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<strong>Live</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Silent</strong><br />
<strong>Auction</strong> <strong>Items</strong>
<strong>Live</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> - 7 to 7:30 pm<br />
Please refer to item displays for complete details.<br />
Damon Scott, <strong>Live</strong> <strong>Auction</strong>eer<br />
On-Air Personality, 96.5fm WTIC<br />
<strong>Community</strong> <strong>Music</strong> <strong>School</strong> is thrilled to<br />
have the very entertaining Damon Scott<br />
joining us this evening!<br />
L1: 50% Off Artwork by Contemporary Impressionist<br />
Leif Nilsson<br />
Inspired by the natural beauty surrounding<br />
the lower Connecticut River<br />
Valley, Leif Nilsson paints his plein air<br />
impressionistic l<strong>and</strong>scape compositions<br />
directly from life. The price of his work<br />
ranges up to $30,000 but no matter the<br />
price, you save 50% off the cost.<br />
Value: Up to $15,000 Opening Bid: $1,000<br />
Donated by Leif Nilsson, Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio & Gallery, Chester<br />
L2: Half Day Excursion on Carina for 8 people<br />
Be a guest on the magnificent 48-foot<br />
sloop Carina that finished the 2010<br />
Bermuda Race <strong>and</strong> won the St. David’s<br />
Lighthouse Division. Participants<br />
encouraged to help sail! Date to be<br />
mutually agreed upon.<br />
Value: Priceless! Opening Bid: $800<br />
Donated by Rives Potts, Westbrook<br />
L3: Wine Pairing in Your Home by Angelini Wine, LTD<br />
Turn your next dinner party into a truly<br />
special occasion with an in-home wine<br />
pairing <strong>and</strong> discussion by co-owner of<br />
Angelini Wine LTD, Ron Plebiscito.<br />
Wines selected based on your menu <strong>and</strong><br />
provided for up to 12 people. Date to<br />
be mutually agreed upon.<br />
Value: Priceless! Opening Bid: $300<br />
Donated by Angelini Wine, LTD, Centerbrook<br />
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L4: Seasonal Tasting Dinner for 6 at Liv’s Oyster Bar<br />
with Wine Pairings by Angelini Wine, LTD<br />
Liv’s owners John <strong>and</strong> Krissie<br />
Brescio welcome you to their<br />
table! Enjoy a 5 course seasonal<br />
tasting of amazing seafood dishes<br />
for up to 6 people, expertly paired<br />
with wines from Angelini Wine,<br />
LTD. Excludes Friday <strong>and</strong> Saturday.<br />
Value: $800 Opening Bid: $400<br />
Donated by Liv’s Oyster Bar, Old Saybrook; <strong>and</strong><br />
Angelini Wine, LTD, Centerbrook<br />
L5: Red Sox Nation<br />
What could be better than taking in a<br />
game of the Boston Red Sox versus<br />
the Astros on Sunday, April 28th?<br />
Watching from four of the best seats<br />
in Fenway Park - Section 52 behind the<br />
visitors’ batters box, just 9 rows off<br />
the field! And for the die-hard fan, this<br />
item includes a h<strong>and</strong>-signed, h<strong>and</strong>somely framed photo of Red<br />
Sox legends Fred Lynn <strong>and</strong> Jim Rice.<br />
Value: $820 Opening Bid: $300<br />
Donated by Tim <strong>and</strong> Stacie Boyd; Framed photo furnished by Mike Riccio Sports<br />
L6: Pro Sports Fan Getaway<br />
Choose Your Favorite MLB,<br />
NBA, NFL, NHL, or PGA<br />
event for 2 lower level seats<br />
to a regular season game, or 2<br />
grounds passes to a non-major<br />
PGA tournament, plus 2-night<br />
weekend stay in Hyatt,<br />
Marriott, Sheraton, Wyndham or comparable location. Includes roundtrip<br />
coach airfare for 2 <strong>and</strong> daily breakfast.<br />
Value: $5,200 Opening Bid $3,000<br />
Furnished by Greater Giving<br />
Please refer to item displays for complete details.<br />
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L7: Disney World Resort Family Adventure for Four<br />
Enjoy a four-night stay (one room) at<br />
Renaissance® Orl<strong>and</strong>o at SeaWorld<br />
including a $1,000 gift card redeemable<br />
for admission, food, souvenirs <strong>and</strong><br />
more; <strong>and</strong> round-trip coach airfare for 4<br />
from American Airlines. Boasting a<br />
prime location across from SeaWorld<br />
<strong>and</strong> near Walt Disney World <strong>and</strong> Universal Studios, the<br />
Renaissance® Orl<strong>and</strong>o hotel combines the enchantment of<br />
America's favorite playground with imaginative style in an oceanthemed<br />
setting.<br />
Value: $9,620 Opening Bid $5,000<br />
Furnished by Greater Giving<br />
L8: Fairmont Bermuda Resorts 4-Night Stay for 2<br />
Imagine lush tropical gardens,<br />
shimmering pink s<strong>and</strong> beaches,<br />
azure blue seas <strong>and</strong> spectacular<br />
sunsets, <strong>and</strong> you have envisioned<br />
Bermuda. This experience includes<br />
a total of 4 nights at your choice of<br />
Fairmont Resorts in Hamilton,<br />
Bermuda, daily breakfast for 2 <strong>and</strong><br />
round-trip coach airfare for 2.<br />
Value: $8,572 Opening Bid: $3,500<br />
Furnished by Greater Giving<br />
L9: Select the 2014 Gala Theme + 2 Patron Tickets<br />
Control the gala destiny <strong>and</strong><br />
entertainment for the 2014 CMS Gala,<br />
plus receive 2 Patron tickets to attend<br />
the event! Have a favorite era of music?<br />
We will design our 9th annual event<br />
around your theme choice!<br />
Value: Priceless! Opening Bid: $300<br />
Donated by <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Music</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
Please refer to item displays for complete details.<br />
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<strong>Silent</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> - 6 to 7 pm<br />
To bid on an item write your bid number <strong>and</strong> the bid amount on the sheet<br />
located on the display tables. Please follow opening bid & raise amounts.<br />
Refer to displays for complete details. <strong>Items</strong> subject to change.<br />
<strong>Silent</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> Lots #100-115:<br />
Portraits, Prints & Works of Art<br />
S100: A 14” Masterpiece Portrait on Canvas of Up to 8<br />
Children, Ages 3 - 17: This portrait will be personally photographed<br />
by accomplished photographer Steven Kramer in one<br />
sitting to take place at the Kramer Studio at St. Regis Hotel in<br />
NY on a mutually agreed upon date in 2013. The finished portrait<br />
on canvas (unframed) is h<strong>and</strong>-painted by the artist with details. Plus, a gift<br />
certificate toward framing at Essex House of Framing,<br />
Value $3,500 Opening Bid $350<br />
Donated by Kramer Portraits, Le Petite Studio, New York, NY; Essex House of Framing,<br />
Centerbrook<br />
S101: Artful Pairing<br />
Beautiful paintings by local l<strong>and</strong>scape <strong>and</strong> seascape artist Kimberly Petersen that<br />
have been carefully framed with reclaimed wood by David Herrle of Hard at<br />
Wood.<br />
Value: $550 Opening Bid: $200<br />
Donated by Kimberly Peterson, Old Lyme; Hard at Wood, Westbrook<br />
S102: "The Dive" Action shot of Yankee Captain Derek Jeter diving into the<br />
st<strong>and</strong>s to make a great catch.<br />
Value $300 Opening Bid: $150<br />
S103: H<strong>and</strong> signed photo of UConn Hall of Fame coach Jim Calhoun.<br />
Value $250 Opening Bid: $100<br />
S104: Action photo of Patriots star Tom Brady coupled with an authentic<br />
piece of his game worn jersey.<br />
Value $300 Opening Bid: $150<br />
S105: "The Curse of the Bambino" H<strong>and</strong> signed photo of Bucky Dent, Roy<br />
White <strong>and</strong> Sparky Lyle celebrating Bucky's home run against the Red Sox.<br />
Value $400 Opening Bid: $200<br />
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S106: Action shot of Patriots star Rob Gronkowski coupled with an authentic<br />
signature <strong>and</strong> piece of his game worn jersey.<br />
Value $350 Opening Bid: $150<br />
S107: H<strong>and</strong> signed photo of the Celtics Larry Bird, Kevin McHale <strong>and</strong><br />
Robert Parish.<br />
Value $450 Opening Bid: $200<br />
S108: "Smokin' at the Tee". Classic shot of golf legends Ben Hogan <strong>and</strong><br />
Arnold Palmer.<br />
Value $250 Opening Bid: $100<br />
S109: "The House That Ruth Built". Vintage photo of Yankee Stadium the<br />
day the Babe passed away.<br />
Value $300 Opening Bid: $150<br />
S110: Vintage photo of John F. Kennedy playing golf at Hyannisport Country<br />
Club in 1963.<br />
Value $300 Opening Bid: $125<br />
S111: Color shot of sports icons Tiger Woods <strong>and</strong> Michael Jordan together<br />
playing golf.<br />
Value $300 Opening Bid: $150<br />
S112: "Jersey Boys" Shot of Bon Jovi <strong>and</strong> The Boss coupled with their<br />
laser engraved autographs from the 12-12-12 concert for Hurricane S<strong>and</strong>y relief.<br />
Value: $400 Opening Bid: $200<br />
S113: Frank Sinatra – The Early Years<br />
Vintage oversized photo of a young Ol' Blue Eyes.<br />
Value: $250 Opening Bid: $100<br />
S114: Jeremy Lin - “Linsanity”<br />
Composite photo of the New York Knicks’ super star guard.<br />
Value: $275 Opening Bid: $100<br />
S115: Jerry Seinfeld <strong>and</strong> the New York Yankees<br />
Rare photo of Jerry Seinfeld – a notorious Mets fan - meeting the Yankees.<br />
Value: $275 Opening Bid: $100<br />
<strong>Items</strong> 102 through 115 furnished by Mike Riccio Sports, LLC<br />
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<strong>Silent</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> Lots #200 - 211:<br />
Fine Jewelry, H<strong>and</strong>bags, Gifts & Shopping<br />
Reminder, Mother’s Day is just around the corner!<br />
S200: Astrid Niemelaeinen Couture Gift Certificate <strong>and</strong><br />
Necklace<br />
A beautiful “pearl” necklace <strong>and</strong> $75 gift certificate. If you adore<br />
couture clothing <strong>and</strong> cutting-edge fashion, discover one of the best-kept secrets<br />
in the tri-state area — Astrid Niemelaeinen Couture!<br />
Value: $225 Opening Bid: $100<br />
Donated by Astrid Niemelaeinen Couture, Killingworth<br />
S201: Sterling Silver Piano Brooch<br />
A stunning sterling silver piano brooch with cultured pearls designed by Deep<br />
River Jewelry Design, a distinctive traditional goldsmith studio <strong>and</strong> gallery dedicated<br />
to fine craftsmanship, original design <strong>and</strong> personal service.<br />
Value: $250 Opening Bid: $125<br />
Donated by Deep River Jewelry Design LLC, Deep River<br />
S202: Shop ‘Til You Drop Gift Certificates & Colorful Scarf<br />
Moms love to shop <strong>and</strong> there is no limit to the amazing items to be found at<br />
these local boutiques: Scensibles - “a unique boutique with a passion for fashion”,<br />
Azul Fine Clothing, <strong>and</strong> C & G; Unparalleled Apparel - “seasonal <strong>and</strong> timeless.”<br />
Also includes something to gift wrap - a lovely scarf from C&G.<br />
Value: $190 Opening Bid: $90<br />
Donated by Scensibles, Essex; Azul Fine Clothing, Old Saybrook; <strong>and</strong><br />
C & G; Unparalleled Apparel, Chester<br />
S203: Jacqueline Kangley “Alex” H<strong>and</strong>bag<br />
Every woman needs a Jacqueline Kangley h<strong>and</strong>bag in her collection - design that<br />
combines classic East Coast style with some Hawaiian aloha mixed in.<br />
Value: $190 Opening Bid: $90<br />
Donated by Jacqueline Kangley H<strong>and</strong>bags<br />
S204: Maruca Design H<strong>and</strong>bag & Gift Certificate<br />
A $100 gift certificate to Celebrations is certainly cause for celebration, especially<br />
when accompanied by this jacquard woven fabric h<strong>and</strong>bag.<br />
Value: $160 Opening Bid: $75<br />
Donated by Celebrations, Deep River<br />
S205: Italian Patent Leather Purse<br />
You’ll make a splash with this aquamarine Italian patent leather purse!<br />
Value: $342 Opening Bid: $150<br />
Donated by Red Pepper Gallery, Chester<br />
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Suzanne Cristan H<strong>and</strong>bags<br />
It may be hard to choose between these adorable bags by Guilford designer<br />
Suzanne Cristan - so why not bid on both of them?<br />
S206: Brown Value: $50 Opening Bid: $25<br />
S207: Red Check Value: $120 Opening Bid: $60<br />
Donated by Suzanne Cristan, Guilford<br />
S208: Dooney <strong>and</strong> Bourke Satchel<br />
This fabulous Chestnut Florentine Satchel has room for all of your essentials -<br />
<strong>and</strong> even a special pocket for your cell phone.<br />
Value: $386 Opening Bid: $150<br />
Donated by Dooney <strong>and</strong> Bourke<br />
S209: Sam Hilu Jacket<br />
This lovely reversible jacket (size S) is true to the Sam Hilu collection, boasting<br />
color <strong>and</strong> pattern like you’ve never seen before!<br />
Value: $139 Opening Bid: $60<br />
Donated by Aegean Treasures, Essex<br />
S210: Always Unique: SWAG & The Bowerbird<br />
Unique items are the norm at SWAG, like this heart-shaped mercury glass box,<br />
<strong>and</strong> you’re sure to find a unique gift for any occasion at The Bowerbird!<br />
Value: $100 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by The Bowerbird, Old Lyme<br />
S211: Vera Bradley Products<br />
A Mother’s Day gift is all wrapped up with this Vera Bradley bag <strong>and</strong> matching<br />
accessories from Saybrook Country Barn.<br />
Value: $100 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by Saybrook Country Barn, Old Saybrook<br />
<strong>Silent</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> Lots #300-308:<br />
Family Outings & Child’s Play<br />
S300: Family Membership at The Florence Griswold<br />
Museum, plus a Museum Tote Bag <strong>and</strong> Pizza<br />
Enjoy a year long family membership to The Florence Griswold<br />
Museum, Home of American Impressionism. Make a day of it<br />
with lunch at Pizzeria DaVinci!<br />
Value: $110 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme; Pizzeria DaVinci, Old Lyme<br />
S301: Children’s Museum of Southeastern Connecticut<br />
Enjoy a 4 Month Family Pass for four to the Children’s Museum, an interactive,<br />
h<strong>and</strong>s-on, educational experience for children where discoveries are made & fun<br />
just happens! On one of your many visits, stop at Jessie’s Restaurant in Old<br />
Lyme for a family lunch.<br />
Value: $95 Opening Bid: $40<br />
Donated by Children’s Museum of Southeastern Connecticut, Niantic;<br />
Jessie’s, Old Lyme<br />
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S302: All aboard! Essex Steam Train & Riverboat for 4, plus lunch at<br />
Centerbrook Pizza<br />
Begin your family (2 adults & 2 kids) 2½-hour journey at the historic 1892 Essex<br />
Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the CT River Valley.<br />
Upon returning to Essex enjoy a pie nearby at Centerbrook Pizza. (Not valid for<br />
special events or Day Out with Thomas)<br />
Value: $111 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by Valley Railroad Company, Essex; Centerbrook Pizza, Centerbrook<br />
S303: Six Children’s Art Classes at Bloom Art <strong>School</strong><br />
Let your budding artist explore their creative side with 6 art classes at Bloom<br />
Art <strong>School</strong>. Programs for children ages 16 months <strong>and</strong> up.<br />
Value: $125 Opening Bid: $60<br />
Donated by Bloom Art <strong>School</strong>, Centerbrook<br />
S304: “Dancing” Isabella Doll & Gift Certificate<br />
Any little girl would love this darling, oversized Isabella doll with shoes that slip<br />
over a child’s feet for dancing. Plus, visit the Red Balloon for something special<br />
with a $50 gift certificate.<br />
Value: $130 Opening Bid: $60<br />
Donated by The Red Balloon, Essex<br />
S305: Corolle Baby Doll<br />
Corolle dolls capture children's hearts with their life-like faces inspired by real<br />
children <strong>and</strong> well-crafted doll clothes <strong>and</strong> doll accessories that reflect today's<br />
styles. Soft-to-the-touch <strong>and</strong> vanilla-scented! For ages 3+<br />
Value: $75 Opening Bid: $30<br />
Donated by Toys Ahoy!, Essex<br />
S306: One Week of 1/2 Day Summer Camp<br />
Summer camp weeks are fun filled adventures for children 3 to 8 years old with<br />
Arts & Crafts, Cooking, <strong>and</strong> Science & Discovery.<br />
Value: $140 Opening Bid: $70<br />
Donated by Children’s Tree Montessori <strong>School</strong>, Old Saybrook<br />
S307: American Girl Doll of the Year®: Saige Copel<strong>and</strong> TM<br />
Saige is a spirited girl who loves her horse <strong>and</strong> the arts, <strong>and</strong> whose passions<br />
inspire action!<br />
Value: $110 Opening Bid: $55<br />
Donated by American Girl, Wisconsin<br />
S308: Crayola Arts & Crafts Supplies<br />
Let your little artist go wild with tons of Crayola art supplies, including oil pastels,<br />
metallic crayons, gel FX markers, mini stamper markers, <strong>and</strong> more!<br />
Value: $175 Opening Bid: $60<br />
Donated by Crayola, Napa, CA<br />
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<strong>Silent</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> Lots #400-404:<br />
Perfect Parties<br />
S400: Gymnastics Birthday Party for 20 Children<br />
Let Shoreline Gymnastics entertain the birthday child <strong>and</strong><br />
friends on their special day with a one hour session of fun activities<br />
tailored to children's ages.<br />
Value: $245 Opening Bid: $120<br />
Donated by Shoreline Gymnastics, Old Saybrook<br />
S401: Face Painting<br />
Let “Z” transform your party into a truly memorable event with 2 hours of face<br />
painting <strong>and</strong> more.<br />
Value: $160 Opening Bid: $80<br />
Donated by “Z” Leach, Madison<br />
S402: Dancing with Friends<br />
Entertain your friends with professional lessons in ballroom or swing dance in<br />
your own home (within 15 mile radius of Clinton, CT). Plus, receive a deluxe gift<br />
basket as the party host.<br />
Value: $300 Opening Bid: $150<br />
Donated by Dancealife Productions, Westbrook<br />
S403: Private Wine Tasting for 20 at Shore Discount Liquor<br />
Let Shore Discount Liquor host a private wine tasting for you <strong>and</strong> 19 of your<br />
closest friends.<br />
Value: $400 Opening Bid: $200<br />
Donated by Shore Discount Liquors, Deep River<br />
S404: Summertime Dinner for 4: Lobster-Bake-in-a-Can<br />
Everything you need for a delicious lobster bake comes in a neat little package.<br />
Enjoy with a bottle of fine wine from SeaSide Wine & Spirits.<br />
Value: $140 Opening Bid: $70<br />
Donated by Atlantic Seafood Market, Old Saybrook; SeaSide Wine & Spirits<br />
<strong>Silent</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> Lots 500-509:<br />
Out <strong>and</strong> About<br />
S500: International Festival of Arts & Ideas<br />
Two tickets to one of the 2013 Festival's ambitious programs in New Haven,<br />
plus receive a Festival gift basket. Festival dates are June 15 - 29.<br />
Value: $100 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by International Festival of Arts & Ideas, New Haven<br />
S501: Jeff Pitchell & Johnny A with Texas Flood in Concert,<br />
plus Penny Lane Pub...May 17, 2013<br />
Two tickets for a guitar-duel not to be missed by blues artists<br />
Jeff Pitchell <strong>and</strong> Johnny A at The Kate. Enjoy a bite before or<br />
after the show just steps away at Penny Lane Pub.<br />
Value: $184 Opening Bid: $75<br />
Donated by Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, Old Saybrook;<br />
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Penny Lane Pub, Old Saybrook<br />
S502: Ivoryton Playhouse <strong>and</strong> Gabrielle’s<br />
Don't miss the fast-paced, sweet romantic comedy “I’m Connecticut” at the<br />
Ivoryton Playhouse, June 5 - 23. Plan for a Sunday matinee <strong>and</strong> enjoy a 3-course<br />
brunch at Gabrielle’s before the show!<br />
Value: $120 Opening Bid: $60<br />
Donated by Ivoryton Playhouse, Ivoryton; Gabrielle’s, Centerbrook<br />
S503: <strong>Music</strong>al Masterworks & Old Lyme Inn<br />
Attend a dazzling chamber music performance featuring the works of Beethoven,<br />
Paganini, <strong>and</strong> Janáček on May 4th or 5th at First Congregational Church of<br />
Old Lyme <strong>and</strong> dine at the Old Lyme Inn before or after.<br />
Value: $170 Opening Bid: $70<br />
Donated by <strong>Music</strong>al Masterworks, Old Lyme; The Old Lyme Inn, Old Lyme<br />
S504: 2 tickets to Bela Fleck & Marcus Roberts at the Garde, May 9th<br />
Fleck, the world’s pre-eminent banjo player, with 14 Grammy wins, joins The<br />
Marcus Roberts Trio in creating a new exuberant expression of jazz.<br />
Value: $88 Opening Bid: $40<br />
Donated by the Garde Arts Center, New London<br />
S505: Two Subscriptions to the 2013 Chestnut Hill Concerts Season<br />
Artistic Director, Ronald Thomas, has programmed a season of “The Romantic<br />
Masters <strong>and</strong> Those They Inspired.” Concerts are the first four Fridays in August<br />
(2, 9, 16, 23) at The Kate.<br />
Value: $240 Opening Bid: $120<br />
Donated by the Chestnut Hill Concerts, Guilford<br />
S506: Lower Connecticut Valley Aerial Passenger Ride<br />
You <strong>and</strong> 2 friends will enjoy the scenic lower Connecticut valley by air during a<br />
one-half hour ride for 3 aboard a Cessna 172.<br />
Value: $150 Opening Bid: $75<br />
Donated by Chester Charter, Chester<br />
S507: Evening Dinner Cruise for 4 out of Hamburg Cove<br />
Set sail aboard the 30 ft. sailing vessel, Nonsuch, for an evening dinner cruise for<br />
four on the Connecticut River. Depart from Hamburg Cove in Lyme. Valid<br />
through October 31, 2013 for Monday through Friday, date to be mutually<br />
agreed upon.<br />
Value: $300 Opening Bid: $150<br />
Donated by Sharon <strong>and</strong> John Tracy<br />
S508: Seaport Bound<br />
Start the day with breakfast for 4 at the Captain Stannard House - one of the<br />
most distinguished properties along the CT shoreline, a place where the salt<br />
water from the ocean mixes with fresh water from the rivers <strong>and</strong> the l<strong>and</strong>.<br />
Then, explore maritime history at Mystic Seaport with passes for 4 adults.<br />
Value: $196 Opening Bid: $100<br />
Donated by Captain Stannard House Bed & Breakfast Inn, Westbrook;<br />
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Mystic Seaport, Mystic<br />
S509: Connecticut River Ride on the Schooner Mary E.<br />
Make your Sunday reservation to enjoy a daytime cruise aboard the Mary E.<br />
Schooner from the docks of the Connecticut River Museum <strong>and</strong> start the day<br />
with a fabulous brunch at Water’s Edge.<br />
Value: $130 Opening Bid: $65<br />
Donated by Paula Merrick; Water’s Edge, Westbrook<br />
<strong>Silent</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> Lots #600-608:<br />
Foodie Heaven<br />
S600: Scrumptious Cakes from Folly Baked Goods<br />
Five single-layer 10” cakes, custom designed to the winner’s specifications, or<br />
any cakes of equivalent value.<br />
Value: $175 Opening Bid: $75<br />
Donated by Folly Baked Goods, Deep River<br />
S601: Now You’re Cooking<br />
A true foodie will appreciate an assortment of Andre Prost products,<br />
including items from the A Taste of Thai <strong>and</strong> A Taste of India<br />
product lines.<br />
Value: $75 Opening Bid: $40<br />
Donated by Andre Prost, Old Saybrook<br />
S602: Four Bottles of 1982 Chateau Pontac Lynch Margaux<br />
The village of Margaux has a number of prestigious chateaux clustered around it<br />
including Chateau Margaux, famous for producing first growth red wine that is<br />
supple <strong>and</strong> fragrant.<br />
Value: $350 Opening Bid: $175<br />
Donated by Linda <strong>and</strong> Peter Bierrie, Essex<br />
S603: Fine Wines & The Cheese Shop of Centerbrook<br />
You’ll have the pleasure of sampling the cheeses from one of the largest selections<br />
in the state; to be enjoyed with fine wine, of course.<br />
Value: $100 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by The Cheese Shop of Centerbrook; SeaSide Wine & Spirits, Old Saybrook<br />
S604: Dinner at River Tavern<br />
“Chef owner Jonathan Rapp’s sense of adventuresome fun permeates this informal<br />
but innovative New American in the little town of Chester, where fresh, top<br />
quality ingredients are used to wonderful effect...” – ZAGAT. 'Nuff said.<br />
Value: $250 Opening Bid: $125<br />
Donated by River Tavern, Chester<br />
S605: Dinner at Mohegan Sun<br />
Celebrity chefs Todd English <strong>and</strong> Bobby Flay each bring a unique point of view to<br />
their style of cuisine...it’s your choice of dinner at either Flay’s Bar American or<br />
English’s Tuscany at Mohegan Sun.<br />
Value: $100 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by Mohegan Sun, Uncasville<br />
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S606: Assorted River Chocolates<br />
The finest h<strong>and</strong>made chocolates with a dash of sea salt provide a decadent<br />
sweet <strong>and</strong> salty treat.<br />
Value: $50 Opening Bid: $25<br />
Donated by River Chocolates, Essex<br />
S607: Dinner for 2 at Elizabeth’s Café at Perfect Parties<br />
This Madison l<strong>and</strong>mark lures food lovers from all over CT, NY, RI, <strong>and</strong> MA!<br />
Value: $100 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by Elizabeth’s Café at Perfect Parties, Madison<br />
S608: Fresh Salt Sunday Brunch for 2 at Saybrook Point Inn<br />
With splendid views of the Connecticut River <strong>and</strong> Long Isl<strong>and</strong> Sound, Fresh Salt<br />
restaurant is Saybrook Point Inn's enticing Connecticut waterfront dining favorite.<br />
Enjoy a Sunday Brunch for 2.<br />
Value: $75 Opening Bid: $40<br />
Donated by Saybrook Point Inn<br />
<strong>Silent</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> Lots #700-709:<br />
For the Home & More<br />
One Hour, At-Home L<strong>and</strong>scaping Consultation with The English Lady<br />
A superior underst<strong>and</strong>ing <strong>and</strong> knowledge of horticulture <strong>and</strong> l<strong>and</strong>scape design/<br />
build enables The English Lady L<strong>and</strong>scape & Home to best create the smallest<br />
project or complete transformation that you the client has always<br />
wanted.<br />
S700: One Hour At-Home Consultation with The<br />
English Lady<br />
Value: $175 Opening Bid: $75<br />
S701: One Hour, At-Home Consultation with The<br />
English Lady<br />
Value: $175 Opening Bid: $75<br />
(not to be combined)<br />
Donated by Ian Sveilich, The English Lady L<strong>and</strong>scape & Home, Old Lyme<br />
S702: 50 Gallons of Propane or Home Heating Oil<br />
Warm your home this winter with 50 gallons of propane or home heating oil.<br />
Daniels Energy provides service to most towns in Hartford, New Haven, Middlesex,<br />
Toll<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> New London counties.<br />
Value: $200 Opening Bid: $100<br />
Donated by Daniels Energy, Centerbrook<br />
S703: 50 Gallons of Home Heating Oil<br />
Warm your home this winter with 50 gallons home heating oil from Wilcox<br />
Energy, an established full service company delivering heating oil comfort<br />
to local residences located in Westbrook <strong>and</strong> surrounding towns since<br />
1955. Delivery within 15 miles of Wilcox Energy in Westbrook.<br />
Value: $200 Opening Bid: $100<br />
Donated by Wilcox Energy, Westbrook<br />
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S704: Complete Car Detail<br />
Let the experts at Grossman Chevrolet Nissan spruce up your car with a<br />
complete detail package.<br />
Value: $175 Opening Bid: $85<br />
Donated by Grossman Chevrolet Nissan, Old Saybrook<br />
S705: Spring Cleaning with Extreme Cleaning & Restoration<br />
It’s never to early to start your spring cleaning <strong>and</strong> this gift certificate toward a<br />
professional carpet or upholstery cleaning should help!<br />
Value: $150 Opening Bid: $75<br />
Donated by Extreme Cleaning & Restoration, Clinton<br />
S706: Best Cleaners<br />
Winter is finally over <strong>and</strong> it’s time to bring out the spring <strong>and</strong> summer wardrobes<br />
<strong>and</strong> get them ready to wear!<br />
Value: $100 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by Best Cleaners, Deep River<br />
S707: Bowers & Wilkins P3 Headphones<br />
Discover pristine, natural sound, <strong>and</strong> an effortlessly wearable design<br />
made to fit easily into your life.<br />
Value: $200 Opening Bid: $100<br />
Donated by Classe Audio, Inc., Quebec, CANADA<br />
S708: Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Air Speaker Dock<br />
Nothing looks like it. Nothing sounds like it. Critics <strong>and</strong> listeners agree:<br />
Zeppelin Air is the complete speaker dock, making your music sound<br />
richer <strong>and</strong> more lifelike than you’ve ever heard it before.<br />
Value: $600 Opening Bid: $300<br />
Donated by Classe Audio, Inc., Quebec, CANADA<br />
S709: Upright Piano <strong>and</strong> Lessons at CMS<br />
Have you always wanted to play piano? <strong>Community</strong> <strong>Music</strong> <strong>School</strong> will provide 6<br />
lessons if the piano fits! This 1960’s model is a great beginner piano <strong>and</strong> won’t<br />
take up too much room in the house. Delivery charge applies (approx. $275).<br />
Value: $1,200 Opening Bid: $300<br />
Donated by Caruso <strong>Music</strong> Piano Gallery, New London;<br />
<strong>Community</strong> <strong>Music</strong> <strong>School</strong>, Centerbrook<br />
<strong>Silent</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> Lots #800-819:<br />
For the Body, Mind & Soul<br />
S800: 1-Hour Private Pilates Lesson<br />
Enhance your core strength <strong>and</strong> flexibility with a one hour private<br />
session with Marlene Powers.<br />
Value: $70 Opening Bid: $60<br />
Donated by Pilates for Life, Essex<br />
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S801: Therapeutic Healing Massage<br />
Relax with a one-hour session of craniosacral, polarity, or Biomat massage.<br />
Value: $80 Opening Bid: $640<br />
Donated by Dynamic Flow Healing at New London Healing Arts Center, New London<br />
S802: Beth S<strong>and</strong>ri Integrative Health<br />
As your Health Coach, Beth listens carefully <strong>and</strong> helps you navigate the world of<br />
contradictory nutrition advice to determine what changes are necessary for you.<br />
Value: $125 Opening Bid: $60<br />
Donated by Beth S<strong>and</strong>ri Integrative Health, Essex<br />
S803: Dermabrasion Face Peel with Gift Basket<br />
Rejuvenate your skin with a Dermabrasion Face Peel <strong>and</strong> enjoy a gift basket<br />
stocked with skin care goodies!<br />
Value: $200 Opening Bid: $100<br />
Donated by Essex Dermatology Center, Essex<br />
S804: 90 Minute Massage at Sound Body, LLC<br />
Whether you are a harried mother who just needs time to herself, or a<br />
“weekend warrior” battling chronic aches <strong>and</strong> pains, or a person who has always<br />
wanted to try a massage but been nervous about it, Sound Body LLC is the<br />
place for you!<br />
Value: $115 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by Sound Body, LLC, Madison<br />
S805: Essex Signature Facial at The Spa of Essex<br />
This high performance treatment utilizes botanical <strong>and</strong> aromatherapy based<br />
Sonya Dakar products. Each facial is meticulously customized to your skin’s<br />
needs. Whether it is a luxurious pampering treatment or a results-oriented<br />
resurfacing treatment, this facial will be tailored to your skin.<br />
Value: $100 Opening Bid: $50<br />
Donated by The Spa of Essex, Essex<br />
S806: At Home Teeth Whitening/Bleaching System<br />
The latest technology in teeth whitening providing you with a smile you can be<br />
proud of!<br />
Value: $325 Opening Bid: $150<br />
Donated by Dr. Katrina Wall, DMD, Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, Essex<br />
S807: La-Brasiliana Keratin Treatment with Collagen<br />
The experts at Shear Madness will apply this revolutionary process that has the<br />
ability to transform hair to its healthy, shiny state. Certificate may alternately be<br />
used for a cut <strong>and</strong> color.<br />
Value: $250 Opening Bid: $125<br />
Donated by Shear Madness, Old Saybrook<br />
S808: Sanno: Spa Your Way at Saybrook Point Inn<br />
Indulge in Saybrook Point Inn's new Connecticut spa experience, Sanno, with a<br />
massage or 50-minute facial.<br />
Value: $250 Opening Bid: $125<br />
Donated by Shear Madness, Old Saybrook<br />
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<strong>Silent</strong> <strong>Auction</strong> Lots #900-903:<br />
Sports & Fitness<br />
S900: Anytime Fitness Intro Package for 2<br />
Get a boost on your journey to wellness <strong>and</strong> inspire a friend with a one-month<br />
membership for each of you <strong>and</strong> a session with a personal trainer. Registration<br />
fee is waived, but keycard access fee applies.<br />
Value: $478 Opening Bid: $200<br />
Donated by Anytime Fitness, Old Saybrook<br />
S901: Bicycle Tune-Up at Action Sports<br />
Receive a thorough bike tune-up <strong>and</strong> hit the open road on two wheels!<br />
Value: $50 Opening Bid: $25<br />
Donated by Action Sports, Old Saybrook<br />
S902: Valley Shore Martial Arts Fitness Classes<br />
VSMA offers a number of fitness classes that will challenge you<br />
<strong>and</strong> bring out your inner strength. Choose any 2 classes with<br />
these gift certificates.<br />
Value: $40 Opening Bid: $20<br />
Donated by Valley Shore Martial Arts, Centerbrook<br />
S903: Round of Golf for Four, Plus Lunch<br />
Play a full 18 holes with 3 friends at Old Lyme Country Club, plus receive the<br />
use of 2 carts <strong>and</strong> enjoy lunch for four. Includes a Callaway golf sweater <strong>and</strong> golf<br />
accessories.<br />
Value: $425 Opening Bid: $400<br />
Donated by Old Lyme Country Club, Old Lyme; Cars.com<br />
Also up for bid, the beautiful<br />
“Living Décor” provided by<br />
L<strong>and</strong>scape Specialties this evening!<br />
CMS greatly appreciates the support provided by<br />
those listed in the following index. Please consider<br />
shopping local <strong>and</strong> patronizing these fine<br />
establishments.<br />
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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS AND DONORS<br />
Acoustic<strong>Music</strong>.org, Guilford<br />
Action Sports, Old Saybrook<br />
Aegean Treasures, Essex<br />
American Girl<br />
Andre Prost, Inc., Old Saybrook<br />
Angelini Wine LTD, Centerbrook<br />
Anytime Fitness, Old Saybrook<br />
Archambault Insurance, Chester<br />
Astrid Niemelaeinen Couture,<br />
Killingworth<br />
Atlantic Seafood Market, Old Saybrook<br />
Azul Fine Clothing, Old Saybrook<br />
Best Cleaners, Deep River<br />
Beth S<strong>and</strong>ri Integrative Health, Essex<br />
E. Peter & Linda Bierrie<br />
Bloom Art <strong>School</strong>, Centerbrook<br />
Boats Incorporated, Niantic<br />
Brewers Pilots Point Marina,<br />
Westbrook<br />
C&G; Unparalleled Apparel, Chester<br />
Cafe Routier Bistro & Lounge,<br />
Westbrook<br />
Captain Stannard House Bed &<br />
Breakfast Inn, Westbrook<br />
Cartier Optical, Inc., Old Saybrook<br />
Celebrations, Deep River<br />
Centerbrook Architects & Planners,<br />
Centerbrook<br />
Centerbrook Pizza, Centerbrook<br />
Chester Charter, Chester<br />
Chester Village West, Chester<br />
Chestnut Hill Concerts, Guilford<br />
Children's Museum of Southeastern<br />
Connecticut, Niantic<br />
Children's Tree Montessori <strong>School</strong>,<br />
Old Saybrook<br />
Classe Audio, Inc.<br />
Connaughty Chiropractic Center,<br />
Old Saybrook<br />
Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, Essex<br />
Crayola<br />
Suzanne Cristan, Guilford<br />
Dancealife Productions, Westbrook<br />
Daniels Energy, Centerbrook<br />
DaVinci Pizzeria, Old Lyme<br />
Deep River Jewelry Design,<br />
Deep River<br />
Deep River Pizza, Deep River<br />
Dooney & Bourke<br />
Dynamic Flow Healing at New London<br />
Healing Arts Center, New London<br />
Elizabeth's Cafe at Perfect Parties,<br />
Madison<br />
Essex Books, Ivoryton<br />
Essex Dermatology Center, Essex<br />
Essex Detailing & Cellular Phone,<br />
Essex<br />
Essex House of Framing, Centerbrook<br />
Essex Law Group , Essex<br />
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat, Essex<br />
Eve's Addiction, Deep River<br />
Extreme Cleaning & Restoration<br />
Services, Clinton<br />
First Niagara Bank, Centerbrook<br />
Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme<br />
Folly Baked Goods, Deep River<br />
Gabrielle's of Centerbrook<br />
Garde Arts Center, New London<br />
Gather, Ivoryton<br />
Grossman Chevrolet Nissan,<br />
Old Saybrook<br />
Hamilton Point Investments, Old Lyme<br />
Hard At Wood, Westbrook<br />
Homeworks, Old Saybrook<br />
Hudson & Kilby, Essex<br />
International Festival of Arts & Ideas,<br />
New Haven<br />
Ivoryton Tavern <strong>and</strong> Café, Essex<br />
Jacqueline Kangley H<strong>and</strong>bags, Hadlyme<br />
Jessie's Restaurant, Old Lyme<br />
Kariann Price Designs, Deep River<br />
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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS AND DONORS<br />
Katherine Hepburn Cultural Arts<br />
Center, Old Saybrook<br />
Kim Tyler Photography, Old Saybrook<br />
Kramer Portraits/Le Petite Studio,<br />
New York<br />
L<strong>and</strong>scape Specialties, Centerbrook<br />
Leather Man LTD, Centerbrook<br />
Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio &<br />
Gallery, Chester<br />
Liv's Oyster Bar, Old Saybrook<br />
Middletown Ceramic Tile Co.,<br />
Middletown<br />
Mohegan Sun, Uncasville<br />
Muir Electric, Inc., Haddam<br />
<strong>Music</strong>al Masterworks, Inc., Old Lyme<br />
Mystic Seaport, Mystic<br />
Nathan L. Jacobson & Associates, Inc.,<br />
Chester<br />
New Engl<strong>and</strong> Joinery Works, Inc.,<br />
Essex<br />
Northstar Wealth Partners, LLC,<br />
Middletown<br />
Ohanesian/LeCours, Inc., Deep River<br />
Old Lyme Country Clulb, Old Lyme<br />
Old Lyme Inn, Old Lyme<br />
Optometrists, P.C., Old Saybrook<br />
Pasta Vita, Old Saybrook<br />
Paula Merrick, Ivoryton<br />
Penny Lane Pub, Old Saybrook<br />
Pilates for Life, Essex<br />
Polito & Quinn, Waterford<br />
Red Pepper Gallery, Chester<br />
Richard Riggio & Sons , Ivoryton<br />
River Chocolates, Essex<br />
River Tavern, Chester<br />
RiverQuest, Haddam<br />
Rosen & Associates, MA<br />
Safety Zone, Essex<br />
Saybrook Country Barn, Old Saybrook<br />
Saybrook Point Inn & Spa,<br />
Old Saybrook<br />
Scensibles, Essex<br />
SeaSide Wine & Spirits, Old Saybrook<br />
SENNsible Communications LLC,<br />
Essex<br />
Sharon & John Tracy, Old Lyme<br />
Shear Madness, Old Saybrook<br />
Shore Discount Liquors, Deep River<br />
Shoreline Gymnastics, Old Saybrook<br />
Sound Body, LLC, Madison<br />
Stop & Shop, Old Saybrook<br />
Sullivan Financial Group, Centerbrook<br />
Sullivan Lawn Services, Ivoryton<br />
SWAG, Old Saybrook<br />
The Back Porch, Old Saybrook<br />
The Bowerbird, Old Lyme<br />
The Cheese Shop of Centerbrook<br />
The Cupcakery, Chester<br />
The English Lady L<strong>and</strong>scape & Home,<br />
Old Lyme<br />
The Ivory Restaurant & Pub,<br />
Deep River<br />
The Ivoryton Playhouse, Ivoryton<br />
The Red Balloon, Essex<br />
The Spa of Essex, Essex<br />
Tim & Stacie Boyd, Essex<br />
Total Design Source, Old Saybrook<br />
Toys Ahoy, Essex<br />
Valley Shore Martial Arts,<br />
Centerbrook<br />
Water's Edge Resort & Spa,<br />
Westbrook<br />
Westbrook Lodge of Elks #1784,<br />
Westbrook<br />
White Gate Farm, East Lyme<br />
Wilcox Energy, Westbrook<br />
Wyeth Architects LLC, Chester<br />
Yurway Boutique, New Haven<br />
Z Facepainting, Madison