2010 Gala - Olmsted Linear Park Alliance Atlanta

OLPA Gala - Dream in Green - Feb 28, 2010 - Atlanta - click here for more information

2010 Gala Benefits Olmsted Linear Park
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The Olmsted Linear Park Alliance (OLPA) Gala will go “green” in 2010 and you don’t want to miss it!

The “Dream in Green” celebration takes place on Sunday, Feb. 28 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Fernbank Natural History Museum (767 Clifton Road, Atlanta 30307) and promises a delightful evening of music and fabulous food.

On this night, a swinging jazz band will be featured and live and silent auctions will offer chances at vacation getaways, art, photography, fine wines, airline tickets and much more. While supporters of the park enjoy themselves at this catered event, they can also tour the fabulous "Nature Unleashed" exhibit at Fernbank.

Proceeds from the “Dream in Green” event will support the maintenance and revitalization of the historic Olmsted Linear Park along Ponce de Leon Avenue. This local and national treasure is worth a night of celebration!

To inquire about sponsorship or reservations, contact OLPA at 404-377-5361 or email olpa.atl@att.net

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Schedule of Festivities

6:30 – 8:00 PM	Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, silent auction and music by Jazz Jones Legacy Try our featured cocktail – the Pear-adise Martini

8:00 PM	Greetings from OLPA President, Kirk Elifson and Gala Co-Chairs, Julie Ralston and Stephanie James Live auction, hosted by Jeb Howell, Auction Management Corporation

8:30 – 9:30 PM	Dessert and coffee, and you may enjoy the Fernbank Exhibition: Nature Unleashed

8:45 PM	Auction check-out will begin

Aubergine Crusted Tenderloin of Beef
Sliced and offered with ratatouille vinaigrette, micro greens and toasted baguettes

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast
Parmesan crusted boneless chicken breasts finished with artichoke hearts, fresh
tomatoes, mushrooms, basil and lemon cream

Mashed Red Skinned Potatoes

Steamed Haricot Verts
Offered with sauteed mushrooms, fried shallots and toasted almond vinaigrette

Tomato Parmesan Fondue
Accompanied by roasted carrots, new potatoes, button mushrooms, steamed
broccoli, baguette cubes and pumpernickel bread

Imported and Domestic Cheeses
Smoked cheddar, pepperjack, gouda and a wedge of blue cheese,
fruit and imported crackers

Chef’s Station
Club Plate prepared to order for you consisting of “Mr. Pibb” Barbeque Pork served
over sweet potato mash, finished with sautéed collards and a silver dollar biscuit

Italian Tiramisu Shot
Key Lime Custard Shot, Graham Crumble, Citrus Marmalade
Seasonal Cheesecake
Triple Chocolate Truffle Squares
Campfire Marshmallow Pop, Chocolate, Graham Crumbles
Honey Wheat Sesame Pretzel, Peanut Butter Sesame Seeds

Fair Trade Campasino Cafe Coffee

Auction

2010 Auction Items (PDF) | Auction Sponsors (PDF)

2010Auction Guidelines
The bidding for the Silent Auction will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and will close at 8:00 p.m. When placing a bid in the Silent Auction, please write your bidder number in the space provided on the appropriate bid sheet. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY. To place a bid during the Live Auction, hold your bidder number high with the number clearly visible to the auctioneer. Check-out will begin at 8:45 p.m. Payment in full must be made the night of the auction. We accept checks, cash and major credit cards. All items must be taken home on the night of the auction unless prior arrangements have been made with the auction committee. After the live auction, coffee and desserts will be served and music will continue until 9:30 p.m. You will have the opportunity to view “Nature Unleashed” at Fernbank while you’re waiting for the bidding paperwork to be completed. Enjoy your evening!

The Fine Print
The Gala and Auction Committee reserves the right to add, delete or combine items in this Catalogue at its discretion, prior to the Silent Auction, and to lower minimum bids as appropriate. Due to printing deadlines, the Catalogue does not contain all auction items. Value amounts are as accurate as possible, but some values are estimates of the true value of items, which may be higher or lower than the printed value. The buyer waives any claim of liability against Olmsted Linear Park Alliance and Party for the Parks on Ponce Gala Committee. Purchases are bound by the precise restrictions specified by the donor. Buyers are liable for any damage to donor’s property.

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