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NYC: The City That Never Sleeps Your hosts, Anne and Bill Ronai, will provide accommodation for 4 nights for 2 people at their comfortable co-op apartment on the Upper West Side. They will provide daily continental breakfast and a cocktail hour each evening. This package also includes a classic brunch for 2 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (Saturday & Sunday only), 2 Metro cards (Value: 10 single bus/subway rides on each), a private tour of the Steinway Piano Factory and a $250 gift card to Ristorante Babbo Enoteca, a highly acclaimed Mario Batali restaurant. Your stay can be redeemed from November 1 to 15, 2016 or April 12 – mid-June, 2017. Exact dates of stay based on mutual agreement. Donated by: Anne & Bill Ronai; Steve & Ginny LaSala
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Custom Fly rod Package This package features a fabulous combination of a custom wrapped, 7’9� 3 wt., 4-piece St. Croix SC III fly rod with a cork grip and burl maple reel seat, perfect for small stream and pond fishing. It comes with a personalized, hand written label to permanently identify the owner. A top tier Abel SAP 3N reel is attached. The Gunnison River Basin is home to many aquatic insects that make fly fishing for trout an absolute joy. Included are 2 dozen custom hand-tied flies that represent the emergent and adult forms of the three most important mayflies of the Gunnison--the green drake, the pale morning dun, and the blue wing olive. Tied by a local fisherman who has identified the right combination of materials for the specific species found in the Gunnison drainage, these flies in the right hands will provide for a great fishing experience. Fly rod donated by: Riverbend Fly Rods by Mike Anderson Reel donated by: Dragonfly Anglers & Don Humphreys Flies donated by: Mike Cieslak
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the world is your oyster with Whim Travel IT’S YOUR WORLD. EXPLORE IT! Take this unique opportunity to reserve a luxury home for a seven-night holiday in a 2, 3 or 4+ bedroom private residence! Whim Travels, presented by Quintess, has a rotating inventory of hundreds of luxurious residences in over 100 exotic destinations, and creates extraordinary moments for all who travel with them. Whim works with you to ensure a memorable experience; from Aspen to Deer Valley, Hawaii to the Hamptons, Paris to London, Whim Travels can help create the vacation of your dreams at a great value. The winner will choose from Whim’s extensive selection of exquisite homes worldwide. Take the family, or coordinate with friends for an incredible and memorable getaway! All bookings must be made within 120 days in advance of your desired dates of stay. Air transportation is not included. Donated by: Linda & Tom Biery
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Romance in Paradise Dinner Featuring Van Duzer Wines This exclusive and intimate late summer dinner will have it all: Beautiful romantic music provided by the incredible voice of mezzo soprano Kara Sainz accompanied on the piano by the uber-talented and Music Festival Favorite Peter Dugan. Proprieters Carl and Marilyn Thoma will personally present and speak about an assortment of incredible wines from the Van Duzer Vineyards, located in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Artfully created food, crafted to complement the wines, will be prepared and presented by chefs Dana Zobs and Stacee VanAernem of Crested Butte Personal Chefs. Cathey and Don Humphreys will host you in their stunning home at the Reserve on the East River. Date: Saturday, August 27th, 2016 24 spots available Donated by: Cathey & Don Humphreys; Carl & Marilynn Thoma of Van Duzer Vineyards; Crested Butte Music Festival
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Desert Oasis in Coachella Valley WorldMark Indio is a vacation oasis offering a relaxing array of things to do in year-round sunny weather. You’ll stay in a two bed, two bath condo for up to six people. The resort features 5 courtyard whirlpools, a full-service spa, game tables, a fitness center, tennis and basketball courts, and an adjacent championship golf course with two 18-hole options. A premier golf destination, the Coachella Valley is within driving distance of more than 200 golf courses, casinos and other outdoor activities. This trip is only available the week of Saturday, October 22 to Saturday, October 29, 2016. Donated by: John & Brenda Ryan
Take a Bow: Be An Opera Extra Here’s your once in a lifetime chance to experience the passion of opera firsthand as you join the cast of Puccini’s beloved La bohème for a walk-on part. Your experience will include a costume fitting with the Wardrobe Department and a rehearsal with the Assistant Director and Stage Manager. Enjoy this one-of-a-kind experience of “la vie de boheme!” Performance dates are July 21, 22, or 23. Attendance at a rehearsal on July 19 is mandatory. Donated by: Crested Butte Music Festival
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Paris Sommelier Champagne Tasting Experience Enjoy a wonderful day trip from Paris to Champagne, one of the most famous regions in France, and indulge in eight tastings of bubbly in three different locations! With your expert guide, a trained Sommelier, you’ll first visit Moet & Chandon in the town of Epernay, then on to the village of Hautvilliers (the home of the monk Dom Perignon and the birthplace of Champagne) before enjoying more Champagne and a French lunch of cheese and charcuterie at a boutique winery. Finish with another tasting in the premier Crus area. These tours are limited to 8 people, ensuring a more personalized experience. This Tasting Experience is for 2 people and includes 5 nights accommodation in the 5-star Hotel du Louvre, a Hyatt hotel in the heart of Paris, and coach class round trip air travel for 2 from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguous United States to Paris, France. Upgrades are available for an additional fee. Travel must be booked within 12 months from the date of purchase. Reservations are subject to availability. Some blackout dates apply. Donated by: Tom & Stephanie Seymour
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Eleven Experience: Amsterdam Stay Canal Huis 58 Amsterdam, Netherlands Amsterdam is one of the trendiest and most charming cities in Europe. Boasting vibrant social scenes, topnotch cuisine, extensive history and colorful culture, it’s a city that offers a new experience every time you visit. Situate yourself in the center of it all at Canal Huis 58 - a chic fourbedroom residence with one-of-a-kind views of the bustling canals. Depending on your inclinations or interests, our staff will design a tailored itinerary so that you can experience the city just as you like. Our local guides will share with you the city’s best-kept secrets that you can’t find in a guide book. They’ll take you behind the scenes of museum exhibits, arrange for your own private boat to whisk you away for cocktails on the canals or make a dinner reservation for you at one of the city’s finest restaurants. Here at Canal Huis 58 any urban experience is within your reach. The details: • 3 days/3 nights for 6 people at Canal Huis 58 - year round availability • Each stay includes • Lodging for 6 people • 3 King bedded suites and 1 Queen bedded suite • Full guide service offering customized urban itineraries specializing in but not limited to legal graffiti, art gallery tours, canal boat dinner/lunch, walking/biking tour of the city... • Pre-trip planning with designated Eleven Experience Manager • On-site Concierge Services • World class cuisine with in-house chef • Basic alcohol included • Seasonal Retail giveaway item • Organic Mini bar • Airport Transfers • Gear needed for activities • Breakfast included • All stays are dependent on property availability • Good for 2016/17 Donated by: Eleven Experience
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Hip! Hot! Havana! ‘Bienvenido!’ to Ernest Hemingway’s Cuban playground. Havana is a colorful, eclectic metropolis, one of the most intriguing cities in the world. This itinerary meets the criteria of an educational trip by introducing you to the culture of Cuba through guided visits with time for you to explore and customize your experience. Two of you will enjoy a 4-night stay at your choice of one of the best hotels in the heart of this vibrant city. A private city tour on Day 1 in a vintage car gives you a panoramic introduction to the city, including the historic area “La Habana Vieja” (Old Havana). On Day 2, you’ll be picked up at the hotel for a Hemingway-centric day of touring and eating including a journey to Finca Vigia, his former residence, then to Cojimar where Hemingway was inspired to write The Old Man and the Sea, for which he won the 1953 Pulitzer Prize. You’ll also take a walking tour and have lunch at his favorite restaurant. Finally, you’ll enjoy a full-day, private Jeep tour to one of Cuba’s most fertile areas, the Vinales Valley. A designated UNESCO World Heritage site, some of the world’s best tobacco is grown here. Along with lunch at a private restaurant, you’ll enjoy boat trip on a river learning the evolution of life in the area and the local villages in rural Cuba. Air arrangements are NOT included. Blackout dates are December 5– January 5. This experience also includes: VIP Airport Meet & Greet and transfers Winspire booking & concierge service
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FLEXJET Travel in style aboard one of Flexjet best-in-class six passenger jets. When it comes to luxury, comfort, performance, safety and reliability, Flexjet sets the standard! The winner of this package will receive 2 hours of flight time which can be used for complete or partial one-way or round trip flights. Additional hours for longer and/or international travel can be added for an additional hourly cost. Catering and beverages are included and can be requested at the time of booking. Date restrictions apply. Donated by Flexjet
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Stunning 18 Carat Yellow Gold PavÉ Diamond Hoop Earrings This stunning pair of pavé diamond hoop earrings crafted in Yellow Gold have been custom made by THE JUBILEE in San Francisco. They transition perfectly from everyday wear to a night on the town and are perfect for travel. These beautiful eternity hoops are the classic “never take out” earrings, sized for comfort, even while you sleep. Donated by: Tom & Linda Biery
Stunning 18 Carat White Gold PavÉ Diamond Hoop Earrings This stunning pair of pavé diamond hoop earrings have been custom made by THE JUBILEE in San Francisco. They transition perfectly from everyday wear to a night on the town and are perfect for travel. These beautiful eternity hoops are the classic “never take out” earrings, sized for comfort, even while you sleep. Donated by: Tom & Linda Biery
Schwinn Ladies 26” Hollywood Cruiser Townie Bike Imagine yourself riding down Elk Avenue on this sweet little number! This bike features a cup holder, a purple basket, bell, step-thru aluminum frame with Relaxed Position Geometry and steel fork for classic style with a modern twist, 7-speed drivetrain with Shimano Tourney rear derailleur and Schwinn Revoshift shifter to keep cruising smooth and easy, linear pull brakes, Schwinn classic cruiser spring saddle for comfort, fender set and stitch grips for extra style. Donated by: Big Al’s Bike Shop; Don & Cathey Humphreys
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Custom Made ROMP Skis Alpine Orthopaedics is offering one pair of custom ROMP skis with the Alpine Orthopaedic graphic. ROMP offers progressive designs to maximize fun and custom flex and camber so they ski to your liking. Made of sustainably harvested wood and featuring sidewall construction utilizing triaxial fiberglass with carbon fiber reinforcement for durability and torsional stiffness. Donated by: Bob Shutt, Dr. Gloria Beim, Alpine Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Gunnison Fly Fishing Experience Fly fishing doesn’t get any better than on the Gunnison River’s Gold Medal waters! Two lucky fishermen will start the day with breakfast at Almont and then gear up for a morning of professionally guided float fishing with Mark Day of Almont Anglers. Your morning float will terminate at the charming Gunnison River Ranch cabin for lunch. Following lunch, you are invited to fish on the Ranch until 4:00 pm and return to the cabin for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Equipment will be provided for the two fishermen if needed. Date to be mutually agreed upon for the summer of 2016. Donated by: Tim Fretthold & Almont Anglers
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Hot Air Balloon Ride For 2 Adults and 2 Children What a thrill! Imagine yourself floating above the majestic San Juan Mountains in a seven story hot air balloon! This is the ultimate in unique experiences! The winning bidder of this item is entitled to a gift certificate for an awesome hot air balloon ride for 2 adults and 2 children from San Juan Hot Air Balloon Adventures in Ridgway, Colorado (near Telluride and Ouray). This adventure is one hour of flight time and includes a champagne toast, non-alcoholic drinks, and balloon cards. The gift certificate is good for one year with available extensions by contacting the company, and is also transferable but non-refundable. Donated by: Bob Valentine & Steve Bolton
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Patron of the Arts: A Collector’s Experience This is one of the most unique and original items that we have ever offered. The lucky winner of this spectacular package will have the honor of taking home a very special original oil painting entitled “Lupine Under Red Lady” (pictured above) by acclaimed local artist and Oh Be Joyful Gallery owner Nicholas Reti. Created en Plein Air, meaning painted outdoors in open air as the artist’s eye sees it. This style requires the painter to reproduce the actual visual conditions seen at the time of the painting. For this painting, Nicholas set up his easel on the old dirt Kebler Pass Road just above Crested Butte in June of 2015 at the peak blooming of the lupine. This beautiful painting is valued at $2,500. In addition, the winner and three friends will have the distinct privilege of experiencing a tour with the artist of his private studio along with a painting demonstration, after which everyone will have dinner with Nicholas at Le Bosque Restaurant. As if this weren’t enough, the lucky winner will also receive a gift certificate valued at $1,000 toward the painting of their choice at Oh Be Joyful Gallery in Crested Butte. This tour and dinner is Thursday, August 4, 2016. The winner and their guests will meet at the Artist’s studio at 5:30 pm to begin the tour, with dinner at 7:00 pm. Donated by: Nicholas Reti, Owner Oh Be Joyful Gallery
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“Working the Banks” by Christy Kidwell Dallas-based artist Christy Kidwell has created this 16” x 20” oil painting on canvas. Christy was inspired by the beauty of a solo fly fisherman doing what he loves to do best set against the splendor of fall colors from the water and the surrounding trees. Donated by: Christy Kidwell
“Among the Aspens—Great Gray Owl” The beautiful photograph by acclaimed professional wildlife photographer Thomas Mangelson is a 20” x 30” limited edition photo. Photographed in northern Minnesota during the winter of 2004-2005 during an historic invasion of more than 2,000 great grays, the owl is perfectly camouflaged with its surroundings. This photo has been professionally framed. Donated by: Joyce Kohler
“Red Lady Fall” by Dawn Cohen Crested Butte’s own Dawn Cohen painted this beautiful fall scene of downtown Crested Butte. This 20” x 24” oil on canvas was painted entirely in the plein air style. Dawn says, “I made this painting in the fall to show off the beautiful aspen leaves against the red of Red Lady approaching sunset. I have always found a delight in the yellow and reds next to each other in a painting. It occurs naturally right at the end of Elk Avenue! This is a beautiful sight at sunset during fall, winter and summer and the Red Lady, or Mt. Emmons, is an iconic symbol for this entire valley.” Donated by: Dawn Cohen, Oh Be Joyful Gallery
“Treble Clef” Steel and Bronze Wall Sculpture We are so excited to offer this one-of-a-kind original line sculpture from artist Ben Eaton of Get Bent Blackworks. This piece is perfect for any music lover! “Treble Clef” is a hand-forged steel and bronze line sculpture. It is 30” round and casts a shadow of varying size on the wall behind it. Hanging hardware is included. Donated by: Get Bent Blackworks
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Violin Signed by Charles Yang This violin has been graciously autographed by Crested Butte Music Festival favorite and unbelievably talented Charles Yang. Nurture your love of music with this full size Kohr violin from Robertson & Sons Violin Shop in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the world’s leading dealer of rare and contemporary instruments. Also included is a Fiberglass Bow and a Case with a detachable shoulder strap. Donated by: Robertson & Sons Violin Shop
Orchestra Conducting Lesson with David Stern This private conducting lesson with internationally renowned and Crested Butte Music Festival’s own conductor David Stern will help you unlock the secrets of how great music is made from a conductor’s viewpoint. Maestro Stern will enrich your understanding of music as you get a rare insider’s look at baton technique and the fundamentals of rehearsing and performing with ensembles. Exact date to be determined by mutual agreement. Donated by: Crested Butte Music Festival
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Private Voice Lesson with a Professional Voice Coach Do you ever catch yourself singing in the shower, loving what you hear? It’s time to share your talents with the world! Spend an hour with a top New York voice coach and unleash your potential with tips on breath support, resonance, diction and phrasing, all designed to make your singing more beautiful, expressive and fun! Exact date to be determined by mutual agreement. Donated by: Crested Butte Music Festival
Private Piano Lesson with a Professional Piano Teacher Dust off the ivories and enjoy this one-hour piano lesson covering the piano techniques that the pros use. Taught by members of the coaching staff of the Crested Butte Opera Studio, this lesson is open to any level of student from Beginner to Advanced. Show your mom that all those lessons paid off in the end! Exact date to be determined by mutual agreement. Donated by: Crested Butte Music Festival
LURI PERSIAN RUG
This fine Persian carpet was woven by the Luri tribe of Iran. The Luri weavers are ethnic Persians and represent some of the purest Persian weaving. Luri rugs are made with tribal nomadic and geometric patterns. They are very durable, long lasting and of excellent quality. The wool used has a soft texture and the pile is woven tightly. They are among the finest quality of tribal rugs. Size: 5’2” x 7’1” Donated by: Paul & Donna Witt
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Chilean Fishing Experience, March 16-26, 2017 Twelve lucky fly fishermen will get to experience fishing at its finest at the Estancia de los Rios, a 360,000 acre private ranch located just North of the Coyhaique Valley in Patagonia Chile. The ranch features over 60 miles of undisturbed streams loaded with brown trout and is the perfect destination for those who prefer to wade and sight cast. This 11-day experience includes 6 1/2 days of fishing and 7 nights at the estancia. All accommodations and all meals while on the property are included in the price. This package does not include airfare, gratuities, meals while traveling or fishing tackle and gear. 100% of the proceeds from this trip will benefit the Crested Butte Music Festival! Cost: $6,000/person 12 spots available Donated by: Don Humphreys
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From Mykonos With Love Experience Greek dining at its best, prepared by Tom and Stephanie Seymour. The menu boasts favorite Greek dishes, with special selections from Mykonos culinary school classes. This unique dinner will feature Greek meatballs from Keftedes, the world’s best baklava, and award-winning Kourambiedes (Greek butter cookies with powdered sugar), and includes wine. Zorba never ate a better meal! Cost: $175/person Date: August 22, 2016 at 6pm 20 spots available Donated by: Tom & Stephanie Seymour
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Intimate Dining with the Hogue’s
FEATURING CHEF SPENCER HESTWOOD AND HALL WINES Enjoy a delectable dinner prepared by chef Spencer Hestwood accompanied by Hall Wines, hosted by Jim and Ynette Hogue. The evening includes hors d’oeuvres, a four-course dinner highlighting selections from the summer harvest, and hand-selected wine pairings from the award-winning Hall Wines. Cost: $200 per person Date: August 17, 2016 at 6:30pm 16 spots available Donated by: Jim & Ynette Hogue
Shall We Dance? When was the last time you took a dancing lesson? Well, it’s time for a refresher course so you and your partner can cut a rug at the August 2nd Prohibition Party! Join professional dance instructor Nancy Church at the Mirror Palace for a fun lesson in the Swing, Waltz and FoxTrot. The bar at the Mirror Palace will be open! Nancy will have her book Life Rhythms available for purchase. Cost: $40/person Date: Sunday, July 24, 2016, 4:00pm-5:30pm 40 spots available Donated by: Nancy Church
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Where the Mountains Meet the Sea: Asian Inspired, Passion Delivered Crested Butte’s own award winning Montanya Distillers welcomes you to an evening of private dining. Enjoy a late summer five course dinner skillfully prepared by Rose Reyes highlighting delicacies of the sea. Each course will be accompanied by an expertly crafted rum beverage to compliment the inspired cuisine. Menu is subject to change based on seasonal availability of seafood and produce. Cost: $125/person Date: Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 7pm 40 spots available Donated by: Montanya Distillers