Friday, February 2, 2018 Hilton Omaha Downtown
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Season Opener Nebraska Football vs. Akron Club Seats
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West stadium - 2 club level football tickets and parking pass (lot 7) for Nebraska vs. Akron on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. Club level sec. 222, row 16, seats 16 & 17. Includes small red cooler, red solo Husker cups and blanket. Donated by Gary & Cassandra Pietrok
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$1,000 Scholarship and Creighton Sweatshirt
$1,045 Roll Jays! A $1,000 tuition scholarship to Creighton plus a Creighton sweatshirt to get your school spirit on. You must be an undergraduate freshman in the fall of 2018, 2019 or 2020; cannot be a currently enrolled Creighton student. Donated by Creighton University
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Cabernet Sauvignon Vertical Collection from Hafner Vineyards
$180 Experience a little bit of California wine country and see how a good cabernet matures over time. Enjoy a bottle of each of 2003, 2005, 2007 and 2009 cabernet vintages with winemaker notes from Sonoma County. Donated by Hafner Vineyards - Scott Hafner
Lighthouse Yoga Membership
$1,008 Haven’t committed to your New Year’s resolution to get healthy? It’s not too late! Explore the benefits of yoga with this annual membership for unlimited yoga classes at Lighthouse Yoga. Donated by Lighthouse Yoga
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Signed Creighton Basketball
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Staycation Package
$300 This basketball has been autographed by the 20172018 team! Go Jays! Donated by the Cimpl Family
$375 Get away from it all right in your own backyard with this staycation package. We’ve included 1 Deluxe Room for a 1-night stay with breakfast for two at the 10th and Cass Street Hilton (expiration 2/02/19; Friday, Saturday and Sunday only; advanced reservations required; subject to availability; original certificate must be presented on arrival). Included in the package is dinner at downtown Omaha’s Flatiron Café, an award-winning New American dining experience. Certificate is valued at $200. This is the perfect birthday or anniversary gift for you and your love! Donated by Flatiron Café, Hilton Omaha
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No-Wait Entry for 8 to Holy Name Fish Fry
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Stock the Bar
Priceless It’s an Omaha institution and NO LINES! Get Lent off to a good start with expedited entry into the notto-be-missed Holy Name Fish Fry. Package includes no-wait entry, reserved seating, and fish dinners and beer for 8. Offer good for the first Friday of Lent only (Feb. 16) with arrival by 6 p.m., please. Donated by Holy Name Men’s Club
$1,375 Our alumnae have come together to provide the best bar imaginable for entertaining! This package includes a wide variety of liquors, wines, craft beers, cocktail glasses, wine openers and more. Whatever you need to complete your bar stock is here. You’ll also receive the elegant service cart used to display this wonderful collection. Donated by Marian Alumnae Community
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Name the Road
Priceless What a sweet deal! You get to name the road that leads into Marian from Military Avenue. You can name it after a favorite teacher, a favorite activity at Marian, your daughter or your mother. The name is subject to approval by President Mary Higgins and will be in place for one year. Donated by Marian
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Catered French Five-Course Dinner for 8 by Chateau Cuisine
$800 Enjoy a luxurious and leisurely five-course French dinner, including wine, in the comfort of your own home. Catered by Chateau Cuisine, which is owned and operated by a French-born chef who specializes in creating memorable, intimate dining experiences. The evening will be a feast for your senses. Bon appétit! Donated by Chateau Cuisine - Frederika ver Hulst
Dry Shampoo Print
$150 Everyone knows when you enter the halls of Marian, you’ll see a lot of ponytails and messy buns! This framed piece includes three prints of drawings from talented former students from the Art IV project “Dry Shampoo.” You won’t believe the talent and detail showcased in these pencil drawings. Own it today by bidding away! Donated by Ashley Bauer
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Custom Home Framed Portrait by Art Expressions
$600 Gifted artist and Marian grad Maureen Pope Beat ‘80 will capture the unique beauty of your home with a custom home watercolor portrait measuring 10x15. Matted and framed, your one-of-a-kind work of art measures to 16x20. It’s the perfect keepsake of your treasured home. Donated by Art Expressions Ltd., Maureen Pope Beat ‘80
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Omaha Country Club Golf Foursome & Lunch
$700 Omaha Country Club has enjoyed a rich tradition of excellence since it was founded on Sept. 30, 1899. It was the host of the 2013 U.S. Senior Open. It is the area’s top private golf course and is a prestigious course to play. Gift certificate is for a foursome, with carts. You’ll also have $100 for food and beverage. Enjoy lunch that promises to be as tastefully appointed as this Omaha landmark. Donated by Bryan & Amy Farha Neary ‘91
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Creighton Basketball Suite Tickets for 4
$280 Enjoy the sweet suite life at a Creighton basketball game. You’ll receive 4 tickets to a mutually agreed upon game during the 2018-2019 season. There’ll be Good & Plenty of fun waiting! Donated by D.A. Davidson
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UNO Hockey Feb. 17 and Dudley’s Pizza Gift Card
$225 Winter fun and hockey are synonymous, and no one does hockey like the Mavs. So take in the UNO vs. North Dakota game on Feb. 17, 2018, and enjoy a pre- or post-game cocktail at Dudley’s in Aksarben. Package includes 6 tickets to the game, 2 parking passes and a $25 gift card to Dudley’s Pizza. Donated by Dudley’s Pizza, Security National Bank
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Sweet Bike Ride Package
$250 Ride in style and comfort with this sweet ride bike package, good for either the Taco Ride or Pizza Ride or for a weekend when you hit one of the area’s many trails. The package includes a bike cooler loaded with 6 margaritas; rechargeable bike set, with front and rear lights; $40 to Tobey Jack Mineola Steakhouse; $40 to La Casa Pizzeria; and Olympia Cycle bike tuneup worth $85. Donated by Tom & Anne Byrne, Tobey Jack Mineola Steakhouse
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Doug McDermott Autographed Items
Priceless These items are great pieces of sports memorabilia for the Doug McDermott fan in your house. Don’t miss the chance to have this autographed Chicago Bulls ball, which commemorates his first team since leaving the Jays. Also includes an autographed baseball hat from the New York Knicks - his current home. Perfect items to add to your McDermott collection. Donated by Friend of Marian
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Get Ready for Graduation Party Package
$610 May is approaching faster than you think! Get your graduation party on in sweet style. Package includes $300 certificate to United Rent-All (excludes canopies, tents and delivery fees) and a $50 margarita machine perfect for nonalcoholic slushies, 2 dozen cookies hand-decorated with the Marian emblem, a $40 gift card to Costco for 2 delicious sheet cakes, and $200 worth of gift cards to Mangia Italiana. Donated by Mangia Italiana - Dana Aschenbrener Constantino ‘89, The Margarita Man, Omaha Cookie Company, United Rent-All
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College Dorm Deck Out Package
$450 Send your daughter off to college in sweet style with this complete package that includes a mini-fridge, microwave, sheet set, towel set, power strip, desk lamp, $50 to Bed Bath and Beyond and a ton of Tide laundry products! Donated by Friend of Marian, Susie Spethman Sullivan ‘80, Tide Dry Cleaners
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Apple AirPods
$160 For the techie and non-techie alike, these Apple AirPods instantly turn on and connect to all your Apple devices. AirPods come with a compact charging case the size of a dental floss container (Check your pockets before doing laundry!), and only 15 minutes of charging in the case gains you 5 hours of listening. Donated by Friend of Marian
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30x30 Framed Pencil Drawing of St. John’s Church at Creighton
$500 The beauty of St. John’s is captured in this pencil drawing by Creighton graduate, Connor Jurgensen. His father, Dr. Bill Jurgensen, hand-framed his son’s work with an exotic wood frame. Donated by William Jurgensen
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Big Sky Resort Stay & Lift Tickets
$400 Head to beautiful Big Sky Resort in Big Sky, Montana, for winter fun. Enjoy a 1-night stay in the Huntley Lodge for 2 people during the Winter 2017/2018 Season. Also includes 2 1-day lift tickets. Not valid Feb. 15-20, 2018, March 3-8, 2018 or April 20-21, 2018. Donated by Big Sky Resort
1. Husker Skybox for NU Home Opener Have Frost fever? Kick off the Scott Frost era in style! The Husker Suite Experience for the home opener Sept. 1, 2018 game against Akron includes 4 tickets in a luxury east stadium suite. Exclusive access to the suite level, climate controlled, covered/heated outdoor stadium seating as well as indoor seating with 6 big screen TVs and private bathroom. You’ll also attend a pre-game tailgate in the popular parking lot 12, just outside the doors of the east stadium. Tailgate includes a gathering under a shaded tent with food and beverages; Additional dining fare and nonalcoholic drinks during the game while enjoying the suite. Commemorative game book and tickets to remember the amazing views and unique experience while cheering on the Huskers are also included! Be there as we start off the Frost legacy with a win! Donated by: J. Joe Ricketts & the Ricketts Family
2. Magnolia Market Silobration! Get ready for a weekend in Waco, Texas, living like a homeowner on the HGTV hit series “Fixer Upper.” You’ll arrive at The Harp House (the former home of Chip and Joanna’s carpenter Clint Harp) on Saturday, April 28, and enjoy a 3-night stay. The Harp House has 5 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths featuring 2 Queens, 2 Kings and a set of bunkbeds, making it perfect for your girls’ weekend. Be sure to save time during your weekend to watch the “Fixer Upper” episode
on Hulu where the house was transformed! The Harp House is within 1 mile of the gem of Waco: Magnolia Market at the Silos. We’ve included a $500 Magnolia gift card to buy your wares to transform your own home. You’ll love all the Silos has to offer and are sure to pack up lots of memories from this trip! Donated by: The Harp House, Friend of Marian
3. Royal Open Championship 2018 in Scotland The world’s greatest golfers will gather to battle for the famous Claret Jug on the East Coast of Scotland in the 147th Open Championship (formerly called the British Open). You’ll be there to witness it at one of the country’s finest and most demanding courses - Carnoustie Golf Links in Angus, Scotland, July 15-22, 2018. You and a guest will experience one of the most unique and memorable venues from your reserved, 18th-hole seats. This package includes 8 days of golf and practice day viewing, as well as viewing of all championship days. A $1,500 travel voucher is included for airfare and a $1,500 VISA gift card is included to use toward your accommodations. Slàinte! Donated by: Home Instead Senior Care, Friend of Marian
4. Napa Wine Trip SKOR big with a trip for 4 to beautiful Napa, California. You’ll stay at the Silverado Resort and Spa - a luxury resort in the heart of the world-famous Napa Valley Wine Country co-owned by World Golf Hall of Fame member and lead golf analyst for NBC Sports Johnny Miller! You’ll relax in one of 2 premium rooms for 3 nights in the Mansion Estates on the beautiful property. You’ll also enjoy a round of golf for 4, with carts, at one of 2 PGA championship courses. Famous worldwide for its wine, Napa Valley is a favorite global destination for winery tours and tastings – and you’ll have the chance to visit a few small vineyards focused on low volume, amazing quality red wines. This package includes private tastings at Sciandri, Calafia (known for “La Reina” an amazing cab-based blend), Kelleher (owners of Brix restaurant) and Pellet - all known for big reds at an approachable price point. In order to go to the next level, we have 3 private tastings at three very exclusive, premier wineries, with plenty of 100 point options: David Arthur from Pritchard Hill, Myriad which keeps stringer together 100 point cabs, and finally Viader - known for its “Liquid Cashmere” red blend. Finally, enjoy a private tasting of Dakota Shy, a new up-and-coming vineyard recently featured in “Wine Spectator.” WOW! Donated by: Sciandri Family Vineyards, Calafia Cellars, Kelleher Family Vineyard, Pellet Estate, David Arthur Vineyards, Myriad Cellars, Viader Vineyards & Winery, Dakota Shy Wine, Silverado Resort & Spa, Friend of Marian
5. Dinner with Marian Principal Susie Sullivan & Fr. Tom Fangman Double your fun with this Double Mint combination! Join Principal Susie Sullivan and St. Patrick’s Elkhorn Pastor Fr. Tom Fangman for an evening of food and laughs. You and 9 friends will enjoy a surf and turf meal at Fr. Tom’s residence at St. Pat’s - they, no doubt, will leave you in stitches. It’ll be EXTRA fun to share memories like this with your friends. Date to be mutually agreed upon in 2018. Donated by: Susie Spethman Sullivan ‘80, Fr. Tom Fangman, Friend of Marian
6. Lexus Champions for Charity Pebble Beach Golf Tournament 2018 Live out a golfer’s fantasy! 2 golfers will have the opportunity to compete in the 2018 Lexus Champions for Charity National Championship tournament at the historic Pebble Beach Golf Links® in Pebble Beach, California. From Dec. 5-9, 2018, you’ll be a reallife tour professional. You’ll receive a hospitality package including meals and golf fees for the 3-day, 54-hole tournament, and 18 holes per day using Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill and The Links at Spanish Bay. There will be several holein-one opportunities to win Lexus automobiles. You’ll also receive 2 rooms at the Inn at Spanish Bay. Players will arrive Wednesday evening and depart Sunday morning, for a total stay of 4 nights. This rare opportunity to golf with views of the most breathtaking coastline in the world is priceless! Donated by: Lexus of Omaha, Mickey Anderson, Angie Anderson Quinn ‘87
7. Cancun for Spring Break 2018
You’ll be a LIFESAVER when you tell your daughter you’ll be enjoying Spring Break in Cancun! You’ll spend March 6-11, 2018, at the Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort. This captivating resort makes its home amid the ancient Mayan ruins and powder-white beaches of Mexico’s most sought-after destination. Whether you crave the relaxed elegance of the spa, the crystal-clear Caribbean waters, or strolling the area’s No. 1 shopping venue, you’re sure to find it in Cancun. You’ll delight in the unparalleled space and amenities of this 2-bedroom villa with two private sea view balconies, 2 bedrooms (1 King, 1 Queen, 2 pull out sofas), 2 bathrooms and 2 living rooms. Get ready to bid! Donated by: Dr. Robert & Julie Cusick
8. Reserved Parking Space Your daughter will feel like she opened the “Golden Ticket” every day when she parks in her reserved parking space in the first row. Parking spot will be available in one week and is valid until the week after MarianFEST in February 2019. A random drawing will determine the specific parking assignment. This is one HOT TAMALE, so get that paddle ready! Donated by: Marian
9. Stock Your Cellar Whether you are just starting a wine collection or adding to your already impressive cellar, these 24 bottles of fine wine are the best in the MILKY WAY. Compiled by the top local purveyor of high-end wine, John Draney of Omaha Wine Company, these wines come from the country’s best regions and grape varietals and have high point scores. To top it off, each bottle has a tag that provides you with a complimentary wine tasting should you ever travel to these vineyards. See the adjoining page for the specifics on the wines included. Donated by: Bob & Sharon Beduhn, Tim & Mary Crockett, Walter & Victoria Cronin, Paul & Liz Foley, Sam & Jennifer Gregg, Dave & Kari Mosser Kirchhoefer ‘88, John & Katie McClellan, Omaha Wine Company, Friends of Marian
10. The Ellen Show VIPs This is a unique chance to be treated like a star in the land of the stars! Be the winning bidder for this trip for 2 to Los Angeles and go to the front of the line where your names will appear on a VIP list to see a taping of The Ellen Show. Show tapes Monday-Thursday only. Includes 2 roundrtip airfare tickets on Delta courtesy of Travel and Transport. You’ll love the chance to dance in the audience and enjoy all the excitement the entertainment capital of the world has to offer. No SNICKERS as you behave like a celebrity! Donated by: KETV – Rose Ann Shannon ’69 News Director, Travel and Transport
Wines included in #9 Stock Your Cellar are: PlumpJack 2014 Chardonnay Reserve
Smith Devereux 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Kistler 2015 Sonoma Mountain Chardonnay
HG III 2015 Red Blend Napa Valley *Includes tag for tour of Hourglass hosted by Owner Jeff Smith
Lewis 2014 Reserve Chardonnay Napa Valley * Includes tag for tour at the private vineyard hosted by Dennis Bell Lewis’s Son Saunter 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Eagle Summit Vineyard O’Shaughnessy 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain Blankiet Estate Prince of Hearts 2014 Napa Valley Red Wine *Includes tag for tour hosted by Owner Claude Blankiet Larkmead 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Jayson 2014 Napa Valley Red Wine Varozza Bloodline 2011 Napa Valley *Includes tag for tour hosted by owners Jack and Diana Varozza Pride Mountain 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon *Includes tag for tour hosted by Winemaker Stuart Bryan Shafer 2015 Napa Valley TD-9 Envy Wines 2013 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Kelleher 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Brix Vineyard “Includes tag for tour hosted by Valerie Kelleher at her vineyard and restaurant Brix
APRIORI 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Napa Valley Pine & Brown 2014 Rutherford Proprietary Blend Napa Valley *Includes tag for tour hosted by Owner and Winemaker Tom Rees Pellet Estate 2015 Petit Reserve Napa Valley *Includes tag for tour hosted by owner Eric Risch and Winemaker Tom Rinaldi Saddleback Cellars 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Napa Valley Textbook 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Napa Valley Sciandri Family Vineyards 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley * Includes tag for tour hosted by owners Rebecca Sciandri and her Family Calafia 2012 La Reina Red Wine Napa Valley *Includes tag for tour hosted by Owners Randle Johnson and MaryLee Freemark Abbey 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Short Ends 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
All tours must be booked through Omaha Wine Company and will be based upon availability.
11. Nantucket Home for One Week Windswept beaches, sand dunes, blinking lighthouses and a charming pace of life await on this 50-square mile island off Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The wharves and cobblestoned streets of the Town of Nantucket are lined with restaurants, high-end boutiques and steepled churches. Yours from June 22-28, there will be GOOD & PLENTY of room in this 5-bedroom (King en suite, 2 Queen, 1 Full en suite, bunkroom) new construction home with an elevator that sleeps a maximum of 10. The home includes three sitting areas, large open kitchen, living and dining rooms. The top floor has access to a roof walk with beautiful harbor views. Preparing meals is simple with brand new high-end appliances or the gas grill on the deck. You’ll be in town during the Nantucket Film Festival, which promises some celebrity sightings too! Whether spending time at the beach, on a whale watching tour or enjoying a bowl of chowder, the memories you make will last a lifetime! Donated by: Brian & Francis Everitt Vail ‘81
12. NCAA Sweet Suite Package Watch your March Madness bracket come to life when the CenturyLink Center hosts the NCAA Tournament Midwest Regional featuring Sweet 16 and Elite 8 action on Friday, March 23, and Sunday, March 25. You’ll enjoy 4 suite tickets to both sessions on Friday and the final session on Sunday. And enjoy 2 $100 gift certificates to the Liberty Taven Bar & Grill right across the street in the Hilton Downtown. Not only
will you have the hottest tickets in town - but you’ll be livin’ like a VIP! Sweet! Donated by: Mutual of Omaha Bank - Mark Ellerbeck, Hilton Omaha
13. Beef...It’s What’s for Dinner! This package is a beef lover’s dream! Package includes a beef tasting and wine pairing by Executive Chef Jeff Snow on a mutually agreeable date. Chef Snow will set up your table right in his executive kitchen at Founders One-Nine and will prepare 3 different cuts of beef with 3 different unique flavor profiles to pair with different wines for you and 7 of your closest beef carnivores. Chef Snow will give you cooking tips on how to prepare and cook particular cuts of beef and what wines to pair with your beef. If you like, you can tie on an apron and help man the grill. After the tasting, you can order a complete side of beef or, potentially, up to 450 lbs. of your favorite beef cuts (strip steaks, ribeyes, filets, roasts, flank steaks, skirt steaks, ground beef, etc.) compliments of Nebraska Beef and the Timmerman Family. We’ve included a $150 Nebraska Furniture Mart gift card that you could put towards a freezer or grill. You get to choose What’s for Dinner! Donated by: The James Timmerman Family, Nebraska Beef, Jeff & Jennifer Snow, Catering Creations, Founders One-Nine, Don & Jean Schaefer
14. Spring Break in Chicago with Hamilton
16. Dinner with the Governor and First Lady at Mansion in Lincoln
Take your daughter to Chicago for spring break and get the chance to see “Hamilton” - the 11-time Tony award winning play and hottest show in the country. 2 tickets for Friday, March 9 at the CIBC Theatre in Orchestra Center Row J - seats 110-111. Just 8 rows from the stage and at the end of an aisle! We’ve also included a $500 VISA gift card that you can use toward airfare, lodging or shopping! Have a WHOPPER of a good time!
Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts and First Lady Susanne Shore (Marian parents) invite you to enjoy a private dinner for 8 at the governor’s mansion in Lincoln. As the winning bidders of this package, you’ll enjoy a one-of-a-kind evening you’ll remember forever. After dinner, you’ll receive a private tour of the governor’s residence. What a sweet experience it will be!
Donated by: Pat & Renee Weaver McGill ‘86
Donated by: Governor Pete Ricketts & First Lady Susanne Shore
17. Vidanta Mexico Resorts 15. P!nk Concert with Limo to Lincoln This night will be KING-SIZED fun! You and 3 friends will travel first-class in a black stretch limo provided by VIP Sedan & Limousine to catch the P!nk: Beautiful Trauma World Tour at the Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln on Tuesday, March 6. You’ve got Gold VIP seats reserved in Section 119, Row 10, Seats 8-11. We’ve included $100 to Blue Sushi for your pre-concert cocktails and noshing. Who knows what surprises await you. Pink scaled the side of a building in her high-flying AMAs performance and received this year’s MTV Video Music Awards’ Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. We know this - as the solo female artist with the most number-ones in the chart’s history, P!nk is the must-see concert this year. Donated by: VIP Sedan & Limousine - Bill Alford & Lynette Farhart, Friend of Marian
Ready for MOUNDS of fun in the sun? This trip allows you a stay at the Grand Mayan level of any one of Vidanta luxury resorts, located in 7 stunning destinations along the most beautiful beaches in Mexico. You’ll have 8 days/7 nights in a 1-bedroom suite. This includes a full kitchen with a spa tub in the unit and a private plunge pool on the patio. And no rush! You have until November of 2019 to go! Donated by: Charissa Wood ‘01, Friend of Marian
18. Cubs Dream Day Package Hey Chicago, what do you say? The Cubs are gonna win today! The Chicago Cubs are pleased to donate a Cubs Dream Day in 2018. This package includes 4 Field Box tickets for a mutually agreeable game at Wrigley Field and field passes for a photo opportunity for the winner and their guests on the field after the game. We’ve included $500 in VISA gift cards for your accommodations, flight or dinner. #FlyTheW *Opening Day, St. Louis series, Marquee, Diamond and Inter-League games are not available. The date of this event will be determined by the Chicago Cubs and is subject to availability. Donated by: J. Joe Ricketts & the Ricketts Family
19. Field Day VIPs This package is worth 100 GRAND! It includes your personal early entry preview to Walls Night and 6 premium reserved seats in the Baxter Arena for Field Day festivities! You’ll also enjoy a Marian goodie bag with 2 Field Day T-shirts, a quart of your choice of specialty Field Day flavored ice cream from eCreamery and a DVD of the day’s activities. Donated by: Marian
20. Greek Dinner for 20 with Marian President Mary Higgins OPA! Get ready for your chance to enjoy an authentic Greek dinner - Marian-style! Hosted at the home of current Marian parents Dr. Peter & Christina Koliopoulos Piperis ‘87, along
with Nick & Terri Poulos and Dr. Paul & Stephanie Patsalis, 20 guests will feast on the best Greek recipes you’ll ever taste along with the best company ever - Marian President Mary Higgins! Date to be mutually agreed upon. Live like a wonderful, big Greek family for one evening. Donated by: Dr. Peter & Christina Koliopoulos Piperis ‘87, Nick & Terri Poulos, Dr. Paul & Stephanie Patsalis
21. Keeneland - Bourbon Tour Just be TWIX you and me, all horse lovers and bourbon connoisseurs will love this trip to Lexington, Kentucky. On Thursday, April 19, you and 5 friends will immerse yourselves in the bourbon industry with your private Corn to Cork tour at Woodford Reserve Distillery. On Friday, you’ll expand your bourbon knowledge with your EH Taylor Tour at Buffalo Trace Distillery. On Saturday, you’ll start your day with a sunrise breakfast trackside at Keeneland Race Track before heading to a tour of leading thoroughbred horse farm, Claiborne Farm. Claiborne Farm has been in operation for over 100 years. It is the birthplace of more than 75 Champions, and 22 members of National Racing Museum’s Hall of Fame were foaled and/or raised at Claiborne. It is also the resting place of the great Triple Crown winner Secretariat. Finally, cap off your trip on Sunday, April 22, with your private viewing box at Keeneland Race Track. Who knows, you might get the chance to see the next Triple Crown star hit the winner’s circle! Donated by: Friend of Marian
22. Sand Valley Wisconsin Golf Trip & Husker Football Game A sports enthusiasts dream! On Saturday, Oct. 6, you and 3 buddies will head to Madison and the crazy Camp Randall Stadium to watch the Huskers take on the Wisconsin Badgers with the game tickets we’ve included. On Sunday morning, you’ll make the drive to Nekoosa, Wiconsin, for amazing golf at The Sand Valley Golf Resort. It sits in the tumbling prehistoric sand dunes of Central Wisconsin. Sand Valley, by design team Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, opened May 2017 and was awarded Best New Course You Can Play - 2017 by “Golf Magazine.” Mammoth Dunes, by David Kidd, opens early summer 2018. You’ll play both Sand Valley (Sunday, Oct. 7) and Mammoth Dunes (Monday, Oct. 8) with the tee times we’ve set for you. You’ll stay overnight in 2 double-Queen rooms at the Fairway & Dunes Lodges adjacent to the clubhouse with views of Sand Valley’s 18th hole. The perfect long weekend for any sports NERDS! Donated by: Don & Anne Bernard Erftmier ‘85, Friend of Marian
23. Private Dinner with Sr. Mary Gehringer and Sr. Ginny Silvestri at Regan Home Enjoy a sweet evening at the home of Marian alumnae parents and current grandparents Ed and Rose Regan with two of our favorites - current Prioress and Past Provincial of the Servants of Mary! Current Marian dad Tom Regan, who is a trained chef, will prepare a five-course dinner with wine pairings for you and 7 friends. Date to be mutually agreed
upon. Get your paddle ready, this will be a RED HOT item! Get your friends together and walk away winners of this amazing experience. Donated by: Ed & Rose Regan, Tom & Maricela Regan, Sr. Mary Gehringer, OSM, Sr. Ginny Silvestri, OSM
24. Seabrook Island, South Carolina Villa for a Week Nestled among the South Carolina barrier islands, Seabrook is an exclusive, private, gated community just miles from historic Charleston, South Carolina. Immersed in natural splendor, the private coastal barrier island is home to lush maritime forest, serene marshes and pristine beaches. You’ll enjoy 7 days/6 nights in a 1-bedroom villa at the Raquet Club. Your package includes an amenity card to the private Seabrook Island Club. This card offers access to unrivaled amenities for golf, tennis, equestrian pursuits, dining and recreation. There’s a million REESE’s to bid on this beautiful trip! Donated by: Dr. Tom & Anne Byrne
25. Okoboji House for a Week
27. Scottsdale, Arizona Condo
Are you ready to perch yourself on the waters of West Lake Okoboji? This 4-bedroom, 3-bath private home sleeps 8 with huge windows providing 180 degree unobstructed lake views throughout. There is a dock to both the canal and the lake, along with a paddle boat and a kayak for your use. The 40’ x 12’ deck is loaded with deck furniture and includes an outdoor grill and eating table. There is also a large lawn between the deck and the lake and canal for any outdoor activities you may enjoy. It is within walking distance of Gull Point State Park. Also near the wetlands preservation, Treasure Village Flea Market and Miller’s Bay. Rental period is for 1 week in 2018 and subject to availability. Who doesn’t love a RIESEN to go to Boji!
Hold your breath, make a wish, count to three and you’ll be in Scottsdale, Arizona. Relax for a 1-week stay in this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo that comfortably sleeps more than 8 people. With so many activities close by you’ll be sure to enjoy the warm sunshine, indulge in treatments at a nearby spa, or play a round of golf on one of the area’s many fabulous courses. The condo is located in a gated community, which includes a swimming pool, hot tub and exercise facility. It’s the perfect home away from home. Mutually agreeable week; excludes holidays and the month of February. We’ve included $100 in gift cards to Pitch - Scottsdale, so you can see their beautiful new location!
Donated by: Jack Hosking
Donated by: Joe & Diane Schwaller, Steve & Lori Stangl
26. The Churro Food Truck Party for 50 Host 50 of your friends for a Mexicanthemed party. The Churro Truck food truck will come park at your house and serve your guests the best tacos, burritos, tamales and churros ever. We’ve included a margarita machine rental and the first batch of mix from The Margarita Man. Get ready to indulge in an evening of fun! Don’t know WERTHER we’ve said it enough - but it is going to be FUN! Donated by: The Margarita Man - Dan Cheloha, Friend of Marian
28. Grand Solmar in Cabo in July Tucked between dramatic cliffs and azure sea, Grand Solmar Land’s End Resort & Spa is a spectacular vacation destination immersed in the Baja’s natural beauty. Gentle sea breezes and picturesque ocean views inspire relaxation, romance and adventure. From July 7-14, 2018, you’ll enjoy a 2-bedroom luxury suite that sleeps 8 with a full kitchen and balcony overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Every day in this heaven will feel like a PAYDAY! Donated by: Doug Rohloff & Dr. Stacy Moffenbier Rohloff
29. Grand Cayman Trip - 1-Week Stay in 2019 Enjoy a 1-week stay at the beautiful Morritt’s Tortuga Seaside located on the east side of Grand Cayman, B.W.I. This 1,200 sq. ft. penthouse has been recently remodeled and features 2 bedrooms and 2 baths and comfortably sleeps 6 with a sofa bed. The unobstructed oceanfront views of the crystal clear Caribbean are spectacular from the 4 sets of sliding glass doors to your balcony. You won’t believe the view as you take a morning walk on a pristine white sand beach on the secluded side of the island. You’ll be like a SWEDISH FISH - the resort offers all dive and scuba shop amenities as well as various water sports, excellent restaurants, and access to all other recreational activities.Work with owner to secure a week in 2019 (excludes the last 2 weeks of the year). This package is subject to Cayman taxes and utilities. For more information, go to http://www. morritttortuga.com/tortuga-club. Donated by: Fred & Sharon Beschorner III
30. Hot Air Balloon Excursion Ever wonder what’s it’s like to float above the earth, drifting on an air current? Riding in a hot air balloon can be awesome, peaceful, yet exciting, and for many a once in a lifetime event. You and 3 of your SMARTIE friends will share a flight in a beautiful hot air balloon piloted by an experienced professional and enjoy a picturesque view of the Omaha area. You’ll enjoy a champagne toast to celebrate your adventure once you are back on the ground! Donated by: Scenic Wind Balloons, Friend of Marian
31. Reserved Seats at Graduation Calling all parents of Marian senior SWEETHEARTS! Your daughter’s graduation will be very special when viewed from the best seats available at The Holland Performing Arts Center. Premium tickets for half of the seats in the first row available will be reserved for you and your family (total of 9 seats). 1 reserved, covered parking spot tops off this special package. You’ll be excited - but not nervous - as your graduation day details will be handled. Donated by: Marian
32. Crane Trust VIP Stay
33. Naples, Florida Vacation
The annual migration of 500,000 Sandhill Cranes in March is one of the most spectacular natural phenomena in the Western Hemisphere - and it happens in the heart of Nebraska, just a few hours from Omaha. This VIP package is for 2 couples or 4 individuals. You arrive on Thursday, March 1, and enjoy an evening reception before heading out for the first viewing in the Pietrok Family VIP blind as the cranes return to the river. That will be followed by dinner in the Wild Rose Ranch building before retiring to one of their comfortable cabins. You and your guests will each have a cottage bedroom with a private bath and shared common space with 2 other couples. You’ll rise on Friday morning before dawn and enjoy a morning snack before heading out the the blind again to see the cranes as they awaken and arise from the river. You’ll finish your experience with a hot breakfast, where you’ll share great memories about this unique experience. Enjoy the Crane Migration in this completely unique, comfortable and exclusive opportunity. **Limited to adults 18+. Must be able to walk 1/4 mile over uneven grassland terrain.
Looking for a MINT of a Florida vacation spot? This 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in Naples, Florida, at the Lely Resort, Ole’ townhome community will be the perfect place to call home for 7 days/6 nights. Condo is furnished with kitchen, washer/dryer, cable and internet. The resort amenities include a beautiful pool, workout facility, library, pub/restaurant, movie theater, basketball court, tennis court and sand volleyball. It is close to the interstate and only a short drive to the beach and to spectacular Marco Island. Date to be mutually agreed upon with the owner.
Donated by: The Crane Trust
Donated by: Mike & Kami Alessandro
34. Airboat Tour for 8 Take in the scenery of the Platte River while experiencing the thrill of an airboat ride. You and 7 friends will skim across the waters of Nebraska - at a slower pace if a peaceful and relaxing ride is what you want, or at speeds up to 50 miles per hour for an adventure. Each ride is a treat in itself, offering a chance to see bald eagles, deer and other unique Nebraska wildlife. You’ll also have direct access to the water, and be able to participate in games of horseshoes and volleyball while on the beach. Lunch will be provided by Huey’s Smokehouse BBQ in Fremont. What a great way to spend quality outdoor time with your family and friends on the Platte River. *Monday - Thursday only. Don’t be an AIRHEAD get bidding! Donated by: Huey’s Smokehouse BBQ, Friend of Marian