Slient and Live Auction at The Boston Fiesta
to support of the 250 children lifted out of poverty by the
schools of El Hogar in Honduras.

- June 14, 2010 -

A complete list of the Silent and Llive Auction items is listed below. Bidding will take place the night of the Boston Fiesta on June 14, 2010. If you are unable to attend, but would like to bid on an item, please arrange for someone at the Fiesta to bid on your behalf.

- LIVE AUCTION ITEMS -

1. Mystery Wine—Mixed Reds
Value $180
A virtual tour of South America through wine, this box is mixed reds from Argentina and Chile, featuring robust malbecs and well-rounded cabernets.
Courtesy of Magnolia Wine Company, Watertown,
Jay Faber – Proprietor

2. Thousand Island, NY, Cottage, 1 week stay
Value $1200
Eastlake style, 2-bedroom cottage features a wrap around porch with views of the St. Lawrence River. Sleeps 8, many amenities nearby. June or Sept. ’11.
Courtesy of the Revs. Thomas Brown & Tom Mousin

3. Celtics Tickets - 2011
Value $250
Fantastic seats – Loge 1, R9, seats 1 & 2 – to see Celtics like the Celtics of old. You can say you were there, rooting them on to a championship.
Mutually agreed upon date.
Courtesy of Jeff Twiss and the Boston Celtics.

4. Sanibel Island Condo
Value $1900
The best beach on Sanibel is a short walk from this two-bedroom condo; or stay and swim or play tennis. This is a great shelling beach.
Mutually agreed upon dates.
Courtesy of Liz & Jason Kinchen

5. Dinner at the Rectory (for six)
Value Priceless
Join Epiphany’s Rector, Thomas Brown and Tom Mousin for an unforgettable dinner at the Rectory in Winchester. Three couples, mutually agreed upon date.
Courtesy of the Revs. Thomas Brown and Tom Mousin

6. Golf & Lunch at The Country Club (for 3)
Value $760
Jamie Fagan will happily host three golfers at The Country Club for a round of golf. Drinks or lunch included. Mutually agreed upon date.
Courtesy of the Fagans

7. Dinner with Claudia & Raul Castro (for 6)
Only on June 17, 2010-Thursday
Value Priceless
Enjoy an extensive conversation with the Castros in a relaxed dinner party setting. Chris and Celia Cerulo are hosting a gourmet dinner for 12 at their home in Winchester. Begin mingling at 7:00 pm, followed by a sit-down dinner. Along with Chris and Celia, Jason and Liz Kinchen will attend. Six seats are up for auction.
Courtesy of the Cerulos

8. Red Sox Tickets, 4 box seats
Value $500
Extraordinary seats between the Red Sox dugout and home plate! You will be 12 rows back from the field as the Red Sox play the Texas Rangers on July 17, 2010. (Field Box 32, Row L)
Courtesy of Bill Burgess, through Steve Peacher

- SILENT AUCTION ITEMS -

1. Cufflinks - Sterling and Lapis
Value $200 - Starts at $80
These cufflinks are sterling silver with lapis lazuli insets, from Procolombo in the Providencia sector of Santiago, Chile. You won’t find these in a store nearby.
Courtesy of Nick Candee

2. Cufflinks: Scrimshaw and Silver
Value $50 – Starts at $20
Suitable for a man or women. You will need a French cuff shirt to show them off.
Courtesy of Dutch Treat

3. Earrings: Onyx and Diamond
Value $500 - Starts at $200
Make a statement wearing these striking black & white pierced earrings. Set in 14K yellow gold.
Courtesy of Leslie Aitken

4. Celtics Bobble Heads
Priceless - Starts at $25
Auerbach, Pierce and Walker can grace the back of your pickup! Show your support for the Celtics.
Courtesy of Jeff Twiss

5. Pebble Beach Golf Course
Value $300 – Starts at $120
Beautifully framed sepia photo of Pebble Beach in years past. This will be a real conversation piece in your home.
Courtesy of Jeff Twiss

6. Photo of El Hogar
Value $200 – Starts at $80
An 8x10 framed photo of El Hogar, from the collection of photographer Andrew Taylor.
Courtesy of Andrew Taylor

7. Red Sox Tickets, 2 with Parking
Value Unknown
Two tickets box seats on the first base side, near food and with great views of the game. Parking is included.
Courtesy of Susie Kendell

8. Personal Chef - Dinner for 8
Value Priceless – Starts at $200
You pick the menu & provide the food and a Culinary Institute of American-trained chef prepares dinner on a mutually agreed-upon date. Clean-up included!
Courtesy of Andrew Iacono

9. Weston Golf Club for Three with Lunch
Value $300 – Starts at $120
Join a member of the Weston Golf Club, for 18 holes of golf (carts and fees included), at a mutually agreeable time. Replay the round over drinks at the Club after the match!
Courtesy of Jeff & Meg Pierce

10. Golf: Pine Brook GC (four) with Lunch
Value $500 - Starts at $200
Round of golf for four, includes cart, guest fees and lunch at the 10th Hole Shack.
Courtesy of the Iaconos

11. Guided Bike Trip to Gloucester + B&B
Value $350 – Starts at $140
A guided, 30-mile ride from Winchester (or nearby) to Gloucester stops for the night at the Julietta Inn and a well-deserved seafood dinner. Next day, tour Cape Ann and perhaps swim before returning home. Also included is an autographed copy of “Bicycling Science,” a well-known cycling bible by your guide David Wilson.
Courtesy of Ellen & David Wilson

12. Boston Symphony Tickets – April 12, 2011
Value $206 – Starts at $80
Two center orchestra seats for a concert of Mozart and Hayden with Sir Colin Davis conducting. Parking is included.
Courtesy of Leslie Aitken & Dutch Treat

13. Naples, Florida Condo, 1 Week Stay
Value $2750 – Starts at $1100
This luxury condo, has 3+ bedrooms with en suite baths, Gulf of Mexico sunsets, sugar sand beach, pool, and all amenities. A great city for shopping and restaurants too. Spring ’11.
Courtesy of Leslie Aitken & Dutch Treat

14. Cape Cottage, Brewster – 1 Week Stay
Value $1000 – Starts at $400
Quaint, totally charming 2 bedroom cottage, a short walk to Paine’s Creek Beach, near golf courses and attractions. Week in fall ’10 or spring ’11.
Courtesy of the Josephs

15. New York City Day Trip with Airfare
Value $700 – Starts at $250
Priscilla Burns will host two persons in NYC for a day. Includes taxi, lunch, admission to one attraction, and the shuttle (standby). You set the itinerary!
Courtesy of Priscilla Burns.

16. Truro Vineyards VIP Tour / Basket
Value $400 – Starts at $150
Enjoy a beautiful basket of wines, an eclectic selection of wine accessories, gifts, and gourmet food products, and then plan to visit the family-owned, Truro Vineyards for a VIP tour and private tasting for up to eight people at a mutually agreed-upon date.
Courtesy of Jane & Robie White

17. Private Tour—Museum of Fine Arts, New American Wing
Value $200 – Starts at $80
Receive a private tour of the new American wing which opens in November. Up to 10 people, includes entrance fee. Early 2011.
Courtesy of Meg Pierce, MFA Associate

18. Mystic Lake Retro Dinner (for four)
Value $200 – Starts at $80
Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres under the awning of this refurbished 1954 trailer, enjoying the breezes of the Mystic Lake. Move inside the authentically decorated gem for a delicious dinner featuring the specialties of the 1950s.
Courtesy of Ellen & David Wilson

19. Kitchen Design, Weston Kitchens
Value $300 – Starts at $120
Melissa McGann Brown, an ASID interior designer and CIA trained chef, offers three hours of consultation. Her designs reflect her experience as a chef.

20. Lenca Vase
Value $80 – Starts at $30
A large round vase in the traditional Lenca colors of black, brown, & beige with geometric designs. Crafted by Honduran artisans in the western region of the country using traditional methods.
Courtesy of Jenny Rappole

21. Lenca Pottery Umbrella Stand
Value $120 – Starts at $50
Make a statement in your home with this beautiful example of traditional Lenca pottery. Hand carried from Honduras in March.
Courtesy of Jenny Rappole

22. Honduran Carved Tabletop Box
Value 85 – Starts at $35
A stunning item, this carved box with intricate scenes on hardwood, is a traditional art form throughout Honduras. The craftsmanship is extraordinary.
Courtesy of Betsy Walsh

23. Honduran Hammock
Value $50 - Starts at $20
Enjoy the comfort and vibrant colors of a woven Honduran hammock. String between trees or hang on your porch and just relax.
Courtesy of Claudia Bell

24. Honduran Ice Bucket
Value $75 – Starts at $30.
Using wood from local trees, this beautiful wooden ice bucket represents the use of natural resources found in Honduras. A great addition to your cocktail parties.
Courtesy of Claudia Bell

25. Silk Oriental Rug - 3x5
Value $300 – Starts at $120.
Pale earth tones with blue, this rug will add panache to your home.
Courtesy of Nick Candee & Linda Brown

26. Silk Oriental Rug - 2x3
Value $100 – Starts at $40
This silk rug from Hong Kong features a central
medallion with swans on a green field.
Courtesy of Nick Candee & Linda Brown

27. Spanish Lessons
Value Priceless – Starts at $50
Offered by Claudia Bell, a former ESL teacher, date & time mutually agreed upon. Prepare for your trip to El Hogar!
Courtesy of Claudia Bell

28. Custom Suits by John Steven Apparel
Value $500 – Starts at $200
Order custom-made suits in your office or at home. Thousands of fabrics from which to choose.
Courtesy of Steve Peacher

29. Aston Martin Experience
Value $785 - Starts at $300
Aston Martin cars were James Bond cars, and like 007 you can go on your own mission. The Aston Martin Owners Club meets at the Lime Rock track in western CT on Saturday June 26, 2010. Come on Friday to hear speaker Rex Woodgate, ex-race mechanic from the UK, and see the concours of Aston Martins at The Troutbeck Inn; Saturday’s speaker is Brian Redman, world famous racing driver. Signature Aston-Martin items, including caps, shirts mugs and more are available.
Courtesy of Nick Candee

30. Gift Certificate - Big Picture Framing
Value $100 – Starts at $40
Use this certificate for Big Picture Framing at the Cambridge or Belmont stores and enjoy the expert work of these high quality shops.
Courtesy of Michael Wilson, Big Picture Framing

31. Gift Certificate - Mosaic Oasis Studio
Value $70 – Starts at $25
Learn about the ancient art of mosaic with this admission to an introductory class. The Studio is located in Arlington.
Courtesy of Suzanne Owayda

32. Honduran Pottery Set
Value $50 – Starts at $20
2 bowls, 1 vase, and 2 eggs complete this set of Lenca Pottery carried home from Honduras.
Courtesy of Nick Candee & Linda Brown

Not interested in any of the Auction Items, but still would like to help? You can make a general donation to the Fiesta, by clicking the button to the right,

or send a check to:

El Hogar Ministries
70 Church Street
Winchester, MA 01890
(Please indicate "Boston Fiesta" on the check memo line)

Thank you, for helping the children of El Hogar in Honduras!