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TEAMS 2008
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| SUTTON PLACE HOTEL |
| Sponsor: Richard Wong (General Manager) |
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Chef Joe Srahulek |
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Bridget Ryan (Co-host, Breakfast Televion, City TV) |
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Jason Carter (Cameraman/Breakfast Television) |
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| DEL/ROCK (Rockliff Pierzchajlo Architects and Delnor Construction) |
| Jonathan Rockliff (Architect) |
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Paul Saures (Pastry Chef, Popular Bakery) |
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George Szilagyi (Actor/Playwright) |
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Christy Morin (President, Arts on the Ave) |
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| LEXUS OF EDMONTON |
| Sponsor: Bruce Kirkland (General Manager) |
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Chefs Gloria Bednarz & Guenter Hess, Art of Cake |
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Chris Bullough (Actor) |
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Nick Lees (Edmonton Journal Columnist) |
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| PARLEE MCLAWS LLP |
| Sponsor: Walter Pavlic |
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Chef Andrew Ihasz, Hotel Macdonald |
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Jana O’Connor (Actor/Writer/Producer) |
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Amanda O’Connell (Global Edmonton Court Sketch Artist) |
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| SKILLS SOCIETY |
| Sponsor: Pat Conrad (Executive Director) |
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Chefs Rebecca Tucker and Sonja Shank, The Cupcake Shop |
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Joleen Ballendine (Actor) |
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Lisa Amerongen (Actor/Student) |
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| ART GALLERY OF ALBERTA |
| Sponsor: Tony Luppino (Executive Director) |
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Chef/Artist: Eva Bartel |
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Ann Lewis Luppino (CEO/President, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra) |
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Maralyn Ryan (Actor) |
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| EDMONTON NORTHLANDS |
| Sponsor: Stephen Liley (Show Manager) |
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Chef Patrick Gibson |
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Lyle Victor Albert (Actor/Writer/Playwright) |
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David Janzen (Artist) |
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| CITY CENTRE EDUCATION PROGRAM |
| Sponsor: Nancy Weber (Principal, Delton School) |
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Chef Ailynn Santos (Whimsical Cake Studio) |
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Sharla Matkin (Actor) |
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Agnieszka Matejko (Writer/Artist) |
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AUCTION ITEMS - 2008
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Below is a list of some of the fabulous items that will be up for auction this year.
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A TASTE OF ARGENTINA
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Please your friends with a wine tasting party for 15 at Crestwood Wines featuring wines of Argentina.
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Donated by Crestwood Fine Wines & Spirits
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INSIDE THE VAULT
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Discover the secret world of the Art Gallery of Alberta with a behind the scenes tour for four by Executive Director Tony Luppino and Senior Curator Catherine Crowston. Afterwards enjoy a glass of wine and hors d’oevres at contemporary wine bar 4th and Vine.
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Donated by the Art Gallery of Alberta and 4th and Vine Wine Bar
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A NIGHT ON THE TOWN
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Treat a loved one to a romantic night at the Sutton Place Hotel. Your stay includes champagne, strawberries and breakfast in bed. Enjoy a delicious dinner for two at Capitals Restaurant and two tickets to the Citadel Theatre production of Three Mo’ Tenors. Take the luxury home with a Lux Beauty basket.
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Donated by Sutton Place Hotel, Capitals Restaurant, Citadel Theatre and Lux Beauty Boutique
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FOR THE DOG LOVER
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Pamper your best furry friend with lunch at the Doggie Style Deli.Take home a doggie bag with treats for you and your pet. Preserve the memory with a professional pet portrait by artist and educator Harold Pearse. Harold draws ‘a dog a day’, finding them to be the perfect artists’ model and ideal companions. He strives to capture what is unique about each dog, conveying some of their energy spirit into his work.
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Donated by Doggie Style Deli, Harold Pearse
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LA VACACIÓN DEL SOL
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Enjoy a week at the beautiful Mayan Palace Nuevo Vallarta Golf Resort. Close to the charming city of Puerto Vallarta, this ocean front resort has it all you can relax on the beach or poolside, kayak, sail the bay or play a round of golf on the championship course.
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Donated by Wendy Hollo
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PRECIOUS MOMENTS
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Capture the beauty of the moment with a timeless family portrait by professional photographer Tim Moores of ProVision Graphics.
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Donated by ProVision Graphics
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DINNER AND DANCE
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Feast on original fare at the Blue Pear Restaurant with special guest artist Brian Webb and a party of five. Move on with your friends to be wowed by a Brian Webb Dance Company production by one of the hottest choreographers around Aszure Barton with les Ballets Jazz de Montréal.
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Donated by Blue Pear, Brian Webb Dance Company
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DINNER AND CONCERT
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Tell someone they are beautiful with concert tickets to James Blunt on November 19 at Rexall Place. Then enjoy dinner for two at the Upper Crust.
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A REAL HOLE-IN-ONE!
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Check out your swing at the world-class Blackhawk Golf Club. Enjoy a foursome with author and Globe Golf Columnist Curtis Gillespie. Go home after a great day on the links with signed copies of Gillespie’s book Playing Through, and his latest Crown Shyness.
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Donated by Blackhawk Golf Club, Curtis Gillespie
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THE GIFT TO GIVE
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Become a member of Zocolo’s Bouquet Club and have a spectacular bouquet of fresh flowers delivered to your home or loved one every month for a year.
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Donated by Zocolo
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WINTER SONG
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Enjoy an evening of music by Sarah Brightman, whose talent has earned her over 150 gold and platinum awards in 34 countries. Concert takes place on December 10 at Rexall Place. Then enjoy a wonderful meal for two at Upper Crust.
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WEEKEND GETAWAY
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What could be better than a relaxing weekend for two on the lake front in a rustic cabin? Relax in birders’ paradise at Lac La Nonne. While you are there enjoy 4 hours of pottery with Sabine. A great way to remember your stay with a handbuilt teapot or work of art you created. Package includes small smoke fired pot by Sabine.
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Donated by Maureen, Rick and Sabine
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FAMILY GLAMOUR SHOT
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Capture a moment in time for yourself of a loved one with a Glamour Photography package courtesy of Con Boland Photography. Take home a large original framed print by European Master Photographer Con Boland, along with his new CD Through the Lens. (2 Packages available)
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Donated by Con Boland Photography
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THE ART OF GIVING - ART BY SUBSCRIPTION
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The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts offers Art By Subscription revolving dynamic art for home or office. This is a great way to source art from the wealth of creativity this Collective has to offer. Enjoy a one year subscription and be recognized for your support of the Nina Haggerty Centre with a nameplate.
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Donated by the Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts
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LIVE AUCTION EXPERIENCES! with Celebrity Auctioneer Brian Webb
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Don't miss out on these fantastic premium packages with this year's celebrity auctioneer, Brian Webb!
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SPA EXPERIENCE WITH CARRIE DOLL
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Invite four friends to join you and CTV News Anchor Carrie Doll for the ultimate spa experience. Guests will enjoy a luxurious day at the new and exclusive Pure Elements Spa in Sherwood Park. Enjoy manicures, pedicures, a 60 minute massage, champagne and a delicious catered lunch. As winner of this package, you receive a gorgeous gift basket. Your friends will also receive a take-home surprise to remember the experience.
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Donated by Pure Elements Spa, Carrie Doll
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THE 'BEST' DINNER PARTY IN TOWN
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Host an incredible dinner party featuring a magical performance by Edmonton Symphony Orchestra Principal Harpist Nora Bumanis. In great demand as a soloist and recitalist, Ms. Bumanis has performed with many leading Canadian symphony orchestras, including the Toronto Symphony, the National Arts Centre Orchestra and the Calgary Philharmonic. Dinner for eight is no trouble with catered dinner from New Asian Village. Rated as one of the top Indian restaurants in Canada, New Asian Village delivers not only a memorable meal your guests transcend into a tantalizing world of sensuous tastes and aromas. No table setting is complete.A & H Florists will create a lavish floral arrangement to set off your perfect table. To ensure a stress free evening, Cleaning by Delores will wash away your worries and prepare your home for this party of a lifetime.
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Donated by Nora Bumanis, New Asian Village, Cleaning by Delores, A & H Florists
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ULTIMATE OILERS
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Go behind the scenes with the Edmonton Oilers. This ultimate package for two includes Gold Seats with parking and a coveted locker room tour. You are also invited to enjoy a practice game catch the players as they prepare for the game and a chance to meet your favourite players and coaching staff. Take home a signed Jersey to prove that this wasn’t all a dream!
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Donated by the Edmonton Oilers
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WINE PARTY AND DINNER DATE WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
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For the food and wine lover - wine and dinner for six. Chat with Edmonton Journal Columnist and wine connoisseur Nick Lees while sampling an assortment of fine wines. Move on to an engaging dinner at the New Asian Village where you will be joined by special guests MLA Dr. Raj Sherman and former MP Rahim Jaffer.
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Donated by New Asian Village with Nick Lees, MLA Raj Sherman, Rahim Jaffer
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IMAGE GALLERY
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