Live Auction Friday, May 10
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Support Scholarships
Your generosity at last year’s gala paved the way for almost one million dollars in scholarships and financial aid that impacted the lives of more than 100 students. Scholarships play a significant part in making BT possible for many students and families. Raise your paddle for scholarships and make a difference in the lives of BT students!
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LOVE in Las Vegas
Immerse your senses in the iconic soundscape of The Beatles LOVE by Cirque du Soleil! Enjoy four VIP tickets to the Saturday, October 5, 2019 performance at the Mirage Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, which includes VIP seating and free drinks, early theatre access and time with The Beatles LOVE artists, an exclusive backstage tour, and a commemorative photograph. Package also includes a $1,000 voucher valid for any MGM resort hotel in Las Vegas and a $500 Visa gift card. Made possible by Valerie and Casey Garrigan and Friends of BT
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Commissioned Masterpiece by Cody Wheelock
This is the family heirloom you’ve been missing! Award-winning artist and BT faculty member Cody Wheelock will work with the winning bidder to select an image of your family, home, or even your pets that he will paint on a 24" x 36" stretched linen canvas. You will treasure this piece of work for years to come! Made possible by Bill Beavers
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Dedicate Underwood Circle Drive*
Dedicate the circle off of Underwood Avenue for the 2019-2020 school year and honor your student, family, or favorite team or activity! Include a quote for all to enjoy or give it an inspirational name! Wording is subject to approval by Head of School Dr. Kristi Gibbs and will be in place from July 1, 2019 to June 31, 2020. Made possible by Brownell Talbot School
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Dedicate Happy Hollow Circle Drive*
Dedicate the circle off of Happy Hollow Blvd. for the 2019-2020 school year and honor your student, family, or favorite team or activity! Include a quote for all to enjoy or give it an inspirational name! Wording is subject to approval by Head of School Dr. Kristi Gibbs and will be in place from July 1, 2019 to June 31, 2020. Made possible by Brownell Talbot School
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Jackson Hole Retreat
Restore your soul at this luxurious six-star retreat in Wyoming! Explore the backcountry of the Old West - on foot or horseback, by hot air balloon, skiing, or along the spectacular Snake River. This package includes private airfare for two to Jackson Hole, a two-night stay at the incredible Amangani resort at the foot of the Teton Mountains, and access to three on-site dining venues, fitness center, spa, and heated outdoor infinity pool. Dates to be mutually agreed upon between June and December 2019. Blackout dates: Presidents Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Christmas and New Year’s holidays, July, and August. Made possible by Amangani Resort and Eat Fit Go Healthy Foods
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Support Girls and Boys Athletics
Brownell Talbot athletics teaches our students the importance of teamwork, persistence, and respect. Raise your paddle to support: Basketball Cheerleading Cross Country Football
Golf Soccer Swimming Powerlifting
Tennis Track & Field Volleyball
Thank you for ensuring girls and boys athletics remain a treasured part of the BT experience. GO RAIDERS!
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A Night with Shawn Mendes
Spend an evening with singer and songwriter Shawn Mendes on his “Illuminate” world tour! This package includes three VIP tickets to his June 22, 2019 show in Des Moines, limo service, a private pre-show hospitality suite including food and beverages, and two hotel rooms at Hyatt Place in downtown Des Moines for the night of the show. Made possible by Friends of BT
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Dinner with the Head of School
Join Head of School Dr. Kristi Gibbs for a delicious and memorable dining experience! Enjoy the season’s best offerings, presented in a four-course tasting menu with wine pairings prepared by Chef Clayton Chapman of The Grey Plume in the comfort of your home. Date to be mutually agreed upon. Made possible by Bill Beavers
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Take a Dive in Honduras
Experience a unique dive vacation like you never have before! Stay on the Villa on Dunbar Rock, a dream vacation resort perched on a rock with 360° views of Sandy Bay, Guanaja, and surrounding cays. Dive in the second largest barrier reef in the world and take in over 300 identified fish species. This incredible package includes roundtrip airfare for two, hopper flights and transfers, seven nights of accommodations, 18 boat dives, unlimited shore dives, and all meals and drinks. Trip dates: September 7-14, 2019. Made possible by DiVentures Scuba and Swim Center
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Build-Your-Own Guitar
Learn from a skilled craftsman and build your own custom acoustic guitar! The winning bidder will make their guitar with the guidance of Micah Bruce, professional luthier. Learn fundamental workshop skills and advanced techniques over an eight-week period. No drawing skills or shop experience required. Bring home your guitar to enjoy for years to come! Dates to be mutually agreed upon. Made possible by Bruce & Sons and Ka’ai & Robert Li
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Support the Fine Arts
Brownell Talbot School has made a strong commitment to the fine arts through the curriculum at every grade. Instrumental Music Vocal Music Fall Musical Spring Play Visual Arts Raise your paddle to support a number of different programs that give our students opportunities to shine!
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Judith Anthony Johnston Artwork
Imagine this stunning piece of original art hanging in your home! Created by abstract figurative artist Judith Anthony Johnston, Beneath the Surface is made of Japanese inks, gold leaf, oils, wax, and resin on a 30" x 30" birchwood panel. Made possible by Judith Anthony Johnston and Johnston Portrait Studio
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“Turn Back Time” with Cher
See the iconic Cher on her “Here We Go Again” tour with four VIP tickets to her May 14, 2019 show in Omaha! These amazing center floor seats get you up close and personal with the “Goddess of Pop” and include priority check-in and entrance, access to a pre-show reception with food and beverages, and crowd-free merchandise shopping. Made possible by Friends of BT
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Harry Potter on Broadway
This hit show took London by storm, and now The Boy Who Lived has apparated to NYC! This magical package includes four orchestra-level tickets to the Tony Award-winning Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (both Parts I and II) for Saturday, August 3, 2019, at the Lyric Theatre in New York City. Tickets are valid for Part I at 2:00 pm and Part II at 7:30 pm on August 3. Package includes two rooms at the ultra-trendy Dream Hotel in midtown Manhattan for three nights. Made possible by Belinda Beavers, ’87, and Shelby Bell and Leslie Hospitality
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A Year In the Life of Your Student
Make time stand still and preserve the memories of your child’s school year with this keepsake hardcover photo book. BT faculty and staff will document your student’s school year with photos taken at events like the first day of school, during their favorite class, athletic matches, field trips, and other school-related activities. This is great for a student of any age, but parents of current juniors, seventh or fourth graders, and junior kindergarten students will find this a special way to remember a milestone year. Valid for one child only during the 2019-2020 school year. Made possible by Brownell Talbot School
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Diamond Bracelet from Mark Edward Private Jeweller
Sophisticated, beautiful, and truly unique. If you feel this description fits you, then you’re going to love this stunning 14-karat white gold diamond bracelet with approximately 10 carats total weight. Add some sparkle to your collection with this one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry! Made possible by Mark Edward Private Jeweller and Friends of BT
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Support Faculty and Staff Enrichment
A lifetime of teaching demands a lifetime of learning: continually building skills and knowledge, cultivating best practices, and mastering the potential of new technology. At Brownell Talbot, we invest in our faculty and staff and their professional enrichment by providing them with essential opportunities for growth and development. Raise your paddle to support faculty and staff enrichment and provide our teachers with cutting-edge resources to develop skills and strengthen their expertise.
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Dismal River Club Golf Escape
Experience the region’s best golf courses on an escape to the picturesque Sandhills of Nebraska! This package is a golf lover’s dream and includes roundtrip airfare for four on Dismal River Club’s private plane, two days of unlimited golf with carts for four, gourmet dinner and drinks at Dismal’s clubhouse, and one-night accommodations in two luxurious king suite cabins. Dates to be mutually agreed upon between May and October 2019. Valid Sunday-Wednesday. Made possible by Dismal River Club and Eat Fit Go Healthy Foods
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“Dream Crazy Big” with JoJo
See JoJo Siwa on her Nickelodeon D.R.E.A.M. tour with four VIP floor tickets to her Thursday, August 8, 2019 show near Denver! This amazing package includes limited edition tour posters and glam bags and two hotel rooms for two nights at the Westin in nearby Westminster, Colorado! Made possible by Friends of BT
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New York Fashion Week
Travel to NYC and get an up close and personal look at the Spring 2020 collection! This package is a fashion lover’s dream with two tickets to a variety of New York Fashion Week shows including Badgley Mischka, Christian Siriano, Jason Wu, La Petite Robe, Lela Rose, Naeem Khan, Pamela Roland, Zac Posen, Hugo Boss, and Hellessy! Get a behind the “seams” tour of several showrooms, meet actual designers and their fashion teams, and take a VIP tour of the Hearst Corporation, home to Vogue, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, and Elle magazines. Package includes two roundtrip tickets on Delta airlines. Show choices depend on winning bidder’s travel preferences during fashion week, September 5-13, 2019. Made possible by Friends of BT and Travel & Transport
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Support Activities
Brownell Talbot School is a small community with big opportunities and experiences for every student. Raise your paddle and sponsor BTÂ students and their favorite activities. Robotics Yakking Raiders speech team Quiz Bowl Math Counts Chess Academic Decathlon and more!
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VIP Graduation
Celebrate the class of 2019 without the worry of parking, seating, or capturing the perfect photo! One winning bidder will have 10 reserved seats and three reserved parking spots for Honors Day, Baccalaureate, and Graduation! Enjoy a reception with Dr. Gibbs and professional photography with your family and guests before graduation begins. You will also receive a disc of professional photos taken at Honors Day, Baccalaureate, and Graduation. Made possible by Brownell Talbot School and Casie Schlueter Photography
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Tropical Island Getaway
Enjoy an unforgettable six-night getaway to a private island in southern Belize! Little Harvest Caye offers an experience like no other with five private suites for up to 10 guests that take advantage of the spectacular sea and mountain views of the Placencia Peninsula. Explore Belize with incredible excursions such as boating, saltwater fishing, diving, and snorkeling. Package includes concierge service, daily maid service, 24-hour caretaker, private chef, private boat with driver to take you to and from mainland, airport transfer from the Placencia airstrip, and trip cancellation and accidental damage protection. Whether you want to explore Belize to the fullest or relax by the pool, Little Harvest Caye has all the elements to become your dream vacation! Food and beverages are not included. Winning bidder will coordinate menu with chef in advance of trip. Trip dates: September 16-22, 2019. Made possible by Eat Fit Go Healthy Foods
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Golden Retriever Puppy
Say hello to your new best friend! This adorable, 12-week-old male Golden Retriever puppy will be an amazing addition to your family. Golden Retrievers make wonderful family pets and are incredibly loyal and friendly. This adorable guy is AKC-registered, micro-chipped, and current on all vaccinations. Package includes a $1,000 donation to the Nebraska Humane Society in the winning bidder’s name! Made possible by the George family
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Raise Your Paddle
Before the evening is over, there is one last chance for you to make a difference in the lives of Brownell Talbot students. Your generosity and support of BT students, faculty, and staff means endless possibilities on campus. Every paddle raised helps the school continue to build on the tradition of excellence in academics, athletics, activities, and the fine arts. So go ahead, raise your paddle and show that we are ALL IN FOR BT!
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Bid on these Live Auction items on Friday, May 10 during the Gala Live Auction! Can't make it to gala?
Contact Shannon Gilroy at shannon.gilroy@brownell.edu to arrange for proxy bidding or proxy paddle raising.