Live Auction 1. “Ormond Beach Vacation” Enjoy a beach-view, two bedroom, two bath, ground floor condo that sleeps as many as six people for one week. This family-friendly getaway also features a pool, grill, and picnic tables. Donor: The Irizarry and Burnett Families Value: $800 2. “Stunning Necklace Set” This set of two elegant necklaces made from AAA (highest quality) pearls and accented with blue topaz and chalcedony briolettes can be worn separately or together. This beautiful necklace is by South Seas Collection Uncommon Pearls by Rita Chanfrau. Donor: JCHS Angel Value: $1,260 3. “Bobby Varn’s Country Boy Cookout” Host one of the most talked about parties in town for 25 of your friends. Well-known cook Bobby Varn will come to your home, or you can utilize his home for a cookout country style! Donor: Bobby Varn Value: Priceless Fun! 4. “North Carolina Vacation” Enjoy one week in this beautifully furnished, rustic home with 3 bedrooms, loft, fully equipped kitchen, woodburning fireplace, and wraparound decks with stunning views overlooking seven Tennessee mountain ranges! The home, which comfortably sleeps eight, is close to Sugar and Grandfather mountains, hiking, and whitewater rafting. Travel expenses are not included; dates to choose from are July 23rd - July 30th or July 30th – August 6th. Donor Richard and Nancy Davis Value: $1,500
5. “Colleen Nash Becht Lobster Rodeo” This collector’s piece features locally caught lobsters in a beautiful 30 x 37 inch frame. The original piece is part of a private collection and is not for sale, and this artist proof is one of a kind. Colleen spent more than 200 hours painting the details on this piece with the use of a magnifying glass. Donor: Colleen Nash Becht Value: Priceless 6. “Marvelous Medical Sculpture” Dr. Molina has sculpted this one of a kind medical sculpture that will be revealed the night of the auction. Donor: Dr. Molina (JCHS Grandparent) Value: Priceless work of art 7. “FSU vs UF Box Seats” Cheer on the University of Florida or Florida State University at the Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on November 26, 2011, with two tickets in VIP box seats. Tailgate close to the stadium with a borrowed parking pass for the game. Donor: Culpeper and Terpening Value: Priceless for the ultimate fan
8. “Taylor Swift Memorabilia” Taylor Swift is an American country pop singer-songwriter and actress. Swift was named Artist of the Year by Billboard Magazine in 2009 and won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2010. She has sold over 10 million albums worldwide. She personally signed this item, which comes with a certificate of authenticity. Donor: Friend of John Carroll Value: $750 9. “Blue Ridge Mountain Cottage Vacation” Unwind at this beautiful private cottage for one week, in the spring, summer or fall. The rustic cabin sleeps four to five people and is located in Hendersonville, NC, the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, on 13 acres, two miles from downtown. It is on a large, beautiful piece of property with comfy couches, trundle bed, big bedroom, and one bath. Donor: The Scott Family Value: $1,100
10. “Children’s Fishing Charter” Fulfill your child’s dream with a full day inshore fishing adventure for two children and one adult with Captain Scott Cippen aboard his 17-foot custom Dragonfly boat. Donor: Captain Scott Crippen Value: $500 11. “Al Black, Highwayman Painting” This scene was painted by Al Black, one of the original Highwaymen painters, who was inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame. Donor: Matthew and Crystal Samuel Value: $1,250 12. “Personal Chef, Wine Expert, and Dessert Guru at the Osteen’s Home” Lance Brandenberg, chef and owner of Out of Bounds Restaurant, will cook dinner for eight friends at Allen and Terry Osteen’s home on John’s Island. Wine connoisseur Keith Anderson will select and serve wine to complement your meal. Dessert guru Amy Roach (of Amy’s Cakes and Catering) will design and bake your favorite dessert to complete your fabulous meal. You select the menu, and a date will be mutually agreed upon. Donor: Osteen Family, Lance Brandenberg, Roy’s Liquors, Amy Roach Value: Priceless 13. “Cash Challenge” Mrs. Jones’ homeroom class asks you to match their donation of up to $1,000. The class is asking for $50 donations to help them raise money for John Carroll. Donor: Homeroom 200, Mrs. Jones Value: Priceless to support our school 14. “Black Pearl Necklace” Drape yourself in this beautiful 36 inch sophisticated opera length dark pearl necklace with an array of colors by South Seas Collection Uncommon Pearls by Rita Chanfrau. Donor: JCHS Angel Value: $600
15. “Last Mango Fishing Charter” Enjoy a full day fishing trip on Last Mango sportsfishing charter boat with lunch and beverages provided by Barbara Allen. Bait, ice, and tackle are also provided, and JCHS Junior, Nick Allen, will serve as first mate. Donor: Last Mango Charters Value: $1,200 16. “The Rolling Stones Signed Electric Guitar” This guitar is signed by all five members of The Rolling Stones including Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood, and Bill Wyman. The Rolling Stones were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and were ranked number 4 in Rolling Stone magazine's 100 Greatest Artists of All Time. Billboard magazine ranked The Rolling Stones at number ten on "The Billboard Hot 100 Top All-Time Artists" and as the second most successful group in the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Donor: Friend of John Carroll Value: $5,000 17. “Ultimate JCHS Package” Purchase this package today and have no stress for the next school year. This package will fulfill all parental duties for one full year including JCHS parent apparel and accessories, two sports passes for the entire school year, your service hours completed, first pick at the JCHS Christmas tree and wreath sale, reserved seating for next year's auction, and an upgrade at the JCHS golf tournament. Your student will receive a school uniform, outerwear, reserved parking space in the senior parking lot, free jean's days for the year, waived athletic fee, free required vocabulary and grammar books, and a complimentary sports pass for a year. Donor: John Carroll High School Value: Priceless for peace of mind 18. “Rick Kelly Original Painting” Rick Kelly is famous for his artistic abilities and for bringing nature to life. This large oil painting is called “Shallow Cove” and shows spoonbills in a natural cove. Donor: Rick Kelly Value: $4,000
19. “Roan Mountain Vacation Home” Have your next family vacation above scenic Roan Mountain State Park. Enjoy this family-friendly, three bedroom home on one acre on Roan Mountain, near Banner Elk and Boone. The home accommodates eight, has all the amenities of a mountain home, and guarantees fun for a vacation. Donor: Bruce and Janice Hopper Value: $1,500 20. “Pelican Yacht Club Membership” Take advantage of this amazing auction item! Purchase a Pelican Yacht Club Social Associate Membership for one year. Members take full advantage of Club privileges including exquisite food, beautiful facilities, reduced docking rates, the Health and Fitness Center, and much more. You must be approved by the Board of Directors and spend the club’s minimum food and beverage annual fee ($1,200). Donor: Pelican Yacht Club Value: Priceless opportunity (Reserve) 21. “JCHS Senior Special” This package provides eight seats in addition to the allotted seats, reserved at the 2011 graduation (Sunrise Theatre) and Baccalaureate Mass (St. Bernadette Catholic Church ). Donor: John Carroll High School Value: Priceless as it is the only chance to acquire additional seats for graduation and mass 22. “METS Mega Fan” The lucky person will win a 4-pack of New York Mets Spring Training tickets (excluding the March 6th Game). The group of 4 will receive a VIP tour of Digital Domain Park , have the opportunity to watch batting practice from the field, and throw out the first pitch of the game. Also enjoy four upper level reserved tickets for a spring training game season 2011. Donor: Digital Domain Value: Priceless opportunity 23. “Green Pearl Necklace and Earrings” Complete any outfit by accessorizing with this beautiful 16 inch genuine green tone pearl necklace with a marquisate clasp and matching earring set by Rita Chanfrau. Donor: JCHS Angel Value: $500
24. “Virginia Resort Vacation” Vacation in the family friendly mountains of Western Virginia at the Massanutten Resort Condo at McGaheysville, Virginia, in a two bedroom, two bath condo that sleeps six people. (RCI # 5711). There are golf courses on site, spa, dining, water parks, and whitewater rafting nearby. The reservation is for the week of June 17-24, 2011. Donor: Mr. and Mrs. Steven Dove Value: $1,500 25. “Brad Phares Painting” Brad Phares is an 8th generation Florida rancher living in Okeechobee, Florida. Brad paints the subjects which are most present in his day-to-day activities – cattle, horses, wildlife, and the people who cared for them. Donor: Brad Phares Value: Priceless 26. “Top Hat of Money” Fort Pierce Police Captain Kirk will be collecting money in a top hat tonight. Dr. and Mrs. Allen started the pot at $200, but you will take home much more! Donor: Dr. and Mrs. Allen Value: Hundreds of Dollars!