The posse's out and the search has begun for guests to celebrate together at our Auction and Dinner Dance benefiting faith formation for children, youth and adults. This year's event, "Denim and Diamonds", includes an opportunity for all to sharpen their bidding skills during the online auction until April 22nd. Then, on the evening of April 27th, it will be time for all those cowboys and cowgirls to don their Western attire (or at least throw on some bling with their bandannas) and sashay on over for some knee-slapping, toe-tapping fun. The night includes a sumptuous dinner with a western flair catered by Weir & Associates. Want to kick up your heels? You can dance the night away to the dynamic sounds of The Jerry Saucedo Band. And for the ladies and gentlemen who feel "lucky", there is a chance to bid on some amazing auction items. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

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Below are some of the amazing items that will be auctioned off
to the highest bidder at our live auction on April 27th!

“Going My Way” (without Bing) - Now’s your chance to see what a rectory really looks like...St. Bart's Rectory in fact! COCKTAILS AND DINNER FOR TEN with Father Mike. Chef Extraordinaire, Francesca Lombardo, will once again prepare one of her signature 5-course dinners just for your group with service being provided by Joe Pert and members of the Pastoral Council. Great food and wine, good music, décor, laughter and friendship can be yours tonight with the right bid. Date to be mutually agreed upon.

 Have your Cake and Eat it too! - Here is your chance to indulge, with your friends at your table, in a delicious custom designed cake by Susan Morgan - celebrated pastry chef will delight epicureans and just plain dessert-lovers, as well. Her creative masterpieces have been featured on such television programs as Good Morning America, the Food Network and Oprah's Wedding Day Show. Publications featuring her creations are Bon Appetit, Modern Bride and Gourmet magazines. The sumptuous cake presented here this evening will tempt any sweet tooth! To compliment this dessert selection will be two bottles of Dom Perignon Champagne...one to share and one to spare. Yee Haa!

Where do you think you're from? - You have heard of Who Do You Think You Are? Well, now you can find out where you are from with the services of Kathleen Phillips and Constance Trewin, long-time St. Bart’s parishioners. Owners of “Keep Always”, a genealogical consulting company, Kathy and Connie will donate 40 hours of research just to answer that question! They will find the town lands, communes, villages, bergs, etc., of your ancestors and you will receive the work binder with all applicable documentation. Those seriously interested in this item are encouraged to visit keepalwaysresearch.com online to see a detailed explanation of the services available. This package, when applying your own air miles to your choice of destinations, could be the holiday of a lifetime! Read a few of our testimonials on our website. Many of our clients have met 2^nd, 3^rd and 4^th cousins in their original 200 to 400 year old family homes. The successful bidder of this item will experience what many Americans never thought possible: a visit “home”!

"Weir Here!" - That's what those "party givers" will say when they arrive at your home to host your very own Dinner Party for Ten, that's right, 10! A catered affair will be prepared by Weir & Associates at your home on an evening of your choice with everything being handled from service to all after dinner detail. Just sit back and enjoy a perfect way to celebrate a birthday or anniversary or just a relaxed evening of gourmet dining with good friends. Bon Appetit! Must be enjoyed by 11/17/13 with a menu to be mutually agreed upon.

La Dolce Vita - A 7-night stay in a 13th century townhouse ideally located in the heart of beautiful Tuscany in the historic hill town of Cortona can be yours with the right bid tonight. “Casa Del Artiste” has been lovingly and authentically restored paying particular attention to preserving its charming character, while also offering all modern conveniences. Accommodating up to 4 people and nestled against the 2nd century B.C. Etruscan wall surrounding the town, the property is just minutes away from the central plaza with shopping, art galleries and museums close by. English speaking property manager is available to offer assistance with travel, tours, tickets or any other needs while staying at the property. (Many expats live in Cortona so English is spoken freely!) The town of Cortona and the surrounding hills have been the settings for many movies, one of which is “Under the Tuscan Sun”. In addition to its historic significance as well as its classic beauty, this location serves as a great “jumping off point” to close by Florence, Chianti, and Assisi, as well as Italian Riviera towns such as Portofino and Cinque Terra. Andiamo!

Weekend Getaway in St. Helena - A relaxing weekend stay at The Vineyard Country Inn in St. Helena is what is needed to boost the spirits and relax all else! Created with comfort in mind, The Vineyard Country Inn is located on a vineyard and inspired by the gentle beauty of the natural countryside. Comfortable, roomy suites and generous morning meals served in the breakfast room overlooking the pool and vineyard, are truly the perfect complement to a relaxing stay in the Wine Country. And, who says you have to go to Europe to see a Castle? Not here…not now – and it’s as close as the Napa Valley. Come visit and tour this 15 year creation of owner and vintner, Dario Sattui. This masterpiece was authentically created by artisans and craftsmen in true Italian medieval architecture and today stands as a “must see” in the Napa valley. Enjoy a guided tour through the castle and winery followed by a tasting of five Premium wines (Castello di Amorosa) in one of the castle’s private tasting rooms. Enjoy another "must see and do" experience while in the Valley -  fine Italian dining at Tra Vigne Restaurant, either in their Neo-Italian dining room or the beautiful outdoor Tuscan courtyard all with award winning service. Before returning home from St Helena, lunch at legendary Mustards Grill, a Napa Valley institution...the perfect ending to a perfect weekend!

An inspired Retreat! - Get away from the daily urban chaos and pamper yourself with an overnight stay at Rosewood Sand Hill, nestled amid 16 pristine acres in Silicon Valley. This hotel offers resort-like amenities, complete with lush fragrant courtyard gardens and stunning Bay Area views of the Santa CruzMountains. Come enjoy this one-night stay, along with Breakfast for two at Madera. Add on a one-month Lifestyle Membership, which entitles you to many country club-style privileges and hotel/spa discounts; with attention to your health and fitness needs as well as pool and spa. (The Lifestyle membership value is $1,000: see details here.) After enjoying your refreshing stay and prior to returning home, plan on dining at Piccolo's Restaurant in Menlo Park for authentic cuisine, to conclude this special pampered get away.

Bruno Mars - Ellie Goulding Concert - You'll be loved "Just the Way You Are" when you come home with these four Luxury Box Seats to the Bruno Mars - Ellie Goulding concert at the HP Pavilion on July 25, 2013. Displaying a wide variety of styles and influences, both artists are world-wide award winning entertainers and will provide those lucky enough to see them an evening to remember!
4 GREAT SEATS - 2 GREAT PERFORMERS - 1 GREAT SHOW
To make this truly a night to remember, the four lucky attendees will have Limousine service taking them to and from this amazing fun-filled event at the HP Pavilion.