Congratulations to Dr. Chappie Conrad. We celebrate your vision and commitment to your work in the field of sarcoma diagnosis and treatment in children and teens. You are truly a hero in the eyes of many.

Northwest Sarcoma Foundation Presents

Saturday, November 15, 2014 | Seattle, Washington

2014 Gala Dinner and Auction

Program Catalog

Welcome to Stories from the VineyardWelcome to Northwest Sarcoma Foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Stories from the Vineyard. This evening is a celebration of hope, inspiration and support for those affected by sarcoma cancer. We have an incredible menu of Northwest food and wine, some incredible stories, and lots of opportunities for giving from the heart. We hope you find this evening as inspiring as we do.

Evening Program

6:00 PM Registration and Check-In Appetizer and Wine Reception Games of Chance & 50/50 Raffle 6:30 PM Silent Auction Begins7:25 PM Last-call for Raffle Tickets Doors to Dining Room Open7:30 PM Silent Auction Closes7:35 PM Dinner and Program8:00 PM Live Auction Begins

10:00 PM Thank You and Good Night!

“The HELP$ has meant so much to me! I come from a farm-working

family of seven children and my parents aren’t able to pay for my expenses. I had to handle them

on my own by getting a part time job while going to school full time and dealing with my treatment and

pain.”

Help$ Grant Recipient

Appreciations:This event would not have happened without your help!

Sponsors

Volunteers

The volunteer effort this year was simply tremendous. People procured, made calls, set up, tore down, organized, advised, and delivered at every level. People took on “their size job” and did it with love and care. Thank you, all. We are so honored to have worked with you. Special thanks to Michele Erdrich Gidley of Alfresco Garden Design for her work on the lovely centerpieces, Soulumination for providing their gifted photographers, Barry and Kathy LeMond for sharing their amazing daughter’s life, and Stephanie Punt for a million things--big and little.

Tonight is the culmination of many benefactors. It includes the generous fiscal support of sponsors; the heart-felt gratitude of patients and families; and the love and dedication of the Northwest Sarcoma Foundation community who believes that hope, education, and support should be available to ALL sarcoma patients and their families.

The Board of Directors and staff of Northwest Sarcoma Foundation, along with those we serve, wish to express our most sincere thanks to the following businesses and individuals who made this evening possible.

Table Captains

Tonight is a record-setting audience for Stories from the Vineyard and that would not be the case were it not for our table captains.

Jeff & Karen SweeneyChris & Michele WesterholmDr. Ernest “Chappie” ConradDr. Patty Read-Williams & Matthew WilliamsPeter LaBelle & Julia Read-LaBelleEllen Sweeney-ClawsonKathy & Paul OpieDr. Seth PollackDr. Ed KimRobert & Katherine OrtbladDr. Elizabeth LoggersTracey BlackburnMark & Valerie WilkersonBarry & Kathy LeMondDr. Darin DavidsonKaren FantozziKayla Black & Michael James Bryan-Brown

Appreciations cont.This event would not have happened without your help!

Patricia Gale Read-Williams & Matthew WilliamsStephanie PuntJohn Scanlon, MDSchwartz Brothers RestaurantsSeven Bridges WinerySherri’s CookiesSilver Cloud Inns and HotelsSilver Lake WineryDiane Bennett SimpsonSonicareMargaret StringerSwanson’s NurseryJenna & Daniel SytmanTattersSherri TempletonThe Cake Lady, Holly LevinVa Piano VineyardsVincent WineryCarol WilderTammy & Charles WilhoiteHadley WilhoiteDorsey WilhoitePam WinkleskyEmvy WineryWyndham Hotels

2bar Spirits2014 Husky Football TeamAll the Best PetsBanya 5 Urban SpaBeecher’s CheesePia BernardinoMelanie BlountBob & Katherine OrtbladBOUZYDevon BushnellButy WineryErnest U. ConradEric Gorbman CateringFig JewelrySydne GomezKaren GordonKimmi NevonenGreen Gables InnHerban FeastLiz and Andrew HowlettIsland BooksJeanne & Bill MieleJohnsonworks, Inc.Karen & Jeff SweeneyKathy & Paul OpieKelsey LaBelleDawn LumMacklemore LLCAnita D. MalingMargaret StringerAlexandra Mayer Mercer Island FloristMicrosoftSusan Greb MorrisNorthwest Sarcoma FoundationOOLA DistilleryPeter LaBelle & Julia Read-LaBelle

Item DonorsWe extend sincere appreciation to those individuals and businesses that donated the items available this evening, for without them there would be no auction.

“As a three and half year survivor, I am so grateful

to have any amount of help to cover the high costs of

follow-up treatment.”

Help$ Grant Recipient

Congratulations to Dr. Chappie Conrad. We celebrate your vision and commitment to your work in the field of sarcoma diagnosis and treatment in children and teens. You are truly a hero in the eyes of many.

Honoree: Ernest “Chappie” U. Conrad, III, M.D.Presenter: Jeff Sweeney, Board President, Northwest Sarcoma Foundation

Storyteller: Kristy LeMond, Wake Up and Liveas shared by Barry & Kathy LeMond

Ernest “Chappie” U. Conrad, III, M.D.

We are delighted to honor Dr. Ernest “Chappie” Conrad. “Chappie,” as he is known to most, is the founder of Northwest Sarcoma Foundation. His years of dedicated service, passion, and commitment to his sarcoma patients and their families are an inspiration to us all.

We offered the opportunity to place a tribute advertisement in a book that we are delighted to present to Chappie this evening. Over 50 families sent in personal stories, messages of thanks, and other expressions of gratitude to Chappie. We knew going into this that this recognition was well deserved, but your powerful words and messages of hope confirmed it.

Kristy LeMond, Wake Up and Live

At the young age of 23, while teaching English at a school in Chile, Kristy was diagnosed with a soft tissue sarcoma. She wrote about her experience and view on life in her blog “Wake Up and Live.” This evening, Barry and Kathy LeMond, Kristy’s parents, will share excerpts of her writing, and her inspiring story from Kristy’s perspective on life.

To read Kristy’s writings in their entirety visit: http://khlemond.tumblr.com/

Stories from the Vineyard Evening Program

50/50 Raffle Tickets $25 eachBuy a 50/50 raffle ticket from a volunteer and enter this exciting raffle. 50% of your ticket price ($12.50) is a donation to Northwest Sarcoma Foundation. The other 50% goes into a kitty. The more tickets sold, the bigger the kitty and the happier the winner!

Games of Chance Tickets: $10 each or 12 for $100We have some incredible raffle lots for you to enter to win! Baskets and bundles of great items have been placed in our area called Games of Chance. Buy white raffle tickets from any volunteer and place one-half of each ticket into the glass votive in front of the item you want to win. Keep the second half of the ticket. We will select one winner for each raffle lot and announce the winning ticket number during the live auction! Each raffle ticket gives you one opportunity to win, so the more tickets you enter into a lot, the greater your chance is to win!

Dessert Dash Instructions1.) Check out the beautiful dessert display…and decide on your favorites.2.) Grab the bid sheet in the middle of your table and pass it around the table to each person/couple. Each person/couple should write down their bid # and their bid amount. Remember, the winning table goes first in the dash--the higher the bid the sooner you’ll run for dessert!3.) After the whole table has bid put the sheet back in the envelope, which will be collected by the auctioneer/volunteers at 7:40.4.) The bids will be tallied by our crack accountants and, at dessert time, the tables will be called by the auctioneer in order of the highest bid to send a runner to pick out their favorite dessert and bring it back to the table for serving. Dessert plates and serving utensils will be delivered to the tables.

“The Help$ grant meant that I don’t have to worry

about my lights getting turned off!”

Help$ Grant Recipient

Silent Auction Items

Autographed Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Fan PackageYou probably know them as Grammy-award-winning artists. We know them as Seattle natives, philanthropists, and frequent visitors to Seattle Children’s Hospital. Macklemore and Ryan Lewis were kind enough to donate an autographed Vinyl and an autographed CD of “The Heist” to Stories from the Vineyard. This bundled set is truly priceless and the perfect holiday gift for your Thrift Shop, Same Love, or Can’t Hold Us fan! Thank you to Macklemore, LLC for this donation.

Silver Lake Tasting and TourEnjoy a special tour and tasting with up to 25 friends at Silver Lake Winery’s tasting room in Woodinville. The Roza Hills Vineyard, Silver Lake’s primary source of grapes, is located In Zillah, Washington, in the heart of the Rattlesnake Hills AVA. The protected nature of their vineyard gives the Silver Lake winemakers fruit that is consistently ripe and balanced. In preparation for your tour, enjoy a beautiful bottle of their private reserve Roza Hills Black Magic, valued at $100. This tour and tasting includes light appetizers and a special discount the day of your tasting. Silver Lake is Washington’s largest consumer-owned winery. Thank you to Silverlake Winery for this donation.

Nike Formflux BackpackThe Nike Formflux Backpack is made with durable, water-resistant fabric for lasting protection of your gear, while contoured shoulder straps and a padded back panel provide comfort.Thank you to Peter LaBelle and Julia Read-LaBelle for this donation.

Football signed by the 2014 UW HUSKY Football TeamBow down to Washington! O’Dea Alum and Husky Offensive Tackle, #59, Ben Riva, asked ALL your favorite Dawgs to autograph this football in honor of Josh Dickerson! Display this football proudly along with your Husky pride. Thank you to Dawn Lum and the 2014 Husky Football team for this donation.

Clarisonic Pedi - Sonic Foot Transformation KitPrecision-engineered to create beautiful, smooth, sandal-ready feet, with this package you’ll truly feel pampered! Thank you to Robert & Katherine Ortblad and Phillips Sonicare for this donation. Cashmere ScarfBe kind to your neck this winter with this beautiful two-tone grey, unisex cashmere scarf. Nothing says love like cashmere.Thank you to Tatters on Mercer Island and Kathie Opie for this donation.

Kindle with CoverKindle is designed as a dedicated e-reader. Indulge your love of reading without interruptions like email alerts and push notifications. Included is an easy-on-the-eyes touch-screen display. Lighter than a paperback, this portable device will quickly become your favorite way to read. Thank you to Carol Wilder for this donation.

Eye LoveTake care of those beautiful blues, browns, or hazel eyes with this fantastic package. Included is a pair of Kristy Lashes, inspired by Northwest Sarcoma Foundation friend Kristy LeMond, and an adhesive tube for lash application. ALSO, get a Clarisonic Opal Sonic Infuser, a palm-sized sonic infusion device, specially designed to help build skin’s resilience over time. The Opal Sonic Infuser helps reduce under-eye puffiness and dark circles while maximizing the absorption of eye serums and wrinkle-reducing creams in a way that’s not possible with your finger alone. What’s not to love? Thank you to Phillips Sonicare, and Hadley and Dorsey Wilhoite for this donation.

Art C as CoastersEnjoy this stunning set of four limestone coasters, each with original artwork by Susan Greb Morris imprinted. Susan’s work was inspired by Jackson, a former student who bravely battled the Sarcoma Dragon. Thank you to Susan Greb Morris and Tammy Wilhoite for this donation.

Living Centerpiece from and $100 Swanson’s Gift CertificateWith this gorgeous living plant centerpiece the turkey will definitely take second place as the most beautiful item on your Thanksgiving table. Use the included $100 Swanson’s Gift Certificate to enjoy another centerpiece in December, or save it for spring and grace your garden with the latest delights. Thank you to Diane Bennett Simpson for this donation.

Pathway through the Palouse by Gay JohnsonThis item includes a framed photo and a set of note cards, all photos taken of The Palouse.Thank you to Gay Johnson for this donation.

Seattle Children’s Theatre Series Ticket SeriesEnjoy four performances from the 40th Anniversary season of Seattle Children’s Theatre. Seattle Children’s Theatre is one of the 20 largest regional theatres in the country. Their programs empower young people to make new discoveries about themselves and the world around them, while building a lifelong interest in the arts. This package includes four of tickets to each of the following performances: Dick Whittington and His Cat Sunday, November 30, 2014, at 11:00 am

Mwindo Sunday, February 1, 2015, at 11:00 am

Goodnight Moon Sunday, April 12, 2015, at 11:00 am

Robin Hood Sunday, April 26, 2015, at 11:00 am

Thank you to Daniel & Jenna Sytman and Microsoft for this donation.

Games of Chance Items

Italian BasketBasket full of Italian-themed cooking tools and foods including olive oil, bottle ofwine, pasta, antipasto, spices, biscotti and chocolates$150Thanks to: Kathy & Paul Opie

8 lb. “Colossal Cut” Signature Flagship Cheese AssortmentSeven days a week, fresh milk is pumped into the holding tanks at our cheesemaking kitchens. Then the day-long process of cheesemaking begins. Depending upon the day, the cheesemakers may be making Beecher’s signature 15-month aged Flagship, Flagsheep, Marco Polo, or any of the other cheeses that Beecher’s makes. Under the skilled direction of the cheesemaker (and with a little help from the cows), the end result is a wholesome, authentic cheese - full of flavor and high in nutrition. Enjoy this delicious variety of Beecher’s cheese.$100Thanks to: Beecher’s Cheese & Kathy Opie

At Home Facial FantasticClarisonic’s new ARIA sonic cleansing system is a professional caliber cleansing brush that uses gentle sonic micro massage action to helps keep your skin looking young, vibrant and healthy. Clarisonic gently removes embedded dirt and oil, resulting in healthier, more beautiful skin. Cleanses 6x better than your hands alone. Great for makeup removal. Remarkably gentle for cleansing all skin types, including sensitive skin conditions such as rosacea and acne. It cleanses so well, that products absorb better, pores appear smaller, fine lines and wrinkles appear reduced and your skin tone and texture improves.$200Thanks to: Katherine Ortblad & Phillips Sonicare

Beehive Beverage DispenserA beautiful beehive shaped beverage dispenser with metal stand and chalkboard hanging tag. Perfect for the beverages served at your next garden party.$40Thanks to: Jeff & Karen Sweeney

Floral Tray with 4 Matching BowlsThis 13” x 10” floral glass serving tray with four 5” x 5” matching glass bowls is a delightful mix of autumn colors -- the perfect addition to your fall entertaining collection.$25Thanks to: Jeff & Karen Sweeney

Gift Basket for Dog LoversEnjoy this delightful basket of dog goodies for your best friend. Includes dog toys,treats, bone and a $25 gift certificate to All the Best Pets.$100Thanks to: All the Best Pets & Kathie Opie

Framed Modern ArtEnjoy this 16” x 16” framed modern art with hues of red orange and black.$50Thanks to Kathie Opie

Baby Gift BasketKnow someone expecting a bundle of joy? Make their day with this fantastic basket of baby items including light green, blue, and white spotted flannel quilt, red sock monkey puppet trim, brown plaid flannel blanket with light blue monkey trim and two matching burp cloths.$75Thanks to: Margaret Stringer

Book-Lover’s DelightEnjoy this collection of pleasure reading novels each signed by the author: The Night Before, by Lisa Jackson; Die in Plain Sight, by Elizabeth Lowell; Grand Passion, by Jayne Ann Krentz; Hide and Seek, by Terry Adair; Late for the Wedding, by Amanda Quick; The Rainy City, by Early Emerson (local author). Add some of your own favorites with the $40 Gift Certificate to Island Books on Mercer Island.$205Thanks to: Pia Bernardino, Island Books and Kathie Opie

5 Ways to RelaxPamper yourself…five times. Or, you can invite four friends and make it a spa day withthese five individual General Admission Guest Passes to Banya 5. Banya 5 is an urban spa and health facility which offers a unique blend of old-world wellness ritual in a friendly, contemporary environment. A series of relaxing wet heat and dry heat experiences coupled with exhilarating pool plunges produce a vivid circulatory

experience with numerous mental health and physical health benefits. Each card includes the use of the Jetted Hot Tub, Salt/Tepid Pool, Cold Plunge, Turkish Steam Room, Russian Style Sauna (Parilka), Warm and Cold Drench Showers, Tea Lounge (serving complimentary lemon water & herbal teas), Stretching & Relaxation Area,Locker Rooms featuring keyed personal storage and showers with full amenities.

Next, head to Shefayoga in Roosevelt and stretch and soothe your mind with this five class pack certificate. Finish your relaxing time off with a nice bottle of wine,just right for five glasses.

Restrictions: Children 13 -17 years old allowed and MUST be accompanied by parentor guardian. No Expiration. Offer cannot be combined with any other discounts orpromotions. $302Thanks to: Banya 5 Urban Spa, Karen Gordon, Stephanie Punt and Daniel & Jenna Sytman

Seattle M’s Fan PackageEnjoy a variety of M’s gear signed at the 2014 Mariner’s Fan Fest, including a signedjersey of former first baseman Bryan LaHair, and a bat used by Alex Liddi. Dress up, grab your glove, and head over with a friend to a 2015 Mariner game on a mutually agreed upon date. Seats are 10 rows above the Mariner dugout, between home plate and first base.$240Thanks to: Ernest U. Conrad, Jeff & Karen Sweeney

Hand-Crafted NeckwareThis package, lovingly made by friends of Northwest Sarcoma Foundation, includes ahand stamped sterling necklace, custom-made sterling earrings, and a lovely fuchsia and aquamarine hand-dyed scarf. Look gorgeous and feel the love of this package. All items come in a beautiful basked hand-woven by the sister of a sarcoma patient.$121Thanks to: fig jewelry, Pam Winklesky and Kimmi Nevonen & Silver Delights and Melanie Blount

Games of Chance cont.

Duck Dynasty DiversionListen up all you Duck Dynasty fans ‘cuz we’ve got a package for you! Enjoy a signedcopy of Reflections from a Deerstand, by John W. Scanlon, M.D., grandfather ofsarcoma survivor Connor Opie, then watch the latest of all that is happening in theRobertson Family with a brand-new Amazon Fire TV. Use the included woodenduck-call as you see fit!$165Thanks to: John Scanlon and Carol Wilder

Bridge PhotoEnjoy this stunning signed Andrea Corradini photo printed on aluminum. Unique andengaging, this is a fantastic addition to any home art collection.$100Thanks to: Dyan Ventura

Seahawk Fan BasketCalling all 12th Man fans! Enjoy a pair of Seahawk hats, a Seahawk fleece blanket, two Seahawk pint glasses, Seahawk coasters and a package of LED String Lights in Hawks Colors, and you’re all set for your next tailgating party!$100Thanks to: Anonymous

European Garden D’LightsAn autumn wicker basket planted with a variety of flowering indoor plants in festive fall colors that will add flavor and celebration to any holiday table. Also enjoy garden lanterns and lights.$60Thanks to: Mercer Island Florist and Jeff & Karen Sweeney

Cupcake War - It’s on!There’s no need for cupcakes to fly with this sweet package of cupcake-themed delightsincluding glass ornament, manicure set, earrings, bandages, lip gloss and candy. Perfect for any sweet young lady. It’s yummy!!$40Thanks to: Anita Maling & Family

A Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious EveningBased on the timeless books of P.L. Travers and complete with all the beloved songsfrom the Academy Award-winning Disney film, this magical stage musical producedby Village Theater tells the inspirational tale of the amazing flying nanny, who’spractically perfect in every way. With Mary and Bert leading the way, rejoice inbeloved songs like “Spoonful of Sugar,” “Chim Chim Cher-ee,” and “Jolly Holiday,”as we sweep you away in this exhilarating live theatre experience for the whole family.This package is practically perfect in every way and includes a voucher for four to seethe play on the date and location of their choosing. November 13, 2014 - January 4,2015 at the Village Theater in Issaquah or January 9, 2015 - February 8, 2015 atEverett Performing Arts Center.$240Thanks to: Daniel & Jenna Sytman and Microsoft

Art C as Coasters (second set)Enjoy this stunning set of four limestone coasters, each with original artwork by Susan Greb Morris imprinted. Susan’s work was inspired by Jackson, a former student who bravely battled the Sarcoma Dragon.$100 Thanks to: Susan Greb Morris and Tammy Wilhoite for this donation.

“Your support has meant the difference of being

able to make the 250- mile round trip for medical

treatment, the difference of having needed medications, the difference of paying for basic living expenses like

electricity, rent, etc.”

Live Auction Items

Loud & Proud 12th Man PackSeattle fans are known as the loudest in the NFL and we won’t be quieted! Our spirit and enthusiasm is contagious, which is why we have been given our rightful place on the Seattle Seahawks team as the 12th Man. This package is in your honor and includes authentic 12th man apparel from NIKE. Included is Men’s XL Blue Wilson Jersey, XL Men’s Legends T-Shirt, Women’s L 12th Man Fan Jersey and Women’s Large Green Seahawks shirt. Thank you to Peter LaBelle and Julia Read-LaBelle for this donation.

Day on Hood Canal with Captain Chappie and Skipper SweeneyEver wonder how the intrepid Chappie spends his free time? What, you say? You didn’t realize the man had free time? Well its true, he doesn’t have a lot of free time, but when he does, you can find him boating on the glorious waters of Hood Canal. This package entitles you to spend one day with Captain Chappie and Skipper Sweeney enjoying water sports, delectable dining (including a fresh bounty directly from the Sea) and a warm fire and outdoor movie under the crystal clear skies filled with stars. Ahh, bliss!Thank you to Ernest U. Conrad and Jeff & Karen Sweeney for this donation.

Jeroboam (3L) bottle of wine from Buty Winery’s private library (two available)These magnificent award-winning bottles of wine are more than just delicious, they are, without a doubt, going to be the cornerstone of your collection. For those of us not in the know, a Jeroboam is a large bottle of wine, the equivalent of 4 regular wine bottles. Each bottle is signed by the winemaker: one is a 2008 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay Columbia Valley, the other is a 2008 Rediviva of the Stones Walla Walla Valley. These wines, donated by Nina Buty, President of Buty wines, are in honor of Dr. Conrad’s care for Nina’s sister, Christine, a 16-year survivor of Osteosarcoma. Highest bidder gets first pick.Thank you to Buty Winery for this donation.

“When I didn’t have to worry about my rent, I

could focus on healing and taking care of myself.”

Live Auction Items Cont.

Walla Walla Wine TourEnjoy a getaway in Washington’s own Walla Walla, a region known for its superb wineries, and enjoy a two-night stay at the amazing Green Gables Inn. Enjoy the warmth of sunshine on your face and the panoramic view of the Blue Mountains. Cherish the soft smiles and welcoming voices of locals who know they are fortunate to call this place home. And while you’re there, enjoy the rich legacy and agricultural bounty that produces some of Washington’s best wines. Included is a private winery and vineyard tour and tasting for four at Va Piano, a gift certificate for a two-night stay at Green Gables Inn, Walla Walla’s premiere B&B, and $100 gift certificate to T Maccarone’s Restaurant.Thank you to Green Gables Inn, Va Piano and Terry Cagen for this donation.

Cole Haan Purse and BillfoldTreat yourself with this luxurious black leather satchel purse and classic billfold from Cole Haan.Thank you to Patricia Gale Read-Williams and Matthew Williams for this donation.

Seattle Spirits and SpreadsLearn more about the art of making spirits at a local distillery. This package entitles you to enjoy an exclusive tasting, tour, and spread of light appetizers at a local distillery. 2Bar + Herban Feast OR Oola + Eric Gorbman! 2Bar Distillery in SODO, makers of artisan Bourbon, Vodka and Moonshine have teamed up with Herban Feast to provide an exclusive and educational package for up to 15 people. Oola Distillery Capitol Hill has teamed up with Eric Gorbman Catering to provide a similar experience in their distillery. Oola, known for their small batches of gin, vodka, flavored vodkas and bourbon whiskey, is excited to show their craft to your group of 15 people. ***These are two unique and exclusive opportunities for Northwest Sarcoma Foundation supporters. Highest bidder gets first choice of distillery.

Thank you to 2Bar Spirits, Herban Feast, Oola Distillery and Eric Gorbman Catering for this donation.

Live Auction Items Cont.

Tropical Mexican Vacation in Puerto VallartaThis package includes one-week accommodations in a one-bedroom marina view condo at the Paradise Village Beach Resort and Spa in Puerto Vallarta. Elegantly situated in the heart of the Nuevo Vallarta development, the Paradise Village Beach Resort and Spa is an oasis surrounded by shimmering waters and one of the most gorgeous beaches on the Mexican Riviera. From its exclusive location on a private peninsula, to the all-suite, designer accommodations, this is a five star hotel experience that will surely surpass anything you have experienced.Thank you to Ernest U. Conrad for this donation.

Four-day Getaway to Sandpoint, IdahoEnjoy a carefree getaway in a luxurious three-bedroom waterfront penthouse condo at the Seasons Condominiums in Sandpoint Idaho. Choose winter or summer for this great getaway. Just 15 minutes from Schweitzer Ski Resort, one of Idaho’s premiere ski locations. If summer is more your style, enjoy a secluded sand beach, or bike along the shores of beautiful Lake Pend Oreille.Thank you to Liz and Andrew Howlett for this donation.

Dragonslayer’s DelightBe the best dressed Dragonslayer in Seattle with this one-of-a-kind package.

Included is the stylish Cutter & Buck Tulsa jacket customized with the foundation and Dragonslayer logos--only available for purchase in this package at our gala. In addition, you’ll be the FIRST in Seattle to get a Dragonslayer golf umbrella. And what package in Seattle would be complete without a coffee mug? Since you’ll be dressed to the nines in Dragonslayer gear, it is only fitting that you’re bestowed the honor of starting the 11th Annual Dragonslayer Walk for Sarcoma in April 2015 at Green Lake park. Thank you to Northwest Sarcoma Foundation for this donation.

Live Auction Items Cont.

Holiday Shopper’s DreamGet your fill of tax-free shopping, spend a night at Portland’s beautiful and historic Hotel deLuxe, then head to Beaverton to visit the Nike Employee Store for 50% off the latest Nike gear! Enjoy the accommodations at Hotel deLuxe, a boutique downtown Portland hotel close to the Pearl District and Nob Hill shopping and restaurants, and just steps away from the Max rail line for easy access to other popular Portland neighborhoods. After shopping to your heart’s content at all the unique, funky and distinctive Portland shops, head over to Beaverton and check out all the latest styles at the Nike Employee Store where you can get all the latest gear at 50% off. AND, the best part, all your shopping is TAX-FREE! With that savings you’ll be able to splurge a little on yourself too! Thank you to Terry Cagen, Hotel deLuxe and Peter LaBelle and Julia Read-LaBelle for this donation.

Night on the TownGrab yourself a date and enjoy one extravagant night on the town: dinner, a show, and a lake view room at the Silver Cloud!

This package includes $100 gift certificate for dinner at Chandler’s Crab House OR Daniels Broiler on Lake Union. Shuttle yourself downtown for a VIP Paramount Club experience including two tickets to The Piano Guys on Wednesday, December 17th. Finish the evening in your own lake view room at the Silver Cloud Hotel on Lake Union. After a restful night’s sleep, enjoy complimentary breakfast. What a night!Thank you to Silver Cloud, Schwartz Brothers and STG for this donation.

Seattle Symphony Extravaganza BE INSPIRED. Enjoy four tickets to three performances of the 2015 Seattle Symphony Orchestra Season. Experience the DRAMA, JOY and PASSION of live music as Music Director Ludovic Morlot and the award-winning Seattle Symphony take you on an unforgettable journey through the heart of symphonic music.

With this package, you will enjoy: Berlioz’s Romeo Et Juliette: 8pm Saturday 2/14/2015 - Valentine’s Day! Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2: 8pm Saturday 4/4/2015 and Mahler’s Third Symphony: 8pm Saturday 6/20/2015. Thank you to Microsoft for this donation.

“It took so much pressure off as I was out of money in our checking account and needed money for gas, motel expenses and

supplements.”

Live Auction Items Cont.

Stories from the Vineyard Wine CellarAt Stories from the Vineyard, we are serious about the wine. This package includes nine bottles of wines featured at past Stories from the Vineyard events. This package of delicious wine is worthy of any cellar in the house, particularly yours. Collection includes: Emvy Cellar’s Shield Syrah (two bottles), Emvy Cellar’s Devotion Red Blend (two bottles), Buty 2010 Horse Heaven Hills Columbia Rediviva, Seven Bridges Sangiovese, Poet’s Leap Riesling 2013, Tamarack Cellars Chardonnay 2012, and Vincent 2010 Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge. Thank you to Emvy Cellars and Northwest Sarcoma Foundation for this donation. Tiny Bubbles from Bouzy, Seattle’s Champagne SpecialistsYour New Year’s Eve is set with this amazing half-case of champagne and sparkling wine, handpicked for you from the champagne experts at Bouzy (pronounced Boo-zee). Should old acquaintance be forgot…

This package includes 6 different wines, each from family owned and operated vineyards. 1 Cava, 1 Cremant and 4 Champagnes. Attached to every bottle is a description of each winery’s unique story.Thank you to Bouzy for this donation.

Heart of Jan & Hosmer MorningThese stunning photos are printed on archival paper and professionally framed with archival glass and mat. Perhaps event more beautiful than the photos themselves is the story behind them.

These photos are of nature, captured by Aaron Tani, local photographer and Northwest Sarcoma Ambassador Board Member, who has spent the past year and a half beside his wife Jan as she battles rhabdomyosarcoma. Photography has been a way for him to focus on the world around him, instead of the difficulties facing him and Jan. Serving as his inspiration, Jan, who is currently on hospice, continues to fight this insidious disease. Aaron says that even in the face of death, Jan has always been a shining light to those around her. Both Aaron and Jan really wanted to be here tonight, but due to her health they were not able to make the trip. Aaron said “My hope is that the photos I’ve donated will bring happiness to those who see them and raise money for many that are in need.Thank you to Aaron Tani for this donation.

“The ability to remain part-time at work for another

month of chemo. Meaning I have time to recover and spend time with my kids.

Priceless.”

The RulesBidding: To enter a bid, signal either the auctioneer or one of the spotters. Use only the bidder number assigned to you. Please hold your bidder number so it can easily be seen by the auctioneer. Successful bidders will be acknowledged by the auctioneer. Acceptance of this acknowledgment constitutes a legal contract to buy.

Express Payment: Putting your bidder number on a bid sheet or presenting it during the live auction constitutes a legal contract to buy. All sales are final and there will be no exchanges or refunds unless so specified. Before bid numbers are provided, you must leave a credit card (VISA, MasterCard, American Express or Discover) on file for Express Pay. Payment for all items will be processed on Monday, November 17, 2014. If you need to make arrangement to pay via cash or check, please see the cashier at the end of the night.

Item Removal: All items must be removed at the end of the evening by the winning bidder. Northwest Sarcoma Foundation is not able to store items for later pick-up or delivery.

Warranties: Your auction committee and Northwest Sarcoma Foundation have made every possible effort to catalogue and describe each item accurately. All property is sold as is. Northwest Sarcoma Foundation neither warrants nor represents, and shall not be responsible for, the description, genuineness, authorship, provenance, or condition of the property. No statement contained in the catalogue or made orally at the sale or elsewhere shall be deemed an assumption or liability for tax purposes.

Providing hope, education, and support to sarcoma patients and their families in the Pacific Northwest, while investing in research to improve cure rates for sarcomas. In its ninth year, Stories from the Vineyard is our gala dinner and auction to raise $100,000 to support Northwest Sarcoma Foundation patient programs and research. Your generous support of this event provides vital funding for patient grants and sarcoma research.

Jeffrey Sweeney, PresidentErnest “Chappie” Conrad, Founder

John Anderson, TreasurerLara Davis

Karen Gordon

Kathy Opie

Julia Read-LaBellePatricia Read-WilliamsEllen Sweeney-Clawson

Chris Westerholm

Board of Directors

Alumni Storyteller UpdatesKayla Rauenhorst, 2011 Storyteller

Since speaking at “Stories of the Vineyard” in 2011, my life has definitely been crazy. In March of 2012, during one of my routine check ups, they found a spot in my lung. After surgically removing the spot, it was confirmed that my cancer had returned. After the surgery I looked into different options and decided to take part in a trial chemotherapy drug treatment at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. I completed the study in a year, then returned to Seattle Childrens’ Hospital. My first appointment back at Childrens’, they performed an echocardiogram, which showed that my decreased heart function had gotten worse. With in the next couple days I saw a cardiologist, and started taking medication for my heart. I have now been cancer free for 2 years. I am taking medications for my heart that allow me to live the life that I want. I am a senior in high school and just finished my last year of tennis where my doubles partner and I finished 1st in the region and we received the all conference award. I coach an indoor soccer team and help out with my high school hockey team. I watch my best friend preform in a musicals, get to see my family everyday, and for that I am thankful. In the fall, I plan to attend college with the intent of becoming a nurse.

James Utzschneider, 2012 StorytellerHello, my fellow members of the Northwest Sarcoma community. It has been 6 years and 2 months since I completed my treatment for Dermatofibrus Sarcoma Protuberans-Fibrous Sarcoma. That treatment included surgery, 7 rounds of in-hospital chemo, and 35 get-togethers with our friendly neighborhood radiation machine. By the time my treatment was over, I was a mess: bald, scarred, overweight, and out of shape. But my cancer was gone.

My wife Jenna and I, along with our children Hazel (born while I was undergoing chemo) and our son Leo, were able to start putting our lives back together again. I went back to work for a few more years, then we quit our jobs to pursue our life-long dream of sailing around the world together as a family. We left Seattle in September 1012 on our catamaran Sophie and sailed across the Pacific, visiting the Marquesas, the Tuomotos, The Society Islands, Rarotonga, Niue, Tonga, Fji, New Zealand, and Vanuatu. I am writing on Halloween as we approach Ghizo Island in the Solomon Islands, where we plan to clear customs and head on to Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Singapore. Malaysia, and Thailand.

My cancer may be gone, but it has never really left me. I still return to the SCCA once a year for scans, and when I see the cancer patients and their families waiting in the lobbies, with the look on your faces saying “Somehow we are going to get through all of this”, I feel like grabbing you, giving you a big hug, and saying “You Will! I did. I was right there where you are. You can do this.” Because hope can make a difference in your lives.

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