2011 auction booklet

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Hear Ye, Hear Ye‐
Thank you for taking part in the 2011 Mater Amoris Silent and Blind Auctions. This year, our goal
is to raise funds to re-establish and maintain nature trails throughout the wooded portion of the
school grounds. In addition to providing an outlet for student fitness, the trails will allow the staff
to further utilize the outdoors as a natural laboratory for learning. We envision a place that can serve
as an inspiration for poetry & art, as well as the venue for identifying native plants and wildlife habitat.
Once again, Mater Amoris parents have been especially creative in tapping connections and packaging
their own talents to offer a fantastic selection of getaway packages, family outings, lessons,
collectibles and more. We also appreciate the support we’ve received from the business community
and ask that, as a thank you, you visit the businesses you see listed throughout.
Most importantly, take some time with this booklet and plan, check your calendars, contact
friends to go in on an item with you, save your pence, and we’ll see you back in medieval times.
Farewell for now,
-The Silent Auction Committee
Kate Albus
Rose Ambrose
Adrienne Cunninghame-Blank
Nicole Middleton
Kimberly Morrison
Carrie Weitzman
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Silent Auction Rules
By bidding at the Silent Auction or through an automatic bid, each
bidder agrees to these Auction Rules.
If your bid is designated the top bid, it constitutes a legal contract and
you must purchase the item.
All sales are final. No exchanges or refunds on auction items are
permitted. Everything will be sold as is. Please carefully read any
specifications and restrictions. Please note expiration dates.
Retail values assigned to items being auctioned are estimates and are
not warranted by the school for tax purposes or for general value.
Some items have been assigned a “Buy it Now” price. These prices
exceed the item’s estimated monetary value, but guarantee that the
first person placing the “Buy it Now” bid is the winning bidder.
At the time of purchase, buyer waives any claims for liability against
either the school or the donor of property or services, and neither the
school nor the donor is responsible for any personal injuries or damages
to property that may result from utilization of property or services sold.
Unless otherwise specified, dates and times are to be arranged at the
mutual convenience of the donor and buyer.
All silent auction items must be paid-in-full by cash or check and be
removed from the auction site by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 14,
2011.
Silent Auction
Bidding Procedures
The Silent Auction begins at the Advance Bidding Night reception on
Friday May 13th (7:30 PM - 9:30 PM). It re-opens at the Spring Fair on
Saturday, May 14th at 12:00 Noon. Its closing, at approximately 3:15
PM, will be announced by loudspeaker 30 minutes in advance.
Each Silent Auction item will have a bid sheet with a preprinted starting
bid. To place a bid, simply write your name, phone number and the
amount you wish to bid in the designated space. Please write neatly.
You do not have to limit your bid to the minimum increment; you may
skip ahead to any higher amount you are willing to bid. Please note:
some items have a “Buy It Now” price. This price exceeds the value of
the item, but ensures the first person making such a bid will be the
winning bidder.
Scratching of bids is not allowed. Once a bid has been properly entered
on a bid sheet, it becomes a valid and binding bid.
Bids entered after the closing of the Auction will be disallowed. An
Auction Committee member will disqualify the bid of any person who
attempts to block others who wish to bid on the same item or items
adjacent to it. If a bid is disqualified, the preceding bid will be honored.
The highest bid at the close of the Silent Auction wins. Successful bids
will be posted at the time of check-out. All payments for Silent Auction
items must be made at the check-out area.
If you or your friends and family are not able to attend the close of the
Silent Auction,“Automatic Bidding”will be allowed. Here is how it works:
Secure an Automatic Bidding Form (available in this booklet or at the
auction). Complete the form indicating the relevant item #, your
maximum bid, and the incremental amount by which you would increase
your bid. Register your form at the bar inside the library. A bell will be
available to signal an auction committee member to time-stamp the bid.
Throughout the auction, a committee member will monitor the items
marked for automatic bids no less than every 10 minutes, entering a
new incremental bid when appropriate. If identical Automatic Bidding
instructions are received, the first form registered will take precedence.
In the final minutes of the auction a committee member will be present
at each item for which an Automatic Bid exists.
The Blind Auction Cometh
hear ye, hear ye - new this year!
Rather than our traditional live auction, this year we are offering the treasured keepsakes created by each
classroom, through a blind auction (also known as a first-price sealed-bid auction).
The How:
A minimum bid is established for each item. A sealed bidding box with a slot will accompany each
item and substitute for the traditional silent auction bid sheet. Bidders will write their name, phone number,
and the highest amount they are willing to pay for the treasured keepsake, on the available bidding forms. The
bidding form is deposited into the bidding box. No bidder will know the amount bid by any other bidder (hence
the name “blind” auction). You may bid more than once if you decide to increase your bid amount. The highestprice bid from any given bidder will be the bid that is counted. At the designated end-time for each auction
item, the box will be opened. Bids will be reviewed by an auction committee member (who has not bid on the
relevant item). The highest-price bid will win the keepsake. In the event of a tie, the matching highest-price
bids will be placed in a hat and a bystander will draw for the winning bid. Please note, bids need not be even
amounts. You can bid $1,001 or $554 in an attempt to avoid a tie.
The when:
Blind auction bidding can be done at the Advance Bidding Reception on Friday May 13th through the
designated end-time for each auction item on Saturday May 14th. We have staggered the end times for each
item, in the event that winning or losing a given blind auction item may affect a person’s bid for other blind or
silent auction items. Designated end-times are: Mrs. Brunetti 2:15; Mrs. Nellis 2:20; Mrs. Meyers 2:25; Mrs.
A-0 2:30; and Mrs. Perez 2:35. Winners will be announced as soon as they are determined. If you, or a family
member, are interested in bidding on a keepsake but are unable to attend the Advance Bidding Reception and
are unable to get to the fair before the designated end-time, you may submit a sealed bid through the school
office. To do so, use the Blind Auction Bidding Form available in the back of the auction booklet. Fold the
form. Place it in a sealed envelope. On the front of the envelope write Sealed Bid, Attention Kimberly
Morrison, your name and the name of the teacher who’s class created the keepsake. If you fail to indicate the
teacher, we will not know how to count your bid.
Blind Auction Keepsakes
Mrs. Brunetti’s Classroom – This seasonal wall hanging will melt your heart in winter and soothe your soul in summer.
All of the children have worked together to skillfully embroider squares with the shape of a tree, as well as one
other picture representative of each season. In keeping with the joyful spirit of the class, the children then
decorated the squares with sequins and buttons.
Mrs. Nellis’ Classroom – This cheery nine patch quilt features light yellow and spring green birds, hand sewn by the
children. The wall hanging is a combination of patchwork, appliqué, and embroidery. All of the children have had
a hand in stitching it. The border features delicate flowers in complimentary shades of yellow and green. To
complete the project, there are buttons on the quilt.
Mrs. Meyers’ Classroom – Inspired by The Dandelion Seed by Joseph Anthony, which the class read together in
their study of personification, the children have pieced together strips of fabric in hues of green, blue and
purple to hand sew an evening setting. The children then worked together to appliqué puffy white dandelion
seeds atop the strikingly beautiful field, as each seed lets go of the past to blossom anew.
Mrs. A-O’s Classroom – Want a sneak peek into the special moments your child has enjoyed at Mater Amoris? Mrs.
A-O has taken photographs throughout the year of everyday lessons, activities and preparations, as well as
celebrations like Valentine’s Day, The Feast of St. Lucia and Pizza Fridays. You’ll find these special moments
captured, compiled and inscribed in this leather bound photo album.
Mrs. Perez’ Classroom – Pouring through books on butterflies, each student drew their own representation of a
favorite species, transferred their work to a linoleum square, then carved their design to create a printer’s
block. The resulting collage (stamped onto rice paper) of each child’s work captures the true majesty of this
winged creature, as well as the unique personalities and styles of each student.
GETAWAYS NEAR AND FAR
#100 Secluded Island Getaway
Value: $1,000
Buy It Now: $1,500 Min. Bid: $ 400
Situated on a private islet on the secluded island of Isla Mujeres, six and a half
miles northeast of Cancun, the Avalon Reef Club is defined by beauty,
enjoyment, relaxation and romance. This unique resort, accessible only by
ferry is more a private island sanctuary than a stereotypical resort. Here the
warm trade winds, panoramic vistas, crystalline waters and sugar-white
beaches produce a dramatic setting right out of a fairy tale. You must visit
before the year end to take advantage of this seven night stay in a one bedroom
villa with living room, kitchenette and bath. For more information visit
www.hotelavalonreefclubislamujeres.com, but please note that the villa stays
are not all-inclusive.
Donated by the Eggleston Family
#101 The Lap of Luxury
Value: $735
Buy It Now: $800 Min. Bid: $250
There is no better place for a romantic weekend away than the picturesque
Keswick Hall just outside of Charlottesville, VA -- less than 3 hours away.
The rooms are beautifully appointed. The grounds perfectly manicured. The
service beyond reproach. The food is magnificent -- try the eggs benedict over
crab cakes after sleeping in. And yes, the golf is well worth the greens fees.
The resort is offering a one night stay in one of their signature rooms, as well
as a round of golf for 2 with a cart. Treat yourself!
Donated by Keswick Hall at Monticello
#102 A Wicked Weekend
Value:
$400
Spend the night at The River Inn in Foggy Bottom after enjoying a
performance of Wicked at The Kennedy Center on August 19, 2011 (Two
tickets, 2nd Tier seating, Row D). For dinner, take advantage of the theatre
menu at nearby Notti Bianche’s with a $100 gift certificate or tuck it away for
another time. Keep in mind, weekend performances of Wicked are nearly sold
out except for tickets costing $250 each or less expensive single seats.
Donated by the Families in Mrs. Perez’ Class
#103 Exploring History
Value: $650
Williamsburg is jam packed with family friendly activities to inspire your little
ones. To get you on your way, we’ve included four annual passes to historic
Williamsburg where the children can sign up to be apprentices for a day.
There are four passes to the colonial Berkeley Plantation, home to the first
official Thanksgiving and President Harrison. There are two complimentary
tickets to the hands-on Jamestown Settlement, where your children can
explore re-creations of a Powhatan village, the James Fort and replicas of the
three ships that brought the settlers to America. Because these are re-creations
the children can touch everything and even help re-enactors in their tasks, such
as carving out a canoe. And just up the street is the archaeological dig site of
the true Jamestown settlement. You’ll also find two tickets to the Yorktown
Victory Center where you can explore a re-created Continental Army
encampment, where historical interpreters describe and depict daily life. To
lighten things up there are four passes to play miniature golf at Pirate’s Cove.
In order to fit in all the fun, you’ll need to spend three days and two nights at
the Historic Powhatan Resort and they’ve thrown in a $50 gift certificate to
their restaurant.
Donated by The Families in Mrs. Nellis’ Class
The Historic Powhatan Resort, The Berkeley Plantation, The
Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, and Pirate’s Cove
#104 Ocean City Getaway
Value: $2500
Buy It Now $3000
Min. Bid: $ 500
What better way to mark the start of a great summer than to head to the beach.
Choose to stay from June 4 – 11, or from June 12 - 19, in a premiere
development, Sunset Island, on the bayside at Ocean City. The luxurious four
story, five bedroom townhouse sleeps 12 comfortably. The gated community
features a private outdoor pool, private beach, interactive fountain, boat slips,
and clubhouse (with an indoor pool, fitness center, café and grille). If you
prefer to defer your stay to one of the first two weeks in June 2012 or to a
week in September post Labor Day, the Duke Family will accommodate your
plans. Please note: Families only; no high school “senior week” getaways.
Donated by the Duke Family
#105 A Capitol Weekend Value: $550
Enjoy a two night weekend stay at The Fairfax at Embassy Row, a luxury
hotel in the Dupont Circle area. Daily breakfast for two at the hotel’s
legendary Jockey Club restaurant, made famous by First Lady Jackie
Kennedy, is also included.
Donated by The Fairfax at Embassy Row
#107 South Dakota Getaway Buy It Now: $500 Value: $400
Min. Bid: $200
Head for the Black Hills and spend four nights at a cabin of your choice at
Happy Trails Cabins in Silver City, where the pavement ends and the trails
begin. Centrally located in the Black Hills, Silver City is completely
surrounded by National Forest. Rapid Creek and Pactola Reservoir are just a
cast away, for those who love to fish. Mountain bikers bring your bikes and
hikers bring your walking shoes and Mr. and Mrs. Chapman will share with
you the breathtaking trails available outside your doorstep. The rustic cabins
(which sleep from 2 to 6) are convenient to most attractions. -- only a
mountain or two away (less then an hour) from Mt. Rushmore, Historic
Deadwood and Crazy Horse Memorial, and only 23 miles west of Rapid City
if you have the urge to go to the big city! Good for two years.
Donated by Rita and Tally Chapman
and the Versace Family
#108 Jersey Shore Getaway
Value: $200
Buy It Now: $250
Min. Bid: $100
Less than four hours away, enjoy two days and one night at the Hotel Tides, a
boutique hotel a few short blocks to the beach in historic Asbury Park, NJ.
The Tides features one of the best local restaurants, offering French Fusion
Cuisine by Executive Chef James Hurley. Certificate may not be used on
holidays or during special events. May be used with a 2 night minimum stay
if 2nd night is purchased.
Donated by The Hotel Tides
#106 Adirondack Getaway
Value: $400
Buy It Now: $500
Min. Bid: $200
Enjoy three days and two nights at the Silver Bay YMCA, a century-old 700
acre camp (think Dirty Dancing) on Lake George in the Adirondack Park.
This family friendly resort offers hiking, canoeing, kayaking, sailing lessons,
tennis lessons, water color lessons, archery, children’s half day programs, a
nature center, and a full gym with instructor led classes, all at no additional
cost -- so feel free to extend your stay. The staff also organizes campfires,
board game contests, family dodge ball and more, for you to opt in or out of.
Cost includes meals in the cafeteria. An annual destination for the Morrison
family, please feel free to contact them if you need to be further sold, or want
help planning an extended stay.
Donated by Silver Bay YMCA of the Adirondacks
#109 Ireland Getaway
Value:
$300
Who wouldn’t want to listen to an authentic storytelling history of Dublin by a
native Dub (Granda to Fiona and Ella Cunninghame-Murray) over a pint and a
meal (compliments of the Cunninghame-Murrays) at the Arlington Hotel,
across from the Ha-Penny bridge. Only to be followed by a performance of
the traditional music of Bohran performed on stage (by Dermot’s brother
Ronan). After your stay in the city, drive just a few hours across country to
visit the West Coast of Ireland. Enjoy a one night stay at the Kingstown
House in Clifden. This charming B&B is the perfect location to enjoy the
outdoor beauty of Ireland. Praise-filled reviews come as no surprise, since the
proprietors, friends of the Simpson family, couldn’t be more hospitable.
Donated by the Cunninghame-Murray Family and the Kingstown
House B&B (Courtesy of the Simpson Family)
#110 Wonder on the Wharf Getaway Value: $250
Buy It Now: $300 Min. Bid:$125
For a delightful evening you’ll never forget, here’s a one night stay at The Inn
at Henderson’s Wharf nestled in Fells Point’s charming National Historic
District. Rated the #1 hotel in Baltimore for the last 6 years by Trip Advisor,
Henderson's Wharf is a seamless blending of old-world charm with new-world
comfort. Stay Sunday through Thursday at the Inn, which is also offering a
complimentary deluxe Continental Breakfast and free parking. Contact no
earlier than 2 weeks prior to your stay, subject to availability.
Donated by The Inn at Henderson’s Wharf
#111 Slip Away for the Night
Value: $250
The Inn at Peralynna Manor, is located on Route 108, just west of the Iron
Bridge Wine Company. Enjoy one night’s stay in a Standard Jacuzzi Suite
with Fireplace at this hidden gem of a B&B. In the evening enjoy beverages,
snacks and desserts. A chef’s breakfast for two awaits you in the morning. It’s
the rest and relaxation you’re looking for, without the travel and planning.
Donated by The Inn at Peralynna Manor
#112 Nearby Marriott Getaway
Value: $150
Buy It Now: $200 Min. Bid: $ 75
Book a sitter and plan your escape. Stay at a Deluxe Guest Room on Friday or
Saturday night at the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center, and
enjoy a complimentary breakfast for two in their restaurant, the Grille.
Expires December 2011.
Donated by Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center
Sabrina sends heart-felt gratitude for the
generous spirit and inspiration showered upon
her during her happy Mater Amoris years!
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TEACHER TREASURES & MORE!
#200 Sing Your Praises
Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $250
Min. Bid:
$100
Whether your voice is your best instrument or you just want to sing without
hearing snickers, Mrs. Perez can help. Perhaps your child wants some behindthe-scenes training before the next musical. Three (45-minute) voice lessons
will surely get you on your way. This opportunity is for ages 9 to adult.
Donated by Mrs. Perez
#201 Asleep in the School (Mrs. A-O)
Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $600
Min. Bid:
$100
Your child can invite two friends and have a camping experience roasting
marshmallows, working crafts, singing songs, and hearing bedtime stories
before falling asleep in sleeping bags right in their classroom! Parents are
welcome to schedule a post-bedtime-story pickup if preferable to an overnight.
This event can take place either June 16, June 22 or June 28 based on your
availability. (But the date will have to be coordinated with the winner of Mrs.
Meyers’ camp out, as well.) Mrs. A-O and Mrs. Meyers will lead the fun.
Participants must be 6 years or older.
Donated by Mrs. A-O
#202 Asleep in the School (Mrs. Meyers)
Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $600
Min. Bid:
$100
Your child can invite two friends and have a camping experience roasting
marshmallows, working crafts, singing songs, and hearing bedtime stories
before falling asleep in sleeping bags right in their classroom! Parents are
welcome to schedule a post-bedtime-story pickup if preferable to an overnight.
his event can take place either June 16, June 22 or June 28 based on your
availability. (But the date will have to be coordinated with the winner of Mrs.
A-O’s camp out, as well.) Mrs. Meyers and Mrs. A-O will lead the fun.
Participants must be 6 years or older. Donated by Mrs. Meyers
#203 Photos 2010 Asleep at the School Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $120
Min. Bid:
$20
Mrs. Meyers has compiled her photos from last year’s camp out to produce a
22 page soft cover photo album filled with precious moments.
Donated by Mrs. Meyers
#204 While Away the Afternoon Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $250
Min. Bid:
$50
Ms. Kim is delighted to take two children for three hours after school for a fun
time at the Mud Hut in Olney. Delicious ice-cream treats at Rita’s will make
this time even more enjoyable.
Donated by Ms. Kim
#205 Delectable Delicacies Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $100
Min. Bid:
$30
Mrs. Salazar will prepare traditional Columbian flan for your family. It comes
highly recommended by Mrs. A-O and all the staff. You choose the week,
she’ll deliver the treats.
Donated by Mrs. Salazar
#206 A Proven Winner Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $400
Min. Bid:
$150
Is your child a fan of Coach B? Coach will spend a mutually convenient
afternoon with up to four children at an activity of their choosing. Hone field
hockey skills at a mini-clinic. Go to a park. Take in a movie. Or, come up
with your own game plan. Whatever you choose, it’s sure to be a winner. And
we’ve included two $25 gift cards to LAX World in Maple Lawn, which has a
large selection of field hockey gear and apparrel.
Donated by Coach Boarman
and LAX World
#207 And on this Farm. . .
Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $400
Min. Bid:
$200
Ms. Bosmans’ farm is the ideal location for your lucky birthday boy or girl
(and 11 of his/her guests) to have a party. Ride a pony, pet a bunny, feed a
turtle, hold a snake. Ms. Bosmans will supply the animals – all you need to do
is bring the birthday food! Or, if you prefer, instead enroll your child at Mrs.
Bosmans’ horse camp for one week this summer (M-F, 7:30-12:30 p.m.).
We’ve also thrown in a $20 gift certificate to the Grey Pony Saddlery.
Donated by Mrs. Bosmans
and the Grey Pony Saddlery
#208 Reserved Parking (Remember the Mud!)
Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $750 Min. Bid: $100
We’re not quite ready to expand the parking lot, but we can guarantee you a
spot. When wet weather strikes and the indoor dismissal sign gets hung on
the fence, a reserve sign in your name will be placed in the parking spot
nearest the walkway. Your reservation is also valid for well-attended parent
nights and social events like the Science Fair, the Spring Fair and the Easter
Egg Hunt. (Valid 2011-2012 school year).
Donated by Mater Amoris Montessori School
#209 Reserved Seating for six at the Holiday Program
Value: Priceless
Do you have a kindergartner starring in the 2011 Holiday Program? Make
sure they can find you for a reassuring smile, and that you have a clear shot for
photos and videos. You and five of your guests can enjoy premiere seating.
You buy the tickets; we’ll reserve six seats (1st row of general audience
seating) for you. Encore! Encore!
#210 Reserved Seating for six at the Spring Musical
Value: Priceless
There may not be a bad seat in the house, but there’s none better than front
row center to assure your child is in your full view throughout their
performance. You and five of your guests can enjoy premiere seating at the
2011 Mater Amoris Spring Musical. You buy the tickets; we’ll reserve six
seats (1st row of general audience seating) for you. Encore! Encore!
#211A and 211B Mater Amoris on Canvas
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $65
Lois Hink, grandmother to Emma, Gwen and Harry, has painted two acrylics
that capture the essence of our beautiful school and its grounds. Stop by the
auction, the picture speaks for itself.
Donated by Lois Hink
(Courtesy of the Eustace Family)
#212 Ocelots Rock
BUY IT NOW: $120
Value: Priceless Min. Bid:
$ 40
Local artist, Brandon Vernon, an animator of the cartoon Speed Racer: The
Next Generation, (and Crae’s and Ian’s art teacher), has created and signed this
representation of an Ocelot and it is hoping for a home with a fellow Ocelot!
You won’t believe he used nothing more than a ball point pen, check it out.
Donated by Brandon Vernon
#213 Puzzled? BUY IT NOW: $100
Value: Priceless Min. Bid: $30
Choose your color and Gary Kleckner will grout the tiles on one of the Ocelot
puzzles used in the Easter scavenger hunt, so that it can serve as your child’s
keepsake.
Donated by the Kleckner Family
#214 Mixed Media Class Collages
Cost: $40
The class photo taken the day of the children’s hands-on experience with
cocoa has been combined with graphic elements, a sketch of the school
building, the school shirt, the school sign, colored pencils and more. The 8.5
X 11 collage is mounted on foam with a hanging ribbon. Visit the auction for
examples. $15 from each purchase will go to benefit the school.
Donated by movingStories
(Courtesy of the Shepherd Family)
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#218 Exploring History Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $TBD
Min. Bid: $TBD
Through reading and role play, your little one is sure to enjoy learning about
colonial times with the treasures in this basket!
Donated by the parents of Mrs. Nellis’ students
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#215 Schleich Knights & Dragons
BUY IT NOW: $TBD
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid:
$TBD
The quality and detail of these figure will inspire your little one to imaginative
play. Whether you intend to spoil someone special or stockpile birthday
presents for your child(ren)’s classmates, you should stop by the Silent
Auction to wade through this medieval selection.
Donated by the parents of Mrs. Brunetti’s students
#216 Lego Castles & Knights
Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $TBD
Min. Bid: $TBD
Let your child create his or her own medieval world with this selection of
knights and castles from Lego.
Donated by the parents of Mrs. Brunetti’s Class
#217 Medieval Garb & More Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $TBD
Min. Bid: $TBD
Your little warrior will be thrilled to don the helmets, swords, armor and more
available in this basket. And there’s a few princess items for a sibling or
family friend to join in the play, as well
Donated by the parents of Mrs. Brunetti’s students
#219 Everything but the Shoes Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $TBD
Min. Bid: $TBD
This basket is suitable for a returning Echo Hill Camper, but makes things
easiest for parent’s of next year’s first timers. The Duffle bag includes a camp
pillow and sleeping bag, a camp towel, a laundry bag, and stuff sacks, a rain
jacket and pants, rain boot liners, an Aran wool cardigan and wool socks,
regular socks, camelback water bottle and accessories, environmental- and
travel-friendly toiletries, insect repellant and first aid kit, disposable cameras
and photo albums, a journal, a borders gift card for a book of the child’s
choosing, a flashlight, and black plastic garbage bags for wet clothes on the
return trip home. There’s also an Echo Hill T-Shirt. And last but certainly not
least, Mrs. A-O has hand-sewn a campy pillow case for the winning bidder.
Donated by the parents of Mrs. A-O’s students
and Mrs. A-O
#220 Follow the Yellow Brick Road Value: Priceless
BUY IT NOW: $TBD
Min. Bid: $TBD
This basket includes a trip to the Smithsonian American History Museum to
see Dorothy’s Ruby Red Slippers. Janet Mednik will take two elementary age
children on a mutually agreeable date this summer. You’ll also find Wizard of
Oz Scrabble, a Wizard of Oz calendar, an Original Minicell from The Wizard
of Oz Movie, a gift certificate to choose either 4 tickets to the “Brunchkin” or
4 tickets to Dorothy’s Birthday Party at the Annual Wizard of Oz festival in
Chesterton, IN on September 16, 17 & 18, 2011. Chesterton is only an hour or
so outside of Chicago and just down the road from the Indiana Dunes State
Park on Lake Michigan.
The festival looks like a ton of fun
chestertonozfestival@yahoo.com and the State Park is magnificent in Fall.
Donated by the parents of Mrs. Perez’ students
A special thank you to Mrs. Meyers’ Class who supplied the
wine for our wine pull, and therefore is not listed here. And
for all the class gifts that appear in the getaway or get your
tickets section of the booklet rather than here.
TIME AND TALENT ( a la Mater Amoris Parents) #300 Relax, Have a Cupcake
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $300
BUY IT NOW: $400
Katherine Kallinis and Sophie LaMontagne, stars of the reality show DC
Cupcakes on TLC, are offering a behind the scenes tour of their Georgetown
bakery for you and two friends! Learn decorating tips and practice on your
own dozen to take home. Each month over the next year, they’ll deliver a
dozen cupcakes to the winning bidder. T-shirt, mug and cupcake charm also
compliments of the sisters. The third season of their show will begin airing
late summer. Watch for it!
Donated by Georgetown Cupcakes
(Courtesy of the Eustace Family)
#301 History in the Making
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $200
BUY IT NOW: $400
State Senator Richard Madaleno, Jr (Democrat, District 18, Montgomery
County) is offering a behind the scenes tour of the Maryland State House in
Annapolis, which once housed the Continental Congress and for a time served
as our nation’s capitol. After guiding up to 8 children with their parent
chaperone(s) through this historic building and the Senate offices, he is happy
to join the group for lunch and answer any questions. The tour can be
arranged for a mutually agreeable date when the legislature is not in session.
Donated by Senator Richard Madaleno, Jr.
(Courtesy of the Weitzman Family)
#302 Behind the Scenes at NASA
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $200
BUY IT NOW: $400
This tour offers up to seven visitors an insider’s view of the NASA Goddard
Space Flight Center with Bill Hayden (Ben’s dad). Visit the giant centrifuge
that simulates the forces at rocket launch; the largest clean room in the world,
where the Webb Space Telescope is being assembled; & the giant thermalvacuum chamber that simulates outer space, & other out-of-this-world sights.
Donated by the Hayden Family
#303 Sports Junky?
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $50
BUY IT NOW: $250
The Sports Junkies, a sports radio talk show with a ribald sense of humor, airs
weekdays from 5 AM - 10 AM on DC 106.7 the Fan and 105.7 in Baltimore.
John Auville (Cakes) is offering to let you join him and the other Junkies for
an hour of the broadcast on a mutually agreeable date. Mature audiences only.
Donated by the Auville Family
#304 Starry Starry Night
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $100
BUY IT NOW: $350
Scott Wilson, amateur astronomer, and past President of a local astronomy
club has built telescopes, ground mirrors and organized public observing
events. He’ll come to your backyard, or meet you in the country on a clear,
moonless night to teach you to recognize constellations and find famous
astronomical objects. He’ll show you our Milky Way galaxy, nebulous gas
clouds, other galaxies, and cool double stars. Through September, Saturn and
its rings are visible, and after September, we can see Jupiter and its moons.
Mars is visible until year end. Scott will provide telescopes and binoculars and
if you have such equipment gathering dust, he can show you how to use it.
This tour of the night sky is for up to 10 people!
Donated by the Wilson Family
#305 Never Again
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $ 50
BUY IT NOW: $200
Kristine Brecht, grandmother to Trinity and Marissa, is a former high school
teacher and college professor whose expertise includes the German language
and the Holocaust. She is offering a guided tour of the US Holocaust Museum
best suited for young people over 13 or adults. The importance of this period
in history, and how it came to pass, are made clear through Ms. Brecht’s
knowledge. For a detailed description of the exhibits and topics covered
please visit this item at the library.
Donated by Kristine Brecht
(courtesy of the Kleckner Family)
#306 Tea for 2 + 2 + 2 + 2
Value: Priceless
Cost: $25
Sorry you weren’t invited to the Royal Wedding? Julie Phillips’ home is the
perfect setting for a garden tea party. Up to 8 ladies may join her next Friday,
May 20th, from Noon to 2:30 and enjoy multiple courses of savory snacks, tea
sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, and other sweet treats. . . in addition
to the delightful company of each other.
Donated by the Phillips Family
#307 Christmas in May
BUY IT NOW $200
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid:
$50
Anne Sellers, who’s home is conveniently located near The Mall in Columbia,
will host your child(ren) for a full-day play date with Zaahra, Mahdi and Mira
while you Holiday shop. Good November or December 2011.
Donated by the Hotait Family
#308 Picture in Picture
BUY IT NOW $200
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid:
$30
Jessica Hayes, long time babysitter of Luke and Olivia, has artistically created
a lovely picture frame, itself made-up of pictures. Use the flash-drive included
to provide 100 pictures of your family and she will convert them to black and
white to create your own personalized montage frame that will hold an 8X10
photograph. Stop by the auction to view a sample.
Donated by Jessica Hayes (Courtesy of the Yeatman Family)
#309 Be Mused
Value: Priceless
Cost: $75
Up to 8 people can work with a local artist at her studio in Frederick to create
an “Image Transfer Collage.” This personal piece of art is built around a
photograph or other image of your choosing. For a sample finished product,
and the date of the workshop, please visit the auction. Attendees will plan to
enjoy food and fellowship on the occasion, as well.
Donated by The Muse (Courtesy of the Yeatman Family)
#310 Light up Your Life
Value: $200
Min. Bid: $80
Use this $200 gift certificate from David Williams Electric toward any
electrical service. There is no expiration date.
Donated by David Williams Electric Co, Inc
“Dave and his guys are knowledgeable, professional, courteous
and do great work. We never use anyone else” -- The Linds
#311 Living Portrait & Essence Photography
Value: $700
Min. Bid: $200
Still photos are powerful, meaningful and irreplaceable. But they are only
two-dimensional and silent. Now you can have your moment and your
moving story, too. movingStories specializes in filming and crafting a live
studio interview into a Living Video Portrait. You and your child sit with
Michelle Belfie (Bronson’s Mom) for a fun and insightful video interview.
Your deliverables will include a Spotlight DVD Movie, an Internet Movie
Short and essence photography prints. To see Bronson’s 8 year old video
portrait visit www.movingStories.biz.
#312 Life Story Movie
Value: $1,000 Min. Bid: $500
This heirloom item is essentially a documentary of the life of someone you
love, capturing moments you don’t want to forget. Suggested themes are
Parenthood/Adoption Life Experiences in which you tell your child’s story
through personally recounted memories, in your own voice so they may hear it
directly from you, preserved for the future. A Celebration of Life video for
someone about to reach a milestone birthday (40, 50, 75, older). Tell their
wonderful life story with video, photos, voice, music, art and memories. Or a
Living Wisdom video in which an older relative is invited during a skilled
interview to impart wisdom, family history and sentiments of love. Examples
of these videos will be available at the auction. The cost includes the sitting
for a live studio Interview and essence photographs, the creation of mixed
media impressions, and a full-length DVD Movie.
#313 Go Out on a Limb
Value: $530
Min. Bid: $180
Let Hometown Landscape & Lawn Service increase the safety of your home
and the beauty of your yard. With this $500 Tree Work Certificate, you can
take advantage of services such as pruning, removal (including stump
removal), cabling and bracing, crane work, and more. We’ve also thrown in a
gift certificate for a 3 - 4 ft cherokee brave dogwood tree that’ll need planting.
Donated by Hometown Landscape & Lawn Service
(Courtesy of the Polizos Family)
and Sun Nurseries
#314 Traditional Afghani Cooking Class
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $100
BUY IT NOW: $400
Did you enjoy the food at the Holiday Program last December? You and up to
5 friends can learn the art of traditional Afghani cooking from Najla Dildar, at
the Karzai’s home. Choose from a selection of dishes, learn about the spices
and methods that go into the preparation, cook and enjoy. You’ll bring home
the leftovers in addition to spice blends prepared by Najla so that you may
prepare meals for your family as often as you like.
Donated by the Karzai Family
#315 Table for Six
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $100
BUY IT NOW: $400
Sonal Bhatt is offering to prepare up to 4 traditional Indian dishes to serve 6
people and deliver it to you for your family or a dinner party. Available for a
mutually agreeable date Sep - May (Sonal spends summers in India).
Donated by the Bhatt Family
#318 Home-Made Cheesecake
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $25
BUY IT NOW: $60
Amy Whitney makes a delicious New York style Cheesecake and she’s willing
to prepare one especially for you and deliver it to you or a loved one. Serves
8-10. Available for a mutually agreeable date.
Donated by the Whitney Family
#319 Learn to Knit
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $ 75
BUY IT NOW: $200
Cheryl Lind is offering two private 2-hour knitting sessions in her home or
yours on mutually convenient dates. Skills learned will include knit, purl, cast
on and bind off, and how to read patterns. Included in the package are all
supplies needed to create a Fun Fur Scarf as well as a knitting reference book.
This finished sample, worked in soft silver yarn, is included for the winning
bidder to take home.
Donated by the Lind Family
#316A & 316B Helen’s Home Grown Herbs
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $20
BUY IT NOW: $50
All natural, home-grown, hand-picked dried herb mixtures from Matthew
Lind’s Grandma. Baskets include one jar each of five different mixtures:
Fish, Vegetables, Poultry, Beef & Pork, & General. Also included in the
basket is a mortar and pestle for grinding the herbs and a booklet with
suggestions for using each mixture.
Donated by the Lind Family
#320 Learn to Crochet
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $ 75
BUY IT NOW: $200
Cheryl Lind is offering two private 2-hour crochet sessions in her home or
yours on mutually convenient dates. Skills learned will include single crochet,
double crochet, and how to read patterns. Included in the package are all
supplies needed to create an elegant fabric-lined clutch purse as well as a
crochet reference book. This finished sample, worked in dark red, is included
for the winning bidder to take home. Note: the fabric lining requires sewing,
either by hand or machine.
Donated by the Llind Family
#317 Let Them Eat Cake
BUY IT NOW: $200
Gary Kleckner will bake and decorate a personalized cake for your
celebration. Let his creativity and talent be a focal point of your event. If
your unfamiliar with Gary’s masterpieces, see photos for his range of abilities.
#321 This One will Knock Your Socks Off
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $ 60
BUY IT NOW: $150
Kat O’Connor is offering to knit a family of socks for your family. Four pair
of custom knit socks, fitted to your measurements, in yarn of your choosing.
Stop by the auction to see examples of her craft and you’ll be sold.
Donated by the O’Connor Family
#322 Swaddled BUY IT NOW: $200
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $100
Laura Thomas, or GG to Willow Rickenbrode, has hand knit this baby blanket
in a magnificent turquoise yarn. Gift wrapped with a CD of lullabies, this
makes a stunning gift for any expectant or new mother. And we’ve thrown in
$50 worth of gift cards to Gymboree to complete the package.
Donated by Laura Thomas
(Courtesy of the Rickenbrode Family)
and gift cards courtesy of the Eustace Family
#323 Bejeweled
Value: $25-45 each Min. Bid: $20 each
You will be attracted to each and every one of these seven pairs of earrings
handcrafted by Lisa Milofsky-Pinard. The styles range from Southwestern to
whimsical to elegant. Gemstones include freshwater pearl, lemon jade, citrine,
onyx, lapis and turquoise.
Donated by the Pinard Family
#324 A Healing Harp
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $ 50
BUY IT NOW: $200
Anne Apynys is completing her training in therapeutic music. She is offering
up to one hour of harp playing for an ailing loved one. Alternatively she’ll
perform a variety of musical styles at a dinner party or other special event. If
you’d like to investigate her availability before bidding, please feel free to
contact her directly.
Donated by the Line Family
#325 A Jab Well Done
Value: $200
Min. Bid: $100
Five Element Acupuncture is a form of holistic medicine that attends to the
health of the physical body, and to the well-being of the mind and spirit.
Whether you are seeking relief from pain, anxiety, depression, migraines,
infertility, weight gain or something else, Kate Walshe can help identify the
underlying causes and begin to address them in a two hour diagnostic session
that includes one hour of treatment. A one hour follow-up treatment is also
included. Maximum results are usually achieved over ten sessions.
Donated by the Walshe Family
#326 Cure What Ails You
Value: $150
Min. Bid: $ 75
Wendi Evans specializes in manual physical therapy, craniosacral therapy and
energy medicine. If you suffer from chronic pain, back problems, arthritis,
sports injuries, fibromyalgia, headaches and more, you will benefit from this
90 minute therapeutic session.
Donated by Wendi Evans
(Courtesy of the Auville Family)
#327 It’s All Legal
Value: $3,000 Min. Bid: $500
William Paxton has worked at Mayer Brown and served as in-house counsel at
Informa. Currently at his own firm, he advises business leaders and litigates
disputes dealing with a wide range of business, legal and ethical issues. He is
offering a strategic legal review of your business to identify oportunities for
the compnay to strengthen its legal position, reduce its risk, and drive value.
The strategic legal review analyzes your business practices and strategic goals
to help ensure you are complying with the law and avoiding potential legal
problems before they occur. It may also uncover busines opportunities and
cost savings.
Donated by the Paxton Family
#328 A Will and A Way (Couples)
Value: $1,800 Min. Bid: $300
Suzanne Simpson, of Simpson Law, is making it easy for you to get your act
together. This estate plan for a married couple includes, for each person,
consultation and document preparation of:
Last Will and Testament,
Advanced Medical Directive, Appointment of Medical Agent, and Durable
Power of Attorney.
Donated by Simpson Law, PA
#329 A Will and A Way (Singles)
Value $900
Min. Bid: $200
Again, Suzanne Simpson, of Simpson Law, is making it easy for you to get
your act together. This estate plan for a single person includes consultation
and document preparation of: Last Will and Testament, Advanced Medical
Directive, Appointment of Medical Agent, and Durable Power of Attorney.
Donated by Simpson Law, PA
Please Mom! (Parties, Playdates, Camps and More. . .)
#401 Spend a Day the Indian Way
Value: Priceless Cost: $25
Sonal Bhatt and her nieces will hold a mini-camp on Saturday June 4, from
Noon to 4:00 pm for up to seven children. Your child will learn how to wrap a
Sari or boys will make and don a traditional Indian hat The children will make
Chapti (Indian bread), learn traditional Indian dances, and create traditional
Indian crafts to bring home with them. A traditional Indian lunch is included.
Ages 5 and up, please.
Donated by the Bhatt Family
#402 The Icing on the Cake
$100
BUY IT NOW $300
Gary Kleckner will lead a cake/cupcake decorating workshop for up to 6
children in his home or yours. The children will learn to work with icing bags
and decorating tips, and to use other edibles to create desired effects.
Sampling along the way. . . and finished products remain with the participants.
#403 Medieval Visit to the Walters Museum
BUY IT NOW $250
The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore has an outstanding collection of
Medieval art including armor and weaponry. Join Ben and his mom for a trip
to view the Medieval collection and for an art activity on a mutually agreeable
Saturday or Sunday. We’ll travel to Baltimore together, go through the
museum, do an art activity and have lunch. Good for up to 2 children.
#404 Take a Hike
$50
BUY IT NOW $200
Your children can hike the Cascade Falls and Gristmill trails of Patapsco State
park with the Morrison and Steffe families. Impressive sights, besides the
falls, include Bloedes Dam, the first fully submerged hydroelectric dam which
can be reached by crossing a suspension bridge. A picnic lunch is included
and you can enjoy at least 4 hours, uninterrupted, to do anything else you like.
Up to four children ages 6 and up.
Donated by the Morrison and Steffe Families
#405 Happy Campers
Value: Priceless
Cost: $50
The Morrison Family is orchestrating the 2nd annual group camping trip for
the Mater Amoris family on Saturday, September 10th (first week back to
school). They’ve reserved the 20 sites in Loop A at Little Bennet Campground
in Clarksburg, MD (only 30 minutes away). Check in 1 pm; check out 11 am.
The first 19 families to bid will enjoy time with friends and nature. . .
Throughout the day, Park Rangers will lead a hike and other events to opt in or
out of. In the evening bring your camp chairs to the Morrison’s site for a pot
luck dinner and a group campfire; they’ll provide the beverages, s’mores and
more. The bathroom facilities at this campground are clean and convenient.
Loop A has its own playground and ball fields. If you need gear, there are
some families willing to lend it. Or, it can be rented from the Campground at
an additional cost.
Donated by the Morrison Family
#406 Kids Love Nature Camp
Value: $300
Min. Bid: $150
Amy Bean is offering one week of summer camp from Aug 8- 13, 9 am - 3 pm
at Meadowside Nature Center. From catching fish or butterflies, to building
forts and fairy houses, to recording information in their own nature journals, to
researching areas of interest in field and guide books, the children’s
environmental literacy will blossom in this rich atmosphere. Appropriate for
children age 3 to 9.
Donated by Beyond the Walls
(Courtesy of the Cunninghame-Murray family)
Thank
you for your creativity,
caring and devotion. . . Ms. Shea, Ms. Meyers,
Ms. A-O, Ms. Bosmans, Ms. Perez,
Ms. Nellis, Ms. Brunetti, Ms. Heikkinen, Ms. Kelley,
Coach B., Ms. Kim, Ms. Salazar and Ms. Moore.
It truly doesn’t get any better than you all!
With smiles and hugs from Bronson, Pat and
Michelle.
#407 Bar None
Value: $365
Min. Bid: $150
Bar-T is offering one week of camp at their Mountainside location which
features 115 acres filled with hiking trails, wetlands, and an elaborate ropes
course. Activities include swimming, music & drama, nature, pottery, sports
& games, arts & crafts, high & low ropes courses and much more. Winning
bidder should register their child soon to ensure availability.
Donated by Bar-T
#408 Bar None Other
Value: $165
Min. Bid: $75
Bar-T is offering one week of kids camp at their convenient St. John’s school
location. Kid camp activities include swimming, music & drama, nature,
pottery, sports & games, arts & crafts, and field trips. Winning bidder should
register their child soon to ensure availability.
Donated by Bar-T
#409 Downward Puppy & More
Value: $200
Min. Bid: $80
Growing, curious and energetic. . . kids love yoga which provides them an
opportunity for play, exercise, and creativity that they can enjoy with their
friends. Schedule a yoga party for your child and up to 19 guests.
Donated by Lyat Sheintal
(Courtesy of the Versace Family)
#410 The All-American
Value: $100
Min. Bid: $50
BUY IT NOW $200
Any American Girl Doll would be ready for a sleepover in this travel bag
featuring 2 doll compartments. The hand-made set includes a sleeping bag, a
remarkable garment bag with four hangers, and a bean bag for lounging.
Donated by the Zaitseva Family
#411 Out to Lunch
Value: $20
Min. Bid: $10
BUY IT NOW $50
Send your child to school with this hand-made, forest green denim,
monogrammed lunchbox, featuring the Mater Amoris Logo. Pull vinyl
interior out for easy cleaning or machine wash. There is a shoulder strap, a
loop button closure with an outside pocket for school notes.
Donated by the Zaitseva Family
#412A & 412B Prismacolor Pride
BUY IT NOW $100
Kate Albus has done it again. This beautiful pencil roll hand quilted and
perfect for travel is filled with the basic Prismacolor rainbow and rarely seen
colors available only in packs of 72 or more. The oohs and aahs await.
Donated by the Yeatman Family
#413A & 413B Mommy & Me Jewelry
Value: $85 Min. Bid: $40
These coordinating sets of hand-crafted necklaces sized for a mother and child
would make a lovely gift, but you won’t be able to part with them. One set is
joyfully colorful and the other set features ivory colored elephants. A must see
at the auction.
Donated by the Gross Family
#414 A Classics Library
Value: $110
Min. Bid: $50
A collection of children’s books: Aesop’s Fables; Little Women; Anderson’s
Fairy Tales; Peter Pan; The Wizard of Oz; The Secret Garden; Alice in
Wonderland; English Fairy Tales; The Water Babies; Anne of Green Gable;
The Railway Children; The Little Prince; Kidnapped and Treasure Island.
#415 An Illustrated Collection
Value: $165
Min. Bid: $50
A collection of children’s books: Amelia Bedelia and the Cat; Ruth Law
Thrills a Nation; Grandpa Never Lies; Toasting Marshmallows; Carl’s
Summer Vacation; The Pink House at the Seashore; Something for Nothing;
The Lader; Henry David’s House and How the Tiny People Grew Tall.
#416 A Kindle
Value: $139
Min. Bid: $70
The Kindle Wi-Fi reader stores up to 3,500 books; allows the reader to shop
and download a book in less than 60 seconds; and provides instant dictionary
lookup. A much better option than a DS if you’ve got a gadget hungry Junior,
but you’ll probably want to keep this one for yourself.
Donated by the Mednik Family
Get Your Tickets
#500 Ravens v. Jets
BUY IT NOW: $600
Value: $400 Min. Bid: $200
Don’t miss miss the Ravens take on the Jets, Sunday night, October 2, 2011 at
8:30 pm. Two tickets, box level seats at approximately the 10 yard line.
Donated by the Ver Steeg Family
#501 Ravens v. Redskins (Pre-Season)
Value: $120
Min. Bid: $60
Thursday August 25, 2011 at 8:00 PM. Section 512 Row 15 Seats 5 & 6.
Donated by Weitzman Family
#502 Ravens v. Chiefs (Pre-Season) and
Ravens v. Cardinals Regular Season
Value: $240
Min. Bid: $100
Pre-season play, Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 8:00 pm. Regular season game
on Sunday, October 30, 2011 at 1:00 pm. Section 512 Row 15 Seats 5 & 6.
Donated by Weitzman Family
#503 Orioles Baseball
BUY IT NOW: $300
Value: $144
Min. Bid: $75
Maryland Delegate Samuel “Sandy” Rosenberg has donated 3 tickets to a
Baltimore Orioles game. The seats are GREAT, right behind home plate.
We’ll work with the Delegate’s staff to identify a mutually agreeable game.
Donated by Delegate Sandy Rosenberg
#504 Bowie Baysox
Value: $18
Min. Bid: $9
Two general admission tickets to see a Baysox home game Sunday through
Thursday in June or July 2011.
Donated by The Bowie Baysox
#505 Potomac Nationals
Value: $32
Min. Bid: $16
Four complimentary passes to any home game before September 5, 2011
except for July 4th or the playoffs.
Donated by the Potomac Nationals
#506 And They’re Off!
Value: $120
Min. Bid: $60
Celebrate Maryland’s rich horse racing heritage. This “Day at the Races”
package enables you and 10 of your family or friends to enjoy watching the
ponies at Laurel Park or Pimlico. Package includes extras such as reserved
seating, free parking, having a race named in your honor, and a presentation in
the Winner’s circle. Package does not include meals and is not available for
Preakness Week or Maryland Million Day.
Donated by the Maryland Jockey Club
#507 Mystery Theater
Value: $50
Min. Bid: $25
Use this certificate for one free admission to a Friday night Mystery Dinner
performance including the cost of the show, buffet and tax. Alternatively, you
could use it to take $50 off your bill at the Blair mansion Restaurant.
Donated by the Blair Mansion Restaurant
#508 AFI Silver Theatre
Value: $44
Min. Bid: $22
These 4 complimentary tickets are good for any showing at the American Film
Institute’s Silver Theatre and Cultural Center in downtown Silver Spring.
Donated by AFI
#509 Folger Theatre
Value: $94
Min. Bid: $40
Enjoy the Folger Theatre’s first production of the 2011-2012 season:
Shakespeare’s Othello. October 11 - November 20, 2011.
Donated by the Folger Shakespeare Library
#510 The BSO, Beatles or Blockbusters
Value: $75
Min. Bid: $35
These two complimentary tickets will allow you to attend your choice of either
the Classical Myster Tour, a Beatles retrospective, on Friday July 15 at 7:30
pm or The Music of John Williams, featuring familiar themes from
blockbuster movies such as Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Superman, Jurassic Park
and more, on Friday July 22, 2011 at 7:30 PM.
Donated by The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
#511 Strathmore
Value: $100
Min. Bid: $50
These two complimentary tickets will allow you access to any performance
through May 13, 2012.
Donated by The Strathmore Hall Foundation
#512 The Great Gatsby
Value: $260
Min. Bid: $130
Enjoy 2 premium orchestra seats (G105 and 106) at the Kennedy Center
Eisenhower Theater for The Washington Ballet’s performance of The Great
Gatsby on Saturday, November 5, 2011 at 8:00 pm.
Donated by The Peller Family
#513 The Nutcracker, 50th Anniversary Celebration
Value: $100
Min. Bid: $50
Enjoy 2 tickets to The Washington Ballet’s performance of the Nutcracker, at
the Warner Theatre, Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 7:00 pm. Specific seating
has not yet been allocated to season ticket holders, but is forthcoming.
Donated by The Peller Family
#514 The Olney Theatre Center
Value: $125
Min. Bid: $60
Enjoy 2 tickets to Witness for the Prosecution, September 28 through October
12, 2011. And we’ve thrown in a $20 gift certificate to the Olney Ale House.
Donated by The Olney Theatre Center
and the Olney Ale House
#515 The American Visionary Arts Museum
Value: $70
Min. Bid: $35
Four complimentary passes to the American Visionary Arts Museum and their
current exhibition catalog.
Donated by The American Visionary Arts Museum
#516 I Spy a Family Outing
Value: $100
Min. Bid: $40
Included with these four complimentary passes to the International Spy
Museum in Washington, DC and a 20% off coupon for the gift shop.
Donated by The International Spy Museum
#517 FIRE!
Value: $55
Min. Bid: $25
Use this one-day family pass to explore an 1871 fire house, send a fire alarm
signal, and climb on a 1938 pumping engine, all at the Fire Museum of MD.
Time you visit for the holidays and also enjoy the Train Garden.
Donated by The Fire Museum of Maryland
#518 The Zoo’s the Place for You
Value $99 Min. Bid: $40
This complimentary family membership to the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
grants your family one year of free unlimited admission to the Zoo, plus
complimentary or discounted admissions to over 140 other zoos across the
country.
Donated by The Maryland Zoo
#519 The Zoo’s the Place for You 2
Enjoy two complimentary passes to the nearby Catoctin Zoo.
Donated by The Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo
#520 This One’s for the Birds
Four complimentary passes to the Washington, DC Hillwood Estate and
Museum created by legendary Heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post. Included
also is a one year family membership to the Audobon Naturalist Society with a
sanctuary in Chevy Chase.
Donated by the Hillwood Estate and Museum
and the Audobon Naturalist Society
#521 A Little Fishy
Take advantage of the National Aquarium in Downtown Baltimore with these
4 complimentary tickets.
Donated by M&T Bank
(Courtesy of the Lind Family)
#522 And on this Farm. . .
Free admission for 4 to the 10 acre corn maze and free family pumpkin. Valid
September 24 - November 6, 2011
Donated by Sharp’s at Waterford Farm
#523 The Blue and The Grey
The renovated visitor center at Gettysburg National Military Park is offering 4
tickets to its Cyclorama and Museum. Only an hour away, there’s no excuse
not to take advantage of this amazing historical experience. You can tour the
battlefield on foot or bicycle, free of charge, but you’ll want to use these 2
complimentary passes to enjoy a two hour horse back riding tour of the
battlefields, as well. (Horseback tours for additional riders can be purchased).
Donated by the Gettysburg Foundation
and Artillery Ridge Campground
#524 The Turning Point
Two general admission tickets to the annual Civil War Re-enactment of
Gettysburg on July 1, 2 and 3, 2011. If you choose you may upgrade to
bleacher seats or add tickets, but make those arrangements soon.
Donated by the Gettysburg Anniversary Committee
#525 A Philadelphia Story
Enjoy 4 tickets to the Philadelphia Museum of Art and a family pass to the
National Liberty Museum in the heart of historic Philadelphia. Also included
are 2 complimentary passes to the Please Touch Children’s museum of
Philadelphia.
Donated by the Philadelphia Museum of Art,
the National Liberty Museum, and the Please Touch Museum
#526 Winterthur
Enjoy 2 general admission passes for the Winterthur Gardens, Galleries,
Enchanted Woods, and House Tour, all located in Winterthur, DE.
Donated by Winterthur
#527 Nearby Colonial Virginia
Value $95
Min. Bid: $45
Enjoy 4 tickets to Mount Vernon and a one year family membership to the
nearby Claude Moore Colonial Farm.
Donated by The Claude Moore Colonial Farm
and Mount Vernon
#528 Luray, VA
Two tickets to Luray Caverns and a Day Canoe Trip with Shenandoah River
Outfitters make for two great day trips or an overnight.
Donated by Luray Caverns and Shenandoah River Outfitters,
INc.
#529 Natural Bridge, VA
Value: $100
Min. Bid: $50
Four tickets to the Natural Bridge of Virginia, the Monacan Indian Village, the
Drama of Creation, the Caverns and the Wax Museum all located in Natural
Bridge, VA.
Donated by Natural Bridge of Virginia
#530 American Frontier Culture
Value: $50
Min. Bid: $25
Four tickets to the Museum of American Frontier Culture, an outdoor, living
history museum in Staunton, VA. Includes museum guidebook.
Donated by The Museum of American Frontier Culture
#531 This Will Get You Laughing
Value: $60
Min. Bid: $30
Four free tickets to Laugh Riot at the Hyatt in Bethesda, MD (Show takes
place every Saturday Night). Two free tickets to Taglines Comedy in
Columbia, MD (Show takes place every last Tuesday of the month at Second
Chance Saloon). Two free tickets to Taglines Comedy in Eldersbeurg, MD
(Show takes place every last Thursday of the month at Cobblestone Tavern).
Donated by the Shader Family
#532 Medieval Times
Value: $150
Min. Bid: $100
Inside the stone walls of an 11th century-style castle, Medieval Spain comes to
life as six knights, donning authentic armor, clash in a jousting tournament for
the title of King’s Champion. Use this $150 gift certificate to enjoy a four
course meal, including a turkey leg, while you watch the spectacular show.
Donated by The Families in Mrs. Brunetti’s Class
#533 The Maryland Renaissance Festival
Value: $112
Min. Bid: $60
Four 2-day passes to the Maryland Renaissance Festival are sure to delight as
the entertainment abounds. Passes need not be used consecutive days. The
fair runs weekends Aug 28 - Oct 24, 2011.
Donated by The Picciotti Family
Golf, Ski and Lessons Galore
#600Golf with a Pro
Value: Priceless
Min. Bid: $400
Up to two golf fans can enjoy 18 holes (with optional on-the-course
instruction) at the exclusive TPC Avenel Golf Course in Potomac with 6-time
PGA Champions Tour winner Jim Albus, May through September at a
mutually agreed upon time. We’ve also thrown in this golfing goody bag!
Donated by Jim Albus
#601Fix that Slice
Value: $150
Min. Bid: $75
This is a great deal for anyone who wants to learn the basics of golf or
improve one’s game. Take advantage of three 30-minute lessons from the head
golf professional at Norbeck Country Club.
Donated by the Ryan Family
#602 Montgomery Country Club Foursome
Value: $160
Min. Bid: $80
This gift certificate entitles up to four people to be Montgomery Country Club
Members for a Day, including green fees. Must pay member rate ($20) for a
cart. Valid Monday - Friday.
Donated by Montgomery Country Club
#603 Planning a Visit to Wintergreen?
Value: $200
Min. Bid: $85
These four complimentary mid-week recreation coupons from Wintergreen
Resort can be used for greens fees, lift tickets, Lake Monocan boat rental,
bungee jumping and more.
Donated by Wintergreen Resort
#604 Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
Value: $165
Min. Bid: $75
Childhood is a great time to learn to ski, and Ski Liberty Resort and
Conference Center is making it “easy on the wallet.” This package
includes two Learn to Ski or Snowboard packages (lift ticket,
complete rental, and a 90-minute group lesson are included).
Package, valid for ages 8 and up, is valid Sunday through Friday, non
holiday, or any evening from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. during the 2010-2011
season.
Donated by Liberty Ski Resort
#605 Tennis Anyone?
Value: $240
Min. Bid: $100
The Aspen Hill Club is offering a one month couples membership valid
through August 31, 2011. Beth Konzmann, a trainer at the club, is sweetening
the deal with 4 personal training sessions (1 per week) to be scheduled at a
mutually agreeable time (that does not conflict with current clients).
Donated by the Aspen Hill Club
and The Konzmann Family
#606 Get Fit
Value: $230
Min. Bid: $100
Vic Selvaggi, recently named Howard County’s Trainer of the Year, is offering
4 sessions of personal training in your home (he will bring all necessary
equipment), or at the Colosseum Gym in Columbia.
Donated by Vic Selvaggi
(Courtesy of the Weitzman Family)
#607 Kick, Punch, Sweat
Value: $69
Min. Bid: $30
Designed and tested by nine time welterweight champion Matt Hughes, Cage
Fitness is a full body, muscle toning workout that lasts only 30 minutes. This
gift certificate entitles you to one month free. Classes are offered everyday,
multiple times per day. (New students only).
Donated by Kang’s Black Belt Academy
#608 Downward Dog and More
Value: $120
Min. Bid: $50
Blueberry Gardens, located a few minutes from our school, offers yoga
instruction in a wonderful octagonal room (you can see it from Rt. 108).
Certificate entitles new students to 10 free yoga classes during 2011.
Donated by Blueberry Gardens
#609 Hold Your Pose
Value: $60
Min. Bid: $30
Lyat Sheintal is offering a one hour personalized private yoga session for up to
three people.
Donated by Lyat Sheintal
(Courtesy of Apple Chapman)
#610A & 610B & 610C Kang’s Black Belt
Value: $125 - $145 Min. Bid: $60-$70
Kang’s Black Belt Academy in Sandy Spring is offering new students one
month of free Karate lessons in the Lil’ Dragons or Kid Tigers Programs, or
one month of Tae Kwon Do.
Donated by Kang’s Black Belt Academy
#616 Irish Dance
Value: $75
Min. Bid: $35
The Hurley School of Irish Dance in Laytonsville is offering a $75 gift
certificate which can be used for the summer beginner workshop held June
20th through June 24th (Mon - Fri) 4:30 - 5:30 or toward tuition to any class
of your choice.
Donated by The Hurley School of Dance
#611 Chung’s Martial Arts
Value: $622
Min. Bid: $120
Chung’s Martial Arts Center is offering new students 8 weeks of free Karate
lessons, with a uniform.
Donated by Chung’s Martial Arts Center
#617A & 617B Royal Arts Academy of Olney
Value: $30
Min. Bid: $15
The Royal Arts Academy of Olney is offering $30 gift certificates that may be
used toward classes or camps. The academy offers music lessons (including
voice and instruments), drama lessons and art lessons. (Art instructor Brandon
Vernon, who teaches Crae and Ian, donated the ocelot drawing in Section 200.)
Donated by Royal Arts Academy of Olney
#612 The Black Belt Institute
Value: $300
Min. Bid: $150
The Black Belt Institute in Glenelg, MD is offering a four week trial
membership, and a free uniform. Plus a free Martial Arts themed birthday
party at their school.
Donated by The Black Belt Institute
#613 The Little Gym
Value: $115
Min. Bid: $50
Your chid is sure to love this t-shirt and water bottle, which has the added
benefit of making getting to the Little Gym that much easier. Use this $100
gift certificate to enroll in a class of your choice or toward a birthday party.
Donated by The Little Gym of Olney
#614 Pomeroy Gymnastics
Value: $100
Min. Bid: $50
Use these 2 $50 gift certificates from Pomeroy’s gymnastics to enroll your
child in camp or class, or toward a birthday party, valid through June 31,
2012.
Donated by Pomeroy Gymnastics
#615 Hill’s Gymnastics
Value: $50
Min. Bid: $20
Use a $50 gift certificate from Hill’s gymnastics to enroll your child in camp
or class, valid through August 31, 2011 only.
Donated by
Hill’s Gymnastics Training Center
#618Have an Art Attack
Value: $100
Min. Bid: $50
CREATE Arts Center offers a variety of camps, classes, and parties to foster
the creativity that dwells in every child. This $100 gift certificate will help
your child explore art in a supportive setting. Parks & Recreation classes
excluded.
Donated by CREATE Arts Center
#619Sew and Sew
Value: $40
Min. Bid: $20
So Original Yarn Studio in Olney is offering a gift certificate to take a class
and purchase up to $20 worth of yarn or other supplies.
Donated by So Original Yarn Studio
Everybody Eats
#700Marrakesh (DC)
Value: $310
Min. Bid: $150
Up to 10 people will enjoy a seven course meal during the belly dance show at
Marrakesh. Beverages, taxes and service excluded.
Donated by Marrakesh
#701Woodmont Grill (Bethesda)
Value: $200
Min. Bid: $75
Use this $150 gift certificate to dine at the Woodmont Grill in Bethesda. Hard
to get away? Babysitting is included. You can drop your child(ren) at the
Morrisons or Kimberly will come to you on a mutually agreeable evening.
Donated by the Eustace Family and the Morrison Family
#702Fogo de Chao (DC or Baltimore)
Value: $100
Min. Bid: $50
Actually you can use this $100 gift card at any location throughout the US.
Stop by the Silent Auction for a full listing. Wherever you are, it’s heaven at
this Brazilian Churrascaria.
Donated by Fogo de Chao
#706Local Diners
Value: $120
Min. Bid: $60
Can’t take the heat? Stay out of the kitchen. Eat out this summer. Package
includes: $50 in gift cards to Mama Lucia; a $25 gift certificate to the Olney
Grille, a $25 gift card to Cheeburger Cheeburger, and $20 gift Certificate to El
Anderiego.
Donated by Mama Lucia, the Olney Grille,
Cheeburger Cheeburger and El Anderiego
#707Local Diners II
Value: $125
Min. Bid: $65
Can’t take the heat? Stay out of the kitchen. Eat out this summer. Package
includes: $40 in gift certificates to Sakura; $40 in Yee Ha certificates to
California Tortilla; a $25 gift certificate to Ricciuti’s; and a $20 gift certificate
to Dempsey’s Diner.
Donated by Sakura, California Tortilla, Ricciuti’s, and
Dempsey’s Diner
#708Soul Food
Value: $100
Min. Bid: $50
One large pan of lasagna (meat or marinara) from Sole D’ Italia. Will feed 20.
Donated by Sole D’Italia
#703Ranazul (Maple Lawn)
Value: $90
Min. Bid: $45
Use this $50 gift certificate to Ranazul, and you won’t have to pay a babysitter
either. Just drop your child(ren) at the Lind’s on your way. Expires 10/31/11.
Donated by Ranazul and the Lind Family
#709Fruit of the Month Club
Value: $75
Min. Bid: $40
These certificates for strawberries, black raspberries, blueberries, thornless
blackberries, peaches and apples will keep you picking at Larriland Farm.
Donated by Larriland Farm
#704Sushi Damo (Rockville)
Value: $75
Min. Bid: $35
Use this $75 gift certificate to Sushi Damo, owned by the Chong Family, and
enjoy a lovely evening in Rockville Town Center.
Donated by Sushi Damo
#710 We’re Jammin’
Value: $50
Min. Bid: $25
Butler’s is offering 10 lbs. of blueberries, you just have to pick ‘em. We’ve
thrown in canning jars and a no hassle jam recipe, so nothing goes to waste.
Donated by Butler’s Orchards
#705The Looney Bin
Value: $40
Min. Bid: $25
Use this $25 gift certificate to Looney’s, and enjoy the hat, t-shirt and
Guinness pint glass included .
Donated by Looney’s
#711Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard
Value: $50
Min. Bid: $25
You and nine guests are invited to a free tasting at Sugarloaf Mountain
Vineyard. A tour of the fermentation and barrel rooms is also included.
Donated by Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard
#712Bread and Butter
Value: $54
Min. Bid: $25
Panera Bread wants you to enjoy their bread all year long. Stop into their new
Olney location for a free loaf of fresh bread every month through June 2012.
Donated by Panera Bread
#713The Meat Locker
Value: $350
Min. Bid: $120
Use this 5 cubic foot freezer to house fresh local meat from Boarman’s
Market. Visit the auction for details on the quantities and cuts of meat.
Donated by Graeve’s Auto and Appliance
and Boarman’s Market
#714It’s all Greek to Me
Value: $200
Min. Bid: $75
Vroula Galankos has prepared a Big Fat Greek Basket filled with Greek wines,
oils, olives, chocolates and more. Included are gift certificates to her Deli, Tshirts and a must-have Greek cookbook.
Donated by Marathon Deli
(Courtesy of the Galankos Family)
#715 Japanese Sake
Value: $80
Min. Bid: $40
Karyl Chong has specially chosen for you, these four quality bottles of Sake, a
Japanese wine brewed from rice.
Donated by Sushi Damo
(Courtesy of the Chong Family)
#716An Equal Exchange Kitchen Set
Value: $80
Min. Bid: $45
This basket includes a tin of spicy hot cocoa, a tin of baking cocoa, 3
chocolate bars, a recycled paper hot mat, a casserole cover and a tablecloth.
Donated by the Shepherd Family
#717Dreaming of Dinner?
Value: $180
Min. Bid: $75
Silver Spring Dream Dinners is offering a Make and Take Dinner Party for
you and up to 7 friends. They shop, prepare and clean up -- all you and your
friends will need to do is assemble the meals, and bring home this chicken
entree for 6 to your family.
Donated by Silver Spring Dream Dinners
Primp, Pamper & Take Your Picture
#800 Be Good To Yourself
Value: $200
Min. Bid: $80
Clarksville’s new Still Point Wellness Spa is offering a $100 gift certificate
toward any service. Combine this with the $100 gift certificate for drop-in
babysitting services just around the corner at Kid’s Time Out and you’ll be
relaxed and rejuvenated in no time!
Donated by The Still Point Wellness Spa
(Courtesy of The Chapin Family -- Owners)
and Kid’s Time Out
#801 You Need(le) This
Value: $145
Min. Bid: $70
This gift certificate is good for one New Client Intake Session with Tori Paide.
Donated by The Still Point Wellness Spa
(Courtesy of The Chapin Family -- Owners)
#802 Serenity Zone Med Spa
Value: $88
Min. Bid: $40
This gift certificate entitles you to a Serenity Facial and Visia skin analysis.
Donated by Serenity Zone Med Spa
#803 Good For The Sole
Value: $50
Min. Bid: $25
You deserve this $50 gift card for a 30 minute Foot Soul at the Pearl. Donated by The Pearl
#804 A Knee-Jerk Reaction
Value: $30
Min. Bid: $15
Enjoy this 30 minute session of reflexology massage.
Donated by Biago Salon and Spa
#805 Shop Around
Value: $50
Min. Bid: $25
Find just what you’re looking for at Catch Can ($25 gift certificate) and As
Kindred Spirits ($25).
Donated by Catch Can and As Kindred Spirits
#806 Mirror Mirror
Value: $100
Min. Bid: $40
Use this gift certificate for a free cut and style with Julie at Mason and Friends
Salon and Spa. You’ll like what you see in this funky mirror handcrafted by
local artist Claudia McElvaney.
Donated by Mason and Friends Salon and Spa and The Muse
“Julie is very talented. I change my hair style often and even
though I describe in vague terms what I’m looking for she
always gets it right!” -- Cheryl Lind
#807 Hair Today, Better Hair Tomorrow!
Value: $300
Min. Bid: $80
Poof it, straighten it, shine it. Everything you need to keep your hair looking
good. Basket includes: professional-grade flat iron; salon quality brush;
cosmetic bag; and numerous name-brand product. . .
Donated by Michele Wagner, Hair Stylist
#808 Fair Trade Jewelry Set
Value: $45
Min. Bid: $20
This basket includes a necklace made from variegated red beads, a glass swirl
pendant, and tear drop bead earrings.
Donated by The Shepherd Family
#809 Fair Trade Writing Set
Value: $40
Min. Bid: $20
This basket includes Batik Notecards, a Leaf-covered notebook and three
chocolate bars for inspiration.
Donated by The Shepherd Family
#810Family Photos
Value: $375
Min. Bid: $100
You won’t believe how photogenic you could be when working with Freed.
Use this gift certificate for a free sitting and one 8 X10 print.
Donated by Freed Photography
#811Picture Perfect
Value: $360
Min. Bid: $90
Use this gift certificate for a complimentary studio portrait session at Brooks
Glogau and you’re sure to be thrilled with the results.
Donated by Brooks Glogau Studio
Thank You to Ms. Shea and the Mater Amoris Faculty and Staff for their Support! Each year
their time and effort, working with the children on classroom projects, and spending time with
them over the summer months, produces a significant percentage of our silent auction
proceeds. We truly appreciate you!

Mrs. Anne Alexander-Ozinskas
Mrs. Joan Bosmans
Ms. Kristina Boarman
Mrs. Elizabeth Brunetti
Mrs. Barbara Heikkinen
Mrs. Delilah Kelley
Ms. Youjin Kim
Mrs. Shannon Meyers
Mrs. Kathy Moore
Mrs. Nancy Nellis
Mrs. Marcia Perez
Ms. Patricia Salazar
NOTE: To parents who have not experienced the past Classroom Keepsake Live Auctions. We wanted to provide
you with some data to help you make your Blind Auction bids.
•Since 2005 the classroom keepsakes have raised more than $30,000 for the school,
thanks to the hard work of the staff and the children, and the generosity of our families.
•The record high-price for a keepsake is tied at $3,000.
•The least expensive keepsake auctioned went for $300.
•The 6 year average price for a keepsake is $951 and the median price is $775.
•With the state of the economy, however, the last 3 years have seen lower bidding than the previous
3 years.
Automatic Bidding Form
(Please complete legibly)
Blind Auction Bidding Form
(Please complete legibly)
Name ________________________________
Name ________________________________
Telephone # ___________________________
Telephone # ___________________________
Email Address __________________________
Email Address __________________________
Guest Of (if applicable): ___________________
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Are you leaving a form of payment with your host?
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_____________________________________
_____________________________________
Item # ________________
Classroom Teacher ________________
Maximum Bid $_______________
Highest-Price Bid $_______________
Incremental Bid Amount $____________
(Must be > or = amount specified on bid sheet)
Signature _______________________________
Signature ______________________________
(If your bid is designated the top bid, it constitutes a legal
contract and you must purchase the item)
(If your bid is designated the top bid, it constitutes a legal
contract and you must purchase the item)

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