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Under the Big Top
Welcome to Scotus Central Catholic and our Gala! As you
know tonight is the major fundraiser for our school. The
success of this event allows us to keep the cost of attending
Scotus affordable. Most importantly, it provides the resources
we need to provide a Catholic education for our students. I
hope you have a wonderful evening and Thank You for your
financial support of this event.
Jeff Ohnoutka, President
~1~
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We would like to welcome you all to the 2020 Scotus Gala, “Under the Big Top.” We hope
you enjoy the evening as we take a step back into the 1920’s and come together to raise
money and celebrate the next new decade of Scotus excellence.
To begin, it has truly been an honor to serve as this year’s Gala chairs. We have been so
humbled by the generosity and outpouring of so many selfless individuals.
We would also like to give a special thanks and tip our hats to our ringmasters, John and
Janice, for their outstanding support and guidance over these last couple of years. We
could not have done it without you. To our vice chairs, Tim & LeAnn, Bobby & Rachel,
and Joe & Amy, we are grateful that you joined us on this journey and wish you much
success for next year’s Gala.
A standing ovation goes out to the numerous volunteers and donors that were involved in
tonight’s event, and to all our special guests. You are the reason for our success, and we
thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Last, but not least, we thank God for everything he’s provided for us, and we ask for his
blessings on this special night. We thank him for the opportunity to raise funds for something
we feel so passionately about- our children and their futures.
Now without further ado, let the show begin!
The Gala Committee of 2020
Back: Jill (Hoebing ‘84) & Dan Clarey; Left front: Mike & Nicole Fleming;
Right front: Shelly & Joe Steffensmeier
~2~
High Striker
TEST YOUR STRENGTH ON THE HIGH-STRIKER GAME
AND IMPRESS YOUR FRIENDS.
YOUR NAME MAY BE ENTERED TO WIN A PRIZE.
Drawing will be prior to the start of the Grand Auction
~4~
Come One, Come All
PURCHASE A TICKET FOR $25 AND HAVE THE
OPPORTUNITY TO WIN THE SPLIT THE POT
Two Drawings
Winners will be chosen just prior to the
start of the Grand Auction
~5~
Fringe & Pearls
Jewelry Boxes
This is your opportunity to purchase a jewelry box
for $25 with the chance of winning one of three
beautiful prizes donated by
Grace Jewelry ~ Kim & Jed Gassen and
Columbus Family Practice Associates, PC.
u Ladies 14kt yellow gold white quartz and diamond pendant. .12carat
diamond weight. Value: $960.00
u Ladies 10kt rose gold trailing earrings. These earrings can drop down or
be worn angled up on your ear for a stylish look. Diamonds total
.25ctw. Value: $569.00.
u Ladies 14kt white gold diamond square cut out necklace. .10carat diamond
weight. Value: $379.00.
The jewelry boxes will be opened just
prior to the start of the Grand Auction.
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PURCHASE A CUSTOM KOOZIE FOR $25 AND HAVE THE
OPPORTUNITY TO WIN A $1,000 PRIZE!
The Grand Prize:
$1,000 Cash
Donated by: First Nebraska Bank
Thank you to INKED/Joe Marksmeier for
donating the koozies.
The winner will be chosen just prior
to the start of the Grand Auction.
~7~
SpeakEasy
Each bottle of wine sells for
$30 (a $20 donation.)
Thank You to our
Wine Underwriters:
Member FDIC
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Thank You to our Wine Underwriters:
Member FDIC
Member FDIC
Member FDIC
~9~Under the Big Top
Lottery
Five chances to Win
$14,000 in Cash Prizes
$12,000 Grand Prize
4 - $500 consolation prizes
only 600 tickets - $100 each
Drawing will take place immediately following
the Grand Auction
~ 10 ~General Rules
1. Payment for any item may be made after the Silent Auction or Grand Auction closes.
All payments will be made with your credit card.
2. Items may be removed the evening of gala by exhibiting your receipt. Arrangements
can be made for pickup of large items on Sunday, April 19, 2020 between 9:00 a.m.
and 11:00 a.m.
3. Any amount paid beyond the fair market value of auction item(s) may be claimed as a
charitable contribution. Deduction value of the $80.00 gala dinner ticket is $30.00.
Consult your tax advisor for more information.
4. All bid sales are final and there will be no refunds or exchanges allowed except where
specified. Please carefully examine any auction item before bidding. The donors of items
will not accept purchased items in exchange for other items.
5. Scotus makes no express or implied warranties or representations of any kind or nature
with respect to property or services auctioned at the gala. By your purchase, the buyer
waives any claims for liability against Scotus or the donor of the property or services,
and neither Scotus nor the donor is responsible for personal injury or damage to property
that may result from the property or service sold.
6. All gift certificates must be redeemed as specified only.
7. All guests will be pre-seated by the Gala Committee. Guests may attend the
Open House on Friday, April 17 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. to see where they are seated.
8. Proxy Bidding: If you are interested in placing a bid on a Grand Auction item, but you
will not be able to attend the Gala Dinner/Auction, see the Gala co-chairs for proxy
bidding information. All items purchased by proxy bid must be paid for by Monday,
April 20, 2020.
The Scotus Gala is presented by the Scotus Mothers and Shamrock Booster Club.
Scotus Central Catholic admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
~ 11 ~Silent & Super Silent
HOW TO BID
Step 1: Register
Register your phone number & credit card at www.qtego.net/qlink/scotuscc
Step 2: Start Bidding
~ 12 ~Grand Auction
1. The Grand Auction will follow dinner. Several items will be on display during the
evening outside of the Activity Center.
2. Each Grand Auction item is listed in the catalog and online at qtego.net/qlink/scotuscc.
The emcee will give a brief description of the item. Bidders can accept a bid called by
the auctioneer by raising their hand.
3. At the auctioneers “sold” call, title to the item will pass to the highest bidder.
Qtego is providing the auction services for the evening.
Thank you to our Qtego sponsors.
~ 13 ~Silent Auction Tables
All Tables Will Close Prior to
Split the Pot Drawing
100’s ..........................................Super Silent
200’s ................................Fun/Fitness/Sports
Craig & Kathy Enderlin, Shane & Tricia Wemhoff
300’s ..................................................Ladies’
Casey Bailey, Lisa Backman, Krista Beiermann
400’s ...................................Faith & Holiday
Ross & Emily Mach, Marc & Colleen Gilson, Jerry & Kim Svehla
500’s .............................................Children’s
Julie Blaser, Jane Dusel-Misfeldt, Carmen Johnson; Cathy Podliska
600’s ...................................Home & Garden
Lori Brabec, Amy Brandt; Tricia Faust; Christi Wiese
700’s ....................................................Men’s
Matt & Krystal Dinslage; Fred & Carrie Maguire
Items are listed on qtego.net/qlink/scotuscc
Bidding begins on April 6
~ 14 ~At the end of the Grand Auction, we will have the
Under the Big Top
Lottery
Drawings
Just prior to the Grand Auction,
winners will be chosen for the High Striker,
Split the Pot, Jewelry and Koozie Drawings.
~ 15 ~Grand Auction
901.) ONLY SCOTUS PARKING SPACE FOR SALE!
Be the high bidder and you will “own” this parking space next
to the Activity Center entrance during the day and evening all
through the 2020-21 school year! This space is perfect for the
family that has a student at Scotus who is also involved in after
school activities. You will receive a special tag to display in your
registered vehicles to show your exclusive access to the coveted
spot! No other parking spaces will be offered for sale for the
2020-21 school year!
Donated by: Scotus Central Catholic
902.) MAROON 5 CONCERT FOR 4
This pop band, led by singer and former judge of "The Voice"
Adam Levine, will rock Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln on
Thursday, August 6, 2020. This package is for four and you will
have great seats in Section 117, Row 8, seats 11-14. Touring with
Maroon 5 will be Meghan Trainor. Maroon 5’s 2002 debut album,
“Songs About Jane” went platinum in 2004. The 2020 North
American Tour was announced by the band shortly after their
release of the song, “Memories” in September of 2019.
Donated by: Pinnacle Bank
903.) WISCONSIN DELLS CONDO
This vacation for the whole family features nearly a week in the
Wisconsin Dells. You will enjoy a Monday, June 29 to Friday, July 3
four night stay in a Christmas Mountain Village townhome just five
miles from town. The area is close to major water and theme parks
Mt. Olympus and Noah’s Ark. The townhome offers 1,200 square
feet of living space and sleeps 6 with one king bed, one queen bed
and 1 sofa bed most comfortable for two children. Also included is
a full kitchen, 2 full baths and an in unit laundry.
Donated by: Dr. John & Kathe Beauvais and Don & Carol Seiler
~ 16 ~GRAND AUCTION
904.) 2020 U.S. OLYMPIC SWIM TRIALS FOR 2
Omaha hosts its fourth consecutive Olympic Swim Trials! A
packed house is anticipated as fans gather to watch the greatest
swimmers from across the country compete at this event –
the nation’s biggest domestic swimming competition. This
competition has the country’s greatest swimmers and sets the
stage for the 2020 Olympic Games. You will be entertained
within the swimming venue and the adjacent AquaZone, the
largest interactive swimming festival in the country. This package
includes two (2) tickets to both sessions on Sunday, June 21st
and a $100 gift card for dinner for two (2).
Donated by: Aon and Behlen Mfg. Co.
905.) CUSTOM SCOTUS SHOTGUN
Own this coveted custom designed Scotus 12-gauge Mossberg
model 535 ATS shotgun with your winning bid. New with box,
this gun features a 28” barrel and 3.5” chamber. Designed by
Keyes Custom Hydrographics.
Donated by: Owens Wealth Advisors, Tyson ‘99 and Dwain Owens,
KW ELITE Real Estate and Jasper Owens
906.) ROCK CLIMBING WITH MERLIN LAHM FOR 2
Learn about how to safely free climb rock formations and reach
your goal, the summit, with the aid of two personal and
experienced climbers. Merlin Lahm and Tom Dickey have more
than 50 combined years of climbing experience and they will
take two people on a climbing adventure they will never forget.
Merlin and Tom have taught climbing and rappelling to dozens
of individuals—including their cross-country teams. It’s off to
Hill City, SD where you will stay 3-4 nights (motel or primitive
camping.) Here you will learn basic climbing and rappelling
techniques and become acquainted with climbing gear. Test your
skills climbing just two miles west from Mt. Rushmore. Includes
meals, camping or lodging, transportation, and all the equipment
you’ll need to become a climber! Dates excluded: July 11-19.
Must be used by August 1, 2020.
Donated by: Merlin Lahm, Tom Dickey and Joe Dierks ‘96 & Northwestern Mutual
~ 17 ~GRAND AUCTION
907.) SEE BETTER AND LOOK GREAT!
Eye Physicians, PC will have you seeing better and
looking great with or without glasses! The successful
bidder for this item will receive a $1,000 gift certificate
which can be used toward the purchase of a
comprehensive eye exam, designer eye glasses with
any lens combination and a frame that we carry in our optical or contact lenses. The gift
certificate can also be used toward the purchase of Lasik Refractive Surgery. So the choice is
yours…with glasses or without glasses. With either choice we can help you! Gift certificate
expires on December 31, 2020 and is redeemable only at the Columbus location.
Donated by: Eye Physicians, P.C. ~ Peter E. Diedrichsen, MD, Andrew J. Baldwin, MD,
Richard P. Haney, OD, Kerry J. Krings, OD, Richard W. Meyer, OD, and
Jeffrey S. Saum, OD.
908.) UNO MAVERICK HOCKEY AT BAXTER ARENA
The buyer of this special package will receive 4 of the
hottest tickets in Omaha--to a home UNO Hockey
game during the 2020-2021 season. Also included are
two rooms for one night in an Aksarben Village hotel
and a $100 voucher for dinner for four.
Donated by: HDR, Inc.
909.) BEACH BOYS in LINCOLN for Four
Enjoy this outdoor concert featuring the Beach Boys and
special guest, America, on Sunday August 2, 2020
beginning at 7:00 pm in Lincoln’s Pinewood Bowl Theater.
You will have a great view of the stage in Pit C, Row 9, and
seats 4-7. Tickets are insured.
Donated by: Cory & Tricia Faust and the Edward Jones
Offices of Columbus
~ 18 ~GRAND AUCTION
910.) COLUMBUS TELEGRAM FULL-PAGE COLOR AD
Go BIG about your business, employees, products
or any message with a full-page, full-color ad in
the Columbus Telegram with one free pickup
option included. Rerun the same ad in one of the
following options: (A.) Columbus Area Choice –
Reach over 15,957 nonsubscriber households in Boone, Butler, Colfax, Nance, Merrick, Platte
and Polk Counties. Or (B.) David City Banner-Press and the Schuyler Sun – Reach subscribers
and community leaders in both these communities. Your print ad measures 6 columns
(9.899”) x 21”. Don’t worry, we’ll also provide the professional consultation to help design,
place and create your ad, ensuring you get the most out of this value before it expires on
December 31, 2020.
Donated by: Columbus Telegram and its sister papers
911.) NEBRASKA AT NORTHWESTERN FOR FOUR
Travel to the “Windy City” and cheer on our Huskers at their first
away game of the season as they take on Northwestern University
in Evanston this October 3, 2020. Package includes four game
tickets and two king bed deluxe rooms for two nights at the
luxurious The Drake, a Hilton Hotel located on the Magnificent
Mile in the prestigious Gold Coast Neighborhood of downtown
Chicago. Rooms are reserved for October 2 and 3, 2020. The hotel
is just a convenient 14 mile ride to Northwestern’s Ryan Field football stadium.
Donated by: Behlen Mfg. Co. and Friends of Scotus
912. CHEF’s TABLE FOR 12
A culinary experience will be provided by Chef Dylan Thompson
of Clean Slate Food Co. Chef Thompson will provide a multi-
course plated dinner with wine sommelier inspired wine pairings
included. Dinner will be curated around chef’s inspiration and
your preferences and any dietary allergies, working with
seasonality and local produce farmers. Dinner will be hosted by
Mike and Dr. Kim Allen in their home. Date will be decided upon
mutual agreement with auction winner, hosts and chef. Expiration
10/31/2020.
Donated by: Dylan Thompson ’10 ~ Clean Slate Food Co., Shelby Lumber and
Mike & Dr. Kim Allen
~ 19 ~GRAND AUCTION
913.) WASTE MANAGEMENT GOLF ADVENTURE
The Waste Management Phoenix Open is the “Largest and
Greatest Show on Grass” and provides one of the most
unique golf experiences you will ever have in a lifetime.
The course features giant stadiums built around the 16th,
17th, and 18th holes, creating an atmosphere unlike any
other golfing event in the world. The 2021 event runs from
February 4-7 and you will have four (4) general admission
tickets for each day, Wednesday through Sunday of the tournament. Also included in this
package is a seven night stay in a 1,300 square foot condo in the Scottsdale Links Resort—only
six blocks from the course! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo also offers an additional pull out
sleeper sofa in the living room, kitchen and patio. Your check in date is Tuesday, February 2,
2021 (4:00 pm) and check-out is on Tuesday, Feb 9, 2021 (10:00 am). Maximum occupancy is
eight. The resort fee is waived!
Donated By: Jane & Jake Jacobson and Columbus Family Practice
914.) LAKE TAHOE CONDO
Experience a summer or winter vacation of a lifetime at
Lake Tahoe's quaint ski town of Incline Village. You will
enjoy a three bedroom, two bath detached condo in the
heart of the Sierra Mountains. Only minutes from the lake
and one dozen world class ski resorts, there is never a lack
of outdoor activities. For 7 days and 6 nights, you will get
to enjoy the crystal blue waters of Lake Tahoe, multiple
fine dining restaurants, casinos, live music, golf, and world class skiing to name a few. Private
beach access during the summer months, gym access and tennis facilities are available as well.
Pair it with a trip to the San Francisco Bay Area or Napa Valley, as both are a short three hour
car ride away. Trip must be used within 12 months from date of purchase.
Donated by: Tim Fehringer ’00
915.) FENCE, DECK OR RAILING
Here is the chance to get the fence, deck or railing you’ve
always wanted or replace that old deck, but best of all you
don’t have to do the work! Let the professionals at NoSwett
Fencing & Decks design and custom build it all for you.
The package allows $1,000 to be used toward vinyl, wood,
ornamental iron or chain link fencing or vinyl or wood
decks and railings. We at FDC Publishing do not assume
any responsibility for an increase in neighbors wanting to
congregate in your backyard or on your new deck.
Donated by: NoSwett Fencing & Decks and
FDC Publishing “the phone book with the red cover”
~ 20 ~GRAND AUCTION
916.) DIAMOND BRACELET
This beautiful Ladies 14kt white and yellow
gold three strand chain with alternating bezel
set round diamonds is the perfect gift at
tonight’s Gala! The diamonds together are
1 carat total weight and the bracelet is
modeled by one of our Gala co-chair ladies.
Donated by: Grace Jewelry ~ Kim & Jed Gassen
917.) EXCLUSIVE HUSKER SUITE EXPERIENCE FOR FOUR
This package includes four tickets to the Nebraska-
Illinois football game on Saturday, October 10, 2020
in Lincoln. Your seats will be located in Suite 353
overlooking the 50 yard line of East Memorial
Stadium. Your suite will provide covered/heated
outdoor stadium seating as well as climate controlled
indoor seating with six big screen TVs and a private
bathroom. You and three guests will also enjoy a pre-
game tailgate starting two hours before game time in the popular parking lot 12, just outside
the doors of the east stadium. The tailgate includes a gathering under a shaded tent with
delicious food and beverages, and additional dining fare and non-alcoholic drinks will be
available during the game while you are enjoying the suite. Also included is a commemorative
game book and tickets to remember the amazing views and unique experience while cheering
on the Huskers!
Donated by: J. Joe Ricketts & the Ricketts Family
918.) GUIDED BASS FISHING AT LAKE MAC
Enjoy a full day (8 hrs.) of guided fishing for two with Dr.
Joe Citta ('00) on one of Nebraska's finest lakes, Lake
McConaughy. Joe will work to put you on fish in a fully
outfitted tournament bass boat. Fishing gear, light lunch
and snacks to be provided. Date to be arranged with Joe.
Best fishing dates are May through mid-June. Buyer will be
responsible to have a valid Nebraska Fishing License.
Donated by: Dr. Joe ‘00 & Amber Citta
~ 21 ~GRAND AUCTION
919.) ESPY AWARDS IN L.A.
The 28th annual ESPY awards are the academy awards of sports
and this is your opportunity to witness the awards ceremony, live
performances and see some of your favorite professional athletes
and sports celebrities. The event will be held at the Microsoft
Theater in Los Angeles on July 15, 2020. Package includes
2 middle loge tickets, a 3-night stay in a standard guest room in
hotel accommodations in L.A. and Winspire booking & concierge
services. Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance.
Airfare not included.
Donated by: Gene Steffy Ford, Chris & Cathy (Avery ’97) Hutchinson and Behlen Mfg. Co.
920.) SAY IT WITH ROSES & SIX MASSAGES
With the floral arrangement of your choice each month of the year,
you can delight the heart of a loved one, teacher or employee of the
month; add a splash of color to your home or church, or welcome
your customers in a warm way at the front desk. Choose from fresh
flowers, plants, silk arrangements or wreaths. All items will be
delivered to the location you choose if you provide two days’ notice.
Does not include FTD or wire out orders and must be used by March
2021. Also included are six – 30 minute massages by one of the
licensed massage therapists at Dynamic Life Therapy and Wellness.
Donated by: Hy-Vee Floral ~ Cyndi Jarecke, Manager; and Friends of Scotus
921.) PRAIRIE CLUB GOLF for FOUR
Deep in the heartland of America, on the rim of the Snake
River Canyon, near Valentine, Nebraska, is The Prairie
Club, a place that rivals more famous golfing destinations
and attracts devout believers in the game. Played as it lies,
this uniquely American terrain has been so gently seeded,
each hole so naturally revealed, it is as if the Divine Hand
wore a golf glove: unimaginable beauty, heightened senses, and a focus on leaving well enough
alone. So come experience what may be the world’s most undisturbed holes of golf. Package
includes two days of unlimited golf with carts and one night of lodging in double rooms for
four (4) people plus breakfast buffet the following morning. Valid Sunday-Wednesday nights
only. Thursday, Friday and Saturday may be available at an additional charge.
Certificate expires October 2020.
Donated by: First National Bank
~ 22 ~GRAND AUCTION
922.) LAS VEGAS NFR & CIRQUE du SOLEIL TICKETS for FOUR
Attend the National Finals Rodeo one night, enjoy a Cirque du
Soleil show a second night and have one evening free during
this 4-day, 3-night trip to fabulous Las Vegas between Thursday,
December 3 – Sunday, December 6, 2020. This trip includes four
(4) tickets to both events and hotel accommodations of two Grand
King rooms with strip views for three nights at the MGM Grand
Hotel & Casino. You also will receive $200 cash to use for personal
expenditures. And a $1,000 air fare voucher completes this extravagant package that promises
the adventure, entertainment, excitement and lifetime memories only Vegas can provide.
Donated by: Luke Fendrick ’96, Lauri Sampson and John ’96 & Tara Obrist
923.) TWO NEBRASKA SEASON FOOTBALL TICKETS
For the true Husker fan!! This is your opportunity to buy two (2)
Nebraska football season tickets for the 2020 season, located in the
west stadium, between the 40-yard lines and up only about 8-10
rows from the field. These seats are in a donation level section of
the stadium! The tickets are made available through the generosity
of University of Nebraska Regent Jim Pillen. Go Huskers!
Donated by: Jim & Suzanne Pillen
924.) LADIES WEEKEND DASH TO CHICAGO
Ladies, get ready to enjoy a weekend dash to Chicago
for 4. You pick the weekend. Your accommodations
include an airline voucher for $800, two rooms for two
nights at a hotel on or near the Magnificent Mile. Enjoy
a $400 gift card to dine at Chicago Cut, which is
perched over the Chicago River and selected as the #1
Steakhouse in Chicago. Unwind at the Elizabeth Arden
Red Door Spa, where each lady can custom create her spa experience using their $200 gift
certificate toward a massage, facial, manicure, pedicure or combination of these.
(Please note that advanced reservations are necessary).
Donated by: Pillen Family Farms
~ 23 ~GRAND AUCTION
925.) ADVERTISE WITH 250 RADIO COMMERCIALS!
Cash in on Nebraska’s largest listening area and the area’s #1
stations! Alpha Media is happy to offer fifty (50) - 30 second
commercials on each of our 5 radio stations (250 total), KZ-100,
KLIR 101, 93.5 The Hawk, 900 KJSK and 1510 KTTT. These
commercials may be scheduled from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
and they must be used by 4/30/2021. This cannot be used in
conjunction with an existing advertising agreement. Other
restrictions may apply.
Donated by: Alpha Media
926.) LINKS AND SPA GETAWAY IN LINCOLN for 4 COUPLES
You deserve this special getaway package for four
couples in Lincoln! While the guys unwind with a
round of golf at Firethorn and a second round the
following day at the Lincoln Country Club, the ladies
will let all of their cares melt away with a relaxing
half day at Tranquility Salon & Spa followed by lunch
at the restaurant of their choice. Package also includes a
$100 meal voucher and four rooms for one night at
Embassy Suites, Lincoln.
Excludes Husker home football weekends.
Donated by: Dr. Ryan ’00 & Jami Tarnick and Matt ’86 & Malini Jilek, and Lutz ~
Mark ’81 & Johna (Konwinski) ’81 Duren
927.) COLLEGE WORLD SERIES FOR FOUR (4)
Put on your baseball hats and plan to head to Omaha
in June. The College World Series will be back at the
TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Behlen Mfg. Co. will be
offering a package which includes four (4) tickets to
the Championship One game and two (2) hotel
rooms on Monday, June 22nd, 2020. This package
promises loads of fun and excitement!
Donated by: Behlen Mfg. Co.
~ 24 ~GRAND AUCTION
928.) LINKS GOLF & SPA for FOUR AT DISMAL RIVER
Near Mullen, NE, the Dismal River Golf Club is “like
stepping back in time and seeing what the dunes of
Northeast Scotland must have looked like hundreds
of years ago,” commented Jack Nicklaus, the course
designer of Dismal’s signature 7,800 yard, 18-hole
course featuring links golf in its purest form: rugged,
windblown, hard and fast. The perfect A-1/A-4 bentgrass greens have some interesting contours,
some of which were tweaked by Nicklaus after construction and there’s even a bunker in the
middle of one green. The 7,000 yard 18-hole Doak Course at Dismal River will also provide a
special and unique experience for the golfer. The front nine is in the Sandhills and the back nine
plays along and near a valley with more lush vegetation and the backdrop of Big and Little
Horseshoe, two uniquely shaped hills that define this course. An 18,000 square foot clubhouse
offers a saloon lounge, card room, pool tables and wine room. First-class accommodations are
available in cabins located on site, offering both rustic charm and sensational views. This all-
inclusive package includes as many rounds of golf, which four golfers can play in one day, one
night of lodging for four, spa, food and beverages. Must be used in 2020.
Donated by: Jeff Schumacher ‘75
929.) PELOTON BIKE & MEMBERSHIP
Unlock the benefits of the Peloton experience when you are the high
bidder of this bike. Package includes 12 months of membership,
delivery and set up by a Peloton professional in your home. Discover an
immersive cardio experience that will keep you coming back for more.
A quiet, near-silent belt drive and compact size allows the 4’ x 2’ Peloton
Bike to fit into any space in your home. Show up and ride to your best
with live encouragement from top instructors. See your progress from
every class including heart rate, resistance, cadence and output.
Commit to a fitness-focused goal and earn badges for completion.
Donated by: Joe & Bobbi Fehringer and Rick & Julie (Schieffer ’81) Haney
930.) AQUA-CLEAR DRINKING WATER SYSTEM
Culligan offers a state-of-the-art “Reverse Osmosis’ Drinking Water
System for your home or business. Culligan’s Aqua-Clear system
provides great tasting water and removes contaminants and
impurities from your drinking water. The unit carries a lifetime
warranty (excluding filters) and is capable of supplying water to
more than one tap. The unit can be installed under a sink or in the
basement area and installation is included. The system is an
economical alternative (Green Solution) to bottled water and allows
for each of its four filters to be changed by the homeowner.
Donated by: Culligan Water of Columbus
~ 25 ~GRAND AUCTION
931.) “LION KING” for FOUR & DINNER
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire
Serengeti comes to life as never before. This is Disney’s
THE LION KING, making its triumphant return to the
Orpheum Theater! You will be in the Orchestra Section,
Row F, and seats 107-110 for the 2:00 pm matinee on
Saturday May 2. You will have a wonderful close-up view
of the action on stage! And following the performance
enjoy a superb dining experience with your $400 voucher
at the Flatiron Café located at 17th and Howard in the
historic flatiron building near the Old Market.
Donated by: Dr. Milton & Kathy Zadina, Columbus Family Practice & Flatiron Café
932.) MOUNTAIN THUNDER LODGE IN BRECKENRIDGE
Enjoy five days and four nights lodging for up to four adults
and two children at Mountain Thunder Lodge, a luxurious
and elegant all-condominium-suite-retreat ideally located in
a quiet forest right in the heart of Breckenridge, CO.
Featuring a distinct stone-and-timber design, stylish alpine
décor and superb amenities including state-of–the-art
exercise facilities, outdoor pool and hot tubs, ski lockers,
complimentary shuttle service and in-room high-speed
internet access. Dates subject to availability. Certificate for
Unit 1203 is good through December 1, 2020.
Donated by: Optometric Center of Columbus - Matthew Dinslage, O.D. & Krystal Dinslage
933.) NCAA VOLLEYBALL FINAL FOUR
You and three guests will have the amazing opportunity to view the
NCAA Division 1 Women’s Volleyball Championship Match on
Saturday, December 19, 2020 at the CHI Health Center, Omaha.
Your tickets are in the lower bowl, Section 118, Row BB, Seats 1-4
and let’s hope you will be watching the Huskers battle for another
national championship!
Donated by: Jeff & Deb Ohnoutka
~ 26 ~GRAND AUCTION
934.) NASHVILLE EXPERIENCE FOR 2 COUPLES
Located in the heart of "Music City," the Drury Plaza
Hotel Nashville Downtown is perfect whether traveling
for business or leisure. Guests enjoy free hot breakfast,
free snacks and cold beverages at the 5:30 Kickback®
and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Local attractions
like the Bridgestone Arena, Country Music Hall of Fame
and Ryman Auditorium are minutes away. The package will include the roundtrip flights on the
specific dates the buyer chooses, four days and 3 night hotel stay at the Drury, arriving
Wednesday and leaving late on Saturday. Booking should be made by May 15. Blackout dates
apply (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years and Spring Break) and buyer may be responsible
for bookings made during seasonal higher periods including summer and Memorial Day
weekend thru August or any additions to the package.
Donated by: Bank of the Valley, Foreman Lumber & Construction ~ Craig Foreman ’92 &
Ben Foreman ’00 and Columbus Tour & Travel.
935.) RYDER CUP FOR TWO
Watch the US win the Ryder Cup back on their home turf in an
exciting head to head show down with the Europeans. Winning
bidder will enjoy 2 passes for Saturday, September 26 and for
Sunday, September 27 to the 2020 Ryder Cup Competition at
Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wisconsin. Package also includes a
$1,300 voucher for hotel and travel expenses.
Donated by: Chris ’96 & Heather Langan
936.) ELKS COUNTRY CLUB FAMILY MEMBERSHIP
Your family will enjoy golf, swimming and socializing at the Columbus
Elks Country Club through this Family Membership. This package
includes the annual country club dues, but not the required annual Elks
dues or the monthly minimum. The membership is good for the year
beginning April of 2020 through March 31, 2021 and the membership is
only available for a new golfing member who has never been an Elk’s
golfing member in the past.
Donated by: Elks Country Club and Schumacher, Smejkal, Brockhaus, & Herley, PC
~ 27 ~GRAND AUCTION
937.) VINEYARD TOUR AND MEAL FOR 5 COUPLES
This chauffeured trip package will take five couples to the
Prairie Creek Vineyard in Central City. Once there, you
will enjoy a brief tour and wine tasting at the vineyard and
then you’re off to town for a delectable meal and more of
their highly regarded wines in the ambient atmosphere of
the vineyard’s restaurant. Package includes a generous $400 meal voucher (which might also
provide a bottle or two of vino to take home) and your party bus transportation to and from
Central City provided by our friends at PapaG’s Entertainment. Note: it’s best to visit the
vineyard before the August harvest and you might want to avoid Saturdays during wedding
season because the bus is booked heavily on those days.
Donated by: Mead Lumber, PapaG’s Bus Rental ~ Jason Gaver, and Prairie Creek Vineyard
938.) JOHN DEERE LAWN TRACTOR
You and your yard need this 100 Series E110 tractor with a
42” Edge Mower Deck stamped out of high grade steel with a
rounded design to help cut grass travel easily through the deck
and supporting even dispersal for a quality cut. 13 cut height
positions, 1”-4”. Features a 19 HP engine, hydrostatic 2-wheel
drive, easy deck lift lever, wide and comfortable operator station
and a powerful 12 V battery to help with starts, even after lengthy
storage. Bagging system not included.
Donated by: Dakota MAC Ag Financing, Buss Realty and Auction & Luckey Land Appraisals,
Lakefront Sprinklers and American Family Insurance - Burgess & Associates
939.) JET BOAT TOUR on the LOUP RIVER
Take in the scenery of the Loup River from the comfort of a
Hewescraft River Jet Boat. The tour will begin in Columbus
and travel west. Guests will have the choice of seeing the
river and traveling as far as Genoa, touring closer to
Columbus and enjoying some family time on a sandbar or
even doing some catfishing. The package includes a five-
hour jet boat river tour for up to four people with one meal
prepared on the river. We recommend scheduling the tour
during May or June.
Donated by: Heine Marine, John & Jamie (Tooley '06) Heine
~ 28 ~GRAND AUCTION
940.) WRIGLEY ROOFTOP EXPERIENCE
Take part in a Wrigley Field tradition that goes back to the first
Opening Day in 1914 by watching baseball from a nearby
rooftop. Kick back and enjoy the game with fantastic ballpark
food and ice cold beverages! Don't pass up your opportunity to
experience a Chicago Cubs game from one of the official rooftop
partners across the street from Wrigley Field! One of the most
unique, fun and entertaining tickets in all of sports. A must do
for any baseball fan! Includes rooftop bleachers & dining package at a regular season Chicago Cubs
game, 3-Night Stay in a standard Fairmont room at the Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park, daily
breakfast for 2, roundtrip coach class airfare for 2 and Winspire booking & concierge service.
Donated by: Columbus Physical Therapy, Choice Transport ~ Guy & Heidi Loop and
Jack Pekny & Associates
941.) GUNSHOOT WITH LIEUTENANT TOOLEY
If you’ve always wanted to know what it’s like to fire a pistol, rifle
and a shotgun, this is an opportunity you can’t miss! Jane Tooley,
Shamrock graduate, retired Lieutenant of the Nebraska State Patrol
and 36-year veteran of law enforcement, will introduce
four couples or 8 individuals to a variety of firearms and test your
marksmanship on a firing range. Besides stationary targets you
will also have a chance to shoot trap—all on the property of Boyd
& Kate Jones, nestled up in the bluffs just nine miles south of
Columbus. Meal also included and since Lieutenant Tooley has
never been at a loss for words, you will likely get to hear some
great stories around the fire to complete your experience.
Donated by: Jane Tooley ’63, Terry Hash and Boyd & Kate Jones
942.) TRAEGER BRONSON 20 GRILL & ONE-FOURTH BEEF
Cook your best cuts of one-half of a beef (a quarter beef) on the all new
Bronson 20 pellet grill-- a wood-fired assault grill that’s built to champion
cooking outdoors everywhere adventure lies. And your beef--fed to
maturity in the feed yards of Shamrock alumnus Norm Witt ’72 includes
a combination of front and back cuts that you choose. From your urban
patio to your favorite lakeside fishing hole, the broad sawhorse chassis
provides stability and the solid all terrain wheels make transporting it over
rocks and through dirt simple. The LED Digital Elite Controller display
shows the internal grill temperature and has precision temperature
settings. With no open flame and a 300 sq. inch grilling area, it’s HOA
approved--tuck it in on your condo patio and grill out every night.
Donated by: Frontier Coop & Norm Witt ’72 Feed Yards
~ 29 ~GRAND AUCTION
943.) CAMPUS MINISTRY PROGRAM
This year we are asking for your help for a very important project here at Scotus Central
Catholic. As a school, we want to make sure we provide our students and staff with a vibrant
program in faith formation. Starting in the 2020-21 school year we will make history by hiring
our first campus minister who is a lay person. We are asking for your help in providing much
needed funding for the following items in regard to that position. The money raised tonight
will help pay for salary expenses for this position as well as provide funding for programs for
faith development for not only our students but also our faculty. We also want to update some
of the furnishings in our chapel. This is a great cause and is truly going toward the
evangelization work of our school.
Sponsorship Levels:
Cornerstone Full Share $5,000
Builder Half Share $2,500
Benefactor Quarter Share $1,250
Patron Tenth Share $ 500
Shamrock Support Share $ 100
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Lottery
Drawings
~ 31 ~2020 Gala Committee Members
CO-CHAIRS VICE-CHAIRS
Dan & Jill Clarey Tim & LeAnn Parker
Mike & Nicole Fleming Bobby & Rachel Pensick
Joe & Shelly Steffensmeier Joe & Amy Wemhoff
Assistants: Taylor Dahl, Brett & Angie Rusher
Decorations: Bryan & Lisa Ternus, Dale & Jill Zaruba
Meal: Husker House & Staff
Dining Room: Doug & Sandi Demuth, Jeff & Mary Hall, Dona Kudron, Kelli Thomazin
Kitchen Help: Gerry & Kathy Engelbert, Sunny Lancaster, Laurie Hergott
Refreshments: Keith & Moni Albracht, Jason & Christy Avery,
Kurt & Sandy Hall, Shane & Amy Kelly
Grand Auction: Mike Allen, Matt Niedbalski, Barb Pensick,
Brock Pillen, Sarah Pillen, Janice Rosenquist, John Schueth
Reservations/Seating: Megan Kelly, Dan Rosenquist, Neal & Jo Suess
Koozie Sellers: Travis & Tami Weber, Joel & Mary Young
Campus Ministry Sponsorship: Chris & Janell Mustard
Come One, Come All Drawing: Roger & Jill Krienke, Rick & Jacquie Smith
Jewelry Box Sellers: Dr. Dale & Jill Zaruba, Gala Committee
UNDER THE BIG TOP Lottery: Gala Committee
Wine Sellers: Aaron & Shannon Kosch, Randy & Barb Leu, Rich & Kati Odbert
Registration: Pat & Barb Brockhaus, Tom & Tami Williams and Qtego Staff
Silent Auction Security: Kent & Beth Carstens,
Doug & Amy Sokol, Jeff & Deb Svehla, Kyle Svehla
Set-Up/Security/Clean-Up: Scotus Custodial Staff/Joe Schoenfelder,
Rob Daniels, Kevin Jedlicka
(Due to printing deadlines, we may have omitted your name. Please accept our apologies.)
~ 32 ~Circus Fans of Scotus
We thank the following individuals and businesses for their
cash donations to help underwrite Gala expenses:
Mike & Dr. Kim Allen
Becton Dickinson Medical Company
Dave & Norma Duren
Carroll Ebner
Mark & Jeanette Gearhart
Tom & Danelle Kratochvil
Mrs. Henry Jack Sokol
John & Mary Sonderman
Neal & Jo Suess
Leo Thiele
Bob & Lee White
An Extra Special Thank you
We wish to give thanks to Mark & Theresa Ingram and Brandi Warner of
Performance Printing, for the extraordinary contributions they make to the Gala.
Their donations of time, material and expertise are
commendable and worthy of our recognition.
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”
(Matthew 6:21)
~ 33 ~Special Thank You’s
Ace Sanitation Service, Inc.
Alpha Media
Andy Bierman
Mike & Nicole Fleming
FLEXcon
Foreman Audio Video
Goc’s Photography
Godfather’s Pizza ~ Bob Kuta & Staff
Terry & Annette Hash
Husker House
Hy-Vee
J. Patrick’s Formal Wear
Mark Lindhorst
Joe Marksmeier
Billy Merrill
Don Mroczek
Qtego
Scotus Cafeteria Staff
Scotus Custodial Staff
Scotus Students, Faculty & Staff
A BIG thank you to the silent auction workers, registration couples,
High Striker, Split the Pot, jewelry box, koozie & wine sellers,
bartenders, kitchen and dining room helpers!
THANK YOU to Travis Bock and Rick Grubaugh
for conducting our auction this evening.
Thanks to K.C. Belitz for being this evening’s emcee.
We appreciate everyone’s effort in this fundraiser and sincerely hope that you will
forgive us if your name was not mentioned. We are sorry if we missed you.
We are grateful for your attendance and generosity to
Scotus Central Catholic and Gala 2020.
~ 34 ~Past Chairpersons
1982 1993 2002
Mr. & Mrs. Dan Riley Mr. & Mrs. Larry Sleddens Mr. & Mrs. Eldon Engel
1983
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Stachura Mr. & Mrs. Bill Flint
Mr. & Mrs. Larry Zach Dr. & Mrs. Rick Haney
1994
Mr. Jim Scow Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Jarecke
2003
Mr. Frank Spenceri
1984
Mr. & Mrs. Larry Fritz
Mr. & Mrs. Don Mroczek Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Johnson
1995
Mr. Jim Scow Mr. & Mrs. Dan Keiter
Mr. Frank Spenceri Mr. & Mrs. Bob Soulliere
1985 2004
Mr. & Mrs. Rick Grubaugh
Mr. & Mrs. Tony Raimondo
Mr. & Mrs. Don Heimes Mr. & Mrs. Bob White Mr. & Mrs. Mark Klimes
1996
Mr. & Mrs. Bob Labenz Mr. & Mrs. Phil Raimondo
1986 Mr. & Mrs. Neil Schumacher
2005
Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Ebner
Mr. & Mrs. Arnie Haider Dr. & Mrs. Jay Trofholz
Mr. & Mrs. Jack Hain Mr. & Mrs. Bob Wick Mr. & Mrs. Dale Dolezal
1987 1997
Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Rosenquist
Mr. & Mrs. John Codling Mr. & Mrs. Neal Suess
2006
Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Johnson
Mr. & Mrs. Mike Maguire Mr. & Mrs. Tom Maul
1988 Mr. & Mrs. Tim Michaelsen Dr. & Mrs. John Beauvais
1998
Mr. & Mrs. Denny Bargen Mr. & Mrs. Mark Benesch
Mr. & Mrs. Todd Duren
Mr. & Mrs. Ron Pinger
2007
Mr. & Mrs. David Janky
1989
Mr. & Mrs. Dan Koch
Mr. & Mrs. Larry O’Neill Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Gokie
Mr. & Mrs. Gary Bock
1999
Mr. & Mrs. Tim Harrington
Mr. & Mrs. Gary Jones
Mr. & Mrs. Pat Novicki
1990
2008
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Ames
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Feldhaus
Mr. & Mrs. Rick Grubaugh
Mr. & Mrs. Gus Krajicek Mr. & Mrs. Rey Jarecki
Mr. & Mrs. Jack Nosal
2000
Dr. & Mrs. Rex Kumpf
1991 Mr. & Mrs. Tim Schacher
2009
Mr. & Mrs. Royce Balak
Mr. & Mrs. Steve Fremarek
Dr. & Mrs. Tom Connolly
Dr. & Mrs. Randy Hinze
Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Peetz Mr. & Mrs. Bob Niedbalski
1992
2001
Mr. & Mrs. Randy Schaecher
Mr. & Mrs. Tom Bertsch Mr. & Mrs. Tom Zabawa
Mr. & Mrs. Lee Hroza
Mr. & Mrs. Tim Cumberland
Mr. & Mrs. Jay Marxsen
Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Miller
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~ 35 ~2010 2014 2018
Mr. & Mrs. Lowell Jepsen Mr. & Mrs. Ryan Kudron Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Bridger
Mr. & Mrs. Randy Perault Mr. & Mrs. John Thomazin Mr. & Mrs. Chris Hutchinson
Mr. & Mrs. Steve Zach Mr. & Mrs. Joe Wieser Mr. & Mrs. Bill Ruskamp
2011 2015 2019
Mr. & Mrs. Marc Beller Dr. Kim & Mike Allen Mr. & Mrs. Mark Lindhorst
Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Hall Mr. & Mrs. Tom Alt Mr. & Mrs. Scott Schaecher
Mr. & Mrs. Keith Kaslon Mr. & Mrs. Ron Starzec Mr. & Mrs. Mark Schumacher
2012
Mr. & Mrs. Rick Zoucha
Mr. & Mrs. John Sonderman 2016
Mr. & Mrs. Rich Odbert Mr. & Mrs. Joe Chohon
Mr. & Mrs. Rod Zarek Mr. & Mrs. Chuck Sliva
2013
Dr. & Mrs. Dale Zaruba
Mr. & Mrs. Mike Kosch 2017
Mr. & Mrs. Tom Kratochvil Mr. & Mrs. Craig Enderlin
Mr. & Mrs. Jason Mielak Mr. & Mrs. Aaron Kosch
Mr. & Mrs. Bryan Ternus
~ 36 ~From the 2021 Gala Committee
Welcome to Scotus Gala 2020 “Under the Big Top.” This year’s fundraiser once again will
prove to be successful only because of you our guests and wonderful supporters of Catholic
education. For this, we thank you and are continually grateful. Scotus is known for its rich
tradition of deep faith and outstanding education. We are so proud and hope to pass this on
for years to come.
To our current Gala chairs, we want to say thank you for your guidance and leadership
through this process and getting us here “Under the Big Top!” It has been a joy to work with
each and every one of you, and we appreciate you asking and trusting us to work alongside
you. A much-deserved thank you belongs to John and Janice for your hard work and continued
dedication to Scotus. You are the behind the scenes “duo” and are not appreciated enough!
May God Bless both of you! We also want to send out a very special thank you to our donors,
sponsors, volunteers and committee members.
Lastly, we are honored to vice-chair this special event here at Scotus. We are especially
grateful to our dear Lord for His guidance in the planning and success of this year’s Gala.
May He bless you and watch over you all.
The Gala Committee of 2021
Left to right: Bobby & Rachel Pensick, Tim & LeAnn Parker and Joe & Amy Wemhoff
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