Auction of Washington Wines Kicks Off 17th Annual 'Gift to the Community'; Seattle Area Chefs Donate Time/Talents to Philanthropic Celebration.Assignment Desks/Food & Wine Writers SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 20, 2004 Wine enthusiasts from around the nation will sip vintages and savor fare from Seattle's best chefs when the Auction of Washington Wines, the philanthropic organization of the Washington state wine industry, kicks-off its 17th annual "Gift to the Community" Aug. 26-28 at Chateau Ste. Michelle The Chateau Ste. Michelle is a Washington winery in Woodinville, Washington. They are noted for their bestselling Riesling (as the largest single producer of Riesling in the world), but produce wines of many classic varietals and some experimental wines on a per-year basis. Ste. in Woodinville, Wash. The celebration, touted among the nation's largest charity wine auctions by the Wine Spectator's annual charity auction review, pairs the creations of Seattle's finest culinary talent with world-class Washington wines to benefit Children's Hospital A children's hospital is a hospital which offers its services exclusively to children. The number of children's hospitals proliferated in the 20th century, as pediatric medical and surgical specialties separated from internal medicine and adult surgical specialties. and Regional Medical Center and the Washington Wine Education Foundation. "Wine collectors from across the nation attend the Auction each year seeking out Washington wines," says Carol Munro, the Auction's newly appointed executive director. "One-of-a-kind auction lots featuring Washington wines combined with unique dining and travel experiences, a dynamite line-up of local chefs and a lot of great wine for the tasting has resulted in a successful event year after year. The Auction has raised more than $12 million for Washington beneficiaries since its beginning in 1988." An 11-chef team representing such venerable area restaurants as Ray's Boat House and the Sorrento Hotel's Hunt Club will donate their talents to create menus for the Auction's two feature events: -- PICNIC, a casual, fun kick-off event on Chateau Ste. Michelle's concert grounds, Thursday, Aug. 26 from 5 p.m. until dusk -- Gala Auction, a black-tie culinary experience with live and silent auctions on Saturday, Aug. 28 from 5 p.m. to midnight Each menu will showcase a wide selection of wines from Washington's quality wine region. Beneficiaries Children's Hospital & Regional Medical Center (Uncompensated Care uncompensated care, n health care services provided by a hospital, physician, dental professional, or other health care professional for which no charge is made and for which no payment is expected. ) For nearly 100 years Children's Hospital & Regional Medical Center has carried-out its mission of providing excellent pediatric patient pediatric patient Child, see there care, education, research and child advocacy Child advocacy refers to a range of individuals, professionals and advocacy organizations who promote the optimal development of children. An individual or organization engaging in advocacy typically seeks to protect children’s rights which may be abridged or abused in a regardless of a patient's ability to pay. Consistently ranked as one of the best children's hospitals This is a list of children's hospitals. See also Pediatric Care. International
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Weekly newsmagazine published in Washington, D.C. U.S. News was founded in 1933 by David Lawrence (1888–1973) to cover important domestic events; he founded World Report in 1945 to treat world news. The two magazines were merged in 1948. and Child magazines, Children's serves as the pediatric pediatric /pe·di·at·ric/ (pe?de-at´rik) pertaining to the health of children. pe·di·at·ric adj. Of or relating to pediatrics. referral center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho. In 2003, more than 157,000 children received financial assistance. "Every year we treat thousands of children from around the world with life-threatening illnesses," says Linda Stull, member of the Children's Hospital Board of Trustees board of trustees Politics The posse of thugs who oversee an institution's administration. See Board of directors. . "The cost of providing this care is astronomical, and can quickly exhaust a family's medical coverage -- even if the family had insurance to begin with. Events like the Auction of Washington Wines make it possible for the hospital to meet its mission of providing quality care for all -- regardless of ability to pay. We never want to turn a child away." The Washington Wine Education Foundation The Washington Wine Education Foundation supports 2-year and 4-year collegiate programs in Washington viticulture and enology. A portion of funds raised at the Auction of Washington Wines goes directly to the state's educational partners -- Washington State University Washington State University, at Pullman; land-grant and state supported; chartered 1890, opened 1892 as an agriculture college. From 1905 to 1959 it was the State College of Washington. , Yakima Valley Community College and Walla Walla Community College. These academic institutions began a collaborative effort in 2001 to create quality enological education programs that graduate students with the skills necessary to further Washington's growing wine industry. Event Chairpersons The Auction of Washington Wines is co-chaired by Gary McLean, president of Interstate Distributor, and Chuck Carpenter, retired Weyerhaeuser executive and long-standing Auction patron. These community leaders share a passion for wine and for "giving back" to their communities. As co-chairs, McLean and Carpenter help introduce new auction patrons, assist with fundraising and spread the news about Washington's world-class wine region. In addition, two honorary industry chairmen -- Grower, Mike Sauer, owner of the Yakima Valley's Red Willow Vineyard, and Vintner, Doug Gore, senior vice president of winemaking and vineyards at Stimson Lane Vineyards & Estates -- will be honored for their industry contributions during the festivities fes·tiv·i·ty n. pl. fes·tiv·i·ties 1. A joyous feast, holiday, or celebration; a festival. 2. The pleasure, joy, and gaiety of a festival or celebration. 3. . PICNIC PICNIC kicks-off Auction festivities at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 26. This casual, relaxed celebration held on the concert grounds at Chateau Ste. Michelle features Washington wines and gourmet picnic fare prepared by Lisa Dupar Catering. Mardi Newman is the guest auctioneer as the bidding for Washington wines begins. Tickets are included in the price of the Gala event, but can be purchased separately for $125 per person if not attending the Gala Auction. Gala Auction The Auction of Washington Wines black-tie Gala on Saturday, Aug. 28 at 5 p.m. features the Grand Live Auction under a 20,000 square foot tent. The evening begins with hors d'oeuvres and a silent auction followed by a multi-course dinner prepared by some of Seattle's finest chefs -- all of whom donate their time to the event. The celebrated culinary roster includes John Sarich, culinary director, Chateau Ste. Michelle; Charles Ramseyer, executive chef, Ray's Boathouse; Diana Dillard, Seattle Culinary Academy, Seattle Central Community College Seattle Central Community College (SCCC) is a community college located in Seattle, Washington, in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. It is one of the three colleges which make up the Seattle Community College District. ; Chris Ainsworth, executive chef; Fish Club; Janet Hedstrom, executive chef, Chateau Ste. Michelle; Jean-Claude Berger, pastry chef instructor coordinator, South Seattle Community College South Seattle Community College is a community college located in West Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1970, it is one of three colleges which make up the Seattle Community College District. ; Kerry Sear sear 1 v. seared, sear·ing, sears v.tr. 1. To char, scorch, or burn the surface of with or as if with a hot instrument. See Synonyms at burn1. 2. , chef/owner, Cascadia; Walter Pisano, executive chef, Troiani; Wayne A. Johnson, executive chef, Andaluca Restaurant, Mayflower Mayflower, ship Mayflower, ship that in 1620 brought the Pilgrims from England to New England. She set out from Southampton in company with the Speedwell, Park Hotel & Oliver's; and Brian Scheehser, executive chef, Hunt Club. Auctioneers Dick and Sharon Friel and Mardi Newman will open the live auction after dinner is served. More than 700 guests are expected to attend the event. The evening will conclude with the Grand Finale party in the winery barrel room lounge. Tickets for both Auction of Washington Wines events (PICNIC and Gala) are $550 per person. Single event tickets are $125 per person for PICNIC and $500 per person for the Gala. Special corporate table packages are available. Purchase tickets by calling 206-667-9463 ext. 256 or by visiting www.washingtonwine.org and clicking on Auction of Washington Wines. The Auction of Washington Wines is a 501C-3 not-for profit organization facilitating the Washington state wine industry's philanthropic support. For more information about the AWW AWW Any Which Way AWW Antwerpse Waterwerken (Belgian: Antwerp drinking water distributor) AWW American Water Works AWW Allagash Wilderness Waterway AWW Above-Water Warfare AWW Severe Weather Forecast Alert AWW Adjusted Weaning Weight check out the Web site at www.washingtonwine.org and click on Auction of Washington Wines, or call 206-667-9463, ext. 204 or 256. |
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