2021 STA Auction - Across the Pond

ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL

PASSPORT

The Great London Auction

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greetings Since we can’t jump across the pond, we want to bring a bit of London to you! The history, the same words with different meanings, the charm, the pints – all the best from our second favourite city in the world. Dallas is our first favourite, of course! On Auction night, if you gather with your friend bubble in Spice Girl Costumes or spend the evening with your spouse in lounge clothes on the sofa, know we are all joining in to support St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School and our children’s Catholic education. Well done!

2021 Auction Chairs: Ann Hurley and Jody McDaniel

Key Dates for Your Diary March 12 - Hamper Sales Open Online March 26 - Silent Auction Donations Deadline March 30 - Last Day for Hamper Sales Thursday, April 1 - 1st Auction T-Shirt Day Friday, April 9 - 2nd Auction T-Shirt Day Saturday, April 10 - Art Walk Monday, April 12 - Silent Auction Opens Thursday, April 15 - Across the Pond Golf Tournament* Friday, April 16 - 3rd Auction T-Shirt Day

Friday, April 16 - Across the Pond Tennis Tournament*

Auction Night Live Event 17 April, 2021

* In-person events will be outdoors and compliant with current CDC regulations.

How to Start to Auction Across the Pond We are ready to head “Across the Pond”. Follow the steps below for a smooth start to the event of the year. Across the Pond is a virtual live auction event. Gather in a pair or small group bubble to participate in the live stream programme. Vestals Catering Co. will deliver all food and beverage hampers – including party favour surprises.

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Decide how you want to do Auction – as a couple or small gathering of your best mates. If you choose to gather, we suggest outdoors and socially distanced.

RSVP to Auction – since our event is virtual, everyone is invited! We would love to know you are joining us.

Order your Auction Hampers by Tuesday, March 30. A Hamper is the UK English word for box or basket. See page 5-6 for menu details.

Buy your Across the Pond t-shirts and yard signs.

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Sell those Raffle tickets for some awesome prizes!

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Register as a single or foursome to hit the links at the Across The Pond Golf Tournament on April 15.

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Register for our version of Wimbledon at the Ladies’ Across The Pond Tennis Tournament on April 16.

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The Hamper Menu Order your Auction Hamper and add-ons by Tuesday, March 30.

A Hamper is the UK English word for box or basket. Fulfillment and no contact home delivery by Vestals Catering Co.

The Full English Dinner Hamper - $250 HAMPERS (ALL SERVE 2)

Appetizer Platter: Ploughman’s Plate Cotswold Cheddar, Blue Cheese, Cumberland Sausage, Farm Fresh Ham, Sourdough Bread, English Pickles, and Salted Butter Premier DInner

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British Spring Salad

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Classic Beef Wellington, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Braised Peas and Carrots with Mint Butter, Popovers with Salted Butter

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Strawberry Mille-Feuille Bottle of wine Flower arrangement and party favour hamper* NOTE: Vegetarian option available by request. Please contact Ann Hurley.

The Starter Hamper - $125 Appetizer Platter: Ploughman’s Plate Cotswold Cheddar, Blue Cheese, Cumberland Sausage, Farm Fresh Ham, Sourdough Bread, English Pickles, and Salted Butter Bottle of wine Flower arrangement and party favour hamper* Continues on Page 6

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The Hamper Menu (continued)

The Party Favour Hamper* - $75 Party favour tote full of surprises for a jolly good night

Add-On Options (All Serve 2): Shoreditch House Gin & Tonic Hamper - $35 Pre-batched cocktails with Fever Tree Tonic Ye Ole Cheshire Cheese Pints Hamper - $35 Growler of English Beer Claridge’s Champers Hamper - $35 Bottle of Cava Sparking Wine NOTE: Must purchase a Hamper to order an Add-on Option

Hamper Sales Close on March 30th

*Party Favour hampers available while supplies last, so order early!

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Charitable Gift Aid Make Auction successful by donating any of the following:

• Airline miles (Southwest and American)

• Hotel points (Bonvoy)

• Gift certificates $50 or greater value

Silent Auction Sneak Peek Get ready to Bid Bid Bid:

Silent Auction Chairs: Lindsey Diaz Brooke McGonigle

• Be My Grace Rosaries • Blue Print • Carolyn Joe Art • Grace Designs by Jennifer DeLuca • Central Market gift cards • Criquet Shirts • Oak Highlands Brewery • Pie Tap Pizza Workshop + Bar • Taco Lingo • Gift cards • Jewelry • Clothing • Art

For more information on donations, go to www.staschool.org/auction.

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Live Auction This year, our Live Auction offerings are refined.

Royal-style staycations, drivable vacations, and unique experiences are what we fancy. Plan ahead with friends to prepare for a live frenzy that is sure to get even Oprah’s attention.

Live Auction Chairs: Courtney Black Tina Kimbell

Michelle DeVore

We’re pleased to announce the following smashing packages: Sonoma Valley Estate Experience, 3 nights/4 days in a luxurious California countryside home, chauffeured wine tastings, top notch dining, and more.

All Hail the Queens, a lavish summer weekend experience for 10 of Dallas’ finest ladies. Royal treatment includes: pool, spa treatments and accommodations at the Adolphus, a private shopping experience at BuddyLove, concierge drives for the night, and an elegant dinner for 10 at Toulouse.

Texas Wine Country Cottage Escape, 3 nights of historic upscale lodging, wine tastings, spa and fine dining. Perfect for 2-3 families or 3-4 couples.

Fish & Trip, 2 -day Fishing Excursion for 6, complete with airfare, accommodations, Patagonia gear, and a bonus 3rd night in New Orleans.

Broken Bow Cabin (BBC), Oklahoma Holiday, featuring 4 nights of exquisite lakeside accommodations for 12, food fit for royalty, and a brewery experience.

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Underwriting Opportunities We are so appreciative of our supporters, and we are excited to offer incredible opportunities to donate and sponsor this year: Underwriting Chairs: Crystal Joschko Ranae Reynolds Lawren Bertinetti m Big Ben - Distinguished Sponsor - (limited to 1)............................................................................. $10,000 m Tower of London SOLD- Raffle Sponsor .............................................................................................................. $5,000 m Wentworth - Distinguished Golf Sponsor - (limited to 1).................................................. $3,000 m Sotheby’s Auction House - Live Auction Sponsor - (1 remaining)......................... $2,500 m The BBC - Program SOLD Preview Sponsor - (limited to 1)............................................................. $1,750 m Piccadilly Circus - Party Favour Hamper Sponsor - (limited to 2)...................... $1,750 m BuckinghamSO Palace LD - Dinner Hamper Sponsor - (limited to 2)................................ $1,500 m London Pride Drink Hamper Sponsor - (limited to 2)..................................................... $1,000 SO–LD m Notting Hill – Starter Hamper Sponsor - (1 remaining)..................................................... $1,000 m Jolly Good Fellow - Gratitude Sponsor ................................................................................................ $500 m Wimbledon - Tennis Swag Sponsor............................................................................................................ $500 m Double Decker - Golf Hole Sponsor - (limited to 17)................................................................. $250 m Queen’s Court – Tennis Court Sponsor - (limited to 8) ...................................................... $250 m Other Donations Welcome St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School is a 501(c)(3)tax exempt organization.

For more information on underwriting, go to www.staschool.org/auction.

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Raffle Tickets 3 Grand Prizes of $1000 Visa Gift Cards Purchase raffle tickets for yourself or sell them to family, friends, and neighbours. The drawing will take place at the Across the Pond Auction on April 17, 2021. You need NOT be present to win. For every ticket a student sells, they will be entered into weekly drawings for fabulous prizes.

Incentive Prizes Raffle prize pull dates: April 1, 9, and 16

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Top Selling Upper and Lower School Class Each Week: • Week 1 - Donut party • Week 2 - Snowbaby party • Week 3 - Pizza lunch LOWER SCHOOL 1. Overall Top 3 Students – choice preference

in order of sales total • Amazon Kids Fire HD Kindle Edition • LED Light Package • STA Spirit Store swag bag valued at up to $50 2. Top Student Each Week • Use of Principal Roberts’ chair for a day • STA headphones 3. Top Teacher Each Week • Exciting treats announced weekly

Tickets are $10 each

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4. Student Participation Weekly Award • Candy bouquet

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2. Top Student Each Week • PE teacher for the week - pick the PE activity for your class 3. Top Teacher Each Week • Exciting treats announced weekly

RAFFLE

1. Overall Top 3 Students – choice preference in order of sales total • Apple Airpod Pros • LED Light Package • STA Spirit Store swag bag valued at up to $50

4. Student Participation Weekly Award • Candy bouquet

For more information on Raffle, go to www.staschool.org/auction.

Faces of STA

Purchase a gorgeous professional photograph of your child(ren) to be displayed at the school for the entire 2021–2022 school year, then it’s yours to cherish forever.

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Order Your T-Shirts Look smart in your 2021 Across the Pond Auction t-shirt!

Pre-order your auction t-shirt today, and then mark your calendar for three Auction T-shirt Days in April. Shirts will be delivered the week of March 22nd. Please order

by Thursday, March 25th to ensure delivery for the first t-shirt day.

Questions regarding t-shirts, please contact: Kasey Colvin at kasey_colvin@yahoo.com or 214-789-4482

T-Shirt Days: Thursday, April 1 Friday, April 9 Friday, April 16

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Guard Your Yard The Auction 2021 Queen’s Guard is ready for duty to guard your yard and castle! These life size guards are also available to be called up to protect a friend’s or neighbor’s royal residence.

Order now while they last!

Order online and specify the delivery address.

Deliveries will begin the week of March 29th.

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Questions regarding yard signs, please contact: Erin White at erin.chris@sbcglobal.net or 214-882-5368.

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STA Auction Golf Tournament

Join us for a round at the Across the Pond Golf Tournament. Funds raised will support Booster Club Scholarships and STAPA. Date/Time: Thursday, April 15 for a shotgun start at 1:00 PM Location: Tenison Park Golf Course in Dallas, TX. Golf Tournament Entry Fee: Individual: $150 Includes cart, green fees, box lunch and 2 drink tickets.

Foursome: $500 Includes cart, green fees, box lunch and 2 drink tickets per player.

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Wimbledon Ladies Tennis Tournament

Join us for an evening on the courts for Tennis 105 followed by cocktails and dinner outside.

Date/Time: April 16 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Lakewood Country Club Tennis Tournament Entry Fee: $150 Entry Fee **Spots Are Limited**

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thankyou

to our Underwriters

For more information about Auction, go to www.staschool.org/auction.