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A True Village Auction

Once again, the spirit of community that infuses everything we do has led to an outpouring of contributions from members to make our third

annual silent auction a success. Thank you to everyone who donated so generously. The funds we raise through our Anniversary Celebration and

Benefit provide essential support for the services and initiatives that make the Village singular.

How the Silent Auction Works:

1. At the June 21 event, there will be clipboards and pens with every item so you can write your bid.

1. Keep an eye on your favorite items so you can enter another bid if someone has outbid you.

2. Since several of the items are packages of activities that you can

enjoy with a group, you might want to form a “cartel” with some of your friends and bid with the group’s resources.

3. This year we’ve added three BUY IT NOW opportunities (A Week for 4 in the Idyllic Cotswolds, England; Goodman Theatre – 4

Fabulous House Seats, Backstage Tour and Dinner at Petterino’s; Progressive Dinner for 6 at Chicago’s top restaurants: Girl and the

Goat, Momotaro, Duck Duck Goat, and Swift & Sons) for the bidder who knows what they want now!

4. Bidding will cease at precisely at 6:30 PM at which time you can check the bidding sheet to determine if you have won.

5. We request that you pay for your item(s) at the conclusion of the program at 8:00 PM (Check or credit card – Visa, MC, Discover).

6. Note: Several items have restrictions on when they may be used. 7. Bids placed lower than the Opening Bid will not be accepted.

How the Live Auction Works: At the June 21 event, there will be one Live Auction item – 2 fantastic

seats to “Hamilton”—beyond the hottest show in town this fall—on November 17, 216 coupled with dinner before the University Club, the

package will be our only live auction item.

Good luck and happy bidding!

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LOCAL EXPERIENCES AT HOME WITH STANLEY PAUL

Chicago's beloved band leader and pianist invites you into his Parisian penthouse for a wine and cheese party for 10. Enjoy the lush roof

garden, but pause to enjoy the art deco design, patterned on Coco Chanel's apartment. Available: Mutually agreeable date after August.

Value: Priceless Opening Bid $500

RED BADGES FOR THE 2016 CHICAGO HUMANITIES FESTIVAL

Year-long VIP ACCESS to all the varied, inspiring and exciting CHF programs, for 2 persons, beginning June 30, 2016. Red Badges provide

free admission and reserved, premier seating to most Festival programs, no reservations required! Visit chicagohumanities.org for

information on their incredible listing of upcoming events. Value: $2,500 Opening Bid: $850

SUMMER SAIL AND DINNER

The Joosten’s invite 4 guests aboard their sleek Ericsson '34 for an evening sail to view the city skyline from an unparalleled vantage point.

Then dock at the Chicago Yacht Club for dinner. Available: Mutually agreeable date.

Value: $800 Opening Bid: $400

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HISTORIC CHICAGO: TOUR OF GLESSNER HOUSE AND CHICAGO

ARCHITECTURE FOUNDATION WALK Learn more about our landmarks with 4 guest passes from each. To

learn more visit www.glessnerhouse.org and www.architecture.org Availability: Reserve your spot with each organization.

Value: $140 Opening Bid: $40

MUSEUM PASSES FOR 4 – FIELD AND DRIEHAUS MUSEUMS Two of the most explorable museums belong to Chicago. You and 3

friends can spend the whole day exploring the Field Museum and the Driehaus thanks to this generous donation. Two books from the

museum world will jump start your tours! Visit www.fieldmuseum.org and www.driehausmuseum.org to learn more about these Chicago

treasures. Value: $180 Opening Bid: $50

TALK POLITICS WITH JAN SCHAKOWSKY

Have breakfast for 4 with one of our longest-serving and hardest working congressmen. Whatever your political persuasion, you will learn

a lot about your choice of subjects. Available: Mutually agreeable date. Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $200

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DA BEARS! 6 PRE-SEASON TICKETS – FABULOUS SEATS

Section 134, Row 8, Seats 1-6. Bears vs. Denver Broncos, August 11, 2016. Tickets to be shipped week of 8/5/2016. Go early and tailgate!

Value: $1500 Opening Bid: $400

FOUR 2-HOUR BRIDGE LESSONS FOR 4 PEOPLE

Master Bridge teacher Jane Kennedy offers superb advice to significantly improve your game, either in your home or hers.

Available: Mutually agreeable times. Value: $400 Opening Bid: $250

MILOS, THE MOVIES, AND A MARVELOUS MEAL AT MONIKA'S:

Ask Milos Stehlik, founder and Director of Facets Multi-Media, all your movie questions and enjoy a marvelous Mediterranean meal at Monika

Betts' lovely home. Up to eight people will learn more about the art of film from the nation's top film historian. Known for their heart-healthy

menus, Zig Zag Caterers will provide fabulous food. Available: Mutually agreeable time.

Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $500

CHAUFFEUR AND A LIMO – FOR THE DAY!

"Home James" will be “take me everywhere please James” as you and five friends have 6 hours of stretch limo service in a Cadillac provided by

The Breakers at Edgewater Beach. Go anywhere within a 20 mile radius of 60640.

Value: $1200 Opening Bid: $200

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AN EVENING WITH CHICAGO SYMPHONY’S OWN DAVID TAYLOR

Replicating all the elegance of a French 18th century salon, legendary hostess Charlotte Newberger invites 10 music lovers to her home for a

gourmet dinner and concert by David Taylor, Assistant Concertmaster with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and a first violinist who has

performed with Sir Georg Solti and in concert on WFMT, Ravinia and in concert halls across the country. Available: Mutually agreeable date.

Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $1,500

BEHIND-THE-SCENES TOUR AT LESLIE HINDMAN AUCTIONEERS Experience the magic behind the scenes at Leslie Hindman Auctioneers,

one of the country’s premiere auction houses for a 90-minute tour and champagne toast for you and 9 guests. Choose one of their collections—

jewelry, couture, fine art, Asian works of art or furniture and decorative

arts, and learn the secrets of treasure hunting from the curators. Guests will receive an auction catalogue of their choice. Available: Mutually

agreeable date, Monday – Friday from 10 AM – 5 PM. Value: $200 Opening Bid: $80

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AN EXTRAORDINARY EVENING WITH CHEF RICK BAYLESS

You and an amigo are invited to join the fiesta at Topolobampo’s private Library Room the evening of Thursday July 14, featuring a cooking

demo by the acclaimed Chef Rick Bayless! Hosted by Village corporate sponsor Charles Schwab, you will escape into private quarters with 20

other Schwab guests, and watch as your meal is prepared in front of you by Chef Bayless in his newly-renovated test kitchen. You can even

hop-in and do some chopping yourself, if you want to. Or not—if you’d rather stay seated, enjoy your five-course meal and wine pairings. Chef

Rick Bayless is the authority on Mexican cuisine in Chicago, and is an exceptionally successful restaurateur, author, television personality,

environmental advocate & philanthropist. Every recipe for books, TV shows, and Topolobampo begins in the legendary Test Kitchen.

Value: $1,700 Opening Bid: $800

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ESCAPES A NIGHT AT PFISTER, MILWAUKEE'S PREMIERE HOTEL

This majestically restored 1893 hotel in downtown Milwaukee offers you a deluxe room and a $100 credit at the Mason Street Grill. Package

includes a docent-guided tour of the nearby Milwaukee Art Museum. Avalable: Pfister certificate expires June 30, 2017. Grill certificate is not

valid on holidays, and does not include tip and alcohol.

Value: $400 Opening Bid: $250

UNION PIER PLEASURES

So close to Chicago, this 2-bedroom cottage (2 blocks from Lake Michigan) features 2 nights of fun in Harbor Country.

Available: During the week, June through September, 2016, and weekends, October through March 2017.

Value: $1000 Opening Bid: $500

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POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA FOR A WEEK IN WINTER

Enjoy your ocean view in February or March from this 2 bedroom/2 bath condo with tennis courts and 2 pools on the site. Restaurant certificates-

-$200 from Maxx, $75 from Sunset Catch, and $50 from La Veranda--make your stay even sunnier. Available: February or March 2017, no

teenagers or college students without adults. No smoking. Value: $1700 Opening Bid: $900

MAYAN RIVIERA VILLA – UP TO 10 GUESTS FOR ONE WEEK:

A beachfront villa in Akumal, Mexico, offers 5 bedrooms and staff. Famous for fishing, lovely restaurants, snorkeling, and peaceful

pleasures, tiny Akumal provides easy access to the Cancun Airport with daily direct flights to Chicago. Available: Mutually agreeable date.

Value: $6000 Opening Bid: $2,500

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BANDON DUNES GOLF RESORT FOR 4 – BANDON, OREGON

Amazing 5 days – unlimited golf (greens fees) for 4 at Bandon Dunes with 4 nights lodging in 4 Lily Pond rooms; each room includes tow

queen beds, a sitting area, fireplace, bathroom and private deck overlooking Lily Pond and the surrounding forest. Excludes caddies, food

and beverages. Offered after October 20, 2016 or before July 10, 2017 Sunday through Thursday. Visit bandondunesgolf.com to learn more

about this amazing spot – Golf as it was meant to be…. Value: $10,980 Opening Bid: $5,000

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A WEEK IN SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE IN OLD MEXICO

From your rooftop deck of Casa de Margah you’ll have San Miguel de Allende beneath you and Mexico’s most beautiful mountains as your

view. Sublime is your week in this three bedroom, four bath and two studio home, complete with a pool, rooftop jacuzzi, and Rosa,

housekeeper extraordinaire, there to prepare your breakfast and lunches should you wish. And if you want to go out to dinner in city

beloved by artists, actors and writers since the 1930’s, use your $400 in gift certificates at the Hotel Matilda. Your casa couldn’t be better

located—just steps from the lovely Parque Juarez and five minutes from the city’s center. Conde Nast’s Traveler ranks San Miguel as the forth

most favorite city in the world. Value: $4400 Opening Bid: $2,500

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ORANGE LAKE COUNTRY CLUB, FLORIDA – WEEKLONG STAY

Kissimmee, Florida weeklong stay Sunday February 12 – 19, 2017 - 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, King master-suite and 2 queen beds (sleeps 8 with

open sofa bed). Full kitchen opens to dining table and living room. Patio opens to face the 6th hole of the OLCC Golf Course. Big screen TV,

shuttle to Disney World (1 exit away). To keep you busy there are 7 pools, 4 golf courses, 3 gyms, rock climbing and a ‘lazy river’ where you

can take a slow tour on an inner-tube. To learn more visit www.experienceorangelake.com

Value: $1300 Opening Bid: $600

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A WEEK IN ENGLAND–3 BEDROOM IN THE IDYLLIC COTSWOLDS

Spend a week exploring, visiting gardens, and soaking up history with the charming Potters Farm Cottage in Laverton as your home base. Just

2 hours from London by train, you are an hour from Oxford and Bath. Available: Mutually agreeable time.

Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $ $1,000 BUY IT NOW: $2,100

FITNESS & BLISS MIDTOWN ATHLETIC CLUB! TENNIS, WORKOUT, YOU PICK!

2 five-week adult tennis sessions at the Midtown Athletic Club. You'll boost your game with tips from some of the most terrific coaches in

town. Includes complete club access for five weeks, including locker room, exercise equipment and parking. For more information on this

fantastic club visit www.midtown.com/chicago.

Value: $310 Opening Bid: $150

WATTAGE 3 SESSIONS OF PERSONAL TRAINING Personal training AND a 60-minute massage to work out all the kinks

afterward!! Visit www.wattagept.com for inspiration. Value: $450 Opening Bid: $125

FOR GENTLEMAN ONLY--MERCHANT & RHOADES CERTIFICATE

The Rush Street Package: Relax into luxury service at Chicago's premiere gentleman's barber shop for a haircut, manicure and shoe

shine. Now you’re ready to step out for the evening or into the board meeting. To learn more about this fantastic shop visit

www.merchantandrhoades.com Value $108 Opening Bid: $60

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BEAUTY BASKET - AARON'S APOTHECARY BASKET AND $50 GIFT

CERTIFICATE AND A CONSULTATION, CUT, STYLE AND BLOW DRY FROM SALON BUZZ ON SUPERIOR STREET

You'll love Aaron's offerings and the $50 certificate to buy more. Our beauty basket couldn't be more charming! Paired with a consultation,

style, cut and blow-dry from Salon Buzz on Superior Street’s Jeff Prasse. Expires 4/27/17 - visit www.salonbuzz.com for glamour shots!

Value: $382 Opening Bid: $100

RELAX THE BACK $500 GIFT CERTIFICATE & ERGONOMIC STAND Fight back pain or act preventively with a wide variety of products

benefiting your back. Visit www.relaxtheback.com or visit their Clybourn location to see their ergonomic chairs, desks, pens and more.

Included in the package – an Aluminum Ergonomic Stand – perfect for

laptops, iPads, e-Readers, Tablets and books. Value: $500 Opening Bid: $300

HOT HIMALAYAN SALT STONE MASSAGE

Spend 1 ½ hours enjoying an in–home hot Himalayan salt stone massage by massage therapist Paul Simpson. To learn more about Paul

and all his offerings visit www.paulsimpsonlmt.com. Value: $120 Opening Bid: $50

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PRIVATE YOGA LESSON

Master teacher Jim Kulackoski offers a 1-hour yoga lesson for up to 3 people in your home.

Available': Mutually agreeable date. Value: $100 Opening Bid: $75

CUT AND STYLE AT BLISS SALON IN WINNETKA FROM VILLAGE

MEMBER ROBERT EISENBERG

Enjoy a great style and cut from Bliss Salon of Winnetka’s own and Lincoln Park Village member Robert Eisenberg.

Value: $80 Opening Bid: $30

A HELPING HAND

AN HOUR OF ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER HELP

Village service provider Kelley Boylan is offering one hour of computer tech support, including follow-up and phone support. If you’ve never

had the pleasure then this is the opportunity. Kelley knows computer backwards and forwards – take advantage of his smarts!

Value: $125 Opening Bid: $50

ONE HOUR OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZING - FROM THE MASTER Turn your tasks over to talented Terri. Whether its closets, drawers or a

little re-arranging, Terri Albert will prove why she’s the Village’s premiere organizer following her three hours at your place. Must live on

Chicago's North side. Visit www.chicago-organizer.com for inspiration. Value: $270 Opening bid: $50

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HANDYMEN TO THE RESCUE

What could be handier? Our own Village handymen, Greg Basil and Cruz Figueroa are there to fix what’s broken - with two, four-hour handyman

services. Both Greg and Cruz excel at small home repairs – windows, doors, locks, cabinets, hinges, light switches, faucets, drains, toilets,

some painting and carpentry. Value: $220 Opening bid: $75

A NEW LOOK FOR YOUR HOME

Need to de-clutter, remodel, or stage for selling? Take tips from talented interior designer Karen Carpino during this 2-hour consultation on space

planning, construction, home makeover—or let her take you shopping at Chicago’s own Merchandise Mart. For inspiration and information visit

www.carpinodesign.com. Expires 1-year after date of receipt. Value: $190 Opening Bid: $60

COLLECTIBLES YOUR VERY OWN SEYMOUR ROSOFSKY - "ODALISQUE”

Seymour Rosofsky, 1924 - 1981 6-1/2 x 8-1/2" - 1960

One of a series of quick ink brush sketches, commissioned by Playboy

Magazine. Odalisque is on ordinary drawing pad paper, matted. Value: Priceless Opening Bid: $300

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A GENERATED AND ALTERED PHOTOGRAPH – BY VILLAGE

MEMBER LINDA SORKIN-EISENBERG Village member Linda Sorkin-Eisenberg shares her unique art with the

Village. Value: $80 Opening Bid: $40

MARC CHAGALL NUMBERED POSTER

A framed limited-edition lithograph by Marc Chagall with an intriguing Chicago connection: This image of lovers in the spring was executed for

the Auxiliary Board of the Art Institute of Chicago at the time of the installation of the Chagall Mosaic at First National Plaza in 1974.

Value $1200 Opening Bid: $250

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CHICAGO RIVER AT KINZIE STREET BRIDGE BY SUSY KEALY

History, art, nostalgia all rolled into a magnificent painting. Value: $800 Opening Bid: $250

SPECTACULAR ART IN MINIATURE: RUSSIAN CLOCK

Whether you keep it yourself or gift it to someone special, you will be delighted by the intricate art of this little – just 6” x 2” – Russian clock.

Value: $150 Opening Bid: $75

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BOXED CHILDS CHINA SET FROM TIFFANY’S

Treat your child or granddaughter to this charming three piece dinner setting. She can come to tea wearing this charming sundress and

carrying her favorite Madeline book (both included). Value: $175 Opening Bid: $60

VINTAGE ITALIAN ROULETTE WHEEL

Roll away with this wheel that surely has a history. Bakelite (we think) gaming pieces, beautiful wooden cabinet, ready to place your bets.

Value: $300 Opening Bid: $150

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HAND BEADED BRACELET AND DARK PURPLE RAW SILK SCARF

Intricately beaded ivory, amber and copper bracelet made by local artist Judith Pollock and a dark purple raw silk scarf from the Art Institute.

Treasures to have, a joy to wear. Value: $125 Opening Bid: $50

BEADED NECKLACE AND BRACELET Local artist Judith Pollock delights with a detailed green, turquoise, and

bronze beaded bracelet along with a grey and midnight blue necklace. Perfect for dressing up or with jeans!

Value: $125 Opening Bid: $50

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VINTAGE NECKLACE

Simply stunning – this statement necklace was purchased from a former Saks buyer – one with great taste!

Value: $400 Opening Bid: $150

JUDITH JACK SET - NECKLACE AND EARRINGS Stunning Judith Jack set (in original box) – sterling silver necklace and

earrings with gemstones. Value: $275 Opening Bid: $40

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MOTORCYCLES

Village member, volunteer driver, fixer and ARTIST Cruz Figueroa has done it again. If you love motorcycles you’ll love these hand-made

metal sculptures. Value: $ Opening Bid: $40

A ROOSTER LIKE NO OTHER

Cruz Figueroa has topped himself. The massive stone is from his home town in Puerto Rico, the design and ingenuity is all Cruz.

Value: $ Opening Bid: $150

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EAT CHOCOLATE. HELP PEOPLE.

Four amazing jars of chocolate fudge sauce from The Giveback Kitchen (www.givebackkitchen.com) – a chocolate lovers dream come true.

Enjoy Decadent Dark, New Mexican Warm, Sin-Namon and The Original. Value: $75 Opening Bid: $30

REZA’S – A NEW PERSIAN RUG OR CLEANING & RESTORATION

Choose from an array of new Persian rugs (up to $500) or have your favorite rug cleaned and restored (up to $500) at this longtime

neighborhood staple, Reza’s Rug Gallery. Visit www.rezasruggallery.com for inspiration.

Value: $500 Opening Bid: $150

SESAME STREET Sunny days ahead for favorite little friends with a Sesame Street basket

including cuddly Elmo, Cookie monster and Big Bird. You’ll keep the clouds away with a tote bag filled with Sesame Street books and DVDs,

and a Cookie Monster cookie jar ready to be filled. Value $200 Opening bid: $50

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SCROLL SAW

When you need to make detailed cuts in a variety of materials, this 1.6-amp scroll saw is the solution. The variable-speed controls can be set

from 500-1,500-SPM to handle most applications. Upfront controls mean safer access to speed, blade tension and work light. The unique arm

design reduces vibration and noise, and a built-in LED lamp illuminates the work area allowing you the visibility needed to create detailed and

decorative items. Value: $200 Opening Bid: $50

DINING, THEATER & ENTERTAINMENT HAMILTON TICKETS

At the June 21 event, there will be one Live Auction item – 2 fantastic seats to “Hamilton”—beyond the hottest show in town this fall—on

November 17, 216 coupled with dinner before the University Club, the

package will be our only live auction item.

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mk - SEASONAL TASTING WITH SOMMELIER PAIRING

Created by MK’s Executive Chef Erick Williams, a seasonal tasting menu with wines will be paired by the sommelier for four guests. Inspired

each week by the farmer’s markets of Chicago, Chef Erick promises the freshest of possible ingredients, prepared in magical ways. A $600

dollar valued evening sure to be memorable. Value: $600 Opening Bid: $400

SHAKESPEARE TIX, TOUR & CHAMPGANE & CHOCOLATE TOAST!

Choose your night for Shakespeare (ANY play next season) and stay for a backstage tour at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Whether its “King

Charles III”, the 2015 Olivier Award-winner for best new play, the witty “Love’s Labor’s Lost”, or “Shakespeare in Love”, adapted from the

Oscar-winning movie, you will enjoy a champagne toast and chocolates at intermission as well.

Value:Tickets: $176/Tour & Toast=Priceless Opening Bid: $300

JAZZ DUO PERFORMANCE IN YOUR HOME

Throw a jazz night in your home with 2 hours of live music by Marlene Rosenberg. In the words of John Clayton, bassist composer, “One of

Jazz, Bass, and Music world’s treasures! There is a great bass tone, great swing, and lovely fire in everything that Marlene does.” Marlene

has played professionally throughout the US, Europe, Latin America, and Japan.

Value: $600 Opening Bid: $200

DON QUICHOTTE – GREAT SEATS Two opera tickets – great seats – to “Don Quichotte” in November at

the Lyric Opera. Tickets arrive in August. Value: $330 Opening Bid: $100

MUSIC TRIO PERFORMANCE IN YOUR HOME – BOURBON STREET STRUMMERS

Impress your friends at your next cocktail or dinner party by having live musicians from the Windy City Jammers. For 1 hour they will bring you

back to the jumpin’ and jivin’ days of Tin Pan Alley. Value: $300 Opening Bid: $150

A BOX AT THE CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Four to six Chicago Symphony Orchestra Box Seats, depending on the concert you choose from a very fine selection of dates in the upcoming

season. And take-home a gift bag that includes a conductor’s baton for a possible little musician in your family. Beautiful music to listen to in

luxurious box seats, the very best of ways to celebrate a top town treasure.

Value: $1300 Opening bid: $250

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GOODMAN THEATRE – 4 FABULOUS HOUSE SEATS, BACKSTAGE

TOUR AND DINNER AT PETTERINO’S The Goodman Theatre’s Artistic Director and Tony-award winner Robert

Falls offers 4 fabulous house seats for any Goodman production in the coming season as well as a back stage tour post-performance and

dinner for 4 at Petterino’s. The Goodman will make all your reservations, and invites you to consider Falls own upcoming

productions: “Uncle Vanya” beginning February 11 or “Ah, Wilderness” beginning June 17, 2017. The season sounds sensational, take your pick

of performances—yours will be among the best seats in the house. Value: $800 Opening Bid: $400 BUY IT NOW: $800

PROGESSIVE DINNER FOR 6

Start your culinary adventure at James Beard Award winner Stephanie Izard’s Girl and the Goat. Then travel to Momotaro, named one of the

10 hottest sushi restaurants in Chicago. Journey on to Duck Duck Goat—another of Stephanie Izard’s signature restaurants—and finish

the evening at Executive Chef Chris Panel’s Swift & Sons, named “#1

Steakhouse in Chicago” by Time Out Magazine. An evening to remember for you and 5 of your best friends. Check out the hotspots:

www.girlandthegoat.com, www.swiftandsonschicago.com www.bokagrp.com/momotaro.php, www.bokagrp.com/momotaro.php

Value: $1200 Opening Bid: $600 BUY IT NOW: $1,200

……more items to come!