Canadian Museum of Rail Travel

	Example of the 2005 Gala Dinner *The 2006 Gala dinner will be updated when menu is complete* Gala Christmas Dinner & Brunch
	in the Royal Alexandra Hall of the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel, Cranbrook, BC Dinner Saturday November 26, 2005 — and /or — Brunch Sunday, November 27, 2005 START THE CHRISTMAS SEASON with fine heritage dining and entertainment in the architecturally-stunning and acoustically-superb Royal Alexandra Hall. This will be the first year that the Gala will be held in the restored centrepiece of the new museum site and facilities. After many successful gala dinners from 1983 to 2001 held in the dining car "Argyle" at the former museum site, the museum relocated in 2002, and the new site and facilities were not able to be prepared for a dinner until this year. From a former maximum of 36 in the dining car, we are now able to seat 176 in the Hall at tabled of 8, while also leaving room for the magnificent 1864 Concert Grand Piano, which will be part of the evening, and ‘songbird’ Lorraine Butler. Groups may want to book a table, and businesses may want to book for their staff. Or, you may want to give gift to someone, or yourself. We have included a ticket booking form for your convenience. Your ticket purchase also helps to raise funds for the Museum, which is a registered Canadian Charity. A charitable tax deductible receipt is issued with each dinner ticket.
	Saturday Evening Gala Dinner Schedule Royal Alexandra Hall Catered by Heidi’s Restaurant 250-426-7922 Heidi’s has had extensive experience in catering the many events at the Royal Alexandra Hal since it opened in April, 2004 6:30 pm Pre-Dinner Reception A traditional social time in the Palm Court and Reception Hall, accompanied by music to begin your evening in the grace and style of the period of 1906. Course #1 - Savoury Canapés (served at 6:20 pm) Glass of Champagne 7:30 pm Dinner Served in the Royal Alexandra Hall and intermingled with professional entertainment throughout this "Edwardian Christmas Evening". The catering staff will be assisted by museum volunteers dressed in period evening gowns. Seating is at tables for 8 on a first-come first-serve basis, so early bookings are recommended, particularly for groups. Part of this menu is designed from originals used by the Royal Alexandra Hotel from 1913 to 1965, that the museum has in its collection, and following instructions from the "CPR Standards and Menu Portions" of the early 1900s. Course #2 Salad Tropical Salad with seasonal fruti and mango and avocado vinaigrette accompanied by a glass of Apéritif wine. Course #3 Soup Butternut Squash with ginger and lime Course #4 Palate Cleanser Cranberry Sorbet Course #5 Entrée Tangerine-glazed Turkey with apple & apricot sftiffing with giblet gravy accompanied by herbed baby potatos, Brussel Sprouts with lemon butter, and Tomato stuffed with feta and olives accompanied by a 2 glasses of red dinner wine. Course #6 Dessert Maple Sugar Mousee Torte accompanied by a glass of Dessert wine 10:30 pm After Dinner Reception held in the Palm Court and Reception Hall and accompanied by period music to complete your evening Course #7 Tea /Coffee & Fruit & Cheese plate accompanied by platters of fruit & cheese to choose from over conversation Price $ 105/person Includes all tips, and gratuities, and comes with a $27 income tax-deductible charitable receipt Advance tickets only, and seating is at circular tables of 8 each, with groups accomodated on a first-come first-serve basis. Your purchase of a ticket assists the Museum Annual operations.

	SUNDAY MORNING GALA BRUNCH Royal Alexandra Hall Catered by Munro’s at the Prestige 250-417-0425 Munro’s has also had extensive experience in catering the many events at the Royal Alexandra Hall since it opened in April, 2004 11:00 am Advance tickets are required, and seating is at tables for 8 on a first-come first-serve basis, so early bookings are recommended, particularly for groups. The Maitre’D will seat you upon your arrival as per the traditional custom of 1906 The brunch is set up as a buffet in the Reception Hall, and food service will end at noon and beverage service will end at 12:30 Period background music will be performed for your enjoyment, and the catering staff will be assisted by museum volunteers dressed in period morning tea-gowns. Your choice & served at your table PASTRIES Brioches Danish Scones with butter ( or butter substitute) & jam Grand Marnier flavoured whipped cream French Toast Pancakes Maple Syrup EGGS - MEAT Scrambled Eggs Eggs Benedict Sausages Canadian Back Bacon FRUIT Melons Grapes Strawberries Blueberries Cheese Slices JUICE Apple Orange Cranberry TEA/COFFEE PRICE FOR BRUNCH $20/person There is no charitable receipt issued for the brunch. Booking Form (link) PRESTIGE ROCKY MOUNTAIN RESORT SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION PACKAGE: As part of the gala weekend, the Prestige Hotel is offering a special room rate of $ 99/room for attendees to the dinner and/or brunch. Please call 250-417-0444 or 1-877-737-8443 This 4 ½ star hotel is located adjacent to the Museum with a short walk along the pathway through Van Horne Park.
	SOME OTHER EVENTS IN CRANBROOK AT THAT TIME: Downtown - Festival of Lights Opening - Friday evening Nov.25 Key City Theatre - Warren Miller Ski Film on Nov.25 - Musician Michelle Wright. Nov. 26 Key Gallery @ the Theatre - "Affordable Art" Exhibition Artrageous Gallery - Studio Show featuring works from 4 - 6 local art studios Nov 8-27