SOS has the following events planned for the coming months:
For more information on any of these events, contact Ashley Carlton, +1 (949) 515-5400, ext. 34 or via email, unless otherwise noted.
Saturday, October 11
Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa (New Location)
Ticket price: $285.00
On October 11, 2008, a 13 of Orange County’s premier chefs will be donating their time, staff, and a 5-course gourmet delight for over three hundred guests. A selection of superb wines will accompany the dinner.
And…don’t miss out on the opportunity drawing, silent auction, and the famous Chef’s Auction!
Get ready to bid! Here is a preview of this year's exciting LIVE AUCTION offerings:
*Romance and Glitter*
Get whisked away during a three course romantic dinner for two, prepared by Chef Franco Barone at Antonello Ristorante. While enjoying your wine with dessert slip a little spun sugar onto her wrist with a delectable 18kt gold bracelet with onyx beads.
Chef Franco Barone - Antonello Ristorante
Black, Starr & Frost
Package Expires: October 11, 2009
Starting Bid: $1,250
Value: $3,100
*A Weekend Away*
Enjoy a weekend away without the drive! Relax during your two night stay at The Fairmont Hotel Newport Beach with Executive Club Service (including deluxe continental breakfast and evening appetizers). Three course dinner for two with wine pairings in Bambu Restaurant. Complimentary valet parking included.
Dinner Restrictions: Expiration date may not be extended. Includes tax. Other alcohol not included. Excludes holidays and special events.
Room Restrictions: Expiration date may not be extended. Includes room and tax. Based on space available Friday-Sunday.
Chef Donald Lockhart - The Fairmont Hotel
Package Expires: September 22, 2009
Starting Bid: $650
Value: $1,175 (includes taxes and gratuities)
*Cooking Class for Eight*
Join Chef Paul Squicciarini at the Orange County Wine and Food Center’s new state of the art kitchen where things are really starting to heat up. Put on your apron, roll up your sleeves, and learn how to prepare an exciting 3 course dinner. The best part is that when the cooking is complete, you and your guests sit back and are served not only your great meal, but wines specifically paired with your culinary creations. Wine pairings will be Clos du Bois’ Proprietary Wines including Calcaire Reserve Chardonnay, Marlstone Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and Briarcrest’s classic Bordeaux Blend.
Restrictions: Not valid until January 2009
Chef Paul Squicciarini - Orange County Wine & Food Center
Package Expires: October 11, 2009
Starting Bid: $800
Value: $1,500
*A Private Feast for Four*
Private 5 course dinner paired with wine for four, prepared by Chef Chad Krahling and served in the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa’s private dining room. Don’t worry about driving home after this delectable treat - all you will need to do is take the elevator to your room (2 rooms are provided).
Chef Chad Krahling -
The Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa
Package Expires: October 11, 2009
Starting Bid: $450
Value: $860 (includes gratuity)
*Michael Kang & Alan Greeley Dining Extravaganza!*
An unforgettable dining experience for twelve at the location of your choice, prepared by
Michael & Alan!
Restrictions: Not valid on Saturday evenings or month of December. Excludes rentals, flowers, beverages & labor.
Chef Alan Greeley - The Golden Truffle
Chef Michael Kang - 5’ Restaurant
Package expires: October 11, 2009
Starting Bid: $1,200
Value: $2,000
****A special opportunity only available to guests at this year's Celebrity Chefs event! For every event guest that commits to donating at least $25 a month to SOS, the Yard House will provide a gift card valued at $25 a month. Look for details at the dinner.****
The Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa is generously offering Celebrity Chef Dinner attendees a room rate of $109.00 the night of the event. To book a room please call 1-800-Hiltons or visit the Hilton website . The rate code is CCH.
For reservations please contact Ashley Carlton at +1 (949) 515-5400, ext. 34 or acarlton@shareourselves.org
Proceeds from the Celebrity Chef Dinner go to support our Orange Aid Project. View highlights of last year’s event…
Held Quarterly
Next Date: November 5, 2008
SOS
1550 Superior, Costa Mesa
7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m
The doors of SOS are always open, but quarterly, SOS invites community members, friends and neighbors to a special open house!
Come and see your dollars at work, touring the medical and dental clinics, food pantry and social services offices. Take this opportunity to meet staff members and volunteers, while enjoying refreshments.
SOS’s quarterly Community Open Houses are designed to provide donors and the community a better understanding the wide array of services and programs offered to Orange County residents in need.
Can't make the scheduled date? Personal tours are available daily and encouraged!
For information, contact Kathleen Bruski at +1 (949) 515-5400, ext. 32 or kbruski@shareourselves.org.
We look forward to seeing you!
Save the date for the 3rd Annual SOS Adopt A Family Festival of Trees! This event features a silent auction for Christmas Trees that have been beautifully decorated by local designers and volunteers, festive holiday food and entertainment, and activities for the whole family!
December 2-4, 2008
Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa
3050 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa
Board/Corporate Night
Tuesday, December 2, 2008 from 5:30p.m.-7:30p.m.
Mater Dei High School Chamber Singers and Santa
(By invitation only)
Free Open House Evening
Wednesday, December 3, 2008 from 5:00p.m.-7:00p.m.
The evening will feature the St. John the Baptist Handbell Choir, Santa, and children's activities.
Christmas Trees will be available for viewing & silent auction bids.
(No reservation required)
Family Celebration Night
Thursday, December 4, 2008 from 6:00p.m.-8:30p.m.
Adults - $75
Children - $25 (Children under 3 are free)
Family Celebration entertainment provided by Mark Wood, Mark Wood Entertainment
Elegant dinner buffet, children's buffet, holiday crafts & ornaments, cookie decorating, Monique Rea - Author of Toulouse the Moose, the silent auction results, and Santa - all activities in one room!
(Reservations required; space is limited. Please RSVP by November 20, 2008)
SOS invites companies to consider holding this year's staff holiday party at our Family Celebration. It's an excellent opportunity to treat your employees and their families and support the community!
Corporate Discount: Adults - $65, Children - $20
Sponsors to Date:
Hilton Hotels Corporation, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, The Anaheim Ducks & Honda Center, The Lab/The Camp, Panera Bread
Designer Sponsors
Trinity Bay Interiors, Elegant by Design, Fresco Design Concepts, Newport Harbor High School, Tangram Interiors, Les Deux Ames, Karen Fabian Design, Living Landscapes, Orange County Fair & Event Center
Events Sponsors
Penn-Mayflower Moving and Storage, Coast Mailing Services, Mark Wood Entertainment, BC Displays and Signage, Oasis Arts Face Painting, William Swinnerton, Printmaster, McCord Design
Underwriters
S.D. Deacon Corporation, Yokohama Tire Corp.
Media Sponsor
The Daily Pilot
Questions, please contact Ashley Carlton at +1 (949) 515-5400, ext. 34 or acarlton@shareourselves.org
View highlights and pictures from last year's event.
December 15-18, 2008
SOS has been providing Christmas gifts and dinner to struggling Orange County children and their families since 1970. Last year, over 1400 families were served, and the true meaning of Christmas was realized by thousands more.
Click here for information on how to participate!
Please join us for our 3rd Annual Share Our Selves Family Night at the Honda Center as the Anaheim Ducks take on the Dallas Stars!
Friday, March 6, 2009
7:05 p.m. @ Honda Center
Anaheim Ducks vs. Dallas Stars
$20 per ticket (All SOS tickets will be seated together)
Tickets are limited, and are sold on a first come first serve basis! To RSVP and purchase tickets, please click here to download the ticket form. SOS will also be holding a raffle the night of the game for items autographed by the Ducks!
For more information, please contact Kathleen Bruski at +1 (949) 515-5400, ext. 32 or kbruski@shareourselves.org
Page last updated: October 8, 2008