Thursday, April 27, 2017

First Time Live Auction

Uncorked has gained the reputation of being a good, good time.  Each year it gets bigger and better. The silent auctions and door prizes have worked so well, we thought we'd try throwing in a LIVE AUCTION...with a twist.

Tahlequah Lumber has generously (aren't they always?) donated three Yeti coolers.

Yes, three Yeti coolers.

On May 12, 2017, after each Yeti cooler has been auctioned, the winners will open them.

Inside one of them is a special prize: 



a $100 gift certificate to Rum Runners!

You know you want it.

All proceeds go to Tahlequah Public Schools Foundation.

Thank you to Tahlequah Lumber and Rum Runners!

Wednesday, April 26, 2017

So...what exactly is Uncorked?



Uncorked is Tahlequah Public Schools Foundation's annual celebration of schools on Friday, May 12, 2017, from 7-9 pm at the Armory on 100 N. Water Street.  We congratulate our grant recipients and kick off the fundraising for next year. Last year we raised over $10,000. This year, we hope to raise more. Uncorked is a party where the whole community is invited to celebrate the employees at TPS who do so much for our children.




FREE ADMISSION 
COME AS YOU ARE
Be comfortable, join the fun, and throw a little money at education. Napoli's, Rib Crib, Chilango's and Reasor's have donated food and beverages. TPSF's partner Northeastern Health System has donated a Starbuck's coffee bar. Enjoy these complimentary items as you stroll through about 90 auction items and door prizes.

SILENT AUCTION
Items will be sectioned off with three separate closing times throughout the evening. Why? If you can't stay all night, we want you to still be able to have a bidding war and take home prizes.

DOOR PRIZES
Every TPS employee and VIP ticket will receive a free door prize ticket.  More are available for $5 each or 5 for $20.  Libby and Brandi will roam the crowd and sell more throughout the night.  They can also be purchased at the VIP ticket area. Drop your ticket(s) in the bucket beside an item you want to win.  Who knows? You may win a helicopter ride for only a $5!

Better buy lots of tickets just to be sure.

LIVE AUCTION
***NEW THIS YEAR***
Tahlequah Lumber has generously donated THREE Yeti coolers.  We will hold a live auction for each one.  After the last one has been auctioned, the winners may open them. Inside one of them will be a $100 gift certificate from Rum Runners.

Didn't see that coming, did you?

TOMKAT LIQUOR BOOTH
***NEW THIS YEAR***
Tomkat Liquor is joining us this year with a booth. Half of the proceeds from their booth will go to Tahlequah High School's Save a Senior, which is an evening event after graduation in which students can safely and legally celebrate.

BLIND DATE WITH A BOOK AND A BOTTLE
***NEW THIS YEAR***
Tomkat and Barnes and Noble have participated a fun combination of grab bags.  For only $30, you can select a brown paper bag with a book and bottle inside.  You don't know what the book and bottle are, but there will be a hint of the contents--just like a blind date!

MARY'S LIQUOR
At the exit, Mary's Liquor will be taking orders for wines and beers enjoyed at the VIP area. Proceeds will go to Tahlequah Public Schools Foundation. Stock up and give back at the same time.

Cheers to that!

VIP AREA
You must have a wrist band to enter and the first 200 tickets get a commemorative wine glass. Here we will recognize our grant recipients, receive an education on the food and beverage pairings, and be entertained by Tahlequah Show Choir and a live band. Tickets to the VIP area are $25 in advance or $30 at the door.  Advanced tickets may be purchased at Mary's Liquor, The Right Angle Photography, Celeste Looney Insurance, and Aerofit.


SOMMELIER HEATHER EZELL
Heather is back this year and we are giving her the stage.  Several times throughout the evening, she will take the mic to share her knowledge on why the menu pairings from Reasors, Mary's Liquor, and Deep Branch Winery are so perfect.  She will be available all night for questions.  We at TPSF believe in education.  Listen to Heather, and you will definitely leave feeling more knowledgeable.

Psst! Heather also hosts tasting parties. Schedule one with her, and you'll learn even more with her cozier tutorial.

AFTER PARTY AT THE BRANCH
***NEW THIS YEAR***
The Branch is hosting an after party for anyone who doesn't feel that 7-9 pm is adequate time to celebrate our schools.  They are sharing a percentage of the proceeds with TPSF.

We have a great community!










Monday, April 24, 2017

Uncorked 2017 is Near!


You've probably seen these posters around town. We are so excited that Uncorked is just around the corner.  In the next few weeks, we will be sharing more exciting details with you.  Please go to Facebook and like our events page Uncorked 2017.  We've been posting fabulous auction items and will update it with more exciting news.