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Bonjour Make Believe Ball Guests!

On behalf of the entire 2014 Make Believe Ball Committee, thank you for joining us at

the 20th annual Make Believe Ball which honors and supports First Stage. We are so

excited you have chosen to be a part of this special celebration highlighting First Stage’s

upcoming production of ANATOLE.

Your generous support of this event enables First Stage to touch hearts, engage minds,

and transform lives through Professional Theater productions that inspire, enlighten and

entertain, Theater Academy training that fosters “life skills through stage skills” and

dynamic Theater in Education programs that promote active learning in our schools and

community. With the support of friends like you, First Stage continually strives to broaden

the reach and impact of its programs, thus enabling dreams to be fulfilled, hope to be

fostered, and families to enjoy the lasting legacy of a profound shared experience.

In this booklet you will find the event program, a guide to our fabulous live and silent

auctions, and the names of individual and corporate sponsors who have generously

donated time and financial support to this event.

We want to sincerely thank the 2014 Make Believe Ball Committee members who have

dedicated their time to making this a special night for so many families. We also extend

our heartfelt thanks to First Stage’s staff for their endless support. Finally, thank you to

all who have contributed so generously to the auction.

Merci Beaucoup!

Amy and Darren Goldstein

2014 Make Believe Ball Co-Chairs

2014 Make Believe Ball Committee:

Katerina Brickman, Maya Djurasovic, Laura Emory, Michelle Erlich, Erin Haan, Amy

Hartwig, Jaime Levine, Jodi Lurie, Olga Mesenbourg, Adrienne Oliver, Erin Peschel,

Deadra Richelle-Purifoy, Jill Schlesinger, Jessica Teich, Rachel Weinberg

Thank you to this evening’s sponsors!

Fantastique Corporate Sponsors:

Tres Bon Corporate Sponsors:

Bader Rutter

Baird

Baker Tilly Search & Staffing

Briggs & Stratton Corporation

Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.

Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Johnson Controls

Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Marcus Investments

von Briesen and Roper, S.C.

U.S. Bank

La Famille Sponsors:

Jack Burns’s Family

The Guy Family

The Haan Family

Special Thanks to:

Alliance Francais de Milwaukee

The Arzbaecher Family

The Bazelon Family

Beechwood Sales & Service

BirthdayExpress.com

The Goldstein Family

The Levine Family

The Kowal Family

The Kracht Family

Paul Ruffalo Photography

Pozzan Winery

The Severson Family

Sound by Design

SVA

Event Program

5:30 p.m.

Registration and Family Photos

Photography by Paul Ruffolo Photography

4th Floor

Cocktails, Hors D’oeuvres, and Silent Auction

The Crystal Ballroom Foyer and the Regency Ballroom

Children’s Entertainment

Organized Chaos - First Stage’s Student Improv Group

The Oak Room

French Lessons

The Founders Room

Dance Party and Crafts

The Kilbourn Room

Photo Booth

The Crystal Ballroom Foyer

Dress Up Trunk Sponsored by CostumeExpress.com

7:15 p.m.

Welcome and Dinner

The Crystal Ballroom

7:45 p.m.

Raffle Drawing

Special Alumni Performance

Voice Auction

Academy Student Testimonial

Paddle Auction

Music and Dancing with Sound by Design

The Crystal Ballroom

8:45 p.m. (actual closing time will be announced)

Silent Auction Closes

The Regency Ballroom

9:00 p.m.

Check Out and Auction Item Pick Up Begins

The Crystal Ballroom Foyer and the Regency Ballroom

Silent auction winners will be shown on the screens in the Crystal Ballroom. Please check out

at the table in the Crystal Ballroom Foyer where you will receive your receipt. Proceed to the

Regency Ballroom with that receipt to collect your items.

Raffle

Tickets are available from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Drawing will take place in the Crystal Ballroom at 7:45 p.m.

Tickets prices are $20 each, or 3 for $50

Brewers VIP Package

Package includes 6 game tickets--usually Club seats, a visit to both the warning track behind

home plate during batting practice, and to the TV Broadcast Booth during the game. See it all

with this VIP opportunity

Value: Priceless

Donated by Milwaukee Brewers

Kindle Fire HDX

The latest Kindle--the Kindle Fire HDX is perfect for work or play, with the fastest processor on

a 7" tablet, the latest graphics engine, world-class Dolby audio, and a highly portable form

factor.

Value: $229.00

Donated by the Pagenkopf Family

Voice Auction

1 - A Day for the Kids

A chance to treat the kids with fun at play and at school! First, win an opportunity for five (5)

kids (ages 5-8, no taller than 4'2", no more than 60 lbs) to participate in the "Sausage Race" at

a Milwaukee Brewers home game in 2014. Included are 15 outfield tickets for game day.

Then, bring First Stage's Theater in Education department into your child's classroom with in-

school educational offerings. This Theater in Education Gift Certificate allows parents to work

with your child's classroom teacher to choose between the following workshop offerings to be

facilitated in Spring 2014 or anytime throughout the 2014/2015 school year: Pre-Show and

Post-Show Workshops, Teaching Through Theater Workshop, Bully Ban Workshop, or Story

Drama Early Literacy Workshop.

Value: Priceless

Donated by: The Milwaukee Brewers, First Stage

2 - A Summer Vacation in the Colorado Mountains

Spend a one (1) week get-away in a gorgeous 4-bedroom, 4-bath single family house on the

mountain in Breckenridge, CO. Hike, bike, fish, whitewater raft, walk into town and explore

the area, or just relax in the hot tub. There is a huge kitchen, large family room, and even an

extra sleeping loft. And don’t worry, there is wireless, so you aren’t too far from reality. Book

early please, any week between May 1, and October 31, 2014. Airfare is not included.

Value: Priceless

Donated by: Amy and Bob Arzbaecher

3 - A Trip to Tuscany

New Tuscan Experience is proud to provide deluxe accommodations for two at Relais Borgo

Petrognano, a luxury B&B in the heart of Tuscany, during the week of October 11-18,

2014. Winners will receive a 7-night stay with daily breakfast, a guided tour of Siena including

a driver for the day, one full day of cooking school classes which will include hands-on lessons,

a balsamic vinegar and wine tasting and wine pairing instruction. In addition, a second wine

tasting tour of an amazing Chianti vineyard is included in the package. Personalized tour

planners from New Tuscan Experience will be available before and during the trip to customize

the vacation to suit the winners' individual interests and requests. Please

visit www.newtuscanexperience.com for more details.

(Airfare, meals, airport and local transfers, additional tours, travel insurance, car rental, local

occupancy tax, gratuities and additional services not included.)

Value: Priceless

Donors: New Tuscan Experience, The Djurasovic Family

http://www.newtuscanexperience.com/

Raise the Paddle

With ticket prices and education programs fees and tuition covering less than 50% of the First

Stage budget, we rely on the generosity of people like you to support our professional theater

productions, the First Stage Academy, and our education programs. Please consider making a

tax deductable gift to First Stage during the auction to further our mission of transforming

lives through theater by creating exceptional experiences for young people and families

through:

Professional Theater productions that inspire, enlighten, and entertain.

Dynamic Theater in Education programs that promote active learning in

our schools and community.

Unparalleled Theater Academy training that fosters life skills through

stage skills.

Silent Auction

Silent Auction closes at 8:45 p.m.

Bid with your Smartphone tonight!

No software. No downloads. No cost. You must enable cookies in your browser to log in to the

mobile site.

Enter www.bid414.com into your browser.

Password is believe.

Use your bid number found on the back of your program.

Additional thanks to BirthdayExpress.com and CostumeExpress.com!

As a friend of First Stage, when you shop at

BirthdayExpress.com, CostumeExpress.com or

Celebrate Express.com, the code FirstStage will

save 10% off your order, and earn First Stage 15%!

DON’T MISS

1001 - FIRST STAGE ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIP

Learn life skills through stage skills! This certificate entitles your child to one (1) full

scholarship for one class at First Stage Theater Academy for Summer 2014 or school year

2014-15. Expires April, 2015. Valued up to Value: $700 depending on class selected.

Value: $700

Donated by: First Stage

1002 - GOLF THE IRISH COURSE

Start practicing your swing as you enjoy a summer 2014 golf outing for 4 (four) at the Irish

Course in Kohler Wisconsin.

Value: $1,000

Donated by: Bob and Amy Arzbaecher

1003 - SURPRISE YOUR FAVORITE PACKER BACKER

A must for any Packer Fan, this package includes a full-size Aaron Rodgers Fathead, a 2013

collectible Packer Football with signatures of all the players, and four (4) tickets to one of

the six Green Bay Packer home games at Lambeau Field. Tickets are together in the new

South End zone section. Reserve early. The two Packer home games for Milwaukee season

ticket holders are not available for this package.

Value: $570

Donated by: The Djurasovic Family, Green Bay Packers, and Eric Torkelson

1004 - FIRST STAGE FAMILY PACKAGE

Don't miss a single show of First Stage's extraordinary 2014-15 season with a Family

Package of four (4) season tickets. It's fun for everyone ages 3 to 103!

Value: $384


1005 - THE ULTIMATE IN SPRING CLEANING

Catch up on the "honey do" list! Spring cleaning package includes 3 hours of VIP

Construction services to assist on whatever home projects you need completed, a Value:

$170 gift certificate for Maid Brigade to clean your home and a Briggs and Stratton Model

20500 Pressure Washer to finish the rest!

Value: $625

Donated by: VIP Construction, Maid Brigade, Briggs and Stratton

1006 - SAILBOAT CRUISE AND DINNER

Sailboat ride for 6 aboard the "Sociable" hosted by the Arzbaecher family. Summer 2014

date to be determined by both parties. After your boat ride, enjoy tapas with a Value: $100

gift certificate to the ever-popular La Merenda.

Value: $500

Donated by: Amy and Bob Arzbaecher, La Merenda Restaurant

1007 - "JOIE DE VIVRE" IN YOUR OWN HOME

A package of kitchen delights! Wow your friends and family with this four (4) course Dinner

Party for eight (8) guests prepared and served by Plum Delicious Dining Personal Chef

Service. Winner will provide food for dinner party. Add to that a Le Creuset Gift set

including chili pot, cooking utensils, Godiva Chocolate and a set of French themed items

from SUSAN FREDMAN at HOME: bicycle sculpture, long bread board, retro milk bottle

jug, decorative ribbon tapes, chalk napkin rings and a box of colored pencils.

Value: $900

Donated by: Plum Delicious Dining Personal Chef Service, Macy's Mayfair, SUSAN

FREDMAN at HOME

1008 - CELEBRATE WITH FIRST STAGE

First Stage Education Director Julia Magnasco will guide your birthday boy or girl and up to

15 guests through a one hour playful and creative dramatic experience. First Stage will

provide all the props, materials, and craft supplies...you provide the space, food and

birthday child! You select the party theme! For ages 4-9, held at the location of your choice.

Included in this package is a Traveling Sundae Factory from The Chocolate Factory. The

Sundae Factory feeds up to 75, and features 3 gallons of ice cream, assorted toppings, bowls,

spoons and napkins. Factory certificate expires 9/30/2014.

Value: $600

Donated by: First Stage, The Chocolate Factory-Sensational Subs and Sundaes

1009 - GET MOVING!

From bowling to rock climbing, this package will keep your family fit and on the go for

months! Package includes Brown Deer Lanes bowling and dinner for four (4), one (1)

month of unlimited yoga at Yoga One Studio in Fox Point, two (2) Clip'n Go Climbing

Passes at Adventure Rock in Pewaukee, a Value: $50 certificate toward classes at North

Shore Academy of Gymnastics in Cedarburg and three (3) personal training sessions at Vita

Physical Therapy and Fitness in the Third Ward.

Value: $590

Donated by: Kim Starz-Nicholas- Brown Deer Lanes, Yoga One Studio, Adventure Rock

Indoor Climbing, North Shore Academy of Gymnastics, Vita Physical Therapy and Fitness

1010 - TIME AWAY IN THE FRENCH COUNTRY (INN)!

Take a break with the one you love! Enjoy a one (1) night stay in a standard lakeside room at

the French Country Inn in Lake Geneva, two (2) splits of Latour Cordon Blu Brut, and a

weekend of tooling around in a Mercedes Benz rental from Concours Motors.

Value: $828

Donated by: French Country Inn, First Stage, Concours Motors

1011 - FAT TIRE BIKE

From Fat Tire Beer, here is a 26" single speed retro-style bike manufactured by Felt. Ride in

style!

Value: $500

Donated by: The Sheehan Family and Beechwood Sales and Service

MYSTERY BOXES

Want to open a present?! What could it be? Movie Tickets?

Show Tickets? Museum passes? New adventures await.

Value: $25-$200

Donated by: various

KIDS

3001 - BIG GREEN MACHINE

An annual favorite for a reason - learn all the drifting tricks with your own Big Green

Machine.

Value: $90

Donated by: Nikolaychik/Mesenbourg Family

3002 - FIT FOR A "GIANT"

Need a pair of shoes? Here are some GIANT green feet used in the First Stage production of

"THE BIG FRIENDLY GIANT" and a Giant sized 5-lb Hershey Chocolate bar.

Priceless

Donated by: First Stage, Gabi and Olivia Hartwig

3003 - PINKALICIOUS PACKAGE

PINK package includes: Pinkalicious dress size 6, Pinkalicious 18" doll, Cupcake Race board

game, 2 cupcake sippy straw cups, tiara, cupcake stickers, cupcake bubbles, cupcake bubble

blower, cupcake headband, plush cupcake (2 packages available- top two bidders)

Value: $164


3004 - SEW-A NEEDLE PULLING THREAD

Enjoy 8 (eight) hours of sewing classes for an adult or child age 8 and up in Barbara's

Mequon Studio; Expires August 31, 2014.

Value: $100

Donated by: Barbara Quilling's Sewing Studio

3005 - RAZOR SCOOTER

This Razor Powerwing Deluxe Scooter offers a new and exhilarating way to ride and its

three-wheel design keeps you moving easily. It also features a patent-pending brake system

and loop-out stoppers for complete control. The handlebar is adjustable to suit different

heights. Master the art of sideways drifting and 360-degree spinning with this portable

Razor!

Value: $115


3006 - BEST DRESSED BABY ON THE BLOCK

"Newborn Essentials" baby gift package including 3 onesies and hat/booties sets from

nikoluxe.com. And for bedtime, enjoy reading the book "Sophie's Busy Day."

Value: $126

Donated by: Olga Mesenbourg-Owner at Niko Luxe, Inc., Amy and Greg Hartwig

3007 - FRAMED "SHREK" POSTER

Framed "SHREK" Poster from First Stage's 2013-14 season, signed by the cast.

Priceless

Donated by: Heather Crouse, Nicole Weeks and the Green Room Society

3008 - FRAMED "BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER" POSTER

Framed "BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER" poster from First Stage's 2013-14 season,

signed by the cast.

Priceless


3009 - FRAMED "A MIDNIGHT CRY' POSTER

Framed "A MIDNIGHT CRY" Poster from First Stage's 2013-14 season, signed by the cast.

Priceless


3010 - FRAMED "ANATOLE" POSTER

Framed "ANATOLE" poster from First Stage's 2013-14 season, signed by the cast.

Priceless


3011 - FRAMED "CRASH" POSTER

Framed "CRASH" poster from First Stage's 2013-14 season, signed by the cast. **Will be

delivered to you after the show opens if you would like it signed by the cast.

Priceless


3012 - FRAMED "NANCY DREW" POSTER

Framed "NANCY DREW AND HER BIGGEST CASE EVER" poster from First Stage's 2013-

14 season, signed by the cast. **Will be delivered to you after the opens if you would like it

signed by the cast.

Priceless


3013 - FRAMED "CAT IN THE HAT" POSTER

Framed and signed "DR. SEUSS'S THE CAT IN THE HAT" poster from First Stage's 2013-

14 season, signed by the cast.

Priceless


3014 - BRICKSTIX PACKAGE

Premier Package of products from BrickStix--tiny pieces of awesomeness designed to fit

plastic bricks like Legos. They are reusable, removable, and have restickable decals. This

box contains four (4) BrickStix Cling Decal sets: SPACE, PETS, HOME, RESCUE. It also

contains five (5) BrickStix reusable Sticker sets, as well as a tub of 200+ Lego pieces, a Lego

base plate and a cool red LEGO storage box. And to top it off, a StixStorage book to store the

BrickStix when not in use. Get Building!!

Value: $85

Donated by: BrickStix, LLC

3015 - DANCE PARTY AT YOUR PLACE!

Need a Birthday Party Idea? Get a certificate for a one (1) hour kids dance birthday party for

up to 12 children from the Kennedy Dance Company. Location provided by party host - let

the teacher come to you!

Value: $150

Donated by: Kennedy Dance Company

3016 - FOR THE YOUNG RIDER

From Harley Davidson, a leather box of goodies for the kiddies--Harley Book, plush dog,

match card game, kids wallet, toy motorcycle and other themed items.

Value: $100

Donated by: Harley Davidson

3017 - SHREK PACKAGE

Let your freak flag fly with the Shrek Gingy puppet, Shrek doll, Fiona sword, Shrek the

Musical CD, Plush Donkey, Shrek Poster, 2 Donkey Ears, 4 T-shirts, Shrek book and Shrek

Mask Head made for the production.

Value: $342


3018 - SHREK MASK

First Stage Costume Shop replica mask/headgear of "SHREK" from our fall production. 2

available to the 2 highest bidders.

Value: $80


3019 - GIRLS LEGO SET

"Heartlake City Pool" Lego Friends. Designed for kids from 6 to 12 years old, the Heartlake

City Pool comes with a variety of settings to inspire storytelling-based play.

Value: $40

Donated by: The Hartwig Family

3020 - COSTUME RENDERING

From First Stage's production of "SHREK: THE MUSICAL", this is an original, one of a kind

costume rendering for the show. Framed and ready to display, this is a great collectors

keepsake.

Priceless


3021 - MUSIC FOR AARDVARKS

Introduce your young one to the gift of music. Receive an 8 week session of music classes

for child ages 0-5 years and a parent or guardian. Classes are at the JCC or Kingo. Expires

June, 2015.

Value: $130

Donated by: Music for Aardvarks-Milwaukee

3022 - LEGO CITY EXCAVATOR

Lego Set: Lego City Excavator Transport. When the heavy work really starts, it's time for

the mighty Excavator. Unload it from the Transport Truck, fasten the drill and start

breaking through the rock! Includes bucket scoop attachment and 2 miner minifigures. For

ages 5-12, 305 pieces.

Value: $53

Donated by: Olga and Zach Mesenbourg

3023 - A YEAR OF CHEESE TREATS!

From Sargento, a collection of items for the young cheese lover: beach towel, cooler tote,

playing cards, baseball hat, soccer ball, stuffed cow - along with coupons for free cheese (up

to Value: $5 each) once a month for a year!

Value: $170

Donated by: Sargento Cheese

3024 - DANCEWORKS SUMMER CAMP

Danceworks Summer Creative Arts camp integrates dance and visual arts along with music,

creative drama and writing into one fun filled program. Good for one (1) full day or 2 (two)

half day week-long camps during summer 2014. Great for kids 3.5 to 13!

Value: $220

Donated by: Danceworks

3025 - CHILDREN'S GOLF CLUBS

It's almost time to get on the links. Brand new purple bag with 5 clubs make up this child's

golf set from Flora brand.

Value: $100

Donated by: The Conlon Family

3026 - HEAD OVER HEELS

Have a young gymnast in the making? Value: $100 gift certificate to use for class fees,

birthday party or open gym at LaFleur's in Germantown. Expires January, 2015.

Value: $100

Donated by: LaFleur's Gymnastics Academy

3027 - JEWELRY FOR THE PRINCESS

Stella and Dot Jewelry selection for the Princess in the family. Paris Trio Earring Set-Mini

Eiffel Towers with silver plating, red enamel hearts and crowns with gold plating. From

Paris with Love Necklace - three whimsical Parisian inspired charms dangle off a red

delicate chain.

Value: $44

Donated by: Aree Wichman--Stella and Dot

3028 - FLIP OUT!

What a great way to work off some energy! Certificate for one full session of a preschool or

recreation class valued up to Value: $175 at Infinite Gymnastics in Brown Deer.

Value: $175

Donated by: Infinite Gymnastics

3029 - STONEFIRE PIZZA BIRTHDAY PARTY

It's a birthday party extravaganza with a gift basket of birthday treats as well as a certificate

for a "Super Hero Birthday Party" for up to 10 kids at Stonefire Pizza in New Berlin.

Includes pizza, drinks, game cards, game tickets. The party planning is done - enjoy the fun.

Expires April, 2015.

Value: $250

Donated by: Stonefire Pizza

3030 - POPCORN PARTY NIGHT!

Enjoy your own popcorn party with this original red cart popcorn maker and 4 (four)

matching ceramic tall bowls! Even the gourmet popcorn is included. And enjoy the movies

with a 1 (one) year membership to Netflix. At home movie night has never been better!

Value: $170

Donated by: The Severson Family

3031 - LEGO CITY TOWN SQUARE--"HARD TO FIND"

"Hard to Find" Lego City TOWN SQUARE. The Town Square is always bustling with

activity! Lift the new statue into position with the mobile crane. Clean the streets. Take the

bikes for a spin. Then its time to jump back on the bus. Includes 8 minifigures with

accessories. Ages 6-12. Over 900 pieces.

Value: $120

Donated by: The Maclay Family

3032 - AMERICAN GIRL DOLL

Isabelle, the 2014 American Girl "Doll of the Year" is just waiting to dance into your heart.

This little dancer is looking for her forever home!

Value: $140

Donated by: The Hartwig and Lurie Families

3033 - DANCE BIRTHDAY PARTY

Make your loved one's special day unique with a party at Bella Via in Mequon. During the

party children will learn a dance to be performed for parents at the end of the event--any

style of dance the birthday boy or girl chooses! Up to 20 kids.

Value: $245

Donated by: Bella Via Dance Studio, LLC

3034 - SUPER HEROES UNITED

It's Super Hero Day! First up, a Lego Marvel Super Heroes Avengers set. For ages 8-14; 735

pieces and a whole lotta fun! To complete the package - from Little Monsters, a Boys Super

Hero Costume, Size 5-6.

Value: $152

Donated by: Jodi and Scott Lurie and Little Monsters

3035 - KIDS COOKING CLASS

Have a budding chef in the house? One (1) Specialty Cooking Class of Choice--ages 8-12 at

"The Secret Oven" in Fox Point (2 packages available to the top two bidders).

Value: $35

Donated by: The Secret Oven

3036 - MAKING THE GRADE

Two (2) hours of tutoring and a diagnostic assessment, parent consultation, and an

individual learning plan from Knowledge Edge and a gift card for Value: $20 for the

Learning Shop of Mequon.

Value: $270

Donated by: Knowledge Edge, The Learning Shop of Mequon.

3037 - ACADEMY CHEER ARTWORK - 1

Framed artwork of the First Stage Academy Cheer. A beautifully displayed piece

highlighting the Academy cheer - done in browns and taupes.

Priceless

Donated by: Sheryl Stawski

3038 - ACADEMY CHEER ARTWORK - 2

Framed artwork of the First Stage Academy Cheer. A beautifully displayed piece

highlighting the Academy cheer - done in pastels with flowers.

Priceless

Donated by: Sheryl Stawski

3039 - "FROZEN DOLL" PACKAGE

HOT TOY OF THE YEAR! Perfect for any fan of Disney's hit movie "Frozen," take home the

Disney Store 16" Elsa and Anna Toddler Dolls. Elsa is currently sold out in stores and hard

to find online! Also included is the official soundtrack of all your favorite "Frozen" songs.

Value: $75

Donated by: The Gall Family

3040 - PUPPETS!

Enjoy this collectable pair of authentic puppets purchased in Jaipur, India, world

renowned for its arts and crafts.

Value: $50

Donated by: Holly and Clark Gamblin

3041 - FOR THE FUTURE FRANCOPHILE

Perfect for a playroom or a Paris-themed bedroom, this Eiffel Tower cardboard standup

measures 36" wide and 88" high. Easy assembly. Also included is a premier collection of

three (3) French themed toys and games: French Bingo, French ABC Wood Blocks and

French picture flash cards.

Value: $130

Donated by: BirthdayExpress.com, Katie and Jason Weeks

Mom & Dad

4001 - OOH LA LA--ALL THINGS FRENCH

Feel like you are in France while staying in Milwaukee! Give your child the gift of 10 weeks

of a French language course from the Alliance Francais of Milwaukee (expires December 1,

2014. Then you can enjoy a Bastille Days gift basket, including wine! The package also has a

Paris themed set of 40 premium note cards/envelopes and a lavender scented package of

homemade soaps and bath bombs, made locally by the Franciscan Peacemakers.

Value: $350

Donated by: Alliance Francais of Milwaukee, East Town Association, Tyne Turner and

Michael Warren, The Baranko Family

4002 - IT'S ABOUT THE FOOD

A gift basket from the Lowlands Group with 2 (two) bottles of specialty beer, 2 (two) beer

glasses, T-shirt, and premium chocolate bars-includes Value: $25 gift card good at

Trocadero, Café Hollander, Café Centraal, or Café Benelux. Add to that a Value: $40 credit

toward any Milwaukee Food Tours Expedition - one of the top Milwaukee activities on

TripAdvisor.

Value: $90

Donated by: Lowlands Group, Milwaukee Food Tours

4003 - OPENING NIGHTS AT THE SKYLIGHT!

Get some of the best seats in the house with two (2) opening night tickets on the orchestra

level at Skylight Music Theatre for "HYDROGEN JUKEBOX" on March 14, 2014 and

"HAIR" on May 16, 2014.

Value: $240

Donated by: Skylight Music Theatre

4004 - ALLEN EDMONDS GIFT CARD

Does Dad need a new pair of shoes or other accessories? Use this Value: $100 Allen

Edmonds gift card.

Value: $100

Donated by: Allen Edmonds

4005 - A NIGHT DOWNTOWN

Enjoy a night of culture with 3 of your best friends. This package includes a Value: $150 gift

certificate for dinner at either Wisconsin Club location, plus transportation for up to four

(4) to any downtown venue and four (4) tickets to the Milwaukee Ballet "SPRING SERIES"

showing Friday, April 4, 2014 at the Marcus. No exchanges, no refunds. Theatre seats are in

groups of two.

Value: $525

Donated by: The Wisconsin Club, Milwaukee Ballet

4006 - RISE AND SHINE!

Enjoy your morning coffee in this exquisite French coffee set: 4 French themed mugs, 4

coffee spoons, 4 placemats. And for your wall, a heavy metal-based wall art face in sunny

rustic red-from Samara Garden and Home, LLC.

Value: $190

Donated by: SUSAN FREDMAN at HOME, Katie and Jason Weeks

4007 - SKYLIGHT MUSIC THEATRE TICKETS

A package night out: Two (2) tickets to a performance during Skylight Music Theatre's

2013-14 season (no Friday or Saturday evening shows). Add on dinner at a Bartolotta

Restaurant with a Value: $50 gift card (Harbor House excluded).

Value: $170

Donated by: Skylight Music Theatre, Bartolotta Restaurant Group

4008 - BORN TO RUN

A numbered and autographed glass framed picture display of Bruce Springsteen and

Clarence Clemons - The Boss and The Big Man. Certificate of authenticity included.

Value: $300

Donated by: The Conlon Family

4009 - FACIAL TREATMENT PACKAGE

Need a facial pick-me-up for Spring? Here is an Enhancing Light Promo Card - one skin

tightening; one microderm abrasion; one micropeel. Locations in Mequon and Elm Grove.

Value: $875

Donated by: Enhancing Light

4010 - HARLEY DAVIDSON-PRICELESS

A Harley Fan "Must Have" - "The Harley Davidson Archive Book" personally signed by

Willie G. Davidson and Bill Davidson. Also included in this package is a VIP tour for up to

12 people of the Harley Museum/Archives with a Curatorial staff member - Priceless!

Priceless

Donated by: Harley Davidson

4011 - VIOLIN MUSIC

Enhance your dinner, wedding or other special event with one hour of live, professional,

violin music. Rebecca Schulz will play a selection of classical music anywhere in Metro

Milwaukee. Date and location based on mutual agreement. Expires March 1, 2015

Value: $150

Donated by: Rebecca Schulz

4012 - RELAX SPA PACKAGE

A "Relax Package" from Erik of Norway in Mequon--one (1) 30-minute Massage, Erik of

Norway Manicure and a Power Pedicure--approximately 2 hours of relaxation! Expires

September 1, 2014. Also included is a gift box of several Lancôme items to take home for

your own home spa.

Value: $260

Donated by: Erik of Norway, Macy's Mayfair

4013 - VINO/VINYASA PARTY AT THE BOX

Let Jodi Lurie, a certified Yoga Instructor, lead your party of up to 20 people through a

series of fun yoga flows set to the music of your choice at downtown's newest spot, THE

BOX. Jodi will also supply the wine after class. Scheduling based on Jodi's and THE BOX

availability. Add in a package of goodies from Rebel Green, including two (2) Rebel Green

Yoga tanks and 2 yoga mat sprays. Namaste.

Value: $420

Donated by: Jaime Levine and Jamie Berger, Jodi Lurie, Rebel Green

4014 - WINES FOR HUMANITY

Winner is entitled to a "Wines for Humanity" 6 bottle in-home wine tasting for 16-18

people, with a qualified Wine Advisor for 2 (two) hours. There will be an opportunity for

you and your guests to purchase select wines. Call to schedule by October, 2014. Two

Certificates available...one to each of the two highest bidders.

Value: $400

Donated by: Christine Horkan-Wines for Humanity

4015 - AHHHHHH!

Need a little relaxation? Enjoy this Value: $100 gift certificate towards any Well Spa service

located in the Pfister hotel.

Value: $100

Donated by: Marcus Corporation

4016 - SNACK ATTACK

Be ready for those unexpected guests with this snack basket assortment. ORO di Oliva's

Popular Pairing Sampler contains a hand picked selection of some of their most popular oils

and vinegars. Also included is an East Shore Pretzel Company "Bountiful Basket" of snacks

and dips. Finally to serve it all, a dark red rectangular pottery baker and one dessert or dip

bowl from Rowe Pottery Works.

Value: $145

Donated by: Oro di Oliva, , East Shore Specialty Foods, Rowe Pottery Works

4017 - MEDI-SPA PACKAGE

Ready to treat yourself? Take advantage of this New You Gift Certificate Package from

Aspen Medical Aesthetics in Mequon. Enjoy a Microdermabrasion treatment, ten (10) units

of Botox and Value: $300 off any package over Value: $500. Expires March 1, 2015.

Value: $565

Donated by: Aspen Medical Aesthetics and Laser Clinic

4018 - 3 HOUR PERSONAL STYLIST CONSULTATION

A freschstyle consultant will work in your closet and assess your clothing, accessories and

overall style, determining the pieces that stay, get tailored, and get removed. She will then

put your closet back together, maximizing space and efficiency, so that you are able to see

your clothing more clearly. Finally, your stylist completes a detailed diagnostic,

summarizing the consultations and outlining the next steps for personal shopping and

overall closet and style improvements.

Value: $450

Donated by: Freschstyle

4019 - PROFESSIONAL ARTWORK ON CANVAS

From the Studios of Dave Watkins, we present to you this one of a kind piece of art: "React"

12" x 16" Original Acrylic paining on canvas.

Value: $175

Donated by: Dave Watkins Fine Art

4020 - THE BEST OF DOOR COUNTY

Enjoy theater in the peninsula with this gift certificate for two (2) Adult General Admission

Tickets to a summer show at the America Folklore Theatre in 2014 at Peninsula State Park,

and two (2) tickets to a Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday Peninsula Players Theatre

performance in the 2014 season.

Value: $130

Donated by: American Folklore Theatre, Peninsula Players Theatre

4021 - LET'S DANCE

From Fred Astaire in the Third Ward: a dance package gift certificate for two (2) private

dance lessons and two (2) dance parties to be used as an individual or with a partner. New

Students Only. Expires June 1, 2014.

Value: $268

Donated by: Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Milwaukee

4022 - A MILWAUKEE STAYCATION

Be a tourist in your own home town with one night's stay at the Milwaukee Hilton City

Center (expires March 1, 2015), two (2) ticket vouchers to "SKIN TIGHT" playing 4/4/14 to

4/27/14 at Renaissance Theaterworks, and a Value: $250 gift certificate to Pizza Man.

**Please note that "SKIN TIGHT" features brief nudity and mature language.

Value: $541

Donated by: Milwaukee Hilton City Center, Renaissance Theaterworks, Pizza Man

4023 - LONE RANGER COCKTAIL BASKET

A large tub with all the fixins' for your own Lone Ranger Cocktail party - a little tequila, a

little wine and the other secret ingredients with the recipe for summer fun.

Value: $100

Donated by: The Lone Ranger Team

4024 - SPRING MAKEOVER

Shake off the winter blues with a color and cut with Matt and full lash set with Melida at

Salon Nova on Milwaukee's East Side.

Value: $345

Donated by: Salon Nova

4025 - BELGIUM BEER PACKAGE

This specialty beer lover's package includes a little of everything! Enjoy eight (8) 750 mL

bottles of your favorite brew with four (4) Triple Karmeliet beer glasses, 1 Belgian Beer

Tray, 2 cases (two 12-packs) of Belgian Beer.

Value: $520


4026 - WINE TASTING FROM GRUNAU WINES

A private Grunau Wines wine tasting in your home for up to 8 people on a mutually agreed

upon date. John and Adrienne Grunau will provide and pour three single vineyard

California wines representing their outstanding 2010 vintage. Book soon while the vintage

is available. Expires September 1, 2014.

Value: $350

Donated by: John and Adrienne Grunau

4027 - SUMMER IN THE CITY

Two Milwaukee favorites in one package! From Sprecher: One (1) 4-pack of Mai Bock Brew,

one (1) 4-pack of Blueberry soda, two (2) small bags of Kettle Chips, two (2) pint glasses and

two (2) brewery tour coupons. After the tour, enjoy the warm weather fun with four (4)

tickets to Summerfest 2014!

Value: $75

Donated by: Sprecher Brewery, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.

4028 - CASHMERE SHAWL

Stay warm on the cool evenings. From Etcetera, here is a wool/cashmere espresso

triangular shawl that converts to a shrug. Perfect for dress of casual wear.

Value: $275

Donated by: Kris O'Meara and Annette Tighe

4029 - TENNIS ANYONE?

One month unlimited membership at Elite Fitness (New members only, expires June 30,

2014) and a Gamma Tennis Ball hopper with 1 case - 12 cans of Penn tennis balls.

Value: $174

Donated by: Elite Fitness and the Baranko Family

4030 - INDOOR SEATING!

From the La Lune Collection of furniture, simplicity really can be beautiful, as evidenced by

the clean lines and uncomplicated comfort of this beautiful indoor bench upholstered in

leather.

Value: $Value: $500

Donated by: La Lune Collection--Cathy and Mario Costantini

OUT & ABOUT

5001 - TAKE ME TO THE COUNTRY

Need to get away with the kids? Enjoy an overnight stay in a deluxe room and 4 waterpark

passes at the Country Springs Hotel in Pewaukee. Expires February 28, 2015.

Value: $150

Donated by: Country Springs Hotel

5002 - THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

The Broadway Touring musical "THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA" is coming to the

Marcus Center this summer. Enjoy two tickets to the show on July 23, 2014. Mail

paperwork in early for best seats!

Value: $180

Donated by: Marcus Center for the Performing Arts

5003 - PING PONG PARTY

Ready for the fun and games? This certificate entitles you to 2 (two) hours of VIP access to

SPiN Milwaukee's Private Room in the Third Ward, which features private bar service, and

two table tennis courts for you and your guests. (Does not include food and drinks.)

Value: $500

Donated by: SPiN Milwaukee

5004 - EAST SIDER PACKAGE

Enjoy the best of the Eastside with four ticket vouchers, each good for 2 tickets to any Peck

School of the Arts event. Each voucher valued at Value: $40. Start or end the evening with a

Value: $25 gift certificate to Beans and Barley.

Value: $185

Donated by: UWM Peck School of the Arts, Beans and Barley

5005 - "LEND ME A TENOR"

From the Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, two (2) tickets to "LEND ME A TENOR" April 10-

27, 2014. This comedy was nominated for numerous awards on Broadway and is sure to be

an enjoyable evening.

Value: $80

Donated by: Milwaukee Chamber Theatre

5006 - GET CREATIVE

A Value: $100 gift card from Splash towards a private painting event and Value: $100 from

Swig for catering to Splash--make it a fun night in the Third Ward.

Value: $200

Donated by: Swig and Splash

5007 - EMERALD CITY THEATRE-CHICAGO TICKETS

Heading down to Chicago? Enjoy four (4) tickets to "STILES AND DREWS THREE LITTLE

PIGS" at the Apollo Theatre Chicago. Now through May 30, 2014. The kids will love it!

Value: $60

Donated by: Emerald City Theatre Company

5008 - THEATRE AND DINING

Need a night on the town? Enjoy two tickets to any Next Act Theatre performance - must be

redeemed by December 1, 2014. Couple your show with a Value: $50 gift card to Blue's Egg

or Maxie's.

Value: $120

Donated by: Next Act Theatre, Blue's Egg and Maxie's

5009 - DINNER AND A SHOW

Two ticket vouchers, redeemable for a 2014/2015 Milwaukee Repertory Theater Quadracci

Powerhouse or Stiemke Studio Production. Vouchers not to be redeemed for "A Christmas

Carol" or special events. Enjoy dinner before the show with a Value: $50 gift card to

Carson's Ribs.

Value: $140

Donated by: Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Carson's Ribs

5010 - IN TANDEM

We've got a great tandem package for you! Warm things up with two tickets for "1959 PINK

THUNDERBIRD" running April 25-May 18, 2014 at In Tandem Theatre. This comedy set in

the late 1970's in a small Texas town will keep you laughing. Before the show, enjoy dinner

at a Bartolotta restaurant with a Value: $50 gift card (Harbor House excluded).

Value: $100

Donated by: In Tandem Theatre, Bartolotta Restaurant Group

5011 - BRADFORD PORTRAITS

Heading to Florida? Have your family personally photographed by world renowned

Bradford Portraits at their Palm Beach, FL studio. Package includes portrait session plus 20

inch wall portrait on canvas with lavish artistry and an overnight stay at the 5 star Diamond

Eau Hotel & Resort Palm Beach. Airfare not included. Expires September 1, 2014. No

transportation.

Value: $5,500

Donated by: Bradford Portraits

5012 - TAKE ME TO THE ZOO!

See the Milwaukee County Zoo from the other side! A docent tour guide will take you and

five (5) guests (children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult) on a behind the scenes

journey. Visit areas not normally open to the general public and see firsthard how the

zookeepers work with the animals. Tours may be scheduled May through October. And

for the little one, a small zebra costume, used in a First Stage production. Both items are

priceless!

Priceless

Donated by: Milwaukee Zoological Society, First Stage

SPORTS

6001 - MILWAUKEE ADMIRAL TICKETS

As their season comes to a close soon, there is still time to see the Milwaukee Admirals with

4 vouchers to a game. Expires April 14, 2014

Value: $76

Donated by: Milwaukee Admirals

6002 - GOLF THE NORTH SHORE

The courses will be opening soon. Get ready for a round of golf for 4 at North Shore Country

Club during the 2014 season!

Value: $400

Donated by: North Shore Country Club

6003 - DIAMOND BOX

Enjoy a 2014 Brewers game with four (4) Diamond Box tickets behind the Brewers dugout

for a mutually agreed upon date. Book early for the best seats.

Value: $400

Donated by: MillerCoors

6004 - SAILBOAT RIDE

From the Milwaukee Sailing Center, enjoy a one (1) hour sailboat ride for up to four (4)

people on Lake Michigan--a great way to spend a Summer 2014 afternoon or evening!

Value: $80

Donated by: Milwaukee Community Sailing Center

6005 - BADGER FOOTBALL TICKETS

GO BUCKY!!! Two (2) Badger Football tickets to your choice of either game on 9/6/14

(Western Illinois) or 9/20/24 (Bowling Green). Game date can be arranged with Donated

by.

Value: $100

Donated by: La Macchia Group, LLC

6006 - DONALD DRIVER FRAMED PORTRAIT

What a necessity for any Packer fan - a 16x20 framed in glass photo personally autographed

by Donald Driver, future hall of famer. Comes with certificate of authenticity.

Value: $349

Donated by: Legends of the Field

6007 - JEAN SEGURA AUTOGRAPHED BAT

A premier Rawlings baseball bat by Brewers short stop Jean Segura. Comes with certificate

of authenticity. Batter up!

Value: $150


6008 - AUTOGRAPHED MINI PACKER HELMETS

An incredible duo of Packer memorabilia. Two mini-Packer helmets - one autographed by

wide receiver Randall Cobb, and the other by wide receiver Jarrett Boykin.

Value: $130


6009 - WOMENS BOOT CAMP

Enjoy 15 sessions of women's bootcamp at the Mequon location of Brew City Boot Camp.

New clients only please.

Value: $255

Donated by: Brew City Wellness

6010 - MILWAUKEE BUCKS PACKAGE

Milwaukee Bucks "Behind the Scenes Package" which includes 4 game tickets and a chance

to watch pre-game warm-ups during the 2014-2015 season. Add to that a package of

Milwaukee Bucks related items including an autographed basketball and small Bucks T-

Shirt signed by # 7 Ersan Ilyasova, a small Bucks mascot blowup, a Toddler size red Adidas

T-shirt and matching Adidas Jacket.

Value: $350

Donated by: Milwaukee Bucks and The Mesenbourg Family

6011 - SKYDIVING!

JUMP!!! A certificate for a tandem Skydive. Experience the rush of freefall and serenity of

canopy flight with a tandem skydive! Winner must be 18. Expires March 1, 2015

Value: $199

Donated by: Milwaukee Skydive

TEEN

7001 - BRUNCH AND BUNNY GUMBO THEATRE

Two (2) weekend passes to Combat Theatre in June, 2014, to be held at the Milwaukee

Youth Arts Center. Add to that a Value: $50 dining gift certificate to hot brunch spot "The

National", located in the Fifth Ward.

Value: $110

Donated by: The Bunny Gumbo Theatre Company and The National

7002 - XBOX ONE

The hot new video game system--the XBOX ONE. Xbox One delivers an all-new gaming and

entertainment experience that will transform how you play. Xbox One brings together the

best games, the most reliable service and rich entertainment all-in-one system that is built

for today and tomorrow.

Value: $500

Donated by: Dan Jones

7003 - WHAT A GIRL NEEDS!

A package of treats for any teen: A Vera Bradley tote and matching cosmetic case, from

Canela-Canela a one of kind necklace made with natural and unique finds and a Value: $25

gift card to Bayshore to complete the package!

Value: $195

Donated by: The Sheehan Family, Beechwood Sales and Service, Canela-Canela,

Bayshore Town Center

7004 - GETTING READY FOR PROM?

From Stella and Dot here is a Neeya Bracelet - an Indian-inspired, pave-encrusted soft link

bracelet makes the perfect statement. And from blush!, a one-on-one makeup and skin care

consultation.

Value: $248

Donated by: Stella & Dot-Aree Wichmann, blush!-a beauty boutique

7005 - RAVE TICKETS

Turn the music up! Don’t miss your favorite band the next time they're in Milwaukee! Six

(6) tickets to the concert of your choice at The Rave. Must request tickets at least two weeks

prior to concert date.

Value: $240


7006 - ROCK IN STYLE

Limited Edition 88Nine Radio Koss Headphones-UR-50, 88Nine t-shirts, and a collection

of CDs including Justin Timberlake, Train and Taylor Swift.

Value: $90

Donated by: Radio Milwaukee -88Nine

7007 - Wii-U WHITE PACKAGE

The Wii-U White Package gaming system with Nintendo Land game and an original "Jerry

Rice and Nitus Dog Football Game". This new system plays your old Wii games too--

BONUS!!!

Value: $280

Donated by: The Djurasovic Family, Kim Cieszykowski

7008 - ZOMBIE BASKET-GIRL

In honor of the Young Company's production of "Maul of the Dead," the Frank family offers

a collection of items for girls celebrating "The Walking Dead." Items include a Zombies

lunchbox, Zombie Survival Guide, Walking Dead: The Poster Collection, 2 (two) Walking

Dead T-shirts, The Walking Dead Board Game and other zombie goodies.

Value: $150

Donated by: The Frank Family

7009 - ZOMBIE BASKET-GUY

In honor of the Young Company's production of "Maul of the Dead," the Frank family offers

this collection of items for guys celebrating "The Walking Dead". Gift Box includes: The

Walking Dead Board Game, The Walking Dead Original Soundtrack, the Walking Dead

Compendium One, Walking Dead Hooded one piece pajamas, and other zombie goodies.

Value: $150

Donated by: The Frank Family

7010 - PIZZA FOR A YEAR!

Hungry? Enjoy "Pizza for a Year" certificates, each redeemable for a large Rocky Rococo

Pan Style Pizza each month for a year…up to two toppings included!

Value: $225

Donated by: Rocky Rococo

7011 - E STREET SHOPPING

Need something new for Spring? Here is a Value: $125 gift card to E Street "Outlet" in

Mequon

Value: $125

Donated by: E Street "Outlet"

7012 - LEGO-PARIS CAFÉ

Just released in 2014, here is the Lego Creator Expert Parisian Restaurant Lego set. This

beautifully detailed building is a great addition to the modular building series. The Parisian

Restaurant has a fully-stocked kitchen as well as a cozy apartment. On the top floor is the

artist's room with a studio. Outside, stairs lead down to the roof terrace. This model will

recapture the feel of Paris. Includes 5 minifigures: chef, waiter, girl and a romantic couple.

Suggested age 16+. Over 2400 pieces

Value: $168

Donated by: Betsy and Dan Corry

7013 - ACADEMY ARTWORK CHEER-3

A rectangular canvas piece of artwork done in acrylics of the First Stage Academy Cheer -

painted in grays, blues and reds by a First Stage Academy student.

priceless

Donated by: Elizabeth Stawski

7014 - GO-PRO HELMET CAM

It is the Go Pro HERO3 White Edition Helmet Cam - Features wide resolutions, 5 MP

photos, an ultra wide angle lens and built in Wi-Fi. Waterproof to 131 feet. Perfect for

teens…or their parents!

Value: $200

Donated by: The Emory Family

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