Unforgettable! The Philharmonic’s 2012 Gala
Unforgettable!
The Philharmonic’s 2012 Gala
Bob and Helen Haddad, Honorary Chairs
March 3, 2012, at The Commons
Music, dancing and the Phil’s famous wine bin raffle & live and silent auctions. Plus, new this year—the opportunity to win a beautiful diamond!
Ticket price $110.
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1. Indy Racing Experience
This will be the thrill of your life! You will be outfitted like the pros in genuine Indy racing Nomex gloves, boots, hood, racing suit and helmet. After a driving instruction class, you will drive an authentic Indy race car for three laps at your own speed. Then you will get into a modified tandem Indy car with a professional driver and ride for two laps at speeds approaching 175 mph. Don’t forget to bring your camera to preserve the memories.
Donated by Mark and Linda Pillar
2. Sonoma Wine Experience for Two
Reed and Lois Foster, the founding family of the Ravenswood Winery, will host your three day and two night stay in a bungalow nestled in the beautiful Sonoma vineyards and farmland. Reed will also accompany you on a private tour and wine tasting at Ravenswood and will be on hand to explain about the varieties of grapes and wines. Coordinate your stay with Reed and Lois well in advance to make sure you find the perfect time for your experience in the sunny Sonoma Valley. Airfare allowance is included in this package.
Donated by Lois and Reed Foster
3. A Week at the Villages
Guest passes to play at any one of the 28, 9 hole executive golf courses; swimming pools; and a 3 bedroom, 2 bath house (golf cart included) are at the disposal of the winner of this exciting auction offering. Need more golf options? For a fee you can play at any of the 9 championship golf courses surrounding the Villages. To see more of what’s available at the Villages go to www.thevillages.com.
Donated by Mark and Linda Pillar
4. “Mann The Helm”
Your party of 6 will enjoy this sunset dinner cruise on the Ohio River aboard the Muttley Crew with a Coastguard certified master captain at the helm. Take in the scenery, sip a cocktail and let your cares drift down the river! This will surely be an unforgettable evening. Tammy and Bob Burton will join the Mann’s as your hosts on this scenic river cruise. (Several routes to choose from, arrangements must be made in advance with Tasha Mann)
Donated by Tasha & David Mann
5. Hit Me With Your Best Shot!
The gentlemen in your party of 10 will begin this experience with an afternoon of skeet and trap shooting at Camp Atterbury’s range. They will then join the ladies in the Langston’s home for a tasting of premium Kentucky bourbons before gathering at the table for a sumptuous multi-course meal, professionally prepared by Chef Cameron Langston of Asheville, NC. You’ll have to aim high to win this Unforgettable evening
Donated by Christy, Ken and Chef Cameron Langston…special thanks to Jerry Curry for his help.
6. PGA Tour – BMW Championship
This total golf package is a once-in-a-lifetime golf experience. First, you and two of your favorite golf companions will accompny PGA Gold Professional John Fairbanks to play 18 holes of golf with carts, caddy and lunch on the world-famous Pete Dye creation: Crooked Stick Golf Club in Carmel, Indiana. Crooked Stick has hosted numerous major Championships including...the 1991 PGA Championship; 1993 US Women's Open; 2005 Solhein Cup and the 2009 USGA Senior Open. Because this is also the year that Crooked Stick will host the PGA Tour BMW Gold Championship you will also receive 3 spectator baddges for the week to watch the top 70 players in the world compete for one of the top prizes of the 2012 PGA Tour golf season. This is a golf experience that you will not soon forget.
Donated by Crooked Stick Golf Club; Tony Pancake, PGA; LHP Software, Ryan Hou. Host: John Fairbanks, PGA
7. Hangin’ with Greg and Julia at Harrison
Flip flops and shorts will be the order of the day when your party of 8 gets together for a casual supper and an evening pontoon cruise around the beautiful Harrison Lake. Additional stops at the docks of some of Harrison Lakes’ most colorful characters will liven up the evening as they freshen a drink or provide a sampling of a tasty hors d’ oeuvres that will round out a memorable evening on “The Lake.” Characters Welcome!
Donated by Julia and Greg Marshall and Friends
8. Greatest Spectacle in Racing
You and a guest will be pampered spectators as you enjoy two tickets for an unforgettable 2012 Indianapolis 500 Mile Race as guests of Cummins, Inc. You will enjoy a round-trip corporate coach experience to the Speedway, indulge in the corporate hospitality of the Cummins suite food and beverages and watch the "Greatest Spectacle in Racing" from two of the company's best seats.
Donated by Cummins, Inc.
9. Condo for a Week on Hilton Head Island
Enjoy a full week of vacation in a 3 bedroom, 3 bath condo at Ocean Palms Villas on beautiful Hilton Head Island, SC. Overlooking the 8th hole of the Barony Gold Course and adjacent to Port Royal Racquet Club, your condo has gorgeous lagoon views and is within two blocks walking distance of the Westin Hotel beach. Your stay includes 18 holes of golf DAILY for four people (cart fee excluded) on one of Port Royal's golf courses, plus one hour free tennis each day at the Port Royal Racquet Club. Enjoy access and amenities to the award winning Westin Hilton Head Resort Hotel, their beaches, 3 pools, spa facilities and more! To see more of what's available at Ocean Palms Villas go to www.oceanpalmshiltonhead.com. (Check with Charlie and Jayne Farber for availabable dates through 2013)
Donated by Charlie and Jayne Farber