LIVE Dreams - Martha`s Vineyard Community Services

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#1 Bad Martha, Good Dream: Imagine cooling off with a beer named for you! Bad Martha is going to make that
Dream come true for one lucky winner and will name a beer for you or a person of your choice while it’s available at the
brewery. They will also give you free pints of your named beer whenever you visit the brewery. And, tonight, take home
a Bad Martha Chappy Wrap to snuggle up with in bed, on the couch, or as a beach blanket.
Donors: Peter and Caitlin Rosbeck and Jonathan and Jennifer Blum of Bad Martha
Restrictions: Valid for the 2016 season and while supplies last. Recipient must be 21 years of age or older.
#2 The Best of Both Worlds: Imagine yourself witnessing a murder and hiding out in a summer cottage while the killer
stalks you. The next day, you’re falling passionately in love as you picnic at Menemsha Beach and watch the sunset. Island
authors Cynthia Riggs and Lisa Belcastro have teamed up to immortalize one lucky winner in two Island-based novels.
Cynthia will write you into her latest murder mystery, Trumpets of Death. You could be the victim, the hero or heroine,
a witness, or the villain, but you won’t know who you are until the novel is written. Hopefully, the suspense doesn’t kill
you! You’ll also come to life in Lisa Belcastro’s latest romance, Once More for Love, the third book in her Possible Dreams
trilogy. Who knows, you could be walking down the aisle or plotting to break up the happy couple. In addition, the
winning bidder for this Dream is invited to spend a weekend with a guest at Cynthia’s Cleaveland House Bed & Breakfast,
complete with the much-coveted key to the private Quansoo Beach.
Donors: Lisa Belcastro, Cynthia Riggs, Cleaveland House Bed and Breakfast
Restrictions: Winner does not decide who or what role he or she will have in the novel. Cleaveland House Bed &
Breakfast stay to be arranged for a mutually agreeable date.
#3 Capital Dreaming: Win tickets for four to watch a Washington Capitals’ home game from the owner’s box while
Kendall.. After the game,
enjoying cocktails and dinner with the team’s ownership group courtesy of Jack Davies and Kay Kendall
luxuriate in your room at The Westin Georgetown courtesy of Stuart and Beverly Halpert. You never know who you’ll see
as you enjoy brunch for four at the iconic Martin’s Tavern in Georgetown before enjoying two complimentary tickets to
the one-of-a-kind Newseum. Tonight, take home an autographed Alexander Ovechkin jersey.
Donors: Jack Davies and Kay Kendall, Stuart and Beverly Halpert, Martin’s Tavern, Newseum
Restrictions: For up to four on a mutually agreeable date during the regular 2016-2017 season (excludes
playoffs). Includes certificate to be redeemed for two general admission tickets to the Newseum. Tickets must
be used on date of certificate redemption and cannot be exchanged for cash. Travel to Washington, DC is not
included.
#4 Cuttyhunk Adventure with Elizabeth Whelan: Climb aboard Conjuror with Captain Steve May who will
transport the winning bidder, a guest, and portrait artist Elizabeth Whelan to the Island of Cuttyhunk where
Elizabeth will sketch and photograph the winning bidder for a 28”x22” oil painting. Enjoy a tour of the Island and a
delectable picnic prepared by Auction Chair, Liza May. Upon return to Vineyard Island Marina, Liza will serve cocktails
and hors d’oeuvres on the boat.
Donors: Elizabeth Whelan and Steve and Liza May
Restrictions: Portrait will be 28” x 22” or equivalent, single subject. Reference photography to take place on
MV during 2016. Painting will take 2-6 months to complete. Delivery to MV is free. For winning bidder and a
guest on a mutually agreeable date in 2016.
#5 All Things Blue For Two: A blue adventure awaits on Chappy! You and a guest will be picked up at Chappy Point in
a Teal Blue 1955 Pontiac Starchief Convertible and driven to the Chappy home of Linda and John Anderson. You’ll be
treated to a blueberry inspired brunch set to a bluesy soundtrack performed live by Charlotte Benjamin. After brunch,
you’ll be given the opportunity to pick your own bucket of blueberries. And, your Dream doesn’t end there. Before
or after your Blue Adventure, settle in for a two-night stay at the luxurious Captain’s Cottages at the historic Harbor
View Hotel in Edgartown, and settle down with a couple’s massage in your room from Eclipse Massage. After you are
thoroughly relaxed, take in the view of Edgartown Lighthouse from the blue rocking chairs on the sprawling Harbor View
porch, before enjoying a dinner at The Lighthouse Grill with a $100 gift card. Tonight, take home the blueberry bucket
with blueberry jam and other treats, a 24”x36” aluminum metal print of an aerial photograph of Chappaquiddick by
well-known Chappy photographer Bill Brine, and a copy of the Harbor View Hotel’s coffee table book to learn about its
125-year history in Edgartown.
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Donors: John and Linda Anderson, Charlotte Benjamin, Bill Brine, Eclipse Massage, The Harbor View Hotel, and
The Lighthouse Grill
Restrictions: For winning bidder and a guest for a mutually agreeable date August of 2016 or mid-July to midAugust 2017. Includes two $125 gift certificates good for any Eclipse Massage service. Harbor View Hotel
is for a mid-week stay.
#6 Sculpt with a Metal Master: You and one guest will spend a half day in the studio with Island sculptor Anthony
Holand of Tuck & Holand Metal Sculptors creating your own one-of-a-kind metal masterpiece. Invite two additional
friends to join you, Anthony, and his wife Dawn for a Chef’s Choice Tasting Dinner with locally sourced farm-to-table
ingredients donated by Morning Glory Farm and prepared by Professional Private Chef Colin Coyle. Dinner to be served
at the winning bidder’s home.
Donors: Anthony Holand, Tuck & Holand Metal Sculptors, Private Chef Colin Coyle, and Morning Glory Farm
Restrictions: Morning in the studio is for winning bidder and one guest, with two additional guests included for
the dinner. On a mutually agreeable date.
#7 Hit It Out of the Park with this North/South Red Sox Dream: The winning bidder and a fellow baseball lover will
receive two seats in the Boston Red Sox Owner’s Suite for a game at Fenway Park during the 2016 regular season
courtesy of David Ginsberg. Package includes a pre-game tour of Fenway, access to the field for batting practice, and
food and beverage in the suite. Cape Air has donated two round trip flights from Martha’s Vineyard to Boston, and
the Boston Harbor Hotel will provide a two-night stay for two with a five-course, wine-paired meal at their acclaimed
restaurant, Meritage. Then, beat the winter blues as you head south with tickets for two to a spring training game at
Jet Blue Park in Fort Myers, Florida. Enjoy dinner at The Colony Bay Club with a $200 gift certificate. A grand slam of a
Dream!
Donors: The Boston Red Sox, The Boston Harbor Hotel, Cape Air, David Ginsberg, and The Colony Bay Club
Restrictions: For two on mutually agreeable dates. Winner must call to secure airline, hotel, and dinner
reservations. Travel and accommodations for Florida are not included.
#8 Chef for a Day at Atria: Join Chef Christian Thornton of Atria for a “Day in the Life” Dream. Tie on an apron and
sharpen your knives to spend the day side-by-side with Christian and his staff. Help plan, pair wines, prep, and create a
meal for your own private party. When the apron comes off, welcome special guests, authors Geraldine Brooks and Tony
Horwitz, and 9 of your fellow foodies for a Dream Dinner with wine pairings in Atria’s private dining room.
Donors: Atria and Chef Christian Thornton, Geraldine Brooks and Tony Horwitz
Restrictions: For one “Chef” and 9 guests on a mutually agreeable date.
#9 Cruise to Nantucket on the DiDay: You and seven of your fellow travelers will cruise aboard the exquisite 91’ motor
yacht “DiDay” for a day-long jaunt to Nantucket on a mutually agreeable date. Lunch will be served on board. Novelist
Elin Hilderbrand will meet you in Nantucket, and she’ll add the winning bidder of this Dream in a cameo appearance in
her upcoming book, The Identicals, about the life of twins – one on Nantucket and one on the Vineyard. She’ll send you
home to the Vineyard with a signed copy of her latest book, Here’s to Us. When you arrive back on the Vineyard, the
incomparable Chesca’s will be waiting with a six-course wine-pairing dinner for you and your guests! An incredible day
awaits.
Donors: Anonymous, Chesca’s, and Elin Hilderbrand
Restrictions: For up to eight on a mutually agreeable date.
#10 Keep Dreamin’: After the fun is done tonight, you’ll want to take home a painting to remember it by. Island artist,
Traeger di Pietro has been painting en plein air throughout the auction. Traeger is best known for his iconic images of
fishermen and water scenes, but tonight he has captured the essence of the auction in his signature style. Traeger is not
only a painter but a creator who likes to see things from a different perspective. Check out his works on social media
and/or at North Water Gallery in Edgartown, Field Gallery in West Tisbury or at traegerdipietro.com. A true treasure!
Donors: Traeger di Pietro
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#11 The Big Apple with Seth Meyers, Kenneth Cole, Loews Regency, and Cupcake Market!: Beloved Saturday
Night Live personality Seth Meyers has donated four VIP tickets to a taping of NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers at
Rockefeller Center. Winners will also enjoy a meet and greet with Seth! Embrace the entire Big Apple experience with a
one-night complimentary stay for two in luxury accommodations at the Loews Regency New York City, cupcake delights
from Cupcake Market, and a $1,000 gift card from Kenneth Cole to be used in any of his retail stores or online.
Donors: Seth Meyers, Kenneth Cole, Cupcake Market, and Loews Regency NYC
Restrictions: Taping for four on a mutually agreeable date as available. All attendees must be over the age of 16.
Show tapes Monday-Thursday at 6:30 p.m. (subject to change). Hotel is one room for one-night; subject to
availability. Travel to New York not included.
#12 “Home Again” on The Charlotte: Sail away on the schooner Charlotte with her owner and celebrated boat designer
Nat Benjamin and his wife Pam. Kate Taylor will be joining the winners, accompanied by Dana Edelman, singing some of
her favorite songs for all in the salt air. Chef Gavin Smith of Food Minded Fellow will pack you a picnic to enjoy on board.
Photographer Louisa Gould, who will set sail with you, will capture the day in photographs. The winning bidder will take
home a signed copy of Louisa’s book, Wooden Boats of Martha’s Vineyard.
Donors: Nat and Pam Benjamin, Dana Edelman, Louisa Gould, Chef Gavin Smith of Food Minded Fellow, and Kate
Taylor
Restrictions: For up to six on a mutually agreeable date in August or September.
#13 Oh La La! A French Adventure You’ll Never Forget: This amazing trip begins with a 10-day stay in the beautiful 18th
century cottage, Le Bon Ru, the home of Kurt and Christine Redfield located in Burgundy, France (www.lebonru.com).
This beautiful cottage sleeps eight between the main and guest house. The adventure continues when you and your
guests travel to Château Coutet, one of the oldest wine producing estates in France’s Bordeaux region and a “1er Grand
Cru Classe en 1855”. You and your seven friends will be treated to a private visit and an all “gold wine” lunch or dinner
with one of the estate’s proprietors during which you’ll discover the beauty and magic of the Sauternes and Barsac
appelations once celebrated by Thomas Jefferson!
Donors: Kurt and Christine Redfield and Dominique Baly co-owner of Chateau Coutet
Restrictions: For up to 8 guests. Cottage must be scheduled for a mutually agreeable 10-day stay and used prior
to December 31, 2017. Château Coutet is unavailable for the first two weeks of August, last two weeks of
September through the first week of November, last two weeks of December through the end of January.
#14 Reaching Consenses: Sally Taylor, founder of Consenses, will extend and expand the boundaries of your perspective
in an enlightening Consenses workshop. Sally will lead the winner and up to five guests through an interactive and
collaborative workshop with two other artists. Photographer Alison Shaw and artist Kara Taylor will join the group as
you explore the nature of your own perception, understand your group on a deeper level, and investigate new ways
of expression. Local favorite Herring Run Kitchens and Provisions will create a dinner, capturing the creativity of the
experience in the winner’s home where Sally and her husband Dean will join the party to continue the exploration and
entertain guests.
Donors: Sally Taylor, Alison Shaw, Kara Taylor, and Herring Run Kitchens and Provisions
Restrictions: For up to six on a mutually agreeable date.
#15 Gone Fishin’: For years, the late Olga Hirshhorn was determined not to be outbid on this Dream because each year
she had so much fun and caught fish with a pair of Islanders she considered her “fishing buddies.” The winning bidder
will go on a guided fishing trip – shore or boat depending on the circumstances – with Edgartown tackle shop owner and
guide, Cooper Gilkes, and his friend, Nelson Sigelman, editor of The Martha’s Vineyard Times. Coop, a legendary Island
fisherman will share his fishing expertise and Nelson, longtime fishing columnist for The Martha’s Vineyard Times, will
write about it.
Donors: Cooper Gilkes, Nelson Sigelman, and Martha’s Vineyard Times
Restrictions: For up to four on a mutually agreeable date.
#16 “Made for One Another” - You, The Ritz MV, and Johnny Hoy!: “You, You, You” and up to 49 guests will be “Rockin
Your Life Away” at a Sunday private performance by Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish from 8 – 10 p.m. to be hosted by the
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incomparable Ritz MV. Owners Larkin and Jackie Stallings will power the party with bar appetizers and an open bar.
Donors: Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish, The Ritz MV, and Larkin and Jackie Stallings
Restrictions: For up to 50 people on a mutually agreeable Sunday from 8-10 p.m. Dream includes band for up to
2 hours. After 2 hours, the winner may choose to hire the band to play longer at the usual rate of $800/hr.
#17 A Golfing Adventure in St. Andrews, Scotland: Gordon Mitchell and Heather McQueen of West Tisbury and
St. Andrews, Scotland have invited the winning bidder and a guest to experience every golfer’s Dream with a week’s
accommodations at their Hoppity House Bed and Breakfast in St. Andrews. This Dream includes three rounds of golf and a
£50 gift card from Adamson Restaurant and Bar (Scottish Restaurant of the Year 2015)! Hoppity House is just minutes from
the Old Course, the beach, shops, restaurants, and bars! Anticipation for your Scottish adventure will definitely rise when
you visit the Scottish Bakehouse in Vineyard Haven with a $50 gift certificate.
Donors: Gordon Mitchell and Heather McQueen, Hoppity House, Adamson Restaurant & Bar, and Scottish
Bakehouse
Restrictions: For two; to be scheduled for the first week of July 2017. Travel to Scotland is not included.
#18 Take a Stroll on the Red Carpet: You and a guest are invited to attend the premiere of Doug Liman’s new biographical
criminal drama thriller, AMERICAN MADE, starring Tom Cruise. The lucky Dreamer will also receive an autographed script.
Premiere to take place on a date to be announced in New York City or Los Angeles and will include hotel accommodations
for two nights in either city provided by Embassy Suites by FelCor Lodging Trust, Inc. To dress you for your close up,
personal style consultant and European-style clothing designer Stina Sayre has donated a personal style consultation with
a $500 shopping spree gift card for either her Edgartown or Vineyard Haven boutiques. Tonight, you will take home a 24” x
30” oil painting by artist Ellen Liman capturing the view from her son Doug’s home and entitled, “Doug’s Chilmark Farm.”
Donors: Doug Liman, Ellen Liman, Stina Sayre of Stina Sayre Designs, and FelCor
Restrictions: Includes two tickets for premiere event in 2017, location (LA or NYC) TBD. Includes hotel
accommodations (subject to availability) but not travel. Personal style consultation for one person.
#19 Dreaming with Dan: Discover the beauty of the Vineyard with island artist, Dan VanLandingham as you and a guest
explore your favorite location or a spot on your own property for a morning of painting together en plein air. You’ll join Dan
to work together on 10” x 12” studies and then you’ll take home his study that day. Best known for his lush and picturesque
landscapes, Dan captures the quintessential essence of the Island in his serene and breathtaking depictions of local scenes.
Dan has a MFA in painting from SCAD (Savannah College of Art), is in collections throughout the United States and Hong
Kong, and is an artist to watch. After painting, enjoy a picnic lunch with an $80 gift certificate from Espresso Love, continue
to discuss your painting experience, and then pick a spot for your new 20” x 24” painting which will arrive at a later date.
Donors: Dan VanLandingham and Espresso Love
Restrictions: To be scheduled for a mutually agreeable date and time.
#20 From Daytona to Disney World: The winning bidder and a guest will be off to the races with this Race Experience
for Two at The Rolex 24 at Daytona, one of the most prestigious sports car races in the world. The green flag drops at the
Daytona International Speedway on January 28 and 29, 2017, and you will have a chance to be in the “front row” watching
the race start from the pit. Konica Minolta Business Solutions has donated Hot Pit Access Credentials and Hospitality
Passes that will give you access to the team garages to see all of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship teams
and race cars up close, as well as, tour the No. 10 Konica Minolta Team Transporter, and meet their championship winning
drivers Ricky & Jordan Taylor, Max Angelelli, and Team Owner Wayne Taylor. When the race dust settles, head to the brand
new Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World for a two-night luxury stay in a Park View Room with breakfast for
two included and four one-day Disney World Park Hopper Passes.
Donors: Konica Minolta Business Solutions, Michael Mathe, Walt Disney World, Four Seasons Resort Orlando at
Walt Disney World
Restrictions: The Rolex 24: For two. Dates are January 28 and 29, 2017. Must be 21 or over with a valid driver’s
license or passport. All information to be provided to the team no later than January 1, 2017. All dates are subject
to change. Hotel accommodations and travel not included for Daytona. Four Seasons Resort Orlando: Certificate
is subject to availability, blackout dates, and is subject to change without notice. It is nonrefundable for cash and
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it cannot be extended beyond the period indicated. Gratuities and alcohol are excluded. Certificate may not be split,
nor used on more than one visit. Reservation may be made no earlier than 60 days before your planned arrival dates.
Original certificate must be presented at the Reception upon check-in. Walt Disney World: Passes expire 6/19/18. No
cash value and passes cannot be upgraded or used or applied towards a package to meet eligibility requirements. Disney
cannot provide replacements for lost or expired tickets. Passes are subject to block out dates and may not be used
December 25-31.
#21 Our Island to the Emerald Island: The Land of 100,000 Welcomes awaits, thanks to David and Julie Keefe, who
have donated their beautiful home in Castleview Park in the Village of Kinvara – a small village on the southern shore of
Galway Bay. This perfect getaway for eight is offered for a mutually agreed upon week in 2016 or 2017 (see dates offered
below). This lovely home features 4 bedrooms and 2 baths and is located just a quarter mile from Dunguaire Castle and
a scenic hour-and-a-half drive from the Cliffs of Moher. You will also want to visit the Village of Doolin, the home of
traditional Irish music. To build your anticipation, meet this summer to plan your trip during a private Irish breakfast for
eight at the Art Cliff Diner.
Donors: David and Julie Keefe and Art Cliff Diner
Restrictions: For up to 8 guests. Available for one week on weeks beginning 9/2/16, 11/25/16, 2/17/17,
5/12/17, or 10/27/17. Travel to Ireland is not included. No smoking allowed. Art Cliff Diner breakfast is for up to
8 guests to be scheduled on a mutually convenient Wednesday.
#22 Fishing on the Tomahawk: Fishing Trip for up to four aboard the classic Tomahawk with renowned Captain Buddy
Vanderhoop along with one of two famed Harvard professors Charles Ogletree or Skip Gates. The boat will depart from
Menemsha and will include a gourmet lunch provided by Cordon Bleu Chef Jacob Vanderhoop of the Aquinnah Shop.
For the grand finale, enjoy the catch of your labor as Chef Gavin Smith of Food Minded Fellow cooks up the “Catch of
the Day,” for you and your family to enjoy in the comfort of your home.
Donors: Captain Buddy Vanderhoop, Professors Charles Ogletree and/or Skip Gates, Chef Gavin Smith of Food
Minded Fellow, and Chef Jacob Vanderhoop of the Aquinnah Shop
Restrictions: For four on a mutually agreeable date before the Striped Bass Derby begins in mid-September.
#23 Get ready for the MTV European Music Awards: The winning bidder of this Dream will get two HOT tickets to the
2017 European Music Awards. The MTV European Music Awards is one of the most talked about music events on the
global entertainment calendar and has been donated by Viacom International Media Network. Each year, this takes
place in a different city (most recently Amsterdam and Milan) and is scheduled now for November 2017 in a location to
be announced. This exclusive evening starts off with a walk down the Red Carpet before you and your guest are whisked
off to your VIP seats to watch the main show. You’ll end the evening at the official MTV After Party. Wow! Wow! Wow!
Donors: Michael and Lori Hall Armstrong and Viacom International Media Network
Restrictions: Tickets are non-transferable and have no monetary value. Location to be announced November
2016; show to take place November 2017. Travel and accommodations are not included.
#24 Bid, Shoot, and Score Boston Bruins: Enjoy Loge Seats for four to a Boston Bruins’ home game and take home a
signed jersey from the 2016-17 team. Two children ages 6-12 can sit on the home team bench during warm-ups before
the game. Retire for the night in a luxury hotel room selected and provided by the Boston Bruins.
Donors: The Boston Bruins
Restrictions: For four on a mutually agreeable date for a Boston Bruins regular season home game prior to
December 31, 2016. Travel to Boston is not included.
#25 Keep Dreamin’ too: Take home a painting to remember the auction by this year. Brandon Newton has been
creating a 20” x 30” en plein air oil painting this evening for one lucky bidder! Brandon came to the Vineyard in 2011, fell
in love with the Island, and was captivated by the sheer beauty surrounding him. He is best known for his impressionistic
style as he captures the land and water in his harbor scenes, streetscapes, and landscapes. Often called the “Night
Painter”, one can find Brandon typically in Menemsha at night painting en plein air. His paintings have been featured
in HBO’s series “Vice Principals”, Fox News and Friends, Vineyard Style Magazine, Cape Cod Art Life, Martha’s Vineyard
Times, and The Vineyard Gazette. He is represented by North Water Gallery and Mary Martin Gallery in Charleston, SC.
Donors: Brandon Newton