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Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham 11th Annual Gala
Newton Marriott Hotel
Date: Friday, November 6, 2009
Time: 6:00 PM
Our new South Wing is opening, which thanks to your support will keep quality care close to home.
Kimberly & Michael Lombard Event Co-Chairs and Jeffrey Liebman President & CEO, Cordially Invite You to Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham 11th Annual Gala.
- Open Bar and Hors d'Oeuvres
- Quickie Board Bidding and Silent Auction
- Live Auction with Auctioneer Paul Zekos of the Zekos Group (CLICK HERE TO VIEW ITEMS)
- Dinner, Live Music, Dancing
- Elegant Evening Attire
- Proceeds will benefit the South Wing Expansion
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Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Needham
2009 Gala Live Auction Packages
Experience the Thrill of Formula 1 Racing
Have you ever wanted to drive a race car through the streets of Boston? Here is your chance. Gather up your own team of six for the adrenaline pumping, thrill-a-minute 2010 Boston Police Athletic League Grand Prix. Take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity to join the fast-paced, action packed adventures of kart racing, one of the most popular motor sports in the world. This is a great team building activity or way to reward your company’s stars or just have fun with your friends. As part if this package, your team will receive everything needed for the endurance race that takes place over the course of 4 hours. The race includes: the required safety gear; the use of race-tuned 9 HP RIMO karts, and pre-race practice sessions. Rev up your engine and get ready for the ride of your life!
Donor: Kimberly and Michael Lombard
Attend a Live Taping of TV's Funniest Sitcom
Be a part of the laughter when you and three guests attend a live taping of Two and a Half Men. Watch as Charlie Sheen, Jon Cryer and Angus T. Jones bring their chemistry to life. To remember your brush with fame you will leave with an autographed photo of lead cast members and one of Charlie Sheen's notorious bowling shirts. Also included in this package, two nights accommodations at a Marriott property.
Donor: Judy Kaufman, Newton Marriott
2008 World Champion Boston Celtics Experience
Treat your budding basketball aficionados to a memorable day on the court when Boston takes on Orlando Sunday, February 7. Not only will you enjoy four premium box seats, but the opportunity for two children to take part in the Courtside Kids Program, where they will high five the players as they enter the court, be introduced to the crowd and have their pictures taken. Also included in this package, four passes to the Lexus Courtside Club, offering amenities meant to brighten any game face. Yours to take home the evening of the event, an official team signed regulation sized basketball.
Donor: Boston Celtics
Luxurious Four Day Trip for Two to Napa Valley
Pamper yourself with this luxurious trip for two to breathtaking Napa Valley – considered one of the world’s premier travel destinations. Experience tastings at some of America's finest wineries hassle free, as you endeavor on a four hour chauffeur guided tour in which you'll learn the secrets of winemaking. Your trip begins with a flight to San Francisco where you’ll enjoy one night stay (including parking and a king size room) at the Marriot in historic Fisherman’s Wharf. From San Francisco you’ll head north to picturesque Napa Valley in your four day, full size rental car. Enjoy three nights at La Residence, a tranquil luxury inn nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, boasting a deluxe room with vineyard view, full gourmet breakfasts each morning and complimentary wine and cheese tastings each evening. While in the valley redeem your $300 American Express gift card at some of the area’s renowned restaurants. If this isn't pampering, what is?
Donor: Kimberly and Michael Lombard
Day Sailing Excursion in Buzzards Bay aboard the Majestic Heron
Set sail on the Heron for a daylong sailing excursion, departing from Marion Harbor mid-morning. With Captain Jay Pasco-Anderson at the helm, backed by his faithful crew of BID–Needham trustees, this magnificent 53 foot J-160 yacht will sail you and seven guests around gorgeous Buzzards Bay. Relax and reminisce about the Heron’s glory days as trophy winners in the “Marion to Bermuda Race” and the “Round the Island Race.” Enjoy a sunset cruise as you return to the harbor in time for cocktails and fine food, provided as part of your day sailing excursion.
Donor: Mindy and Jay Pasco-Anderson
Elegant Catered Dinner Party for Twelve
Have you been longing to host an elegant dinner party for your closest friends? Let us do all the work for you. Noted for their reputation of original cuisine, outstanding service and optimal events, Choice Catering creates an upscale gathering in your own home. This intimate affair for twelve, will feature a full course menu of hors d’oeuvres, dinner and dessert; six bottles of the fine and rare 1995 Chateauneuf du Pape Clos du Mont-Olivet wine; and exceptional serving staff. And just to be sure the atmosphere is set, a Double Vision pianist will provide one hour of live ambient music. Don't miss this opportunity to indulge yourself and your friends. Bon appetite! (Four weeks advance notice required.)
Donor: Jim Little, Choice Catering, Susan and Christoph Hoffmann
Throw Out the First Pitch at Fenway!
Become a part of Boston Red Sox lore when you step out on to legendary pitching mound at Fenway Park and throw out the ceremonial first pitch at a 2010 Red Sox game (excluding Yankees games). Only a select few make up this All-Star team, so don't miss this opportunity to be in the limelight. Bask in the cheers of your fans from the four grandstand seats that complete this package.
Donor: Boston Red Sox
VIP Experience with World Series Champion’s the Boston Red Sox
Have you ever wanted to be taken out to a ballgame in style? Here's your chance for you and three other Red Sox fans to experience the VIP treatment. Enjoy a pre-game, on-field tour of the most celebrated baseball diamond – Boston's own Fenway Park. Take your premium tickets and watch all the action of a 2010 regular season game. Memories of the day won’t be your only souvenir because four complimentary Red Sox gift bags, including autographed items from your favorite players, make this package a home run.
Donor: Boston Red Sox
Romantic Getaway to Quaint Kennebunkport
Savor the ambiance of a bygone era as part of this romantic getaway to one of Maine's pristine seaside communities, Kennebunkport. Situated on the picturesque shores of the Kennebunk River, the enchanting Nonantum Inn and Resort promises a Maine vacation that is everything you dreamed it would be, from its elegantly appointed rooms and award winning dining to its scenic location and convenience to exciting day excursions. You and a guest will enjoy two nights at the Nonantum's waterfront Portside Lodge, daily buffet breakfasts, dinner for two at 95 Ocean the Inn's superb restaurant and winner of TV Diner's Platinum Plate award (valued at $150) as well as dinner for two at another one of the area's acclaimed restaurants, the Cape Arundel Inn offering bold ocean views (valued at $250). Less than two hours from Boston, this is the perfect getaway anytime of the year. Be sure to redeem your $50 gas gift card, also included in this fabulous package.
Donor: Kimberly and Michael Lombard
Experience the Best of Boston
Quintessential Boston getaway featuring the best of Boston lodging, dining and culture. You and a guest will be the recipients of an overnight stay at the Four Seasons Hotel, known for its elegant simplicity and old-world Boston charm. Included as part of your stay, dinner for two in the Bristol Lounge, heralded as “Boston's living room” in which you'll enjoy views of the Public Garden from the restaurant's floor-to-ceiling windows. You will also receive breakfast the next day and overnight parking. Toping of this package are two premium tickets (valued at $230) to any Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) performance and a behind the scenes tour of the historical Symphony Hall. The BSO is considered one of the world's great orchestras for both its artistic and educational achievements. Learn more about its inner workings as you embark on your exclusive tour. Don't miss this unique bean town retreat, good anytime of the year.
Donor: Four Seasons and Boston Symphony Orchestra
Let Bloomingdales and Bristol Clothing Dress You for Dinner!
Need a new look for the holidays? How about his and hers wardrobe makeovers to get you re-energized! Enlist the help of a personal shopper and treat yourself to the latest fashions with a Bloomingdales gift certificate valued at $500. Complete your new look with a stop at the cosmetics counter for a complimentary makeover, customized to fit your personal style and complexion. For the gentleman, a visit to Buzz Yacobian, Boston’s renowned suit designer and owner of Bristol Clothing, has agreed to bring his talents to your home. Mr. Yacobian will custom design and tailor a man’s suit valued at $1,700. Hit the town donning your new duds with dinner for two at Asana, the fine dining restaurant serving contemporary cuisine, located at the exquisite luxury hotel, The Mandarin Oriental, in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay.
, Mandarin Oriental, Boston
Donor: Bristol Clothing, Bloomingdales and Mandarin Oriental
A New York State of Mind
Customize your New York City weekend adventure! You select the Broadway show, reserve the dates, hop on the Acela Express, and we will supply the rest! This package includes all the ingredients for a wonderful trip to NYC! Begin planning your weekend by choosing any of the Broadway shows produced by the Shubert Organization. Your certificate is good for two orchestra seats and at a date of your convenience. The Carlton on Madison Avenue awaits your reservation for two guests to enjoy a two night stay in a superior room. This chic hotel is conveniently located on Madison Avenue at West 23rd Street, and within easy walking distance to many of the city’s most interesting neighborhoods. Enjoy the Broadway show one night and after the performance, dine with your gift certificate to one of the theater district’s famous late night Italian restaurants, Orso’s. On the second evening in this package, plan a special dinner in one of the most charming and historic sections of the city, Gramercy Park. The House is “a jewel box of a restaurant” located in a restored carriage house. A gift certificate to this gem offers fine cuisine in a romantic setting. Daytime offers many different activities in the city. Two NYC Passes are included which offer admission to six popular attractions. After seeing the sights, stroll along the paths of Central Park to the scenic Central Park Boathouse Café and be our guest for brunch. An American Express $150 gift card is included in your package for miscellaneous expenses, or you may want to apply it to a final thrill, a spin around the park in your horse drawn carriage.
Donor: Jennifer Pline