Men, don't miss this exciting chance to don your poker face and participate in a special Texas Hold 'em Tournament! This has become a time-honored Gillispie tradition! Plan on a fabulous and fun-filled evening featuring professional poker dealers, catered food, and a well-stocked bar. And don't worry if you don't know how to play, as a poker manager will be there to guide you! The one winner will receive a $1000 cash pay-out - essentially reimbursing you for your ticket to play! The Fine Print: A limited number of tickets will be sold by the spot for $1,000 each. The event will take place on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 6:00PM in La Jolla. Friends of Gillispie are welcome to purchase tickets; it is not required that attendees be a parent of a current student. Thank you to The Kleinbubs and the Fakhimis for hosting this event for the 4th time!

Women, don't miss this exciting chance to participate in Gillispie's 2nd annual Women's Poker Tournament! Thank you to Alexis and Dan McCandless for kickstarting this tradition last year! Plan on a fabulous and fun-filled evening featuring professional poker dealers, catered food, and a well-stocked bar. And don't worry if you don't know how to play, as a poker manager will be there to guide you! What is better than an evening surrounded by the girls? The one winner will receive a $1000 cash pay-out, essentially reimbursing you for your ticket to play! The Fine Print: A limited number of tickets will be sold by the spot for $1,000 each. The event will take place on Friday, September 29, 2023, at the home of Ashley and Ted Jacobs. Friends of Gillispie are welcome to purchase tickets; it is not required that attendees be a parent of a current student. Thank you to the Jacobs and the Kleinbubs for hosting this event!

Single wine toss opportunity

Six wines tosses

Treat yourself to a fun and relaxing afternoon! Indulge in a yoga class taught by Gillispie mom, Amanda McCarroll, and feel energized and renewed. Buddhi Yoga is one of La Jolla's best hidden gems, and your session will begin with a 60-minute slow flow yoga class that includes expert adjustments and a guided meditation. This will be followed by time on the magical rooftop Buddhi Garden, where you will enjoy light appetizers by celebrity chef, Coree Costa of Juiciest Fruit, and delicious wine. This special treat is open to 20 guests and will take place on Saturday afternoon, May 6, from 3pm-5pm

Men, don't miss this exciting chance to don your poker face and participate in a special Texas Hold 'em Tournament! This has become a time-honored Gillispie tradition! Plan on a fabulous and fun-filled evening featuring professional poker dealers, catered food, and a well-stocked bar. And don't worry if you don't know how to play, as a poker manager will be there to guide you! The one winner will receive a $1000 cash-back pay-out - essentially being reimbursed for his ticket!

The Fine Print: A limited number of tickets will be sold by the spot for $1,000 each. The event will take place on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 6:00PM in La Jolla. Friends of Gillispie are welcome to purchase tickets; it is not required that attendees be a parent of a current student.

Thank you to The Kleinbubs and the Fakhimis for hosting this event for the 4th time!

Women, don't miss this exciting chance to participate in Gillispie's 2nd annual Women's Poker Tournament! Thank you to Alexis and Dan McCandless for kickstarting this tradition last year! Plan on a fabulous and fun-filled evening featuring professional poker dealers, catered food, and a well-stocked bar. And don't worry if you don't know how to play, as a poker manager will be there to guide you! What is better than an evening surrounded by the girls? The one winner will receive $1000 - in essence a refund of her ticket! The Fine Print: A limited number of tickets will be sold by the spot for $1,000 each. The event will take place on Friday, September 29, 2023, at the home of Ashley and Ted Jacobs. Friends of Gillispie are welcome to purchase tickets; it is not required that attendees be a parent of a current student. Thank you to the Jacobs and the Kleinbubs for hosting this event!

Inspirato is a luxury vacation club of the highest caliber. With exquisite and unique destinations all over the world, an Inspirato vacation guarantees the best in accommodation, pre-trip planning, on-site concierge and cleaning services, and customized add-ons. This incredible getaway is for 3 nights at one of 15 desirable locations, including Boston, Chicago, Deer Valley, Laguna Beach, Palmetto Bluff (S. Carolina), Los Angeles, NYC, Santa Fe, Pebble Beach, Sonoma, Savannah, Vail, Los Cabos, and Scottsdale. These getaways are over-the-top glorious! AND, included with this package is a 6-month Inspirato membership, so you can take advantage of this level of travel for 6 additional months. Another great benefit - you have 1 year to book your trip and an additional year to complete it. So take your time and select the getaway that delights you most!

Sail away on a 3-hour Sunset Bay Cruise with other Gillispie families, on Saturday, June 3, from 3pm - 6pm! Relax aboard the Mr. A+ for a sunset champagne cruise on San Diego Bay, ending in Coronado. You will love this tour of the bay aboard a 62-foot yacht, featuring outdoor seating as well as climate-controlled indoor seating, and plenty of space on either of the open decks. This gorgeous boat, captained by Gillispie grandparent, John Alioto, and assisted by his mighty crew of Scott and Melissa Murfey, parents of Ryder (Grade 3), will take you to Coronado, where the group will dock and enjoy a Dutch-treat dinner of their choice before Ubering back home. This cruise will depart from the San Diego Yacht Club. Wine, beer, and hors d'oeuvres will be served. Winners are responsible for their own dinner and transportation home. Your purchase includes ONE spot at the event, so if you plan to come with your spouse/partner or a friend, please be sure to buy TWO. $150.00 per person; there are 12 spots available. Thank you to the Murfey and Alioto Families for this donation!

Join Gillispie families, Erin and Peter Preuss & Melissa and Scott Murfey, for a delightful evening of sunset cocktails and dinner on the sandy beaches of the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club on Friday, September 22, 2023. Kick off your shoes, relax, and enjoy the best of San Diego's "summer" season while socializing with other Gillispie friends . This is limited to 20 guests and the cost is $150 PER PERSON. Thank you to Erin and Peter Preuss & Melissa and Scott Murfey for hosting this delightful event!

Come enjoy a wonderful and festive evening at Casa ZuaZua - home of Parissa Tadrissi and Kevin Jenkins. Oh, what a bonita tarde! You will enjoy Spanish cocktails and cava, snack on pinxtos and tapas, and then revel in a sit-down paella dinner - prepared by Kevin - and more! This incredible dinner experience is for up to 8 people and each spot is $150. So make sure to purchase 2 tickets if you are coming as a couple! Bravissimo!

May 13, 2023

Is your child interested in trying martial arts? Are you gun-shy about enrolling for an entire semester or season? Enjoy a VIP card for 1 month of unlimited classes, where you can enjoy the experience without making a long-term commitment. This is for new students only and des not expire.

For your budding scientist, this is a priceless experience! Dr. Hudson Freeze is a world-renowned research scientist with his own lab at the Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute. He studies processes related to how carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins interact and the pathology (disease) that results when things go awry. He's driven by the search for novel therapeutics to address these issues. The lucky winner will have a 1-hour private tour of the Freeze Lab with Dr. Freeze. Imagine! Pre-tour reading material will be made available. Limited to 5th and 6th grade students only. This is kind of once-in-a-lifetime! Contact hudson@sbpdiscovery.org to schedule.

Is your kindergartener interested in learning the violin? Violinesse is offering a series of 4 small group 45-minute lessons, including the use of a violin and a performance during class 4. Open to only 4 kindergarten students. This is a no-risk proposition, so what do you have to lose?

Contact Daria Hodko at 858-922-3184 or violinessestudios@gmail.com

Is your 1st grader interested in learning the violin? Violinesse is offering a series of 4 small group 45-minute lessons, including the use of a violin and a performance during class 4. Open to only 4 1st grade students. This is a no-risk proposition, so what do you have to lose?

Contact Daria Hodko at 858-922-3184 or at violinessestudios@gmail.com

Is your 2nd grader interested in learning the violin? Violinesse is offering a series of 4 small group 45-minute lessons, including the use of a violin and a performance during class 4. Open to only 4 2nd grade students. This is a no-risk proposition, so what do you have to lose?

Contact Daria Hodko at 858-922-3184 or violinessestudios@gmail.com

Is your 3rd grader interested in learning the violin? Violinesse is offering a series of 4 small group 45-minute lessons, including the use of a violin and a performance during class 4. Open to only 4 3rd grade students. This is a no-risk proposition, so what do you have to lose?

Contact Daria Hodko at 858-922-3184 or violinessestudios@gmail.com

Is your 4th grader interested in learning the violin? Violinesse is offering a series of 4 small group 45-minute lessons, including the use of a violin and a performance during class 4. Open to only 4 4th grade students. This is a no-risk proposition, so what do you have to lose?

Contact Daria Hodko at 858-922-3184 or violinessestudios@gmail.com

Is your 5th grader interested in learning the violin? Violinesse is offering a series of 4 small group 45-minute lessons, including the use of a violin and a performance during class 4. Open to only 4 5th grade students. This is a no-risk proposition, so what do you have to lose?

Contact Daria Hodko at 858-922-3184 or violinessestudios@gmail.com

Is your 6th grader interested in learning the violin? Violinesse is offering a series of 4 small group 45-minute lessons, including the use of a violin and a performance during class 4. Open to only 4 6th grade students. This is a no-risk proposition, so what do you have to lose?

Contact Daria Hodko at 858-922-3184 or violinessestudios@gmail.com

Are you one of those who doesn't want to see the party end? Well, keep it going with a reserved table for 6 with bottle service at the Oxford Social Club (in the basement of Pendry San Diego) the evening of California Dreamin' - March 11. These tables are hard to come by, and you can skip the wait and head right in. Opens at 10pm that evening. MUST BE PURCHASED PRIOR TO 10AM ON 3/11/23.

Breathe Degrees is transforming the way we think about breathwork. It is a dynamic form of meditation, unlocking the medicine cabinet of your brain. Scientific research has proven that breathwork, cold/hot plunge, and sauna, are all forms of "good stress" that push your brain and body into growth zone. At Breathe Degrees you will improve your Total Lung Capacity and learn to BREATHE BIG. The winner of this item is entitled to 1 free week of unlimited services at Breathe Degrees (in Carlsbad).

It is never too early, or too late, to prioritize your health! Take advantage of 3 months of personalized nutrition and lifestyle coaching, to include in-depth goal-setting, and a customized plan to achieve your goals and reboot your optimum health. The 3-month plan specializes in sustainable weight management, gut/GI health, chronic disease prevention and management, longevity and healthy aging, healthy cooking/nutrition, and optimizing athletic performance. What are you waiting for? The time is now to reclaim your best health with Nelson Nutrition!

Contact Gillispie Parent, Skylar Nelson, at skylar@nelsonisnutrition.com.

Conquer your top health goals and concerns with a Functional Medicine Analysis with Dr. Danielle Douglas, MD. This individualized analysis will focus on your specific goals and challenges and will lead to recommendations regarding initial tests, diets, and supplements based on your individual needs. This approach is meant for anyone and everyone! Functional Medicine utilizes therapeutic diets and exercise, pharmaceutical and botanical medicines, detox, and stress management programs - all designed to prevent illness and create optimum health. It is an individualized, patient-centered approach which identifies and treats the root cause of dysfunction that contributes to disease.

Contact Dr. Danielle at 310-697-6333

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Linda Gastaldello is an international fitness expert and yoga teacher who now makes La Jolla home. Enjoy two semi-private MindBody Sculpt classes in her home studio, OR you may choose complimentary access to the Linda Gastaldello method online platform for an entire year.

Contact Linda Gastaldello to redeem and/or schedule: 646-391-3266.

For some of the most innovative and creative theatre in town, visit the Roustabouts Theatre Company with 4 tickets to any show! With both matinee and evening performances, you are sure to find just the right time to get your theatre fix! Ticket voucher must be submitted at least 3 days in advance of your desired performance and expires June 30, 2023.