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This is the perfect respite! Enjoy 3 nights at "The Legacy," located among the beautiful Redwoods in Yosemite. This large home is 3,350 sq feet with 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms and can sleep up to 18 guests. The kitchen and upstairs bathroom are newly remodeled. Skylights and wood burning fireplace in living room and huge outdoor deck with patio furniture and deck. Watch wildlife stroll through the meadow at sunset, take a hike or inhale the fresh air! Located in the historic town of Wawona at the southern entrance to Yosemite National Park.

3-night stay.

Available Sept-May (except holidays) through May 2023.

This beautiful all-leather handbag is part of the Michael Kors Kimberly Tote collection. It can be worn over your shoulder or carried by hand. Its neutral grey and black (leather) with silver (hardware) palate will make this your go-to bag! Measurements: 9.5" tall, 10" wide (base), 10" strap drop.

Tired of looking at your small phone screen or having your kids take your tablet? Treat yourself to a brand new Apple 10.2-inch iPad with Wi-Fi and 32GB of space! Use this bigger screen on the go to read news, scroll through social pages, look up recipes, or check the weather. (iPad color is Space Gray)

Plus! Pick out a case or other accessory with your $50 Apple Store gift card.

Enjoy learning about Napa Valley wines from the comfort of your own home! Brown Estate Napa Valley will provide a private one hour video call with one of their expert Wine Educators for 2-4 participants. The tasting includes three wines from their award winning collection. Tasting packages will be shipped directly to the participants (ground shipping is included). Valid through November 30, 2021.

The Brown Estate label was established in 1996 when the Brown family harvested what would become their first bottling of Brown Zin. Today, an extraordinary diverse audience of wine enthusiasts enjoy the beautiful wines of Brown Estate Napa Valley.

Enjoy learning about Napa Valley wines from the comfort of your own home! Brown Estate Napa Valley will provide a private one hour video call with one of their expert Wine Educators for 2-4 participants. The tasting includes three wines from their award winning collection. Tasting packages will be shipped directly to the participants (ground shipping is included). Valid through November 30, 2021.

The Brown Estate label was established in 1996 when the Brown family harvested what would become their first bottling of Brown Zin. Today, an extraordinary diverse audience of wine enthusiasts enjoy the beautiful wines of Brown Estate Napa Valley.

Get a $200 gift certificate for your next trip with the kids!

Leave the Bulky Baby Gear at Home
Traveling with a baby means packing a lot of stuff. Now, instead of lugging everything, you can rent clean and safe baby gear essentials at your destination and have them delivered to your door. Choose from cribs, car seats, strollers, toys, and so much more.

Shop online for baby gear rentals and have them delivered to your door. BabyQuip provides clean, safe and insured baby equipment in over 500 cities to help make everywhere feel like home.

Enjoy a tranquil wine tasting experience for 4 at beautiful Jeff Cohn Cellars in Sonoma (tasting room moving to Healdsburg June 20, 2021), including two signed bottles and a lifetime Rhone Rovers Whine Club membership!

The Connoisseurs' Guide to California Wine named Jeff Cohn Cellars their 2020 Winery of the Year!

"Many will remember Mr. Cohn as the winemaker for Rosenblum Cellars in its heyday, but he began his own eponymously named label in 1996 and, ten years later, left Rosenblum and devoted himself entirely to Jeff Cohn Cellars. A specialist in Zinfandel and Rhone varieties, Jeff won CGCW Winery of the Year accolades in 2010 and is so honored once again in 2020."

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This amazing 90-minute adventure for 4 people is unlike any wine tasting you've experienced before. The Palmaz estate is located high on the crest of Mount George, offering panoramic views of Napa Valley.

You'll enjoy a private guided tour through the multi-level underground winery cave which extends 18 stories into the rocky flank of Mount George. Guests will then enjoy a seated tasting in a private tasting salon or out on the spectacular estate deck.

The tasting includes five delicious wines and a curated selection of hors d'oeuvres prepared by the Palmaz chef.

This estate is spectacular and exclusive. Post-pandemic access to wine tastings is already a hard-to-secure experience... Don't miss out!

Bidding for this item starts at $250.

This Signature gift basket from Harry & David is brimming with gourmet favorites including juicy, sweet Royal Verano Pears and crisp apples, artisan cheese and dry salami - all in a reusable, rope-handled wooden crate. A perfect gift to show you care - or a sweet treat for yourself!

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THIS ITEM WILL ONLY BE OPENED FOR BIDDING DURING LIVE AUCTION PORTION OF THE EVENT

Nothing says luxury like staying at a Four Seasons Hotel or Resort! With this package, you can stay at ANY of the 117 Four Seasons properties in 47 countries! From Maui to Florence, Bali to Dubai, start planning for your post-pandemic adventure.

For example, with this package, you could have a luxurious stay-cation at the San Francisco Four Seasons for four nights, including parking, two massages at their spa, breakfast and lunch each day, dinner for two with wine, and cocktails at the bar!

This package is in the form of a $5,000 Four Seasons gift card (credit that can be used like cash at ANY Four Season Hotel or Resort.)

Bidding for this item starts at $5,000

Get a one-of-a-kind handmade wooden sign for your home! Betty Guan of SerendiBetty Custom Handcrafts will make you a special wooden wall hanging with your choice of saying or name(s). Your choice of custom "Mom" puzzle, hanging hearts display, or classroom hanging hearts for your favorite educator (maximum of 12 names). Comes with wooden stand. Check out some of her custom artwork at instagram.com/serendibetty

Three Sticks Winery is over the moon for its fabulous new home in downtown Sonoma. Located in a historic Vallejo-Castenada Adobe, they offer outdoor patio tastings.

Taste through a guided, educational flight of their estate Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. Learn about their historic Adobe home and portfolio of Sonoma County vineyard sites during this private experience.

This gift set from the Jo Malone London boutique in downtown SF comes with the following in their signature fragrance of Lime, Basil & Mandarin: fresh room spray, diffuser oil, body & hand wash and candle. The peppery basil and aromatic white thyme bring an unexpected twist to the scent of limes...you can close your eyes and image the relaxing Caribbean breeze.

Enjoy up to 10 teas or drinks - authentic boba milk tea, fruit tea and fresh juices at i-Tea!

Gift card for 10 drinks at i-tea Alameda. Valid at the Alameda location only: i-Tea, 1626 Park St.
Alameda CA 94501.

More info: https://www.itea-usa.com/

Who wants a break from making dinner for the family (again)? Get $100 worth of "comfortably elegant" freshly made food for your family to share together! you can choose of family-sized portions of fresh pasta, meats poultry, salads and other items off Carrie Dove's weekly dinner menu. $100 gift card for use on Dover Dinners. See more at https://dove-dinners-75xf.squarespace.com/

You too can have 3 originally designed koi fish painted on your sidewalk, fence, or the interior or exterior wall of your home! A generous donor has sponsored this beautiful artwork by local muralist and artist Jeremy Novy.

To see more of his work, visit https://jeremynovystencils.com/

Is your child ready to plie', pirouette or eleve'? Your son or daughter can learn from the best in SF! This gift certificate is for 4 consecutive ballet classes and can be used at either Tutu School San Francisco ~ Bay Street or Tutu School Larkspur!

Expires within 12 months.

Get ready for a day of fun and learning with the family! This package includes a family pass for 5 to the indoor/outdoor activity-filled Bay Area Discovery Museum in Sausalito with beautiful views of San Francisco and admission for 4 to the Walt Disney Family Museum located in the Presidio.

Enjoy classic Italian-American fare during lunch, brunch or dinner at Original Joe's in North Beach. Two $50 gift cards.

Enjoy up to 10 teas or drinks - authentic boba milk tea, fruit tea and fresh juices at i-Tea!

Gift card for 10 drinks at i-tea Alameda. Valid at the Alameda location only: i-Tea, 1626 Park St.
Alameda CA 94501.

More info: https://www.itea-usa.com/

Enjoy delicious and fun dim sum for 4 people at Dim Sum Corner in Chinatown (SF)! These cooked-to-order dim sum dishes are prepared as delectable bite-sized portions served in bamboo steamer baskets as a healthier way of cooking, and preserving more nutrients than other methods.

Good for dim sum dinner for 4 people. $80 value.

Teach your child to be resilient and confident in the face of change or loss with guidance gleaned from an exclusive and private conversation (over cocktails!) with renown Bay Area early childhood mental health experts.

Join Drs. Farris Page and Charles Brinamen, both early childhood mental health experts, for an enlightening conversation about issues and concerns of parents, including impacts of loss due to the pandemic, loss of loved ones, and transitions like changes in the household or preparation for children entering preschool or kindergarten. This is your opportunity share any concerns or worries and let Drs. Page and Brinamen put you at ease and give you the tools to parent with confidence!

Open to 4 people (this would be a great item to split between 2 couples or 2-4 parents). The 2-hour event will be held at a private home in SF; location and time will be coordinated with the winner(s).

A current Children's Council board member, Dr. Farris Page (retired) is an Early Childhood/Infant mental health consultant. Annually the Children's Council honors a staff member with the Farris Page Award to recognize their passion and commitment to child care and early education. Dr Brinamen is an experienced licensed psychologist with a private practice in San Francisco and is co- author of the book, Mental Health Consultation in Child Care: Transforming Relationships With Directors, Staff, And Families.

This is a special seated wine tasting with cheese & charcuterie pairing for up to 6 people with the Sojourn Cellars winemaker.

The charming yet sophisticated Tasting Salon is located just off the Square in downtown Sonoma. Guests love the outdoor patio too!

Sojourn Cellars' seated tasting experience allows guests to compare Pinot noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon wines side-by-side, across each varietal from Sojourn's vineyards in the Sonoma Coast, Russian River Valley, and Napa Valley appellations.

Time to eat out again! Enjoy lunch or dinner at the award winning California-Italian eatery, including options from their Neapolitan inspired wood-fired pizzeria. Delfina is located in the Mission district in San Francisco.

$100 gift certificate.

Did you happen to get a puppy during the pandemic? What better time to train and bond with a new pup!

Here are some fun treats and care items you'll need:

Cozy Pet Bed from Globein
Puppy Pads
Leash from Globein
Puppy poop bags
Puppy Bag holder from Globein
Nature's Miracle odor remover/carpet cleaner
Rachael Ray Nutrish Treats

*Adorable puppy not included.

Show your love for Children's Council! This bag of branded swag includes:

- Green Reusable shopping bag to hold all the healthy food you get while telling the cashier about the Healthy Apple Program

- Magnet to remind you that our Business Incubator is top notch!

- Two Children's Council mugs to sip from as you discuss the many parents who have access to quality child care because of your support

- Five Pens to write your friends letters about how wonderful your favorite charitable organization is

- Two kinds of stickers to show off your love of Children's Council and remind you that good child care sticks with a child as they grow

- Children's Council T-Shirt (Choose your size), in blue or orange, a stylish way to bring our Business Incubator up in conversation

- Children's Council Onesie (Choose your size), in blue or orange, an adorable way to adorn your babe

- Children's Council Hand Sanitizers, to remind you of the gallons of disinfecting supplies we supplied child care providers throughout the pandemic

- Masks to keep you and your family safe, because just as Children's Council helps providers keep kids safe, we want you to stay safe

- Children's Council Information folder and brochures to learn about all the amazing programs we offer and the good that you do when you support Children's Council.

Thank you for supporting our work!

If you are now leaving your house for the first time since the start of the Pandemic, haha, here are some things you may need!

- Face Shield, Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Disinfecting Spray, Children's Council face masks (2), Travel package of disinfecting wipes and hand sanitizer -- because nothing will ever seem clean again

- Sun Hat (to hide your home haircut)

- Set of measuring spoons for ambitious baking projects and for measuring that last bit of patience you have left

- Beeswax Candle to make working from home feel like a getaway from the office instead of never leaving work

- WINE. Red and white. (Wait Cellars Pinot Noir (FMV $30) and Foghead Cabernet Sauvignon Blanc (FMV $10), but at this point, wouldn't any wine do?)

- Fruit-scented bubbles for your COVID-bubble (and for making sure that everyone has a sense of smell)

- Children's Council Coffee Mug because the WFH Office Coffee should make you feel good for doing good

- CleanKey to avoid germs when opening doors

- $50 Grubhub certificate because the outside world is terrifying to you

- 4 pack Toilet Paper - just in case.

Get a one-of-a-kind handmade wooden sign for your home! Betty Guan of SerendiBetty Custom Handcrafts will make you a special wooden wall hanging with your choice of saying or name(s). Your choice of custom "Mom" puzzle, hanging hearts display, or classroom hanging hearts for your favorite educator (maximum 12 names). Comes with wooden stand. Check out some of her custom artwork at instagram.com/serendibetty

Get a one-of-a-kind handmade wooden sign for your home! Betty Guan of SerendiBetty Custom Handcrafts will make you a special wooden wall hanging with your choice of saying or name(s). Your choice of custom "Mom" puzzle, hanging hearts display, or classroom hanging hearts for your favorite educator. Comes with wooden stand. Check out some of her custom artwork at instagram.com/serendibetty

Your most generous gift of $5,000 can allow 10 women entrepreneurs to launch and sustain their home-based child care business! Thank you so much for your support!

Your $2,500 gift can build a pipeline of 10 Black early educators in San Francisco through a workforce development program to address the achievement gap for Black children .

Thank you for supporting Black early educators in SF!

Your $1,000 gift can sponsor outdoor play workshops, nature days in the park and field trips for the kids and caregivers in 12 child care programs!

Thank you for your generous support!

Your $500 gift can sponsor 5 home-based child care educators to prepare and distribute weekly meals to the families of the children in their care to combat food insecurity.

Thank you for keeping our children happy and healthy!

Your $250 gift can sponsor activity kits for caregivers at a Play Lab Pop-Up in the community (virtual or in-person), where children learn through play, build resilience and social-emotional competence so that they are better prepared for kindergarten.

Thank you for giving our children the gift of play!

Your $100 gift can provide 4 child care sites with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and cleaning supplies to keep their children healthy and safe

Thank you for keeping our children and providers safe and heathy!