Spring Gala 2014Auction Preview Guide

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Great Gatherings

What is a Great Gathering?

Unique and fun fixed-price events throughout the spring

and summer hosted by PWS parents for members of the

community to gather.

A great way to get together, make a new friend, learn

something new, enjoy time away from school and raise

money for PWS.

Sign up for your Great Gathering only at

the Spring Gala!

HomemadeKombucha

BrewingLearn how to make and bottle your own kombucha with Stephanie Wing-Garcia.

May 17, 2014$30/person includes instructions and starter mushroom

Hosted at the La Cañada home of DeAnne & Don Todd

Ping Pong & Pizza...just for Parents

May 17, 2014$40/person

Hosted by Jennifer Pitt & Andy Mueller, Lars Hens & Josh Ivy at the Pitt/Mueller home in Eagle Rock

Game On!A Ping Pong

tournament, outdoor pizzas on the grill, great

drinks and new friends. A fantastic way to spend a

Saturday afternoon.

Sushi & SakeSushi, Sake, Friends, Laughter

$100/persondate tbd

An elegant dinner at the Pasadena home of Johanna Metzger & Alex Lopez.

ChartingYour

CourseA Look at the

Three Most Important

Positions in Your Astrological Chart

May 3, 2014$50/person

Hosted by astrologer Heidi Rose Robbins at her Glendale home & Veronique Hunziker-

Tschopp

4th of July Spectacular!

The ultimate family July 4th party hosted at the home of the Townley Family

Family Pool Party, BBQ and incredible views of the

Rose Bowl Fireworks

$50/person

Breathtaking views of the fireworks and San Gabriel

Mountains. Kids will love the pool with lifeguard,

tree swing & fort. Parents can relax and socialize with

craft cocktails, wine, and freshly squeezed limeade.

BBQ dinner includes organic, grass fed meat and

vegetarian options

. Get to the Gala early to sign up for this

Great Gathering!

Beeswax & Booze

Learn how to make calendula balm and soap nuts detergent with Maggie Mahboubian then relax poolside with a craft cocktail

Hosted at the Sierra Madre home of Jennifer & Ray Tse

...and Soap Nuts too!

June 1, 2014$50/person

Family Day Hike to Mt. Baden-Powell

An unforgettable summer solstice hike to over 9,300’ in the San Gabriel Mountains with naturalist and photographer John Lichtwardt

June 21, 2014$30/person

Includes refreshments &Nelly’s Energy Truffle Bars!Chewy, Crunchy, Decadent, Delicious, and Yes, they are also Super Nutritious!Available at Whole Foods

LiveAuction

Get ready to raise your paddle high. You’ll never have more fun supporting PWS bidding for amazing items and unique experiences

Amazing Vacations

Handcrafted Oak Pieces

Inspired Art

Unique Experiences

Ultimate Family VacationBachelor Gulch Village in

Beaver Creek, CO

Perfect for ski and summer vacations with family and friends!

Spend a week in heaven at this three-level, six bedroom house

that sleeps up to 12 comfortably.

Donated by the Collins/Allen Family

High in the Rocky Mountains, you will love playing darts and pool in the family/game room complete with wet bar, fireplace, train table, plus plenty of books and toys for the kids. Relax by the fire in the Great Room. Have your breakfast in the eat-in kitchen that opens to the large deck facing the mountains. Easy access to ski trails in the winter and hiking trails in the summer. Complimentary shuttle service throughout Beaver Creek.

A Beautiful You!Donated by Josie Maran & Ali Alborzi

A personalized skincare and makeup session with Josie Maran Cosmetics’ head education and makeup expert. Plus a year’s worth of skincare and makeup!

Nestled against Mount Ventoux is the village of Bedoin, France.In this four-level home that sleeps 4, you can sample world-class wines, take in fields of lavender and sunflowers, shop in open-air markets, enjoy outdoor activities such as bicycling, swimming and hiking, or simply explore the countless medieval villages in the area.

Donated by the Wallace Family

One Week inProvencewith round-trip airfare for 2

www.littlehouseinfrance.com

Relaxation Weekendin the Desert

You’ll never want to leave this beautifully decorated two bedroom condo with its own private swimming pool in Palm Springs for 3 days/2nights.

Donated by the Petrunia Family

Relaxation Weekendin the Desert

A Week Unpluggedin Big Sur

Turn off Pacific Coast Highway and find yourself in this rustic retreat cabin that sleeps 6. Spend your week reading, writing, hiking, beach-combing or just gazing at the majestic trees in one of the most pristine and preserved places in all of California.

Donated by Ruby Moore

A Chrome Plated Bench and a Reader’s Daybed. Own a piece of PWS history from our fallen California Live Oak crafted by some of our talented woodworker parents.

Handcrafted by Jason Hamilton & Bradley Thordarson

Inspired Oak Furnishings

Farmhouse in Tomales Bay

Spend 5 nights with your family waking up to the

sounds of cows mooing and hawks screeching in this

lovely 3BD farmhouse that sleeps 6 in Dillon Beach

overlooking Tomales Bay, an hour drive from San

Francisco. Enjoy kayaking, bike riding, and the freshest

oysters around.

Donated by Nina Hachigian & Joe Day

Portrait of Your Child by Jim ShawThis is a rare chance to get a portrait by an artist (and PWS parent) who has work hanging in MOMA’s permanent collection and has been featured at top museums and galleries around the world. Not just any portrait, this will be an original portrait of your child!

An amazing opportunity!

Donated by Jim Shaw

Fred Eric cooks as if he lives in Los Angeles, and his food has the turbulence, the flavor and the greatness of the City.- Jonathan Gold, Los Angeles Magazine

Dinner Party for 60 People!Planning a big birthday bash? Want to have the best New Year’s Eve Party without the hassle? You will host this incredible gathering for 60 people at Tiara Cafe in Downtown LA, with a fabulous menu created by Chef Fred Eric, complete with organic wine from Solminer Wine, and live entertainment by Cash Up Front (Johnny Cash Tribute Band) led by PWS high school teacher Corby Gallegos.

Donated by Fred Eric/Tiara Cafe, Anna & David deLaski/Solminer Wines and Corby Gallegos

Custom Built Chicken Coop

Eggs won’t get any healthier and local than those you get

fresh every day from your own backyard chicken coop, complete

with a few chicks and mentoring to get you started.

Designed by Bradley Thordarson

Dale Chihuly Framed LithographDale Chihuly’s work in glass, drawing, painting and printmaking has been collected by numerous museums, private collections, corporations, and public institutions. Now you can join that list too with a chance to own an incredible Chihuly print.

Donated by Jennifer & Peter West/Dale Chihuly

Silent Auction

Class projects, Event Tickets, Furnishings, Exquisite Shoes, Doll Houses, Dog Pampering, Pilates, and more.

Dodgers Dugout ClubIf you sit any closer, you’re in the game!

Two Dugout Club tickets including parking, unlimited food and a truly unforgettable

way to see the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Donated by Amy Chu & Michael Robin

Donated by Morgan & Nettie Neville

With an autographed DVD, Soundtrack and

Poster by this PWS parent and Oscar-

winning Director, you’ll feel like you are 20 Feet From

Morgan Neville.

Bid on four pairs of chic and stylish Dolce Vita shoes. You choose from the Dolce Vita catalog of available shoes in your size.

Donated by Lisa Harris and Dolce Vita

It’s Gotta Be the Shoes, Right?

Imaginative Doll Houses

Donated by Gretchen PalmerLovingly Restored by Tina Bolle-Kim

Cutting boards and plattersmade from our fallen oak. Note: items shown are not actual auction items. The woodworkers are hard at work on their pieces!

5 in-home Pilates Mat Sessions

Donated by Julia & Chad Banter and Nelly’s Energy Truffle Bars

PWS Parent Julia Banter is a certified Pilates trainer from Long Beach Dance Conditioning. She has worked with many celebs, pre/post natal mothers, 1st timers to Pilates, and high level athletes. The 5 pack course can be used by anyone, at any level, in the comfort of their own home.

Includes a case of Nelly’s Energy Truffle Bars!Chewy, Crunchy, Decadent, Delicious, and Yes, they are also Super Nutritious!Available at Whole Foods

The Pampered Pooch

Health and comfort for Fido. Dog house, collar, and leash and all natural raw dog food and treats.

Products donated by SuperPets/Markese Family,Food & treats donated by Sojos by Sojourner Farms

The Fortunate Feline

Catnip, Cat Bed, All Natural Cat Food. You’ve got one very lucky cat.

Products donated by SuperPets/Markese Family Food & treats donated by Sojos by Sojourner Farms

The Real Good Chair has a copper plated finish that is intended to patina naturally with handling and age for a unique look.

RealGood Chair

Donated by Blu Dot | Modern Furnishings | 8000 Melrose Ave

ToteThis chic structured tote is crafted in a color-blocked design from smooth leather and detailed with zipped gussets at each side for expanded storage.

Donated by Kenneth Cole | Old Town Pasadena

Safe, skin-soothing essentials for baby and mom. Incredible gift basket full of organic all-natural baby products.

Donated by Episencial | Available at Whole Foods

Rasta Taco Party

$500 Gift Certificate for a catered taco party at your home. Perfect for a birthday or special occasion!

Donated by Rasta Taco

To bid on these amazing items, support PWS and have the time of your life, come to the Gala*. There

is still time to RSVP, so hurry! www.pwsgala.com

*Can’t make it to the Gala but want the chance to bid on an item or sign up for a Great Gathering? Have a relative

or friend that you know would love to bid on some of these items? Let us provide a proxy bidder for you. You

tell us what you want and how high you want to bid. Email development@pasadenawaldorf.org for more info