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    2011 LeConte Spring AuctionAuction Catalog

    Sunday, May 22nd5:30-9:30 PM

    Pizzaiolo, 5008 Telegraph, Oakland

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    Auction Rules

    Registration

    Upon entering the auction, you will receive your bid number. Use only the bid number assigned to you for bidding on silent and liveauction items.

    Silent Auction

    The Silent Auction opens at 5:30 PM. The minimum bid and minimum raise for each item is written on the bid sheet by the item. To

    be valid, bids must comply with these minimums and be legible.

    To place a bid, sign your name and bid number with your bid amount on the bid sheet. Doing so constitutes a legal contract topurchase that silent auction item at the price you stated if your bid is the winning bid. The last (highest) valid bid entered prior to thesection closing will be the winning bid.

    A maximum guaranteed bid is stated on each bid sheet. By signing your name and bid number in this box, the bidding closes. Theitem is yours. The Auction Committee reserves the right to withdraw any item at any time without notice before the actual sale. In theevent of a dispute, the Auction Committee shall act as final authority in determining the winning bid.

    Live Auction

    Live Auction bidding will begin at 8:00 PM. When bidding, please hold up your bid number toward the auctioneer. The Live Auctionwill continue until all items are sold. If a group is bidding on one item, please designate one person to place your combined bid.

    Auction items will be awarded to one purchaser only.

    A bid acknowledged by the auctioneer is a legal contract to purchase the item.

    Payment

    All items must be paid for by the end of the evening. For your convenience we gladly accept Cash, Check, Discover, MasterCard,PayPal and Visa.

    Pick-Up

    Once you have paid for your winning items, you will be issued a receipt. Please present this receipt at the Pick-Up Table to claimyour winning tangible items and/or certificates for services. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to locate and remove his/herwinning item(s) by the end of the auction.

    Terms of SaleUnless otherwise noted, all certificates for goods and services must be used within one year of the auction date. All items and servicesare subject to the terms and conditions specified by the donors.

    All sales are final. There will be no exchanges or refunds. The LeConte Elementary School PTA does not make any expressed orimplied warranties or guarantees on auction items regarding quality or value of items or services. LeConte Elementary School PTAhas attempted to describe and catalog all items correctly, but all items are offered and sold "AS IS" and "WITH ALL FAULTS."

    LeConte Elementary School PTA neither warrants nor represents, and in no event shall be responsible for the correctness ofdescriptions, genuineness, authorship, provenance or condition of the items. No statement made in this catalog or made orally at theauction or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty for tax purposes or market value. Items have not been appraised unlessotherwise noted.

    Reservations for trips and vacation accommodations must be mutually arranged with the donor unless otherwise noted. No refundswill be allowed on travel packages for canceled tickets and/or accommodations.

    By the buyer's purchase, the buyer waives any claim for liability against LeConte Elementary School PTA, its elected and appointedofficials, members and employees, sponsors, volunteers connected with the auction, and/or the donor of the item. Neither the LeConteElementary School PTA nor the donor is responsible for any personal injuries or damage that may result from the use of the propertyor services.

    Tax Information

    This catalog lists the fair market value of each item. Any amount you pay in excess of the fair market value would normally beavailable to you as a charitable contribution for tax purposes. Please check with your tax advisor for specifics.

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    4 Disneyland Resort 1 Day ParkHopper Tickets

    Four Disneyland Resort 1 Day Park HopperTickets. These tickets are valid duringnormal operating hours and provide

    admission to a magical experience at bothDisneyland Park and Disney's CaliforniaAdventure Park.Value: $400.00Donated by: Disneyland

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    Club at the Claremont -1 Week FamilyWellness Pass

    The Wellness Pass gives a family, includingspouses or spouse equivalent, and kids up toage 24, unlimited access to the Club

    facilities and its programs for seven days.Activities include swimming, tennis, weightroom, spinning, exercise machines, yoga,stretching, pilates, tai chi, relaxing by thepool, hot tub, steam room, sauna, unlimitedtowels and luxuriously appointed lockerrooms.http://www.claremontresort.com/club.shtmlValue: $500.00Donated by: The Club at theClaremont

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    Family Photo Shoot w/ Roots &Shoots Photography

    45 minute photos session that includes acomplimentary digital image or printpackage.Value: $350.00Donated by: Cheri Hudnut

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    Oakl. Feather River Camp 4 NightStay- family of 4

    Oakland Feather River Camp, located nearQuincy, CA, nestled along Spanish Creek, isnow operated by Camps in Common, a

    small non-profit corporation formed in 2003to support the City of Oakland in keepingthe camp alive and vital for the urbanOakland communityValue: $1,040.00Donated by: Oakland Feather RiverCamp

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    Romantic Week in Rome, ItalyOne week stay in authentic historical studio

    apartment in old Rome, facing the RomanBotanical Gardens. In the heart of Rome'shippest neighborhood, Trastevere, minuteswalking to Vatican and Santa Maria inTrastevere. Sweeping terrace that faces thegardens. Wonderful for couples and thoselooking to be inspired.Value: $1,000.00Donated by: Pietro Galletti

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    1 Hour Photography Session withRobert MacCarthy

    1 hour photo session of your choice: familyphoto shoot, birthday party, special eventphotography. Will photograph in RAW

    format and edit photos. Will provide digitalfiles on CD of both edited and originalphotos.Value: $300.00Donated by: Robert G MacCarthy

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    1 hr Bellissima Day Spa MassageBellissima combines the best of both worlds.They create, refine and customize treatmentsfor their clientele by utilizing the most

    effective Asian beauty care formulas, andthe most advanced and beneficial westerntreatments and techniques.Value: $90.00Donated by: Bellissima Day Spa

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    1 Month of Training at BerkeleyCuong Nhu Karate

    Applies to any of our many afterschool andsaturday classes for tiger team ( 4 and 5),

    kids and teens Adult Certificates for adultclasses. Restrictions - New Students OnlyValue: $556.00Donated by: Berkeley Cuong NhuKarate

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    1 week in Puerto Rico! A Surfer'sParadise Getaway

    Surfer's Paradise Getaway- Rincon, PuertoRico for 1 week. Enjoy 3 Dogs Rental Homewith great view of the ocean from the back

    porches. 4 bedrooms( queen) sleeps 8, 2baths, living room, dining room, 2 front and2 back porches, 1 parking space. Rincon isan authentic community, not a sterile,planned vacation complex in an isolatedarea. In Rincon, you get to experience realisland living. Swim in a variety of beautifulquiet beaches, eat and drink in laid-backplaces and walk around and explore a 240year-old quaint town, with lots to see anddo. In a matter of minutes, you can go fromthe seashore to a scenic tropical

    mountaintop. Restrictions apply.Value: $1,000.00Donated by: LiZa Theimer- Ruane

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    1-hour Chinese MedicineConsultation

    Full one hour initial consultation. Byevaluating the body and mind as a whole,Chinese Medicine aims to speed healing,prevent disease, and maintain health by

    identifying root causes of disease andhelping the body to restore balance.Value: $135.00Donated by: Jasmine Oberste, LAc,CHT

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    1-week 2011 Summer Camp, "ThisLand is Your Land"

    One week of Summer Camp at Sarah'sScience Camp, "This Land is Your Land"

    for children ages 5 to 15, to be used onlysummer 2011. Daily schedule: 9am-3pm.Extended care available for additional cost.www.sarahscience.com. Restrictions: Validsummer 2011Value: $325.00Donated by: Sarah's Science Camp

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    1.5 hr Face Painting at Special EventBring the fun, enjoyment and creativity offace painting to your birthday party orpicnic. Designs available loved by bothboys and girls (small cheek designs and full

    face makeup both available). MelissaSaavedra has over 20 years experience inface painting and even more experienceworking directly with children. Use ofprofessional, water based face and bodypaints by Kryolan. Professional facepainters start at $125 an hour--don't missthis deal!Value: $100.00Donated by: Melissa K Saavedra

    2081/2 hour foot massage at Berkeley

    Sauna (1 of 4)Give yourself and those you love a relaxingexperience at the Berkeley Sauna.

    Who uses the Berkeley Sauna? Students,seniors, families with kids, couples, athletes,artists... Whoever you are, the BerkeleySauna is the best place to relax. TheBerkeley Sauna is a family-owned/operatedbusiness, serving the community since 1977.

    Value: $120.00Donated by: The Berkeley Sauna

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    1/2 hour sauna or hot tub for 2 atBerkeley Sauna

    Give yourself and those you love a relaxingexperience at the Berkeley Sauna.* Traditional Finnish sauna (yes, you can

    splash water on the hot rocks!).* Modern fiberglass and traditional woodenhot tubs.* All hot tubs, sauna, and dressing rooms areprivate.

    Who uses the Berkeley Sauna? Students,seniors, families with kids, couples, athletes,artists... Whoever you are, the BerkeleySauna is the best place to relax. TheBerkeley Sauna is a family-owned/operatedbusiness, serving the community since 1977.

    Value: $144.00Donated by: The Berkeley Sauna

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    12 Bottles of Roland Rosario CellarsTempranillo

    Roland Rosario's 2007 Tempranillo won aBronze Medal in the 2010 San FranciscoChronicle Wine Contest.

    From a reviewer: "Although it's a young

    winery, its 2009 Verdelho won a Silverplaque in the SF Chronicle WineCompetition. Roland Rosario also placed1st and 2nd at the Marin County Fair inwinemaking."Value: $216.00Donated by: Roland Rosario Cellars

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    12 Bottles of Syrah, Eight ArmsCellars

    12 Bottles of 2008 Eight Arms Syrah,Stagecoach Vineyards, Napa ValleyFermented in small lots and aged for 22

    months in French oak, the 2008 Eight ArmsSyrah delivers ripe plum and blackberryfruit that's intermixed with plenty of spice,vanilla and chocolate ganache. Beautifullyfruited on the palate, with a full, lush texturethat carries ripe, mouth coating tannin on thelong finish. Ripe and hedonistic, drink wellover the next 5-7 years.Value: $240.00Donated by: Iain Boltin & StaceyKaufman

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    12 Bottles Roland Rosario CellarsViognier

    The Roland Rosario Vineyard is located inCopperopolis, CA. Calaveras County is partof the Sierra Foothills. The up-and-comingAVA of Calaveras County has attracteddevoted new wine makers and vineyardmanagers that are focused on producing onlythe highest quality grapes and wines that arebest suited for these special conditions.

    Value: $204.00Donated by: Roland Rosario Cellars

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    2 dozen of Alicia Villanueva'shomemade tamales

    Tamales Los Mayas. Alicia's tamales are aproject of love, of respect for the food andthe people who will eat it and offers her thechance to make a living for her family doingwhat she loves to do, allowing Alicia to

    carry on the traditions of her mother andgrandmothers. "Because my tamales arestuffed with love and the best people arestuffed with my tamales!"Value: $50.00Donated by: Alicia Villanueva

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    2 Guest Passes to SFMOMAThe San Francisco Museum of Modern Artis a dynamic center for modern andcontemporary art. The museum strives toengage and inspire a diverse range of

    audiences by pursuing an innovativeprogram of exhibitions, education,publications, and collections activities.International in scope, while reflecting thedistinctive character of our region, themuseum explores compelling expressions ofvisual culture.Value: $36.00Donated by: SF MOMA

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    2 Hours of Home OrganizationJust can't deal with that messy entryway orcluttered closet anymore? This item consistsof two hours of home organization and de-cluttering services. I'll help you organize aspecific living area or deal with a specificclutter problem in your home. I loveorganizing and simplifying, but I'm notperfect and neither is my own house- so nojudgment will be made, no matter how bigthe mess or how cluttered the space![Donated by Laura Figueroa]

    Value: $100.00Donated by: Laura Figueroa

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    2 Hours of Mother's Helper Time2 hours of Mother's Helper Babysitting for aKindergartener or 1st Grader (i.e., CharlotteShelton, 4th grader, will come and play withyour child while you are at home)Value: $25.00Donated by: Charlotte Shelton

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    2 hrs of Baseball Hitting/SwingingInstruction

    Have a son or daughter playing baseball?Win this item to receive 2 hours of fun-filledbaseball hitting and swing instruction from

    Albany Little League's renowned coach,Jose Figueroa. (3 spots available)Value: $30.00Donated by: Jose Figueroa

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    2 premium tickets to BerkeleySymphony Concert

    More than the sum of its parts, BerkeleySymphony is unique in its makeup anddesign. A mix of professional musicans and

    talented community members who arepassionate about the art of music, BerkeleySymphony is a true synthesis of experienceand personal enjoyment.

    Maestro Nagano served as Music Directorfrom 1978 until 2009, a tenure shared bynearly twenty members of the orchestra.This amazing longevity makes for a uniquebrand of musicmaking, one which willcontinue to evolve under the leadership ofJoana Carneiro, only the third Music

    Director in the orchestra's 40-year history.Value: $60.00Donated by: Berkeley SymphonyOrchestra

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    2 tickets to a Shotgun Playersperformance

    The Shotgun Players is a company of artistson a mission to create bold, relevant,affordable theater. We believe in the power

    of theater as a mechanism through which weand our community examine ourselves andthe world.

    A key accomplishment of the ShotgunPlayers has been their focus on long termrelationships with playwrights andcomposers. To back that up they produce atleast one commissioned play each seasonand many of the commissions also featureoriginal music. To celebrate their 20thanniversary in 2011 they will present an

    entire season of commissioned new works.Keeping with the spirit of innovation andchallenge they encourage their playwrightsto write the epic, sweeping plays they'vealways dreamed of. In 2011 they arecelebrating their 20th season with 5 worldpremieres commissioned from some of theirfavorite playwrights.Value: $50.00Donated by: Shotgun Players

    2202 Tickets to Asian Art Museum

    The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco isone of the largest museums in the Westernworld devoted exclusively to Asian art. Butit is more than just an art museum - it is yourticket to Asia. Here, you can travel through6,000 years of history, trek across sevenmajor regions, and sample the cultures ofnumerous countries.Value: $24.00Donated by: Michael Linn

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    2 Tickets to SF Giants vs. theMinnesota Twins

    Two tickets to the San Francisco Giants vs.the Minnesota Twins on June 21st at 7:15PM. Don't miss your chance to see the 2010

    World Champion Giants!!!Value: $50.00Donated by: Jeff and Jeanette Wallin

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    2 to 3 hours of Laptop Tech SupportPaz Melendez Canales, LeConte parent, willprovide 2 to 3 hours of Computer TechSupport to fix your laptop or desktop. Getpersonalized help from a professional! Didyou recently purchase a new computer and

    need to install the operating system orapplications, or need your data moved fromyour old computer to the new one? Did youget a virus and need your computerrestored? Or is there something wrong withyour computer that is software related andyou have not been able to fix? Restrictions:PC computer only (no Macs). Cannotprovide programs or operating systemsoftware, winner must provide sofware. Nohardware support-- will only do simplehardware related support such as memory

    increases.Value: $300.00Donated by: Paz Melendez Canales

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    2 x Intro Climbing classesBerkeley Ironworks is one of the largestTouchstone gyms and boasts incredibleclimbing terrain along with a variedassortment of additional offerings. You will

    find hundreds of routes and boulderproblems as well as dozens of group classeseach week in yoga, performance cycling,core strengthening, cardio kick-boxing, andmuch more. There is also a multitude ofcardio equipment along with weightmachines and free weights.Value: $58.00Donated by: Berkeley Iron Works

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    3 Nights in Morro BayThree nights in a charming cottage in MorroBay, California. Cottage has 1 bedroom witha queen size bed, 1 small room for sleepingbags, a living room, bathroom and kitchen.View of Morro Rock, one mile from thebeach, about 10 miles from San LuisObispo. Enjoy a quiet long weekend away ora family vacation to the Central Coast.Restrictions: Must be scheduled in advance.Fourth of July weekend not available. Nosmoking or pets.

    Value: $300.00Donated by: Bob & Jackie Pipkin

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    3 Weekend Kid Art Workshop Seriesw/ Elena Topete

    Win a 3 weekend art workshop series withart teacher Elena Topete, parent and artteacher by training, that will take place inFall 2011. In each 3 hour session (3 sessionstotal) your child will learn an art technique

    and create a piece of art to take home (forexample: paper mache, mosaic).Restrictions: 3 weekend dates to bedetermined by Elena Topete in fall 2011.Valid only for fall 2011.Price: $75.00Donated by: Elena Topete

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    3-month Cal Rec Club Membershipand Kid Swim Card

    RSF, Strawberry Canyon Recreation Area,Hearst Pool, and Golden Bear Rec Center[Restrictions: present a valid id upon

    redemption. not valid with other discountsor offers. Must be 18 years or older toredeem certificate. Certificate is non-refundable and non replaceable. Certficateexpires one year from issue date.] [Donatedby Cal Recreational Sports]Value: $250.00Donated by: Cal Recreational Sports

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    4 admission passes to The Jungle or

    Jungle IslandThe Jungle is the premier indoor familyentertainment center for children 12 andunder and their parents. We provide youwith a "WOW" entertainment experience inour jungle themed 20,000 sq. ft. playfacilities. You'll find a GIANT playstructure, a wide variety of hosted birthdayparty experiences, skill games, homemadegourmet pizzas, as well as other familydining choices, all in a fun-filledenvironment that is adult friendly, clean, and

    secure.

    [Donated by The Jungle (Vicki Hess)]Value: $36.00Donated by: The Jungle

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    4 admission passes to The TechMuseum in San Jose

    The mission of the Tech Museum is toengage people of all ages and backgroundsin science and technology experiences that

    educate, inform, provoke thought, andinspire action. They do this through contentand programs featuring "The Spirit ofSilicon Valley" inspiring people, inventionsand mind-set that continues to make thisregion the leading source of science andtechnology innovation.Value: $40.00Donated by: The Tech

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    4 Children's Fairyland TicketsToday, Children's Fairyland holds fast to itsfounding vision to be a magical fantasyworld where young children can create,imagine,play and learn.Value: $32.00Donated by: Children's Fairyland

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    4 Tickets to "Circus Adventure"Two adult and two children tickets to

    "Circus Adventure". Restrictions: Lastshow date Sunday, August 21, 2011.Value: $70.00Donated by: Bay Area Children'sTheatre

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    5 Hour Babysitting Session w/ElenaTopete

    Need a night off? Have a party or show toattend? LeConte parent Elena Topete will

    provide childcare for your child from 6-11pm on a mutually agreed upon date.Restrictions: Mutually agreed upon datemust be arranged at least 2 weeks inadvance.Price: $50.00Donated by: Elena Topete

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    50 Min. Chiropractic Body Work w/Dr. Ziegler, D.C

    Patient testimony from a LeConte parent:As a long time patient of Reuben Ziegler's,I wholeheartedly recommend his

    chiropractic and therapeutic body workservices. He's generously donating anintroductory visit (50 minutes of assessmentand treatment) as well as a therapeutic ionicfoot bath and a session of a bio-communication technology called ZYTO. Ifyou have chronic or acute pain in the body,give yourself the gift of health and visit Dr.Reuben Ziegler. He's an amazing healer!Value: $170.00Donated by: Reuben Ziegler

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    A year subscription of Brain, ChildMagazine

    Brain, Child: The Magazine for ThinkingMothers was founded in 1999 by JenniferNiesslein and Stephanie Wilkinson, twofriends who had babies under a year old.The pair, both with backgrounds injournalism, were itching for writing aboutmotherhood that spoke to them. There wereplenty of outlets for child-rearing tips and

    expert advice, but not a source of smartwriting that delved into the meatier issues ofthat life-altering experience: motherhood.

    In 2010, Brain, Child received the UtneIndependent Press Award for Social/CulturalCoverage. Brain, Child also won in 2003 forBest Personal Life Coverage. Since Brain,Child's inception, the editors of Utne havenominated the magazine in the categories ofGeneral Excellence, Best Writing, and BestNew Title. It is the youngest magazine to

    have been nominated for GeneralExcellence.Value: $22.00Donated by: Brain, Child Magazine

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    Admit 5 pass to Bay Area DiscoveryMuseum

    The Mission of the Bay Area DiscoveryMuseum is to engage, delight and educatechildren through exploration of and

    connection with the local environment andthe diverse communities that live here.Value: $100.00Donated by: Bay Area DiscoveryMuseum

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    Albany Sauna Relaxation Package-Massage and Tub

    The Albany Sauna was built in 1934 byFinnish immigrants whose vision was to

    replicate the natural steam saunas they usedin their native country.

    The four saunas at the albany Sauna arecentered around a brick chimney furnacethat is heated every morning for 5 hoursbefore we open. Throughout the rest of theday the heat retained by the natural springrocks(inside the chimney) create the hotclear steam that makes this type of sauna aunique and beneficial experience. The steampenetrates and warms the body to aid in

    simulating skin circulation, helping therespiratory system(especially if one hascold), cleansing and detoxing the body ofpollutants and relieving general muscularaches and pains.-1 hour massage and 30 min hot tub or saunaValue: $85.00Donated by: Albany Sauna

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    Architectural ConsultationNow is your chance to get ideas from aprofessional architect. The donation is for a1 hour professional consultation with alicensed architect to look at your home,

    answer questions,give ides for spatialorganization, or just rearrange yourfurniture! You decide.Value: $150.00Donated by: Denise Montgomery

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    Architectural Tour of OaklandCathedral of Christ

    Tour the award winning building theOakland Cathedral of Christ the Light, led

    by a senior design architect of the building.This insiders tour will include a descriptionof the architectural design from inspirationthrough final building construction. Thegroup will see original competitiondrawings, solar studies and images ofmodels and sketches and other tools of thedesign process that lead up to the finaldesign.Price: $25.00Donated by: Denise Montgomery

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    Argentinian Empanadas and Winew/Dessert

    ARGENTINIAN TABLE 24 ArgentinianEmpanadas (meat & veggie) 1 ArgentinianWine (Malbec) 1 Flan 1 Dulce de Leche 6Alfajores (cookis filled with Dulce deLeche, covered with chocolate) This is for 4to 5 persons.Value: $100.00Donated by: Daniel and Denise

    Kamenetzky

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    Art by Joaquin Saavedra MacCarthy,Age 7

    Value: $35.00Donated by: Melissa K Saavedra

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    Auto Spa Total Car KitIncluding: Auto/home vacuum, (soapfillable) spray wand, buffer, and detailingtowels--and more! All designed anddeveloped in Berkeley by proud LeConteparent of Lily and Annelise Schouten.Value: $120.00Donated by: Pieter Schouten

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    Back to School BBQ at the FernsJoin your wonderful hosts August and PeterFern for a back to school BBQ in their newhome across the street from LeConte! OnSaturday September 10, 2011 from 4-7 pm,enjoy brews and food on the grill with newand old friends, Principal Wilson, and a fewteachers from LeConte--a great opportunityto get to know other LeConte families at thestart of the new school year. When:

    Saturday, September 10, 2011 from 4-7 pmat the Fern home. Kids welcome at $5 each.Price: $25.00Donated by: Peter & August Fern

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    Backyard- In ( movie with popcornand cookies)

    Family fun for 20, movie viewing in thebackyard with popcorn and homemadecookies.

    Value: $200.00Donated by: Suzanne Fraser

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    Basketball in the Park with MaestroArgueta

    Spend an afternoon playing basketball withMaestro Argueta and three other kids. 2.5hour session. Restrictions: Valid for

    Saturday or Sunday.Value: $80.00Donated by: Luis Argueta

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    Bath Baby Doll and American GirlCalico Kitten Pet

    Kathe Kruse's beautiful Bath Baby doll willbe a fun companion everywhere, becauseshe can come along for a bath or to the poolor beach! The doll's face is beautifully hand-

    painted in the classic Kathe Kruse heirloomstyle, with pretty red hair. The doll is madeof vinyl that is free of nonyphenol andphtalates; made and tested in Germany. 12in. For children ages 3+.Value: $118.00Donated by: Anonymous

    Anonymous

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    Berkeley Cheeseboard $25 Gift

    CertificateThe Cheese Board opened as a small cheesestore in 1967. In 1971, the two originalowners sold their business to theiremployees and created a 100% workerowned business of which they remained apart. The transition to a worker-owned andoperated cooperative relied upon a sharedwork ethic, high standards, and the strongemotional connections among the group.Decisions were made, after much debate,either on the shift or at the monthly

    meetings. The new owners shared a beliefthat the collective process would organicallycreate a truly democratic society.Value: $25.00Donated by: The Cheeseboard

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    Birthday Cake Made with OrganicIngredients

    Enjoy a 9", two layer birthday cake orspecial occasion cake made from scratch byLeConte Parent Kyle Cornforth. Your

    choice of flavor!Value: $25.00Donated by: Kyle Cornforth

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    Caf FannyBreakfast or Lunch for Two

    Value: $25.00Donated by: Cafe Fanny

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    Brushstrokes StudioEnjoy $50 off a birthday party atBrushstrokes Studio in Berkeley for 5people or more.Value: $50.00Donated by: Brushstrokes

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    5 Tickets toBuddy Club Children's Shows

    The Buddy Club Children's Shows wereborn at The Other Cafe Comedy Club in SanFrancisco in 1987. The comedy club

    business was booming and the nationallyfamous Other Cafe was home to many oftoday's leading comedians, including RobinWilliams, Jerry Seinfeld, Dana Carvey,Paula Poundstone, Elaine Boosler, WhoopiGoldberg, and many more.

    After becoming a partner and manager ofThe Other Cafe, Scott Gelfand beganproducing children's shows at the club onSunday mornings. They were an immediatehit. Parents loved to take their families to

    this famous comedy club for a one-hourshow featuring the best children'sentertainers from around the country.Value: $40.00Donated by: The Buddy Club

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    Capoeira $50off Fall Term-Brincadeira Viva Academy

    $50 discount on Fall term enrollment atBVA. or $30 for the Saturday program.

    Valid for full term or partial term Fall 2010.Send in gift certificate with your application:www.footfire.com [Restrictions: Appliesexclusively to 2-class per week option. Sendin gift certificate with application.] [Donatedby Brincadeira Viva Academy (Carlos Hilland Caroline Duke)]Value: $200.00Donated by: Brincadeira VivaAcademy

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    City Car Share Membership$180 toward a NEW City CarShareMembership! This certificate includes 12free months of a ShareLocal membership($120 value) and $30 in driving credits. It

    also waives the $30 application fee.[Restrictions: This award is not transferable.Winner/applicant must meet the CityCarShare driving requirements. Must be 21and up. www.citycarshare.org/requirementsValue: $180.00Donated by: City CarShare

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    Complimentary haircut at SuperCuts

    Price: $15.00Donated by: Supercuts

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    CynfulEats- 2 dozen CubanEmpanadas

    Enjoy 2 dozen Cuban empanadas (meat orvegetable available, TBD with chef) fromCynthia Bazan of Cynful Eats. Delicious,savory empanadas made with flaky puffpastry, handmade by a Cubana-American,

    Oakland based chef. Her food has beenfeatured at Forage SF, at Chan Chan CafeCubano, and will be featured in the EatRealFest in 2011.Value: $50.00Donated by: CynfulEats

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    Dinner and a Theatre ShowLa Note offers an atmosphere inspired byProvence. Dinner boasts a menu full ofdelicious, rustic Provencal selections. Dineoutside from April to October. $25 gift

    certificate.

    AND TWO TICKETS to Aurora Theatre.Aurora Theatre Company provides anurturing environment for theatre artists andartisans to produce and develop plays thatplace a high value on substance,intelligence, and craft. We strive to enrichthe lives of our audience by producing high-quality, thought-provoking work that shinesin an intimate setting.Value: $115.00

    Donated by: Aurora TheatreCompany

    La Note Restaurant

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    Dinner and Movie with 3 LeConteTeachers

    Enjoy a night off while your son or daughtershares dinner and a movie with Ms. Cross,Ms. Blanchard and Ms. Danielle (fromLeConte Commmunity Kids)! Up to 8

    LeConte kids will have dinner and a specialmovie date before the end of the schoolyear! Join Ms. Cross, Ms. Blanchard andDanielle from Community Kidz for a funnight. Date to be arranged.Price: $30.00Donated by: Dana Blanchard

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    Dinner at FilipposLocated in the Elmwood, Filippo's is praised

    for its great food and warm, invitingatmosphere. The menu features plentifulpastas and fresh salads, homemade soup andentrees to satisfy both vegetarian andcarnivorous diners.Value: $20.00Donated by: Filippos

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    Dinner at Zachary'sEnjoy a large stuffed pizza topped with threeingredients from the legendary Zachary'sPizza with this gift certificate.Value: $30.00

    Donated by: Zachary's

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    Dinner for Two at Chez Panisse Cafe

    Value: $150.00Donated by: Chez PanisseRestaurant and Cafe

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    Dinner for Two at Chez Panisse Cafew/House Wine

    Value: $150.00Donated by: Chez PanisseRestaurant and Cafe

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    DMA OrganizingHome Organizing Needs AssessmentTransform your home from a place of clutter

    and confusion to one of clarity and calmwith the help of DMA Organizing. Learnhow to eliminate clutter in your home bymaximizing storage and changing the wayyou use your space. A professionalorganizer will walk through your entirehome with you room by room, providingpractical advice and valuable insight. Youwill also receive a custom organizing plan touse as a roadmap for transforming yourhome.Value: $200.00

    Donated by: DMA Organizing

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    Dozen fresh duck eggs for 8 weeksdelivered

    Home delivery of a dozen fresh and richduck eggs for 8 weeks from the Martin/VanBerry coop.

    Value: $120.00Donated by: Chris Martin &Petronella Van Berry

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    East Bay Nursery$ 25 Gift Certificate

    Value: $25.00Donated by: East Bay Nursery

    263Elmwood Cinemas and Ici Ice Cream

    ExtravaganzaMovie for a family of 4 and then off to IciIce Cream to indulge your taste buds!Value: $60.00Donated by: Rialto Cinemas

    Ici Ice Cream

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    Emerson Modern Dollhouse

    Brinca Dada's "Emerson House" moderndollhouse has six rooms including a livingroom, kitchen, office, master bedroom,bathroom and child's bedroom. The moderndollhouse also includes mitered-glasscorners, two fireplaces, sliding glass doorsand lights powered by solar panels. Finally,the dollhouse is easy on the environmentwith only non-toxic and lead-free woodstains and paints. Assembly required.Specs:30" x 21" x 18"; Scale: 3/4"; Age: 3+Value: $329.00

    Donated by: Anonymous

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    Escape with 2 Nights at a CalistogaRetreat

    2 nights at a Calistoga retreat, includesswimming pool with hot jacuzzi. WiFiinternet access.

    Value: $800.00Donated by: Jackie Bott

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    Estate Planning Consultation withGloria Park

    At your consultation, some basic estateplanning topics and the default rules will bediscussed. The more information you bringto the consultation, the more in depth theconsultation will be. Typical documents in

    estate planning include a living trust, will,power of attorney for property management,and advance health care directive.Value: $900.00Donated by: Gloria Park

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    Family Pass to Habitot Museum forone day

    Habitot founders have created a hands onplay and learning center where young

    children are the big kids exploring the artsand culture in a safe setting designedespecially for small hands and bodies andgrowing minds.Value: $40.00Donated by: Habitot

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    Family Pass to the Oakland Zoo

    Value: $49.00

    Donated by: Oakland Zoo

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    Find Balance- Personal HolisticHealth Coaching

    6 Holistic Health Coaching Sessions: Doyou just wish you had more energy? Do yousometimes struggle to prepare healthy food?

    Are unhealthy food cravings sometimes achallenge for you? Coaching can help.Holistic health coach Stacy Waters ofVitality Harvest helps people discover thepower of plant foods. She is a graduate ofthe eCornell Plant-Based NutritionCertificate Program. She is currentlyenrolled at the Institute for IntegrativeNutrition, graduating in February, 2012.[Restrictions: 3-month holistic healthcoaching program. Coaching sessions tostart in September, 2011. One 50-minute

    session every other week for 12 week, eitherby phone or in person.]Value: $570.00Donated by: Stacy Waters

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    Fioli House and Garden Tour for 2Recognized as one of the finest remainingcountry estates of the early 20th century,Filoli welcomes the public to thisremarkable 654-acre property, including the

    36,000 square foot Georgian country houseand spectacular 16-acre English Renaissancegarden.Value: $30.00Donated by: Filoli

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    Full Chiropractic Consultation w/ JayBunker, D.C.

    The purpose of your consultation with thedoctor is to discuss your health goals and seeif chiropractic is likely to help you. If it

    looks promising, a thorough examinationwill help identify the cause of yourproblem(s). X-rays are rarely necessaryunless there has been a particularly severeinjury. You will receive a quick and painlesscomputerized test called a Myovision whichhelps us see what is going on with yournervous system and muscles. Patients areoften surprised at how thorough theexamination is and how much informationcan be learned when we are going over theresults.

    You'll appreciate a chiropractor that explainseverything in advance!Value: $150.00Donated by: Jay Bunker, D.C.

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    Full Circle Sustainable KitchenCleaning Tools

    Full Circle's line of stylish,functionalproducts made from sustainable and

    renewable resources. Like scrub brusheswith sleek, bamboo handles and spongesmade from cellulose, plant based fiber.We've even made pot scrubbers that fullybiodegrade.Value: $120.00Donated by: Pieter and DarbySchouten

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    Full physical and chiropracticExamination

    "Excellent Chiropractic Care! My childrenand I have been seeing Dr. Mike sinceSeptember, 2003, with much success and

    relief.Value: $140.00Donated by: Westside FamilyChiropractic

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    Fun Trip to the Park or Zoo for YourChild

    LeConte parent Pamela Diebel will takeyour child for a fun trip to the park orOakland Zoo for a morning or afternoon

    (10-2 pm or 12-4 pm). Must be arrangedminimum 2 weeks in advance.Price: $30.00Donated by: Pamela Diebel

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    Fun, Fresh Handmade Designs foryour Kid!

    $55.00 gift certificate to Playdate NYC,customizing creative, chic, comfortable,quality clothing for your child. Featuring

    great designs with felt appliques andcontrast stitching for your boy or girl, youare sure to find something on this site thatfits your child's personality.www.playdatenyc.comValue: $55.00Donated by: Playdate NYC

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    Funky Door Yoga, 1 month UnlimitedYoga Pass

    Funky Door's mission is to make lifelonghealth and wellness the utmost fun bybalancing a serious, rigorous workout with

    an upbeat, humor-inspired environment.Certified instructors teach students theBikram yoga method, instilling the beliefthat anything worthwhile is worth doing,and anything worth doing is worth doing in100-degree heat.

    Instructors are always available at the frontdesk 30 minutes before and after each classto answer any student questions. Come talkwith us! Studio Amenities: Showers andlockers available for use. Mats and towels

    are available for rent.Price: $30.00Donated by: Funky Door Yoga

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    Games of Berkeley Gift Certificate

    Value: $25.00Donated by: Games of Berkeley

    278GC for Dance Classes to Shawl

    Anderson Dance Co.Shawl Anderson Dance Center has beenoffering classes in the East Bay since 1958.We have over 42 classes each week inballet, modern, jazz , hip hop, and creativedance for children and teens ages 1.5 to 18.Value: $50.00Donated by: Shawl Anderson

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    GC to Mariposa BakingOur mission is simple: create gluten freebaked goods that are indiscernible from thefinest, high caliber gluten based productsavailable.

    Value: $25.00Donated by: Mariposa

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    Get Moving with Truck Hauling thatComes to You!

    Revamping your yard, cleaning out yourgarage or moving to a new home? Thenyou're in luck! Bid on hauling or movingservices from LeConte parent AliciaVillanueva. Arrange at least two weeks in

    advance by calling 510-981-1493. LeConteparent Catarina Friedman-Negrin availableto provide translation services, if needed.Value: $300.00Donated by: Alicia Villanueva

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    Gypsy, at Contra Costa Civic TheatreJule Styne and Stephen Sondheims musicalfable of a determined mother living her lifevicariously through her children. This

    American saga puts Madame Rose centerstage as a fearless and endlessly resourcefulstage mother determined to survive theDepression by pushing her daughters intothe spotlight.(June 17 thru July 17 of 2011)Value: $48.00Donated by: Contra Costa CivicTheater

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    Handmade Haiku Poetry Book

    Value: $5.00Donated by: Charlotte Shelton

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    Handmade Peruvian Belt

    Price: $68.00Donated by: The Tail of the YakTrading Post

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    Homemade Guacamole a la RafaelThere is nothing like homemade! Enjoy alarge bowl of homemade guacamole madeby Rafael Canales (parent of 2nd graderDiego). This guacamole is famous amongthose fortunate enough to have tasted thischunky, flavorful guac. Includes freshtortilla chips. 11" diameter bowl will feed10-12 people.

    Value: $45.00Donated by: Rafael Canales

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    Ice Cream + Party + FUN!Enjoy an ice cream party with all the fixingswith Lilah Fraser & Josie Walli! Date to bedetermined.Price: $10.00Donated by: Suzanne Fraser

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    In- N-Out Gift Pack4 guest check coupons and 2 T shirts for theIn -N- Out Burger fan in you!Value: $45.00Donated by: In-N-Out Burger

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    Intimate Dinner for 8 at theMartin/Van Berry Home

    An intimate party of eight friends will betreated to a fabulous feast in a delightfulsetting no hassles, no prep, no clean up. The

    lucky celebrators will spend the evening in aprivate residence in Berkeley, recentlychosen for the AIA East Bay inauguralhome tour. A gourmet meal of five courses,along with hand-picked wine pairings, willbe lavishly presented over the course of amagical evening. Experience an exquisitemenu prepared and served by Chris Martinand Petronella Van Berry.Price: $80.00Donated by: Chris Martin &Petronella Van Berry

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    Is Your Child a Budding Gymnast?Or possibly they're more interested inexploring martial arts? This Kids In Motiongift certificate entitles the winner to twoconsecutive classes chosen from anexcellent program which provides a safe,fun, healthy, and stimulating curriculum forchildren 20 months - 15 years old. Classesprovide age and level appropriate learning

    and are designed with careful attention tothe "whole" student. It is the intent of KidsIn Motion to promote health and fitness forlife in a positive, non-competitiveatmosphere where children will learn tobuild coordination and boost theirconfidence.Value: $29.00Donated by: Kids In MotionGymnastics

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    K9 Shower Portable Dog WashingTank

    What do you do with a dirty dog afterthey've had their fun? When it's time to loadthem into the car or bring them into the

    house?

    You bring them back to civility (andcleanliness) with the warm water of the K9Shower, that's what you do. Your dog isclean and happy, and your car doesn't smelllike the mudflatsPrice: $30.00Donated by: The K9 Shower

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    Kim Chee Making LessonLeConte parent Sarah Kim-Lee will provideinstruction in how to make homemade KimChee. Instruction includes a shopping trip toa local Asian grocery store to learn aboutpurchasing ingredients.Kim Chee is a traditional fermented Koreandish, made of vegetables with variedseasonings.Value: $30.00Donated by: Sarah Kim-Lee

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    Kuk Sool Won Birthday Party for 10Kuk Sool Won of Berkeley has beenoffering a structured martial arts instructionsince 1980. Under the leadership of MasterThomas Brewer, they offer a variety oflessons for all ages. The studio strives totrain for the betterment of well-being,including the improvement of your fitnesslevel and self-protection skills.Value: $100.00

    Donated by: Kuk Sool Won

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    Lawrence Hall and Picnic w/ MaestraAguas y Perez

    Enjoy a picnic lunch and a visit to theLawrence Hall of Science on a Saturday orSunday with Maestra Aguas and Maestra

    Perez.Price: $25.00Donated by: Lily Aguas

    293

    Leah Schwartz Retrospective-ArtBook

    Art book includes a retrospective of the lifeof Leah Schwartz, a painter based in MillValley who was quite well known in the 80'sfor her widespread posters of prints of iris.

    The book includes portraits, flowers,landscapes (many of Marin sites), and anautobiographical commentary.Value: $90.00Donated by: Bessie Citrin

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    Leap Frog Didj Custom GamingSystem

    With games that reinforce skills like mathand spelling, the LeapFrog DIDJ is a custom

    gaming system that parents won't mindseeing their children spending theirafternoons with. Using your computer andthe LEAPFROG Connect application, gamescan be customized to provide all kinds oflearning opportunities for all kids betweenthe ages of six to ten.Value: $90.00Donated by: Robert Ruitort

    295

    Learn to Shop for and CookAuthentic Korean Food!

    LeConte parent Sarah Kim-Lee will provideKorean food cooking lesson in your home toprepare a menu that may include Japchae,

    Korean BBQ, Bibimbop, and more.Instruction includes shopping trip to a localAsian grocery store, and learning toimprovise the recipes with existingingredients in your home.

    Restrictions: Date must be arranged twoweeks in advance with Sarah Kim-Lee.Price: $240.00Donated by: Sarah Kim-Lee

    296Leconte Handmade Pillows

    Design by Noah Friedman, Handmade Oneof a kind, limited edition LeConte Pillowsby Carol MartinPrice: $35.00Donated by: Carol Martin

    297

    Leconte Limited EditionPanda PJ's

    LeConte Limited Edition Panda Pajamashandmade by LeConte parents CatarinaNegrin and Noah Friedman. Only five ofthese original wearable pieces in existence!(3 girls pajama bottoms, 2 boys pajamabottoms)Price: $30.00Donated by: Catarina Negrin

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    Legion of Honor Outing

    Value: $40.00Donated by: Legion of Honor or deYoung Museum

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    Lift Tickets to Sugar Bowl 2011/2012Two tickets to Sugar Bowl for the 2011-2012 ski season (weekday passes). This isthe closest and most family friendly skiresort. A hill for every level, and just 2.5

    hours from home.Value: $142.00Donated by: Sugar Bowl

    300

    Lunch for 2 at Pacific Coast BrewingCo.

    Grab some grub and a brew then sit backand enjoy!Value: $30.00Donated by: Pacific Coast Brewing

    Company

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    Lunch or Brunch for 2 atLa Mediterranee

    Value: $25.00Donated by: La Mediterranee

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    Lunch or Dinner for two to PicanteEat at the restaurant and enjoy Picante'sunique Sopa Azteca, a deep broth brimmingwith smoky chili flavor, full of shreddedchicken, avocado, crunchy tortilla strips andaccompanied by Mexican oregano, a cilantroand onion garnish and some gorgeouslyflavored house made hot sauces. Customersalso rave about the hearty nachos piled withcarne asada, or pick up burritos and take togo.Value: $25.00

    Donated by: Picante

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    Memory Making Set from Artist &Craftsman Supply

    2 Photo Albums & Digital DimensionScrapbook from Artist & Craftsman Supplymake memories of your family and friends!

    Value: $50.00Donated by: Artist & CraftsmanSupply

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    Mixed Case of Blackksmith Cellars3 Bottles 2008 Blacksmith Cellars CheninBlan, North Coast $15, 2 Bottles 2008Blacksmith Cellars Torrentes, Alta Mesa$15, 2 Bottles 2009 Enotropa Verdelho, AltaMesa $15, 3 bottles 2007 Blacksmith Cellars

    Grenache/Syrah, Alexander Valley $20, 2bottles 2006 Cab Alexander Valley $30Value: $225.00Donated by: Blacksmith Cellars

    305

    Moe's Book Shopping & 'Cream' IceCream Sandwiches

    Grab a great book and then cross the streetfor an ice cream sandwich from CREAM!Value: $45.00

    Donated by: Moe's BooksCream

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    Monkey Business CampGirls on the go camp, a field trip camp forgirls age 9 to 13. Each week has a differentline up of fun activities and outings.Value: $130.00Donated by: Monkey BusinessCamp

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    Native American Decorative Vase

    Value: $10.00Donated by: Katrine Shelton

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    Oakland A's- 2 Plaza OutfieldVouchers,2011 Season

    Restrictions: Expires August 21, 2011.Vouchers may be redeemed for an OaklandA's regular season home game except for:

    games on special event nights (openingnight & fireworks), games against theBoston Red Sox, New York Yankees and SFGiants.Value: $36.00Donated by: Athletics

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    One night lodging in beautiful HopeValley, CA

    Tucked away on the eastern edge of

    spectacular Hope Valley, near Lake Tahoe,Sorensen's Resort is an ideal home base forrecreation and relaxation all year long. Thishistoric settlement offers cozy housekeepingcottages, log cabins, and mountain homevacation rentals providing a range ofcharming accommodations. Enjoy fishing,hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing,bicycling or just unwind in a hammock withyour favorite book.Value: $265.00Donated by: Sorenson's

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    Organic Gardening Gift BoxOrganic Gardening Gift Box from theEcology Center: 12 packets of organicvegetable and herb seeds, 100 seed starterpots, wood planting labels, Bay Area LocalFood Wheel, best-selling gardening guide"Golden Gate Gardening," Maxicrop liquidseaweed fertilizer, and Sluggo slug and snailkiller (pet-safe & approved for organic

    agriculture) Grow your own!Value: $110.00Donated by: Amy Kiser

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    Original Framed Photographf/Oakland Photographer

    Title: "Oakland Loco"

    Original photograph from Oakland based

    artist Jason Montano, established PiedmontAve. merchant, owner of Montano Velo bikeshop and designer of Oakland based bicycleline Broakland. Jason's photography hasshown in local galleries and cafes, don'tmiss this opportunity for a beautifullyframed original piece from an Oaklandoriginal! Look closely and you'll find "LoCo" in the photo.Value: $250.00Donated by: Jason Montano

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    Paper Mache Creation

    Value: PricelessDonated by: Our Kids

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    Park Fun w/ Maestro HendersonEnjoy a fun afternoon in the park with 4thgrade teacher Maestro Henderson, playing

    hide and seek and freeze tag and gettingsome good exercise! Good for a 2.5 hourafternoon park session. Restrictions: Validfor Saturday or SundayValue: $20.00Donated by: Unknown Henderson

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    Picnic in the Gardens-Year Round!One year Family Membership to UCBotanical Gardens: If you're a plant lover,this one's for you. The University ofCalifornia Botanical Garden is a living

    museum open to the public featuring one ofthe most diverse plant collections in theUnited States. Established in 1890, theGarden's 34 acres contain over 12,000different kinds of plants from all over theworld arranged by region.

    AND swing by Berkeley Bowl and pick upsnacks, burritos or deli sandwiches to throwa blanket down and enjoy flowers andsunshine!Value: $95.00

    Donated by: Berkeley BowlUC Botanical Garden

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    Picoso Taqueria Gift Certificate

    Value: $30.00Donated by: Picoso Taqueria

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    Priceless Framed Kid's Artfrom Maestra Aguas

    Price: $20.00Donated by: Our Talented Students

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    Professional Handwriting EvaluationDoes your child struggle with holding apencil correctly? Is handwriting a chore? Upfor auction is a 1-hour professionalhandwriting evaluation and consultation

    with a licensed pediatric occupationaltherapist, certified in the award-winningHandwriting Without Tears curriculum: amulti-sensory, developmentally appropriateapproach to teaching handwriting. You'resure to gain some fun tips and play-basedstrategies to help your child improve theirmotor efficiency when writing.Value: $120.00Donated by: Laura Figueroa

    318Repair for a Flute,Clarinet,

    Saxophone, or Oboe-Each instrument that comes my wayinvariably presents a new set of problems.The challenge is to eliminate mechanicalproblems so that one can play with theconfidence that musical thought will not beinterfered with. It was to this end that Irecently took David Straubinger'sprofessional flute workshop in Indianapolisto learn his approach and have received

    certification from him. Each person I'vefound over the years has a different way ofdoing things and I've endeavored to arrive atmy own synthesis of these concepts.Value: $75.00Donated by: Steve DeutschWoodwinds Etc.

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    Rick and Ann's Restaurant GiftCertificate

    Rick and Ann's takes full advantage of thefreshness, variety of ingredients, andcooking talents the Bay Area has to offer,

    creating breakfast, lunch and dinner menusof simple, comforting foods, with universalappeal.

    David Newhouse, Oakland Tribune: "Rickand Ann's remains the gourmet breakfastspot locally. The selections are the mostdiversified, from the incredible French toast(challah bread dipped in orange-cardamombatter) to whole grain, cornmeal orbuttermilk pancakes to a fruit cup that lookslike a painting."

    Value: $30.00Donated by: Rick and Ann'sRestaurant

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    Rockridge Kids Gift Card and Basket

    Value: $50.00Donated by: Rockridge Kids

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    Round of Golf at the RichmondCountry Club

    We're a great golf club with a super group ofmembers who are very welcoming to newfolks. A game can be found for any player

    ability. We put forth the best golf conditionspossible in keeping with our members'vision. Our course is a traditional one withno home sites on property - just golf. Wehave excellent practice facilities in keepingwith our determined effort to make the gameof golf as enjoyable as possibleRestrictions: must be used by 4/23/2012Good for use on Tuesday through Friday.Reservations are mandatory and must bemade in advance. Guests must comply withDress Code policy.

    Value: $500.00Donated by:Richmond Country Club

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    Ruby's Garden $25 gift certificateChildren's clothing and accessories:featuring Bay Area local & independentartists: bold modern, vintage charming,witty urban.Value: $25.00Donated by: Ruby's Garden

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    Shake it Up to Live Music atAshkenaz!

    The winner is entitled to a $20 giftcertificate to Ashkenaz. Ashkenaz Music &Dance Community Center is a nationally

    recognized nonprofit music and culturevenue that specializes in presenting liveworld and roots music. Ashkenaz bringspeople of all ages, cultures and lifestylestogether with music and dance programs thatinclude African, Balkan, Brazilian,Cajun/Zydeco, Carribbean, Middle Eastern,Reggae, American roots from Bluegrass toSwing, and more. Plus, everyone iswelcome! Ashkenaz is all ages and family-friendly. All programs are open to children,and kids 12 and under receive free

    admission (unless otherwise noted).Value: $20.00Donated by: Ashkenaz

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    Shelton's Red Wine Tasting PartyRed Wine Tasting Party for 8 Join yourfabulous hosts Katrine and Peter Shelton onon Saturday, June 25, for an evening of RedWine, Chocolate and Hors D'oevres. 8guests will enjoy red wine tasting and

    comparing. Why drive to Napa when youcan have a delightful evening of wine tastingright around the corner? Kids welcome.Value: $50 per adult. Kids are welcome.Restrictions: Must be over 21. 6-9:00pm?Remember to bid for each person wanting toattend! your name does not mean you + 1Price: $50.00Donated by: Peter & Katrine Shelton

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    Special Event Make- Up Application

    Value: $120.00Donated by: Jaz Makeup

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    Stay *In* with Dinner and a MovieGrab a couple new releases from Five Starand some delicious Mexican take out fromJuan's Place to enjoy a cozy night in thecomfort of your home.

    Value: $30.00Donated by: Juan's Place

    Five Star VIdeo

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    Student Outing w/ Principal CherylWilson

    Principal Wilson will coordinate twoseparate outings for two children per outingon a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Youmay take the Alameda Ferry to SF, have

    lunch, visit the Aquarium, enjoy Pier 39, etc.Or if there is a special event in town(performance, theatre) we may attend. It's allabout having fun, food, laughter withPrincipal Wilson. Restrictions: Valid forSaturday or Sunday only.Price: $50.00Donated by: Cheryl Wilson

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    Style Your Look with Unique Felt

    Earrings!Sustainably made earrings created from feltand laser cut, designed and created by localdesigner Leslie Yang for her companyFeisty Elle.Value: $76.00Donated by: Feisty Elle

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    The Autobiography of Mark Twain

    Value: $34.95Donated by: Hannah Love

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    Tickets to a Berkeley Repperformance

    [Restrictions: 10 days in advancereservations must be made, redeemed at boxoffice in exchange for two tickets to

    Tuesday 8pm, Wed 7pm, Thurs 2 or 8pm,Saturday 2pm, or Sunday 7pm.] [Donated byBerkeley Repertory TheatreValue: $106.00Donated by: Berkeley RepertoryTheatre

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    Tickets to La PenaLa Pena is a vibrant community culturalcenter with a national reputation and a

    global vision that promotes peace, socialjustice and cultural understanding throughthe arts, education and social action.Restrictions Voucher must be exchanged foractual tickets. The value of these tickets isno more than $15.00, seating is limited andsome restrictions apply, use by March 31,2012. Please make arrangements at least 48hrs in advance.Value: $30.00Donated by: La Pena Cultural Center

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    Two Private Pilates Instruction w/Sandy Endo

    Private instruction in Pilates based exercisewith the Pilates apparatus or matwork.Pilates is an exercise system whichstrengthens muscles, increases flexibilityand improves overall health. Your Pilatessession will be tailored to your individualneeds whether you are a weekend warrior orjust trying to keep up with your kids!

    Value: $130.00Donated by: Sandy Endo Pilates andPersonal Training

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    Ulysses Book Fun Pack with BrainQuest Game

    2 Trader Joe's Cookbook, and Picture PuzzleBookValue: $50.95

    Donated by: Ulysses PressAnonymous

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    Ulysses Books- Family SelectionHarry Potter Vocab Builder, Picture Puzzles,Trader Joe's Cookbook & Pirate DrawingBookValue: $50.00Donated by: Ulysses Press

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    Ulysses Press Book SeriesUlysses Press book selection-five children'sbooks (3 in French)Value: $50.00Donated by: Ulysses Press

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    Under Cape Cod Waters, by EthanDaniels

    In Under Cape Cod Waters, published byUnion Park Press in 2010, award-winningphotojournalist Ethan Daniels captures themystery and importance of the oftenoverlooked natural aquatic communitiesalong the Cape Cod coast. With the trainedeye of a scientist and the sensibilities of anartist, Daniels reveals the amazing andresilient life forms that play such a vital rolein maintaining the health and well-being ofthis cherished peninsula.Value: $35.00

    Donated by: Ethan Daniels

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    Westhaven at The Sea Ranch EscapeWesthaven at The Sea Ranch: A place toRelax! 2BR, 2Bath, AEK, washer/dryer, hottub, fireplace, DVD/VCR, CD player (nointernet, no phone, only Verizon cell

    reception) Five minute walk to beach. Year-round community pools and tennis courts.Hiking and ocean bluff trails abound![Restrictions: Our Sea Ranch home is listedfor sale (we'll assure that no "showings"occur during the stay). The winning bidderwould need to use this by the end of June2011.Value: $600.00Donated by: Cathlene Richmond andMark McDonald

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    Wii Dance Pack! Just Dance 2/Jackson Experience

    Get ready to break a sweat and have a greatdance party with family and friends with thisWii fun pack that includes two games: JustDance 2 and Michael Jackson TheExperience. If you like to dance, Just Danceis A LOT of fun for the whole family, age 6to 66!Value: $80.00

    Donated by: Melissa K Saavedra

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    Wii Game- Raving Rabbits PartyCollection

    Every mini-game is fun in its own way.There are rhythm, racing, shooting, flying,drawing, reflex, and just outright silly gametypes to play. There's something that almostanyone can find to enjoy.Value: $40.00

    Donated by: Melissa K Saavedra

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    Wine tasting Dinner w/ winemakerIain Boltin

    Come join us for an evening of wine tastingand wonderful food. Spend the evening withwinemaker Iain Boltin and enjoy good food

    and great company. [Donated by Carly EStrouse]Price: $50.00Donated by: Carly E Strouse

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    YMCA 1 year membershipThe YMCA is a leading nonprofitcommitted to helping people andcommunities to learn,grow, and thrive. Bynurturing the potential of every child and

    teen, improving the nation's health and wellbeing.Value: $161.00Donated by: Downtown BerkeleyYMCA

    342

    Yoga Mandala 5 class passYoga Mandala is a resource center foreducation in, and the practice of, the HathaYoga, Tantra and Ayurveda traditions.

    Value: $80.00Donated by: Yoga Mandala

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    4 gallery passes for admission toYBCA

    Yerba Buena Center for the Arts presentscontemporary art from the Bay Area andaround the world that reflects the profound

    issues and ideas of our time, expands theboundaries of artistic practice, andcelebrates the diversity of human experienceand expression.

    [Donated by Yerba Buena Center For TheArts]Ticket Price: $20.00 (Value: $112.00)Donated by: Yerba Buena Center forthe Arts

    402Berkeley Sauna Massage and Hot

    TubBuy a raffle ticket to grab this BerkeleySauna Relaxation Package!Ticket Price: $20.00 (Value: $64.00)Donated by: The Berkeley Sauna

    403

    Leah Schwartz RetrospectiveArt book includes a retrospective of the life

    of Leah Schwartz, a painter based in MillValley who was quite well known in the 80'sfor her widespread posters of prints of iris.The book includes portraits, flowers,landscapes (many of Marin sites), and anautobiographical commentary. [Donated byBessie Citrin]Ticket Price: $20.00 (Value: $30.00)Donated by: Bessie Citrin

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    Pandora Tour with Swag and LunchPandora offices are located in Uptown,Oakland. Together our team of musician-analysts has been listening to music, onesong at a time, studying and collecting

    literally hundreds of musical details onevery track - melody, harmony,instrumentation, rhythm, vocals, lyrics ...and more! We continue this work every dayto keep up with the incredible flow of greatnew music coming from studios, stadiumsand garages around the country.

    With Pandora you can explore this vasttrove of music to your heart's content.Ticket Price: $20.00 (Value: $100.00)Donated by: Pandora

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    Scandia Family CenterFamily Fun Center!- arcade, minature golf,pizza, raceway,and bumper cars.Ticket Price: $20.00 (Value: $32.00)Donated by: Scandia Family Center

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    Winchester Mystery House Mansion

    TourWinchester Mystery House is an extravagantmaze of Victorian craftsmanship marvelous,baffling, and eerily eccentric, to say theleast. Tour guides must warn people not tostray from the group or they could be lostfor hours! Countless questions come to mindas you wander through the mansion such as,what was Mrs. Winchester thinking whenshe had a staircase built that descends sevensteps and then rises eleven?Ticket Price: $20.00 (Value: $120.00)

    Donated by: Winchester MysteryHouse


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