SPECIAL OLYMPICS—HEARTLAND/AREA 6

8TH ANNUAL Holiday DINNER y AUCTION Mission Statement Provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.

Welcome to the 8th Annual Holiday Dinner & Auction

5:30 p.m. Doors Open and Silent Auction Begins The Silent Auction has 4 sections that close as follows: 7:10 p.m. Red 7:30 p.m. Black 7:20 p.m. Green 7:40 p.m. White

Appetizers, complementary “Merry Berry” drink, and cash bar

Entertainment University High School Jazz Band conducted by Mr. Jason Landes

Face Painting Shelly & Kristi Gehrt from Wild Style Design Company

7 p.m. Dinner

7:30 p.m. Welcome: David Halt, Emcee

8 p.m. Live Auction: Auctioneer Mike Namoff, Mega Events

9 p.m. Thank you

If you register for express checkout, you can quickly check out at our express checkout lane. You must have your invoice and have paid, in order to pick up your items from the auction tables.

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Auction Rules

1. The Silent Auction will begin promptly at 5:30 p.m. and continue without interruption until all sections have closed at 7:40 p.m. The Live Auction will begin at approximately 8 p.m.

2. Payment by the successful bidder should be made at the close of the Live Auction. Payment may be made with MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, cash or checks.

3. All checks should be made payable to Special Olympics .

4. Special Olympics Illinois has attempted to describe and catalog all items correctly and all items are offered as is. All sales are final and there will be no exchanges or refunds.

5. All auction items must be removed from the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel on the evening of the auction. A “Paid” receipt, obtained from the auction cashier, must be presented before items can be removed. For large items, please make arrangements for pickup with Special Olympics Illinois.

6. The auction checkout invoice should serve as your official receipt for items purchased. The value set forth for each item is a good faith estimate of the fair market value as required by the IRS.

7. Unless otherwise specified, all auction items and services must be used within one year of the auction date.

8. In cases where more than one bidder shares in the cost of a Live Auction item, a representative from the bidding group must notify the auction cashier immediately of the participating bidders and their respective share of the cost.

9. Each person issued a bid number assumes all risks and hazards related to the auction and items obtained at the auction. Each bidder agrees to hold harmless from any liability arising there from Special Olympics Illinois, its elected and appointed officials, members, and employees, the auctioneer, the auction company and its agents and employees, the event organizers, sponsors, and/or volunteers connected with the auction.

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Live Auction 101. Epiphany Farms Seven-Course Chef's Tasting for Four People

Epiphany Farms Restaurant in Bloomington brings Midwestern cuisine to the global stage. Its mission is to blend socially conscious farming techniques with comfortable fine dining in order to produce something that customers not only enjoy, but also understand. Epiphany Farms strives to create food systems that provide exceptional quality and a sustainable, regenerative future. This certificate is for a seven-course Chef's grand tasting menu at Epiphany Farms Restaurant for four guests with wine pairing, specifically crafted for the occasion. The tasting menu is inspired by Epiphany Farms’ most delicious products, and allows the Chefs to showcase the day’s bounty.

Restrictions: Package is designed for four guests. Reservations required. Gratuity not included

Donor: Epiphany Farms Hospitality Group

102. St. Louis Overnight Getaway for 4

Explore St. Louis from the top of the Gateway Arch with four adult vouchers to the top of the Arch. After you see the city from up high, head to the Missouri Botanical Garden with four passes to the Missouri Botanical Garden, Shaw Nature Reserve or the Sophia M. Sach Butterfly House in Chesterfield, Missouri. End your day with dinner at The Cheesecake Factory and an overnight stay at the Renaissance St. Louis Grand Hotel.

Restrictions: Renaissance St. Louis Grand Hotel complimentary deluxe accommodations includes room and room taxes only for one night stay. Reservations are subject to availability and must be made in advance; certificate expires 11/30/16. Gateway Arch tickets expire 8/5/16. Missouri Botanical Garden passes are valid for general admission only and are not valid for special admission rate events, exhibits or attractions. $50 gift card to The Cheesecake Factory.

Donors: Renaissance St. Louis Grand Hotel, Missouri Botanical Garden, The Gateway Arch, The Cheesecake Factory

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Live Auction 103. Chicago Museums Overnight Package

Take in two of Chicago’s premier attractions with The Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium. This package includes four general admission tickets to The Field Museum and four Shedd Aquarium tickets good for express entry to the aquarium, Abbott Oceanarium and Wild Reef. Also includes special exhibit and aquatics show. Hotel accommodations are just 12 miles from the museums at the MileNorth Chicago Hotel. Package also includes $50 to Maggiano’s Little Italy.

Restrictions: MileNorth Hotel accommodations based on availability and must contact ahead of time for reservations; expires 10/31/16. Shedd Aquarium certificate does not include 4-D Experience of Stingray Touch and expires November 2016. Field Museum certificate is good for general admission tickets and expires 11/12/16.

Donors: Maggiano’s Little Italy, MileNorth Hotel, The Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium

104. Hand-stitched Illusion Quilt

For the third-year in-a-row, Area 6 athlete Sandi Froman has created a hand-stitched quilt in an illusion pattern just for the Special Olympics Illinois Holiday Dinner & Auction. Sandi has been a Special Olympics Illinois athlete for over 30 years, competing with Special Opportunities Available in Recreation (SOAR) in Bloomington. She has participated in , bowling, soccer, volleyball, golf, bocce, aquatics, and athletics. She was one of the first female athletes to run the mile for Special Olympics Illinois. While she was successful in these sports, Sandi has moved to the lifetime sports competition. She now competes in Unified bocce, bowling and walking events in track and field. Not only is Sandi an athlete, she is a Special Olympics Global Messenger and a talented quilter. This project took Sandi 6 weeks to hand stich.

Donor: Sandi Froman

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Live Auction 105. Chef Troy Catering Event

Dinner for 10 including wine pairings at your home or specific location. The winner will meet with Biaggi’s chef, Troy Tomlinson, to plan the menu which will include a multi-course meal and dessert.

Restrictions: Contact Troy Tomlinson at least four weeks in advance for the desired date. Not valid during the month of December. Servers and gratuities not included. Expires: November 12, 2016.

Donor: Chef Troy Tomlinson from Biaggi’s

106. Chicago Dinner Cruise

Experience Chicago like never before aboard the Odyssey II Dinner Cruise. Good for elegant dinner vouchers for four aboard the Odyssey II on any Sunday-Thursday Dinner Cruise. The Odyssey is Chicago’s dining cruise experience, providing unforgettable events on the water. Its sleek look is sure to leave an impression as you cruise past Chicago’s spectacular skyline and enjoy a wonderful dinner.

Restrictions: Cruising from Navy Pier in Chicago, this Diner Cruise is valid until 9/25/16.

Donor: Entertainment Cruises

107. Palm Island Resort, The Grenadines 7-Night Stay

An exclusive, 135-acre private-island hideaway, situated near the southern tip of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, offers 5 dazzling white-sand beaches, sumptuous dining, non-motorized water sports, nature trails, tennis, fitness center, free-form swimming pool with waterfall, and spa treatments. This award-winning, world-class resort is set in pure paradise where tranquility reigns and an unforgettable experience of a lifetime is inevitable.

Restrictions: Valid for up to 2 rooms, double occupancy. Winner is responsible for airfare and all-inclusive supplement of $140/$240 per person/night, plus tax. Expires 7/31/16

Donor: Elite Island Resorts 6

Live Auction 108. Southwest Airlines Tickets

Package includes four one-way Southwest flight e-passes℠ which can be combined for roundtrip travel. The Southwest flight e-passes℠ are valid for travel on Southwest operated, published scheduled service only in the United States, its territories and its possessions, including Puerto Rico, unless specified above.

Restrictions: There are no blackout dates associated with the Southwest flight e-pass℠. Travel must be completed by 11/01/2016. Southwest flight e- pass℠ cannot be exchanged, extended or reissued and the actual date of travel may not occur after the expiration date.

Donor: Southwest Airlines

109. Week Vacation in St. Petersburg, Florida

Take your Spring Break vacation in St. Petersburg, Florida in 2016! Enjoy 7 days in a newly remodeled two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo that sleeps four and has a full kitchen and living space at the Isla Del Sol Yacht & County Club. With a view of the Boca Ciega Bay, you can sip your morning coffee and take in the ocean view and possibly catch a glimpse of the dolphins at play. This beautiful facility also has a crystal clear pool that keeps a temperature of 85 degrees year-round, tennis courts, and an 18-hole golf course -- all at your disposal. The condo is just 3 minutes from the white sands of St. Pete Beach, close to shopping and restaurants, and a short drive to downtown Tampa and the Salvador Dali Museum. It’s only a 25- minute drive from the airport via Highway 275. This is the place you want to be when it’s cold in Illinois.

Restrictions: Must work with donor for dates and availability. Expires 11/12/16.

Donor: The Bednar Family

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Live Auction 110. Brent Seabrook Autographed Jersey

A three-time Stanley Cup champion, Brent Seabrook is a defenseman and alternate captain with the Chicago Blackhawks. You can own a piece of Blackhawks history by purchasing this Seabrook #7 authentic autographed red Reebok jersey. This jersey has not been framed so the buyer can choose how to use it. Includes letter of authenticity from the Chicago Blackhawks

Donor: The Chicago Blackhawks

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Special Olympics Ornament Raffle

Purchase a Special Olympics Illinois tree ornament for $20 and you’ll be entered into a raffle for a trip to St. Lucia (trip details below). Winner will be drawn during the Live Auction.

7-Night Stay at St. James’s Club, Morgan Bay in St. Lucia

St. James's Club Morgan Bay is set amid 25 acres of lush hillside gardens tucked into a private cove on the northern coast of St. Lucia. This all-inclusive, beachfront resort features 345 well-appointed guestrooms and suites offering stunning ocean and tropical garden views. Enjoy the day exploring an array of water sports and land activities, relax, or experience the majestic ambiance only St. Lucia can offer. Winner responsible for airfare & all-inclusive supplement of $110 per person/per night, plus tax.

Valued at $2,100

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Thank You To Our Contributors

2 Chez Restaurant Cynthia J Carter A Lovable Connection Destihl Restaurant & Brew A.B. Hatchery & Garden Center Works Alexander's Steakhouse Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa American Girl Eastland Chiropractic Avanti's of Eastland Suites Hotel & Bloomington/Normal Conference Center B & B Awards & Recognition Elite Island Resorts Caribbean Beauty Brands Entertainment Cruises Biaggi's Epiphany Farms Hospitality Bloomington Edge Group Bloomington Thunder Evergreen Racquet Club Bloomington Wellness Center Famous Dave's Bloomington-Normal Marriott Fitness Quest Bloomington Hotel & Conference Center Fleet Feet of Bloomington Bob Colman and Mary Fox and Hounds Day Spa Shermann Friar Tuck Wine, Spirits, & Boyle Dental Beverages Budget Liquors Gill Street Sports Bar and Grill Carl's Ice Cream Heartland Bank CATO Heartland Foot and Ankle Chandra Scott Associates Chef Troy from Biaggi's Holiday Inn & Suites Cheryl DePaepe Bloomington Chestnut Mountain Resort Hyatt Place Chicago Blackhawks Illinois State Athletics Chicago Botanic Garden Illinois Symphony Orchestra Ironwood Golf Course Jack Lewis Jewelers Chicago Zoological Janis Bednar Society/Brookfield Zoo Jeffrey Alans Chipotle Jeremy Davidson College Hills Meat Shop Jewel Osco Community Players Theatre John Stephens Cookies by Design Katrina Cerroni-Jones Cooper's Hawk Winery and Keller's Iron Skillet Restaurants Kelly's Bakery & Cafe Corn Stock Theatre Knights Action Park CostCo Wholesale Maggiano's Curves Medici Medieval Times - Schaumburg Merlot and a Masterpiece

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Contributors Continued

MileNorth, A Chicago Hotel Slaughters Custom Shop Miller Park Zoo Southwest Airlines Missouri Botanical Garden St. Louis Cardinals Mo Conlan St. Louis Rams Moe's Southwest Grill St. Louis Science Center New Orleans Steamboat Stan and Marybeth Speer Company State Representative Dan Brady Nord Outdoor Power Swingers Normal Children's Discovery Teresa Gerardi Museum Terry L. Peoples Normal Cornbelters The American Legion Par-A-Dice The Chateau Bloomington Patty Nixa The Cheesecake Factory Peoria Charter Coach Company The Chocolatier, Inc. The Daily Method Peoria Civic Center The Field Museum Peoria Zoo The Gateway Arch Pheasant Lanes Bowling The Goff Financial Group PNC Bank The Links at Ireland Grove Quail Meadows The Magic House Rader Family Farms, LLC The Olive Bin Radio Bloomington The Workout Company Renaissance St. Louis Grand Tim Leighton Hotel Tracy Pledger, Mary Kay Sandi and Mike Froman Consultant Seedling Theatre Uptown Gifts & Accessories Shane Niemeyer US Cellular Coliseum Shedd Aquarium Victory Academy Sherman's Zanies Comedy Night Club Six Flags St. Louis A Special Thank You To Our Auction

Committee Members

Michelle Barclay Jim Grossman Kali Riddell Jill Bertelsen Debi Woodring John Stephens Cynthia Carter Grossman Jordan Vose Katrina Cerroni-Jones David Halt Carol Watson Jeremy Davidson Chris Hood Cheryl DePaepe Brandi McCarrey

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Thank You to All Our Generous Sponsors

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