CRYSTAL GALA SPONSORS THE PRODUCERS John and Merritt Atwood* Nancy Nordhoff and Lynn Hays* THE DIRECTORS Puget Sound Energy Carol and L. Jay Ryan David and Carolle Speer* THE ASSISTANT DIRECTORS Coldwell Banker/ Tara Properties Agent’s Community Fund Waterman Self Storage THE BENEFACTORS Betty Azar and Larry Harris Norman and Danielle Bodine Judith Dankanics Elizabeth George and Tom McCabe Ed and Chris Halloran Diane Kendy Nancy Kennedy* Earl and Kristin Lasher Peter and Marie Morton John and Barbara Prochnau THE PATRONS Shelley Hartle Marion Henny Jeff and Alixe Hugret Stephen and Juliet Imes* Nels and Helmi Kelstrom Jon and Cindy Wilbert Chuck and Sue Todd Yates THE CONTRIBUTORS Robin and Charlene Arnold* Lloyd and Marty Chase* Malcolm and Wendy Ferrier* Robert Herren* Joan Nelson* Fred and Shannon McCarthy* Chris and Susan Olberding* John and Inge Roberts* * The 2010 Producers Circle THE CRYSTAL GALA. It is with much excitement that we invite you to our 14th Annual Benefit Gala, and to join in our ongoing effort to provide and maintain a community arts center and to nurture the artistic soul of our community. The Gala is a great example of what WICA has been about for more than 14 years -- artists, volunteers and patrons coming together to support the creation of diverse programs of entertainment, education, and cultural enrichment for us to enjoy. We know these are challenging financial times but we also know that it is now, more than ever, that finding ways to strengthen our community through shared experiences will enrich us -- and at the same time build a basis for the new economy. Whidbey Island Center for the Arts is committed to this singular purpose, and your attendance and generosity at the Gala will make it possible for us to create and provide innovative programming and educational offerings in the 2010/2011 Season. We look forward to seeing you sparkle at the Crystal Gala! Bob Thurmond, Board Chair Stacie Burgua, Executive Director THE EVENING. 5.00pm Join us on the Michael Nutt Main Stage for a Champagne Reception (and No-Host Bar), Silent Auction, Live Auction preview, and musical guest Danny Ward. 6.45pm Step into Zech Hall and enjoy your company. 7.00pm Enjoy elegant fare designed and prepared by Chef Tim Goeken, and wines selected by Gene Felton of the Star Store. 7.15pm Raise your paddle during the Live Auction and become a member of the Producers Circle. 9.30pm Return to the Michael Nutt Main Stage and dance the night away with Danny Ward and Reality... Black-tie invited THE MENU. APPETIZERS Chili Lime Salmon Sate Mascarpone, Blue Cheese and Red Onion Tart FIRST COURSE Vichyssoise SECOND COURSE a butter lettuce, roasted beet, and pear salad with candied pecans and feta cheese THIRD COURSE Boeuf Bourguignon served over buttered egg noodles with an herb-crusted broiled tomato and asparagus -- or -- a Ragoût of Forest Mushrooms and puff pastry FOURTH COURSE a selection of artisan cheeses with crostini and onion jam FIFTH COURSE Lemon tart menu designed and prepared by Chef Tim Goeken wine selected by Gene Felton of the Star Store THE GALA COMMITTEE. Linda Bieber, Auction Chair Kip Toner, Auctioneer Deana Duncan, Auction Coordinator Marge Maurer-Gemkow, Auction Mentor Cindy Wilbert, 2011 Auction Chair Karen McInerney, Announcer Verna Lawsen, Floral Arrangements Peter Morton, Projections Julie Wilbert, Display PROCUREMENT Linda Bieber, Dorothy Ferguson, Marge Maurer-Gemkow, Shirley McClure, Karen McInerney, Linda O’Brochta, Carolyn Tamler, and Cindy Wilbert SPECIAL THANKS Charlie Bieber, Stacie Burgua and the WICA Staff, and Event Volunteers AUCTION ITEM DONORS. This list is updated frequently. We apologize for any current omissions. THE GALA. Saturday, 11 September 2010 5.00pm - 11.00pm Whidbey Island Center for the Arts 565 Camano Avenue Langley, Washington Table of 10 $1500 per table Benefactors $200 per person Patrons $175 per person Guests $150 per person To reserve your place(s) at the Gala, please call the WICA Ticket Office at 360/221.8268 THE CATALOGUE. Preview the Catalogue