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1. Shaken Not Stirred

For the cocktail aficionado with a sense of the refined

Join us atop Twin Peaks where you and nine of your friends will imbibe in delicious cocktails, prepared by bartender extraordinaire David Daly from Johnny Foley¹s Irish House. Enjoy the amazing views of downtown, the neighborhoods and the Bay Bridge as you revel in sweet libations and good conversation.  This feast for the senses includes a three-course meal prepared by Lady of the House, Mary Cassidy and a personalized parting gift for each guest. Come find out what your gift will be!

* Date and time to be mutually agreed upon.  Expires November 14, 2010.
Hosts: Joe & Mary Cassidy, David Daly, Brian Sheehy at Cask

 

2. Let The Games Begin

Seo Libh, Canaidh Amhrán na bhFiann

Pack up the bags and head for Croker!  You and a mate will fly direct to Dublin¹s Fair City, courtesy of our own Aer Lingus. You will have plenty of time to grab your sandwiches and flask of tea and get to your seats.  From your vantage point atop the stands, you will witness the best of Gaelic Football at the All-Ireland Final.  After toasting to victory or drowning your sorrows, you will enjoy two nights at the four-star Jury¹s Croke Park Hotel before returning to the City by the Bay.

* Valid September 2010 only. Eight weeks advance notice required for booking flights & hotel.
Managers: Aer Lingus, IIPC

 

3. Real Housewives of San Francisco

Get ready for your close-up

Eight lucky ladies will begin their day with hair and makeup at Cinta Salon, in preparation for their photo shoot at FORD Models. While gazing out over Union Square and sipping champagne, our photographer will capture your best side for your new "model" cards! Then off you go with your gift bag full of samples, for a fabulous dinner at the Four Seasons. But isn't this what you do every day?

* Date and time to be mutually arranged upon. Expires November 14, 2010.
Stylists: Cinta Gibbons, Cinta Salon & Christina D’Arcy, Ford Models

 

4. Algarve

Vacation - All I ever wanted ­ Vacation - Had to get away

Welcome to the ultimate in Mediterranean decadence!  Four people shall ensconce themselves in the five-star La Meridien Penina Golf & Resort for a luxurious ten-night stay with bed and breakfast.  Set in its own picturesque 360-acre estate, Le Meridien Penina Golf & Resort offers three courses designed by Sir Henry Cotton and considered his masterpieces. While the golfers among you enjoy unlimited golf on the three courses, the others may partake of the pleasures of the tennis courts, Olympic-size adult pool, separate children's pool located in the Penguin Village, snooker room, gymnasium, fitness trail, and a selection of spa services.

* Dates to be mutually agreed upon.  Six weeks advance notice required.
Flights not included.  Expires November 14, 2010.
Travel Agents: Tommy & Anne McCarron

 

5. Top Gun

The need - the need for speed

Pull on your custom flight jacket and report to Livermore to commence with your air combat mission.

Rules of Engagement:
Phase I: introduction to Tactical Fighter Maneuvers (TFM-I) Phase II: once fully briefed, you and your co-pilot will climb into the aircraft.
Phase III: the controls are in your hands as you engage in six ³g-pulling² dogfights.

Upon completion of your mission, you will head back to Mission Control for debriefing.
Videotape of your performance will reviewed.

 * Date and time to be mutually arranged upon. Expires November 14, 2010.

Mission Control: IIPC

 

6. Top Chef

Something you have been thinking about? Well stop thinking and get chopping.
Channel your inner Tom Colicchio or Padma Lakshmi - your time starts, NOW!

Ingredients PROVIDED for you in the Top Chef Kichen:
Framing, Sheetrock and Installation - Labor and Materials INCLUDED Plumbing and Electrical- ALL materials, labor and permits INCLUDED*
        * does not include fixtures and appliances

Ingredients you NEED TO PROVIDE for the winning recipe:
Flooring, Cabinet, Trim and Countertop materials Lighting or Electircal Fixtures and all Appliances Architectural Plans and Permits

Painting, Debris Removal and Clean-up INCLUDED

This recipe works in any kitchen in California, but as with any winning recipe, substitutions cannot be made.

* California locations only.  Work schedule to be mutually arranged upon. Expires November 14, 2010.
Judges: Leo Cassidy, Atlantic Construction; John McMahon, McMahon Plumbing; Seamus Canning, Canning Electric

 

7. When in Hawaii…..

E komo mai o Hawaii

It all begins with a limo to the airport where you will jet to the Kohala Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii. For the next seven nights you will stay in a three bedroom/three bath house with a gourmet kitchen, hot tub/jacuzzi and pool in the Uplands section of the Mauna Kea Resort.You will have amazing ocean view, access to both the Mauna Kea and the Hapuna Prince Hotel's beaches, tennis courts, spas and restaurants. Amazing golf is to be had at either of two championship golf courses. You can spend the day visiting the nearby volcano or the Parker Ranch in Waimea, one of the country's largest cattle ranches, or head over to the other side of the island to experience the rain forests of Hilo.

* $2,000 Flight voucher included.  Eight weeks advance notice required.  Expires November 14, 2010.
Travel Agents: William Shine Properties, Tom & Mary Hunt

 

8. Scenes From an Italian Restaurant

A bottle of red, a bottle of white - It all depends upon your appetite

Pack up your knives and get out of the kitchen. You and seven culinary-challenged friends are in for a treat. Design the menu in conjunction with Larry Doyle, Executive Chef at Johnny Foley’s Irish House, then pick a date, invite the guests and bring your appetites! Begin the evening with passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while Chef Larry prepares a delectable four-course meal. Larry’s staff will take care your every need and they¹ll even clean the kitchen!

 * Date and time to be mutually agreed.  Four weeks advance notice required. Expires November 14, 2010.
Chefs: Larry Doyle, Friends of IIPC

 

9. Theatre of Dreams

First to the pitch and then to the putt

The ULTIMATE Red Devils package!  You and four of your friends will take your place in an owner’s box at the Theatre of Dreams, Old Trafford, to savour the delights of a Manchester United home game. As you watch from your eagle’s perch, you will enjoy the best of food and beverage to keep your excitement levels up!  Once Ferguson's crew emerge victorious, the day will be perfection!

Then it's time to take to the links at Royal Birkdale, site of the 2008 British Open.

* Six weeks advance notice for choice of game requested.  Blackouts dates will apply.  Golf weekdays only. Flights not included.  Expires November 14, 2010.
Owners: Gerry McManus, Fr. Joe Kelly, IIPC

 

 10. Ante Up

Don't cash in your chips yet

Hone your poker skills with a two hour, one-on-one session with professional poker player and Queen of Hearts, Mary Jones. This little lady has placed first in both the US Poker Championship and the World Series of Poker. Mary will coach you on your poker game and sit with you at a table and be your personal card professional! You will learn card strategy and methods while trying to beat the house.

You and a guest will be treated like high rollers with three nights at the Venetian and private airport transfer to your mesmerizing evening helicopter ride over the Strip.

* Thirty days advanced notice required. Flights not included. Expires March 31, 2010.
Dealer: IIPC

 

11. Don’t Rock the Boat

So I'd like to know where you got the notion - Rock the boat  - Don't rock the boat baby - Rock the boat - Don't tip the boat over

Step aboard the beautifully restored 1940 deck trunk cabin cruiser OEslo¹ for an enjoyable afternoon on the San Francisco Bay. Captain Tom Clothier, along with his first mate Nancy, will navigate your crew of ten on a pleasure cruise complete with music, cocktails and hors d¹oeuvres! Cruise around the Bay before heading to Sausalito for lunch on the water, overlooking the San Francisco skyline.

 *  Date to be confirmed at least 30 days in advance. Approximate trip duration 5 hours [10:00am to 4:00pm]  Expires November 14, 2010 
Sailors: Tom & Nancy Clothier, IIPC