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Guess Who's coming to Dinner? The Houses

If you think they're magnificent from the outside, just wait till you step through the front door. Our 2007 hosts graciously welcome you into their homes for a truly unique fundraising event. Make your reservation online today or charge by phone at (919) 839-1498 x 228. All dinners start at 7:00 in the evening.

Seats: 250OPENING NIGHT honoring IRA DAVID WOOD III
Sponsor: United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County
Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2007

The Angus Barn
9401 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27617
No image found.On Halloween night, we will honor legendary actor and director Ira David Wood III. You and your friends will be treated to an evening of award-winning food and drink as you mingle with artists, actors and performers, many in full makeup and costume. Experience the magic of the backstage atmosphere and help us set the tone for another three nights of outstanding dinner parties featuring some of North Carolina’s most distinguished artists, in some of Raleigh’s most remarkable homes.
Cost per ticket: $85.00

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Seats: Sold OutJANE & BOB BOSTROM
Sponsor: United Arts Board of Directors
Date: Thursday, November 1, 2007

935 Vance Street, Raleigh, NC 27608
No image found.An intimate, elegant evening awaits you in this art-filled home in Hayes Barton. From medieval Italian masterpieces to contemporary North Carolina canvases, including works by Maud Gatewood and Bob Timberlake, the walls are covered with treasures. Bob will regale you with his collecting adventures as you are wined and dined in grand style by master chef Arthur Gordon, whose “surf and turf” menu will delight all the senses.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutMELISSA PEDEN & ROBERT IRWIN
Sponsor: Gateway Bank
Date: Thursday, November 1, 2007

909 Williamson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27608
No image found.Renowned North Carolina artist Robert Irwin and art consultant/former art gallery owner Melissa Peden open their home for an evening of lively, intellectual conversation and a delicious buffet. Feast your eyes on their personal art collection and hear personal anecdotes about the artists that only a gallery owner would know.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutELIZA KRAFT OLANDER & BRIAN MCHENRY
Sponsor: A.E. Finley Foundation, Inc.
Date: Thursday, November 1, 2007

1600 Mount Vernon Church Road, Raleigh, NC 27614
No image found.If you’ve always dreamed of having Ashley Christensen of Enoteca Vin be your personal chef, this is your chance to enjoy her culinary talents in a magnificent home. Each course will feature one of her Southern Regional specialties, complemented by wines from the homeowner’s legendary cellar.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutJUNE & TOM ROBERG
Sponsor: Capital Bank
Date: Thursday, November 1, 2007

2108 Prescott Place, Raleigh, NC 27615
No image found.The songs of Edith Piaf will greet you as you enjoy a gastronomic “Tour de France” in this Northridge home nestled next to a lake. Savor regional cuisine and wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and more. Contemporary decor and bright colors add to the ambiance of the evening.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutLEE & FRANK TURNER
Sponsor: RBC Centura
Date: Thursday, November 1, 2007

3516 Williamsborough Court, Raleigh, NC 27609
No image found.A trip through California wine country is the inspiration for this dinner on the terrace as you taste the best that the West Coast has to offer–from champagne to dessert wines, you’ll experience the finest from the Napa Valley during this four-course meal. A “surprise” wine enthusiast will make this meal even more memorable.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutCHARLOTTE & PAT DILEONARDO
Sponsor: Alltel
Date: Friday, November 2, 2007

6616 Greywalls Lane, Raleigh, NC 27614
No image found.Inspired by Mario Batali and authentic family recipes, you’ll enjoy the mouth-watering tastes of Italy in this beautiful home. Osso buco, anyone? Your hosts are awash in theatre connections from Los Angeles to Broadway; anecdotes abound for a backstage peek.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutTRISH & JOHN HEALY
Sponsor: The Moore ReCorr Group, Merrill Lynch
Date: Friday, November 2, 2007

601 North Bloodworth Street, Raleigh, NC 27604
No image found.The past meets the future in the historic “Stronach House,” built in 1876 and lovingly restored in 2006 by the Healys. Their collection of contemporary art is rivaled only by the 12-foot ceilings and magnificent moldings. Expect the unexpected at this black-tie dinner, whether you’re in the parlor, wine cellar, or the lovely Charleston garden.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutTOMMY LONG & STEWART WOODARD
Sponsor: Candace Covington-Olander & Michael Olander
Date: Friday, November 2, 2007

1613 Oberlin Road, Raleigh 27608
No image found.If you are looking for a truly elegant evening, “Longwood” is the place for you. Fine china, polished silver, and a collection of world-class antiques fill this beautiful Hayes Barton home. Magnificent flowers, live music, and dinner by candlelight will enhance your experience as you dine on classic French cuisine and wines.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutKATHY & ART POPE
Sponsor: Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard, LLP
Date: Friday, November 2, 2007

3324 Granville Drive, Raleigh 27609
No image found.The Popes’ gourmet kitchen sets the stage for this chef whose dramatic interpretation of beef tenderloin and seafood will encourage a standing ovation by the end of the evening. This is a repeat performance of last year’s sold out event that you won’t want to miss.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutLAWRENCE & JEAN SHUPING
Sponsor: Elizabeth & David Beam
Date: Friday, November 2, 2007

2441 West Lake Drive, Raleigh 27609
No image found.Imari porcelain and Scottish tartanware are but a few of the collections you’ll see in this magnificent Raleigh home. But what really makes this house fun are the hosts, whose joie de vivre is contagious and who consider their friends and guests the most priceless addition to their home.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutBEN & LIANDA TAYLOR
Sponsor: Anderson Homes
Date: Friday, November 2, 2007

622 Daniels Street, Raleigh 27605
No image found.This contemporary treasure, in the heart of Cameron Village, will feature an Italian feast inspired by the Taylors’ second home in Italy, where they spend several months a year perfecting their recipes and tasting wines. You’ll be happy to sing for your supper when you see what they have in store for you during this low-key and fun-filled evening.
Cost per ticket: $100.00

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Seats: Sold OutDONNA & PETER HEFFRING
Sponsor: WakeMed
Date: Saturday, November 3, 2007

8423 Bournemouth Drive, Raleigh, NC 27615
No image found.This North Raleigh estate will be filled with sounds of castanets and flamenco guitar while you enjoy the tastes of Spain this evening. Mouth-watering tapas, authentic paella and fabulous riojas will have you shouting “Ole” before the night is through. At the end of the meal, retire downstairs for after-dinner drinks and more fun as you discover the ultimate media and game room reserved for special guests.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutMARTHA & KEN HOWARD
Sponsor: SunTrust Bank
Date: Saturday, November 3, 2007

517 Hertford Street, Raleigh, NC 27609
No image found.No need to go to the Tetons when you can view a fabulous collection of Western art in this elegant home in Country Club Hills. A “range” of grilled delicacies will tantalize you, including the best of land and sea, but be sure to leave room for the spectacular dessert.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutHANNAH & MARK KEHAYA
Sponsor: Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP
Date: Saturday, Novevmber 3, 2007

2805 Lakeview Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
No image found.If you love Raleigh history, you’ll enjoy this home located in the old Bloomsbury Park overlooking the lake, where you will dine on an Asian-inspired menu. Your good fortune will continue as you admire the outstanding collection of Oriental antiques and sip on a fine selection of wines in this peaceful setting.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutLUCY & IRWIN ROBERTS
Sponsor: Container Graphics Corporation
Date: Saturday, November 3, 2007

2701 Glenwood Gardens Lane, Raleigh, NC 27608
No image found.Trained at the Cordon Bleu in London, your chef this evening will celebrate the fi ne art of cuisine with a tribute to the legendary New York restaurant, Café des Artistes. But the food is not the only part of the evening that will remind you of Manhattan–this beautifully appointed condominium showcases the best that city life has to offer.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutCARTER SKINNER & CHAPMAN WILLIAMS
Sponsor: Smith Anderson Blount Dorsett Mitchell & Jernigan
Date: Saturday, November 3, 2007

304 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh 27601
No image found.Old-fashioned Southern hospitality and food await you in this Oakwood jewel, which has been featured on the Christmas Homes Tour for the past six years. A love of family history and recipes complements this beautiful Victorian treasure in the heart of downtown Raleigh.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutMICHELE & CHRIS STONE
Sponsor: First Citizens Bank
Date: Saturday, November 3, 2007

7109 North Ridge Drive
Raleigh NC 27615
No image found.Every piece of stone is hand-cut on the exterior of this magnificent North Raleigh home, and that is only the beginning: music lovers and seafood aficionados alike will enjoy this “Symphony from the Sea,” a four-course feast of the best the ocean has to offer. Your hosts also enjoy jazz, bluegrass, and good conversation, as will you on this special night.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutKELLIE FALK-TILLETT & ERIC TILLETT
Sponsor: Drucker & Falk, LLC
Date: Saturday, November 3, 2007

618 North Boylan Avenue, # 924, Raleigh, NC 27603
No image found.High above the bustle of Glenwood South, you’ll enjoy the flavors of the Caribbean and the sounds of a steel drum, while sipping on authentic rum punches and feasting on tropical delights. Discover the view of downtown Raleigh from this penthouse apartment and watch urban nightlife unfold before you.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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Seats: Sold OutCATHERINE & MASON WILLIAMS
Sponsor: Ralph Falls
Date: Saturday, November 3, 2007

8341 Old Leadmine Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
No image found.Old World elegance best describes this beautiful home surrounded by acres of fields and trees in North Raleigh. In the ballroom overlooking the pond, dine on classic continental cuisine by candlelight and enjoy lively conversation with your hosts about their round-the-world culinary and travel adventures on a sailboat.
Cost per ticket: $150.00

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All dinners start at 7:00 in the evening.

Fair market value of each dinner is $65. Anything over that amount is eligible for charitable tax deduction. A letter confirming your donation to United Arts will be mailed to you after the event. Ticket sales are final and may not be exchanged
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October 31-November 3, 2007
Presented by the Goodnight Educational Foundation
Bring the arts home.
Sponsors:
BlueCross BlueShield of North CarolinaCapitol Broadcasting Company, Inc.Progress Energy