An Enchanted Evening on the Emerald Isle

Austin Bar Foundation Gala, Jan. 24, 2009

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Prime Dinner for Six at Perry's Steakhouse & Grille

Start off by enjoying a beautiful bottle of Perry's Cabernet Sauvignon in Riedel crystal stemware to celebrate this special occasion. Perry's award-winning Steakhouse & Grille is a premier dining venue that offers an exceptional menu, live jazz every night, climate-controlled wine vaults and exclusive wine lists, as well as tableside chateaubriand, Perry's signature pork chop, and flaming desserts. You will be whisked away in VIP treatment with five friends to an evening that is sure to be remembered. And to bring home the experience, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille has added a beautiful set of custom steak knives and set of Riedel Stemware.

Donated: Perry's Steakhouse & Grille in Downtown Austin Norwood Tower

Value $1,030

One Week at the Perfect Italian Hideaway in Stunning Casperia, Italy.

Step back in time to the picturesque medieval hilltop village of Casperia, a lovely Italian town located one hour north of Rome. In addition to allowing quick day trips to Rome, Casperia affords easy access to Umbria (Orvieto, Spoleto, Todi, Assisi), Southern Tuscany (Siena, Pienza, Montalcino), vineyards, olive groves, and fabulous cuisine. "Il Sogno"  [http://www.rentcasperia.com/] is a meticulously restored and beautifully furnished two-bedroom apartment in the heart of Casperia. Complete with a well-appointed kitchen, 1½ baths, 2 bedrooms with queen-sized beds, a fireplace and views of the Sabina Mountains. The perfect Italian hide-away: luxury and practicality, ambiance and comfort, history and convenience.

Week must be used before the end of April, 2010.
No children under 10. No Smoking.

Donated by Meg & Chris Phillips

Value: $1,400

Halloween Cocktail Party at Sharp's Spooky Shack

Let Lance and Laura Sharp turn their house into the "Scariest Haunted House in Town" for your 2009 Halloween Party. Host a cocktail party (costumes optional) for 50, catered by Emily's Catering. No party would be complete without a deadly Vodka Martini Bar, complements of Tito's Vodka. You and your guests will be welcomed with open arms by the resident ghost who erupts from the fireplace. At the Sharp's Spooky Shack, the decor comes complete with bats, cobwebs, caldrons, and the family graveyard. You have all the fun and leave the mess behind. This haunted house is centrally located off Mopac at the Westover/Northwood Road exit in Pemberton and is available for either Friday, October 23 or Friday, October 30.

Donated by Lance & Laura Sharp, Emily's Catering, and Tito's Vodka

Value: $2,500

White Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace

Enjoy this beautiful and delicate 18kt white gold diamond necklace featuring a diamond fleur de lis with a round brilliant cut diamond surrounded by smaller diamonds. The pendant includes .94kt of diamonds. The 17" 18kt white gold chain is accented with .44kt of small round diamonds.

Donated by Kruger's Diamond Jewelers Downtown

Value: $3,500

One Week at Beaver Creek, Colorado Vacation Home

Beaver Creek is the quintessential mountain retreat for anyone bogged down by the daily grind. 4 bedrooms, 4 ½ baths, 3 living areas, and a formal dining room will greet the highest bidder for this Colorado mountain-style home. Escape to one acre within the Cordillera Valley Club, and enjoy the $500,000 in exterior landscaping added this past year. For one week in May, July, or September of this year, take in the view of the mountains and all the amenities that the area offers.

Donated by Roy Keithly

Value: $7,000

Cocktail Party for 50 at Historic Wolf Mansion

Use of the Wolf Mansion for a party, wedding or other special occasion to be held on any available Friday, Saturday or Sunday for up to four hours, exclusive of set up time. Built in 1899, the Wolf Mansion is designated a historical home and is nestled on one acre near downtown Austin.  Must be used before June 30, 2009. Catering by Emily's Catering for 50 people is included, as well as vodka from Tito's Vodka and wine. 

Donated by Dan Roberts, Emily's Catering, and Tito's Vodka

Value: $3,700

One week at Ozark Mountain Vacation Home

Escape to a beautiful Ozark Mountain retreat by spending a week at the lovely Howry vacation home. The home includes 3 bedrooms and 3 baths with a full kitchen and game room. Blackout dates June1 through July 15.

Donated by Julia & Randy Howry

Value $2,000

One Week at Chac Ha Condominiums in Sun-drenched Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Enjoy a week of relaxation and fun in the sun on the Yucatan Peninsula at "Condo Chango," a luxury 1500 square foot condominium located on the second floor of the popular Chac Ha condominiums. Located overlooking the tenth tee and three lakes of the Robert Von Hagge championship golf course, Condo Chango is across the street from the Reef Club resort, located on the white sand beach of the Mayan Riviera. All Reef Club facilities are available to guests. In addition, Playa del Carmen features ancient Mayan ruins to explore as well as fishing, scuba diving, parasailing, and more.

One Week rental, May - November 28, 2009; 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 5)

Donated by Jay Doyle

Value $1,000