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We look forward to seeing YOU on Saturday, March 27, 2010 at the HEART BEATS Benefit Auction! If you haven’t RSVP’ed yet, IT’S NOT TOO LATE! Just call 248-646-8900 x170 to reserve your spot. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TICKET PRICE INCREASES for RSVP’s received after NEXT Monday, March 22 – so get yours in NOW! Reservations received Reservations received Reservation Prices ON OR BEFORE AFTER March 22 Monday, March 22 Patron Party & Main Event $250 $300 Main Event Only $125 $150 Included in this packet are descriptions of many of the exciting live and super silent auction items that will be featured at the Benefit Auction. In addition to the fabulous live auction, the Benefit Auction will also feature: PROFESSIONAL AUCTIONEER CHARLES WICKINS AND HIS AUCTION TEAM Cocktails & Seated Dinner SUPER SILENT AUCTION Dedicated Giving THREE EXCITING 52-CARD RAFFLES PATRON PARTY AFTERGLOW FEATURING PUB GRUB AND LIVE ENTERTAINMENT WE’LL SEE YOU THERE! 52-CARD RAFFLE . AN EVENT FAVORITE! HOW DOES THE 52-CARD RAFFLE WORK? No pre-sale of tickets. Tickets will be available on a first come first serve basis March 27, 2010. Decks of 52 cards will be sold, one deck at a time for each 52-card raffle item. There will be a total of three 52-card raffles. Each card costs $100. The buyer will receive ½ of the card, and the seller will place the remaining half in the raffle drum. The winning card will be drawn and then the next 52-card raffle will take place. This is an exciting opportunity with terrific odds of winning a fabulous item for ONLY $100. You could win a marvelous lot of wine, a great assortment of restaurant certificates or a vacation at one of three amazing resort condominiums in Mexico! Descriptions of the three 52-card raffle items follow . 52-CARD RAFFLE ITEMS 52-CARD RAFFLE #1 - COMPLETE YOUR CELLAR You will not want to miss the opportunity to add this unique lot of exquisite wine, an exceptional assortment of whites and reds, to your collection. (1) - 1989 Chateau Calon-Ségur Grand Cru Classe Saint-Estephe Bordeaux, France (1) - 1996 Chateau Rauzan-Ségla Margaux Bordeaux, France (1) - 1997 Fisher Vineyards Coach Insignia, Napa Valley (1) - 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Castello Banfi red wine, Italy (1) - 2001 Domaine Font De Michelle Châteauneuf-du-Pape red wine, France (1) - 2001 Pride Mountains Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (1) - 2003 Cockburn's Vintage Porto, Portugal (1) - 2004 Flora Springs Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (1) - 2004 Trilogy Flora Springs Meritage, red table wine, Napa Valley (1) - 2005 LaCourt Barbera D'asti, red wine, Italy (1) - 2005 Rudd Bacigalupi Vineyard Chardonnay, Russian River Valley (1) - 2005 Stag's Leap Merlot, Napa Valley (1) - 2005 Worthy Sophia's Cuvee red wine, Napa Valley (1) - 2006 d‘Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz, Australia (1) - 2006 Darioush Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (1) - 2006 Dovetail Vineyards Oaks Pinot Noir Windsor Oaks, Russian River Valley (1) - 2006 Far Niente Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (1) - 2006 Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (1) - 2006 Joseph Phelphs Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (1) - 2006 Lagone Aia Vecchia Toscana, Italy (1) - 2006 Roma en Chamberlin Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah, Washington (1) - 2006 Stag's Leap Merlot, Napa Valley (1) - 2006 Turnbull Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (1) - 2006 White Cottage Risa Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (1) - 2007 Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (1) - 2007 Celani Family Vineyards Chardonnay, Napa Valley (1) - 2007 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Dieux Télégraphe, France (1) - 2007 Domaine Bois de Boursan Chateauneuf du Pape white rhone wine, France (1) - 2007 Domaine Du Pegau Chateauneuf du Pape rhone wine, France (1) - 2007 Far Niente Chardonnay, Napa Valley (1) - 2007 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley (1) - 2007 Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon, Chile (1) - 2007 Pahlmeyer Chardonnay, Napa Valley (1) - 2007 Stag's Leap Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley (1) - 2007 St. Innocent Pinot Noir, Oregon (1) - 2008 Field Stone Sauvignon Blanc, Alexander Valley (1) - Ultima Edizione di Farnese Cinque Uve red wine, Italy Donors: Susan Acciaioli, Chas Chandler, Deirdre and John Crowley, Kendall and Edward Doman, Friends of the Academy, Rob Gillette, Julia and Steve Henes, Mary Lou Janes, Patti and Ran Jessup, Rita and Tom Lewry, Dana Locniskar, Kathy O'Brien, Lynda and Jim Panaretos, Muffie and Bernie Quick, Pam and Steve Racine, Michelle and Victor Saroki, Molly and Joe Schwartz, Fran and Larry Smith, Ann Marie and Tom Violante, The Watchowski Family, Ben Wineman, Lynne and Gary Wood, Scott Wortman 52-CARD RAFFLE #2 - EAT YOUR HEART OUT $50 220 Dinner for four Beau Jack‘s $100 Big Rock Chop House $100 Boodles $200 Capital Grille $100 Crust Pizza and Wine Bar $100 Da Edoardo Dinner for four Fleming‘s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar $100 Forest Grill $200 Forté $100 The Melting Pot $125 Morton‘s The Steakhouse $150 Peabody‘s $100 Red Coat Tavern Dinner for four Rochester Chop House $100 Tallulah Wine Bar & Bistro Gratuity, alcohol and tax are not included. Some additional restrictions may apply. Donors: 220, Beau Jack‘s, Big Rock Chop House, Boodles, Capital Grille, Da Edoardo, Friend of the Academy, Fleming‘s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Forest Grill, Forté, The Melting Pot, Morton‘s The Steakhouse, Peabody‘s, Red Coat Tavern, Rochester Chop House, Tallulah Wine Bar & Bistro 52-CARD RAFFLE #3 – ONE WEEK IN LUXURY IN TROPICAL HUATULCO Escape to one of three spacious getaway condominiums, magnificently decorated with hand-selected furnishings and artwork, and located in the finest planned community in tropical southwest Mexico. Exotic woods, travertine marble and vast amounts of natural light and sunshine highlight these three condominiums offering spectacular views of Pacific Ocean beaches nestled against the Sierra Madre mountain range. Nearby, the seaside town of Santa Cruz, La Crucecita, with its vibrant harbor and marina, offers the bustling energy of cafes, bars, restaurants, boutiques, and markets. Three select condominium resorts (Casa Anita, Los Suenos, or Casa Cassandra) offer something for everyone. Golfers will enjoy the Tangolunda Golf Course with its views of majestic peaks rising above blue seas. Try your hand at deep-sea fishing, diving, sailing, or bird-watching. Rent an ATV or a kayak and explore the local jungle or coastline. When it‘s time to relax, settle into a sunny chaise lounge next to a pool bordered by palm trees and exotic gardens. Whether you‘re newlyweds looking for a once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon, or taking a much-deserved vacation with the family, up to four guests will enjoy the privacy and security of a gated community with private parking and 24-hour guard. English, German, and Spanish are spoken at all three condominiums. No pets or smoking are allowed. The owner reserves the right to choose one of the three condominiums and assign to the guest based on availability. All three condominiums are within twenty minutes of the international airport with non-stop flights to Chicago. Dates are based on availability from April 15 – June 30, 2010 or September – October, 2010. Donor: The Adamofsky Family The winning ticket holders are responsible for all applicable taxes. Check out our live auction bidding opportunities. Read on to see what you want . Please note that this list includes items received as of March 16, 2010 and is subject to change. LIVE AUCTION Live #1 Go Get ’Em, Tigers! Hear the Tigers roar at a 2010 regular season game. This package includes four premium tickets and four passes to watch batting practice from the field prior to the game. Your group will also have the opportunity to meet a Tigers coach or player. This Tiger-ific package ALSO includes the opportunity for one person in your group to throw out the ceremonial first pitch of the game! The winning bidder must contact the Detroit Tigers no later than July 31, 2010 to select the date for a Monday-Thursday game during the 2010 regular season. If date is not selected by July 31, the certificate is voided. Blackout dates include, but are not limited to, the April 14 and May 10-13, 2010 games. One parking pass is included and the game date must be mutually agreed upon. Donor: The Detroit Tigers Live #2 Gourmet Secrets Toni Sova, a LaVarenne-trained chef, welcomes you and seven friends into her gourmet kitchen for a custom-designed cooking class where you‘ll learn the best culinary secrets AND enjoy the fruits of your labor! This class will be tailored to your cooking skills, from beginner to advanced, and your feast will include dinner, dessert and coffee. The winning bidder may choose the type of cooking instruction they would like to receive. All ingredients will be provided and wine will complement the cuisine. Menu and date to be mutually agreed upon and redeemed by March 1, 2011. Not available during the holidays. Donor: Toni Sova Live #3 A Moment in Time Marge Dubuc, the much-adored former Kensington Academy art teacher, is known for her stunning oil portraits of children and adults. The lucky winner will schedule a summer photo session in either June or August 2010 with Marge. Using the photographs, she will create a stunning head and shoulders oil portrait of a child. An electronic image will then be sent to the parents for approval and the finished piece will be shipped to the lucky winner. Upgrades to this package, including the addition of siblings or other family members, may be arranged separately with the artist at her current rates. The winning bidder may choose the portrait size (18‖x24‖, 16‖x20‖ or 20‖x24‖). Frame is not included.