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The Foundation Silent Auction
Bid early and bid often at The Foundation of the IADC Silent Auction! Bidding will begin online on February 1 and then will continue onsite at the Midyear Meeting in Naples, Florida on February 13-18. The bidding will end at 7:30 p.m. EST on Wednesday, February 17 at the conclusion of the Gala Reception. For a complete set of auction rules, click here.

Vacations
Entertainment
Jewelry and Art
Other
Raffle and Live Auction Packages


Vacations


A Gastronomic Weekend in New Orleans
Donated by Irwin Fritchie Urquhart & Moore LLC, New Orleans, La.
Quentin F. Urquhart, Jr. is a member of the firm.

Value: $1,000
Minimum bid: $650
Bidding increments: $100

This auction item includes a two-night stay at the luxury Loews New Orleans Hotel and dinner for two at Café Adelaide, the hotel’s signature restaurant (part of the Brennan’s family of restaurants). The Hotel is located right downtown with easy access to the French Quarter, Garden District and Magazine Street areas. On the second night of your stay, join Anne and Quentin Urquhart for cocktails at their home in Uptown New Orleans followed by dinner at Commander’s Palace, Antoine’s, Emeril’s, Galatoire’s or any other restaurant in the city – your choice!! Anne and Quentin will be honored to serve as your hosts for a great evening of food and spirits!! *Specific details of the visit will be confirmed once the high bidder has been confirmed.



A Week in Bellagio, Lake Como, Italy
Donated by Alessandro P. Giorgetti, Milan, Italy
Alex is with Studio Legale Giorgetti.

Value: €1,200 (approximately $1,800)
Minimum bid: $1,000
Bidding increment: $100

Complete your European adventure this July with a week before or after the Annual Meeting at IADC Board Member Alessandro Giorgetti’s house in Bellagio, Lake Como, Italy. The winner of this package will enjoy a week in the lovely second floor flat of the home, accessible by external stairs. This lovely flat has two bedrooms, one bath, a kitchenette, and living/dining room. It has a gorgeous view of Lake Como and easy access to the beautiful town of Bellagio.



Visit Big Sky
Donated by: Lana Kay Varney and John Briscoe, Austin, Tex.
Lana is with Fulbright & Jaworski.

Value: $5,000
Minimum bid: $3,000
Bidding Increments: $100

A log cabin awaits you in beautiful Big Sky, Montana. This week-long stay features a three bedroom/two bath cabin with a fireplace and private hot tub in the Big Sky Resort. Visit during the winter for a ski-in, skiout adventure or come for the summer activities which include visits to Yellowstone National Park, rock climbing, fly-fishing, white water rafting, and hiking. But don’t forget the golf! Big Sky Resort is home to an Arnold Palmer course that is 6,500 feet above sea level - offering longer drives and spectacular views! Visit Big Sky is not available during New Year’s Eve or the month of March.



Plantation-style quail hunting trip for two
Donated by: R. Bruce Barze, Jr., Birmingham, Ala.
Bruce is with Balch & Bingham LLP.

Value: $2,000
Minimum bid: $1,200
Bidding incriments: $100

This vacation is a plantation-style (horseback) quail hunting trip for two hunters at Sykes Plantation (near Macon, Mississippi). It includes two nights lodging and meals at Cedar Lodge (approx. 30 miles from Sykes) which is located at Bruce’s family farm in Geiger, Alabama (Sumter County).

Join Bruce at Sykes Plantation for a return to the old southern style of quail hunting. In the crisp, early morning atmosphere, you will journey on horseback into an expansive former cotton plantation. Our guide leads the way and the dog handlers follow. Once the dogs point, we will dismount from horseback into the spacious and rolling sage field and get ready for action! This long-standing quail preserve is a natural habitat that affords an abundant proliferation of wild birds, and coveys abound in the excellent cover.

Sykes Plantation was land granted in 1850. Land holdings have been maintained in three states: Georgia, Mississippi, and Alabama. The owners have bred and developed two National Champion Bird Dogs over the past 25 years and currently maintain that caliber of dogs in their current breeding program.

Cedar Lodge is a spacious three-bedroom, three-bath home located on a 20-acre lake…depending on the weather and season, large mouth bass fishing and whitetail deer hunting (on 500+ acres) are also an option. We also serve hearty portions of excellent food and plenty of libations to all our guests at Cedar Lodge! All you need to do is get to Birmingham, transportation to/from Birmingham airport to Cedar Lodge and Sykes will be included in this great trip!


A Big Week at Big Bear Lake
Donated by: Bruce and Laurie Berger, Washington, D.C.
Bruce is with Hollingsworth LLP.

Value: $2,500
Minimum bid: $1,750
Bidding increments: $100

Spend a big week at Big Bear Lake, California in this three bedroom cabin that sleeps 6. Visit in the winter for skiing, snowboarding, and hiking, or come for the summer activities that include boating and fishing. There is so much new to see and to explore. If you haven’t visited Big Bear Lake lately, you’re in for big surprises - for all seasons and all reasons. To see more of this gorgeous property, go to www.bigbearlp.com and select the property “Pine Cone Lodge.” Big Bear Lake is a 90-minute drive from the Ontario, California airport. Week for use will be determined with donor. The cabin is not available between Christmas and New Year’s or during second week of August.



One week stay in a beautiful Hilton Head Island home
Donated by David and Laurel Rosenberg, Pittsburgh, Pa.
Dave is with Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP.

Value: $2,000
Minimum bid: $1,200
Bidding increments: $100

Enjoy a stay in this three bedroom home with amazing views of Port Royal Sound. The home is located in the private gated community of Hilton Head Plantation on a waterfront lane with a private sound front pool shared by the houses on the cul de sac. The home is one house removed from the Dolphin Head Recreation Area and the very private and beautiful Pine Island Beach. Hilton Head Plantation is located on the north end of the island and is a very private residential area without weekly rentals or hotels. Among the amenities are 4 championship golf courses, Dolphin Head Recreation Area, Spring Lake Recreation Area with an Olympic sized pool, Skull Creek marina and miles and miles of bike paths. Directly across the street from the home is a beautiful walking trail along the Port Royal Sound.

Just outside the gates of the Plantation are all of the amenities that Hilton Head Island offers: 12 miles of the best beach on the East Coast, nature, lagoons and estuaries for kayaking and fishing, many amazing golf courses, excellent restaurants, and a network of bike trails connecting the entire island. Hilton Head is host to the PGA Verizon Heritage Golf Tournament on world famous Harbor Town Golf Course April 12-18th. This week is available to you as well as many other weeks throughout the year as the house never rents and is only used by the owners. You will need to contact the owners to discuss specific availability but there is great flexibility.

The house was totally renovated a few years ago and includes a kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances. Wake up to sunrise over Port Royal Sound from the second floor master suite, which has a balcony for unobstructed views, and a large bath. Downstairs are two bedrooms and another bath. In addition there is a laundry and small bonus room on the second floor. The home was just furnished and includes a 55” flat panel TV mounted over the fireplace in the family room and another wall mounted flat panel in the master bedroom.



Vacation in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Donated by: Spencer Silverglate, Miami, Fla.
Spencer is with Clarke Silverglate & Campbell, P.A.
Value: $700
Minimum bid: $450
Bidding increments: $50

Enjoy a weekend getaway at the Silverglate’s vacation home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. The ocean meets the green at this stunning golf resort condominium. Located on the 5th hole of the east green of the original TPC golf course, this private country club setting has it all! The owners of this property have a full equity membership to the Sawgrass Country Club giving guests access to temporary memberships at the golf club, tennis club, beach resort, dining club, pools and other facilities. There are views of the course from almost every room with large balconies up and down stairs overlooking the original East TPC course. The Atlantic Ocean and Beach Club are a walk away and the tennis facilities are world renowned. To learn more about Sawgrass Country Club in Ponte Vedra Beach, visit www.sawgrasscountryclub.com. Weekend to be determined with donor. Temporary golf membership available for an extra fee.



Two Weeks in a House by the Sea in Brittany, France
Donated by: Bill and Jane Perry, London, England
Bill is with Carter Perry Bailey LLP
Value: $3,000
Minimum bid: $1,800
Bidding increments: $100

Bill and Jane have donated two weeks in their lovely house by the sea in an area of outstanding natural beauty – Pendruc, France. Pendruc is between Concarneau and Pont Aven on the south coast of Brittany, an area rich in history and loved by artists such as Gaugin, Van Gogh and Serusier.

This package includes use of the house for a two-week at a time to suit you. Why not drive through France after Barcelona? Enjoy beautiful white sandy beaches (150 yards away by a private path) and walks along the dunes. Visit the local towns and villages for delicious food from the local markets or in a variety of restaurants ranging from Creperies to Michelin-starred restaurants (of which there are 3 within easy reach of the house)! And more if you go further afield.

The house has a view of the sea from the front and of fields behind. There is a large L-shaped living room with a working fireplace; a family room with games, DVDs, videos, well stocked bookshelves and a sofa bed for extra guests; a well equipped kitchen; 4 double bedrooms; 2 bathrooms and 2 shower rooms. A real home away from home. The terrace at the front (a perfect setting for al fresco meals) overlooks the sea and the back garden (also with a terrace) is shaded by pine trees.

You will need a car; the nearest shop is 3 miles (5km) away. Nearest airports are Brest, Quimper (Pluguffan) (both served by budget airlines) and Nantes (scheduled flights from London and Paris).



Naples, Florida Townhome for One Week
Donated by Wes and Mary Anne Mellow and Ed and Margaret Pfister, St. Louis, Mo.
Mary Anne Mellow is a shareholder of Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard PC.

Value: $1,000
Minimum bid: $650
Bidding increment: $100

Come back to Naples for a lovely one week vacation! This package includes a one week rental of a Stonebridge three bedroom, two bath condominium with outstanding views of the lake and golf course. It is in a very desirable community close to all of the Naples amenities and features a flowing floor plan and is offered Turnkey Furnished. Tennis and access to a fitness center are included. Golf is available but greens fees are not included. Just bring your toothbrush and golf clubs for a fun week of relaxation! This rental is available May through December 2010, and winner should contact Margaret Pfister, MD (630.920.9652) to make arrangements.



R & R at Lake Winnipesaukee
Donated by: Dick and Mary Neumeier, Boston, Mass.
Dick is with Morrison Mahoney, LLP.

Value: $2,000
Minimum bid: $1,500
Bidding increments: $100

Don’t miss your chance to enjoy Lake Winnipesaukee for a week’s vacation! This three bedroom/two and a half bath waterfront condo is located on the south shore of Lake Winnipesaukee in beautiful Gilford, New Hampshire. Activities include a swimming pool, tennis courts, volleyball, basketball, and other attractions for the whole family.


Entertainment


Ohio State-Miami Football Game (two packages offered)
Donated by: Joe and Mary Pat Ryan, Columbus, Ohio
Joe is a member of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP.

Value: $500 each   
Minimum bid: $300
Bidding increments: $25

There’s nothing better than a big college football game in the fall, and it doesn’t get much bigger than the Ohio State Buckeyes versus the Miami Hurricaines. We have two packages to offer. Each includes two prime tickets to the September 11, 2010 Ohio State-Miami game in  Columbus.  Accompanying those tickets is a suite for Friday and Saturday night at the Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel. The game will be sold out and tickets are difficult to obtain (especially if you’re a Miami fan!). Seats for the two packages are next to each other if you wish to bid on both.




Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Two
Donated by: Butler Pappas Weihmuller Katz Craig, LLP, Tallahassee, Fla.
Kathy Maus and Charles Reynolds, members.
Value: $600
Minimum bid: $450
Bidding increments: $25

A Tampa Bay Buccaneer experience awaits you and a guest! This package includes two tickets to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers home game of your choice (Sec. 114, Row W, Seats 15-16 (Near where the Buc’s come out of the tunnel)) and one night stay at The Westin Tampa Hotel - Harbour Island.



Sony Ericsson Open at Key Biscayne, Fla. - Two Tickets
Donated by: Richard Dunn, Miami, Fla.
Rick is with Cozen O'Connor.

Value: $300
Minimum bid: $225
Bidding increments: $20

These tickets will take you and a guest to a day session and a night session in an early round of the tournament, held March 24-April 4, 2010. This annual event showcases one of the deepest fields of the year, and the Sony Ericsson Open has reached the next echelon in presenting an international sports extravaganza. With $9 million in prize money, equally distributed to the men and women, and all of the top players and media from all corners of the world covering the action every day, the Sony Ericsson Open has earned its place in the world as the fifth largest tennis tournament, surpassed only by the Grand Slams.



Go White Sox!
Donated by: Tressler LLP, Chicago, Illinois USA
Shaun Baldwin is a member of the firm.
Value: $194
Minimum bid: $85
Bidding increment: $10

Come out to the Cell and enjoy a day of baseball with the 2005 World Series Champions, the Chicago White Sox! Take advantage of this opportunity to see these South Siders knock one out of the park. This package includes four tickets and a parking pass. Date to be determined with donor.



Golf for Three at Stunning Chambers Bay Golf Course
Donated by: Robert C. Manlowe, Williams Kastner, Seattle, Wash.
Value: $570
Minimum bid: $400
Bidding increments: $25

A unique opportunity awaits you and two friends or clients to play golf at Chambers Bay. Washington State’s golf masterpiece - a unique tribute to the historic links of Scotland and Ireland. With Puget Sound providing a serene backdrop to Chambers Bay, this breathtaking layout winds through a stunning coastal setting, among windswept dunes and native fescue grasses. The snow-capped Olympic Mountains rim the western shore and eagles keep silent watch overhead. In every sense, Robert Trent Jones II has created an awe-inspiring design that is as spectacular as the beauty surrounding it. Join your host, Bob Manlowe, for a memorable day of golf on this world-class course. This package includes greens fees for three people. Chambers Bay is home to the 2015 U.S. Open and 2010 Amateur Championships.



Two Tickets for Chicago Bulls
Donated by: Matthew S. Ponzi, Chicago, Ill.
Matt is with Foran Glennon Palandech & Ponzi PC

Value: $300
Minimum bid: $225
Bidding increments: $20

Enjoy the Chicago Bulls face off against the Charlotte Bobcats on Saturday, April 3 in Chicago. These two tickets are phenomenal 100 level seats.


Phillies Tickets for 4
Donated by: George Murphy and Gibbons, P.C., Philadelphia, Pa.
George is with Gibbons P.C..
Value: $100
Minimum bid: $75
Bidding increments: $10

You won’t want to miss this opportunity to see the Philadelphia Phillies in action! Bid now for these great seats in the lower level on the 3rd base line for a 2010 game TBD with donor.


A Day of Offshore Fishing in Charleston, SC
Donated by: Bernie and Bobby Hood and Molly and Steven Craig, Charleston, S.C.
Bobby and Molly are with Hood Law Firm LLC
Value: $3,000
Minimum bid: $2,000
Bidding increments: $100

Enjoy of a day of offshore fishing in the Gulf Stream off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina for dolphin, tuna, wahoo and billfish on the Compromise IV for six people. The Custom-built 55' Monterey is tournament rigged and has recently undergone an interior renovation. The living space on the boat is well equipped with a comfortable, air-conditioned salon, full kitchen and sitting area, along with two cabins below. You will find the Compromise outfitted with top of the line electronics, fishing tackle, and crew. The boat leaves from Toler's Cove Marina located in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina which is a short drive from Charleston. This package includes a captain and mate, all equipment, fishing lures and bait, as well as breakfast, lunch and unlimited seaworthy beverages. The Compromise IV and its crew are donated by Bernie and Bobby Hood and the food and drinks for this offshore excursion are donated by Molly and Steven Craig.



Boston Red Sox Tickets
Donated by: Scott J. Tucker and Fran Sherman, Boston, Mass.
Scott is with Tucker, Heifetz & Saltzman, LLP.

Item Value: $180 (really, priceless as the season is sold out!)
Minimum Bid: $125
Bidding Increments: $20

These two great tickets can be yours! A great view of Historic Fenway Park and the game – these seats are located on the first base side in line with the on-deck circle - Loge Box (section 125). Bring your glove because any foul ball in the area is a screamer – the park is that small and the tickets are that good. These are 2010 weekend game tickets with a date TBD in consultation with the donor.



Four Blackhawks Tickets
Donated by: Kopon Airdo, LLC
Andrew Kopon, Jr. is a member of the firm.

Item value: $380
Minimum Bid: $175
Bidding increments: $20

Enjoy four tickets to see the Chicago Blackhawks. An exciting hockey game awaits you and three other people! Tickets are for a game during March 2010 and specific date is to be determined with winning bidder.



Golf and More at the Exclusive Winged FootGolf Club
Donated by: Desmond Barry, New York, N.Y.
Des is with Condon & Forsyth LLP.
Item Value: $750
Minimum Bid: $575
Bidding Increments: $50

Winged Foot Golf Club is recognized by golfers all over the world as the site of the best 36 holes in America. Since its founding in 1923, this fabulous club in Mamaroneck, New York (30 minutes from New York City) has been at the center of golf's proudest traditions; from the purity of its A.W. Tillinghast design, the gothic clubhouse, quality of membership, and historic milestones of the sport itself. Des has donated a phenomenal golf package at Winged Foot and will join three additional people for a round of golf on the famous West Course, ranked No. 6 in the U.S. by Golf Digest, and the site of five U.S. Open Championships and the 1997 PGA Championship. The package includes lunch, golf and a few post-round drinks. This is a great "client-relations" opportunity for the lucky winner.



Four Tickets to the Phillies
Donated by: Christopher S. D’Angelo and Montgomery, McCracken, Walker & Rhoads LLP, Philadelphia, Pa.
Item Value: $200
Minimum Bid: $120
Bidding Increments: $10

This package is for four seats at a Philadelphia Phillies game TBD. The seats are eight rows behind the Phillies dug out. Enjoy a day at the ball park with this package!



Four Tickets to the Cubs
Donated by: Dick Waris, Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered, Chicago, Ill.
Item Value: $210
Minimum Bid: $125
Bidding Increments: $10

It doesn’t get much better than a game in the friendly confines of Wrigley Field. Come to Chicago and enjoy the game and all the city has to offer! This package is for four tickets plus a parking pass. The date of the game is to be determined with donor.



Two Tickets to Miami Dolphins
Donated by: Larry Brock and Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, PC, Miami, Fla.
Value: $216
Minimum Bid: $125
Bidding increments: $10

Head to Landshark Stadium for a 2010 Miami Dolphins game! This package includes two tickets plus a parking pass for the game of your choice. Tickets are on the 48-yard line, Row 30.




Four Tickets to see a Dodgers game
Donated by: Barry Kaiman, Los Angeles, Calif.
Barry is with Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith, LLP.

Value: $215
Minimum Bid: $125
Bidding increments: $10


Enjoy four choice loge tickets for a 2010 Dodgers game and paid parking at Dodgers Stadium. Specific dates to be determined later with winner.



Universal Studios Tickets

Donated by: Chas. Reynolds, Butler Pappas, Tampa, Fla.
Value: $300
Minimum bid: $175
Bidding increments: $20

Universal Orlando Resort has created some of the world’s most innovative theme park attractions based on pop culture’s most compelling films and stories. Come enjoy Universal Studios Orlando with these four tickets and enjoy such experiences as “The Simpsons Ride,” “Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride,” “The Incredible Hulk Coaster” and “The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man.” Tickets are good for one year from date of issue.



Four Tickets to a Dodgers Game
Donated by: Asim and Cecille Desai, Los Angeles, Calif.
Asim is with Carlson, Calladine & Peterson, LLP.

Value: $250
Minimum Bid: $140
Bid Increment: $10

Head out to Dodger Stadium and enjoy a LA Dodgers baseball game with these four Loge Level tickets behind home plate. Game to be determined with donor.



Four Tickets to UCLA Mens Basketball Game
Donated by: Asim and Cecille Desai, Los Angeles, Calif.
Asim is with Carlson, Calladine & Peterson, LLP.

Value: $250
Minimum Bid: $140
Bid Increment: $10

Go Bruins! This package is for four tickets to a 2010-2011 Mens Basketball home game. Game to be determined with donor.



Four Tickets to UCLA Football Game
Donated by: Asim and Cecille Desai, Los Angeles, Calif.
Asim is with Carlson, Calladine & Peterson, LLP.

Value: $250
Minimum Bid: $140
Bid Increment: $10

Go Bruins! This package is for four tickets to a 2010-2011 football game. Game to be determined with donor.




Jewelry and Art


Red “Fossil Stone” and Earrings by Susan Cole
Donated by: Susan Cole, Miami, Fla.
Susan is with Bice Cole Law Firm.

Value: $175
Minimum bid: $100
Bidding increments: $10

Striking red “fossil stones” are mined under the ocean and show minute fossilized plants and animals in the bead. Each bead is hand knotted on twisted silk and the necklace closes with a sterling silver toggle clasp. Matching earrings dangle from sterling silver ear wires with silver accents.



Deep Blue Necklace and Earrings by Susan Cole
Donated by: Susan Cole, Miami, Fla.
Susan is with Bice Cole Law Firm.
Value: $200
Minimum bid: $125
Bidding increments: $10

Deep blue stone disks with flecks of gold are linked and knotted onto twisted silk. The necklace closes with a gold filled filigreed fish hook clasp for extra security. This choker-length piece can be a very addition to your wardrobe. Matching earrings are wire-wrapped onto gold filled ear wires.



Lapis Lazuli Necklace and Earrings by Susan Cole
Donated by: Susan Cole, Miami, Fla.
Susan is with Bice Cole Law Firm.

Value: $350
Minimum bid: $225
Bidding increments: $20

Lapis lazuli beads (from pre-Taliban Afghanistan) are combined with yellow freshwater pearls in a lovely opera-length necklace. Each bead is hand knotted onto twisted silk and the piece closes with a sterling silver, wire-wrapped toggle clasp. Matching earrings with sterling silver ear wires.



Freshwater Pearl and Swarovski Necklace and Earrings by Susan Cole
Donated by: Susan Cole, Miami, Fla.
Susan is with Bice Cole Law Firm.

Value: $130
Minimum bid: $85
Bidding increments: $10

Pale pink freshwater pearls are accented with silver and pink Swarovski crystals in this necklace. The rice-shaped pearls are hand knotted onto twisted silk and it closes with a traditional sterling silver filigreed fish hook clasp. Matching earrings complete the set, with sterling silver ear wires.



Pastel Freshwater Pearl Necklace and Earrings by Susan Cole
Donated by: Susan Cole, Miami, Fla.
Susan is with Bice Cole Law Firm.

Value: $150
Minimum bid: $90
Bidding increments: $10

Pastel freshwater pearls in a choker length can be worn with any color to complete a business attire, or for evening wear. The pearls are hand knotted onto twisted silk and closes with a sterling silver filigreed fish hook clasp. Matching earrings are on sterling silver posts.



Unique Necklace and Earrings by Artist Liam Hughes
Donated by: Mary Beth Kurzak, Chicago, Ill.
Mary Beth is the Executive Director of the IADC and The Foundation.

Value: $150
Minimum bid: $90
Bidding increments: $10

Liam Hughes of Lamplighter Studio creates jewelry from shards of antique and contemporary china. The centerpiece in this gorgeous one-of-a-kind necklace is a shard from a 5” soap dish made by Royal Ironstone China in England in the 1890s. It has handpainted gold details, was recovered in Ireland, and measures 2" x 1.5" Liam has coupled it with a 22" necklace made with carnelian, pearls, Czech glass, gold-plated and sterling beads, and matching sterling silver earrings.



Four-Strand Necklace and Matching Earrings
Donated by: Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC
Neva Lusk is a member of Spilman Thomas & Battle
.
Value: $400
Minimum bid: $250
Bidding increments: $20

Spilman Thomas & Battle donates a lovely, handmade, four-strand necklace and earring set of dark gray labradorite and gray and black natural pearls. Labradorite is a gray-brown stone that has reflective qualities showing some blues and golds. The necklace and earrings were designed and made by Joan Stamp of Wheeling, West Virginia. Joan disributes her work through BeadJeweled, her design business. Joan is very active in her community and is married to Senior United States District Court Judge Frederick P. Stamp, Jr.


Other


Get Ready for Barcelona!

Donated by Amy and Tim Fischer, Oklahoma City, Okla.
Amy is with Foliart, Huff, Ottaway and Bottom.
Value: $250
Minimum bid: $150
Bidding increments: $20

This package will prepare you for the next meeting location - beautiful Barcelona, Spain. Get into the Catalonian spirit with the Woody Allen movie, Vicky Christina Barcelona. In addition to the Oscar-winning performance of Penelope Cruz, it contains breathtaking views from the wonderful area of Spain. The package also includes necessities for your trip - a travel guide for Barcelona, a handy street map, and an easy-to-carry Spanish-English dictionary. Lastly, it includes a Barcelona scooter city tour (or a like tour from www.lifestylebarcelona.com). Driving a scooter is as fun as it looks. Quick and agile, a scooter is the best and is easily the most popular mode of transport in Barcelona. Lifestyle Barcelona offers you the chance to experience this beautiful city through a guided tour on your very own scooter. During your four-hour tour you will see all of Barcelona's main attractions: The Sagrada Familia, the Olympic Stadium, Park Guell, as wel as the ports and the Gothic Quarter - something which is virtually impossible in only four hours with any other mode of transport. At each stop, your guide will tell you about its historical importance as well as answering any questions you might have along the way. Disfrute de su viaje a Barcelona! (Enjoy your trip to Barcelona!)





Australian Wine Package – Shiraz
Donated by Stuart Clark, Sydney, Australia
Stuart is with Clayton Utz.

Value: $300
Minimum bid: $170
Bidding increments: $20

Australian winemaking has garnered worldwide acclaim, and you have a chance to enjoy six bottles of Australian Shiraz with this lovely donation by Stuart Clark.



Australian Wine Package – Classic Red Blends
Donated by Colin Loveday, Sydney, Australia
Colin is with Clayton Utz.

Value: $300
Minimum bid: $170
Bidding increments: $20

If you want to introduce yourself to excellent selections in Australian red wine, then this package is for you! Colin will provide six bottles of Australian classic red blends that will delight both novice and experienced wine drinkers alike!



Get Ready to Golf!
Donated by Tom Irick
Value: $220
Minimum bid: $130
Bidding Increments: $20

This package includes essentials for a day on the course - Callaway golf balls, a pair of Oakley sunglasses, a Nike DryFit golf shirt (large), and two golf hats.



Arrington Vineyards Wine Selection
Donated by: Lela Hollabaugh and Dean Shumate
Lela is with Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP.

Value: $200
Minimum bid: $120
Bidding increments: $10

The winning bidder will enjoy this array of wines from Kix Brooks' (of Brooks & Dunn) Arrington Vineyards, including his 2006 Reserve Cabernet.



Robert Hunter Wine
Donated by: Rob Hunter, Birmingham, Ala.
Rob is with Altec, Inc.

Value: $200
Minimum bid: $120
Bidding increments: $10
Robert Hunter Winery, run by “the other” Robert Hunter, is a hidden treasure tucked away in Sonoma Valley. It is a truly unique boutique winery which produces a limited quantity of Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Brut de Noirs. With this package, you will enjoy four wines from this lovely estate vineyard: Robert Hunter 2000 Brut de Noirs, Robert Hunter 2007 Chardonnay, Robert Hunter 2005 Pinot Noir, and Robert Hunter 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon.



Cocktails on a Quest
Donated by Leta and Mark Gorman, Portland, Ore.
Leta is with Bullivant Houser Bailey, PC.

Value: $850
Minimum bid: $600
Bidding increments: $50

For the entertainer adept at putting guests on a pedestal, or the cocktail connoisseur in search of fulfillment, this package includes 12 fabulous cocktails on a quest for 12 worthy occasions. Start your journey with a beautiful ice bucket, a crystal cocktail shaker, a set of cocktail glasses, and other various cocktail accoutrements, which are the tools you need to make delicious cocktails throughout the year. Then, every month for the next twelve months, you will receive a featured cocktail recipe, together with a bottle of alcohol or liqueur necessary to make the fabulous cocktail and permission to pat yourself on the back for making the best cocktails of your life. Mark Gorman will be on call to provide technical support as well as general cocktail making techniques throughout your quest. An $850 value. A priceless experience.



IADC First Class Featuring a Weekend Stay at the Conrad Chicago
Donated by IADC Staff, Chicago, Ill.
Item Value: Priceless!

Minimum Bid: $300
Bidding Increments: $20

Back by popular demand! Get ready to take your IADC membership to the next level with IADC First Class. You and a guest will be treated to First Class perks for a full year following the Midyear Meeting in Naples. Go First Class at the 2010 Annual Meeting in Barcelona and 2011 Midyear Meeting in Pebble Beach with these amenities:

• Advanced e-mail notice of registration and housing before it is released to the membership.
• Front-of-the-line status at the IADC Registration Desk, no waiting! (Velvet ropes and everything, so wear your sunglasses - you will be a paparazzi-worthy VIP!)
• Reserved, priority seating for you, a guest, and eight of your closest friends at the Gala/Dinner Dance. Prefer to sit nearest the dance floor? Nearest the bar? You get first dibs before we open it up to the attendees onsite.
• An exclusive First Class badge for you and a guest. No one will have badges like these except you!
• Fresh flowers and a special amenity in your hotel room at both meetings.
• As the winning bidder of IADC First Class, you are also invited to take a VIP tour of the IADC Headquarters office during your next visit to Chicago and Executive Director Mary Beth Kurzak will take you out to lunch. Come on a Friday and then enjoy a relaxed, fun weekend in the best city in the world (we admit, we’re biased!) with deluxe accommodations at the Conrad Chicago. The accommodations are for two weekend evenings (Friday and Saturday) and include breakfast for two people each morning.
 
The Conrad Chicago lies on the Magnificent Mile, just off Michigan Avenue and steps from all the fantastic shopping found in that area. It is within walking distance of many Chicago attractions, including Lake Michigan, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, and The Art Institute of Chicago. The Conrad Chicago is also just minutes from the Loop, the city's historic business district, the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium.



Homemade Cookie Package

Donated by Julie Galante, Birmingham, Mich.
Value: $200
Minimum Bid: $125
Bid increment: $10

This package is perfect for any dessert lover! It includes a festive and sweet bouquet of Valentine Heart sugar cookies by Julie, plus one dozen decorated sugar cookies for four separate holidays/events of the bidder's choice in 2010 to be home-baked and shipped to the destination chosen by the successful bidder within the U.S. (Two week notice required.) Yum!



Vancouver 2010 Olympics Package

Donated by: James and Monica Sullivan, Vancouver, BC Canada
Value: $250 (really, priceless as it includes collectors items!)
Minimum Bid: $140
Bid Increment: $20

This fantastic package contains:
  • 2 bottles Jackson Triggs Riesling Ice Wine (Gold Medal winner for 2008)
  • 1 bottle Jackson Triggs Chardonay (The Official Vinter for the Vancouver 2010 Olympics and the bottle has the Commemorative Olympic Label)
  • Olympic Beach Towel (Far more useful in Naples in February)
  • Olympic Toque and Scarf set (Far more useful in Whistler in February)
  • Olympic Sports Towel (Always useful!)
  • Miga and Sumi Olympic mascots (Perhaps we should adopt Sumi (pronounced Sue-me) as the IADC mascot after the Olympics)
  • Olympic Souvenir Program
  • Smoked Salmon and Dark Chocolate


Johnnie Walker Blue Label
Donated by David and Barbara Rheney, Greenville, SC
David is with Gallivan, White and Boyd, P.A.

Value: $240
Minimum bid: $140
Bidding Increments: $20

Johnnie Walker Blue Label sets the standard with layers and layers of flavor from hand-selected, rare casks from across the distilling regions of Scotland. Its flavors are influenced by the smoke of the west and the rich, sweet whiskies of the east. A rare and special treat!


Raffle and Live Auction Packages


     
Dinner for Eight in Presidential Apartment at Hotel Arts (Live Auction)
Donated by Jim and Sue Campbell, Boston, Mass.
Jim is with Campbell Campbell Edwards & Conroy.


Enjoy your first night  at the Annual Meeting with a four course dinner in the Presidential “Apartment” of the magnificent Hotel Arts.  Located on the 34th floor, the apartment offers stunning views of the city of Barcelona and the Mediterranean Sea.  You will enjoy a four course meal for eight catered and served by the Arts chef and staff  accompanied by wine selected personally by IADC President and first Lady, Jim and Sue Campbell.  The evening for this exquisite dining experience is Saturday, July 10th, after the welcome reception.  The date cannot be changed.



"Fake French Maid" (Live Auction)

Donated by Shaun Baldwin, Chicago, Ill.
Shaun is with Tressler LLP. 


This package will take your party from great to fabulous! Your "Fake French Maid”  will serve drinks at your privately hosted party and also recite an original poem for the special occasion you are celebrating.   (Note:  This maid does not cook or clean and she will also likely drink your best wine…)




Maine Made Gift Basket (Raffle)
Donated by: Jonathan W. Brogan, Norman, Hanson & DeTroy, L.L.C., Portland, Maine
Value: $70

All items in this basket are made right in Maine! These delicious Maine-Made breakfast treats will have you dreaming of the natural beauty of Maine. The basket includes breakfast treats such as Stonewall Kitchen’s Cinnamon Swirl Quickbread, Foss Hill Maple Syrup, Carpe Diem Coffee, and much more!



The Great State of Oklahoma Package (Raffle)

Donated by Larry Ottaway and Amy Sherry Fischer of Foliart, Huff, Ottaway & Bottom, Oklahoma City, Okla.
Value: $250

Treat your taste buds to a truly unique experience!  As everyone knows, Oklahoman’s know beef and appreciate a well-aged, flavorful steak. Now is your chance to get a taste of Oklahoma beef (with apologies to our friends in Texas and Chicago, the best steak in the nation).   The NoName Ranch produces all-natural beef, raised and processed in Wynnewood, Oklahoma. Bruce and Joan Buechner raise a unique breed of cattle known for its leanness and great flavor, using organic techniques. Their cattle feed on native Oklahoma grasses and drink fresh spring water before being supplemented with a blend of all-natural grain. Free of pesticides, hormones and antibiotics, NoName Ranch beef is a healthy, home grown alternative.   This package includes four rib-eye steaks, four t-bone steaks, a roast, and 6 pounds of the best ground beef for hamburgers you have ever tasted.


Tennessee Whiskey Basket (Raffle)
Donated by Jim Doran, Scott Carey, and Brigid Carpenter, Nashville, Tenn.
Jim is with Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Scott and Brigid are with Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC.

Value: $200

From the fine state of Tennessee comes a fantastic package of Tennessee whiskey. Tennessee whiskey must be produced in the state and is always filtered through sugar-maple charcoal, giving its wonderful distinctive flavor.


Oregon Chocolate Indulgence (Raffle)
Donated by:  Leta Gorman, Bullivant Houser Bailey PC., Portland, Ore.
Value:  $250

In 1993, a simple but remarkable concept took root in Portland, Oregon. That concept was to handcraft superior chocolates – chocolates that would not only taste exquisite, but that would look exceptional, as well. The result would be a chocolate indulgence for all the senses.  From that initial idea grew Moonstruck Chocolatier, where to this day it still handcrafts each piece, using only the finest ingredients.  It pairs its own decadent chocolate with fresh flavors found in the Pacific Northwest and beyond, and then hand-decorates each piece with intricate care.  Moonstruck has been honored to receive a number of accolades over the years for its handcrafted artisan chocolates.  This Oregon company and its fine chocolates have been featured on the Rachael Ray, Ellen DeGeneres and Oprah Winfrey Shows and included in Oscar and Emmy gift bags.  Food Network’s Food Finds declared Moonstruck Chocolatier makes “some of the most elegant truffles in the Western Hemisphere.”

This basket of chocolate indulgence includes all of the Moonstruck favorites including the Crescent Moon Collection, hand made truffles, chocolate bars, caramels, chocolate covered hazelnuts, nuts and chews, the Critter Collection and much, much more.



Indy 500 Basket (Raffle)
Donated by: Stewart & Irwin, P.C., Indianapolis, Ind.
Cynthia Locke, member

Value: $400

Get ready for "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" with this Indy 500 basket that includes two tickets to the 2010 Indy 500 (Paddock Area, directly across from the pits with a view of turn 1 and 4 and the start-finish line), two polo shirts, two hats, and two commemorative mugs listing all of the Indy 500 winners.

Kansas/Missouri Basket (Raffle)
Donated by Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice, L.L.C., Kansas City, Mo.
John Cowden, Pat Lysaught, Tom Seigfreid, and Kara Stubbs, membe
rs

Kansas City calls both Kansas and Missouri home and boasts great jazz, BBQ, professional sports, and more. Enjoy a bit of KC with this fantastic basket.

South Carolina Basket (Raffle)
Donated by:  Sowell Gray Stepp & Laffitte, LLC, Columbia, SC
Cal Watson and Becky Laffitte, members
Value: $150

Take home a little piece of South Carolina with this wonderful basket put together by the South Carolina
State Museum that contains an array of delectable treats. 



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