Make-A-Wish Croquet Invitational & Charity Auction May 16, 2009

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The picturesque croquet lawns and vineyards of Sonoma-Cutrer form the backdrop for this popular event which sells out every year. More than 1,000 wine, croquet and food enthusiasts will don their "croquet whites" and enjoy an elegant afternoon of exquisite wines, gourmet cuisine, a world-class auction, and The North American Open Croquet Tournament.

The wine country’s finest restaurants will delight you during the Savory & Sweet Le Boulevard Tastings, with their selections of appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, mini-desserts and sweet tid-bits.

The Silent Auction allows guests to stroll along the Grand Terrace at their leisure and bid on lots ranging in value from $500 - $2,500.

The Live Auction offers one-of-a-kind vacations, amazing sports packages, as well as extraordinary wines gathered from the private cellars of wine enthusiasts and top wineries.

Saturday Schedule of Events:
10:00 AM
• The day begins with Welcoming Mimosas upon arrival and a Savory Tasting of elegant hors d'oeuvres and extraordinary wines, while guests watch the professional croquet tournament.
• Silent Auction.
12:30 PM
• Guests head courtside for a gourmet lunch and cheer on the "Dueling Vintners," during an entertaining Sonoma vs. Napa croquet match.
2:00 PM
• The excitement continues with a spirited Live Auction featuring an outstanding catalog of wine, specialty items, and unique travel excursions.
4:00 PM
• Big Board "Mini-Live" Auction
• Silver Chip Tasting of Rare Wines
• Sweet Tasting of desserts on Le Boulevard
• Dancing to live music on the Grand Terrace

Attire: Wear your whites!

Purchase Tickets at www.TheAList.org

• Spectator: $200. TheAList.org has a very limited number of specially priced tickets available for $99.99. The price will go up on April 1. Buy now.

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