Dinner Out and Wine Pairings for Four Want to host a dinner with

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San Mateo Public Library Foundation Author’s Gala 2016
Silent Auction Items
Dinner Out and Wine Pairings for Four
Want to host a dinner with another couple, but don’t want to cook? Here is the perfect
solution! Enjoy a 4-course tasting menu with wine pairings for 4 people at Block 34 in
downtown San Mateo. Block 34 has one of the newest, most exciting food and cocktail
menus on the Peninsula. It features meticulously crafted dishes and drinks that are
prepared with seasonal ingredients from local purveyors for a modern and unique take
on contemporary American cuisine. Generously donated by Block 34
Valued at $400
Buyout Now $600
Satisfy Your Chocolate Cravings for 6 Months
Are you or someone in your family a chocoholic? Or do you entertain and need special
desserts? Enjoy a chocolate dessert or baked goods (cookies, cake, tart, etc.) once a
month for six months—homemade and delivered by Terri Garnick.
This sweet cannot be beat!
Coordination of timing and delivery to be mutually agreed upon.
Generously donated by Terri Garnick
Valued at $150
Buyout Now $250
Cooking Class for Two
Infuse some new ideas into your weekly cooking, spice up your entertaining or enjoy a
fun night or Saturday morning out with a spouse or friend.
You can choose from a myriad of classes with either a demonstration format or a
hands-on format. And, each guest receives 2 glasses of wine to enjoy during class!
Per Draeger’s Cooking School director:
“Our goal and mission in the school is to help you cook real food. We want you to
develop enough confidence in the kitchen that you don’t feel the need to fall back on
processed, sugar-laden foods. Occasionally, we are asked for classes on “healthy”
cooking. The term “healthy” never changes for us. It means using fresh foods and
cooking them simply with some good skills, and lots of love.”
Generously donated by Draeger’s
Valued at $170
Buyout Now $300
Valet, Unwind, and Fly . . .
A luxurious treat whether you are flying out of SFO or not, the Burlingame Marriott offers
great views of the San Francisco Bay. Stay the night before your flight in a Deluxe Bay
View Executive Suite and then leave your car for a week. At go time, a shuttle will whisk
you to the terminal. While at the hotel, although not included, you may choose to dine at
the on-site restaurants including the acclaimed Hangar Steak and the stylish Flights 101
Lounge with a view of approaching planes.
Generously donated by Marriott Hotels
Valued at $700
Buyout Now $500
Get Fit and Relaxed for Summer!
Who needs January 1 to start a new routine? Get fit and ready for summer with this one
month membership to Equinox in San Mateo. With child care and a massage included,
this package is sure to ease your tension! Included here are:
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One month individual membership
25-Minute Massage
Equifit Evaluation (1-hour fitness assessment)
Personal Training Session (1-hour session)
55-Minute Private Pilates Session
5 Kid's Club Sessions
Two one-day Guest Passes – take a friend or spouse
Complimentary parking onsite validated for two hours.
Generously donated by Equinox San Mateo
Valued at $800
Buyout Now $500
Outdoor Family Photo Shoot …with Digital Photos! Thinking about an outdoor photo shoot in anticipation of your holiday card, a family
event, an engagement or anniversary celebration, a graduation, or just because?
Brandon Warren, our library gala photographer, has generously donated this package at
your choice of nearby location (park, beach, family neighborhood). He will take various
portraits including combinations of groupings. Better yet, a slideshow and download link
of the high resolution images are yours to use as you choose! Generously donated by Brandon Warren Photography
Valued at $400
Buyout Now $500
A 5-Course Dinner for Six – Created just for you by Pasta Pasta Creative Chefs
Collaborate with professional chefs to design a perfect dinner, including wine!
The chefs will:
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Work personally with you to design your meal
Work with dietary restrictions
Provide you with a five-course meal that takes minimal time to serve
Package all items with clear instructions regarding heating and serving
Provide 3 bottles of wine that pair with your meal
Past favorites include:
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Beef Wellington with Dijon Bur Blanc sauce
Beef Tenderloin in a cognac demi-glace
Rack of Lamb with fresh herb crust
Jumbo lump Crab Cakes
Crab Ravioli with butter saffron sauce
Truffle Gnocchi finished with a four mushroom sauce
Chicken Florentine with gruyere and spinach
Blackout dates 11/10-1/10
Valued at $200
Buyout Now $300
Fine Beans from Philz Coffee and 5 of our Gala Author’s Books to Enjoy!
Philz Coffee is not your average coffee shop. They specialize in customized blends of
the highest quality coffee from around the world. Let the barista know it’s your first time
and the barista will find out what you like and hopefully give you the best coffee you
ever had! At home, grind and brew two 16-oz bags of fine coffee beans and you will be
a true Philz devotee!
Enjoy your coffee from two genuine Philz coffee mugs while reading five selected
hardcover books signed by our gala author, Michael Chabon:
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Telegraph Avenue
The Yiddish Policeman's Union
Wonder Boys
The Mysteries of Pittsburgh
Gentlemen of the Road
Generously donated by Philz Coffee and Jill Jacobsen
Valued at $150
Buyout Now $250
“Chi” Organization by Christine
Christine is a professional organizer in the San Francisco Bay Area. She provides
organizing services for busy families and professionals, with a specialty in space
planning and qi ("chi") optimization. Relax and allow the stress of organizing to be
managed by a true professional!
Generously donated by Christine Hsu
Valued at $375
Buyout Now $450
Authentic Luxury in Burlingame: Shopping and Lunch
Treat yourself to lunch (or dinner) at Pizzeria Delfina ($100 gift card). This lovely farmto-table restaurant serves up Neapolitan-inspired pizza complemented by seasonal
antipasti, piatti (small entrees), beer, wine and more. Family-owned, Pizzeria Delfina is
a neighborhood gem that brings people together around fresh, handmade, delicious
food in a warm, casual atmosphere.
Then visit the revered Sam Malouf boutique with a generous $200 gift card. Relying on
a depth of product knowledge and extensive industry experience, Sam Malouf
associates will help you to discover your authentic look. They will fit each garment and
offer custom construction for those seeking a truly unique product. The boutique also
has a gorgeous selection of ready-to-wear pieces you can add to your couture closet!
Generously donated by Sam Malouf and Pizzeria Delfina
Valued at $300
Buyout Now $400
Spin Out at Revelry Cycle!
Cycle through 10 classes to complete fitness at the new Revelry Indoor Cycling &
Fitness Center! It is San Mateo’s premier venue for inspired, spirited and fun group
fitness. They offer a variety of indoor cycling, REVformer: Lagree Fitness, TRX and
Active Resistance Training classes in studios that feature top-of-the-line cycles plus
sound, video and lighting to create a dynamic and inspirational environment.
Generously donated by Revelry Cycle
Valued at $150
Buyout Now $250
Autumn Book Club - Brunch for 20! Friday, November 4, 2016
Cozy up to some good books with neighborhood friends for an Autumn Book Club
Brunch. This event will take place at Michele Freed’s home on Friday, November 4,
2016, 11am. Each hostess will give a brief summary of her top two recent favorite reads
and guests will select two books each from these to take home. Enjoy the delicious
brunch while participating in a fun and thought-provoking discussion of favorite reads!
Generously donated and hosted by Michele Freed, Terri Garnick, Pam Casey,
Lori Tamura-Chinn, and Marni Gerber
Pay-to-Play Opportunity: $100 per person
Cooking Demonstration and Lunch for 15! Thursday, June 9, 2016
Come experience the baking talents of renowned chef and neighborhood cooking
teacher and friend to all, Melanie Bebbington. This fun morning will be hosted at Terri
Garnick’s home on Thursday, June 9, 2016, 10am. The demonstration will be followed
by luncheon in the garden to include the baked goods and a scrumptious salad
prepared just for you! You’ll depart with the recipes and a Mel’s Kitchen apron!
Generously donated and hosted by Mel Bebbington and Terri Garnick
Pay-to-Play Opportunity: $100 per person
$100 towards Framing
Step into this beautiful gallery in Burlingame and work with the designers to frame your
art or photos. The Studio Shop is a fine art gallery and custom picture frame shop with
galleries in Burlingame and San Mateo. The Burlingame gallery exhibits art by Northern
California artists and houses an expansive custom framing design studio with
thousands of picture frame moulding samples. The Studio Shop picture framers have
years of experience to insure expert custom framing of your fine art, photographs,
sports memorabilia and even flat screen televisions. Related picture framing services
include digital photo printing, art restoration and art consulting.
Generously donated by The Studio Shop
Valued at $100
Buyout Now $150
Pamper Yourself in San Mateo
Enjoy lunch or dinner with a $75 gift card at 31st Union. The team at 31st Union is passionate
about artisanal food. They believe that the best food is done simply, using the freshest
ingredients, and their goal for 31st Union is to give a platform for the brewers, winemakers,
farmers and distillers who share their passion.
Gear up for your night with a relaxing mani pedi at Bella Nails with fresh botanical ingredients,
genuine aromatherapy and therapeutic massage oils ($50). You’ll also have your hair blown and
styled at ASK Artistic Destination and enjoy high-quality hair products that are yours to keep
($125). Finally, stop and shop at Peninsula Beauty for more beauty items to take home! ($50)
Generously donated by 31st Union, ASK Artistic Destination, Bella Nails, and Peninsula Beauty
Valued at $300
Buyout Now $350
Tour and Lunch for Two - Yelp San Francisco HQ!
Are you a parent who would love your college–bound son/daughter to get a VIP tour of Yelp
followed by lunch with a Bay Area tech veteran, previously employed at Google and Yahoo?
Or are you an avid Yelper who would love a behind-the-scenes tour to learn some fascinating
facts and stories about Yelp?
Jason Chow, Director of Business Development, will greet you at Yelp’s gorgeous Art Deco
high-rise in the city’s Financial District. The company has an incredible 106,000 square feet of
space with plenty of quirky elements, including a full-service coffee shop and general store filled
with candy.
The fun and fantastic VIP Tour will be followed by lunch in the Financial District or happy hour at
one of Yelp’s favorite techie spots.
Generously donated and hosted by Jason Chow
Value: Priceless
Buyout Now $400
Date and time to be mutually agreed upon
Necklace Designed by Kimberley Jo-Vogel
Based in San Mateo, Kimberly Jo-Vogel’s jewelry can be described as delicate and
modern. Her designs are made with 24k overlay components, gold filled chain, sterling,
and rhodium. Stones are semi-precious. This unique piece features a delicate gold
chain and a gold shell and stone combination pendant.
Generously donated by Kimberly Jo-Vogel
Value $125 Value: Buyout Now $200
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Organic Artisan Food at an Airport? Absolutely!
Do you fly Virgin or American Airlines from SFO Terminal 2? Grab these gift cards to
eat fabulously before, during, or after your flights.
Napa Farms Market - $100 gift card
This artisan marketplace celebrates the best of Northern California’s agricultural bounty.
They believe in sustainable, organic quality food and beverages and offer a wide variety
of vegan, gluten-free and downright decadent options. No matter your craving, you’ll be
able to create a picnic to go that makes your flight more delicious.
Lark Creek Grill - $50 gift card
This full-service restaurant and bar features classic Lark Creek dishes such as gardenfresh sandwiches, sustainable seafood and sizzling steaks. Lark Creek Grill is
consistently named one of the top airport restaurants, including being named one of the
“Top Airport Restaurants in the World” by Conde Nast Traveler in September 2014.
Generously donated by Mel Bebbington and Terri Garnick
Value: $150
Buyout Now $250
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Fairy Tales to Cherish
This antique book, donated by the library, features beautiful illustrations and classic fairy
tales such as The Sleeping Beauty, Blue Beard, Cinderella, and Beauty and the Beast.
A book to be treasured by child and grown up alike.
Generously donated by The San Mateo Public Library
Value: $200
Buyout Now $300
HTC One A9 Mobile Phone* and HTC Dot View Ice- Premium Case
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Compatible with AT&T and T-Mobile Networks.
From the company that crafted the world's first all-metal design, this HTC One A9
Mobile Phone features a super-thin metal frame with an elegant finish, expandable SD
card memory and edge-to-edge Corning® Gorilla® Glass. Take blur-free photos with
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and save more image details with RAW capture in Pro
mode. Speed up your videos up to 12x for a dramatic effect with Hyperlapse. The HTC
One A9 delivers the best sound quality with Dolby Audio™ Surround and an all-new
enhanced high-output amplifier.
Generously donated Teri Dailey
Value: $429
Buyout Now $400
Japanese Black Lacquer Serving Tray
A beautiful display piece or a helpful entertaining tool, this adorned lacquer tray is a
treasure. Cloth storage bag and original box are included.
Generously donated by Ann Rarden
Value: Priceless
Buyout Now $100
Lowepro Sport Camera Bag
Do you have an abundance of camera gear that you’d like to protect and organize? And
maybe you’re a Giants fan as well and love everything orange? Then you’d really like
this deluxe, large and well-insulated bag for all things photographer. There are plenty of
compartments designed just for lenses, cameras, batteries, etc., and a comfortable
shoulder strap to ease the load.
Generously donated by Kaufman Camera
Value: $100
Buyout Now $100

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