Celebration of Excellence Gala to Feature “Amazing Auction Items”

A fabulous evening awaits the individuals attending The Woodlands Celebration of Excellence Gala Honoring the 2007 Hometown Heroes.

The black tie optional event benefiting Interfaith of The Woodlands will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007 at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center. Tim Welbes and Alex Sutton, co-presidents of The Woodlands Development Company (TWDC), are the co-chairs of the event.

According to Susan Vreenland-Wendt, co-chair of the gala program committee and director of marketing for TWDC, “In addition to honoring the Hometown Heroes, attendees will enjoy spectacular entertainment, dining and auction items as part of the evening festivities.”

A few of the incredible live auction items consist of a beautiful pair of 18 karat gold earrings from Donoho's Jewellers; exquisite artwork by Kevin Sloan; a commemorative Administaff Small Business Classic framed poster with many prominent

player signatures including golf legend Arnold Palmer; and a true Hollywood experience with four VIP seats at an upcoming Dr. Phil taping, upgraded Marriott Hotel accommodations, and two, first class tickets.
The amazing silent auction will consist of more than 30 items including a private tasting party for 10 at VINO 100; a Red Top Optima Battery; private or group lessons at Fred Astaire Dance Studio, located at 506 Sawdust Road; a beautiful Swarovski crystal necklace and earrings; and much more.

Dr. Ann Snyder, executive director of Interfaith of The Woodlands, shared, “We are truly blessed to have the support from the community and thankful to all the generous underwriters of the event.”

Major underwriters for the event are Founder's Circle ($30,000) sponsors Jim and Nelda Blair; Huntsman, LLC; and The Woodlands Development Company. Committed Circle of Honor ($20,000) sponsors are Woodforest National Bank and The Woodlands United Methodist Church. Brian & Lorri Petrauskas are the Circle of Giving ($10,000) sponsors.

All funds raised benefit Interfaith of The Woodlands' numerous social service programs.

To purchase a sponsorship/ticket or to get more information about the gala, please contact Meghan Warren at 832-615-8223 or email mwarren@woodlandsinterfaith.org .