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Girls Inc. of the Island City’s

50th Anniversary Gala

We are the Future

Saturday, October 11, 2014

A 15-minute, pre-game field visit during ba"ng prac#ce,

followed by a 15-minute visit in the public address

announcer booth with Renel Brooks-Moon & (2) 2015

regular season, lower box SF Giants Tickets for a mutually

agreed upon Giants home game. (Opening Day/Weekend

Excluded). Game date must be selected by 3/15/15.

PLUS

Three box seat #ckets to watch the Oakland Raiders v.

Buffalo Bills, 12/21/14 @ 1:25pm, includes VIP parking.

Donated by San Francisco Giants and Office of Alameda

County Supervisor Wilma Chan

You are invited to enjoy a weekend at 'Aftermath,' a beautiful

cabin on the ocean, 7 miles north of Bodega Bay, from

February 20-21, 2015. Walk on the sandy beaches of Duncan’s

Cove and Wright’s Beach. Watch the sunset from the

private hot tub. Floor plan includes two master bedroom/

bathrooms (one king and one queen), adjoined by family

room and a newly remodeled kitchen. A sofa bed in the

family room accommodates a fiBh and sixth guest.

Family and Pet Friendly. Donated by Beth DeGolia

1. Sports Lover’s Package

LIVE AUCTION

2. Two Night Bodega Bay Getaway

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Three night stay in a luxury two-bedroom villa at the

Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix. King and Queen beds,

two sleeper sofas, two full baths, full kitchen and use of

resort ameni#es, including: many pools, athle#c club and

water park. A beau#ful golf course is located on site as

well. Accommodates up to 6. (No expira#on. Blackout

dates: December 19, 2014 to January 4, 2015 and April 3-

11, 2015). Includes round trip airfare for two on Southwest

Airlines (no restric#ons, no blackout dates).

Donated by Andrea and Chuck Carlise and Southwest Airlines

A unique opportunity for 2-4 people to meet with the

Tucker's "Ice Cream Maker" and spend a morning developing

your own Ice Cream Flavor. Your flavor (and its unique

name) will be featured as the Girls Inc. Ice Cream flavor at

Tucker's Ice Cream with a por#on of the proceeds donated

to Girls Inc. of the Island City. Mutually convenient date and

#me to be set between winner and Tucker's.

Expires 10/11/15.

Donated by Tucker’s Ice Cream

3. Three Night Stay at Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix

LIVE AUCTION

4. Create an Ice Cream Flavor at Tucker’s

5. South Lake Tahoe Getaway

Enjoy a gourmet, mul#-course meal prepared by Chef John

Vidano and served by Alameda County District ANorney

Nancy O'Malley. Your meal will be paired with wine from

Chef Vidano's private collec#on. Dinner is for 8 persons

and you'll enjoy your evening at Chef Vidano & DA

O'Malley's home. Guests and Chef Vidano will agree upon

a Saturday or Sunday date. Expires April 30, 2015.

Donated by Nancy O’Malley and John Vidano

6. “You’ve Been Served”

Treat yourself to a 7 night

stay at Wyndham South

Shore (Lake Tahoe) in a 2

bedroom, 2 bath deluxe

suite, including full kitchen

and washer/dryer.

Accommodates up to 6. The property is a 10 minute walk

to Nevada State Beach.

This property is currently reserved for the winner from

7/10-7/17/2015, but dates may be changed up to 30 days

in advance, subject to availability.

Reserva#on must be confirmed with donor by 4/15/2015.

$92.12 in taxes due at checkout. Expires 12/31/2015.

Donated by Lauren Zimmerman Cook

LIVE AUCTION

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SILENT AUCTION TOP PICKS

A. Rock Climbing Experience at Pinnacles Nat’l Park

One week #meshare stay in Cabo San Lucas or Cancun,

Mexico at Club Solaris. Daily use fees (to be paid by winner),

range from $91-$120, for adults and $30 for children (up

to age 16), depending upon season. Fees cover all meals,

all dining rooms, special resort restaurants, nightly events/

buffets, snack bar & all beverages/water, plus one excursion.

Booking subject to availability. Accommoda#ons are for 2

adults and 2 children. For best availability and savings,

contact donors early to book. Available 12/1/14-12/15/15.

Donated by Dorie and Herb Behrstock

Bring your family or friends to

spend a day climbing and exploring

Pinnacles, America's newest

na#onal park, with amateur rock

climber Jim Castelaz! Jim’s experi-

ence leading climbing and back-

packing trips spans over a decade. This is a 1 day trip for up

to 4 people which can be scheduled for most non-holiday

weekends in 2014 or early 2015. Specific scheduling and

i#nerary will be arranged around the winner's interests

and availability. Pinnacles is 2 hours south of Alameda.

Transporta#on is not included but a picnic lunch and

all necessary climbing gear is. There is no age minimum

and no experience necessary! Though he has introduced

many people to rock climbing, Jim is an amateur climber,

not a licensed instructor. Donated by Jim Castelaz

B. Mexico Timeshare

SILENT AUCTION TOP PICKS

D. East End Chef ‘s Tas?ng Menu for Two

At East End, chefs Paul Manousos and Jacob Alioto say,

“We’re in this for the LOVE of good food, good drink and

good company. Come join us!”

This is a Wednesday evening dinner for 2, featuring a

tas#ng menu, with wine parings, prepared just for you by

chef-owners Paul Manousos & Jacob Alioto. Reserva#on

required – book up to two weeks in advance. Expires 9/2015.

Donated by East End

C. C’era Una Volta Chef’s Dinner for Four

For a real taste of what C’era Una Volta has to offer - from

the food, to live music, to displays from local ar#sts - you

are invited to come and see for yourself, and experience

the magic of Tuscany right here in Alameda. Buon Appetito!

Chef Ru#llo Duran will prepare a meal for a party of four.

Reserva#on required. Expires 11/16/14.

Donated by C’era Una Volta– Chef Ru?llo Duran & Cheryl

Principato

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Spend four nights in a deluxe 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite

at Wyndham Anaheim, for up to six people. The unit is also

equipped with a full kitchen and washer/dryer. Ideally situ-

ated 2 1/2 blocks from the entrance to Disneyland, walk or

take the shuNle to the park. Includes four 1-day #ckets to

Disneyland. This property is currently reserved for the winner

from 5/15-5/19/2015 but dates may be changed up to 30

days in advance, subject to availability. Reserva#on must be

confirmed with donor by 4/15/2015. $92.12 in taxes due at

checkout. Expires 12/31/2015.

Donated by Lauren Zimmerman Cook

E. Disneyland Vaca?on

CongratulationsCongratulationsCongratulationsCongratulations

Girls Inc. of the Island City Girls Inc. of the Island City Girls Inc. of the Island City Girls Inc. of the Island City

on your on your on your on your

50505050thththth Anniversary Anniversary Anniversary Anniversary and forand forand forand for your continuous contributions your continuous contributions your continuous contributions your continuous contributions

to the Alameda Community!to the Alameda Community!to the Alameda Community!to the Alameda Community!

Sincerely, Victor Jin and

Dianne Richmond

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Top Picks A. Learn to Rock Climb for a group of 4 Donated by Jim Castelaz B. Mexico Getaway for 2 Adults and 2 Children Donated by Dorie and Herb Behrstock C. C’era Una Volta Chef’s Dinner for 4 Donated by C’era Una Volta D. East End Chef ‘s Tas?ng Menu for 2 Donated by East End E. Disneyland Vaca?on Donated by Lauren Zimmerman Cook Food & Wine 5. Private Tas?ng Party for 12-20, plus boCle of wine at Irish Monkey Cellars Donated by Irish Monkey Cellars

6. Wine Tour & Tas?ng for up to 10 at Byington Vineyard and Winery, Los Gatos Donated by Byington Vineyard and Winery

7. Two logo pint glasses, 32 oz. growler of choice

and 2 beer flights at Fac?on Brewing Donated by Fac#on Brewing

8. Advanced Training Tour and Tas?ng flight for 10 at St. George Spirits Donated by St. George Spirits

9. 2001 Rosenblum Cellars 25

th Anniversary

Zinfandel, chrome boCle stopper and 8 Pink Stemmed wine glasses Donated by Faye Bignone and Rob Wonder

10. 8 Pink Stemmed Champagne glasses and a boCle of California Sparkling Wine Donated by Faye Bignone and ArleNe Walls 11. 2005 Gnarly Head Merlot, 2000 R.H. Phillips Merlot and 1978 Heitz Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon Donated by Rob Wonder

12. Alameda Marketplace GiH Basket Donated by Alameda Marketplace businesses

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13. Tea Luncheon for 4 at Julie's, includes combo plate of choice, scones, Devonshire cream and unlimited tea for 4 people Donated by Julie’s Coffee and Tea Garden 14. $40 GiH Cer?ficate for Kamakura Restaurant & Vegi Works Japanese Sauces Donated by Kamakura & VegiWorks 15. $100 GiH Cer?ficate for Mayflower Seafood Restaurant Donated by James Tong 16. $50 GiH Cer?ficate for Pier 29 Restaurant Donated by Marilyn Zecher 17. $40 GiH Cer?ficate towards Brunch at C’era Una Volta Donated by C’era Una Volta 18. $25 GiH Cer?ficate to Jay’s Coffee + GIIC mug Donated by Jay’s Coffee 19. $100 GoC’s Roadside giH card, valid at any of their 3 loca?ons: SF Ferry Building, Napa or St. Helena Donated by Anne Cook and Christopher Wornum Experiences 20. Chocolate Making Workshop for 2 at Rachel Dunn Chocolates in Concord, expires 12/14/14 Donated by Audrey Lord-Hausman 21. One Family or Child Photo Session Donated by Merideth Mesinna, Poppins Photography 22. One-on-One Expert Résumé Edi?ng Session, 45 minutes by phone or in person in Alameda Donated by Meredith Mehlberg 23. Two ?ckets to an Altarena Playhouse 2015 season produc?on, plus $50 GiH Cer?ficate to American Oak Restaurant Donated by Luzanne Engh & Andrea + Chuck Carlise 24. Two ?ckets to an Altarena Playhouse 2015 season produc?on, plus $50 GiH Cer?ficate to Asena Restaurant Donated by Luzanne Engh and Nancy Heas#ng

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25. Two ?ckets to the Oakland Speaker Series Steven Chu -1/13/15, 8pm at the Paramount Theatre Donated by Nancy Heas#ngs 26. Two ?ckets to the Oakland Speaker Series Olympia Snowe- 3/3/15, 8pm at the Paramount Theatre Donated by Colleen Vermillion 27. Awesome Oakland - Oakland Zoo guest pass for up to 2 adults and 2 children, including 8 ride ?ckets PLUS 8 movie passes for the Grand Lake Theatre. Zoo pass + ride ?ckets expire 9/30/15 Donated by Anne Cook and Christopher Wornum Health and Fitness 28. Two, one hour Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals Donated by BoardSports School & Shop 29. Two, one hour Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals Donated by BoardSports School & Shop 30. One hour, Double Kayak Rental Donated by BoardSports School & Shop 31. One hour, Double Kayak Rental Donated by BoardSports School & Shop 32. Two, one hour Intro to Kiteboarding Clinics Donated by BoardSports School & Shop 33. One Month Membership at Total Woman Gym + Spa Donated by Total Woman Gym + Spa, Alameda 34. One month family membership, including CrossFit, at Bladium Sports & Fitness Club Donated by Bladium Sports & Fitness Club 35. Signature Facial, Massage or Body Buff at Total Woman Gym + Spa, Alameda Donated by Colleen Vermillion 36. Specialty Facial at It’s All About You Donated by It’s All About You Skin Care Salon Home 37. Two hours of in-home design consulta?on with HDR Remodeling Donated by HDR Remodeling

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38. Large redwood GreenShapes planter & Succulents Donated by CharloNe Tlachac w/GreenShapes 39. Amy Brackenbury’s Cat Tales Collec?ble Cat Plates, cat-themed giH basket plus $25 GiH Cer?ficate to SeeSpotRun, Alameda Donated by Faye Bignone, SeeSpotRun and Joanne Robinson 40. Cupcake Teapot and Tea Donated by Joyce Denyven 41.Miniature Tea Set and Tea Donated by Joyce Denyven

Art 42. Original 16” X 22” Oil Pain?ng, “New Life” Donated by Pa" Heimburger 43. Black & White maCed, silver gela?n print, St. Francis Assisi Mission Taos, MN Donated by Mountainhigharts 44. Black & White maCed, silver gela?n print, St. Francis Assisi Mission Taos, MN Donated by Mountainhigharts This & That 45. Two hour design consulta?on for new graphic design projects, expires 3/2015 Donated by Eiji Oto Design 46. Pink Fresh Water Pearl Bracelet Donated by Linda Garvin 47. Necklace and Earrings by Holly Yashi Donated by ArleNe Walls 48. Onyx and Aquamarine necklace & bracelet set Donated by ArleNe Walls 49. Two hour custom jewelry design session Donated by Atelier Gigi Custom Jewelry

FUND A FUTURE

PADDLE UP! Taking our Girls on a Ride to their Future

$2,000 Is an Investment in Teens’ Passport to Success

Provide one, six-week free workshop for 20 teens and

expand their horizons into areas they may never have

imagined existed: from partnering with schools on college

readiness and prepara#on to visionary future planning. .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

$1,000 Is an Investment in Girls Inc.’s Literacy Initiative

Promote a love of reading; provide 1,125 hours of fun and

engaging after-school and on-site programming that supports

the school-based instruc#on girls (grades 1-3) receive at five

Alameda Elementary Schools. .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

$500 Is an Investment in Hands-on Career Exploration

Prepare more girls to enter higher-paying careers in

science, technology, engineering, and mathema#cs (STEM)

by providing one job shadow experience to a young woman in

our Eureka! Teen Achievement Program. .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

$300 Is an Investment in Culturally-Responsive Programs

Provide the Dream Team experience to 40 girls who are at

risk for underperforming academically because they feel

out of place or disconnected to their peers and community.

This program, developed by Girls Inc. of the Island City,

provides culturally-responsive teaching and diverse mentors

and role models who are helping to build girls’ confidence. .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

$100 Is an Investment in the Girls Inc. Experience

Invest in the Girls Inc. experience and insure that nearly

600 girls this year will have the tools they need at liNle or

no cost to their families. Support these girls as they manage

wise decisions about ea#ng, exercise, and inter-

rela#onships; build a plan for an independent future; and

grow to be competent and confident adult women.