"A Second Helping of Life" Auction Items
Live and silent auctions will be held at SHARE's annual tasting event on September 21, 2009.
Here are some of the items up for bid:
London and the English Countryside with American Airlines
Two round trip business class tickets to London via American Airlines; two nights in the luxurious Milestone Hotel in London, and two nights in the Summer Lodge Country House in Dorset. Also included are breakfast in both hotels, an evening at the theatre in London, a private guided tour between London and Dorset, with a stop at Stonehenge. Value: $19,000
Luxury Accommodations in Venice, Italy
Enjoy Venice for one week in a modern one-bedroom apartment overlooking one of Venice's largest canals, the Giudecca (apartment complete with A/C, dishwasher, washer/dryer and internet connection). Available November through March, July and August, except Christmas, New Year's and Carnival. Value: $2,000
Nantucket Island Resorts
A wonderful 2-night stay at The Cottages at the Boat Basin on historic Nantucket Island, with panoramic view of sun, sea and boats. Value: $2,500
Vespa LX 50 Limited Edition Pink Color
A limited edition pink Vespa (only 1000 are available in the USA), with robust steel chassis, large comfortable seat for two, and 70 mile-per-gallon fuel efficiency. The perfect blend of passion and practicality. VespaUSA.com
Abigail Kirsch at Pier 60
Opportunity for four "foodies" to work hands-on in one of Abigail Kirsch's "world-renowned" catering kitchens for a one-day event. After all is prepared, feast on the delicious fruits of your labor, paired with appropriate wines, of course. Value: Priceless
Photograph by Mary Ellen Mark
11x14 Silver Gelatin Photograph. "Acrobat With A Dog"; National Circus of Vietnam, Hanoi, North Vietnam, 1994. Signed and editioned by Mary Ellen Mark, professionally framed by Bark Frameworks. Ms. Mark is an award-winning American Photographer. Value: $2,500
Rao's Restaurant/Rao's Specialty Foods, Inc.
A sumptuous Neapolitan dinner for 4 at this charming, exclusive old New York restaurant, along with one delicious stormy weather gift basket of Rao's wonderful products. Value: $600
Craftsteak New York
Top Chef Judge and owner of Craftsteak, Tom Colicchio, offers a delicious dinner for two supervised by Chef de Cuisine Shane McBride. Value: $200.00
Nobu New York Restaurant & TKTS
Enjoy lunch for two at Nobu in the heart of Tribeca. Then take in a Broadway show with a $100 gift certificate toward your ticket purchases at TKTS. Combined Value: $200.00
Holland America Line… Cruise for up to Ten Days
Sail on a five star, Holland America Line cruise ship and choose any cruise for a variety of destinations. (Accommodation for 2 people.) Your journey will include extraordinary dining, spacious staterooms and elegant surroundings. Value: $4,500.00
Laura Geller Make-Up Lesson . . . and wonderful products
Gift certificate for a one-on-one make-up lesson with a Laura Geller Make-Up Specialist and $150 worth of Laura Geller Products. Value: $300.00
Craig A. Foster, M.D…rejuvenate yourself
One Botox treatment; and one Juvederm treatment offered by the office of one of NYC's leading plastic surgeons. Value: $2,000.00
Jerry Sorbara Furs
A white mesh stretch lamb jacket designed by Jerry Sorbara, a creator, designer and manufacturer of the finest furs recognized worldwide. Value: $1,250.00
Derek Warburton, Fashionista
This 8-hour session with Derek Warburton, stylist to celebrities and socialites, will include wardrobe editing, closet organization, and personal styling. Value: $1,500