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	A Night at the Museum - Saturday, September 26 A Gathering of Historic Proportions! Gather at the museum for a blaze of dessert, champagne, entertainment and dancing! Lead Sponsors BrodyWilkinson PC and Merit Insurance, additional sponsorship by Fairfield Minuteman and Connecticut Cottages & Gardens A Night at the Museum Silent Auction! Win a holiday getaway, fabulous jewelry, or an evening’s entertainment while helping to support the Fairfield Museum. View all of the amazing items below. Not attending A Night at the Museum? Call the museum with your bid to join in the fun, or if you don’t want to risk being outbid, Buy it Now! for the price listed. Your winning bid will support our community and educational programs. Place your bids today by calling 203-259-1598.
	1) Cocktail Reception for 12 at a New York City Penthouse Art Gallery Entertain friends or clients at the height of style at one of New York’s most fashionable addresses; the penthouse MME Art Gallery (www.mmefineart.com), located in the heart of the Upper East Side. Tour the priceless collection of Nineteenth Century paintings with owners, Mindy Moak and Elizabeth Stallman, for an insider’s perspective on rare works by Albert Bierstadt, Edward Moran and jasper Cropsey. Toast the evening with catered cocktails and hors d’oeuvres overlooking the East River. Winners are requested to redeem their prize by June 30, 2010. Donated by: MME Art Gallery Value: $1,200 Opening Bid: $500 Bid increments: $100 Buy it Now! price: $1,500
	2) Use of Fairfield’s Famous Sun Tavern for your Private Reception Welcome up to 40 guests to the historic 18th century Rising Sun Tavern where George Washington slept and Benjamin Franklin dined. Treat visitors to a tour of two floors of Fairfield history and enjoy an evening of historic proportions! Use this charming restored tavern to host a costume party, a Thanksgiving feast, or holiday gathering. The winner has use of the empty tavern on a mutually agreed upon date to be determined with the Fairfield Museum. Winner must provide all food, drink, furniture, and supplies for their event. Donated by: The Fairfield Museum and History Center Value: $800 Opening Bid: $300 Bid increments: $100 Buy it Now price: $1,000
	3) Sterling Silver Bracelet with Sapphires Wear a piece of modern art designed by internationally acclaimed silver specialist, Alastair Crawford (www.crawfordcontemporary.com). The bracelet is set with deep blue sapphires for a striking contrast certain to add sparkle to any look (and attract plenty of compliments). Donated by: Crawford Contemporary Value: $2,800 Opening Bid: $750 Bid increments: $100 Buy it Now price: $3,000
	4) Christmas Stroll Weekend in a Nantucket Cottage Up to 5 people can enjoy this charming rose-covered cottage at 53 Cliff Road, just steps from the beach and within easy walking distance of Nantucket’s town center. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage will be yours for 3 days and 2 nights over Nantucket’s Christmas Stroll Weekend, December 4-6. Nantucket is particularly enchanting during the holiday season, when New England’s finest traditions come alive for the Annual Christmas Stroll Weekend. Carolers in Victorian costumes, bell ringers, student choirs and other musicians perform on the Main Street stage and stroll through town performing, all the while visitors enjoy Nantucket’s beloved shops and restaurants. Donated by Radford and Wendy Stone. Value: $1,600 Opening Bid: $800 Bid increments: $100 Buy it Now price: $1,800
	5) Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Blossom Creamer with Ivory Handle Made in Copenhagen in 1920, this rare and exquisite piece of Georg Jensen sterling silver is a superb addition to any collection, or the perfect incentive to start one. Experts and admirers will take notice of the hand-carved ivory handle that lends a unique accent to this special item. What better reason to brew a cup of tea? Donated by Alastair Crawford, LLC Value: $2,500 Opening Bid: $750 Bid increments: $100 Buy it Now price: $2,600
	6) Use of the Fairfield Museum for your Private Reception Surprise friends and colleagues with a new destination for the annual party – The Fairfield Museum and History Center! The spectacular Jacky Durrell Meeting Hall and David Engelman Reception Hall overlooking Fairfield’s historic Town Green are yours for three hours to eat, drink and be merry. Tour the galleries that contain glimpses at Fairfield’s past and its people. Take advantage of this community gem! Value: $650 Opening Bid: $200 Bid increments: $50 Buy it Now price: $700
	7) Woman’s Valentino Watch Give her the time of her life with a Swiss-made Valentino watch. Known worldwide for their elegance and exceptional durability, this timepiece is a stylish investment. Check one item off your holiday shopping list…or add one to your wish list! Donated by: The Timex Group Value: $1,200 Opening Bid: $500 Bid increments: $100 Buy it Now price: $1,400
	8) Two-Hour Landscape Consultation Tired of the same old-same-old boxwoods and bayberries in your yard? Spruce up your property with a customized consultation with Fairfield’s favorite landscape architect, Marna Ringel. Her designs are known for their striking use of color and texture that add interest to your home and increase its curb appeal. Donated by Marna Ringel Value: $500 Opening Bid: $100 Bid increments: $50 Buy it Now price: $600
	9) 4 Tickets to the Live Season Finale of The Biggest Loser in Los Angeles Join the live season finale audience of television sensation, “The Biggest Loser” in Los Angeles with three friends! This inspirational show transforms the lives of contestants through exercise, nutritional counseling and lifestyle modification. It’s an emotional and addictive program that produces tears from the most stoic viewers. Enjoy the show on December 8, 2009 along with the series’ bestselling books and dvds for a life-changing experience. Donated by: Reveille Productions / H. T. Owens Value: $800 Opening Bid: $250 Bid increments: $50 Buy it Now price: $1,000
	10) 18K Green Gold and Turquoise Simantov Earrings Those in pursuit of the endless summer will adore these elegant starfish earrings from R Simantov Fine Jewelry. Jewelry designer, Reubin Simantov of Nantucket, Greenwich and New York, created these chic 18K green gold sea stars accented with turquoise drawing from his love of the sea. Whether you’re home or on holiday, these will look lovely in any season. Donated by: Reubin Simantov Value: $1,500 Opening Bid: $500 Bid increments: $100 Buy it Now price: $1,600
	11) Contemporary Abstract Painting by Shauna Pickering Complement family portraits and serene landscapes with this one of a kind contemporary painting by Westport-based artist, Shauna Pickering. Known for her use of bold colors and abstract designs, Ms. Pickering’s 2009 Untitled piece (24 x 30 inches) is acrylic on canvas and focuses on an intriguing blend of colors, certain to invite lively discussions. Donated by Shauna Pickering Value: $750 Opening Bid: $100 Bid increments: $50 Buy it Now price: $800
	12) Sisley Cosmetics Extravaganza More than “hope in a jar”, Sisley’s beauty products rely on the proven benefits of natural plant extracts and botanical aromatic essential oils. This deluxe skincare set contains all the ingredients for exceptional skin. Items include: Sisleya, Hydra Global, Baume Efficace Eye and Lip Gel, Floral Toner, Lyslait Cleanser, Linden Blossom Mask, Supremya Nighttime anit-aging in a terry Travel Tote. The winner is also invited to visit a Sisley Cosmetics aesthetician for a one-on-one complexion analysis and makeup application. A wonderful gift! Donated by Sisley Cosmetics Value: $1,850 Opening Bid: $500 Bid increments: $100 Buy it Now price: $2,000

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