The Crystal Ball - March 1, 2008 at the Renaissance Austin Hotel 
 

February 1st = Auction Deadline

The deadline for auction donations is fast approaching, and we need more great items to feature.  Please consider joining us in this effort and helping this year's auction income break a new record, resulting in even more support for our schools.

Why donate to the Crystal Ball Auction?
 
Recognition For Your Business.  In the months leading up to the Crystal Ball, our unique auction website serves as an online catalog featuring your donation, a photo or logo, and linking to your website.  Qualify as an advertising expense, or consider it your tax deductible gift.  Be recognized as a charitable, community-minded business.
 
Presentation and Promotion.  This year, we expect to have 850 auction bidders anxious to view your donation and see what your business has to offer. Professional auctioneer Scott Swenson will handle the live auction, and promotional materials, decor, and placement are all designed to capture the attention of our generous silent auction bidders.  We are happy to place any promotional materials that you'd like to provide on the auction tables with your donation.
 
Your Donation Makes a Difference.  Proceeds benefit education in the Lake Travis ISD.  Since 1985, LTEF has supported our district's teachers and students with over $1.5 million in grants and scholarships.  Last year's Crystal Ball raised net proceeds in excess of $290,000 for our schools.  Your generosity makes this support possible.
 
It's Fun!  Get involved in the excitement of the auction by contributing an item and seeing how much it helps our schools!  Some ideas follow.
  • Vacation Homes - Donate a stay in your vacation home for a high bidder to enjoy.  You can name the timeframe and set the restrictions, and we'll have a great item to add to the auction.
  • Event Tickets - Do you own season tickets for sports, music performances, or the theatre, and know that you won't be able to attend a specific event?  Please consider donating a pair (or more) of tickets to the Crystal Ball.
  • Group Donations - Travel packages, group dinners, iPods, and electric scooters are just some of the items that have been contributed over the years by individuals who have combined their donations into one fabulous item.  Please ask your neighbors, your bunko group, your golf foursome, your sorority sisters, your co-workers ... any group that has a common interest in supporting our schools ... and organize a group donation.
  • Make a Personal Donation - While you're out shopping, pick up something for the kids of Lake Travis ISD.  Any item that you think would interest our auction bidders would be appreciated.  Dining certificates, kids' items, jewelry or accessories, giftcards ... new items of all values are welcome additions to the Crystal Ball auctions.
Auction Deadline.   All donations must be received by February 1, 2008.    
 
How to Donate.  Visit our unique Online Auction Catalog to Donate Online, or download a Contribution Form which you may mail in or fax.
 
Further event details to come in future email announcements, or visit our website or give us a call at (512) 533-6095.  We look forward to your participation, and we thank you for your support of exemplary education!
 

CLICK HERE

to see our unique online catalog and to donate online.
 
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We thank our auction donors to date.

Please join this list and show your support for the students of the

Lake Travis Independent School District.

620 Dance Centre, Inc.
A+ Federal Credit Union
Ace Custom Tailors
AirWerks
Allure Salon
A Moment in Time Portrait Design
Amy's Ice Creams
Anthony's FIreplace & Patio
Architectural Granite & Marble
AREA
Austin Photography
Austin's Park
Ballet Austin
Barb Wood Photography
Barker Photography
Barton Creek Spa
Bee Cave Dental
Bellisama
Blazer Tag Adventure Center
Blue Bell Ice Cream
Board at Home Animal Care & Monitoring
Bonnie Martin Designs
Briarcliff Marina
Buckingham Center for Facial Plastic Surgery
Cakes, Chocolates & More
Camp Longhorn
Carino's Italian Grill
Carmelo's Ristorante
Champion Chiropractic
Chaparral Ice
Chuy's
Ciola's Italian-American Restaurant
College and Career Planning Services
Corrective Chiropractic
CWS Corporate Housing
Cypress Valley Canopy Tours
Dale, Barbara & Ryan Rogers
Dart Bowl
David & Mabel Carpenter
Daybreak Boat Rentals
Dodd Studio
Dr. Stacy Miller, Orthodontist
Eddie V's Arboretum
ELITE Boat Club
Embellish
Falconhead Golf Club
Fallon Fine Art
Faux Lo
Flipper's Pets
Forgey's Funky Fine Arts
Guero's Taco Bar
Highland Lanes
Hudson Bend Fire Department ESD #6
Hudson's on the Bend
Hula Hut
James Avery Craftsman
Janet Moore
Jenny Sones
John Pate Construction
Just Four Paws
Karla Man
Kathleen Rodriguez
Kerrin Gaenzle/Silpada Designs
Lakecliff Country Club
Lake Travis Driving Academy
Lake Travis High School Athletics
Lake Travis ISD Community Programs
Lake Travis Kids R Kids
Lake Travis Pain Clinic
Lake Travis Youth Association
Lakeway Aquatic Therapy & Wellness Center
Lakeway Resort and Spa
Lakeway Veterinary Clinic
Lakeway Vision Associates
Lakeway World of Tennis
Learning Express Toys
Lone Star Riverboat
Mad About Shoes
Mad Science of Austin
Melanie Snow
Mike Anderson
Mud Outdoor Center
My Time Play Gym
National Elite Gymnastics
Paramount & State Theatres
Pickle Pants Hand Painted Pottery
Retama Park
Round Rock Express
Round Rock Roller Rink
Russell Korman Fine Jewelry & Watches
Salon Aura
Salon U
Sassy Seats
Schlitterbahn Waterparks
Shady Grove
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Smile Designs
Stokes Sign Company
Sweet Cheeks
Texas A&M Athletics
The Belmont
The Billiard Factory
The Law Office of Thomas D. Skowronek
The Maids Home Services
The Ski Dock
The Treetop Studio, LLC
The University of Texas at Austin
Tracy Henry
TreeTom.com
Triton Financial
Two Hot Mamas Salsa Co.
Uchi
Vino100 Lakeway
Wells Fargo Bank
Wellsprings DermaSpa
Zachary Scott Theatre Center
Zulu Nyala

 

CLICK HERE to view auction item details and to donate online.

 
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No products or services to donate?  Please consider sponsoring the Crystal Ball.
Sponsors can gain valuable advertising benefits and reserved sponsor tables.
Details Here

Enjoy the Crystal Ball with your friends by reserving a table today! Thinking a night out with friends sounds great?  Then think about reserving a table for the Crystal Ball.  Non-sponsor Reserved Tables for 10 are available now for $1,750 ... that's only $25 per person more than general seating, and guarantees that you'll all sit together.  Don't delay.  Reserve a table today!  You can charge your table now, or choose to guarantee your table to a credit card and follow up by sending one check or several individual payments from your guests, as long as all payments are submitted at one time and received no later than February 22nd. 

Offer Expires When Tables Run Out ... CLICK HERE To Reserve Your Table Now!