Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 6:30pm
Cipriani Wall Street in New York City
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In addition to the exciting entertainment lineup for the evening, the Gala will also feature a dazzling array of one-of-a-kind live and silent auction items. Please scroll down or choose from the following categories to learn more:
Access Hollywood• Sports• Luxury Getaways• Unique Experiences• Art & Leisure• Beauty & Fashion• Top Tickets
Whether you're attending the Gala or not, you can support PAX by placing a maximum bid on any of the unique items below.
If none of the bids on the night of the Gala surpass your maximum, the item is yours!
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| Access Hollywood | ||
Attend the You and a friend will be the first to see the movie adaptation of the Broadway hit "Mamma Mia" starring Meryl Streep and Pierce Brosnan on July 16, 2008. Then, mingle with stars at the exclusive after-party at the Central Park Boathouse.
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Power Lunch with
Lunch for 4 with CNN founder, media mogul and philanthropist Ted Turner at his NYC restaurant, Ted's Montana Grill.
Minimum Bid: $2,500 |
Lunch at the 21 Club with Join award-winning author, investigative journalist and Hollywood producer Dominick Dunne for lunch at one of his favorite locations -- his own table at the 21 Club! You and your lucky companion will no doubt enjoy the intriguing conversation with this bestselling novelist and celebrity insider! Minimum Bid: $2,500 |
Attend the Premiere and
Attend the August 2008 premiere of "The Accidental Husband," the new romantic comedy directed by Griffin Dunne starring Uma Thurman, Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Colin Firth. At the exclusive after-party, Griffin Dunne will introduce you to the all-star cast. Minimum Bid: $2,000 |
Attend the Premiere of You and a friend will attend the September premiere of one of HBO's hottest hit shows, "Entourage," winner of two Emmy Awards, starring Vince (Adrian Grenier), "E" (Kevin Conolly), Drama (Kevin Dillon), Turtle (Jerry Ferrara) and Ari (Jeremy Piven). |
Sit in on A chance to sit in on the wrap-up show of "The Howard Stern Show," where you'll get the inside scoop on everyone and have the opportunity to meet with Gary 'Bababooey' Dell'abate. The package also includes one year of Howard TV On Demand plus a complete tour of the Howard Stern Show studio at Sirius. Minimum Bid: $1,500 |
| The Ultimate in Sports | ||
Private Helicopter to Golf
We know how busy the elite golf group can be, so this package also includes private roundtrip helicopter transportation to and from the course. Lunch will also be included. Minimum Bid: $4,000 |
Private Lesson Work on your serve with the man whom many in tennis consider the most talented player of all time. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a private lesson with John McEnroe, Minimum Bid: $12,500 |
"Suite" Seats to See Box Seats for Opening Day at the 2008 U.S. Open Tennis Championships Two tickets to see the Yankees take on the Mets this Saturday, MAY 17, 2008 at Yankee Stadium. Seats are located in Tier Box MVP, section 18. Four tickets to watch the Mets game in the 2008 regular season from the SNY suite and a chance to meet with SNY announcers before the game. Two tickets to see the Rangers -- from the Second Row! Enjoy a 3-course lunch for two at DB Bistro Moderne. Wine included! Also includes a 80G iPod with great content from MOJO HD with the best of sports, music, movies & more. Four tickets to view a Jets game from the SNY suite -- including on-field pre-game access. |
Your Child Can Be a A chance for your child to experience a New Jersey Nets game up close! Your child will be a NJ Nets Ball Boy or Girl during the '08-'09 season, including four lower-level tickets. Minimum Bid: $2,000 |
"Fore" All the Golfers!
Golf outing for your threesome with a member at the Westchester Country Club, one of the premiere private clubs in the New York Metro area. Westchester's illustrious members over the years have included Arnold Palmer, Vijay Singh, Ernie Els and Sergio Garcia. Your threesome will join club member Michael Small, CEO of Centennial Communications, for a day of golf at the exclusive members-only Hollywood Golf Club in NJ. Lunch will be included. |
Your Child Can Be a Mets Your child can be a sports reporter for a day! This is a chance for your child to shadow sideline reporter Kevin Burkhardt as he prepares for and covers a Mets game during the 2008 regular season for SNY. Includes two game tickets for the proud parents. Minimum Bid: $1,500 |
| Luxury Getaways | ||
Luxury in the A 5-night stay for two at Tortuga Bay, the exclusive new resort within the 15,000-acre PuntaCana Resort & Club. Enjoy five-star service, 5 miles of immaculate private beach, and a host of luxurious amenities.
Minimum Bid: $3,500 |
Escape to the Historic Enjoy a luxurious London getaway for two with a 2-night, 3-day stay at the May Fair hotel in the heart of the capital. The 5-star hotel, known as the place "to see and be seen," has recently undergone a £70 million remodeling, with creations from some of the world's top design houses including sofas and chairs by Fendi, chandeliers by Baccarat and paintings from St. Petersburg. Minimum Bid: $1,900 |
Family and Friends If you enjoy the outdoors and adventure is your thing, you'll love this 4-night, 5-day stay on the island of Kauai near Waimea Canyon, the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific." Home to NY1 reporter George Whipple, the Lehuamalu Kokee Cabin includes 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms - perfect for a family or group of friends. Minimum Bid: $1,500 |
| One-of-a-Kind Experiences | ||
Host a Private Concert with Renowned Recording Artist David Broza in Your Home
Host a private concert with multi-platinum Israeli singer-songwriter David Broza, one of the most dynamic and vibrant performers in the world, whose American debut album, Away From Home was praised by the The New York Times as "one of the best pop albums of the year. " |
Attend the Sports Illustrated You need to know someone to get into this launch party! When the 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition hits the stands next year, you will have already partied with its cover model at the 2009 SI Swimsuit Party.
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Bring the Cipriani Experience to
Denis Franceschini, the Executive Chef at Cipriani, will prepare a fabulous dinner for 6 in your NY or NJ home. Not only will he consult with you on the menu, he'll bring all of the ingredients!
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Be a Character
Become a part of literary history when internationally best-selling author Linda Farstein includes your name in her next crime thriller! Plus, you a two guests will join Linda Fairstein for lunch at Michael's, a restaurant renowned for its literary patrons. Includes signed first edition copies of Killer Heat, Bad Blood and Death Dance.
Minimum Bid: $1,000 |
Write a Song with
Sit down for a song-writing session with recording artist Matt White. After you've penned your hit song, submit your demo to the Executive VP of A&R at Atlantic Records -- and he'll listen and provide feedback! Not sure you're ready for the big time yet? Spend time tuning up in a class with Wendy Parr, a Certified Speech Level Master Teacher. Minimum Bid: $750 |
See Miley Cyrus
You'll be worshipped by your child if you bring home two tickets to Z100's sold-out "Zootopia Concert" featuring Miley Cyrus, the Jonas Brothers and many more! The concert is Saturday, May 17th at the IZOD Center in NJ.
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| Arts and Leisure | ||
Limited Edition GE Smith Fender Guitar
You too can be a rock star with this limited edition GE Smith Fender guitar! Includes a copy of GE's DVD titled "GE Smith 50 Watt Fuse - A Rock Doc" featuring David Lindley, plus an autographed photo of the legendary guitarist. Minimum Bid: $1,250 |
Throw a "Top Shelf"
Why not host a Scotch Tasting for your next party? Invite 20 of your luckiest friends over for a 2-hour scotch tasting of assorted single malt whiskeys. Also included is an engraved Johnnie Walker Blue to add to your collection. Winner must provide glassware, food and server. Minimum Bid: $1,000 |
Experience Dalí at the MoMa
A personal tour with Curator Jodi Hauptman of the exhibition "Dalí: Painting and Film" at The Museum of Modern Art. The exhibition runs from June 29th through September 15th, 2008. After you've seen all there is to see at the MoMA, head over to The Modern Bar Room for an amazing lunch. Minimum Bid: $750 |
| The Latest in Health, Beauty and Fashion | ||
A New Look from
Treat yourself to a day at Frédéric Fekkai! You'll have a haircut with a senior stylist and will also take home a selection of top-of-the-line hair care products. Minimum Bid: $400 |
Brighten Your Smile
Minimum Bid: $400 |
Treat Yourself to a
Experience the beauty of a professional Lancôme makeup application by celebrity makeup artist Andrew Sotomayor. Andrew's recent photo credits include Harper's Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, Brides, Domino, and the New York Post. He's worked on fashion shows for renowned designers Behnaz Sarafpour, Chris Benz, Claire Pettibone and countless others. Includes a selection of terrific Lancôme beauty products. Minimum Bid: $600 |
| Top Tickets | ||
See Colbert Live Nation, Colbert needs you. Okay, just needs two of you. Summoning the kind of patriotism that can only come from one place: live at "The Colbert Report." Minimum Bid: $500 |
"The Daily Show":
You and a guest will be there Minimum Bid: $500 |
Experience New York's Get the seats everyone wants at the hottest shows: Two tickets to "Inside the Actors Studio," an intimate discussion with top Hollywood stars (Minimum Bid: $250) Your teen and a friend will be on the scene for the latest music videos and live performances at MTV's "Total Request Live," aka "TRL." Two tickets to "Late Night with Conan O'Brien," known as "the most cunning talk show around." |
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Whether you're attending the Gala or not, you can support PAX by placing a maximum bid on any of the unique auction items. Download a Gala Auction Bid Form (PDF) here or call 917-327-4727. |