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2015 Friends Auction Program Book
We would like to thank all the organizers,
volunteers, and most of all, our donors who
so generously contributed to the auction.
To any late donors who did not make the
program or for any errors or omissions we may
have made, we apologize in advance. Items are
listed as of November 6th and any changes will
be noted on bid sheets. We thank you for your
continued support.
Live Auction
Rob Zombie
Autographed Guitar
This guitar was given to Rob Zombie as a thank you for his performance at the
Brennan Rock & Roll Academy Fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club that occurred
in Las Vegas on December 5, 2013. This is one of 13 guitars that were individually
signed by all the artists that performed at the event. Rob Zombie is an American
musician, film director, screenwriter and film producer. His music career spans over
two decades and he has sold over 15 million albums worldwide.
Value: Priceless
Donors: Rob and Sheri Moon Zombie and Jeff and Dr. Christine Skurkis
Live Auction
Take Me Out to the Ballpark –
New York Yankees Tickets
Four Legend Tickets to any New York Yankees 2016 Season Game at Yankee Stadium.
Don’t miss the opportunity to sit 2 rows back to the right of home plate in the
exclusive Legend Section. Includes special parking, complimentary food and drinks.
Value: $2,500
Donors: Nancy and Jeffrey Hoffman
Live Auction
Luxury Villa Vacation in Jamaica
6 Nights, 7 Days 6-Bedroom Villa
Hanover Parish, Jamaica - 20 minutes from Montego Bay
Donated by Wes and Rosemarie Thompson
A relaxing week at Anticipation, a private 6-bedroom luxury villa at
world-renowned Tryall Club in Jamaica! Breathtaking 180-degree
panoramic view of the Caribbean Ocean! A once in a lifetime
experience for you to share with family and friends!
Enjoy an incredible 7 days at this luxurious hillside villa that sleeps
up to 14 people and features a private heated infinity edge pool,
indoor and outdoor dining areas, and a staff of 7, including a chef,
concierge, housekeeping and more. The Tryall Club also offers an
18-hole, 6221-yard, par-72 golf course; state-of-the-art Classic Clay
and Nova Cushion tennis courts; spa services such as massages and
facials; a fitness facility and several dining locations, including the
Beach Gazebo.
Starting Bid: $10,000
Restrictions: Club services are available for an extra fee. Vacation is valid during the
off-season (6/15 – 11/1) excluding the 4th of July, Labor Day and Columbus Day.
Live Auction
ESPN Tour
This item is for the true sports fan and five friends who have always wanted to be
in the center of the action. Get the most up-to-the-minute sports news coverage
and scores when YOU visit ESPN Headquarters. Take a behind-the-scenes tour of
the newsroom where your favorite sportscasters gather all the latest information to
keep you up to speed on the happenings in the world of NFL, MLB, NBA, College
Football, NCAA Basketball and more. Tour the control room with two-time Emmy
Award-winning SportsCenter producer, Mike Shiffman, where all the highlights and
soundbites come together to bring you the sports news you want to hear. Feel all the
energy of game day, when you check out the studio and take a spin behind the desk of
The Total Sports Network!
Tour date to be determined with the winner and tour is for 6 people.
Value: Priceless
Donor: Michael Shiffman
Live Auction
Connecticut Wing
Shooting Adventure
Spend the day afield on a picturesque 400+ acre property in Litchfield County in
pursuit of pheasant with pediatric surgeons Brendan Campbell and Donald “Sandy”
Hight as your guides. Start the day with an informal game lunch of venison chili and
Canada goose kielbasa. After lunch and a brief review of firearm safety you will have
the opportunity to warm up your shooting skills on some clay pigeons, and head
afield on a guided hunt through some beautiful covers. During the hunt you will have
the opportunity to hunt over experienced upland bird dogs (English Setter “Darby”
and Bracco Italiano “Brett”). At the end of an amazing day afield you can enjoy a
cocktail fireside.
Package includes half-day of upland bird hunting for two individuals (includes lunch,
access to private preserve, guides, dogs and handling of game). No hunting license
required. Date is negotiable.
Value: Priceless
Donors: Drs. Brendan Campbell and Don Hight
Live Auction
Fishers Island Funtastic
Fairways
Enjoy two rare all day golf adventures! You and two of your friends will join Phil
Shannon for a round of golf and lunch at the secluded Fishers Island Club in New
York. Arrive at the famous seaside club by boat after being picked up at the Noank
Village Boatyard. Also, enjoy a round of golf with lunch, with two of your friends at the
beautiful Country Club of Fairfield with Greg Millard.
Value: $4,000
Donor: Chip Gengras, Phil Shannon and Greg Millard
Live Auction
The Golden Ticket
The LEGO Golden Ticket allows a child, his or her immediate family and one friend
of their choice for a special visit to the LEGO headquarters in Enfield, CT. The holder
of this Golden Ticket will be escorted through the secret areas of the LEGO building
and sit in the President’s chair. The entire group will get an all-you-can-eat free lunch
at the LEGO cafeteria and then be escorted to the Master Model Builders area. One of
the Master Model Builders will have a special one-on-one building session with the
Golden Ticket Holder and their friend. The ticket holder and their friend will finish
their day with a visit to the LEGO Company store, where each get to choose any two
sets of their wildest dreams that are in-stock.
Value: $3,000
Donors: LEGO Systems, Inc.
Super Silent
Auction Rules
This year, we have a number of offerings available that would have been
in the Live Auction, but we have gathered just too many spectacular
donations. We have created a SUPER SILENT TABLE. Please give some
special attention to these items, which will have a different-colored bid
sheet. This table will be moved to the BALLROOM, where bidding will
continue until 9:30 pm (right after LIVE and Bid4Kidz). The minimum
increase on each bid is as noted on the item’s bid sheet.
Super Silent Auction
Boston Celtics and
Overnight Stay
Who wouldn’t love a weekend in Boston?!? Two suite tickets for the Boston Celtics vs.
Phoenix Suns game on Friday, January 15, 2016. Fans will enjoy food and beverage
while at the game. Package also includes a one night stay for two, and
breakfast, at the classic Boston Harbor Hotel.
Tax and gratuities included. Reservations based on availability
and must be made in advance. Expires 10/30/2016.
Value: $1,800
Opening Bid: $900
Donors: Boston Harbor Hotel and Monaco Ford
Hartford Yard Goats
Cheer on the new Hartford Yard Goats, Eastern League AA Affiliate of the Colorado
Rockies, from the luxurious Owner’s Suite. Invite 23 of your friends to this rental to
any April/May game, Monday through
Thursday of the 2016 season.
Subject to availability. Cannot be combined with
any other offer. Must be redeemed for a single
transaction. Owner Suite box fits 24 people.
No food or drinks included. Not valid on
opening night 4/7/16
Value: $1,000
Opening Bid: $500
Donor: Hartford Yard Goats
Super Silent Auction
Private Tour of
Chamard Vineyard
Enjoy the ride from Premier Limousine with a gift certificate for 6 hours (8 passengers)
in a stretch limo. Take the scenic ride down to Clinton, Connecticut to Chamard Vineyard
for a private reception. There will be a wine tasting, guided cheese and wine pairing and
passed and stationary hors d’oeuvres. Taste the amazing Chamard Vineyards signature
wines by the glass and Chef’s harvest dessert with fresh coffee.
Minimum two weeks advanced notice required.
Dates subject to availability.
Value: $1,500
Opening Bid: $750
Donors: Donna and Jeff Hughes and Anne Esposito
Golf Outing at Shelter Harbor
You and two friends will be joining Bill or Maria Bloom at Shelter Harbor Golf Club
in Charlestown, Rhode Island. Includes caddies and lunch. Weekend or weekday
acceptable from May 2016 – September 2016.
Value: $850
Opening Bid: $425
Donors: Bill and Maria Bloom
Super Silent Auction
Original framed oil painting of
Cape Cod lighthouse,
by Bobby Cardinal
Donated by Bobby and Barbara Cardinal of the Kiley Court Gallery in Provincetown,
Massachusetts. The Kiley Court Gallery has been located in Provincetown, in the
gallery district, since 1991.
Value: $3,200
Opening Bid: $1,600
Donors: Bobby and Barbara Cardinal
J Restaurant | Bar
Wine and complete five course dinner pairing for 8 at J Restaurant | Bar in Hartford.
Date to be mutually agreed upon between restaurant and winning bidder. Gratuity not
included. Any other alcoholic beverages are not included.
Value: $1,200
Opening Bid: $600
Donor: Jordan Dikegoros
Super Silent Auction
Ed Sheeran
English singer-songwriter and one of the world’s biggest stars Ed Sheeran
autographed record vinyl album.
Value: Priceless
Opening Bid: $250
Donor: Traci Friedman
Handcrafted Guitar
This guitar was custom hand built for Connecticut Children’s Medical Center. This
amazing piece has a solid one piece mahogany body; slim maple neck and rosewood
fretboard. Bianco hand wound humbucker pickups and medium jumbo frets, locking
tuners and an aged bridge. Aged lacquered finish on body, vintage amber control
knobs and body and forearm contours. Bianco branding iron logo on body.
Specifications: 1 11/16” nut width, 14” neck radius, 25 1/2” scale length, 22 hand
polished frets and fret ends, 3 position pickup switch, Bourns potentiometers. 1
volume, 1 tone.
Value: $1,895
Opening Bid: $1,000
Donors: Val John White and Bianco Choppers
Super Silent Auction
Maroon 5 Autographed &
Framed T-shirt
Autographed t-shirt from pop music superstars Maroon 5 beautifully framed by
Farmington Frame.
Value: Priceless
Opening Bid: $250
Donors: BookingEntertainment.com and Farmington Frame
Silent Auction
Beauty and Gems
101. E uropean Wax Center
Indulge yourself with a gift basket from European Wax Center in Simsbury that includes a $150
gift card along with several items from their exclusive skin-loving product line.
Value: $253 • Opening Bid: $125 • Donor: European Wax Center
102. L EGO Digifigure Adult Watch
An adult watch for the digital age. This yellow LEGO watch system includes a backlit LCD display
housed under a mineral crystal lens. The LEGO Digifigure is sleek and useful with its day/date/
month functions accessible by its colorful side buttons.
Value: $100 • Opening Bid: $50 • Donor: LEGO Systems, Inc.
103. H
ead over Heels Hair Studio
Feel your best with a customized hair color, blowout and style from Head over Heels Hair Studio
in Canton.
Value: $100 • Opening Bid: $50 • Donor: Head over Heels Hair Studio
104. Z appos
Sport this stylish Lesportsac Kylie Crossbody, Lesportsac Square Cosmetic Case, Zappos Mug
and Zappos T-shirt.
Value: $120 • Opening Bid: $60 • Donor: Zappos
105. C
itrine Ring
This 3D pyramid style ring is a show stopper. It’s a lifestyle piece that tells a story of true design
with all the bells and whistles. It is sterling silver with an 18kt gold bezel and a stunning citrine
faceted gemstone.
Value: $600 • Opening Bid: $300 • Donor: Elise Ryan
106. E lizabeth Grady
The Elizabeth Grady Signature Facial combines the basic, essential steps of exfoliation, steam,
deep-pore cleansing, and a customized mask. Length of Service: 60 Minutes.
May be redeemed in Glastonbury location only. Gratuity not included. May not be combined
with other offers.
Value: $85 • Opening Bid: $45 • Donor: Elizabeth Grady
Silent Auction
107. K
ennedy Barber Shop
A three month Pursuit of Happiness Membership. This package includes unlimited haircuts for
you and all of your male children under age 13. Also includes choice of a straight razor shave,
facial or facial waxing each month. Basket includes Kennedy’s shaving products.
Value: $500 • Opening Bid: $350 • Donor: Kennedy’s Barber Shop
108. C
harleston Double Strand Bracelet
You will be ready for day to night with this silver accented and 18kt gold piece. It’s a piece of art
on your wrist and a true conversation piece.
Value: $900 • Opening Bid: $450 • Donor: Elise Ryan
109. “His & Her” Hair and Beauty Package
Use these certificates at Michael Anthony’s Barber Shop in Farmington.Valid for 1 men’s
shampoo and haircut and 1 women’s wash, cut and blow dry. Package includes shampoo/
conditioning products and Mary Kay perfume products.
Value: $250 • Opening Bid: $125 • Donors: Mary Kay Cosmetics and Michael Anthony’s
Barber Shop
110. L ux Bond & Green
Add a little something to any outfit with this classic 17” Sterling Silver Polished Bead necklace.
Value: $245 • Opening Bid: $125 • Donor: Lux Bond & Green
111. S tress Relief
Relax and unwind with this basket of Aveda stress relief products. Just add a bottle of bubbles
and a candle for the perfect night.
Value: $150 • Opening Bid: $75 • Donor: Aveda Salon
112. S warovski
Sparkle and shine with this Touchstone Crystal by Swarovski. Includes a lovely Swarovski
necklace, bracelet and earrings.
Value: $170 • Opening Bid: $85 • Donor: Denen DeBaise
113. G
irls Night Out!
Treat yourself first with a $50 gift certificate to Body and Sole Spa Therapies in West Hartford.
Then gather your friends for a BK & Co. private shopping experience for 12, with 20% off
all clothing. Includes $100 gift certificate for hostess shopping party… don’t forget your
multicolored clutch!
Value: $430 • Opening Bid: $215 • Donors: BK & Company and Body and Sole Spa Therapies
Silent Auction
114. B
aribault Jewelers
Look stylish with this handcrafted Tacori Promise bracelet on your wrist. A gorgeous piece of
jewelry made of intertwined silver and gold, this bracelet represents two unique individuals
uniting through a Promise.
Value: $790 • Opening Bid: $395 • Donor: Baribault Jewelers
115. F or the Men
Brooks Brothers dry at home, non-iron traditional fit button-down collar dress shirt and Brooks
Brothers silk tie. Both items can be exchanged for different size/color.
Value: $172 • Opening Bid: $85 • Donor: Brooks Brothers
Kid’s Corner
201. F amily Fun Night
What better family fun than pizza and ice cream?!? Enjoy these gift certificates to Luna Pizza in
West Hartford and Ben & Jerry’s. Also includes classic family games and popcorn.
Value: $150 • Opening Bid: $75 • Donor: Sally MacGilpin
202. B
opper’s Entertainment
Host the best kid’s party on the block with a $250 gift certificate towards any full entertainment
package and a $250 gift certificate towards any inflatable rental of $500 or more.
Certificates can be combined and applied to one service.
Value: $500 • Opening Bid: $250 • Donor: Bopper’s Entertainment, DJ & Inflatable’s
203. Well-a-Way Farm
Test your horse riding skills with two riding lessons at Well-a-Way Farm in Simsbury.
Value: $100 • Opening Bid: $50 • Donor: Well-a-Way Farm
204. G
ames, Games, Games … and Snacks
Parents vs. Kids, Boys vs. Girls … no matter what, your family will have a great time enjoying
this assortment of games and snacks.
Value: $150 • Opening Bid: $75 • Donor: Allison Pagliughi
Silent Auction
205. F amily Fun for Four
Plenty of options for your family of four. Two adult and two children tickets for the Essex Steam
Train and Riverboat, four all day passes for the Coco Key Water Resort in Waterbury and four
tickets to the Children’s Museum in West Hartford.
Essex Steam Train: Valid only for the train and boat ride, and cannot be used for special events
(including but not limited to Dinner Train, Day Out with Thomas, Fright Train, North Pole
Express or Santa Special). Coco Key: Expires 12/30/2015. Children’s Museum: Expires 6/30/2016.
Value: $270 • Opening Bid: $135 • Donors: CoCo Key Water Resort, Essex Steam Train &
Riverboat and Children’s Museum
206. L EGO Mania
A dream basket for any LEGO lover. Contains more than forty LEGO sets, LEGO mini sets and
LEGO people. Sets include Batman, Brick Sets, LEGO Friends, Star Wars and more.
Value: $700 • Opening Bid: $350 • Donor: Amy Steinman
207. Visit from Lady Pancake!
This kid friendly package includes a 1-hour author visit from author Josh Funk to the classroom
or library of your choice (in the greater Hartford area). Also includes 3 signed copies of his book
“Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast”, tote bags, character pins and collectors cards.
Offer expires June 2017.
Value: $200 • Opening Bid: $100 • Donor: Josh Funk
208. S occer Camp
Enjoy an exciting week of winter 2015 Socceropolis Camp! Socceropolis is an energetic soccer
program designed for boys and girls ages 4-10. Wear your soccer gear, included with this prize,
to camp and enjoy lots of soccer fun!
Value: $230 • Opening Bid: $115 • Donor: Socceropolis, LLC
209. I t’s a Girl!
The perfect basket for that new bundle of joy. Package includes clothes (size 3 months), books,
bibs/burp clothes, plush toys and other fun accessories. Also included is a $25 gift certificate to
SPIN Monograms & Gifts in West Hartford to have something personalized.
Value: $125 • Opening Bid: $60 • Donors: Christine Corcoran and SPIN Monograms & Gifts
Silent Auction
210. R
ainy Day/Sunny Day Fun
For a rainy day use these two general admission tickets to the Connecticut Science Center
in Hartford. If it’s a beautiful summer evening, use these two passes to Quassy Amusement
Park in Middlebury. Regardless of which day it is, enjoy a $100 gift certificate to Naples Pizza
in Farmington. Connecticut Science Center: Expires 6/30/16. Quassy Amusement Park to be
redeemed after 5pm, Mon-Thurs in June, July and August 2016.
Value: $315 • Opening Bid: $160 • Donors: Connecticut Science Center, Naples Pizza and
Quassy Amusement Park
211. T
he Timeless Barbie
Make some little lady very happy with this basket filled with a variety of Barbie products.
Includes dolls, playsets and clothes.
Value: $175 • Opening Bid: $90 • Donors: Mike and Diane Roach
212. C
ollege Planning Course
Be as prepared as possible for college. High school students and their parents can attend a 90
minute review of the college planning and search process with Larry DeJohn, Ed.D. in Hartford.
Value: $350 • Opening Bid: $175 • Donor: College Planning Consulting, LLC
Sports and Golf
301. Autographed Rangers Hockey Stick
Own this autographed hockey stick signed by New York Rangers Forward #13 Kevin Hayes.
Value: Priceless • Opening Bid: $100 • Donor: New York Rangers Hockey
302. C
onnecticut Ski Package: Mount Southington and Ski Sundown
No need to travel far for great powder! Package includes two lift tickets for the 2015-2016 ski
season at Mount Southington in Plantsville and Ski Sundown in New Hartford. Restrictions
may apply.
Value: $240 • Opening Bid: $120 • Donors: Mount Southington and Ski Sundown
303. G
olf Club of Avon
A round of golf for four with carts at the Golf Club of Avon.Valid Tuesday through Thursday
afternoons. Expires 5/26/2016.
Value: $420 • Opening Bid: $210 • Donor: Golf Club of Avon
304. M
ike Tyson Autographed Boxing Glove & Display Case
Have your very own piece of Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in your home with this
autographed boxing glove.
Value: Priceless • Opening Bid: $150 • Donor: Dr. Brad Giannotti
Silent Auction
305. T
opstone Golf Course
Round of golf for 4 with carts at Topstone Golf Course in South Windsor. Restrictions may apply.
Value: $200 • Opening Bid: $100 • Donor: Topstone Golf Course
306. West Hartford Yoga
Find your inner zen with one month of unlimited yoga at West Hartford Yoga. Also included
in this package is some yoga gear to get you started. Good for 30 consecutive days of unlimited
yoga classes. Workshops and series excluded. Expires 12/30/2017.
Value: $110 • Opening Bid: $55 • Donors: West Hartford Yoga and Kelli Burzynski
307. I t’s all in the short game
Practice your chipping with this Mizuno JPX 56 degree wedge. Also included is a $25 gift
certificate to Golfers’ Warehouse, a $50 gift certificate to Chris Cote’s Golf Shop and other
essentials for a great practice session.
Value: $225 • Opening Bid: $115 • Donors: Chris Cote’s Golf Shop, Farmington Country Club,
Golfers’ Warehouse and Kelli Burzynski
308. G
olf Club of Avon and Lunch
Bring your foursome for a round of golf with carts and lunch at the Golf Club of Avon.Valid
Tuesday through Thursday afternoons. Expires 5/20/2016.
Value: $500 • Opening Bid: $250 • Donor: Golf Club of Avon
309. O
KEMO
You can always expect a great day on the slopes at Okemo Mountain in Ludlow,Vermont with
these 2 ski passes for the 2015-2016 season. Valid 7 days a week, non-holiday for the Blackout
dates 12/26/2015, 1/16/2016 – 1/18/2016, 2/13/2016 – 2/19/2016. Expires closing day 2016.
Value: $184 • Opening Bid: $95 • Donor: Okemo Mountain
310. H
awk’s Landing
Bring your foursome to Hawk’s Landing in Southington for a round of golf for four with carts.
Valid after 1:00 p.m. Must be used in one visit. Not valid for league, holiday or tournament play.
Value: $192 • Opening Bid: $100 • Donor: Hawk’s Landing Golf Course
311. B
arre3 – Two Month Membership
Balance, strengthen and lengthen with moves inspired by ballet, yoga and Pilates at the new
Barre3 studio in Farmington Valley. Unlimited class attendance for two months.
Value: $300 • Opening Bid: $150 • Donor: Barre3 Farmington Valley
Silent Auction
312. G
ame, Set, Match
Get in some fall tennis with this basket of tennis goods. Includes a $50 gift certificate to Dick’s
Sporting Goods, tennis balls, water bottles, a pick up basket and more.
Value: $125 • Opening Bid: $65 • Donor: Susan Duncan
313. S ki Adventure and Gear
2 ski passes for the 2015-2016 season at Mohawk Mountain in Cornwall. Stop by the Alpine
Haus in Wethersfield to stock up on some new gear before hitting the slopes with this $100 gift
certificate.
Value: $220 • Opening Bid: $110 • Donors: Alpine Haus and Mohawk Mountain
314. R
un, Run, Run
A basket of goodies for the runner in your life. Includes a $50 gift certificate to Sound Runner in
Glastonbury.
Value: $125 • Opening Bid: $65 • Donors: Laura Friedeberg and Chrissy Monaco
315. B
lackledge Golf Course
Get warmed up with one hour on the golf simulator and fuel up with a free appetizer. Then show
off your swing on the course with 18 holes with carts for four.
Value: $250 • Opening Bid: $125 • Donor: Blackledge Golf Course
316. U
Conn Women’s Huskies Vs. Notre Dame
Two tickets to cheer on the UCONN Huskies Saturday, December 5th vs. Notre Dame at Gampel
Pavilion in Storrs, Connecticut.Your amazing seats are Section 121, Row J, Seats 11 & 12. Enjoy
a $20 gift certificate to the UConn Dairy Bar for a post-game time treat. Per NCAA rules winner
cannot be affiliated with a high school or have a child of high school age. Tickets cannot be used
for children between the ages of 13 and 21.
Value: $60 • Opening Bid: $30 • Donors: Kathy & Geno Auriemma
For the Home
401. S weet Puppy Love
Get an extra special greeting when you get home tonight with this basket of goodies for your
very best pal! Package includes assorted dog treats and toys, a $25 gift certificate to Wholesome
Animal Grocery Store in Avon and a five day playcare pass at UBERDOG in West Hartford. For
the humans in the family, a $20 gift certificate to the Corner Pug in West Hartford. All new dogs
must participate in an initial evaluation prior to using the pass.
Value: $240 • Opening Bid: $120 • Donors: Corner Pug, UBERDOG and Wholesome Animal
Grocery Store
Silent Auction
402. P hyllis Meredith Photography
Capture those special moments with this $500 gift certificate (equal to the cost of one sitting
fee or $500 off a package or event fee) to Phyllis Meredith Photography. Expires 5/14/2016 (can
secure date further than expiration date with a deposit for an event)
Value: $500 • Opening Bid: $250 • Donor: Phyllis Meredith Photography
403. Vera Bradley
You will be all set for the perfect weekend getaway! Enjoy this Vera Bradley pirouette pink large
duffel, hanging toiletry organizer and zipper makeup pouch.
Value: $160 • Opening Bid: $80 • Donor: Lisa Mull
404. S now Fun
Those snow days will be here before you know it. Enjoy the time at home with this basket filled
with a snowman kit, snow fort, indoor snowballs and lots of other fun winter items.
Value: $100 • Opening Bid: $50 • Donor: Traci Friedman
405. F rasier Fir Basket
Enhance yourself with an assortment of Thymes Frasier Fir candles, soap dish, hand and bar
soaps from Labrazel Home.
Value: $150 • Opening Bid: $75 • Donor: Labrazel Home
406. P rivate Shopping Party at Labrazel Home
Gather a party of 10 for a private shopping party at Labrazel Home in West Hartford. Package
includes a $100 gift certificate, 20% off all purchases and wine and cheese.
Value: $100 • Opening Bid: $50 • Donor: Labrazel Home
407. H
ome Heating Oil
As winter is approaching, ensure your home stays warm and cozy with this certificate for 150
gallons of home heating oil. Snuggle up with this bottle of Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon,
comfy blanket and candle. Minimum of 1 week notice for delivery within 15 mile radius of
Wethersfield, CT.
Value: $425 • Opening Bid: $200 • Donors: Brescome Barton and Mull Brothers Oil
408. G
et Crafty
Let out your inner Martha Stewart with this package filled with various arts and crafts kits.
Includes jewelry making, origami, tissue paper crafts, clay charms and more.
Value: $150 • Opening Bid: $75 • Donors: Mike and Diane Roach
Silent Auction
409. Auto Detailing
Keep your car looking its Sunday best … everyday! This package includes a detail kit, works
package/vehicle checkup gift card, adjustable vehicle snow rake, windshield ice scrapers and 1
gallon of wiper fluid.
Value: $140 • Opening Bid: $70 • Donor: Monaco Ford
410. G
reen Thumb Basket
You will be ready for spring with this basket filled with garden goodies. A gift certificate to
Moscarillo’s Garden Shoppe in West Hartford, flower pot and various gardening tools.
Value: $150 • Opening Bid: $75 • Donor: Alex Bowen
411. I ris Photography
Memories are in the making with this gift of a Weekday Family Photo Session and a 8x10 print
or $75 product credit. Valid until June 15, 2016 and photo session must be in the West Hartford
area.
Value: $325 • Opening Bid: $165 • Donor: Iris Photography
412. H
andmade Holiday Wreath
Enhance your home with this gorgeous high end 36”Winter Woodlands Wreath with tabletop
stand included, for indoor use only. With beautiful greens, golds and silvers this is the perfect
wreath to decorate for the holidays.
Valued: $750 • Opening Bid: $395 • Donor: Betsy Rudden
413. B
each Bum
Just add sun and sand! This Scout tote bag is filled with all of your beach essentials: a Tillow
towel, sun hat, paddle ball game and Vichy Soleil sunscreen. Also included are a BK & Co. water
bottle and silk sarong.
Value: $275 • Opening Bid: $140 • Donors: BK & Co., Selina Ferrer and Lisa Schwartz
414. M
ovie Night Basket
Fun night in or out! $100 to Rave Cinemas, candy,“Avengers 2” DVD, popcorn & popcorn bowl.
Value: $130 • Opening Bid: $65 • Donor: Lauren Couture
415. Adventures in Decorating
Enjoy a 2 hour in home decorating consultation with Adventures in Decorating. Adventures in
Decorating can help you identify your needs and provide you with a customized plan to achieve
your decorating goals.
Value: $200 • Opening Bid: $100
Donors: Adventures in Decorating, Betsy Rudden and Marie Speich
Silent Auction
The Foodie and The Entertainer
501. P izza Party for 15 Kids
The perfect pizza party for any basketball or soccer team.Your child and 14 of their closest
friends, or teammates, will enjoy a pizza party at Giovanni’s Brickoven Pizzeria in Glastonbury.
Includes fountain drinks, salad and pizza.
Value: $175 • Opening Bid: $85 • Donor: Giovanni’s Brickoven Pizzeria
502. R
udolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Enjoy a lovely dinner at First & Last Tavern in Hartford followed by four orchestra tickets to
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts on December
11, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Don’t forget to take home 3 homemade pasta sauces from First & Last
Tavern!
Value: $275 • Opening Bid: $140 • Donors: The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts and
First & Last Tavern
503. A Baker’s Dream
Become the next best pastry chef with this basket which includes a cookie press, baking pans,
and decorating supplies. Also includes a $70 gift certificate to Sur La Table which can be used for
1 class or merchandise.
Value: $250 • Opening Bid: $125 • Donor: Pension Consultants
504. C
T Brew Tour & Brew HaHa
Try out some of the local gems with this package of tasting certificates. Includes brewery tour
passes for four at Thimble Island Brewing Company in Branford, Thomas Hooker Brewing
Company in Bloomfield and Back East Brewing Company in Bloomfield. Also includes Back
East Growler with a certificate for a free refill. Top off your day for some of the best standup
comedy in Hartford with these four comedy tickets to City Steam’s Brew HaHa Comedy Club.
Value: $163 • Opening Bid: $80 • Donors: Back East Brewing Company, Thimble Islands
Brewing Company, Thomas Hooker Brewing Company and City Steam Brewery Cafe
505. A Night in Fairfield County
Deluxe king accommodations at the luxurious Delamar Hotel in Southport. Includes a $100
credit to be used in the Artisan Restaurant on property. Breakfast also included. While in the
area, use these two tickets to any performance at the Westport Country Playhouse during the
2016 season. Gratuity and beverages not included. Based upon availability. Expires 11/30/2016.
Westport Country Playhouse subject to availability. Does not apply to Saturday evening
performances. Expires 10/22/2016.
Value: $740 • Opening Bid: $375 • Donors: Delamar Hotel and Westport Country Playhouse
Silent Auction
506. B
urgers and Broadway
Venture to Torrington to see some amazing talent with 4 tickets to the Warner Theater to see
Rock of Ages (2/6-2/14/2016), The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (5/7- 5/15/16), or Seussical
the Musical (7/30 - 8/7/16). Beforehand, grab one of the best burgers around with this $100 gift
certificate to Plan B Burger Bar.Valid 2016 season. Seating subject to availability.
Value: $205 • Opening Bid: $100 • Donors: Plan B Burger Bar and Warner Theater
507. A Gentleman’s Package
Cigars and scotch ... Package includes five premium cigars, a travel humidor, torch lighter with
cigar cutter, folding travel ashtray, humidification fluid and a butane lighter. Enjoy with a bottle
of Islay Barley Single Malt Scotch Whiskey.
Value: $220 • Opening Bid: $110 • Donors: Brescome Barton and Connecticut Valley
Tobacconist
508. C
eltic Women: The Symphony Tour at Mohegan Sun
Enjoy two tickets to see the Celtic Woman December 6, 2015 at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Pair this
with a one-night hotel room stay at Mohegan Sun and a $75 gift card for dinner at a restaurant
in the Casino.
Value: $450 • Opening Bid: $280 • Donor: Connecticut Business Systems
509. C
T Wine Trail
Two complimentary wine tastings and one bottle of wine from the winemaker’s selection
at Jones Winery in Shelton and five complimentary wine tastings at Gouveia Vineyards in
Wallingford. Also, 2 bottles of Connecticut Grown wine ...“Ballet of Angels” from Sharpe Hill
Vineyard and “Sachem’s Picnic” from Hopkins Vineyard.
Value: $180 • Opening Bid: $90 • Donors: Gouveia Vineyards and Jones Winery
510. A Chef in the Making
A variety of kitchen essentials, cookbooks, casserole dishes, a food chopper and more. Includes a
$140 gift certificate to Sur La Table which can be used for 2 cooking classes or merchandise.
Value: $350 • Opening Bid: $175 • Donor: Pension Consultants
511. T
he Connecticut Forum
Four 3-Event Mezzanine Subscriptions to the Connecticut Forum‘s 2015-2016 Season. Taking
on Race and Racism (12/3/2015), Inside Our Amazing Brains (3/5/2016), and An Evening with
Storytellers, Creators and Entertainers (5/13/2016). Also includes two autographed books. All
Forums begin at 8:00 p.m. at the Bushnell. Gift Certificate must be redeemed by 11/23/2015.
Value: $620 • Opening Bid: $310 • Donor: The Connecticut Forum
Silent Auction
512. A Christmas Carol
Get into the holiday spirit with four tickets to opening night of A Christmas Carol on Friday,
November 27, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. at the Shubert Theater in New Haven. May not be exchanged for
another performance.
Value: $160 • Opening Bid: $80 • Donor: Shubert Theater
513. R
ise and Shine
Everything you could need for a relaxing & delicious weekend morning. Includes various coffees
and teas, maple syrup, corn bread mix, a ceramic coffee pot and more.
Value: $100 • Opening Bid: $50 • Donor: Stelina Miclette
514. W
adsworth Atheneum
Use these eight general admission tickets to check out some of the exciting art exhibits at the
Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford. Expires 12/31/2016.
Value: $80 • Opening Bid: $40 • Donor: The Wadsworth Atheneum
515. Wine Trio
A trio of bold, beautiful wines. Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon, The Calling Chardonnay and
Banfi Brunello di Montalcino.
Value: $225 • Opening Bid: $110 • Donor: Brescome Barton
516. M
aster Mixer
Show off your mixology skills with this basket of cocktail essentials. Includes vodka, wine,
mixers, glasses, snacks and more. Just add guests!
Value: $275 • Opening Bid: $140 • Donor: Sally MacGilpin
517. T
he American Christmas Carol at Carnegie Hall
Four Orchestra level tickets to Tim Janis’s The American Christmas Carol on December 4, 2015
at Carnegie Hall in New York City starring Sarah McLachlan.
Value: $560 • Opening Bid: $280 • Donor: Atty. Robert J. Galiette
518. C
inco de Mayo … anytime
Party in or dine out. Enjoy a $50 gift certificate to Margaritas Mexican Restaurant in East
Hartford, a $75 gift certificate to Besito Mexican Restaurant in West Hartford, and a certificate
for 10 burritos, burrito bowls, salads or order of tacos at any Chipotle location. (Includes chips,
guacamole and fountain drinks for all.) Spice up the party with a bottle of Sauza Cucumber Chili
tequila and premium margarita mix, and a dozen cervezas. Besito Restaurant not valid Fridays,
Saturdays or Holidays. Chipotle expires 12/31/2015. Good for one time use only.
Value: $300 • Opening Bid: $150 • Donors: Besito Mexican Restaurant, Brescome Barton,
Chipotle and Margaritas Mexican Restaurant
Silent Auction
519. C
irque Dreams Holidaze
Two mezzanine tickets to Cirque Dreams Holidaze at The Palace Theater in Waterbury on
November 29, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Seat location based upon availability. Non-transferrable.
Value: $104 • Opening Bid: $50 • Donor: The Palace Theater
520. S teak Dinner at Home
Dinner for two, care of Avon Prime Meats. Indulge in a Cowboy Ribeye Steak, two sides &
dessert. Enjoy this delicious meal with a bottle of Girard Artistry.
Value: $150 • Opening Bid: $75 • Donors: Avon Prime Meats and Brescome Barton
521. N
ewport Stay
One night stay at the Hotel Viking in Newport, Rhode Island. While in Newport, take the
family to check out the Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum with four guest passes.
Reservations required and subject to availability. Includes room, tax and fees. Does not include
alcohol or gratuities. Excludes weekends April through October, major holidays, special hotel
events, and two night minimum may apply. Expires 11/14/2016.
Value: $450 • Opening Bid: $225 • Donors: Blithewold Mansions and Hotel Viking
522. H
andcrafted Guitar Strap & Create Your Own Guitar
This is a one of a kind hand tooled oak leather guitar strap. Tediously hand-crafted and
delicately woven, hand stitched and skillfully painted tailored specifically for Connecticut
Children’s Medical Center. Match this with a $500 gift certificate to Bianco Guitar to build the
guitar of your dreams!
Value: $625 • Opening Bid: $300 • Donors: Kevin Gilbert and Bianco Guitar
523. D
inner for 4 on Valley Railroad’s Dinner Train
You and three friends can enjoy a fine dining experience aboard the Valley Railroad’s Dinner
Train in Essex. Reservations can be made starting in 2016 for the 2016 season.
Value: $320 • Opening Bid: $160 • Donors: Atty. Robert J. Galiette and The Valley Railroad
Company
524. B
runch Trio
Do you love Sunday Brunch? Then this is the package for you. Enjoy brunch for two at the
following restaurants: Seasons Restaurant at Avon Old Farms Hotel, Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point
Inn & Spa and Abigail’s Restaurant in Simsbury. Seasons Restaurant at Avon Old Farms Hotel:
Available Sundays only. Alcohol, tax and gratuity not included. Reservations required. Not valid
on holidays and special events. Expires 10/2016. Saybrook Point Inn & Spa: Excludes holidays.
Alcohol, Tax and Gratuities not included.
Value: $240 • Opening Bid: $120 • Donors: Abigail’s Restaurant, Avon Old Farms Hotel and
Saybrook Point Inn & Spa
Silent Auction
525. C
hristmas Baking Basket
Everything you need to start baking for your next Christmas Cookie Swap. Tis’ the season!
Value: $240 • Opening: Bid $120 • Donor: Alison Scherer
526. R
iver Date
Two tickets for a daytime or sunset cruise aboard the River Quest in Haddam. After your boat
ride, indulge in a spectacular farm to table dining experience using this $100 gift certificate to
River Tavern in Chester.
Value: $160 • Opening Bid: $80 • Donors: River Quest and River Tavern
527. J azz & Frank Sinatra!
Two orchestra level tickets to New England Jazz Ensemble on Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 1:30
pm at Infinity Music Hall & Bistro in Hartford AND two orchestra level tickets to “Sounds of
Frank – Music of Frank Sinatra” on Sunday, December 13, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. at Infinity Music
Hall & Bistro.
Value: $122 • Opening Bid: $61 • Donor: Infinity Music Hall & Bistro
528. D
ining Around Connecticut
Don’t worry about dinner with this package! Includes a $100 gift certificate to Bonefish Grill, $50
to Sorella Restaurant, $75 to 2 Hopewell Bistro and $50 to Rooftop 120.
Value: $275 • Opening Bid: $140 • Donors: 2 Hopewell Bistro, Bonefish Grill, Rooftop 120 and
Sorella Restaurant
529. F or Theater & Food Lovers!
What a package! Enjoy two tickets to any performance at the following theaters: Playhouse on
Park in West Hartford, TheaterWorks in Hartford and Long Wharf Theater in New Haven. Don’t
forget your gift certificates for $100 to Rizzuto’s Restaurant & Bar, $25 to Frank Pepe Pizzeria
Napoletana and $50 to Salute Restaurant to enjoy before the shows. Long Wharf Theater:
Blackout dates may apply. Seating selection based on availability. Special events excluded.
Expires 7/22/2016.
Value: $515 • Opening Bid: $260 • Donors: Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, Long Wharf
Theater, Playhouse on Park, Rizzuto’s Restaurant & Bar, Salute Restaurant and TheaterWorks
530. C
offee Gift Basket
This basket is filled with fresh roasted Omar Coffee, including Colombian, Rainforest Alliance
Certified and French Vanilla. These delicious coffees are combined with cookies, chocolate
drizzled caramel popcorn, biscotti, chocolate dipped pretzels, Omar’s new single serve coffee,
butter toffee, Red Velvet cookies and many more fancy food confections.
Value: $100 • Opening Bid: $50 • Donor: Omar Coffee Company
Silent Auction
For the Artistic Eye
601. “Shakers”
Framed etching/engraving with hand applied gold painted accents by artist Sherrie Wolf of
Portland, Oregon. Created in the mid-90’s, this piece is signed and is one of only 200 created.
Value: $350 • Opening Bid: $180 • Donor: Betsy Rudden
602. “In Honor of Sol Lewitt”
Letterpress Art Print from Hartford Prints! & frame by Farmington Frame.
Value: $200 • Opening Bid: $100 • Donors: Hartford Prints! and Farmington Frame
603. Art by Dawn Lombardi & Gift Certificate for Custom Framing
Local artist Dawn Lombardi is an award winning artist, art teacher and arts advocate. Seascapes,
landscapes and portraits are her specialties. Also receive a $50 gift certificate for custom picture
framing at Farmington Frame.
Value: $800 • Opening Bid: $400 • Donors: Dawn Lombardi and Farmington Frame
604. P hotography by Jeff Skurkis
Remarkable photograph of a gazelle and baby just born.
Value: $150 • Opening Bid: $75 • Donor: Jeff Skurkis
605. “Hector”
Framed art by Lori Racicot.
Value: $200 • Opening Bid: $100 • Donor: Lori Racicot
606. “The Stadium”
Framed watercolor by Maryellen Shafer.
Value: $400 • Opening Bid: $200 • Donor: Glenn Shafer
607. “Skating”
Framed watercolor by Maryellen Shafer.
Value: $300 • Opening Bid: $150 • Donor: Glenn Shafer
608. “South American Jungle”
Collage with acrylic paint and ink on watercolor paper, 2013.
Value: $300 • Opening Bid: $150 • Donor: Sean McNamara
609. “Reflections”
Framed watercolor by Susan Hight.
Value: $75 • Opening Bid: $50 • Donor: Susan Hight
Silent Auction
610. D
esign Your Legacy
Studio Memoire is a boutique personal history firm that specializes in creating commissioned
and assisted memoirs, biographies and family histories.“The Life Story People” will help you
create a Legacy Letter, Memoir Coaching or Guided Autobiography.
Value: $500 • Opening Bid: $250 • Donors: Studio Memoire & Sheri J. Caplan
611. “Geometry Test Series, Number One”
by Harvey Haines, made from steel.
Value: $1,800 • Opening Bid: $100 • Donors: Gavin Haines, Harvey Haines and the Big Purple
Barn
612. “Industrial Revolution”
Made from steel, recycled glass, vintage wire & vintage pins.
Value: $2,000 • Opening Bid: $100 • Donors: Gavin Haines, Harvey Haines and the Big Purple
Barn
613. “Balloon Man”
Collage in watercolor, framed by Elaine Edelberg.
Value: $600 • Opening Bid: $300 • Donor: Elaine Edelberg
Thank You &
Please mark your calendar for next year’s Storybook Gala
November 12, 2016
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