JEANETTE PASIN SLOAN PRINT

Famed artist Jeanette Pasin Sloan, grandmother of Francesca in BN, has donated this eleven-color lithograph titled “Bassano Stripes”. Sloan is known for her depiction of reflective objects set against patterned backgrounds. Her work is truly amazing. The image measures 17” x 16”.  Included with the print is a copy of her book “The Prints of Jeanette Sloan: a catalogue raissone”. Value: $1245

TWO NIGHTS IN NYC's UPPER EAST SIDE

Enjoy the comforts of home in the Upper East Side. This condo is unbelievable! 1200 sq ft including 2 bedrooms, a queen sofa bed, full kitchen and laundry. Schedule negotiable. Courtesy of Kay Stafford and Michele McCabe. Value: $500

ONE WEEKEND IN PALM BEACH

Spend one weekend in Palm Beach FL in this expansive 3 bedroom, 3 bath Palm Beach condo which features a partial ocean view, additional sleeping space, eat-in gourmet kitchen, TV/game room, and access to pool. Courtesy of Kay Stafford and Michele McCabe. Schedule negotiable. Value: $250

ONE WEEK IN PALM BEACH

Spend one sunny week in glorious Palm Beach FL in this expansive 3 bedroom, 3 bath Palm Beach condo which features a partial ocean view, additional sleeping space, eat-in gourmet kitchen, TV/game room, and access to pool. Courtesy of Kay Stafford and Michele McCabe. Schedule negotiable. Value: $2000

PAGANO'S SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS

This is the popular sausage and peppers dish that Marian Matheson (nee Pagano) has prepared for several years for the school year opening pot luck. They will be freshly made and delivered to your home upon request. Value: $50

SPORTS MEDICINE CONSULTATION

Current parent Darius Greenbacher M.D., a board-certified sports medicine specialist, offers cutting-edge (so to speak), non surgical treatments for adults and children. He uses a holistic approach for treating chronic sports and exercise related injuries. Expires 6/30/12. Value: $250

PROFESSIONAL LOGO DESIGN

Courtesy of Common School parent and industrial designer Will Wear, you'll have three hours of consultation/design time to create your own brand/logo for your business or...your life! Value: $300

TWO HOURS OF COLLEGE ADMISSION ADVISING

Current parent Nate Budington has over 20 years of college admissions experience, most recently at Williams College. Advising can include anything related to college admissions including self-assessment in preparation for the college search, strategies for college visits, high school curriculum planning, the application process and admission essay, summer programs,  extra-curricular life, merit scholarships etc. Transferable to a friend/relative of winner. Check out his website at www.berkshirecollegeadvising.com

Value: $200

SNOW DAY CHILD CARE FOR TWO CHILDREN

The snow's pouring down and the school website says "No school today". Your kids are leaping for joy in their PJ's and you've still got work to do. Dana to the rescue! Dana Kadish, Common School Outreach Administrator, former nursery teacher and mom to two current students will watch your kids from 8:30-3:00 at her home in Amherst. Cocoa and homemade cookies available! Value: priceless

CUSTOM MADE HOME TEETH BLEACHING TRAYS FOR TEETH WHITENING

Once again, our friends at Hunt & Piech Dental Group have donated this valuable item to the auction. These trays--custom made from your own personal teeth impressions--are the best way to quickly brighten and whiten your teeth. Value: $470

2 TICKETS TO BERKSHIRE THEATER FESTIVAL SHOW

Enjoy some of the best summer stock theatre in the nation at BTF. Combine your show with a tour of rejuvenated Pittsfield and its new array of restaurants and music venues. Value: $98

TRADER JOE'S GIFT BASKET

TJ's will make a gift assortment of some of their most popular items contained inside one of their reusable shoppers. Value: $30-$40

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN CONSULTATION

Thinking of expanding or renovating your home? Building a vacation home? Professional architect Blake Williams (P2er Arianna's dad) will meet with you to discuss your ideas. He will review your site and program to generate a plan sketch. This plan sketch can then be used by you to obtain a cost estimate from  a contractor and begin the preliminary planning of your dream home. Value: $600

WILL/HEALTH CARE PROXY/LIVING WILL/POWER OF ATTORNEY PACKAGE

Courtesy of eternal optimist and Common School parent Deb Robes, this offer includes a simple will, health care proxy, power of attorney, and living will. This is the minimum everyone should have to take legal care of him/herself and loved ones. For Massachusetts residents only. Value: $400

$500 GIFT CREDIT FOR SESSION WITH SARAH PRALL, PHOTOGRAPHER

Sarah Prall is one of the Valley's most sought after portrait photographers and this item will prove to be one of our most popular items in the 2011 auction. Winner receives a $500 gift credit toward a session! Visit her website: www.sarahprall.com Value: $500

2 TICKETS TO THE WILLIAMSTOWN THEATER FESTIVAL

The Williamstown Theater Festival is one of the most highly acclaimed summer stock festivals in the country--in fact it's a Toni winner. Enjoy watching classic plays with the nation's finest stage actors in Williams College's remarkable new '62 Center for Theatre and Dance. Winner receives two tickets to a play of their choice, dependent on availability. Value: $120

15 MINUTES OF FAME--GUEST DJ SPOT!

This is an on-air appearance on the radio program Spare the Rock, Spoil the Child  (indie music for indie kids on 93.9 The River)

The winner of this auction item will be able to choose songs  for a 15-minute segment of the show and introduce the songs on-air. They'll also have the opportunity to do some on-air gabbing with the host.

Value: Priceless.

FOUR-HOUR ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTATION WITH CHRISTOPHER RIDDLE

You'll win four hours of consultation with one of the Valley's most prominent architects. Chris will arrive at your home or business, listen to your hopes and needs, and sketch up a preliminary design.  Assuming the assignment is relatively simple - a house or small business - he's been able to produce a useful product in that space of time. This is an incredible offer! Value: $600

BEAUTIFUL SET OF HANDMADE CERAMIC BOWLS

Courtesy of Common School parent and expert potter Michelle Santangelo, this beautiful set of four handmade bowls (similar to what's in the photo) are for display or everyday use. Think of what a success your next party will be when you serve your pork rinds in a one of these magnificent pieces! Value: $60

HAND MADE KIDS SWEATER WITH COMMON SCHOOL LOGO

This beautiful hand knit, roll neck pullover sweater with the Common School "paper dolls" logo is hand knit of 100% Merino wool. We'd show a photo but it's currently under construction! Machine or hand washable cold; air dry flat. Lovingly created by Mo Turner. Value: $75

FAMILY PASS TO ERIC CARLE MUSEUM

Take the family (2 adults and up to 4 kids) for an afternoon at the Eric Carle Museum just south of the Hampshire College campus.  See the shows, and create your own art in the art lab. Value: $40

TWO PASSES TO THE CLARK ART INSTITUTE IN WILLIAMSTOWN

Williamstown's Clark Art Institute features one of the county's best collections of French Impressionism--and that's just a small part of the collection. Combine your visit to the Clark with a short hike to adjacent Stone Hill for one of the most beautiful views in New England (bring a picnic!), or combine your trip with a visit to North Adams' Mass MoCA or the Williams College Museum of Art. Value: $30

ONE-NIGHT STAY AT THE COOLEST HOTEL IN WESTERN MASS.

"The Porches" in North Adams, adjacent to MASS MoCa, is one of the funkiest, most luxurious hotels in the area. A series of restored industrial row houses, The Porches is a Berkshires landmark. The winner receives a mid-week, one-night stay. You'll receive a continental breakfast and access to the hotel's hot tub and indoor pool, and native plant garden. Value: $265

2 FREE PASSES FOR MASS MoCA

North Adams' MASS MoCA is one of the largest and most well-regarded contemporary art museums in the U.S.  Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Clark Art Institute, the Williams College Museum of Art, or a hike/drive to the top of Mt. Greylock. Value: $30