Field & Fork Thank you AUCTION AND APPEAL PREVIEW TO OUR GENEROUS AUCTION DONORS:

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1 Field & Fork 2017 AUCTION AND APPEAL PREVIEW Thank you TO OUR GENEROUS AUCTION DONORS: Nino Caponi, Le Palaie Sandra Frazier Betty and David Jones Barbara and Bill Juckett The Michel Picard Family, Chateau de Chassagne-Montrachet Barone Francesco Ricasoli, Castello di Brolio Sharon and Luke Schmidt Linda and Ralph Simmonds The Stephanie Inn Chef Gina Stipo

2 Field & Fork Auction 2017 PRESENTED BY LIVE AUCTION BOTTLE WINE RACK FULLY STOCKED WITH HAND SELECTED WINES FROM AROUND THE WORLD A 44-bottle collection of outstanding wines from around the world Featuring a 1996 Chateau Mouton-Rothschild, one of the 5 highest rated wines in the world and prized by connoisseurs and collectors everywhere. This 1996 Chateau Mouton-Rothschild is rated 96 points in the Wine Spectator and is valued at over $500. The selection also includes illustrious brands like Sonoma-Cutrer, Louis Latour, Francis Ford Coppola, Cline Family Cellars, Paso Robles Piledriver, North by Northwest and Tardieu-Laurant Cotes du Rhone Villages! A great addition to your wine collection or a fabulous start toward one! 44-bottle wooden wine rack Wine hand-selected by former Brown-Forman Wines senior executive Bill Juckett Winning bidder must be at least 21 years of age. Barbara and Bill Juckett Betty and David Jones Sandra Frazier 2. AUTHENTIC FOUR-COURSE DINNER FOR TEN AT THE ITALIAN TABLE FEATURING OWNER AND CHEF GINA STIPO Chef Gina Stipo, who spent 13 years in Tuscany as a chef and director of her cooking school Ecco La Cucina, will create a special four course meal featuring authentic Italian ingredients paired with a selection of fine, regional Italian wines for you and your guests. You ll dine in her charming restaurant surrounded by Italian antiques she shipped from Italy when she relocated here. An expert on Italian food and wine, Chef Gina s warm hospitality and tales of Italy make this truly a unique and authentic Italian dining experience right here in Louisville. An evening to remember for sure! Four-course dinner by Chef Gina Stipo at The Italian Table for 10 guests Wine pairings for each course Date to be mutually agreeable. Gratuity not included. PACKAGE DONOR: Chef Gina Stipo of At the Italian Table

3 3. WINE AND DINE ON A THREE-NIGHT STAY FOR TWO IN A LUXURY CHATEAU IN BURGANDY FRANCE Spend three incredible nights at the famous Chateau de Chassagne-Montrachet in the heart of Burgundy. Your hosts, the Picard family, famous Burgundian wine makers, will provide a tour and wine tasting in the 11th century wine cellars, tour of the state-of-the-art winery and visits to the French countryside. Also included is a dinner for two at Lameloise, the famous 3-Star Michelin restaurant in charming Chagny, Burgundy. 3-night stay at Chateau de Chassagne-Montrachet Wine cellar tour and private wine tasting Dinner for two at 3-star Michelin restaurant Lameloise (plus a $200 wine allowance) Barbara and Bill Juckett will help you plan your trip itinerary and answer any questions Airfare not included. Booking based on availability. The Michel Picard Family, Chateau de Chassagne-Montrachet Barbara and Bill Juckett 4. RELAX ON THE OREGON COAST AT THE STEPHANIE INN FOR FOUR NIGHTS OF WINE, CHEESE AND BEAUTIFUL VIEWS Experience the Oregon coast in an oceanfront room complete with a king size bed, gas fireplace, jacuzzi-style tub, wet bar, and patio. About 80 miles from Portland, Haystack Rock on Oregon s breathtaking North Coast has been a beacon for generations. Nestled between the ocean to the west and the Coastal Range of the Cascade Mountains to the east, this iconic inn opened in 1993 on Cannon Beach and has become the definition of luxe coastal hospitality. With a full range of spa services, specialty experiences, and the finest Pacific Northwest cuisine on the Oregon Coast, your trip will be an unforgettable one. Suggested day trips include a scenic drive to a host of world-famous wineries (like Beaux Freres or Domaine Drouhin) and/or a tour and cheese tasting at the nearby Tillamook Dairy. 4-night stay at the Stephanie Inn Gourmet Chef s Breakfast Buffet each morning Daily Afternoon Northwest Wine and Beer Gathering, Evening Nightcap Sharon and Luke Schmidt will help you plan your trip itinerary and answer any questions No smoking or pets allowed. Children age 12 and older are welcome. Excludes stays between June 1 and September 30. Must be redeemed by 1/01/2019. Booking based on availability. Airfare not included. The Stephanie Inn Sharon and Luke Schmidt

4 5. EXPERIENCE THE HEART OF TUSCANY ON A TEN-DAY TRIP Start your trip with two nights at the award-winning winery, Castello di Brolio, owned by the Ricasoli family since 1141 and founder of the original formula of Chianti Classico in Steeped in history and surrounded by the beauty of the Tuscan countryside, a guest house on the estate was once home to Galileo and his house is available to see. Today, Castello di Brolio has a state-of-the-art winery producing some of the world s greatest wines. You will experience two magical nights in an 18th century farmhouse nestled on a hillside on the winery grounds. A sumptous breakfast is served daily. The guest house includes an infinity pool and breathtaking views of Siena, Montalchino and thousands of acres of vineyards and olive groves. Your stay includes a day tour of the winery, arms museum and castle grounds, a wine tasting and lunch at the Osteria del Castello featuring a selection of Ricasoli wines. Next, you ll travel slightly west to the charming hillside town of Peccioli, located halfway between Florence and Pisa and stay 7 nights in an agriturismo farm called Le Palaie. A centuries-old renovated farmhouse features a cozy apartment in the country surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. The grounds include a tennis court, infinity pool and walking paths. You ll live like a local in the Tuscan countryside while enjoying the quaint charms of Peccioli just a few miles away. Conveniently located, you ll easily enjoy day trips to some of Tuscany s most treasured towns like Lucca, Pisa, Volterra, Florence and others. 2-night accommodations for 2 at Castello di Brolio in the heart of Chianti - Day tour of the winery, arms museum and castle grounds - Wine tasting and lunch paired with Ricasoli wines at Osteria del Castello 7-night accommodations for 2 at Le Palaie near Peccioli - Pool, tennis courts, and walking paths - Winery tour is available Barbara and Bill Juckett will help you plan your trip itinerary and answer any questions Airfare not included. Trip must be taken within one calendar year on a mutually agreeable date. Barone Francesco Ricasoli, Castello di Brolio Nino Caponi, Le Palaie Barbara and Bill Juckett 6. ONE-WEEK GETAWAY IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, COLORADO Nestled in trees at the base of the ski mountain, enjoy this 2,000 sq. ft. townhome fully equipped for all of your vacation needs in the Rocky Mountains. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is great for families or 3-4 couples. Amenities include a private hot tub, outdoor pool, and bathroom jetted jacuzzi tub. Take advantage of nearby golf, bike rentals, and fly fishing. 1-week stay at Herbage Townhouse in Steamboat Springs, sleeps maximum of 10 people Gift card toward dinner at E3 Chophouse, which specializes in hormone, steroid and antibiotic-free Black Angus steak No smoking in the home. No pets allowed. Scheduling June 2018 through mid-november Reservations recommended at E3 Chophouse. PACKAGE DONOR: Linda and Ralph Simmonds

5 7. HAVE YOUR NAME ON A LOUISVILLE LOOP BRIDGE IN THE PARKLANDS FOR ONE YEAR Travel along the Louisville Loop in The Parklands and you re bound to encounter several beautiful leaping bridges carrying a paved, multi-recreational path over Floyds Fork. The Louisville Loop is a favorite amenity for the 3 million walkers, runners, and cyclists who visit The Parklands each year. Choose one of two beautiful bridges spanning Floyds Fork within The Strand and we ll name it after you for one year, signified by a plaque on the bridge. Louisville Loop bridges within The Parklands are available for permanent commemorative naming starting at a $500,000 donation level. Name either the High Bridge or the Palisades Bridge in The Strand, commemorated by an 8.5 x 24 steel plaque which will be in place for the year SPONSOR 2018 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING IN A PNC ACHIEVEMENT CENTER CLASSROOM RECOGNIZED ON A PLAQUE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM FOR THE YEAR Give the gift of wonder and discovery! Your donation will make it possible for us to support 20,000 children and adults who will go through our dynamic educational programming in To express our thanks, you will be recognized on a plaque outside one of two PNC Achievement Center for Education and Interpretation classrooms for the entirety of Through the Outdoor Classroom, educators at The Parklands are able to offer both in-classroom and out-of-doors learning experiences that lead to an understanding of our Kentucky landscape and the creatures that live and grow within it, supporting our mission to stimulate curiosity, critical thinking and discovery. As the winner of this auction item, you will be recognized as the sponsor of all programming in that classroom for the year 2018 supporting field trips and summer camps, early childhood and family workshops a gift to The Parklands and to our community! 4 x 9 Recognition Plaque at the entrance to one Classroom in the PNC Achievement Center for one year (2018).

6 Field & Fork Appeal PRESENTED BY APPEAL FOR THE PARKLANDS PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT BENEFIT THE PARKLANDS OF FLOYDS FORK. The Parklands is a donor-supported public park, relying on donations from supporters like you, not tax dollars, for annual operations. Because of your generosity, we are able to program and maintain our nearly 4,000 acres of public parkland 365 days a year without charging an entry fee. Together we work to enhance quality of life and help our community and economy grow in ways that are healthy, sustainable, and enjoyable for people of all ages and abilities. At Field & Fork 2017, we will highlight various components of our Annual Fund and ask for your generous contributions in support of our more than $4 million annual operating budget. Together we were able to build The Parklands of Floyds Fork, one of the nation s largest and most ambitious urban parks, and each donation to the appeal at Field & Fork allows us to maintain and operate this beautiful community asset now and into the future. Thank you for your support of this event! Every gift during the appeal will come with a Parklands Membership and all perks associated. Visit to learn more. The Parklands is accessible, safe and FREE for 3 million+ visits 365 days a year thanks to your support. Here are some examples of what your gift at Field & Fork can support: $100 helps keep The Parklands clean, safe, fun and beautiful 365 days a year $5,000 funds our Junior Ranger program, encouraging kids ages 5-12 to get outdoors, explore, and learn about the natural world $0 ENTRANCE FEE $250 buys and plants ONE large native canopy tree to help replace those lost by the Emerald Ash Borer 10 gifts of $5,000 help to maintain park structures and buildings for community gatherings in $10,000 provides 1,000 kids educational programming through the Outdoor Classroom $5,000 provides trash services for 4 months, helping to keep our parks the cleanest around! $500 staffs & equips The Parklands with Rangers for ONE day $5,000 pays for plant and lawn irrigation for ONE year $10,000 funds our volunteer program, engaging visitors in our gardening, education, trails and natural areas activities throughout the year $10,000 pays for ice and snow removal during ONE major snow event $1,000 buys 1 truckload of mulch for garden beds throughout the park $1,000 provides basic maintenance for ONE mile of the Louisville Loop for ONE year (we have 19+ miles of the Loop within The Parklands)