2019 Benefit Journal

Calhoun’s mission is to inspire a passion for learning through a progressive approach to education that values intellectual pursuit, creativity, diversity and community involvement.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS Jon Brayshaw, Chair Michael Conboy, Vice Chair Jim Glasgow, Treasurer Melissa Liberty, Secretary

LIFE TRUSTEES Robert L. Beir* Eric Potoker ‘85 Eric Ryan

HEAD OF SCHOOL Steven L. Solnick

TRUSTEES Dale Allsopp ‘91 Susan Barkey Jonathan Bauman Aaron Dunn David Elsberg Karen Greene Terry Haas

Scott Hirsch ‘86 Dylan Hixon Chad Kessler Sheila Kirkwood, PA Rep Walter Levitch Hanh Livingston

Jason McIntosh Marc Murphy Edward K. Newman Barbara Pyles, PA Rep Claudia Singleton Jay Sugarman Christine Taylor

HONORARY TRUSTEES Gertrude Marden Bacon ‘34* Edwin Einbender* Constance Stern Flaum ‘39* Ronald M. Foster, Jr.* Sally Goodgold* Lawrence S. Harris Mark S. Kaufmann Anne Frankenthaler Kohn ‘39* Peter D. Lederer Stuart Levin* Florence Yachnin Liebman ‘38

Helena Simons Marks ‘32* David C. Masket* Joan Masket Arthur S. Olick* Elizabeth Parmelee* June Saltzman Schiller ‘42 Jesse I. Siegel* Mary-Ellen Greenberger Siegel ‘49* Allen Swerdlick Edward S. Tishman *deceased

OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNI RELATIONS L.J. Mitchell, Director of Development Nicole Nelson, Associate Director of Development Mary McCarty, Director of Annual Fund and Constituent Relations Bart Hale ’00, Director of Alumni Relations Danielle J. Pekalski, Database, Research and Gifts Manager Megan Sanderville, Special Projects and Events Coordinator Barbara Bernard, Development Associate 2

THE CALHOUN SCHOOL 2019 BENEFIT ZIEGFELD BALLROOM FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2019 7:00 P.M. COCKTAILS & HORS D’OEUVRES SILENT AUCTION 8:00 P.M. SEATED DINNER 8:15 P.M. PRESENTATIONS, MUSICAL PERFORMANCE AND LIVE AUCTION Anthony Gaskins, Master of Ceremonies Calhoun Middle School Humanities Faculty Hanh Livingston, Benefit Chair Calhoun 7:30 Jazz Ensemble Calhoun Upper School Students led by Victor Lin, Calhoun Upper School Head of Jazz Studies Steven L. Solnick, Head of School Lydia Fenet, Auctioneer Managing Director and Global Director of Strategic Partnerships at Christie's

9:30 P.M. DESSERT, DANCING AND SILENT AUCTION Mike Nouveau, DJ and Fashion Addict

12:30 A.M. EVENT CONCLUDES (The silent auction will close at midnight.)

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2019 VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE CHAIR Hanh Livingston

VICE-CHAIRS Kymberly Sassoon Erin Sloan Reeva Tyler

Nicole Frankel Alexandra Karabell '95 Julia Loy

Kourtney Bogard Patti Galluzzi Ana Maria Garcia

PUBLICITY LEADS

Leigh Gerstenblatt Patricia Glasgow

VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE Yasmin Aquino-Cruz Matthew Baldwin Susan Barkey Melani Bauman Agna Brayshaw Jon Brayshaw Kyeong Min Cha Lizbeth Conboy Cecily Denny Therese DiMasi David Elsberg Jennifer Felsher Melissa Felsher Lisa Fireman Dorhout Robin Geisler Jade Giffin James Glasgow Laura Glick Elvira Gorshkov Karen Greene Terrence Haas Kara Hade Constance Hanrahan

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David Hawkins Sara Held Wietske Helle Camomile Hixon Kathryn Hope Helen Jackson Rachel Jean-Baptiste Jennifer Jones Chad Kessler Dawn Kim Krishnamurthy Dana Kind Sheila Kirkwood Anne Kukral Rose Kuo Jennifer Kurland Gabriella Leff Melissa Liberty Louise Litt Martin Loy Paige Maire Jason McIntosh Laura Miller Meredith Millington Eric Pessagno

Lusta Phanord Herby Phanord Milena Prinzi Barbara Pyles Nely Quinonez-Yahya Amy Reitkoph Katya Rogosin Janelle Rollins-Johnson Alison Rothschild Anna Rossabi Nitzan Rozent Stephanie Santamaria Jill Schwartz Claudia Singleton Juliane Spencer Margaret Spencer Alexa Swainson Sharone Tate Andrew Tate Christine Taylor Heidi Untener Sara Wilson Lisa Wyche

FROM THE BENEFIT CHAIR

Dear Calhoun Friends, Welcome and thank you for joining us tonight at the 2019 Calhoun Benefit.

It’s all about our kids. Each day, we send them off to school with the hopes that they learn and grow. We’ve chosen Calhoun because of the school’s commitment to support, challenge and partner with our kids on their educational journeys in a meaningful and joyous way. Tonight’s event is also about our kids. Our school. And about how we can directly impact making Calhoun even stronger.

Take a look around the room. There are parents whose children have only just embarked on their Calhoun journeys and others who are about to send their children to college. There are teachers and staff who pour their heart and soul into their work. All of us share the desire to see our students grow into the best versions of themselves.

The Benefit would not be possible without the time and talents of nearly 75 Benefit volunteers, our generous auction item donors, corporate sponsors, ad buyers, auction buyers/bidders and underwriters. But most of all, this event would not be possible without all of you who are gathered here tonight.

Bask in the warmth of our special Calhoun community and this unique opportunity for us to be all together for one night. Let’s celebrate and support Calhoun.

With gratitude and joy, Hanh Livingston Wyatt (3's), Holden (1st) & Tanner (3rd) Chair, Calhoun 2019 Benefit Calhoun Trustee

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THE 2019 CALHOUN BENEFIT AUCTIONS

THE LIVE AUCTION This evening, The Calhoun School is pleased to offer 11 incredible Live Auction items.

These, and all of our other auction items, were generously solicited and donated by members of the Calhoun community. (pages 6-16)

SILENT AUCTION Over 175 items and experiences for your bidding pleasure.

There is something for everyone!

NEED TECH HELP TONIGHT? Questions regarding OneCause bidding or internet connections? Ask any Benefit floor floater wearing a hot pink lanyard or raise the pink lightning bolt located at your table.

Please visit our Genius Desk or any of the power stations located in the venue tonight for your phone charging needs.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Some Live and Silent Auction items are only available to Calhoun-affiliated families, while others are available to the general public. Calhoun-affiliated families include current and past parents, alumni, grandparents, and Calhoun faculty and staff.

Please check the restrictions on each item to ensure you are eligible to win.

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LIVE AUCTION

1. EXPLORE THE TROPICAL, STAY IN LUXURY

Escape to a Luxury Villa at the Four Seasons in Costa Rica

Escape from the city for a week in the luxurious Pacifico three-bedroom resort residence at the Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo.

Your family or favorite friends will love lounging in the beautifully furnished, screened and covered outdoor living room, or heading out for an eco-adventure before returning to this gorgeous residence.

This spacious villa has two king bedrooms and two double beds in the third bedroom. A layout of a full kitchen and covered patio along with three and half bathrooms provides comfort and privacy.

Being at the Four Seasons means luxury abounds — with four swimming pools to choose from along with golf and tennis on the resort’s property.

Located on Peninsula Papagayo, you will be in a central hub for hikers, surfers, paddle boarders, snorkelers, divers and animal lovers.

From horseback rides along the beach to ATV rides along the slopes of the Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica has something for everyone.

Generously donated by Calhoun parents Patricia Amador and Kern Schireson.

Additional Information and Restrictions: Airfare not included. Subject to hotel availability.

Expires September 1, 2020. Can be booked up to one-year in advance and is based on availability of the timeshare. Golf, tennis and excursions are available for additional fees.

Calhoun School families only.

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A Party at Pizzeria Sirenetta for 30

LIVE AUCTION

2. WHEN THE MOON HITS THE UWS LIKE A BIG PIZZA PIE, THAT’S A PARTY!

Ready to throw a party that is sure to please every guest?

Gather 29 of your closest food-loving friends for a night at Pizzeria Sirenetta in their private back dining room.

Your evening will start with cocktails with an Italian twist and will be accompanied by passed hors d’oeuvres. You and your guests will be surrounded by food stations with Neapolitan style pizzas, topped with buffalo mozzarella, fennel sausage, clams, and so much more!

Round out the rustic Italian fare with house-made pastas, fresh salads and antipasti made with authentic ingredients.

This party was generously donated by Pizzeria Sirenetta owners and Calhoun parents, Cindy Smith and Danny Abrams.

Additional Information and Restrictions: Gratuity not included.

Expires March 1, 2020. Maximum 30 guests. 6pm to 9pm, Monday through Thursday nights only. Three weeks’ notice required and subject to availability.

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LIVE AUCTION

3. KIDS TAKE OVER AT CAMP CALHOUN! Sleepover or Sleep-Under for One Lucky Lower School Grade

The sun is setting on another busy week, but one lucky grade is about to have an experience they won’t soon forget — an after-hours party at Camp Calhoun!

Available to “campers” in Kindergarten through 5th grade, students will enjoy a pizza dinner and ice cream sundae bar, camp crafts, face painting, sports in the gym, a karaoke and dance party and more!

A night of fun awaits all of our campers!

On April 5, 2019, Kindergarten through 2nd grade students will take over 74th Street at 5pm and leave at 8:30pm for some much-needed sleep in their cozy beds at home. Or, on April 26, 2019, Students in LS81 will stay the night at Big Calhoun and enjoy breakfast in the Commons. What better way to make last-a-lifetime-memories than your child’s entire grade having the chance to take over the school?

This lot will only be sold one time, to the highest bidding grade!

Additional Information and Restrictions: Camp Calhoun will be lead by a team of Lower School Administrators, faculty and staff. Available to students in Kindergarten through 5th grade.

Sleepover only available for students in 3rd-5th grade. Calhoun students only. Little Calhoun will be held on April 5, 2019 from 5pm to 8:30pm and Big Calhoun will be on April 26, 2019 at 6pm until Saturday at 8am. Sleepover includes overnight security, at least five Calhoun faculty/ staff chaperones, and mats. BYO pillow, blanket, toothbrush, and air mattress for sleepover.

All participating “Campers” must be from one grade only.

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Dinner Party for 18 on The Green Roof with a Three-Course Custom Meal by Calhoun’s Chef Bobo and Chef Ilya

LIVE AUCTION

4. MAKE THEM “GREEN” WITH ENVY

This May or September, you and up to 17 guests will claim The Green Roof as your own fine dining oasis.

Stun your friends with a sunset toast and a three-course meal prepared

by Calhoun’s culinary masters, Chef Bobo and Chef Ilya. The chefs will work with you to create a custom menu for your lucky guests.

Surrounded by lush greenery, bright white linens, fresh flowers and flickering candlelight nine stories above West End Avenue, this will be a dinner party to remember.

Dinner generously donated by Chef Bobo and Chef Ilya.

Party rentals kindly donated by Party Rental Ltd., founded by Calhoun Grandparents Sunny and Michael Halperin.

Additional Information and Restrictions: Available for either May or September 2019 only.

Food, wine, rentals and staff included. Four weeks’ advance notice suggested and based upon mutually agreed-upon date. Roof access is dependent on the weather.

Calhoun reserves the right to move the event inside due to inclement weather conditions.

Expires September 30, 2019. All guests must be 21+.

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LIVE AUCTION

5. MAKE LIKE A VIKING AND CONQUER ICELAND! Â Iceland Five-Day Luxury Private Tour

Travel to one of the hottest destinations in the world with Artisans of Leisure, voted World’s Best Tour Operator of 2018 by Travel + Leisure, on this exclusive five-day Iceland excursion for two.

Your itinerary begins with two nights in Reykjavik, in one of Iceland's premier hotels, and a VIP visit to the famed Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. Then you will embark on a full-day excursion to the Golden Circle: Thingvellir National Park, The Great Geysir and Gullfoss Waterfall. Following Reykjavik, spend a day of private touring along the South Coast, including Reynisfjara black sand beach, enormous waterfalls, and ending with a Super Jeep ride to an ice cave tour.

All this thanks to Calhoun parents, Ashley and Steven Ganz, founders of Artisans of Leisure

Additional Information and Restrictions: This private tour package is for two people (based on double occupancy). Additional travelers may be added (supplement applies). This tour can be extended to include other regions in Iceland (supplement applies). This tour may not be redeemed for cash and is non-transferable. Airfare is not included. Tour must be booked at least 60 days prior to departure. All services are subject to availability at time of booking.

Tour must conclude by March 31, 2020. Cannot be redeemed for travel between December 23, 2019 and January 3, 2020. Some other restrictions may apply. Calhoun School families only.

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Seafood Extravaganza for 40 at The Mermaid Inn

LIVE AUCTION

6. PARTY LIKE POSEIDON!

Bring exquisite coastal cuisine to your guests with a private party at the Mermaid Inn on the Upper West Side. You and 39 of your favorite friends will party for three hours as you feast on caviar, lobsters, langoustines and Alaskan king crab. Try your hand at the oyster shucking station (with the best raw bar spread in the neighborhood) or spend your time at the open bar, filled with bubbly and specialty, signature cocktails.

Treat your guests to seafood bliss, all in the private back room of The Mermaid Inn, an Upper West Side institution owned by Calhoun parents Cindy Smith and Danny Abrams.

This decadent affair will be a truly memorable evening in an exclusive location perfect for wowing all of your friends!

Additional Information and Restrictions: Expires March 1, 2020.

Maximum 40 guests. 6pm to 9pm, Monday through Thursday nights only.

Three weeks’ notice required and subject to availability. Does not include gratuity.

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LIVE AUCTION

7. LIVE FROM CALHOUN, IT’S SATURDAY NIGHT! Backstage & After-Party at SNL with Ben Stiller

Join Calhoun Parent Ben Stiller ’83 as his personal guest for a live taping of Saturday Night Live.

From the green room to the studio floor, see the energy and excitement that surrounds the creation of the world’s most iconic live comedy show. Ben will be with you through it all as you get an inside look at the monologue, music and magic behind this legendary show — a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Once the show wraps, you’ll be at the exclusive, impossible-to-access after-party with Ben and the cast of SNL. You might even meet the mastermind behind the whole show, Lorne Michaels.

Additional Information and Restrictions: Winner must be available on date given by donor. Winner must be 18 years or older.

Calhoun School families only. One guest only. Expires March 1, 2020.

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Dinner for Two at Ten Jean-Georges NY Restaurants

LIVE AUCTION

8. COMPLETE YOUR DINING BUCKET LIST

Be the chef’s guest at ten of the hottest restaurants in New York.

Your dining calendar reservations will be complete for the year with dinner for two with preferred reservations, including alcohol and beverages.

With access to Jean-Georges’ personal assistant to coordinate your reservations, you’ll always have one of the best seats in the house.

Don't pass up this rare opportunity to indulge in this very special culinary conquest, thanks to Calhoun parent Jean-Georges Vongerichten.

This incredible package includes each of the following Jean-Georges restaurants: Jean-Georges JoJo ABCV The Mark ABC Cocina ABC Kitchen Perry St. Mercer Kitchen Public Kitchen The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges Additional Information and Restrictions: Not to exceed estimated value of each dinner. Estimated values as follows: The Mark ($300), ABC Kitchen ($300), ABC Cocina ($300), ABCV ($250), The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges ($250), Perry ($250), JoJo ($200), Mercer ($200), Jean-Georges ($700, three course prix fixe menu + wine pairing), Public Kitchen ($250). Reservations must be made one month in advance. Tax and gratuity not included. Expires March 1, 2020.

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LIVE AUCTION

9. ADVENTURES IN BABYSITTING Head of School Steve Solnick Will Babysit Your Kids While You Have a Date at Eleven Madison Park

Head of School Steve Solnick will babysit your child(ren) in your home for up to four hours while you and your partner enjoy an unforgettable meal at Eleven Madison Park.

Steve will watch up to three of your children, older than diapers but younger than dating (4-12 years old). During his time with your youngsters, Steve promises to limit exposure to sugar, nuts, Fortnite, political debates, sharp objects, scary stories and alcohol.

He does not promise limited exposure to screen time — iPads are strongly encouraged.

While Steve is entertaining your children, you’ll be enjoying a meal at the Michelin three-star culinary landmark, Eleven Madison Park.

Ranked the fourth-best restaurant in the world, it will taste all the better knowing that Steve has ordered your children a large pizza pie to devour.

Additional Information and Restrictions: Dates to be mutually-arranged. Children ages 4-12 only. All children must be from the same family. Expires March 1, 2020.

Eleven Madison Park gift card is valued at $600. Winner is responsible for any amount over $600 and the gift card cannot be used for tax or gratuity. Calhoun School families only.

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VIA THE EAST VILLAGE

Private Organic Farm-to-Table Tapas Dinner for 40 at Taberna 97

LIVE AUCTION

10. TRANSPORT YOURSELF TO PORTUGAL

Celebrate your next big milestone at downtown hotspot Taberna 97 with a 40-person dinner party. Taberna 97 is a traditional Portuguese tavern serving tapas and beverages on St. Marks Place in the East Village, owned by Calhoun parents, Patricia Sanguedo and Eric Baker.

Closed to the public for the evening, Taberna 97 will host 39 of your closest friends. Seated together at a single table, you will enjoy three hours of farm-to-table tapas that offer the best local, seasonal and organic food in the area. You won’t have to worry about anything except having fun and making memories, because this package includes dinner, beer, wine and gratuity for all of your guests.

You can feel great about the environment because Taberna 97 has a green philosophy and was constructed in compliance with the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program (LEED) and holds Gold LEED Certification.

Additional Information and Restrictions: Must be redeemed on a mutually-agreed upon Sunday-Wednesday evening. 40 people maximum.

Dinner, beer, wine, tax and gratuity are included. Expires March 1, 2020.

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LIVE AUCTION

11. IT’S BETTER TO GIVE THAN TO RECEIVE

Send a Calhoun Faculty/Staff Member to Hamilton and Dinner

Bid on the chance to give one of our faculty/staff members an evening out on the town, with two tickets to the most coveted show on Broadway: Hamilton!

One bidder will win the chance to come on stage during the Live Auction and pull an attending faculty/staff member’s name to make a lucky person’s dream come true! The name you choose will get dinner for two at Bond 45 before they are sent to the Richard Rogers Theater to witness the musical sensation of the decade.

With two premier house seats to Hamilton, you’re sure to make a Calhoun employee’s night!

Hamilton tickets and dinner at Bond 45 were generously donated by the Taylor Stiller Family.

Additional Information and Restrictions: Only faculty/staff that are present at the Benefit are entered into the drawing. Four weeks notice needed for Hamilton.

Ticket holder must provide several possible dates for the theater tickets.

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Anonymous (5)

Brian Corasaniti

Cindy Smith and Danny Abrams

Ellen and Jonathan Coven

Kyle Anderson

CrossFit Metropolis

The Annino Family

Rachel and Paul-Alexander Crystal

Ardesia Wine Bar

Da’Laura Jewels

Arlene & Roberta Jewelry

Dangerfields Comedy Club

Artisans of Leisure

Rebecca Miller and

Asani

Daniel Day-Lewis

Edwin Ayala

Kurt Deutsch

Patricia Sanguedo and Eric Baker

Diego Herrera Photo

Shelly and Matthew Baldwin

Disney Theatrical Group

Beecher’s Handmade Cheese

Kelli Douglas

Beetlejuice The Musical

Brendan Doyle

Claudia Bell

ducduc llc

Barbara and Dick Bernard

Elea Restaurant

Andrea Miller and

Natalie and David Elsberg

Sanjay Bhatnagar

Toby Emmerich ’81

Acker Merrall & Condit

Mary Engel ’79

Blue Apron

Etihad Airways

bocnyc

EVF CrossFit Columbus Circle

Kourtney and John Bogard

Nahuel Fanjul-Arguijo

Jennifer Kurland and Tom Bussey

Lydia Fenet

Butter Restaurant

Adeline and

Cake and Arrow Cakes

Julien Fenies Reybet-Degat

Calle Ocho

Fire Island Real Estate

Michael Carroll

Meagan Fitzgerald

The Center Studio

Julie Martin and Ivan Fonseca

Central Rock Gym Riverside LLC

Founders Entertainment

Chelsea Piers

Nicole and Steve Frankel

Naomi Choodnovskiy

Mary McCarty and Chris Frassetto

Classic Kids Photography

Fresco By Scotto

Sandra and Andrew Cohen

Frye

Lizbeth and Michael Conboy

Shiho and Atsushi Funkuno

THE GRATITUDE LIST

THE GRATITUDE LIST Thank you to everyone who contributed and secured auction items and helped to make our 2019 auction a success!

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THE GRATITUDE LIST 18

Ramy Gafni

Karma Kids Yoga

Ashley and Steven Ganz

Lisa Berman and Daniel Keeler

Daniel R. Garcia

Robert Colquhoun and

Anthony Gaskins

Charles Kessler

Gebhard’s Beer Culture

Kids Tennis Co.

Robin and Adam Geisler

Kidville Midtown West

Leigh and Jared Gerstenblatt

Michelle Kiefer

Jade and Joel Giffin

Dana and Richard Kind

Patricia and James Glasgow

Amir and Sheila Kirkwood

Elvira and Anton Gorshkov

Diana Lahman and Neil Kleinberg

Karen and Walter Greene

Rob Kleinschmidt

Bart Hale ’00

Erinmarie Sullivan and

Harmony By Karate

Marcin Kowalski

Bianca and Daniel Harris

Megan Rigney and

Lisa Gilbert ’81 and Anton Hart ’79

Matthew Kupchin

Jennifer and Stephen Harvey

Julie Greenwald and Lewis Largent

Heidrick & Struggles

Late Night with Seth Meyers

Marty Rainbow Hendrickson

The Late Show with

Cheryl Henson and Edwin Finn

Stephen Colbert

Stephanie Santamaria and

Le Pain Quotidien

Jeremy Hitzig

Jerome Leff

Camomile and Dylan Hixon

Leshem Loft

Hot Bread Kitchen

Melissa and Robert Liberty

Howard Schoor Art

Gail Wheeler and Craig Lieberman

Inwood Healing Arts

Victor Lin

Mariana Iranzi

Samantha Lincoln

Daniel Isquith

Louise and Daniel Litt

Laura Glick and Jayson Cohen

Jill Adams and Rachel Littman

Jacob’s Pickles

Hanh and Kevin Livingston

JG Melon Downtown

Adrianne Lobel

Jennifer and Brandon Jones

Prematee Lochansingh

Joseph Phelps Vineyards

Julia and Martin Loy

Heather Sayles Jupiter ’92 and

Joana Lucashuk

Mark Jupiter

Lush

JUSTIN Vineyard and Winery

Luz and Tony Mack

Linda and David Kahn

Mad Science

Kaplan Test Prep

Paige and Stephen Maire

Orkin/Engel Film and Photo Archive

Manhattan Cricket Club

Paint & Sip Studio New York

Marley + Malek Kids

Paragon Sports

Tracy Halperin Mazie ’85 and

Parents League of New York

Allen Mazie

Party Rental Ltd.

Lavern McDonald

Danielle Pekalski

The Meditation Studio

Physique 57

Beth Merlin

Colleen Pike Blair

The Mermaid Inn East Village

Pizzeria Sirenetta

The Mermaid Inn Oyster Bar

Plum Print

The Mermaid Inn UWS

Tiffany Poon ’14

Latifa and Pat Metheny

Pour, Wine & Spirits Boutique

Michael’s Restaurant

Angela Naegele and

Shannon Gallagher and

Norman Putzki

Fabian Michelangeli

Hillary Kahn and Richard Quigley

Meredith and Steve Millington

RedFarm

L.J. Mitchell

Andrew Rein

MLB Network

Amy and Aaron Reitkopf

Modell’s Sporting Goods

Alyson Richman

Modern Martial Arts

Robofun

Monica + Andy

Glace Chou ’82 and

Marie Moody

Cary Rosner ’78

Museum of the Moving Image

Anna and Anthony Rossabi

Elie Mystal

Alison Max Rothschild ’85 and

National Hockey League

Michael Rothschild

NBC Washington

Row House, LLC

Bari Nelkin

Ruby Photography NYC

Elizabeth Nelson

Salsa Caterers & Special Events

Nicole and Jonathan Nelson

Megan Sanderville

New York Kids Club

Hannah Scarritt-Selman

New York Theater Workshop

Patricia Amador and

New York University -

Kern Schireson

Athletics Department

Gabriella Leff and Jill Schwartz

Casey Nicklis

Sarah Danzig and Scott Seamon

Chieko and Satoshi Okamoto

Penny Sidi

Oon Arvelo Salon

Candace Silva

THE GRATITUDE LIST

Maison Pickle Ilya Malachias

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THE GRATITUDE LIST

Marnie Berk ’85 and Jon Silvan

UWS Yoga and Wellness

Samantha and Jeremy Smith

Alyssa Valove

SoJo Spa Club

Lina Varriale

Maeve O’Connor and

Jill Vexler

Steven Solnick

Vias Imports Ltd.

Sonic Yoga

Marja and Jean-Georges

SoulCycle W77

Vongerichten

Soyulla Artists

Allison Walsh

Stella & Chewy’s

Jessica and Eric Wattenberg

Ben Stiller ’83

Wildlife Conservation Society

STK

Williams-Sonoma, Columbus Circle

Elise Yablonski and Ralph Stone

Sara and Darren Wilson

Stoopher & Boots

Carmen Wong Ulrich

Super Soccer Stars

Terry Chun and Howard Worman

Chef Bobo

Anthony Yacobellis

Pamela and Allen Swerdlick

Yves Ringler LLC

Jean Taitt

Christine Zamora ’81

Christine Taylor

Alison and Daniel Zelenko

The Taylor Stiller Family

Zucker’s Bagels

Reeva and Richard Tyler

A special thanks goes to the 2018-19 Parents Association for their outstanding support with this year’s Benefit.

Every effort was made to ensure the accuracy of this list which went to print on 2/8/2019. Please accept our sincerest apologies for any errors or omissions.

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The Calhoun School would like to thank the following Corporate Sponsors and Advertisers who generously donated to the 2019 Calhoun Benefit to help cover expenses for the evening: VIP Sponsor $50,000 ECDNY High Rollers Sponsors $25,000 Architectural Window Manufacturing Corporation Casino Development Group, Inc. City Skyline, Inc. NYC Door Corporation, Inc. Supreme Flooring Platinum Sponsors $15,000 New Line Structures Prime Finance Silver Sponsors $10,000 Greenberg Traurig, LLP

CORPORATE SPONSORS & ADVERTISERS

CORPORATE SPONSORS & ADVERTISERS

Bronze Sponsors $5,000 The Baseball Center Green Hollow Capital Partners, LLC Phinsys Stella & Chewy’s Zabar’s Advertisers Up to $1,000 Austin & Co. Inc. Calhoun Parents Association Chelsea Piers Cooper & Cooper The Culture Center EisnerAmper, LLP Joe’s Pizza Ovando Replay Studios Save the Date ® Super Soccer Stars 21

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HIGH ROLLERS SPONSOR 5TH YEAR SUPPORTER

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In honor of The Calhoun School From Supreme Flooring Tile Division 732-942-8021

CALHOUN FAMILY

HIGH ROLLERS SPONSOR

6TH YEAR SUPPORTER

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CALHOUN FAMILY

SILVER SPONSOR

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CALHOUN FAMILY

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CALHOUN FAMILY

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2ND YEAR SUPPORTER

The Culture Center warmly thanks Jocelyn and Jon Brayshaw and Hanh and Kevin Livingston.

We are proud to support The Calhoun School.

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Proud partner Ovando is delighted to have helped make tonight’s event look spectacular.

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4TH YEAR SUPPORTER CALHOUN FAMILY

Pizza daily until 4 AM Consistently rated one of the top slice joints in Manhattan 7 Carmine Street 150 East 14th (near 3rd Ave) 1435 Broadway between 40th & 41st 124 Fulton Street (corner of Fulton & Nassau) just opened!

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ADVERTISERS

You party. We plan.

3RD YEAR SUPPORTER

Proud to be the location service for the Calhoun Benefit since 2011. www.savethedate.com 212-333-3283 @savethedatenyc

1ST YEAR SUPPORTER CALHOUN FAMILY

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ADVERTISERS

1ST YEAR SUPPORTER CALHOUN FAMILY

SEE YOUR AD HERE IN 2020 A great way to promote your business with our loyal community Please contact Nicole Nelson, Associate Director of Development, at 212.497.6533.

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THANK YOU!

Thanks You! A huge thanks to everyone who contributed to the 2019 Benefit with their time, talents, energy, enthusiasm and financial support.

Proceeds from the Benefit enable us to say “yes” to innovative school programs, competitive compensation for our beloved teachers and a diverse student body supported by a robust tuition assistance program. Your support is an investment in the education of each and every student and truly helps Calhoun thrive every day.

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SPECIAL APPEAL, LIVE & SILENT AUCTIONS Rules & Conditions of Sale 1. All sales are final and subject to the terms and conditions stipulated by the donor.

No exchanges or refunds on auction items are permitted, even if the item is not used by the buyer. Donations are not redeemable for cash value. All items have been donated to The Calhoun School and are sold by the school and not by the donor.

2. All auction items and services must be used by March 1, 2020, unless otherwise specified. Dates and times are to be arranged at the mutual convenience of the donor and the buyer as stipulated. Restaurant donations do not include tax, gratuity or liquor unless specifically stated.

3. The Calhoun School warrants neither quality nor the value of the items and services auctioned. Descriptions of items have been made with every effort to be accurate.

All items are sold “as is” and “where is” and without any warranty or representation of any kind as to the accuracy of description, genuineness, authenticity, condition or quality of fitness for any purpose. Dollar values are estimates provided by the donor and are not warranted by The Calhoun School for tax purposes or fair market value.

4. By participating in this auction, each bidder recognizes and agrees that The Calhoun School, the donor of the property or services, or anyone assisting in the auction shall not be liable for any occurrence resulting from the use of auctioned items and services sold or won.

5. The amount paid by a successful bidder that may be deductible for tax purposes is limited to the excess of that amount over the fair market value of the package. Please consult your tax professional for the most current and applicable tax law.

6. The purchaser will be liable for damage to vacation homes or property.

7. Special Appeal: Any guest who raises his/her paddle during this portion of the event is considered to have made a direct contribution to the school for the paddle amount. This amount will be considered a binding pledge to the school and payment is due in full by March 12, 2019.

8. Live Auction: The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser.

The auctioneer shall have sole and final authority to re-offer and re-sell an article in the event of a dispute.

9. Live Auction group bidding: Each party involved must agree on the highest amount he/ she is willing to bid before the auctioneer begins the bidding. Only one person from the group may do the bidding and that person will be responsible should any member of the group refuse to pay. A maximum of ten checks/credit cards will be accepted for payment.

10. Silent Auctions: Bids for Silent Auction items will be accepted throughout the evening until midnight. Minimum bids and increments for all silent auction items are stipulated on the website. The highest bidder for any item becomes the purchaser at the full amount of the successful bid. All bids are binding; all sales are final, even if the item is not used by the buyer.

11. The highest bidder will be notified via text message at the event, after the bidding has concluded. Buyers are responsible for full payment by March 12, 2019. Winners will also be notified by email the week of March 4, 2019.

12. All auction packages must be picked up by May 31, 2019 or they will be donated back to the school.

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