Silent and Live Auction Items

A Scotch Schmoozefest, Master Class and Tasting

Generously hosted by Stephanie & Rudy Hoffman and Sally & David Porush

An evening of scotch tasting at a private estate, guided by whiskey specialist and sommelier from Napa Valley, Master Dan Walsh. Explore the nuance and mystique of the drink that George Bernard Shaw once called “liquid sunshine.” Taste a large, carefully curated flight of familiar, exotic, and unique scotches and single-malt whiskeys from around the world. Let your palate guide you through learning about the distillation process, distinguishing characteristics, and insider practices. Not a scotch drinker? We will ply you with other intoxicating libations and a banquet of small bites to cleanse your palate. And ... it’s all kosher! As part of the auction lot, each ticket is submitted to a raffle for a prized bottle drawn the evening of the soiree.

Sunday, June 23 at 5:30 PM | Hillsborough | Maximum 20 people Audience: Adults (Offered during the Live Auction)

Crafternoon

Generously hosted by Macarena Sosnick (mother of Olivia in Chesed Helpers)

Get crafty with Maca who is known to be one of the grooviest and most creative moms at Chai Preschool. You will explore materials and techniques while being guided through the process of making one or more objects to use that you will treasure forever. ONE MORE THING! For each registration, one Chai Morah will be invited for free! So do not miss the opportunity to play like our kids, but without them. No artistic talent is required, all are welcome.

Sunday, May 5 at 1:00 PM* | Menlo Park | Maximum 8 people Audience: Adults *Or another mutually agreed upon date

Decadent, Simple & Fun: Baking with Fran & Mary

Generously hosted by Fran Lent

Join the Krembo Bakery‘s* future head baker Fran Lent and Le Cordon Bleu and San Francisco Baking Institute instructor Mary Coe to learn how to make delicious Mondel bread recipes that you can incorporate into your baking repertoire. Additionally, Mary – who ran a wedding cake business “Chocolat” – will teach each guest how to make simple yet stunning cake top decorations like flowers so that your future home-made cakes will be “oohed” and “ahhed” at. *Krembo Bakery is a parve bakery that will be housed in the new Center For Jewish Life.

Wednesday, May 15 at 7:00 PM | Hillsborough | Maximum 8 people Audience: Adults (Offered during the Live Auction)

Pottery Party for the Family

Generously donated by Rachel Shalev

Join art instructor Rachel Shalev for two 1-hour ceramic sessions of making clay art projects. In these sessions, you will mold, paint, fire and glaze your clay into its final form. All materials provided.

Mutually agreed upon date | Maximum 10 Adults & Children | Foster City Audience: Adults & Children

Purim Carnival Extravaganza

Generously hosted by Shira & Benny Czarny (parents of Eitan in Chesed Helpers and Talia in 2nd grade)

Celebrate Purim with face painting, bouncing, magic and more with your family and friends. This family-friendly, costume-required party – you won’t want to miss as the Czarny’s always know how to throw a bash with fun activities, tasty dishes, music and of course, the best-of Israeli style hospitality!

Sunday, March 31 at 11:00 AM | Hillsborough | Maximum 18 families Audience: Families with children of all ages

Rolling the Dice: Game Day at the Tolioupov Home

Generously hosted by Anna & David Tolioupov (parents to Mitzvah Mover Nomi, and Sophie)

Enjoy refreshments and an afternoon playing Pandemic, Splendour, Sushi Go! and other games from their 30+ game library. Pick your favorite board game or learn a new one with friends and older children while the younger ones are entertained and cared for by a sitter.

Memorial Day May 27, 2:00PM-6:00 PM | Maximum 4 Families | Bay Meadows
*Or another mutually agreed upon date

Shabbat, Marcus Style

Generously hosted by Esty & Rabbi Yossi Marcus

Greeted with warm smiles and wafting smells of deliciousness, you will enter into a shabbat filled with joyous singing, meaningful conversation and an abundance of incredible food. It is not just an honor to feast in the home of our community’s inspiring leaders, it is also a festive time to relax and enjoy friends and beautiful Jewish tradition. Esty, Rabbi Yossi and their wonderful children always make everyone feel both at home and like the most regal of guests.

Friday, April 5 or Friday, May 17 at 6:00 PM | San Mateo Maximum 2 families per date | Audience: Everyone (Offered during the Live Auction)

Taste of Heaven: Challah Baking with Morah Rivky!

Generously hosted by Rivky Spalter

Join Morah Rivky in her kitchen for a private lesson on how to bake challah like a pro, not to mention the special ingredients we put into challah, their mystical meanings and the blessings we make during the mitzvah of baking challah. After this class, you’ll have the tastiest home made challah in all of the North Peninsula!

Mutually agreed upon date | Maximum 4 Adults | San Mateo Audience: Adults

Magnum of Mensch Zinfandel Wine and Tasting for Two at one of Covenant Wines’ two tasting rooms, Tel Aviv or Berkeley:

Food & Wine Magazine thinks it’s a “Top Kosher Wine”. So do we! It’s made by Jewish Winemakers in Napa and Israel from grapes harvested throughout California and Israel.

A L’Chaim for your Table with a bottle of Oban 14 Scotch and Engraved Scotch Glasses:

Start the night off with a L’Chaim by treating each of your table mates to a glass of one of the finest scotches, Oban 14. Plus, you’ll be gifting each at your table a memento from the evening, a “Growing Together” engraved scotch glass.

See the Giants in Style with 4 Seats in the Lexus Dugout Club:

These seats are in the 2nd row behind home plate, in front of the on-deck circle. Package includes 1 premium parking pass; Designated Field Club Level gate entrance; access to enhanced club dining and in-seat food and beverage service; entrée to exclusive Lexus Lounge with a private bar, televisions and private restrooms (complimentary non-alcoholic beverages included also); and special access from the elevator in the Field Club to the Giant’s Museum on the Alaska Airlines Club Level. Any weekday and some Sundays are available (as long as you contact donor ASAP).

Decadent, Simple and Fun: Baking with Fran and Mary Subscription Party:

Join the Krembo Bakery‘s* future head baker Fran Lent and Le Cordon Bleu and San Francisco Baking Institute instructor Mary Coe, at the Lent home, to learn how to make delicious Mondel bread recipes that you can incorporate into your baking repertoire. Additionally, Mary – who ran a wedding cake business “”Chocolat”” – will teach each guest how to make simple yet stunning cake top decorations, so that your future home-made cakes will be “oohed” and “ahhed” at. Wednesday, May 15 at 7:00 PM. *Krembo Bakery is a parve bakery that will be housed in the new center for Jewish life.

VIP 49ers, Hotel Nia, Top Shelf Liquor Party Package:

4 Sideline Tickets (40 yd line!) to the 49ers vs. Arizona Cardinals game, which includes Sideline Club access and a Parking Pass. Plus, while you’re on the South Peninsula, stay the night in style at the posh Hotel Nia. Finally, while you’re celebrating, enjoy a bar’s worth of top shelf liquor with a shaker set and more!

A Scotch Schmoozefest, Master Class and Tasting Subscription Party:

An evening of scotch tasting hosted by Sally & David Porush and Stephanie & Rudy Hoffman, guided by whiskey specialist and sommelier from Napa Valley, Dan Walsh. Explore the nuance and mystique of the drink that George Bernard Shaw once called “liquid sunshine.” Taste a large, carefully curated flight of familiar, exotic, and unique scotches and single-malt whiskeys from around the world. Let your palate guide you through learning about the distillation process, distinguishing characteristics, and insider practices. Not a scotch drinker? We will ply you with other intoxicating libations and a banquet of small bites to cleanse your palate. And ... it’s all kosher! As part of the auction lot, each ticket is submitted to a raffle for a prized bottle drawn the evening of the soiree. Sunday, June 23 at 5:30 PM

Fly Anywhere in the World with up to 700,000 Delta Airline Miles:

These miles can be used as desired for a one time use towards your favorite international destination. You can travel with 1-2 Business Class ticket(s) or 4-5 economy class tickets to Tel Aviv; anywhere in Europe and some locations in Asia (Japan, Korea) etc.

Shabbat, Marcus Style:

Greeted with warm smiles and wafting smells of deliciousness, you will enter into a shabbat filled with joyous singing, meaningful conversation and an abundance of incredible food. It is not just an honor to feast in the home of our community’s inspiring leaders, it is also a festive time to relax and enjoy friends and beautiful Jewish tradition. Esty, Rabbi Yossi and their wonderful children always make everyone feel both at home and like the most regal of guests. Friday, April 5 or Friday, May 17 at 6:00 PM

Diamond Earrings Pair of stunning White and Yellow Diamond Halo.

14k Gold Stud Earrings from Kerns Jewelry in Burlingame (.58 carats).

Art by Chai Preschool’s Torah Tots painted with famous artist Neta Levi:

A beautiful, hand-painted, one-of-a-kind Shabbat set with a delightful design created by our very own Torah Tots class. This set includes a kiddush cup, challah tray and cover - all with the names of your child and fellow classmates inscribed!

Art by Chai Preschool’s Mitzvah Movers painted with famous artist Neta Levi:

A delightful mixed-media work of art with our very own Mitzvah Movers adorable faces peeking out of houses and structures that they created. An incredibly creative class memento that will brighten your child’s room and keep the preschool memories alive for years to come!

Art by Chai Preschool’s Chesed Helpers painted with famous artist Neta Levi:

These beautiful pieces of art were created by your child and their classmates. Neta spun her magic to create a breathtaking collage with the children’s art encircling a globe and a Chai-engraved heart. When your child graduates from Chai, they can take a piece of Chai’s heart with them!

Art by Chai Preschool’s Tzedakah Shakers painted with famous artist Neta Levi:

The children’s creativity shines through with each unique wheel, creating a magnificent 3D piece of art, showcased in a shadow box frame. Each wheel is labeled with your child’s classmates names, creating a beautiful memory keepsake and a beautiful piece of art for your child’s favorite room in your home.