A Case of 2004 Londer Vineyards Anderson Valley Dry Gewürztraminer—Ferrington Vineyards Honeysuckle, intense perfume, and fresh lychee right under your nose. Good entry and strong mid-palate followed by a snap of varietal tartness. Well-balanced acid leaves a mouth-watering finish.
Generously donated by Londer Vineyards
Value: $500
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Arrowood Tour and Tasting for 4 + A Bottle to Share Later Arrowood Vineyards & Winery, located in the Sonoma Valley, was founded in 1986 by Richard and Alis Demers Arrowood. Your foursome will be treated to a private tour of this Glen Ellen winery, plus a tasting of their classic varietals and a favorite bottle to enjoy later. Generously donated by Arrowood Vineyards & Winery
Value: $150
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A Case of Christopher Creek 2003 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel From Christopher Creek, a small family-owned winery near Healdsburg, comes a case of their award-winning 2003 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel. Ruby-red in color, with tastes of both strawberry and raspberry and hints of vanilla and spice, this is a wine that pairs wonderfully with risottos and pastas, poultry and lamb. Generously donated by Christopher Creek Winery
Value: $312
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A Case 2002 Coturri Winery and Feingold Vineyards Merlot Founded in 2002 as a partnership between Stan Feingold and Phil Coturri, Coturri Winery and Feingold Vineyards prides itself on producing fine Merlots from grapes grown organically in the red clay soil of Sonoma Mountain and bottled without sulphites or chemicals. This case of their 2002 vintage, one of only 112 produced, tastes of bing cherries and chocolate and makes a superb accompaniment to aged beef and complex French sauces. Generously donated by Coturri Winery and Feingold Vineyards
Value: $600
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A Magnum of Husch Estate Bottled Reserve 1996 Mendocino Cabernet Sauvignon From the oldest winery in California's Anderson Valley, comes this magnum of Husch Vineyards Reserve 1996 Mendocino Cabernet Sauvignon. With its ripe flavors of blackberry, cranberry, raspberry and plum, hints of clove and black pepper, and velvety mouthfeel, this is a vintage to be savored now or stored for a future special event. Generously donated by Husch Vineyards
Value: $150
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A Case of Tandem Winery 2003 Auction Block Pinot Noir This case of Tandem Winery's 2003 Auction Block Pinot Noir features a succession of rich tasting pleasures. Warm spice and cola are followed by flavors of dark fruit, truffles and freshly roasted coffee beans. This is a wine that can be enjoyed now as well as saved for later, as aging brings increased complexity and roundness to the vintage. Generously donated by Tandem Winery
Value: $648
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Tasting and Lunch for 4 at Joseph Phelps Vineyards Your foursome is invited to Joseph Phelps Vineyards, an independent, estate-based winery located near St. Helena. You'll enjoy a double dose of pleasure -- an exclusive tasting of their much-praised varietals and a lunch accompanied by a special selection of their wines. To be arranged one month in advance. Generously donated by Joseph Phelps Vineyards
Value: $200
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1992 Opus One Connoisseurs of fine wine will leap at this opportunity to win a bottle of an ultra-premium 1992 Opus One. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, with a Robert Parker rating of 92. Generously donated by Jane Brady
Value: $275
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A Case of Silver Pines Sauvignon Blanc From Silver Pines Vineyard in Sonoma's Bennett Valley comes this case of their estate-grown, premium 2004 Sauvignon Blanc. Produced by renowned winemaker Greg LaFollette, this vintage is citrus-tinged and refined with a long finish and great mouthfeel. Generously donated by Silver Pines Vineyards
Value: $384
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A Case of Silver Pines Sauvignon Blanc From Silver Pines Vineyard in Sonoma's Bennett Valley comes this case of their estate-grown, premium 2004 Sauvignon Blanc. Produced by renowned winemaker Greg LaFollette, this vintage is citrus-tinged and refined with a long finish and great mouthfeel. Generously donated by Silver Pines Vineyards
Value: $384
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Double Magnum of 2002 Mojon's Bench Merlot JFCS Board member Stephen Schwartz offers this double magnum of 2002 Mojon's Bench Merlot, produced from Alexander Valley-grown grapes in the style of the fine wines produced in the Pomerol region of France. Generously donated by Stephen Schwartz
Value: $150
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Magnum of Anomaly's 2002 Cabernet Anomaly Vineyards of St. Helena specializes in crafting the highest-quality Cabernet Sauvignons to be found. This is your opportunity to successfully bid on one of only 100 magnums of their 2002 vintage produced by this Napa Valley winery. Generously donated by Anomaly Vineyards
Value: $175
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B.R. Cohn Tour and Tasting for 6 + a Magnum of Cabernet Head for B.R. Cohn's Glen Ellen winery with your group of six for a very special day. Begin with a private tour at the tasting room, housed in a property originally used as a Wells Fargo stagecoach stop, and sample some of the vintages grown in vineyards fed by the underground hot springs. Later you can toast the experience with a magnum of their award-winning 2000 Olive Hill Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. Generously donated by B.R. Cohn Winery
Value: $230
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Hagafen Cellars Package: Tour and Tasting for 6 + a Case of 2000 Estate Bottled Napa Valley Syrah What a package for connoisseurs of fine wine! Hagafen Cellars, whose vintages have often been served to foreign dignitaries at the White House, offers a tour and tasting for six at its new home along Napa Valley's Silverado Trail. Afterwards take home a case of their 2000 Syrah to enjoy on other special occasions. Generously donated by Hagafen Cellars
Value: $500
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Instant Wine Cellar #2: A Mixed Case to Delight Your Senses Members of the JFCS Board and Gala Committee assembled this delicious international combination of wines for your enjoyment. Champagne: Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin. Reds: Chateau Monbousquet 1999 Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Bordeaux; Hartley Ostini 2002 Hitching Post Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir; Heitz Cellar 1991 Napa Valley Martha's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon; Elizabeth Spencer 2002 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir; Chateau La Fuie 1990 Bordeaux; Corison 1999 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon; Burgess 1994 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Whites: Flowers 2003 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay; Rochioli 2003 Russian River Valley Chardonnay; Flora Springs 2002 Napa Valley Chardonnay; Blanc du Castel 2000 Judean Hills Chardonnay. Generously donated by Staci Eisler, Barbara & Jeff Farber, Claire Solot, Vera Stein, Jan Maisel, and friends of JFCS
Value: $600
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Instant Wine Cellar #1: A Mixed Case to Tickle Your Tastebuds Members of the JFCS Board and Gala Committee assembled this interesting and delicious combination of wines for your enjoyment. Reds: Covenant 2003 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon; Chimney Rock 2002 Stags Leap District Napa Valley Red; Jordan 2001 Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon; Testarossa 2003 Central Coast Palazzio Pinot Noir; Beaulieu Vineyard 2001 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon; Archery Summit 2004 Dundee Hills, Oregon Pinot Noir; Hagafen 2000 Napa Valley Syrah. Whites: Clos du Val 2002 Carneros Chardonnay; Spottswoode 2001 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc; Far Niente 2004 Napa Valley Chardonnay; Chalone Vineyard 1989 Monterey County Chardonnay; Pine Ridge 2002 Carneros Chardonnay. Generously donated by Paul Gelburd, Barbara Kay, Sharon Litsky, Alisa & Mark Menell, Ingrid Tauber, Carl Grunfeld, Karen Kronick, Harvey Schloss and friends of JFCS
Value: $600
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and Dine
$100 Certificate to San Francisco’s Blowfish Sushi To Die For With your $100 certificate in hand head for this high-energy, ever-popular “discotheque disguised as a sushi joint” in San Francisco’s Mission District. Reviewers in the Zagat Survey give Blowfish Sushi To Die For “two chopsticks up” for its “gravity-challenging” Cal-Japanese appetizers and “fabulous” rolls – irresistible, no? Good only at the San Francisco location. Excludes gratuity and expires 1/27/07. Generously donated by Blowfish Sushi
Value: $100
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Dinner for 4 at San Francisco's Piperade Chef Gerald Hirigoyen celebrates his Basque homeland with authentic touches such as a square wooden sheepherder's table in the dining room's center and a menu adapted to San Francisco's love of freshness and simplicity. Your party of four can enjoy dinner - to be paired with wines from Piperade's distinguished list -- in the warm yet elegant restaurant, or outside on the sheltered patio at the foot of Telegraph Hill. Excludes gratuity. Generously donated by Piperade
Value: $250
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Dinner for 2 at Chaya Brasserie - LA, Venice or SF Use your $175 gift certificate to savor highly-recommended French cuisine with Japanese sensibility and presentation at your choice of the Chaya Brasserie's three California locations -- on San Francisco's Embarcadero, with an expansive Bay Bridge view, in fashionable Beverly Hills or at Venice Beach. Excludes alcohol and gratuity. Expires 9/11/06. Generously donated by Chaya Brasserie
Value: $175
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A GARY DANKO Dining Experience for 4 What more wonderful way to celebrate a truly special occasion than by treating yourself and three guests to a five-course dinner at the award-winning Restaurant GARY DANKO. Savor seasonal dishes prepared with classical techniques and paired with sommelier-selected wines in an elegant yet intimate setting. Generously donated by Gary Danko
Value: $575
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Dinner for 4 at San Francisco's House of Prime Rib Where’s the beef? Answer this question by heading to the ever-popular House of Prime Rib on San Francisco's Van Ness Avenue with your party of four for the salads spun table-side and especially the generous portions of (what else?) prime rib. Excludes beverages, tax and gratuity. Expires 9/15/06. Generously donated by House of Prime Rib
Value: $150
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Dinner for 2 + Sommelier-Selected Wine at Lavanda With your $100 gift certificate, savor tantalizing small plate options, homemade pastas and a wine selected by the sommelier to perfectly complement your dinner at Lavanda, Palo Alto’s Northern Italian restaurant lauded for its elevated country cuisine. Reserve at least a week in advance. Excludes gratuity and expires 9/30/06. Generously donated by Lavanda Restaurant & Wine Bar
Value: $100
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$100 Certificate for Lunch or Dinner at Palo Alto's MacArthur Park Since its opening in 1982 Palo Alto's MacArthur Park's creed has been "a dedication to healthful, superbly prepared foods served in a living environment." There's also live piano music nightly. Expires 3/07. Generously donated by MacArthur Park
Value: $100
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Dinner for 2 at Menlo Park's Marche With its deep leather banquettes and candlelight, Marche in Menlo Park offers sophisticated French fare with numerous Asian accents added by Hong Kong-trained chef Howard Bulka. Dinner served Tuesday-Saturday. Excludes gratuity. Expires 3/11/07. Generously donated by Marche
Value: $150
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Enrico's Restaurant + Artisan Kitchen Essentials Gift Basket You're also treated to a $50 dining certificate at Enrico's in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood, widely known for its California bistro selections served up with live jazz nightly. For your home you receive an A.G. Ferrari Artisan Kitchen Essentials gift basket to stock your Italian pantry -- from pasta and arborio rice to olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Generously donated by Enrico's and A. G. Ferrari
Value: $130
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$100 Certificate for Menlo Park's Carpaccio Take advantage of this $100 certificate to dine at Carpaccio in Menlo Park. The lively restaurant features a range of seating options -- from window tables to a central area perfect for larger parties to a romantic back section lined with mirrors and aglow in candlelight. The extensive menu of Italian dishes and full-service bar make this a popular Peninsula gathering place. Excludes gratuity. Generously donated by Carpaccio
Value: $100
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$100 for Left Bank Dining These two $50 certificates are good at any of Roland Passot's Parisian-style brasseries in Larkspur, Menlo Park, Pleasant Hill, San Jose and San Mateo. No matter the location, you're sure to enjoy the experience. Generously donated by Left Bank-Menlo Park
Value: $100
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$50 Certificates for San Francisco's Nova and Shanghai 1930 Although the menus are quite different, with Nova offering home-style American cuisine near the Giants' ballpark while Shanghai 1930's specialty is an extensive menu of Chinese delicacies, what both restaurants have in common is a legion of fans of their food. Shanghai 1930 certificate excludes gratuity and expires 5/31/06. Generously donated by Nova Bar and Restaurant and Shanghai 1930
Value: $100
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A Pair of San Francisco Restaurant Experiences You win two $50 certificates to a pair of San Francisco restaurants: American brasserie Paragon, with its loft-like ceilings and sophisticated ambiance, and the more casual Pasta Pomodoro, with its extensive menu of Italian-inspired entrees. Paragon certificate excludes gratuity and expires 2/9/07. Generously donated by Paragon Restaurant and Pasta Pomodoro
Value: $100
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Jewels, Timepieces and More
Tiffany 1837 Cuff Bracelet This signature bracelet is a Tiffany 1837 Sterling Sterling Silver & Titanium medium cuff. This piece is great for men or women. Generously donated by Tiffany & Co.
Value: $525
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Diamond Link Bracelet This magnificent diamond bracelet is fashioned from 2.33 ct. tw. brilliant-cut round diamonds arranged in seven identical links. The diamonds are all set in 18K white gold to create the effect of a continued band of brilliance. Generously donated by Simayof Diamond Cutters & Jewelers
Value: $6,000
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Hand-Engraved Sterling Silver Necklace by Jeanine Payer San Francisco-based jewelry designer Jeanine Payer offers this lovely handmade sterling silver "Ilia" necklace, hand-engraved with a favorite Walt Whitman quote. Join the stars -- including Jessica Lange, Susan Sarandon and Mick Jagger -- who have been seen sporting Jeanine's artistry. Generously donated by Jeanine Payer
Value: $255
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Hand-Engraved Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet by Jeanine Payer This handmade sterling silver cuff bracelet with a brush finish and exquisite detail by Jeanine Payer is hand-engraved with a favorite line of poetry -- "And in the curve of your hand I can see what is eternal." Generously donated by Jeanine Payer
Value: $550
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Sterling Silver Small Cradle Necklace by Fluidance This is a show-stopper! Each piece in San Francisco-based Fluidance designer Josie Adele’s jewelry collection is hand-sculpted using pliable sterling silver wire, which allows the wearer to mold and shape the piece to best fit her individual body. This 8-gauge "Small Cradle" necklace with a brown shell centerpiece set in a circle of mother of pearl makes you – or a special someone – the talk of the town. Generously donated by Fluidance
Value: $150
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Judith RipkaTwo Signature Loop and Toggle Bracelet, for Men or Women Judith Ripka Two signature piece in sterling silver links with 18-carat gold, diamond and smoky topaz accents. This Loop and Toggle bracelet converts into seven different configurations with a hidden connecting system. Generously donated by Judith Ripka Jewelry
Value: $1,600
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Pendant of Aventurine and Carnelian Designed by Michael Lazcano A massive pendant embellished by embedded jade chips and a red coral button are suspended from large chunks of deep-green aventurine and simple silver beads. A tear-shaped piece of opaque carnelian and metal finishings of sterling silver complete this distinctive, intriguing piece. Generously donated by Queer Neck Gear
Value: $200
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"Circle of Hope" White Gold and Diamond Necklace This simple yet elegant necklace of 14k white gold and diamonds features a circle that symbolizes hope or love (or maybe both?). Generously donated by Rocks with Soul, LLC
Value: $300
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Seiko Men's Wristwatch This elegant analogue quartz precision timepiece, Model SDWG32, will give you years of trouble-free use. Its features include a tachymeter, stopwatch, alarm and calendar. Generously donated by San Francisco Magazine and Zwillinger & Company
Value: $400
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Yellow Gold Heart and Ribbon Earrings Gifts of jewelry are always welcome! Surprise a loved one or treat yourself to these 14 karat gold stunners. Generously donated by San Francisco Magazine and Zwillinger & Company
Value: $150
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Ladies' 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Pendant and Chain It's never too early to prepare for Valentine's Day. You'll be first in her heart with this 14 karat yellow gold reversible heart pendant and chain. Perhaps she'll display the side with gold, 6 pave diamonds, and ruby and emerald gemstones--on other days she'll wear the same design in gold alone. Generously donated by San Francisco Magazine and Zwillinger & Company
Value: $1,050
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Deborah Jacobsen Designed Glass Drop Leaf Pendant and Earrings This strikingly distinctive necklace and earrings contain adventurine, pearls, serpentine, vermeil and clear rock quartz in a one-of-a-kind original design. Generously donated by Deborah Jacobsen
Value: $130
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Artistic Acquisitions
A Joe Gurkoff Framed Photograph Bay Area artist Joe Gurkoff, who transitioned from a career in the financial services industry to one as a professional photographer, develops his images on the computer, using technology to add artistic elements to his work. This 16 x 20 framed image is romantically titled "Love Song: Second Verse." Generously donated by Joe Gurkoff Photography
Value: $600
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Limited-Edition Art Print by Marsha Connell Marsha Connell, who developed her love of art and nature with the guidance of her grandfather, a watercolor painter, moved to Santa Rosa in 1974. Currently an adjunct instructor in the art department of the local junior college, Connell continues to participate in multiple exhibitions, especially in California and on the East Coast. This expressive Iris gicleé print with its evocative golden foreground is entitled Autumn Dance, and is the 12th of only 150 issued. Generously donated by Marsha Connell, Artist
Value: $450
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1874 Lunar Photograph by James Nasmyth Scotsman James Nasmyth, who invented the steam hammer and the pile driver, was passionate about both photography and astronomy. He built his own telescope to study the moon and then photographed plaster models of its surface that he constructed based on his observations. This woodburytype image, entitled Triesnecker was one of the plates used in the 1874 book, The Moon: Considered as a Planet, a World, and a Satellite that he co-authored before true lunar photography was possible. Generously donated by Fraenkel Gallery
Value: $250
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Black and White Framed Photo by Jonathan Krotinger Former JFCS Board member Jonathan Krotinger offers the winning bidder one of his original black-and-white photographs. Abbott's Lagoon, Point Reyes, CA, is matted and framed, plus signed on the front and hand-stamped on the back. This striking gelatin silver print was displayed at the 2005 Juried Photography Exhibition at the Marin County Fair. Generously donated by J. Krotinger Photography
Value: $300
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Stunning Decorative Plate With Display Stand The Evans Design Group, composed of artists, designers and craftspeople who live in Sonoma County, created this stunning decorative plate. Measuring 23" in diameter, full and partial circular-shaped designs in gold and reddish hues swirl against a black background. A black stand of metal ensures that this art piece can be displayed in a place of honor in your home or office. Generously donated by Evans Design Group
Value: $200
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Photo Package by Jenny Sampson This package is a very special photo shoot on location with black-and-white photographer, Jenny Sampson. Also includes contact sheets and two museum-quality silver gelatin prints that you can treasure for ever. Excludes 2006 black-out dates of 3/12-4/16, 5/12-25 and 6/15-7/20. Must be booked no later than 12/31/06 and expires 3/11/07. Generously donated by Jenny Sampson Photography
Value: $400
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Nostalgic Poster of Southern California Train's Lush Surroundings Entitled Wonderful California, this poster harkens back to the original Santa Fe train route as the train travels through lush orange groves and abundant vineyards. Generously donated by Poster Source
Value: $120
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Fashion Forward
$250 Certificate for Diana Slavin Designer Wear Diana Slavin Womenswear, tucked away on San Francisco’s chic Claude Lane, offers the discerning shopper designer clothing that emphasizes sumptuous fabrics and a perfect fit. Generously donated by Diana Slavin Womenswear
Value: $250
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Fleece Jacket: Art-to-Wear Flower Design by Cari Borja Rising designer Cari Borja's clothes have been featured in the S.F. Chronicle, Marie Claire Mexico, style.com, sfstation.com, Arise Magazine, and the International Herald Tribune. This rich chocolate-colored polar fleece jacket is sculpted with ruffles and framed by lettuce-edged stitching and exposed seams. This is your chance to own one of her unique pieces, all designed and sewn by Cari in her Oakland studio. Shoulder seam to seam 15 ¾", underarm to underarm 20", sleeve length 24" and jacket length 24". Generously donated by Cari Borja
Value: $300
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Leather Tote With Grommet Details, Courtesy of Dialogue From the chic Sacramento Street boutique, Dialogue, in San Francisco comes this large tote designed by Gillian Julius. Measuring 21 inches at its widest point and 15 inches in length (excluding the carrying handles), one side of this fashionable bag of distressed brown leather features a series of intricate patterns created with silver, gold and bronze-colored grommets and cross-stitching. Generously donated by Dialogue
Value: $125
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Two $100 Gift Certificates for Erica Tanov + B B Gear California native Erica Tanov, who recently opened a third store on San Francisco's Fillmore Street, is known for her use of the finest fabrics, meticulous construction, and subtle details. B B Gear is a hotspot in Hayes Valley where one can find unique and stylish clothing by fantastic designers like Cass Guy, Rachel Roy, Lotta Stenson and Rebecca Beeson. Generously donated by Erica Tanov and B B Gear
Value: $200
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Margaret O'Leary Cashmere Sweater Margaret O’Leary continues her family’s Celtic tradition of creating exceptional articles of clothing, including this crewneck cashmere sweater. The sumptuous raspberry color with turquoise trim is guaranteed to chase away those winter blues. Size = small. Generously donated by Margaret O'Leary Inc.
Value: $245
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$100 Certificate for Malouf's + $150 of Dry Cleaning in Burlingame A $100 certificate towards any regularly priced apparel and shoes for both women and men offered at Malouf's in Burlingame. Then treat your best garments with the care they deserve! Sterling Cleaners has provided certificates for $150 of professional dry cleaning.
Malouf's to be redeemed in person at the store. Expires 6/30/06. Sterling Cleaners excludes leather. Generously donated by Malouf's of Burlingame and Sterling Cleaners
Value: $250
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$100 Certificate for San Francisco's Mom's the Word If you're expecting a new addition to the family, or know someone who is, you'll want to bid on this $100 gift certificate good at Mom's the Word, San Francisco's premier maternity boutique on Sacramento Street. Generously donated by Mom's the Word
Value: $100
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A Pair of Silk Scarves Starring San Francisco and New Orleans City Scarves were originally commissioned by politicians and celebrities to present as mementoes to visiting dignitaries . This duo of special VIP gifts, of 100% luxurious silk, feature the artistic landmarks and icons of two of our favorite cities. The black San Francisco scarf is a 36-inch square, while the New Orleans one -- a 58-inch oblong -- not only captures the spirit of "the Big Easy" but also benefits the Hurricane Katrina disaster relief efforts. Generously donated by Signature Accents
Value: $135
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Private Parties
Hors d'oeuvres Party for 40 catered by Farallones Catering, Berkeley For your next cocktail party let Farallones Catering help make it perfect. This party comes with a selection of 4 different hors d'oeuvres for 40 plus chef and waiter. Subject to availability. Expires 11/30/06 Generously donated by Farallones Catering, Berkeley
Value: $800
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3-Hour Cruise on a 36' Chris Craft Corsair + Silver Pines Wine for 6 You and 5 friends will have three hours of sun and fun cruising the Bay on this beautiful 36' Chris Craft Corsair. Then toast your captain with a glass of Silver Pines 2004 Sauvignon Blanc. date to be arranged by mutual agreement, leaves from Sausalito Generously donated by Ralph Silverman and Silver Pines Vineyards
Value: $500
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Private Bridge Lessons with Andrey Borovik Let Andrey Borovik, Grand Master and repeat champion in Ukraine and Lithuania, teach your group of 6-12 the tricks of this challenging game. Given your level of experience, select between the 10-series "Bridge for Beginners" or the "Master Class" and prepare to join the ranks of those who have played since the early days of the 16th century. Generously donated by Andrey Borovik
Value: $1,000
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Cocktail Party for 25 Catered by Betty Zlatchin Host an elegant two-hour cocktail party for 25, catered by Betty Zlatchin's pros, in your home. A chef-prepared selection of 6-7 delicious hors d'oeuvres passed to your guests by well-trained staff ensures the success of the gathering. Holidays and the month of December excluded. Expires 3/11/07. Generously donated by Betty Zlatchin Catering
Value: $2,000
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Home-Delivered Shabbat Dinner for 12 by Continental Caterers If you live in San Francisco or on the Peninsula, let Menlo Park-based Continental Caterers prepare, deliver and serve a delicious Shabbat dinner for a dozen people at your home. Since 1938 this company has offered consistently high-quality food and service to the Bay Area community, ensuring a loyal and ever-growing customer base. Valid only in San Francisco/Peninsula areas, with two weeks advance notice. Excludes wine. Expires 3/11/07. Generously donated by Continental Caterers
Value: $1,000
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Cooking Class With Joanne Donsky for 8 Let an accomplished chef teach your group of eight some of the tricks of the trade. Join Joanne Donsky at her Portola Valley home to munch appetizers and sip wine before sitting down to dine on the three-course meal you have prepared together. Date to be arranged by mutual agreement. Generously donated by Joanne Donsky
Value: $1,000
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Dinner for 8 in Your Home, Catered by Rhoda Goldman Plaza Let the staff of Rhoda Goldman Plaza, a state-of-the-art assisted living facility in San Francisco, prepare and serve your party of eight in your home. You'll be treated to four courses of delicious cuisine that has been expertly prepared utilizing the freshest seasonal ingredients. Alcohol not included. Excludes all Jewish holidays and the month of December. Expires 11/30/06. Generously donated by Rhoda Goldman Plaza
Value: $1,500
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San Francisco Il Fornaio:Taste of Festa Regionale for 8 This regional tasting dinner for eight at San Francisco's Il Fornaio includes dinner and the wines of the region, one pasta book and hand-painted ceramic plate imported from Italy, and a regional gift for each guest attending the dinner. Generously donated by Il Fornaio
Value: $600
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Sunday Champagne Brunch for 10 in San Francisco, With a Reflection on Current Israeli Policy Join Sharon Litsky and John Sampson for an elegant heart-healthy Sunday champagne brunch for ten in their Pacific Heights apartment. Afterwards Adam Cole, partner at a prominent law firm, will reflect on his recent sabbatical in Israel, where he worked with an institute that provides strategic guidance to the government on how best to address the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Delicious food, delightful ambiance, thought-provoking conversation... Date to be arranged by mutual agreement. Expires 3/11/07. Generously donated by Sharon L. Litsky, John F. Sampson & Adam Cole
Value: $200
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Bartending Services and Supplies for Your Next Event You provide the alcohol and the space and then let TTM Bartending take over. Their pros bring the glassware and all bar supplies and ensure that as many as 75 guests are served with the beverage of their choice throughout your event. 75 guests maximum and excludes alcohol. Subject to availability. Generously donated by TTM Bartending
Value: $550
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Your Personal Sommelier Shares Her Wine Expertise Over a three-hour period Courtney Cochran will share her expertise with 12 guests in a private Bay Area home selected by the winner, who also provides the wines to be tasted. Courtney shares detailed descriptions and analyses of the varietal characteristics of each vintage, as well as suggests ideal food pairings. A wonderfully pleasurable way to expand your knowledge of fine wines... Excludes wine. Date to be mutually agreed on, and excludes 7/23-8/31/06. Generously donated by Your Personal Sommelier
Value: $375
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Thriller/Adventure Author Barry Eisler at Your Book Club It won't be another ho-hum evening when Barry Eisler, author of the award-winning John Rain adventures, meets with your book group. Even the pizza will be extreme--with a $250 certificate from Extreme Pizza. Arrangements limited to San Francisco or the Peninsula for a mutually-convenient date. Expires 3/07. Generously donated by Barry Eisler and Extreme Pizza
Value: $750
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Private Party at the Variety Club Screening Room + Extreme Pizza Your friends will long remember your 4-hour private party for 50 in the Preview Room, the exclusive screening room of San Francisco's Variety Children's Charity. There'll be ample food for all when you use your $250 certificate from Extreme Pizza. Generously donated by Variety Children's Charity of Northern California and Extreme Pizza
Value: $1,250
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Cultural Experiences
Private Walking Tour of San Francisco + 10 Arcadia Books Let an enthusiastic and knowledgeable City Guide share fascinating and often little-known "tales of the city" with your group of ten on the private guided walking tour of the San Francisco neighborhood of your choice. Further supplement your guests' now-insider's knowledge with a take-home copy of one of Arcadia's "Images of America" books, full of information and now-and-then images. Walking tour to be selected from any currently offered, on a mutually agreed-upon date. Selected Arcadia book must be available and already released. Generously donated by San Francisco City Guides and Arcadia Publishing
Value: $450
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Studio Tour and Metal Art Demonstration for 6 Take advantage of this rare opportunity for your group of six to tour the San Francisco studio of award-winning artist Aimee Golant, who translates her heritage as the grandchild of Holocaust survivors into spiritual and inspiring works of metal art. Aimee will demonstrate how to melt scrap silver and create wire, as well as make a brief presentation on the Women's Torah Project over light refreshments. Date to be mutually agreed on. Expires 9/06. Generously donated by Aimee Golant: Metal Art & Judaica
Value: $225
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One Year Enthusiast Membership for 2 to San Francisco's Museum of Craft and Folk Art With your "Enthusiast" membership for two you get an extensive package of benefits to this museum now located in San Francisco's Yerba Buena center: free admission for a year, a 10% discount at the museum store, the opportunity to visit artists' studios and tour private collections, and more. Planned for 2006 are exhibits of 1960s psychedelic art, folk art animals from throughout the world, contemporary Japanese ceramics and Mexican glass art. Generously donated by Museum of Craft and Folk Art
Value: $200
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2 All-Festival Passes to the 2006 San Francisco Jewish Film Festival With this pair of "All-Festival" passes to the San Francisco Film Festival, July 20-August 7, 2006, you gain entry to all the shows in all the theater venues, including the opening and closing night screenings and parties. Be a part of the 26th anniversary season of this prestigious celebration of Jewish history, culture and identity. Generously donated by San Francisco Jewish Film Festival and Sara Newman
Value: $360
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Flower Arranging Class at San Mateo Florist for 6 Let the pros at San Mateo Florist teach your group of six the subtle art of flower arrangement. During this two-hour class at their store you'll learn the secrets of creating floral displays that are both pleasing to the eye and the heart. Generously donated by San Mateo Florist and` Gifts, Inc.
Value: $850
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90-Minute Booktalk for 20 at Book Passage Gather your cohorts and head for the Book Passage, either in the Ferry Building in San Francisco or the Corte Madera location, for a lively and informative 90-minute presentation by owner Elaine Petrocelli on the literary topic of your choice--the "inside scoop" on favorite authors, an overview of current hot topics in reading, suggested must-reads or ... At 7 p.m. on a Monday-Saturday evening on a date to be mutually arranged. Generously donated by Book Passage
Value: $250
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Build-A-Class From The Jewish Study Network. The Jewish Study Network is a Bay Area-based group of young scholars who have extensively studied the Talmud and other teachings and now share their learning with the general community. Customize your own Jewish learning experience with one or the network's rabbis: choose a topic, date, location, and even a menu for refreshments! Details to be arranged by mutual agreement. Generously donated by Jewish Study Network Inc.
Value: $500
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6 Tickets for San Francisco Youth Orchestra Performance on May 21st + Coupons at Max's After using your six tickets to attend a May 21, 2006 performance of pieces by Haydn, Bartok and Debussy by the talented musicians of the San Francisco Symphony's Youth Orchestra, head for nearby Max's with your $60 worth of certificates to dig into some yummy desserts. Open seating at the performance, so it is suggested that you arrive early. Recommended for families with children ages 12 or older. Generously donated by Sharon L. Litsky and Max's Restaurants
Value: $120
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10 Private Piano Lessons at Opus Piano Studio in San Francisco This series of ten private piano lessons Opus Piano Studio in San Francisco is available to anyone age five or older, with any level of playing experience. Another intriguing aspect of this offer is the fact that the instructors will teach any style of music that is of particular interest to the student, ensuring that lessons are even more appreciated. Dates to be mutually agreed upon Generously donated by Opus Piano Studio
Value: $750
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2 Tickets to 3 Peninsula Cultural Events: Symphony, Musical Theatre and Ballet On May 20th you win two tickets for the Peninsula Symphony's "American Traditions" program, including pieces by Copland and Gershwin, performed at the Flint Center/De Anza College in Cupertino. Then you have a choice of productions offered by the American Musical Theatre of San Jose -- "The King and I" in the fall or "42nd Street" in April 2007. And 2 Orchestra Seats for Ballet San Jose Silicon Valley's Spring Repertory, April 2006. Generously donated by Peninsula Symphony, American Musical Theatre of San Jose and Ballet San Jose Silicon Valley
Value: $400
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A Pair of 5th Row Center Seats at the San Francisco Opera Treat yourselves with a wonderful night out by bidding on this pair of tickets good for an "A" performance of the San Francisco Opera. The fact that these seats are in the fifth row center of the orchestra section ensures that you will almost feel as if you're onstage too as the arias are sung and the story unfolds. Date to be determined. Generously donated by Sheryl & Jim Reuben
Value: $270
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2 Premier Orchestra Tickets for the San Francisco Symphony -- May 10, 2006 Expect the unexpected if you are the successful bidder on this pair of premier orchestra tickets for the San Francisco Symphony's May 10th performance, which includes HK Gruber's "Frankenstein!!" Inspired by cabaret, the composer also is the vocal soloist in this "world-acclaimed extravaganza." A pre-concert talk is included if you choose. Generously donated by San Francisco Symphony
Value: $166
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2 Tickets to San Francisco Premiere of Matthew Bourne's "Swan Lake" Making its San Francisco debut at the Orpheum Theatre between March 21 and April 16, 2006, Matthew Bourne's reinvention of "Swan Lake" is "passionate and contemporary." Use this pair of tickets to be among audiences worldwide who have been dazzled by this original interpretation of a traditionally classic ballet. Choice of performances, subject to availability. Generously donated by SHN - Broadway Reframed
Value: $165
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Nights Out in Marin: 2 Tickets/2 Venues First up is one of the Marin Theatre Company's two remaining performances in their 2006 season, ending on June 30th: either a pair of tickets to "Old Wicked Songs" or "Displaced." But you have until October 30th to redeem your four tickets to the Osher Marin JCC's "Centerstage" performance of your choice. Marin Theatre Company offer expires 6/30/06. Osher Marin JCC offer expires 10/31/06. Generously donated by Marin Theatre Company and Osher Marin Jewish Community Center
Value: $270
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2 Tickets to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival Travel north to Ashland, Oregon this year to take in a performance by the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Your two tickets are good to any 2006 performance not already sold out from June 4th through October 20th. Must be used toward a performance not already sold out. Sundays-Thursdays only between June 6th-October 1st. Generously donated by Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Value: $100
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San Jose Museum and Theater Package An attractive package for art and theater aficionados: (1) a year's "Art Supporter" membership to the San Jose Museum of Art, entitling you to invitations to openings and special programs, a 10% discount at their shop and café, and much more; and (2) a pair of tickets to any San Jose Rep production before July 2006. Theater ticket offer expires 7/06. Generously donated by San Jose Museum of Art and San Jose Repertory Theatre
Value: $160
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Dance Classes for 2 at the San Francisco JCC Be footloose and fancy-free after you and your partner have taken dance classes at San Francisco's Jewish Community Center. Be it ballroom or swing, salsa or tango, you'll learn the basics while having a lot of fun. Expires 3/07. Generously donated by Jewish Community Center of San Francisco
Value: $170
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Once in a Lifetime
Dine at the Home of Joyce Goldstein, Famed Chef and Author A once-in-a-lifetime evening for eight! Joyce Goldstein will prepare and serve your custom-planned menu in her San Francisco home. Date to be mutually acceptable to all parties. Excludes food, wine and $200 for assistant. Generously donated by Joyce Goldstein
Value: $2,000
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Warriors’ Luxury Suite, Center Court, April 14, 2006 On Friday, April 14, 2006 you and 19 friends will be in Luxury Suite C7 on the Concourse level to watch the Warriors vs. the Phoenix Suns at the Arena in Oakland. Includes four parking passes. Generously donated by A friend of JFCS
Value: $3,500
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A Personalized Flight for 3 Over the Bay Area If you yearn for a distinctive adventure, treat yourself and two friends to a one-hour flight over the Bay Area in a New Piper 2003 Saratoga TC. From the Palo Alto Municipal Airport, along the Pacific coast, to the San Francisco Bay and the city's skyline, and then back to earth again, sit back and enjoy a bird's eye view of the beauty of the Bay Area. Date/time TBD, subject to safety, weather and liability conditions. Adults only. Expires 10/31/06. Generously donated by Vera and Michael Baum
Value: $450
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2 Passes to Warren Hellman's Private Musician's Bluegrass Jam at Slim's - October 7, 2006 Win two passes to the Hardly Strickly Bluegrass festival artists-only "jam" at Slim's in San Francisco on Saturday evening, October 7, 2006. Hosted by philanthropist and bluegrass aficionado Warren Hellman, this truly is a once-in-a-lifetime event opportunity. Generously donated by Hardly Strickly Bluegrass and San Francisco Magazine
Value: Priceless
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Giants Versus Dodgers Game Skybox on August 20, 2006 In a luxury skybox on the third base corner of the newly renamed AT&T Park you and 11 friends will cheer the home team Giants on to victory over the despised Dodgers on Sunday, August 20th. Three parking passes are also included, plus a choice of Coke or Sprite and popcorn so you won't have to miss a minute of the onfield action. No smoking or outside food and drink allowed. Generously donated by Fran & Bobby Lent
Value: $5,000
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Private Tour for 10 of Pixar Animation Studios + Screening of Award Nominated Short, One Man Band. Your group of ten is invited to Emeryville during the week for a private guided tour of Pixar's atrium, upstairs galleries and outdoor campus. You'll also be treated to a screening of One Man Band; the latest studio short. All in all, this will be a morning or afternoon to remember! Date and time to be arranged well in advance and subject to Pixar's schedule. A Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday is strongly suggested. Generously donated by Pixar Animation Studios
Value: $1,000
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Mounted Star Wars Lightsaber, Signed by George Lucas For Star Wars fans, this is a fabulous opportunity to win a replica of Luke Skywalker's lightsaber, mounted on a mirrored base and signed by movie creator George Lucas himself! Generously donated by Lucasfilm
Value: $1,000
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The Epicurean Experience of a Lifetime: Dinner for 8 at Manresa Restaurant with Author Harold McGee Your foodie and scientific friends will think they're in heaven. In conjunction with Harold McGee, Bon Appetit Food Writer of the Year, whose eloquence about the chemistry of food and cooking is legendary, chef David Kinch of Manresa will prepare a 5-course meal for 8 based upon current Spanish experimental methods. Harold McGee will guide the evening's discussion about the chemistry of the food and its preparation. Then everyone will go home with a signed copy of "On Food and Cooking". To be arranged for a mutually-convenient date. Excludes the month of April, Friday or Saturday night and some black-out dates apply Expires 3/11/2007 Generously donated by Harold McGee, Manresa Restaurant, Cody's Books and Scribner
Value: ($999)
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Guest Weather Spot on New York TV + 2-Night Hotel Stay and Lunch for 2 You'll be the star this weekend--on Friday, you'll have the guest weather spot on WPIX/WB11 Morning News in New York. Spend the weekend (2 nights) at the New York Marriott Marquis on Broadway and host a celebratory lunch for 2 at Michael's New York.Maybe you'll even have to sign autographs! Friday weather spot to be arranged. Restrictions: Hotel from May 1, 2006 - May 31, 2007. Hotel subject to availability, certain blackout dates apply. Generously donated by WPIX/WB11 Morning News, Michael's New York and New York Marriot Marquis
Value: $1,500
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Distinctive Destinations
A Week for 2 at Rancho La Puerta in Tecate, Baja California Spend a magical week being pampered at one of the world’s finest destination spas. Whether you are going through major life transitions or want to eat well and become more fit, there are myriad opportunities for a change of lifestyle. All stays are Saturday-Saturday. Excludes spa services, transportation and gratuities. Subject to availability. Expires 12/31/06. Generously donated by San Francisco Magazine
Value: $6,000
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Luxurious Two-Night Stay at the Calistoga Ranch Immerse yourself in the sumptuous comfort offered at the Calistoga Ranch, a vineyard retreat nestled in the Napa Valley. Your private one-bedroom lodge includes a king bed, an indoor and outdoor living room complete with fireplace, and even your own outdoor shower garden. The 157-acre resort offers many other amenities - a lakeside restaurant, a bathhouse with a spring-fed mineral pool, a heated outdoor swimming pool, bocce courts and more - all designed to provide the ultimate in a luxurious two-night getaway. Expires 12/30/06. Generously donated by Calistoga Ranch
Value: $1,650
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Two Nights in a Two-Bedroom Cottage at the Carmel River Inn Make the most of your two-night stay in the two-bedroom Thomas Larkin cottage -- complete with full kitchen and a wood-burning fireplace -- at the Carmel River Inn. Sited on ten acres of gardens, forest and meadow, with a heated pool, the inn offers the opportunity to simply kick back or to head for the multitude of activities offered in the charming town or along the Pacific coastline. P.S. Pets are warmly welcomed as well! Valid Sunday-Thursday, expiring 12/06. Generously donated by Carmel River Inn
Value: $740
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One-Night Stay at Chaminade in Santa Cruz If you are looking for a perfect getaway, consider bidding on this one-night stay at Santa Cruz's Chaminade, a mission-style hotel perched on a bluff with spectacular panoramic views of Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Your spacious guest room beckons with the promise of a feather bed and plush duvet... Subject to availability, excluding Saturdays and holidays. Expires 1/31/07. Generously donated by Chaminade
Value: $300
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One Week in a Puerto Vallarta Condo Wend your way to Puerto Vallarta for a week’s stay at a two-bedroom, two-bath oceanview condo in a beautifully landscaped gated community, just four blocks from the beach and close to shopping and dining. The full-maid service ensures that your vacation allows plenty of time for just hanging out in Baja’s sun and surf, or poolside at the complex. Subject to availability, by arrangement with the donor. Expires 3/11/07. Generously donated by Evelyn Clark
Value: $1,000
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Two Nights at Embassy Suites at Monterey Bay In addition to your one-bedroom suite at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Seaside, you'll enjoy a made-to-order breakfast, an evening reception with beverages and snacks, a fitness center, and a pool, whirlpool and spa. During your two-night stay you may want to hike or bike the Waterfront Recreational Trail around Monterey Bay, take the 17-Mile Drive, visit the famed aquarium, see the sights of nearby Carmel -- or just take a well-earned break from everyday life. Subject to availability. Generously donated by Embassy Suites Hotel - Monterey Bay
Value: $500
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Weeknight Stay at the Sonoma Mission Inn Your one-night stay in luxury accommodations at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa includes a complimentary bottle of wine upon arrival, the late afternoon wine tasting hour, access to its "European-style bathing ritual" and much more. You'll surely also want to take advantage of their famed spa services, with the thermal mineral waters and the multiple body and beauty treatments. Oh, yes -- There's also an 18-hole championship course if golf is your game. Valid for a Sunday-Thursday stay through December 2006, based on availability. Generously donated by Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
Value: $480
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Luxury Condo Sleeps 6 -- Spend a Week at Puerto Vallarta Spend a memorable week on a hillside in Puerto Vallarta overlooking Bandaras Bay and the city below. This luxury condo has two master suites, a third bedroom and bath, decks, and much more. There's a pool onsite and the beach, Old Town and numerous restaurants are only a five-minute walk away. Holidays excepted. Expires 3/07. Generously donated by Linda & Robert Bruce
Value: $2,400
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2 Nights at Hotel Healdsburg + Dinner at Charlie Palmer's Dry Creek Kitchen Head for the wine country for a romantic two-weeknight getaway in a deluxe King room at the Hotel Healdsburg, complete with a gourmet "harvest breakfast" each morning. An added bonus is the opportunity to savor "The Chef's Dinner" tasting menu at acclaimed chef Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen. Hotel: Sunday-Thursday, subject to availability. Expires 3/17/07. Dinner excludes beverages/gratuity. Generously donated by Hotel Healdsburg and Charlie Palmer's Dry Creek Kitchen
Value: $950
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2 Nights in Palm Springs at the Movie Colony Hotel Celebrate the glamour of old Hollywood during your two-weeknight stay in a uniquely themed Patio Room at Palm Springs' Movie Colony Hotel, with its dramatic mountain backdrop. A continental breakfast and an evening wine hour at the courtyard bar are added "pluses." Sunday-Thursday, excluding holidays and subject to availability. Expires 12/15/06. Generously donated by Movie Colony Hotel
Value: $480
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Overnight Suite Stay at Hotel Los Gatos The prospect of an overnight stay in a luxurious one-bedroom suite at Hotel Los Gatos is alluring indeed. Located at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains, the hotel offers an atmosphere reminiscent of a private villa, including a full-service day spa and a lushly landscaped courtyard complete with heated pool and hot tub. Based on availability, some blackout dates may apply.
Expires: 3/11/07 Generously donated by Hotel Los Gatos
Value: $550
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2 Nights at San Diego's Hotel Solamar Part of the Kimpton Hotel group, the Hotel Solamar in San Diego's downtown Gaslamp district welcomes you for a two-night stay. Within easy walking distance of Petco Park and the trolley line, the hotel offers amenities such as "Casablanca-style décor" and selected wines served in the lobby each evening along with "Buddha art boards" for guests eager to discover their previously untapped artistic abilities. Subject to availability. Generously donated by Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
Value: $500
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Weeknight Suite Stay at MacArthur Place Enjoy your one-night stay for two in a luxurious suite, with continental breakfast included, at this well-known Sonoma inn replete with flower-filled gardens and a garden spa. Sunday-Thursday only, subject to availability. Excludes July-October and holidays. Expires 3/11/07. Generously donated by MacArthur Place
Value: $425
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Weekend Night for 2 at San Francisco's Palace Hotel Since its opening in October 1875, San Francisco's Palace Hotel has been renowned throughout the world for its first-class luxury. Rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake and fire and recently and extensively renovated, the hotel continues to offer guests 19th-century elegance accompanied by 21st-century flair. The winning bidder receives a weekend night stay for two. Subject to availability. Not valid for holidays/special promotions. Expires 3/15/07. Generously donated by Palace Hotel San Francisco
Value: $600
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Weeknight Stay in a Junior Suite at Napa's River Terrace Inn Head for Napa's River Terrace Inn for your one-night stay in a spacious Junior Suite. In addition to the king-sized "Napa Dream Bed," you're sure to be charmed by the views of the river from your private balcony, as well as your in-room Jacuzzi. Subject to availability, Sunday-Thursday. Expires 9/11/06. Generously donated by River Terrace Inn
Value: $300
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2-Night Stay at the Sonoma Valley Inn This spring head for the wine country for your two-night stay in a King room at the Best Western Sonoma Valley Inn. Located near the town's plaza with its intriguing restaurants, shops and historical exhibits, the inn offers comfort, friendly service and a continental breakfast delivered to your room both mornings. Expires 6/1/06. Generously donated by Sonoma Valley Inn
