IS183 Art School
Box 1400
13 Willard Hill Road
Stockbridge, MA 01262
phone (413) 298-5252
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The Radioactive Bodega

Silent Auction

Ladies and Gentlemen, start your IS183 Radioactive Bodega Shopping List!

Get a glimpse of the outstanding auction items that can be yours! Check back often, as more donations arrive!

ONE OF A KIND

There are secret things under South Street. That's right. Secret. And super delicate and rare and some might even call them masterpieces.... We don't know how they got there but you are just one measly bid away from checking it all out . You know the Berkshire Museum, right? Yeah, the building with the big dinosaur out front (founded in 1903, it's the first museum in the county). Well, Executive Director Stuart A. Chase will supply you with white gloves (he might even put them on for you if you ask nice) and lead you on a private tour of the secret treasures in the Museum's vast and surprising permanent collection. More than 30,000 artifacts from around the world await. And so does Stuart. Schedule when mutually convenient, expires October 31, 2010.

DONATED BY The Berkshire Museum
VALUE: Priceless
MINIMUM BID: $100

A real backstage tour with a multi-talented artist! Join fiber artist and actress, Karen Allen, on a personal tour of her Berkshire-based business, Karen Allen Fiber Arts. The tour will include a demonstration of Allen's knitting machines, an explanation of her techniques and inspirations, and a chat over tea and cookies.

DONATED BY Karen Allen
VALUE: Priceless
MINIMUM BID: $100

Did you always like playing in the dirt and chucking mud pies at Grannie? Your mother yell at you because you were always sculpting mashed potatoes into the shape of naked women at the dinner table? Then follow your dreams by letting the fine folks at Sheffield Pottery guide you through a tour of the Sheffield Clay Mine and Production Facility. Yes, Clay Mines exist. And yes, I'm shocked too. Think dirty. Think muddy. Play in the clay pits. Learn all about the Raw. Learn all about the Pure. This is clay, people. The beginning of life. Tour the production facility, win a super sweet Sheffield Pottery apron, carry home 100 pounds of clay on your back and score a coupon for 15% off any Kember tools, Amaco and Spectrum Glazes. And a bonus surprise gift if you know what Kember tools, Amaco and Spectrum Glazes are!

DONATED BY Sheffield Pottery
VALUE: Priceless
MINIMUM BID: $100

Edward Acker will come to your house in the Berkshires and photograph your family (pets included if you like) and from the shoot you will receive a 20" by 24" matted and framed print.

DONATED BY Edward Acker
VALUE: $750
MINIMUM BID: $250

Grab your sweetie or best bud and hi-tail it to Richmond for a night at this relaxing and gracious four season country inn. Stay in, and let Soma Catering prepare you a tastebud tantilizing dinner for two! Valid for suite or select cottages, except for July and AugustÐ $260 maxium value of stay $260.

DONATED BY The Inn at Richmond and SoMa Catering
VALUE: $410
MINIMUM BID: COMING SOON!

SCREEN-PRINTING WORKSHOP FOR TWO WITH THE INFAMOUS MINC HOUSE

So hip, So DIY, All the kids are doing it these days! You know you want to learn, and now you have the chance to do so in the most ideal of settings! Bid on a private screen-printing workshop for two with Minc House owner and designer, Jay Hallstein. Your afternoon workshop for two will include: Creating an ideal design for screen-printing with a brief tutorial on using Photoshop and Illustrator for printing purposes, the screen (that you create and can take home, 2 tees/garments of your choice for printing, all inks and other necessary materials and in-depth tour and discussion of studio!

DONATED BY Minc House
VALUE: $ $300
MINIMUM BID: $100

Need to get away? Low on gas? Escape to North County for an overnight at the shabby chic haven of ultimate kitsch, Porches Inn at MASS MoCA. Relax in the hot tub! Take a dip in the pool then hop across the street and visit MASS MoCA, the countryÕs largest center for visual and performing arts. Housed on a restored 19th century factory campus, MASS MoCA is open year round featuring changing exhibitions as well as the landmark Sol LeWitt Retrospective. Continental breakfast included!

DONATED BY The Porches Inn at MASS MoCA and MASS MoCA
VALUE: $250
MINIMUM BID: $90

You love them, but have to leave them-why not spoil your favorite pooch while you're away? Share or horde, these five gift certiicates-each good for an hour plus of doggie heaven hiking with a pack of fellow friendly, playful dogs! Drop offs or pick ups can be arranged. One pooped puppy guaranteed when you get home from work or play! Subject to availability.

DONATED BY Love Us and Leave Us Pet Sitting
VALUE: $90
MINIMUM BID: $30

Go a little birdy and grab 14 of your closest friends for a 2-hour hike with Rene Laubach, Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary director.

DONATED BY Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
VALUE: $100
MINIMUM BID: $35

You want to bid, but on what? Well, here you go $100 to sepnd as you please from Legacy Banks!

DONATED BY Legacy Banks
VALUE: $100
MINIMUM BID: $35

If things don't get kooky enough for you at Rad Bod, get these tickets, and head up the street to the Colonial Theatre to check out illusionist extraordinaire, Craig Karges. This mindbending evening is the first in a series of programs the Colonial will be hosting to explore the extra-ordinary, powers of the mind, connection with the afterlife, etc. Craig dramatizes the unknown, the unexplained, the unbelievable. He combines the art of magic with the science of psychology and the power of intuition to create extraordinary events like floating tables, bending metal and mind reading.

DONATED BY The Colonial Theatre
VALUE:$70
MINIMUM BID: $25

FOOD

LetÕs make some chocolate! Learn the secrets of the knee-weakening, good Berkshire Bark with Berkshire Bark co-owner, Kevin Schmitz - top quality Belgian Chocolate, whole roasted nuts, fresh citrus zest, and dried fruits. No preservatives, no shortcuts, just natural, honest ingredients.

DONATED BY Berkshire Bark/The Marketplace
VALUE: Priceless
MINIMUM BID: $100

A YEAR OF BREAD AND 5 DAYS OF EXCLUSIVE TASTE TESTING AT BERKSHIRE MOUNTAION BAKERY

Spend 5 days with Richard Bourdon of Berkshire Mountain Bakery as a beta tester for his new upcoming cook-book on baking bread at home. Also includes the book once published and a loaf of fresh baked bread a week for a year.

DONATED BY Berkshire Mountain Bakery
VALUE: Priceless
MINIMUM BID: $100

Do you long to throw the perfect little dinner party but don't have the time? Here is the solution!! A "no-fuss-no-muss" fabulous dinner party prepared by Shelly Williams of Haven Cafe & Bakery in Lenox . Now all you have to do is send the invitations!! Who says you can't entertain?? Catered by Shelly Williams of Haven Cafe & Bakery. Wine pairings by Berkshire pre-eminent wine master, Danny May of Guidos.Call to schedule during non-summer months, at Haven Cafe & Bakery or in your home.

DONATED BY Haven CafŽ and Bakery
VALUE: $1500
MINIMUM BID: $500

Enjoy an all inclusive lunch for two (2) and sommelier selected winte at Blantyre. Zagat Survey writes: "It doesn't get any posher than this sublime Relais & Chateaux hotel where the beautiful location, food and service all make you feel like you're a guest in the Gilded AgeÉand incomparable French cuisine is served by a very accommodating staff.Ó Wine chosen by the sommelier. According to availability, No holidays.

DONATED BY Blantyre
VALUE: $200
MINIMUM BID: COMING SOON!

Enjoy locally sourced cuisine in an elegant atmosphere at Allium with this Farm to Table Dinner . Berkshire Living calls Allium ÒÉone of the hottest nightspots in all the BerkshiresÓ and the Boston Globe raves that ÒÒin foodie-friendly Great Barrington, allium stands out for its steadfast commitment to local ingredients.Ó Dinner will include appropriate wine selected by Allium's award-winning sommelier. Gratuity is not included.

DONATED BY Allium
VALUE: $ $325
MINIMUM BID: $110

Enjoy dinner at Wheatleigh - the perfect marriage of the grandeur of a 16th century Florentine palazzo with the elegance and comfort of the 21st Century - with this gift certicate of $150. Valid Sundays through Thursday from 3/6/10 - 3/6/11. Not valid on holidays. Does not include tax or beverage.

DONATED BY Wheatleigh
VALUE: $150
MINIMUM BID: $50

Treat yourself with this basket of luscious Godiva goodies. Chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate! So tempting!

DONATED BY Godiva Chocolatiers
VALUE: $150
MINIMUM BID: $50

What could be better than Brunch and Bubbly for four on a Sunday Morning? Brunch and Bubbly for four at Brix!! Brix is a bistro in the European tradition where good food and good wine are central to daily life. Let Chef Daire Rooney, who has cooked at the James Beard House and the Tanglewood Food and Wine Classic, and her team pamper your palette-and youÕll be hooked.

DONATED BY Brix
VALUE: COMING SOON!
MINIMUM BID: COMING SOON!

Grab 3 of your fellow coffee fiend friends and head down to the infamous Dottie's Coffee Lounge for a 3 method coffee brewing crash course! That's right, one single origin coffee,three ways-Turkish, Chemex, and Siphon. Explore how a brewing method effects the flavor profiles of a coffee. Must be scheduled 2 weeks in advance on a Sunday 3pm or later.

DONATED BY Dottie's Coffee Lounge
VALUE: $100
MINIMUM BID: $35

Chocolate lovers understand the sense of satisfaction and well being that emerges as a piece of rich chocolate melts on their tongue. Chocolate has been, and will continue to be, the ultimate comfort food. Comprised mostly of dark chocolates with approximately 20% milk chocolates this classic collection will satisfy the most discerning chocolate palate.

DONATED BY Chocolate Springs Cafe
VALUE: $87
MINIMUM BID: $30

SPA & FITNESS

No, those pants do not fit. Sure, you can check out the "thin mirror" in the guest bedroom just to make sure, but your friends will only tell you what they think you want to hear. It's time to face facts - the steel cut oatmeal will only get you so far. It's time for Personal Body Precision. They will change your life with 5 personal training sessions guaranteed to make you feel guilty and lazy at first -and then sexy and strong and healthy and yes, then those pants will fit!

DONATED BY Personal Body Precision
VALUE: $375
MINIMUM BID: $125

THE HEAVEN PACKAGE FROM SEVEN SALON SPA

The Heaven Package Seven Salon Spa's most indulgent spa experience: Deep Cleansing Facial, Vitamin Infusion Body Treatment, 50-minute Massage, Private Steam Bath and a SEVEN Manicure.

DONATED BY Seven Salon.Spa
VALUE: $ $275
MINIMUM BID: $90

Calling all snow bunnies and aspiring snow bunnies- get the big mountain ski experience close to home with this SKI BUTTERNUT ultimate package- TWO lift tickets, group lesson and rental package certificates. Valid through 4/1/2011.

DONATED BY Ski Butternut
VALUE: $250
MINIMUM BID: $80

Enjoy a Day at the Spa beginning with a relaxing and uplifting facial massage followed by an invigorating and sculpting manicure concluded with a nurturing and soothing pedicure to strip away those winter blues all at Essential Day Spa.

DONATED BY Essencials Day Spa
VALUE: $243.00
MINIMUM BID: $80

Impress your boss! Impress that ding-dong brother in law of yours! You've heard of CRANWELL RESORT, right?? It's that gorgeous, enviable stretch of lawn just before you hit that Indian restaurant on that lake - it's the kind of place that makes you feel like you're better than your neighbor. Yeah, THAT neighbor. What a schlep. Bid on this gem and you'll be playing a round of 18 hole golf for 4. Thrown in for kicks? 2 carts. And before you're all like, "carts, shmarts", sing this little ditty - these 4 wheeled mini-limos have GPS systems. That's right. You heard me. GPS. Don't get lost. That golf course has it's own zip code (or so we've heard).

DONATED BY Cranwell Resort, Spa and Golf Club
VALUE: COMING SOON!
MINIMUM BID: COMING SOON!

Donna Rainone weaves somatic therapies with grace and aliveness to create balance, well-being and strength with her clients. She is a registered Dance Movement Therapist, Certified Pilates and GYROTONIC¨ instructor. She is former Director of Movement Therapy at Canyon Ranch¨ in Lenox. This 50-minute private session with Donna Rainone, which includes Pilates and Gyrotonic¨, as appropriate, is based on a comprehensive Postural Analysis. Bella Grazia Studio is located in West Stockbridge, and provides serene, client-focused Pilates, GYROTONIC¨ and Yoga.The studio is fully equipped and staff is available to give you a tour and answer any questions you have.

DONATED BY Bella Grazia Studio
VALUE:$70
MINIMUM BID: $25

Feeling cooped up? Ring in the Spring! Saturday, March 27th Dance Party upstairs at Jae's Spice. Shake your flannels to Chris Merenda and the Wheel and DJ Nole Discoe! Tasty treats,backwoods chic, rustic fancy pants ambience. Break out your sexy flannels and trade your heels in for some wellies!

DONATED BY Berkshire Shenanigans
VALUE:$60
MINIMUM BID: $20

Lenox Fitness Center and Day Spa offers you: Help in achieving your fitness goals with skilled and knowledgeable personal trainers and fitness instructors; safety with well maintained state-of-the-art fitness equipment; a welcoming place to work-out with friendly staff and members; options with a wide range of fitness classes and equipment; challenge with classes and programs that take you to the next level; and, relaxation and rejuvenation with spa services in truly lovely spaces.

DONATED BY Lenox Fitness Center and Day Spa
VALUE:$45
MINIMUM BID: $15

SHOPPING

Host your very own 'Food and Fashion' Event* at one the Hippest destinationsin the Berkshires!!

The Browns, Mezze Bistro + Bar and Tsubo Massage in Williamstown will be teaming up to throw you and six members of your entourage your very own private 'shopping spree' party!!

Just imagine....informal modeling with YOU as the model! Mezze cocktails and scrumptious treat while you shop. The WHOLE STORE to yourself for you and your nearest and dearest to try on all the fabulous FASHIONS and cutting-edge JEWELRY & ACCESSORIES from the fashion-forward Browns and 'celebrity gift bags' for you and your guests with $50 in 'Brown money,' little luxuries from the Browns and Tsubo, a cool fashion magazine, fun surprises and a great shopping bag for all your loot!

*Party may scheduled from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. any time between March 7, 2010 and May 25, 2010.

DONATED BY the Browns, Mezze and Tsubo Massage Therapy
VALUE: $1800.00
MINIMUM BID: COMING SOON!

Birthday, Girls Night, Guys Night, LGBT Night you got it!! You & 10 of your closest (or not) friends get 20% off the entire store!! YAY!!! Delectable, noshables to be provided while you shop. After you've gotten your shop on, step into the the studio for some fashion photos by Wright & Wilk....Wanna get dressed up or go for that sassy and sexy look...We can do that too. Which ever you like!

DONATED BY The Emporium and Wright & Wilk Photography & Design
VALUE: Priceless
MINIMUM BID: $100

New York designer, Hilton Hollis' work encapsulates the essences of the modern woman. Rock in the Spring Season with this Italian silk chiffon Ink blot multi-color print tunic (Size S) and Italian cotton white stretch ankle pant with motocross detailing (Size 6)-Pieces that will never go out of fashion.

DONATED BY Hilton Hollis
VALUE: $680
MINIMUM BID: COMING SOON!

You'll looking smashing in these fashion forward Persol 2912 Designer Sunglasses with 100% UV tempered glass lenses made in italy. Worried about the road dust kickin' up on the way to the biodome? No worries a bottle of lens cleaner is included!

DONATED BY Design Vision Eyewear
VALUE: $214
MINIMUM BID: $75

A one-of-a-kind, handcrafted leather wristlet clutch. This delightful bag has white stich details and a striking orange interior.

DONATED BY Liz Olney
VALUE: $180
MINIMUM BID: $60

Wrap yourself up in luxury with this maroon-ish, iridescently rusted Dorman full length piece. Flatters most sizes.

DONATED BY Drygoods
VALUE: $145
MINIMUM BID: $50

DONATED BY Kevin Sprague

VALUE: $100
MINIMUM BID: $35

A journey of forty years and sixty thousand leagues! From the seraglios of Persia to the empire of Shah Jahan Ð from the lands of The Great Mogul of India to the court of the Sun King of France, the true story of Jean-Baptiste Tavernier and the French Blue, the worldÕs most famous diamond, unfolds across a panorama of two continents. The great blue diamond! Recut, set in the fabulous Jewel of The Golden Fleece, then stolen and recut again! The remains of this fabulous gem is on display at The Smithsonian, the world famous Hope Diamond, but for the first 200 years of its history, it was called simply The French Blue.

DONATED BY R. W. Wise Goldsmiths, Inc.
VALUE:$30
MINIMUM BID: $10

Bidding Increments
Items valued under $249..............$10 increments
Items valued between $250-$499.......$30 increments
Items valued between $250-$499.......$50 increments
Items valued over $1000..............$100 increments