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Country music’s biggest night. Enjoy the glitz and glamour of the Country Music Association’s 43rd annual CMA Awards in Nashville, compliments of Charlie and Moll Anderson. The 2008 roster of attendees included performers like Brooks and Dunn, Brad Paisley, George Strait, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban and 2008 Entertainer of the Year, Kenny Chesney. Don’t worry about driving home that night—you can enjoy the use of Maureen and Don Bosch’s condo on Printer’s Alley to complete your Nashville experience. | |||||
| “steel” Yourself. Admit it. You’re a Steelers fan. Even if you’re not, this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the most successful NFL team of all time will make you a convert. Jimmy and Dee Haslam and Pilot Travel Centers have graciously offered a trip for two people to a Pittsburgh Steelers home game. Travel in style aboard a private plane to that shrine of the Steeler faithful, Heintz Field, where you’ll watch the players warm up from your VIP vantage point on the field. When it’s time for kick-off, you’ll be escorted to the Owner’s Box to enjoy the game. Honorary citizenship in the Steeler Nation included. (Date of game to be determined by donor.) | ||||||
It’s good to be king, or queen. Holding court during a sunset cruise aboard the yacht of Dr. Bill Smith and Nyda Brook would be regal on its own, but when paired with the culinary talents of Bistro by the Tracks, you’ll feel like royalty! Bill and Nyda will be your gracious hosts as you and your guests relax on this well-appointed 100-foot yacht. The cruise will begin from the Fort Loudon Yacht Club. Winner has the choice of a sit-down wine dinner for eight people or hors d’oeuvres and wine for 20 people. |
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| Does your web site rock? Is your web site the Internet equivalent of elevator music? Then jazz it up with a web site designed just for you by Scott Spaid at Mediapulse Inc. You can create a new site or modify the visual design of an existing site to make it a hit with customers and friends. (The value of the design is not to exceed $3,000.) In addition, Scott will provide his iDeal Platform hosting and site maintenance package ($3,000 value) for one year once the new/upgraded site is up and running. Total value of the package is $6,000. Having a rock star web site is priceless. | ||||||
| a wild night at your place. Impress your guests when Einstein the African grey parrot and her keeper come to your home to show off her amazing vocabulary. Scrumptious hors d’oeuvres and a selection of wines will be served by the fabulous Northshore Brasserie which specializes in homemade French Belgian cuisine. Package is for 20 people. | ||||||
| Roaring down the rails. Keep your next party on the rails with a unique celebration on the Three Rivers Rambler. This package offers you the option of choosing your preferred method of celebrating. You can choose to have a birthday party for 25 or a private caboose ride for 12 on the Three Rivers Rambler. These packages include cupcakes and soft drinks. Or if listening to the roar of the crowd is more your style, you can opt to celebrate with a railgate party for 25 on the Tennessee, parked across from Neyland Stadium. Railgates include hor d’oeuvres and beer and wine. (The Three Rivers Rambler is subject to availability. May not be used for Christmas or other special train. The Tennessee may not be available for all games due to other commitments.) | ||||||
| U2! Still haven’t found what you’re looking for? Pounce on this chance to see the legendary rock band U2. You and seven lucky friends will enjoy the 360 tour on October 6th at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. These are great seats near the stage (Section 111, four in row 16 and four in row 17.) The tour will offer fans a unique view of the band on their innovative new stage design. | ||||||
| These ladies know how to rock the house. Join Joan Cronan at a private lunch for you and seven of your friends at Thompson Boling Arena to get the inside scoop on the phenomenal Lady Vols, one of the most successful basketball programs of all time. After lunch, you and your guests will accompany Joan on a private tour of Pratt Pavillion and see the Lady Vols in action during a practice session. | ||||||
| Own A Masterpiece. We are privileged to again offer a beautiful landscape created by the pride of Knoxville, artist Ron Williams. Ron’s work, featuring the beautiful mountains and valleys of East Tennessee, will be a graceful addition to any home or office. Compliments of Clifford Quinton of Quinton Gallery. | ||||||
| Zoo-B-Que and an Uproarious tour for 20. Know 20 people who belong in a zoo? Then bring them out for an exclusive behind the scenes evening they’ll never forget. Zoo Director “Jungle” Jim Vlna will take your group on a once-in-a-lifetime after-hours tour, which will be captured by a zoo photographer so you can remember the experience. Feed the giraffes and have a private audience with Knoxville Zoo’s elephant artists as they paint a masterpiece just for you. Then enjoy a tasty barbeque on zoo grounds prepared by Jim and his Zoo-B-Que crew. | ||||||
| Wild Child Party. Give your child or grandchild a zoo-nique birthday. This deluxe package includes a day at the zoo for 20 children with a party room or tent, a private keeper chat with the birthday child’s choice of animal, and unlimited carousel rides. Cake courtesy of Daisy Cake Company and lunch by Chick-fil-A. | ||||||
| What’s That Chick’s Name? Name Knoxville Zoo’s newest penguin, born in February. Everyone—zoo staff, visitors, and even the media—will refer to the animal by the name you choose. As a bonus, a plaque will be mounted at the exhibit recognizing your gift. | ||||||
| Champagne & Jewelry Opportunity. Don’t miss the opportunity to add a stylish necklace to your jewelry box. Purchase a glass of champagne for $20 and your name will be included in the draw for a lovely diamond pendant and chain courtesy of the GemStore by Jewelry Television. You can’t lose because you will be making a nice contribution to the zoo, you’ll get a great glass of champagne, plus, you might be the big winner. | ||||||
| Plus, more great opportunities including a Luxury Day Coach donated by Premier Transportation and Nick and Rebecca Cazana and 4 skybox tickets to a UT football game compliments of Joan Cronan. | ||||||
If you would like to attend, or to receive information about the benefits of sponsorship, please call Nancy Berger at 865-637-5331 ext. 310 or email nberger@knoxville-zoo.org
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