Jesters Care For Kids 2014 Sponsored by Glencore International and Canadian Jackalope Open
On Saturday night September 20th, the Aranda
Ballroom at the Amari Ocean Pattaya was again sold out for the 4th Annual Gala
Party Night staged by Jester’s Care for Kids. The gala is one of the Jesters few
fund-raising events and all who attend are appreciative of the work done by this
group in assisting disadvantaged youth in our community. Shown here, Bernie
Tuppin (right) presents Gator (3rd left) and his family the top prize in this
year’s Grand Raffle - a Honda PCX 150 motorbike. This is the second time Gator
has won the grand prize of a motorcycle in the past 3 years; he said that he
would give it to his daughter.
Bernie Tuppin
On Saturday night September 20th, the Aranda Ballroom at the Amari Ocean Pattaya
was again the venue for the 4th Annual Gala Party Night staged by Jester’s Care
for Kids. This event, one of the most popular on Pattaya’s social calendar, was
again sold out and enjoyed by all who attended. The Gala is one of the Jesters
few fund-raising events and all who attend are appreciative of the work done by
this group in assisting disadvantaged youth in our community.
Jesters Care for Kids Charity Chairman Lewis “Woody”
Underwood welcomes everyone with a heart felt speech where he acknowledged the
numerous generous sponsors.
On arrival party goers were welcomed in the foyer with easy listening background
music, complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres supplied and served by the
attentive Amari staff. On display front and center was the feature prize for the
grand raffle drawing, which was a new red Honda PCX motor scooter donated by the
Jesters MC. Jester’s committee members were kept busy checking admissions and
selling raffle tickets to the arriving guests.
It was soon time to enter the main hall, where the party would get underway. Our
emcee for the evening, Paul Strachan, took to the stage to set the night’s
agenda. Then it was time for food. The Amari once again supplied the most
amazing buffet with something to satisfy all tastes; certainly no place for
weight watchers.
Multi-instrumentalist Paul Rosenberg heralds the
start of the Grand Raffle.
While everyone was enjoying the food and wine, the foyer music continued until
local group Slow Ride took the stage to render their unique brand of blues with
vocalist Mary getting up close and personal with the guests. It was a great show
by very talented musicians with the likes of Tony Stevens and Snowman.
Between the set by Slowride and the first live auction bidding for the evening,
Jester’s Chairman Lewis [Woody] Underwood officially welcomed everybody and
thanked our major sponsors. Particularly of note was the milestone reached by
Mike Koerner, who has donated one million baht over the last ten years. In the
meantime, a power point presentation was on the big screen depicting the work
carried out by Jesters Care for Kids over the past year.
The first stage of the auction then began competently conducted by Mark Rogers.
This year’s array of items were most varied; sports-themed memorabilia which
featured autographed jerseys and photos of greats from hockey and golf were
popular, as well as a signed NFL helmet by Joe Montana.
The art aficionados could bid on paintings, bronze statues and ceramic artifacts
and a grandfather clock from Myanmar. Of special note, were the 3 beautiful
charcoal drawings by artist Mathew Fournier. For those chasing music
memorabilia, posters featuring The Who, Mott the Hoople and Uriah Heep were
available, along with two great guitars. The electric one was beautifully
handcrafted by Niven Walters featuring the Jester’s Logo while the acoustic one
was donated by Thailand’s hugely popular Carabao signed by all members of the
band.
A boxed set of Johnny Walker aged whiskies donated by Joe Banks attracted the
most interest from those that like a wee dram. This item garnered the biggest
bid of the night at 34,000 baht.
Local legend Mary sings her heart out and entertains
the crowd.
For anyone interested in something completely different an Iraqi Military
certificate was available. There were many other interesting items on display
for the silent auction and guests were advised to lodge their bids on these
throughout the evening.
With the first part of the auction over and the cutlery and crockery cleared, an
alternative pop rock Band Goobah Gun took to the stage. This English group,
consisting of Ian, Tim and Paul, who have an international following, played
tracks from their latest album. Judging by audience reaction it will do very
well. The second part of the auction followed with some spirited bidding for the
remaining items before the first five grand raffle prizes were drawn live.
Uncannily, the first prize Honda PCX went to Gator for the second time in our
four years of the Gala. As a time-saving measure, the winners for the remaining
prizes were displayed via power point.
Veteran musicians Slowride play a note perfect set
at the Gala Party.
An added bonus for guests were a number of door prizes - these were delivered
direct to the lucky winners during the evening again to allow more time for
entertainment. For those who were not in attendance, the full list appears at
the end of this article.
To close the formal part of the evening, the winning bidders for the silent
auction were announced, and then it was time to get in the groove again with
Goobah Gun, who returned to the stage and rocked the crowd. The popular group,
The Core, with years of international experience, displayed their
professionalism worthy of any occasion and wrapped up the evening.
Goobergun rock the Aranda Ballroom.
Another great night came to a close with winners excited, dancers exhausted,
drinkers merry, and everybody was pleased that they came.
As always there are so many to thank for making such an event possible: Jesters
Care for Kids committee, who put in so much time to ensure a great party; the
prize donors for their generosity; Amari Ocean management and staff for the
venue and service; and particularly the entertainers, the emcee and the
auctioneer, all of whom donate their special talents freely.
Thanks to all who participated; many of the special children in our community
will benefit.
If you would like more information, please go to www. care4kids.info, www.face
book.com/jesterscare.kids and/or https://twitter.com/JestersCare4Kid.
Brendan Daly, GM Amari Pattaya and his lovely wife Sarah look forward to a fun
night.
Elegant ladies add glamour to the gala event.
The lads from the Booze Lounge get into the swing of
things.
(L to R) Deborah ‘Debs’ Philbrook and Helle Rantsen,
President of PILC, collect tickets at the registration table.
The Jesters Care for Kids annual Gala Party was once
again a rockin’ affair.
| Jesters Gala Party Night
auctions winners: |
| Order |
No. |
Item |
Donated by |
Winner |
Bid |
| 1 |
18 |
Charcoal drawing - Sandman |
Mark Gorda |
17,500 |
| 2 |
8 |
Hockey jersey signed by Gordie Howe |
Todd Moren |
20,000 |
| 3 |
14 |
Johnny Walker box set |
Joe Banks |
|
34,000 |
| 4 |
3 |
Uriah Heep signed poster |
Dieter Schobel |
5,000 |
| 5 |
4 |
Joe Montana signed SF 49er’s helmet |
Ian Harrington and Steve Gray |
20,000 |
| 6 |
24 |
Carabao folk guitar signed by the band |
Bjarne Nielsen |
31,000 |
| 7 |
17 |
Charcoal drawing - The Cat is back |
Matthew Fournier |
15,000 |
| 8 |
2 |
Burmese antique bronze statues |
Anonymous |
15,000 |
| 9 |
19 |
Charcoal drawing - Skull |
Mark Gorda |
21,000 |
| 10 |
6 |
Home-crafted electrical guitar with Jesters logos |
Niven Walters |
|
16,000 |
| 11 |
5 |
Ryder Cup 2012 cap and flag signed by winning team |
Mark Sherwood |
16,000 |
| 12 |
16 |
The Who Quadrophenia poster signed |
Leo Blues Bar |
11,500 |
| 13 |
9 |
Signed hockey jersey sign by Sidney Crosby |
Anonymous |
15,000 |
| 14 |
15 |
Iraqi military certificate |
Mike Soloman |
1,500 |
| 15 |
12 |
Electric bass guitar |
Anonymous |
5,000 |
| 16 |
13 |
Signed Johnny Bower photo |
Luc Lafreniere |
4,000 |
| 17 |
7 |
Arnold Palmer signed photo |
Bobby Taylor |
4,000 |
| 18 |
20 |
Mott the Hoople signed poster |
Niven Walters |
3,500 |
| 19 |
1 |
Antique Burmese set of 6 framed deities |
Anonymous |
8,000 |
| 20 |
26 |
Antique clock |
Mark Gorda |
5,500 |
| 21 |
25 |
Tea pot and cosy |
Mark Gorda |
13,000 |
| 22 |
27 |
Catamongst Thepigeons Barossa Shiraz |
Judi McNamara |
2,500 |
| 23 |
28 |
Bundaberg Rum - Double Barrel |
Judi McNamara |
10,000 |
| 24 |
29 |
Backstage Pass medley (35) |
Judi McNamara |
1,000 |
| |
295,000 |
| Jesters Gala Party Night Grand
Raffle winners: |
| No. |
Prize |
Donator |
Winner |
Ticket Number |
| 1 |
Honda PCX 150 |
Jesters MC |
Gator |
3470 |
| 2 |
Car Rental voucher from Q Cars |
Q Cars |
Wix |
1925 |
| 3 |
Trip for 4 to River Kwai |
Judi McNamara |
Elfi |
1896 |
| 4 |
iPhone 5c 16GB |
Capt. Steve Ponter |
Muffy |
3366 |
| 5 |
Samsung Galaxy Tab II |
Jeff Paladeau |
Michelle |
1500 |
| 6 |
iPad Mini 16B |
Capt. Steve Ponter |
Paul Janzen |
1539 |
| 8 |
Nirvana Resort, Koh Chang. 2 nights, inc. ABF and
dinner for 2 PAX |
Nirvana Resort |
Paul Carumba |
737 |
| 7 |
Discovery Dives x 2 |
Mermaids Dive Center |
Dale |
2356 |
| 9 |
Discovery Dives x 2 |
Mermaids Dive Center |
Alan |
1472 |
| 10 |
Wellness Center - Complete blood evalution |
Maximum Performance |
Banks |
1177 |
| 11 |
Wellness Center - Complete blood evalution |
Maximum Performance |
Ronnie G |
358 |
| 12 |
Pinnacle Grand Jomtien Resort & Spa, 2 night stay in a
Superior Bungalow including ABF |
Pinnacle Hotels |
Jim Horn |
553 |
| 13 |
Pinnacle Grand Jomtien Resort & Spa, 2 night stay in a
Superior Bungalow including ABF |
Pinnacle Hotels |
Terry W |
1722 |
| 14 |
Pinnacle Grand Jomtien Resort & Spa, 2 night stay in a
Superior Bungalow including ABF |
Pinnacle Hotels |
Gordo |
1633 |
| 15 |
4 Course Gourmet Set Menu for One |
Casa Pascal |
Jim Horn |
566 |
| 16 |
4 Course Gourmet Set Menu for One |
Casa Pascal |
2374 |
| 17 |
Nicky’s Restaurant Sunday Roast for 2 PAX |
Nicky’s Restaurant |
Supranee Dokkhoram |
179 |
| 18 |
Siriam Spa facial |
Siriam Spa |
Gator |
636 |
| 19 |
Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for
2 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Brendan |
3180 |
| 20 |
Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for
2 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Neil |
1781 |
| 21 |
Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for
2 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Kerry Ann |
75 |
| |
Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for
2 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Mike |
1906 |
| 22 |
Siriam Spa body scrub |
Siriam Spa |
Gator |
649 |
| 23 |
Siriam Spa aromatheraphy oil massage |
Siriam Spa |
Nunapa Kittirojanama |
2421 |
| 24 |
Siriam Spa head, shoulder & back massage |
Siriam Spa |
Mam Yamsas |
315 |
| 25 |
Siriam Spa oil massage |
Siriam Spa |
Hakan |
3456 |
| 26 |
Siriam Spa foot massage |
Siriam Spa |
Wayde |
1912 |
| 27 |
Siriam Spa foot massage |
Siriam Spa |
Matt OS |
1109 |
| 28 |
Siriam Spa foot massage |
Siriam Spa |
Geoff Gilmore |
538 |
| 29 |
Siriam Spa foot massage |
Siriam Spa |
Gordo |
1627 |
| 30 |
Siriam Spa Thai massage |
Siriam Spa |
Neil |
1436 |
| 31 |
Siriam Spa Thai massage |
Siriam Spa |
Paul Carumba |
735 |
| 32 |
Siriam Spa Thai massage |
Siriam Spa |
Kojak |
1311 |
