The VIP reception begins at 6 p.m, and general admission begins at 6:30 p.m. with an open bar and catered appetizers. The evening’s gaming activities will include blackjack, craps and roulette tables, all run by a professional casino company. A silent auction highlights the event, and past auction items have included plane tickets, vacation destinations, luxury accommodations, fine art, tickets to cultural and sporting events, and gift certificates. This year, The Center is proud to honor Denise Maes, General Counsel for the White House Office of Administration. Past honorees have included Gov. Bill Ritter, Denver District Attorney Mitch Morrissey and State Senators Pat Steadman and Jennifer Veiga. Thank you to our 2010 Host Committee! Senator Pat Steadman Rep. Mark Ferrandino Mindy Barton Michael Brewer William Haas III Alyssa Kopf Carlos Martinez Morris Price Fred Sainz