Schenectady County Community College Foundation, Inc. – 27th Annual Food for Thought & All That Jazz
Auction Ends: Apr 8, 2018 11:59 PM EDT

Travel

Boston Weekend Getaway

Item Number
224
Estimated Value
780 USD
Sold
501 USD to akaG
Number of Bids
15  -  Bid History

Item Description

Boston is one of the most historic cities in the United States. Known as the “Cradle of Modern America,” history isn’t just a footnote; it’s a way of life.

 

Escape to the Crowne Plaza Boston/Woburn

This listing includes a two-night weekend stay for two (Friday/Saturday), with breakfast included, at the Crowne Plaza Boston/Woburn, and a $100 gift certificate to their award-winning Scoreboard Sports Bar & Grill. This part of the package has a total retail value of $360.

Crowne Plaza:

15 Middlesex Canal Park, Woburn, MA 01801; (781) 935-8760

For more information: http://www.hotelbostonwoburn.com/

 

Head to the Historic Fenway Park for a Boston Red Sox Home Game

 

This listing includes a pair (2) of Boston Red Sox Tickets to a 2018 Home Game, with a total retail value of $250. The seats are located between 3rd base and home plate in the field boxes.

Fenway Park:

4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA 02215

 

Regardless of your favorite baseball team or whether you even like baseball, Fenway Park is a must-visit, and the Boston welcome is not to be missed. While you're there, be sure to grab a Fenway Frank, The Meatball Cone, or The Monster Mule. 

First opened in 1912, Fenway Park is a piece of pure Americana and has played a major role in Boston's culture for over a century.

 

It's Showtime at The Huntington Theatre Company

This listing includes two (2) tickets for a 2017 - 2018 Season performance by The Huntington Theatre Company, with a total retail value of $140.

Huntington Theatre Company:

264 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115; (617) 266-0800

or

 527 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02116

The Huntington Theatre Company is Boston’s leading professional theatre and one of the region’s premier cultural assets since its founding in 1982. Recipient of the 2013 Regional Theatre Tony Award, the Huntington brings together superb local and national talent and produces a mix of groundbreaking new works and classics made current to create award-winning productions.

Available shows include:

Top Girls by Caryl Churchill: April 20 - May 20, 2018

Career-driven Marlene has just landed the top job at a London employment agency over a male colleague. To celebrate, she hosts a lavish dinner with a group of famous and adventurous historical women who cheer the successes and bemoan the sacrifices required to be a “top girl” in a man’s world. Caryl Churchill’s groundbreaking masterpiece, originally a rebuke of Margaret Thatcher’s England in the 1980s, remains as relevant and powerful today.

Fall by Bernard Weinraub: May 18 - June 16, 2018

Arthur Miller, the most celebrated American playwright of the 20th century, was said to be the moral conscience of the nation, but he had a secret: a son born with Down syndrome whom he refused to acknowledge. Renowned reporter Bernard Weinraub explores the fascinating untold story of Miller and his third wife, photographer Inge Morath, and the divide between their public personas and private lives.

 

The Epicenter of Contemporary Art: Institute of Contemporary Art

This listing includes admission for two (2) to The Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston with a total retail value of $30.

The Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston:

25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston, MA 02210; (617) 478-3100

 

The Institute of Contemporary Art strives to share the pleasures of reflection, inspiration, provocation, and imagination that contemporary art offers through public access to art, artists, and the creative process.
 
Throughout its history, the ICA has been at the fore in identifying and supporting the most important artists of its time and bringing them to public attention.

For more information: https://www.icaboston.org/

Item Special Note

Escape to the Crowne Plaza Boston/Woburn

Restrictions: Based on availability, some blackout dates apply. Recipient must book ahead of time. Certificates not valid for the purchase of alcohol, the payment of gratuity, and they do not hold cash value. Not valid with any other discounts.

 

Head to the Historic Fenway Park for a Boston Red Sox Home Game

Restrictions: The winning bidder must contact Angela Jenkins from Fingerpaint @ (518) 693-6960 or ajenkins@fingerpaintmarketing.com. Every effort will be made to find a mutually agreed upon game; however, specific games may not be available.

 

Two (2) Tickets for a 2018 - 2019 Show at the Huntington Theatre Company

Restrictions: Voucher must be redeemed for reserved seat tickets in-person at the Huntington Avenue Theatre Box Office (264 Huntington Avenue, Boston MA 02115) or the Calderwood Pavillion Box Office (527 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02116), or by phone (617 266 0800). Vouchers have no cash value and are not refundable or exchangeable. Subject to availability - book early! Not valid for Saturday Nights or AA Seating.

 

The Epicenter of Contemporary Art: Institute of Contemporary Art

No restrictions.

 

Gift certificates may be mailed at no additional cost to the winner.

Alternatively, your item can be picked up in-person at Schenectady County Community College. By reducing shipping expenses, you are maximizing the benefit of your donation for our students.

Please contact Kyle Lucchese with any questions or for item pickup at:

(518) 836-2834 or (203) 482-4693, or via email at lucchekj@sunysccc.edu.

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