Auction Items

Here is a sampling of the items you will see at the
Purple Tie Ball Live and Silent Auctions:

Live Auction

 The Ride of Your Life!
You won’t believe the feeling you’ll have when you take this ride on a jet fighter plane. Live the dream of learning to be a fighter pilot. Experience the exhilaration of flying on a mission. Learn the basics of modern air combat maneuvering. Get suited up and strapped in. Your life will never be the same again.  

Bienvenido!
Discover the ultimate in luxury nestled in Costa Rica’s lush rainforest overlooking the beautiful Manuel Antonio coastline. This property is set amid the peaceful Tulemar Gardens and slopes down to its own exclusive sandy beach. This seven-night stay includes a two-bedroom premium villa, concierge service, daily maid service, three pools, rancho bar, off site spa and on site restaurant.  Black out dates: December 15, 2009 – January 5, 2010 and December 15, 2010 – January 5, 2011. Subject to availability for requested dates.
Must redeem by December 15, 2011. Compliments of Cynthia Vetch 

Hockey Box
Take the outside chill off by coming inside to enjoy this Box Suite for 12 at a Chicago Blackhawks Game on a mutually agreed upon date. Includes 4 preferred parking passes and soft drinks.
Compliments of John and Rita Canning

Aloha!
Walk the beaches, Feel the warmth of a subtle sea breeze, Savor the sunsets and thoroughly relax in this two-bedroom condo overlooking the majestic ocean. This amazing 7 night trip to Kauai includes airfare for two.
Trip is valid until September 30, 2010. Compliments of Charles Helfrick and United Airlines

You Choose
For the first time EVER! You select which of the 3 fur coats you want. A black dyed sheared & grooved Mink Stroller with Long Haired Mink Trim and Rosettes on the sleeves (size 6); OR a Natural Ranch Female Mink 7/8 Coat (size 12); OR a Black Dyed Sheared Mink Jacket with Ruffled Long Haired Mink Collar and Cuffs (size 8) 

Willkommen!
Unwind, see the sights, breathe in the wonderful culture of Germany with your 5-night stay at the Hilton Munich Park, including breakfast at their Tivoli Restaurant, and airfare for two.
Trip is valid from October 31, 2009 – October 31, 2010. Compliments of United Airlines. 

Desert Dream
Soak up the sun during this one week stay at a vacation home in Anthem, Arizona! 
Two adults may stay for 7 days at this charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath single-family home that includes a fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, office and a family room with a home theater. Step out into the private backyard where you can relax and enjoy the outdoor BBQ, hot tub and fire pit. Includes round trip coach airfare for 2 and lunch on the Clubhouse patio overlooking the mountains. All individuals must be over the age of 21. Dates are flexible, to be arranged for a mutually agreed upon week. Valid through June, 2010.
Compliments of Robert and Debbie Herst

Silent Auction Items

1. Black Knit Rex Rabbit and Cashmere Shawl (One size) (Value $595)

 2. Grape Leather Gloves with Fox Trim (size 7.5) (Value $150)

3. Cream Sheared Beaver Jacket with Blush Fox Trimmed Hood (Value $6,295)

4. Black Knit Stroller with 3D Mink Ruffle Trim (Value $1,495)
Compliments of Hinsdale Furriers

 5. Miley Cyrus autographed 8X10 Photo Framed & Matted with Certificate (Value $175)

6. Robert Pattinson autographed 8X10 Photo Framed & Matted with Certificate (Value $175)

 7. David Beckham autographed 8X10 Photo Framed & Matted with Certificate (Value $175)

8. Patrick Kane autographed 8X10 Photo Framed & Matted with Certificate (Value $175)

9. Ryan Theriot autographed 8X10 Photo Framed & Matted with Certificate (Value $175)

10. Derrek Lee autographed MLB Game Baseball in Case with Certificate (Value $250)

11. Lou Aparicio autographed MLB Game Baseball in Case with Certificate (Value $250)

 12. Jonas Brothers autographed 8X10 Photo Framed & Matted with Certificate (Value $300)

 13. Devin Hester autographed NFL Game Style mini helmet in Case with Certificate (Value $300)

 14. Alexei Ramirez autographed MLB Game bat in Case with Certificate (Value $400)

 15. Ron Santo autographed MLB Game bat in Case with Certificate (Value $400)

 16. Matt Forte autographed NFL Game jersey with Certificate (Value $500)

17. Derrick Rose autographed NBA Game jersey with Certificate (Value $550)

18. Jermaine Dye autographed MLB Game jersey with Certificate (Value $550)

 19. Ernie Banks autographed Game Throwback 1969 Cubs jersey with Certificate (Value $600)

20. Bobby Hull autographed NHL Game jersey with Certificate (Value $600)

21. Brian Urlacher autographed NFL Game Style full helmet with Certificate (Value $600)

22. Dick Butkus, Mike Singletary, Brian Urlacher autographed NFL Game Style football in Case with Certificate (Value $750)

 23. Tiger Woods & Michael Jordan 28 X 26 Matted Photographs in Museum Quality Frame

 24. Herman Miller Black Leather Foray Chair (Value $1,400)
Compliments of HomeOfficeSolutions.com

25. Large Mac Cosmetics Make-Up Gift Box (Value $500) Compliments of Mac Cosmetics

26. Chef’s Table for 6 with cooking demonstration and guest involvement with Chef James from the
Schaumburg Renaissance Hotel

 27. Brett Favre autographed NFL Game Football in Case with Certificate

 28. An afternoon of sailing from Waukegan Harbor.  Includes refreshments and dinner on the boat.
Compliments of Allan and Joanne Ayers

 29. Two center ice seats (section 122, row 13, seats 11 and 12) to the Friday,
February 5th Blackhawks hockey game and a ride for two on the Zamboni. 
Compliments of Steve and Dawn Weiner

 30. Wine Tasting and Tour for up to 10 adults at the Lynfred Winery in Wheeling and a gift certificate for a
one-night weekend stay for 2 at the Westin Chicago North Shore Hotel in Wheeling

31. Four Passes for the Loop Walking Tour, Four Passes for admission to the Adler Planetarium, and a $50 gift certificate to Marché  Compliments of Chicago Architecture Foundation, The Adler Planetarium, and Marché

 32. Looking for great fishing? Beach-combing? Swimming and Sailboarding? This 4-bedroom vacation home at Ai Bonito on Hatteras Island, NC has it all. The amenities for your one-week stay include a hot tub, grill, screened porch, 6 color TVs, 2 DVDs and a Gas Fireplace. Compliments of Bill and Lori Olander

 33. You won’t be selling your soul to the devil for this: Two box seat tickets to the Saturday, Nov 7^th presentation of Faust at the Lyric Opera of Chicago and $75 towards dinner in the Pedersen Room. Compliments of Louis and Silvia Manetti

 34. Four Chicago White Sox Tickets, Stadium Club Passes and Parking Pass for the September 26^th game against the Detroit Tigers Compliments of William F. Kelley

 35. Four tickets to a Broadway in Chicago show –
can be used as four tickets to one show or a pair of tickets for two shows 

36. Walter Payton Chicago Bears Limited Edition Framed 8X10 Photograph (Value $500)

 37. Titleist Vokey wedge and a Pure Golf Evaluation from TPI Fitness Program, KVEST evaluation and
TPI Full Body Evaluation  (Value $425) Compliments of Wynstone Golf Club and John Allemand

 38. Swarovski Crystal Necklace (Value $180)

39. Freshwater Pearl Necklace (Value $300) 

40. Sonia Roberts Mustard yellow Ladies Handbag  (Value $300) Compliments of Wynstone Golf Club

41. Cobra S9-1 Driver ~ Women’s Design (Value $375)
Compliments of Wynstone Golf Club

42. Six bottles of wine Compliments of Teri Williams

43. One evening of accommodations in a deluxe king room (Value $819.34)
Compliments of the Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago

 44. Two-night weekend stay at the Sheraton Gateway Suites O’Hare in Rosemont, including breakfast for 2 plus parking (Value $350) Compliments of Sheraton Gateway Suites O’Hare

45. “A Day at the Races” package for 4 guests in the Million Dining Room at Arlington Park Racecourse that includes Clubhouse Admission, Reserved Million Dining Room Seating and a Catering Credit or $80; and a $50 gift certificate to Francesca’s Tavola Restaurant in Arlington Heights (Value $180)
Compliments of Arlington Park Racecourse and Francesca’s Tavola Restaurant

46. One-of-a-kind Sterling silver bracelet made by an award winning artisan. Includes lampwork bead, jade, shell, and glass. Length 7 inches (Value $250) Compliments of Denise Peterson

47. From an artist whose work appears in nationally distributed catalogs an oxidized silver, 24 KT gold electroplated freshwater pearl pendant with a 24 inch necklace. “Traveling on the river of life, one needs a reliable vessel that can protect and softly carry the soul through the never-ending flow of time. Along the way, all your wishes intertwine and wind together making the way meaningful. Find your own power and spiritual nourishment Compliments of Aleksandra Valisheva

48. Tru V.I.P. Treatment for up to Four Guests includes tour of Tru’s World-Class Contemporary Art Collection, Behind-the-scenes Kitchen Tour, champagne to start the Evening, and personalized Menus as a Memento of your Dinner at Tru (does not include the cost of dinner and gratuity) (Value $150) Compliments of Tru

 49. A Laser underarm treatment at Renaissance Med Spa of WOMANCARE (Value $399)
Compliments of Renaissance Med Spa of WOMANCARE

50. 1 hr of bowling, shoes and laser tag for up to four people and a $25 AMC Gift Card (Value $85)
Compliments of eSkape and WINGS