It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 2018 Blue & Gold Bash—right here on our Breck campus! On behalf of our alumni community, Board of Trustees, and the entire staff at Breck, thank you for joining us.
The Bash is an opportunity for us to celebrate all that we love about the Breck community, and hosting you on campus makes this celebration even more meaningful. Make no mistake— bringing the event here for the first time was no small feat. A group of passionate volunteers and staff members worked tirelessly to find the resources, space, and permissions to make this a reality. I want to extend a special thank you to the Bash committee who dedicated so much of their own time and resources to make this a truly special event.
One of the things I love most about Breck is our unwavering commitment to serving the community. I love that our mission and values inspire us to teach our children to use their voices, talents, and gifts for a greater good. From a second grader reading to a resident at a senior living home, a fifth grader collecting food for Breck Scares Hunger, or a junior engaged in a communitybased math research project, you can find Breck students working off campus in support of others on any given day. This work is authentic and intentional, teaching students the depth and complexities of issues facing our society today and arming them with the skills to make positive and meaningful change. This work fuels our children and makes them feel whole.
Yet, this work does not come without a cost. From the staff time needed to plan meaningful engagements, to the materials and resources used when we are on site, to the transportation expenses to get Breck students on location, this work requires a significant investment from our School, and we need your help. I hope you will join me with a gift to tonight’s Fund-A-Need and inspire a new generation of innovators and dreamers, philanthropists and leaders. Their journey has just begun and with your generous support, we can change the world.
With gratitude,
Natalia Rico Hernández, Ed.D. Head of School
Thank you for your support of the 2018 Blue & Gold Bash!
We look forward to a fun evening of dining, dancing, and supporting Breck right here on campus! The proceeds from this year’s event will support technology initiatives and our community partnerships program.
With thanks and best wishes,
The 2018 Blue & Gold Bash Committee:
Jennifer Konz-Alt
Jennifer Ashcroft
Halley Bechtold, Advancement Events Manager
Stacy Best
Tracey Breazeale ’84
Lesley Briese
Shannon Evenstad
Sky Fauver, Middle School Director
Charlie Grossman, Upper School History Instructor
Mary Kenney
Toni Murphy McGlynn
Anna Mills
Nikkie Purvis
Jennifer Shapiro
Julie Spangler
Sandra Stone ’85
Antonina Trofka
Thank you sponsors:
Mustang Sponsors:
John and Joan Rex
Jill Schurtz and Beth Ford
David Gagne
Gold Sponsors:
Epiq Partners
Shawn and Becky O’Grady
Shannon Evenstad
Aaron Alt and Jennifer Konz-Alt
Jason and Heather Bristow
Peter and Kari Cook ’89
Sandra Stone ’85
Phillip and Sherry Jaffe
Blue Sponsors:
Justin and Susan Kelly
Ronald and Teresa Sit
Tom and Martha Stutsman
Lili Hall Scarpa and Andrea Scarpa
Patrick Andersen and Laura Nikkanen
Tom and Toni McGlynn
Clifford Akins and Kristine Merta Akins
Gallery 5004
Audio Visual:
Ken Rosenblum and Ann Simonds
Desserts:
Anonymous Donation
Decorations:
Andrew ’88 and Megan Gaillard
Wine Pour:
Mike and Cindy Harvath
* This program was printed on January 29. Tickets and tables purchased after that date are not included on this list.
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5:30 pm VIP Reception
6:00 pm First Period: Cocktails, Appetizers, Online Silent Auction, and Games
7:30 pm Second Period: Presentation and Dinner
8:20 pm Third Period: Fund-A-Need Live Auction
9:00 pm Recess: Dancing
Proceeds from the Bash will support technology initiatives and community partnerships that will benefit every student, faculty member, and parent in our community.
On behalf of Breck students, faculty, and administration, thank you for making the 2018 Blue & Gold Bash a success!
Games
Spin the Bottle
Donate $25 and spin the bottle to win a bottle of wine valued at $25 or more.
Punch Board
Donate $25, punch the board, and receive a gift card valued at $25 or more.
Breck Pull Tabs
Donate $25 and receive six Breck Pull Tabs (or $5 each) for your chance to win a variety of Breck swag and cash prizes.
Menu
Assorted Passed Appetizers
Roasted Apple and Baby Kale Salad
Beef Tenderloin Filet with Herb Butter
Beef tenderloin prepared medium rare topped with basil butter, and served with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables
Roasted Salmon Filet
Atlantic salmon with lemon pepper topped with dill sauce, and served with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables
Roasted Vegetable Trottole
Cremini mushrooms, zucchini, summer squash, red peppers, and trottole noodles in a roasted garlic cream sauce
Assorted Mini Desserts
Drink Tokens
Drink tokens are available for purchase for $10. They may be redeemed at any of the bar locations for a beverage of your choice.
Live Auction
101 Private Parking Spot
Donated by: Breck School
Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night will keep you from a quick entrance or exit through the main entrance of the building with this ultra-handy reserved parking spot. Any driver in your family can park here in the 2018-2019 school year during the school day, or for evening and weekend events.
102 Minnesota Twins Experience
Donated by: The Pohlad Family / Minnesota Twins
No need to put your name on the waiting list! Enjoy a Minnesota Twins game from the Champions Club and an opportunity to be on the field during the team’s batting practice for a photo. This package includes tickets for four in the Champions Club, the club that is for those that expect only the best. You will be seated in the finest seats in the house and experience the game from the closest view to the action. The private club features superior sight lines, an exclusive club lounge, and complimentary five-star quality dining, dessert, and beverage service. With a private entrance and valet parking, you’ll score a home run with your guests. Date based on availability.
103 Surly Beer Tasting Night
Donated by: Surly Brewing Company
No one will feel surly after this experience! Sixteen guests will be served heavy hors d’oeuvres paired with up to three beers per guest at Surly Brewing Company. You may choose between a private tent or a reserved table in the beer hall. (Not available on Friday and Saturday evenings.)
104
James Bond for the Weekend
Donated by: Morrie’s Automotive Group
Channel your inner 007 in a stylish Aston Martin for a weekend getaway. Enjoy a scenic two-hour drive along the Mississippi River to La Crosse, Wisconsin. This package includes a two-night stay at the beautiful Charmont Hotel, a renovated candy factory built in 1898. Architectural details of the original structure, now a historic landmark, have been preserved and re-imagined, including maple wood flooring, wood beams and exposed brick. Some say these materials still emanate the sweet smell of candy. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and/or dinner at the Frenchinfluenced hotel restaurant featuring fresh ingredients sourced from local and regional farmers and purveyors. Your weekend also includes a dinner at one of La Crosse’s finest restaurants, “Love Child.” The 100-seat restaurant and bar offers uncomplicated food with intriguing ingredients and big flavors that are locally sourced and seasonally driven. Must redeem on a weekend between June 2018-September 2018 (600 mile limit).
105 Florida Bass Fishing Experience
Donated by: Fishing League Worldwide, Scott Martin, and Roland and Mary Ann Martin’s Marina and Resort
Bid on this once-in-a-lifetime fishing opportunity and head down to the legendary Lake Okeechobee in central Florida with three guests to fish with one of the world’s most well-known and recognized anglers, Scott Martin. Scott hails from a famous fishing family and is the son of the legendary Roland Martin, star of the TV show, “Fishing with Roland Martin.” This package includes a two-night stay in a two-bedroom condo at Roland and Mary Ann Martin’s Marina and Resort in Clewiston, Florida. You and your guests will have the rare opportunity to fish for a day and a half with Scott himself. He will serve as your host and professional bass guide as you fish for the “big one.” Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to enjoy the thrill and wonder of Florida’s wildlife including alligators and hundreds of endangered and protected species, as you meander through the swamps and shallows of the headwaters of the Everglades. This package also includes $200 credit for the resort restaurants, including “Scotty’s Tiki Bar” and a three day car rental from Enterprise Rent-A-Car. (Closest airport is West Palm Beach — 63 mi.) Dates based on availability.
106 Austin City Limits Music Festival VIP Experience
Donated by: Serene ’86 and Chris Warren
Party like a rock star at the three-day outdoor music festival held at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas. The festival features over 130 bands of all different genres. Previous headliners include: Jay-Z, Chance the Rapper, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Florence and the Machine, Kendrick Lamar, Foo Fighters, Radiohead, and The Killers. With four all-weekend VIP passes, enjoy all-day comfort with exclusive perks including: unlimited catered food and drinks, complimentary mini spa treatments, shaded seating, VIP parking and entrance lanes, complimentary Wi-Fi, and on-site concierge and locker services. This package also includes two standard king rooms—each with a three-night stay at the W Hotel in downtown Austin, situated within a 25-minute walk to the festival. After a long day at the music festival, wind down at the spa, in the fitness center, or on the pool deck. Remain a rock star in the morning with breakfast on us at Joe’s Bakery and Coffee Shop, located just around the corner from the W, which makes the best breakfast tacos in town. Rock out all weekend in Austin to your favorite musicians with this ultimate VIP package. Choose between two weekends: October 5-8, 2018, or October 12-15, 2018.
107 Porsche Experience Center, Los Angeles
Donated by: The Pohlad Family
For over 100 years, Porsche has redefined what a sports car can be. This is your opportunity to experience all of it—at the Porsche Experience Center in Los Angeles. You and a guest will select a personalized behind-the-wheel experience, enjoy a tour of Porsche’s Experience Center and dine in Porsche’s on-site five-star restaurants (Porsche 917 or Speedster Cafe), train in the Human Performance Center and drive the Race Simulator. This package is luxury all the way, including two-night accommodations at the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills and two first-class flight tickets to Los Angeles International Airport.
108 Mill Valley Kitchen Private Dinner for 10
Donated by: Mill Valley Kitchen and Shannon Evenstad
You and nine guests will be treated to an exclusive five-course meal with wine pairings in the private dining room at Mill Valley Kitchen, known for using fresh, local, and sustainably-sourced ingredients to create their menu. Their wine list features selections from Napa, Sonoma, and outstanding wines from Oregon and Washington. The winner of this package will also receive a 3L bottle of Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir. Date/time based on availability.
109 School of Rock Tickets and Dinner
Donated by: Ann Simonds and Ken Rosenblum and Mercy Bar and Dining Room
“School of Rock” is a New York Times critic’s pick and “an inspiring jolt of energy, joy, and mad skillz!” Based on the hit film, this hilarious new musical follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star posing as a substitute teacher who turns a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. This high-octane smash features 14 new songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber, all the original songs from the movie, and musical theater’s first-ever kids rock band playing their instruments live on stage. This package includes six premium tickets (Row H, Center Aisle) to the hit Broadway musical “School of Rock” at the historic Orpheum Theatre in downtown Minneapolis on March 8, 2018. These seats are happily donated by Ann Simonds, Chairman of the Board and former CEO of Hennepin Theatre Trust. Before the show, enjoy a three-course, prix fixe dinner for six (all cocktails, tax, and gratuity included) at Mercy Bar and Dining Room directly across the street. This is a perfect stay-cation and fun for all ages.
110 Upper School Graduation Seats
Donated by: Breck School
Front row is the way to go! No need to arrive early for your senior’s big day. Included are eight front-row seats and a parking spot.
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Silent Auction: Breck Bash
201 PE Teacher for the Day
Donated by: Breck PE Department
Blow your whistle, that’ll get everyone’s attention. One student in the Lower School will receive the opportunity of being Lower School Physical Education teacher for the day! The student will work with his/her teacher to design a lesson plan and pick activities for the class. His/her photo will be displayed on the Lower School bulletin board, as well.
202 Upper School Director for the Day
Donated by: Upper School Director, Mr. Taylor
Your Upper School student will be large and in charge as Director for a Day. He/she will learn the answers to some very important questions like what exactly Mr. Taylor does or when the dress-down day might be.
203 Throw Out the First Pitch
Donated by: Breck Athletics and Baseball Head Coach, Mr. Wright
Here’s the pitch. Some lucky Breck baseball fan will toss out the first pitch at the Breck vs. Blake Varsity Baseball game on Thursday, April 19, 2018, at Breck School. Go Mustangs!
204. Birthday Party on Ice
Donated by: Breck School
You’ll be the coolest host ever when you throw a birthday party at the Breck School Anderson Ice Arena. Winner receives 90 minutes of ice time. Multipurpose Room is available for use 30 minutes prior and one hour after ice time (May-October 2018)
205 Pet Portrait
Donated by: Ms. Corrigan
Commission a masterpiece of your beloved family pet. Provide a color photo of your pet and receive a beautiful painting to cherish forever.
206 Tour the Breck Tunnels with Mr. Blesi
Donated by: Building Superintendent, Mr. Blesi
Ever wondered about the tunnels under Breck? Gather your family and friends for a six-person exclusive tour with Building Superintendent, Mr. Blesi. (Ages 10+)
207 Wacky Wednesday for a Lower School grade
Donated by: Lower School Director, Ms. Bailey
Win this item and your Lower School student’s grade gets to call for a Wacky Wednesday! They’ll get to wear their craziest outfit on a date mutually agreed upon with Ms. Bailey.
208 Day in the Country with Ms. Wright
Donated by: Ms. Wright
An outdoor adventure awaits you and a friend. Come spend a day in the country with Ms. Wright, our 2nd grade teacher and Dean of Grades 2, 3, and 4. Visit her 100-year-old cottage, groom horses, walk nature trails, and view many species of birds. Indulge in a special lunch at the well-known Peppermint Twist in Delano. Date to be mutually agreed upon.
209 Plan the School Menu with Mr. Miles
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Is there an aspiring chef in your household? Your little Mustang can be the mastermind behind the lunch menu for the entire school for a day. Your child will work with Mr. Miles to put together the perfect menu. As the guest celebrity chef for the day, your child will be able to invite two guests to join him/her for lunch on that special day.
210 Cupcake Wars with Mr. Miles
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Invite your child’s class to compete in a friendly showdown of “Cupcake Wars.” Members of the Breck dining service team will assist the lil’ bakers as they bake and decorate competing cupcakes. Date to be arranged with the teacher of the winner’s class and Mr. Miles.
211 Pajama and Donut Day
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Back by popular demand: Pajama and Donut Day! Win this item and your child’s class will be able to dress up in their PJ’s for the day! Won’t you be jealous? Date to be arranged with the teacher of the winner’s class and Mr. Miles.
212 Cookies, Milk, and Story Time
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Invite your child’s class to story time complete with milk and cookies. Date to be mutually agreed upon by Mr. Miles and your child’s teacher.
213 Ice Cream Party for Your Child’s Classroom (1)
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Sweeten up your child’s day with an ice cream party. Mr. Miles and team will cater an ice cream party for your child’s classroom or advisory prior to May 25, 2018.
214 Ice Cream Party for Your Child’s Room (2)
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Sweeten up your child’s day with an ice cream party. Mr. Miles and team will cater an ice cream party for your child’s classroom or advisory prior to May 25, 2018.
215 Breck Pizza Party (1)
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Have your child treat his/her classmates to a pizza party for lunch. Mr. Miles and company will cater a party during a school day prior to May 25, 2018.
216 Breck Pizza Party (2)
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Have your child treat his/her classmates to a pizza party for lunch. Mr. Miles and company will cater a party during a school day prior to May 25, 2018.
217 Breck Pizza Party (3)
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Have your child treat his/her classmates to a pizza party for lunch. Mr. Miles and company will cater a party during a school day prior to May 25, 2018.
218 Breck Pizza Party (4)
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Have your child treat his/her classmates to a pizza party for lunch. Mr. Miles and company will cater a party during a school day prior to May 25, 2018.
219 Lower School Halloween Parade Parking
Donated by: Breck School
No need to be scared about parking for the 2018 Halloween Parade! Enjoy a reserved parking space for this memorable event.
220 Lower School Holiday Program Seats and Parking
Donated by: Breck School
Keep the joy in joyful next December with a reserved row of eight seats and a parking spot for the 2018 Lower School holiday program.
221 Middle School Closing Ceremony Seats and Parking
Donated by: Breck School
Make your child’s 2018 Middle School Closing Ceremony memorable and stress-free for the whole family. Package includes a row of eight seats and a reserved parking spot.
222 Lower School Closing Ceremony Seats and Parking
Donated by: Breck School
You’ll be sitting pretty when you end the year with a reserved parking spot and a row of eight seats at the 2018 Lower School Closing Ceremony.
223 Theme Day in the Middle School
Donated by: Middle School Director, Mr. Fauver
Who’s in charge? You are! Win this item and your Middle School student will be able to call a theme day for his/her grade. Dates and themes subject to approval of Mr. Fauver.
224 Party in Artville with Ms. Grams
Donated by: Ms. Grams
Invite your child’s classmates to a party in Artville and let their creative juices flow. Ms. Grams will provide a special two-hour project for your child’s group. Date to be arranged with Mrs. Grams for after-school or Saturday during the school year. Treats to be provided by the winner.
225 Lower School Celebrity Reader
Donated by: Ms. Jones ’94 and Mr. Miles
Win this item and your Lower School student will be the celebrity reader in the Breck Lower School Library. Your student will have an opportunity to read aloud a story of their choice, either to his or her own class or to a class of younger students. Cookies and milk will be provided to all that attend! Plus, as celebrity reader, your child will have their picture and list of his or her favorite books on the bulletin board for everyone to see.
226 Design it!
Donated by: Breck Athletics
Win the opportunity for your student to help design and finalize a t-shirt that is sold in the online apparel store. Design is subject to approval.
227 Casual Day for an Upper School Grade
Donated by: Upper School Director, Mr. Taylor
There’s nothing better than a casual day! Win this item and your Upper School student will get to call a Casual Day! Date to be agreed upon with Mr. Taylor.
228 Help Plan Field Day 2018
Donated by: Breck School
Field Day is one of the best days of the year for our Lower School. Win this item and your child’s Lower School class will help plan Field Day 2018!
229 Help Announce the Breck Homecoming Soccer Game
Donated by: Breck School and Breck Athletics
Do you have a sports fanatic in your household? Win this item and your child will have the opportunity to work with our Athletic Director, Mr. Bergene, and the game-day announcers to announce one of the Varsity Soccer games at Homecoming 2018.
230 Name a Dessert
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Create and name a new dining hall dessert! Your student will work with Mr. Miles to discuss, create, and name their own dessert. The dessert will be featured twice a month March 2018-May 2018 and labeled with your student’s name and photo (e.g., “Rita’s Rice Krispie Treats”).
231 Bird Watching Excursion with Ms. Jacobs-Smith
Donated by: Ms. Jacobs-Smith
Join Ms. Jacobs-Smith for a fun and educational bird-watching walk during spring migration through Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary at a mutually agreed upon date in May 2018.
233 Head of School for a Day
Donated by: Head of School, Dr. Natalia Hernández
Not just an auction item...this is a purchase of ultimate administrative power! The winning bid is hereby granted full rights and responsibilities of “Student Head of School” for the day. Date to be mutually agreed upon.
234 Name a Sandwich
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Create and name a new dining hall daily sandwich! Your Upper School student will work with Mr. Miles and discuss his or her favorite type of sandwich, and then name the sandwich. The sandwich will be featured twice a month March 2018-May 2018 and labeled with your student’s name and photo (e.g.,“Tanner’s Turkey Sub”).
235 Classroom Coffee Cart and Cookies
Donated by: Mr. Miles
Kick-start your student’s day with caffeine and cookies! Mr. Miles and team will cater a gourmet coffee and cookie spread for your student’s classroom or advisory on a mutually agreed upon date before May 25, 2018.
236 Lunch with the Breck Mustang
Donated by: Breck School
Your child and a group of friends will enjoy a private lunch with the Breck Mustang! Date to be arranged with winner and the Breck Mustang.
237 Grandparents’ Day 2018 Parking
Donated by: Breck School
Money can’t buy you happiness, but it could buy you two front row parking spaces and six front row reserved seats at the Grandparents’ Day program.
238 Breck Summer Programs
Donated by: Breck School
Enjoy two weeks of fun at Breck Summer Programs! Campers can mix and match from a variety of courses to create a summer that is just right for them. Choose from a wide variety of Camp á la Carte Courses, Sports Camps or Camp Breck. See course listings at http://www.breckschool.org/summer-programs.
239 Private Wine and Cheese Soirée with Head of School, Dr. Natalia Hernández
Donated by: Dr. and Mr. Hernández; Breck School
Share an incredible evening as Dr. and Mr. Hernández host your party of 10 at their home right here in Golden Valley. Selected wines will be paired with gourmet cheeses and appetizers. Cheers!
240 Cut Off Mr. Taylor’s Tie
Donated by: Upper School Director, Mr. Taylor
At the All-School Chapel on May 8, 2018, your student will get to cut off the necktie of the Upper School Director, Mr. Taylor. As if that’s not enough, you will also be liberating him from wearing a tie to school for the rest of the school year!
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Silent Auction: Little Luxuries
301 Nerf Blaster Battle Party
Donated by: Tactical Urban Combat
Enjoy a private party at the Tactical Urban Combat Indoor Nerf Blaster Battle Arena in Eden Prairie. With 6,000 square feet of battlefield, unlimited ammo, and multiple blasters to choose from, it is great for a child’s birthday party or adult team building for 14. All games are organized by a referee.
302 Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
Donated by: Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
Retreat to Chanhassen for a dinner and show for two. Take in Disney’s “Newsies,” opening March 2, 2018, or any of the other featured productions on the main stage. Pass redeemable for main stage productions on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday evenings, and is valid for up to 18 months.
303 Here’s the Scoop
Donated by: Terry and Steve Benson
A Cuisinart ice cream maker (comes with a bonus second bowl) and everything you need to enjoy an at-home ice cream party! Package includes a Williams-Sonoma Chocolate Ice Cream Starter, Super Amazing Chocolate Sprinkle Mix, WilliamsSonoma Ice Cream Container for storing and serving all of your homemade frozen treats, and a premium ice cream scoop to ensure a no-mess DIY ice cream party.
304 Family Pizza Night
Donated by: JJ Halverson
No need to order and wait for the delivery to arrive. It is easy to make your own pizza at home with this convenient counter-top digital pizza oven. Package includes the WISCO Industries 421 model pizza oven as well as $120 in vouchers redeemable for Lotzza Motzza pizzas.
305 Brave New Workshop Comedy Theatre
Donated by: Jenni Lilledahl and John Sweeney
The Brave New Workshop has been crafting audacious, hilarious, and thought-provoking original comedy, improv, and satire in Minneapolis since 1958. Founded by the legendary Dudley Riggs, the Brave New Workshop is a truly unique place to laugh, learn, think, and play. This package includes show and drink tickets for four as well as two books written by the co-owners of the Brave New Workshop, and Breck parents, Jenni Lilledahl and John Sweeney.
306 Childcare for a Year
Donated by: Laura Davis and Eric Roberts
Package includes 12 evenings of care from College Nannies and Tutors. College Nannies and Tutors will provide childcare for up to four hours for each of the 12 evenings. Each nanny is screened, trained, reference-checked, and legally employed. Service enrollment included.
307 Hand-Knit Breck Mustang
Donated by: Megan Lee
Your child will be the envy of all of his/her friends with this one-of-a-kind lovingly hand-knit Breck Mustang pal.
308 KARE 11 Belinda Jensen Backstage Studio Visit
Donated by: Belinda Jensen
As KARE-TV chief meteorologist and co-host of the Saturday morning show, Belinda Jensen has been forecasting the weather and delivering gardening tips to Minnesotans for more than two decades. Your group of four are invited to KARE 11 to watch a newscast with Belinda Jensen and see her do a weather forecast from the KARE 11 Backyard as well as backstage passes to the KARE 11 Studios. This package also includes a hardcover set of Belinda’s six “Bel the Weather Girl Books” where she breaks down the weather and looks at the science behind what’s happening outside. While reading the books, your child will have Stormy Bel’s busy buddy to cuddle along with as well. Studio tour based on availability.
309 Penny for your Thoughts
Donated by: Peter Clark Center for Mind, Brain, and Education
It’s time to get your thinking cap on! This is the perfect gift for the zombie enthusiast, thinker, and scientist in all of us! Perfect for Halloween or just to help you sport your uniqueness—what better way than with this pair of creative brain beanies.
Silent Auction: Community Gatherings
401 Have a Ball with the Third-Grade Teachers
Donated by: Ms. Jacobs-Smith, Ms. Hunninghake, Ms. Moore and Ms. Bennett
The third-grade teachers (Ms. Jacobs-Smith, Ms. Hunninghake, Ms. Moore and Ms. Bennett) will take 12 lucky children on a bowling and pizza adventure.
Date: Saturday, April 21, 2018, 10 am-Noon # Available: 12
Value: $60 per person
402 Waffles and Warriors
Donated by: Ms. Bailey and Ms. Peterson
Do you love goodies and games? Join Ms. Bailey and Ms. Peterson for a morning of good food and great fun! You’ll begin your day at the Good Day Cafe where you will feast on waffles with whipped cream and other yummies! Then head to a local obstacle course for an hour of fun, active challenges! Who will be our next Breck Ninja Warrior?
Date: Thursday, June 14, 2018, 9-11:30 am
Participants: Current third and fourth-grade students
# Available: 10 Value: $60 per person
403 Breck Student and Faculty Art Night at Burnet Gallery
Donated by: Burnet Fine Art and Advisory
Join fellow Breck parents for an evening at the Burnet Gallery in downtown Wayzata, owned by Breck grandparents and alum Ralph ‘63 and Peggy Burnet. Take in select Upper School student and faculty art, as well as the exhibit of exciting and colorful Cuban art that will be showing. Mix and mingle, enjoying wine and hors d’oeuvres, and take advantage of the opportunity to purchase student and faculty art to benefit Breck.
Date: Thursday, April 27, 2018, 6-8 pm
# Available: 40
Value: $50 per person
404 A Night at the Speakeasy
Donated by: Jason and Heather Bristow
Whether you’re a budding mixologist or just looking for a fun night out, you will want to attend an evening at the super-secret “2727 Speakeasy,” aka the home of Jason and Heather Bristow on Lake of the Isles. Join old and new friends for lessons on mixology and craft cocktails, billiards, and shuffleboard.
Date: March 10, 2018
# Available: 40 Value: $50 per person
405 Women and Wine: A Three-Hour Tour
Donated by: Chrissie Boyd, Tracey Breazeale ’84, Shannon Evenstad, Ashley Mehbod ’88, Cindy Murphy, Kelly O’Neill, and Annelie Bergerson
Reconnect with Breck moms as the summer winds down, a week before school starts. Cruise Lake Minnetonka in style while sipping a beverage and enjoying tasty hors d’oeuvres with other fun-loving females. This three-hour evening boat cruise, departing from downtown Wayzata, will not disappoint. You don’t want to miss the boat.
Date: Thursday, August 23, 2018, 6-9 pm
# Available: 50 Value: $75 per person
406 Paddle Tennis Anyone?
Donated by: Rob and Anne Birdsong, Kevin and Cathy Cavanaugh, David and Catherine Duback, Andrew ’88 and Megan Gaillard, Frank and Heather Moga, John and Tera Muellerleile, Darryle and Dawn Owens, David Plut and Cheryl Jacobs, John and Laura Austrian
Join us for a fun evening of paddle tennis at the Minikahda Club. Paddle tennis is a fast and fun version of tennis that is played on a fenced-in-platform court at the Minikahda Club. Guests are invited to learn about the game, play a few friendly matches, and enjoy heavy appetizers and drinks with other members of the Breck community. Rackets provided. Adults only.
Date: Friday, April 20, 2018
# Available: 50 Value: $75 per person
407 Flower Arranging and Libations
Donated by: Alissa Nudi, Owner of Bloom Time Floral Floral design is both an art and a science. This class will give you a great foundation on the technical tricks of flower arranging as well as composition, color, and design. Alissa Nudi, owner of Bloom Time Floral, will be teaching this course in her home studio. Each participant will create a centerpiece to bring home while enjoying libations and hors d’oeuvres. Class includes all supplies and flowers.
Date: Saturday, April 21, 2018, 2-5 pm
# Available: 10 Value: $75 per person
408 Movement and Merriment
Donated by: Heather Corndorf, Owner of mXe Movement Studio
Please join us for a night of physical and social fitness at Heather Corndorf’s new fitness studio, mXe Movement Studio, in the heart of Linden Hills. After a fun 45-minute class, stay for some libations, light bites, and sparkling conversation with fellow Breck moms.
Date: Sunday, February 25, 2018, 6:30 pm
# Available: 40 Value: $50 per person
409
And Mr. Scarpa Makes the Pizzas
Donated by: Lili Hall Scarpa and Andrea Scarpa
Transport yourself to Piemonte, Italy, in the comfort of Lili and Andrea Scarpa’s Golden Valley home. As hosts of a celebratory fiesta for 30, you’ll enjoy authentic Northern Italian-style pizzas made in their own wood-fire oven—flavored with fresh ingredients of your choosing and complemented by a fine selection of wine. Feel free to practice your Italian while you’re here, too. A fun evening awaits you and your friends. Evviva!
Date: Saturday, May 5, 2018, 6 pm
# Available: 30 Value: $75 per person
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Swimming Starts and Turns Clinic
Donated by: Katrina & Ross Gerry, Owners of Olympian Performance, Inc.
Join Olympic Coach, Ross Gerry, and Olympian, Katrina Radke Gerry, for a small swimming clinic at Blake Middle School covering starts, turns and finishes for ages 10-18. Ross has coached at an elite level of swimming for over 15 years and is known worldwide for his ability to teach the latest groundbreaking technical skills in the water. For more information on the clinics offered, visit: www.wecoach4u.com.
