This year’s gala benefit Five Star Night will take place Friday, May 6, 2011 at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 4700 Lincoln Avenue in Oakland. Celebrity chef Narsai David will guide guests through each course of an extraordinary meal, prepared by skilled chefs from some of the finest East Bay restaurants. “It’s like touring the best East Bay restaurants without leaving your seat,” they report.
Featured restaurants include: Adesso/Dopo, Citron, Grace Street Catering, Marzano/Garibaldi’s, Picante, Bocanova, Bay Wolf, Lalime’s, Mua, Pican, Market Hall Bakery, La Farine, Bake Sale Betty and Lyla’s Chocolates.
Also on the evening's program are both silent and live auction items for consideration, followed by entertainment and dancing to close out the night.
This event makes a tremendous impact on the community’s ability to support seniors in need. Visit the website for ticket information, or call 510-777-9568.
Silent On Line Auction Closes Sunday
Also a part of the festivities, the Meals on Wheels on-line auction is still open for bidding. This silent auction closes at 8pm PDT on Sunday, May 1. Silent auction items include: a private tour for four of Pixar Studios, a $100 Gift Certificate from the Men’s Whearhouse, a Brian Wilson autographed baseball, a four hour double kayak rental for either Santa Cruz harbor or Elkhorn Slough and many others including restaurants and personal services throughout the greater Bay Area. A total of 144 items await your bidding, and there truly is something for everyone. Go to the special website and Bid Now!
Alameda County Meals on Wheels
Alameda County Meals on Wheels includes six local programs. Together they serve 2,200 warm, nutritious meals each delivery day to homebound seniors who are unable to purchase or prepare food for themselves. Most of their clients live at or below the poverty level. Last year this event raised over $125,000, which was given directly to Meals on Wheels programs throughout Alameda County.
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