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New College is making great strides towards its goal of becoming the premier liberal arts institution in the nation. Your support is critical in helping us continue to provide a high-quality, enriching education for students while becoming a model for institutions around the world. Thank rida.
Join us at the bay... for a sparkling Soirée!
Thursday, November 7, 2024
New College of Florida | College Hall Bayfront 351 College Dr. Sarasota, Florida
apphireS Outdoor cocktail attire requested. Event theme : 4:30 P.M.
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4:30 CHAMPAGNE RECEPTION
Immerse yourself in inspiring art, dance, & music featuring outstanding students as you stroll through the Historic Bayfront and sip champagne. As you wander through the lawn, enjoy the vibrant sounds of our musicians and mingle with friends and supporters.
6:00 DINNER IS SERVED
Indulge in a four-course gourmet experience created by our noteworthy chef Phil Mancini with Michael’s on East. Each delectable course will be paired with wine from our celebrity winemakers Kit Kuyper of Hawks Hill Ranch Winery and Don Burns of Turtle Rock Vineyard.
9:00 THE PARTY STARTS
After you have been wined and dined, chill out in the cigar lounge area where you can get to know the winemakers!
AletterfromtheCo-Chairs DearfriendsandsupportersofNewCollege,
On behalf of the entire organizing committee, we are delighted to serve as co-ch for the 45th Annual Soirée on the Bay Clambake at New College. This cherished e is not just a festive tradition, but an annual symbol of our collective dedicatio education and the promising future that lies ahead.
New College plays an incredibly special role in the Sarasota community, a collec hub for groundbreaking ideas and transformative progress. With your support have witnessed remarkable advancements in the past year, including critical cam improvements and expansion to serve a growing student body.
Thanks to the significant generosity of your donations, New College’s master s programs have also flourished, with the official launch this year of the Marine Mammal Sciences Master's Program, which will soon be housed in the world-class Florida Institute of Marine Mammal Science, as well as the enhancement of our Data Science programs and advancement toward offering additional advanced degrees and innovative programs.
Warm regards,
We are profoundly grateful this past year for the support the entire Sarasota community has shown. The Clambake serves as a joyful occasion to honor this enduring tradition, uniting the greater Sarasota community on the Bay to both celebrate and bring us closer together.
We sincerely thank the organizers, sponsors, volunteers, and each of you here tonight. Your contributions play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our institution and there has never been a more critical time.
Thank you for your vital support toward our shared goal of making New College America’s number 1 liberal arts college.
Elizabeth Moore
Co-chair,45thAnnualClambake NewCollegeofFlorida
Don Patterson
Co-chair, 45th Annual Clambake New College of Florida
PRESIDENT RICHARD CORCORAN’Swelcome
DearFriends,
Welcome to New College, and thank you for your unwavering support. Your presence tonight is helping shape a transformative time in our college’s history.
Because of you, New College is thriving. In a short period of time we have seen record-breaking student enrollment, and our campus is growing with exciting plans for new housing, academic buildings, sports and student life facilities. The camaraderie, spirit, and sense of purpose that have emerged are palpable, and they all stem from the dedication of our growing community.
As you enjoy the beauty of our historical bayfront campus, remember that this unique environment provides our students with unparalleled opportunities for growth —from marine mammal research to data science to our flourishing arts community. Your generosity is opening doors for these students, ensuring New College’s path of becoming the number 1 liberal arts college in the nation.
Thank you for being a vital part of our journey.
Sincerely,
Richard Corcoran President of New College of Florida
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A fantasy candlelit evening of champagne, over-the-top food, and the music of Lady Gaga as you have never heard it before.
This one-of-a-kind experience will be a feast for all your senses. On February 13th, 2025, join your loved ones and closest friends for an unforgettable Valentine’s date night. An opera trio inside the Charles Ringling Mansion (College Hall) surrounded by candles will be the centerpiece of this memorable evening. A five-course dinner prepared by local celebrity chef Phil Mancini will dazzle the most sophisticated palate! Each course will be perfectly paired with some of the best wines from Don Patterson’s cellar. An intermezzo mini concert will be performed between each course while you sip champagne and drift into the fantasy of this unique, multi-sensory experience.
Reserve your spot now for $3,000 per couple *Limited availability
BrilliantlyBejeweled
Become bejeweled! Indulge in a dazzling shopping experience at International Diamond Center.
Treat yourself or a loved one to a $10,000 shopping spree at the International Diamond Center in Sarasota. This VIP, red-carpet shopping experience will have you feeling like a celebrity – a driver will escort you in a Cadillac Escalade to your experience, where you will sip champagne as you browse the display cases, dazzling yourself with some of the finest jewelry. With this package, your jewelry box will be getting an upgrade! Next, take some time to unwind at Sirius Spa with a Diamond Glow facial experience. After being pampered all day, finish off your luxurious day with a five-star dinner for two at one of Sarasota’s finest restaurants.
Sarasota Bay Luxury Yacht Cruise
Cruise around Sarasota Bay in high-class style and luxury while savoring dishes and paired wines prepared by a local celebrity chef.
Quixotic is a 15.12 meter expedition yacht with 3 guest cabins and a draft of 1.35 meters which can reach speeds of up to 26 knots. The yacht has a CE certification class (A) and can navigate the open ocean. Specially equipped with gyro stabilizers and designed by a renowned Italian naval architect, The Famiglio Family is providing this unique opportunity to cruise the waters of Sarasota Bay. You will be served lavish dishes prepared by Phil Mancini of Michael’s on East paired with hand-selected wines. The bigger the bid, the better the menu for your idyllic sunset adventure. You are sure to enjoy this splendid experience right off the coast of New College on the tranquil waters of Sarasota Bay. The successful bidder will meet with the chef to design the menu crafted specifically for your desired group. Donated by The Famiglio Family
*Voyage date must be cleared with Captain 60 days prior.
PasoRobles
Take an immersive, behind the curtain, insider’s trip to one of the hottest wine regions on the planet.
*Based on availability. Does not include airfare. Expires on March 5, 2026
Three lucky couples will spend 4 days and 3 nights in the Owner’s Estate home of the 90-acre Will Hills vineyard. The 3bedroom, 3-bath estate is the epitome of elegance. Located in the Willow Creek appellation of Paso Robles, you will learn of the regenerative viniculture efforts with private tour and tasting in the picturesque vineyards in Paso Robles, California. See the rolling vineyards, surrounded by the lush greenery of the countryside which set the stage for a delightful escape. You will embark on two days of nonstop behind the scenes winery visits tasting the cult classics produced by the hottest winemakers in Paso Robles. For one of your evenings, a celebrity winemaker will host your party and be treated to an experience of the extraordinary Michelin Restaurant, Les Petites Canailles, a French farm-to-table restaurant serving sophisticated food in a California casual style. The memories of this immersive wine experience will linger in your thoughts. Each sip will tell a story, and each moment is an indulgence in the art of winemaking. Donated by
Don Patterson
Featured Winemakers
Hawks Hill Ranch Vineyard, Located in the westside hills of Paso Robles’ Adelaida District AVA, the vineyard at Hawks Hill Ranch Winery is where everything begins. Our vision is a balanced approach to farming by allowing nature to point us in the right direction to enhance the quality of our fruit. We are growers first and winemakers second. Our farming techniques are inspired by the many farming practices we have been exposed to by our neighbors, friends, and the winemakers who buy our fruit. We take this combined knowledge, borrow from old-world and new-world techniques and do our best to balance modern science, biodynamic farming, sustainability, and common sense. The wines produced at Hawks Hill Ranch Winery are a testament to the unique terroir and meticulous care that define our vineyard. Each bottle embodies the complexity and character of our land, offeringwineenthusiastsatrulyexceptionalexperience. www.hhrwinery.com
Hawks Hill Ranch Winemaker KitKuyper
“Great wine starts with great fruit.”
wine is a reflection of ou partners. Having comple ts of our sustainable and organic viticulture practices g technics, canopy management, water usage and when to ntentionallyharvestlowyieldstoensurethehighestpossible ur fruit is sourced from sites that are widely regarded to be restigious vineyards in the central coast. There are several we focus on when choosing a site including soil composition, and orientation. We primarily source our fruit from the trict appellation, which exceeds all our criteria for growing excellent wine as do the vintners who farm them. It is our pleasure to have the opportunitytosharetheirbountywithyou.
www.turtlerockvineyards.com
Featured Student Speaker Lisa Carbary
Lisa is in her first year of a master’s program at New College, specializing in marine mammal science with a focus on manatee conservation.
She began her career in marine animal training in 2009 and has since gained valuable experience working with dolphins and manatees in the marine mammal training departments at the Georgia Aquarium and Walt Disney World.
Currently, Lisa serves as a Zoological Manager at Epcot. In addition to her professional responsibilities, she is a devoted mother to a threeyear-old son and a foster parent to an eight-month-old. She is enthusiastic about joining this program, as it will equip her with the knowledge and skills to further her commitment to conserving the marine animals she deeply cares about.
Because of your generous support,
New College of Florida has accomplished many mission-critical goals over the past year.
New students enrolled in 2023 and 2024, representing consecutive years of record new-student enrollment
Launched the nation’s only master’s degree program in Marine Mammal Science
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New faculty members hired in Fall 2024
Debuted the Socratic Stage Dialogue Series, promoting civil discourse
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Thank you to our committee!
Don Patterson Co-Chair
Greg Douglas Vice Co-Chair
Renee Phinney
Richard Van Buskirk
Barry Weisblatt
Dr. Lisa Klein
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Britt Riner
Elizabeth Moore Co-Chair
Jennifer Douglas Vice Co-Chair
Erik Arroyo
Monica Van Buskirk
Mark Famiglio
Dave & Leyla Smith
Julie Galvano