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2015 St. Ambrose Gala – Make A Wish To-Knight

St. Ambrose Catholic School A National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence

March 7, 2015

Dear Friends of St. Ambrose,

There are so many reasons to consider this evening A Knight in Paradise! After the snowy

winter, it is a pleasure to come together in the warmth of the tropical sun. What a joy to be

surrounded by friends and supporters of our school, a real tribute to the closeness of this

community! We are thrilled to welcome back David Culver of NBC4 to host our evening!

St. Ambrose Catholic School was founded 20 years ago by parishioners who believed that we

could support a school that could compete with the strong Fairfax County schools. They

believed that we could provide the faith component that children need to thrive. I think they

would feel gratified to see that their prayers were answered, and their hard work justified by

our Blue Ribbon School. We stand on the shoulders of educators and supporters who have

provided the expertise and funding to allow us to provide an excellent education for our

students, including a Preschool, a Resource program for children facing learning challenges,

and stimulating extracurricular activities.

Congratulations to our Development Director Krista Gauthier, Gala Planning Committee Sue

Bogan, Phil and Kathleen Coady, and Barb Shea, and their talented committees for organiz-

ing such a lovely evening. Kristin Gorak and our PTO Board have given strong leadership as

we continue to work together to make our school vibrant and affordable.

We are blessed to have the solid support of our parish priests. Thank you, Father Fisher,

Father Smith, and Father Merkle for your prayers and constant support of our parish school.

Our students are very fortunate to have you in their lives.

Finally, words cannot express the gratitude I feel for our faculty and staff. They exemplify

the Spirit of St. Ambrose and make our school a wonderful place for children and adults

alike. We are blessed to have such an accomplished teaching team!

Please enjoy this Knight in Paradise! Thank you for making St. Ambrose School a priority in

your life. May God continue to smile on St. Ambrose School!

God bless,

Barbara Dalmut

Principal

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St. Ambrose School is grateful for the generous support of our

GALA SPONSORS:

Gold

Jorge & Jackie Franchi, Keith & Lisa Phillips,

Chan & Tina Swallow, and Chris & Susie Donohoe

Bronze

Christopher & Michele Robbins, Michael & Eileen Bliss,

DJ & Heather Terreri,

and Shawn & Kristi Howard

Your generous contribution to our 2015 Gala & Auction

has made a difference for the education of all

of our students at Saint Ambrose Catholic School!

THANK YOU!

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Tonight’s Schedule of Events

Doors Open and Check-In 6:00 p.m.

Silent Auction and Dessert Auction Open

6:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Hors d’oeuvres 6:15 – 7:30 p.m.

Welcome Announcement and Invocation by Father Fisher

7:15 p.m.

Buffet Dinner 7:30 p.m.

Dessert Auction Winners Announced

Live Auction Begins 9:00 p.m.

Raffle Winners Announced

10:00 p.m.


Aloha!

Welcome to our island paradise at St. Ambrose! Our Gala team has been working tirelessly to bring you an evening of tropical delights and surprises to make this a remarkable night for you, our guests! Enjoy the delicious food and re-freshing drinks; find a treasure that you must bring home; be generous to our teachers' wish lists; and hang loose with your friends!

This is "A Knight in Paradise!" Your support of our wonderful school through this fundraiser allows our PTO to fund all field trips, school assemblies, teacher bonuses, teacher education and classroom start-up supplies. On behalf of all the teach-ers, students and school families, thank you for your generos-ity tonight and throughout the year!

Mahalo nui loa na ho'olaule'a me la kaua! Thank you for celebrating with us!

Kristin Gorak

PTO President


Dinner Menu

Beverages

Red Wine, White Wine, Beer,

Soft Drinks, Coffee & Tea

Appetizers Cascade of Assorted Cheeses, Tropical Fruit

& Strawberries

Vegetarian Mini Quiches

Spanakopita

Vegetable Spring Rolls with Sweet & Sour Sauce

Main Course Famous Dave's Mixed Greens Salad with Assorted Dressings

King's Hawaiian Sweet Hawaiian Rolls

Sandwich Buns

Cole Slaw

Famous Dave's Georgia Chopped Pork with Famous Dave's BBQ Assorted Sauces

Famous Dave's BBQ Pulled Chicken

Famous Dave's Wilbur (baked) Beans

Dessert Dessert Auction Treats


On behalf of all of the parents and children at St. Ambrose School,

we would like to say

Thank You

to our wonderful Teachers and Staff

for your dedication to our children and commitment to our Faith. We appreciate your

sacrifices in support of Catholic education for all of our children.

St. Ambrose Catholic School Parent Teacher Organization

Officers and Board

Principal Pastor President Barbara Dalmut Fr. Andrew J. Fisher Kristin Gorak Vice President Treasurer Secretary

Michael Thieman Raphael Nkurunziza Sue Bogan

At-Large Members Kate O’Connor (STEM)

Eileen Bliss & Michelle Robbins (Social) Vanilda Salinger-Swett (Service)

Immediate Past President Faculty Representative

Bill Yaglou Marcia Healy


Give the Gift of Catholic Education!

Raise your paddle at the end of the live auction if you would like to contribute to our facility renovation! We have taken good care of the gym facility, trying different sound systems, and babying our heater for 40 years, but the time has come to purchase new heating and sound systems! Join us in keeping our facility a warm and inviting place for our parish – a great place to share spaghetti dinners, coffee and donuts, basketball practices, Scout meetings, as well as our daily school activities. Help us make sure that at the next school concert your children can be heard!


2015 Gala Committees Gala Co-Chairs

Sue Bogan, Phil & Kathleen Coady and Barb Shea

Master of Ceremonies

David Culver (Alum) of NBC Washington

Check-In Team

Carrie Walker, MaryAnne Fomunyoh, Michael Thieman

& Kati Krueger

Decorations Committee

Ida Smith, Julia Hecton, Melinda & Michelle Gomes

Kathy Farrell & Linda Levitt

Set-up/Clean-Up Team

Bill & Carla Yaglou, Eileen Bliss, Kristin Gorak, MaryBeth Brown

James Kidd, Frank & Kate O’Connor, Caryn Graham,

Felicita Minionis, Erin Donnell, Jeanne Furey, Nassia Asgill,

Mitzi Carlin & Margaret Kelty

Beverage Committee

Mark Gorak (Lead), Bartenders: Beth Dalmut, Meghan Shea,

Dawn Westphall, Maria Jeffery, Cynthia Guy & Laura Thieman

Video Presentation: Tien Dao

Webmaster: Anne Fox

Program Designer: Caryn Graham


Auction Tax Deduction Tips

Many people are often curious to know what is tax deductible when you go

to an auction. Here's what you need to know:

* If you donated an item, you can deduct the fair market value of that item

* You are only allowed to deduct the amount for an auction item over the

fair market value. For example, if you win a $100 certificate for $125, you can

deduct the $25. Remember this as you bid because even you if pay over the

fair market value, you are not only getting the tax deduction but you are

also helping our school!

* Any cash donation you make for Fund a Need, the Giving Tree, or to the

event in general is 100% tax deductible!


General Auction Rules

All bids are binding and all sales are final. No exchanges or refund requests will be honored. Auction items must be paid for in full. Please note specifi-cations and limitations carefully. All services, trips, gift certificates, and such must be used within one year of the auction unless otherwise noted, and are subject to availability. Taxes, tips and beverages are generally not includ-ed in restaurant certificates unless specified. Unless specified, dates and times are to be arranged at the mutual convenience of the donor and the buyer. Items will be sold “as is” to the highest bidder with no warranties expressed or implied. No statement contained in the catalog or made orally shall be deemed to be such warranty, representation or assumption of liability. By purchasing, the buyer waives any claim for liability against either St. Am-brose, the PTO, or the donor, and neither the school nor the donor is re-sponsible for any personal injuries or damages that may result from the use of property or services sold.

Silent Auction Rules

To bid, write your assigned bidder number on the line of the item bid sheet. Minimum opening and increase bid amounts must be adhered to in order to be valid. Announcements will be made ten minutes and five minutes before the Silent Auction closes. Upon closing, winning bids will be circled on bid sheets and the bid sheets will be collected. A carbon copy will remain. No subsequent bids will be allowed. An invoice will be prepared for each win-ning bidder for check-out at the end of the evening in the computer lab.

Live Auction Rules

To bid, raise your paddle in the direction of the auctioneer. The highest bid-der acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. The auctioneer shall have the final discretion to determine the winning bidder.

Bell Ringer Rules

A Bell Ringer is an opportunity for more than one winning bidder for a Live Auction item. Bell Ringers will be limited and unknown in advance. If, at the conclusion of bidding for any given Live Auction item, the auctioneer de-cides to offer a Bell Ringer for that item, the Auctioneer will offer the item to both the highest bidder AND the second highest bidder. If the second high-est bidder still wants to purchase the item, then both the highest bidder and the second highest bidder will pay the price of the second highest bid. If a Bell Ringer is offered to a third bidder, the third highest bidder will be offered the same item at the price of the second highest bid.


Thank You for Supporting Your PTO!

The Gala is the PTO’s major fundraiser of the year that supports many programs, projects and activities at our school. Some of those items include:

Installation of wireless service throughout the school

Purchasing of classroom equipment

Investment in cultural arts with school assemblies and programs

Student Field Trips (including trips to Gettysburg, Philadelphia, Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and a host of others)

Safety Patrol

Shakespeare Festival

Teacher Classroom Supplies

Teacher Christmas and Year-End Bonuses, Diocesan Re-treat Expenses & Teacher Continuing Education

Substantial subsidy to the school in order to keep our tui-tion rates low to provide an opportunity for all

Shop at Amazon and help St. Ambrose School! Simply go to

www.stambroseschool.org, click on the Amazon button and

shop! Bookmark it so you always get to Amazon through our

school link. St. Ambrose will receive a portion of the proceeds!

Please get the word out! The more people who shop at Amazon

through our site, the more the school will benefit!


Premium Bar

Enjoy high-end local brews and high quality

(a point rating of 90 points or more) Caber-

net, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay at this

year’s Premium Bar. Are you a sparkling

wine drinker? Then you will love our addi-

tion of Prosecco to the offerings!

So, for just a $20 donation, you can enjoy

microbrews and finer wines tonight. Didn’t

bring cash? No problem! We can easily

add it to your bill at the end of the night.

Teachers’ Giving Palm Tree

Help our teachers by visiting our

Teachers’ Giving Palm Tree! We

have a variety of supplies and

equipment needs for the teachers

in the Giving Palm Tree. Please

take a look and if there is an item

that you would like to donate to-

wards, take the card from the Palm

Tree, write your name and bid

number on the card and place it in

the basket. The amount will be

added to your bill. Thank you!


March 7, 2015

Welcome and thank you to all of those who are able to make it to

the St. Ambrose Gala of 2015!

My classmates and I would like to thank the PTO, the staff mem-

bers, teachers and parents of St. Ambrose School for the educa-

tion and healthy environment which they have provided to us.

Your donations have helped us to acquire a better education and a

deeper understanding of our faith. Within the past two years, the

school has attained new laptops, a new annex and many other re-

sources which we, as students, are greatly appreciative to have.

Without the help and support, we would not be the same school

as we are today. Everyone has made a difference for the greater

good by changing the way teachers teach and students learn. The

opportunities that are presented for each student create a chance

for everyone to excel academically and spiritually.

All of our memories and great experiences are significantly cher-

ished by all. Thank you and have a wonderful evening!

Leo Club President Bridget May

St. Ambrose Class of 2015


The Inn at Little Washington Raffle

Raffle tickets are being sold during the evening (pay cash or add to your “account”). Drawing will be held after the Live Auction.

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$500 Gift Certificate to The Inn at Little Washington$500 Gift Certificate to The Inn at Little Washington$500 Gift Certificate to The Inn at Little Washington Ticket prices: 1 for $10 | 3 for $20 | 8 for $40

Chef Patrick O’Connell’s inspired American cuisine draws admirers from around the world. His creations arrive at one of the 30 intimate tables as if

served by invisible hands, each course more dazzling than the last.

Who wouldn’t love this prize for a special dinner on a special occasion!

Winner must be present to win.

Donated by Mrs. Mulhern, Mrs. Gallagher, Mrs. May, Sra. Cummins and Ms.

Jacquelyn La Torre

Dessert Auction This evening we are continuing a new tradition of the St. Ambrose Gala -

the 3rd annual Dessert Auction! Instead of a served dessert, members of

the St. Ambrose community and some wonderful local bakeries have

donated a variety a delectable desserts for you to bid on during the silent

auction. Winners will be announced right before the live auction so you

can enjoy dessert while you bid!

Here are some tips:

*There will be no dessert served so make sure to get your winning bid in!

*Get together with your table and pick a dessert to share! You can write

down all your bid numbers and we will split the total.

* If you bid as a table, assign someone to be in charge of checking the

bidding. Pick a maximum amount that individual is allowed to bid.


Live Auction Items Live auction begins at 9:00 p.m.

Have your paddles ready!

1. Chipotle Fiesta for a Lucky Class With Sra Cummins

Sra. Cummins will provide burritos catered by Chipotle to eat during Spanish class. The fiesta will also include music and videos from Spanish speaking coun-tries. Ole!

Donor: Sra. Cummins Value: $200

2. Preschool Assistant for the Day (morning)

In the month of May, you can be pre-school assistant for the day! You will be able to lead a center time activity, read a story, make ice cream sundaes for snack, assist on the playground, and help the classroom teacher all morning. Open to 6-8 grades only.

Donor: Mrs. Cuccias, Mrs. Hollcraft, Mrs. Murphy Value: Priceless!

3. Preschool Assistant for the Day (afternoon)

In the month of May, you can be pre-school assistant for the day! You will be able to lead a center time activity, read a story, make ice cream sundaes for snack, assist on the playground, and help the classroom teacher all after-noon. Open to 6-8 grades only.

Donor: Mrs. Cuccias , Mrs. Hollcraft, Mrs. Murphy Value: Priceless!

4. Paint a Wall Mural with Mrs. Warnock

Has your student ever wanted to paint the walls of the school? Well, now’s their chance! 4 lucky students will have the chance to paint a wall mural with Mrs. Warnock

Donor: Mrs. Mary Warnock Value: Priceless!

5. Blanket Making Party for 6

Make blankets with Mrs. Dalmut, Mrs. Healy, Mrs. Kelley, and Mrs. Kiernan. Each student will come away with their own fleece blanket that the group will make together. In addition, the group will make 3 extra blankets that will be donated to a children's hospital or someone in need. Pizza will be provided!

Donor: Mrs. Dalmut, Mrs. Healy, Mrs. Kelley, and Mrs. Kiernan. Value: Priceless


Live Auction Items (continued)

6. King/Queen for a Day in Kindergarten

King or Queen for a Day is a very special day for a kindergarten student. They start the day by having a dress down day in something dressy. We give them a crown, scepter, a special robe, and a laminated scroll honoring his/her special day. The crown and scroll is theirs to take home. The student is given the op-portunity to pick a special movie to watch and a special lunch to have with Mrs. Fernandez and one friend. During the day we take many pictures of our King or Queen both individually and with classmates. The student gets to help the teacher by handing out papers and being an assistant as needed. It is truly a memorable and priceless day for any child to have!

Donor: Mrs. Maria-Pia Fernandez Value: Priceless!

7. American Girl Doll With Ballerina Dress

Bring home this beautiful American Girl Doll dressed in a ballerina outfit loving-ly hand-made just for her by Arlene O’Conner, a friend of St. Ambrose!

Donor: Mrs. Arlene O’Conner Value: $250

8. American Girl Doll in Paradise

This doll is just back from the islands and is wearing a moo-moo hand made from Hawaiian fabric. She also comes with sunglasses and a beach hat and includes a beach chair.


9. American Girl Princess Doll

This is Grace, the Doll of the Year for 2015. She has a pink fancy gown with lace and fur and she also wears a tiara.


10. “Frozen” Themed American Girl Doll Handmade Bed

Does your daughter already have an American Girl doll? Then get her the perfect place to lay her doll’s head at night—this lovely “Frozen” themed hand-made bed just for her American Girl Doll!

Donor: Mrs. Sharon Gustafson Value: $150



11. A Tour of NBC 4 Studio with David Culver

Experience the workings of a live NBC 4 News broadcast with reporter David Culver. David will personally tour 4 guests throughout the station in north-west Washington. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of a news broadcast: from the control room, to the newsroom, to the studio. You'll also get to see the NBC News Network newsroom (in the same build-ing). Select dates apply. Transportation to station not provided.

Donor: Mr. David Culver Value: $400

12. Girls Night In For 6 With Barbara Dalmut

Join Mrs. Dalmut for a relaxing evening of good food and conversation in her home. Choose dinner or wine & cheese. The evening includes six guests on a mutually agreeable date.

Donor: Mrs. Barbara Dalmut Value: Priceless

13. Dinner for 6 with Father Fisher

Enjoy a delightful meal at the Parish Rectory with our wonderful pastor, Father Fisher, and Father Smith!

Donor: Fr. Andrew Fisher Value: Priceless

14. Principal for a Day

Wouldn’t it be nice to be in charge of the whole school? Mrs. Dalmut invites the winner to take her job for the day! You will shadow Mrs. Dalmut for the day and learn what it takes to run the school. Some of the perks: blowing the whistle at carpool, leading morning and afternoon prayer on the intercom, visiting classrooms, lunch with Mrs. Dalmut (optional), and a small gift from Mrs. Dalmut.

Donor: Mrs. Barbara Dalmut Value: Priceless

15. An Evening with Jane Goodall - 4 Tickets

Attend a lecture with Jane Goodall at MaryMount University on Friday, April 17 at Constitution Hall. In addition, you will receive two of her most popular books, a stuffed chimpanzee, and a limited edition blanket from the Jane Goodall Institute.

Donors: Ms. Meg Dalmut Value: Priceless!



16. A Day in Paradise - Students Design A Day

In the tradition of Super Day, here’s a chance for a lucky class to design the perfect day at St. Ambrose! With guidance from their parents, teachers, the PTO, and Mrs. Dalmut, they will design a fun-filled day of school! Activi-ties will be fine-tuned to the age and interests of the class, but will include a dress-down day, breakfast treat, games and activities, extra time in PE and other specials, lunch, and NO HOMEWORK!

Donor: St. Ambrose PTO Value: Priceless

17. Pizza Day!

Every class would love this item! Be the hero and give only lucky class some fun in their day!

Donor: St. Ambrose PTO Value: Priceless

18. New Hampshire Lake House #1

Take a memorable one week family vacation and get back to nature at this secluded cottage on a lake in SW New Hampshire, an 8.5 hour drive from St. Ambrose. The House sleeps 11 and has access to the lake (with 13 is-lands to explore) and boating. Donor: Mr. & Mrs. Bill & Carla Yaglou Value: $1,250

19. New Hampshire Lake House #2

If you missed out on the previous house, there’s another chance to bid on a second New Hampshire Lake House right next door! This lake house sleeps 8 and has a large deck with gas grill and a dock with paddleboat, rowboat, canoe and kayaks.

Donor: Mr. & Mrs. Bill & Carla Yaglou Value: $1075

20. Fund-a-Need: New Heating & Sound Systems for the Gym

We have taken good care of the gym facility, trying different sound sys-tems, and babying our heater for 40 years, but the time has come to pur-chase new heating and sound systems! Join us in keeping our facility a warm and inviting place for our parish – a great place to share spaghetti dinners, coffee and donuts, basketball practices, Scout meetings, as well as our daily school activities. Help us make sure that at the next school con-cert your children can be heard! Raise your paddle to support our facility renovation!


Quick Checkout ! No need to stand in long lines anymore at the end of

the night! If you opted for quick checkout and swiped

your card at check in, you do not need to check out.

Simply go through the quick checkout line to pick up

any items you have won during the silent

auction starting 30 minutes after that auction closes.

If you participate in the live auction, Fund a

Need, Teachers’ Giving Palm Tree, or other Gala extras,

your total will be added to your invoice and charged to

your card

without having to revisit the line!

You are free to leave whenever you like!

Gift Card Tiki Take

It’s the Gift Card Tiki Take! For a small donation of just $20, you

get to draw from the pot of gift cards ranging from $10 to $100

(yes, there is a Flynn and O’Hara $100 gift card, and who couldn’t

put that to good use!) Restaurants, coffee, wine, movie theatres,

they’re all in there! You can try more than once and end up with

a nice evening out!


Silent Auction Class Baskets

1009. Everything Lego Basket

All kids love Legos and this basket has a little bit of everything for that special boy and/or girl. Let their creativity blossom while spending hours of fun playing and building exciting new things.

Donor: The Kindergarten Class Value: $300

1001. Spa Basket and Personalized Pottery Plate

Take home this unique and beautiful basket full of spa-related goodies and a personalized pottery plate.

Donor: The First Grade Class Value: $200

1002. Painted Chess Set and Family Game Night Basket

This basket and painted chess set (each chess piece was hand-painted by a different second grader) will give your family hours of fun together. Items in-clude Yahtzee, Apples to Apples, a deck of cards, a $25 gift certificate to Smashburger, and many more items for hours of family fun.

Donor: The Second Grade Class Value: $200

1003. Photo Gift & Basket

This delightful photo project is a must have!

Donor: The Third Grade Class Value: $300

1004. Collage Photo & Movie Night Basket

What a wonderful memory of St. Ambrose—this collage photo includes the children’s favorite locations in school. Plus, enjoy a Movie Night-themed bas-ket which includes items like a movie theatre gift card and popcorn!

Donor: The Fourth Grade Class Value: $200


Class Baskets (continued) 1005. Wine & Cheese Themed Basket

This basket includes a gift card to Total Wine along with wine & cheese acces-sories. Any wine lover will love this basket!

Donor: The Fifth Grade Class Value: $170

1006. Get Fit for Summer Basket

This basket includes a Fitbit activity tracker with a Fitbit wireless scale and other fitness-related items.

Donor: The Sixth Grade Class Value: $200

1007. Spring Break Aquarium Basket

Whether you are heading to the beach or enjoying a "staycation" at home, this aquarium comes fully loaded for a relaxing Spring Break. Includes gift cards for restaurants and Amazon, beach and swimming pool gear, and movie tickets.

Donor: The Seventh Grade Class Value: $235 1008. Cozy Camping Basket

This wonderful basket includes an Outdoor Firepit, with blankets, mugs, hot cocoa, and fixin’s for s’mores!

Donor: The Eighth Grade Class Value: $250

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For the Kids/Family

3001. Claude Moore Colonial Farm - 1 Year Family Membership

Experience mid-eighteenth century farm life with your family. This one-year membership includes unlimited admissions to the 1771 farm site in McLean, Virginia, the market fairs, and farm site special events, as well as a subscription to the bimonthly newsletter and a 10% discount on workshops and gift shop items.

Donor: Claude Moore Colonial Farm Value: $35

3002. Two Tickets to Luray Caverns

Visit one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders in Luray, Virginia. One-hour tours are guided through well-lit, paved walkways into rooms with ceilings 10 stories high! The perfect day trip during a hot Virginia sum-mer as the caverns are a constant 65 degrees year-round!

Donor: Luray Caverns Value: $52

3003. Family Pack - National Geographic Voucher

Experience the National Geographic Museum in downtown DC. It is great for all ages and features a wide range of changing exhibitions, from interac-tive experiences to stunning photography exhibitions featuring the work of National Geographic explorers, photographers, and scientists.

Donors: National Geographic Museum Value: $88

3004. Family Pack - National Geographic Voucher

Experience the National Geographic Museum in downtown DC. It is great for all ages and features a wide range of changing exhibitions, from interac-tive experiences to stunning photography exhibitions featuring the work of National Geographic explorers, photographers, and scientists.

Donors: National Geographic Museum Value: $88


3005. Two Tickets - Newseum

No other Washington, D.C., attraction makes history come alive like the Newseum. See how the media affects our shared experience of important moments. Get up close and personal with historical artifacts. And go un-dercover and behind the scenes in our multimedia exhibits and 4-D theater.

Donor: Newseum Value: $50

3006. $50 to Spend at Splendid Portraits

Capture those wonderful childhood moments! Splendid Portraits specializ-es in children’s photography.

Donor: Splendid Portraits Value: $50

3007. Kids Nite for 2 - Sportrock Climbing Centers

Kids' Night gives children ages 6-14 a chance to experience the vertical world in a safe, comfortable environment. Participants climb for ninety minutes under the supervision and guidance of experienced instructors. Maximum number of participants per registration is 5 kids.

Donor: Sportrock Climbing Center Value: $50

Thank you to Mojy Haghighi at

House of Interiors

5252 Port Royal Road, Springfield, VA

For donating the carpet rolls for our palm trees


3008. 5 Tickets - Daytime Admission Mount Vernon

Visit the Mount Vernon estate on the banks of the Potomac River, home of our first President, George Washington. Your family can tour the mansion, visit George Washington’s tomb, and romp over 50 acres of the original plantation.

Donor: Mount Vernon Ladies Association Value: $90

3009. Four Meal Session - Let's Dish

What’s even better than a fabulous, home-cooked dinner the whole family will love? Knowing that you did not have to prepare it from scratch! At Let’s Dish you’ll put together fresh and delicious family-sized dishes (4-6 servings each) to take home and freeze. Then, reheat and enjoy!!

Donor: Let’s Dish Value: $118

3010. Studio VIP Card - Clay Cafe Studios

Pick your piece, paint it, and the studio will glaze and fire your creation at this award-winning paint-your-own-pottery and glass fusing studio.

Donor: Clay Café Studios of VA Value: $30

3011. Mario Kart Race Track

Donor: Mr. & Mrs. Robbins Value: $100

3012. 2 Tickets - Yorktown Victory Center or Jamestown Settlement

At Jamestown Settlement, prepare to embark on a journey to 17th Century Virginia! The outdoor living history museum shows the world of America’s first permanent English colony in 1607. Then, visit the Yorktown Victory Center, the site of the most decisive battle in the American Revolution in 1781. Your inner historian awaits . . .

Donor: Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation Value: $42


3013. 5 Tickets - Pump It Up Manassas

Perfect for the next rainy day! Take the kids to enjoy the variety of fun rides, attractions and inflatables at Pump It Up!

Donor: Pump It Up Manassas Value: $55

3014. Two Tickets - Six Flags America

This is your chance to ride the Bourbon Street Fireball—the newest and 10th ‘coaster at Six Flags this summer! Must be used between April 2 - July 31, 2015

Donor: Six Flags America Value: $120

3015. One Weekday Session and One 8x10 Print - PaperKite Photography

Capture your gorgeous family with this natural-light photographer who focuses on portraiture of children and families. Gift certificate excludes the months of June and July 2015. Expires May 7, 2016.

Donor: PaperKite Photography Value: $240

3016. 2015 Camelot Community Club (CCC)

The CCC, located in Annandale, VA, has a beautiful pool and is located in a secluded wooded area, located adjacent to the Accotink Stream Valley Park. There are a lot of summer activities for both adults and children: swim and dive teams; adult socials; exercise classes; and swim lessons. This one-year membership is good for the 2015 season and is an entire family membership. Current or previous CCC members ineligible.

Donor: Camelot Community Club Value: $500

3017. Free 2 Week Session - Camp Twin Creeks

Sessions in June, July or August at this West Virginia overnight camp that has

program areas including Landsports, Arts, Watersports and Adventure. Only

eligible for first time families. Limited to one camper per family.

Donor: Camp Twin Creeks Value: $1500












3020. 4 Handmade Knit Sweaters for a Child

Donor: Mr. & Mrs. Gibson Value: $40

3021. Laser Tag Party for 10

Includes party room for 1 1/2 hours, two slices of pizza and unlimited soda for all

10 children, and one game of laser tag for each child.

Donor: Ultrazone Laser Tag Value: $100

Music & Arts 4001. Two Tickets - Round House Theatre Performance of Uncle Vanya

This new version of Chekhov’s classic brings modern language to this timeless

story of relationships and yearning. Good for any Tuesday to Friday evening

performance or Saturday matinee.

Donor: Round House Theatre Value: $100

4002. 2 Tickets - Jammin' Java Show of Your Choice!

Located in Vienna, Jammin’ Java is a nightclub that books a variety of artists and

comedy shows and also, by day, has one of the most active children’s musical

concert series around.

Donor: Jammin’ Java Musical Club and Cafe Value: $60

4003. 2 Tickets - Capitol Steps Friday Night Performance

They put the mock in Democracy! See the hilarious show that received the Washington Post’s Readers Choice Award for the Best Live Theatre in DC.

Donor: Capitol Steps Value: $72


4005. 2 Tickets 2 Tickets - Studio Theatre Show of Your Choice!

Donor: Studio Theatre Value: $100

4006. 4 Tickets Good for Any Performance - Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre

The 2015 summer season includes the musicals The Mystery of Edwin Drood and Catch Me If You Can.

Donor: Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre Value: $88

4007. 1 Ticket - Dinner and a Show - Toby's Columbia

Dinner and a show valid on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Expires September 24, 2015.

Donor: Toby’s Columbia Value: $55

4008. 6 Tickets - The Kreeger Museum

Enjoy a family afternoon at the Kreeger Museum, which rests on five acres of sculpture-filled gardens and is surrounded by tranquil woods. The for-mer residence contains an outstanding collection of 19th and 20th century paintings, including works of prominent Washington artists.

Donor: The Kreeger Museum Value: $60

Get Aways

5001. VIP Tour and Tasting for 6 - Ingleside Vineyards

What a wonderful opportunity to treat your friends, family, and fellow wine lovers to a private wine tasting and tour for up to 6 people at Ingleside Vineyards on Virginia’s historic Northern Neck. Following your private tour is a wine and cheese reception where you taste a full array of Ingleside’s award-winning wines from whites to reds, dry to sweet.

Donors: Ingleside Vineyards Value: $150

5002. Elevation Package - Tasting for 8 at Bluemont Vineyard

Enjoy wine tasting with 280 degree panoramic views of the Loudoun Valley. Food selections like Amish farmers cheese and imported salami are aug-mented with warm baguettes provided by a local bakery.

Donor: Bluemont Vineyard Value: $200


5003. 1 Week Stay - Grand Timber Lodge - Breckenridge, CO

Studio Apartment, available January 8 - 15, 2016

Donors: Dave & Krista Gauthier Value: $1500

5004. Personal Tour of Gettysburg

Guided Tour of Gettysburg National Military Park, 2nd Manassas Battlefield, or South Mountain and Antietam for group of 4-6. Tour is available on Fri-day, Saturday, or Sunday (Spring or Autumn weekends are best). Civil War era marching ration (Hard-Tack and Water) will be provided. Family may want to provide supplemental nourishment as desired. Tour can be tai-lored to fit interests and available time. Don Ditko will pick you up at your home or meet you at St. Ambrose parking lot. Moderate walking over une-ven ground will be required. NOTE from last year's winner: Don provides a very thorough and interesting walk-through of the battle. You feel as if you were right there in the middle of it all. We would definitely recommend this tour to all history buffs. Pat & Gary Kiernan

Donors: Don & Amy Ditko Value: $250

Sports & the Great Outdoors

6001. 1-Week Coach Wooten Basketball Camp (includes overnight)

5 day/4 night session of basketball instruction and fun for campers age 9–18. Their philosophy is to instill in their students the fundamentals of the game along with a proper attitude toward it.

Donor: Coach Wooten Basketball Camp Value: $700

6002. 4 National Mall Water Taxi Tickets

Donor: Potomac Riverboat Company Value: $120

6003. 2 Tickets Beginner Learn to Ski or Snowboard Package at Whitetail Resort

Includes lift ticket valid on Northern Lights, Velvet, Almost Home and Launching Pad Trails, use of ski rental or snowboard equipment, and a group lesson. Available for ages 8 and up. Expires 4/1/2016 or end of '15-'16 season, whichever comes first.

Donor: Whitetail Resort Value: $200


6004. 2 Ice Skating Passes - Fairfax Ice Arena

Donor: Fairfax Ice Arena Value: $25

6005. 4 Grandstand Tickets - Potomac Nationals

Donor: Potomac Nationals Value: $36

6006. Brooks Robinson Autographed Baseball

One of the greatest defensive Third Basemen of all times, who earned the nickname "the human vacuum cleaner". During his 23 year career with the Orioles (1955-1977), he was 18 times voted to the All Star Team, played in 2 World Series (1966/1970), was MVP of the World Series (1970), and earned 16 consecutive Golden Glove awards. In 1977 his number (5) was retired by the Baltimore Orioles, and in 1983 he was voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Donor: Fr. Andrew Fisher Value: $120

6007. Ryan Zimmerman Autographed Baseball

Since his rookie season in 2006, Zimmerman has been a hometown hero (having played at UVA) and a fan favorite. He is a two time Silver Slugger Winner, an All Star Third Baseman, and a winner of a Gold Glove Award (2009). He is a team leader, known for clutch hitting, and famous walk off home runs. Although the "face of the franchise" at 3rd base, he has also played 1st base and outfield when needed.


6008. Craig Stammen Autographed Baseball

Since his rookie year in 2009, Stammen has been a key piece to the National's

bullpen, and two visits to post season play. Armed with a 93 mile an hour fast

ball, as well as both a hard sinker and slider, Stammen is often called upon to

provide late inning relief when the game is on the line. In the 2014 NLDS, he

kept the team alive with three shut-out innings in what is the longest post sea-

son game in MLB history (18 innings). Stammen speaks publically about his

Catholic faith, even making a visit to St. Ambrose school on May 27, 2014.



6009. Jim Hannan Autographed Baseball

One of the aces of the Washington Senator's pitching rotation from 1962-1970.

Known for his hard fast ball as a pitcher at Notre Dame, he went on to play 9 ma-

jor league seasons as a starter, and occasional relief pitcher. He earned 41 major

league wins, and led the Senators with 10 wins in the 1968 season. In 1970 he

pitched a one hitter against the Kansas City Royals. In 1971 he was traded for Cy

Young winner Denny McLean to the Tigers, and later finished that season with the

Milwaukee Brewers.


6010. Ian Desmond Nats Bobblehead


6011. Kevin Seraphin Autographed Mini Basketball

Donor: The Washington Wizards Value: $30

6012. 2 Tickets - Washington Capitals vs. Boston Bruins

Game takes place on Sunday, March 15 at 7:30pm. Seats are section 222. Excellent

view of game play. Club level - which means shorter lines for restrooms, food and

beverages.

Donor: Slapshot! The Caps’ Fearless Mascot Value: $200

School Spirit

7001. Love Photo

Celebrate the class of 2015 from when they were in the 2nd grade with this 12" x 36" photo.

Donor: St. Ambrose School PTO Value: $150


7002. Front Row Seats - Spring Musical

Donor: Mrs. Barbara Dalmut Value: $50

7003. Front Row Seats - Christmas Program


7004. Super Heroes Book Basket

Books to inspire your children - and to inspire you! Great to read aloud at home - One person can make a difference! Includes A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park; Iqbal by Francesco D'Adamo and Ann Le-onor; I am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban by Malala Yousafzai and Christina Lamb; For Freedom: The Story of a French Spy by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley; St. John Bosco and St. Dominic Savio by Catherine Beebe; and Bernadette, Our Lady's Little Servant by Hertha Pauli


7005. Easter Break Chipotle Lunch and Treat

Mr. Scoffone will take 3 students to lunch at Chipotle in Fairfax Corner followed by a treat at either Potbelly or Ben and Jerry's during Easter Break.

Donor: Mr. Dave Scoffone Value: $75

7006. Children's Books - Faculty Favorites!

Including a description from the faculty about why it is their personal favorite!

Donor: St. Ambrose Faculty & Staff Value: $250

7007. Adult Books - Faculty Favorites!

Donor: St. Ambrose Faculty & Staff Value: $120

7008. Writing Basket

Love to write? Whether it be poetry, prose or just your own thoughts, this is the basket where you'll find all you need to put Shakespeare to shame. It includes two writing journals, a book of inspirational quotes, writing advice, an MLA style guide (for those pesky research papers), grammar tips and, of course, something to write with. So forget the computer, and do it the old-fashioned way -- like all the greats who penned before us.

Donor: Mrs. Alexis Greshock Value: $50


7009. Pottery Painting for 4

Join Mrs. Campbell and Mrs. Murphy at Color Me Mine in Fairfax Corner. Choose a piece of pottery for $25 and paint your heart out!

Donors: Mrs. Barbara Campbell & Mrs. Laura Murphy Value: $140

7010. Bowling Bash for 8

Join Mrs. Park and Mrs. Serafin for two hours of bowling and non-stop fun! Includes dancing to fun music!

Donors: Mrs. Cathy Park & Mrs. Jennifer Serafin Value: $150

7011. Child Sized Crocheted Hat and Scarf Set

Donor: Dr. Gail Carome Value: $20

7012. Adult Sized Crocheted Hat and Scarf Set

Donor: Dr. Gail Carome Value: $20

7013. There's No Place Like Home Baseball Basket

Relax with the family; books, games, puzzles and more. Spend some time celebrating the greatest sport of all time.

Donor: Mr. & Mrs. Jim Smith and Mrs. Ida Smith Value: $200

7014. Combined Pre-K (3s & 4s) Decorative Pillow

White pillow with hearts and the children's' hands.

Donors: Mrs. Cindy Hollcraft & Mrs. Linda Murphy Value: $75

7015. Sweet Dreams Basket

Sweet dreams in a twin bed bring characters and colorful shapes dancing

around my head. Give the gift of happy bedding. Your child will celebrate each

month with the whimsical, creative pillowcases. Each is handmade with the

finest quilting fabric from Moda, Lake House Dry Goods, Riley Blake and more;

with colorful, coordinating, Company Kids Classic Percale sheet sets and a 300

thread count sateen hypoallergenic pillow; neatly wrapped in a family basket.

Donors: Mrs. Boyle, Mrs. Rubio, & Mrs. Smith Value: $345


7016. Stella & Dot Gift Collection

Elephant Capri Pouch (clutch), Elephant Printed Scarf, & a Voucher for a personal

styling session with Stella & Dot. The Voucher is for either: A Ladies' Brunch ca-

tered with mimosas, tea, assorted muffins and fruit or A Ladies' "Night In" ca-

tered with wine, assorted chocolates, brownies and fruit. It's your turn to hand

your children over to your husbands, and have some "girl time" with your girl-

friends! Bring the boutique right to your home, and treat yourselves to some

bubbly and accessories. In addition, you'll earn free product credit (which means

free jewelry and accessories!) and items at half off as your friends shop your in-

home boutique. The voucher may be gifted to anyone you choose if you do not

wish to use it.

Donor: Mrs. Stephanie Ly Value: $195

7017. NYR Organic Skincare Collection

Pack of organic facial wipes, Organic Detox tea, Set of wash cloths, and a Vouch-

er for skin consultation and tea time: A wonderful way to de-stress with some of

your friends! Try out a certified organic skincare line that is free of the harsh

chemicals found in drugstore and high-end skincare products on the market to-

day, while munching on some organic fruit and sipping organic tea. Each guest

will receive samples of some of NYR Organic's best-selling products and a per-

sonalized skin consultation w/ product recommendations! The hostess will re-

ceive 2 complimentary gifts, product credit and products at half off as guests

shop. Voucher can be given as a gift, if you choose not to use it yourself.


7018. Basket of Beauty

Over 150 samples, deluxe size/travel size products, and full-size products of the

most popular makeup, hair care, skincare, body care and fragrances on the mar-

ket! Also includes 2 makeup bags. Some of the brands include: Biolage, Sebas-

tian, Juice Beauty, Dior, Smashbox, It Cosmetics, Marc Jacobs, Giorgio Armani,

Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Jack Black, Pantene, Ulta, Clinique, CK One Cosmetics,

TIGI, Benefit Cosmetics, Lorac, and more!



7019. Getting Crazy With the Lunch Lady

Have you ever wanted to jump up and down, scream and NOT get in trouble?

Than this is the party for you! Mrs. Stalnaker, St. Ambrose Cafeteria Supervisor

will host a fun and yummy jumping party at Rebounderz of Sterling. Rebounderz

is an indoor trampoline arena which has superior engineering and maximum

safety. The 2 hour party includes the first 70 minutes of jumping time for 14

jumpers (children and adults), jump socks for everyone, cheese pizza, cupcakes,

water, paper products and game tokens. The date for this extravaganza is Satur-

day, June 6th from 10 AM - 12 PM.

Donor: Mrs. Clare Stalnaker Value: $375

7020. Bishop Ireton Spirit Pack

Donor: Bishop Ireton Catholic High School Value: $80

7021. John Paul the Great Spirit Pack

Donor: John Paul the Great Catholic High School Value: $85

For the Home

8001. One 2-hour Home Organization Session at Your Home

Two hours of consultation/service to assist you with your choice of planning

your next big party or shower, or organizing your home, to include a family or

individual that is downsizing.

Donor: Mrs. Donna Vasilakos Value: $60

8002. Dyson DC40 Origin Vacuum

Donor: Dyson Company Value: $400

8003. For the Home Basket

Pampered Chef 2.5 quart every day pan, Microwave Grips (set of 2), and a small Mix 'N Scraper. In addition, cheese cutting board with knife and cube shelving.

Donor: Mrs. Hollcraft and Mr. & Mrs. Foster Value: $50


Something Special 9001. Navy, White, and Gold Necklace and Earrings


9002. Black and Crystal Necklace and Earrings


9003. Pink Swarovski Crystal Necklace and Earrings


9004. 9” Rosewood Crucifix with Silver Corpus and

Lady of Grace Medallion

Donor: The Paschal Lamb Value: $36

9005. 36" Fresh Water Black Pearl Necklace

This gorgeous necklace is the perfect gift for that special woman in your life.

Donor: Mrs. Gabriela Merida Value: $180

9006. Nani Wahine Basket "Beautiful Woman"

Luxurious Hawaiian delights for her - bath and body lotions, soaps, chocolates, coffee and candles.

Donor: Anonymous Value: $45

9007. Framed Beatles Yellow Submarine Postage Stamp

The United States Postal Service released the adorable Yellow Subma-rine postage stamp as part of the Celebrate the Century commemora-tive stamp program in 1999.

Donor: A Beatles Fan in Annandale Value: $25

9008. Quartz Gemstone Ring

Mark 925 Made in Thailand. 10 round faceted white quartz. Size 5, weighs 2.08 grams.

Donors: Mr. & Mrs. Jim Hannan Value: $50

9009. Vintage Wedding Band

10k yellow gold. White gold on top with diamond chip. Size 6 1/2, weighs 1.00 grams.



9010. Mohave Green Turquoise Ring

Clear topaz on each side. 925 silver with platinum plating. Size 9, weighs 4.58 grams.


9011. Diamond Pendant

10k yellow and white gold. Diamond is small with white gold illusions. 10k 18 inch fine chain.


9012. 3 Diamonds in Silver Ring

925 silver - 3 tiny diamonds. Size 7, weighs 1.47 grams.


9013. Large Cameo Necklace

Costume jewelry, no markings. Could be worn with a ribbon. Gold tone chain 26" long.


9014. Vintage Wedding Band

10k yellow gold. Very small diamond in the center, can be worn on any fin-ger. Size 7.


9015. Irish Waterford and Belleek Basket

Set of Waterford Crystal Snowflake Wishes Champagne Flutes, Waterford Crystal Desk Clock, Belleek Vase with Shamrocks

Donors: Mr. & Mrs. Gibson Value: $375

9016. "Mother and Child" Artwork by Brother Cletus Behlmann

This special piece of art measures 21 X 17.

Donor: Anonymous Value: $125

9017. Our Lady of Gaudalupe Fine Art Tapestry

A beautifully illustrated Lady of Guadalupe tapestry wall hanging rendered in shades of terra cotta, sunshine and azure. Size: 26" x 36".

Donors: Mr. & Mrs. John and Joan Baxter Value: $50

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