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A Night at the Tropicana.
WICA's 13th Annual Benefit Auction.
The WICA Board of Directors invites you to attend its 13th Annual Benefit Auction, "A Night at the Tropicana" -- an evening inspired by the sights, sounds, and flavors of
Havana
's glory days.
The evening includes a Champagne Reception, Silent Auction, a Gourmet Meal a La Cubana designed by Chef Blue, and a Live Auction with Kip Toner.
Live Auction highlights include: WICA's famous Restaurant and Theatre Frenzies; luxury travel packages including an African Photo Safari for Two; parties hosted at some of Whidbey's most beautiful homes; and new items featuring Seafair hydroplanes, goats, and flamingos!
The Evening.
5pm
Champagne Reception and Silent Auction
6.30pm
Gourmet Dinner and Live Auction
2009 Auction Chair, Linda Bieber
Auctioneer, Kip Toner
The Menu a La Cubana
tapas
Papas Rellenas
Potato Croquettes filled with Creole Braised Pork
Corn and Salsa Verde Empanadas with Queso Fresco
primera entrada
Havana Seafood Cocktail
Shrimp, Scallops, and Calamari with Lime, Peppers and Onions
salada
The Tropicana Salad
Mixed Greens with Arugula, Julienne Jicama, Toasted Pepitas and
Orange Supremes with Sherry Vinaigrette
plato principal
Boliche
New York Strip steak stuffed with Chorizo and Red Peppers
Cuban Frijoles Negros, Saffron Scented Rice, and Crispy Plantains
postre
Caramelized Pineapple with Hot Chocolate Sauce and a Cuban Pastry Cigar
menu designed by Chef Blue
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I wear to "A Night at the Tropicana"?
"A Night at the Tropicana" is the social event of the season. Cocktail attire.
Where do I park?
There is ample parking at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club.
Who should I notify regarding any special needs such as dietary restrictions,
wheelchair access, etc?
Please call WICA at 360/221.8262 or e-mail wica@whidbey.com.
How can I support the auction if I am unable to attend?
We are always in need of great auction items for our event.
Please call WICA at 360/221.8262 or e-mail wica@whidbey.com to donate an item.
Another way to show your support is to make a cash contribution.
Please click here to donate online or call 360/221.8262.
Auction Committee
Auction Chair, Linda Bieber
Auctioneer, Kip Toner
Auction Coordinator, Deana A. Duncan
Announcer, Karen McInerney
Flowers and Center Pieces, Verna Lawsen
Display, Jeanette Eveland
Procurement, Todd Bitts, Claire Creighton, Dorothy Ferguson, Marilyn Gobel,
Carolyn Tamler, and Larry Woolworth
Special Thanks
Stacie Burgua, Kristin Lasher, Marge Maurer-Gemkow, Peter Morton,
Linda Shaefer, Louise Sportelli, Bruce Towne of Persistent Image, Inc., and Event Volunteers.
Auction Item Donors - Thank You!
2nd Street Wine Shop
A Contemporary Theatre
A Friend of WICA
A Special Touch Flowers
Abbey Carpet and Floor
Air Combat USA, Inc.
Akyla Farms
Ashingdon Manor
Bayview Farm and Garden
Big Sister
Charles and Linda Bieber
Andrea Binder
Todd Bitts
Lewis and Jillian Carlino
Anthony Calio and Jenanne Murphy
Chef's Pantry
China
City
Chocolate Flower Farm
Color Box
Ed Cornachio
Catherine Dewitt Custom Picture Framing
Doug and Robin Doucette
Driftwood Players
Kathy Eglet
Dominique Emerson
Richard Epstein
Family Care Fitness Center
Steve Ford
Four Seasons Hotel -
Seattle
Ed Gemkow and Marge Maurer-Gemkow
Elizabeth George
Georgia Gerber and Randy Hudson
Dr. Robert Giswold, DDS
Gordon's
Greenbank Cheese Shop
Hairy Barkers Pet Salon
Hawaiian
Island
Massage
Holland America Line, Inc.
Rick Ingrasci
Intiman Theatre
Eric Kaabel and Laura Hedgecock
Diane Kendy
Kip Toner Benefit Auctions
Clint Knoblich
La Casita
La Vida Verde, Inc.
Earl and Kristin Lasher
Karen Leeds
Lind's Jewelry
Lindsay Communications
Debbie Miller
Louise Morgan
Peter and Marie Morton
Museo
Pacific Northwest
Ballet
Pam’s Place Produce
Dr. Ric Prael, DDS
Ray's Boathouse
Avi Rostov
Paul Samuelson
Paul and Pam Schell
Se
attle
Children's Theatre
Tammy Snow
The 5th Avenue Theatre
The Celtic Viking
The Inn at
Langley
The Rural Characters
Useless Bay Coffee Company
Useless Bay Golf and Country Club
Village Theatre
W
hidbey
Children's Theater
Whidbey Island Dance Theatre
Whidbey Island
Center
for the Arts
Whidbey Island
Vineyard and Winery
Whidbey Playhouse
Jane Winslow
This list is updated frequently. We apologize for any current omissions.
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ticketing
information
Guests
$100 per person
Patrons
$125 per person
receiving catalogue
recognition
Benefactors
$150 per person
receiving catalogue
recognition
or call
360/221.8262
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the catalogues
Silent Auction
Preview
available now!
Live Auction
Preview Catalogue
available now!
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useless bay
golf and country
club
5725 S. Country
Club Drive
Langley, WA
MAP
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2009/2010
auction
sponsors
Gemkow
Construction
Lindsay
Communications
Whidbey Island
Bank
Steve and Paula
Reynolds
L. Jay and Carol
Ryan
Waterman
Self Storage
Coldwell Banker/
Tara Properties
Agent’s Community
Fund
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