2008 Gala Dinner Dance and Auction
Saturday, April 5, 2008, 7PM to midnight
2008 Gala Auction Preview
The Allentown Art Museum’s annual Gala Dinner Dance and Auction is always a fabulous party boasting a silent auction laden with great opportunities. All auction items will be on view at the Museum and pre-bids will be accepted March 17–April 5. There is no admission fee for viewing auction items, and they will be available during regular Museum hours. High bidders not attending the gala will be notified the following week.
Travel Near and Far
1. A PENTHOUSE SUITE IN MANHATTAN AND CONAN TIX
Play hooky and plan a memorable weekday in New York City, spending the night in a penthouse suite at The Manhattan Club. Included is a VIP voucher for 2 to attend a taping of Late Night with Conan O’Brien. Suite available July 20, 2008, through July 24, 2009, any night but Saturday.
Donors: Jill and Howard Stevens and NBC Universal
Value: $700+
2. CURATOR-GUIDED TOUR OF TURNER EXHIBITION AT THE MET
Spend a day in NYC with Dr. Lee Vedder, the Museum’s director of collections and exhibitions, exploring the landmark exhibition J.M.W. Turner at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Known for his technical brilliance and startling use of light and color, Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775-1851) was the leading British artist of his era. Over the course of six decades, he transformed the genre of landscape through works that proclaimed him heir to the old masters even while they heralded a new and visionary direction in painting. This private guided tour of the most comprehensive survey of Turner’s work ever presented in the United States also includes transportation to and from New York, lunch at the Met’s Petrie Court Café and Wine Bar, and all admission fees. Available weekdays, July 1-September 21, 2008.
Donor: Lee Vedder
Value: $1,000
3. WINNER’S CHOICE OF PHILADELPHIA TREASURES WITH JACQUIE
Dr. Jacqueline M. Atkins, the Museum’s Kate Fowler Merle-Smith Curator of Textiles, will lead a special outing for 4 people. Choose from one of three itineraries:
(1) The Philadelphia Museum of Art’s textile galleries and the Fabric Workshop and Museum for a look at exciting textiles both old and new (before April 23, a visit to Fiber Biennial 2008 at Snyderman-Works Gallery will replace the Fabric Workshop),
(2) Fashioning Kimono: Art Deco and Modernism in Japan and Asian galleries at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and, if weather and time allow, Shofuso, a Japanese-style house and garden in Fairmont Park, or
(3) The newest and best work in wood, glass and fiber at the 32nd annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show (Nov. 13 – 16, 2008).
Trip includes lunch and all admission fees for up to 4 guests, but not transportation.
Donor: Jacquie Atkins
Value: $1,000
4. A DAY WITH GREG
Spend an art-filled day in New York City with the Museum’s Priscilla Payne Hurd Executive Director, Greg Perry. The day includes your choice of visits to a museum, an art dealer and/or an artist’s studio, and Greg’s expert guidance. Transportation, lunch, and all admission fees will be covered for up to 4 art lovers.
Donor: Greg Perry, Allentown Art Museum
Value: $1,500
5. A WEEK IN THE HEART OF CHIANTI COUNTRY
A 1000-year old villa, S. Andrea A. Cellole, awaits 2 people for a weeklong stay in the legendary hills of Tuscany. The villa has been renovated into 4 charming cottages complete with modern amenities. Your cottage is available in April, May or October 2008. Arrangements for additional guests may be negotiated with the owner. You need only visit your favorite travel agent to secure airfare, which is not included.
Donor: Joan M. Moran
Value: $1,500
6. NORTH CAROLINA GETAWAY
Spend a week at an amazing property on a time-forgotten island. The New England-style home on Bald Head Island sleeps 8-10 people with magnificent views from every room. This residence is a few minutes from the island grocery store, 5 minutes from the beach, and 10 minutes from the golf and beach clubs.
Donor: Ted and Suzanne Lyons
Value: $3,800
7. VACATION HOME IN EXCLUSIVE SEA PINES, HILTON HEAD, SC
Relish the luxury and beauty of Sea Pines on the beautiful island of Hilton Head–a golfer’s paradise. The house is available for one week (Saturday–Saturday) during the prime golf season from Sept. 2008 through March 2009 (not all weeks available and pool/spa heating will be at your expense). The 5-bedroom/5-bath home sleeps 10-12. Take advantage of the best golfing on the east coast at one of Hilton Head’s two dozen golf courses, bike to the beach or Harbor Town, enjoy the many restaurants and boutiques, visit historic sites in nearby Savannah or Charleston, or just relax by the pool.
Donor: Barbara and Steven Diamond
Value: $3,000
8. SUMMER IN THE COLORADO MOUNTAINS
Enjoy a week in Beaver Creek, CO (July 26-August 2, 2008) at a fully-equipped luxury condo that sleeps 8, with 3 bedrooms/3 baths, flat-screened TVs and a pool on the grounds. Tickets to BRAVO! Vail Valley Music Festival included.
Donor: Bob and Susan Gadomski
Value: $2,000
9. A LONG WEEKEND IN OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND
The Capri Condominium, located at 110th Street on the ocean, is a 2-bedroom/2-bath unit with full amenities, including a large indoor pool, game room, basketball court, tennis courts, sauna and exercise room, and a large sundeck overlooking the ocean. Available October 1, 2008-May 15, 2009.
Donor: Kay Nederostek, Prudential Patt White Real Estate
Value: $500
10. ONE-NIGHT GETAWAY TO HISTORIC BERKS COUNTY
First have dinner at the more-than-200-year-old Landis Store Hotel, where chef Marilyn Flannery and her staff assemble a dynamic menu of culinary delicacies served with the hospitality of a country inn. Then enjoy a relaxing night’s stay at Landhaven, a renovated general store in Huff’s Church. Stay in one of 5 comfy rooms, each with a spa bathroom and excellent bed. In the morning, you’ll be the next to rave about proprietor Donna Wood’s highly acclaimed breakfast! Room available for one night, adults only, through February 28, 2009.
Donors: Landis Store Hotel and Landhaven
Value: $250 ($100 dinner, $150 room)
11. QUIET WEEK IN AVALON, NJ
This 3-bedroom house overlooks the bay, just three blocks from the beach. Available one week, September 15-November 30, 2008.
Donor: Carol Boreis
Value: $700
12. WEEKEND AT SKYTOP
Stay for a long weekend at this 4-bedroom home on the 15th green of Skytop Golf Course (includes use of Skytop facilities). This mountain retreat is subject to availability, now through August 1, 2008.
Donors: Debby and Darbin Skeans, Mary Beth and David Weinstein
Value: $2,500
13. MARRIOT GRANDE VISTA VACATION CLUB RESORT, ORLANDO, FL
Get away from it all October 11-18, 2008, at a 2-bedroom fully-equipped villa with whirlpool tub close to Disney, Sea World and Universal Studios. Resort amenities include the Faldo Golf Institute, 5 heated pools (including a lap pool), a children’s pool and family interactive water play area, a fitness center and restaurant.
Donor: Dick and Penny Spugnardi
Value: $1,724
Art and Artful Items
All artworks are donated by the artist unless otherwise indicated.
14. Val Bertoia
B-1529 Sound Sculpture Prototype and Signed Copy of The World of Bertoia.
Donors: Bertoia Studio and Val Bertoia.
Value: $18,160 ($18,000 sculpture, $160 book)
15. Thomas Burke
View to Hunting Fields. Oil.
Value: $350
16. Sandra Corpora
Locust Valley, fall. Oil on panel.
Value: $500
17. Faith Ringgold
Papa Can Blow. Limited edition seriograph.
Donors: EPI and Faith Ringgold, and Boulevard Frame and Art
Value: $4,200 ($4,000 art, $200 frame)
18. Curlee Raven Holton
Legacy. Mixed media seriograph.
Donors: EPI-Curlee Raven Holton, and Boulevard Frame and Art
Value: $1,700 ($1,500 art, $200 frame)
19. Favio
Café. Oil on canvas, period frame.
Donor: Fine Art Portfolio
Value: $295
20. Bill Gothard
Untitled landscape, c. 2004. Oil on masonite.
Donors: Christine I. Oaklander, Ph. D. and Boulevard Frame and Art
Value: $600 ($400 painting, $200 framing)
21. Gini Illick
Cyclad on Teal Background. Oil.
Value: $2,000
22. Ben Fortunado Marcuné
Plein air painting of Bogert’s Bridge on a crystal-clear day. Oil.
Value: $1,110
23. Marcos Mario
Religious oil painting and History of the Tango music CD.
Value: $480
24. Debora Muhl
Untitled #1256. -Sweet grass, rayon ribbon, waxed Irish linen.
Value: $500
25. John Opie
Professor Longhair and the Mudbug Boogie. Mixed media.
Value: $300
26. Ann Elizabeth Schlegel
Painting Each Day painting. Oil on canvas.
Value: $100
27. Joseph Skrapits
Still Life with Flowers. Oil.
Value: $400
28. Deborah Slahta
Frosty. Raku-fired covered jar.
Value: $400
29. Tiffany Studios, Louis C. Tiffany
Bronze doré tazza, c. 1910-25.
Donor: Christine I. Oaklander, Ph.D.
Value: $300
30. Bebe Traylor
Spring Woodland. Oil.
Value: $600
31. Dana Van Horn
Round Barn. Watercolor.
Value: $750
32. Ray Charles White
Malden Bridge (Blue). Silkscreened photographic print on anodized aluminum.
Donors: Durham Press and Ray Charles White
Value: $1,500
33. Debbie Heeps
Hot Ziggity. Quilt.
Value: $600
34. Jacqueline Lewis
Arts Park. Computer-enhanced digital photograph.
Value: $250
35. John Altobelli, M.D.
Ostrya. Acrylic on board.
Value: $550
36. Renzo Faggioli
Pear. Ceramic.
Value: $500
37. Matted watercolor portrait of your home and framing
Donors: William J. Sclight and Hang-Ups
Value: $450 ($400 portrait, $50 framing)
38. AUTOGRAPHED PHOTOGRAPHY BOOK
Jessica Todd Harper will personalize two copies of her new hardcover publication of photographs, Jessica Todd Harper: Interior Exposure, one copy of which will go to each of the top two bidders. Harper was a winner at the Sante Fe Center for Photography’s Project Competition and is included in Photo District News’ prestigious list of “50 Emerging Photographers to Watch.”
Donor: Jessica Todd Harper
Value: $90 each
39. TWO-HOUR ART CONSULTATION
Art consultant Christine Oaklander offers a 2-hour discreet, private consultation in your home or office. Discuss harmonious display of art, conservation needs, or valuation and identification of artworks. Her expertise is in American painting and sculpture up to 1930, and she has good knowledge of antique ceramics, glass and silver.
Donor: Christine I. Oaklander, Ph.D.
Value: $250
93. Rafael Cañizares
Virile Bottle, coil-built stoneware
Value: $150
94. Rafael Cañizares
We ARE vessels!, layer-built stoneware
Value: $225
Accessories
40. NATURAL RANCH MINK JACKET
Striking but easy elegance in style describes this versatile, reversible ¾-length jacket. Lush mink reverses to sleek leather for a fashion “must have!” You choose the size.
Donor: Pollack Furs and Leathers
Value: $12,000
41. LUCITE, GOLD AND CITRINE FLOWER BROOCH
This “Fleur” brooch from Alexis Biltar will brighten your favorite outfit.
Donor: BoutiqueToGo
Value: $500
42. BLACK FOX PURSE
Both fashionable and practical, this bag has black leather handles and is very spacious, with a zippered compartment and a spot for your cell phone!
Donor: George’s Furs
Value: $350
43. MINK AND FOX HANDBAG
Chocolate brown mink with fox trim makes this bag a chic accessory for a foxy lady.
Donor: Michael and Dorothea Ervin
Value: $500
44. SMALL EVENING BAG
This hand-decorated black bag sports hand-sewn Czech beads, bugle beads, jet and crystals for an elegant fashion statement.
Donor: Anonymous
Value: $100
45. STUNNING BLACK METALLIC FLORAL WRAP
Worth Collection’s embroidered floral design reverses to a black velvet field. Made in Italy, this oblong wrap will add elegance and pizzazz to any evening ensemble. A $100 gift certificate is an added touch that lets you personalize your purchase.
Donors: Renee Vostinak and The Worth Collection
Value: $458
46. NATURE’S PALETTE PENDANT
From an organic free-form shaped Fire Agate cascades a rainbow of color. This one-of-a-kind pendant, designed by Carl Barndt and Heather Rodale and hand-crafted by Carl, includes blue zircon, peridot, yellow sapphire, rhodalite garnet, amethyst, opal and diamonds bezel set in 14k gold on a 16" chain.
Donor: Heather Rodale
Value: $2,750
47. STERLING SILVER PENDANT AND EARRINGS WITH GEMSTONES
With gems symbolizing passion, good fortune, and balance in life…this is the jewelry to wear! A spectacular 5 ct. dark blue oval druzy cabochon and a 7 mm faceted Cassiopeia topaz are bezel set in a handcrafted silver pendant with an 18-inch chain. Each swirling silver earring catches your eye with a 5 mm Cassiopeia topaz and a moonstone cabochon.
Donor: Terri Bartholomew
Value: $220
48. ANGELIQUE DE PARIS NECKLACE AND RING
This lovely set includes a purple silk and sterling silver necklace paired with a hand-enameled feline ring with sterling silver and charorite stone and white topaz pave.
Donor: Angelique Knafo-Angelique de Paris, Inc.
Value: $690
49. CHANEL SUNGLASSES
Always remember…”dress from the neck up!” Treat yourself to an exquisite pair of sunglasses from Blink Optical Boutique in the West End Theatre District.
Donor: Blink Optical Boutique, LLC
Value: $450
50. THE GIFT OF JEWELRY
After browsing the cases it will be hard to decide how to spend your generous allowance. Do you want a David Yurman signature bracelet or Batu Kawond chandelier earrings? Maybe you’ll want to design a bracelet of trollbeads…it’s up to you!
Donor: Bixler’s Jewelers
Value: $200
51. MEN’S LEATHER JACKET
Stylish and practical, this ¾-length leather jacket with zip-out lining can be yours in brown or black, and in your exact size!
Donor: Pollack Furs and Leathers
Value: $600
96. MINK SHAWL
This woven beauty is one-size-fits-all and oh-so-verstile.
Donor: Pollack Furs and Leathers
Value: $500
For Your Home
52. HARRY BERTOIA DIAMOND CHAIR
This small Diamond chair in chrome with a seat cushion was designed in 1952 as part of Knoll’s Bertoia Collection. Harry Bertoia was Designer of the Year in 1955 and received a Certificate of Merit from the American Institute of Architects for his beautifully designed sculptural furniture.
Donor: Knoll Studio, Knoll Inc.
Value: $1,349
52. HANDCRAFTED WOODEN BOWL
Bill Heydt has created a beautifully handcrafted, functional and decorative bowl to adorn your interior. Segments were joined and lathe-turned to form this wonderful work of art.
Donor: Bill Heydt
Value: $150
54. A WREATH FOR EACH SEASON
A decorative wreath on your front door extends a warm welcome to guests. This lush spring wreath in lavender flowers and greens is the first of a series of seasonal decorations. Summer, fall and winter wreaths will change your door décor.
Donor: Phoebe’s Floral Shop
Value: $300
55. A YEAR OF FLORA
Do you enjoy receiving flowers or do you prefer sending them to someone else? Either way, this item is perfect for you. Receive a $75 custom floral design each month, from May 2008 to April 2009, for delivery to the Lehigh Valley area. Designs will include beautiful fresh flowers and colorful blooming plants. Donor will suggest a year of unique designs, all of which can be customized by you!
Donor: Ross Plants & Flowers
Value: $1,000
56. VERA WANG BOWL
This stunning iridescent bowl in shades of sky blue and teal is lacquer-finished for a high polish and gracefully block-mounted for easy display.
Donor: Christopher Gabellini Interior Design
Value: $150
57. A PAIR OF RUGS
Who can’t use a spare throw rug around the house? Now you’ll have two! These braided rugs by Colonial Mills are 2 feet by 3 feet, suitable for indoor or outdoor use, and come in deep russet and cedar rose hues.
Donor: Crest Wholesale Carpet & Flooring
Value: $230
95. AMETHYST CRYSTAL VOTIVE HOLDERS
You won’t be able to pass on this chic and glamorous pair of table ornaments in rich amethyst crystal.
Donor: Liz O’Brien
Value: $550
99. FABERGE-TYPE DECORATED EGG
This large, white Rhea shell is trimmed with emerald and crystal stones.Open it, and remove a special surprise: a miniature of a Museum favorite—Game Stall at Market from the Kress Collection—complete with its own easel!The egg rests on a Korean base.
Donor: Doris Jones
Value: $350
Fun Stuff for You or Your Business
65. SEE THE VALLEY FROM THE SKIES
Enjoy a one-hour ride for up to 3 people in a new Rolls Royce-powered jet helicopter. Donor Ted Rosenberger, an experienced commercial pilot, will take you on a ride featuring unprecedented views with photo and video opportunities. If you own a few acres of land, you can be picked up from and dropped off at your property; otherwise, the flight will depart from Queen City Airport in Allentown. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity you won’t want to pass up. No age restrictions.
Donor: Ted Rosenberger
Value: $2,000
66. ADVERTISE ON CABLE TV
Promote your business or services by advertising on any of the 40 cable channels in the Lehigh Valley. Some restrictions apply.
Donor: Viamedia
Value: $1,500 in airtime for new clients, $1,000 in airtime for existing clients
67. TREAT YOURSELF TO A FASHION MAKEOVER
Spend the day with best-selling author and former retail fashion director Ilene Wood. She’ll analyze your fashion style and help you update your wardrobe. Package includes an at-home wardrobe analysis followed by lunch (on Ilene) and a three-hour shopping trip to local stores. Shop alone or with one or two friends, but purchases are your responsibility.
Donor: Ilene Wood
Value: $600
68. TICKETS FOR 4 TO THE EAGLES
Catch an Eagles game at “The Linc.” Look for NcNabb to quarterback…or will it be Feely? Game to be determined, subject to published schedule.
Donor: Lehigh Cement Company
Value: $400
69. GOLF OUTING
Fore! That’s how many can enjoy a round of golf on one of Saucon Valley Country Club’s three luscious and well-tended courses—Grace Course, Old Course, or Weyhill. You choose! Valid May 1 through September 30, 2008.
Donor: Lehigh Cement Company
Value: $800
70. LANGUAGE LESSONS
Sample a new language or improve your skills with private language training. Enjoy 3 training sessions (1.5 hours each) and a 3-month e-Learning subscription for Spanish, French, German, Italian, or English. This certificate my also be used toward longer-term training programs or e-Learning subscriptions.
Donor: Global Arena
Value: $537
71. EDGE EVENT TICKETS
EdgeEvents are the name Zoellner Arts Center’s series of off-beat, startling events. You’ll receive 4 tickets to be used in the 2008-09 season. Choose from performances in theatre, dance, and music, and use all 4 tickets at 1 event, or select 2 tickets each to 2 events.
Donor: Zoellner Arts Center
Value: $100
72. SPA FOR YOUR CAR
Cool your jets. Relax your engines. Pamper…YOUR CAR! This “Day at the Spa for your Car” includes a Roy Lichtenstein-inspired BMW model car.…for you!
Donor: Daniels BMW
Value: $300
73. FAMILY FUN PACKAGE
A one year-family membership to the Da Vinci Science Center and a family fun pack for Lehigh Parkway Bowling promise several wonderful weekend afternoons of family fun. The Da Vinci membership covers benefits for 2 adults and 4 children; free admission to the Explorer Club or Inventor Club for child members; discount on summer camps, birthday parties, store purchases and programs; and invitations to special member events. The bowling packages covers 2 adults and 2 children with shoes, popcorn and soda included!
Donors: Da Vinci Science Center and Lehigh Parkway Bowling
Value: $120 ($75 science center, $45 bowling)
74. EXPERIENCE SHAKESPEARE
This certificate for two tickets for any 2008 season performance of the revered Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival allows you to choose from Dracula: The Journal of Jonathan Harker, Twelfth Night, King Lear, Cyrano de Bergerac, and, for the wee ones, The Jungle Book.
Donor: Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
Value: $86
75. YANKEES BASEBALL (AND IRONPIGS!)
Two pairs of tickets are available for a home game at Yankee Stadium, one pair going to each of the top two bidders. Date is TBD, but will be known by Gala night (check the auction table). As a bonus, the top bidder will also receive two tickets to see our hometown IronPigs in their inaugural season at Coca-Cola Park, any game (Monday-Thursday).
Donors: Tallman, Hudders & Sorrentino and Lehigh Valley IronPigs
Value: $518 ($500 per Yankees pair, $18 IronPigs)
76. FOR WINE ENTHUSIASTS
Enjoy a case of the Wall Street Journal’s #1 Chardonnay – Far Niente of California. This Napa Valley wine has earned a reputation as one of the finer Chardonnays produced anywhere in the world. Salut!
Donor: Dorothy and Dexter Baker
Value: $960
77. KIDDIE LIT 101
Two signature Barnes and Noble tote bags are filled with a great selection of kids’ art and science books, puzzles, sketch pads, pencils, and more. Perfect for children 5 and older.
Donor: Barnes and Noble Booksellers
Value: $125
78. ADULT AUTOMOBILE FANTASY…THE NEW AUDI A5
Drive in style! Enjoy an extended test drive (2 weeks!) of a new Audi A5. Dealer will match your top bid up to $2000 toward the purchase of any new car: Audi, Mercedes, or Porsche.
Donor: Knopf Automotive
Value: $2,500
79. THE PERFECT PRESENT FOR YOUR LITTLE RACE CAR DRIVER
What child wouldn’t love to tool around in this sporty Porsche pedal car, complete with horn, brake and engine sounds? Ages 3-6.
Donor: Knopf Automotive
Value: $295
80. PRIVATE TOUR OF MARTIN GUITAR MUSEUM, WITH LIMO
Celebrate 175 years of Martin Guitar history with a private tour of the museum for 8 adults from Chris Martin! Get inside knowledge of the artists who have chosen Martin Guitars, and see exquisitely crafted guitars from the last 170 years. An optional factory tour and limo transportation to and from the Museum must be arranged in advance.
Donors: Martin Guitar and anonymous
Value: $600 ($400 tour, $200 limo)
92. PLAY HOOKEY AND GO SKIING
Offered are two mid-week lift tickets valid during the 2008-2009 season.Enjoy 21 trails on over 86 acres of skiable terrain at Bear Creek Mountain Resort. This mountain offers something for every level of skier or rider, from an expanded beginner area complete with a carpet lift and triple chair, to Sasquatch, their most challenging black diamond trail with a 50% slope.
Donor: Bear Creek
Value:$80
97. MINK TEDDY BEAR
Donor: Pollack Furs and Leathers
Value: $250
98. SOTA SHOWHOUSE TICKETS
Two lush acres of mature plantings surround the 2008 SOTA Showhouse and Gardens.“Twin Acres,” the elegant home built in 1947 by Bethlehem Steel executive Paul Sellers and his wife, reflects the post war prosperity and stability of the Lehigh Valley. In 1955, “Twin Acres” became the home of Dr. Joseph and Ethel Bartos. They lived there for over 50 years and made many improvements to the home, including front bay windows, a columned front porch, third floor dormers and a swimming pool.
The next chapter for “Twin Acres” begins with its transformation into the 2008 SOTA Showhouse and Gardens. Dr. and Mrs. Bartos and the Society of the Arts invite 4 of you to stroll through the gardens and experience the charm of this elegant, post war executive home.
Donor: Society of the Arts (SOTA)
Value: $68
101. PRIVATE “ALLENTOWN REMEMBERED” WALKING TOUR AND COCKTAIL RECEPTION
Using their book, “Allentown Remembered,” as a guide, well-known writer Myra Outwater and Allentown historian and raconteur Robert Bungerz will conduct a walking tour for 10 people, pointing out the history of who’s was who on Hamilton Street in the 1920s. Each participant will receive an autographed copy of “Allentown Remembered,” and the outing will end at Pond House, Myra and Eric Outwater’s home, with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
Donors: Myra Outwater and Robert Bungerz
Value: $500
Musical Delights
81. POP GOES THE SYMPHONY
Tickets for 4 to see the “Classical Mystery Tour,” a tribute to the Beatles on Saturday, June 7, 2008, at 8 P.M….sounds like a great double date opportunity.
Donor: Allentown Symphony Association
Value: $160
82. BACH IN THE VALLEY
Four tickets get you in to see the Friday, May 8, 2008, “Highlights of the Festival” performance by the Bach Choir of Bethlehem.
Donor: Bach Choir of Bethlehem
Value: $80
83. JAZZ SERIES AT LAFAYETTE
Enjoy 2 subscriptions to the 2008/09 Jazz Masters Series at Lafayette College’s Williams Center.
Donor: Lafayette College Williams Center for the Arts
Value: $200
84. SUMMER OF BROADWAY IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY
Don’t pass up two season subscriptions to the 2008 Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre featuring Kiss Me Kate and Tommy.
Donor: Muhlenberg College
Value: $300
85. VIVALDI IN THE VALLEY
Enjoy a pair of subscriptions to the 2008 Summer Valley Vivaldi series.
Donor: Pennsylvania Sinfonia Orchestra
Value: $200
86. BOX SEATS FOR THE ORCHESTRA AND DINNER
Mozart hailed the organ as the “King of Instruments.” Philadelphia’s Kimmel Center, built for the Philadelphia Orchestra, houses the largest concert-hall organ in the United States. It weighs 32 tons, has 6,938 pipes–the largest is 2 feet square and 32 feet long and the smallest is the size of a drinking straw. Join hosts Terri and Jim on May 10, 2008, for dinner and a fabulous concert.
Donor: Terri and Jim Bartholomew
Value: $500
87. MUHLENBERG PIANO SERIES
Enjoy 2 subscriptions to this series, which will present the musical marvels of Joaquin Achucarro, one of the top Spanish pianist of his generation; Alessio Bax, a 30-year-old poetic and sensitive player with brilliant technique from Bari, Italy; Idil Biret, who has given major concerts throughout the world and made more than 70 recordings; and Hungarian-born Peter Frankl, a Yale faculty member and one of the world’s outstanding pianists.
Donor: Music Department-Muhlenberg College
Value: $164
100. ZOELLNER GALA PERFORMANCE WITH HAMLISCH AND GREY
Marvin Hamlisch and Joel Grey, two Broadway legends, perform “An Evening of Broadway Hits,” backed by a 23-piece orchestra.Your 2 seats are located in the desirable grand tier, and your tickets include a post-concert dessert reception in the lobby.
Donor: Lehigh University’s Zoellner Arts Center
Value: $300
Health & Beauty
88. ZOOM 2 TOOTH WHITENING
Enjoy the benefits of this laser tooth whitening procedure featured on ABC’s Extreme Makeover!
Donor: Michael E. Kun, DMD, F.I.A.D.F.E.
Value: $600
89. CUSTOM ARCH SUPPORT AND FITTING
These accommodative, specially-made insoles fit into your shoes and support each foot uniquely, made by certified pedorthists from state-of-the-art electronic scans. Supports typically last 2-3 years and can be used in a variety of footwear. These are particularly good for anyone wanting to improve running or walking shoe comfort, or for those who spend all day on foot.
Donor: Foot Solutions
Value: $279
90. A SILVER SPA PACKAGE
A royal treat… Spend a few hours sampling TC’s services–a European facial suited for individual skin types, a pampering manicure, and a relaxing whirlpool pedicure.
Donor: TC Salon and Spa
Value: $145
91. Get Fit for Summer
Take advantage of six sessions with a personal trainer to help you map out a fitness plan and get you on track for a fabulous summer.
Donor: Somakhan
Value: $300