Valentine's Day

A Chocolate Affaire 2010 Sponsors

Diamond Sponsor

We are proud to announce GlaxoSmithKline as our Diamond Sponsor for A Chocolate Affaire, our annual fundraising event.

 

Platinum Sponsor

C. Perry Colwell

 

Gold Sponsor

Family of V. John Grubenhoff
* In Memory of Mike Mooney & Chuck Shoemaker

J. Steve Vanderwoude & Denise Vanderwoude

 

Silver Sponsor

Lois Boynton

Exchange Club of Greater Durham

State Farm - Lee Strand, Agent

 

Bronze Sponsor

Charlotte Leidy

 

 

Community Sponsor

 

Crowell & Daphne Little

Dr. & Mrs.Frank Weiner

Dr. & Mrs. Wesley "Butch"Fowler

 

Friend

Gigi Fein & Ron Geizer

JoAnne Zimmer

Moyer & Jane Smith

Greg & Melissa Friedman

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2010 Participating Restaurants

• Chapel Hill Restaurant Group - Four Eleven West, Spanky's, Squids, Five Eleven West, Mez
• Crook's Corner
• Daniels Restaurant and Catering
• Diamond Springs Water
• Foster's in Durham
• Four Square Restaurant, Durham
• Francesca's Dessert Cafe
• Guglhupf Bakery & Patisserie
• Joanne Wolfe (formally Good Taste Cake Design)
• La Residence
• Mama Dip's Kitchen
• Margaret's Cantina
• Matthew's Chocolates
• Mediterranean Deli
• Nana's
• Nantucket Grill & Bar
• Parlez Vous Crepe
• Provence
• Rick's Diner
• Saratoga Grill
• The Carolina Club
• Thrills from the Grill
• Toast
• Total Wine
• Tyler's Taproom
• Whole Foods Market of Chapel Hill

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Overview

A Chocolate Affaire Flier
2010 Auction Aquisition Form
ACA Sponsorship Levels 2010
ACA Sponsorship Form
Exciting Auction Items
Raffle
Directions and Parking
Pictures from Previous Years

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The Golden Ticket

Is your passport to your dream choice...

This is your chance to choose

the best of the live auction offerings!

Only 150 of these special Golden Tickets will be sold at $60 each.

Golden Tickets sold only at A Chocolate Affaire!!

Available ONLY on day of event

Drawing will take place just prior to the start of the live auction.

Winner must be present to win!

The Golden Ticket winner will choose from the following fabulous Live Auction items!

1. Dinner for Four at the Carolina Club - All non-alcoholic beverages, tax, and service included. Donated by The Carolina Club.

2. UNC Basketball Package - Piece of the Final Four Floor, two 2 tickets to a non-ACC game prior to December 25, 2010 (donor’s choosing; non-transferable), sweatshirt, National Champions tee shirt. Value: Priceless. Donated by Melanie Taylor

3. Duke Basketball Package - Coach K signed Basketball, Two tickets to a non-ACC game prior to December 25, 2010 (donor's choosing; non-transferrable), Tote bag, sweatshirt, tee shirt and sign. Value: Priceless. Basketball donated by Martha Reeves; tickets and items donated by Melanie Taylor.

4. Fourth of July Getaway to the Beach - July 3rd - July 10th 2010 at Topsail Island Beach house. Sleeps 8 (two queen beds and several futons). Upscale kitchen and 3 full baths. Donated by Jarrett Leplin

5. Private Wine Tasting for up to 20 People - Choose to have it in your home or in a private room at Total Wine. Donated by Total Wine & More, Durham

6. Freshwater Pearl Necklace - 18" 8mm Freshwater Pearl Necklace knotted on silk, 14 karat clasp with a Pearl and Two Diamonds. Donated by Philip Manire and Wiene Sharp

7. Local Artisan-made Hunpin Spirit Jar - Styled after the spirit jars unearthed from the Western Jin Dynasty tombs. Donated by Deborah Harris

8. Chef in your Home - The Il Palio culinary team led by Executive Chef Adam Rose will personally prepare and serve a four-course meal with wine pairings for you and up to seven of your friends in YOUR home! Donated by Il Palio Ristorante.

9. Hand Made Quilted Wall Hanging - With batiks and bright colors. Donated by Carolyn Grimes.

10. Mountain Getaway - One week in rental at "Starry Night" 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath log cabin in Vilas, NC, Watauga County. Sleeps seven, hot tub, pet friendly. Donated by Denise & Steve Vanderwoude

11. Fine Designer Jewelry-Winner’s Choice - Four beautiful items will be displayed. The Winner of this auction will choose one piece from the four selections. Donated by Hamilton-Hill Jewelers.

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Overview

All I really need is love, but a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt!
Lucy Van Pelt (in Peanuts, by Charles M. Schulz)

We would have to agree! There's no better way to experience some love and chocolate than to join us at our annual fundraiser, A Chocolate Affaire 2010 on Valentine's Day .

As always, you can expect a fun-filled afternoon complete with decadent and scrumptious desserts, a variety of wines and other beverages, great music, lively guests, and irresistible auction items and services — all to benefit the work of Cornucopia House Cancer Support Center.

Tickets for A Chocolate Affaire 2010 are only $60 per person. Order now by calling us at
401-9333.

Don’t miss your chance to bid on some fabulous items and services at our silent and live auctions!

So come join us! Use the opportunity to support an amazing cause while eating some truly spectacular creations, meeting some wonderful people and generally having a fantastic afternoon.

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2010 Auction Items

As in the past, we will offer silent and live auctions this year. Our auctioneer this year is Ben Farrell of Custom Benefit Auctions. Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover) will be accepted.

 

What will Ben be urging you to bid on this year?

 

Vacation Getaways

From the mountains...

 

 

To the sea...

 

For the Sport Enthusiasts...

Basketball Packages from local ACC teams

 

Original Works by Local and Regional Artisans

 

 

Jewelry

 

 

 

 

 

Personal Services and Professional Consultations

Photography Portrait Session
Massage Therapy
Polarity Therapy
Reiki
Legal Services

And more...

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Directions & Parking

The Carolina Club is located in the George Watts Hill Alumni Center, UNC Campus, off Stadium Drive, just past Kenan Stadium. Parking is available at the Rams Head Deck adjacent to the Alumni Center for a flat fee of $4, but you must mention "A Chocolate Affaire." For details or further information, please call the Carolina Club at 962-1101 or visit their website.

DIRECTIONS TO THE CAROLINA CLUB

 Coming from Durham

Take 15-501 South by-pass; cross over the Hwy 54 bridge, at the second light turn right onto Manning Dr. Turn right at the first traffic light onto Ridge Rd. Turn left into the Ramshead Deck.

Coming from Pittsboro

Take 15-501 by-pass North. Turn left onto Manning Dr. then turn right at first traffic light onto Ridge Rd. Turn left into the Ramshead Deck.

Coming from Raleigh and RDU Airport

Take I-40 West to Exit 273A (Hwy 54 West/Dean Smith Center) toward Chapel Hill & UNC. Drive under the Hwy 15-501 bridge then turn left at the first light onto Country Club Rd. Take an immediate right-hand turn onto Ridge Rd. Go past Boshamer Baseball Stadium on your left and Stadium Dr. on your right. Pass the tunnel entrance then turn right into the Ramshead Deck.

Coming from Greensboro

Take I-40 East then take exit 273-A; turn right onto Hwy 54 West. Drive under the Hwy 15-501 Bridge then turn left at the first light onto Country Club Road. Take an immediate right onto Ridge Road. Go past Boshamer Baseball Stadium on your left and Stadium Drive on your right. Pass the tunnel entrance then turn right into Ramshead Deck.

 

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Pictures from Previous Years

Photo Credit: Chris Elam, Playful Portraits, www.playfulportraits.com

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