Child & Family Services: Heartlight Gala

Development Department

Friday, October 16th
The Larkin at Exchange Building
Buffalo, New York

Please join us on Friday, October 16^th at The Larkin at Exchange Building for a wonderful menu of food, drinks and music, all with a fabulous turn-of-the-century Buffalo theme. We are pleased to continue a new, relaxed format of passed hors d’oeuvres, food stations and cocktails, allowing more time to mingle and enjoy the evening’s entertainment, auctions and delightful company, without the restrictions of a sit-down dinner. Scott Levin from WGRZ-TV will emcee the event.

This year Heartlight will highlight historic Buffalo including the Pan-American Exposition, The Larkin Company, Frank Lloyd Wright and games of the day, all in the perfect setting - the beautifully renovated Larkin at Exchange Building. Expect Vaudeville-style entertainment and the must-have drink that was served at the Pan-Am Expo - The Buffalo... you can only get it here!

Michael Walsh, who is very active in the Western New York community, is the chair of this year’s event. He is the Executive Vice President of Walsh Insurance Group, currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors at Child & Family Services and also serves on the Board of Directors of YMCA Buffalo Niagara.

Since its inception, Heartlight has raised over $750,000 for the programs we offer to our community's children and families, and this year we hope you will be part of the fun. We hope to see you on October 16^th!

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Free ramp parking available - click here for a map.

Questions regarding the event?
Contact Lynn Westcott:
Lwestcott@cfsbny.org
716.335.7234

Heartlight Online Auction Now Open....

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Heartlight '09 Live Auction Packages:

L1: In The Red Zone for Bills v. Texans & An Autographed Football

SIX seats in the Red Zone - the best place to see a Bills game in Winter! On November 1st watch the game from a climate-controlled area with in-seat service, or from a table behind the theater-style seating. It doesn’t end there – we’re also including a football autographed by Trent Edwards, Terrell Owens & Lee Evans! Donor: West Herr Automotive.

Value: Priceless

L2: HP Notebook & Back-up Hard Drive

Need a new computer? We have a HP Compaq Business Notebook Model 6530B. Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHZ Processor, 2 G.B memory, 250 G.B Hard Drive, DVD R/W, 14.4 Display, Wireless and Bluetooth, Fax Modem. Also includes a water-and fire-proof 80 GB external hard drive. Great gift idea! Donors: AIS & Service Supply.

Value: $1,550.

L3: Holiday Flower Shop

Celebrated impressionist artist G. Harvey's paintings are found in collections of presidents, major corporations, & museums. Typical of his work, this 16”x20” giclee on canvas contains fabulous color and portrays a moment in time when horses clattered across cobblestone. Conservation-framing protects the art. Donor: Rider Frames & Gallery.

Value: $650.

L4: A Dinner Party To Die For

Fabulous party planner Charlene Kowalczewski has designed another original party just for us, celebrating turn-of-the-century Buffalo! This year it's an evening of interactive mystery with scheming, double-dealing and intrigue set in the elegant Lockwood Mansion. They may be your guests, but not everyone is as they seem... some have dark secrets... and a killer lurks among them! Includes custom invitations, full-service catering by All Occasions, a case of wine and 3 hour murder mystery for 12. Date to be mutually agreed upon; 45 days advance notice; expires September 2010. Donors: Charlene Kowalczewski, All Occasions Catering & Child & Family Services.

Value: Priceless.
L5: The Best Golf Around!

Play Brookfield CC with David Nasca, President/CEO of Evans Bank; CCB with Connie Vari, COO at Kaleida Health; and Cherry Hill with Doug Bean, Partner at Eric Mower & Associates. They’ll pick up golf and lunch for three. Fox Valley offers golf for four. These are the best courses in WNY! Mutually agreed upon dates; expires September 30, 2010. Donors: Connie Vari, Doug Bean, David Nasca & Fox Valley Club.

Value: Priceless
L6: Backyard Reggae Party with The Riddim Posse

Kick back and enjoy the music and the company when Jamaican-born Neville Thomas and his band play for 2 hours at your party! This package includes 3 cases of Red Stripe, one case of wine and a $50 gift certificate for munchies at Wegmans. Also includes Neville's CD to get the party going before he hits the stage! Date to be mutually agreed upon by winner and Neville Thomas. Expires September 30, 2010.

Value: $850.
L7: Southwest Airline Tickets

A pair of Round Trip tickets anywhere they fly! No blackouts! Expires 11/1/10.

Value: $800.
L8: Delectable Tapas Menu!

Creekview Head Chef Mary Ann Giordana cooks up a tapas menu for 12. Includes $100 certificate to Premier Wine & Spirits, $200 in food, $100 certificate for flowers from Maureen’s and a case of wine. Mutually agreed upon date with 6 weeks notice required; expires September 30, 2010. Donated by Mary Ann Giordano, Creekview; The Premier Group, Maureen’s Buffalo Wholesale Flowers & The Bonadio Group.

Value: $1,400.
L9: The Most Exciting City On Earth!

New York City, Times Square & Broadway are yours for the taking! This fab package includes up to $500 toward two round-trip tickets to NYC, a $200 certificate from TKTS (choose the show you want, when you want it) and two nights at the Marriott Marquis – smack in the middle of Times Square! You won’t believe this place! Expires September 30, 2010. Based upon availability & some blackout rules apply. Donor: Parkview Health Services.

Value: $1,200.
L10: Don An Apron & Roll Up Your Sleeves – With 11 Friends!

Create an unforgettable meal while enjoying the company and conversation of up to 11 friends. The professional chef instructors of the Culinary Arts Center at Auburn Watson make sure you leave armed with the tips and techniques to re-create the cooking magic at home. Includes a case of wine to make it that much more fun! Expires 9/30/10. Donor: Auburn Watson.

Value: $1,000.
L11: Say Goodbye to Your To-Do List!

Need an electrician? plumber? carpenter? all-round handyman? We can do that! Our C&FS Facilities staff is donating 20 man-hours of their time to help you with household jobs you’ve been meaning to tackle. Our talented and trustworthy guys come to you with decades of experience as journeyman plumbers, electricians and carpenters. Includes a $200 gift card to Home Depot. Project(s) subject to approval by Facilities Director. Must be completed within 4 months of start date; work site must be located within 30 miles of downtown Buffalo; expires September 30, 2010. Donated by Child & Family Services Facilities & David Homes.

Value: Priceless
L12: NASCAR in the Toyota Suite with Pit Credentials & Tour

You & a friend. Toyota Suite. NASCAR Sprint Cup Race. May 30, 2010. Fly to Charlotte N.C. via AirTran to watch the race from the Toyota Suite – that’s so sweet! Tour the pits and see racing from a crewman's point of view. Two passes include meals, snacks and beverages, gift bag and pit tour along with pit credentials… every NASCAR fan’s dream!! If you drive to N.C. you can use the AirTran tickets to go anywhere AirTran flies! Donor: West Herr, Toyota Racing.

Value: $4,000.

Lead Sponsor

BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York

Level 1 Sponsors

CTG
KeyBank
Frenkel Benefits

Special Thanks To

United Graphics
Kristen Helwig
Scott Levin

Auction Committee

Kelly Catanzaro
Diane Ceravolo
Pam Cercone
Brittany Frey
Bill Loecher
Tammy Tempfer
Eileen Tobias

Theme & Decorations Committee

Lynn Buffamonti
Dona King
Diane Lees
Rosemarie O'Bannion
Dawn Schregel

Sponsorship Committee

Bruce Kaz
Eugene Meeks
Kevin O'Leary
Michael Walsh

Ticket Sales Committee

Cheryl Duggan
Linda Kahn

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