2015 Live Auction Brochure

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Reserved Ner Tamid Parking SpaceFrom July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016RESERVED Value: Priceless PARKING Opening Bid: $500MAXINE & We live in Southern California. Living in Southern California means we MAX expect to find a parking space immediately next to wherever we may go. Make that expectation a reality by winning your own parking MENSCH space in the Congregation Ner Tamid parking lot. Enjoy:  A reserved parking space from July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016  Your name on a Reserved Parking sign  Front row parking for the High Holidays, Sunday morning events, and the Annual Celebration, to name but a few.

Value: $8,220Opening Bid: $3,050

Cancun Paradise Vacation5-Night Stay at the Westin Resort & Spa Cancun with Airfare for 2This Experience Includes: 5-night stay in a deluxe ocean view guest room at the Westin Resort & Spa Cancun Daily breakfast for 2 Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to Cancun, Mexico Winspire booking & concierge serviceVisitors seeking a relaxing beach vacation will delight in Cancun’s unparalleled tropical beauty. Most famous for its longwhite sandy beaches, stunning turquoise waters and vibrant nightlife, Cancun also boasts a rich history and breathtakingarchaeological sites. Explore ancient Mayan ruins, traditional Mexican villages, and impressive eco-parks. Enjoy a range ofactivities including championship golf and water sports.Westin Resort & Spa CancunEnjoy a 5-night stay in a deluxe ocean view guest room including daily breakfast for two at this beachfront property.Lounge at the resort’s private white sandy beach and four pools. Situated just steps from the world’s second largest coralreef, this is one of Cancun’s best spots for snorkeling and scuba diving. Additional world-class dive sites and snorkeling arefound in the nearby islands of Cozumel and Isla Mujeres. Play tennis or work out at the fitness studio. Treat yourself to a mas-sage at the Heavenly Spa by Westin™ or venture beyond the resort for championship golf, including Jack Nicklaus signaturechampionship Moon Palace Golf Course. At the end of the day, enjoy Cancun’s vibrant dining, shopping and nightlife.Blackout dates: December 16, 2014-January 3, 2015; March 28-April 4, 2015; and December 16, 2015-January 3, 2016.AirfareThis package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguousUnited States to Cancun, Mexico, subject to availability.Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing fee arethe responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s weeks.Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyer miles forupgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer program.Winspire Booking & Concierge ServiceWinspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travel related de-tails and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Win-spire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. This service also provides you with an estab-lished network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional experiences, activities and tours.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced iflost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Suggested retail value is calculatedusing tariff air rates and rack room rates. Ground transportation is not included.

Value: PricelessOpening Bid: $4,025

Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the U.S. CapitolPrivate Tour of the U.S. Capitol with Noted Historian, Fairmont Washington D.C. 4-Night Stay with Airfare for 2This Experience Includes: 3-hour private guided tour for 2 of The Capitol and surrounding buildings 4-night stay in a standard Fairmont room at the Fairmont Washington DC Daily breakfast for 2 Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to Washington, DC Winspire booking & concierge servicePrivate Tour of the US Capitol Building “The Most Famous Building in the World”You and a guest will tour The Capitol with the Chief Guide of the US Capitol Historical Society and dine at a famous CapitolHill restaurant.Included on your 3-hour tour on Capitol Hill: Visit the Houses of Congress. View famous historic spots: the Rotunda, Statuary Hall, the Old Senate and Old Supreme Court Chambers, and the Crypt. See famous artwork throughout the building. Discuss history with a knowledgeable and engaging historian. Visit your Congressman’s and Senators’ Capitol Hill offices. Explore the new half-billion-dollar Capitol Visitor Center. Visit the fabulous Library of Congress, as seen in the movie “National Treasure”. Dine among insiders at a famous Capitol Hill restaurant (cost of the meal is not included).Beyond the public’s standard tour, your unique experience will be guided by historian Steve Livengood. He has spent morethan 40 years studying and observing the Congress and its activities, the Presidents who have come and gone, and the work-ings of the most successful democratic society in human history. Note: If Mr. Livengood is not available on the day of yourtour, your guide will be a former Member of Congress, retired official of the House of Representatives, or other experiencedCapitol Hill veteran.Fairmont Washington, DC (Georgetown)Enjoy a 4-night stay in a standard Fairmont room including daily breakfast for two at this AAA 4-Diamond property lo-cated in Washington’s fashionable West End and adjacent to historic Georgetown. The Fairmont Washington, DC, George-town is considered one of the premier luxury hotels in Washington, offering unsurpassed service and amenities for discern-ing travelers. At 17,000 square feet, the mezzanine-level health club is one of the city's largest and most comprehensive, fea-turing a 45-foot lap pool and squash and racquetball courts, as well as a whirlpool, sauna, aerobics rooms, exercise bikes,treadmills and fitness stations with headphones and TVs.AirfareThis package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguousUnited States to Washington, DC, subject to availability.Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing feeare the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s weeks.Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyer miles forupgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer program.Winspire Booking & Concierge ServiceWinspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals that will help you redeem experience. All travel related detailsand reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire trip. This concierge service operates as a full-service travelagency, able to assist with additional hotel nights, airfare upgrades, or adding extra people to your experience. In addition,this service gives you an established network of onsite contacts for each experience who can help you book additional excur-sions, activities and sightseeing tours.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced iflost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Ground transportation is not in-cluded unless where specified.

Value: $8,890Opening Bid: $3,625

Choose Your Canadian Fairmont Stay4-Night Junior Suite Stay at Select Fairmont Locations in Canada with Airfare for 2This Experience Includes: A total of 4 nights in a Junior Suite at your choice of participating Fairmont Hotels and Resorts in Canada Daily breakfast for 2 Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to Canada Winspire booking & concierge serviceExplore Canada, the second largest country in the world, made up of 10 distinct provinces and three unique territories.Canada offers a broad range of cultural and geographical features. The mighty Rocky Mountains and powerful pacific tidesmeet with vibrant communities in British Columbia, while urban flair mixes with cowboy culture in Alberta. Ontario offersa diverse mix of big-city sophistication and relaxed country living, while the sights and sounds of historic French-speakingQuebec are not to be missed.Fairmont Hotels & ResortsEnjoy a total of four nights in a Junior Suite providing an oversized room with a well-defined seating area at your choice ofany of these participating hotels and resorts, subject to availability. Your stay includes daily breakfast for two in the diningroom. Many of these award-winning hotels are recognized on the Conde Nast Gold List and as a Top 500 Hotels in theWorld according to Travel+Leisure Magazine. Participating properties subject to change without notice.Alberta:Banff - The Fairmont Banff SpringsCalgary - The Fairmont PalliserCharlevoix - Fairmont Le Manoir RichelieuEdmonton - The Fairmont Hotel MacdonaldJasper - The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (approximately 4 hours from Edmonton)Lake Louise - The Fairmont Chateau Lake LouiseBritish Columbia:Vancouver – The Fairmont HotelVictoria - The Fairmont EmpressWhistler - The Fairmont Chateau WhistlerQuebec:Montreal - Fairmont The Queen ElizabethMont Tremblant - Fairmont TremblantQuébec City - Fairmont Le Château FrontenacOntario:Ottawa - Fairmont Château LaurierToronto - The Fairmont Royal YorkAirfareThis package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguousUnited States to any major airport in Canada, subject to availability.Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing feeare the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving (U.S.), Christmas, and New Year’s weeks.Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyer miles forupgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer program.Winspire Booking & Concierge ServiceWinspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travel related de-tails and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Win-spire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. This service also provides you with an estab-lished network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional experiences, activities and tours.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced iflost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Suggested retail value is calculatedusing tariff air rates and rack room rates. Ground transportation is not included.

Value: PricelessOpening Bid: $4,150

Escape to San Francisco & SonomaWinery Tours & Tastings, Chauffeur, Tonga Room Dinner, Fairmont San Francisco 2-Night Stay & Fair-mont Sonoma Mission Inn 2-Night Stay with Airfare for 2This Experience Includes: 2-night stay in a standard Fairmont room (1 king or 1 queen or 2 queen beds) at The Fairmont SanFrancisco $150 in Fairmont gift cards towards dining at the iconic Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar in The Fair-mont San Francisco 2-night stay in a standard Fairmont room (1 king or 1 queen bed) at The Fairmont Sonoma MissionInn & Spa Daily breakfast for 2 6 consecutive hours of chauffeured luxury sedan service Private VIP tour and tasting for 2 at Chateau St. Jean, Sonoma Tour and tasting for 2 at Benziger Family Winery, Sonoma Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to San Francisco or Oakland Winspire booking & concierge serviceEnjoy a total of four nights in northern California, exploring the highlights of San Francisco and the rich winecountry region of Sonoma.San Francisco:Experience San Francisco, one of America's favorite cities. Take a stroll along Pier 39, sample delicious fare atGhirardelli Square, or hop on a cable car and explore the sights. At Fisherman’s Wharf, you can taste thefreshest Dungeness crab, get one of the best views in the entire city, and chat with the renowned sea lions. Sam-ple the delicious Italian cuisine in North Beach, find treasures in Chinatown, or satisfy your shopping urge inUnion Square.The Fairmont San FranciscoEnjoy a 2-night stay in a standard Fairmont room (one king or one queen or two queen beds) including dailybreakfast for two in the dining room at this world-renowned hotel, offering an awe-inspiring picture of historicSan Francisco. Centrally located on Mason Street, The Fairmont San Francisco luxury hotel is a short cable car tripfrom the bustling downtown, Financial District, Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf. The Fairmont San Fran-cisco hotel is located at the only spot in San Francisco where each of the city's cable car lines meet. The hotel alsooffers fine dining with three renowned restaurants and lounges. With a panoramic view of the city and the bayfrom high atop Nob Hill, The Fairmont San Francisco hotel holds an unmatched blend of luxurious accommoda-tions and superb services which make for an unforgettable stay.Tonga Room’s “Evening in Tiki Paradise”Enjoy $150 in Fairmont gift cards towards dining. The Tonga Room and Hurricane Bar has delighted guestswith its tropical décor, decadent libations and Asian cuisine since 1945. Having reigned as a swanky outpost ofSouth Seas high style for much of its storied history, the Tonga Room is riding the wave of the tiki revival and re-cently has been recognized as one of the nation’s hottest bars by InStyle, Gourmet, Travel+Leisure, andHarper’s Bazaar magazines, and has been featured on ABC, Travel Channel and The Food Network.The Tonga Room features a top-40 band performing from a thatch-covered barge on the lagoon, a dancefloor built from the remains of the S.S. Forester, and periodic light tropical rainstorms, complete with thunderand lightning. Be sure to try the Mai Tai, regularly recognized as the City's best! The Tonga Room is openWednesday through Sunday evenings.Sonoma:Wine Country doesn't get more real than Sonoma Valley, whose rich soils mark the birthplace of California's wineindustry. It's also the closest wine region to San Francisco, just 45 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Cra-dled between the Mayacamas and the Sonoma Mountain ranges, Sonoma Valley encompasses a rolling patchworkof vineyards, quaint farms and 13,000 acres of scenic parkland. In the center of town, the eight-acre SonomaPlaza is a National Historic Landmark, strewn with sprawling shade trees and bordered by carefully preservedadobe buildings.

Escape to San Francisco & Sonoma (continued)The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & SpaEnjoy a 2-night stay in a standard Fairmont room (one king or one queen bed) including daily breakfast fortwo in the dining room at this resort blessed by natural mineral hot springs and set in the heart of the CaliforniaWine Country. The spa's inspiring architecture reveals pools, baths, and treatment areas unique in the West. It isa true spa, created in the grand European tradition and based on the benefits of the property's thermal mineralsprings. Santé Restaurant is the Inn's premier dining room and has earned a national reputation for its out-standing food. Recipient of the prestigious AAA 4-Diamond award, Santé is the only restaurant in the Sonoma Val-ley to receive this accolade. Condé Nast Traveler said “it's worth a special trip just to eat here” and Gourmet Maga-zine calls the food “the best of the new Wine Country style.” It was recently one of the few hotel restaurants in theUnited States to be awarded a Michelin star rating.Beau Wine ToursYou will receive six consecutive hours of chauffeured luxury sedan service, inclusive of all service fees,PUC insurance, fuel and driver’s base gratuity. Located in the heart of Wine Country, Beau is the premier winetour service in Napa and Sonoma Counties. Beau’s drivers are experts on the wine country area and can makewinery recommendations based on your particular taste and interest.Chateau St. Jean (Sonoma)Enjoy a private VIP tasting and tour for two. A visit to Chateau St. Jean lifts all your senses. As you wind yourway through the gardens, the path will lead you to the main visitor center. Once inside, a host will greet you andtake you across the courtyard to a private tasting room in the Chateau. In this majestic setting, you will be ledthrough a professional tasting of their very best wines presented in fine Riedel glassware. The rich history ofwinemaking tradition at Chateau St. Jean will be shared as well as savory bites to complement their fine SonomaCounty wines.Benziger Family Winery (Sonoma)Enjoy a tour and tasting for two. Benziger Family Winery is dedicated to crafting wines of uncommon characterthat reveal the unique characteristics of the individual vineyards and offer the best expression of Sonoma Countywinegrowing. A visit to Benziger Family Winery includes a tour of the vineyards and Wine Cave, where guestslearn about their biodynamic growing procedures, the history of the winery, the family and the property. Guestswill enjoy a private tasting of several award winning wines after the tour.NOTE: Sonoma is approximately 1.5 hours north of San Francisco and Oakland.AirfareThis package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 con-tiguous United States to San Francisco or Oakland, CA, subject to availability.Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person proc-essing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’sweeks.Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyermiles for upgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer pro-gram.Winspire Booking & Concierge ServiceWinspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travelrelated details and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Winspire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. Thisservice also provides you with an established network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional ex-periences, activities and tours.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot bereplaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Ground trans-portation is not included unless where specified.

Elegant Winter White AfghanKnit with care and love by women from our Ner TamidcommunityConcept by Maxine Lebowitz and Ronnie Silverstone Value: PricelessDesign by Ronnie Gerber Opening Bid: $300This elegant winter white, hand washable 4'6\" X 5'6\" afghan is a one-of-a-kind keepsake. Knit with care and love by women from our NerTamid community, it is destined to bring warmth to your home andfamily. Knit by: Leslie Back Maxine Lebowitz Lorraine Benner Ellen Orenstein Paula Reuben Shirley Cozen Rebecca Ruberg Rena Eisenstein Ronnie Gerber Gail Ruder Ruth Schuller Yola Gerst Jacqui Shor Joan Kraus Ronnie Silverstone Gail Laxineta

Value: $6,490Opening Bid: $4,025

Costa Rica Getaway5-Night Stay at Los Suenos Marriott (Playa Herradura) or JW Marriott Guanacaste (Tamarindo) with Airfare for 2This Experience Includes: A total of 5 nights in a standard guest room at your choice of participating Marriott Resorts in Costa Rica Round-trip coach class airfare from the 48 contiguous U.S. to San Jose, Costa RicaWinspire booking & concierge serviceCosta Rica, which translates literally as \"Rich Coast\", attracts more than one million visitors eager to catch a wave, batheunder a waterfall, spot a sloth or otherwise enjoy paradise. This tiny Central American country embodies the perfect appre-ciation of life’s simple delights. It is no doubt that Costa Rica was named \"the happiest place\" on earth for its most contentpeople, best ecological footprint and the average life expectancy according to the Happy Planet Index (HPI). So, whetheryou’re a beach bum, surf nut, nature enthusiast or just someone looking to chill out and escape the world, visit Costa Ricaand experience a vacation like no other!Marriott® ResortsEnjoy a total of five nights in a standard* guest room at either or both of these Marriott® resorts in Costa Rica. Sub-ject to availability and cannot be used during hotel special events. Transportation between these two locations is not in-cluded. *Standard guest room styles vary by property.Blackout dates:Los Suenos – December 19 through January 4.Guanacaste – December 22 through April 5.Los Suenos Marriott® Ocean & Golf Resort (Playa Herradura)Enjoy a deluxe guest room (resort property view) including daily breakfast for two at this resort recognized byTravel+Leisure magazine readers as one of the \"World's Best\". This property is nestled between the warm waters of thePacific Gulf of Nicoya and a 1,100 acre tropical rainforest. A memorable Costa Rica beach resort vacation awaits, glidingfrom tree to tree on a canopy tour or just sitting back and relaxing along the palm-lined free-form pool. This resort also fea-tures six restaurants and lounges in magnificent settings that heighten the experience. Set alongside the rainforest, the LaIguana 18-hole Championship Golf Course offers not only a challenging layout, but a gallery of friendly monkeys and brightlyhued macaws. Try your luck at the Stellaris Casino or simply pamper yourself with a Costa Rican inspired massage at thenew Sibö Rainforest Spa & Retreat. This resort is located approximately 60 miles southwest of San Jose International Airport.JW Marriott® Guanacaste Resort & Spa (Tamarindo)Enjoy a garden-view balcony room at this stunning 4.5 star oceanfront resort quickly being recognized as one of the mostmagnificent in Latin America. The resort is situated on the country's northwestern coast and offers the comforts and luxuriesassociated with JW Marriott in an environment that is richly and authentically Costa Rican. The resort is located on a pris-tine secluded beach, unspoiled and peacefully surrounded by the splendors of Costa Rican nature. With a choice ofthree beaches, championship golf, an equestrian center, world-class spa and more, your experience will be unforgettable.The 18-hole championship course is a masterpiece of golf architect Mike Young. Be sure to pause at the 15th hole overlook-ing the serene and blue Pacific. This resort is located approximately 116 miles northwest of San Jose International Airport.NOTE: Transportation between these two locations is not included.AirfareThis package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguousUnited States to San Jose, Costa Rica, subject to availability.Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing feeare the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s weeks.Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyer miles forupgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer program.Winspire Booking & Concierge ServiceWinspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travel related de-tails and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Win-spire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. This service also provides you with an estab-lished network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional experiences, activities and tours.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced iflost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Suggested retail value is calculatedusing tariff air rates and rack room rates. Ground transportation is not included.

Value: PricelessOpening Bid: $3,750

Napa Valley Epicurean AdventureCooking Class, Wine Train, Olive Oil Tour & Tasting, Meritage Resort and Spa 3-Night Stay with Airfare for2This Experience Includes: Napa Valley cooking class and farmers market tour with “Cooking with Chef Julie” Cooking School, in-cluding a 3-course lunch with wine pairings for 2 3-hour gourmet dinner for 2 on the Napa Valley Wine Train Private tour and tasting for 2 at Talcott Olive Oil Estate in Napa 3-night stay in a standard guest room at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Valley Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 to San Francisco or Oakland, CAWinspire booking & concierge serviceCooking with Chef Julie Cooking SchoolYou and your guest will join Julie Logue-Riordan, CCP, for an insider's look at Napa Valley's culinary scene,as she takes you on an intimate tour of local farmers markets, followed by a small group cooking class and3-course lunch paired with Napa Valley wine.From May through October, you will enjoy the morning at a farmers market with Julie meeting the farmers,browsing and sampling your way through the stalls. The Napa and St. Helena’s farmers markets offer the season'sfinest and freshest local produce, fish, meat, cheese and other artisan products. From November through April,you will visit the Oxbow Public Market located in the \"up and coming\" Oxbow District of downtown Napa, per-fectly situated along the Napa River and Napa River Trail. The mostly indoor 40,000-square-foot public marketboasts a mix of gourmet purveyors and local eateries. You will also have time to buy some goodies to bring homeor for a picnic during your stay in Napa.Then on to the kitchen with Julie, where you’ll don aprons and turn your bounty into a wonderful wine countryfeast. Learn cooking theory, technique, tips and tricks to make you a better cook. You will enjoy a fun and relaxedexperience filled with inspiration, great foods, and paired with fine wine.Julie is a Certified Culinary Professional and has been teaching for more than 20 years. She was classically trainedby some of the world's most accomplished French Masters, is a graduate of L'Academie de Cuisine in Maryland,and has taken numerous classes at the CIA-Greystone as well as around the world.NOTE: Farmers Market Tours are offered May through October on Tuesdays (Napa) and Fridays (St. Helena).From November through April, visits to Oxbow Public Market are scheduled on Tuesdays and Fridays. Hands-onparticipation cooking class (maximum of 9 students) and 3-course lunch are offered year-round.Napa Valley Wine TrainEnjoy a leisurely 3-hour journey for two along the 36-mile round-trip between the historic town of Napathrough one of the world's most famous wine valleys to the quaint village of St. Helena and back. Enjoy a freshlyprepared gourmet lunch or dinner as you view the vineyards and wineries from any of the vintage 1915-1917Pullman Dining rail cars which have been lavishly restored. Award-winning Executive Chef, Kelly Macdonalduses only the freshest seasonal ingredients, earth friendly produce, humanely raised meats and line caught fish toprepare a meal that equals the best restaurants of Napa Valley. During spring and summer months, the long,warm, California twilight means that the vineyard views of the Napa Valley are bathed in beautiful goldensunlight for most of your journey. Or travel during the fall or winter months, when the train departs at sunset,and experience the romance and adventure of an antique train traveling through the darkness of night.

Napa Valley Epicurean Adventure (continued)Talcott Olive Oil Estate, NapaEnjoy a private tour and tasting for two with Dr. James and Patricia Talcott, as they welcome you to TalcottCarneros Olive Ranch. Begin with a flute of Proseco before you are guided on a comprehensive tour and discus-sion of olive trees and oil production. Upon returning from the grove, you will be welcomed into the Talcott’s pri-vate home to experience an exclusive award winning olive oil taste sensation. The finishing touch features artisanFrench Vanilla Bean ice cream dressed with Talcott Olive Oil, sea salt and ground black pepper.Nestled in the rolling hills of Napa’s Carneros region, the 3,000 olive trees on the Talcott Carneros Estate are or-ganically farmed and include only the richest, most delightful Tuscan varietals. With just the right amount of coolbreezes, Napa Valley sunshine and California rain, this year’s harvest has been recognized as one of the finestolive oils available. In 2012, Talcott Extra Virgin Olive Oil earned a Gold Medal from the California Olive Oil Coun-cil. This olive oil will delight the palate and impress the most savvy of foodies.The Meritage Resort and Spa (Napa)Enjoy a 3-night stay in a standard guest room including daily continental breakfast for two. Lavish guestroomsinclude features such as plush beds, marble baths, and plasma TVs. Located at the southern tip of Napa Valley inthe Carneros region near where Napa and Sonoma meet, the Meritage Resort and Spa is situated on an eleven-acre private vineyard and offers an experience like no other for wine enthusiasts. The resort opened an immensecave of 20,000 square feet in Spring 2007, carved in the hillside under Napa’s famous Grape Crusher statue. TheEstate Wine Cave features wine country’s only underground full service Spa Terra, the Trinitas Tasting Room, andthe Entertainment Cave available for private dinners and weddings; all built underground with artisan stone, tile,and woodwork. The Meritage Bar features regional wine selections and signature cocktails in a setting of rich, pol-ished wood and romantic lighting.Daily resort fee is included in this package. Resort fee includes a bottle of wine, bottled water and soft drinks,local calls, business center and fitness center, wireless internet, self parking, shuttle to golf courses and eveningshuttle to downtown Napa.AirfareThis package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 con-tiguous United States to San Francisco or Oakland, CA, subject to availability.Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person proc-essing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’sweeks.Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyermiles for upgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer pro-gram.Winspire Booking & Concierge ServiceWinspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travelrelated details and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Winspire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. Thisservice also provides you with an established network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional ex-periences, activities and tours.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot bereplaced if lost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Ground trans-portation is not included unless where specified.

Gourmet Dinner Party for Ten Catered in Your Homeby Chef Peter CarpenterEnjoy a special dinner in your own home Value: $2,500for ten people, prepared by our talented Opening Bid: $500Chef Peter Carpenter, owner of GourmetTo You.You and your guests will have theingredients for a delicious andmemorable evening. Host provides alcohol. Date to be agreed upon.Donated by:Chef Peter Carpenter, Gourmet To You

Value: $5,490Opening Bid: $2,360

Choose Your Fairmont Hotel or Resort in the U.S.3-Night Stay at Select Fairmont Locations in the U.S. with Airfare for 2This Experience Includes: 3-night stay in a standard guest room at your choice of participating Fairmont Hotels and Resorts in the U.S. Daily breakfast for 2 Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 within the 48 contiguous U.S.Winspire booking & concierge serviceFairmont Hotels & ResortsEnjoy a 3-night stay in a standard guest room at your choice of any of these participating properties, subject to availability.Your stay includes daily breakfast for two in the dining room. Many of these award-winning hotels are recognized on theConde Nast Gold List and as a Top 500 Hotels in the World according to Travel+Leisure Magazine. Participating propertiessubject to change without notice.AZ - Fairmont Scottsdale PrincessCA - Fairmont Newport BeachCA - Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows (Santa Monica)CA - The Fairmont San FranciscoCA - The Fairmont San JoseCA - Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & SpaDC - The Fairmont Washington, D.C.IL - Fairmont Chicago, Millennium ParkIL - Swissotel ChicagoMA - The Fairmont Copley Plaza BostonPA - Fairmont PittsburghTX - The Fairmont DallasWA - The Fairmont Olympic Hotel (Seattle)AirfareThis package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguousUnited States to any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguous United States, subject to availability.Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing feeare the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s weeks.Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyer miles forupgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer program.Winspire Booking & Concierge ServiceWinspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travel related de-tails and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Win-spire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. This service also provides you with an estab-lished network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional experiences, activities and tours.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced iflost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Suggested retail value is calculatedusing tariff air rates and rack room rates. Ground transportation is not included.

Value: $5,600Opening Bid: $3,100

La Costa #1 Resort Spa in Southern California3-Night Luxury Stay in a 2,500 sq. ft. 3-Bedroom Villa for up to 8 with $500 La Costa Gift CardThis Experience Includes: 3-night stay for up to 8 in a 2,526 sq. ft. 3-bedroom/3.75-bath luxury villa at the exclusive La Costa Resort inCarlsbad, CA $500 La Costa gift card to use towards golf, spa treatments, dining or retail purchases Discounts on additional golf, spa treatments, dining, retail, and cabana rentals at La Costa Resort Winspire booking & concierge serviceWhile San Diego offers fun attractions such as the Gaslamp Quarter, the world-famous San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, Sea-World, Seaport Village, and Balboa Park, there is so much more to experience beyond the downtown area. Bring the entirefamily to Legoland, tour local wineries, visit the Del Mar race track, enjoy shopping at nearby outlet malls, and soak up thesun at the Oceanside Pier and miles of northern coastline. Conveniently located just minutes from shopping, dining, and SanDiego sightseeing tours, La Costa Resort and Spa is an ideal travel destination.La Costa Resort and SpaEnjoy a 3-night stay at the exclusive La Costa Resort in a 2,526 sq. ft. 3-bedroom, 3.75 bath luxury villa for up to eightguests. Located in north San Diego County, the 400-acre resort offers breathtaking views and is just minutes from the Pa-cific Ocean.Your spacious luxury villa includes three master suites each with a private balcony, two of which overlook the resort’spool (each master suite is available as its own lock off area); fireplaces in every room; cast-iron steeping tub and separateshower with stone surroundings; gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances; flat-screen plasmaTV in every living area and bedroom; designer furnishings and distinctive artwork; high-speed Internet; and lush exteriorlandscaping with garden and ocean scenery.$500 La Costa Resort Gift CardEnjoy a $500 La Costa gift card to use towards rounds of golf, spa treatments, dining, or retail purchases. As a villa guest, youwill also be entitled to the following discounts: 20% off golf, 15-25% off spa treatments, 20% off dining, 20% off retail pur-chases, and varying discounted rates for cabana rentals.As part of the world-famous La Costa Resort and Spa, you will enjoy all that the resort is known for. Enjoy sport-memberaccess to The Club at La Costa, which allows you full club access to all club facilities including the Athletic Club with selectcomplimentary classes, tennis, swimming pools, social dining, Kidtopia and Vibz teen lounge arcade. “Kidtopia” Kids Clubprovides an adventure themed playground for kids ages 3 through 12, while the ultra-cool arcade-type energy “Vibz” gamelounge was designed to engage teens as well as provide a backdrop for interaction with the whole family. No other club inSouthern California offers such an engaging family experience. The resort recently had $50 million in renovations that in-cluded restoration of the legendary North and South golf courses, the introduction of a private members-only lounge, theaddition of a Sport court for families and sports enthusiasts, and a new sophisticated adult pool.The resort’s centerpiece is its world-famous 26,000-square-foot spa, recently named the #1 resort spa in southern Cali-fornia by Spa Magazine, and #4 spa in North America by Travel+Leisure. From the thundering Roman waterfall to a tranquil15,000 square-foot outdoor courtyard, this is the ideal place to heal, recharge and reconnect. The two PGA Championship18-hole golf courses are stunning in beauty and challenge a golfer's shot-making ability, off the tee and around the greens.Additionally, the resort offers 17 hard and clay tennis courts; an 8,000 sq. ft. fitness center; seven pools, some with“Splash Landing” waterslides; plus many more recreational amenities for guests of all ages -- a true multi-generationalexperience!Blackout dates: President’s Day weekend, Memorial Day weekend, July 1st-August 31st, Labor Day weekend,Thanksgiving week, Christmas week, and New Year’s week.Please note, this package is for a specific Villa at La Costa. Availability will be based on this specific unit. It is not possible tobook multiple Villas during the same reservation period.Winspire Booking & Concierge ServiceWinspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travel related de-tails and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Win-spire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. This service also provides you with an estab-lished network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional experiences, activities and tours.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced iflost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Suggested retail value is calculatedusing rack room rates. Ground transportation is not included.

Value: $5,860Opening Bid: $3,050

New Orleans Jazz & DiningPreservation Hall of Jazz VIP Admission, Commander's Palace Jazz Brunch or Dinner with Wine Pairing, HyattFrench Quarter 3-Night Stay with Airfare for 2This Experience Includes: 3-night stay in a standard guest room at the Hyatt French Quarter New Orleans VIP admission for 2 including skip-the-line status to the Preservation Hall of Jazz Jazz Brunch or 3-course Dinner with Wine Pairing for 2 at Commander’s Palace Restaurant Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to New Orleans, LA Winspire booking & concierge serviceHyatt French Quarter New OrleansEnjoy a 3-night stay in a standard guest room at this landmark luxury hotel located on Bourbon Street in the heart of thehistoric New Orleans French Quarter. This ideal location is within walking distance of popular New Orleans attractions in-cluding the Riverwalk, French Market, Superdome, Audubon Zoo, Aquarium, jazz clubs and fine art and gallery shopping onRoyal Street. Ride a streetcar to the stunning Garden District or hop aboard the magnificent paddlewheeler. No city in NorthAmerica can compete with New Orleans when it comes to culture, food, historic architecture and joie de vivre!Blackout dates: Mardi Gras week and Jazz Fest week.Preservation Hall of JazzEnjoy VIP admission for two to Preservation Hall, the French Quarter’s internationally recognized home of Traditional NewOrleans Jazz and headquarters of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band. As VIP guests of Preservation Hall, you’ll be entitled to“skip-the-line” status. Simply check in at the door and avoid the long line. This iconic American institution was establishedin 1961 with the intention of preserving this uniquely American art form and providing some of its earliest practitioners theopportunity to earn a living performing the music they had pioneered and kept alive for so many years. Preservation Hall’sevening performances are recognized as some of the world’s last “pure musical experiences,” presenting authentic, tradi-tional New Orleans jazz, played by the city’s finest. Experience the living legends that won Preservation Hall the Zagat awardfor 'Best Appeal' for 2009 New Orleans Nightlife. There is no bar service, air-conditioning, or other modern updates,Preservation Hall is a truly unique experience for kids and adults alike. In the words of Louis Armstrong: “Preservation Hall,now that’s where you’ll find all the greats”.Commander’s Palace RestaurantEnjoy a jazz brunch or 3-course dinner with wine pairing for two, including tax and gratuity. Every Saturday and Sun-day, the jazz brunch features a Cajun and Creole-inspired menu with both traditional and unique breakfast items. As you biteinto one of their Creole poached egg dishes or Bananas Foster Pancakes and take a sip of your Ramos Gin Fizz or BloodyMary, live jazz musicians fill the room with “good, happy jazz”. If you feel like dancing, join the “second line” that oftenforms behind the band, a passionate and joyful New Orleans tradition! Or you can choose the 3-course dinner with winepairing any night of the week, which starts with their World Famous Turtle Soup and ends with Creole Bread Pudding Souf-flé.This beloved Garden District restaurant is New Orleans at its finest. Owner Ti Martin, daughter of Ella Brennan of the famousNew Orleans restaurateur family, carries on the tradition and spirit that have given Commander’s Palace its magic and charmsince 1880. Executive Chef Tory McPhail received the 2013 James Beard Foundation Awards Best Chef: South.AirfareThis package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguousUnited States to New Orleans, LA, subject to availability.Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing feeare the responsibility of the purchaser. Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s weeks.Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyer miles forupgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer program.Winspire Booking & Concierge ServiceWinspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travel related de-tails and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Win-spire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. This service also provides you with an estab-lished network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional experiences, activities and tours.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. Certificates cannot be replaced iflost, stolen or destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Packages cannot be resold. Suggested retail value is calculated

Value: PricelessOpening Bid: $3,100

Private Sushi and Teppanyaki Dinner for 16 in Your Home (Southern California)Private Sushi and Teppanyaki Dinner for 16 by Chef AkiEveryone loves going out to their favorite sushi bar or teppan restaurant for good food and a good time. Imaginehaving the best of both worlds – gathering around the table with your friends, family or colleagues and enjoyingthe spectacular showmanship of a seasoned chef -- with a private sushi and teppanyaki dinner for 16 pre-pared and served in your home by Orange County’s own Chef Aki.Aki Murao started as a Teppan Chef in his native Kyoto, Japan. Ten years ago, he brought his expert cooking skillsand Japanese culture to California, working in a number of high end restaurants and special event venues. Ashead chef and owner of Akioni’s Catering, it would be his pleasure to work with you to create a customizedmenu for your private dinner party, including appetizers and Japanese beer.“Teppan” (iron pan) and “Yaki” (grilling) is a style of cooking that has become quite popular in the U.S., as muchfor its flavor as for the spectacular show put on by the chef. Sushi speaks for itself , and over the past twenty yearshas become a favorite among hip twenty-somethings, sophisticated diners, and –yes, even children. Who isn’ttempted by a California roll, or for those more adventurous, spicy tuna? Together, teppan and sushi, prepared andpresented in your home by Chef Aki, will be a real treat for you and your guests.This package includes food for 16 people, tax and gratuity. Additional guests are welcome for an extra fee. Avail-able for any home location within Southern California (Long Beach, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, and OrangeCounty areas).ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are subject to availability. All purchases arenon-refundable. Packages cannot be resold.

The Giving Tree This evening we celebrate our foundational and multigenerational families. In their honor, we are raising funds to support Education Programs at Congregation Ner Tamid. In your check-in packet this evening, you will find a small envelope with a Giving Tree card inside. Following the Live Auction, members of the Annual CelebrationCommittee will explain in more detail how the cards work and you will have a chance to add your card to the Giving Tree.Please join us in our efforts, and contribute what you can Congregation Ner Tamid Of South Bay 5721 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 (310) 377-6986  Fax (310) 541-1370 www.nertamid.com