Tippett Studio Stop Motion Animation Workshop for 6-8 People

Tippett Studio in Berkeley is offering a day long STOP MOTION ANIMATION class for 6-8 people! To be taught by master animator and long time Tippett Studio artist Tom Gibbons (James and the Giant Peach, Star Wars Chess set, The Madalorian and others) the class will cover an overview of basic principles of stop motion animation, how to create a character, details about how specific shots in movies were created and a technical run down of set ups for the beginner. The class is geared towards adults.

Lunch will be provided. The class will be held at the Berkeley Studio on Grayson St.

retail value: $1200

One-night weekday stay and breakfast for two at Chaminade Resort and Spa

Need a weekday getaway. Enjoy a night mid-week at this luxury hotel in Santa Cruz with miles of hiking trails, golf courses, spas, pools, and the ocean. This is a Pet Friendly Hotel.

includes taxes and fees, excludes holidays

good for one year from issue date

retail value: $450

Private Dumpling Class at Your Home with chef Henry Hsu and Oramasama Dumplings

Private dumpling making class at your home for 6 guests with a light lunch or dinner.

Time, menu & date mutually coordinated with donor and auction winner; to be used within six months of auction date and located within 25 miles from Oakland.

retail value: $1200

Tasting and Tour for 2 at Heidrun Meadery

Since 1997 Heidrun Meadery has been producing sparkling mead varietals from both monofloral and wildflower honeys. Visit Heidrum just north of the Golden Gate Bridge and see the commercial beekeeping operation, experimentation in the cultivation of bee-friendly, high-yield nectar crops and an extraordinary travel destination for worldly enthusiasts of wine, nature and conviviality as you enjoy a tasting tour for 2.

retail value: $90

Create a letterpress edition with Kavamore Press

Work with Thea Sizemore at Kavamore Press in Berkeley to create a Fine Art Letterpress Print Edition: Including assistance in translating your work to 2 color letterpress print 8 x 10, edition set of 50 prints, paper & plates provided.

Kavamore Press projects focus on ~ being human in a digital age and using your hands to craft something.

retail value: $1000

Two Night Stay at The Poets Loft

Enjoy a two-night stay for up to 4 people at The Poet's Loft - a spacious and comfortable retreat with sweeping views of Tomales Bay and the Point Reyes Peninsula. Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, private patio and hot tub. Launch a kayak, go fishing, or watch a sunset from the dock or soak in the hot tub and then cozy up on comfortable couches and warm your toes in front of the wood-burning stove.

Note: Timing to be mutually determined by guest and host. Guests will sign The Poet's Loft rental agreement which governs all aspects of their stay and provide a $ 200 refundable security deposit.

retail value: $850

Dinner for four at Saltwater Oyster Depot

Located in the heart of downtown Inverness, Saltwater Oyster Depot is a sustainable oyster bar & restaurant with locally harvested mollusks and regional wines. Bring your friends or family and enjoy dinner for four.

retail value: $500

Private Wine Tasting at Vintage Berkeley on College Ave

A private wine tasting at Vintage Berkeley's new tasting spot on College Avenue for up to 15 people. We will create a custom-tailored tasting with a line-up featuring 6 wines. Tasting will be either on a weekday evening or weekend afternoon, lasting approximately one hour. Cheers!

retail value: $300