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A Stunning Necklace From Lambrecht Jewelers

"Breathtakingly beautiful," was the reaction from one SFX mom this week when she saw the truly gorgeous diamond, sapphire and emerald necklace that was donated to Showcase 2009 by Wilmette's own Lambrecht Jewelers.

This rare and delicate Platinum ladies necklace is expertly designed in an Art-deco style. It is set with diamonds weighing a total of .26ct, with a .41ct pear-shaped sapphire drop and a .38ct emerald drop, as well. Superior craftmanship and attention to exquisite detail make this exceptional piece of jewelry the perfect gift for a birthday, an anniversary, Christmas, or any occasion that you want to say "I Love You" in a most extraordinary way. 

Showcase 2009 is profoudly grateful to Beth and Matt Lambrecht for this remarkable donation. They never cease to amaze us, with incredible donations like this, to Showcase, in addition to the many other services they offer to SFX School families for special occasions throughout the year. The Lambrecht Family has owned and operated Lambrecht Jewelers since 1892. Beth Lambrecht serves as a Cantor at SFX Masses, and she was one of the Founders of the SFX School Alumni Association. For years, she and another grad, Tom Rothing, coordinated Alumni Reunions in the Xavier Room during each holiday season. Today, she and her brother Matt (also an SFX Graduate) provide the distinctive jewelry and superior Customer Service that continue to make Lambrecht's one of the most trusted jewelers in Chicago. Beth and Matt also serve on numerous local government and civic boards, making them two of the most respected business leaders in Wilmette, as well.

When they made this wonderful donation, Matt smiled and Beth said, "We had to do something special, for the SFX Centennial." 

You can see this spectacular necklace, and make it yours, at Showcase 2009.     

A New, Adorable Puppy For Your Family This Fall!

All Together Now...AWWWWWWWWWW....

SFX School is honored with the incredibly sweet, dear, lovable, hearty, healthy donation of a top-line 7- week old Black Female Labrador Puppy from Diamond R Kennels, a State-of-the-Art AKC Kennel Facility that's owned and operated by a truly legendary SFX family. This puppy can be YOURS, at Showcase 2009.  

It is difficult to overemphasize the impact and wonderful presence that the Frank & Kiki Rothing Family have had on SFX School, starting in the 1960's and '70's. Mr. Frank Rothing was an SFX School Graduate. He was an accomplished WWII Air Force pilot, before marrying Kiki. They started their family in Chicago, then decided they needed a bigger home. Jovial Frank said, "Kiki, go find a house in Wilmette, and it has to be east of Green Bay and in SFX Parish."Kiki found a real winner in a beautiful home at 630 Linden. They bought it, moved in and the same house has now been "home" to the Rothing's  for over 50 years. Frank and Kiki had seven boys, then one girl and all eight graduated from SFX School (Bud, Rex, Pete, Jim, Dick, Joe, Tom and Carita).

All have gone on to impressive careers. Tom Rothing was one of the "Founders" of the SFX Alumni Association, along with Beth Lambrecht, in the 1980's. And Pete Rothing and his wife, Tanya have owned and operate Diamond R Kennels in Belgrade, Montana, since 1982. Frank Sr. unfortunately passed away in 2003, at the age of 78, but Kiki continues to be active in SFX Parish in a multitude of ways. She has been a relentless supporter of SFX School and Parish, and we are blessed to have the Rothings donate three of Kiki's magnificent needlepoint works of art, and one of Pete & Tanya's labrador puppies, to Showcase 2009.  

Diamond R Kennels is recognized across the country for the unprecendented care they give to their dogs and horses. The Rothing family, also is renowned for their generosity, finding good homes for their puppies through the years at benefit auctions for Loyola Academy, Regina Dominican High School and a number of other local Chicago schools, in addition to SFX. 

When you take home a Diamond R puppy, you can be assured that it came from one of the most top-of-the-line breeding facilities in the nation. So, start thinking about how wonderful it would be, to welcome this precious new addition into your family, as of October 3rd. She is on her way, to Showcase.

   

The Showcase 2009 Grand Raffle

This year's Showcase theme, "Home For The 100th," is a reminder to Crusaders old and new that SFX School is not JUST a school. It is a place that is filled with warmth, goals, happy events and, most of all, really good and supportive people...all of the things that each of us can also find in our homes.

This year's GRAND RAFFLE was designed to Celebrate Time At Home. Imagine owning this combination Samsung 52" Flat Panel LCD TV paired with a Deluxe Sony Blu-Ray DVD Player that, together, are guaranteed to maximize every minute you have to relax at home with your family and friends...in spectacular style.  

In honor of the SFX Centennial, TICKETS ARE $100 EACH AND ONLY 100 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD FOR THIS GRAND RAFFLE! Your odds of winning are fantastic! And, to make this opportunity even more irresistible, The Big Picture in Wilmette will deliver and set up this amazing entertainment package, in your home, for free! 

The Grand Raffle Drawing will be held at Showcase, 2009 on October 3rd. Contact Diane O'Brien (obriendiane@comcast.net, 847-256-1435) to become one of the lucky 100 ticket holders. And start picturing the ultimate in family relaxation, soon, in your home. 

A Luxurious Escape In Our World-Class City

 

You don't have to go far to experience a truly memorable getaway. This extraordinary weekend indulgence features a two night stay at the Peninsula Hotel, Chicago, including dinner for two at the exclusive Peninsula "Avenues" Restaurant, plus two tickets for your choice of the performances showcased this Fall by "Broadway in Chicago." To make things even more irresistible, the fantastic Colleen Orth will provide two nights of overnight babysitting in your home AND, when you return home, dinner and one of Diane O'Brien's famous homemade pies will await you and your family. This truly is a unique "Chicago Escape" package, guaranteed to give you the ultimate in relaxation and complete peace of mind, as you remind yourselves again what a world-class city we live in...and how much fun you two have together. Take a look at the attached photo, then look for this very special offering, as the bidding begins, at Showcase 2009.