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These were our amazing auction items from the 2023 Goombay Bash! Thank you so much to all of our special guests, donors and volunteers!

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Golf in Private Tournament with 'Long' John Daly
Wrigley Field 1914 Club Cubs Game Experience For 4
One-Week Villa for 8 in the Heart of Tuscany
Nashville Trip for 2 to Watch Blackhawks vs Predators
7 Spectacular Nights in Spain for 8
It’s Back Again: The All-Inclusive Backyard BBQ Bash For 50
Europe’s Coolest Destination: 5 Nights for 4 in Portugal
Dinner for 10 With NFL Hall of Famer Dan Hampton
One Week Stay and Golf Foursome in Naples, Florida

Golf in Private Tournament with 'Long' John Daly

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime day of golf when you take a guest with you for two spots in John Daly’s own Private Golf Tournament, hosted at his home course, The Lion’s Den in Dardanelle, Arkansas.

Known for his driving distance off the tee, earning him the nickname “Long John,” Daly won the 1991 PGA Championship and has a reputation for a colorful, free-spirited lifestyle and unfiltered openness about the highs and lows of his career.

You’ll have the opportunity to mingle, take photos and hear Daly’s legendary career stories. He will play golf, engage and take photos with each foursome during one tournament hole. Each guest is also invited to an opening night welcome reception and a post-tournament BBQ with an open bar and Q&A session with Daly.

Two nights of hotel accommodations are also included.

Package Includes:

2 spots in John Daly’s Summer 2024 Private Golf Tournament at The Lion’s Den in Dardanelle, Arkansas (dates TBD)
John will play golf, engage and take photos with each foursome during one tournament hole
Post-tournament BBQ, open bar, and Q&A session with John Daly
One autographed item for each guest
Opening night welcome reception
2-night accommodation in a standard room at a local hotel

Restrictions:

All purchases non-refundable
Hotel based on double occupancy
No outside memorabilia allowed

Generously donated by: The H Foundation
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Wrigley Field 1914 Club Cubs Game Experience For 4

Celebrate the rich history of the Chicago Cubs with 3 guests by enjoying access to the American Airlines 1914 Club plus great seats to a game at Wrigley Field. This all-inclusive experience is the ultimate way to dine in the Friendly Confines with multiple bars serving craft and domestic beer, premium spirits and a selection of wine. Unique food offerings inside the club include chef-attended grill stations, artisan pizzas and flatbreads, ballpark fan favorites and signature house-made desserts. Services and amenities are available before, during and after the game. The club also offers private bathrooms and a private entrance to the park.

This package also includes 4 lower section seats, just to the side of home plate (AA15, Row 5, Seats 1-4) to watch the Cubs play the Cincinnati Reds at 7:05pm on Wednesday, August 2. Parking in the Camry VIP lot is also included.

Package Includes:

American Airlines 1914 Club access for 4, including all premier food and drinks
4 lower section tickets (AA15, Row 5, Seats 1-4) to Cubs vs Reds game at 7:05pm on August 2, 2023
Camry VIP lot parking pass

Restrictions:

All purchases non-refundable

Generously donated by: Brad Serlin, United Scrap Metal, Inc.
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One-Week Villa for 8 in the Heart of Tuscany

Drink in the sights, sounds and tastes of historic Cortona, Italy, with a 7-night stay at Villa Magnolia. Restored with its classic Tuscan style intact while meeting the modern needs of today’s travelers (like WiFi), this stunning 2,100-square-foot villa accommodates up to 10 people with 5 double bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. It also includes a grand private swimming pool, magnificent garden and breathtaking views of the area’s famous wine country. These areas are private and reserved for the exclusive use of your guests for ultimate privacy.

During your stay, your own private chef will prepare an in-villa traditional Italian dinner for everyone, including antipasto, first course, second course with side dish, dessert, local wine and service. You will also tour an historic building in Cortona with a wine tasting. An additional wine tour in Montepulciano or Cortona with English-speaking expert guides, a tasting and lunch.

You’ll spend another day learning about the rich history of the region in a two-hour “Secret Cortona” tour with a professional guide. Learn why Italians describe Cortona as the “Mother of Troy and the Grandmother of Rome.”

Located 8 miles from Cortona, Villa Magnolia is perfectly situated as a central point from which to visit many other Tuscan sites and areas, including the famous and beautiful Assisi and Florence. Renting a car or driver is highly recommend to get the most out of your visit.

Package Includes:

7-night stay in Villa Magnolia, Cortona, Italy for 8 guests
Round-trip ground transfers to/from Rome (2 hours away) for up to 8 people
Secret Cortona: 2-hour tour of Cortona with professional guide for 8 people
Tour of one historic building in Cortona and wine tasting
Wine tour in Montepulciano OR Cortona, tasting and lunch for 8 people
Private chef dinner in-villa for 8 people

Restrictions:

Stay must be Saturday to Saturday; blackout dates: Christmas Week, New Year’s Week, Easter Week and May 31-September 13
In the event Villa Magnolia is not available for your preferred travel dates, other Villas in Tuscany with comparable amenities may be offered as alternatives
Any changes to reservations must be made prior to 60 days of confirmed guest arrival
Travel must be completed within two years from purchase date
All purchases non-refundable

Generously Donated by: The H Foundation
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Nashville Trip for 2 to Watch Blackhawks vs Predators

Here’s your chance to see the Chicago Blackhawks’ number one draft pick Connor Bedard in action. You and your guest will catch all of the action from your lower-level seats at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville as the Hawks face the Predators in this exciting game package.

In addition to these amazing seats, your trip to Nashville includes airfare and a 2-nights of accommodations at a 4-star hotel, so you’ll be able to experience the other abundant entertainment that Music City has to offer.

Generously donated by Steve Falk.

Package Includes:

2 lower-level 100 section seats to a Nashville Predators vs Chicago Blackhawks game at Bridgestone Arena
Airfare for 2 to Nashville
2-night single-room stay at a 4-star hotel in Nashville

Restrictions:

All purchases non-refundable
Bridgestone Arena Predators game date is winner’s choice based on season schedule
Expires July 22, 2024

Generously donated by: Steve & Vickie Falk
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7 Spectacular Nights in Spain for 8

Just a 30-minute drive outside of Barcelona, your villa in the seaside escape of lovely Alella awaits. This area is famous for the richness of its wines and the contrast between the mountains and the beaches. Enjoy a 7-night stay with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths and a private pool for a 8 guests.

This package also includes a tour and tasting at the Alta Alella Mirgin Winery. Family-run and organically farmed, this winery offers an avant-garde product that reflects the soil and vintage characteristics. Walk through the vineyards to the wine cellar and the aging area, and finish with a guided tasting of four wines and canvas.

In addition, you and your guests will savor a delicious dinner prepared by a private chef in the comfort of your villa. Begin with a traditional appetizer of tapas, indulge in the main course of Catalan paella and end with a classic dessert.

Package Includes:

7-night stay in a 4-bedroom, 4-bath villa for 8 guests in Alella, Spain
Winery tour and tasting
Private chef-prepared dinner served in villa (wine not included)

Restrictions:

All purchases non-refundable
Reservations subject to availability, blackout dates and major holidays; months of July and August are blackout dates
Reservations must be booked 60 days in advance of travel
Must be booked within one year of purchase
Travel must occur within two years of purchase
Ground transportation not included

Generously donated by: The H Foundation
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It’s Back Again: The All-Inclusive Backyard BBQ Bash For 50

Do you have a major birthday, anniversary, graduation or other celebration coming up in the next year? We’ll bring the party of the year to your backyard with this perennially popular package that includes food, drink, set up, service, entertainment and clean up so you can just enjoy your own event.

The H Foundation Board will handle all of the labor and bring tables, chairs and tents. Beer, wine and liquor is all provided to accompany lip-smacking catering for 50 people from QBBQ, which earned back-to-back People’s Choice honors at Chicago’s Ribfest as well as Michelin Guide.

Musical entertainment will come courtesy of The LaMantia Brothers Band, a dynamic duo of rock’n’roll goodness and soulful songwriting.

Generously donated by John LaMantia, The H Foundation, Chicago Tent Rental and Q-BBQ

Package Includes:

Catering for 50 from Q-BBQ
Beer, wine and liquor
Tents, tables and chairs
Musical entertainment by The LaMantia Brothers band
Service from The H Foundation Board

Restrictions:

All purchases are non-refundable
Date must be mutually agreed upon
Location must be in the Chicagoland area
Expires July 22, 2024

Generously donated by: Chicago Tent Rental, The H Foundation, The LaMantia Brothers Band, Q-BBQ
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Europe’s Coolest Destination: 5 Nights for 4 in Portugal

There’s a reason Portugal’s travel and tourism industry is on track to break records this year. Discover what everyone is raving about by experiencing the city of Porto yourself, staying 5 nights in a private 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment with your group of 4 on the slopes above the Duoro Estuary. One of the most walkable cities in Europe, Porto is surrounded by beautiful beaches dotting the shoreline and is a must-see for any history lover, from its gleaming Baroque churches to the compact streets of the Ribeira district and the Romanesque Cathedral.

Of course, a major part of that rich history is the origin of Port wine, which you’ll learn about in your walking tour of Vila Nova de Gaia, the part of the city renowned for its Port cellars. You and your guests will receive tours and tastings at three incredible cellars, including either Sandeman, Graham’s, Taylor or Ferreira (one of the four), and Espaco Porto Cruz, Vasques De Carvalho or Quinta do Noval (two of the four), subject to availability of the respective cellars.

You’ll also visit the wineries of Quinta do Portal and Quinta do Tedo on a day wine tour through the breathtaking Duoro Valley. The first is an award-winning family winery whose vines have been grown for hundreds of years, while Quinta do Tedo is an 18th Century estate surrounded by terraced vineyards that climb high above the dramatic confluence of the Duoro and Tedo rivers. Wine tasting, lunch at Quinta do Portal and transportation are all included.

Your cultural immersion will also include a traditional Portuguese dinner at Casa de Mariquinhas, where you’ll also be treated to live Fado entertainment. A true feast for all senses, you’ll savor local flavors while the “fadista” sings her stories, accompanied by the smooth melody of the 12-stringed Portuguese guitar and six-stringed viola.

Package Includes:

5-night stay in a 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment for 4 people in Porto, Portugal
Walking tour of Vila Nova de Gaia
Tour and tasting at 3 Port cellars
Duoro Valley wineries and lunch
Portuguese dinner with Fado entertainment

Restrictions:

All purchases non-refundable
Apartment building does not have an elevator and stairs are required to reach the accommodations
Reservations are subject to availability, blackout dates and major holidays
Reservations must be booked 60 days in advance of travel
Except where stated, ground transportation is the responsibility of the winner
Certificates cannot be resold or replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed

Generously donated by: The H Foundation
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Dinner for 10 With NFL Hall of Famer Dan Hampton

Curate your next dinner party with one dream guest already confirmed. NFL Hall of Famer Dan Hampton, defensive lineman for the Super Bowl champion ’85 Bears will join your party of 10 at The Stadium Club.

More than a sports bar, The Stadium Club at the Max is a dining and entertainment destination in McCook, IL. The family-friendly establishment has open floor plan seating and a 30-seat wrap-around bar, which features original cocktails and a large selection of great local craft beers.

A Diageo mixologist will personally create cocktails for your group. Start with a Stadium Smash, inspired by the original Goombay Smash. Continue with a whiskey flight consisting of four rare pours: George Dickel x Leopold Bros. Collaboration Three Chamber Rye, Oban Distillers Edition 2013, Mortlach 20 (Cowie’s Blue Seal) and Orphan Barrel Series. Finish the evening with a night cap of Johnnie Walker Blue.

Enjoy 22oz Porterhouse steaks from Purely Meats and an entire 4-course meal prepared by Chef John and his team at The Stadium Club. Dinner will be paired with Prisoner red wines.

Package Includes:

Dinner for 10 at The Stadium Club at the Max
22oz prime Porterhouse steaks
Prisoner red wine pairing
Cocktails from Diageo mixologist
Johnnie Walker Blue night cap
High-end rare pour whiskey flight
NFL Hall of Famer and ’85 Chicago Bears player Dan Hampton joins your group for dinner

Restrictions:

All purchases non-refundable
Date must be mutually agreed upon
Expires July 22, 2022

Generously donated by: Dan Hampton, The Stadium Club
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One Week Stay and Golf Foursome in Naples, Florida

Get away to Naples, Florida for a full week stay in a designer-renovated, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condominium in the Pavilion Club community. Located in the Gulf Pavilion neighborhood, this condo is walking distance from Vanderbilt Beach and comes with access to the Gulf Pavilion community pool.

The Pavilion Club’s premium “West of 41” location makes it the ideal base for enjoying all the best that North Naples has to offer. It’s nestled around a tranquil lake with a fountain for a peaceful tropical courtyard. And it’s just two miles from the beach at Delnor-Wiggins State Park, lauded as the best beach in Naples for nature lovers.

This package includes one golf foursome at the otherwise members-only Olde Florida Golf Club, whose well-groomed fairways and greens offer terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level.

Package Includes: