DATES October 21, 2018: DADS' NIGHT OUT @ THE MEAT SHOP November 7, 2018: TEQUILA TASTING @ JOSÉ December 16, 2018: GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING December 20, 2018: MARY POPPINS @ STUDIO MOVIE GRILL January 11, 2019: BOOK YOUR BIKE @ SOUL CYCLE January 11, 2019: MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAIN!
MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS’ MOVIE NIGHT
January 31, 2019: IT’S WINE O’CLOCK - WINE TASTING February 22, 2019: ESD AFTER HOURS February 23, 2019: MOTHER/DAUGHTER TEA February 27, 2019: POLICE TRAINING ACADEMY March 2, 2019: GAME ON AT THE STAR!
CO-ED FLAG FOOTBALL GAME & TOUR
March 22, 2019: SPRING FLING March 28, 2019: TENNIS GALORE March 29, 2019: BLUFFVIEW DINE-AROUND April 11, 2019: MOMS’ NIGHT OUT April 14, 2019: MOTHER/SON KICKBALL TOURNAMENT May 10, 2019: FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE
DEAR ESD COMMUNITY, Welcome to Buy The Experience! Enclosed, you will find fun community events for students, parents, and families graciously hosted by ESD friends and families. Buy The Experience is an important part of our ESD Parents' Association Auction, Oh, What a Night!, which will be held on February 9, 2019, at the Statler Hotel. Proceeds directly benefit our students and faculty and continue to provide the resources needed to offer an outstanding coeducational college preparatory education. Events sell out quickly! You may purchase tickets at the Auction Kick-Off Party on October 25 at the home of Amy and Corey Prestidge or online at esdallas.org/auction beginning at 9:00 a.m. on October 26 until November 11 at midnight. A big thank you to all of the hosts and committee members who make these experiences possible. And thank you in advance for continuing to support our beloved school.
CHRISTINA GRAY
Buy The Experience Co-chair chrisgray510@yahoo.com
LINDSAY WHEELER
Buy The Experience Co-chair lindswheel@gmail.com
To Purchase Buy the Experience Tickets
KICK-OFF PARTY
ONLINE
OCTOBER 25
OCTOBER 26 – NOVEMBER 11
Entrance to Kick-off Party $25 per person or donation equal to $50 or more per person
www.esdallas.org/auction
SPRING BREAK IN ASPEN March 8 -13, 2019
Enjoy a five-night stay in a beautifully appointed five-bedroom home located less than one mile from Aspen Mountain. This home comfortably sleeps 18 guests, as it features four king bedrooms with ensuite baths and a bunk room with four queen beds, two twin beds, and two adjoining baths. The 10,000 square-foot-home is highlighted by family and entertaining areas, inviting outdoor patios, and interior detailing that will appeal to all ages. Enjoy cocktails on the outside patio in front of the large gas fireplace or unwind in the outdoor hot tub while stargazing as you listen to the sounds of the Roaring Fork River. You will have use of a Chevrolet Suburban SUV to whisk your guests to and from the slopes or town. Within minutes of leaving the vacation home, you'll find four world-class ski areas — Aspen Mountain (less than 5 minutes), Buttermilk and Aspen Highlands (10 minutes), and Snowmass (20 minutes). With great dining and plenty of nightlife, your skiing will be just one of the great activities to explore each day. There are also many family-friendly restaurants and recreation centers perfect for the kids. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
VALUE: $37,500 RESTRICTIONS: Please no pets or smoking. Does not include housekeeping, but can be arranged. Arrive on Friday, March 8 and check-out at noon on Wednesday, March 13. Dates cannot be changed.
PLEASE NOTE, THIS GETAWAY IS UP FOR AUCTION. BIDDING OPENS AT 10:00 A.M. ON OCTOBER 25 AND CLOSES AT 10:00 P.M. ON NOVEMBER 11. PLACE BIDS AT ESDALLAS.ORG/AUCTION
MEAT, DRINK, & FOOTBALL 2ND ANNUAL DADS’ NIGHT OUT Calling all Dads! Come watch Sunday Night Football at The Meat Shop. Taste the butcher shop’s delicious offerings, drink beer, play a round or two of Cornhole, and hang out with friends. It’s Sunday Funday!
LOCATION: The Meat Shop 4410 West Lovers Lane DATE: October 21 TIME: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. PRICE: $150 per person NUMBER OF GUESTS: 75
EVENT CHAIR: Searcy Ferguson
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Ryan Bell Robert Elliott Searcy Ferguson Seth Kelly Eric Link John Mathes ’93 Walker Royall Storm Sands
TEQUILA TASTING @ JOSÉ Come enjoy the best of Jalisco culture at JOSÉ as our seasoned bartenders mix and shake their way, showing you how to craft the perfect margarita. As you learn secrets of the bartending world, you will be able to taste a few of their Guadalajaran-inspired appetizers and sip on premium cocktails. Owner Brady Wood will lead a tasting of a variety of tequilas and mezcals, explain why he loves The Usual, and why it’s so popular on the cocktail menu. Want to know our mystery ingredient? Cultural roots, family, friends, and a love of Tlaquepaque’s regional dishes. Owned by ESD parents Megan and Brady Wood, JOSÉ is a mix of all we love about Guadalajara.
LOCATION: JOSÉ 4931 West Lovers Lane DATE: November 7 TIME: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. PRICE: $100 per person NUMBER OF GUESTS: 50
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Lisa and John Runyon Megan and Brady Wood Sherry and Mark Yeaman
’TIS THE SEASON — GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING Begin the holiday season with your friends at this festive event. Christmas cheer will abound with the sounds of carols and smells of hot cocoa filling the room as you decorate your very own gingerbread house. Ho-ho-hope you can make it!
LOCATION: Merrell Road Campus Study Commons DATE: December 16 TIME: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. PRICE: $60 per person (includes a gingerbread house)
NUMBER OF GUESTS: 70 EVENT CHAIR: Kendall Williams
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Brooke Adamson Haley Barb Tasha Blum Kate Britain Windy Cook Erin George Mary McNeill Jillian Miller Cindy North Sterling O’Donnell ’91 Christine Paddock Cheryl Schoellkopf Sydney Teegarden Kendall Williams Lindsay Woldert
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! MARY POPPINS AT STUDIO MOVIE GRILL Start your holiday break with a movie! Come to Studio Movie Grill for the premiere of Mary Poppins Returns. The remake of this classic film is sure to entertain children of all ages. Pizza, popcorn, and a soft drink are included with this heartwarming event.
LOCATION: Studio Movie Grill Northwest Highway Location 10110 Technology Boulevard DATE: December 20 (early release day for Lower School)
TIME: 12:45 – 3:00 p.m. (movie will begin at 1:00) PRICE: $25 per person
NUMBER OF GUESTS: 250 EVENT CHAIR: Alexandra Lovitt
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Betty and Brian Schultz
BOOK YOUR BIKE Ready to groove on a bike and get a full-body workout? Then let’s ride together as an ESD pack in an epic studio to the rhythm of a one-of-akind playlist. This ride will be led by the energetic and inspiring Kevin Cummings. He will motivate, support, coach, and push us to reach our personal best. Enjoy delicious and healthy juices from The Gem for a post-workout treat!
LOCATION: Soul Cycle DATE: January 11 TIME: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. PRICE: $50 per person NUMBER OF GUESTS: 60 EVENT CHAIRS: Lindy Berkley Heather Randall
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Mary Kathryn Bass Lindy Berkley Christina Gray Allison Horton Laura Lear Meredith Moore Amy Prestidge Heather Randall Lauren Swann Lindsay Wheeler
MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS’ 2ND ANNUAL MOVIE NIGHT Calling all middle school “Dancing Queens”! You won't be able to sit still while watching this musical romantic comedy. “Honey, Honey,” come eat, dance, and laugh with your friends. The “Name of the Game” is to have fun! You will leave with a smile “When It Is All Said and Done.” So “Take a Chance” on this feel-good event!
LOCATION: Merrell Road Campus Dining Commons
EVENT CHAIRS:
DATE: January 11
Holly Davis Lori Jones Meg Rawson
TIME: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY:
PRICE: $50 per person NUMBER OF GUESTS: 50 (fifth and sixth grade girls)
Paige Sachs Holly Davis Ginny Searcy Monica Eastin Ali Stacy Lori Jones Monti Konen Whitney Mathes Brandy Morrison Meg Rawson
IT’S WINE O’CLOCK — WINE TASTING Don’t miss this fabulous evening! Taste amazing wines, and learn what makes them so special from a local sommelier. Enjoy the beautiful setting while eating, mingling with friends, and sipping the finest of drink.
LOCATION: Home of Monica and Joe Eastin DATE: January 31 TIME: 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. PRICE: $100 per person NUMBER OF GUESTS: 60
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Monica and Joe Eastin
ESD AFTER HOURS! Attention all second, third, and fourth graders! You will not want to miss this fun evening away from your parents! Come enjoy kid-friendly food and drinks, win fun prizes, and dance to music spun by one of the coolest DJs in town. This will be the perfect opportunity for parents to drop their kids off and grab dinner — alone! LOCATION: Merrell Road Campus The Haggar Family Gymnasium
DATE: February 22 TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. PRICE: $50 per person NUMBER OF GUESTS: 100 (second – fourth graders)
EVENT CHAIRS: Amelia Boisseau Amy Laws
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Alison Bailey Amelia Boisseau Lindy Berkley Sarah Comer Hannah Ferguson ’95 Amy Gilene Allison Horton Tricia Hughes Caitlin Hyatt Brittany Ivy
Kristi Laske Amy Laws Laura Lear Melissa Lewis Louise Marsh Brandy Morrison Heather Randall Jamie Sowa ’94 Courtney Stovall
SPECIAL THANK YOU to our ESD cheerleaders and football players for volunteering their time and to DJ Sowa for the entertainment!
MOTHER/DAUGHTER TEA Create special memories with your daughter at a precious Mother/ Daughter Spring Tea Party. The afternoon will include scrumptious treats to share with your little girl, face painting, and dancing galore. Dress to impress, and enjoy an afternoon that you both will cherish. LOCATION: Lakewood Country Club DATE: February 23 TIME: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. PRICE: $50 per person (both mother and daughter need a ticket) NUMBER OF GUESTS: 90 (beginner – first grade)
EVENT CHAIRS: Caitlin Hyatt Brittany Ivy
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Kinsley and Caycie Briner Ellen and Hayley Crowell Payton and Amanda Dempsey Ava, Valentina, and Deanna Denning Liza and Hannah Hairston Grayson and Caitlin Hyatt Griffin and Brittany Ivy Lail Campbell and Alex Klitsch Layla and Lauren Napper Alice and Susan O'Neal Lillian and Christine Paddock Mary Kate and Caroline Richardson ’02 Ridley, Samantha, and Ashley Russell Lane and Anne Williams Abigail, Julianna, and Alicia Winn
POLICE TRAINING ACADEMY ESD Officer Jody Trumble, Director of Security, is hosting a Police Training Academy for Lower School girls and boys, grades Pre-K through 1st grade. The trainees will participate in academy drills, experience an obstacle course, play a game of cops and robbers, and bring home a fingerprint card for parents to keep! There will be two time slots. Trainees will enjoy breakfast in the morning session and lunch in the second session. Space is limited to 20 trainees per session. Reserve your spot early because this event is sure to be a sellout!
LOCATION: Lower School Theater
EVENT CHAIR: Lindsay Woldert
DATE: February 27 (Conference Day for LS/no school)
TIME: 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. PRICE: $30 per person NUMBER OF GUESTS: 20 max in each session (Pre-K – first grade boys and girls)
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Brooke Adamson Meg Florence Meredith Moore Liza Schlitt Cheryl Schoellkopf Mary Reid Tevis Katie Walton Evan Westerburg Alicia Winn Lindsay Woldert
SPECIAL THANK YOU to Officer Jody, Director of Security, for hosting!
GAME ON AT THE STAR! CO-ED FLAG FOOTBALL GAME & TOUR Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to play flag football on the field where the Dallas Cowboys practice! Join us for this exclusive co-ed tournament at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco. After the tournament, players will take a private tour of the facility followed by lunch. Spectator tickets also are available for parents and guests, so get your pom-poms out and cheer on your Eagle! Spectator tickets include premium sideline seats as well as admission to the private facility tour. Let your ESD star shine and show your Eagle pride!
LOCATION: Ford Center at The Star in Frisco
NUMBER OF GUESTS: 150 (third - eighth grade boys and girls)
DATE: March 2
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY:
TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lori and Jerry Jones, Jr.
PRICE: $100 per person for players, $25 per person for spectator tickets*
*spectator tickets do not include food and beverages
SPRING FLING — BACKYARD PARTY Spring is in the air! Celebrate its arrival by unwinding under the stars at the beautiful home of Ginny and Conner Searcy. Food, drinks, and live music will make this a backyard party you won’t want to miss!
LOCATION: Home of Ginny and Conner Searcy
EVENT CHAIR: Ginny Searcy
DATE: March 22
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY:
TIME: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Camin and Matt Ayers Ellen and Chris Carrie Ginny and Conner Searcy
PRICE: $100 per person
TENNIS GALORE — GAME, SET, MATCH AND MORE Ladies, get your skirt on and join us on the court! We are serving up a fun-filled evening of tennis at Royal Oaks Country Club. Kick off the night with a cocktail, followed by the action-packed game of 105, and wrapping up with a delicious dinner. If you're not up for swinging a racket, come sip, socialize, and spectate courtside! LOCATION: Royal Oaks Country Club DATE: March 28 TIME: 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. PRICE: $100 per person for players, $50 for spectators NUMBER OF GUESTS: 96 EVENT CHAIRS: Jennifer Duncan Lauren Swann
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Brooke Adamson Monece Appleton Lindy Berkley Mason Custard Jennifer Duncan Hannah Ferguson ’95 Cate Ford Ashley Jeter Lori Jones Karen Lobdell
Alexandra Lovitt Darcy Preheim Heather Randall Kristie Raymond Ginny Searcy Lauren Swann Haley Teegarden Mi Jung Warner Kendall Williams Amy Zicarelli
BLUFFVIEW DINE-AROUND Join us for a progressive dinner in the beautiful Bluffview neighborhood! The evening will start with cocktails and appetizers at the home of Meg and Brian Rawson. Then, dinner will be served at the home of April and Chad Cook, followed by dessert, cocktails, and music at the home of Mary Kathryn Bass. Delicious food, a charming neighborhood, and wonderful company will make for a perfect evening!
LOCATION: Bluffview DATE: March 29 TIME: 7:00 p.m. PRICE: $100 per person NUMBER OF GUESTS: 50 EVENT CHAIRS: Mary Kathryn Bass April Cook Meg Rawson
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY:
Courtney and Tom Barrow Mary Kathryn Bass Fasi Payervand and Dr. Farhad Boltchi Kristy and Taylor Bowen Ellen and Chris Carrie April and Chad Cook Veruschka and Tom Dundon Monica and Joe Eastin Tiffany and Max Finn Wendy and Edward King Anna Morway and Dr. David Klamer Emily and Kent McGaughy Bridget and Josh Miller Diane ’87 and Jack Nealon Kristi and Nick Nicholson Meg and Brian Rawson ‘96 Ashley and Chase Russell Leigh and Storm Sands Catherine and Daniel Traylor Megan and Brady Wood Tia and Bedford Wynne
MOMS’ NIGHT OUT Every mom needs a night off from their routine! Gather up your girlfriends and get ready to have some fun at the home of Jennifer Royall. Enjoy wine or cocktails, bites, and besties. Take a well-deserved break and join us for a special night with the best moms around! LOCATION: Home of Jennifer Royall DATE: April 11 TIME: 7:00 p.m. PRICE: $100 per person EVENT CHAIR: Jennifer Royall
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY: Capa Aikman Nina Bell Lindy Berkley Amelia Boisseau Mandy Click Holly Davis Heather Esping Hannah Ferguson ’95 Shelly Groves Allison Horton Lori Jones Laura Lear
Melissa Lewis Maria Link Tracy Madans Reggie McFarland Amy Prestidge Katherine Reeves Jennifer Royall Leigh Sands Cheryl Schoellkopf Ginny Searcy Cameron Smith Katie Walton
MOTHER/SON KICKBALL 2ND ANNUAL TOURNAMENT Calling all mothers and sons! It’s time to face off — or team up — in the ultimate Kickball Tournament. Put your best foot forward for a game that neither of you will forget. Afterwards, enjoy food from the Easy Slider Food Truck. Come on, moms! Bring it.
LOCATION: Merrell Road Campus Baseball Field
EVENT CHAIR: Brandy Drusch
DATE: April 14
Hunter, Taylor, and Heather Dossett Jett and Brandy Drusch Hud and Meredith Maedgen ’90 Sam and Betty Schultz
TIME: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. PRICE: $25 per person (both mother and son need a ticket) NUMBER OF GUESTS: 60 (second – fourth grade)
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY:
THE 8TH ANNUAL FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE Put on your dancing shoes, dads, it's your daughters' favorite ESD tradition — the Father/Daughter Dance! This fantastic evening will feature a DJ, photos, and a wrist corsage; we will be serving sliders, heavy appetizers, fruit, dessert, and drinks. We hope to see you and your daughter dancing the night away and making precious memories. This is a very popular event and will sell out quickly, so get your tickets soon! LOCATION: Northwood Club DATE: May 10 TIME: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. PRICE: $75 per person (both father and daughter need a ticket) NUMBER OF GUESTS: 175
(Pre-K – fourth grade)
EVENT CHAIRS:
Bridget Miller Christine Paddock
GENEROUSLY DONATED BY:
Harper & Jeff Axley ’94; Stella & Ross Bates; Valentina & Franco Calderon; Ellen & Tommy Crowell ’00; Payton & Jay Dempsey; Georgia & Steve Elliston ’93; Mya & Dr. Omar Fetouh; Holden & Brian Frazier; Grayson & Mike Hyatt; Griffin, Miles, & Chris Ivy ’94; Ellie & Ryan Kneipper ’99; Lyla & Darren Kozelsky; Mina & Jun Il Kwun; Micah & Todd McNeill; Vivie & Josh Miller; Kate & Paul Moorman; Layla & Jonathan Napper; Reese & Jody O'Donnell; Lillian, Georgea, & Warren Paddock; Ridley, Samantha, & Chase Russell; Mary Keating & Collin Schuhmacher; Sheridan, Sloane, & Mark Schwarz; Pryor & Spence Sowa
ESD CORK BOARD Brighten up your kids' room or give to a lucky ESD teacher! These colorfully printed 12X12 cork boards by Cool Corks are fun and functional for any wall in the home, office, or classroom. Perfect for holiday gifts! Both styles come with six decorative ESD pins.
PRICE: $40 each
October 25
KICK-OFF PARTY
October 26
BUY THE EXPERIENCE OPENS
November 11
BUY THE EXPERIENCE CLOSES
February 9
"OH, WHAT A NIGHT!" AUCTION AND SHOW
February 10
SILENT AUCTION OPENS
February 24
SILENT AUCTION CLOSES
www.esdallas.org/auction