WICA Center Holds 'A Night at the Tropicana' Benefit Auction 9/12
By: Yosi Merves Sep. 02, 2009
The Whidbey Island Center for the Arts Board of Directors invites you to attend its 13th Annual Benefit Auction, "A Night at the Tropicana" -- an evening inspired by the sights, sounds, and flavors of Havana's Glory Days. The benefit will be held at Useless Bay
Golf and Country Club, 5725 S. Country Club Drive, Langley, WA
The evening includes a Champagne Reception, Silent Auction, a Gourmet Meal a La Cubana designed by Chef Blue, and a Live Auction with Kip Toner.
Live Auction highlights include: WICA's famous Restaurant and Theatre Frenzies; luxury travel packages including an African Photo Safari for Two; parties hosted at some of Whidbey's most beautiful homes; and new items featuring Seafair hydroplanes, goats, and flamingos!
The evening will begin at 5 pm with a champagne reception and silent auction followed by a gourmet dinner and live auction at 6:30 pm under 2009 Auction Chair Linda Bieber and Auctioneer Kip Toner.
The Menu a La Cubana:
Tapas
Papas Rellenas
Potato Croquettes filled with Creole Braised Pork
Corn and Salsa Verde Empanadas with Queso Fresco
Primera Entrada
Havana Seafood Cocktail
Shrimp, Scallops, and Calamari with Lime, Peppers and Onions
Salada
The Tropicana Salad
Mixed Greens with Arugula, Julienne Jicama, Toasted Pepitas and
Orange Supremes with Sherry Vinaigrette
Plato Principal
Boliche
New York Strip steak stuffed with Chorizo and Red Peppers
Cuban Frijoles Negros, Saffron Scented Rice, and Crispy Plantains
Postre
Caramelized Pineapple with Hot Chocolate Sauce and a Cuban Pastry Cigar
Menu designed by Chef Blue
"A Night at the Tropicana" is the social event of the season. Cocktail attire is highly recommended.
There is ample parking at Useless Bay Golf and Country Club. For any other questions and information, or to make a charitable donation to the auction, please call WICA at 360.221.8262 or e-mail wica@whidbey.com.
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