Imagine & Believe Silent Auction 2022

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

BENEFIT DRAWING

Enter to win a beautiful wine basket.

SUPER SILENT

SS1. NHL NY Islander Hockey Game in Suite with 4X Stanley Cup Winner SS2. Elite Island Resorts Packages SS3. Website Design SPORTS 101. Boston Sports Cornhole 102. Red Sox Collector 103. Pro Football Hall of Fame & Autographed Football 104. Boston University vs. Colgate Basketball Game 105. Boston University vs. Providence College Hockey Game

FOOD & WINE & SPIRITS

201. Vom FASS Basket and Wine 202. Perche Merle Wine Basket 203. Tapas and Wine, Wine, Wine 204. Dinner in NY at Moderne Barn 205. Wine and Wild Goose Chase Gift Card 206. Tito’s Vodka Gift Basket 207. Air Fryer and Stew Leonard’s Gift Card

FITNESS & HEALTH 301. Get Fit in Southie Gym 302. Five Sessions with Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach

303. Health and Wellness Coaching 304. Namaste - Unlimited Yoga for One Month 305. FLOAT Your Troubles Away JEWELRY AND FASHION

401. Whimsical Sprinkles Necklace 402. Be a Dish in this Necklace 403. Ivory Mother-of-Pearl Gold Cuff Bracelet 404. Gold Earrings with Pavé Crystals 405. Gold and Crystal Pendant Necklace in Gold 406. Venetian Glass Necklace 407. Amber Brooch and Earring Clips 408. Wristlet 409. Living-United Gloves 410. Dagne Dover Backpack 411. Jacob's Sheep Shawl and Yarn 412. Dooney and Bourke Change Purse or Card Holder + Mystery Gift Card!

HOTEL STAYS & GETAWAYS

501. Night at the Casino 502. Maine Experience 503. Seeing the Sights and Night in Boston 504. Boston Overnight 505. California Dreaming 506. Virginia Visit 507. Marriott Hotel of Your Choice

ART AND MUSEUM EXPERIENCES

601. Dan’s Kirschner Photography: Birds

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602. Dan Kirschner’s Photography: Mosaic Boston

603. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and Dinner for 4

604. Worcester Art Museum

605. Visit Boston’s ICA

606. Springfield Museums – Oh, the Places You Will Go!

607. Day Trip to Historic Salem 608. Antique Treasure - Placeholders 609. Chinese Silver Table Set (Salt, Pepper, Sauce Holder)

FAMILY FUN AND EXPERIENCES

701. New Hampshire Dining 702. Roller-skating with the Family 703. Adventure Time! 704. Massachusetts Family Favorites 705. Birds, Binoculars, & Beautiful Drawings 706. Rhode Island Beauty 707. Preserve Family History with “Storied” 708. South Boston Spa and Fun 709. Hit the Slopes at Wachusett Mountain

ELECTRONICS

801. Beats Studio Buds and Two Wireless Charging Pads

SPECIAL OCCASIONS

901. NYC - Photoshoot 902: Officiation Services by Rabbi Gloria

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SILENT AUCTION RULES

By bidding at the Imagine & Believe silent auction, each bidder agrees to these auction rules.

1. All sales are final. There will be no exchanges or refunds unless otherwise noted. All items are “as is.” NTSAD has attempted to describe and catalog items correctly, but neither warrants nor represents and in no event shall be responsible for the correctness of descriptions, genuineness, authorship, provenance, or condition of the items. No statement made in this catalog, or made orally at the auction or elsewhere, shall be deemed such a warranty, representation, or assumption of liability.

2. The auction item value listed is an estimate of fair market value. Items have not been appraised unless so noted. The amount you pay above this fair market value estimate is normally tax deductible as a charitable contribution. Please consult your tax adviser to clarify the amount of deduction.

3. Restaurant certificates do not include alcohol, tax, or gratuities, unless specified.

4. If you have won an item, you will receive a text. Please report to the check-out table outside the ballroom after the program concludes to pick up and pay for your item(s).

5. Payment for items purchased must be made in full on the night of the auction to the cashier. NTSAD accepts cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Venmo, or a check made payable to NTSAD.

6. The purchaser must pick up all items the night of the auction unless special arrangements are made. Any item left unclaimed, without prior arrangements, will be sold and proceeds will go to NTSAD.

7. NTSAD reserves the right to add or withdraw items, without notice, to or from the auction.

8. Unless otherwise specified, all auction gift certificates must be used within one year of the date of the auction.

9. Each person bidding assumes all risks and hazards related to the auction and items obtained at the auction. Each bidder agrees to hold harmless from any liability arising indirectly from NTSAD, their elected and appointed officials, members and employees, the auctioneer(s), the auction company and its agents and employees, the event organizers, sponsors, and/or volunteers connected with the auction.

BENEFIT DRAWING

Assorted Wine Basket

This basket includes three bottles of red wine, a cheese board, wine rack, two boxes of chocolate, and Rabbit wine preserver.

Fair Market Value: $287

Tickets: $10 a ticket or 3 or $20

Donated by Lauren Celano and Tanya Yablon
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SUPER SILENT AUCTION ITEMS

SS1. NHL NY Islander Hockey Game in Suite with 4X Stanley Cup Winner Donated by John Tonelli

Attn: Hockey Fans! Imagine you are watching an NHL game in a box suite with four-time Stanley Cup Champion New York Islander John Tonelli with 11 of your friends! Well, you can and in a private suite at the brand new, spectacular UBS Arena in Elmont, New York! A legendary left-wing, John also played with the Los Angeles Kings, Chicago Blackhawks, Calgary Flames, Quebec Nordiques, and Houston Aeros of the WHA and played alongside the great Gordie Howe. Food and drinks at the game included.

Restrictions: Winning bidder will connect with John Tonelli to find a mutually agreed upon game.

Fair Market Value: Suite Value $7,500 and time with hockey legend John Tonelli is priceless!

SS2. Elite Island Resorts Packages Donated by Elite Island Resorts

Looking to plan a trip to a tropical location? Purchase one of seven Elite Island Resort packages from the NTSAD auction and receive an incredible discount on your stay for up to three rooms depending on the resort! Daily fees per person and blackout dates apply. Locations include Galley Bay Resort & Spa Antigua (seven nights, $3,500 value), Hammock Cove Antigua (seven nights, $3,800 value), Pineapple Beach Club Antigua (seven to nine nights, $2,100 value), St. James Club Antiqua (seven to nine nights, $3,600 value), the Verandah Resort & Spa Antiqua (seven to nine nights, $2,700 value), The Club Barbados Resort & Spa (seven to ten nights, $2,400 value), Los Establos Boutique Inn Panama (seven nights, $3,750 value).

Restrictions: Additional costs per day per person. Additional fees for reservations made during busy season at some resorts.

Fair Market Value: $2,100-$3,800/trip

SS3.

Website

Design Donated by e-Learnza, Michael Foley

Web designer Michael Foley is currently working on designing NTSAD’s new website! You too could upgrade your business’ website or build one for the first time with this incredible website design package! e-Learnza’s bundle includes 15 pages, one (1) year of maintenance, one (1) year of hosting, and transfer of information from an older site (if needed). NTSAD has enjoyed beautiful design, thoughtful planning, and incredible collaboration with Michael, and he’s here tonight to answer any of your questions.

Fair Market Value: $5,000

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Imagine & Believe Silent Auction 2022

SPORTS

101. Boston Sports Cornhole

Donated by Susan and Bruce Jacobson, and Samuel Adams Boston Brewery

Calling all Boston Sports Fans! These handmade wooden cornhole boards decorated with the logos of Boston’s beloved sports teams are perfect for tailgates, game rooms, and backyard fun! Set comes with matching bags, two 12-packs of Sam Adams beer, and the promise of a good time.

Fair Market Value: $350

102. Red Sox

Collector

Donated by the Red Sox and Karen Popken

Add a 2021-2022 All-Star Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers autographed baseball and two framed vintage photographs of baseball hall of famers Carl Yazstemski and Carlton Fisk to your collection.

Fair Market Value: $300

103. Pro Football Hall of Fame & Autographed Football

Donated by New England Patriots and Pro Football Hall of Fame

Calling all NFL fans! Take a trip to the Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, and stay overnight in a Marriott hotel with a $200 gift certificate. Diehard Patriots fan? Add a football autographed by NE Patriots Wide Receiver Kendrick Bourne to your sports memorabilia collection. You won’t regret it.

Fair Market Value: $400

104. Boston University vs. Colgate Basketball Game

Donated by Joe Jones and Samuel Adams Boston Brewery

Boston University’s Head Basketball Coach Joe Jones invites you to be his guest at the Boston University vs. Colgate basketball home game on January 23, 2023. Enjoy four (4) tickets to the game and a 12-pack of Samuel Adams beer to enjoy before or after the game.

Fair Market Value: $154

105. Boston University vs. Providence College

Hockey Game

Donated by Joe Jones and Samuel Adams Boston Brewery

Cheer on the BU Terrier's hockey team! Secure two (2) tickets to Boston University vs. Providence College on March 3, 2023. Quench your thirst for competition with a 12-pack of Samuel Adams beer.

Fair Market Value: $58

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FOOD, WINE, & SPIRITS

201.

Vom FASS Basket and Wine Donated by Vom FASS Brookline and Lauren Celano

This delicious basket includes high quality olive oils, fresh pastas, and excellent ground pepper shakers. three bottles of wine (one red, a rosé, and a white) from Perche Merle Winery, a stunning vineyard located in Geyserville, California.

Fair Market Value: $270

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Perche Merle Wine Basket Donated by Lauren Celano

This basket includes six bottles of wine and a cheeseboard! Two reds, two whites, and two rosés all from Perche Merle Winery, a stunning vineyard located in Geyserville, California.

Fair Market Value: $320

203. Tapas and Wine, Wine, Wine Donated by Barcelona Wine Bar, Lauren Celano, and Winestone

Offering an extensive array of Spanish-centric small plates in an intimate setting, Barcelona Wine Bar located in Brookline, Mass., is the perfect night out. Enjoy this dinner for four (4) certificate, two (2) bottles of wine (a rosé and a white) from Paradise Ridge, a vineyard in Santa Rosa, California , and a $100 gift card to Winestone in Chestnut Hill, Mass., so you can pick out some new favorites to bring home.

Restrictions: Dinner for four excludes alcohol and gratuity. Expires 10/19/2023.

Fair Market Value: $460

204. Dinner in NY at Moderne Barn

Donated by Moderne Barn Restaurant

Spice up your time in Westchester, NY with a $100 gift card for dinner at the Moderne Barn, a buzzing restaurant with a globe-trotting New American menu in a soaring, equestrian-themed space.

Restrictions: This gift card is specific to Moderne Barn and is not valid at the other restaurants owned by this restaurant group.

Fair Market Value: $100

205. Wine and Wild Goose Chase Gift Card Donated by Lauren Celano and Wild Goose Chase

This basket includes six (6) bottles of wine! Two (2) reds, two (2) whites, and two (2) rosés all from Paradise Ridge, a stunning vineyard located in Santa Rosa, California. With the wine, you also receive a $50 gift card to Wild Goose Chase, a beautiful gift shop located in Coolidge Corner in Brookline, Wild Goose Chase offers products made by various small businesses and artists. Wild Goose Chases has a range of incredible gift worthy items.

Fair Market Value: $350

206. Tito’s Vodka Gift Bundle Donated by Tito’s Vodka

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Is Tito’s Vodka your liquor of choice? If so, this bundle is just for you! A 1.75-liter bottle of Tito’s Vodka and branded Tito’s swag.

Fair Market Value: $50

207. Air Fryer and Stew Leonard’s Gift Card

Donated by Anonymous and Stew Leonard’s

Your new favorite appliance! This Bella Pro Series 4.2-qt. Digital Air Fryer will have you whipping up healthy versions of your favorites in no time (less oil, less fat). Enjoy features like circular heat technology, user-friendly touchscreen controls, and a stylish stainless-steel design—you’ll love having it in your kitchen. Comes with a $50 gift card to Stew Leonard’s grocery store.

Fair Market Value: $130

FITNESS & HEALTH

301. Get Fit in Southie Gym

Donated by Lifted and Patagonia

Get in shape before the holidays at Lifted Fitness + Performance, Boston’s premier strength and conditioning facility, providing a gym experience that delivers real results within a fun and welcoming environment. Their full-body workouts incorporate free weights, kettlebells, ropes, med balls, sleds, and more to increase strength, torch body fat, build muscle, and jack up your metabolism. Train at Lifted in South Boston with this $100 gift card. Arrive in fashion, carrying all your work out necessities in a black Patagonia tote bag.

Fair Market Value: $269

302.

Five Sessions with Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach

Donated by David Piken

Get stronger, move, and feel better with this introduction to personal training that will focus on helping you do more of the things you love to do. This package includes five, hour-long sessions with Bostonarea fitness trainer David Piken and includes a movement screening. Kickstart 2023 with more energy and feeling good.

Fair Market Value: $625

303.

Health and Wellness Coaching

Donated by David Piken

Want to make a change in your life? Maybe you’ve been thinking about becoming more active, getting more sleep, or making nutritional changes? A health coach is a guide to sustainable change. No matter where you live, working with experienced coach David Piken will help you to assess your current skills and clarify and focus your goals and objectives to live the most meaningful life you can. This 12-week program includes a kickoff call or Zoom chat with David plus six (6) bi-weekly check-in calls/Zoom chats with additional support as needed.

Fair Market Value: $379

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304. Namaste - Unlimited Yoga for One Month

Donated by Down Under Yoga

Down Under Yoga offers yogis of all experience levels the expertise of some of the country’s most respected teachers of yoga, meditation, fitness, and Ayurveda. Grab your new yoga mat and head to one of Down Under’s five beautiful studios in the Boston area or take a virtual class! This Newcomer’s pass includes one month of unlimited yoga.

Fair Market Value: $215

305. FLOAT Your Troubles Away Donated by FLOAT

Want your troubles to float away? Immerse yourself in a float tank, a small shallow pool filled with warm, body-temperature water nearly saturated with Epsom salt and dense like the Dead Sea. In this incredible experience located in Somerville, Mass., you’ll float effortlessly for 75 minutes in the dark and quiet enclosed private space and emerge utterly relaxed.

Fair Market Value: $85

JEWELRY AND FASHION

401. Whimsical Sprinkles Necklace

Donated by Illuminated Me

Illuminated Me by Sharon Herrick was started to honor the unique elements that define us, and to bring to light the powerful emotions that unite us. This necklace features sprinkles, which are known for making sweets festive! For many people, they evoke happiness and childhood memories. Sprinkles may have been first used in France in the 1800s where they were known as nonpareils (not equal); in Germany known as “love pearls;” and in the U.K. "hundreds and thousands." Embrace your inner child by donning this stunning handmade piece.

Fair Market Value: $60

402.

Be a Dish in this Necklace

Donated by Fire Opal

Sarah Richardson's jewelry is a process of evolving designs. Drawn to the organic quality of each individual pod, a repetition of these elements creates geometric form. Using traditional wax carving techniques, this piece is hand carved, then cast in 18K gold. Using heat to bring the fine metal to the surface, then polished on the edges creating an interior glow. A bestseller at Fire Opal, this Sarah Richardson’s Dishy Pod piece is one-of-a-kind and is sure to enhance any outfit.

Fair Market Value: $140

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403. Ivory Mother-of-Pearl Gold Cuff Bracelet

Donated by Kendra Scott

A dainty pinch cuff bookended with Kendra Scott’s signature oval stones, the Elton Gold Cuff Bracelet in Ivory Mother-of-Pearl is a stack staple. Mother-of-Pearl is a genuine shell material produced as the inner layer of a shell and the outer coating of pearls. It is strong, scratch-resistant, and beautifully iridescent. This expertly designed gold cuff bracelet is guaranteed to turn heads every time you wear it. No matter the size of your wrist, the Elton Cuff Bracelet is sure to fit you and your style.

Fair Market Value: $70

404. Gold Earrings with Pavé Crystals

Donated by Kendra Scott

Simple, classy, and oh so chic. These Payton Gold Open Frame Earrings in White Crystal feature stunning pavé crystals along a drop-shaped silhouette that will make a statement on your next special outing or anytime you want a little sparkle.

Fair Market Value: $70

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Gold and Crystal Pendant Necklace in Gold

Donated by Kendra Scott

Jewelry designer Kendra Scott’s #1 best seller – The Elisa Open Frame Crystal Pendant Necklace in gold is the perfect combination of sparkle and everyday wearability.

Fair Market Value: $55

406. Venetian Glass Necklace

Donated by Sophia Pesotchinsky

Made in Venice by its famous glass blowers, this piece will be the highlight of any look.

Fair Market Value $50

407. Amber Brooch and Earring Clips

Donated by Sophia Pesotchinsky

Pair this amber brooch with amber earring clips for a cohesive jewelry statement.

Fair Market Value: $350

408. Wristlet

Donated my Ruth Feldman

This beautiful red leather wristlet with flower detailing and intricate stitching pairs nicely with any look. Plenty of room for your cash and cards!

Fair Market Value: $140

409. Living-United Gloves

Donated by Living-United

Living-United creates soft and sleek, thoughtfully designed gloves that are made in the USA by craftspeople who are committed to enduring quality and unparalleled good looks. These gloves are fashionable and the innovative, antimicrobial fabric infused with silver ions naturally prevents bacterial growth and stays feeling fresh all day. And you can feel good knowing the fabric is made without chemicals that harm our environment. Grab two pairs today in white and black.

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Fair Market Value: $196

410. Dagne Dover Backpack

Donated by Dagne Dover

Need a new backpack? The Dakota Neoprene Backpack from Dagne Dover is the perfect gift for the student, commuter, or traveler! Dagne Dover uses 100% premium neoprene, a high-tech fabric that is water resistant and hand washable. It’s insulating and shock-absorbent thanks to the material makeup. The lining, shoe bag, and dust bag are all made from Repreve recycled polyester – a durable, versatile material that turns recycled bottles into bags.

Fair Market Value: $215

411. Jacob's Sheep Shawl and Yarn

In 1999, Texas farmers Fred and Joan Horak noticed two lambs among their flock of Jacob’s sheep had developed signs of a nervous system disorder. A decade later, it was discovered that the sheep were affected with Tay-Sachs disease. Thanks to the Horaks, their Jacob’s sheep, and funding from NTSAD, the veterinary school at Auburn University conducted a large animal gene therapy study which later led to human clinical trials. Wear this shawl that was crafted with yarn from Jacob’s Sheep wool as a symbol of our shared hopes for effective treatments.

Fair Market Value: Priceless

412. Dooney and Bourke Change Purse or Card Holder + Mystery Gift Card! Donated by Anonymous

Buy a Dooney and Bourke change purse or card holder now and find a $25 gift card within! Potential mystery gift cards you could find inside include Starbucks, DoorDash, Amazon, Target, GrubHub, Dunkin, T.J.Maxx, Uber, Yankee Candle, and Best Buy!

Fair Market Value: $75 Buy It Now: $65

HOTEL STAYS AND GET-A-WAYS

501. Night at the Casino Donated by Encore and Rare Steakhouse

Feeling lucky? Stay and play at Encore Boston Harbor, a Wynn Resort! Invite some relaxation, fun, and excitement into your life. You and a guest will savor a fine dinner of the finest cuts of international and domestic beef at Rare Steakhouse. Then, test your luck at the casino, which features 2,700+ slot machines and more than 185 state-of-the-art table games. Wrap up your night with an overnight stay at the hotel.

Restrictions: Dinner for two (2) guests up to a maximum value of $500, excluding alcohol and gratuity. Dinner and hotel stay expire September 30, 2023.

Fair Market Value: $1,000

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502. Maine Experience Donated by Rheanna Sinnett, Maine Wedding Provisions, and Ruth Feldman

A one-of-a-kind experience, head to Pemaquid Pond in Bremen, Maine, north of Portland for a two-night stay for two (2) guests on the Floating Camp Roam, a comfortably and fully equipped houseboat. Enjoy a Farmer Bounty for six (6) from Maine Wedding Provisions (@foodlovelaughter), which includes a delightful assortment of local seasonal treats: local cheeses, crackers, crisp harvest vegetables from organic Maine family farms, rustic bread. This Maine-themed collection also includes a signed copy of Breaking Bread: Essays from New England on Food, Hunger, and Family by Debra Spark, a copy of Wild Design: Nature's Architects by Kimberly Ridley, a farmer’s market recycled tote bag, and fresh cranberries.

Restrictions for Roam: Any weekdays (M-Th) in 2023, during the season (Memorial Day through mid-Oct) excluding July and August. Restrictions for Farmer Bounty for 6: Available for pickup in Portland (will arrange with winner time and place). Available between October 1st and April 1st.

Fair Market Value: $673

503. Seeing the Sights and Night in Boston

Donated by Swan Boats, Old Town Trolley Tour, Reelhouse and Commonwealth Hotel

Learn about Boston’s history on the Old Town Trolley Tour. Make a stop at the Public Gardens for a ride on the Swan Boats. Then head to East Boston for dinner at Reelhouse. Finish your night with a stay at the beautiful Commonwealth Hotel, which is steps from the historic Fenway Park and Kenmore Square.

This bundle includes a $50 gift card to Reelhouse, four (4) tickets to the Swan Boats, two (2) VIP passes for the Old Town Trolley Tour, and a one-night stay at the Commonwealth Hotel.

Restrictions: Swan Boats certificate is valid through Labor Day 2023.

Fair Market Value: $460

504. Boston Overnight Donated by ICA, the Briar Group, Glass House, and Royal Sonesta Start your afternoon with two (2) tickets to the Institute of Contemporary Art. Then head to Cambridge for dinner and spend your $50 gift card to Glass House – a restaurant, bar, and modern day “meeting house” inspired by the history and present-day identity of Kendall Square. Finish your night HERE at the stunning Royal Sonesta Boston.

Fair Market Value: $400

505. California Dreaming Irvine Marriott Hotel and Lauren Celano

Discover Orange County, California, with a two-night stay at the Irvine Marriott Hotel, perfectly located in between San Diego and L.A. Celebrate your upcoming trip with two (2) bottles of red wine, one (1) from Paradise Ridge, a vineyard in Santa Rosa, California, and another from Perche Merle Winery, a stunning vineyard located in Geyserville, California.

Fair Market Value: $540

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506. Virginia Visit

Donated by Hyatt Regency Reston and Signature Theatre

Located 30 minutes outside of Washington DC, Reston, Virginia combines beautiful public open space, a thriving restaurant scene, shopping, and family fun. Plan a trip to visit Virginia, with a one-night stay at the upscale Hyatt Regency Reston and two (2) tickets to a mainstage performance at Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia, a Tony Award-winning professional theatre.

Fair Market Value: $377

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Marriott Hotel of Your Choice

Donated by Anonymous

Already have a destination in mind for a future trip? Grab this $250 gift card and go stay at a Marriott Hotel of your choice!

Fair Market Value: $250

ART AND MUSEUM EXPERIENCES

601. Dan’s Kirschner Photography: Birds

This stunning piece snapped in Barcelona, Spain, was taken from a bridge looking down on a turquoise pool filled with birds. Take home this beautifully framed, thought-provoking piece.

Fair Market Value: $210

602.

Donated by Dan Kirschner

Dan Kirschner’s Photography: Mosaic Boston Donated by Dan Kirschner

Reflected in the windows of a building are the recognizable colors and shapes that make up the city of Boston. This framed mosaic of the city we all love is picture perfect for any home or office.

Fair Market Value: $175

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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and Dinner for 4 Donated by Isabella Stewart Gardener Museum and Barcelona

Bring three (3) of your friends with you on a trip to the legendary and exquisite Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum located in Boston. This beautiful museum is home to many works of master artists and is known for its history, architecture, gardens, and one of the largest art thefts in history. Discuss your visit over dinner for four (4) at Barcelona, a delightful Spanish tapas restaurant located in Brookline.

Restrictions: Dinner at Barcelona excludes alcohol and gratuity. Expires 10/19/2023.

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Fair Market Value: $360

604.

Worcester Art Museum

Donated by Worcester Art Museum and Lauren Celano

Mary Cassatt, Claude Monet, and more! The Worcester Art Museum creates transformative programs and exhibitions, drawing on its exceptional collection of art. Dating from 3,000 BC to the present, these works provide the foundation for a focus on audience engagement, connecting visitors of all ages and abilities with inspiring art and demonstrating its enduring relevance to daily life. Enjoy the day with a friend with two (2) admission passes to the Worcester Art Museum, in Worcester, Mass. and a bottle of red wine from Perche Merle Winery, a stunning vineyard located in Geyserville, California.

Fair Market Value: $142

605.

Visit Boston’s

ICA

Donated by The Institute of Contemporary Art

The Institute of Contemporary Art was founded in 1936 as the Boston Museum of Modern Art—a sister institution to New York’s MoMA—the museum was conceived as a laboratory where innovative approaches to art could be championed. For 85 years, the ICA has presented contemporary art in all media and introduced new artists to the world. Now housed on Boston’s waterfront it is a must! Take your steady, a date, or a friend and then enjoy a bottle of wine from Perche Merle Winery, a stunning vineyard located in Geyserville, California.

Fair Market Value: $110

606. Springfield Museums – Oh, the Places You Will Go! Donated by the Springfield Museums

Spend the day with the kids or the child inside of you exploring science, history, art, and the world of Dr. Seuss (aka Theodore Seuss Geisel) at the Springfield Museums! Located in the heart of downtown Springfield, Mass., the Springfield Museums offer access to five world-class museums, including the Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden, all under a single admission. Four (4) tickets are included in this package. Ideal for the whole family!

Fair Market Value: $100

607.

Day Trip to Historic Salem

Donated by Salem Witch Museum

The Salem Witch Museum examines one of the most enduring and emotional events in American History, the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Make it an outing for the family or time friends with a pass for six (6) people to the Salem Witch Museum in hand, head to Salem, and explore its dark history.

Fair Market Value: $99

608.

Antique Treasure - Placeholders

Donated by Sophia Pesotchinsky

These nine (9) Chinese silver place holding figures are valued at $50 each.

Fair Market Value: $450

609.

Chinese Silver Table Set (Salt, Pepper, Sauce Holder)

Donated by Sophia Pesotchinsky

A unique piece for your dining room, this Chinese silver table set will be a conversation starter.

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Fair Market Value: $250

FAMILY FUN AND EXPERIENCES

701. New Hampshire Dining Donated by Throwback and Copper Door

Enjoy dinner at one of Copper Door Restaurant’s locations, either Salem or Bedford, NH and follow it up with some brews at Throwback Brewery in North Hampton, NH ($50 gift cards to each)!

Fair Market Value: $100

702. Roller-skating with the Family

Donated by Carousel Family Fun Center

Head to Carousel Family Fun Center in Whitman, Mass. to throw it back to the 80s at this roller rink! This certificate is valid for admission and skate rental for four (4) people, one whole pizza, and one pitcher of soda.

Fair Market Value: $100

703. Adventure Time! Donated by Xtremecraze Family Fun Center and Treetop Adventures

Bring home something the kids will LOVE! The Xtremecraze Family Fun certificate is good for up to five (5) people for either one (1) session of laser tag or one (1) session at the inflatable park, which includes many blow up obstacle to jump around in. Then two (2) courageous individuals can test their bravery with tickets to Treetop Adventures, a high ropes course, zip-line, and climbing park in Canton, MA.

Restrictions: Laser tag is limited to ages 7 and up.

Fair Market Value: $215

704. Massachusetts Family Favorites

Donated by New England Aquarium, Zoo New England, Old Sturbridge Village

Bring the family or out-of-town visitors to three of Massachusetts’ beloved institutions! See the penguins and sharks at the New England Aquarium, visit the animals at the Franklin Park Zoo or Stone Zoo, and take a trip to the past at Old Sturbridge Village. This package comes with four (4) tickets to each of these experiences.

Restrictions: Old Sturbridge Village tickets are for 2 adults and 2 youth and expire 9/25/2023. This voucher of OSV is not valid for events or performances that require a separate ticket. New England Aquarium tickets are valid through 12/31/2022.

Fair Market Value: $320

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Birds, Binoculars, & Beautiful Drawings Donated by Annette LaBlanc Kate

Grab your binoculars and take a two-hour guided tour of the historic, majestic Mt. Auburn Cemetery with author and artist Annette LaBlanc Kate.

Fair Market Value: $500

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706. Rhode Island Beauty Donated by Blithewold Mansion and Audubon Society of RI

Enjoy tea for four (4) at Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum in Bristol, Rhode Island. Blithewold is a 33-acre summer estate with grand views of Narragansett Bay. The property features a 45-room mansion filled with family heirlooms and is framed by a series of lovely gardens that range in character from mysterious to exotic and from poetic to practical. Then enjoy your Audubon Society of RI one-year membership with unlimited trips to the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium in Smithfield, RI, as well as discounts on programs and at the nature shops.

Restrictions: membership valid for one year from activation date.

Fair Market Value: $250

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Preserve Family History with “Storied”

Donated by Becca Wertheimer “Storied” is the answer to preserving family history, lore, and funny tales. It is a unique way to facilitate sharing what you love, admire, and have learned from those around you. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for more than a decade, Becca Wertheimer has spent hours honing the skills of listening, asking questions, and helping people feel comfortable sharing. Becca will record, edit, and make your audio interview a beautifully presented gift to give. The interview process is tailored to your specific story and intended audience. The perfect gift for loved ones for the holidays. A beautiful leather journal is included, so you may begin to jot down your story ideas.

Fair Market Value: $310

708.

South Boston Spa and Fun

Donated by Dluxe Nail Bar West and PLK Boston

Treat yourself to this $100 gift certificate to Dluxe Nail Bar West in South Boston. After mani-pedis, head to PLK Boston for appetizers and a round of pickleball ($50 gift card)! Perfect for a girl’s night out or date night!

Restrictions: PLK Bar gift certificate is for food only. Pickleball court will need to be reserved separately.

Fair Market Value: $150

709.

Hit the Slopes at Wachusett Mountain

Donated by

Wachusett Mountain

Grab your skis or board and hit the slopes with a friend this winter! Savor a winter day with two (2) lift tickets to Wachusett Mountain in Princeton, Mass.

Restrictions: Must be used in 2022-2023 season. Blackout dates apply.

Fair Market Value: $144

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ELECTRONICS

801. Beats Studio Buds and Two Wireless Charging Pads

Donated by Anonymous

Upgrade your headphones with these moon gray Beats Studio Buds – true wireless noise cancelling Bluetooth earbuds – compatible with Apple and Android and feature a built-in microphone. They are IPX4 rated and sweat resistant. Always looking for a charger? These two wireless charging pads will ensure you always have a backup!

Fair Market Value: $170

SPECIAL OCCASIONS

901.

NYC - Photoshoot Donated by Robbie Michaels

This two-hour photo session with photographer Robbie Michaels can be used towards a wedding package or for any of your photo needs—headshots, maternity, newborn, family portraits, and more! Robbie Michaels works out of New York City but is available for destination occasions.

Restrictions: travel and hotel expenses must be covered by the client.

Fair Market Value: $2,500

902:

Officiation Services by Rabbi Gloria

Donated by Rabbi Gloria Milner

Currently planning a Jewish wedding ceremony? Hoping to renew your vows? Bid on officiation services from Rabbi Gloria Milner. She will help you plan the services and will officiate.

Restrictions: Travel and hotel expenses are not included and must be covered by the client.

Fair Market Value: $1,700

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