We are in the final stages of preparation for Saturday's auction!     

To make the most of the evening, please read the information below about the schedule, buy it now option, photos, and more. Don't miss the information about our Fund A Need, Inspired by Science.  

We hope to include a listing of the silent and live auction items in today's newsletter. You can use the list to do some advance recognizance and plan your bidding strategy!

After you admire the art, please check out the displays for our live auction items and be sure to sign up for our community events and wine magnums with class art. 

The winners in the online auction will receive an email from Business Director Kevin Richmond. You can pay and pick up your items at the auction on Saturday or do so next Monday at school. 

Lastly, thank you to everyone who has been involved in the auction in any way. Whether you are an auction committee member, a sponsor, a donor, or a guest, we appreciate your part in making this another great Riverstone celebration!   

See you at the auction!

Evening schedule 

5:00 PM Silent auction and dessert auction start; CrazyBooth photos start

7:00 PM First section of silent auction closes

7:15 PM Second section of silent auction closes

7:25 PM Dessert auction closes

7:35 PM Dinner served and desserts delivered

8:00 PM Live auction starts with Fund A Need as final item

CrazyBooth photos

Barb Bergesen will be back again with her CrazyBooth photos! Only $20 per 5x7 photo. Photos will be ready after spring break.

Buy it now

Many items have a buy it now price -- take advantage of this option if you want to guarantee that you win an item!

Dessert auction

Be sure to place your bid on your favorite dessert! Buy it now is a great way to guarantee your table enjoys your favorite dessert. Desserts will be delivered to the winning bidder after everyone is seated for dinner.

Sign ups

The signs ups that appear below will be available to sign up for on the evening of the auction too (as space allows).

Cash is king

Please consider paying your auction bill with a check this year. We understand that many of you prefer to use your credit cards, but the school pays fees to the credit card vendors for every transaction, thus reducing the money that goes to the school. 

This year's Fund A Need, Inspired by Science, will invest in our students by improving their experience with science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programs.

We need to ensure our classrooms and labs are equipped with the supplies, materials, and functionality to match the depth of our strong science curriculum. From preschool through high school, students can build upon their natural curiosity and expand their problem solving abilities as they investigate, research, and explore science more fully.  

We would also like to integrate a nationally recognized STEM curriculum developed by Project Lead the Way (www.pltw.org) professional development and training, materials, and learning modules that will enhance our Units of Inquiry in the Elementary School and our Design Technology classes in the Middle School. Our goal is to integrate Project Lead the Way in Grades 5 and 6 next year, with the intent of expanding to Kindergarten through Grade 8. The curriculum is well-developed, consistent with Riverstone's inquiry based learning, and relevant. With this program, we will continue to build our students' STEM skills.    

Minecraft Party (Saturday, April 18, 2015) 

Up to 20 children will enjoy an afternoon on a dedicated private server at the Linville/Thurber home. Boundless fun with refreshments to recharge the hungry gamers. Kindly donated by Brooke Linville and Dan Thurber.  Sign up here.

Riverstone's First Annual Golf Tournament (Saturday, May 16 at 1:30 PM)

Golf scramble at Warm Springs Golf Course! Form a team of four or sign up solo and we'll place you on a team! Teams can consist of male, female, co-ed, student/teacher, etc. $100 per player includes round of golf, cart, and light refreshments midway through the course. Kindly organized by Pete Burton. Sign up here.  

Caddyshack Cocktail Party (Saturday, May 16 at 5:30 PM)

Head to the home of Kurt & Treacy Liebich for a festive Caddyshack themed cocktail party! Whether you finish your round of golf in the scramble or meet the players afterward, all are invited! Don't forget to pop your collar and sport your best plaid pants! Kindly donated by Kurt & Treacy Liebich. Sign up here. 

Cricket and Summer Picnic

Ever worried about sticky wickets and corridors of uncertainty? If not, perhaps that's because you haven't yet become familiar with cricket - a most civilized international game. Here's a chance to get a lesson and put your skills to the test in a match followed by an Indian picnic with samosas, Indian snacks and of course, high tea. Open to adults and children 10 and up. Date will be late summer or early fall. Kindly donated by Pragnyaa and Murali Ranganathan. Sign up here.

Tennis Clinic for Adults & Tennis Clinic for Children (10 and under)