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Premier Live Auction1 Send Kids to Camp Arroyo2 Choice Cuisine3 Las Ventanas Holds the Key4 Center Ice5 La Dolce Vita6 Go Hollywood with MTV7 Bella Notte8 Monday Night Madness with Steve Young9 Parrotheads in Vegas

10 Connoisseur Wine Dinner for Eight11 Picture Perfect12 Soak up the South with BACKROADS13 Reach for the Gold14 Your Own Private Sonoma15 Sail Away16 The Simpsons Table Read in Los Angeles17 Alaskan Adrenaline: Heli-skiing in the Chugach18 Fulfill Your Constant Craving19 Suite Romance20 World Cup Training with Brandi Chastain21 Dinner with hope & grace22 Get Your Game On23 Bocce e Vino24 Shana Festival25 Cruise the Caribbean

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Send Kids to Camp Arroyo Hold your bidder number HIGH to give very special

children living with challenges every day of their life a fun-filled week at Camp Arroyo

Your donation ensures that every child who wants to attend Camp Arroyo can-at no cost to their families

Remember when you were a kid at summer camp? Roasting marshmallows, telling ghost stories, splashing around the pool, making new friends? The Taylor Family Foundations Camp Arroyo offers children with life-threatening and chronic illnesses, developmental disabilities and youth-at-risk these experiences at no cost to their families. Within the security of camp, they are able to reach beyond their limits and amaze themselves and others by doing things they didnt know they were capable ofnor dared to dream.

Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present.

~ Albert Camus

Approximate value: Priceless Our Thanks To:

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Choice Cuisine Five-course private chef s dinner for 12 guests in the Tapestry

Room at Ruths Chris Steak House in Walnut Creek Premium California wines paired with each course, selected

by the Ruths Chris Steak House Sommelier Includes elegant round-trip limousine coach service to and

from one location, courtesy of Black Tie Transportation Date to be mutually agreed upon on a Sunday through

Thursday, excluding Valentines Day, Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Christmas Eve and New Years Eve

The winning bidder will take home a vertical of twelve 750ml Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, vintages 1990 - 2001 to celebrate with all year long

Expires August 29, 2011It all started in 1965 when Ruth Fertel spotted an ad in the classifieds: Steak house for sale, and soon found herself owner of the small restaurant on a New Orleans corner. Now considered the worlds largest fine dining company, the Walnut Creek location proudly welcomes you and 11 guests for a spectacular private chef s wine dinner. Perfect for a family gathering, office event or special get-together with friends, the evening is sure to be an unforgettable celebration of extraordinary atmosphere, remarkable food and wineand tons of fun!

Approximate value: $3,000 Our Thanks To:

Ruths Chris Steak House, Walnut Creek, Dr. Ron and Sheila Light and Black Tie Transportation

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Las Ventanas Holds the Key Six-night stay in a private one-bedroom villa at Las Ventanas

al Paraiso, a Ty Warner property/Rosewood resort with private butler and full concierge services

Beautifully appointed living room with two terraces and commanding ocean views

Exquisite cuisine at The Restaurant, The Sea Grill and the Tequila and Ceviche Bar

World class spa with all of the amenities and a state-of-the-art fitness center

Air and ground transportation not included Tiffany & Co. 18-carat gold key pendant on a 20-inch chain Expires October 1, 2011

Unlock the door to this unforgettable escape with a Tiffany & Co. 18-carat gold key pendant on a 20-inch chain. Then leave everything behind as you and a guest experience the ultimate in personalized service at Las Ventanas al Paraiso in sun-splashed Los Cabos, Mexico. Unparalleled service meets intoxicating ambiance at this AAA five-diamond rated property where a private butler caters to your every need. Enjoy deep-sea fishing and diving then savor exquisite Baja-Mediterranean cuisine at The Restaurant while soaking in views of the glistening Sea of Cortez. Youll never want to say adios.

Approximate value: $9,400Our Thanks To:

Mark Karpenko & Teresa Vella and Tiffany & Co.Notes:


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Center Ice Ten VERY lucky kids and one chaperone per child will

attend a San Jose Sharks training camp practice held at the Sharks Ice practice facility in San Jose

Hosted by Sharks All-Star center and Canadian Olympian Joe Thornton

Includes round-trip transportation on the Black Tie Community Bus from one location

Lunch following practice provided by Lisa Ruggieri Hines of Bella Luxe

Event will take place on a mutually agreed-upon weekday in September 2010

Expires September 30, 2010If you were anywhere near the Bay Area this past May, you couldnt escape Shark fever, as fans saw their favorite NHL team power their way into the Western conference finals. Now a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity awaits ten kids and one chaperone per child who will have the thrill to getting up close and personal with the Sharks. The day will be hosted by star center and Hart Memorial Trophy winner Joe Jumbo Thornton. After practice, kids will have the opportunity to chat with Thornton and enjoy lunch.

Approximate value: Priceless Starting bid: $3,500

Our Thanks To: Joe Thornton, the San Jose Sharks, Kirk Reynolds, Black Tie

Transportation and Lisa Ruggieri Hines of Bella LuxeNotes:

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La Dolce VitaLearn to Cook Like an Italianin Italy!

Cooking school for two at the Rhode School of Cuisine in the Tuscan town of Vorno, Italy

Six nights deluxe accommodations at the luxurious Villa Luciaa four-acre, private estate surrounded by gardens, fruit orchards and trickling fountains

Five days of hands-on cooking classes Take a guided tour of Lucca, attend a lecture and tasting of

local Tuscan and Chianti wines and visit the local olive press factory

Includes all food and beverage consumed on the property; restaurant meals not included

Airfare not included; recommended arrival airport is Pisa or Florence

Includes airport (or train) transfers from Pisa or Florence, and all transportation for excursions

Available dates: September 19-25, 2010; May 8-14, 2011; May 15-21, 2011; September 4-10, 2011

Due to popularity, please book as soon as possible to reserve your preferred date

Expires September 10, 2011Nestled in the historic Tuscan village of Vorno, just outside Lucca, is where youll embark on a week-long cooking holiday. Begin your day in a beautiful room furnished with antique furniture and designer fabrics, then sip a cappuccino before heading off to the market to help the chef select fresh produce for your meal. Return to the villa to create classic Italian dishes in a state-of-the-art kitchen, all while learning about the unique cuisine of Tuscany. Just outside the unspoiled scenery and tranquil setting of Villa Lucia, the many diversions of Tuscany await your discovery. As you say Arrivederci, Italia!, youll leave with a cookbook of the weeks meals, customized apron, certificate of culinary achievement and memories youll cherish for a lifetime.


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Go Hollywood with MTV Two premium tickets to the 27th annual MTV Video Music

Awards show on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at the NOKIA Theatre in Los Angeles

Private round-trip air accommodations in a Pilatus PC-12 plane, courtesy of the Bonderson Family

Depart from a Bay Area airport on either September 11 or September 12, 2010, and return either September 13 or September 14, 2010

Two nights accommodations at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in a premier studio suite

Please book departure date with the TTFF office by September 1, 2010

Expires September 14, 2010The 27th annual MTV Video Music Awards show returns to the West Coast this year after a stint in the Big Apple. The event will feature a mix of A-list presenters, performances from the biggest names in the music industry, non-stop stargazing, and more of those unexpected moments that make MTVs Video Music Awards the most entertaining show of the year. After the awards ceremony, continue feeling like a VIP as you return to your luxurious digs at the stunning Beverly Wilshire Hotel.


Our Thanks To: Shelley Lazar/SLO, the Bonderson Family, the Beverly Wilshire

Hotel, a Four Seasons Hotel, and Paige Kevan & Associates Luxury Travel Management

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Bella NotteUnforgettable Tuscan evening for eight,

no passport required! Gourmet feast for eight guests at the home of Nancy and

Marty Mazzanti in Danville Six-plus course artisan Italian meal, featuring Evelyn and Jon

Wells, Rick Scott, Ed Balbiani, Toni Mazzanti and Marty Mazzanti as your chefs for the evening

John Rittmaster, wine director and partner of PRIMA Ristorante in Walnut Creek, will pair your wines throughout the evening, with exceptional offerings from PRIMA and from Marty Mazzantis private collection

Cocktails and hors doeuvres served alfresco with views of Mt. Diablo

Beautiful music played throughout the evening on the baby grand piano

Date to be mutually agreed upon Expires August 29, 2011

Leave your passport at home and forget about jet laga trip to Tuscany is closer than you think! By popular demand, this exclusive dinner at the Danville home of Nancy and Marty Mazzanti makes its return to the Day in the Park auctionand its better than ever. Eight guests will experience bella Toscana for an evening of incredible food, wine, music, impeccable service, and gracious hospitality. Between the artisanal menu and warm Italian atmosphere, youll swear youve been transported to a romantic Tuscan village. Weather permitting, cocktails and appetizers will be served on the loggia under the 150-year-old oak as you enjoy stunning views of Mt Diablo. At the intermezzo, relax in the living room while being entertained with a musical treat played on the baby grand. Every detail of the evening will celebrate the zest for life and attitude that Italians are known for: La vita bella. Life is beautiful!


Nancy and Marty Mazzanti, Evelyn and Jon Wells, Sue and Rick Scott, Nancy and Ed Balbiani, Renee and Max Shapiro, Toni

Mazzanti and John Rittmaster of PRIMA Ristorante

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Monday Night Madness with Steve Young

Four tickets to the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Redskins game on Monday, November 15, 2010 at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland

Includes pre-game field passes Spend time before the game with Steve Young on ESPNs

Monday Night Football pre-game set Round-trip air accommodations to the Washington D.C.

area, courtesy of JetBlue Airways Depart from the Bay Area on Sunday, November 14, 2010

and return Tuesday, November 16, 2010 Includes accommodations for two nights (two rooms) in the

Washington D.C. area Take home a limited edition Steve Young signed and framed

serigraph donated by the Forever Young Foundation Expires November 16, 2010

Are you ready for some football? Jet to Washington D.C. to join Hall-of-Famer Steve Young and the rest of the ESPN Monday Night Football crew for action-packed excitement during this NFL Eastern Conference showdown as Redskins quarterback Donovan McNabb takes on his former team, the Philadelphia Eagles. Visit the sights of our nations capitol or just relax and rest up for the big game!


Our Thanks To: Steve Young, Forever Young Foundation, Kirk Reynolds, ESPN,

JetBlue Airways and The Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant GroupNotes:

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Parrotheads in Vegas Two premium tickets to see Jimmy Buffett and the Coral

Reefer Band perform live at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday, October 23, 2010

Two tickets to a Cirque du Soleil show on Sunday, October 24, 2010 (show TBA)

Private round-trip air transportation to Las Vegas departing Saturday, October 23, 2010 from a Bay Area airport and returning Monday, October 25, 2010, courtesy of Pelican Ventures

Two nights luxury accommodations at the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas

Expires October 25, 2010Calling all Parrotheads! Spread your wings and board a private plane for two nights of unparalleled entertainment in the entertainment capital of the worldLas Vegas! On Saturday night youll watch Jimmy Buffett perform his island-flavored sounds in the Garden Arena at the MGM Grand. The next evening, youll witness one of the spectacular shows by the incomparable Cirque du Soleil, as they astound with the theatrical and harmonious fusion of dance, music, and acrobatics for which theyre world-renowned. Nighttime will have you dozing luxuriously at the Four Seasons, a non-gaming oasis of tranquility, discreetly tucked into the Mandalay Bay complex.

Approximate value: $ 7,150Our Thanks To:

SLO/Shelley Lazar, Pelican Ventures and Paige Kevan & Associates Luxury Travel Management

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Connoisseur Wine Dinner for Eight

Featuring a spectacular vertical selection of eight vintages of Chteau La Mission Haut Brion

Multi-course dinner for eight guests with Barry and Joan Boothe at their San Francisco home in Pacific Heights

Menu paired with the wines in consultation with PRIMA sommelier Angela Luciano, PRIMA wine director John Rittmaster, PRIMA Chef Peter Chastain, and the buyer

Experience the following wines from the Boothes multi-thousand-bottle cellar: 1989 Krug Brut Champagne 1996 Corton-Charlemagne, Louis Jadot Grand Cru 1996 Puligny-Montrachet, Les Folatieres, Domaine Leroy Premier Cru 1962 Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion Graves 1975 Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion Graves 1978 Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion Graves 1979 Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion Graves 1981 Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion Graves 1982 Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion Graves 1989 Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion Graves 1990 Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion Graves Vintage port selection from the cellar, selected by winning bidder 1990 Chteau dYquem

Special incentive: if the winning bid is above estimated retail value, PRIMA Ristorante will add ten (10) $50 gift certificates for dinner at PRIMA to this lot


Join longtime wine collectors and enthusiasts Joan and Barry Boothe for a special multi-course wine dinner. Executive chef and owner of Walnut Creeks PRIMA Ristorante, Peter Chastain will prepare the evenings exquisite menu. The wines will center on a vertical selection of eight vintages of Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion, a super second growth Bordeaux Chteau.


Barry and Joan Boothe; John Rittmaster and Peter Chastain of PRIMA Ristorante and PRIMA Vini

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Picture Perfect World-renowned portrait artist Lisa Evans will capture the

moment as your family enjoys a bountiful wine country picnic in the Napa Valley

Lisa will transform your photograph into a hand-painted work of art that you will treasure forever on a canvas measuring up to 30 x 40 inches

One-night stay at the private Boyd Family Vineyard cottage Enjoy a delicious catered lunch courtesy of A Perfect Pear Boyd Family Vineyard will provide a variety of wines for your

picnic lunch Includes design consultation and portrait sitting either on

location in the Napa Valley or, if preferred, on the unique wooded acres of Lisas Danville studio

Expires August 29, 2011Its the family portrait experience youve only dreamed of! While relaxing and enjoying a picnic with delectable food and specially-selected wine, renowned portrait artist Lisa Evans will capture you and your loved ones amid the gorgeous Napa Valley backdrop. Allow Lisa to design and create a unique piece of art that seamlessly blends the mediums of photography and paintingthe style for which shes known the world over.


Lisa Evans of Lisa Evans Portrait Design, Susan Knapp of A Perfect Pear and Boyd Family Vineyard

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Soak up the South with BACKROADS

Charleston and Savannah Multi-Sport Excursion Trip Six-day, five-night private BACKROADS Premier Inn

multi-sport trip for 20 guests Trip meets in Charleston, South Carolina on October 16,

2011 and departs from Savannah, Georgia on October 21, 2011

Hike, bike and kayak through historical Charleston, the Low Country of Beaufort and the refined, tree-lined neighborhoods of Savannah

Doug McConnell will be filming the trip for an upcoming episode of OpenRoad with Doug McConnell

All meals except for one dinner are included Enjoy one case of Lamborn Family Vineyards wine to share

during the trip Air transportation is not included Ground transfer at end of trip (to airport in Savannah or

Charleston) is included Guests are required to arrive in region at least one day prior

to start of trip Expires October 21, 2011

Discover the enchantment of the Old South with BACKROADS, the leader in adventure and active travel, on this six-day private, multi-sport trip for 20 guests in the fall of 2011. Experience the allure of historic Charleston, the coastal wonder of Beaufort and the elegance of Savannah as you pedal past grand mansions and stately magnolias, kayak along intimate waterways, and walk through flower-draped courtyards and tiny brick alleywaysall at a fun, leisurely pace.

Approximate value: $4,750 per personOur Thanks To:

BACKROADS, Doug McConnell, ConvergenceMedia Productions, Dan Herz Productions

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Reach for the Gold One-hour ice-skating party with Olympic gold-medalist

Kristi Yamaguchi for 15 children and five chaperones at Sharks Ice in Fremont.

Kristi will sign one piece of memorabilia that each child brings

Lunch will be provided Transportation is not included Expires August 29, 2011

Kids will leap for this opportunity to participate in a figureskating party held by Olympic champion and Bay Area native Kristi Yamaguchi. In addition to winning the gold medal in the 1992 Winter Olympics, Yamaguchi held both the U.S. and World Figure Skating Champion titles in numerous years. No stranger to success, Yamaguchi was also crowned winner of the 2008 Dancing With the Stars season. Beginning to experienced skaters, and everyone in between, will enjoy this opportunity to learn what it takes to aspire to their dreams.

Approximate value: Priceless Starting Bid: $3,500

Our Thanks To: Kristi Yamaguchi

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Your Own Private Sonoma Tour and barrel tasting for two couples at DuMOL Winery

with proprietors Michael & Janet Verlander Invitation to DuMOL 2011 Spring Release Tasting, May

2011 Luncheon at the exclusive Mayacama Country Club Two-night stay (two rooms) at the Les Mars hotel in

Healdsburg Specialty-crafted cocktails at the Spoonbar Dinner for four at Charlie Palmers Dry Creek Kitchen

featuring progressive regional cuisine crafted from local ingredients grown in the bountiful Sonoma County

Private concierge services, including extra surprises, courtesy of DeTours

Expires August 29, 2011DuMOL Winery, Les Mars Hotel, Mayacama Country Club, Charlie Palmer's Dry Creek Kitchen and Spoonbar partner with DeTours private concierge service to bring the winning bidder a one-of-a-kind experience in Sonoma County wine country. In addition to the items above, DeTours will add more knock-your-socks-off surprises that will be customized to accommodate your personal interests once you contact them to redeem your generous bid.


Michael and Janet Verlander of DuMOL Winery, DeTours Private Concierge Service, Les Mars Hotel, Mayacama Country

Club, Charlie Palmers Dry Creek Kitchen and Spoonbar Notes:


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Sail Away Seven-night Caribbean exclusive yachting holiday with

SeaDream Yacht Club for two guests Choose from a variety of sailings aboard either SeaDream I

or SeaDream II, from November 2010 through April 2011 Your all-inclusive experience includes gourmet meals; wine

with lunch and dinner, open bar with selected premium brands and gratuities

Includes $200 onboard spa credit Complimentary use of water toys, mountain bikes and golf

simulator Air and ground transportation not included Guests encouraged to book as soon as possible to ensure

preferred sailing Expires April 24, 2011 and excludes New Years voyages

Channel your inner James Bond as you sail the crystal blue Caribbean with SeaDream Yacht Club. Experience exclusive, hip, casual cruising aboard one of two twin mega-yachts, each carrying a maximum of 112 guests and a crew of 95. SeaDream I and II are able to visit the yachting playgrounds and intimate harbors where larger ships are unable to reach, featuring custom designed itineraries with overnight stays. SeaDreams incomparable service will indulge, spoil and surpass all expectations. With impeccable attention to detail and unstructured elegance, you will discover firsthand why Its yachting, not cruising.


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The Simpsons Table Read in Los Angeles

Four guests will attend a private table read with the cast of The Simpsons

Table read will take place on the 20th Century Fox lot in Los Angeles on a Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. (lasts approximately one hour)

Winners may choose from the following dates, based on availability: September 16, September 23, October 14, October 21, November 4 or November 11 (all dates are 2010)

Includes round-trip air transportation from a Bay Area airport, courtesy of Southwest Airlines

Deluxe accommodations for one night (two rooms) at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel

Enjoy lunch for four amongst the stars Includes a script from The Simpsons signed by the cast All attendees must be ten years of age or older and

accompanied by a parent or legal guardian Attendees must sign a waiver and release and provide

additional background information prior to the experience. Please call TTFF to book by September 8, 2010 Expires November 11, 2010

Be right in the thick of Springfield!with the cast and writers of The SimpsonsAmericas first family of dysfunction. Four people will jet down to Los Angeles, courtesy of Southwest Airlines, stay one night in the luxurious Beverly Wilshire Hotel, and spend the morning in hilarity as the cast of the Matt Groening-created Simpsons television show runs through their script for an upcoming episode. Its a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hang out with Homer, Marge and the whole zany lot.


Our Thanks To: Shelley Lazar/SLO, Southwest Airlines, the Beverly Wilshire

Hotel, a Four Seasons Hotel and Paige Kevan & Associates Luxury Travel Management


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Alaskan Adrenaline: Heli-skiing in the Chugach

Guided helicopter skiing and snowboarding adventure for two in Valdez, Alaska with Dean Cummings H2O Heli Guides

Includes five nights lodging and three days of skiing/snowboarding

Ground transportation from Valdez airport included Breakfast and lunch provided daily Six runs daily, averaging 20,000 vertical feet of heli-skiing or

snowboarding; additional runs may be purchased separately Includes all safety equipment, an expert guide and pilot and

use of Fat Powder skis, if needed Includes down-day activities (if weather is insufficient for

heli skiing/snowboarding) Airfare not included Expires April 30, 2011

From the minute you approach Valdez and lay eyes on the vast Chugach Range, prepare to be in aweand in for the adventure of your life. This five-night trip of a lifetime includes three days of skiing or snowboarding on the most majestic backcountry terrain on earth. Highly trained mountain aviators and expert guides will accompany you on a ski experience customized to your specific goals and abilities. Adrenaline takes on a whole new meaning as you descend glacier bowls, take on giant ramps and go deep into the Chugach.


Dean Cummings H2O Heli GuidesNotes:

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Fulfill Your Constant Craving Private k.d. lang dinner for six guests prepared by a celebrity

chef at Twisted Willow Farm in Napa Valley Enjoy tours and tastings at boutique Napa Valley wineries One-night stay for six in luxury accommodations Date to be mutually agreed upon during the month of August

2011 Expires August 29, 2011

Its high time for a detour from your hectic schedule. Close your eyes and raise your bidder number high for this exclusive chance to enjoy dinner with Grammy-winner k.d. lang at the luxurious Napa Valley farm of long-time TTFF supporters Ken Monnens and Jim Uyeda. With tours of three exclusive wineries and an overnight stay in the Napa Valley, the winning bidder of this package will be singing Hallelujah.


Our Thanks To: k.d. lang, Ken Monnens and Jim Uyeda

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Suite Romance Two front-row seats to see Harry Connick, Jr. perform live in

concert at Wente Vineyards on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 One-night stay in a Grand King Suite at the Rose Hotel in

downtown Pleasanton on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 Round-trip private Town Car transfer from hotel to concert,

courtesy of Black Tie Transportation Includes gourmet dinner at The Restaurant at Wente

Vineyards Beverages not included 28 individually bezel-set, round, brilliant-cut diamonds

(2.62 total carat weight) on a delicate 18k white gold cable link chain, courtesy of Scott and Catherine Heller of Heller Jewelers

Expires September 22, 2010Enjoy a romantic evening for two surrounded by luxurious accommodations, incredible music and gorgeous jewelry. On September 21, check into your Grand King Suite at the Rose Hotel on Pleasantons charming Main Street. Enjoy an exquisite fourcourse dinner at the award-winning Wente Vineyards Restaurant before taking your front-row seats as the Grammy award-winning, old school mega-crooner Harry Connick, Jr. and his band take the stage to entertain with their infamous, jazzy classics, swoony ballads and big band sounds.


Scott & Catherine Heller of Heller Jewelers, The Rose Hotel, Carolyn Wente, Wente Vineyards Restaurant & Event Center

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World Cup Training with Brandi Chastain

15 children and five chaperones will attend a Testimonial Soccer Game honoring the career of USA National Soccer player Brandi Chastain on Saturday, October 2, 2010

Children will take part in a pre-game clinic for 150 participants with Brandi, all-star soccer players and celebrity athletes

Includes half-time opportunities to play on the field The clinic will be held at Buck Shaw Stadium in Santa Clara Pre-game festivities begin at 3 p.m. followed the clinic at 4

p.m. and game at 6 p.m. Expires October 2, 2010

Invite the soccer team or host a birthday bash to remember. Children will enjoy interactive, family-friendly festivities followed by a clinic held by Brandi Chastain, Mia Hamm, Julie Foudy and other all-star soccer players. Be sure to stick around for the game. You never know who may be called onto the field to play!


Our Thanks To: Brandi Chastain

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Dinner with hope & grace Private wine pairing dinner for 12 guests at the home of

Barry and Elaine Taylor The Welshman, Chef Graham Jonesy Jones, will be your

chef for the evening Charles Hendricks of hope & grace Wines will pair his wines

with each course Enjoy extraordinary champagne and port from Barry Taylors

private collection Guests will experience a special wine tasting at the Hendricks

Wines Tasting Salon in Yountville on a mutually agreed upon date

Date of event to be mutually agreed upon and excludes Saturdays

Expires August 29, 2011 If youve never experienced a culinary event hosted by food and wine professionals within the comfort of a private home, youre in for an incredible evening. Relax with friends as Chef Graham Jonesy Jones prepares a stunning gourmet meal at the home of Barry and Elaine Taylor. Renowned winemaker Charles Hendricks will be pouring perfectly-paired wines from his hope & grace label. Youll begin the evening by sipping fine champagne from Barry Taylors private collection and tour his cellar after dinner while enjoying delicious port and lattes. Wrap up your evening in delicious style by taking home a goody bag filled with treats by Rachel Dunn Chocolates and Danville Cigar, Fine Wine & Gifts.


Graham Jonesy Jones, Charles Hendricks, hope & grace Wines, Rachel Dunn Chocolates, Danville Cigar, Fine Wine & Gifts

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Get Your Game OnOakland Raiders Luxury Suite

You and 17 friends will be there for the season opener as the Oakland Raiders take on the St. Louis Rams on Sunday, September 19, 2010 at 1:05 p.m.

An Oakland Raiders legend will visit the suite during the game

Includes four pre-game sideline passes and five parking passes

Expires September 19, 2010Oakland A's Game

Watch as the Oakland As take on the Texas Rangers on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at 1:05 p.m. at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

Includes a skybox for 20 people and four parking passes Food and beverages will be provided by The DeSilva Group Expires September 25, 2010

Golden State Warriors Luxury Suite Golden State Warriors Luxury Suite for 20 guests at Oracle

Arena for 2010-2011 regular season game Includes four VIP parking passes and 20 gift bags Enjoy a half-time visit from the Warriors Girls Game to be mutually agreed upon and must be booked

in advance Expires April 13, 2011

This package scores points! Its the perfect gift for an East Bay sports fan or a fabulous opportunity to treat employees or clients to a game in style.


Our Thanks To: The Oakland Raiders, the Golden State Warriors,

Supervisor Scott Haggerty and Jim Summersof The DeSilva Group

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Bocce e Vino Bocce for 12 guests at Campo di Bocces world-class, state-

of-the-art courts Enjoy a custom wine-paired chef dinner served in a private

room, surrounded by stunning vineyard views Specially-selected, artisanal wines from Picazo Vineyards

poured by Mark Clarin, winemaker Round-trip, local transportation provided to Campo di Bocce

from one location Date to be mutually agreed upon and excludes December

1-24, 2010 Expires August 29, 2011

Experience the ultimate in contemporary, casual Italian dining while engaging in a sport that saw play in the Roman Empire! At Campo di Bocce in Livermore, you and 11 guests will have a blast seeing who can roll their ball closest to the pallino. Reward your athletic endeavors with a special Italian chef dinner. The cuisine at Campo di Bocce boasts a bit of Italy with just a dash of California flair, providing a delicious, modern twist on your favorite Italian classics.


Tom Albanese, Jennifer Albanese and Ben Musolf of Campo di Bocce and Mark Clarin of Picazo Vineyards

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Shana Festival You and 99 guests will enjoy the passionate and energetic

sounds of Shana Morrison and her band, Caledonia, at a private concert at Camp Arroyo

Enjoy a delicious meal prepared by Camp Arroyo's Chef Nicole Lucia of YMCA East Bay

Quench your thirst with Samuel Adams Beer, courtesy of The Boston Beer Company


Celebrate a birthday or anniversary with a private concert for 99 of your closest friends.Shana Morrison began her musical career when she joined her father in the Van Morrisons Rhythm and Soul Review as a featured artist. Now as a solo artist, her style blends elements of blues, country, jazz, and R&B. Though Shanas material is ever-changing, her unique and wide-ranging voice always remains the sameremarkable. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held in the spacious dining hall at Camp Arroyo.


Our Thanks To: Shana Morrison and Caledonia, Chef Nicole Lucia of YMCA of

the East Bay and the Boston Beer CompanyNotes:

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Cruise the Caribbean Seven-night Caribbean cruise for two guests aboard the

Wind Surf by Windstar All Caribbean itineraries depart from and return to the

charming and sophisticated coral island of Barbados and include ports of call such as St. Lucia, Grenada, St. Martin, St. Bartlemy and St. Kitts

Luxury accommodations in an outside stateroom featuring a sitting area, luxury bedding, flat-screen TVs, DVD and CD players, iPod, wireless internet and Bose SoundDocks

Enjoy complimentary water activities including kayaking, waterskiing, snorkeling and sailing from the ships watersports platform

Choose from a variety of sailing dates from November 28, 2010 through March 27, 2011

Guests encouraged to book as soon as possible to ensure preferred sailing date

Air and ground transportation not included Expires April 3, 2011

Set sail aboard the 312-passenger Wind Surf and experience five-star niche sailing with Windstar. The stunningly-crafted flagship of the three-ship Windstar fleet offers all the large-ship amenities one could ask for within an intimate, small-ship setting. Enjoy relaxed dining (no formal nights) with open restaurant seating that allows guests to dine when and with whom they like. Chat with the captain and view the ships operation from the bridge, experience unparalleled we know your name service from the crew and find out why Windstar is known for being 180 from ordinary.


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Twenty Years of Giving, Ten Years of Camp:

1990-2010

Lets help

these kids!

Well RaiseMoney!

1990Barry & Elaine Taylor hold a fundraiser to benefit children & families suffering with HIV/AIDS. There are approximately 1,000 Bay Area children with HIV/AIDS at this time.

$56,000 was raised at the first fundraiser to help support HIV/AIDS families

Day in the Park becomes an annual event

The Taylor Family

Foundation is formed.

TTFF helps support

programs at Childrens Hospital, Oakland & UCSF

1996 1999TTFFs primary focus is funding clinical programs, social programs, holiday events, activity days and summer camp for HIV/AIDS children. TTFF redefines their niche when they discover that summer camp programs are desperately needed.

In 1996 After funding a summer camp for children with HIV/AIDS, TTFF decides to build their own camp

In 1997, with the help of East Bay Regional Park District, TTFF finds land and a partner to build a state of the art

green campGround

breaks in 1997 at the future home of TTFFs Camp Arroyo2000

Camp opens. The total number of HIV/AIDS children has dropped to 300, so Camp Arroyo welcomes children with a variety of orphan diseases and illnesses lesser known to the greater community.

Camp sleeps 144 and includes aswimming pool, dining hall & ropes

course

By 2000, autism rates have increased by 200%. By 2003, TTFF is hosting three

autism camps

2010TTFF celebrates 10 years of Camp Arroyo. TTFF and TTFFs Camp Arroyo have served more than 40,000 children since opening

its doors, providing respite to nearly 70,000 parents at no cost to these families.

2002 - 2008Additional camp buildings are constructed; a bocce court, chalk garden and the Dave Matthews Band Outdoor outdoor amphitheater with camp fire circle is built.

Coins & Cash for Campers

RAIses $52,865.51

Pediatric HIV/AIDS Fundraisers1990 - 1995

Sarah HouseInfirmary opens

BuiltGreen!

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