| Live Auction Items |
Live Extravagantly in Beverly Hills
Grab the champagne, leave the kids at home and get ready for the authentic celebrity experience. You and your best friend will check in to the famous L'Ermitage Hoteland head for a fabulous spa treatment. Then spend 4 glamorous hours with hair and make-up artist, Stella Kae of Cloutier Remix, fabulous beauty stylists to stars like Carrie Underwood and Beyonce; this is worth thousands. Dolled-up for the red carpet, you'll cruise down Rodeo Drive to McCormick & Schmick's for a chef-prepared tasting menu, wine included. Imagine getting the star treatment.
Behind the Scenes in Our Nation's Capitol
Join NPR's National Security Correspondent Rachel Martin for a special behind-the-scenes tour of National Public Radio (NPR) headquarters in Washington, DC. The tour will include a live broadcast of one of the flagship programs: Morning Edition, All Things Considered or Weekend Edition, and you'll get to meet NPR hosts and correspondents. The next day offers a backstage look at the premier venue, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. After getting a glimpse into the life of a performer, you'll enjoy dinner and the show for four. Pick the show of your choice to determine dates. Two-night hotel stay and airfare for two included. Imagine you are the most cultured person in the room.
Wine Collector's Dream
If you've ever dreamed of starting a collection, or creating the perfect conditions for your current stock, this is a must-have. This 24" under counter built-in dual-temperature Liebherr wine refrigerator comes fully stocked with 40 bottles of 90+ point wines. Your new wine cellar is complete and ready for entertaining. Imagine becoming the sommelier in your crowd.
One Hot Night! 
Have a burning desire to eat a great home-cooked meal with local heroes? Jump at this chance to bring six people to dinner at the Carlsbad Firehouse! Dinner will be prepared and served by Captain Eric Evonsion and the firefighters themselves. Whether it's a family affair or ladies' night out, it will be a night to remember! Imagine an up-close and personal evening with these brave community leaders!
The Windy City and Wrigley Field
This package will transport the winner to Chicago for a weekend of Cubs baseball. The package includes four luxury corporate seats to a 2012 season Cubs game at Wrigley Field. American Airlines $500 travel voucher and a one night stay at The Wit Hotel are included. Enjoy the city with its fabulous museums and nightlife. Tickets must be requested by March 1, 2012. Imagine the grand slam weekend you can have. Your New Best Friend  Don't miss out on the chance to add an adorable puppy to your family! This little guy is a bundle of fur and fun and he's a foster pup, just like our Angels. He needs a family to give him all the love, attention and treats he can get! The lucky winner will receive everything needed to take him home, including a puppy package with a local vet. Imagine your children's delight when you walk through the door!
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Health and Beauty
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Treat Yourself and Your Skin
Donor: Armonia Skin Care Value: $400
Filled with Sonya Dakar products including Bergamot wash, omega oil, triple action scrub , hydrasoft lotionand visual lift eye cream- this basket will transform your skin. Add a customized facial at Armonia Skin Care in La Jolla, and your face will love you.
Time for a New Do
Donor: Geri Hickox of Noni Salon
Value $110
Freshen your style at this upbeat and friendly salon with a new cut and color from Encinitas style and color expert, Geri Hickox. You'll receive compliments galore with your new look.
Pamper Yourself at East of Eden!Donor: East of Eden Day Spa Value: $350 The professional staff at the East of Eden Day Spa will provide you with specialized treatments including a 60-minute massage, manicure, European facial, and a hair styling, cut and color. Relax and Melt Away Your TensionDonor: San Diego Serenity Massage, La Jolla Value: $70 Enjoy sixty relaxing minutes as massage therapist Kristin Dolloff kneads away your tight muscles with a Swedish massage you won't soon forget! Let Face it: You Need a Break!Donor: Jules Skin Studio, La Jolla Value: $100 Enjoy a rejuvenating and refreshing facial treatment and peel that will bring out your individual natural beauty! Beautiful Skin Is Yours!Donor: Alvarado Institute of Skin Care Value: $425 Beautiful skin is yours with a consultation and microderm at the Alvarado Institute of Skin Care. The Dermaquest Skin Care Basket includes Daily Enzyme Cleanser, Revive Cream, Revive Eye Firm, and Solar Moisturizer with SPF 30. Peel away the years and take care of the only skin you're in. Sei Bella Luxury Skin Care & Hair Care Donor: Stacy Brown Value: $250 Sei Bella means "you are beautiful" in Italian, but it's more than a name - it's a celebration of the true beauty of every woman. Melaleuca's Sei Bella skin and hair care have advanced formulas to enhance your true beauty. Chock-full of vitamins, botanical extracts, and age-defying peptides in every step, Sei Bella skin care products employ innovative skin care technologies to restructure skin from the inside out for long-lasting, age-defying results. Treat your skin to all the products you could ever need in this luxury pack. Sei Bella luxury hair care products use a unique sulfate-free technology to fuse the benefits of natural botanicals like sunflower extract, sandalwood, and soy with scientific advancements to nourish and guard hair in four critical ways: color protection, anti-breakage protection, thermal protection and UV protection. Treat your hair to luxury with the ultra moisture shampoo and cream conditioner; styling cream, defining gel, and finishing spray. Get Toned with Your Own Personal Trainer Donor: Ursula Valencia Value: $195 You'll have three one-hour training sessions, including nutrition counseling with Ursula Valencia, certified personal trainer, Figure Competitor and owner of FlexRx Fitness. Start now for a whole new you by the holidays. Let's just say she's gotten a hold of on one of us and she is one tough cookie. Straighten Up! Donor: Canter Chiropractic Value: $150 Get rid of that pain-in-the-neck...and we don't mean your kids! Dr. Elliot Canter will fix you right up with this certificate to cover an initial exam as well as goodies galore to ease your aches and pains. Lovely CurvesDonor: San Diego Curves Co-Op Value: $260 Whether you have too many curves or not enough, Curves Health Clubs and Fitness Center for Women will help you shape up with this three-month membership. Healthy Lifestyle PackDonor: Stacy Brown Value: $100 Enjoy this sampling of Melaleuca products designed to help you maximize the benefits of exercise and lead a healthier life! Add in sweet tasting Vanilla Bean and Pina Colada Sun Shades Lip Balm and travel size Renew Intensive Therapy, and you're ready to get moving.
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| Getaways and Staycations | |
Theme Park Special
Donor: Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, Ayres Hotel, Katie O'Grady
Value: $1,000
This is truly a family fun special with tickets for four to Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm, dinner at McCormick and Schmick's, and a two-night stay at the Ayres Hotel in Anaheim. You won't even need to buy souvenirs since this basket also includes an original and authenticated, framed print of everyone's favorite mouse.
The Staycation That Seems a Million Miles Away
Donor: La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club
Value: $600
Enjoy a two-night stay at the beautiful La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club. Get away from it all without the hassle and expense of distant travel. You'll be transported to a serene beach spot at the edge of paradise.
Bundle Up and Get Away From it All
Donor: Dr. Elliot Canter
Value: $900
Take a three night getaway to beautiful Lake Arrowhead, with an abundance of outdoor opportunities including skiing, hiking and water fun. This lovely five-bedroom vacation home sleeps 10 with room to spare. Walk into town and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this quaint mountain village with all the comforts of home.
Orlando Beckons!
Donor: Leslie Gladstone
Value: $1,500
Why stay at a hotel when you can stay in a townhome! Ideal for your next vacation, Fantasy World Resort is your gateway to all of Orlando's major attractions. Enjoy a one week stay in a 2 bedroom/ 2 bath townhome that sleeps six and is minutes away from Walt Disney World, Sea World Orlando and Universal Studios Orlando. The resort also features a number of amenities including: free transportation to area attractions, lighted tennis courts, swimming pools, activity center, internet, business center, etc.
Three Night Luxury Vegas Getaway
Donor: Sara Lucchini
Value: $1,500
Step into your Junior Suite at The Signature at MGM Grand to enjoy the good life. Be right where the action is with all the glitz and glamour at your finger tips. The suite includes spa tub, king size bed, and separate sitting area with entertainment center and kitchenette.
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For the Family
| Snips, Snails and Puppy Dog TailsDonor: Mabel's Clothing, Gifts Etc. Value: $140 You won't find real snips, snails, or puppy dog tails in this baby blue basket, but you will find a delightful collection of items for some lucky little boy including cowboy leg warmers, blue suede boots, horse squirt toys, a denim horse bib set, and a $50 gift certificate to Mabel's or Baby Mabel's gift shop in Solana Beach. For the Star Wars Enthusiast Donor: Missy Kelly Value $200 Star Wars cupcakes, cookies and pancakes? You bet! Your kids will eat them up while watching their new Blu Ray Star Wars Trilogy DVD and wearing their Star Wars costume and mask. And don't let them leave home without their light sabers and Star Wars lunch box. Your Baby is on the Way to the Head of the Class Donor: Larry Balaban Value: $325 With this Baby Genius DVD and CD collection the sky is the limit for your little one. They'll also enjoy board books, stuffed animals and play things. Don't miss out on giving your munchkin a head start. Looking for a Kid's Play Date?Donor: Kid Ventures Value: $160 You have invited your kids' friends over to play, now what to do? Here is your answer: a play-date for ten children at Kid Ventures, the unique imaginarium that encourages active, creative play. Your munchkins and their friends will love it, and the adventure comes complete with costumes and goodies. All you need to do is relax and watch the fun! Hangin' with Shamu Donor: Heather Dugdale Value: $500 Imagine days of fun with Shamu and two Silver Season passes to Sea World, including everything you need to make your adventure a delight: hooded towels, Sea World T-shirts and onesies, sun hat, sunblock, sippy cups, food cups, a stroller cup holder, a Shamu backpack, and a bag to carry everything. There are enough Sea World souvenirs in this basket to keep the fun going at home with pillow pets and stuffed animals, bath toys, a Shamu game, water doodle books, poster activity book, and Shamu markers and coloring book. There is even a $50 massage gift card for Mommy after a day splish splashing with the kids! Cuddle TimeDonor: Infantino, LLC Value: $140 Expecting? Or know someone who is? The new little one will be stylin' with this basket of special baby comforts including a Balance ergonomic baby carrier, a Savvy Bag baby changing clutch, a Cloud shopping cart cover, a Sweet Serenade crib toy, crib chimes, a teether and two adorable stuffed animals. This collection gives new meaning to the layette. Thank Heaven for Little GirlsDonor: MODA by Sofia/Allison Value: $500 Six little girls will have a heavenly time at a Moda Walk Party at the MODA by Sofia Showroom in Carmel Valley, complete with Moda merchandise for each little girl, a healthy and yummy lunch, fabulous cupcakes, and a catwalk to "strut their stuff." Ashley DuChene PhotographyDonors: Ashley DuChene Value: $350 Your family is the focus of this gift certificate from Ashley DuChene Photography! You'll shine in a specialized personal photojournalism session at a location of your choice, plus ten retouched image files. Stan Lawrence Portrait and Photography (two gift certificates available) Donor: Stan Lawrence Value: $550 Say "SMILE" for a Signature Coronado Family Beach photo session and Fine Art Portrait. This family portrait will be a lifetime treasure! Well-Behaved Children Donor: Shanie Laflamme Value: $270 If you know a family who could use a little behavior educaiton, try a six-session course Redirecting Children's Behavior with Shanie LaFlamme. You'll learn tricks of the trade that will pay off right away. All course materials included. Everything Princess! Donor: Cathy Richman Value: $125 Turn your little princess into a real princess with this "everything princess" basket including a beautiful tutu, tiaras and sparkly shoes, princess puzzles and games, crayons and lip gloss, a princess DVD, and even a "Fairy Flashlight" that projects fairly images on the wall! She will be all decked out and ready to pretend. Beauty and the Beast Prints Donor: Allison Andrews Value: $100 These beautiful framed prints are taken straight from the beloved 1991 film, that came out on Blu-ray 3D for the first time this week. They will add a touch of whimsy to any little girl's room. Bring these treasures home to your little "Belle." |
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Spirits
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Mojito Madness Donor: Rachel Zahn Value: $75 Watch the sunset over the Pacific while sipping a mojito, the most popular and delicious cocktail ever! This basket contains everything you need to make your drink extra luscious, including lime juice, rum and two different kinds of specialty mojito mix . We have even added a few bar essentials including an awesome shaker, a muddler, and a decorative ice cube mold. Just add a sprig of fresh mint from your herb garden and you're ready to party! There's Enough for a CrowdDonor: B. Cellars Winery Value: $450 Invite your friends to share this exquisite three-liter bottle of Blend 26 Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 from B. Cellars of Napa Valley. A once-in-a-lifetime treat! Here's To You!Donor: Adriana Palomino-Scott Value: $80 Raise your glasses to everyone's good fortune with this magnum of Zinfandel from Bruliam Winery. |
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Art and Culture
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Travel Back in Time Donor: San Diego Museum of Man Value: Priceless Take an exclusive behind the scenes tour of San Diego Museum of Man's rarely seen collections. You and a friend will enjoy an experience that is not available to the public. Expect the unexpected. Get Artsy in San DiegoDonor: San Diego Museum of Art Value: $130.00 You and your friends can get in touch with your artistic side with these six guest tickets to the San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park. The basket includes Toulouse-Lautrec: The Baldwin M. Baldwin Collection Book and a San Diego Museum of Art Membership Magazine. Art will feed your soul ... Symphony and Fine Dining Donor: La Jolla Symphony & Chorus/Leili Nassiri/various restaurants Value: $625 Enjoy the entire La Jolla Symphony & Chorus 2011-2012 "Stravinsky Circus" season of six concerts. Make each concert event extra special with a gift certificate for dinner at one of San Diego's top restaurants including Ruth's Chris Steakhouse ($100), Prep Kitchen ($75), George's at the Cove ($75), Whisk 'N Ladle ($75), a Cohn Group restaurant ($50), and Fleming's ($50). |
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Unforgettable Experiences
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Winery Limo Tour
Donor: La Costa Limousine and Angels
Value: $600
Visit two favorite Temecula wineries in style and luxury with no worries about driving home. You and five friends will be whisked away by limo to the Temecula wine country for an afternoon of spirited fun. Tastings for six at two wineries included.
Paddle up an Appetite
Donor: La Jolla Kayak and Barb Daitch
Value: $115
Spend an afternoon kayaking with a friend through the caves of La Jolla on this guided tour. This one and a half hour paddle winds through seven caves and offers a unique view of La Jolla's famous underwater reserve. Once you've worn yourself out, head up to Jeff's Burgers to refuel on us.
Cop-for-A-Day: Tour and Lunch with the Sheriff
Donor: San Diego County Sheriff's Department
Value: Priceless
This personal tour of the San Diego Central Jail and a hosted lunch with San Diego County Sheriff Bill Gore will be a real treat for you and two guests. It's enough to make you Scared Straight!
A Day at Viejas Donated by: The Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians Value: $230
Head out for some local casino fun at Viejas. You're ready to hit the tables with this $100 gift card then settle in for a delicious steak dinner at Grove Steakhouse. You're sure to get lucky with this basket.
Cruise the Bay
Donor: Hornblower Cruises
Value: $70
Every winter the grey whales enjoy San Diego's mild climate as they migrate from Alaska to Mexico. Now, you can enjoy watching the whales and dolphins on this Hornblower cruise.
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| For the Home |
Peace of Mind and a Safer Home
Donor: Stacy Brown
Value: $150
This basket contains everything you need for a clean, green household. Melaleuca's EcoSense line includes products so safe there are no safety caps required. They clean your home, your dishes, and your laundry with undeniable strength and reliability. These safe formulas use the trusted power of nature and contain no chlorine bleach, no ammonia and no harsh chemicals. EcoSense products can make a real difference in minimizing any negative impact to the earth and our environment, while giving you the sparkling home you deserve.
Decorating for Halloween and After
Donor: Susan Wintersteen
Value: $500
Your home will be ready for the witches and goblins with this delightful felt storage basket full of Halloween decorations, including cupcake toppers, a witch's hat, a scary frame for picturing you in your winning costume, and a large Halloween accessory jar to store your Trick-or-Treat stash. After all the witches and ghosts have gone home, you will have four hours of home consultation design time with Susan Wintersteen of Savvy Interiors.
Get Organized!
Donor: Bonnie Bowman Designs
Value: $195
Can't walk through your office without tripping over files? Can't find that important bill to pay? Lost you favorite book? You need three hours of organizational time with Bonnie Bowman. These sessions include planning, first steps, designing a home-business office, and paper processing and management.
Scentsy Aromatherapy
Donor: Annalisa Barrett
Value: $75
Soothe your senses with this lovely aromatic basket, including a warmed diffuser with an Autumn Sunset wax. Add this huggable Sentsy Buddy with a set of lavender scented beads and you'll feel your stress drift away!
Treasured Frame
Donor: McCoy Designs
Value $450
This one of a kind crystal picture frame made of Citrine holds a 5x7 portrait of your treasured love. Find the perfect spot in your home for this conversation piece.
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| For Our Angels Families | It's Movie Night!: BID ON BEHALF ONE OF OUR AWESOME FAMILIES
Donor: Susan Wintersteen and Angels
There's something special about family movie night at home and you can make it happen for an Angels family with this special basket of movie night goodies that includes five DVDs, a bucket of popcorn and candy. There is so much family fun in this basket; our Angels family will be enjoying this basket for more than one movie night!
Angels Love Rainy Days!: BID ON BEHALF ONE OF OUR AWESOME FAMILIES
Donor: Susan Wintersteen and Angels
Even angels need to be prepared for a rainy day and you can help an Angels family with this basket of activities that contains Bingo, Cootie, Dora the Explorer games, puzzles and crayons, modeling clay and other art materials. There are so many fun activities in this basket that our Angels family will be busy well past April showers!
It's Family Game Night!: BID ON BEHALF ONE OF OUR AWESOME FAMILIES
Donor: Susan Wintersteen and Angels
Evenings, months, even years of fun for an Angels' family are contained in this basket that includes everyone's favorite games: Connect 4, Candyland, Uno, War, Go-Fish, and even a matching game for the littlest member. Note: The chocolate kisses probably won't last too long, but the love of our Angels family will last forever!
Art Appreciation: BID ON BEHALF ONE OF OUR AWESOME FAMILIES
Donor: Susan Wintersteen and Angels
Angels' kiddos have the potential to become whatever they dream to be, including great artists. You can give the gift of art with this basket that includes everything the young artist needs to create masterpieces galore: crayons, etch-a-sketch, glitter glue, watercolor paints, and drawing paper. Our Angels parents will be wallpapering their home with the colorful creations.
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Jewelry and Handbags
| A Silver and Turquoise Treasure
Donor: Adornments
Value: $450
With this strikingly beautiful, handcrafted silver and turquoise bead necklace from Adornments, you won't need to wear anything else! This treasure goes with everything and will be the topic of conversation wherever you wear it.
m.andonia Handbags
Donor: m.andonia and Angels
Value: $350
We've got the most popular colors and styles of this celebrity favorite handbag designer, m.andonia. Treat yourself to a lovely (and practical) m.andoni handbag. It will truly go with everything in your closet.
Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend
Donor: Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers
Value: $1,650
You will love this lovely vintage, yellow and white gold diamond cluster ring (1.5 carat) from Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers.
Freshwater Pearls and Gold
Donor: Jessops Jewelers
Value: $450
Jessops Jewelers decorates you with this delicate freshwater pearl and gold necklace.
Lady's Pearl Strand
Donor: Diamond Boutique Value: $4,500 This classic pearl necklace will carry you through any season with sophistication. The clasp is crafted in silver; cultured fresh water rice pearls surround the nine black pearls.
Red Leather Italian Handbag
Donor: Linda Dealy
Value: $300
Your keys, cell phone, passport, lipstick, and other valuables are safe and easily at hand when you carry this beautiful, handmade red leather handbag. You'll take it everywhere; a truly luxurious necessity! Take a look inside at the convenient organization that goes along with the fabulous styling!
Neck and Bag Art
Donor: Neck Art & m.andonia
Value: $475
This art you wear around your neck is a unique piece made of turquoise rondells with large coral beads and one outstanding antique silver bead. Wear it paired with an m.adonia handbag in similar colors of turquoise, silver, and red.
Wrist and Bag Art
Donor: Charriol & m.andonia
Value: $1,000 If you're looking forward to the new fall colors, including fashionable amethyst, this delicate silver and amethyst bracelet and the coordinated m.andonia handbag will fit right into your wardrobe.
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For the Foodies
| It's a Dream Dinners Party! Donor: Dream Dinners of Solana Beach Value: $300 Dream Dinners has pioneered a completely new way to put dinner on the table, even if you don't like to cook! It's truly unlike anything you have ever experienced. Throw a party for you and your friends (up to ten people) to come to the Solana Beach Dream Dinners and prepare a delicious dinner for six in an hour! Then relax and sample more scrumptious options from Dream Dinners' current menu. Don't leave without a package of their delicious, buttery breakfast scones. In-N-Out Extravaganza Donor: In-N-Out Burger Value: $75 If you love this iconic burger Mecca, this basket is for you! Take home eight guest checks that may be redeemed for a burger plus fries and drink at any In-N-Out Burger location. The In-N-Out T-shirt and insulated cup are souvenirs that will remind you of this favorite tasty treat shared with your friends Please Join Us for Brunch...Times TwoDonor: The French Gourmet &Allison Andrews Value: $120 That's the invitation you'll be sending when you have this basket of everything you need to prepare a fantastic brunch: Blueberry Multigrain Pancakes and Waffles, Cinnamon and Streusel quick bread, maple syrup, red raspberry preserves, a collection of teas, and even four decorative pottery plates and mugs with napkins to match. You can even pick up some delicious French Gourmet pastries and it'll look like you baked them yourself. Mmmm ... can't you smell them in the oven now? Cooking with Thomas KellerDonor: Leili Nassiri Value: $120 Your kitchen will receive rave reviews when you prepare recipes from Thomas Keller's Ad Hoc at Home cookbook. Add some delightful kitchen accessories including an expandable trivet, matching oven mitts and towel, salt and pepper shakers, and a unique odor bar that will instantly remove that garlic smell. A Taste of San Diego Donor: Various restaurants Value: $280 Calling all Foodies! Enjoy a variety of cuisines and restaurants as you tour the county trying new flavors with this package of restaurant gift certificates. Restaurants include: Fred's Mexican Café in the Gaslamp Quarter, El Q'ero in Encinitas, The Wellington Steak and Maritime Lounge in Mission Hills, and Solare Ristoranté in Point Loma's Liberty Station, PF Chang's, and Fleming's Steak House, La Jolla. Grab a Bite at Paradise Grille Donor: Paradise Grille Value: $200 Enjoy California cuisine with an Asian flare at this upscale Del Mar eatery. Sit around the fire pit, have a drink and while away the evening. The Best in Burger Trends Donor: Smashburger Value: $ 150 There are many new burger spots in town, but this is the best. With locations throughout San Diego, this designer burger bar does not disappoint. Not only do you get $50 in "Smashbucks" but you also get to support Angels with a $100 donation in your name. Try the San Diego Specialty Burger and it will become a favorite. Culinary UndergroundDonor: Mark Kuhlman Value: $850 Whether you love to cook, do not cook, or just love to eat a great meal and dream of getting invited to the Chef's Private Table, you will be thrilled with this cooking class for up to ten guests. Choose between Moroccan, Central Mexican, Thai, or New Orleans cuisine. Enjoy a glass of wine or two and learn to prepare easy and impressive recipes. Cook with Chef Mark! |
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Sports
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Fore!
Donor: Cobra Golf
Value: $100
Whether you're preparing for the next golf tournament or just a casual weekend game, you'll be getting a hole-in-one using this club and four boxes of Power Distance balls from Nike. The Cobra Golf (Puma) Baffler Rail H 3 is what your game has been missing.
Touchdown!
Donor: Philip Rivers and Angels
Value: $ Priceless
You'll be the envy of your friends with this authentic signed Phillip Rivers #17 Charger jersey and autographed Charger football. This star Charger quarterback is our very own Angel.
Limited Edition Chargers Football
Donor: Tommy and Corey Hough
Value $100
Add a Chargers' 50th Anniversary football to your collection of memorabilia.
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