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2008 Midsummer Magic Gala was a tremendous success. Guests enjoyed a picture perfect evening under the stars at Mission Hill Family Estate. Musical entertainment, which included members of the Okanagan Symphony, ranged from a trumpet fanfare, to Kelowna's own Taiko Drummers. Pianist Ian Parker mesmerized guests with his superb performance and former Okanagan Symphony soloist, Soprano Catherine Kingdon was equally entertaining as she sang for a very appreciative audience.
Top Row: L – R: Sharon and Dominic Petraroia, Collector Wine Lots - Domestic & Imported, Mike & Deb Ritchie, Mickey Dunn & Brigette Ramov, Trumpet Fanfare – Audrey Tannant & Jim Howie, Merle & Don Riva, Alison & Barry Moscrop Home Page: Stewart & Tracy Turcotte, Kirsti Jarrett, Ingrid Jarrett & Deb Hopkinson
Dinner was preceded with a lovely reception in the Bell Tower Piazza featuring a varied
selection of appetizers and Mission Hill wine. Live entertainment featuring Pianist Ian Parker, Soprano Catherine Kingdon and members of the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra was a superb addition to the festivities.
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A pair of Eco Friendly electric bicycles are the order of the day. With rising gas prices and growing awareness to conservation, these are a wise choice, not to mention convenient! They can be stored on your boat, fold up so they fit comfortably in the trunk of your car. Courtesy of Cummins Diesel and Kent MacCarl. Stop for a picnic along the way and enjoy Bread from The Bread Company, cheese from local artisan, Carmelis Goat Cheese, and wine from St. Hubertus Winery. Once you have finished your ride, relax in the luxurious surroundings of the O Spa for a his and her relaxing aromatherapy massages, plus side by side pedicures in the o Spa’s throne Jacuzzi chairs with heat massage. Also included are all Canadian spa products in a special gift basket exclusive to O Spa. "What could be more perfect!" The final touch, his and her haircut and style including design consultation and signature scalp massage courtesy of Loyal Hair Therapy.
Lot L2 WINE FUTURES: ONE CASE OF CHATEAU CHASS-SPLEENE MOULIS EN MEDOC 2007
This vintage scored 88/100 by the Wine Spectator…blackberry and chocolate notes, medium bodied, soft acidity, and round developed medium tannins and finish…for near term cellaring.An excellent opportunity to acquire a sealed case of classic Bordeaux. Enjoy slowly over the next decade. Patience is a virtue! --------------------------------------------------- Lot L3
Tony and Lisa are graciously opening their lakefront home to host this lucky party of 6 to an epicurean feast. Winery Chef Roger Sleiman will create a five-course special menu to be prepared and served to you and your guests in this beautiful home. Tony will personally select wines for the dinner from his private cellar. Wines will be individually chosen to be paired with the individual courses. Tony will feature both International and Okanagan wines. For the guests - all you need to do is sit back, relax and be entertained. Donated by: Tony & Lisa Stewart Value: $2000 --------------------------------------------------- Lot L4
LAKE O’HARA REMEMBERED AT BOTHWELL ELEMENTARY – ARTIST ROBERT GENN Robert has donated this exquisite painting – painted on site during a hiking trip to Lake O’Hara. Hambleton Galleries, his local dealer has graciously donated the framing for the piece as well as personally autographed copy of Robert’s most recent book, ‘Love Letters to Art’. Donated by: Robert Genn Value: $2350 Robert Genn was born in Victoria, B.C. Canada in 1936. His formal training included the University of Victoria, the University of British Columbia and the Art Center School in Los Angeles, California. --------------------------------------------------- Lot L5
VICTORIA REGENT WATERFRONT HOTEL & SUITES This package includes two nights in luxury for up tosix persons in the stunning Regency Suite. This 3 bedroom waterfront suite offers the finest hotel accommodation in Victoria. Wrap around balcony, gourmet kitchen, walk-in shower, oversize jetted tub, fireplaces and flat screen LCD TV’s - this suite has it all. We are pleased to include Belgian chocolates and a bottle of bubbly upon arrival, as well as a complimentary continental breakfast both mornings in our Water’s Edge Café and free underground parking. This Package Valid: July 19th, 2008 – December 18th , 2009
--------------------------------------------------- Lot L6 THE MAGIC OF THE PELOTON – RIDE WITH FORMER TOUR DE FRANCE CYCLIST Axel Merckx, former Bronze Medalist in cycling at the 2004 Athens Olympics will meet the Peloton members at Cedar Creek Estate Winery. The group will set out on a ride of approximately two hours - route will be determined by Axel. You will have an opportunity to learn and experience with one of the best in the field. The riders will return to Cedar Creek where you will be greeted with complimentary water to refresh. Then the Winery will host the group in the garden, serving crudités and wine. A private wine tour of the facilities will also be arranged for all of the participants. Relax, visit and enjoy this unique afternoon following this very special ride with the expert. Donated by: Axel Merckx Value: $3000 Axel Merckx (born August 8, 1972 in Uccle), is a Belgian former professional road bicycle racer until August 2007. Since he began his professional career in 1993, he has won an Olympic Bronze medal and competed in 8 Tours de France, finishing in 6 as the highest-placed Belgian rider. During the 2006 Tour he announced that he signed a new contract for one extra season with Phonak, (to be renamed iShares). He also mentioned that this will be his last season as a professional road bicycle racer. However, after Phonak announced that it would stop sponsoring the cycling team, Merckx signed a contract with T-Mobile Team, the same team where he started his professional career.Now living in Canada's western Province of British Columbia, he is offering several cycling tours, both in Europe and around this Canadian world-renowned tourist area. Axel Merckx Cycling Tours offers guided cycling tours for intermediate to advanced level cyclists in various locations in Europe and in Canada. In addition, Axel shares his bicycling expertise through various clinics offered to bicycle enthusiasts. --------------------------------------------------- Lot L7
The purchaser of this package will receive the opportunity to stay for 2 nights at each of the following locations: The Cove Lakeside Resort – Westbank You and your guest will stay in a standard one bedroom suite at each of the BHRBC properties. These hotel and resorts are the ideal travel destinations for those seeking unique vacation opportunities and a more intimate, personalized travel experience. True service excellence is what guests crave and return to year after year. With a focus on anticipating, meeting and exceeding the needs of each and every guest, BHRBC cares for visitors in a truly personal and distinctive style. Donated by: Boutique Hotels & Resorts of British Columbia Value: $4500 --------------------------------------------------- Lot L8
TWO OF THE VERY BEST PREPARING A SPECIAL DINNER IN THE INTIMACY OF One of Canada’s foremost food and wine journalists, Jamie Maw was the food editor of Vancouver Magazine for 15 years. He writes for The Globe and Mail, enRoute, Western Living Magazine, and Bon Appetit and is also a well-known television and radio commentator. He has won more than 30 major journalism awards, including the Jack Webster Award, The National Magazine Award, and the Western Magazine Award. Murray Bancroft is a food stylist and chef/consultant who works with a roster of international culinary clients spreading his gospel of seasonal and tasty food. Whole Foods, President’s Choice and McDonalds Europe are just a few of the companies who have benefited from his progressive and youthful approach to cooking. Recent restaurant projects include Uva Wine Bar and Cibo in Vancouver. Wine donated especially for this dining experience:
Donated by: Jamie Maw Value: $1500 --------------------------------------------------- Lot L9
CONSTANCE BACHMANN – ARTIST Constance Bachmann began exhibiting her paintings in Vancouver and Whistler in 1994. Bachmann studied fine art at Langara College in Vancouver and Okanagan College, Kelowna. After many years of painting with brushes, Bachmann developed a distinctive technique using the palette knife. Her contemporary semi-representational style is reflected in her poppy, still life and greyhound dog series. Her works are sold in Canada, the United States and internationally. She is represented by: Hambleton Gallery, Kelowna Donated by: Constance Bachmann Value: $3900 --------------------------------------------------- Lot L10 QUARTET OF 1995 BORDEAUXS - A VERY GOOD YEAR! Three 750ml Bottles of: Chateau D'Issan - Margaux
Three 750ml Bottles of: Chateau La Croix de Gay - Pomerol
Three 750ml Bottles of: Chateau Cantermerle – Haut Medoc
Three 750ml Bottles of: Chateau Larmande – St. Emilion Grand Cru
Donated by: George Galbraith Value: $1200 --------------------------------------------------- Lot L11
A FABULOUS WEEK AT BIG WHITE SKI RESORT AND SILVER STAR MOUNTAIN RESORT You will enjoy the very best Big White Ski Resort and Silver Star Mountain Resort has to offer. Your package includes:
Donated by: Big White Ski Resort Value: $6000 Big White is situated on the edge of the Monashee mountains, a mere 56 km from Kelowna, the largest city in the Okanagan Valley. From the award-winning Kids Centre, the Village Centre Mall and the Happy Valley Adventure Centre, Big White is family-friendly. After the lifts close, there’s shopping, dining, carnival night, skating parties, and Big White Idol. With space to accommodate over 17,000 guests, Big White is Canada’s largest totally ski-in, ski-out village and features everything from luxurious vacation homes to cozy affordable hotel rooms and kitchenette suites. No matter where you lay your head, great skiing and snowboarding is literally at your doorstep. Silver Star Mountain Resort: You can easily fall in love with Silver Star’s fairytale village. Inspired by a typical nineteenth century British Columbian mining town era with Victorian architecture, this town is a true winter wonderland. Brightly coloured store fronts and boarded sidewalks provide a unique ambiance that radiates fun, enthusiasm and excitement for the whole family. Guests are attracted to the warmth and safety of the town where service and friendliness are as honoured as the values of a time gone by. It’s the size of your smile that counts at Silver Star. Silver Star isn't just a winter getaway. Why not come check out Silver Star in the summer? Enjoy our ever-growing selection of mountain bike trails, go for a solitary hike, take a guided nature walk, or tease your taste buds at the Okanagan Summer Wine Festival. --------------------------------------------------- Lot L12 Enjoy this once in a lifetime evening – Tuesday, July 22nd. Ian will be performing a program specially chosen for the evening. To help you enjoy this casual yet elegant setting, Cipes Brut will be served upon your arrival, Finger foods will be prepared and presented by Kettle Valley Tapas Bar & Grill. Additional wines provided by Summerhill Pyramid Winery. Wine consultant, Karin Vermassen of Wine Occasions will be on hand to answer all of your wine questions. Complete the evening with Chocolates from Annagret’s Fine European Chocolates. Featured Wines:
Donated by: Pianist – Ian Parker Value: $5,000
DIAMOND IN THE ICE RAFFLE
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