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Terns by Colin Ruel

You may notice Terns graces your Soirée program booklet, but your home is calling with the perfect spot to hang this stunning, 18” high x 30” wide, ink and acrylic painting on birch entitled Terns by Island born artist, Colin Ruel. Colin is a self-taught artist from Menemsha, who can trace his family roots to the settling of Martha’s Vineyard. His works highlight his love for the natural beauty of the Vineyard.

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Shellfishing with Nelson Sigelman

Grab three friends and join writer, fisherman and storyteller, Nelson Sigelman on a trip at low tide to rake up a half bushel of hard-shell clams. Before you head out and to be prepared for your adventure, make sure you read your personalized copy of Nelson’s book, Martha’s Vineyard FISH TALES: How to catch fish, rake clams, jig squid, and entertaining tales about the sometimes crazy pursuit of fish. Now that you’re an expert, buy yourself the key to clamming, a new rake with this $25 gift card from Dick’s Bait & Tackle in Oak Bluffs. Clearly, you’ve worked up an appetite after your adventure, so you’ll be ready for a clambake for ten, including chowder, lobsters, steamers, mussels and more from Fella’s Catering. Locally brewed beer from Offshore Ale and a couple of bottles of wine from (anonymous) will wash down those clams!

Restrictions: Mutually agreed upon date for shell fishing and clambake.

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St. John Getaway to Lovango Resort & Beach Club

We know you love Martha’s Vineyard, but Mark & Gwenn Snider (owners of the Winnetu Resort and the Nantucket Hotel on Nantucket) have generously offered island lovers a three-night stay at their resort, Lovango Resort & Beach Club. Enjoy an adventurous Caribbean experience surrounded by turquoise waters and coral reefs at this private island resort in the beautiful U.S. Virgin Islands. Your beach getaway package includes glamping in a unique luxurious ocean view tent with a king size bed, full bath, and continental breakfast daily. Also included is membership to the Lovango Beach Club and round-trip ferry service to/from St. John and St. Thomas. The resort offers exceptional waterfront dining and savory fare at the tequila/raw bar. Take along this signature tote bag and two men’s silk ties from Vineyard Vines on your getaway. To get you started on your travel plans, use this $500 Visa Gift Card compliments of the Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha's Vineyard, Board of Directors. You’re all set for an extraordinary getaway!

Restrictions: Flights/transportation not included to/from St. Thomas. Lovango Resort available on a mutually agreed upon date from 1/5/25-7/11/25 but not including holiday periods or 2/14/25-4/20/25, limited to two guests.

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Boston Red Sox – North & South

Red Sox fan? This is for YOU! You and a guest will fly from MVY to BOS with two roundtrip tickets on Cape Air. When you arrive at Fenway Park, you’ll take a tour of the park before settling in with these two in-field box tickets, courtesy of Moxie and David Ginsberg/Red Sox. After the game, stay the night in a luxurious, standard deluxe room at The Charles Hotel, courtesy of Richard Friedman in bustling Harvard Square. Don’t be worried about missing the Sox during the off season because you can head down to Spring Training at Jet Blue Park in Fort Myers, Florida to use these two tickets. While in SWFL, join Soirée co-chair, Liza Cowan May and her husband, Steve May, for either a round of golf at the Colony Golf & Country Club or a half day of fishing with Captain Steve on Estero Bay, Pine Island Sound, and/or the Gulf of Mexico.

Restrictions: Mutually agreed upon date for games. Available date at The Charles Hotel. Mutually agreeable date for golf or fishing with Steve May.

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Magic Carpet for 14

Hop aboard the 56-foot Sparkman and Stephens classic wooden sailboat, Magic Carpet for a two-hour sunset sail for up to fourteen guests with Captains Lee Taylor and Todd Bassett. Relax as you glide through the beautiful blue waters of the Vineyard Sound. Before you head on board, make sure you use your signature tote bag from Vineyard Vines to carry a set of fourteen customized unbreakable plastic cups provided by Liza May. On your way to the wharf, stop by Rosewater Market to pick up your yummy snacks, wine and beer provided by Julia Tarka for your sunset sail.

Mutually agreed upon date for the Magic Carpet; at least one week’s notice for Rosewater Market.

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Key West Getaway

You and a guest will tuck yourselves into a lush tropical paradise on a private white sand beach for two nights of island chic beachfront accommodations at the Pier House Resort and Spa. You’ll relish a luxurious spa and several dining options while on property. Enjoy the vibrant charm of Key West culture with two tickets to the Waterfront Playhouse and a $50 gift card to the acclaimed restaurant known for its authentic Cuban fare, El Meson de Pepe’s Restaurant and Bar. To help with your travel arrangements, the Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard, Board of Directors has included this $250 VISA gift card. Remember to pack your beach bag from Rainy Day before you head out on your getaway!

For Pier House Resort & Spa – special events & blackout dates apply, expires 8/5/2025

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Stoney Hill Pizza Party for 20

Gather your friends and family for an unforgettable pizza party for twenty! Stoney Hill Pizza will set up their mobile wood-fired pizza oven in your backyard. Martha's Vineyard local, Nina Levin and her partner Shane source the best ingredients from local farmers and purveyors to thoughtfully prepare a menu and exceptional experience for your party. To compliment your pizza, enjoy wine from Jim's Package Store and (anonymous), locally brewed beer from Offshore Ale and Pellegrino from Island Source. Cleanse your pizza palette with a selection of three delicious pies from Pie Chicks.

Mutually agreed upon date for Stoney Hill Pizza, expires June 1, 2026.

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Kate Feiffer Book Talk at Vose Boathouse

The Vose Family Trust invites you and up to 17 guests for an afternoon book talk with critically acclaimed, Martha’s Vineyard author, Kate Feiffer. Kate, a former television producer, an illustrator and author of eleven children’s books, will share her insights for her first novel for adults, Morning Pages. Morning Pages has received rave reviews for its wit, charm and sheer humor. The book talk will take place at the iconic 123-year-old historic Vose Boathouse on Edgartown Harbor. Before you head to the afternoon talk, stop by MV Wine & Spirits to pick up some beverages with this $50 gift card. A scrumptious assortment of light refreshments will be provided by Buckley’s Gourmet Catering. Desserts will be provided by Soirée co-chair Wiet Bacheller and Soirée committee member, Jayne Isford.

Boathouse available on a mutually agreed upon date to be used by August 1, 2025. Mutually agreed upon date for Kate Feiffer. Mutually agreed upon date for Buckley’s Gourmet Catering.

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DiDay Cruise for 8

Host seven of your friends on a scenic two-hour cruise aboard the 91-foot motor yacht, DiDay. Captain Kevin Ward will briefly stop in Tashmoo, Tarpaulin Cove, Vineyard Haven, Oak Bluffs and Edgartown. The DiDay’s Chef Billy will prepare a delicious lunch where it will be served, weather dependent, either in Tarpaulin Cove or in Katama Bay. Enhance your day with goodies purchased with a $50 gift card from Morning Glory Farm. Vineyard logo insulated cups from Vani Cortez of Vani Designs will be perfect to sip wine provided by (anonymous) or Pellegrino from Island Source along the way. As a keepsake for your memorable afternoon, you’ll take home this beautiful 14 karat gold and pink coral Vineyard necklace with an adjustable chain from 16”-18”, part of the Vineyard Colors series, with matching earrings from CB Stark.

Mutually agreed upon date for the DiDay.

	1	Terns by Colin Ruel You may notice Terns graces your Soirée program booklet, but your home is calling with the perfect spot to hang this stunning, 18” high x 30” wide, ink and acrylic painting on birch entitled Terns by Island born artist, Colin Ruel. Colin is a self-taught artist from Menemsha, who can trace his family roots to the settling of Martha’s Vineyard. His works highlight his love for the natural beauty of the Vineyard.
	2	Shellfishing with Nelson Sigelman Grab three friends and join writer, fisherman and storyteller, Nelson Sigelman on a trip at low tide to rake up a half bushel of hard-shell clams. Before you head out and to be prepared for your adventure, make sure you read your personalized copy of Nelson’s book, Martha’s Vineyard FISH TALES: How to catch fish, rake clams, jig squid, and entertaining tales about the sometimes crazy pursuit of fish. Now that you’re an expert, buy yourself the key to clamming, a new rake with this $25 gift card from Dick’s Bait & Tackle in Oak Bluffs. Clearly, you’ve worked up an appetite after your adventure, so you’ll be ready for a clambake for ten, including chowder, lobsters, steamers, mussels and more from Fella’s Catering. Locally brewed beer from Offshore Ale and a couple of bottles of wine from (anonymous) will wash down those clams! Restrictions: Mutually agreed upon date for shell fishing and clambake.
	3	St. John Getaway to Lovango Resort & Beach Club We know you love Martha’s Vineyard, but Mark & Gwenn Snider (owners of the Winnetu Resort and the Nantucket Hotel on Nantucket) have generously offered island lovers a three-night stay at their resort, Lovango Resort & Beach Club. Enjoy an adventurous Caribbean experience surrounded by turquoise waters and coral reefs at this private island resort in the beautiful U.S. Virgin Islands. Your beach getaway package includes glamping in a unique luxurious ocean view tent with a king size bed, full bath, and continental breakfast daily. Also included is membership to the Lovango Beach Club and round-trip ferry service to/from St. John and St. Thomas. The resort offers exceptional waterfront dining and savory fare at the tequila/raw bar. Take along this signature tote bag and two men’s silk ties from Vineyard Vines on your getaway. To get you started on your travel plans, use this $500 Visa Gift Card compliments of the Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha's Vineyard, Board of Directors. You’re all set for an extraordinary getaway! Restrictions: Flights/transportation not included to/from St. Thomas. Lovango Resort available on a mutually agreed upon date from 1/5/25-7/11/25 but not including holiday periods or 2/14/25-4/20/25, limited to two guests.
	4	Boston Red Sox – North & South Red Sox fan? This is for YOU! You and a guest will fly from MVY to BOS with two roundtrip tickets on Cape Air. When you arrive at Fenway Park, you’ll take a tour of the park before settling in with these two in-field box tickets, courtesy of Moxie and David Ginsberg/Red Sox. After the game, stay the night in a luxurious, standard deluxe room at The Charles Hotel, courtesy of Richard Friedman in bustling Harvard Square. Don’t be worried about missing the Sox during the off season because you can head down to Spring Training at Jet Blue Park in Fort Myers, Florida to use these two tickets. While in SWFL, join Soirée co-chair, Liza Cowan May and her husband, Steve May, for either a round of golf at the Colony Golf & Country Club or a half day of fishing with Captain Steve on Estero Bay, Pine Island Sound, and/or the Gulf of Mexico. Restrictions: Mutually agreed upon date for games. Available date at The Charles Hotel. Mutually agreeable date for golf or fishing with Steve May.
	5	Magic Carpet for 14 Hop aboard the 56-foot Sparkman and Stephens classic wooden sailboat, Magic Carpet for a two-hour sunset sail for up to fourteen guests with Captains Lee Taylor and Todd Bassett. Relax as you glide through the beautiful blue waters of the Vineyard Sound. Before you head on board, make sure you use your signature tote bag from Vineyard Vines to carry a set of fourteen customized unbreakable plastic cups provided by Liza May. On your way to the wharf, stop by Rosewater Market to pick up your yummy snacks, wine and beer provided by Julia Tarka for your sunset sail. Mutually agreed upon date for the Magic Carpet; at least one week’s notice for Rosewater Market.
	6	Key West Getaway You and a guest will tuck yourselves into a lush tropical paradise on a private white sand beach for two nights of island chic beachfront accommodations at the Pier House Resort and Spa. You’ll relish a luxurious spa and several dining options while on property. Enjoy the vibrant charm of Key West culture with two tickets to the Waterfront Playhouse and a $50 gift card to the acclaimed restaurant known for its authentic Cuban fare, El Meson de Pepe’s Restaurant and Bar. To help with your travel arrangements, the Hospice & Palliative Care of Martha’s Vineyard, Board of Directors has included this $250 VISA gift card. Remember to pack your beach bag from Rainy Day before you head out on your getaway! For Pier House Resort & Spa – special events & blackout dates apply, expires 8/5/2025
	7	Stoney Hill Pizza Party for 20 Gather your friends and family for an unforgettable pizza party for twenty! Stoney Hill Pizza will set up their mobile wood-fired pizza oven in your backyard. Martha's Vineyard local, Nina Levin and her partner Shane source the best ingredients from local farmers and purveyors to thoughtfully prepare a menu and exceptional experience for your party. To compliment your pizza, enjoy wine from Jim's Package Store and (anonymous), locally brewed beer from Offshore Ale and Pellegrino from Island Source. Cleanse your pizza palette with a selection of three delicious pies from Pie Chicks. Mutually agreed upon date for Stoney Hill Pizza, expires June 1, 2026.
	8	Kate Feiffer Book Talk at Vose Boathouse The Vose Family Trust invites you and up to 17 guests for an afternoon book talk with critically acclaimed, Martha’s Vineyard author, Kate Feiffer. Kate, a former television producer, an illustrator and author of eleven children’s books, will share her insights for her first novel for adults, Morning Pages. Morning Pages has received rave reviews for its wit, charm and sheer humor. The book talk will take place at the iconic 123-year-old historic Vose Boathouse on Edgartown Harbor. Before you head to the afternoon talk, stop by MV Wine & Spirits to pick up some beverages with this $50 gift card. A scrumptious assortment of light refreshments will be provided by Buckley’s Gourmet Catering. Desserts will be provided by Soirée co-chair Wiet Bacheller and Soirée committee member, Jayne Isford. Boathouse available on a mutually agreed upon date to be used by August 1, 2025. Mutually agreed upon date for Kate Feiffer. Mutually agreed upon date for Buckley’s Gourmet Catering.
	9	DiDay Cruise for 8 Host seven of your friends on a scenic two-hour cruise aboard the 91-foot motor yacht, DiDay. Captain Kevin Ward will briefly stop in Tashmoo, Tarpaulin Cove, Vineyard Haven, Oak Bluffs and Edgartown. The DiDay’s Chef Billy will prepare a delicious lunch where it will be served, weather dependent, either in Tarpaulin Cove or in Katama Bay. Enhance your day with goodies purchased with a $50 gift card from Morning Glory Farm. Vineyard logo insulated cups from Vani Cortez of Vani Designs will be perfect to sip wine provided by (anonymous) or Pellegrino from Island Source along the way. As a keepsake for your memorable afternoon, you’ll take home this beautiful 14 karat gold and pink coral Vineyard necklace with an adjustable chain from 16”-18”, part of the Vineyard Colors series, with matching earrings from CB Stark. Mutually agreed upon date for the DiDay.

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