Raffle and Raffle Items

We're thrilled about the amazing Raffle Baskets at the Bright Water Benefit! Each $10 raffle ticket gives you a chance to win — and the more tickets you buy, the better your chances! You must be present to win. Raffle tickets will be pulled following the Crowdsource Choir singing experience.

Here’s what you could take home:

• Honey Basket

• value: $250

• Description:

  A gallon of organic local honey, honey-themed mug, beeswax candles, honey dispenser, and a pollinator seed packet. Donated by Mary DeJong, Harry Plate, and Rachel Finley

• Urban Naturalist Basket

• value: $200

• Description:

  Signed nature books, watercolor set, sketchbook, field tools, and a foraging bag — perfect for exploring the natural world. Donated by Kelly Brenner & Grade 7/8 families

• Circus Basket

• value: $350

• Description:

  Flying Trapeze Class for two, circus family dolls, a rubber chicken, clown nose, and juggling balls for endless fun. Donated by Melissa Lang Lytle and Wendy Harden

• Whiskey Basket

• value: $350

• Description:

  Copperworks Single Malt Whiskey, distillery tour for four, elegant glasses, and whiskey accessories. Donated by Leslie Cottle, Heidi Simon, and Copperworks

• Nourishment Basket

• value: $150

• Description:

  Fresh farm produce from Tuk Muk Farm, a De la Soil dining experience, and Hiromi Sensei’s handcrafted miso. Donated by Shawn Miller and Hiromi Yonemoto
  

• Garden Apothecary Basket

• value: $150

• Description:

  Herbal teas, infused oils, dried herbs, and books on plant-based wellness. Donated by Elina Quiroga
  
  

• Spice It Up Basket

• value: $150

• Description:

  Artisan spice blends, salts, hot sauces, infused oils, mortar and pestle, and spice bowls. Donated by Alisha Germani
  
  

• Art & Creativity Basket

• value: $250

• Description:

  Frye Art Museum membership, exhibition catalogues, watercolor pens, pencils, and a specialty sketchbook. Donated by Ingrid Langston, Monica Duke, Cat Roth, Cheryl Bermudez
  
  

• Tea Party Basket

• value: $200

• Description:

  Handmade ceramics, fine teas, and sweet treats for a delightful gathering. Donated by Tracy Turo and Early Childhood Families

LIVE AUCTION | CLASS PROJECTS

This year we have five amazing class projects that will be up for auction. Get your bidding paddle ready as these will be highly prized items that you'll want in your home to enjoy for years with your family.

• Immerse yourself in a woven watercolor wonderland, a stunning cooperative painting created by the Salmonberry students and beautifully woven and framed by their teachers. This unique piece captures the collective creativity and spirit of the class, making it a truly special addition to any space. Come ready to bid on this one-of-a-kind masterpiece!

• Bid on a one-of-a-kind handmade treasure created by the Grade 1/2 students! With help from their parents, they’ve crafted a delightful wooden treehouse play stand, complete with intricately designed play figurines, accessories, and furniture. This charming project is sure to spark imagination and fun for years to come—don’t miss your chance to take it home!

• Bid on a breathtaking full-size quilt, crafted from squares dyed with natural dyes such as indigo, rust, iron oxide, and delicate leaf prints. This treasure, created from the beauty of nature, is a reflection of the 3/4th grade’s focus on food, clothing, and shelter, with a deep appreciation for the natural world. A true work of art, this quilt is not only a functional piece but also a symbol of the students’ creative connection to the earth.

• Inspired by Wassily Kandinsky’s Squares with Concentric Circles (1913), this Grade 5/6 project blends vibrant watercolor painting with the tactile beauty of a sewn felt pillow. The dynamic use of color and shape, reminiscent of Kandinsky’s iconic work, brings this piece to life as both a visual and textural masterpiece. Don’t miss the chance to own this unique creation, where art and craftsmanship come together in a harmonious display of creativity.

• Grade 7/8 is creating a stunning, large wool wall hanging depicting a Phylogenetic Tree, also known as the Tree of Life. Handcrafted through the intricate processes of wet and needle felting, this collaborative piece beautifully illustrates the interconnectedness of all living things. A true work of art and science, it’s a heartfelt expression of student creativity and learning.

Heads or Tails

Auction attendees will have the chance to play Heads or Tails during the live auction. Participation costs $25.

How to participate in Heads or Tails:

• Initial Selection: Participants choose either “heads” or “tails” by placing their hands accordingly (on their heads or bums).

• The Coin Toss: The auctioneer flips a coin, announcing whether it landed on heads or tails. Those whose choice aligns with the coin flip remain in the game, while others take their leave.

• Progressive Rounds: The auctioneer continues the process, eliminating participants with each successive coin toss until only a handful remain.

• Final Showdown: The last few participants are invited to the stage for the ultimate coin tosses until only one triumphant player remains. This lucky individual emerges as the Heads and Tails raffle winner.

The item: Sounders Tickets generously donated by Petra Baylon and Alen Blake.

Deep & Wide Gratitude!

Special thanks to all the members of our Bright Water Benefit for the time, effort, and contributions to make this event a success!

Benefit Planning Sub-Circle
Amy Hirotaka
Morgan Wells
Leslie Cottle
Mary DeJong
Stephanie Hunt for all the amazing visuals!

Advancement Circle
Mary DeJong
Amy Hirotaka
Stephanie Hunt
Tracy Turo
Morgan Wells
Leslie Cottle
Melissa Lytle
Hannah Adams

Catering Service
A deep thank you to De La Soil Catering for nourishing us with your delicious, heartfelt food. Your dedication to fresh, thoughtful, and sustainable cuisine made this gathering even more special. We are grateful for your care and craft!

Crowdsource Choir
Heartfelt gratitude to everyone who lent their voices to this shared harmony. Your presence, energy, and song make this choir a true collaboration of spirit and sound. Thank you for being part of this musical moment! Deep appreciation for Bright Water parent, Joel DeJong, for generously sharing this experience with our community.

Kevin Joyce of EnJoy Productions
With heartfelt gratitude, we thank Kevin Joyce for his incredible energy, generosity, and expertise as our auctioneer and host. Your warmth, wit, and skillful guidance make this evening both joyful and impactful. We are so grateful for your support in helping our community thrive!

The Founders of Bright Water Waldorf School
Thank you for your imagination, vision, commitment, dedication, and hope that you had (and have!) for our beloved Bright Water!

Volunteer Team
A huge thanks to the most excellent folks who volunteered to support tonight’s success! This team includes alumni, alumni parents, current parents, and community members. Grateful for you all!

Special thanks to all our donors of raffle basket items; teachers and parents who helped create the class projects; volunteers; and the whole Bright Water community for coming together to make this special event/evening happen!