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to see the 2016 catalog.
2016 Potomac School
Scholarship Auction
Lights. Camera. Auction!
helping our stars shine brightly
Character Counts.
TTR Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to
support The Potomac School in its mission to foster
students’ intellectual development, love of learning,
and strength of character.
McLEAN, VA | GEORGETOWN, DC | DOWNTOWN, DC | ALEXANDRIA, VA | CHEVY CHASE, MD
Dear Friends,
It’s time for The Potomac School’s 2016 Scholarship Auction! As you leaf
through the pages of this catalog, you will see that it is more than just a book:
It is a reflection of the tremendous commitment of Potomac’s parents, alumni,
and friends. So many generous individuals and businesses have donated
fantastic auction items, ensuring an exciting and fun-filled event that will make
a lasting difference for our school.
The Scholarship Auction has become a much-anticipated Potomac tradition
because it offers our community a chance to celebrate and support an
educational mission that we hold dear. If you attended last year’s auction,
you know what a remarkable event it was. There was a great feeling of
camaraderie in the room, as well as a few moments of playful competition
as friends and classmates jockeyed to place a winning bid. But above all, there was a deep sense of
affection for our school, our students, and our teachers. I believe that the outpouring of generosity that
made last year’s auction an unprecedented success sprang from these positive feelings that we all share,
and I am confident that this year’s event will be just as successful.
When you support this auction, you are ensuring that Potomac can continue to provide education that
combines intellectual growth with character development. Since its founding in 1904, our school has
prepared thousands of young people to live healthy, principled, and successful lives. This was made
possible by generations of committed educators and volunteer leaders 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 its extended community, and for this we are truly grateful.
I would like to mention a special focus of this year’s auction: 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 scholarships 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.
Finally, I extend sincere thanks to our auction co-chairs, Annie Pacious and Ellie Judd, and their cadre of
dedicated volunteers, for the incredible energy, enthusiasm, and effort they have devoted to this event.
They have put together what promises to be a terrifically exciting and memorable evening.
Carolyn and I look forward to seeing you at the auction.
With sincere appreciation for your support,
John Kowalik
Head of School
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Dear Friends,
Hooray for Hollywood, and hooray for Potomac! What could be more fun than
an evening of glitz and glamour that benefits the school we all love? While I
like this year’s tagline of “Lights. Camera. Auction!” what really strikes me as
significant are the words that follow it: “helping our stars shine brightly.”
That’s what it’s all about. Everyone who contributes to this event’s success
does it for just one reason: so that our wonderful students and faculty will
have even more opportunities to shine.
As you know, our annual auction provides critically needed funds for student
scholarships and faculty professional development. Currently, 18% of
Potomac’s students receive financial aid. The scholarship dollars generated
by this event enable these qualified and deserving young people to benefit
from all that Potomac offers. What a gift that is – and what an investment in the future! This event also
supports our school’s commitment to excellent teaching. Funds raised through the auction help ensure
that all Potomac faculty have opportunities for continued learning and enrichment. A strong professional
development program is key to recruiting and retaining the best faculty and helps our teachers stay attuned
to the latest developments in their disciplines and in classroom theory and practice.
So, what makes an event like this successful? I believe it is the same thing that makes our school, or any
worthwhile enterprise, successful. The key is generosity – not just financial generosity, but generosity that
is expressed by the sharing of time, talent, ideas, and effort. At Potomac, we are blessed with a community
that truly exemplifies the phrase “generosity of spirit.” The members of this community teach and model
kindness, integrity, respect, and service to others. They are committed to making a difference – for our
school, our students, and the world at large. When people like that come together, fantastic things happen!
And one of those fantastic things is this Scholarship Auction.
Last year’s event was absolutely electric; the excitement and commitment in the room were amazing. I
invite you to join us in creating that same excitement, and demonstrating that same commitment, this year.
Potomac needs and values your support.
See you on the red carpet!
All the best,
Marjorie Brennan
Chair, Board of Trustees
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Dear Friends and Families,
Welcome to Potomac’s 2016 Scholarship Auction. We are
excited to have you join in this important effort to raise funds
for student financial aid and faculty professional development.
Whether you attend the event or participate from afar, your
support will be deeply appreciated!
This year’s auction celebrates the excitement of Hollywood,
while raising funds to support the real stars of our show:
Potomac’s amazing students and faculty. Did you know
that one in six Potomac students is receiving scholarship
assistance? Were you aware that almost every member of our school’s faculty is participating in professional
development this year? The funds that we raise through this event help ensure that The Potomac School will
continue to attract the outstanding students and teachers that make it a vibrant hub of challenging, joyful
learning.
We offer sincere appreciation to all of the generous individuals and businesses who have donated items
for this year’s auction; a quick look through this catalog will show you the unbelievably amazing things we
have up for bid! We also want to mention a special highlight of the auction: RAISING THE PADDLE TO FUND
POTOMAC SCHOLARS – an opportunity for all of us to make a generous show of support for the students,
faculty, and school that we love.
This event would not be possible without the hard work of many volunteers and Potomac staff members;
we thank them all for their dedication and effort. But above all, we thank you for your continued support of
our school and this event. Your involvement and generosity make this auction a success, year after year. You
truly do play a starring role.
So here we go: Lights. Camera. Auction!
All the best,
Ellie Judd Annie Pacious
2016 Scholarship 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.................................................34
Raffle..................................................................35
Buy a Spot.........................................................36
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 7, 2016 at noon!
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 7 at noon and
closes February 23 at 10 pm. Winners will be
notified by email immediately following the close
of the Online Auction.
Auction Website Instructions
Silent Auction: Begins with pre-bidding online
February 7 at noon through February 23 at 10 pm.
Bidding will continue and close at the Hilton on
February 27 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 27.
●● Click on the “Online Auction” button located on the
Live Auction: Preview all of the items that will
be available for bidding at the Live Auction
on February 27. If you would like to place an
absentee bid for a Live Auction item, email
Christine Sharkey at [email protected]
by Thursday, February 25 at noon.
●● Log on to Potomac’s 2016 Auction website:
www.potomacschool.org/auction
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” and
type 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” to see all of the options and place your bid.
Bon Appétit
Experiences
●● $300 Gift Certificate
●● Admission for 4 to Madame
Donated by L’Auberge Chez
Francois and Tiffany and Mark
Sherrill
●● $200 Gift Certificate
Donated by Cafe Renaissance
●● Gift Cards from Cactus Cantina,
Chopt, Nostos, Cafe Oggi, RW
Restaurant Group, 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 Session of Panther
Prowlers Camp
Donated by The Potomac School
●● Three Week Session of Discovery
Camp
Donated by The Potomac School
Tussauds
Donated by Madame Tussauds
●● Canoe Rental for a Day Trip on the
Shenandoah River
Donated by Shenandoah River
Outfitters, Inc.
●● 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!
Pamper Yourself
●● Eyelash Extension
Donated by Lashes by Katie
●● Custom In-Studio Airbrush Tan
Donated by Kelly’s Mobile Tan
●● Haircut and Styling
Donated by Prima Hair and Day
Spa
●● Gift cards from Vita Surgical
Group, The Artisans of McLean,
and many more!
Parties for Children and
Adults
●● Hamburger Party (with Shirts and
Hats) for 10
Donated by Five Guys
●● Flag Football Party for 18 with
McLean Flagstar
Donated by McLean Flagstar
●● Duckpin Bowling Party for 18 at
Congressional Country Club
Donated by Leah and Peter Young
Sports
●● Two 1-Hour Personal Training
Sessions including a 1-Hour
Therapeutic Massage
Donated by True Fitness and
Nutrition
●● Two Tickets to a Bowie Baysox
Baseball Game
Donated by Bowie Baysox
Baseball Club
●● 10-Class Yoga Pack
Donated by Down Dog Yoga
Exclusively Upper School
●● A Day in the Life of a Reporter
Donated by The Daily Caller
●● Private ACT and SAT Tutoring
Program by Top Score Education
Donated by Revolution Prep
●● Lunch Delivery for Your Upper
Schooler and 9 Friends Every
Wednesday in May
Donated by Devereux Socas
… and much more!
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coakleywilliams.com
A Proud Partner of
The Potomac School
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ITEM #1
RDMA VIP Package!
Win a pair of VIP tickets to music’s biggest event for families, the Radio Disney Music
Awards, and meet a Radio Disney star during the VIP meet and greet prior to the show.
The Radio Disney Music Awards honor the year’s highest musical achievements in
the teen pop genre. You and your guest will attend the 9th annual Radio Disney
Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on April 30, 2016, where
you will meet a Radio Disney star, then proceed to your VIP seats to see the hottest
teen pop stars perform and win their “Golden Mickeys” in such categories as Best
Female/Male Artist, Song of the Year, Best Breakup Song, Best Song
That Makes You Smile, and more, including the Hero Award. (See
http://music.disney.com/radio-disney-music-awards for updated
event information). At least one of the two tickets must be used
by an adult.
Donor: Radio Disney
Value: $5,000
ITEM #2
A Star is Born!
Walk-on role for one person in a full-length multi-million-dollar budget movie for theatrical release with a credit at the
end of the film.
First-class round-trip flight for two, hotel accommodations, and car transportation from the hotel to the set will be
provided. Participant will have a month’s notice as to what month the shooting will take place and one week, with
flexible dates, before having to join the all-star cast and crew on the set for his or her walk-on role.
Circle 4 Entertainment (C4E) is an independent financing and production company founded in 2013 by Adam Falkoff
and Arthur L. Bernstein. Its mission is to create high-quality original films with compelling stories in several genres. C4E
also acts as a co-producer of films. Following the success of their first film, Walt Before Mickey, C4E has gone on to
produce Nouvelle Vie (scheduled for release in May 2016), Brawler (scheduled for release in June 2016), and
Swing State (currently in production and scheduled for release in August 2016). C4E currently has 12 movies
in various genres in development and/or pre-production, including Justice League, College Cons, Moonlight
Sonata, Junior Lifeguards, One Week In Hollywood, Hiding in Plain Sight, Taking the Long Way Home, Kissing
Jade, Untold Story, Once Upon a Time in Columbia, Vicky, Assassins Anonymous, The Human Touch, and
K-9 Fury. C4E movie casts have included Jon Header (Napoleon Dynamite) , Thomas Ian
Nicolas (American Pie), David Henrie (Wizards of Waverly Place), Hunter Gomez (National
Treasure), Taylor Grey (Star Wars), Bill Cobbs (Night At The Museum), Erin Bethea (Fireproof),
Zach McGowan (Shameless), Burt Young (Rocky), Amy Smart (The Butterfly Effect), Jason Richter
( Free Willy), Tayrn Mannning (Orange is the New Black), Joe Pantoliano (The Matrix), Billy Zane
(Titanic), and Sean Astin (Lord of the RIngs).
Donor: The Falkoff Family and Circle 4 Entertainment.
Value: Priceless
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ITEM #3
Four Tickets to Broadway’s Hottest Musical, Hamilton,
with a VIP Dinner at Porter House
April 9, 2016
Impossible to get – sold out for months in advance – yet
we have them! Four orchestra tickets to the hottest show
in Manhattan – Hamilton – a musical with music, lyrics,
and book by Lin-Manuel Miranda, inspired by the 2004
biography Alexander Hamilton by historian Ron Chernow.
The musical made its Off-Broadway debut at The Public
Theater in February 2015, where its engagement was
sold out. The show transferred to Broadway that summer,
opening on August 6, 2015, at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.
On Broadway, it has received enthusiastic critical acclaim
and unprecedented advance box office.
After an amazing matinee performance, you and your
guests will dine at 7:30 pm at the luxurious Porter House,
located at the heart of Columbus Circle, just steps from Lincoln Center.
Located on the fourth floor of the Time Warner Center and part of the
Center’s Restaurant Collection, Porter House features sweeping views
of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline. Celebrity chef and owner
Michael Lomonaco has generously donated dinner with wines included.
Donor : Melissa and Jason Twomey
Value: $4,000
ITEM #4
Golf with a Legendary Steeler – Alan Faneca
Alan Faneca, perhaps the greatest guard in Steelers history, is among
the 15 finalists for the 2016 Pro Football Hall of Fame class in this, his
first year of eligibility.
When do you get a chance to hang out with, play golf with, and dine
with a legendary Pittsburgh Steeler? Right now! Nine-time Pro Bowler,
Super Bowl champion, 2016 Hall of Fame nominee, and Potomac
School volunteer football coach Alan Faneca will accompany the
winner and four of his/her guests at the storied Congressional Country
Club in Bethesda, MD. The winner and guests will play in two foursomes
with members Bryan Judd and Andrew Norton, followed by dinner in
the club dining room with spouses. In addition, Alan will donate an
autographed authentic game jersey and a signed football. This will be
an experience that any Steelers fan would dream of and treasure.
Contact donors for a mutually-agreeable date.
Donors: Julie and Alan Faneca, Ellie and Bryan Judd,
and Ashley and Andrew Norton
Value: Priceless
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ITEM #5
Nantucket Oceanfront Estate for Five Nights
June 13 - June 18, 2016
This spectacular home is an updated turn-of-the-century
historic Sconset compound on the bluff of Baxter
Road, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and just minutes
from Sankaty Lighthouse. The compound includes a
six-bedroom main house and a three-bedroom cottage.
The house features an expansive front porch facing the
ocean, a great lawn for sports of all kinds, a private tennis
court across the street, and steps to the beach just below.
The guest house was featured on the cover of Cape Cod
magazine, while the main house graced an article on
spectacular fall getaways in the Washington Post a few
years ago. Dates of occupancy are June 13-18, 2016. Don’t
miss out!
Limited to 12 guests. Transportation not included. If
planning to drive, car ferry should be booked immediately
and may not be available. Guests are asked to check out
by 10 am on June 18.
Donors: Beth and Fred Singer
Value: $17,850
ITEM #6
Fabulous “French v. American” Wine Tasting Dinner in Your
Home for Eight, Catered by Susan Gage
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 and shocked the country’s wine industry.
During the evening, you and seven of your friends will reenact the Judgment
of Paris. U.S. 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 with the 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 between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Donors: Brothers Jeffrey and Andy Holtman and Susan Gage Catering
Value: $5,000
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Complete Property Care.
Award Winning Landscape Design.
High Quality Service & Products at a Great Price!
Welcome to Wheat’s.
Call 703.641.4790 or visit www.wheats.com
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ITEM #7
Montana Summer Adventure
Enjoy seven nights in two Absaroka Deluxe Cabins at the Yellowstone Valley Lodge, each accommodating four to
six people. Yellowstone Valley Lodge is tucked along the banks of the Yellowstone River on a ranch-style property
in Montana’s Paradise Valley. You and your guests will enjoy an adventure package that includes horseback riding,
whitewater rafting, and a guided hike in Yellowstone. Fall asleep to the sounds of the river or relax with views of
Paradise Valley from your private patio. Enjoy locally grown gourmet fare at the Yellowstone Valley Grill, with fresh
organic and locally-sourced ingredients prepared by Executive Chef Marcos Mustain, served with sweeping views of
the Absarokas and featuring a sophisticated beer and wine list. With the lodge’s local knowledge, upscale amenities,
and taste for both fine food and outdoor adventure, this is a natural base for an unforgettable Yellowstone-area
experience. Fly fishing packages are also available through the lodge at additional expense.
Each deluxe cabin includes two bedrooms (one king bed and two twin beds); two full baths; living area with
pullout sofa bed; kitchenette with microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, full-size fridge; satellite TV; and WiFi. Daily
continental breakfast is included.
Adventure package through Paradise Adventure Company and Yellowstone Guidelines includes ½ day horseback
riding excursion (ages 6 and up), ½ day raft trip (ages 6 and up), and scenic ¾ day tour and hike through Yellowstone
National Park with a professional guide.
Offered for eight to twelve (8-12) people in summer 2016 or 2017. Item includes Adventure Package, $300 Valley Grill
restaurant certificate, and room and tax charges for two Absaroka Deluxe Cabins, and is based upon availability. Airfare
not included. Please note that this property is open April through end of October only. Adventure package includes
transportation to/from lodge and can be modified through outfitters, but additional fees are at the expense of the
bidder if modifications increase value. For more information
on this hotel, please visit www.yellowstonevalleylodge.com.
Expires November 1, 2017.
Donors: Annie and Patrick Pacious, Choice Hotels
International, and the Yellowstone Valley Grill
Value: $9,300
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Jayson Werth Baseball Outing – A Once-in-a-Lifetime
Experience
Enjoy four tickets to a 2016 Nationals home game, courtesy of Nationals right fielder and Potomac parent Jayson Werth.
These premium seats are located in the Diamond Club. From the expansive bar to the comfortable lounge, the PNC
Diamond Club has impressive behind-the-plate views of Nationals Park and an outdoor porch that will give you and
your guests an unparalleled look at the field. 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!
Offered for four (4) people. Please contact the donors by mid-July to schedule your visit. Expires August 31, 2016.
Donors: Julia and Jayson Werth
Value: Priceless
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ITEM #9
Exclusive Week in Cabo San Lucas
You and seven guests will enjoy a luxurious seven-night stay in your four-bedroom residence in the members-only
Auberge Private Residences at Esperanza in Los Cabos, Mexico. The residence comprises approximately 4,000 square
feet of indoor/outdoor living space with a full kitchen, dining area, and large terrace, four bedrooms (three bedrooms
with king-size beds and one bedroom with two twin beds), and four full baths. All residences include concierge
services and private entrances.
Overlooking the Sea of Cortez, Esperanza offers an incomparable natural setting on 17 lush acres. This exclusive,
sophisticated resort is designed for guests seeking a private vacation retreat with all the comforts of home and access
to world-class dining and an award-winning Cabo Spa and Fitness program. The Southern Baja subtropical desert
climate offers a blissful 350 days of sunshine a year with warm temperatures and temperate breezes, making Cabo and
Esperanza an ideal year-round destination. The stunning waters of the Baja peninsula create a wonderful setting for
water activities, including snorkeling, sailing, and sportfishing. Five championship-level golf courses are just minutes
away. A multitude of other diversions await nearby, including eclectic shopping, dining, and nightlife.
Showcasing ingredients from local farmers and fishermen, Esperanza’s inspired Cabo dining will delight and surprise
you throughout your stay. At additional cost, enjoy delicious “sea-to-table” fare at Cocina del Mar, hands-on cooking
classes with Executive Chef Gonzalo Cerda, or an authentic Mexican fiesta with live music and a dazzling fireworks
display. Guests can also take part in a variety of cooking and cocktail-mixing classes, wine and tequila tastings, and
special dinners hosted by guest chefs.
Travel is valid for stay between mid-April and mid-November 2016 only, and must include Saturday-Saturday travel.
Offered for eight (8) people. Accommodations include a choice of four-bedroom condo-style residences (as available).
Taxes and fees included. Airfare not included. All trips include personalized trip planning, daily housekeeping, and
dedicated on-site concierge services during the stay. All getaways are booked on a first-come, first-served basis. Terms
and conditions apply. For more information on this resort, see https://esperanza.aubergeresorts.com/resort. This is a
members-only resort.
Donor: Inspirato LLC
Value: $24,000
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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 $15,000 level, followed by $10,000,
$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
Potomac 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 27.
With your help, we can reach our Fund a Scholar
goal of raising $275,000 for student scholarships
and faculty professional development.
Donors: You!
ITEM #11
The Ultimate Napa Experience
Begin this dream vacation for four with a night at the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel in downtown San Francisco. Then
spend three 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. They will be chauffeured to the 90-acre Rutherford Estate to tour its organic
vineyards and 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. Don’t miss this chance to experience the finest of Napa Valley!
Offered for four (4) guests. This spectacular
excursion is available May 1 through
September 1, 2016. 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. Airfare not included.
Donors: Karen and Bill Sonneborn and
Melissa and Jason Twomey
Value: $9,500
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ITEM #12
Farm-to-Table Dinner with Scotch Tasting
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 eight will begin with a
farm-to-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.
Offered for eight (8) guests. 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, 2017; date to be mutually convenient for the winning
bidder and the donors.
Donors: David and Cyndie Langstaff
Value: $5,000
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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 four to six people in two bedrooms upstairs and a queen Murphy bed and pull-out couch downstairs. The
condominium has two full baths.
The package also includes dinner for four at an award-winning local restaurant, The Granary, where you can watch the
sun set over the Grand Tetons through floor-to-ceiling windows. Take advantage of a variety of wonderful activities
available in beautiful Jackson Hole, including 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.
Offered for six (6) people. Expires April 1, 2017.
Excludes summer 2016 (June 1 - August 31,
2016) and Christmas week 2016 (December 24,
2016 - January 5, 2017). Choose any other week
during Jackson Hole’s great winter skiing season
(including the long weekends of Martin Luther
King, Jr. and Presidents’ Day in 2017 or Potomac
School’s Spring Break in 2017). Airfare not
included.
For a full list of amenities, visit
www.potomacschool.org/auction and click
“Online Auction.”
Donors: Michele-Anne and Mac Riley
Value: $4,000
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Outer Banks Luxury Beach House
Escape for one week to a luxury OBX beach house
(accommodates up to 28 people). Includes an exclusive, behindthe-scenes, escorted Audubon Tour.
Luxuriate in style at Casa Blanca, a spectacular 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, offering you stunning views of
gorgeous 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 a state-of-the-art Theatre Room with 110-in.
screen, 3-D projector, and butt-kicker seats, a 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 times after a walk on the 3½ mile private beach. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with a Jenn-Air
smooth cooktop, two convection ovens, two 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 the website
www.casablancapineisland.com.
During your stay, set aside a morning or afternoon to learn about the unique ecosystem of Currituck Sound. 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.
Available during the second week of Potomac’s 2017 Spring Break (Saturday to Saturday, March 18-25, 2017) or
during Potomac’s 2017 Fall Break (Saturday to Saturday, October 28- November 4, 2017 or November 4-11, 2017).
Corresponding 2016 dates may also be possible, based on availability. Contact donor as soon as possible to be sure
your targeted week is reserved! No Smoking. Parking for 9 vehicles. Dogs welcome.
Donors: Diane and Troy Watkinson
Value $5,500
ITEM #15
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, running late, 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 faculty space in our Silent Auction.
The parking spot must be used by a parent; it cannot be used by a student. Parking space valid
from March 30, 2016 through February 27, 2017.
Donor: The Potomac School
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Kiawah Island Beach House in 2017
Enjoy a relaxing 2017 Spring Break or summer week in beautiful, scenic Kiawah Island, South Carolina. This updated
five-bedroom, four-bath home is one block from the beach and a short walk or bike ride to most of Kiawah’s main
attractions.
With two first-floor master bedrooms and a screened back porch overlooking a
lagoon and the Turtle Point golf course, this house is an ideal family vacation site.
Kiawah has more than 20 tennis courts and five outstanding golf courses, including
the world-class Ocean Course. There are more than 10 restaurants on the island and
a wide variety of family and outdoor activities. In addition to the beautiful beach,
there is a neighborhood pool 50 yards from the house. Kiawah is a short 30-minute
drive from Charleston’s many attractions and airport.
Offer limited to ten (10) guests. Available during the first week of
Potomac’s 2017 Spring Break, or June 17-24, 2017. Contact donor as
soon as possible to make arrangements. No smoking and no pets.
Transportation not included.
http://www.kiawahisland.com/real-estate/property/419/0019VT
Donors: Ashley and Dan Fisher
Value: $7,500
ITEM #17
Tropical Hawaiian Getaway
You and your guest will enjoy six nights at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, including ocean-view room,
outdoor luau, and luxurious spa treatments.
The Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort offers the perfect mix of exceptional hotel accommodations and classic Hawaiian
hospitality. Imagine 22 acres of Waikiki’s widest stretch of beach, five pools, 20 restaurants and bars, lush tropical
gardens, waterfalls, exotic wildlife, and priceless artwork. As Waikiki’s only true resort, the Hilton offers you the Village
Experience: a perfect blend of luxurious accommodations, great restaurants, shopping, recreational and cultural
activities, nightly entertainment, a luxurious spa, and more! Activities for resort guests include hula and ukulele lessons,
movie night, fitness classes, ocean surfing and stand-up paddleboarding, and a resort tour. This package also features a
$300 certificate to the luxurious Mandara Spa and an evening at the Waikiki Starlight Luau, Waikiki’s only outdoor Luau
featuring extravagant lei greetings, hula kahiko performers, acrobatic fire dancers, and authentic Hawaiian dining in a
memorable setting beneath the starlit, mid-Pacific skies.
Package includes six (6) nights for two (2)
people in an oceanfront room, taxes excluded.
Package also includes a Waikiki Starlight Luau
for 2 and a $300 certificate to the Mandara
Spa to be used toward the treatment of your
choice. Airfare not included. Restrictions will
apply on certain dates. The winner is responsible
for paying applicable taxes for accommodations
and other personal incidentals upon check out.
Donors: Liina and Matt Richardson and Hilton Worldwide
Value: $3,300
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Windows Party for 25
Don’t throw a fit, throw a fete – Windows style! Host a graduation party or celebrate
your anniversary in style…the ideas are endless. Invite your friends for a fabulous
catered party in your home!
Windows Catering Company, one of Washington’s premier caterers, will bring its
magical touch to your next event. Windows will provide all the food, staff, and
equipment. Windows customers have lauded the food as delectable and the service as superb. If you have been
longing to have a fantastic party but couldn’t face all the planning involved, this is the perfect item for you!
Expires February 28, 2017. May not be used in the month of December or on any major holiday. Not to exceed $100
per person. Does not include non-alcoholic or alcoholic beverages.
Donors: Julie and Andrew Gerstel, Carol and Henry Dinardo, and Windows Catering Company
Value: $2,500
ITEM #19
Comfort Suites Paradise Island/Atlantis
Seven-night stay with two Deluxe Double Suites, accommodating up to eight, at the Comfort Suites Paradise Island,
Bahamas, with full daily access to the next-door Atlantis Resort.
A tropical adventure awaits you at the Comfort Suites Paradise Island hotel, just steps away from the Atlantis Resort,
theme park, and water park. Enjoy full daily access to Atlantis, including swimming pools, private beach, magnificent
waterscapes, river rides, water slides, health spa, tennis courts, golf, Kids Camp, movie theatre, casino, and more!
You will have full signing privileges in Atlantis’ 21 restaurants and 19 lounges/bar, kids clubs and activities, luxurious
Mandara Spa, and fitness center and classes. You and your kids will also be privileged to enjoy full access to Atlantis’
Aquaventure, a 141-acre water park with nine water slides, 11 pools, a mile-long tubing river, rock climbing, waterfalls,
water sports, and a kids water-play fort, as well as more traditional water adventures such as snorkeling, scuba diving,
and scuba, a form of diving that does not require certification.
In addition to access to all amenities at the famed Atlantis Resort, The Comfort Suites features 223 newly renovated
junior suites with flat screen cable televisions and free wireless internet access, plus complimentary hot American
Buffet breakfast daily. You can enjoy the hotel’s beautiful outdoor pool with swim-up bar and have lunch or dinner in
Crusoe’s Restaurant on site. There is no better place to stay in Nassau, Paradise Island.
Limited to eight (8) guests. This package includes room and tax charges for two Deluxe Double Suites for seven nights,
including daily full American breakfast, and is based upon availability. Airfare not included. As guests of this Comfort
Suites hotel, you will have full access and signing
privileges to all the amenities at Atlantis Paradise
Island, Bahamas, including water park and
pool towels, all restaurants, clubs, casino, kids
activities, fitness center, and spa. Kids clubs/
activities, fitness center, and Mandara Spa involve
added fees. In addition, some water sports
(such as snorkeling and swimming with dolphins)
require reservations and additional fees. For
more information on this hotel please visit
www.comfortsuitespi.com. Expires April 2017.
Donor: Choice Hotels International
Value: $8,600
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Sotheby’s Exclusive New York City Luxury Package
Experience an ultimate behind-the-scenes three-day luxury visit in New York City.
You and your guest will take the first-class Acela train from
Washington, DC, to New York, where you will enjoy transportation
to the glamorous Baccarat Hotel on West 53rd Street, a new
contemporary Manhattan take on the classically elegant Parisian
hotel. That evening, settle into center orchestra seats to see 2013
Tony Award Best Musical Winner Kinky Boots – or a comparable
show of your choice. The next morning, after breakfast at your
leisure, visit iconic Sotheby’s, where you will enjoy a behindthe-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 on a guided tour. Next, 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. On your final morning, after breakfast at your leisure, your
car and driver will return you to the train station for your first-class ride back to DC.
Offered for two (2) guests. Subject to availability.
Donors: Mark Lowham and Joe Ruzzo and TTR Sotheby’s International Realty
Value: $8,000
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The Ultimate Night of “Southern Fun”
Throw a Southern Fun all-inclusive dinner party
for 30 guests with Bootheel Catering. Your
crowd will be treated to three 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 will provide the necessary staffing to set up, serve, and clean up after your
party. All you have to do is pick a location, invite your friends, and have a perfect night of Southern Fun!
Offered for thirty (30) people. Staffing for up to four hours included. Additional staff time permitted and will be billed.
Includes disposable tableware; winner may upgrade to silverware, glassware, and china for a fee. Winner may also add
additional guests for a fee. Beyond a 10-mile radius of Arlington, VA, additional charges may be incurred. Must give 20
days’ notice of desired date. No holidays or holiday weekends. Event proceeds rain or shine. Expires February 28, 2017.
Donors: David Newton and Bootheel Catering
Value: $3,000
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Four-Night Stay 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. You will enjoy the perfect romantic getaway with this four-night stay for two. Included are 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; a forest waterfall
excursion; an organic farm guided expedition; a standup paddleboard class; plus an adventure tour and use of kayaks,
standup paddle boards, snorkeling gear, and concierge service!
Offered for two (2) guests. Reservations
subject to off-peak Green Season availability
between May 1, 2016 and October 31, 2017.
Does not include airfare, taxes, beverages,
gratuities, or any expense of a personal
nature.
Donor: Shelley and Mark Betts
Value: $2,800
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BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES
Giving back — it’s a core value and an integral part of how we do business. Being a
responsible corporate citizen is not just a good thing to do … it’s the right thing to do.
Through both dollar and deed, we aim to make lasting improvements that will benefit
the Washington, D.C. metropolitan community for years to come.
Clark Construction is proud to support Potomac School. Best wishes for the 2016
Scholarship Auction!
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Below is a SAMPLING of the many Silent Auction items up for bid, as received before the
printing of this catalog. 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 7, 2016, and bidding closes at the event on February 27, 2016.
EXPERIENCES
A Day on Capitol Hill with Congressman Delaney
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to spend a day on the Hill
with Congressman John Delaney. You and three friends will
tour the Capitol, including all public areas, with Congressman
Delaney and his team. Following the tour, you will join
Congressman Delaney for lunch in the Members Dining Room
and see where the behind-the-scenes drama of legislating
plays out on a daily basis. Event to be scheduled on a mutually
agreed-upon date.
Donor: April McLain Delaney and John Delaney
DC Dinner Party with a View
Ever wanted to throw a dinner party and not have to cook or clean up? Now is your chance to host that party in a
beautiful penthouse in Georgetown with a stunning 180-degree water view of The Kennedy Center, Roosevelt Bridge and
Island, and Roslyn and the Key Bridge. You and your 15 guests will enjoy an evening with fine wines and cocktails and a
decadent dinner prepared and served by the fabulous Susan Gage caterers. An evening to be the perfect host/hostess to
a group of Potomac friends! (Or you could all buy it together, then sit back, relax, and enjoy.)
Limited to 16 people. Event to take place on a mutually agreeable date from 7-11 pm.
Please contact donor at least two months in advance.
Donors: Suzy and Bob Pence
Spinfire Pizza Party with Pierre Garçon
Washington Redskins and gourmet pizza – a winning combination! Bring 8 to 10 of
your closest friends, family members, or teammates to Spinfire Restaurant and create
your own custom pizza or gourmet salad while hanging out with Spinfire co-owner
and Washington Redskins wide receiver Pierre Garçon. Event to be scheduled on a
mutually agreed-upon date at the Ashburn or Arlington location. Winner will receive a
discounted rate for additional guests to attend.
Donor: Spinfire Pizza
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Front-Row Seats for Potomac’s 2016 Graduation, with Reserved Parking
One lucky family will win four front-row seats, reserved in their name, for the 2016 graduation
ceremony. This is a great opportunity to guarantee the best seats in the house for this once-in-alifetime event for your child! A reserved parking space on graduation day is also included.
Donor: The Potomac School
Four VIP Tickets to the SOLD OUT Coachella Music and Arts Festival in California
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is an annual event held
at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, located in the Inland
Empire’s Coachella Valley in the Colorado Desert. You and three of
your closest music-loving friends or family members will experience
ONE (1) of the weekends of the magical phenomenon of Coachella.
This year’s performers include Ellie Goulding, Guns N’ Roses, Calvin
Harris, M83, LCD Soundsystem, Ice Cube, Zedd, Sia, and much more.
For the full lineup, see www.coachella.com. VIP festival passes allow
access into the venue, day parking lots, and the two venue VIP areas
for three consecutive days. Camping areas are also accessible. The
main VIP area is located adjacent to the main stage (under white
peaked tents) and includes shaded areas, picnic tables, couches,
extra restrooms, food and beverage vendors, and a full cash bar. The second VIP area, located directly next to the Sahara
tent in the beautiful Rose Garden, is complete with seating, extra restrooms, food and beverage vendors, full cash bar,
and a spectacular view of thousands of roses.
Four tickets and parking for this sold-out event are valued at approximately $3,800. Day parking included for three days.
(VIP Parking is sold SEPARATELY at additional charge.) Winner selects ONE (1) weekend; April 15-17 or April 22-24. Does
not include airfare or lodging.
Donor: James Reyes
Nine Suite Tickets for Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas at the Verizon Center
The Future Now tour featuring Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas will land at the Verizon
Center on Wednesday, July 26, at 7:00 pm. See the performance in a luxurious Lexus
Level Suite, complete with theater-style seats, a private restroom, and a furnished sitting
area. You and your guests will be joined in the suite by winners of the same item from
the St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School auction.
Includes nine (9) tickets and one parking pass. Does not include food or drinks, but
in-suite refreshments may be ordered from the Verizon Center for an additional charge.
Donors: Schertler & Onorato, L.L.P.
Walk-on Role and Shadow for a Day on a Local Documentary Shoot
Be cast as a walk-on extra in a 1950s-‘60s period documentary series and go behind the scenes to see how a film crew
transforms the present day into a sliver of history on the big screen. Follow up with a visit to the edit room to see how it
all comes together. Filming will continue through the beginning of summer.
The documentary will air on the Smithsonian Channel. Filming and editing to take place in the metro DC area. Date to be
mutually agreed upon between donor and recipient.
Donors: Rob Lyall and The Biscuit Factory
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A Must for the Movie Enthusiast!
This movie premiere package includes two passes to pre-release screenings of
Twentieth Century Fox movies (“Family Passes” will be made available for family-themed
movies) for one (1) year. Package includes pre-screening cocktail receptions with
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
One-Night Stay, Including Rooftop Cocktails and Breakfast, at 5-Star Capella in DC
Slip away for a night and experience one of DC’s most luxurious boutique hotels, known for its
distinctive style and attentive service. You and a guest will enjoy complimentary valet parking,
a beautifully appointed room, and breakfast in the world-class Grill Room. Start your evening
out in style with complimentary cocktails for eight (8) people at Capella’s exclusive rooftop bar,
where you will enjoy amazing views of the city. A memorable evening awaits!
Not available May 19-22, 2016.
Donor: Sharon and Bruce Bradley, Capella Washington, DC
Tour The Washington Post and Have Lunch with Editors
Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at a major newspaper? This is the experience for you! Up to
four lucky people will tour the brand new Washington Post newsroom at One Franklin Square. The tour will be followed
by lunch at a downtown restaurant with a selection of Post editors and reporters. Possibilities include White House or
political reporters, political editors, business editors, and foreign editors, among others. Don’t miss out on this great
opportunity!
Contact donor to arrange a mutually agreeable date. Editor availability will vary by date. Limited to four (4) people,
7th grade and above.
Donors: Elizabeth Regan and Mike Semel
Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Sports Awards!
Win a pair of tickets to the sports world’s biggest event for families, the
Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Sports Awards!
The Kids’ Choice Sports Awards honor the year’s favorite athletic achievements, as voted by kids. You and your guest will
attend the 3rd annual Kids’ Choice Sports Awards in Los Angeles on July 14, 2016, where you will see the hottest sports
stars win their “Orange Blimps” in such categories as Best Female/Male Athlete, Don’t Try This at Home, Sickest Moves,
Biggest Cannon, King/Queen of Swag, Hands of Gold, and more, including the Legend Award. (See http://www.nick.com/
kids-choice-sports for updated event information, including time, location, host, and celebrity athletes attending.)
Donor: Nickelodeon
Exclusive Tour of Disney Television Animation Studio for Eight
Calling all fans of the House of Mouse! Get the VIP treatment during a rare, exclusive tour of Disney Television Animation –
the Los Angeles studio where such shows as Phineas and Ferb, Gravity Falls, The Lion Guard, Sofia the First, and Wander
Over Yonder are created. The winner and up to seven (7) guests will get to explore the facilities and meet some of
the show creators and artists behind your favorite Disney cartoons. Disney doesn’t often open the doors to its
animation studio, but they have graciously agreed to provide a guided tour for one lucky Potomac family.
Donor: Disney Television Animation
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Two Tickets to a 2016 Summer
Performance of Your Choice, plus
VIP Treatment, at Wolf Trap
Enjoy two premium tickets to any Filene Center
performance during the summer 2016 season,
and enjoy star treatment with VIP Parking and
two guest passes for Wolf Trap’s Encore Circle VIP
Lounge that features 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, just
a short walk from the Filene Center.
Subject to availability at time of redemption.
Contact Wolf Trap by May 1, 2016.
Donor: Wolf Trap
DINING
Dinner for Eight in the Private Wine Cellar Room
at Evo Bistro
You are guaranteed a fun night out with friends at this wine dinner
for eight at Evo Bistro in McLean! Recognized as one of 2015’s 50
Best Restaurants by Northern Virginia Magazine, Evo Bistro is the
place to taste and experience wine while enjoying fabulous food in
a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy Mediterranean-style tapas with a vast
selection of wines from around the world, available by the glass or
bottle.
Donor: Evo Bistro
The Ultimate Persian Dinner Experience for 12
Persian Night in Great Falls! Sit-down dinner for 12 at the home
of Dr. Merdod Ghafouri and Mrs. Laleh Jalali-Ghafouri. Enjoy a
tantalizing three-course meal of professionally catered and served
Persian dishes blending some of the traditional spices used in
Persian cooking, including saffron, turmeric, cardamom, cumin, and
angelica. Listen to Persian music, including the Tar, while sampling
delicious red and white wines, hand selected to pair exquisitely
with each course. Complete the perfect Persian dining experience
with delectable desserts such as “Ice in Paradise,” and, of course,
cardamom-infused black tea. Each guest will receive menus
describing the origin and ingredients of each dish.
Event to be scheduled on a mutually agreed-upon date.
Donors: Laleh Jalali-Ghafouri and Merdod Ghafouri
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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.
You will also have access to the adjacent Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, which features a three-acre lazy river
pool and water slide. After you relax, make memories at the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and
Animal Kingdom with four one-day Disney Park Hopper passes. The Waldorf offers free shuttle service to and
from the Disney theme parks.
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: Hilton Worldwide and Disney Parks
Value: $4,120
Four-Night Amsterdam Getaway
Visit Amsterdam for your 4-night/5-day stay in a Superior Suite at The Dylan Hotel,
a five star hotel voted the Netherlands’ Leading Hotel by the World Travel Awards.
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. The Dylan
features 40 individually designed rooms and suites, tranquil garden and lounges,
unique meeting venues, and a Michelin starred restaurant, Vinkeles.
For dinner, included is a gourmet meal for two at OCCO, a brasserie featuring
changing seasonal specials. Also included is the Dylan’s High Wine experience,
a food and wine pairing featuring four different wines with matching amusestyle bites.
Offered for two (2) people. This offer is subject to availability. Airfare and tours/museums not included. Expires April 30,
2017. Includes 4 nights/5 days in a Superior Suite, daily breakfast for two, dinner for two at OCCO, and High Wine for two.
Visit the auction website for more details.
Donors: Erin Cleary Murtagh ’93 and Paul Murtagh
Value: $4,500
Manor House at the Goodstone Inn & Restaurant
Goodstone Inn & Restaurant is situated on 265 unspoiled acres of
Virginia’s Hunt and Wine Country in Middleburg. Four couples will
enjoy a two-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 full country breakfast at the Carriage
House both mornings.
While at the Goodstone, enjoy the beautiful pool, hike the Inn’s five
miles of trails, use their mountain bikes, canoe on Goose Creek, go
horseback riding at a nearby stable, enjoy the spa, visit the area’s
wineries, or shop at Middleburg’s boutiques.
Offered for eight (8) guests. Reservations are subject to availability between May 1, 2016 and September 30, 2016. Does
not include sales and occupancy taxes, gratuities, and any expense of a personal nature.
Donors: Shelley and Mark Betts and Goodstone Inn & Restaurant
Value: $2,300
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Weekend at Beautiful Wintergreen Slope-Side Two-Bedroom Condo
Enjoy a weekend (winter or summer) at Wintergreen in a beautiful slope-side two-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath condo
(sleeps four). When the world outside is white, you can ski in/ski out. When the world outside is green, hiking and relaxing
are the order of the day. Guests will enjoy access to all Wintergreen amenities, including the fitness center and indoor and
outdoor pools.
Contact donor to book. No pets; no smoking.
Donor: Lisa Roeder
Value: $900
June Red Sox Overnight for Two in Boston
Grab your spouse or best friend before the summer ends and enjoy a
fabulous getaway for two in Boston! This amazing package includes a
deluxe room at the Lenox Hotel in the Back Bay for one night, a tour
of Fenway Park, two tickets to see the legendary Red Sox take on the
Seattle Mariners on June 18, 2016 at Fenway (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 restaurants are required and should be made through the hotel as soon as
possible. Restaurant certificates do not include tax or gratuity.
Donors: Melissa and Jason Twomey
Value: $1,960
One-Week Getaway at Deep Creek Lake
Gather eight friends or family members for an unforgettable
week in the Admiral’s Cottage at Deep Creek Lake in the nearby
mountains of western Maryland. The fully-appointed Admiral’s
Cottage includes four bedrooms, a movie theatre, a Jacuzzi, and
a 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. For more details check out
https://www.facebook.com/groups/admiralscottage
Available any time of year, based on a mutually agreed-upon date. Refundable security deposit of $250 required.
Maximum of eight (8) guests.
Donor: Lily Gunn
Value: $3,000
One-Week Stay on Amelia Island
Enjoy a one-week vacation rental in this beautiful, remodeled two-bedroom
beachfront cottage on the north end of Florida’s 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.
Based on availability and must be a Saturday-to-Saturday rental during peak spring and
summer months. Maximum four (4) guests. Pets are possible with permission. Airfare or
ground transportation to Florida not included.
Donors: Jill DeTemple and Gordon O’Brien
Value: $1,400
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One-Week Tuscany Escape
Experience an unforgettable week in Tuscany, the heart of Italy’s wine
country, and journey through the history, landscapes, and art of the region
where the Renaissance was born. Take in the vineyard views from your
one-bedroom apartment within this beautifully restored 1,000-year-old
farmhouse. Located just 20 minutes from Siena and less than an hour from
Florence, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to shop and dine at some of
the best restaurants in all of Italy. For more details, check out https://www.
to-tuscany.com/pretaccione/fornaio
Expires December 2017. Not available during July and August.
Accommodates two to three guests.
Donor: Seth Fearey
Value: $700
One-Week Stay in Beautiful Boca Grande, Florida
Discover Boca Grande on the Gulf Coast’s Gasparilla
Island – a town the Wall Street Journal calls “Old,
Classic Florida.” Enjoy the seven miles of beautiful
beaches or go sport fishing in the “tarpon capital of
the world.” Tarpon season runs April through October,
with peak season usually falling in May and June.
Enjoy one week in this classic, one-level waterfront
Florida home with three to four bedrooms, a private
pool with spa, and a 29-foot private boat dock. The
house sleeps six to eight (the fourth bedroom and
third bath are in a detached bonus room.) This home, overlooking Charlotte Harbor, is centrally located, just a short bike
or golf cart ride to the charming, historic town of Boca Grande and its glorious beaches.
Available April-December 2016
Donor: Christine and Tom Labrecque
Value: $3,000
SPORTS
Two Club Level Redskins Tickets
Enjoy seeing the Redskins from these Club Level seats (Section 319, Row 8, Seat 19 & 20), roughly on the
35 yard line. Orange parking pass included.
Contact donor for mutually agreeable date once the Redskins schedule is available.
Donor: Jennifer and Jim Rooney
Two VIP Center Court tickets for the Washington Wizards during the
2016-17 Season
Enjoy two center court seats (3rd row, on the floor) for a 2016-17 Washington Wizards game.
Package includes parking at Gallery Place and free food and beverage.
Expires one year from Auction date. Date to be mutually agreed on with donor.
Donor: Caren and John Backus
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Watch the Nationals from the Presidents Club
Take me out to the ballgame! Enjoy a Nationals game in the 2016 season with these four
fabulous second-row Presidents Club seats behind home plate. Parking and dinner are
included.
Date to be mutually agreed upon.
Donor: Sarah and Mark Kimsey
PAMPER YOURSELF
18k Gold Vermeil Link Necklace with Agate Enhancer and
Mother of Pearl Cuff by Dina Mackney
Take home this beautiful 36-inch 18k gold vermeil link necklace with a stunning agate
enhancer and a mother of pearl cuff bracelet. These exquisite pieces were designed by
renowned jewelry designer and Potomac parent Dina Mackney, who has been featured
in InStyle Magazine, The Washington Post, and The Atlanta Journal Constitution. Dina’s
designs have been worn by actresses, musicians (seen at the Grammy awards), and
others in the media.
No returns or exchanges.
Donor: Dina Mackney Designs
Family Portrait in Black and White by Merrell Cherouny
Enjoy an exceptional portrait of your family taken outdoors by talented photographer Merrell Cherouny, Potomac parent
and alumna. The package includes two rolls of black and white film, a portfolio of prints, and one 5x7 print. Not available
October 15, 2016-January 15, 2017.
Donor: Merrell Redway Cherouny ’82
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Fun with
Faculty
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, all donated by our wonderful
faculty and staff.
Bidding opens online February 7, 2016 at noon and closes at the end of the Silent Auction at the event on
February 27, 2016. Visit the website at www.potomacschool.org/auction (Click “Online Auction”).
Head of School
●● Baseball Game with Mr. Kowalik
Middle/Intermediate/Upper School and
Athletics
●● Barnes & Noble Book Fest with Mr. Mathews
Lower School
●● Outing with Mrs. Powell
●● Pizza and a Movie After School with Mr. and Mrs. Taylor
●● Glen Echo Park Puppet Theater Project with
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Mrs. Steiner and Mrs. Thrasher
Outdoor games and a Nature Walk with
Ms. Ince-McKillop and Mrs. Nagell
Soccer Party for 16 with Mr. McEwen and
4 Varsity Players
Paint Your Own Pottery with Ms. Bagley
Outdoor Landscape Session with Mrs. Rothman
Books, a Movie, and Ice Cream After School for 10 with
Mrs. Loving and Mrs. Farrell
Game Night with Ms. Coste, Ms. Edelmann,
and Mrs. Gibb
Nature Walk and Picture
Taking After School for 3
with Mrs. Kaplan ’73
Robotics with Mrs. Jarratt
Jammin in your Jammies
with Mrs. Clayburn and
Mrs. Huang
Dinner out with Second
Grade Teachers at Pie-Tanza
●● Gourmet Dinner for 10 at a Family’s Home Cooked by
Sra. Maxson
●● Basketball Party with Ms. Agcaoili
●● STEM, Robotics, or Engineering Activity for 4 with
Mrs. Jarratt
●● Trip to the Movies for 4 with Mrs. Cameron and
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Mrs. Sardar
Mime Lesson for 8 with Mr. Buursma
Doubles Tennis Clinic with Coach Lee ’78 and
Ms. Lehman
Outing to Children’s Science Center with Mr. Buursma
Outing to Children’s Science Center with Miss Cahill
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Raffle
Buy a Chance to Win
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 (200) tickets are on sale now in the Development Office (located in
the Flag Circle Building) and online. Any 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.
You can purchase tickets online at the Auction website: visit www.potomacschool.org/auction and click on the “Best of
Live” link. 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 Cabo San Lucas, Mexico package is the only Live Auction item 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 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 a
Spot
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 2016 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 experience
you are interested in, select the item, and click “purchase now.” Spots are limited and will be sold on a firstcome, first-served basis. If items are still available on the night of the Auction, a bid sheet will be provided at
the event.
Fun Spinning Class Led by Potomac Parent
Tamara Pann
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Get in shape and have fun at the Great Falls Cycle Studio!
Sign up for a 45-minute spinning class to be held on
Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 10:15 am. Arrive by 10:00
am for a fit analysis to ensure that seat height and cycle
settings are optimally adjusted. Open to all levels.
The Great Falls Cycle Studio opened in 2015 and has
quickly become a popular fitness destination. The class
will be taught by certified instructor and Potomac parent
Tamara Pann.
Spots will be sold for $50 on a first-come, first-served
basis. Class limited to 12 participants.
Back by Popular Demand: Ladies’ Bunco
Night
Donors: Tamara Pann and Great Falls Cycle Studio
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Flower Arranging Party
Roll the dice and join the fun! Enjoy delicious hors
d’oeuvres, desserts, open bar, and prizes for the best
and worst roller of the evening. Join 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!
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Event will take place on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at
7:00 pm. Spots will be sold for $100 per person on a firstcome, first-served basis. Limited to 24 people.
Donors: Elaine Cacheris, Keirsten Campbell, Anna
Garibaldi, Suzanne Graham, Lisa Nardini, Elizabeth
Savage, Lisa Shapiro, and Amy Thompson
Join Potomac moms for an evening of
champagne, appetizers, and flower arranging.
Ashli Douglas will demonstrate the art of flower
arranging and guide you as you create your
own arrangement. What a great way to kick
off Mother’s Day weekend!
The event will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2016
from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Alexandria home of
Becky Tromblay. Flowers and vases included.
Spots will be sold for $50 on a first-come, first-served
basis. Event is limited to 10 people.
Donors: Ashli Douglas and Becky Tromblay
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Cinco de Mayo
Tennis Round Robin
Saturday, May 14, 2016
Thursday, May 26, 2016
Join in celebrating Mexico’s unlikely
victory over France’s forces at the
Battle of Puebla with Potomac
friends. Enjoy drinks, fabulous
Tex-Mex favorites, and lots of
great conversation at the home of
Scott and Vanessa Barbee. Catered
by Uncle Julio’s Rio Grande Cafe.
Calling all tennis players! Clear your calendars for
Thursday, May 26, for a Ladies Round Robin Tennis
Tournament from 11:30 am until 2:30 pm at Riverbend
Country Club in Great Falls. Following the tournament,
you will enjoy a courtside champagne lunch. The day will
wrap up with prizes and great take-home gifts.
Spots will be sold for $75 on a first-come, first-served
basis. Event limited to 50 people.
Spots will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis for
$100. Minimum 8 and maximum 12 participants. Don’t
miss this opportunity for a “mom’s day out” before
Summer Break begins!
Donors: Vanessa Barbee​and Adrienne Scribner
Donors: Kit Stouffer, Beth Singer, and Teri Fahlgren
Service Learning Day at Arcadia Farm
End-of-School Pig Roast and Keg Party
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Saturday, June 4, 2016
Remember how exciting field trips were – a day off from
school, laughing with your friends on the bus, going
somewhere new? If so, you will love our “Day on the Farm
Field Trip” – a day of fresh air, friendship, and helping our
community. We will head to Arcadia Farm, located on the
grounds of historic Woodlawn Plantation and Frank Lloyd
Wright’s Pope-Leighey House in Alexandria, Virginia. After
a morning spent getting our hands dirty helping on the
farm, we will enjoy a fabulous farm-fresh picnic lunch.
Kick off your summer with
an evening of great food,
music, and friends at the
end-of-school pig roast
and keg party. There will
be excellent food, fine
wines, beer, and a full bar.
The event will take place
on Saturday, June 4, 2016 from 6:00 pm until whenever
at the Trundles’ home in Falls Church.
Arcadia Farm specializes in
environmentally conscious
farming and supplies
fresh produce to local
underserved communities,
as well as to one of
Potomac’s community
service partners, Martha’s
Table Mobile Markets.
Please join us as we support Potomac, while supporting
our community – and having some fun!
The event will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 from 9:30
am to 12:30 pm. Spots will be sold for $40 on a first-come,
first-served basis. Limited to 22 spots.
Donors: Alison Holmes, Jean Lansing, Danni Lougee,
Erin Malawer, Shari Maruca, Molly Newberry, and
Margaret Rietano
Spots will be sold for $100 per person on a first-come,
first-served basis. Limited to 100 people.
Donors: Kim and Steve Trundle, Anne and Greg Polk,
Eunice and Al Mazloom, Sushma Shenoy and Amit
Saluja, Diane and Doug Wiley, and Catherine and Mike
Avon
Outdoor Yoga and Sunset Happy Hour
Friday, June 10, 2016
Join one of the finest vinyasa instructors around – Anne
Wydler, certified instructor and owner of Fantabulous
Yoga of McLean – for a relaxing yet challenging class,
appropriate for all levels. After you get your Zen on,
enjoy a casual ladies’ night pool-side with festive drinks
and yummy treats. What better way to end the school
year and kick off the summer? Namaste!
Event will be held on Friday, June 10, at 6:30 pm
at the home of Ellie and Bryan Judd. Spots will
be sold for $75 per person on a first-come, firstserved basis. Limited to 20 people.
Donor: Anne Wydler, owner of
Fantabulous Yoga
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Back to School LUAU
Saturday, September 10, 2016
Dust off your Hawaiian shirts and grass skirts. How often
do you get to hula here in McLean? Join all your friends
for a festive luau, complete with tropical cocktails,
dinner, and hula dancing. And you never know...there
may even be a mechanical shark sighting.
It’s sure to be a fun-filled evening and
great way to kick off the start of the
school year!
Event will be held at the home of
Ellie and Bryan Judd, in McLean on
September 10 at 7:30. Spots will be sold
for $100 per person on a first-come,
first-served basis. Limited to 75 people.
Donors: Carrie and Andy Cristinzio, Sharon and John
Heller, Ellie and Bryan Judd, Ashley and Andrew Norton,
Alice and David Paik, Bella and Gooch Patnaik, Caroline
and Jeff Revis, and Liina and Matt Richardson
Oktoberfest 2016 at Washington Golf and
Country Club
Saturday, September 17, 2016
Well, it’s not really in October...but this event is ALL about
what October has to offer! Join us to kick off the 2016
football season with big screen football, a specialty beer
tasting, juicy burgers, and a raw bar. If beer’s not your
thing, then enjoy the wine tasting of a select group of
soft tannin wines with a long, smooth finish.
Event will take place at
Washington Golf and
Country Club on
Saturday, September
17, from 7 to 10 pm,
fireside with access
to the terrace
and views of the
manicured golf course.
At this time of year, it can be glimpses of autumn or the
dog days of summer; we’re prepared for both! Spots will
be sold for $100 per person on a first-come, first-served
basis. Limited to 75 people.
Donors: Nicole and Michael Alexander, Jennifer and
Jeff Butler, Diane Halpin and Kevin Cordell, Kara and
Allen Hicks, Amy and Harold Kim, Tanya and Hudson
LaForce
CulinAerie:
Cuisine of Charleston, South Carolina
Saturday, September 24, 2016
CulinAerie co-owner and past Potomac parent Susan
Holt will discuss and demonstrate regional specialties,
then participants will break into groups to create a very
special menu. CulinAerie house wines and beers will be
served throughout the evening.
Join us for an evening of ocean breezes and delicious
Coastal cuisine with the classic lowcountry dishes of
Charleston, South Carolina, featuring she-crab soup,
shrimp and grits with habanero cream, and chocolate
chess pie.
Event will take place on September 24 at 6:00 pm. Spots
will be sold for $150 on a first-come, first-served basis.
Limited to 41 people.
Donor: Susan Holt
Girls and Grills
Saturday, October 1, 2016
Do you ladies love the idea
of grilling but find that you’re
too intimidated to give it a try?
We will demystify the art of
grilling, making it an easy go-to
any time of year! Join us in the
home of Jen Langman for a
casual night of grilling, eating,
drinking, and sizzling fun.
Event will take place on Saturday, October 1, at 5:30 pm
at Jen Langman’s house in McLean, VA. Spots will be sold
for $100 per person on a first come, first-served basis.
Limited to 12 people.
Donors: Jen Langman and Kate Robbins
Authentic Venezuelan Dinner Extravaganza
Saturday, November 5, 2016
Let your inner Latin foodie come out for a memorable
meal prepared by hosts Andrea and Enrico Cecchi.
Enjoy food, drink, and music that will transport you to
Caracas for the evening. An entertaining and delicious
experience is guaranteed. Cocktails, wine, and salsa
lessons are included!
Limited to 12. Spots will be sold for $125 per person on
a first-come, first-served basis.
Donors: Andrea and Enrico Cecchi ’85
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“How to Throw a Flawless Dinner Party” Cooking Class
with Personal Chef Ian Joseph
DATE TBD
Chef Ian, personal Chef of a Potomac Family, will teach
you all the tricks of the trade and turn you into a
superstar entertainer! Chef Ian knows how to throw a
successful party and make it look easy. The evening will
start off with a demonstration on how to make a killer
cocktail. Over drinks and hors d’oeuvres, guests can
chat with the chef and discuss their challenges when
hosting their own dinner parties, and find out what tips
Ian might have to make them flawless. Guests will learn
how to make some of Chef Ian’s favorite menu items,
from elegant and fun appetizers to a main course and
dessert; the dishes might seem intimidating at first, but
with Chef Ian’s help, they will become a breeze for you.
This will be a night of culinary fun and learning that you
won’t want to miss!
Spots will be sold for $150 and are limited to 20 people. Event will take place on TBD at 7:30 pm at the home of Beth and
Fred Singer in Great Falls, VA. Limited to 20 spots.
Donors: Chef Ian Joseph and Beth Singer
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
www.dkoms.com
[email protected]
3601 Eisenhower Ave.
Suite 250
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 317-1717
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World Class
Wine List
Thanks to the generosity of the Potomac community and friends, a world-class selection of
wines will be available for bidding only at the event on February 27, 2016.
Below are just a few of the highly rated wines being offered at the Silent Auction. See a full listing of all wines
available at the event at www.potomacschool.org/auction (click “Online Auction”).
●● Joseph Phelps Insignia 1997 (WA 100; $450-$500)
●● Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne 2004 (WA 97;
$350-$400)
●● Larcis Ducasse St. Emilion Grand Cru Classe 2012
(WA 95; 1 case $840)
●● Belle Gloss Pinot Noir Clark & Telephone 2012 Magnum
(WS 92; $120-$150)
●● Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2012 (WA
96+; $200-$220)
●● Ch Prieur Lichine Margaux 2010 (WA 92; $90-$100)
●● Beaulieu Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Georges de
Latour Private Reserve 2012 (WA 94; $120-$140)
●● Ken Wright Pinot Noir Shey Vineyard 2013 (WS 92;
$55-$65)
●● Chateau Haut Brion Grand Cru Classe 1976 ($350-$450)
●● Lamy-Pillot Grand Cru Le Montrachet 2008 ($650-$750)
●● Domaine De La Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2007 ●● Jean Michel Guillon et Fils Grand Cru Mazis-Chambertin
(WA 95; $65-$75)
2012 (BH 92-94; $170-$200)
●● Prisoner Red Blend 2014 Magnum ($110-$130)
●● Girardin Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2013 (BH 91-93; $150-$160)
●● Castello dei Rampolla d’Alceo 2006 (WS 97;
$250-$270)
●● Thibault Liger-Belair Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru
Gruenchers 2012 (BH 92; $180-$220)
●● Lafite-Rothschild 2003 (RP 100; $1,146)
●● Chateau d’Yquem Sauternes 2001 (RP 100; $743)
●● Chateau Latour 1990 (WS 100; $857)
●● Dow Vintage Port 2007 (WS 100; $148)
●● Verite La Joie 2007 (RP 100; $423)
●● Le Ragnaie Brunello Riserva 2010 (JS 100; $150)
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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 invitations.
●● Thank you to Mr. and
Mrs. Patrick Pacious and Mr. and
Mrs. Clark Manning for donating
the beautiful centerpieces.
●● Thank you to Adeler Jewelers for
the jewelry donated for the Bling
Raffle.
●● Thank you to Bob Schieffer for
narrating our auction video.
●● Thank you to Bloomingdales for
hosting the fashion show
Ogilvy Public Relations for producing
●● Thank you to Stone Ridge for
the fabulous video shown at the
donating some of our auction
auction.
decorations
●● Thank you to Rob Mathias ’77 and
Through extensive training and state of the art
technology, Dr. Ruzzo and his group of
professionals are always at the forefront of the
latest standards and practices in a comfortable,
caring environment. We are committed to the
highest standard of excellence for every patient
W E ST R I V E TO
with every visit.
Bronze Sponsor
Thank you to Reyes Holdings LLC
and Bloomingdales for being this
year’s Bronze Sponsors.
B E L E A D E RS
in our community
S i lv e r S p o n s o r
A N D L E A D E RS I N O U R M A R K E T
Dental Group of Tysons
Thank you to Fine Landscapes
Limited for being this year’s
7901 Jones Branch Dr. #220
Silver Sponsor.
Mclean, VA 22102
703-448-3312
www.tysonsdental.com
[email protected]
TTR Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to support The Potomac School and their mission
Gold Sponsor
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
Thank you to Sotheby’s
a mastery of fundamental skills toward the rewards of inquiry, initiative and reflection.
International Realty for being
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Thanks to Our
families & friends donors*
Frieda and Pierre Abushacra
Julie and Alan Faneca
Kristina Schneider and Karl Kocher
Nicole and Michael Alexander
Gretchen and Paul Fearey ’78
Carolyn and John Kowalik
Colleen and Duncan Avis
Seth Fearey
Christine and Tom Labrecque
Catherine and Mike Avon
Ashley and Dan Fisher
Tanya and Hudson LaForce
Caren and John Backus
Susan and Chap Gage
Jennifer and Nick Langman ’94
Parinaz and Robert Bahadori
Wendy and Greg Gagnon
Cyndie and David Langstaff
Vanessa and Scott Barbee
Leah and Jacques Gansler
Jean and John Lansing
Teri and Frank Bennett ’73
Pierre Garcon
Diana Carswell-Levin and Marc Levin
Shelley Slade Betts and Mark Betts
Anna and Jim Garibaldi
Danni and Dave Lougee
Sharon and Bruce Bradley
Rhina and Gregory Gebhardt
Kelly Lovallo
Jennifer and Jeff Butler
Julie and Andrew Gerstel
Keirsten and Lael Campbell
Laleh Jalali-Ghafouri and
Merdod Ghafouri
Andrea and Enrico Cecchi ’85
Mercedes and Giuseppe Cecchi
Piper Gioia
Mark Lowham and Joe Ruzzo
Tricia and Rob Lyall
Dina Mackney
Lily and Lee Gunn
Ann Renzy MacLean ‘86 and
Nick MacLean
Suzanne and Tom Graham
Erin and Eric Malawer ’92
Carol and Jeff Groh
Kathleen and Clark Manning
Jason Chimera
Anjali and Arun Gupta
Shari and Don Maruca
Arne Christiansen
Kyung and Marc Ha
Sarah and Rob Mathias ’77
Jill Park Chun and Dan Chun
Glenda and Steve Harvey
Eunice and Al Mazloom
Patty and Marshall Coleman
Sharon and John Heller
Claire McCarthy and Rod McKelvie
Diane Halpin and Kevin Cordell
Kara and Allen Hicks
Laura and Bill Miller
Carrie and Andy Cristinzio
Elaine Cacheris and Bruce Hiler
Wendy and Larry Culp
Alison and Andy Holmes
Erin Cleary Murtagh ’93 and
Paul Murtagh
Elizabeth Cutler
Susan Holt
Ashley and Alan Dabbiere
Jeffrey Holtman
Kim and Aki Debayo-Doherty
Morgan and Andy Holtman
Ginna Young Newton ’83 and
David Newton
April McClain-Delaney and
John Delaney
Won Kim and Mu Hong
Ashley and Andrew Norton
Sylvia Garfinkle and Kevin Huff
Phil and Pat Norton
Ian Joseph
Jill DeTemple and Gordon O’Brien
Ellie and Bryan Judd
Cathy Applefeld Olson and Brent Olson
Ellie Kai
Barbara and John Overstreet
Juliana and John Kelliher
Annie and Patrick Pacious
Ashley and Sam Chamberlain
Merrell Redway Cherouny ’82 and
Preston Cherouny
Carol and Henry Dinardo
Katie Dong
Ashli and Rob Douglas
Christine Dunn
Jamie and Daniel Edwards
Susan Schieffer and Steve Eichenauer
Teri and Mike Fahlgren
Alison and Adam Falkoff
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Lisa Nardini
Molly Newberry
Matthew Kelliher
Malvika and Mike Paddock
Amy and Harold Kim
Alice and David Paik
Sarah and Mark Kimsey
Tamara and Steven Pann
Karen Kocher and Will Gardiner
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Suzy and Bob Pence
Sushma Shenoy and Amit Saluja
Susan and Jody Trapasso
Leigh and Brian Pence ’95
Jason Samenow ’94
Becky and Mark Tromblay
Ann and Christian Plaza
Elizabeth and Tige Savage
Kim and Steve Trundle
Anne and Greg Polk
Scott Schermerhorn
Melissa and Jason Twomey
Richard Potter
Lisa and David Schertler
Diane and Troy Watkinson
Becky and Patrick Quinn
Adrienne and John Scribner
Julia and Jayson Werth
Norma and Russ Ramsey
Kim and Andy Shiff
Amber and Max Westland
Carol Ann Bischoff and Mike Regan
Elizabeth Regan and Mike Semel
Jessica and Alan Whitehurst
Caroline and Jeff Revis
Lisa and Hal Shapiro
Diane and Doug Wiley
James Reyes
Christine Rosenhauer Sharkey ’83 and
Bill Sharkey
Lois and Darren Willcox
Liina and Matt Richardson
Margaret and Tom Rietano
Michele-Anne and Mac Riley
Kate and Kevin Robbins
Heidi and Randy Rodgers
Lisa Roeder
Jennifer and Jim Rooney
Vivian and James Rosenhauer
Pamela ’07 and Eric ’03 Rosenthal
Brooke and Terry Ross
Tiffany and Mark Sherrill
Nancy Sinatra
Ann and Curt Winsor
Erin and Andy Wolff
Beth and Fred Singer
Devereux and James Socas
Karen and Bill Sonneborn
Gretchen and Jerad Speigel
Kit and Spencer Stouffer
Meredith and Martin Sumner
Amy and David Thompson
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Gayle and Curtis Wilson
Anne Wydler
Ginny and Hans Wydler
Elizabeth and Steve Yeonas
Penny and Austin Yerks
Leah and Peter Young ’96
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Thanks to Our
business donors*
Adeler Jewelers
Cafe Renaissance
All Fired Up
California Tortilla
Assaggi Osteria
Camp Cody
Ballet Petite
Camp Twin Creeks
Baltimore Symphony
Orchestra
Capella Washington, D.C.
Cypress Fitness and Physical
Therapy
Decor Gals
Dina Mackney Designs
Disney Parks
Fantabulous Yoga
Fine Landscapes Limited
Five Guys Operations, LLC
Flagstar Football
Disney Television Animation
Friends of The Claude Moore
Colonial Farm
The Dental Group of Tysons
Garrison Restaurant
Case Design/Remodeling Inc
Drs. Delgado and Kuzmik,
P.C.
Goodstone Inn & Restaurant
Chain Bridge Cellars
Down Dog Yoga
Chestnut Lake
Duran Floral Design
Choice Hotels International
Dropout Wines
Bootheel Catering
Chopt
El Tio Tex Mex Grill
BOWA Builders
Circle 4 Entertainment
Elite Fitness Concepts
Bowie Baysox Baseball Club
Clark Construction
Bowlmor
Clay Cafe Studios
ESPN Pardon the
Interruption
Cactus Cantina Restaurant
CNN
Esquire Confections, LLC
Hot Yoga Bikram Tysons
Cafe Milano
Coakley Williams
Construction
Evo Bistro
Hummingbird Hill Alpacas
Eye Level Learning Center
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I Drive Smart
Barrell & Bushel
Beyda’s Lad & Lassie
Bistro Vivant
BQ Granola
Bloomingdale’s Tysons
Corner
Cafe Oggi
Cartoon Network
Cherry Blow Dry Bar
Creel Printing
Great Falls Cycle Studio
HanGang Restaurant
Hard Times Cafe
Headfirst Camp
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
Hilton Worldwide
Hoop Ed
IchiBan Sushi
M & M Floors Inc.
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Impressions MediSpa
Nails by the Falls
Sportrock Climbing Centers
Top Score Education
Ingleside Vineyards
National Geographic
Susan Gage Catering
Total Wine & More
Inspirato LLC
Newseum
Tegna Media
True Fitness and Nutrition
International Spy Museum
Nickelodeon
The Adventure Park
True Food Kitchen
TTR Sotheby’s International
Realty
J. Gilbert’s Wood Fired
Steaks and Seafood
Jane Franklin Dance
Jay Christian Design
Kaboff Cello School
Karin’s Florist
Kelly’s Mobile Tan
Kings Jewelers
Kinship
Kiskadee
Kosta Browne Winery
L’Auberge Chez Francois
Landmark Theaters
Lebanese Taverna
Let’s Dish
Lombardi Wines
Loza Dental Great Falls
Luigi Parasmo Salon & Spa
Nostos Restaurant
The Artisans of McLean
Ogilvy Washington
The Biscuit Company
One Hope Wine
The Daily Caller
Parkway Custom Drycleaning
The Laser Tag Group
Passion Food Hospitality
The Potomac School
Peking Gourmet Inn
The Puppet Co. Playhouse
Penny Yerks Team
The Washington Post
Perfect Pointe Dance Studio
Thomas Fallon Photography
PescaDeli
Thomas Sweet
Porter House New York
Three Sticks Wines
Prima Hair and Day Spa
TIC Summer Camp
Radio Disney
Tom’s Outdoor Laser Tag
Revolution Prep
Tony Kornheiser and Michael
Wilbon
Reyes Holdings
River Falls Tavern
M & M Floors
Rustico
Madame Tussauds DC
Sakura Japanese Steak
House
McLean Cleaners
McLean Dermatology &
Skincare Center
McLean Family Restaurant
Mount Vernon, George
Washington’s Estate and
Gardens
Windows Catering Company
Wolf Trap
Woo Lae Oak
Wydler Brothers Realty Team
Yellowstone Valley Grill
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Shadowland Laser
Adventures
Shear Madness
Mind the Mat
Wheat’s Landscaping
Schertler & Onorato LLP
McLean Racquet & Health
Club
Mixing Bowl
Wedge Construction, Inc.
Sandy Spring Adventure
Park
Shaune Hayes Makeup and
Hair Artists
Metro Stage
Wash & Plus
Salon Joseph
McLean Project for the Arts
Merrell Redway Cherouny
Photography
Waldorf Astoria Orlando
Rocco’s Italian Restaurant
Rocklands Barbeque and
Grilling Company
Marymount University
Women’s Soccer
Vita Surgical Group
River Riders, Inc.
Luray Caverns
Mark Lovett Studio
Virtue Feed & Grain
Shenandoah River Outfitters,
Inc.
Simply Fresh
Shoe Hive
Sotheby’s
Spinfire Pizza
Sport Fair, Inc
Sport and Health
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Thanks to Our
faculty donors*
Sarah Gardner
Polly Nagell
Camille Agcaoili
Joanna Huang
Kristen Neuman
Chloe Aronson
Jennifer Hoffmann
Melissa Bagley
Mary Jarratt
Potomac Athletic
Department
Jeanette Bolton
Cathie Kaplan ’73
Claire Bordley
John Kowalik
Ben Buursma
Rob Lee ’78
Mary Cahill
Brian Laskowski
Nonie Cameron
Susan Lehman
Sarah Coste
Kathie Loving
Tara Clayburn
Anne Lucas
Kelly Crimmins
John Mathews
Beth Dunkelberger
Michele Maxson
Annabelle Redway Dunn ’85
Ross McEwen
Patricia Edelmann
Ann Ince-McKillop
Charlie Farrell
Greg Mueller
Amanda Gibb
Henry Mulzac
Glen Adamec
Potomac Development
Office
Nancy Powell
Lindsay Quezada
Lois Rothman
Shefali Sardar
Kristin Smith ’94
Meegan Steiner
Joshua Taylor
Wassila Taylor
Alex Thomas
Ann-Marie Thrasher
Jamie Tolson
Joy Webster
*as of January 18, 2016
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2016
auction committee
Co-Chairs
Juliana Kelliher
Class Baskets
Ellie Judd
Tanya La Force
Gretchen Fearey
Annie Pacious
Danni Lougee
Adrienne Scribner
Mark Lowham
Administration
Tricia Lyall
Decorations
Glenda Harvey, Chair
Claire McCarthy
Caroline Revis, Co-Chair
Celeste Bryant
Cathy Olson
Adrienne Scribner, Co-Chair
Christine Dunn
Annie Pacious
Andrea Cecchi
Kathleen Manning
Tamara Pann
Jill DeTemple
Peggy Brady Marks
Anne Polk
Kathleen Manning
Amy Thompson
James Reyes
Annie Pacious
Susan Trapasso
Liina Richardson
Jennifer Rooney
Fun with Faculty
Advertising
Christine Sharkey
Amy Thompson, Chair
Gretchen McLeish
Devereux Socas
Keri Piester
Karen Sonneborn
Adrienne Scribner
Acquisitions
Gretchen Speigel
Ashley Norton, Chair
Becky Tromblay
Fund a Scholar
Colleen Avis
Kim Trundle
Beth Singer, Co-chair
Ashley Chamberlain
Melissa Twomey
Karen Sonneborn, Co-chair
Andrea Cecchi
Diane Watkinson
Jill Park
Heidi Creel Rodgers
Patty Coleman
Janet Conroy
Bloomingdales Fashion Show
Elizabeth Cutler
Vanessa Barbee
April McClain-Delaney
Jennifer Gatewood Borsos
Lois Willcox
Publicity
Sushma Shenoy
Lori Denham
Jill DeTemple
Buy a Spot
Christine Dunn
Ellie Judd
Reservations
Liina Richardson
Jamie Edwards
Carol Groh
Catalog
Glenda Harvey
Morgan Holtman, Co-Chair
Sharon Heller
Gretchen Speigel, Co-Chair
Student Artwork
Ellie Judd
Demitri Bowen
Ashley Chamberlain
Jay Christian
Becky Tromblay
Jennifer Rooney
Wine
Sylvia Garfinkle, Co-Chair
Sharon Heller, Co-Chair
Jessica Whitehurst, Co-Chair
Christine Dunn
Ellie Judd
Annie Pacious
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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.
●● 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.
●● Unless otherwise specified, all Auction
●● To the extent possible, the buyer
items must be used by February 27, 2017.
should take home all items at the end
Dates and times are to be arranged at
of the evening. Any remaining items
the mutual convenience of the donor
must be picked up from the Potomac
and the buyer. We suggest that initial
School Development Office by 3 pm on
contact be made with the donor within
Friday, March 10, 2016. Please contact
14 days of the Auction. If you are having
Potomac’s event coordinator, Christine
difficulty contacting a donor, please
Sharkey, at (703) 749-6362 or csharkey@
contact Potomac’s event coordinator,
potomacschool.org if you need
Christine Sharkey, at (703) 749-6362 or
assistance. It is the responsibility of the
[email protected].
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
its fair market value. Please contact
Potomac’s event coordinator, Christine
Sharkey, at (703) 749-6362 or csharkey@
potomacschool.org 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
●● Each new bid must be written on the
on the bid sheet in order to constitute
next blank line available on the bid
a valid bid. A bid will be disqualified if
sheet and must respect the stated
it does not meet the minimum starting
increments. Once entered, a bid may not
bid or does not equal or exceed the
be withdrawn.
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.
●● Please leave bid sheets on the tables for
Auction officials to clear.
Live
●● 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.
●● On the fall of the Auctioneer’s gavel (or
other notification by the Auctioneer),
the highest bidder will be the purchaser
of the item.
●● 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
his staff.
●● An acknowledged bid is a binding offer
to purchase the item(s).
●● 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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