Vive La France 2015 Gala Program

VIVE LA FRANCE March 14, 2015

Vive La France

Welcome to the 2015 Gala and Auction, Vive La France. This signature fundraising event celebrates the history of our Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.

All gifts received tonight will go toward the Carondelet Annual Fund, which benefits all 750 students at OLP. They are the next generation of women leaders and innovators.

Evening Highlights VIP Hosted Reception

with Head of School, Lauren Lek Sponsored by T.B. Penick & Sons, Inc. Carondelet Hall French Riviera Soirée & Silent Auction North Terrace The silent auction will close at 6:55 p.m.

Dinner and Program Holy Family Event Center

Board of Directors

Mike Coughlin, Board Chair Lauren Lek, Head of School Patricia Boer ’55 Msgr. Richard Duncanson Dr. Nora Faine-Sykes ’78 Michael Guerrero Susan Hause Clair Cunningham Kennedy ’81 Damian McKinney

Gayle McMahon Martha McRoskey Sister Jill Marie Napier, CSJ Coreen G. Petti Barbara Picco Sister Virginia Rodee ’53, RSCJ Antonina R. Sciuto-Morales ’76 Rita Scherrei Peg Stehly

We Thank Our Sponsors Bleu Donateurs for Challenge Grant Joseph Elson Brigid Patricia Howard ’04 Claire ’81 and Mark Kennedy Coreen and Kevin Petti Nora Faine-Sykes ’78 and Michael Sykes

CSJ Legacy Sponsors Anonymous Holly and Jeffrey Anastas Rivka Bent Nora and Frank Brady Luz ’81 and Dan Culp Diane Koester-Byron and Robert Byron VIP Pre-Event Soiree with Head of School, Lauren Lek Nora Faine Sykes ’78 & Michael Sykes T.B. Penick & Sons, Inc. Monica Fimbres ’84 Sarita ’78 & Scott Flaming Le Fataisie Post-Auction Cordial Bar Pauline and Egil Gronstad Kennedy & Souza, APC Law Firm Kendall Painting, INC. Cecilia and Jose Larroque Keepsake Mementos from Le Puy, France Brenda and Michael Lucas Camarata Family Joe & Martha McRoskey Margot Meier Howard The Melton Family Dr. Mary and John O’Connor Viva Le France Venue Décor Catherine McCarthy-Payne ’76 & Richard Payne Gayle and Derek McMahon Gina Rivera-Miya and Gary Miya Margaret “Peg” Stehly Le Pompette Hosted Bar – Pre-Event Soiree Debra and Patrick Webb Mary Caratan Sloper ’58 and Don Sloper Kathryn ’61 and Leo Willetts Margaret “Peg” Stehly Carondelet Fund Contributors Performance Lighting Diane Koester-Byron & Robert Byron Lisa and Robert Burner Michael & Brenda Lucas Elizabeth Pecsi Guerrero and Michael Guerrero Cecilia Larroque Cassie Howder Printing Barbara Picco Neyenesch Printers Amparo and John Pinon La Voiture Valet Parking Dr. Mary and John O’Connor OLP & Saints Student Musical Performers St. Augustine High School 1882 Perle Bienfaiteurs Camarata Family Cheryl and Jaime “Jim” Hernandez Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet Argent Table Patrons Lauren and John Lek Zoraida and Gary Payne Annie Navarra ’63 Coreen and Kevin Petti Margaret “Peg” Stehly Mary & Roberto Valdes

Vive La France Sponsors Green Dragon Tavern & Museum Hornblower Cruises and Events Michel Malecot The Modern Honolulu-Damian McKinney Sandra Smelick Manzer & Larry Manzer Paro Wines-Robyn and Robert Scherer PEP Creative Greg & Dawn Sacco Subuku Sushi T.B. Penick & Sons, Inc. TD Portraits

Schedule of the Evening Welcome Jessica Hooper, Assistant Head of School Invocation Sister Sandra Williams, CSJ Words of Thanks Lauren Lek, Head of School Eye of Newt Aerial Performance Student Performance by Jordan Stewart ’15 Live Auction Student Performance by Andrea Cervantes ’15 Remarks, Lauren Lek, Head of School Fund-A-Pilot Finale Performance by Eye of Newt Entertainment Check-Out in Carondelet Library Post Event Cordials on North Terrace

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Menu The French Gourmet Starter Bibb lettuce, Spinach, Endive, Sun-dried Cranberries, Candied Walnuts, Gorgonzola, Fresh Apples, and a Champagne Vinaigrette Baguette and Butter Entrée Coq Au Vin Braised Marinated Chicken, Mushrooms, and Onions in a Robust Red Wine Sauce Grilled Flat Iron Steak Lean and Tender Flat Iron Grilled Steak, Seasoned with Montreal Spices OR Butternut Squash Ravioli Sweet Spiced Squash in Delicate Homemade Pasta, Served with Fresh Sage Beurre Blanc WITH Fresh Whipped Red Bliss Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Celeriac and Fresh Green Beans Dessert French Macaroons & Gourmet Coffee Exclusive, upscale desserts available in the Silent Auction for bid.

Program Participants Eye of Newt Circus, Eric Newton and Company Founded by Eric Newton in 2002, Eye of Newt brings performers who’ve worked with Cirque du Soleil, Cirque Eloize and other productions world-wide. This diverse and highly adaptable company performs in venues large and small and is featured in televised concerts and film.

Gerry Spears, Auctioneer Gerry graduated from Father Joe’s St. Vincent de Paul Village in March 2000. Father Joe recognized his gift and, post graduation, Gerry attended the Western College of Auctioneering in Billings Montana. Gerry is on staff at Father Joe’s Villages and is currently a member of the Development Team.

Student Performers Andrea Cervantes ’15, Vocalist A senior at OLP, Andrea has been a featured performer in several plays, serves as a member of Link Crew and as VP of the Thespians club. She helped found OLP’s Ballet Folklorico Club. Andrea plans to major in International Studies and Theatre.

Jordan Stewart ’15, Vocalist A senior at OLP, Jordan has shared her vocal talents previously at last year’s OLP Gala. She has been a performer in many OLP Theatrical Productions and has served as VP of Thespians and on the leadership team for the new BeYOUtiful Project. Jordan will pursue a major in English with a minor in Theatre Arts.

Katherine Kamrath ’71 Katherine is an accomplished musician and Faculty member for OLP’s Visual and Performing Arts Department. She ceaselessly lends her support and guidance to OLP performers in theatrical productions, at Mass, for Spring Sing and for all special events.

Saint Augustine 32nd Street Jazz Band This toe-tapping student group is a welcomed addition to a variety of events throughout the region and partners with OLP vocalists to create wonderful music this evening.

Live Auction Rules

The auctioneer will describe each item up for bid and will start the bidding. When you wish to bid on an item, hold up your program—with bidder number facing the auctioneer—until the auctioneer acknowledges your bid.

The auctioneer will make the call for the close of each item. The winning bid will be processed on the credit card provided at check-in unless otherwise arranged at check-out. Pursuant to Internal Revenue Service code, only the amount paid “in excess of the actual cash value of the item” is tax deductible.

Fund-A-Pilot Rules

Raise your paddle and provide direct philanthropic support to the Carondelet Annual Fund, which benefits all 750 OLP students. The auctioneer will guide guests through funding levels in descending order. When you wish to donate at a specific level, raise your bidder number until the auctioneer has acknowledged your donation.

The donation will be processed on the credit card provided at check-in unless otherwise arranged. Fund-APilot contributions are 100 percent tax-deductible donations to the Academy of Our Lady of Peace’s Carondelet Annual Fund. Federal Tax ID number 95-2113807. Thank you for your support!

Silent Auction Highlights 5-Night Stay At The Boutique by the Museo Hotel, Merida,Yucatan: 3 bedroom suite, capacity 6 people. Valid for on year from event date. Dates not available are 12-20-2015 through 01-10-2016 and spring break. Donated by: Patrick & Sunita Martin Del Mar Racetrack Box: A box for 6 located on the finish line. Donated by: Sandra Smelick Manzer & Larry Manzer

Smooth Swinging Golf Package: Foursome at the OLP Golf Tournament at the San Diego Country Club. Premium beverage service and eight chances to win cash in helicopter ball drop. Includes keepsake framed photo and tee off from hole of your choice.

2015 SDCCU Poinsettia Bowl Package: 4 VIP tailgate tickets, 4 game tickets, 2 decals, 2 baseball caps, 2 commemorative pins and 2 reactor watches. Donated by: Phil Snyder Wine Party for up to 12 People: Includes 8 bottles of wine & wine consultant. Donated by: Luz ’81 & Dan Culp

Private Dinner with Michel Malecot of The French Gourmet. Enjoy an exquisite 5-course private dinner for 12. Donated by: Michel & Lesa Malecot Mixed Case of Hightower Cellars Wine Donated by: Kelly & Tim Hightower Stéphanie Derononcourt Limited Vintages: 3 bottles of these limited vintage wines in custom wood box. Donated by: Daryl & Kim Newton Beer Tasting: Enjoy a beer tasting for 4 and 2 growlers at Iron Fist Brewing Co. Donated by: Melody Campbell, Iron Fist Brewing Co.

Swarovski Crystal Necklace Donated by: Rosalie Martinez $200 Walter Andersen Nursery Gift Certificate Donated by: Karen Andersen-Thatcher

Upgrade Your Dessert Tonight!

Crepe Suzette: Owner and Executive Chef of The French Gourmet, Michel Malecot, prepares this traditional French dessert table-side for you and your friends tonight! Tender, thin crepes warmed in an orange butter sauce, doused with Grand Marnier and ignited in flaming glory.

Petits-Fours Painted Plate: 25 pieces of delicious miniature French pastries served on a pool of cream anglaise and coulis.

Croquembouche Piece-Montee: Traditional custard-filled crunchy puffs piled into a cone and bound with threads of caramel. The name comes from the French phrase “croque en bouche,” which means something that crunches in the mouth.

Tray of Raspberry Tarts: 15 almond shortbread tarts filled with almond and custard creams, brushed with white chocolate, and topped with fresh raspberries.

Many more items are available for bidding.

Visit the Silent Auction located on North Terrace.

Live Auction Offerings 1. 5-Night Stay at THE MODERN HONOLULU The MODERN HONOLULU is a stunning urban resort set in its own private oasis close to the world-famous Waikiki Beach. This hotel is a game-changer for the lifestyle hotel experience that combines not only great design and true innovation, but also personal, friendly and genuine service. 5 Night Stay in an Ocean Front Suite, Welcome Bottle of Wine, Omakase Dinner for Two and Morimoto, 50 Minute Spa Treatment for two.

Gift certificate honored based on availability, blackout dates may apply, reservations can be confirmed within 60 days of arrival.

Gift certificate will not be extended past expiration March 15, 2016. Gift certificate has no cash value and original must be presented to redeem. Lost, stolen or expired gift certificates will not be reissued. Incidentals are the responsibility of the guest, gift certificate cannot be combined with other promotions.

Donated by: Damian & Lorraine McKinney

2. OLP Graduation Package In addition to the 10 tickets each grad receives, this package is for an additional 4, front row reserved seats plus one reserved parking spot in the new lot. This package also includes 4 reserved seats for the Senior Award Ceremony and 4 front row seats for the Baccalaureate Mass.

3. Hornblower Yacht Cruise with Head of School, Lauren Lek Choose a Two-Hour Weekend Champagne Brunch Cruise or Evening Dinner Cruise for 20 People with Head of School Lauren and her husband, John Lek. No blackout dates.

Donated by: Lauren & John Lek, and Hornblower Cruises & Events

4. Preferred Parking Spot Good through May 2016. Reserved spot in the new parking lot, upper level. Student may customize the spot by painting the tire bumper and chalk designing the spot. This can be used by either parents or their student.

5. Private Jet Trip Two round-trip tickets from Carlsbad’s Palomar Airport to the Bay Area’s San Carlos Airport on Surf Air, the industry’s first and only “all – You- Can – Fly” luxury aircraft. Surf Air is a membership-based airline offering daily flights throughout California with last-minute booking and no hassle. Winners may book on any available flight with no blackout dates.

Donated by: Surf Air

6. One-Week Stay at Turtle Bay, Oahu Condo Located on 18th hole of the famous championship golf course at the Turtle Bay Resort Hotel, this condo offers one bedroom, two bathrooms and cozy pull out bed. Sleeps 4 total. One week stay, flexible dates. Not available Christmas or New Year’s weeks.

Donated by: Sandra Smelick Manzer & Larry Manzer

7. VIP Package for 2 to Taylor Swift Concert at PETCO Park Abundant Package chock full of VIP goodies. Top floor reserved ticket in first 25 rows, entry into the “1989” Themed VIP pre-show party, limited edition lithographs, VIP tour laminate and matching lanyard.

Donated by: Greg & Dawn Sacco

Upcoming Events • • • • • • • •

Alumnae Easter Egg Hunt | April 4, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. | Tickets at aolp.org Movie Under the Stars | May 1, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.

OLP Baccalaureate Mass | May 27, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.

OLP Commencement Ceremony | May 28, 2015 at 1:00 p.m.

Endless Summer | OLP Campus, August, 14, 2015 | Tickets at aolp.org soon OLP Golf Tournament | San Diego Country Club | October 12, 2015 Grandparents Day | OLP Campus | November 24, 2015 2016 OLP Gala | March 12, 2016

Academy of Our Lady of Peace | 4860 Oregon Street |San Diego, CA 92116