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Adventures & GetawaysAG01 - “Foodies Unite” - Family Cooking Adventure ($500)

Ready to take your family on a culinary adventure that is fun, healthy and tastes great? Julie Shanson, who teaches the popular “Foodies Unite” cooking class at Encinal will come to your house and cook with you. Your whole family will enjoy the process of making a delicious meal with fresh seasonal ingredients. The winning bidder is guaranteed to have an amazing experience in this three hour cooking class. Held on mutually arranged by winner and Julie Shanson - expires May 2017. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Julie Shanson

AG02 - World Famous Pad Thai Lesson ($600)

World famous Pad Thai lesson is coming to your kitchen. Natty created the most popular Pad Thai recipe on the internet for the past 20 years at ThaiTable.com. She will come to your kitchen and teach you and your friends/family how to cook Pad Thai, just like the best you find in Thailand. Kids are always welcome. Expires 8/31/16. Limited to Saturday or Sunday. The lesson is limited to 6 (and possibly a few extra children). Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Natty Netsuwan

AG03 - Glassblowing Experience for up to 6 People ($510)

You and your friends will work alongside our glassblowers to create your own unique one-of-a-kind paperweight, bowl, or float. Held on a mutually agreeable date and expires on December 30, 2016. Scheduling subject to availability. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: glassybaby

AG04 - Take Flight! See the Bay Area Like You Never Have Before ($480)

Enjoy a 50-minute San Francisco and Golden Gate SkyTour with Fly Bay Area, the leading provider of Sightseeing Flights, Air Tours, and U-Fly Experiences in the San Francisco Bay Area. Share breathtaking views of the Bay from the air with a loved one! Overfly Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, or scenic Half Moon Bay at 1,500 feet. Glide above the stunning Pacific Ocean coastline with its impressive cliffs and seashore for an experience you’ll never forget. The flight will be for two or three people (depending on weight) on a mutually agreed upon date. Valid through 5/30/2017. For more information go to www.flybayarea.com. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Ana Ruiz

AG06 - Luxury Oceanfront Condo for a Week in Cabo San Lucas ($7500)

Villa La Estancia offers the comforts of a private beach home with the amenities of a luxury resort and is located on Medano Beach, one of the few swimmable beaches in Cabo. The resort features a beachfront pool with waterfalls, islands, and a swim-up bar, as well as adjacent hot tubs, all surrounded by elegant gardens. Resort amenities include private concierge service, a fitness room, spa, sauna, and steam rooms, lighted tennis courts, a grocery store and ice cream parlor, gourmet restaurants, poolside dining, and room service. Easily enjoy all the activities Los Cabos has to offer, including sport fishing, world-class golf, whale watching, boat cruises and sailing charters, horseback riding, scuba diving, snorkeling, parasailing, kayaking, and ATV and motorcycle rentals and tours. This unit is located on the third floor directly above the ocean and beach, with panoramic ocean views of Land’s End. The large main terrace is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or wind down after a day of activities. A second wraparound terrace offers spectacular views with privacy for the master suite. The three-bedroom/four-bath condo has 2,900 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, luxuriously decorated with contemporary furnishings, and sleeps up to ten people. Luxury features abound including cream travertine marble floors, carved maple entry doors and kitchen cabinets, granite countertops on all bathrooms, ten-foot ceilings in living areas, zoned central air conditioning, satellite television, high speed Internet, and maid service. Available on a first-come, first-served basis on the following dates during next school year: Mon-Sat 8/15-20, 2016 (5 nights); Sat-Sat 8/20-27, 2016; Sat-Sat 10/22-29, 2016; Sat-Fri 10/29-11/4, 2016 (6 nights); Sat-Sat 4/22-29, 2017; Sat-Sat 4/29-5/6, 2017; Sat-Sat 7/29-8/5, 2017. Possibility of additional dates, including Summer 2017, to be agreed upon with owner. Reservations should be made as soon as possible following the auction to guarantee availability. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Lisa and Matthew Sonsini

AG05 - Set Sail on the San Francisco Bay ($500)

Bring a friend and come out and experience sailing on the Bay! It may be hot, it may be cold, but you will have fun! On a mutually acceptable day between June and the end of August you and one other person will be welcomed aboard a Ranger 26 at Treasure Island. After a simple but gourmet lunch, we will launch into the Bay for a minimum of four hours of sailing. During that time you can sit back and enjoy the ride or if you prefer, go all in and have a sailing lesson that will have you taking the helm and tacking on your own. If you have fun and enjoy the experience you have met the goal of the day. Anything else is a bonus! Held on a mutually agreeable date. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: The Blythe Family

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Adventures & GetawaysAG07 - Spend a late summer week in the Village at Squaw Valley ($1675)

Before school resumes next September, enjoy some relaxing family time and some reinvigorating mountain air at this luxurious condo at the Village at Squaw Valley! This two bedroom, two bathroom mountain-view unit sleeps seven comfortably, with one king bed, one queen bed, a sleeper sofa, and a day bed. Park your car for the weekend, as everything is within walking distance, including shopping and restaurants. Spend the day mountain biking all the way to scenic Lake Tahoe, or hiking the breathtaking trails along the creeks and water falls. Other activities at your door steps include golf, rock climbing, a ropes course, a spa, yoga, and more. For your entertainment, join the free outdoor concert series featuring acclaimed blues musicians every Tuesday. Take a deep breath with free yoga classes under the sun every Wednesday. Snuggle up under the stars while enjoying new releases and family classics on the big screen each Thursday evening. Wrap up the day gazing at the Milky Way from the roof-top hot tubs while sipping your favorite drink, then retreat to one of the quietest condos in the Village! For more information regarding this condo, visit http://www.vrbo.com/504563. Offered for seven consecutive nights only between 8/15/16 and 8/30/16, based on availability, reservation must be made quickly after auction ends. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: The Sanie Family

AG08 - Private Italian Villa (5 bedrooms) in Orvieto ($6000)

Enjoy a one-week stay in the heart of Italy. Villa Selvamica (www.selvamica.com) is nestled in the vineyards, ensuring privacy in a peaceful setting in the countryside, near the historic town of Orvieto. Immerse your family and friends in Italian culture, with a myriad of options for sampling local food, wine, and art! On the Umbria/Tuscany border, Selvamica is approximately an hour’s drive north of Rome, and is strategically positioned for trips to Florence, Siena, Assisi, San Gimignano, Montepulciano, and more. Between day trips, relax at home and enjoy the pool and sunsets amidst the vineyards. The main house is spacious, with a large kitchen/dining area, living room, cozy library sitting room, office area, three bedrooms, and it sleeps six guests. There is a separate upstairs apartment, perfect for four additional guests, with a living room, eat-in kitchen, and two bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom. The property has a total of five bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, and can accommodate a maximum of ten people. The villa may be used, based on availability, in May 2016, between September and October 2016. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Sandro and Karen Lorenzotti

AG09 - Fun in the Sun or in the Snow! 3B/3Ba Tahoe Townhouse for a Week! ($1750)

Spend a week in beautiful Lake Tahoe-summer or winter, there’s plenty to do. This 3B/3Ba townhouse is just a quick drive to Squaw/Alpine, located right in Tahoe City. A 15 minute walk to downtown and Commons Beach, and steps off the bike path, this townhome is a great home base for all your warm and cold weather activities. Based on availability between June 1, 2016-May 31, 2017

Donated by: Stephanie Seeger and Mario Rodriguez

AG11 - Ooh-la-la! A Week by the Ocean in Southwest France ($2500)

Ooh-la-la! France in the fall or spring, but of course! Biscarrosse-Plage, a popular oceanside resort on the Atlantic coast of southwest France, is known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. Come in the fall, the best time for wine tasting, beautiful weather, and minimal tourists, or come for spring break. This new 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home for six to eight guests is separated from the ocean by only one sand dune. You can also walk to shops and restaurants just 3 blocks away. Enjoy swimming, surfing, or exploring the large natural lake with sandy beaches and the forests of the Landes. Take wine tasting day trips to both the Bordeaux and St. Emilion regions, and discover the Gasconne cuisine and its “Garbure” specialty. For more information, visit http://www.biscarrosse.co.uk/Biscarrosse-plage, and pictures of the house can be found at http://share.shutterfly.com/share/received/welcome.sfly?fid=ebcc9304784d057f&sid=8AbuHDds2ctm-4 Choose a mutually agreeable date (subject to availability) from September 22, 2016 to April 30, 2017. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Susan & Bernard Traversat

AG10 - Weekend Escape to Monterey - Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa and Aquarium Passes ($1020)

Enjoy a two-night stay in a deluxe ocean view balcony guestroom at the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa and two Adult Aquarium Passes. Just imagine... you can enjoy a fabulous seafood dinner while overlooking the Monterey Bay and then fall asleep listening to the peaceful rhythm of the ocean waves. The exact dates are based on availability, weekends are included but holidays and special event dates are excluded. Gift certificates expire April 30, 2017. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Ellis & Karen Alden

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AG12 - Weekend Escape to Napa! Three Nights at the Vino Bello Resort ($700)

Enjoy a relaxing three-day mini vacation in beautiful Napa at the Vino Bello Resort. Up to four guests can comfortably enjoy this one-bedroom unit that features a private bedroom with a king bed and a living area with a queen sofa sleeper. Other features include a full kitchen and dining area, washer/dryer, in-room jetted tub, oversized walk-in shower, and gas fireplace. On the grounds there are two heated swimming pools and hot tubs, two fitness centers, and a water spray playground for the kids. The resort also features a new state-of-the-art underground cave spa next to a wine and tasting bar cave. It is located about 10 minutes from downtown Napa. Please book your reservation for a stay between May 1, 2016 and April 30, 2017. There are no blackout dates, but the further in advance you make your reservation request, the higher the likelihood there will be availability for those dates. For more information, visit http://www.shellhospitality.com/vino-bello-resort. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Domonique and Grant Matthews

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AG13 - Weekend Escape to Carmel-by-the-Sea ($900)

Smell the ocean air, walk leisurely along the beach, and head out to a casual dinner all on your weekend in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Enjoy a weekend in a charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage perfectly located five blocks from the beach and four blocks from town on Ocean Ave. A paradise for dogs and people alike! Date to be coordinated with the owner for use between May 1, 2016 and April 30, 2017. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Keith Flaum and Nancy Lieberman

AG14 - Road Trip! Two nights in Tahoe’s North Shore

Enjoy two nights at the Beaver Street Chalet. Located in North Shore Tahoe’s charming Kings Beach community, this playfully stylish home offers one bedroom, one bathroom, a comfy full sofa bed, a large loft with one queen bed, decks, a washer and dryer, a mud room, and a gas BBQ. It’s close to seasonal fun while boasting a classic taste of Tahoe. This is a great getaway overlooking Kings Beach with views of the lake! Date to be agreed upon with donor and winner. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Liliana, Branko, Luka and Anya Perazich

AG15 - Aloha! 50’s Era Beach House at Kealakekua Bay (Priceless)

Spend a week at Hale Aleki Kai, a lovely 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom 50s era beach house bordering historic Kealakekua Bay State Park, on the Big Island of Hawaii. This charming older beach house has lots of personality and history. Once owned by a prominent fishing family, you are literally across the street from the ocean and steps away from great snorkeling. Spinner Dolphins frequent the bay and whales are common seasonally. This is a place you come to escape the hustle and bustle of Kona. Come stay and relax. Two bedrooms have queen beds, the third has two twin beds. Sleeps up to 6. Available after August 11, 2016. Dates to be discussed and confirmed with the winning bidder. For pictures and more information, visit www.alekikai.com. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: Deanna Lin and Scott Marshall

AG16 - Spend a vacation summer week or weekend in Bear Valley ($600)

Bring your X-C, downhill skiing, sledding or hiking, kayaking, cycling, and fishing rods and have all the fun of the great outdoors right at your doorstep with all the comforts of home! This 5 bedroom, 2 full bath (2 half bath) home is located in the Blue Lake Springs area of Arnold, CA. 10 min to Snowflake Lodge, the BLS home owners association pool & lake. You’ll be 40 minutes to Bear Valley ski resort. House has wifi, 2 flat screen TV’s, 2 gas fireplaces, central heat and air. Bed layout is 2 kings, 1 queen, 2 twins, and a bunk room with 2 sets of bunk beds and a double bed. House sleeps ten, weekend or summer week to be determined with owner and expires April 2017. Highest bidder wins.

Donated by: April Fallon & Ramzi Nahas

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