The Langley School 80th Anniversary Gala Catalog 2023

The Langley School

80th Anniversary Gala

celebrating our story

Saturday, May 13, 2023

Thank You to Our 2023 Sponsors:

Diamond Sponsor ($10,000)

Hilton Worldwide

Platinum Sponsor ($7,500)

Omar and Behnaz Baker

Gold Sponsors ($5,000)

Christopher and AJ Andreas

Coakley & Williams Construction

RJ and Heidi Narang

Hugh and Patricia O’Kane

Dean and Meredith Zerbe

Silver Sponsors ($2,500)

Asha Maía Design

Jon Cohn and Rachel Brand

Sandy Spring Bank

Josh and Ashleigh Sekoski

The Naz Experience

Bronze Sponsors ($1,500)

Nathan and Connie Briggs

Jonathan and Nicole Brightbill

Comprehensive Dental Care DC/ Michael Kostrov and Mahvesh Qureshi

Jonathan and Jaimie DeRight

Frank and Ariana DiMeo

Fairfax Foods

Craig and Karen Gibian

John and Amy Gilliland

Shan and Ruchi Jalla

Chris and Caroline Krueger

Andy Leblanc and Kara McCabe

PG and Sara Magner

Arsenio Martinez-Simon and Viviana Baquero Prada

Dane and Sarah Smith

Mike and Erin Tollini

Greg and Shana Treger

Ryan and Stephanie Whitaker

Langley Friend Sponsors ($500)

Jeremy and Devon Anderson

AUDI

John and Melanie Bielski

CGS Architects

Steve Lehotsky and Caitlin Talmadge

Alistair and Allie Miller

Arie Mutchnick and Caryn Barnet

Gonzalo Palacio and Aly Brokenshire

RCM&D TIAA

Faculty Friend Sponsors ($200)

Christian and Lauren Aiello

Jeremy and Devon Anderson

Brian Benczkowski and Kristi Remington

Brian and Elvira Christiansen

Kevin and Stacy Cunningham

Russ Frey and I-Min Chao

Aaron and Leah Fuchs

Brian Greenberg and Elizabeth Crocker

Shan and Ruchi Jalla

Andy Leblanc and Kara McCabe

Eric and Jill Lyttle

David and Rachel Marin

Peter Markov

Zac and Laura Merriman

Jonathan Nguyen-Phuong and Jane Kim

Steve and Emily Pyser

Jane Ramsey

Kelly Reeves

Josh and Jennifer Romanow

David Rutchik and Selwa Masri Rutchik

Luzia Santos-McDowell

Dane and Sarah Smith

Miguel Toledo and Carolina Anzola

Greg and Shana Treger

Will and Dara Weng

Michael and Sarah Wronsky

Kevin Yam and Brittany Root

In-Kind Sponsors

Georgetown Cupcake

*Sponsors as of May 1, 2023

Ride Alto

ALL ABOUT THE Auction

A Party with a Purpose:

The Langley School 80th Anniversary Gala is a highlight of the school year and we are thrilled that the event will return to the Conrad Washington, DC, on Saturday, May 13. The evening includes cocktails, a seated dinner, silent and live auctions, a raffle, games, live music, dancing, and an after-party. In addition to raising funds to help make professional development opportunities for Langley’s incredible faculty and staff possible, the evening is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the company of other Langley parents, faculty, and staff. For more information about the event, visit our auction site at https://langleyschool.ejoinme.org/2023Auction.

Silent Auction: The silent auction includes a wide range of exciting items. The Greater Giving mobile/online bidding platform will be used for the silent auction, which also includes a “Super Silent” category of unique items. The “Super Silent” category will close after the other silent auction categories. Guests will bid using their smartphones or desktop computers. Bidding opens on Monday, May 8 and will close at the gala event on Saturday, May 13. You do not need to be present at the event on May 13 to participate in the silent/online auction.

Those already registered to attend the 80th Anniversary Gala will automatically receive a personalized URL for online/mobile bidding. For those who are not attending, but still wish to bid, you may register here: https:// langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse (click on the “Get Started” button).

Live Auction: The live auction will take place in person at the event on Saturday, May 13. Guests will be assigned a bid number and given a bid card at registration. The live auction will occur during the dinner, and Sherry Truhlar of Red Apple Auctions will be our auctioneer. Live auction items may be previewed in the auction catalog or on the online bidding platform.

Raise the Paddle: This highlight of the evening takes place during the live auction on Saturday, May 13 and is an opportunity for everyone to make a fully taxdeductible contribution in support of Langley’s outstanding faculty. Not able to attend the event? We hope you will consider making a contribution online or by mailing a check to the Development Office made payable to The Langley School.

Living Langley Experiences: Does your child want to be a Langley division head for the day? How about enjoying lunch with Mr. Green or a movie with their teachers? Or, parents, would you like to have your own parking spot on campus? These are all examples of the many unique Living Langley experiences that have been generously donated by The Langley School and our faculty/staff. Don’t miss out on these coveted once-ina-school-year experiences! See page 19 for a full list of offerings.

Raffle: This year’s event features a Bubbles and Baubles raffle for a beautiful Chanel crystal pearl CC long silver necklace. The winner will be drawn during the live auction, but does not need to be present to win. See page 5 for details on how to purchase raffle tickets.

Great

Gatherings:

Great Gatherings are a “great” way to enjoy a fun, low-key activity, outing, or event with Langley friends. “Buy a spot” for one or more Great Gathering events. Tickets will go on sale on Monday, May 8 at 9:00 a.m. via the mobile bidding platform. See page 11 for additional details.

Heads or Tails Game: At the gala event on May 13, guests will have the opportunity to buy chances to win our Stellar Wine Cellar, a collection of 24 bottles of wine donated by generous Langley families. See page 5 for details on how the game works.

Saturday, May 13, 2023, at the Conrad, Washington, DC

6:00 p.m. Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres, Silent Auction (mobile bidding), Bubbles & Baubles Raffle

7:20 p.m. Call to Dinner

7:30 p.m. Heads or Tails Game in Grand Ballroom

7:45 p.m. Welcome Michele Claeys, Head of School

8:00 p.m. Dinner

8:15 p.m. All Silent Auction Categories Close Except Super Silent Category (guests may check under “bids” for winning silent auction packages)

8:30 p.m. Live Auction and “Raise the Paddle for Faculty Excellence” Sherry Truhlar, Auctioneer

Remarks Brooke Smith, Grade 2 Teacher

9:30 p.m. Raffle Drawing

Matt and Anne Schuyler, Hilton Worldwide

Closing Remarks

Melanie Bielski, Aly Brokenshire, and Allie Miller, Gala Co-Chairs

9:40 p.m. Live Music, Dancing, Photo Booth, Mingling, Merriment The Capital Effect, Music Group

9:50 p.m. Super Silent Category Closes (guests may check under “bids” for winnings)

10:00 p.m. Auction Check-out Opens

11:00 p.m. After-Party Begins in Conservatory Ballroom (party requires a separate ticket)

1:00 a.m. Evening Concludes

From Our Head of School: MICHELE CLAEYS

It is a pleasure to welcome you to our 80th Anniversary Gala, “Celebrating Our Story.”

This year, our gala celebrates Langley’s incredible history and the wonderful future that lies ahead. Our co-chairs, Melanie Bielski, Aly Brokenshire, and Allie Miller, and their committee of volunteers have marvelously inspired the community to be generous and creative – qualities that we strive to instill in our students.

I am thrilled with all that we have accomplished together, and it is especially wonderful to conclude our anniversary celebration by shining a light on the remarkable work of our faculty and staff.

As you read this catalog and make your “wish list,” I hope you will take a moment to note the many individuals and local businesses who have chosen to support our auction this year. Langley is fortunate to benefit from so many gifts of items, sponsorships, and volunteer hours. Thank you all for believing so strongly in the work we do each day.

Of special note is the “Raise the Paddle” portion of the evening, which takes place during the live auction. Every dollar raised provides financial support for professional development, salaries, classroom enhancements, and other benefits that help us recruit and retain our outstanding faculty. Our goal is 100% participation, and I invite you to give generously. Please consider making a gift online if you won’t be able to join us in person.

I look forward to celebrating with you on Saturday, May 13. It is an honor to lead an institution that prepares our young people for a world that awaits – and needs – them more than ever.

From Our Auction Co-Chairs: MELANIE BIELSKI, ALY BROKENSHIRE, & ALLIE MILLER

We are so honored to be co-chairing Langley’s 80th Anniversary Gala at the beautiful Conrad Washington, DC. This year we are celebrating Langley’s story, looking back at the past 80 years of our wonderful community and looking forward to another 80 years celebrating excellence.

We are extremely fortunate that our children are learning from such an experienced, talented, and compassionate team. Proceeds from the auction help make professional development opportunities possible for Langley’s faculty and staff, as well as provide operational support for the school’s highest priorities.

To Langley’s extraordinary teachers, administrators, and staff – thank you from the bottom of our hearts! It is in partnership with you that Langley families know their children are receiving a top-tier education in such a supportive, inclusive, and positive environment as they begin their life story. Your dedication and love for your

students is evident in all that you do and we are so grateful to you all.

And to the wonderful community of current and past parents, grandparents, and alumni who continuously give their time, talent, and resources to Langley year after year, we thank you! We have been blown away by the generosity of our Langley family. This event would not be possible without the dedication of the many volunteers, donors, and sponsors.

On behalf of the entire Gala Committee, we are looking forward to celebrating with you and raising critical funds for our outstanding school. Thank you for your support!

RAFFLE & Games

Get Your Raffle Tickets Now!

Each year, the Auction Committee finds generous donors to support the auction through raffles, and it’s the easiest way to win something special. You don’t want to miss out! Raffle tickets can be purchased through online and mobile bidding and in person at the gala event on May 13. To purchase a raffle ticket, open online/mobile bidding and select the number of raffle tickets you would like to purchase. Raffle winners will be drawn during the live auction on May 13. You do not need to be present to win.

Bubbles and Baubles Raffle

$50/ticket – 100 available

Purchase a $50 raffle ticket to win a beautiful Chanel crystal pearl CC long silver necklace valued at $1,600. Only 100 tickets will be sold! During the cocktail reception at the May 13 event, you will receive a special glass of champagne in recognition of your support.

Donors: RJ and Heidi Narang / Value: $1,600

Play the Heads or Tails Game!

$25/chance or $60/three chances

At the gala event on May 13, guests will have the opportunity to participate in the Heads or Tails game by buying chances (a bead necklace) for $25 each or three for $60. A maximum of three chances/necklaces per person may be purchased. The prize is our Stellar Wine Cellar, a collection of 24 bottles of wine donated by generous Langley families.

At the appropriate time, the auctioneer will ask all Heads or Tails participants to stand up. Participants select either “heads” or “tails” by putting their hands on their heads or tails. Those participants whose choice matches the coin flip remain standing while everyone else sits down. Guests wearing more than one necklace will take off one necklace for each wrong outcome chosen. The auctioneer will continue asking guests to select “heads” or “tails,” then flipping the coin and eliminating players until only one lucky winner remains standing.

Donors: Langley Families / Value: $500

101. The 46th Kennedy Center Honors: Sunday, December 3, 2023

Want to attend one of the most sought-after Kennedy Center events? The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honors is the nation’s most prestigious artistic award ceremony. The star-studded audience and performers salute a distinguished cast of awardees with world-renowned, lifetime legacies within myriad art forms. You and a guest will have seats with an unmatched view on the second tier, rows B-G, with a champagne reception to follow as you mingle with celebrity icons. Does not include tickets to the seated dinner portion of the evening.

Donors: Christopher and AJ Andreas / Value: $1,200

102. Pineapple & Pearls: Private Dinner for Six

Dinner out should be a resplendent party for your palate! At Pineapple & Pearls in DC, you and five guests dressed to the nines will soak in the unforgettable dining extravaganza of their brand new, ultra-exclusive private dining room tucked away in the neighboring verdant and aromatic flower shop, She Loves Me. Your experience will be more than just a dinner party, where even the food is playful – so go ahead and play!

Donors: The Langley School Grade 3 Families / Value: $2,800

103. Langley Exclusive: Head of School for the Day

Does your little leader have all the answers? Then let them discover what it’s like to run the entire school! With this once-in-a-childhood experience, the lucky student will be head of school for the day and see what goes on behind the scenes in Ms. Claeys’ office! Our special head for the day will greet students at drop-off in the morning, make important phone calls, hold meetings in the Head’s Office, read a story to the Primary School, make a special decree for their division (e.g., crazy hair day), learn all about the different people and departments that help run the school, and enjoy lunch with two friends and Ms. Claeys. In the afternoon, the student head of school will select and share a special treat with their homeroom class and enjoy a “back of the house” tour of the campus and the new Crossroads Building. What a great way to make an ordinary school day extraordinary! Langley Lower and Middle School students only.

Donors: The Langley School and Michele Claeys / Value: Priceless

104. Itz’ana Resort & Residences: One Week in Placencia, Belize

This enviable offering includes a rejuvenating, one-week getaway at the gorgeous Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia, Belize. You’ll relax in a spacious 1,175-square-foot, one-bedroom villa with both a king bed and a queen sleeper sofa, plus a private deck with its own plunge pool overlooking the Caribbean. Then fuel your vacation adventures with a $500 credit toward food and beverages at the resort restaurant. Itz’ana Resort offers pampering, luxurious accommodations on the Placencia coastline and is the perfect base for your visit to Belize. You can snorkel at the second-largest reef in the world, travel up Monkey River to see the howler monkeys, cruise the lagoon to fish or to look for manatees and dolphins, drive a golf cart to Placencia Village for dinner, visit Mayan ruins, or just relax on the beach or at the amazing pool. Your Belizean adventures await!

Available year-round with the exception of December 14, 2023, to January 6, 2024, subject to availability. Must be used by May 13, 2024.

Donors: Joel and Mary Ann Lawson / Value: $7,500

105. Taylor Swift Experience: Four Prime Tickets & Two Hotel Rooms for One Spectacular Night in Pittsburgh

Calling all Swifties! There will be no “bad blood” when you win these four highly coveted tickets to Taylor Swift’s “The Eras” tour. You will not want to miss the concert of the summer on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA. “Are you ready for it?” Your unforgettable experience starts with four of the best seats in the house (section 133, row Y, seats 1-4) just off the floor (worth more than immediate floor tickets because of the improved view). That night, you won’t “be on your own kid” with two rooms at the Oaklander Hotel, part of the Marriott Autograph Collection, located a quick eight-minute drive from the stadium. Stay for the last song and the encore! “Look what you made me do” to bid up and win this package! Everyone else will have to “shake it off.”

Tickets valid for concert on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. only.

Donors: Russ Frey and I-Min Chao, Andy Leblanc and Kara McCabe / Value: $6,542

106. Hilton Worldwide: One Room for Seven Nights “Anywhere”

Whether you’d “walk 500 miles,” believe that “life is a highway,” live your “life on the road,” or “been everywhere man,” this ultimate worldwide “adventure of a lifetime” is for you! Featuring seven nights anywhere you feel “on top of the world,” this package from the Hilton Worldwide portfolio will help you “find what you’re looking for” “wherever you may roam.” These seven nights can be used separately or together, so you can have “one night in Bangkok,” visit “Kokomo,” and still “linger” in “Africa” and go “back to London” without having to “sleep on the floor.” The Hilton Worldwide collection includes brands like Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, LXR, Canopy, Hilton Grand Vacations, and many more luxurious brands with locations “somewhere over the rainbow.” So whether you’re “leaving on a jet plane,” driving a “fast car,” or taking the “midnight train to Georgia,” your only limit is your “wanderlust.” And, of course, you have to win the live bidding first, so “don’t stop believin’” and get “outta here!”

Good for a standard room rate. Expires one year from date of issuance. Excludes resort fees and miscellaneous hotel fees.

Donor: Hilton Worldwide / Value: $7,000

107. Washington Capitals Head Chef & Eco Caters: In-Home Plated Dinner for 10

Which do you love more: food or sports? No need to choose when both will arrive at your door together if you’re the winning bidder. Washington Capitals team chef Robbie Wood with Eco Caters, DC’s leading sustainable, local, and organic event caterers, will prepare and serve a sumptuous plated dinner for 10 in your home. Your kitchen table, appliances, and dishware transform into the chef’s table as you’re served three choices of appetizers, one choice of salad, two choices of entrées, and one choice of dessert.

Whether it was at his first post on Tybee Island in Georgia or his current positions as executive chef at Eco Caters DC and team chef for the Washington Capitals, Chef Wood has always believed in highlighting the ingredients. Over the years, he has cooked from San Diego to Nantucket and the Bahamas to DC, all while maintaining an affinity for simple presentations of well-procured foods. Chef Wood uses the integrity of his ingredients as the foundation for a great variety of nutritious and delectable preparations.

All beverages, both alcoholic and nonalcoholic, to be provided by the winning bidder. Served on winner’s china. Requires full access to winner’s kitchen, prep utensils, stove/oven, etc. Includes on-site chef to prepare the meal and staff to help prepare, serve, and clean up after service. Distance of more than 25 miles from Eco Caters Kitchen (2221 Adams Place NE, Washington, DC) subject to additional travel fees. Dinner for 10 is valued at $2,015; the additional $260 credit can be applied to wine, tip, or additional food items. Dinner to be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date and subject to availability of Chef Wood. Six weeks of advance notice preferred. Expires on May 13, 2024.

Donors: The Langley School Kindergarten Families / Value: $2,275

108. Raise the Paddle in Support of Faculty Excellence

Langley’s strength lies in the talent, drive, and character of its faculty. Every day, for every child, faculty attend to children’s intellectual and emotional development in equal measure. They remain dedicated to the development of character and competence – virtues which lie at the heart of the work of Langley’s faculty past, present, and future. Your generosity tonight will inspire faculty, enrich classrooms, and most importantly, help Langley prepare the next generation of student and citizen leaders.

The auctioneer will announce “Raise the Paddle for Faculty Excellence” and invite you to make a cash donation. Bidding begins at the $10,000 level, followed by $5,000, $2,500, $1,080, $500, $250, and $100. Simply consider your level of interest and when that level is announced, raise your bid paddle high. Thank you for helping extraordinary teaching and learning happen every day.

Donors: The Generous Langley School Community / Value: Priceless

109. Capital One Arena: Box Suite for One Washington Capitals Game

An exclusive and unforgettable experience awaits at the Capital One Arena! The lucky bidder will receive their very own private box suite for 18 attendees at the Capital One Arena for one Washington Capitals game. The luxury suite offers incredible views of the action and amenities such as complimentary beverages, a private restroom, comfortable seating, and more. The $1,000 gift card can be applied toward food and catering for your suite arranged through Aramark Catering. A bigger b-ball fan than an ice hockey fan? You may also redeem this sweet suite toward a Washington Wizards home game. It doesn’t matter which you choose. Either way, an exciting night of DC sports awaits! Washington Capitals or Wizards game must take place between September and December 2023.

Donors: The Embassy of Qatar and The Langley School JK Families / Value: $2,000

110. Grand Cayman Island: Three-Bedroom Beachfront Condo for One Week

Imagine your next week of adventure on one of the world’s best beaches! Your stay on Grand Cayman Island begins with this three-bedroom, three-bath, 3,000-square-foot, secondfloor beachfront condo, located on the pristine, world-famous Seven Mile Beach, voted by Traveller’s Choice as one of the top 25 beaches in the world. The condo is furnished in an upscale, West Indies style that will have you feeling relaxed from the moment you walk through the front door. Two bedrooms have king beds, and one has two queen beds. This panoramic corner unit has a large screened deck for relaxing in the tropical environment and dining with amazing views of the tranquil, uncrowded white sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters. This unparalleled offering is ideal for your troupe to launch the perfect Caribbean adventure.

One-week stay to be arranged with the owner between June 1, 2023, and December 10, 2023, or between April 1, 2024, and August 31, 2024. Subject to availability. Must be used by August 31, 2024.

Donors: Joel and Mary Ann Lawson / Value: $8,000

111. The Bazaar at Waldorf Astoria DC: Tasting Menu for 12

The magnanimous winning bidder and a retinue of 11 guests will savor the playful and imaginative tasting menu experience at The Bazaar by Michelin-starred chef José Andrés, located in the Waldorf Astoria DC. A carefully curated theater of shared plates, The Bazaar consistently wows its guests with ingeniously innovative cuisine, thoughtfully created cocktails, theatrical presentations, and attentive yet unfussy service. The Bazaar takes guests on a wild sensory adventure born of José’s Spanish roots, both traditional and avant-garde, in a bold, playful atmosphere where anything is possible.

Excludes alcohol, taxes, and gratuity. Advance reservations required.

Donor: JOSÉ ANDRÉS GROUP, The Bazaar by José Andrés | Beverly Hills, South Beach, Las Vegas / Value: $2,340

112. Weller/Van Winkle Bourbon Tasting Experience for 10 at The Fountain Inn

The lush winner and nine enviable guests will enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime bourbon bonanza at The Fountain Inn in Georgetown! You’ll start with a welcome cocktail and light bites in the private dining room. Once your party is warmed up, your piece de resistance will commence with a dedicated bourbon sommelier reintroducing you to the lively spirit as you’ve never known it. You’ll sample four elite, rare bourbon masterpiece expressions, including Weller Special Reserve, Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year, Van Winkle Special Reserve Lot B 12 Year, and special fourth pour exclusive to The Fountain Inn.

Donors: The Langley School Grade 4 Families / Value: $3,000

113. Langley Library: Sleep-Under with Ms. Lyon

Maybe your name is already on part of the Crossroads Building. Shouldn’t your child feel like they own the place for a night? Your literary child and nine bookworm buds will spend a fantasy-nonfiction evening with Langley Librarian Annie Lyon for not a sleep-over, but rather a sleep-under in The Langley School library. Festivities will include dinner, dessert, classic sleepover activities, and a few surprises before parents pick up their sleepy ones a few hours later. Pajamas, pillows, blankets, and stuffies are highly encouraged!

The sleep-under will be scheduled on a mutually convenient Friday evening.

Donor: Annie Lyon / Value: Priceless

GREAT Gatherings

1201. TikTok: Hard Rock Candy Dance Party for Grades 3-5

Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2023, 3:15 – 5:00 p.m.

Hosts: Melanie Bielski, Ronya Corey, Art in Motion

Location: Langley’s Lower School Assembly Room

Cost: 28 children’s tickets at $60 each (grades 3-5 only)

Let’s dance! Get ready to feel the beat and learn a few trending TikTok dances! Dancers will learn choreography with Miss Allie from Art in Motion and have a chance to show off their dance moves through solo or small-group performances. Dance props will be on hand to give their TikTok dances some added pizzazz. Dancers will create a sweets bag from the ultimate candy buffet and refresh with lemonade while they cheer for each other’s performances. Dancers will also go home with some dance swag. Ready, set, DANCE!

1202. Goat to Be Zen

Date: Wednesday, May 31, 2023, 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Hosts: Liz Crocker and Miranda Vesey Location: The Crocker/Greenberg Home (1047 Gelston Circle, McLean, VA 22102)

Cost: 38 adult tickets at $150 each

Join us for one of the most unique Great Gathering experiences Langley has ever offered! Baby goat yoga is a fun and relaxing way to unwind and wrap up the end of the school year with a smile. Come for fun country cocktails at 5:30 p.m., enjoy yoga with baby goats from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., and then mingle with other Langley parents for an outdoor barbeque from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. This event is for adults only (sorry kids!) and, for obvious reasons (like baby goats crawling on you), will be casual attire. This event is fully outdoors and will be rescheduled in case of inclement weather.

1203. Ladies’ Cardio Tennis

Date: Friday, June 2, 2023, 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Hosts: Tori Gregorios, Caitlin Levanson, Jill Lyttle, Morgan Miller, Lara Ramsey, Miranda Vesey

Location: Washington Golf and Country Club (3017 N. Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22207)

Cost: 15 adult tickets at $100 each

Join the fun and connect with tennis-loving ladies at Langley! For tennis enthusiasts of all levels, this event features Washington Golf and Country Club pros leading lively, blood-pumping drills on the tennis courts. After an hour of cardio tennis, you’ll have a healthy and delicious champagne lunch at the club. What’s not to LOVE?

1204. TikTok: Hard Rock Candy Dance Party for Grades 1-2

Date: Friday, June 2, 2023, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Hosts: Melanie Bielski, Heidi Narang, Art in Motion

Location: Langley’s Lower School Assembly Room

Cost: 28 children’s tickets at $60 each (grades 1-2 only)

Let’s dance! Get ready to feel the beat and learn a few trending TikTok dances! Dancers will learn choreography with Miss Allie from Art in Motion and have a chance to show off their dance moves through solo or small-group performances. Dance props will be on hand to give their TikTok dances some added pizzazz. Dancers will create a sweets bag from the ultimate candy buffet and refresh with lemonade while they cheer for each other’s performances. Dancers will also go home with some dance swag. Ready, set, DANCE!

What Are Great Gathering Events?

Great Gatherings are a “great” way to make new friends and connect with old friends while enjoying a fun, low-key activity, outing, or event. Come by yourself or make plans with friends to join together – a great time awaits you. Our community is stronger and more connected when we “gather” all year long!

It’s all been organized for you – all you need to do is join in! “Buy a spot” for one or more Great Gathering events.

How/When Can You Purchase Spots? Online Sales Open Monday, May 8!

• Great Gathering “spots” will be available for purchase beginning Monday, May 8 through Saturday, May 13 on the auction site at https://langleyschool.ejoinme.org/2023Auction.

• Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

• On Monday, May 8, mobile bidding opens to all registered persons. Individuals who have provided a cell phone number will receive a “welcome” email and text with a personalized URL and may at that time purchase spots via mobile bidding. Spots will be available for purchase to registered persons until sold out or through Saturday, May 13 until such time as mobile bidding closes.

• Those not able to attend the event on May 13, but who would like to purchase a Great Gathering spot, may do so by registering at https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse (click on the “Get Started” button).

• If all spots are not sold out at the close of the event on Saturday, May 13, remaining spots will be available for sale to the community on the auction site on Monday, May 15.

1205. Backstage at Wolf Trap

Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Hosts: Christopher and AJ Andreas

Location: Filene Center at Wolf Trap (1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182)

Cost: 28 adult tickets at $75 each

Ever wonder what goes into hosting a famous performer at a concert venue? Join us this summer as Wolf Trap President and CEO Arvind Manocha leads us on an exclusive backstage tour of their recently renovated spaces, including artists’ areas, green rooms, and eating/recreation spaces. After the tour, enjoy wine and cheese in the private main artist dressing room where the likes of Sting and Bonnie Raitt have spent their time off-stage. Start your summer like a star!

1206. School’s IN, Parents OUT

Date: Friday, September 8, 2023, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Hosts: Hisham Faour and Zeina Habal, RJ and Heidi Narang, Devon McFadden and Ronya Corey, Brett and Ally Meringoff

Location: Ms. Peacock’s Champagne Lounge (929 N. Garfield Street, Arlington, VA 22201)

Cost: 62 adult tickets at $150 each

Reconnect with fellow Langley parents and friends to catch up on summer experiences, make plans for the school year, and celebrate the kids being back in school. With a new venue for this event, Ms. Peacock’s Champagne Lounge will provide the perfect setting for a fun and festive evening. We will enjoy adult conversations over creative cocktails, bubbles, and delicious heavy hors d’oeuvres. This event sold out in minutes last year, so get your ticket quickly!

1207. Duck, Duck, Bowl

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Hosts: Chris and Tyler Gamaitoni, Reed Kowit and Liz Lawson, Michael and Amanda McQuigg, Brad and Elle Patout

Location: Congressional Country Club (8500 River Road, Bethesda, MD 20817)

Cost: 20 tickets at $100 each (one ticket includes admission for one child accompanied by one adult only)

Join Langley’s littlest students for an afternoon game of duckpin bowling at Congressional Country Club. Congressional is one of the few venues in the area to offer this fun twist on bowling, where kids roll with a lighter wooden ball to knock down the pins. While the little ones play, parents will enjoy food and socializing. Both lunch and snacks will be provided. This event is ideal for rising kindergarten through third-graders, and we promise no ducks will be harmed during this gathering!

1208. Holiday Glam Shopping Night

Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Hosts: Melanie Bielski, Aly Brokenshire, Allie Miller

Location: Neiman Marcus Tysons Galleria (2255 International Drive, McLean, VA 22102)

Cost: 47 adult tickets at $125 each

Get a jump start on your holiday shopping (and don’t forget to pick out a few things for yourself!) during this moms’ night out at Neiman Marcus in Tysons Galleria. We will begin the evening in a private area on the third floor to enjoy some bubbles and bites while viewing holiday looks and trending styles. The store will then open up for shopping so you can make all of your glam holiday dreams come true!

1209. “Damp” January Wine Tasting

Date: Friday, January 5, 2024, 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Hosts: Chris and Caroline Krueger

Location: The Metropolitan Club (1700 H Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006)

Cost: 34 adult tickets at $150 each

Dry January is for quitters! Join us for a sommelier-led wine tasting in one of the beautiful private rooms at the Metropolitan Club. Whether you are an experienced taster or a rookie, after sampling both reds and whites from the Old World and New, you will leave with a little more wine expertise. And did we mention there will also be cheese? Make it a night and plan a dinner in DC with a group of friends after.

1210. Let’s Go Girls: Galentine’s Eve Party

Date: Monday, February 12, 2024, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Host: Anne Schuyler

Location: Skyfall, The Schuyler Home Cost: 30 adult tickets at $150 each

Roses are red, violets are blue, love is sweet, and friendship is, too! Come party your heart out with your Langley gal pals for a night of friendship, food, and beauty fun! Sip on romantic concoctions and indulge in delicious treats during this cozy ladies’ night in. Makeup artists will educate us on the latest skin glows and provide a tutorial on the perfect “five-minute makeup transformation.” XOXO

1211. Back to College Party

Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Hosts: Andy Leblanc and Kara McCabe, Alistair and Allie Miller

Location: TBD

Cost: 50 adult tickets at $150 each

Bringing it back to the old school! Relive your glory days during this college-themed party. Wear your alma mater gear to this fun throwback to the college years. Kegs, solo cups, and games on tap! You’re my boy, Blue!

SUPER SILENT

201. Escape to Little Washington: Kitchen Table Dinner for Four & Private Transportation

Experience the inner sanctum of the Inn at Little Washington’s Michelin three-star-rated restaurant. Your party of four, nestled next to a baronial fireplace, will dine amidst the backdrop of this renowned working kitchen. This gastronomic offering will transform your perspective on fine dining as you enjoy your supper while being part of the show! Savor classical French cuisine while reveling in the romantic luxury of this charming country inn. You’ll savor the drive, too, as Reston Limousine provides a luxury vehicle to transport you seamlessly to and from the inn.

Donors: Anonymous, John Yoo and Yoomin Kim / Value: $3,380

202. Sperryville VIP Retreat: Three Blacksmiths Dinner & One-Night Stay for Four at Hopkins Ordinary

You and three guests will enjoy the locally sourced tasting menu with wine pairings at Three Blacksmiths and overnight accommodations at the top-rated Hopkins Ordinary Bed and Breakfast, a three-minute walk from the restaurant. The personal, unparalleled atmosphere at Three Blacksmiths shows through their one daily seating for just 20 guests that books 200 days in advance. Similarly boutique, Hopkins Ordinary has the privacy of just five guest rooms and two private cottages. You will know you’re truly a VIP when you enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime package!

Donor: The Langley School Board of Trustees / Value: $2,000

203. Total Wine & More: Wine Tasting & Three Nights in Bordeaux for Four

A truly unique adventure awaits the oenophile in Bordeaux, France. Two couples will enjoy a three-night stay in a romantic château as they explore one of the world’s premier wine regions. With one-of-a-kind vineyards, winery tours, private tastings, and more, Bordeaux will knock the socks off anyone who thinks California wine country sets the standard. This package does not include airfare or transportation and does not expire. Dates are based on availability and must be mutually agreed upon with donor before travel plans are made. All travelers must be 21 or older. Lodging is first-come, first-served and available Monday-Friday, September through June (excluding the Christmas and Easter holidays), and only available for four individuals (two rooms).

Donor: Total Wine & More / Value: $5,000

204. Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail: Three-Day Immersion for Six

You, yours, and two other couples will find the homebase of your Kentucky Bourbon Trail immersive experience in Louisville with three rooms at the boutique hotel and art museum 21C. From there, your party will enjoy a tour and tasting at Old Forester in Louisville and then at Buffalo Trace in Frankfort. Saving the best for last, you’ll end the trail with the VIP master distiller private tour at Woodford Reserve in Lexington, where you will also enjoy a family brand tasting. Each couple will receive a limited edition Woodford Reserve bottle as a souvenir.

Donor: Current360 / Value: $4,650

205. Washington Nationals Park: Private Suite for an August Game

Batter up in style! The lucky bidder will receive their very own private suite at Washington Nationals Park for an August 2023 game mutually determined by bidder and donor. The National Retail Federation’s suite is located on the Club Level between home plate and third base. It accommodates up to 22 guests with standard catering (soft drinks/snacks; additional items can be arranged through Nationals Park/Levy Catering), a private bathroom, air conditioning, outdoor seating for 15 people, and four parking passes!

August 2023 game date must be confirmed within two weeks of auction. Expires August 31, 2023.

Donor: National Retail Federation / Value: $4,500

206. John Legend: Two Orchestra Tickets at Wolf Trap

Win two tickets to see 12-time Grammy winner John Legend in a special soldout, live solo performance at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. You will be seated in the prime orchestra section for the show on Friday, June 2, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. The show will include featured songs from Legend’s most recent release, “Legend,” intimate reimaginings of his greatest hits (“All of Me,” “Ordinary People,” “Tonight”), and unexpected stories from his life and career.

Donors: Russ Frey and I-Min Chao / Value: $385

207. Nashville “Music City” Expedition: Two Nights & Tours for Two

Music City fans and anyone wanting a fun vacation within driving distance will beg to win this phenomenal package! Enjoy a threeday, two-night stay for two people at the gorgeous four-star 21C Museum Hotel, located in the heart of downtown Nashville, TN. Tour Nashville in exquisite style for up to three hours with a local musician, learning about the city’s famous landmarks and the evening entertainment hotspots. Admire the Parthenon, Music Row, and more with your exclusive, behind-the-scenes look into the music scene. Daily breakfast and a souvenir CD of your guide’s music are included. No expiration; blackout dates include major holidays and events.

Donors: Matt and Anne Schuyler / Value: $5,000

208. Langley Day at Nationals Park: Batting Practice on September 9, 2023

Here’s a sneak peek to an inaugural event – September 9, 2023, will be the first Langley Day at Nationals Park, where Langley families will sit together in the left mezzanine seats for the Nationals vs. Dodgers 4:05 p.m. game. This special auction item isn’t for the game – the lucky bidder and 11 guests will get to watch batting practice on the field! Practice starts at 12:35 p.m., so get ready to suit up!

Donor: The Langley School / Value: Priceless

209. Exclusive Resorts: Three Nights of Luxury

A vacation is not just about unique experiences – it should be about creating lasting memories with the people you love. Averaging 3,500 square feet, Exclusive Resorts’ private collection of three- to five-bedroom homes are in the world’s best locations and feature dream amenities such as chef-grade kitchens, private infinity-edge pools and hot tubs, spacious outdoor areas, and expansive great rooms. Everything is perfect for large family and friend gatherings. Each residence is carefully vetted, providing you with the peace of mind that comes with knowing exactly what to expect. Best of all, your personal concierge will plan every detail, from stocking the pantry with your favorite foods prior to your arrival and hiring a private chef, to booking tee times and creating custom itineraries, so you can enjoy a hassle-free vacation. Your only demand of the day is to have fun. Choose to reserve your Exclusive Resorts vacation in any one of these sought-after locations: Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands; Lake Tahoe, California; Los Cabos, Mexico; Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica; Real Del Mar, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico; Scottsdale, Arizona; Sea Island, Georgia; or Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

Travel must occur by May 13, 2024, and must be booked within 90 days of check-out. Reservations are subject to availability. Additional nights may be available. Holiday weeks designated by Exclusive Resorts are excluded, including Christmas, New Year’s, Presidents’ Day, Spring Break, Fourth of July, and Thanksgiving.

Donor: Exclusive Resorts / Value: $6,000

210. Copper Mountain: Slopeside Home for Eight, January 12-15, 2024

Spend the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend hitting the slopes and sporting amenities of Copper Mountain, known as Colorado’s Athletes’ Mountain! The winter-loving bidder and seven guests will enjoy a three-bedroom ski-in/ski-out townhome just a short walk to both the Woodward (formerly Union Creek) and American Flyer chairlifts. This plush vacation home boasts everything you need for a mountain getaway, including a private hot tub, master Jacuzzi tub, and two private balconies overlooking Ten Mile Creek and the adjoining forest preserve. The master suite has a king bed, the second bedroom has queen and twin beds, and the third bedroom has a twinover-full bunk. Other appointments include a wet bar, wine fridge, gas fireplace, window seat overlook, private washer and dryer, and flat-screen TV. Your luxury townhome wouldn’t be complete without its private, heated, twocar garage. Valid during Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, January 12-15, 2024.

Donors: The Langley School Grade 5 Families / Value: $4,350

211. Albemarle Getaway: Private Sunset Hot Air Balloon Ride & Charlottesville Bed & Breakfast

Ever since you were a kid looking into the colorfully dotted summer skies, you’ve imagined what it would be like to fly among the birds in a hot air balloon. Now stop imagining and start doing! For this one-of-a-kind exhilarating and serene experience, you and a lucky guest will join experienced aeronaut, chief pilot, and owner Mandy Baskin for a sunset hot air balloon ride traversing the Albemarle County, VA, skies. This crowning moment for your weekend begins and ends at Dinsmore, an historic boutique inn in Charlottesville, and includes a two-night stay at the inn and round-trip transportation from Dinsmore to the balloon site. Balloon rides are weather permitting.

Donors: The Langley School Grade 8 Families / Value: $2,150

212. Empire State of Mind: Two Tickets for “Late Night with Seth Meyers” & Two Nights at the Washington Square Hotel

Grab a friend for an unforgettable evening when you attend a live taping of “Late Night with Seth Meyers.” An established comedian, Meyers is known for his perfectly timed wit and off-the-cuff satire. You will be in the audience as he breaks down the day’s biggest stories and takes the current political circus head-on. This oncein-a-lifetime experience includes a two-night stay at the Washington Square Hotel in Greenwich Village and dinner for two at the adjoining North Square Restaurant. You’ll experience New York City the way the locals do!

Shows are generally taped Monday through Thursday nights at 4:00 p.m. though the actual time may vary depending on the date. Hotel stay is based on availability and expires on February 28, 2024.

Donors: Kay Kendall and Washington Square Hotel / Value $1,500

213. Citi Open Tennis Tournament: Six Courtside Box Seats to Semifinals

Serve up a day in DC for six tennis fans with courtside box seats to the Citi Open, the area’s premier ATP/WTA tennis tournament. You could be in earshot of local favorite Frances Tiafoe or defending champion Nick Kyrgios as they sweat it out on court this summer. Tickets are for all seats in aisle 3, box 1 for the daytime semifinals on August 5, 2023, and include a pass to the paved VIP parking lot. Tickets are only valid for session 9 on August 5, 2023.

Donors: Jane Kim and Jonathan Nguyen-Phuong / Value: $1,400

LIVING LANGLEY

301. Division Head for the Day: Primary School

For our budding leaders! Have your Primary Schooler rule the (Primary) school for the day. Your little one will get to see what it’s like to be in Ms. Shiroma’s shoes as they help lead the Primary School assembly, select a treat for their homeroom, visit all the Primary School classrooms, and make fun announcements! You’re never too young to make a BIG impression! Primary School students only. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable day in the 2022-2023 or 2023-2024 school year.

Donor: Ms. Shiroma / Value: Priceless

302. Division Head for the Day: Lower School

One lucky student will have the best seat in the Lower School – Ms. Beck’s (or Ms. Robinson’s) office! The winner will get a chance to declare special treats for their classroom or advisory, make announcements and decrees for the entire Lower School, and visit different departments and classrooms. Lower School students only. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable day in the 2022-2023 or 2023-2024 school year.

Donors: Ms. Beck and Ms. Robinson / Value: Priceless

303. Leopardy: VIP Table on March 2, 2024

It’s the hottest ticket Langley has! The next Leopardy Quiz Night will be Saturday, March 2, 2024. Don’t just mark the date in your calendar – guarantee your reserved table for 10 with prime placement and mulligans at this favorite frenzied fact fête. Win this package and you’ll have your prime table locked in for this annual event that sells out in hours!

Donor: The Langley School / Value: $350

304. Ms. Bond & Ms. Claeys Funday: Ultimate Frisbee for 20 Students

Join Ms. Bond and Ms. Claeys for an afternoon of Ultimate Frisbee on Langley’s Gleason Field. Learn the difference between a hack, a huck, and a hammer while enjoying the world’s greatest non-contact sport. This item is ideal for any students and/or their families ages 8 and up, and includes an instructional clinic, drills, game play, and post-game refreshments. Come play the ultimate way! Ages 8 and up. This is a 90-minute activity to be arranged on a mutually convenient date.

Donors: Ms. Bond and Ms. Claeys / Value: $30 per child

305. Langley Exclusive: Reserved Parking Place

Let’s face it – as a busy Langley parent, you actually do it all. What if you could take something off your to-do list every time you arrived on campus for a PALS speaker, theater production, sports game, committee meeting, library volunteer slot, or class party? What if you never had to walk in the cold, miserable rain from the Government Center carrying bulky supplies again? Your wish will be granted and your school commute instantly soothed with this perennially anticipated and hallowed auction item! This Living Langley grand prize is one pre-eminent, privileged parking place in the Langley lot designated prominently with a personalized sign for 24/7 access throughout the 2023-2024 school year. It’s so close to being yours that you can feel all traffic everywhere magically parting to make way for your next drive to Langley.

Donor: The Langley School / Value: Priceless

306. Langley Exclusive: Name the Lane

Make a mark on our beloved campus next school year by bidding on this offering! Situated along the main entrance thoroughfare across from the Lower School, and boasting an attractive blue and white street sign, Langley’s Lane is just waiting for that special someone to buy the naming rights for the 2023-2024 school year. The winning bidder will choose the wording (within reason, of course) for this custommade street sign installed along the main drive of campus. In the past, some winners have selected prose (e.g., The Road Not Taken), while others have celebrated loved ones (e.g., Maggie’s Paw Print Path and Charlotte’s Way). What name will you choose to inspire and encourage the Langley community each day as they walk down this path? Valid during the 2023-2024 school year only.

Donor: The Langley School / Value: Priceless

307. Langley Exclusive: Name the Circle

Make a mark on our beloved campus next school year by bidding on this offering! Situated at the entrance to the newly renovated campus green, and boasting an attractive blue and white street sign, Langley’s new circle is just waiting for that special someone to buy the naming rights for the 2023-2024 school year. The winning bidder will choose the wording (within reason, of course) for this custom-made sign installed at the entrance to the heart of our campus. What name will you choose to inspire and encourage the Langley community each day as they meet in this beautiful new space? Valid during the 2023-2024 school year only.

Donor: The Langley School / Value: Priceless

308. Langley Exclusive: Carpool Announcer

One lucky student (kindergarten through grade 5 only) will assist Ms. Malcolm as she manages the entertaining and exciting afternoon carpool duty! Ms. Malcolm will hand the mic over to the lucky winner’s child, who can put their own flair on the callout of the family name of the next car up in the carpool line. Don’t pass up this fun leadership opportunity for your child! Kindergarten to fifth-grade students only. Experience to take place on a mutually agreeable school day during the 2022-2023 or 2023-2024 academic year.

Donor: Ms. Malcolm / Value: Priceless

309. Junior Kindergarten Teachers’ Funday

Calling all current junior kindergarten and kindergarten students! Reunite with your junior kindergarten teachers, Mr. Byrne, Ms. Hinton, and Ms. Kiely, during fall 2023 for an afternoon of fun! Your future kindergarten and firstgrade students will have the opportunity to use their early reading skills on a campus scavenger hunt and enjoy a picnic on the grounds. Explore nature and discover the hidden secrets of Langley’s campus with our JK team! Event to take place on a mutually agreed-upon date in fall 2023 from 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Donors: Mr. Byrne, Ms. Hinton, and Ms. Kiely / Value: $20 per child

310. Kindergarten Ice Cream Party: Ms. VanLandingham

Enjoy a fun afternoon with friends from the kindergarten frog, koala, and zebra classes! The winning bidder from each class and three friends will join the kindergarten teachers on June 2, 2023, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. for an ice cream party. You’ll want to savor this experience before the kiddos head to Lower School!

Donor: Ms. VanLandingham / Value: Priceless

311. Kindergarten Ice Cream Party: Ms. Totten

Enjoy a fun afternoon with friends from the kindergarten frog, koala, and zebra classes! The winning bidder from each class and three friends will join the kindergarten teachers on June 2, 2023, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. for an ice cream party. You’ll want to savor this experience before the kiddos head to Lower School!

Donor: Ms. Totten / Value: Priceless

312. Kindergarten Ice Cream Party: Ms. Kingsley

Enjoy a fun afternoon with friends from the kindergarten frog, koala, and zebra classes! The winning bidder from each class and three friends will join the kindergarten teachers on June 2, 2023, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. for an ice cream party. You’ll want to savor this experience before the kiddos head to Lower School!

Donor: Ms. Kingsley / Value: Priceless

313. Primary Teachers’ Funday: Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Join Ms. Rudd, Ms. Hinton, Ms. Kingsley, and Ms. Glenda for a magical movie party! Twelve cinema-ready students will enjoy pizza, popcorn, movie candy, juice boxes, and a special feature film after school on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, from 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Donors: Ms. Rudd, Ms. Hinton, Ms. Kingsley, and Ms. Glenda / Value: $50 per child

314. STEAM Funday: Baby Chicks Playdate

Imagine your child holding a new baby chick, and you aren’t even at the farm! Ms. O’Grady will be hatching chicks in kindergarten STEAM this spring, and Ms. Dunn is adding a little extra art to all the STEAM chick action! The winning bidder’s child and five junior farmer friends will join this dynamic duo after school on Monday, May 15, 2023, from 3:00-4:00 p.m. to play with the fuzzy babies, eat a flavorful snack, and participate in a fun craft activity. Peep peep!

Donors: Ms. O’Grady and Ms. Dunn / Value: Priceless

315. First-Grade Teachers’ Funday: Ms. Alonso

Come join Ms. Alonso and the rest of the first-grade team of teachers for an afternoon of fun! There will be ice cream, toppings, comfy places to sit, a movie, and did we say ice cream?! The lucky student and three friends from Ms. Alonso’s class, joined by the winners from the other first-grade classes, will spend the afternoon watching a movie and making ice cream sundaes directly after school on Thursday, May 25, 2023.

Donor: Ms. Alonso / Value: Priceless

316. First-Grade Teachers’ Funday: Ms. Cardoso

Come join Ms. Cardoso and the rest of the first-grade team of teachers for an afternoon of fun! There will be ice cream, toppings, comfy places to sit, a movie, and did we say ice cream?! The lucky student and three friends from Ms. Cardoso’s class, joined by the winners from the other first-grade classes, will spend the afternoon watching a movie and making ice cream sundaes directly after school on Thursday, May 25, 2023.

Donor: Ms. Cardoso / Value: Priceless

317. First-Grade Teachers’ Funday: Ms. Geraghty

Come join Ms. Geraghty and the rest of the first-grade team of teachers for an afternoon of fun! There will be ice cream, toppings, comfy places to sit, a movie, and did we say ice cream?! The lucky student and three friends from Ms. Geraghty’s class, joined by the winners from the other first-grade classes, will spend the afternoon watching a movie and making ice cream sundaes directly after school on Thursday, May 25, 2023.

Donor: Ms. Geraghty / Value: Priceless

318. Third-Grade Teachers’ Funday

This Great Gathering is no snooze! Your child will join Ms. Campbell, Ms. Laurenzi, Mr. Quick, and Ms. Talbot for an afternoon pajama party on Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 3:30-5:30 p.m.! Skip carpool and Club E.D., change into your jams, and get cozy with a movie and popcorn – at school!

Donors: Ms. Campbell, Ms. Laurenzi, Mr. Quick, and Ms. Talbot / Value: $20 per child

319. Learning Specialists’ Funday: Harry Potter Party for Grades 1-3

All aboard the Hogwarts Express! For this student-sized shindig, your little witches and wizards will join learning specialists Ms. Jennings, Ms. Rich, and Ms. Rounsaville to practice all the spells on their Nastily Exhausting Wizarding Tests (N.E.W.T.s)! Students will enjoy Harry Potter trivia, be sorted into their Hogwarts House, bake butterbeer cupcakes, create magical sparkle jar potions, and play Quidditch – all while enjoying music from the “Harry Potter” movie soundtrack! This event will take place on Monday, May 22, 2023, from 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Donors: Ms. Jennings, Ms. Rich, and Ms. Rounsaville / Value: $20 per child

320. Grades 2-4 Funday: Nature & S’more!

Get your child outdoors before sending them to camp! The winning bidder’s child and four friends in second, third, and fourth grades will enjoy this amazing half-day adventure with Ms. Dierman, Ms. Mangiapani, Ms. Park, Ms. Smith, and Ms. Spence. This pioneering group will pair up with a second winning bidder’s child and four friends to explore Glebe Park by the Potomac River during a voyage through nature, then savor a lip-smackin’ barbecue, a safely roaring campfire, and smushy s’mores of course!

Schedule on a mutually agreeable Saturday before mid June 2023. This item will have two winning bidders, and each winner/child may bring four friends for a total of 10 people.

Donors: Ms. Dierman, Ms. Mangiapani, Ms. Park, Ms. Smith, and Ms. Spence / Value: Priceless

321. Fourth-Grade Teachers’ Funday: Honey Pig on June 3, 2023

Does your child live for flavorful food? The winning bidder’s child and three friends will join the fourth-grade teachers at Honey Pig in Annandale on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. for an exploration of popular Korean dishes like bibimbap, japche, mandu, kimchi, and tteokbokki. They’ll leave wanting more bulgogi and exclaiming, “Mashita!” because Korean cuisine is delicious!

Donors: Ms. Cook, Ms. Bozarth, and Ms. Lim / Value: Priceless

322. Fourth-Grade Teachers’ Funday: Sundaes & Swings

Your child can enjoy an early burst of summer with this playful offering! All fourth-grade students are invited to join Langley’s fourth-grade teachers, Ms. Bozarth, Ms. Cook, and Ms. Lim, for an amazing after-school playtime on the Langley playground with tasty ice cream treats on Thursday, May 25, 2023, from 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Donors: Ms. Cook, Ms. Bozarth, and Ms. Lim / Value: $20 per child

323. Fifth-Grade Teachers’ Funday: Karaoke & Ice Cream

Your little ice cream lover and nine friends will sing and dance to their favorites during this bouncy event on Monday, June 5 from 3:15-4:15 p.m.! Come join the fanciful fifth-grade teachers, Ms. Camacho, Ms. Brewster, and Ms. Collier, for a fun-filled karaoke and ice cream fantasy! Not just for fifth-graders! Limited to 10 students.

Donors: Ms. Camacho, Ms. Brewster, and Ms. Collier / Value: $25 per child

324. Learning Specialists’ Funday: Harry Potter Party for Grades 4-5

All aboard the Hogwarts Express! For this student-sized shindig, your little witches and wizards will join learning specialists Ms. Jennings, Ms. Rich, and Ms. Rounsaville to practice all the spells on their Nastily Exhausting Wizarding Tests (N.E.W.T.s)! Students will enjoy Harry Potter trivia, be sorted into their Hogwarts House, bake butterbeer cupcakes, create magical sparkle jar potions, and play Quidditch – all while enjoying music from the “Harry Potter” movie soundtrack! This event will take place on Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Donors: Ms. Jennings, Ms. Rich, and Ms. Rounsaville / Value: $20 per child

325. Ms. Brennan-Marquez & Dr. Tauber Funday: Ice Cream & Outdoor Games

The winning bidder’s child and up to seven friends will thank you for this experience! Lower School Counselor Ms. Brennan-Marquez and Math Specialist Dr. Tauber will host the group for ice cream at a local shop, then lead outdoor games to exert energy healthfully! Parents may drop off or stay and partake in the fun. Open to students in grades 2-6 on an agreed-upon Friday, Saturday, or Sunday afternoon at an agreed-upon Northern Virginia location.

Donors: Ms. Brennan-Marquez and Dr. Tauber / Value: Priceless

326. Middle School Math Teachers’ Funday: Fractional Baking

Fractions are always fun when there’s food involved! The winning bidder’s child and four friends or siblings will join Middle School math teachers Ms. Musgrove and Ms. Renaud at the Musgrove home on a mutually agreed-upon date to learn why math is important in the real world with this useful baking funday! Your child will tame even the fanciest treat recipe by halving, doubling, or even tripling it!

Donors: Ms. Musgrove and Ms. Renaud / Value: Priceless

327. Middle School: No Homework & Movie Night

Did you say NO HOMEWORK? One Middle School student will be the hero of their grade! Your sixth-, seventh-, or eighth-grader will give their entire grade a chance to revel in an evening after school where their homework will be replaced by a movie night! For one evening only, theater snacks and treats are in, and homework is out, for the winner’s child and their grade. Don’t miss out on this prize of a lifetime! Middle School students only. Must be redeemed by the end of the 2022-2023 school year.

Donor: The Langley School Middle School / Value: Priceless

328. Mr. Green: Lunch with Kindergartners

Join Mr. Green, our director of campus operations, for lunch on campus. Two winning bidders’ kindergartners and four friends each will participate in a mutually scheduled lunch. Don’t miss your chance to know the mystery behind the man – from overseeing carpool and examining the buses, to meeting the bus drivers and doing building walkthroughs, your child will learn what it’s like to manage everything campus-related. Experience to take place on a mutually agreeable school day in the 2022-2023 or 2023-2024 academic year.

Donor: Dwayne Green / Value: Priceless

329. Mr. Green: Lunch with First-Graders

Join Mr. Green, our director of campus operations, for lunch on campus. Two winning bidders’ first-graders and four friends each will participate in a mutually scheduled lunch. Don’t miss your chance to know the mystery behind the man – from overseeing carpool and examining the buses, to meeting the bus drivers and doing building walkthroughs, your child will learn what it’s like to manage everything campus related. Experience to take place on a mutually agreeable school day during the 2022-2023 or 2023-2024 academic year.

Donor: Dwayne Green / Value: Priceless

330. Mr. Green: Lunch with Second-Graders

Join Mr. Green, our director of campus operations, for lunch on campus. Two winning bidders’ second-graders and four friends each will participate in a mutually scheduled lunch. Don’t miss your chance to know the mystery behind the man – from overseeing carpool and examining the buses, to meeting the bus drivers and doing building walkthroughs, your child will learn what it’s like to manage everything campus related. Experience to take place on a mutually agreeable school day during the 2022-2023 or 2023-2024 academic year.

Donor: Dwayne Green / Value: Priceless

331. Mr. Green: Lunch with Third-Graders

Join Mr. Green, our director of campus operations, for lunch on campus. Two winning bidders’ third-graders and four friends each will participate in a mutually scheduled lunch. Don’t miss your chance to know the mystery behind the man – from overseeing carpool and examining the buses, to meeting the bus drivers and doing building walkthroughs, your child will learn what it’s like to manage everything campus related. Experience to take place on a mutually agreeable school day during the 2022-2023 or 2023-2024 academic year.

Donor: Dwayne Green / Value: Priceless

332. Mr. Green: Lunch with Fourth-Graders

Join Mr. Green, our director of campus operations, for lunch on campus. Two winning bidders’ fourth-graders and four friends each will participate in a mutually scheduled lunch. Don’t miss your chance to know the mystery behind the man – from overseeing carpool and examining the buses, to meeting the bus drivers and doing building walkthroughs, your child will learn what it’s like to manage everything campus related. Experience to take place on a mutually agreeable school day during the 2022-2023 or 2023-2024 academic year.

Donor: Dwayne Green / Value: Priceless

333. Mr. Green: Lunch with Fifth-Graders

Join Mr. Green, our director of campus operations, for lunch on campus. Two winning bidders’ fifth-graders and four friends each will participate in a mutually scheduled lunch. Don’t miss your chance to know the mystery behind the man – from overseeing carpool and examining the buses, to meeting the bus drivers and doing building walkthroughs, your child will learn what it’s like to manage everything campus related. Experience to take place on a mutually agreeable school day during the 2022-2023 or 2023-2024 academic year.

Donor: Dwayne Green / Value: Priceless

334. Patty Dokken: Framed Pet Watercolor Painting

Ms. Dokken, physical education teacher, will memorialize the winning bidder’s prized pet purrrfectly in a framed watercolor, size 4”x4” through 9”x11”, from your favorite pet photograph.

Donor: Patty Dokken / Value: Priceless

335-338. Langley Facilities Department: Half Cord of Seasoned Firewood

Don’t go looking for great firewood this winter and end up burning fresh pine! Langley’s Facilities Department will deliver and stack at your home one half cord of seasoned firewood from oak, cherry, and maple trees. Cozy nights by a roaring blaze await! Delivery date will be in November or December 2023.

Donors: The Langley School Facilities Department / Value: $250

TRAVEL & GETAWAYS

This is only a small sampling of items up for bid in our Travel & Getaways category. Visit the online auction at https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse to browse the full list of offerings.

1101. North End, Boston: One-Bedroom Condo for Four Nights

The winning bidder will enjoy a four-night stay in the North End. Boston’s Little Italy, located steps from Boston Harbor and Faneuil Hall, is known for its old-world feel, with dozens of Italian restaurants, cafés, and markets. It really is the center of the Italian-American community in Boston, and visitors love to spend the day exploring its narrow streets and alleys, looking for the best pasta, gelato, or cannoli or visiting the Paul Revere House and the Old North Church where the famous “one if by land, two if by sea” lanterns were hung at the start of the Revolutionary War. Your one-bedroom, one-bath condominium is on Prince Street, just one block from Boston’s famous Hanover Street, the culinary heart of the North End. The 900-square-foot condominium has a king-sized bed and two queen-sized sleep sofas – room for the whole family! Stay in the spring and walk down to the Charles River to watch the sailboats; take your children to visit all the amazing colleges and universities that Boston and Cambridge have to offer; escape the DC heat in the summer and spend time strolling through Boston’s Back Bay and riding in the storied swan boats in the Public Garden; in the fall, experience the amazing fall foliage of New England; and if you’re looking for snow in the winter, look no further. Date of stay to be mutually agreed upon with donor. Includes parking for one car. Langley families only.

Donors: Andy Leblanc and Kara McCabe / Value: $2,000

1102. Four Seasons Georgetown: Luxury Staycation

The winner of this opulent package will enjoy a sampling of the best that the Four Seasons Georgetown has to offer! Enjoy an indulgent one-night stay in a deluxe king room, then start the following morning off right with a sumptuous breakfast for you and a guest at Seasons. Your prim party of four will live a proper day when you experience an elegant formal afternoon tea service with a modern twist.

Donor: Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC / Value: $1,503

Browse More Items Online! This catalog only features a few of the hundreds of amazing items and experiences available in Langley’s online auction. Visit https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/ package-browse to view the complete list of offerings!

1103. Verandah Resort & Spa Antigua: Three Rooms for Seven to Nine Nights

The Verandah Resort & Spa is an award-winning, eco-friendly Caribbean beachfront resort with two spectacular white sand beaches, five pools, nature trails to historic Devil’s Bridge, five restaurants, fitness center, non-motorized water and land sports, kids’ club, mini golf, mini cinema, and the world-class Tranquility Body & Soul Spa. It’s perfect for those seeking a romantic hideaway, family time to play, or the opportunity to explore a new destination. The suddenly popular winning bidder will gain three rooms for seven to nine nights of double occupancy accommodations. Perfect for multi-family and multi-generational vacations!

All reservations are subject to a required supplement of $145 per person, per night which provides all dining, including afternoon tea and snacks, unlimited beverages including alcohol, resort facilities, and activities. Government tax/service is additional. Airfare is not included. Additional peak-season surcharge of $75 per person, per night applies December 21-January 3 and February 1-24. This item expires on December 20, 2025.

Donor: Elite Island Resorts / Value: $2,700

1104. Salamander Resort & Spa: $3,500 Gift Certificate

Escape to Middleburg, VA, with this spectacular $3,500 gift card to one of the region’s only five-star destination resorts, Salamander Resort & Spa. Enjoy a couple’s weekend away or make it a fun family week – you can use your gift card throughout the resort as you choose! Salamander has various outdoor activities for the whole family to enjoy, including horseback riding and ziplining, or indulge in a couple’s massage and relaxing afternoon by their heated outdoor pool. Whatever you decide, this getaway will surely clear your mind and lighten your spirit! The $3,500 gift card can be used toward any room type, spa, or dining service.

Donors: The Langley School Grade 1 Families / Value: $3,500

1105. Deep Creek Lake: One Week in a Four-Bedroom Cabin

Treat yourself and up to nine guests with one week at Winterview, a comfortable, cozy chalet-style cabin in the woods within walking distance and with winter views of Deep Creek Lake, MD, and near the four-season resort, Wisp. The home has four bedrooms and two baths, a small loft with sleeper sofa, beautiful fireplace, large lawn, deck, fire pit, and hot tub! See more at this home’s official website, https://www.deepcreek.com/vacation-rentals/winter-view. Date of stay to be mutually agreed upon with donor.

Donors: Elizabeth Crocker and Brian Greenberg / Value: $1,300

FUN FOR THE FAMILY

This is only a small sampling of items up for bid in our Fun for the Family category. Visit the online auction at https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse to browse the full list of offerings.

401. Hidden Creek Farm: Two-Night Glamping Experience

Endless memories await you in this two-night experience for two adults and three children. You will stay at the Inglewood Cabin, a beautifully restored 18th century cabin with all modern amenities at Hidden Creek Farm, a regenerative organic and humane-certified farm in Delaplane, VA – only 50 miles from DC! Explore miles of trails through pastures and woodlands, get up close and personal with the livestock and gardens, take a dip in the pool, cast a line in the fishing pond, and enjoy a custom tour and campfire dinner with the farmers. Find out more about Hidden Creek Farm and the Inglewood Cabin at www.hiddencreekfarmllc.com.

Winning bidder must contact donor to select date of stay. This property does book up very quickly on Airbnb. There are no restrictions as to season or dates if cabin and owners are available. Pool is available from early summer to late fall and is located approximately a seven-minute walk from cabin. Expires May 13, 2024.

Donor: Andrea Young / Value: $2,000

402. Summer Family Fun Basket

Stop hunting Amazon for summer trip goodies – the sixth-grade families have done the work for you! With games aplenty including Waterproof Uno, Spikeball, and even a Langley cornhole set, there’s fun to be had for the whole family. Then kick back in your new folding chairs and shade tent, pop open the Hydroflask bag filled with beer and other refreshments, and laugh yourselves silly sharing Mad Libs.

Complete contents include: blue bucket, paddle ball, Waterproof Uno, six beach towels, Spikeball, large Connect4, two small foldable camping chairs, Bogg Bag with insert, two Goodr Glasses, Langley customized cornhole, shade tent, Hydroflask bag filled with adult and child beverages, vacation Mad Libs, Would You Rather book for kids (summer edition), and a summer recipe book for kids.

Donors: The Langley School Grade 6 Families / Value: $1,200

403. NOVA Day Trips: Family Package

This eclectic family package will show off NOVA’s wilder side – the one you won’t see stuck in Beltway traffic! Enjoy a curated selection of passes, discounts, and events that include:

• Flying Circus Airshow: Four entry tickets for either an open cockpit biplane single passenger aerobatic ride or a double passenger standard ride for two

• Great Country Farms: Fan of the Farm season pass 2023 (unlimited farm play area visits, wagon rides, cow pie putt-putt, visits to the u-pick fields, and 25% off u-pick produce and the farm market)

• Bluemont Vineyard, Henway Hard Cider, and Dirt Farm Brewing: 10% off in-person craft beverage purchases

• Bluemont Vineyard Festival: $200 gift certificate and Vista Wine Club Lounge priority seating and farm play area (jumping pillows, cow pie putt-putt, slides, mazes, swings, catch-and-release ponds, daily wagon rides, and visits with the animals)

• Leesburg Animal Park: Two adult and two child VIP tickets (admission, feed cup, and pony ride)

• U-pick Alerts: So you’re always ready to pick what’s ripe

Donors: The Langley School Preschool Families / Value: $900

404. Camp Highroad: Horseback Riding & Ziplining for Four

Take a short drive out to Middleburg, VA, to take on the popular outdoor adventure offerings at Camp Highroad! With year-round horseback riding and ziplining, this 620acre escape is tailor-made for a family day trip. This package includes a two-hour session of horseback riding and a one-hour session of ziplining for four. Expires December 31, 2023. Age restrictions may apply for these activities.

Donor: Camp Highroad / Value: $375

405. Calleva Farm & Zipline: $150 Toward a Farm Fresh Family Feast

Celebrate summer with a family night out at Calleva Farm in Dickerson, MD. Families can select from a variety of farm-grown ingredients on their pizzas, salads, and sides, while the adults enjoy a selection of locally sourced adult beverages. The Calleva zipline will be open, and families are welcome to explore the farm and tour the garden. Reservations are required and seating is limited.

Donor: Calleva, Inc. / Value: $150

EATS, EXPERIENCES, & ENTERTAINMENT

This is only a small sampling of items up for bid in our Eats, Experiences, & Entertainment category. Visit the online auction at https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse to browse the full list of offerings.

501. Taste of Michelin DC: $3,500 of Gift Cards for Five Restaurants

This Michelin dining extravaganza is five stars! The winning bidder with impeccable taste will receive the crème de la crème of DC gastronomy. This package includes:

• IMPERFECTO by Enrique Limardo ($1,200): Imperfecto’s Dégustation Experience at Communal Chef Table includes a 10+-course tasting menu through which you will travel through South America and into the Mediterranean. Includes dinner for two, wine pairing, tax, and gratuity.

• Albi ($650): Journey through Levantine cooking with a 2.5hour dining experience. Enjoy Chef Michael Rafidi’s multi-course, semi-improvisational Sofra menu from the intimate Hearth Table inside their kitchen. Includes dinner for two with wine pairing, tax, and gratuity.

• Gravitas ($600): Indulge in this five-course chef’s tasting menu. Includes dinner for two, cocktails, tax, and gratuity.

• Cranes DC ($600): Enjoy a 10-course omakase menu. Includes dinner for two, beverage pairing, tax, and gratuity. The winner will also have the opportunity for a special meet and greet and photo with Chef Pepe Moncayo, the mastermind of Cranes.

• Dabney ($450): This six-course tasting menu is served in the dining room. Includes dinner for two, beverages, tax, and gratuity.

Donors: The Langley School Grade 2 Families / Value: $3,500

502. Estuary: Chef’s Table Dinner for 10

Relish a royal repast at Estuary, a DC restaurant where modern luxury meets five-star local cuisine. Sourcing ingredients from up and down the Chesapeake, Estuary’s chefs offer a reimagined approach to the distinctive flavors of the region. Your party of 10 will dine at the Chef’s Table while watching your meals prepared professionally before your eyes. Perfectly paired drinks from the mixologist will carry you delightfully from course to course. You bring the perfect companions and Estuary will take care of the rest.

Donors: Andy Leblanc and Kara McCabe / Value: $4,000

503. Host with the Most: Plan the Perfect Party with Toastworthy, Windows Catering, Dolci Gelati, & Karin’s Florist

You love putting on a good party! This tasty and beautiful package will make your next fête fabulous and effortless with the following delicacies and accoutrements:

• Toastworthy: $250 gift certificate

• Windows Catering: Dinner for 10 valued at $500

• Dolci Gelati: Self-service gelato box valued at $330

• Karin’s Florist: $75 gift certificate

Toastworthy gift certificate expires on December 23, 2023, and all dates are subject to availability. Windows Catering dinner is for food only, is not valid in December, expires May 13, 2024, and may be applied to a larger event. Dolci Gelati gelato box must be ordered a minimum of two weeks in advance and delivery is not included. Karin’s Florist gift certificate expires May 13, 2024.

Donors: Dolci Gelati, Karin’s Florist, Toastworthy, and Windows Catering / Value: $1,155

504. Ultimate VA Wine Experience

Toast an afternoon with friends at Barrel Oak Winery in Delaplane! Barrel Oak has been voted one of the best wineries in Virginia for nearly a decade. This offering includes a deluxe tasting package of awardwinning local wines for up to eight guests and a $40 Barrel Oak Winery gift certificate to bring your favorites home. And Atlantic Transportation will be your designated wine tour driver with five hours in their 12-seat Vanterra.

Reservations are required. No outside food is permitted on Barrel Oak Winery property; food options will be available from the winery or its food vendors. Atlantic Transportation is not valid in May and June, is subject to availability, and expires March 31, 2024.

Donors: Atlantic Transportation Services and Barrel Oak Winery / Value: $979

505. Spilled Milk Catering: Dinner for 10

Anyone can cook, but not everyone can make food fun! Spilled Milk Catering will blend their creativity and love of international food to make a fresh, eclectic menu that you’ll be delighted to share with your nine guests. To make it a particularly memorable occasion, Spilled Milk Catering provides a full-service retinue: staffing, event planning, rentals, florals, lighting, entertainment, and more! Weeknights only; alcohol not included.

Donor: Spilled Milk Catering / Value: $3,000

This is only a small sampling of items up for bid in our Sports category. Visit the online auction at https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse to browse the full list of offerings.

601. Washington Capitals: Two Tickets & One Zamboni Ride

C-A-P-S! Caps, Caps, Caps! The winning bidder will receive two prime seating tickets to a 2023-2024 Washington Capitals home game. To top it off, one lucky member of your group will get an experience of a lifetime with an intermission ride on the Zamboni where they can wave to the crowd from the best seat in the house! Unleash the fury! Date to be determined mutually upon release of schedule in July. Must be at least six years old to ride Zamboni (no exceptions).

Donor: The Marin Family / Value: Priceless

602. Washington Nationals: Base Hit Package

Hot dog! The winner of this exclusive Washington Nationals base hit package experience will receive four baseline box tickets to a 2023 Washington Nationals home game on a mutually agreed-upon date. If those hot seats weren’t enough, start your VIP day out right with your nearby garage parking pass for one vehicle. Come early to watch Nationals batting practice with your four on-field passes. This VIP baseball adventure is for true Nats worshippers! No opening day, diamond, marquee, prime, or postseason games.

Donor: Washington Nationals Baseball Club / Value: $2,000

603. Tom Wilson: Collector’s Hockey Stick

Own a piece of the action with this genuine collector’s game-used hockey stick signed by Tom Wilson of the Washington Capitals. The perfect keepsake for the ultimate Caps fan!

Donors: The Marin Family / Value: $500

604. DC United: Four Club-Level Tickets with Signature Lounge

Enjoy an exclusive opportunity for you and three guests to be a part of the DC United pitch. Tear yourself away from your Audi Field seats to people-watch from the Signature Lounge balcony overlooking the fan plaza. Sample (or devour!) the best in all-inclusive food and beverage curated by Michelin-starred chef José Andrés and Levy. Tickets valid for the 2023 season on a mutually agreeable date.

Donors: Hugh Owen and Jessica Reinauer / Value: $800

605. Washington Spirit: Two Tickets

In February 2021, Chelsea Clinton, Jenna Bush Hager, Dominique Dawes, and Brianna Scurry became new investors in DC’s professional women’s soccer team, the Washington Spirit. Come see what all the excitement is about with these two prime tickets to a mutually agreed-upon 2023 home game, where you can see the youngest-ever NWSL-signed player. Maybe your 15-year-old will be next!

Donor: Susan Miller / Value: $120

HEALTH, WELLNESS, & BEAUTY

This is only a small sampling of items up for bid in our Health, Wellness, & Beauty category. Visit the online auction at https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse to browse the full list of offerings.

701. CorePower Merrifield: Yoga with 30 Friends

Grab a group of friends who love fitness and get ready for a fun and challenging yoga class at CorePower, artfully combining cardio and strength to boost metabolism and build lean muscle. The winning bidder and up to 30 friends will sweat and stretch in the yoga format of their choice: CorePower I, CorePower II, Yoga Sculpt, or CorePower HIIT Strength X.

Donor: Anne Schuyler / Value: $1,000

702. Hayfield Dental Care & Kingstowne Orthodontics: $6,000 Gift Certificate

Whether you schedule your dental visits every six months or haven’t been in 20 years, this package is for you! The winning bidder will receive an incredible $6,000 credit – with no expiration – to cover any dental or orthodontic services, including copays, at Hayfield Dental Care and Kingstowne Orthodontics in Alexandria. Any family members may use the credit. The credit has no cash value and cannot be redeemed for cash.

Donors: Chuck Brown and Hayfield Dental Care / Value: $6,000

703. Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute: $2,500 Toward Non-Surgical Rejuvenation

Tired of looking tired? Want to give your skin a boost? The highest bidder will receive $2,500 to spend on any non-surgical treatment (such as Botox, fillers, lasers, skin care services, non-surgical body contouring, or fat reduction, including the new Coolsculpt Elite and Morpheus8) at the Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute. Langley parent Dr. George Bitar directs the institute and is a multi-award-winning and highly acclaimed board-certified plastic surgeon. Treatments are delivered in stateof-the-art, beautiful, and comfortable facilities in Merrifield. Let Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute bring out the best in you!

Patient must be deemed a medically appropriate candidate for the procedure. This certificate cannot be used toward surgery and must be used by May 13, 2024. Certificate must be used in three visits or less.

Donors: Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute, George and Rima Bitar / Value: $2,500

704. Naven Radovic: Celebrity Cut, Treatment, & Style

Glam up with celebrity stylist Neven Radovic, recognized by Vogue magazine as one of the top seven hairstylists in the United States and hairstylist of choice for high-profile fashion events and Hollywood and DC VIPs. Neven will count you among his clientele, including royalty, politicians, Molly Simms, Mandy Moore, Debra Messing, Cynthia Nixon, Jennifer Garner, Claire Danes, and Lynda Carter! Neven will tame your mane with a head-turning style that falls flawlessly and moves beautifully.

Donor: Neven Radovic / Value: $350

Browse More Items Online! This catalog only features a few of the hundreds of amazing items and experiences available in Langley’s online auction. Visit https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/ package-browse to view the complete list of offerings!

705. Pike Smiles: $1,500 Toward Adult Invisalign

Not all teeth were created equally. Now that you’re an adult, you don’t want classic braces, even if you do get to change the colors on your bands. Instead, you’ll start your teeth correction off right with $1,500 toward Invisalign clear aligners, the alternative teeth straightening treatment, at Pike Smiles in Falls Church. Expires May 14, 2024.

Donor: Pike Smiles / Value: $1,500

CHILDREN

This is only a small sampling of items up for bid in our Children category. Visit the online auction at https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse to browse the full list of offerings.

801. Dr. Micki Armour: Veterinarian for a Day

The winning bidder’s resident zoophile and two guest animal-lovers will shadow Langley parent Dr. Micki Armour, prized veterinarian and specialist. Get an exclusive inside tour of her clinic, Armour Veterinary Ophthalmology, located within the Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington, DC, and learn how to complete a physical exam. By the end of this career adventure, expect your ailurophiles and cynophiles to try their new skills on more than just their stuffie cats and dogs! Open to kids nine years and older. Expires May 2024.

Donor: Armour Veterinary Ophthalmology / Value: $300

802. Golden Boot Soccer: Four Private Training Sessions

Your little soccer-tuff could use some one-on-one attention. Actualize your player’s potential with Golden Boot Soccer! These four, one-hour private training sessions will enrich your child’s experience executing the four pillars of soccer: technical, tactical, physical, and cognitive. Expires August 30, 2023.

Donor: Golden Boot Soccer / Value: $400

803. National Geographic Base Camp Experience

Calling explorers of all ages! The lucky bidder will get an exclusive visit to the reimagined National Geographic Base Camp in Washington, DC. This two-hour experience includes a tour of the Exploration Technology Lab and the opportunity to meet a National Geographic explorer! Since 1888, explorers have returned from expeditions around the world and brought back their findings to Base Camp to share their experiences and stories with each other and the public. Includes up to 20 students in grades 4-8 and four adult chaperones. Visit must take place on a weekday.

Donor: National Geographic Society / Value: Priceless

804. ARTMELLOW Art Studio: Birthday Party for 10

Celebrate a birthday or a special day with ARTMELLOW Art Studio! For a full two hours, your group will have full use of the studio and all its materials. Host a canvas painting party or try your hand at terra cotta, among other offerings! Perfect for ages five through adult, your party for 10 celebrants can be fully customized with the creative help of the truly professional ARTMELLOW staff who all have master’s degrees in art! Cake, food, drinks, and decorations not included. Expires May 13, 2024.

Donor: ARTMELLOW Art Studio / Value: $550

805. NFL Command Force Dancer: Private Lesson for 20

Kick it up a notch with an exclusive one-hour dance lesson for up to 20 participants with Jessie of the NFL’s Washington Command Force! As a co-captain and third-year Command Force veteran, Jessie will fill the session with fun, energy, and hip-hop, pom, and jazz techniques. Lesson will be held at the Dance Academy of Virginia in McLean. Class size cannot exceed 20 students. Date and time will be mutually agreed upon by both parties.

Donor: Jessie Cobb / Value: Priceless

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

This is only a small sampling of items up for bid in our Something for Everyone category. Visit the online auction at https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse to browse the full list of offerings.

901. McLean Landscapes: Tree & Installation

McLean Landscapes is a leading landscaping contractor offering commercial and residential services across Great Falls, McLean, Falls Church, and beyond. Owner Brad McLean and his team have worked on several tree installation projects at The Langley School. The winner will receive a tree sized at 2.5”-3” caliper or 8’-10’ tall along with its installation. And it’s your choice of tree, evergreen or deciduous. Possibilities include cherry, dogwood, locust, redbud, crepe myrtle, holly, magnolia, and arborvitae. Expires May 13, 2024. The tree will be planted in spring or fall and will have a one-year warranty. Installation will be provided, but limited to a 30-mile radius around Falls Church, VA.

Donor: McLean Landscapes / Value: $1,000

902. Dog Lover

Spoil your best friend with this package that includes:

• Pet Whisperer of NOVA – Two Weeks of Dog Boarding ($800): The Pet Whisperer of NOVA knows that your poochini is as unique as you are! The winning bidder will receive two weeks of dog boarding with Langley parent and pet whisperer Michelle Kline in Vienna. Use your weeks all at once or split them up – the choice is yours!

• In Style Pet Grooming – Full Service ($100): Treat your furry, fourlegged friend to a spa day with In Style Pet Grooming in Arlington. Fluffy’s head-to-paw grooming includes a full bath, trim, nail clipping, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression, as needed. Your pup will come home looking and feeling so fresh!

• Vienna Pet Spaw – Gift Certificate ($50)

Donors: In Style Pet Grooming, Michelle Kline, and Vienna Pet Spaw / Value: $950

903. Liljenquist & Beckstead Jewelers: Sydney Evan “Mom” Necklace

A perfect gift for Mother’s Day! Honor your mom or treat yourself to this Sydney Evan fine 14k yellow gold 16” ball chain necklace with “mom” announced on a pave diamond-script charm (.15ctw H/SI).

Donor: Liljenquist & Beckstead / Value: $1,060

904. Robert Aveau Photography: Family Portrait Session

Capture the best of your family – the joy, growth, and beauty – with a 45-minute family portrait session with Robert Aveau. Robert has over 15 years of experience specializing in fine art photography using a mixture of film and digital formats. Let him tell your family’s story through pictures that will be cherished for a lifetime. In addition to the 45-minute session in Washington, DC, the winner will receive 25 final images and an online gallery. Expires May 13, 2024. Scheduling based on photographer’s availability.

Donor: Robert Aveau Photography / Value: $960

905. Veronica Beard: $500 Gift Certificate & Private Shopping Party

You’re sophisticated, you care about the world, and you know that life is all about the details, so this package is for you! Win a $500 in-store gift certificate for you and a private shopping party for your friends at Veronica Beard Georgetown, where everyone will enjoy 10% off their purchases. For this unique offering, you’ll actually give to Langley twice since VB will also donate 10% of event proceeds to The Langley School. Expires December 1, 2023.

Donor: Veronica Beard / Value: $500

ONE OF A KIND

This is only a small sampling of items up for bid in our One of a Kind category. Visit the online auction at https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse to browse the full list of offerings.

1001. Uisge Beath: Aqua Vitae, Water of Life

Prepare to enjoy a taste of history and the Water of Life from some of Scotland’s finest distilleries. This curated basket of incredible scotches will be sure to please the most discerning connoisseur! This collection includes 10 bottles from Scotland’s finest distilleries, including Aberlour, Cragganmore, Glendronach, Glenfarclas, Glenlivet, Glenmorangie, Lagavulin, Oban, and Talisker, as well as a special Bunnahabhain 32-year-old single malt. Aged to perfection, this Bunnahabhain scotch whisky is one of only 228 bottles produced from a single ex-bourbon hogshead of Bunnahabhain single malt scotch whisky. This is the ultimate collection for any whisky fanatic!

• Aberlour 16 Year Whiskey

• Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old: Director’s Special

• Cragganmore Distillers Edition 08 Special Release

• Glendronach 15 Year Old Revival Single Malt Whiskey

• Glenfarclas 25 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey

• Glenlivet 21 Year Archive Whiskey

• Glenmorangie Signet Single Malt Whiskey

• Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerrman Edition: Charred Cask

• Oban Distillers Edition: Distilled 2007 / Bottled in 2021

• Talisker 18 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey

Donor: The Langley School Grade 7 Families / Value: $2,700

1002. Commemorative Art Package: $50 Gift Certificate & Hand-Painted Veuve Clicquot “Cuvee Langley”

Host the ultimate toast to Langley’s 80th anniversary! The winning bidder will gain this one-of-a-kind, hand-painted magnum of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label champagne, designed and hand-crafted by Jennifer Burby at Ocean Luxe. But wait, there’s more! Since you always need unique gifts for special occasions, you’ll also receive a $50 gift certificate toward a hand-painted or hand-decoupaged work of your own commissioning. Gift card expires December 31, 2023. Donation made jointly with Ocean Luxe by Jennifer Burby.

Donor: Michael and Amanda McQuigg / Value: $450

Browse More Items Online! This catalog only features a few of the hundreds of amazing items and experiences available in Langley’s online auction. Visit https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/ package-browse to view the complete list of offerings!

1003. “Dancing with the Stars:” Two VIP Tickets

Do you know your samba from your tango? Your foxtrot from your quick-step? Then you’ll be star-struck when you witness the newest crop of celebrities perform their paso doble and vie for the coveted Mirror Ball Trophy live in Hollywood, CA. Don’t pass up this exclusive opportunity to win two VIP tickets to a taping of the next season of “Dancing with the Stars,” the multi-season hit celebrity dance competition! Valid as long as live audience is allowed and COVID-19 restrictions do not change. Tickets are not transferable and may not be resold. Must be 14 or older to attend taping. Fall season tapes from the end of September to just before Thanksgiving. Day of the week to be determined.

Donor: BBC / Value: Priceless

1004. Ferrari 488 GTB: Racing & Riding

If the most exhilarating day ever had a soundtrack, it would be an engine purring. Now is your chance to race a Ferrari 488 GTB, one of the most popular supercars in existence! Drive three heart-pumping laps around a challenging and exciting road course. To continue your adrenaline rush, you will ride along in a Dodge Charger Hellcat Widebody with a professional driver, who will take you for three laps of high-speed, full-throttle racing. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Not recommended for participants exceeding 6’3.” Participants cannot exceed 350 pounds. One driver per car.

Donors: RJ and Heidi Narang / Value: $557

1005. Washington Ballet’s “The Nutcracker:” Four Tickets & Walk-On Role

Four seats at the Warner Theatre are yours for one night of glorious music and dance at The Washington Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” in December 2023. The best part is that you or another member of your party will be immortalized as part of the show in a oncein-a-lifetime walk-on role during the Act 1 party scene. Replete with swirling snowflakes, cherry blossoms, and historical characters, the show will transport you back to the time of George Washington, who appears as the heroic Nutcracker. This is a holiday must-do! Come see for yourself why critics and soldout crowds rave about this show and get to be part of the action! If walk-on participant is a child, they must be at least five years old. Valid for 2023 Nutcracker performance only.

Donor: The Washington Ballet / Value: $1,000

GALA Supporters

Family & Friend Donors

The Langley School gratefully acknowledges the gifts of time, talent, and contributions from these individual supporters of the 80th Anniversary Gala:

Andrew and Amanda Agetstein

Christian and Lauren Aiello

Sultan Al Suwaidi and Sara Al Qattan

Andrew and Natalie Alonso

Jeremy and Devon Anderson

Christopher and AJ Andreas

Erwin and Cherie Andres

Phillip and Micki Armour

Francisco Javier Arze del Granado and Nadia Habal

Dayne and Myhoa Baird

Todd and Lauren Barber

Nicolas and Sarah Beck

Brian Benczkoski and Kristi Remington

Will Berkheiser and Dawn Washkewicz

Keith and Alma Bertolino

Akhilesh Bhushan and Radina Soebiyanto

John and Melanie Bielski

George and Rima Bitar

Mike and Christin Blyumin

Karina Bond

Michael and Joanna Bopp

Dahna Bozarth

Terese Brennan-Marquez

Hallyn Brewster

Nathan and Connie Briggs

Jonathan and Nicole Brightbill

Charles and Rachael Brown

Kurt Buechle and Caroline Cook

Carter and Alison Burwell

Michael and Carey Busen

Troy Byrne

Jezerae Camacho

Natalie Campbell

Maddy Cardoso

Matthew Carnahan and Aimee Danielson

Michael Castellano and Mina Simhai

Raj Chand and Monisha Kapila

Valnita Chavis-Brown

Vikas Chawla and Noelle Mendez-Villamil

Eric and Lauren Chewning

Michael and Narie Choi

Michele Claeys

Jessie Cobb

Jonathan Cohn and Rachel Brand

Barbara Collier

Wesley and Christina Crawley

Kevin and Stacy Cunningham

Daniel and Ritu Cuttica

Jess Damuck

Tunc and Ceren Dayioglu

William Decker and Jennifer Short

Josh and Julie DeFrain

Glenda De Hoyos

Amar and Alka Dhillon

Rachel Dierman

Daniel and Kathleen Diller

Frank and Ariana DiMeo

Patricia Dokken

John and Noelle Dubiansky

Graham and Paige Dunn

Karen Duvall

Emily Dzubak

Alan Eisenberg and Shalla Ross

Charlie and Megan Englehart

Erkan and Esra Erdem

John and Allison Evans

Hisham Faour and Zeina Habal

Andrew and Jillian Fitzpatrick

Russ Frey and I-Min Chao

Qiang and Yuan Fu

Aaron and Leah Fuchs

Edward and Tyler Gamaitoni

Scott Gant and Esther Lederman

Edwin Garcia

Emily Geraghty

Craig and Karen Gibian

Bradley and Hilary Gillen

John and Amy Gilliland

Sharad and Seema Goyal

Grade 4 Girl Scouts, Troop 50028

Dwayne Green

Jeff Green

Brian Greenberg and Elizabeth Crocker

Nicholas and Victoria Gregorios

Ian and Andrea Harper

Matt Harsha-Strong and Natalie Flor

Tarek and Sarah Helou

Jaime Hernandez

Matt and Sara Hernandez

Mark and Catherine Heslep

Rebecca Hinton

Braden and Brandi Holtby

Michael and Yaz Homemeyer

Maxwell and Erin Hsu

Joseph and Alysa Hutnik

Zafar Iqbal and Shireen Zaman

Shankar and Ruchi Jalla

Martin and Samantha Jameson

Kathleen Jennings

Bian Jiang and Shuangshuang Liao

Karim Kaissi and Rola Fakhouri

Neil Kansari and Avantika Chakravorty

Mark and Lindsey Keatley

John and Sara Kelly

Kay Kendall

Andrew and Lauren Kerr

Atta and Leah Kiarash

Ellen Kiely

Robert and Lindsey Kimmitt

Alexandra Kinglsey

Michelle Kline

Eric Knaus

Reed Kowit and Liz Lawson

Timothy and Nicole Kraus

Seth and Kimberly Kreger

Joseph Kresse and Andrea Weinstein

Chris and Caroline Krueger

Scott and Ashley LaGanga

Jackie Laurenzi

Andrew and Amanda Lawrence

Joel and Mary Ann Lawson

Andy Leblanc and Kara McCabe

Michael and Natascha Ledford

David and Caitlin Levanson

Jason Licht and Kathryne Love

Joseph Lisee and Elizabeth Brokaw

Scott and Denise Lisman

Lu Li and Di Ma

Jesse and Grace Liu

Yi Liu and Ziyan Ma

Joao and Stefanie Lourenco

Peter and Christina Luedeke

Annie Lyon

Eric and Jill Lyttle

Ganesh and Sushama Maddipati

PG and Sara Magner

Shaun and Kate Mahaffy

Sheila Malcolm

Victoria Mangiapani

Lenore Mannino

David and Rachel Marin

Arsenio Martinez-Simon and Viviana Baquero Prada

Judith Martinez

James McDowell

Andy and Devon McEnroe

Devon McFadden and Ronya Corey

Michael and Amanda McQuigg

Chris and Diana Merida

Brett and Ally Meringoff

Alistair and Allie Miller

Preston and Morgan Miller

Susan Miller

John Mitnick and Hadley Mitnick ‘26

Tristan and Caroline Morales

Santos Andres Moreno

Jackson Morrill

Bill and Nicole Musgrove

Aric Mutchnick and Caryn Barnet

RJ and Heidi Narang

Brett and Andie Nelson

Jonathan Nguyen-Phuong and Jane Kim

Casey and Caroline Nolan

Emily O’Grady

Chris and Michelle Olson

Hugh Owen and Jessica Reinauer

Chang and Diana Paik

Gonzalo Palacio and Aly Brokenshire

Keyur and Amanda Parikh

Phil and Pamela Park

Susan Park

James Parrott and Hallyn Brewster

Kaveh Parvaresh and Hanieh Khorshidi

Nirav and Alexis Patel

Utpal Patel and Vaishali Udupa

Bradley and Eleanor Patout

Miguel Payan and Brooke Weddle

John and Krupa Playforth

Joseph Poellnitz and Katherine Schroder

Greg and Courtney Portner

Steven and Emily Pyser

Daryl and Rosemary Quan

Clinton Quick

Lara and Kristin Ramsey

Taylor Marie Renaud

Melissa Rich

Van and Erin Richardson

Thomas Ricketts and Sonya Ricketts

Marc Rivers and Chanthida Lim

Jessica Robinson

Nicholas and Jamie Rodriguez

Josh and Jennifer Romanow

Aubrey Rosser III and Nicole Rosser

Danny Rouhier

Quinn and Megan Rounsaville

Noah and Valerie Rozman

Gary and Lissa Rubman

AnnMarie Rudd

Martin Rudd and Susannah Reed

Alexander and Jane Rudolph

David and Selwa Rutchik

Walter Saravia

Matthew and Kendra Schlueter

Matt and Anne Schuyler

Ron and Katherine Secrist

Josh and Ashleigh Sekoski

Ashish and Param Sharma

Anna Shiroma

Brooke Smith

Dane and Sarah Smith

Wael Soliman and Passent Saad

Charles and Meaghan Sparkman

Lisa Spence

David and Melissa Stegman

Jordan and Carine Stoick

David and Sarah Sumwalt

Nancy Talbot

Xuning Tang and Qing Cao

Mona Tauber

Jeff and Sarah Taylor

Doug and Debra Tees

The Langley School Facilities Dept.

Victor Tineo and Lauren Yamagata

Miguel Toledo and Carolina Anzola

Michael and Erin Tollini

Ellen Totten

Greg and Shana Treger

John and Kathleen Tregoning

Gregory and Sarah Trimmer

Erik Vadersen and Jennifer Giffen

Shahab and Kate Vagefi

Peter and Amanda Van Emburgh

Lindsay VanLandingham

Andrew and Miranda Vesey

Steve Wanczyk and Jessica Phillips

Chad and Jen Wekelo

Edward and Kum Weklar

Martin Welsh and Lara Cherem

Drew Welter and Jaime Wisz

William Weng and Dara Okamoto

Hank Werronen

Ryan and Stephanie Whitaker

Michael and Sarah Wronsky

Kevin Yam and Brittany Root

Tolga and Idil Yaveroglu

Adrian Yeoh and Jinny Lee

John Yoo and Yoomin Kim

Melissa Yost

Andrea Young

Dean and Meredith Zerbe

*Donors as of April 27, 2023

Business Donors

The Langley School greatly appreciates the generous support we have received from local businesses. We encourage the community to patronize the businesses and organizations below that have helped make our auction a great success:

A Mano

A Modo Mio

Adrenaline Dance Studio

Alya Salon & Spa

American Portrait Artist

Anthropologie

Arena Stage

Arlington Soccer Association

Armour Veterinary Ophthalmology

Arrah Photography LLC

Art House 7

Art in Motion

ARTECHOUSE DC

ARTMELLOW Art Studio

Atlantic Transportation Services

Autobahn Indoor Speedway

Bach to Rock

Bakeshop

Barrel Oak Winery

BBC

Bella Lashes

Ben & Jerry's Vienna

Beyond Sticks

Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute

Bloomie’s by Bloomingdale’s

Born 2 Dance Studio

Brasserie Liberte

Brushed Salon

Bruster's Ice Cream

Cafe Colline

Cafe Milano

Calleva, Inc.

Camp Hidden Meadows

Camp Highroad

Camp Rim Rock

Camp Runoia

CAVA

Chaia Tacos

Chain Bridge Cellars

Child's Play

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chopt

City of Fairfax Theatre Company

Clay Cafe Studios

Cocoa Vienna

Coco's Sodas & Sweets

Cookology

Crumbl Cookies

Current360

Dano’s Granola

Diamond Spa

Dolci Gelati

Dominion Jewelers

Donutchew

DreamyPicnic VA

Early Mountain Vineyards

Elite Island Resorts

Elodie's Naturals

Embassy of the State of Qatar

Encore Stage & Studio

Esaan

Evolution Basketball Training

Exclusive Resorts

F45 Vienna

Fairfax Ice Arena

Filomena Ristorante

Flag Star Football

Foster's Grill

Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC

G.C. Car Wash and Detail

Georgetown Cupcake

Get Jaxed

Ghaffari Orthodontics

Golden Boot Soccer

Great Country Farms

Hayfield Dental Care & Kingstowne Orthodontics

Heartfelt Workshop

Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens

Hilton Worldwide

iCode Vienna

ID Artsy

Il Canale

Imagination Stage

In Style Pet Grooming

José Andrés Group: The Bazaar by José Andrés | Beverly Hills, South Beach, Las Vegas

JTCC - Junior Tennis Champions Center

Karin's Florist

Kendra Scott - Georgetown

KNEAD Hospitality + Design

Kosmo Nail Bar

Le Desales

Leesburg Animal Park

Lemoncello Boutique

Levain Bakery

Liljenquist & Beckstead

Lilly Pulitzer, Tysons Galleria

Listrani's

Livin' the Pie Life

Mabry Dental Group

Mai Thai of Georgetown

Maman

Mary Smith Parent Coach

Marymount University

Massage Envy Vienna

Mathnasium of Tysons

Max Mara

McLean Family Restaurant

McLean Landscapes

McLean Youth Soccer

MedStar Capitals Iceplex

Michelle Keaney Flanagan, DMD

MidnighTreats

Monumental Sports & Entertainment

Mountain Kim Martial Arts

MV Soccer Training

National Geographic Society

National Retail Federation

Neiman Marcus Tysons Galleria

Neven Radovic

NM Aesthetics/Wellness

Norm's Beer & Wine

Northern Virginia Neat Method

Nostos Restaurant

Nothing Bundt Cakes Vienna

Nothing in Between Studio

O Salon

OrangeTheory - Vienna

Organic Bronzing Studio

Organic Butcher of McLean

Pasa Thai

Pastries by Randolph

Pazzo Pomodoro

Peacock Cafe

Pike Smiles

Plaka Grill

Play Squash Academy

POWER Play Kids Camp

PR Running

Preppy Pink Pony

ProsToYou

Pupatella

Pure Barre Vienna

Pure Pasty Co.

Reston Limousine

Ride Alto

River Bend Golf & Country Club

Robert Aveau Photography

School of Rock Vienna

SCOUT

Sid Mashburn and Ann Mashburn

Signature Theatre

Silver Diner

Sloppy Mama's Barbeque

SOUTH BLOCK

South Mountain Creamery

Spilled Milk

StarNut Gourmet

Stemtree Education Center Vienna

Stone Tower Winery

Studio Theatre

Sweet Leaf

Sweetgreen

Tea with Mrs. B

Tennis Central Corp.

The Coder School McLean

The Conrad, Washington DC

The Country Day School

The Dance Academy of Virginia

The Escape Game

The Etiquette Institute of Washington

The Grant & Danny Show on 106.7

The Fan

The Italan Store

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

The Leatherback Turtle Project

The Naz Experience

The Party Bee

The Toy Nest

The Urban Farmhouse

The Washington Ballet

The Wine Outlet - McLean

The Wine Outlet - Vienna

TIC Camp

Toastworthy

Total Wine & More

Trek Bikes

True Food Kitchen

Tuckernuck

Two the Moon

Tysons Art & Learning Center

Underground Donut Tour

Urban Mattress

Veronica Beard

Vienna Inn

Vienna Pet Spaw

Vienna Vintner

VK Pediatric Dentistry

Washington Nationals Baseball Club

Washington Square Hotel

Washington Vita Surgical Group

WellMom

WETA

Windows Catering

Wisteria Beauty

Yorktown Nails

Zava Zone

*Donors as of April 27, 2023

GALA Volunteers

Thank you to the many volunteers who helped make Langley’s 80th Anniversary Gala an amazing success. We are extremely grateful for your tireless dedication and generous support.

Gala Co-Chairs

Melanie Bielski, Aly Brokenshire, and Allie Miller

Décor

Denise Lisman, Chair

Kathrina Ng

Vaishali Udupa

Kum Weklar

Sponsorships

Shayeri Haque, Chair

Copywriting

Ariana DiMeo, Chair

Jonathan Nguyen-Phuong

Dara Weng

Sarah Simmons Wronsky

Great Gatherings

Caroline Krueger and Jill Lyttle, Co-Chairs

Acquisitions Committee

Amanda Agetstein

Micki Armour

Lauren Barber

Christin Blyumin

Elizabeth Crocker

Julie DeFrain

Victoria Gregorios

Sarah Helou

Michelle Kline

Caroline Krueger

Liz Lawson

Stefanie Lourenco

Jill Lyttle

Amanda McQuigg

Rebecca McNeilly

Susan Miller

Heidi Narang

Elle Patout

Viviana Baquero Prada

Anne Schuyler

Kate Vagefi

Stephanie Whitaker

Lauren Yamagata

Melissa Yost

BIDDING Rules

General

Upon arrival at the Conrad, please visit the registration area to pick up event materials and to confirm the credit card on file for the evening.

All purchases are final; no exchanges or refunds on items. All items are sold “as is.” Unless otherwise specified, all auctioned items and services are valid for one year from the date of the event, May 13, 2024. All services must be redeemed by the listed expiration date. Dates and times are as designated or are to be arranged between the winner and the donor at their mutual convenience. It will be the winner’s responsibility to check expiration dates and restrictions on their items and gift certificates.

Langley is not responsible for certificates/vouchers that are misplaced or lost following receipt. Auction items are not transferable from the buyer to anyone else without the express permission of the donor.

All purchases made the evening of May 13, 2023, will be charged to guests’ pre-registered credit cards. Charge transactions will occur the week of May 15, 2023. Should a guest prefer to pay by check, purchase(s) must be paid in full the night of the event. Payment by check may be made at the check-out station. Checks should be made payable to The Langley School.

Check-out will open in the registration area outside the ballroom at 10:00 p.m. To the extent possible, the buyer should take home all items at the end of the evening. Any remaining items must be picked up from Langley’s Development Office (Claire Maxted Administration Building/second floor) by Friday, May 19, 2023.

Auction purchases are tax-deductible only to the extent that the amount paid for an item exceeds the fair market value of the item. The fair market value of live auction items is provided based on donors’ stated value only. All values are estimates only and are not guaranteed by the school. If any auction item is purchased below the market value, you are not able to claim a deduction.

The Internal Revenue Service requires that the school provide a good-faith estimate of the fair market value of each item purchased in excess of $75. The school will provide you with a receipt listing the items you purchased and a good-faith estimate of the value of each.

By their purchase, the buyer waives any claims for liability against either The Langley School or the donor of the property or services. Neither the school nor the donor is responsible for any personal injuries or damage to property that may result from the use of property or services sold.

Raffle tickets are not tax-deductible.

Silent Auction

The Greater Giving mobile/online bidding platform will be used for the silent auction. The silent auction will close at 8:15 p.m. on Saturday, May 13, except for the “Super Silent” category which will close at 9:50 p.m. that evening. Registered guests will bid using their smartphones on event night and on their smartphones/ desktop computers before event night. Bidding will open to all registered persons on Monday, May 8.

Please be advised that each item has a specified minimum bid and minimum incremental bid. Bidders will be alerted prior to the closing of the silent auction, and also the “Super Silent” category. The person offering the highest bid for an item at the close of bidding will be deemed the winner of the item. Bidders can view items they have won on their smartphones.

Mobile Bidding Instructions

Those already registered to attend the 80th Anniversary Gala will automatically receive a personalized URL for online/mobile bidding. For those who are not attending, but still wish to bid, you may register here: https://langley2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse (click on the “Get Started” button).

Personalized URLs are intended for the recipient only and should not be forwarded to others. If you do not receive a text and/or email message, contact Connie Chou at cchou@langleyschool.org.

• After clicking the URL in the text or email, you can begin searching for silent auction items by number, keyword, or category.

• Select the silent auction item on which you wish to bid. You can bid the next increment or bid more than the next increment. If you choose to bid more, you can choose to set your max bid. If your max bid is the highest, the system will automatically bid in your favor until you are outbid or until the silent auction closes. If your bid is lower than the highest max bid on that package, you will be prompted to enter a higher bid.

• If you are outbid at any point before the silent auction closes, you’ll be notified by text message.

• To “watch” a package, select the star icon on the package.

• To view packages you are bidding on, click the menu button and select “bids.”

• To view packages you are watching, click the menu button and select “favorites.”

• Once the auction closes, the guest with the highest bid will win.

• Under the “bids” area, you can check your winning packages.

• Should you need help at the event, a “bid buddy” volunteer will be on hand to assist you at registration. There will also be a charging station at the registration area.

• Guests are encouraged to charge their phones before the event.

Live Auction

The live auction will begin during dinner and will proceed until every item offered has been sold or, in rare cases, withdrawn. The auctioneer reserves the right to open the bidding at a minimum price and reject any bid that is not commensurate with the value of the item. If the auctioneer determines that any opening bid is not commensurate with the value of the article offered, she may reject the bid and withdraw the article from sale.

To enter a bid, the bidder raises their bid paddle, directing the signal to the auctioneer. An acknowledged bid is a binding offer to purchase the item. The bidding continues until the highest bidder is acknowledged by the auctioneer. In the event of a dispute between bidders, the auctioneer shall have sole and final discretion to determine the successful bidder or to resell the item in dispute. The bid number functions as a legally binding signature for your bids at the auction. The purchaser assumes full risk and liability for the item at this time.

Please note that auction items will be awarded to one purchaser only. Winning bids will not be split among participants who may have agreed to pay a portion of the winning bid amount. A winner who wishes to split the payment for an auction item must collect the individual payments to the cashier or accept those payments as reimbursement for the total payment the winner has made.

Absentee Bids for Live Auction

Absentee bids will be accepted for live auction offerings. If interested in placing an absentee bid, please contact Ricki Marion in the Development Office for an absentee bid form. Absentee bids must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2023. The form authorizes a designated auction official to bid on behalf of the absentee bidder. At the event’s live auction, bids will be made beginning at the initial bid level specified in writing by the absentee bidder, and will continue to be made in the increments suggested by the auctioneer as necessary to maintain the absentee bidder as the highest bidder, up to the maximum bid price established by the absentee bidder.

Absentee bids not meeting the minimum opening bid, missing credit card information, or lacking a valid signature will be disqualified. If the bid is the highest bid, it will be binding. Payment will be due upon notification of the winning bidder.

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We are happy to support the professional development of Langley faculty and congratulate the school on its 80th anniversary!

e t s w o r k t o g e t h e r !

-Jonathan Cohn and Rachel Brand

Josh & Ashleigh Sekoski

The Zerbe Family thanks The Langley School’s amazing teachers for all you do!

We would like to share our immense gratitude to The Langley School, its leadership, teachers, and support staff.

The greatest gift we can give our children is the power of education and the freedom it secures, coupled with the nurturing ethos of the Langley community.

Thank you, again, for such a wonderful year.

Onwards and upwards.

-Dr. Omar & Behnaz Baker

The Langley School

80th Anniversary Gala

celebrating our story

The Langley School is deeply grateful to Melanie Bielski, Aly Brokenshire, and Allie Miller for their outstanding leadership as co-chairs of The Langley School’s 80th Anniversary Gala

CONGRATULATIONS on a successful auction!

We are grateful to MELANIE, ALY, AND ALLIE for all their hard work.

Thank you also to the wonderful STAFF AND TEACHERS for all you do. We cherish our Langley community!

Big hugs, Chris, AJ, Angelica, Aimee, & Tino Andreas