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2001 Silent Auction Catalog Donations

A - Altogether Special

Treasured Items and Services

 

A 1   HOW 'BOUT THEM O's?

 

 

Oriole fans will love this 8” x 10” personally autographed photo of Chris Richard.

 

 

Donated by:  Baltimore Orioles

Value:  A Home Run!

 

 

 

 

 

A 2   MOONLIGHT IN VERMONT

 

 

Enjoy a week in beautiful southern Vermont at this charming post and beam country home.  Two bedrooms, two baths and loft area great for sleeping bags!  Enjoy hiking, swimming and fine dining at any of the wonderful country inns!  Enjoy golf and tennis at nearby Mount Snow, a four season resort. This home is located two miles from the internationally renowned Marlboro Music Festival.  Classical music lovers will want to get tickets early!  The winning

bidder may choose either of the following weeks for their vacation - July 6-13, 2002 or July 13-20, 2002.

 

 

Donated by:  Diana and Gary Ditto

Value:  $1000

 

 

 

 

 

A 3   WEEKEND AT THE BEACH

 

 

Enjoy a fall 2-3 day weekend at this ocean front beach house.  Five bedrooms, two full baths – sleeps up to 10. Washer/dryer, outside shower.  Walk to the beach over the dunes or watch the ocean waves from the front deck.  Barnegat Light, Long Beach Island, NJ - quiet, family-oriented barrier island just north of Atlantic City.  Dates to be mutually agreed upon – between 9/14 and 11/15/2001.

 

 

Donated by:  Lampi/Moyer Family

Value:  $300-450

 

 

 

 

 

A 4   EXOTIC EVENING IN MARRAKESH

 

 

TEN full seven-course dinners eaten with your fingers while watching the belly dance show!  Sunday through Thursday.  Beverages, tax and tip not included.  New York Ave, NW DC.

 

 

Donated by:  Marrakesh  

Value:  $250

 

 

 

 

 

A 5   REVIVE YOUR OLD RECORDS OR TAPES

 

 

Transfer your worn out LP’s (33 1/3), 45’s or 78’s to 3 CDs.  Includes nasty pop and click removal and cleaning up.  Also good for reel and cassette recordings of any kind.  Feel new again!  To be delivered to Bruce’s house and picked up within 2 weeks.  Good until 12/31/01.

 

 

Donated by:  Audio wiz Bruce Moyer

Value:  $120

 

 

 

 

 

A 6   AFTERNOON TEA FOR 16

 

 

Afternoon Tea for up to 16 people.  Home-made assorted sandwiches, shortbread, gingerbread, scones, cookies, fruit platter and cake will be provided.  Ms. McBurney make the tea and stay for up to an hour to serve it.  Janet Edmonds will play pieces of folk/celtic harp music.  Have the Tea as: a Holiday Season or Valentine's Day party, gift for a friend, bookclub meeting, Mother's Day present for next year, Birthday Party, or Mother and Daughter party.  Two weeks’ notice required.

 

 

Donated by:  Margaret McBurney and Janet Edmonds

Value:  $150

 

 

 

 

 

A 7   SLEEP WELL

 

 

Fun, funky, attractive and practical platform bed for any age child. In excellent condition, complete with headboard and almost new mattress. In unisex forest green with 3 pull-out drawers.  Headboard has neat compartments. Free delivery if you can help load and unload bed into donor's van.

 

 

Donated by:  Carol Krause

Value:  If new: $800

 

 

 

 

 

A 8   PINON PICKERS

 

 

“The Pinon Pickers” is a limited edition lithograph by Native American artist Jimmy Abeita.  30” x 34” with spectacular double matt and gold leaf wooden frame.

 

 

Donated by:  Anderson’s Americana Indian Shows

Value:  $560

 

 

 

 

 

A 9   ENCORE OF PICTURE PERFECT

 

 

Professional illustrator, NCC parent, and PTA Co-President, Charlotte Fremaux, offers to create one pencil portrait of your child, pet, or house, suitable for framing or for reproduction on greeting cards or letterhead.  Depiction of multiple children is negotiable.  Printing and framing costs are not included but advice about these is free. 

 

 

Donated by:  Charlotte Fremaux

Value:  $500

 


B – Class Baskets

An Assortment of Theme Baskets from the Homerooms

 

 

B 1   DIG THE DIRT

Growing once...growing twice...sold to a gardening enthusiast, this basket of

annual and perennial plants and gardening paraphernalia.

Donated by:  Ms. Burkett's Third Grade Homeroom

 

 

B 2   THE VICTORIAN BASKET

Take a step back into time to the Victorian era when women fought for the vote between tea parties and keeping a proper home.  Learn about this formal period from this basket filled with both frilly and formal artifacts, books and other bridges to the past.

Donated by:  Ms. McLeish's Third Grade Homeroom

 

 

B 3   A BASKETFUL OF SUMMERTIME FUN

This three-in-one basket includes sports equipment, picnic equipment and summer reading.

Donated by:  Ms. Shanahan's Third Grade Homeroom

 

 

B 4   PET BASKET

After an exhausting day at NCC's Spring Fling, who is waiting for you at home, ready to provide unconditional love to you and your kids?  Why, it's your pet.  Bring home all those fine necessaries and accessories your dog and cat needs, along with books, calendars, t-shirts, etc. that any pet lover would love to have.

Donated by:  Ms. Cichetti's Fourth Grade Homeroom

 

 

B 5   MS. ERNO’S CLASS HAS HEART

This quilt was lovingly imprinted by the students in Ms. Erno's class and hand-stitched by their parents.

Donated by:  Ms. Erno's Fourth Grade Homeroom

 

 

B 6   NAUTICAL - A BASKET FULL OF FUN IN THE SUN

Whether you are sailing, fishing, or hanging out on the dock you'll be prepared with Ms. Moore's Nautical Basket.  Enjoy a day with your family and treat yourself to a seafood dinner with all the trimmings.

Donated by:  Ms. Moore's Fourth Grade Homeroom

 

 

B 7   HEAD’S UP!

Dive head first into this basket of hats, hats, hats.  Go undercover, dress up or dress down with this unique selection of covers for your head.

Donated by:  Ms. Kouwenburg's Fifth Grade Homeroom

 

 

B 8   LET’S RECREATE

Go out and play with a sports bag filled with sports equipment.  Fun for all and all for fun!

Donated by:  Ms. Shipley's Fifth Grade Homeroom

 

 

B 9   MODERNIZE/FIX-UP YOUR ROOM

Are you tired of hand-me-downs!  This basket contains all the items to update your room including a Lava lamp and matching base, computer clock with radio and calculator, glow in the dark and black light star stickers, and other cool items especially for your own room.

Donated by:  Ms. Thompson/Ms. Brandos Strompf's Fifth Grade Homeroom

 

 

B10   MUSIC MANIA

The sounds of music are the thing to bid on at Spring Fling.  CDs, headphone radio, boom box and more. With this basket you'll have music galore.

Donated by:  Ms. Bauer's Sixth Grade Homeroom

 

 


 

B11   SLOW DOWN, YOU MOVE TOO FAST

Too much to do?  Stressed out?  Enjoy this delightful array of relaxation items guaranteed to relieve the stresses of daily living.  Relaxation assortment includes soothing bath and beauty products, aromatic candle, tranquil music and other calming items.

Donated by:  Ms. Gelay Van Order's Sixth Grade Homeroom

 

 

B12   FUN IN THE SUN

Everything you need for a great day in the sun by the pool or at the beach.

Donated by:  Ms. Weiswasser's Sixth Grade Homeroom

 

 

 

C– Computers

Software, Computer Help, etc.

 

C 1   RACE ACROSS AMERICA

Harley-Davidson Motor Cycles’ “Race Across America” CD-ROM (Windows 95/98).  Rated “Everyone”.  As your action-packed journey unfolds, you will be faced with challenging competitors, unpredictable conditions and loads of other obstacles.  Do you have what it takes to meet the Harley challenge?  New, unopened.

Donated by:  The Weinstein Family

Value:  $20

 

C 2   ULTRA RADIO CONTROL RACERS

“Ultra Radio Control Racers Deluxe – Traxxas Edition” (Window 95/98/2000).  Rated “Everyone”.  Fast and furious R/C racing with a twist: mad chickens, sea monsters, anarchist lawn gnomes!  New, unopened.

Donated by:  The Weinstein Family

Value:  $20

 

C 3   LEARN TO TYPE

“Typing Tutor 10” (Window 95/98) .  Learn to type for today’s Internet world.  Includes 8 games.  New, unopened.

Donated by:  The Weinstein Family

Value:  $20

 

C 4   SKI RESORT TYCOON

“Ski Resort Tycoon” CD-ROM (Window 95/98).  Rated “Everyone”.  Bring the mountains home.  For the first time ever, build,  manage and operate your own ski resort sim!  New, unopened.

Donated by:  The Weinstein Family

Value:  $20

 

C 5   REAL POOL

“Real Pool” 3D Photo-realistic Pool. (Window 95/98).  Rated “Everyone.”  Photo-realistic graphics, six popular pool games, realistic physics, 18 computer opponents.  New, unopened.

Donated by:  The Weinstein Family

Value:  $20

 

C 6   BUILD THE TRANSCONTINENTAL RAILROAD

“Lionel Trains Presents Trans-Con” (Window 95/98).  The race to connect the country has begun! A historical simulation of the Transcontinental Railroad.  Ages 8-12.  New, unopened.

Donated by:  The Weinstein Family

Value:  $20

 

C 7   COLOR PRINTER

A brand new, never been used, Lexmark Z32 color jet printer.  Does not include printer cable.

Donated by:  Jenny Elliott

Value:  $65

 

C 8   WANNA FAX?

Have you always wanted to FAX something, but haven't gotten around to buying one?  Here's your chance.  This Sharp UX-103 works like new.  Comes with two rolls of FAX paper.

Donated by:  The FitzSimons Family

Value:  $50

 


 

D – Dining In and Out

Restaurants and Other Fine Foods

 

D 1   ARDEO

Dinner for two (not to exceed $75) at Ardeo, excluding tax, tip and alcohol.  Only valid Monday – Thursday.  Call for reservations. Expires 3/20/02. DC.

Donated by:  Ardeo

Value:  $75

 

D 2   ARUCOLA OSTERIA ITALIANA

Gift certificate for dinner for two at this Osteria Italiana to be used by May 11, 2002.  Tax and gratuity not included.  Connecticut Avenue, NW DC.

Donated by:  Arucola Osteria Italiana

Value:  $75

 

D 3   AUSTIN GRILL

“Best you ever ate” with this certificate good for lunch or dinner for two (maximum of $30.00).   Alcohol and gratuity not included.  Expires October 31, 2001.  Bethesda, DC, Alexandria, West Springfield. 

Donated by:  Austin Grill

Value:  $30

 

D 4   BD’s MONGOLIAN BARBEQUE

“Enjoy all you can conquer!”  Two people can enjoy the all-you-can-eat Soup & Salad Bar and all-you-can-eat Stir-Fry Bar.  Does not include alcohol, beverage, dessert, tax or gratuity.  Expires March 28, 2002.  Bethesda.

Donated by:  BD's Mongolian Barbecue

Value:  $30

 

D 5   DELHI DHABA

Gift Certificate for $25 worth of delicious Indian food. Mmmm….  Woodmont Ave.,  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Delhi Dhaba

Value:  $25

 

D 6   GRILLFISH

Enjoy “Fresh Fish – Friendly Prices – No Tuxedos” with this gift certificate for food and beverage - lunch or dinner for two up to $50.  Gratuity not included   Good at any location.  Bethesda, Washington, DC, Boston, Miami Beach, Coral Gables. Does not expire!

Donated by:  Grillfish

Value:  $50

 

D 7   HARD TIMES CAFÉ

Dinner for two at “one of the country’s most lauded chili spots”  Alcohol not included.  Expires December 31, 2001.  Bethesda only.

Donated by:  Hard Times Café

Value:  $30

 

D 8   LA FERME

Have a lovely brunch for four with this gift certificate for the nearby La Ferme.  Tax and gratuities not included.  Valid Sunday through Thursday and good until October 30, 2001.  Chevy Chase.

Donated by:  La Ferme Restaurant

Value:  $120

 

D 9   LA MICHE

Bethesda's finest French restaurant.  Gift certificate for $35.  Valid Sunday through Thursday.  Tax, tip and liquor not included.

Donated by:  La Miche

Value:  $35

 

D10   LAUREL BRIGADE INN

Gift certificate for $25 for the lovely Laurel Brigade Inn in Leesburg, VA.  Can be used for tea, dinner, lunch or brunch or toward an evening at the Inn.

Donated by:  Laurel Brigade Inn

Value:  $25

 

D11   O'DONNELL'S RESTAURANT

Enjoy "Tang O' The Sea Food" with this $40 gift certificate for food and beverages.  No cash value.  Bethesda.

Donated by:  O'Donnell's Restaurant

Value:  $40

 

D12   ITALIAN ANYONE?

$50 Gift Certificate good toward lunch, dinner, take-out or a banquet at Positano Ristorante Italiano.  Does not include tip. Bethesda.  Expires 8/15/01.

Donated by:  Positano Ristorante Italiano

Value:  $50

 

D13   RED SAGE

Enjoy dinner for two in the "Grill" at this award-winning restaurant.  Gratuity not included.  Cannot be combined with any other offer.  Reservations suggested.  Expires May 31, 2002.

Donated by:  Red Sage

Value:  $100

 

D14   ROCKLANDS

Gift certificate for barbecue dinner for two.  To be used by May 11, 2002.  Wisconsin Ave., NW.

Donated by:  Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company

Value:  $20

 

D15   CALIFORNIA TORTILA

Gift certificate for any two entrees and two soda combos.  Bethesda.  Expires 12/31/01.

Donated by:  California Tortilla

 

 

D16   CALIFORNIA TORTILA

Gift certificate for any two entrees and two soda combos.  Bethesda.  Expires 12/31/01.

Donated by:  California Tortilla

 

 

 

E - Entertainment

Theater, Movies, Live Music, Videos

 

E 1   ADVENTURE THEATRE

Four tickets to be used during the 2001 season.  “Many Moons” until 5/27; “What’s a Wolf to Do?” 6/16-7/22 or “Winnie the Pooh” 8/4-9/9.

Donated by:  Adventure Theatre

Value:  $20

 

E 2   DINNER AND A SHOW

$25 off dinner and show for two at Burn Brae Dinner Theatre from May 11, 2001 to September 11, 2001.  “Top 40” to June 30th; “The Sound of Music” July 6 to September 4th.  Not valid weekends or holidays.  Advance, pre-paid reservations required.  Burtonsville.

Donated by:  Burn Brae Dinner Theatre

Value:  $25

 

E 3   THE CAPITOL STEPS

Enjoy a parody of this election year with this CD, “It’s Not Over ‘Til the First Lady Sings!”  from the famous local troupe of  former Hill staffers, the only group in Washington that is funnier than Congress.

Donated by:  Capital Steps

Value:  $15

 

E 4   MORE OF THE CAPITOL STEPS

Another copy of this parody of this election year with this CD, “It’s Not Over ‘Til the First Lady Sings!”  from the famous local troupe of  former Hill staffers.

Donated by:  Capital Steps

Value:  $15

 

E 5   STILL MORE OF THE CAPITOL STEPS

Still another copy of this parody of this election year with this CD, “It’s Not Over ‘Til the First Lady Sings!”  from the famous local troupe of  former Hill staffers.

Donated by:  Capital Steps

Value:  $15

 

E 6   “THE HOMECOMING”

Two theatre tickets to "The Homecoming” at the Olney Theatre.  For performances June 5 – 17, 2001.   Not valid on Friday or Saturday evenings.  Reservations required.  Olney.

Donated by:  Olney Theatre

Value:  $58

 

E 7   “SMELL OF THE KILL”

Two tickets to any Friday evening or Saturday matinee performance of “Smell of the Kill” at the Round House Theatre.  Show runs May 30 – June 24, 2001.  Silver Spring.

Donated by:  Round House Theatre

Value:  $56

 

E 8   MUSICAL SERENADE

Delight your guests with two hours of piano and saxophone playing by the Bethesda Duo Bill Goldman and Stan Freeman.  Showtunes, Jazz and Rock.  To be on a mutually agreed upon date.  

Donated by:  Bill Goldman and Stan Freeman

Value:  $100

 

 

F – From our Teachers and Staff

Exciting Opportunities and Events from our NCC Teachers & Staff

 

F 1   PRINCIPAL FOR AN HOUR – FOR A 3rd OR 4th GRADER

Have you ever wondered what takes place behind the Principal’s door?  Well, thanks to Mrs. Greene, here’s your opportunity – if you’re a 3rd or 4th grade student – to learn how to manage a school,  NCC.  As “Principal for an Hour”  you’ll get to demonstrate your administrative skills.

Donated by:  Mrs. Greene

Value:  Can’t put a price on this one!

 

F 2   PRINCIPAL FOR AN HOUR – FOR A 5th OR 6th GRADER

Have you ever wondered what takes place behind the Principal’s door?  Well, thanks to Mrs. Greene, here’s your opportunity – if you’re a 5th  or 6th grade student – to learn how to manage a school,  NCC.  As “Principal for an Hour”  you’ll get to demonstrate your administrative skills.

Donated by:  Mrs. Greene

Value:  Can’t put a price on this one either!

 

F 3   POWER LUNCH WITH MRS. GREENE

The winning student and a friend will be taken to lunch by Mrs. Greene, our devoted principal.

Donated by:  Mrs. Greene

Value:  $20

 

F 4   BOWLING WITH BOWLING!

Mr. Bowling will treat the winning bidder and three NCC friends to three games of ten-pin bowling plus snacks at the bowling alley.

Donated by:  Mr. Bowling

Value:  $50

 

F 5   TRIP TO THE MOVIES FOR A 5TH OR 6TH GRADER

Mr. Bowman will donate a trip to the movies for one 5th or 6th grader and a friend of their choice.  The trip will take place after school on a day to be decided.  This will be a joint trip with Mr. Ehlman and two 3rd or 4th grade students.  The trip will include snacks and a drink.

Donated by:  Mr. Bowman

Value:  $25

 

F 6   TRIP TO THE MOVIES FOR A 3RD OR 4TH GRADER

Mr. Ehlman will donate a trip to the movies for one 3rd or 4th grader and a friend of their choice.  The trip will take place after school on a day to be decided.  This will be a joint trip with Mr. Bowman and two 5th or 6th grade students. The trip will include snacks and a drink.

Donated by:  Mr. Ehlman

Value:  $25

 

F 7   ICE CREAM WITH MS. BURKET (PLUS MS. McLEISH, AND MS. SHANAHAN)

An ice cream Sundae party! For one of Ms. Burket’s students and a friend.  This will take place at school during lunch/recess period (bring your lunch for an indoor picnic), and will include the teachers and students from the other Third Grade Team bid winners.

Donated by:  Ms. Burket

Value:  Too sweet to tell

 


 

F 8   “ALL YOU CAN PLAY” COMPUTER PARTY WITH MRS. OSTROM

The winning student will get to invite three friends and enjoy all the programs they love in the Computer Lab plus lunch, drink and dessert.   A digital photo will be made and given to the winner as a permanent record of the event.  All to be provided by Mrs. Ostrom.  To be held before school ends this year between 12:30 and 1:50 p.m. on a mutually agreeable date.  The winning student will meet with Mrs. Ostrom to determine the luncheon menu.

Donated by:  Ms. Ostrom

Value:  $25

 

F 9   MINIATURE GOLF AND PIZZA WITH MS. CHUPKA AND MS. GELAY VAN ORDER

Miniature golf and pizza for 4 students with Ms. Chupka and Ms. Gelay Van Order.

Donated by:  Ms. Chupka & Ms. Gelay Van Order

Value:  $60

 

F10   BE MATH TEACHER FOR A MORNING

Be a math student teacher for a morning with a student teacher’s assistant of your choice.  Pizza lunch with your assistant.  Choose your topic and toppings!

Donated by:  Ms. Cichetti

Value:  $25

 

F11   A WALK ON THE TRAIL

The TOP 4 BIDDERS will enjoy a walk from NCC into Bethesda on the Capital Crescent Trail.  We will stop for a snack in Bethesda before walking back to NCC.   4 Students.  (Total walk is approximately 4 miles.)

Donated by:  Ms. London & Ms. Gelay Van Order

Value:  You can’t put a price on fresh air.

 

F12   ICE CREAM WITH MS. McLEISH (PLUS MS. BURKET,  AND MS. SHANAHAN)

An ice cream Sundae party! For one of Ms. McLeish’s students and a friend.  This will take place at school during lunch/recess period (bring your lunch for an indoor picnic), and will include the teachers and students from the other Third Grade Team bid winners.

Donated by:  Ms. McLeish

Value:  Too sweet to tell

 

F13   MARYLAND IS FOR CRABS

Spend a day on Cobb Island on the banks of the Potomac!  A family of four will spend a day fishing, crabbing, swimming and having fun on the River together with a steamed crab lunch.  This one’s for present and past students of Ms. Moore only.  Winners must supply their own sunscreen, life jackets, towels, and river shoes and are responsible for their own safety on, in and around the water.

Donated by:  Ms. Moore

Value:  $75

 

F14   ICE CREAM WITH MS. SHANAHAN (PLUS MS. BURKET, AND MS. McLEISH)

An ice cream Sundae party! For one of Ms. Shanahan’s students and a friend.  This will take place at school during lunch/recess period, and will include the teachers and students from the other Third Grade Team bid winners.

Donated by:  Ms. Shanahan

Value:  Too sweet to tell

 

F15   BE A POTTER

1 ½ hour private lesson throwing pots on a potter’s wheel by teacher Ellen Crandall, who has 25 years’ experience as a professional potter.  For one or two people, 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. Mon., Tues. or Thurs, morning on the electric wheel in NCC’s Art Room.

Donated by:  Ellen Crandall

Value:  $50

 

F16   BOYS - OUT TO LUNCH #1

One 5th grade boy with a friend will be treated to lunch with Ms. Taylor during the school day (12:30-1:45).  This will be a joint trip with the winners of F17.  Students will agree on restaurant choice and date, which must be by the end of the 2000-2001 school year.

Donated by:  Debbie Taylor

Value:  priceless

 

F17   BOYS - OUT TO LUNCH #2

One 5th grade boy with a friend will be treated to lunch with Ms. Taylor during the school day (12:30-1:45).  This will be a joint trip with the winners of F16.  Students will agree on restaurant choice and date, which must be by the end of the 2000-2001 school year.

Donated by:  Debbie Taylor

Value:  priceless

 


 


F18   GIRLS - OUT TO LUNCH #1

One 5th grade girl with a friend will be treated to lunch with Ms. Taylor during the school day (12:30-1:45).  This will be a joint trip with the winners of F19.  Students will agree on restaurant choice and date, which must be by the end of the 2000-2001 school year.

Donated by:  Debbie Taylor

Value:  priceless

 

F19   GIRLS - OUT TO LUNCH #2

One 5th grade girl with a friend will be treated to lunch with Ms. Taylor during the school day (12:30-1:45).  This will be a joint trip with the winners of F18.  Students will agree on restaurant choice and date, which must be by the end of the 2000-2001 school year.

Donated by:  Debbie Taylor

Value:  priceless

 

F20   PIZZA DINNER WITH MRS. ERNO

Mrs. Erno offers a pizza dinner at her house with either a video or a trip to the movies to the winning NCC student and a friend. 

Donated by:  Mrs. Erno

Value:  $40

 

F21    FAMILY PHOTOS

Teacher/photographer Sandra Weiswasser will provide 1 roll of 36 shots of family portraits (taken in various combinations).  Both the negatives and prints will be provided.  Photography to take place at her home in NW Washington or a mutually agreed upon location.

Donated by:  Sandy Weiswasser

Value:  $175

 

 

G – Going Places

Near and Far

 

G 1   CHILL OUT

A pack of four admissions (includes admission and skate rental) for ARC IceSports  featuring 2 NHL sized ice rinks, Stanley's Skate Shop, and Spike's, a sports-themed diner.  Rockville.

Donated by:  ARC Ice Sports

Value:  $36

 

G 2   AUDUBON NATURALIST SOCIETY

A one-year family membership in the Audubon Naturalist Society which seeks to increase environmental awareness and understanding and to encourage action on a local level.  Membership includes a subscription to the “Naturalist News,” invitations to special member events, discounts in the Audubon Naturalist store, on course fees for children and adults, and on program fees for field trips and lectures.  Must be redeemed by May 11, 2002.  Chevy Chase.

Donated by:  Audubon Naturalist Society

Value:  $40

 

G 3   CAPITAL CHILDREN'S MUSEUM

Spend the day exploring many hands-on exhibits at the wonderful Capital Children’s Museum with this Family Guest Pass for 6 people.  Expires May 11, 2002.  Near Union Station, Washington, DC.

Donated by:  Capital Children's Museum

Value:  $36

 

G 4   B & B AT CATOCTIN INN

One night stay in one of the Catoctin Inn’s king deluxe rooms.  Includes a king size bed, gas fireplace, 2 person whirlpool bath, and a complimentary country breakfast. Buckeystown, MD.

Donated by:  Catoctin Inn

Value:  $159

 

G 5   KINGS DOMINION

You and a friend can ride the Volcano, the Blast Coaster, the Anaconda, or the Rebel Yell (or perhaps something a bit tamer) at Kings Dominion with these certificates good for two general admission tickets.  Good for any “regular public operating” day during the 2001 season.

Donated by:  Kings Dominion

Value:  appr. $65

 


 

G 6   LOOK AT THE ANIMALS!

Three complimentary passes good for one visit to the Leesburg Animal Park (formerly Reston Animal Park) before September 30, 2001.  New location in Leesburg, VA.

Donated by:  Leesburg Animal Park  

Value:  $19

 

G 7   LOOK AT THE ANIMALS AGAIN!

Three complimentary passes good for one visit to the Leesburg Animal Park (formerly Reston Animal Park) before September 30, 2001.  New location in Leesburg, VA.

Donated by:  Leesburg Animal Park  

Value:  $19

 

G 8  

DISCOVER THE WONDERS!

Two tickets for  admission to “Imax Only” (formerly known as night IMAX) shown Thursday – Sunday evenings after the museum proper is closed. At least two movies to choose from.  The Maryland Science Center features three floors of exhibits, a five story IMAX Theater, Davis Planetarium, and live science demonstrations all designed to make science fascinating and fun.  Expires December 31, 2001.  Inner Harbor, Baltimore.

Donated by:  Maryland Science Center

Value:  $18

 

G 9   GET AWAY WEEKEND FOR TWO

Gift certificate for a relaxing two night weekend hotel stay for two people with continental breakfast (bagels, European-style rolls, donuts, cereal, coffee, tea, milk, and juice) each morning.  Outdoor pool and free e-mail and internet access.  Does not include alcoholic beverages or gratuity.  To be used by May 11, 2002.   Bethesda.

Donated by:  American Inn of Bethesda

Value:  $200

 

G10   BOYDVILLE, THE INN AT MARTINSBURG

Gift certificate for a one night stay for two people at the historic Boydville B&B, an 1812 stone manor house on 10 park-like acres in town.  Unique Civil War and older history.  Deluxe room with private bath, breakfast included.    Reservations required.  Open Thursday through Sunday weekly and Thursday through Monday on holiday weekends.  Closed in August and from December 20-31, 2001.   Martinsburg, WV.

Donated by:  Boydville, The Inn at Martinsburg

Value:  $136.25

 

G11  

THE RED FOX INN

An overnight stay and continental breakfast for two at the romantic Red Fox Inn in Middleburg, VA.  Valid Sundays through Thursdays, excluding holidays, through May 11, 2002.   Includes 13 coupons for money off various Middleburg establishments.

Donated by:  Red Fox Inn

Value:  $150

 

 

H – Help When you Need It

Services, Consultations, etc.

 

H 1   HAIR.  WE CAN REALLY CUT IT.

Everyone deserves to look great.  Now you can make it happen at a place that's fun with this Family Plan Gift Certificate good for one adult's and one child's haircuts, shampoo and blow dry at any Cartoon Cuts location.  To be used by May 11, 2002.

Donated by:  Cartoon Cuts

Value:  $30

 

H 2   HAIR A MESS?

Susan or Kelley at Curl Jam can help with this gift certificate for a shampoo, haircut, and blow dry or credit toward a color service.  Expires June 30, 2001. Bethesda.

Donated by:  Curl Jam Hair Salon

Value:  $50

 

H 3   DETAILS, DETAILS, DETAILS

One complete automobile detailing service including exterior wash, hand wax and detailing, interior vacuum cleaning and carpet shampoo for any passenger car to be used by November 11, 2001.  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Euro Motorcars, Inc.

Value:  $150

 


 

H 4   WASH THAT CAR 1

One Ultimate brushless carwash includes brushless wash, underwash, rust inhibitor underbody spray, Simoniz  Poly Sealant, Simoniz Poly Creme Conditioner, Wheel Bright, Armor All Tire Protectant, interior vacuum, windows sprayed and cleaned.  The works! No expiration.  Rockville.

Donated by:  Flagship Carwash Center

Value:  $15.95

 

H 5   WASH THAT CAR 2

One Ultimate brushless carwash includes brushless wash, underwash, rust inhibitor underbody spray, Simoniz  Poly Sealant, Simoniz Poly Creme Conditioner, Wheel Bright, Armor All Tire Protectant, interior vacuum, windows sprayed and cleaned.  The works!  No expiration.  Rockville.

Donated by:  Flagship Carwash Center

Value:  $15.95

 

H 6   CLEAN UP YOUR ACT

…with a $15 gift certificate for custom dry cleaning at Rock Creek Valet.  To be used by December 31, 2001.  Grubb Road, Silver Spring.

Donated by:  Rock Creek Valet

Value:  $15

 

H 7   HAVE A TREE IN NEED OF A PICK ME UP?

Then this gift certificate for large tree fertilization is right for you.  Includes subsurface fertilization and 150 pounds pressure. To be used in 2001.  Available in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Kensington, Garrett Park, Potomac, or NW DC. 

Donated by:  Wood Acres Tree Specialists

Value:  $165

 

 

J – Just for Kids

Birthday Parties, Certificates, and Fun

 

J 1   TOYS, GAMES AND HOBBIES

Gift certificate for classic toys, games and hobbies, at the Back to Basics Outlet Store in Herndon, VA.  Expires March 10, 2002.

Donated by:  Back to Basics Toys

Value:  $25

 

J 2   FUN X 10

Coupons for 10 regular admissions to Kidzone.  SOCKS REQUIRED TO PLAY!  Germantown or White Flint locations only.  Expire August 11, 2001.

Donated by:  Kidzone

Value:  $55

 

J 3   MOM, I HAVE TO HAVE THIS TOY!!!

Choose from an array of toys, books, dolls and stuffed animals with this $10 gift certificate from Whirligigs and Whimsies.  Use by September 1, 2001.  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Whirligigs and Whimsies

Value:  $10

 

J 4   LEMON TWIST

$25 gift certificate to The Lemon Twist Children’s Boutique in Chevy Chase.

Donated by:  The Go Family

Value:  $25

 

J 5   BECOME A MASTER JUGGLER

Kids Kit – The Usborne Book of Juggling with three juggling balls.

Donated by:  The Maudlin-Jeronimo Family

Value:  $9.95

 

J 6   WHAT’S REALLY IN YOUR BACKYARD?

The Backyard Explorer Kit includes a leaf and tree guide and a leaf collecting album.

Donated by:  The Maudlin-Jeronimo Family

Value:  $9.95

 


 

K – Kitchen Help

Special Food and Items

 

K 1   YOU SCREAM, I SCREAM

Enjoy 2 pre-packed quarts of any flavor Baskin Robbins ice cream.  Bethesda only.  Expires September 31, 2001.

Donated by:  Baskin Robbins

Value:  $8

 

K 2   SCOOP IT UP

Five (5) coupons good for one kid’s scoop each at Baskin Robbins Ice Cream.  Silver Spring only.

Donated by:  Baskin Robbins

Value:  $6.95

 

K 3   SUNDAE ANY DAY OF THE WEEK

Two (2) coupons good for one regular sundae each at Baskin Robbins Ice Cream.  Silver Spring store only.

Donated by:  Baskin Robbins

Value:  $6.50

 

K 4   BAGELS 1

A dozen delicious bagels from Bethesda Bagels.  Expires 5/12/02.

Donated by:  Bethesda Bagels

Value:  $7.20

 

K 5   BAGELS 2

Another delicious dozen bagels from Bethesda Bagels. Expires 5/12/02.

Donated by:  Bethesda Bagels

Value:  $7.20

 

K 6   BAGELS 3

Yet another delicious dozen bagels from Bethesda Bagels. Expires 5/12/02.

Donated by:  Bethesda Bagels

Value:  $7.20

 

K 7   BUNDLES OF COOKIES

Gift certificate for a creative cookie arrangement (5 cookies) in their standard tin accompanied by a cookie on a stick.  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Bundles of Cookies

Value:  $45

 

K 8   CREATIVE CAKES

A gift certificate for a custom-decorated 8” round DELICIOUS and beautiful cake.   One week advance notice required.  Valid through May, 2002.  Silver Spring.

Donated by:  Creative Cakes, Inc.

Value:  $25

 

K 9   CHEESECAKE!

Large cherry cheesecake or pumpkin cheesecake.  Serves 10-12.  Please give 4 days’ notice.  Cheesecake can be delivered.  Why not indulge?

Donated by:  Janet Edmonds

Value:  $17.50

 

K10   PARTY ANYONE?

One custom tablecloth (up to 120”) & 8 napkins with most in stock fabric.  Expires July, 2002.

Donated by:  Party Cloths, Inc.

Value:  $200

 

K11   SMELL THE AROMA…COFFEE SAMPLER

. . . from Quartermaine Coffee Roasters.  Two half-pounds of fresh roasted House Blend coffee.  Decaf or regular.  Expires May 11, 2002.  Bethesda and Friendship Heights.

Donated by:  Quartermaine Coffee Roasters

Value:  $10

 

K12   PRETTY FISH ON MY TABLE

Four brightly painted, brand new metal fish napkin rings – each different – a conversation piece from Crate and Barrel.

Donated by:  Ruth Lampi

Value:  $16

 


 

K13   LOAVES AND LOAVES I

Gift certificate good for 3 loaves of Spring Mill Bread. Not redeemable for non-bread items.   Bethesda.

Donated by:  Spring Mill Bread

Value:  $12.50

 

K14   LOAVES AND LOAVES II

Gift certificate good for 3 loaves of Spring Mill Bread. Not redeemable for non-bread items.  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Spring Mill Bread

Value:  $12.50

 

K15   LOAVES AND LOAVES III

Gift certificate good for 3 loaves of Spring Mill Bread.  Not redeemable for non-bread items. Bethesda.

Donated by:  Spring Mill Bread

Value:  $12.50

 

K16   LOAVES AND LOAVES IV

Gift certificate good for 3 loaves of Spring Mill Bread.  Not redeemable for non-bread items. Bethesda.

Donated by:  Spring Mill Bread

Value:  $12.50

 

K17   BREAKFAST AT HOME

Sunday morning breakfast of 1 dozen bagels, ½ pound lox, cream cheese, coffee and hot chocolate for the kids, all delivered by the Platt family on a mutually agreed upon date.

Donated by:  The Platt Family

Value:  $25

 

K18   FLOWERS PRETTY ENOUGH TO EAT

A whole pot-full of multi-colored chocolate lollipops shaped like flowers.  Crafted by Nicole Taylor.

Donated by:  Nicole Taylor

Value:  $25

 

K19   PURIM IN MAY!

Take home this tray of delicious hamantashen, homebaked by master NCC hamantashen bakers Molly and Rachel Braun.

Donated by:  The Braun Family

Value:  $25

 

K20   COFFEE AND BAGELS I

Meeting friends while the kids are in school?  Taking your family out for a casual weekend breakfast?  Need a quick lunch while you’re on-the-go?  Stop at Einstein Bros. Bagels for a “bagel and schmear” and then at Starbucks for any drink of your choice.  Two sets of coffee and bagel coupons, each worth up to $6.50

Donated by:  The Silverstein Family, Einstein Bros. and Starbucks

Value:  $13

 

K21   COFFEE AND BAGELS II

Another set of two coupons each for an Einstein Bros. Bagels “bagel and schmear” and for any drink of your choice at Starbucks.  Two sets of coffee and bagel coupons, each worth up to $6.50

Donated by:  The Silverstein Family, Einstein Bros. and Starbucks

Value:  $13

 

K22   CINNAMON ROLLS

Mmmm…Get the sweet warm smell and taste of homemade cinnamon rolls without the work.  To be delivered to your home at a time to be mutually agreed upon.

Donated by:  Peg O’Donnell

Value:  $15

 


 

L – Lessons

You are Never Too Old to Learn

 

L 1   LEARN TO DANCE ...

. . . with 2 private, 2 group, and 2 practice lessons at Arthur Murray.  Adults only.

Donated by:  Arthur Murray Studio

Value:  $200

 

L 2   CREATE!

Create Expressive Arts Center presents a gift certificate for 20% off any children’s art class OR 15% off one week’s tuition at any arts camp at the Center.  Expires May 2002.  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Create Expressive Arts Center

Value:  $30-$40

 

L 3   ON YOUR FEET!

Class card to be used for any 5 classes, of any kind, adult or child, enrollment or drop-in, dance or fitness, at any of 3 studio locations.  Card must be picked up by July 31, 2001.  Expires in one year.  Dupont Circle, Friendship Heights, Bethesda.

Donated by:  Joy of Motion Dance Center

Value:  $60

 

L 4   ON YOUR TOES!

The Maryland Youth Ballet offers 10 classes for adults in ballet, stretch Pilates ®, or modern dance OR summer ballet classes for a child aged 5 – 8 years old.  (Tentative summer session dates are June 25 to August 3, 2001.)  Card for 10 adult classes is valid for 6 months after first class; must begin no later than August 31, 2001.  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Maryland Youth Ballet

Value:  $60 to $125

 

L 5   LEARN TO DRIVE I

A Driver’s Education Course – 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours on the road.  Must be taking course for the first time, 15-17 years of age.

Donated by:  Potomac Driving School

Value:  $289.99

 

L 6   LEARN TO DRIVE II

Another Driver’s Education Course – 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours on the road.  Must be taking course for the first time, 15-17 years of age.

Donated by:  Potomac Driving School

Value:  $289.99

 

L 7   HOW’S YOUR MATH?

One diagnostic assessment for math at Sylvan Learning Center lasting approximately 2 to 2-1/2  hours.

Donated by:  Sylvan Learning Center

Value:  $175

 

L 8   COMPOST HAPPENS!

Let Montgomery County Master Composter Ruth Lampi come help you build or fix your back yard compost pile.  Weekend time to be mutually agreed upon.  If you don’t have a compost bin, Ruth can buy one from the Audubon Society for $5 and bring it along (donor reimburses).  Must be used before 11/20/01.

Donated by:  Ruth Lampi

Value:  $20

 


 

N – Necessary Objects

For the Home and Garden

 

N 1   WHEN YOU CARE ENOUGH

Send flowers with this $40 gift certificate from Bell Flowers.  Valid through September 11, 2001 but does not apply to out of town orders.  Silver Spring.

Donated by:  Bell Flowers

Value:  $40

 

N 2   GET FRAMED

The Chesapeake Framing Company will put the perfect finishing touch to any artwork with this $200 gift certificate.  Kensington.

Donated by:  Chesapeake Framing Company

Value:  $200

 

N 3   GET ORGANIZED!

“Step into a more organized life” with this certificate good for $50.00 off a wall closet system worth $400.00 or more, or $100.00 off a walk-in closet system worth $700.00 or more.  No limit on the number of closets.  Rockville. Expires 8/11/01. Must be presented at time of design consultation and is not valid with other coupons or offers.

Donated by:  Closet Stretchers

Value:  $50-$100

 

N 4   STOP AND SMELL THE FLOWERS

Choose from cut flowers, houseplants, shrubbery, bulbs, garden supplies and more with this $25 gift certificate from Johnson's Flower and Garden Centers.  Kensington, Washington, Rockville or Gaithersburg.

Donated by:  Johnson's Flower and Garden Center

Value:  $25

 

N 5   FURNITURE

$50 towards purchase of any item in stock at the Consignment Furniture Gallery in Beltsville.  Antiques to new.  700 square feet of great values!

Donated by:  Joel Appelbaum

Value:  $50

 

N 6   CHILD’S BICYCLE

A child’s bicycle for ages 4-7.  Used, but in perfect condition.

Donated by:  Protopappas/Polan family

Value:  $25

 

N 7   CONTAINER GARDEN

Culinary Container Garden – Enjoy the beauty and harvest the herbs and edible flowers from this collection of annual and perennial plants.

Donated by:  Laura Anthony

Value:  $35

 

N 8   PIC-SHIRT

Bring in your favorite photo and Kensington Copy Center will copy that picture onto a T-shirt to take home.

Donated by:  Kensington Copy Center

Value:  $19.95

 

N 9   BOOKS AND MUSIC

It won't be hard to spend this $10 gift certificate good at any Olsson's Books and Records location.  Downtown DC, Dupont Circle, Georgetown, Bethesda, or Alexandria, VA.

Donated by:  Olsson's Books and Records

Value:  $10

 

N10   BOOKS OR MUSIC

Ten dollar gift certificate to Border’s for your pick of books or music.  What’s not to like?

Donated by:  Ruth Lampi

Value:  $10

 

N11   WAY THINGS WORK KIT

“Way Things Work Kit” Includes over 50 activities.  A hands-on, fully interactive kit plus Pinball Science CD-ROM, booklet and activity cards.  Build 12 fantastic working models to bring David Macaulay’s remarkable book to life.  New, unopened.

Donated by:  The Weinstein Family

Value:  $30

 

N12   DEAR MOTHER-DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB KIT!

“Dear Mother-Daughter Book Club Kit” and “the Mother-Daughter Book Club” by Shirley Dodson.  This package gives you all the materials (including video) and guidance you need to form your own book club.  Donated by members of the Original Mother Daughter Book Club.

Donated by:  Leslye and Brittney Fraser

Value:  $75

 

N13   WILD NEIGHBORS

Packed with detailed "how-to" solutions for dealing with everything from bats in your attic to deer in your garden, "Wild Neighbors" is a unique user-friendly guide offering ways to enjoy wildlife but also to deal with the inevitable encounters in a humane fashion. This book is perfect for anyone confronted with the problems caused by human-animal conflicts around homes and buildings and who must find solutions without causing harm to their wild neighbors.

Donated by:  The Humane Society of the United States Wildlife Land Trust

Value:  $16.95

 

N14   ADVANTIX 4100 CAMERA

You can shoot wide, normal, or zoom,  all with the same camera.  This Kodak Advantix 4100ix zoom camera is two years old, but has been used only once.

Donated by:  The Wolpert Family

Value:  $100

 

N15   THE WORLD OF AMISH QUILTS

“The World of Amish Quilts”  by Rachel and Kenneth Pellman, is a beautiful book of photographs showing how the rhythms and patterns of Amish life are revealed in its most celebrated form of folk art.

Donated by:  The Peterson Family

Value:  $22

 

 


P – Picture Perfect

Smile and Say Cheese

 

P 1   GLOGAU STUDIO 1

Use this certificate for a weekday studio portrait session in color or black and white with one finished 8" x 10" portrait.  Limit one per family.  Expires in 90 days (call to extend).  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Glogau Studio

Value:  $300

 

P 2   GLOGAU STUDIO 2

Use this certificate for a weekday studio portrait session in color or black and white with one finished 8" x 10" portrait.  Limit one per family.  Expires in 90 days (call to extend).  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Glogau Studio

Value:  $300

 

P 3   GLOGAU STUDIO 3

Use this certificate for a weekday studio portrait session in color or black and white with one finished 8" x 10" portrait.  Limit one per family.  Expires in 90 days (call to extend).  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Glogau Studio

Value:  $300

 

P 4   RAZI STUDIO I

Let Razi Studio photograph your family (or just you) and provide you with a memorable 8x10 color portrait of your choice.  Planning, consultation and studio sitting are all included. Expires October 10, 2001,  and ONLY ONE PER FAMILY (so you can’t win both this and P 5).  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Razi Studio Artistic Photography

Value:  $195

 

P 5   RAZI STUDIO II

Let Razi Studio photograph your family (or just you) and provide you with a memorable 8x10 color portrait of your choice.  Planning, consultation and studio sitting are all included. Expires October 10, 2001,  and ONLY ONE PER FAMILY (so you can’t win both this and P 4).  Bethesda.

Donated by:  Razi Studio Artistic Photography

Value:  $195

 


 

S - Sports

Tickets and Ways to Work-out

 

S 1   O'S --ANAHEIM BASEBALL

Spend a Saturday evening at the Yard with two tickets to the Orioles-Anaheim game.  July 21, 2001, 7:05 pm.  Left field club seats plus parking.

Donated by:  Baer/Rothenberg Family

Value:  $51

 

S 2   MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL CLOSE TO HOME

Certificate for six general admission tickets good for any 2001 regular season Bowie Baysox (the Orioles’ Double A affiliate) game at Prince George's Stadium.  Pick up tickets after April 1, 2001.  Bowie.

Donated by:  Bowie Baysox Baseball Club

Value:  $45

 

S 3   FORE!

Thanks to NCC parent Tom McKay, you’ll have four rounds of golf at Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club, Bethany Beach, Delaware.  Valid through 12/31/01.

Donated by:  Carl M.  Freeman Golf  & Tom McKay

Value:  $320

 

S 4   MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

A certificate good for a six-pack of general admission tickets good for any Frederick Keys 2001 regular season home game. Class A Affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles.  Frederick, MD.

Donated by:  Frederick Keys

Value:  $48

 

S 5   O'S --  MONTREAL BASEBALL

Spend a Saturday evening at the Yard with two tickets to the Orioles-Montreal game.  June 9, 2001, 7:05 pm.  Thanks to NCC's Baer / Rothenberg family.  Left field club seats plus parking.

Donated by:  Marc Rothenberg & Ivy Baer

Value:  $51

 

S 6   PUT A LOAD ON YOUR BACK

Family into hiking?  Or perhaps just a new backpack for the next school year!  Check out this “Planet Gear” backpack.  Green/Black.  SKU#10565.  From Ranger Surplus in Bethesda.

Donated by:  Ranger Surplus Plus

Value:  $20

 

S 7   TENNIS ANYONE?

Dunlop extra long tennis racquet, with 4 1/8 grip.  Five years old but never used. 

Donated by:  Cedarbrook Club's Tennis Pro, Mike Kotz

Value:  $50

 

S 8   MORE TENNIS

Dunlop extra long tennis racquet, with 4 3/8 grip.  Five years old but never used. 

Donated by:  Cedarbrook Club's Tennis Pro, Mike Kotz

Value:  $50

 

S 9   WHAT A BALL!

2 Pavilion club tent tickets to the 2001 Kemper Insurance Open.  Good  for any one tournament day May 21-27, 2001.

Donated by:  Kemper Insurance Open

Value:  $100

 

 


 

W – Wear it Well

Clothes and Certificates

 

W 1   CATCH CAN

A local favorite, this stores features women's all natural fiber clothing and unique housewares and gifts.  Shop at the new, expanded store with this $25 gift certificate.  Good through May 11, 2002.  Kensington.

Donated by:  Catch Can

Value:  $25

 

W 2   PRETTY PONCHO

Add this woven, light wool, full-length poncho of warm fall colors to your wardrobe.  New, never been worn.  Peacock in rust, white and black woven on a tan background, fringed bottom.

Donated by:  Caryl Moyer

Value:  $28

 

 

  

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