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31st Annual Benefit Auction

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  • Rumsey Hall SchoolRumsey Hall was founded in 1900 by mRs. lillias Rumsey sanfoRd. THe coeducaTional boaRding and day scHool wHicH evolved fRom mRs. sanfoRds dReam ReTains disTincT cHaRacTeRisTics fRom iTs eaRly yeaRs. mRs. sanfoRds effoRTs To cReaTe a Home away fRom Home foR HeR young boaRdeRs became paRT of Rumseys HeRiTage. THeRe is a sTRong sense of sTabiliTy and family in THe scHool communiTy Today.

    THe scHool pRovides a wondeRful balance of suppoRT, nuRTuRe and caRe THaT cHildRen need wHile pResenTing appRopRiaTe academic cHallenge and RigoR. THe basic cuRRiculum is designed To TeacH cHildRen To Read, wRiTe and calculaTe pRoficienTly, in pRepaRaTion foR THe pRofound cHallenges THaT awaiT THem in secondaRy scHool, college and beyond. THe idea of HonoR THRougH effoRT is embRaced and effoRT, moRe THan gRades, is THe cRiTeRion foR success.

    enHancing THe academic pRogRam is a bRoad and exciTing specTRum of aTHleTic endeavoRs, oppoRTuniTies in THe aRTs, and exTRacuRRiculaR opTions. academic and non-academic acTiviTies pResenTed in a sensibly sTRucTuRed seTTing aRe paRTneRs in a cHilds developmenT. THe ResulTing well-Roundedness is a cHaRacTeRisTic sHaRed by Rumseys gRaduaTes, and is a common TRaiT in Rumseys diveRse faculTy.

    THe faculTy complemenTs THe TRadiTional sTRucTuRe of THe scHool wiTH THe undeRsTanding THaT cHildRen leaRn diffeRenTly. TeacHeRs aRe encouRaged To be innovaTive and flexible. THey enTHusiasTically accepT THeiR ResponsibiliTy as Role models. THe sTRong TeacHeR-sTudenT RelaTionsHips wHicH develop aRe THe coRe of THe family aTmospHeRe THaT is so pRevalenT on campus. Rumsey is a fRiendly scHool. THe sTudenTs feel comfoRTable because THey know wHaT is expecTed of THem and THaT Help is always available. THeiR success is noT measuRed meRely by a RepoRT caRd. THe self-esTeem and self-confidence of individual sTudenTs aRe Rumseys mosT impoRTanT goals.

    viRTually all of Rumseys families Have ambiTious plans foR THeiR cHildRens educaTion. gRaduaTes conTinually eaRn admission To THe mosT compeTiTive secondaRy scHools in THe counTRy. yeT mosT families will agRee THaT THis Tangible pRoducT of THe Rumsey expeRience is secondaRy To THe lifelong aTTiTudes, values and HabiTs THaT aRe foRmed duRing sTudenTs Rumsey days.

  • October 2015

    Dear Friends,

    On behalf of the Students, Faculty and Staff, welcome to Rumsey Halls 31st Annual Auction, As Time Goes By. This event has become an integral part of the Fall Parents Weekend activities. The spirit of the evening generates enormous goodwill and enthusiasm and sets the tone for the year.

    Your interest and participation will supply the magic ingredients to complement the dedicated work of our wonderful volunteers. I hope you will bid freely and generously, knowing the success of the Auction will have a profound impact on the people and programs of Rumsey Hall. Thank you in advance for sharing.

    Sincerely,

    Thomas W. FarmenHeadmaster

  • Pat Kennedy Lahoud | Senior SaLeS agent SothebyS LitchfieLd county Luxury home SPeciaLiSt18 Titus Road P.O. Box 329, Washington Depot, CT 06794860.868.6925 Office | 203.266.9252 Home Officemaureen burmann: 860.868.6925 | [email protected] | patlahoud.williampitt.com/eng

    Lillias Road, New Milford, $3,900,000

    Beautiful Manor House overlooking Lake Waramaug with beach rights, $3,499,000

    Manor House 450 acres, $19,750,000.00

    Beautifully appointed country home 10 acres and pool, $1,950,000

    Large beautifully renovated country home on Skyline Ridge Road in Bridgewater, $2,200,000

    Private country cottage in with beach rights and close proximity toLake Waramaug, $285,000

  • www. gunnery.org - 860-868-7334 99 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT 06793

    Rumsey Hall Auction - Gunnery ad 4 x 7.8 (AKEK) 09/08/14

  • Development TeamDIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

    caRol maxwell p 07, 09, 15, 17

    DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONJessica lewis

    ALUMNI COORDINATORJoRdan levenTHal 05

    ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO DEVELOPMENTTRisH silveRnail

    Rumsey Circle OfficersPRESIDENT

    Jessica maRullo-dellaeRa p 23, 25

    VICE PRESIDENT/TREASURERdanielle young p 22, 23

    SECRETARYkRisTen bRowne p 18, 22

  • VolunteersJames bakeR p 10

    maRy baRbouR p 14 anne block p 23

    kRisTen bRowne p 18, 22Rick and liz buTleR p 20, 23

    andRea caloRe p 25felipe casTRo

    THeResa ceRveRogaRy cole p 01

    maRie coTieR p 15, 17Tina coucH 94

    valeRie diloRenzo p 15, 18sTeve dodge

    Jacquie dufouR p 18camille dumonT p 18

    diddins eaTonlili dyeR 80 p 19, 22

    susan eksTRandTom and asHley faRmen p 97, 99

    TRevoR faRmen 99TyleR faRmen 97

    gReTcHen faRmeR p 99, 02 Julie fRedlund

    dennis and Julie fulling p 16, 16naTHalie gaggini p 14, 17

    louis gaRdella 72 p 09, 09 fRank 78 and lauRie gavel, p 13

    THien-THanH (diana) genovese p 25Rebecca geRlin p 15

    THomas goRdon 82 p 14Roland and linda gouleT p 01

    maRci gouveia p 21dian gRiesel p 15, 19 cRaig HenRicH p 13, 14

    cynTHia Hill p 04maTT 81 and amy HoenigeR p 11, 15

    cynTHia HoganloRen kagan 01

    sTacey kennedy p 13, 16, 18, 20Tina kim-dowden p 24

    dana kocienda p 19, 21, 23, 24Jen and doug kolpak p 13, 15, 17

  • diana lacasse p 17, 19, 24HeaTHeR leonaRd p 13, 18

    JoRdan levenTHal 05Jessica lewis

    Jake linley p 24gaRy loRd

    kelly mallon p 18RobeRT and kim mandl p 07, 11, 15Jessica maRullo-dellaeRa p 23, 25

    ed masTRianno p 02caRol maxwell p 07, 09, 15, 17

    amanda mcgRew p 14, 17Ted mooRedan mooRin

    kiRby mullen p 15, 17anne muRdica p 24

    alexandRa muRpHy 00 Jon neuHaus 87

    gena newman p 21, 22cHeRyl odonnell

    James paTes, JR. 47 p 86 pam Racevicius p 10, 14, 17TRacey Ramee p 14, 17, 21

    geoRge RoggfRan and wHiTney Ryan p 12, 16

    RosemaRy sagaR p 15, 17 JoHn salvaToRe 86 p 18

    kaRen scodaRiTHomas sHeeHy, iii p 00

    TRisH silveRnaileveReTT smiTH p 04, 05

    nick solley 64 baRbaRa soRosiak p 10, 15, 18

    doReen souza p 20elizabeTH scHeRescHewsky 56 sTouT

    lisa Tanno p 19ann TayloR p 24, 25

    ben and gReTcHen Tuff p 22, 24Hennie and caRla van de meRwe p 16, 20

    Jim veRRasTRo keiTH vidic

    monica vogelsTein p14 Robin weiss p 18

    danielle young p 22, 23 kenneTH young

    sopHy zHang and Jeff li p 18

  • Special GratitudeCULINART

    diRecToR of dining seRvices, maRyann pieRzgaculinaRT seRvices dining sTaff

    MASTER BRANDS WINEHennie and caRla van deR meRwe p 17, 20

    Rumsey Hall mainTenance sTaff

    kp evenTs gRoup

    Donations & DecorationsJessica maRullo-dellaeRa p 23 p 25

    danielle young p 22, 23

    kRisTen bRowne p 18, 22

    THe Rumsey ciRcle volunTeeRs

  • Patron Ticket Levels

    Ambassador $10,000dennis and Julie fulling p 16, 16

    RicHaRd kRameR p 15andRew and monica vogelsTein p 14

    Special Envoy $5,000pHil and gReTcHen faRmeR p 99, 02loRen kagan 01 and nicole Russo

    Jon neuHaus 87 geoRge and ann TayloR p 24, 25

    Attache` $2,500alfRed and maRy baRbouR p 14 xiaoJun Hu and weiyin ma p 18

    Jim and beTH scHecHTeR p 17 nick solley 64

    Patriot $1,500clay and amy bRock p 18

    yong cHeng and Jie cHen p 17lloyd and vicToRia cox p 17

    manuel and Rosa gRullon p 00 edwaRd and kelly mallon p 18

    RoRy mcadam and dian gRiesel p 15, 19luis pieTRini and Tania TopeTe p 17

    scoTT scHeRescHewsky 73 and emma Risley p 20, 23 kuRT and linda soukup p 16

    us TRusTgReg and leslie waRneR p 17

  • eugene and alicia aiTken p 16 James and meRediTH bakeR p 10

    RicHaRd block and anne guRnsey block p 23 cHaRlie and Ridgely bRode p 17

    Jamie and kRisTen bRowne p 18, 22 gaRy and donna cole p 01

    cHaRles and valeRie cRisson p 16 donald dowden and Tina kim-dowden p 24

    JoHn and Jacqueline dufouR p 18 RobeRT and Jodie ellis p 15, 16

    Tom and asHley faRmen p 97, 99 asHley TayloR finkelson 03

    geoffRey and kaRa fosTeR p 17, 19 dennis and Julie fulling p 16, 16

    gaRy and bRooke giese p 23 paT and deedee Hill p 04, 07

    alexandRos and maRia kedRos p 13RogeR and maRie kimmel p 17

    d. JeRemy and diana lacasse p 17, 19, 24 peTeR linn and pilaR sanTos p 10, 24

    feng and luHua lin p 19yuesHeng liu and fangying yuan p 17 gReg and anne elise maTTHews p 18

    edwaRd and maRy miTcHell gp 16, 18, 21 micHael and kaTHleen novak p 13, 18 bRendan and caTe odwyeR p 23, 25

    oliveR RubbisH Removal, inc.paRenTs of THe loweR scHoolfRank and leslie poTTow p 16

    dR. JoHn and sandRa pyne p 16 Jason and wildeR RegalbuTo p 17

    cHRis and Jennie ReHnbeRg p 00, 91, 94; gp 18, 20, 23 byRon and abbe Rupp p 17

    aleJandRo sainz and luz-cecilia mondRagon p 14, 16, 17sTeve and megan scHaab p 17

    eveReTT and liz smiTH p 04, 05 sTeven and JennifeR sTeRling p 09

    JoHn sTouT and lisa scHeRescHewsky 56 sTouT bReTT and deboRaH TRaussi p 17

    JoHn and baRbaRa vogelsTein gp 14zHangwei wang and Tian cHen p 18

    TRacy waRneR p 17deboRaH weinbeRgeR and THomas candRick p 05

    vicToR zabaneH and maRia campos p 15, 17 xiaoyang zHeng and lili xie p 16

    Friends of the Auction

  • James bakeR iv p 10 mclean, va

    maRy baRbouR p 14 sewickley, pa

    gaRy cole p 01leawood, ks

    Tina coucH 94new yoRk, ny

    HeadmasTeRTHomas faRmen p 97, 99wasHingTon depoT, cT

    gReTcHen faRmeR p 99, 02wasHingTon depoT, cT

    dennis fulling p 16, 16 RoxbuRy, cT

    louis gaRdella 72, p 09, 09 RowayTon, cT

    fRank gavel, JR. 78, p 13, 15 newTown, cT

    THomas goRdon 82, p 14 souTH noRwalk, cT

    dian gRiesel p 15, 19 wasHingTon depoT, cT

    cRaig HenRicH p 13, 14 daRien, cT

    loRen kagan 01 pHiladelpHia, pa

    alexandRa muRpHy 00 noRwalk, cT

    James paTes, JR. 47, p 86asHbuRn, va

    RosemaRy sagaR p 15, 17 new yoRk, ny

    THomas sHeeHy, iii p 00 new milfoRd, cT

    eveReTT smiTH p 04, 05 gReenwicH, cT

    elizabeTH scHeRescHewsky sTouT 56bloomfield, cT

    monica vogelsTein p 14new yoRk, ny

    ex officio:

    business manageRkaRen scodaRiwaTeRTown, cT

    diRecToR of developmenTcaRol maxwell p 07, 09, 15, 17 moRRis, cT

    Board of Trustees

    CHAIRMANJon d. neuHaus 87HeRmosa beacH, ca

    VICE-CHAIRMANnicHolas solley 64wasHingTon, cT

    HEADMASTERTHomas faRmen p 97, 99wasHingTon depoT, cT

  • foR boTH live and silenT aucTion iTemsplease mail/scan & email youR cRediT caRd infoRmaTion To:

    caRol maxwell, diRecToR of developmenTRumsey Hall scHool 201 RomfoRd Road

    wasHingTon depoT, cT [email protected]

    CATALOGUE # ITEM TOP LIMIT OF BID

    i desiRe To place THe following bids foR THe Rumsey Hall scHool aucTion To be Held ocTobeR 9, 2015. THese bids aRe To be execuTed up To buT noT exceeding THe amounT oR amounTs specified above. eacH bid is peR loT, as indicaTed, and all bids will be accepTed subJecT To THe silenT and live aucTion guidelines pRinTed in THe caTalogue of THis aucTion. no sales Tax oR buyeRs pRemium will be added To THe HammeR pRice as paRT of THe ToTal puRcHase pRice of THis sale.

    paymenT aRRangemenTs:please pRinT youR name, addRess and TelepHone numbeR below.

    name

    sTReeT

    Town/ciTy sTaTe zip code

    TelepHone numbeR:

    caRd#

    exp.daTe

    i Have placed THe above bid(s) and HeReby guaRanTee paymenT of THe above bid(s).

    signaTuRe

    daTe

    MUST BE RECEIVED BY 4PM EST ON OCTOBER 9, 2015

    Absentee Bid

  • Conditions of SaleTHe pRopeRTy lisTed in THis Rumsey Hall caTalogue will be offeRed and sold by Rumsey Hall scHool. any quesTions sHould be diRecTed To THe scHool.

    1. (a) Rumsey Hall scHool assumes no Risk, liabiliTy oR ResponsibiliTy foR THe auTHenTiciTy oR THe auTHoRsHip of any pRopeRTy idenTified in THis caTalogue (THaT is, THe idenTiTy of cReaToR of THe peRiod, culTuRe, souRce oR oRigin, as THe case may be, wiTH THe cReaTion of any pRopeRTy as idenTified HeRein). (b) all pRopeRTy is sold as is and Rumsey Hall scHool makes no RepResenTaTions oR waRRanTies of any kind oR naTuRe, expRessed oR implied, wiTH RespecT To THe pRopeRTy, and in no evenT sHall Rumsey Hall scHool be Responsible foR THe coRRecTness of THe caTalogue, size, qualiTy, RaRiTy, oR genuineness of THe pRopeRTy. no sTaTemenT in THe caTalogue oR made aT THe sale oR in any bill of sale oR invoice oR elsewHeRe sHall be deemed sucH a RepResenTaTion oR waRRanTy, oR any assumpTion of liabiliTy. Rumsey Hall scHool does noT make any RepResenTaTion oR waRRanTy, expRessed oR implied, as To wHeTHeR THe puRcHaseR acquiRes any RepRoducTion RigHTs in THe pRopeRTy.

    2. any pRopeRTy may be wiTHdRawn by Rumsey Hall scHool aT any Time befoRe THe acTual sale.

    3. unless oTHeRwise announced by THe aucTioneeR aT THe Time of sale all bids aRe peR loT as numbeRed in THe pRinTed caTalogue.

    4. syndicaTing is encouRaged and accepTed.

    5. Rumsey Hall scHool ReseRves THe RigHT To ReJecT a bid fRom any biddeR. THe HigHesT biddeR acknowledged by THe aucTioneeR sHall be THe puRcHaseR. in THe evenT of any dispuTe beTween biddeRs, THe aucTioneeR sHall Have sole and final discReTion eiTHeR To deTeRmine THe successful biddeR oR To offeR again and THen sell THe aRTicle in dispuTe. if any dispuTe aRises afTeR THe sale, Rumsey Hall scHool RecoRds sHall be conclusive in all RespecTs.

    6. on THe fall of THe aucTioneeRs HammeR, THe HigHesT biddeR sHall be deemed To Have puRcHased THe offeRed loT subJecT To all THe condiTions seT foRTH HeRein and THeReupon (a) assumes full Risk and ResponsibiliTy THeRefoRe (b) will sign a confiRmaTion of puRcHases THeReof and (c) will pay THe full puRcHase pRice THeRefoRe oR sucH paRT as Rumsey Hall scHool may RequiRe.

  • 7. sealed bid sale. THe daTe and HouR musT appeaR on THe bid sHeeT To gRanT THe loT To THe fiRsT of duplicaTe bids. in THe evenT of idenTical bids, THe bid wHicH was Received eaRliesT will be THe successful bid. THe HigHesT biddeR on any loT becomes THe puRcHaseR of sucH loT aT THe full amounT of His successful bid, noT an incRemenT oveR any loweR bid oR bids wHicH may Have been submiTTed on THe same loT.

    IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, PLEASE NOTE:

    a) all aucTion iTems and seRvices aRe subJecT To THe TeRms and condiTions sTipulaTed by THeiR donoRs. unless oTHeRwise sTaTed, THe Time limiT on any seRvice, vacaTion Home oR ResTauRanT is one yeaR fRom THe daTe of THe aucTion.

    b) all vacaTions, TickeTs, ResTauRanTs, seRvices, and biddeRs cHoice iTems aRe subJecT To availabiliTy on THe daTe wHen THe ReseRvaTions oR selecTions aRe made. we Recommend THaT ReseRvaTions be made as eaRly as possible.

    c) unless oTHeRwise noTed, all Taxes and gRaTuiTies aRe THe ResponsibiliTy of THe winning biddeR.

    d) paymenT may be made by cHeck, casH, discoveR, visa, amex oR masTeRcaRd and musT be made in full on THe evening of THe aucTion.

    e) all sales aRe final. THeRe will be no excHanges oR Refunds.

    f) unless oTHeRwise noTed liquoR is noT included in ResTauRanT donaTions.

    g) in THe case of an absenTee biddeR, a commiTTee membeR will acTively bid on youR beHalf. bidding will be TeRminaTed once THe absenTee biddeRs Top value Has been ReacHed.

    H) absenTee biddeRs will be billed foR THeiR successful bids and aRRangemenTs To pick up THeiR iTem sHould be done as soon as possible.

  • Raffle Prizes

    First Prizeapple waTcH spoRT 42mm

    Second Prizeapple ipad aiR wifi 16gb

    Third PrizegopRo HeRo+ lcd all-in-one

    dRawings will Take place ocTobeR 9, 2015

    winneRs need noT be pResenT

    all pRoceeds suppoRT sTudenT pRogRams aTRumsey Hall scHool.

  • Live and Silent Auction Guidelines1. fRiday evening, upon aRRival, eacH biddeR will be given a paddle numbeR. THe iTems designaTed foR silenT bidding will be maRked wiTH THe leTTeR s and THeiR caTalogue numbeRs. THe biddeR is To wRiTe His/HeR paddle numbeR, and THe amounT of THe bid on THe bidding sHeeT. you may bid as ofTen as you like.

    2. THeRe will be a waRning five minuTes befoRe eacH secTion of THe silenT aucTion is To end. no bids may be placed afTeR THe final call.

    3. THe successful biddeR musT make paymenT in full aT THe end of THe evening aT THe casHieRs desk. paymenT may be made by casH, cHeck, visa, amex oR masTeRcaRd. please Help us expediTe cHeckouT: a) send in youR cHaRge/debiT caRd numbeR aHead of Time on THe expRess sHeeT pRovided in THis caTalogue oR; b) give youR caRd numbeR wHen you RegisTeR on THe nigHT of THe aucTion.

    4. unless oTHeRwise sTaTed, you may pick up THe silenT aucTion iTems youve won fRom THe Tables aT THe end of THe nigHT oR afTeR THe winneRs Have been confiRmed and posTed. all iTems musT be used by ocTobeR 9, 2016, unless oTHeRwise sTaTed. THe daTes and Times of muTual convenience foR use of THe goods oR seRvices sHould be aRRanged beTween THe donoR and THe successful biddeR and noT wiTH Rumsey Hall, unless oTHeRwise sTaTed. aRRangemenTs sHould be made wiTHin THiRTy days.

    5. in THe evenT of a dispuTe, THe aucTion commiTTee sHall Have THe sole and final discReTion To deTeRmine THe winning biddeR. all sales aRe final, and THeRe will be no excHanges oR Refunds. all TRips and seRvices musT be used by ocTobeR 9, 2016, unless oTHeRwise sTaTed. TRips aRe non-TRansfeRable unless appRoved by THe donoR. please caRefully Read specificaTions and limiTaTions.

    6. donoRs and biddeRs expRessly Realize and agRee THaT Rumsey Hall and/oR membeRs of THe aucTion commiTTee will in no way be liable foR any claims aRising fRom THe failuRe To use oR deliveR THe pRopeRTy oR seRvices donaTed and will Hold HaRmless THe scHool and sucH peRsons fRom any claim oR damage.

    in ouR sinceRe effoRT To acHieve accuRacy, eRRoRs occasionally occuR. we apologize if youR name oR iTem was lisTed incoRRecTly oR mispelled.

    THank you.

  • Category Closing Times

    8:30 pmfasHion, beauTy & wellness

    epicuRean deligHTsRumsey Hall of fame

    9:00 pmfun wiTH faculTy

    House & gaRden

    spoRTs

    9:30 pmsupeR silenT

    fun & games

    ouTings & oveRnigHTs

  • L4

    Nothing beats being there! Courtside, fifth-row baseline seats at the Arthur Ashe Stadium, Flushing Meadows, NY for the 2016 US Open Tennis Championships are just about perfect. This coveted pair of tickets will be for one session, day or night, the FIRST week (select from the 2016 match schedule) of this Grand Slam tournament. Includes parking pass and access to Aces and Champions Bar & Grill restaurants.

    A gift from Matt Root, parent of Beau 16

    ITMUSTBELOVE

    L1

  • Enjoy a four-hour fly fishing trip with Former Faculty Member, Alumnus and Professional Guide Rob Nicholas 79. Rob will teach you the art of fly fishing while you enjoy a four-hour personally guided tour for you and a friend on the Housatonic, Farmington or Shepaug Rivers in Connecticut. Also included is a Cabelas RLS+ rod and pre-spooled reel with case,

    30-piece trout fly assortment and a large fly box.

    A gift from Former Faculty Member Rob Nicholas 79 and Nell Hardee 80 Nicholas, parents of James 13 and

    Jim Duys, parent of Will 17

    FISHING THE DRIFT FISHING THE DRIFT

    L2

  • Witness one of the best teams on ice with 4 tickets to see the NY Rangers play at Madison Square Garden. Sit center ice in Club Gold Section 117, row 11, seats 1-4 at a mutually agreed 2015-2016 game. Added bonus, take your hockey fans out for a $500 dinner at BEN & JACKS STEAKHOUSE.

    A gift from Greg and Leslie Warner, parents of Amanda 17 and Board Chair Jon Neuhaus 87

    POWERPLAY

    L3

  • Montral, Oui!L4

    Fully furnished 2 bedroom/2 bathroom condo with balcony located in the heart of Quartier des Spectacles Montreals entertainment district and a five minute stroll to Place des Arts, the citys renowned performing arts venue. Comfortably accommodates 4 guests and includes 1 indoor parking spot (for vehicles 202 or less) Available for one week, May 15 through August 15, 2016. Plan your stay during any of Montreals most famous festivals!A twenty minute walk to enjoy the European charm of Old Montreal. Explore 2 miles of underground city shops a few blocks away. Mutually agreeable dates.

    A gift from France Harvey and Fred Bouchard, parents of Calvin 13

  • An American in Paris, winner of four 2015 Tony Awards is one of the hottest shows on Broadway. Enjoy an unobstructed view with your pair of front-row tickets to the 3:00 PM performance on Sunday, January 10th, 2016, with round trip limousine service (8hrs) and dinner after the show at Sardis.

    A gift from Trustee Dennis and Julie Fulling, parents of Michael 16 and Patrick 16

    L5

  • Design A Lower School Dream DayBe Head of the Class for the Day! This important job requires a sense of humor, creativity and tons of energy and entitles the winner to select a theme for the day, mandate school dress, build a special menu for lunch and plan other exciting activities for classmates. Want an extra Art or PE class? How about canceling homework? Want a movie in the MAX? You got it! The possibilities are endless. A one-day-in-the-year opportunity. (No canceling school allowed!)

    A gift from Rumsey Hall Lower School and Friends of the Auction

    L6

  • Director of Admission Matthew Hoeniger 81 will dress in his chauffeur attire, carry books and bags and be your childs chauffeur for the day. He will escort your child in the Rumsey Golf Cart for stylish travel around campus to classes, sports and the dorm! Mr. Hoeniger will also take your child and two friends off campus for lunch at Caf on the Green, Washington, CT.

    A gift from Assistant Headmaster/ Admission Director Matthew 81 and Language Skills Teacher Amy Hoeniger, parents of Luke 11 and Lilly 15

    L7

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    Welcome to Boca Grande one of the most beautiful Barrier Islands on Floridas Gulf coast

    Welcome to Boca Grande, located on Gasparilla Island, one of the most beautiful Barrier Islands on Floridas Gulf coast. A visit to Boca Grande will give you the feeling that you stepped back in time to an unspoiled world of charm and elegance. Take a one-week vacation to experience the sugar sand beaches, visit the deep blue waters or lounge around your own private swimming pool. This charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is just a stroll from the beach and the historic village. Be sure to stop by the Gasparilla Inn for a cocktail at sunset and visit the nature preserve just across the drive.

    A gift from Linda Gavel 76 Webb, parent of Charlie 15

    To be used by October 9, 2016 on a mutually agreeable date.

  • Culinary masters Tom Farmen, Rick Spooner and Matt Hoeniger 81, share their secret talents to prepare and serve a special dinner for ten students for a memorable dinner party at the Headmasters House. The chefs will consult to create your students custom menu. This rare occasion will be sure to be long remembered. Only prerequisitebring your appetite and a gang of good friends.

    Date to be arranged.

    A gift from Headmaster Tom Farmen, parent of Tyler 97 and Trevor 99, Master Teacher Rick Spooner, parent of Jason 88, Ali 90, Stephen 94 and grandparent of Noah Linley 23 and Assistant Headmaster and Director of Admission Matt Hoeniger 81, parent of Luke 11 and Lilly 15

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    Pack your bags for a fabulous and luxurious 5-night stay for two (April-October) with round-trip airfare included to Mykonos, Greece, one of the most desired destinations in the world. You will be staying at an upscale boutique spa hotel, Mykonos Grace, which sits on the protected Agios Stefanos beach. Impeccably refurbished, the gorgeous Mykonos Grace delivers a sense of grace and serenity. You will make yourself at home in the spacious and modern rooms, and be able to relax as you take in the incredible view of the sea. When you combine the breathtaking scenery, sophisticated nightlife, picturesque villages and stunning natural surroundings, it creates a formula for an unforgettable Greek holiday.

    A gift from Nick 03 Logothetis and the Logothetis Family

  • The Mid Ocean Clubs golf course, built in 1921, is rated as one of the worlds greatest links and is testament to the genius of its world-renowned architect, Charles Blair Macdonald. Mid Ocean is proud to have been chosen as the host of several major golf events, most notably the 2007 and 2008 PGA Grand Slams of Golf. You and a friend can leave for Bermuda on Friday morning and be on the golf course by 2pm the same dayreturn on Monday and be back in the office by lunchtime! This mini break includes 3 rounds of golf in three days, accommodations, welcome gift, daily breakfast, dinner hosted by the Rumsey Bermudian families plus ground transport to and from the airport. Mutually agreeable dates.A gift from Nicholas and Karen Warren, parents of Samantha 15

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  • TUFF BBQThe only things tuff at this meal are the hosts! Associate

    Director of Admission Ben and Language Skills Teacher Gretchen Tuff will make a scrumptious BBQ dinner for

    your child and three friends on a night of their choosing. The menu is up to your child, but if they pass on the slow-

    cooked, succulent, smoked chicken, they are definitely missing out!

    A gift from Associate Director of Admission Ben and Language Skills Teacher Gretchen Tuff, parents of Wyatt 22 and Maisie 24

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    Tee off for a foursome of golf with Mr. Farmen at the historic Washington Club, CT. Only time will tell who will win, but we already know that everyone will have fun. Regale the tales of the day over lunch before or after the round.

    A gift from Headmaster Tom and Ashley Farmen, parents of Tyler 97 and Trevor 99

  • LIVE LOVELAKE

    Cruise the waters of Bantam Lake on the Sip n Slide pontoon party boat during sunset while enjoying cocktails and appetizers. Dock at a private home and pony up to the Brella Bar. The evening festivities include a catered dinner and games of Bocce and horseshoes. A golden opportunity for a unique 2016 summer party for 14 guests Excludes the weekend of July Fourth.

    A gift from Jacquie and John Dufour, parents of Mia Perrucci 18

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  • Escape with a special someone for an exquisite weekend retreat in luxurious four-poster bed accommodations for two nights at the Mayflower Grace Inn & Spa, just minutes from the Rumsey campus. Forget the world and slip into the relaxed, country estate atmosphere and unwind in the unparalleled spa Vanity Fair referred to as Heaven on Earth. This getaway includes a two-night stay, two spa treatments, breakfast each

    morning and one dinner in the dining room or tap rooms.

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    MAYFLOWER GRACE INN & SPA

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    Dream about making the secondary school search process easier? Director of Secondary School Placement Fran Ryan will accompany your child to interviews for VIP treatment during school visits. Mr. Ryan is an award winning expert in the Secondary School

    admissions industry and has a vast influential

    network. Mr. Ryan will coordinate a custom schedule and accompany your child to

    interviews to connect with the admission decision makers. (Maximum five schools: New

    England/Northeast).

    A gift from Assistant Headmaster/ Director of

    Secondary School Placement Fran and Faculty

    Member Whitney Ryan, parents of Charlie 12 and

    Maggie 16

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  • Experience all Oregon has to offer in a Eurovan Camper! Start your trip at the elegant Portland White House Bed & Breakfast. Then enjoy 5 nights of travel around the Oregon coast in a Volkswagen Eurovan Camper, equipped with everything you need to make your camping trip comfortable and unforgettable. Road Trip Oregon will help build a custom itinerary for your unique interests: hiking, visiting National Parks, surfing, biking or just cruising the spectacular coast-line. Then circle back for a last night at the White House reminiscing about your once-in-a-lifetime trip. Sleeps four. Subject to availability, excluding the month of August 2016.

    A gift from Chris and Amy Conto, parents of Mason 18 and Andrew 10, Road Trip Oregon and Portlands White House Bed & Breakfast

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  • Be part of history with prime tickets to the world premiere performance of Cirque du Soleil's Broadway show Paramour. These four tickets to the Saturday, April 16th, 2016 evening show ensure you'll be one of the first in the world to see the way Cirque du Soleil incorporates their signature acrobatics into a theatrical musical. Also included is an 8-hour round trip limousine service and pre-show dinner at Carmine's Restaurant.

    A gift from Nitya Machribie, parent of Mayela Lumban - Gaol '16

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  • Its time to gather with family to celebrate your Seniors graduation and you need the ideal place to stay. Spend Thursday, June 2 - Sunday, June 5, 2016 in this beautiful bright and sunny Bantam lakefront home (3 bedroom, 2.5 bath plus loft which sleeps ten) with private sandy beach. Dine al fresco on the airy deck just outside the living room. The views are panoramic and the sunrise is always magnificent on the western shoreline of the

    lake just 15 minutes from the Rumsey campus. A gift from Kathy and Chris Hill, parents of Kelly 15 and Samantha 19

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  • You and two friends will play a round of golf with Rumsey

    Alumnus Michael Cornell 84 at the legendary Baltusrol Golf

    Club in Springfield, New Jersey. Baltusrol has hosted 15 national golf championships including the U.S. Open, The

    Amateur Championship and The Womens Open on its world class terrain. Greens fees and lunch included. Find a mutually

    agreeable date during the 2016 golf season.

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  • This fabulous DINNER PARTY FOR EIGHT with guests of honor Headmaster Tom and Ashley Farmen will be prepared by CulinArts Gourmet Chef Mike and stylishly served by staff in your own home. Mike will create the menu including hors doeuvres and a scrumptious three-course meal paired with a selection of wines. The event is to be held on a mutually agreeable date within 2-hour driving

    distance to Rumsey Hall.

    A gift from CulinArts Food Service Director Maryann Pierzga and Head Chef Mike Fiorito

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  • Your child will be the envy of all with permission to skip Formal School Dress and wear play clothes for an entire week! After long nights of studying, your child also gets to sleep-in and miss breakfast for the week. On one morning of your childs choice, Dean of Students Mr. Ketchum, will also extend the sleep-in privilege to their dormmatesand wake to a special delivery from Dunkin Donuts

    (including hot cocoa).

    A gift from Dean of Students Clayton and Language Skills Teacher Claire Ketchum, parents of Tobias 14 and Elyse 17

    DRESS DOWN &

    SLEEP- IN FOR A WEEK

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  • This ten-day Greek vacation on the breathtaking island of Corfu is a dream trip for a large family or group of friends. The stunning home sits at the edge of the Ionian Sea where calm waters lap the terrace. With four double bedrooms and one single, the house easily accommodates nine guests. Organize your own sailing and water skiing jaunts with pick-up from your private jetty. Air conditioning for the summer months and fireplace/ heating for winter occupancy. An easy 2-hour flight from Heathrow or one-hour flight from Athens. Mutually agreeable date for a ten-day stay.

    A gift from Alexandros and Maria Kedros, parents of Eleni 13

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    Kick off Thanksgiving week with a steak from Ben & Jacks Steakhouse before using your four tickets to see the New York Rangers host the Nashville Predators on Monday, November 23, 2015. Sitting on the aisle in the 13th row of Section 101, youll be close to the action as the Rangers defend their zone in the 1st and 3rd periods.

    A gift from Lloyd and Victoria Cox, parents of Tyler 17, Lloyd Bedford Cox, Inc., and Board Chair Jon Neuhaus 87

  • Rumsey Hall photographers will assemble a photographic journal of your childs year at Rumsey including athletics, candids with friends and special events such as Commencement, Track and Field Day, Air Band and the Talent Show. You will receive an album with select pictures that you can share with family and friends.

    A gift from Rumsey Hall School and Director of Communication Jessica Lewis

    A YEAR IN RUMSEY

    PHOTOS

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    Your brand new 2015 50cc retro-styled Midnight Blue Vespa Primavera scooter will take you where you want while turning

    heads on the way. 90 miles per gallon and low emissions make this scooter as environmentally conscious as it is fun. Complete

    with two-year warranty. Maxes out at 40 mph.

    A gift from A Friend of the Auction

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  • Captivating Captiva

    Celebrate the start of Holiday Recess with family at Lands End at the tip of South Seas Island Resort at Captiva Island, FL for a week long vacation December 18-26, 2015. Surround yourself with sun, sand, sea and sky at this Top 10 Beach Resort in a three-bedroom condo which sleeps 6-8 guests, with breathtaking panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico. Whether you plan to play a bit of golf and tennis or just sit on the beach and read a book, Captiva is a wonderful place to relax and spend some quality family time. Several restaurants on the island make going out to eat after a long day in the sun both fun and convenient. A golf cart is also included for transportation around the island and for dolphin watching.

    A gift from Truman 89 and Scarlett Brooks, parents of Samantha 22 and Truman 24

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  • Rumsey Hall Faculty Members Doug Kolpak and John Craft will host a sleepover party in the Magnoli Gymnasium for

    your child and 9 Upper School friends. Activities will include dodgeball, floor hockey, flashlight tag, tennis, basketball,

    indoor rock wall climbing and a movie in The MAX They own the gym for the night! Pizza party included. Dont

    forget your toothbrush!

    A gift from Faculty Members Doug and Jen Kolpak, parents of Jack 13, Eleni 15 and Hunter 17; Faculty Members John and Ros Craft and

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    Upper School Sleepover

    for 10 in the Magnoli Gym

  • NO LIFT LINES. REALLY.

    THE HERMITAGE, an exclusive, four-season private club at Haystack Mountain in southern Vermont, celebrates the outdoors and family fun. This introductory one-year family membership (spouses and their children under 25) provides access to an 80,000 square foot timber clubhouse with restaurants and bars, spa and fitness center, snow sports school, movie theater, bowling alley, arcade and indoor lap pool. The private mountain recreational activities range from Alpine skiing and boarding, to cross country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing, to 18-hole golf on a Desmond Muirhead designed course, to mountain biking and fishing, to seasonally-inspired fine dining, rejuvenating luxurious spa services and much more. Membership includes enjoyment of club amenities and unlimited (plus 50 complimentary ski passes for extended family and guests) skiing, cross country skiing, ice-skating, snowshoeing, snow tubing and unlimited golfing (plus ten complimentary rounds for extended family and guests), fishing and other water sports. Includes a 2-night stay for four at a Hermitage property.

    Notes: Membership is non-transferable, may be applied to future legacy membership, and can be used through October 9, 2016.

    A gift from Michael and Jessica DellAera (Rumsey Circle President), parents of Michael 23 and Abby 25

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  • Treat yourself to the finest in tailored clothing compliments

    of Trinity Apparel Group and Dormeuil Cloth. Hand-

    finished suit with your choice of Dormeuil Amadeus 365

    cloth made to your precise measurements. Come to Trinity

    Apparel Group in Woodbury, CT for your suit and shirt

    measurements.

    In addition you will receive:

    Three (3) Custom-Made Luxury Super 120s Dress Shirts

    Three (3) Handmade, Five-Fold Ties

    A gift from Bill and Karen Kneisel, parents of Grant 16

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  • Take me out to theBalL game

    Four prime tickets to a game at Yankee Stadium during the 2016 regular season. Bring your glovethe best lineup in baseball is sure to put a few in the stands! Seats are located in the exclusive Legends Suite or

    Field MVP sections (dependent on availablilty).

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  • Cruise from Newport, RI on a vintage American wooden yacht, impeccably restored to its original glory. Your captain and crew will help customize your 3-day, 3-night New England excursion for six guests (in three or four staterooms). Jump along the coast, cruise the sound or make a run for a nearby island in a classic from a bygone era. Mutually agreeable dates during the months of June, July, September or October 2016 on a boat from McMillen Yachts Trumpy fleet (dependent on availability), each with its own distinct personality.

    A gift from Elizabeth and Earl McMillen III, parents of Nelson 17 and McMillen Yachts

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  • Every student dreams of this chance. Put your child in charge of Rumsey Hall as

    HEADMASTER FOR THE DAY. Mandate school dress, direct the Faculty and

    take a special trip off campus if you wish. This job requires a sense of humor and

    an abundance of energy. (Sorry kids, no canceling school allowed!)

    A gift from Rumsey Hall School and Friends of the Auction

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  • Holiday Spectacular

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    Nothing is more magical than New York City during the holidays! Start your adventure at Radio City Music Hall to see the amazing Christmas Spectacular from these four prime orchestra seats. (Saturday, December 5, 2015 2:00pm show). After the performance relax in a gorgeous Junior Suite at Le Parker Meridien (56th Street/Avenue of the Americas excellent midtown location with indoor pool and sweeping views of Central Park!). The next morning take in the renowned holiday window displays on Fifth Avenue then wind your way to the Rink at Rockefeller Center through the heated igloo for a VIP skate under the world famous lighted tree where hot cocoa, espresso, freshly baked cookies and ice skate rentals (and a skate concierge) await you!!

    A gift from The Parents of the Lower School

  • The living is easy! Take the family for a vacation at this 4-bedroom cottage on Damariscotta Lake in Jefferson, MEthe perfect setting for a week off. Take advantage of the 2-bedroom guesthouse and bring along a few more friends. The guest cottage features a small galley kitchen, a bath complete with claw foot tub, a queen bed and a separate bedroom with two twin beds. There are plenty of water toys to keep the gang busy - three kayaks, a sailfish, a scull, a canoe and a long dock and a swim float. Go fishing, hiking, swimming or just relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The cottages sit on a two-acre peninsula in the narrows of Damariscotta Lake. A simply lovely spot to kick back and unwind! Mutually agreeable date,

    Summer of 2016.

    A gift from Sandra and John Pyne, parents of Chapin 16

    Calling all MAINIACS: Damariscotta Lake Family Holiday

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  • BreathtakingCabo Casita

    This exquisitely furnished and decorated four-bedroom casita in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico at the Palmilla seaside resort will be your holiday home for one week over Thanksgiving Break (November 21-November 29, 2015). The casita features a beautiful infinity pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean and a stone fire pit to warm you on 'chilly' nights. Guests have use of Club 96, a private beach club where a catamaran can be arranged for charter (for a fee) and Espiritu, the exercise facility. Tee times can be reserved at the Palmilla golf course. Two golf carts come with the casita for easy transportation around the resort. A private concierge can arrange dinner reservations, chef requests, housekeeping, excursions and much more! Choose to feast at the Thanksgiving Dinner in the club or dine at one of the fantastic restaurants at the area hotel.

    A gift from Kurt and Linda Soukup, parents of Olivia '16

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  • Tired of searching for a parking spot every

    morning? Have your own reserved, prime parking

    space at Rumsey Hall for the rest of the 2015-2016 School Year, 24 hours a day, seven days a weekjust steps from the Lower School

    courtyard for easy unloading and loading of kids

    and backpacks. Your family name will be placed on

    a sign so everyone knows the lucky winner. Think

    of how much time you will savePRICELESS!A gift from Rumsey Hall School

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  • Never is the energy in DC more palpable than during a presidential campaign year. This two-night stay for two at the luxurious Mandarin Oriental in an Executive City View or Water View Suite, will put you right in the heart of our nations Capitol. Includes a VIP private tour of the US Capitol along with the use of a private driver/car for one day to travel around the city. Step off bustling Pennsylvania Avenue and enjoy a deluxe pre-fixed menu at Marcels where high profile politicians mingle and acclaimed chef Robert Wiedmaier creates magic.

    A gift from Richard Kramer, parent of Alana '15

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  • Join the Front row Club

    Cheer on your graduate from the best seats under the tentfront row in front of the stage at Rumsey Halls 116th Commencement Exercises on June 4, 2016. Six spots will be reserved exclusively for you and your family on this special day. You can leave the long camera lens behind and truly experience the ceremony and the moment your student

    receives their Rumsey diploma.

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  • Save the Last Dance wiTH mR. faRmen

    Just when you thought it was over, youll have time for one more dance with Mr. Farmen at the Farewell to Farms party on

    Saturday, June 11th, 2016. Savor the moment with the honor of having the last dance with Mr. Farmen at his last major event as

    Headmaster.

    A gift from Headmaster Tom and Ashley Farmen, parents of Tyler 97 and Trevor 99

    This could

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  • 100. SHOPPING SPREE Take the chance to stock up on groceries with a Three Minute Shopping Spree at Washington Food Market. Conducted at winner's convenience. (Restricted items - Beer, Lotto and Cigarettes) A gift from Washington Food Market, Washington Depot, CT

    101. PIZZA PARTY FOR THE DORM Your student and dormmates will enjoy all the pizza they can eat from McGowan's Pizzaland, with plenty of pizza and pop being delivered right to the door of the dorm. A gift from Larry and Karen McGowan, parents of Brady '17, and McGowan's Pizzaland, Monroe, CT

    102. OPEN COURT TIME AT RUMSEY This special pass will enable you to play at any open indoor tennis court at Rumseys John F. Schereschewsky, Sr. Memorial Center during the October, 2015 - May, 2016 tennis season. Court time is reserved through Kenyon Clark. A gift from Rumsey Hall School

    103. RUMSEY'S CELLAR MYSTERY WINE COLLECTION Take home this collection of wines donated as "favorites" by Rumsey Hall Parents and Faculty Members. A gift from Friends of the Auction

    104. COCKTAIL PARTY BARTENDING Bucky Ball, professional local bartender, will tend your bar at your next cocktail party. Up to five hours for 50-60 people within a 25 mile radius of Washington, CT. Gratuity not included. A gift from Bucky Ball

    105. BOOTHBAY, ME Unwind during a week in Boothbay, Maine at this fully furnished / equipped cottage which comfortably sleeps 8 guests. Within easy walking distance to three Boothbay Region Land Trust trails you'll have plenty of ways to relax. Cottage is available June 4 - August 27, 2016, subject to availability. Booking must be finalized before March 30, 2016. A gift from Sara Walbridge, parent of Faculty Member Ted Moore

    106. NEW YORK KNICKS TICKETS Head to Madison Square Garden to cheer on the New York Knicks from your four Platinum Club seats (Sec. 118, row 8, seats 17-20). Mutually agreeable date. A gift from Greg and Leslie Warner, parents of Amanda '17

    Super Silent

  • 107. ST. REGIS MONARCH BEACH Nestled in a hillside, overlooking a private beach, enjoy your weekend relaxing at the St. Regis Monarch Beach resort in Orange County, CA. Your stay at this Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond resort includes two nights in a resort-view signature guestroom and a Champagne Sunday Brunch for two at the Motif Restaurant. Subject to availability (excludes holiday weekends) A gift from Trustee Craig and Sally Henrich, Parents of Jack '13 and Brad '14

    108. SMUGGLERS' NOTCH RESORT, VT Head north for a ski weekend for two at Smugglers' Notch, Vermont which has the fourth largest vertical drop in New England. After you and a guest use the two 3-day, 3-mountain lift tickets & cross country trail passes, you'll head to your studio condo that sleeps four (loft with queen bed plus queen sleeper sofa). Housing includes access to indoor pool and hot tubs. Mutually agreeable date. A gift from Bill and Kristin Okesson, parents of Joey '17 and Tommy '22

    109. STAND UP PADDLE BOARD This rugged, all-around SUP is a great choice for both beginner and experienced paddlers. Suitable for flat-water paddling and small waves, this L.L.Bean 10'4" Atlantic Stand Up Paddle Board includes an aluminum paddle and coiled paddle board leash. A gift from Headmaster Tom and Ashley Farmen, parents of Tyler '97 and Trevor '99

    110. HEARTS AND CLOVER DIAMOND NECKLACE Radiate brilliance with this diamond necklace. Made of white gold with .60 cts of diamonds, it can be worn in two different ways. A gift from M.B. Altman Jewelers, NYC and Tracy Altman Warner, parent of Amanda '17

    111. WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT TICKETS & VACATION PLANNING Enjoy the magic with four (4) One-Day Park Hopper tickets valid at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL. In addition, plan your trip with the help of former Walt Disney World Cast Member/ current Rumsey Hall Alumni Coordinator Jordan Leventhal to create the ultimate Disney World vacation. To maximize your fun the best restaurants, resorts, attractions and entertainment ideas will be recommended. Ticket black-out dates: December 25-31. Tickets have no cash value, cannot be upgraded, and cannot be applied towards a vacation package to meet eligibility requirements. A gift from Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL and Alumni Coordinator Jordan Leventhal '05

  • 112. VIP ACCESS TO STAR 99.9 FM UNPLUGGED Go behind the scenes with VIP access to the Star 99.9 FM Acoustic Sessions. Good for every concert until the end of 2016, your two VIP passes will provide admission to these small, intimate concerts with big name artists. Previous artists have included Andy Grammer, The Fray, O.A.R., Walk Off The Earth, Colbie Caillat, Nick Fradiani, and many more. Includes access to artist meet and greets. Concerts typically held in the Milford, CT area. A gift from Bill and Kristin Okesson, parents of Joey '17 and Tommy '22 and STAR 99.9 FM

    113. BROADWAY BEHIND THE SCENES Take part in a special "insider's workshop" at a Broadway-bound show with two tickets to preview a performance months before it hits the stage. A gift from Eric Falkenstein '84

    114. ANTIQUE PINBALL MACHINE Test your luck with this 1964 "Bonanza" pinball machine, based on the long running TV hit. Completely restored, the game has all new lights, bumpers and a cleaned and waxed playfield. A gift from George and Ann Taylor, parents of Ty '24 and Maddy '25, Robert Graham, and Housatonic Trading Company, Bantam, CT

    115. AUDUBON BIRD PRINT Originally painted by John James Audubon in New Orleans in 1822, this print is one of the New York Historical Society Audubon's Field Edition Fifty Best Watercolors. Having spent years in the field observing behavioral characteristics of the various bird species, Audubon often depicted the birds engaged in an activity unique to that species -- with their wings extended to dry. This activity must occur before the birds can again take flight after diving for food. Matted and framed by Gregory James Gallery, New Milford, CT. A gift from Dan Lufkin, parent of Schuyler '12, Aster Lee '20, and Patrick '24

    116. LADIES' LAKE PARTY Let your hair down and enjoy ladies' night with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while watching the sunset from Sip 'n Slide, a pontoon boat on Bantam Lake. You'll enjoy unwinding and catching up with your 19 friends while sliding into the water from the Sip 'n Slide sliding board! Mutually agreeable date. The first twenty people to sign up with their $150 bid will win this item. A gift from Jacquie and John Dufour, parents of Mia Perrucci 18

  • 117. GIRLS' NIGHT OUT PAINTING PARTY Show your creative side with a night out for six hosted by Lower School Art Teacher Debi Bender. Design your own masterpiece and have a great time doing it. Supplies, instruction and, most importantly, the wine and cheese are provided. Mutually agreeable date. A gift from Faculty Member Debi Bender; Richard and Gena Newman, parents of Charleigh '21 and Jake '22; Jamie and Kristen Browne, parents of Nathan '18 and Madelyn '22; and Shannon '89 and Danielle Young, parents of Noah '22 and Oliver '23

    118. GOODSPEED THEATER Sit back and enjoy a show at the historic Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam, CT. Goodspeed has achieved international acclaim as the Home of Musical Theater. This package includes four orchestra tickets to a show during the April - November 2016 season. A gift from former Trustee Lynette and Linc Cornell, parents of Linc '72, Steven '74, and Michael '84 Cornell and Melinda Cornell '86 Moran and grandparents of Christina '06, Nick '08, and Alec '11 Cornell and Colby Moran '17

    119. HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE FOR TWO Take a memorable flight with a special someone over central Connecticut with Frank Bart, expert hot air ballooning pilot. Enjoy this one-hour ride complete with champagne and guaranteed spectacular views. Launch and landing sights to be determined by wind direction on day of flight, on a mutually agreeable date. A gift from Friends of the Auction.

    120. FORE! PLUS FOUR FOR DINNER Head to The Gold Club at Oxford Greens, rated "#4 Best Public Golf Course in CT" by GOLFWEEK Magazine and Golf.com, for a foursome of golf. After playing the par-72 course, you'll savor a classic prime aged steak dinner with all the traditional trappings, paired with red wine and prepared by master chef Bill Okesson. Mutually agreeable date. A gift from Bill and Kristin Okesson, parents of Joey '17 and Tommy '22

    121. INDIGO BLUE Dress your table with your new Shibori tablecloth and set of dishes. The indigo tablecloth, made using an ancient Japanese hand-dying technique, will be sure to draw compliments from all of your guests. Tablecloth measures 57x 81. A gift from Shengzhu Bernardin, parent of Phoenix 18 and Kangdrake 20 and a Friend of the Auction

  • 122. BASALT, CO Located across the street from the Frying Pan River, your 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom cabin in Basalt, Colorado is less than a 25 minute drive from Aspen, Aspen Highlands, Snowmass, and Buttermilk ski resorts. Surrounded by mountains, youll be within walking distance to restaurants - a great base for skiing in the winter and outdoor sports in the summer. The cabin sleeps 6 (1 queen, 2 singles ground floor, 1 queen in finished basement). Subject to availability. A gift from former Faculty Member Scott Schereschewsky 73 and Emma Risley, parents of Julia 20 and Liam 23

    123. ALL ABOARD! Hand painted by local artist Pat Damiani as part of the All Aboard Litchfield County collaborative art project. This 5 train engine features designs of classic games such as chinese checkers, badminton, cribbage and even a playable checkers board. A gift from The Silly Sprout, Litchfield, CT and Michael and Jessica DellAera (Rumsey Circle President), parents of Michael 23 and Abigail 25

    200. HOCKEY WITH TED MOORE Faculty Member and Head Boys' Varsity Hockey Coach Ted Moore will take your student and two friends to a Hartford Wolf Pack hockey game during the 2015-2016 season. Date to be mutually determined. A gift from Faculty Member Ted Moore and the Hartford Wolf Pack, Hartford, CT

    201 MRS. SAXE - R - DAY! Take a special trip to a local orchard to pick fresh apples and bake an apple pie! Create a special fall-themed adventure with Ist Form teacher Mrs. Saxe, on a Saturday. Mrs. Saxe will help you customize your students fun-filled day of activities. A gift from Faculty Member Karen Saxe

    202. RUMSEY PRO-AM GOLF TRIP Faculty Member Doug Kolpak will hit the links with three students for an 18-hole round of golf and lunch at the historic Washington Club, CT. A gift from Faculty Members Doug and Jen Kolpak, parents of Jack '13, Eleni '15 and Hunter '17

    Fun with Faculty

  • 203. A LOWER SCHOOL CHILD'S WEEK OF PLAY CLOTHES Your Lower School child will acquire legendary status in class upon winning the right to choose five days throughout the school year when the entire class can wear play clothes to school! Trade khakis for sweats, collared shirts for tees, and the morning rush to get dressed for relaxation and comfort. A gift from Rumsey Hall School

    204. BREAKFAST BY BRENNER Mr. Brenner will cook breakfast in your child's classroom during first period on the school day of their choice. The winner of this item will help Mr. Brenner plan the menu- Scrambled eggs? Bagels? Sausage? Chocolate chip pancakes? Donuts? The options are endless. What a great way to start a school day! A gift from Head of Lower School Rob Brenner and Faculty Member Willow Brenner, parents of Emmalyn 14, Cazden 17, and Sagely 19

    205. GET YOUR COOKIE ON! Trish Silvernail will bake her exceptional Blue Ribbon cookies for your child once a term for the Fall, Winter and Spring Terms. P.S. Her infamous Peanut Butter Blossoms are a hit on campus. Get your cookie on! A gift from Staff Member Trish Silvernail

    206. CAKE FOR THE DORM Admission Office Staff Member Cynthia Hogan will bake a cake for your child and their dormmates. Let your child know you're thinking of them and help them beat the winter blues, say hello to spring, have a happy birthday, or any other occasion you can think of! A gift from Staff Member Cynthia Hogan

    207. SLIP 'N SLIDE WITH THE BUTLERS Speed down the Seibert Field hill on a slip 'n slide with 20 friends and Faculty Members Rick and Liz Butler. Refuel with a pizza dinner. To be held on a mutually agreeable date in Spring 2016. A gift from Faculty Members Rick and Liz Butler, parents of Erin '20 and Abby '23

    208. BAKE COOKIES WITH MRS. FARMEN Meet Mrs. Farmen in her kitchen to learn the secret recipe for her famous chocolate chip cookies. Top off the fruits of your baking labors with Orangina and Arethusa ice cream! If, by chance, there are leftover cookies, depart with a to-go bag! For a group of eight. A gift from Headmaster Tom and Ashley Farmen, parents of Tyler '97 and Trevor '99

  • 209. BOYS' OVERNIGHT IN LUFKIN RINK Skating, broomball, freeze tag and more are options for your son and nine friends to play as they spend the night in Lufkin Rink the possibilities are endless! With time on the ice and a pizza party, theyll run out of energy before they run out of things to do. A gift from Faculty Member Craig Naclerio 05 and Rumsey Hall School

    210. GIRLS' OVERNIGHT IN LUFKIN RINK Skating, broomball, freeze tag and more are options for your daughter and nine friends to play as they spend the night in Lufkin Rinkthe possibilites are endless! With time on the ice and a pizza party, theyll run out of energy before they run out of things to do. A gift from Faculty Members Tiffany Bichrest, Georgina Duff and Rumsey Hall School

    211. FISHING WITH FACULTY MEMBERS GEAGAN AND KINSELLA Spend a morning on the Long Island Sound with Faculty Members Tom Geagan and Sean Kinsella on a private, chartered boat. They'll board the Sunbeam VI at Captain John's Sport Fishing Center and compete to catch the biggest fish! Mutually agreeable date. A gift from Faculty Member Thomas Geagan, parent of Claire '13 and Rachel '16 and Faculty Member Sean Kinsella, parent of Liam '22 and Phoebe '23

    212. GET GLAMMED FOR VARSITY BANQUET Director of Development Carol Maxwell will take your daughter and a friend for hair styling and updos at Joe's Salon in New Milford, CT before they attend the Varsity Banquet in May. A gift from Joe's Salon and Director of Development Carol Maxwell, parent of Sarah '07, Margaux '09, Anna '15 and John '17

    213. BOUNCE WITH THE MANDLS Your child will jump the day away when Faculty Members Robert and Kim Mandl take your child and seven friends to a two-hour jump session at SkyZone in Bethel, CT. Afterwards, they'll all have lunch at the Sycamore Drive-In Restaurant before returning to campus. A gift from Trustee Dennis and Julie Fulling, parents of Michael '16 and Patrick '16 and Faculty Members Robert and Kim Mandl, parents of Sam '07, Jake '11 and Lily '15

    214. FRIGHT NIGHT Director of Technology Steve Dodge will take your child and two friends on a Halloween adventure on Friday, October 23rd. After an off-campus dinner they'll head to a haunted house for an evening full of fun frights. A gift from Director of Technology Steve Dodge

  • 215. BASS FISHING WITH MR. MASTRIANNO Spend time on the water with Rumsey Hall Maintenance Manager Ed Mastrianno as your child and a friend spend five hours on a fully equipped Bass boat on Lake Waramaug. Mr. Mastrianno will supply the fishing rods, reels, bait and lunch all you need to do is have fun! A gift from Staff Member Ed Mastrianno, parent of Marissa '02

    300. GOLF AT COUNTRY CLUB OF WATERBURY Enjoy a round of golf for four people including cart service at the Country Club of Waterbury, CT. A gift from Peter and Pam Racevicius, parents of Taylor '10, Sydney '14, and Cameron '17

    301. BOSTON RED SOX WORLD SERIES CELEBRATION PIECE A 3' x 1.5' full-color plaque showing the front page of the Boston Herald after the Red Sox's 2004, 2007, and 2013 World Series Championships. A gift from Peter and Pam Racevicius, parents of Taylor '10, Sydney '14 and Cameron '17

    302. TUXEDO GOLF Take in a round of golf at the historic Tuxedo Club, Tuxedo Park, NY. You and three of your friends will play this spectacular Robert Trent Jones course for 18 holes. Enjoy the beautiful setting and relax with your friends. Your choice to walk or take a cart. A gift from Paula Tocci, parent of Peter 07

    303. YANKEES' TICKETS Bring your glove to the ball game - the best lineup in baseball is sure to put a few in the stands! Take home four premium seats to a game in the 2016 season at Yankee Stadium - left field wall, row one, above the Budweiser Sign. Mutually agreeable date. A gift from Spencer and Carol Houldin, parents of Chandler '13 and Carter '16

    304. TPC BOSTON TPC Boston, host of the Deutsche Bank Championship, is one of the premier golf courses in Massachusetts. You and two friends will play a round of golf with Alum Bill Kelly as well as enjoy lunch and cocktails at this exclusive private club! A gift from former Trustee Bill Kelly '87

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  • 305. GIANTS VS. COWBOYS Witness the Giants take on the Cowboys at MetLife Stadium, NJ on October 25, 2015 at 4:05 PM. This package includes four tickets for level 300, Row 4 seats. Take home a 24" x 18" Eli Manning Lithograph Autographed poster. A gift from former Chairman of the Board P.W. Tate Brown, parent of Daryl Brown '76 Uber, Nicole Barry '77, Monte Brown '78 and Dwyer Brown '81, and the New York Football Giants.

    306. ROWING LESSON 90-minute rowing lesson on the Housatonic River with Garrison Smith, Kent Schools Head Crew Coach for the past 17 years. Lesson will launch from Kent School, CT on a mutually agreeable date. A gift from Garrison and Laura Smith, parents of Ashton '17

    307. FOURSOME AT BULL'S BRIDGE GOLF CLUB Enjoy a round of golf for four people at Bull's Bridge Golf Club, South Kent, CT. Known as 'A Golfer's Club' this Tom Fazio designed course promises a memorable outing. Carts, lunch, and caddies are all included in this marvelous package! A gift from Paul and Tracey Ramee, parents of Hunter '14, Owen '17, and Oliver '21

    308. LESSONS WITH THE BULL'S BRIDGE PGA PRO Three, 1 hour golf lessons from Paul Ramee, PGA Golf Professional at Golf On The Green in New Milford, CT. Visit the indoor golf facility with hitting bays and a customized putting and chipping area with state of the art technology designed to improve your swing. Paul will improve your game or keep you swinging over the winter months. A gift from Paul and Tracey Ramee, parents of Hunter '14, Owen '17 and Oliver '21

    309. NEW JERSEY DEVILS TICKETS Cheer on the New Jersey Devils with these four Club Seats. Includes pregame meal and snacks and dessert during the intermissions in the Platinum Lounge. You'll also get a hand-signed Keith Kinkaid (goalie of the New Jersey Devils) hockey puck. Tickets subject to mutually agreeable date. A gift from Greg and Leslie Warner, parents of Amanda '17 and the New Jersey Devils

    310. PHILADELPHIA 76ERS Be part of the action at a Philadelphia 76ers game. Before you enjoy your four lower level sideline seats, you'll get to watch the pregame shoot-around from the court before the arena doors open and get a pregame photo at center court. Date to be mutually arranged. A gift from Greg and Leslie Warner, parents of Amanda '17

  • 311. NEW YORK JETS AUTOGRAPHED FOOTBALL Show your Jets pride with this laser autographed New York Jets football. A gift from the New York Jets

    312. MATT BARNES AUTOGRAPHED BASEBALL A hand-autographed Matt Barnes baseball. A gift from the Boston Red Sox

    313. VERMONT MYSTERY SKI TICKETS Use these four lift tickets to a Vermont mountain (Stratton, Mount Snow, Okemo, Jay Peak or Killington) and take the family for a downhill adventure! Valid Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. A gift from Bill and Kristin Okesson, parents of Joey 17 and Tommy '22

    314. BRIDGEPORT SOUND TIGERS Watch the Bridgeport Sound Tigers with your group of 14 in a private suite, two parking passes included. Catering is available at an extra cost. Mutually agreeable date. A gift from Bill and Kristin Okesson, parents of Joey '17 and Tommy '22 and 99.1 FM WPLR

    315. CONNECTICUT MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL TOUR Enjoy all of Connecticut's minor league baseball teams with four- packs of tickets to the Connecticut Tigers (Norwich, CT, short-season A league), Hartford Yard Goats (Hartford, CT, AA league) and Bridgeport Bluefish (Bridgeport, CT, Atlantic League). Hartford Yard Goats voucher is for any April/May 2016 home game played Monday - Thursday, excluding Opening Day. Remaining vouchers are valid for any 2016 home game, subject to ticket availability. A gift from the Connecticut Tigers, Hartford Yard Goats and Bridgeport Bluefish

    400. EVENING HANDBAG AND NECKLACES This Sarah Oliver evening handbag, hand-knit with imported Peruvian highland wool, is the perfect evening bag. Also included are two necklaces with vintage pendants by Lisa M. Taylor Designs. A gift from a Friend of the Auction

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  • 401. DAVID YURMAN BRACELETS Add another touch of style to your jewelry box with these Spiritual Beads Bracelets by David Yurman. One bracelet has pink moonstones and the other gray moonstones. Wear as a Pair. A gift from a Friend of the Auction

    402. BLUE DOG SPECIAL Show your united Rumsey Hall spirit. For the man, a pink Vineyard Vines tie with Rumsey Blue Dogs. For the woman, a dog pendant that can be worn as a pin or on the included choker necklace. A gift from a Friend of the Auction and Rumsey Hall School

    403. RELAX AND REJUVENATE Dont worry about shaving or waxing with these six laser hair removal sessions. Take care of the rest of your body with four one-hour deep tissue body massages from licensed massage therapist Joanne Frantzis, a one-hour massage from Walk In Balance Massage and a $100 gift card to The Spa at Litchfield Hills. A gift from Grace Medical Aesthetics, Middlebury, CT, Joanne Frantzis, Walk In Balance Massage, New Preston, CT, The Spa at Litchfield Hills, Litchfield, CT and a Friend of the Auction.

    404. LARGE SAILCLOTH DUFFLE This ultra-durable carry-all is constructed of authentic sailcloth, tanned handles and sharp brass hardware and has a roomy interior with top zipper plus a detachable webbed shoulder strap. A gift from J. McLaughlin, Washington Depot, CT

    405. BURBERRY 'SMALL MACKEN' CHECK CROSSBODY BAG Classic checks lend signature sophistication to a sized-down crossbody bag framed with smooth, buttery-soft leather. A slim crossbody strap adds hands-free versatility and can be removed for a chic clutch style. A gift from Lei Zhang and Jinmei Yu, parents of Tom '20 and Jerry '20

    406. JIMMY CHOO FRAGRANCE SET Jimmy Choo's signature scent is a sensual fruity chypre with top notes of pear and sweet Italian orange, heart notes of tiger orchid and bottom notes of toffee and Indonesian patchouli. Includes one 100 ml bottle of eau de parfum, four travel sized eau de parfums, one bottle of perfumed body lotion and a tote bag. A gift from Pamela and Peter Racevicius, parents of Taylor '10, Sydney '14 and Cameron '17

    407. REIKI SESSION Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. It is administered by "laying on hands" and is based on the idea that an unseen "life force energy" flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. This 60-minute Reiki session with Former Faculty Member Sarah Pickard is the perfect gift for anyone! A gift from former Faculty Member Sarah Pickard, parent of Claire '13 and Rachel '16 Geagan

  • 408. LOUIS VUITTON BAG Designed to perfectly complement your busy lifestyle, this compact but surprisingly functional Louis Vuitton bag is classic without being stuffy. A gift from a Friend of the Auction

    409. PANDORA BRACELET WITH DISNEY CHARM Traditional 7.5" Silver Pandora charm bracelet with heart shaped charm that says "A dream is a wish your heart makes" on one side and light blue stars matching the color of Cinderella's dress. A gift from Alumni Coordinator Jordan Leventhal '05

    410. PANDORA STACKABLE RINGS This set of three stackable Pandora rings will add a bit of sparkle to your outfit. A gift from Alumni Coordinator Jordan Leventhal '05

    411. PREPSTER STARTER PACK Bring some color to your outfit with a Barbour tailored-fit shirt (size XL) and two pairs of checkered socks. A gift from R. Derwin Clothiers, Litchfield, CT

    412. HAND DYED TABLECLOTH This hand-dyed indigo tablecloth with sashiko stitching will complement any table setting. A gift from Shengzhu Bernardin, parent of Phoenix 18 and Kangdrake 20

    413. HANDCRAFTED JEWELRY FROM INDIA The Sagar Foundation is a non-profit society that teaches skills to the women living in the villages surrounding the Sagar School in Rajasthan, India, namely the production of these stunning pieces of jewelry. This effort helps the members of the diverse ethnic and religious groups in the region become better acquainted. Each piece is uniquely designed and crafted with glass and semi-precious metals and stones. A gift from Trustee Rosemary Sagar, parent of Aidan 15 and Sebastian 17

    414. Matching Necklace and Earring Set with Gold Colored Beads 415. Necklace and Earring Set With Raspberry Colored Beads 416. Necklace and Earring Set with Coral and Silver Beads 417. Necklace and Earring Set with Gold Beads and Gold Decorative Pieces 418. Necklace and Earring Set with Ruby and Gold Color Necklace and Gold Color Earrings 419. Necklace and Earring Set with Gold Colored Beads 420. Necklace and Earrings with Pink, Red, Black, White and Silver Colored Beads

  • 421. Necklace and Earring Set with Purple and Silver Beads 422. Necklace with Gold Colored Beads and Gold Colored Pendant 423. Necklace with Gold Colored Beads, Blue Stones and a Gold Pendant

    500. CASE OF WINE FROM HOPKINS VINEYARD A variety case of wine from Hopkins Vineyard, CT, including: 3 - Westwind Estate 3 - Sachem's Picnic 3 - Duet Estate 3 - Pinot Gras A gift from Peter Linn and Pilar Santos, parents of Peter '10 and Uli '24

    501. WAKE UP WITH RUMSEY Wake up with five pounds of Zero Prophet Coffee and these two Rumsey Hall to-go coffee mugs. A gift from Nicholas Benson and Lili Dyer 80, parents of Katherine 19 and Hezekiah 22 Benson and Zero Prophet Coffee, Washington Depot, CT

    502. WHISKEY AND GIN TASTING FOR 10 Spend a night out at the Litchfield Distillery, taking a tour of their production facilities before tasting their gin and whiskeys. At the end of the night, you'll take home a select bottle of aged whiskey. Mutually agreeable date. A gift from Litchfield Distillery, CT

    503. DINNER AND DRINKS AT DAGWOODS Enjoy a meal for two at one of New Milford, CT's hottest new restaurants, Dagwoods New American Lounge. Gratuity not included. A gift from Dagwoods New American Lounge

    504. TWO COOKING CLASSES & 50 SHADES OF KALE Make family dinners more delicious with two cooking classes at Sur la Table. In addition to what you'll learn at the cooking class, you'll try more new recipes with this 50 Shades of Kale cookbook by Ramsey Drew, M.D. A gift from a Friend of the Auction

    505. HALLOWEEN APOTHECARY JAR This decorative jar is filled to the brim with sweet treats. A gift from Lorenzo and Nathalie Gaggini, parents of Juliette '15 and Margot '17

    Epicurean Delights

  • 506. AS TIME GOES BY Just as things get better with age, so do the items in this basket. A gift from Fred and Shannon Greene, parents of Quinn '14 and Riley '22

    507. CUSTOM CAKE OR CUPCAKES Storeybook Cakes of Southbury, CT will turn your child's next special occasion into a fairytale with a custom cake or cupcakes for 25-30 people. A gift from Dana Martinez and Thomas Kocienda, parents of Tyler '19, Nicholas '21, Lucas '23 and Zachary '24 and Storeybook Cakes

    508 MIDWEEK BREAKFAST FOR MOMS Six people are invited to Meraki in Litchfield, CT for coffee & breakfast sandwiches, fresh baked muffins, or scones. A gift from Meraki

    509. HIDDEN VALLEY EATERY BREAKFAST/BRUNCH FOR TWO Enjoy breakfast or brunch for two at Hidden Valley Eatery in Washington Depot, CT. A gift from Hidden Valley Eatery

    510. HIDDEN VALLEY EATERY DINNER FOR TWO Enjoy dinner for two at Hidden Valley Eatery in Washington Depot, CT. A gift from Hidden Valley Eatery

    511. SAVORY DELIGHTS Savor the contents of this basket which includes bottles of espresso vinegar, chipotle infused olive oil and more. A gift from Nutmeg Olive Oil, New Milford, CT and a Friend of the Auction

    600. VINTAGE RUMSEY SIGN Own a piece of history with this vintage "Rumsey Territory" sign from the 1991 Annual Benefit Auction, Rumsey Roundup. Measures 36"x9". A gift from a Friend of the Auction

    601. AUTOGRAPHED TIE Think of Rumsey every time you see this tie autographed by Headmaster Tom Farmen. A gift from Rumsey Hall School

    Rumsey Hall of Fame

  • 602. VINTAGE RUMSEY HALL BANNER Decorate your wall with a bit of Rumsey Hall history. This red and white 5' 8" x 2' 10" felt banner will be a great addition any dorm room. A gift from Rumsey Hall School

    603. RUMSEY PENCIL SCULPTURE Made of Cypress wood and mounted on a bronze bracket, this larger than life 37" Rumsey Blue Pencil Sculpture is an original piece of art by renowned artist Peter Kirkiles. A gift from Peter Kirkiles and Melissa Holcombe, parents of Evan '17 and William '20

    700. "COME ON IN, THE WATER'S FINE" A framed photo of a "No Swimming" sign taken by Carol Wutzl. Measures 10" x 12". A gift from Robert and former Rumsey Hall Nurse Carol Wutzl, parents of Heather Rabideau '90

    701. INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTATION Make your house dazzle with a one hour interior design consultation. Includes paint color recommendations, furniture layout, ideas for renovations, updates for kitchen & bathrooms and suggestions for window treatments. Consultation to be held in your residence in Fairfield County or via Skype if outside Fairfield County. Voucher expires January 2016. A gift from Charles and Debra Lipset, parents of Evan '16 and Debra Lipset Designs

    702. FRAMED "CRADLED" PRINT Hope Mauran's original print, "Cradled" will add a pop of color to your walls. The 16" x 25" landscape painting comes matted in a gold frame. A gift from Hope Mauran, parent of James Walsh '16

    703. POTTING TABLE AND INSTALLATION OF 200 DAFFODIL BULBS Give your green thumb a helping hand with this potting table. Stylish and practical, the potting table has scores of uses including a large work space to re-pot plants or start seeds. Also included is the planting of 200 mixed daffodil bulbs on your property. A gift from Washington Supply Company, Washington Depot, CT and Rebecca Gerlin, parent of Dimity '13 and Tabor '15 Wanag

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  • 704. OUTDOOR WOODEN BENCH Enjoy the comfortable autumn weather while sitting outside on your new teak wooden bench. The bench measures 4 long. A gift from Washington Supply Company, Washington Depot, CT

    705. LENNIE'S FLOWERS Take this beautiful arrangement from Lennie's Flower Shop home tonight. A gift from Lennie's Flower Shop, New Milford, CT

    706. OIL ON LINEN PAINTING Welcome each morning with this 16" x 20" oil on linen painting of a hen and rooster by local artist Alicia Mordenti. A gift from Alicia Mordenti, parent of Liam '22 and Phoebe '24 Kinsella

    707. AMAZON KINDLE AND FIRE TV STICK Bring a variety of entertainment options home with this Amazon.com Kindle Fire HD 6", 16GB tablet, Amazon.com Fire TV Stick and 20 Redbox one-day DVD rental codes. Redbox vouchers expire 5/31/2016. A gift from Outerwall, owner of Redbox and Alumni Coordinator Jordan Leventhal '05

    708. ABSTRACT PAINTING "Exiting the Temple of Mordor" is an 18" x 24" abstract painting by artist Tyler Farmen. Graphite powder and gloss varnish on canvas. A gift from Rumsey Hall Fine Arts Department Chair Tyler Farmen '97

    709. CHINOISERIE VASES A pair of dragon coral porcelain vases designed by Tozai Home. Vases are 23" and 19" tall. A gift from Byron and Abbe Rupp, parents of Harrison '17

    710. WALNUT BOWL This handcrafted 11x 4 walnut bowl is one-of-a-kind piece by master craftsman and Alumnus Woody Mosch. A gift from Beverly and Woody Mosch 62, parents of Ledlie Mosch 92 Pastor and Carter Mosch 97

    711. SHAKER-STYLE BENCH Wooden pine bench handmade by master craftsman and Alumnus Woody Mosch. A gift from Beverly and Woody Mosch 62, parents of Ledlie Mosch 92 Pastor and Carter Mosch 97

  • 800. GOALRILLA MULTI-SPORT ALL SEASON TRAINER This seven-sport Goalrilla training system with rugged dampening net, absorbs and stops drives, kicks, passes, line drives, pitches and shots on the goal while the versatile 7-position rebound net provides a training opportunity. 5' x 5' assembled. A gift from Sportsmen's of Litchfield, Bantam, CT

    801. HOCKEY STICK Start off the hockey season with an Easton E28 Intermediate Flex Elite Edition Ice Hockey Stick and a $20 gift certificate to Dicks Sporting Goods. A gift from Westco, Danbury, CT and Dicks Sporting Goods

    802. THREE ONE-HOUR OPEN JUMP PASSES Bounce as high as you can with three One-Hour Jump Passes to Flight Trampoline Park in New Britain, CT. A gift from Flight Trampoline Park

    803. AMERICAN GIRL DOLL Meet Grace, American Girl's 2015 Girl of the Year! The 18" Grace doll has sparkling blue eyes that open and close, a sprinkling of freckles on her nose and long dark-brown hair with sideswept bangs and a tiny accent braid. She comes with the Grace paperback book and her Paris welcome outfit. A gift from American Girl

    804. PRATT NATURE CENTER BIRTHDAY PARTY Having fun while learning doesnt only happen at Rumsey Hall! Let nine friends help your child celebrate with a birthday party at the Pratt Nature Center. A fun, 45 minute educational session in their Yurt is sure to get the children excited. A gift from Pratt Nature Center, New Milford, CT

    805. QUASSY AMUSEMENT PARK Spend time at Quassy Amusement Park with four all day and four evening admissions (after 5:00 PM). These unlimited ride vouchers will give you an evening of fun and laughter you'll be sure to remember, capped off by a sunset cruise for 12 on the Quassy Queen. All tickets include unlimited rides and (in season) "Splash Away Bay" (boats excluded). All day passes valid every day during the 2016 season, evening passes valid Monday - Thursday in June, July, and August 2016. A gift from Quassy Amusement Park, Middlebury, CT

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  • 806. BIKE HELMET Relax knowing your child is biking safely with this helmet. Sized X-Small, the helmet is blue with an aquatic theme. A gift from BikeExpress, New Milford, CT

    807. TEDDY THE BEAR Need a Hug? You've come to the right spot. This plush bear is 53 tall, super soft, cuddly and will provide a lifetime of unconditional love and affection. Teddy is outfitted with Rumsey gear. A gift from Alumni Coordinator Jordan Leventhal '05

    808. rumseysummer! One fun-filled week at the rumseysummer! recreation program which provides a variety of themed games and activities, swimming, sports and fun and educational field trips. (Program runs from the beginning of July 2016 to early August 2016, five days a week for ages 3-10.) A Gift from Rumsey Hall School

    809. WOODEN TRAIN SET AND TABLE This double-sided play board provides a perfectly sized space for your new large wooden train set. Table measures 50 L x 33 W x 18 H. A gift from The Silly Sprout, Litchfield, CT and Michael and Jessica DellAera (Rumsey Circle President), parents of Michael 23 and Abigail 25

    810. SOCCER EXTREME OVERNIGHT CAMP Your child will hone their soccer skills at Soccer Extreme's week- long sleepover camp. Led by former Yale coach and Rumsey Alumnus John Salvatore, children ages 9-17 will spend the week fine-tuning all aspects of their soccer skills. Camps take place at Canterbury School, CT on multiple weeks during the summer of 2016. A gift from John Salvatore '81, parent of Alex '18 and Soccer Extreme

    811. SOCCER EXTREME OVERNIGHT CAMP Your child will hone their soccer skills at Soccer Extreme's week- long sleepover camp. Led by former Yale coach and Rumsey Alumnus John Salvatore, children ages 9-17 will spend the week fine-tuning all aspects of their soccer skills. Camps take place at Canterbury School, CT on multiple weeks during the summer of 2016. A gift from John Salvatore '81, parent of Alex '18 and Soccer Extreme

    812. ONE-HOUR SWIM PARTY Swim with friends in the state of the art deep water competition pool at Canterbury School's William W. Higgins '53 Aquatic Center. Birthday parties welcome. A paid lifeguard will be on duty. A gift from Chris and Sarah Bednar, parents of Reagan '16 and Charles '19 and Canterbury School, New Milford, CT

  • 813. AMAZING ANIMAL TRIVIA GAME Embark on a wild question and answer animal adventure with the Amazing Animal Trivia Game! A gift from Nordica Toys, New Milford, CT

    814. LEGO TECHNIC 4X4 CRAWLER This Exclusive Edition 4x4 Crawler has all the challenges of a LEGO Technic model, as well as unique bodywork and ultra-cool styling! A gift from Zhengwei Wang and Tian Chen, parents of Guanzhou '18

    815. ONE HOUR FLIGHT LESSON OR TOUR Get behind the yolk with a one-hour flying lesson with professional pilot Geoff Foster or take in the sights with an aerial tour of the local area. Three passenger seats available in the aircraft. Mutually agreeable date departing from and landing at Oxford Airport, CT. A gift from Geoff and Kara Foster, parents of Michael '17 and Brett '19

    900. MATTATUCK MUSEUM HOUSEHOLD MEMBERSHIP Enjoy a one-year household membership to the Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury, CT. Membership includes free general admission to the Mattatuck Museum and eleven other museums in New England, invitations to opening receptions and gallery talks for over 15 new exhibitions, discounts on Museum programs, events, and trips, and 10% off in the Museum shop. A gift from the Mattatuck Museum, CT

    901. INN AT KENT FALLS GIFT CARD Take a staycation with a $250 gift card to the Inn at Kent Falls. Winning the "Best Bed & Breakfast" award from Connecticut Magazine the last three years and ranked as the #1 Bed & Breakfast in New England on TripAdvisor, you'll be sure to enjoy your time away. A gift from the Inn at Kent Falls, Kent, CT

    902. ROUNDABOUT THEATER COMPANY TICKETS See a show with a friend at the Roundabout Theater Company, New York, NY. With five stages on and off Broadway, you'll be sure to find a show that peaks your interest. Tickets valid for any 2015-2016 season production which ends 8/31/16. A gift from Frank and Leslie Pottow, parents of Charlie '16

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  • 903. WARNER THEATER TICKETS Four tickets for one Warner Stage Company main stage musical for the 2015-2016 season. Choose between Nice Work If You Can Get It, Rock of Ages, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, or Seussical the Musical. . A gift from The Warner Theater, Torrington, CT

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