2023 Noche de Colores Live Auction

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ron zacapa x0

AN EXTRAORDINARY GUATEMALAN RUM TO ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION

Ron Zacapa XO is exquisite and has a unique balance of complex aromas and avors resulting from the exclusive blend of reserve rums--making it the perfect addition to any rum lover’s (or spirit lover’s) collection. This speci c bottle up for auction was brought to you direct from a Ron Zacapa agship store in Antigua, Guatemala. Ron Zacapa XO has been aged for 6-25 years and nished in French oak casks that previously held Cognac for a smooth nish.

In keeping with the Zacapa tradition, the journey of this precious rum begins high above the clouds of the Guatemalan highlands. It is the slow maturation process of Zacapa XO that imparts a complexity of aromas and a character that makes it a distinctive rum of exceptional quality.

ENJOY TABLESIDE COCKTAIL SERVICE

And that’s not all - the winning bidder of this auction will also receive tableside cocktail service featuring a delicious rum zz made with Ron Zacapa 23. Indulge in this exceptional rum and experience the ultimate cocktail service.

DETAILS:

• Value: $150

• Zacapa XO is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks and pairs beautifully with dark chocolate and desserts.

Yo h extracurricul s & pick ba urname sponsor

SPONSOR COMMON HOPES FIRST PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

Pickleball is the U.S. fastest-growing sport and it is quickly becoming a favorite pastime for Common Hope students and sta in Guatemala! The enthusiasm for this fast and fun activity has grown to the point where it has been included as a new extracurricular activity for our students!

Extracurriculars are important to help young people build con dence, learn teamwork, and develop critical thinking skills. The winning bidder will also become the o cial sponsor of the 2023 Common Hope Pickleball Tournament and will receive a custom pickleball package with one-of-a-kind pickleball paddles and t-shirts to wow and stand out on the courts! Donations for this live auction item will fund youth programs and provide afterschool activities like sports, music, art, robotics and so much more to more than 1,000 kids!

THE DETAILS:

• VALUE: Priceless

• The winning bidder receives a custom pickleball package with 4 Guatemala-inspired rackets and 4 tournament t-shirts

• Your generous contribution towards this live auction item will go towards supporting afterschool activities for more than 1,000 students

FUN CONTINUES OUTSIDE THE CLASROOM!

A WEEK IN ANTIGUA

EXPERIENCE AN IMMERSIVE ADVENTURE WITH A GROUP OF FOUR!

During your stay in Antigua, you’ll be accommodated at the breathtaking and historic Casa Noble Hotel. It’s conveniently located just ve minutes away from Central Park, making it an ideal base for exploring everything that Antigua has to o er.

TAKE A PEEK AT THE ITINERARY: You will be a guest for one day at Common Hope’s Family Development Center, where you will be immersed in the life of local families and the work of the project. Be wined and dined at three lovely Antigua restaurants including Panza Verde, Las Antorches, and Como Como--all within easy walking distance of your hotel! The trip includes a beautiful, one-of-a kind cooking experience overlooking a volcano at Cuscun Cooking School.

Bill Huebsch and Mark Hakomaki have kindly donated this trip, which encompasses their favorite dining spots, cultural experiences, and exploration activities.

TRIP INCLUDES:

• Value: $2,000

• 6 nights accommodations for 4 adults

• Lunch and a tour of Common Hope’s site

• $100 gift certi cates for dinner at 3 fabulous restaurants in Antigua

• Immersive cooking experience for 4 at Cuscun Cooking School

• Transport to/from the airport and around for the week

• A visit to the Weaver’s Co-op in Santiago Zamora, Guatemala.

• Trip is valid May 2023-April 2024. *Trip not available in December

“dis ver gua” Week-long Getaway for 4

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AN AUTHENTIC TASTE OF GUATEMALA

BRINGING THE TASTES OF GUATEMALA TO YOU!

Did you enjoy tonight’s food and drink? Then, you’ll de nitely love an authentic Guatemalan dinner prepared by Chef Lourdes Westby and her sous chef, Renato Westby, at the comfort of your own home. They can create a fantastic traditional dinner for you and up to 10 guests, featuring the freshest and most popular tastes of Guatemala.

Long before food trucks became popular in the United States, Guatemalans have been preparing and selling traditional favorites on the streets throughout the country. Guatemala’s incredible weather means there are wonderful fresh fruits and vegetables all year long – and cooking traditions of the Maya people means corn is always involved (fresh tortillas, anyone?).

Guatemala’s food traditions re ect an incredibly rich biodiversity of products grown in the country’s fertile valleys and volcanic mountain slopes. Guatemala’s cuisine and culture have lots of Mayan and Spanish in uences in them. So, if you are a true foodie, be prepared to get yourself acquainted with an exciting mix of cuisine and culture! Take the opportunity to bid on a dinner for 10 with Lourdes and Renato as your culinary guides and become a true Guatemala Foodie.

DETAILS:

• Value: Priceless

• 10 Guests

• Lourdes & Renato bring food, cocktails, greeting from Guatemala, and an authentic gift for you and your guests to your party location

• Available esta dates: July 20 - August 10. Other dates will be based on the Westby’s future travel schedule to the U.S.

M ne Lopez Ibarra EMCEE

MARLENE’S HUGE HEART FOR COMMON HOPE

We are thrilled to have Marlene Lopez Ibarra join us as your 2023 Noche de Colores emcee! She has a long history and passionate connection to Guatemala and empowering Latino communites, which she expresses through her enduring commitment to Common Hope students and families.

Marlene serves on the Noche de Colores event committee and is a current Executive Board Member. Marlene stays deeply involved in all of Common Hope’s work and she is the sponsor of Lesly Marleny Zuleta.

¡Muchas gracias, Marlene!

k you for 18 ye s service

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SHARI BLINDT, RETIRING

18 YEARS IN SERVICE TO COMMON HOPE FAMILIES

Please join us in wishing Shari Blindt the very best on her pending retirement!

Shari leaves a lasting impact on thousands of students and familes in Guatemala, as well as sta and others who bene ted from her leadership. We are very appreciative of Shari’s leadership and contributions throughout her nearly 18 years of service as the Executive Director of Common Hope and we extend Shari an enthusiastic “thank you” for all that she has done. Shari led the organization to a place of nancial strength, with engaged, committed donor relationships, top ratings from nonpro t evaluators, clean audits, and demonstrated impact for graduation at 3-4 times the national average with better life outcomes for graduates.

Please join us in wishing Shari Blindt the very best upon her retirement.

C oL Mi er, Auc oneer, CAI, BAS AWARD WINNING PROFESSIONAL AUCTIONEER

CAROL MILLER JOINS US FROM KURT JOHNSON AUCTIONEERING

Award winning professional auctioneer Carol Miller specializes in bene t auctions and fundraising. Carol’s customized mission-driven approach and engaging dynamic auctioneering style have raised millions of dollars for nonpro ts and charitable organizations for over two decades.

A committed educator, mentor and advocate for the auction industry, Ms. Miller is an active leader in the National Auctioneers Association. She has served as president of the Wisconsin Auctioneers Association. Carol was inducted into the Wisconsin Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame in 2015. She was a nalist in the International Auctioneers Championship in 2013 and won the Wisconsin State Auctioneering Championship in 2010.

Carol is has achieved the prestigious Certi ed Auctioneers Institute (CAI) designation, which is the highest level of educational designation for auctioneers, only three percent of auctioneers nationwide hold this professional designation. Carol has also earned the Bene t Auctioneer Specialist (BAS) designation; only 250 auctioneers worldwide have achieved this honor. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin LaCrosse.

2023 noc de lores

EVENT COMMITTEE

DANELL GIBBINS

CHERI BROADHEAD

MARLENE LOPEZ IBARRA (EMCEE)

EVENT SPONSORSHIP