AUCTION CATALOG

CALLING ALL CITIZENS! APRIL 3, 2013

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Auction Rules and Guidelines 2

Silent Auction 2

DINING 3

LEARN TO… 4

MADE BY EXPERTS 8

SPECIAL OCCASIONS 9

SPORTS 12

TRAVEL 17

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A U C T I O N R U L E S A N D G U I D E L I N E S

All of the items in the auction have been donated by companies,

organizations and individuals who are committed to supporting Citizen

Schools; they are very much deserving of our thanks and patronage!

� Each item up for bid in the Silent Auction has a bid sheet listing the

item, its value, minimum bid and bidding increments.

� The first bid on any item must be at least the minimum bid.

� Each subsequent bid must be higher than the previous by at least the

bid increment.

� To bid on an item, simply write your assigned bidder number on the

bid sheet, along with the amount of your bid (print clearly, please).

Your bidder number can be found on the back of your nametag.

� If you have any questions about the bidding process, volunteers will

be on hand to assist you.

Timing and Closeout of the Silent Auction

� The Silent Auction opens at 5:30 and closes at 7:15.

� A warning will be given before the Silent Auction closes.

� The Silent Auction cashier will open at the end of the program.

� Please check the winner board to see if you are a winning bidder

and if so, proceed to the cashier located in the back of the room.

� Please pay for your winnings tonight and take them home with you.

You may pay by cash, check (payable to Citizen Schools) or credit

card (MasterCard, Visa, Amex or Discover).

� For tax purposes, please note that only the purchase amount that

exceeds the fair market value of the item is tax deductible.

Condition of Sale for the Auction: Citizen Schools makes no

representation as to the condition of any item and all items are sold “as is.”

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DINING

Item #100 — Private Cooking Lesson

Have you ever watched Top Chef with envy? Or wish that you

had a new worldly recipe to add to your family's repertoire? Learn

how to become a master chef with this hands-on cooking class

with Toro Chef Geoffrey Grove. Geoffrey has been cooking his

whole life starting as a young boy in his mom’s kitchen and, since

then, professionally in some of Boston’s best restaurants, currently

with Ken Oringer of Toro. He is offering a hands-on cooking class

for up to 8 people in his fabulous home kitchen.

The winner will work with Geoffrey to determine the appropriate

food and wine pairings that could include Italian, Latin American,

Japanese, Chinese or Thai cuisines (or a combination!). Following

the meal preparation, the winner and their guests will enjoy dining

on their creations. All food ingredients have been graciously

donated by Geoffrey. The winner, with guidance from Geoffrey,

will bring the wine pairings.

Donated By: Geoffrey Grove

Value: $1,200

Item #101 — A Table For Two

Eat out and feel at home. Enjoy dinner for two at Craigie on Main

- "one of the Top 10 Most Influential Restaurants' of the decade,”

named by The Boston Globe. Chef Tony Maws - James Beard

Winner for Best Chef, Northeast - combines French-inspired “nose -

S I L ENT AUCT ION

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to-tail refined rusticity” with a ”no exceptions” commitment to

local, seasonal, and organic or natural ingredients. Bon appétit!

Donated By: Craigie on Main

Value: $150

L EARN TO…

Item #200 — Find Your Balance

Power up, Flow, Chill and Transform with exhale yoga. Or take to

the barre… the ballet barre, that is! Whether your goal is to revive

and restore or raise your heart-rate through intense arm, ab, glute

and leg work, Exhale Spa's method makes for the perfect body

altering experience. Your whole shape will change as you

progress to a new level of fitness with this 10 pack!

Donated By: Exhale Mind Body Spa – Back Bay

Value: $230

Restrictions: To be used at the Back Bay Exhale by 11/1/13

Item #201 — It’s ARTastic

Visit four of Boston's hallmark art museums with family members or

friends. Enjoy a day at the deCordova Sculputure Park and

Museum exploring 30 acres of constantly changing landscape of

modern and contemporary sculpture, as well as a robust slate of

rotating exhibitions indoors. Let your visual senses explode as you

tour the courtyard garden and surrounding galleries of the Isabella

Stewart Gardner Museum. Reflect on innovative and provocative

contemporary art through all forms of media at the Institute of

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Contemporary Art. And last, but definitely not least, spend a day

revisiting New England history in the city of Salem, Massachusetts

and step inside the Peabody Essex Museum to view art galleries

from around the world.

Donated By: deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Isabella

Stewart Gardner Museum, Institute of Contemporary Art and

Peabody Essex Museum

Value: $206

Restrictions: Use deCordova by March 1, 2014; Peabody

Essex by December 31, 2015; ICA by April 3, 2104

Item #: 202 — Family Learning Pack

Bring the family on a learning adventure around Boston! Enjoy 2

passes to the New England Aquarium, 2 passes for a Duck Tour,

4 passes to the Museum of Science and a 4 person, year-long

Family Membership pass to The Boston Children's Museum.

Donated By: Boston Duck Tours, D & M Ahouse, The New

England Aquarium and The Boston Children's Museum

Value: $396

Restrictions: Use Museum of Science tickets by 12/31/2013;

Duck Boat Tour tickets valid on weekdays in April, May,

September, October, and November; Children's Museum family

pass must be redeemed within one year; Use New England

Aquarium tickets 12/31/2013.

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Item #: 203 —Your Financial Plan

Have you reviewed your complete wealth picture lately? Or

outlined a strategy ahead with a qualified advisor around your

retirement income, estate plan, or philanthropic endeavors? Being

offered to the highest bidder is a comprehensive wealth

management plan delivered by Christopher K. Griffith of the

Griffith Wheelwright Group of UBS. Your plan will encompass the

following: Initial meeting with Chris in person or via telephone to

address and outline your current scenario, as well as your goals

and aspirations; second meeting in person to review together

results of the analysis, covering the following topics with strategy

recommendations on:

• Investment portfolio allocation and management

• Retirement income strategy

• Net worth statement

• Estate planning review

• Tax minimization review

• Philanthropic review and giving strategies

• Insurance, college planning, liability management and

special needs also covered where applicable.

Donated By: Christopher Griffith

Value: $2,500 - $10,000 depending upon complexity and

scope

Item #: 204 — Start Your Engines

Unleash your inner Andretti with the F1 Arrive & Drive Track

Racing Package. Good for 2 experiences on the 1/4 mile track,

complete with race suit, computerized scoring and split second

timing. Start your engines!

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Donated By: F1 Boston

Value: $80

Restrictions: Racing is open to licensed drivers 18+. Valid

driver’s license must be presented to race. Racing is subject to

availability.

Item #: 205 — Get In Shape For Women

Need motivation to get fit? This fitness training pack is for you! Get

In Shape For Women is scientifically proven to work with a four

point method of weight training, cardio, nutrition, and

accountability. With this package, you will receive one month of

small group personal training that will help you “Get In Shape!”

Donated By: Get In Shape For Women – Weston

Value: $377

Restrictions: Must be redeemed at one of six locations: Weston,

Wayland, Wellesley, Winchester, Westford, or Bedford.

Item #: 206 — Fitness on the Fly*

Feel like you never have time to make it to the gym and work out?

Fitness on the Fly will come to you! Certified personal trainer,

Cassie Shaw, offers in-home personal training to get you on the

right track. Use these 3 personal classes to work toward your

ultimate fitness goal.

Donated By: Fitness on the Fly and Cassie Shaw

Value: $180

Restrictions: Travels to Sudbury, Concord and surrounding

towns

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*This item has generously been donated twice, so the two

highest bidders will win this item!

MADE BY EXPERTS

Item #300 — Family Portrait

Kids grow up fast! Now is the time to finally capture your family

portrait. Freeze your family in a moment in time so that you can

remember how things were. Coffee Pond Photography is a leading

portrait photography company with over 20 years of experience.

Portrait sessions can be shot on location or in the Natick studio.

Donated By: Coffee Pond Photography

Value: $250

Item #301 — “The Slippery Slope”

In 1972, artist Jeffrey Hessing decided to dedicate [himself] to the

creation of art that celebrates the beauty around us and the magic

in the ordinary. In his Artist's Statement Jeffrey explains, "It is a gift

when I discover a new image or theme; first to see it, then to

slowly internalize it, and finally to express it in a totally organic

way, without forethought or preconception. It’s nice when an

exhibition is coherent and has a unified theme. But life isn’t like

that. My work is like a diary. It reflects my life and my experiences

at any given time."

Donated By: Pucker Gallery

Value: $750

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Item #302 — Vintner’s Choice

Enjoy this horizontal tasting of 2006 Nemerever Cabernet

Sauvignon from the Napa Valley town of Oakville, California. Test

your palate with three bottles that were produced in the same

year, but different locations: Block #1, Block #2, and Block #3

The Nemerever Vineyard is a small producer that specializes

100% in Cabernet Sauvignon.

Donated By: Mary and Sherif Nada

Value: $250

Item #303 — Spring Cleaning

Get your spring cleaning started with closet organizers in

gorgeous patterns from the Container Store, and freshly cleaned

and pressed clothes from Dependable Cleaners.

Donated By: The Container Store and Dependable Cleaners

Value: $55

SPEC IAL OCCAS IONS

Item #400 — Look Polished

It's your turn to be doted on. Stroll down Newbury Street in Boston

and stop in to Beaucage Salon & Spa. Enjoy a lavish manicure

and pedicure with essential oils and skin conditioners to relax and

soothe mind and spirit. Don't stop there; it's time to shop and

Personal Stylist, Missy McInnis is at your service! She is at-the-

ready for your every shopping need, from offering fashion trend

advice to selecting the perfect fit for your figure, while keeping

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your clothing budget in check. Maybe you can show off your

pedicure in a new pair of sandals for the summer? Pamper

yourself. The day is yours.

Donated By: Beaucage Salon & Spa and Missy McInnis

Value: $380

Item #401 — Bieber Fever

Do you or someone you know have Bieber Fever? Snag these two

VIP concert tickets and you'll bring extreme joy to the two

"Beliebers" who get to see him perform live at TD Garden on July

20th! The 'Baby VIP' ticket package includes exclusive Justin

Bieber VIP merchandise -- Justin Bieber Gift Bag (created

exclusively for the VIP package), souvenir Tour Program or

Photobook, and a Limited Edition Justin Bieber VIP Laminate &

Matching Lanyard. And don't worry about finding parking in

Biebermania; these tickets are paired with transportation to the

concert provided by Boston Coach. Your lucky concert-goers can

practice screaming "JUSTIN" the whole ride into Boston without

you having to worry about navigating downtown!

Donated By: Sean Belka

Value: $650

Item #402 —XBOX Party

Do you want to be the coolest parent or the boss who has the

most fun? Win this item and you can host 20 of your employees,

friends, or a kid's birthday at the Boston Microsoft Store in their

semi-private community theater for a 3 hour Xbox party! The party

includes game titles of your choice as well as complimentary pizza

and snacks. Be the hero and go home with this party tonight!

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Donated By: Boston Microsoft Store

Value: Priceless!

Restrictions: Only available on mutually agreeable date

Item #403 — A Night Out on the Town

Begin your special evening with a dinner at the chic seafood spot,

Island Creek Oyster Bar located at 500 Commonwealth Avenue.

Chef Jeremy Sewall offers a daily changing menu with raw bar

featuring Island Creek Oysters and an updated seasonal selection

of New England seafood. After your meal, find your way “home”

to the award-winning Boston Marriott Copley Place where you will

enjoy an overnight stay in a deluxe room for two.

Donated By: Island Creek Oysters and Boston Marriott Copley

Place

Value: $500

Restrictions: Reservations for dinner and hotel stay must be

made in advance. Hotel stay is available on Friday and Sunday

only, and subject to availability. Certificate is not valid on

holidays or black-out dates.

Item #404 — A Day at the Races

You don’t have to make the trip to Churchill Downs or even

Louisville to experience the Kentucky Derby! Head out to the

Plainridge Racetrack in Plainville, MA for 4 seats at the Kentucky

Derby Luncheon including 100 dollars toward a betting voucher

as well as souvenirs. Whether you're a harness racing fan,

thoroughbred handicapper or greyhound racing enthusiast,

Plainridge is the place for you!

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Donated By: Plainridge Racecourse

Value: $750

SPORTS

Item #500 — Three at the Tee

Enjoy a round of golf for three at Tedesco Country Club in

Marblehead, MA. From the unique and very beautiful setting of

the elevated 1st tee directly off the clubhouse patio to the

challenging final five finishing par fours, Tedesco will test all parts

of your game. And stay protected from the often unpredictable

New England weather with this water resistant golf jacket from

Foot Joy.

Donated By: Jay Pingeton and SPORTS ILLUSTRATED GOLF

GROUP

Value: $750

Item #501 — Fore!

Delight in a round for three or four depending on the season at the

Charles River Country Club in Newton Centre, MA. The Club

features a challenging and expansive Donald Ross designed golf

course that opened in 1921 and is known as one of the best

courses in the greater Boston area. Did you know that Mary

Queen of Scots was the first female golfer or that drives have been

hit for over 500 years? Before you hit the links for the first time this

spring, brush up on some golf history or pick up some good

pointers to improve your game from SPORTS ILLUSTRATED GOLF

GROUP coffee table books.

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Donated By: Jack McNeill and SPORTS ILLUSTRATED GOLF

GROUP

Value: $705

Restrictions: Certificate valid for a threesome in season (May

25th - September 7th); valid for a foursome out of season (before

May 25th or after September 7th)

Item #502 — Take Me Out…

...To the Ball Game! Take Me Out to the Park! Fenway Park!

Watch the Red Sox vs. the Texas Rangers on Wednesday June

5th. Your seats are located in RFB 97, Row FF, Seats 1 and 2.

Bring home an authentic autographed baseball by third baseman

Will Middlebrooks who is often touted as the most promising

young piece of the “next great Red Sox team.”

Donated By: Ann and Joe Canavan and The Boston Red Sox

Value: Priceless!*

*Tickets valued at $94

Item #503 — Go Green

With the NBA playoff picture knotted up in the East, you'll want to

grab these two tickets to one of the last regular season Celtics

games on Tuesday, April 16th. These two tickets to Boston Celtics

vs. Indiana Pacers are located in Section 13, Row 11. Go home

with a piece of The C’s history with a green Celtics basketball

autographed by the entire 2012-13 team! Lucky you.

Donated By: Rob Perez and The Boston Celtics

Value: Priceless!*

*Tickets valued at $330

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Item #504 — Patriots Tickets

Calling all New England Patriots fans! Get your first look at 2013

New England Patriots at the season home opener at Gillette

Stadium. The two tickets are located mid-field, twenty rows back!

Don't worry about the drive to Foxboro and the mayhem of getting

out of the parking lot after the game; these tickets are paired with

transportation to the game provided by Eatman Limousine of

North Andover. You lucky game-goers can sit back and relax

without worrying about navigating traffic on Route 1! Are you

ready for some football!?

Donated By: Plainridge Racecourse and Eatman Limousine of

North Andover

Value: $550

Item #505 — For the Love of Beer © and Baseball

A Red Sox game on a warm, summer Saturday night and three

cases of Sam Adams to share with your fellow fans and friends?

Yes please! This package includes two tickets to the Boston Red

Sox vs. Los Angeles Angels on Saturday, June 8th at 7:15PM.

Seats are located above third base in the State Street Pavilion and

include wait service at your seat, escalator access to the State

Street Pavilion Club and early entrance into Fenway to watch Red

Sox batting practice.

Donated By: Timothy Douros and The Boston Beer Company

Value: $455

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Item #506 — Play Ball!

Be among the first to see the revamped 2013 Red Sox as they

take the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday, April 10th. Your seats

are located in the Loge Box 161, Row PP, Seats 1&2. Take home

the insightful, honest, and entertaining narrative of Francona's

tenure with the Red Sox franchise, during which time he managed

two teams to World Series victories and oversaw some of the most

iconic and colorful players in the game.

Donated By: Petrillo & Son Corp. and Lynne Browne

Value: $226

Item #507 — Vince Wilfork Autographed Jersey

Own a piece of New England Patriots’ history with this player

jersey autographed by Co-captain, Pro-Bowler and fan favorite

"Big Vince" Wilfork!

Donated By: Plainridge Racecourse

Value: Priceless!

Item #508 — Bruins Tickets

Watch the Boston Bruins as they take on the Florida Panthers on

Sunday, April 21st and make another run at the Stanley Cup from

your seats located in Section CLB107, Row C, seats 14 and 15.

Donated By: DCS Cleaning Service, Inc.

Value: $440

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Item #509 — On the Ice!

Love your local Boston college teams? Sad that the hockey season

is over already? Get ready for next year with these 4 tickets to

cheer on the Harvard Crimson Men's Hockey Team! And as if that

is not enough, you are the new owner of two official hockey sticks

signed by both the Harvard and Boston University players and

coaches. This is a dream package for a seasoned college sports

fan or your aspiring NHL player counting down the days until next

on the ice!

Donated By: Boston University Hockey Program and Harvard

University Hockey Program

Value: Priceless!*

*Tickets valued at $80

Item #510 — Box Seats: Red Sox

Get a close look at the 2013 Boston Red Sox team! These 3 seats

can be found in a lower box and offer a great view of Fenway

Park. Pick a mutually agreed upon date for you to cheer on the

home team favorites. GO RED SOX!

Donated By: Stephanie and David D’ Angelo

Value: $400

Restrictions: Must be a mutually agreeable date that excludes

opening day and Yankees games.

Item #511 — Autographed Football

Go home tonight with this “vintage” autographed Brandon Lloyd

Patriot's football. Llyod is an all-star wide receiver who finished the

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2012 – 2013 season with 74 catches for 911 yards and 4

touchdowns for the Patriots.

Donated By: The New England Patriots Charitable Foundation

Value: Priceless!

Item #512 — Stars and Stripes Baseball

Celebrate Independence Day cheering on hometown favorite, the

Boston Red Sox, as they take on the San Diego Padres in an

afternoon game starting at 1:35 pm. Enjoy a spectacular view of

the playing field from Fenway Park’s State Street Pavilion looking

out on the third baseline. Along with these seats you will have

special access to the State Street Pavilion Club with in-seat dining

where you can order a variety of food items from a server without

missing a minute of the game. Make sure you dress in red, white,

and blue!

Donated By: Timothy Douros

Value: $350

TRAVEL

Item #600 — Midnight in Paris

Ooh la la! What could you do with a week in Paris, with a 17th-

century apartment to call home? Kindle a romance. Rediscover

your marvelous spouse. Revolutionize your wardrobe. Soothe your

soul with art. Quiet and safe, steps from the bustling Marais

district's ancient, graceful Place de Vosges, this one-bedroom

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apartment is the perfect spot for two adults and offers a kitchen

and bath with a roomy tub.

Donated By: Victoria Munroe and Eric Saltzman

Value: Priceless!

Restrictions: The apartment is available for two adults only on a

mutually agreeable date.

Item #601 — Summer Getaway: Newport, RI

Escape the city for a mid-week beach trip in June or July to

Newport, RI and stay at this fully furnished, 4-bedroom home in

downtown Newport. The winner will receive use of the house for 4

days mid-week. Walk to the best restaurants and bars or to the

Harbor beaches to soak in the view and play in the sand.

Complete with Wi-fi, flat screen TV, parking and backyard with

grill, this is the perfect getaway. All towels, linens and beach gear

are included. Child-friendly house.

Donated By: D & M Ahouse

Value: $1,200

Restrictions: Only redeemable on Monday - Friday @ 11 am,

June & July 2013; not July 4th week; no pets/no smoking

Item #602 — Get Away From It All

Take a break for one weekend this summer or fall in Waitsfield,

VT. This home features 5 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths, has

mountain views from the east side of the Mad River Valley across

and west to the three ski areas. From kayaking, fishing, hiking or

mountain biking to swimming, tennis and scenic drives, the Mad

River Valley offers exciting activities throughout the summer and

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fall months. Whether you are an athlete, a weekend warrior, or a

tired traveler looking to relax, the Mad River Valley is your

gateway to Vermont fun and adventure!

Donated By: Dubs and Rob Dickey

Value: $800

Restrictions: Only available during summer or fall months

Item #603 — Easy Living in New Hampshire

Enjoy this beautiful home in Washington, NH, population 1,123,

for one week this summer or fall. Explore Mount Monadnock,

Mount Sunapee, Hanover, NH and Dartmouth College, nearby

Woodstock and Quechee, VT, or quaint local villages like

Hillsborough and Peterborough, NH. This completely furnished

property is perfect for your family's summer or fall get-away. Just a

short walk to a pristine beach on a secluded lake and a short

drive to Pillsbury State Park with lakes, mountains and miles of

hiking trails. Inside the home you will enjoy a fully-equipped

kitchen, a living room, a study, a finished basement with flat screen

DVD player, three bedrooms that comfortably sleep 10, two full

baths, and a washer-dryer. The upstairs bedroom is furnished with

3 bunkbeds, perfect for kids. There’s lots to do including hiking,

swimming, fishing, cycling, mountain climbing, visiting historic

villages and towns, or dining in Hanover, Woodstock, Quechee

and Peterborough.

Donated By: Sheila Cavanaugh and Albert Choy

Value: $1,500

Restrictions: One week visit Saturday to Saturday in July,

August, September, or October 2013 except: July 4-7th; August

18-September 2nd

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Item #604 — Stowe Away

Sneak away for a two night stay for two in a luxurious Timberline

Studio at the Stowe Mountain Lodge. Located in the heart of

Spruce Peak at Stowe alpine village, guests enjoy slopeside

access to the most legendary ski resort, close proximity to the most

challenging mountain hiking and bike trails in the area, pristine

streams, ponds, and lakes as well as world class spa and wellness

center. Come for the weekend and nourish both your body and

mind!

Donated By: Stowe Mountain Lodge

Value: $1,200

Restrictions: Not valid on blackout dates 12/20-1/2, 1/17-

1/20, 2/14-2/24; Expires 4/30/2014

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T H A N K Y O U T O O U R G E N E R O U S

A U C T I O N D O N O R S :

Ann and Joe Canavan Beaucage Salon & Spa

Boston Duck Tours Boston Marriott Copley

Place Boston Microsoft Store

Boston University Hockey Program

Cassie Shaw Christopher K. Griffith

Coffee Pond Photography Craigie on Main D & M Ahouse

DCS Cleaning Service, Inc. deCordova Sculpture Park

and Museum Dependable Cleaners Dubs and Rob Dickey

Eatman Limousine of North Andover

Exhale Mind Body Spa – Back Bay F1 Boston

Fitness on the Fly Geoffrey Grove

Get In Shape For Women - Weston

Harvard University Hockey Program

Institute of Contemporary Art

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Island Creek Oysters Jack McNeill Jay Pingeton

Mary and Sherif Nada Missy McInnis

Peabody Essex Museum Plainridge Racecourse

Pucker Gallery Rob Perez

Samuel Adams Beer Sean Belka

Sheila Cavanaugh and Albert Choy

SPORTS ILLUSTRATED GOLF GROUP

Stephanie and David D’Angelo

Stowe Mountain Lodge The Boston Celtics

The Boston Children's Museum

The Boston Red Sox The Container Store

The New England Aquarium The New England Patriots Charitable Foundation

Timothy Douros Victoria Monroe and Eric

Saltzman