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A Springtime Soirée to benefit the Boston Early Music Festival

Friday, April 20, 2012 at 6:00 PM
Mandarin Oriental, Boston | 776 Boylston Street, Boston, MA

Live Auction and Premium Silent Auction Items

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Silent Auction Items

Culture and Sport
Boston Public Library Art and Architecture Tour
Join art aficionado and former art librarian Emily Farnsworth for a guided tour of the Boston Public Library for up to four visitors, followed by dinner at the Chilton Club. Date to be arranged.
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Art and Music Tour of The Morgan Library & Museum in NYC
Enjoy a private guided tour for two of the Morgan Library’s unparalleled collection of books and artifacts, followed by a performance at the Morgan’s Gilder Lehrman Hall. Includes lunch for two at The Morgan Dining Room and one Dual/Family museum membership. Date to be arranged.
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New England Museum Experiences
This variety package includes two annual “Friend” memberships to the Isabella Stuart Gardner Museum, four guest passes to the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, and four guest passes to the Institute of Contemporary Art.
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Boston Bruins Tickets
Don’t pass up this exceptional pair of center ice tickets to a 2012 season Bruins home game. Located just 9 rows in, you won’t get better seats unless you’re actually playing the game!
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Boston Red Sox vs. Miami Marlins
Play ball! This fantastic pair of tickets to see the Red Sox battle the Miami Marlins are located right on the first base line, with a great view of all the action. June 19, 2012, 7:10pm.
 
Concerts and Performances
An Evening for Two at Tanglewood
Retreat to the Berkshires and Tanglewood with tickets to a summer 2012 Boston Symphony Orchestra performance in the Koussevitsky Music Shed, and dinner at Chez Nous in Lee, Massachusetts. Date to be arranged.
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Boston Early Music Festival 2012–2013 Season Subscription for Two
Experience eight of the world’s most lauded early music ensembles, including BEMF’s own Chamber Opera cast and company, with a pair of subscriptions to our 2012–2013 concert series!
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Boston Ballet’s Don Quixote and Backstage Tour for Two
Enjoy a splendid performance of Ludwig Minkus’s Don Quixote with choreography by Rudolf Nureyev, followed by a guided backstage tour led by Boston Ballet Music Director Jonathan McPhee. April 26 – May 5, 2012.
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Cantata Singers 2012–2013 Season Subscription for Two
Enjoy a full season of delights for two from one of Boston’s most exceptional performing ensembles.
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Boston Concert Tickets Package for Two
This variety package includes two tickets to any 2012–2013 Boston Baroque performance, two tickets to any 2012–2013 Handel and Haydn Society performance, and two tickets to a Boston Lyric Opera performance of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, November 2–11, 2012.
 
Food and Drink
Catered Reception by Norman Fine
Exquisite chef Norman Fine joins you in your home and provides cocktail hors d’oeuvres for up to 20. Perfect for your private party, reception, or family event. Date to be arranged.
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Upstairs on the Square Dinner for Two
Enjoy a fabulous dinner for two at one of Harvard Square’s most popular restaurants.
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Cheese Tuesday at L’Espalier
Cheese Tuesday combines wine and cheese in a casual night featuring a three course dinner with paired wines, followed by a grand cheese tasting and musical entertainment. Date to be arranged.
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Boston Harbor Brunch Cruise
Enjoy a two-hour brunch cruise of Boston's Inner and Outer Harbor for up to four people. Your host will be David Coffin, who will share with you his unique take on Boston's rich and vibrant history. Date to be arranged.
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A Taste of Greater Boston
Gift certificates to Rendezvous in Central Square, Eastern Standard in Kenmore Square, La Voile in Boston, and Taza Chocolate in Somerville.
 
Rest, Relaxation, and More
Spa Weekend at the Mandarin Oriental
Treat yourself to a weekend getaway and day at the spa at Boston’s Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Includes a two-hour spa treatment, dinner for two at Asana restaurant, and overnight guest accommodations for two. Dates to be arranged.
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Two Nights at the Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa
Enjoy rest and relaxation during a two-night stay at the Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa in Whitefield, New Hampshire. Dates to be arranged.
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Salon Mario Russo
Visit one of Newbury Street’s most exclusive salons for a fresh cut with stylist and artist George Amaral.
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I Soci Salon
Pamper yourself with a visit to this trendy Newbury Street salon.
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Hand-woven Rug from Dover Rugs

For three generations, The Jafri family has been designing, weaving, and exporting fine, hand-knotted rugs and carpeting from Pakistan, India and Nepal.  Enjoy a specially selected item to add to your home collection.

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Encyclopædia Britannica Eleventh Edition 1910-1911

Developed during the encyclopædia's transition from a British to an American publication, this rare edition contains articles written by some of the most noteworthy scholars of the time.  Perfect for the bibliophile looking to expand their collection!