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ONE GREAT PARTY 2013
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Ritz-Carlton Hotel San Francisco
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World-Class Gettys
  • Attend a cocktail party at the Pacific Heights home of legendary hosts Ann and Gordon Getty
  • Take in a curated tour of the Gettys’ famous art and antique collection
  • If that isn’t enough, Jonathan Moscone and Susie Falk will each liven the party in their own inimitable way
DATE: Tuesday, September 17, 6-8pm.
LIMITED TO: 40 guests
Price is per person.
Value: $200.00
402
Margaritaville
  • An al fresco fiesta at a private Spanish hacienda in Orinda 
  • Says one former partygoer: "A guaranteed glorious evening at a beautiful casa!"
  • Dine on hors d’oeuvres and Mexican favorites made to order by Abel Lopez and the staff of his El Paisa Taco Truck—all accompanied by magnificent margaritas 
  • Traditional music and dance by the Son de la Tierra Mexican Ensemble of the East Bay Center for the Performing Arts 
  • Join Cal Shakes Artistic Director Jonathan Moscone and Managing Director Susie Falk for an evening of mucho fun and a few surprises
DATE:Saturday, August 10.
LIMITED TO: 40 guests
$150 per person
Value: Priceless
403
Starry, Starry Night
  • Wear layers and bring flashlights for this phenomenal stargazing party for 40 at the Geissberger Observatory at Saint Mary’s College
  • "Mysterious and fun and totally out of the ordinary," says one former partygoer
  • Says another past attendee: "Starry Night was an absolute blast! An amazing evening with an incredibly knowledgeable guide, who led us through an enthralling look at the planets and stars. Completely captivating. The single best celestial experience I’ve ever had. Perfect for anyone of any age who dares to consider how we fit into the vastness of space. Not to be missed!
  • Wine, cheese, hot chocolate, and dessert accompany your party
  • Practically touch the sky from Moraga’s Observatory Hill with a 16-diameter research telescope, robotic mount, and real-time video feed into the Saint Mary’s astronomy labs 
  • Learn about the history of astronomy in Shakespeare’s time and astronomy today from veteran Saint Mary’s astronomy professor Ron Olowin, Ph.D’s multimedia presentation
DATE: Saturdays, June 8, July 13, August 31, or September 7, weather permitting.
LIMITED TO: 40 guests
PRICE: $100 per person
Value: Priceless