11th Annual Holy Trinity Catholic School Dinner and Auction
A Night in Tuscany
November 20th, 2010

Auction Items

ABSENTEE BIDDING!
If you are unable to attend the auction, but would like to bid on any of our items, you can contact Chrissy Kuchnicki at chrissyk2@comcast.net or 412-788-6685. Please provide your first and last name, a phone number where you can be reached during the evening on Nov. 20, the item(s) you are interested in, and the maximum bid you're willing to pay for each item. You will be assigned a ghost bidder number, and a ghost bidder will place your bids up to your maximum at the auction. Happy Bidding!


CLASSROOM BASKETS

Family Movie Night

Settle in for a fun, quality night at home with your family, courtesy of Mrs. D'Itri's 3-year-old preschool families. Enjoy movies suitable for everyone. Snack on your favorite candy. Munch on popcorn, flavored with great seasonings. Grab your individual popcorn container and fill up from our big bowl, decorated lovingly, with our preschoolers' own tiny fingers. ENJOY THE SHOW!

Enjoy Holiday Cheer for the Whole Year!

Our 4-year old preschoolers have created adorable cookie plates for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine's Day, Easter, and the Fourth of July. Use the $15 Giant Eagle gift card and tub of all occasion cookie cutters that is included to make your own treats or use the gift card to buy already made goodies. Who knew that tiny fingers, a little paint, and a lot of creativity (on behalf of The Clay Café) would make such cute spiders, turkeys, reindeer, and chicks?

Tis the Season To Bake

The winner of this adorable basket will be all ready to get their Christmas baking done. It includes a holiday cookie making kit, set of sprinkles, hot chocolate, marshmallows, a cookie scented candle, 2 reindeer hand towels, a beautiful plaid holiday tablecloth and the best part of all a Reindeer cookie platter with each of our little KA kindergartner's fingerprints!!!Too Cute!!!

Bon Appétit from KB

These kindergarteners worked diligently to make this beautiful, hand-painted cookie jar. An 8 X 10 portrait of all the aspiring artists accompanies all these delicious items: balsamic vinegar, chopped garlic, marinated artichoke hearts, Girard's Italian Dressing, risotto, tri-colored pasta, Tuscan bean soup, garlic bread sticks, capers, olive blend, cheese shaker, roasted red peppers, pasta sauce, sun dried tomatoes and seasoned olive oil. Everything is very yummy and we hope you all will enjoy this wonderful basket.

 

The Game Room Tailgater

Are you ready for the game? The winner of this basket will be! Invite your friends over to watch the big game; you'll be ready with this incredible basket. It comes with 2 regular sized chairs, one decorated with a Steelers logo and the other with a Penguin logo; perfect for extra chairs for your guests to sit on. These chairs were the original wooden chairs from Holy Trinity School when it first opened! It also comes with a cooler with pull handle, full of snacks fit for a tailgate, and a Steelers snuggie blanket. And finally, while you are waiting for the game to start, you can play corn hole on the boards decorated with hand prints and signatures from our Holy Trinity 2nd grade class. Perfect for remembering these young fun years, and can be used for a lifetime! Also included are 2 tickets to the Wednesday January 5th Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Tampa Bay Lightning game!


Look Who's Cooking!

Our 1st grade Master Chefs have teamed up to create a personalized, one of a kind recipe book titled "Little Chefs Guide to Culinary Delights". We have you covered with a unique apron that includes each child's handprint and signature. Our basket is filled with a wide variety of gourmet mixes, sauces, and goodies from William Sonoma to get you started cooking. There is something sure to please any discriminating palette.

Ice Cream Science Rocks and Rolls

Students in 3A are 'shaking it up' with their ice cream science basket and class project, a handmade book of poems about… ice cream. Inside this dynamic family basket are the tools to make ice cream at home from scratch. To get you started is a quart size Play and Freeze Ice Cream Maker (Ice Cream Ball), plus a grocery gift card to purchase the tools of this trade! We've also included the toppings in the basket, to enjoy your ice cream while playing a family board game of Ice-cream-opoly. Just in case the shaking gets messy, have the children wear the two fun and sturdy cotton twill aprons. Once this activity sparks your child's imagination, they can try building ice cream with the included Legos, or take advantage of a gift certificate for one C-MITES (Carnegie Mellon Institute for Talented Elementary and Secondary Students) or Steppingstones workshop, or read a children's mystery chapter book about ice cream.

Pittsburgh's Ultimate Sports Fan

Mrs. Finn's 3B Class stars in their very own "Pittsburgh Sports 2011 Calendar!" Use this keepsake to keep track of your plans to use 2 tickets to the Thursday, December 23, 2010 Steelers game against the Carolina Panthers with a Gold Lot Parking Pass! This basket also includes the gear you'll need to support all of Pittsburgh's sports teams. A men's XL Steelers T-shirt, Steelers fleece throw blanket, Terrible Towel, Large Steelers auto magnet, and a Steelers lunch box will help you cheer the Steel Curtain to victory. Pens fans will enjoy a Penguins decorated large bottle bank, 2 Penguins tumblers, a Penguins lanyard, Penguins men's socks and Penguins banner. And we can't forget those Pirates fans! There's also an adult small Pirates jersey and a PNC Park puzzle. It's a 'Burgh thing!

Home FOUR the Holidays

This basket includes items to celebrate FOUR major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter and the 4th of July. The 4th grade children made a holiday wreath for each season. Also included are a high-quality scented candle, cookbooks and a retro 1960s style reversible apron for each holiday. To add to any holiday celebration there is also 2 bottles of wine and a gift certificate for a fresh floral arrangement.

O Christmas Tree O Christmas Tree

Who wouldn't love getting a tree that you don't have to decorate? The winner of this item will be getting a three and a half foot tree with colored lights, beaded garland, and an adorable Santa tree skirt. Last but not least, fully decorated with photo ornaments of each of our precious 5th graders!!!

Sweet Treats

The 6th grade classes present you with their basket of "sweet treats". Jars of nostalgic sweets set the tone for this old-fashioned ice-cream-parlor themed basket. The Chocolate Mousse generously provided some of our candy pieces. A fun ice cream scoop is ready to fill each of the personalized, scalloped ice cream dishes, hand-painted by the children, with the assistance of The Clay Café. Gift certificates from Kip's Ice Cream and Klavon's frame the piece de resistance - our grand prize- the naming rights to any existing or personalized flavor of hand-made ice cream from Kip's for the whole month of December. Kip's is also going to provide ice cream to the entire grade level of the winning bidder for an ice cream party! Inside the wooden box you will also find a Kip's t-shirt, a fun novelty for the child who will have their ice cream featured in the parlor.

Happy New Year!

This is the way to ring in the New Year with your family and friends! A 24-quart stainless steel beverage tub is filled with the essentials for the big night: 3 bottles of the bubbly including one bottle of French champagne and four elegant champagne flutes for the adults; two bottles of sparkling juice/cider, two embellished serving dishes, four pounds of pistachio nuts, chocolate crepe cookies and party hats and horns. Our 7th grade class designed the decorations stamped and hand painted on ten linen cocktail napkins, and some of them also hand painted an additional set of four champagne glasses. Fabric and glass paint is heat set, but hand-wash only! CHEERS!


Viva l'Italia!

The 8th grade class created a beautiful pasta bowl and plate set inscribed with each of their names for an amazing keepsake. To adorn the lovely pasta set, everything you need to create an Italian feast is included! We have your pasta, your sauce, and two bottles of fine wine along with four gorgeous red wine glasses from Williams Sonoma. Additionally, you will enjoy a variety of spices and a bottle of bread dipping oil. To top it off, an Italian themed Christmas ornament is included for your 2010 tree. We are sure this incredible basket will surely please the successful bidder!



SWEETS & TREATS

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901. Tiramisu - One scrumptious Tiramisu. Layers upon layers of lady fingers, sweetened mascarpone cheese, espresso and sprinkled with chocolate shavings. An Italian masterpiece! Donated by Graham's Bakery

902. Have your Cake and Eat it too! One 8" yellow and chocolate, grapevine-decorated cake, a perfect finale to your Italian meal! Donated by Potomac Bakery

903. Fudge Sundae Cake One Fudge Sundae Cake. Better than a hot fudge sundae, because it won't melt! Donated by Graham's Bakery

904. Burnt Almond Torte One gorgeous Signature Burnt Almond Torte.
Layers of cake, icing and loaded with toasted almonds. Donated by Prantl's Bakery

905. Now or Later - Creative Creations by Carlini #1: A beautifully decorated 8" cake, sure to satisfy anyone's sweet tooth. Directions will be provided so that you can freeze for your Thanksgiving celebration! Donated by Creations by Carlini

906. Now or Later - Creative Creations by Carlini #2: A beautifully decorated 8" cake, sure to satisfy anyone's sweet tooth. Directions will be provided so that you can freeze for your Thanksgiving celebration! Donated by Creations by Carlini

907. Now or Later - Creative Creations by Carlini #3: A beautifully decorated 8" cake, sure to satisfy anyone's sweet tooth. Directions will be provided so that you can freeze for your Thanksgiving celebration! Donated by Creations by Carlini

908. Now or Later - Creative Creations by Carlini #4: A beautifully decorated 8" cake, sure to satisfy anyone's sweet tooth. Directions will be provided so that you can freeze for your Thanksgiving celebration! Donated by Creations by Carlini

909. Delicious Assortment. This assortment of treats includes dessert bars and fruit tarts, something to please everyone. Donated by Bartram House Bakery

910. Pumpkin Roll #1: A traditional holiday treat! Spicy pumpkin cake rolled around a creamy filling. Donated by J Lynn's Café

911. Pumpkin Roll #2: A traditional holiday treat! Spicy pumpkin cake rolled around a creamy filling. Donated by J Lynn's Café

912. The Ultimate Treat. Enjoy this fabulously decorated cake sure to please the most sophisticated taste buds. Donated by The Ultimate Pastry Shop in Sewickley

HEARTH & HOME

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801. Give Mom A Day Off When you bid on this gift certificate for a three hour residential or commercial clean. Donated by John & Marilyn Walters

802. Have Christmas All Wrapped Up This is a giant basket of everything you will need to be ready for the Christmas season. It includes decorations, wrapping paper, ornaments, and lots more! Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

803. Thinking of You You'll be ready for any occasion with this gorgeous assortment of handmade greeting cards. Donated by Stampin' Up representative Mary Moody

804. It's Classic B.E. Taylor Enjoy the sounds of B.E. Taylor with these autographed CDs and Christmas ornaments. Donated by B.E. Taylor Productions, Inc.

805. It's In There! Can you say "Grande Pasto" - great meal. That's what everyone will be saying to you when you use this basket filled with Italian goodies to prepare your next meal. Also includes 4 tickets to DelGrosso's Amusement Park! Donated by Buon Sapore

806. Fabulous Furnishings Furnish your office with these gift certificates from Mt. Lebanon Office Equipment and Levin Furniture. Donated by Mt. Lebanon Office Equipment and Levin Furniture

807. Create Disney Memories Preserve and treasure your Disney vacation with this awesome set of scrapbook supplies. This is for someone who wants the scrapbook look but doesn't have a scrapbook touch! Included is a scrapbook, paper mats, scissors, adhesive, and a Disney punch. Donated by Dea Marcello, Creative Memories Consultant

808. A Pittsburgh Work of Art Add to your existing collection, or start a new collection with this framed print of Pittsburgh. Donated by Pittsburgh Freelance Images (www.mypfi.com)

809. Got Juice? Never go thirsty again with juice for a year from Old Orchard Brand! This basket includes 52 VIP product coupons, a logo golf shirt, logo sweater, and an Old Orchard re-usable shopping tote. Donated by Old Orchard Brands (which can be found at our local Giant Eagle Market District)

810. Something to Treasure Display a photo of your treasure with this white Guardian Angel statue/ picture frame. Accent a room, too, with this beautiful picture, "The Innocence" by William Bouguerau. Donated by JMJ Catholic Book Store

811. Pimp My Ride Before you fill 'er up at Sheetz, head over to Globe Car wash and clean 'er up. You will have the best looking ride on the block! Donated by Globe Car Wash and a Friend of Holy Trinity

812. Get Crafty With It! Feeling crafty? Make your own cards with all the supplies you need to start stamping and get creative! Donated by Mary Moody

813. A Longaberger Treasure! Enjoy your Holiday desserts with this amazing Longaberger assortment. It includes a Longaberger foundry pie rack, two pink Woven Traditions Grandma Bonnie's pie plates, Horizon of Hope satchel, Woven Traditions baking dish, and a Horizons of Hope coffee mug. Donated by The Zegeer Family

814. Get Grilling! It's not too cold to keep on grilling! This package includes a portable propane Steelers grill, barbeque set, a gift card to Soergel's Orchard for some veggies, and a gift card for Pittsburgh's own Silver Star Meats! Donated by Soergel's Orchard, Dick's Sporting Goods and Silver Star Meats

815. Ready for Thanksgiving? You will be serving your bird in style with this electric chaffing dish, three-item electric serving tray and carving set. Donated by Fr. Ken Keene

816. For Your American Girl Introduce your special girl to Lanie, American Girl's 2010 Girl of the Year. She's an energetic girl who discovers the world in her own backyard. Just like our Holy Trinity girls, she loves science facts, wildlife and is definitely a girl with "outside genes." Your special girl can discover that outdoor adventure is all around her with Lanie! Donated by American Girl

817. Mary, Mary Quite Contrary How does your garden grow? It will grow beautifully with this basket that includes a garden tote with tools, garden thermometer, watering can, flower pot and much, much more. Be ready for spring! Donated by the Fryer Family

818. For the Ultimate Foodie! Delight your taste-buds with this wide assortment of gourmet dips, preserves, sauces and much more! This is truly for the gourmet lover. All nestled in an elegant reusable gift basket. Donated by Robert Rothschild Farm

819. Off to a Good Start as a Crusader You'll be on your way with this tuition voucher to Bishop Canevin High School for an incoming freshman only. Show your Crusader spirit with a sweatshirt, car magnet, lanyard, pom-pom, shoe bag and teddy bear! Go Crusaders!! Donated by Bishop Canevin High School

820. A Longaberger Christmas Treasure Be ready for Christmas with this beautifully coordinated set of "All the Trimmings" plates and mugs with matching napkins. Place the muffins in the Holiday Helper basket and the fresh sweet rolls on the matching "All the Trimmings" platter. Wow, what style! Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

821. A Fix for your Foreign! Give your import a little TLC with this certificate good for 4 oil changes with up to 5 quarts of conventional oil, 1 free state safety inspection and 1 free safety emission inspection. Donated by Foreign Fix Import Auto Repair

822. Director's Cut This generous basket includes all the makings of a fabulous movie night…lots of candy, popcorn, snacks, and root beer. Maybe a couple of movie nights… Donated by Giant Eagle Market District

823. Need a Little Pick-me-up? Start your day or end your day with a cup of coffee or tea and a piece of chocolate. This basket contains 2 lbs. of coffee, a tin of tea, La Prima coffee mug and tons of assorted chocolate and candies from Mon Aimee located in our famous Strip District. Donated by the Gaffney Family

824. Snowman Inflatable Party Make Frosty come to life in your own front yard this Christmas. Donated by the Krivan family

825. Learning is Fun Make your own pop-up book, do an Einstein puzzle, play a money game…and watch your child's mind grow! Donated by Learning Express

826. Just Like Mommy! Your children can play pretend while you do your holiday baking with this Pottery Barn Kids Bakery Playstand. It comes with all the accessories they will need for play baking. Just like Mommy! Donated by John Rattenni Agency, State Farm Insurance

827. Did Someone Say OLSH? You'll be off to a great start with this $500.00 tuition voucher for the 2011/12 school year and the spirit wear to show your school spirit. Go Chargers! Donated by Our Lady of Sacred Heart High School

828. Chocolate Craving Satisfy any sweet tooth with this luxurious basket of favorites from Sarris Candies. Donated by Sarris Candies

829. Ricci's Favorites Get your tailgate cooking with these specialty items donated by Ricci's Sausage. Donated by Ricci's

830. Santa Clause is Coming to Town Adorn your home with this one-of-a-kind framed portrait of Santa Clause. You may know the artist: Nick DiSanti, Holy Trinity School alumnus! Donated by the DiSanti Family

831. Play with Penbo Penbo waddles like a penguin, does a happy dance, and senses her environment. Penbo loves to interact with her cute little Bebe. Bebe can also be used as a remote controller for Penbo. Donated by Trudy Palmer

832. Spice up Your Life Refresh your spice cupboard with this extensive selection of Market District spices. Donated by Giant Eagle Market District


PERSONAL PIZZAZZ

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301. Silpada Pendant Sterling silver, brass, synthetic horn and shell 18" necklace with teardrop pendant and matching bracelet. Donated by the Kuchnicki Family and https://mysilpada.com/cindy.kuzma

302. Izzazu Style Update your look with a haircut with Frank and take home Izzazu styling products: volume mouse gel, volumizing shampoo and conditioner and OPI nail polish. Donated by Izzazu

303. Elegant Shawl Hand knit black and white lacey shawl handmade and donated by Carol of Carol's Needleworks, Inc.

304. Matching Silpada Set Look sharp with matching sterling silver 17" ball pendant necklace with front toggle clasp and matching silver ball earrings. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

305. Robinson Shop and Drop After doing your Christmas shopping at the Robinson Mall, head over to Settler's Ridge and relax with a manicure. Donated by The Mall at Robinson and Allen's Spa

306. It's "Time" for a Haircut Show off your stylish new Premiere Designs watch and get a new look at Stephen Szabo Salon. Donated by Stephen Szabo Salon and a Friend of Holy Trinity.

307. Display Your Faith This beautiful Silpada sterling silver and pearl pendant cross will look great when you dress up or down. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

308. Show Your School Spirit Show your tiger pride wearing with this white t-shirt with a rhinestone tiger paw and plaid tiger lounge pants. Go Tigers!! Donated by Educational Outfitters

309. Geno Levi Step into a new style or custom color with a gift card for any service. Donated by Geno Levi Salon

310. Dancing with the Stars Learn how to dance like the stars when you take four private lessons, weekly group classes and practice sessions! Show us your Tango! Donated by Arthur Murry Dance Studio - Wexford

311. Get Moving Girl! Enjoy one gym session at Carol Leone, Western Pennsylvania's largest dance and gymnastics space. Also included is a pink leotard and white tights. Donated by Carol Leone Dance & Gymnastics & Daycare

312. Silver Style Look great wearing this sterling silver large bead bracelet from Silpada. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity School

313. Care for your Hair Pamper your hair with salon products and a new look with this gift certificate to Dani's Hair Loft. Donated by Dani's Hair Loft and DiVora Hair Studio

314. A Wardrobe Must This one of a kind Silpada 18" necklace features Pyrite, Chrysocolla, Howlite, Tigers-Eye, Bronzite, Shell, Sponge Coral, Salwag and Quartz with sterling silver, brass and seed bead accents. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

315. Keep Warm HTS Style Look great and keep warm wearing this fleece-lined Holy Trinity Tigers jacket (size adult small). Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

316. Teardrop Set Wear this Silpada sterling silver teardrop 18" bronzite pendant and matching sterling silver earrings. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

317. Bag of Goodies For the little one, take home a free haircut and products. Donated by Little Snips Children's Salon

318. Salon Style Escape the stress of your busy life and get pampered with style at Sognatore Salon with a new look and massage. Donated by Sognataore Salon & Spa

319. Tick Tock Time to look sharp wearing this sporty Silpada watch. Donated by Sue Leininger

320. As Seen in Elle Magazine Look like a fashion model with this pendant and earrings set from Goldstock Jewelers. Donated by Goldstock Jewelers

321. A Family Portrait Today's tender moments are tomorrow's faded memories. Professional portraits are precious milestones of your life. They'll be treasured by you and your loved ones for years to come, just like the portraits your parents had made. There's no time like the present to have your portrait made and now you have no excuses when you win this Family Portrait session. Donated by Studio TEN

322. Get a New Look with a Haircut and Martix hair products. Donated by Castelucci's and Wendy Blake of Salon 22, Lawrenceville

323. Give Your Hair Some Flair A bountiful basket filled with goodies to give your hair some flair. Donated by Hair with Flair

324. Awaken and De-Stress with a Massage Recharge with a one hour Swedish massage from Awakenings Massage. Donated by Awakenings

325. Got the Time? You'll be on time with this lovely sterling silver Silpada bracelet watch. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

326. Lookin' Good for Her Enhance your inner beauty with a Nordstrom makeup brush set, MAC mascara, eyeliner, eye makeup remover, L'Occitane hand cream and lip gloss, Clinique eye cream, Butter London nail polish and remover, Donna Karan deodorant and Tela Hair Collection Kit. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

327. Lookin' Good for Him You'll be shoo-ing the women away after using this basket of Kiehl's products including Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash, lip balm, eye depuffer, hand salve shave cream, razor burn relief and bar soap.

THE BOOK NOOK

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350. Conservative Victory authored and signed by Sean Hannity. Donated by the Auction Committee

351. Find a Way authored and signed by former Steeler and ESPN Analyst Merril Hoge. Donated by the Auction Committee

352. Zero Regrets authored and signed by the most decorated U.S. Winter Olympian of all time, Apolo Anton Ohno. Donated by the Auction Committee

353. Without a Word authored and signed by Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly and his wife Jill Kelly. Donated by the Auction Committee

354. Eat, Pray, Love authored and signed by Elizabeth Gilbert. Donated by Diana Froats

TRAVEL & LEISURE

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401. Fun Fore All! Spend a day with the kids playing games or riding go-karts at Fun for All and then play miniature golf at Kavernputt, an awesome 7,000 sq. ft simulated cave whose floor serves as an 18-hole Miniature golf course. Donated by Fun Fore All and Laurel Caverns

402. Dinner and a Show Take someone special to any performance during City Theatre's 2010/2011 season. Choose from The 39 Steps, Precious Little, The Amish Project and many more. Head to dinner before at The 17th Street Café. Donated by The City Theatre and The 17th Street Café.

403. Culture and Dinner Enjoy a private, guided tour for 10 people at the Society for Contemporary Craft's exhibition "Revolution and Handcraft". This will truly be a unique experience. Have a glass of wine and some pasta at the Spaghetti Warehouse. Then relive a few classic battles at the Heinz History Museum. Donated by the Society for Contemporary Craft, Heinz History Center, and The Spaghetti Warehouse

404. Symphony and a View Relax and savor the view at the LeMont on Mount Washington, then attend a performance of your choice of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. Donated by LeMont and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

405. Set Sail Dancing and dining on Pittsburgh's famous Gateway Clipper Fleet. This is a certificate for 2 for the Captain's Dinner Dance Cruise. Donated by the Gateway Clipper Fleet

406. For the Artsy Crowd Get inspired by touring the Andy Warhol Museum and the Carnegie Museum of Art and Natural History, and then start your own collection with a gift card to the Gallery on 43rd Street. Donated by The Andy Warhol Museum, the Carnegie Museum of Art and Natural History, and the Gallery on 43rd in Lawrenceville

407. Wild and Wonderful West Virginia Take a chance and enjoy some gaming at Mountaineer Casino Racetrack and Resort. This package includes overnight lodging, breakfast and dinner for two. Don't let the fun end there! Have a "Rib Roaring" dinner at Dee Jay's in Weirton. Donated by Mountaineer Casino Racetrack and Resort and Dee Jay's

408. Don't Feel Like Cooking? Give Mom a few nights off with this plethora of gift certificates from local eateries. There is Rockefeller's, Perkins, Scores, Salad Time and Garden of Eating! Donated by Rockefeller's, Perkins, Scores, Salad Time and Garden of Eating

409. Dinner and a Lecture Have Dinner at Verdi's, Crowne Plaza's restaurant, and then enjoy listening to Peggy Noonan, a Columnist, Bestselling Author and Former Presidential Speechwriter at Robert Morris University. Donated by the Crowne Plaza and Robert Morris University

410. Live the Artist's Life Sip a cup of coffee before heading over to the Sweetwater Center for the Arts to spend up to $50 on the class of your choice. Donated by Sweetwater Center for the Arts and a Friend of Holy Trinity

411. Get Away in Your Own Backyard Recharge with a mini-vacation without going far. Stay overnight and swim in the pool while the snow flies at the SpringHill Suites. Have dinner at Juliano's and then see a movie at the Cinemark Theatre. Donated by the SpringHill Suites, Juliano's and a Friend of Holy Trinity

412. Go Wild! Have lunch at Uncle Sam's Subs and then spend the day at the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium. Donated by the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium, and Uncle Sam's Subs

413. Cultural Date Night Enjoy dinner for two, including appetizers, entrees and desserts, at Monterey Bay Fish Grotto, then head to town with two tickets for the Pittsburgh Opera's production of "Turandot" on Tuesday, March 29, 2010. Donated by The Pittsburgh Opera and Monterey Bay Fish Grotto

414. Traveler's Delight Your choice of a two-night stay at any Omni Hotel in the United States! Treat yourself to the Ultimate Luxury Hotel with striking beauty and charming elegance. The Omni is celebrated for its ultra comfortable guest room accommodations, award-winning cuisine and exquisite banquet space. Locally, this includes the Omni William Penn Hotel downtown and the Bedford Springs Spa. Donated by The Omni Hotel

415. This is For the Birds! Lunch or dinner at the Bistro to Go!, and admission for 8 people and a private tour of the facility and exhibits at the National Aviary. Donated by the National Aviary and Bistro to Go!

416. Mish-Mash of Entertainment Dinner at Mitchell's Fish Market, two tickets to any performance during City Theatre's 2010/2011 season. Choose from The 39 Steps, Precious Little, The Amish Project and many more. Two tickets to the Conservatory Dance's production of The Bench at the Pittsburgh Playhouse of Point Park University. Donated by Mitchell's Fish Market, The City Theatre, and The Pittsburgh Playhouse of Point Park University

417. Take Out and Sleep Over Enjoy one weekend night stay featuring brand new deluxe accommodations at the Courtyard by Marriott at Settler's Ridge. Get take-out from P.F. Chang's and snuggle in for the evening. Donated by Courtyard by Marriott and P.F. Chang's

418. Discover Ohio Explore our sister state! Take a cruise on the Nautica Queen, and see the wild journey that awaits you at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Take another day and explore the hands-on family fun at the Great Lakes Science Center! Donated by the Nautica Queen, Cleveland Zoo and Great Lakes Science Center

419. Get Away in Your Own Back Yard #2 Friday or Saturday night stay at the Pittsburgh Airport Marriott including breakfast for two! Dinner at Damon's Grill & Sports Bar, and a Cinemark gift card. Donated by the Marriott, Damon's Grill & Sports Bar and a Friend of Holy Trinity

420. Children's Museum a Family Membership for 2 adults and 3 children at the Children's Museum. Unlimited admission for one year, including discounted parking, discounts on Museum Store purchases and much, much more!! Donated by the Children's Museum

421. Oh What Family Fun! You will have a hard time choosing what to pick when you have so many different things to pick from! Choose from Skating for 10 at the Iceoplex, two Fun Day passes to Kennywood's 2011 season, two Subscriptions to the 2010-2011 series of the Pittsburgh International Children's Theater, five certificates for three free games of bowling at Paradise Island Bowl, and two Admissions to the Carnegie Science Center. Whew! I'm tired already! Donated by Carnegie Science Center, Paradise Island Bowl, Kennywood, Iceoplex and the Pittsburgh International Children's Theater

422. History Unleashed You won't be at a loss for what to do when the kids start complaining that they are bored with this package. It includes four passes to the Carnegie Museum of Art and Natural History, admission to Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village, and a family membership to The Frick. Donated by The Carnegie Museum of Art and Natural History, Meadowcroft, and The Frick

423. Culture Vulture This package is for the person who loves the performing arts. It includes 2 tickets to the Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre's production of Hobson's Choice, two tickets to the CLO's production of A Musical Christmas Carol, two tickets to the Pittsburgh Playhouse of Point Park University's production of The Bench, two tickets to any performance of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, two tickets to the Pittsburgh Public Theater's 2010-2011 season (any production) and two tickets to any concert of the Pittsburgh Chamber Music Society. Donated by the Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre, the CLO, the Pittsburgh Playhouse of Point Park University, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, the Pittsburgh Public Theater and the Pittsburgh Chamber Music Society

424. Dinner and a Show Have a delicious fish dinner with these gift certificates to the Oyster House, and see a show with two tickets to any performance of the Pittsburgh Public Theater's productions. Choose from Camelot, Circle Mirror Transformation, Talley's Folly, and many more! Donated by The Oyster House and the Pittsburgh Public Theater

425. Birthday Memories That Last a Lifetime! Oogles-n-Googles gift certificate toward an all inclusive themed birthday party. Choose from 15 truly different and unique birthday party experiences! What party would be complete without balloons? Pick up one dozen latex balloons from Papermart to decorate. Donated by Oogles-n-googles and Papermart

426. Luck of the Irish Celebrate the Irish Heritage with two tickets to the Pittsburgh Irish Classical Theater, Irish Breakfast Tea, a Celtic necklace symbolizing the Holy Trinity, and a shirt from St. Brendan's Crossing. Donated by the Pittsburgh Irish Classical Theater and St. Brendan's Crossing

427. Kindermusik Your little one will be movin' and groovin' with this $50 gift certificate for Kindermusik class in Robinson, Mt. Lebanon or McMurray locations, a Kindermusik 'Get Up & Move' CD, and a pair of Kindermusik rhythm sticks. Donated by Kindermusik with Kathy's Music, LLC

428. Clarks Ultimate Fan Package Check this out! Two tickets to an upcoming concert and two back stage passes to meet and greet the band. An autographed Clarks CD and poster, all included - Rock and Roll! Donated by Jim and Heidi Balog

 

FOR THE SPORT OF IT

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501. Winter Classic Commemorative You'll never forget the 2011 Winter Classic at Heinz Field if you win the first of the series (number 0000) Limited Edition print commemorating the event. Also included are two 24kt gold-plated commemorative medallions. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

502. Tim McConnell Basketball Camp Come to a 1 week camp at Chartiers Valley High School with 4 time WPIAL winning coach Tim McConnell. You are sure to pick up some valuable plays for next season and beyond. Donated by Tim McConnell

503. Here's One for All you Panther Fans! Grab 6 friends on Saturday, December 4th and head to the Southside for dinner and a few brews at the Hofbrauhaus, then to Peterson Event Center to see Pitt stomp Rider. Donated by Bill and Luann Richardson and the Hofbrauhaus

504 . Take a Walk on the Wild Side Take the kids to a game with four tickets to a 2011 Washington Wild Things game. And while you're feeling 'wild,' enjoy 50 boneless Buffalo Wild Wings! Donated by The Washington Wild Things and Buffalo Wild Wings

505. What a Game!! That's what you'll be saying with the Club Section seats with parking pass to Pitt vs. Villanova on Saturday, March 5, 2011. What a warm up for March Madness. Donated by First Steps Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine

506. Karate Kid You'll be a black belt before you know it when you take advantage of four private lessons and three months of unlimited group Tang Soo Do classes (uniform included and for use by new students only). Donated by Master Cipriani of Tang Soo Do Karate College

507. Here We Go Panthers! Come see Jamie Dixon lead Pitt to another victory over Syracuse on Monday, January 17, 2011. You'll have club section seating and a parking pass - what a night! Donated by First Steps Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine

508. Hit The Links! This golf package includes a foursome of golf and a cart at Southpointe Golf Club. Donated by Southpointe Golf Club

509. Cheer on the Black and Gold Enjoy an early Christmas gift with these two tickets to the December 23rd game against the Carolina Panthers (or should we say kittens) and stop by Rivertowne before or after the game for some delicious pub fare. Donated by Daniel J. Hellmann, CPA (Case Sabatini) and Rivertowne

510. Hail to Pitt! Catch this football signed by Dave Wannstedt. He's coached for the Dallas Cowboys, Chicago Bears and Miami Dolphins. Mr. Wannstedt is currently the Head football coach for our own Pitt Panthers. You'll look good, too, wearing this 'Hail to Pitt' Nike t-shirt. Donated by David Marrangoni Baierl Automotive and the Auction Committee

511. CHECK this out! There's no denying that this guy can play some hockey, and you'll definitely want to take home this hockey stick signed by Marian Hossa. A collector's item for sure. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

512. Duquesne for you! Get your fill of Duke's basketball with tickets to men's and women's basketball games. Donated by Duquesne University

513. Go Long! And catch this NLF football autographed by Steelers tight end Heath Miller. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

514. A Slam Dunk! Keep this basketball signed by Jamie Dixon in a special place. He is on his way to becoming a coaching legend alongside the likes of Mike Krzyzewski. He's been named the Big East Coach of the Year, the Naismith College Coach of the Year and the USA Basketball Coach of the Year. His winning career record at Pitt will only continue to impress. Donated by David Marrangoni Baierl Automotive

515. Legendary! Mark Recchi has many records tied to his name. He is currently the oldest active player in the NHL and has scored over 1,500 goals in his career. You have a chance to carry and/or play with this stick signed by Mark for the right price. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

516. Fun and Fitness at the Western Area Y You and your family can take advantage of the many amenities at the Western Area YMCA during your one year family membership. Enjoy the exercise facilities, classes and many sports at the YMCA. Donated by the Western Area YMCA

517. For the Football Fan Anyone who is a fan of football would love this item. Two tickets to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and a football signed by some of the greats of the game - Steelers Mike Wagner, Dermontti Dawson, Norm Johnson, John Banaszak and Steve Avery. Donated by Friends of Holy Trinity

518. You Can Be a Star with the Pens What a night you'll have when you get the opportunity to have a guest spot on FSN Pittsburgh with this Tune in ID spot during a Pens game, plus two tickets to the December 22, 2010 game vs. the Florida Panthers. Let's go Pens! Donated by Gerry and Bridget Clarke and FSN Pittsburgh

519. Coach Agnes Berenato and the Pitt Lady Panthers You'll have ample opportunity to see some awesome basketball played by the Pitt Lady Panthers with these two season tickets. You will arrive in style wearing your Pitt t-shirt along with it. Donated by University of Pittsburgh Women's Basketball.

520. Get Fit #1 Fitness is a way of life at LA Fitness. Come and see how you can get into shape for the New Year with a one month membership to LA Fitness in Robinson. Donated by LA Fitness

521. Get Fit #2 Fitness is a way of life at LA Fitness. Come and see how you can get into shape for the New Year with a one month membership to LA Fitness in Robinson. Donated by LA Fitness

522. Get Fit #3 Fitness is a way of life at LA Fitness. Come and see how you can get into shape for the New Year with a one month membership to LA Fitness in Robinson. Donated by LA Fitness

523. Get Fit #4 Fitness is a way of life at LA Fitness. Come and see how you can get into shape for the New Year with a one month membership to LA Fitness in Robinson. Donated by LA Fitness

524. Show off Your Curves #1 Burn up to 500 calories with a 30-minute workout, which combines strength training and cardio for a workout that works your entire body, from head to toe. It works every major muscle group and gives you results that last. Give it a try today, with a one month membership. Donated by Curves of Kennedy Township

525. Show off Your Curves #2 Burn up to 500 calories with a 30-minute workout, which combines strength training and cardio for a workout that works your entire body, from head to toe. It works every major muscle group and gives you results that last. Give it a try today, with a one month membership. Donated by Curves of Kennedy Township

526. Show off Your Curves #3 Burn up to 500 calories with a 30-minute workout, which combines strength training and cardio for a workout that works your entire body, from head to toe. It works every major muscle group and gives you results that last. Give it a try today, with a one month membership. Donated by Curves of Kennedy Township

527. Have an Ice Time Skate the day away with two passes for 10 skaters each at Iceoplex. Then head over to Kings for an Angry Mob of ice cream! Donated by Iceoplex and a Friend of Holy Trinity

528. Catch That Ball! Get your hands on this autographed Bill Mazeroski baseball. This truly is a classic for the collector. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

529. Go Cavs! Wear a Cleveland Cavaliers t-shirt, sport a Cav's bag and proudly display a photograph signed by #31 Jawad Williams. Donated by the Cleveland Cavaliers

530. Let's Skate Grab the family and a couple of friends and head down to PPG place to skate with this pass for 6 people which includes admission and skate rental. After skating head to Downey's House to warm up with some hot chocolate. Donated by Magic Ice USA, Inc. and Downey's House

531. Xperience Xtreme! If you have never xperienced laser tag before, get ready for the thrill of your life! A gift card and some single game certificates will get you started. Donated by Xtreme Laser Storm

532. FORE! Experience a round of golf for four at Pittsburgh's beautiful Highland Country Club. If you are a Pittsburgher who enjoys both golf and history, this is the place to play. Your game will be inspired by this box of TaylorMade Penta balls, autographed by LGPA star Natalie Gulbis. Donated by Highland Country Club and a Friend of Holy Trinity

533. Go Dukes! Bid on 2 tickets to a Duquesne Dukes men's Basketball game and an autographed basketball signed by the entire team! Donated by Duquesne University and coordinated by Jim Balog

534. Curve Ball Head to nearby Altoona and catch a 2010 Minor League Baseball Eastern League Champion Altoona Curve game with this pass for 4 general admission tickets! Donated by Altoona Curve

535. Hot and Cold Spend a chilly day skating with friends using the Rink at PPG Place passes for 6 people, then warm up in Market Square at Primanti Bros. Donated by Magic Ice USA and Primanti Brothers

536. Captain Morgan Likes Penquins? We’ve got 2 tickets in the Captain Morgan club seats to the Wednesday, January 5 Penguins game vs. the Tampa Bay Lightening. We’ve also got tons of Pens stuff for the fan – t-shirt, hat, mousepad, photos, you name it! Donated by Nick and Anna Vari and The Pittsburgh Penguins

537. Penguins Forging History These are two great Penguins commemoratives in one great place! Wendell August Forge commemorates your ticket to the first ever Penguins hockey game at Consol Energy Center. The historic Bridgestone Winter Classic to be played on January 1, 2011 is also commemorated in a silver-plated medallion. Donated by the Mixter Family and a Friend of Holy Trinity


FROM HTS WITH LOVE

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601. Scrapbooking with Mrs. Stevenson and Mrs. Finn Your child and two friends will stay after school for a pizza and scrapbooking party! All the supplies you'll need are in this basket, just bring along some photos and imagination! Mrs. Stevenson and Mrs. Finn are old hats at this, and they'll guide the children along the way. Donated by Mrs. Stevenson, Mrs. Finn and Paparazzi Pizza

602. Holy Trinity 3rd and 4th grade Developmental Soccer Ball signed by the team

603. Holy Trinity Junior Varsity Soccer Ball signed by the team

604. Holy Trinity Varsity Soccer Ball signed by the team

607. Holy Trinity 3rd and 4th Girls' Developmental Basketball signed by the team

608. Holy Trinity 3rd and 4th Grade Boys' Developmental Basketball signed by the team

610. Holy Trinity Junior Varsity Girls' Basketball signed by the team

611. Holy Trinity Junior Varsity Boys' Basketball signed by the team

613. Holy Trinity Varsity Girls' Basketball signed by the team

614. Holy Trinity Varsity Boys' Basketball signed by the team

616. Holy Trinity Junior Varsity Volleyball signed by the team

617. Holy Trinity Varsity Volleyball signed by the team

618. Salt Box for the Seasons This hand-made salt box comes from our own principal's Dad! And our Student Council finished it off by painting each holiday decoration by hand. Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Fourth of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas are all represented, plus more! Donated by Mrs. Stevenson and Student Council

619. Holy Trinity Cross Country Jersey signed by the entire team

620. Holy Trinity Bowling Team Bowling Pin signed by the team

621. Reserved Seating For First Holy Communion 2A Keep bidding for the best seat in the house to see your son or daughter receive the Blessed Sacrament for the first time. Make it easy on you and your family to arrive in time to get a seat to see Holy Trinity Room 2A and 9 am CCD children receive our Lord in the Eucharist. What a memory this will be to treasure. Coordinated by the Holy Trinity Auction Committee and Mrs. Wilkinson

622. Reserved Seating For First Holy Communion 2B Keep bidding for the best seat in the house to see your son or daughter receive the Blessed Sacrament for the first time. Make it easy on you and your family to arrive in time to get a seat to see Holy Trinity Room 2B and 11 am CCD children receive our Lord in the Eucharist. What a memory this will be to treasure. Coordinated by the Holy Trinity Auction Committee and Mrs. Wilkinson.

623. Party in a Box Get your party started with this party in a box! Eight bottles of wine, a wine aerator, a bottle opener kit, cheese, sausage, cutting board and much more! Donated by the Faculty and Staff of Holy Trinity

624. Holy Trinity Pep Squad Megaphone signed by the pep squad grades 1-3.

625. Holy Trinity Cheerleaders' Megaphone Developmental Squad signed by the pep squad grades 1-3.

626. Holy Trinity Cheerleaders' Megaphone JV Squad signed by the squad

627. Holy Trinity Cheerleaders' Megaphone Varsity Squad signed by the squad

628. Go Tigers! Sport some of this Tiger-wear at the next HTS sporting event! Includes size Adult XL sweatshirt, size Youth XL hoodie, size Adult L golf shirt, a drawstring bag and fleece winter hat. Donated by Holy Trinity Athletic Association

629. Cheer the Girls Basketball Team Use this family pass to attend all 2010/11 season HTS Girls Basketball Games at no charge! Donated by Holy Trinity Athletic Association

630. Cheer the Boys Basketball Team Use this family pass to attend all 2010/11 season HTS Boys Basketball Games at no charge! Donated by Holy Trinity Athletic Association

631. A Bunch of Lunch Whether your kids love to buy their lunch, or you’re just tired of packing, this prize is for you! In addition to this $125 HTS Cafeteria gift certificate (that’s 50 lunches!), we’ll throw in one gym uniform – you pick the size! Donated by the Holy Trinity School Cafeteria


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702. Go Wide! He's back and you can have a piece of the action when you bid on this jersey signed by #82 Antwaan Randle El, wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Here we go Steelers! Here we go! Donated by Joe and Chrissy Kuchnicki

705. Let's Go Pens! You won't want to pass up this opportunity to see the Pens in their first season at Consol Energy Center. You'll be against the glass with these four front-row tickets to the Thursday, December 2 game vs. the Atlanta Thrashers (Sec. 104, Row A). You'll be looking like a die-hard fan in this authentic player's jersey, #87, of course! A parking pass in the East Parking Lot is included, too. Donated by a Friend of Holy Trinity

707. Chef O'Brien Get your friends and enjoy a gourmet dinner for eight in your home. (Must be scheduled after Jan 2011). Renowned Pittsburgh Chef Chris O'Brien will prepare a mouth-watering meal you will never forget. Chef O'Brien's new American cuisine is famous for using fresh local foods. He is a James Beard and Pennsylvania Governor's award winner and appears regularly on WQED Cooks and the Steel City Chefs. Chef O'Brien spent the last 17 years as Executive Chef at the Hyeholde and is now embarking on a new venture opening RESTAURANT ECHO in Cranberry in early 2011.

709. Extreme Home Make-Over Holy Trinity Edition! Get an Extreme Makeover for your home with this package! It contains $500 worth of labor from Holy Trinity school parents and parishioners: Suehr Enterprises, two rooms cleaned by R.L. Seibel Carpet Cleaning Services, a whole house energy audit from Energy Independent Solutions worth $650, one gas furnace safety inspection by Comfort Tech Inc., one hour of interior design consulting by Sensational Surroundings, a plumbing inspection by DiStifano Plumbing and eight hours of electrical work provided by Bischak Electrical Services. Donated by Suehr Enterprises, R.L. Siebel Carpet Cleaning Services, Comfort Tech, Inc., Sensational Surroundings, DiStifano Plumbing, Energy Independent Solutions (offoil.net) and Bischak Electrical Services

711. Luxury Suite at a Pens Game - Historic! Gather your friends and prepare to bid on a luxury suite at a Penguins game! Remember these games are all historic because this is the first year the Pens will play at Consol Energy Center. Choose from one of three games:

    • Wednesday January 5, 2011 vs Lightning
    • Tuesday, January 25, 2011 vs Islanders
    • Tuesday, February 8, 2011 vs Blue Jackets

This prize includes twelve (12) tickets in a luxury suite and three passes for parking in the North Lot. Food and beverage arrangements can be made by the winner at his/her discretion and expense. Donated by Pitt Ohio Express and coordinated by the Gehring Family

713. Go Ga Ga! Sequins, spandex, cigarette, sunglasses, lace, leather, tutus, wigs and bows, heels and bubbles, soda cans and fishnets -- that's what you wear to a Lady Gaga concert. So better start planning your outfit when you bid on these two tickets to the SOLD OUT Lady GaGa Concert. The show is Saturday February 26, 2011 at the brand new Consol Energy Center.

714. Hello Mickey! Spend one week, August 6th to 13th, 2011 in this beautiful two bedroom/two bath resort accommodations at the Sheraton Vistana Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL. In the midst of Orlando's theme parks, you never have to leave the resort for fun or relaxation. The property features nine tennis courts, a three-story Rip Slide, seven swimming pools, eight hot tubs, an 18-hole miniature golf course, daily activities, playgrounds, and jogging trails. Dining venues include Zimmie's Casual Eatery & Sports Bar, Cascades Bar & Grill, KFC, A&W, and Pizza Hut Express (seasonal). The Market Place grocery serves Starbucks coffee and boasts a New York style deli. After busy days, spacious and well-appointed one- and two-bedroom villas welcome you.

Two Bedroom Condominium Suites Include:

  • Fully equipped kitchen with microwave oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, full-sized oven, small appliances, dishes and utensils, cooking necessities.
  • Spacious Living Room with queen size sofa sleeper
  • Dining area
  • Whirlpool Tub
  • King Bed in the Master and Twin Beds in the second Bedroom
  • Three TV's, two VCR/DVD and Stereo Systems
  • Two Bedroom Condominium Suite sleeps 6-8 people

716. Be Your Child's Hero One child and their class will be permitted to attend school from December 13th -17th out of uniform! The students must dress up on Monday December 13th for mass, but can don their jeans and t-shirts (standard dress down rules apply-see page 4 of the HTS Student and Parent Handbook) for the rest of the week! Donated by Mrs. Stevenson

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