Firkin & Phoenix Pub

1. Rebecca Giarratano & Tickets to Rockets
Bartender and Server at the Firkin. This is her last semester at UH and currently studying business. This girl is a workaholic, and if she’s not working, she’s working out. In her spare time, she’s doing volunteer work. Look for her at the Coral Club this year at the Rodeo!

2. Paulina Tran & Tickets to Jason Aldean
A Firkin Favorite. Student by day, Firkinite by night. She’s currently studying English at UH downtown and plans on becoming a professor! I bet attendance levels for her classes will be extremely high. You might have seen her at our Christmas Party this year at the Ice/Shot Block. Yes, she was the hottie in the red Mrs. Clause outfit giving out free shots! We are still trying to figure out what she’s going to do for St. Patties with her, but expect it to be GOOD!

3. Amy Langton & Tickets to Aeros Hockey
Local girl by way of Charleston SC, (which still has her heart - and her only strategic tattoo). Lover of great music, yoga, fine wines, dark beers, and a competitive game of photo hunt at Firkin Phoenix. She'll school you in the gym gentleman, yet reigns with finesse at the office. Young enough to learn new tricks but old enough know what she wants. A pavement stomping pharmaceutical rep by day and an easy going social butterfly by night. A versatile spirit that can transition with ease from a dive with a solo guitar player to an upscale black tie affair with Mr. Big.

5. Julie McPhillips & Tickets to Tim McGraw
TFA Member, and definitely a Firkin Favorite. This is her second year as an auctionee so this isn’t her first Rodeo! She is instrumental in getting the rest of these TFA members, so please give her a big hand! A native Bostonian and a graduate from Villanova that loves sports. Guys, she might know more about your favorite sport that you!

6. Lily Katz &Tickets to Aeros Hockey
Schwing! If she were a president, she’d be babe-raham Lincoln. It’s our next auctionee, Lily. With two brothers, Lily grew up quoting “Wayne’s World” and memorizing Adam Sandler movies; she can even sing the original Channukah Song by heart (just ask her). Lily grew up just north of the Bronx in New York, and her sports loyalties are set: Yankees over Mets, Giants over Jets and, of course, the Rangers over the Islanders. She graduated in 2008 from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia with a degree in English and French. For the past two years, Lily has spread her love of reading and writing to 9th graders of Houston’s North-Side. Better known as “Ms. Gato” to her students at Sam Houston High School, this English teacher also coaches Junior Varsity Girls’ Soccer. In her spare time, she enjoys driving stick-shift cars and eating food with chopsticks. She’s got a mean sweet-tooth, so buyers beware: the way to this girl’s heart is definitely through her stomach.

7. Jessica Witt & Tickets to Tim McGraw
This fiery redhead was born among the hills of central Virginia, raised on a diet of red meat and daydreams of the big city. She sashayed her way through college in Boston and made a name for herself throughout that fair city. Now as a teacher molding unruly young minds, she has an extremely high tolerance for bullshit and is also exceptionally good at explaining things. Jess is a foodie, big-time music lover and recently assimilated Texan girl.

8. Melissa Dreyer & Tickets to Dynamo
Mel is originally from Connecticut and teaches Bilingual Pre-K here in Houston. Her interests include: Theater, Yoga, Tattoos, Movies, Dancing, Thai Food. She is outgoing, energetic and happy to meet new friends!

9. Lainey Sullivan & Tickets to Brad Paisley
TFA Teacher, Lainey Sullivan isn't the typical girl you find in Houson. Though she possesses the natural charm of a southern belle, she hails from New England - Canton, Massachusetts to be exact. Lainey graduated from Boston College this past spring, where she majored in English and Sociology, perfecting the collegiate art of "work hard, play hard." In Lainey, you'll find both an intellectually inclined girl and a fun-lover who's not afraid to let loose. A master in the kitchen, a 4th grade teacher with the patience to boot, and an avid sports fan, Lainey is the one you want around. Did we mention she was also a field hockey state champion? Bid on Lainey for the chance to take her out and show her some new hotspots in town. Hanging out with this new “Lone Star” is something you’re sure to remember!

1. Kevin Logan & Tickets to Toby Keith
Bartender Extraordinaire, Firkin & Phoenix Pub. His friends call him K-LO, others call him little logan. Always good for a good chuckle, and always willing to put himself out on the line and take part in the shenanigans. Look for him in the leprechaun outfit this St. Patties Day.

2. Damon Green & Tickets to Keith Urban
Licensed Massage Therapist. Firkin Family – A former staff at the Firkin who has moved on to bigger and better things. No longer a staff, but always willing to help out for a good cause.

3. Chris Joseph & tickets to Jason Aldean
A native Houstonian spent 4 years as a line backer at Washington & Lee College where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He joined City Hall Fellows in the fall of 2009 with the desire to get young adults excited about the civic leadership opportunities available in his hometown.

4. Sky Gaidosik & Date Package TBA
He’s currently thinking about Graduate Studies @ the University of Houston. Truly a Firkin Friend as he bartends down the street at Lizzard’s Pub, but he’s here tonight to help us out with this special event. Beyond hanging out at both bars, he also enjoys cooking and music. You should see him play guitar hero as well.

5. Justin Sutton & Date PackageTBA
Bartender Extraordinaire @ Lizzard's. He plays guitar, is passionate about beer, music and road trips. He’s a straight shooter ladies, and not very good at holding conversations? Well that doesn’t exist with Justin.

6. Mark Thomas & Rockets Tickets
CFO/COO EXPO Motorcars, Retired Chicago Firefighter.
A Chicago native, but has been in Houston for over a year as he currently runs the Expo Motorcars Dealership. If he’s not in Houston… he’s either spending time in his vacation homes in Chicago or Denver. By the way, his favorite vacation spot is Hawaii.

7. Michel Koch & Tickets to Lady Antebellum
BIO TBA later

8. Jeremy Tarbutton & Tickets to Toby Keith
Jeremy Miles Tarbutton is the man of your dreams, you just don't know it yet. Full of life, this Georgia Peach will make you laugh out loud, out-drink your friends, and still be decent enough to impress your father. As a University of Georgia Bulldog, Jeremy was all over the place: Making a scene at the Saturday football game, jogging to maintain that divine figure, giving the best campus tour around, or getting busy with his business major. Oh, and did I mention he is also a proud dad? Yes, that’s right, even with a busy schedule full of teaching 8th graders stoichiometry, Jeremy still makes time for his two year old hound mix, Cash Money. Ladies, don’t pass up this chance to let this real southern charmer make your night a night to remember.

9. Maxwell & Tickets to Black Eyed Peas
Damn, is that Akon? Nope, thats our next auctionee, Maxwell. Similar to his celebrity look alike, Max was born in West Africa, but moved to Syracuse at the age of 12. He played both soccer and lacrosse at his alma matter, Hamilton College, where he also majored in Biology and made a name for himself by cutting up dance floors, chugging beer while standing on his head, and answering to his cross-campus call: MAX a-milli-a-milli-a-milli. Since graduating in 2009, Max has become Mr. A to 9th graders at Sam Houston High School, where he teaches algebra and coaches Girls’ Varsity soccer. On the field, his cute be-hind has all his players begging to ride the bench, where they sneak snapshots of his shapely bottom. When he is not in the classroom or on the soccer field, Max enjoys rooting for the Syracuse Orange and cooking. Just be careful that he doesn’t win your heart with some of his famous fried plantains…

10. Jaime Luna & Tickets to Brad Paisley
TFA Jaime is originally from Ventura, California. He now teaches 3rd grade at Gallegos Elementary and loves working with kids. He loves watching and playing all sorts of sports, but growing up, his dream was to be a professional soccer player (and sometimes still is). Other interests include: foreign films, law and order marathons, and reading to his 3 year old niece.

11. Dan Pastor & Tickets to Darius Rucker
Engineer & Extreme Sports Enthusiast. This is also Dan second time on the Auction Block. This Aussie is one crazy cat. He travels all over the world for work… sometimes in the worst climates, so it makes sense that he is an extreme sports enthusiast. When he is in Houston, he enjoys running with the Hash House Harries - A Drink Club with a running problem.

Auction Items up for Bid

1. Houston Rockets Tickets (2)

2. Houston Rockets Tickets (2)

3. Shane Battier signed Basketball,

4. Shane Battier signed Miniature Rockets Basketball,

5. Shane Battier signed Rockets Pennant

6. Shane Battier signed Rockets Cap

7. Tour 18 Golf Outing for 4 including cart and green fees.

8. Beer Goody Basket

9. Dinner for 2 at Home Basket

10. Houston Dynamo Soccer Package / (2) Tickets w/ T-shirt, banner, flags, and miniature balls

11. Stella Artois Market Umbrella & 4 Glasses

12. Jose Cuervo Mirror

13. Don Julio Mirror

14. Firkin Party Package: Includes 2 pitchers of beer, 2 bottles of wine, House Platter, & set of 4 Firkin Imperial Pint Glasses.

15. Marks Restaurant Dinner for 2 ($100 GC)

16. $50 GC to PF Changs

17. $50 GC to Ruby Tequilas

18. $50 Pappas Restaurants