Photo: Andrew Caulfield for Drew Altizer Photography
2022 LIVE AUCTION ITEMS
Lift your paddle high!
Proceeds from our spirited Live Auction goes to benefit our arts and education programs, so bid generously!
Would you like to make a proxy bid?
Contact Lisa Cavigliano to put in your bid for any of the below items — even if you can't come to the event!
Proceeds from our spirited Live Auction goes to benefit our arts and education programs, so bid generously!
Would you like to make a proxy bid?
Contact Lisa Cavigliano to put in your bid for any of the below items — even if you can't come to the event!
LIVE AUCTION #1
HOUSE FAMILY VINEYARDS, SARATOGA
PRIVATE PIZZA & WINE PARTY FOR 20
Enjoy a fun day with your friends on the private Vineyard Pointe Terrace at the gorgeous 73-acre vineyard estate of the House Family Vineyards in Saratoga. Craft pizza will be prepared and served with a selection of wine, personally chosen by the winning bidders.
The House Family Vineyards has been owned and operated by the House Family since 1998 when David House planted his first vineyard. With a mission to protect and conserve the land for generations to come, the House Family takes great pride in their mission to preserve the land they love.
DATE & TIME To be arranged with House Family Vineyards and the winning bidder
VALUE $2,000
DONATED BY Devyani Kamdar and Dave House of House Family Vineyards
HOUSE FAMILY VINEYARDS, SARATOGA
PRIVATE PIZZA & WINE PARTY FOR 20
Enjoy a fun day with your friends on the private Vineyard Pointe Terrace at the gorgeous 73-acre vineyard estate of the House Family Vineyards in Saratoga. Craft pizza will be prepared and served with a selection of wine, personally chosen by the winning bidders.
The House Family Vineyards has been owned and operated by the House Family since 1998 when David House planted his first vineyard. With a mission to protect and conserve the land for generations to come, the House Family takes great pride in their mission to preserve the land they love.
DATE & TIME To be arranged with House Family Vineyards and the winning bidder
VALUE $2,000
DONATED BY Devyani Kamdar and Dave House of House Family Vineyards
LIVE AUCTION #2
ANDREW GEOFFREY VINEYARDS &
CHEFS GEOFF THOMPSON AND TINA MARINO
PRIVATE DINNER FOR 12
Guests will enjoy an extraordinary culinary experience at the beautiful home of Marcia and Russ Hansen, featuring a food-and-wine-paired dinner by contemporary guest chefs Geoff Thompson and Tina Marino (from Michelin-starred Blackbird Restaurant in Chicago, current co-owners of curated private dining business From Us) and highlighting the stunning Cabernet Sauvignon wines of Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards (Diamond Mountain, Napa Valley).
DATE & TIME Saturday, October 22, 2022, 5pm
VALUE Priceless
DONATED BY Marcia & Russ Hansen; Peter Thompson of Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards; Geoff Thompson & Tina Marino
ANDREW GEOFFREY VINEYARDS &
CHEFS GEOFF THOMPSON AND TINA MARINO
PRIVATE DINNER FOR 12
Guests will enjoy an extraordinary culinary experience at the beautiful home of Marcia and Russ Hansen, featuring a food-and-wine-paired dinner by contemporary guest chefs Geoff Thompson and Tina Marino (from Michelin-starred Blackbird Restaurant in Chicago, current co-owners of curated private dining business From Us) and highlighting the stunning Cabernet Sauvignon wines of Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards (Diamond Mountain, Napa Valley).
DATE & TIME Saturday, October 22, 2022, 5pm
VALUE Priceless
DONATED BY Marcia & Russ Hansen; Peter Thompson of Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards; Geoff Thompson & Tina Marino
LIVE AUCTION #3
CARRIAGE HOUSE VIP 10-PERFORMANCE PACKAGE FOR 2
The lucky winners of this fantastic package will choose 10 performances from over 30 in Montalvo’s 2022/23 Carriage House Performing Arts Series. Featuring an exciting roster of performers from The Second City to Ottmar Liebert, tributes to the likes of Steely Dan and ABBA, mariachi, and much more, there is certain to be something for every performing arts lover! Two premium tickets will be reserved per performance chosen, along with VIP parking passes and two wine vouchers. Plus, enjoy a lovely pre-show dinner with a $250 gift certificate to Pasta Armellino included with the package!
DATE & TIME Vary by performance
VALUE $1,800
DONATED BY Montalvo Arts Center
CARRIAGE HOUSE VIP 10-PERFORMANCE PACKAGE FOR 2
The lucky winners of this fantastic package will choose 10 performances from over 30 in Montalvo’s 2022/23 Carriage House Performing Arts Series. Featuring an exciting roster of performers from The Second City to Ottmar Liebert, tributes to the likes of Steely Dan and ABBA, mariachi, and much more, there is certain to be something for every performing arts lover! Two premium tickets will be reserved per performance chosen, along with VIP parking passes and two wine vouchers. Plus, enjoy a lovely pre-show dinner with a $250 gift certificate to Pasta Armellino included with the package!
DATE & TIME Vary by performance
VALUE $1,800
DONATED BY Montalvo Arts Center
LIVE AUCTION #4
CONRADO WINE BOTTLING
AND LE PAPILLON DINNER FOR 24
24 lucky bidders will be treated to a truly unique (and fun) food and wine experience. The evening will begin with a wine bottling at Paul and Libby Conrado’s Saratoga 1948 adobe ranch house—the original farmhouse for the vineyards in that area. You will get to bottle a barrel of 2021 Veranda Vineyards Pinot Noir (donated by the Conrados) start to finish, right down to the cork and label. Afterward, partake in a masterfully created sit-down dinner prepared on-site by Chef Scott Cooper of Le Papillon fine dining, paired with Conrado Cellars wines. Best of all, after enjoying this fabulous feast, each guest will take home a case of the wine that was just bottled, complete with a Montalvo label bearing the guest’s personalized name for the wine, e.g. “Grapeful Red.” Start thinking now about what clever name you want on your custom wine label!
DATE & TIME Sunday, September 25, 2022, 4–8pm
VALUE Priceless
DONATED BY Paul & Libby Conrado
CONRADO WINE BOTTLING
AND LE PAPILLON DINNER FOR 24
24 lucky bidders will be treated to a truly unique (and fun) food and wine experience. The evening will begin with a wine bottling at Paul and Libby Conrado’s Saratoga 1948 adobe ranch house—the original farmhouse for the vineyards in that area. You will get to bottle a barrel of 2021 Veranda Vineyards Pinot Noir (donated by the Conrados) start to finish, right down to the cork and label. Afterward, partake in a masterfully created sit-down dinner prepared on-site by Chef Scott Cooper of Le Papillon fine dining, paired with Conrado Cellars wines. Best of all, after enjoying this fabulous feast, each guest will take home a case of the wine that was just bottled, complete with a Montalvo label bearing the guest’s personalized name for the wine, e.g. “Grapeful Red.” Start thinking now about what clever name you want on your custom wine label!
DATE & TIME Sunday, September 25, 2022, 4–8pm
VALUE Priceless
DONATED BY Paul & Libby Conrado
LIVE AUCTION #5
PRIVATE COLLECTION SCOTCH OR CHAMPAGNE TASTING FOR 8
This exquisite evening will begin with your party of eight being picked up by limousine for the drive to Charmaine and Dan Warmenhoven’s Monte Sereno home, where you will choose between the sublimely beautiful pairing of exquisite champagne and delectable caviar, or opt instead to sample over 125 different single malt Scotch whisky varieties. While the focus will be mostly on Highland and Speyside single malts, you will also sample Islay, Lowlands, and Campbeltown whiskies. The whisky tasting will include several “Scotch Whisky of the Year” winners and several verticals—including twelve different Macallans and eight different Glenmorangies. After savoring excellent drink, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and sparkling conversation, the limousine will whisk you all home.
DATE & TIME To be mutually agreed upon
VALUE Priceless
DONATED BY Charmaine & Dan Warmenhoven
PRIVATE COLLECTION SCOTCH OR CHAMPAGNE TASTING FOR 8
This exquisite evening will begin with your party of eight being picked up by limousine for the drive to Charmaine and Dan Warmenhoven’s Monte Sereno home, where you will choose between the sublimely beautiful pairing of exquisite champagne and delectable caviar, or opt instead to sample over 125 different single malt Scotch whisky varieties. While the focus will be mostly on Highland and Speyside single malts, you will also sample Islay, Lowlands, and Campbeltown whiskies. The whisky tasting will include several “Scotch Whisky of the Year” winners and several verticals—including twelve different Macallans and eight different Glenmorangies. After savoring excellent drink, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and sparkling conversation, the limousine will whisk you all home.
DATE & TIME To be mutually agreed upon
VALUE Priceless
DONATED BY Charmaine & Dan Warmenhoven
LIVE AUCTION #6
STUNNING PRIVATE CABO SAN LUCAS OCEAN VIEW HOME FOR 10
Nothing helps restore the soul like time at the ocean. Enjoy 4 nights/5 days at a beautiful, private, oceanfront Beach House in Cabo San Lucas for up to 10 people. Guests will experience the ultimate getaway at the luxurious Villas del Mar in Palmilla: a private gated community that hugs the ocean at the tip of the Baja Peninsula.
The five-bedroom villa boasts all the amenities of a five-star resort, including a 180-degree view of the Sea of Cortez, an infinity-edge pool, satellite TV, wireless internet, and outside living room complete with fireplace, grill, and wet bar. Cook your own meals in the gourmet kitchen or, for a fee, secure the services of a private butler and personal chef for your stay. Relax on the beach or unwind with an inresidence spa treatment, or if sports are your preference, play a round of golf at the 27-hole Nicklaus championship golf course or world-class tennis at the Palmilla Tennis Center.
Montalvo donor and long-time supporter Anita Del Grande won this item in 2019. She said, “The Villa is gorgeous [...] I took five other ladies, and we had an amazing time. We even hired a terrific chef that came every morning. I could get used to this!”
See pictures of the Villa here.
DATE & TIME Between May 15th–October 15th, 2022; subject to availability. Holidays excluded. Requests must be made at least 4 weeks prior to desired dates, and one reschedule is allowed with 2 weeks’ notice.
VALUE $18,500
DONATED BY Deb & Bryan Stolle
STUNNING PRIVATE CABO SAN LUCAS OCEAN VIEW HOME FOR 10
Nothing helps restore the soul like time at the ocean. Enjoy 4 nights/5 days at a beautiful, private, oceanfront Beach House in Cabo San Lucas for up to 10 people. Guests will experience the ultimate getaway at the luxurious Villas del Mar in Palmilla: a private gated community that hugs the ocean at the tip of the Baja Peninsula.
The five-bedroom villa boasts all the amenities of a five-star resort, including a 180-degree view of the Sea of Cortez, an infinity-edge pool, satellite TV, wireless internet, and outside living room complete with fireplace, grill, and wet bar. Cook your own meals in the gourmet kitchen or, for a fee, secure the services of a private butler and personal chef for your stay. Relax on the beach or unwind with an inresidence spa treatment, or if sports are your preference, play a round of golf at the 27-hole Nicklaus championship golf course or world-class tennis at the Palmilla Tennis Center.
Montalvo donor and long-time supporter Anita Del Grande won this item in 2019. She said, “The Villa is gorgeous [...] I took five other ladies, and we had an amazing time. We even hired a terrific chef that came every morning. I could get used to this!”
See pictures of the Villa here.
DATE & TIME Between May 15th–October 15th, 2022; subject to availability. Holidays excluded. Requests must be made at least 4 weeks prior to desired dates, and one reschedule is allowed with 2 weeks’ notice.
VALUE $18,500
DONATED BY Deb & Bryan Stolle
LIVE AUCTION #7
DAVID BENOIT PRIVATE CONCERT AND DINNER AT THE MARKKULA ESTATE FOR 80
This afternoon experience at Linda and Mike Markkula’s historic Little Theater in Woodside is truly a once-in-a-lifetime musical experience. The event begins with an outdoor champagne and wine reception with hors d’oeuvres. Then slip into your seat to enjoy a private concert by three-time Grammy-nominated pianist David Benoit. (Other performers at the Little Theater have included Dave Brubeck, James Moody, Joe Williams, and many other jazz greats.) This will be followed by a sumptuous dinner on the theater patio with dessert served in the Pompeii Room of the estate’s stunning 1920’s Moorish-style concert hall, which boasts jaw-dropping murals, tile work, and an exotic fountain. Fabulous wines from the Markkula’s private label will be poured.
DATE & TIME Sunday, August 21, 2022, 3–6:30pm
VALUE Priceless
DONATED BY Linda & Mike Markkula; David Benoit
DAVID BENOIT PRIVATE CONCERT AND DINNER AT THE MARKKULA ESTATE FOR 80
This afternoon experience at Linda and Mike Markkula’s historic Little Theater in Woodside is truly a once-in-a-lifetime musical experience. The event begins with an outdoor champagne and wine reception with hors d’oeuvres. Then slip into your seat to enjoy a private concert by three-time Grammy-nominated pianist David Benoit. (Other performers at the Little Theater have included Dave Brubeck, James Moody, Joe Williams, and many other jazz greats.) This will be followed by a sumptuous dinner on the theater patio with dessert served in the Pompeii Room of the estate’s stunning 1920’s Moorish-style concert hall, which boasts jaw-dropping murals, tile work, and an exotic fountain. Fabulous wines from the Markkula’s private label will be poured.
DATE & TIME Sunday, August 21, 2022, 3–6:30pm
VALUE Priceless
DONATED BY Linda & Mike Markkula; David Benoit
