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Lunch will be from 11-3 January 13, 2014 at the Artichoke Cafe in Albuquerque

Bid for a seat for yourself or as a gift for someone you know who should be there! This is perfect for anyone interested in what is at stake for women in the current political landscape and how to best engage.

Martha will host a lunch with six lucky bidders gathering for a spectacular 3 course meal from Artichoke Cafe, while discussing what is at stake for women locally and nationally just before the NM legislative session. She will also give you a signed copy of her book, Your Voice, Your Vote at the lunch.

The proposed menu is this:

Pear Bleu Cheese or Caesar salad
Choice of Crepe of the day, Steak Frites or Cobb Salad
Choice of mini creme brule or Flourless chocolate tort

Martha Burk is a political psychologist and women's issues expert who is co-founder of the Center for Advancement of Public Policy, a research and policy analysis organization in Washington, D.C. She is currently Director of the Corporate Accountability Project for the National Council of Women’s Organizations (NCWO). She also serves as the Money Editor for Ms. Magazine, and she is host of the public radio show Equal Time. She holds a Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Texas at Arlington. Her background includes experience as a university research director, management professor, and advisor to political campaigns and organizations. Her latest book Your Voice, Your Vote: The Savvy Woman's Guide to Power, Politics, and the Change We Need (March 2012) is a Ms. magazine book selection.

Dr. Burk has long been active in public debate and political analysis. She has provided briefing papers for presidential candidates, including Bill Bradley, Wesley Clark, Howard Dean, and Bill Richardson, and has worked closely with members of the United States Congress on issues of importance to women.

Tucked in Albuquerque’s historic downtown EDO neighborhood, the Artichoke Cafe has developed a reputation for great food and a commitment to our community and city.  It is a sensibility that translates into a warm and robust menu and an extraordinary dining experience.

The Artichoke Café menu is the result of a collaboration between Executive Chef Pat Keene and chefs de cuisine Christina Martinez and Casey Bower.  Chef Keene's French and Italian culinary training and Christina and Casey's use of innovative ingredients and techniques fuse to offer guests a contemporary twist on classic dishes. They agree that all great food starts with the freshest, finest, and, when possible, locally grown, ingredients.

This is a lunch date not to be missed! Mark your calendar and start bidding!

Item Special Note

Terms For Pickup or Delivery of Items:

• The winner of each auction lot will receive an e-mail following the completion of the auction on November 21, 2013.

• Winning bidders are asked to respond to this e-mail and must do so by 12 p.m. MDT, November 22, to confirm their winning bid on the item(s) in the auction lot.

• The winners of each auction have the option of picking up their item(s) at designated pickup locations in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Details on these pickup locations will be communicated to winning bidders.

• Winning bidders also have the option of having their item(s) shipped to them at additional cost. Gift certificates can be mailed for a flat shipping and handling fee of $5. Any other item type can be shipped to the winning bidder at actual shipping cost, including insurance, for that particular item.