If you are unable to attend the Live Auction on Monday, April 16, sealed bids will be accepted until 12 noon Eastern Time on Friday, April 13, 2007. Please e-mail your bid to Linda Colquhoun at lcolquhoun@sarahlawrence.edu.
Auction Items
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101. YOUR OWN PRIVATE VILLA IN ST. BARTS
Imagine staying in a luxurious private villa on secluded St. Barts! Lounge by your own private pool, bask in the sun, enjoy tropical breezes, and take in the views of the ocean below, all in the privacy of your own villa. WIMCO (West Indies Management Company) Villas is donating seven nights in a two bedroom villa on St. Barts. Good for travel between April 15 and December 15, 2007, and from April 15 to December 15, 2008. Airfare is not included. The exact villa will be determined when WIMCO receives travel dates from the winner of the auction.
WIMCO
is the leading marketer of private villa rentals and distinctive hotels
in the Caribbean and Europe. Now in its 24th year, the company has
been sending clients to its exclusive portfolio of properties in St.
Barts, St. Martin, Barbados, Italy, France, Mykonos, and many other
desirable vacation destinations. In addition, WIMCO will make a donation
to Sarah Lawrence College for each villa rental booked as a result
of the Spring Gala Auction. (www.wimco.com)Robert Brown, (Director of Sales WIMCO) parent of Robert A. Brown ’05
Brook & Roger Lacour, (Sibarth Real Estate in St. Barts) parents of Geoffrey Lacour ’05
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102. FASHION STATEMENT
Enjoy a morning of shopping with your $1,000 Vera Wang gift certificate and lunch for two afterward at The Carlyle Hotel restaurant. (www.verawang.com)
Vera Wang Becker ’71
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103. LOVE BLOOMS
A 22K gold sweetheart pendant and 24K gold chain for the girl of your dreams as featured in many publications including InStyle magazine. (www.tracydarakamenstein.com)
Tracy Dara Kamenstein ’86
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104. THE INN AT PERRY CABIN GETAWAY
Have a nautical weekend for two in the historic Inn at Perry Cabin on Chesapeake Bay. Breakfast for two each morning and a welcome fruit basket for your arrival at this spectacular resort in St. Michaels, Maryland. This high-end resort is owned and operated by Orient-Express Hotels. (www.perrycabin.com)
Robert and Wendy Riggs
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105. FLORENCE ESCAPE
Spend a week in this newly renovated one bedroom apartment on the second floor of a fifteenth century palazzo right in the center of town. Located on a side street off of Santo Spirito on the Oltr’Arno and a block and a half away from the Palazzo Pitti. Includes one-day historical tour with a Sarah Lawrence faculty member. Not more than two couples and no small children allowed. Dates are to be determined by mutual agreement. (www.picasaweb.google.com/quinmartin)
Maria Olivieri Quinn ’66 and Martin Quinn
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106. KNOCK OUT
Two tickets for Arturo Gatti’s Saturday, July 14, 2007, fight in Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall and an Arturo Gatti autographed boxing glove. You will also have two passes for the weigh-in on Friday, July 13, 2007, and two passes for the after-fight press conference on July 14, 2007. (www.arturogatti.com)
New Jersey Sports Productions
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107. HARLEY LOVER’S WEEKEND
You and a companion will fly to Orlando and learn to ride a motorcycle at the Orlando Harley-Davidson Historic Factory dealership and leading Motorcycle Safety Institute. Stay in a luxury suite at the 5 star Grand Bohemian Hotel for four nights and have dinner at Hue’s Restaurant. Ride and learn over a three day weekend. Having successfully completed your course, you will be fitted with your very own genuine Harley-Davidson leather jacket and a one-of-a-kind helmet signed by the iconic Willie G. Davidson. Reservations must be made at least six weeks in advance. Seventy-two hour cancellation policy required to reschedule. (www.orlandoharley.com)
Ann Deli, parent of James Tynion ’10
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108. JUST IMAGINE
You will receive a “Bed In” postcard of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, as well as a 4GB iPod Nano engraved with the message, “IMAGINE PEACE/love, yoko ono ’07”
Yoko Ono Lennon ’57
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109. EAT, DRINK, AND BE MERRY
Dinner for two at the James Beard House located at 167 West 12th Street, New York City. All chefs, winemakers and cookbook authors deserve a great stage and they can find one at the James Beard House. More than twenty dinners, lunches and workshops are held each month at the James Beard House to showcase culinary artists from around the world.
(www.jamesbeard.org)James Beard Foundation
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110. LOOK AT ME
Ten Core Fusion or Yoga classes at Exhale Spa at Madison Avenue or Central Park South location; Exhale Spa was recently named “Best Yoga Studio” and “Best Fusion Class” by New York Magazine. (www.exhalespa.com)
Exhale Spa
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111. PAMPER YOURSELF
Calm your mind, body, and spirit with a one-hour Swedish massage at the Peninsula Hotel Spa in Manhattan. The soothing strong hands of masterful massage therapists will alleviate stiffness and fatigue as well as improve circulation. (www.newyork.peninsula.com/pny/spa)
Peninsula Hotel Spa
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112. SAIL AWAY
The sailing course consists of one set of basic sailing lessons at North Cove Marina in Manhattan. It is the foundation for all your future sailing knowledge. You are taught on J/24 sailboats in New York Harbor. Each course is limited to four students per instructor. Every student receives personalized attention and hands-on experience. (www.sailmanhattan.com)
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113. A CUT ABOVE
One box of twelve assorted USDA prime aged steak house quality steaks from Strassburger Meats. Strassburger Meats is a fifth generation family-owned distribution company and supplies the marbled beef on menus at steakhouses such as Smith & Wollensky, The Post House, Quality Meats, and Peter Luger’s.
Also included is one half-case of wine from Union Square Wines. The half case contains two bottles each of: Embruix Vall Llach 2002, Priorat, Spain; Domaine Daniel Chauveau Chinon 2003, Chinon, France; and 75 Amber Knolls Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, Napa, California. (www.unionsquarewines.com)
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114. CULINARY INSIDERS
Two Connoisseur Circle Memberships to Culinary Insiders — If you have a passion for food, this membership is for you. Culinary Insiders takes you behind the scenes and invites you to restaurants before they open to the public and introduces you to top chefs in an intimate setting. Club members enjoy unique events, private parties, and travel opportunities. (www.culinaryinsiders.com)
Lisa Mamounas
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115. WINE COUNTRY
Three-night stay for two adults at Tambor Vineyards in Napa, California, located on 300 acres of beautiful hills and valleys. Thirteen acres are planted in Cabernet and Merlot grapes. A hike from the beautiful home will take you to a hilltop overlooking the entire Napa valley. The home includes a 60-foot lap pool, hot tub, exercise room, and has a sizeable art collection. The winners should contact the Gennets for a mutually agreed upon date to visit. October features “crush” and is a wonderful time to visit the Napa Valley. Airfare and meals are not included with the exception of breakfast.
Nancy and Peter Gennet, parents of Robert Gennet ’98
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116. SPOONBREAD TOO
A catered dinner for eight delivered to your home (New York Metropolitan locations) from Miss Mamie’s Spoonbread Too Restaurant, 366 West 110th Street, NYC. Try President Clinton’s favorite: the “Miss Mamie Sampler” with shrimp, short ribs, and chicken. The New York Post says “on its own or smothered in gravy, Spoonbread’s is the best fried chicken in New York City”. (www.spoonbreadinc.com/miss_mamies.htm)
Norma Jean Darden ’61
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117. PASSIONATE COLLECTOR
A vibrant, chunky red coral and brass necklace and bracelet — the necklace measures 31-1/2“ long and the bracelet is three strands of coral and is 8-1/2” long. The brass will patina slightly over time. This would make a wonderful gift for Mother’s Day, or for yourself.
(www.thepassionatecollector.com)Susan Shieldkret, parent of Kaitlin Dull ’07
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118. Ballet Dreams “Behind the Scenes”
A private limo will take you to the American Ballet Theatre where four tickets and backstage passes to experience a glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes await you. The package also includes signed point shoes, a coffee table book, videos and T-shirts. Dinner at Shun Lee West is also included.
Shelley Schorsch, parent of Nicholas Schorsch ’08
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119. PRIVATE FRICK
Tour the private rooms at the Frick Museum and enjoy lunch for two. No children under ten. (www.frick.org)
Margot Bogert ’75
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120. SPECIAL TOUR
Tour of the new Greek and Roman Galleries at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and lunch in the Trustees Dining Room for four people. (www.metmuseum.org)
Ann Tenenbaum ’83 and Thomas H. Lee
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121. THE VINEYARD
Stay in a house on Martha’s Vineyard in West Tisbury, Massachusetts, for seven days in July 2007. This charming converted barn has four bedrooms and sleeps eight. There is access to a private beach on the Atlantic Ocean, plus North Shore beach. The dates are to be determined by mutual agreement. Blackout dates are July 1-8, 2007. No pets are allowed.
John and Sheila Miller Bernson ’71
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122. PARIS DREAM
One week for up to four guests in a spacious, newly renovated two bedroom apartment, with a balcony, in the heart of Paris located on Boulevard St. Germain. It is one block from the Seine and just a few minutes stroll to Isle St. Louis, Notre Dame, and the Latin Quarter. The dates are to be determined by mutual agreement.
Andre Lamal
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123. OSCAR NIGHT
Enjoy some of the same gifts given to your favorite stars at top award shows such as the Grammys, Oscars, Kids’ Choice Awards, and American Music Awards. Whether you keep all of the items for yourself, or relish the benefits of regifting for all of your upcoming birthdays and special occasions, you’ll feel like a kid in a candy store going through this “mini swag bag”. Includes fashion, beauty, accessories and more!
Distinctive Assets on behalf of Elisabeth Röhm ’96
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125. SOUTH KENSINGTON FLAT
London flat available for one week in 2008 for two people in a first floor chic pied à terre, overlooking Queens Gate Gardens in South Kensington. It is a five minute walk to Hyde Park, the Natural History Museum, and Victoria and Albert. It has twenty-eight-foot original ceilings. Dates to be mutually agreed upon with the owner.
Caryn Mandabach, parent of Marisa Mandabach ’04 and Jonathan Mandabach ’08
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126. OREGON COASTAL HOME
One week stay in a beautiful four bedroom contemporary house which features 360 degree panoramic views of the ocean, beach, bay, golf course, and wooded hills. It is located within the gated private home sector of the renowned Salishan Resort (www.salishan.com). Within a short drive from the home is a world class spa, whale watching, 18 hole Peter Jacobsen golf course, Oregon’s pinot noir wine country, fishing, hiking, tennis, and horseback riding. The home features four bedrooms, four baths, two fireplaces, outdoor Jacuzzi that seats eight and a yoga platform facing the ocean. Available through December 31, 2008. (Not available July 1-8, July 22-August 11).
Paul Mandabach, parent of Marisa Mandabach ’04 and Jonathan Mandabach ’08
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127. VIRGIN GORDA VILLA
Island Time Villa is located on the unique and peaceful island of Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands. The villa has five bedrooms, 5-1/2 baths, and is perched amid huge granite boulders above beautiful Little Trunk Bay. Only a stones throw from the beach, this poolside villa is set in a private tropical garden. This villa will accommodate ten people for seven nights and is available from April 15 to December 1, 2007 and April 15 to December 1, 2008. (www.islandtimevilla.com)
Michael and Maj Britt Rosenbaum
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128. INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTATION
Personal design consultation with David Netto of David Netto Design. David Netto Design was founded in 2000 to provide clients with residential decoration and architectural design of the highest quality. The creation of worlds that reflect people’s needs and lifestyles is passionate, artistic work. Though good design never happens without inspiration and imagination, great design celebrates reality as well. (www.davidnettodesign.com)
David Netto ’92
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129. ELEGANT STYLE
A $1,000 gift certificate that can be redeemed at the Nina McLemore showroom at 135 East 55th Street. Nina McLemore’s elegant designer quality clothing is for the stylish and busy woman.
Sarah Hunter Hudson ‘62 and Nina McLemore
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130. FALL IN LOVE
“Fall” is a beautiful serigraph by Frederick Phillips. Phillips’ art is praised for its precise, post-surrealist style that displays his mastery of oil painting. He is rapidly emerging as the master imagist of his generation. The vibrant colors in the piece are truly striking. The piece measures 33” in width and 38” in height in a gold leaf frame. It is a great addition for any art lover.
Robert Lewis
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131. GO LAKERS
Two premiere tickets to an LA Lakers basketball game in LA for the 2007-2008 season. Must choose date at the beginning of the season. The seats are second row in the premiere section which is right above the season ticket holders and just below the luxury boxes. Parking is included.
Paul Mandabach, parent of Marisa Mandabach ‘04 and Jonathan Mandabach ‘08
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132. MEET ME IN LONDON
Surprise your significant other with a round trip airline ticket from Silverjet providing business class travel from New York to London. Silverjet provides amazing, truly remarkable pampering and is a carbon neutral airline.
Silverjet Airlines
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133. GIVE FOUR SLC STUDENTS A CAPITOL TOUR OF A LIFETIME
Congressman Rahm Emanuel ’81 has many accomplishments. He has been an Aide and Finance Director for President Clinton’s 1992 campaign, Senior White House official, investment banker, and now two-term Member of Congress representing the 5th Congressional District of Illinois. He was also recently elected as Chairman of the Democratic Caucus of the House of Representatives. However, among his many achievements the Congressman is particularly proud to be a Sarah Lawrence graduate! Four lucky Sarah Lawrence undergrads will meet Representative Emanuel in his Capitol Hill office and also have a private tour of the Capitol. Two nights lodging in Washington with meals provided by Sarah Lawrence parents Tom and Denise Bombelles. The host family will facilitate making the appointment which should be done before September 2007.
Thomas and Denise Bombelles, parents of Adrienne Bombelles ‘09
Please note: Auction items are subject to change until the day of the event.