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Link Community School 23 Pennsylvania Avenue
Newark, NJ 07114 973.642.0529
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Silent Auction
Begins at 5:30 pm and ends promptly at 7:30 pm.
Your bid number is on your name tag.
Write your bid number on the bid sheets next to the items on which you wish
to bid.
Please bid in the increments noted on each bid sheet. (Bidders who have not
followed the increments on the bid sheets will not win.)
The highest bid at closing time is the winner.
Winners’ names will be displayed on the screen in the Prudential Theater at
the end of the program portion of the evening.
Check Out/Pick‐Up of Items
We ask that you pay for your auction items at the Check Out table on the stage
at the end of the program.
Link accepts cash, credit card (MasterCard, VISA and American Express) or
check made payable to Link Community School.
When you pay, you will receive a receipt which you then hand over to staff to
retrieve your item.
Please carefully check that you have the proper items before you leave.
It is your responsibility to retrieve your item this evening, arrange for pick up at
the school or pay/make arrangements to have it shipped to you.
Additional Information
All sales are final. There will be no refund or exchange of items.
It is expected that you will pay for your items the evening of the event,
however if you should need to leave before the end of the event, we will
contact you to arrange for payment and pick up of your items.
We have tried to catalog and describe all items correctly but items are sold “as
is”. No statements contained in the catalog or made orally at the sale or
elsewhere shall be deemed as warranty, representation or assumption of
liability.
In the event of a dispute, the Benefit Committee shall have sole and final
discretion to determine the winning bidder.
Please read the item descriptions carefully, as there may be important
information you should know about the items.
Unless otherwise specified, all auction items and services must be used
within one year after November 15, 2012. However, check the items carefully
for there might be an expiration date that is sooner than one year from the
event.
In some cases, dates and times are to be arranged at the mutual convenience
of the donor and the winning bidder. You will receive contact information when
you pay for your item.
We urge you to consult IRS Revenue Ruling 67‐246 or your tax consultant or
attorney concerning the tax liability of gifts to this event.
If you have any questions about the item(s) you purchased, please
contact Christine Santee, Director of Development at 973‐642‐5343 or
SUPER SILENT AUCTION
01 Fantastic Exclusive Resorts
A one week's stay in a luxurious residence club in one of several great locations:
Scottsdale, Los Cabos, Deer Valley, Grand Cayman Real Del Mar, Snowmass just to
name a few. Expires November 15, 2013. Residence subject to availability. Access
to onsite amenities: concierge and daily housekeeping. Travel expense not
included.
Donors: Janice and Bob Bertoni, Carol and Chris Garavente and Sharon and Ed Reitz.
Values: $25,000
02 St. Thomas á la Ritz Carlton
Escape to the famous Ritz Carlton and leave the world behind. Located on one of
St. Thomas’s best white sand beaches—Enjoy seven days at The Ritz Carlton
Club— in a breathtaking villa which includes: two bedrooms, two bathrooms with
full access to 2 pools. Also includes access to all Ritz amenities: full service salon
and spa, lighted tennis courts and three amazing restaurants. Must be used May
24 ‐ May 30, 2013.
Donor: Janice and Darrin Sokol
Value: $5,000
03 Golf Weekend on Kiawah Island
Treat your favorite golf foursome, family or friends to a great weekend at a three
bedroom magnificent home at the Kiawah Island Club located on a beautiful
barrier island just 21 miles from historic Charleston, South Carolina. Includes a
round of golf, provided by your host, on one of two courses at the Club ‐ either
The River or Cassique. Some holidays and the months of July and August are
excluded. To be used prior to November 16, 2013. Winner responsible for own
transportation.
Donors: Lisa and Steve Celona
Value: $5,000
04 Authentic Feast from Argentina by Link’s Head of School!
Enjoy traditional Argentine food and wines in the comfort of your home. A three
course meal ‐ appetizer of assortment of empanadas, main course and dessert ‐
along with wine pairings to serve 6‐8 people will be delivered to your home on a
date mutually agreed upon by you and the donor. Maria, a native of Buenos Aires,
grew up cooking traditional Argentine fare which is a mix of Spanish, Italian and
French cuisine.
Donor: Maria Pilar Paradiso
Value: $500
SILENT AUCTION
101 “Oh...You Beautiful Doll!”
Here are four beautifully crafted Madame Alexander Dolls to add to your—or
someone special’s collection. Included are Diner Diva, Heidi, American Quilter
and Jack Be Nimble. Delighting girls of all ages since 1923, Madame Alexander
dolls have engaged girls’ imaginations and provided hours of play!
Donors: Eric Ross & Victoria Reitz
Value: $380
102 Deck the Halls
Festoon your home with this great assortment of lovely Christmas decorations to
ensure your halls are decorated for the holiday!
Donor: Sharon Reitz & Eileen McManus
Value: $200
103 Tory Burch Horsebit Black Leather Satchel
Accessorize in style with this gorgeous classic satchel crafted from finely grained
leather with equestrian inspired hardware.
Donors: Renee & Walter Gajewski
Value: $400
104 Natura Bisse...my skin...my secret
Enjoy this basket of Natura Bisse Barcelona skin products plus a ceramic ring
holder.
Donor: Neiman Marcus ‐ Natura Bisse, Short Hills
Value: $900
105 Home for the Holidays
Be festive with more great holiday decorations and some serving pieces.
Donor: Sharon Reitz & Eileen McManus
Value:$180
106 For the Chocoholic
8 individuals will indulge in a private chocolate tasting at The Chocolate Path in
Montclair, New Jersey. This chocolate store is operated by Susan Fine, a 13‐year
Montclair resident who specializes in dark chocolate bars, gift boxes and drinks.
Also included is a basket of gourmet chocolates from around the world.
Donor: Susan Fine, The Chocolate Path
Value: $240
107 Night at the Movies
Here are two full baskets of everything you need to enjoy family night at home!
You will find, in this package, an Old Fashioned Popcorn Maker, Ceramic Bowl Set,
Gourmet Popcorn selection, an assortment of “movie” candy, a Samsung DVD
Player and 5 great DVDs
Donors: Eileen and Jim McManus
Value: $285
108 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Here is a wonderful assortment of Christmas serving pieces for your holiday
entertaining. This assortment includes a platter with stand, snowflake mugs,
appetizer plates and glass ornaments.
Donor: The DeLeo Family
Value: $175
109 The Eternal Flame
Light up your life with this huge basket full of assorted candles for all occasions.
Includes a home fragrance diffuser.
Donors: McManus and Reitz Families, and Ed Halsch, Pinnacle Packaging, LLC
Value: $200
110 Fountain of Youth
Rejuvenation at its best! Treat yourself or someone you care about to a
freshening up session with one of New Jersey’s most trusted and respected
plastic surgeons.
Donor: David A. Lewis, M.D., The Facial Plastic Surgery Center
Value: $500
111 Moves Like Jagger!
Hang this rare, framed poster of Mick Jagger by John Judkins on your wall. This
poster was one of the series produced by the Shop “I was Lord Kitchener's Valet”,
LK48 London, 1969.
Donor: Justin McManus
Value: Priceless
112 A Bonding experience
This astounding fragrance package includes 4four fantastic Bond Street
fragrances: West Broadway, New York Musk, Sag Harbor and New Haarlem.
Donor: Ed Halsch, Pinnacle Cosmetics Packaging, LLC
Value: $930
113 Play Tennis
For the tennis ace...or hopeful! A wonderful basket of items for the tennis player:
Hope Wilson Double Racquet Bag, strings with free stringing by Racquets Etc.,
dampener, wristband, keychain, over grip and The Biometric Black Widow
racquet by Dunlop.
Donors: Marci and Steve Fisher and Racquets, Etc., Westfield, NJ
Value: $225
114 Pamper Yourself
Enjoy a 60 minute facial at Facial Reality in Westfield, NJ. Also includes a basket of
assorted bath and spa products to enhance your pampering experience and a
manicure!!
Donors: Facial Reality Spa, Erin McManus and Victoria Reitz
Value: $125
115 Arts and Crafts for a Rainy Day
What a treasure of rainy day activities a child will find in this basket, including a
special Scooby Doo and other art kits, assorted crayons, markers, scrap booking
scissors and hours of artsy fun!
Donor: Eileen McManus
Value: $65
116 Perfect Styling!
Do‐it‐yourself hair makeover! Which includes the hair essentials to tame your
mane! Carry your items ‐ Professional Straightener, Accessory Comb, Chi Hair
Styling Iron, Sunsponge Custom Self‐tainer, Alterna Shampoo, Heat Protection
Boost System, Spray Finish in a colorful tote!
Donor: Hilary Abramowitz
Value: $235
117 Trump National Golf Outing for Four!
Brilliantly designed Tom Fazio designed course in Bedminster, NJ. 36 holes of
world‐class golf just 40 minutes from New York City. Includes a true foursome
round of golf, complimentary guest fees included, cart and lunch at the famous
course in Bedminster, NJ. Excludes alcohol and tax, and caddie tips. Play Tuesday
through Friday (excluding holidays).
Donor: Jim Polley
Value: $2,000
118 Magic Makeover by VP Salon
Enjoy gift certificate for cut and color and Kerastis hair products and styling brush.
Donor: Victor Passucci, VP Salon
Value: $250
119 Kindle Kraze
The Kindle Fire is a mini‐tablet computer version of the Kindle e‐book reader and
has a color 7 inch multi‐touch display with IPS technology. You can stream movies
and your favorite TV shows as well as Kindle's e‐books. Listed at the best selling
tablet after the IPAD.
Donor: Van Wie Family
Value: $185
120 Urban Delight
For him: Keith Urban’s “Phoenix” cologne and a set of Notre Dame trinket boxes
for his dresser!
Donors: Pinnacle Packaging, LLC; Notre Dame Sports
Value: $105
121 Chloe Calls
The House of Chloe presented this new fragrance as part of its 2010 collection.
Delight your senses with perfume, body lotion and natural spray.
Donor: Coty, Inc.
Value: $285
122 For a good sport
Have loads of fun with your very own volleyball set and other sports themed
items: cross body bags, sports clock, mini‐locker with FM radio, piggybank and
more!
Donor: East Point Sports, Justin McManus
Value: $145
123 Eye on CBS Sports
Enjoy this bag full of assorted men’s and women’s sports apparel—with logos: US
Open, Final Four and NFL.
Donor: CBS Sports
Value: $450
124 Light up my life!
A new twist on a favorite tradition. Create a memory because the best memories
have a scent all of their own…. In this basket you will enjoy over 10 unique
candles, holders and sculptures.
Donor: The McManus Family
Value: $140
125 Fore Your Golfer
Everything your golfer desires! A Cleveland right hand club, Black Pearl Tour Zip
Wedge, Sets of Callaway balls, NBC sports hat, Golf Channel Adidas Storm Jacket
(XL) and Adidas quartz color golf shirt (XL) with an LL Bean Tote.
Donor: NBC
Value: $400
126 Fiesta Time!
Mexican woven bag filled with all the fixings for a fiesta! Includes a Mexican
Cookbook, "Dinner in Mexico", Fiesta Salsa Serving Bowl, Folding Cookbook stand,
Tomato Shaped Trivet
Donors: Friends of Link
Value: $50
127 One book...two books...22 Dr. Seuss books!
A basket filled with books by the beloved Dr. Seuss, along with a backpack to
carry them in!
Donor: The Reitz Family
Value: $250
128 This brew’s for you!
The perfect gift for the beer lover! You will receive a six month membership in
the Micro Brewed Beer of the Month Club, a set of signature Guinness beer
glasses and a 53 ounce Pilsner glass. And we didn’t forget the condiments and
snacks...and even a beer pong set!
Donors: Eric and Ross Reitz, Sharon and Bill Machrone
Value: $300
129 Stick with the Devils!
Own a hockey stick autographed by NJ Devil’s Jacob Josefson, originally from
Sweden and drafted by the NJ Devils in 2009. Known as an excellent 2‐way
players, Josefson began his career in Sweden at age 17 as a member of
Djurgarden Senior Elite Team.
Donor: NJ Devils
Value: $150
130 Summer Fun Basket
Perfect for a picnic ‐ a ceramic platter, plates , wine stopper, charms, napkins,
watermelon themed tray top table, three bottles of Jersey Fruit Wine and a set of
3 serving bowls.
Donors: Eileen and Jim McManus
Value: $175
131 Taylor Made for You
Possibly be on next year’s PGS roster? This package includes a full custom fitting
session at Taylor Made’s high tech performance lab at Galloping Hill Learning
Center in Kenilworth, NJ.
Donor: Taylor Made
Value: $300
132 RU Ready Basketball
See the Scarlett Knights men’s basketball team in action with these four tickets to
a home game (with parking pass) in the 2012‐2013 season!
Donor: Tim Pernetti, Rutgers Athletics
Value: $250
133 NASCAR...Chase to the finish!
Own this NASCAR mini checked flag, signed by many racers from the 2011
Daytona 500 field, including Dale, Jimmie Johnson, Kyle Busch, Tony Stewart and
many more.
Donors: Linda and Eric Krasnoo
Value: Priceless
134 Pretty in Pink
Beauty in a little package! Multi‐strand beaded fuchsia choker by MARK; Judith
Leiber NIGHT Fragrance
Donors: Pinnacle Packaging, LLC and Victoria Reitz
Value: $200
135 Night on the Town
Time for some enjoyment! Here are four tickets to a terrific performance at
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. Either before or after the
show enjoy dinner at NJPAC's Nico's + Kitchen and Bar.
Donors: NJPAC
Value: $500
136 Simply Marvelous
Two Vince Camuto fragrances and assorted spa essentials along with a crystal
picture frame is sure to delight someone on your gift list
Donors: Ed Halsch, Pinnacle Packaging, LLC; Sharon Reitz and Eileen McManus
Value: $225
137 Go, Gang Green!
See the Jets in action, with these four tickets, on Sunday, December 2nd at 1 pm
when they play the Arizona Cardinals at MetLife Stadium. Included is an official
NFL football autographed by D’Brickashaw Ferguson, left tackle for the NY Jets
and former UVA player.
Donor: Matt Hill, NFL; NY Jets
Value: $350
138 Scent of a Gentleman
How manly! For that certain fellow...Calvin Klein Messenger Bag with men's
fragrances
Donor: Coty, Inc.
Value: $240
139 For heart and home
Sweet and serene. Special things for your heart and home along with a Gilly
Hicks sampler of fragrances.
Donor: Friends of Link
Value: $200
140 Late Night with Letterman
Enjoy one of late night's legends: two tickets to see David Letterman at the Ed
Sullivan Theater.
Donor: CBS Sports
Value: Priceless
141 Sports Fan’s Food Fest from Hobby’s Deli
Hobby's Delicatessen and Restaurant in Newark, NJ will prepare their famous
Unbeatable Delicatessen Buffet, which includes top quality meats and cheeses,
fresh rye bread and rolls and side salads ‐ enough for a party of 15. Hobby’s is an
old fashioned Jewish deli and a Newark establishment, rated “Excellent” by
Zagat’s guide and featured on many media outlets throughout the USA.
Donor: Hobby's Delicatessen and Restaurant.
Value: $500
142 Putting Around Scotch Plains
Enjoy a round of golf for four ‐ cart included at this fabulous Scotch Plains County
Course. Basket includes a men’s shirt organizer, Link Community School golf shirt
and other golf related goodies.
Donor: Greg Ward, Kempor Sports, Eric Reitz
Value: $400
143 Galloping Hills Golf Adventure
One foursome at Galloping Hill Golf Course in Kenilworth. Enjoy a round of golf
for 4 ‐ cart included. Includes a gift certificate for a $50 range key at the Learning
Center. Basket includes a men’s shirt organizer, a Link Community School golf
shirt and other golf related goodies.
Donor: Kempor Sports
Value: $450
144 Amazin’ Mets
See the Amazin’s in action with these Two box seat tickets to a NY Mets game in
the 2013 season at Citi Field on a mutually agreed upon date. Excludes: games
with the Yankees and Phillies.
Donor: MLB.com
Value: $250
145 Fine Wine and Dine #1
146 Fine Wine and Dine #2
Have a favorite BYOB? Here are six bottles of June Ray Winery’s signature
Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 to take along and a gift card for $500 for that favorite
place ‐ all for your dining pleasure! June Ray Winery is a Napa Valley Winery and
their wines have been rated highly by wine critics.
Donors: Paolo Sordoni, June Ray Wines; Wendy and Andrew Lacey
Value: $1,100 each
147 Picture Perfect
Capture your family in a beautiful museum quality portrait using this $3,000 gift
certificate for a sitting at Bradford Studios. You will receive am unframed 11x14
portrait . This would include family or individual portraits but not with pets.
Donor: Bradford Renaissance Portraits Corp
Value: $3,000
148 Pandora’s Treasure
A real treasure: a Pandora box leather woven bracelet with murano glass beads
and cubic zirconium.
Donor: Adler's Jewelers
Value: $165
149 Originals by MaLee Bluck
Decorate with these two beautiful ceramic vases ‐ Aztec style by ceramicist
MaLee Bluck. Perfect accent pieces for your home!
Donor: MaLee Bluck
Value: $250
150 An Evening with Verdi
Enjoy your two tickets, Center Orchestra, to the Metropolitan Opera’s production
of Il Trovatore, by Giuseppe Verdi on Wednesday, January 16 at 7:30 pm.
Carmen Giannattasio, Patricia Racette, Angela Meade, Gwyn Hughes Jones,
Marco Berti, Franco Vassallo, and Alexey Markov take on leading roles, with a pair
of star mezzos sharing the role of the gypsy Azucena: Stephanie Blythe and
Dolora Zajick.
Donors: Margo and Frank Walter
Value: $700
151 Take your golf game private
A chance to check out a private golf club in the area! One unescorted foursome at
one of the GCX Private Golf Clubs in the NY Tri‐State Area plus trial membership.
Donor: Tour GCX Partners
Value: Priceless
152 Soccer sensations
A true collectible for the soccer fan—a soccer ball signed by the fabulous US
Women’s Soccer Team!
Donor: U.S. Soccer
Value: $300
153 Major League Soccer ‐ 2013 All Star Package! And Thierry Henry ball!
A bonanza for a soccer enthusiast: four tickets to the 2013 AT&T MLS All Star
Game in August 2013, location to be determined. This package includes a pre‐
game VIP Field Tour and VIP Hospitality as well as invitations to the Game
Commissioner's Party and a post game Celebration Party. Also included is a
soccer ball signed by the famous Red Bulls striker, Thierry Henry. Transportation
not provided.
Donors: David Wright and Eric Krasnoo, MLS
Value: $1,000
154 Go, Chiefs!
For your collectibles shelf—a mini helmet autographed by Willie Lanier, NFL Hall
of Famer, who played middle linebacker for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1967–
1977.
Donor: Matt Hill, NFL
Value: $150
155 Get your game on!
Why limit yourself to one game—enjoy this 7 ft. Swivel (3 in 1) Gaming Table‐
combination table which provides multiple opportunities for family fun—billiards,
air hockey and table tennis. Winning bidder will make arrangements with the
donor for delivery.
Donor: Lisa Kish/East Point Sports
Value: $540
156 Get off the couch and play!
Get off the couch! Turn your family room into a game center with this great 6 ft.
swivel gaming table which includes billiards, air hockey and table tennis. Winning
bidder will make arrangements with the donor for delivery.
Donor: Lisa Kish/East Point Sports
Value: $270
157 Let’s Get Physical!
Get in shape with this three month membership to the New York Sports Club and
some items to help with your workout experience.
Donor: New York Sports Club
Value: $400
158 Sunflowers from Link
Adorn your wall with a burst of glorious color! Professionally matted and framed,
these items are original works of art by Link students.
158A by Ma’sud Sills ‘12 who is now attending Paulo Friere Academy Charter
School in Newark.
158B by Khalif Bass ‘12 who is now attending Science Park High School in Newark.
Donor: Link Community School
Value: $225 each
159 A Taste of Westfield
Dine around town in charming Westfield, NJ with gift certificates to three local
eateries: Theresa's Restaurant (or a sister restaurant), Xocolatz and Cosimo’s.
Take along a bottle of fine wine (included) to accompany your meal.
Donors: The Abramowitz, Fisher and Krasnoo Families; Lisa and Mitch Rubin
Value: $250
160 For your holiday sweet tooth…
Delight in an assortment of six different types of cookies especially made for you
by Link’s Head of School.
Donor: Maria Pilar Paradiso
Value: $300