Tsti Auction Booklet 2009 Final

The Auctions June 9, 2009

LIVE AUCTION

1. Delaware Delight Spend a long weekend (4 days, 3 nights) enjoying a beautiful 4+ bedroom house just an hour away in New Hope, Pennsylvania. The house, the cover story called “Living with Art” in a recent issue of Nouveau Magazine, is located right on the Delaware River, so you can go tubing, canoeing , kayaking or swimming. Enjoy the restaurants, galleries and shops of charming New Hope, go antiquing in nearby Lambertville or explore historic Doylestown. Date to be arranged by mutual agreement. Donated by Barbara and David Stoller Value: $ 1200 Starting Bid: $ 500

2. Head Down To Hilton Head Take a 1 week break at Jay and Ellen Rice’s luxurious 2 bedroom condo at the Westin’s Ocean Palms Resort in Port Royal Plantation, the premier golf & tennis vacation destination in Hilton Head, SC. Just 30 minutes from Savannah airport, every vacation amenity is at your fingertips. Not only can you enjoy 54 holes of golf at a reduced rate of $30 but you have access to 16 tennis courts and the beach. Bid fast, this is too good to pass up! Donated by Jay and Ellen Rice Value:

$ 2500

Starting Bid:

$

500

3. Foursome at Due Process Have a Trump day at Due Process Stable, one of the most exclusive clubs in the country. It’s 65 members are multi-millionaires and billionaires. The guest policy is very restrictive, “almost to the point of secrecy,” but celebrities and big-name athletes are a common sight. But now you have a chance to play, if the bid is right! Includes carts but not caddies. Donated by Donald T. DeFrancesco, Former Governor Value:

Priceless

Starting Bid: 4.

$ 1200

All That Glitters You’re ready for the red carpet, or even local partying, with this gorgeous necklace. 14KT White Gold .50 TW Diamond Cluster Pendant with GH Color, SI Clarity Diamonds and an 18" White Gold Cable Chain. Donated by Andrea and Jeffrey Bergman Value:

$ 1500

Starting Bid: $ 350 5.

You Deserve a Great Vacation! A fabulous one week stay in Cancun, Mexico at the five star Gran Melia Cancun Resort. Enjoy world class luxury and service in one of the most beautiful beach areas in the world. Your one bedroom unit will sleep up to six. Or choose to exchange your week from the 4400 RCI time-share or hotel resort options in more than 100 countries, including 1500 properties in the US (200 within driving distance in the Mid-Atlantic or New England States) and 100 in Europe. Choose from beach, spa or family vacations, ski or golf resorts, domestic or exotic locales. No blackout periods or exclusions! Valid for any week (7 nights) subject to RCI availability. Expires November, 2011. Donated by Hope and Steve Pomerantz Value: $ 3000

Starting Bid: 6.

$

500

Party Like a Star Throw the party of a lifetime with the help of incredible caterer Laurence Craig and A-list party planner Tracy Fox of Party Artistry. Once Tracy plans and transforms your home, serve 25 guests Laurence Craig’s outrageous desserts. Complete with butler, you can sit back and actually enjoy the party. Dessert party for 25 w/butler and GC to Party Artistry. Donated by Laurence Craig and Tracy Fox Value: $ 1400 Starting Bid: $ 300

7.

Yankees Magic Have an experience you will never forget when you win these 4 Legend Suite seats to a game during the inaugural season of the new Yankee Stadium. Watch the Yankees play the Toronto Blue Jays in an afternoon thriller on Sunday July 5, 2009 at 1:05 pm. Legends Suites are located in the 25 sections closest to home plate. Enjoy comfortably cushioned suite seats with teak arms, the convenience of in-seat wait service or fine private dining at the Legends Suite Club, and fabulous amenities including private restrooms and concierge services. Private entrance, elevator and concourse and access to preferred parking. Exclusive access to the bi-level Legends Suite Club and two Legends Suite Dugout Lounges helps make the Legends Suite the most coveted ticket in sports. Donated by: Howard & Joan Gellis Value:

$ 3400

Starting Bid: $ 1000

SILENT AUCTION 1.

New York City Extravaganza

Spend a weekend (or a few weekdays) in a pied a terre apartment close to Lincoln Center. Make plans for romance, concerts or the ballet, theater, sightseeing, fine dining, museum-hopping and more. Toast your weekend away with your bottle of Piper Heidsieck Brute Champagne. Date to be arranged by mutual agreement. Donated by Barbara and David Stoller Value: $ 600 Starting Bid: $ 250 2.

Tee For Three At Haworth Three of you will enjoy 18 holes of golf at one of the best golf clubs in NJ. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., ASGCA, the Haworth Golf Course has a slope rating of 124 on bent grass and the longest tees for a par of 72. Donated by Randy Karpman Value: $ 450 Starting Bid: $ 275 3.

Fore! Enjoy a golf foursome and lunch at Fiddler’s Elbow any Monday-Friday. Spend a day golfing

and lunching at one of the most prestigious golf clubs in NJ. With 3 championship golf courses, and 54 holes, your guests will be quite impressed by the breadth of golf terrain that the Club has to offer. Designed by two of America’s top golf architects: Hal Purdy and Rees Jones. Donated by Rich and Nancy Flaum Value: $ 550 Starting Bid: $ 350 4.

Take A Mulligan At Maplewood A great golf foursome and lunch. Convenient and beautiful, Maplewood Country Club will provide you with a quick weekend or weekday golf escape. Your spouse won’t even know you’re gone. Of course, you could ask him/her to join you for golf and the delicious lunch. Donated by Maplewood Country Club Value: $ 600 Starting Bid: $ 350 5. It’s a Jungle Out There Go green! Interior plantscaper Jane Brick will do a personal plant consultation in your home, and clean up, prune, trim, clean foliage and treat your plants for infestation. After your consultation, Jane will bring in new plants repotted in containers you choose (you pay the cost of plants and containers) to make your home more ecologically inviting. Donated by Jane Brick Value: $ 225 Starting Bid: $ 100 6.

Meet the Mets! Be dazzled by America’s Pastime when you visit Citi Field during the inaugural season. Enjoy four fabulous Delta Club seats located between home plate and first base in the 17th row to the Sunday August 23, 2009 game at1:10 pm against the 2008 World Champion Philadelphia Phillies! Parking Included. As an extra bonus, if you’re one of the first 25,000 fans at the park that day you get a Citi Field Ballpark Replica. Donated by Richard & Linda Ritholtz Value:

$ 840

Starting Bid: $ 400 7.

Wine the Day Away Add cachet to your collection (or just enjoy something special) when you are the winning bidder for these 5 bottles of wine. Comprising a Vertical Collection of Dunn Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon ’01-’05 , these wines are the original “Cult Cabernet” from the Napa Valley. Donated by Susan and David Wishnow Value: $ 350 Starting Bid: $ 175

8.

What are you doing this weekend? Extend tonight’s great feeling when you enjoy a 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath condo in Lenox, Massachusetts this Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Explore all the Berkshires have to offer – museums (including the Norman Rockwell, Mass MOCA and the Clark Institute), outdoor activities, antiquing, shopping, and restaurants – before the crowds arrive. Donated by Hanie and Jerry Warshaw

Value:

Priceless

Starting Bid: 9.

$ 300

Terrific Time near Tanglewood Enjoy a 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath condo only 6 minutes from Tanglewood on Friday, July 17, Saturday, July 18 and Sunday, July 19. Enjoy all the Berkshires have to offer. You might choose to get tickets to this fabulous Tanglewood weekend (James Levine conducting a Mozart and Mahler program Friday with pianist Leon Fisher, John Williams conducting the Boston Pops Saturday night in the Music of the Movies, and James Levine conducting an All Mozart program Sunday); or visit the incomparable Jacob’s Pillow, American’s longest running Dance Festival, or a theater festival. Donated by Hanie and Jerry Warshaw Value:

Priceless

Starting Bid: $ 600 10. Extend your summer! Make your summer last a little longer when you spend a post Labor Day weekend in the Berkshires. This quintessential New England spot is brimming with culture and glorious vistas. Enjoy three nights in a 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath condo in Lenox, Massachusetts on September 11, 12 and 13. No need to check your calendar - it’s the weekend before Rosh Hashanah. Donated by Hanie and Jerry Warshaw Value:

Priceless

Starting Bid: $ 300 11.

Four On The Green At Raritan Valley Bring your proper golf attire and four of you will enjoy Raritan Valley, one of the oldest and most traditional English golf courses in NJ. Considered one of the best clubs in the state, get ready for 18 holes and par 72! Donated by Senator Christopher “Kip” Bateman Value: $ 550 Starting Bid: $ 250

12.

Crestmont: Another Fabulous Day! We bet you’re dying to come back, now that you’ve seen what an incredible course it is. Bring a foursome on a weekday to Crestmont Country Club for lunch and a great round on a course recognized as one of the best conditioned in NJ. Donated by Crestmont Country Club Value: $ 600 Starting Bid: $ 200

13.

Enjoy the View You’ll be the hot topic among all your friends when they hear you’ve got two VIP tickets to The View. You’ll have a special entry line and seats right up front. See Whoopi, Joy, Sherri, Elizabeth and Barbara and their celebrity guests discuss the most exciting events of the day on this critically acclaimed show. Donated by Mitch and Carla Boden

14.

Value:

Priceless

Starting Bid:

$ 250

Party with the Big Man and Pippa Live! With Regis and Kelly brightens up morning television with its hilarious host chat and A-list celebrity guests. You’re guaranteed a fun-filled morning when you watch the taping of Live! With Regis and Kelly from VIP seats, up close to the hosts and on your choice of dates! Kelly’s endearing personality, quick wit and broad smile proves the perfect complement to the quirky style of entertainment from Regis, a television icon . Donated by Mitch and Carla Boden Value:

Priceless

Starting Bid: $ 250 15.

Dining Around The Towns Take a break at some of our favorite dining spots around town. Italianissimo ($40 GC) is a Caldwell BYOB favorite featured on the Sopranos; the Star Ledger says don’t miss the house-made pastas. Livingston’s. Calabria has everything from pizza to fine dining ($50 GC). The sushi at Millburn’s Sakura is divine ($30 GC). Tinga is everyone’s favorite tacqueria , whether in Westfield, Montclair or Millburn ($25 GC). And if you just can’t decide what to eat, we’re sure you’ll find it when you peruse the diner menu of Nautilus in Madison ($15 GC). Donated by Italianissimo, Calabria, Sakura, Tinga and Nautilus Value: $ 160 Starting Bid: $ 100

16.

Millburn Madness You don’t have to go to NYC to enjoy haute cuisine. Basilico’s brings you original and authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, comfortable and energetic atmosphere ($50 GC). You’ll relish the inventive American cuisine and smooth libations at Restaurant MC, a contemporary Millburn restaurant of dramatic proportions ( $100 Gift card). Donated by Basilico and Restaurant MC Value: $ 150 Starting Bid: $ 100

17.

Lazy Sunday At The Hilton Savor your elegant lazy Sunday at the Terrace at the Short Hills Hilton. Considered the best brunch around, make Sunday your day and treat someone special as this is brunch for two. Bloody Marys and Mimosas are included. Donated by Short Hills Hilton Value: $ 125 Starting Bid: $ 75 18.

Life or Career Transition Coaching Make your life what you want it to be! Address your goals, projects, business ambitions and transitions in your life, relationships or profession and create an action plan with the assistance of a very experienced coach for individuals and executives of Fortune 100 companies. Donated by Susan Orzeck, Ph.D. Value:

$

800

Starting Bid: $

200

19. What a Life! This incredible package from LifeTime Athletic, the hot new fitness and lifestyle club, features four 2 day guest passes, two 1 hour personal training sessions, and a $50 gift card for use in the Club. Free lockers and towels included. With pilates and yoga classes; more than 4oo pieces of cardio, resistance and free-weight training equipment ; designated cycling area with multiple video screen; indoor lap and leisure pools; outdoor pool, sauna and whirlpools; a climbing wall; spa and café; gym for basketball, volleyball and squash; and a children’s center, a day there is like a mini-vacation! Donated by LifeTime Athletic, Florham Park Value: $ 500 Starting Bid: $ 200 20.

“Take Me Out to the Ball Game!” Let’s Go Mets! Root for one of New York’s favorite teams in their first year at Citi Field. Two seats to the Tuesday, June 23 game against the St. Louis Cardinals at 7:10 pm. Your prime view is from Section 16, Row 13 behind home plate. Come early to the VIP Gate, since these seats gain you access to the Delta Sky 360 Club, the most exclusive Club at Citi Field, which features two full sized bars and a restaurant with Danny Meyers’ inspired cuisine. Donated by Patti & Steve Coleman Value: $360 Starting Bid: $200 Pamper Me

21.

You’ll feel like a goddess after RBA Salon in Millburn treats you to a manicure and pedicure, facial and blowout! Donated by RBA Salon Value:

$ 160

Starting Bid: $ 100 22.

No Pain, No Gain Summer is almost here and it’s not too late to start your exercise regime: and assessment and two hours of personal training with Monique Lurie should start you on the right path. After that, you just may need the chiropractor. Dr. Bill Nadelberg of Community Chiropractic Center in West Orange is one of the best. Try him and you’ll be hooked. (3 chiropractic sessions and assessment). Donated by Monique Lurie and Dr. Bill Nadelberg Value: $ 350 Starting Bid: $ 100

23.

Cooking with class

Celebrate a birthday, dazzle your book club, or astonish your friends as fabulous caterer Sherrie Katz leads a hands-on cooking class for 6-8 people in your home or hers. Your three course meal may include menu choices that are Asian, Thai, Vegetarian or Mediterranean, but will always be healthy, sophisticated, innovative and cooked with flair. Monday – Friday lunch or dinner. Menu to be discussed, ingredients at your cost. Donated by Sherrie Chonoles Katz, S&P To Taste

24.

Value: $ 500 Starting Bid: $ 250 Tennis Anyone?

It’s a deucy of a package. Not only will you enjoy two playing lessons from USPTA certified professional Bob Epstein, but you’ll play even better with your new Babolat racquet from High Country Sports. This gift package is topped off with merchandise from What a Racket. Donated by High Country Sports, Bob Epstein and What a Racket Value: $ 235 Starting Bid: $ 100 25.

The Art of Tennis Sepia tennis player etching by NJ artist Debbie Frankel Donated by Caryn Krueger, CSM Art & Frame, Chatham Value:

$ 250

Starting Bid:

$

26.

75

Home Sweet Home

From acclaimed South Orange printmaker Liz Demaree. Liz was one of thirty national printmakers invited to participate in a recent juried show at William Paterson University. Donated by Liz Demaree Value:

$ 150

Starting Bid:

$

27.

75

Art For Art’s Sake

Frame your favorite photo or print or purchase great supplies with a $100 Gift Certificate to Jerry’s Artist Outlet. Donated by Allen and Bonnie Shefts Value: $ 100 Starting Bid:

$

50

28. What’s the Next Move? Lithograph “The Seventh Season” by renowned printmaker Will Barnet is a signed artist’s proof for an edition of 100. Barnet has been the subject of over eighty solo exhibitions. His works are included in many prestigious collections, including the Metropolitan and Guggenheim Museums. Donated by: Lisa & Rob Ozer Value:

$ 1500

Starting Bid: $ 29.

500

Arts & Flavor in South Orange The arts abound in South Orange at the beautiful SOPAC theatre. Enjoy a summer performance of “Menopause: the Musical” and a voucher for two tickets to the upcoming 2009-2010 SOPAC season. Donated by SOPAC Value: $ 125 Starting Bid: $ 75

30. PlayTime At Papermill Have a terrific night out at the acclaimed Papermill Playhouse (2 tickets any performance, Wednesday, Thursday or Sunday evening). The 2009-2010 season includes “On the Town” and ”Smokey Joe’s Café”. Pre- theatre, enjoy dinner for two with a $100 gift certificate to Martini Bistro and Lounge, a chic cosmopolitan eatery in easy walking distance. The food is delicious and the drinks are divine! Donated by Papermill Playhouse and Martini’s Value: $ 200 Starting Bid: $ 100 31.

Long Day? Sit back and relax! Three wonderful ways to relax: pilates, massage and meditation. In your pilates class at The Fitness Loft, learn to release unnecessary tension in your body to help find ease and flow in movement and in the rest of your life. Let someone else help you relax with a massage by Paul Midura. Finally, keep the good karma going with this meditation basket from Lotus Petals. Donated by Meredith Johnson, The Fitness Loft, Maplewood; Paul Midura, West Orange; and Lotus Petals, Maplewood. Value:

$ 200

Starting Bid : $ 100

32. “Buy Me Some Peanuts and Crackerjack!” Don’t miss your chance to spend an evening at the new Yankee Stadium and see what everyone is talking about. The Bronx Bombers take the field . Four tickets on Friday, August 28, 2009 when the Yankees play the Chicago White Sox at 7:05 pm. Field Level Section 108 Row 12, Seats 1-4, past first base in prime foul ball territory on the right field side. Donated by Barry Wiegman Value: $ 400 Starting Bid: $ 120 33. Luxuriate at the Spa! Spa Chakra Short Hills boasts 15,500 square feet of luxury on two levels with 13 treatment rooms, a 50 foot Romanesque-style indoor pool, elevated Jacuzzi, full-service beauty salon, and complete state of the art Health Club. Use your gift certificate for personal training sessions, yoga classes, or spa services! Donated by Spa Chakra at the Short Hills Hilton Value: $ 250 Starting Bid: 34.

$ 125

Luxury should be shared. A second chance for a great prize. Spa Chakra Short Hills boasts 15,500 square feet of luxury on two levels with 13 treatment rooms, a 50-foot Romanesque-style indoor pool, elevated Jacuzzi, fullservice beauty salon, and complete state of the art Health Club. Use your gift certificate for personal training sessions, yoga classes, or spa services! Donated by Spa Chakra at the Short Hills Hilton Value: $ 250 Starting Bid:

$ 125

35.

Knicks Tix!

Cheer New York’s hometown team with 4 box seats to the NY Knicks. And who knows, you may even do some celebrity spotting as well. Date to be arranged by mutual agreement. Donated by Tom and Michele Bass Value: $ 700 Starting Bid: $ 225 36.

When You’re A Jet

Your Sunday will be extra-exciting when you’re watching the Jets live from 2 mezzanine seats under cover at Giants Stadium. Parking pass included. Date TBD. Donated by Ken & Mimi Heyman

37.

Value:

$ 250

Starting Bid:

$ 100

You’ve Gotta Have Art Studioglas, Strombergshyttan, Sweden creates cutting edge contemporary crystal. This egg shaped glass piece with illumination can be yours for the right bid. Donated by Jackie Loren Value: $ 240 Starting Bid: $ 100

38.

You’ve been framed! Enjoy this classic Ansel Adams Print. Donated by Great Frame Up

39.

Value:

$ 200

Starting bid:

$ 100

Revelation Fabulous framed pastel collage by local artist and TSTI member Lisa Pressman. She has been described as a lyrical painter in love with color. Her work “explores issues of knowledge, experience, memory, and identity. I am interested in the spaces and places between the cracks of what I know— the areas tenuously marked by indeterminate boundaries”. Donated by Lisa Pressman Value:

$ 900

Starting bid: $ 200 40.

The Journey Framed mixed media collage measuring 11” X14” by local artist and TSTI member Janet Walentiny. Janet’s subtle use of color, invocation of sculptural elements, Hebrew details and human photographs invites you to explore the canvas.

Donated by Janet Walentiny Value: $ 250 Starting Bid: $ 125 41.

The Knicks Once More We have four box seats to a different game of the NY Knicks. Will LeBron James be a Knick by then? Date to be arranged by mutual agreement. Donated by Tom and Michele Bass Value: $ 700 Starting Bid: $ 225

42.

Cutie Pie Quilt Every new mother’s dream is a hand made quilt for their cutie pie. Why buy a commercial quilt when our Hebrew School instructor Fran Miller will custom design a 40” baby quilt for your favorite infant. Pamper that child even more with a $35 gift certificate and these adorable items from Little Ones. Donated by Fran and Clark Miller and Little Ones, Maplewood Value: $ 270 Starting Bid: $ 100

43.

Philadelphia Dining Delight We’ll pitch in for tolls for a trip to Philadelphia (at only 90 minutes away, the drive is often faster than a trip to NYC)! There are fabulous things to do all day: perhaps the Rodin Museum, National Constitution Center, Liberty Bell or a walking tour of the historic city. Finish your day with an exciting evening when Pamela Horowitz offers a cooking class for four, with dinner and wine, in the kitchen of Provence, her catering company. Pam is an acclaimed executive chef with an innovative cooking style who has been featured on NBC and the Food Network. Donated by Pamela Horowitz Yatvin & Michael Yatvin

44.

Value:

$ 500

Starting Bid:

$ 100

Pfeffer Photos These fabulous photographic creations are by long-time Temple member Lester Pfeffer. Lester developed a technique he called “Oval Inversion” to give his digital works different and interesting results. He had 5 solo photographic shows and appeared in many juried shows as well. Donated by Sylvia (“My Sylvia”) Pfeffer and family a.

Rose

Value: $ 100

Starting Bid: $ 60

b.

Orchid

Value: $ 100

Starting Bid: $ 60

c.

The Leaf

Value: $ 150

Starting Bid: $ 75

d.

Celestial Light

Value: $ 150

Starting Bid: $ 75

e. Brown and Tan 45.

Value: $ 150

Starting Bid: $ 75

Tee time! You’ll never be late for your tee off with this ESQ Swiss Men’s Golf Watch.

Donated by Heidi and Mark Sussman Value: $ 200 Starting Bid: $ 75 46.

Are You an American Idol? Here’s your chance to cut your very own CD. During a 3 hour block of evening studio time at Sound Imagination in Springfield, Ed Kessel will help you produce professional recordings of your favorite songs. A great opportunity (and fabulous gift) for teenagers who want to produce a demo, for instrumentalists to preserve their sound, for dads who have always dreamed of being Bruce Springsteen, or for your group of friends who just want to have fun! Donated by Ed Kessel Value: $ 300 Starting Bid: $ 100 47.

Smile Bright!

You’ll never want to stop smiling after dentist Keith Silverman’s professional in-office teeth whitening treatment in his West 86st Street, NYC office. Donated by Keith Silverman, DMD, FAGD Value: $ 600 Starting Bid: $ 200 48.

Got a Teenager?

The college selection process will be a breeze when you have three hours of college preparation services, provided by Barbara Aueron and TSTI member Elissa Caterfino Mandel of Collegiate Prep. Services might include essay writing and help with the common application, tips for testing strategies, or guidance in selection of extracurricular activities. In addition, take an SAT practice test session with analysis by Educational Resource Center, Livingston (Laurie Levy, TSTI member and Director). Donated by Collegiate Prep and Laurie Levy Value:

$ 650

Starting Bid:

$ 250

49.

Strolling Along

Enjoy the art and dining renaissance of Maplewood with a season subscription (2 seats to each of three shows) to the Strollers, and a $25 gift certificate to the always delicious Arturo’s. The Munchmobile said their Margherita pizza was one of the foods they’d want on a desert island! Donated by The Strollers and Arturo’s Value:

$ 125

Starting Bid:

$ 75

50. Maplewood Magic Experience the best of trendy Maplewood with gift certificates to the clothing, accessories and gift store No 165 ($25), the eco-friendly 3R Living ($25) and Words, the fabulous new bookstore ($10). You’ll love this $75 gift certificate for framing at Mona Lisa Gallery. You might want to frame one of the photographs taken by Maya Photographics at your home portrait session ($300 value). Donated by: No. 165, 3R Living, Words, Mona Lisa Gallery and Maya Photographics.

Value:

$ 435

Starting Bid:

$ 125

51.

South Orange Spree Enjoy some of the best in South Orange, with a $50 gift card to Eden Gourmet, a $15 gift card to Cait & Abby’s, a $30 GC to Bonte Waffle House, a $25 GC to Sparkhouse Kids, a $25 GC to Village Diner, and a glass decanter from Mia Cosa Bella Donated by Eden Gourmet, Cait & Abby’s, Bonte Waffle House, Sparkhouse Kids, and Mia Cosa

Bella Value:

$ 200

Starting Bid: 52.

$ 125

Home Sweet Home!

Home Staging Services are a fantastic way to increase the value of your home. This two hour consultation by TSTI member Lauren Jacobson of StageRight will help you stage your home for faster sale at a higher price! Donated by StageRIght Value: $ 150 Starting bid: $ 53.

75

Party Central

Add a special flair to your next party or event with personalized favors and wrap, designed with a WOW factor! Donated by Gifted Value:

$ 150

Starting bid: $

75

54.

A Plus Parking Spot – Early Service There will be no more parking wars, long walks or waiting in High Holy Day traffic jams with this A Plus, Prime Parking Space at TSTI. Reserved just for you, it’s better than the clergy’s spot. Value: Priceless Starting Bid: $ 50 55.

A Plus Parking Spot – Late Service

A second chance for prime parking (after all – there are two sets of services)! Reserved just for you, so make a grand entrance! Value: Priceless Starting Bid: $ 50 56. Delicious! Enjoy a Sunday – Thursday dinner for two at Antonella’s , where the Venetian seafood specialties are sure to delight. And Lorena’s ($25 GC) is New Jersey Monthly’s pick for one of the best restaurants in the state for its “entrancingly flavorful and beautifully presented updated French cuisine”. Donated by Antonella’s and Lorena’s

Value:

$ 125

Starting bid:

$

75

57. Verjus Flavor Savor the ripe flavors at Verjus, one of the best restaurants for French Eclectic food in the area. Your $125 GC is valid for any evening reservation. Donated by Verjus Value: $ 125 Starting Bid: $ 75 58.

Get Ready for the Compliments! That outfit will go from ho-hum to fantastic when you accessorize with this Fendi purse, a Celeste Jewelers $100 gift card, and a $100 gift certificate for trendy-chic merchandise from Complements, Two. Donated by Ellen and Jay Rice, Complements, Two and Celeste Jewelers Value:

$ 350

Starting Bid: $ 150 59.

Brew the perfect cup Keurig B40 coffee maker makes your morning or entertaining a breeze. There’s an 18 cup variety pack included to get you started! Donated by Lisa and Rob Ozer Value:

$ 95

Starting bid: 60.

$ 50

Sneak Away

Prepare for summer with a $50 gift card to Sneaker Factory and a Timex Ironman Watch with iControl for iPod. Donated by Sneaker Factory Value:

$ 155

Starting Bid:

$ 75

61. Send in the Clowns “Social Circus”, a commentary on modern life, is an artist proof by Roy M. Steinberg,. Best known for his abstract expressionism and representational artistic form, Roy has made major contributions through his work, instruction, lectures and workshops to the contemporary art movement in America. His well-reviewed work is found in corporations and galleries including the Mellon Collection. We’ve included a gift certificate for $50 to The Great Frame-Up as well. Donated by Margot and The Great Frame-up, Livingston Value: Starting Bid:

$250 $ 75

62. Be part of the Community Your three month family JCC membership will give you a taste of the JCC’s abounding activities. Long known for their adult enrichment and center for the arts, their fitness programs now include: 125 group classes in five studios, personal training, heated pools, racquetball courts, walking track and gym, sports leagues and recreation programs, on site chiropractic services and a café! Donated by the JCC Value:

$ 450

Starting Bid: 63.

$ 100

So Beautiful to Me Experience the ultimate: a European facial at Mira’s and a manicure at Kim’s. Donated by Mira’s, Livingston, and Kim’s Nails, Maplewood Value: Starting Bid:

64.

$ 100 $

50

Sparkle Plenty This Swarovski crystal and Czech bead lariat on silk cord, designed and crafted by Sunny Seglin of Green Eye Jewels, will look fabulous on you! Donated by Sonni Seglin of Green Eye Jewels Value: Starting Bid:

65.

$ 75 $ 50

Thinking of a Kitchen Renovation? Get a better sense of what is really involved and what the possibilities might be. A highly experienced designer will work with you to select possible product elements for your home and transform them into a highly detailed kitchen plan with budget for a complete kitchen renovation. There is no obligation to undertake a renovation, and this service can be used for any size project and budget. Donated by Kitchen Expressions

66.

Value:

$2500

Starting Bid:

$ 250

Wine the Day Away Wine Library is an incredible store with everything from everyday drinking wine to wine for collectors, and it’s own wine tv channel! This basket showcasing some of their merchandise is sure to please. Donated by Wine Library Value:

$ 250

Startiing Bid: $ 125

67.

The Great Hall

You’ll marvel at the beauty of TSTI’s Great Hall in the Kip-Riker Mansion, shown in this gorgeous limited edition lithograph Donated by Barbara Lowell

68.

Value:

Priceless!

Starting bid:

$ 100

And in the clean-up spot Gift certificate to Gleason Cleaners Donated by Gleason Cleaners Value:

$ 50

Starting Bid:

$ 50

RAFFLE ITEMS

1. You Clean-up Good! Clean-up the stains at Econowash Laundry service Donated by Jimmy Mason Value: $ 50 2.

The Writing’s on the Wall

Add elegance to your special event with $100 of calligraphy services from the Computerized Quill of Maplewood. Donated by Linda Scharf and Susan Bailin Value: $ 100 3

Print it! Hewlett Packard all-in-one printer, scanner and copier. Donated by Arlene and Michael Gordon Value:

4.

$ 99

So Hip!

Village Belle of Maplewood has an eclectic mix of contemporary fashions for women and girls ($25 GC) Donated by Village Belle Value: $ 25 5.

Mommy and Daughter Dearest

Mother-daughter manicures and pedicures from The House, a salon and spa for teens, tweens and the girl in all of us! Donated by The House, Millburn Value: $ 50 6.

America’s Next Top Hands and Feet Model

You’ll be very glamorous after your trip to Subway Salon ($50 manicure and pedicure gift certificate) in Millburn. Donated by Subway Salon Value: $ 50 7.

Always At the Movies

Enjoy the movies with this Sony DVD player. We’ll start you off with the action-packed “The Dark Knight”. Donated by Rob and Lisa Ozer Value: $ 95 8.

Critical Acclaim

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy these six passes to Clearview Cinemas. Have you seen ’Angels and Demons” yet? Donated by Clearview Cinema Value: $ 60 9.

Your Home Is Your Castle Enjoy this espresso coffee set for 6, picture frame and a $20 gift certificate. Donated by Perch Home, Maplewood Value: $ 52

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Discover the actor inside of you!

Learn basic theatre skills in a supportive, creative and fun environment with an eight week adult or child acting class at the NJ School of Dramatic Arts, Bloomfield. Donated by NJ School of Dramatic Arts Value: $ 175 11. Prime High Holiday Parking – Early Service There will be no more parking wars, long walks or waiting in High Holy Day traffic jams with this A Plus, Prime Parking Space at TSTI. Reserved just for you, it’s better than the clergy’s spot. Donated by TSTI Value: Priceless 12. Prime High Holiday Parking – Late Service

A second chance for prime parking (after all – there are two sets of services)! Reserved just for you, so make a grand entrance! Donated by TSTI Value: Priceless 13.

Tempting Home Baked Treats Dessert will be scrumptious (and easy!) when you serve this fabulous basket of 180 home baked goods. Delectables include meringue chocolate chip cookies, chocolate cream cheese brownies, banana chocolate chip mini muffins, nutella pinwheel cookies, chocolate peanut butter cookies and chocolate covered pretzels Freshly baked by Alyssa Baum Value: Priceless

14. To The Manor Born Use this $50 gift certificate for a la carte dining or the incredible buffets (have fun choosing between the sumptuous seafood buffet, the brunch buffet or Sunday’s family dining buffet) at The Manor. Donated by Hanie and Jerry Warshaw Value: $50 15. Decked out Be seen in this retro-chic necklace from Christy’s. Donated by Christy’s, Caldwell Value: $ 245 16. An Evening In Maplewood Grab a great pizza at Roman Gourmet. Then pick your movie (for 2) at the Maplewood Movie Theater. Donated by Roman Gourmet and Maplewood Movie Theater Value: $ 32 17. Get those Creative Juices Flowing! Summer is the perfect time to try something new or indulge in hobbies you’ve neglected. This Rembrandt special edition soft pastel set and Carson art pads will start you on your way. Maybe you’ll donate your painting to the next TSTI auction! Donated by Alan & Bonnie Sheffts

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Value: $ 195 Dine Italian Style For classic Italian food, try Il Vicolo on South Livingston Ave. It is a hidden gem ($35 GC). Donated by Il Vicolo Value:

$ 35

19. Antonio’s Pampering Whether your hair is curly or straight, Antonio’s staff is all energetic and expertly trained. Finish off your new polished look with a manicure. Donated by Antonio’s Salon & Spa, Livingston Value: $70 20. Too Cool Sling this suede bag over your shoulder and saunter off in style. Donated by Designer Handbags and Jewelry, located in Handcrafters, Livingston Value: $ 120 21.

Get Dolled Up Get dolled up with a makeover at Americana Salon & Spa in Roseland ($45 GC). Donated by Americana Salon & Spa Value: $ 45

22. Someone’s in the Kitchen Kitchen a la Mode has become a “go to” destination in South Orange for fabulous finds, great gifts, and everything to make entertaining fun! Enjoy this summer beverage basket. Donated by Kitchen a la Mode Value: $ 50 23. I’m a Patriot, too The baseball playing Somerset Patriots meet the Camden Riversharks on Saturday, August 29 at 7:05. You’ll watch from four box seats in the 6000 seat Patriots Park in nearby Bridgewater, NJ.Includes parking pass and 2 passes to Family Fun Zone. Donated by Rich Flaum Value: $ 40 24. Let’s Talk Talk it out with licensed therapist Susan Siegeltuch. Anything goes – parenting, couples or individual counseling. 1 hour session. Donated by Susan Siegeltuch Value: $ 125 25. Take care of yourself! Enjoy the therapeutic and stress relieving benefits of massage with this one hour massage from Palm Salon, Springfield. Donated by Palm Salon Value: $ 85 26. Keep Your Spirits Soaring Enjoy this $50 GC to Magnolia’s Wines and Spirits in Montclair.

Donated by Cheri and John FInkel Value: $ 50 27. Indulge yourself! Enjoy a spa pedicure and manicure at Palm Salon, Springfield. Donated by Palm Salon Value: $ 50 28. It’s a Fancy Affair Sister Sam bow-bedecked pleated dress Little Girls Size 4 Donated by Andrea and Eric Gordon, Liric Value $ 50 29.

Clothing makes the Woman You’re set for the course or the town with this Izod vest and two golf shirts. Donated by a TSTI friend Value: $ 100

30. Dinner Made Easier Fabulous oven to table bakeware make your creations even more delectable! Donated by Oven to Table, Millburn Value: $ 130 31. Golf Odyssey A great gift for your favorite golfer (perfect for Father’s Day!). A three-volume set of the Golf Odyssey Collection (2006, 2007, 2008) and a one-year digital subscription to Golf Odyssey. Donated by Andrea and David Baum Value: $ 450 32.

A little something Jewish

Your Shabbat table will be more festive with this lovely Lenox Challah platter. CBL has great Judaica – and other fabulous things, too ($25 gift certificate) Donated by Judy Bernstein and CBL Value: $ 125 33. You Look Marvelous! Enjoy these fabulous salon hair care products.

Donated by Halo Salon and Spa, Westfield Value: $ 50

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Knit One, Purl Two This knitted scarf will make any ensemble more chic. Donated by Rita Miller Value:

Priceless

35. Get on the Fitness Train One hour personal training with Christine Boyer at Brooklake Country Club. Donated by Christine Boyer Value: $ 75 36.

Start your healthy lifestyle Map out your fitness plan with a one month membership to Motion Fitness. Donated by: Motion Fitness, Millburn Value:

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$ 99

A Beautiful You Use your $50 Anthony Garubo product gift certificate and your hair will look fabulous! Donated by Anthony Garubo Value: $ 50

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Bold Summer Chic! You’ll be so chic this summer sporting a Big Buddha Clutch. Donated by Sherrie Binder of Impulse Jewelry Value: $50

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Wellness Becomes You Two one hour telephone wellness coaching sessions, offering you tools for achieving your goals. Donated by Risa Olinsky, M.A. Value: $ 250

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Bedazzled

Stash your jewels in this glamorous jewelry box. We’ve started you off with a contemporary summer cuff and earrings. Donated by Jackie Loren and a TSTI friend Value: $ 65

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The Age of Aquarius Celebrate the sixties with this great coffee table book. Donated by a TSTI friend Value: $ 65

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No More Aching Back You’ll feel well adjusted after three chiropractic sessions with Dr. Bill Nadelburg. Donated by Dr. Bill Nadelburg Value: $ 250

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Massage Me Relax with a massage by Paul Midura Donated by Paul Midura Value: $ 75

44. Baby, Baby Pamper your baby with a $20 Handcrafters GC and this enameled baby bank. Donated by Handcrafters and Jackie Loren Value: $ 45 45. Are You the Next Food Network Star? You may be if you practice with this Ultimate Kitchen Companion! Donated by a TSTI friend Value: $ 65 46.

Warm Me Up You’ll be chic and warm in this Izod faux-suede washable jacket. Size small. Donated by a TSTI friend Value: $ 80

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Put on a Happy Face Try a new look with a complimentary make-over at Let’s Make-Up. Donated by Let’s Make-Up. Value: $ 65

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Who are the First Nine? With unique handmade jewelry and functional art by over 200 American artists, Tenth Muse in Maplewood is a great place to shop. $30 GC

Donated by Tenth Muse Value: $ 30 49.

Italian Eating on Route 10 Now that summer’s here, try the outdoor seating at Panevino. $50 GC Donated by Panevino Value: $50

50. One week in Philadelphia Five time All Star and two time Golden Glove winner Larry Bowa played 15 years in the majors, ending his playing career with the Mets. Since then, he has been a team manager, a baseball analyst and is now the third base coach for the Dodgers under Joe Torre. Donated by a Bruce Gimelson Autographs Value: $75