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Tickets $100
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For more information contact
Susie Hayes at 303 460 1753 or
shayes@greenhousescholars.org
Raise your glass in the spirit of leadership and
education at this unique event featuring a wine
tasting, fabulous food, an auction, and more.
Thursday, May 20 @ 6:30pm
Phipps Mansion - 3400 Belcaro Drive,
Denver 80209 map»
The Committee
Maria and Pete Burridge
Susie and John Hayes
Eileen and Tate McCoy
Maura and Scott Spangler
Whitney and Kevin Zimmerman
Additonal Supporters
Cara and Don Bechter
Debbie and John Raeder
Nancy and TJ Rhine
Julie and Rich Wham
featured Auction Items
Enjoy the Food & Wine Magazine Classic in Aspen, Colorado (June 18-20, 2010). Tickets are always hard to come by, so this is your chance to secure your experience. It’s a must-attend event that dominates the world of celebrity gastronomy. The festival is always star-studded, but the most fascinating part of the weekend lies in the symposia, including this year’s defense of American Chardonnay and a session championing grilled cheese. You can watch the 2009 Top Chef winner challenge Top Chef Master Rick Bayless, exchange restaurant secrets with other foodies, and of course accrue major bragging rights at this exclusive destination. more»
Restriction: does not include lodging or transportation to Aspen Item donated by: American Express
Enjoy five nights in downtown Aspen just blocks away from the Silver Queen Gondola and Ruby Park. This quaint yet remarkable two-bedroom town home boasts fantastic views of Aspen and Red Mountain from a private balcony – perfect for taking in the sunrise with your morning coffee or relishing in your surroundings with an outdoor grilled dinner. The stay is yours to use during any season. Whether you visit for skiing in the winter, the music festival in the summer, or the wildflowers in the spring, experiencing Aspen for the week from this coveted location is sure to be an unforgettable stay. more»
Restrictions: Subject to availability.
Enjoy a seven-night stay in Breckenridge in a beautifully appointed and spacious home located just a mile from the heart of town and only a three-minute drive to the gondola. With four bedrooms, the residence can sleep 12 comfortably. A large, wood-burning fireplace, lovely kitchen, and bubbly hot-tub will make your stay luxuriously cozy. The bustling town of Breckenridge is sure to entertain no matter the interests of your group. Take the whole family for a perfect summer getaway or invite a few good friends for a fantastic ski vacation. This home is a great retreat year-round – even offering hard-to-find availability between Christmas and New Years, 2010. more»
Restrictions: Subject to availability.
Dish Gourmet – Dinner and Wine Tasting Party for Six, with Chef Brian Benham
A chance to enjoy a private culinary experience with acclaimed chef Brian Benham, a fixture in the Denver-Boulder dining scene. Chef Benham has worked with the best of the best in Colorado – beginning his career at the Mobil Four-Star award-winning Flagstaff House in Boulder, working with noted chef and restaurateur, Dave Query over the course of ten years, and now opening his own successful restaurant “Dish Gourmet.”
Chef Benham will be delighted to tailor the menu for your dinner individually. He has partnerships with independent Colorado farmers and will ensure that your meal is of the freshest, highest quality, and a delicious delight to all. more»
Item donated by: Dish Gourmet.
iPad is today’s hottest and most-talked about technological wonder – and this is your chance to get your hands on it. The masterpiece is fast changing the way people experience the web, email, books, photos and movies – all on a big, beautiful, multi-touch screen. Plus, weighing just 1.5 pounds and only a ½-inch thick, it’s easy to carry around and use anywhere. All of the built-in applications on iPad were designed from the ground up to take advantage of the large interface and advanced capabilities of iPad – with thousands of more apps available to download at the App Store. There really is nothing the iPad can’t do – and you can expect a product experience nothing less than magical. We will be auctioning off the 16GB model with an opportunity to upgrade. more»
Experience the city of lights from the ideal vantage point. This is an amazing opportunity to enjoy a seven-night stay at a private residence in the heart of Paris, located in the premier district of the 7th arrondissement, overlooking the Eiffel Tower. An elegantly appointed flat that’s quite spacious for traditional Paris living, the residence offers three bedrooms that can sleep up to six guests comfortably. In addition to the Eiffel Tower, many prime shops, dining establishments, and must-see attractions are within walking distance, including the Musée d'Orsay, the French National Assembly and the Hôtel des Invalides, Napoleon’s resting place. Available dates include: July 5-Aug 25, 2010, Oct 23-Nov 2, 2010, Dec 19-Jan 2, 2011, Feb 12-26, 2011, April 9-24, 2011. more»
Steamboat Powdercats – four passes for snowcat powder skiing or snowboarding
The pristine terrain in the mountains of Steamboat will be yours to take on – brought to you by one of the oldest and most respected snowcat skiing operations in Colorado.
Each pass includes an amazing full day of snowcat skiing or snowboarding, ski/snowboard rental, safety equipment, lodging pick up and drop off, light breakfast, full lunch, drinks, snacks, beer and wine, plus digital photos from the trip photographer. With 10,000 acres, massive amounts of snow, and three stellar snowcats in our fleet, our guests are able to ski and ride the terrain matching their true ability level – making for an outstanding day for everyone. more»
Restriction: does not include lodging or transportation to Steamboat
Item donated by: Crestone Capital Advisors
This is your chance to experience picturesque Tuscany in a truly unforgettable way. You and your guests can enjoy an amazing five-night stay at the Quintess Villa Tavernaccia in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Villa Tavernaccia is a truly impressive, 7500-square-foot, classic Renaissance-style villa – located within 23 acres of perfectly manicured vineyards. The grounds feature a swimming pool, tennis court, a small theatre in a natural setting and walking paths. It includes 6 bedrooms for up to 14 guests and is only seven miles, or a 20-minute drive, to Florence. There simply is no finer way to experience all the history, beauty and classic Italian traditions of Tuscany. more»
Take advantage of the rich experience and expertise from Wine Cellar Innovations with a consultation and design on any custom wine cellar or custom wine-racking project. Wine Cellar Innovations is the world’s foremost designer and manufacturer of custom wine cellars and wine racks. The company specializes in the design, manufacturing, and installation of wooden wine racks for homes and private residences. Wine Cellar Innovations has created aesthetic masterpieces worldwide by perfectly blending architectural elements and artistic creations in our wine cellar designs. This is your opportunity to put their talent and expertise to work in your home or office. more»
Donated by: Wine Cellar Innovations