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COCKTAIL RECEPTION AND $15,000 CREDIT
Join Bill Vareika of William Vareika Fine Arts for a private cocktail reception and guided tour of the gallery for up to 15; paired with a $15,000 credit for the purchase of artwork in the gallery.
Donated by Alison and William Vareika, William Vareika Fine Arts Ltd., www.vareikaarts.com  

VINTAGE POND YACHT
Early 20th-century, 7.5-foot, double-ended pond yacht. Varnished wood hull with lead keel; suit of five linen sails and brass deck fittings, including tiller; mounted on a wood cradle.
Donated by Lannan Ship Model Gallery, www.lannangallery.com  

$10,000 CREDIT FOR SAILS
Use this gift certificate of $10,000. towards a sail order with a value of at least $25,000. Beautiful new sails to compliment your boat are waiting for you and IYRS gets the benefit of your donation!
Donated by Robbie Doyle, Doyle Sailmakers, www.doylesails.com

THE ART OF FINE WINE BY PETER KOTKA
30- by 40-inch oil on canvas; Peter Kotka is an artist in the latest volume Artists in Britain Since 1945; his images have been reproduced on greeting cards, collector's plates, and limited- edition giclée prints.
Donated by Kristal and Joe Dockery

KRAMER FAMILY PORTRAIT, ONE NIGHT AT ST. REGIS NEW YORK CITY
A timeless photo portrait indistinguishable from an oil painting costing $10,000. Portrait is photographed by Steven Kramer; 20-inch image hand-finished with oils and acrylics; includes one night stay at the prestigious St. Regis Hotel (up to four guests) in New York City, where the studio is located. Date must be mutually agreed upon with the photographer.
Donated by Kramer Portraits, www.kramerportraitsny.com  

PRIVATE JET TO THE ST. BARTHS BUCKET OR ANTIGUA RACE WEEK
The winning bidder and three passengers will embark on the trip of a lifetime aboard a Citation jet, which set a world record for circumnavigation of the globe in May 2004. Expires one year from the date of the auction.
Donated by Pam Levy and William M. Brooks

WEEKEND IN HISTORIC NEWPORT FOR 12
Ideal for a sailing team, family reunion, or large group. Three nights in an award-winning historically restored sea captain’s home. The Captain Simeon Potter House (ca. 1723) is located in a landmark historic district. Dates can range between October 1, 2011 and January 2, 2013 and must be mutually agreed upon with the owner.
Donated by Simeon Potter House, www.simeonpotterhouse.com  

TWO-NIGHT WEEKEND GETAWAY AT FORTY 1° NORTH in the Grand Suite with Private Chef’s Dinner and Harbor Cruise
Forty 1° North says luxury, fine dining, and on-water amenities; one of Newport’s unique and premier weekend experiences.
Donated by Forty 1° North, www.41north.com  

CHELSEA CLOCK
The Andover Classic is a superb timepiece in the Chelsea tradition. The clock features signature key-wind ship’s bell chiming mechanism, forged brass case on walnut wood base, deeply etched silver dial, hand applied gold-plated numerals, and an 8.5-inch dial.
Donated by JK Nicholas, Chelsea Clock, www.chelseaclock.com  

FOUR ROUND-TRIP TICKETS ON TRADEWIND AVIATIONS PREMIUM between San Juan and St. Barths
Travel in comfort in first-class service, in an executive modern, turbine aircraft; tickets are also valid on Tradewind's Premium service to Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard, from Westchester and Teterboro airports.
Donated by Tradewind Aviation, www.tradewindaviation.com

WEEKEND TO REMEMBER AT PEARLS BOUTIQUE HOTEL
Spend a weekend in a grand suite, furnished with a luxurious Paris cherry king sleigh bed, overlooking the hotel’s famous garden compound; Pearls house champagne will be chilled and waiting; package includes the spa, 12-Meter charter, and other local tickets.
Donated by Ray L. Meyerson, Pearls Boutique Hotels, www.pearlsofnewport.com