Make it GREAT in 2008!

Make it Great in 2008!

The Evening of Celtic Pride is just over 2 months away. In 2006, 376 auction items were collected. In 2007 we had 443 items. We are challenging everyone to "Make it Great in 2008" with 500 items. The deadline to get items listed in the catalogue is about 6 weeks away. As you can see--time is flying and we need your donations now. Your donations--each and every one of them --all add up to a successful event--and hopefully 500 items!. Please donate or procure your item now.
It takes 3 easy steps.

1. Purchase or procure an item.
2. Fill out the procurement/donation form.
3. Deliver or send it to school.

Items are always coming in, so keep them coming and watch for a weekly update.Donations for this past week:
-7 pc. wine set and 7 pc. cordial set, both donated by Lee & Pancho Luna.
-Louie's Mobile DJ, owners: Steve & Lisa Lewis who's son is a 2006 graduate, 4 hours of DJ services for your next big party!
-Smokin' Gringos BBQ, Craig & Kathy Lay, owners, have once again this year, donated a BBQ party for up to 40, ( this will be paired with the above DJ service for the live auction--it could be that perfect party package for Graduation!)
-K.C. Balfour, Mike McClanahan, Rep. has donated a custom made Silvertone Celestrium Class Ring, $220.78 value!
-Mike Sutherlin owner of Sutherlin Optical, has donated a pair of glasses, up to a $300.00 value!
-Susan Rogers, is graciously donating Premier Designs jewelry again this year. Details coming soon!
-Claudia Farrell, who is on the procurement committee again this year, and is in charge of weekend trips! Some tickets already in: Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Sam Noble Museum of Natural History in Oklahoma, Omaha children's Museum family passes, 4 individual day passes to Lauritzen Gardens Omaha's Botanical Center, 4 reserved seats to the Omaha Royals game, 2 family day passes for up to six people to the Omaha Children's Museum and the Veterans Memorial Museum in Branson. Much more to come! Way to go Claudia!
-Michael L. Fortin has donated two Saturday night tickets May 9th, 2009, and a parking pass to the KC Ballet production of "Nine Sinatra Songs" at the Lyric Theater, retail value of $90.
-Chris St. Germain donated a sightseeing flight over the Kansas City Area for up to 3 people. A $145 value.
-Kathy & Larry Ryan (Ryan Lawn & Tree), are supporting our O'Hara Students by donating a Weed & Feed for up to 10,000 sq. ft. of lawn, a $80 value.
-Bill & Nancy Bass (with 2 O'Hara graduates--and no current students) have opened their Pontoon Boat to you and 11 of your friends for a day Cruise at Lakewood. Details to come.
-Jim & Rita Naudet have donated a golf foursome at Leawood South Country Club. Jim, your host, will make it a golf fivesome. This gift includes carts and greens fees.
-Mark & Jennifer Fennesy have donated a pair of game worn, autographed, size 16 Nike football cleats autographed by none other than #88 Tony Gonzalez! These shoes are awesome and BIG!
-Carla & Randy Griffin have donated their Chiefs tickets for the San Diego Chargers game December 14th, Gate B, Section 102, Seats 7,8,9 & 10. Tickets and parking pass -- $383.50.
-Presentation School is donating a Teacher's favorite book basket and book accessories. (This is a challenge to all the other elementary schools!)
-Cecil & Donna Coulter have provided details on the Hunting Rifle. It is a Remington 700, 308 Cal., stainless steel, fluted, ported heavy barrel, polished diamond cut bolt synthetic stock, premium quality rifle with full factory warranty, plus weaver model V10 scope, 10 x 50 variable with silver finish. Rifle has been sited for 100 yards. Leupold bases and rings. This gun has a $1,500.00 retail value! Wow!!
Baskets in progress-- you can help complete them with: *Wine to put with the lovely crystal decanter set from the Luna's.
*Brandy to go with the cordial set also donated by the Luna's.
*An ice cream maker
*BBQ Grill
*Lawn Mower
We have already have over 70 people signed up to volunteer, but we still have volunteer opportunities available.Want to pick up some ideas and gain hands-on experience preparing wonderful food with a professional caterer? Then here's your chance. We need 5 more volunteers to help prepare appetizers on Friday, Nov. 21st at St. Regis for Saturday night. Please email Sherri Hays at hayspartyof4@aol.com or pclub@oharahs.org if you can help. The food committee is being led by Kathy Stockard, a wonderful O'Hara parent for many years and a great chef! Tickets are on sale now, and selling fast. Don't wait! Call Eileen Fratzke at 763-4800 to purchase yours. This event has sold out every year.