Jesters Care for Kids Charity Drive 2013, Sponsored by Glencore International and Canadian Jackalope Open
Famed guitarist Jimmy Page (center right) and Jesters
Care for Kids Charity Chairman Lewis “Woody” Underwood (center left) can finally
breathe a sigh of relief after another memorable Gala Party Night to wrap up
this year’s charity drive. The official totals are not yet in, but be assured
hundreds of thousands of baht was raised at the event, due in no small part to
Page’s influence.
Bernie Tuppin
What do you get when you select a great venue, supply sumptuous food, fine
wine, cold beer, door prizes, terrific music, dancing, a monster raffle, an
auction of great collectables and the opportunity to make a difference to the
lives of disadvantaged children? Of course, the answer is the Jester’s Care for
Kids Gala Party Night. On Saturday night, September 21st, Amari Orchid Pattaya’s
Aranda Ballroom was the venue for the third staging of this event, which
attracted an attendance of more than 240 community spirited party goers.
The evening began with complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres served in the
foyer by attentive Amari staff, while the Jesters Care for Kids organizing
committee were busy outside welcoming guests and selling tickets for the grand
raffle. For the latter, the main prize was a gleaming new Honda PCX 150
motorcycle, which was on display. Muted background music allowed chatter to
proceed, while guests awaited entry to the main hall.
(L to R) Ja was the lucky winner of
the Samsung 32” flat screen TV lucky draw prize, presented here by Deborah
Philbrook and Woody Underwood.
Once inside Lewis [Woody] Underwood, chairman of Jesters Care
for Kids, gave an opening speech to thank all for their attendance and
highlighting some of the work carried out by the Jester’s Care for Kids during
the past year. He also thanked his committee for their efforts in making the
evening possible. Then our emcee, Russell Jay, outlined the agenda for the
evening and how the auction and raffle were to be conducted. Then it was time
for food.
The Amari kitchen once again produced an amazing array of dishes; there was such
a variety that it was difficult to decide what to put on the plate, and the
desserts surely tested the most dedicated weight watchers.
After the clatter of cutlery had ceased the entertainment began, Graham Boyle,
all the way from South Africa, was introduced and set the mood for the evening
by getting the audience laughing at his stand up routine and also gaining
applause for his fine singing. It was then time for Mark Rogers to conduct the
first stage of the live auction.
As in past years the items were many and varied. In the sports category, there
were signed memorabilia from Majstorovic Celtic Football Club, Lee Trevino
[Golf], Derek Jeter [Baseball], Michael Jordan [Basketball] and Daredevil Evil
Knievel. In the music area, records or posters from Grateful Dead, Kiss,
Metallica and The Who were featured. There was also a replica of a Jimmy Page’s
Dragon Telecaster guitar.
Many in the crowd put forward that
Slow Ride was the best band playing the best music they had seen live in a long,
long time.
Jimmy, himself a long time supporter of Jesters Care for
Kids, donated boxed sets of CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray and vinyl copies of Led
Zeppelin’s reunion concert in 2007. There were also 4 signed Ross Halfin photos
in frames, two featuring Jimmy that were very popular with the audience. Bidding
for these items was frenzied as Gentleman Jimmy took the stage to give
background on each item and agreed to inscribe all with a personal messages to
the winning bidders.
Other items included several contemporary paintings from Burmese artists,
antique Burmese ceremonial swords, two beautiful antique clocks, and for the
ladies, or someone wanting to impress a particular lady, an exquisite
diamond-encrusted white gold ring. Only 6 of these items were offered in the
first stage of the live auction, and a similar amount offered in the second
round of bidding later in the evening. The rest of the lots were bid via silent
bids that closed at a nominated time. There were also quite a few door prizes
and these were delivered directly to the lucky attendees to save time.
Graham Boyle set the mood for the
evening by getting the audience laughing at his stand up routine and gaining
applause for his fine singing.
After a spirited round of bidding for these items it was time
for more entertainment as Tony Stevens and his band, Slow Ride, took the stage.
The years of experience in former bands, such as Fog Hat, Savoy Brown and Stone
the Crows, were evident as this group performed their covers of many favorite
rock classics.
After another stage of the live auction and more thrilling bidding, the drawing
of the grand raffle took place. Only the top 5 major prizes were drawn from the
stage, which included the Honda, holiday vouchers for River Kwai [4pax], Nirvana
Resort Koh Chang, Pinnacle Resort Jomtien, and 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab II. All
other prizes and winners were displayed via power point presentation. Please see
list of winners on these pages.
With the structured side of the evening over and the crowd suitably primed
courtesy of the complimentary refreshments, it was time to ratchet up the
entertainment time to throw a few shapes on the dance floor with Barry Upton and
the Fab 60’s Band. Barry and the group wound back the clock musically with a
great selection of Beatles classics and many other favorites from the same era
that really had the party moving until the late hours, when it was time to go
home.
Another great night was had thanks to the Amari Orchid Pattaya and the efforts
of the Jesters committee. Thanks to all who attended and those who gave freely
of their services. Your generosity will make a huge difference to the lives of
many disadvantaged children in our community.
[email protected]
Jesters Care for Kids Charity
Chairman Lewis “Woody” Underwood welcomes everyone to the event and thanks the
charity’s generous sponsors.
(L to R) John Bahng, Jimmy Page and
Roger Cross with his signed Led Zeppelin Celebration Day vinyl box set.
Jimmy Page and Donnie Barker with
his Ross Halfin Rock n Roll of Fame photo.
(L to R) Richard Kings holding his
new replica of Jimmy Page’s Dragon Telecaster guitar alongside him is Niven
Walters who crafted and donated it.
(L to R) Richard Margo, Resident
Manager of Amari Orchid Pattaya, Paul Strachan, Russell Jay and Tony Malhotra.
(L to R) Ayesha Rahman, John
Gilmour, Louise Gilmour and Issey Gilmour.
(L to R) Erle Kershaw, Richy Rhodes
and Snowman.
(L to R) Richard Margo, Niven
Walters, Woody, Jimmy Page and JD.
(L to R) Paul Strachan, Bea Grunwell
and Joe Grunwell.
(L to R) Karyn Walker, Murray Walker,
Nick Taylor and Pat Taylor.
(L to R) Karyn Walker, Murray Walker
and Linden Phanpho.
(L to R) Sue Kukarja, Dan Dorothy,
Nittaya Patimasongkroh, Peter Malhotra, Bernie Tuppin, William Macey, Praichit
Jetpai and Sutsa Porn sample the pre-dinner wine together.
(L to R) Tony Malhotra, Jimmy Page,
Alan Whiteway and Prince Malhotra celebrate the end of a great evening.
(L to R) Greg Freeman, Alan
Whiteway, Bill Freeman and Jeff Paladeau.
(L to R) Jesters Care for Kids
Charity Chairman Woody Underwood, Yuie, Nigel Cannon, Pattaya Sports Club
Chairman William Macey, and Liab are obviously enjoying the festivities.
Andrew Fromholtz, Matt Allen, Mel
Allen and Brent Cockerill.
Russell Jay and Mark Rogers bringing
in the bids.
Jimmy Page (right) gives his inside
knowledge of the details surrounding this photo of Led Zeppelin.
Chris Hogg at the Jesters MC table
bidding on the Jimmy Page Lucifer Rising vinyl.
(L to R) Jimmy Page with Phil
Chester & Terry Hermansen and their winning items.
David Gordon presenting his wife
with the 14 karat diamond ring he won for their pearl (30th) wedding
anniversary.
Eg and Wesley Brubaker.
Jimmy Page thanks Sister Joan from
the Fountain of Life, the main beneficiary of the Jesters Care for Kids charity
drive, for the outstanding job she does taking care of underprivileged children.
| Jesters Grand Raffle Reults |
| GR Prize |
Donor |
Winner |
|
| Honda PCX 150 |
Jesters MC |
Mike Clayton |
5028 |
| 32" Samsung TV |
Neil Sandilands |
Ja |
5658 |
| Trip for 4 to River Kwai |
Judi McNamara |
Foster |
3036 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab II |
Jeff Paladeau |
Jeab |
2643 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab II |
Jeff Paladeau |
Neil JMC |
5087 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab II |
Jeff Paladeau |
Patrick |
5932 |
| Connect 2 Locate GPS Tracker |
Connect 2 Locate |
Randy BKK |
5836 |
| Nirvana Resort, Koh Chang. 2 nights, inc. ABF and dinner for 2 PAX |
Nirvana Resort |
Gator |
10073 |
| Pinnacle Grand Jomtien Resort & Spa, 2 night stay in a Superior Bungalow including ABF |
Pinnacle Hotels |
Barney |
6550 |
| Pinnacle Grand Jomtien Resort & Spa, 2 night stay in a Superior Bungalow including ABF |
Pinnacle Hotels |
Sompon Molalai |
6460 |
| Pinnacle Grand Jomtien Resort & Spa, 2 night stay in a Superior Bungalow including ABF |
Pinnacle Hotels |
Mick Grey - Camel Bar |
6735 |
| Bangkok Pattaya Hospital voucher worth 5,000 baht |
Bangkok Pattaya Hospital |
Jim Nevada |
2446 |
| Bangkok Pattaya Hospital voucher worth 5,000 baht |
Bangkok Pattaya Hospital |
Nid |
6521 |
| Wine & Dine Menu including wine for 1 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Pat Warner |
10679 |
| Wine & Dine Menu including wine for 1 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Jeab |
2875 |
| Wine & Dine Menu including wine for 1 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Ohloppan |
6589 |
| Wine & Dine Menu including wine for 1 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
A. Fromholtz |
3201 |
| Pattaya Pickle Hamper |
Pattaya Pickle |
Steve Cormack |
8098 |
| Pattaya Pickle Hamper |
Pattaya Pickle |
Rick Morren |
10541 |
| Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for 4 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Paul PMTV |
5558 |
| Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for 4 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Nick Taylor |
2507 |
| Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for 4 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Gorngapon Ahsa |
7741 |
| Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for 4 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Jhon |
11580 |
| Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for 2 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Roger |
3094 |
| Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for 2 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Ron Phunter |
10244 |
| Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for 2 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Don Barker |
5403 |
| Casa Pascal Daily BBQ Breakfast & BBQ Lunch Buffet for 2 PAX |
Casa Pascal |
Craig |
7459 |
| Eco Brand Package |
Eco Brand |
Gordo |
2945 |
| Eco Brand Package |
Eco Brand |
Fred JMC |
5605 |
