th
8 Annual Fall Fling Golf Tournament Silent Auction in Support of MELP
September 29, 2017 – October 1, 2017
Rectory’s Fall Fling Golf Tournament Silent Auction proceeds support scholarships for MELP, Rectory's signature March Experiential Learning Program, which provides students with unique opportunities to explore interests and learn outside of the classroom. The MELP Scholarship Fund helps many students have their dream MELP, no matter their financial circumstances.
Auction Conditions 1. Online bidding for the Silent Auction will begin Friday, September 29, 2017 and end Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 2:00pm (Eastern Standard Time). Online bidders will have a proxy bidder who will bid on the item(s) for them, who will start with the opening bid and go up to the final bid. To place an online bid, please email Fred.Nagle@rectoryschool.org with the following information: a. Your Name b. Your Phone Number c. What Item(s) You’re Bidding On d. Your Opening Bid e. Your Final Bid (the maximum amount you are willing to pay for the item) 2. Winning bidders will be contacted no later than Wednesday, October 4, 2017. At that point arrangements will be made for payment and delivery of purchased items. 3. Successful bidders in the Silent Auction will be expected to pay for their items within one week of the Silent Auction closing. Payment in full is required to receive your item(s). The cost of shipping will be included in the final amount charged. 4. There will be a minimum bid for all items as noted. There will be no bid accepted in the Silent Auction that is below the established minimum bid. 5. All Auction bidding is binding and all sales are final. Payment may be made by check (payable to Rectory School) or by VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover online at www.rectoryschool.org/give
6. The Internal Revenue Service requires that we notify you that only the difference between fair market value of an item and the actual price paid by the purchaser may be taken as a tax donation. The values of some items are donor estimates only.
1.
Round of Golf at the Site of the U.S. Open
Golf where the world's pros do! Take two of your best golfing partners and join former Rectory Trustee Hank Smith '76 at Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, PA, site of the 2013 U.S. Men's Open Championship. This is a rare opportunity to play on a world top ten golf course. Your round for three includes 18 holes, caddies, and post-round drinks on a mutually convenient date in 2018. Please note that carts are not allowed and a round at Merion is expected to last approximately 4 hours, so golfing ability should be considered. Donated by: Hank Smith '76
Starting Bid: $500.00 Item Value: $1,100.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $1,500.00
2.
Round of Golf at Mohegan Sun Golf Club
Nestled in scenic southeastern Connecticut, this 18-hole championship course challenges and accommodates all levels of play regardless of skill level or experience. The recently improved course offers one of the finest golf and resort experiences in the region. Donated by: Angela & Thayne Hutchins P'11 '15
Starting Bid: $250.00 Item Value: $560.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $1,000.00
3.
New England Patriots vs. Buffalo Bills
Are you ready for some football? Enjoy your Sunday at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA watching the one and only New England Patriots go against the Buffalo Bills. This event will be held on Sunday, December 24th at 1:00 pm. You and a guest will be sitting in the prime 50 yard line area of Section 132, Row 31, Seats 5 & 6. Tickets must be used by the auction winner, no substitutions. Donated by: Kathy & David Turner P'20 '23 '24 '25 '26
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $150.00 Item Value: $390.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $800.00
4.
Mark Waitkus Paintings
Artist Mark Waitkus is passionate about painting, sports and nostalgia, and his work has been commisioned by many of the area’s professional sports teams. These prints are signed by the artist and celebrate the arenas where so many Boston teams have celebrated championships in recent years. We are auctioning off four paintings: David Ortiz Fairwell Celebration, Patriots Leader of the Pack, Red Sox 2013 World Series, 2010 Winter Classic at Fenway. Donated by: Mark Waitkus
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $30.00 each Item Value: $70.00 each Buy It Now Purchase Price: $150 each
5.
Korean Air Tickets
Two unrestricted economy round-trip plane ticket on Korean Air Lines from New York City to Korea, China, or Hong Kong. An unrestricted ticket has no change or cancellation penalty, although a refund service charge may apply. Ticket is good for one year. Donated by: Walter Cho '91
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $1,500.00 Item Value: $3,000.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $5,000.00
6.
One Week of Camp at Windham Tolland 4H Camp
A lucky boy or girl, ages 6 through 15, will be able to take advantage of a wonderful opportunity to go to a first class summer camp for a week right in Rectory's backyard. The Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp has been serving area children and families since 1954. Located in Pomfret Center, CT, the camp’s 270 acres contain woodlands, cabins, recreational areas, and scenic ponds. Their goal is to use cooperative activities to promote each camper’s social and emotional development. 4-H's caring, camper-centered staff is committed to providing safe, educational and fun experiences for every child. The camp is licensed by the State of Connecticut and is fully accredited by the American Camp Association. Donated by: 4H Camp
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $200.00 Item Value: $460.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $800.00
7.
Mohegan Sun Night Out with Lady Gaga
Two tickets to Lady Gaga at Mohegan Sun on Saturday, November 11th. Rock out with Gaga from your amazing seats, which will be located on the floor, center stage. Donated by: Angela & Thayne Hutchins P'11 '15
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $250.00 Item Value: $700.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $1,400.00
8.
Legends Limousine Gift Certificate
Need to get to or from the airport or train station? Do you want to take your friends out and leave the hassle of driving behind? Use this $300.00 gift certificate from Legends Limousine toward any limousine service that Legends has to offer. You can be creative with how you spend your certificate. Enjoy dinner, maybe a trip to the casinos, or maybe just a romantic, starlight drive. The choice is yours. Must be used in CT, MA, or RI. Donated by: Legends Limousine
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $100.00 Item Value: $300.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $600.00
9.
Verizon Wireless Electronics Gift Basket
This basket is for all you electronic/cellphone lovers. Packed with an abundance of quality electronics, this basket includes iFROGZ earbuds, iMobile Life Torch, WirelessOne Explorer Pro Bluetooth Monopod, MaxWest Tab 7270K, and Garmin Vivofit Activity Tracker. Donated by: Verizon Wireless – Putnam, CT
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $50.00 Item Value: $150.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $300.00
10. Portrait Session from Bradford Portraits
Be photographed at world renowned Bradford Portrait Studio in New York. This package also includes a $5,000 gift certificate for a 20� Museum quality portrait. Portrait may be of a family or individual (sorry, no pets). There are about 50 dates to choose from for the portrait sessions. Donated by: Bradford Renaissance Portraits
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $300.00 Item Value: $5,000.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $5,000.00
11. New England Patriots vs. Buffalo Bills
Are you ready for some football? Enjoy your Sunday at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA watching the one and only New England Patriots go against the Buffalo Bills. This event will be held on Sunday, December 24th at 1:00 pm. You and a guest will be sitting in Section 326 Row 13. Donated by: Keith & Erin Wilcox P'14 '16
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $75.00 Item Value: $130.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $260.00
12. Providence Flyers Hockey Tickets
You and a guest will experience the hard hitting hockey of the Providence College Friars. The winning bidder will be able to choose a home game of their liking. Donated by: Keith & Erin Wilcox P'14 '16
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $10.00 Item Value: $30.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $60.00
13. 6-Month Family Membership to the Hale YMCA Youth & Family Center
The Hale YMCA Youth and Family Center is part of the Greater Hartford YMCA. The YMCA of Greater Hartford is a charitable association open to all and committed to helping people develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind and body. The Hale YMCA Includes: 8lane competition length swimming pool, Warm water pool with wheelchair accessibility, Whirlpool spa, Gymnasium, Wellness (fitness) center, Childwatch center (babysitting while you use the Y!), Teen center, Multi-purpose community room, Group exercise studio, Locker rooms, Sauna & Steam rooms Donated by: The Hale YMCA
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $100.00 Item Value: $552.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $1,000.00
14. Local Restaurants Gift Card Tree
Keep it local! Enjoy the flavors of the Quiet Corner restaurants listed below. Gift Cards to your favorite local restaurants include: 85 Main $100.00 Gift Card; Dubliner Cafe $50.00 Gift Certificate; Jessica Tuesday's $30.00 Gift Certificate; Pizza 101 Gift Certificate for Two Large Pizzas; The Crossings $20.00 Gift Card; Someplace Special 1 Large Pizza Gift Certificate; The Courthouse $25.00 Gift Card; Thai Place $25.00 Gift Card. Donated by: 85 Main, Dubliner CafĂŠ, Jessica Tuesday's, Pizza 101, The Crossings, Someplace Special, The Courthouse, and Thai Place
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $50.00 Item Value: $280.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $500.00
15. Private Dinner by Chef Kristofer Kalas '06
Rectory Alum and Professional Chef Kristofer Kalas ‘06 will tempt your taste buds with a unique dining experience on a mutually agreed upon date. The winner of this package will work with Kris to design a dinner party for six people at the winners home. The menu will include four courses cooked using the finest ingredients possible from reputable local sources. Kris is a graduate of the French Culinary Institute in New York City and has worked in both Paris and New York at famed restaurants such as L'Arpege, Daniel, and Veritas. Donated by: Kristofer Kalas '06
Silent Auction Starting Bid: $250.00 Item Value: $900.00 Buy It Now Purchase Price: $1,500.00
Thank you for supporting MELP!