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Spring Auction 2010




Check Out The Auction Catalog Here!

We look forward to seeing you.

Saturday, March 6th 2010,  6pm-10pm        

St. Mary’s Event Center, 1111 Gough Street  Map it

                      

Our annual silent and live auction is our most important fund-raiser of the year--an opportunity for friends, family, alumni and the entire community to come together to celebrate and support our non-profit, parent-run cooperative.  

The entrance fee is $15 at the door, which includes food, beer, and wine. 


See the menu for this year's Auction - Auction Menu - and see below for a sampler of some of the fabulous items that are being offered this year. 

We look forward to seeing you there! In the meantime, you can also buy some quilt raffle tickets!

 Handmade Quilt Raffle

Click here to learn more about the quilt.



Live Auction for 2010:

1 Week Stay in Ticino, Switzerland 

Journey to the Prealps of Switzerland to spend a glorious week along the shores of stunning Lake Maggiore. Up to four adults and two children can sleep in this beautiful home,located in the Swiss canton of Ticino, only a few kilometers from the Italian border. The tip of Lake Maggiore is in Switzerland, but the lower shores actually act as a watery boundary between Lombardy and Piedmont. Whatever your tastes, Lake Maggiore offers plenty of opportunity for sightseeing and recreation alike. Four of the highest peaks in the Alps are visible from the lakes Eastern shore.

Take the ferry to Isola Bella, the Italian baroque palace with terraced gardens on an island in the middle of the lake. Tour castles such as Rocca di Angera, or the Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees that inspired portions of Hemingways “A Farewell to Arms. Or simply spend your week enjoying Lake Maggiores Mediterranean climate and crystal clear waters. (Airfare not included)

More photos of Tocino, Switzerland and the vacation home

Restrictions: TBA
Opening bid:  $1250

 Wine Country Weekend In Beautiful Sebastopol! 

Escape to Sebastapol for a wine country weekend, perfect for a romantic couples’ retreat or a fun-filled family getaway. Stay two nights and three days in a lovely 1,000-square foot vacation home that sleeps up to four people comfortably. The house is perfectly situated for exploring the Russian River wine country, and loaded with enough amenities to keep you happy if you want to cocoon for weekend. While in Sebastopol, enjoy dinner at Hopmonk Tavern, and tours and tastings at local wineries.

Restrictions: Subject to availability plus $200 security deposit and non-refundable cleaning fee of $50.

Opening bid: $300

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Desert Golf Getaway 

Get your golf on with this trip to the hottest golf in the United States. You’ll stay two nights and three days in the Sonoran desert with the Santa Catalina Mountains as your dramatic backdrop. The Lodge at Ventana Canyon offers intimacy with just 50 cozy guest suites, and incredible golf on two world-renowned Tom Fazio-designed golf courses. You’ll stay in a one-bedroom suite, and enjoy two days of golf for two people on either of Ventana Canyon’s courses.

Restrictions: Excludes holidays. Airfare not included.

Opening bid: $480

Overnight Like A Rock Star

Party like rock stars do when they come to town (or at least sleep where they do when they’re here for a gig). Stay overnight at the Phoenix Hotel, the definition of hip for over a decade, and the secret spot for more touring bands than any other hotel in town. Stay where the likes of Tool, David Bowie, Linda Rondstadt and Johnny Depp have rested their weary heads after a show. Roll on in, enjoy rock star parking (included), and a poolside breakfast the following day. That night, take in a show at The Independent, one of the City’s most intimate venues with the most diverse array of talent.

Restrictions: Room at the Phoenix valid Sunday-Friday only. Miraloma takes no responsibility for aging parents who attempt to actually party like rock stars.

Opening Bid:  $135



San Francisco Staycation 
Get away from it all without having to board a plane or cross a bridge with this in-town getaway. Spend one-night and two days in a deluxe city view room at the gorgeous Hotel Vitale on San Francisco's Embarcadero. This landmark boutique hotel was designed to uniquely encompass modern luxury touches balanced with soothing natural elements. Plus indulge at Michael Mina’s latest SF restaurant, RN74, high atop Millennium Tower. Named after a highway running through Burgundy, wine is the star at this restaurant run by one of the most celebrated chefs in town. This romantic package also includes a box of Cocoa Absolute chocolates: 16 irresistible pieces of rare single origin chocolate made by a local San Francisco artisan and Miraloma mommy with over 15 years in the pastry arts industry. And show your love with either a bouquet or an arrangement of flowers.

Restrictions:TBA

Opening bid: $355

 Find the Summer Sun - Family Friendly Home in Truckee

Take your summer vacation to new heights with this Lake Tahoe getaway. Up to eight people can stay five nights and six days in this three-bedroom two-and-a-half-bathroom Tahoe Donner community townhome. Whatever your heart desires, Lake Tahoe has it in spades. As a guest of the community, you will have access to three family pools, hot tubs, an adult lap pool, fitness facility, golf course, equestrian center, hiking and biking trails and private beach club on Donner Lake. Head to the water to swim, boat, kayak, canoe, jet ski or paraglide. Hit the hills for epic hiking, mountain biking, sight-seeing and golf. You’re your way into town for incredible fine dining, or simply spend a week lounging in the sun. 

Restrictions
: Cleaning fee and deposit required ($150 + $200). Subject to availability between 6/1/10 and 9/30/10. Reserve dates by 6/1. 

Opening Bid: $500

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Tour Of Pixar Animation Studios
Get a first-hand look at the studio that has single-handedly changed animation as we know it, Pixar Animation Studios! Six people will enjoy a tour guided by one of Pixar’s senior story artists. See where Buzz, Woody, Nemo, Sully, Mike, Lightning McQueen and all of you or your children’s other most-loved characters were brought to life. Get an inside look at Toy Story 3, set to release this June, or a super-special preview of the work they are doing on Cars 2, set to release next year.

Restrictions: Tour to be scheduled depending on mutual availability of Tour Guide (Jason Katz) and winner.  Expires March 6, 2011.

Opening Bid: $300 

WIne Cellar - Miraloma's Motley "Cru

This eclectic collection of 44 New and Old World wines will diversify any wine cellar or be an ideal starting point for a new collector. Miraloma's Motley "Cru" contains bottles for all occasions, offering sparkling to begin your evening, whites for your lighter dishes, reds to warm the heart and dessert wines to satisfy your sweet tooth. If you are not a true wine
connoisseur, you will be by the time you drink your way through this cellar that will reveal a perfect experience for "complex," "subtle" and "long finish" occasions.

Opening bid: $550



AM Monoprint of Fairy Tales and Super Heroes


Two amazing and unique monoprint series exemplifying the passions of some of our most ardent nursery schoolers, all about fairy tales and super heroes. These are sure to capture the nursery school essence for your child. Matted and framed, 24 inches x 30 inches.
Opening bid: $250




PM Program Linocut










Children's art has never looked so sophisticated! Gorgeous artwork composed of original styrofoam linocuts by each of the PM program's children. Warm yellow, fiery orange, scarlet and indigo inks are printed over gold ink to create a beautiful piece of art that would look amazing in a living or dining room. Matted and framed in dark wood, the piece is approximately 44 inches x 35 inches.
Opening bid: $250




A Year Of Dining:



Treat yourself to a restaurant a month for the next year with gift certificates from twelve of San Francisco’s best restaurants: 

Wexler’s, Uva Enoteca, Il Cane Rosso, Fior d’Italia, Le Central, Bar Tartine , SPQR , Range, Maverick, Firefly, Lolo and Epic Roasthouse. Individual values and expiration dates vary.







Sample Auction Items From the 2010 Live and Silent Auction!: 

Travel and Accommodations
1 Week Stay in Ticino, Switzerland 

Spend one glorious week at a beautiful vacation home along the stunning Lake Maggiore in Ticino, Switzerland.  This is close to the famous Lake Como where George Clooney owns a villa!  
More photos of Tocino, Switzerland and the vacation home
 Wine Country Weekend! 

Enjoy a two-night stay in a lovely 1000-square foot vacation home in beautiful Sonoma County. Perfect for a family friendly vacation or romantic getaway! Sleeps 2-4. Subject to availability plus $200 security deposit and non-refundable cleaning fee of $50. Package also includes dinner in Sebastopol as well as wine tasting at several local wineries.

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Desert Golf Getaway 

Enjoy a two-night stay in a one-bedroom suite and two days of golf for two people amidst spectacular desert scenery at The Lodge at Ventana Canyon in Tucson, Arizona. Excludes holidays. Airfare not included.

Overnight Mendocino Eco Lodge Experience
The Stanford Inn by the Sea

Boutique lodging for two adults and up to two children with wood-burning fireplace, village/coastal views, organic gourmet breakfast, canoe, kayak, mountain bike, hiking exercise room, solarium and pool, organic gardens.




Restaurants (New for 2010!)

 Lamborn Family Vineyards

Producing wine for over thirty years, Lamborn Vineyards remains a small, family-owned operation, and this item is your ticket to a private tour and tasting inside. Enjoy a taste of what Howell Mountain has to offer!

Firefly Restaurant

This Noe Valley restaurant always has something special to offer. Delicious food in a lovely setting. Open seven days at 5.30pm. A prix fixe menu is available Sunday-Thursday, includes any appetizer, entree and a dessert.
                                                                                                                                                     

flour + water

flour + water is a San Francisco Italian restaurant that focuses on seasonal ingredients sourced from the unparalleled and ever abundant California artisans and growers. The menu changes daily and is intentionally small and focused.


Sushi At Ebisu

Come and enjoy sushi at one of the best sushi restaurants in the city. Dine at the sushi bar or try one of the traditional tatami rooms!

Kid's Corner 
Birthday Party At Recess Urban Recreation

Celebrate your childs birthday at Recess. You will have the entire facility to play, run and have fun! Valid June 2010 - September 2010.
 
Artworks Fine Art Studio
Instruction and encouragement for drawing or painting in acrylic, watercolor or oil. Four consecutive one-hour classes for students age 4-7 or three consecutive 90-minute classes for students age 8 or older. Valid Monday-Thursday to new families.
 Periwinkle & Green Handknit Hat

Little knot-top handknit hat made with a cashmere merino blend yarn that is super soft, machine washable (dry flat) and holds up to many, many washings. This hat is super stretchy so it stays on comfortably and will fit for a while. Size newborn.


Tea Collection Pieces

The name of this set translates to "the clever one." Includes; Camellia dot wrap dress, Acacia mandarin dress, Solid banded dress in indigo, Solid bootcut leggings in indigo, Stripe leggings in indigo. A wonderful whole new wardrobe! Size 4.


Recreation/Culture
 Mornings Are The New Date Night
One class at Cardio-Tone for two, massage for two and your favorite drink at Bernie's for two.
 Four Lift Tickets - Tahoe Donner
This is a great family-friendly ski hill located in Truckee, CA. Their focus is on being the best place for beginners to learn. Kids under 6 ski free. Private and group lessons also available for ages 3+. Excludes holiday weekends.

Oakland Zoo - 4 Tickets & Parking

Get wild at the Oakland Zoo, home to over 600 native and exotic animals, with this guest pass for two adults and two children. Includes free parking for one vehicle. Hurry, expires 6/30/10.

 7 Class Pass To Yoga Tree

A seven-class pass to San Francisco's premier yoga studio. May be used at any one of Yoga Tree's four locations. Expires three months from the date the first class is used. 


Hi-Tech
Zune 16MG HD Video MP3 Player

Instant entertainment you control! Zune is the premium digital experience that gives you access to the latest in entertainment and technology, allowing you to enjoy, connect, and discover content in a whole new way – the way you like it
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 Bose Wave Music System

The acclaimed Wave® music system still sets the standard for quality audio and ease of use among one-piece, table top radios and bookshelf stereos. Includes CD player, FM/AM tuner, headphone jack and alarm clock -- all with award-winning design.



Home

Green Home Energy Analysis

From Thermal Vision. Green your home! Get a comprehensive energy analysis of your home designed to identify air leaks, insulation problems, appliance and lighting issues, heating and cooling deficiencies, and overall energy loss
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 Indigo V Flowers


Beautiful flowers delivered anywhere in San Francisco
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Miraloma's Own
 4 Homemade Cakes in 1 Year

Enjoy the delicious creations of Alison Adams, a Miraloma alum mom. Examples of some possible cakes include Devil's Food Cake, Red Velvet Cake, Italian Cream Cake, Carrot Cake, Cheesecake, Cupcakes, etc. Great for dinner with friends or birthdays.
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Indian Cooking Class Party

A cooking class and meal for up to 6 people. You will learn to make 2-3 Indian dishes, get some tips on Indian cooking for your home and finish it off with a sumptuous meal. Fun for a party you are organizing. We will come to your home!
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 Handmade Quilt Raffle

 

Click here to learn more about the quilt, the raffle and how you can get tickets!