2009 Awards Dinner Raffle

2009 Shriver Center Grand Raffle

San Francisco getaway
Fly courtesy of the Shriver Center’s official airline, Southwest, to enjoy a two-night stay at the San Francisco Hyatt.  During your stay, see the San Francisco Ballet in the majestic War Memorial Opera House.  Spend one day touring Alcatraz thanks to Alcatraz Cruises, and another visiting the Aquarium of the Bay. Click here to buy raffle tickets.

Chicago nightlife and more
Enjoy a two-night’s stay at the lavish Conrad Chicago, where you are within walking distance of all that the city has to offer.  Take in the jazz and nightlife that made Chicago famous at Kingston Mines.  Here, you and your closest friends will enjoy drinks and music in this Chicago landmark (three tickets for four admissions each and four drinks each).  On your second night in the city, take a trip to the Lakeview neighborhood and experience the music phenomenon, the Blue Man Group. Click here to buy raffle tickets.

Weekend escape to San Antonio
Take in the southern hospitality of Texas with a night’s stay at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter or Riverwalk.  This trip is possible thanks to Southwest, the Shriver Center’s official airline. Click here to buy raffle tickets.

Family fun in the city
Gather your children or grandchildren and get ready for a day in the city!  You will discover both the natural and man-made wonders in Chicago as you visit Shedd Aquarium (4 tickets), Kohl Children’s Museum (4 tickets) and the Museum of Science & Industry (4 tickets).  After a day on the town, head over to Devon Seafood Grill for a delicious dinner with your family.  The sports fans and the theater connoisseurs can split up for the evening and enjoy a KidSeries production at the Lifeline Theatre (2 tickets) or a Chicago Wolves hockey game (2 tickets).  Also included is an authentic autographed baseball by Cubs third-basemen, Aramis Ramirez. Click here to buy raffle tickets.

Cultural Chicago I
Enjoy a dinner for two at the critically-acclaimed Custom House Restaurant.  Continue your evening around the corner at Orchestra Hall for a mesmerizing Tchaikovsky performance by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.  (Tickets for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra are for the Dec. 19, 2009 performance only.). Click here to buy raffle tickets.

2009 Shriver Center Auction

This year, the Shriver Center has several great prize packages that will be auctioned at our annual awards dinner. To participate in the auction you must attend the Shriver Center 2009 Awards Dinner, click here to buy tickets.

Once in a lifetime treat
Invite friends to join you for a delicious four-course dinner for four at Art Smith’s home in Kenwood, President Obama’s neighborhood on Chicago’s south side (wine and gratuity not included).  Art Smith, previously “Oprah’s chef”, now owns Table fifty-two, where the Obamas enjoyed Valentine’s Day dinner.  He occasionally opens his lovely home to special guests for an intimate dining experience.

Laguna Niguel oceanfront vacation
Soak up the sun in stunning Laguna Niguel, on the southern coast of Orange County.  Spend a week by the beach in an oceanfront house (3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, full decks, gourmet kitchen), within minutes of hiking trails, two pools and tennis courts.  Also included are 2 tickets to a local amusement park or sporting event (you can choose a trip to the San Diego Zoo, Disneyland, or an Anaheim Angels game).  Southwest, the Shriver Center’s official airline will fly you to this tranquil vacation spot. 

Kick back and treat yourself and friends
Relish a package that consists of a Nat Sherman humidor, handcrafted in Italy; 25 cigars, handrolled in the Dominican Republic; as well as a collection of Nat Sherman leather goods crafted in Lecerf Spain (2-finger case, embossed wallet, key fob).

Nantucket retreat
Relax on the beaches of Nantucket.  Fly to this Massachusetts getaway courtesy of Southwest, the Shriver Center’s official airline, and enjoy a stay in a one-of-a-kind luxury home.

Chicago, in rare style
Ride alongside Tim Samuelson, cultural historian for the City of Chicago, and Jim Peters, president of Landmarks Illinois, in a spacious van as you learn about the history and structures that make Chicago unique.  After your tour, enjoy dinner for two at the contemporary MK Restaurant.

Romantic interlude
Retreat to the luxurious W Chicago-Lakeshore Hotel for a night’s stay and complimentary breakfast for two.  Delight in Peter Gallagher’s one-man show called “Don’t Give Up On Me” in Chicago at the Drury Lane Water Tower Place (two tickets) and visit Peter backstage for a chat, photos, autographs and a CD signed by Peter. After a relaxing night, pamper yourself with a Chicago Chocolate Tour the next day.   During this tour, you will visit (and sample) the many hidden delectable treasures throughout the city. 

Cultural Chicago II
Learn about and enjoy the culture south-of-the-border with a one-year membership to the National Museum of Mexican Art.