2011 Silent Auction Catalog Continuing Family Stories: The Expanding Nikkei Community Saturday, April 16, 2011 JW Marriott Hotel at L.A. LIVE 900 West Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 Japanese American National Museum 2011 Silent Auction Catalog As of 4/1/11 Japanese American National Museum Silent Auction Rules and Reminders Please be sure to get your Silent Auction Bid Number from the Registration Table. Silent Auction Rules Items and packages in this Silent Auction Catalog are subject to change. Images are provided as a courtesy to our guests only and are not necessarily an accurate depiction of the quality of a given item. The National Museum does not assume responsibility for the accuracy of any description. Unless otherwise stated, all items and services are valid within one year from April 1, 2012. All services must be redeemed by the listed expiration date. The National Museum and the donor cannot extend the expiration date of any service. Read all auction package descriptions carefully as they list specific restrictions. Please be aware. If you would like to extend your stay, you must coordinate with the donor directly. Auction Coordinators do not make travel arrangements. All items are sold ―as is‖, are subject to availability, and have no cash redemption value. The National Museum is grateful to our donors, but is unable to endorse any product or service. The stated value of auction goods and services are good-faith estimates only and are not warranted for tax purposes. Please contact your tax advisor regarding the tax deductibility of purchases and contributions. Any amount over the stated market value of an item may be tax deductible. The National Museum is not responsible for lost or stolen certificates/vouchers. The National Museum assumes no responsibility should any of the donating establishments be unable to fulfill gift certificates. All sales are final. There are no exchanges, transfers, or refunds from the National Museum or the donor. How to Participate in the Silent Auction The silent auction will begin promptly at 5:30 pm on Saturday, April 16, 2011. Guests are assigned a Bid Number to use during the silent auction. Your Bid Number will be given to you at the Registration Table. A Bid Sheet is displayed with each auction package and includes the package title, value, minimum opening bid amount, and bid increment. You may bid on as many items as you wish. To bid on a package, simply write your Bid Number, Name, Phone Number and Bid Amount on the appropriate Bid Sheet. Each Bid Sheet lists a Bid Increment, which is the minimum value by which the existing bid must be increased in order to constitute a higher value bid. All bids must be in even dollar amounts. Bids below opening minimum bids will be increased appropriately. The auction will begin closing at approximately 6:45 p.m. Serious bidders should stand next to auction bid sheets until an Auction Coordinator picks up the bid sheet. Not all bid sheets are picked up at the EXACT closing time. An Auction Official will certify the closing bids, and the highest valid bid will be declared the winner. In the event of a contested item, the last two individuals appearing on the bid sheet will participate in a sealed ―bid off.‖ This ―bid off‖ will be in written form and be administered by an Auction Official. Winners will be notified at their tables throughout the evening. Payment & Pick Up Auction Coordinators will bring invoices to the winning bidders at their tables. State and local retail sales tax will be included in the final bid amount. Any other applicable taxes, licensing fees or other consumer-related charges on any item are the sole responsibility of the winning bidder. All items must be paid for and picked up by the end of the evening. Payments may be made with cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express. Items and certificates purchased at this auction were donated specifically to support educational programs at the National Museum and are intended for use by the purchaser. They cannot be resold. 1 Buy It Now Bidders will have the opportunity to write their bid number and the pre-assigned bid amount in the BUY IT NOW box on the bid sheet. If you Buy it Now you will be the instant winner! If no one „Buys It Now‟ this is a regular auction item. Buy it Now Section 1 American Airlines to any American Destination in the US48, Caribbean, Mexico, or Canada AND a VIP Visit for Two People to The TODAY Show in New York Fly to New York in luxury with two round-trip first-class confirmed tickets on American Airlines. Although we’ve packaged to New York, the vouchers are valid for any American destination in the US48, Caribbean, Canada or Mexico. This package includes a special behind-the-scenes tour (for two lucky people) of The Today Show in New York. As special guests of TODAY, you and a guest will be treated to an exclusive behind- the-scenes tour of the studio, the set, and the control room. If possible, you may have the opportunity to meet Ann Curry and other talent during a live broadcast from the studio at Rockefeller Plaza. Visits are scheduled Monday through Friday beginning at 9:30 a.m. All visits are subject to studio availability. This certificate is provided complimentary by TODAY, for the benefit of a non-profit organization, and is not to be sold or otherwise transferred for compensation. Airline Restrictions: Processing fees and taxes are not included. Advance reservations are required and subject to availability. Blackout dates apply. Please note, Business-class cabins are not available on every flight. Winners are not eligible for AAdvantage mileage, upgrade stickers or any other promotional offer with this certificate. Award letters are non transferable and will be void if sold, purchased or bartered. Not valid on AA codeshare flights. Fees, taxes, surcharges and/or service charges are not included. Lost certificates cannot be replaced. Stopovers are not permitted. American Airlines reserves the right to embargo award travel and change policies without advance notice. Expires April 16, 2012. No extensions. Hotel not included. Donated by American Airlines, Ann Curry and The TODAY Show Estimated Value: $5,000 2 2 Japanese Obi (Fukuro Obi) A 100% Silk-Woven (Saika Karakusa Kisshobun) Kyoto Nishijun Nishikiori Obi made by Shizuka. This elegant obi, with its traditional patterns, is designed to be worn on special occasions and provides sophistication to all kimonos. Donated by Yamano Gakuen Estimated Value: $3,000 3 King Pacific Lodge, Vancouver B.C. Three-Night All-Inclusive Stay for Two Including Round-Trip Charter Flights - June 2011 An incredible three-night stay for two people for June 2011 at the King Pacific Lodge, A Rosewood Resort. This package includes elegant accommodations in a Wilderness View Room, all meals including beverages, open bar, a wide selection of guided activities including ocean fishing, hiking, kayaking, wildlife viewing and cultural programs, use of all lodge facilities and round-trip charter flights from Vancouver, BC to the lodge. Conde Nast Traveler Magazine’s Readers Choice Awards have named King Pacific Lodge as the 4th ―Best of the Best‖ property in the world and the highest-ranked property in the Western Hemisphere. Valid Friday through Monday. Additional costs not included are: spa treatments, helicopter excursions, bear viewing, conservation fee ($225 per person) and gratuities. Does not include taxes and fees. Reservations are subject to availability. Transportation to Vancouver not included. Expires June 2011. (Sorry, no extensions). Donated by King Pacific Lodge Estimated Value: $9,666 4 LA Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs (Premium Seat Package) Four Front Row Dugout Seats: Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 12:10 pm Four (4) front row dugout seats in section 4, Row AA, seats 1-4. Includes complimentary buffet before the game, in-seat waiter service, and preferred parking. Donated by Hiji Bros Estimated Value: $2,000 5 Watch the LA Clippers in an 18-Person Suite One 18-person suite to a Los Angeles Clippers game at the STAPLES Center for a 2011-2012 regular season game. Here is your chance to see Blake Griffin and his supporting teammates play! A STAPLES representative will advise winner on available dates of games to choose from. Food, beverages and parking not included. Donated by STAPLES Center Estimated Value: $1,800 3 6 Autographed Kobe Shoe and Championship Ring Replica If you are a Lakers fan, this piece is a one-of-a-kind item that will catch anyone's attention. Beautifully packaged together and ready to be displayed. Donated by Gene & Vickie Kanamori Estimated Value: $1,500 7 Fourth Row Clippers Tickets The lucky winner of this package with receive four (4) Clippers tickets to a 2011/2012 regular season home game. Seats are located in the fourth row, behind the Clippers bench. One parking pass is included. Game is subject to a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Bird Marella Estimated Value: $600 8 Dancing With The Stars Two VIP Tickets Two VIP tickets to a live broadcast of a results show valid for SEASON 12 Only (This Season). Guests must be 16 years or older. Show runs through May. Tickets MUST be confirmed ONE WEEK AFTER EVENT - no later than April 23, 2011. This Season's Cast: Chelsea Kane - "The Disney Dream Girl" Chris Jericho - "Wrestling's Superman" Hines Ward - "The Super Bowl Steeler" Kendra Wilkinson - "The Bunny Next Door" Kirstie Alley - "Hollywood's Most Outrageous Actress" Mike Catherwood - "Loveline's Lover Boy" Petra Nemcova - "The Super Model Survivor" Ralph Macchio - "The Karate Kid" Romeo - "The Prince of Hip Hop" Sugar Ray Leonard - "Boxing's Best" Wendy Williams - "Talk's Biggest Talker" Donated by Dancing with the Stars Estimated Value: Chance of a lifetime 4 9 VIP Tour of KTLA Morning News for Four Led by Frank Buckley A VIP tour of the KTLA Morning News for four led by co-anchor Frank Buckley.