Live Auction Preview

Our "Night in Old Hollywood" is almost here! Preview all the wonderful items that will be up for bid in our Live Auction Gala below.

	Treehouse Cabin Getaway on Lake Margaret Valid for any June or September weekend or a mutually agreed upon weekend in 2024. No pets or smoking. Expires October 2024. Value: $795.00
	Experience Seattle’s 1st NHL Team, Seattle Kraken, for SIX! Immerse yourself into the Seattle hockey universe and cheer on Seattle’s very own Kraken! Treat your favorite people to an exciting night on the ice as this package includes six tickets to a home game for the 2024/25 season. Don’t miss your chance to get the hottest sports tickets in town. Let’s go, Kraken! Valid for a mutually agreed upon date for the 2024-2025 Seattle Kraken season. Tickets will be delivered electronically and cannot be transferred. Package expires April 2025. Value: $900.00
	Monthly Dinners Delivered by St. Francis Chefs for a Year You will be treated to meal specialties by our principal, Rosemary Leifer, our auction chairs, Amy & Dianna, our office manager extraordinaire Tracy DeTuerk, and various other St. Francis Parents who are renowned in our community for one or more of their culinary specialties. The first Friday of each month, you will have delivered to your door a full dinner meal that will feed at least four, prepared by a different St. Francis chef. Enjoy worldwide specialties, such as award-winning lasagna, native-inspired Thai cuisine, homemade Mexican fiesta, and so many other delicacies. Enjoy this world cruise of culinary delights. Chefs will try to accommodate dietary needs. Meals will be delivered to the winning bidder’s home the same day each month. We will work with the auction winner to develop a schedule for dinner delivery that works for them. Meal delivery valid for June 2024 - May 2025. Value: $0.00
	Desert Oasis Three-Night Stay in Palm Springs Dreaming of a relaxing vacation filled with sun, lazy days by the pool and great restaurants? Whether it’s a romantic getaway, an epic friend or couples’ weekend, or family fun, you don’t have to wait! The winning bidder of this stay at The Retreat on Mesquite will enjoy three nights at an incredible Palm Springs residence located in the Tahquitz River Estates which hugs the southern stretch of the downtown Palm Springs hub, Palm Canyon Drive. It has a village-like vibe with vintage shops, diverse dining and is popular for walking tours. The main house and separate casita have a total of 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and can accommodate up to 10 adults and 2 children. This completely renovated house has it all: a private pool, gas grill, gorgeous mountain views, built-in firepit, and nearby golf! Expires December 2024, based on mutually agreeable dates per availability. Not available Thanksgiving week, Labor Day weekend, Fourth of July weekend, Memorial Day weekend and late December 2024. Maximum 10 adults, 2 children. No pets. Cleaning fees and pool heating fees included. Value: $4,800.00
	Boat ride on Puget Sound led by Captain Dowd Watch the sunset with St. Francis’ beloved Playground Duty Extraordinaire, Tyler Dowd aboard her 44’ Scepter Sailboat! Four of you will sail out of Des Moines marina for a four-hour sunset ride enjoying the sights of Puget Sound. While sailing, you and your guests will be sipping on wine and enjoying delicious nibbles. In addition, don’t forget to take your gift basket from Marina Mercantile, a lovely corner market and cafe located right in Des Moines, on board with you. It offers additional goodies and snacks to enjoy during your sail. Adults only please, as we can agree that Tyler, who is absolutely amazing with our children at recess, deserves her adult-time as much as we do. Based on mutually agreeable dates. Expires October 1, 2024. Value: $960.00
	Private Wine-Pairing Dinner for 6 at Three Tree Point Store Step into the heart of the charming Three Tree Point neighborhood and immerse yourself in an evening of culinary excellence with our exclusive auction offering: a private dinner for six at the delightful Three Tree Point Store. Based on mutually agreeable dates. Nelle will coordinate with the winning bidder to accommodate dietary needs and preferences. For up to 6 people. Expires June 1, 2025. Value: $700.00
	Principal for a Day Does your child want to know what it feels like to run the school? Well this is their golden opportunity to give our new principal the day off and be the principal of St. Francis for the ENTIRE day! They will have the opportunity to be the FIRST Principal of the Day under our new principal’s leadership! They will make all-school announcements on the intercom, visit classrooms, extend (or add another) recess, or change the dress code. Let your child make the executive decisions for the day! They can go to The Bean for a mid-day hot chocolate or Italian soda break and will get to choose a special lunch brought in for themselves and up to three friends to enjoy with our new principal, and more! Your child will miss class for the entire day while getting to know our new principal. This is an experience they will long remember! Date to be mutually agreed upon with the principal. Valid for one currently enrolled St. Francis of Assisi student during the 2024-2025 school year. Value: $0.00
	Two Magical Nights at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel Have the ultimate Disney experience by staying in the brand new contemporary hotel, The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, which is just steps away from the park! Have family fun all day in the parks and come back to your modern and calming lodging that still sparkles with Disney magic. This package includes a deluxe studio room that sleeps four with one queen bed plus one queen Murphy bed and fully stocked kitchenette. You will enjoy the highly rated customer service and amenities that Disney offers and when you stay at a Disneyland Hotel you receive early entry 30 minutes before general opening - that alone is priceless! Surprise the kids with a 4800+ piece Disney castle Lego set included in the package and once finished tell them, “We’re going to Disneyland!” Winners will also receive $400 in Disney gift cards that you can use toward your theme park tickets! Expires October 1, 2025, based on mutually agreed upon dates. Nights must be consecutive. Excludes reservations during the following date ranges: March 15-31, 2024; April 1-30, 2024; Nov 26- 29, 2024; Dec 18-31, 2024. For bookings in 2025, similar blackout date ranges around spring break and Thanksgiving/Christmas holidays also exist. Value: $2,500.00
	Classroom Experience with K9 Officer Odin and Police Officer Johnson Treat your student and their classmates with an in-person opportunity to meet a real police K9! Students will meet commissioned, working K9 Officer Odin and his handler, Officer Johnson with the Tacoma Police Department. K9 Odin is a two year-old German Shepard bred, raised, and trained in the Czech Republic. He is a general-purpose police dog and is trained to search, track and alert missing people and wanted suspects. In addition, the class will get to ask questions, see the inside of a K9 patrol car and learn more about working dogs. Each student will receive a photo of Odin and can have their photos taken during the visit. Visit Summary Includes: Expires June 2025. To be redeemed at an agreeable time with Teacher/Officer. Coordination between officer, winning bidder, and teacher will need to agree upon a time and date during school hours. Value: $400.00
	60 Foot Yacht Cruise to Gig Harbor For Six Grab your favorite shipmates for an all-day sailing aboard a 60’ Ocean Alexander yacht. You will be departing from Des Moines marina and enjoy a scenic tour of Puget Sound as you slowly cruise to Gig Harbor. During your cruise, relish in the delicious wines and pre-dinner appetizers, before arriving at the town’s only public ferry landing, The People’s Dock. You’ll then go ashore for dinner at Tides Tavern in Gig Harbor, a longtime favorite eatery of the locals with delicious food and tons of history. When finished, your yacht and crew will be waiting for you for your cruise back home. Happy sailing! Maximum of 6 guests, based on mutually agreeable date. $300 gift card is included for dinner at Tides Tavern. Total excursion is approximately 8 hours. Tides Tavern is 21+ restaurant. Expires 1 year from auction date. Value: $7,800.00

2024 Live Auction Gala Entree Choices

Chicken: Seared Chicken | Chipotle-Chive Beurre Blanc, Boursin Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Carrots (GF/NF)

Salmon: Seared Salmon | Pesto Compound Butter, Seasonal Risotto and Roasted Carrots (GF/NF)

Vegetarian: Cumin Dusted Cauliflower Steak | Black Lentils | Sweet Potatoes | Chipotle Infused Tomato Sauce (GF/DF/NF/Vgn)

All choices come with salad, bread, complimentary wine, and coffee & tea service.

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