SILENT AUCTION 105 BIG BOARD 101. Five Nights in Steamboat Springs, Colorado Escape the city and enjoy 5 nights in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Seven guests will stay in a lovely 2-bedroom condo (master bedroom has a king bed, guest bedroom has 1 twin bed and 1 double bed, and there is a sleeper sofa in the den) located close to the gondola. Fabulous restaurants are situated near the condo, as well as near the condo/mountain resort area. No matter the time of year you plan your trip, you are guaranteed to have an amazing time. In the winter, Steamboat is ideal for skiing, snowboarding, as well as snowmobiling and sleigh riding throughout the gorgeous mountains in Colorado. During ski season, there are shuttles to the ski area and onsite ski storage (free of charge). Stay busy in the summer rafting, kayaking, horseback riding, hiking, and mountain biking or taking a ride in a hot air balloon! Steamboat Lake also has power boats for water sports…the activities are endless! Book your flight to Colorado today…you won’t regret it! Not available during Christmas, Spring Break, or July through mid-August. Dates to be mutually agreed upon. No teenagers, pets, or smoking. Item is nontransferable. Donor: The Kierum Family 102. Private Box for 20 at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo…Yeehaw! Twenty lucky cowboys and cowgirls will enjoy an unforgettable, fun-filled day at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo in this private box for 20 for Brantley Gilbert's concert on Saturday, March 2 at 3:00 p.m. Your box includes a full bar with a bartender, food, and four parking passes. Bid high…you don’t want to miss this! Donor: Sugar and Stephen Blakley 103. Party at Mia's! Johnny Carrabba has done it again–his new restaurant Mia’s, affectionately named after his daughter, offers casual food in a warm and playful environment. Situated directly behind the Original Carrabba’s on Kirby, Mia’s is the perfect spot to eat and socialize with family and friends while indulging in some of their savory comfort food. The menu includes everything from burgers and shakes to tacos and BBQ, leaving your belly full and satisfied after your meal. Host your next party at Mia’s with 50 of your best friends. You and your guests will enjoy food, wine, beer, and the cozy ambiance of the Hill Country style restaurant. Expires October 31, 2013. Valid Monday through Thursday. Donor: Mia's 104. Four Nights in Telluride, Colorado Spend four nights in a luxurious 4-bedroom (2 rooms with king beds and 2 rooms with queen beds) condo in Telluride, Colorado, with easy ski in/ski out access. Located in the majestic Rocky Mountains, this cabin is managed by the breathtaking Peaks Resort. The Peaks will provide all of the amenities that one expects from a fine hotel: multiple dining options, indoor/outdoor pools, lavish spa, and world-famous ski valet service. If you would rather stay in and snuggle up on the couch, the cabin is equipped with a full kitchen and all the needed cookware. Don’t hesitate…bid high for the very best in slope-side accommodations and style. Dates to be mutually agreed upon. Cannot be used HISD winter/spring break, President's Day, 4th of July, or Summer Bluegrass Festival. Item is nontransferable. Donor: A Friend of EHS 105. Gone Fishin' Calling all fishermen and women! Here’s an AMAZING package that will bring home the fish! Wide Open Spaces is a new online and flashsales sportsman’s paradise for hunting and fishing enthusiasts, and it’s all discounted with incredible prices on great gear–just like Gilt.com, One Kings Lane, etc. Check it out! Their full fishing package includes a Yeti cooler, 2 fishing shirts, XR polarized sunglasses, DH4000 spinning reel, Quantum spin rod 6'6”, Quantum–Shaw Grigsby casting rod, Strike King tackle box, rigs, Frogg poppers, stick baits, Spools suffix line, Carbide pliers, Rapala Ultimate fisherman’s tool, GIS winding system, SOG fielder knife, and last but not least, Wide Open Spaces hat and koozies for cold suds! Add water and it’s all you need for a fantastic fishing extravaganza! Donor: Wide Open Spaces 106. Santa Claus Needlepoint Collection Our EHS stitchers contributed their precious time and impressive talents to crafting 17 exquisite Santa ornaments for your Christmas tree. Each Santa is charming and unique, and will brighten your home during the holidays. Made into ornaments, this is a collection that can be hung every December on your tree. Bid high…you must add these Santa’s to your holiday décor! Needlepoint Chairman: Krista Kirton Needlepoint Stitchers: Susan Crouch Estelle Lozmack Abbie Flynn Anne Romano Krista Kirton Mary Rothwell Katie Lintner Rasa Starkey 107. Three Course Wine-Paired Dinner at Hugo's Indulge in a 3-course wine-paired dinner for 8 prepared by renowned Chef Hugo Ortega at Hugo’s. Each couple will take home a personalized copy of Chef Hugo’s new cookbook, Hugo Ortega’s Street Food of Mexico. No expiration. No major holidays. Gratuity not included. Donor: Backstreet Café, Hugo's, and Prego 106 108. Judith Ann Jewels You’ll look stunning wearing this 24-karat sliced brown sapphire 38.30-karat pendant on an 18-inch-long chain by designer Gurhan. No returns or exchanges. Donor: Judith Ann Jewels 109. Reserved Seating and Parking at Graduation The front row at graduation is the most coveted spot for parents. Don’t worry about rushing up to school to put your names on the seats, they will be reserved for you personally by John Colello! Six front-row seats (so you can have a big crowd cheering for your graduate!), 4 reserved parking spots for graduation, and 4 reserved parking spots for Baccalaureate. Please contact John Colello a week prior to graduation to confirm details. Donor: Episcopal High School 110. LASIK Eye Surgery It’s time to throw out your glasses and contacts….forever! Dr. Colby Stewart has graciously donated Laser Vision Correction. This unbelievable package includes a LASIK Consultation with Dr. Stewart, LASIK Eye Surgery on both eyes, and post-operative care for one year following the surgery. Bid high…this is your dream come true! Expires December 31, 2013. Must be good LASIK candidate as determined by Dr. Stewart. Must be 18 years or older. Donor: A Friend of EHS 111. Rockywold-Deephaven Camps Rockywold-Deephaven Camps (RDC) is located in the Squam Lakes region of Holderness, New Hampshire. This favorite vacation destination was the backdrop for the award-winning movie “On Golden Pond.” The exquisite setting of vintage cottages nestled along the shore of one of New England’s most pristine lakes and on the southern edge of the White Mountains, is a perfect escape. RDC has donated a weeklong stay for 4 people in one of its private, cozy cottages. All meals and recreation programs are included for 6 days and 7 nights. Each cottage has a fireplace, screened-in porch, a private dock, and antique icebox where ice harvested from Squam Lake is delivered, as is firewood, daily. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served buffet-style in vintage post-and-beam dining halls with soaring ceilings and views out to the lake. Gather your family and head to RDC for a relaxing and adventurous family vacation. Valid June 1, 2013 through June 22, 2013. Dates to be mutually agreed upon. Additional guest welcome at regular rate. No smoking, pets, or unaccompanied teenagers. Item is nontransferable. Donor: Rockywold-Deephaven Camps, Inc. 112. Victoria House- Belize Nestled on Ambergris Caye close to the town on San Pedro, Victoria House is visually reminiscent of a bygone Caribbean plantation. This beachfront resort is surrounded by manicured gardens lush with tropical flowers and tall swaying palms on a white sand beach. The impressive second largest barrier reef in the world is less than a half-mile from the beach and offers spectacular diving, snorkeling, and fishing. The hotel boasts a beautiful restaurant and barefoot Palapa-roofed beach bar. The island town of San Pedro is approximately two miles away. Small and quaint, this charming town offers souvenir shopping, art galleries and a variety of oceanfront restaurants and beach bars. Enjoy a 3-night stay in a luxury villa overlooking the infinity swimming pool and the azure Caribbean.Expires April 30, 2014. Certificate not valid Christmas, New Years, or during the month of March. No smoking, pets, or unaccompanied teenagers. Item is nontransferable. Donor: Victoria House-Belize 113. Las Verandas Hotel & Villas Located on the largest of the Bay Island, Roatan "The Island Jewel of the Western Caribbean," Las Verandas Hotel and Villas is a beachfront hotel that is surrounded by manicured gardens lush with tropical flowers and tall swaying palms on a white sand beach overlooking the Mesoamerican Reef. Adjacent to the hotel is The Black Pearl, a Pete and Perry Dye Championship Golf Course. Enjoy a 3-night stay in a 2-bedroom villa (accommodations up to 4 guests) with a private infinity-edge pool with stunning views of the Caribbean. Reservations based on availability. Not valid over holidays and Peak Season. Must book reservations 30 days in advance. No smoking, pets, or unaccompanied teenagers. Item is nontransferable. Donor: Las Verandas Hotel & Villas 114. 14-Karat White Gold Diamond Earrings Look exquisite wearing these 14-karat white gold diamond earrings with 72 invisibly set princess-cut diamonds. Donor: Nacol & Company 115. Refresh, Renew, and Relax in Colorado Springs Rejuvenate yourself with 5 of your friends at the Barineau Families' private home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.