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One Heart at a Time Gala
Saturday, April 25, 2009
The Meritage Resort, Napa


One Heart at a Time Gala

Gala - Saturday, April 25, 2009

 Join us Saturday, April 25, 2009 at the Meritage Resort and Spa at Napa

Our Annual Gala - One Heart at a Time is, an evening of good food, good wine, good friends and good cheers, all gathering together for one purpose - to raise money for our children and a fantastic school.

This is YOUR Gala! Come with loved one, or get a group of friends and neighbors together. Invites were mailed out last week, so please get your RSVP in, so that we may confirm your attendance. If you require additional tickets or have any questions, please feel free to contact me, Elise Negueloua via the school office at 707.224.8388 ext O or at anegueloua@aol.com.

NOTE: Please check your child's yellow envelope for information regarding donation request form and wine closet drawing ticket sale.

Thank you!
Elise Negueloua
Gala Chair
2009GalaDonationForm.pdf
Sponsor_as_of_3_25_09.pdf
Gala_Donations_as_of_3_25_09.pdf


Attention Gala Volunteers

I've been placing calls to individuals who have expressed interest in helping at the Gala and would like to list those who I have confirmed so far as volunteers. If your name should be on this list, but is not or if you would like to help out but hadn't signed up prior, feel free to contact me. I apologize if there is an oversight on my part and will be happy to make it right. I am certain there are some of you who have me on your "to call list" as well. At this point, I have confirmed the following volunteers to help out with set up, at the event itself or have offered to do special projects as they arise prior to the Gala. We welcome these and more:

Mark and Mary Ann Eggan, Lisa Uren, Ricardo Gutierrez and Susana Aguilera, Jody Bolen, Kristen Stiver, Michele Johnson, Gabriel Dodino, Barbara Fernandez, Lisa Murphy, Noel Lopreore, Anette Yazidi, Lisa and Sid Scherer, Teresita Wells, Angela Villasenor, Margarita Casas, Sylvia Reyna, Martha and Daniel Vega, Melissa Lawrence, Imelda Basco, Criselda Basco, Kristine Keefer, Aimee Meyer, Beth Hauscarriague, and Tina Altamura.

So, if you were expecting to be on the Gala Volunteer list and haven't heard from me, please let me know. If you would like to join the fun don't hesitate to contact me - this is the best job ever, getting to organize such an amazingly helpful group of people, its been a pleasure speaking to you all! Stay tuned for information about times, what to wear and a possible informational meeting for those helping the night of the event. For more information or to sign up I can be reached at 310-1196 or tortolani@sbcglobal.net.

Trish Tortolani


It may seem hard to believe, but the Gala is just around the corner. The Gala will be held on Saturday, April 25th at 5:30 p.m. at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa. The event will feature hors d'oeuvres and 3-course dinner, a silent and live auction. So mark your calendars and talk to your friends, families and alumni about joining us for this fun evening. Gala invites will be sent out this week - Look for them in your mail.

Also, there is still time to become a sponsor. Join these family and business sponsors of One Heart at a Time, in celebrating St. John the Baptist Catholic School's 97 years. Your sponsorship plays an important role in the Gala success and we thank you.

DONATIONS STILL NEEDED

Thank you to all that have donated to our upcoming Gala event. Some of you may have thought of a donation you'd like to make, but you haven't turned in a donation form. Not to worry! There is still time to make donations. We still do need items for our silent auction tables.

If you need some ideas, please feel free to contact Elise Negueloua at anegueloua@aol.com.
Wine closet donation form
Wine closet ticket purchase form

Gala_Sponsor_Form_09.pdf
2009_Gala_Donation_Form.pdf
Sponsor_&_Auction_Donations_03_10_09.pdf


Gala Volunteers Needed

We're looking for volunteers who enjoy working as a team to help at the One Heart at a Time Gala on Saturday, April 25th.

Volunteers are needed for set up and Silent/Live Auction help. If you've already signed up, I thank you in advance and will be contacting you soon. If you haven't signed up, we'd love to have you join the fun.

Contact Trish Tortolani for more information, 310-1196 or tortolani@sbcglobal.net


Sponsorship Deadline: Monday, March 2nd

Please turn in your Sponsorship Forms! Many school families and businesses have expressed an interest in being a Gala Sponsor and we want to recognize you as we print this year's One Heart at a Time invitations.

Sponsorship opportunities range from $300 - $2,000 and include promotional opportunities, tickets and table purchases. In order to be included as a sponsor on the Gala invitations, please submit your sponsorship form to the School Office by Monday, March 2, 2009. Forms are available on the Gala Bulletin Board, or contact Elise Negueloua through the school office at 224-8388, ext 0.

Thank you for participating in our largest fundraiser to support student programs.


 Dear St. John Families and Friends:

Wishing you and your love ones a Happy Valentine's Day this coming weekend! We just have a few months to go before the big day (Saturday, April 25, 2009). Listed below are some of the wonderful auction items that have been donated so far. We always are looking for unique and special items for our silent auction tables. If you need additional donation forms they can be found on the Gala Auction bulletin board at school. Thank you!!!

Donations as of 2/09/08:

Tour and Tasting for Two Adults at Far Niente Napa Valley Wine Estate
Donated by Peter and Liz Marks

Two 18" Sampler Pizza
Donated by Tom and Kathryn Kenney – California Pizza

3 Liter - 2005 Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, Napa Valley
Donated by Robert Mondavi Winery

6 Bottles - 1998 Martha Vineyard Cabernet
Donated by Heitz Wine Cellars

2 bottles - 2005 Von Strasser Cabernet Sauvignon
Donated by Von Strasser

Bed & Breakfast $100 Gift Certificate
Donated by Teresita Wells

3 Liter - 2005 Raymond Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Donated by Raymond Vineyards

Gift Wine Pack
Donated by Groth Vineyards Winery

Wine Tasting for Two
Donated by Ceja Vineyards Wine Tasting Salon & Gallery

Magnum - 2004 Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
Donated by Dunn Vineyards

6 bottles - 2006 Cakebread Rabaiyat
Donated by Cakebread Cellars

Magnum - 2004 Ilsley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
Donated by Ilsley Estate Wines

Gourmet Express Dinner for Two on Train
Donated by Napa Valley Wine Train

Private Tasting and Tour for Four with a Magnum
Donated by Monticello Vineyards

3 Liter - 2002 Merryvale Reserve Cabernet
Donated by Merryvale Vineyards

Magnum - 2002 Grgich Hill Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville Selection
Donated by Grgich Hills Estate

Biodynamic Tour and Tasting for Six with V.P. of Vineyards and Production, Ivo Jeramaz followed by lunch
Donated by Grgich Hills Estate

6 bottles - 2006 V. Sattui Concinnare
Donated by V. Sattui Winery

12 bottles - Louis Martini Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon
Donated by Louis M Martini

VIP Tour and Tasting for 4 Adults
Donated by St. Supery Vineyards and Winery

Private Tasting and Tour for Four with a Magnum of Markham Vineyard Merlot
Donated by Markham Vineyards

Magnum - 2005 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon
Donated by Dalla Valle Vineyards

1 bottle - 2003 Rocca Cabernet Sauvignon with wooden box
Donated by Rocca Family Vineyards

Magnum - 2007 Far Niente Estate Chardonnay
Donated by Far Niente

Tour and Tasting for 4 Adults
Donated by Far Niente

VIP Eco Tour and Tasting for 4 Adults with a bottle of Honig Wine on departure
Donated by Honig Vineyard & Winery

Magnum - 1994 Silverado Vineyards Special NPV Wine Auction Blend Cabernet Sauvignon
Donated by Bob and Stacey Bressler

6 Magnums - 2005 Swanson “Oakville” Merlot
Donated by Swanson Vineyards

Tour and Tasting for 6 Adults with 1 case Hagafen Cellars Prix Reserve 2006 Estate Bottled Napa Valley Pinot Noir
Donated by Hagafen Cellars
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2009 ONE HEART AT A TIME SPONSORSHIP

As you can see from the above responses the preparation for this year's fundraising are underway, and we hope this event will be the most successful to date. Even though, many event items are donated or provided at discounted rates, we still have expenses that need to be covered and sponsors are the angels who help cover the necessary expenses. More sponsorship mean that more of the money raised from the silent and live auction bidding can go directly to our school. Sponsors play an important role in the Gala success and we thank you.

Please consider helping us reach our goal of $100,000 with a tax-deductible sponsorship. Any amount of sponsorship will be put to good use toward the success of the Auction and our children's education. Should you or your employer provide sponsorship, we will proudly recognize you in all event publicity.

Look for your sponsorship material in the mail.

Again, thank you for your support for this important fundraising event.

Elise Negueloua
2009 Gala Chair


 Gala Donations

Dear St. John Families:

The Gala is just four months away and NOW is when we need your HELP!

How can you help? Well, do you yourself, a family member, friend or even neighbor have a special talent? Do you know someone who could donate two to four hours of his or her expertise? Someone who could cook a gourmet meal for eight people? Someone who owns a cottage or condo who could donate a couple of nights stay? Someone who has a connection for great seats for Sports Events, Opera House, Theatre? Do you have a special Restaurant you frequent or favorite hotel/resort that you stay at when you're away from home? How about someone that owns a boat or a plane that would be willing to provide an afternoon of entertainment.

The possibilities are endless!

Here are some ideas for great Auction Items. Don't limit yourself these are only suggestions to inspire you. Think BIG...we need great stuff for the Live Auction as well as the Silent!

Auction Item Suggestions

EVENTS
Theatre tickets, Concerts, Movie Packages, Dinner Theatre, Sporting Events, etc.

MUSIC
Instruments, music or dance lessons, sheet music, concert tickets, dance accessories, etc.

ART
Paintings, classes, weavings, pottery, photographs, framing, etc.

JEWELRY
Jewelry from your local jeweler, handcrafted jewelry; necklaces, earrings, bracelets, watches, etc.

LITERATURE
Books, lectures, Signed books or plays, writing instruments, handmade stationery, journals, bookends, etc.

TRAVEL
Ski packages, condo packages, hotel and restaurant packages, golf packages,airline tickets, and boat or train theatre events, etc.

If you are a new parent, new to the Gala committee, and are still not sure about what to request, check with me to browse through an old Auction Program.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me via the office at 224-8388 ext 0, or via email at anegueloua@aol.com. For Donation Form click below.

Thank you!


Elise Negueloua
Gala Chair

2009_Donation_Form.pdf

 

 

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