1.A Night in little Italy and carriage ride through Metamora’s countryside. Mangiamo! (Let's Eat!) Up to eight people will be treated to cocktails, an exquisite dinner, and Italian treats at Lori Blaker’s Bedrock Farm. Aperitifs and fine Italian fare are just a few of the delights you will experience.You’ll continue this evening of “Amore” with a romantic carriage ride through theMetamora countryside. (Donated by Lori Blaker, Dr. Barbara Chapman and Frank Andrews)
2.The White Horse Inn will offer a sumptuous Buffet Dinner for twenty (including 1 beverage each). A presentationof therenovation will be given followed by a walk across the street to tour the Villages’ newest addition: the Metamora General Store. Despite it being a converted 1920’s gas station, it is truly a 21st century general store with an open floor plan that combines a traditional convenience store (upscale wine selection, a variety of take-away sandwiches, salads, pizza) with a modern-day coffee shop (lounge seating to enjoy coffee, espresso, homemade pastries or wine by the glass), and an eclectic retail area. Available at a mutually agreed upon time Sunday through Thursday only. (Donated by Linda Egeland and Victor Dzenowagis)
3.Northern Michigan Retreat. Enjoy a 6-night stay in a spacious 5-bedroom log cabin located in the idyllic Michaywe Resort near Gaylord, MI. The clubhouse offers a pool, jacuzzi, and tennis, or play a few rounds at Michaywe Pines, the golf course that hosted the Men’s Michigan Amateur Championship twice. There are also plenty of spring, fall and summer activities to partake in at nearby Otsego Club Resort, such as salmon/trout fishing, canoeing or tubing down the AuSable River. (Donated by the Hon. Laura and Ron Barnard)
4.A Sailor’s Delight at Bay Harbor. Enjoy a weekend trip with one of Metamora’s favorite couples, Wayne and Amelia Inman. This package includes two nights lodging at the Bay Harbor Inn, with the first day sailing Little Traverse Bay aboard their spectacular 45 foot sloop, followed by dinner at the Bay Harbor Yacht Club. The second day you have a choice of another sail around the Bay or golfing the day away at one of Michigan's premier courses. (Donated by Wayne and Amelia Inman)
5.Lobster Party for 12. Twelve individuals will enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, as well as a succulent meal of gently steamed lobsters prepared by Kathleen Whitman (one of Metamora’s best chefs) at Lori Blaker’s pristine Metamora estate, Bedrock Farm. The dinner will be held in her fabulous barn that could, and probably should, be photographed for Architectural Digest or Luxequestrian. (Donated by Kathleen Whitman and Lori Blaker)
6.Seventh Annual Vintage Wine Tasting and Dinner Party. Eight oenophiles will be presented vintage wines by a Master Sommelier, while dining on a gourmet dinner. The wines are from the infamous Inman wine cellar, and Wendy Freeman’s culinary talent will become apparent as she prepares dinner at one of Metamora’s charming farmhouses. The dinner must take place within one year. (Donated by Wayne and Amelia Inman and Bob and Wendy Freeman)
7.Bay Harbor Retreat. Head north to the peaceful, idyllic community of Bay Harbor where two couples will spend two nights at this lovely waterfront home. You’ll take a cocktail cruise at sunset, enjoy 2 fabulous dinners with a wine tasting one night. Other potential activities include golf, tennis, shopping in nearby Petoskey or Harbor Springs, relaxing by the pool and a lot more. (Donated by Mary Ann and Jim Harrington)
8.Montana Wilderness Getaway. Up to 6 people will enjoy a week's stay at this beautiful Cascade, Montana 3-bedroom (one is a loft) home. The cabin is within hours ofboth Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks. The Missouri River, a blue ribbon trout stream, is 100 yards away. Sit back and relax on the deck while watching the abundant wildlife and unrivaled sunsetsafter a day of hiking, hunting or fly fishing. (Donated by Don Langworthy)
9.Oakland Hills Country Club Golf and Dinner. This is the ultimate experience for golf lovers! This package includes a round of golf for three, hosted by Tom Schnur at Oakland Hills Country Club. After lunch, head out with your caddies for a spectacular round of golf on one of two Donald Ross courses. Meet that evening, or another mutually agreed upon night, for a couple’s dinner hosted by Wayne and Amelia Inman. (Donated by Tom Schnur and Wayne and Amelia Inman)
10.A Greco-Roman Resort on the Baha, California Peninsula. Two individuals will enjoy a pampered vacation for one week on the golden beaches of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. You will stay at the four-star Pueblo Bonito Rose Resort & Spa in a beautifully appointed room with two queen beds. Two $400 vouchers on Delta Airlines areincluded. Package is to be used in 2019. A few blackout weeks apply (September, 2019 and Christmas week). (Donated by Alicia Pace and Carole Porretta)
11.Wild Game Dinner for 10. Relaxation meets tranquility as the many flower gardens and waterfalls of this enchanting Metamora estate set a picturesque backdrop for an exquisite 3 course wild game dinner for ten people. The sumptuous meal will be prepared by chefs from Hunters Creek Club. Also, meet local winemakers from Russell B Gregory winery as they guide you through each course with perfect pairings. (Donated by Patti Robinson, The Hunters Creek Club, and Russell B Gregory Winery)
12.Al Fresco dinner for 8 at Stone House Farm. Be our guests for a casual dinner party during the Summer of 2018. The multi-course feast will include gourmet appetizers, continental cuisine, and (of course) a selection of libations to complement your delectable meal.(Hosted and donated by Karen and Denis Callewaert)
13.Bubbles, Art & London Chop House for Eight. Sip on a glass or two of champagne while enjoying a tour of the 1928 Arts and Crafts architectural gem, The Scarab Club. Then stroll across the street to experience a personalized docent tour of the Detroit Institute of Art, led by museum junkie, Duncan Campbell. After(or whenever), you will have dinner at the exquisite London Chop House (gift certificate value: $500). (Donated by Duncan and Maura Campbell, Rob and Sara Champion, and the London Chop House)
14.Derek Wernher Sculpture. Exquisite bronze and wood sculpture created by one of Metamora’s finest artists, Derek Wernher. (Donated by Wernher/Collins families)
15.Man About Town.In this combination package, you will receive a $1,500 gift certificate to Carl Sterr Luxury Clothiers, AND a Shinola 41mm Runwell watch with leather strap from Ahee Jewelers, AND a $1,000 gift certificate to the M1 Motorsports Club Performance Track with private driving lesson in a high-performance vehicle AND dinner at Fleming’s Steak House ($200 value). (Donated by Carl Sterr Clothiers,Birmingham, Ahee Jewelers, Grosse Pointe, Brad Oleshansky, and Flemings Steak House, Birmingham)
16.Weekend for 4 at luxury game preserve in Evart, Michigan. Meemo’sFarm is an upscalehunting lodge and game preserve where contemporary luxury meets rustic charm. Package includes a 2-night stay at the charming Lanes Cottage, overlookinga pond. The cottage’s first level has a game room downstairs with a full size, two lane bowling alleyANDa gym. Enjoy a soak in the hot tub,orread by the fireplace. When you’re ready to hunt, included is a walk-up field hunt, 400 rounds to be used in the sporting clay course, a five-stand shoot, and two golf carts. A 3-course dinner is also included each night, prepared by their talented chefs. Other available activities are cross country skiing, snowshoeing, kayaking, a Gatling gun and much more! (Donated by Meemo’s Farm and Dr. Timothy Harris)
17.One-year individual membership at The Huntsman Hunt Club in Dryden, MI, widely renowned for its superior hunting and shooting facilities and its extraordinary cuisine. This package also includes two shooting lessons from resident professional Jim Siudara, one of only a handful of level three instructors in the area. You will never have a more amusing time while learning how to break every target on the sporting clays course!
Donated by The Huntsman Hunt Club and lessons donated by Jim Siudara.