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TOP HAT BALL - LIVE AUCTION AND RAFFLE

Don't miss out on your chance to win these amazing packages!  Don't forget, in 2008, we're offering Pre-Sale on raffle tickets.  Buy your raffle tickets before the event, and we will have them filled out for you upon your arrival.  Call Aimee at 630.593.5484 to buy today!

LIVE AUCTION

Paris/Champaign Luxury Break - Five days of luxury travel in France.  Includes a stay in Jardins du Marais, a four-star boutique hotel in Paris and an overnight at the Royal Champagne in Epernay where you can view the vineyards of Dom Perignon and Dom Ruinart.  Tour Versailles and Giverny and Monet's house and garden.  Enjoy a dinner cruise on a private yacht, wine tasting, a semi-private cooking course, or create your own perfume.

Zip into the Rainforest - Travel to Costa Rica where you will stay in a 3,200 square foot private villa complete with jacuzzi and breathtaking ocean views.  Includes zip lining through the rain forest.  Both town and beach are only minutes away!  Two American Airline tickets will get you there.

And They're Off - Five of you can learn how to race at the Hawthorne Race Course Harness Driving School.  15 of your guests can watch you race live from a VIP suite overlooking the finish line.  Includes open bar, food, clubhouse admission and live racing program.  Winners Circle Photo for all racers and preferred parking.  Hawthorne Race Course is located in Cicero, IL.

Family Dream Vacation Package - For one week, six of you will stay in a two-bedroom vacation home at Animal Kingdom Lodge on the Savannah at Walt Disney World Orlando.  Enjoy one-day park passes for Disney, tickets to see Hoop Dee Doo Revue at Fort Wilderness, admission to Kennedy Space Center to either (a) have lunch with an astronaut for six people or (b) a one-day Astronaut Training Experience for two (2).  Includes airfare for six and transportation to the resort.

Camp Zoom Zoom - Spend a full day at the premier Road America track, learning to race! You will drive four different vehicles and learn tips and tricks such as threshold braking, slides and recovery exercises.  Hone those skills on Mazda RX-8 sportscars, Mazda MX-5 roadsters and Mazda3 sedans.  Stay for the weekend at The Osthoff Resort on Elkhart Lake. Also includes a choice of spa services at the Aspira Spa located in your resort.

You're Headed to the PGA Masters - Fly with a friend to Augusta, Georgia for the PGA Masters Championship in April 2008 to watch Zach Johnson defend his title.  Includes overnight accommodations, passes for both Saturday & Sunday and transportation to/from the course each day.

Meet the Jersey Boys Cast - Enjoy four (4) tickets to Chicago's hit Broadway Show "Jersey Boys" at the LaSalle Bank Theatre.  Go backstage with your VIP passes to meet and spend time with the cast.  Enjoy dinner before the show at Rosebud.  Includes a poster signed by the entire cast.

Instant Wine Cellar - Back by popular demand, new & improved from 2007!  This private wine collection of nearly 100 bottles of wine have been donated by Marklund friends to create this eclectic sampling of favorites.  Includes a new stand alone wine cooler, a Lynfred Winery Tour & Tasting for ten (10) and, when you're ready to showcase your new cellar, a professional sommelier will come to your home to host a wine tasting.

Salt in His Shoes
This will be your child’s ultimate dream party! Twelve (12) kids will enjoy an overnight pajama party at Assembly Line Toys in downtown Geneva! The kids will come in their PJs for bedtime stories with the world famous Deloris Jordan, mother of basketball great Michael Jordan. She will read her recently published children’s books: “Salt in His Shoes”, “Did I Tell You I Love You Today?”, and “Michael’s Golden Rules”, and you get an autographed version of each book for your child! What party isn’t complete without the food? Buona Catering will provide all the goodies your little ones will need to fill their tummies for the night, and the next morning too! Mrs. J obviously had an impact on MJ’s life, maybe she’ll have an impact on your kids too! Parents, it doesn’t end there; this is your chance to get some great advice from one of America’s top moms!

Baume and Mercier - Costello Jewelry Company has donated His AND Her Baume and Mercier watches.  His is the Hampton-Spirit 8487 with stainless steel case, black alligator strap, silver textured dial, displays moon phase at 6, displays day at 9 and date at 3.  Hers is the Hampton-Spirit 8515 with stainless steel case, blue alligator leather strap with pin buckle and Mother of Pearl dial with eight diamonds.  You deserve it!

Spend New Year's in the Swiss Alps - Two of you will celebrate New Year's 2009 in Verbier, Switzerland in the Swiss Alps.  Your condo has breathtaking views of Mont Blanc.  Includes airfare.

And the Winner Is ..... - Be a guest at the SOLD OUT 2008 Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in fabulous New York Cty on June 15, 2008.  Up for awards this year are "Jersey Boys", "Hairspray", "Spring Awakening" and "Curtains".  Includes one-night first class accommodations at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, transportation to/from airport and airfare.  Also includes two "Les Miserables" tickets at the Marriott Lincolnshire.

Ultimate Sports Fanatic Package
Fulfill your sports fantasies tonight! We have assembled a year-long sports spectacular, where you, your family and friends will enjoy sporting events from EVERY major Chicago sports team! Start out by taking nine of your friends to a Chicago Cubs Rooftop experience at one of Beyond the Ivy’s Wrigleyville rooftops, which includes tickets, food and liquor for all 10 of you! Then, take them to a Bears luxury skybox at Soldier Field where you will enjoy a preseason private box all to yourselves! It doesn’t end there, you get a Chicago White Sox premium ticket package including four (4) Scout tickets and parking! Yes, that’s right, sit where the Scouts sit! Round out the rest of your year with four (4) fifth row center court Chicago Bulls tickets plus premium parking; another four (4) Bulls tickets; two (2) Chicago Blackhawk tickets; four (4) Kane County Cougars tickets; four (4) Chicago Slaughter tickets; two (2) Chicago Storm tickets; and six (6) Chicago Wolves tickets. Score!

RAFFLE

Kohler Getaway - Your Kohler package includes a creation of your own making. You will have a $2,200 gift certificate to spend on spa, golf or hotel, so choose accommodations at The American Club, the Midwest's only 5-diamond resort hotel; golf at any of their four champion golf courses ranked among the best in the U.S.; relax and replenish your mind and body at the Kohler Waters Spa; and include superb dining choices to your stay! Plus, you have another $300 gift certificate to use at the new Kohler Burr Ridge Waters Spa opening this year!

Wisconsin Dells Family Getaway - This family vacation is yours to create—a summer vacation or a winter getaway! Choose between three (3) days in a one-bedroom vacation home at the Wyndham Tamarack for summer of 2008, with waterpark passes; or three (3) days in a one-bedroom vacation home at the Glacier Canyon Lodge at the Wilderness Resort between Christmas 2008 and New Year’s 2009, with indoor waterpark passes at the Wilderness. Includes a $100 gas card to get you there! Regardless of when you go, you’re sure to have a most memorable family vacation!

Your own Private Chef - Host one amazing gathering in your home with your own private chef. Your five course gourmet dinner for six (6) will be hosted by Executive Chef Jim Chapman and his staff and includes food, service and custom tableware of your choice. Chef Chapman’s engaging personality and trend forward culinary skills will make for a great evening with your special guests! Also, enjoy an autographed book by The Food Channel’s Paula Deen, plus four bottles of her very own spices and salts to zest up your party. Buon Appetitto!

(With Eurest since 2005, Jim Chapman is the Executive Chef at Baxter International Headquarters. Prior to his appointment with Eurest Dining/Compass Group he honed his culinary skills in some of Chicago’s premier restaurants. Working with top rated Chefs such as Roland Liccioni [Le Francais, Rhapsod], Steven Chiappetti [Mango, Grapes, Rhapsod], and Michael Kornick [MK Restaurant, MK North & N9NE Steak House. Jim graduated from Kendall College Culinary Arts Program and is also a member of the Chicago Chefs de Cuisine and The American Culinary Federation.)

Lake Geneva Via Private Plane
Your private flight will originate in Aurora, on a good weather Sunday, for a beautiful sightseeing flight for two. You will fly in a Beechcraft Baron twin engine plane equipped with the latest avionic and navigation instruments with a professional airline captain. Only 500 feet from the ground, your flight will head downtown via the Eisenhower approaching the Chicago skyline just south of the Sears Tower with views of Soldier Field, the shoreline of Lake Michigan, the lakefront, Grant Park, Navy Pier, The Hancock Building and Wrigley Field. You will head over Lake Geneva, Lake Como and land at Lake Lawn Lodge to enjoy one of the Midwest’s finest brunches at the beautiful restaurant overlooking Lake Delevan. Your flight back home will include even more breathtaking views of “Sweet Home Chicago”.

Buenos Aires - Enjoy these two (2) round-trip airline tickets to Buenos Aires, Argentina courtesy of American Airlines! We’ll get you there, then the rest is up to you. The capital of the Republic of Argentina and the country's largest city, Buenos Aires is located in front of the Río de La Plata, and is a modern, dynamic and radiant city that features the European architecture of its founders and absorbs the passion of its people. Considered "The Pearl" of South America, Buenos Aires has an intense cultural life where tango, long coffee klatches and football (soccer) are essential elements in its people’s daily lives.

GOALLLLL! - You’ll score a goal in your child’s heart with this party package for up to 30 kids! They will enjoy a one-hour soccer match on the indoor turf at the Odeum in Villa Park, complete with pizza, pop and party room afterwards! Dads, if you don’t want to give this one up, make it a guys’ night out and use it yourself! Regardless, you’ll score with this one!

Be a GM Employee for the Day - As a GM employee for the day, you will be able to purchase ANY new 2007 or 2008 Cadillac, Buick, Pontiac or GMC at the GM Employee Out of Stock price from Ettleson Cadillac-Buick-Pontiac-GMC Inc. That means you will pay true dealer cost for a new car of your choice! Drive away in your deal on wheels!

Commission your own Artist - Commission this famous portrait artist to do your single person three quarter length portrait of you, a family member, child or pet. Eulojio Ortega has been painting portraits, fine art paintings, and murals for homes and businesses all over the United States for nearly a decade. Those who have seen Eulojio’s work have said that “you can feel the air in his paintings” and that his portraits “are so lifelike you expect the subject to start speaking”. He has studied at the Studio Incamminati under the world’s most renowned portrait master, Nelson Shanks, who has painted such persons as Princess Diana, Pope John Paul III, President Reagan, and President Clinton. You’ll be able to create a family heirloom for generations to enjoy!

Hilton Head Vacation - Enjoy your one week stay in a four-bedroom family home at Sea Pines in gorgeous Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Fifty feet from the ocean this paradise package includes two days of golf foursomes at the Golden Bear Golf Club AND at any of the three Palmetto Dunes Courses. We’ve also added round-trip airfare for two (2) courtesy of American Airlines. Best yet, this home can accommodate up to eight guests, so you can bring along a crowd and make it a group getaway!

The Smoky Mountains - Enjoy this mini vacation at one of the most popular family vacation destinations in the country! Spend three (3) nights in a two-bedroom vacation home at the Wyndham in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, near Dollywood. Unique as its namesake Dolly Parton, Dollywood theme park is a one-of-a-kind Smoky Mountain Family Adventure spanning 125 acres and nestled in the lush foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Pigeon Forge, TN. Once you’ve visited Dollywood, you can enjoy nearby Great Smoky Mountain National Park or Railway, the Biltmore Estates, Vanderbilt Mansion, Ripley’s Aquarium or take a chance at Harrah’s Casino. Includes a $100 gas card to help get you there. Cheers to good ‘ole Tennessee!

Sports Collector’s Dream - Complete your collection with these amazing new additions: an autographed Randy Johnson baseball; a Paul Konerko autographed baseball; a Steve McMichaels autographed football; an autographed Greg Olsen photo and a Bears autographed 2007 team football signed by: Grossman, Gould, Hester, Brown, Vasher, Benson, Tillman, McKie, Manning, Urlacher, Kreutz, Garza, Mannelly, Miller, n Brown, Tait, Berrian, Davis, Olsen, Muhammad, Hillenmeyer, Ayanbadejo, and Anderson!

Take me out to the Ball Game! - To the old Comiskey Park that is! This rare White Sox 1990 framed Panagraph of the old Comiskey ballpark is signed by all the players and is numbered, one of only 1,000. A great find for any sports collection.

Pamper Yourself All Year Long! - Enjoy 12 months, yes, one entire year of spa treatment with Asha Salon’s series of massages designed to keep you Refreshed, Relaxed and Rejuvenated all year long. Here is what you get: February- Hydrotherm Massage; March- Neti Massage; April- Caribbean Massage; May- Asha Massage; June- Sports Massage; July- Hand, Foot & Scalp Massage; August- Triple Moisture Massage; September- Foot Massage; October- Deep Tissue Massage; November- Aqua Massage; December- Hot Stone Massage; January- Asha Massage. What a relaxing year this will be!

Thanks Eric and Kathy - Direct from their Miracle on State Street concert, Eric and Kathy from 101.9 fm The Mix, have graciously donated this autographed guitar from Pat Monahan of Train. Your friends will wonder how you ever got your hands on this one!

Herrington Weekend Getaway - Tucked away at the Fox River’s edge in the picturesque town of Geneva, The Herrington Inn & Spa is an elegant and intimate inn that has all the amenities of a luxurious French country inn and features guest rooms with fireplace and balconies. Enjoy your weekend stay plus spa services! Your 2-1/2 hour Rock Springs Rejuvenator Package will help you relax and unwind! The spa treatment is exquisite and includes a complete head to toe treatment using heated stones and aromatic massage oil to stimulate energy flow, fitness facial to get your skin into shape and leave it feeling healthier than ever, hand, foot, or scalp message, and seasonal berries mélange. Enjoy your stay!

Exotic Honeymoon I & II - These framed oil on canvas pieces were created by Marklund’s very own Wes Lee K. These beautiful 24" x 18" and 22" x 28"canvases will add charm to any home.

Behind the Scenes at the Shedd - Your kids will feel like stars with their private behind-the-scenes tour for six of you at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. Your group will also receive admission passes to every Shedd event, including the Aquarium, Oceanarium, Special Lizards and Komodo King. Don’t forget the free parking pass, which means more time to enjoy the kids and less hassle finding a spot! This is your chance to get the scoop on how the dolphins live!
 

Contact:  Jeannine Zupo, 630.624.9874