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The Stanwich School 2015 Annual Benefit Auction Journal A Night at The Casino Friday, April 24, 2015 The Belle Haven Club

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A Night at The Casino

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The Stanwich School 2015 Annual Benefit

Auction Journal

A Night at The Casino

Friday, April 24, 2015The Belle Haven Club

The Stanwich School2015 Annual Benefit

Auction Journal

A Night at The Casino

Friday, April 24, 2015The Belle Haven Club

A NIGHT AT THE CASINO

6:00 p.m. Cocktails Silent Auction Bidding

7:30 p.m. Welcome Steve Lorenz, Chairman, Board of Trustees

8:00 p.m. Dinner

8:30 p.m. Kara Gerardi & Kristine Gigliotti, Benefit Co-Chairs This is Stanwich, presented by our children Live Auction Dessert

9:00 p.m. Dancing

9:15 p.m. King or Queen And the Band Plays on…

10:00 p.m. Silent Auction Closes

10:15 p.m. Checkout Begins

FROM OUR CHAIRMAN

On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I would like to welcome all of you to the Stanwich School’s Annual Benefit. Tonight is a highlight of the year for the Stanwich

community as we come together in what promises to be another fun, memorable evening. We are very thankful for the many generous contributions that you and others have made to the auction. Proceeds from the live and silent auctions go directly toward Stanwich’s bottom line and the enhancement of our programs.

There is much to celebrate this evening. With the successful integration of the Upper School at 257 Stanwich Road this fall, The Stanwich School became the only Pre-K to 12 coeducational independent school in Greenwich. Bravo to all!

Tonight we celebrate Stanwich’s talented, committed and caring faculty and administration

and generate the support they need to continue their mission. Every day Stanwich teachers foster a culture of excellence through a powerful combination of balanced, yet rigorous academics with a true emphasis on character education that runs throughout the school. Stanwich is … Balance. Rigor. Excellence.

The festivities this evening are the result of many dedicated parent volunteers working tirelessly for several months. I would like to recognize Kara Gerardi and Kristine Gigliotti for their positive leadership as co-chairs of the benefit committee. Please join me in reaching out to all the parent volunteers who worked so hard to coordinate the auction items, solicit ads for this journal, decorate the room and took the initiative on other details to ensure that tonight’s event is a memorable success. Thank you for your generosity of time, spirit and support.

Steve Lorenz Chairman of the Board

FROM OUR HEAD OF SCHOOL

Dear High Rollers,

All hearts on deck! Or so goes the mixed metaphor. It is a good bet that everyone will have a spectacular time this evening, but let’s put our cards on the table. The

winning hand goes to our superb co-chairs Kara Gerardi and Kristine Gigliotti who so magnificently planned, organized and executed this evening. To both of them, our heartfelt thanks. Special thanks as well to all those donors and sponsors who chipped in and have added the i r suppor t w i th promotional ads in this journal, auction and bid items, and offered services. For all of you, please know how much Stanwich appreciates your generosity. But let’s not stop there! You are all aces, kings and queens with great Stanwich hearts! Please be our guest to help make this benefit the most successful night in our 17-year history! Benefit proceeds will help our fine

school advance the student experience with athletic and extracurricular enhancements! How blessed our children are to be learning at Stanwich. How blessed our faculty and staff are to have your great support.

Double or nothing!

Paul Geise Head of School

FROM OUR BENEFIT CHAIRS

Dear Parents and Friends,

Welcome to The Stanwich School’s 2015 Benefit, “A Night at The Casino”. It has been our distinct privilege to co-chair this event for our amazing school. Seeing the entire Stanwich community come together over the past months to make “A Night at the Casino” a reality has been a truly rewarding experience. This role has given us the opportunity to embrace the unique spirit of this remarkable school as well as help raise funds that will build towards its future.  Tonight we will celebrate our school, our talented teachers and staff as well as the parent community that makes Stanwich such a special place.

We are most grateful to our talented committee who has done a wonderful job making this event a reality.   Their creativity and enthusiasm for our school is unparalleled and the success of “A Night at The Casino” is a reflection of that. Thank you all for the countless hours of work you put forth to make this event so special.

Thank you to our Board of Trustees for their leadership and unwavering support of this event. We extend a heartfelt thanks to the teachers and staff at Stanwich, and of course our Head of School, Mr. Paul Geise, who collaboratively continue to make our school a very special place for our children. This event would have been impossible without the support of the Communications and Advancement offices. A million thanks to all of the parents who generously donated to their class gift and to the class representatives who helped make them happen. A huge thank you to our donors and underwriters, without you this evening would not be possible.

Most importantly, thank you all for supporting this evening and our school. Please raise your paddles high, bid high and bid often!  All proceeds benefit our children and the school we all love so much!

We hope you have a wonderful time at The Casino!

Kara Gerardi Kristine Gigliotti

OUR 2015 BENEFIT COMMITTEE

BENEFIT CHAIRS Kara Gerardi and Kristine Gigliotti

AUCTION CO-CHAIRS Natalie De Munnynck Karen Richard

DÉCOR CO-CHAIRS Amy Andrews Jennifer Servedio

JOURNAL CO-CHAIRS Karen Colella Elizabeth Fitts Janette Root

ENTERTAINMENT Stefanie Jampole

MARKETING Melinda Lorenz Heather Benn

VIDEOGRAPHY Naomi Azrak Hope Mihailovich

GRAPHIC DESIGN Julie Newcomer Claire Maestroni

COMMITTEE MEMBERS Lisa Bailey Cassidy Kristen Beckman Tiffany Benincasa Francesca Santorelli Breheney Elin Collins Diane Davol Jennifer Frascella Kimberly Harke Cheryl Heike Suzanne Hisler Janine Kennedy Ayesha Khan Marli Meier Morgan Melnikoff Greta Messina Dara Miles Thais Recarte Lynn Schwartz Helen Servick Kristin Taylor Maureen Vitanza

OUR UNDERWRITERS AND EVENT SPONSORS

We would like to extend a special heartfelt thanks to our underwriters who helped make A Night at the Casino possible through their generous donations.

Naomi and Greg Azrak Caroline Brecker and Jon Yenor Amy Carbone Lisa and Kevin Cassidy Rachel and Peter DaPuzzo Danielle and John Esposito Jennifer and Anthony Frascella Kara and Michael Gerardi Kristine and Gregory Gigliotti Katey and Steven Goldberg Cindy and Philippe Hatstadt David Hunt and Thais Recarte Hilary and Jan Karst Annika and Aaron Kennon Dara and Thomas Miles Karen and Andrew Richard Brice and Laurence Russian Diane and Ed Sebold Jane and Igor Shindel Joyce and Anthony Uzzo Maureen and Lance Vitanza Caroline and Glenn Weiser Julia and Edward Weld

OUR DONORS

Alan Abrams Chess ALOR American Portrait Artist Richard Cook Ms. Amy E. Andrews Animal Embassy LLC Art View New York ASHA by ADM The Azrak Family Audrey Blake Photography Babbo Baccarat Bar'lees Wine and Whisky Bar The Bastianich Family Benefit Cosmetics The Benincasa Family BLINK Blue Hill Restaurant BMW Darien The Breheney Family The Brien Family C. Parker Gallery Calypso St. Barth The Capitol Theatre The Carbone Family The Cassidy Family Chelsea Piers CT Chuckies New York The Clark Family Classic Kids Photography Competition Imports/ Rich Coviello Core Pilates Greenwich The Cohen Family The Collins Family Mr. Daniel Combatti Dance Adventure/ Dance Center of Greenwich Delamar Hotel DG3 North America

Dinosaur BBQ Ms. Laura Dianis Mrs. Peggy Dickinson Mrs. Kate DiMinno Mr. Michael DiMinno Dream Spa & Salon Empy's Day Spa ESF Summer Camps The Evans Family Exhale Stamford Ms. Jamie Falk Farrell Limosine Service Food Design Catering and Events The Frascella Family The Geise Family The Gerardi Family The Gigliotti Family The Goldberg Family Mr. Kreg Gotschall Graham’s Great Stuff Greenwich Greenwich Bicycles Greenwich Music The Hatstadt Family The Hermitage Club The Honorable Jim Himes The Hisler Family The Hittle Family Hopscotch HW Dressage LLC The IH Team The Jampole Family Jay Ackerman Photography Jewelbilee Kaia Yoga Katie Fong LLC Mr. Peter Katona Kelsey Farm

The Kennedy Family The Khan Family The Kovalev Family The Laitala Family The Lange Family The Lapine Family Le Fat Poodle l'escale Letterset Little Pub The Long Family The Lorenz Family Mantra Yoga Marc The Music Man Marcia Selden Catering & Event Planning The Messina Family Brian Miller Jerome Murphy Mark Milostan Massage Envy of Rye Brook, NY Mrs. Meghan Mallin Messineo Painting Inc. Naturallyou by Terry Conrad LLC Noelle Spa for Beauty and Wellness OGRCC Pasta Vera The Paradiso Family The PE Faculty The Perez Family The PH Team Prema Healing Touch LLC Punch Fitness Mr. Keith Radcliffe The Raezer Family

The Richard Family Richards of Greenwich The Rosenbaum Family Rossano Ferretti Hairspa Rudy's Executive Transportation Saks Fifth Avenue Salon O The Santorelli Family The Schwartz Family The Servick Family The Servedio Family Ms. Erica Silbert The Simko Family Soul Cycle Splash Car Wash Sugar Bee Catering Tarry Market The Tejpaul Family Tredici Restaurant Two Road's Brewery The Upper School Team UrLife The Vitanza Family Versailles Patisserie Voce Di Greenwich Warren Tricomi Greenwich Whitebridge Farm Productions The Wiegenfeld Family Winston Flowers Mrs. Lindsey Wohl Dr. Caroline Worra Worth New York Your Ticket Place Inc. Zaniac Greenwich

We would also like recognize and thank the 100+ families who gave to their class gift.

ABOUT THE AUCTIONEER

David Smith is pleased to be joining all the parents and friends of The Stanwich School for the exciting 2015 Benefit. For a number of years, David has hosted Cablevision’s “Meet the Leaders”, a TV interview program talking with Connecticut leaders about local, regional and statewide issues on Channel 84.

During his more than 20 years on News12 CT, David was seen anchoring the news and co-hosted The Exchange, where he conducted over 20,000 interviews with people of interest to the area from around the region and the world. For more than 21 years, he woke up Fairfield County, as the morning host on 1350 WNLK. David was also heard on “David Smith’s Exchange” a daily radio talk show on WICC 600. In addition, David’s image and voice can be seen and heard both on the television and over the radio airwaves in commercial voiceovers as well as corporate videos.

David Smith has assisted many community organizations serving as Emcee and Auctioneer throughout the tri-state area including, The Carver Center, Elderhouse, Fairfield Prep, Circle of Care, The Norwalk Mayor’s Ball, and many more. He conducts weddings as Justice of the Peace, is a Registrar of Voters, hosts corporate events, as well as non-profit fundraisers and benefits.

David was born and raised in Irvington on Hudson, New York, attended schools in New York and Virginia and college at Princeton University. He lives in Easton with his wife Susanne, daughters Alexis and Taylor, and Chocolate Lab, Chatham.

LIVE AUCTION RULES

The property offered in this live auction sale will be offered and sold by The Stanwich School. Any questions should be directed to The Stanwich School and not to David Smith who serves merely as an auctioneer for Stanwich in conducting the Auction Sale.

A live auction bid is entered by raising your paddle and being recognized by the auctioneer.

The auctioneer has the right to determine increments on each item. Any item not sold at a satisfactory price may be withdrawn at the option of the auctioneer.

The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the event of any dispute between the bidders, the auctioneer shall have sole and final discretion to determine the winning bidder.

The title to each article passes to the highest bidder on the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer. The purchaser assumes full risk and responsibility.

SILENT AUCTION RULES

All items in the silent auction have an item number associated with them. Enter the item number into your Smartphone or IPad to bid on the item.

If you are not able to attend on the evening of the event, you may participate online or using your Smartphone or IPad up until the close of the auction on the night of April 24, 2015.

Each incremental bid amount is displayed on BidPal and constitutes a valid bid.

Each new bid must be entered into the BidPal system (or a Maximum Bid may be set to allow the system to bid on your behalf).

Only an authorized person may nullify a bid.

Unless otherwise specified, all auction items and services must be used by April 24, 2016.

Purchasers are asked to respect times stipulated by donors and not request changes. Donors should be contacted within 30 days.

Payment by successful bidder must be made by pre-swiping credit card at registration or at checkout. Visa, MasterCard and Discover payments are encouraged. American Express is also accepted.

All sales are final.  There will be no exchanges or refund.  Please read specifications and limitations carefully.

The Stanwich School warrants neither the quality nor the value of the items offered for auction.

The purchaser assumes full risk and responsibility for any service, trip or item acquired and will not hold The Stanwich School responsible or liable.

All item contact information may be picked up after payment has been received.

In the event of a dispute, the Auction Chairman shall act as the final authority and shall determine the winning bidder. Her decision shall be final.

KING OR QUEEN RULES

Benefit attendees purchase a poker chip for $50 to participate in the game Kings or Queens.

The auctioneer has a deck of cards filled with only King and Queen face cards.

On opposite sides of the dance floor, you will find a giant King or Queen card. When prompted, each player must choose either “King” or “Queen” and stand by the card of their choice.

The auctioneer will pull a card form the deck and announce whether it is a “King” or a “Queen.” Players standing by the selection will remain in the game while the others will sit down.

If a player wishes to remain in the game they can opt to “buy in” by purchasing another chip for $50. Players may only buy back in in the round successively following their elimination. This will repeat until the Final Round. The Final Round will be determined by the auctioneer when there are approximately 12 players left in the game.

The game will continue to play out until a winner is determined.

The winner will receive a round-trip flight and four-day stay at Casa de Campo Resort and Spa for two in the Dominican Republic. Runner up will receive two tickets to any show at The Capitol Theater in Port Chester, New York.

KING OR QUEEN PRIZES

WINNER: FOUR NIGHTS PLUS ROUND TRIP AIRFARE AT THE CASA DE CAMPO & RESORT & SPA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

You and one guest will hop on a direct JetBlue flight from JFK to La Romana Airport, take a 5-minute taxi ride, and arrive in the pristine 7,000-acre Casa de Campo Resort & Spa. Casa de Campo is a tropical gem on the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic, unlike any other Caribbean destination.  For the avid golfer, Casa de Campo also boasts three of the most challenging golf courses in the game: Teeth of the Dog, The Links, and Dye Fore.  All three courses were designed by Pete Dye, World Golf Hall of Fame member, and one of the world’s most renowned golf course architects.  

Spend your mornings on the links, and explore the resort’s private beaches, pools, spa, tennis, riding, or boating in the afternoons.  This package includes round trip airfare on JetBlue, and 4 nights in the Pete Dye Golf Lodge.  

Restrictions: Resort nights may be redeemed between May 1, 2015 and December 15, 2015.  JetBlue tickets may be used anywhere that JetBlue flies and expire on January 26, 2016.

Donated by: Competition Imports & Rich Coviello

RUNNER-UP: TWO TICKETS TO ANY SHOW AT THE CAPITOL THEATRE

You and a guest will be singing and dancing on the floor at the concert of their choosing with two General Admission tickets for any show at Westchester’s own rock palace, The Capitol Theatre.  This renovated and updated historical theatre is an ideal venue for live concerts. 

Restrictions: Show must have a General Admission ticket option. Tickets must be redeemed by April 24, 2016.  Tickets may not be available for sold out performances.  

Donated by: Stefanie & Matthew Jampole

Live Auction

LIVE AUCTION 1. SEACLUSION: DREAMY WEEK AT LUXURIOUS 7 BEDROOM OCEAN FRONT VILLA AT JAMAICA’S EXCLUSIVE TRYALL CLUB Donated by: Hilary & Ara Cohen You’ll feel like you’ve landed in paradise during your week at Seaclusion, a luxurious oceanfront home in Jamaica’s exclusive Tryall Club. This seven bedroom and seven bathroom home boasts vistas that encompass the length of the coastline, lushly landscaped gardens, and luxuriously designed sea-toned interiors completely renovated in 2014. Take a dip in the infinity pool, or spend the afternoon on your own private beach.

Chef Delroy, with his skilled and experienced hands, will prepare wonderful meals while Sean, the butler, brings you cool drinks before you realize that a cool drink will hit the spot! Laundry is done at your convenience every day. A housekeeper and gardener will welcome your visit as well. Seaclusion features Wi-Fi, Sonance music systems, a media room, multiple golf carts, kayaks, lawn games and all the comforts of 5-star living.

To see additional photos and learn more about this spectacular villa, please visit: www.tryallclub.com/property/Seaclusion.

Restrictions: Week may be used from May 1, 2015 – September 30, 2016, must be mutually agreed upon, and excludes school holidays. Due to the demand for this villa, it is strongly encouraged that a reservation be made early. Resort fees, food & beverages costs, activity fees for golf, tennis, spa services, etc. are additional and must be paid by the buyer at time of service. Suggested tips for the staff are 10% of the weekly rate and should be paid by the auction winner at the end of their week’s stay. VALUE: $28,000

2. ONE-YEAR INTRODUCTORY MEMBERSHIP TO THE HERMITAGE CLUB AT HAYSTACK MOUNTAIN, VERMONT Donated by: The Hermitage Club

Have you ever wished you could share the classic New England ski experience with your family and friends, without waiting in a single lift line? Have you dreamed of teeing off whenever you please at a world-class, Desmond Muirhead designed golf course with pristine Green Mountain views in all directions? What about private access to a 1,400 acre mountain enclave you can enjoy year-round, complete with a brand new 80,000 square foot luxury clubhouse, which offers fine dining, spa services, locker rooms, and state of the art fitness facilities? The Hermitage Club, Vermont’s only private mountain resort, is waiting to grant you this and more as part of a one-year introductory membership.

Benefits will include unlimited use of the Haystack Alpine Ski Mountain for the primary member – not to mention one hundred skier guest passes, for family members & guests – as well as unlimited use of the Hermitage Golf Club for the primary member & his or her family, and ten complimentary rounds of golf for guests. If the auction winner decides to convert to a Family Legacy membership, the amount paid for the trial membership will be deducted from the initiation fee (up to a maximum of $15,000). This is a “win-win” for all parties. Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall, you’ll fall in love with The Hermitage Club!

Restrictions: Offer only valid for one-year membership. Membership starts on 4/24/15 and valid for one year. Membership is non-transferable; multiple families may not share a membership, previous trial members are ineligible. VALUE: $15,000

3. PRIVATE DINNER FOR 12 AT BABBO’S WINE CELLAR Donated by: The Bastianich Family

An experience money cannot buy: Dinner for 12 in Joe Bastianich and Mario Batali’s Private Wine Cellar at Babbo Ristorante e Enoteca, located at 110 Waverly Place in New York City. You will begin with a glass of bubbly in Babbo’s private wine cellar, then be seated in Joe and Mario’s exclusive Cantina Dining Room (which is never made available to the public) for a decadent seven course dinner. Chef Mario Battle’s signature lusty Italian dishes will be paired with wines chosen by James Beard Award Winning wine expert Joe Bastianich.

Restrictions: To be held on a mutually agreeable date. May not be redeemed during the holiday season. Expires on April 24, 2016. VALUE: PRICELESS

4. FUN IN THE SUN AT THE EXCLUSIVE OCEAN REEF CLUB IN KEY LARGO, FLORIDA Donated by: Lisa & Kevin Cassidy

Far to the south and the east, on the remote northern tip of the island of Key Largo, you will find the Ocean Reef Club. Surrounded on three sides by ocean and bays, and by protected tropical forests and parks on the fourth, the Club is the legendary playground of presidents, heads of state and business executives who have discovered its wealth of recreation - world class fishing and diving, championship golf courses, tennis, a magnificent marina and a private island with a beach as beautiful as any you’ll find in the Caribbean. The Ocean Reef Club is a perfect getaway with its superb lodging, variety of restaurants and lounges, shopping, cultural events and activities.

The lucky winners of this auction will spend five days and four nights in a two bedroom, waterfront condo and will enjoy a plethora of activities including a private 1/2 day deep sea fishing trip aboard a 60' Bertram sport fish accompanied by a world class captain, a round of golf for two, a salon gift card, and a half day snorkeling on a dive boat for four guests.

Restrictions: May be used at a mutually agreed upon date. May not be redeemed during the December break. Advanced reservations strongly suggested. VALUE: $7,000

5. NEW YORK GIANTS: X-TREME EXPERIENCE Donated by: Mark Carbone

Go Big Blue! Cheer on the New York Giants from the Coaches Club luxury box seats – a fan experience like no other in the NFL. Winners receive four field level tickets to a mutually agreeable home game during the 2015 – 2016 season. During the game, you will have access to the Coaches Club. This in-door lounge features big screen televisions, gourmet dining and a candy buffet! Step outside to the Coaches Club’s exclusive patio and watch the game from behind the Giants bench. Stay after the game ends to watch players' and Coach Coughlin's postgame press conferences. VALUE: PRICELESS

6. TOUR OF THE CAPITAL BUILDING & LUNCH WITH THE HONORABLE JIM HIMES Donated by: The Honorable Jim Himes

Our Capital is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. This is a rare chance for your family to take in and enjoy a personal tour of the historical United States Capital building with Representative Jim Himes. After the tour, your family will join Congressman Himes for lunch in the Members Dining Room. This is a great opportunity for your family to get an up-close and personal view of how Congress works, how this magnificent building was built and how Americans can participate in representative democracy. Date to be mutually agreed upon. VALUE: PRICELESS

Silent AuctionStanwich Adventures

Excursions & Vacations

Food & Wine

Arts & Entertainment

Sports

Lifestyle

Visual Arts

Kids

Parties, Parties, Parties

STANWICH ADVENTURES

101. MILITARY MUSEUM VISIT WITH MR. DIMINNO! Donated by: Michael DiMinno

Relive the past with a teacher whose expertise in military history is unparalleled and whose passion is contagious! Climb aboard tanks and armored vehicles that were active in our nation’s conflicts. Mr. DiMinno will take your student and two friends to lunch and a guided tour of the Military Museum of Southern New England in Danbury, CT. One parent will provide transportation and attend lunch and the museum visit. Excursion must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. For fourth graders and above. No more than three students may participate in the visit. VALUE: PRICELESS 102. CAMP OUT FOR KIDS AT THE STANWICH CAMPSITE Donated by: Paul & Robin Geise, The Benincasa Family, The Simko Family, and The Lapine Family

As the nights get warmer and the days longer, it is time for a real camp out. And, what better place than in our school’s back yard! And, who better to organize and supervise than, Head Master Geise, acclaimed Boy Scout Leader Jamie Benincasa, and camp-out aficionados Tiffany Benincasa and Mike Simko. All the lucky children need to bring is their sleeping bag, pj’s and flashlights. Jamie will tend to the grill and serve up steak sandwiches, Jamie burgers, and corn dogs. A full ration will be provided to each camper and extras will be allotted to parents, who are welcome to stick around for dinner! The evening will include a scavenger hunt, story telling & S’more making around the campfire. Stargazing encouraged. The winner of this auction will receive a portable Weber gas grill in Stanwich Blue, which will be perfect for future camping endeavors. Team up with your student’s friends to host what is sure to be a memorable evening! Grades 2 – 6 only; 14 children maximum. Date to be mutually agreed upon; expires September 1, 2015. VALUE: PRICELESS

103. WHO’S THE BOSS? PRIMARY HOUSE EDITION Donated by: Meaghan Mallin, Dr. Caroline Worra, Laura Dianis, and the PH Team

The lucky child of this Jackpot winner will become “Head of Primary House” for a day. He or she will dress in “professional clothing,” greet students with a hand shake as they are dropped off in the morning, lead the morning assembly in front of the entire primary house, visit PH classrooms with Mrs. Mallin, eat lunch in Mrs. Mallin’s office, and supervise dismissal. In advance of this special day, your student will meet with Dr. Worra to plan the morning’s assembly. He or she will receive a bag of Stanwich goodies, and highlights of the day will be photographed to preserve memories of this once in a lifetime experience. To be held on a mutually agreeable weekday, Fridays excluded. PH families only. VALUE: PRICELESS 104. WHO’S THE BOSS? INTERMEDIATE HOUSE EDITION Donated by: Meaghan Mallin, Kreg Gotschall, Laura Dianis, and the IH Team The lucky child of this Jackpot winner will become “Head of Intermediate House” for a day. He or she will dress in “professional clothing,” greet students with a hand shake as they are dropped off in the morning, lead the morning assembly in front of the entire intermediate house, visit PH classrooms with Mrs. Mallin, eat lunch in Mrs. Mallin’s office, and supervise dismissal. In advance of this special day, your student will meet with Mrs. Mallin and Mr. Gotschall to plan the morning’s assembly. He or she will receive a bag of Stanwich goodies, and highlights of the day will be photographed to preserve memories of this once in a lifetime experience. To be held on a mutually agreeable weekday, Fridays excluded. IH families only. VALUE: PRICELESS 105. LET THE GAMES BEGIN! PE TEACHER FOR A DAY! PRIMARY HOUSE EDITION Donated by: PE Faculty If Physical Education is a highlight of the day for your budding athlete, this opportunity will be a dream come-true! In preparation for the big day, the PE staff will meet with your son or daughter to plan out the class’s activities, and on their appointed day, the PE teachers will abdicate their responsibilities and allow your child to lead their classmates in their favorite PE activities. VALUE: PRICELESS

106. LET THE GAMES BEGIN! PE TEACHER FOR A DAY! INTERMEDIATE HOUSE EDITION Donated by: PE Faculty If Physical Education is a highlight of the day for your budding athlete, this opportunity will be a dream come-true! In preparation for the big day, the PE staff will meet with your son or daughter to plan out the class’s activities, and on their appointed day, the PE teachers will abdicate their responsibilities and allow your child to lead their classmates in their favorite PE activities. VALUE: PRICELESS 107. PRIMARY HOUSE HOLIDAY SHOW VIP Donated by: The Stanwich School No need to worry about parking or seating at the 2015 December Holiday Program! Drive to school minutes before the show begins and pull into your reserved parking spot. No need to sprint to the show, as you’ll hear those sleigh bells jingling from four front row seats that have been reserved especially for you. No more photos of someone’s head obstructing the view of your precious angel or shepherd; you have the best seats in the house! VALUE: PRICELESS 108. INTERMEDIATE HOUSE HOLIDAY SHOW VIP Donated by: The Stanwich School No need to worry about parking or seating at the 2015 December Holiday Program! Drive to school minutes before the show begins and pull into your reserved parking spot. No need to sprint to the show, as you’ll hear those bells jingling from your four front row seats that have been reserved especially for you. No more photos of someone’s head obstructing the view of your precious vocalist; you have the best seats in the house! VALUE: PRICELESS

109. WILDWOOD WACKY SCIENCE Donated by: Erica Silbert, Jaime Falk, and Peggy Dickinson What better place to host a wild science party then at Wildwood Cottage? Science is all about asking questions and testing out theories. During this fun hands-on science program, we will use the scientific method to test the validity

of certain scientific theories, and adages just like professional scientists on the Discovery Channel show Myth Busters. Along with ideas from Steve Spangler, an educational scientist we will perform our own experiments in small rotating stations so each child will have an enriching experience. Lab coats and science goggles will make each budding scientist feel like they are in a lab of their own! Join us to get messy, slimy and sticky while making things pop, fizz, and explode!

Can be used as a birthday party or a special afternoon. Pizza lunch included. May be held directly after school on Friday May 1st, May 15th, May 22nd, or May 29th. Up to 15 children. VALUE: PRICELESS 110. EVERYONE WINS AT A BOWLING PARTY WITH OUR 2ND & 3RD GRADE TEACHERS! Donated by: Brian Miller, Kate DiMinno, Daniel Combatti and Lindsey Wohl Who will lead the winning team? Your student and up to 15 friends will head to the brand new BowlMor Lanes in Norwalk, and will be greeted with pizza and treats with our game ready 2nd and 3rd grade teachers. A wonderful way to celebrate a birthday, or the end to a fabulous school year. To be held on a mutually agreeable Friday and may be used through the 2015-16 academic year. Party duration 1 hour and 30 minutes. Transportation not included. For Primary House only. VALUE: PRICELESS 111. “MINUTE TO WIN IT” SPECTACULAR Donated by: The IH Faculty Which grade will be it be? Fourth? Fifth? Sixth? If you are the winning bidder your student’s entire GRADE will enjoy a pizza lunch and “Minute to Win It” contest with the IH Faculty team on a Friday afternoon. This one is for IH students only – and only one grade will win! Prizes for participants and challenges galore! Talk to other parents, form a bidding consortium, and make sure it’s your student’s grade. Failure to be the highest bidder may result in…elimination! May be used through the 2015-16 academic year. VALUE: PRICELESS

112. MUSICAL PARTY WITH DR. CAROLINE WORRA & MR. KREG GOTSCHALL Donated by: Dr. Caroline Worra and Mr. Kreg Gotschall Is the IH Break-out your son or daughter’s favorite day of each term? If yes, this opportunity will feel like a royal flush for your budding musician! Put together a band and learn a song with our very own Grammy nominated opera singer and guitar player extraordinaire or make it an afternoon of Karaoke. This party may be tailored to the age and interests of the participants. Lunch & desserts catered by Corbo’s deli. Invite all the parents to watch your performance at the end of the party. Party may include up to 15 students, and date to be mutually agreed upon. Expires April 24, 2016. VALUE: PRICELESS 113. THE BEST DAY OF UPPER SCHOOL ADVISORY EVER! Donated by: Jerome Murphy & the Upper School Team Turn the ordinary into the extraordinary! Take a "High School Special," combine it with Mr. Murphy's legendary chocolate chip cookies, and add on an awesome game of dodge ball, capture the flag or the game of your choice. What do you get? The best day of advisory and study hall ever! If you are the top bidder, your student's advisory group will enjoy lunch from Garden Catering and a platter of Mr. Murphy's homemade cookies. Afterwards, your advisory will enjoy the freedom of recess outdoors while the remainder of the Upper School attends study hall. So contact the other parents in your student’s advisory group and make sure you are the winning bidder. VALUE: PRICELESS 114. INSPIRATION STRIKES: BOWLING BONANZA WITH MR. MILOSTAN Donated by: Mark Milostan Ten Upper School students will enjoy an afternoon at the upscale BowlMor Lanes with their favorite Latin teacher, Mr. Milostan. Snacks, soda, and hopefully a few strikes! This is sure to be a day your Upper School student will treasure for a lifetime! To be arranged at a mutually agreeable date; transportation not included. Expires April 24, 2016. VALUE: PRICELESS

115. A BIG DAY IN THE BIG APPLE WITH MR. KATONA Donated by: Peter Katona Your Upper School student and up to seven friends will spend the day exploring NYC with Mr. Katona, and enjoying the sights and sounds of the Big Apple. Highlights can include a stroll through Times Square, play at Dave and Buster's, a journey to the top of the Empire State Building, a visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, or board an aircraft carrier and see the space shuttle Enterprise at the Intrepid Museum. Lunch at Katz's Deli, frisbee in Central Park, perhaps a visit to the 9/11 site; it's your day to take a bite out of the Big Apple! Meet Mr. Katona at Greenwich train station to begin your journey. Date to be mutually agreed upon and valid through May 1, 2016. Grade 8 and above only. VALUE: PRICELESS 116. WELCOME ABOARD! Donated by: Keith Radcliffe, Paul Geise & The Gigliotti Family You and four guests will enjoy a private fishing excursion on The Gigliotti’s 26-foot Edgewater center-console boat under the able command of Captain Keith Radcliffe and First Mate Paul Geise. Whether it’s a trip to Treasure Island, or reeling-in your favorite local fish, your day on the water is sure to be golden! Cruising itinerary to be determined based on weather conditions by your Captain at the time of the cruise. At least one adult must accompany the guest party. Date to be mutually agreed upon. Expires September 1, 2015. VALUE: PRICELESS

EXCURSIONS & VACATIONS

201. LA BELLA CASA LANA: SUMMER/AUTUMN WEEK IN BEAUTIFUL 7 BEDROOM ST. MARTIN VILLA Donated by: Leonard & Lana Santorelli and Francesca & Michael Breheney La Bella Casa Lana is a beautiful seven-bedroom, seven-bathroom villa on the French side of the Island of St. Martin, with views of the crystal waters and the beach of Baie-Longue. This home is equipped with a professional kitchen and elegant rattan furnished living room and dining room. Spend the afternoons lounging on the home’s expansive outdoor patio or soaking up the sun by the private pool. Or, if you prefer the sand and the surf, take a short walk to Baie-Longue. Explore the French town of Marigot, just a 15-minute drive from the villa; and pop into the island’s chic boutiques, yummy bakeries, and charming cafes. In the evening, dine in the island’s renowned French restaurants; the best fare in the Caribbean by far! St. Martin enjoys sunny and mild weather year round, with summer temperatures averaging a balmy 82 degrees.

Please visit: www.lanasvilla.com for photos and additional information. Restrictions: Week must be mutually agreed upon and must be used within July 1, 2015 – Nov. 15, 2015. Book as soon as possible! VALUE: $12,800 202. NYC GETAWAY: NIGHT ON THE TOWN! Donated by: The Seventh and Eighth Grade Parents, Tre Dici Restaurant/Michael & Francesca Breheny, and Farrell Limousine Service Need a little escape without getting on a plane? With this package you will have a fun-filled night for two in New York City. Start the afternoon at Do's Salon as you glam yourself up with a blowout and makeup application. You'll be looking your best for a Night on the Town!

Sip champagne as you relax in a limousine on your way into the City. First stop, Chelsea, for dinner and drinks at Tre Dici Ristorante with your $300 gift certificate. After dinner, hop back in your waiting limousine and head up to the Broadway show of your choice with your $600 gift certificate to Broadway.com. No need to nod-off on your way back to the Burbs - at the end of the evening you will be steps from your room at Le Parker Meridien -- in the heart of Times Square. Roll out of bed in the morning and head downstairs to Norma's for the

best brunch in the city! Farrell Limousine will pick you up the next day to bring you back home.

Package includes: $600 gift certificate to Broadway.com. $300 gift certificate to Tre Deci Restaurant/ Tre Dici Steak, a $500 gift certificate to Le Parker Meridien, $100 gift certificate to Norma's, 7 hours of transportation in a sedan with Farrell Limousine Service, and $150 gift certificate to Dos. VALUE: $2,000 203. GREENWICH SOUND GETAWAY! Donated by: The Delamar Greenwich Harbor and l'escale Escape from the grind without leaving Greenwich! Head down to the Delamar where you will enjoy a night of luxury and relaxation. You and your guest will enjoy dinner at l'escale restaurant followed by a night of needed rest and relation in a sumptuous Harborview guest room on the waterfront at the Delamar Hotel. Valid one year from date of issue. VALUE: $700 204. NEWPORT WEEKEND AT HARBOUR COURT Donated by: Kristine & Greg Gigliotti Have a special anniversary coming up? Just want a romantic weekend away? One lucky couple will spend two nights at the famous Harbour Court, the exclusive on-the-water clubhouse of the New York Yacht Club in Newport, RI. This historic mansion is home to the America’s Cup yacht race and a member’s only club with charming rooms appointed with old New England charm. Spend your day basking in the sun on one of Newport’s famous beaches, exploring one of the many mansions from a bygone era or shopping at some of the charming boutiques on Thames Street. As the sun sets, return to Harbour Court to enjoy dinner at the Club’s exclusive restaurant. Weekend package includes a voucher of $250, which can be used for food and beverages at the Club’s dining facilities. Please note: Harbour Court reservations must be made as soon as possible for summer 2015 weekends. Offer valid through 9-1-2016. VALUE: $1,200

205. ROMANTIC NANTUCKET WEEKEND GET-AWAY AT THE LUXURIOUS OCEANFRONT WAUWINET INN BY THE SEA, JUNE 12TH – 14TH Donated by: The Fifth Grade Parents Rekindle romance on the island of Nantucket with this Romantic Weekend Beach Package. Situated on the northeast corner of the island next to Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge, and nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Nantucket Bay, The Wauwinet offers boutique lodging in a pristine setting. The Wauwinet provides an ideal setting for scenic walks on the beach and enchanting seaside dinners. This package includes a two-night stay in a charming queen guest room with bay views, breakfast each morning, champagne picnic, and port, sherry & cheese service in the afternoons, plus a $400 gift card, which can be used for spa services at the hotel, dining at the acclaimed Topper’s, the popular Brant Point Grill, or the very chic Nantucket Prime at Jared Coffin House. Restrictions: Room reserved for two nights with check-in on Friday, June 12 and checkout on Sunday, June 14, 2015. Date may be changed directly with Wauwinet, and is subject to rate difference, cancellation policy, and availability. VALUE: $1,800 206. GOLF & TENNIS GETAWAY WEEKEND ON KIAWAH ISLAND Donated by: Jennifer & Anthony Frascella Kiawah Weekend Getaway! World-class golf courses, #1 tennis resort, best beaches in the world, Sanctuary Hotel and Spa and top-notch restaurants, a private nature preserve, and all just 30 minutes from historic Charleston, South Carolina. The Frascella family offers their 4 bedroom Maritime condominium to the Stanwich community exclusively for a three night stay. Conveniently located next door to the Sanctuary Hotel and Roy Barth Tennis Center and steps from the beach, this is an ideal weekend escape. Enjoy one unaccompanied foursome round including caddy and lunch at either private Kiawah Island Club courses, Cassique (Tom Watson designed) or River Course (Tom Fazio designed). Date to be mutually agreed upon, Memorial Day and July 4th excluded. VALUE: $4,000 207. COCKTAIL CRUISE ABOARD 62’ GUNBOAT CATAMARAN, “TRIBE” Donated by: Kristine & Greg Gigliotti Anchors aweigh and get ready to play! Invite up to 15 guests to join you on a summer cruise aboard a breathtaking 62’ Gunboat catamaran. “TRIBE” is a breakthrough high-tech design built for round the world cruising, capable of

speeds of up to 25 knots and was recently voted by Cruising World magazine as one of the top forty most influential cruising boats of all time. With luxurious interiors and spacious accommodations, this boat is not to be missed. The winner of this one of a kind cruise may choose one of three options for their outing: a cocktail party/sail for up to sixteen guests, a dinner party/sail for up to eight adults, or a small family gathering/day-time sail. Date to be mutually agreed upon. VALUE: PRICELESS 208. SUNSET ON THE SOUND Donated by: Susanne & Christopher Clark You and your party will begin your evening on a sunset sail on the Clark’s 40-foot sailboat, LAPIN, and/or a harbor tour on their 50 year old mahogany runabout, HOPPER! Take in the views of the Sound and the Greenwich coastline. After your cruise, step onto the terrace overlooking Long Island Sound at Indian Harbor Yacht Club, and bring your appetite as you will be presented with a three-course dinner, with wine pairings. Cruise and dinner for up to six guests. VALUE: PRICELESS

FOOD & WINE

301. TAKE BLUE HILL RESTAURANT OFF YOUR BUCKET LIST! Donated by: The Paradiso Family Experience dinner for four or two date night evenings of dinner for two, with wine pairing, tax, and gratuity included. This is not your ordinary dinner; it is a dining experience.

Executive Chef Dan Barber and his staff attend to every detail. The menu of “Grazing, Pecking, Rooting” is based on the seasons. Chef Barber sources the ingredients from the surrounding fields and pasture at the Stone Barns Center as well as other local farms. Your evening is created with a succession of tastes, small plates and large, with a diversity of flavors that celebrate the season and the bounty of the Hudson Valley. The Blue Hill sommelier will pair wine with each course throughout the evening.

Take home your own copy of The Third Plate, field notes on the future of food by author and Executive Chef Dan Barber. Bring your book the night of your dinner and Chef Barber will personally sign your copy!

But, the best part of the experience…you will have access to the resources of Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture for the next twelve months with your one year Family Seedlings Membership. A full year for your family of education and access to members only benefits. Carpe Diem! VALUE: $1,995

302. UNFORGETTABLE PARTY FOR 40 Donated by: Sugar Bee Catering Every morsel chef Lisa Kimelman creates, savory or sweet, is blooming with fresh flavors and provocative style that will please the most discerning palettes. Host will choose 8-10 hors d’oeuvres from Sugar Bee’s catering pre-fix menu.

Lisa Kimelman founded Sugar Bee Catering in 2004. A graduate of the Culinary School of Kendall College, she worked for the acclaimed Trio restaurant in Evanston, Illinois. When she moved to New York, she worked for Martha Stewart Television and the Food Network before starting Sugar Bee. Restrictions: does

not include staff, gratuity, liquor or rentals. Not valid in May, June, November or December. Expires 4/30/16. VALUE: $1,650 303. FABULOUS COCKTAIL RECEPTION FOR 20 Donated by: Marcia Selden Catering & Event Planning Throw a cocktail party your guests will not soon forget. One of the chefs at Marcia Selden will prepare a wonderful selection of passed hors d’oeuvres for you and your guests.

For over 30 years, Marcia Selden Catering has been creating unique events with an accent on extraordinary food, creativity, and highly polished professional service. The business is a family affair. From her Stamford headquarters, Marcia, with daughter Robin, son Jeffrey, and a team of dedicated and experienced party planners and chefs, work together to create “dream” events. Date subject to availability and based on a two-hour party with four hours of service; gratuity not included and additional staff upon request. VALUE: $900 304. WHISKEY TASTING FOR TWELVE Donated by: Bar’Lees Wine & Whisky Bar Enjoy an evening tasting of small batch American Whiskies with eleven lucky friends at the Bar’Lees Wine & Whiskey Bar in the SoPro end of Mamaroneck Village. These are not your average whiskies! These are rare, small production brews. Local and imported cheeses provided. Any Thursday night, with a 30-day notice required. VALUE: $600 305. PRIVATE TOUR FOR TEN OF TWO ROADS BREWING COMPANY Donated by: Donated by Two Roads Brewery: Bradley A. Hittle A private tour for 10 people of Two Roads Brewing Co in Stratford, CT entails a detailed look at the brewery and brewing process and sampling of four different beers while on this hour-long tour. You will taste and smell the raw materials such as raw barley grains and raw hop flowers. This package comes with a mixed case of four Two Roads beers and a 22 oz. bottle of Henry’s Farm Double Bock lager aged in bourbon barrels (very limited edition – not available at retail). VALUE: $200

306. TWO OUTSTANDING NAPA REDS AND TATTINGER BUBBLY Donated by: Edward & Kimberly Lange Here’s your opportunity to go home with two special occasion reds and a celebratory bubbly. This package includes:

• 2003 Domaine Carneros by Tattinger: 3.0L Estate Brut, intense and elegant sparkling wine.

• 2010 Paloma Merlot: Vineyard on top of Spring Mountain in St. Helena, CA. This is a blend of the Estate Merlot and the Estate Cabernet. The Cabernet blending ranges 14-16%. Consistent thread of complex aromas of black berry fruits, chocolate, tobacco, spice and floral notes.

• 2008 Del Dotto Rutherford Estate Cabernet: Estate Cabernet from a 12-acre vineyard located in the Rutherford Bench district of Napa. The wine has earthy characteristics and consistently earns 92 to 94+ point ratings.

VALUE: $450 307. DREAM OF ITALY WITH THIS GOURMET FOOD BASKET Donated by: Tarry Market This gourmet basket includes everything needed to cook an unforgettable Italian pasta dinner: cookbooks by Joe and Lidia Bastianich, pasta and sauces, oregano and wine! VALUE: $300

308. DINNER IS TAKEN CARE OF Donated by: Food Design Catering & Events Take two nights off from cooking! Food Design will deliver their incredibly delicious, gourmet meals right to your door. You will receive two adult meals and three kids’ meals for two consecutive nights (either Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday/Thursday). Date to be mutually agreed. Not valid in May, June, October, November or December. Expires April 24, 2016. VALUE: $400 309. DINNER FOR TWO AT LE FAT POODLE Donated by: Le Fat Poodle The boys of Le Penguin (Antoine Blech and Anshu Vidyarthi) recently opened Le Fat Poodle in Old Greenwich -- with an overwhelmingly popular reception. The

chic eatery features French-based cuisine with a global influence. The best part of this guaranteed hot spot? Thirty prime outdoor seats. Exclusive of beverages, alcohol, tax and gratuity. VALUE: $150

310. DINNER FOR FOUR AT THE LITTLE PUB Donated by: The Little Pub Dinner for four at The Little Pub in Cos Cob, the new restaurant that has made a big splash in Greenwich! With two other locations in Wilton and Ridgefield, Little Pub has developed quite a following for their cozy yet lively pub ambiance, and mouth watering menu; two factors that contribute to many considering Little Pub their home away from home. This package includes a priceless dinner reservation (with 48 hours notice), valet parking, one round of drinks, two appetizers and four entrees. Two days advance reservations required. VALUE: $150 311. WEEKNIGHT ESCAPE Donated by: Dream Spa Salon and Versailles Patisserie Call your sitter and get ready for a mid-week break. Your first stop is Dream Spa Salon where you will be treated to a spa manicure and pedicure. Then meet your favorite date at Versailles Patisserie for a three-course dinner. Valid any night Monday through Thursday. Certificate excludes alcohol, tax and gratuity. VALUE: $175

312. LIMITED EDITION LAGER FROM TWO ROADS BREWING COMPANY Donated by: Bradley Hittle Two 22-ounce (7.8 %) bottles of Henry’s Farm Doppelbock aged in bourbon barrels (very limited edition – not available at retail). This beer was made in honor of the great-grandfather of Two Road’s founder and CEO and one of the key namesakes of Stanwich Student Henry Hittle (secret: you will find Henry’s HTH initials somewhere on the bottle.) Two Roads’ recipe uses a generous amount of toasted German and North American barley that is lightly balanced with floral hops and then aged in bourbon barrels from Kentucky to add a smooth bourbon and wood character. VALUE: PRICELESS

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

401. ON GOLDEN POND: WEEKEND SCREEN-WRITING WORKSHOP WITH WHITEBRIDGE FARM PRODUCTIONS Donated by: Whitebridge Farm Productions, LLC Join Oscar winning screenwriter Ernest Thompson and Whitebridge Farm Productions for a weekend-long workshop in envisioning and creating a script. Come to Mr. Thompson’s home, Whitebridge Farm, in New Hampton, NH. The weekend begins Friday evening with a welcome reception for writers and actors. Saturday and Sunday will be filled with discussions, writing, and rehearsals – all leading up to live readings by professional actors on Sunday afternoon. Notes: Transportation and lodging arrangements must be reserved and paid for by the attendee. There are typically 1 – 2 workshops per year, which are limited to eight writers. Next workshop will take place June 26th – 28th. VALUE: $1,800 402. LEARN FASHION DESIGN WITH KATIE FONG: TAKE A DRESS FROM CONCEPT TO REALITY WITH THIS UP AND COMING DESIGNER Donated by: Katie Fong LLC Your daughter and three friends will meet fashion designer Katie Fong in her Greenwich studio and learn how a top fashion designer takes a dress from concept to reality. In this 3-hour workshop, Ms. Fong will teach the participants how to make a stylish skirt that they will complete and take home to add to their wardrobe favorites. Includes a $200 gift certificate towards a purchase towards a Katie Fong original.

Katie Fong is an up-and-coming fashion designer with her own line of special occasion dresses and custom bridal, and already has a celebrity following with clients including Taylor Swift. Ms. Fong is a 24-year-old Greenwich native who graduated from The Fashion Institute of Technology and worked at Oscar de la Renta, and Vera Wang, among others. Restrictions: for girls aged 9 to 18, and at least one parent must accompany the group. Gift certificate valid only on a purchase over $500. Date to be mutually agreed upon. Blackout dates: August 1- September 30, 2015, and November 2015. Expires April 1, 2016. VALUE: PRICELESS

403. EXPERIENCE THE MUSEUM AT FIT WITH A CURATOR LED TOUR Donated by: Donated by Melinda & Steve Lorenz and Karen & Andy Richard Join Fashion Institute of Technology professor Melinda Lorenz, and invite up to 8 friends to view the exhibit of your choosing, on a private tour led by the museum Curator of Special Exhibits. After the tour, treat your group to lunch with a $250 Visa Gift Card. As you plan your day, Melinda will share wonderful local dining recommendations at various price points. Upcoming exhibits include: Global Fashion Capitals: June 2 – November 14, 2015, Fashion Underground: The World of Susanne Bartsch: September 18, 2015 – January 2, 2016, and Fairy Tale Fashion: February 1 – April 16, 2016. For more details on upcoming exhibits please go to: http://fitnyc.edu/3452.asp. The Museum at FIT is located at 27th Street & 7th Avenue in New York City. Visit may be scheduled on a mutually agreeable weekday and will begin at 10am. Meet Melinda at the Greenwich Train Station or meet up at the museum, and get ready to experience “The Most Fashionable Museum in New York City.” VALUE: PRICELESS 404. LIVE WITH KELLY & MICHAEL Donated by: Jerome Murphy

Start your morning with the adorable Kelly Ripa and former Giants great Michael Strahan for the taping of this favorite morning talk show. You and three friends will be members of the studio audience and placed on the VIP list for seating. With the studio located at Columbus Avenue and 67th, it's a great way to jump start a day in the city. Must be over ten years of age to attend. Contact the show three weeks prior to the date you want to attend. VALUE: PRICELESS

405. IMMERSE YOURSELF IN ART Donated by: C. Parker Gallery and ArtView NewYork

C. Parker Gallery and ArtViewNewYork will arrange a private tour of your choice of a New York City museum for you and your family (or group of five friends).

This package includes a private in-home art consultation with our own art appreciation expert and gallery owner, Tiffany Benincasa. Tiffany will make recommendations to enhance your home's art appeal. Value: $1,200

406. TWO TICKETS TO SEE A LEGEND IN CONCERT, BILLY JOEL ON THURSDAY, MAY 28TH AT 8PM Donated by: Your Ticket Place, Inc. & Rudy's Executive Transportation These two concert tickets will turn an ordinary Thursday night into a once in a lifetime musical experience. Hop in one of Rudy’s very fine sedans, and head to Madison Square Garden on Thursday, May 28th with these two tickets to see Billy Joel, Live in Concert. One of the most popular recording artists and entertainers in the world, Billy Joel has sold more than 150 million records and has had 33 Top 40 hits and 23 Grammy nominations in his career. This show is “sold-out” – so you will not have another opportunity to participate in this concert. Tickets for section 104, Row 13, Seats 1 & 2. Includes round trip transportation with Rudy's Executive Transportation. VALUE: $750 407. LEARN GUITAR WITH GREENWICH MUSIC Donated by: The Sixth Grade Parents & Greenwich Music Have you or your child been itching to start shredding like Jimi Hendrix or strumming like Taylor Swift? You or your aspiring student will be on your way to playing your favorite chords with this full size acoustic guitar plus six 30-minute lessons AND a $500 gift certificate to Greenwich Music. Greenwich Music began in NYC in the 1960s and offers talented music teachers with a deep passion for bringing out the musician in you. VALUE: $1,000 408. PRIVATE GUITAR LESSONS WITH FORMER COLUMBIA RECORDING ARTIST, MARC JACOBY Donated by: Marc Jacoby Have you or your child been yearning to learn to play guitar, or tune-up your playing skills? Marc Jacoby, former Columbia Studios Recording Artist and owner of Marc the Musicman, will come to your home and provide four one-hour lessons. Whether you prefer rock...pop...folk...jazz... or country, Marc will tailor the lesson to your music preference and skill level. Dates to be mutually agreed upon and expires on May 1, 2016. VALUE: $400

SPORTS

501. TWO YANKEES TICKETS IN THE 1ST ROW OF THE JIM BEAM SUITE, FATHER’S DAY, 6/21/15 AT 7:05PM Donated by: Lisa Bailey Cassidy With these two amazing tickets, Dad and one guest will enjoy a fantastic Father’s Day evening cheering on the Yanks as they take on the Detroit Tigers from directly behind home plate in the Jim Beam Suite 320B, Row 1: Seats 1 & 2. Includes access to the Jim Beam lounge and to the climate controlled Audi Yankees Club, which features a cocktail bar, first class dining and sweeping views of Yankee Stadium. Also includes access to the Mohegan Sun Sports Bar which is an air-conditioned club located in centerfield with two cocktail bars, premium sports bar menu, and views of the playing field. What a winning way to cap off Father’s Day 2015! VALUE: PRICELESS 502. FOUR YANKEES TICKETS DIRECTLY BEHIND HOME PLATE, SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2015 AT 1:05PM Donated by: The Servedio Family

Come cheer on the Yanks with three other fans as they take on the Texas Rangers on May 23, 2015 at 1:05pm. You won’t miss a thing from these incredible seats directly behind home plate: Section 120B, Row 15, Seats 1-4. Includes VIP parking pass as well as access to the climate controlled Audi Yankees Club, which features a cocktail bar, first class dining & sweeping views of Yankee Stadium, and access to the Mohegan Sun Sports Bar which is an air-conditioned club located in centerfield with two cocktail bars, premium sports bar menu, and views of the playing field. A great way to spend an afternoon with your favorite Yankees fans! VALUE: PRICELESS

503. STANWICH ICE POWER PLAY: GROUP LESSON & GAME PLAY WITH FORMER NHL AND NEW YORK RANGERS HOCKEY GREAT, ALEXEI KOVALEV Donated by: The Kovalev Family & Chelsea Piers Stamford Former NHL and New York Rangers hockey great, Alexei Kovalev, invites up to ten hockey fans to join him for an hour long “power play” of instruction at Chelsea Piers.

Over the course of his almost 20 year NHL career, AK-27 became one of a short list of players to amass over 1000 points in their careers. A multi-year All Star, Kovalev served as the Eastern Conference captain in 2009, when he also won the game’s MVP award. He is perhaps most famous in this area for being a part of the last New York Rangers team to win the Stanley Cup!

This is a truly “once in a lifetime” experience that will make you the envy of every hockey fan you know. Place your bid, lace up your skates, and get ready to skate faster, shoot harder, and score more often (or just have fun talking with one of the all time New York Ranger greats about the Blue Shirts’ chances of bringing home the Stanley Cup again this year!)

Restrictions: Ice time must be from June – August and with a mutually agreed upon date. Dates to be coordinated through the Advancement Office. VALUE: PRICELESS 504. TEE OFF AT THE STANWICH CLUB: GOLF AND LUNCH FOR THREE Donated by: Helen & Ross Servick The Stanwich Club is perennially ranked as the best course in Connecticut by “Golf Digest,” and frequently ranks among the 100 Greatest Courses in America. You and two friends will have the opportunity to tee off on these amazing links with the generous Servick family. Dine on the Club’s stunning patio for lunch after your round and soak in the luscious green views. Must be used between May 15 and September 15, 2015 (no early morning tee times on Saturday or Sundays, please). VALUE: $1,000 505. GOLF FOR THREE AT WESTCHESTER COUNTRY CLUB Donated by: Francesca & Michael Breheney Escorted by a member of Stanwich’s Breheney family, three players will enjoy a round of golf on one of Westchester Country Club’s two exceptional 18-hole courses – home of this June’s Women’s PGA Championship. Both courses were designed by Walter J. Travis, a decorated golf champion – turned golf-architect, and laid out by the famous architectural firm of Toomey & Flynn, who also built the famed Shinnecock Hills course in Southampton, NY. To be redeemed at a mutually agreeable date before the end of the 2015 season. VALUE: $500

506. GOLF & LUNCH FOR THREE WITH CLUB CHAMPION AT INNIS ARDEN Donated by: Kim-Marie & Jeffrey Evans and Alessandra & Scott Long Three guests will join Stanwich dad and Innis’ 2014 Men’s Club Champion, Jeffrey Evans for a round of golf, followed by lunch at the clubhouse. Jeffrey will provide tips on playing the course – and encouragement! Four men or Kim-Marie will join if you prefer to play as a couple – the choice is yours! Innis Arden’s 18-hole golf course was renovated in 2008, and is a challenging yet fun test of golf on the beautiful Tod’s Point. To be redeemed at a mutually agreeable date before the end of the 2015 season. VALUE: $600 507. CALLING ALL GIANTS FANS Donated by: Mehmood and Shahida Khan Want to see your child salsa dance? Take home this New York Giants jersey autographed by receiver Victor Cruz! Cruz, after going undrafted in 2010, signed with the New York Giants. The following season, Cruz had a breakout year, setting a club record in receiving yards and leading the franchise to a Super Bowl victory. VALUE: PRICELESS

508. CALLING ALL JETS FANS Donated by: Mehmood and Shahida Khan

TOUCHDOWN! This autographed jersey is personally hand-signed by New York Jets star wide receiver Eric Decker. Eric came to the New York Jets in 2014 from the Denver Broncos Super Bowl XLVIII team and currently stars in the reality TV show Eric & Jesse with his wife, country music star, Jessie James. VALUE: PRICELESS 509. WHY PADDLE ALONE? TWO JIMMY STYKS STAND-UP PADDLE BOARDS PLUS GOPRO CAMERA Donated by: The Fourth Grade Parents Not one, but TWO Jimmy Styks inflatable stand-up paddle board packages! Each comes complete with adjustable paddle, fin, pump, leash and tote! Easy to inflate – for a rigid board and excellent riding experience. Best of all - you don't need a lot of space to transport or store!!

But that's not all...Seeing is believing! Capture your paddle adventures with your Go Pro Hero4 SILVER camera package! Complete with surfboard mount, SanDisk Extreme 32 GB Memory Card, FCS Plug Mount, Camera Tether, USB Cable and more!! VALUE: $1,750

510. FABULOUS BIKE WITH ACCESSORIES: TAKE ONE Donated by: The Second Grade Parents and Greenwich Bicycles What better spring or summer workout is there than a biking excursion along our hilly backcountry roads? No more excuses - grab a "Cannondale Quick 4" bike - with all required safety accessories - and hit the road! Bike may be exchanged for size or color of your liking. VALUE: $825

511. FABULOUS BIKE WITH ACCESSORIES: TAKE TWO Donated by: The Second Grade Parents and Greenwich Bicycles What better spring or summer workout is there than a biking excursion along our hilly backcountry roads? No more excuses - grab a "Cannondale Quick 4" bike - with all required safety accessories - and hit the road! Bike may be exchanged for size or color of your liking. VALUE: $825

512. A HORSEBACK RIDE THROUGH THE GREENWICH RIDING TRAILS WITH A STANWICH EQUESTRIAN Donated by: Greta Messina & Family Dust off those old riding boots and spend a few hours exploring an enchanting side of Greenwich that can only be seen on horseback! Join Greta Messina in her family’s backcountry farm where you will ride out on one of her gentle Arabian horses. The length of the ride will be up to you, and can range from 1 to 3 hours. Riding experience required. 18 years and older, please. Date to be mutually agreed upon and expires on 4/24/16. VALUE: PRICELESS

513. PONY UP! HORSEBACK RIDING AT KELSEY FARM Donated by: Kelsey Farm

Have you ever wanted to learn how to ride? Or maybe you are an experienced equestrian who wants to get back in the saddle again. This is the package for you! You and a guest will mosey over to locally renown Kelsey Farms in Greenwich where you will begin with a tour of the Farm. Then you will groom and tack up the horses before hitting the trails for a fun-filled ride. When you have had your fill you will finish up by grazing and cleaning tack. This two hour experience is good for any experience level and promises to be a special afternoon. Mutual date to be agreed upon by recipient and Kelsey Farms. VALUE: $500

514. FOR THE EQUESTRIAN YOU LOVE! Donated by: H W Dressage LLC For the young equestrian you love, a riding lesson with renowned Dressage Instructor Heather Ward. Enjoy a one-hour lesson on an appropriate leveled horse at the beautiful riding arena in Bedford, NY. Date to be mutually agreed upon. Expires April 24, 2016. VALUE: $150

LIFESTYLE

601. THE APPLE WATCH: THIS SEASON'S MUST HAVE ACCESSORY! Donated by: The Senior House Parents Be one of the first people to sport this season’s must have accessory, the Apple Watch. The new Apple Watch makes the most of your time by doing much more than just keeping time. Change the watch face to fit your mood; quickly swipe to connect to your calendar and contacts, make calls, get texts and emails, monitor how active you are throughout the day, check your heart rate, calculate calories burned, and so much more.

The Senior House parents have selected a sleek 38mm Stainless Steel Case with a Midnight Blue Leather Strap and Stainless Steel Buckle. This is the perfect watch that goes with everything. The Sapphire Crystal Retina Display is fully customizable and Bluetooth technology links the Watch to your iPhone. Avoid standing in line at the Apple Store and place your bid for the Apple Watch! VALUE: $800 602. INDULGE THAT REDECORATING ITCH AND GET YOUR HOME MARKET READY! Donated by: BLINK and Messineo Painting, Inc. Are you thinking of moving? Or, are you ready for Spring Cleaning? Allow BLINK to offer their staging-interior design services in preparing your house for sale, or simply to refresh your space. BLINK will provide a two hour at home consultation, a detailed list of ‘what to do’ in order to get your home market ready or decor suggestions; which includes, furniture, fabric and paint color suggestions. Messineo Painting, Inc. has generously added a $1,000 credit towards their in-home painting services to this package. After we are through, your home will fly off the market - or be photo-shoot ready. Services to be performed at a mutually agreeable date. Expires April 25, 2016. VALUE: $1,500

603. 45MM STAINLESS STEEL SWISS MADE ALOR WATCH: IN WHITE Donated by: Alor Complete every outfit with this beautiful Swiss made chronograph Alor watch – 45mm stainless steel, sapphire crystal with white leather strap. California born fine jewelry and watch brand, ALOR, is a global designer and creator of luxury cable and 18 karat gold jewelry. ALOR has created an artful collaboration of timeless yet modern pieces in their family business devoted to women. VALUE: $1,095 604. 45MM STAINLESS STEEL SWISS MADE ALOR WATCH: IN BLACK Donated by: Alor Complete every outfit with this beautiful Swiss made chronograph Alor watch – 45mm stainless steel, sapphire crystal with black leather strap. California born fine jewelry and watch brand, ALOR, is a global designer and creator of luxury cable and 18 karat gold jewelry. ALOR has created an artful collaboration of timeless yet modern pieces in their family business devoted to women. VALUE: $1,095 605. 14K VERMEIL WHITE TOPAZ EARRINGS BY ASHA BY ADM Donated by: ASHA by ADM These classic and sophisticated earrings, designed by ASHA by Ashley-Dodgen McCormick, will dress up any outfit. ASHA has introduced and established a new category of jewelry that bridges fine and costume. The focus is on sophisticated design, a mix of top quality metals and exquisite gemstones comparable to fine jewelry. From bold onyx to ethereal crystal, ASHA by ADM celebrates hip-chic glamour and modern elegance. The collection is sold internationally and has been featured in publications such as Vogue, Town & Country and People. VALUE: $400 606. RICHARDS OF GREENWICH - SHOPPING EXPERIENCE Donated by: Richards of Greenwich and Empy's Day Spa Refresh your spring wardrobe with a shopping experience like no other. Explore the designer styles at Richards of Greenwich and pick up your favorites with this $500 gift certificate.

Richards of Greenwich, located on Greenwich Avenue, is a men’s and women’s specialty store, famed for exceptional customer service as well as world-class designer clothing, accessories and jewelry. After your afternoon of shopping, head over to Empy's Day Spa for a manicure and pedicure. VALUE: $560 607. STANWICH JOY (& JINGLE!) TO ADORN YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE! Donated by: The Hisler Family This adorable tree skirt is completely hand sewn using recycled school uniforms. Each reindeer is adorned with a plaid bow and jingling bell. The sleigh is encrusted with the Stanwich triskelion. This is a one of a kind heirloom and will bring Stanwich Joy to your tree for many years to come! VALUE: PRICELESS

608. AN AFTERNOON CELEBRITY STYLE MAKEOVER IN NYC Donated by: Rossano Ferretti Hairspa, Chuckies New York and Jewelbilee You will visit the Madison Avenue spa of renowned hairdresser Rossano Ferretti – who is responsible for Kate Middleton’s fabulous hair – and receive a single process or a full head of highlights with Kristen Vincelli, followed by a haircut and blow-dry with Anna Maestrini. Accessorize your new “do” with the latest in jewelry design with your $100 gift certificate to Jewelbilee, and complete your look with a pair of shoes -- just off the runway, with your $200 gift certificate to Chuckies NYC. VALUE: $975 609. PARTY READY! Donated by: Salon O and Hopscotch Trendsetting and sophisticated, Salon O offers a full range of hair and beauty services, providing their clientele a unique and memorable experience by incorporating the most current trends and exceptional customer service. You will meet with Lara for a single process color and see Doreen for a fabulous blow-dry. Kara will complete your look with a full make up application! Then head on to Hopscotch for a manicure/pedicure and you will be ready for any event! VALUE: $350

610. REDUCE THE SIGNS OF AGING WITH FIVE IPL FACIAL REJUVENATION TREATMENTS Donated by: Naturallyou by Terry Conrad LLC Is your skin feeling dull and dry after the harsh winter months? The winner of this package will receive set of five IPL photofacial treatments. IPL or Intense Pulsed Light technology is breakthrough technology that promotes smoother, healthier, and younger looking skin in a fast and highly effective way. Return your skin to its youthful appearance through this innovative technology that removes the effects of sun damage, improves collagen production and leaves the signs of aging in the past. VALUE: $2,250 611. THE BEST CUT YOU WILL EVER HAVE Donated by: Warren Tricomi & Daniel Kline Look your best with a fabulous haircut by Warren Tricomi's own Daniel Kline! VALUE: $120 612. CALYPSO SHOPPING PARTY Donated by: Calypso St. Barth Get your wardrobe ready for summer with a two-hour private shopping party for you and all your friends at Calypso St. Barth's Greenwich Avenue Boutique. Hostess will be gifted a piece of Calypso St. Barth merchandise of up to $400 value. She and her guests will all receive 20% off of their purchases during the party. To be scheduled based on winner and boutiques availability within 90 days of auction. Certain product exclusions apply. VALUE: $500

613. BASKET OF BEAUTY, WITH RODAN & FIELDS SKIN CARE PACKAGE Donated by: Jennifer Servedio Rodan & Fields Dermatologists is committed to offering real people real results with their skincare. You will love the results of these innovative products. This generous package includes four products: (1) Microdermabrasion Paste, which polishes the skin with a sugar-and-salt scrub featuring vitamins C and E. (2) Lip Micro Dermabrasion for fresh, defined, youthful-looking lips, (3) Redefine multi-function eye-cream: for brightening, reducing the appearance of dark circles and puffiness, and minimizing the appearance of fine lines, and (4) best of all: one skin care product of your choosing. VALUE: $350 614. MAKEOVERS & MIMOSAS AT SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Donated by: Saks Fifth Avenue You and five friends will enjoy a girl’s day out at Saks Fifth Avenue in Greenwich. Enjoy light refreshments and the latest in skincare and makeup from Saks’ beauty specialists. The winner will also receive a cosmetic gift basket. VALUE: $500

615. THE ULTIMATE GIRLS NIGHT OUT! Donated by: Benefit Cosmetics LLC The ultimate girls night out! Benefit will hold an after-hours beauty bash just for you and 14 of your friends, complete with champagne and light appetizers. Enjoy luxurious pampering, a brow service and a makeup consultation. Winner will contact Benefit at least 3 weeks before desired date of party. VALUE: $500 616. GET FIT, FEEL GREAT, HAVE FUN! Donated by: Punch Fitness Punch Fitness Center is a gym that truly unites teachings from international, professional MMA fighters offering a unique boxing, kickboxing and training experience. After three private 60-minute sessions you will be hooked and fight like a pro! Includes T-shirt. VALUE: $475

617. LOOK LIKE A CELEBRITY WITH SOULCYCLE Donated by: SoulCycle Just in time for swimsuit season! Here’s your chance to try out one of the hottest fitness trends sweeping the country with a five SoulCycle class series redeemable at any of the many convenient studios in Greenwich, Westchester, NYC or beyond. The exhilarating 45-minute spin offered at SoulCycle’s chic studios boast a cult following among celebrities and local fitness enthusiasts. SoulCycle is a full-body cardio workout that incorporates upper body exercises with weights all set to inspiring music. VALUE: $165 618. THREE PRIVATE SESSIONS AT CORE PILATES AND MASSAGE Donated by: Core Pilates Studio and Massage Envy of Rye Brook, NY Dreading swimsuit season after this eternal winter? Pilates dramatically transforms the way your body looks, feels and performs. It builds strength without excess bulk, creating a sleek, toned body with slender thighs and a flat abdomen. You will be on your way to becoming longer, leaner and stronger with three private 1-hour sessions at the highly regarded Core Pilates Studio located in the heart of Greenwich and named Greenwich Magazine’s Best of the Gold Coast 2014. New clients only please. After your intense workouts treat yourself to a one-hour massage at Massage Envy in Rye Brook, NY. Expires October 24, 2015. VALUE: $435 619. PREMA-HEALING TOUCH: THREE ONE-HOUR ENERGY SESSIONS Donated by: Kimberly Kuppenheimer, HTCP Science is proving that subtle energy therapies have powerful effects on maintaining the vitality of the body’s bio-electromagnetic field. A balanced energy field is essential to a healthy mind, body and spirit and may also help prevent future disease states.

A Healing Touch session removes energy congestion that forms in the body’s energy centers, and harmonizes the body’s energy field to create an optimal environment for the body to naturally heal itself. After your three one-hour energy sessions, you will be on your way to feeling the benefits of this innovative therapy including: deep relaxation, pain relief, a reduction in anxiety, enhanced recovery post surgery, a strengthened immune system and increased energy. VALUE: $250

620. GET FIT AND RELAX WITH EXHALE Donated by: Exhale, Stamford, Noelle Spa for Beauty & Wellness and The Style Bar Embrace wellbeing with this 10 pack of classes on the waterfront at Exhale in downtown Stamford. Transformative options abound at the uniquely fitness-focused location, which offers a full schedule of classes within dedicated Core Fusion, Yoga, and Core Cycling studios. After a strenuous workout, head over to Noelle Spa for a full body massage, featuring long, integrated strokes and gentle stretching that will result in a high level of relaxation and well being! There's more! You will also receive a gift card to the Style Bar for a blowout and professional make-up application. VALUE: $400 621. CENTER YOUR MIND AND TONE YOUR BODY AT KAIA YOGA Donated by: Kaia Yoga A month of unlimited yoga at the Greenwich or Westport Kaia location! Kaia Yoga offers classes and programming for the newest of yogis to the most advanced. Whether an avid sportsman or a couch potato, there are classes to ease you into the practice of yoga. VALUE: $225 622. MANTRA YOGA TEN PACK Donated by: Mantra Yoga Quiet the mind and strengthen the body with this ten-class package for Mantra Yoga in Greenwich. Mantra offers a variety of classes for all age groups including the very popular Aerial Yoga. VALUE: $225

623. BEACH READY Donated by: Benefit Cosmetics and Letarte Prepping for a beach vacation? Arrive with that perfect sun-kissed glow after a spray tan or service of similar value from Benefit (up to $150). No vacation prep is complete without a new coverup! You'll have all the heads turning in your gorgeous new tunic from Letarte! VALUE: $410

624. OGRCC KITCHEN TOUR & LUNCH AT LE FAT POODLE, Wednesday, May 13th 2015 Donated by: Old Greenwich & Riverside Civic Center The OGRCC Kitchen Tour is a Greenwich tradition. On Wednesday, May 13th you and a friend will take a tour through Old Greenwich & Riverside to view some of the areas most impressive new kitchens! From newly constructed cutting-edge, yet modest kitchens to state-of-the-art over the top sublime kitchens. There is something for everyone. This will be a morning of inspiration followed by a yummy prix fixe lunch for two at Old Greenwich’s hottest new restaurant, Le Fat Poodle. Package also includes two custom aprons and water bottles. VALUE: $250 625. PORTABLE WEBER Q GRILL IN STANWICH BLUE Donated by: The Lapine Family Get ready for the warm weather fun times with this Weber Portable Gas Grill. It is fantastic for tailgating, picnics and camping and comes in a royal blue color for Stanwich Pride. VALUE: $220

VISUAL ARTS

701. "STANWICH SPIRIT!” ORIGINAL 30" X 40" PAINTING BY IGOR KOROTASH Donated by: C. Parker Gallery and The Benincasa Family Set your spirits soaring and cherish the memories! Original 30 x 40 painting by renowned Ukrainian artist Igor Korotash. April 2014. Let your family's memories of our beloved school mark your home forever! Commissioned by C. Parker Gallery and The Benincasa Family. VALUE: PRICELESS 702. "LET IT SNOW, LET US PLAY." ORIGINAL 30 X 40 PAINTING BY IGOR KOROTASH Donated by: C. Parker Gallery and The Benincasa Family "Let it Snow, Let Us Play" is an original 20" x 24" painting by renowned Ukrainian artist Igor Korotash. April 2014. Remember those hours of fun in the snow on the Stanwich Hill forever! Commissioned by C. Parker Gallery and The Benincasa Family. VALUE: PRICELESS 703. PROFESSIONAL BEDTIME STORIES PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION OR LIFESTYLE FAMILY SESSION WITH AUDREY BLAKE BREHENEY Donated by: Audrey Blake Photography Our children grow up so quickly; and what better way to document these precious years than a photo shoot with renowned New York City photographer Audrey Blake Breheney. The lucky winner of this auction package can choose a Bedtime Story Session, which captures the everyday traditions and rituals we create for our children at bedtime, and our nightly routines as parents. It also commemorates the things our children love like binkies, blanks, binkies or favorite books! Or – choose the Lifestyle Family Session, which is all about the casual family portrait. The session will last two hours and includes two 5x7 prints. Additional prints or digital files will be available for purchase. VALUE: $1,000

704. SIGN UP FOR A TIMELESS PHOTO SHOOT BY JAY ACKERMAN PHOTOGRAPHY! Donated by: Jay Ackerman Photography Let highly regarded photographer, Jay Ackerman, work his magic capturing your family with a timeless photo shoot. For a $300 donation to Stanwich, you will receive a family/child portrait session and one 8x10 custom print. This package is valued at $750 and can be scheduled at your home or a location that is convenient for both you and Jay Ackerman. This offer is available exclusively to Stanwich parents and is limited to the first six registrants. Jay’s work has been featured in Vogue, Glamour, Town & Country, Rolling Stone, & other magazines. New clients only. VALUE: $750 705. FAMILY PHOTO SHOOT BY CLASSIC KIDS PHOTOGRAPHY Donated by: Classic Kids Photography, Grahams and Pasta Vera Gone are the days of uncomfortable clothes, stiff poses, and that worn-out photography cliché … “say cheese!” Your one- to two-hour family photo shoot will be great fun for everyone involved — with relaxation for the parents and endless giggles and high-energy entertainment for the kids. Best of all, the Classic Kids team will help create priceless photographs that you will display proudly and pass down through generations. About two weeks following your shoot, the Classic Kids team will meet with you at their studios to go through the photos, in full proof-print form. This package includes a free 11x14 vivid metal print; additional prints and digital files will be available for purchase. Additional charges may apply for Saturday shoots and for families with over four members. This package includes a gift certificate to Graham's for one child's haircut and a $40 gift card for lunch at Pasta Vera both on Greenwich Avenue. VALUE: $900

706. ORIGINAL OIL PORTRAIT PAINTING BY RICHARD JAMES COOK Donated by: American Portrait Artist Richard Cook has been an award winning portrait painter for more than 25 years. His beautifully detailed portraits will grace any home with style and elegance. This package is for a single person portrait study, head and shoulders 16” by 12”. You are also free to use the $900 value to discount other levels of portrait work, including family portraits or a larger size canvas. Must be validated by October 24, 2015. VALUE: $900

707. TURN YOUR LIFE INTO A MOVIE TRAILER Donated by: UrLife We can all agree that one of the best parts of going to the movies are the previews! The lucky winner of this auction item will have a trailer made from up to fifteen minutes of home video as well as up to fifteen photos. UrLife will create a professionally cut, custom trailer with music, graphics, voice over and sound effects. Great for an upcoming celebratory event. This prize is not transferrable or refundable and expires on April 24, 2016. VALUE: $750

KIDS

801. CHESS FROM THE BEST! ONE HOUR LESSON WITH ALAN ABRAMS: TAKE ONE Donated by: Alan Abrams Learn from the best! The lucky winner of this package will receive a one-hour private lesson from nationally recognized Chess Master, Alan Abrams. Alan has 18 years experience as a chess instructor and many of Alan's students have become avid tournament competitors, consistently winning top individual and team honors in both local and national tournaments. Alan's lessons cultivate a continued appreciation for the game of chess while working on improving basic game openings, middle games tactics, and end game strategies. Checkmate! VALUE: $125 802. CHESS FROM THE BEST! ONE-HOUR LESSON WITH ALAN ABRAMS: TAKE TWO Donated by: Alan Abrams Learn from the best! The lucky winner of this package will receive a one-hour private lesson from nationally recognized Chess Master, Alan Abrams. Alan has 18 years experience as a chess instructor and many of Alan's students have become avid tournament competitors, consistently winning top individual and team honors in both local and national tournaments. Alan's lessons cultivate a continued appreciation for the game of chess while working on improving basic game openings, middle games tactics, and end game strategies. Checkmate! VALUE: $125 803. MAY THE LEGO FORCE BE WITH YOU! Donated by: The First Grade Parents Unleash the power of the force at home! Recreate the famous showdown between Han Solo and Greed at the Mos Eisley Cantina. Fire up the engines and get ready to track down the Separatists in your ARC-170 fighter, battle the Empire with the Rebel heroes' awesome starship, The Ghost. Protect the vital Holocrons from the dark side with Jek-14 and his streamlined Jedi Scout Fighter, play out epic thrilling space battles with the B-wing, join Obi-Wan Kenobi in his pursuit of General Grievous on his all-terrain Wheel Bike or lead Rogue

Squadron with Luke Skywalker in the streamlined Snowspeeder! Includes a high gloss green Lego building table. VALUE: $525 804. PLAN THE PERFECT GIRL'S DAY WITH YOUR NEW LEGO FRIENDS! Donated by: The First Grade Parents Head out of town with your new friends Stephanie, Emma, Sophie, Andrea, Joanna and Isabella. Start your day at the Heartlake Shopping Mall for fabulous shopping experience! Relax and cool down at the City Pool - the hottest spot to spend a long summer day - before heading out to the shore for a walk around the iconic Heart lake Lighthouse! While at Heartlake stop by to see Natasha at the salon for a total makeover. Pets are welcome and will get their own makeover at the state of the art pet salon. Red high gloss Lego building table and a storage bin included! VALUE: $400 805. XBOX ONE Donated by: The Third Grade Parents The perfect entertainment for kids and parents alike, Xbox One brings together the best exclusive games and the most advanced multiplayer and entertainment experiences. On Xbox One, you can do two things at once by snapping a game, live TV, a movie, or apps side-by-side, and switch quickly from one to the next. To complete the package, there is a second wireless controller and games the whole family can enjoy including Madden NFL 15, Monopoly, Lego Marvel Superheros and Just Dance 2015. VALUE: $510

806. SPEEDY SPARTAN! Donated by: The Wildwood Cottage Parents, BMW of Darien and Splash Car Wash You’re little one will be the talk of the neighborhood in this sleek BMW pedal car! Tricked out with a Stanwich sticker and pennant, and with a cuddly plush Spartan riding shotgun, your tot will roll along with style and school spirit! And, while they are turning heads on the block, you can get your own car showroom ready. Included in this package is a certificate for a full car detailing service at Splash Car Wash and a gift card for car washes to maintain that shiny new car look. VALUE: PRICELESS

807. NOT ALL DANCERS WEAR TUTUS! Donated by: Dance Adventure/Dance Center of Greenwich Your child will enjoy eight tap, hip-hop, or modern dance classes at Dance Adventure/Dance Center of Greenwich. The Dance Center was created to meet the needs of the older dancer through focus on technique and curriculum. Each student receives personalized attention as they explore their chosen art form through music and dramatic expression. Classes restricted to the 2015-16 academic year and expire 12/30/15. VALUE: $250 808. SHE'S BACK! THE STANWICH AMERICAN GIRL DOLL! Donated by: The Tejpaul Family You won’t believe the thrill and hours of fun, Grace Thomas, the 2015 American Girl of the Year, decked out in a one of a kind Stanwich uniform, will bring to your little school girl. Grace loves to bake with friends and invent new recipes. Then a trip to Paris inspires her to try new things — including turning her passion for baking into a business. In addition to the doll, this package boasts a complete Stanwich PH, IH, PE uniform and backpack. Sewn by a talented English seamstress, and ready to wear! Lower School girls are clamoring to own this one of a kind special doll. Be the parent of the year and support Stanwich! VALUE: PRICELESS

809. BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR AT ANIMAL EMBASSY Donated by: Animal Embassy LLC Join Chris Evers, Director Founder of Animal Embassy for an up-close, exciting and interactive experience! With this private tour, your family will meet the diversity of live Animal Ambassadors who call Animal Embassy home. We will investigate the life of an animal care specialist as we go behind-the-scenes in Animal Embassy. Discover what it takes to feed and keep our ambassadors healthy as you participate in preparing a salad and feeding select animals. Children (and adults!) will be able to touch and even hold select animals while learning about their appearance and adaptations, as well as how these amazing creatures came to be rescued or adopted by Animal Embassy.

You will also encounter some of the special ambassadors who do not regularly travel, such as Tiki the Cockatoo, Red the Scarlet Macaw, Lily the Albino Burmese Python, and Rango the Panther Chameleon. Specific animal interactions depend largely on feeding schedules and animal behavior, but can be customized to your family’s interests and will include our most dynamic Animal Ambassadors, such as Sully the African Sulcata Tortoise, Sugar Gliders, Sydney the Eclectus parrot, South American Chinchillas, Clover the Flemish Giant Rabbit, Pradesh the Peahen and more!

Private one-hour tour will be provided to one family (parents and their children). Date to be arranged at a mutually agreeable date. Animal Embassy cannot guarantee specific animals due to program and feeding schedules, behavior and other restrictions VALUE: PRICELESS 810. IT’S A ZANIAC BIRTHDAY PARTY Donated by: Zaniac Greenwich Who says you can’t learn while you play? Your student and up to 19 friends can create a biome in Minecraft, program a robot, strategize in chess, or build a video game with Scratch. Party includes pizza, beverages, cake, and goody bags??? Your next birthday party is planned and programmed at Zaniac Greenwich! Restrictions: Parties may take place Saturdays from 4:30 – 6:30pm or Sundays from 10am – 6pm. Expires May 1, 2016. VALUE: $995

811. SEND YOUR CHILD TO ESF FOR A WEEK OF SUMMER CAMP Donated by: ESF Summer Camps Your child will love a week of camp hosted by ESF at Greenwich Academy. Choose between the day camp – pure fun, with activities including swimming, art, sports, science, music/drama – and the sports camp, the finest multi-sports experience featuring baseball, soccer, basketball, hockey, lacrosse and more! Valid for 2015 summer; extended day not included. VALUE: $740

812. A BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR TEN AT CHELSEA PIERS Donated by: Chelsea Piers, Stamford, CT Take home a Chelsea Piers Connecticut birthday party for ten children. This "Basic Package" includes paper goods, candles and balloons. Parties are two hours long, with 75 minutes of activity and 45 minutes in a private party space. Combine any two activities including field sports, court sports, trampolines, rock climbing, gymnastics, dance, batting cages or our Splash Zone. For more details please see http://fitness.chelseapiersct.com/birthday VALUE: $460

PARTIES, PARTIES, PARTIES

901. NA'CHO ORDINARY PARTY! FRIDAY MAY 29TH, 6PM – 9PM Donated by: Amy Andrews, Amy Carbone, Janine & Bobby Kennedy, Greg & Kristine Gigliotti, Kara & Michael Gerardi and Kristen & Dan Rosenbaum Throw on a sombrero; grab your friends, & salsa on over! You do not have to travel South of the Border to celebrate the end of the school year, at the seaside home of The Gigliotti Family. As you step into the Fiesta, you will be greeted with a Margarita and treated to delicious Mexican delectables – all while enjoying the most stunning views of Stamford Harbor and Long Island Sound in Fairfield County. But wait there's more our hosts will be mixing up current and classic dance hits all evening and later, under the stars; you can relax by the fire pit and toast S'mores! We can only take the first 100 people to register. So this is no time for a siesta, get on the stick, and secure your fiesta! Rain date: Saturday, May 30th, same time, same place. TICKETS: $125 PER PERSON; LIMITED TO FIRST 100 BIDDERS TO REGISTER. 902. RENEW, RELAX, RESTORE: YOGA & SPA LUNCH Donated by: Anastasia Brien, Natalie De Munnynck, and Kristen Rosenbaum Breathe in the sweet aroma of spring with a spa-like day of yoga and lunch with friends, old or new. RENEW with an outdoor yoga class led by Stanwich mom and certified yoga instructor, Anastasia Brien. RELAX with a short-guided meditation to help transport you to a place of complete calm. RESTORE with a delicious spa style lunch catered by the exquisite Le Moulin. This special event will take place at The Wiegenfeld Family’s resort style outdoor space on Wednesday, May 27th from 11am until 2pm. No prior yoga experience required. This event will move indoors if Mother Nature doesn't cooperate. TICKETS: $100 PER PERSON; LIMITED TO FIRST 25 YOGI’S TO REGISTER.

903. CO-ED PADDLE TENNIS PARTY AT THE FIELD CLUB: SATURDAY, JANUARY 9TH Donated by: Melissa & James Raezer and Lara & Christopher Laitala Start 2016 with a bounce and spend Saturday evening, January 9th with Stanwich friends – old or new - playing paddle tennis at The Field Club. Whether you warm up on the courts, or stay inside the hut with tasty nibbles and drinks, you are sure to enjoy a night of great play and good fun. All levels welcome! Our own Christopher Laitala, former collegiate and nationally ranked tennis player, and Stanwich father, will be on deck for 30 minutes before play begins with drills and pointers for new players, or those who would like to brush-up their skills. Hearty soup, chili, and spirits abound, making this a perfect start to the New Year. TICKETS: $115 PER PERSON; LIMITED TO FIRST 20 PADDLE FANS TO REGISTER. 904. 1ST ANNUAL LADIES ROUND ROBIN TENNIS PARTY & LUNCHEON Donated by: Steven & Katie Goldberg and Andrew & Karen Richard Tennis Anyone? Twelve lucky ladies will join Katie Goldberg and Karen Richard on Thursday, May 21st at Burning Tree Country Club with two exceptional tennis pros on hand to get you warmed-up and provide tips on game play. After the games, enjoy lunch and refreshments with your new tennis friends! All levels welcome! Play to begin at 11am on Thursday, May 21st. Rain date: Tuesday, May 26th with play beginning at noon. TICKETS: $100 PER PERSON; LIMITED TO FIRST 20 TWELVE PLAYERS TO REGISTER. 905. LADIES CHIP & SIP AT BURNING TREE COUNTRY CLUB Donated by: Elin Collins, Jennifer Frascella, Karen Richard and Maureen Vitanza Join Elin Collins, Jennifer Frascella, & Karen Richard and Maureen Vitanza for a short chipping and putting lesson followed by lively low-pressure games at Burning Tree Country Club on Wednesday, June 3rd at 6pm. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres to be served throughout the evening. Part lesson, part social gathering; who said golf was no fun? All levels welcome. Rain date: Thursday, June 4th. TICKETS: $115 PER PERSON; LIMITED TO FIRST 15 WOMEN TO REGISTER.

906. THROW YOURSELF A SUSHI MAKING PARTY Donated by: Naomi Azrak and Lynn Schwartz Throw yourself a party and learn to roll sushi! Invite up to 5 of your besties to spend an afternoon learning the art of sushi rolling from our own Japanese Sushi making mom, Naomi Azrak. Celebrate after the lesson and sit down to a beautiful table set in the home of Lynn Schwartz, with a full Japanese luncheon & spirits. A wonderful way to celebrate a birthday! Date flexible, but must be mutually agreed upon by all parties. Expires May 1, 2016. VALUE: PRICELESS 907. FLOWER ARRANGING PARTY FOR 8 TO 10 AT WINSTON FLOWERS Donated by: Winston Flowers and Baccarat Invite 8 to 10 friends for a fun evening of flowers and wine. A Winston floral designer will give you useful tips on how to create a gorgeous centerpiece and then you and your guests will each design your own arrangement to take home. Refreshments will be served. The winner of this party also gets to take home the beautiful flower arrangement on display at the benefit as well as a crystal bud vase from Baccarat. VALUE: $1,000

908. MOVIE NIGHT AT THE HATSTADTS! Donated by: Cindy and Phillippe Hatstadt Enjoy a cocktail and a canapé while watching your favorite flick in the luxurious home theater of Cindy & Philippe Hatstadt. For up to 13 adults. Collaborate with the Hatstadts on movie selection and date of party. VALUE: $500