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Thanks for a Successful Velvet 9 "The Black and White Ball"
November 15, 2007 from Six to Ten pm
at The Warehouse, 58 Fore Street, Portland, Maine
Our largest fundraiser each year is Velvet, an evening of light hors d'ouevres, live entertainment, a fashion show (local clothiers only), and a silent and a live auction. Each service and item is donated by local shops and restaurants that support and understand the importance of our mission. Velvet is a fund-raising and friend-raising event, with all profits going directly toward student scholarships, island upkeep, and program development. With an amazing 80% of our students receiving scholarship monies, Rippleffect relies on the success of Velvet to allow children the opportunity to spend time on Casco Bay. A recent study states that 70% of Maine youth will not have an island experience before they turn 18; Rippleffect is actively working to reduce that number by offering options to families of all economic backgrounds. It is due to Velvet's success that Rippleffect is able to continue its forward momentum and offer dynamic programs to greater numbers of Maine youth.
Items from Velvet 9's Live Auction
Angela Adams Rug
5'x 8' Spike rug, New Zeland wool. A part of the fall collection.
Donor: Angela Adams
Starting Bid: $200
Walking in a Winter-Wonderland!
Treat yourself to a week at Sugarload this winter. Enjoy a beautiful mountainside chalet for 10 any week this winter; including February break.
Donors: Cyrus and Patty Hagge
Starting Bid: $600
Cole Caswell Photograph: Scarborough Marsh View # 1
Large format black and white photograph by local artist Cole Caswell, a graduate of the MFA program and adjunct professor at Maine College of Art.
Donor: Cole Caswell
Starting Bid: $750
Hit the Water for Two
Think Spring! When it arrives enjoy paddling rivers and lakes with two Manatee Kayaks, Paddles and life jackets from L.L. Bean.
Donor: L.L. Bean
Starting Bid: $400
Sunset Wine Tasting on Casco Bay
Portland Schooner Company is prepared to whisk you away with up to 15 guests to enjoy a 3 hour mid-week sail in Casco Bay in May, June, September, or October, 2008. While aboard Eric Fullagar, owner of Freeport Wine and Chesse, will treat you to a customized private wine tasting. Choose from a variety of themes or create your own.
Donors: Portland Schooner Company and Freeport Wine and Cheese
Starting Bid: $500
Scott Potter Decoupage Vase
Elegant, hand-decoupaged glass vase by Scott Potter Designs.
Donor: Scott Potter Designs
Starting Bid: $300
Come Play on Cow Island
Let Rippleffect's captains wisk your party of up to 15 to Cow Island for a day of fun. Kayak, zip line, play volley-ball on the beach, the day is yours to design. Spend the evening if you wish and enjoy gourmet meals provided by our island staff.
Donor: Rippleffect; Ft Lyon at Cow Island
Starting Bid: $600
Louise Philbrick: Mixed media piece
Louise combines thought-provoking, pattern-oriented artistry with piano pieces and parts to create a treat for the eyes; every time you view her work, you see a detail you previously missed.
Donor: Louise Philbrick
Starting Bid: $200
Night Out for the Gals and One for the Guys, Too!
It wouldn't be fair to give the gals a night on the town without doing something for the guys. Catherine Bickford has donated the ultimate ladies night. Take 5 of your friends to Cape Elizabeth of an 'Art Night Out'. Join Catherine at the studio to make everything from jewelry to holiday crafts – she provides food and wine for all.
Guys, while the ladies are having their girls' night, Vignola resturant has something for you and 5 of your friends. Enjoy a six course dinner and pairings of the finest Belgian Beer. A brewer from Belgium will be on hand to describe all the decadent libations to you.
Donors: Art Night Out and Vignola
Starting Bid: $200
Rocky Mountain High
Grab your favorite ten friends and head out West to enjoy a week in Vail. An exquisite Chalet for Ten on the Mountain is yours for a week! (lift tickets not included)
Donors: Frederick and Heather Veitch
Starting Bid: $800
Shopping Spree on 5th Avenue
You and a friend will fly from an airport of your choosing to the heart of Manhattan. Drop you bags for a four night stay at the fabulous Hilton, New York and make you way to 611 5th Ave where your fashion consultant awaits. After your enjoy lunch at one of the stores three restaurants you and your guest will have $1000 each to spend.
Starting Bid: $3500
Contribute to Rippleffect's Scholarship Fund
Bid Incriments: $1,000, $750, $500, $250, $100; you may also make a contribution of another amount by check or charge at Velvet's Registration Desks.
The Ultimate Lobster Bake for 10
Captain Bill Waldron and Chef Stephen Parker have the perfect summer adventure for you. Spend a few hours aboard the Dorothy K with Captain Bill hauling traps. Bring your catch ashore where Chef Stephen will be waiting to prepare a Downeast Feast including; chowder, lobster, corn on the cob and blueberry pie.
Donors: Stephen Parker and Bill Waldron
Starting Bid: $600
Surf and Ride in 2008
Whether you want to ride sideways on the water or in the snow, this package from N'East Magazine and Corduroy Surf Boutique & Gallery will get you there.
Donor: N'East Magainze
Starting Bid: $400
Ben Coombs: Glass Buoy
A Bath native, Coombs drew inspiration from his exposure to the maritime industry for his sculptures. His work can be seen at the Daniel Kaney gallery at 89 Exchange Street in Portland's Old Port.
Donor: Ben Coombs
Starting Bid: $400
Mint Julups, Big Hats and Derby Pie
That's right, grab your polka-dot dress, ladies, and a great hat – and head to the Kentucky Derby! Set off from any airport of your choosing and fly first class to Kentucky where you will pick up your rental car and head to downtown Lexington. Enjoy three nights in a luxury down town hotel, spend the weekend in the best seats in house: 2 Grandstand tickets to the The Kentucky Oaks and 2 Gradstand tickets to the Kentucky Derby are waiting.
Starting Bid: $7,350
Get in The Zone in 2008
Imagine: You start the new year with a private consultation with Dr. Sears, the author of the #1 best selling landmark book "The Zone", and leading authority on health, wellness and nutrition. Take home a bundle of healthy treats from Zone living, and pair your new Zone lifestyle with a year membership at The Body Architect. Enjoy three personal training sessions and a peaceful, positive environment where you can challenge your body and train your mind.
Donors: Zone Living and The Body Architect
Starting Bid: $600
YOU: Tri-Athlete in a Year!
If you want to improve your times or if you have never dreamed you could complete a triathlon, this package is for you. Blog your experience on the Tri-Me website, take advantage of Personal training sessions and all the gear your will need from Peak Performance Sports, then sign yourself up for free at three of Tri-Maine's events including the Polar Bear Tri, The Lobsterman Tri and the Zone-Urban Epic Adventure race.
Donors: Tri-Me and Peak Performance Sports
Starting Bid: $500
Paint Your Favorite Landscape
Renowned local painter Dennis Fournier will travel with you to your favorite destination and paint a custom oil landscape for you. Compensation for travel outside New England will be up to the winning bidder.
Donor: Dennis Fournier
Starting Bid: $250
Mayan Riveria Adventure
Grab your swim suits and sunglasses and hop on a plane at an airport of your choosing. You and a guest will fly round-trip to Cancun. A suite at the Fairmont Mayakboa is waiting for you – enjoy five nights in the heart of the Mayan Riveria. When you are ready for adventure give allTOURnatives a call. The internationally recognized guides at allTOURnatives have a day-long adventure ready for you. Choose from kayaking, mountain biking, zip lining high above the jungle, snorkeling or a combination of activities.
Donor: Private and allTOURnatives
Starting Bid: $3,500
If you are interested in donating a live auction item, please call Sasha or Kristin at (207) 791-7870!
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