Jeans & Jewels In MargaritavillE

Casa-Real at Ruby Hill Winery

AUCTION CATALOG

To benefit Tri-Valley Conservancy

Thursday, October 3, 2012 Page 2

Bienvenidos Amigos to Jeans and Jewels in Margaritaville.

We hope you enjoy the food, the drinks, the music, the dancing, a display of Freeze Frame photos and, of course, the camaraderie, but we particularly hope you find some- thing special to bid on in our live and silent auctions that serve as TVC’s fundraisers for this event. Thank you for helping us obtain more easements of agricultural lands, trail lands, and open space lands throughout the greater Tri- Valley to add to our many acres of easements in the South alone. Mary Roberts

Tri-Valley Conservancy Board of Directors

Mary Roberts, Chair Matt Ford , Vice-Chair Jeff Williams, Secretary Michael Fredrich, Treasurer

Ryan Callahan Connie Campbell Jeff Cranor Art Jeannet Melody O’Shea Norman Petermeier Chris Schlies Clay Widmayer Page 3

Evening Events

Margaritas & Tequila Tastings

Cocktail Auction

Table Auction * Dinner People’s Choice Voting * Live Auction Fund-A-Need * Freeze Frame! Awards Dessert * Dancing

Entertainment by Amos Productions

Live Auction Rules 1. Upon registering each guest will be given a bidder number. 2. To bid on an item raise your bidder number facing the auctioneer. A bid will be registered only when formally recognized and called by the auctioneer. 3. Use only the bidder number assigned to you. 4. A bid acknowledged by the live auctioneer is a legal contract to purchase that item. 5. Each person issued a bidder number assumes all risks and hazards related to the auction and items obtained at the auction. 6. The auctioneer reserves the right to reject any bid that is partial advance over the prior bid increment. Page 4

Say Cheese Burger in Paradise!

Please note, we have a roaming photographer to capture candid shots of tonight’s festivities. Photos taken this evening may be used in future marketing pieces and TVC publications. Please notify us if you would prefer not having your picture taken.

SAVE THE DATE!! We’ll be looking forward to seeing you back here for next year’s Jeans & Jewels. November 6th, 2014!

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Sponsors

CORPORATE PARTNER: Beets Hospitality Group

LAND SPONSOR: Amos Productions

WATER SPONSORS: Altamont Wealth Management Friends of the Vineyard Heritage Bank Sunset Development Co.

RIDGE SPONSORS: Bergin Glass Impressions, Inc. Doyle Construction, Inc. Regional Park District Friends of Livermore Livermore Area Recreation & Park District The Independent Newspaper Volpatti Insurance

DONORS: Chef Mike Carey Mark Clarin, Winemaker Corvino Bosco Double Barrel Bar Frankie Bones Band Fred Kowitz & Carolyn Yurkovic Mark & Maria Triska and Lucy Lewand McGrail Vineyards & Winery Rubino Estates Winery Ruby Hill Winery 3 Steves Winery Wente Family Estates Helzberg Diamonds Visit Tri-Valley Page 6

For the Home B10 Wine Barrel Art - Wine Rack Donor: Wine Barrel Art by G Here is an item that you really, really need. Its carefully designed from old wine barrels. It will have friends and family asking you where they can get one.

B16 "Tesla Territory" Donor: Linda Jeffrey Sailors This beautiful watercolor painting was created by Livermore's local art- ist, Linda Jeffrey Sailors. She has been a friend to TVC and the communi- ty through her artwork and expressing the importance of maintaining open space for future generations.

B17 "Cheers" Donor: Melody O'Shea If you want to laugh everyday purchase this print! Cheers to lasting love, a happy life and that your wine glass is always full!

B18 (2) Photo Albums and Creative Memories Donor: Friends of Tri-Valley Conservancy Two photo albums plus the items you need to create a lifetime of mem- ories to be shared with family and friends.

B19 "Valley Profiles" Autographed book of photographs and poetry Donor: Friends of Tri-Valley Conservancy Limited First Edition 1977 (copy # 4017), "Valley Profiles" Autographed book of photographs and poetry of our Livermore Valley.

B20 "Valley Profiles" Autographed book of photographs and poetry Donor: Friends of Tri-Valley Conservancy Limited First Edition 1977 (copy # 4017), "Valley Profiles" Autographed book of photographs and poetry of our Livermore Valley. Auction Catalog Page 7

B23 Bubble Gum Machine Donor: Laura Mercier Where do you think this bright red GumBall Machine will end up? Home? Office? Kid's Bedroom?

B24 Basket, Candles and Silver holders Donor: Laura Mercier This lovely basket includes two glass/silver candle holders and two Gold Rush Candles made of natural beeswax. Do you want a fresh new look for your home or office? Maybe you need a special gift for some- one. This is the item for you.

B31 Foot Bridge Over the Smith River-framed photo Donor: Michael Fredrich This beautiful photo was taken and framed by photographer Michael Fredrich. This photo offers the purchaser a lifetime of serenity and peace.

B37 Brushy Peak framed photo Donor: EBRPD A photo is worth a thousand words. This lovely photo was taken by Marc Crumpler who is a great friend of the Regional Parks.

B62 Enjoy this Gourmet Basket from New Leaf Community Markets Donor: New Leaf Community Markets An enticing collection of artisanal, all natural groceries, treats and beau- ty products from New Leaf Markets. Include , handmade pas- ta from Italy, organic fair trade chocolate and much more! Page 8

Some Jewels… to go with those Jeans

B13 Small Silver Jewelry Box Donor: no info This little box will be great for holding personal mementoes or your favorite jewelry.

B14 Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet Donor: Laura Mercier Simply lovely.

B40 Michele's Jewelry Box Donor: Michele's Jewelry Box A three piece collection….necklace, bracelet and earrings set in lapis, sodalite and freshwater pearls.

B43 A One-of-a-Kind Necklace Donor: Lance Cavalieri This unique necklace from Italy is made of Murano Glass / Sterling Cable and Gold Vermeil Beaded. Oh, the compliments you are going to re- ceive…

B57 Helzberg Diamonds Donor: Helzberg Diamonds Got that something special to wear this holiday season? If you are the lucky one to purchase this Sirena Pendant, 1/4 ct diamond pendant in 14K white gold you can answer yes!

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Just for You!

B12 Michael Kors Purse Collection Donor: Mary McAfee Large Black Shoulder Bag, Jet Set Travel Clutch and Cloth Travel Bag. Need I say more?

B15 Trader Joe's Goodie Bag Donor: Trader Joe's Filled with lots of TJ treats and snacks!!

B21 Cazinha Photography Session Donor: Cazinha Portrait Design Memories to last forever, you design your package with up to $500 in studio services.

B30 Farmers Market Delight and Whole Foods Gift Card Donor: Farmer's Market – Pleasanton/Livermore Farmers’ Markets Yum! A bag full of fresh produce and other local delights plus a $50 Gift Card from Whole Foods

B46 Olivina Gift Basket Donor: Olivina, LLC This wonderful Gift Basket is full of delicious and locally grown and made olive oils, uniquely flavored balsamic vinegars and other treasures.

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B47 A Package of Beauty and Relaxation Donor: Aqua Salon & Spa Aqua Salon and Spa has put together a complete package of beauty and relaxation. Package includes Two(2) Shampoo, conditioner, haircut and blow-dry treatments, 60 minute massage and deep cleansing 50 minute facial

B50 A Gift of Rejuvenation Donor: Fusion 3 Salon Fusion 3 Salon is offering an assortment of creams, lotions and a $100 gift certificate for their products and services.

B51 Aromatherapy Facial Donor: Beautiful Reflections Linda at Beautiful Reflection is offering a one hour of total relaxation… No phones, no kids, no work.

B54 Young Artist Paint Set Donor: anonymous Do you have a creative little one? Let's find out…give them paper, paints and brushes and see if you have a little Picasso in the making…

B55 Girly…Girly…Girly Donor: Uptown Girl No matter if you are on the younger side or the more mature side….you will love this adorable purse filled with all sorts of make-up, turquoise scarf and gift certificates for services offered by Uptown Girl.

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Let's Go!

B64 To the Front of the Line! Donor: Tri-Valley Conservancy Line? What line? Whenever you’re ready to check out at the end of the night, you get an express pass to the front of the line! No waiting for you. Highest bidder gets to cut.

B11 Wine Tasting at Crooked Vine & Stony Ridge Winery Donor: Crooked Vine / Stony Ridge Winery One hour private tasting for a group of 10

B25 Dinner and a Movie for Four! Donor: El Charro Mexican Food & Cantina Let's go eat and watch a movie!(4) Tickets to Livermore Movie Theatre and a $25 Gift Certificate to El Charro Restaurant.

B26 Golfing at Donor: Wente Family Estates Let's go golfing! Golf for (4) players at the Greg Norman designed Course at Wente Vineyards.

B27 Kayaking on Lake Del Valle and a Magazine Subscription Donor: Bay Nature Magazine Two 2-hour single kayak rentals or One 2-hour double kayak rental. Plus a one-year subscription to Bay Nature Magazine.

B28 Dancing Donor: Arthur Murray Dance Studio Let's go Dancing! 1-2-3-4..move it. To the left and to the right...Arthur Murray Dance Studio offers 4 private lessons, 2 group classes & 2 prac- tice parties. Can be used for singles or couples. Page 12

B29 Wine Tasting at Nottingham Cellars Donor: Nottingham Cellars Personalized Tasting for 8 people with Winemaker Collin Cranor and 6 bottles of award winning Nottingham .

B32 Wine Pairing at Les Chenes Estate Vineyards Donor: Candice Dixon Private Wine Makers Tasting for a party of Six (6) includes wine and delicious food pairings.

B33 Romancing Livermore Donors: Court Yard by Marriott, Livermore and Terra Mia Restaurant Let's Go Romancing! Dinner at Terra Mia with a $50 gift certificate and a one night stay at Courtyard Marriott-Livermore. Romance Package includes night in Spa King room, champagne and breakfast for two.

B34 Barrel Tasting Donor: Livermore Valley Winegrowers Assoc. Enjoy two tickets to Barrel Tasting Weekend 2014, compliments of the Winegrowers Association. March 29th & 30th, 2014.

B36 Play Bocce! Donor: Campo di Bocce, Livermore Let's Go Play Bocce Ball! Bocce Ball Party at Campo di Bocce Liver- more for 10 people, includes 90 minutes of court time, 2 Large Pizzas and Sodas.

B38 Through the Cellar Door Donor: Cellar Door, Pleasanton Let's Go to the new Cellar Door! Package includes 2 logo wine glasses, $50 gift certificate and a bottle of Force of Nature . Auction Catalog Page 13

B39 to Sunday Brunch Donor: Castlewood Country Club Castlewood Country Club offers a Sunday Brunch for 4 in the Hacienda Dining Room. (Liquor is not included - excludes holidays) Valid only on the last Sunday of each month.

B41 Golfing at Poppy Ridge Golf Course Donor: Poppy Ridge Golf Course Let's Go Golfing! Poppy Ridge Golf Course - 4 rounds of golf including a golf cart

B44 Wine Tasting at Steven Kent Winery Donor: Steven Kent Tasting for 6 people in the Barrel Room

B48 Bird watching Donor: Yellow-Billed Tours Let's Go Bird Watching!! Yellow-Billed Tours offers a beginning bird watching class for 4. Class held on a Sunday, noon to 3pm, at Shadow Cliffs in Pleasanton.

B49 to Dinner with the Winemaker Donors: Cuda Ridge Winery & Posada Restaurant Cuda Ridge Winery is offering dinner with the Winemaker. Includes Cuda Ridge wines and delicious dinner provided by Posada Restaurant for 8 people.

B52 Cheer on the Shark's Donor: Thomas Marcel, DDS This package includes 4 tickets to a Sharks home game, Row 21 on Sharks blue line. Page 14

B53 Blending Wine Donor: Page Mill Winery Spend an afternoon with Dane Stark, Winemaker for Page Mill and learn what goes into the blending process. Create something that suits your personal tastes while creating the best final product in the end and each of you go home with three bottles of your blend.

B56 Be Brewmaster’s Assistant and Enjoy the Brew Crawl Donor: Altamont Beer Works & Pleasanton Downtown Association Altamont Beer Works is offering the chance of a lifetime!! Spend a day as a Brewmaster’s Assistant. Full tutorial with beer tasting. 90% chance brew day will be on a weekday. Brewmaster’s Assistant will go home with beer and apparel. Take that knowledge & t-shirt to the upcoming Pleasanton Brew Crawl! Value? Priceless! You get to learn all their se- crets!

B58 on a Wine Country Getaway Donor: Hawthorn Suites and Zephyr Bar & Grill Let's Go Enjoy Livermore..Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham package in- cludes one night stay in a studio suite, wine pairing at Seven Kent or La Rochelle Winery, bottle of wine, complimentary appetizers at Zephyr Bar & Grill, complimentary buffet breakfast plus a $50 gift card from Zephyr Bar & Grill.

B59 Painting at Café Art Donor: Café Art Let Go Painting! Six one hour painting sessions and 10% off art piece and mug to paint.

B60 To a Night of Theater and Timeshare in Donor: Kevin & Bree Klotter Let's Go to the Theater in the City! This package includes Two(2) tick- Auction Catalog Page 15

B61 Golfing at Castlewood Country Club & lesson Donor: Castlewood Country Club & Piper Wagner Let's Go Golfing! LPGA Golf Pro Piper Wagner is offering a 30 minute golf lesson for one, followed by golf for 4 at Castlewood Country Club. Valid Monday - Thursday.

B70 A Little Bit of Everything Donor: Jackie Courquett, San Francisco Giants, Whole Foods, Bollinger Nails, Alden Lane Nursery This package has a little bit of everything. Package includes SF Auto- graphed baseball by Brandon Belt, $50 gift card to Whole Foods, Mani/ Spa Pedi at Bollinger Nail Salon, $10 Gift Certificate at Alden Lane Nursery + 4" plant and four(4) tickets to the Vine Cinema.

B63 To a Private Tasting at Darcie Kent Gallery Wine Gallery Donor: Darie Kent Vineyards Gather seven of your favorite people and head off for a private tasting at the Darcie Kent Wine Gallery in Livermore.

B65 Travel in Style Donor: Travel Bug This basket is filled with treasures for the person who loves to travel the world… bathrobes, chocolates, travel tags, and all sorts of other “must -haves” for the seasoned traveler.

All Aboard the Party Board!

B75 Laura’s Party Bus – Sunday, April 13, 2014 Donor: Laura Mercier An afternoon filled with wine, nibbles, nuts, orchards and vineyards, birds and much more as we tour normally inaccessible areas in South Livermore Valley.

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*****LIVE AUCTION *****

B1 Winemaker Dinner Courtesy of McGrail Vineyards, Mark Clarin and Mike L. Carey Mark Clarin, winemaker and Chef Mike Carey pair up to serve an amaz- ing meal for twelve people in the privacy of your own home. Wines to include , , , Cabernet and Petit Sirah.

B2 Cutler Ranch - Ranching experience for one night. Courtesy of Maggie Cutler One night stay at Cattle Ranch for four people. Includes BBQ Dinner, Farm Fresh Breakfast - plus outdoor experiences of your choice: bird watching, fishing, nature walk, mountain biking or relaxing.

B3 Mello Cielo Courtesy of Beets Hospitality Group, Ruby Hill, and Rubino Estates Wineries A wine tour for you and eleven friends in a tricked-out wine bus. From bubbles to big reds, this four-stop tour will visit two award-winning tast- ing rooms, a historic water tower and working production facility with wine lab. Highlight of the tour includes fabulous small plates by Beets Hospitality Group expertly paired with Ruby Hill and Rubino Estates wines.

B4 Climbing Rose Cottage Courtesy of Mark & Maria Triska and Lucy Lewand Two nights for three couples, Monday thru Thursday. Two queen bed- rooms, 1 bath, living room with queen sleeper, kitchen, dining room, fireplace, six person spa. Studio – kind bed, whirlpool tub for two, private bath. Includes complimentary passes to 100 wineries! Auction Catalog Page 17

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B5 Table of 8 for Dinner & Concert at Wente Vineyards Courtesy of Wente Family Estates Enjoy eight Mezzanine Outdoor Dining tickets to the concert of your choice during the 2014 Concerts at Wente Vineyards.

B6 Day on the Bay Courtesy of Fred Kowitz & Carolyn Yurkovic Day Sail on for four aboard 41’ sloop Anam Cara- Swan 41. Includes two bottles of Livermore Valley AVA wines. Departs from Jack London Square, Oakland. Redeemable May – October, 2014.

B7 Perfect Winter Wonderland Courtesy of Tri-Valley Conservancy A trip for two to British Columbia, Canada for five days and four nights at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler, including airfare, transfers and a $600 gift card toward ski lift tickets.

B8 Your Private Party Courtesy of Double Barrel, Frank Shenave the Rahn Estate, And Livermore Area Recreation & Park District You and 29 guests will enjoy a Sunday afternoon in the beautiful Ravens- wood Historic Park, complete with a tour and tasting of Corvino Bosco Vineyard and Wines, tempting Tapas by Double Barrel, and the acoustic folk-rock sounds of the Frankie Bones Band. WOW! Available May 4th or June 1st – Your party, your pick!

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Alden Lane Nursery Altamont Beer Works Arthur Murray Dance Studio Aqua Salon & Spa Bay Nature Magazine Beautiful Reflections Bollinger Nail Salon Louise Bottini Café Art Campo di Bocce Castlewood Country Club Cazinha Portrait Design The Cellar Door, Pleasanton Courtyard by Marriott Crooked Vine & Stony Ridge Winery Cuda Ridge Winery Maggie Cutler Page Mill Winery East Bay Regional Park District El Charro Restaurant Fusion 3 Hair Salon Michael Fredrich Friends of Tri-Valley Conservancy Helzberg Diamonds Kira Herbst The Independent Newspaper Lance Cavalieri Jewelers Auction Donors Page 19

Les Chenes Estate Vineyards Linda Jeffrey Sailors Livermore Valley Winegrowers Assoc. Mary McAfee Laura Mercier Melody O’Shea Michele’s Jewelry Box Nottingham Cellars Olivina, LLC Pleasanton Downtown Association Pleasanton Farmer’s Market Poppy Ridge Golf Course Posada Contemporary SW Cuisine San Francisco Giants Ashley Silve Steven Kent Winery Mei Lia Storlee Sunrise Mountain Sports Terra Mia Thomas Marcel, DDS Trader Joe’s Uptown Girls Amy Walsh Wente Vineyards Wine Barrel Art by Gary Eckles Yellow-Billed Tours Zephyr Grill & Bar Sincere thanks to our many trail sponsors, in the coming year we are committed to Bridging Trails!