THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2014 6:30PM THE GALLERY AT GREENHILL
TA K E M E O U T T O T H E B A L L GA M E
VALUE: $480
Donor: Louise & Jim Brady What better way to spend time with friends and family than at a Grasshoppers Baseball Game? This package includes 24 tickets to a luxury suite at NewBridge Bank Park on Sunday, June 1, 2014. Watch the game in style and enjoy a remarkable view of downtown Greensboro while enjoying all the amenities of home. The luxury suite is complete with refrigerator, cable TV, climate control and dedicated food service staff. Catering is not included but can be arranged at least four days prior to the game.
JEWELRY & JEWELRY BOX
VALUE: $250
Donor: Lisa Johnson & Company You will enjoy wearing these modern bracelets and earrings. Casual yet chic, they are perfect for a lunch date with the girls or an evening on the town. This fun and versatile jewelry will quickly become a staple of any wardrobe. Keep your new jewelry and all your other favorites organized in the modern jewelry box with design elements modeled after a ceiling detail in the Aarhus Museum of Art in Aarhaus, Denmark.
N E C K L AC E B Y H E AT H E R K E Y T I L L E R
VALUE: $425
Donor: Heather Key Tiller of Filigree A go to piece of jewelry to dress up any outfit from running to the grocery store to an evening gala. You will love this one-of-a-kind necklace by Heather Key Tiller. The elegant design of this necklace features a variety of high quality, scintillating stones, such as tourmaline and lemon topaz, making it the perfect accent for any outfit.
R OAD AND R AIL S, BADMINT ON HOUSE BY DOUGLAS FREEMAN
VALUE: $3,200
Donor: Douglas Freeman You too can own an original Douglas Freeman work of art. Road and Rails, Badminton House is a 40 x 60 inch piece which will provide you with a sense of peace and serenity. Douglas received a BFA with a concentration in Furniture Design at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Before his career in painting, Douglas designed furniture for David Edward and Niermann Weeks.
C L A S S I C G R E E N S B O R O PA C K A G E A T THE O. HENRY HOTEL
VALUE: $345
Donor: O. Henry Hotel, Quaintance-Weaver Have a classic Greensboro experience during your one-night stay at the O. Henry Hotel. Begin your stay by checking in early to one of their spacious King rooms; arrive to a bottle of wine, handcrafted Belgian truffles and a keepsake Gift of the Magi book. A romantic turndown service including a bubble bath and candles. Wake up the following day and enjoy the O. Henry’s delicious Southern-style breakfast buffet and late checkout. Available May 15, 2014-August 31, 2014 at a mutually agreed upon time; some blackout dates may apply.
S O I R É E F O R T W E LV E
VALUE: PRICELESS
Donor: Lisa & Bert Newsome, Kimberly & John Strong, Chip Callaway Enjoy a wonderful evening in nationally acclaimed landscape architect Chip Callaway’s garden while you and 11 friends dine on a lovely meal specially prepared by Lisa, Bert, Kimberly and John. You and your friends will enjoy a guided tour through Chip’s beautiful garden while you sip on delicious cocktails and wine. Enjoy delicious appetizers alfresco style, and then be seated for delightful courses that will be a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Wines will be served with every course. This dinner is available in either the Fall or Spring and must be a mutually agreeable date.
CLAR A W ILLIAMS JEWELRY
VALUE: $1,190
Donor: The Clara Williams Company Clara Rankin Williams’ impressive sense of design and classic style is conveyed in her innovative lines of jewelry. This beautifully handcrafted two-strand, gold fill, hammered oval links necklace with magnetic black onyx tassel will become a go-to piece. Add it to your existing Clara Williams pieces, or let it be the beginning of a wonderful collection. The Clara Williams Company: Where fashion and function come together to create classic jewelry.
L ON G W E E K E N D I N B E A U F O R T, N C
VALUE: $800
Donor: Adeline & David Talbot Spend a long weekend in this charming 19th Century restored clammer’s two bedroom cottage in historic Beaufort, NC. Beaufort, founded in 1709 and North Carolina’s third oldest town, offers much to see and appreciate. There are many beautifully restored homes that pre-date the Civil War, and the water vista and tree lined streets are most picturesque. You can take excursions from the waterfront to Cape Lookout and Shackleford Banks, kayak down Taylor’s Creek, or take a water taxi across Taylor’s Creek to swim and have a romantic picnic on Carrot Island. There are also numerous specialty shops and fine dining restaurants close-by. Sleeps 4-6 and is available at a mutually agreed upon time. No dogs please!
DUKE BASKETBALL TICKETS
VALUE: PRICELESS
Donor: Leslie & Robert Ketner Join the Cameron Crazies in one of the most unique and intimate basketball arenas, Cameron Indoor Stadium. This package includes four tickets to a game during the 2014-2015 men’s basketball season and a parking pass. Available for a mutually agreed upon game, excluding the Duke vs. UNC home game.
P R O X I M I T Y PA C K A G E
VALUE: $340
Donor: Proximity Hotel, Quaintance-Weaver Enjoy a fun and luxurious stay-cation at the Proximity Hotel in one of their Loft King rooms. Check-in early and arrive to a bottle of wine and chocolate truffles, and romantic turndown with candles. Wake up the following day, explore Greensboro and the beautiful Greenway by foot or bicycle (rental included in the package) and enjoy a late checkout. Available May 15, 2014-August 31, 2014 at a mutually agreed upon time; some blackout dates may apply.
COLE HA AN LUGGAGE
VALUE: $495
Donor: Cole Haan Cole Haan is known for creating unique products combining style and substance that are crafted on the cutting-edge of technology and timeless quality. Made of glove-soft Italian leather, this bag is perfectly proportioned to hold all your overnight or weekend away musts, in one nifty package. Perfect item for ladies who are looking for something for their man.
PEARSON CHAIR
VALUE: $1,650 Donor: Pearson
This woven fabric chair features a cutting-edge photo-realistic technique used to create the beautiful landscape focal point on the back. Made with high quality materials, this plush chair will become a contemporary highlight in any room.
EARRINGS BY DOUGLAS HARLING
VALUE: $550
Donor: Douglas Harling These versatile and chic disc earrings were crafted by Douglas Harling just for Art รก la Carte out of 22k gold with 14k gold posts. Originally from Greensboro, Douglas Harling now lives in Kalispell, Montana and is head of the Goldsmithing and Jewelry Arts Program at Flathead Valley Community College. His awards include a Southern Arts Federation/NEA Grant, North Carolina Artist Fellowship Grant, and an American Craft Council Award of Excellence.
A CHEF’S LIFE EXPERIENCE
VALUE: $800
Donor: Vivian Howard Time to go to Kinston! Chef Vivian Howard will prepare an incredible six-course dining experience with wine pairings for four people. With a menu especially designed for you, Vivian will conjure up a meal that at once is familiar and southern while being sophisticated and layered. A Peabody Awardee, James Beard Nominee, host of PBS’s A Chef’s Life and co-owner and chef of the AAA 4 Diamond Chef and the Farmer Restaurant, Vivian brings a certain “je ne sais quoi” to each meal she lovingly prepares. You will not leave Eastern North Carolina disappointed. Date to be mutually agreed upon, excludes any additional alcohol.
NIGHT OUT IN ARTQUEST
VALUE: $700
Donor: Greenhill and The Fresh Market Experience a fun and engaging girl’s night out for 12 in ArtQuest with textile artist Paige Cox. Get creative and enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres provided by The Fresh Market while Paige helps you create a fun and easy needle felting masterpiece for your home or office! Available at a mutually agreed upon time June 2014-June 2015.
GROW ING BY AMY GORDON
VALUE: $800
Donor: Amy Gordon Amy Gordon has worked as a menswear designer since graduating from NC State University and studing painting in London and San Francisco. Her painting entitled Growing, is vibrant, textural and complex in composition. The 30 x 30 inch acrylic on panel would be the perfect addition to any home or office.
T H E U M S T E A D H O T E L & S PA , C A R Y, N C
VALUE: $460
Donor: The Umstead Hotel and Spa Enjoy a one night stay in a premier king room with dinner for two at Herons Restaurant. The Umstead Hotel and Spa is North Carolina’s most highly rated hotel. Experience its stunning interiors accented with privately curated fine art, exquisite dining, luxurious spa treatments, and breathtaking views. The certificate is valid June 1, 2014-December 1, 2014, and does not include alcohol.
K A T E S PA D E P U R S E
VALUE: $600
Donor: In loving memory of Frances & Phil Daly This thick, soft, luscious cowhide leather tote boasts a ton of feminine flair thanks to a troupe of pyramid-studded bows at the front. A magnetic snap closure makes in-and-out a cinch and keeps your phone, keys and wallet organized and close at hand (with plenty of room for more must-haves).
G A R D E N PA R T Y F O R 1 2 A T S U M M E R F I E L D FA R M S
VALUE: $1,200
Donor: Fresh, Local, Good Food Group & Summerfield Farms Enjoy a beautiful garden party for 12 at the recently completed Garden at Summerfield Farms. Just down the road but a world away, Summerfield Farms is a picturesque working farm and an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable casual gathering. Food and drinks will be provided by Fresh, Local, Good Food Group (catering is valued at $900). Available at a time and location on the farm that is mutually agreed upon; additional guests may be added at Summerfield Farms’ discretion.
W I N E PA I R I N G D I N N E R
VALUE: $1,200
Donor: 1618 Concepts Invite 15 of your friends to a private wine pairing dinner at the always fun 1618 Wine Lounge. You and your guests will enjoy a special four course menu created by Chef du Cusine, Harrison Simpson, and exceptional wine pairings selected by General Manager, Stacey Land, in 1618’s stylish new private space. Available at a mutually agreed upon time, excluding furniture market and holidays.
PA R A D I S E VA L L E Y R A N C H I N M O N T A N A F O R M E R LY O W N E D B Y D E N N I S Q U A I D
VALUE: $25,000
Donor: David Couch Escape from it all and experience seven days at the incredible 420 acre “Camp Warren Oates” ranch in Montana. The ranch, featured in Architectural Digest in 2003, offers breathtaking views, approximately two miles of fishable Six Mile Creek, two trout ponds, and miles of riding and hiking trails – perfect for the outdoor enthusiast! Camp Warren Oates sits at the base of Emigrant Peak near Dailey Lake, approximately 30 miles from the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park, which provides a diverse and spectacular terrain spanning from native grassland to the forested mountains. The mighty Yellowstone River provides an inviting playground for fly fishers, kayakers and rafters. Take a trip off the ranch and visit nearby historic Chico Hot Springs, Bozeman and the charming yet progressive town of Livingston which offer activities for the whole family. Bring a crowd! The package includes three charming guest houses, with a total of six bedrooms, making this a truly exceptional Montana retreat. Available at a mutually agreed upon time, air travel, extracurricular and ground transportation not included. Extracurricular activities include: fly fishing, fishing, snow skiing, hiking, shopping, dining, Yellowstone National Park tours, kayaking, rafting, spa activities and hunting.
CHARLESTON WEEKEND
VALUE: PRICELESS
Donor: Monica & Alex Opoulos and Betsy & Wes Fuller of SALT at Station 22 Enjoy a long weekend away in beautiful Isle of Palms, South Carolina. The home recently featured in Charleston magazine is the perfect balance of comfort and sophistication. Only two blocks away from the beach, it sleeps up to eight making it the perfect place to relax with friends or family. While there, enjoy dinner for six at SALT at Station 22 on Sullivan’s Island (valued at $300). This swank and modern restaurant features a beautiful raw bar and menu filled with local seafood dishes by Chef Laird Boles. Plan your trip Thursday through Sunday, September 2014–September 2015, at a mutually agreeable time with the homeowners.
ST UDY BY JOHN BEERMAN
VALUE: $2,950
Donor: John Beerman John’s work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, and is represented in many museums including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; and the Whitney Museum of American Art, New York. He attended the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture and earned a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design and has received numerous awards and fellowships, including the Pollack-Krasner Foundation Award. In preparation for his exhibition at Greenhill, John spent time in the mountains of Western North Carolina, looking out at Grandfather Mountain. The series of studies in the exhibition are not typically for sale, so this is a special opportunity to get a wonderful work that also benefits Greenhill, where John serves on the Board of Directors.
W E E K D AY T R E E H O U S E E S C A P E F O R T WO AT P R I M L A N D
VALUE: $1,900 Donor: Primland
Enjoy a weekday escape to a Primland Tree House! The Tree House offers a secret retreat in the skyscape of the Blue Ridge Mountains providing privacy, beauty and serenity. Built of cedar wood, spanning two mature trees or nestled on the limbs of an old growth oak, the lodgings blend a rustic feel with modern amenities within 440 sq. ft. of heated living quarters for an inspiring getaway like no other. Package includes two night stay and dinner for two at the tree house (weather permitting). Available for midweek stays only, Sunday – Thursday. Advance reservations required.
C O C K T A I L PA R T Y F O R 3 0
VALUE: $1,800
Donor: Josephine’s Bistro and Bar Host an elegant cocktail party for 30 prepared by Josephine’s Bistro and Bar. Enjoy 5-7 hand selected wines paired with 3-4 specially prepared hors d’oeuvres in the comfort of your own home. Combine great food, wine and friends for a spectacular evening. Available at a mutually agreed upon time, May – November 2014, excluding holidays and Sundays.
CAR OLINA BASKETBALL TICKET S
VALUE: PRICELESS
Donor: Jackie & Steven Bell Live at the Dean Dome! Enjoy four tickets to a Carolina Basketball game during the 2014-2015 men’s basketball season. The tickets are centrally located in the lower part of the arena (Row L). A parking pass will also be provided. Available for a mutually agreed upon game, excluding the UNC vs. Duke home game.