 The outstanding Live, Super Silent, and Silent auctions at the Dream Gala feature one-of-a-kind works of art by world-renowned artists, fine jewelry, collectible wine, luxurious trips, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences! Thanks to the incredible generosity of our many auction donors. We are introducing a new electronic bidding system which will be used for the Super Silent auction. Using handheld devices and your personalized smartcard, you will be able to bid on Super Silent items at the auction tables and from the convenience of your seat in the ballroom. Auction Catalog Silent Vine & Dine Super Silent Live Scroll down to check out a few fantastic items that will be in our live, silent and super silent auctions this year! |
| 10 Hours on a Falcon 2000EX/200 Private Jet |
 This fabulous private jet is yours for up to 10 hours! Just choose your destination and hop on board. The Falcon 2000EX jet retains many of the amenities that made the Falcon 2000 one of the most popular large cabin jets in the world, while featuring enhancements to several key aspects such as upgraded engines and aircraft avionics.  This jet is ideal for transcontinental and international flights. In addition, the extremely quiet cabin features luxurious comfort for up to ten passengers, and a flight attendant is onboard all flights to ensure your comfort. Your vacation will begin the moment you and your nine guests board this sleek and luxurious aircraft. Value: $130,000 Donor: Friend of JDRF |
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| Two Carat Blue Nile Signature Diamond Ring |
 Blue Nile, the leading online retailer of diamonds and fine jewelry, offers the largest collection of the world's finest cut diamonds. They deliver the ultimate customer experience, providing consumers with a superior way to buy engagement rings, wedding rings and fine jewelry. Blue Nile offers in-depth educational materials and unique online tools that place consumers in control of the jewelry shopping process. The company has some of the highest quality standards in the industry and offers thousands of independently certified diamonds and fine jewelry. Blue Nile can be found online at www.bluenile.com, www.bluenile.ca and www.bluenile.co.uk. This spectacular diamond ring features an exquisite two carat, Blue Nile Signature diamond set in an elegant six-prong platinum setting. The Blue Nile Signature Diamond Collection was created for those who want the finest diamond cut available and consists of diamonds that are the top 1% of all diamonds in the world, hand selected and cut to Blue Nile’s most exacting standards. The cut of a diamond, which has the greatest effect on brilliance, is considered its most important characteristic. This beautiful diamond ring is accompanied by an independent grading report from the American Gem Society, as well as an additional certification from the Gem Certification & Assurance Lab which reflects the exceptional amount of brilliance emitted from the diamond.
Donor: Blue Nile |
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| Solstice Private Residence Seven Night Stay |
 Enjoy a seven night stay at one of several locations around the world at the Solstice Collection - Private Residence's. Solstice is focused on assembling a private collection of artisanal homes in the most coveted travel destinations in the world.The homes in the Solstice Private Residence collection are each uniquely designed, beautifully situated and luxuriously appointed. At the St. Barth's location you will enjoy spectacular ocean views, lush gardens and a secluded pool with glass wall. In Paris you will stay on the Il Saint-Louis just steps away from the world's best shopping finest cuisine and art galleries. At the Florence residence you will be situated on the Old City Piazza Della Signoria. Value: $14,000 Donor: Friend of JDRF |
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| Dale Chihuly - Persian Set |
 Dale Chihuly revolutionized the Studio Glass movement and turned the world's eyes toward Seattle as a mecca of glass art. His work can be seen in major museums, galleries and private collection around the world.The Persian series grew from Chihuly's search for new forms. This piece is a striking example of Chihuly's exploration of new and innovative forms. The varied components are combined to create a dynamic composition.
Special Thanks: Leslie & Dale Chihuly |
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| Walla Walla Wine Lovers’ Weekend for Six by Private Plane |
 Fly away for a fabulous Walla Walla wine weekend with a quick round-trip flight for six aboard Fowler family's fully-equipped King Air 90 twin engine turbo prop. Once you land, Jim Rose and Melvyn and Rosalind Poll will be your personal concierges for the weekend, seamlessly scheduling your exclusive lineup of winery tours, exciting dining experiences and two-night stay at the Marcus Whitman Hotel. Upon your arrival on Friday, you will head to Forgeron Cellars for a hands-on wine blending party with winemaker Marie-Eve Gilla. Marie-Eve will demonstrate how blending a number of varieties and vintages can change a wine’s aroma and flavor. On the way to dinner, stop off at Woodward Canyon Winery for a private tasting. Dinner is served at scenic Long Shadows Vintners riverside property with pairings from their collection of ultra-premium wines created by internationally acclaimed winemakers. On Saturday, your outing begins with a delightful lunch at Dunham Cellars. Dunham has established an award-winning reputation of their wines using grapes from some of the finest vineyards in Walla Walla, Yakima and Columbia Valleys. After lunch, join your hosts for a tasting tour of some of their favorite wineries. Saturday evening, Norm McKibben invites your group to join him for a special winemaker’s dinner at the Pepper Bridge tasting room. A truly unforgettable weekend! Value: $16,000 Special Thanks: Dunham Cellars, Forgeron Cellars, Fowler Family, Long Shadows Vintners, Marcus Whitman Hotel, Pepper Bridge Winery, Melvyn and Rosalind Poll, Jim Rose, Woodward Canyon Winery |
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| Calgary Stampede & Lake Louise — July 12–16, 2010 |
 You’ve got a ticket to ride at the world’s largest outdoor rodeo! Fly First Class to Calgary, Alberta and join the world famous Calgary Stampede on Tuesday, July 13th. Billed as rodeo’s richest, roughest ride, you and your guest will be thrilled by steer wrestling, bull riding, bareback riding and tie-down roping. While in Calgary for your July 12–14, 2010 stay, the beautiful Fairmont Palliser will be your homeaway-from-home. After the excitement of the greatest outdoor show on earth, hop in your rental car and head to beautiful Lake Louise located in the heart of Banff National Park. The 100 mile scenic journey boasts some of the most amazing, pristine vistas. Enjoy your stay, July 14–16, 2010, at the historic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Many summer outdoor activities await, including hiking, canoeing, fishing, rafting and more!
Donor: Alaska Airlines, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Palliser, Laura Pierce and Stephen Zaruby |
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| Glass Blowing Experience for 20 with Artist, Martin Blank |
 Martin Blank is one of America’s premier figurative sculptors with a style quintessentially his own. From the musculature of a male torso, to the sensual curve of a scarlet abstract element, to the placid elegance of glass trees, he creates on a massive scale. He challenges the material, creating a bold new vocabulary for fine art sculpture. His work has been featured in numerous museums including the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Millennium Museum in Beijing. This is a unique opportunity to gather together 20 of your friends for an unforgettable evening with renowned glass sculptor Martin Blank in his hot shop. If you’ve seen glass before — you’ve never seen it like this! Martin and his expert team will demonstrate the amazing and unpredictable qualities of glass. You and your friends will enjoy fantastic wine courtesy of Three Rivers Winery and scrumptious hors d’oeuvres prepared by Brooke Benaroya while you experience first-hand the art of glass blowing. And as a bonus, the winning bidder will receive tonight a $5,000 gift certificate to use to purchase or apply toward a purchase of a stunning Martin Blank work of art! Value: Priceless Special Thanks: Brooke Benaroya, Martin Blank Studio, Three Rivers Winery, Friend of JDRF |
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| Louisville and the Kentucky Derby for Two |
 A trip to Churchill Downs during Derby weekend can be an unforgettable experience. Here’s a chance for you and a companion to attend America’s original, extravagant springtime sports party. While a horse race is at the heart of the spectacle, there are many intriguing aspects and traditions associated with the Derby Experience. From the potent mint juleps to the lavish hats, you won’t want to miss a minute of it. Enjoy it all leading up to the “Greatest Two Minutes in Sports.” But of course the highlight is the two great tickets you will receive for the famous “Run for the Roses,” the Kentucky Derby, on Saturday, May 1, 2010. You’ll also be treated to two tickets for the Kentucky Oaks race which takes place the day before. The two of you will travel first-class on Alaska Airlines for a four-day, threenight stay at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Louisville. Your hotel is connected to the popular 4th Street Live! entertainment and dining complex and is close to Churchill Downs, the Louisville Slugger Museum and much more. The city will be hopping with over 70 popular Derby Festival events.
Special Thanks: Emerald Downs, Friend of JDRF |
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| Traditional Guild Dinner for 16 |
 The JDRF Seattle Guild dinner has been a tradition for twenty years. Your party of 16 is invited to the beautiful lakeside, Bellevue home of Sherry and Larry Benaroya for a full evening of culinary pampering by Chef Mauro Golmarvi of Assaggio Ristorante. Chef Golmarvi will create hors d'oeuvres and a five-course meal made from the freshest local ingredients in his own Italian style. During cocktails, Chef Mauro will treat you to a cooking demonstration. Once seated for dinner, you and your guests will enjoy five outstanding courses, each perfectly paired with exceptional wines. All the while, your hosts the Benaroyas, Alhadeffs, O'Keefes, and Polls will meet your every need. Sit back and enjoy a spectacular evening.
Special Thanks: Anelare, Doreen and Joseph Alhadeff, Assaggio Ristorante, Sherry and Larry Benaroya, Chef Mauro Golmarvi, Cathy and Tom O’Keefe, Rosalind and Melvyn Poll |
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| VIP New York Fashion Show — Narciso Rodriguez Fashion Show |
 Fall Fashion Week in New York! Those words alone set off a fashionista frenzy like no other. You and your guest will feel like royalty with two front row seats for the Narciso Rodriguez Fall Show at Lincoln Center, September 2010 (exact dates to be published July 2010). Following the show, you are invited to an exclusive backstage meet-and-greet with the designer! A graduate of the Parsons School of Design, award-winning designer Rodriguez knows how to design for a woman’s body creating pieces that are modern yet classic, feminine and elegant. Strongly influenced by architecture, Rodriguez worked for some of the industry’s finest designers, before launching his own line in 1997. He garnered international acclaim designing Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s iconic wedding dress. There is no question as to why he is beloved by Oprah, Sarah Jessica Parker, Michelle Obama and modern women everywhere. You and a friend will fly round-trip to New York City in First Class on Alaska Airlines and stay three nights at a luxury Manhattan hotel. Value: $5,000 Special Thanks: Alaska Airlines, Narciso Rodriguez, Sheraton Seattle Hotel |
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| New York City is Going to the Dogs — Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, February 14–15, 2011 |
 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is truly America’s Dog Show. Established in 1876, it has had a profound impact on the world of purebred dogs and is sold out each year. You and your guest enjoy two reserved tickets, which give you full access to the grooming and benching areas, to the 2011 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. The 135th Annual Show will take place February 14–15, 2011 at Madison Square Garden, New York. Westminster is America’s first and only “Champions Only” dog show spotlighting over 150 breeds. Fly First Class on Alaska Airlines to New York City and prepare to be wowed [or bow-wowed] by over 2,000 of the country’s best canines. While in New York you will stay at W Union Square for four nights and enjoy two VIP tickets to Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
Special Thanks: Alaska Airlines, Jimmy Fallon, Anthony Horton and Jeffrey Anderson, Sheraton Seattle Hotel |
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| Masins Fine Furnishings & Interior Design $5,000 Gift Certificate |
 From Old World beauty to contemporary design, Masins Fine Furnishings & Interior Design has offered a superior selection of high quality home furnishings for four generations. With your $5,000 Masins gift certificate, you can choose exceptional furnishings from some of the industry's finest manufacturers.
Special Thanks: Anne and David Masin, Ben Masin, Cindy and Bob Masin, Masins Fine Furnishings & Interior Design |
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| Wine Mini Live - 6:45 PM in the "Vine & Dine Room" |
 During the cocktail hour and silent auction the "Vine & Dine Room" located in the Willow Ballroom will feature a Mini Live Acution of a few exclusive items including:
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| Seattle Aerial Tour for One Hour on a Robinson Model 44 Helicopter |
 See the Greater Seattle area in a customized trip for two in a new Robinson Model 44 Helicopter. Choose your own flight path, up to one hour total flying time. Circle the space needle, wave to the Mariners fans, or your neighbors. Included are professional aerial photos of you and your home or business.Value: $1,500 Special Thanks: Executive Productions & Classic Helicopters |
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| Culinary Tugboat Cruise for 20 |
 Celebrate a Pacific Northwest summer evening in style on the waters of Elliott Bay at this spectacularly unique summer party. While enjoying an incredible harbor cruise aboard a 90' working tugboat, your party of 20 will feast on a wonderful Italian meal from Assaggio Ristorante. Your meal will be expertly paired with fine wines chosen by Ross Mickel of Ross Andrew Winery in Woodinville. A professional photographer from Team Photogenic will be on hand to capture your memorable evening. Expect a funfilled festive evening, certain to be one of the highlights of your summer.
Special Thanks: Assaggio Ristorante Catering, Harley Marine Services Inc., Ross Andrew Winery, Team Photogenic |
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| Viking Wine Cellar with Fabulous Mixed Case |
 This 24-inch Viking wine cellar will hold 54 bottles, allowing for perfect temperature adjustments from 43–60 degrees Fahrenheit. Faced with ultraviolet resistant tempered glass and maple accents, it provides for the perfect cellaring of your bottles. You can enjoy perfect wine anywhere in your home by using the available kit to transform your cellar into a freestanding unit. To top it off the cellar has been stocked with 12 bottles of outstanding wine, valued at $2,500, including 2 bottles of each of the following: 2006 Quilceda Creek Palengat Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Robert Parker: 95 points • Wine Spectator: 93 points 2006 DeLille Cellars Doyenne Syrah "It’s complex, tight and tannic, with a wonderful array of flavor components just beginning to knit together." – Wine Enthusiast 2003 Barons V Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley Barons V released their first vintage in 2001 and all vintages from 2001 to 2004 are fantastic. 2005 Harlan Estate Proprietary Red Wine, Napa Valley Robert Parker: 97 points • Stephen Tanzer: 97 points • Wine Spectator: 94 points 2006 DeLille Cellars Chaleur Estate Red Blend Steven Tanzer: 94 points "The Chaleur Estate reds have been taken to a new level over the past few vintages." – Steve Tanzer 2006 The Napa Valley Reserve Red Wine The Napa Valley Reserve is the most prestigious wine club in America. Value: $5,200 Special Thanks: Gateway Appliance Distributing, Jan and Jim Sinegal |
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| Traditional Spanish Dinner for Eight |
| Experience the mouth-watering tastes of traditional Spanish cooking at the Mercer Island home of Louie and Karen DeArias. Start with sangria and tapas; followed by gazpacho soup, shrimp stuffed avocado salad, basil and lime sorbet, and traditional Spanish paella. Finish with assorted Spanish cheeses followed by blueberry bread pudding. All courses accompanied by amazing Spanish wines. Louie and Karen have traveled extensively throughout Spain (where Louie's grandfather was born) and he has mastered many of the dishes they have savored over the years. Sure to be an evening to remember! Value: $2,000 Special Thanks: Louis & Karen DeArias |
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| A Year of Lattes from Tully's Coffee |
 A Latte a day for one year from Tully’s! Enjoy a year's worth of your daily double tall non-fat latte at your neighborhood Tully's Coffee! Value: $1,500 Special Thanks: Tully's Coffee and Tom and Cathy O'Keefe |
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| Monsoon East Cooking Class and Dinner for Eight at Ross Andrew Winery |
| Come enjoy the new tasting rooms of Ross Andrew Winery and Mark Ryan Winery while Eric Bahn teaches you the secrets to creating the incredible Vietnamese cuisine that his Monsoon restaurants have become known for over the past 10 years. After learning how to cook these incredible dishes you will sit down to a lovely dinner and wine from Mark Ryan Winery and Ross Andrew Winery. Included in this lot is a one-of-a-kind 9.0L etched bottle which is a blend of Syrah from the two wineries. The winning bidder will also take home Two chefs' jackets embroidered with the logos of the three donors. Value: $1,500 Special Thanks: Ross Andrew Winery, Mark Ryan Winery and Eric and Sophie of Monsoon Restaurant |
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| 1996 – 2005 Leonetti Cabernet Sauvignon Vertical |
 This Leonetti Cabernet Sauvignon Vertical includes one bottle each for the years 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005. This is a rare vertical from one of Washington's premier wineries. A true collector's item!Value: $1,250 Special Thanks: Beth and Tom Luthy |
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| 1998 - 2007 Betz Family Winery Pere de Famille Vertical |
 Betz Family Winery has a single goal of crafting compelling wines with individual character, wines that reflect the vineyards the grapes come from and their dedication to them. This Pere de Famille Vertical includes one bottle each for years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007. Value: $1,030 Special Thanks: Jerome R. Cohen and The Betz Family Winery |
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| Fontaine Heart Prong Ring with Canary Crystal |
 Stately and elegant, with a style all its own, this exquisite ring is sure to become your signature piece. Judith Ripka presents a look that blends old world sophistication and craftsmanship with the cool modern lines of the new world. The result is a sleek piece with the look and feel of pure luxury. Value: $700 Special Thanks: The Helping Hand – A Division of Judith Ripka Jewelry |
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| Butch Blum Gift Certificate and Closet Clean |
 A stylist from Butch Blum will come to your home and give your closet a makeover. For four hours, they will help you classify what you have, determine pieces to resell or donate, and mix and match some new outfits by shopping your own closet. Use the $250 gift certificate to fill in the missing pieces.Value: $600 Special Thanks: Butch Blum |
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| Col Di Sasso Cabernet Sauvignon - 5 Liter |
 Col di Sasso, Italian for "Stony Hill", is a cuvee of Tuscan and International grape varieties that are cultivated on the most rocky and impervious slopes of south Tuscany. This wine has nuances of red berry, cherry and violet which are complimented by a full body and soft, elegant tannins. Col di Sasso is a youthful red to be enjoyed with grilled or roasted meats, poultry, or as an ideal accompaniment to pasta! Salud! Value: $600 Special Thanks: Rosalind B. and Melvyn Poll |
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| "Story of the Year" Autographed Guitar |
 This squier Fender Stratocaster guitar is black metallic with a maple Flatboard. This piece of musical memorabilia is autographed by the band Story of the Year. Story of the Year is an American post-hardcore band from St. Louis. This item is perfect for all you music fans! Value: $300 Special Thanks: Barbara and Jon Zweig |
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| Sugar Ray Leonard Signed Boxing Gloves |
 Own your own piece of history with a pair of boxing gloves signed by Sugar Ray Leonard. Leonard was named Fighter of the Decade in the 1980s - he won an unprecedented five world titles in five weight classes and competed in some of the era's most memorable contests. Value: Priceless Special Thanks: Friend of JDRF |
