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WELCOME GLOBAL MINNESOTA FRIENDS! 글로벌 미네소타 친구들 환영합니다 On behalf of Global Minnesota’s Board of Directors and staff, welcome to the Celebration of the Republic of Korea. Proceeds from tonight’s gala — our largest fundraiser of the year — support Global Minnesota’s ongoing educational and cultural programs designed to help Minnesotans live, work, and lead globally. Many thanks to gala underwriters, patrons, and auction donors for their generous contributions, which are critical to tonight’s success. We also wish to recognize individuals who have played essential roles — Ben Jaffray and Hyon Kim for graciously serving as Honorary Gala Co-Chairs; Muffy MacMillan for hosting this event at her beautiful home; Gala Committee Co-Chairs Kay Thomas and Bomi Yoon and their amazing committee for their vision, commitment, and leadership; and Thomas Kim of The Rabbit Hole, Sara Monick, and D’Amico Catering for designing a creative sampling of contemporary Korean cuisine. Finally, we wish to extend a special thank you to the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Chicago for their deep support this evening and during our entire year-long focus on South Korea. We are proud to call them our global partner. Now, let’s enjoy a wonderful evening, raising funds for one of our favorite and most deserving nonprofits — Global Minnesota. And remember, bid early and often! Let the fun begin! Peter C. Hawthorne Chair, Board of Directors FUND- A-NEED Help Minnesotans connect with the world, make informed decisions, an engage with different cultures. This year, your contribution to Fund-A-Need will support ALL of Global Minnesota’s programs, from community discussion groups on foreign policy issues in Greater Minnesota to building cultural connections in schools across the Twin Cities. You don’t have to hold a passport or travel the globe to experience the world. All you need is Global Minnesota. Raise your paddle to help ALL Minnesotans go beyond their borders. PROGRAM Please note adjusted start time. 5:00 pm Shuttle service starts 5:30 pm Gala begins Tour the World silent auction Bar service available Dinner buffet opens at 6:00 pm Silent auction closes at 7:00 pm Formal remarks Fund-A-Need and Tour the World live auction Performance by Chicago Korean Dance Company and Global Pungmul Institute 9:00 pm Adjournment of festivities 9:30 pm Last shuttle departs TOUR THE WORLD LIVE AUCTION 1. GEONBAE TO THIS WHISK(E)Y BASKET Enjoy a handpicked selection of dignified and oftentimes complex Scotch whisky. And in the spirit of Global Minnesota, continue your tasting journey to experience an eclectic sampling of some of the finest whiskies from around the world intended to showcase the unique terroir and craftsmanship of the region. Bringing the “uisge beatha” (“water of life”) of the world to you. Donors: Rachel and Donovan Walsh and North Loop Wine & Spirits 2. IT’S YOUR PITCH! One lucky person will have the opportunity to take the mound and throw out one of three ceremonial first pitches at a Minnesota Twins home game. Wind up in style sporting your own Byung-Ho Park jersey. And that’s not all! Package includes complimentary game tickets for you and three guests, a commemorative Twins jersey, and an official MLB baseball. Restrictions: Mutually agreed upon regular season Minnesota Twins home game in 2016 or 2017; must complete Minnesota Twins Ceremonial Pitch certificate by July 15, 2016 Donor: Judy and Steve Lewis, Minnesota Twins LIVE AUCTION (cont.) 3. UNCORK THIS! Lafite Rothschild has been the most sought-after wine in the world for the past decade. Robert Parker gave this "the wine of the vintage designation for 1988 and a prestigious 94 rating." This classic expression of Lafite is deep in color with concentrated, brilliantly focused flavors. Its tannins have now softened, leaving a wonderful bouquet of cassis, cedar, raspberries, and dried fruits. Perfectly stored in the cellar since its purchase in 1990, this wine is ready for drinking or can be held for another 10 to 20 years -- if you can bear to wait that long! Donor: Sue and Bob Macdonald 4. DINE WITH ALBERTO FI ERRO IN A MAGNIFICENT BEAUX ARTS MANSION I N WASHINGTON, D.C. Up to eight guests can join Alberto Fierro, former Consul of Mexico in St. Paul, for a private tour and dinner at the Mexican Cultural Institute in Washington, D.C. Recently named to Washington’s Inventory of Historic Sites, the Institute boasts an impressive array of pieces by renowned Mexican and foreign-born artists. Alberto Fierro is the Executive Director of the Institute and Head of Culture and Education at the Embassy of Mexico. Restrictions: Date by mutual agreement Valid through: December 2016 Donor: Alberto Fierro LIVE AUCTION (cont.) 5. WRITE YOUR OWN TICKET TO ASIA Seoul? Singapore? Ho Chi Minh City? Two business-class tickets to any Asian city that Delta Air Lines serves have your name on them if you answer the call. Valued up to $40,000 depending on your destination. Restrictions: Subject to availability; blackout dates and booking class restrictions may apply Valid through: June 2017 Donor: Delta Air Lines 6. DINE WITH KOREAN CONSUL GENERAL IN CHICAGO Enjoy dinner for 10 at the residence of Korean Consul General Jong-kook Lee in Chicago. Discuss current events over a gourmet meal prepared by the consulate’s private chef. Restrictions: Date by mutual agreement Valid through: December 2016 Donor: Korean Consulate General in Chicago, Consul General Jong-Kook Lee 7. A NIGHT IN HAVANA Eight people can indulge in a five-course gourmet dining experience with award-winning chef Amalia Moreno-Damgaard at the historically- designated home of Melissa and Uri Camarena – formerly the Alfred F. Pillsbury house. The menu includes classics such as Cuban roast pork, cassava with citrus-garlic sauce, plantain chips, and more, all expertly paired with wine and Cuban cigars. Restrictions: Date by mutual agreement Valid through: October 2016 Donor: Melissa and Uri Camarena, Embassy of Cuba, Amalia Moreno-Damgaard LIVE AUCTION (cont.) 8. BIENVENUE À ISSIRAC Up to two couples can enjoy a one-week stay in this 17th-century stone farmhouse bed and breakfast, located in the midst of vineyards and lavender fields in the village of Issirac in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of Southern France. Le Mas du Tilleul (Linden Tree House) can be your luxury base camp for fishing, canoeing, horse-riding, scenic walks, touring, and of course, wine tasting. Hosts Anna and Doug Bethune will be on site to offer helpful advice. Restrictions: Date by mutual agreement; airfare to France not included Valid through: August 2017 Donor: Anna and Douglas Bethune 9. SKOL! A HOUSEWARMING FIT FOR A NORSEMAN The Minnesota Vikings have moved to their new home at U.S. Bank Stadium and you are invited to be a part of the housewarming season. Help establish the new home-field advantage with four tickets (Section 131, Row 8, Seats 9-12) to a 2016 Minnesota Vikings home game. Donor: Sit Investment Associates, Inc. TOUR THE WORLD SILENT AUCTION EXPLORE THE WORLD 2 Tickets to the Foreign Policy Association’s World Leadership Forum in New York on September 28, 2016 and a 2-night stay at the Harvard Club of New York City Donor: Foreign Policy Association, Leni and David Moore, Jr. 7-Night stay for 5 at a condo in Isla Mujeres, Mexico Donor: Janet and David Berry 5-Night stay for 2 at a home in Seoul, South Korea Donor: Jonghee Hong and Sungdae Suh 4-Night stay for 2 at Sumahan on the Water in Istanbul, Turkey Donor: Sumahan on the Water 2-Night stay for 2 at a home in Agra, India Donor: Nidhi and Vikash Lall Lunch for 2 at a Korean café in Paris with Jeewon Rhyu Donor: Jeewon Rhyu DINE WITH… Dinner for 8 with the German Consul General in Chicago Donor: German Consul General in Chicago Dinner for 6 with the British Consul General in Chicago Donor: British Consulate General Chicago Golf and lunch for 3 with Ambassador Ross Wilson at the White Bear Yacht Club Donor: Margo Squire and Ross Wilson Dinner for 3 with former U.S. Foreign Service Officer Tom Hanson Donor: Tom Hanson SPECIAL DINNERS AND RECEPTIONS Canadian wine and beer tasting reception for 40 at the Consul General of Canada’s residence on August 3, 2016 Donor: Consulate General of Canada in Minneapolis Tour the World art reception for 20 at the home of Kay Thomas and Jim Rustad on July 24, 2016 Donor: Kay Thomas and Jim Rustad TOUR THE WORLD SILENT AUCTION (CONT.) SPECIAL DINNERS AND RECEPTIONS (CONT.) Korean dinner for 8 will come to you Donor: Hyon Kim Dinner from the Silk Road for 4 Donor: John Pournoor Home-cooked authentic Indian dinner for 4 Donor: Anjali and Gopal Khanna FUN IN THE CITIES Private tour for 10 at the Minneapolis Institute of Art Donor: Minneapolis Institute of Art 2 Tickets to the Minnesota Vikings home game against the Houston Texans on October 9, 2016 Donor: John Derus 2 Tickets in the President’s Box to a 2016-17 Northrop Dance season performance. Includes a pre-performance VIP reception Donor: Heather Faulkner 1 Semester of Korean language classes for 2 Donor: Korean Institute of Minnesota Private tour of the Mayo Art Collection for 4, plus lunch at Pescara Fresh Seafood Restaurant in Rochester Donor: Lois West Duffy and Joseph Duffy Golf for 2 with Global Minnesota member Andrew Blake and Mark Gherity at the White Bear Yacht Club Donor: Andrew Blake, Morgan Stanley An All-Access Gold Pass to the April 2017 Minneapolis St.