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Solebury Wine Cellar
Live ItemThanks to the generous spirit and finely tuned palate of Solebury parents, faculty, and supporters, we present the Solebury Wine Cellar. Each bottle has been thoughtfully chosen and labeled with the donor's name.
This year's wine cellar features a spectacular and wide-ranging selection of nearly 50 bottles, including a bottle of 2019 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon and a bottle of 2019 Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon from Stag's Leap Wine Cellars.
And, back by popular demand - certified Wine Professional and Wine Diva, Dina Given-Wysocky P'23, will conduct a tasting with the winner, along with a guided tour of the cellar.
This item is only available for live bidding during our in-person auction on May 14 or by proxy. Contact auction@solebury.org to bid by proxy.
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7 Nights on Portuguese Coast
Live ItemEnjoy one week in the magical seaside village of Zambujeira do Mar, Portugal. Located in the southern coastal region of Alentejo, Zambujeira do Mar is known for its captivating coastline surrounded by weathered cliffs and sandy shores.
Live like a local in your quaint two-bedroom home that sleeps four people comfortably. You will be only steps from the charming beaches, shops, and restaurants that make this town so special. Nearby vineyards, harbors, and ancient castles make this a wonderful area to explore beyond the village, as well.
This vacation can be arranged any time between 9/1/22 and 9/1/23 on a date mutually agreeable for the donor and the winner. There is also limited availability during Summer 2022, including the week of August 14-21.
Also included is this beautiful 20 inch tall vase made of recycled glass and made in Portugal.
This item is only available for live bidding during our in-person auction on May 14 or by proxy. Contact auction@solebury.org to bid by proxy.
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Lunch w/NPR's Marty Moss-Coane
Live ItemHave you ever wondered what it is like to host one of the most respected weekday interview programs on regional radio? Is your student contemplating a career in journalism? Are you a loyal listener of Philadelphia's NPR radio station, WHYY? If so, this is the opportunity for you and one guest to sit down for lunch at Charcoal in Yardley, PA with Marty Moss-Coane P'00, host and executive producer of Radio Times. This popular live radio program covers social issues, public policy, books, films, and more. She is considered one of the tri-state area's most thought-provoking and balanced radio hosts. Her programs reflect the belief that guiding discussions fairly and accurately are of prime importance in educating and informing the audience, allowing them to make sound and informed decisions.
This item is only available for live bidding during our in-person auction on May 14 or by proxy. Contact auction@solebury.org to bid by proxy.
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Primo Campus Parking Spot
Live ItemPerhaps the most sought-after prize of the night: a reserved parking space in the center of campus for you and your hard-working student! No more lugging heavy book bags or trudging from the distant Athletic Center parking lot during blizzards, monsoons, stifling heat, and blustery winds. Your student will be the luckiest person on campus!
This item is only available for live bidding during our in-person auction on May 14 or by proxy. Contact auction@solebury.org
to bid by proxy.
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Head's Bourbon Basket
Live ItemOnce again, our Head of School Tom Wilschutz and his lovely wife Rebecca have curated a delightful selection of their favorite bourbons and ryes for you to enjoy. The 13th annual Head's Bourbon Basket consists of the following 12 bottles selected for their quality and personal significance to Tom and Rebecca:
- Wolves Rye Project #1
- Blue Run High Rye Bourbon
- Widow Jane Bourbon
- Alberta Premium Cask Rye
- Killowen 10-Year-Old Dark Rum Irish Whiskey
- Willet Family Pot Still Reserve Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey
- The Clover Rye Whiskey
- Whistle Pig Piggyback Six-Year Whiskey
- Elijah Craig 12-Year-Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- Basil Hayden's Dark Rye
- John J. Bowman Virginia Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey
This item is only available for live bidding during our in-person auction on May 14 or by proxy. Contact auction@solebury.org
to bid by proxy.
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Graduation Package
Live ItemArrive relaxed and ready to enjoy every minute of this most memorable event-your senior's 2022 graduation. The day is made easy for you, starting with reserved spots in the front row during the ceremony for your party to enjoy a perfect view of this momentous event on June 4, 2022. Professional photographer Stephen Barth will capture your graduate and your family on this important day in a private photo session. Your graduate will receive a fantastic assortment of Solebury swag, including a custom Solebury No. 540 Standard Issue East West Tote by Billykirk, an embossed Solebury valet tray by Billykirk, and more! This package is sure to be the capstone of your family's Solebury School experience!
Valid for 2022 Graduation Only.
This item is only available for live bidding during our in-person auction on May 14 or by proxy. Contact auction@solebury.org to bid by proxy.
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6 Tix to the Mann Music Center
Live ItemDo you love live music? This package includes preferred parking and six (6) VIP tickets to almost any concert* during the 2022 season at the Mann Music Center. These tickets can all be used at one concert, or they can be split between two concerts.
This season's spectacular lineup includes beloved annual events like the Roots Picnic and concerts with the Philly Pops, along with major acts such as Josh Groban, Bonnie Raitt, Van Morrison, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss (limited availability), and more! The Mann's beautiful campus in Fairmount Park features stunning skyline views, fine outdoor dining, the world-class TD Pavilion, and an open-air Skyline Stage.
After two summers with almost no live music, this is your chance to revel in the ultimate Philadelphia outdoor concert experience with your friends!
*Phish concerts on July 19 and 20 are excluded from this package.
This item is only available for live bidding during our in-person auction on May 14 or by proxy. Contact auction@solebury.org to bid by proxy.
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Stephen Colbert in NYC
Live ItemThe winner of this package will enjoy an incredible night in New York City! The experience begins with two tickets (on a date of the winner's choosing) to a taping of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the #1 show in late night. Featuring Grammy-winning bandleader Jon Batiste with his band, Stay Human, the Emmy Award-nominated show is broadcast from the historic Ed Sullivan Theater.
After the taping, enjoy dinner for two at Yoon Haeundae Galbi, an upscale Korean barbecue restaurant in Midtown Manhattan praised by The New York Times as a "champion of short ribs in Koreatown." Owner and Solebury alum Bobby Yoon '05 created Yoon Haeundae Galbi to carry on his grandfather's legacy and bring authentic Korean food from Haeundae, Busan, South Korea to New York City. He is waiting to welcome you to his restaurant.
End the night with a luxurious overnight stay using your $500 Marriott gift card. This can be used at over 25 Marriott brand hotels, including luxury brands, such as St. Regis, Ritz Carlton and LeMeridien, as well as boutique and historic hotels in New York, such as The Essex House and The Algonquin Hotel.
This item is only available for live bidding during our in-person auction on May 14 or by proxy. Contact auction@solebury.org to bid by proxy.
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Nakashima Walnut Wohl Table
Live ItemThis stunning, one-of-a kind table will surely become the centerpiece of any room in your home.
This free-edge, single-board American Black Walnut Wohl Table with (1) East Indian Rosewood butterfly measures +-25" x +-20" x 21"H +- 1 /8"T. Designed exclusively for the Solebury auction by Mira Nakashima '59, daughter of the late, great George Nakashima P'59 '73, this table is accompanied by its original design drawings.
George Nakashima is an internationally known designer and craftsman who lived and worked in Bucks County. After his passing in 1990, his children have continued his tradition of designing and building distinctive, high-quality furniture, which highlights the natural features of the wood.
This item is only available for live bidding during our in-person auction on May 14 or by proxy. Contact auction@solebury.orgto bid by proxy.