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Nature’s Inspirations: Celebrating the Arts Live Auction Items A1.  Two mixed cases of delectable wines from esteemed local vintners Ridge Vineyards (Three Valleys Zinfandel), Thomas Fogarty Winery (Santa Cruz Chardonnay), Stroth-Hall Cellars (Sapphire Hills Russian River Valley Syrah) and Picchetti Winery (Arroyo Seco Chardonnay). Value:  $250 Donors:  Ridge Vineyards, Thomas Fogarty, Stroth-Hall Cellars and Picchetti Winery back to top A2.  A Walk on the Wild Side Stroll through the woods? Walk on the beach? Take a customtailored hike designed and navigated by eco-tour guide Holly Mitten to suit four nature enthusiasts anywhere on the San Mateo Coastside. Complete with a copy of San Mateo County Parks. Value:  $250 Donor:  Holly Mitten back to top A3.  Enjoying the Sierras! Enjoy a three-night stay at this beautiful vacation home at Fallen Leaf Lake. Located near Tahoe, this deluxe vacation home can accommodate up to six adults. A selection of fine Bay Area wines will be included for your toasting pleasure. Value:  $1500 Donors:  Lennie and Mike Roberts, Ridge Vineyards, Thomas Fogarty, Stroth-Hall Cellars and Picchetti Winery back to top A4.  Hike Majestic Skyline with Environmental Hero Pete McCloskey! Former Congressman and Earth Day co-founder Peter McCloskey will lead a four-mile hike for eight people on the ridge above Crystal Springs Lake. Following the trek, a catered lunch and foot massages will be provided by the Lifemark Center overlooking the San Mateo County coast. Value:  priceless Donors:  Donors: Pete McCloskey, the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council, and Lifemark Center back to top A5.  Afternoon’s Flight Delight Enjoy a two-hour scenic flight over the San Mateo Coast for two, followed by a meal at the Half Moon Bay Brewing Company. Complete with a copy of The Coast That Time Forgot. Value:  $600 Donors:  Don Hertzog and Half Moon Bay Brewing Company back to top A6.  Hike, Dine & Swim Join CGF Board member, Buck’s of Woodside co-owner, and Skyline resident Margaret MacNiven for a hike on the Long Ridge Open Space Preserve for you and seven of your closest friends. Your journey ends at the MacNiven homestead, where food, libations and an inviting swimming pool await you. Value:  $600 Donor:  Margaret MacNiven back to top A7.  An Afternoon of Poetry and Music with pianist Maureen Draper and poet Nils Peterson An afternoon for two in Paul and Maureen Draper’s stunning ridgetop home, enjoying piano music interspersed with poetry. The afternoon will be concluded with Ridge wines and plentiful appetizers. A case of Ridge Three Valleys Zinfandel is included. Value:  $500 Donors:  Maureen Draper and Ridge Vineyards back to top A8.  San Francisco Adagio A two-night weekend stay for two in a beautiful Edwardian-style Cole Valley home hits just the right note. While there, enjoy an exclusive tour of the SF Conservatory of Music followed by a live performance. Value:  $800 Donors:  SF Conservatory of Music and Steve Landingham/Matt O’Grady back to top A9.  Explore the Treasures of the San Mateo County Coast You and up to three friends are invited to enjoy a docent-led tour of the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, Pillar Point Marsh and coastal bluff tops. This getaway includes a weekday overnight stay at the historic Mill Rose Inn in Half Moon Bay. (Sun-Thurs, two rooms, double occupancy). Value:  $550 Donors:  Dave Holland, Bern Smith, Kelly Huber, Marty DeLong, and the Mill Rose Inn back to top A10.  Dine with Congresswoman Anna Eshoo in Washington, DC Enjoy lunch with Anna Eshoo in the Members’ Private Dining Room of the US House of Representatives in Washington D.C. Value:  priceless Donor:  Congresswoman Anna Eshoo back to top Silent Auction Items S1.  Stargazing at Monte Bello S2.  The Country in the City with lunch from Buck’s with Richard Walker S3.  A Basketful of Elegance, Ecology, and Entertainment S4.  Go Green With Your Remodeling Project S5.  Remembering the Valley of Heart’s Delight with San Jose Vice Mayor Dave Cortese S6.  Tour of the Rock: Explore the Infamous Alcatraz S6.  Jean Rusmore’s Wilderness back to top Page last updated September 15, 2007.