Program of Events March 18, 2023
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Thank You for your support of the 2023 Gala Together we can do difficult things Imagine what is possible in 2023-2024 2
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala Dear school parents and guests of this year’s SJA auction: It’s hard to believe that the first “Mission Impossible” movie with Tom Cruise debuted 27 years ago in 1996. At that time I was an associate pastor here at St. Joan of Arc parish with Fr. Roman as pastor. I never imagined that one day I would be the pastor of this parish attending a school auction that has this movie as its theme. Impossible? I guess not. What is actually impossible? Two thousand years ago, when the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and invited her to undertake a most unique mission in human history, the angel assured her that nothing would be impossible for God. Since that moment in time, the challenge has been to believe what the angel proclaimed. Here at St. Joan of Arc School, I would like to think that we have a privileged role in helping our students believe those words of the angel, that nothing is impossible for God. The event that brings us together on March 18, is an important means that assists us achieving that goal so that our students can embrace the unique mission that God has given each of them. Thank you for your support of our school and of this year’s auction. Together we can make a future filled with possibilities for our students, our church and our world. Sincerely, (Rev.) Gabriel B. Baltes, O.S.B. Pastor 3
Dear Supporters of Saint Joan of Arc School, It is an honor to welcome you to the 2023 Saint Joan of Arc School Gala Auction and Dinner, Mission Possible. I would like to extend a sincere thank you to all of our donors, families, and community businesses for your support and for the auction items donated that will contribute to the success of this evening. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. Tonight, we come together once again to support our initiatives, students, and teachers. The proceeds from this evening will contribute to the continued improvement and support of the educational experiences of our students and support the amazingly dedicated staff. One of the greatest assets of Saint Joan of Arc School is its caring and dedicated teachers. Our school theme for this year is Together, We Can Do Difficult Things hence Mission Possible! Thank you to all of the amazing volunteers who have generously given their time, talents, and treasure to make this fundraiser possible. The Auction Committee has done another phenomenal job planning, creating, and bringing this wonderful event to life for us. We hope that you enjoy this lovely evening that celebrates and supports Saint Joan of Arc Catholic School. Thank you for being a part of this worthwhile event. 4
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala WINE PULL Everyone wins! $25 per cork Each numbered cork matches one bottle of wine! all bottles valued at $25 and above and several lucky winners will win extra raffle tickets or wine bottles valued well over $100! Bottles of wine must be enjoyed at home. Cheers! 5
Program of Events MISSION OBJECTIVES St. Joan of Arc School Welcome and Prayer Development Committee Co-Chairs, Beth Reilly and Derryk Madsen Saint Joan of Arc Student Speaker, Maeve Reilly Raffle Winners Live Auction Silent auction closes at 8:15pm. Principal Address, Michelle Picchione Gracious Giving 6
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala Menu HORS D’OEUVRES Mini Beef Wellington with Rosemary Peppercorn Sauce Honey Sriracha Chicken Meatballs Vegetable Egg Rolls with Ginger Soy Reduction STARTER Tender Baby Greens with Heirloom Tomato, Ribboned Cucumber, Matchstick Carrots and Goat Cheese served with Peppercorn Ranch Dressing MAIN COURSE Prosciutto, Sundried Tomato and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast with Pesto Cream, Creamy Polenta and Broccolini Day Braised Beef Short Ribs with Reduced Pan Jus, Fingerling Potatoes and Root Vegetables Root Vegetable Gnocchi, Wild Mushroom Ragout and Shaved Parmesan Cheese DESSERT Flourless Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache and Raspberry Coulis Coffee & Hot Tea 7
Online Bidding The silent auction is open for bidding! GiveSmart is your source for bidding on silent and live auctions and Gracious Giving during the night. We are thankful for the generous baskets we have to offer this year! Place your bids early and keep an eye on your favorites throughout the night! Silent auction closes at 8:15pm. Join the bidding at: 8 2023SJAGALA.GIVESMART.COM
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala Premier Silent Auction Topping the list of our silent auction items: • Hawaii Getaway • Aerial Tour of Chicago for 4 • Premium White Sox Tickets (5) + Stadium Club Access, Parking, and $200 in White Sox Stadium Bucks • 2 Floor Seats to Chicago Bulls vs. 76ers on 3/22 • 4 First Row Seats to Chicago Bulls vs. Los Angeles Lakers on 3/29 • Girgis Orthodontist: 1/2 off a full orthodontic treatment (up to $2,800) • Lunch for 6 with Mayor Pecak Raising Paddles is a fundraising consulting group that helped over 150 organizations raise over $53 million dollars in 2022. They believe in vesting time in an organization and learning about their mission. When it’s time for fundraising, they can speak from the heart about your goals and help you to succeed and surpass your goals. Shannon Eason, your Fundraising Ambassador tonight, is an International Champion Auctioneer with over 35 years of experience. Her energy, excitement and enthusiasm is contagious and she’s anxious to share it with St. Joan of Arc Catholic School. We want to thank Raising Paddles for partnering with us this year and for their generous donation of the Mexico trip to our Live Auction. 9
Thank you for participating in the Annual Raffle! Raffle tickets charged to your school tuition will automatically be entered into the drawing. In addition, you can buy raffle tickets now on GiveSmart up until the drawing. The more raffle tickets you enter into the drawing, the more chances you have to win! Raffle winners will be drawn during the gala! 1st Place: Tuition for (1) child 2023-24 school year OR $4,000 cash 2nd Place: $1,000 3rd Place: $500 10
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala Grand Raffle Drawing Gourmet Private Chef Dinner St. Joan of Arc’s very own classically-trained chef, Derryk Madsen, will prepare and cook a 8-course meal for up to 12 people in your home. Derryk trained with some of the best chefs in the country; including James Beard Award winners and Michelin Star holders like Wolfgang Puck, Terrance Brennan, Mindy Segal, and Michael Kornick. Showcasing luxury ingredients (lobster, caviar, foie gras,etc) throughout the menu, Derryk will craft a unique five-star dining experience. Previous years’ menus included such offerings as Deconstructed Beef Wellington, Australian Lamb with Roasted Garlic Flan, Muscovy Duck Salad, Lobster Risotto with Melted Leeks and Fried Basil, and Derryk’s famous Peanut Butter Ice Cream. This includes a full kitchen and wait staff so you and your quests can enjoy what is sure to be an unforgettable evening. Generously donated by the Madsen Family 11
Live Auction #1 Journey to MEXICO This fabulous trip is for 7 nights, for 2 adults and 2 children 12 and under. Winner can choose from 4 VIDANTA destinations! • Riviera Maya • Nuevo Vallarta • Acapulco • Puerto Peñasco For clarification, the trip is for accommodations only. Upgrade to larger accomodations for up to 6 people available for additional fee. Activities, travel, food & beverage are not included. https://vimeo.com/304661228 Amenities include: Activities include: Championship Golf Courses Whale watching World Class Spa & Fitness Dolphin programs Variety of Pools Sailing (Infinity, hot tubs, zero depth, Flyboarding lazy river, swim-up bar pools) Historic tours Award winning cuisine, dozens of restaurants Local shopping Cirque du Soleil (@ Riviera Maya) Kids Club Program Generously donated by Raising Paddles and St Joan of Arc Catholic School 12
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala Live Auction #2 Catalina Club at WRIGLEY FIELD Four (4) Catalina Club tickets to the Cubs vs Diamondbacks game on Saturday, September 9th at 1:20pm. https://alsd.com/content/wrigley-field-catalina-club It’s a VIP experience for sure. VIP entrance, elevator, indoor and outdoor lounge, all you can eat (buffet and grill made to order with options for everyone - vegetarian, GF, etc), beer, wine and non-alcoholic (Cash Bar), outdoor patio with gorgeous views of the city, ticketed seats above home plate and right below where they announce and sing the 7th inning stretch - you will probably be on TV! Includes: Uber gift card to cover your transportation. Generously donated by Clarion Construction, Inc. 13
Live Auction #3 LIVE NATION VIP Premium Concert Package Enjoy a concert like a Rock Star with 4 tickets to any show at Hollywood Casino Amphitheater or Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island. Includes VIP Parking, VIP Entrance, VIP Club access with private restrooms Upcoming shows this summer include: • Janet Jackson • Barenaked Ladies • Shania Twain • Foreigner & Loverboy • Lynyrd Skynyrd & ZZ Top • and more! Generously donated by Live Nation Premium Seat Sales 14
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala Live Auction #4 Spirit of SJA Deluxe Package This package begins with having the distinct honor of being the home of the Spirit of St. Joan of Arc Flame for the next year. This one-of-kind item was created by Lisle Heritage Society blacksmith Jim Fousek. The item will come with a blessing of your home from our very own, Father Gabriel Baltes. As Keeper of the Flame for the year you will enjoy the following school perks: • A premium parking spot for the year • Priority selection of WatchDog day for Dad • Out of Uniform once a week for the school year • Morning Guest Announcer for a Week for all of your children • Early access to Uniform Resale • Selection of week for Star of the Week for all of your children • Priority Parent-Teacher Conference sign-up • SJA Yearbook/Memory book for 2023 • $120 in Hot Lunch Credit • $200 in Extended Day credit for the family Generously donated by the staff of SJA 15
Live Auction #5 ORLANDO Vacation Package 7 Nights, 4 Guests - Orlando, Florida Family Fun in the Theme Park Capital of the World Includes $500 Disney Card & $1,000 Southwest Airlines Gift Cards Featured Resorts • Westgate Lakes Resort • Westgate Vacation Villas • Mystic Dunes Theme Park Capital of the World • Walt Disney World Resort • Legoland Florida • Universal Orlando Resort • Gatorland Wildlife Preserve • Sea World, Discovery Cove, Aquatica Generously donated by Raising Paddles, the Jackson Family & the Reilly Family 16
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala Live Auction #6 The Shanahan Shores on Beautiful Marco Island One-Week stay on Marco Island Search for sand dollars on Tigertail beach, soak up the sun and then return to your Marco Island ‘home’. This family focused vacation rental has everything you need to travel light with little ones. With three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this house is perfect for two families traveling together or bring the grandparents along with your family for a sunshine filled stay! All brand new appliances, furniture and linens- this house is ready for your island getaway! Some blackout dates. See the full listing and check for availability online. https://abnb.me/3wFahopNFwb Generously donated by the Shanahan Family 17
Donors With gratitude to our generous donors, thank you! • B & M Anderson Family • Madsen Family • Wangler family • Baby Bear Photography • Magnuson Family • Weigel Family • Beltran Family • Mario Tricocci • Westin • Benet Academy • Marks Family • Windy City Bulls • Berthoud Family • Marriot Theatre • Windy City • Board & Brush • Mauro Provisions Thunderbolts • Bohemian Spaw • Mayor Pecak • Wines for Humanity • Boughton Ridge Golf • Minor Family • Woodridge-Lisle Fire Course • Montini Catholic High Department • Breakaway Basketball School • YogaSix • Brookfield Zoo • Nicholas Family • Zilm Family • Butas Family • Niehaus Family Additional thanks to: • Carr Family • Norman-Dass Family • Fr. Gabriel Baltes • Chicago Wolves • Paramount Theatre • Mrs. M. Anderson • Classic Cinemas • Parr Family • Mrs. T. Anderson • Condon Family • Perfection Servo • Mrs. Barenbrugge • Crumbl Cookie • Providence Catholic • Mrs. Bonomo • Cyranek Family High School • Mrs. Caruso • Deb Faber • Purely Meat Company • Mrs. Clark • Delta Fox, Corp • Raising Canes • Mrs. Clinnin • Dennis Uniform • Reilly Family • Mrs. Galant • Dick Pond Athletics • Roake Family • Mrs. Graves • Dzikowicz Family • Robert F. Girgis DDS • Mrs. Hicks • Dzwonkowski-Nichols • Rybell’s Blow Dry Bar • Mrs. Jones Family • Salon Fluxx • Mrs. Kenney • Elan Photography • Schieszler Family • Mrs. Kimmel • Fox Bowl • Screenvision • Dr. Kucaj • Garriga Family • Scrims • Mrs. Lauinger • Garvey Family • Seven Bridges Golf Club • Mrs. Letsinger • Gieba/Banuelos Family • Simek-Fitch Family • Mrs. McIntyre • Granger Family • Smith Family • Mr. Olague • Hudetz Family • Solano Family • Mrs. Persico • Iaria Family • Soldato Family • Mrs. Picchione • Jackson Family • Soraparu Family • Mrs. Putong • Joliet Catholic Academy • Spring Brook Marina • Mr. Rickert • Kane County Cougars • St. Francis High School • Mr. Susic • D & J Kelly Family • Stacy De & Company • Mrs. Suwanski • J & K Kelly Family • Starbucks-Lisle • Mrs. Svitak • Klody Family • Steppenwolf • Mrs. Weber • L & C Anderson Family • The Collective • Mrs. Zink • Lira Family • Two Bostons • Lisle High School • Ulta Cover Artist Winners • Lisle Lanes • Umani Family Nate Clinnin • Lisle Park District • Uribe Family Brianna Konopacz • Lisle Police Department • Villegas Family • Loyola University • Walter E Smithe 18
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Thank You! A Note of Thanks...To all our Volunteers: Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all the amazing parents and teachers who have stepped up to help to make the St. Joan of Arc 26th annual Gala a success. When we work together every Mission IS Possible! We all have busy lives outside of SJA and it is a true testament of how committed we are to making this the best possible place for our children to learn in a faith-based environment with all the new families helping us this year. As we always say, giving is not always about dollars (although that helps), it is also about giving of your time, your talents, and your treasure. That has been very apparent and appreciated as we have planned this amazing event. So, with the most heart-felt thanks, join us in thanking everyone who has been involved in accepting their mission and making it possible! God Bless, The Development Committee Mrs. Michelle Picchione - Principal Mrs. Karyn Barenbrugge - Vice Principal Mrs. Denise Petty - Director of Marketing Beth Reilly and Derryk Madsen - Development Committee Co-Chairs Auction Volunteers Jeremy Jackson - School Board President Gina Anderson - PSO President Beth Reilly and Derryk Madsen - Auction Committee Co-Chairs Tom Giovingo - Development Committee Alice Paipa-Lenard - Development Committee Mrs. Colleen Clark -Development Committee Gina Clinnin - Office Administrator Becky Giudice Theresa Kowalski Amanda McIntyre Andy Uribe Maria Anderson Shannon Clayton Liza Schieszler Angela Lugowski Grace Soraparu Dahlia Morello Shannon Tamborski Erin Doty Sarah Anderson And our many generous donors listed in this book 20
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala Sponsors Our Partners, Parents • Rescar and Parishioners helped • Lisle Bank and make this evening Savings a huge success with • Woody Buick GMC monetary or service Naperville donations. • Wealth House, LLC We’d like to • Comtec Industries, acknowledge our LTD appreciation for your contribution to the • Craig’s Auto Service event at all levels of Center sponsorship. On behalf of our students and faculty, thank you for your kindness! 21
2023 Elite Corporate Sponsor AMERICA’S LEADING PROVIDER OF RAIL SOLUTIONS Whether provided by an on-site dedicate crew or a mobile response unit, only Rescar offers the unique and flexible services to keep your fleet moving! OUR SERVICES INCLUDE: • Railcar Cleaning • Submerged Railcar Maintenance • In-Plant Switching • Mobile Hopper Car Unit • Track Inspection & Maintenance • Mobile Service Equipment Unit • Loading & Unloading • 3rd Party Valve Services • Railcar Maintenance • Mobile ISO Container Repair VISIT RESCAR.COM F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N 22
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Illinois Largest Buick, GMC and GM Certified Used Car Dealer • Illinois’ largest Buick and GMC selection • Auto Valet Service - At Home/At Office Service Pick up and Drop off • Huge Selection of GM Certified Used Vehicles w/extended warranties • Doorstep Delivery - If You Can’t Come To Woody, Woody Will Come to You. • GM Dealer of the Year 10 Years Running! Woody Woodring • If You Have A Trade, We Have A Deal! President 1585 W. Ogden Ave, Naperville Just East of the Fox Valley Mall 888-558-6610 SHOP ONLINE WOODYCARS.COM P033.04_Woody_Buick_GMC_4.5x7_StJoanOfArc_MagazineAd 24
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala 2023 Gala Teacher Sponsor Friend of the Gala Sponsor Meredith Waterstraat Jewelry And family Congratulate future Redwing Aubrey Cleary 25
2023 Gala Teacher Sponsor Auto Service Center Serving Lisle for 29 Years with Honest & Reliable Auto Service 2 Year/24,000 Mile Warranty Complete Auto Repair Service Tires, brakes, batteries and more! Courtesy Shuttle (630) 852-7510 IL Rt. 53 & Warrenville Road www.craigsautoservice-bp.com Serving Lisle for Over 29 Years! Meredith Waterstraat Jewelry And family Wish all the luck to Aubrey Cleary next year! 26
St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala Natural personal care products for the whole family Meredith Waterstraat Jewelry SJA Family | Based in Naperville Local pickup available And family Use code SJA23 to save 20% (expires 12/31/23) Wish the best of luck to Aubrey Cleary wholeloveorganics.com Congrats to the 7th grade boys volleyball team! 2022 Tri County Catholic Conference undefeated champs. 15-0 27
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2023 Gala Program Sponsor Thank you for your continued support of SJA and its teachers! St. Joan of Arc School’s 26th Annual Gala
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