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US Open 2015 Golf Package at Chambers Bay Have you ever been to the US Open? Now is your chance! On June 15, 2015, Chambers Bay will welcome the US Open as it comes to the Pacific Northwest for the very first time in its history. With massive, rolling fairways, towering dunes, undulating greens and unpredictable coastal winds, the traditional linksland course will provide the world’s best with a test unlike anything played at a US Open. Your special access to the 2015 US Open at Chambers Bay in University Place, WA includes: Two tickets to the 2015 US Open practice rounds (Monday–Wednesday, June 15–17) and one day of tournament play (Thursday, June 18) at Chambers Bay, University Place, WA • Access to the Champions Pavilion and the golf course, including complete breakfast and full luncheon buffet, afternoon hors d’oeuvres, and open bar service each day Value: $3,080 Restrictions: Valid only Monday through Thursday, June 15–18, 2015 Special Thanks: The Boeing Company 1 Live Auction Auction Rules 1. All sales are final, and there will be no exchanges, refunds or extensions on items except where specified. In the event of a dispute, the decision of the Director of Events will be final. 2. To ensure that you and our donors have a positive experience, please pay attention to all conditions, restrictions and expiration dates on items and services. Many auction packages require the buyer to coordinate with several different donors. Except where otherwise noted, services, tickets and certificates are subject to mutually agreed upon dates and times and must be used within one year of the auction. 3. Restaurant certificates do not include liquor, tax or gratuities, unless otherwise indicated. All hotel/resort reservations are based on availability unless the certifi- cate specifies an exact date. 4. All sales of wine are subject to Washington Law, including regulations of the Washington State Liquor Control Board. 5. All travel reservations included in the auction are subject to availability and certain restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Unless otherwise noted, travel must be completed by Aug. 22, 2015. For flights using Virginia Mason air miles, reservations need to be made at least 90 days in advance. 6. No refunds will be allowed on travel packages for canceled tickets or accom- modations. Air travel will be provided by airlines as stated even though prices may vary from the stated value. Unless otherwise noted, upgrades, stopovers, circle trips, stand-bys and open returns are not permitted. 7. The Virginia Mason Foundation reserves the right to withdraw any item from the auction. 8. We have strived to catalog and describe all auction items correctly. Items depicted in the live auction presentation are for illustrative purposes and may not be the actual auction item. No statements contained in this catalog or made orally at the sale or elsewhere shall be deemed to be such a warranty, representation or condition of the property. 9. Property is sold as-is and the Virginia Mason Foundation neither warrants nor represents, and in no way shall be responsible for the correctness of description, authenticity, authorship, provenance or condition of the property. 10. Live auction items will not be given out the evening of Grapes on the Green. Instead, the Virginia Mason Foundation will make arrangements for personal delivery starting Aug. 30, 2014. 11. Payment by the successful bidder can be made the night of the auction at check- out after 9:00 pm. Payment can be made with cash, check or credit card. Please make checks payable to the Virginia Mason Foundation. If payment arrangements are not made the night of the auction, an invoice will be sent and must be paid within 30 days or the Virginia Mason Foundation reserves the right to obtain possession of the item. live auction

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US Open 2015 Golf Package at Chambers Bay

Have you ever been to the US Open? Now is your chance!

On June 15, 2015, Chambers Bay will welcome the US Open as it comes to the Pacifi c Northwest for the very fi rst time in its history. With massive, rolling fairways, towering dunes, undulating greens and unpredictable coastal winds, the traditional linksland course will provide the world’s best with a test unlike anything played at a US Open.

Your special access to the 2015 US Open at Chambers Bay in University Place, WA includes:

• Two tickets to the 2015 US Open practice rounds (Monday–Wednesday, June 15–17) and one day of tournament play (Thursday, June 18) at Chambers Bay, University Place, WA

• Access to the Champions Pavilion and the golf course, including complete breakfast and full luncheon buffet, afternoon hors d’oeuvres, and open bar service each day

Value: $3,080Restrictions: Valid only Monday through Thursday, June 15–18, 2015Special Thanks: The Boeing Company

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1. All sales are fi nal, and there will be no exchanges, refunds or extensions on items except where specifi ed. In the event of a dispute, the decision of the Director of Events will be fi nal.

2. To ensure that you and our donors have a positive experience, please pay attention to all conditions, restrictions and expiration dates on items and services. Many auction packages require the buyer to coordinate with several different donors. Except where otherwise noted, services, tickets and certifi cates are subject to mutually agreed upon dates and times and must be used within one year of the auction.

3. Restaurant certifi cates do not include liquor, tax or gratuities, unless otherwise indicated. All hotel/resort reservations are based on availability unless the certifi -cate specifi es an exact date.

4. All sales of wine are subject to Washington Law, including regulations of the Washington State Liquor Control Board.

5. All travel reservations included in the auction are subject to availability and certain restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Unless otherwise noted, travel must be completed by Aug. 22, 2015. For fl ights using Virginia Mason air miles, reservations need to be made at least 90 days in advance.

6. No refunds will be allowed on travel packages for canceled tickets or accom-modations. Air travel will be provided by airlines as stated even though prices may vary from the stated value. Unless otherwise noted, upgrades, stopovers, circle trips, stand-bys and open returns are not permitted.

7. The Virginia Mason Foundation reserves the right to withdraw any item from the auction.

8. We have strived to catalog and describe all auction items correctly. Items depicted in the live auction presentation are for illustrative purposes and may not be the actual auction item. No statements contained in this catalog or made orally at the sale or elsewhere shall be deemed to be such a warranty, representation or condition of the property.

9. Property is sold as-is and the Virginia Mason Foundation neither warrants nor represents, and in no way shall be responsible for the correctness of description, authenticity, authorship, provenance or condition of the property.

10. Live auction items will not be given out the evening of Grapes on the Green. Instead, the Virginia Mason Foundation will make arrangements for personal delivery starting Aug. 30, 2014.

11. Payment by the successful bidder can be made the night of the auction at check-out after 9:00 pm. Payment can be made with cash, check or credit card. Please make checks payable to the Virginia Mason Foundation. If payment arrangements are not made the night of the auction, an invoice will be sent and must be paid within 30 days or the Virginia Mason Foundation reserves the right to obtain possession of the item.

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How good are the Sounders? Captain Clint Dempsey and Defender DeAndre Yedlin just fi nished playing for the US national team at the World Cup, making tickets to every match an even hotter commodity. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to give your Full 90 in the luxury of a private suite! Your group of 24 will cheer on the Sounders in comfort and style at their match against the LA Galaxy on Saturday, October 25, 2014.

Your spacious suite at CenturyLink Field provides the ultimate backdrop for experiencing the best action in the MLS. It features cutting-edge technology, luxu-rious furnishings, and fabulous amenities, such as HDTV, private restrooms, wireless Internet access, perfect sight lines, and fi rst-class service. You will also enjoy complimentary food, beverages, and parking. Entertain family, friends, or clients in high style!

Scarves up!

• 24 VIP Suite tickets to the Seattle Sounders vs. LA Galaxy match on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at 12:00p.m.

• Parking, food, and beverages included

Value: Goal!Restrictions: Must be used for the match on Saturday, October 25, 2014 only.Special Thanks: Seattle Sounders FC

Sounders vs. Galaxy: The Full 90 in a Suite for 24

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It’s time for an upgrade! Here’s a chance to plan your next trip and enjoy all the advantages of being an Alaska Airlines MVP Gold Member. This package includes two round-trip tickets anywhere Alaska Airlines fl ies as well as Alaska Airlines MVP Gold Member Status through the end of 2015. That’s a lot of time to enjoy a lot of destinations — and to get to them in comfort and style.

• Two coach round-trip tickets anywhere Alaska Airlines fl ies • One Alaska Airlines MVP Gold Membership, whose valuable benefi ts

include: - Unlimited complimentary upgrades on Alaska Airlines anytime on

qualifying fares or 72 hours prior to departure on other fares, subject to availability

- Unlimited ability to upgrade one companion into First Class, subject to availability

- Complimentary upgrades on Delta Air Lines within the US (excluding Hawaii), Canada, Mexico, and select Caribbean destinations

- Express TSA Security Lines at many airports - Two checked bags free on Alaska Airlines and American Airlines for

you and everyone traveling in your reservation - Preferred seating on Alaska Airlines, American, and Delta - 100% Bonus Miles on Alaska Airlines, Air France, American, Delta,

KLM, or LAN and Emirates - Dedicated phone lines and staff for Alaska Airlines Reservations and

Customer Care - Priority AAccess™ benefi ts on American - Complimentary premium beverage of your choice during your fl ight

when traveling in the main cabin on Alaska Airlines

Value: $7,500Restrictions: MVP Gold Membership valid through December 31, 2015. Airline tickets expire Airline tickets expire August 22, 2015August 22, 2015. Airline tickets are valid for any Alaska Airlines destination, are good on Alaska Airlines and/or Horizon Air, and do not have any blackout dates. Once ticketed, routing and name changes are not allowed. Certifi cates are void if bartered or sold. If lost, the certifi cates may not be reissued. Special Thanks: Alaska Airlines

Go for the Gold with Alaska Airlines

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We are excited to offer a collection of the wineries participating in Grapes on the Green this year:

• Barrage Cellars Secret Weapon Boushey Vineyard Syrah 2010 (Magnum) • Barrage Cellars Double Barrel Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 (Magnum) • Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet 2009 (Bottle) • Beringer Private Reserve Chardonnay 2012 (Bottle) • Col Solare 2009 Red Blend (Magnum) • Delille Cellars Triple Threat (Magnum) • Ghost Block 2011 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville, Napa Valley (Magnum) • Lachini 2012 Pinot Noir “S” (Double Magnum) • O Wines 2010 Red Blend (Double Magnum) • Paradigm Estate 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville, Napa Valley (Magnum) • Sparkman Cellars Wilderness Red Blend 2011 (Magnum)

Value: Cheers to the Vintners!Special Thanks: Barrage Cellars, Beringer Vineyards, Col Solare Winery, DeLille Cellars, Ghost Block, Lachini Vineyards, O Wines, Paradigm Winery, Sparkman Cellars

Magnum Collection featuring Grapes on the Green Wineries

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The RBC Heritage Classic is one of the most prestigious PGA tournaments in the country. Played annually at the Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, the Heritage Classic celebrates its 47th anniversary in 2015. As special VIP guests of Boeing, you and a friend will enjoy transportation from Seattle to the tournament, as well as up to fi ve nights of accommodations at the tournament hotel. Harbour Town Golf Links was named one of the top 20 courses in the country by Golf Digest and Golf Weekly and this package offers the rare opportunity to play it with one playing spot in the Monday Pro Am. Also included are a golf outing, two tickets to the Heritage Tournament reception, and access to the Boeing Hospitality Skybox.

Play a round in Hilton Head next spring and be a part of golfi ng history!

• Two coach class round-trip tickets from Seattle to Atlanta on Alaska Airlines • Two coach class round-trip tickets from Atlanta to Savannah • Round-trip ground transportation from Savannah to Hilton Head,

South Carolina • Two tickets to the reception at Hilton Head • One playing spot in the Pro Am on Monday, April 13, 2015 • One playing spot in a Boeing golf event foursome • One room for up to fi ve nights at the tournament hotel • Access to the Boeing Hospitality Skybox

Value: $17,800Restrictions: Valid for the Heritage Classic only from April 13–19, 2015. Airline tickets are valid for any Alaska Airlines destination and do not have any blackout dates. Airline tickets expire Airline tickets expire August 22, 2015August 22, 2015.Special Thanks: The Boeing Company, RBC Heritage, Alaska Airlines, Larry Dickenson

VIP Heritage ClassicGolf Getaway at Hilton Head

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes President & CEO Ray Conner and his wife Katie invite your group of ten (10) to join them for a memorable fi ne dining experience. Sit back and savor famous Northwest cuisine and old world elegance in the private Boeing Suite at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel in the heart of downtown Seattle. This rare opportunity is the perfect chance to entertain your most honored clients or closest friends.

Before dinner, enjoy a wine tasting reception and presentation hosted by Greg Lill from DeLille Cellars. Retire to the dining room and enjoy the executive chef ’s innovative, seasonal Northwest cuisine, paired with three choice wines hand-selected by Greg Lill.

After dinner you won’t have to go far! Enjoy luxurious accommodations for the evening as each couple retreats to their own executive suite at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel. Wake up to a relaxing in-room breakfast and enjoy convenient valet parking.

This will be an evening to remember!

• Private dinner for 10 in the private Boeing Suite at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel hosted by Boeing Commercial Airplanes President & CEO Ray Conner and his wife Katie Conner

• Reception and dinner wine hosted by Greg Lill from DeLille Cellars • Five executive suite accommodations for one night at The Fairmont

Olympic Hotel • Breakfast and valet parking included

Value: $8,375Restrictions: No cash value. Non-transferrable. Adults only. Valid for one day only, Tuesday through Saturday based on availability. Excludes December. Please call at least six weeks in advance to schedule and redeem for a mutually agreeable date and menu. Party not to exceed ten people. Menu is chef’s choice with dietary restrictions of guests taken into consideration. Inclusive of selected wines, applicable taxes, and 20% gratuity. Expires August 22, 2015Expires August 22, 2015.Special Thanks: The Boeing Company, Ray and Katie Conner, The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Marian Wilson, DeLille Cellars, Greg Lill

Hosted Dinner in the Boeing Suite at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel for 10

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If golf is your game, this unique opportunity will feel like a hole-in-one. The 2015 Presidents Cup will be played at Jack Nicklaus Golf Club Korea in Incheon, marking the event’s fi rst visit to Asia. With this package, you will be invited to enjoy a level of access to this event typically reserved for the most elite golf enthusiasts.

Your trip begins with two Business Class round-trip tickets on Korean Air to Incheon and fi ve nights of accommodation at the Hyatt Regency Incheon, close to all the Presidents Cup action. Your package includes two Weekly Benefactor tickets, two tickets to the Opening Ceremony, and potential opportunities to meet some of the most renowned names in golf, including 2015 Presidents Cup captains Jay Haas and and Nick Price, and Assistant Captain Fred Couples.

Opening ceremony and practice round dates are Oct. 5–7, 2015. Tournament dates (actual match play) are Oct. 8–11, 2015.

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime golf experience!

• Two business class round-trip tickets from any Korean Air gateway in North America to Incheon, Korea

• Five nights’ stay at the Incheon Grand Hyatt Hotel • Two weekly benefactor tickets • Two tickets for the Opening Ceremony of The Presidents Cup,

Oct. 7, 2015

Value: $22,384Restrictions: Airfare valid dates extend approximately one month around the dates of the Presidents Cup. Specifi c restrictions to be noted on the prize letter. The prize letter is non-transferable. The tickets are not eligible for mileage accrual and only Korean Air on-line gateways are applicable. Passengers are responsible for applicable tax and fuel surcharge.Special Thanks: Korean Air, PGA Tour, The Boeing Company

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Get in early! Reserve your chance today to cheer on our Super Bowl Champion Seahawks during a home game at CenturyLink Field during the 2015 football season. Your group of 24 guests will enjoy complimentary food, beverages, and parking. A VIP suite is the ideal way to entertain family, friends, or clients in high style.

A private suite at CenturyLink Field is the ultimate setting for experiencing the best action in the NFL. Your spacious suite is complete with cutting-edge technology and fabulous amenities, such as HDTV, luxurious furnishings, private restrooms, tablet PCs, wireless Internet access, perfect sight lines, and fi rst-class service.

Go Hawks!

• Suite tickets for 24 to a Seattle Seahawks game during the 2015 season, to be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date

• Includes parking, food, and beverages

Value: Go Hawks!Restrictions: To be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date during the 2015 regular season.Special Thanks: Seattle Seahawks, Peter McLoughlin, Sarah Tompkins

Watch the Super Bowl Champions in a Suite for 24

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Golf like a pro with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the Ely Callaway Golf Performance Center in Carlsbad, California. Hosted by Roger Cleveland, Chief of Golf Club Design, you will have your swing evaluated using the exact same cutting-edge fi tting technology used on Phil Mickelson and Annika Sörenstam. You’ll swing the latest clubs from golf ’s leading innovator and get fi tted for the ideal equipment to improve your game. Maximize your potential as you receive a club fi tting for a set of X2 HOT Irons, X2 HOT Driver and Callaway Mack Daddy 2 Wedges customized by Roger Cleveland.

Your trip also includes two round-trip tickets on Alaska Airlines from Seattle to San Diego and one night at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort for two. Situated along southern California’s sun-drenched Pacifi c coast just north of San Diego, Park Hyatt Aviara Resort lies on the north shore of Batiquitos Lagoon, a vast protected wildlife sanctuary and an enclave of natural beauty. From atop the highest ridge, overlooking the ocean and the lagoon, this AAA Five Diamond resort provides a respite from the ordinary.

• One club fi tting at Ely Callaway Performance Center in Carlsbad, CA hosted by Roger Cleveland

• One set of X2 HOT Irons, X2 HOT Driver, and Callaway Mack Daddy 2 Wedges customized by Roger Cleveland

• Two round-trip coach tickets from Seattle to San Diego on Alaska Airlines • One night at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort for two

Value: $10,000Restrictions: Airline tickets and golf package expire August 23, 2015expire August 23, 2015. To be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Reservations must be booked four weeks in advance. Callaway golf clubs will be built and shipped with bag to winner’s home within 5-10 business days from fi tting appointment. Excludes ground transportation, taxes, and gratuity. Services charges may apply. Airline tickets are valid for any Alaska Airlines destination, are good on Alaska Airlines and/or Horizon Air, and do not have any blackout dates. Once ticketed, routing and name changes not allowed. Certifi cates are void if bartered or sold. If lost, the certifi cates may not be reissued. Special Thanks: Callaway Golf, Roger Cleveland, Alaska Airlines

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Wine and dine in style while cruising the waters of Lake Union and Lake Wash-ington with this exclusive opportunity from The Boeing Company. Your group of 16 adults is invited aboard Boeing’s private 151-foot super luxurious motor yacht, Daedalus. You and your guests will be pampered in style and elegance during your private cruise aboard this famous Seattle-built yacht. Feast on a gourmet dinner and sip selections from the award-winning on-board wine cellar while taking in the beauty of the Northwest.

• Gourmet dinner with fi ne wines for 16 aboard Daedalus

Value: $10,000Restrictions: Non-transferable. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Adults only. No pets. Special Thanks: The Boeing Company

Daedalus Dinner Cruise for 16

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Pack your bags for the ultimate golf getaway in one of the world’s hottest destinations. The United Arab Emirates has amazing experiences to offer, from world-class golf to savage desert beauty to luxurious hotel accommodations. This will be a trip you’ll never forget!

Begin your journey with two Business Class round-trip tickets direct from Seattle to Dubai, courtesy of Emirates. You’ll stay fi ve nights at a premier Dubai hotel, also courtesy of Emirates, where you’ll experience the emerging metropolis of Dubai with its breathtaking architecture, plentiful shopping, and tantalizing restaurants.

Plan to play two complimentary rounds of golf at the Jumeirah Golf Estates, home to the DP World Tour Championship — the season fi nale event of the Race to Dubai. Designed by Greg Norman, the Fire and Earth eco-signature champion-ship course promises an unforgettable playing experience for golfers of all abilities. This golf experience is one of the fi nest in the world and you will have the feeling of being a “tour player” during each and every round.

Your Arabian adventure awaits!

• Two business class round-trip tickets on Emirates direct from Seattle to Dubai

• Five nights’ accommodation at a premier Dubai hotel • Two rounds of golf at Jumeirah Golf Estates

Value: $23,610Restrictions: All elements are subject to availability. Tickets must be issued within three months of August 22, 2014 and travel must be completed by May 31, 2015months of August 22, 2014 and travel must be completed by May 31, 2015. Winner is respon-sible for any applicable taxes. Not valid for travel during blackout periods. Any blackout dates, if applicable, will be advised at time of booking. Any change in date is subject to a fee payable by the winner. Emirates is not responsible for insurance, visas, or any additional expenses relating to fl ights. Tickets are valid on Emirates Airline only and are non-extendable, non-transferable, non-reroutable, non-endorsable, and non-encashable. Winner is entitled to the normal baggage allowance as per the existing rules.Special Thanks: Emirates

10 Golf on the Dunes in Dubai

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Be the ultimate 12th Man!

This unbelievably rare opportunity lets you travel with the Super Bowl Champion Seahawks to their away game against the St. Louis Rams on Sunday, October 19, 2014. Join head coach Pete Carroll and fan favorites like Russell Wilson, Richard Sherman, and Marshawn Lynch as you fl y like a hawk on the private team charter.

Your trip for two includes round-trip air transportation on the Seattle Seahawks’ private chartered team plane, team hotel accommodations, ground transportation, a fabulous dinner with your Seahawks hosts on Saturday evening, sideline passes for pregame festivities, and two tickets to the Seahawks vs. Rams game on Sunday, October 19, 2014.

But you don’t have to wait for fall to enjoy this item. It also comes with a framed Russell Wilson jersey signed by the star quarterback himself. This is truly a package you’ll be able to appreciate for many years to come.

Experience a Seahawks game like no other!

• Two tickets to the Seahawks vs. Rams game on Sunday, October 19, 2014 • Round-trip air travel for two aboard the Seahawks’ private team plane • Accommodations (one room) at the team hotel with the Seahawks • Dinner hosted by your Seattle Seahawks on Saturday evening • Ground transportation while on the road with the Seahawks • Sideline passes for pregame festivities • Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be the ultimate 12th Man • Framed autographed Russell Wilson jersey

Value: Go Hawks! Restrictions: Experience non-transferable; redeemable ONLY for the Seahawks-Rams game on October 19, 2014 – NO EXCEPTIONSOctober 19, 2014 – NO EXCEPTIONS. Experience will depart mid-morning on October 17, 2014 and return following the game on October 19, 2014 (subject to change). Guests must be 18 years of age or older. Guests must agree to Charter Travel Policies upon redemption of experience. Winning bidder and guest may not wear clothing representing any other NFL team while traveling with team. Experience does not guarantee direct interaction with Seahawks players and coaches. Experience cannot be resold or re-auctioned.Special Thanks: Seattle Seahawks, Peter McLoughlin, Sarah Tompkins

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Italy. It’s been on your list forever. Now is the time to make it happen! Amazing Italian wine and food, renowned attractions like Il Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio, or simply the chance to enjoy Italy’s charming piazzas and fountains - whatever enchantments have been drawing you to Italy, now is your chance to indulge.

You’ll begin your journey with the premier comfort and attentive service of a United Airlines Business/First Class fl ight from Seattle to Florence. Upon arrival, you’ll refresh and get ready for your Italian explorations in luxury, spending fi ve nights in a King Deluxe Arno River View Room at The Westin Excelsior Florence.

You’ll enjoy an exclusive Tour and Tasting Experience for two at Antinori nel Chianti Classico Cellars. This journey will take you through the history of the Antinori family, which has been producing wines since 1385. Your “Vineyard-to-Glass” tour will be followed by a tasting of three wines and a delectable lunch at restaurant Rinuccio 1180.

Your experience will also include dinner or lunch at Cantinetta Antinori Restau-rant, featuring many Tuscan dishes prepared with ingredients from the family’s estates in Tuscany and Umbria, as well as a selection of Antinori wines.

Italy. It’s time!

• Two business/fi rst class round-trip tickets on United Airlines, Seattle to Florence

• Five nights at The Westin Excelsior Florence, King Deluxe Arno River View Room

• Tour and Tasting Experience for two at Antinori nel Chianti Classico Cellars, followed by lunch at Rinuccio 1180

• Dinner or lunch for two at Cantinetta Antinori Restaurant

Value: Fantastico!Restrictions: Airline tickets expire May 11, 2015Airline tickets expire May 11, 2015. Hotel reservations based on availability. Wine tasting and dining experiences are non-transferable and expire August 31, 2015expire August 31, 2015. Must be scheduled a minimum of three months in advance. Reservations based on availability. Special Thanks: United Airlines, Carolyn Corvi, The Westin Excelsior Florence, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Stacy Lill

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To benefit Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason, a world-renowned leader in autoimmune disease research.

(206) 223-7521 | BenaroyaResearch.org

S A V E T H E D A T E

Friday, October 31, 2014The Fairmont Olympic Hotel11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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This ultimate package is a must for any serious wine enthusiast. One lucky couple will enjoy an invitation only, one year Honorary Membership in The Napa Valley Reserve. Highlights of membership include the unique experience of participating in a working vineyard and winery and creating a personal premier class wine under your own label (up to three barrels per year). You will learn fi rsthand from experts in viticulture, winemaking, and related culinary arts the pairing of food and wine to enhance the enjoyment of each. Other benefi ts include access to the estate, including the vineyards, winery, and gardens, all of which are reserved exclusively for members and their guests.

This rare and exclusive winemaking experience includes two nights’ lodging at Meadowood Napa Valley for four, a private tour of The Napa Valley Reserve, and a private tour and tasting at Harlan Estate. You’ll also get to take home a case of Napa Valley Reserve 2008.

• A one year Honorary Membership in The Napa Valley Reserve for one couple • One case of The Napa Valley Reserve 2008 • Two nights’ lodging at Meadowood Napa Valley for the winning bidder

and a guest couple • Private tour and lunch at The Napa Valley Reserve • Private tour and tasting at Harlan Estate

Value: Cheers!Restrictions: The Napa Valley Reserve one (1) year Honorary Membership may not be shared and is non-transferable. The one year Honorary Membership commences on August 22, 2014. There are limitations on who can qualify for membership in The Napa Valley Reserve. For example, California and Florida businesses that sell alcoholic beverages to consumers cannot be members and memberships may be further limited by state alcoholic beverage laws. In addition, the privileges of members in The Napa Valley Reserve are subject to limitations. The Membership Documents, including the Membership Plan, Questions and Answers, Rules and Regulations, Membership Agreement and Acknowledgement of Receipt Form, describe the qualifi cation requirements and limitations of The Napa Valley Reserve membership. Airfare to Napa Valley and ground transportation are not included. This donation includes complimen-tary nights of lodging at Meadowood, Sunday–Thursday, based on availability. Excluding the week of Auction Napa Valley and not valid the months of September and October. Special Thanks: The Napa Valley Reserve, Philip and Carol Norfl eet, Meadowood Napa Valley, Harlan Estate, Scottand Laurie Oki

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