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LIVE AUCTION ITEMS
All of the items below will be auctioned off to the highest bidder at the Symphony Ball on Saturday, February 27th. Explore the possibilities then make reservations NOW for the Symphony Ball. Come prepared to BID HIGH!!
Call for reservations at (805) 543-3533.
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tHE "kISS"
"The Kiss" bottle is a unique piece of artwork that has been presented by Tolosa Winery of San Luis Obispo. This five liter, etched and hand-painted bottle is truly one-of-a-kind. It holds a unique blend of Tolosa Pinot Noir, not offered in any other bottling. It also represents a rare opportunity to directly purchase a work created by glass artist and designer Candice Norcross of Northern Cross Studios. There have only been fifty "Kiss" bottles made in the world depicting the delicate masterpiece by Gustav Klimt.
Courtesy of Tolosa Winery |
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Maegen's magnificent
personal pops picnic
This Labor Day Weekend, enjoy Pops by the Sea at your very own specially reserved Champagne Table, complete with a gourmet picnic! Maegen Loring, local Artisanal chef, will prepare an amazing Pops picnic for you and eight of your guests, then she and her husband, Jeff, will join the party to complete your table for ten!
Table and Gourmet picnic for eight people (plus Maegen and Jeff); package includes a reserved Champagne Table at Pops by the Sea on Sunday, September 5, 2010.
Courtesy of Maegen & Jeff Loring |
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Personal Pops Palazzo potty
If you win the bid on this auction item, you'll enjoy the heavenly privacy of your own private "Palazzo" bagno for your...ahem..."personal" needs all afternoon at the fabulous Symphony "Pops by the Sea" Concert on Labor Day Weekend, Sunday, September 5, 2010 at the Avila Beach Resort. Your private, personal "Palazzo" bagno is the most elegant and prestigious style of Honey Hut offered anywhere in the world. Your "Palazzo" acquisition also includes a limousine ride to and from the concert. An annual tradition at the Ball, this oasis of comfort, your "luxury loo" awaits you at Pops by the Sea!
Restrictions: Champagne Table must be purchased separately; Honey Hut only available at Pops by the Sea 2010.
Courtesy of
Harvey's Honey Huts, Harvey and Jennifer Smith. |
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getaway to yosemite
Package includes a 3-night stay in a 2-bedroom Yosemite cabin. Accommodations sleep a maximum of 8 people.
Getaway with friends or family to one of California's true treasures: beautiful Yosemite. Relax and enjoy a 3-night stay in a scenic Yosemite cabin in the heart of Wawona, a few minutes away from the splendor of Yosemite's tallest redwoods, tree-shaded hiking trails, rushing rivers and waterfalls! The spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin sits on a one acre meadow close to everything. The cabin sleeps eight, has a fully equipped kitchen, deck with BBQ, bed and bath linens, satellite dish TV and DVD player, phone, propane heater and a game room with a full size pool table, wet bar and rock fireplace, with firewood provided!
Restrictions: Maximum of 8 people, 3-night stay. Valid for "Value Rates" or "Mid Rates" periods only (excludes June-August and December holidays.)
Courtesy of
Christine & Jim Maguire and John & Patricia Ashbaugh |
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california cabernet sauvignon collection
Enjoy six bottles of impeccably stored vintage California Cabernet from the private cellar of winemakers and noted wine experts Maurice and Susie Wedell. These are exclusive collectible wines that were obtained upon release. They cannot be purchased from wineries anymore and are difficult to find in the normal wine marketplace.
Included are the following 750ml bottles:
> 1979 Niebaum - Coppola Rubicon
> 1981 Robert Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
> 1983 Beaulieu Vineyard Georges De Latour
Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
> 1986 Grgich Hills Cabernet Sauvignon
> 1986 Buena Vista Private Reserve Carneros Cabernet
Sauvignon
> 1990 Inglenook Reserve Cask Cabernet Sauvignon.
Courtesy of
Maurice & Susie Wedell |
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Double vertical from kynsi winery
A "double vertical" of Kynsi ZB Syrah from the first year of production to the latest bottled vintage. The ZB Syrah hails from the highly sought after ZB block of the famed Bien Nacido Vineyard and consistently scores above 90 points from all major publications. It has been named one of the top ten Syrahs and one of the top 100 wines of the world by Wine & Spirits magazine. A rare and unique opportunity to not only own the vertical in its entirety, but to also have the good fortune of drinking the wine without breaking the vertical since there are two bottles of each vintage. Enjoy!
Courtesy of Kynsi Winery |
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Villa fiesta in cabo!
Package includes 6-night stay in the 4 bedroom "Villa Fiesta" in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Accommodations sleep a maximum of 10 people.
From its sinuous infinity pool to its tasteful sense of decor, Villa Fiesta in beautiful Cabo San Lucas, Mexico is a first-rate Pedregal treat. Enjoy incredible Pacific Ocean whitewater views from this luxury villa. Soak up the sun on the large patio, take a few laps in the infinity pool, entertain under the shaded deck, enjoy a cool beverage at the swim-up bar, or take a stroll along the private, palm-lined beach within walking distance. There's a nice full kitchen to make great goodies after those lazy days, and the dining is fine whether prepared and eaten indoors or out. Each of its four bedrooms are open zones of comfort, and all have private baths. With 4,000 square feet indoors, there's plenty of room to play or lounge. To top it all off, the shopping, dining, and nightlife of downtown Cabo San Lucas are all just a mile away. Daily maid service, airport pick-up and a "margarita welcome" are all part of the package! All you have to do is be sure to make the highest bid, book your dates within 2-weeks of the Ball (with Merikay) and make your trip within one year.
Restrictions: Subject to availability; book your stay within two weeks of the ball. Expires 2/27/2011.
Courtesy of Merikay Guhring |
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7-day stay in a private villa in Lago Maggiore, italy
Package includes a 7-night stay in Lago Maggiore, Italy. Accommodations sleep a maximum of 6 people.
Enjoy 7 days in heaven at magical Lago Maggiore. Your home away from home comes courtesy of Maria Rosa Rizzo of Cafe Roma. The family home will sleep six, so conspire with friends for your best vacation package ever!
Lago Maggiore is the largest and most popular lake in Italy's lake region. It is just north of Milan and reaches clear into Switzerland. Formed from a glacier, the lake is surrounded by hills in the south and mountains in the north. Offering year-round activities and a fairly mild climate, the lake can be visited almost any time of year. While you are there, visit the lovely... "bello" Borromeo Islands, the Botanical and Zoological Gardens in Villa Pallaricino Park, take the cable car to the top of Mont Mottarone from Stresa and enjoy 360 degree views of the Lake District and Alps. Visit the 12th century Angera Castle and the Church of Santa Caterina del Sasso: a 12th century church in a picturesque setting, built into the cliffs.
Subject to availability; book your stay through the Symphony office. Expires 2/27/2011
Courtesy of Maria Rosa Rizzo of Cafe Roma |
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etched 5-liter bottle of symphony syrah
A large format beautifully-etched bottle of 'Symphony Syrah' filled with a special blend of Ancient Peaks Syrah, created especially for the Symphony. The bottle was etched by Candice Norcross of Northern Cross Studios.
Courtesy of
Sandy and John Dunn and
Ancient Peaks Winery |
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7-day stay for 2 at the ME Cabo Resort in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Package includes a one week stay, 7 nights, for 2 people at the 4-star Hotel Me Cabo in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
On the finest stretch of beach, as one of the premiere Cabo San Lucas resorts, ME Cabo Resort steps down to the sea, its 155 rooms and suites arranged in a terraced embrace of free-form pools and gardens, Bali beds and sunshine. Well known for being a midweek Lounge Hotel & a hip-sexy-cosmopolitan weekend Party Hotel Me Cabo holds a cool hypnotic groove.
Must be used between July 2010 and December 31, 2010. Excluded are weeks of Christmas and New Year's.
Courtesy of Michael and Dianne Draze |
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Sunset's savor the central Coast
Package includes 2 weekend passes to Sunset's Savor the Central Coast event to be held October 2-3, 2010 at the Santa Margarita Ranch PLUS a one-year subscription to Sunset Magazine AND an etched 3-liter bottle of Clayhouse Petit Syrah.
This lot is the first of its kind sold anywhere! As you may have heard, Sunset Magazine has chosen SLO County as the site of their new marquis food and wine event called "Savor the Central the Coast" and it's taking place this fall at Santa Margarita Ranch. This lot offers the firsdt tickets to this event, which promises to be a sell-out!
Come stroll the grounds of Savor the Central Coast and sample fine food and wine from 150+ wineries and celebrity chefs from throughout the region with two weekend passes to SAVOR, October 2-3, 2010 at the Santa Margarita Ranch. Your package also includes a one-year subscription to Sunset Magazine and, as a special added bonus, a one-of-a-kind etched 3-liter bottle of Clayhouse Petit Syrah from the fabulous 2004 vintage. Sunset Editor-in-Chief Katie Tamony will be present to present you with this coveted package. With this package, you'll have the pride of being the first ticket-holder to this wonderful new event!
Courtesy of Clayhouse Wines, the SLO Visitors and Conference Bureau and Sunset Magazine |
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a musical getaway to san francisco
When looking for a hotel in San Francisco, with a prime location, look no further than the Hilton San Francisco Union Square hotel. The Hilton is the premier downtown offering everything you’ll need for a great Golden Gate getaway. You’ll be steps away from Chinatown, Nob Hill and the Powell Street Station not to mention historic Union Square with its landmark park in the heart of the city, surrounded by restaurants and shops. You’re also just minutes away from the home of the San Francisco Symphony, Davies Symphony Hall, and with this package you also get 2 premium tickets to enjoy the amazing San Francisco Symphony in any regular season concert between now and July 1st. So, plan your great getaway to San Francisco tonight – starting with this package!
Restrictions: SF Symphony tickets limited to concerts during the 2009-2010 Season; expires 7/1/2010. Accommodations subject to availability; other limitations may apply.
Courtesy of Hilton San Francisco Union Square and the San Francisco Symphony |
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New Year's Eve with the Symphony!
Ring in the new year with the San Luis Obispo Symphony! In celebration of 50 years of beautiful music on the Central Coast,you're invited to a gala New Year's Eve concert on December 31, 2010. Enjoy an indoor, Pops-style concert at the Performing Arts Center with VIP treatment. This package includes President's box seats for six, reservations for the exclusive pre-concert Champagne Reception and limousine service for six musical revelers. The concert begins at 7 pm and will end as we celebrate New Year's on the east coast at 9pm, singing Auld Lang Syne together with the orchestra. You'll be the first to have tickets for this first-ever New Year's Eve Concert full of popular classics and favorite tunes, featuring your San Luis Obispo Symphony.
Courtesy of the San Luis Obispo Symphony | | |
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