3.30.2010

2010 Classroom Projects

Preview Day: class projects/baskets, teacher experiences & student artisan projects will be available at Preview Day Thursday, April 15 from 2-6pm in the PHE MU.
Absentee Bidding: Not attending the Gala but you are interested in bidding on one or more of these items? Check out our Absentee Bidding option.

Scott Class Donation - Take Care for Two" Package. You and a guest will enjoy an elite buddy training session with Kandee Shuken, Elite Personal Trainer at the Renaissance ClubSport fitness facility. When you are finished working out, relax with an 80-minute couples massage that will help you recover from your earlier training session. After the massage, you will have the opportunity to satisfy your appetite with the Spa Cuisine Lunch, a truly wonderful day of luxury at the Renaissance ClubSport in Walnut Creek. Expires: 10/31/10.
Value $370.00/Starting bid: $111.00

Bohner Class Project & Basket - Project Merry Pear. This is a large colorful abstract pear painting created by every student in Mrs. Bohner 4th grade class. Not only did the students tackle with project with creative inhibition but with immense pride in creating a piece of art to be purchased and used to raise money for some of their favorite programs at PHE. This ready to hang canvas is 24x30 and 2 inches deep with a true museum quality.

Basket - A Day at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Take the family to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk for a fantastic day! You can split your day by hanging out on the beach with your 48QT Igloo Cooler, Beach Umbrella, Sand Toys, Paddle Ball Set, 4 Aluminum Water bottles, Frisbee, Bottle of Sunscreen, and 4 Beach Towels. When you've had enough of the sand and water, use the 4 Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk Attractions Plus Unlimited Rides Package! Ride as often as you want, PLUS choose two attractions: Mini Golf, Laser Tag, Desperados, Climb 'N Conquer, Fright Walk, Boardwalk Bowl bowling (one game and shoes), 12 arcade tokens, or the new Laser Maze. Good any operating day. A fabulous summer day ready and waiting for you and your family!

Mafaei Class Donation -
Let's go to the Movies! Here's a perfect weekend-night outing for the entire family to enjoy the latest movie release. The package includes 5 movie passes to the Cinemark Pleasant Hill Movie Theater and $10 in tokens for the theater Arcade. If you're in the mood to stay in but want to get that movie theater feeling, choose from one of 7 family movie DVDs (they have gift receipts should you find you already own any of them), movie theater size candies, a popcorn bowl that you can fill with either microwave kettle korn, regular popcorn or Toffee Popcorn.

Russo Class Donation - This digital camcorder shoots in 1080p high definition for stellar quality video and features 90MB of internal memory, so you can record special moments with friends and family. This Insignia Camcorder has dual function: 720p HD Camcorder & 5MP digital camera, use it for any occasion. You'll also get an Optima Flash Memory Card, 2 GB and the Lowepro Digital Camera Bag. Great for your family or a gift.
Scott Class Project - One of the most wonderful symbols of spring is the full, colorful and fragrant cherry blossom tree. Ms. Scott's first graders got together to create a gorgeous painting of this symbol, a Cherry Blossom Tree in full bloom. Sharon Kurk loaned her painting expertise with this project while Kandee Shuken directed the kids in their efforts. Every child contributed by using their tiny finger tips to "paint" the cherry blossoms and it's absolutely beautiful.
Mrs. Kameya's 1st/2nd Class Proejct - Handpainted Tile Framed Chalk Board. The children of Mrs. Kameya's class had a lot of fun painting their own tile for this project. Each kid was given their a tile and special glazes to decorate in their own uniquely abstract style. The integrity of the piece comes from the color palette they all used which will brighten any home. This beauty is also useful for keeping everyone in your household up to date!
Nicosia Class Donation- The Deluxe Emergency kit contains enough emergency supplies to sustain 4 people for three days, as recommended by the American Red Cross. Each kit includes 4 water boxes, food supply, 4 emergency ponchos, 4 survival blankets, 4 12-hour lightsticks, 4 pair nitrile gloves,4 dust masks, pocket tissues, emergency whistle, leather gloves, Multi-Tool, 10yds. Duct Tape, 4 pair goggles, 3 bio-hazard bags, premoistened towlettes, emergency communication plan/contacts, first aid kit that has 107 pieces, Emergency power station 4-function (flashlight, AM/FM radio, siren, cell phone charger) and a backpack. The kit, in a handy backpack, can be stored at home, at school, and at the office.
Strum Class Donation - Medley of organic products with white bake-ware dish.
Gableman Class Donation - Family Entertainment Gift Card Basket - Everything is here to show your family a good time! Spend quality time with your favorite people, we've done all the thinking for you! Included in this basket are gift cards to baja fresh, coco swirl, trader joe's, olive garden, cold stone creamery and much much more!!!!

Walker Class Donation - Gym and Fitness Starter: This deluxe gym bag contains a heart rate monitor, pedometer, exercise mat, water bottle and energy bars to get you started, and a 6-month membership to Fitness19 to keep you going just in time for beach season. Value: $250
Flaner Class Donation - Medley of Meals out on the Town. Gift cards and gift certificates from some local favorite restaurants, including: Kobe Japan $50, Taheri's $40, Cheesecake Factory $50, Mary's Pizza Shack $25, Chipotle $25, Starbucks $25, and Rubio's $10. Perfect for taking the night off of cooking or a quick lunch break. Value: $225.00

Strum Class Donation - Whimsical Family Tree, Peekaboo Crafts
Jury Class Donation - Simple Single model bike by Giant. A one speed cruiser the for ultimate in simplicity, features a Comfort Cruiser saddle for supreme plushness, cruiser tires are large for smooth rolling. Maybe a great Mother's Day present!
McGee Class Project: Fingerprint Fun in the Garden - Enjoy this 16" ceramic pot in your garden! It is painted with adorable fingerprint critters done by kindergardeners. The pot will also has some gardening goodies along with a Navlet's gift card to purchase potting materials.
Gabelman Class Project- Sharon Kurk worked with the students to create a collage of birch trees in winter. Each tree trunk is a unique painting from every child in the class. Tree trunks are applied to a beautiful tissue collage background. The combination of the bright background and the starkness of the trees is stunning and makes for a contemporary piece of art. (pics with and without frame)

Abramon Class Project - Annie Blodgette worked with the 2nd grade students to create a version of "Regatta at Cowes" in the Raoul Dufy style on canvas 24x30. Dufy is a French artist recently studied in FAME.

3.29.2010

Professional Chef Prepares Dinner for Eight!

Another outstanding experience you will only find at the auction! This is sure to be a live auction item!

A spectacular dinner for eight in the privacy of your own home! No need to go out because a private chef is coming to you to prepare a delicious three course meal for you and your friends. Chef Anne Dickey brings the food and 4 bottles of wine along with loads of experience from famous kitchens such as Chez Panisse, Fleur de Lys, and Postrio. Either treat your friends to an amazing evening or team together with your friends to win what is sure to be an auction highlight. You will then be able to relax and enjoy the company of your guests, while all culinary tasks are masterfully handled by your chef. Chef Anne Dickey, contact info dickeyanne@yahoo.com, phone number 415.412.8092

Date to be mutually agreed upon. No Holidays. Expires 11/01/10 Donors: Chef Anne Dickey and food & wine provided by the Hanken Family

Guided Fly-Fishing Trip for Two

Only at the auction...check out this unique experience. Something we've never had at the auction.

You and a friend will enjoy a guided fly-fishing trip on either the McCloud, Klamath or Upper Sacramento Rivers. John Rickard a highly regarded fly-fishing guide will lead you in every aspect of the sport and at the end of the day you'll walk away with an in-depth knowledge of equipment selection, casting techniques, entomology, techniques for fighting, landing and releasing fish and memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a novice, John will give you the fly-fishing trip of a lifetime. All trips include a streamside lunch, use of equipment, flies, etc...Please have a valid fishing license and appropriate stamps. Date to be mutually agreed upon, species of fish available subject to state law. Transportation not included. Expires: 4/17/11

Website and email http://wildwatersflyfishing.com and john@wildwatersflyfishing.com

3.25.2010

Calling All Pub Crawlers!

One bus, several beers in hand and loads of PHE folks and friends...it must be the famous SF Pub Crawl! Thanks again to City Sightseeing for this fabulous donation. This is a hot sign-up event at the auction and definitely a favorite amongst many people. This is a special event just for PHE and friends.

SAVE the Date: Friday, June 11th
Time: 7-11pm
Pick-up: Embarcadero Bart Station
Cost: $35/pp

Board the bus right off Embarcadero BART station, jump on the bus to find beer and wine waiting for you. With drinks in hand you tour the city with old and new friends. After a nice tour and a few beers we hit three really fun and different bars/pubs.

If you are interested in the double-decker buses check out City Sightseeing for more information. This is a fun activity anytime time of year especially with kids. I highly recommend this tour during the holidays. A fun way to see all the holiday lights.

3.24.2010

Student Artisans Donations

Not going to the Gala Auction but you are interested in bidding on one of these items? Check out Absentee Bidding.

Necklace & Bracelet - by Camille Campbell, 4th grader.

Tye-dye Duct Tape Wallet
- by Colby Schiager 4th grader.
Wine Charms - bid on one of 3 sets of wine charms by Molly Ferrari, 6th grader. Wine charms come in a cute tin container.

Felt Birds & Pin - adorable hand-made felt birds and a pin have been donated by former PHE student and now 6th grader Erica Kemp. Visit her Etsy Shop Three Fish and a Ladybug for more items.


High-Fashion Note Cards - two sets (5 cards each) of chic fashion outfits have been hand-made by former PHE student and now 6th grader Eleanor Campbell.

3.23.2010

Get Professional Photos of Your Chilren

Buy your tickets now or fill out the photo form by Friday, March 26th to ensure award winning Photographer Laura Cottril captures your child on film.

3.08.2010

Donations Received...so far

Here's a quick hit list of some things we've received. (Not all inclusive.)
  • Giants tickets
  • Various summer camps (St. Mary's, Roughing It Day Camp, Athenian sport camp, etc.)
  • Fly Fishing - for two on either McCloud, Klamath or Upper Sacramento River with highly regarded guide John Rickard. A first rate adventure.
  • Ikea Outdoor Furniture
  • Premier Kitchens (Lafayette) - gift certificates for kitchen designs
  • Village Music School
  • Disneyland 1 Day Hopper Passes for Family of 4
  • Walt Disney Family Museum, (in the SF Presidio) passes for 4
  • Month long memberships to Club Pools (Buena Vista, PH Aquatics and Larkey)
  • Gift Certificate to Colorz Hair Gallery
  • Ortho gift certificate to Drs Tanner and Reichhold
  • iFly Indoor Skydiving
  • 3 Month Membership (not normally available) to Club Sport
  • North Gait Equestrian
  • MacIver Landscape is donating a 15 gallon tree
  • Panera Bread, one loaf a month for a year
  • Papa Murphy's is offering one pizza a month for a year
Sign-up Parties, Events, Dinners & More
  • SF Pub Crawl (City Sightseeing) - back by popular demand; details from previous year
  • Amber Bistro dinner for 4
  • Tea Party with Jennifer Voris
  • Flip Flop Lemon Drop party
  • Paul Mitchell hair and nail party for girls -
  • Kinders dinner for 8
  • Dinner for 8, Private Chef, Your Location - Chef from the kitchens of Chez Panisse, Fleur de Lys, Postrio and others is offering to come to your house, and to make a meal of a life time for eight. Food & wine provided by John & Nancy Hanken.
  • Wine tasting for 10 Wine Thieves - get together with friends and buy this during live auction
  • Scrapbooking & dinner party for 10
Classroom Projects/Donations/Baskets (listed by teacher)
  • McGee - Garden themed, decorated clay pots either filled with plants or herbs and possibly a gift card
  • Kameya - class tiled chalkboard or mirror AND a digital camera or date night package
  • Nicosia - Earthquake/Emergency preparedness basket
  • Maffai- Let's go to the movies!
  • Waters - Wine Country Getaway AND A Wee Change basket
  • Abramson - Dufy Style Class Painting (see below for picture)
  • Walker - Fitness basket including a 6-month gym membership
  • Bryan - Get out & go basket
  • Bohner - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Basket AND an art project
  • Gabelman - Family Entertainment Gift Card Tree
  • Jury - Bike
  • Runyan, Flaner, Hotter - Contributions to Wine Cellar Raffle, tradition of the 5th grade classes
  • Roberts/Croy - Date night out including a $100 gift certificate to Amber Bistro one of the best fining dining restaurants in the East Bay.
  • Joachim - Fitness Theme Basket
Thank you to all parents, families, friends and businesses for coordinating class baskets/project, donating, and procuring some really great items, events and experiences!

More Auction Donation Ideas

Found this list online at www.bidforkids.com. We take no credit for this list of ideas but still thought it was worth the post.

1. Holiday Helper - Winner receives family photo session for Xmas card taken by donor, address and mail Xmas Cards (stamps included), wrap Xmas gifts, plate of Xmas cookies and hot cocoa for the winning family to enjoy.
2. Business Start Up Package - (sample idea for a $400 value package) - Winner receives 1 yr membership to Chamber of Commerce, 500 business cards, 1 hr consultation with accountant, $50 Office Depot gift certificate.
3. Sunday Brunch at a Rock City (Mt. Diablo) – (sample idea) - Donor meets 3 winning families at a Rock City on Mt Diablo. Donor provides food (continental breakfast, snacks and water) guides a short hike, organizes play and climbing at Rock City.
4. Gourmet Concert in the Park – (sample idea) - there are several cities (Pleasant Hill included) that have free summer concerts that are ton of fun. Donor selects the concert date and site for party of Donor arrives to venue early to set up prime spot and provides seating, blankets, gourmet appetizers and wine.
5. Gourmet Meals in a Pinch – Everyone has one day each week where the kids schedule is so crazy it’s nearly impossible to get a home cooked meal made. This is a sample idea for 3 donors who love to cook. Each donor contributes 4 already made entrees that can be frozen and reheated. This will give the winner a meal a week to pop in the oven to use when in a pinch. In total, the winner will get a 3 month supply of meals.
6. National Park Package – (sample idea)- Donor provides a national park family pass, hiking book, maps, REI gift certificate, trail mix, water bottles.
7. Free Ad Space – This would be a great win for those who have their own business. See if local publications will donate ad space ie- Diablo Magazine, Pleasant Hill Community paper or other local publications.
8. Bagels in Bed – (sample idea) – Donor provides winner with a bag of hot bagels, cream cheese and hot coffee delivered to their door on the first Saturday of the month for 3 months.
9. PHE Families with Connections- Do you know anyone who could donate? An aunt, uncle, friend, neighbor??
10. Season Ticket Holders – Any PHE families with season tickets who can donate tickets to one game/match?
11. Airline Miles – Donor to donate frequent flier miles.
12. Mom’s Morning Off – (sample package) - Donor provides 4 hrs of babysitting, gift certificate for a mani/pedi, gift certificate to lunch at a downtown restaurant, basket of teas or lotions.
13. The $5000 Party. 5 hosts each pay $200. 50 attendees pay $100 each. Food, drinks, & dancing provided. Host at your house or your clubhouse. Get a band to donate and really take this party up a notch!
14. Babysitting Night. Agree to host 4 or more kids for a couple of hours so that parents can have date night.
15. Restaurant Donation. We all know that restaurants are hurting this year due to a weak economy. However, what if you asked a restaurant to match your donation? Get a gift certificate at any restaurant and have the restaurant match your certificate.
16. Mr. and Mrs. James Bond for a Weekend. Know any car dealers?? What if a couple was able to rent an Aston Martin or other amazing car for the weekend? Could it include a hotel or resort stay somewhere?
17. A Chef’s Meal at Home. Do you know a chef who would be willing to cook for a party at someone’s house? Maybe give a lecture on organic ingredients? Or how to cook with fresh herbs? Or what about pairing wine?
18. Box Seats. Do you know of someone or a company who has box seats to the Raiders, As, Giants or 49ers? Do they want them for a Green Day or American Idol concert? Could they donate the box seats for a concert?
19. Immediate Reservation. Could you get an immediate reservation at French Laundry or other restaurant who is booked months in advance?