It's your chance to win! And just in time for Mother's Day and graduation! Buy a ticket for a chance to win a pair of elegant 18K white gold, inside-out hoop earrings featuring 54 round brilliant diamonds, totaling 0.50 carats and valued at $1,625.

Tickets are $100 per chance. Only 100 tickets are available for sale. You do not need to be present to win.

Thank you to Henry C. Reid & Son Jewelers for this generous donation.

Why not grape escape with a variety of wines in the comfort of your own home? Thanks to the generosity of Operation Hope's Board of Directors, one winner will receive this collection of 25 bottles of wine. Bottles are valued at an average of $30. These bottles are perfect for adding to your personal collection or gifting to a friend. Value: $700.

It's 10° warmer at the shore and you will be, too, when you enjoy a one-night weekday getaway at the Surfside Hotel in Stratford. Come relax at the award-winning Surfside Hotel in Stratford, CT. Our beachfront boutique hotel is steps from the Long Island Sound and offers 27 guest rooms, a full-service restaurant and bar, a fitness center, and on-site wellness services so you can unwind in style. Enjoy the beach, the bikes, the sunset, the stars, and the beautiful seaside village of Lordship at this wellness-inspired boutique beachside hotel.

Experience VIP treatment with the Little Pub Black Card, valid for dinner and drinks at any Little Pub location, including the one conveniently located inside the hotel. Includes a shared appetizer, two entrees, two drinks, a shared dessert and a reservation. Enjoy a night out at your favorite spot!

Terms: one-night stay. Standard room. Based on availability. Holidays and weekends excluded. 2-week advance notice is required. Redeem the Little Pub Black Card for a special VIP dinner. Package expires 12/8/25. Value: $500.

Treat yourself or someone dear to you with this tote bag full of gorgeous gifts from Coco & Company in Southport! This would be a lovely Mother's Day or graduation gift! Just in time for spending time on the beach or outdoor entertaining! Included are:

• Tote bag
• Goodr sunglasses
• Mersea luxury candle
• Roadie tumblers
• Bee cocktail napkins
• Acrylic cocktail napkin holder
• Sunscreen
• Hand creams

Value: $150.

Capture a lasting memory of your family and enjoy an extraordinary work of art to be treasured for generations to come.

This studio portrait session is for the full family (furry family members welcome too!) plus a $195 credit towards your artwork order. Expires 12/31/25. Total value: $795.

About Classic Kids: Classic Kids is a boutique photography experience specializing in hand-finished, fine art portraits of children and their families. With studios from coast to coast, our signature style has always focused on capturing the fleeting moments of childhood in a striking yet minimalist aesthetic perfect for display in your home. At heart, we believe in the power of print. Our uniquely framed canvases, tabletop pieces, and artbooks are heirloom-worthy and archivally created at our own in-house production lab. We believe the only way to truly preserve and enjoy your memories is to print them for display where the story of your family can be visually told for generations to come. View our most recent work on Instagram @classickids_greenwich.

Are you or someone you love a New York Giants fan? Here's a keepsake you won't want to miss - a football autographed by Brian Burns! Two-time Pro Bowl outside linebacker Brian Burns is s one of eight players ever to record at least 7.5 sacks in each of his first five seasons. Add this item to your fan collection! Featuring Burns' hand-signed signature, authenticated and in a holder, this memorabilia is a must-have for any die-hard fan of the New York Giants or serious NFL collector. Plus, enjoy an Operation Hope branded cooler filled with 4 6-packs of Whalers Brewing Company beer and hard seltzers. Value: $183.

Are you or someone you love a Boston Red Sox fan? Here's a keepsake you won't want to miss - a baseball autographed by Alex Cora! Cora is a Puerto Rican professional baseball manager and former infielder who is the manager of the Boston Red Sox in Major League Baseball. He previously played in MLB for 14 seasons with the Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, Cleveland Indians, New York Mets, Texas Rangers, and Washington Nationals. Add this item to your fan collection! Featuring Cora's hand-signed signature, this memorabilia is a must-have for any die-hard fan of the Boston Red Sox or serious MLB collector. Also included is a Blue Red Sox T-shirt, size adult small. Plus, enjoy an Operation Hope branded cooler filled with 4 6-packs of Whalers Brewing Company beer and hard seltzers. Value: $188.

For the sweet baby in your life. A soft baby blanket & 2 burp cloths and a variety of baby care items. Perfect for a new mom-to-be or a seasoned mom-to-be! (Value: $215).

Whether it's date night or girls' night out in downtown Fairfield, this package is sure to please! Be transported to Greece with drinks and a delicious meal at Lantern Point Taverna (value: $100). Once dinner is done, take in a live show of your choice at Fairfield Theatre Company (value: $100). Enjoy some FTC branded merch: hat, cooler bag and a hot/cold cup (value $100). Total value: $300.

This is perfect for the sports star in your life! Capture special sports memories with a photo shoot from Sideline Snaps by JFinneran Photography (value: $250). Enjoy an hour plus of action or portrait shots of your favorite LOCAL team! All edited digital images are included. Local travel only. Also, enjoy a tote bag filled to the brim with Fairfield-themed goodies - 2 hats, 2 shirts, pants and an insulated cup from Black Rock Pharmacy (value: $200). It's a fun way to show your Fairfield spirit! Value: $450.

Looking for a fun and easy way to feed a group of kids? Take a load off and order food for 20 kids from Garden Catering! Mouth-watering nuggets, potato cones, mac & cheese bites and a dessert platter. (value: $245). Make it extra with a 6 pack of Crumbl Cookies (value: $25). Total value: $270.

Get your game on! Pickleball or tennis, that is!

Grab 4 friends and book a court at Brooklawn Country Club for a match of tennis or pickleball. Cap off your game with lunch at the club accompanied by member Meg Murray (value: $250).

Select some new gear of your choice at The Tennis Spot (value: $50) and use your new preppy pickleball bag to tote your paddle to the court (value: $20).

Total value: $320.

Look good and feel great! Pamper yourself or someone special with these Fairfield and Westport gems!

• Make your skin sparkle with a 45-minute customized facial from NicholsMD in Fairfield, along with some skin care products (value: $425).
• Get a fresh cut with a service of your choice at Gloss Hair Salon in Westport (value: $150).
• Hydrate with an Operation Hope branded cooler filled with 1 6-pack of Whalers Brewing Company hard seltzers (value: $22).

Total value: $597.

The family that plays together....has fun together! Explore a variety of venues and places to play and dine right here at home! This staycation package includes:

• See a live show at the Downtown Cabaret Theatre in Bridgeport ($100 gift card).
• Enjoy a tour of the Pez Visitor Center in Orange, perfect spot for candy enthusiasts and those looking to relive a little of their childhood! (4 tickets, $20).
• Explore the sea at the Mystic Aquarium (2 tickets, $75).
• Pedal and party on the water in Milford's aboard Paddle Pub CT, a 26-passenger pedal-powered paddle wheel party boat. BYOB, kids 5+, gift certificate applies towards your party ($100 gift certificate).
• Grab dinner to go at the always popular Centro Ristorante in Fairfield with the "best dinner to go," which includes your choice of one of their homemade pastas and sauces to cook at home, Caesar salad, brick-oven Italian bread and marinated olives. Buen appetito! (value: $38).
• Round out your fun with sweet treats of your choice from Alina's Cakes & Cookies (value: $50).

Total value: $395.

A fun day out for the teen or pre-teen in your life! This makes a fun middle school graduation or birthday gift! Spend the day in Fairfield, exploring these favorite teen spots:

• Shop at Apricot Lane (value: $50)
• Get creative at Hands On Pottery (value: $50)
• Grab lunch with friends at Flipside Burger (value: $25)

Value: $125.

Looking for something fun to do after school? Don't sit at home bored! Your child (or you!) can reach for the sky with a 1 month membership and 3 day passes at Rock Climb Fairfield (value: $250). After climbing, it'll be time to enjoy treats from Flipside Burger (value: $25) and a 6 pack of Crumbl Cookies (value: $25). Value: $300.

Grab a buddy and get ready to reel it in! Enjoy a 4-hour charter fishing trip for 2 people with Captain Blake Smith, owner of Saugatuck Fishing Guides, LLC, fully licensed and insured. Head out from Westport and explore the Long Island Sound. Captain Smith targets striped bass, blue fish, bonita and false albacore tuna. Does not include gratuity, mutually agreed upon date (value: $600).

Pick up some lunch at Firehouse Deli (value: $50) and enjoy an Operation Hope branded cooler filled with 4 6-packs of Whalers Brewing Company beer and hard seltzers (value: $34). Total value: $684. Go fish!

Keep your beloved pup healthy and clean as we head into the summer!

Community Veterinary Clinic: A year's treatment of flea/tick and heartworm (value: $450).

Gift basket of pet goodies to keep your furry friend happy (value: $30). Total value: $480.

Capture a lasting memory of your special furry friends and enjoy an extraordinary work of art to be treasured for generations to come.

This package includes a portrait session for your special furry friends plus a $195 credit towards your artwork order. Pets only; no human subjects. Expires 12/31/25. Total value: $545.

About Classic Kids: Classic Kids is a boutique photography experience specializing in hand-finished, fine art portraits of children and their families. With studios from coast to coast, our signature style has always focused on capturing the fleeting moments of childhood in a striking yet minimalist aesthetic perfect for display in your home. At heart, we believe in the power of print. Our uniquely framed canvases, tabletop pieces, and artbooks are heirloom-worthy and archivally created at our own in-house production lab. We believe the only way to truly preserve and enjoy your memories is to print them for display where the story of your family can be visually told for generations to come. View our most recent work on Instagram @classickids_greenwich.

Enter a state of calm as you experience the healing power of a crystal from local Fairfield store Element50 Crystal and Rock Shop (value: $50).

Revel in the aromatherapy of a Dutch Atelier candle gift set. Fairfield-based Dutch Atelier candles are made by hand in small batches from beginning to end. Dutch Atelier uses all-natural soy wax, pure essential oils and the highest quality fragrance oils. Pouring candles in small batches allows Dutch Atelier to produce a highly fragrant, quality candle (value: $130).

And once you're in the right frame of mind, Lisa Rolleri of Angels Speak will help you connect with your crossed-over loved ones, bringing guidance and healing (value: $175).

This package will bring you spiritual healing in a calm, collected and connected way. Or gift these items as calming "presents!"

Total value: $355.

Become one with nature and enjoy the birds in your backyard! This package includes a Tidy Bird Feeder, seed cylinder, a bird guide book and a $50 Wild Birds Unlimited gift card. Value: $125. Tweet tweet!

Once you get decked out in stylish golf apparel from Coven Athletics (value: $100), book 1 hour for 4 people to play golf at world-famous courses on Trackman Golf Simulators at Golf Lounge 18 (value: $100). Plus, enjoy an Operation Hope branded cooler filled with 2 6-packs of Whalers Brewing Company beer and hard seltzers (value: $34). Total value: $234. Fore!

Fore! Take a few swings with 3 of your friends at Fairfield's H. Smith Richardson Golf Course. Ranging from 5311 to 6704 yards, the par 72/73 Championship golf course sports 18 distinctive golf holes which are all challenging and a pleasure to play. Includes carts (value: $325).

Pack some beverages to quench your thirst while on the course in an Operation Hope branded cooler (value: $10).

After you've finished your round of golf, relax with some drinks and delicious food at Boca Grille and Raw Bar, a spirited restaurant and bar situated at the base of the rolling hills of the H. Smith Richardson Golf Course (value: $100). Total value: $435.

This fun experience is designed to treat yourself and share with friends!

• Get stretched: A 50 minute one-on-one stretch session with an expert StretchLab Flexologist, customized to fit your individual needs to focus on problem areas (value: $115). Perfect for getting ready to hit the links after a long winter!
• Fore!: grab 3 friends to play a round of golf for 4 at Race Brook Country Club in Orange. Founded in 1912, Race Brook is one of the oldest private country clubs in Connecticut. The course was designed by Robert D. Pryde, a native of Scotland, a course architect and the first coach of the Yale University golf team (value: $500).
• Sip on the links: Enjoy an Operation Hope branded cooler filled with 2 6-packs of Whalers Brewing Company beer and hard seltzers (value: $34).

Total value: $649. Fore!

Gathering ideas and thoughts for a college essay and application can be challenging - on both the student and the parent! Why not let a professional provide guidance for success? College admissions consultant Dr. Robert Kohen is perfectly equipped to help students arrive at a deeper understanding of their authentic interests, values and goals, aid them in finding best fit colleges, and support them as they prepare authentic and impactful applications Leverage Dr. Kohen's expertise with an application and essay session via Zoom (value: $300). Expires 5/8/26.

Your scholar is going to need a treat after their hard work! Treat them to some thin crust slices from Riko's Pizza (value: $50).

Total value: $375.

Looking for college success with some sustenance along the way? Here are 2 ways to make it happen!! First, fuel your mind by spending 2 60-minute sessions with writing consultant Jen Hinkle of Let Me Help U College Essay Consulting (value: $300), delving into how to make your college essay shine. For use during the 2025-26 application year. Create a personal essay that reveals the person behind the test scores!

Then it's time to fuel your body! Enjoy treats from a Chick-fil-A basket, compliments of the Fairfield store (value: $75).

Why not treat yourself or someone special to breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert? This Ultimate Mealtime Solution makes mealtime easy for you! Included:

• Granola Bar gift card ($40)
• Battimelli's A&S Italian Fine Foods gift card ($50)
• The Gray Goose gift card ($100)
• Hinkle's Twinkles Custom Cookies to take home with you tonight - 2 dozen handmade cookies ($90) no nuts in the ingredients but made in a kitchen that is not nut-free

Total Value $180

The perfect package for the special guy in your life, and just in time for Father's Day!

• Buzz: Keep a neat look with a buzz from Greg & Tony Salon in Westport! Valid for 3 appointments for men's cuts (value: $165).
• Brews: Select your own brews with a $30 gift card from Elicit Brewing Company (value: $30).
• Laughs: Gather 3 of your friends to join you at the Fairfield Comedy Circle, where the best comics from New York to Boston and beyond perform to live crowds. Step inside the Circle Hotel and experience Fairfield County's most intimate spot to see live comedy every week. Includes 4 tickets (value: $120).

And remember, some of this can also be a couples' or friends' night out! The sky's the limit for your fun!

Total value: $410.

Enjoy the excitement and wonder of Long Island Sound aboard SoundWaters 80' Schooner. This package includes 4 tickets for a public sail (value: $180). Two-hour sunset and afternoon sails are offered all summer long from Stamford, CT. All passengers must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult. Bring snacks or dinner and your favorite beverage as you relax on the water. And as it can get chilly on the water, be sure to bring your brand new, cozy nautical themed wrap from Jane + Mercer (value: $50). Total value: $230.

Celebrate something special - or nothing at all - at the Delamar Southport. Enjoy a 1-night stay in a deluxe room for 2 people, including a buffet breakfast at Artisan Restaurant, Tavern & Garden. Situated along Southport's historic quarter, this quintessential New England boutique hotel exudes upscale charm through its understated elegance and thoughtful touches.

Artisan Restaurant, Tavern & Garden, where you will enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, elevates New England-inspired American cuisine with farm-fresh ingredients and locally sourced provisions.

This staycation is sure to please even the most discerning!

Value: $630.

For the child in your life who loves to move and shake! Learn a new style, refine your technique and enjoy a fun and memorable experience at one of Flash Pointe Dance's creative summer camps. Camps range in age from 3 years old to 12 years old. From Wicked to Taylor Swift to Disney Princesses, there is something sure to spark your favorite dancer's fancy this summer! Value: $275.

Discover a new book for yourself or your favorite bookworm at Black Rock Books. Black Rock's local bookstore is a place which sparks a love of literature and community in readers of all ages. Select a book of your choosing with a $25 gift card and show your love of this haven of books with some branded swag....a t-shirt (XL), a hat, an oversized mug (perfect for the included Bigelow tea!) and a vintage sticker (value: $75).

While exploring new chapters, get cozy with a beverage and snack from Las Vetas (value: $30) and sip a delicious tea from the enormous selection of teas from Fairfield-based Bigelow Tea Company (value: $75).

This package is as local as local gets!

Total value: $180.

Revel in the beauty and power of orchestral music with 2 adult tickets for each of the performances for the 2025-26 season of the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra (value: $720). Swing by Bonda for a delicious dinner before one of the concerts ($150 gift card). 2025-26 Norwalk Symphony Orchestra schedule:

• Saturday, October 18, 2025 - 7:30pm - Music of the Sea
• Sunday, December 7, 2025 - 3:00pm - Holiday Pops!
• Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 7:30pm - Guys & Dolls!
• Sunday, March 22, 2026 - 3:00pm - "Music for All Ages"
• Saturday, April 18, 2026 - Principals Concerto Concert
• Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 7:30pm - Mendelssohn's "Elijah"

Total value: $870.

A wine tasting sure to live up to "grape expectations!" Experience a private, in-store wine tasting for up to 12 guests at Kindred Spirits & Wine. Indulge in one of 8 popular wine themes. Taste a variety of premium, hand-picked wines as experts discuss each sample during your two-hour class. Redeemable for a mutually agreed upon date and time at any one of these stores: Shelton, Fairfield, Westport, Monroe (value: $400).

Alongside the wine tasting, delight in treats from a basket brimming with goodies from The Pantry, plus select some of your favorites using a $50 gift card (value: $200).

Total value: $600.

Spend an afternoon or evening in your private gazebo at the picturesque Aquila's Nest Vineyard in Newtown. Invite family, friends or a date to join you in an enchanted setting.

Gazebo seating spaces accommodate up to 8 guests and are the perfect location to gather, sample wine flights, slushies, sangrias or bottles of wine from the vineyard's collection, while enjoying the outdoor music, magical sunset and hilltop views. Each space is shaded and decorated with a different garden theme. A heater is included for the 2 hours your gazebo is reserved for you. Restrictions apply: valid for a Wednesday or Thursday visit only; wine and food not included. Value: $80.

Bring your own picnic with provisions from the included basket brimming with gourmet goodies from Palmers Market (value: $275) while you enjoy the wines produced right at the vineyard. Children are welcome - as long as they are watched!

Total value: $355.

Hottest ticket in town! Experience the excitement of Sacred Heart University Pioneers men's hockey during the home 2025-26 regular season with 4 VIP tickets to a single game. Enjoy the beautiful new SHU Martire Family Arena as you and 3 guests watch the action from the Consigli Suite with access to an open bar and great food (value: $400).

For bonus time with your buddies, laugh the night away at a live comedy show at The Stress Factory Bridgeport. Table for 8 people (value: $160). Does not include food or beverages. There is a 2-item minimum per person, can be any two items that are sold by The Stress Factory.

Total value: $560.

Whether a child's birthday party or a fun night out for adults, bowling is always a great way to spend time together! Enjoy a 2-hour bowling party at Brooklawn Country Club for up to 15 people. Snack on a slider bar and enjoy non-alcoholic beverages. Includes bowling balls, shoes and attendant. Arrangements to be made with Brooklawn Country Club Events Director.

Additional guests can be added for an additional fee. Guests must abide by club's dress code. Date must be mutually agreed upon; restrictions apply. Expires 12/31/25.

Enjoy some post-bowling treats from Alina's Cakes & Cookies of your choosing (value: $50).

Total value: $800.

What better way to head into summer than by reviving and relaxing from crown down?

• Enjoy a blowout with scalp scrub treatment from Blow Dry Southport (value: $90).
• Revive your skin with a facial from Massage Envy. This 60-minute long treatment can be customized for age defying, compromised or sensitive skin (value: $130).

Total value: $220.

Are you looking to spruce up your home, inside and out? Leverage the services of the pros to make your home even more "Home Sweet Home" and just in time for summer entertaining!

• Make your home beautiful, comfortable and a source of pride: kellydesigns specializes in interior design, decorating, home staging and redesign of spaces and dwellings. kellydesigns will help you create a space you love (value: $500).
• Luxury outdoors for every budget: use a 1 hour design consultation, onsite or virtual, with NOURISHED Gardens & Greenspaces to create a beautiful, custom designed outdoor living space with a focus on sustainability and ecological diversity. Valid in Fairfield and surrounding towns (value: $250).

Value: $750.

Make entertaining easy with a little help from some Fairfield friends!

Set a beautiful table, indoors or outdoors: Outdoor Design & Living's orchid table arrangement is sure to add a pop of color. Use the included $50 gift card to round out what you need for your table scape. (Value: $100).

Make your guests feel at home: From Vintage Garden, serve your guests from nautical themed serving ware...a square shaped tray, tumblers and a lobster imprinted dish towel. (Value: $80).

Cheers!: Mo's Wine & Spirits provides 3 perfect bottles of wine for your guests to enjoy, no matter what nibbles are served! (Value: $75).

Nosh: Sorrento Importing's basket of imported Italian treats are sure to be the perfect complement to the wine. (Value: $100).

It's effortless entertaining!

Total value: $355.

Just in time for Mother's Day or a spring or summer birthday surprise! Treat the special woman in your life to pearls and petals! Or treat yourself!

• In2 Design Necklace: Unique hand-crafted jewelry designed by Swedish-American designers with an emphasis on clean, natural and original. Adorn your loved one - or yourself with a beautiful necklace featuring a stunning fresh water pearl (value: $200).
• Fresh Flower Bar: Flowers instantly lift someone's spirits and brighten a room. Enjoy a 3 month subscription of gorgeous, seasonal flower arrangements from award-winning Fresh Flower Bar (value: $325).

Total value: $625.

Get ready for a special date night in Fairfield! Enjoy drinks and appetizers or apply the $50 gift card towards dinner at Brick Walk Tavern (value $50). Plus, 2 tickets to a 2025-26 Quick Center for the Arts performance or lecture and a Tastemaker membership (value: $165).

Total value: $215.

Swing into the summer in style!

Enhance the shine, tone and vibrancy of your hair color with a single process gloss & blow out from Greg & Tony (value: $190). It's sunny and bright out, and so is your hair!

When you're out and about, be sure to tote along your new large woven handbag with matching makeup pouch, a fashionable tortoise cuff bracelet and an abstract, lightweight and sustainable scarf from Dolma, all from beloved CAPRI right here in Fairfield (value: $175).

Total value: $365.

Even though we are on the cusp of summer, nights can still get chilly. Keep cozy and chic on those cooler nights with 2 stylish throw pillows and a complementary throw blanket from Jane + Mercer. Add to your cozy collection by shopping to your heart's content with a $200 gift card at Jane + Mercer. Value: $285.

Discover treasure in this gift bag from brand-new Lolli Sutton! Lolli Sutton is a thoughtfully curated vintage goods, new home decor and accessories purveyor located on the Post Road.

In this gift bag, you'll find a beautifully stitched clutch in bright colors paired with a glossy, white bangle, perfect for the summer. Plus, stroll on over to Lolli Sutton to spend the included $50 gift card and shop to your heart's content.

Value: $150.

Simply sandsational for summers by the beach, and all from Millie Rae's in Westport! When you're by the shore, sport this gorgeous straw hat, a summer straw handbag and the palest green lightweight scarf, reminiscent of sea glass. Be sure to swing by Millie Rae's to shop to complete your outfit with a $100 gift card.

Value: $250.

Planning for some bike rides as the weather turns warmer? Get your bike tuned up, grab your buddies for a ride and then treat them to a brewery tour of Two Roads Brewing Company. Wheels up and cheers to brews!

Trek over to Trek Bicycle Fairfield on Black Rock Turnpike and hand over your bike for a Level 2 Service. This Service Package is recommended for every 50+ hours of riding and includes:

• Align and adjust brakes
• Tune and adjust shifting
• Torque all fasteners
• Deep clean drivetrain
• Lateral and vertical wheel true
• Inspect bottom bracket
• Clean and polish bike

Also included is a brand new bike helmet from Trek (value of service and helmet: $350).

Decide which 9 friends will join you for a private tour of Two Roads Brewery in Stratford. The hour-long tour includes a history of Two Roads Brewery, a look into the process of how their beer is made and delicious beer tastings along the way! After the tour is complete head outside to their food trucks for some local favorites. Guests must be 21+. (Value: $200).

And remember, this can also be a couples' or friends' day out! The sky's the limit, as long as you keep the Two Roads experience to 10 people!

Total value: $550.

For your babes, this is the perfect gift! A gift basket from Fairfield's newest children's clothing store, Bailey Jaymes, includes baby essentials, plus a $25 gift card to spend as you wish (value: $84). And also for the babe, a beautiful, handmade baby quilt (value: $50).

Total value: $134.

This stunning necklace made of moss agate adorned with a Thai silver dragonfly was fashioned by Fairfield native Deborah Foote Kouzoukian of Loose Pearls, LLC.

Combining a dragonfly and moss agate in symbolism represents a potent blend of freedom, change, and growth. Moss agate, known for its grounding energy and connection to nature, symbolizes prosperity, balance, and inner peace. The dragonfly, on the other hand, is often associated with transformation, adaptability, and the pursuit of freedom and inner peace. Together, they suggest the ability to embrace change and find inner peace while navigating the journey of life, often symbolized by the dragonfly's flight.

Wear this necklace and be prepared to navigate life's challenges and emerge stronger.

Value: $175.

No need to leave Fairfield County to explore exquisite tastes from around the world! Take a culinary vacation with one of these experiences:

• Sample tapas and sangria at Barcelona Wine Bar dinner for 2 (value: $100)
• Enjoy Mexican inspired eats and a variety of tequilas at Geronimo (value: $250)
• No need for a passport for 2 tickets to the Fairfield International Food Fest! Grab a friend to try cuisines from all over at this inaugural event on Saturday, August 30 at FTC. It's not just about food; it's a cultural journey, featuring global cuisine, live music, artisans, and performances (value: $50).

Total value: $400.

These luxury finds are perfect for giving or receiving! Keep one for yourself and gift the other to someone you love! Or keep them both for yourself...we won't tell ;)

Enjoy the luxury of a soft, slouchy suede Hobo bag from J.McLaughlin. Roomy for weekends and travel and stylish for everyday (value: $150).

Embrace the crystal energy of a Jasper Luxe stack of 2 bracelets from Fairfield's own Haute Energy. Jasper evokes the following energies: physical, emotional, balance and protection. Stay grounded with these beautiful bracelets (value: $300).

Total value: $450.

Grab a loved one or friend and plan a beach picnic! We've got everything you need to enjoy the perfect summer meal with your toes in the sand!

• Head to Nordic Fish in Fairfield to order 2 Beach Bakes, complete with a 1 1/2 lb. steamed lobster, fresh corn on the cob, steamers, mussels, roasted potatoes and drawn butter, all cooked and ready to serve (value: $75).
• Be sure to bring the Trader Joe's reusable bag filled with picnic snacks (value: $50).
• It gets chilly by the water so pack the 2 quarter zips from Island Outfitters (value: $75).
• And to quench your thirst, pull a cold Whalers beer from a 6 pack that you've stashed in your new Operation Hope branded cooler (value: $22).

Ahhhh....isn't life grand at the beach?

Total value: $222.

Sabita Holistic Center invites you into "the global experience of the little pink house," the landmark building on the Post Road in Southport. Experience a 50-minute deep tissue massage and let the stress ebb away as you enter bliss and relaxation. No expiration. Leave healthy and happy! Value: $150.

What's for dinner? Easily answer this age-old question with one of these convenient, delicious and appealing local options for take out or dine in!

• Blackstones gift card ($100)
• Martel gift card ($100)
• Italian Kitchen Family Dinner: Salad, pasta, entree and a 2 liter soda (value: $55)

The ultimate in Game Night fun! Options for all ages, whether you're playing games with the kids or having an adult game night. From classics to new, there is something for everyone. Game on!

• UNO
• M.A.S.H
• Clue
• Blank Slate
• Pie Face
• Guess Who?
• Candyland
• Monopoly
• 365 Games Collection
• Sidewalk chalk

And some treats! Enjoy a $15 Dunkin gift card and a $25 "Food & Laughs" gift card valid at a variety of establishments.

Value: $210.

Bid on this ultimate man cave essentials gift basket filled with a variety of snacks and drinks. The cooler is packed with snacks, a 6 pack of Two Roads Brewing Company IPA craft beer and a Cheers wall bottle opener.

For the DIY guy, the included $25 gift card for Home Depot is helpful for those home projects!

For the fishing pro, or even the guy who wants to dip in a toe...shop at Bass Pro Shops with the included $25 gift card. Plus, Bass offers a lot more than just fishing equipment!

This gift basket is perfect for a relaxing evening in or hosting poker or a game watching party! And this could make a great Father's Day gift!

Value: $130.

Summer is just around the corner, which means it'll soon be picnic season! Whether on the beach, at the park or in your backyard, we have you covered for a picnic paradise! This gift basket includes:

Stylish picnic hamper filled with picnic essentials: 1 bottle of wine, cutlery, napkins, plates, glasses...all you need to do is pick up some food!

Grab some grub with these gift cards: $25 Food & Laughs and $25 Let's Eat (valid at a variety of establishments).

Games! Because you can't have a picnic without games! Tic Tac Toss and Jumbo Pong.

Value: $180.

Arrrr, we've found the booty! Enjoy this treasure chest filled with a bottle of Captain Morgan's Private Stock Rum and a slew of scratch off lottery tickets. We hope that you've got the winning ticket! Fair winds and following seas!

Value: $150.

Sometimes the easiest gift for Mom is a collection of gift cards! Let Mom choose what she likes on her special day! Treat Mom to:

• Her favorite book: Barnes & Noble $25 gift card
• Decor & more: HomeGoods $25 gift card
• Her choice: Ultra or Macys, $25 gift card (and other choices!)
• Caffeine! Dunkin $15 gift card

Total value: $115

Invite your friends over, you're having a party! This basket makes party hosting easy, elegant and fun!

• Head to Harry's Wine & Liquor Market and select something festive with a $50 gift card (value: $50).
• From Vintage Garden, use your customizable wooden board to build a board of tantalizing treats, accompanied by cute cocktail napkins in a woven holder. Pour the libations from Harry's into 4 adorable stemless glasses etched with "Happy Hour" (value: $150).

Total value: $200.

Treat yourself and your honey to an ultimate date night!

Once you've settled on your perfect outfit, leave your hair to the pros! Use one of a three-pack of blowouts at Blow Dry Southport on date night and save the rest for another occasion. Value: $165.

Head over to Paci in Southport for an upscale modern Italian dinner for the two of you. It's romance overload in this cozy restaurant! Value: $200.

Va va va voom!

Total value: $365.

What better time than spring to start getting in shape? Everyone who walks through the doors at The Bar Method is different. Some like the escape. Others like the burn. But one thing is always the same - the endless pursuit of a stronger body and healthier sense of self. Experience full-body workouts with the best in the barre business..

You'll step into the studio where stress fades away, confidence soars, and every pulse is a step closer to reaching your most powerful self. 30 days of unlimited classes and bag full of goodies will get you started on your way! Value: $175.

Not that you're not already perfect, but we can all use a little something extra! Get your smile special event ready! A teeth whitening procedure from Fairfield's Cosmetic & Reconstructive Dentistry Value: $475.

Who doesn't appreciate a clean, sparkling car? And what a luxe way to clean off all the pollen on your car later this season! Take advantage of a 5 Star Detail from Splash Car Wash, a comprehensive two-phase (interior and exterior) auto detail. Beep beep! Value: $325.

A Green Mountain summer getaway in Killington, Vermont offers a blend of outdoor adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences. The area is known for its stunning scenery, vibrant events, and delicious local food scene. Visitors can enjoy activities like hiking, biking, golfing and exploring the local craft breweries.

Spend 7 nights at the Killington Grand Hotel, Killington's only full-service mountainside hotel. It features a convenient ski-bridge access to the slopes from December-March (snow conditions permitting). When the snow is gone, guests can use it to walk to the Bike Park and Snowshed Adventure Center, home of exciting summer attractions like the thrilling Beast Mountain Coaster. Golfers will find the first tee of Killington's 18-hole championship course a mere 200 yards from the front door. Enjoy the heated outdoor pool open year-round, Preston's Restaurant and Bar, lounge by the firepit and take in the natural beauty of the Green Mountains.

Accommodations: a 1 bedroom suite overlooking Killington Mountain that sleeps 4-6 and includes a bedroom with queen bed and a queen sofa bed in living room plus a queen Murphy bed in the living room. 1 bedroom suites have 1 bathroom and a fully-equipped kitchenette. Enjoy coffee or cocktails from the balcony overlooking Killington Mountain. Housekeeping upon request.

Must redeem within these weeks: 6/1/25-6/6/25; 6/6/25-6/13/25; 6/27/25-7/4/25; 7/25/25-8/1/25.

Value: $2,100.

Elevate your evening with this Bourbon Collector's Lot from Corner Keg & Spirits! This curated selection features a blend of premium bourbon brands including Blanton's, Eagle Rare 10 Year Old and Buffalo Trace.

Bid now for the ultimate in-home bourbon experience!

Value: $230.

Cheers to enjoying a variety of wines in the comfort of your own home! Find your perfect wine in this collection of 25 bottles generously donated by Operation Hope's Board of Directors. Bottles are valued at an average of $25. These bottles are perfect for adding to your personal collection or gifting to a friend. So much wine, so little time! Value: $600.

Standardized test taking for college applications can be hard - both on the student and on the parent! Why not let a professional provide guidance for success? College admissions consultant Dr. Robert Kohen is perfectly equipped to help students significantly improve their SAT, ACT, ISEE and SSAT scores. Dr. Kohen has extensive experience identifying areas for growth, simplifying difficult material, building study skills, motivating students, easing anxiety and instilling confidence. Leverage Dr. Kohen's expertise with a test prep session via Zoom (value: $300). Expires 5/8/26.

Your student is going to need a treat after acing that test! Enjoy treats from a Chick-fil-A basket, compliments of the Fairfield store (value: $75).

Total value: $375.

The NY Mets had a great 2024 season and the 2025 season should be even better! Wear your blue and orange to cheer on the Mets while you and 3 friends get close to the action with field level seats! Valid for a Monday - Thursday home game during the 2025 regular season (value: $300). Let's go Mets!

Tickets are subject to availability and cannot be resold under any circumstances.

Invite 2 of your friends to play a round of golf and enjoy lunch with member Peter DiDomenico at the beautiful, tree-lined course at Brooklawn Country Club in Fairfield.

Step into the footsteps of golf legends and play a course known to be one of the earliest members of the USGA. Boasting a newly renovated clubhouse, the Club's course design is one of the finest in Connecticut. The course has been the site of five USGA championships: 1974 U.S. Junior Amateur, 1979 U.S. Women's Open, 1978 U.S. Senior Open, 2003 U.S. Girls' Junior and 2021 U.S. Senior Women's Open.

You and two friends will warm up on the practice tee, play a round with carts and enjoy lunch with Peter DiDomenico. What a fun way to spend the day! Many thanks to Operation Hope Board Member Peter DiDomenico for this opportunity.

Are you and your friends fans of bourbon? Well, that reason alone is cause for celebration and a perfect excuse to participate in a bourbon tasting at Brooklawn Country Club. Of course, you could just crack open some bottles and let people casually drink, but you could also make this into a true learning session.

Hosted by bourbon connoisseur Greg Keeley and Operation Hope Board Member Deborah Keeley, this bourbon tasting for six people showcases distinct styles of whiskey. Guests will have the opportunity to discuss how the region plays an important role in each one. Tasting selections include: Kentucky Owl, Four Roses, Jefferson's, Blanton's, E.H. Taylor Jr., and Japanese Whiskeys. This tasting offers a diverse range of producers and interesting stories of the history of each Distillery and their brands. In addition to the tasting, learn how the history of Bourbon has grown and evolved from the original settlers, through the prohibition until the resolution was passed by Congress in 1964 declaring it America's native Spirit.

Light bites will accompany the tasting. Event must be hosted before October 31, 2025. This bourbon tasting makes an unforgettable group date night, ladies' night or men's night out! Many thanks to Greg and Deborah Keeley for this opportunity.

Prepare for the ultimate bucket list safari experience! You and a guest will spend 6 nights and 6 days in the heart of the Zula Nyala Game Reserve, in Hluhluwe, Kwazuulu Natel, South Africa. Zulu Nyala is a privately-owned safari game reserve, located in one of the largest and most diverse conservation areas in Southern Africa. Included are luxury accommodations, three delicious meals each day, and two game viewing activities per day. Experience the excitement of open vehicle safaris with qualified guides and rangers. You will get up close and personal with wildlife on the reserve, such as elephant, rhino, buffalo, hippo and the elusive leopard. Don't underestimate the magic of some of the smaller bush creatures, such as warthog, mongoose, genet, porcupine and the ever-mischievous monkey. The privately owned reserve is home to over 40 different species of animals, extensive birdlife and magnificent indigenous flora. Enjoy incredible facilities such as swimming pools, bars, gym, spa, gardens, resident wildlife, tennis court, library/tv areas, restaurant areas and more.

The Heritage Safari Lodge property is home to the largest Zulu Cultural Village in South Africa, where the residents still live and practice Zulu traditions as their ancestors did hundreds of years ago. Come and experience traditional Zulu beer and spear making; sangomas who read your future in the bones that they throw; the Zulu version of martial arts: stick fighting; bead and basket making, and high-kicking, rhythmic Zulu dancing.

Must be used within two years of purchase date. Does not include airfare, transfers, travel insurance, gratuity, additional excursions, laundry, cocktails and soft drinks.

Invite two of your friends to join you for a round of golf and lunch at the exquisite Country Club of Fairfield. You will be hosted by Country Club of Fairfield member Bob Moriarty. Overlooking Long Island Sound, this exclusive golf course was designed by Seth Raynor. A prote?ge? of Charles Blair Macdonald, who was known as the father of golf in America, Raynor crafted a links-style layout that featured versions of many of the best golf holes in the British Isles. The course has served as a challenging venue for The Met Open, the Connecticut Open and the Met PGA Championship.

Spend a memorable day at The Country Club of Fairfield! Many thanks to Operation Hope Board Member and Immediate Past Chair Bob Moriarty for this opportunity.

Spend a long fall or winter weekend at this beautiful retreat on Upper Saranac Lake owned by Operation Hope Board Member Colleen Connor and Brian Kelahan. Nestled in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains in far upstate New York, this retreat is the perfect spot for leaf peeping or a ski weekend!

Conveniently located close to entertainment, restaurants, art, shopping and outdoor activities, the house is just 15 minutes to the charming village of Saranac Lake, 25 minutes to Lake Placid (home of the 1980 Winter Olympics) and just 45 minutes to Whiteface Mountain, one of New York's premier ski and cross country skiing destinations.

Accommodating as many as 10 people, the house is fully winterized and is a lakefront property. The newly renovated chef's kitchen is perfect for gourmet cooks and the great room with a fireplace is perfect to to snuggle in and stay warm while admiring the lake view. Make this a weekend to remember! Many thanks to Operation Hope Board Member Colleen Connor and Brian Kelahan for this opportunity.

Every donation helps us to provide essential services to families who are hungry, homeless and at risk in our community. We can't help our neighbors in need without your generous support.

OUR MISSION:

Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.

Our programs and services focus on eliminating hunger and homelessness, and are designed to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.

Every donation helps us to provide essential services to families who are hungry, homeless and at risk in our community. We can't help our neighbors in need without your generous support.

OUR MISSION:

Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.

Our programs and services focus on eliminating hunger and homelessness, and are designed to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.

Every donation helps us to provide essential services to families who are hungry, homeless and at risk in our community. We can't help our neighbors in need without your generous support.

OUR MISSION:

Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.

Our programs and services focus on eliminating hunger and homelessness, and are designed to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.

Every donation helps us to provide essential services to families who are hungry, homeless and at risk in our community. We can't help our neighbors in need without your generous support.

OUR MISSION:

Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.

Our programs and services focus on eliminating hunger and homelessness, and are designed to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.

Every donation helps us to provide essential services to families who are hungry, homeless and at risk in our community. We can't help our neighbors in need without your generous support.

OUR MISSION:

Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.

Our programs and services focus on eliminating hunger and homelessness, and are designed to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.

Every donation helps us to provide essential services to families who are hungry, homeless and at risk in our community. We can't help our neighbors in need without your generous support.

OUR MISSION:

Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.

Our programs and services focus on eliminating hunger and homelessness, and are designed to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.

Every donation helps us to provide essential services to families who are hungry, homeless and at risk in our community. We can't help our neighbors in need without your generous support.

OUR MISSION:

Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.

Our programs and services focus on eliminating hunger and homelessness, and are designed to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.

Every donation helps us to provide essential services to families who are hungry, homeless and at risk in our community. We can't help our neighbors in need without your generous support.

OUR MISSION:

Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.

Our programs and services focus on eliminating hunger and homelessness, and are designed to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.

Every donation helps us to provide essential services to families who are hungry, homeless and at risk in our community. We can't help our neighbors in need without your generous support.

OUR MISSION:

Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.

Our programs and services focus on eliminating hunger and homelessness, and are designed to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.