CA 2014 Auction Catalog.indd
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CA 2014 Auction Catalog.indd
Schedule of Events Inspiring Minds February 22, 2014 Cascades Academy Bend, Oregon Trent Stewart, Auctioneer Brian Kent, Master of Ceremonies Music provided by the Mostest 5:30pm Arrival and Check In, Silent Auction Begins, Beverages, and Appetizers 6:45pm 1st Silent Auction Closes 7:00pm 2nd Silent Auction Closes 7:15pm Pop Quiz, Dinner, and Dessert Dash 8:30pm Live Auction 9:40pm Check Out Begins. If you presented your credit card at check in, you’re welcome to take advantage of Auto-Checkout and pick up your items and receipt later at Cascades Academy. Music and Dancing 1 About Cascades Academy Cascades Academy is a non-profit, college preparatory, independent school located in Bend, Oregon. The school was founded in 2003 in response to the need for an independent school option for the Central Oregon community. We offer small classes from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, weaving together a curriculum of challenging academics, creative arts, cultural experiences, outdoor education and service learning. Our talented and dedicated faculty find the right balance of challenge and support for each student, and our intimate learning environment allows each student to achieve his or her individual potential while developing a love of learning, critical thinking skills, and an understanding of the importance of service to the community. Our annual auction, formerly known as the “Pop Quiz”, has been an integral part of Cascades Academy’s fundraising efforts since 2004. This event provides fundamental support for the operation of the school and allows us to offer our Flexible Tuition Program to approximately one third of our families. Your contributions tonight will help us maintain and grow our outstanding experiential learning program and offer an exceptional educational experience to our talented and deserving students. Thank you for attending this evening and supporting our wonderful school! 2 Dinner Menu Appetizers Dinner Tonight’s dinner will be served family style. Korean Style Steak Skewer Roasted Wild Salmon with Kale, Cabbage, and a Mustard Dill Sauce Bacon Wrapped Fig stuffed with Bleu Cheese Braised Chicken with Butternut Squash and Cranberries Spinach Feta Garlic Puff Pastry Bite Quinoa with Swiss Chard and Mushrooms Flatbread topped with Fig Tapenade, Goat Cheese, Herb Roasted Winter Vegetables and Walnut Big Eds Artisan Breads Dessert Dash An auction within the auction, this fun game rewards the top-bidding table with first pick of a dessert for their table to share. All other tables (ranked highest to lowest bid) will follow with their dessert choices. 3 General Auction Rules All purchased services and experiences must be used within one year of the auction unless otherwise specified. It is the buyer’s responsibility to give attention to the expiration dates of all purchases. All arrangements for services shall be mutually resolved by donor and buyer, not by Cascades Academy. All items are sold as is, and all sales are final. There will be no refunds or exchanges except where noted. A bid number will be assigned to each registered individual or couple. Use of this bid number constitutes a legal contract to purchase. The closing bid number written on the Silent Auction Bid Sheet and circled by the auction staff constitutes the winning bid. Guests may bid on Live Auction items by raising their paddles showing their bid number and receiving recognition from the auctioneer. The top bid recognized by the auctioneer constitutes a legal contract to purchase the item. Cascades Academy reserves the right to add or withdraw, without notice, items to or from the auction. Payment and Merchandise Claim Payment in full is mandatory on the night of the auction. Payment by cash or check is preferred as it saves the school 3% in banking fees. Cascades Academy accepts VISA and MasterCard. We respectfully request that you present your credit card to the cashier when checking in and receiving your bid number as this will expedite the checkout process at the end of the evening. If you presented your credit card at check in, you may take advantage of our Auto-Checkout and leave without checking out. You can collect your items and receipt the following week at Cascades Academy. Otherwise, all items must be collected after checking out with the cashiers. Please plan to take all items home with you at the end of the evening, unless you have made specific arrangements with the cashiers. 4 1st Silent Auction Closes at 6:45pm 300. Party Time! 302. For the Love of Sisters 301. Taste of Bend – Foodies Rejoice! 303. Staycation for two Enjoy a private tour for 8 with head distiller, Brad Irwin, at Oregon Spirit Distillers. Their unique artisan spirits are made right here in Central Oregon. Tastings of their products and a specialty cocktail are included. Bleu Bite Catering completes this package with paired appetizers throughout your tasting, a spread to enjoy upon the conclusion of your tour, and a final scrumptious cocktail. The favorite flavors of Bend are represented in this package with gift certificates to Spork, specializing in exciting Latin American and Asian global cuisine, Parrilla Grill, the home of killer food, craft beer, and Uncle Wedgies margaritas, and McMenamins Old St. Francis Pub, offering hearty pub fare and handcrafted ales. Or if you’d rather experiment with your own kitchen skills, head over to Primal Cuts to select your meats of choice and impress your friends with your own inspired creation. Bon Appetit! xperience two unique Sisters traditions - the Sisters Folk Festival E and a gift basket from Bedouin. The Festival is a three-day celebration of American Roots music, from blues to bluegrass. You’ll receive 2 all event passes to this year’s festival on September 5-7, 2014. The gift basket from Bedouin includes an embroidered pillow, jewelry, candle, and journal. Enjoy an easy overnight getaway for 2 at Bend’s newest motel, Wall Street Suites.Your 1-night stay includes complimentary champagne, chocolate, and roses. Have fun exploring the Deschutes River with Stand on Liquid stand up paddleboard rentals for 2. Finish your staycation with a tasty meal at McMenamins. 5 1st Silent Auction Closes at 6:45pm 304. nashelle Bend’s own Nashelle Jewelry is featured in fashion magazines and a favorite of celebrities too numerous to name. Enjoy this gorgeous pair of earrings made from hand-forged sterling silver and wrapped with chrysophrase gemstones. Nashelle uses recycled precious metals to make beautiful jewelry loved by all. 305. pamper me ermaSpa at Bend Dermatology Clinic offers the finest in today’s D aesthetic and cosmetic treatments. A visit to the Spa with its warm and relaxed atmosphere and skilled providers is an experience to savor. They offer an array of services to rejuvenate and nourish the skin. Complement your treatment with skin pampering products from Skinceuticals to take home. 306. it’s ladies night ather 9 of your lady friends for a fabulous night out at Tumalo G Gardens. Tour the gorgeous grounds of the nursery, sip wine, and enjoy wood fired pizzas. The evening will also include gardening instruction and how to’s on specific flowers, herbs, and vegetables. Martha would be jealous! 6 307. Get to Know the Neighbors ight down the hill from our fabulous new Tumalo campus are R some great businesses dying to show off! Raganelli’s Pizza offers take and bake pizza or eat in and enjoy plenty of local beers on tap (t-shirt and growler included), Tumalo Feed Company specializes in great steaks and one of a kind atmosphere, El Caporal provides casual good Mexican food for dine in or take out, and Tumalo Coffeehouse features local coffee from Eleven Roasters and delicious scratch baked goods. This package includes gift certificates to all of these lovely places. 308. Wedding Vow Renewal on Waikiki Surprise your loved one with this unique package. This vow renewal ceremony on famous Waikiki Beach includes fresh orchids and kukui nut leis. The Hawaiian marriage prayer and a gorgeous sunset in the background complete the day. A professional photographer will take plenty of pictures of the ceremony and provide you with your own CD of images. Celebrate your love Hawaiian style. Aloha! 1st Silent Auction Closes at 6:45pm 309. Design In and Out Get some new perspective on the inside and outside of your house! Legum Designs will provide an interior design consultation to help you achieve the best results for your project. Clearwater Native Plant Nursery will treat you to a 1 hour consultation at your home or business to determine the most appropriate plants to install depending on the desired landscape and site specifics soils, slope, aspect, etc. In addition, you’ll receive a gift certificate to shop for native wildflowers, grasses, and shrubs. Meg-N-Gro indoor garden shop has created a low maintenance plant arrangement that will look great in any home or office. 310. King for the Day ee the best of Central Oregon on a private helicopter tour with 3 S of your friends provided by Leading Edge Aviation. The tour follows the Crooked River Gorge all the way through historic Prineville, winds up at Smith Rock then continues over to Redmond and finally Pilot Butte. You and your friends will finish off the day with a one of a kind VIP tour of Deschutes Brewery’s facility along with sampling of their fine brews. 311. maya moon one A local designer, Maya, personally handcrafts each piece with the most delicious and beautiful leather and textiles she can find. With a focus on durability and uniqueness, coupled with a passion for funky and adventurous fashion, Maya Moon’s creations are intended to reflect your personal fashion statement for years forward. 312. golf, fish, and grill Enjoy the Central Oregon lifestyle with this package. Play a round of golf for 2 at Widgi Creek Golf Course. (Make sure to call ahead for tee times. Some restrictions may apply). Go get your golf on, then head to the river! Cast and Blast Outfitters will take you on a 1-day fully guided trip (equipment included if needed). Big bugs, big fish, beautiful river, what could be better. Refuel after all the fun with a stop at Parilla Grill. Make a margarita toast while you enjoy their tasty fish tacos (gift certificate). 7 1st Silent Auction Closes at 6:45pm 313. Work It 315. Fun in the Sun 314. Dream Boxes – Inspirational Altars 316. DANI Gift Basket ModalityX Fitness Center, the most unconventional gym in Bend, is offering a gift certificate to their new and unique facility. They’ll help you customize your own fitness and/or health program. A trainer is available on premise at all times to help with your progress. Gym, training, and nutrition are all part of the program. This $600 gift certificate will help you take your health to a whole new level! ur very own 2nd graders have created Inspirational Altars with O the help of Julia Junkin, a nationally successful local artist. These 8 boxes are “dream boxes”. Each child had a voice in creating their box, which represents what each child would like to see more of in the world. Some of the themes of these altars are “peace”, “love”, and “nature”. Two local favorites, Spork and Sun Country Tours, are together in one great package! Enjoy white water rafting the Big Eddy for 2 from Sun Country Tours. There’s no better way to enjoy the dog days of summer than on the Deschutes. Follow up your day on the river with a visit to Spork for some good global grub and a tasty beverage! “At DANI we’re always looking for the perfect balance of quality products and environmental sensitivity. We strive to create products that we feel good about using on ourselves, our kids and in our home.” Enjoy your basket of perfection which includes a soy wax candle, organic hand wash, lotion, and shower gel. Only 6 available! 317. Bend Originals Two Bend originals packaged up just for you. Strictly Organic has gathered a basket of goodies including their signature roasted coffee and hazelnuts. Not to be outdone, Deschutes Brewery put together a special basket of fun complete with logo wear, growler, and gift certificate. When in Bend, do as the Bendites do! 8 9 2nd Silent Auction Closes at 7:00pm 400. Sunriver’s Best! Gather up your family and friends and have a ball with this versatile vacation package in world renowned Sunriver. Pet friendly #6 Jackpine, sleeps 10 and is your home away from home during your 3-night stay. Enjoy SHARC passes (Aquatic Recreation Center) and gift certificates to two great Sunriver restaurants – Café Sintra and Marcellos! 401. olive oil 400 olive trees on the hills around Casanuova produce this native 1 Italian olive oil “Olio Extra Vergine D’Oliva”. Harvest time only lasts around two weeks in the middle of November and many volunteers arrive with the harvest. Everything is done by hand and all the hard work is rewarded with the taste of olive oil that is beyond compare. Precious goods indeed! 6 Bottles included. 402. Party Like a Rock Star What an amazing way for your child to celebrate their birthday in style! Party on with Pizza Mondo pizza for 10 and a limo for 3 hours. Pick up friends with flair, then head out to your final destination to enjoy yummy pizza and fun. Take a cruise through town with heads out the windows. Now that’s the life! 403. alpaca camp The Flying Dutchman Alpaca Ranch has a passion for raising, showing, teaching, and selling quality alpacas. Amanda VandenBosch, the proprietor and Cascades Academy parent, offers a great 2-day summer camp for up to 8 kids (grades 1 through 5 please). Dates to be mutually agreed upon. 404. The Science Station Does your child like science? Then this amazing party for 12 will be a blast! You’ll be able to choose from several themes such as liquid nitrogen, making motors, slicing squid, and more. Rockin Daves will provide extraordinary bag lunches for your little scientist to fill those bellies after the thrill of experimentation. They may need to wash up first! 10 2nd Silent Auction Closes at 7:00pm 405. Camp Nor’Wester Family Camp Give your family a unique camp experience on a beautiful 135 acre property in the San Juan Islands. Activities include arts and crafts, drama, archery, sailing, kayaking, hiking, and more. This 4-day camp for a family of 4 runs August 23 - 26, 2014. 406. Lindsey Voreis’ Mountain Bike Skills Clinic for Adults Several of our Cascades Academy parents rave about these clinics. Lindsey Voreis is in high demand to teach mountain bike clinics all over North America. She is PMBI (Professional Mountain Bike Instructor) certified as well as IMIC (International Mountain Bike Instructor Certification) certified. Spend a few hours with Lindsey and take your riding to a whole new level. With a focus on teaching riders how to master the skills required to tackle tricky maneuvers, Lindsey will help you understand balance in an entirely new way. Join her on July 8, 2014 from 2pm to 5pm at the Seventh Mountain Resort for a private clinic to improve your mountain biking skills. All levels welcome. 14 spots available. 407. Lindsey Voreis’ Rockin’ Mountain Bike Skills Clinic for kids Our Cascades Academy parents love her fun and effective teaching style. Lindsey Voreis is in high demand to teach mountain bike clinics all over North America. She is PMBI (Professional Mountain Bike Instructor) certified as well as IMIC (International Mountain Bike Instructor Certification) certified. Your child will spend a few hours with Lindsey taking their riding to a whole new level. With a focus on teaching riders how to master the skills required to tackle tricky maneuvers, Lindsey will help your child understand balance in an entirely new way. Join her on July 8, 2014 from 10am to 1pm at the Seventh Mountain Resort for a private clinic to improve your child’s mountain biking skills. All levels welcome. Ages 9 to 18. 10 spots available. 11 2nd Silent Auction Closes at 7:00pm 408. do you know ted? TEDx was created in the spirit of TED’s mission, “ideas worth spreading”. The program is designed to give communities, organizations, and individuals the opportunity to stimulate dialogue through TED-like experiences at the local level. TedxBend is being held April 26, 2014 at Bend High School. This event features extraordinary speakers and performers who inspire you to think differently, talk freely, and act courageously. Includes 2 tickets to the sold out main event and the Big Bash. 409. run, pre, run ntry in the 2014 Eugene Marathon held July 25 – 27, 2014. This is E America’s premier summer marathon and it’s held in the birthplace of running. If you haven’t done it before, now’s your chance to experience Tracktown USA. 12 410. Willamette Valley Wine Tour What a great way to spend a lazy weekend! Tour and tasting for 4 guests at several premier wineries along with Sunday Brunch at Eola Hills Winery. You’ll visit 5 of the Northern Willamette Valley wineries: Lange Winery, Archery Summit Winery, Angela Winery, Domaine Trouvere Winery as well as Eola Hills. A gift basket of Pinot Noirs represented by each winery is included in this package. Cheers to you having a fantastic time! 411. Beach Getaway This amazing Newport oceanfront beach house is a newly remodeled 3 bedroom, 3 bath, oasis that sleeps 6. The house is only five houses away from public beach access and a stairway down to the beach. Enjoy walking to local restaurants and the historic Nye Beach. This 4-day vacation includes cleaning service upon departure. Dates to be determined upon availability. No Pets. 2nd Silent Auction Closes at 7:00pm 412. Downtown Staycation Why fight the roads or airports? Enjoy a fantastic 1-night stay right here in world famous Bend. Luxuriate in a boutique king room at the Oxford Suites after you drink and dine at 10 Below. Walk to Deschutes Brewery to enjoy some local après ski fun and commemorate your stay with authentic 2013 German Oktoberfest beer swag. 413. Fly Like an Eagle Experience the eagles’ view of the Northwest and enjoy a 2 hour flight in a twin engine airplane with local pilot, Ben Selznick as your captain. Try a round trip tour to Bandon Dunes or a scenic flight around the mountains! 414. Family Fun Day Let expert rock climber and Cascades Academy parent, Aimee Roseborrough, show your whole family the ropes at the newly expanded Bend Rock Gym. Includes 2 adult and 2 child passes, gear rental, and 2 hours of instruction. Nothing says fun more than climbing walls with your family! Cap off your day of family adventure with mouth-watering-finger-licking-good Baldy’s BBQ (gift certificate). You earned it! 415. maya moon two A local designer, Maya, personally handcrafts each piece of her one of a kind items. She understands that function is essential in a piece, sturdy inside and outside pockets, high quality zippers and notions, and pattern design are all chosen for the marriage of functionality and flair. 13 2nd Silent Auction Closes at 7:00pm 416. 4 Peaks Music Festival The 4 Peaks Music Festival was born as a musical vision of 4 friends who had a desire to bring great music and a festival vibe to Bend. Each year they strive to bring great acts to Central Oregon and create a community of artists and attendees. This year’s festival will be held June 20 - 22, 2014. Included in this fun package are a pair of weekend passes plus parking and camping along with a swag bag. In addition you take home a one of a kind autographed poster from all of the 2013 bands. 417. Helicopter Discovery Flight – Take Control This is the opportunity you have been looking for! Take the controls during this local flight and test your skills flying a Robinson R44 helicopter with a certified flight instructor. Leading Edge Aviation will introduce you to the basic principles of helicopter flight prior to departing from the Bend airport. Finish off your spin over Central Oregon with a meal at Spork, Bend’s best globally-inspired cuisine. 14 418. Sip and Spa Need we say more! A yummy 3 liter bottle of Cupcake Cabernet Sauvignon and time well spent at Jinsei Spa (gift certificate). A gift basket of body and face care goodies is also included. Jinsei Spa offers a soothing sanctuary for any number of unique treatments including massage, facials, manis, and pedis using natural and organic ingredients. Relax and unwind. 419. SMART Boards SMART Boards are an amazing tool to assist our teachers by allowing them to expand the possibilities of what they can achieve in the classroom. Combining the simplicity of a whiteboard with the power of a touchscreen, the SMART Board interactive whiteboard lets teachers deliver dynamic lessons, write notes in digital ink, and save their work – all with the simple touch of a finger. SMART Boards help teachers create a personalized collaborative learning environment where every student’s needs are met, passions are explored, and goals are achieved. 2nd Silent Auction Closes at 7:00pm 420. Cheaters Never Win! You won’t be cheating when you win a page from tonight’s Quiz. The highest bidder will receive the answers to a randomly selected page of Cascades Academy’s teacher created quiz and a chance to help your table win too! 421. Get Your Golf On Bend Golf and Country Club features over 7000 yards of spectacular signature holes and fairways lined with majestic Ponderosa pines. This is the place to enjoy that perfect round of golf for 2 with your cart rental included. Next on the tour is 2 rounds of golf at Awbrey Glen Golf Club. Both challenging and fun, Awbrey Glen’s 18-hole championship golf course plays from 5,400 yards to over 7,000 yards. Cart and range balls are included. Finally, score a hole-in-one with a round of golf for 2, at either the Meadows Course or Woodlands Course in beautiful Sunriver. 422. date night 423. Summer Science with Dr. Eklund and Ms. Hart 10 lucky incoming 1st - 5th graders can experience the talents of Dr. Eklund and Ms. Hart this summer as they host a Summer Science Party at Cascades Academy. Spend 2.5 hours of fun exploring the world of science! Date to be determined by all parties. 424. Steelhead Dreams This is a dream package for the fly fisher. One day guided drift boat fly-fishing trip for 2 by Orvis certified guide Brandon Bischof. Choose to drift the Deschutes River for trout or steelhead and/or the John Day River for smallmouth bass or steelhead. Brandon will provide all equipment including waders if needed, gourmet lunch, flies, and car shuttle. You can use your new Orvis graphite Access Freshwater 4 weight rod (eight and one half foot-4 piece) with a gold Access midarbor reel and floating line. Don’t forget to bring your new fly box stocked with both steelhead and trout flies. Enjoy a night out at one of Bend’s award winning restaurants, Trattoria Sbandati. Focusing on the Tuscan cuisine and the dining style of Florence, you’ll experience all the flavors of Italy in one evening. 15 Live Auction Begins at 8:30pm 1. 2nd Grade Abstract Relief Collages Inspired by the found object assemblage art of Louise Nevelson. Each 2nd grade student has designed a black abstract relief collage using cut cardboard and wood pieces, highlighted with a subtle color they laid over the black to bring contrast to their piece. Sure to be a showstopper piece in your home! 2. Live Alpaca ou can have a well trained adorable alpaca of your very own. Y Alpacas are friendly, social, gentle, and curious herd animals that produce one of the highest quality fibers in the world. They also make great pets, are good for obstacle courses, and act as amazing lawn mowers. Your new family member can stay on the Flying Dutchman Alpaca Ranch, for a fee, if you do not have room for grazing. 3. UPPER SCHOOL Winter in Bend The upper school students ventured out around Bend this winter to take a variety of photos of landscapes, buildings, and distinctive objects. Each student’s unique perspective is reflected in their choice of subject. Combining their photos into this one of a kind poster captures the cold, snowy feel of our beautiful city in winter. 16 4. Jackson Hole - Available Spring Break ONLY - March 22-29, 2014 What can you say about Jackson Hole, Wyoming? It’s steep, deep and cowboy fun! Ranked the #1 ski resort in North America this year, Jackson Hole also boasts the most snow of any Western ski resort in 2014. With it’s ever present stunning views of the Tetons, this spot is like no other ski resort in the world, receiving top marks for expert terrain and chutes, family services, and scenery. Complimentary ski hosts are available to guide you around the mountain. This 4 bedroom/4 bath Jackson Hole Condo is just 100 yards from the access ski lift and includes complimentary usage of the pool and spa area. If your legs get tired swooshing down the slopes, you can bring your touring cross country gear and ski into Teton National Park. Earn your bragging rights where the deer and buffalo roam! Restrictions - March 22-29, 2014 Spring Break ONLY! Live Auction Begins at 8:30pm 5. 7TH & 8TH GRADE Tree Rings Art Wall The painted rings in this wall art signify the 7th-8th graders’ journey through school. As the tree shows age by rings in the wood, the middle school took color and painted vibrant rings on wood to represent their education and growth. Their finished work is beautifully displayed in a natural wood frame. 6. Kihei, Maui Enjoy 4 nights in Kihei, Maui at Hale Ho’Omaha. This fully furnished 1 bedroom, 1 bath suite includes a complete kitchen and a lovely lanai with a barbecue for outdoor cooking. Beach chairs, towels, snorkel equipment, and beach umbrellas make your days at the beach extra special. Soak up more sun by the refreshing private pool surrounded by lush landscaping or enjoy a quiet read in the tropical garden. Restrictions – 2-3 month lead time for booking. Suite is suited for 2 – 4 guests. 7. 3rd grade Holiday Classics The 3rd grade class designed and painted this unique Christmas themed collection of 8 dinner and salad/dessert plates. Each child painted their version of a Christmas tree - truly a one of a kind place setting for the holidays. 8. On the Floor Portland Trailblazer Tickets for the April 4th, 2014, game versus the Phoenix Suns. Park yourself and a friend on the floor, center court, to watch the Blazers beat the Suns! Enjoy free parking while you cheer the Blazers to victory. 9. 4TH & 5TH GRADE Chihuly This piece of art created by the 4th and 5th graders, takes it’s inspiration from the artist, Dale Chihuly, who creates amazing pieces of glass with glorious color, opacity and transparency. Using geometric shapes of plastic, colored Sharpie pens, hot and cold water, paper clips and their hands, the students created multiple pieces of plastic that were then glued to create a three-dimensional piece that is similar to Chihuly’s original art. 17 Live Auction Begins at 8:30pm 10. Brasada Ranch Luxury Staycation Your amazingly easy staycation includes 3 nights in the 3 bedroom Sage Canyon Cabin. Have a weekend filled with fun for the whole family. Saddle up your 4 person crew for a Brasada Trails Cowboy Ride, then enjoy 4 rounds of golf per day at Brasada Canyons, and 2 S’mores Kits. In addition, you have access to the Athletic Center including fitness classes. Imagine a vacation getaway without the air travel! Restrictions – Expires 2/15/15. Valid Sunday – Thursday and some weekends, based on availability. Not Valid June 13thAugust 22nd, during holidays or special events. Reservations required. 11. 1st Grade Knitted for Babies Once again Mrs. Rice’s 1st grade class has created an amazing work of art with their finger spiral knitted blanket. Knitted with love, this blanket will be donated to Grandma’s House by the winner! Included with the blanket is an inspirational video documenting the 1st graders’ process. 18 12. “Gleam” by artist whitney nye Original art by Whitney Nye, a visual artist based in Portland, Oregon. Her work is deeply affected by the texture, hues and sensations of the world that surrounds her. Working in different mediums, Nye’s thematic approach consistently examines patterns of repetition. She explores the rhythms and pauses of our natural world, becoming a conduit for their character. Travel of all kinds is a key influence and source of inspiration. She is represented by the Laura Russo Gallery in Oregon and exhibits nationally as well. Oil and glass on wood; 24” x 24”. 13. Kindergarten Thumbprints The kindergarteners used each of their thumb prints to create this fun representation of Bend’s familiar landscapes including the smokestacks at Old Mill, Mt. Bachelor, and the Three Sisters. This masterpiece is finished off with a forest green mat border and beautiful caramel colored frame. Live Auction Begins at 8:30pm 14. Prime Real Estate Just choose the date and you’ll have all you need for a Portland Trailblazers extravaganza for you and a friend! Cheer for the Blazers from the second row behind Paul Allen’s seats! Includes a parking pass, dinner for 2 at the Rose Garden, and an overnight stay at the Hilton Executive Towers. This pair of tickets will be for one mutually agreed upon non-playoff game during the 2014-15 season. 15. Pre- Kindergarten Whitewashed Wonder Our very own Pre-K students have painted bright suns all over this silver trimmed whitewashed trunk. Their adorable artwork makes this a very happy piece. Fill this versatile trunk with gardening tools for your garden, your child’s toys, or donate it back to Ms. Kris’s Pre-K classroom. 17. Costa Rica Spend a relaxing 7 nights in a luxury villa of your choice. Manu Villas and Spa rental retreat offers you a choice of three very private villas. Hidden among 30 acres of lush tropical rain forest, these luxury villas are situated on a small mountain ridge with expansive ocean views stretching from Manuel Antonio Park in the north to the southern tip of the Osa Peninsula. The amazing property features numerous walking trails and a magical waterfall with swimming hole. Each villa includes lodging and maid service and comes with a private pool, fully equipped kitchen, organic linens, ocean views, tropical breezes, and the rain forest at your doorstep. Restrictions – based on availability. 16. Not So Free Parking This is your chance to have your very own reserved parking spot close to the front door...all year long! 19 Live Auction Begins at 8:30pm 18. Aspen Condo Enjoy a 1 week stay in a 2 bedroom/3 bath condo with a loft at Aspen Alps located right at the base of the gondola in the heart of Aspen! Revel in the luxury of full, daily maid service, a concierge, a gym, full spa, pool, hot tub, and tennis courts. For a fee, Aspen Alps will even do your grocery shopping and have your kitchen stocked and ready. Everything in town is a quick 5 minute walk from your door. This condo sleeps 9 with 5 loft beds perfect for children. Restrictions - expires 12/2014. Black out dates March 14-30, Nov 22-29, Dec 20-31. 19. 6TH GRADE Pinwheel Quilt Through the practical application of geometry, the 6th grade students used fractions to measure, cut, and sew this stunning quilt. Students explored triangle relationships and attributes as they worked with a triangle pattern to create the pinwheel effect. Each student chose their fabric and cut and sewed at least one pattern block of the quilt. Students participated in every step of the decision making process, from the color scheme of the quilt (our school colors!) to the final layout. 20 20. Instant Wine Cellar Whether you are just beginning to collect wine or adding to your existing collection, this package is truly one of a kind! Cascades Academy parents have shared their favorite varietals to build this special collection of over 75 bottles of premium wine. Your new wine cellar includes a catalogued wine list. À votre santé! Live Auction Begins at 8:30pm 21. San Juan Island Cottage Enjoy the San Juan Islands for 5 days - the perfect spot for a family vacation, a couple’s escape, or the ideal location to relax and be nearby while your child is at Camp Nor’wester. You’ll be staying in a cozy cabin tucked in the forest, sitting on the edge of the San Juan Channel, with a perfect view of Orcas Island. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin has a living room whose views will make you never want to leave. You’ll have access to a private dock and a small rocky beach, perfect for tide pooling. The small town is full of fun - everything from kayaking, clam digging, crabbing, bicycle touring, to visiting a lavender farm, watching outdoor Shakespeare performances, visiting early British & American military camps, whale watching, or perhaps just sitting for hours and reading and gazing out at the incredible beauty of the San Juan Islands. Restrictions – based on availability. PADDLE RAISE 21 Sponsors This auction would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors: Inspiration: $10,000 Engagement: $5,000 Young Education Foundation 22 Sponsors This auction would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors: Collaboration: $2,500 Connection: $1,000 Veronica &Bahns Design Photography 23 Sponsors This auction would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors: Exploration: $500 e lipse Marketing 24 Special Thanks to Our Generous donors Awbrey Glen Golf Club Backporch Coffee Roasters Baldy’s Barbeque Bedouin Bend Golf and Country Club Bend Rock Gym Bend Science Station Jane Birschbach and Arthur Cantor Brandon Bischof and Bruce Bischof Marc Blank and Cezanne Hitchcock Bleu Bite Catering Brasada Ranch Camp Nor’wester Cast & Blast Outfitters LLC Clearwater Native Plant Nursery DermaSpa at Bend Dermatology Deschutes Brewery Maria Drey Earth’s Art Tumalo Garden Market Anne-Marie Eklund El Caporal Tumalo Eugene Marathon Gary Fish Flying Dutchman Alpacas Marshall and Lisa Glickman Lea Hart Steve Heller Jinsei Spa Leslie Lane and Julie Duryea Leading Edge Aviation Legum Design Manu Villas and Spa Maya Moon Designs McMenamins Pubs and Breweries 25 Special Thanks to Our Generous donors Meg-n-Gro Modality X My Hawaii Wedding Nashelle Jewelry Danielle & Sanders Nye Whitney Nye Oregon Spirit Distillers The Oxford Hotel Parrilla Grill Don & Katy Peek Pizza Mondo Primal Cuts Raganelli’s Rockin’ Daves Bagel Bistro Aimee Roseborrough Ben and Lael Selznick Sisters Folk Festival 26 Spork Stand on Liquid Star Limo Source Strictly Organic Coffee Company Sun Country Tours Tumalo Coffee House Tumalo Feed Company Lindsey Voreis Widgi Creek Golf Club Tom & Jill Wimberly James and Kelly Young 4 Peaks Presents LLC Special Thanks to Our Generous DESSERT DASH donors 900 Wall Les Deux Amis Bakery Awbrey Glen Golf Club Level 2 Bleu Bite Catering McKay Cottage Broken Top Restaurant Nancy P’s Baking Brother Jon’s Ale House Pine Tavern Deschutes Brewery and Public House Rockin’ Daves Bagel Bistro Fearless Baking Tate and Tate Catering Ida’s Cakery The Cake Lady Jackson’s Corner Zydeco Kayo’s 27 Special Thanks to Our Auction Committee and Volunteers Monica Allen Veronica Bahns Kendra Boos Katie Brandow Shelly Callaghan Carin Cameron Lisa Canady Cerstin Cheatham Kate Darden Kristin Fish Laura Furgurson Julie Gilbert Tiffany Goodman Jennifer Griswold Christy Hicks Andes Hruby Molly Hughes 28 Hillary Hurst Melissa Johnson Steve Katchmar Alix Keel Else Kerkmann Ferd Lagos Carol Laird Jeannie Legum Pauline Lyders Erika Messih Danielle Nye Matt Orr Kimberly Paxton-Hagner Mark Ransom Heidi Rather Pratt Rather Jeremy Rubenstein Sandra Spence Brad Strowd Kelly Tanguay Jennifer Warthen Teri Weber Julie Winter Nicoa Wood Amanda Wright Yvonne Zbranak