FOR ALL GALA INQUIRIES
CONTACT BROOKE LEIBE
AT 713.219.5401
OR
BROOKE.LEIBE@ST-AGNES.ORG
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Have you sent in your reservation yet? Tables are limited and we don't want you to miss out on what promises to be a beautiful, not to mention fun-filled night!! Send your reservation in TODAY or you can sign-up online by clicking here.
Many thanks to our 100s of Grab Bag, Wine Pull and Silent Auction donors!! There are just too many to list in the Gala Gazette so make sure to pay close attention to your Gala Program to see just how many Friends of St. Agnes have supported us in making this a successful event!!
We will not publish a Gala Gazette during spring break, so look for our final issue on Tuesday, March 20!!!
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LIVE AUCTION ITEMS OF THE WEEK
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Washington, D.C. -
(Donated by Congressman Pete & Nancy Olson and Friends of St. Agnes)
Come to Washington, D.C. for a private behind the scenes look at the nation's capital with Congressman Pete Olson for up to 6 guests. First stop on your tour is the U.S. Capitol complete with a very exclusive climb up to the Capitol Dome, as well as tours of the Pentagon and the Library of Congress. Next, travel to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. for a tour of the East Wing of the White House. If you can find any spare time, you can stop by the Smithsonian Institute, the Monuments, and then settle in at night with the incredible dining scene that D.C. has to offer. A $1,000 gift card will be included to go toward your travel and hotel. Stay at the regal, historic hotels where world leaders have stayed - the Willard, the Hay-Adams, or the St. Regis. Or opt for a smaller, more personal touch at the exclusive boutique hotel, The Jefferson. As a special commemorative gift, you take home this evening a U.S. Flag flown over the Capitol in honor of St. Agnes Academy. A special thank you to Congressman Olson for arranging this honor. Tours must be arranged by December 31, 2012
Lake Tahoe -
(Donated by Jill & Tim Garde)
You will be vacationing in style when you visit one of America's jewels, beautiful Lake Tahoe, California. Enjoy a lovely four-bedroom, two-bath vacation home that sleeps 10. Relax and enjoy the stunning views or participate in nearby activities including golf, hiking, biking, swimming, boating and casinos or skiing ice skating, sledding, snowmobiling and casinos. Valid through November 30, 2013; not available at Christmas, New Year's or Spring Break. Dates by mutual consent and based upon availability.
LIVE AUCTION PACKAGE UPDATES
Masters Trip -
(Donated by Tricia & Ed Britt)
The tickets for the Masters are for the FINAL ROUND on Sunday, April 8! Also now included in this package is a $500 travel voucher from Southwest Airlines.
Houston Sports Package -
(Donated by Debbie & Jeff Gorski)
Great news for soccer fans... a suite at the new stadium to watch a Houston Dynamos game for 12 people including food and alcohol has been added to this exciting package! Dates must be mutually agreed upon with donor. | |
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BIG BOARD ITEMS OF THE WEEK
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Lake Tahoe -
(Donated by The Sugrue Family)
Ready for a relaxing 4 day/3 night getaway in a Luxury Log Chalet with its own indoor pool?! This 3 bedroom/2 bath chalet sleeps 10 and includes a sauna, steam room, jacuzzi baths, a pool table, 3 fireplaces, and much more. With its unique Tahoe ambiance, this unusual home is a resort on its own! Come to Lake Tahoe and enjoy everything it has to offer from skiing and snowmobiling to fishing, gambling, golfing and horseback riding. For more information and to view pictures, click here. Excludes Christmas and July 4th. Valid for 12 months from date of auction.
Tulane/New Orleans -
(Donated by Tulane University and The Tucci Family)
Enjoy a long weekend in New Orleans and tour Tulane University!! You and your daughter will travel via Southwest Airlines for a long weekend of education, touring, discovery and dining!! This unique and ultimate college tour package includes: (1) a travel voucher for $500 on Southwest Airlines, (2) a Hilton Hotel gift card for $300, (3) a Tulane Admissions meeting, campus tour and more, all personally tailored for you by Tulane's SAA representative, (4) Jazz Brunch gift certificate at The Court of Two Sisters, (5) Tulane University - Renaissance, a beautiful leather-bound, coffee table book tracking Tulane's rebirth after Hurricane Katrina, (6) Tulane University spirit merchandise gift certificate, (7) complimentary Tulane cafeteria passes, and (9) Emeril's gift certificate.
Montana -
(Donated by Kathy & Tim McAughan)
7 day, 6 night stay in a 4 bedroom/3 bath home in Whitefish ,MT at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Ski in/Ski out. Exclusions - Christmas Holidays and Spring Break. Dates must be mutually agreed upon.
Durango -
(Donated by Alison Picheloup Durkee)
7 day stay in a studio condo that sleeps 4 in Durango Mountain Resort, Colorado. Available: May 2012 to August 2012.
Rafting Trip -
(Yellow Jacket River Tours)
5 day Salmon River Rafting Adventure. Includes all meals, necessary equipment and a guide for 5 days. Does not include pre and post trip transportation, meals or lodging, specialty beverages, forest fees, or Service Fees. Only available dates: July 2, July 26 or August 19, 2012. Must book by May 1, 2012. | |
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GALA TIDBIT OF THE WEEK
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Password Band - Come dance the night away to the awesome tunes of Password. Password formed in mid-2000, with a focus to provide top class entertainment for corporate events and private functions. Password is a rare blend of experienced and talented musicians who adapt and play in almost every style of music from smooth jazz, soft favorites, disco, R&B, top 40 & Latin and country. Ashley, JT & Nicoya are at the frontline and belt out hits from the nostalgic 70'S to the latest chart toppers. They are electrifying! To find out more about the sounds of Password, click here.
Triple Trio - Enjoy the beautiful music of the St. Agnes Academy/Strake Jesuit College Preparatory Double Triple Trio. They will serenade you in the hotel foyer as you enter the Gala and entertain you while you shop Big Board and Silent Auction items.
Hotel Room Reservations - If you are interested in spending the night at the Hilton, rooms are available for the following rates (plus all applicable taxes and fees):
$109 Standard King/Double
$129 Junior Suite
$139 Executive Level King/Double
To reserve a room, please call 713-961-9300 or book online here. Your reservation must be confirmed by Friday, March 9, 2012, to secure these rates. When making your reservation, please use code SRM. You need to use this code rather than telling them you are with St. Agnes Academy. Check-in time is 3:00pm. Check-out time is noon. | |
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