THIS Saturday, February 8th - Willowwind's 2nd Annual Gala & Auction
6:30 - 9:30
at Hotel Vetro
201 South Linn Street
Iowa City, Iowa
Last year we had 55 attendees come to the our very first Gala. This year we have over 100 parents, staff, & friends coming to the gala & auction. You and other Willowwind family and friends can join together for a very special Willowwind event. Come enjoy an exciting evening filled with outstanding hors d'oeuvres, an incredible auction, music, and much more! It is a great opportunity to come together for a spectacular evening, raise money for Willowwind, and show the community at large what a special school we have.
This year, The Willowwind Foundation is proud to partner with community sponsors, The University Of Iowa Community Credit Union, Reminisce, Hands Jewelers, The Mondo Group, Jimmy Jacks, and The Luxe Zone, for the 2nd Annual Willowwind Gala & Auction. Our community partners along with your support will go a long way to help us reach our goal of raising $20,000. This will continue to support the foundation's goal to provide funding for Willowwind's mission, which includes a personalized approach to education for all students, an innovative and experiential curriculum, global awareness of social and environmental issues, and a commitment to serve the local community. The Willowwind Foundation has 501(c)(3) status, making monetary and item donations tax deductible.
Due to our generous sponsors 100% of ticket sale and auction proceeds will go to benefit Willowwind.
Now... here are the...
Top 10 Reasons to Attend the 2nd Annual Gala & Auction
10. It's an opportunity to support our incredible school. Your $50 ticket directly benefits Willowwind. In the past, funds raised by the Willowwind Foundation have benefitted Willowwind through technology purchases, school supplies, scholarships, and more!
9. You know how you've been practically hibernating the last two months? Spring isn't too far away and this is a darn good excuse to get out and rejoin the world again.
8. It's a fun night out on the town. It's an exciting event and a great place to meet other parents and staff from Willowwind, as well as Iowa City civic and business leaders.
7. The food & drink: amazing. Hotel Vetro does a top notch job. This year we have delicious hor d'oeuvres, a drink on the house, and an incredibly fun dessert surprise.
6. An incredible Silent & Live Auction. This year Iowa City businesses, Willowwind Staff, & parents have donated over 100 incredible items. See an extensive list below.
5. Birdhouses from the heart. The kids at Willowwind designed, painted, and decorated some amazing bird houses that will be used as centerpieces during the Gala. They will be available to bid on too.
(If your already sold, you can purchase tickets here)
4. The Music: All night long we'll have a fun and diverse setlist, plus this year we have a very special live music set from two of our very own Willowwind teachers, Maryls and Drew.
3. It's almost Valentine's Day! Surprise your honey with A Night To Remember.
2. It's a fun way to support Willowwind. 100% of the profits raised from ticket sales and auction items goes to benefit Willowwind students.
And the No. 1 reason we want to see you at the Willowwind Gala & Auction...
1. It won't be a party without YOU.
Purchase your tickets here today. Let's join together to make a difference.
AUCTION ITEMS
Live Auction Items
LAS VEGAS VIP JETAWAY - Hop on a direct flight from Eastern Iowa Airport for 3 exciting nights in fabulous Las Vegas. Transport to your hotel in a luxury Limo. Stay at the luxurious BELLAGIO, located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. Enjoy three amazing days and nights of incredible shows, luxurious spas, and outstanding food Las Vegas has to offer! ($1500 value)
$500 LUXURY NORDSTROM SHOPPING SPREE AND CHICAGO VACATION - 3 Days/2 Nights in a Luxury downtown Chicago Hotel plus a $1000 Shopping Spree at Nordstrom! ($1300 value)
CUSTOM WILLOWWIND GIRAFFE PAINTING - By Ryan Bentzinger ($700 value)
JIMMY JACK'S VIP BACKYARD BBQ - Host a custom backyard BBQ for you and 30 of your closest friends. It will be an awesome party with all the fixings from Jimmy Jacks! ($550 value)
WALT DISNEY WORLD - Four One Day Park Hopper Passes. ($384 value)
KINDLE FIRE HDX - The all new Kindle from Amazon! ($380 value)
VIP WILLOWWIND PARKING SPOTS - Bid on a full month your own VIP parking spot at Willowwind! Use it for yourself in those freezing months or donate it to a Willowwind faculty member. (priceless value)
Silent Auction Items
BIRD HOUSES FROM THE HEART - This year Willowwind partner groups designed and painted the most incredible bird houses. All of the partner birdhouses will be used as decorative centerpieces for the Gala, and will be available in the silent auction. Don't miss out for a chance to bid on your child's birdhouse.
Exclusive Teacher Experiences available at the Silent Auction Include:
YOU'RE INVITED TO A PAJAMA PARTY! - For up to 3 preschool kids with Rachel Klein and Shayne Lanning- Join Rachel and Shayne for a before school pajama and breakfast party sure to kick off the day in a fun and exciting way!
BE A MUSIC STAR! - 3 Private Music Lessons to learn duets with Ms. Katherine to be performed at GD.
CAMPFIRE ADVENTURES - Join Rachel for an evening of outdoor exploration at Kent Park. We'll hike through the park and enjoy the sights and sounds of Iowa summer, and then build a campfire for cooking dinner and dessert. Yum! We'll also share campfire stories - as spooky or silly as the winner and his or her three guests wish. Please plan to schedule this adventure from 3 - 9 PM on a Friday or Saturday evening in June or July, 2014.
A DAY AT THE MUSEUM - Did you know that Rachel was a Playologist at the Iowa Children's Museum before she began teaching at Willowwind?! She's an expert at flying the flight simulators, making pizzas in the pizza parlor, and knows where all the best costumes for the theater can be found. Join her for two hours of play and learning for you and three friends. This outing can be scheduled on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon between 1 and 5 PM, prior to June 1, 2014.
ART JAM - You and two friends will hang out with Ryan in the studio for the Ultimate Art Jam. Bring your own music, and Ryan will order a pizza for an evening of creativity, fun, and all around awesome time.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY IZZY! - It's Izzy's 2nd Birthday Party with Miss Christine (Izzy is Miss Christine's adorable puppy) Up to three kids (and their dogs) will join Miss Christine and Izzy for a Dog Park Birthday Party! Human treats included.
LATE NIGHT LOCK-IN (MINUS THE SLEEPOVER) - Party it up with Ms. Michelle as you eat pizza, play games, and watch movies for some late night fun at Willowwind. (Times to be determined together by Michelle and parents).
MATINEE MOVIE DAY - Invite one friend and join Ms. Michelle to catch a movie of your choice. (movie to be approved by Michelle and parents). Bring your spending money to stock up on concession stand goodies as we check out a fun movie together.
COCOA AND GAMES - Join Lou at the Java House for an afternoon of delicious cocoa and playing your favorite games. 1 hour to be scheduled before the last day of school.
EARLY BIRD GETS THE CHOCOLATE - You and your bestie join Karen at Hy-Vee before school for an early bird adventure run, followed by delicious hot chocolate, before you finish with a walk to school.
EXPLORE & THE ICE CREAM STORE - You and 3 friends join Ms. Debbie for an adventurous after school exploration of Ralston Creek. Then, after you've worked up a sweat exploring the creek take a visit to Heynes Ice Cream Shop and cool off before walking back to Willowwind. This will be on a Wednesday in April (probably April 2). We will leave Willowwind at 3:30 and return by 4:45for pick up.
JAZZ IT UP! - Four kids will have the chance to see the Luther College Jazz Orchestra at The Mill in Iowa City on Friday, April 11th at 7:30pm and meet the director(one of Ms. Katherine's professors from school) after the show with Ms. Katherine.
UN CHOCOLATE CALIENTE con Luis - Hot Chocolate, stories, and hanging out w/Luis.
BAKE, BARK, & PLAY - Bake some awesome cupcakes, and hang out with Lou's two crazy doggies (Bella & Boulware) at her house. Sure to be an afternoon of serious fun!
A STORY WITH DREW - Share some hot tea (caffeine free of course) and a story or two with Drew
YUM, PIZZZA! - It's the ultimate in foodie heaven.... A Pizza Party with Ms. Marlys and Ms. Lindsey W.
DO RE MI FA SO LA TI DO - Let your inner singer out with voice lessons from Ms. Marlys
HEAD OF SCHOOL FOR A DAY - Be Head of School for a day. Join Willowwind Head of School Paul Pressler for a morning of running the school at Willowwind.
Awesome Classroom Baskets:
Themes like Go Hawks!, Chocolate, Family Game Night, and The Great Outdoors
The Mondo Group - $250 Gift Card to use in any of the Mondo's restaurants.
Luxe Zone - a private Wine Party for up to 12 plus a luxurious gift basket. $600 Value!
Hot House Yoga- $300 Yoga Class Punch Card.
Nate Kaeding Autographed Football
Starbucks - Huge Gift Basket with a selection of Reserve Coffees
Cedar Ridge Winery Gift Basket
CRWC Private Pool Party for up to 20
Brush and Barrel - Painting Class & Wine for four people.
Chef Gaby - Private Dinner for Four
A selection of Desserts - from Gretchen Rice-Terry
Hills Bank- $50 Visa Gift Card
Four Hardcover Books and Book Bag from Trinity Ray
Alicia Walters Quilt
Two 10 punch Class Cards from Zenergi
Rebel Xtreme Gym - Private Tumbling Birthday Party for 10
Iowa Children's Museum Gift Basket
Scheel's Gift Basket
Barnes and Noble Gift Cards
Cold Stone Creamery Birthday Cake
Brown Bottle Gift Card
Daly Creek Winery
CVS Pharmacy Gift Basket
Sugar Bottom Bikes Gift Certificate
Gift Basket from Health on Point
A Hand Woven Rug by Jessica Stutsman
Megan Oesting Swimming Lessons
Origami Owl Custom Willowwind Necklace
Raining Rose Giant Gift Basket
Performance Fitness 3 Month Membership
5 Haircuts at Sportclips
American Girl Doll
New Pioneer Gift Basket
Green Mountain Coffee Basket
Eco Lips Gift Basket
West Music Free Music Registration
Carlson's - 4 Hours of Spring Cleaning
Carter Fox- 2 Dozen Farm Fresh Eggs Delivered Monthly to your house
Sarah Neighbors Custom Art Photography Shoot
Reminisce Gift Basket
Hotel Vetro - one night stay
Share $50 Gift Certificate
& dozens of more items to come!!!
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