There's No Place Like Home Gala 2017 - Event Program

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WELCOME Dear Friends, Good evening and welcome to Auction Gala 2017, There’s No Place Like Home! Most of us can recall the iconic ending of The Wizard of Oz when Dorothy closes her eyes, clicks her ruby slippers together and repeats that memorable phrase. When she opens her eyes, Dorothy is back in Kansas with a new understanding of the meaning and value of home and family.

This became the catalyst in planning for tonight, our biggest event of the year. We recognize and greatly appreciate the gifts of time, talent and treasure that have been given to our school over the years by parents and community volunteers and as a faculty and staff we wanted this year's event to be a thank you for that and more. We hope you enjoy being with us at home for an evening of fun, fellowship, great food, entertainment and fundraising for St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School.

Tonight we are pleased to honor Jill and Matt Frazier with our Founder's Award and Donoho's Jewellers with our Community Partner Award. We thank them for their dedication and commitment to our school and Catholic education through the years. Their generous support and involvement coupled with that of all of our benefactors have made a significant difference for our students, faculty and staff. Possibilities have become realities as we strive for continuous improvement in all areas. We see the results continually with numerous accomplishments and achievements added each and every year. With continued dedication and support from parents, the parish and local community, we are confident that the best is yet to come!

Dorothy's words, "There's no place like home," underline a truism that strikes a chord in many hearts. Thank you for joining us at home for this night of celebration! Your support helps our school to fulfill its mission today and you become part of the future of Catholic education for all of the families to come who will call this place home. May God continue to bless all of us abundantly as we continue the work of Jesus here on earth and in our school community.

Yours in Christ,

Rev. Tom Rafferty Pastor

Renee’ B. Nunez Principal

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THE NIGHT’S PROGRAM 6:00 – 6:30 p.m.

Pre–Party (Sponsors & Paduan Patrons only)

6:30 p.m.

Guest check-in begins

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Cocktail Reception, Silent Auction & Big Board | Open Bar

7:30 p.m.

Silent Auction & Big Board close Dinner with complimentary wine service | Cash bar begins

8:30 p.m.

Awards Presentation Heads or Tails Live Auction featuring renowned auctioneer David Ackel Dancing will begin after live auction concludes

Catering & service provided by:

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MENU

Salad Roasted Pear and Bleu Cheese Salad with Spiced Pecans and Balsamic Vinaigrette

EntrĂŠe Petite Filet Mignon and Chicken Rouladestuffed with Fresh Spinach & Goat Cheese Accompanied with Fork-Mashed Fingerling Potatoes and Crispy Haricot Verts

Dessert New York Style Cheesecake served with Seasonal Berries

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HONOREES ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA FOUNDERS AWARD:

Jill and Matt Frazier Founding Family Our school is happy to honor a founding family as this year’s recipient of the St. Anthony of Padua Founders Award. Jill and Matt Frazier have made a significant impact to our school community throughout the last 16 years. They have given generously of their time, talent and treasure in many ways from onand off-campus volunteering to consistent support of our fundraising efforts. They were also instrumental in the development and growth of our athletic program, including coaching award-winning teams. All four of their daughters have completed their elementary education at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School, and we are sad to see their youngest graduate this year. They have always been true ambassadors of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School, and we are thankful for their continued support.

ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA COMMUNITY PARTNER AWARD:

The Woodlands, TX This year, we are honoring a business in our community which has consistently invested in our school, our students and our staff through their generous support of our mission and vision. This honor is given only when a business or organization is identified for their exemplary dedication and commitment to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School. We are pleased to announce the recipient of this year’s St. Anthony of Padua Community Partner Award is Donoho’s Jewellers. Donoho’s contributions to our school enhance and enrich current programming and inspire us to reach higher levels of performance and achievement, and for this we are so very thankful.

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SPONSORS RUBY SPONSORS America's Family Dental Lan & Steven Brady Jill & Matthew Frazier St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church Woodforest National Bank

YELLOW BRICK ROAD SPONSORS Planet Ford Raising Cane’s

PADUAN PATRONS Abby & Geoff Beatty Sharon & Jim Demczak Tessie & David Doucet Karmen & Chris Miller Michelle & Sid Reynaud Ramona & William Stamps Shaune Stauffer Jenny & Brian Usner Mary & Matthew Wong

Thank you for your support of the “There’s No Place Like Home” Gala 2017!

Please patronize our sponsors, advertisers, and donors. They graciously help to sustain our school’s programs and for that we are sincerely grateful.

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DONORS Thank you for your generous support of the “There’s No Place Like Home” Gala 2017!

Therese Abib ACE Hardware Adventure Kids Playcare Woodlands Melba Aguilar Alan Murphy Salon Alley Theatre Darryl Bayer Abby Beatty Michael Bell Bernhardt Winery Heather Birsinger Black Walnut Café Heidi Massey-Bong Emily Booth Patricia Broussard The Burke Family California Pizza Kitchen Colette & Kelley Carson Nestor Cayanan Children's Museum of Houston CORE Fitness (John Griffin) Mark Coscio Mary Cunningham Liz Curtin Dance With Me Studio The Woodlands D.W.'s Tool Co., Inc. Ann-Marie Dalton Andrea & Rodrigo DeAguirre Alessandra DeAzevedo Sharon & Jim Demczak Emily Domingo Donoho’s Jewellers Linda Dueitt Edible Arrangements Elaine Turner - Market Street Ella Heath Photography Donna Ellison Suzanne Ettman Arlene Failde Tammy Fishman Flair Salon & Spa Anna & Tom Flynn Laura Foy Jill & Matt Frazier Fred Astaire Dance Studios Frost Bakery (Gloria Ocejo) GEOMAR Suki & Eric Gibson Barbara Glanville

Kari Golden Golf Trails of The Woodlands (Daniel Telles) Kathy Graff Jill Gregory Gringo's Yvonne Haislar Lissette Hazos HD Interiors, LLC (Stephanye Denison) Jamie & John Held Aurora & Jeff Hibbeler Houston Dynamo Houston Golf Association Houston Zoo Hughes & Cozad Orthodontics Instacart Kathleen Johnson Angela Johnson Kendra Scott Kevin James McCrea Photography Becki Kinch Travis Knight Ashley & Bryan Knopp Heather Koett Mary Beth Larkin Learning Express Toys of The Woodlands Susan Leddy The Lee Family Amy Leslie Local Pour Lolli & Pops Kirstin Lorenzetti Monique Loyo Lexie Lyons Mainstream Boutique Meghann Martin Mathnasium Matilda Jane (Tori Webb) Cristofer Mattern Clay McCollor Messina Hof Catherine & Mark Miller Karmen & Chris Miller Kate Mims Courtnie & Kevin Mims Mindy Harmon Photography MOD Pizza Leigh & Craig Moorman Rebecca Morris Christine & Ken Motsenbocker

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DONORS Sandra & Matthew Novak Renee & Chip Nunez Janay & Tommy O'Connor Lisa & Nate Olsen Omni Hotels & Resorts - Dallas Prudence Osman Tatiana & Miguel Otero Kristi Parks Leslie Pavlock Perry's Steakhouse & Grill Nicole Petillo Pinot's Palette Joyce & Marco Poisler Meghan Preuss Pure Barre The Woodlands Dale Quickel The Rabalais Family Fr. Tom Rafferty Red Phoenix Hunan Restaurant Michelle Reynaud Mona Rodriguez Cathy Russell Russo’s New York Pizzeria Jennifer Salinas Salt Remedy Kendall Shamas Abby Smith Susan Smith Juliana & Brandy Snipp Shaune Stauffer St. Anne’s Society Stella & Dot (Courtney Barta) Stoner's Pizza Joint Kelly Sturgeon Sugar Land Skeeters Baseball Swing Zone Golf Tailgators Pub & Grill

Terramont Orthodontics The Astros Foundation The Axelrad Clinic The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion The Lock - Houston The Magic of David (David Hinkin) The Oilerie The Refuge Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar The Rustic Mile The Woodlands Children's Museum The Woodlands Dance Center Loretta Thompson Tiff's Treats Trader Joe's Katie & Dave Tressel Tumbleweeds & Notions Urban Rocks (Kym Jackson) Jenny Usner Mindy Vacek Vedas Medical Spa (Chaitali Nangrani, MD) VillaSport vomFASS Walking Tots Erin Weixel Barton West Ashley & Todd Wilkens Vanessa Wilson Ashlie & Harry Winslow Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry Cathy Wogan Olga Wunch The Wyms Family Yoga Pod (Melony Bergeron) Young Artist Art Studio The Woodlands Italics = STAOPCS Staff

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PASTOR Reverend Thomas F. Rafferty ADMINISTRATION Reneé B. Nunez, Principal Susan Leddy, Assistant Principal Kendall Shamas, Assistant Principal

2017 GALA COMMITTEE Emily Booth Colette Carson Mary Cunningham Emily Domingo Heather Koett Leigh Moorman, Chair Janay O’Connor Leslie Pavlock Cathy Russell Katie Tressel, Chair Thank you to our 2017 Gala Committee for their dedication to the success of the “There’s No Place Like Home” Gala!

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ROOM PARENTS Pre-K 3: Allison Liggon Amy Cordova Anel Pond Pre-K 4: Patricia Stevens Jamie Held DeeDee Wyms Jamie Alvey Kindergarten: Brandi Dykes Amy Janiszewski Stephanie Davenport Mimalexandra O’Connor

First Grade: Adriana White Andrea De Aguirre Cresta Castillo Meghann Martin

Second Grade: Catherine Miller Christeal Selles Susan Smith Jessica Greenleaf Third Grade: Autumn Buchler Maria Johnston Mary Ross Michelle Parsons Fourth Grade: Tessie Doucet Lissette Hazos Abby Beatty Juliana Snipp Fifth Grade: Mary Wong Alessandra Azevedo Sio Pitre Lan Brady

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Sixth Grade: Jennifer Rivers Hilda Lease Carolyn Dufrene Seventh Grade: Jennifer Amador Tito Bernardo Stephanye Denison Penny Newcomb Eighth Grade: Kerry McClure Amy Janiszewski Michelle Marchbanks Kristine Rizzo

CLASS PROJECTS (BIG BOARD) Thank you to all of our Room Parents for working together to create some great Class Projects for 2017-2018! Class Projects are available for bidding on the Big Board until 7:30 p.m.!

PRE-K3 CLASS PROJECT: Many Hands, Many Blessings Rosary

The little hands of Pre-K3 AM and PM classes were busy at work painting the beads used to create this over-sized rosary.

Custom framed and ready for display in your home, this is sure to bring many blessing for years to come. To document their journey a photo book is also included to show these little hands at work.

PRE-K4 CLASS PROJECT: Get Your Hands On A Good Book

Children’s Bookshelf and Children’s Library of beloved books sure to entertain young readers and the young at heart.

KINDERGARTEN CLASS PROJECT: Silhouette Quilt

The quilt tradition continues to memorialize the kindergarten class at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School. This year, we wanted to think outside the usual crafts and do something unique with our children. What is more unique than each individual's silhouette? This project was a labor of love. Each child's uniqueness and beauty shows through onto the fabric.

Every hair and sweet little nose tell a story about a beautiful child of God.

1ST GRADE CLASS PROJECT: Colors of Childhood

The 1st Graders turned a window into a beautiful piece of art by hand painting the mosaic shapes to look like colorful stained glass. "You are here to be light, bringing out God's colors in the world" Matthew 5:14

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CLASS PROJECTS (BIG BOARD) 2ND GRADE CLASS PROJECT: Crawfish Table

Perfect for backyard seafood and crawfish boils, this table provides a casual serving space when entertaining. It is made to sit on a trash can, which also will be part of the table. It has two paper towel holders and 4 cup holders, and 2nd graders customdesigned the adorable crawfish decorations.

3RD GRADE CLASS PROJECT: Photo Book

Our 3rd Grade class has had a fabulous year, as documented in our 3rd Grade Photo Book. This book will chronicle the various fun and educational activities that our children have participated in throughout the year, including Saints Day, Science Day, and the Field Trip. It also includes pictures from their daily activities that we don't always get to see such as lunch, playground, and auxiliaries.

We have captured many special moments from Lemonade, as well as Go Texan Day, STREAM, and more. All of these precious memories can be yours in your very own photo book!

4TH GRADE CLASS PROJECT: Garden of Eden

Enhance your garden and keep your potting and gardening supplies organized with this beautiful solid wood potting bench. This outdoor garden potting table comes in a natural finish. Shelves provide plenty of space to store potting soil, pots, hand tools, watering cans and more. You’ll have no problem keeping a clear and clean planting station with this outdoor garden bench. This bench is practical and stylish enough to transition to an entertainment station and can be used to hold snacks and beverages while entertaining!

5TH GRADE CLASS PROJECT: Decorative Wall Art

This 25X33 inch wooden wall art has the spiritual quote, “May this home be firmly built upon faith held humbly together by hope and ever lit by the light of God’s love”. The center is a cross with decorative stones with handwritten thoughts from each 5th grader.

These handwritten words illuminate all the things that our children are thankful that God has provided for them. This would make a wonderful addition to any home as a reminder of the many blessings in our lives.

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CLASS PROJECTS (BIG BOARD) 6TH GRADE CLASS PROJECT: J.O.Y. in the Kitchen          

J.O.Y. of Cooking- custom recipe book featuring a collection of recipes submitted by 6th graders Catskill brand 13x17 end grain footed cutting board Catskill brand 16x20 pastry board Betty Crocker, 6 kitchen utensils Pampered Chef microphone adjustable grater Casa Essentials 2qt stainless steel double boiler "Bless this Kitchen" wood plaque Williams-Sonoma filled pancake pan with wooden turners Ebelskivers cookbook $50 HEB gift card

7TH GRADE CLASS PROJECT: Stars and Stripes

There's no place like your own home to have fun with this hand painted corn hole set and smoker basket. The stars on the Stars and Stripes corn hole set were created using the 7th graders hands. The smoker comes complete with all the coal and chips and other accessories needed for an evening of backyard fun!

8TH GRADE CLASS PROJECT: Rediscover Galveston

Rediscover Galveston for 5 days in this brand new Southhampton style beach front home in Jamaica Beach.

Donated by Cristen and Karl Hansen and built by their K & C Classic Homes, this 3700 s.f. beauty boasts 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, including 2 Kings Suites; 1 Queen Retreat and a large bunk room – enough to sleep 14! Two sunning decks and a large back covered porch complete this luxury package. And for getting around in this intimate new gated community – your very own personal golf cart! The highest bidder of this package not only gets to plan and incredible vacation away but will also receive $500 in Visa Gift Cards to enjoy all Galveston has to offer!

What are you waiting for? . . . There may be no place like home – except for this!

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HEADS OR TAILS

This Limited Edition Yeti Tundra 45 is stocked with the cocktail supplies for the ultimate party! $25 per person

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HOW DO I PLAY? Heads or Tails will be played at the beginning of the live auction.

Everyone stands.

Auctioneer asks participants to choose whether they wish to be “heads” (place hands on their head) or “tails” (place hand on rear end).

The auctioneer tosses the coin, and the result announced (“Heads” or “Tails”).

"Winners" remain standing. All those who did not "win" sit down.

Game continues until we have one “WINNER!”

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LIVE AUCTION

LANCE BROWN LIVE PAINTING Lance Brown is well known as a Christian speaker and speed painter who spreads the Gospel through his passion for painting. He focuses on overcoming weakness and finding purpose through Christ.

Lance will create a one-of-a-kind painting at the Gala to be submitted for bidding in the live auction. Take home this magnificent work of art as a reminder of the message of hope and grace.

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LIVE AUCTION

PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY Here's your chance to swivel in the big chair and act as Principal for a Day. For one awesome day your child can be “Boss of the School” as Principal for the Day. Their day will include a working lunch with Mrs. Nunez, her administrative staff, your child and the chosen “staff” of two. Other privileges include writing a proclamation for their class or the entire school.

All "staff members" will receive a set of business cards and an official name badge to preserve these memories.

Available to 1 student currently enrolled in 3rd – 8th grade at STAOPCS for the 2017-2018 school year.

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LIVE AUCTION

RESTFUL RETREAT IN ISLA MUJERES, MEXICO Sparkling Caribbean water, swaying palms and white sands are calling you! Escape to paradise in beautiful Isla Mujeres. Leave all your cares behind— just don’t forget to put on your sunscreen! With breathtaking beach views at every turn, spend your days exploring all the island has to offer.

5-day/4-night stay | 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Package includes a $500 VISA Gift Card.

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LIVE AUCTION

TASTE OF THE REFUGE The artisan chefs and experienced bar staff at the Refuge Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar have created a unique beverage list to pair perfectly with their mouthwatering menu items. Each flavor-packed selection is sure to please your taste buds!

Dinner for eight (8) will include four different bourbons accompanied by a four-course meal. Each course will be explained by owner and bourbon expert Luis Padilla.

Graciously donated by: The Refuge 19

LIVE AUCTION

FAMILY FIESTA IN ISLA MUJERES, MEXICO Transport yourself to the tropical paradise of Isla Mujeres, “The Island of Women”. This stunning home is surrounded by the crystal waters and pristine white sand beaches of the Caribbean. Relax while soaking up the island breezes and spectacular views, visit the ancient Mayan ruins, take in the sights of Garrafon National Park, or take a 15-minute ferry ride to exciting and vibrant Cancun.

5-day/4-night stay | 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath Package includes a $500 VISA Gift Card Graciously donated by: Ashley & Todd Wilkens

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LIVE AUCTION

PREMIER PARKING SPOT This auction item is worth its weight in gold!

Are you running late for Mass? Are you delivering food for the priests? Are you ready to volunteer at a school event? Do all this in style!

Your parking spot will be reserved with personalized signage. YES! YOUR NAME! Your personal parking spot and can be used any time of day and any day of the week.

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LIVE AUCTION

HERE COME THE IRISH! This is your chance to share in the unparalleled Notre Dame football experience! The Grotto, the Golden Dome, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, “Touchdown Jesus”, the House that Rock Built—all are a part of the magic of a football weekend at the University of Notre Dame! This dream package awaiting four Irish fans includes four (4) suite-level tickets on the 45-yard line (food and drink included), a priority parking pass, and a $500 VISA gift card.

Game choices are: Sept. 2 vs. Temple Sept. 9 vs. Georgia Nov. 4 vs. Wake Forest Graciously donated by: Jill & Matt Frazier

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LIVE AUCTION

DREAM VILLA - SAN JUAN DEL SUR, NICARAGUA This stunning Pacific Ocean hideaway dream villa in San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua will take your breath away! This luxury home is perched high atop a cliff with sweeping ocean views from every room. You will appreciate the infinity-edge pool with swimup bar after a fun day of fishing, surfing, or hiking through the jungle.

A personal chef is available to prepare the day’s fresh catch. If you prefer to do your own cooking, the fridge can be fully stocked with fresh produce, chicken and fish, as well as any special requests you may have. This is a one-of-a-kind luxury home with amenities to match!

Graciously donated by: Travis Knight

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LIVE AUCTION

EMERALD CITY GLAM Our friends at Donoho’s Jewelers have designed this stunning custom ring especially for our “There’s No Place Like Home” Gala. A dazzling 0.64 carat oval brilliant cut emerald is accented with 0.32 carats round brilliant cut diamonds, all in a timeless platinum setting.

Graciously donated by: Donoho’s Jewellers

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RAISE THE PADDLE FOR TECHNOLOGY UPGRADES!

DNN or Dolphin News Network is one of our primary ways for communicating with classrooms. The equipment used for producing a weekly program is in desperate need of an upgrade.

New equipment purchased through Raise the Paddle will allow us to stream not only weekly DNN broadcasts online, but also provide new opportunities to stream live and prerecorded school events such as Christmas programs, concerts, theatre productions, and other school events for family and friends near and far to enjoy!

As you can imagine, the cost of these improvements add up quickly. That’s where we need your help! Please raise your paddle so that we can provide our students with the best technology tools possible!

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Proudly supporting St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School’s “There’s No Place Like Home” Gala 2017

Jaimie Kocian, DDS

2520 Research Forest Dr. Suite 100 The Woodlands , TX 77381 281.681.2411 | jkdentistry.com

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