Dining for
Dollar$
2013 Edition
Auctions are May 5, May 12, and May 19
First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego
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Table of Contents—By Section
Fine or Exotic Dining
pages 10
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Casual Dining and BBQs
pages 18
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Specialty Events
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Get Out of Town
page 34
Hikes, Tours, and Family Fun
pages 35
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Play Time and Family Fun
pages 42
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Professional Services
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Donated Art and Collectibles
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Quick Reference Bid Sheet
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South Bay Campus Bidders
Sundays: May
5, May 12, and May 19.
If you are not able to come up to the Hillcrest
Campus following Services on Auction days,
you can place a proxy bid with
Sylvia Ollinger at 858-689-9185 or
by e-mail to sjolling06@hotmail.com.
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Event Date
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Saturday, May 25, 2013
Saturday, June 01, 2013
Saturday, June 08, 2013
Saturday, June 08, 2013
Saturday, June 08, 2013
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Saturday, June 29, 2013
Sunday, June 30, 2013
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Friday, July 12, 2013
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Saturday, July 27, 2013
Saturday, August 03, 2013
Saturday, August 03, 2013
Sunday, August 04, 2013
Friday, August 09, 2013
Saturday, August 10, 2013
Saturday, August 17, 2013
Friday, August 23, 2013
Saturday, August 24, 2013
Saturday, August 24, 2013
Saturday, August 31, 2013
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Saturday, August 31, 2013
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Friday, September 06, 2013
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Saturday, September 07, 2013
Saturday, September 07, 2013
Saturday, September 07, 2013
Sunday, September 08, 2013
Saturday, September 14, 2013
Saturday, September 14, 2013
Saturday, September 14, 2013
Sunday, September 15, 2013
Sunday, September 15, 2013
Sunday, September 22, 2013
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SDSU Bell Tower Tour and Carillon Demo
Breakfast and Thrift Shop Treasure Hunting
It’s a Royal Baby Shower!
Yoga & Lite Lunch
Ramona Valley Wineries Tour
Traditional Moroccan Feast
Tap Away Your Pain and Painful Emotions
Older in Comfort & Style
Urban Sustainable Living
Fifty Tips to Speed Weight Loss
Living Pain Free and Moving Your Best
Sample a Retirement Community
Mary Ann’s Annual Pool Party and Lunch
Party Pinochle
Deluxe Game Night in Kensington (July)
Kids and Children
A Balinese Vegetarian Dinner in a Sacred Garden!
Flower Arrangement
Sea Chanty Festival on the Surprise
Second Annual D4$ Grunion Run Beach Party Night
Gourmet Vegetarian Tasting Menu
Chalice Ranch BBQ
Farm to Table Dinner with Arvid and Sonya
An Evening in Rome
Sing For Your Breakfast
A Late Summer BBQ, Ping Pong, and Hula Hoops!
Honoring the Dream: Martin Luther King Jr.
Promenade and Picnic
Southern Dinner and Hymn Sing
with Two Preachers
Hawaiian Dinner: Beyond Pineapple, Pig, and Poi
Breakfast and Thrift Shop Treasure Hunting
Spiritual Practice through Art
Harmony Strings Are Back!
Lawn Bowling in the Park
Walking tour of UCSD’s Stuart Collection
This Old House Progressive Dinner
Small Plates and Paired Sips
Swimming with the Mermaids
Loving Your iPad
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Event Date
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Saturday, September 28, 2013
Saturday, September 28, 2013
Sunday, September 29, 2013
Saturday, October 05, 2013
Sunday, October 06, 2013
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Saturday, October 12, 2013
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Saturday, October 19, 2013
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Saturday, October 19, 2013
Saturday, October 19, 2013
Saturday, October 26, 2013
Saturday, October 26, 2013
Saturday, October 26, 2013
Saturday, November 02, 2013
Saturday, November 02, 2013
Saturday, November 09, 2013
Saturday, November 09, 2013
Saturday, November 16, 2013
Sunday, December 08, 2013
Sunday, December 15, 2013
Saturday, January 11, 2014
Saturday, January 11, 2014
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Sunday, January 26, 2014
Saturday, February 01, 2014
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Saturday, February 08, 2014
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Saturday, February 08, 2014
Friday, February 14, 2014
Saturday, February 15, 2014
Saturday, February 22, 2014
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Murder Mystery Dinner
Pizza and Board Games
Soul of Veracruz
David Does Julia (Again!)
Sunday Afternoon with Mo'olelo
Ramona Valley Wine Tasting Adventure (Fall)
California Impressionists at the Irvine Museum
Borrego Springs Gourmet Lunch & Geology Tour
Visit Anza Borrego State Park to View the
Eye-Popping Metal Sculptures
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A Walk in the Park
Puzzle Night
Flip-Flop-Fold-Up Album Workshop
Life after the Apocalypse as seen through Firefly
Oil Painting Workshop
Soup & Sociability
A Safari to Africa
Paper Party
Basics Of Estate Planning
German Dinner
Sunday Afternoon Salad Exploration
Holiday Open House
Jerusalem
Once Upon a Time
Laugh Yourself Silly with Victor Borge
Cooking Class with Chef Ray "It's Ducky'!"
Messages of Love
Party Pinochle
Multi-Course Chinese Dinner
Mardi Gras Gumbo Lunch & Sing-Along with Drew
at the piano
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French Vietnamese Dinner
Valentine Sunset
"Sweeten Your Valentine" Concert
Private Karaoke Night
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Saturday, March 01, 2014
Sunday, March 02, 2014
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Saturday, March 15, 2014
Saturday, March 22, 2014
Saturday, March 29, 2014
Saturday, March 29, 2014
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Saturday, April 05, 2014
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Saturday, April 19, 2014
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Poetry with POP!
Sock Hop
Ramona Valley Wine Tasting Adventure (Spring)
2nd Annual Academy Awards Party
Japanese Friendship Garden After Hours Tour
Anza-Borrego Wildflower Campout
A Mindfulness Hike
An Indian Feast
Spring Brunch
A Provençal Spring Dinner with Regional French
Wine Pairings
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It's an Egg-Celebration!
Romantic Sunset Sail
Sweet Time Luncheon & Desserts in Old Del Mar
Suffragette Luncheon (second year)
Whispering Oaks Experience
3rd Annual - Getting Tea Know UU!
A Special Get-Away at Maggie’s Bed & Breakfast
Mingei International Museum tour & lunch
Healthy Dining + Wisdom Circle
One Week Vacation In Costa Rica!
A week away at Big Bear (for up to 6)!
Picnic & Visit to The Living Coast
Informal Portrait Session
Enhancement or Restoration of Four Photographs
Non-force Chiropractic Treatments
Travel Tips from Travel Bugs
Live Piano Music by Drew Massicot
Record A Favorite Song (or two) with Drew Massicot!
Classroom Coaching in Math
Slippers by Joy
Immigration Law Advice
How To Refresh & Preserve Your Favorite Photos
Hand Painted Portrait
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Acupuncture Treatments
Flower Fantasy
Robie's Violin and her "Band in a Box"
Win your own Personal Chef!
Yard Work
Publish Your Book
Individual Oil Portrait
Hand Blown Turquoise Vase
Basket of Homemade Jams
Kid's Kit to Save the Planet from Plastic Bags
Organic Cotton Canvas Reusable Shopping Bag
A Tena Navarrete Original Painting
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Scripps Oceanography Tour
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Event Quick Reference List
On Auction Day don’t forget your favorite events.
Jot down the events you are interested in bidding on and your maximum bid here,
and bring this with you for Auction Days, Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19.
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Acknowledgements
Many thanks go to each and every one of you who sponsored an event or donated a service. Your energy and devotion to providing marvelous opportunities is deeply appreciated. A special thank you to “first timers,” and to those
who are willing to continue offering wonderful events we look forward to
each year. The success of Dining for Dollar$ is a result of your creative entertaining ideas and gracious hospitality.
Thank you to the incredibly talented Abby Koch, (a valued member of our
church staff) for her many hours spent creating and publishing the bidding
booklet “in-house” which saves us a lot of money. Where does she find all of
those pictures?!
To all of the volunteers who helped at the Dining for Dollar$ table, and who
will be helping during the three weeks of bidding; thanks for showing up and
lending a hand!
To Dave Hunt, a big thank you for serving as our Excel Guru and special consultant. We couldn’t have done it without your knowledge and guidance.
Thank you Peggy and John Holl for creating the bidding tables and signs for
the auction, which make the whole auction process flow smoothly. And a very
special thanks to all who bid generously on events. You get to have fun and
the Church receives needed revenues.
—Marla English and Robie Evans,
Dining for Dollar$ Co-Chairs
Committee Members: Leland Beck, Ray Evans, Lisa
and Bob Hartman, Peggy and John Holl, Dave Hunt,
Maggie Marshall, Sylvia Ollinger, and Sali Weiss
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Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Welcome to Dining for Dollar$ 2013
Items in this booklet are segregated by category to make it easier for you to decide which ones
you want to bid on. Carefully review and select the events/services you are most interested in.
After each service on May 5, May 12, and May 19, come to the Lower Patio and Bard Hall and
enter your bids on the bid rosters. Feel free to buy places at events as gifts for your friends
and family, as well as for yourself.
Bids go to the highest bidder. Each bidding category has only the number of spaces available
for the event. The next highest bidder may outbid the last bidder in a category. For example, if
six people bid $30.00 on an event intended for six people and the seventh person bids $40.00,
the last person in the $30.00 category loses the bid.
Buy It Now: The “Buy it Now” (maximum bid) guarantees you seats at the event.
When the “Buy it Now” event category is full the bidding for that event ends.
Family Events: Additional details/instructions will be included on the bidding roster for
those events where a family can bid as a family, not as individuals.
If you want two or more spaces for an event, you may use the same bidding number,
even if you decide later to pay separately. For example, if you and a friend or you and a
spouse want to attend the same event you may write your bid number on two separate
lines on the bid sheet, one per each person attending.
Be sure to monitor your bids up through 1:30 p.m. on May 19, because, in the case of some
popular events, you might be outbid!
Winners: Within two weeks after the bidding closes, all bidders will receive a letter informing
them of what they have won. Exception, for any events taking place in June you will be notified
by May 31.
Payment Schedule:
Single Payment: By July 1, 2013 or
Two Payments: ½ of bid due by July 1 2013;
final payment due by December 1, 2013.
Payment by check (to First UU Church). Include “D4$” and your Bidding Number
to assure credit for your payment. We hope that by spreading out the payment, you
will be able to bid on and enjoy more events.
No refunds! If you win a bid, but can’t attend the event, please contact the host, then donate
your spot to a friend or family member. You may also call the Church Office and ask that
Suzette Southfox, Director of Membership and Development, donate your spot to a New
Church Member. Money will not be refunded.
All proceeds go to the Church and portions that exceed the fair market value of the event are
tax deductible. Consult your tax advisor as needed.
If you have any questions, please contact Dave Hunt
at 858-945-4825 or uusancal@san,rr.com.
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Fine or Exotic Dining
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 100
#101 An Indian Feast
Host(s): Sue Marberry
Chicken curry and a variety of vegetarian dishes, including all kinds of flavors in dals and
chutneys. I learned to cook curries in my twenties from an Indian friend, and picked up more
favorite recipes when I lived in London. The evening will
be casual, the dinner sumptuous. Not only is my unit not
wheelchair accessible, but I'm on the second floor without
an elevator.
E-mail: smarberry@cox.net
Phone: 619-787-4724
Date: 3/29/2014
Time: 6:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 7
Location: Hillcrest
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 100
#102 German Dinner
Host(s): Sue Marberry
This is sauerbraten like my mother used to make, marinated for
several days, served with red cabbage and more, before being
cooked for several hours. We'll have a choice of wines and beers,
coffee and dessert all in keeping with the German/Austrian flavor
of the evening. Not only is my unit not wheelchair accessible, but
I'm on the second floor without an elevator.
Date: 11/16/2013
Time: 7:00 PM
E-mail: smarberry@cox.net
Phone: 619-787-4724
No. of Winning Bidders: 7
Location: Hillcrest
Wheelchair Accessible: No
#103 An Evening in Rome
Host(s): Ian Fusselman & Natalia Molina
Starting Bid
: $ 35
Buy It Now
: $ 100
Ian (a former Sous Chef) and Natalia are wine enthusiasts who will prepare a five-course Italian dinner,
complete with wine pairings for each course. This is a
repeat of Ian and Natalia's first ever offering at D4$,
which turned out to be a fabulous evening!
Date: 8/24/2013
Time: 6:00 PM
E-mail: fusselman@tbmlawyers.com
Phone: 619-294-8636
No. of Winning Bidders: 6
Location: North Park
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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Fine or Exotic Dining
#104 A Provençal Spring Dinner with Regional French Wine Pairings
Host(s): Maryanne Cordahl and Steve Kelly
Provençal cooking has all the sophistication you want for spring (and expect from
French food), along with the rustic spirit born unmistakably of the Mediterranean countryside. Come join us for patio dining at its best. The four-course menu includes a
Spiced Orange Wine aperitif served with a Caramelized Onion Tart with Dijon and Fennel, followed by a Provencal Fish Soup with Saffron Rouille. A main course of Roasted
Rack of Lamb with Swiss Chard Stuffing on Red Pepper Coulis, with a Roasted Garlic
Soufflé. And for dessert, a Meyer Lemon Cake served with Lavender Honey Cream.
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Date: 4/5/2014
Time: 7:00 PM
E-mail: mcordahl@san.rr.com
Phone: 858-625-0097
#105 Soul of Veracruz
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: University City
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Starting Bid
: $ 35
Buy It Now
: $ 70
Host(s): Patty & Jorge Hinojosa
A traditionally prepared Veracruzano style seafood
dinner. Starting with a ceviche, (a lime or lemon
marinated fish or shellfish), accompanied by Hibiscus
flower Margaritas, Mexican wines and non-alcoholic
beverages. The main course is seasonal fresh fish,
prepared, "A la Veracruzano," accompanied by rice,
black beans - very traditional in southern Mexico vegetables and more wine, to be followed by a fresh
fruit sorbet.
No. of Winning Bidders: 9
Location: Bay Park
Wheelchair Accessible: No
#106 Suffragette Luncheon (second year)
Host(s): Carole Courlang
Date: 9/29/2013
Time: 6:00 PM
E-mail: casahinojosa@earthlink.net
Phone: 619-276-0904
Starting Bid
: $ 40
Buy It Now
: $ 65
The movement began in 1897 to obtain the right of all women to vote and finally
on August 26, 1920 it became law. Please come dressed in period costume, and
celebrate this historical event. We will discuss how it all began and learn why we
have so much to thank those courageous women who made it possible for our
voices to be heard today. Enjoy a delightful lunch made from recipes from the
original Suffragette cookbook and followed by dessert and sherry. A special surprise piece of jewelry will also be included as a remembrance of this historical
time.
Date: 5/3/2014
Time: 1:30 PM
E-mail: ccourlang@san.rr.com
Phone: 858-268-5085
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: Tierrasanta
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
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#107 Sample a Retirement Community
Host(s): Ed Law
Visit the VI in La Jolla Village and enjoy a four-course
gourmet meal with wine pairings. Tour the facility and
meet the residents. Limited to individuals over 60.
Date: 7/12/2013
Time: 5:00 PM
E-mail: edbettylaw@san.rr.com
Phone: 858-558-8696
Bid: $ 30
Starting : $ 80
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No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: University City
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#108 Mardi Gras Gumbo Lunch & Sing-Along
Host(s): Therese Belanger & Drew Massicot
This crowd-pleaser is always a sell-out! Bring your appetites and wear Mardi
Gras colors: purple, gold and green! When you arrive appetizers will be served
to toe-tapping Dixieland music. Then, after a scrumptious Shrimp Gumbo (or
Vegetarian Gumbo) and Louisiana side dishes plus Drew's famous homemade
Pecan Pie a-la-mode for dessert, we'll sing your favorite songs...from Broadway,
folk, pop, Dixieland, spirituals . . . you name it and we’ll sing it! Accompanied
by Drew on his piano! Lyric sheets provided.
Date: 2/8/2014
Time: 12:00 to 4:00 PM
E-mail: drewmassicot@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-460-2901
No. of Winning Bidders: 14
Location: Fletcher Hills
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Event Quick Reference List
On Auction Day don’t forget your favorite events.
Jot down the events you are interested in bidding on and your maximum bid here,
and bring this with you for Auction Days, Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19.
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Fine or Exotic Dining
#109 A Balinese Vegetarian Dinner in a Sacred Garden!
Host(s): Chris & Patricia Christenson and Therese Belanger & Drew Massicot
Starting Bid
: $ 35
Buy It Now
: $ 85
Enjoy a Balinese vegetarian dinner in the Christenson's sacred garden. Chris and Patricia have been to the isle of
Bali annually for the past 25 years and have enjoyed cooking
Balinese cuisine for many years. Drew & Therese recently
returned from their 2nd trip to Bali where they took an allday vegetarian cooking class. Together these 2 couples will
serve you their favorite Balinese dishes. When you arrive
for the dinner you will be draped in a Balinese handmade
batik sarong; men will also be able to wear a 'udung'. Enjoy
a traditional Balinese welcome drink and sampling of Bali
appetizers while you wander around the garden. The main
courses
will
include exotic Balinese dishes such as Gado-Gado, Sayur
Urab, and Nasi Goreng. Dessert will include Crispy Banana Pancakes and Black Rice Pudding. Balinese music
will help set the ambiance for the outdoor dinner. Also,
a DVD/video-slide show taken by Drew this March 2013
will be available for viewing. It will include footage of the
annual Bali New Year celebration with dancing OgohOgohs (monsters & evil spirits) and underwater scenes of
breath-taking coral gardens . . . and swimming with the
giant manta-rays! Join us for a memorable evening!
Date: 8/3/2013
Time: 5:30 PM
E-mail: drewmassicot@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-460-2901
No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: Poway
Wheelchair Accessible: No
#110 Farm to Table Dinner with Arvid and Sonya
Host(s): Arvid Straube & Sonya Prestridge
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 100
You've seen it on the Food Channel as chefs turn seasonal, organic farm produce
into sumptuous dishes or meals. The culinary imagination of Chef Arvid and
Pastry Chef Sonya will turn locally sourced ingredients bought the week of the
dinner into a magical tasting dinner. Join us for this challenge and experience.
(There will be no red meat served.)
Date: 8/23/2013
Time: 6:30 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 9
Location: El Cajon
Wheelchair Accessible: No
E-mail: sonya2569@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-444-2657
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Fine or Exotic Dining
Starting Bid
: $ 40
Buy It Now
: $ 75
#111 Gourmet Vegetarian Tasting Menu
Host(s): Laurie Crehan & Newt Ferris
Date: 8/10/2013
Time: 6:00 PM
Our meal will be based on the recipes of Yotam Ottolenghi, an Israeli‐born
chef and cookbook author known for dishes that emphasize vegetables. He
lives in London, where he and his Palestinian business partner own three
popular takeout food shops and two new restaurants. Ottolenghi has been the
author of the weekly New Vegetarian column in the Guardian newspaper for 12
years. Many of his recipes feature middle‐eastern flavors. We will sample a
variety of his creations in this multi‐course meal made from recipes from his
cookbook Plenty, including dishes such as Eggplant with Buttermilk Sauce,
Vegetable Paella, and Cabbage and Kohlrabi Salad. Note: These dishes are not
vegan as many will contain dairy.
E-mail: lcrehan@juno.com
Phone: 858-274-3314
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: Clairemont
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Auction Days
Sundays: May 5, May 12, and May 19.
Don’t forget your Bidding Number
on Auction Day!
Write it Down Here:
My/Our 2012 Bidding Number
#112 French Vietnamese Dinner
Host(s): Laurie Crehan & Newt Ferris
Starting Bid
: $ 40
Buy It Now
: $ 75
France’s colonization of Vietnam and much of what was
then known as Indochina began as early as the 17th century. Through much of the 19th century and until after
WWII, France ruled Vietnam with an iron fist. Even
though the Vietnamese resented their French overlords,
they eagerly embraced French foods such as bread
(especially in the form of baguettes), crepes, pates, and
sauces. Join us for a multi-course dinner that demonstrates how the comingling of these two cultures produced
unique, delicious foods.
E-mail: lcrehan@juno.com
Phone: 858-274-3314
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Date: 2/8/2014
Time: 6:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: Clairemont
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Fine or Exotic Dining
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#113 Hawaiian Dinner: Beyond Pineapple, Pig, and Poi
Host(s): Laurie Crehan & Newt Ferris
Hawaiian food is based on fresh ingredients including fish and
fruit. It is also influenced by the many cultures that sent
explorers, merchants and settlers there, including China, Japan,
Polynesia, Thailand, the Philippines, Portugal, and the US. Join
us poolside for a gourmet multi-course dinner that blends the
tastes of the Pacific Rim and beyond and conjures up visions
of palm trees, blue waters, and white sandy beaches.
Date: 9/7/2013
Time: 6:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: Clairemont
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
E-mail: lcrehan@juno.com
Phone: 858-274-3314
#114 Jerusalem
Host(s): Laurie Crehan & Newt Ferris
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: Clairemont
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
In their cookbook Jerusalem, Jewish chef Yotam Ottolenghi and
his Palestinian business partner Sami Tamimi claim, “The
diversity and richness of Jerusalem, both in terms of the cooks
and their disparate backgrounds and the ingredients they use,
make it fascinating to any outsider. . . All of these create an
immense tapestry of cuisines.” Join us for a multi-course dinner
to taste some of these chefs’ favorite dishes from their childhoods in Jerusalem. This dinner is not vegetarian, but there will
be plenty for a vegetarian to eat.
Date: 1/11/2014
Time: 6:00 PM
#115 Traditional Moroccan Feast
Host(s): Dave & Bobbi Karpinski
No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: Tierresanta
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Starting Bid
: $ 40
Buy It Now
: $ 75
E-mail: lcrehan@juno.com
Phone: 858-274-3314
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 75
The 7th annual and very popular traditional Moroccan dinner with
UU additions served in style of a Chinese Banquet, one dish at a
time. Start off with the traditional (and delicious) Bisteeya, a crisp
pie-like dish with chicken, egg and sugared almonds. This course
is served with hot mint tea. Then comes Harira Soup followed by
Seafood Tagine, Couscous with 7 vegetables interspersed with a
selection of salads to include Moroccan Melange, accompanied by
compatible wines and anise scented bread. To end the evening, a
special Moroccan pastry and Pistachio ice cream will be accompanied by spiced (decaf) coffee and various liqueurs. Dave will sing
the Moroccan call to prayers over dessert (just kidding).
Date: 6/22/2013
Time: 6:00 PM
E-mail: davekarpinski@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-819-8594
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#116 David Does Julia (Again!)
Host(s): Dave & Bobbi Karpinski
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 85
David presents French food at its best based on recipes in Julia Child’s The Art of
French Cooking. We will have what Julia describes as “a typical French menu
comprising hors d’oeuvres, soup, main course, salad, cheese and dessert.” The
meal will be accompanied by wines from around the world appropriate to each
course and will finish with gourmet coffee and a selection of liqueurs. This meal
will not be appropriate for many diets, so eat lightly the week before. During the
course of the evening we will listen to French opera and a French aria sung by
your church cantor.
No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: Tierresanta
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Date: 10/5/2013
Time: 6:00 PM
E-mail: davekarpinski@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-819-8594
#117 Older in Comfort and Style
Host(s): Mary Jane Swett & Melinda Newman
Starting Bid
: $ 25
Buy It Now
: $ 55
Are you considering a move to an independent retirement community? Do you want fewer worries and more time for things
you want to do? Our place has brains, beauty, services, and a caring community! Come for an evening of exploration and fine dining. We recommend thinking about this life transition sooner
than "too late." We will happily answer all your questions as well
as share a joyful meal, with cocktails as desired.
No. of Winning Bidders: 4
Location: University City
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#118 Multi-Course Chinese Dinner
Host(s): Robie & Ray Evans
Date: 6/27/2013
Time: 4:30 to 8:00 PM
E-mail: n59melinda@aol.com
Phone: 858-597-8187
Starting Bid
: $ 50
Buy It Now
: $ 150
Robie and Ray's 4th creation of a very special evening, this time featuring fine authentic Chinese food to celebrate Chinese New Year’s prepared by Chef Ray. This
will be a bountiful feast. Some vegetarian options will be available. An evening not
to be forgotten and you should plan on four hours for this exquisite evening.
Editor's note: Arvid and Kathleen have both attended this event and
said it was beyond wonderful and worth much more than what it cost.
Date: 2/1/2014
Time: 6:00 to 10:00 PM
E-mail: raevans@cox.net
Phone: 619-464-3513
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No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: La Mesa
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Fine or Exotic Dining
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 65
#119 Small Plates and Paired Sips
Host(s): Ray & Robie Evans and their special friends, Jeff & Rosemary Schreiber
A delightful late afternoon of fantastic small plates, each
paired with a delicious glass of wine. All in the peaceful
and serene setting of the Schreibers’ gorgeous backyard
with a lovely view. This event is for Omnivores and
Oenophiles!
Date: 9/15/2013
Time: 4:00 to 7:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: Santee
Wheelchair Accessible: No
id: $ 25
Starting B
: $ 55
Buy It Now
E-mail: raevans@cox.net
Phone: 619-464-3513
#120 Sweet Time Luncheon and Desserts in Old Del Mar
Host(s): Tena Navarrete
Experience a very fun afternoon luncheon and delightful desserts
while enjoying the beautiful scenery and ambiance of Tena's lovely
John Lloyd Wright designed home. Tena's 4th annual dessert and
luncheon will include a filling oriental chicken salad, and an array of
delectable desserts, and more. Editor's note: since Tena is one of
the sweetest people we know, this popular event not to be missed.
Date: 4/19/2014
Time: 1:00 PM
E-mail: tenart1@gmail.com
Phone: 858-350-9470
No. of Winning Bidders: 15
Location: Del Mar
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Can’t Make It to One or All of the Auction Days?
We are able to bid on your behalf.
Contact Sylvia Ollinger at 858-689-9185 or
by e-mail to sjolling06@hotmail.com
to find out more or to place your bid with her.
All proceeds go to the Church and portions that exceed the fair
market value of the event may be tax deductible.
Consult your tax advisor as needed.
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Casual Dining and BBQs
#201 Chalice Ranch BBQ
Host(s): Michael Goulet & Valerie Jaques
Come to the country for a barbecue at Chalice Ranch! We are now located
in lovely Lawson Valley. Families are welcome. See goats, chickens, horses,
dogs, cats. We're vegetarian friendly, too. Carpooling recommended. Directions will be provided to winners.
Editor's note: This is a very popular event, so bid early.
*We are a family with a wide variety of dietary restrictions,
including gluten and lactose intolerance, sugar issues, shellfish
allergies, and fruit and vegetable allergies. Bring your many food
restrictions; we can handle 'em all!
Date: 8/17/2013
Time: 2:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 30
Location: Jamul
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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Bid: $
E-mail: hammerithot@live.com
Phone: 619-445-3011
Starting Bid:
$ 30 Individual, $50 Family
Buy It Now:
$100 Individual, $150 Family
#202 A Late Summer BBQ, Ping Pong, and Hula Hoops!
Host(s): Therese Belanger & Drew Massicot
Back by popular demand! Enjoy a Backyard Summer BBQ with
Hamburgers and Veggieburgers with all the southern trimmings, +
Baked Beans, Cole Slaw (à la Massicot/Bélanger) and more! For dessert we'll cool off with Ice Cream Sundaes! Join in the Ping-Pong
Tournament and/or swing your hips in the “Hula-Hoop Hoedown”
with Prizes for winners! (Hula Hoop lessons will be given for those
who need them!!) All levels of players encouraged!
No. of Winning Bidders: 20
Location: Fletcher Hills
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#203 Holiday Open House
Host(s): Suzanne & Lawrence Hess
Date: 8/31/2013
Time: 5:00 to 9:00 PM
E-mail: drewmassicot@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-460-2901
Starting Bid: $ 15
Buy It Now:
$30 Individual, $5
0 Fam
Come celebrate the holidays with members and friends of First
Church at our Open House, featuring Drew Massicot playing
Christmas Carols and other holiday songs on piano. Enjoy eggnog, mead, and other drinks, cookies, holiday snacks, including
vegan fare. Come and leave when you like but plan to have a
very fun time!
No. of Winning Bidders: 50
Location: Del Cerro
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
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Date: 12/15/2013
Time: 1:30 to 5:00 PM
E-mail: lorenzoh@cox.net
Phone: 619-992-4239
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#204 Southern Dinner and Hymn Sing with Two Preachers
Host(s): Arvid & Sonya Straube and Jim & Betty Grant
Join Reverend Arvid and Reverend Jim and their wives, Sonya and Betty, for
an authentic Southern home-cooked dinner followed by an old fashioned
hymn sing-along. The menu will satisfy those transplanted southerners as well
as native Californians. Do you still remember fried chicken, sliced ham, green
beans, squash casserole, fried okra, turnip greens, black-eyed peas, congealed
salads, sliced tomatoes, bread and butter pickles, corn bread, and biscuits, and
fruit cobblers and pies with iced tea? Betty will play the piano. Jim will lead
us in singing all those old gospel favorites. You don't have to be a recovering
Baptist or Methodist to enjoy this event!
Date: 9/6/2013
Time: 6:30 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: El Cajon
Wheelchair Accessible: No
E-mail: bettystoryteller@gmail.com
Phone: 619-444-2657
Auction Days
Sundays: May 5, May 12, and May 19.
Don’t forget your Bidding Number
on Auction Day!
Write it Down Here:
My/Our 2012 Bidding Number
#205 It’s a Royal Baby Shower!
Host(s): Laurie Crehan
Starting Bid
: $ 20
Buy It Now
: $ 40
Kate and William will be giving birth sometime in July. Come
celebrate the arrival of the new prince or princess with Afternoon
Tea. Guests are asked to bring an unwrapped baby gift (new or
gently used 0-6 month sizes, blankets, infant towels, and toys)
that will be donated to the Women’s Fellowship to include in the
layettes they provide to the San Diego Adolescent Pregnancy and
Parenting Program. In addition to tea, there will be baby shower
games and prizes. Royal attire is optional.
No. of Winning Bidders: 15
Location: Clairemont
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Date: 6/8/2013
Time: 1:00 to 3:00 PM
E-mail: lcrehan@juno.com
Phone: 858-274-3314
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#206 Sunday Afternoon Salad Exploration
Host(s): Dave & Bobbi Karpinski
Starting Bid
: $ 15
Buy It Now
: $ 50
A few score adventuresome folk will enjoy a buffet of unusual and tasty,
mostly fat-free salads. There will be at least ten different salads you are not
likely to have tasted elsewhere. Ingredients will include grains like quinoa,
barley, wild rice, kasha, bulgur and wheat berries; vegetables like spaghetti
squash, zucchini, red onions and jicama; beans like black, kidney, pink, and
black-eyed peas. Seasoning to include ginger, chili, curry, rice vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and mint. Drinks to accompany will include beer, ginger tea,
and some unusual iced teas and coffee. Take home a serving or two of your
favorite salad for later in the week.
E-mail: davekarpinski@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-819-8594
Date: 12/8/2013
Time: 2:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: Tierresanta
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
South Bay Campus Bidders
Sundays: May
5, May 12, and May 19.
If you are not able to come up to the Hillcrest
Campus following Services on Auction days,
you can place a proxy bid with
Sylvia Ollinger at 858-689-9185 or
by e-mail to sjolling06@hotmail.com.
#207 Soup & Sociability
Host(s): Benita Berkson & Barbara Davenport
Starting Bid
: $ 20
Buy It Now
: $ 35
Come for hot soup and cool company. We'll have 3 delicious soups, organic and
made from scratch, many ingredients from our garden. One soup will be vegan.
Also good wine, fabulous bread, dessert, and the company of your fellow UU's
in our cozy Normal Heights home. We'll welcome you to eat and run, or to
hang out around the fire in our outdoor fireplace.
Date: 11/2/2013
Time: 6:30 PM
E-mail: bbdavenport@cox.net
Phone: 619-994-0993
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No. of Winning Bidders: 30
Location: Normal Heights
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Casual Dining and BBQs
#208 Spring Brunch
Host(s): Ann McDonald
Starting Bid
: $ 25
Buy It Now
: $ 45
Enjoy the joys of spring outside on a deck, birds singing and golfers
hoping for a hole in one! Menu: Sparkling cider, Orange juice, and/
or Sparkling wine, Brunch Egg Strata, Fruit Compote, Rolls, Bread
Pudding, Coffee, and Tea.
Editor's note: Ann always puts on an elegant meal; this is a
great event to celebrate the arrival of spring.
Date: 3/29/2014
Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
E-mail: amcd92119@earthlink.net
Phone: 619-464-1937
#209 Yoga & Lite Lunch
Host(s): Carolyn Woodbury
No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: San Carlos
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Starting Bid
: $ 10
Buy It Now
: $ 20
Jennie Olson is a warm and wonderful teacher who is genuinely
interested in her clients. She has a way of making everyone feel
special. This one hour class is appropriate for those who have
never done yoga and for those more experienced yoga buffs. We
will follow the class with a healthy light lunch and conversation.
You can read about Jennie on her website www.jennieolson.net.
Dress in loose or stretchy clothes and bring your own mat (or blankets). Note: the event will be held at either the South Bay Campus
or Carolyn's home.
Date: 6/8/2013
No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: Chula Vista
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
E-mail: CarolynWoodbury@cox.net
Phone: 619-397-0993
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#301 Once Upon a Time . . .
Starting Bid
: $ 35
Buy It Now
: $ 55
Host(s): Kathleen Owens & Jan Gallo
Enjoy an afternoon with Rev. Kathleen Owens and Jan Gallo as
Kathleen tells some wisdom stories from a variety of cultures.
Participants will be invited to bring one of their favorite stories to
share as well. Afternoon tea and light refreshments will be
served.
Date: 1/11/2014
Time: 3:00 to 5:00 PM
E-mail: kathleen@firstuusandiego.org
Phone: 619-298-9978
No. of Winning Bidders: 20
Location: Hillcrest Campus
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#302 Honoring the Dream: Martin Luther King Jr. Promenade
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Date: 8/31/2013
Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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Host(s): Elissa Ellis-MacLeod and Sylvia & Jerry Ollinger
On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech to more
than a quarter of a million protestors marching on Washington D.C. This is an invitation
to pay tribute to this defining event in our history on its 50th anniversary, and to draw
energy from Dr. King's hopeful words. Together, we will share a leisurely morning walk on
the MLK Promenade in beautiful downtown San Diego followed by a vegetarian picnic
lunch in a nearby park on the harbor (walking will take about 1 1/2 hours). The Promenade
stretches from the entrance to the Gaslamp Quarter to a small park across from Seaport
Village. Plaques with MLK quotes line the Promenade. Enjoy our beautiful downtown and
waterfront while paying tribute to one of the greatest Americans of our time! Children
friendly.
E-mail: sjolling06@hotmail.com
Phone: 858-689-9185
No. of Winning Bidders: 15
Location: Downtown
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Specialty Events
#303 Breakfast and Thrift Shop Treasure Hunting — Spring
: $ 25
Starting Bid
$ 50
:
Buy It Now
Host(s): Tree & Suzette Southfox
Date: 6/1/2013
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Have an organic breakfast of a Dutch Baby made
with backyard eggs and backyard goat milk. Enjoy
this gourmet pancake soufflé in the 1936 Talmadge
home of Tree & Suzette Southfox. Following breakfast we’ll venture to four thrift stores within a 5 mile
radius of the Church. United Cerebral Palsey, Revivals, Bargain Box, and Am Vets. Bring spending
money! After we treasure hunt, we’ll return to the
Talmadge urban farm for an afternoon snack and a
sharing of our finds. Choose the Spring or Fall
Treasure Hunt! . . . Or both!!
No. of Winning Bidders: 6
Location: Talmadge
Wheelchair Accessible: No
E-mail: szsouthfox@gmail.com
Phone: 619-398-4436
#304 Breakfast and Thrift Shop Treasure Hunting — Fall
Host(s): Tree and Suzette Southfox
Starting Bid
: $ 25
Buy It Now
: $ 50
Date: 9/7/2013
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
#305 Romantic Sunset Sail
Host(s): Carole Courlang & Kirk Gardner
Starting Bid
: $ 60
Buy It Now
: $ 105
Join Captain Kirk and first Mate, Carole Courlang aboard our
32Ft O'Day sailboat, Mystique, for a Romantic sunset sail as we
cruise beautiful San Diego Bay. Sip champagne, enjoy tasty appetizers, fruitful delights and feet the soft sea breeze as you hear
Captain Kirk's stories of his many sailing adventures.
Date: 4/11/2014
Time: 5:30 PM
E-mail: ccourlang@san.rr.com
Phone: 858-268-5085
No. of Winning Bidders: 4
Location: Harbor Island Yacht Club
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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Starting Bid
: $ 25
Buy It Now
: $ 65
#306 Poetry with POP!
Host(s): Harry Griswold & Stephanie Webber
Poetry in a Sunday service gets one shot. It has to have POP! - get our attention, make us feel something,
get its point across. Those are heavy demands on a few words. Resident poet Harry Griswold is determined to find out what kind of poetry might work well in a service and he hopes to uncover some really
good poems along the way. He's on a quest for answers. An old writing adage says: "No surprise for the
writer, no surprise for the reader". Thus, students are told don't bother to write a poem if you already
know the ending. This search is like that. Harry will share what he finds in a lively Sunday afternoon discussion and reading of poems accompanied by delicious finger food, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks. Fun!
E-mail: swebber@san.rr.com
Phone: 858 453-5251
Date: 2/23/2014
Time: 2:30 to 4:30 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 20
Location: University City
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
South Bay Campus Bidders
Sundays: May 5, May 12, and May 19.
If you are not able to come up to the Hillcrest
Campus following Services on Auction days,
you can place a proxy bid with
Sylvia Ollinger at 858-689-9185 or
by e-mail to sjolling06@hotmail.com.
#307 Messages of Love
Host(s): Lynda Gilgun & Pat Schmidt
Starting Bid
: $ 20
Buy It Now
: $ 35
Come join Lynda and Pat on the Love Boat of Card Making. You will
have the opportunity to make Valentine's Day cards for your loved
ones. This event will appeal to adult beginner card makers as well as
those with more experience. All supplies will be provided and snacks
will be served. Bring your enthusiasm and willingness to be creative.
Be prepared to have fun.
Date: 1/25/2014
Time: 1:00 to 4:00 PM
E-mail: schmidt.pat@sbcglobal.net
Phone: 619-482-8909
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No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: South Bay
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Specialty Events
Starting Bid
: $ 20
Buy It Now
: $ 35
#308 Swimming with the Mermaids
Host(s): Rose Van Oss
Women only swim and sun. Come and relax beside the pool or
nap in the hammock under the tree. Enjoy home made and/or
home grown goodies while sipping iced teas, sangria, and wine.
Maybe I'll make my dark chocolate fondue. Hanging out with
UU women is always a delight.
Date: 9/15/2013
Time: 2:00 to 5:00 PM
E-mail: etvo1@cox.net
Phone: 619-582-7004
id: $ 25
Starting B
: $ 40
Buy It Now
No. of Winning Bidders: 20
Location: College Area
Wheelchair Accessible: No
#309 Flip-Flop-Fold-Up Album Workshop
Host(s): Maggie Marshall, Thérèse Belanger, Nancy Jungling & Susan Villet
Ever want a fresh and clever way to store your very favorite photos so you can easily share them
with friends and family? Come join us for some creative fun plus learn how to make up a colorful
Flip-Flop Fold-Up album. Maggie sells these unique miniature albums at fancy art shows. You will
have an opportunity to learn the techniques (from several artist helpers), select gorgeous papers,
learn how to fold, glue and assemble an album to take home. We will provide all of the materials
you will need for class. In addition to learning a new
form of art, we will have a special tea break on the
patio overlooking the beautiful canyon in Del Cerro, to
enjoy each other's company. After you complete your
album, you’ll have a new sparkling space to bring your
photos to life and an updated way to capture memories. They make unique photo albums, specialty birthday cards or travel journeys which are personal and
can be a heartfelt gift. We’ll show you samples of
photo books so you can see the many ways to preserve
and refresh your pictorial history.
Date: 10/26/2013
Time: 1:00 to 4:00 PM
E-mail: maggiemarshall2@gmail.com
Phone: 619-255-9661
No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: Del Cerro
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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#310 A Special Get-Away at Maggie’s Bed and Breakfast
Host(s): Maggie Marshall
When entertaining friends/family in San Diego, you now have a special place (home
away from home) to offer your guests or a terrific escape for yourself (rest & refresh)!
It's a stay for one night where you're welcomed by an experienced hostess who is a
former owner of her own catering business, Catering by Maggie. She is also the author
of Food is the Frosting Company is the Cake. In your welcome basket besides a few
healthy goodies, there will also be a signed copy of her book for you to keep. Staying
here offers much more than a guest room, it has Wi-Fi, privacy and a beautiful canyon
view! This is one offer for one or two persons, for a one-night stay to be arranged before June 1, 2014. The bid price is a per person bid.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged Before June 1, 2014
E-mail: maggiemarshall2@gmail.com
Phone: 619-255-9661
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Del Cerro
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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Host(s): Maggie Marshall, Thérèse Belanger & Drew Massicot,
Nancy & Mike Jungling, and Laura & Marcus Todd
Get your Saturday off to a fabulous start! When you arrive, head over to the piano, pick up
a lyric sheet, and start singing some of your favorite ‘morning’ songs with Drew at the piano! (song requests can be e-mailed to Drew ahead of time at drewmassicot@yahoo.com). On the patio we’ll be serving a yummy healthy breakfast:
there will be a variety of food, so vegans and vegetarians will be happy, too.
We are lucky to have Chef Marcus and outdoor wilderness cook Mike to prepare your meal off the grill. You will be overlooking the beautiful canyon at
Maggie’s in Del Cerro. Besides music and singing, there will be badminton
plus hula-hoops. Come enjoy getting to know other fun folks! Bring the family or come on your own. All are warmly welcome. Consider bidding for a
table of 4, 6 or 8 . . . it’s a wonderful gift to share with friends or family . . .
or bid for two tickets as a gift certificate.
Date: 8/24/2013
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 AM
E-mail: maggiemarshall2@gmail.com
Phone: 619-255-9661
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No. of Winning Bidders: 16
Location: Del Cerro
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Specialty Events
Auction Days
Sundays: May 5, May 12, and May 19.
Don’t forget your Bidding Number
on Auction Day!
Write it Down Here:
My/Our 2013 Bidding Number
#312 Laugh Yourself Silly with Victor Borge
Host(s): Carolyn and Peter Woodbury
Starting Bid
: $ 20
Buy It Now
: $ 35
Watch Victor Borge rare footage without ads on our Big Screen TV with friends.
Our sound is excellent and we will show some of his wonderful music for sure.
Of course there will be sangria and goodies galore. Bring your appetite and
sense of humor. There will be great company and lots of laughter. If you'd like
to take a break under the stars in our private jacuzzi, bring a bathing suit.
Date: 1/18/2014
Time: 6:00 PM
E-mail: cbwoodbury@cox.net
Phone: 619-397-0993
No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: Chula Vista
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#313 Second Annual D4$ Grunion Run Beach Party Night
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Host(s): Corlee Morris
Grunion Runs are a unique Southern California/Northern Baja
recreational fishing event. These fish are famous for their remarkable spawning behavior, which evokes an “I don’t believe it!” from
people that see it or hear about it for the first time. We will be
only observing these phenomena. Menu: Roasted Marshmallows,
Hot Chocolate and/or Spiced Apple Cider. Entertainment: Campfire
singing and watching the Grunion. Teenagers age 15 and up can
get in free if they volunteer to help set up to hold a space at the
beach. Contact Corlee for details.
No. of Winning Bidders: 30
Location: Ocean Beach
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Date: 8/9/2013
Time: 8:00 PM to Midnight
E-mail: cmorris575@att.net
Phone: 619-737-7825
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Starting
#314 Mingei International Museum Tour & Lunch
Host(s): Cathy Sang, Director of Marketing & Development at Mingei
You and three friends will enjoy free admission and a guided
tour of the current exhibitions at Mingei International Museum
in Balboa Park, followed by lunch at The Prado Restaurant. The
Museum is a San Diego gem, featuring dynamic, changing
exhibitions of folk art, craft and design from all cultures of the
world, displayed throughout six beautiful galleries.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: csang@mingei.org
Phone: 619-704-7511
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Balboa Park
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#315 "Sweeten Your Valentine" Concert
Host(s): Chris Hassett & Drew Massicot
Starting Bid
: $ 25
Buy It Now
: $ 40
You don't need to be struck by Cupid to attend this Valentine event!! Celebrate a "Sweet" Valentine with crooner Chris Hassett and pianist Drew Massicot. The evening's selections will draw from the American Songbook, from
contemporary compositions, and from Chris's own collection of originals. Drew
will also lead a singalong of songs (based upon some of your suggestions). Arrive at 7:00 pm and enjoy a variety of desserts (Peach Cobbler à la mode, Pecan
Pie Cake, Red Velvet Cupcakes, Fruit Salad, and even a Vegan Chocolate
Cake!!). A variety of hot and cold drinks will accompany your sweets. Join us
and sweeten your Valentine!
Date: 2/15/2014
No. of Winning Bidders: 60
Location: Hillcrest Campus—Bard Hall
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#316 Private Karaoke Night
Host(s): Joanne Ell
Time: 7:00 to 9:30 PM
E-mail: drewmassicot@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-460-2901
Starting Bid
: $ 25
Buy It Now
: $ 55
Love to sing in the shower but too shy to try it in
public? This is your chance to sing along with karaoke
disks in a safe, private setting (my home!) with a small
group of welcoming fellow UU friends. The evening
includes a gluten-free dinner and wine.
Date: 2/22/2014
Time: 6:00 to 9:00 PM
E-mail: jell-o@yit.us
Phone: 619-353-0267
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No. of Winning Bidders: 6
Location: Point Loma
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Specialty Events
#317 2nd Annual Academy Awards Party
Host(s): Alec Harootunian & Martha Woodworth
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 75
Join us for a glamorous Academy Awards Dinner Party. Walk the red
carpet and show off your fanciest attire or dress as a character from a
nominated movie. We will toast the winners with bubbly as we watch
the ceremony. Our own awards will go to the one who predicts the
most Oscar winners and the one who is best dressed. Dinner will be
buffet-style. If you love going to the movies, we would love to have you
sign up for this event. Editor's note. I attended this event last year
(dress as Abraham Lincoln) and can attest that Martha and Alec go all
out to make this as much fun as attending the real event.
E-mail: harootuniana@yahoo.com
Phone: 858-272-9443
Bid: $ 30
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Date: 3/2/2014
Time: 5:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: Pacific Beach
Wheelchair Accessible: No
#318 Cooking Class with Chef Ray "It's Ducky'!"
Host(s): Ray and Robie Evans
Another cooking class...we will explore all the parts of the duck
and things you cook with duck fat, such as Yorkshire puddings.
Demonstrations with hands-on practice, including some knife
skills. We will eat our work throughout the afternoon. Bring your
apron, paring knife, and your appetite.
No. of Winning Bidders: 6
Location: La Mesa
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Date: 1/18/2014
Time: 1:00 to 4:00 PM
E-mail: raevans@cox.net
Phone: 619-464-3513
#319 Sock Hop
Host(s): Carole Courlang & Kirk Gardner, Dave and Bobbi Karpinski,
Susan Riegel Harding, and Robie & Ray Evans
Travel back in time to those fun and crazy Sock Hops, dancing to the music of
Elvis, Chuck Berry, Fats Domino and all the rest. Dance the night away or just sit
back, watch and enjoy. Themed food and drinks will be served along with our
fabulous DJ. Dig out your dancing shoes and/or poodle skirts and plan to join us
for a really fun evening.
Start
Date: 3/1/2014
Time: 6:00 to 9:00 PM
E-mail: raevans@cox.net
Phone: 619-398-4433
ing Bid: $ 2
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Buy It Now
: $ 50
No. of Winning Bidders: 60
Location: Bard Hall
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
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#320 3rd Annual - Getting Tea Know UU!
Host(s): Kathleen Russum and Robie & Ray Evans
This will be a delightful afternoon of tea, china, silver, finger sandwiches, canapés, scones, jam and curd (all prepared by Chef Ray and Sous Chef Robie). We
will all get better acquainted to the lovely background sounds of Robie on her
violin!
Starting Bid
: $ 20
Buy It Now
: $ 45
Date: 5/17/2014
Time: 2:00 to 4:00 PM
E-mail: raevans@cox.net
Phone: 619-464-3513
No. of Winning Bidders: 16
Location: La Mesa
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#321 Healthy Dining + Wisdom Circle
Host(s): Marv Pulliam
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 55
A delicious four-course organic vegetarian dinner including dessert and wine at Casa de Luz
Restaurant in North Park (http://sandiego.casadeluz.org, followed by a Small Group Wisdom
Circle at the Restaurant's conference center. The topic will be based upon the definition and
benefits of healthy eating. The host will facilitate the wisdom circle. For more information
about Casa De Luz or to see the menu visit http://casadeluzsd.youendorseit.com/
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: North Park
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: pulliamm@mac.com
Phone: 619 564 6510
#322 Urban Sustainable Living
Host(s): Tree &Suzette Southfox
Starting Bid
: $ 20
Buy It Now
: $ 30
Are you interested in moving towards a more sustainable home environment? Have you ever considered
raised bed gardening? Have you decided to start using grey water or are you interested in raising chickens?
Come visit the 1936 Talmadge home of Tree & Suzette Southfox and see how grey water and rain water
harvesting works. Learn about keeping back yard chickens, look at a pond made out of rainwater, and see
how to grow vegetables and greens in portable raised beds. This small urban property grows 25 fruit trees,
is a certified wildlife habitat and includes a cob chicken coop and adobe pizza oven. A vegetarian lunch will
be served followed by a tour and Q&A with Tree Southfox, professional gardener, landscape consultant &
sustainable devotee. Bring your notebooks, cameras, questions, and appetites!
E-mail: szsouthfox@gmail.com
Phone: 619-398-4436
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Date: 6/29/2013
Time: 12:00 to 1:30 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 15
Location: Talmadge/San Diego
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Specialty Events
Starting Bid
: $ 35
Buy It Now
: $ 75
#323 Harmony Strings Are Back!
Host(s): Stephanie Webber & Harry Griswold,
featuring Robie Evans and the Harmony Strings
Join us for a fabulous afternoon of music with our own Robie Evans and her talented musician friends who make up "Harmony Strings." The group includes two
violins, viola, cello and piano playing an exciting variety of selections. And we'll
have a table loaded with finger food refreshments plus wine and soft drinks, all in
a relaxed setting at our home. This event was a sell out last year and everyone who
attended was thrilled by the incredible performances. Bid early, bid often — you
won't want to miss it!
E-mail: swebber@san.rr.com
Phone: 858-453-5251
No. of Winning Bidders: 25
Location: University City
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Date: 9/8/2013
Time: 3:00 to 5:00 PM
#324 Valentine Sunset
Starting Bid
: $ 25
Buy It Now
: $ 55
Host(s): Marilyn & Carl Hanson, Mary Rose & Len Pellettieri
Share the sunset with a sweetie on the 16th floor of our First Avenue
dwelling. Great views of the bay as if at “Mr. A's,” downtown, airport and the ocean. Champagne, hors d’oeuvres, candlelight, music
and chocolate will add to your romantic experience! Sunset is at 5:30
PM but you are welcome any time after 4:30.
No. of Winning Bidders: 30
Location: Hillcrest
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
E-mail: MaryRose10@cox.net
Phone: 619-239-7274
Date: 2/14/2014
Time: 4:30 to 7:30 PM
#325 Life After the Apocalypse as seen through Firefly
Starting Bid:
0 Family
$15 Individual, $3
Host(s): Tree & Suzette Southfox, Doug Lathrop, and Rev. Kathleen Owens
View 2 or 3 episodes of the Joss Whedon cult favorite television show Firefly and hear a talk by Rev. Kathleen Owens
on Life after the Apocalypse as seen through Firefly. Joss Whedon is an American screenwriter, film and television producer, director, comic book author, composer, and actor who is best known as the creator of the television series Buffy
the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Firefly and Dollhouse. Firefly is an American space western drama set in the year 2517, after
the arrival of humans in a new star system. The show follows the adventures of the renegade crew of a "Firefly-class"
spaceship and explores the lives of some people who fought on the losing side of a civil war and others who now make
a living on the outskirts of society. According to Whedon's vision, "nothing will change in the future: technology will
advance, but we will still have the same political, moral, and ethical problems as today. Nonalcoholic beverages and
gourmet nachos will be served.
E-mail: szsouthfox@gmail.com
Phone: 619-398-4436
Date: 10/26/2013
Time: 6:00 to 9:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 50
Location: Hillcrest Campus—Bard Hall
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
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#326 Paper Party
Starting Bid
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Host(s): Laura and Karen Ball
Come create paper crafts with us. Possibilities include origami, paper
weaving, pop-ups, paper sculpture, and quilling. It will be a good time of
year for making holiday cards and Christmas tree ornaments, but we won't
limit ourselves. Let your imagination run wild! We'll provide samples and
books for inspiration, tons of fun paper and other supplies, snacks, and tea.
Date: 11/9/2013
Time: 2:00 to 4:00 PM
E-mail: earlyworm@sbcglobal.net
Phone: 619-265-0854
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: College Area
Wheelchair Accessible: No
#327 Sunday Afternoon with Mo'olelo
Host(s): Kay Chandler and friends
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 50
The Amish Project, a play by Jessica Dickey. In the wake of a mass shooting in an Amish
schoolhouse, the Amish community immediately reached out to the shooter’s family with
compassion. The Amish Project is an extraordinary, fictional, one-woman play inspired by
the 2006 Nickel Mines shooting. In the tightrope intersection of grief, rage, forgiveness,
which path do you take? There will be a reception and discussion afterwards for our group
with refreshments, wine, and special guests who will talk with us about the play and about
compassion. See http://moolelo.net/ for more information about the theatre where this
event will take place.
E-mail: uucasey@hotmail.com
Phone: 858-945-3781
Date: 10/6/2013
Time: 2:-00PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 100
Location: Downtown
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#328 Murder Mystery Dinner
Host(s): Deirdre Lonergan and James and Elias Malouf
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Visit the old manor house on the hill for a night of intrigue, dastardly
deeds, and sleuthing. Auction winners can sign up to play a character
(costumes and props encouraged) or arrive as one of the detectives on
the scene. We'll eat finger foods and soups and puzzle through a series of
clues. Young folks welcome, but families should be comfortable with
themes such as murder, blackmail, and adultery. (Note, event will be held
at the home of Suzette and Tree Southfox.)
Date: 9/28/2013
Time: 6:00 PM
E-mail: deirdre@deirdre.com
Phone: 619 261 8474
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No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: City Heights
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Specialty Events
#329 This Old House Progressive Dinner
Host(s): Susan Riegel Harding, Betty & Steve Ball, Carol Elliott, and Sylvia Ollinger
Visit three historic homes and learn their history over dinner in
the neighborhoods of Kensington, Burlingame, and Banker’s Hill.
We’ll have appetizers in Susan’s Spanish-style home in Kensington,
a main course of salmon
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Date: 9/14/2013
Time: 4:00 to 8:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: Kensington, Burlingame, and Banker’s Hill
Wheelchair Accessible: No
E-mail: sjolling06@hotmail.com
Phone: 858-689-9185
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#401 One Week Vacation In Costa Rica!
Host(s): Dave Hunt & Toni Turbyfill
Have you ever been to Costa Rica? If not, someone you know has and will tell you it's
fabulous. All you need is a passport, a pair of shorts, a shirt, and sandals. Think tropical, lush paradise where you can see wildlife like monkeys and Coatimundis without
going to a zoo! The people of Costa Rica are friendly, educated, the roads are excellent,
and there are endless places to visit and things to do. Toni and Dave just purchased a
villa near Domincal in a safe, easy-to-get-to gated community, walking distance to the
ocean. The resort town of Manuel Antonio and its famous National Park is just a 40
minute drive up the coast. We are donating a one week stay at our two bedroom villa
(with small, private pool) at any time you can travel and it's available (maximum 4 people). We will also help you with other places to visit, transportation tips, and more.
Our villa is located in Canto Del Mar. For more information visit www.villarental.com/
villas/canto-del-mar.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: uusancal@san.rr.com
Phone: 858-945-4825
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Domincal, Costa Rica
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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#402 A Week Away at Big Bear! (for up to 6)
Host(s): Benita Berkson
I am offering a one week get away at my Big Bear Cabin. It sleeps 6 friendly people
in two bedrooms and the hide-a-bed in the living area. It is located on the slopes 5
minutes away from the lake and ski slopes. There are two decks
(front and rear) and a fireplace. Please bring your own towels
and linens. We will agree on dates that work for you and the
availability.
E-mail: 4benita@cox.net
Phone: 619-994-0993
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Big Bear
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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#501 Scripps Oceanography Tour For You And Up To 7
Host(s): Kirk Gardner and Carole Courlang
What really goes on at one of the world's largest, oldest and most important environmental
research institutions? See where global warming was discovered, walk out on the pier and
see the inside of a research aquarium, all presented by Scripps Docent, Kirk
Gardner - and - enjoy a walking salad prepared by Carole Courlang. This
fantastic tour is a great holiday gift idea because each of the two winning
bidders can bring along up to 7 others. Our beloved Bonny Russell said she
really enjoyed Kirk's tour when she attended. Each of the two winning bidders can select a date that works best for them.
Date: To Be Arranged
E-mail: kigardner001@gmail.com
Phone: 619-540-4876
#502 A Safari to Africa
Host(s): Alice & Doug Diamond
No. of Winning Bidders: 2
Location: La Jolla
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Starting Bid
: $ 80
Buy It Now
: $ 200
A Photo Caravan to the wilds of Africa, but only a short drive away at San Diego Zoo
Safari Park (formerly known as the Wild Animal Park). A chance to travel in a safari
truck into the heart of the field exhibits, take wonderful pictures with animals that are at
times just inches from your camera lens, and hear trained biologists talk about the flora
and fauna. All of this is followed by a hosted picnic lunch (including wine and beer!).
Your winning bid consists of entrance to the park, free parking, tour, lunch and
admission for the entire day. The Park charges approximately $200 for this, and
that doesn’t include lunch and several other extras. Just ask anyone who has been
on this outing in the past how special a day it is! This event is so much fun that
several people have taken it for a second time.
E-mail: atdiamond@aol.com
Phone: 858-488-3228
Date: 11/2/2013
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: San Diego Zoo's Safari Park
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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Auction Days
Sundays: May 5, May 12, and May 19.
Don’t forget your Bidding Number
on Auction Day!
Write it Down Here:
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#503 Visit Anza Borrego State Park to View the Metal Sculptures
Host(s): Lois Day
We carpool and caravan to the desert. First to the Visitor Center and then lunch
in a choice of restaurants. Then on to the 100+ life-sized prehistoric animals
who lived there (some fanciful). Lois will tell the extraordinary story of the
“accidental artist” who created them and the man on whose properties they are
scattered on.
E-mail: Bonaday1@gmail.com
Phone: 619-280-1747
No. of Winning Bidders: 20
Location: Anza-Borrego
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Date: 10/19/2013
Time: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
#504 SDSU Bell Tower Tour and Carillon Demo
Host(s): Carolyn & Peter Woodbury
Starting Bid
: $ 20
Buy It Now
: $ 40
Private tour of the Hardy Memorial Tower and demonstration of the Fletcher Symphonic
Carillon inside. You must be able to climb up 16 stairs to enjoy this special one of a kind
event. The tour will be given by Terry O'Donnell from SDSU Music Department. Details
for meeting and carpooling will be given to the lucky top 10 bidders. Those who wish may
join us afterwards for Dutch treat dinner nearby. This event is the week after the bidding
ends, so mark your calendar and save the date.
Date: 5/25/2013
Time: 3:30 PM
E-mail: cbwoodbury@cox.net
Phone: 619-397-0993
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No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: SDSU Campus
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Hikes, Tours, and Family Fun
#505 Ramona Valley Wineries Tour
Host(s): Sally and Steve Spero
Starting Bid
: $ 40
Buy It Now
: $ 80
Enjoy a day of wine tasting at four small family-owned wineries, most only
available by appointment. Let us be your guides and avoid mega-crowds,
bachelorette parties, and bad wine. We will provide a delicious picnic lunch
for you to enjoy as you overlook beautiful country scenery. We will drive
and, of course, cover the tasting fees.
E-mail: salspero753@gmail.com
Phone: 619-667-5348
No. of Winning Bidders: 2
Location: Ramona Valley
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Date: 6/8/2013
Time: Late Morning to Late Afternoon
#506 Ramona Valley Wine Tasting Adventure (Fall)
Starting Bid
: $ 70
Host(s): Barbara and Danny Keiller
Date: 10/12/2013
Time: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
E-mail: barbara@keiller.net
Phone: 619-223-2784
No. of Winning Bidders: 4
Location: Ramona Valley
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Join Barbara and Danny Keiller for an introduction to the blossoming Ramona Wine
Country. The day’s adventure begins when you are picked up at your home around
9:00 AM. Participants will sample wine made with estate-grown grapes at five family
-operated wineries. The adventure includes a deli lunch along with snacks at Salerno
Winery before departing the valley and heading back to San Diego by 6:00 PM.
Starting Bid
: $ 70
#507 Ramona Valley Wine Tasting Adventure (Spring)
Host(s): Barbara and Danny Keiller
Date: 3/1/2014
Time: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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#508 Japanese Friendship Garden After Hours Tour
then Margaritas & Tasty Treats
Host(s): Joan Cudhea & Tomas Firle, Dave Hunt & Toni Turbyfill
Most people have been to Balboa Park and its many museums. But few are familiar with one of the
gems of the park—the Japanese Friendship Garden, also known as San Kei En (Three Scene Garden). Tucked on a spit of land next to the Organ Pavilion just below the Prado Restaurant, this
lovely 2‐acre garden includes a strolling garden, a dry Zen‐style frame garden, a Koi Pond with
Turtle Island, and other exquisite features. The 9-acre canyon expansion will be open and flowering
cherries in full bloom will enchant you. Since Joan is a Docent at San Kei En, you will be treated to
details and stories that you would otherwise miss, and we will have the park to ourselves as it
closes at 4:00 PM to the general public. Following the tour, we will drive back to church where
Dave Hunt and Toni Turbyfill will mix their famous Margaritas. Wine, iced green tea, and soft
drinks will also be available, along with a variety of hors d'oeuvres, where we can relax and enjoy a
peaceful afternoon with our UU friends, new and old. Note: Meet at the Church parking lot to
carpool no later than 3:45 PM, or meet at the entrance to the Japanese Friendship Garden at 4:00
PM. Latecomers will skip the canyon portion of the tour, but will still enjoy the exquisite upper
garden.
Date: 3/13/2014
Time: 4:00 to 7:30 PM
E-mail: jcudhea@earthlink.net
Phone: 858‐272‐4118
No. of Winning Bidders: 16
Location: Balboa Park
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Can’t Make It to One or All of the Auction Days?
We are able to bid on your behalf.
Contact Sylvia Ollinger at 858-689-9185 or
by e-mail to sjolling06@hotmail.com
to find out more or to place your bid with her.
All proceeds go to the Church and portions that exceed the fair
market value of the event may be tax deductible.
Consult your tax advisor as needed.
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Hikes, Tours, and Family Fun
#509 A Mindfulness Hike
Host(s): Nancy Jungling
Starting Bid
: $ 20
Buy It Now
: $ 45
Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "In nature we return to reason and faith." This is a
guided hike led by a Sierra Club outings leader. We will enjoy a peaceful, mindful walk through one of East County's beautiful wilderness locations while exploring several activities to reconnect with nature and our own heart whispers. Sign
up for you and some of your friends (10 total winning bids available), and experience the collective energy of a group meditation outdoors. Healthy trail snacks
will be provided, with creative activities to inspire your senses along the way.
Date: 3/22/2014
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 AM
E-mail: nancyjungling@gmail.com
Phone: 619-787-4622
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Location: East County
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#510 California Impressionists at the Irvine Museum
Host(s): Steve Howard & Beverly Brown
This is an all-day outing to Irvine. We don't know what will be
showing in October, but it will be from their collection of California Impressionists. Most of the paintings will be of familiar
California scenes. We will gather at our house in University City
at 10 a.m. and carpool to Irvine, which takes a little over an hour.
The Irvine Museum is small, so we will spend about an hour enjoying the paintings. Then, lunch at an inexpensive deli nearby
(not provided by the hosts). We should be back by 4 p.m.
Museum web site is http://www.irvinemuseum.org/
E-mail: Steve@san.rr.com
Phone: 858-558-1989
Date: 10/12/2013
Time: 10:00 AM
No. of Winning Bidders: 20
Location: Irvine
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#511 A Walk in the Park
Host(s): Kathleen Owens & Jan Gallo
Starting Bid
: $ 40
Join Rev. Kathleen Owens and Jan Gallo for a picnic lunch (we
provide) and tour of Balboa Park and one of its museums.
We'll meet at 12:30 for a picnic lunch and then a leisurely
walk through the park and a museum. Participants must be
comfortable for walking (or traveling in a wheelchair) for up
to three hours.
Date: 10/19/2013
Time: 12:30 to 4:00 PM
E-mail: kathleen@firstuusandiego.org
Phone: 619-298-9978
No. of Winning Bidders: 15
Location: Balboa Park
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
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#512 Anza-Borrego Wildflower Campout
Host(s): Bob & Lisa Hartman
Starting Bid
: $ 40
Buy It Now
: $ 100
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is the largest state park in the United States and is
recognized as both a National Landmark and World Bio-Sphere Reserve. We will set
up a base camp at the group campground at Palm Canyon near Borrego Springs.
This is the best time of the year to experience the wildflower bloom in the desert.
There are nearby trails for hiking. Dinner and breakfast are provided. All you need
are your boots, hat and sleeping bag. You can bring a tent if you wish but it is not
required.
Date: 3/15/2014
Time: 8:00 AM
No. of Winning Bidders: 25
Location: Borrego Springs
Wheelchair Accessible: No
E-mail: rwhartman@cox.net
Phone: 619-226-6684
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#513 Lawn Bowling in the Park
Host(s): Alan & Janet Nicol and Robert McMahon & Marcia Biller
Lawn bowling lesson and game, followed by
pizza and drinks (root beer, soda).
Date: 9/14/2013
Time: 3:00 to 6:00 PM
E-mail: mpbiller@cox.net
Phone: 619-543-1122
No. of Winning Bidders: 20
Location: Balboa Park
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#514 Whispering Oaks Experience
Host(s): Kathleen Russum and Robie & Ray Evans
Starting Bid:
$ 15
Buy It Now: $
40
Come and enjoy these spectacular 40 acres of wilderness that Robie's great-grandparents and great-great aunt
homesteaded in 1917. The trickling riverbed of the Sweetwater River runs through the property and makes nice
viewing or exploring from the homebase. It is a private, peaceful and relaxing spot where the only thing viewable
are mountains, wildflowers and birds. The river trickles through huge slabs of granite hills and the family motto is
"Don't run on the rocks!" The fall is hard on the head and other miscellaneous bones. The risk is yours. For the
hearty hikers, we will have a group hike up to Loveland Reservoir Dam along an old road where vehicles no longer
travel. Late morning snacks and an afternoon barbecue will be prepared by Chef Ray. The non-hikers can hang out
at homebase overlooking the riverbed and just "chill out." We hear there will be a storyteller present to tell of the
old days! It's a place we call the "middle of nowhere" and means a lot to us. There is no electricity or running water, but there is a 37' RV with a generator, water and toilet! This event sold out last year! Bid early!!
E-mail: raevans@cox.net
Phone: 619-464-3513
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Date: 5/10/2014
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 25
Location: Dehesa Area
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
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#515 Borrego Springs Gourmet Lunch and Geology Tour
Host(s): Caroline & Donald Stewart
Arrive at Borrego Springs "Casa Coyote", our Borrego Springs home, at 9AM for
a breakfast. Then embark with us in our 4 wheel vehicles for a driving tour of
the Borrego Springs hidden geological sites. We will provide a lunch along the
way. Return to our Casa for light desserts. You are only responsible for your
transportation to and from Borrego. Some people drive out that morning and
other come the night before and arrange for lodging. We will let everyone know
who is coming to facilitate car pool opportunities.
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: Borrego Springs
Wheelchair Accessible: Limited
Date: 10/12/2013
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
E-mail: crstewart@ucsd.edu
Phone: 619-543-6054
#516 Walking tour of UCSD’s Stuart Collection
Host(s): Everett Howe & Isabella Furth
Starting Bid
: $ 25
Buy It Now
: $ 60
Like art? Like walks? Enjoy a walking tour of the highlights of UC San Diego's Stuart
Collection ( http://stuartcollection.ucsd.edu ) and other sites of interest on campus, led
by Everett Howe, who has been a visiting scholar at UCSD since the 1990s. Among
other things, we'll see sculptures, mosaics, a giant stone book, a house fallen from the
sky, and a snake that will lead us to the tree of knowledge. The walk is about 3 miles
on smooth paths, but there are some hills. After our walk we will have a vegetarianfriendly picnic lunch, including salads, Bella's famous Spanish tortilla, and some of
Everett's desserts. Suitable for children over 8. years old.
E-mail: furth@san.rr.com
Phone: 858-538-4324
Starting Bid:
$10/person
$40/family
Buy It Now:
$20/person
$80/family
Date: 9/14/2013
Time: 3:00 to 7:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: UCSD Campus
Wheelchair Accessible: No
#517 Mary Ann’s Annual Pool Party and Lunch
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Host(s): Mary Ann & Hilliard Harper
In the mood for a cool swim or a soothing soak in the jacuzzi? Come hang
out under shade trees, overlooking a canyon. Or splash in our pool, enjoy our
pool toys, and munch away on a bountiful lunch.
Date: 7/13/2013
Time: 12:00 to 4:00 PM
E-mail: hilliard_maryann@att.net
Phone: 858-566-8740
No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: Scripps Ranch
Wheelchair Access: No
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#601 Party Pinochle (July)
Starting Bid
: $ 15
Buy It Now
: $ 35
Host(s): Bobbi Karpinski
Date: 7/14/2013
Time: 2:00 to 5:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 6
Location: Tierrasanta
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
If cards are your "thing," please join us for
a fun afternoon of friendly double-deck
pinochle and snacks! We do recommend
that you have played pinochle before even if it was 20 years ago!
E-mail: bobbikarpinski@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-819-8594
#602 Party Pinochle (January)
Bid: $ 15
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Host(s): Bobbi Karpinski
Date: 1/26/2014
Time: 2:00 to 5:00 PM
#603 Pizza and Board Games
Host(s): Carolyn Woodbury
Put your favorite toppings on your own pizza, help yourself to
a salad or soup and enjoy! After dinner, circle around a table
to play your favorite board game or try something new!
Games for all ages. WiFi available if your child prefers online
games. Dessert will be served around 8:30 PM if you still have
room.
Date: 9/28/2013
Time: 6:00 to 9:00 PM
E-mail: cbwoodbury@cox.net
Phone: 619-397-0993
No. of Winning Bidders: 20
Location: Chula Vista
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
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Play Time and Family Fun
#604 Deluxe Game Night in Kensington (July)
Host(s): Susan Harding, Peggy Holl and friends
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 55
This Dining For Dollars 7th annual game night extravaganza will include many of your favorite games. We will play Boggle at one table, Skippo, Sudoku, Dominos, Rummykub and
Sequence at other tables. We will have some kind of scoring plan and have both a winner
(adult and kids) and a booby prize for an adult. We'll ring a bell so people get to move
every so often and try at least 4 tables with different people. We'll have heavy hors d'oeuvres on the dining room table during play time with drinks on the front and back patios. Dinner will be served
after games. Everyone has fun and no one goes home hungry! Please be sure to bring a sun hat and wrap for
changes in temperature. Editors note: An event at Susan's lovely home in Kensington is quite special and this
one is always a lot of fun.
Date: 7/20/2013
Time: 5:00 PM
E-mail: ssrh41@cox.net
Phone: 619-281-3815
No. of Winning Bidders: 26
Location: Kensington
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#605 Puzzle Night
Host(s): Michael Goulet & Valerie Jaques
Starting Bid
: $ 25
Buy It Now
: $ 45
Come join us in the country at Chalice Ranch for pizza, puzzles, and conversation. We are located in the
Lawson Valley community of Jamul, nestled at the bottom of the foothills. We have many 1,000 piece
puzzles with a variety of images, from the cute and cuddly to the majestic, to choose from. We will set
up a minimum of three puzzles, and everyone will be welcome to shift from puzzle to puzzle. Pizzas will
be homemade* and salad will come as much as possible from our very own vegetable garden. *We are a
family with a wide variety of dietary restrictions, including gluten and lactose intolerance, sugar issues,
shellfish allergies, and fruit and vegetable allergies. Gluten-free pizza dough will be made as well as regular, and pizzas can be made without cheese or with goat cheese for the lactose intolerant. Bring your
many food restrictions; we can handle 'em all!
Date: 10/19/2013
Time: 6:00 PM
E-mail: hammerithot@live.com
Phone: 619-445-3011
#606 It's an Egg-Celebration!
Host(s): Lisa Hartman and Nancy Garcia
No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: Jamul
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Starting Bid
: $ 25
Buy It Now
: $ 50
Perhaps you've always wanted to learn the traditional art of Japanese Washi
Covered Eggs. I will hold a workshop to present the papers used, the craft of
cutting the paper to fit the egg, and applying the paper to create stunning
works of art that can be displayed all year long. Come celebrate the return of
spring. Chef Extraordinaire Nancy Garcia will prepare a lovely vegetarian
gourmet lunch. This is appropriate for ages 13 and up.
Date: 4/5/2014
Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
E-mail: lisaRhartman@cox.net
Phone: 619-226-6684
No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: Point Loma
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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Starting Bid
: $ 10
Buy It Now
: $ 30
#607 Kids and Children
Host(s): Laura Hershey and Nancy Fisk
Miniature goats! Baby goats if we're lucky, chickens for sure.
Kid friendly menu. Ants on a log, deveiled eggs, peanut butter
on apple slices, milk to drink. Please wear closed toe shoes and
clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Date: 7/27/2013
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 12
Location: Ocean Beach
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
E-mail: GoodDrLaura@gmail.com
Phone: 619-222-5299
#608 Sea Chanty Festival on the Surprise
Starting Bid:
$ 20 Individual,
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Host(s): Carolyn Woodbury
Be my guest on the Surprise museum ship on this special day with folk
songs all afternoon. This includes admission to the other ships and museums such as the Star of India and the Berkeley. Enjoy the lunch I'll bring for
you. I'll even drive so you don't have to look for a parking place. Altogether
a delightful day. Admission, lunch, and transportation from either church
campus included. If you provide your own transportation you can visit the
other ships until they close at 8:00 PM.
Date: 8/4/2013
Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
E-mail: cbwoodbury@cox.net
Phone: 619-397-0993
#609 Picnic & Visit to The Living Coast
Host(s): Carolyn Woodbury
No. of Winning Bidders: 6
Location: San Diego Harbor
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Starting Bid
: $ 20 Indiv
idual,
$ 15 Additio
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Buy It Now
Members
: $ 75
I will pack a lunch and share my favorite outdoor museum with you.
Bird watching, shark and raptor feeding, touching the rays, viewing
aquariums and even seeing the giant turtles that live in our bay. See
their website for more details: http://www.thelivingcoast.org. This event
is for a child, a senior, or a family: you decide. I will provide transportation from near either church campus or meet you at the center (where I5 meets 54). Bid includes admission, lunch, and discount at the gift
shop. We will mutually agree on a date and time.
E-mail: cbwoodbury@cox.net
Phone: 619-397-0993
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No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Chula Vista
Date and Time: To Be Arranged Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Professional Services
#701 Spiritual Practice through Art
Host(s): Marla English
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 50
Join me in a rich day of exploring your inner life through the artistic and therapeutic process of SoulCollage®. This is a process of creating unique collaged cards from your found and magazine images for the
primary purpose of self-exploration, self-acceptance, and soul-tending. I have been exploring the SoulCollage® process for about three years and recently completed the training to become a facilitator. For me,
the process has been a meaningful journey into my creative soul. This process is simple, fun, and artistic;
yet, no previous art experience is necessary to have a perfectly wonderful day and create personal and
amazing art. Anyone able to manage scissors and glue can create beautiful cards and enjoy sharing them
with others. This day will include a brief outline of the process, an opportunity to create one or more
cards from magazine images or personal art that you copy and bring. I will provide all art materials
needed, but encourage you to start saving magazine images that are meaningful to you. Our day will conclude as we join as a group and intuitively let the cards voice their messages to our inner muses and willing souls. I will be in touch with the winning bidders to provide examples and answer any questions before
we meet at my home on September 7th. I will provide drinks and cookies and ask that you bring your
own bag lunch.
Date: 9/7/2013
Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: Tierrasanta
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
E-mail: mje@rohan.sdsu.edu
Phone: 858-571-2833
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#702 Fifty Tips to Speed Weight Loss
Host(s): Elaine Twamley, personal trainer
Starting Bid
:$5
Buy It Now
: $ 20
What should I count? Calories, carbohydrates, fat grams? What is the
pencil and paper diet and why does it work so well? What really matters,aerobics or strength training? Does stress reduction help and how do
I achieve it? Can I sleep my way to weight loss? Does keeping a journal
help and how can I make it less time-consuming? Are any of the weight
loss pills a good idea? (Hint: no.) Should I try a commercial weight loss
program or do this on my own? Here is real help, no gimmicks and no
product sales.
Date: 6/30/2013
Time: 1:00 PM
E-mail: elainetwa@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-303-9387
#703 Loving Your iPad
Host(s): Bob Hartman
No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: Hillcrest Campus—Library
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 45
So now that you have an iPad, what in the heck are you going to do with it? This is an
opportunity to go over the basic, intermediate, and advanced operations available on
this incredible machine. Learn how to turn an iPad into your primary personal computer. We can exchange our experiences using the iPad for personal and professional
purposes. This would also be a great opportunity for you to check out the iPad before
making a purchase. If you have been using an iPad and have found nifty applications,
please share them with us. Bob will also demonstrate the Apple TV system they use for
a variety of entertainment opportunities. Beverages and light snacks will keep us refreshed.
E-mail: rwhartman@cox.net
Phone: 619-226-6684
Date: 9/22/2013
Time: 2:00 to 6:00 pm
#704 Informal Portrait Session
Host(s): Bob Hartman
No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: Hillcrest—Bard Hall
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Starting Bid
: $ 50
Buy It Now
: $ 125
We all know that a photograph is often the first thing that is grabbed when making
a quick get away from a fire, flood or other disaster. The image that a photograph
captures is an instant in life but the memories it conjures are precious. Here's a
chance to have an individual, family or small group photo session to create some
photographs to add to your frames. We can meet at your home, office, a park, the
beach, or anywhere you want (within the metro San Diego area) to spend a couple
of hours getting some great shots. After the session, Bob will develop the photographs and put them on a CD-ROM which you will be able to use for prints or
sharing with others. Bob is taking three bidders for one session each.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: rwhartman@cox.net
Phone: 619-226-6684
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No. of Winning Bidders: 4
Location: Your Location
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Professional Services
#705 Enhancement or Restoration of Four Photographs
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Photo enhancement provides for the improvement of a photographic image to improve
color, composition and contrast. It can also remove unwanted background items or distractions. Photo restoration can improve the quality of an older image by visually removing scratches, tears, water stains and other damage and by improving the color and contrast. This is a great way to bring memories back to life and preserve them for generations to come. You are bidding on four (4) photo enhancements or restorations on your
personal photographs. The finished product will be provided via electronic media file (jpeg)
for you to have printed or preserved as you chose. John will help you find a suitable printing source.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: jcksdca@gmail.com
Phone: 619 335-5327
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: North Park
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#706 Non-force Chiropractic Treatments
Host(s): Laura Hershey
Starting Bid
: $ 50
Headache to "foot feels funny"—non-force chiropractic
can bring relief. (See website SanDiegoNonForce.com.)
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: GoodDrLaura@gmail.com
Phone: 619-222-5299
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Ocean Beach
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
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Starting Bid
: $ 80
#707 Travel Tips from Travel Bugs
Host(s): Doug & Alice Diamond and Drew Massicot & Therese Belanger
World travelers Doug & Alice Diamond and Drew Massicot & Therese Belanger would like to help you with your
first/next overseas/foreign country travel. Where will it be? Venice/Florence/Rome? Latin America? Canada?
London/Paris? Thailand? Bali? Machu Pichu? the Galapagos Islands in S. America? Australia? or Other? Have you
always wanted to go somewhere but weren't sure how to get started? Whether you are backpacking or going
"5-Star" all the way, as a solo traveler or as a couple, let these two wanderlust couples give you ideas to get you
started on your planning and research of your ports-of-call and itinerary, how to get there, places to visit, etc.
A suggestion list of "What To Pack" will be given to you, too! The winning bidders will have a joint meeting of
approximately 2 hours with these experienced travelers to “get you started.” When you return from your trip,
please share all your wonderful new experiences with them! (Maximum of two people per winning bid.)
E-mail: drewmassicot@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-460-2901
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
No. of Winning Bidders: 2
Location: Your Location
#708 Live Piano Music by Drew Massicot
Host(s): Drew Massicot
Starting Bid
: $ 100
Drew Massicot will provide Live Piano Music (up to 3 hours) and/or a Sing-along for
your next big occasion! Whether you're having a wedding and/or wedding reception, an
anniversary party, or a Celebration of Life event, live piano music always adds a 'special
touch' and a unique ambiance to your occasion. If you'd like, Drew can include a singalong for your guests with lyric sheets to a variety of songs provided...your choice! All
you will need to have is a piano at the location of your event (a recently tuned piano is
best for acoustic pianos). Location can be anywhere in the San Diego area. Date to be
mutually agreed upon; if you have a specific date in mind now, ask Drew before bidding
to see if he's available.
E-mail: drewmassicot@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-460-2901
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No. of Winning Bidders: 3
Location: Your Location
#709 Record A Favorite Song (or two) with Drew Massicot!
Host(s): Drew Massicot
Your winning bid will lead to a “recording contract” with Drew in his Music-From-the-Heart home
recording studio where you will record one or two of your favorite songs together. Drew will assist you in the musical arrangement and accompany you on his digital piano (with full orchestra,
or with jazz trio, or just the piano...your choice!). You will sing (or play your musical instrument)
and record "live". Your song(s) can be “rock 'n roll,” a Broadway tune, a folk song, a UU hymn, a
“pop” song, a classical piece, etc. Or, if you have sheet music he'll learn it in advance . . . and you
can record your song in any key you choose! Get ready for your "American Idol” audition! You will
have a CD and mp3 recordings to share with your family and friends.
No. of Winning Bidders: 5
Location: Fletcher Hills
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
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Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: drewmassicot@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-460-2901
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
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#710 Classroom Coaching in Math
Host(s): Mike Dorfi
Energetic male, retired teacher (30 years) with life credential, has retained enough energy to
coach/instruct 3rd to 5th graders in Math. Will commit to five one-hour sessions at your
home or at school. Contact Mike at 619-466-5952 or mdorfi@cox.net for further information.
(Maximum 3 students.)
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: mdorfi@cox.net
Phone: 619-466-5952
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Your Location
#711 Slippers by Joy
Host(s): Joy Gorian
Starting Bid
: $ 15
Buy It Now
: $ 25
Get a knitted pair of slippers for each member of the
family . . . Customized to his/her size and choice of
color(s). Price is $15 per pair of slippers.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: jgorian@mail.sdsu.edu
Phone: 858-541-0789
No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: Tierrasanta
Wheelchair Accessible: No
#712 Immigration Law Advice
Host(s): Katie Spero
Have immigration questions you were always scared to ask?
Need an immigration filing prepared? Just want to hang out
with an immigration attorney? You're in luck!
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Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: katie@malitzlaw.com
Phone: 619-248-7394
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Golden Hill
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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#713 How To Refresh & Preserve Your Favorite Photos
Host(s): Maggie Marshall
Most people have hundreds (and many of you thousands) of pictures on your phones and computers. Some
of you have heavy old dusty photo albums plus boxes of loose pictures but rarely have a quick way to show
your favorites to friends and family. Are you looking for a creative way to share your treasured memories
with others? If so, this might be the workshop for you! You can think of me as a “photo coach” with a
light-hearted sense of humor. I’m ready to help you move forward on something you’ve wanted to do for a
very long time. Going through snapshots can be an emotional journey, and I promise to keep the process simple.
My philosophy is “less is more”! Our process will begin
with a meet-and-greet to clearly outline what needs to be
done, and when we’re finished working together you will
have learned: how to easily select your VERY favorite photos, the space-saver method of cropping, and the practical
techniques of gluing your pictures into a fresh mini photo
album. I have experience teaching this 7-step process at
Voluntary Simplicity workshops and it is a privilege to
work with individuals to help capture and preserve their
priceless memories. Your bid is for a three-hour one-toone session plus a start-up overview. I'll come to your
home, or we can work in my home office in Del Cerro.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: maggiemarshall2@gmail.com
Phone: 619-255-9661
No. of Winning Bidders: 2
Location: Del Cerro
Wheelchair Accessible: No
#714 Hand Painted Portrait
Starting Bid
: $ 20
Host(s): John Keasler
John Keasler has 35 years of artistic experience in various
media. His work is frequently seen in exhibitions in Bard
Hall and around San Diego. You are bidding on an 11 x 14"
Hand Painted portrait by John of an individual of your
choice or yourself, based on a photograph you provide (no
later than August 1, 2013) or of the artist's taking. Work to
be completed by May 2014.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: jcksdca@gmail.com
Phone: 619 335-5327
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No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: North Park
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Professional Services
#715 Acupuncture Treatments
Starting Bid
: $ 50
Host(s): Carol Elliott
Your bid is for two acupuncture treatments, at a time to be
arranged (usual value $100). My office is in a historic
building with steep stairs and no wheelchair access. Local
house calls are available (within 5 miles or 20 minutes) for
people who cannot come to my office.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: carolrelliott@gmail.com
Phone: 619-294-8985
No. of Winning Bidders: 2
Location: Hillcrest
Wheelchair Accessible: No
#716 Flower Fantasy
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 50
Host(s): Emy Yeazell - Petals, Flower Designs by Emy
Decorate your home or church with a unique floral
arrangement by Emy. You have a choice of flowers and
styles.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged Before December 31, 2013
E-mail: emyyeazell@gmail.com
Phone: 619-952-7909
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Your Location
#717 Robie's Violin and her "Band in a Box"
Host(s): Robie Evans
Starting Bid
: $ 130
Buy It Now
: $ 250
Robie will provide two hours of background music for your
dinner party or small event. This is what she calls her "karaoke"
violin. It's just her, her violin and her amplifier with CDs of background music. She will play for two hours at the place of your
choice. She has a wide variety of music - from classical to pop,
from jazz to swing, from ballads to Broadway. The date and time
will have to fit within her schedule.
Editor's note: I have heard Robie play at other events and she is
excellent and a wonderful addition to your dinner/special event.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: raevans@cox.net
Phone: 619-464-3513
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Your Location
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#718 Win Your Own Personal Chef!
Host(s): Ray Evans
Starting Bid
: $ 150
Buy It Now
: $ 300
Chef Ray will help you with menu planning, and do all of the grocery shopping
and cooking for your private dinner party for up to 8 people in your home. All you
provide is the grocery money, the kitchen and your home! Your chef specializes in
many cuisines, from homemade pasta dishes to braised meats, to French cuisine,
and is even willing to give new things a try!
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Your Location
E-mail: raevans@cox.net
Phone: 619-464-3513
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#719 Yard Work
Host(s): Mike Dorfi
THREE (3) hours of light yard work, (no ladders), sprinkler
repair, trimming, minor home repairs. You provide/
reimburse for any needed materials (e.g. sprinkler heads).
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: mdorfi@cox.net
Phone: 619-466-5952
: $ 15
Starting Bid
$ 40
Buy It Now:
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Your Location
#720 Tap Away Your Pain and Painful Emotions
Host(s): Lianda Ludwig
Have any STRESS in your life? Continuous stress can cause emotional and physical pain.
Instead of relying on a pill, or a doctor's visit, you can learn an amazing technique to tap
away the problem. It's fast and effective and it lasts! In fact, EFT, Meridian tapping is so
amazing, that most people think it works like being hypnotized, or mind over matter. But
EFT is based on the practice of Chinese acupuncture that has been used for successfully
for thousands of years. Instead of inserting tiny needles into acupuncture energy meridians,
you gently tap on your own body meridians located close to the skin’s surface. Bring your
pain and your problems, and we'll tap them away! Lianda Ludwig, M.S. is a Stress Relief
Coach-sultant (ask her what that means!).
E-mail: lianda@mac.com
Phone: 520-360-3200
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Date: 6/23/2013
Time: 12:45 to 2:45 PM
No. of Winning Bidders: 15
Location: Hillcrest Campus—Room 320
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Professional Services
#721 Publish Your Book
Starting Bid
: $ 50
Buy It Now
: $ 150
Host(s): Maxine Levaren
Do you have a novel, a memoir, a cookbook, a collection of poetry or short stories, or any other type
of book you'd like to publish? I can help you create your book, for print, and for the Kindle and Nook.
A self-published author, I've already done it, and can do it for you, too. When you have completed
your manuscript, we'll spend about 3 hours formatting it for print and creating a cover (we'll use
your photo or design.) Once the format is accepted, you'll order one or more proof copies, which you
will go over carefully to check for any spelling or grammatical errors, enter them in the manuscript
and reformat. You can do as many proofs as you want—when you're satisfied, we'll format if for the
Kindle and Nook, and then you're off and running with your published work!
E-mail: mlevaren@yahoo.com
Phone: 619-806-9069
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
#722 Oil Painting Workshop
Host(s): Katharine Engh
No. of Winning Bidders: 2
Location: Your Location
Starting Bid
: $ 40
Buy It Now
: $ 110
Connect with your inner Monet! Attend an oil painting workshop - 3 1/2 hours. At the
completion of the workshop you will have finished a beautiful work of art - start to finish!
All materials are provided. Katharine took her first drawing class in 2004, followed by her
first painting class in 2005, and another, and within a year she was completely hooked. She
has studied with Pat Kelly, Cathe Grawin, Kevin MacPherson, Lori Putman, Mark Whitney,
Ken Auster and other master painters. About half of her work is done on location, or
"plein air." and the rest is done in her studio from still life compositions, field studies and
reference photographs. http://katharineenghart.fineartstudioonline.com/
E-mail: katharineenghart@gmail.com
Phone: 858-357-7306
Date: 10/26/2013
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
#723 Basics Of Estate Planning
Host(s): Robert & Donna Shabkie
No. of Winning Bidders: 4
Location: Hillcrest Campus—Bard Hall
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 60
Join Robert Shabkie, an attorney and financial adviser, as he educates you on everything you need to know to ensure you have a
solid estate plan in place. Appetizers and wine will be provided
by Robert's wife, Donna, and will include a buffet of soups, stews
and breads. The event will be held at Bob and Lisa Hartman's
home.
Date: 11/9/2013
Time: 6:00 PM
E-mail: shabkie@gmail.com
Phone: 619-347-7226
No. of Winning Bidders: 10
Location: Point Loma
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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#724 Flower Arrangement
Starting Bid
: $ 10
Buy It Now
: $ 60
Host(s): Chole
Learn how to take a store bought bouquet and make an attractive arrangement.
Just bring a floral knife, pruners, or sharp scissors and a store or farmer’s market
bouquet and your choice of tall or short vase. Appetizers and drinks will be served.
Date: 8/3/2013
Time: 4:00 PM
E-mail: cvgal3@hotmail.com
Phone: 619 420-1354
No. of Winning Bidders: 8
Location: Chula Vista
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
#725 Living Pain Free and Moving Your Best
Starting Bid
: $ 10
Buy It Now
: $ 20
Host(s): Bret Smith/Sali Weiss
An interactive seminar that teaches not only techniques to move better, but live a pain free lifestyle. Our Move Strong Studio helps clients re-educate their relationship with their muscles, joints, and connective tissue. We will also serve appetizers and drinks.
Date: 7/11/2013
Time: 6:30 to 8:00 PM
E-mail: bret@themovestrongstudio.com
Phone: 619-206-7210
#726 Individual Oil Portrait
Host(s): Sali Weiss
No. of Winning Bidders: 20
Location: Hillcrest Campus—Room 323
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Starting Bid
: $ 100
Buy It Now
: $ 400
All you need to give me is a good photo of you, your spouse, your
child or a loved one you want to memorialize. I will produce a lovely
Oil Portrait for you! This is a great deal, as something so rare and
precious can cost up to thousands of dollars. Please contact me to set
a time to meet and discuss this portrait. Sali discovered oil painting
years ago. She dabbled in oils for many years until she realized she
loved painting faces! Along with sculpting busts, Sali has always been
intrigued with the human face, and enjoys both painting and sculpting
them. She is a self-taught artist.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
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E-mail: namaste.sali@cox.net
Phone: 619-519-1188
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Your Location
Auctions are Sundays, May 5, May 12, and May 19
Donated Art and Collectibles
#801 Hand Blown Turquoise Vase
Host(s): Alyse Ford
1990 hand painted, turquoise opalescent Fenton Basket, ruffle topped and signed. 5" x 9 1/2 "
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
Starting Bid
: $ 65
E-mail: AlyseFS@hotmail.com
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
#802 Basket of Homemade Jams
Host(s): Carolyn Woodbury
Basket full of some of my favorite home made jams. At
least 6 different jams you can enjoy on crackers, fruit,
turkey, or ice cream. Ummm Ummm Good! If you bid
over $50 I'll even send you the priceless recipes.
Starting Bid
: $ 30
Buy It Now
: $ 75
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Hillcrest Campus
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
E-mail: cbwoodbury@cox.net
Phone: 619-397-0993
#803 Kid's Kit to Save the Planet from Plastic Bags
Host(s): Lianda Ludwig
Starting Bid
: $ 12
Buy It Now
: $ 25
This is a kid's educational craft project
with booklet to teach your child about the
dangers plastic bags. Two organic Fair
Trade bags and fabric paint, pens and
booklet.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: lianda@mac.com
Phone: 520-360-3200
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Your Location
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Bid: $ 14
Starting
w: $ 40
Buy It No
#804 Organic Cotton Canvas Reusable Shopping Bag
Host(s): Lianda Ludwig
You are bidding on an organic cotton
canvas reusable shopping bag (grown
and made in the US) with an original
design and calligraphy with Margaret
Mead's famous quote, as shown on the
accompanying picture.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Your Location
$ 45
g Bid:
Startin w: $ 195
No
Buy It
E-mail: lianda@mac.com
Phone: 520-360-3200
#805 A Tena Navarrete Original Painting
Host(s): Tena Navarrete
Bid on an original, signed "box" painting (5" x 5" by 2") by Tena
Navarrete, First Church Member and well known local artist.
Tena's unique work has been featured in many galleries and
exhibitions and her style of abstract paintings represents her
impressions of everyday life. You will get to choose your favorite from her selection. See http://www.tenart.com/biography.htm
to learn more about Tena's artistry.
Date and Time: To Be Arranged
E-mail: tenart1@gmail.com
Phone: 858-350-9470
No. of Winning Bidders: 1
Location: Del Mar
Wheelchair Accessible: No
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