Betty Ferguson Foundation has selected Jacquie Petersen as their Woman of Honor for 2010. This honor is bestowed upon her in appreciation and recognition of her service as a philanthropist and visionary within our community. Her achievements have provided an unparalleled example for women throughout the Santa Clarita Valley, and beyond. Her dedication, hard work, and tireless effort to bring high quality opportunities to Santa Clarita Valley residents are remarkable.

The Woman of Honor dinner will be held at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Saturday, September 11, 2010. The event will feature recognition of Jacquie by friends, and family, and a special Tribute to 9/11 as well as dinner and dancing.

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“We are thrilled to be honoring Jacquie Petersen as our 11th Woman of Honor. Jacquie and her husband quietly came to the Santa Clarita to follow their family after much notoriety in the Brentwood Area. But it didn’t take long for Santa Clarita to embrace this wonderful couple as its own.” said Julie Sturgeon, a member of the Board of Directors of Betty Ferguson Foundation, and Co-Chair of the event.

“For us, this event is the high point of every year,” said Marjanne Priest, Co-Founder of the Foundation. “We have honored several amazing women over the past ten years,” she continued, “and we are looking forward to seeing many of them at this year’s event!”

Exciting Live Auction Preview:

Two Nights Stay at Clint Eastwood’s Mission Ranch in Carmel – Renew and refresh at Clint Eastwood’s beautiful Mission Ranch in Carmel with it’s spectacular views and ocean sunsets. Carmel Mission tour & Monterey Bay Aquarium, PLUS –Autographed set of Clint Eastwood’s 35 years – 35 Films DVD.

VIP Ellen Show Taping – and Dinner for 3 at Yamashiro Restaurant in Los Angeles – V.I.P. seating, with escort – Michael Hause.

Golf Spectacular – Golf for Four in Santa Clarita – Robinson Ranch, Tournament Players Club, and Valencia Country Club. Golf for four at all 3 locations; cart fees included.

Gift by Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York. Collectors item – autographed by Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York, charity patron, spokesperson, writer, film producer, television personality and former member of the British Royal Family

Six Flags Magic Mountain VIP Tour for Six – VIP parking; entrance to Six Flags Magic Mountain; your own special Tour Guide; front of the line access to all rides (not pay rides).

Diamond and Mother of Pearl reversible 14 carat white gold pendant – Ro, Ma Jewelers

Private Tour and Lunch with Congressman Howard “Buck” McKeon at the Capitol in Washington, D.C.

Reversible Fox Rain Jacket – Edwards Lowell.

Dinner for 8 with Chef Rolfe Rothen and one night stay– Hyatt.

Chinese Shar Pei-Mix Female Puppy –15 weeks old – Rescued from L.A. County Animal Shelter – licensed, micro chipped & spay fees pre-paid + 1st set of shots, carpet cleaning, dog crate, Hornet Purification System and a basket of goodies.

Purebred Shih-tzu Male Puppy –11 weeks old – Breeder Contact Info available + 1st set of shots, carpet cleaning, dog crate, Hornet Purification System and a basket of goodies.

“The Betty Ferguson Foundation is proud to be rescuing puppies, and having them as part of our Live Auction to raise money for our programs. Due to our own love for dogs, we are sending them off with shots, neutering/spaying certificates, food, beds etc, to get them started in their loving new homes. We do not feel that we are doing anything wrong, immoral, or unethical by having two puppies as part of our Fundraiser. This is a private event where all guests are known and respected in our community. We will place these dogs in the hands of animal lovers who will, in turn, sign a Responsible Pet Owner Release.”

Best Friends Beauty Makeover Package for Four – Beyond Harmony Med Spa – IPL Photo Facial, Facial Oxygen Treatment, Velasmooth Cellulite Treatment, Bioelectric Detoxi_cation Session. Hand & Foot Exfoliation Treatments, includes refreshments, hors d’oeuvres and goodie bags

Family of 5 Fun Getaway Package – KHTS AM 1220 – Aquarium of the Pacific, Legoland, San Diego Zoo and Santa Barbara Zoo, 3 one night stays in Costa Mesa Hotels

Two Tickets to “Dancing With The Stars” + Three Private Dance Lessons from Preciado’s Ballroom Dance Studios – Watch the dancers up close & personal. Be a member of the ABC TV Network studio audience & enjoy a live broadcast of a results show “Dancing With The Stars” for you and a friend. Mutually agreed upon date with studio required

Dinner for 10 in a private Santa Clarita Vineyard – Darrin and Lisa Fetterolf, Lee’s Wine Bistro, and Ooh La La Catering –  A four-course catered dinner with complimentary Champagne toast, and fine wine in the vineyard overlooking the SCV.

Mike Lebecki Yacht Cruise out of Ventura Harbor for 12 – Hors d’oeuvres prepared & served by Chef Dawn, from Dawn’s Dinners and wine included & donated by Betty Ferguson Foundation Board of Directors

Four Reserved Seats to a taping of the CBS Emmy nominated “Two and a Half Men” – Package includes: Autographed & Framed photo, Complete 1st and 2nd Season DVD’s, T-Shirt & Leather Bomber-style Jacket.