2010 Live Auction Items

							2010 Live Auction Items


An overnight stay at the brand new “W” hotel

Red Sox tickets (2)

Professional, framed 16x20 photo Kevin Youklis

Vacation Week in Rindge, New Hampshire, in rustic lakefront camp built by Al
Valade’s father. Paradise on a small pond. Your chance to get away to a relaxing week
or long weekend. Exactly one hour from Acton, it comes with canoe, sunfish, and small
private beach. This one bedroom cottage has a full kitchen, bath with shower, sleeps 4
in a queen bed and bunks but has room for however many more you want to squeeze
in. Expires 11/10. Not available the first two weeks of July. Value - $800, Donated by
Ellen Valade

Four Red Sox Tickets for a 2010 Game – weeknight game, grandstand seats, choice
of one of three games. Value - $180, Donated by Mara Falk & Alan Feibelman

Vacation home, Kennebunkport 1 week, (Ferrara, $1200 Value)

Weekend, Charlestown Harbor (Berke, $500 Value)

Antique Rocking Chair

Day Sail for 6, Buzzards Bay, Wine and Beer (Hirsch Family, $1500 Value)

Catamaran Ride/Beach Day

Persian Shabbat dinner consisting of traditional Persian rice and stews for a family or
group of 6 at the home of Leann Shamash. Value – Priceless, Donated by Leann
Shamash

Voice lessons with our Cantor. 2, 30 minute voice lessons at a time to be decided
between Cantor Spierer and the recipient. Value – Priceless, Donated by Cantor Sarra
Spierer

Trope lessons with our Cantor. 3, 30 minute trope lessons at a time to be decided
between Cantor Spierer and the recipient. Value – Priceless, Donated by Cantor Sarra
Spierer

Race Car Ride, Louden, NH (Friedman)

2 BSO tickets
Patriots/Wes Welker Gift Basket

Gourmet Pizza Dinner, Salad, Dessert ($20pp/min)

(3) Mediterranean Lunch/Dinner for 10-12 people (Lopes, $250 Value each)

An Evening of Kibitizing the Scrabble Challenge with Naomi Katz Mintz

Smoked Turkey Dinner, including 18-20 pound apple wood slow cooked smoked
turkey, wild rice salad, mixed green lettuce with crumbled gorgonzola and dried
cranberries, – enough for ten or more. Value - ?, Donated by Donald & Marcy Hoban

Artwork (Value, $500 minimum)

Kitchen Design/Redesign Consult, Geller Associates ($700-$800 Value)

VIP parking on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur! Avoid parking a mile away. No
need to box another car in. Start your holiday off with style and ease. One parking
space close to the building. Value – Priceless, Donated by the CBE Brotherhood

To the highest bidder, a Custom Sukkah built in your yard or on your deck.
Brotherhood will supply materials and labor. Your own 8 ft. x 8 ft. Sukkah just to be
decorated by you. It is reusable for years to come. Be the envy of the Sukkah hop!
Value – Priceless, Donated by CBE Brotherhood

Reserved Seating for the High Holy Days: The brotherhood has arranged to reserve
seating for your immediate family for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. No need to
arrive extra early to get the good seats—your pre-chosen location will be waiting for
you. (Immediate family is defined as winning bidder, children, and includes other live-in
relatives.) Value – Priceless, Donated by Congregation Beth Elohim Brotherhood

Have You Ever Wanted to Tell the Rabbi What to Say?: Have you been waiting for
years to hear the Rabbi's sermon on a particular topic? This is your chance. You
provide the idea, the Rabbi will write it and deliver it on an agreed-upon Friday evening.
You'll have the opportunity to discuss the topic, consult with the Rabbi, and express
your ideas before the sermon is written. Don't pass up this opportunity to enjoy the
sermon you've always wanted to hear. Value – Priceless! Donated by Rabbi Lewis
Mintz

The Ultimate Evening for 4-5 Lucky Couples: Enjoy the warmth and humor of your
guests of honor, Lewis & Naomi Mintz, for an elegant multi-course gourmet dinner with
fabulous wines, prepared by renowned Beth Elohim chef Sal Lopes. Dinner is served in
the unique early 18th century dining room of Acton’s ―This Old House‖. The evening
also includes a historic tour of the house. Unique, priceless, stimulating, not to be
missed. Minimum bid $75 per person. Value - $1000+, Donated by Sima & Terry
Maitland and Sal Lopes
A Beautifully Framed photo of Dustin Pedroia - originally Autographed photo of his
2007 World Series Game 1 Leadoff Homerun. Boston Red Sox second basemen
Dustin Pedroia has hand signed this photo of him. 16" x 20" photo - with MLB
authentication. Value - $500, Donated by Tom and Marlene Wachtell

Fabulous Vacation Home, Tuscan, AZ: Spacious 3-4 bedroom home in Oro Valley
(northwest). Spectacular views of Santa Catalina Mtns, minutes from hiking, golf,
outdoor activities. Any week between April 15 – October 31, 2010, to be arranged with
donor. Pictures on www.emsrealty.com listing #20921650. Value - $1500, Donated by
Richard and Meryl Schwartz

Mayan Sea Garden Resort in Nuevo Vallarta (Puerto Vallarta), Mexico. One-bedroom
suite (705 sq.ft.) on the beach. Living room, dining area, kitchenette, and balc ony with
ocean view or mountain view. King size bed and two sofa beds. Amenities include
beach, pool, tennis, golf, spa, restaurants, and kids club. Available for one week
between now and end of January 2011. Blackout dates are Feb.1-April 9, 2010 and
Dec.25, 2010-Jan.9, 2011. Pictures at www.mexicomayanresorts.com/seagarden.
Value - $2500, Donated by Jay and Ro Frolick

Boston Celtics: The game is Saturday, Feb. 27 at 1pm vs. the New Jersey Nets. The
tickets are Balcony, 3rd row center court. Value - $240, Donated by Mark and Ellen
Koretz