ALL ITEMS
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Win a stay at Ocean House RI
RaffleEach raffle ticket is $25
2 night stay in Tower Suite at Ocean House in Watch Hill, RI with $1000 resort credit.
About Tower Suite:
The impressive Tower Suite at Ocean House offers grand accommodations and dramatic views of the Atlantic, Napatree Point, Stonington and Watch Hill. Decorated by Greenwich-based designer, Cindy Rinfret, using bright blues and gentle creams, the suite has a nautical charm reflective of the resort's seaside location.
The first level of the two story hotel room offers a gracious foyer, master suite and powder room. The master bedroom boasts a king-size bed and bathroom with standing shower with beach stone floor and a tea-for-two tub. An adjoining guest room-including a king-size bed and a four-fixture marble bathroom with large shower and deep-soaking tub-may be reserved.
Large stairs lead to the second-level living area featuring stunning floor-to-ceiling fir paneling, a charming slate fireplace, built-in bookshelves and window seats. The adjoining dining area has a custom-built banquette and access to a roof deck overlooking the ocean. The sun-drenched kitchen features state-of-the-art appliances and elegant granite countertops.
An impressive spiral wooden staircase leads to the Crow's Nest - a cozy den overlooking the living area, with a daybed and a full bath with standup shower. A ladder leads to the historically replicated widow's walk.
Details: Valid from November to April and expires in December 2024.
Total package is worth $9600.
Drawing will take place on September 30, 2023 at noon at Christ Church Parish Hall in Greenwich, CT.
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A Karaoke Dinner Party for 12
Live ItemA night of Karaoke with our very own Broadway star? YES, PLEASE! Meg Piper will be onsite to lead you and your guests through all of the greatest hits while you dine on dinner from Courtnay's Kitchen. Courtnay Arpano will work with the winner, and up to 12 guests, choosing a menu from one of Courtnay's Kitchen specialties. The 3-hour party also includes a kitchen helper to help with set-up and clean-up. Meg has performed in countless Broadway Shows, Cabarets and Benefits. She has appeared on television and in numerous commercials and Soap Operas, and has spent time as a radio DJ, a dance instructor and lent her talents to voice overs as well.
Includes a kitchen helper for 3 hours to help with set-up and clean-up. Mutually agreed upon date. Expires September 30, 2024. Winner must live in Greenwich or locally.
THIS ITEM WILL BE AUCTIONED OFF LIVE AT THE HORTULUS CELEBRATION PARTY, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 6:30 - 9:00 pm, Christ Church Parish Hall
Donated by Meg Piper and Courtnay's Kitchen
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Private Cooking Class for 14!
Live ItemCourtnay's Kitchen is donating a hands-on Cooking Party for 14! The winner and their guests will spend a morning preparing a technique-based, seasonal lunch with local cooking teacher and Hortulus member, Courtnay Arpano. Up to 14 guests will participate in a 3-hour, hands-on class where a three-course meal will be prepared, then lunch will be served after the cooking is complete.
Seasonal menu to be customized between Courtnay and recipient. Mutually agreed upon date. Cooking class to be held at Courtnay's Kitchen, located at 136 Hamilton Avenue in Greenwich. Expires 9/30/2024.
THIS ITEM WILL BE AUCTIONED OFF LIVE AT THE HORTULUS CELEBRATION PARTY, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 6:30 - 9:00 pm, Christ Church Parish Hall
Donated by Courtnay's Kitchen
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Meg Critchell Holiday Mantel!
$650Hortulus' uber talented and creative Meg Critchell will help with your holiday decorating! Meg will come to your house and create a spectacular holiday mantel complete with all the trimmings.
Actual size and materials to be determined by the purchaser and Meg. Date of install to be mutually agreed upon. Valid in Fairfield and Westchester Counties. Expires September 30, 2024.
Donated by Meg Critchell
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Sip and Paint Party for Eight
$650Invite 7 lucky guests to join you in creating your own beautiful pieces of art, courtesy of the marvelous and talented artists, Lela Philip and Nina Weld. The winner will also receive a $200 gift certificate towards cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.
All art supplies will be included. To be held in the winner's home, and the winner will provide all food and drink (an additional $200 certificate is included). Location within the local Greenwich area. Date to be mutually agreed upon with the artists. Expires 10/31/2024.
Donated by Lela Philip and Nina Weld
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Tourmaline Flower Earrings
$525These beautiful Tourmaline Flower Earrings are hand made of Sterling Silver, Champagne Diamonds and Pink, Yellow and Green Tourmaline. Sophisticated, chic, and easy to wear dressed up or down!
Measure 23mm and set in Sterling Silver.
Donated by Fahey Fine Jewelry
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Kitchen Makeover with Courtnay
$450Spend three hours in your kitchen with Courtnay Arpano, owner of Courtnay's Kitchen and a Hortulus member, as she helps you clean out, de-clutter and rethink your kitchen strategy. From pots and pans to storage and organization, your kitchen will look and function at its best!
Up to 3 hours and valid within Fairfield and Westchester Counties. Expires 9/30/2024.
Donated by Courtnay's Kitchen
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Horseneck Wine Tasting for 14!
$1000Enjoy a memorable and educational night with Greg Rubin, owner of Horseneck Wines. Greg will guide your group through a one of a kind regional wine tasting of your choice!
Up to 14 in total. Valid until 10/30/2024. Mutually agreed upon date and time.
Donated by Horseneck Wine & Spirits
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Rhonda Spevak Original Print
$1000This stunning flower photograph has been donated by Rhonda Spevak and is printed on archival pigment and framed. Rhonda Spevak has been a professional photographer for 15 years. Her work has appeared in Bedford and New Canaan Magazine, Hampton Magazine and Record Review. She lives in Pound Ridge with her two daughters.
Printed photograph, full bleed on archival pigment, 24" x36". Framed.
Donated by Rhonda Spevak
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Bruce Museum Private Tour
$350Up to 10 adults will join Cary Keigher, a Bruce Museum docent and Hortulus member, for a one hour program and tour, highlighting the groundbreaking art and science exhibitions.
The Bruce Museum, Greenwich's world-class community-based art and science institution, recently premiered a transformative $67 million expansion project, anchored by the contemporary and spacious William L. Richter Art Wing, leading-edge science galleries, and inventive public spaces.
Tour must be scheduled by September 28, 2024 and a mutually agreeable time during the Museum's regular operating hours. Photo credit Michael Biondi.
Donated by The Bruce Museum and Cary Keigher
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Brooks Melly Original Painting
$550"REFLECTION" is an original oil on canvas donated by Hortulus member, Brooks Melly. Brooks' subject matter ranges from ethereal landscapes to abstract minimalism. Her works are featured in many private collections in Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Florida.
18" x 18" Oil on Canvas, with Silver Leaf. Painting is in a floating Silver Frame.
Donated by Brooks Melly
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Annabelle's Collection
$300Perfect stand alone pieces or as a group, these beautiful stack bracelets are a gift from Annabelle Marvin, Hortulus member! Add 2 small 14k gold-filled bracelets and 1 large 14k gold-filled bracelet to your jewelry collection.
Donated by Annabelle's Collection
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Private Vineyard Tour for Two!
$225Enjoy a guided tour and tasting for two of the Single-Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon at Nickel & Nickel Winery in the heart of Napa Valley. Located in Oakville, California, Nickel & Nickel brings back to life the farmstead that was first settled on the site in the late 1880's. Your visit will include the winery, the historic Sullenger House, a walk through the Gleason Bard, their subterranean barrel cellar and more. This is the perfect addition to a planned wine country tour!
This certificate is for 2 guests. Reservations are required and must be booked 6-8 weeks in advance. Based on a mutually agreed upon date and time.
Donated by Nickel & Nickel Winery