LIVE AUCTION ITEMS
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LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 1. NOTRE DAME SEASON TICKETS & BEHIND-THE-SCENES EXPERIENCE
2. GOURMET DINNER FOR 10 HOSTED BY FRANCOIS AND NANOR MERCHO
Item description: Don’t miss out on this unique and one-time-only Notre Dame 2014 football season ticket package, which will be awarded to the highest bidder! The package includes a total of 20 tickets, with a different viewing perspective of the Fighting Irish for each game!
Item description: Francois and Nanor Mercho are opening up their home for a party of ten to enjoy a wonderful gourmet dinner! You and your lucky friends will taste exquisite Lebanese, Greek, and Armenian cuisines. Gather your friends and enjoy dinner with the ultimate host and hostess. It’s an experience you won’t forget!
Package includes: • August 30: Notre Dame vs Rice, 6 tickets—including an exclusive behind-the-scenes stadium tour. • September 6: Notre Dame vs Michigan, 4 tickets. • September 13: Notre Dame vs Purdue Shamrock Series at Lucas Oil Stadium, 2 tickets. • October 4: Notre Dame vs Stanford, 2 tickets. • October 11: Notre Dame vs North Carolina, 2 tickets. • November 15: Notre Dame vs Northwestern, 2 tickets. • November 22: Notre Dame vs Louisville, 2 tickets. Restrictions: Tickets may NOT be re-sold Donors: Gregg and Lori Gallant Brother Ken Haders, C.S.C. Mike and Rosie Houk Brother Roy Smith, C.S.C. Joe and Karen Webb
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Restrictions: • Based on mutually agreed-upon date and time. • Expires December 31, 2014. Donors: Francois and Nanor Mercho
LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 3. LA DOLCE VITA YACHT EXPERIENCE
4. JACK DOYLE’S ULTIMATE COLTS VIP EXPERIENCE
Item description: Three-day exclusive 80-foot-yacht cruise for six people from St. Petersburg to Longboat Key in Sarasota, Florida. The La Dolce Vita is truly a first-class VIP yacht experience that will depart on the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico! Shopping accessible on St. Armand’s Circle.
Item description: Jack Doyle ‘08 was a member of the 2006 Cathedral state championship football team and now he is playing professional football for the Indianapolis Colts! The winning bidder will begin the evening with a $500 gift certificate for dinner at St. Elmo Steak House. After dinner, stroll over to Lucas Oil Stadium to watch the Indianapolis Colts. This once-in-a-lifetime experience includes four VIP sideline seats for a game during the 2014 football season and a VIP visit to the Lucas Oil Stadium field. The field visit and sideline seats are rare, which makes this experience a must-have! A VIP parking pass and an authentic Colt’s jersey and glove autographed by Jack Doyle are included.
Package includes: • Private shuttle service to and from airport. • Daily meals on the yacht, 200 gallons of fuel for your travel adventures, a captain and a mate, dockage fees at port of call, and taxes. • Use of two Kawasaki Jet Skis. • One 16" 90HP Bubbleshark Inflatable Tender. • Guest resort cards to The Resort on Longboat Key. • Access to golf on private course (fees may apply). Restrictions: • Trip must be booked by December 1, 2014 and must be booked 14 days prior to travel. • Expires December 31, 2014. • Based on mutually agreeable dates. Subject to availability. • Does not include gratuities. • Does not include additional fuel if more than 200 gallons of fuel are used. Donors: James Jannetides University Loft Company
Package includes: • Autographed Jack Doyle Indianapolis Colts Jersey. • Autographed Jack Doyle glove. • Four VIP field sideline seats for a 2014 game. • VIP field visit. • VIP parking pass. • $500 gift card to St. Elmo Steak House. Restrictions: • Game must be mutually agreed upon for the 2014 season. • Expires December 31, 2014. Donors: Jack Doyle Indianapolis Colts
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LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 5. DAZZLING DIAMOND DANGLE SCROLLED EARRINGS
6. YACHT CLUB ON GEIST WITH STATE CHAMPIONSHIP COACH STREIFF
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Item description: Take hold of Cathedral’s long and storied football tradition and spend an evening with Coach Rick Streiff at the beautiful Indianapolis Yacht Club on Geist. Coach Streiff is in his 18th season as Cathedral’s head football coach. Cathedral has won IHSAA State Championships under his guidance in 1992, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013.
Vision, Quality, Trust… a Journey. G. Thrapp Jewelers has been serving the Indianapolis community for over 30 years and is totally dedicated to custom design jewelry by housing several premier designer lines from around the world. Give the gift that lasts a lifetime… diamonds! Dazzling 18KW diamond 2.66 carat weight dangle scrolled earrings. Retail value is $6,500. Donor: G. Thrapp Jewelers
Package includes: • Heavy hors d’oeuvres and open bar for twenty people. • Coach Streiff will join you from 7 to 9 pm. He will recap the Four-Peat State Championship 2013 season and provide a preview for the 2014 season. • Custom, personalized football jersey. • Booster passes. Restrictions: • Event must be held by July 21, 2013. Expires July 21, 2013. Blackout dates of July 4th–July 7th. Subject to Indianapolis Yacht Club availability. • Schedule your evening by March 8 with Monica Pollom at Cathedral High School. Donors: Dave and Kelly Day Rick Streiff
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LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 7. CATHEDRAL’S OWN LABRADOODLE PUPPY
8. PRIVATE DINNER WITH PURDUE PRESIDENT MITCH DANIELS AT WESTWOOD
Item description: The donor provides purebred, premium quality, multi-generational, non shedding, hypoallergenic American Labradoodles as well as lifetime support to adoptive families. The puppies are NAKC registered, microchipped, “size dependent,” and have current vaccines and vet certifications. Puppies have a five generation pedigree that shows field and show champions on both sides. The winning bidder has the option to customize his or her American Labradoodle puppy’s color, size, and gender, however this can’t be guaranteed, as nature may take its course. Your Labradoodle puppy will come adorned with all the Cathedral Irish spirit needed—a Cathedral bandana, Irish pup shirt, leash, and a dog bed!
Item description: Whether you know Mitch Daniels as the 49th governor of Indiana, a senior advisor to Presidents Reagan and Bush, or the 12th President of Purdue University, we’re sure you’ll agree that a private dinner with Mitch would be an evening to remember. The winning bidder will enjoy a private dinner for 10 at Westwood. This ornate English Tudor estate was built in 1932 in West Lafayette, Indiana. Since 1971, five Purdue University presidents have called Westwood home. Dinner will be served by a Purdue University chef and will be hosted by President Daniels himself. Whether you want to join with other families, bring your Purdue students, or use this as an exclusive opportunity for your best clients, this is a chance to have a conversation with one of our nation’s leaders, who is setting the pace for higher education in our country.
Restrictions: • It could take up to six months to a year to receive the puppy, but typically it is a three-month wait. Donor: Anonymous
Restrictions: • Expires on April 30, 2014. • Date and time is based on President Daniels’ availability, but will most likely be from 6 to 8 pm on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Donors: Mike Berghoff Mitch Daniels
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LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 9. PRIVATE LUNCH WITH FATHER HESBURGH OF NOTRE DAME
10. DINNER FOR 12 AT THE MYSTERIOUS KESSLER MANSION WITH STEVE HELMICH
Item description: Enjoy a private lunch for four with Father Theodore M. Hesburgh, President Emeritus, University of Notre Dame. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Arguably the most fascinating person on the planet, Father Ted led the Civil Rights Commission in the 1960s, was Chairman of The Rockefeller Foundation, has had over 16 presidential appointments, was President of the Board of Directors of Harvard University, has received the United States Congressional Gold Medal and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and is in the Guinness Book of World Records for the most honorary degrees (he has over 150)... and we could go on! You and three friends will have the rare opportunity to spend approximately two hours with Father Hesburgh in his office on the 13th floor of the Hesburgh Memorial Library at the University of Notre Dame.
Item description: Enjoy private limo transportation and dinner for 12 catered by Sweet and Savory Catering accompanied by special guest Steve Helmich at the mysterious and legendary Kessler Mansion. This is a unique piece of real estate and it is currently for sale!
Restrictions: • Expires December 31, 2014. • Winning bidder will make arrangements through Tom O’Brien. Donor: Fr. Ted Hesburgh
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Restrictions: • Schedule dinner party with Monica Pollom at Cathedral High School by March 8, 2014. • In the event that this house sells before your party, another location will be determined. Donor: Steve Helmich Brian Sanders Sweet and Savory
LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 11. INDY RIDE AND DRIVE ULTIMATE RACING EXPERIENCE FOR SIX
12. EXCLUSIVE EVENT AT GEORGE’S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL
Item description: The Indy Racing Experience Two Seater Ride allows you and five friends to experience speeds and g-forces previously available to only a handful of elite drivers. The car is complete with an authentic racing powerplant that can reach up to 180 miles per hour. The Indy Racing Experience Driving Program puts YOU and five friends in the driver’s cockpit! A lead IndyCar will help you determine your speed and track positioning, putting you in control of the drive of your life!! (Top speeds reaching 130 mph) It will be you and the lead car on track at a time and before the drive you will go through an orientation where you will be taught how to drive this IndyCar machine and how to determine your line positioning on track and bump up those speeds! No prior experience is needed. There will also be a behind-the-scenes tour at the Dallara IndyCar Factory. Visitors get the opportunity to witness IndyCar chassis being made and produced right in front of their eyes!
Item description: This private party for sixty people includes appetizers and buffet or plated dinner of chicken and steak. Beer, wine, and soft drinks are included. Perfect for a graduation, birthday, or anniversary party. Restrictions: • Expires February 22, 2015. • The month of December and Friday and Saturday nights are excluded. Subject to availability. • Gratuity is NOT included. Donor: Jim George
Restrictions: • Expires February 22, 2015. • The Indy Racing Experience is based on a mutually agreed upon date. • Each Indy Racing Experience participant must be 18 years of age or older, under 6’5” in height, and under 250 lbs. • Tours of the Dallara factory occur Monday through Saturday at 11 am, 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm. Donor: Honeywell SHAMRAUCTION 2014 | 19
LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 13. A HIDDEN TREASURE: BLACKBERRY FARM LUXURIOUS GETAWAY
14. INDIANA PACERS BENCH WARMER FOR A GAME EXPERIENCE
Item description: Blackberry Farm is one of America’s most celebrated intimate luxury hotels! Situated on a pastoral 4,200acre estate in the Great Smoky Mountains, Blackberry will show you the many reasons why it is one of the top rated properties in the world! Regardless of the season, Blackberry Farm offers countless activities and adventures to fulfill your every desire. Pamper your mind and body at the Farmhouse Spa. Enjoy Orvisendorsed fly fishing while surrounded by the pristine tranquility of Hesse Creek. Find yourself on a relaxing nature hike. Freewheel down mountain byways and country roads on a custom co-motion bike. Be as active as your heart desires! Attention to detail, impeccable service, and outstanding cuisine are hallmarks of Blackberry Farm.
Item description: • Four Indiana Pacers Bench Warmer for a Game courtside seats to the Pacers vs. Bulls game on Friday, March 21, at 7 pm. • Watch the team warm-up from the Pacers bench prior to doors opening to the general public. • Four autographed photo cards from a Pacers player. • $500 gift card for St. Elmo Steak House.
Package includes: A two-night night stay for two at Blackberry Farm magnificent hotel and resort in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. Includes one meal Friday, three meals Saturday, and two meals Sunday. A $500 voucher for travel or additional accommodations rounds out the package. Restrictions: • Valid for five years. Expires February 22, 2019. Donor: Anonymous
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Restrictions: • Must be used for the Pacers vs. Bulls game on Friday, March 21, 2014, at 7 pm. Donors: Indiana Pacers Edwards family DEEM and CSC
LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 15. NEW YORK CITY ULTIMATE GETAWAY
16. MARTINI SOIREE WITH COLTS GM RYAN GRIGSON
Item description: Take off for the Big Apple… a wonderful trip for two!
Item description: Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime martini soirée dinner for ten with the GM of the Indianapolis Colts, Ryan Grigson, and his wife, Cynthia. This intimate gathering will be hosted by the Ritz Charles in Carmel. The executive chef of the Ritz Charles will pair a delicious dinner with a variety of tasty martinis!
• Experience Indiana’s own David Letterman with two tickets to the Late Show with David Letterman at the Ed Sullivan Theatre. • Shop with a $1,000 Saks Fifth Avenue gift card. • Enjoy a three-night stay at the 4-star Grand Hyatt New York on Park Avenue. • Includes round-trip coach airfare for two from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to New York. Restrictions: • Must be 18 years of age or older to attend the Late Show. Schedule convenient show date with the Ed Sullivan Theater. Ticket redemption is strictly non-transferable. Tickets may NOT be sold. • Airfare must be booked by February 22, 2015. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates are the entire weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. Subject to availability. • Contact Monica Pollom at Cathedral High School to schedule airfare and hotel reservations. Trip must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. • Subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen, or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Ground transportation is not included.
Restrictions: • Based on a date that is mutually agreed upon by the Ritz Charles executive chef and Ryan Grigson. Expires June 30, 2014. • Winning bidder must contact the Ritz Charles executive chef no later March 1, 2014. Minimum of 30 day notice prior to redeeming. • Winning bidder may include additional guests for a supplementary charge per person. Donors: Ritz Charles Ryan and Cynthia Grigson Indianapolis Colts
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LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 17. BRUSH CREEK RANCH GETAWAY
18. UNIQUE PRIVATE PARTY FOR 100
Item description: An all-inclusive stay at The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch for four adults. The Lodge is an ultra-private guest ranch, set on a 15,000-acre working cattle ranch in south central Wyoming. It features a stunning 38,000-square-foot lodge, luxury spa, and renovated cabins. An Orvis-endorsed Fly-Fishing Lodge has miles of private waters and features rolling hills, verdant river valleys, lush forests, and majestic rock formations that create an environment where guests escape in true luxury. This ranch boasts a first class equestrian center, bow and gun club, and western saloon. Horseback riding, hiking, and biking are available. Transportation is not included.
Item description: Gather your friends and family to enjoy a private party for 100 guests hosted at the Medical Academic Center on the top floor of the Indiana Spine Group building, located on North Meridian Street in Carmel. Your party will be exclusively catered by Sahm’s Restaurants, and includes hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and an open bar staffed by a professional bartender! In addition, this venue has a large reception area for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres with a separate viewing room equipped with a movie theater-sized TV screen and auditorium seating. Perfect for a March Madness or Final Four Party, graduation party, special birthday party, reception, viewing party for your favorite professional or college sports game (Colts, MLB, IU, Purdue, Butler, Notre Dame, etc.), or any celebration of your choice!
Package includes: • Three-night, four-day stay for four adults. • Food, premium beer, wine, and spirits. • Outdoor adventures for every season. • Ranch activities with gear and guides. Restrictions: • Off-range and spa treatments not included. • Valid May, June, September, and October 2014. Based on availability. • Contact Brush Creek Ranch by March 8, 2014, to schedule your trip. Donor: Phil Ray
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Restrictions: • Date subject to availability of venue and caterer. • Expires November 30, 2014. Donors: Indiana Spine Group Kevin and Kristi Macadaeg Sahm’s Restaurants
LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 19. TWO BADGES TO THE 2014 MASTERS
20. VACATION AT VENTANA EN EL PACIFICO FOR TEN
Item description: The winning bidder will receive two badges for admission to the 2014 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, on Saturday, April 12, and Sunday, April 13, 2014. Badges include the final round of the 2014 tournament. These badges are SOLD OUT! Augusta National is one of the most famous golf courses in the world, and home of The Masters. This tournament was founded by Bobby Jones and is revered by golfers everywhere. Here you’ll find tournament history, records, and more!
Item description: Enjoy a one week vacation at Ventana en el Pacifico Mexican villa. This home is perched directly on the Pacific. Ventana is a stunning 10,000-square-foot multilevel indoor/outdoor home in a gated community. The luxurious villa has five bedrooms and sleeps ten guests comfortably. Airfare is not included.
Package includes: • Two badges for 2014 Masters Saturday and Sunday tournament. • State-of-the-art Masters hospitality. The Azalea House is a hospitality oasis, which is available for you to relax in and enjoy before and after the event. Amenities include open bar, fantastic food, giant LCD TVs, outdoor patio, live entertainment, and a relaxing environment. Shuttle service is available to and from Gate #6 continuously during tournament hours. • Includes airport and hotel transfers. Restrictions: • Must be used April 12 and 13, 2014. • Does not include airfare or hotel accommodations. Donor: Anonymous
Package includes: Private chef to prepare meals to your taste, houseman manager, five-star daily housekeeping, controlled 24-hour security and off site administrator, large palapa with dining and lounge area, infinity swimming pool with jacuzzi, poolside lounge area, living room and bar with unobstructed ocean view included. Private balcony for each bedroom. King-size beds. Snorkel equipment. Golf cart. Private beach club and workout facility. Private tennis facility with two professional lessons and clinics. Children’s community playground. Deep sea fishing and ocean cruise/snorkel charters easily arranged. Pete Dye-designed 18-hole course nearby. Restrictions: • Mutually agreed-upon date between Nov. 2014, and May 2015, excluding two weeks at Christmas break, Easter weekend, and spring break week. • Refundable damage deposit of $2,000 due two weeks prior to trip and released after departure. • Food and beverage costs not included. Donors: John and Mollie Mulheran
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LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 21. NAPA VALLEY EPICUREAN ADVENTURE FOR TWO
22. MUSIC LOVERS GETAWAY
Item description: Located at the southern tip of Napa Valley in the Carneros region near where Napa and Sonoma meet, the Meritage Resort and Spa is situated on an elevenacre private vineyard and offers an experience like no other for wine enthusiasts.
Item description: Enjoy two lower level seats to a concert of YOUR CHOICE! Whether you like rock, country, or classical music, this is your chance to hear your favorite performer live. Choose from thousands of concerts across the U.S. Select from venues large and small, including Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, Los Angeles Walt Disney Concert Hall, and New York’s Madison Square Garden.
Package includes: • Napa Valley cooking class and farmers market tour with “Cooking with Julie” Cooking School, including a private wine tasting and 3-course lunch. • 3-hour Napa Valley Wine Train gourmet dinner. • Private tour and tasting at Talcott Olive Oil Estate. • 3-night stay in a standard guest room at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Valley. • Leisurely journey between the historic town of Napa to the quaint village of St. Helena and back. • Round-trip coach class airfare for two from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to San Francisco, CA. Restrictions: • Airfare must be booked by February 22, 2015. • Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates are the entire weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. • Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen, or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Ground transportation is not included.
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Package includes: • Two lower level seats to a concert of your choice across the U.S. • Two-night stay in a standard room in deluxe accommodations such as Hyatt, Marriott, Sheraton, Wyndham or comparable. • Round-trip coach class airfare for two within the 48 contiguous U.S. Restrictions: • Airfare must be booked by February 22, 2015. • Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates are the entire weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. • Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen, or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Ground transportation is not included.
LIVE AUCTION ITEMS 23. VENTURE TO THE VATICAN Restrictions: • Trip must be booked by Saturday, March 22, 2014, and must be booked at least 90 days prior to travel. • Must travel by December 31, 2014. • Dates are subject to availability. Blackout dates apply. • The itinerary order is subject to change based on availability of the selected tours. • Contact Monica Pollom at Cathedral High School to schedule your trip with the travel agency. Item description: This unbelievable, once-in-a-lifetime trip to Italy includes airline travel for two, six-day/five-night stay at the Intercontinental de la Ville Rome, and an audience with the Pope Francis for Mass! Itinerary includes: • Private tour of Rome’s fountains and squares. • Beautiful walking tour while stopping to taste Rome’s famous gelato. • Private day trip to the Amalfi Coast with a panoramic drive along the Amalfi Coast. Explore Assisi or the Castle Gandolfo and Franscati, visit the Pope’s summer residence, and stop at Franscati for a wine tasting. • Unique cooking class with dinner. • Audience with the Pope for Mass followed by a private tour of the Vatican and the Scavi. • Private tour of your choice to Ancient Rome and Coliseum Underground or Borghese Gardens. • Private transfer throughout your travels in Rome to and from hotel and airport.
Donors: Fr. Pat Beidelman The Travel Authority Past Masters (previous ShamrAuction Co-Chairs): Jim Alerding Jennifer Brady Ginny Casey Matt Cohoat Julie Crowe Jo Ellen Dascoli Joe Dezelan Gary Drook Denise Farrell Jody Flynn John Guy Charlene Harper Rosie Houk Glendys Moosbrugger Dan and Rita O’Malia Dave Petruzzi Rick Pfleger John Quinn Sharon Reed Ed Sahm Steve and Paula Schaefer Gail Shiel Tina Sullivan Carolyn Welch Mary Young Tom Zupancic
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