Wilmington Montessori School
E d u c a t i n g t h e m i n d . Nu t u r i n g t h e s p i r i t .
APRIL 20, 2013
Wilmington Montessori School
Wilmington Montessori School
Educating the mind. Nuturing the spirit.
Auction & Casino Games
WMS’s Lucky Pair Dear Friends: Welcome! We are delighted to bring the WMS annual auction home. This year a strengthened parent community, a renewed leadership and our always, extraordinary staff, have come together as an energized WMS community. Let’s celebrate this occasion together! Our thanks go out to everyone who has contributed to making this evening a success. Good luck and Enjoy!
— Cathy Capper & Kerry Shweiki
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D E C O R AT I N G D E L AW A R E F O R O V E R A C E N T U RY
THREE GENERATIONS OF THE MILLER FAMILY CARRY ON THE TRADITION!
Andrew L. Miller, President (3rd Generation), Sharon Miller, Vice-President (4th Generation), & Marissa (5th Generation)
•LARGEST SELECTION OF CARPET, HARDWOOD, LAMINATE, TILE & VINYL IN A HUGE SELECTION OF STYLES & COLORS. •EXPERT FLOOR REFINISHING IS ALSO AVAILABLE. •LOWER PRICES DUE TO OUR NATIONAL BUYING POWER. •AFFORDABLE FINANCING FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS.
•MILLER’S ‘BEAUTIFUL’ WARRANTY GUARANTEES YOUR SATISFACTION. •KNOWLEDGEABLE, NO PRESSURE SALES STAFF. •EXPERT INSTALLATION. •CENTURY-OLD FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS.
NO INTEREST FOR ONE YEAR FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS!
MILLER New Castle (302)
CARPET ONE
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The ONE store for your perfect floor.®
322-5452 500 West Basin Rd. (Route 141) opp. New Castle County Airport Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9 - 8; Tuesday & Saturday 9 - 5; Sunday 11 - 4
WMS’s Lucky Pair Evening Schedule
April 20, 2013 7:00 p.m.
Registration begins. All Tables Open. Raffle Tickets Available. Gaming Tables Open.
7:15 p.m.
Cathy to give Welcome and Night events/timing.
8:00 p.m.
Royal Flush Table Closes.
8:30 p.m.
Straight Flush Table Closes.
9:00 p.m.
Four Of A Kind Table Closes.
9:30 p.m.
Full House Table Closes.
9:15 p.m.
Gaming Tables close. Gaming chips exchanged for raffle tickets.
9:30 p.m.
Live Auction begins. Last chance to get raffle tickets.
9:45 p.m.
Raffle. Winners selected.
10:00 p.m.
Dancing.
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Auction Committee
Cathy Capper Auction Chair Kerry Shweiki Auction Chair Kevin Kahn Auction Co-Chair Becky Allen Gifts Chair Molly Sharp Decorations Chair Laurie Muhlbauer Decorations Chair Gilles Auffret Graphic Designs
So many hands‌.so little space. Thanks to all the WMS Community members who helped make tonight a success!
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Friends of Wilmington Montessori School
We would like to take this opportunity to thank the many generous families and businesses in the community. Your support of our school is greatly appreciated and will be remembered by our families. The Wilmington Montessori School wishes you the best in 2013! 6th Grade Families
Chaddsford Collision
Ed Garabedian
Abel Center
Chantilly Blue
Garrison Cyclery
Arden Swim Club
Costco
Stefanie & Eva Glick
Bertucci’s of Wilmington
David W. Pusey - Therapeutic Massage
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters
Lisa Bowen/Yours2Treasure Boy Scouts Boyds Flowers Brandywine Academic Services
DealCatcher.com Delaware Express Delaware Nature Society
Haneeda’s Kitchen Hansel and Gretel Harry’s Hospitality Group
Delaware Theatre Company
Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar
Dental Associates of Delaware
The Hayman Family
Branywine YMCA
Dogfish Head Craft Brewed Ales
Historic Kennett Square
Brew Ha Ha!
DiscountMags.com
Hunter Clarke-Fields
Buckley’s Tavern
Elk Mountain
Michael Johnson
Camp Montessori
Fitness Professionals LLC/ Anytime Fitness
Julie Johnston
Brandywine Occupational Therapy, LLC
Leslie Carey Chadds Ford Fireside Shop 8
Israel J. Floyd Focus Fitness Brandywine
Kim & Bob Jones Brian Kelly
Karen & Peter Kettler
Pure Yoga Pilates Studio
Twin Lakes Brewing Co.
La Famiglia Ristorante
Q-Fitness
Ulysses American Gastropub
Lady’s Image
Anna Quisel
Walton Painting
The Laster Family
Restaurant.com
Whitney Gadsby
Le Shio Restaurant
Rhodunda & Williams
Whole Foods Market Glen Mills
Leisure Fitness
Ricks Tree Service
Wild Thyme, Inc
Little Nest Portraits
Rohrbacher Family
Wilmington Blue Rocks
Magic Car Wash
Ruthie Kleinman Photography
Wilmington Montessori PTO
Mid Atlantic Grand Prix
Jim & Loretta Schneider
Wilmington Montessori School
Miller Carpet One
Kathie Schroeder
Wilmington Police Department
Mona’s Health Foods Inc
The Shweiki Family
WL Gore and Associates, Inc
Moore Brothers Wine Company
Shweiki Media
WMS - Room 1
O.K. Video
Ahuva Shweiki
WMS - Room 2
Old Country Gardens
The Silvers Family
WMS - Room 3
Orth & Associates
SIW Vegetables
WMS - Room 4
Panera Bread
Six Flags Great Adventure
WMS - Room 5
Parent Education Consulting Services - Yvonne Naas
The Snyder Family
WMS - Room 6
Spitfire Designs
WMS - Rooms 9/10
Steve Swyka Auto Specialist
WMS - Room 11
Penn Cinema Imax
Talbots
WMS - Room 12/14
Penn’s View Hotel
Talleyville Fire Company
WMS - Room 15
Penns Woods Winery
The Birth Center
WMS - Room 16
Pescatores Restaurant
The Massage Center
WMS - Room 27 Aftercare
Philadelphia 76ers
The Melting Pot
WMS Auction Committee
Philadelphia Eagles
The Oasis Family Fun Center
Wooden Wheels
Philadelphia Wings
Total Wine & More
Pizza By Elizabeths
Toscana’s Catering
PSUTixMan
Trader Joe’s
Party Delaware -Stephanie & Matt Wolynetz
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Terms, Conditions & Procedures of Sale
When you arrive, please check in at the Registration Tables. Here, you will receive any additions to the catalog along with your bid number. 1. Auction Items a. Unless otherwise announced at the time of sale, all bids are “per lot,” as numbered in the printed catalog or its addendum. A “lot” may be single or multiple items. The purchaser should note the description in the catalog or addendum. b. All items are purchased “as is.” Wilmington Montessori School is not responsible for any representations, warranties, faults or defects in any lot or the correctness of any statement as to the genuineness, origin, date, age, condition, or quality of any lot. 2. Bidding a. Silent Auction: The Silent Auction begins promptly at 8:00 pm and table closing times will be posted. Items in the Silent Auction have bid sheets. To bid, write your Bid Number and the amount of your bid on the Bid Sheet. Write clearly, please. Be sure to increase the previous bid
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by at least the bid increment stated at the top of the bid sheet — any bids less than this specified amount will be deleted. The highest bidder at the time of table closing shall be the purchaser. Auction officials will circle the winning bid for each item — check back after the tables close! b. Live Auction: To enter a bid, hold up your Bid Number to signal the Auctioneer or a nearby spotter. The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. 3. Auction officials reserve the right to remove any item from the silent auction for presentation during the live auction. 4. Terms a. Payment is due in full on the night of the auction. Payment options are cash, personal check (made out to WMS) or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover). b. All sales are final. Thank you for joining us this evening and for your support of Wilmington Montessori School. Remember — bid early and often!
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Auction Items
Beautiful Things No. 001
Two Bird Plates
Est. Value: $40
Bring Spring home! These two cute decorative plates brighten up your home. — Donated by: Old Country Gardens No. 002
Women’s Scarf
Est. Value: $40
Accessorize with this versatile and beautiful beige scarf from Talbots. — Donated by: Talbots No. 003
Squirrel Feeder
Est. Value: $45
Hand crafted wooden squirrel feeder perfect for those backyard friends! — Donated by: Jim Schneider No. 004
Fashion Scarf
Est. Value: $49
Accessorize with this multi-print fashion scarf. — Donated by: Lady’s Image
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No. 005
Austrian Crystal Necklace and Earring Set
Est. Value: $50
Beautiful Austrian rose colored necklace and earring set. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 006
Hammered Hoop Earrings
Est. Value: $50
A modern variation on the classic favorite. — Donated by: The Shweiki Family No. 007
Silpada Hammered Cuff Ring
Est. Value: $50
Want to show off those lovely fingers? This Sterling Silver Cuff ring will do just that. — Donated by: The Shweiki Family No. 008
For the Pets in Your Life
Est. Value: $55
These amusing mats would add the perfect decor to your pet’s living quarters, while reminding of Breast Cancer Awareness. — Donated by: Miller Carpet One No. 009
Keen LIBBY MJ Size 6 Shoes
Est. Value: $55
Never worn, these red Keen Libby MJ shoes are a youth size, but run large at a 6 ½-7 women’s size. Fun and practical, good for anyone who loves to be out and about. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 010
Step On To Support A Cause
Est. Value: $55
These charming mats would look cute in your child’s bathroom, playroom or anywhere, while also reminding of Breast Cancer Awareness. — Donated by: Miller Carpet One No. 011
Turquoise Necklace And Ring
Est. Value: $75
Grab this retired collection from Silpada. Sterling Silver Turquoise and Mother-of-Pearl Necklace Stretch ring made of Blue Green Magnestie and Sterling Silver. One size fits most. — Donated by: The Shweiki Family 14
No. 012
Two Pairs Of One Of A Kind Handmade Earings
Est. Value: $90
Spoil your ears with this handmade earring set. The first pair is the “Tinkerbelle Earring” which includes Swarovski Crystals in a luminescent blue with sterling silver. Perfect for summer or all year round. The second pair, “All or Nothing Earring”, is opalite with sterling silver flowers and wires. This neutral style makes them perfect with any outfit. A great summer earring with a tan! — Donated by: Spitfire Designs No. 013
Seasonal Doormats
Est. Value: $105
Be ready for spring, summer, fall and winter with this collection of 4 seasonal doormats – one for each season. — Donated by: Miller Carpet One No. 014
Wild Thyme Flower Arrangement
Est. Value: $125
Use this certficate to brighten up your home with a custom fresh flower arrangement from Wild Thyme. — Donated by: Wild Thyme, Inc. No. 015
Chantilly Blue Collection
Est. Value: $150
This Chantilly Blue collection includes a Scarf, Hanky Panky Thongs, Nail Polish and a gift card. — Donated by: Chantilly Blue No. 016
Landscape in Brown
Est. Value: $150
2 matted 11” x 14” watercolors. Beautiful scenery watercolor that is already matted and ready to be placed in your perfect frame! — Donated by: Ahuva Shweiki No. 017
French Cabaret Necklace with Blush Grape Earrings
Est. Value: $160
Very chic indeed when draped across your lovely decolletage. This Quartz, Pink Soapstone, Pearl, and Sterling silver necklace is paired with Pearl, Soapstone, Quartz, and Cz sterling earrings. — Donated by: The Shweiki Family 15
No. 018
Listening To Your Heart
Est. Value: $200
11” x 14” canvas wrapped oil painting entitled “Listening to your Heart”. Elegant black and white roses make this perfect for any room in the house. — Donated by: Ahuva Shweiki No. 019
2 Pairs of Irregular Choice Shoes
Est. Value: $225
These women’s size 8-9 shoes are the shoes of Ireland’s youth. Striking, yet surprisingly comfortable. These shoes were a gift after a trip to Ireland, and have been tried on but never worn out of the house. Please feel free to try these on and see for yourself. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 020
Gore-Tex Running Wear AIR GT AS Men’s Large Water Proof Jacket Est. Value: $250 Unusual for Gore-Tex, this Gore-Tex jacket was wholly designed and manufactured by WL Gore and Associates INC, headquartered nearby in Newark, Delaware. The Gore Running Wear Collection is engineered by Gore’s associates in Germany in close collaboration with professional runners, and manufactured in China. Gore Running Wear garments have received numerous awards for quality, performance and design. If you become the lucky owner of this jacket, you will find that you are protected from rain and you will stay comfortably dry inside the jacket because the Gore membrane lets evaporation out. And best of all, more than any of the other waterproof and breathable jackets out there, GoreTex jackets are durable - waterproof and breathable for years through washing and all. — Donated by: WL Gore and Associates, Inc
No. 021
Calleen Cordero Pastiche Bag
Est. Value: $400
Handmade in the USA, Calleen Cordero’s leatherwork is true to the old world traditions of Italian artisans. Decorated with a mosaic of metal beads, this bag is light weight and practical with a cross-body shoulder strap and magnetic closures. And it is rugged - you can carry your essentials in style without worrying about this bag. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 022
Original Painting, “Humming Bird’s Tale 33”
Est. Value: $600
8” x 8” x 2” acrylic on panel - Sky blue with Circles. Additional info: 40% goes to WMS, 60% to artist, minimum bid, $360. — Donated by: Hunter Clarke, Artist 16
No. 023
Original Painting, “Hummingbird’s Tale 5”
Est. Value: $600
8” x 8” x 2” oil on panel - Peach Swirls. Additional Info: 40% to WMS, 60% to Artist, Min bid $360. — Donated by: Hunter Clarke, Artist No. 024
Original Painting, “In Flight 1”
Est. Value: $600
8” x 8” x 2” oil on panel - Teal Background. Additional info: 40% goes to WMS, 60% to artist, minimum bid, $360. — Donated by: Hunter Clarke, Artist No. 025
Original Painting, “Contra Dans”
Est. Value: $1,000
24” x 24” oil painting on panel, pine frame and signed by the artist. Additional Info: 40% to WMS, 60% to artist, min bid $600. — Donated by: Hunter Clarke, Artist No. 026
Original Painting, “Aerial 9 (Owl)”
Est. Value: $3,000
Framed watercolor on paper. Additional Details: 40% WMS, 60% to artist, min bid, $1,800. — Donated by: Hunter Clarke, Artist
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Children & Young at Heart No. 027
Runway Ready
Est. Value: $85
Your Tween will be runway ready with this cute accessory ensemble which includes a Juicy Couture velour tote, a Juicy Couture “Peace & Love” perfume and lotion set, polka-dot iPhone case, BCBG bracelet and more. — Donated by: Lisa Bowen/Yours2Treasure No. 028
Peter Rabbit Basket
Est. Value: $100
This classic Peter Rabbit themed basket is perfect for a new little one or for new or expectant mom. Shower him or her with The Great Big Treaasury of Beatrix Potter, Peter Rabbit miniature library, Royal Albert figurine and Book of Jemima Puddle Duck, baby memory book, photo album, large stuffed rabbit, 2 small rabbits, set of padded baby hangers and more. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 029
Pretty In Pink!
Est. Value: $100
Your little girl can dress like a diva! This three piece set by Peace of Cake includes a gorgeous pink fur and sequins vest, pink fur hat and backpac. Adorable on your 2-4 Toddler aged girl. — Donated by: Hansel and Gretel No. 030
Puppet Tree With Folkmanis Puppets
Est. Value: $130
This puppet tree invites fun. You will discover some of Delaware’s native creatures living in its branches - a bullfrog, a dolphin, a barn owl and a skunk (all beautiful new Folkmanis hand puppets). These friends can help brush teeth, tuck in at night and take part in hours of creative play. — Donated by: Snyder Family No. 031
Teddy Bear Picnic Gift Basket
Est. Value: $150
What better way is there to spend an afternoon than on a teddy bear picnic! This fabulous set includes 2 teddy bears, teddy bear picnic table, miniature wicker picnic basket filled 18
with doll sized china and flatware, adult sized picnic backpack filled with a picnic set for 2 and various teddy bear and picnic themed books. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 032
Montessori Shelf
Est. Value: $200
From one Montessori family to another. Our family found this shelf at a Montessori school silent auction and our children worked for hours with these activities. Roll out the butterfly mat and settle in. — Donated by: Snyder Family No. 033
Pick-A-Book Bookshelves And Books
Est. Value: $200
Make reading even more fun! Your child will enjoy finding a book to read on these PickA-Book bookshelves, where books are easy to see, reach and settle down with. And these bookshelves are specially stocked with a few Snyder family favorites. Invest in these bookshelves to help create wonderful reading memories for your child. — Donated by: Snyder Family No. 034
Three Handcrafted Montessori Children’s Chairs
Est. Value: $240
Three custom built solid popular children’s chairs. Made by our very own WMS current parent, Brian Kelly. — Donated by: Brian Kelly No. 035
Kids Baking Basket
Est. Value: $250
Perfect for the little chefs in your kitchen! This collection will be sure to please you and your little ones as you explore the fun of a cooking and baking together. Includes several wonderful childrens and family cookbooks, whoopie pie maker, cakelet pan, childrens baking briefcase with cookie cutters and baking tools, 5 piece cookie kit, colander, chopping board, child apron and more. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 036
Kids Science & Discovery Basket
Est. Value: $270
Everything you need for the blossoming little scientist in your house. Collection includes microscope kit, Smithsonian science lab with 5 kits in one (weather, crystal growing,
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bioscope, micro chemistry and volcano), several different science and weather books, 13 piece tool kit, periscope kit and more! — Donated by: Anonymous No. 037
Kids Acitivities & Imagination Basket
Est. Value: $300
Activities galore! This huge collection of kids activities and creative projects will give your child an endless supply of things to learn and do! Collection includes Pop Up Cards, The Everything Games book, fun faces and masks, button jewelry books with box of buttons, juggling book with rubber balls, decorative gift boxes to fold and make, activity calendar, paper airplanes book, step by step magic tricks book with top hat, rabbit, deck of cards and magic wand, yo-yo trick book and 2 yo-yos, craft paper, scissors, markers and other craft supplies and so much more! — Donated by: Anonymous No. 038
Princess And Fairies Gift Basket
Est. Value: $300
Is your little girl the princess of the house? Make her feel like the princess she is with an upholstered child’s rocking chair, princess teddy bear and magical dragon. As she rocks in her chair, let her imagination fly away with the fairies from the various fairy books which can be then be neatly stacked away on the white woven book rack until her next adventure. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 039
Princess Tea Party Gift Basket
Est. Value: $300
Every day can be a party with this charming princess tea party collection. Highlights include a wooden tea table with 2 chairs, table cloth and matching chair cushions, Royal Daulton porcelain gift collection, musical teapot, pedestal cake plate, fairytale cottage bundt cake pan, tea pot, stuffed frog prince, wooden book rack, princess floor puzzle, and books from the Angelina Ballerina series and Disney princesses among others. The collection includes eveything you need for your little one to host the perfect party and be a princess for a day! — Donated by: Anonymous
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No. 040
Apple Ipad Mini 16GB w/ Wi-Fi (Black Or White)
Est. Value: $329
Brand new Apple iPad Mini 16GB with 7.9” display, 90 day phone support and a 1 year warranty. — Donated by: DealCatcher.com No. 041
North American Forest Basket
Est. Value: $400
Learn all about the animals in the North American forest with this amazing collection. Stuffed animals and puppets include deer, bears, squirrels, beavers, rabbits, turtles, birds and many more. Read all about the animals in the wonderful collection of both nonfiction and fiction books also included in this set. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 042
Samuel Eastman Vl80 1/8 Size Children’s Violin
Est. Value: $400
This beautiful violin was purchased from David Bromberg’s for our five year old upon starting violin lessons. It produces a beautiful resonant sound compared to many small violins, which encouraged our child when starting this instrument. Here you will find the necessities for starting to play the violin - resin inside the case, a bow and a chin rest. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 043
Semester of Piano Lessons
Est. Value: $425
Learn to play the piano with this package of lessons. Lesson to be held at WMS, Grand Opera House or private studio, as available. Instruction books, such as Music Theory, Music Lesson, Finger Exercise, and Popular Music Books are included. Age and level appropriate instruction for Ages 6 to Adult. — Donated by: Leslie Carey No. 044
Odyssey Of The Mind Creative Problem Solving
Est. Value: Priceless!
Have you or your kids ever been curious about Odyssey of the Mind? Or do or your kids you enjoy working creatively with a team? Your coaches (two experienced Odyssey of the Mind coaches and WMS parents, Julie Johnston and Anna Quisel) will arrive at your chosen location with an hour’s worth of mind-stretching fun. This is a chance for two teams of three to seven people (families, a group of friends, adults or kids or both) to work through 5 OOTM-style problems. It’s a great chance to learn about how your friends and family think! Perhaps entertainment for a birthday party? Or an exciting way to spend game night as a family? Here’s an example: working as a team, hang as many objects as 21
possible from a clothesline using straws, paper clips and string, with 3 minutes to plan and 4 minutes to make it happen. Or, create a short play featuring watermelons and a flat tire. We will bring all materials and costumes and props. We are happy to have current or former OMER’s bid on this item too - our problems will be fun new spontaneous problems. Please give us 2 weeks notice in advance of your planned OOTM Problem Solving Event. Expires 4/20/2014. — Donated by: Julie Johnston and Anna Quisel No. 045
Birthday Party at Talleyville Fire Department
Est. Value: Priceless!
This is a great experience for kids who’ve always wondered about what life is like for a firefighter. This event includes a tour of the fire station, as well as hardhats and helmets for the children. Plus a room or area to have cake and refreshments (to be provided by the winner). — Donated by: Jeff and Stacey Silvers/Talleyville Fire Department No. 046
Ride To School In A Wilmington Police Car
Est. Value: Priceless!
Get a ride to school in a Wilmington Police Car. A uniformed officer will come to your residence and pick up your child along with up to 2 friends or siblings and escort them to school. Your child will get door to door service and be taken from home all the way to their classroom. — Donated by: Jeff Silvers/Wilmington Police Department No. 047
Talleyville Fire Truck Ride
Est. Value: Priceless!
Your kids will love this auction item! Taleyville Fire Company will drive up to the winners home, if within their service area, or at a location agreed upon and take up to 6 kids on a 20-30 minute ride. — Donated by: Jeff and Stacey Silvers/ Talleyville Fire Department
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Food & Wine No. 048
Go Healthy!
Est. Value: $25
Feel great with health and natural foods using this $25.00 gift certificate to Mona’s Health Foods. — Donated by: Mona’s Health Foods Inc No. 049
Gift Bag
Est. Value: $30
Favorite goodies from Trader Joe’s! This re-usable Trader Joe’s bag will be packed with some Trader Joe’s “best sellers”. Don’t miss out on this great item. — Donated by: Trader Joe’s No. 050
Bertucci’s Of Wilmington
Est. Value: $50
$50.00 Gift Certificate to Bertucci’s of Wilmington. — Donated by: Bertucci’s of Wilmington No. 051
Fondue “Dip” Certificate
Est. Value: $50
Melted chocolate or cheese or both? You choose with this $50.00 dip certificate to The Melting Pot in Wilmington. Redeemable at Wilmington’s Concord Pike location only and is valid toward food and beverage purchases only. Expires 8/20/2013. — Donated by: The Melting Pot No. 052
Ulysses American Gastropub Gift Certificate
Est. Value: $50
Treat yourself to dinner out with this $50.00 gift certificate to Ulyses American Gastropub. — Donated by: Ulysses American Gastropub No. 053
Whole Foods Gift Card
Est. Value: $50
Delicious prepared foods? Organic fruit and veggies? High quality meats, poultry and fish? There are endless choices on how to spend this $50.00 gift card at the Whole Foods Market in Glen Mills. — Donated by: Whole Foods Market Glen Mills 23
No. 054
A Good Cup Of Joe
Est. Value: $55
For the coffee lover, this package includes six 10 ounce bags of Green Mountain ground coffee, a french press and mugs. — Donated by: Green Mountain Coffee Roasters No. 055
Bread For A Year
Est. Value: $60
Certificate is good for a free loaf of freshly baked bread each month of the year for one year. Maximum retail value is $60. — Donated by: Panera Bread No. 056
Date Night In Wilmington!
Est. Value: $75
Enjoy and evening in Wilmington! Dinner at Le Shio restaruant in Fairfax with this $50 gift certificate and a movie at the new Imax theater on the Riverfront. — Donated by: Le Shio and Penn Cinema Imax
a VISIT OUR CAFÉ AT 1812 MARSH ROAD Shops of Branmar Plaza
& 9 other Delaware cafés www.brewhaha.com
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No. 057
Brewery Tour & Tasting
Est. Value: $88
Bring some friends along for a tour and tasting for 4 people at Twin Lakes Brewing Company in nearby Greenville, Delaware. Expires 3/19/2014. — Donated by: Twin Lakes Brewing Co. No. 058
Brew Ha Ha Gifts
Est. Value: $100
Enjoy this plentiful basket of Brew Ha Ha treats! — Donated by: Brew Ha Ha! No. 059
Dinner at Buckley’s Tavern
Est. Value: $100
Enjoy a dinner out at Buckley’s Tavern with this $100.00 gift certificate. 12/31/2013. — Donated by: Buckley’s Tavern No. 060
Dinner Prepared By Your Child(ren) + Chef Stef & Sous Chef Eva
Expires
Est. Value: $100
Tired of cooking for the family? Have Chef Stef, her Sous Chef Eva and your children plan & cook a wonderful dinner for you! Not includiing holidays! All grocery items, wine, etc must be purchased by you or by arrangement by Eva Glick. Cleaning included! Expires 4/20/2014. — Donated by: Stefanie & Eva Glick No. 061
Harry’s Gift Package
Est. Value: $100
Package includes $50 gift certificate, a Harry’s wine bag and two bottles of Harry’s House Wine. The gift certificate may be used at Harry’s Savoy Grill, Harry’s Seafood Grill or Kid Shelleen’s Charcoal House. Expires 4/20/2014. — Donated by: Harrys No. 062
Indian Cooking Class For Two
Est. Value: $100
Gift Certificate for $100.00 of Indian Cooking Class for two people. — Donated by: Haneeda’s Kitchen
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No. 063
Oeno Pro Bono Wine Collection
Est. Value: $100
Enjoy an “Oeno Pro Bono” selection of fine wine comprised of 6 bottles including tasting notes and descriptions from Moore Brothers Wine Company. An Oeno Pro Bono collection extends your giving and benefits a number of cultural and social service nonprofit organizations throughout the Delaware Valley. Enjoy this “wine for the greater good”! — Donated by: Moore Brothers Wine Company No. 064
Restaurant.com
Est. Value: $100
Winner will receive a $100.00 gift certificate which can be redeemed for gift certificates to various local area restaurants. Each restaurant’s gift certificates may have terms & restrictions on the use of their certificates. — Donated by: Restaurant.com No. 065
Wine Tasting For Four
Est. Value: $100
Enjoy a tasting of five Penns Woods Wines as well as a sensory analysis with friends. Penns Woods Winery is a family-run Pennsylvania Winery located in Chadds Ford, with over 40 years of experience in the wine business. — Donated by: Penns Woods Winery No. 066
Harvest Dinner & Wine
Est. Value: $110
$50 gift certificate for Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar. Also included with the gift certificate will be a bottle of 2006 Penns Woods Merlot Reserve wine. — Donated by: Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar No. 067
4 Tickets To Kennet Square Brewfest
Est. Value: $250
Sharpen your Hops tasting! This package provides Limo transportation for 10 people and includes 4 tickets to the Historic Kennet Square Brew Fest on October 5th 2013. Sample beers from over 60 local, regional, and craft breweries. The Kennett Brewfest is the winner of Main Street’s “Best of 25 years” Special Event Award. — Donated by: Historic Kennett Square
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No. 068
Half Share In Siw Vegetables Csa
Est. Value: $350
Here’s your chance to own a ½ share (every other week) in a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) for locally grown fruits and vegetables. The SIW Vegetables CSA usually has 20 weeks of sustainably grown veggies and fruits from mid-June until Halloween direct from its family farm in scenic and fertile Brandywine River Valley. Specialties include corn picked fresh all day, everyday, over 30 varieties of heirloom tomatoes, over 10 types of cherry tomatoes, raspberries and blackberries, heirloom melons, eggplant and squash, sweet onions, hardneck garlic, all kinds of potatoes, tender lettuces and greens, beets, green beans, edamame, cukes, all the fall decorations and pumpkins, and gorgeous flowers. Expires 12/2014. — Donated by: SIW Vegetables No. 069
Private Wine Tasting For 20 People
Est. Value: $500
What a remarkable opportunity! Treat your friends, family and fellow wine lovers to a two hour private wine tasting for up to 20 people. Select between a seated gathering with a class style atmosphere or a walk around event, where your guests can not only learn about the wines they taste but are also able to mingle. Total Wine will provide 8 hand-selected wines, stemware, an educational handout for tasting notes and a private room within the store. Choose from popular themes such as California Dreaming, An Inspiring Taste of Italy, Tour de France or Discover the Wines from Down Under. Tastings can not be held on holiday weekends or the last six weeks of the year. Expires 10/1/2014. — Donated by: Total Wine & More No. 070
Reservation At Talula’s Farmhouse For May 4, 2013
Est. Value: Priceless!
The most difficult reservation to get in the country is for Talula’s Farmhouse Table in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Reservations are accepted by phone for the first caller each morning beginning at 7am, for exactly one year in advance to the numerical date. The phone begins ringing at 6:45am and it is pure luck if you get through at 7am!! This item is for the reservation only for the table on Saturday, May 4, 2013 for 8-12 people. The winning bidder must contact Kathie Schroeder with his/her e-mail address and phone number so that she can give the updated contact information to Talula’s Table: (302) 654-6787 or kathie@touringinwinecountry.com — Donated by: Kathie Schroeder
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Health & Beauty No. 071
Choice Of Three 1-Year Magazine Subscriptions
Est. Value: $70
Choose from Bon Appetit, ESPN, Taste of Home, Natural Health, Parenting, Reader’s Digest, Rolling Stone, Weight Watchers, Parents, Elle, Parenting Early Years & Wired Magazines. — Donated by: DiscountMags.com No. 072
Exercise Classes
Est. Value: $90
Get ready for summer with this certificate for 5 exercise classes on the regular class schedule at Focus Fitness Brandywine. Certificate excludes workshops. — Donated by: Focus Fitness Brandywine No. 073
1 ½ Hour Massage
Est. Value: $120
Ahhh....Gift certificate for one and a half hour of therapeutic masssage with David W. Pusey. Expiration date is 12/31/2014. — Donated by: David W. Pusey - Therapeutic Massage No. 074
One Hour Warm Wood Massage
Est. Value: $120
If you are looking for that something extra to take your massage to the next level, look no further! Smooth, heated bamboo is incorporated with long flowing strokes to achieve either deeper relaxation, or deeper work, whichever suites your needs! There is nothing else like it! — Donated by: The Massage Center No. 075
Three Month Membership To Anytime Fitness
Est. Value: $120
3 Month basic membership allowing 24/7 access. — Donated by: Fitness Professionals LLC / Anytime Fitness No. 076
Two In-Home Private Yoga Sessions
Est. Value: $220
Two one hour long in home private yoga sessions with teacher Hunter Clarke-Fields. — Donated by: Hunter Clarke-Fields Yoga 28
No. 077
Three Month Family Membership To The Ymca Of Delaware
Est. Value: $264
This 3 month membership will entitle you to unlimited use of all 6 YMCA locations, free fitness classes, family & adult lap swims & much more. Expires 10/31/2013. — Donated by: Branywine YMCA No. 078
Yoga Package
Est. Value: $450
This all-inclusive yoga package includes 10 classes at Pure Yoga Pilates Studio in Trolley Square, pants, top, t-shirt, yoga mat and a water bottle. — Donated by: Pure Yoga Pilates Studio No. 079
Facial Rejuvenation Package
Est. Value: $500
This item will entitle the winner to receive a cosmetic consultation and aesthetic package to include BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment*. — Donated by: Abel Center No. 080
One Year Membership
Est. Value: $950
Get ready to Get in Shape! Enjoy a 1 year membership to Q Fitness. Founded in 1994 with just one person and one idea to own a fitness facility with no limitations. Our 24 hour fitness facility opened in West Chester PA in 2007. — Donated by: Q-Fitness No. 081
Life Fitness X1 Elliptical Machine With Basic Console
Est. Value: $1,999
The Life Fitness X1 is perfect for the person that just wants to get on and go. It has everything you’d expect from a Life Fitness elliptical cross-trainer – unparalleled quality, a fluid total-body motion, and the patented Link6™ elliptical drive system that delivers an incredibly natural, comfortable stride. — Donated by: Leisure Fitness
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Lifestyle Enhancements No. 082
One Hour Art Lesson
Est. Value: $50
Explore your creative side with a one hour art lesson in the artist’s studio. Expires 12/31/2013. — Donated by: Hunter Clarke, Artist No. 083
Learn To Play The Guitar
Est. Value: $100
Two one-hour guitar lessons in your home. Lessons for adults and children ages 10 and older. Expires 4/2014. — Donated by: Michael Johnson
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Equestrian Gift Basket
Est. Value: $200
An equestrian’s dream! This basket includes all things horse – 2 stuffed horses, horse themed music box, Univ. of Delaware equestrian hat, jigsaw puzzle book, a variety of horse and pony books, Horseland DVD, Black Beauty and more. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 085
Gardening/Garden Party Gift Basket
Est. Value: $250
A complete garden and garden party themed basket which includes gardening tools and tote, hummingbird feeder, peat pot set, floral gift set, window box planter, botanic garden tea cups and saucers, ceramic tea service set, napkin stand, garden prints, various gardening books and lots more! — Donated by: Anonymous No. 086
Sweet Treats Basket
Est. Value: $250
This plentiful basket of all things sweet is perfect for the sweet tooth (or teeth!) in your family. Collection includes a Hamilton Beach 1.5 qt. electric ice cream maker, set of 4 ice cream bowls, smoothie blast, set of 4 soda glasses with straws, Wilton ice cream sandwich baking pan, Bella Cucina mini donut maker, Trader Joes Pound Plus dark and milk chocolate bars, dark chocolate covered cherries, cocoa set, and a variety of cookbooks covering ice cream, smoothies and all things chocolate! — Donated by: Anonymous No. 087
2013 Pool Membership For One
Est. Value: $275
The Arden Pool is located in a lovely, peaceful area behind the Gild Hall. Beautiful trees provide cool, shaded areas. Picnic tables and chairs including a table with a chess/checker board provide areas or snacks and fun. There are also plenty of unshaded areas for sun worshippers! There are weekly events, like Raft Night and swimming lessons. — Donated by: Arden Swim Club No. 088
Cooking With Fruit Basket
Est. Value: $300
Explore your creative side with this collection of cooking with fruit related items. Basket includes a Black & Decker 10 cup food processor, Farberware 2 ½ qt. colander/mixing bowl, rectangular and square tart pans, 2 spring form pans, stainless steel paper towel holder, Wilton Chocolate Pro melting pot, Trader Joes 1 lb dark chocolate, chocolate 31
covered cherries, set of pot holders, placemats and dish towels, shopping tote, cutting board and trivet, serving tray, various cookbooks and more! — Donated by: Anonymous No. 089
Cooking With Vegetables Basket
Est. Value: $300
This huge cooking collection includes a double shelf pot rack, stainless 8 qt stock pot, 6 piece mixing bowl set, stainless potato ricer, stainless measuring spoons, Kitchen Aide colander, assorted melamine kitchen utensils, pot holders, dish towls, placemats, Rachael Ray artichoke lunch bag, tomato keeper, stainless kitchen grater, and an assortment of vegetable related cookbooks. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 090
International Cooking Basket
Est. Value: $300
Ready to try a new cusine or add some variety to your cooking? This collection is the perfect starting point to expanding your culinary accomplishments. Basket includes a porcelain enamel pasta cooker, ravioli rolling pin, Rival 3 qt. electric fondue pot, pizza pans, ceramic pasta bowl, Kitchen Aid collander, potholders and dish towels, cheese grater, kitchen utensils, coffee mug, pasta cutter, sushi instruction set, cookbooks on Asian, Indian, Italian, Mexican and other specialty cuisines and more! — Donated by: Anonymous No. 091
Master Baking Basket
Est. Value: $300
This complete baking collection includes a Master Class round cake pan and flan tins, square cake pan, mini-loaf pans, mini round pie pans, mini flan pans, cupcake tin, monkey bread pan, heart shaped cupcake pan, rolling pin, pastry mat, pastry decorator with nozzles, pedestal cake plate, dessert plates, pastry utensils, baking related cookbooks and more! — Donated by: Anonymous No. 092
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner At Home Basket
Est. Value: $400
A little bit of everything to help make daily meals at home easier! This wonderful collection includes a Smart Pot 5 qt. crock pot, Rival 12 cup coffee maker, Farberware Pro bagel holder set, wooden cutting board, ceramic mixing bowl, Kitchen Aide collander, coffee mugs, ceramic pitcher, a variety of kitchen utensils, kitchen soap, 3 Rachael Ray cookbooks,
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Giada’s Family Dinners cookbook, chip & dip tray, an assortment of other cookbooks to making meal planning a breeze and more. — Donated by: Anonymous No. 093
Dog Lovers Gift Basket
Est. Value: $400
Poodles, Bulldogs, Scotties, Labs, or maybe a lovable mutt? Whatever your favorite kind of dog is, you will be sure to love this complete dog lovers collection. Collection includes over a dozen stuffed animal dogs from Melissa & Doug, TY, Russ and others, $60.00 worth of organic dog treats from Eskico Dog Bakery, dog bone photo frame, and a variety of dog training, care, tips and guide books sure to please any dog lover! — Donated by: Anonymous
Services No. 094
Ready For A Tune-Up?
Est. Value: $100
Having car troubles? Use this $100.00 gift certificate for automobile service at Steve Swyka Auto Specialist. — Donated by: Steve Swyka Auto Specialist No. 095
O.K. Video
Est. Value: $150
Gift certificate for services up to $150.00, including performance DVDs. 7/1/2015. — Donated by: O.K. Video
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No. 096
Little Nest Photo Session
Est. Value: $160
This Little Nest Portraits session is the perfect way to capture your child’s personality and many different expressions! The item includes an in-studio photo session (approx. 30 minutes) with up to three children (immediate family only), an in-person ordering meeting and $60 towards your product purchase. Sessions are photographed by Little Nest photographic artists. Celebrate your family with creative, quality images! The natural light studio is a perfect location for your children to explore and express themselves. Expires 10/20/2013. — Donated by: Little Nest Portraits No. 097
Two Hours Of Parent Education With Yvonne Nass
Est. Value: $200
Yvonne Nass is a popular parent educator who has helped many WMS parents better understand their children. She helps equip parents with tools for more rewarding family relationships. This certificate entitles you to 2 hours of individualized parent consultation, enabling you to explore how to improve family relations by building on strengths and implementing recommendations tailored to a specific area of concern. — Donated by: Parent Education Consulting Services No. 098
Auto Detailing
Est. Value: $250
Give your car a little spring cleaning! This auto detailing package from Chaddsford Collision includes a complete exterior hand wash including wheels, tires, and wheel wells, interior vacuum including trunk, minor interior spot removal, glass cleaning, tire dressing, minor surface scratch removal and an exterior Wax. Expires 4/20/2014. — Donated by: Chaddsford Collision No. 099
Family Photo Session
Est. Value: $350
Enjoy an outdoor family photo session with Ruthie Kleinman Photography. The winning bidder will also receive one 8” x 10”, two 5” x 7” and four 4” x 6” prints of their choice and an option to purchase a photo CD with all proofs from the session. — Donated by: Ruthie Kleinman Photography 34
Sports & Entertainment No. 100
Take Me Out To The Ballgame!
Est. Value: $20
Head on out to the ballpark with two tickets to watch the Wilmington Blue Rocks as they take on the Potomac Nationals on Wednesday, May 8 at 6:35pm. The scheduled Hollywood Humpday promotion that game will pay tribute to the Star Trek movies. Expires 5/6/2013. — Donated by: Wilmington Blue Rocks No. 101
Philadelphia Wings Tickets For 2
Est. Value: $40
Lacrosse Fans! Come out and watch the Philadelphia Wings Lacrosse Team. Redeem these in person at the Wells Fargo Center Box Office for any of the 8 2014 Wings home games. — Donated by: Philadelphia Wings No. 102
Indoor Family Fun At Oasis
Est. Value: $50
The family can spend an afternoon at Oasis Family Fun Center with 5 Ballocity/Soft Playground Combo Passes! Good for all day admission to the Ballocity Arena and the Soft Playground. — Donated by: The Oasis Family Fun Center No. 103
Tickets To The Philadelphia Phillies
Est. Value: $68
Two tickets to see the Philadelphia Phillies take on the Atlanta Braves on September 6, 2013. Game is a giveaway night: Cabrini College knit hat. Go Phillies! Expires 9/16/2013. — Donated by: Hayman Family No. 104
Delaware Nature Society Package
Est. Value: $80
This gift certificate is for a one year Household Membership to the Delaware Nature Society. Membership includes free admission to the Harvest Moon Festival in the fall, free admission to Ashland Nature Center trails, free admission to Farm Fun Days at Coverdale Farms, online program registration, native plant sale preview days, discounts at selected
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retail partners, reciprocal admission to select nature centers nationwide and more. Package also includes $25.00 toward Delaware Nature Society programs. — Donated by: Delaware Nature Society No. 105
Indoor Kart Racing
Est. Value: $88
Enjoy 4 indoor kart races at the Mid-Atlantic Grand Prix, Delaware’s first full-service, European-style indoor karting and entertainment facility. Expires 2/8/2014. — Donated by: Mid Atlantic Grand Prix No. 106
Delaware Theatre Company
Est. Value: $90
Four tickets to any performance in DTC’s 2012/13 season. Expires 5/2013. — Donated by: Rohrbacher Family No. 107
Let’s Go Biking!
Est. Value: $100
Ready, Set, Ride! Visit the new Wooden Wheels Bike Store on Rt. 202 next to Giant Foods to tune up your bike for Spring! Accessorize your bike’s repair kit with new items. Visit Garrison Cyclery to pick up your child’s new helmet! — Donated by: Wooden Wheels and Garrison Cyclery No. 108
Six Flags Tickets
Est. Value: $135
Two tickets valid for Six Flags Great Adventure Theme Park or Hurricane Harbor NJ. Safari Off Road Adventure included with Theme Park Admission. Valid for the 2013 Season. — Donated by: Six Flags Great Adventure No. 109
Outdoor Adventure
Est. Value: $150
Get ready for an outdoor adventure on this “Renegade” 10ft inflatable kayak. This heavy duty 2 person kayak will carry you on your next fishing or water excursion. And don’t worry about getting lost while out there, with this hand-held Garmin GPS. — Donated by: Boy Scouts
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No. 110
Two Penn State Football Tickets + Parking
Est. Value: $155
Calling all Nittany Lions fans! The winning bidder will receive two tickets to the Penn State vs E. Michigan on September 8, 2013. Parking pass for the game is also included. Game time is not already set, however it will probably be a 12 noon kickoff. — Donated by: PSUTixMan No. 111
Authentic 76ers Autographed Photo
Est. Value: $200
For the 76ers Fan! Authentic autographed photo of Jrue Holiday, 76ers point guard. — Donated by: Philadelphia 76ers No. 112
Authentic Eagles Autographed Photo
Est. Value: $200
FLY Eagles FLY!!! Eagles football fans, grab this authentic autographed photograph of Kurt Coleman. Kurt Coleman is an NFL safety for the Philadelphia Eagles. He was drafted by the Eagles in the seventh round of the 2010 NFL Draft after playing college football at Ohio State. Bid on this photograph for your favorite Eagles football fan! — Donated by: Philadelphia Eagles
PSU Ticket Man Jim Fath www.psutixman.com psutixman@gmail.com 302) 521-8380
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No. 113
Snowboard With Bindings, Boots And Accessories
Est. Value: $962
You’ll be ready for the slopes with this complete women’s snowboarding package. Package includes a GNU BNice 145 snowboard, GNU bindings for women size 7-8, K2 Boots, Burton gloves, Oakley goggles, Dakine board bag and Roxy snowbaord pants. — Donated by: Whitney Gadsby No. 114
Ultimate Major League Soccer Experience
Est. Value: Priceless!
A great outing for the family, friends or client development – enjoy tickets for four Club level seats at the Philadelphia Union vs. Chivas USA (currently No.2 in the Western Conference). Game begins at 7:30pm on July 12, 2013. This gift includes a VIP parking pass, covered seats in Section 107 with access to the clubhouse for up to 90min. prior and an hour after the game. — Donated by: Stephanie and John Garagozzo
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Travel No. 115
Night Out In Philadephia!
Est. Value: $100
Enjoy a night out in Philadelphia with dinner for two at La Famiglia Ristorante and a one night stay at Penns View Hotel, located in the heart of Old City Philadelphia. Liquor, tax and gratuity are not included. Stay includes a premium queen room and a complimentary continental breakfast buffet. Enjoy the charming and elegant Europeanstyle accommodations in a historic setting. — Donated by: La Famiglia Ristorante and Penn’s View No. 116
Trip for 2 to NYC For a Day
Est. Value: $104
Delaware Express is offering a trip for 2 to NYC for a day on your own on one of our scheduled day trips based on availability. This is for a Day on Your Own on one of our motor coach tours, good for one year based on availability. The coaches depart from the First State Plaza in Newport and can not be used in December which is our peak NYC time. Expires in 1 year. — Donated by: Delaware Express No. 117
Hit The Slopes
Est. Value: $440
The family can spend the weekend on the slopes with four 2-day weekend/holiday lift tickets to Elk Mountain Ski Resort. Lift tickets expire at the end of the 2013/14 ski season. — Donated by: Elk Mountain No. 118
Solace On The Lake One Week Winter Vacation
Est. Value: $2,000
One winter week in a 5BR/4BA lakeside house on gorgeous Lake Naomi in Pocono Pines, PA. 10 Min to Jack Frost Ski Resort and 15 Min to Camelback Mountain. — Donated by: The Laster Family No. 119
Solace On The Lake One Week Summer Vacation
Est. Value: $3,500
One summer week in a 5BR/4BA lakeside house on gorgeous Lake Naomi in Pocono Pines, PA. Fish off your own dock. Enjoy swimming & boating. Lakeside house has 39
1 canoe & 3 kayaks and the club amenities can be used for a one week guest membership fee of $200. Just enjoy the house & the lake! — Donated by: The Laster Family
WMS Class Gifts No. 120
Personalized Cookie Jar
Est. Value: Priceless!
Personalized ceramic cookie jar featuring the tiny fingerprints and handiwork of the children in Room 1. Glazed in the WMS school colors with a whimsical design, it will add a touch of fun to your kitchen decor! — Donated by: Room 1 No. 121
Bedtime Basket
Est. Value: Priceless!
A perfect bedtime gift basket including bookends painted by the children of Room 2, books, a cd, blanket and pillow. — Donated by: Room 2 No. 122
The Abc’s Of Room 3
Est. Value: Priceless!
A one of a kind alphabet book complied with pictures of the events and happenings in Room 3. Each letter has a corresponding picture: D is for Dad’s Day. An alphabet puzzle and other ABC activities complete this perfect set! — Donated by: Room 3 No. 123
Handprinted Cabinet
Est. Value: Priceless!
This IKEA cabinet with birch doors stands about 2 feet wide and tall is beautifully decorated with brightly colored handprints of the children in Room 4. — Donated by: Room 4 No. 124
Favorite Family Recipe Cookbook
Est. Value: Priceless!
Room 5 is a newly formed classroom of ethnically diverse families. We are celebrating our diversity with a cookbook of favorite family recipes that reflect our heritages. The cookbook 40
will also include photographs. In addition, our gift includes a variety of placemats of different prints and fabrics that also represent our diversity. This is a one-of-a-kind gift! — Donated by: Room 5 No. 125
Bench And Books
Est. Value: Priceless!
The children of Room 6 cheerfully decorated this beautiful cushioned bench. The decorated bench includes three baskets and a collection of favorite books of the class. This is not only functional but also a wonderful keepsake. — Donated by: Room 6 No. 126
Beautiful Hard Cover Book Of Poetry & Photography
Est. Value: Priceless!
Created by the 9-12 class. Each child selected a poem from their collection of poetry completed earlier this year and created a photograph to go along with it. A wonderful keepsake for your child to remember their classmates from this year in a unique and personal way, or just a great coffee table book of beautiful poetry and photos. — Donated by: Rooms 9/10 No. 127
Colorful Wall Hanging
Est. Value: Priceless!
Each of the 38 panels was hand stitched using colors and design chosen by the student and then mounted to create a beautiful piece of art to enhance any wall in your home. — Donated by: Rooms 9/10 No. 128
Owl Moon Quilt
Est. Value: Priceless!
A one of a kind quilt based on the book Owl Moon. Cynthia Craig, former assistant teacher, is working with the children of Room 11 to create this one of a kind textile art. — Donated by: Room 11 No. 129
Murals Of The Universe
Est. Value: Priceless!
The 7-9 students will be offering you the universe! Each child has studied an image from the Hubble telescope gallery of a galaxy, nebula, or planet. They will be creating a framed mural of their pastel drawings of their images. There will be more than one mural available. — Donated by: Room 12/14
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Travel To The Alps
Est. Value: Priceless!
Travel to the Alps with Room 15’s tactile illustration of a European mountainous biome. Hand felted fleece, retired wools, buttons, and other donated baubles have been upcycled to create this one of a kind textile. All students had a literal ‘hand’ in the production as they transformed raw fleece into wool and used their muscle power to felt wool scraps on antique washboards. Room 15 friends collaborated on the final composition creating a unique work of art worthy of a tantalizing bidding war on auction night! — Donated by: Room 15 No. 131
Spring Garden
Est. Value: Priceless!
The Room 16 children have created a one-of-a-kind canvas art piece integrating their individual pieces into a single, larger “Spring Garden” themed design. — Donated by: Room 16 No. 132
Origami Peacock with Colorful Rocks
Est. Value: Priceless!
Designed by the children of room 27. — Donated by: Room 27 Aftercare
WMS Gifts No. 133
Camp Montessori For A Week
Est. Value: $275
One free week of traditional camp or $100 off the cost of a specialty camp for the summer of 2013. Learn the art of photography, play tee ball, build a LEGO space station, dive into the deep end or write a story filled with dragons and magical spells. The possibilities are endless at Camp Montessori! Expires 8/23/2013. — Donated by: Camp Montessori No. 134
School Party w/ Pizza + DJ
Est. Value: $300
Celebrate your special occaision at WMS! Bring your friends and family to WMS for your next party. Enjoy the open gym, and outside fields for games. Pizza for your party will be donated by Paris Pizza (up to 5 pizzas). Party Delaware will provide music and DJ to keep 42
the party hopping. Provide your guests with sweets from Sweeny’s Bakery with this $20 gift card. Birthdays, Graduation or just a Summer Party, what could be more fun! — Donated by: WMS PTO No. 135
Dinner For 8
Est. Value: Priceless!
The Auction Committee Ladies will come to your home and prepare a 3 course meal -appetizer, main dish with sides, and dessert. Service must be done in the winner’s home. Menu will be based on input from the winner. — Donated by: Auction Committee No. 136
Head Of School For A Day
Est. Value: Priceless!
Wow! What an opportunity! Your child will be able to spend the day with WMS’s beloved Marie Dugan. Greet the children in the morning, parents in the afternoon, and all that happens in between! — Donated by: WMS No. 137
VIP Parking Space
Est. Value: Priceless!
The most coveted of parking spaces....the WMS auction winners. Two very lucky individuals will get to cruise the WMS lots to find just the right space to meet his/her parking needs! The choice will be yours with the highest bid! — Donated by: WMS No. 138
VIP Seating - 9-12 Talent Show
Est. Value: Priceless!
One last time! This package comes with the comfort of Marie’s Couch, front row seating and a DVD from OK Video, to capture all the talents of the 9-12 program. Present your special star a bouquet of flowers from Boyd’s Flowers. A total of 6 seats will be held for you if you are the highest bidder! — Donated by: WMS No. 139
VIP Seating - Spring Concert
Est. Value: Priceless!
Wow, will you feel special when you arrive to find appointed seating for the 2014 Spring Concert! Your spot will be reserved front and center. AND, to make this gift even better.... enjoy the concert from the comfort of “Marie’s Couch”! That’s right. The couch that has 43
seated so many in the past years will now be yours for the evening to enjoy. A total of 6 seats will be held for you when you win this item! — Donated by: WMS No. 140
VIP Seating- Winter Concert Est. Value: Priceless! Don’t worry about the rush of parents all hustling for that great seat. Your spot will be reserved front and center. AND, to make this gift even better....enjoy the concert from the comfort of “Marie’s Couch”! That’s right. The couch that has seated so many in the past years will now be yours for the evening to enjoy. A total of 6 seats will be held for you when you win this item! — Donated by: WMS
No. 141
WMS Road Sign Est. Value: Priceless! Imagine coming to school each morning and traveling on Smith Drive or Patty’s Place! The name choice is yours (within reason) for the entry driveway to WMS. Honor your kids or someone special with this signage for the school year! — Donated by: WMS
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