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600

ArtPrize Experience

This package is for 2 guests to experience ArtPrize first hand with an overnight stay at the JW Marriott, as you'll be walking distance to 100's of works of art! Wine and Dine with a one-of-a-kind Chef's Dinner for 2 at Reserve Wine & Food, which is just blocks away from your hotel! You'll be treated to Chef Luke's gourmet seasonal fare and each course will be paired with wines hand selected from their sommelier. Enjoy ArtPrize 2020 at your leisure and take in the exhibits along with 2 tickets to the Grand Rapids Art Museum.
Two adult general admission tickets to Grand Rapids Art Museum.
This gift certificate is valid for 2 guests at Reserve: Food & Wine in Grand Rapids during Artprize 2020 (September 16 - October 4, 2020). Chef Luke's gourmet seasonal fare will be paired with wine. Gratuity is NOT included.
This night at the Marriott: Downtown Grand Rapids is to be used for the Artprize Experience (between September 16 - October 4, 2020). The winner must contact Andrew & Kristen Kowalski (989-948-1553) who are using their points to donate this night. They will make the reservation for you.

601

Speakeasy: Culinary and Music Experience

Chef Peterson will be creating small plates for 40 guests at the Speakeasy Culinary Event on February 15, 2020. Thunder Bay Theatre Lobby area will be your destination. Music will be provided by the Dion Stepanski Jazz Trio.

602

Farmhouse Luxury

Farmhouse Luxury in Napa Vineyards

The Setting Wine Tasting, Schramsberg Cave Tour & Tasting, Culinary Institute of America, Chauffeur, The Setting Inn 3-Night Stay for 2

This Experience Includes:

3-night stay at The Setting Inn for 2 at this beautiful property surrounded by vineyards
Private tasting of The Setting Wines
Schramsberg Winery Cave Tour and Tasting
Culinary Institute of America culinary experience
6 consecutive hours of chauffeured luxury sedan service
Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to San Francisco or Oakland, CA
Winspire booking & concierge service

Make yourself at home at this hidden gem nestled between two picturesque vineyards, located minutes from Yountville and downtown Napa.

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The Setting Inn
Enjoy a 3-night stay (Sunday – Thursday nights) for 2 people.Daily continental breakfast delivered to your room, featuring pastries from Thomas Keller’s Bouchon Bakery. The main building, a recently remodeled 1901 farmhouse, offers 5 spacious guest rooms. All rooms have one king or one queen bed, a private bathroom with L’Occitane amenities, a fireplace and stylish Restoration Hardware furnishings and linens and Nespresso coffee makers.

From the moment you arrive, the proprietors will make sure you feel at home, whether you want to relax in the Barn Lounge, enjoy the vineyard views while seated around one of the courtyard fire pits, or get assistance with planning winery visits and dining at some of the region’s award-winning restaurants. Blackout dates: Holidays and Harvest season (September and October). Guests 14 years and older welcome. The Setting Inn, formerly known as Napa Vineyard Inn, rebranded late Spring 2019.

Wine Tasting (at The Setting Inn)
Enjoy a private tasting of The Setting Wines, including their highly acclaimed Alexander Valley Cabernet which was awarded a 94 point rating by Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator and James Suckling.com. The Setting Wines is the vision of three friends who truly believe that great wine becomes an unforgettable experience when it is enjoyed in the perfect Setting. Exceptional custom blended wines – Napa Valley Cabernet and Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc, in addition to the Alexander Valley Cabernet - round out The Setting’s collection. The wines are sourced from grapes that come from some of the best vineyards in California, handpicked based on their location within each appellation.

Schramsberg Cave Tour and Tasting
Explore the vast history and unique cave system and end with a seated tasting of a variety of Schramsberg sparkling wines. Schramsberg’s Blanc de Blancs was used for President Nixon’s 1972 “Toast to Peace” with China’s Premier and their world-class handcrafted sparkling wines have been served at official State functions by every U.S. Presidential administration since.

Culinary Institute of America
One of the world’s premier wine and food destinations, the Napa Valley is a true celebration of the winemaker, the farmer, and the chef. It’s also where you’ll find two amazing culinary experiences just 20 miles apart—the CIA at Greystone in St. Helena and the CIA at Copia in Napa. Whether you want to explore the ABCs of wine and cheese pairings (or wine and chocolate!) at a “Pairing Principles” demonstration, learn how to use the best of your farmers’ market finds in a Farm to Table Chef’s class, sip seasonal cocktails from the garden in the Somm’s session or simply relax and dine at one of CIA’s award-winning onsite restaurants, there is something for everybody’s culinary appetite. Enjoy a $150 gift card to use toward classes, dining and retail.

Beau Wine Tours
You will receive six consecutive hours of chauffeured luxury sedan service, subject to availability; inclusive of all service fees, PUC insurance, fuel and driver’s base gratuity. Located in the heart of Wine Country, Beau is the premier wine tour service in Napa and Sonoma Counties. Beau’s drivers are experts on the wine country area and can make winery recommendations based on your particular taste and interest.

603

Singing Telegram Service

Ric Jasso & Justin Christensen-Cooper will provide the winner of this package with 3 public singing experiences for them to use throughout 2020.

604

Light to Dark: Beer Making Experience

Featuring...LIGHT to DARK: Beer Making Experience

Grab a group of your friends and head down to Mountain Town Brewing Co. in Mt. Pleasant for this one-of-a-kind activity!

This package includes:
- One-day collaborative beer making experience with the brewers of Mountain Town Brewing Co.
- Naming rights of the beer you brew
- Beer sampling and food during your beer making day
- Release Party at Latitudes Tavern once beer is complete and brought up to Alpena
- Custom logo and printed shirts for winning group done by Family Enterprise Embroidery Inc.

This item includes naming rights to a beer brewed with Mountain Town Brewing. The beer produced will be donated towards a release party at Latitudes Tavern.
Winner of the Beer Package can invite guests to a release party unveiling the Mountain Town beer collaboration.
Family Enterprise is creating and printing EIGHT one-of-a kind screen printed T-Shirts with the label of the beer from the Light to Dark package.

605

Wine Pull!

The first bidders to raise their paddles will receive one of the 100 bottles of wine carefully selected by our friends at Alpena Beverage!

Dan and Lori Maxwell are the donors for this package to benefit the Loft! This is a multi-sale package for $25 each.Guests may purchase any number of festively wrapped bottles. You never know whether the bottle you get will be $125 bottle of Stag's Leap or a $15.00 bottle of Chardonnay. Everyone who participates is a winner--taking home a nice bottle of wine and benefiting the Loft at the same time! Bidders will first have a chance to raise their paddle to purchase a case of wine. Cases of wine are a mix of red and white. After the cases are auctioned, if there are still bottles remaining, they will be auctioned individually.

This makes a great gift to take your next party... or something to open with Santa after all the gifts are wrapped!

100 bottles of wine for the wine tree.

800

Special Appeal - Raise a Paddle

Each year our fundraiser attendees raise their paddles and generously contribute to a special project for the year. The funds raised during this segment of the auction have helped to fund our culinary arts center, our hearing loop sound system, art walls, classroom shelving and equipment, seating and much more.

This year our appeal will benefit our children by providing scholarships for visual and visual art classes. We will again partner with The Boys & Girls Club and Community Mental Health Adult Education program to name a few.

	600	ArtPrize Experience This package is for 2 guests to experience ArtPrize first hand with an overnight stay at the JW Marriott, as you'll be walking distance to 100's of works of art! Wine and Dine with a one-of-a-kind Chef's Dinner for 2 at Reserve Wine & Food, which is just blocks away from your hotel! You'll be treated to Chef Luke's gourmet seasonal fare and each course will be paired with wines hand selected from their sommelier. Enjoy ArtPrize 2020 at your leisure and take in the exhibits along with 2 tickets to the Grand Rapids Art Museum. Two adult general admission tickets to Grand Rapids Art Museum. This gift certificate is valid for 2 guests at Reserve: Food & Wine in Grand Rapids during Artprize 2020 (September 16 - October 4, 2020). Chef Luke's gourmet seasonal fare will be paired with wine. Gratuity is NOT included. This night at the Marriott: Downtown Grand Rapids is to be used for the Artprize Experience (between September 16 - October 4, 2020). The winner must contact Andrew & Kristen Kowalski (989-948-1553) who are using their points to donate this night. They will make the reservation for you.
	601	Speakeasy: Culinary and Music Experience Chef Peterson will be creating small plates for 40 guests at the Speakeasy Culinary Event on February 15, 2020. Thunder Bay Theatre Lobby area will be your destination. Music will be provided by the Dion Stepanski Jazz Trio.
	602	Farmhouse Luxury Farmhouse Luxury in Napa Vineyards The Setting Wine Tasting, Schramsberg Cave Tour & Tasting, Culinary Institute of America, Chauffeur, The Setting Inn 3-Night Stay for 2 This Experience Includes: 3-night stay at The Setting Inn for 2 at this beautiful property surrounded by vineyards Private tasting of The Setting Wines Schramsberg Winery Cave Tour and Tasting Culinary Institute of America culinary experience 6 consecutive hours of chauffeured luxury sedan service Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to San Francisco or Oakland, CA Winspire booking & concierge service Make yourself at home at this hidden gem nestled between two picturesque vineyards, located minutes from Yountville and downtown Napa. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Setting Inn Enjoy a 3-night stay (Sunday – Thursday nights) for 2 people.Daily continental breakfast delivered to your room, featuring pastries from Thomas Keller’s Bouchon Bakery. The main building, a recently remodeled 1901 farmhouse, offers 5 spacious guest rooms. All rooms have one king or one queen bed, a private bathroom with L’Occitane amenities, a fireplace and stylish Restoration Hardware furnishings and linens and Nespresso coffee makers. From the moment you arrive, the proprietors will make sure you feel at home, whether you want to relax in the Barn Lounge, enjoy the vineyard views while seated around one of the courtyard fire pits, or get assistance with planning winery visits and dining at some of the region’s award-winning restaurants. Blackout dates: Holidays and Harvest season (September and October). Guests 14 years and older welcome. The Setting Inn, formerly known as Napa Vineyard Inn, rebranded late Spring 2019. Wine Tasting (at The Setting Inn) Enjoy a private tasting of The Setting Wines, including their highly acclaimed Alexander Valley Cabernet which was awarded a 94 point rating by Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator and James Suckling.com. The Setting Wines is the vision of three friends who truly believe that great wine becomes an unforgettable experience when it is enjoyed in the perfect Setting. Exceptional custom blended wines – Napa Valley Cabernet and Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc, in addition to the Alexander Valley Cabernet - round out The Setting’s collection. The wines are sourced from grapes that come from some of the best vineyards in California, handpicked based on their location within each appellation. Schramsberg Cave Tour and Tasting Explore the vast history and unique cave system and end with a seated tasting of a variety of Schramsberg sparkling wines. Schramsberg’s Blanc de Blancs was used for President Nixon’s 1972 “Toast to Peace” with China’s Premier and their world-class handcrafted sparkling wines have been served at official State functions by every U.S. Presidential administration since. Culinary Institute of America One of the world’s premier wine and food destinations, the Napa Valley is a true celebration of the winemaker, the farmer, and the chef. It’s also where you’ll find two amazing culinary experiences just 20 miles apart—the CIA at Greystone in St. Helena and the CIA at Copia in Napa. Whether you want to explore the ABCs of wine and cheese pairings (or wine and chocolate!) at a “Pairing Principles” demonstration, learn how to use the best of your farmers’ market finds in a Farm to Table Chef’s class, sip seasonal cocktails from the garden in the Somm’s session or simply relax and dine at one of CIA’s award-winning onsite restaurants, there is something for everybody’s culinary appetite. Enjoy a $150 gift card to use toward classes, dining and retail. Beau Wine Tours You will receive six consecutive hours of chauffeured luxury sedan service, subject to availability; inclusive of all service fees, PUC insurance, fuel and driver’s base gratuity. Located in the heart of Wine Country, Beau is the premier wine tour service in Napa and Sonoma Counties. Beau’s drivers are experts on the wine country area and can make winery recommendations based on your particular taste and interest.
	603	Singing Telegram Service Ric Jasso & Justin Christensen-Cooper will provide the winner of this package with 3 public singing experiences for them to use throughout 2020.
	604	Light to Dark: Beer Making Experience Featuring...LIGHT to DARK: Beer Making Experience Grab a group of your friends and head down to Mountain Town Brewing Co. in Mt. Pleasant for this one-of-a-kind activity! This package includes: - One-day collaborative beer making experience with the brewers of Mountain Town Brewing Co. - Naming rights of the beer you brew - Beer sampling and food during your beer making day - Release Party at Latitudes Tavern once beer is complete and brought up to Alpena - Custom logo and printed shirts for winning group done by Family Enterprise Embroidery Inc. This item includes naming rights to a beer brewed with Mountain Town Brewing. The beer produced will be donated towards a release party at Latitudes Tavern. Winner of the Beer Package can invite guests to a release party unveiling the Mountain Town beer collaboration. Family Enterprise is creating and printing EIGHT one-of-a kind screen printed T-Shirts with the label of the beer from the Light to Dark package.
	605	Wine Pull! The first bidders to raise their paddles will receive one of the 100 bottles of wine carefully selected by our friends at Alpena Beverage! Dan and Lori Maxwell are the donors for this package to benefit the Loft! This is a multi-sale package for $25 each.Guests may purchase any number of festively wrapped bottles. You never know whether the bottle you get will be $125 bottle of Stag's Leap or a $15.00 bottle of Chardonnay. Everyone who participates is a winner--taking home a nice bottle of wine and benefiting the Loft at the same time! Bidders will first have a chance to raise their paddle to purchase a case of wine. Cases of wine are a mix of red and white. After the cases are auctioned, if there are still bottles remaining, they will be auctioned individually. This makes a great gift to take your next party... or something to open with Santa after all the gifts are wrapped! 100 bottles of wine for the wine tree.
	800	Special Appeal - Raise a Paddle Each year our fundraiser attendees raise their paddles and generously contribute to a special project for the year. The funds raised during this segment of the auction have helped to fund our culinary arts center, our hearing loop sound system, art walls, classroom shelving and equipment, seating and much more. This year our appeal will benefit our children by providing scholarships for visual and visual art classes. We will again partner with The Boys & Girls Club and Community Mental Health Adult Education program to name a few.

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