Bowen's Gala & Auction 2014
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Bowen’s Gala & Auction
for the Playground
Lucky 8
11/8/14
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The Bowen Community Playground
Bowen Elementary School has one of the largest student bodies of any primary school in
Newton. Due to damage from recent construction projects to accommodate growing
enrollment, our main field had become muddy, icy and dusty. Then the main climbing
structure had to be torn down because it was deteriorating. In Newton, PTOs are responsible
for creating safe and accessible playgrounds and for paying for them. Previous PTOs
installed the swings and climbing structures and they fixed the field’s drainage. They began
the work that we need to finish.
We surveyed parents and teachers and, working with the City of Newton, we have come up
with a plan to transform our playground. We want to create a space that:
1) encourages collaborative and imaginative play
2) provides opportunities for K-5 children to be physically challenged
3) is accessible and inclusive
In partnership with the city, we have created a new grass field for general play and soccer,
we have installed one new full basketball court and a half court and we have installed a
double disc swing. These additions completed in 2014 will alleviate the traffic on the field
and will help the grass thrive.
The next step is installing a new play structure to replace the old tower. Fundraising has
already begun to enable us to reach our goal of $100,000. We need your help to achieve
this goal!
bowenplayground.com
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♠ ♥ Timeline ♦ ♣
Dear Guests:
Welcome and thank you for attending the Lucky 8 Casino Gala and Auction! The following
pages outline some of the activities going on tonight. Below is a timeline for the evening.
We wish you good fortune and good luck!
7:30-9:30 Hors d ’oeuvres – Enjoy hot passed appetizers and station near the bar
7:30-10:30 Silent Auction
7:30-11:30 Lucky 8 Grab Bags, Wine Pull and Giving Tree Open
7:30-11:30 Cash Bar – Ask for the specialty cocktail menu!
7:30-11:30 DJ, Henry Santoro of RadioBDC
8:00-9:30 Casino Open
9:30-10:15 Live Auction hosted by Fred Toucher of 98.5, The Sports Hub
See the display next to the DJ before the action starts!
10:00-11:00 Casino Open
10:30-11:30 Dessert and Coffee
10:30 Silent Auction Closing
11:15 Casino High Roller and Raffle Winners Announced
♠ ♥ Bidding Numbers ♦ ♣ Your bidder number is on the back of this program. Use your bidder number to place bids in
the silent and live auctions, purchase chips in the casino, play the Lucky 8 Grab Bag and
Wine Pull games, and to donate at the Giving Tree. We will use your bidder number to track
your purchases and charge you one time at the end of the evening.
Before you leave, please stop by the check-out counter to sign for your purchases and pick
up anything you have won tonight. We will accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express,
in addition to personal checks. Save time at the end of the night by swiping your credit card
at check-in; we’ll process your charge the next day so you can skip the payment line on
your way out.
Please note, the bar is a cash bar run by the American Legion 440 and the tab may not be
combined with your bidding number credit.
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♠ ♥ Thank You ♦ ♣
Please take a moment to thank the members of The Lucky 8 Committee. Many of these
volunteers went “above and beyond”, completing much of the auction procurement and
event planning over the summer. Their 100% commitment to this project is why you are able
to be here tonight.
The playground committee continued their work over the summer and has successfully taken
the project from the design stage through Phase I completion. The presence of new disc
swings, basketball courts and a grassy lower field are a direct outcome of their efforts.
The members of the Lucky 8 and Playground committees include:
Rachal Aronson
Dorene Blythe
Daniela Bradley
Jess Brooks
Lisa Butts
Megan Cohen
Erik Dubovik
Shara Ertel
John Fox
Elisa Friedman
Diane Gomez
Paul Gomez
Amy Hennessy
Janie Ho
Kessely (& Gabe) Hong
Marcy Krasnow
Radhika Matthews
Susan Munter
Lisa Sachs
Jed Shugerman
Stephanie Toettcher
Kirsten von Hassel
Sonja Weldon
Greg Wellenius
Annmarie Yorke
Li Zhu
The Bowen PTO extends a sincere thank you to all the committee members’ families who
have endured the many meetings, phone calls and late nights by the members, all of which
take up family time. Your patience is extremely appreciated!
We are grateful for all of the volunteers who are helping out at the event this evening. Thank
you for pitching in when it counts; the event would not be possible without you!
Fred Toucher of 98.5, The Sports Hub is the MC this evening! He is a radio celebrity but, first, he
is “just” a Bowen dad. He volunteered for this role as Lucky 8 auctioneer because he cares
about his kids’ primary school experience just as we all do. Please thank him for taking on this
important role this evening.
We all extend a special thank you to Ms. Amber Wenger, art specialist at Bowen Elementary
school. Ms. Wenger put in many hours of her own time to support Bowen students in creating
the “Helping Hearts” project, available to bidders in the live auction this evening. Thank you,
Ms. Wenger, for putting nothing less than your whole heart into this project!
We hope everyone has a wonderful evening!
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♠ ♥ Live Auction ♦ ♣Live auction items are on display near the DJ stage. The live auction will begin at 9:30 pm. As
with the silent auctions, we will use bidder numbers for the live auction, so please make sure
the auctioneer hears or sees your bidder number if you have the winning bid.
After the conclusion of the live auction, winning bidder numbers will be posted by the check-
out tables. If you’ve won something, make sure to collect your winnings before you leave.
♠ ♥ Silent Auction ♦ ♣Each silent auction item has a corresponding bidding sheet. When writing your bids, please
include only your bidder number (no names, please!) and the amount you are bidding.
Each bidding sheet will show the bid increment for that item. Please bid in the correct
increments. For example, if the current bid listed on an item's bidding sheet is $50, and the
bid increment assigned for that item is $10, please place your bid at $60, $70, $80 or higher,
but always in increments of $10. Bidding on this item at $61 or $65, for example, would be
incorrect.
The silent auction will close at 10:30 pm, so don’t leave your bidding until the last minute!
Shortly after the conclusion of the silent auction, the winning bidder numbers will be posted
near the check-out tables. If you’ve won something, make sure to collect your winnings
before you leave.
♠ ♥ Lucky 8 Grab Bag ♦ ♣
Feeling Lucky? For only $8, you could win a $50 gift card to 51 Lincoln, certificates to area
businesses, a scratch ticket or, well, something else!
♠ ♥ Wine Pull ♦ ♣Pick a cork for $20 and the corresponding bottle is yours! The wine pull features wines
donated from local businesses and Bowen parents.
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♠ ♥ Casino♦ ♣
Roulette, Craps, Black Jack, Texas Hold ‘Em. At check-in, you received a bankroll chip; see
one of our professional dealers to cash it into $1,000 in chips. Not sure how to play? Ask the
dealers for tips or use a Magic 8 Ball to decide your plays! If you run out of chips, you may
purchase more at the registration tables:
Additional $1,000 in chips…………………….…..$20
VIP package: $4,000 chips…...………...………...$50
High Roller package: $10,000 in chips………...$100
When you’re done for the night, ask a dealer to cash you out. You'll earn a raffle ticket for
each $500 you have in chips. Take the raffle tickets you've earned to the prize box and pick
the raffle prize you want to take a chance on. Remember to write your bidder number on
your tickets so we know who won!
Think you won BIG? Stick around to 11:15 when we announce the High Roller for the night!
♠ ♥ Raffle Prizes ♦ ♣
iPad Mini iPad Mini 16MB in black. Win the device your whole family will love.
Donated by: The Hennessey Family
Value:
$300
Del Frisco's Grille Del Frisco's Grille is a modern and fun destination for dining, drinks, socializing
and "being seen on the scene." Try it with this $100 gift card.
Donated by: Del Frisco's Grille
Value:
$100
The Precious Foto Capture the moment with $150 towards a family photo session and you will
receive one 8x10 print and three digital images. Donated by: The Precious Foto
Value:
$150
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Thank you Lucky 8 sponsors and vendors for your commitment to the Bowen community and
the playground revitalization project!
A special thank you to American Legion 440 for working with us to plan this event and to
Henry Santoro of RadioBDC for doing a tremendous job as our DJ!
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♠ ♥ Live Auction Items ♦ ♣
L1-L6
"Helping Hearts" - Original Artwork by Bowen students Bowen's long-time and much-loved art teacher, Amber Wenger, generously
volunteered her time to work with students to create magnificent "Helping Hearts"
collages for each grade. Each collage is made up of many small, individual works
created by the current students in that grade. All Bowen students are represented
here; their distinct personalities shine through in the hearts they made. Arranged
together, the individual hearts weave a vibrant tapestry that reflects our unique Bowen
community.
Donated by: Bowen Students, Amber Wenger
Value:
priceless
L7 Barcelona Apartment for 10 days! Gaudí, La Rambla and the Sea! Location, location, location. Take your next vacation at a 1000 sq. ft., newly-renovated
apartment in one of the oldest plazas in Barcelona. This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, non-
smoking apartment features an open plan and sleeps 8. Located in Gracia, one of the
oldest sections of Barcelona, it offers all the amenities of a perfect European vacation:
wonderful restaurants just steps from your door, with great markets, shopping and
sightseeing within walking distance. Take a 10-minute walk to board the metro and
explore Barcelona's neighborhoods or visit tropical beaches just 30 minutes outside the
city. Winner must travel before June 1, 2015. Dates to be determined between winner
and owner.
Donated by: The Davis Family
Value:
priceless
L8 One week stay in Florence, Italy! La Dolce Vita Picture yourself on vacation in a newly-renovated apartment in scenic Florence, Italy!
This top-floor apartment sits in a historic 14th-century building in the city center, within
walking distance of the Pitti Palace, Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi, and the Duomo. This
spacious apartment features two bedrooms: one with a king-sized bed and the other
with two twin beds. The apartment also boasts a bathroom with separate bathtub and
shower, a living room/dining room with vaulted ceilings, a studio and a kitchen
equipped with everything you might need, including a microwave and a dishwasher.
Additional amenities include heating, AC, TV, washing machine and stereo system.
Available for 4 people. Winner must travel before November 8, 2016. Dates to be
determined between winner and owner.
Donated by: The Weiner/Durazzini Family
Value:
priceless
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L9 Cape Cod (Centerville) Vacation House for One Week Avoid the summer traffic madness; try a spring or fall week on the Cape instead. This
house is located on Long Pond, set in a private peninsula with private beach. This
renovated 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath ranch sleeps 10 and is great for families with kids of
any age. The house features a wrap-around deck, gourmet kitchen, and an open floor
plan that combines living, dining and kitchen spaces. The house faces water on two
sides and has a deck with a gas grill that overlooks water views in both directions.
Access to bike path and convenient to area beaches. Swim, boat or simply relax.
Restrictions: mid-June through August 2015. Dates to be determined between winner
and owner.
Donated by: The Blythe Family
Value:
$1,500
L10 Brewster, Cape Cod Weekend Getaway (up to 3 nights stay) Sneak away to the Cape for a (long) weekend! Located in a peaceful, family
neighborhood in Brewster, this 3 bedroom cape sleeps 9 and has a bright and sunny
open floor plan with easy access to an outside deck. Home is centrally located, steps
from a private association beach on pristine fresh-water Sheep Pond, less than 10
minutes' drive to beautiful bay beaches and a mile to the Cape Cod Rail Trail. Perfect
for swimming, kayaking, fishing (boat rentals nearby) and biking. Available through
mid-June 2015, including April vacation week and Memorial Day weekend. Dates to
be determined between winner and owner. www.weneedavacation.com (Property
ID: 16688).
Donated by: Anonymous
Value:
$1,000
L11 New Hampshire House for 1 week Relax and unwind in a spacious year-round mountain getaway in Holderness NH.
Nestled in the hills above Squam Lake, the house is located east of Plymouth, south of
the White Mountain National Forest and only 2 hours from Newton. Take advantage of
the fantastic mountain scenery, miles of nearby hiking trails and everything the lake
has to offer. For winter guests, Loon Mountain and Waterville Valley are less than 30
minutes away. The house has a finished basement with game room, a large deck, a 3-
season sunroom and 3 bedrooms that can accommodate larger families. Dates to be
determined between winner and owner, cleaning fee applies. Limited to Bowen
families and staff only. Expires October 2015.
Donated by: The Gomez Family
Value:
$1,500
L12 Two Nights at Any Omni Hotel or Resort Perfect for a romantic weekend getaway...or take the kids! Certificates good for two
one-night stays at any Omni Hotel or Resort in North America, excluding Philadelphia.
Blackout dates and other restrictions apply. Expires 12/30/2015.
Donated by: Omni Hotel
Value:
$500
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L13 Dropkick Murphys Memorabilia Talk about unique! A special edition Bruins shirt signed by all members of Boston's
favorite band, the Dropkick Murphys! Sing it with us, "I'm shipping up to Boston, whoa!"
Donated by: Dropkick Murphys
Value:
priceless
L14 Down the Road Brewery, Inc. Master Brewer from Down the Road Brewery, Donovan Bailey, will host two-to-four
people for your own personal brewing session (four hours). Go home with two cases of
your choice of beer.
Donated by: Down the Road Brewery, Inc.
Value:
$500
L15 1 Hour with The Toucher & Rich Morning Show Calling all sports enthusiasts! Do you listen to 98.5 The Sports Hub? Have you always
wondered what really goes on during live radio? Win a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
to spend an hour observing the Toucher and Rich Morning Show. You never know what
other celebrities might be in the studio while you are there. This experience is truly
priceless!
Donated by: Fred Toucher of 98.5, The Sports Hub
Value:
priceless
L16 Free Parking! Have the Blue Zone blues? It will only get worse as the winter months arrive. Think back
to last January—snow banks piled in the street and cars lined up a mile long. A good
20 minutes could pass as you stare at the driveways along Cypress, just wishing you
could park there. Well, now you CAN! The highest bidder gets to park in the driveway
at 131 Jackson Street, at the corner of Jackson and Cypress, for school pick-up EVERY
afternoon in the month of January, 2015. Wave hello to Lauren as you step out of your
car with a smile on your face and wave goodbye to those blue zone blues!
*Parking available only at pick-up times, this parking space is not available during the
morning drop-off hour. Pick-up time parking is 2:45-3:15. If you are staying at the school
after that, please be considerate and move your vehicle to street parking.
Donated by: The Riseberg Family
Value:
priceless
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♠ ♥ Silent Auction Items ♦ ♣
Unique Experiences
S1 Beer Education Class Become a beer geek! Grab up to 15 of your friends to enjoy a private beer class at
Newton's own Craft Beer Cellar.
Donated by: Craft Beer Cellar Newton
Value:
$150
S2 Two F-1 Boston Racing Certificates Feel the need for speed? Appease the Mario Andretti in you with these 2 racing
certificates for a complete "Arrive and Drive" experience. Must be 18+ with valid
driver's license.
Donated by: F-1 Boston, Braintree
Value:
$74
S3 $200 Gift Certificate for Brew Session at Hopsters Craft your own beer at this unique Newton Corner brew pub. Bring along some friends
to brew, relax, and enjoy!
Donated by: Hopsters
Value:
$200
S4 After-Work Pool Party at Jillian's Host an after-work (6-8 p.m.) pool party for 20 people that includes chips & salsa and
chicken wings. All guests must be 21+. Expires November 8, 2015.
Donated by: Jillian's Boston
Value:
$200
S5 Two Seats at the Paint Bar Mix it up and get your paint on with 2 seats at The Paint Bar. Equally great for a date
night or a night out with your BFF!
Donated by: Paint Bar
Value:
$70
S6 Paper Source Card Making Party Bring up to 5 friends for a 1-hour beginner/intermediate crafting experience. Go home
with a set of handmade cards and envelopes and a 10% off coupon good for 2 weeks
following the workshop.
Donated by: Paper Source
Value:
$120
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S7 Berkshires "Top to Bottom" Midweek Getaway Start at the retro-chic The Porches Inn at MASS MoCA in North Adams, then head south
to the charming antique-filled Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge. Package includes breakfast
each morning and overnight accommodations at each inn. Valid Sunday-Thursday.
Donated by: The Porches Inn
Value:
$520
S8 Sunset Dinner Cruise for Family of Four Take your family out for a fun-filled evening featuring the dazzling lights and sights of
Boston Harbor, festive cuisine, live performances, and dancing.
Donated by: Boston Harbor Cruises
Value:
$104
S9 Bowling for Six at Kings Enjoy a day of family fun at this hip bowling alley! Includes two rounds of bowling plus
shoe rentals for 6. Expires February 5, 2015.
Donated by: Kings
Value:
$100
S10 Boston Chocolate Tours for Two Chocolate...need we say more? Includes two passes to any regularly scheduled
chocolate tour, including The Back Bay Chocolate Walking Tour, South End Chocolate
Walking Tour or The Great Boston Cupcake Crawl.
Donated by: Boston Chocolate Tours
Value:
$100
S11 Your Adventure Awaits Immerse yourself and three friends in the world of espionage. Package includes four
VIP admission passes into any 5 Wits adventure.
Donated by: 5 Wits
Value:
$72
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Dining and Date Night
S12 Dinner for two at Artisan Bistro Restaurant, The Ritz Carlton Enjoy a relaxed yet sophisticated European dinner for two at downtown's preferred
gathering place, Artisan Bistro at the Ritz Carlton, Boston Common. Expires November
2015.
Donated by: The Ritz Carlton, Boston
Value:
$125
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S13 Dinner for 10 at Brio Brio invites you to gather with friends, family or co-workers to experience the flavors of
Tuscany without leaving the country. Enjoy a 4-course sit-down dinner with 9 others;
alcohol and gratuity are not included. Buon Appetito!
Donated by: Brio
Value:
$400
S14 Chef's Tasting Experience for 4 at Season's 52 Seasons 52 is a celebration of all that’s good right now in a casually sophisticated
setting. You and three friends will experience the excitement of the chef's tasting menu
and leave with two signature "52" wine glasses.
Donated by: Seasons 52
Value:
$325
S15 $75 Gift Certificate to Besito Mexican Restaurant Be one of the first people to dine at Chestnut Hill Mall's newest restaurant. Opening
soon!
Donated by: Besito Mexican Restaurant
Value:
$75
S16 Dinner and a Movie Your next date night is planned! Enjoy $50 gift certificate to Davio's Cucina and 2
general admission passes to Showcase SuperLux.
Donated by: Davio's Cucina and Showcase SuperLux
Value:
$100
S17 Dining at the Square Now's the time to experience dining at the Square in Chestnut Hill. Package includes
gift certificates to Brio ($50), Seasons 52 ($50), and Sweet Green ($20).
Donated by: The Kelly family and Sweet Green
Value:
$120
S18 Newton Center Food Fest The kitchen is closed! Includes $40 gift certificate to Bill's Pizzeria, $25 gift certificate to
Johnny's Luncheonette and 5 free burgers at Lee's Burger Place.
Donated by: Bill's Pizzeria, Johnny's Luncheonette and Lee's Burger Place
Value:
$85
S19 Happy Hour Sampler Beer, wings, and nachos! Perfect for you and your BFF. Package includes $50 gift
certificates to Union Street, Terry O'Reilly's and Buff's Pub.
Donated by: Union Street, Terry O'Reilly's and Buff's Pub
Value:
$150
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S20 Dining at The Street Enjoy eating at your favorite restaurants on The Street. Package includes $50 gift
certificate to Shake Shack and a $25 gift certificate to Comella's.
Donated by: Shake Shack and Comella's
Value:
$75
S21 Chipotle - Dinner for 8 Grab a group of friends and head over to Chipotle for dinner (2 certifcates for dinners
for 4; can be combined or used separately). Good through December 31, 2014.
Donated by: Chipotle
Value:
$100
S22 Cheesecake Factory Enjoy a fun dinner with a group of friends or the family with a $100 gift certificate to
Cheesecake Factory.
Donated by: Cheesecake Factory
Value:
$100
♠ ♥ ♦ ♣ The Perfect Gift
S23 Rue La La Shop 'Til You Drop $500 gift certificate to Rue La La, the online destination for the most desired brands for
fashion, home, travel, and more.
Donated by: Rue La La
Value:
$500
S24 Kate Spade Handbag and shopping party You'll look perfectly on-trend with this Fall 2014 black and cream polka dot handbag.
Winner also receives an exclusive sip and snacks shopping party for up to 15 friends
and 20% off purchases. Expires 3 months from win date.
Donated by: Kate Spade
Value:
priceless
S25 Shop and Sip at the Sail Loft Enjoy a $50 gift card to Sail Loft plus a private sipping and shopping night at the store
for unlimited guests. Winner can provide 20% off for all guests or 20% of proceeds can
be donated to the Bowen Playground Fund.
Donated by: Sail Loft
Value:
priceless
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S26 Union Street Shopping Spree Shop at some of Newton Center's finest stores with a $50 gift certificate to Talori Fine
Jewelry; a $25 gift certificate to Folklorica; and a $100 gift certificate to L'Optique
Boutique (plus eyeglasses case and cleaner)!
Donated by: Talori Fine Jewelry, Folklorica, L'Optique Boutique
Value:
$175
S27 Alex and Ani Bangles This precious set of 3 bangles make the perfect gift. Hand-selected by the Alex and Ani
Charitable Donations Team especially for Bowen!
Donated by: Alex and Ani
Value:
$78
S28 Ray-Ban Sunglasses Nobody is cooler than you in a pair of Ray Ban Original Wayfarer shades...not even
Tom Cruise.
Donated by: Brattle Square Optical
Value:
$200
S29 David's Tea Basket Treat yourself or a loved one with this basket of specialty teas, a mug, agave, and tea
spoon. Great to warm you up on cold New England days!
Donated by: David's Tea, Chestnut Hill
Value:
$50
S30 Delicious Fruit Bouquet Order a delicious fruit design to celebrate something special. Valid for pick-up at
Newton Center location only.
Donated by: Edible Arrangements
Value:
$55
S31 Girl's Gift Basket Give a one-of-a-kind treat to the special little girl in your life. Bring this adorable basket
to Scribble It and they will personalize it to make it her very own.
Donated by: Scribble It
Value:
$100
S32 Sephora Gift Basket Treat yourself to the latest beauty supplies and the hottest name brand cosmetics
including: Fresh Sugar, DD cream, Marc Jacobs, Peter Thomas Roth, First Aid Beauty
and DKNY.
Donated by: Sephora
Value:
$200
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S33 Burberry Fragrance Gift Basket Inspired by the iconic Burberry trench coat, this new scent captures the essence of a
London garden after the rain. This package includes a matching iPad Mini Cover.
Donated by: Mary Ellen D'Alfonso
Value:
$100
S34 Lush Gift Box Feel invigorated and refreshed with this gift box full of fresh handmade products from
Lush.
Donated by: Lush
Value:
$86
S35 Keurig Special Edition The Keurig® Special Edition Brewing System brews a perfect cup of coffee, tea, hot
cocoa, or iced beverage in under one minute at the touch of a button. Also includes
a 12-count variety sampler, water filter handle, and charcoal filter.
Donated by: Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc.
Value:
$150
S36 Got Popcorn? Update your kitchen with this state-of-the-art GE over-the-range microwave.
Donated by: Poirier Appliance
Value:
$300
S37 Limited Edition Print: Wendy Weldon's "Barn Interior" This limited edition giclée print (#4 of 25) based on a painting by local artist Wendy
Weldon's would look fabulous in any home.
Donated by: Wendy Weldon
Value:
$250
♠ ♥ ♦ ♣ For the sports enthusiast
S38 BC Football--with Parking! Cheer on the Eagles with 4 tickets plus a parking pass to the November 29th BC vs.
Syracuse Rivalry Weekend game. Section A, row 5, seats 15-18.
Donated by: Boston College
Value:
$150
S39 2 Loge Bruins Tickets On the ice at the TD Garden! Two November 28th Bruins vs. Winnipeg tickets--Loge 8,
Row 2, Seats 4 & 5. Perfect for the Bruins fan in your life!
Donated by: Roche Collison
Value:
$200
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S40 4 New England Patriots Tickets--with Parking! Are you ready for some football? Four tickets plus parking pass to the December 14th
Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins game. Section 328, row 5, seats 5-8. Squish the fish!
Donated by: 98.5, The Sports Hub
Value:
$400
S41 2 Celtics Tickets See the Celtics live in action with these 2 tickets for a Celtics game at a date to be
agreed upon. The tickets are Section 310, Row 7.
Donated by: Matt Hills
Value:
$60
S42 Autographed Jackie Bradley, Jr. Baseball Red Sox fans, here's your chance to own a piece of baseball history with this
autographed Jackie Bradley, Jr. baseball.
Donated by: Red Sox
Value:
$135
S43 Autographed Celtics Basketball Celtics fans, don't miss out on this unique opportunity! This Celtics ball is signed by the
entire 2014 team, including Rondo!
Donated by: Broder Properties
Value:
priceless
S44 18 Holes, Plus Carts for 4! Calling all golfers! A round of golf for 4 people with carts. Can be used at Newton
Commonwealth Golf Course, Maynard Golf Course, Chelmsford Country Club, The
Shattuck Golf Club, Rockland Golf Course or Norwood Country Club.
Donated by: Sterling Golf Management, Inc.
Value:
$200
S45 Ski Okemo Go big or go home! Enjoy skiing at Okemo, Vermont's premier ski resort with these two
adult lift tickets. Valid 7 days a week on non-holidays for the 2014-2015 season.
Donated by: Okemo
Value:
$175
♠ ♥ ♦ ♣ Pamper Yourself
S46 Refresh and Renew Treat yourself to a hair cut and blow dry at Sylvestre Franc and a 50-minute facial
upstairs at Bella Boutique Spa. This package also include a gift basket of hair products.
Donated by: The Bella Boutique Spa & Sylvestre Franc Hair Colour Group
Value:
$250
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S47 3 Blow Drys From Be Styled You sit while your locks are washed and blown dry to perfection. An even more
gorgeous you is revealed! Includes sample products, too.
Donated by: Be Styled
Value:
$120
S48 Makeup Consultation Bebe will provide a 2-hour in-home consultation that includes an evaluation of your
current makeup, product recommendations and a lesson on makeup application.
Donated by: Bebe Simone | Professional Makeup Artist
Value:
$200
S49 Haircut and Blow Dry at Davis Hairdressing Receive a cut and blow dry at a salon that is passionate about hair—and you. Must
use selected stylists. Expires September 30, 2015.
Donated by: Davis Hairdressing
Value:
$80
S50 Ready for a Night Out Enjoy a blow out at the nation's premier blow dry bar. Specialists here don't do cuts or
color—only blow outs! Finish off your day with a pedicure at Quinnie Nails in Newton
Center.
Donated by: Dry Bar and Quinnie Nails
Value:
$70
S51 Half Day of Beauty A pamper package that includes: a 60-minute tension releaser massage; a European
facial; and a manicure & pedicure. Expires October 2, 2015.
Donated by: Christine's Day Spa
Value:
$200
S52 Private Master Class with a Makeup Artist for 6 Beautify yourself and your friends! You and five friends will enjoy a private master class
with a premium makeup brand artist at Bluemercury in Chestnut Hill. Party includes
refreshments and free gifts.
Donated by: Bluemercury
Value:
$500
S53 Haircut and Blow Dry at Fabu Joanne from Fabu will create a cutting-edge style that gives you a look that's both
contemporary and classic.
Donated by: Fabu
Value:
$55
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Be Fit
S54 One-Month Free Membership to Core Boot Camp Reclaim your body...for good! Hit the ultimate boot camp program for men and
women not just once, but three times a week for one month at either of two Newton
locations. Whether you are getting ready for a wedding, an athletic event or just
looking to reclaim your body; CORE Boot Camp is your body transformation
headquarters. Donated by: Core Boot Camp
Value:
$192
S55 One-Month Free Membership to Equinox Voted "Best Gym in America" by Fitness Magazine! Includes one-month select
membership at Equinox Chestnut Hill ($155 value), one equifit evaluation and personal
training session ($330 value), and a private pilates session ($100 value). Must be
redeemed prior to December 1, 2014.
Donated by: Equinox
Value:
$155
S56 Yoga and Pilates Sampler Sculpt, tone, and transform your body with this pilates/yoga combination package.
Includes a $50 gift certificate to The Studio Empower and a one-month Newcomer
Pass to Down Under Yoga.
Donated by: The Studio Empower and Down Under Yoga
Value:
$80
S57 Run to Your Heart's Content The perfect package for the runner in your life: a Polar heart rate monitor watch, a $50
gift card to Chestnut Hill's True Runner store and a $25 gift card to Greater Boston
Running Company.
Donated by: Gym Source, True Runner and Greater Boston Running Company
Value:
$140
S58 One-Month Package at Get in Shape for Women The key to results is the sum of all parts! A one-month package includes: weight
training, cardio, nutrition tips and weekly weigh-ins.
Donated by: Get in Shape for Women
Value:
$300
S59 Sweet & Soul Sweat it out during three 45-minute sessions at Soul Cycle. Then treat yourself to a
signature salad with a $20 gift card to Sweet Green when you've got nothing left. Your
body will thank you.
Donated by: Soul Cycle and Sweet Green
Value:
$122
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S60 Prana Power Yoga 5-Pack Enjoy a 5-class pack at the studio voted "one of the top 25 yoga studios in the world"
by Travel & Leisure.
Donated by: Prana Power Yoga
Value:
$80
S61 One-Month Membership to Healthworks One-month membership includes access to a wide variety of weekly group exercise
classes; large, open cardiovascular area featuring televisions and movies; free weight
and stretching area.
Donated by: Healthworks
Value:
$100
S62 Pure Barre 5-Class Pack Lift. Tone. Burn. Includes a 5-class pack.
Donated by: Pure Barre
Value:
$105
S63 3 Month Family Membership to the JCC There's something for everyone at the JCC: a fully-equipped fitness center; indoor
pool; indoor gym and basketball courts; arts classes for children and adults and more!
Note: Valid for new members only.
Donated by: Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center
Value:
$567
♠ ♥ ♦ ♣ Kids Love These!
S64 2-Week Session at Camp Cody Nestled on the sandy beach of beautiful Lake Ossipee in the White Mountains of New
Hampshire, Camp Cody is a traditional summer camp for boys and girls ages 7-16.
Available 2015 session dates: June 21-July 4 or August 2-15. Note: Additional $200 per
session Trip and Canteen charge will apply. First time families only.
Donated by: Cody Summer Camp
Value:
$3,300
S65 4 Walt Disney World Hopper Park Passes Make your child's dream come true with these four one-day Park Hopper passes to the
major Disney parks (Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios, and Animal
Kingdom) in Orlando, Florida. Visit multiple parks on the same day! Expires April 2016.
Donated by: Walt Disney World Co.
Value:
$496
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S66 Energy Fitness Birthday Party Celebrate your child's birthday at Energy Fitness & Gymnastics! The party features 1
hour of cooperative games followed by a half-hour in the party area for cake and
presents. Valid for children 3+.
Donated by: Energy Fitness
Value:
$300
S67 Dance Birthday Party Celebrate a day your child will never forget with a Ballerina Birthday Party at Joanne
Langione Dance Center! A princess party hostess will lead a 1.5 hour party including a
dance class plus crafts and activities related to Classical Ballet. Expires August 13, 2015.
Donated by: Joanne Langione Dance Center
Value:
$300
S68 Birthday Party at Monster Mini Golf This frighteningly fun party package includes 18 holes of glow-in-the-dark monster-
themed miniature golf, plus 1.5 hours in the private party room.
Donated by: Monster Mini Golf of Norwood
Value:
$275
S69 My Gym Lifetime Family Membership and 4 Weeks of Classes Fitness made fun for kids! A lifetime family membership and 4 weeks of classes is
included in this offer.
Donated by: My Gym Children's Fitness Center
Value:
$196
S70 LINX Classes for Kids $125 Gift Certificate LINX offers premier classes for kids of all ages. Fun for kids, great for parents! $125
towards any afternoon (drop-off) class held through June 2015. New registrants only.
Donated by: The Linx Companies
Value:
$125
S71 Hard Rock Cafe Family Gift Basket Outfit the whole family in Hard Rock Cafe attire and fun merchandise. Then head
downtown to the Boston location to grab a bite with your $50 gift certificate.
Donated by: Hard Rock Cafe Boston
Value:
$150
S72 2 Months of Dance Classes Spread the joy of dance. Certificate entitles you to two months of dance classes at
Creative Steps.
Donated by: Creative Steps
Value:
$80
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S73 $100 Gift Certificate to Frozen Ropes Your kids will have a ball! The Frozen Ropes curriculum, taught by experienced
professionals, is the talk of the baseball and softball world. Use this $100 gift card
toward any class, camp, lesson or rental.
Donated by: Frozen Ropes Natick
Value:
$100
S74 Life of the (Yogurt) Party! A sweet deal that includes one box of 15 frozen yogurts and 5 toppings. Perfect for
your next party! Expires 12/31/2014.
Donated by: Yogurtland
Value:
$60
S75 6 Months of Baked Goodies Delivered to Your Door Treat yourself to delicious homemade cookies and brownies delivered to your
doorstep! This package includes 2 dozen baked goods delivered to your door via UPS
once a month for 6 months.
Donated by: Better Life Food
Value:
$180
S76 Rainy Day Kids Basket Need something to do with the kids on the next rainy day? Look no further with this
basket full of goodies to entertain the kids for hours. Includes gift certificates to:
Newtonville Books ($50), Learning Express ($35) and Build-a-Bear ($10). Also includes 5
free passes to Monster Mini Golf in Norwood and a pass for 4 free admissions to the
Sports Museum at the TD Garden. Or just relax at home and enjoy 5 favorite children's
books and a radio controlled car.
Donated by: Newtonville Books, Learning Express, Monster Mini Golf of Norwood, TD Garden,
New England Book Mobile, Build-A-Bear and the Mi family
Value:
$175
S77 Summer Fun Basket Entertaining the kids in the summer just got a whole lot easier! Basket includes: 2
admission passes to Story Land ($62 value), 4 complimentary day passes to Belkin
Family Lookout Farm ($32), one-year family membership for Massachusetts Audubon
Society ($65) and an outing to Cabot's ice cream ($25).
Donated by: Belkin Family Lookout Farm, Massachusetts Audubon Society, Story Land and
Cabot’s Ice Cream
Value:
$185
S78 Get Your Art on at New Art Center A $100 gift certificate towards your next class at the New Art Center in Newton. The
certificate may also be used towards child or teen vacation programs.
Donated by: New Art Center
Value:
$100
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S79 Adult and Child Class at Create-a-Cook French Bistro, pasta from scratch, cookies, chocolate, you name it! Bring your favorite
kid to the kitchen and spend time making delicious memories with this $80 gift
certificate.
Donated by: Create-a-Cook
Value:
$80
♠ ♥ ♦ ♣ Services You Can't Live Without
S80 Care for Your Car Advanced Auto Center has been delivering outstanding service and repair for foreign
and domestic vehicles for over 20 years. $400 towards any service they offer.
Donated by: Advance Auto Center
Value:
$400
S81 Teeth Whitening Get your pearly whites back with ease! Whiten your teeth in the comfort of your own
home with these at-home whitening trays (tray custom-fabricated in office for use at
home).
Donated by: Center for Advanced Dental Care
Value:
$405
S82 Closet Cleanse Service Refresh your wardrobe with a closet cleanse! After a thorough Closet Cleanse
(approximately 3-4 hours), you'll find out which items of your clothing, shoes,
outerwear, and accessories to keep and build on and which to donate. End with a
roadmap to meet your goals!
Donated by: Style Agent / Susan Munter
Value:
$300
S83 Invisalign Treatment Straighten your teeth and enhance your smile without metal braces! This package
includes $1,000 gift certificate towards Invisalign Treatment.
Donated by: Carvalho & Roth Orthodontics
Value:
$1,000
S84 Orthodontic Treatment Have a pre-teen? Ease your budget strain with $1,000 off Orthodontic Treatment gift
certificate.
Donated by: Carvalho & Roth Orthodontics
Value:
$1,000
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S85 Portrait Session Capture life's precious moments with award winning-photographers Mark and Linda
Karlsberg. Includes a complimentary portrait session for an individual or family, plus one
8" x 10" portrait of your choice. Expires May 8, 2016.
Donated by: Studio 11
Value:
$525
S86 Portrait Session Bowen parent and professional photographer, Laura Shachmut captures your family's
true spirit in each session. Enjoy a 60-90 minute shoot (with up to 5 people) and 25
hand-edited images with printing rights. www.shachmutphotography.com.
Donated by: Laura Shachmut
Value:
$450
S87 Portrait Simple There's still time to order your holiday cards! Gift certificate includes a free photo
session a 6-sheet package.
Donated by: Portrait Simple
Value:
$135
S88 Architectural Renovation Consultation Dreaming of building, adding to, or renovating your home or business? Architect (and
Bowen dad) Andrew Falkenstein of Concise Design Architects in Brookline
(concisedes.com) will provide a 2-hour onsite consultation.
Donated by: Andrew Falkenstein of Concise Design Architects in Brookline
Value:
$350
S89 Home Inspection Up to $1,000 for a home inspection for a property purchased through Better Living Real
Estate as your buyer agent or up to $100 toward the cost of a home inspection
covered by any other company.
Donated by: Better Living Real Estate
Value:
$1,000
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♠ ♥ Thank You ♦ ♣
5 Wits
51 Lincoln
98.5, The Sports Hub
Ace Ticket
Advance Auto Center
Alex and Ani
Andrew Falkenstein of Concise
Design Architects in Brookline
Aroma Nails
B.Y.O.D. Dog Wash
Be Styled
Bebe Simone, Makeup Artist
Belkin Family Lookout Farm
Besito Mexican Restaurant
Better Life Food
Better Living Real Estate
Bill's Pizzeria
Bluemercury
Blythe Family
Boston Chocolate Tours
Boston College
Boston Harbor Cruises
Bowen Students
Brattle Square Optical
Brio
Broder Properties
Buff's Pub
Build-A-Bear
Cabot's Ice Cream
Carvalho & Roth Orthodontics
Center for Advanced Dental Care
Cheesecake Factory
Chipotle
Christine's Day Spa
Cody Summer Camp
Comella's
Core Bootcamp
Craft Beer Cellar Newton
Create-a-Cook
Creative Steps
David's Tea, Chestnut Hill
Davio's Cucina
Davis Family
Davis Hairdressing
Del Frisco's Grille
Down the Road Brewery, Inc.
Down Under Yoga
Dropkick Murphys
Dry Bar
Edible Arrangements
Energy Fitness
Equinox
F-1 Boston, Braintree
Fabu
Five Guys
Folklorica
Frozen Ropes Natick
Get in Shape for Women
Gomez Family
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters
Gym Source
Hard Rock Cafe Boston
Healthworks
Hennessey Family
Highland Liquor Store
Holly Cleaners
Hopsters
Hulburd/Wang Family
Jillian's Boston
Joanne Langione Dance Center
Johnny's Luncheonette
Kate Spade
Kelly family
Kings
L'Optique Boutique
Laura Shachmut
Learning Express
Lee's Burger Place
Leventhal-Sidman JCC
Los Amigos
Lush
Mary Ellen D'Alfonso
Massachusetts Audubon Society
Matt Hills
Mi family
Michael's Stores
Miltons
Monster Mini Golf of Norwood
Mr. K's Discount Wine & Spirits
Murray's Liquor
My Gym Children's Fitness Center
Newtonville Books
Okemo
Omni Hotel
Paint Bar
Paper Source
Poirier Appliance
Portrait Simple
Prana Power Yoga
Pure Barre
Quinnie Nails
Red Mango
Red Sox
Riseberg Family
Roche Collison
Rooster's Men's Grooming Center
Rue La La
Sail Loft
Scribble It
Seasons 52
Sephora
Shake Shack
Showcase SuperLux
Soul Cycle
Sterling Golf Management, Inc.
Story Land
Studio 11
Style Agent / Susan Munter
Sweet Green
Sylvestre Franc Hair Colour Group
Talori Fine Jewelry
Terry O'Reilly's
The Bella Boutique Spa
The Cottage
The Greater Boston Running Co.
The Linx Companies
The Porches Inn
The Precious Foto
The Ritz Carlton, Boston
The Studio Empower
True Runner
Union Street
Upper Falls Discount Liquors
Walt Disney World Co.
Wegmans
Weiner/Durazzini Family
Wendy Weldon
Ms. Amber Wenger
Whole Foods
Yogurtland
Thank you to the above auction donors and to Bowen families who donated to the Wine Pull.
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Our Next Goal: A New Play Structure
The Giving Tree
Look for the Giving Tree at Lucky 8,
constructed by Bowen parent Radhika
Matthews. Each leaf was created by
Bowen students; for each $10, $20, $50 or
$100 sponsorship you will receive a leaf to
add to the tree. All our Giving Tree friends
at Lucky 8 will receive raffle tickets to win
one of three raffle prizes.
The giving tree will be moved to the
Bowen lobby after the Gala.
Just like we’ve worked together to turn
the lower field from brown to green, let’s
fill the tree with green leaves, and
complete the playground.
Our Goals
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