2019 Cabaret Live Auction Items
Bid It to Win It!
River Watch Ranch
Value: $1,500.00
Join Pete and Sharon Kovac at their fantastic 7,000 acre ranch near Trinidad, CO. Their beautiful cattle ranch literally has something for everyone. The mountain views alone are spectacular which would be enough, but the history and geology are truly fascinating. There is so much to see: an extinct volcano, ancient Native American seasonal campsites, old Spanish trail cairns (markers) and ruins of an old Spanish dating to the 1600s, a gorgeous canyon carved by the Purgatorie River, wildlife of elk, deer and antelope and so much more! Pete has volunteered to take you on a prairie dog hunt if a few of you hunters would like to do that! Prairie dog holes are a danger to cattle. This is an opportunity to provide necessary population control and enjoy the hunting experience at the same time. Enjoy a long weekend with up to 4 people welcome to stay in their lovely ranch home that is on the property. For example: you can arrive anytime on Friday, have fun on Saturday and Sunday, and depart on Monday. The Kovacs are willing to work on the days and dates. Don't miss this opportunity for a terrific visit that you didn't know was on your bucket list!
Value: $1,500.00
Join Pete and Sharon Kovac at their fantastic 7,000 acre ranch near Trinidad, CO. Their beautiful cattle ranch literally has something for everyone. The mountain views alone are spectacular which would be enough, but the history and geology are truly fascinating. There is so much to see: an extinct volcano, ancient Native American seasonal campsites, old Spanish trail cairns (markers) and ruins of an old Spanish dating to the 1600s, a gorgeous canyon carved by the Purgatorie River, wildlife of elk, deer and antelope and so much more! Pete has volunteered to take you on a prairie dog hunt if a few of you hunters would like to do that! Prairie dog holes are a danger to cattle. This is an opportunity to provide necessary population control and enjoy the hunting experience at the same time. Enjoy a long weekend with up to 4 people welcome to stay in their lovely ranch home that is on the property. For example: you can arrive anytime on Friday, have fun on Saturday and Sunday, and depart on Monday. The Kovacs are willing to work on the days and dates. Don't miss this opportunity for a terrific visit that you didn't know was on your bucket list!
Antique Silver and Akoya Pearl Brooch
Value: $750.00
Our very own and much loved Bernice Williams, our Symphony Guild Founder, has generously offered this beautiful cultured pearl broach for this evenings auction. The broach measures 58mm x 49mm. The pearls are large and lustrous and were appraised by Meierotto's as Akoya pearls, THE classic saltwater pearl; this is the top Japanese pearl. “I believe it is a most unusual luxury piece and will only improve in worth.” - Bernice Williams
Value: $750.00
Our very own and much loved Bernice Williams, our Symphony Guild Founder, has generously offered this beautiful cultured pearl broach for this evenings auction. The broach measures 58mm x 49mm. The pearls are large and lustrous and were appraised by Meierotto's as Akoya pearls, THE classic saltwater pearl; this is the top Japanese pearl. “I believe it is a most unusual luxury piece and will only improve in worth.” - Bernice Williams
Symphony in the Flint Hills, Four Tickets
Value: $400.00
A wonderful experience and a magical event in the Flint Hills of Kansas. Listen to fantastic music in this most spectacular of nature’s auditoriums. The visuals of the hills, the cowboys, the sky and sunset are stunning, accompanied by the incomparable music of the Kansas City Symphony Orchestra. Four tickets are available for the June 14, 2019 performance at “Irma’s Pasture” in Bazaar, Kansas. The daylong event features covered wagon rides, a story circle, an art exhibit/auction, and topped off with a sunset concert by the Kansas City Symphony. Still have energy? There will be an after concert dance and star gazing keeping with this year’s theme using the Kansas State Motto of Ad Astra per Aspera. What a wonderful Day!!
Value: $400.00
A wonderful experience and a magical event in the Flint Hills of Kansas. Listen to fantastic music in this most spectacular of nature’s auditoriums. The visuals of the hills, the cowboys, the sky and sunset are stunning, accompanied by the incomparable music of the Kansas City Symphony Orchestra. Four tickets are available for the June 14, 2019 performance at “Irma’s Pasture” in Bazaar, Kansas. The daylong event features covered wagon rides, a story circle, an art exhibit/auction, and topped off with a sunset concert by the Kansas City Symphony. Still have energy? There will be an after concert dance and star gazing keeping with this year’s theme using the Kansas State Motto of Ad Astra per Aspera. What a wonderful Day!!
Michael Gordon Dinner for Eight
Value: $1,000.00
Our multi-talented KC Symphony flutist, Michael Gordon, is also a very accomplished chef! He has generously offered to cook one of his amazing dinners. This time, it will be at the Riss Lake home of Schatzi and Jim Ball. Anyone who has been lucky enough to enjoy this evening with Michael before will be more than happy to tell you that it is truly a special evening. The date for this event is will be set by an agreed time with all concerned. This will be dinner for eight lucky gourmets! Date is to be determined by mutual agreement of Mr. Gordon, the Balls and purchaser.
Value: $1,000.00
Our multi-talented KC Symphony flutist, Michael Gordon, is also a very accomplished chef! He has generously offered to cook one of his amazing dinners. This time, it will be at the Riss Lake home of Schatzi and Jim Ball. Anyone who has been lucky enough to enjoy this evening with Michael before will be more than happy to tell you that it is truly a special evening. The date for this event is will be set by an agreed time with all concerned. This will be dinner for eight lucky gourmets! Date is to be determined by mutual agreement of Mr. Gordon, the Balls and purchaser.
A Week on a Wonderful Wisconsin Lake
Value: $1,400.00
Enjoy a week of total relaxation on this beautiful Northern Wisconsin “Lake Namkagon” near Cable, WI. How fun! The fully furnished Cabin sleeps 4 and comes with numerous amenities: a canoe, bicycles, grill, dock etc. This casual unpretentious 1960’s ranch home provides comfort, relaxation and gorgeous lake views. Nearby rentals available as well as restaurants, trails for hiking, biking, and/or bird watching. Donated by Steve Wilson and Carol Blum
Value: $1,400.00
Enjoy a week of total relaxation on this beautiful Northern Wisconsin “Lake Namkagon” near Cable, WI. How fun! The fully furnished Cabin sleeps 4 and comes with numerous amenities: a canoe, bicycles, grill, dock etc. This casual unpretentious 1960’s ranch home provides comfort, relaxation and gorgeous lake views. Nearby rentals available as well as restaurants, trails for hiking, biking, and/or bird watching. Donated by Steve Wilson and Carol Blum
Jason Seber
David T Beals Associate Conductor |
Bourbon and Desserts Buffet
Value: $1,000.00 Jason Seber, David T. Beals III Associate Conductor, and Alex Shapiro, Kansas City Symphony Director of Development, will host a Bourbon Tasting and Dessert Buffet for up to ten guests at Mr. Shapiro's home located near the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Maestro Seber will conduct the bourbon tasting. Mr. Shapiro will prepare the desserts. Follow along as they educate you to Pairings of 5 Different Bourbons with Chocolate, Cheese, Dried fruit, nuts and other goodies. Date is to be mutually agreed upon by Maestro Seber, Mr. Shapiro and winning bidder. |
Alex Shapiro
Kansas City Symphony Director of Development |
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Let's Go Out to Dinner
12 months of Wonderful Restaurants Value: $1,200.00 Everyone loves to eat out, but how about a different and fun place every month for a year? We have 12 casual to elegant venues with coupons of $100 for each restaurant! From the lovely Café Provence to the classic Capital Grill or the inventive and eclectic fare at the Webster House right next to the Kaufman Center. You will have a terrific and gastronomically fun year ahead of you! |
