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 2012 Manor Montessori Raffle Baskets


Lot #1: Mrs. Dworshak's Class:
"Xbox Kinect"


The XBOX 360 Kinect basket will include the new Xbox 360 with a 250 GB hard drive, the revolutionary Kinect sensor, and the Kinect Carnival and Adventures games. The new Xbox 360 console, paired with the Kinect sensor's body-tracking technology, brings you hours of hands free fun where you're the controller.


Lot #2: Mrs. Levey's Class:
"Traveling with Kids"


"Are we there yet?" You will not hear those dreaded whines if you win this basket. This basket is bursting with travel essentials and extras so your children will not get bored and both you and your children can preserve your memories and share a comfortable and enjoyable vacation. This basket includes a portable Sony DVD player, travel games, a Nintendo DSI, Canon digital camera, travel journals and more. Whether you are travelling by car, train or plane, your child will be entertained.


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Lot #3: Mrs. Iyer's Class:
"Rainy Day Activities Basket"


I'm bored! What can we do! The words every parent dreads to hear on a rainy day. Our class basket will save the day with numerous fun activities to keep everyone in the family entertained when you are stuck at home with nothing to do. The day is sure to pass quickly with fun movies the whole family will enjoy including, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, The Muppet Movie, The Wizard of Oz, and the Star Wars Trilogy. If it keeps pouring outside, you can challenge your kids to games such as Connect 4, Uno, or Sequence for Kids. When the games are done, our Legos and puzzles are sure to be fun. After all the excitement, you will want to spend some time curled up reading our wonderful classics, such as the Harry Potter series or the Lord of the Rings Trilogy. When all else fails, you can pop delicious popcorn for your new designer bowls and create masterpieces with the many arts and crafts supplies that we have included. If it all becomes too much, feel free to send the kids outside to puddle jump; they will be protected by their new umbrellas. Finally, after surviving the day, relax with a fine bottle of wine and put on some music with your new iTouch.


Lot #4: Mrs. Nelson's Class:
"Arts and Crafts for Everyone from 3 to 93"


Here is an exciting and curious array of gift cards to area arts & craft stores, as well as, arts & crafts supplies sure to bring out everyone's creative talents.


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Lot #5: Mrs. Ander's Class:
"Explore and Discover the World Basket"


Unlock, discover and explore the many secrets of our deep-blue footlocker trunk. First, pack our children's ladybug suitcase and REI Flash 18 Ultralight Backpack for your trip. Be sure to include our camping supplies and use our $100 REI gift certificate to purchase any other necessary supplies. Chart your course using our large world decorator wall map. Do your trip research by using our many discovery-themed books and DVDs, including the "World's to Explore" and the complete National Geographic DVD set with every issue since 1888. To relax on your trip, explore the past and read the "The Lost Gold of the Dark Ages," or play the old English seafaring game called Captain’s Mistress. You can also play Mancala, do a giant underwater floor puzzle, or use our Detective Science Fingerprint Kit to solve your own mystery. Don't forget to pack our "Beginning Birdwatcher's Book" and Olympus 7X21 PC III Classic Binoculars for a fun day of bird watching. Finally, explore with amazement the beauty of the deep blue sea using our Baltimore National Aquarium "Family Plus" membership.


Lot #6: Mrs. Barshay's Class:
"Around the World Cooking Basket"


Tired of cooking the same old, same old every day? Out of ideas? Or maybe lacking the right utensils to cook something new, exciting and delicious? Are you looking for the perfect gift for your special someone who loves to cook? Then our basket is the answer! It is filled with cooking utensils, cookbooks, foods and a gift certificate to a cooking class - everything you need to cook yourself around the world! Highlights include: Moroccan Tangine; Fondue set; Le Creuset baker; rice cooker; bamboo steamer; tea set; knife sets; many cookbooks (including a Top Chef book), spices, foods, and a Japanese store gift card; and finally a "L'Academie de Cuisine" gift certificate to a cooking class of your choice. Win this basket and cook away!!!


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Lot #7: Mrs. Toner's Class:
"Read, Read, Read"


Create a cozy book corner and enjoy some of our classroom's favorite stories with our basket featuring a love of literature! A collection of favorite stories chosen by the children together with gift cards to Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble, a comforting story time blanket, reading lamp, and journals, pencils, watercolors, and sketch pads to create stories of your own.


Lot #8: Mrs. Sykes' Class:
"Baker's Delight Basket"


Anyone who loves to bake is sure to be delighted with this fully loaded basket! Our baker's basket offers a wide variety from baking pans to mixing bowls, from utensils to cookie cutters and from icing to decorating. This basket will allow the baker at heart to create the very best confections. Gift basket includes: Kitchen Aid Standing Mixer and Hand Mixer, Baking Sheets, Mixing Bowls, Mini Bundt Pan, Bread and Muffin Pans, mini quiche pans, Footed Glass Cake Dome, variety of baking utensils, spatulas, pastry servers, mixing spoons, some of the finest cookie and cake mixes and decorating kits to create your bakers inspiration with and so much more. This gift basket is a sure hit with any baker!


Lot #9: Mrs. Hamm's Class:
"After Dinner Delights"


Our basket is packaged in a tiered beverage tub that sits on a stand that holds a matching serving tray. The container by itself is something that every hostess needs for upcoming outdoor parties. Our basket is one filled with wonderful coffees, teas, and hot chocolates, gourmet cookies & chocolates, dessert wines, cordials and liqueurs, as well as a Teavana Tea Set and Cuisinart Fondue Set. Also included are gift certificates to William Sonoma and Vie de France.


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Lot #10: Mrs. Kiriacos' Class:
"Parents' Night Out Basket"


A perfect excuse for a Parent's Night Out comes with this amazing basket filled with gift certificates for two. Start out right with a gift for Mommy from Tiffany & Co. and then relax together over a bottle of wine as you get ready to dine at Marcel's on Pennsylvania Ave., NW. And... if the stars align, you can enjoy a show the same night at the Kennedy Center. A perfect night for any Manor Montessori parent.


Lot #11: The Spring Social Committee:
"iMust Have an iPad"


Don't camp out to get the latest in tablet technology!!! This basket includes the coveted iPad 3. This third generation iPad boasts breakthrough retina display, a 5-megapixel iSight camera, HD video recording and ultrafast 4G LTE. Join the technical revolution, and get your iPad 3!!


Lot #12: Eastland Food Corp. (Chia Mekhaya):
"TASTE OF THAILAND"


Bring the exotic flavor of Thailand to your own kitchen! You'll marvel at how easy it is to prepare some of the most famous Thai dishes with an easy-to-follow Thai cookbook and basic ingredients. Among the dishes you'll be able to make - Pad Thai, Tom Yum Soup and an assortment of Thai curries. This basket also includes a $50 gift certificate to a Thai restaurant and a variety of Thai sauces and seasonings.


Lot #13: The Spring Social Committee:
"Eating Out in the DC Area Basket"


Enjoy the culinary diversity of the area with this collection of restaurant gift certificates! There is something sure to please everyone's palate. Save yourself a night of cooking and dirty dishes while also expanding your epicurean horizons!


Lot #14: The Spring Social Committee:
"Wine Connoisseurs Basket"


Cabernets, Merlots and Chardonnays, OH MY! With this basket you can enjoy a magnificent assortment of red and white wines to prepare you for any occasion. Find your perfect wine for each dinner, party, and event, or host a wine-tasting party. Never be caught off guard when unexpected guests stop by; just check this basket for the perfect glass!




Support Manor's Spring Social by Entering the Raffle to Win Your Favorite Basket