Personal AppearancesBruce Greenwood participated in the 4th annual Malibu Golf Classic in the summer of 2001. The event was held at The Malibu Country Club and sponsored by Women in Film. Other celebrities included Martin Sheen, Betty Thomas, Liz Torres, Eileen Davidson, Lisa Vidal, Elizabeth Pena, Edward James Olmos, Max Gail, Dick and Vince Van Patten, Peter Cetera, Ray Parker, Jr., Paul Satenstein, Berry Gordy and good buddy Don Felder. The event was well covered in Reel News and their account follows:
A record crowd of celebrants gathered July 14th at the Malibu Country Club for the 4th Annual Women In Film Malibu Celebrity Golf Classic orchestrated by Event Chair and WIF Vice President, Candace Bowen.
Prior to the 1:15 shotgun start, participants were treated to a Malibu "green carpet" welcome, where they received their goody bags stuffed with golf treasures and dined on In 'n Out burgers. The annual putting contest was hotly contested, but Lisa Sutton stoked her stroke and strutted off the green a winner!
Before the first thwack (!) of the day, celebrated artist Al Harper presented Honorary Chair, Martin Sheen, with a personal portrait. After delivering his state of the tournament address to he appreciative gathering, Sheen teed off the event with a straight, long drive of presidential proportions.
Joining Sheen on the links were: Betty Thomas, Liz Torres, Eileen Davidson, Lisa Vidal, Elizabeth Pena, Edward James Olmos, Bruce Greenwood, Max Gail, Dick and Vince Van Patten, Peter Cetera, Don Felder, Ray Parker, Jr., Paul Satenstein, Berry Gordy, and many other WIF supporters.
A heartfelt thanks goes out to the countless sponsors who are crucial in providing financial support for our annual golf classic, and making it the winning, summertime, social fund raiser it has become, in the span of only four years.
Starz! Encore Group and Charter Communications hooked up Women In Film with tremendous support, and Kodak continued its generous involvement with our organization. Barron Golf Shoes gave one fortunate player a $600.00 customized pair of golf shoes, and Jackson Limousine of Los Angeles timely delivered our prez in style and comfort, courtesy of the fine folks at Pat Tobin and Associates. Many thanks also to Whoopi Goldberg for her benevolent sponsorship.
Potential hole-in-one winners were lured by a Mercedes Benz and Jaguar from Penske Motorcars and a sporty BMW from Beverly Hills BMW. There were a few close calls, but everyone ultimately drove home in what brought 'em. Maybe next year!
Hole number one proved to be a tasty, canopied oasis with culinary delights from Cooke's Family Market, all washed down with various wines including Francis Ford Coppola's delightful white wine, Sophia. There was plenty of action at hole number ten, where Jacqueline and Bill of Ashley Productions and Daniela Evangelista of Fox's "Edgemont" helped refresh thirsty golfers. Sweet swingers and duffers alike were treated to soothing massages, courtesy of Candace Combs and Corey Katz of in-Symmetry - even Arnie never had it this good!
The fun times certainly didn't end after eighteen holes of golf, not by a long shot. At the end of the day, guests and golfers cooled down with vodka martinis provided by the imports of Rodnick Genuine Vodka, now based in Malibu. Kathy Bee set the musical mood for the evening with her enchanting mix of standards and toe-tapping favorites. After the marvelous meal, it was time to dish out the awards. Hurrah to Betty Thomas for "directing" her foursome to the number one spot. Her winning teammates were Lisa Sutton, Amy Lafayette, and Stephanie Faracy. Congratulations to the winning men's team: Dr. Allen Pfeiffer, Stephen Kakyian, Gene Block, and Harold McQuinn.
The second place men's team included: Michael Hogan, Jonathan Elias, Doug Campbell, and Mike Rego. The third place winners were; David Allen, Mike Senn, Tom Winnegar, and Bruce Kalish, son of WIF Foundation member and past president, Irma Kalish.
After the awards presentation, the raffle and auctions began. Alan Klevit served as the maestro of the mic and the wielder of the gavel. Chances are, if you bought a string of raffle tickets, you left with some goods - nobody leaves this event empty handed!
Throughout the day, bids were being accepted for the silent auction. Gallery of Dreams provided an astounding array of stars and sports memorabilia, including Shaq and Iverson jerseys, a basketball signed by the world champion Lakers, an autographed guitar from U2, and an Eagles' When Hell Freezes Over Tour leather jacket, courtesy of guitar man extraordinaire, Don Felder. Participants could also bid on their dream destinations, such as a four-day trip to Scotland, some big time in the Big Apple, or a trip to a Maui Lani resort in Hawaii.
The live auction was the final event of the day, and the bidding got fast and furious. A beautiful custom designed WIF Walden surfboard fetched $500, and a pair of Emmy Awards tickets were sold for $1, 200. Dick Van Patten got in the act and auctioned off a tennis racket and a private tennis lesson with his son Vincent.
The whole day was captured on film by Paul Lester and Faye Sadou who immortalized the many memorable moments.
Candace Bowen would like to personally thank her event committee staff: Marji McGinty, Jeanette Scovill, and Faye Sadou for their tireless efforts. And a special thanks to the volunteers who donated their time and effort. Many thanks for a job well done to Howard Ferguson, Peter Scovill, Lynne Weaver, Jennifer Beeman, Donna Schubert, and Holly Hankinson.
This was indeed a very special Saturday, and will forever be etched into the memories of all the people lucky enough to be part of it all. It is all about the golf. It is all about Women In Film. It is all about Malibu. For one day each year, they all come together to celebrate the finer aspects of the arts. Hope to see you next year!
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