANZA
Boehme
Bork
Caramanica
Dertzbaugh
Gery
Goodman
Goulette / O’Neill
Haas
Hammerman
Keller
Legg
Landis / Setchell
Lavelle
Leopold
Mamber
McCaffrey / Jex
Mikeska
O’Connor / Marley
Resano / Richards
Robinson
Saltonstall
Serra / Dreissen
Skolnick
Soulliere
Stackhouse
Szymanoski
Thompson
VanderPoel
Vander Schaaf
Warshaw
Weidenfeld
West
Thanks also, to the many parents who donated items to the incredible class baskets!
And to those parents who solicited auction items, and to the parent who donated the
Keurig Coffee Maker for the teacher raffle (you know who you are.)
**A special thank you to Philip Leopold who underwrote the printing of this
CAFÉ Bonanza Auction Catalog**
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THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING STAFF MEMBERS WHO GENEROUSLY DONATED TO
CAFÉ BONANZA
Eric Adams
Case Anderson
Matt Briggs
Jeff Brown
Cherie Carroll
Mary Chamberlain
Katie Costa
Cathy Feehan
Clint Gibson
Matt Gill
Evan Gropper
Jane Hanson
Lisa Harrington
Earl Harris-Nichols
Meagan Hawkins
Susan James
Matt Johns
Susan Johnson
Ksenya Litvak
Kathleen O’Connor
Ricardo Pontes
Rebecca Powell
Will Robertson
Santiago Sere
Katherine Theobald
Jenna Wooten
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TABLE CLOSING TIMES
SILENT AUCTION ITEMS
8:30 PM
200 For the Buckaroos
8:30 PM
100 Happy Trails To You
8:30 PM
400 Shave and a Haircut
8:30 PM
1200 Gallery “B”
8:45 PM
500 General Store
8:45 PM
700 Home On The Range
8:45 PM
800 Town Square
8:45 PM
300 Round Up
9:00 PM
900 Kit and Kaboodle
9:00 PM
1000 All Gussied UP
9:00 PM
600 Chow Time
9:00 PM
1100 School Marms and
Masters Treasures
RAFFLE DRAWING
9:10 PM
50/50 Raffle
Teacher Raffle
LIVE AUCTION
9:20 PM
1300 Live Auction
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CAFÉ Bonanza Auction Wish List
Look over all of the wonderful items in the catalog. Use this sheet to help you create a wish list of
the items on which you might want to bid. You can strategize by making sure you note each item’s
section and closing time. Good Luck!
Item #
Item
Section
11
Closing Time
Value
HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU!
Travel
101
Bed & Breakfast in Florence Italy
A three night stay at a Bed & Breakfast in Via Santa Maria. One room
double occupancy accommodation. Minutes away from Palazzo Pitti,
Ponte Vecchio and Il Duomo. Longer stays can be negotiated. The timing
of the visit will be arranged directly with the owner.
Donated by: Ana Serra and Karl Driessen
Value: $400
102 A Week At Wintergreen Resort
Four bedroom, 3.5 bath townhome just steps away from the Wintergreen
Spa and Pool. Play golf and tennis. Lounge on the beach while the kids
swim in Lake Monocan. Children enjoy the Treehouse and the Out of Bounds
Adventure Center with rock-climbing, miniature golf, skateboarding, bungee
jumping, and zip-line. House has wi-fi internet access. Families only. No
smoking. No parties
Donated by: Diana and Robert Bork, Jr.
Value: $2125
103 Take Me Home Country Road…..
For one week in this five bedroom, three bath West Virginia off-grid
mountain vacation home. Located outside of Parson’s WV, near Canaan
Valley in the Monongahela National Forest. This home offers opportunities
for hiking, fishing, biking, and climbing, or just hanging out and enjoying the
view from the wrap-around deck. You will also be living “green” thanks to
100% solar power and a spring-fed water supply (with a whole-house
filtration system). You will need a 4-wheel drive vehicle (or you can use
the pick-up truck located on the property.)
Donated by: The Vander Schaaf Family
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Value: $800
FOR THE BUCKAROOS
Special Things for the Kid in All of Us
201 Need A New Bike?
Velocity Bicycle Cooperative in Del Ray wants you to have a new bike
They are donating $100 toward the purchase of one of the
refurbished bikes in their shop.
Donated by: Velocity Bicycle Cooperative
Value: $100
202 For the Needlepoint Enthusiast
A needlepoint canvas with the special fibers and a needle all taped off
and ready to stitch. Embellished with a button, create a pillow or
wall-hanging with this design by Mindy of Mindy’s Needlepoint Factory.
Oh, and keep the tote bag too for carrying around your work.
Donated by: Anonymous
Value: $90
203 One Week Of Calleva Summer Camp
Enjoy one full week of Explorer or Activity day camp during the summer
of 2013. Options for children aged 6-14. Activities can include rock
climbing horseback riding, hiking, kayaking & canoeing, river ecology,
sustainable farming and more!
Donated by: Calleva, Inc.
Value: $515
204 Purple Goose Gift Certificate
You must visit this unusual boutique for children’s clothing, toys, baby gifts,
shoes and accessories.
Donated by: The Purple Goose, Del Ray
205 For A Lucky Little Girl
Handmade with love, a unique multi-blue cotton “sweater shrug”
Donated by: Anonymous
Value: $25
Value: $40
206 Creative Card Making at Paper Source
Invite a group of 4 to 6 friends for Creative Card making. The
one hour session is hosted at Paper Source during regular store hours.
The holidays are coming…time to be thinking about holiday cards!
Donated by: Paper Source, Alexandria
Value: $120
207 Private Music Lesson
Do you have a budding musician? This 30 minute private music
lesson can be on the drums, piano, guitar or bass.
Donated by: Rock of Ages Music Co., Del Ray
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Value: $30
208 Two Musical Theatre Classes
Is your child a budding performer or an experienced Thespian?
Find out by trying two Musial Theatre Classes at the Harmonia School
of Music and Art.
Donated by: Harmonia School of Music & Art, Vienna
Value: $100
209 Two Violin, Piano or Guitar Group Classes
Many students are highly motivated by group instruction,
consisting of similar ages and levels of abilities, and enjoy the
social interaction it provides. Let your child try out two group
music classes of violin (ages 4-10), piano (ages 3-7), or guitar
(ages 8-13).
Donated by: Harmonia School of Music and Art, Vienna
Value: $60
210 Tiny Tots Tennis Lessons
Is your son or daughter aged 4 to 6 interested in tennis? Sign him
or her up for a Tiny Tots Tennis Clinic (3 Lessons) at Bethesda
Country Club. These clinics teach basic tennis skills and work on
eye-hand coordination. This item is to be used during the 2012-2013
season.
Donated by: Frank Hatten, Bethesda Country Club
Value: $45
211 Autographed Copy of Rush For The Gold by John Feinstein
John Feinstein is an American sportswriter, author and sports
commentator who wrote the top two best selling non-fiction sports books
in history. Feinstein has also written a sports-mystery series for young
adults where main characters Stevie Thomas and Susan Carol Anderson
are reporting major sporting events and something always goes wrong
and it is up to them to stop it. This time it’s a mystery at the summer
Olympics in London.
Donated by: Brandon Robinson
Value: $20
212 Fairy Tale Castle Floor Puzzle
What girl wouldn’t like this jigsaw puzzle! It is 48 carefully crafted
puzzle pieces that measures 2 feet x 3 feet when finished.
Donated by: Robcyns, Alexandria
Value: $13
213 Close Call at Home Plate Baseball Puzzle
What boy wouldn’t want this jigsaw puzzle! It is 48 carefully
crafted puzzle pieces that measures 2 feet x 3 feet when finished.
Donated by: Robcyns, Alexandria
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Value: $13
214 50% off Tuition at Camp Arrowhead for Boys
Located in the mountains of Western North Carolina, Camp
Arrowhead is a Christian traditional summer camp, offering many high
adventure activities for boys ages 6-16. Sessions range from one to seven
weeks, and since 1937, generations of campers have experienced lifechanging summers at Arrowhead. The purchaser of this item will get 50%
off of their son’ scamp tuition for any session of 2-6 week in length during
the summer of 2013. Must be a first time Camp Arrowhead Camper. Must
sign up within 30 days of auction.
Donated by: Rich Sandman, Camp Arrowhead for Boys
Value: $1200-$3250
215 A Gardening Basket for Small Hands
Complete with a canvas tote filled with child safe gardening tools, flower
and vegetable seeds, a Gardening for Optimal Nutrition booklet, an
Audubon Society field guide to wildflowers, and a Peterson guide to
wildflowers.
Donated by: Cherie Carroll
Value: $70
216 6 Month YMCA Family Membership
Enjoy a 6 month YMCA membership for the whole family. Take
advantage of the wellness equipment, group exercises classes, pool and
discounts to other programs. Alexandria Branch only! Must complete
registration forms to redeem.
Donated by: YMCA Alexandria
Value: $663
217 SOAR 2013 Spring Adventure Weekend
SOAR is a wilderness-based adventure program (located in Balsam,
North Carolina) specifically designed to meet the needs of LD and
AD/HD youth. Students will participate in team building activities, group
initiatives and adventure activities. The weekend will begin on Friday
afternoon May 31 and conclude on Sunday at 2:00 pm. Adventure activities
(Whitewater Rafting on the Nantahala River or Rock Climbing/Caving in Gee
Creek State Park) are coordinated with specific life-skill themes designed to
enhance motivation, social skills, organization, communication, and time
management strategies. Special emphasis on enhancing self esteem and
developing self confidence.
Donated by: SOAR
Value: $400
218 SOAR 2013 Spring Adventure Weekend
SOAR is a wilderness-based adventure program (located in Balsam,
North Carolina) specifically designed to meet the needs of LD and
AD/HD youth. Students will participate in team building activities, group
initiatives and adventure activities. The weekend will begin on Friday
afternoon May 31 and conclude on Sunday at 2:00 pm. Adventure activities
(Whitewater Rafting on the Nantahala River or Rock Climbing/Caving in Gee
Creek State Park) are coordinated with specific life-skill themes designed to
enhance motivation, social skills, organization, communication, and time
management strategies. Special emphasis on enhancing self esteem and
developing self confidence.
Donated by: SOAR
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Value: $400
219 Have You Tried the Nook Yet?
Some lucky person is going to walk away with the Nook HD+. This slate
color 32GB marvel has an amazing HD display for movies, mags & apps.
It is light, thin & super portable. There are over 3 million books to
browse and it comes with a free power adapter. It is a great gift
for the family!
Donated by: Tamara Saltonstall
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Value: $299
ROUND UP
Outdoor Adventures, Memorabilia and Tickets for the Sports Enthusiast
301
"Sports Talk" Over Lunch with Redskins Insider David Elfin
This item is for the "sports junkie" who can't get enough information about sports.
You and a friend will enjoy lunch with David Elfin at the Wildfire Restaurant in
McLean, Virginia. David Elfin, recognized for his journalistic excellence, is the author
of "Washington Redskins: The Complete Illustrated History". This book is his fifth on the
Redskins and seventh on Washington sports. David has covered the Redskins for 21
seasons. He was influential in the elections of ex-Redskins Art Monk, Darrell Green,
Russ Grimm and Chris Hanburger to the Pro Football Hall of Fame as the Washington
representative on the selection committee. He is a regular on WTOP and on 106.7 The Fan sports
radio, the station for D.C. sports fans. Prize to include: "Washington Redskins: The Complete
Illustrated History" (remember to take the book to lunch to have David sign
it for you) and a $75 gift certificate to Wildfire. Date to be mutually agreed upon.
Donated by David Elfin
Value: Priceless
302 Golf at Trump National
Round of golf for 2, plus lunch at Trump National Golf Club in Potomac Falls,
VA. Prize includes cart and forecadd. Round must be played Tuesday
through Friday. Players must be accompanied by members Karen
and Ed Keller.
Donated by Karen and Ed Keller
Value: $500
303 This Week with George Stephanopoulos
Be our Guest! Get an inside look at one of the most popular Sunday
morning news shows, ABC’s "This Week with George Stephanopoulos”.
Four guests will watch the show live one Sunday morning at 9:00 am
from the Control Room at the NEWSEUM on historic Pennsylvania
Avenue. Afterwards, guests will be taken to the set and given a brief
tour. Visitors Must be at least 18 years of age to attend. Show tapes one
Sunday per month in DC.
Donated by: Lisa Stark, ABC News
Value: Priceless
304 See ‘White Christmas’ at the Kennedy Center
2 tickets to "White Christmas" at the Kennedy Center for Saturday night
December 22 at 7:30pm. Direct from Broadway, the classic holiday
movie White Christmas comes to the stage at last! This brand new
musical shines with classic Irving Berlin hits like "Blue Skies," "How
Deep is the Ocean?," and, of course, the unforgettable title song.
Donated by: Karen and Ira Hammerman
Value: $190
305 Skipjack Minnie V Cruise
Two people will enjoy a 90 minute sailing experience departing from the
Alexandria City Marina.
Donated by: Potomac Riverboat Company
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Value: $50
306 Alexandria Seaport Cruise for Four
Come aboard for a cruise on the Potomac. This round-trip waterside
tour of Alexandria takes place aboard the Admiral Tilp and promises both
relaxation and fun. As you take in the architecture and landmarks of this
historic waterfront, you’ll be entertained with fun facts, legends and
history that bring this picturesque city to life.
Donated by: Potomac Riverboat Company
Value: $48
307 The Ten Commandments of Golf
Get a chuckle from a serious golf enthusiast with this 9x12 inch framed
poster of golf commandments. Plus a matching key chain.
Donated by: Sheldon Swartz, Command Ten Art
Value: $30
308 The Ten Commandments of Football
Get a chuckle from a die hard football fan with this 9x12 inch framed
poster of football commandments. Plus a matching key chain.
Donated by: Sheldon Swartz, Command Ten Art
Value: $30
309 The Ten Commandments of Tennis
Get a chuckle from your favorite tennis partner or coach with this
9x12 inch framed poster of tennis commandments. Plus a matching
key chain.
Donated by: Sheldon Swartz, Command Ten Art
Value: $30
310 The Ten Commandments of Poker
The perfect gift for your Texas Holdem Player! Hang this witty
9x12 inch poster over your next poker table and even the losers
will be smiling. Plus a matching key chain.
Donated by: Sheldon Swartz, Command Ten Art
Value: $30
311 The Ten Commandments of Slots
The perfect gift for your favorite casino rat! They will never try their
luck at the slot machine again without smiling about this witty gift!
A 9x12 inch poster and a matching key chain.
Donated by: Sheldon Swartz, Command Ten Art
Value: $30
312 The Ten Commandments of Baseball
Get a chuckle from a baseball fan with this 9x12 inch framed
poster of baseball commandments. Plus a matching key chain.
Donated by: Sheldon Swartz, Command Ten Art.
Value: $30
313 Ladies Lunch With Diane Rehm
You and three friends will go to lunch with Diane Rehm at Matisse
(her favorite restaurant) in Norwest Washington. This afternoon
will be filled with fascinating conversation as Diane has her own
talk show “The Diane Rehm Show” on NPR and has interviewed
hundreds of interesting people. Included in this gift is Diane Rehm’s
autobiography Finding My Voice which you can bring to the lunch
and have it signed by Diane.
Donated by: Diane Rehm and Paula Robinson
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Value: Priceless
314 Holiday Tea at the Ritz Carlton at Tysons Corner
Shop until you drop! Then relax at the beautiful Ritz Carlton Hotel
in Tysons Corner at 3:30 pm on Sunday, December 9th (can be rescheduled for another time). The hotel will be decorated in festive
holiday style, and you and a friend will be treated royally to tea,
mini-sandwiches and sweets. Linger in conversation and enjoy the
music and peace of the season.
Donated by: Cathy Feehan
Value: $100
315 Tickets to the Redskins vs. Ravens Football Game
2 tickets and a parking pass to the Redskins-Ravens NFL game on
Sunday, Dec. 9th at 1 pm at FedEx field. They are in section 110, which is
by the Redskins tunnel. If you get there early, sometimes the kids can
get autographs.
Donated by: Valerie and Timothy West
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Value: $ 550
SHAVE AND A HAIRCUT
For a Beautiful You
401
A Mani and a Pedi for You
Relax while you get your manicure and pedicure in the latest
fall colors!
Donated by: The Anne Welsh Salon, Del Ray
402 A New Do
Treat yourself to a haircut and come away a new you!
Donated by: Joi Dreams Salon, Del Ray
Value: $75
Value: $65
403 Have You Tried an Oxygen Sauna Spa Treatment?
Auction winner will enjoy one standard 30-minute treatment at Vital
Mind and Body Therapies in Del Ray.
Donated by: Melissa McGlone, Owner
Value: $80
404 A Haircut at Aveda
A complementary hair cut with the purchase of a color
service with Elisabetta.
Donated by: Jouvence Aveda, Pentagon Row
Value: $90
405 Relax at Bella Donna Skin & Body Spa
Relax and let all your senses take in the difference! Select from a
complete menu of spa and beauty services.
Donated by: Bella Donna Skin & Body Spa, Alexandria
Value: $50
406 Yoga In Daily Life
Bring harmony to your body, mind at soul with a Certificate good for
one-six week session (one class per week for six weeks)
Donated by: Yoga In Daily Life
Value: $80
407 KOR Take-Home Professional Tooth Whitening System
Dr. Richard Stone, DDS in Del Ray will make custom whitening trays so
you can use them in the privacy of your own home. Smile!
Donated by: Dr. Richard Stone, DDS, PC
Value: $399
408 Try A Reiki Massage
Your one hour Reiki massage will be an effective energy healing
technique used for stress reduction and relaxation. The 'rei' in reiki
denotes universal and spiritual power, whereas the 'ki' stands for energy
or vital force. Being a Japanese technique, Reiki was developed by
Mikao Usui for energy healing. Reiki has been applied to boost the innate
energy that helps promote health, well being, prosperity and long life. Donated by: Pure Aesthetica, Del Ray
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Value: $80
409 Try a Brand New Salon for A Brand New Hair Cut
Let talented stylists Crystal or Eileen cut your hair at Salon 46,
a brand new salon conveniently located in Alexandria. Free parking
on street or in a covered garage. The samples are for you to take with
you!
Donated by: Salon 46, Alexandria
Value: $75
410 Haircut/Styling and Facial
Bazzak Hair Salon has agreed to donate a haircut, styling and a
facial by a skilled, gentle, and all-around fabulous aesthetician
Liggia Black, one of Old Town Alexandria’s treasures.
Donated by: Bazzak Hair Salon
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Value: $150
GENERAL STORE
Fashion, Jewelry and Accessories
501 Natural Quartz Stone Bracelet
Natural Quartz Stones strung on leather with silver accents.
Handmade by Love Heals in Ojai, CA. This jewelry has been seen
on Oprah, Sarah McLachlan, Steve Richards and others.
Donated by: Candace’s Fine Jewelry
Value: $100
502 Passionate For Purple
Designer necklace with matching bracelet including dark purple,
light purple and black crystals with sterling silver spacers and clasp.
Donated by Lori Ross
Value: $120
503 Bracelet of Cane Beads
Handmade bracelet of blue Cane beads with sterling silver accent
beads and toggle.
Donated by: Designs by Debbie
Value: $50
504 Beaded “Wrapsody” & Sequins
Handmade ruffle scarf made of 90% silk, 10% Kid Mohair w/Lurex,
Silk-Strung Murano glass beads and sequins.
Donated by: Paula Robinson
505 Tickled by Turquoise
A Swarovski crystal and natural stone necklace with a brass toggle.
Donated by Joanne’s Beads
Value: $120
Value: $150
506 A Frilly Scarf
Keep your neck warm this winter is this frilly scarf in shades of
purple.
Donated by: Paula Robinson
Value: $48
507 The Blues Have It
A handmade bracelet designed with blue lace agate, blue lapis,
sterling silver spacers with a silver tone toggle
Designed by: Designs by Debbie
Value: $40
508 Moon Stone Necklace
A stunning, handmade necklace made of amethyst, garnet, pearl,
and a sterling silver toggle which holdsa sterling silver, amethyst,
garnet and citrine charm with a bezel set moon stone.
Donated by: Designs by Debbie
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Value: $150
509 Alicia Klein Hope Bag
High fashion with career functionality! This Saffron Croco
print leather handbag will function as a career bag by day
or as a fashionista’s fave for play.
Donated by: Reunions
Value: $239
510 Bling It On!
A sparkling authentic Swarovski crystal necklace with
coordinating earrings.
Donated by: A Friend of Commonwealth Academy
Value: $200
511 Amethyst and Black Pearl Bracelet
A hand made bracelet of amethyst beads and black pearls,
with sterling silver spacers and a silver tone toggle.
Donated by: Designs by Debbie
Value: $40
512 Free Form Sterling Silver and Marcasite Necklace
A beautiful sterling silver, free form necklace with marcasite
and decorated with an oval shape dark blue stone.
Donated by: A Friend of Commonwealth Academy
Value: $120
513 Quilted Tote Bag – One of Today’s Hottest Trends!
This beautiful handmade quilted bag has a colorful array of triangles
stitched into soft lightweight cotton fabric, for ease in carrying
to work, travel, and shopping
Donated by: Ann Goulette
Value: $75
514 Shopping Party at Periwinkle
Host a shopping party for up to 10 people at Periwinkle at the
National Harbor location. Everyone will receive 25% off all full priced
merchandise as well as complimentary champagne and refreshments.
Grab your friends and bid on this together!
Donated by: Periwinkle, National Harbor
Value: Priceless
515 Quartz Necklace and Matching Earrings
Sterling Silver rutilated quartz and white quartz on cord necklace
with matching earrings.
Donated by: The Jewelry Exchange of Maryland
Value: $300
516 Casual Clutch Handbag
Hand embellished clutch handbag with brown leather and denim,
sporting a small charm with western characters.
Donated by: Paula Robinson
Value: $150
517 Vintage Style Handbag
Handbag embellished with black denim and vintage style brooch,
and matching trim.
Donated by: Paula Robinson
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Value: $100
CHOW TIME
Food and Drink
601
St. Elmo’s Gift Basket
Gift Basket includes; a stainless steel travel mug, a St. Elmo’s
t-shirt (XL), note cards, a Live Poet Society collection of poems
and a jar of Chai spice honey for tea.
Donated by: St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub in Del Ray
Value: $50
602 Gluten Free Never Tasted So Good!
Emma Cech of The Happy Tart Bakery in Del Ray is donating one dozen
decorated gluten free cookies and a $15 gift certificate for another
delicious purchase at the bakery. Yum!
Donated by: The Happy Tart Bakery in Del Ray
Value: $75
603 Strawberry/Raspberry White Chocolate Cheesecake
Janice Caramanica will make this beautiful cheesecake especially for
you! Smooth creamy, rich cheesecake with a white chocolate ribbon
and a middle raspberry layer, sits on a crunch crust of vanilla
cookies and almonds. Pretty enough to serve to company, but
you’ll be tempted to freeze it in pieces for yourself! Contains nuts.
Time mutually agreed upon.
Donated by: Janice F. Caramanica
Value: $50
604 Triple Chocolate Cheesecake
Janice Caramanica will bake this beautiful cheesecase especially for
you! Every chocolate cheesecake lover dreams of “the perfect one” –
chocolate graham cracker crust, smooth luscious creamy
chocolate cheesecake, and a finishing layer of chocolate glaze.
Not for the calorie conscious. As near to a divine flavor as one
can achieve on earth! (Does not contain nuts or nut products)
Time mutually agreed upon.
Donated by: Janice F. Caramanica
Value: $45
605 Everybody needs a “Dairy Godmother”
$25 in gift certificates to this dessert destination in Del Ray. This one of
a kind custard shop features Wisconsin-style custard, snappy sorbets,
ice pops, & nostalgic treats. You must go! And when you get home
you can do the jigsaw puzzle of the shop to be a constant reminder of
your visit.
Donated by: The Dairy Godmother, Del Ray
Value: $30
606 The Wharf Seafood Restaurant
A gift certificate toward Old Town’s favorite seafood restaurant since
1971 featuring whole Maine lobster, award winning crab cakes and
prime steaks.
Donated by: The Wharf Restaurant
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Value: $50
607 Vasos Kitchen “A Little Piece of Greece”
This Greek and Mediterranean style restaurant serves brunch,
lunch and dinner. If you find yourself tooling around Alexandria
in search of this great food, be on the lookout for a big porker,
etched in vintage pink and green neon and promising "bar-b-que
inside, you’ll know you are in the right place!
Donated by: Vasos Kitchen, Alexandria
Value: $30
608 The Neighborhood Restaurant Group
This gift certificate is valid at any of the following neighborhood
restaurant group properties; Birch & Barley, Churchkey, Tallula,
Evening Star Café, Eat Bar, Rustico, Buzz, and Columbia Firehouse
Donated by: The Neighborhood Restaurant Group
Value: $50
609 Wine & Chocolate Tasting for Four at Fleurir Chocolates
The tasting will be held, after hours, at the store in Georgetown. Fleuir
Chocolates is opening in Alexandria.! There is a chance the tasting can
be at the new location. No tastings in December. In addition to the
tasting the winner will take home from, CAFÉ Bonanza, delicious box
of chocolates.
Donated by Fleurir Chocolates
Value: $194
610 Topical Smoothie Café
A $20 gift certificate to spend at the Tropical Smoothie Café plus a
reusable logo cup. Save the environment and the cup because each
time you use the cup to purchase a smoothie you will get 50¢ off of your
purchase.
Donated by: Tropical Smoothie Café, Potomac Greens Drive
Value: $24
611 Topical Smoothie Café
A $20 gift certificate to spend at the Tropical Smoothie Café plus a
reusable logo cup. Save the environment and the cup because each
time you use the cup to purchase a smoothie you will get 50¢ off of your
purchase.
Donated by: Tropical Smoothie Café, Potomac Greens Drive
Value: $24
612 Topical Smoothie Café
A $20 gift certificate to spend at the Tropical Smoothie Café plus a
reusable logo cup. Save the environment and the cup because each
time you use the cup to purchase a smoothie you will get 50¢ off of your
purchase.
Donated by: Tropical Smoothie Café, Potomac Greens Drive
Value: $24
613 Dinner For 2 At Hops Grill & Brewery
Two people will enjoy any two entrees compliments of Hops (up
to $50). Also included, to be enjoyed at other visits, is a card for a
free appetizer, two free kid’s meal coupons and a Hops Rewards
Card (get $10 off your 10th visit).
Donated by: Hops Grill & Brewery, Alexandria
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Value: $60
614 Gift Card To The Great American Restaurant Group
This family of restaurants offers something for every palate; Arties,
Best Buns, Carlyle, Coastal Flats, Jacksons, Mike’s American, Ozzie’s,
Silverado and Sweetwater Tavern.
Donated by: Barbara and Bob Boehme
Value: $50
615 Let’s Dish
Don’t Cook…Dish! There are lots of ways to dish with this $50 gift card.
You can assemble the meals yourself (the original!) at an In-store session,
or have Let’s Dish do the customized assembly for you (they call it
“Dish-n-Dash”). You can place an order online for DishDelivery (their
newest and most convenient service), pop in last-minute to select a Ready
Made meal or two (or more!), or get the gang together for a Private Party.
Donated by: Let’s Dish, Alexandria
Value: $50
616 Platter of Holiday Treats
Cranberry Ecstasy Bars, Chocolate Chip Snowballs (may contain wheat,
nuts, dairy) and Lemon-Ginger Meringues (gluten free). Fresh baked cookies
to take home from the auction, as well as a certificate good for another
platter (approx.. 6 dozen) to be baked for your next holiday gathering
Donated by: Lisa Harrington
Value: $ $100
617 Trio of BBQ Sauce
Named the Best Barbecue Sauce in the Country by Men’s Health Magazine,
named One of the Best BBQ Sauces in the Country by Country Living
Magazine, the Best Tailgating BBQ Sauce by Men’s Health Magazine and the
People’s Choice Winner in the 2010 Safeway National Capital Barbecue
Battle. These National Award Winning BBQ Sauces can be yours.
Included are; Original, Sweet and Mustard Pork Barrel BBQ Sauces.
Donated by: Pork Barrel BBQ, Del Ray
Value: $15
618 Wine Tasting In Your Home
An in home wine tasting for up to 20 people! What fun that would be!
November – December Excluded.
Donated by: Paul’s Wine and Spirits
Value: $500
619 Kosta Browne Russian River Pinot Noir 2009
Wine Spectator’s 2011 #1 Wine of the Year! Very difficult to find.
Where it can be found, it is selling for $120-$185 per bottle. Has been
properly cellared since release.
Donated by: Paul & Laura Weidenfeld
Value: $120-$150
620 Bubbly Your Next Celebration
Two bottles of Champagne you can uncork and use for your next
celebration. There is a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Brut and a
bottle of Moet Chandon Imperial.
Donated by: Steve Richards and Fernando Resano
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Value: $100
621 Two French Bottles of Wine
Two bottles of French wine for your to sip on and enjoy! One is a
2009, Domaine La Milliere, Chateauneuf du Pape and the other is
2009, Domaine Laleure-Piot Corto Grand Cru – “Rognet”
Donated by: Heather and Mark Dertzbaugh
Value: $120
622 Gift Certificates to J. Gilbert’s in McLean
Named 2010’s ‘Restaurant of the Year’ by The Greater McLean
Chamber of Commerce, J. Gilbert’s has been a Fairfax County favorite
since opening our doors in 1999. They serve center-cut Prime Angus
beef cooked over an open wood fire grill and presented with graceful,
personal service. Add in our succulent sides like Lobster Mac ’N’ Cheese
or Yukon smashed potatoes and settle in next to our roaring hearth for
some well-deserved indulgence.
Donated by: Diana and Robert Bork
Value: $80
623 Plenty Of Pecans For Your Holiday Pantry: GO NUTS!
Get cracking on your holiday baking with case of the most delicious
mammoth pecan halves, fresh from harvest in Georgia! 12 bags of plain
pecan halves (16 oz. each bag) are ideal for baking, plus 12 bags of sweet
cinnamon-glazed pecan halves (10 oz. each bag) already wrapped for
easy gift-giving. Included is a Pecan Lovers Cook Book, with over 100
recipes featuring delicious and healthful pecans.
Donated by: Sue Mamber
Value: $214
624 Del Ray Café Gift Certificate
From the owners of La Bergerie, a French café serving local, natural
and organic foods.
Donated by: Virginia Kitchens and Del Ray Cafe
Value: $100
625 Del Ray Café Gift Certificate
From the owners of La Bergerie, a French café serving local, natural
and organic foods.
Donated by: Harry Braswell Inc. and Del Ray Cafe
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Value: $100
HOME ON THE RANGE
For Your Home
701 Lenox Crystal Ovations Candlesticks
A beautiful pair of 8 inch lead crystal candlesticks.
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Value: $100
Landscaping Consultation
Is your yard looking tired? Terry Mahoney of Eclectic Nature
in Del Ray will come to your home for a landscape consultation.
Donated by: Terry Mahoney, Eclectic Nature, Del Ray
Value: $50
703 Functional Stoneware by the Clay Queen Pottery
Renee Altman of The Clay Queen Pottery is donating a gift
certificate toward the purchase of a piece of her handmade pottery.
Donated by: The Clay Queen Pottery, Del Ray
Value: $25
704 Portrait of YOUR House
Artist/Architect Peter VanderPoel will create a lovely, original
painting of your home in ink and watercolor. The painting is
approximately 8x10 inches long plus a 2 inch mat.
Donated by: Peter VanderPoel
Value: $300
705 Hand Crafted Ceramic Berry Bowl and Drain Plate
The perfect bowl for berries and fruit. This antique white colander
and drain plate is not only the ideal berry washer, it helps keep fruit
fresh. Makes a beautiful presentation for sharing nature’s bounty with
family and friends.
Donated by: Julie Skolnick/Potomac Pottery
706 Antique Fireplace Fender
This antique fireplace fender will look good on your fireplace hearth.
Donated by: Gena Fitzgerald, CA Board Member
Value: $45
Value: $300
707 Large Ceramic Bowl
A stunning large ceramic bowl (13 inches in diameter) perfect for
display or use.
Donated by: Sarah Soulliere
Value: $120
708 Quilted Tulip Pattern Wall Hanging
Sophisticated colors harmonize with the pleasing style of the
repeating tulip pattern in this contemporary wall hanging. This
fabulous piece was produced by a prolific Connecticut quilter,
Peter Szymanoski’s grandmother.
Donated by: The Szymanoski Family
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Value: $150
709 Beautiful Handmade Blue and White Quilt
Lovingly made by Peter Szymanoski’s grandmother, a prolific quilter and
donated especially for CAFÉ Bonanza
Donated by: The Szymanoski Family
Value: $400
710 Handyman Services
Handyman Karl Woelflein, who specializes in older homes,
is donating two hours of handyman services for your home.
This does not include materials and no electrical work will
be done.
Donated by: Anonymous
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Value: $200
TOWN SQUARE
Special Services and More
801 Five Executive Coaching Sessions
Five one hour sessions of executive coaching, with an experienced,
certified leadership coach.
Donated by: Lauren Thompson
Value: $1000
802 College Counseling Sessions
2-hr one -on-one college counseling consultation with college consultant
Elysa Stahl, MA, MSW, President of Admissions Avenue. Help with
navigating the entire college admissions process from start to admit.
Services include but are not limited to, the college list, applications
and essay.
Donated by Elysa Stahl, Admissions Avenue
Value: $200
803 Treat Your Dog To A Bath & Brush Salon Service
This Bath & Brush package includes; pre-groom, deep cleansing bath,
aqua massage, anal gland expression, blow dry and fluff, ear cleaning
nail trim, and neaten up of face, feet, and tail only.
Donated by: Hairy Situations, Alexandria
Value: $65
804 Customized Tutoring For Your Child
Four free tutoring sessions in your home customized to meet your
child’s needs.
Donated by: Educational Connections, Inc.
Value: $370
805 Call Conklyn’s For Your Next Flower Delivery
Use a $50 gift card toward the purchase of flowers for you or a loved
one. Nothing says it better than flowers!
Donated by Conklyn’s Flowers Worldwide
Value: $50
806 Need Help In Your Garden?
Kathy Landis is willing to get her hands dirty with you by donating
2 hours of gardening. She will work with you in your garden to do
any of the following things; spring cleanup, pruning, transplanting
perennials, planting bulbs, raking leaves, spreading mulch, turning
over soil to create a new planting bed, planting small shrubs/
perennials/bulbs/ground covers. You can talk with her about garden
design ideas while working together, if interested. Good for the month
of November 2012 (as long as it’s not too cold!) or spring 2013.
Donated by: Kathy Landis, Landscape Architect
Value: $80
807 Full Grooming Package For Your Do
Grooming Package to include; bath, conditioning, blow dry, cut, nails
and ears.
Donated by: Your Dog’s Best Friends, Alexandria
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Value: $100
808 1 on 1 Dog Training
Need help? Need hope? Get help for your challenged dog.
Donated by: Your Dog’s Best Friends, Alexandria
Value: $100
809 Full Speech/Language Evaluation
2-3 hours of speech/language testing to include language,
reading, writing, and pragmatics as needed. Includes written
reports.
Donated by: Ellen Edwards, Reston Speech & Language Center
Value: $400-600
810 My Eye Dr. Gift Certificate
Good for a free state-of-the-art eyeglass exam and $100
off a complete pair of designer, luxury, or value priced
prescription eyeglasses (Frames & Lenses). Good in over
40 locations in DC, MD, and VA. Expires 12/31/12
Donated by: My Eye Dr.
Value: $200
811 My Eye Dr. Gift Certificate
Good for a free state-of-the-art eyeglass exam and $100
off a complete pair of designer, luxury, or value priced
prescription eyeglasses (Frames & Lenses). Good in over
40 locations in DC, MD, and VA. Expires 12/31/12
Donated by: My Eye Dr.
Value: $200
812 Diabetes Meal Planning Made Easy
Do you know someone with pre-diabetes or Type 2 Diabetes who
would benefit from a consultation with a seasoned dietitian, diabetes
educator? Then here’s the perfect gift – an autographed book loaded
with practical strategies to eat healthier and control diabetes, plus a
one hour in person consultation.
Donated by Hope Warshaw
Value: $120
813 Spruce Up Your Home’s Interior
Not only is Steve Richards the auction co-chair, he is an interior
designer too. Steve will give you two hours of his time to;
rearrange furniture, hand pictures, choose paint colors, or give
you window treatment ideas.
Donated by: Steve Richards, Steven Richards & Assoc. Inc.
Value: $250
814 Ultimate Pet Basket
This basket is chocked full of treats for your pet. There are toys,
a body pillow, dog chews, rawhide, scented waste pick-up bags,
canned food, dried food, and much more! Mainly for dogs but if
you have a cat too, there is stuff in there for your kitty as well.
Donated by: Cherie Carroll
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Value: $70
815 New Dental Patient Experience
Receive new patient at Fairlington Dental and receive a
comprehensive new patient exam, cleaning, fluoride treatment,
full set of xrays and a custom take home whitening kit. Adults
only. Expires 2/28/13. Smile!
Donated by: Fairlington Dental
Value: $800
816 Goodies For Your Pet
If making a difference in the life of your pet matters to you, well then
you'll want to try ProFeed. We're chock-full of great food, fun toys,
and other pet care items….and so is this gift basket
Donated by: Pro Feed Pet Centers, Alexandria
Value: $150
817 Fatigued to Fabulous Breakthrough Session
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Spend an hour with
health and transformation coach Laurie Erdman as she maps out your
plan to get more energy, lose weight and get more out of life.
Donated by: Laurie Erdman, Chronic Wellness Coaching LLC
Value: $200
818 Do You Have A Toyota?
This gift certificate is good toward parts and/or service of your
Toyota.
Donated by: Jack Taylor’s Alexandria Toyota-Scion
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Value: $200
Is Your Car Ready For The Winter?
This gift certificate includes a free oil change, 34 point service,
tire rotation, brake inspection, adjust tire pressure, top off fluids and
load battery test.
Donated by: Yates Automotive Service, Alexandria
Value: $100
820 One-on-One Health Coaching
Winner gets two 50-minute one-on-one health coaching sessions
offered by Holistic Health and Run Coach, Kathy Pugh. Figure out
what you need in your life. Want to lose weight? Need to stop
making excuses for not exercising? Tired of being tired? Not sure how
to boost your energy? Have sugar cravings? Digestive issues? No time
to eat healthier? If you said yes to any of these questions a health coach
might benefit you. Expires 5/10/13
Donated by: Kathy Pugh Wellness, NE Washington, DC
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Value: $200
KIT AND KABOODLE
Class Baskets
901 Games / Movie Night Basket
This is a basket that the entire family can enjoy. Included in the basket
is a popcorn popper with popcorn, 4 single serving bowls for the popcorn,
an AMC movie gift card, a Fandango movie gift card, DVD, and games
galore!
Donated by: Lower School Families
Value: $300
902 Ice Cream Basket
This yummy basket includes; $30 Cold Stone gift card, 4 ice cream
bowls with a fun design featuring a unique stamping and hand-painted
process from South African artists, Sur La Table stainless steel traditional
ice cream scoop, set of 6-shovel shaped stainless steel spoons,
2-boxes of The Cone Guys Specialty Ice Cream Cones in chocolate
and chocolate chip, Sanders Fine Chocolatiers Toppings in milk
chocolate hot fudge and classic caramel, cherries and sprinkles
Donated by: Sixth and Seventh Grade Families
Value: $120
903 Complete Gardening Basket
If you are a gardener this basket is a “must have.” The basket includes;
a Smith & Hawken large garden pop-up tote & Unisex Suede Leather
Gloves, Fiskars Ergo Handle Transplanter shovel, green plastic watering
can, packet of wildflower seeds, several useful books on gardening and
landscaping, the "always useful" OFF mosquito repellent clip-on with fan
and a one of a kind gardening apron signed by the eighth graders.
All of this is contained in a 17 gallon stainless steel utility tub.
Donated by: The Eighth Grade Families
Value: $300
904 Awesome Italian Basket
This basket contains all things Italian. Included in the basket is gift
certificate to an Italian restaurant in addition to all kinds of food items
and useful items for Italian cooking.
Donated by: The Ninth Grade Families
Value: $400
905 The Ultimate Spa Basket
This basket contains amazing items to help you relax…and who doesn’t
need to relax from time to time! This basket includes; $40 Origins gift card,
bars of homemade soap, a Cherry Pit heating pad, massage socks, foot
therapy kit, a short robe, bath salts, lavender spray, a loofa and a variety of
soap, gel, bath & shower products….and more!
Donated by: Tenth Grade Families
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Value: $300
906 For The Chocolate Lover….And Who Isn’t?
This basket includes a 2-tiered “Chocolate” serving plate, a Cuisinart
fondue pot, three bags of chocolate to melt, Godiva white chocolate liqueur,
a jar of dark chocolate toffee sauce, a Godiva t-shirt, a variety of chocolate
brands; Lindt-Lindor, Godiva, Ghirardelli, Toblerone…in milk, hazelnut,
white, dark and other assorted chocolates and truffles!
Donated by: Eleventh Grade Families
Value: $200
907 Going Off To College
These are just some of the items that this useful basket contains; Ramen
Noodles, laundry basket/hamper, laundry soap, towel set, a safe, $25
Starbucks card…..and much more! A must have if you know someone
going off to college!
Donated by: The Twelfth Grade Families
ALL GUSSIED UP
Class Projects
At the time this catalog went to print, students were working to complete amazing
class projects. We will all get to see these projects as they are unveiled on the night
of CAFÉ Bonanza.
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Value: $400
SCHOOL MARMS AND MASTERS TREASURES
From the Commonwealth Staff
1101 Golf With Mr. Anderson and Mr. Brown
These wonderful teachers are donating a round of nine holes
of golf (and their time during the round) for two students at
East Potomac Golf Course. Watch out – Mr. Anderson and
Mr. Brown will be playing golf with the lucky winners!
Donated by: Mr. Jeff Brown and Mr. Case Anderson
Value: Priceless
1102 Baking With Mrs. James
Mrs. James will provide supplies for baking cupcakes (recipe to be
chosen by the student) at the student's home for the student and
2 friends. She will provide enough supplies for 24 - 48 cupcakes
depending on the desire of the parent.
Donated by: Mrs. Susan James, Middle School, Math
Value: Priceless
1103 Tutoring From Mr. Robertson
Mr. Robertson will provide one hour of tutoring for a math or
science class.
Donated by: Mr. Will Robertson, High School, Math & Science
Value: Priceless
1104 Chic-Fil-A Breakfast From Mrs. Chamberlain
Mrs. Chamberlain, the Spanish teacher, will donate a breakfast from
Chick-Fil-A on the morning of the students choosing. She will bring
the breakfast with her to school.
Donated by: Mrs. Mary Chamberlain, High School Spanish
Value: Priceless
1105 Mr. Adams is Donating His Fiancée…JK!
Mr. Adams’s fiancée is a Pilates instructor and is willing to donate
Pilates instruction for the lucky winner!
Donated by: Mr. Eric Adams, High School English, Writing
Value: Priceless
1106 Two Guitar Lessons with Mr. Santiago Sere
Two Guitar Lessons with Mr. Sere afterschool at Commonwealth
Academy (Time mutually agreeable). Each lesson will be one hour long
and the lesson will vary depending on prior knowledge of the student.
Donated by: Mr. Santiago Sere, Lower School
Value: Priceless
1107 Two Hours of Tutoring With Mrs. Rose-Marie Parker
Two hours of free tutoring for any student who needs help before a test
or needs extra practice with any subject. The tutoring sessions can be
split up into two separate occasions.
Donated by: Mrs. Rose-Marie Parker, Lower School
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Value: Priceless
1108 Basketball Practice With Coach Gropper
An hour and half basketball coaching session from the Junior Varsity
basketball coach at a local park with a basketball court. Time to be mutually
agreed upon. The session will consist of an initial assessing of the child
and then either teaching him/her the fundamentals or working on more
advanced skills. By the end of the time the child will be able to do various
drills and routines in order to improve their game for the future.
Donated by: Evan Gropper, Lower School
Value: Priceless
1109 Basketball Practice With Coach Gropper
An hour and half basketball coaching session from the Junior Varsity
basketball coach at a local park with a basketball court. Time to be mutually
agreed upon. The session will consist of an initial assessing of the child
and then either teaching him/her the fundamentals or working on more
advanced skills. By the end of the time the child will be able to do various
drills and routines in order to improve their game for the future.
Donated by: Evan Gropper, Lower School
Value: Priceless
1110 SAT Math Tutoring With Ms. Powell
Ms. Powell is donating three one-hour sessions to help prepare your child
for the math section of the SAT.
Donated by: Rebecca Powell, High School Math
Value: Priceless
1111 Nats Game with Mr. "Nattitude" Gill
Does your child feel that 45 Minutes a day aren't enough time with
Mr. Gill? Do they also love sports? Solve both problems with this fantastic
deal! Mr. Gill will take the (child of the) winner of this auction item to a
Nats Game (date TBD) next season. Relive the magic that our exciting
local nine can deliver. Mr. Gill will buy the tickets (good seats too!) and
the concessions. All you need to do is donate to CA!
Donated by: Matt Gill, Middle School & High School History
Value: Priceless
1112 Caps Game with Everyone's Favorite MS History Teacher
Mr. Gill will escort your student to a Caps game, leading them in raucous
cheers and treating them to a Fuddrucker's dinner before hand. The ideal
present for the student who wants to ask continual questions about history
and hockey! Santa's elves can't match this kind of magic! Note - The NHL is
on lockout right now, so we will have to await the start of the season.
Donated by: Matt Gill, Middle School & High School History
Value: Priceless
1113 One Hour of Tutoring or Test Preparation With Ms. Hanson
Ms. Hanson will tutor your child or get him or her ready for a test
in any of the following subjects: writing, English, history, Spanish
Donated by: Jane Wilson Hanson, Middle School Writing
Value: Priceless
1114 A Saturday Afternoon of Culture With Mr. Briggs
Mr. Briggs will spend a Saturday afternoon at the Phillips Collection
(Modern Art Museum in NW D.C.) followed by dinner and dessert
at nearby Kramer Books & Afterwords Cafe, date T.B.D. by bidder.
Donated by: Matthew Briggs HS English/MS Writing
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Value: Priceless
1115 Two Subway Lunches From Mr. Gibson
For one lucky student, ONCE during the third and ONCE during the
fourth quarter, a Subway lunch will be provided. The student must
place the order with Mr. Gibson no later than the previous school day.
Donated by: Clint Gibson, High School Math, Science, and Computer
Value: Priceless
1116 Dinner And A Movie With Ms. Theobald
Ms. Theobald will take your child and a friend out to see a movie and
then to dinner….or the other way around?
Donated by: Katherine Theobald, High School Science
Value: Priceless
1117 Dinner A Movie For Four With Ms. Costa
Two lucky students are going to get to go to dinner and a movie with
Ms. Costa.
Donated by: Katie Costa, Middle School Science
Value: Priceless
1118 Pet Sitting or Baby Sitting…You Decide!
Meagan Hawkins our associate director of development, has generously
offered to donate a weekend of pet-sitting or overnight babysitting. Major
holidays excluded.
Donated by: Meagan Hawkins, Development Office
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Value: Priceless
GALLERY B (onanza)
Art Work
1201 Work Of Art For Your Wall
Art work by Thomas West (local artist in DC) of chalk
and pastel
Donated by: Mr. and Mrs. Peter Stackhouse
Value: $200
1202 Hand Painted Flower Arrangement In A Black Frame
A simple but beautiful painting of white flowers in a
blue vase
Donated by: Anonymous
Value: $50
1203 Yellowstone Falls Picture
This magnificent scene of Yellowstone Falls was photographed by
Kevin Mullany. His work has been featured at “A Show Of Hands”
a venue that showcases work of local artists. A great one-of-a-kind gift.
Donated by: A Show of Hands, Del Ray
Value: $50
1204 Framed Wildlife Print
A large print highlighting different species of wildlife mounted in a beautiful
frame.
Donated by: Anonymous
Value: $200
1205 A Unique Relief Print
A parent and Australian artist who works in both 2-and 3-dimensional
media has created a relief print of the art deco-style bas relief motif
above the door of Commonwealth Academy.
Donated by: Meredith Legg
Value: $200
1206 Original Artwork By A Commonwealth Grad
This 12 x 24 pastel acrylic painting titled “Spring” was done by 2009
Commonwealth Academy graduate, Remy Lavelle.
Donated by: Kathy Lavelle
Value: $50
1207 Original Artwork By A Commonwealth Grad
This 22 x 28 acrylic and mixed media painting is titles “Roses.” The
artist is Remy Lavelle at 2009 Commonwealth Academy grad.
Donated by: Kathy Lavelle
Value: $75
1208 “Still Life With Avocado”
This 8 x 11 oil on canvas still life painting is being donated by our very
talented art teacher, Ksenya Litvak.
Donated by: Ksenya Litvak
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Value: $200
LIVE AUCTION
1301 Mondrian South Beach in Miami Beach
Two nights’ stay in suite accommodations,
in this luxury South Beach hotel. A bottle of
champagne will be delivered to you upon
your arrival. Reservations subject to availability
and some restrictions apply.
Donated by: Erin and Yoav Gery
Value: up to $1050
1302 Mondrian SoHo in New York City
Two people will travel, round-trip, to New York city
on Amtrak’s Acela for a two night stay in suite
accommodations, at the luxurious Mondrian Hotel in Soho.
Take in the romantic décor while you enjoy Manhattan
skyline views. A bottle of champagne will be delivered to
you upon your arrival. Reservations subject to availability
and some restrictions apply.
Donated by: Erin and Yoav Gery, Donna McCaffrey,
and Elizabeth Jex
Value: up to $1600
1303 Name A Commonwealth Academy Hallway
Honor your student or a family member by naming a Hallway after
them-or-name the hallway something to “inspire” all the C/A
students! (Name to be approved by Dr. Johnson.) A directional
sign will be made and displayed in the hallway at C/A.
Donated by: Commonwealth Academy
Value: Priceless
1304 Golf With Mr. Johns
Two lucky C/A students will have the opportunity to play 9 holes of
golf at the luxurious East Potomac Golf Course in Washington D.C.
with Mr. Johns. The golf package includes a warm-up driving range
session, free conversation, mediocre golf tips, and a memorable
handshake and autograph session at the 9th hole. Winners are
responsible for paying their own green fees, and all golfers must have
a set of clubs (available for rent at East Potomac Golf Course).
No golfing experience is needed.
Donated by: Matt Johns
Value: Priceless
1305 Mr. Gill’s Homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza Dinner
Mr. Gill will buy all the materials and make a delicious home made
Barbeque Chicken Pizza that puts California Pizza Kitchen to shame!
This is a great idea for a night when there is a sleepover or large
gathering, as you can crank out up to six pizzas.
Donated by: Matt Gill
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Value: Priceless
1306 A Special Evening With Dr. Johnson
Dr. Johnson is inviting 4 people (does not have to be 2 couples) to
join her for dinner at A La Lucia, one of her favorite restaurants, in
Old Town Alexandria on a mutually agreed upon week day evening.
Donated by: Dr. Susan Johnson
Value: Priceless
1307 A Sculpture of Your Child’s Head
Ricardo Pontes, Commonwealth’s new, New Media, teacher is an
artist and a sculptor. He will make a one of a kind sculpture of your
child’s head that you can proudly display at home.
Donated by: Ricardo Pontes
Value: Priceless
1308 GM Weekend Getaway
Enjoy a weekend getaway in one of GM’s Luxury or Performance
vehicles. Choose from: the all new Cadillac XTS or ATS; Cadillac
Escalade Hybrid, Chevrolet Camaro, or Chevrolet Volt. Driver must
have a valid driver’s license and insurance. (Certain vehicles subject
to availability.)
Donated by: General Motors
Value: Priceless
1309 Own The Number One Fashion Accessory This Season
Stay warm and compliment your wardrobe with this beautiful knitted
Russian Sable Scarf with Ruffles.
Donated by: Miller’s Furs, McLean, VA and Chevy Chase, MD
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Value: $1100
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