
Special Events & Gala
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2009 GALASaturday , October 3, 20096:30 pm- 10:30 pmGeorgetown Visitation Preparatory School |
Join us for an evening of fun and fundraising.
Cocktail Buffet Dinner, Live Auction
Featured Guest Speaker Father Evanson Njogu of Mercy Center Lare, Kenya President
Guest Vocalist Michael Bethea “I Am A Voice”
Georgetown
Visitation Preparatory School
1524 Thirty-fifth
Street, N.W Washington, D.C. 20007
$125.00 per person
RSVP by September 25th
Business Attire
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Gala 09 Auction Items
Villa Fiorentino, Positano, Amalfi Coast, Italy
Visit Villa Fiorentino's Website for more Information.
A seven-day stay for 2-4 people. The villa is situated in an atmosphere that is somewhere between reality and a dream. Beautiful terraces of bougainvillea, shaded by lemon trees, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea make Villa Fiorentino one of the most exclusive hotels on the Amalfi Coast. It is centrally located, just a few minute walk from the beautiful beaches of Positano. Visit the Isle of Capri and Sorrento by ferry. Schedule a side trip to Naples and Pompeii. Visit by car the scenic towns of Ravello, Amalfi, Salerno, and Paestum.
Original Painting by Claire Howard
Walking on the Towpath at Swain's Lock
This original oil painting was donated by renowned artist, Claire Howard. Claire is the grateful recipient of several awards in the Washington, D.C. area and her work has been published in major periodicals.

Four Seasons Gulf Resort at Punta Mita
Indulge yourself and a friend with a three-night/four day stay at the luxurious Mexican resort near Porta Vallarta, within half hour from Porta Vallarta Airport.
Gaylord Resort at the National Resort and Convention Center.
Enjoy a two-day stay for two! Relax at this luxurious resort on the Potomac River off the Wilson Bridge.
New York, New York!
A one-night stay at the Michelangelo Hotel for two and two tickets to a Broadway show!
Traditions de France
Famous for French imports. Framed still life painting to enhance your home décor.
The Winery in Alexandria
A gourmet wine tasting for 12/15 people.
King’s Jewelers of Alexandria
Wooden and pewter platter.
Patrick Designs in Alexandria
A three-hour consultation session, included is a room diffuser.
A small sampling of Treasure Trove Baskets
Redskins Basket: Includes tickets to a Redskin game and team paraphernalia…
Family Game Basket: Something for everyone in the family…
Spa Package: Includes facial massage, hair styling, manicure, beauty products and more…
Wine Basket: Guaranteed to please the most discriminating palate…
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Former RCA Records Recording Artist, Michael Bethea is a friend of Mercy Center Foundation and the singer of our theme song, ‘I Am A Voice Crying For Mercy.‘ We’re honored to have him performing at our 7th Annual Mercy Center Foundation Gala on October 3rd, 2009.
Read more about Michael and the 2009 Gala in our Fall 2009 newsletter.
See below for Gala 09 Auction Items!



