Welcome to the Temple Rock Café 2012! We are proud once again to transform TBE into the “Temple Rock Café.” Temple Rock is a joyous way for TBE to ring in 2012; a special night where the TBE community comes together for a wonderful evening. This year, in addition to music provided by the Westhill High School Jazz Band, we are bringing a cabaret feel to the Temple Rock Café with a performance by renowned mentalist Mark Stone -- prepare to be amazed! The Temple Rock Steering Committee works hard to make sure that this is a fabulous night for everyone. Evenings like this remind us what a special place TBE is and how fortunate we are to be members of such a wonderful institution. We would be remiss if we did not remind you that Temple Rock also is TBE’s most important annual fundraiser after the Annual Appeal. Please take part in both the live and silent auctions – not only do you walk away with fabulous items, but every dollar goes directly to TBE. Please spend generously. There is something for everyone, from sports and theater tickets to hotel and vacation packages, from jewelry and clothing to tastings and catered dinners in your home, as well as gift certificates for some of the top restaurants in Fairfield County. Our thanks to all of you who contributed to and solicited items for this year’s auction. Finally, our special thanks to our Temple Rock Patrons, who once again have stepped up to the plate and delivered a home run for TBE. We are very fortunate to have so many generous people at Temple Beth El. Again, thanks to everyone for coming to this year’s Temple Rock Cafe. Enjoy!
Eileen H. Rosner
David Wolff
Co-Chair Temple Rock Cafe
Co-Chair Temple Rock Cafe
TEMPLE ROCK CAFÉ
Program Guide 7:30 PM
The Fun Begins! Check-in, Cocktails, Appetizers Silent Auction Superbowl Pool, Raffle and Giving Tree Enjoy the music of the Westhill High School Jazz Band
8:30 PM
Dinner is Served
9:15 PM
Silent Auction ends
9:30 PM
Dinner ends
9:35 PM
Live Auction
10:00 PM Prepare to be Amazed by Mentalist Mark Stone Enjoy Dessert with the Show 11:15 PM Raffle Winners Announced Collect Your Winnings! Check-Out Begins in the Lobby Pick your items on the Giving Tree The Countdown begins to Temple Rock Café 2013
Temple Rock Café Thank you all for getting this done! CO-CHAIRPERSONS Liz & Scott Krowitz Cheryl & David Wolff Elissa & James Hyman Eileen H. Rosner Betsy & Peter Kempner COMMITTEE MEMBERS Mara & Rabbi Josh Hammerman Michal Frankel & Cantor George Mordecai Rabbi Michelle Dardashti & Nathan Sher Diane & David Arditti Amy & Mel Bloomenthal Susan & Martin Clarke Stacy & Don Cooper Wendy & Jon Durica Stacey & Eliot Essenfeld Karen Feinberg Heidi and Harrison Ganz Terry & Asa Hazen Katie & Eric Kaplan Jeannie Kasindorf Rona & Mark Katz Sharon & Steven Katz Carol & Allen Krim
Lieba & Steve Lander Marcy & Peter Rathman Sally & Jim Rothkopf Roni & Allan Lang Cathy & David Satz Francie Leader Irene & Eli Savransky Susan & Steve Leiterstein Shelly & Harold Schwartz Rachel Leiterstein & Gadi Zohar Debbie & Leon Shapiro Hope & Peter Levensohn Karen & Jose Singer-Freeman Lois Stark & Gary Lessen Suzanne & Norman Stone Claudia Lubin Amy Essenfeld & Ken Temple Jennifer & Harris Meth Lori & Bruce Tobin Stacye & Stuart Nekritz Gail G. & Steve Trell Jeanne Feore & Larry Peikes Dana & Carl Weinberg Michele & Scott Piskin Mia & Lonny Weinstein Risa & Mike Pollack Harriet & Seymour Weinstein Lisa & Mitch Pomerance Nicole & Ron Zussman Honni & Sylvan Pomerantz
Special thanks to Steven Lander, for ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING! Mindy Rogoff for setting up the Auction Catalog. With very special thanks to Eileen H. Rosner for her guidance and her attention to detail, Ellen Gottfried for everything she has helped with, Linda Rezak for her expertise and patience, and Leon Shapiro and David Katz for their excellence with computer programs and creating invoices. And everyone who was kind enough to give up part of their evening to “work” and help the night go smoothly. Please accept our most sincere apologies and our thanks for your understanding if we inadvertently did not list your name or credit your donation, or if an item could not be listed because of the printing deadline.
Temple Rock Café Our thanks go out to our friends in the community for their generous contributions to this evening. With very special thanks to Stan Miller and Patrick Eagleton from Rosco Lighting and Contemporary Lights and Staging who generously provided the decorative lighting for the event, and to Aviva Maller Photography for photographing the event. Aavon Pest Control Abigail’s Appliance ServiceCenter of Stamford Artist’s Market Asta Magna Festival Audiohaus Studio Lillian August Andrea & Eric Bass Ballet School of Stamford Bella’s Boutique Beth Torah Caterers Senator Richard Blumenthal Bridgeport Sound Tigers Ronnie Brockman C & G Crystal & Gifts Caramoor Clino’s Pizza, Pasta & Things Colbert Report Show Connecticut Cigar Company Construction Solutions Group Consumer Reports Alan Cooper Anderson Cooper Karen & Larry Cowit Crystal Rock Bottled Water Curtain Call Karen Curtis The Daily Show Rabbi Michelle Dardashti Dooney & Bourke Michael Dorf and City Winery Doral Arrowwood Dragonfly Fran & Steve Ehrlich Andy Ellis Entertainment Fairway Market Finescape and Sons Jared Finkelstein David Firestein
Rosalea & Richard Fisher La Fontanella Restaurante Fox Network Avi Freedberg, National Collectors Mint Keith Friedman Suzanne Fruithandler Heidi & Harrison Ganz Garelick & Herbs Gelbco Limousine Genadeen Caterers Fran & Gerry Ginsburg Cheryl Bader-Goldblum & Stephen Goldblum g/r/a/n/d Grapes of Norwalk Dr. Stephen Green Rabbi Joshua & Dr. Mara Hammerman Mindy & Jeff Hausman Heart of Gold Fine Jewelry Congressman Jim Himes Inside Park at St. Bart The Joyce Theater Alan Kalter Karen & Robert Katchko Joy & Larry Katz Rona & Mark Katz Betsy & Peter Kempner Kids U Barbara Klipper Vicki & Mark Kobliner KOSH Liz & Scott Krowitz Joshua Lander of Daniel Smick Inc. Karen & Lieba Lander Susan & Steven Leiterstein Late Show with David Letterman David Lejfer – Hot Leathers Inc. Lois Stark & Gary Lessen Hope & Peter Levensohn Senator Joseph Lieberman Main Event Caterers, Inc. Mendy’s Kosher Deli Jennifer & Harris Meth
Dr. Michal Frankel & Cantor George Mordecai Minuteman Press of Stamford The Mohegan Tribe Mundu Wigo Bracha Moshe MTV Studios NAGI Jewelers New York Mets Nobel Salon Nobu Nourison Mayor Michael Pavia Michele & Scott Piskin Lisa & Mitch Pomerance Honni & Sylvan Pomerantz Maury Povich Quattro Pazzi Regency Limousine Rosie Royal Green Restaurant at Sterling Farms Rue Des Crepes Captain Saam’s Scuba School Sakura Restaurant Salon Wayne Salon Shahin Cathy & David Satz Sam Schwartz Shelly & Harold Schwartz Maddie & Alan Shayne Stamford Police Department Martha Stewart Nancy & Bob Stone Seasons Trendsetters Salon Town Fair Tires UBS The Village Yarn Shop W.B. Mason Office Products-Stan Rosen Wagner’s Water’s Edge at Giovannis Dana & Carl Weinberg Westport Country Playhouse WFAN Cheryl & David Wolff Nicole & Ron Zussman
We apologize if we have inadvertently omitted any names in this list. We assure you it’s a slip of the pen, not a slip of the heart!
PLEASE NOTE:
Since all of the items in our auction are intended for the general public and not exclusively to our Jewish community, both kosher and non-kosher
establishments are being featured on the auction.
Temple Rock Café Guidelines and Rules
Conditions of Sale: 1. Unless other specified, dates and times are to be arranged for redemption of your purchase at the mutual convenience of the donor and the buyer, and all applicable offerings (e.g. lodging, airfare, restaurants) are subject to space availability and reservations. Please read all conditions and specifications carefully. 2. Unless otherwise noted, all items and services must be used within one year of the date of purchase (February 4, 2012). 3. Payment must be made in full by cash, check, MasterCard or Visa. Only MasterCard or Visa will be accepted. Items will be released to you upon presentation of a paid receipt. Note: A convenience fee of 2.5% will be assessed on all credit card charges. 4. Temple Beth El warrants neither the quality nor the value of the items or services offered this evening. All items are sold in “as is” condition. Dollar values are estimated and provided by the donor and are not warranted by Temple Beth El. 5. By participating in this Auction, each bidder recognizes that neither Temple Beth El nor anyone who assists in conducting this Auction shall be liable for any occurrence resulting from this Auction by reason of use of the purchased items or services. 6. If it is necessary to leave prior to the conclusion of the Auction and the creation of the invoices (please see Payment Guidelines below) and you win any items, you will be called the next morning to arrange to pay for and pick up your item(s). By leaving your bid “in” prior to the close of the tables, you will be obligating yourself to pay for the winning item.
Auction: 1. The Auction starts at 7:30 p.m. Items, when practical, are displayed for your viewing pleasure on tables in the social hall. When an item is not able to be displayed (for instance, a vacation home in St. Thomas) there will be a sign describing the item in detail. 2. When you see an item you are interested in, CLEARLY write your bidder number, initials and dollar amount of your bid on the corresponding bidding sheet. 3. Please make certain that your bid is higher than those above it, and observe the minimum required increment shown on the bidding sheet or your bid will be invalidated (deemed “illegal”). 4. We urge you to check back frequently during the Auction to make sure that you still have the highest bid on the item you want. You may wish to increase
your bid over the last bid listed. The winner of each item will be the highest legal bid on the sheet for that particular item at the close of the Auction. The Silent Auction will close at 9:30 p.m. 5. At 11:15 p.m. a summary will be made available listing all the bidder numbers with each winning auction item number beside it. If you have won items, proceed to checkout in the lobby to pay for and claim your merchandise or certificates.
Payment Guidelines: All merchandise can be paid for and picked up in the lobby starting at 11:15 p.m. 1. Please understand that it takes time to tabulate the winners of each silent auction item and then add the results from the Live Auction and create individual invoices for each bidder number. Please do not ask to be cashiered out prior to 11:15 p.m. unless you are using “Express Checkout.” 2. Items must be paid for by cash, check, MasterCard or Visa. Note: A convenience fee of 2.5% will be assessed on all credit card charges. 3. Express Checkout is available. If you plan to leave early, you may sign a credit authorization at the registration and your charge card will be billed for your purchases. Note: A convenience fee of 2.5% will be assessed on all credit card charges. Items may be picked up the next morning during Hebrew School hours (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon). 4. Present your paid invoice to the merchandise distribution volunteers to receive your winning items. 5. If it is necessary to leave prior to the conclusion of the Auction and the creation of the invoices, you will be notified if you have won either an Auction item or Raffle item the next morning. 6. Any item purchased from the Giving Tree (The Giving Tree, which will be available the night of the event, is a way to donate money directly targeted for specific operating expenses of the Temple.) will be added to your invoice and is fully tax deductible.
Tax Information The Temple is required to provide information regarding the deductibility of payments by patrons at our fundraising events. The IRS states that fundraising activities in which part or all of a contribution may be deductible includes auctions when merchandise or benefits are received in return for payment of a specified minimum amount. For the auction items: The fair market value, to the best of our knowledge, will be listed in the catalogue. If your successful bid is higher than the value stated, the difference is tax deductible. Please consult with your tax advisor for the full extent of your tax deduction. Thank you for your support of Temple Beth El. Respectfully, The Temple Rock Café Committee
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Overnight in New York – Hip Hotel and No Driving! Morgan’s Hotel Group has generously offered one night in a Superior Room at the Mondrian Soho. Enjoy dinner with your $150 gift certificate from one of the Fourth Wall Restaurants (Maloney & Porcelli, Park Avenue, Post House, Quality Meats, Smith & Wollensky), use your $250 gift certificate to see a Broadway show, and travel in style with a gift certificate for $100 towards your round trip limo from Regency Limousine, Inc. Donors: Andrea & Eric Bass value: $900 Regency Limousine, Inc. Liz & Scott Krowitz Cheryl & David Wolff
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Breakfast in Washington, DC Breakfast for four with Senator Blumenthal in the U.S. Senate dining room and a staff tour of the Senate office and U.S. Capitol. Donor: Senator Richard Blumenthal value: Priceless
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Diamond Pendant This brilliant pendant holds 48 round diamonds that are pave-set in 14k white gold around four square brilliant-cut diamonds accented by a diamond bail and14k white gold chain. Donor: Anonymous value: $1,538
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Vail Ski Vacation-Christmas Week This package includes a week of lodging at The Sandstone Creek Club in Vail, Colorado from December 22-29, 2012. You will be staying in a fully furnished two-bedroom, two-bath apartment that easily sleeps six adults. The Sandstone Creek Club amenities include an indoor and outdoor pools, Jacuzzi and health club. The Sandstone Club shuttle takes you to and from the mountain day and night. To complete this package, we will also provide van transportation for up to 10 people from one location in the greater Stamford area to and from one of the local airports. Donor: Honni and Sylvan Pomerantz value: $2,850
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Attention Foodies – This Is Your Chance To Actually Cook In a NYC Restaurant (and have a great meal)! Four lucky people will spend about 3 hours in the bustling, working kitchen of Inside Park at St. Bart’s, 347 Park Ave. (51st & Park), New York City at St. Bart’s with executive chef Matthew Weingarten. Chef Matt is one of NYC’s leaders in the “farm-totable” seasonal-locarvore movement. You will actually cook, learn techniques and see how a NYC kitchen operates during service hours. Chef Matt will consult with you before-hand to understand your eating/cooking likes and kitchen-skills you might want to gain. A rare chance to actually work in a professional NYC kitchen! Afterward, the four of you will enjoy dinner in the gorgeous dining room for a fabulous four-course meal (includes an aperitif, otherwise wine/liquor not included). An evening not to be forgotten. Good through 2012 (and can be used on a Saturday night!); must coordinate date/time with Chef Matt Inside Park . Round trip limo ride included. Donor: Inside Park at St. Bart’s value: Priceless Gelbco Limousine
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Be an Adventurer! Take a Private Airplane Ride (2 people) from Danbury Airport to Nantucket, Block Island or Martha’s Vineyard. Enjoy a special sight- seeing tour from a birds-eye view with co-pilot Dr. Stephen Green. This wonderful adventure comes complete with a $120 American Express Gift Card so you can enjoy a delicious lunch. Donor: Dr. Stephen Green value: Priceless
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Hot Air Balloon Ride for Four People Float for an hour above the treetops and below the clouds. When you land, celebrate with a fruit juice or champagne toast! Fully transferrable - makes a fantastic gift! May used anytime in the next 12 months. Donor: Soaring Adventures of America Inc. value: $800
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Come Sail With Us You can be the successful bidder for this fabulous 2½ hour voyage on the Tall Ship SoundWaters, a three-masted schooner styled after a 19th century Chesapeake Bay sharpie schooner. Treat up to 40 friends or family, enjoying a brilliant sunset or beautiful afternoon on Long Island Sound, enjoyed from the deck of this 80-foot sailing vessel. The decks are wide and comfortable and can even accommodate wheelchairs. A quiet diesel engine motors the schooner until the sails are raised. Board at Brewer Yacht Haven Marina in Stamford. Donor: SoundWaters value: $2,000
SPECIAL OFFER TONIGHT
EVERYONE WINS!!! Pew seats and reserved parking spot for the High Holidays! No Shuttle Buses and Stage Seats for You! Just imagine: The crazy, busy, slaving-over-a-hot-oven days of getting ready for the High Holidays…Rushing out the door to get to Temple and then not being able to park…and then, not being able to sit! Well, not for the buyers of this wonderful item! Every member family that bids $950 will receive prime reserved parking in the Temple Beth El parking lot and Pew Seats for your immediate family for both days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur too! How’s that for starting the New Year off right?
Donor: Temple Beth El Set Price $950 Sign up for this special deal! No one will be turned away.
Auction Table Closing Time: 9:15 p.m. Stroll around the social hall and check out our fabulous auction items. Add your bidder number and your initials to items you want. Check back often to make sure you have not been outbid by others! Remember to watch the time and be careful to make sure your bids are “legal!”
ONE OF A KIND 100
UBS Parade Spectacular Four Reserved Bleacher Seats Four Reserved Bleacher Seats, Step-Off at 12 noon. Bleachers open at 10:00 a.m. Seat availability cannot be guaranteed for arrivals after 11:00 a.m. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Nontransferable, valid only for November 18, 2012. Donor: UBS value: Priceless
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Record a Demo or Learn How Music Is Made! Spend Five Hours in the Audiohaus Studio. Great gift for your musicloving, talented teenager! Audiohaus is a local, dynamic Stamford audio-production studio specializing in digital hip-hop, rap, dance and rock production. Spend up to five hours anyway you’d like in this professional studio. Professionally record your own music/voice demo (with Audiohaus helping with the backing tracks), bring a CD of your favorite songs and learn how to create a “mash-up,” and/or simply learn digital recording techniques and audio editing software like Pro Tools and Ableton Live. Co-owners Dru and Ant are young, hip and fun and will ensure you get the most out of this fabulous session. Good through 2012; must coordinate date/time with Audiohaus Productions. Can be used as an individual, or they can be accommodating if you have a band. Donor: Audiohaus Studio value: Priceless
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Malt Lovers - Over 120 Bottles of Single Malt Whiskies to Try! Great for all you whisky lovers! Two tickets ($150/ticket) to the Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s annual Single Malt & Scotch WhiskyExtravaganza in NYC. Simply one of the best whisky-tasting events. Unlimited tastings from over 35 Scottish whisky distilleries (including The Glenlivet, Aberlour, Balvenie, Bowmore, Ardbeg, Springbank, Dalmore, Glenmorangie, Highland Park, Jura, Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Macallan, Scapa, Oban, Strathisla and many, many more) – each bringing their product range and other special & rare bottlings. Event also provides a full gourmet dinner buffet, a package of high-end cigars and a souvenir whisky tasting glass! AND - also included in this fabulous package are two rare, independent
bottlings of Glen Garioch 1989 17 Year Old single malt whisky (retails ~$90.00/bottle)… wow! Takes place Thursday, May 10, 2012 from 7-9 p.m. at the Roosevelt Hotel, NYC (Madison at 45th Street – 10 minute walk from Grand Central Station). Ticket pick-up at door. Dress is business casual. Donor: Maddie and Alan Shayne value: $480
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Cigar Rolling Lesson and Lounge Time for Four Friends (21+) Great for your dad’s 50th birthday! Spend an hour with Connecticut Cigar Company’s master cigar roller and learn the history and lore of cigars and practice your hand at rolling your own – choosing tobacco leaves from the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua or Honduras. C3’s cigar master has been professionally rolling cigars for over 30 years and worked for Arturo Fuente and Davidoff. After your lesson, you will receive a special second cigar to take into their private lounge, where you can enjoy your smokes in a very relaxed atmosphere. Stay as long as you’d like (till closing!). To make your evening even more enjoyable, C3 is BYOB and this package comes with either a bottle of wine or single malt Scotch for you to bring along and sip with your fine fine cigars. Good through 2012 Donor: Connecticut Cigar Company value: Priceless
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DJ for a Private Event Private DJ for party for up to 3 hour event. Donor: Andy Ellis Entertainment
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value: $500
Four Seats on the Grandstand at the Israel Day Parade Enjoy the parade on June 3, 2012 and then use your $25 gift certificate at Abigail’s on Broadway (kosher restaurant). Donor: Karen Lander value: Priceless Abigail’s value: $25
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New York Stock Exchange – Right on “the Floor”! Perhaps no building symbolizes America’s capitalism as readily as the New York Stock Exchange. George B. Post’s magnificent million-dollar landmark structure opened its doors for trading on April 22, 1903. Win this item and you and three others will take a tour of the World Famous New York Stock Exchange Trading Floor. This is a unique opportunity as the Exchange is no longer open to the public. You will receive a guided private tour of the trading floor and learn how stocks trade as well as view the bell podium (as seen on TV) which opens and closes the trading day. The tour is for up to four people. Business attire is required. You must be a minimum of 10 years old. One week advance notice will be required to set up your visit. Donor: Liz & Scott Krowitz value: Priceless
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Tour for Two of City Winery in New York Includes tour of winemaking facility, 155 Varick Street, NYC, and a sample of our wines. Expires February 4, 2013. Must be 21 years old. Donor: Michael Dorf and City Winery value: $50
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Challah of the Month Club Two hand-baked challahs every month for a year, made with love by Lieba Lander using her world famous recipe. Donor: Lieba Lander value: Priceless
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Trip to the Stamford Town Center for Three High School Students Includes stop at Starbucks for a treat! Donor: Rabbi Michelle Dardashti
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value: Priceless
Sukkot Dinner for Two Families Enjoy dining under the stars and enjoy a delicious meal with Rabbi Michelle Dardashti and her family in their sukkah, during the joyous holiday of Sukkot. Donor: Rabbi Michelle Dardashti value: Priceless
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Cookie Lover’s Basket Chocolate hazelnut caramel, pistachio cranberry white chocolate, salted nut, raspberry almond meringue, triple espresso brownies...just to name a few in an 8 pound assortment of home-baked bar cookies. Yum! Yum! Enjoy! (not certified kosher) Donor: Dana Weinberg value: $125
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Sukkot with the Hammermans Enjoy dining under the stars and enjoy a delicious meal with Rabbi Joshua and Dr. Mara Hammerman in their sukkah, during the joyous holiday of Sukkot. Donor: The Hammermans value: Priceless
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Discover Diving Gift certificate for two-hour Discover Scuba session, one-hour class and one-hour pool. Donor: Captain Saam’s Scuba School value: $100
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Private Tour of Consumer Reports Testing Facility and Wine Reception for Up to Six People Unique opportunity to meet engineers and scientists on a customdesigned tour at Consumer Reports’ largest testing facility in Yonkers, NY. Schmooze afterwards. Donor: Consumer Reports Genadeen Caterers (wine) value: Priceless
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Havdalah with the Frankel-Mordecais A delicious dinner-is yours to enjoy with Cantor George Mordecai and Dr. Michal Frankel and their lovely family in their home. Donor: The Frankel-Mordecais value: Priceless
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Audubon Naturist Program Private nature walk up to 15 people at Greenwich Audubon or for 25 children at child’s school. Donor: Dr. Michal Frankel value: Priceless
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High Flying Flag (to be flown over the U.S. Capitol building!) Though this 3’ x5’ cotton flag is a standard size and style, there is nothing standard about it! This flag will be flown over our nation’s Capitol in Washington in honor of the person you choose on the date of your choice and will be authenticated with a certificate marking the this special occasion. Win this piece of Americana and this unique gift! Donor: Congressman Jim Himes value: Priceless
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Lunch with U.S. Congressman Jim Himes and a Tour of the U.S. Capitol in Washington Enjoy lunch in the Members’ Dining Room of the United States Capitol building and then if you like, you can join a guided tour of the building itself. Arrange your schedule so you can be in Washington D.C. when Congress is in session. No telling who you will see...President Obama? Donor: Congressman Jim Himes value: Priceless
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Tour of the U.S. Capitol Staff-led on a date of your choosing, Monday - Friday. Donor: Senator Joseph Lieberman value: Priceless
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Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two People Float for an hour above the treetops and below the clouds. When you land, celebrate with a fruit juice or champagne toast! Fully transferrable - makes a fantastic gift! May used anytime in the next 12 months. Donor: Soaring Adventures value: $400
AROUND THE HOUSE OR OFFICE 200
Take Note of this one! iPad This should be the Apple of your eye! iPad with 3G service and 16 GB memory Donors: Mindy & Jeff Hausman, Joy & Larry Katz, Vicki & Mark Kobliner, Cathy & David Satz, Cheryl & David Wolff value: $680 including tax
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Panasonic 32” LCD TV Model TC-L32C3 Donor: Anonymous
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value: $350
Weber Charcoal Grill Performer charcoal, top-of-the-line grill - black Donor: Anonymous value: $350
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Lenovo T61, Type-Model 7659-12U “Think Pad” Computer T7300 Core2Duo 2GHz processor, 2GB memory, 80 GB hard drive, 14.1” 1280x800 LCD screen, CDRW-DVD combo drive, Intel 802. 11agn wireless, Bluetooth capability, Fingerprinter reader, Windows XP Pro operating system, 90 day warranty. Donor: Lois Stark & Gary Lessen value $400
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Screened Topsoil 20 yards of screened topsoil delivered anywhere in Stamford. Donor: Karen and Robert Katchko value: $750
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Stationery and Matching Envelopes Minuteman Press will give one hour of graphic design time to help you create great-looking, new stationery. Minuteman Press will print 500 sheets and 500 envelopes in up to two colors on 60 pound paper. Donor: Minuteman Press value $525
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Seder Plate Peggy Karr grape design seder plate Donor: C. G. Crystal & Gifts
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Hanukkah Menorah Glass menorah and candles Donor: Susan & Steven Leiterstein
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value: $90
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Tree of Life Finescape and Sons will deliver and install a weeping caliper cherry tree at your house in the spring of 2012. Location consultation will be conducted before installation. Donor: Finescape and Sons value: $750
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Monumental Amber Glass Bowl Oversize hand-blown glass bowl. Vintage Californian art glass in amber glass with internal patterns. Donor: Artists’ Market value: $675
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Live Like a King with New Crown Molding Let Lander Group, LLC, install crown molding in one room of your home. Maximum room size 16’ x 16”. Donor: Lander Group, LLC value: $675
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Waring Electric Martini Maker Comes with a pair of martini glasses. Donor: Appliance ServiceCenter of Stamford
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Waring Wine Chiller Comes with a bottle of wine! Donor: Appliance ServiceCenter of Stamford
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value: $110
value: $90
Wash Your House and... Let Joshua Lander of Daniel Smick, Inc. power wash your home for you. Get rid of that winter snow and spring rain and resulting mud and mildew and head into summer with a sparkly clean home. Donor: Joshua Lander of Daniel Smick, Inc. value: $500
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Keukenhoff Gardens Framed and Matted Photograph 13” x 19” photograph of Keukenhoff Gardens, Amsterdam by Alan Cooper. Donor: Alan Cooper value: $150
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Gondoliers at Dawn Framed and Matted Photograph 13” x 19” photographs of Gondoliers at Dawn, Venice by Alan Cooper. Donor: Alan Cooper value: $150
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Protect Your Home Pre-Party treatment One-time spray for flying and biting insects. Donor: Aavon Pest Control value: up to $350
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Nourison Nourmak Hand-Woven Rug Nourison’s signature patented weaving process was specifically created to give these masterpieces the elegant antique look of fine museum originals. These sophisticated flat-weaves add texture and style to any room. Premium hand woven construction promises long lasting performance, and a unique combination of value and beauty. 100% wool - Handmade in India 6’ x 9’ beige tones. Donors: The Peykars - Nourison value: $1,500
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American Chestnut Lithograph Framed and matted hand-pulled lithograph by TBE member, Dana Weinberg. 100% rag paper, signed and numbered. Donor: Dana Weinberg value: $150
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Jack La Lanne’s Power Juicer No slicing, no dicing, no peeling, use the whole fruit! Fast, healthy, fresh juice in seconds! Extra-large round feeder, dishwasher safe, whisper-quiet operation. Free bonus: “Secrets of Power Juicing Recipe Guide” Donor: Shelly and Harold Schwartz value: $150
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Ralph Lauren Picture Frame Silver, 5” x 7” Donor: Heidi and Harrison Ganz
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value: $150
Keurig Coffee Maker plus Two Boxes of Coffee Pods One box regular; one box decaffeinated. (48 pods) Donor: Stan Rosen, W.B. Mason Office Products
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Lillian August Assorted Goodies Basket Selection of exclusive Lillian August goodies. Donor: Lillian August
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value: $250
Quench Your Thirst Six months of bottled water service from Crystal Rock, LLC, including use of a cold or a hot/cold water cooler and four 5-gallons of
either Crystal Rock Premium Water or Vermont Pure Natural Spring Water per month. Donor: Crystal Rock, LLC value: $250
WINE AND DINE 300
Brunch for 20 People with One Wait Staff Assorted sliced bagels, thinly sliced smoked Norwegian Salmon garnished with lemon wedges and sprigs of dill, cream cheese medley with sliced tomatoes and onions, mixed baby field greens with slivered apples, walnuts, grapes and feta lightly drizzled with citrus vinaigrette, challah French Toast dusted with confectioners sugar served with maple syrup, wheat berry mango salad, cinnamon and chocolate babka, summer fruit salad. Non-negotiable/non-refundable. Now on our approved caterers list! Donor: Garelick & Herbs value: $700
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Grapes Wine Tasting for Eight at Your Home The Wine Tasting for eight includes a tasting of superb wines led by a Grapes Wine Professional. Donor: Grapes of Norwalk value: $650
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Shabbat Dinner for 10 “Delicious! Can I have the recipe? Wow!” This is what your guests will say as they enjoy the unbelievable meal you provide them when you are the winner of this very special offering. Beth Torah Caterers will prepare a Shabbat meal for up to 10 people. Save this for a special event--birthday, anniversary, or to make a regular family Shabbat into a memorable occasion. The winning bidder can call Beth Torah to schedule a mutually agreeable date for the delivery to Stamford on any weekend when they will be here for an event, or to Mamaroneck’s Westchester Jewish Center on any Friday (Passover excluded). Includes two bottles each of red and white wine Donors: Beth Torah Glatt Kosher Caterers value: $230 Genadeen Caterers (wine)
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Shabbos Dinner for 6 A delicious Shabbat dinner for six that you get to pick up instead of cooking! Main Event Caterers will supply challah rolls, two whole challahs, a choice between three different appetizers, soups, salads, entrees and a choice between four different vegetables, starches and desserts. Now THAT makes for a good Shabbos! One week notice required. Includes one bottle each of red and white wine Donors: Main Event Caterers, Inc. Genadeen Caterers (wine) value: $360
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Sunday Brunch for Eight at Rosie Rosie in New Canaan will offer you, and seven of your family and
friends, Sunday brunch. Offer good through December 31, 2012. Donor: Rosie value: $160
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The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s Dinner for Four. Donor: Giovanni’s
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value: $150
Beer of the Month Club for 12 Months! The Beer of the Month Club, for one year, is the perfect gift for any beer lover! Each month we’ll deliver 12 full-sized bottles of hard-to-find, specialty microbrews from award-winning, regional breweries across the country. Each shipment will include four different varieties of premium, hand-crafted beer carefully selected by our experts and brewed in limited quantities by master brewers nationwide. We sample hundreds of microbrewed beers every year and only the best-of-the-best become selections of the Beer of the Month Club. Donor: Hope and Peter Levensohn value: $400
307
Quattro Pazzi of Stamford Dinner for two at Quattro Pazzi Donor: Quattro Pazzi
308
g/r/a/n/d Gift Certificate Donor: g / r / a / n / d
309
value: $100
value: $100
Sunday Brunch in The Atrium at Doral Arrowwood This certificate includes brunch for two people including complimentary champagne! An outrageous selection of freshly made delicacies including: appetizers, Catsmo Smoked Salmon, capers, bakery fresh bagels, soup, salads, carved meats, omelets, waffles, specialty entrees, classic brunch foods and a pastry chef’s dessert buffet. Donor: Doral Arrowwood value: $83
310
Special Tuscany Gift Baskets The perfect feast or the perfect gifts. First, a perfect sampling of old Tuscany, including three varieties of gourmet pasta, three different premium sauces, one zesty salad dressing, one delicious biscotti, one classic bruschetta and specialty crackers. Second, an executive gift package with a generous assortment of hot beverages, gourmet snacks, fine chocolates and aged cheeses. Everything you need for that special CEO or deserving staff. Each attractively packaged in a beautiful wicker gift basket. Donor: Hope and Peter Levensohn value: $145
311
Clino’s Pizza, Pasta & Things Two gift certificates for $25 each Donor: Clino’s Pizza, Pasta & Things
value: $50
312
Shabbat Dinner for up to Six Includes one bottle each of red and white wine Donors: Rabbi Michelle Dardashti Genadeen Caterers (wine) value: Priceless
313
Basket of Wines Explore vintage red wines from three different wine regions. In the basket are two Californian Pinot Noirs plus a French Haut-Medoc. Explore and contrast their balance. The basket includes: 2006 Marimar Estate Dona Margarita Vineyards Pinot Nori (Sonoma Coast, CA); 2003 Williams Selyem Pinot noir Russian River Valley (Healdsburg, CA); 2001 Chateau La Lagune Haut-Medoc Grand Cru Classe. Donor: Fran & Gerry Ginsburg value: $170
314
La Fontanella Restaurante Dinner for two guests at La Fontanella (alcohol not included). Donor: La Fontanella Restaurante value: $120
315
Dining Kosher Style Mendy’s Kosher Delicatessen & Kosher Gift Basket from Fairway. Lunch for two at Mendy’s Deli in New York and a gift basket filled with kosher items from Fairway Market. Donor: Mendy’s Kosher Deli & Fairway Market value: $130
316
Tradition! Tradition! Tra-di-tion! Traditional Friday Night Dinner (for ten!) including grape juice, challah, gefilte fish, chicken matzo ball soup, chicken, potato kugel, tzimmes and dessert includes two bottles each of red and white wine.
Add a $50 gift certificate from NOBU Florist & Events for local delivery of flowers, balloons, plants, etc. Expires August 3, 2012. Excludes February 12-14; April 23-26; May 7-8; May 10-12 Donors: Seasons & Nobu value: $330 Genadeen Caterers (wine)
317
KOSH Gift Certificate Our new kosher restaurant in Stamford. OU approved. Open daily for lunch and dinner and Saturday after Shabbat. Tremendous selection of delicious food! Donor: KOSH value: $50
318
KOSH Gift Certificate Our new kosher restaurant in Stamford. OU approved. Open daily for lunch and dinner and Saturday after Shabbat. Tremendous selection of delicious food! Donor: KOSH value: $100
319
Rue Des Crepes Gift Certificate Donor: Rue Des Crepes
value: $30
320
Dragonfly Restaurant and Lounge Serving new American “small plates.” Gift Certificate Donor: Dragonfly value: $50
TV/THEATER 400
David Letterman – 2 Tickets and a Tour! A once-in-a-lifetime, up close and personal way to see “The Late Show with David Letterman.” You and your guest will be on the CBS Guest List, given great seats, and after the show, you’ll join TBE’s very own (and The Late Show’s amazing announcer) Alan Kalter on stage for a personal tour of the set and a photo opportunity at Dave’s desk in front of the show’s New York City skyline! Donor: Alan Kalter - Late Show with David Letterman value: Priceless
401
The CHEW - 2 VIP Tickets for ABC daytime’s newest talk show Donor: Rona and Mark Katz
402
Anderson - 2 Priority Seating Tickets for a Live Taping Donor: Anderson Cooper
403
value: Priceless value: Priceless
The Colbert Report Four VIP tickets for taping of Colbert Show and the book I Am America and So Can You, by Stephen Colbert, plus assorted Colbert gift items. Two-month notice required. Must contact them by August 30 2012. Donor: MTV Studios value: Priceless
404
Joyce Theater - Two tickets to a performance Tickets are valid from February 7, 2012 through May 27, 2012. The recipient will be able to choose which performance they would like to attend depending on availability. Donor: The Joyce Theater value: $118
405
New York Philharmonic 2012-2013 at Lincoln Center Choose any subscription concert and receive two flex-passes orchestra seats. Donor: Nancy & Bob Stone value: $200
406
The New York City Ballet A pair of center, Orchestra seats to the New York City Ballet, Balanchine’s premiere Ballet Company. Contact donor to arrange for tickets during the 2012 spring or fall season. Donor: Cheryl Bader-Goldblum & Stephen Goldblum value: $200
407
Curtain Call and The Royal Green Restaurant Too! Two adult Flex Passes for five shows during Curtain Call’s 2012-2013 Season. This certificate is good for any Curtain Call production in The Kweskin Theatre or The Dressing Room Theatre which are both located at Sterling Farms Golf Course. The Curtain Call season runs September through June. Each pass is good for five tickets and may be
used all at once, one at a time or in any combination. Reservations are required. After the show, with a $40 gift certificate, enjoy dining at the delicious Royal Green Restaurant at Sterling Farms. Donor: Curtain Call, Inc. & Royal Green Restaurant value: $270
408
MARTHA Two VIP tickets to be a part of the live studio audience of “The Martha Stewart Show at the Chelsea Television Studios in New York City. Tickets must be used by March 2012. Donor: The Martha Stewart Show value: Priceless
409
Westport Country Playhouse and Sakura Restaurant Two tickets to any performance during the 2012 main stage season. Donor: Westport Country Playhouse value: $130 Gift Certificate to Sakura Restaurant Donor: Sakura Restaurant
410
value: $25
Maury Povich - 4 VIP tickets to live taping at Stamford Forum No one under 18 admitted. Must be used by the end of May 2012. Donor: Maury Povich value: Priceless
411
2012 Caramoor International Music Festival Four tickets for a Friday or Sunday Concert for the 2012 International Music Festival. Donor: Caramoor value: $140
412
2012 Caramoor International Music Festival Four tickets to one Dancing at Dusk or one Family Concert for the 2012 International Music Festival. Donor: Caramoor value: $60
413
Aston Magna Festival Package - June 9, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. The Boston Globe has called Aston Magna, “A festival that is out on the cutting edge of its art.” Join this world-renowned music festival as it celebrates its 40th anniversary with a gala concert at Ozawa Hall at Tanglewood. This celebratory program includes Bach’s Brandenburg concerto No. 1, the last act of Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas, a selection of late madrigals by Monteverdi and highlights from Handel’s magnificent oratorio, The Triumph of Time and Truth. This gift also includes a selection of Aston Magna recordings, including the complete Handel oratoria that is being performed at this concert and a collectors book. Donor: Aston Magna Festival value: $165
414
The Daily Show Four VIP tickets for a live taping Must be 18 years or older. Good for one year. Donor: MTV value: Priceless
415
Backstage at the Palace With Hansel and Gretel for Four Get a backstage tour of the Palace Theater, have your picture taken with Hansel and Gretel. Enjoy the Ballet School of Stamford production of Hansel and Gretel. May 25, 2012 Donor: Ballet School of Stamford value: Priceless
FOR THE SPORTS FAN 500
Yankees vs. Red Sox at Yankee Stadium! Four seats for the Yankees vs. Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on Sunday, July 29. Seats are in an excellent location as they are in section 119, row 20. It’s 20 rows off the field (four end-of-aisle seats) right up from the Yankee on deck circle. Donors: Fran & Steve Ehrlich value: $1,000
501
Yankees Tickets and Tour of YES Studio Four tickets in section 217 or 223. Date to be mutually agreed upon plus a tour of the YES Network Studio and a meet and greet with Bob Lorenz. Donor: Nicole Zussman value: $500 & Priceless Tour
502
Mets - Citi Field Tour of Citi Field for two on either February 25 or 26. Full tour includes clubhouse, dugout, press area, production area, gym and more! Donor: NY Mets value: Priceless
503
Tour of WFAN Radio Station in NYC For the sports fan, on a mutually agreed upon date, enjoy a visit to the renowned WFAN radio station to watch the “Boomer & Carton” morning show live. Meet former Jets quarterback Boomer Esaison and Craig Carton and receive autographs and pictures. Donor: WFAN value: Priceless
504
505
UCONN vs. DePaul Four tickets to see UCONN vs. DePaul at Gampel Stadium on Wednesday, February 15 at 7:00 p.m. in special chair-back seats section of stadium usually only open to major donors. Donor: David Lejfer value: $300
See the Sox
Two tickets for a Boston Red Sox home game at historic Fenway Park. Date to be determined. Excellent seats. Donor: Betsy and Peter Kempner value: $200
506
Let’s Go Mets! - Eight Rows off the Field! Two incredible Metropolitan Field Box Silver Seats at Citi Field to see the New York Mets during the 2012 season. The seats are located in section 110, row 3 (eight rows off the field) with pre-paid parking and access to the Acela Restaurant and Caeser’s Club. Donor: Betsy and Peter Kempner value: $200
507
Knicks! Two tickets for a NY Knicks home game during the 2011-2012 or 20122013 season on a mutually agreeable date. Seats are great, located in section 105, row 12, seats 12 and 13. Donor: Betsy and Peter Kempner value: $330
508
Yankees at Yankee Stadium Four great seats at Yankee Stadium to see the New York Yankees vs. Los Angeles Angels on Sunday, April 15, 2012 at 8 p.m. OR New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins on Monday, April 16, 2012 at 7 p.m. section 106, 4 th row from the field.
Donor: David Firestein
509
value: $400
Brooklyn Nets Major League Sports returns to Brooklyn! Two All-Access tickets to the new inaugural season of the Barclay Center Arena to see Brooklyn Nets basketball. Section 24, row 13, seats 1-2: Center court, lower level, on the aisle with full access to all the clubs and free food. Date in January or February 2013 to be announced when 2012-13 season is finalized. Donor: Sam Schwartz value: $615
510
Hundreds of Sports Cards Pot Luck selection of baseball, basketball and football cards - late ‘80’s early ‘90’s. Donor: Scott Piskin value: Priceless
511
Signed Mega Ticket Mega ticket signed by Josh Thole, RA Dickey and Mike Pelfrey Donor: Betsy and Peter Kempner value: Priceless
512
Jason Bay Signed Baseball Signed baseball by Jason Bay Donor: Betsy and Peter Kempner
513
value: Priceless
MMA Fighting Enjoy a night of MMA (mixed martial arts) fighting at the Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, March 30, 2012. Includes two all access passes, VIP seating and tour of dressing rooms. Donor: The Mohegan Tribe Mundu Wigo value: Priceless
514
NY Knicks vs. 76ers See the New York Knickerbockers vs. the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, March 11, 2012 at noon at Madison Square Garden. Donor: Fox Cable Network value: $280
515
Yogi Berra Signed Baseball Yogi Berra signed baseball with certificate of authenticity. Donor: Anonymous value: $200
516
CC Sabathia Signed Baseball CC Sabathia signed baseball with certificate of authenticity. Donor: Anonymous value: $350
ALL FOR HER WITH ONE FOR HIM 600
Scott Kay Necklace Four strand sterling silver necklace includes a strand with blue topaz designed by Scott Kay Donor: Nagi Jewelry’s value: $675
601
Sapphire Mink and Dyed Rex Rabbit Knitted Scarf Donor: Karen & Larry Cowit
602
Dooney & Bourke Dillen two-pocket leather satchel Donor: Dooney & Bourke
603
value: $278
Hand-Knit Novelty Yarn Shawl Donor: The Village Yarn Shop
604
value: $395
value: $100
Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Fashion Show in New York Monique Lhullier exclusive fashion week event on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. Donor: Anonymous value: Priceless
605
Hand-Knit Novelty Yarn Scarf Navy blue and white scarf Donor: The Village Yarn Shop
606
Hand-Knit Novelty Yarn Scarf Grey and pink with ribbon scarf Donor: The Village Yarn Shop
607
value: $40
value: $40
Karen Curtis Rebellion Lariat Tie Necklace Limited edition necklace made with CRYSTALLIZED™-Swarovski Elements incorporated rare discontinued Swarovski® Crystals. Crystal cal 6m are very rare Swarovski® crystals from circa 1930’s. Donor: Karen Curtis value: $275
608
Necklace Carved bone and hammered sterling silver pendant on green khaki ultra-suede; handmade by Janice Lee Ripley. Donor: Heart of Gold Fine Jewelry value: $70
609
Michal Golan Hamsa Hand crafted wall hamsah 24 carat gold plated over brass with semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals and glass beads. Donor: Barbara Klipper value: $105
610
His and Hers Leather Jackets For Him: one heavyweight naked leather, front and back vented, side laced jacket with snap in lining. For Her: one medium weight top grain leather jacket with zip out quilted lining. Both come in just about every size and, once you win them, you get to tell the donor which sizes to send you. How’s that for a perfect fit? Donor: David Lejfer of Hot Leathers Inc. value: $300
GET AWAY FROM IT ALL 700
Spend a Week at Sedona Springs Resort in Sedona, Arizona Enjoy impressive views of the red rocks from this three bedroom/two bath time share which accommodates ten people. Fitness center, full kitchen, free high-speed internet, swimming pool, free parking, 2 hours from The Grand Canyon, 10 minutes from hiking through the red rocks, Indian pottery and crafts available close by. Donor: Rosalea and Richard Fisher value: $1,100
701
Ski Butternut Lift ticket, group lesson and rental. Donor: Michele and Scott Piskin
702
value: $540
A Week in the Poconos Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall One week at the Split Rock Resort & Golf Club in Lake Harmony, PA. Split Rock Resort & Golf club is a four season family resort situated on 125 acres in the western region of the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. Numerous leisure time activities can be found year-round at Split Rock including an indoor water park, 27 holes of championship golf, 18 hole miniature golf course, two indoor pools, one outdoor pool, swimming lagoon, three indoor tennis courts and eight outdoor (six clay and two all-weather) courts, racquetball, archery, bocci ball, shuffleboard, softball, volleyball, fully equipped fitness center, massage center, whirlpools, steam rooms, video arcade, billiards room, eight lane bowling alley, movie theater, gift shop, video rentals, fishing, and paddle boats all on site. Nearby, skiing is available at Jack Frost and Big Boulder Ski Areas; hiking trails are numerous and biking as well as whitewater rafting is available at Pocono Whitewater. Includes: one-bedroom suite (sleeps four people) with Jacuzzi, full kitchen and fireplace in the Willowbrook section of the resort. Rental is for one week (Thursday-Thursday, Friday-Friday or Saturday-Saturday). Must be used within the year 2012. For best availability you should book at least six months in advance. Larger room can be obtained for an additional fee. Donor: Keith Friedman value: $500
703
30” Nylon Rolling Duffel Bag Two compartments, recessed locking handle. Donor: Wagner’s value: $100
TEE TIME 800
Rolling Hills Round of golf for three with Jared Finkelstein at the magnificent Rolling Hills Country Club. Lunch included. Donor: Jared Finkelstein value: $425
801
18 Holes at Rockrimmon Three people will be Peter Kempner’s guest while playing 18 holes of golf at the beautiful Rockrimmon Country Club during the 2012 golf season. Valid Tuesday through Friday or Sunday afternoon, on a date to be mutually agreed upon. Donor: Betsy and Peter Kempner value: $500
802
Tee Time at Burning Tree Country Club One round of golf for two, with a member of the Pomerance family, at Burning Tree Country Club in Greenwich on a weekday. Date to be determined. Donor: Lisa and Mitch Pomerance value: $400
FOR THE KIDS 900
Luncheon with Mayor Michael Pavia Mayor Pavia will host a luncheon with six children in his conference room at the Government Center Donor: Mayor Michael Pavia value: Priceless
901
Police Escort to School You and one other to be driven by Stamford’s finest to school. One pick-up and one drop-off destination. Donor: Stamford Police Department value: Priceless
902
Kids U Group Play Date A group play date for up to 12 children for two hours in our Playquad space (the indoor Jungle Gym area). Good for six months after February 4, 2012. May be used Monday-Thursday from 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. May not be used for a birthday party. Donor: Kids U value: $120
903
Bar or Bat Mitzvah Booklet Commemorate your child’s special day with a professionally printed booklet for their service. One hundred copies of your book will have a color front and back outside printed on an 8 1/2” x 11” glossy cover and up to ten two-sided pages printed in black and white. The book will have two staples on the side. All you have to do is supply the page art, and let Minuteman Press supply the smiles. Donor: Minuteman Press of Stamford value: $300
904
Rabbi for the Day Learn the ropes of the rabbinate. Donor: Rabbi Joshua Hammerman
905
value: Priceless
Challah Baking Party for Eight Children with Ronnie Brockman Bring a maximum of eight children between the ages of four - seven for an hour-and-a-half of challah baking. We can do it here, in our TBE kitchen, or at your home. Everyone goes home with a challah, the recipe, and their senses filled with Shabbat. Donor: Ronnie Brockman value: Priceless
906
Private Haftorah or Torah Service Tutoring Lesson Learn from the best! Four lessons, each lasting one-half hour, for learning Haftorah or Torah Service. Donor: Bracha Moshe value: $200
907
Hand Painted Bookends - Boy Hardwood book ends custom designed by Suzanne Fruithandler. May be personalized. Donor: Suzanne Fruithandler value: $50
908
Hand Painted Bookends - Girl Hardwood book ends custom designed by Suzanne Fruithandler. May be personalized. Donor: Suzanne Fruithandler value: $50
BUY IT NOW How it works: You see it, you like it. Put your bidder number on the card for the item and give it to the volunteer at that table. The item is yours. 1000
Wheel Alignment Thrust angle wheel alignment, tire rotation, computerized wheel balance Donor: Town Fair Tire (available in all stores except Stamford) value: $99
1001
Greatest Jewish Recipe Book Donor: Anonymous
1002
Manicure and Pedicure Gift Certificate for a manicure and pedicure. Donor: Trendsetters Salon
1003
value: $49
value: $53
Two-Hour in-Home Design/Build Consultation Consultation with one of the area’s premier builders to be offered for a flat donation to TBE of $100 each. Donor: Construction Solutions Group value: $800 each
1004
Mercury Dime Watch Coin watch made in Austria. Donor: Avi Freedberg, National Collectors Mint value: $129
1005
Lady’s Bracelet Watch Watch face surrounded with faux diamonds Donor: Bella’s Boutique
1006
“Deva Concepts” Consult, shampoo, and conditioner Donor: Salon Wayne
1007
value: $45
“Chai” Paperweight and $30 Gift Certificate Donor: Bella’s Boutique
1008
value: $45
value: $52
Bridgeport Sound Tigers Four-pack of tickets to any 2011-2012 regular season home game at the Webster Bank Arena. Donor: Bridgeport Sound Tigers value: $99
1009
Illustrated Hebrew Family Bible Beautifully illustrated Bible with section to record family history Donor: Anonymous value: $70
1010
Woman’s Haircut Design haircut with Noble stylist (no cash back) Donor: Noble Salon value: $100
1011
Unisex Bracelet Donor: Bella’s Boutique
value: $50
1012
Yankees Coin Jar Yankees coin jars with coin counter. Donor: EB Brands
1013
Patriots Coin Jar Patriots coin jars with coin counter. Donor: EB Brands
1014
value: $30
Mets Helmet Bank Mets helmet shaped bank with coin counter. Donor: EB Brands
1015
value: $30
value: $30
Red Sox Helmet Bank Red Sox helmet shaped bank with coin counter. Donor: EB Brands value: $30
1016
Artisanal Firewood 100% seasoned hardwood: Oak, maple, ash, etc. Hand-split for a rustic cut. Delivery and stacking included. Donor: Dana and Carl Weinberg value: $75 per 1/4 cord
All of the items listed in this book have been generously donated by friends in our community. Upon winning an item, please note if any restrictions apply and if there are any preferred dates and times specified. Please be sure to give advance notice to the donor when making your arrangements .
Thank you for supporting Temple Beth El!
Giving Tree The Giving Tree is a wish list requested by our staff which will be valuable to our Beth El family. You now have an opportunity to make a donation of a specific item that will benefit our building and programs. You will receive a 100% tax deduction. We have estimated the cost of these items to the best of our ability. If the actual cost is less, the money will be used for our general operating expenses. HOLIDAYS
Sanctuary: Reupholster 10 Bimah Chairs - $5,000 High Holy Days: A shuttle bus for the High Holy Days - $500 4 available Sponsor a stellar professional (musician/teacher) to do HHD programming with TBE children - $150 - 10 available Sukkot: Flowers for Sukkah - $200 Simchat Torah: Sponsor a Klezmer Band for Simchat Torah night - $1,500 Chanukah: Beth El Seniors Program - $250 Purim: Sponsor Carnival - $2,000 ● Sponsor Hamantaschen - $300 Sponsor musician - $500 ● Plastic noisemakers - $100
SHABBAT
Kiddush Sponsor - $180 - $500 - unlimited ● Sponsor a Guest Speaker - $400 Sponsor a musician for Shabbat Across America - $400 Sponsor Tot Shabbat (Friday night) dinner - $100 - 10 available Sponsor a Shabbat dinner for Young Jewish Professionals - $150 – 5 available
EDUCATION
Sponsor an adult education course or guest speaker: $500 - $1,000 (10 available)
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Scholarship for a Religious School student Grades K – 2 - $860 (10 available) Scholarship for a Religious School student Grades 3 – 7 - $1,140 (10 available) Scholarship to Camp Ramah - $1,000 ● Scholarships for Teen Travel - $800 Laminating Machine - $550
SUMMER FUN DAY
Sponsor a bounce house $400 ● Waterslide $400 ● Event sponsor $1,000
BBQ & BARACHU
Event Sponsor $2,000 Beth El Seniors Spring Barbecue - $250
BUILDING
One week of oil for the Temple - $250 each week (52 in each year!) Window blinds for office - 1,000 ● Window blinds for computer room - $1,000 Sun shading computer room - $1,000 Sun shading Library - $1,000 Cable Satellite Dish Direct TV for one year - $1,680 Water Cooler (2 available) Religious School Hallway - $750
OFFICE
Mailing labels - $23 (unlimited needed) ● 10 reams color paper - $50 (unlimited needed) 5 reams of Astrobrite card stock paper - $75 Color Laser printer - $500 ● Cartridges for laser printer - $150 Cartridges for color inkjet printer - $35 ● Color Printer - $300
Lenore & Arthur Finkelstein Mitzvah Garden Half of a Plant Bed: 3 feet long - $90 for one year Entire Plant Bed: 6 feel long $180 for one year
Thank you for your generosity!
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