Silent Auction

Our Spring 2018 Fundraiser includes a Silent Auction with many items from Tibet that will be great additions to your home. Please come join us on Sunday, 4/15/2018, 3:00 PM at the Cowper Inn in Palo Alto, CA.

**2 inch crystal pendant with amethyst stones**

**Thangka on canvas, 21" x 30" unframed**

**Lapis Lazuli mala necklace, 5mm stones**

**Om silver and turquoise Clossinet Tibetan Pendant with Mantra**

**9 inch Tibetan necklace with blue beads, silver and coral**

Embroidered silk pillow, 16" x 16" — **Embroidered silk pillow, 16" x 16"**

**Wooden door hanging, lotus flower with ern**

Om rose necklace,  gold plated — **Om rose necklace, gold plated**

**Tibetan pendant with turquoise and coral**

**Carved wooden Buddha with gilt overlay**

**Wooden box with painted Tibetan animals**

Paintings and Books

**Mandala painting with five circles, framed**

**Mandala painting with pink diety, large, framed**

Watercolor of 4 young monks, 2' x 2.5', framed — **Watercolor of 4 young monks, 2' x 2.5', framed**

**Sun and Moon - A Pictorial Journey by Gyalwa Yabsay Nyi**

**Mandala painting with beautiful colors, framed**

Mandala with buddhas radiating out  from center, large, framed — **Mandala with buddhas radiating out from center, large, framed**

**Mandala painting on canvas, 16" x 16", unframed**

**Remnant from old Tibetan painting, 7' x 8', framed**

Watercolor of Tibetan children, 2' x 2.5', framed — **Watercolor of Tibetan children, 2' x 2.5', framed**

**Portraits of Tibetan Buddhist Masters by Don Farber**

**Donated and signed by the photographer for this Silent Auction.**

Photography by Dennis Cordell, Valerie Boquet, and Don Farber

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Photography by Lagault and Yannick

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Gift Certificates include ...

Hotel Stays

The Tilden Weekend Stay! Enjoy an incredible 2 Night Stay at the Tilden hotel in San Francisco. Located on Taylor Street, the hotel is a timeless San Francisco hotel and honors the City's History and Future with Organic Sensibility. Interiors designed by Studio Tack, commissioned artwork by Jenny Kiker, Hummingbird Garden and Cafe. - A $400 value!
The Ritz Carlton Residences-San Francisco! 2 Night Stay at the beautiful Ritz Carlton Residences in San Francisco. Sunday/Monday nights - A $900 value!
Weekend at the Cowper Inn! Enjoy the beautiful historic Cowper Inn in the heart of downtown Palo Alto. The only true Bed and Breakfast in town. Two-night weekend stay - A $600 value!

Services

Massage Certificate by Roberto Portillo from Santa Clara Chiropractic Center. - A $120 value.
Massage Certificate for a personal massage by SergeBodywork - A $150 value.
Massage Certificate for 2 hours of massage for employees at your company by Rejuv At Work - A $200 value.
Personal College Counseling Session by Felisa Vilaubi, 2 hours. - A $300 value.
Video Montage Services - Professionally created video montage that includes 50 pictures (either paper or digital), titles and music. Perfect for a wedding, memorial, or other celebration where you want to share memories. - A $500 value.
Professional Chef - Dinner for 8 in your homeDelicious 6-course Spanish meal that includes tapas, pinxtos, salad, paella and flan. With Paired Spanish wine. - A $800 value.
Initial consultation for life coaching This individualized consultation includes a one-hour initial meeting with a one-hour follow up. The coaching process is collaborative with coach and client working together toward goals of personal and professional balance and happiness. - A $380 value.
Ayurvedic consulting by Sumita Vasudeva Ayurveda assessment that involves discussion about your physical, mental and physiological being. The objective is to determine your constitution and state of balance. A few days later, we will discuss a recommended wellness plan. This will include lifestyle regimens, herbal formulations, cleansing or rejuvenating practices, an exercise and nutrition-plan. Together, these meetings can take up to three hours. - A $275 value.
Medical Skin Care Specialty Treatment and Products by April Shea. - A $609 value.
Portrait sitting by Jacque Rupp Have you been wanting new photographs of your family, your little fur babies or special friends? One of our best local photographers will provide a 2-hour photo sitting; appointment upon request. - A $200 value.
Photo image by Jacque Rupp Mounted professional photography piece by Jacque. - A $150 value.
Floral Arrangement by Viviane Schaller A beautiful flower arrangement can be yours! Our artist, Viviane Schaller, will create the perfect arrangement for your next party, gathering or just to beautify your home. - A $100 value.
Custom decorated 9” layer cake or 3 doz cupcakes. Order a cake or cupcakes for your next celebration, decorated in the colors and theme you prefer. Any cake flavor with buttercream frosting, flavored or vanilla. Custom decorations included. Need a 2-week prep time.
Introduction to Quilling Class Have you wanted to learn how to do Quilling? Cherine Morris will lead a 2-hour class for 5 attendees on basic quilling instructions and provide materials to make a snowflake and a greeting card. Class will be held in your home on a Saturday or Sunday and supplies will be provided. Date/time to be scheduled in advance as there are some blackout dates. - A $125 value.
Men’s and Woman’s Haircuts by Diana Have one of the Bay Area's best stylists cut your hair! You won't be disappointed as you enjoy her incredible service. You will never look better! - A $125 value.
Spinnaker Sailing School Enjoy a wonderful sail on the Spinnaker ship. Two seats on an Evening Sail. - A $80 value.
2 Tickets to the San Francisco 49er's First Pre-Season Home Game: Club level seats at the 30 yard line with parking pass. A $600 value.
Restaurant Gift Cards Enjoy having lunch or dinner at one of the Bay Area’s finest restaurants. McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steak, Dry Creek Grill and one of the Darden’s restaurants; Olive Garden, Longhorn Steakhouse, Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, Yard House, Bahama Breeze, Seasons Fresh Grill and several more. - A$100 value each.