Gala Auction

Lot 1

BVI Getaway

Donated By: Pamela and David V. Johnson & Ron Weiser and Barrie Bender 

Value: $24,150
Starting bid: $10,000

A luxurious five-night stay for up to eight guests in Amarone Villa, an incredible four-bedroom home at Oil Nut Bay in the British Virgin Islands. You’ll enjoy easy access to many of the Oil Nut Bay resort’s premier amenities and restaurants within a short strolling distance, combined with the privacy and elevated appointments of a truly exceptional home that feels a world apart from anywhere else. Dual master suites and an expansive great room provide uninterrupted views of Deep Bay from the upper level, while two more spacious bedrooms with ensuite baths round out the lower level’s comfortable and open-plan living spaces. Throughout this enchanting villa, you’ll enjoy unobstructed sea vistas from every room. Come evening, head outside to the spacious and northwesterly terrace with its dazzling private plunge pool, perfect for soaking up those sunset views. Your stay includes round-trip water taxi transportation from Beef Island, and you will also enjoy an unforgettable sunset cruise within the North Sound.

Your island getaway excludes the festive period (December 20-January 4); all other dates are subject to availability. Airfare to BVI nor food and beverages are included.

Lot 2

University of Michigan Sports Package

Donated by: Ron Weiser and Barrie Bender

Item value: Priceless 
Starting bid: $2,500
 

U of M fans, get ready! Four premier tickets to a home game of your choice during the 2024-2025 seasons for the following: U of M Hockey, U of M Basketball, and U of M Football. Hockey tickets are behind the penalty box, basketball tickets are at center court, and football tickets are on the 50-yard line.

Dates must be agreed upon one month before the hockey and basketball game and by July 31 for the football game. The football game excludes the Michigan vs. Texas game. 

Lot 3

SIP Wine Package

Donated by: Ron Weiser and Barrie Bender & SIP

Value: $4,300
Starting Bid: $3,000

An incredible wine package that includes a bottle of Opus One 2010 Double Magnum, two bottles of Louis Roederer Cristal Rose 2013, and two bottles of Dom Perignon Rose 2008.

Lot 4

Off the Easel

Donated by: Amy Moglia Heuerman

Item value: $9,700 
Starting bid: $6,800 

Wake up to the tranquil scene of Mother of Pearl, an original coastal painting with luminous colors like the inside of an oyster shell, by nationally known artist, Amy Moglia Heuerman. This acrylic painting, which is 60 x 60 inches, is from Amy’s Coastal collection.

Amy Art galleries and studios are located in Naples, Florida and in downtown Bay Harbor.

Lot 5

Island Crusin'

Donated by: Barbara and Bill Parfet

Item value: $10,000 
Starting bid: $5,000 

A boat cruise to Beaver Island for six people with Barbara and Bill Parfet. Your adventure begins with a delightful breakfast at the Parfet’s home, followed by a cruise around Beaver Island and nearby islands. The adventure continues as your group navigates around the island while enjoying lunch on the boat prepared by the crew. Celebrate your adventure with cocktails while cruising back to Bay Harbor.

The Island Cruisin’ package must be used during the summer of 2024. Contact the Parfet’s to coordinate a mutually agreed upon date.

Lot 6

USVI Getaway

Donated by: Ron Weiser and Barrie Bender 

Item value: $4,000 
Starting bid: $2,000 

A luxurious five-night stay for two guests at iconic The Fred Hotel in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. The Fred is a beachfront, boutique, adults-only resort, spa, restaurant and bar, and is the only beachfront resort in town. The Fred is the first new hotel to open on St. Croix since 1986. Your stay includes a bottle of champagne upon arrival, two complimentary meals at the onsite resort restaurant, and free use of watersport equipment during your stay.

Subject to availability. 

Lots 7 & 8

Hourani Cuvée

Donated by: Dr. Michael and Jane Hourani

Item values: Priceless  
Starting bids: $5,000 

Lot 7 - 2018 Hourani Cuvée: A wonderful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc from the highest elevation in all of Napa Valley on Mount Veeder – 2,500 feet above sea level. There’s nothing like mountain fruit. The 2018 Hourani Cuvée is made with the best grapes grown on Mount Veeder. It’s a spectacular wine, stupendous, with iconic quality.

Lot 8 - 2020 Hourani Cuvée: A fantastic blend of old vine Cabernet Sauvignon, some of the oldest vines in all of Napa Valley that are between 75 and 100 years old and have not been affected by disease. This is unheard of in Napa Valley. These special grapes were grown for wine of epic quality, the highest caliber Cabernet Sauvignon you will ever drink. The blend is a fabulous 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot. It comes from a vineyard owned by the iconic winery Opus One on famed Howell Mountain, which all insiders in the wine business know is the best area to grow Merlot in Napa Valley.  

Each package includes; (1) Magnum bottle, (1) 1.5 liter bottle, and (4) 750ml bottles.

Lot 9

An Evening in Harbor Springs

Donated By: Lin and Herb Henkel

Item value: $10,000 
Starting bid: $5,000 

Treat six friends to a special evening. Begin making memories at the Henkel residence in Bay Harbor for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. A Barton & Gray Mariners Club 44-foot Hinckley Talaria will pick up your party from the Henkel residence for an evening cruise to Harbor Springs for dinner at the newly opened Mediterranean-themed restaurant Jolie.

This exciting package is available in late July or August 2024.

Lot 10

Detroit Sports Package

Donated By: Ron Weiser and Barrie Bender, Ken Fischer, and Denise Ilitch

Item value: Priceless 
Starting bid: $4,500 

Sports fans rejoice! Your Detroit Sports Package includes a full suite at Comerica Park for a Detroit Tigers game, with 14 tickets, 3 parking passes, scoreboard greeting, food and merchandise discounts, and carousel and Ferris wheel rides. The Lance Parrish Suite, number 108, is on the first suite level above first base. The winner is responsible for food and beverage, which can be obtained through Comerica Park catering or by purchase at concession stands on the Concourse Level and brought to the suite. Subject to availability in 2024 or 2025. 

Your Detroit Sports Package also includes four Players Club tickets for a regular season Detroit Red Wings game at Little Caesars Arena. Your party will enjoy complimentary food and beverages, a parking pass, and an iconic Zamboni ride! To top it off, you will also receive a signed hockey puck by Red Wings legend and General Manager Steve Yzerman.

Lot 11

Otherworldly Escape

Donated By: Ron Weiser and Barrie Bender

Item value: $10,00 
Starting bid: $5,000 

Enjoy a remarkable weeklong stay for up to eight guests at The Other World guest house on lush, private grounds in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands. Your villa features two master suites, a fully equipped kitchen, refreshing pool, and large patio with immaculate views, and is just minutes from beautiful beaches and downtown Cruz Bay. Do not miss out on this incredible opportunity.

Major holidays are unavailable; all other dates are subject to availability.