Anniversary Party

Yamaha Grand Piano GB1

4 Foot 11 Inch Classic Collection Grand Piano

Delivered to Your Home

(delivery within Fairfield County included; for deliveries outside of Fairfield County, additional charges will be due)

Retail Value: $14,395

 
To view this beautiful piano, please visit Dennis Fry (owner and Easton resident) at the Fry’s Piano showroom.

View additional details about this piano.

Value: $11,000

Consigned by Fry’s Piano

Fire Engine Ride to School

Your child and a couple of friends will be picked up at their door step by Firefighter Waugh. They will zoom to any Easton school and arrive in style!

Four children total

One adult chaperone

Lots of fun!

Value: Priceless

Donated by the Easton Volunteer Fire Department

It’s Skating Time!

The recipient may participate in any LEARN TO SKATE or INTRO TO HOCKEY or LITTLE ISLANDER PROGRAM for the entire session. The Rinks at Shelton provides all of the fun and instruction.

Value: $189

Donated by SportsCenter of Connecticut

Four Disney One-Day Park Hopper Passes

Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom await you! If you are planning a trip to Disney World, this is the package for you. Valid until 2012.

Value: $524

Donated by Walt Disney World

Create a Wild and Crazy Ceramic Animal with Mr. Bates

Your child will have a fantastic experience with one-on-one instruction as the creativity flows! After school art sessions with Mr. Bates on Wednesday March 31, 2010.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Allan Bates, SSES Art Teacher

Create a Wild and Crazy Ceramic Animal with Miss Keleher

Your child will have a fantastic experience with one-on-one instruction as the creativity flows! After school art sessions with Miss Keleher on Wednesday March 31, 2010.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Robin Keleher, SSES Art Teacher

Create a Wild and Crazy Ceramic Animal with Mrs. Traggianese

Your child will have a fantastic experience with one-on-one instruction as the creativity flows! After school art sessions with Mrs. Traggianese on Wednesday March 31, 2010.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Amy Traggianese, SSES Art Teacher

Pinnacle Health and Fitness Girls Night Out

You are entitled to invite 9 of your favorite friends to an evening at Pinnacle Health & Fitness for one hour of yoga or pilates mat class. Take time to bond, relax, and enjoy each other’s company while getting a great workout.

Value: $250

Donated by Phil LiCastri, Owner Pinnacle Fitness

Let’s Go Riding at Gray Friesian Farm

1 Horseback Riding Lesson (full hour)

Private Instruction for ages 6 and up

OR two vaulting sessions (gymnastics on horseback) for ages 4-6

Value: $75

Donated by Gray Friesian Farm

Up, Up and Away Private Sightseeing Flight for You

Pilot Timothy Brady takes you up and away to where you want to go. View your town, the Connecticut coastline or perhaps Manhattan and the five boroughs.

One hour private flight aboard a Cessna 210

Up to three passengers permitted

Round trip flight from Three Wing Flying Services, Sikorsky Memorial Airport

Value: $250

Donated by Tim Brady

Birthday Party Time at Next Dimensions Gymnastics

One awesome birthday party for 21 children

Exclusive use of 15,000 square foot gymnastics facility

Two instructors present

Value: $275

Donated by the Powell Family

Samuel Staples Elementary School Principal for a Day

Your child will shadow Mrs. Fox-Santora as she goes through a typical school day. The lucky student will dress professionally and behave respectfully as he/she learns what it takes to run the school. Your child will chat with Mrs. Fox-Santora and enjoy a special lunch brought by the Easton Village Store.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Mrs. Fox-Santora, SSES Principal

Anti-Aging Vela Shape Treatment at Judith Connors Clinical Skin Care

Vela Shape contours, shapes and slims the body

Reduces the circumference of a target area

Elos technology

Treatment session free for holder of certificate

Value: $500

Donated by Judith Connors Clinical Skin Care

Eight “Gentle Waves” Skin Treatments at Judith Connors Skin Care

Photomodulation uses natural wavelengths of light to stimulate cellular activity and reduce signs of aging. New collagen and elastin are produced. Look ten years younger after these eight treatments.

Value: $800

Donated by Judith Connors Clinical Skin Care

Canine Care Package

Your favorite pooch is entitled to a full grooming at Greenfield Hill Dog Grooming. Owner and Easton resident Chris Stone will pick up your pooch for grooming and deliver back home (in Easton only). Pup may also head up to Larkin’s Run for obedience class or an overnight stay at the boarding facility.

Value: $75

Donated by Greenfield Hill Dog Grooming

Two Front Row Seats to “Royal Reality,” the Helen Keller Middle School Play

Be in the center of the battle for the crown! Two FRONT ROW tickets to the performance on Saturday, April 10th at 7 PM at the Joel Barlow High School Auditorium. This hilarious production is fun for all ages and guaranteed to have you laughing out loud! Two tickets are yours. Come on down!

Value: Priceless

Donated by Anne Scrivani, Karen Schweikert, and Sarah Broas (HKMS Teachers)

Spanish Tutoring

0.5 hours of Spanish tutoring to help your child with anything from irregular verbs to indirect pronouns. Great way to prepare for an upcoming test. One:one teaching guarantees great success. HKMS foreign language teacher, Nicole Solis, is here to help.

Value: $50

Donated by Nicole Solis, HKMS Teacher

French Tutoring

0.5 hours of French tutoring to help your child with anything from irregular verbs to indirect pronouns. Great way to prepare for an upcoming test. One:one teaching guarantees great success. HKMS foreign language teacher, Nicole Solis, is here to help.

Value: $50

Donated by Nicole Solis, HKMS Teacher

You are invited…Traditional English Dinner with Special Guests, Tom and Hove Hermann

Mr. and Mrs. Philip Essenhigh invite you and five friends for a memorable evening of traditional English fare and fine wines. Menu includes: Caviar, Champagne, Smoked Trout, Chablis, Roast Beef with all the trimmings, Cabernet, Trifle, Cheese board, and Vintage Port. Enjoy the company of fine friends and our town father, and learn how the English do it in style!

Value: Priceless

Donated by Philip Essenhigh and Andrea Kingsley

To the Front of the Helen Keller Middle School Lunch Line!

Wow! Your middle school student will be the luckiest kid in school. He/she, baring a special VIP pass, will go straight to the front of the lunch line for the remainder of the 2009–2010 school year. Every middle school student’s dream!

Value: Priceless

Donated by Helen Keller Middle School Administrators

Preferred Seating for Your Family at the Helen Keller Middle School Graduation in June 2010

Your family will receive four tickets to sit in the first row at the Helen Keller Middle School graduation ceremony in June. ENJOY the entire graduation day sitting front and center.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Helen Keller Middle School

Very Special Lunch Date for Two Students at HKMS

Two friends will enjoy lunch with Mrs. Parker and Mrs. Kaplan

An opportunity to ask all of those questions and really understand how the school runs

Great learning experience

Catered lunch that will be ordered in advance

Value: Priceless

Donated by Mrs. Parker (HKMS Principal) and Mrs. Kaplan (HKMS Assistant Principal)

Four VIP Front Row Seats at the Helen Keller Band Concert on June 2, 2010

No stress on the night of the show. Show up at the last minute with your VIP tickets in hand and your FOUR seats, front and center, waiting for you. Enjoy the music! Instrumental Concert date is June 2, 2010. Contact Joan Parker at HKMS to obtain tickets prior to the show.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Helen Keller Middle School

Four VIP Front Row Seats at the Helen Keller Chorus Concert

No stress on the night of the show. Show up at the last minute with your VIP tickets in hand and your FOUR seats, front and center, waiting for you. Enjoy the music! Contact Joan Parker at HKMS to obtain your tickets prior to show.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Helen Keller Middle School

Collection of Fine Wines

Veuve Cliquot bucket

One bottle of Yellow Label and one bottle of Rose

Great accompaniment for a fine meal with friends

Value: $120

Donated by Black Rock Wines and Spirits

European Facial at Avance Esthétiques

Enjoy some pampering and treat your skin to luxury. Good for one full European Facial. Located in Sand Hill Plaza in Newtown, Connecticut.

Value: $80

Donated by Avance Esthétiques

The Coach Bag That Every Woman Dreams About

This is the perfect Mothers Day gift

Coach purse, wristlet and scarf accessory included

Style that lasts a lifetime

Value: $400

Donated by Jim and Sue Torres

Complimentary Ticket to a weekend of THRILLS, CHILLS AND MYSTERY

Murder 203 Mystery Festival
April 17 and 18, Easton and Westport Libraries

 
Over 30 mystery authors will be here to share their craft. Meet the authors. Enjoy continental breakfasts, lunch on Saturday, “Cocktails and Crime” reception with the authors Saturday night. All events included with your Complimentary Ticket. Author Mary Jane Clark is the keynote speaker.

Value: $75

Donated by the Easton Public Library

Spaghetti Dinner Tickets for Your Family

You will have six tickets to the seating of your choice for the HKMS Spaghetti Dinner. Planned, cooked and served by our 8th grade class. Mangia! Contact Sarah Broas at HKMS to obtain your tickets.

Value: $60

Donated by HKMS 8th Grade Government

Home Hair Care

Receive two hours of hair care services in your own home. You choose… Ladies cut, color, highlights OR men and kids cuts for the family. Will customize services to suit your family. One visit. Call Maria at (203) 362-7121 to make your appointment.

Value: $200

Donated by Maria Shapiro

Joel Barlow Graduation - June 2010

Your family will receive up to TEN tickets for the graduation—reserved location of YOUR CHOICE. ENJOY the entire graduation day sitting exacty where you like. Winners will contact Jackie Garvey to get special seating (jagarvey@region9ps.org).

Value: Priceless

Donated by Joel Barlow High School

Joel Barlow Graduation - June 2010

Your family will receive up to TEN tickets for the graduation—reserved location of YOUR CHOICE. ENJOY the entire graduation day sitting exacty where you like. Winners will contact Jackie Garvey to get special seating (jagarvey@region9ps.org).

Value: Priceless

Donated by Joel Barlow High School

Fossil Dig With Dick King

Spend a day collecting fossils with Dick King (husband of Jean King, HKMS teacher), who has been collecting and preparing fossils for over twenty years. Up for bid is ONE of the following fossil options:

• Trip near Holmdel, New Jersey to screen gravel in the streams for shark and porpoise fossil teeth.
  Capacity: maximum three people (at least one parent/guardian)
  Date: to be arranged between mid-April to late June
  Travel time round trip: 5 hours
• Trip to open pit quarry north of Binghamton, NY to collect trilobites, gastropods, cephalopods, and a variety of shells, all well preserved.
  Capacity: maximum three people (at least one parent/guardian)
  Date: to be arranged between mid-April to late June
  Travel time round trip: 9 hours
  Collecting time: flexible

Dick King will provide transport by car, boxed lunch, and equipment.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Dick King

Fresh Water Fishing

Spend a day with Dick King, life-long fisherman and husband of Jean King (HKMS teacher) fishing a fresh water pond in northwest Connecticut in a canoe.

Maximum: two people (at least one parent/guardian)

Date: to be arranged between mid-April to late June

Travel time: 3 hours round trip

Fishing time: flexible

Dick King will provide:

• Transportation
• Canoe
• Fishing gear and bait
• Life vests
• Boxed lunch

Value: Priceless

Donated by Dick King

Vacation in Sunny Sarasota for Your Family

Long Weekend in paradise… Enjoy four nights in a three-bedroom, two bath condominium in a private, gated community in Sarasota, Florida. Close to world-famous Siesta Key beach, Lido beach and Longboat Key, as well as the upscale shops and restaurants of St. Armand’s Circle. In addition to many public golf courses, Sarasota offers the Ringling Museum of Art, Botanical Gardens, Mote Marine Aquarium and is only 45 minutes from Busch Gardens, Tampa. The winner should contact Steve or Julie Lutinski at (203) 372-6421 to reserve. School vacation weeks are not available.

Value: $800

Donated by the Lutinski Family

Joel Barlow High School Parking Pass Upgrade

Every Junior’s Dream - Park with the Seniors

During the 2010-2011 school year, your JUNIOR will have an upgraded parking pass so he/she can have a spot in SENIOR LOT all year long. This is an UPGRADE. It is not a free parking pass. Contact Jackie Garvey and/or Mary Ann Sheehy at JBHS to get your upgrade.

Value: Priceless

Donated by JBHS

SportsCenter of Connecticut Day of Family Fun

The winner receives:

• THREE LAZER TAG GAMES
• THREE OPEN SKATE ADMISSIONS
• THREE GAMES OF BOWLING
• THREE BATTING CAGE COUPONS
• ONE ROUND OF MINIATURE GOLF FOR 4

These coupons can be used all in one VERY EXCITING day or during a few different trips to the SportsCenter of Connecticut.

Value: $80

Donated by SportsCenter of Connecticut

Family Fun in Shelton
Golf, Aracde, and Pizza Lunch

Eight people can play a fun round of mini golf. Use up your 12 game tokens for a few free games at the arcade. Then go out for the best pizza in town at Casa Nova Restaurant.

Value: $60

Donated by SportsCenter of Connecticut and Casa Nova Restaurant

Books, Brainstorming, Breakfast with the Author, Elise Broach

Best-selling author and Easton resident Elise Broach will treat two special guests to breakfast at the Blue Bird Inn. Lots of time to discuss books, the writer’s craft, and your own writing ideas. Yours to keep is a basket of books signed by the author. This is every BUDDING WRITER’s dream!

Value: Priceless

Donated by Elise Broach

Totally Out of Hand Custom Made Pin Made From Your Child’s Artwork!

Winner receives a gift certificate for a one figure child artwork pin. Just send Lee your child’s drawing, and she will create a sterling silver pin which will be engraved with your child’s name and age. Lee’s work has been featured in Rosie, Victoria, Yankee Magazine, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and HGTV. Lee teaches at Joel Barlow High School where her students have won numerous state and national jewelry awards.

Value: $125

Donated by Lee Skalkos – Totally Out of Hand, lee@totallyoutofhand.com

Single Malt Scotch Collection

Rarest of the Rare, Glenlochy Single Malt Scotch

Two Riedel Glasses Included

Distillery has Closed - A Very Special Bottle

Value: $200

Donated by Jim and Sue Torres

For Those Who Love Elton John

16 x 20 framed Elton John booklet. This booklet was given out to honor his lifetime achievement award held and given by Yamaha. This very limited booklet is smartly framed, with an Elton John signature - the item is not signed - the autograph is in a smaller window in the matting.

Value: $400

Donated by Dawn and Dennis Fry

Let’s Play Golf at Brooklawn Country Club

Round of golf for three adults. Join member, Paul Pantalena, for a beautiful day at this prestigious private club in Fairfield, Connecticut. To set up your special day, contact Robin Pantalena at rpant@optonline.net.

Value: $300

Donated by Paul and Robin Pantalena

Long Obsidian Silver Lariat Necklace

An elegant handcrafted rope of alternating silver and obsidian beads. At 52 inches long, this stunning silver lariat necklace can be worn in many ways. Wrapped twice around the neck and looped over itself, it catches light - and admiration. Variations in the tiny handcrafted sterling beads give this silver necklace a unique texture and feel. Six large obsidian beads and six varied silver beads at each end of our silver rope; this 'finish' is approximately 3 inches long. All of our jewelry is handcrafted in Peru by artisans that we have personally chosen.

Value: $195

Donated by Tikanchay Imports, LLC

Kitchen Helpers Basket

Environmentally friendly salad crisper

Green tote bag for marketing

Pretty and pink nylon lunch bag

Set of three basting brushes

Stainless steel ice cream scoop

Set of four bag clips

Dahlia glass platter

Cake sickle kit to make 8 individual cakes on sticks

Insulated WARM break basket

Stainless steel spatula

Value: $60

House Cleaning Service for You

Professional House Cleaning by Geanie and Vilma who are highly recommended by Easton families who employ them

A FULL house cleaning, top to bottom

Real luxury for a busy mom!

Value: $150

Donated by Geanie and Vilma

Bee - come the 2010 Princess Bee During the Memorial Day Parade

A fabulous 1965 Plymouth Belvedere ll convertible will carry some lucky Princess Bee through the Memorial Day Parade. Your daughter – and two friends of her choice - could be the winner, wearing a sash, tiara, wand and supplied with ample candy to pass to her adoring admirers! The Princess will be officially “crowned” at the May 20th, 2010 ELF Trivia Bee by the Queen Bee, SSES Principal Kim Fox-Santora. She will be recognized in the Trivia Bee booklet and her photo will appear in the Easton Courier.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Barb and Gary Whitaker and “Uncommon Threads” by Kim Babcock

Piano Lessons with Sarah Sartarelli

Two thirty minute piano lessons in your home

Superior private instruction

Value: $70

Donated by Sarah Sartarelli

Dance, Dance, Dance

You receive $100 gift card to CONNECTICUT DANCE! located in Monroe. Apply this toward various dance classes for children and adults or to a summer dance camp program. CONNEECTICUT DANCE! under the artistic direction of Andrea M. Stratford, a highly trained, experienced professional dance, is dedicated to the instruction of proper dance technique as well as enjoyment of the art. You also receive a canvas dance bag and a $10 gift card to Stage Center, the finest dance apparel store in Fairfield County, located right next to CT Dance!

Value: $125

Donated by CT Dance! and Stage Center

FOUR Baseball Tickets to the New York Yankees vs. Tampa Bay Game on Friday, July 16, 2010 at 7:05 PM in the new Yankee Stadium!

With this auction item you will:

1. Get 4 tickets in section 214 B (Down the First Base line – there’s action all the time!)
2. Pick up the tickets at the “Call Window” prior the game
3. Create a memory
   • by bringing the whole family to the game! or
   • by celebrating your child’s birthday at the game and inviting a couple of his/her friends! or
   • by celebrating with a few friends of your own- you deserve it!!
4. Be in the presence of the 2009 World Series Champions: The New York Yankees
5. Get the satisfaction of knowing you helped Easton kids by donating to the Easton Learning Foundation---priceless

Value: $600

Donated by John Flaherty and the Gilbert Family

Sennen Restaurant Invites You…

Wonderful Japanese cuisine on Main Street in Monroe

Enjoy a night out

Leave your kitchen behind

$50 gift card

“Sennen is one of my favorite sushi restaurants ever… The sushi chefs are always uber-friendly and one in particular always jumps out to say hello as soon as you walk in the door. The service is good and it is busy but you hardly ever have to wait to get seated. They do serve lunch and the one time we went for it, we were the only people there and he made an extra good and big platter for us…”

Value: $50

Donated by Sennen Restaurant

Designs by Jole

A hand strung netted bracelet crafted with black/silver fire beads encompassed by tiny galvanized silver seed beads. The pounded round sterling silver centerpiece makes for a very contemporary look. Sterling end caps on all sides of the netting really finishes the look. A sterling silver magnetic closer with sterling silver chain is added for extra security. So very unique! Will fit any size wrist… designsbyjole can be found in the upcoming March quarterly issue of 203Lifestyle - Modern | Affluent | Living. To see more fine jewelry by Jole visit, www.designsbyjole.com. For more detailed pictures, please visit www.designsbyjole.etsy.com.

Value: $185

Donated by Jole Reed

House Cleaning Service for You

Professional House Cleaning by Geanie and Vilma who are highly recommended by Easton families who employ them

A FULL house cleaning, top to bottom

Real luxury for a busy mom!

Value: $150

Donated by Geanie and Vilma

House Cleaning Service for You

Professional House Cleaning by Geanie and Vilma who are highly recommended by Easton families who employ them

A FULL house cleaning, top to bottom

Real luxury for a busy mom!

Value: $150

Donated by Geanie and Vilma

Dinner for 4 at Panino’s Restaurant at 179 Main Street in Monroe

Includes:

• Fabulous Italian Cuisine (includes two $50 gift certificates)
• 1 bottle of Kendall Jackson Chardonnay
• 1 Bottle of Kendall Jackson Merlot
• An ambiance suited for great conversation, laughter or romance

Enjoy an evening with friends over great wine and wonderful food. What a treat. Right in Monroe. Perfect.

Value: $140

Donated by Paninos Restaurant and the Remmell Family

Turtle Bay Sterling and Turquoise Bracelet

Value: $75

Donated by Turtle Bay

Garden Design Consultation With Margot Abrams

Meet with Margot to discuss your landscape goals. Suggestions will be given for future garden plans. Perfect opportunity to plan out your landscape development with a gardening expert.

Value: $200

Donated by Margot Abrams

Hospital Tour with Dr. Paul Pronovost, Internal Medicine, Nephrology, Waterbury Hospital

This auction item includes:

• A personal tour for two people of Waterbury Hospital guided by this well respected doctor
• A hands-on look at different departments in the hospital “in action”
• A close look at what an Internist/Nephrologist does at the hospital
• Answers to questions you were always waiting to ask
• Getting to know one of Easton’s finest residents, Dr. Paul Pronovost

Note: Please be flexible with a date. A mutually agreed upon date will be determined with Doctor Paul Pronovost.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Dr. Paul Pronovost

Operating Room Experience

This auction item includes:

• An opportunity for a high school student to observe an ACTUAL operation in Bridgeport Hospital’s operating room
• A choice of operation to be viewed as decided by bid winner, i.e.: orthopoedics, gynecology, cardiac, general surgery (breast, gall bladders, intestinal surgery, etc.)

Note: Date will need to be flexible and all viewing arrangements including security will be handled through Dr. Mary Pronovost

Value: Priceless

Donated by Dr. Mary Pronovost

Hospital Tour with Dr. Mary Pronovost, General Surgery, Breast Specialist, Bridgeport Hospital

This auction item includes:

• A personal tour for two people of the Bridgeport Hospital guided by this well respected doctor
• A hands-on look at different departments in the hospital “in action”
• A look at what a General Surgery/Breast Specialist does at the hospital
• Answers to questions you were always waiting to ask
• Getting to know one of Easton’s finest residents, Dr. Mary Pronovost

Note: Please be flexible with a date. A mutually agreed upon date will be determined with Doctor Mary Pronovost.

Value: Priceless

Donated by Dr. Mary Pronovost

CPR/AED Class for 6 People Taught by Gloria Bindelglass, RN

This auction item includes:

Building your Confidence: American Heart Association CPR and AED programs are designed to give you the confidence to respond in an emergency situation with skills that can save a life.

A Class tailored to your groups needs: This American Heart Association Preparedness program in CPR and AED is available for any age and this class can be tailored to the needs of specific groups and individuals. Whether you work with children, want training for employees, are a professional rescuer, or simply want to know how to help someone in an emergency, this class is for you!

A Professional Curriculum: American Heart Association materials are developed in collaboration with leading educational and medical authorities. American Heart Association CPR/AED courses incorporate the latest science for CPR and emergency cardiovascular care, meet OSHA's Guidelines for First Aid and bring you a wealth of educational innovations.

A Certificate: Nationally-recognized course completion certificates are presented to participants who meet the course objectives. The adult CPR/AED class takes about 4.5 hours.

Instruction by a true professional: Your group will be taught by a well respected Emergency Room Nurse and Easton resident, Gloria Bindelglass.

Value: $360

Donated by Gloria Bindelglass, RN

GEMbellishments Lariat

One of a kind lariat in warm tones of carnelian, garnet, raspberry quarts, and Swarovski crystals

45 inches in length and can be worn is many ways for different looks

PERFECT gift for your wife or friend!

Distinctive, hand crafted

Value: $165

Donated by Pamela Raskin of GEMbellishments Jewelry

Photography by John Hill

16 x 20 inch print of the beautiful landscape that has been on display at the Easton Public Library. Image was taken in Antartica and is called "Sublime Twilight." An archival fine art print framed with Museum glass to allow all the beauty of the image to be visible from any angle. If you have not seen it, go to EPL and see it now! AMAZING.

Value: $400

Donated by John Hill

1 Hour Tennis Lesson With Charles, Tennis Director, Trumbull Racquet Club

Charles Akinloye - Director of Tennis
No one works harder or longer hours as a tennis professional than Nigerian-born Charles Akinloye. And no one has more fun doing it! A graduate of Livingston College (NC) with a B.S. degree in Business, he continued on with his education earning a Masters diploma from the University of Bridgeport. He is a former member of his native land's Davis Cup team, and played the ATP Tour for a while. Charles is married to Tanisha and they've been blessed with three children, a son Shyheim and two daughters Unique and Symphony. If you want to turn on a friend to the pleasures of tennis, treat him/her to an Akinloye clinic. No one does it better! He is the Trumbull Racquet Club's secret treasure.

This gift certificate includes:
A 1 hour lesson for up to 4 people with Charles. Enjoy an hour of private instruction or enjoy an hour lesson with friends. Either way, it’ll be intense!! Charles is a popular instructor and is already booked through May - so reserve your lesson soon!

Value: $100

Donated by Charles Akinloye

Financial Second Opinion

You Have an Accountant, Lawyer, Stock Broker & Insurance Agent…
But are your financial affairs coordinated?

 
Financial analyst John Harrington is offering you a financial second opinion on vital financial information that affects you and your family. This service must be used by September 2010.

Value: $3,500–5,000

Donated by John Harrington and Integrated Financial Partners

Two Hours of Electrical Work by a Licensed and Well Known Easton Electrician

Tidewater Electronics is known throughout Fairfield County to be superior in every way. Get that project off your “to do” list now!

Value: $150

Donated by Tidewater Electronics

Round of Golf for Three at the Country Club of Fairfield

Enjoy playing on one of the most beautiful courses on Long Island Sound. A weekday (Tuesday through Thursday) round of golf for three at the Country Club of Fairfield (dates may not be available due to club tournaments). Enjoy one of the most beautiful courses on Long Island Sound. To be used by October 1, 2010.

The Country Club of Fairfield is located on Sasco Hill Road and offers an extraordinary course and wonderful views of Long Island Sound. The layout of this course not only serves as a superb members’ course but also as a challenging venue for tournaments such as the Met Open, the Connecticut Open and the Met PGA Championship. It is rightfully regarded as one of the best in the country. The winning bidder is entitled to have three golfers join Matthew Witherbee, member, in a round of golf.

Value: $400

Donated by the Witherbee Family

Complimentary Oil Change and Maintenance Inspection

W. Jennings Company, European Car Specialists, will treat your car with care: Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, BMW, Mimi, Saab, Volvo.

Value: $115

Donated by Ward Jennings of W. Jennings Company

Two for Golf at Aspetuck Valley Country Club

Two folks will enjoy a beautiful day at this spectacular club in Weston, Connecticut. You can golf Tuesday-Friday. The golf course has just undergone extensive renovation and improvement. Based on course rating, the CSGA rates Aspetuck in the top ten of most difficult courses in Connecticut. Aspetuck has hosted numerous CSGA, MGA and MET PGA championship tournaments as well as the Lessings 4 day AJGA Junior Championship.

Value: $280

Donated by Adam and Cathy Dunsby

V.I.B Seating for the 2nd Annual Trivia Bee

The Event That Everyone is Buzzing About

Come on down and have four FRONT ROW seats waiting for you as you cheer on the teams at the BEE

Thursday, May 20, 2010, 7–9 PM, Samuel Staples Elementary School Cafetorium

Value: Priceless

One Hour Massage…Pure Luxury for You

Massage Envy located on Black Rock Turnpike invites you to an hour of perfect pampering and relaxation. This massage must be used by the end of April 2010. Enjoy yourself!

Value: $50

Donated by Massage Envy

Jewelry Making Lessons Taught by Lee Skalkos

One two-hour session for a group of four

Four friends are invited to the session

Youth ages 11-16 invited

Lessons to be taught in Lee’s studio

All materials provided

Each student will go home with a pair of homemade sterling silver earrings or other similar jewelry agreed to by Lee and the winning bidder

 
Lee is a certified art teacher at Joel Barlow High School. Her students have won Best in State of Connecticut two years in a row. She is very well known for her handmade pins based on each child’s artwork. Lee’s work has been shown on 5 television shows, including national HGTV and was also featured in USA Today. She is on The White House Gift List, and has made a pin for The First Lady. Lee also makes pins for many terminally ill children in hospitals around the country.

Value: $250

Donated by Lee Skalkos

Personal Training With Damien Kessler

Four one-hour personal training sessions in his studio in Redding or in your own home. Damien is the proprietor of Essential Fitness, LLC. With 15 years of experience as a trainer, he will get you on track to fitness. Kickboxing/boxing is his specialty. Personal training certificate must be used by September 2010.

Value: $400

Donated by Damien Kessler, Essential Fitness

Coffee Lovers Delight

Beautiful Keurig coffee maker for individual cups of coffee made with pods (MSRP $159). Starter pack of 24 servings of Green Mountain coffee. Stainless steel coffee mug so you can bring your drink on the go!

Value: $200

Donated by Karen O’Brien

Take Out Dining in Fairfield

You win them all…

• $20 gift card to LC Chen’s
• $15 gift card to Layla’s Falafel
• $20 gift card to Lilac House
• $10 gift card to Billy’s Bakery

This will provide you with several nice lunches or dinners. Leave your kitchen behind. Let these Fairfield eateries do the cooking.

Value: $75

Donated by LC Chen’s, Layla’s Falafel, Lilac House, and Billy’s Bakery

Professional Photography session by Shannon Calvert

A wonderful opportunity to have professional photos done of your children or entire family. Package includes portrait sitting and two 8x10 prints. Contact Shannon at www.hireimagination.com to arrange a convenient time and location for your shoot.

Value: $200

Donated by Shannon Calvert of Hire Imagination

Firewood for You

A half cord of wood, delivered and stacked. Donald Scarborough will do all of the work, and you will enjoy all of the fires. Perfect gift for Dad!

Value: $125

Donated by Donald Scarborough

Hair Cut and Styling

A Look Ahead Hair Designs, 435 Main Street, Monroe (Rite Aid Plaza). Take this opportunity to get your hair cut and styled now! $50 Gift Card for you.

Value: $50

Donated by A Look Ahead Hair Designs

707 on Main for a Lovely Dinner

$100 GIFT CARD for a fantastic dinner. Enjoy!

Value: $100

Donated by 707 on Main

Performing Arts Center of Connecticut (PACC) for Dance, Dance, Dance

Go ahead and sign up for those classes that you have been wanting to take. $250 gift can be applied toward any dance classes.

UPPER SCHOOL - Ballet, Pointe, Pre-Pointe, Partnering, Variations, Men’s Class, Modern, Contemporary, Contemporary Partnering, Dance Composition, Jazz, Turn and Leap, Modern Jazz, Simonson Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, Stretch & Strength.

LOWER SCHOOL - Pre-Ballet & Tap, Ballet & Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Boys Hip Hop.

ADULT CLASSES - Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, Tap, Zumba, Stretch & Strength, Yoga Private Lessons, College Preparation and Choreography.

Value: $250

Donated by Performing Arts Center of Connecticut (PACC)

Harpers of Fairfield

Consigned Items From Harpers of Fairfield

Enjoy these luxurious items all consigned by Harpers of Fairfield.

	2.02 amethyst in 14k white & diamond .18 TDW pendant (stock #KP706AM) This pendant necklace makes a lovely birthday, graduation or Mother’s Day gift. Earrings are also available. Minimum bid: $400, Retail value: $830
	2.42 blue topaz in 14k white & diamond .18 TDW pendant (stock #KP706BT) What a beautiful topaz and diamond necklace! Perfect for any special occasion. Minimum bid: $400, Retail value: $830
	1.36 amethyst in 14k white & diamond .26 TDW earrings (stock #KE679AM) These earrings are lovely and appropriate for lucky women of all ages! Necklace is also available. Minimum bid: $350, Retail value: $696
	1.79 blue topaz in 14k white & diamond .25 TDW earrings (stock #KE679BT) These earrings sparkle and are simply eye catching. Necklace is also available. Minimum bid: $400, Retail value: $796
	2.49 blue topaz in 14k white & diamond .29 TDW pendant (stock #KP708BT) The quality and beauty of this pendant is amazing. Earrings are also available. Minimum bid: $400, Retail value: $822
	14k white & .42 TDW bracelet (stock #8596B) Make it a Mother’s Day to remember with this beautiful diamond and white gold bracelet. This will be a family keepsake that helped ELF. Priceless. Minimum bid: $1,000, Retail value: $2,156
	14k white gold diamond cluster pendant .25 TDW (stock #QP500) Perfect gift for a Communion, Graduation or Mother’s Day. Minimum bid: $300, Retail value: $636
	14k white gold diamond cluster pendant .39 TDW (stock #PD8477W/D-21) Diamonds and white gold - how perfect for every occasion. Minimum bid: $600, Retail value: $1,560
	14k white gold diamond octagon pendant .42 TDW (stock #CIP198) A unique design of gold and diamonds for someone special. Minimum bid: $600, Retail value: $1,216
	14k white gold diamond cross pendant .13 TDW (stock #KP752) Here’s the First Holy Communion gift you were looking for! Minimum bid: $190, Retail value: $378
	14k white & diamond star pendant .25 TDW (stock #KP698) Here’s the lovely bat mitzvah gift you were looking for! Minimum bid: $270, Retail value: $544
	14k white diamond cluster earrings .48 TDW (stock #EA6324WA/D-9) You’ll be elegant in these diamond earrings even in the carpool line! Minimum bid: $520, Retail value: $1,310
	14k white & diamond hoop earrings .55 TDW (stock #HUG31WA-2) Diamonds with style and versatility. These earrings go with everything! Minimum bid: $800, Retail value: $1,995
	14k white & diamond ring 1.20 TDW (stock #QR123E) Minimum bid: $1,300, Retail value: $2,626

Donated Items From Harpers of Fairfield

Enjoy these luxurious items all donated by Harpers of Fairfield.

Tutoring Services for Middle School or High School Student

Well-known tutor, Diana Speier, will tutor your child for 3 hours in 3 sessions. Professional tutor with ten years of tutoring experience. Currently employed with Brunswick School Greenwich and Weston High School as an algebra and a chemistry teacher. Education Services: Critical Reading Skills, Math Skills (Basic, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II), and Sciences (Biology & Chemistry). Contact Diana at (203) 292-6830 to redeem your certificate.

Value: $285

Donated by Diane Speier

Coffee and Pie

Starbucks Classic Coffee Press Set and Two Silvermans Pies (your choice)

This is for the true coffee lover who can brew this coffee just the way she/he likes it. Stop in at Silvermans and order your pies for a special dessert.

Value: $75

Donated by Karen O’Brien and Silverman’s Farm

National Hockey League Hockey Fan Bag

Every hockey lover will want this item!

Beautiful black leather weekend bag with NHL inscription

White Boston Bruins baseball hat signed by Bruins defenseman, Zdeno Chara

Official Program of Winter Classic 2010

Reflections, a photography book of a year in the NHL

Official NHL puck

Value: $150

Donated by the National Hockey League

Yankees Fan Basket

Book: New York Yankees Yesterday and Today

Book: The New York Yankees

Yankees logo textbook cover

Yankees logo notepads

Replica/model of the old New York Yankees Stadium

Set of Yankees coasters

Yankees key lanyard

2 Yankees plastic (ice cream) caps

Yankees baseball

NY Yankees Beanie Bear

Perfect Gift for the Yankees Fan in Your House!

Value: $70

Catered Dinner Party for Six, Catering by Annette

Please let Annette plan and cater your next beautiful dinner party. Make it a truly wonderful evening since you will not be doing all of the work! Annette D’Augelli is a well known, talented Easton chef/caterer who will treat you just right. She will drop the ENTIRE meal, prepared at your home just before the guests arrive. Date of dinner to be worked out with winner. Not available during May 2010. Contact Annette D’Augelli at (203) 452-1656 with any questions and to arrange your party.

Menu:

• Chicken Francaise
• An Assortment of Grilled Vegetables
• Mushroom Risotto Cakes
• Mesclun Salad with Cranberries & Gorgonzola
• Chocolate Mousse Cake

Value: $350

Baseball Opening Night, Bridgeport Bluefish Game

4 Harbor Club seats to Opening Night. Opening Night is April 22 at 7:05 PM. The Harbor Club is our exclusive balcony level seating. Your tickets give you access to the Harbor Club which is a climate controlled area that has 2 TVs, a private bar and balcony seats with the best view in the stadium overlooking the game.

Value: $75

Klix Photo Session

This is the perfect opportunity for you to have your children or your family professionally photographed. This portrait package includes the sitting, 30 plus poses, proof sheets and 5 portrait sheets (e.g. 1 8x10,2 5x7,8 wallets etc.). Photo session will be at Klix Photo Studio at 18 Lindeman Drive in Trumbull with Mike LaChioma.

Value: $140

Season Pass for Four to Joel Barlow Theatrical Production

You are invited… Barlow Theatre Production Staff would like to offer two SEASON PASSES that will allow the recipients to enjoy 3 Barlow productions:

• Spring Show 2010--"Hamlet"
• Fall Musical 2010
• Spring Show 2011

A perfect way to support Joel Barlow Drama as well as your thespian and the Easton Learning Foundation.

Value: $120

Donated by Joel Barlow High School, Barbara Bloom and Ian Cieplik, Producers

4 Red Sox Tickets

This certificate entitles the bearer to 4 tickets to a 2010 Boston Red Sox game at Fenway Park. (Not valid for Yankees games, inter-league games or Opening Day. Date dependent upon availability and to be mutually agreed upon.) These tickets are valued at $75 and are usually for Infield Grand section 19 behind home base - but there are no guarantees.

Value: $300

Donated by Foundation to be Named Later (Theo Epstein’s (Red Sox owner) Foundation)

One Round Trip NY Airport Transfer From Red Dot Limousine Service

Round trip car service to and from one of the NY airports from Red Dot Airport Shuttle.

Value: $350

Donated by Red Dot Airport Shuttle

Rock House Designs

Specializing in custom made window treatments, pillows, slip covers, shower curtains, shams, duvets and wall fabric. Customer will supply fabric. Stacy will make three custom pillows OR two valances with lining, piping, ruffles. There are many styles to choose from. Perfect opportunity to do that home decorating that you have on your list. When you have chosen your fabric, contact Stacy at stacey@cohanelaw.com.

Value: $150

Donated by Stacey Cohane

Test Scores Go Up With This Course!

Revolution Prep group courses give students techniques and strategies to conquer the Math, Reading and Writing sections of the SAT Reasoning Test for only $499 — half the price of our competitors. Group course highlights:

• Meets on local high school campuses
• Classes average around 15 students
• Innovative technology
• The best instructors
• Test Zone® strategies
• Guaranteed 200 Point Score Improvement

The classroom course is comprised of two major components: interactive lectures and practice exams. During the lectures, our instructors review crucial math, reading and writing skills as well as test-taking techniques for each problem type that will allow students to recognize and attack every question on the SAT. Students are also given five practice exams that simulate the official SAT as closely as possible. Each week, students receive detailed feedback and analysis of their practice exams, including specific essay comments targeting the areas that need to be improved. This experience gives students the confidence and comfort level to perform their best on test day.

Value: $499

Donated by Revolution Prep

Autographed Football

Football hand signed by newly re-signed player of the New England Patriots, Kevin Faulk Running Back #33. For his career, he has played in 152 games and has accumulated 3,505 yards rushing on 839 attempts for a 4.2-yard average with 16 touchdowns, caught 418 passes for 3,605 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns, returned 181 kicks for 4,098 yards and two touchdowns and returned 99 punts for 932 yards. He is one of just six NFL players this decade to total 3,000 rushing yards and 3,000 receiving yards (Tiki Barber, Brian Westbrook, Marshall Faulk, Michael Pittman and LaDanian Tomlinson).

Value: Priceless

Donated by Kevin Faulk/Rose Ducharm

2 Red Sox Tickets

This certificate entitles the bearer to 2 Tickets to a 2010 Boston Red Sox game at Fenway Park provided by a season ticket holder. These tickets are valued at $45 each. Choice of a weekend game. Tickets are in Section 17, two seats, right under the first mezzanine… behind home plate on the first base side. The seats are ideal if it is raining or really hot as you are in the shade. The donor has had these seats for 37 years and they are impossible to get! (Not valid for Yankees games, inter-league games or Opening Day. Date to be mutually agreed upon.) Bidder should provide three game choices in order of preference. Contact Karen O’Brien at mkarenobrien@yahoo.com to make arrangements for tickets.

Value: $90

Donated by Stephanie Chisholm

Top Driver Driver’s Education Program

The Silver Program provides 30 hours of interactive classroom instruction plus 8 hours of interactive in-vehicle training (in four 2-hour sessions). Meets state’s minimum training requirements for the classroom. This course includes the 6-hour Drug Alcohol & Safe Driving class and the 2-hour Parent Training class. PARENTS MUST ATTEND THE PARENT TRAINING CLASS WITH STUDENTS UNDER 18 YEARS OLD. Adult students over the age of 18 must enroll in the Parent Training class, but can attend alone. www.topdriver.com

Value: $625

Donated by Top Driver